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february Ice Skating at Harris Pavilion Wed. and Thurs. 3-9 p.m. Fri. 3-10 p.m. Sat. noon-10 p.m. Sun. noon-7 p.m. Harris Pavilion 9201 Center Street, Manassas Weather permitting, the ice-skating season is in full swing at Harris Pavilion in January. Call 703-402-8297 to determine availability. Lucasville School Open House Weekends Sat. Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 | 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Sun. Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23 | 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Lucasville School 10516 Godwin Drive, Manassas Celebrate African American History Month at historic Lucasville School during open house weekends in February. Visit the reconstructed 19th century school used by the community of Lucasville. Learn surprising facts of African American history in Prince William County. Each weekend, enjoy a different activity in the schoolhouse, including activities, crafts and exhibits. Sunday Fights Sun. Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23 | 4-7 p.m. Tech Time Gaming 13592 Jefferson Davis Highway, Woodbridge Every Sunday afternoon, Tech Time Gaming hosts a fighting game tournament in one of a rotation of featured games, including Mortal Kombat 11, Tekken 7, Soul Calibur VI, Dragon Ball FighterZ and Street Fighter V. Prince William Living Presents Breakfast with an Expert Thurs. Feb. 6 | 8 a.m. Online Only Join us for information from an expert, who will give you actionable advice you can put to work immediately in your business. RSVP princewilliamliving.com/ breakfastwithanexpert.

Harry Potter Movie Night Thurs. Feb. 6 & Feb. 27 | 6-9 p.m. Tucked Away Brewing Company 8420 Kao Circle, Manassas Come watch Harry Potter on the projection big screen. Come in your cloak or bring your magic wand! Family friendly. Outside food welcome. Sit back, relax and have a beer.

First Friday: 6 th Annual Souper Bowl Fri. Feb. 7 | 6-9 p.m. Historic Downtown Manassas The restaurants of Historic Downtown Manassas compete in the 6th annual Souper Bowl! Purchase a tasting pass, then stroll to participating locations to taste the different soups. Each location will feature a different soup from a downtown restaurant. Be sure to come hungry and dress warmly!

Father-Daughter Dance Fri. Feb. 7 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. Manassas Park Community Center 99 Adams Street, Manassas Park All participants ages 5-12 may bring their parent or favorite guardian to the annual Father-Daughter Dance. Come for the dance, with music and refreshments, accessories and photo ops.

Occoquan Chocolate Walk Sat. Feb. 8 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Historic Occoquan The annual Occoquan Chocolate Walk will feature Valentine’s chocolate tastings and treats, shopping and a chance to win a $500 Occoquan shopping spree! Save time searching for parking by using the free shuttle service. This event is free and open to the public. No purchase necessary to enter raffle. Hosted by the Occoquan Merchants Guild.

Detox to Retox … Beer & Yoga Sat. Feb. 8 | 10:30 a.m.-noon Brew Republic Bierwerks 15201 Potomac Town Place, Woodbridge

This monthly beer and yoga class is a basic 60-minute Vinyasa Flow suitable for beginners and experienced students. Participants will enjoy basic and advanced poses, receive hands-on assists and learn breathing techniques to be more mindful when it comes to the beer tasting!

The Rainbow Fish Sun. Feb. 9 | 1 and 4 p.m. Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas Dive under the sea into the shimmering and colorful world of The Rainbow Fish with this heartwarming stage adaption of Marcus Pfister’s treasured storybook. This performance is lovingly brought to life by the Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia. The 4 p.m. performance is sensory-friendly. Tickets: hylton. calendar.gmu.edu/

Family Open House: A Celebration of the Rehearsal and Education Wing Sun. Feb. 9 | 2 p.m. Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas The community is invited to attend a Family Open House celebrating the opening of the Education and Rehearsal Wing. This event will take place between Hylton Family Series performances of Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia’s The Rainbow Fish. Enjoy interactive, familyfriendly activities featuring community partners, fun giveaways and an opportunity to explore the expansion. Free.

Chocolate Smackdown Wed. Feb. 12 | 3-4 p.m. Chinn Park Regional Library 13065 Chinn Park Drive, Prince William Young adults: Can you tell the difference between different types of chocolate? Try some different kinds of chocolate and vote for your favorite in the best tasting election ever!

