prince william county things to do 2012: Harris Pavilion Was Designed To Adapt To The Seasons - 12/13/12 01:44 PM

 
Whether its' winter ice skating, farmer's market, chili cook offs, festivals, community service events, summertime dancing or concerts Harris Pavilion in Historic Manassas has earned a reputation as one of the leading family oriented public recreation facilities in Prince William County.

 
The photo of the Bull run Troubadours is a prime example of one of the summertime musical performances at Harris Pavilion
 
 
However, summer has passed and the conversion to a winter ice rink has been made.  For details give them a call at
703-361-9800
 
 
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prince william county things to do 2012: Woodbridge Community Choir 2012 Holiday Concerts at Ferlazzo Building - 11/27/12 06:23 AM

 

We are fortunate in Prince William County to have so many musical organizations made up of musicians who volunteer their time and talent for our enjoyment.
If you have ever attended a performance by the Woodbridge Community Choir you know they are one of our outstanding vocal groups.  We took the photo below at their 2010 Holiday Season performance at the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Triangle




If you've never attended a performance your chance is coming in the beginning of December, 2012




Woodbridge Community Choir Holiday Concerts
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prince william county things to do 2012: Open Hearth Cooking Class At Brentsville Historic Centre 11/17/2012 - 11/12/12 06:14 AM

 
If you want an unusual Thanksgiving season experience consider learning the skills of open-hearth cooking. Join an experienced open-hearth cooking historian and learn the basic skills needed to prepare food over an open fire at Brentsville Courthouse  Historic Centre. You will learn how to build a fire and then prepare and cook three different dishes.  At the end of the program you will enjoy a taste of the food you cooked. The class will take place at the ca. 1850 Haislip Hall Farmhouse behind the 1822 courthouse pictured above

$40 per person; space limited, reservations required.
Call (703) … (4 comments)

prince william county things to do 2012: Americana #21 - Bluegrass at Harris Pavilion, Manassas - 10/04/12 05:26 AM

Whether its' winter ice skating, farmer's market, chili cook offs, railway festivals, community service events, summertime dancing or concerts Harris Pavilion in Historic Manassas has earned a reputation as one of the leading family oriented public recreation facilities in Prince William County.Harris Pavilion may be a modern facility, but it specializes in old fashioned outdoor entertainment that was so prevalent in America's small towns in the 19th and early 20th centuries. The bluegrass performance by Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition is an excellent example of the exciting and professional entertainment we've come to expect at Harris Pavilion.
Bluegrass roots go back to the … (16 comments)

prince william county things to do 2012: Why 80,000 to 100,000 People Enjoy The Prince William County Fair - 09/16/12 01:59 AM

Judging by the train photo at the right very colorful would be one excellent explanation.
More importantly, is the by-product of the rich and diverse Prince William County history which spans the period from 17th century American colonization to the present beginning with Captain John Smith sailing into the Occoquan River in 1608..
George and Martha Washington were frequent visitors to the county, even staying overnight at the circa 1747 Rippon Lodge - home of their friends the Richard Blackburn family. Two major Civil War battles were fought in Manassas. Quantico Marine Corps Base played an important Marine training mission in World II … (10 comments)

prince william county things to do 2012: Is This Any Way To Run A Navy? - 08/22/12 08:22 PM
You Bet It IsCountry Current is the US Navy's premier bluegrass/country musical ensemble. The seven man group is the only sanctioned country band in the US military. They have played for presidents, veteran's groups, festivals and at public facilities similar to Connaughton Plaza.
US Navy Country Current7:00 PMSaturday August 25, 2012Prince William County Government CenterPrince William County ParkwayWoodbridgeBring your lawn chairs and picnic baskets. Country Current performed at Harris Pavilion in Manassas in July. We've made a video to give you an idea that attendance at this week's performance will will be a foot stompin' event you will not want to … (16 comments)

prince william county things to do 2012: Quantico Marine Corps Band Concert At Marines Museum Friday 8/24/2012 - 08/22/12 08:55 AM


Located just across the street from the Quantico Marine Corps Base Main Gate the National Museum of the Marine Corps has become one of the most popular tourist attractions in the National Capital Area
It will be the site of an open air concert by the Quantico Marine Corps Base Band.


