As the region continues to reopen to in-person events following the pandemic, here are a few more event ideas to help you plan the remainder of May — the most wonderful time of the year.
5/14 – 5/16 Giselle at Hylton Performing Arts Center – (Manassas & Virtual) Giselle is a romantic ballet that tells of the power of true love; spins the myth of a peasant girl who dies of a broken heart when she finds out that her lover, Albrecht, is betrothed to another.
The largest county fair in Virginia will return for nine days in August.
After taking an unprecedented year off last year due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Prince William County Fair, an annual tradition that dates back more than 70 years, will be held from Friday, August 13 to Saturday, August 21.
In our busy routines, we often take for granted the visual beauty that passes in front of our eyes. Although we may occasionally note a passing scene, we don’t often have the time to dwell on the magical moments we experience.
This exhibit, called ” Magical Moments” with work from the Prince William Photography Club, aims to inspire and enrich the lives of our audience by presenting those emotional, thought-provoking magical moments in a way that compels the viewer to stop and engage with the scene that was captured by the lens. The photographer’s eye combined with the camera lens can capture those serendipitous magical moments at just the right instant of time, or from just the right angle.
Calling All Golfers! Arc of Greater Prince William/INSIGHT, Inc. is hosting an Annual Golf Tournament May 14 at Old Hickory Golf Club in Woodbridge. Get outdoors in the spring air, hit golf balls and help raise funds for a great cause! Please contact Chris at 703.670.4800, email [email protected] to learn more.
Non-COVID-19 Opportunities:
With the help of Long Family Markets, the Stafford NAACP is hosting a Juneteenth Black and Brown Family and Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 19 at the 610 Commuter Lot, 163 Staffordboro Blvd. in North Stafford.
In addition to lots of great merchandise and food for sale, there will be entertainment, games, prizes and a kids corner.
The Prince William Conservation Alliance is hosting a photo contest. Winners will have the chance to snag a commemorative field guide and t-shirt.
The Prince William Conservation Alliance emails:
Do you want to learn more about the Prince William County Service Authority for your job, community activities, school studies or career interests?
Adults and high school seniors who live, work, or attend school in Prince William County can now apply for the 2021 Virtual Water Academy. This free program is designed to foster an understanding of how the Service Authority contributes to community health, environmental stewardship and economic vitality in Prince William County.
The National Museum of the Marine Corps (NMMC) will reopen to the public on Monday, May 17, after a temporary closure related to the coronavirus. The museum team is excited to welcome visitors while taking great care to ensure the wellbeing of visitors, volunteers, and staff.
Face coverings must be worn by all visitors over the age of six, and are highly recommended for children between the ages of two to six. All staff and volunteers are also required to wear face coverings and will be walking throughout the Museum to answer questions and ensure proper social distancing.
