Are you ready WOODBRIDGE? Do you love thrilling, wicked, sexy, or even dangerous things? Be ready to escape to a new world! Paranormal Cirque will expose you to a unique creation of combined theatre, circus, and cabaret with a new European style flare. Cirque Italia is now presenting a brand-new show for a mature audience!
This innovative horror story features different shades of sexy and an incomparable storyline – the only thing you can be sure of during this unique experience is that you will not know what to expect! It might be hard to divide reality and illusion! Are you intrigued yet? Dare to let yourself get wicked for one night under our Big TOP and live on the edge with Paranormal Cirque show! You will fall into a parallel world and end up surrounded by monstrous creatures with hidden talents that will amaze you with the circus arts.
Even from a distance you need be careful……….our dark “CASTLE” (also known as the Big Top) has been known to mesmerize many with its swirling Black and Red hypnotic colors. Be prepared as soon as you step through our welcoming Entrance gates to experience our unrivaled pre-show which is like no other. We welcome you into this sensually thrilling and chilling environment which employs mysterious creatures to help you to your seats for a two-hour hypnotizing and enchanted show.
The latest trends of the industry are challenged with every Cirque Italia appearance and this 3rd unit is not going to be any different. A careful casting selection has united the best artists from all over the world. Cirque Italia believes in multi-culturalism as one of our strongest assets. Just a few of the circus arts you can expect to see in this new production include the jaw-dropping Wheel of Death, mystifying magic, a woman hanging high in the air – but only by her hair, 6 men on a horizontal pole (yes ladies, you read that correctly……….), the infamous cyr wheel, and the always sexy yet dangerous silks. Our new third unit also follows our strict animal-free policy.
The Italian entrepreneur Manuel Rebecchi, President and Owner of Cirque Italia, combined his vision with the flawless direction of the COO, Chanté DeMoustes, and has turned this once romantic project idea into a successful production known and acclaimed all over the country. Rebecchi wanted to create a show to cater to an adult audience where viewers could escape to another world. His desire to challenge and reinvent the concept of circus is a unique quality that audience members appreciate! Demoustes focused on this idea of reinvention when creating the new look for Paranormal Cirque. She says that “There are many hidden details, and when one experiences this show it will be unforgettable.”
Paranormal Cirque is a crazy yet fun fusion between circus, theatre, and cabaret, all working in perfect harmony and resulting in the evolution of a show that takes you into a world of dreams…….. or perhaps more accurately a world of nightmares and fantasies. Fear, amusement, and surprise are only a few of the ingredients from our potion we use to give you a mixture of emotions that will be impossible to forget. This is truly a Paranormal experience like no other.
For more information visit www.paranormalcirque.com and make sure to check all our social media accounts. Tickets can be purchased now starting at $10.00-$50.00 depending on availability. Restricted – under 18 requires accompanying parent or guardian. This show has adult language and material. Paranormal Cirque is offering a special promotion: $5.00 off any full priced ticket purchased in levels 1, 2, or 3. This offer cannot be combined with any other offers, discounts or deals. Please call 941-704-8572 to get the promo code for your location.
When: November 15-18
Where: 2700 Potomac Mills Circle, Woodbridge VA 22192
At: Potomac Mills
Located: Marshalls
- In the parking lot
—Under the stunning Black & Red Big Top Tent
- Nov 15 – Thursday: 7:30pm
- Nov 16 – Friday: 6:30pm & 9:30pm
- Nov 17 – Saturday: 6:30pm & 9:30pm
- Nov 18 – Sunday: 5:30pm & 8:30pm
Box office hours:
The box office opens on-site on Tuesday, the week of the show.
Non-show days: 10am – 6pm
On show days: 10am – 10pm
You can purchase tickets through our website (paranormalcirque.com/tickets) or by phone: (941) 704-8572
At the Community Center, one of our goals is to create and host a variety of events for families to come together as a community. This fall season, we have prepared a number of fun events for everyone!
To get into the spirit of Halloween, we’ve created a pumpkin patch in our pool! Our Floating Gourd Night takes place on October 19. Children will jump into the pool, find a pumpkin they like, and decorate it. Pack a swimsuit! This event is a perfect way to get children, and maybe even yourself, into the Halloween spirit!
