Good Morning – Girls on the Run is looking for coaches for the Spring 2020 season. Lace-up your sneakers and come inspire girls in grades 3-8 to be strong, confident and healthy.
You do not need to be a runner to coach. You just need to serve as a role model by showing up prepared and on time, listening attentively and demonstrating a positive attitude.
You will need to commit to 2-3 hours per week for a 10-week session with additional time for training and the 5K race. The season starts March 2nd. Please visit their website at: www.gotrnova.org to learn more.
BEACON Adult Literacy is recruiting volunteers to become instructors in the Manassas area for their ESOL programs. No second language or teaching experience needed as they will give you all the training needed to be successful. Volunteers teach for 2 hours in either morning or evening classes. Please call (571) 428-2507 to learn more.
Habitat for Humanity is having its first volunteer day on January 23rd to renovate a home in Manassas. These build days are great team-building projects for faith groups, community organizations, corporate volunteers and individuals. No experience is necessary. All skill levels from willing learner to professional builders are welcome. Please sign up on the website at: www.habiatpwc.org.
The Joe 15 team is having their Annual Blood Drive in memory of Joe Page on January 25th, 9 am-2 pm at Manassas Church of the Brethren. Please sign up at: www.redcrossblood.org key word: The Joe 15 Team.
The Kennedy Center invites volunteers age 40 and under to their 2nd Annual Carrying the Torch Forward Service Day. Please email Jessica at: [email protected] to learn more
Novant Health UVA Health System needs volunteers at their 3 gifts shops. Please register online at: www.novanthealthuva.org/giving/volunteering/novant-health-auxiliary.aspx or call (703) 369-8173 to learn more.
The Warrior Retreat needs volunteers to assist with snow removal this winter. Please email Sarah at: [email protected] to learn more.
Keep Prince William Beautiful invites you to adopt a spot near you. It’s a great way to spruce up your neighborhood. Please email Laura at: [email protected] to learn more.
The Alzheimer’s Association is looking for support group facilitators to help participants develop coping skills, share valuable info, give caregiving tips and more. Preferred skills include professional healthcare experience, experience working with people affected by Alzheimer’s, comfort with expression of emotion and good listening skills. Please call Ben at: (703) 766-9007 to learn more.
The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program is looking for volunteers age 55+ to drive veterans or spouses to their doctor’s appointments. It’s very easy to help these individuals get the care they need while remaining in their homes. RSVP members receive a mileage reimbursement and additional insurance coverage at no cost to the volunteer. Please call Jan at (571) 292-5307 to learn more.
If you are looking for other opportunities, please don’t forget to call my wonderful team at Volunteer Prince William. Jan can help you with the Retired and Senior Volunteer (RSVP) opportunities at (703) 369-5292 ext. 1 and Bonnie can help you with opportunities available in Disaster Preparedness at (703) 369-5292 ext. 3.
Please visit our website at volunteerprincewilliam.org. Thanks so much for all you do in our community.
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The Silber family, long-time owners of the Fredericksburg Nationals, announced today they have agreed to sell the Minor League Baseball team to Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH), a company that owns and operates select Minor League Baseball clubs affiliated with Major League Baseball.
The annual Law Enforcement Torch Run returns to Prince William County on June 10, starting at the Central District Police Station in Woodbridge. Officers and Special Olympians will run as six-mile route to support the Special Olympics Summer Games.
Several major roadwork projects are underway in the I-95 corridor, including lane closures for milling and paving between Thornburg and Spotsylvania. In Fredericksburg, expect intermittent lane closures on Fall Hill Avenue and Lafayette Boulevard, while Stafford and Spotsylvania counties also have various roadwork and resurfacing activities affecting Route 1, Route 620, and other local roads.
Hartwell Capitol Consulting in Prince William County is advising on an AI-driven aptitude test that helps high school students discover ideal career paths in the military — from engineering to healthcare to cybersecurity.
Looking for art opportunities in the DMV? ArtsFairfax.org is your online destination to find and promote artist calls in and around Fairfax. Our Artist Calls directory is always free to use and highlights opportunities to audition, exhibit artwork, or secure commissions. Be sure to check out ArtsFairfax Artist Calls on an ongoing basis – new opportunities are added every week.
In addition to a dozen or so Artist Calls from throughout the region, ArtsFairfax is proud to host the following:
Fairfax250 RV Wrap
For illustrators, visual artists, and graphic designers, we are working with the Fairfax250 Commission to wrap a 37’-long RV that will travel to hundreds of events across Fairfax County. A signage company will handle the installation – all we need is the design. See your art on this rolling billboard all year long!
On June 20th, 2025, Woodbridge Rotary Club will be holding our 21st annual charity golf tournament. This tournament is in memory of two of our past Presidents and valued members of the community. Joe Devaney passed away March 22, 2005 and a few years ago, Bill O’Hop passed away barely a week after playing in this tournament in 2015. Both Joe and Bill were each other’s best friends and they both loved golf! Please help us pay tribute to our dear friends by participating in this tournament and helping us to support our local and international charities. If you are interested in golfing, sponsoring, donating a door prize and/or know someone who is, please contact us (Mark Worrilow [email protected] or 703-244-8702). Signing up is also possible using the QR code.
Your Weight Matters National Convention
Hosted by the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) since 2012, this highly-anticipated gathering is the nation’s leading gathering focused on empowering individuals with science-based education, support and practical tools for managing weight and improving health.
This unique Convention truly has something
Van Metre 5K Run
Participate in the 33rd Annual Van Metre 5K Run—a race that goes further than 3.1 miles, where every stride you take supports Children’s National Hospital. The Van Metre 5K Run donates 100% of proceeds to Children’s National Hospital and has
