Good Morning Prince William – The Brentsville Courthouse Historic Center needs volunteers on Saturday, May 4th from 9am-12noon to spread mulch along the nature trail. Please wear sturdy shoes, bring water, gloves and bug spray. Please register by calling (703) 365-7895.
· The Virginia Cooperative Extension Juvenile Justice Parenting Program invites parents of troubled teens to their next training to help you find help, encouragement and supportive parenting tools and techniques. The cost is $40 to cover class materials. The next session is on Wednesdays, May 1-June 19th 7:30-9: 30 pm at the Ferlazzo building. Please email them for more info and to register for the class at: [email protected].
· The wonderful folks at Serve Our Willing Warriors need House Prep volunteers to prepare the Retreat homes for visiting veterans and their families. With two Retreat houses available, there’s plenty of work to do, and it’s a wonderful way to thank our veterans for their sacrifices. SOWW will also be holding a series of Beautification Days to spruce up the property for their guests. Please visit https://willingwarriors.org/ or email [email protected] to learn more. The volunteer orientations are scheduled for May 3rd, 10am-11: 30 am, May 16th, 7-8pm and May 31 st 10-11:30 am.
· CASA needs volunteers to be advocates for abused or neglected kids, please come to one of their monthly information sessions to learn more. Please email JoAnn at [email protected] to learn more.
· Youth for Tomorrow needs volunteers to work with the kids either as mentors for both boys and girls or share your hobby with the kids on weekends. Do you like dancing, cooking, singing, golf, crochet, arts and crafts then consider sharing your fun with a kid? Please visit their website at: yftva.com for the volunteer registration form.
· The American Heart Association needs volunteers at the next race on Saturday, June 8th sponsored by Lawyers have Heart at The Washington Harbour in Georgetown. Tasks include start /finish line assistance, registration, water stops, and post-race party. Please visit their website at lawyershaveheartdc.org to learn more.
· Novant UVA Health System needs volunteers in their surgical services at the Manassas and Haymarket hospitals. They also need volunteers at the Aubergine Thrift Store in Old Town Manassas. Come be part of the team benefitting the community. Please call (571) 284-1278 or visit their website at: novanthealthuva.org/giving/volunteering to learn more.
· Area Agency on Aging needs volunteers to deliver Meals on Wheels mid-day in both the Manassas and Woodbridge communities. Meals are delivered Monday – Friday. They also need volunteer activity assistants at the Adult Day Healthcare Center for fun activities such as chess, checkers, dominos, and bingo and play musical instruments. Please visit their website at: pwcgov.org/government/dept/aaa/pages/volunteer for more info.
· Prince William County needs volunteers age 16+ for their Shred Day at Chris Yung Elementary School on Saturday, May 4th. , 9am-1pm. please email Deborah at: [email protected] to learn more.
· Virginia Cooperative Extension Financial Education Program is having their next train the trainer class called Money, Your Goals on Friday, May 3rd at the McCoart Building from 9am-1pm. This tool kit will give you all the skills to help others with their financial goals. Please register at: bit.ly/2YMYGRegistration3.
· The Sweet Julia Grace Foundation needs volunteers for their Field Day at the Farm Brewery on Saturday, May 18th. Come help with check-in, assist with games or clean-up. Volunteers 10 and older are welcome with an adult or age 14+ without! Please visit their website at: sweetjuliagrace.org for more info.
· Walk MS Manassas needs volunteers for the walk on Saturday, May 4 9am-12 noon with registration, set-up, photography, singing the National Anthem and cheerleading. Please call Lexi at (202) 375-5615 for more info.
· Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 4th for the Annual Comcast Cares Day. This year Leadership Prince William will fix up the ARC Child Care Center in Dale City. They need tons of volunteers to help with this cause. Please visit their website at:leadershipprincewilliam.org/comcast-cares-day/ for all the info and to register for this event.
· The Tough Mudder is coming to Silver Lake in Haymarket on June 1st & 2nd. This team-oriented 8-10 mile obstacle course will have thousands of participants. Volunteers are needed in lots of locations and duties. You won’t want to miss this fun event. Please visit their website to learn more at https://toughmudder.com/events/volunteer-information. You can also email [email protected] for more information. This event is hosted by the PWC Office of Tourism.
· The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program is looking for volunteers’ age 55+ to deliver noon meals through the Meals on Wheels Program. Shifts are just 2-3 hours and available in throughout the greater area. RSVP members receive mileage reimbursement and additional insurance coverage at no cost to the volunteer. Please call Jan at (571) 292-5307 to learn more.
· Leesylvania State Park needs volunteers for their monthly shoreline cleanups to pick up trash and driftwood. The next work day is May 18th. Kids age 7+ with a parent are welcome! Please register by calling the visitor center at (703) 583-6904 so they have your name to waive the entry fee of the park.
If you are looking for other opportunities, please don’t forget to call my wonderful team at Volunteer Prince William. Jan can help you with the Retired and Senior Volunteer (RSVP) opportunities at (703) 369-5292 ext. 1, Shelley can help with any individual or group projects and send you weekly updates if you’d like. Shelley is at (703) 369-5292 ext. 2, and Bonnie can help you with opportunities available in Disaster Preparedness at (703) 369-5292 ext. 3. Please visit our website at volunteerprincewilliam.org.
Thanks so much for all you do in our community.
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A Night on the Riviera
Experience a magical evening at the Embassy of France with A Night on the Riviera, an event that will transport you to the glamour of the French Riviera while celebrating the vibrant spirit of Mardi Gras!
Indulge in an exquisite selection of French wines and champagne, paired with the finest French cuisine prepared by the talented Chef of the Embassy of France. Additionally, Chef Hugh Cossard will be carving ham live, ensuring freshness and exceptional flavor. Don’t miss out on the authentic French crêpes, made to order and sure to transport you straight to the streets of Nice.
For those seeking an extra touch of exclusivity, the VIP experience includes unlimited champagne, adding an extra layer of sophistication to this festive celebration.
Travel to French soil and join us for a night filled with two of the most beloved French traditions—no plane ticket required! ?
On January 25th, we invite you to experience the magic of Galette des Rois, a 700-year-old tradition celebrated across France throughout the entire month of January (and even beyond!). This sweet, almond-filled puff pastry topped with a golden crown isn’t just a treat—it’s a celebration! The lucky person who finds the fève (a porcelain charm hidden in one of the slices) becomes the King or Queen for the Day, and don’t worry—there will be plenty of royalty to go around! ??
But that’s not all! In France, Les Voeux (New Year’s wishes) continue throughout January, often accompanied by Champagne and good cheer. We’re bringing that festive spirit to you, with a lively evening packed with French food, wine, and music.
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