Upcoming: Pick Your Own Tulips

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Published: 03/05/2013

Holland comes to Haymarket

Local farm hosts largest Pick Your Own Tulip event in the Country

Haymarket, VA – The beginning of April marks the kick-off of the second annual Festival of Tulips at Burnside Farms in Haymarket, VA. The mother and son team of farm owners, Leslie and Michael Dawley, worked tirelessly through the winter planting 90,000 tulip bulbs in more than 50 different varieties. Their field will soon come alive with a variety of vibrant colors and blossoms that proclaim spring’s arrival.

Late March/Early April when the flowers are in bloom, local residents and tourists alike will be able to stroll through the fields during the three-week Festival of Tulips and pick their own blooms. “Once our tulip field is in bloom, it’s truly a sight to behold,” said Michael Dawley. “Tulips come in so many sizes, shapes and colors and to see them all together truly is an indescribable experience. The Festival of Tulips, offers everyone the chance to take some of that beauty home with them.”

The tulip field is an amazing location for spring photos or a peaceful picnic lunch. Families, schools or groups of all sizes are invited to visit the farm for their first outing of spring. The entry fee for the Festival of Tulips is $3 per person and tulips cost just $1 per stem. Festival timing is dependent on mother nature, it is not possible to give the exact opening date at this time. Typical timing is late March/Early April. Visit facebook.com/burnsidefarms for field reports as spring approaches.

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About Burnside Farms:

Burnside Farms is a family-owned business of three generations located in Haymarket, VA. The family focuses on growing flowers and plants sustainably and organically. A farm stand, open seasonally throughout the year, offers locally grown and produced items for sale at competitive prices. To learn more about the farm, visit facebook.com/burnsidefarms . Burnside Farms 4905 James Madison Hwy. Haymarket, VA 20169

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Meet the County: Supervisor Pete Candland, Gainesville District

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Published: 02/25/2013

In this series of posts, we'll introduce you to local decision makers and policy-changers. The goal isn't to be political, and doesn't indicate an endorsement, but is rather to help you learn the faces and positions in Prince William County who you can go to for help, or with your concerns. You'll notice the question is always the same, "Tell me what you love about Prince William County", and at the end of the post, you'll find a job description of the person listed. I will not post from people during campaign season (unless it's someone who's mid-term and not currently running for re-election). Hope this helps you know our county better!!

1) Tell me what you love about Prince William County
Prince William County is a great place to raise a family and make a living. We have great schools, a tremendous history, and wonderful people. That's why my family moved here, and that's why Robyn and I are committed to serving this community. In addition to the family-friendly environment of Prince William County, we're working towards making our county more jobs-friendly, so that our citizens can live and work in the same area.

2) What parts of the county are included in your district?
The Gainesville District is the Western-most and Northern-most magisterial district in Prince William County. It includes the entire area North of I-66, as well as Haymarket and specific precincts in Manassas near I66. From the areas by Splashdown, to the hills of Bull Run Mountain, the Gainesville District is a beautiful area with wonderful, generous people.

3) What is it, exactly, that you do/how can you help citizens
First, I represent citizens of the Gainesville District and their interests on the Board of County Supervisors. To do this, I engage in constant outreach to constituents via one-on-one meetings, town hall meetings, social media, and many phone calls. Secondly, I have a top-notch staff that helps constituents every day with their interactions with county government. Our office is usually on the front lines of helping constituents who need help with local government.

4) How can people get in touch with you?
www.SupervisorCandland.com
Gainesville@pwcgov.org
www.facebook.com/SupervisorPeteCandland
Gainesville Supervisor Pete Candland
7001 Heritage Village Plaza, Suite 210
Gainesville, VA 20155
703-792-6195

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CFA Bristow Sports Breakfast

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Published: 09/24/2012

CHICK-FIL-A® RESTAURANT AT BRISTOW TO HOST SPORTS BREAKFAST

featuring three former professional athletes and The Racing Presidents

Chick-fil-A® restaurant at Bristow will be hosting the Chick-fil-A Sports Breakfast on Saturday, September 29, 2012 from 8:30 am to 10:30 which will feature three former professional athletes, mascots, a race car, inflatables, and a cow drop.

The Sports Breakfast is the grand finale to a weeklong friendly, spirited competition between Brentsville District and Patriot High schools. From Saturday, September 22nd to Friday, September 28th the schools will be competing to see who has the most Chick-fil-A spirit. The winning school will receive $1,000 and the second place will receive $500.

Scheduled to appear at the Sports Breakfast and receive the Chick-fil-A at Bristow Inspiration Awards will be Benita Fitzgerald Mosley, 1992 Olympic Gold Medalist in Track & Field, Devon McTavish, Virginia native and former DC United soccer player, and Markita Alridge-Woods, former Washington Mystic player (WNBA).

The Racing Presidents, the bobblehead mascots of the Washington Nationals baseball team will make an appearance along with Screech (Nationals), Talon (DC United), G-Whiz (Wizards), Slapshot (Capitals), Pax the Panda (Mystics), and the Patriot (George Mason University).

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Giveaway: Chick Fil A Birthday and a PwcMoms Meetup

Published: 09/13/2012

How fun is this? Chick Fil A Bristow (9939 Sowder Village Square, Manassas VA) is not only inviting PwcMoms readers to come out on Monday, September 24th from 9:30 to 11 am for games, the cow, a raffle, and free chick-n-minis for the kids, they're also offering one lucky PwcMoms reader a free birthday party at CFA!

The Kid’s Birthday Package is a $100 value, which contains:
10- Kid’s Meals (4-count Nuggets) with Apple Juice 10- Mini Plush Cows
10- Silicone Bracelets
10- Birthday Cow Headbands
10-Balloons
10- Birthday Party Invites with envelopes 1- Oversize Birthday Card
1- Tablecloth

What fun!! So whether you're going to Party with PwcMoms on September 24th, or host your own shindig for your child's next birthday, Chick Fil A Bristow has an option for you!! Thanks CFA!

