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FEATURE STORY Steins, Vines and Moonshine: A Trail of Breweries, Wineries and Distilleries
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DEPARTMENTS FROM THE EDITOR IN CHIEF Color, Crunch and Cool Weather
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ON A HIGH NOTE Celebrating the National Day on Writing
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DESTINATIONS Get Your Heart Thumping with BMX Bike Racing
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GIVING BACK ACTS: A Haven for Victims Seeking Shelter from the Storm 16 LIFELONG LEARNING Alumni Cum Laude
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TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS The Computer Doctor: A Small Business Resource
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FAMILY FUN Harvest Crafts
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LOCAL FLAVOR Location, Location, Location...and Beer CALENDAR
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THE FASHION FOLDER HEALTH & WELLNESS HOME & HEARTH YOUR FINANCES
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from the Editor in Chief Color, Crunch and Cool Weather
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ow can you not love the month of October? Usually, our area starts to experience cooler, crisper mornings. The trees, provided we have had good rainfall in late summer, turn beautiful, vibrant colors that remind us all of the beauty of nature. The crunch of fallen leaves introduces an excitement about the last quarter of the calendar year and the upcoming holiday season. Local cities, towns and the county host fall or harvest festivals; everyone is picking apples, decorating with corn stalks or getting their pumpkin spice flavored drink on. And for those who celebrate, we round out the month with Halloween, trick-or-treat and haunted tours. This month’s cover story “Steins, Vines and Moonshine: A Trail of Breweries, Wineries and Distilleries” by Marianne Weaver explores the explosion of local places where you can wet your whistle and enjoy excellent eats. Find out more on page 4. If crafting is your jam, then Amanda Causey Baity’s Family Fun is for you. “Harvest Crafts” shows you how to make a twine pumpkin, a fall wreath and a mason jar lid pumpkin. Even a novice like me can handle making these beautiful fall crafts found on page 22.
In “Alumni Cum Laude,” this month’s Lifelong Learning, read more about the oldest alumni association in the Commonwealth of Virginia on page 19. I hope that we all look that good at 111. Writer Dan Verner also introduces you to a woman who worked for the city and the county school systems for 67 years. Although we make a brief mention of her in this article, we did an entire profile piece on her online at princewilliamliving.com/2017/06/ miss-os-opus/. Did you know that October 20 is the National Day on Writing? The National Council of Teachers of English started #WhyIWrite and everyone from novices to famous writers participate, along with other famous people who do not write for a living but know how important this communication skill is. If you ever wondered how or why some of our writers found their professional calling, read about it in our On a High Note, page 10. So, put on your warm clothes and boots and enjoy the sights, sounds and experiences of this month. May your October be as colorful as the leaves on the trees. Kim Howard, CAE Editor in Chief
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A Trail of Breweries, Wineries and Distilleries By Marianne E. Weaver
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irginia is fast becoming a prime destination for lovers of craft beverages, and the Prince William County Office of Tourism (also previously known as Discover Prince William & Manassas or the county’s convention & visitors bureau) has developed a strategy—the Steins, Vines and Moonshine Trail—to draw visitors to Prince William. “The number of breweries and distilleries has exploded in the past five years,” said Ann Marie Maher, director of tourism for Prince William County. “Today’s consumers and visitors seek unique experiences and the Steins, Vines & Moonshine trail will hone in on what they are seeking—to taste, to smell, to see.” The trail is open to all craft breweries, wineries and distilleries in the greater Prince William region. Today, the trail is composed of 13 breweries, two distilleries and four wineries/tasting rooms.
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“We recently hosted two trail kick-off meetings with trail members to discuss advertising ideas, a passport that will gamify the trail, and an annual festival,” said Maher. “We see the trail being a great add-on reason why visitors would want to come to our destination. After visitors have seen one of our iconic attractions, such as Manassas National Battlefield Park or the National Museum of the Marine Corps, we anticipate they will make time to finish off the day with a glass of rosé, craft brew or artisan cocktail at one of our incredible trail sites.” Tim Hoke, CEO of Woodbridge-based Heroic Aleworks, was among the participants at that first meeting. “One of the best things about the beer, wine and distilling community is how supportive and inclusive all of us are,” he said. “We all take a lot of pride in the products we make and love sharing them with our customers and with each other. The trail is such a great way to highlight all of these great brands.”
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Steins Virginia has a long history of beer brewing beginning in 1607 when, according to the National Park Service, Jamestown colonists served beer at their first feast. George Washington also served beer and porter to guests at Mount Vernon. More recently, beginning in 1984, microbreweries—those that produce less than 15,000 barrels of beer per year with 75 percent or more of their beer sold off-site—started to spring up nationwide. According to the Brewers Association, by 2016, Virginia was home to 164 craft breweries, producing 257,645 barrels per year. BadWolf Brewing Company was the first to serve craft beer in Prince William, according to Sarah Meyers, who co-founded BadWolf’s original location on Center Street in Manassas, with her husband Jeremy in June 2013. Two years later, they opened BadWolf BrewHouse, a 6,000-square foot production facility, also in Manassas, that features a 10-barrel brewing system and a barrel aging program as well a 12-tap bar. That original storefront, now known as BadWolf pHunk House, is dedicated to experimental beers, focusing on sours and mixed fermentation beers, while the larger location serves a wide variety of beers. “We have a unique situation where you can go to a few locations, and we don’t serve the same beers at both,” said Sarah Meyers. “At the BadWolf pHunk House, there is something different every time. At the BrewHouse, we have lots of tables and patio seating.” Recently, the couple partnered with Jonathan Kibben and Chris Sellers, owners of CJ Finz of Manassas, to open BadWolf Public House in Downtown Historic Manassas. “All of us grew up in Manassas, we love how Old Town has evolved, and we are excited to be a part of it,” said Kibben. “What sets us apart is the concept: We are a farm-to-table style restaurant and craft brewery in one. On the restaurant side, our kitchen focuses on fresh ingredients and locally sourced products. In our brewery, we do the same.” As BadWolf was expanding throughout Manassas, on the other side of the county, Randy Barnette was working at a Woodbridge restaurant while investing in a Falls Church brewpub. “I felt a more casual brewpub in Woodbridge would be a smash hit,” said Barnette, owner of Ornery Beer Co. “Since we opened Aug. 17, 2015, we have gone from being the first brewery in Woodbridge to now the fifth brewery. It adds some pressures to the business, but the community of breweries here is a bunch of great people.” He said Ornery stands out from the crowd by offering traditional ales and lagers that pair well with their chef-driven, scratch menu. And the experts must agree: Since opening, Ornery has won two medals at the Virginia Craft Beer Cup and was named the Best Kolsch Ale in America in 2016 at the Great American Beer Festival. As more brewers convert their home brews into viable businesses, competition among the establishments might seem fierce, but not so, according to the proprietors. “We are not competing against each other,” said Aaron Ludwig, operations manager of Tin
Heritage Brewing Company opened in December 2013 and its beers are Americana-focused in a nod to American history and icons.
