From Tacketts Mill:Â
The Prince William County Walk of Fame is an installation of granite plaques each representing an individual who is âlocally famousâ for his or her extraordinary contribution to the quality of life in Prince William County.  This three year project envisions 35-40 plaques permanently mounted on the grounds of Tackettâs Mill in Lake Ridge, where a paved path encircles the manicured lake behind the Fellowship House.ÂÂEight installments are currently in place.  A central directory for the installments is located outside Safeway at the Tackettâs Mill Shopping Center.ÂÂThe Selection Committee invites you to attend the SerenAid 2016 banquet on October 20th, 5:30pm at the Old Hickory Club House to award the current Nominees.ÂÂThe Nominees for 2016 are Senator Charles J. Colgan, David Brickley, John Jenkins, Trevor Blake, and Dr. Richard G. Tami.  The banquet is a fundraiser for the Walk of Fame and its community partners: The Clearbrook Foundation a 5019(c)(3) corporation, Tackettâs Mill Foundation, New Dominion Choraliers, and the Woodbridge Rotary Club. ÂÂFor more information email "[email protected]".  You can also download the attendance form directly by visiting tackettsmill.com.  Click on the 'Explore' tab to find the Walk of Fame.Â
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