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PS- are you planning to join us on the 24th? There's no RSVP required, but I'd love to have an idea who to expect! If you're going to join us and you're so inclined, send an email to me and let me know I can expect you and your kiddos at Chick Fil A!

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Virginia Gateway Goodbye To Summer

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Published: 08/23/2012

Hey Bristow/Gainesville Peeps!! Check out this fun End of Summer party happening at Virginia Gateway!!

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Giveaway Results: Big Time Rush

Published: 08/13/2012

Well, that was certainly a lot of talking about Big Time Rush, wasn't it? Three months after our first "Big Time Contest" we've got all of our winners selected.

Contest 1- Kamlyn Jurgensen
Contest 2- Jessica Rodriguez
Contest 3- Erin Lowery

We hope they have a fantastic time at Jiffy Lube Live this weekend!!

If you didn't win, but you'd still like to go, you can visit LiveNation to buy your tickets. The concert takes place this weekend on August 19th at 7pm in Bristow, VA. Jiffy Lube Live is located at 7800 Cellar Door Drive in Bristow, VA. Tickets start at $20 for lawn seats, and go up to $79 for reserved seating.

Thanks also to the great people at Jiffy Lube Live and LiveNation for sponsoring this contest for us. We hope that you all have enjoyed it and that we'll be able to bring you more kid-friendly concerts in the future!!

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Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) in Prince William County

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Published: 08/07/2012

Are you absolutely at the end of your rope? Are you lonely and tired and overwhelmed by diapers? Honey, you need to get the heck out of your house.

No, seriously. Go.

And, honestly, there's no better place to do that than a place where other people understand what you're going through.

Mothers of Preschoolers, or MoPS is a fantastic organization that exists to support moms through the somewhat overwhelming years of infancy, toddlerhood, and preschool. Groups have various formats, including daytime with childcare, evenings for working moms, and even groups for teens. Moms NEXT exists to extend further support to mothers whose children are now elementary aged. These groups do have a fee associated to cover childcare/supplies/room rentals. While these groups are housed in churches, you do not have to be a church member or a Christian to belong. Also, note that most groups will let you come and try a meeting or two before joining. Frequently, scholarships or payment plans are available, too.

Here are some of our local groups:

MoPS Woodbridge:
First Baptist Church of Woodbridge offers online registration as well as a Facebook group. They offer 3 traditional MOPS on Friday mornings (1st/3rd or 2nd/4th from 9:30-11:30) with childcare as well as a 2nd and 4th Tuesdays from 7-9pm group without childcare. Registration is $94 for Fridays and $74 for Tuesdays.

Lake Ridge Baptist Church offers a group on the third Thursday of each month from 7-9pm. Membership is $53.95, and includes childcare on an as-needed basis.

Old Bridge UMC offers a group on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month from 7-9pm and the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month from 9:30-11:30 as a playgroup. Membership is $43.95 and includes childcare if required.

St. Margaret's Anglican Church has previously offered both MOPS and Moms Next, but is currently sharing worship space with another church. Check back for updates.

MOPS Manassas/Bristow Gainesville:
Manassas Baptist Church meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month from 9am-noon. Registration is $45 and childcare is available.

Mclean Bible Church Prince Wiliam Campus MOPS meets the 1st and 3rd Friday from 9:30-11:30am. Registration is $155. Childcare is provided.

Manassas Assembly of God hosts a group on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays from 9:30-11:30am, additional information is available by calling 703-368-2895

Gainesville United Methodist Church meets the 1st/3rd Wednesdays from 9:30-11:30am. Email gummops@gmail.com for additional information.

Am I missing your MOPS group? Shoot me an email! I'm happy to add you! Also, if you're a MOPS leader, I am available to come and speak to your group, for free. Email me for details on the topics I can cover.

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Giveaway: Big Time Rush III

Published: 08/06/2012

Do you hear that high-pitched squeal?

That is the sound of your daughter who has just realized that Jiffy Lube Live, right here in Bristow, VA, has teamed up with PwcMoms.com to give you THREE chances to win tickets to see Nickelodeon sensation "Big Time Rush" LIVE in concert this August!

Big Time Rush will be bringing down the house at Jiffy Lube Live August 19th. The tour will feature your favorite fab four (no- not those fab four, the new ones- Kendall, James, Carlos and Logan!) as well as special guest Cody Simpson.

So here's the deal. You've got several chances to win these amazing tickets! They're selling fast, and you definitely want to make sure your kid is at this concert!!

Giveaway 3 will last from August 6th (today) to midnight on August 11th. You can enter DAILY (each way) for your chance to win, so come back often and enter by:

1) Leaving a comment WITH AN EMAIL ADDRESS

2) Click "share" from any of the PwcMoms Facebook page posts about this contest and let your friends know they can enter. Make sure to leave a comment letting us know you did.

3) Tweet and leaving a link back to your tweet (click on the tweet, click details, copy the url) say whatever you'd like, but be sure to include a link to this contest page and tag @PwcMoms.
4) Send an email to me with "Big Time Rush" in the subject line.

You can also earn a one-time entry by "liking" PwcMoms on Facebook and leaving a comment that you did (or have already).

Best of luck, and we hope this contest adds a serious rush to your summer!

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Readers Recommend: Best Pizza in Prince William County

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Published: 06/22/2012

When I asked a reader question about the Best Real Pizza in Prince William County, I got a TON of responses! From Deep Dish in Dumfries to Meat Lovers in Manassas, you guys have some serious feelings about Pizza!! Here are the responses! If you have a favorite location for the Best Pizza in Prince William County, be sure to leave a comment!!

Tony's in Bristow/Manassas/Bull Run/Haymarket x25

(Manassas Location is the Best, We moved to Manassas from Woodbridge to be closer to that place!)

Astoria's 123/Route 1 in Woodbridge x15

(My husband's favorite and he went to culinary school! Best in the area!)