Quantico Marine Corps Band
Friday, August 24, 2012
7:00 PM
National Museum of the Marine Corps
18900 Jefferson Davis Highway
Triangle 22172

The concert is free. You are welcome to bring blankets, lawn chairs and your own food.
If you enjoy military bands I can assure you this one will have your patriotic … (0 comments)

prince william county things to do 2012: It's Time For The 2012 Prince William County Fair - August 10 - 18 - 08/02/12 09:58 PM

When you see this colorful sign on Old Route 234 in Manassas you know you are approaching the Prince William County Fairgrounds, home of the largest county fair in the Commonwealth of Virginia.The fair opened in 1949 to promote and publicize the agriculture of what was then rural Prince William County.Recent newspaper articles report that major changes and improvements have been made to both the facilities and programs. According to the fair's website, "Upwards of 90,000 to 100,000 spectators are expected to pass through the turnstiles this year". For More information about the 2012 Prince William County Fair go to … (22 comments)

prince william county things to do 2012: "Smokey" Winstead and Bull Run Grass for Bluegrass in Manassas VA - 07/28/12 06:53 AM

Centuries from now when historians look for things that are uniquely American, there is no doubt bluegrass will be high on the list.
Bluegrass roots go back to the 18th century when English, Irish and Scottish immigrants settled in Appalachia with their fiddles, reels and clogging. There is also an African American jazz influence. In both jazz and bluegrass one or more of the instruments play the melody and improvise while the remainder accompany it - a departure from old-time, traditional music where everybody in the orchestra played the melody together.
One of the most popular bluegrass bands in the Manassas and … (20 comments)

prince william county things to do 2012: US Navy Sea Chanters at Harris Pavilion Thursday July 26, 2012 - 07/24/12 08:19 PM

 
Whether its' winter ice skating, farmer's market, chili cook offs, railway festivals, community service events or summertime dancing Harris Pavilion in Historic Manassas has earned a reputation as one of the leading family oriented public recreation facilities in Prince William County."The Navy Band Sea Chanters is the United States Navy’s official chorus. The ensemble performs a variety of music ranging from traditional choral music, including sea chanteys and patriotic fare, to opera, Broadway, and contemporary music."
The US Navy Band Sea Chanters video is in the public domain
US Navy Sea ChantersThursday, July 26, 2012Choral Music7:00 PM to 8:00 … (2 comments)

prince william county things to do 2012: Bull Run Grass at Harris Pavilion Sunday July 22, 2012 - 07/21/12 11:35 AM

Whether its' winter ice skating, farmer's market, chili cook offs, railway festivals, community service events or summertime dancing Harris Pavilion in Historic Manassas has earned a reputation as one of the leading family oriented public recreation facilities in Prince William County. If you enjoy bluegrass music this show is for you. Bull Run Grass is a Virginia based musical phenomenon that entertains locally

Bull Run GrassSunday July 22, 2012
Bluegrass
3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
9116 Center St Manassas

For full details call 703 -361-6599
One of the many reasons Prince William County is experiencing rapid growth is the many recreational opportunities throughout the year.Summer … (6 comments)

prince william county things to do 2012: Luncheon Concerts at Harris Pavilion Every Wednesday - 07/15/12 10:41 PM

Harris Pavilion in Historic Manassas has become one of the most popular special events facilities in both Manassas and Prince William County.
Of course, its' convenient location in the central part of Prince William County is an important factor.
Hwever, the architecture has played an equally important role. Although it is covered and open it lends itself to use in most weather conditions. It is home to festivals, Sunday concerts, Saturday dances, movies, chess tournaments, railway festival, wine and cheese festivals, weekly farmers market, chili cook off as well as being available to rent for private functions. During winter months it is converted … (2 comments)

prince william county things to do 2012: US Navy Country Current at Harris Pavilion Thursday July 12, 2012 - 07/11/12 06:39 AM

 
Whether its' winter ice skating, farmer's market, chili cook offs, railway festivals, community service events or summertime dancing Harris Pavilion in Historic Manassas has earned a reputation as one of the leading family oriented public recreation facilities in Prince William County."The United States Navy Band Country Current is the Navy's premiere country-bluegrass ensemble. Under the direction of Senior Chief Musician Keith Arneson, Country Current is nationally renowned for its versatility and "eye-popping" musicianship, performing a blend of modern country music and cutting-edge bluegrass."
The US Navy Band Country Current video is in the public domain
US Navy Country CurrentThursday, … (6 comments)

prince william county things to do 2012: Bull Run Troubadours at Harris Pavilion Sunday July 8, 2012 - 07/05/12 12:55 AM

