Local governments around the region held Memorial Day observances on Friday, May 26, 2023.
Stafford County Government: “Thank you on Memorial Day to all those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country and to their family and friends. Stafford honored their memories at a Memorial Day Ceremony on Friday.”
“Historic Manassas Inc. Facebook page: “Miss Virginia Volunteer 2023, Kate Clatterbuck, will be making a special appearance in Manassas on Sunday, May 28, 2023. During her visit, she will dedicate her time to volunteering at the Manassas Visitors Center and actively promote ticket sales for the highly anticipated Manassas Railway Festival [Saturday, June 3, 2023].”
“From 9:00 am to 11:30 am, Kate Clatterbuck, the reigning Miss Virginia Volunteer, will engage with the community, emphasizing the significance of the Manassas Railway Festival and its impact on the region.”
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is now on stage at the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts in Stafford County.
One of the most enduring shows of all time, this gem from Andrew Lloyd Webber uses the biblical story of Joseph—and a handful of popular song types to tell a universal story of dreamers: people from broken families who struggle to make the best of what they have, to trust in themselves, and most importantly, to see courage in forgiveness. Bursting with energy, this is the ultimate family experience that will leave you dancing in the aisles and exiting the theatre with a smile on your face.
Stafford will hold its annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Friday, May 26, at 10 a.m. at the Armed Services Memorial located on the campus of the George L. Gordon, Jr., Government Center, 1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford.
This year’s ceremony is dedicated to the armed service members who died serving our country during the Gulf War. All families of fallen service members and veterans are asked to identify themselves to the greeters for special seating.
Manassas Railway Festival is set to take place on June 3, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The location will be Historic Manassas train station at 9431 West Street.
The 29th annual event is free to attend and visitors of all ages can participate in a activities and attractions. This event is held to help celebrate the railway history of the Manassas community.
Kona Ice, a shaved ice company, is expanding into Bristow, Nokesville, and Quantico and will feature entertainment, frozen treats, and new fundraising opportunities in the area.
Kona’s truck, which began serving the community in March, offers a self-service dispensing system allowing for full customization. Guests have the option to choose from the 20-plus flavors and four different sizing options; child size (nine ounces), classic (12 ounces), large (16 ounces), and what the company calls a Kowabunga size (22 ounces).
The Ford Tri-Motor, a plane from the 1920s credited with redefining air travel, will road into the Manassas Regional Airport on June 8 through the 11, providing enthusiasts a chance to take a flight on the 100-year-old aircraft.
The Manassas Regional Airport sits at 10600 Harry J. Parrish Boulevard in Manassas.
This May, GirlTrek is hosting “Mamathon 2023,” starting on May 1 and lasting through May 31.
The Mamathon is a walking challenge where women pledge to walk 52.4 miles (about 2.5 miles a day), during the month of May to honor their mother or a caregiver in their lives.