Be My Valentine! Thurs. Feb. 13 | 11 a.m.-noon Independent Hill Neighborhood Library 14418 Bristow Road, Manassas For children: Make a present for your Valentine. All supplies are provided. No registration required.

Friends of Potomac Library Book Sale Fri. Feb. 14 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. Feb. 15 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. Feb. 16 | noon-2 p.m. Potomac Community Library 2201 Opitz Boulevard, Woodbridge Books, Audio Books, DVDs and CDs of all kinds available. Great selection! Sunday is Books by the Bag!

Presidents’ Day Revolutionary War Encampment Sat. Feb. 15 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Rippon Lodge Historic Site 15520 Blackburn Road, Woodbridge The Second Virginia Regiment was authorized by the Virginia Convention, July 17, 1775, as a force of regular troops for the Commonwealth's defense. Come to Rippon Lodge to meet members of the Second Virginia, see their encampment, ongoing historical interpretation, cooking, drilling and more. Tours of the historic lodge are included.

Youth Orchestras of Prince William: A February Festival Sun. Feb. 16 | noon Hylton Performing Arts 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas YOPW presents a festival of music sure to chase away February’s chill, featuring the Repertory, Concert, and Youth Symphony Orchestras. Tickets: hylton.calendar.gmu. edu/

Prince William Living Lunch With the Publisher Wed. Feb. 19 | noon Online Only Are you an advertiser with Prince William Living or interested in becoming one? Meet the people behind greater Prince William’s premiere lifestyle magazine, as you learn about getting your press releases published, tying into the power of our social media presence, visibility packages that increase your reach to targeted consumers and tips on how to focus on your message. RSVP at princewilliamliving.com/ lunchwiththepublisher.

Polar Plunge 2020 Sat. Feb. 22 | 10 a.m. Leesylvania State Park 2201 Daniel K. Ludwig Drive, Woodbridge Break out your swimsuit! It’s time for a chilly dip into the Potomac with several hundred of the coolest Special Olympics supporters in Northern Virginia. With live bands, prizes and a costume contest for the fanciest plungers! More information: polarplunge.com/princewilliam.

African American History at Brentsville Courthouse Sat. Feb. 22 | 11 a.m., 1 p.m. Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre 12229 Bristow Road, Bristow Explore the lives of African Americans in the 19th century from the perspective of Brentsville Courthouse. Learn about how they lived, their experiences and how they were treated in the community. Hear about the hardships they faced, such as enslavement and a lack of rights, and the triumphs they achieved before the county seat moved in 1893.

Family Day: Iwo Jima 75 th Anniversary Sun. Feb. 23 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. National Museum of the Marine Corps 18900 Jefferson Davis Highway, Triangle Seventy-five years ago, a vicious battle raged in the Pacific Theater of World War II. During the fight, six Marines raised an American flag that would spark the drive to continue the fight toward victory. Join the staff of the National Museum of the Marine Corps as they commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima with history talks, artifact displays, activities for children and a patriotic concert by The President’s Own.

Swan Lake Sun. Feb. 23 | 12:55 p.m. Regal Virginia Gateway Stadium 14 & RPX 8001 Gateway Promenade Place, Gainesville 14870 Lightner Road, Haymarket Captured live, direct from Moscow, Russia, this historic masterpiece of breathtaking beauty born at the Bolshoi Theatre remains an all-time audience favorite.

National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine Sun. Feb. 23 | 2 p.m. Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas Celebrating their Jubilee 100th concert season, the National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine is considered one of the finest symphony orchestras in Eastern Europe. Under the direction of Artistic Director Volodymyr Sirenko, the orchestra performs a program of Eastern European gems. Tickets: hylton.calendar.gmu.edu/

Prince William Chamber of Commerce Business Awards Thurs. Feb. 27 | 6 p.m. Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas Celebrate Prince William Chamber member businesses for their innovation, business sense and their commitment to the community. Register at pwchamber.org.

Espionage in Prince William: Preparation for D-Day Thurs. Feb. 27 | 7 p.m. Old Manassas Courthouse 9248 Lee Avenue, Manassas Representatives from the Cold War Museum at Vint Hill Farm near Gainesville introduce the secret story of the formation of the Ghost Army. They discuss General George S. Patton, its fictitious commander and communications originating from Vint Hill codenamed Operation FORTITUDE. This deception was instrumental in fooling the German High Command leading to Allied success at Normandy in World War II.

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