There are many Rotary club organizations around the world, but according to members of the Woodbridge Rotary, there are several reasons why their group stands out.

According to Mark Worrilow – a long time Woodbridge Rotary member – one needs to really understand the Rotary’s “service above self” motto, in order to understand the value of the group.


Regardless of their age, summer campers at Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center return every year to learn and excel at their favorite hobbies.

Many sports campers begin their journey at Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center in a beginner level soccer camp. As the summers progress, many campers’ skills improve so much that they find success at their local elementary, middle and high schools, as well as local club teams.


On June 13, the Quail & Upland Wildlife Federation’s Chapter 16 will host their Father, Son, Daughter Family Shoot at the Fredericksburg Rod and Gun Club in Fredericksburg.

The event, which has been a fundraiser for the organization for more than 5 years, will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.


 

Norfolk Southern is bringing Steam Engine 611 to the City of Manassas during the 21st Annual Manassas Heritage Railway Festival on Saturday, June 6. The “611” belongs to the Virginia Museum of Transportation, but Norfolk Southern will have it out for 11 round-trip single day excursions beginning with the Railway Festival on Saturday.


When people hear about the Rotary organization, many know the name – but many may not know about what the group does.

Rotary International is a national service organization, with chapters across the United States. One of the active chapters in the area is the Woodbridge Rotary Club.


Looking for a way to keep your kids busy this summer? The Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center has a massive indoor swimming pool and is hosting its annual Summer Camp.

A majority of Freedom’s summer campers will go swimming each day. The times are scheduled, and camping groups are rotated to keep the pool from getting overcrowded.


Close to 100 people gathered at the Center for the Arts for the inaugural Manassas Business Appreciation Breakfast where they celebrated the City’s entrepreneurial spirit and thriving business community. The City of Manassas and the Prince William Chamber of Commerce hosted the event to recognize local businesses.

In his opening remarks, Mayor Harry J. Parrish II thanked the audience for choosing Manassas and “for all that you bring to the community.” Beyond creating jobs and boosting the local economy, he acknowledged the many business leaders who serve on boards and commissions and participate in the robust calendar of events.


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