Watch LIVE video of the Steak ‘N’ Stake
8:45 p.m.
Former C.D.HyltonHigh SchoolPrincipal wins Betty Covington Educator of the Year Award.
8:30 p.m.
Prince William Boys and Girls Club staff recognized at during a standing ovation.
8:15 p.m.
Dinner portion of the program underway,Covingtonback on stage. In house audience given a chance to win a diamond to be found at the bottom of a champagne glass, for a $50 donation.
7:42 p.m.
Host Betty Covington on living in an era of text messaging: You young people look like squirrels when you’re texting on the phone.
7:40 p.m.
Dinner about to be served. Donations for the Boys and Girls Clubs Send A Kid to Camp summer drive are being accepted at their website.
7:25 p.m.
Covingtonrecognizes several elected officials who came to tonight’s dinner.
7:20 p.m.
Prince William Potomac District School Board Representative Betty Covington takes stage: Prince William Boys and Girls Clubs been serving the county for more than 20 years.
6:15 p.m.
People are beginning to show up for the silent auction portion of the show.
6:15 p.m.
Just finished the rehearsal with students who will interview Boys and Girls Club members past and present, during the silent auction portion of tonight’s event. Video will be posted to our site later.
4:40 p.m.
Kitchen Gourmet is placing brownies on the more than 30 dinner tables in the dining hall. All of the seats at tonight’s event have sold out at cost of $1,000 per table.
3;15 p.m.
Welcome to our live blog for our coverage of the 23rd Annual Prince William / Manassas Boys and Girls Club Steak ‘N’ Stake Charity Dinner.
More than 400 people are expected to fill the gymnasium here the Manassas Club to pay tribute to the girls and boys who benefit from the club, local businesses who generously donate their time and money to the cause, and community members who help make the club – and their neighborhoods – a better place to live, learn, and play.
It’s just after 3 p.m. and crews are still working to put the finishing touches on the dinner tables, where those in attendance tonight will dine on a steak dinner.
Waiting for the participants is a booklet filled with information about the programs and work that is done here at the clubs, and a bottle of water to quench their thirst.
Hosting the program tonight will be Prince William County Potomac District School Board Representative Betty Covington, who also brought her humor to last year’s Steak ‘N’ Stake and got lots of laughs.
Doors are expected to open to the public at 6 p.m. to a silent auction, where attendees can see children Boys and Girls Club members interviewing other club members about their successes. PotomacLocal.com is shooting video of those interviews and will have them posted on our site following the event.
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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.
What’s in store:
Experience the passion and drama of Puccini’s “The Girl from the Golden West”.
Featuring special guest musicians from The Chesapeake Youth Orchestra,
this performance brings Puccini’s masterpiece to life with an extraordinary cast.
