calendar Prince William Living’s calendar is prepared several weeks before the magazine is printed. A lot can happen between the time the calendar is prepared and the date of the event. Weather permitting, ice-skating is available at many local rinks. Yoga studios and gyms are offering both live and virtual classes. Libraries, churches and businesses are offering online events along with some in-person events. The Prince William Chamber of Commerce (pwchamber.org) has been offering webinars. We encourage you to continue ordering takeout and delivery from local restaurants. Visit our online edition (princewilliamliving.com) for up-to-date information. And check with the venue to confirm any events.
Pub Crawl Tour
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Fridays & Saturdays | 7 to 9 p.m. Occoquan Spirits – Haunted Pub Crawl & Ghost Tours 408 Mill St., Occoquan The tour kicks off in a haunted gallery, Local Colour, with stops at the Rockledge Mansion, The Spot on Mill Street, Madigan’s Restaurant and other local haunts along the way. Food and beverages will be available for purchase at several of the stops. This tour is geared toward guests 21+ years old. Reservations and masks are required, as part of the tour is indoors. 703-357-3850.
Ice Skating
Daily; Hours vary Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center 15201 Potomac Town Place, Woodbridge Stonebridge’s first year with a real ice rink! Skate sessions are offered in 1.5hour increments. Reserve your time and pay online: stonebridgeptc.com/skating.
Job Hunting Success
Tues. Feb. 2 | 7:30 to 9 p.m. Presented by Prince William Public Libraries – Online Katherine Akbar, president of YES Career Coaching & Resume Writing Services, will cover building a cover letter and resume that excite your target employers, getting interviews from applications on job boards and interacting effectively with recruiters. Register at pwcgov.libnet. info/event/4618588.
Breakfast with an Expert
Thurs. Feb. 4 | 8 a.m. Online Bring your own coffee and join us for information from an expert who will give you actionable advice you can put to work immediately in your business. For more information, visit princewilliamliving.com/ breakfastwithanexpert.
Hike with a Naturalist
Thurs. Feb. 4 | 10 a.m. Bull Run Mountains Conservancy 16290 Thoroughfare Rd., Broad Run Join a professional naturalist and discover the flora and fauna on and around the Bull Run Mountains. These hikes will take place at Leopold's Preserve.
Lucasville School Open House
Sat. Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27 | 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sun. Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 | 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lucasville School 10516 Godwin Dr., 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 and throughout Northern Virginia. No more than five people will be allowed in the school at one time and masks are required. 703-3657895.
Books on Tap
Tues. Feb. 9 | 7 to 10 p.m. Provided by Sinistral Brewing Company and Prince William Public Libraries – Online This book club celebrates e-reading by selecting a title available from hoopla digital. This month’s book is The Taster by V.S. Alexander. The selected titles are available instantly with no holds, no waiting and your choice of eBook or eAudiobook. Download the Hoopla app, register for an account with your library card, and get started reading or listening today! Contact haxt@pwcgov.org for more information.
Winter Encampment
Sat. Feb. 13 | 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rippon Lodge Historic Site 15520 Blackburn Rd., 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. The Prince William District included Fairfax and Loudoun Counties. Come to Rippon Lodge to meet members of the Second Virginia and see their encampment, ongoing historical interpretation, cooking, drilling and more. Tours of the historic lodge are included. 703-499-9812.
Valentine’s Day Prom
Sun. Feb. 14 | All Day Provided by Prince William Public Libraries — Online Join Mr. Jon & Friends for a special virtual preschool prom that will inspire fun, laughter and lots of dancing! Register at pwcgov.libnet.info/event/4752101.
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