 
Whether its' winter ice skating, farmer's market, chili cook offs, railway festivals, community service events or summertime dancing Harris Pavilion in Historic Manassas has earned a reputation as one of the leading family oriented public recreation facilities in Prince William County.The Bull Run Troubadours are members members of the Barbershop Harmony Society, the world's larget all male barbershop harmony organization. "We sing at hospitals, museums (USMC! & Manassas), senior centers, malls, churches, historical sites, baseball & basketball games, festivals, stores, just about anywhere and everywhere"

Bull Run TroubadoursSunday, July 8, 2012Barbershop Chorus and Quartets3:00 PM to 4:30 PM9116 … (4 comments)

prince william county things to do 2012: John Philip Would Love It - 07/02/12 10:06 PM

John Philip Sousa wrote "Stars and Stripes Forever" on Christmas Day in 1896. It is one of his best known marches
I suspect there isn't a marching band in America that doesn't have the music in its' repertoire for patriotic holiday parades
The Commodores are the US Navy's premier jazz ensemble. We enjoyed their version of the Sousa classic at a Harris Pavilion concert in Manassas
Now we hope you enjoy the video we made of their adaptation just as we are certain John Philip Sousa would have enjoyed it.HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMERICA
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prince william county things to do 2012: US Army 257th Band at Connaughton Plaza Monday 7/2/2012 - 07/01/12 07:40 AM

US Army 257th Band7:00 PMMonday July 2, 2012Connaughton PlazaBring your lawn chairs View Connaughton Plaza, Woodbridge in a larger map
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ The Kruschkas are long term Prince William County residents with 36 years experience as real estate brokers serving Woodbridge, Manassas, Dumfries, Manassas Park, Bristow, Brentsville, Gainesville and Haymarket.
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prince william county things to do 2012: Panquility Steel Drums Return to Harris Pavilion Saturday 6/30/2012 - 06/29/12 01:24 AM

Whether its' winter ice skating, farmer's market, chili cook offs, railway festivals, community service events or summertime dancing Harris Pavilion in Historic Manassas has earned a reputation as one of the leading family oriented public recreation facilities in Prince William County. Panquility is the Washington Metropolitan Area's premier steel drum band whose sounds of the Caribbean have thrilled audiences for many years. I made the short video below at the Harris Pavilion performance in 2011. Their energy and enthusiasm reverberates throughout their music.


PanquilitySaturday, June 30, 2012Caribbean Sounds6:30 PM to 8:00 PM9116 Center Street

For full details call 703 -361-6599
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prince william county things to do 2012: USN Commodores Are Docking In Manassas Thursday June 28, 2012 - 06/27/12 11:06 AM

Whether its' winter ice skating, farmer's market, chili cook offs, railway festivals, community service events or summertime dancing Harris Pavilion in Historic Manassas has earned a reputation as one of the leading family oriented public recreation facilities in Prince William County. The United States Navy Commodores are the fleet's premier jazz combo. They play both jazz classics as well as their own compositions. The rafters at Harris Pavilion will be groovin' when they take the stage. We made this video with an adaptive version of "America The Beautiful" in 2011 when they performed in Woodbridge

USN CommodoresThursday, June 28, 2012
Jazz
7:00 … (14 comments)

prince william county things to do 2012: Combined Community Bands at Connaughton Plaza Thursday 6/21/2012 - 06/20/12 05:26 AM


Prince William Community BandandGrove City Community Winds7:00 PMThursday June 21, 2012Connaughton PlazaBring your lawn chairs The Prince William Community Band is an all volunteer orchestra in the old tradition of late 19th and early 20th century community bands that are experiencing a very strong revival. The Grove City Community Winds is coming to the area from Ohio.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ The Kruschkas are long term Prince William County residents with 36 years experience as real estate brokers serving Woodbridge, Manassas, Dumfries, Manassas Park, Bristow, Brentsville, Gainesville and Haymarket.
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prince william county things to do 2012: Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge Is A Woodbridge VA Treasure - 06/11/12 08:20 PM

The 642 acre Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge lies east of Woodbridge VA at the junction of the Potomac and Occoquan Rivers.
When Captain Smith explored the area in the early 17th century there was a thriving Doeg Indian Village.
After colonization the site was farmed privately with cows and crops. The US Army acquired it in 1950 for use as a radio transmitting stationThe base mission was changed to secret research in the 1970's. The base's role as a wildlife habitat continued all during this periodThe site was acquired by the US Fish & Wildlife Service when the base was closed in … (28 comments)

 
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