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Making the Most of Prince William Living
Online – On Demand Are you an advertiser with Prince William Living or interested in becoming one? Now online, our publisher Rebecca Barnes will help you discover how to “Make the Most of Prince William Living.” Meet the people behind greater Prince William’s premier lifestyle magazine. Visit princewilliamliving.com/ lunchwiththepublisher. novemberTrivia Night in the Republic Tuesdays | 7 to 9 p.m. Brew Republic Bierwerks 15201 Potomac Town Place, Woodbridge Are you a wealth of random information? Do you enjoy drinking beer and competing against others to win fabulous prizes? Brew Republic Bierworks and Trivia Kings put your knowledge to the test. Teams are welcome and encouraged (but certainly not required). Format includes music, picture, and weekly theme rounds with interactive participation. City of Manassas Farmers Market Thursdays | 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Harris Pavilion 9201 Center St., Manassas Saturdays | 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Commuter Car Park 9024 Prince William St., Manassas The City of Manassas Farmers Market will be held Thursdays at the Harris Pavilion and on Saturdays at the Commuter Car Park. Prince William Farmers Market Thursdays | 3 to 7 p.m. Stadium 7 County Complex Court, Woodbridge The Prince William Farmers Market started up on April 7. Potomac Mills Fun Markets
Saturdays | 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Potomac Mills Mall – Commuter Lot 2700 Potomac Mills Circle, Woodbridge Fun Markets’ novel approach and modern-spin on the old 386-year-old farmers' market model makes it unique. Their Multi-Niche Market™ takes the best of your favorite open-air markets and combines them all. A fusion of the traditional Farmers Markets with an Arts and Photography Show, Craft Fair, Food Truck Park, Bake Sale, Community Fundraiser, Local Service Expo, Start-up Accelerator, and Kid-Entrepreneur Showcases in one venue. There’s also free live entertainment, magic shows, Latinballroom dance classes, aerobic dance classes, and more.
Dale City Farmers Market
Sundays | 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dale City Commuter Lot 14090 Gemini Way, Dale City The Dale City Farmers Market, run by the Prince William County Department of Parks & Recreation, has operated since 1987.
Prince William Living’s Giving Back Awards
Tues. Nov. 1 | 5:30 to 7 p.m. Sweeney Barn 9310 Discovery Blvd., Manassas Once a year, we invite our readers to nominate outstanding nonprofit organizations in Prince William County, Manassas, and Manassas Park for our “Giving Back Awards.” We use a combination of public nominations and evaluation by PWL judges to determine the winners. Join us as we celebrate our 2022 winners and nominees
First Friday: Gallery Walk
Fri. Nov. 4 | 6 to 9 p.m. Historic Downtown Manassas Visit the art galleries in Historic Downtown Manassas on the First Friday Fall Gallery Walk. McCall Studio First Friday Event
Fri. Nov. 4 | 6 to 9 p.m. McCall Studio Gallery 9409 Battle Street, Manassas McCall Studio hosts an event every first Friday of the month. Come for music, art, and refreshments!
Sat. Nov. 5 | 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre 12229 Bristow Road, Bristow For Native American Heritage Month in November, “Into The Woods” explores the mystical power the woods held over both the Europeans and Eastern Woodland indigenous peoples of the American continent in the 17th and 18th centuries. Learn how mutual fear and respect for the endless forests dictated complicated rituals and delicate treaties that were mediated by a wide range of characters, the go-betweens and negotiators that thrived in this dark, formidable wilderness.
Northern Virginia Veterans Parade
Sat. Nov. 5 | 11 a.m. to noon Historic Downtown Manassas The 13th annual Northern Virginia Veterans Parade will honor local residents U.S. Army Retired Colonel Ulysses Xerxes "Xerk" White and World War II Nurse Elizabeth Lewis as the grand marshals. The parade is dedicated to all service members past, present, and future. The route will follow Center Street and pass the reviewing stand at the Harris Pavilion.