Cannon Brewing Co., Gainesville. “Realistically, it is us against Anheuser-Busch and MillerCoors. I don’t expect the brand loyalty that Budweiser gets.” Visitors to Tin Cannon, he said, can sip on a wide variety of beers, ranging from light blonds to hoppy double IPAs and dark porters. And while they’re in the tap room, he said he’ll ask them if they’ve tried other brewers in the region. “I ask them if they tried BadWolf or Heritage,” he said. “If I convert a mega beer drinker to a craft beer drinker, that helps us all. We support each other.” Sean Arroyo, CEO of Heritage Brewing Co., which opened in a converted industrial park in Manassas in December 2013, said his brewery prides itself on its roots. “We’re a veteran-owned and operated brewery, so Heritage honors the great people who came before us to fight for and build the country we love today. Our brand is Americana-focused, and our flagship brews reference American history and icons,” he said. “We pride ourselves on making something for everyone. From the craft beer enthusiast looking for the exclusive small batch to someone who’s never ventured into the craft brew realm, we have a beer that fits every palette.” Like Heritage, Brew Republic Bierwerks is a veteran-owned brewery. However, unlike most craft breweries that are located in converted industrial parks, Brew Republic has found a home in the upscale Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center. “We are right in the middle of things. People see our sign and come in,” said Ryan Heisey, co-owner and minister of operations, adding that unlike most others in the trail, Brew Republic doesn’t rely on food trucks for cuisine, but rather on its own kitchen. “Our food is developed to pair with our beers. It is an eating and drinking experience.” Josh Fournelle, co-owner of Water’s End Brewery in Lake Ridge, agreed that the shopping mall location was key in drawing in patrons. “Our goal was always to be situated in a retail location where we could become part of the surrounding community,” said Fournelle. “When we found our current space, we didn’t fully (continues on page 6) prince william living October 2017
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Just outside of Historic Downtown Manassas, the Villagio Hospitality Group has developed a “destination brewery campus” on the eight-acre site of the historic Thomasson Barn at Innovation Park in Prince William. The Farm Brew LIVE Campus will be home to 2 Silos Brewing Co. packaging facility, tasting room and company store; The Black Sheep: whiskey + wine + noshery; and The YARD Beer & Sound Garden featuring The Pit Barbecue. “Prince William’s plan for Innovation Park aligned with the concept of Farm Brew LIVE and 2 Silos Brewing,” said Meredith Arnest, Villagio director of brand development. “The Thomasson Barn created the winning combination with its history, intrigue and beauty.”
The Winery at Bull Run is one of four wine stops along the trail.
realize how great the location was. We’ve since been able to meet hundreds of customers, many of whom we now consider friends. They live in the surrounding community and give Water’s End its neighborhood craft taproom feel.” Creating a community was also a key for the owners of Heroic Aleworks. But they don’t define their community by location, but rather by shared interest. “Heroic Aleworks is a very unique brewery,” said Hoke, who has been part of the trail since its inception. “We like to think that we are a center of gravity for the larger nerd/geek community.” The owners have tied their love for comics with their dedication to brewing. “We work hard on making the best beer we can, doing interesting and challenging styles, and bringing a story to life with our characters and our comics,” he said. “We sold our comic book for the first time at AwesomeCon in D.C. We’ve carried that into our tap room and create new characters for every beer we make. It’s tough to stand out in craft beer, but we think we’ve done a pretty good job of both being original and being true to who we are.” Two newcomers have signed on to the trail even before opening their doors: Sinistral Brewing Company and 2 Silos Brewing Company. Stacey Perry, who founded Sinistral with her husband, said the name is a nod to her husband/head brewer. “Sinistral is an archaic word for being of or from the left side,” she said. “Since Blane is left-handed, we wanted to play into the uniqueness he brings to our beers.” After a two-year search, they found the perfect location for their seven-barrel, 3,500 square-foot brewery/taproom/beer garden. “Like us, a lot of the other places on the trail are family-owned businesses that are producing really fine quality products. We don’t necessarily consider ourselves any different from any of them. We’re making great beer in a really cool space, too,” she said. “We are eager to welcome our friends and neighbors in the community to share our beers, our taproom and courtyard beer garden space in Historic Downtown Manassas.”
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Forrest Morgan, co-founder and head brewmaster of 2 Silos, said he has converted the 1929 dairy farm barn into a place where the complete beer cycle—from the agriculture to the brewing process—can be visible and revealing, reinforcing the path from farm to pint. “At 2 Silos Brewing Co., we pride ourselves on brewing beers that we love to drink,” he said. “Our beers are unique, big character brews featuring bold flavors that defy traditional styles and expectations.”
Vines According to the Virginia Wine Board, the commonwealth has a long history of producing quality wines, dating back to 1873 when a Virginia Norton wine was named the “best red wine of all nations” at the Vienna World’s Fair. But Prohibition struck in 1920, effectively shutting down the entire business. “From 1920 to the mid-1970s, there were no wineries in Virginia,” said Chris Pearmund, managing partner of Effingham Manor in Nokesville, who has 30 years of experience in the Virginia wine industry. “In the ’70s, rules changed, so you could grow grapes and operate a winery. In 1979 there were only six wineries, but by 1995 there were 46 Virginia wineries.” There are four wine stops along the trail: Aroma Wine Tasting, Effingham Manor Winery, the Winery at Bull Run and the Winery at LaGrange. Arthur Lampros, owner of WineStyles of Montclair, said during the past decade local wineries have pushed to create high-quality wines that can compete on a world stage. The new beverage trail, he said, could be the way to draw in new customers. “First, you need a driver, so people can visit the wineries and really enjoy it,” he suggested. “Reach out and ask the wine maker about his process. Dig into the techniques they use because they are all different. There is some real talent here.” The Winery at La Grange, situated on 20 acres in Haymarket, has set up their main tasting room in an 18th-century manor house. The winery is best known for its reds, including the Meritage,
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Cabernet Franc Reserve and Petit Manseng, and French-styled chardonnay whites. “I am looking forward to bringing in new customers and introducing them to Virginia wines—the artistry and craftsmanship taking place in their backyards,” said Alexandria Scadden, club sales director. “We are family and pet friendly. We offer later hours during the weekend. We have historical tours of the house and vineyards and educational tastings that include information on the whole process of making wine, growing grapes, and the effect it has had on our state.” Effingham Manor Winery has a different strategy for drawing business to its Nokesville property. “Effingham brings in not just local agriculture and local wine, but also a facet of American history and colonial history,” said Pearmund, who added the property features a 250-year old plantation house, an old brown sandstone blacksmith shop, smokehouse and former slaves’ quarters. And although Pearmund said he wants local students—from elementary through college— to visit and tour the historic property, the winery is intended for adults. “We want to be more like Mount Vernon in that we are not looking for droves of people,” said Pearmund. “Kids are allowed, but we don’t want to be a family winery with tons of people. We need to protect the place.” He added that unlike other wineries, he doesn’t have any intention of bringing in food trucks. “We will have food that works–cheeses and sausages,” he said. “We want to make it a higher-level winery experience that doesn’t make it a family outing.” Effingham offers chardonnay, Traminette, rosé, Norton, merlot, Meritage, sparkling wine and King’s Ransom Reserve for tastings and purchase.
Moonshine Although Virginia has deep roots in moonshine, distilleries have only recently begun to spring up in this region. Two distilleries— KO Distilling and MurLarkey—have joined the trail. KO Distilling was the first distillery to set up shop in Manassas since Prohibition ended in 1933, opening its doors to the public in September 2015 with two gins and a white (unaged) whiskey. Since that time, they’ve expanded the selection to include a barrel finished gin, an aged wheat whiskey, and an aged rye whiskey. “While many people think [the name stands for] ‘knock out,’ our two co-founders Bill Karlson and John O’Mara are the “K” and “O” in KO Distilling,” said Peter Mowery, customer experience director. He hopes the trail helps visitors sample their way through the region: “The trail provides a literal map for us to send our customers to visit other breweries, wineries and distilleries, and vice versa.”