Amici's Pizza off Hoadly Road x5

(Run by an Italian Family. If you pick it up you get Buy One Get One free for Large One-Topping)

Presto Pizza in Merchant Plaza x5

(Woman is from Sicily, Run by Italian Family, Great Customer Service, grows her own basil)

Padrino's in Dale City x4

Pizza Margherita in Gainesville x4

Lake Ridge Pizzaria x3

Brooklyn Brothers in Gainesville (x3)

Papa Petrone's Take and Bake x3

zPizza x3

Brothers in Montclair x2

L&B in Dale City x2

Costco Pizza x2

Ledos of Liberia

Pizza Time in Manassas

Vocelli's

Bella Vita in Manassas on Liberia

Roma Restaurant in Lake Ridge

Big Joe's in Manassas

Pizza Spot in Manassas Park

Joe's Pizza and Subs on Route 1

Armetta's

Pizzarama in Manassas

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Summer Fun 101 at Piedmont Golf Club

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Published: 06/21/2012

Wakefiled School will be hosting free "Summer Fun 101" sessions for parents and children ages 3-6 at Piedmont Golf Club (14675 Piedmont Vista Drive Haymarket, VA). Reserve your free sessions by July 6th by calling 540-253-7600.

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Saturdays in the Garden with PWCMG's

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Published: 06/06/2012

The Master Gardeners of Prince William County offer "Saturdays in the Garden" each week in Bristow. Held at St. Benedict Monastery (9535 Linton Hall Road, Bristow VA 20136), each program is held from 9am-12pm and features concurrent adult and children's programming, however, children's programs are not drop-off, so plan to bring your gardening gloves, too!

Taken from the PWCMG Facebook Page

Satuday in the Garden

WhenSat, June 9, 9am – 12pm

WhereSt. Benedict Monastery, 9535 Linton Hall Road, Bristow 20136

DescriptionAttracting Beneficial Insects & Creating Interest During Four Seasons in the Garden. Children’s Program: Bee-Friend a Bug!

Saturday in the Garden

WhenSat, July 14, 9am – 12pm

WhereSt. Benedict Monastery, 9535 Linton Hall Road, Bristow 20136

DescriptionWhat’s Buggin’ My Plant & Composting Inside and Out. Children’s Program: Eat Your Garden!

Saturday in the Garden

WhenSat, August 11, 9am – 12pm

WhereSt. Benedict Monastery, 9535 Linton Hall Road, Bristow 20136

DescriptionThe Good, the Bad, the Tasty & Fall Vegetable Gardening & Extending the Season. Children's Program: Weave It To Me! Weave some grasses!

Saturday in the Garden

WhenSat, September 8, 9am – 12pm

WhereSt. Benedict Monastery, 9535 Linton Hall Road, Bristow 20136

DescriptionMaster Gardener Plant Sale! Go Native! Beauty & Benefits of Native Plants & Pocket Meadow: A Lawn Alternative. Children’s Program: Plant Your Pockets! Native flower gardening for kids.

Saturday in the Garden

WhenSat, October 13, 2012, 9am – 12pm

WhereSt. Benedict Monastery, 9535 Linton Hall Road, Bristow 20136

DescriptionGrow Your Own Winter Salad! & Preparing Your Landscape for Winter. Children’s Program: Garden Monster Mash! Make some applesauce

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Sleep 101 from Let Mommy Sleep

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Published: 06/02/2012

Let Mommy Sleep is presenting a Mission: Sleep fundraiser that will help out moms all over Prince William County! Join them in Bristow for a Sleep 101 class for new parents! Let Denise from Let Mommy Sleep help you learn to gently sleep train your baby so that you can get some much-needed rest!! Register at www.letmommysleep.eventbrite.com or call 703-201-2190. Class schedule is as follows:

-June 6th "Baby Steps: The Schedule"

-June 13th "Yes, Virginia! You WILL Sleep Again"

-June 20th "The Future of Sleep"

All classes are from 10-11am. $50/class or purchase the entire series for $120. This would be a great gift for a new mom, or even a mom to be, too!

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Summer Movies Free/Cheap!

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Published: 05/21/2012

Free/Cheap Movies All Summer Long!

Here’s a list of free or inexpensive movies in Prince William County!

Pillar Church and the Town of Dumfries will be hosting an outdoor viewing of the Muppets Movie on June 9th at 7pm outside town hall. Popcorn is free and soda/water/hotdogs/chips will be for sale.

Manassas Stadium 14 and Imax (11380 Bulloch Drive) will participate in the “Summer Movie Express” program where select G or PG Rated Movies show for just $1 on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings at 10:00am. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Will Rogers Institute. Traveling this summer? Find another participating Regal Cinemas/United Artist Theatres by clicking HERE

June 19/20- Journey 2 & Kit Kittredge: American Girl

June 26/27- Dolphin Tale & Happy Feet Two

July 3/4- Legend of the Guardians: Owls of Ga’Hoole & Yogi Bear

July 10/11- Cats & Dogs: Revenge of Kitty Galore & Hugo

July 17/18- Adventures of Tin Tin & Puss In Boots

July 24/25- Kung Fu Panda 2 & Rango

July 31/August 1- Rio & Spy Kids: All the Time

August 7/8- Chimpanzee & Hoodwinked Too

August 14/15- Arthur Christmas & The Smurs

**Movies are subject to change at the theater’s discretion**

Chick Fil A Virginia Gateway in Gainesville (5015 Wellington Road) will be hosting a free movie night on June 9th. The movie is outdoors and begins at 8:45pm. Film selection is “A Turtle’s Tale”. The rain date is June 16th, same time. Bring your own blanket/chair (and if your kids are like mine, bring some bug spray!)

Chick Fil A Bristow will host several free movie nights this summer. The planned schedule is as follows, but be sure to check their facebook for any updates.

