woodbridge things to do: Women's Journey Through Time at Rippon Lodge Woodbridge VA
- 03/07/12 02:45 AM
"Family History Day - Women's History" will be presented at Rippon Lodge. There will be guides in period dress to lead women's journey through time, fashion, etiquette, leisure activity, work routines and much more. Rippon Lodge 15500 Blackburn Road Woodbridge 22191 Saturday March 10, 2012 11 AM to 4 PM $7 per person - children under 6 free ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ The Kruschkas are long term Prince William County residents with 35 years experience as real estate brokers serving Woodbridge, Manassas, Dumfries, Manassas Park, Bristow, Brentsville, Gainesville and Haymarket.Experience Isn’t Expensive – It’s PRICELESS If you plan to buy or sell a Prince William County home or property … (4 comments)
Living in the shadow of the nation's capital it is not at all uncommon for people to think we all rush into Washington, DC on the Fourth of July to watch the fireworks.To paraphrase the Gershwin classic, "It ain't necessarily so - that to DC all of us go." There are many local celebrations throughout Northern Virginia. Here in Prince William County the celebration in the City of Manassas at the train depot and Manassas Museum starts July 4, 2011 at 4:00 PM with rides, live music, carnival food, red, white and blue hayride and fireworks at 9:15 PM.Since … (36 comments)
Rippon Lodge is thought to be the oldest colonial home in Prince William County. It certainly is among the oldest in Northern Virginia. It was built about 1747 by Richard Black-burn of Ripon, an old cathedral town in England. Colonel Thomas Blackburn, his son, was a contemporary and fought with George Washington. In that period the families of Mount Vernon and Rippon were on very intimate terms. George Washington even made reference in his diary to overnight stays at Rippon Lodge with Mrs. Washington Its' ownership changed over the years, but was last owned by Admiral Richard Blackburn Black, another descendant … (16 comments)
woodbridge things to do: Prince William Community Band Sesquicentennial Concert Sunday June 26,2011
- 06/25/11 03:20 AM
2011 marks the 150th anniversary of the First Battle of Manassas during the Civil War. Prince William County and the cities of Manassas amd Manassas Park have scheduled numerous commemorative events during the year throughout the area. The Prince William Community Band will perform a sesquicentennial concert featuring music of the Civil War era at Connaughton Plaza Community bands were the musical centerpiece in many a town across the US in the mid to late19th century and early 20th centuries. It is an art form that suffered a decline after World War I, but is alive and well again throughout the country. There is … (4 comments)
woodbridge things to do: Golf Comes In Two Sizes In Lake Ridge, Woodbridge VA
- 05/19/11 03:15 AM
Small and Large One of the unique advantages of living in Lake Ridge is that Prince William County very thoughtfully built a park and marina within the subdivision. As you can see they even added miniature golf for people at my level of expertise. The Lake Ridge golf course is one of four public courses in the county.
Since not everyone in Lake Ridge is a golfer, children and adults can enjoy one or all of our five swimming pools and a Sprayground for little Lake Ridgers.
There is more good news about Lake Ridge Lake Ridge is one of the ten largest subdivisions … (12 comments)
woodbridge things to do: Community Band Festival At Connaughton Plaza May 22, 2011
- 05/16/11 02:29 AM
Connaughton Plaza at the Prince William County Center on the Prince William County Parkway has scheduled summer musical entertainment again in 2011. One of the very popular events is the community band festival. The Prince William Community Band is the host organization - it and other area community bands will entertain us Sunday May 22, 2011 2:00 to 6:00 PM Admiission is Free Bring you lawn chairs or blankets, picnic lunch and enjoy the music of a community band. Community band music was the musical centerpiece in many a town across the US in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It … (4 comments)
woodbridge things to do: New Dominion Choraliers Spring Concert May 14 and 15, 2011 at Potomac High School
- 05/14/11 10:39 AM
The New Dominion Choraliers Spring Concert "A Celtic and American Tapestry" will be performed this weekend at Potomac High School in Dumfries. The first half of the program will feature Welsh, Irish and Scottish melodies, Irish dancers and bagpipe musicThe second half of the program will have you clapping hands and tapping your feet to well known American folk songs and spirituals. New Dominion Choraliers Spring Concert Potomac High School 3401 Panther Drive, Dumfries Saturday, May 14 7:30 PM and Sunday, May 15 3:30 PM Adults $10.00 Seniors and Students $5.00 Children 4 and under admitted free ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ My Team has 35 years experience in Woodbridge, Dumfries, Manassas, Bristow, Gainesville, Haymarket Prince William County Experience … (2 comments)
