👋 Hello from Uriah
Happy Woodbridge Wednesday!
We’ve got everything from dancing debates in Dumfries to adoptable puffballs ready to melt your heart. The Occoquan RiverFest returns soon with boat tours and duck races, and the county is pushing ahead on big projects like Fettler Park’s makeover. IKEA’s celebrating a showroom refresh, and we’ve got all the local flavor in this week’s update.
💬 Social Media News and Notes
📵 PWCS talks cell phone policy for 2025–26
Join a live webinar on May 22 to explore PWCS’ new school-year phone rules, research behind the policy, and tools for managing device use at home.
Get the details.
🦆 Occoquan RiverFest returns June 7–8
From pontoon boat rides to Duck Splash races and kid-friendly boat-making, RiverFest has something for the whole family.
See the full lineup.
🛋️ IKEA Woodbridge shows off refreshed showroom
IKEA marked the moment with a ribbon cutting and $3,000 donation to ACTS, helping families in need with food, shelter, and crisis aid.
Check it out.
🎉 Events and Features
🎶 Party like it’s 1995!
Join Prince William Ice Center for their monthly Skate-In Movie Night on June 27—it’s a retro celebration you don’t want to miss.
Roll back in time.
🧠 Think you’re a trivia champ?
Brew Republic Bierwerks hosts trivia every week—bring your A-game and battle for beer-soaked bragging rights.
Join the fun.
⛳ New to golf or need to sharpen your skills?
Potomac Shores Golf Club offers personalized lessons for adults and kids, all week long.
Book now.
🎤 Music + food trucks = Fridays at 5
Fridays at 5 is back at Sean Connaughton Plaza! Enjoy live music, good eats, and a great community vibe every Friday.
Get the schedule.
📰 Local News
🧨 ICE contract stirs heated debate
The Board of County Supervisors voted 4-3 to let ICE continue training at a county facility, drawing opposition from residents and immigrant advocates.
Full story.
🤖 Finch robots = tiny coders at Kilby
First graders coded robots to dance and navigate mazes as part of a fun, hands-on lesson in critical thinking.
Meet the mini-engineers.
🏆 Occoquan’s trivia night opens with a win
“The Quizzards” dominated the first trivia night of the season at River Mill Park. Next round: June 20.
Congrats to the winners.
🏛️ Honoring a voice for small businesses
Dimitri Boosalis is being honored for his lifetime of work championing local entrepreneurs.
Read more.
🚔 No charges in officer-involved shooting
A grand jury declined to indict a police officer in the fatal shooting of a man on Davis Ford Road.
Details here.
🕺 Dumfries delays vote on dancing ban
The Town Council postponed a decision on a requirement that anyone under 18 be accompanied by an adult at outdoor concerts and festivals.
Why it matters.
🌳 Fettler Park to get major upgrade
A revitalization plan for the Woodbridge park includes new amenities and improved community space.
What’s coming.
🐾 Adoptable Pet of the Week
🐶 Fluffy Pomeranian mix pups need homes!
Four adorable and energetic fluffballs are up for adoption this week. They’re cuddly, curious, and ready to make you smile.
See the pups.
💌 We Want to Hear From You
Got a news tip, a photo, or an event to share? I’d love to hear from you.
📬 And if you haven’t already, sign up to get this newsletter delivered every weekday:
👉 Subscribe here
That’s all for now. We’ll see you later today at 4 o’clock with the day’s latest news. Thanks for reading and supporting local journalism in our communities.
Recent Stories
A summer tradition returns to Northern Virginia with a patriotic lineup of performances from some of the nation’s top military ensembles. The 2025 Summer Concert Series at the National Museum of the Marine Corps continues on Thursday, July 3, with a performance by the U.S. Marine Corps Battle Color Detachment.
What started as a separate movie theater and bowling alley with a myriad of names is now “Hooky,” an entertainment destination at Spotsylvania Town Centre that offers something for everyone, even if you’re playing hooky from another obligation.
A Falmouth woman is pushing back against a county order to shut down a small farm stand on her property, saying the structure is part of a broader effort to preserve the agricultural lifestyle that once defined Stafford County.
A dragon, a swamp, and a whole lot of heart are taking over the stage at All Saints Catholic Church this summer as the Upper Room Theatre Ministry prepares for its biggest production yet: Shrek the Musical.
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!
Go Ape, America’s leading aerial adventure park provider, is proud to unveil a revitalized experience across its iconic Zipline & Adventure Parks. This refresh goes beyond physical upgrades; it reflects a renewed mission to foster meaningful connections between people, nature, and self.
“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
Volunteer Prince William will be holding a fun-filled Christmas in July event at Heritage Brewing Co on July 26th from 12pm until 6pm with all proceeds going to support the 2025 Untrim-A-Tree and Senior Basket Program. Untrim-A-Tree and Senior Basket
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
