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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Historic Manassas press release: Historic Manassas, Inc. proudly announces Liz Barahona as a board member. Liz is a licensed master esthetician, master esthetic teacher, makeup artist, reiki master teacher, and social media influencer with her show "Live with Liz" on all social media platforms.
Liz grew up in Fairfax, and is the Owner and Founder of YES BEAUTY SPA & WELLNESS, LLC with more than 20 Years of experience in the Skin Care and Health Industry.
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According to Jheanel Butler, HMI event coordinator, the diverse soups include Sancocho from Puerto Rico Café, a hearty stew with a unique blend of beef cuts, chicken, and root vegetables. Grounds Central Station will serve roasted butternut squash soup, while SemiFreddo Italian Cuisine will present green lentil soup with prosciutto. Other highlights include Creamy Potato Soup from Vera’s Kitchen, Beef Brisket Chili from The Bone, Brunswick Stew from Hog Shack Bar-B-Q, and the intriguing Cheese Burger Soup topped with bacon from The Philadelphia Tavern. Vegans can delight in the Vegan Tomato Soup with a non-vegan grilled cheese bite from Honey & Ivy Gluten-free.
This year's ticket includes a collectible anniversary mug for attendees, who can choose to use it at the event. Disposable tasting containers will also be provided. To add an interactive element, attendees will receive a map of all the stops with a QR code for online voting.
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Manassas Economic Development Department: "Kicking off the new year full of exciting events, festivals, and family-friendly activities – and starting with February's First Friday in Historic Downtown Manassas."
"The First Friday in 2024 will be Feb. 2, 6-9 p.m. This is the City's 10th annual soup contest where competitors enter their tastiest soup for a chance to win cash prizes."
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Historic Manassas Inc.: "If you have not yet been able to enjoy one of the free carriage rides, we remind you that Saturday, December 30, is the last date to do so. Come to the Manassas Train Depot parking lot, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm, and have fun with these rides through the streets of Historic Downtown Manassas, conducted by Shenandoah Carriage Company, and sponsored by Orangetheory Fitness Manassas. First come, first served."
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Historic Manassas Inc.: "I am pleased to announce that HMI, in partnership with Main Street America and the City's Economic Development Department, launched a community survey yesterday to gain a better understanding of regional market trends and the community's aspirations for Historic Downtown Manassas. The survey is confidential and takes 5-10 minutes to complete. Responses will be collected directly by Main Street America and will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our cherished Historic Downtown Manassas community, together."
"We ask for your partnership in promoting the survey via any distribution channels you may have (i.e., general word of mouth, social media, dissemination of a promotional flyer in your store or business, etc.). If you would like some promotional flyers (which include the QR code to the survey) to distribute, please email Herbert Zepeda, HMI's Communications & Promotions Coordinator, at [email protected]."
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Laurel E. Howard is the new director of Historic Manassas, Inc., the non-profit responsible for organizing many of the city's events, like First Friday and Celebrate America Fireworks.
She replaces Debbie Haight, who departed the organization last fall.
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Historic Manassas, Inc. has initiated a search for a new Executive Director following the resignation of the long-time director Debbie Haight.
"We are pleased to announce the start of our search process," stated Mark Olsen, Chairman of the Board of Directors. "Coming out of Covid, the work that HMI does to promote the downtown and support our small businesses is more important than ever. We are seeking a highly energetic and creative individual with a passion for main street. As one of the most established of Virginia's Main Street organizations, we expect this position to attract a great deal of interest."
