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Osbourn Park High School students introduce new recycling procedures

Published June 11, 2023 at 10:06AM

Rustic Pathways: “16-year-old Khadeejah Alsheikh and Yusur Al Ogaidi [Osbourn Park High School outside Manassas] are featured in Rustic Spirit Spotlights for their amazing impact work – Their focus is on educating the Muslim community about environmental issues and implementing recycling practices.”

“They have introduced new recycling procedures, recycling boxes and replaced disposable utensils with reusable ones at the Mosque. They have provided educational sessions to the community, particularly the youth, emphasizing the positive impacts of recycling.”

Cyber Bytes announces youth summer STEM camps

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 11, 2023 at 9:52AM

Cyber Bytes Foundation: “Cyber Bytes Foundation and STEAMBridge proudly announce their partnership, resulting in the highly anticipated launch of the Cyber Titans Youth Summer STEM Camps. Designed to empower youth throughout the DMV and surrounding areas, these camps will revolutionize the educational landscape by providing immersive, hands-on experiences in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Held at the state-of-the-art Cyber Bytes Foundation facility located at 1010 Corporate Dr., Stafford, VA 22554, the camps will span the entire summer from June 5 to August 4.”

“By partnering with STEAMBridge to launch the Cyber Titans Youth Summer STEM Camps, we are thrilled to establish an exceptional platform for children to immerse themselves in the world of technology,” said Cesar Nadar, Executive Director of Cyber Bytes Foundation. “Our commitment to fostering a dynamic technology ecosystem in the region drives us to unlock the potential of young minds, ignite their passion for STEM, and shape the innovators and leaders of tomorrow. Together, we are creating an environment that promotes growth, agility, and technological advancements.”

Fredericksburg to unveil highway marker honoring former slave

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 11, 2023 at 9:44AM

Overlooking Fredericksburg, the Chatham Bridge, and the Rappahannock River.

Fredericksburg City Government: “An Unveiling Event is being planned for the new historical highway marker commemorating the “Great Exodus from Bondage” and honoring John Washington.”

“Please join us on Wednesday, June 21 at 2:00pm. The public is invited to the ceremony which will be held at the Fredericksburg Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, 810 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg. An unveiling of the new marker on Princess Anne Street will follow the ceremony.”

BMX bikers in town this weekend

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 9, 2023 at 8:02AM

Press release: “Hundreds of professional and amateur BMX riders from across the world will descend on Woodbridge this weekend, June 9-11, for the USA BMX Battlefield Nationals.”

“The three-day event will be held at the NOVA BMX track at 7 County Complex Court in Woodbridge. Races begin at 1:30 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. Sunday, with participants racing well into the evening. Parking is $10 per day, and fans are welcome to watch and cheer on their favorite riders as they expertly navigate jumps, twists and turns along the track.”

SplashDown Waterpark to open for season

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 8, 2023 at 11:00AM

Splashdown Water Park

Prince William County Parks and Rec: “Northern Virginia’s largest waterpark, SplashDown Waterpark, will open its doors for the 2023 summer season on Friday, June 16. Waterworks Waterpark and community pools will open daily beginning June 16.”

Here’s a list of public swimming pools in Prince William County.

Stafford Soap Box Derby Race is Saturday

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 7, 2023 at 10:00AM

[Photo: Rappahannock Regional Soap Box Derby]

“There were three build clinics held on March 13th, April 3rd and May 1st at the Fredericksburg Elks Lodge #875 located at 11309 Tidewater Trail, Fredericksburg, VA 22408. Parents and drivers were encouraged to attend a build clinic to allow one of our inspectors to look at the car and provide advice and to weigh their car. Inspection and Impound of the cars occurred on May 20th and 21tst at Brandonbilt, one of our greatest sponsors since coming to Stafford.”

Be there for the Manassas Bee Festival

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 7, 2023 at 8:00AM

City of Manassas Economic Development Department: “Get buzzing at our 3rd annual Manassas Bee Festival June 24, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on the grounds of historic 19th century Liberia House, which will be open for self-guided tours.”

“Attendees are encouraged to dress like a pollinator and join the costume parade! This family-fun event offers live music, vendors, local honey, bee hives plus native bee houses, plant experts, farm animals, food trucks, mead garden, bounce house, games, and crafts.”

El DeBarge, ‘Rhythm of the Night’ singer, to perform at political fundraiser in Woodbridge

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 6, 2023 at 9:00AM | Updated June 6, 2023 at 11:14AM

Alamo draft house Woodbridge.

Makya Little for Delegate: “On Monday, June 19, 2023—also known as Juneteenth—Little’s campaign will host their final pre-primary fundraiser featuring a performance by DeBarge. Working to create opportunities for community members, the campaign has also selected two local bands—TurnUpDeAnte & Co. and Izis la Enderma de la Salsa—to open for DeBarge at the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema in Woodbridge that evening.”

“Eldra “El” Patrick DeBarge—an American singer, songwriter, and musician—was the focal point and primary lead singer of the family group DeBarge [during the 19880s]. Popular songs led by El DeBarge include “Stay with Me,” “All This Love,” and “Rhythm of the Night.”

Forest Valley Disc Golf Course opens near Quantico

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 4, 2023 at 9:00AM

Prince William County Parks and Recreation Department: “This morning [Saturday, June 3, 2023], community members, area disc golfers, volunteers, staff, and leaders from both Prince William County Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism, and NOVA Disc Golf Association who were involved with making the new disc golf course a reality, gathered for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony of the Forest Valley Disc Golf course. The new 18-hole course, lauded to be “the best woods course” in the area and perhaps the Mid-Atlantic, is located at Forest Greens Golf Club in Triangle, Virginia.”

“I am so excited that this day is here! I’ve got disc golf in my district, and I am so excited about that,” said Potomac District Supervisor Andrea O. Bailey. “It is so important—the exercise, the recreation for the body, for the mind, for the spirit. And this will also open the world for more people to learn about disc golf.”

Music on the Steps returns to Fredericksburg for 38th year

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 3, 2023 at 8:00AM

The Central Rappahannock Regional Library Fredericksburg Branch at 1201 Caroline Street.

Central Rappahannock Regional Library: “Bring your chairs or blankets to join us Monday nights at Fredericksburg Branch for Music on the Steps. This concert series, sponsored by the Friends of the Library, is in its 38th year and features a wide range of talent for relaxed summer evenings.”