Fall Family Fun Night
Sat. Nov. 5 | 6 to 8 p.m. Manassas Park Community Center 99 Adams Street, Manassas Park Bring your family for a night of games, s’mores, hayrides, and more! Be sure to dress appropriately for the weather. Space is limited, pre-registration is required: 703-335-8872.
Thurs. Nov. 10 | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Heritage Hunt Clubhouse 6901 Arthur Hills Drive, Gainesville A holiday arts & crafts fair featuring original one-of-a-kind creations such as jewelry, sun catchers, baby items, wearable art, pottery, holiday decorations, wood, and paintings.
Full Steam Ahead Writing Workshop
Sat. Nov. 12 | 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Clearbrook Center of the Arts 2230 Tacketts Mill Drive #B, Lake Ridge Write by the Rails annual in-person Fall Workshop — you won’t want to miss it! A packed schedule of speakers and panels, with time to network, write, and read. More information: wbtr.org.
Family Day: Thank You for Your Service
Sat. Nov. 12 | 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. National Museum of the Marine Corps 1775 Semper Fidelis Way, Triangle The National Museum of the Marine Corps will have special activities and programs in honor of Veterans Day. Participants will enjoy patriotic-themed crafts, “Crack the Code” activities, and information on how to create your very own care package!
HolidayFest
Sat. Nov. 19 daily through Sun. Dec. 11 Historic Occoquan With the town entirely decorated, the holidays are a special time in Occoquan and HolidayFest is fun for the whole family! Annual events include the tree lighting, shopping, giveaways, a holiday artisan market, and a gingerbread house contest.
Rippon Lodge Game Day
Sat. Nov. 19 | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rippon Lodge Historic Site 15520 Blackburn Road, Woodbridge Come play both period and holiday games in the last of Rippon Lodge's Game Day series. Charades and a scavenger hunt with a pre-holiday twist are scheduled for enjoyment. Groups of four or more are encouraged join in the family fun. Space is limited. Activities may not be suitable for children under 5.
Potomac People: Indigenous Tribes of Eastern Prince William
Sat. Nov. 19 | 9 to 10:30 a.m. Neabsco Creek Boardwalk 15125 Blackburn Drive, Woodbridge Before Europeans came to the area now known as Prince William County, the Doegs inhabited the local region. For Native American Heritage Month, rediscover the Algonquian Nation during this special Boardwalk tour. Learn how they lived and thrived along the coastal plains of the Potomac and what happened to them after European Settlement. The group will meet at the Neabsco Creek Boardwalk Parking Lot on Blackburn Road under the picnic shelter. Leashed pets are welcome to join; not all parts of the hike are accessible for wheelchairs. Space is limited. Guests should wear sunscreen and bug spray, plus bring bottled water.
Cooking a 19th-Century Thanksgiving Meal
Sat. Nov. 19 | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ben Lomond Historic Site 10321 Sudley Manor Drive, Manassas Take advantage of this unique opportunity to help prepare a holiday meal using techniques and equipment commonly used in the 19th century. From roasting meat and dressing using a reflector oven, to baking bread and desserts, boiling vegetables in cast iron pots, learn how food was prepared using authentic Victorian recipes. Come dressed appropriately for the weather. Advance registration required: 703-367-7872.
Stop the Violence Event
Sat. Nov. 19 | 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Dr. A.J. Ferlazzo Building 15941 Donald Curtis Drive, Woodbridge Sponsored by Powermax Company, a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization, building stronger communities, while providing tools, resources, and events that help educate and foster unity for our families. Guest speakers, free food, fun, vendors, and more!
Stonebridge Tree Lighting
Fri. Nov. 25 | 6 to 8 p.m. Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center 15201 Potomac Town Place, Woodbridge It’s the Annual Tree Lighting. FREE family friendly activities with a donation of canned good for ACTS. Activities include live entertainment, selfies with Santa, games, prizes, giveaways, and more! Holiday Tree near Not Your Average Joe’s.
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