KO Distilling was the first distillery to set up shop in Manassas since Prohibition ended in 1933.
The owners of the second distillery, MurLarkey Distilled Spirits, started laying the groundwork for their distillery in 2013 and then spent about three years raising capital and securing permits before opening their Bristow distillery in 2016. Cousins Thomas Murray, Michael and James Larkin, along with George “Papi” Zwetkow, Marc Cucchiaro, Ian Purcell, James Curry, Jesse Puckett and Paul Roberts, joined forces to create the distillery that honors their forefathers with nod to the cousins’ grandparents, Bill and Katie Kelly. “The name is a combination of three family names: MURray, LARkin and KEllY,” explained Jim Curry, director of marketing, who has been friends with the cousins for many years. “We chose this location for its proximity to Jiffy Lube Live. And we want to be part of the trail because there are a lot of people coming from D.C. to do the winery and brewery tours.” Maher said her team and the tourism business partners are looking forward to unveiling the trail this fall. “Our craft breweries, wineries and distilleries have been fantastic to work with, and they are very excited with our plans,” said Maher. “The Prince William County Office of Tourism plans to work with the cities of Manassas and Manassas Park, as well as Fauquier and Stafford Counties, to expand upon the trail as a regional artisan collaboration that will encourage visitation to the region’s locally owned art galleries, craft beverage and agri-tourism sites and farmers markets in addition to boutiques, restaurants and bed and breakfasts.”
Marianne Weaver (mweaver@princewilliamliving.com) is a freelance editor and writer. She earned a BA from the University of Pittsburgh and an MJ from Temple University.
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on a high note
Celebrating the National Day on Writing By Kim Howard, CAE
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very October 20, the social media hashtag #WhyIWrite reaches millions of people. In 2016, more than 60,000 tweets were generated, and celebrities posted many of them. Officially recognized by U.S. Senate resolutions, the National Day on Writing is the eight-year-old brainchild of the National Council of Teachers of English. NCTE started this campaign based on the premise that writing is critical to literacy but needs greater attention and celebration. Who among us doesn’t enjoy reading? To honor the writers we know, Prince William Living asked them to tell our readers why they like to write and which letter of the alphabet is their favorite. Here are the answers from our teammates who responded. Details, including how to get involved and podcast offerings, can be found at whyiwrite.us. ________________________________ “I have struggled with shyness my whole life. I started writing as a way to reach people—to communicate. Through writing, I discovered my voice. My favorite letter is C probably because it begins both my first and last names, and I’m a fan of alliteration. I like the quirkiness of Q too. Not many letters need the constant support of another.” — Carla Christano ________________________________
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“L: It started with a library—all that undiscovered knowledge— and a voracious need to read. My love of learning transformed into a love of disseminating.” — Jennifer Lazzo ________________________________ “I enjoy writing because it’s a great way to learn about places and people. I’ve met some amazing, driven, positive people who are making a difference in their communities. My favorite letter is J. It’s the first letter of my husband’s name, and I say it all the time.” — Delia Engstrom ________________________________ “Writing gives me the opportunity to delve into a subject and learn something new and then tell a story about it. My favorite letter of the alphabet is S because it seems like a sophisticated letter.” — Amy Falkofske ________________________________ “As a writer, I can create any kind of world and story I want to, and others can be a part of that. I like the letter Q because it’s unique, rare and decorative.” —Dan Verner
“Staring at a blank screen trying to communicate a message can be a daunting task. But words are powerful, and telling a story well is a skillset worth developing. All of us communicate through the written word even if we don’t write for a living. How well we write helps us improve our message to others in our personal and work lives. We should all be grateful for any parent, sibling, teacher or friend who taught us our letters and how to string words together to form a coherent message. My favorite letter of the alphabet is Z because it’s a letter not often found in words and has the honor of being the last letter of the alphabet. In the NATO spelling alphabet, Z is for Zulu. How can you not like how that word rolls off of your tongue?” — Kim Howard, CAE ________________________________ “Having read the Harry Potter series, it is clear how words can create magic. Writing for PWL lets me create my own form of magic, telling real people’s stories! My favorite letter of the alphabet is S because I like the ease with which you can write it as well as the sound it makes.”
“Writing is akin to the human fingerprint. Both word choice and specific, deliberate combination of those words is a unique marker for everyone who writes. My favorite letter of the alphabet is M. I have an appreciation for symmetry, and this letter shares the middle of the spectrum with the letter N. The difference is that M represents a seemingly softer sound. It is the letter that starts a number of wonderful compliments, too!” —Ashley Claire Simpson ________________________________ “I was always drawn to writing, even as a little kid, as a way to communicate with people, tell stories, share and gain knowledge, and evoke emotions. The letter A is my favorite because it’s a word by itself, and as the first letter of the alphabet, it reminds me about wonderful beginnings with so much to look forward to afterwards.” —Helena Tavares Kennedy
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the fashion folder Ease into Autumn By Roxy Rowton
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ust as the laid-back days of summer give away to the purposeful days of autumn, fashion reflects the return to industrious and enterprising pursuits. During autumn, the sartorial dress code becomes the most pronounced and intentional of any other fashion mind-set. Sartorial undertones of tailoring, styling, craftsmanship, construction, aesthetics, and form stunningly stitch together the cold-weather designs of the autumn fashion portfolio. The fall dress code suggests warmth, strength, confidence and beauty to dress us beyond the season and across the trends. The autumn portfolio nods an appreciation to tradition, classic and timeless sartorial design, but it’s also a study of exaggerated hemlines and generous silhouettes, originality in detail and design, innovative textiles and textures, and utility and luxury. Define the autumn fashion dress code by complex and subtle juxtapositions in proportions, aesthetics and tactile layering: A sturdy glen plaid field jacket over a tailored wide-leg tweed trouser. The combo of a weathered-chambray button down tucked into a fine gabardine pencil skirt. An elongated easy-fit poet blouse under a tailored velvet pantsuit. The meeting of a rugged-leather bomber and a soft silky midi-length dress. An over-sized nubby cardigan wrapped around a crisp cotton shirt. Refine the autumn fashion portfolio with an investment of the classics: the difference between style over trends or more aptly quality over quantity. Punctuate the fall outwear collection with an iconic closet staple—the trench. Elevate office appropriate style with a timeless wardrobe essential — the silk shirt. Simplify cold-weather dressing with a necessary layering piece—the long sleeve tee. Refresh autumn attire with a clever twist of the pant hemline—the wide-leg trouser. Reintroduce a benchmark of power dressing—the pantsuit. Fall back on timeless designs in modern versions that are as fashionable as these are functional. Re-imagine autumn fashion by taking cues from art or nature to create vibrant pairings of contrasting color and tactile patterns. Mix of utility and luxury. Embrace fabrics and designs that are sustainable as well as fashionable. Before loading the shopping cart with garments that simply fill a void in the closet, begin the process of assembling a cold-weather wardrobe with foundation and statement pieces hand-picked to offer thoughtful details, balance design with lifestyle, blend sensibility with luxury, and make it easier to get dressed for varied autumn occasions.
Wardrobe and style consultant Roxy L. Rowton (rlrowton@ everydayrefinement.com) spends much of her workweek in the closet or the fitting room helping women look and feel their very best. She has two-plus decades in the fashion, apparel and beauty industries.
