Fredericksburg Main Street has announced "Downtown Movies in the Park," which will take place at Riverfront Park. This community event invites residents and visitors to enjoy movies under the stars with family-friendly films, themed activities, and more.
Starting at 6:30 PM, attendees can engage in activities before the movies begin at 7:00 PM. The series offers a lineup of movies and themed events to enhance the experience.
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The Manassas Museum will host a lecture on Saturday, July 13, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., focusing on the critically acclaimed book, "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents" by Isabel Wilkerson.
The lecture will delve into the themes explored in Wilkerson's book, which examines historical social hierarchies and how perpetuating this dehumanizes vast sections of society. The book emphasizes that caste is not solely about race or class, but about power — who holds it and who does not.
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July is chalking up to be a busy month around Prince William County with several events, meetings, and activities scheduled.
Take a look at some highlighted events.
- Today (July 2)
- Board of County Supervisors meeting, 2 p.m.
- Friday (July 5)
- The first “Friday at 5” of the summer (Woodbridge)
- Coffee & Art with a Cop, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Woodbridge)
- July 9
- Board of County Supervisors work session, 11 a.m.
- July 13
- West County Household Hazardous Waste Event, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Manassas)
- Seals on Wheels, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Woodbridge)
- Fire & Rescue Life Safety Pop Up, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Dumfries)
- July 16
- Board of County Supervisors meeting, 2 p.m.
- July 19
- Fridays at 5, 5 p.m. (Woodbridge)
- Walking Tours of Historic Towns: Nokesville, 7 p.m. (Nokesville)
- July 20
- 25th Celebration of Americans with Disabilities Act, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Manassas)
- Dad’s Pool Day, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (Dale City)
- Full Moon Hike, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. (Woodbridge)
- July 25
- Responsible Gaming & Gambling Webinar, 10 a.m. (Virtual)
- July 26
- Paint & Pour, 6 to 7:30 p.m. (Dale City)
- July 27
- Fire & Rescue Life Safety Pop Up, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Woodbridge)
Historic Manassas Inc. (HMI) is now selling tickets for a July 4th Stars & Stripes Rooftop Picnic, set to provide the best view of the City of Manassas fireworks display. The event will occur on July 4, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., atop the downtown parking garage at 9102 Prince William Street.
The rooftop picnic promises a variety of food and drinks. Attendees can look forward to hamburgers, hot dogs, fried chicken, chips, green beans, cupcakes, beer, wine, soda, and water. The evening will also feature a DJ and games, ensuring entertainment for guests of all ages.
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Jesus Rosa, owner of The Puerto Rico Cafe in Manassas, is hosting the Manassas Puerto Rican Festival again. This marks the second year Rosa and his wife, Jamari, organized the event in Manassas.
"It’s a celebration of Puerto Rican culture, family, and bringing everyone together," Rosa said. "It’s diverse; it’s not just for Puerto Ricans, it’s for everyone. We want everyone to come down and enjoy the food, the music, the entertainment of your Puerto Rican friends and neighbors."
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Mary Washington Healthcare (MWHC) is gearing up for its annual Free Community Baby Shower.
Following the success of last year's event, which saw 1,000 attendees, this year promises to be even bigger and better. To accommodate the growing number of participants and enhance the experience, the event has been moved to a new location, offering more fun, education, and prizes for new and expecting mothers and their families.
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On June 15, 2024, Widewater State Park will host an event dedicated to the life and work of Palmer Hayden, a celebrated artist from Widewater. The event will run from 1 to 3 p.m. throughout the park.
Palmer Hayden, born on January 15, 1890, in Widewater, in Stafford County, became a prominent painter during the Harlem Renaissance. His paintings are known for depicting everyday life in African-American communities.
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The Coles District will hold its annual Dumpster Day on June 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at West Gate Elementary School, located at 8031 Urbanna Road near Manassas. This event is open to all county citizens at no cost. The county’s website provides additional information on Dumpster Days, including what items are accepted and specific guidelines for the event.
Residents are asked to ensure that refrigerators are emptied of their contents and cleaned. Glass trays should be removed from microwaves, and the doors should be secured with tape. The following items will not be accepted at the event: fuel tanks, motor oil, fuel drums, household hazardous waste, antifreeze, paint thinners, pesticides, pool chemicals, commercial waste, and electronics. These items can be disposed of at the county landfill.
For more details on correct disposal procedures, contact the Prince William County Solid Waste Division at 703-792-5750.
Prince William County Parks and Recreation will host the Fridays at 5 summer concert series starting on Friday, July 5, at 5 p.m. The event will take place at Sean T. Connaughton Plaza in Woodbridge.
The concert series will feature live music, food trucks, beer and wine for purchase, and face painting for kids. Admission and parking are free. Attendees can bring chairs or picnic blankets. Pets are not allowed, except for service dogs.
The schedule for the concert series is as follows:
July:
– July 5: Uncle Drew & The Scoundrels
– July 19: Collective
August:
– August 2: Lloyd Braun Band
– August 16: Perfekt Blend
September:
– September 6: TBA
– September 20: TBA
Concerts will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Updates will be available on Facebook and the Prince William County Parks website. Attendees can also sign up for text alerts by texting “Fridays” to 703-382-6716.