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Manassas Hosts First Friday Event

Manassas is set to host its monthly First Friday event tonight, July 5, 2024, in Historic Downtown Manassas. The event will run from 6 to 9 p.m.

The event will feature various promotions and offers from local restaurants, cafes, and stores. Attendees can expect live music, food, and drinks, providing an opportunity to enjoy the downtown atmosphere with family and friends.

The Designated Outdoor Refreshment Areas (D.O.R.A.) will be active from 5:30  to 9:30 p.m., allowing attendees to enjoy beverages while exploring downtown.

The event aims to unite the community for an evening of entertainment and support for local businesses. Organizers look forward to seeing residents and visitors come out to experience Historic Downtown Manassas’s offerings.

Fridays at 5 Event in Prince William County (Potomac Local Sponsor — Please support this event. Thank You)

In addition to First Friday, Prince William County is hosting the “Fridays at 5” event, which will feature a performance by Uncle Drew & the Scoundrels from 5 to 9 p.m.

“Fridays at 5” offers live music, food, and beverages, allowing the community to gather and enjoy the start of the weekend. The event is family-friendly and aims to create a safe and welcoming environment for attendees.

Both events offer a chance for residents and visitors to enjoy local entertainment and support community businesses. Whether in Manassas or Prince William County, there are plenty of options for an enjoyable evening out.

FredVends Artisan Market in Fredericksburg

For those interested in unique and handmade items, the FredVends Artisan Market will take place in Fredericksburg’s Hurkamp Park from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. This market features a variety of local artisans showcasing their crafts and goods, offering visitors a chance to purchase one-of-a-kind items.

Both events offer a chance for residents and visitors to enjoy local entertainment and support community businesses. Whether in Manassas, Prince William County, or Fredericksburg, there are plenty of options for an enjoyable evening out.

Bonus event for your weekend: Barley Naked Liberty Music Festival

On Saturday, July 6, 2024, the Barley Naked Liberty Music Festival will take place from noon to 9 p.m. The festival will feature live music from the Tuff Luck Band, Lonesome Ryder, and b?n Soul Band. Attendees can enjoy food from various food trucks, including USA BBQ, Maria Cheryl’s Tacos, Mazedaar, UFO Food Truck, and Sweet Izzy’s Kettle Corn. The event promises a full day of entertainment and celebration in honor of Independence Day.

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Inspired by local physicians who were among the nation’s first to adopt the concierge medicine model, Northern Virginia is now a hub for its surging popularity. These leading physicians are redefining the patient experience with same-day appointments, direct availability, unhurried visits, and deeply personalized care:

After almost 40 years in practice, Manassas-based Internist John Cary, MD’s change to concierge medicine enabled focused attention for each individual, and the launch of his innovative diet program for those with type 2 diabetes. “The goal is to promote enough weight loss to reach an acceptable A1C of 6% with no medication,” he explains. “Achieving that can take several months of very close follow up. As I tell my patients, we are in this together.”

Jay Tyroler, MD considers his patients quite literally as family. “I believe there’s nothing more honorable than helping patients when they’re sick, or scared, or feeling vulnerable, and I care for them exactly as I would my loved ones.” Whether for a specialist referral, urgent health issue or ongoing follow up, “My patients know I’m always just a phone call away.”

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