June 1- Disney’s The Lion King

June 8- The Tooth Fairy

June 15- Alvin & The Chipmunks Chipwrecked

June 22- Up

June 29- The Princess Diaries

July 6- Fly Away Home

July 13- Disney’s Cow Belle’s

July 20- Veggie Tales

July 27- Firehouse Dog

August 3- Nickelodeon’s Barnyard

August 10- Everyone’s Hero

August 17- The Karate Kid

August 24- The Berenstain Bears

August 31- Herbie Fully Loaded

The ever popular University Mall Theater (across from GMU in Fairfax) runs $2 Tuesday all year long! On Tuesdays, all shows, small popcorn, and small sodas are $2 each. This may not be the “frilliest” or biggest theater you ever go to, but people, the price is right! In the summer, plan to go early to get your tickets as daycares and camps will show up and buy them out.

Madison Crescent in Gainesville (Route 15 and Route 29) will be hosting Free Outdoor Movies through June:
May 25- Kung Fu Panda 2
June 1- Cars 2
June 8- The Muppets
June 15- The Smurfs
June 22- Hugo

Manassas will have free summer movies starting at 8pm!
All movies are free, but the location changes!
6/29- Costello Park Happy Feet 2
7/13- Signal Hill Park Dolphin Tale
7/27- Signal Hill Park Cars 2
8/17 Costello Park The Lorax

--Watch for more! Comcast usually does at least one or two outdoor movies at the Government Center and as soon as I hear I'll let you know! Having your own movie event? I'm happy to share! Email me to get on this list for free! As with all PwcMoms.com lists, this information is current as of the date of publication. I am not in charge of the weather and only list cancellations that I am informed of, so please use common sense if the weather is not cooperating and plan accordingly, either by calling or making alternate plans for your evening.

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Week In Preview: May 21 to May 27, 2012

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Published: 05/21/2012

Hello readers! For those of you that are new, each week I try to provide a list of what's coming up in Prince William County that's kid friendly or family friendly so you know where to go! Here's my list of highlights for this week, but remember that you can always find a full calendar right here on the website! Also, be sure to check out our event map and contests while you're here!

Reminder: This is a long holiday weekend for most people, so plan for extra traffic and extra people. Also, be sure to call ahead to your favorite locations to make sure they're open BEFORE you head out the door!

Monday, May 21
On Mondays, Locust Shade Park offers reduced fees in their batting cage. This fantastic park also features put put, fishing, an amphitheater and more!
In the evening, it's Bedtime Story Hour at Chinn Park Library. These evening events can be a great way to finish your day. 7pm

Tuesday, May 22
It's Toddler Tuesdays at the Manassas Museum. This program is designed for younger preschool children and is $10. Pre-registration is encouraged but not required, but space is limited.
Got Teens? Manassas Park Community Center features a great lineup of classes. Everything from Whiffleball to Etiquette is offered, and the drop-in fee is only $2.

Wednesday, May 23
At 10:30am head over to Virginia Gateway (Gainesville peeps- this one's for you!) to catch the Great Zucchini! It's the return of "Little Tots" and it's a lot of fun for free!
From 11am-7pm, it's also Free Slurpee Day! Why not grab a cold one and meet a friend at a local park? We've got reviews of several great Prince William County Parks!

Thursday, May 24
Up for a field trip? On Tuesdays and Thursdays the Riverside Dinner Theatre in Fredericksburg offers discount seating to their current children's production. Right now it's "Seussical: The Musical" and you can bring your own lunch and enjoy the show for $12. Nut products are forbidden, so no PB&J.
From 6-7pm history enthusiasts can enjoy a "Fireside Chat" at Ben Lomond Historic site. This is a free program, but donations are accepted. Light refreshments will be served.

Friday, May 25
Strawberry season will be over before you know it, so make sure you get out to pick your own berries before the season ends! Yankee Farms in Nokesville is on our list, but we also recommend Westmoreland Berry Farm and have a list of Pick Your Own Produce Farms near Prince William County.
Northern Virginia Player's "Mulan Junior" starts tonight in Burke. Check out this great homeschool cast as they tell the story of a young girl who finds herself and saves her country.

Saturday, May 26
Wegmans' Gainesville Virginia location will host two "Sugar and Spice" kids in the kitchen classes on Saturday. Be sure to register in advance at the customer service desk.
From 10:30-1, your Pokemon enthusiast can meet with others at the Dale City Neighborhood Library for play and trading.

Sunday, May 27
If you're not going out of town for the long weekend, why not enjoy one of the local pools? If it's still too chilly for your outdoors, Chinn Park's indoor pool offers a special rate for family swim beginning at noon.
Like your water a little colder? How about ice skating at Prince William Ice Arena? Open skate is at 12 and 2.

Reminder- Have you signed up for Summer Camp and Vacation Bible School yet? These options fill up quickly, so be sure to check out our Prince William County Summer Camp Guide and our Prince William County Vacation Bible School Listing! If you need to add a camp or VBS, it's not too late! Just shoot me an email and I'll be happy to add your event!

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Virginia Gateway Summer 2012 Little Tots Schedule

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Published: 05/16/2012

Virginia Gateway in Gainesville, Virginia offers a great kid friendly series over the summer! "Little Tots" provides a free outdoor concert or presentation on select Wednesdays all summer long! Do watch the weather before you go, but these events are really fun! You can read some details from our guest poster Jessica in our Little Tots Gainesville post!

Here's the summer 2012 Little Tots schedule!

Wednesday May 23	Little Tots	10:30AM	The Great Zucchini

Wednesday June 6	Little Tots	10:30AM	John Henry England

Wednesday June 20	Little Tots	10:30AM	Mad Science

Wednesday July 11	Little Tots	10:30AM	Oh Susannah!

Wednesday July 25	Little Tots	10:30AM	Beowulf T. Wonderbunny

Wednesday August 8	Little Tots	10:30AM	Blue Sky Puppet Theater

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Chick Fil A Mother Son "Date Knight"

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Published: 05/15/2012

When it comes to fast food, nobody does it quite like Chick-Fil-A. From their friendly staff to great healthy options like grilled chicken nuggets and fruit cups, we're always really happy with our visits. Even their play places have always been clean at every location we go to. (Admittedly, we're not world travelers, but we have been to some CFA's in our time!)