woodbridge things to do: Lake Ridge Boys And The Occoquan Reservoir Were Meant For Each Other
- 05/06/11 02:08 PM
The Occoquan Reservoir is a 2,100 acre fresh water preserve that offers a young Lake Ridge boy a unique educational opportunity that can benefit him his entire life. FISHING SCHOOL IS A MUST AFTER GRADUATION CONTINUING EDUCATION IS AVAILABLE WHEN YOU ARE ABLE TO "DRIVE" YOU CAN EXPLORE THE RESERVOIR FISHING IS PART OF A WISE MAN'S RETIREMENT PLAN
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ My Team has 35 years experience in Woodbridge, Dumfries, Manassas, Bristow, Gainesville, Haymarket Prince William County Experience Isn’t Expensive – It’s PRICELESSIf you plan to buy or sell a Lake Ridge or other Prince William County home or property … (16 comments)
As we approach the tenth anniversary of the massacre of 3,000 Americans at the destruction of the World Trade Center, damage and loss of life at the Pentagon and the "Let's Roll" heroes at Shanksville PA who prevented a larger catastrophe at either the Capitol or White House the Manassas Chorale will be in concert at the Hylton Performing Arts Center located on the George Mason University Prince William County campus. To me, one of the highlights will be that selected vocally talented Prince William County elementary school students will sing with the chorale on several selections. Also, the chorale will … (16 comments)
BRENTSVILLE COUTHOUSE HISTORIC CENTER1229 Bristow Road, BristowSaturday April 1611:00 AM to 2:00 PM$5.00 per child over 2 years ++++++++++++++++++++++++
DUMFRIES-TRIANGLE RESCUE SQUADMerchant Park, Triangle Duke and Cameron StreetSaturday April 1611:00 AM to ? ++++++++++++++++++++++++
LAKE RIDGELRPRA Office12350 Oakwood Drive, WoodbridgeSaturday April 239:00 AM to ?Call 703-491-2154 to pre-registerby Wednesday April 20 ++++++++++++++++++++++++ FESTIVAL AT OLD BRIDGE SHOPPING CENTEROld Bridge Road at Dillingham, WoodbridgeSaturday April 1611:00 to 1:00 PMFree ++++++++++++++++++++++++ RIPPON LODGE HISTORIC SITE155520 Blackburn Road, WoodbridgeSaturday April 2311:00 AM to 3:00 PM$7.00 per child over 2Advance registration is recommended at703-499-9812 ++++++++++++++++++++++++ … (18 comments)
Of all the programs that Franklin Delano Roosevelt implemented shortly after he assumed the presidency in 1933 the two that left a great physical legacy were the Works Progress Adminiatration (WPA) and the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). Both agencies had the goal of putting a large number of unemployed to work on community infrastructure projects. The CCC recruited young men 17 to 25 years of age. In Prince William County they were assigned the task of building Camp Chopawamsic (now Prince William Forest Park) to provide both recreational and educational opportunities for poor inner city children. Prince William Forest Park has … (16 comments)
woodbridge things to do: Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra at Potomac Point Winery March 5, 2011
- 02/26/11 08:21 AM
No, there is not a typo in the title of this blog. The Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra will be performing opera at the Potomac Point Winery, 275 Decatur Rd, Stafford 22554 on Saturday March 5, 2011. The ballroom at the winery can hold 150 people. Since it is a fundraiser for the non-profit orchestra they are obviously hoping the event will be sold out. The generosity of management at Potomac Point makes it possible for this event to be very populary priced at $30.00 per person and will includeDoors opening at 2:30 forHors D'oeuvres by Le Grand Cru CaterersTwo glasses of wineConcert at … (6 comments)
woodbridge things to do: Donna Baldwin To Perform at Hylton Performing Arts Center March 5, 2011
- 02/26/11 08:20 AM
Donna Baldwin of Manassas will perform Beethoven's Piano Concerto No.1 at the Hylton Performing Arts Center on Saturday, March 5, 2011 at 7:30 PMShe will be the soloist during the NOVA Manassas Symphony Orchestra "Mardi Gras" performance who will flank her performance with Dvorak's Carnival Overture Grofe's Mississippi Suite Thomson's Acadian songs and Dances Khatchaturian's Masquerade Suite For event pricing and to order tickets click on Ticket Information