Continuing with the fall spirit, our Fall Family Fun Night is filled with all kinds of themed activities for everyone! On October 20, visit us to take part in this family favorite celebration. We will have hayrides around the Community Center, as well as a variety of hands-on activities for children. We’ll finish out the night gathering around the bonfire and roasting s’mores. Pre-registration for this event is highly recommended, so be sure to reserve a spot for your family.
We’ll finish off our fall celebrations with our favorite fall event – Trunk or Treat! On Halloween day, pirates, ghouls, superheroes, and other creatures will come out to get Halloween treats at the Community Center! Vendors will line up their spooky-themed vehicles and hand out candy. This is a fun and safe alternative to trick-or-treating while enjoying costumes, music, and more!
Fall is all about family togetherness and being thankful, and we are thankful to be able to share our events with the community. If you have any questions regarding any of our fall events and programs, feel free to give us a call. See you soon!
The Manassas Park Community Center is located at 99 Adams Street in Manassas Park, VA. Managed by the City of Manassas Park Department of Parks and Recreation, the facility is home to basketball courts, a swimming pool, wellness areas, special events, and recreational classes. For more information visit us at www.ManassasParkCommunityCenter.com or call at 703-335-8872.
WOODBRIDGE — Velocity Urgent Care is pleased to announce its newest walk-in urgent center in Woodbridge, Virginia at the Intersection of Daisy Reid Avenue and Prince William Parkway, just 1 mile west of Old Bridge Road. The center will open for business on September 3, 2018, at 4565 Daisy Reid Avenue. Velocity is eager to serve the needs of Woodbridge and Prince William County with the first of multiple planned new centers in Northern Virginia.
Velocity Urgent Care features on-site digital x-ray, EKG, a basic menu of laboratory services, and its clinicians provide a full complement of urgent care services for unexpected injury and illness. Velocity Urgent care is focused on the delivery of fast, quality and cost-effective health care for conditions that cannot wait for a primary care appointment but are not medical emergencies. Common conditions treated include flu symptoms, coughs, earaches, headaches, sprains, strains, fractures, minor cuts, scrapes, and rashes. Most insurance plans are accepted, including Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare, and there is also a “no surprises” self-pay option.
What differentiates Velocity Urgent Care from “run-of-the-mill” urgent care centers is its focus on what’s important to the patient. “We put patients first in everything we do,” said Alan Ayers, Chief Executive Officer. “We know today’s health care consumer is extremely busy and nobody has time to be sick, so our goal is to get you back to ‘life’ as quickly as possible.”
As a partner with Sentara Healthcare, Velocity Urgent Care works with primary care physicians, providing a copy of the patient’s chart with authorization, and maintains referral relationships with local specialists and facilities for patients who require a higher level of care. “The partnership between Velocity Urgent Care and Sentara Healthcare improves access, coordination, and affordability of care in Prince William County,” said Kathie Johnson, President of Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center.
Velocity’s first Woodbridge location will be open 7-days-a-week from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. Wi-fi and refreshments are available. Patients seeking care can simply walk in or reserve their spot online at www.velocityuc.com.
About Velocity Urgent Care
Velocity Urgent Care currently has 13 locations across Virginia including Williamsburg, Virginia Beach (3), Carrolton, Gloucester, Newport News, Norfolk (2), South Boston, and Suffolk with additional locations planned. Each center provides high-quality, walk-in medical for illness or injury that cannot wait for a primary care appointment but not severe enough to warrant an emergency room visit. Licensed medical providers treat the flu, strep throat, rashes, dehydration, ear infections, concussions, sprains, strains, minor fractures and more. For more information, visit velocityuc.com.
The Manassas Park Community Center is devoted to bringing quality programs to families. Our Preschool has been a staple program for years. We had the chance to sit with two of our Preschool teachers, Arely Angel and Ragan Rohland, to discuss key points about the program.