One of the great parts about our local Prince William County Chick-Fil-A restaurants is that they're so kid-friendly! Whether it's family nights, movie nights, crafts, kids eat free, or special events, they're always fantastic about making sure your family can have fun! Last year, my husband and daughter attended the Father/Daughter Date night. My hubby was a little dubious about the whole thing when ~~I signed him up and didn't give him an option~~ he decided to go :). He wasn't sure what would make going with a reservation to fast food so special. However, they had a great time, and were so impressed that when Mother Son "Date Knight" came up, I knew my boys and I were going.

We went to the Woodbridge, Virginia Chick-Fil-A, and we were impressed by the set up! They turned the back half of the restaurant into a castle! The walls were draped with "stone" backdrop and they had balloons, crowns, and even cows with swords (see below)

Note the cocktail picks. :) The restaurant event took the time to give some fun talking points. My boys really enjoyed questions like "Would you rather live at the bottom of the ocean or on the moon?" and "Would you rather be a spider for a week or an elephant for a year?" They sound really silly, but it got everyone talking, and the tables around us all seemed to be enjoying them, too!

Next there was a "shield" we could use to make a family crest. On the back, it explains the different animals found on crests and what they symbolize. We decided to do an owl holding a fish because "Mommy wants us to make the wise choice, but we want to be crazy!" (Owls symbolize wisdom and fish symbolize energy).

The ever-friendly Chick-Fil-A staff (decked out with aprons and crowns) comes to take your order table side and delivers your meal on plates. You still pay, both for yourself and the kids, so plan accordingly. This is not a kids eat free night. However, you do get free dessert! We got to try the new chocolate chip cookies (which are way off in the cookie-to-chocolate ratio, and I mean that in a VERY good way!) and also had the option of a brownie or an ice dream.

Of course, the cow also made an appearance! We had a lot of fun and will definitely make plans to attend again in the future!!

You can sign up to get email alerts from your local Prince William County Chick-Fil-A Restaurant! You can also follow them on Facebook.

-Chick-Fil-A Bristow, Manassas Virginia
-Chick-Fil-A Woodbridge, Woodbridge Virginia
-Chick-Fil-A Signal Hill, Manassas Virginia
-Chick-Fil-A Sudley Manor Drive, Manassas Virginia
-Chick-Fil-A Virginia Gateway, Gainesville Virginia

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The Week in Preview May 14th to 20th, 2012

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Published: 05/14/2012

Happy Back-to-Normal Day! (Waking up with no cute Mother's Day cards shoved in your face is always such a let down on Monday morning!) I hope that you all had wonderful weekends!

For those of you that are new to PwcMoms, on Mondays I try to do a little preview of the week. These are just events that I decide to feature, but there are tons more by clicking "Calendar" at the top of the page. Also, check out the Event Map button, too, for a google map of the day's activities and even driving directions, if you need them!

Have a great week!

Monday

At 12pm, Chinn Library hosts their lunch bunch. Bring a bagged lunch and listen to stories in the library's community room. We've been to this event a few times and we always enjoy listening. You'll be eating on the floor, so crackers and cheese and grapes is a better idea than anything requiring silverware.

Also, in case you missed it over the weekend, we've got some amazing giveaways going on right now! First, enter to win a Bugaboo Cameleon Stroller from Baby Blossom (don't need a stroller? Why not try to win for a friend!). This contest is one entry only, but you can enter at any of 4 participating sites.

Second, we've got Big Time Rush tickets from Jiffy Lube Live! You can enter this contest DAILY for extra chances to win! (And in response to an email, yes, your spouse can also enter daily.)

It's Dollar Night at the Potomac Nationals, too! Even if you don't want to stay for the whole game (it's a school night, after all!) it's okay to leave if the tickets were only $1!

Tuesday

LLL of Woodbridge lost their normal meeting space and so this week, they will meet at Chinn Library. The time is the same, but please be sure to note the location change!!

Tuesday evening, our friends from Group Therapy Associates will be hosting two classes at Sport and Health Gainesville. You can register for these free classes (which come with a bonus 30 day membership!) at eventbrite here: Play Your Way To Fitness or Happier Healthier You. I think the "Play Your Way to Fitness" class sounds especially perfect for anyone with small children, but both should be fantastic!

Tuesday is also a huge day for Kids Eat Free. Don't forget I've got a list of Kids Eat Free options, and I'm happy to add any I'm missing! Just leave a comment!

Wednesday

At 10:30 am, if you've got a preschooler you're going to want to be at Chinn Library for a very special fire safety stour hour with a bonus visit from PWC Fire and Rescue (and their TRUCKS!).

Also, Central Library has an Animal Farm event coming up on the 23rd, and free tickets are available beginning today. Free tickets for these types of events always go quickly, so be sure to swing by!

Need an indoor option? Novak's Gymnastics has open gym at 10:45 and your first visit is free. After that it's just $5.

Thursday

From 10am-11am it's Kidgits week at Potomac Mills Mall! You can sign up for $5 and get special gifts each month, or just show up for the entertainment.

Bull Run Library's American Girls Book Club is tonight at 7pm. You must preregister, though, so be sure to call ahead!

Friday

From 6-9pm the JCC of DC will have a special family shabbat. This isn't PWC, but if your family is Jewish, this sounds like a really neat event! (PS- if you go, I'm not responsible for your kids wanting to dye their hair multicolored!)

Of course, Friday night is always a hit for kids night out at Jumping Jimmy's or Kids N Motion, but be sure to register in advance for these, too, as your date night won't happen if they don't have enough kids registered by Wednesday!

Saturday

There will be a health and fitness fair at Pfitzner Stadium from 10am-4pm. We're told there will be rock climbing, a petting zoo, coloring, BMX demonstrations and more.

Saturday is National Kids to Parks Day. All VA State Parks will have a celebration of some kind, so pick your favorite and head out! Featured on our calendar is one at Occoquan Regional Park with hiking, kayaking and fitness information!

Sunday

Sunday is Farmer's Market day at our house, but if you're looking for a few inside options, the Riverside Dinner Theatre in Fredericksburg is showing Seussical for their Kid's Matinee!