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Get Your Heart Thumping with BMX Bike Racing By Helena Tavares Kennedy
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MX bike racing became an Olympic sport in 2008, but did you know we have a BMX racing course here in our area? BMX stands for bicycle motocross and is an offroad bicycle racing sport that Northern Virginia BMX Parents Association (NOVA BMX) is bringing to the mainstream here in our region. It sure sounded like fun, and Prince William Living found this to be a unique destination in our own backyard. Located in Woodbridge, NOVA BMX offers locals the opportunity to try the exciting sport for the first time, or for those who are already pros, a chance to continue practicing and racing on a smooth, thoughtfully designed and meticulously groomed race course.
Near Closure Turns into Opportunity The Prince William County Park Authority (PWCPA) built the BMX track in 2000 to provide a bicycle-specific resource in the county. According to Jay Martin, president of NOVA
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BMX, “the county operated the track until 2009 when budget restrictions threatened to close the facility. NOVA BMX had been formed to provide volunteers to assist with track enhancements, marketing and general operations, so with the imminent closure, NOVA BMX proposed to take over the complete operation of the track facility, and PWCPA agreed. Since then, NOVA BMX, as a nonprofit with a board, has taken on the operational and financial responsibilities of the BMX track.� As it currently stands, Prince William County still owns the land and the track, but NOVA BMX operates the facility entirely with volunteers and funds it through donations and sponsorships, making it truly a community destination. What is quite surprising is that NOVA BMX is one of 300+ tracks throughout the U.S., Puerto Rico and Canada and is governed by USABMX, the BMX sport governing body.
BMX Not Just for Stunt Riders and Pros You might be surprised by the diversity of people participating at the NOVA BMX track on any given practice or race day. From young kids to older professionals who have years of BMX riding experience under their belts, the track offers something for everyone, regardless of skill level. “My most rewarding part is watching kids and adults try something new, face their fears about it, and get better at it all while having fun and growing as individuals,” Martin said. While most of the rider base is made up of Prince William County residents, many riders from surrounding counties also call NOVA BMX home. “On race days we will regularly have racers from all over Virginia as well as from Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, New Jersey and North Carolina,” Martin said. “One of the great things about BMX racing is that we have athletes that range in age from two years old, who race on balance bikes, all the way to riders in their 70s, which includes men and women at all levels,” said Martin. “While the majority of riders do tend to be kids and teens, this is a sport that entire families do together, and athletes literally participate in for decades. BMX is truly a sport for everyone and your level of commitment is totally up to you. You attend the races you want to, you practice as much as you want to, and you don’t have to be locked into a team’s agenda, schedule or finances.” There are options for any level of rider, including a year-long membership to USABMX for $60 which gives you access to race at any track. Riders can then practice on the BMX track for $5
or participate in a race, which usually has a $10 registration fee. “Free one-day trial memberships are available,” said Martin. “Any membership level can be initiated at the track.” If you are new at this, don’t worry. NOVA BMX has several loaner bikes and helmets of various sizes currently available for new riders at no charge. Equipment is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. “On occasion, new rider clinics are held to introduce the basics of BMX racing,” said Martin. “We also have a great set of volunteers and a track coach, who are available to assist with equipment sizing and help new riders become comfortable with the track and BMX fundamentals.” When asked what one thing he wants Prince William Living readers to know about NOVA BMX, Martin said, “That we are here! In all seriousness, the track has been here for 17 years, but people go to the P-Nats games and never even notice our track. NOVA BMX is one of Prince William County’s, actually all of Northern Virginia’s, best kept secrets!” Check out this hidden gem located at 7 County Complex in Woodbridge and get race schedules, practice days, and operating times at novabmx.org or facebook.com/NorthernVirginiaBMX.
Helena Tavares Kennedy (hkennedy@princewilliamliving.com), a longtime Prince William County resident, is a freelance writer and communications consultant at htkmarketingservices.com and livinggreendaybyday.com. prince william living October 2017
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giving back
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A Haven for Victims Seeking Shelter from the Storm By Jennifer Lazzo
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id you know that Action in Community Through Service (ACTS) provides more than just food and shelter to people in need? ACTS is an umbrella organization that serves many different needs. Founded in 1969, ACTS grew from addressing food and shelter needs to also providing domestic violence prevention and intervention, a crisis hotline and resource referral, and sexual assault support services.
William. “We’ve always provided those services county-wide, but now with an office in Manassas, it’s much more accessible to everyone,” Liga said.
Under the direction of Executive Director and CEO Steve Liga, who joined ACTS in the spring of 2015, the Dumfriesbased nonprofit has streamlined its organization by configuring programs to use the same internal sources, cross-training staff and expanding its services.
ACTS trains local law enforcement officials to assess domestic violence situations and ask victims a series of questions; based on the responses, victims will receive immediate services, such as being transported to the ACTS safe house, or will be referred to the program the following day.
ACTS has opened a second office in Manassas, a short walk from the courthouse, which provides all services except food, since two large food distribution programs are already in place in that part of the county, Liga noted. The office houses two new community educators and a new trauma counselor as well as multiple staff who work in both Manassas and Dumfries. It also offers clients the Behavioral Intervention Program, a 16-week program designed to educate perpetrators of domestic violence.
“People are always asking, ‘Why does she stay?’ There are so many reasons—it can be incredibly difficult to leave the situation,” said Larson. “We need to provide as much support and resources to the victim as we can.”
The community educators are responsible for providing education and awareness about sexual abuse and assault and domestic violence to the community and ACTS volunteers. Such efforts, through speeches, training, and media spots, reached 6,172 people in fiscal year (FY) 2017, according to Dotty Larson, director of domestic violence services (Turning Points). Many take place in October, nationally recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month since 1989.
Only Organization Offering Comprehensive Crisis Services ACTS has the only comprehensive sexual abuse and assault, domestic violence and suicide prevention programs in Prince
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The organization addressed 1,976 cases of domestic violence in FY17. “There are about 9,000 [domestic violence] calls per year to police in Prince William County, making it one of the most reported crimes,” said Larson.
“It’s so much more complex than people think,” agreed Liga. “Victims need to believe that they’re worth something because for a long time they didn’t, and once they do, they need the support, so they can stay that way.” Support services include housing, safety planning, job training, education and counseling, for both adults and children, as well as advocacy and court accompaniment. For years, the county has provided three offices in the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court building in Manassas to ACTS for advocacy and court accompaniment. “Our court program is unique because everyone who comes in for a protective order in the county gets immediate counseling,” said Larson. “I know of no others with offices so near or offering such a huge array of services. We stay with a client through many situations. Accessibility is key.”
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Comcast Cares Day brought community volunteers to ACTS to assist with various tasks including keeping the area beautiful.
ACTS depends upon volunteers to assist with food sorting to ensure that the clients served receive the appropriate food.
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are stakeholders in their own experience and are able to reach their own volunteer goals within the community,” said Jane Anderson, ACTS volunteer coordinator. “ACTS volunteers change people’s lives every day, and I always try to make sure they understand and see their impact.”