Angel has seven years of experience working at the Manassas Park Community Center. She has a CDA (Child Development Associate) certificate, along with over 50 college credits on Early Childhood Education. She is currently working towards her Associate’s Degree. Rohland has six years of experience in early childhood development. She began her career at the Community Center working in Kids Korner, which is a childcare option for parents as they take part in various classes. After a few months, she transitioned to the Preschool division while obtaining an Early Childhood Certificate and an Associate’s Degree. They participated in numerous continuing education opportunities to aid in the growth of our Preschool program.
“Our Preschool program is a licensed and Virginia Quality rated program. Our curriculum emphasizes recreation with creative programs that encourage participation,” shared Angel. When asked about the importance of preschool, Rohland said “Preschool is an extremely important aspect of growth and development for children by preparing them for school. Within preschool, there is a focus on the developmental domains to help them transition into kindergarten.” Referring to specific aspects in the curriculum, Angel emphasized, “Children learn the value of education and respecting others’ thoughts and opinions. They also learn the value of self-awareness and confidence. Lastly, they learn the value of community, family, and independence.”
We prepare our classroom to create a welcoming, safe, and age-appropriate environment for our students by childproofing doorknobs and disinfecting all surfaces. It’s important to note that our classrooms are a peanut-free zone!
When asked about other events outside of the regular curriculum, Rohland said, “We host several events during the school year that promote community and family involvement. The first few Preschool events we have are the Pumpkin Patch, Harvest Dinner, and the Holiday Party. Spring events start with our Valentine’s Day Party, Easter Egg Hunt, Mother’s Day tea, Donuts with Dad, our Pool Party. At the end of the school year, we have our Senior Preschool Graduation to celebrate our kids.”
Applications for Preschool are accepted year round! If you have any questions regarding the program, contact Sue Jurjevic via email at [email protected] or Arely Angel at [email protected].
The Manassas Park Community Center is located at 99 Adams Street in Manassas Park, VA. Managed by the City of Manassas Park Department of Parks and Recreation, the facility is home to basketball courts, a swimming pool, wellness areas, special events, and recreational classes. For more information visit us at www.ManassasParkCommunityCenter.com or call at 703-335-8872.
Gary Caruthers is used to using his voice to inspire, motivate and encourage. Usually, it’s a message associated with the bible, but these days he’s using his gift to educate about the dangers of stroke.
Caruthers’ life changed on a Thursday morning in April.
“I got up around 8 o’clock and got a phone call. In the process of that call, my speech became slurred, and somewhere during that conversation I hung up, stood up. I knew something was off,” remembers Gary.
Brenda, Gary’s wife of 47 years, knew instantly something was wrong.
“He was staggering around. When he tried to talk, his speech was slurred. I said, ‘Gary, what’s wrong with you? And he said, ‘I don’t know. I know I’m not talking right, but I don’t know why.’ And I said, ‘I do. You’re having a stroke!’”
Brenda immediately made sure Gary was seated and safe and then proceeded to call 911.
Gary’s care started even before he arrived at the hospital. Years ago, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center worked with Prince William County Emergency Services to develop a protocol so that potential stroke patients, like Gary, would receive care even before stepping foot inside the hospital. In a CODE STROKE, teams inside the hospital are alerted even before a patient arrives. In addition to the doctors and nurses in the Emergency Department, the alert signals to the teams in radiology (CAT scan) and a number of other departments an emergent case is imminent.
Time is of the essence when it comes to stroke. That’s why as soon as Gary arrived at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, a specially certified team of nurses, a stroke coordinator and a stroke facilitator instantly took him to get a CAT scan. It’s at that point telemedicine is incorporated for expedited care.
“We have a machine we bring into the CAT scan and the tele-neurologist can log on, wherever they are, and visualize that patient. They’re able to do an exam and speak to the patient. It’s pretty advanced,” explains Jessica Silcox, RN, MSN, Emergency Department Team Coordinator and founder of the hospital’s stroke team.
“The tele-neurologists have cameras and they can zoom in to the point they’re looking into a patient’s pupils to do an exam. That way the neurologist can determine quickly, if that patient is eligible for a clot-busting medication, or if another therapy is necessary. You lose two-million neurons a minute, so every minute literally counts in a stroke.”
It was determined Gary had a clot, but wasn’t eligible for the clot-bust medication. The decision was made Dr. Venu Vadlamudi, an Interventional Radiologist with Sentara Heart & Vascular Center, would perform a thrombectomy or clot removal.
