Prince William police:”Shooting Investigation – On December 27 at 7:49PM, officers responded to the Ravens Crest Apartments located in the 8100 block of Cobden Ct in Manassas (20109) to investigate a shooting. The investigation revealed several gunshots were heard as two vehicles quickly fled the area. Rounds struck the exterior siding of one the apartments in the complex. No injuries were reported by residents inside the home. Multiple cases were also located in the parking lot. While investigating the incident, a 20-year-old man arrived at an area hospital with a non-life threatening gunshot wound to his back. The man was reportedly a passenger inside a vehicle traveling in the same area as the reported shooting when a round entered the vehicle he was in and struck him. The man was then driven to the hospital where police contacted. The man became uncooperative with investigators as to further questioning of the incident.”
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The ArtsFairfax Events Calendar is your destination for all arts and culture activities in Northern Virginia. Find a concert, play, poetry reading, or exhibition in your neighborhood—many events are free and family-friendly!
Are you part of a performing arts group, school, or cultural organization? You can add your events and classes, too. The ArtsFairfax Events Calendar is free and easy to use.
Your attendance at local arts events supports small businesses in our community and the art makers who help make Fairfax and its surrounding region so vibrant. With the ArtsFairfax Events Calendar, you can stay curious and stay local to plan your next arts adventure!

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“Go Ape has always been about thrilling treetop adventures,” says Chrissy Very, Senior Director of Marketing. “Now, we’re redefining what it means to truly connect: through purpose-driven outdoor experiences that inspire courage, reflection, and joy.”
As access to public outdoor spaces becomes more limited, Go Ape steps in to bridge the gap with immersive, inclusive, and wellness-focused adventures for individuals, families, and groups.
Christmas in July
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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