Ballet Fans? Manassas Ballet Theatre will be presenting Swan Lake at 7:30pm.

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Big Time Rush at Jiffy Lube Live: Giveaway 1

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Published: 05/12/2012

Do you hear that high-pitched squeal?

So here's the deal. You've got several chances to win these amazing tickets! They're selling fast, and you definitely want to make sure your kid is at this concert!!

Giveaway 1 will last from May 11th (today) to midnight on June 11th. You can enter DAILY (each way) for your chance to win, so come back often and enter by:
1) Leaving a comment
2) Click "share" from any of the PwcMoms Facebook page posts about this contest and let your friends know they can enter. Make sure to leave a comment letting us know you did.
3) Tweet and leaving a link back to your tweet (click on the tweet, click details, copy the url) say whatever you'd like, but be sure to include a link to this contest page and tag @PwcMoms.

You can also earn a one-time entry by "liking" PwcMoms on Facebook and leaving a comment that you did (or have already).

Also, don't forget to check out option 2- which is a contest!

Best of luck, and we hope this contest adds a serious rush to your summer!

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Big Time Rush at Jiffy Lube Live: The Contest

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Published: 05/12/2012

Do you hear that high-pitched squeal?

Want to win a pair of reserved section seats? We want to send you! For right now, all you need to do is show us you're a "Big Time Fan" by submitting your super-fan picture! Might be a poster, drawing, or your child posing, but we want to see how much you love Big Time Rush!

Pictures must be submitted via email in jpeg format NO LATER THAN JUNE 1, 2012 with the subject "Big Time Fan". Late entries will not be accepted. After June 1st, readers will be able to visit an online gallery and vote for their favorite Big Time Fan. Winner will be determined by the largest overall number of votes. More details about voting will be provided when the gallery goes live.

SO SEND ME YOUR PICTURES!! I can't wait to send someone to see Big Time Rush LIVE in some great seats!!

This prize is provided via JiffyLubeLive. PwcMoms.com is not responsible for concert content, travel expenses, or any problems/dissatisfaction on the part of the winner. Winner assumes any and all responsibility and/or liability by accepting the tickets provided. Winners will be selected via online vote. Pictures submitted will be used exclusively for this contest, but will be posted online and PwcMoms.com is not responsible for any third party use of pictures submitted. Entrants must ensure they have the legal right to submit pictures. Any pictures used that are not the property of the entrant, or that do not come with a photographer's release are subject to disqualification. Can't wait to win? Tickets are available from LiveNation.

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Kids Eat Free in Prince William County

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Published: 05/10/2012

Whether you are looking for a kid-friendly meal in Woodbridge, Haymarket, Lake Ridge, Occoquan, Manassas, or Gainesville, a play place may help, but kids eating free is the ultimate!

Please CALL FIRST before using this list. Restaurants make changes to their menus, policies, dates and times on a regular basis, but this is correct as far as I know as of the date of publishing. If you encounter a change, please leave a comment and let me know so I can correct it!!

Monday
Denny's 2 kids eat free with each paying adult. Drinks are not included. All locations.
Smokey Bones kids eat free from 5-7 p.m.; one child with each adult entree. 2601 Prince William Parkway Woodbridge
Los Toltecos True Mexican Cuisine offers a free child's meal with each adult entree. 4120 Merchant Plaza Woodbridge
Dumfries Pizza Hut Kids three-year-old and under are free for the lunch buffet and three to 10-year-olds are half price with each adult entree. 17982 Main Steet, Dumfries
At Cici's Pizza, kids three-years-old and under can have a free meal with each adult entree. 13600 Foulger Square Woodbridge
Amici's will give one free kid's meal to kids 10 and under for each adult meal purchase 12623 Galveston Court Manassas
Eggspectation has one kids meal free per adult meal purchased every Monday 8058 Crescent Park Drive Gainesville
Golden Corral offers free meals to children 3 and under with the purchase of an adult buffet every day 10801 Bulloch Drive Manassas
Columbus Grill, one kid's meal per adult meal every Monday and Tuesday 8349 Centreville Road Manassas
Salsarita's on Rte. 28 in Bristow (near Super Target). Free kids meals (1 per adult entree) from 3-7 p.m.
Cafe Rio in Manassas offers kids 6 and under a free quesadilla.

Tuesday

Denny's 2 kids eat free with each paying adult. Drinks are not included.

IHOP From 4-10 p.m. two children per adult eat free and drinks are $0.99. All Locations.
K2 Restaurant & Lounge From 5-8 p.m., children 12-years-old and under eats free with each adult entree. 14633 Jefferson Davis Highway Woodbridge
Moe's Southwest Grill On Tuesdays from 5-9pm patrons can receive one kids free meal with one adult entree. 12841 Galveston Ct, Manassas

Dumfries Pizza Hut Kids three-year-old and under are free for the lunch buffet and three to 10-year-olds are half price with each adult entree. 17982 Main Steet, Dumfries
At Cici's Pizza, kids three-years-old and under can have a free meal with each adult entree. 13600 Foulger Square Woodbridge
Mcdonald's inside the Walmart on Liberia Ave in Manassas. Kids' Night on Tuesdays from 5-9 p.m. Buy 1 Happy Meal, get 1 Happy Meal free.
At Applebee's on Tuesdsay, kids eat for $1. 13850 Noblewood Plaza Woodbridge
Uno's Kids Eat Free with purchase of adult meal. All day. 2680 Prince William Parkway Woodbridge
Bob Evans Kids eat free. One child per adult. 12 and under. 4pm-close. 14490 Smoketown Rd or 13900 Noblewood Plaza Woodbridge
Silver Diner in Woodbridge (near Potomac Mills). Kid's Night from 5-8 p.m. features a weekly activity such as a magician, etc. Kids who join their kid's club get a free kid's milkshake.
The Lion and Bull from 5-9pm, one kids meal free per adult meal purchased 5351 Merchants View Square Haymarket
Golden Corral offers free meals to children 3 and under with the purchase of an adult buffet every day 10801 Bulloch Drive Manassas
Red Hot and Blue, 4-9pm one free kid's meal per adult meal 8366 Sudley Road Manassas

Columbus Grill, one kid's meal per adult meal every Monday and Tuesday 8349 Centreville Road Manassas

Panda Express, one free kid per paying adult, nearest intersection is Smoketown and Prince William Parkway, Woodbridge

Cafe Rio in Manassas offers kids 6 and under a free quesadilla.