“The faster it can be performed, the better chance a patient will have an improved outcome,” explains Dr. Vadlamudi. “The goal for the therapy, as supported by evidence in the literature, is to increase the chance a patient will be alive, functional and independent 90 days following a stroke.”
Two clots were pulled from Gary’s brain. Even though he stood up by his bedside six hours after the procedure, Gary still spent three days in Intensive Care and then several weeks in intensive outpatient rehabilitation.
“Each patient’s recovery after a stroke is variable, especially depending on the size/severity of the stroke with some patients having an immediate recovery after stroke, but many needing therapy and rehabilitation following their stroke,” says Dr. Vadlamudi.
Gary has worked hard to get back to where he was before his stroke, “After the stroke, my face was drooping. I couldn’t turn my eyes to the left. My left arm was totally paralyzed. My left leg was totally paralyzed. Plus, I had slurred speech,” he remembers. “After the thrombectomy with Dr. Vadlamudi, my face came back up, my speech came back, I could move my eyes, I had movement in my left arm and leg. It was rather miraculous!”
And, Gary isn’t ignoring this wake-up call. Since his stroke, he has changed his lifestyle- eating more chicken and fish, eliminating sugars from his diet and incorporating more exercise into his everyday life. The hard work is paying off, he has lost more than 30 pounds and is preparing to head back to the church he loves.
“The fact that my wife caught it so quickly was probably one of the contributing factors to getting swift treatment. The philosophy is time is brain and Dr. Vadlamudi said every minute counts,” says Gary.
Brenda recognized the problem and symptoms of a stroke through the acronym: F.A.S.T.
- Face: Does one side of the face droop when smiling?
- Arm: Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift down?
- Speech: Is speech slurred or strange?
- Time: If you observe any of these symptoms, call 911 IMMEDIATELY.
Dr. Vadlamudi says this acronym bears repeating and is something everyone should commit to memory, “Interventions to help with acute stroke are time-sensitive, so rapid recognition and care are critical.”
If you suspect you or someone else is having a stroke, don’t drive, call 911. To learn more about stroke and to learn your risks, visit the “Know Your Risk” quiz at SentaraStrokeAwareness.com.
James Newman dreams of becoming a pilot.
The 17-year-old student at Patriot High School is interested in all things aviation. Like most his age, he’s into video games. His favorite — a flight simulator.
But before he can work is way into a career in the field of aviation, this teenager, like most is working a part-time job. He’s a barista at Starbucks.
But, unlike other students, Newman is getting school credit for his work.
He’s enrolled in a class called EMPLOY and life skills, where up to 40 Patriot students, all with varying places on the autism spectrum, learn everything from basic life skills to the wherewithal of going out into the real world and working a job.
“I come in with a smile. Even if its a crappy day, I try to make the customers happy,” said Newman.
He’s worked at Starbucks for a year. Thanks to the EMPLOY class and his instructors, he’s learned simple tasks like how to make the correct change from a cash register to larger responsibilities, like household budgeting.
“I knew what a paycheck was. I knew how to spend a paycheck but I didn’t know how to budget it,” he adds.
Ryan Carter, 16, is also in the class. He’s into cooking food and riding rollercoasters. He’s got a YouTube channel of videos dedicated to the more than 80 coasters he’s ridden.
To reach that number, he had to overcome his initial fear of coasters. Now, he hopes he can put that same determination into his future career.
“I want to be a chef,” he said.
He’s known for his own version of shrimp scampi, which includes a mixture of jumbo shrimp and jalapeño poppers. At home, and here at school, he’s encouraged to try new things.
Tricia Weate and Brook Bell run the program at Patriot High School. Some students are enrolled in the life skills program where they get coaching on how to develop social skills and perform regular tasks.
They learn the basics of kitchen food preparation and cooking, starting with washing hands, wearing gloves, using measuring cups, and it ends with making a meal.
They work the school’s mailroom, slotting mail for staff members to 237 mailboxes. They help set up and break down lunch shifts in the cafeteria.
In their classroom, they run a screen printing operation where they make t-shirts to raise awareness for autism.