ACTS also provides support for clients who have been sexually abused or assaulted. The program is the only one of its kind in Prince William. “If people disclose abuse or sexual assault, tell them you believe them,” said Lydia Teutsch, director of sexual assault services. “Tell them it’s not their fault. Share our information with them so that they can come to a safe place where their healing is the priority.” “We serve clients who have been sexually assaulted or sexually abused through one-on-one peer counseling and/or trauma counseling,” she continued. “We provide group support for teens and adults, and we offer accompaniment to law enforcement interviews and hospital forensic exams.” Individuals who are very young or are complex trauma survivors may need to see ACTS’ new trauma counselor. “Last summer we hired a licensed therapist specifically to work with our sexual assault and domestic violence clients who need [more specialized services],” said Liga. “She’s trained [to work with people] all the way down to toddler age.” Staff and volunteers who work with sexual assault and abuse victims are on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. “We usually have 25-30 volunteers helping us at any given time. Volunteers help take calls for our hotline, accompany victims to the hospital and facilitate support groups,” said Teutsch. “We have a small staff and absolutely could not do what we do every day without the support of our many dedicated volunteers.”
The Act of Volunteering It takes many hands to keep ACTS going. The organization depends on almost 2,500 volunteers each year to sort food, staff shelters, give comfort to someone just sexually assaulted, or listen to someone contemplating suicide. “It is very important to fulfill the volunteer needs of an organization, but it is equally important to ensure that volunteers
ACTS is always in need of more volunteers, especially for the crisis services it provides. “Research is very clear: nothing will make you feel better than doing something for someone else,” said Liga. “We are hard-wired that way. We are built in community, and we’re at our best when we pull together.” ACTS has two locations, one at 3900 ACTS Lane in Dumfries and the other at 9317 Grant Avenue in Manassas. For more information, visit actspwc.org, or call the general information line at 703-441-8606. Jennifer Lazzo (jlazzo@princewilliamliving.com) is a freelance writer and editor who earned a B.A. in technical journalism and political science from Colorado State University. She lives with her husband and twin girls in Montclair.
Important Numbers ACTS Helpline (suicide, sexual assault and abuse): 703-368-4141 ACTS Domestic Violence: 703-221-4951 Sexual Assault Victims (individual and group support, education and outreach): 703-497-1192 ACTS Client Support: 703-221-3186 ACTS Emergency Shelter and Transitional Living: 703-221-3188
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The majority of those cases are invasive, but approximately 20 percent of them are not. Non-invasive breast cancer is also known as Stage 0, a diagnosis that is debated in some healthcare circles. Some experts approach Stage 0, or Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS), as a cancer that should be treated immediately, while others recommend a wait-and-see approach for their patients. Sentara Cancer Network radiologist Dr. Tammy J. Lamb says it’s not something she commonly sees with her patients in the DMV. “They know what they want, what they need, and what they can live with,” she explains. DCIS represents about a quarter of Dr. Lamb’s breast cancer diagnoses, and she’s as straightforward as possible when delivering the news: “Carcinoma in Situ may never progress into invasive cancer, but the problem is imaging cannot tell the difference, surgery cannot distinguish, but more importantly, the pathology is not yet there.” It’s this lack of predictability about what the cancer will do in the future which fuels debate. According to Dr. Lamb, that’s why yearly mammograms are so important. “Women in Northern Virginia and D.C. are very educated, so they understand the importance of doing screening studies,” she says. “So we have a nice screening population, which means we’re finding breast cancers earlier and more often.” As anyone who has ever dealt with cancer knows, finding it and getting that diagnosis early could mean the difference between life and death.
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Alumni Cum Laude
lifelong learning
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According to association board member Joann Barrett, the alumni group works “to provide additional funding for books, sports, housing and whatever else is needed to help young people out with school or college. Without this help, some students could not afford to continue their education.” Olsen, who joined the association in 2003, adds, “We promote fellowship of individuals who went to OHS and promote further education through awarding scholarships to graduating seniors who are going to college or trade school.”
Fundraising for Scholarships for Graduating Seniors Every year in June, the alumni association stages a banquet and awards ceremony. “The association has awarded more than $150,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors, keeping the OAA connected with the community,” Olsen said. Former association treasurer Gerry Sproles (Class of 1952), winner of the Outstanding Alumni Graduate Award for 2011, says that the group used to rely on local businesses for donations and also staged a “Fall Bash” at the Harris Pavilion each October until a few years ago. They have moved on to other fundraising techniques since then, including an appearance by former OHS football player and New York Jets wide receiver Lucky Whitehead, who greeted fans and signed autographs at a food truck event before homecoming at OHS last October. His appearance netted $1,800 in four hours.
Photo provided by Osbourn/Osbourn Park Alumni Association
he members of the Osbourn/Osbourn Park Alumni Association form an unusual group by any standard. While most high school classes have reunions every year at most, the Manassas group has a continuing, ongoing presence that has allowed them to support other graduates with scholarships through the years. The association is 111 years old, the longestlasting such group in Virginia. Former president of the association Mark Olsen, 1979 Osbourn High School (OHS) graduate and winner of the Outstanding Alumni Graduate Award in 2012, that the association has “a unique history through its involvement with the high school and the growth of the Town of Manassas into the City of Manassas.” Alumni pose at their annual Food Truck Rally fundraiser.
four relatives who are also OHS graduates. He plans to attend Liberty University this fall, earn his doctorate in law and become an FBI agent. Mandi Cottrill, also from Osbourn, received an Alumni Association scholarship. Cottrill’s grandmother, mother, two aunts and sister are all graduates of OHS as well. She maintained a 4.1 grade point average and wants to double major in biology and psychology and be a genetic counselor after college graduation. Ben Valentine, the scholarship recipient from Osbourn Park, counts five of his relatives who were also OPHS graduates. He has maintained a 3.8 grade point average his senior year and plans to attend West Virginia University and major in sports management. Barrett notes that the best thing about being in the association is that “we can help students (like these) succeed with their goals.”
Outstanding Alumnus of the Year The association also names an outstanding alumnus or alumna each year, and the person so honored this year was Robert Heltzel, President of Heltzel Mortgage in Manassas. In addition, the group recognized Gerry Sproles (Class of 1952) for his service to the organization since 1997.
Furthermore, for the first time this year, “the association will hold a raffle on Oct. 21 with a grand prize of $10,000. Proceeds will support the scholarship program,” said Olsen. Sproles notes, “If we sell 300 tickets and raise $30,000, $20,000 will be available for scholarships.” Details on the raffle are available on the OAA Facebook page.
Outstanding alumni in recent years have included trucking company operator Danny Barrett, Mabel Black, Manassas Mayor Hal Parrish, state senator and judge Selwyn Smith, and Prince William County Police Officer Jesse Hempen. John Gregory (Class of 1939), a contractor whose company built many of the structures in the local area, is the oldest member of the group.
This year, the group honored graduates from both Osbourn and Osbourn Park high schools with scholarships. OHS grad Preston Kulakowski maintained a 3.82 grade point average and numbers
Lillian Orlich, a teacher and counselor at Osbourn (OHS) and later, Osbourn Park (OPHS), who retired this year after 67 years in education, was recognized as the outstanding alumna in 2004 (continues on page 31) prince william living October 2017
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taking care of business The Computer Doctor A Small Business Resource By Tracy Shevlin
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The Computer Doctor, owned by Bryanna Altman, has been offering managed IT services to the community since 1999. Prince William Living spoke to Altman to learn more about her business and how it has adapted to the fast pace of changing technology. According to Altman, “Today’s workforce expects to be able to work from anywhere, whether from home or the local coffee shop. They need to communicate and collaborate with office co-workers or clients, making IT an essential part of the workflow process. While many companies will continue to maintain brick and mortar headquarters with robust network infrastructure for security, decentralized employees, contractors and freelancers can work anywhere with internet connectivity.”