Wednesday

Denny's 2 kids eat free with each paying adult. Drinks are not included. All locations.

Cafe Rio in Manassas offers kids 6 and under a free quesadilla.

All American Steakhouse offers two kids free meals with an adult entree all day. 4179 Merchant Plaza, Woodbridge
Ledo Pizza offers a free kids meal per adult entree from 4-9 p.m. 8971 Ox Road, Lorton
Dumfries Pizza Hut Kids three-year-old and under are free for the lunch buffet and three to 10-year-olds are half price with each adult entree.17982 Main Steet, Dumfries
At Cici's Pizza, kids three-years-old and under can have a free meal with each adult entree.13600 Foulger Square Woodbridge
The American Steakhouse has kids eat free all day with the purchase of an adult meal. In the evening, they offer free face painting, too. 4179 Merchant Plaza Lake Ridge
Golden Corral offers free meals to children 3 and under with the purchase of an adult buffet every day 10801 Bulloch Drive Manassas
Buffalo Wild Wings, Kids eat 1/2 price from 5-8pm. Any participating location.

Thursday

Denny's 2 kids eat free with each paying adult. Drinks are not included.

Dumfries Pizza Hut Kids three-year-old and under are free for the lunch buffet and three to 10-year-olds are half price with each adult entree.17982 Main Steet, Dumfries

At Cici's Pizza, kids three-years-old and under can have a free meal with each adult entree. 13600 Foulger Square Woodbridge

Captain D's one free kids meal per adult meal purchased. 8911 Centreville Road Manassas

Golden Corral offers free meals to children 3 and under with the purchase of an adult buffet every day 10801 Bulloch Drive Manassas

Chik-Fil-A at Manassas Mall. Kid's Night from 5-8 p.m. and offers a free kid's meal with a paid adult meal.
Chik-Fil-A on Liberia Ave. in Manassas. Kid's Night from 5-8 p.m. and offers free kid's meal with a paid adult meal. Also features clown entertainment.

Cafe Rio in Manassas offers kids 6 and under a free quesadilla.

Friday

Cafe Rio in Manassas offers kids 6 and under a free quesadilla.

Denny's 2 kids eat free with each paying adult. Drinks are not included.

Dumfries Pizza Hut Kids three-year-old and under are free for the lunch buffet and three to 10-year-olds are half price with each adult entree.17982 Main Steet, Dumfries

At Cici's Pizza, kids three-years-old and under can have a free meal with each adult entree. 13600 Foulger Square Woodbridge

Golden Corral offers free meals to children 3 and under with the purchase of an adult buffet every day 10801 Bulloch Drive Manassas

Saturday

Denny's 2 kids eat free with each paying adult. Drinks are not included.

At Cici's Pizza, kids three-years-old and under can have a free meal with each adult entree. 13600 Foulger Square Woodbridge

Golden Corral offers free meals to children 3 and under with the purchase of an adult buffet every day 10801 Bulloch Drive Manassas
Qdoba on Liberia in Manassas has free kids meals on Saturday and on Sunday. They also have B1G1 free adult meals on Tuesdays so you can get a free kids meal or even order an adult size meal for your child and have leftovers.

Sunday

Cafe Rio in Manassas offers kids 6 and under a free quesadilla.

Denny's 2 kids eat free with each paying adult. Drinks are not included.

Hard Times Cafe offers one free child meal for ages 11 and under with each adult entree from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. 14389 Potomac Mills Rd Woodbridge

Panda Express on Liberia Avenue has kids eat free with adult meal purchase.

At Cici's Pizza, kids three-years-old and under can have a free meal with each adult entree. 13600 Foulger Square Woodbridge

Qdoba has kids eat free all day with the purchase of an adult entree and drink. 2824 Prince William Pkwy Woodbridge

Golden Corral offers free meals to children 3 and under with the purchase of an adult buffet every day 10801 Bulloch Drive Manassas

Brass Cannon (in Stonewall Golf Club behind Wegman's). Sunday brunch buffet is buy one adult buffet get one free. Kids under 6 also eat for free.
California Tortilla in Bull Run Plaza in Manassas. Kids eat free on Sundays after 5 p.m. with a paying adult.
Carmello's in Old Town Manassas. Kids eat free on Sundays (open for dinner only).
Qdoba on Liberia in Manassas has free kids meals on Saturday and on Sunday. They also have B1G1 free adult meals on Tuesdays so you can get a free kids meal or even order an adult size meal for your child and have leftovers.

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The First Tee Family Fun Event

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Published: 05/09/2012

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Piedmont Club will be hosting a Family Fun Event on June 10th from 12pm-6:30pm with family and couple 9 holes of golf, a massage therapist, kid friendly activities, a BBQ, a performance by Matt Waller, and more!

Timeline of Events:
12-4pm Kids Activities (bounce houses, face painters, etc.)
12:30pm BBQ on the patio
2-3pm Clinic
3pm Shotgun -- families on the front nine and couples on the back nine
5:30-6:30pm Light Hors D'oeuvres & apps with music on the patio

Admission is $25 per person and includes all activities, food, and fountain drinks; children 12 and under may attend free of charge.

All proceeds benefit The First Tee Campaign.

For more information and to make tee times, visit www.thefirsttee.org/campaign or, to attend the Family Fun Event, RSVP (703) 753-5922 ext. 221.

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Upcoming FREE Wellness Classes

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Published: 05/08/2012

May is mental health month and Group Therapy Associates has gotten together with Sport & Health to offer some workshops focused on combining good physical health and mental health to create a happier and healthier lifestyle.