Other students in the program leave campus and go to restaurants and retail stores, where they work alongside their fellow employees. At Nando’s Peri-Peri in Gainesville, some students greet restaurant guests, while others make food. At Fosters Grill, students deliver food.
“They’re brilliant. We just want the community to see what we see,” said Bell.
And some businesses have, like Smoothie King, which began providing their EMPLOY student workers with instructions on how to make drinks using color codes. It makes the process easier for them to understand.
The instructors work with at least 20 community businesses and are always looking for more on which to partner. Some students are paid, while some work for class credit.
“It’s not free labor. It’s also not ‘you’re so cute, let me help you out,” said Weate. “We want them to treat them like they treat their own staff.”
“We don’t want sugar-coating. We want the real deal,” added Bell.
The instructors are always looking for more funding for materials to teach their students, whether it be measuring cups or a replacement cash register to use in the classroom, something the program is in need of.
The Second Annual Chick-fil-A Bristow Charity Golf Tournament on September 22 at Broad Run Golf & Practice Facility aims to do just that. The 18-hole four, four-person team event will welcome players at 8 a.m. for registration, and then they’ll take to the course for a 9 a.m. shotgun start.
Chick-fil-A Bristow is looking for golfers for the event. It’s $75 for the public, $60 for cardholders, and $40 for full Broad Run Members. It includes a golf cart, range, and a lunch buffet.
They’re also in need of corporate sponsors for the event. If you’re interested in playing or sponsoring, Chick-fil-A’s Susan Campbell would love to hear from you.
The proceeds from this charity golf tournament will go to benefit the children enrolled in the EMPLOY and life skills program at Patriot High School.
“Without them starting this EMPLOY program, I would not have a job,” said Newman. “This class shows me there are many options out there for me.”
If you’ve ever wondered how local CEOs, top executives, and leaders really live, then you’ll enjoy this Q&A with Sam Hill, Ed.D. Hill is Provost of Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) Woodbridge Campus. The college, comprised of six campuses — two of which are in Prince William County — is the largest public educational institution in Virginia and the second-largest community college in the U.S.
Having more than 75,000 students and 2,600 faculty and staff members, NOVA is also one of the most internationally diverse colleges in the nation, with a student body representing more than 180 countries. Here’s an inside look at the life of one of NOVA’s key figures.
Q&A with Sam Hill, Ed.D., Provost of Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA)
Who inspires you?
I’m inspired by the commitment of the students we serve to improve their life situation to become greater contributing members of our community. Many of these students are pursuing a college education while dealing with challenging circumstances. You can’t help but be inspired and committed to making it possible for them to realize their goals. We will be a better community as a result. I’m also inspired by the commitment of the county leaders to economic development and the quality of life in our region. NOVA is a major partner in making this happen.
What did you eat for breakfast this morning?
It wasn’t healthy and not to be copied, and not my normal breakfast. I had a banana, a sausage and egg sandwich followed by four pieces of chocolate.
What’s your favorite place to hang out?
Bikram Hot Yoga studio with my wife.
If you owned an exotic animal, what would it be and why?
I’ve owned a python and a mongoose (at the same time). The mongoose was a house pet. The python was caged and outside. I also raised white mice for the python and the pythons at the zoo at the University of Liberia.
What’s the last thing you did that surprised you?
Getting a hole-in-one at Laurel Hill Golf Club. That was my second one, but this time I had witnesses.
Sponsored by Prince William County Department of Economic Development
• Located less than 20 miles from the nation’s capital, Prince William County encompasses a total area of 348 square miles.
• Prince William County’s favorable blend of large land parcels, multi-use zoned sites, incentives, reliable power and ample fiber optic availability coupled with the lowest programmable computer taxes in the region, make it an ideal location for businesses seeking a location in the Mid-Atlantic region.
• 75% of Northern Virginia’s 1.5 million workers live within a 30-minute one-way commute to the center of Prince William County during rush hour. • Prince William County provides access to an outstanding talent pool of highly-skilled, culturally diverse labor; 42% of the workforce has 4-year degrees.
• Prince William County carries a AAA bond rating from all three of the major credit ratings agencies (Fitch, Moody’s and S&P).