Last Spring I was taking photos of the Occoquan and Belmont Bay areas and decided to drive into the Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge. I came upon an Osprey's nest (not that unusual along the shoreline of the Occoquan and Potomac Rivers), but this one was different. There was a chick in the nest which can be seen just peeking out from under the female. Although the parents were quiet, they kept a watchful eye on me. However, the chick was doing a little bird, "Cheep,Cheep,Cheep". I kept my distance so as not to disturb them. Finally, the chick … (18 comments)
Just when you think there is not enough land to support 100 homes one subdivision pops up with 1,100 of them. Eagle's Pointe is a KHovanian project along US Route 1 convenient to transportation, shopping and recreational facilities. The community features an elegant clubhouse and pool complex, but think outside the community RECREATION Dale City Rec Center is approximately 15 minutes away on Minnieville Road with year round pool, fitness center and other recreational activities including an outdoor baseball batting cage. Water Works Waterpark is approximately 20 minutes on Dale Boulevard in Dale City Prince William … (3 comments)
woodbridge things to do: What A Wecome Sight On A Sunny Sunday In February
- 02/06/11 06:37 AM
All across much of America we have had more winter than many of us bargained for except kids who enjoyed sledding instead of studying. When we went to church this morning it was a sunny and balmy 45°.Our church has a new building about 5 years old with a line of young cherry trees between the parking lot and church building. I was surprised and pleased to have it confirmed that the National Capital Area's famous cherry trees will be in full bloom again this year.Tourists gravitate to the Tidal Basin in DC for their view. However, those of us … (34 comments)
woodbridge things to do: Enjoy Numerous Holiday Concerts 12/4/2010 - 12/5/2010 In Eastern Prince William VA
- 12/03/10 09:28 AM
Those of us who live in eastern Prince William County are fortunate to have four outstanding musical organizations in our midst. Two are choral groups, one a concert band and one a chamber orchestra. This weekend all four of them will be performing Holiday Concerts in the area. Although there is some unavoidable overlap their concerts are scheduled on days and times that should enable you to enjoy several, if not all. Saturday, December 4 4:00 PM Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra Covenant Presbyterian Church 5640 Hoadly Road, Manassas +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 7:30 PM Potomac High School 3401 Panther Pride Dr, Dumfries ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 7:30 PM New Dominion Choraliers Gar-Field High School 14000 Smoketown Rd, Woodbridge $10 Adults, $5 … (0 comments)
woodbridge things to do: Is Santa Really Coming To Woodbridge VA On A Train?
- 11/28/10 02:54 AM
Everybody knows that Santa makes his rounds with his sleigh and 8 tiny reindeer on Christmas Eve. What most people don't know is that Santa has been in love with trains for a very long time. He's making a special visit to Woodbridge on a train. Why do you think the Marines chose a train as the logo for the Toys For Tots campaign? Also, take a look at the mechanical train he left my father in 1922 - almost 90 years ago.
Santa and Mrs Claus will arrive in Woodbridge VA aboard the Prancer Express on Saturday December 11, 2010. … (3 comments)
woodbridge things to do: Everybody - Head For The Shed
- 11/07/10 10:31 AM
One of the advantages of living in Lake Ridge is that the subdivision sits along the shore of the 2,100 acre Occoquan Reservoir. Lake Ridge is the only subdivision with a Prince William County Park and Marina enabling you to do everything you would do in any lake except swimYou can launch your own power boat or rent kayaks, canoes, jon boats with motor or paddle boats. As you can see by the foliage the boat rental season is over and the equipment is headed for winter storage and refurbishing.
However, they'll be back next Spring ready for Lake … (12 comments)
Each year in the Fall a merry band of Lake Ridgers board a bus and head out into wine country for the official Tasting of the Grape Tour. Saturday November 13, 2010 Depart from/Return to LRPRA Lot 9:30 AM to 7 PM Bring a Picnic Lunch Wineries includeStart in Loudoun County at Breaux VineyardsQuattro Gumbas Winery at lunchtimeEndining at Paradise Springs Winery in Clifton$70 per person before 10/27, $80 per person after. Pe-registration required at LRPRA 703-491-2154 Events of this type attest to the many interesting activities and programs offered to residents by the Lake Ridge Parks and Recreation Association. Their program development is a … (18 comments)
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