About the Computer Doctor The Computer Doctor is dedicated to helping businesses accomplish more by meeting the demands of sharing information in a real-time environment and focuses on the delivery of the communication platforms, which include locally hosted and cloud-based solutions for email, document sharing, line-of-business software support on local networks or hosted cloud-based technology. Altman added, “All client networks
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t’s no secret that information technology (IT) has changed the way businesses operate. It’s changed everything from operations and workforce development to marketing and managing relationships. Small businesses sometimes struggle to keep up with rapid changes in technology. While the digital economy has become essential for today’s small businesses, that doesn’t mean they can afford their own IT departments or that they need to have one in-house. Managed IT service providers, like the Computer Doctor, are a cost-effective option.
Bryanna and Ralph Altman are managed and monitored to ensure workers are able to communicate and access information securely 24/7.” The Computer Doctor works with a broad range of clients, including government entities, government contractors, professional services, medical providers, and construction companies, and scales the level of service to meet their needs. While individual needs may vary, many businesses require ongoing support to ensure their computer and networking infrastructures are optimized for productivity, software and hardware upgrades, protection for data and intellectual property, and the safety and security of information and networks. The company can also help businesses establish an online presence by securing a domain for email, building the website, and offering digital marketing services to help attract more customers.
As an award-winning Microsoft Certified Partner, the Computer Doctor has received more than a dozen recognition awards from Microsoft for a “high level of technological proficiency and skilled delivery of valued services to technology customers.” Altman told Prince William Living that it’s very rewarding to help their clients succeed in business, and many customers have been with the company from the beginning, which is unusual for some managed IT companies. “It’s a testament to our mission, which is to provide quality IT solutions, services and support. As a solution provider, it’s critical that we take time for ongoing education and maintaining industry certifications. We have to be at the top of our game,” said Altman. Altman is especially proud of the work they have done in the medical field and having established a longstanding niche with medical practices, dentists, veterinary hospitals and chiropractic centers. “The medical community was very late to adopt technology,” Altman explained. The Computer Doctor has helped clients transition from paper to electronic medical records, which allows patients to view their medical records through an online patient portal. This improved patient access helps patients and their caregivers better manage their healthcare.
and Yahoo. His success in digital marketing prompted him to start another company called SmartWeb Marketing, which is a Google AdWords consulting services firm. Businesses found the Computer Doctor at the top of the Google listings and wanted the same for their business. Ms. Altman shared a couple of examples of how effective a Google AdWords campaign can be. In 2013, Mr. Altman took over the Google AdWords campaign for the eCommerce site of the Heritage Foundation, which operated the gift shop at the Marine Corps Museum. Over the course of five years, sales revenue grew from $300,000 to $3 million. Additionally, Mr. Altman teamed up with the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton to win a $120,000 annual grant from Google to build online awareness for the center. SmartWeb Marketing manages the grant through a $10,000 per month, in-kind advertising donation used to promote the Workhouse’s mission and initiatives on Google.com using Google AdWords.
About the Altmans Marketing and the Experts Almost every business today has a web presence, and many have social network profiles as well, but not everyone is a social media expert. However, Bryanna and her husband Ralph Altman are experts. Social media marketing has become an essential part of all marketing strategies because it helps businesses reach their targeted audience while growing name recognition through search engine marketing. Ms. Altman, who’s been dubbed the “Social Media Maven,” manages 25 business Facebook pages to help clients establish their brands through content management, targeted ads and increasing “likes” and “followers.” Ralph Altman is a certified Google AdWords expert. He uses organic and paid advertising to increase traffic to websites. Campaigns can include retargeting visitors with ads that follow them after they have left the website and ensuring that a client’s business is easily found on Google, LinkedIn, Bing
Bryanna and Ralph Altman have lived in the Greater Prince William area since 1993 and are both actively involved in the community. Mr. Altman is the president of the Lake Ridge Rotary Club. Ms. Altman serves as the president of the Prince William Library Foundation. For information about services Computer Doctor provides, visit thecomputerdoctor.biz, or contact Bryanna Altman at 703-670-7766 or via email at bryanna@thecomputerdoctor.biz.
Tracy Shevlin (tshevlin@princewilliamliving.com) is a native Virginian and long-time Manassas area resident. She is a graduate of George Mason University where she is also an office manager. Follow her on Twitter @nvalady1. prince william living October 2017
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Harvest Crafts By Amanda Causey Baity
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he fall is my absolute favorite time of year! I love when the weather starts to change; it reminds me of Friday night football and hot cocoa. I also love getting out the crafting supplies and making something beautiful for the fall season. Enjoy these harvest decor crafts and be sure to share them with us on social media if you make some of your own. I love seeing everyone’s own spin on things! #pwliving (continues on page 24)
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Twine Pumpkin
Mason Jar Lid Pumpkin
Pour white glue into a bowl. You will need about 5-6 tablespoons.
Spray your jar lids with orange spray paint. You can leave them natural colored if that will fit with your decorating scheme or use a different color altogether. Allow them to dry.
Supplies: Twine Cinnamon stick White glue Green spray paint (optional) Plastic wrap Large glass and pencil/pen
Measure about three feet of twine and cut. Measure about 14 inches of twine and cut. Place pieces into the glue and coat well. They do not have to be heavily saturated, just sticky/tacky. Measure a six-inch piece of twine and set aside for later. Wrap the middle piece of twine around the pencil in a spiral. This will be the “leaf.” Wrap the longer piece of twine around the glass covered in plastic wrap. Do not overlap but keep the spiral tight. Allow the twine to dry overnight. Slowly unwrap the twine. It should stay formed into a spiral shape. Take the smaller piece of twine you set aside earlier and loop it through the center of the spirals and tie. Spray paint the small spiral green. Once tied and secure, spread out the stiff twine loops evenly around the center to form a complete pumpkin. Add the cinnamon stick to the center. You can use hot glue if you’d like to secure it better. Then tuck in the green twine spiral. Again, you can hot glue this piece too.
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Supplies: 20-25 jar lids Small piece of twine Cinnamon stick Small piece of burlap Orange & green spray paint
Spray your piece of burlap. You could buy green burlap, but I used what I had on hand. Allow that to dry. Once lids are dry, loop twine through the center and secure tightly with a knot. Spread them out evenly. Add cinnamon stick to the center and tuck in your burlap leaf, which can be hot glued if necessary. The pumpkin wreath is self-explanatory. I purchased orange burlap on sale at my favorite craft store for $3.99. I used a small green wreath base that was purchased at a dollar store. Weave the burlap through the base. I used industrial strength adhesive for the cinnamon stick stem (adds a little hint of fall scents to the project) and a piece of greenery from the yard for the leaf. Amanda Causey Baity (abaity@princewilliamliving.com), Prince William Living’s director of operations and photo editor, also blogs about thrifty family activities on her blog GreenOwlCrafts.com.
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home & hearth Composite Decks, Part 1 By Steve Chapman
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omposite decking has been around a while, and it has come a long way in its 15 years on the market. It now is offered by many brands in numerous color variations. The designs have become beautiful and limitless.
Composite Advantages:
1. No splinters. As wood decks become old and are not maintained, they shrink, warp and splinter. With composite decking, there is no sanding required because there are no splinters. 2. Less maintenance. Anything that sits outside all year long with the dramatic change of seasons we have here in the midAtlantic will get dirty from snow, everyday dirt, pollen, mold and algae and begin to fade, dry out and become brittle. However, an annual maintenance wash will work wonders to keep your beautiful composite deck looking its best.