In a previous article, we discussed the importance of recognizing symptoms of Lyme disease in seniors. We said Lyme disease can be difficult to diagnose, especially in seniors, as it can mirror dementia, as well as chronic fatigue syndrome, arthritis and more. Because it is common for seniors to report joint pain, muscle aches, fatigue and dizziness, doctors often feel that the symptoms may not be that out of the ordinary and miss a diagnosis. Knowing all this and advocating for testing is the first step. Next comes treatment.
Treat Lyme disease
If you see a tick on the skin of a senior in your care, document it. Be sure to note the date of the bite. Set up an auto-reminder to check the bite site each day for any irritation or other symptoms. (Lesions typically develop 7-10 days after a tick bite.) Having this information to share with your doctor can greatly help with diagnosis, even if you are able to bring the senior you care for to the doctor right away.
If you find a tick, follow these Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations for removal:
- Use fine-tipped tweezers to grasp the tick as close to the skin’s surface as possible.
- Pull upward with steady, even pressure. Don’t twist or jerk the tick; this can cause the mouth-parts to break off and remain in the skin. If this happens, remove the mouth-parts with tweezers. If you are unable to remove the mouth easily with clean tweezers, leave it alone and let the skin heal.
- After removing the tick, thoroughly clean the bite area and your hands with rubbing alcohol, an iodine scrub, or soap and water.
- Dispose of a live tick by submersing it in alcohol, placing it in a sealed bag/container, wrapping it tightly in tape, or flushing it down the toilet. Never crush a tick with your fingers.
Avoid folklore remedies such as “painting” the tick with nail polish or petroleum jelly, or using heat to make the tick detach from the skin. Your goal is to remove the tick as quickly as possible–not waiting for it to detach.
According to the CDC, “People treated with appropriate antibiotics in the early stages of Lyme disease usually recover rapidly and completely. Antibiotics commonly used for oral treatment include doxycycline, amoxicillin, or cefuroxime axetil. People with certain neurological or cardiac forms of illness may require intravenous treatment with antibiotics such as ceftriaxone or penicillin.”
The CDC also says, “These regimens are guidelines only and may need to be adjusted depending on a person’s age, medical history, underlying health conditions, pregnancy status, or allergies.”
It’s important to note that the immune system deteriorates as we get older. Therefore, seniors usually respond slower to treatment, which increases risk of the disease becoming worse, especially if diagnosis and timely treatment were delayed. Lyme disease not cured by antibiotics becomes increasingly difficult for doctors to counter and can become fatal. Prevention is the best defense against Lyme disease.
Prevent Lyme disease
Lyme disease cases are concentrated in the Northeast and upper Midwest, with 14 states accounting for over 96% of cases reported to CDC.
The CDC reports that more than 329,000 people are likely to contract Lyme disease every year in the U.S. alone. This estimated number of annual infections is 1.5 times the number of women diagnosed with breast cancer, and six times the number of people diagnosed with HIV/AIDS each year in the US. Lyme disease accounts for more than 90% of all reported cases of diseases carried by animals (vector-borne illness). But only one in ten cases of Lyme are reported, since many clinicians are not looking for Lyme disease specifically.
As ticks continue to migrate to more and more areas, we can expect cases to continue to rise. This makes prevention all the more difficult and important, especially for seniors who are more vulnerable to symptoms.
Here are some ideas to keep ticks away:
- Avoid wooded areas with high grass or brush.
- Keep grass cut in and around the yard.
- Wear long sleeves and long pants, and tuck pant legs into socks when in tick territory.
- Use bug repellent on exposed skin and clothing. Ask a medical professional for an option that is safe for the senior in your care.
- Carefully inspect yourself and the senior in your care for ticks after being out in a natural setting.
- Treat pets that can bring ticks inside. Ask a vet for safe options.
The CDC and the Lyme Disease Association offer a wealth of information about symptoms and prevention, as well as patient support resources. Learn as much as possible, and if you suspect the senior in your care has been exposed to environments that harbor ticks, consult a medical professional right away.
This post is sponsored by Home Instead Senior Care serving Prince William and Fauquier counties.