The workshops are FREE and Sport & Health is giving anyone who is not already a member a free 30-Day membership for registering to attend any of the workshops. The workshops will be held May 11 (morning workshops) and May 15 (evening workshop).

One of the workshops is focused specifically on play and sounds fun for mommas!

The workshops are free but registration is necessary so that there are enough materials for everyone, and so that Sport and Health knows who's coming to workout!

Workshop option 1 is called "Happier and Healthier". This workshop will talk about how to live your best life with integrated wellness, noting that fitness and health begin as a thought process. To register, visit the link here for the eventbrite registration.

Workshop 2 is called "Play Your Way to Wellness" and will help you get fit and take better care of your children by learning to play your way healthy. To register, visit the link here for the eventbrite registration.

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Week in Preview May 7th to 13th 2012

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Published: 05/07/2012

A few notes for this week- we've got Teacher Appreciation Day/Week (depending on your school) so don't forget our ideas on Pinterest! Also, Mother's Day is Sunday, and if you're looking for some great ideas for mom in Prince William County, be sure to check out our post full of ideas sponsored by our friends at Let Mommy Sleep!

Also, someone emailed me to ask what happened to the "funny days", so I've added them in here :)

All week long from 3-5pm, it's Frappuccino Happy Hour at Starbucks. 1/2 price drink for you!

Monday, May 7th- Be Kind to Animals Week

It's Strawberry time, and Yankey Farms will have pick your own strawberries available. Be sure to call before heading out to make sure they haven't been picked over. Looking for other PYO items? We have a list here.

Tuesday, May 8th- Teacher Appreciation Day

Teacher Moms- note that the Chick Fil A on Liberia Ave will have a free sandwich (breakfast or lunch/dinner) for you all week long with your ID.

Tuesday night seems to be hot for kids eat free. Why not treat yourself to a night out of the kitchen, especially if you're a teacher!

Wednesday, May 9th- National Train Day (typically there is an event at Union Station, but not this year)

Live near Winchester? The PB&J club meets at 9am. It's a "drop-in program where kids (ages 1-5) can socialize, refind their motor skills, but most importantly Play, Bounce and Jump". $1.50 for residents, $3 for non-residents.

In the afternoon, Denise from Let Mommy Sleep will host a sleep seminar at Smalltalkers in Centreville (convenient to Manassas moms, appropriate for any of us with infants!) Tickets are $20 at smalltalkersllc.com and all proceeds go to Mission Sleep.

In the evening, head to Ben Lomond Historic Site from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. $1 when coming from the Sudley Manor Rd Chick-Fil-A. $2 for everyone else, for a Family Night about gardening. Children will be able to pick herbs and make a sachet.

Thursday, May 10th- NATIONAL CLEAN YOUR ROOM DAY (true story!!)

Well, I think the Clean Your Room Day says it all, but if your kids already have their rooms clean (ha!) then there are some great library and story events including Nokesville Library with Miss Glenna (10:30am), Abby's Lane (11am), Shenanigans at Central Library (4pm, Pre-register by phone is now allowed!), and Family Craft Night at Chinn (7pm).

Friday, May 11th- Military Spouse's Day

At 10am, LLL Manassas has their open meeting at Abby's Lane. Children are welcome, and nursing is, of course permitted!

Have older children? There's student ID night at Laser Quest (Woodbridge) in the evening, too!

Saturday, May 12th- Limerick Day

Decorate a cake for mom at Wegmans (all locations are participating, but times and prices vary). Wegmans Gainesville will also have two session of Kids in the Kitchen "Speedy Breakfast". Sign up in advance at the customer service counter for $5.

It's the opening day of the Virginia Renaissance Faire!! Be sure to check them out! It's also opening day closer to home at the Birchdale Skate Park at 10:30am.

Sunday, May 13th- Mother's Day

In addition to all the Mother's Day ideas, check out "The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe" at 2pm in Manassas brought to you by Kaleidoscope Theatre Company. This show is at Bull Run Regional Library and all ages are welcome.

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Wegmans May and June Kids in the Kitchen

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Published: 05/03/2012

Sorry Wegmans Potomac shoppers- if you want to get in on the great kid-friendly kids in the kitchen programs at Wegmans in May and June, you're going to have to defect to Lake Manassas, with the exception of make a cake for mom.

Image taken from www.wegmans.com

Here's what's coming up:

May 12- Decorate a Cake for Mom, prices and times vary by location
May 12- Speedy Breakfast at Wegmans Lake Manassas, 11am or 2pm

May 26- Sugar and Spice at Wegmans Lake Manassas, 11am or 2pm

June 9- Cool Jammin at Wegmans Lake Manassas, 11am or 2pm

June 23- Ice Cream at Wegmans Lake Manassas, 11am or 2pm

As a reminder, sign up for these events in advance at customer service. With your shopper's card, they're just $5.

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May 2012 Library Special Events Highlights

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Published: 05/03/2012

Instead of inundating you with 2,000 status updates, here are a few of the library events for this month that look kid-friendly and fun! Note the ones that require you to pick up free tickets or passes!! Prince William County Library events do fill up quickly, so mark your calendars now! These events are also on our calendar at the top of the page!

May 3rd Signing Storyhour at Chinn Park Library 10:30-11:00am
May 3rd Mother's Day Craft at Potomac Library- Arrive by 4pm to get free passes for the 4:30pm program

May 10th Shenanigans- Make Mom a Charm Bracelet at Central Library, Must Preregister in Person. 4:00pm
May 10th Family Craft Night at Chinn Library 7:00pm

May 12th Mad Hatter's Tea Party at Potomac Library- Free Tickets Required 2pm-3pm

May 13th The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe at Bull Run Library 2pm-3pm

May 16th Fire! Fire! Storyhour at Chinn Park Library 10:30am

May 17th American Girls Book Club at Bull Run Library- Must Preregister 7pm

May 23rd Animal Adventures at Central Library, Free Tickets Available May 16th 10:30am or 11:15am

May 31st Crafty Critter and Insect Exploration at Chinn Park Library 11am-1pm

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