Composite Disadvantages:
1. Maintenance. The primary issue with composite decking is fading, which requires a special stain to match the original color of the composite deck. Once you get into the routine of staining, you are back at incurring the same cost, or more, as you would for a wooden deck. 2. Internal mold. In the manufacturing process of Trex, the company has used plastic and wood. However, the wood was not treated, so any mold that was in the wood comes to the surface (black blotches). Cleaning will remove the surface mold, but there is mold right below the surface waiting to pop up again. The only remedy is sealing in the mold and staining the Trex decking. 3. Temperature. It is difficult in warm weather to walk barefoot on composite decking as it absorbs the heat and is like hot asphalt. 4. Expense. Composite decking is at least three times more expensive than pressure treated pine. 5. Specialty cleaning. To clean composite correctly, the cleaner should use a specialty composite detergent that will remove the mildew, algae and pollutants. You cannot use high pressure, or you may take the top layer of composite off, which will throw off the color and appearance of the deck. Composite decking cannot be sanded; therefore, a piece of composite damaged from excess pressure will need to be replaced. 6. No forgiveness. If there are stains caused by a grill spill, potted plants rings or different fading patterns, there is no remedy for these issues other than re-staining the deck. Steve Chapman (steve@washmydeck.com) started WashMyDeck.com more than 20 years ago. His company currently has more than 20,000 customers.
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illiam Landay was the executive chef at CJ Finz in Manassas when he started making plans to open a new restaurant. Rather than striking out on his own, he partnered with some very familiar colleagues: CJ Finz owners Jonathan Kibben and Chris Sellers. As the three were in discussions about the where and when of launching a new business, the former owners of Clarke’s Grill & Sports Emporium in Manassas Park contacted Landay about taking over their well-established location. He said he knew immediately that it was time to make the move.
“We weren’t planning on doing it as soon as we did,” he said, “but when this opportunity came up, it was too good to pass up. There was already a regular crowd, the restaurant was within walking distance from many houses, and we already had a big following.” With those pieces in place, the partners set out to define a concept and then build on that to create a name and image. They quickly agreed upon the concept: beer. But not just any beer. “Everyone is trying to do new stuff with beer,” said Landay. “We [wanted to] do big drafts with as much local beer as we could.” In fact, take two steps in the door of their new restaurant, and their devotion to local brews is apparent. The walls are covered with signs from local breweries. And a chalkboard lists the everchanging selections on tap. They usually serve Old Bust Head, BadWolf, Lost Rhino, Ornery, South Street, Devil’s Backbone, and more. After they agreed upon the craft beer focus, the correct name became obvious. “We liked taproom and something we could abbreviate: The Park Tap Room – PTR,” Landay said.
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The Park Tap Room is an upscale-casual restaurant offering traditional American favorites with a locally inspired touch.
And the mission statement was secured: The Park Tap Room, an upscale-casual restaurant offering traditional American favorites with a locally inspired touch, celebrates the American love affair with beer, featuring more than 20 brews focused on local Virginia craft.
Beyond the Beer The owners wanted to create a “Cheers”-like bar, a comfortable neighborhood gathering spot where family and friends can enjoy great food, great spirits and most of all, great memories. Based on Yelp reviews, it’s working. Visitors comment about their favorite dishes, attentive servers and relaxed atmosphere. In the spring, Manassas Park resident Drue Tucker found a PTR
Photos courtesy of The Park Tap Room.
Twenty local Virginia craft beers are the focus of the Park Tap Room’s adult beverage offerings.
Boom Boom Shrimp is the most popular item on the food menu.
flyer tucked in his door. He and his wife decided to try it. Now they’re weekly regulars.
Manassas resident Angelica Holden discovered PTR about three months ago and has become a regular. “My husband and I are here every Sunday and sometimes throughout the week,” she said. “We love it here. The food is great, the service is great, and everyone who works here treats their patrons like family.”
“They have a decent and broad selection of craft brews and solid pub food with a few stand-out choices,” said Tucker. “Service is what makes it a neighborhood joint, without a doubt. You feel like a regular the moment you walk in the door.” Tucker’s favorite menu item is the $11 PTR burger, a fresh patty of 80/20 beef topped with provolone cheese and served with beer-battered onion rings and bonfire sauce on the side. “It is usually the menu item that just gets tossed on because folks expect it to be there,” he said. “But PTR knows its way around the grill. Perfect blend of cuts, cooked meltingly smooth, with your choice of toppings.” Jim Kirkland, of Manassas Park, has tried pretty much every item on the menu. “They keep updating, but our favorites are the fish tacos, Reuben and the skillet cookie,” he said. “It’s pretty impressive for pub food, and there are always new specials to keep the place interesting.” Landay drew upon his experience as an executive chef to create the menu. “The menu is a mix,” he said. “It’s a mix of some of the stuff they had at Clarke’s that everyone liked, plus some fancy bar food.” The most popular item, he said, is the boom boom shrimp, which is 12 crispy fried shrimp tossed in spicy boom boom sauce, for $10. “We also make our own beer cheese, so the beer cheese and pretzels are popular,” he said. “And our build your own mac and cheese has a following; people drive in just to have that. It’s really good, and you can add bacon, tomatoes, onions and chicken.” The cheese and pretzel combo costs $8, and the mac and cheese starts at $14, with add-ons for a nominal fee.
Usually, she said, they go for the Sunday brunch buffet, which is served from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For $11.99, guests choose from omelet and Belgian waffle stations, assorted salads, ham and asparagus quiche, biscuits and gravy, croissants, bacon, sausage, chicken and biscuit sliders, empanadas with southwest red sauce and rice, corned beef hash, and Old Bay home fries. “It’s hard to choose my favorite item, but I love the made-toorder omelets and the salmon,” said Holden. “We still haven’t tried everything!” That’s the kind of review Landay likes to hear. He said his biggest challenge is spreading the word about PTR and getting new visitors in the door. “We’ve been open for two years,” he said. “We are a five-minute drive from Old Town Manassas— it’s not that far. We promise—you’ll like it. Everyone does.” The Park Tap Room is located at 9103 Andrew Drive, Manassas Park. For more information, visit the website at parktaproom.com.
Marianne E. Weaver (mweaver@princewilliamliving.com) is a freelance editor and writer. She earned a BA from the University of Pittsburgh and an MJ from Temple University.
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LIFELONG LEARNING (continued from page 19) for her teaching at both schools and outstanding service to and participation in the community, although she was not a graduate of either school. The association also helps AMVETS, a service organization designed to help veterans and their families; Matthew’s Center, which supports children with autism and their families; and the African Child Care Association, which works to promote the growth and safeguard the interest of quality early childhood care and education through licensed, private providers. Olsen wants to make sure that graduates know that “there is no cost to join, and anyone interested can contact us through email (osbournalumniassociation@gmail.com), Facebook or our website (osbournalumniassociation.org).” Olsen, Barrett and Sproles all agree on the value of the association. They also agree that the number of graduates present for various programs, including the banquet, has declined. According to Sproles, “In years past, we had 250 to 300 people in attendance. We had trouble finding a place big enough to meet. Now we have about a hundred, and they largely represent members from the 1960s and ’70s.”
“We have to get younger people involved,” Barrett says, by promoting the organization and reaching out to graduates. “Some graduates have never heard of it,” Sproles adds. “We can do more.” While the officers and board are aware of lower numbers, they are also committed to programs like the raffle and other outreach opportunities to ensure that the state’s oldest alumni organization will be around for a long, long time. Given their energy, drive and commitment, the OHS/OPHS Alumni Association is here to stay. Dan Verner (dverner@princewilliamliving.com) is the author of several books (danverner.com) and was named “Best Writer in Prince William County (Virginia)” for 2014 and 2015 by readers in a “Best of Prince William” poll taken by Prince William Today.
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calendar Prince William Half Marathon
Sun. Oct. 1 | 7 a.m. Jiffy Lube Live 7800 Cellar Door Drive, Bristow The race start is staged at Jiffy Lube Live, and runners will make their way to, and travel through, the Manassas National Battlefield. For more information on the activities, and to register to participate in it, go to princewilliamhalf.com.
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First Friday
Fri. Oct. 6 | 6 – 9 p.m. Historic Downtown Manassas Enjoy the variety of shops and restaurants in Historic Downtown Manassas.
IWALK for ACTS 5K and Family Festival
Sat. Oct. 7 | 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center 14900 Potomac Town Pl., Woodbridge Action in Community Through Service (ACTS) and Image Church are partnering to host the 7th Annual IWALK for ACTS at Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center. To register for IWALK, visit iwalkforacts. com or e-mail iwalk@imagechurch.com for more information.
35th Annual Manassas Fall Jubilee
Sat. Oct. 7 | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Historic Downtown Manassas This year’s Jubilee will include an assortment of fun for both kids and adults
with over 100 crafter and community booths, live music and entertainment, and more! The Fall Jubilee is free to the public. Stop by the museum lawn for more fun! There will be a Beer & Wine Garden to take a break and sample delicious drinks.
WMZQ Fall Fest Featuring Thomas Rhett: Home Team Tour 2017
Sat. Oct. 7 | 5 p.m. Jiffy Lube Live 7800 Cellar Door Drive, Bristow Performers include Thomas Rhett, Dan + Shay and Walker Hayes. Tickets: livenation.com/events/698676-oct-7-2017wmzq-fall-fest-featuring-thomas-rhetthome-team-tour-2017
First Annual Old Bridge Road Clean-up
Mon. Oct. 9 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Tackett’s Mill Shopping Center (Lake Side) 2228 Tackett’s Mill Drive, Woodbridge Please join the Occoquan District Supervisor’s Office and Keep Prince William Beautiful in helping clean up Old Bridge Road! Groups, Families and individuals are encouraged to sign up. A thank-you lunch will be held at 12 noon. For more information, contact the Occoquan District Supervisor’s Office: occoquan@pwcgov.org or 703-792-4136.
Prince William Living Network – After Hours Tues. Oct. 10 | 5:30 – 7 p.m. Brew Republic Bierwerks 15201 Potomac Town Pl., Woodbridge Join our Network! Meet the people behind the award-winning magazine, Prince William Living. Enjoy non-alcoholic beverages and light appetizers. Start a tab and make plans to stay for dinner! RSVP princewilliamliving.com/network.
Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center PetOberfest
Sat. Oct. 14 | 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center 15151 Potomac Town Pl., Woodbridge Attend and enjoy free family and pet friendly activities including: a pet parade/ costume contest, pet-friendly exhibitors, children’s entertainment, store discounts,
prizes, and much more. Pet photo booth donations will benefit the Prince William SPCA. All pets in attendance must be leashed. For event and exhibitor information, visit sptcpetoberfest.com.
Battle of Bristoe Station Anniversary Weekend Tours and Luminary
Sat. Oct. 14 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sun. Oct 15 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park 10708 Bristow Rd., Bristow Tour a Civil War encampment, watch artillery firing demonstrations, and tour the site of the third and final battle that took place in Prince William County. On Saturday evening, visit the battlefield for a rare treat to see over 2,000 luminary candles, one for every soldier who died at Bristoe Station. For more information, call 703-366-3049.
Manassas Chorale: A Hylton Home Companion II
Sat. Oct. 14 | 7:30 p.m. Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas The Chorale takes a page from Prairie Home Companion with a variety of songs and skits in a radio show format. So well received was the last performance of this kind at the Hylton Center, the Chorale reprises the popular format with all new music! Singers, soloists, instrumentalists, and announcers combine forces for an evening you won’t want to miss. Tickets: hyltoncenter.org.
Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel
Sun. Oct. 15 | 2 p.m. Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas Experience the joys of classical music as Jeffrey Siegel returns to Merchant Hall with his signature Keyboard Conversations program. This unique “concert with commentary” format is an opportunity to hear the finest piano literature performed by an extraordinary artist who also shares fascinating insights and background information about each work. Tickets: hyltoncenter.org.
Have an event? Visit princewilliamliving.com/events to submit details to our online calendar.
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Prince William Living’s Lunch with the Publisher
Wed. Oct. 18 | 11:30 a.m. Prince William Chamber of Commerce 9720 Capital Ct., #203, Manassas 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, creating visibility packages that increase your reach to targeted consumers, and focusing on your message. Lunch provided by Okra’s. RSVP at princewilliamliving. com/lunchwiththepublisher.
Manassas Ballet Theatre: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
Fri. Oct. 20 | 7:30 p.m. Sat. Oct. 21 | 7:30 p.m. Sun. Oct. 22 | 3 p.m. Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas Just in time for Halloween, this spinechilling performance by Manassas Ballet Theatre thrills with all-original choreography and an international cast of dancers. Accompanied by live orchestra, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow remains true to the original tale of a haunting legend that plays across the stage to a tragic end. Tickets: hyltoncenter.org.
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Sat. Oct. 21 | 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Harris Pavilion 9201 Center St., Manassas Join the Walk to End Alzheimer’s! It is the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Event Web Site: act.alz.org/site/TR?fr_ id=10425&pg=entry.
Insane Inflatable 5K
Sat. Oct. 28 Prince William County Fairgrounds 10624 Dumfries Rd., Manassas From start to finish the Insane Inflatable 5K is like nothing you’ve ever experienced before. When we say INSANE, we mean it. As one of our participants said, “When you drive up and see the enormosity of the inflatables, it’s crazy.” For more
information, and to register, please go to insaneinflatable5k.com/.
Occoquan Greenway Trail – Ten Year Anniversary Hike
Sat. Oct. 28 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Lake Ridge Park 12373 Cotton Mill Rd., Lake Ridge We will hike about seven miles, beginning at Lake Ridge Park and ending in the Town of Occoquan about three hours later. Transportation back to your car at Lake Ridge Park is provided. RSVP required to alliance@pwconserve.org or 703-499-4954.
Spirits of Manassas
Sat. Oct. 28 | 7 – 8 p.m. Manassas Museum 9101 Prince William St., Manassas From the weird to the sublime, from the funny to the scary, ghosts, apparitions and other unexplained or coincidental actions and accounts are common to the Manassas area. Learn and share some of these with your friends and family. To purchase tickets visit Echoes Online Store, call 703-368-1873 or visit Echoes, the Manassas Museum store.
Manassas Symphony Orchestra: Silver Celebration Sat. Oct. 28 | 7:30 p.m. Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas The MSO kicks off its Silver Anniversary Season with favorite repertoires from 25 years of performances. This program features returning fellow American prizewinning piano soloist Anthony Michael Cornet and concludes with Beethoven’s blissful Symphony No. 7. Tickets: hyltoncenter.org.
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