family fun

Provided by 5W Public Relations Bowlmor AMF, the worldwide leader in bowling entertainment, is celebrating bowling’s biggest day—National Bowling Day—with the launch of “Bowlmojis,” a brand-new way to add striking fun to every text message you send! The Bowlmojis sticker pack features more than 40 colorful, animated bowling emojis for use with your smartphone. The app is fun, free to …

Story and Photos By Amanda Causey Baity When the weather starts to warm up, I always think of movie nights, which my family loves. Movie nights are even more fun when you bring them outdoors. My family only does this a few times a year since it takes a little extra effort, but the results and memories are worth it. …

Provided by Prince William Public Library System The Prince William Public Library System (PWPLS) offers a number of programs throughout the year for all ages including families, children, teens and adults. PWPLS would like to highlight some of those programs and events below. Please visit our website (pwcgov.org/library) to learn more about all of the events offered for the month. …

Story and Photos By Amanda Causey Baity We’re all captivated by the wonder of our galaxy—its faraway planets, many moons and falling stars. On clear summer nights, this vast expanse seems to beckon us to journey into deep space. Though you can’t climb into the family rocket and take a spin—not yet, anyway—you can take your little ones on a …

Story and Photos By Amanda Causey Baity Hypertufa was developed in the 1930s to replicate the stone troughs that were popular among English gardeners in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The lightweight stand-ins were not only easier to come by, but also easier to transport. Thanks to their porous nature, the pots were ideal for plants needing good …

Provided by Prince William Public Library System Join us for a family-friendly fun celebration! We’ll have a Mini Zoo, ice cream, a naming dedication and a moment to recognize 30 years of Independent Hill Neighborhood Library. Prince William Public Library and Coles District Supervisor Martin E. Nohe are joining to hold a fresh spring festival that’s fun for the whole family! …

Provided by Prince William Public Library System The Prince William Public Library System (PWPLS) offers a number of programs throughout the year for all ages including families, children, teens and adults. PWPLS would like to highlight some of those programs and events below. Please visit our website (pwcgov.org/library) to learn more about all of the events offered for the month. …

By Ashleigh Balsamo Looking for an outdoor activity full of food and fun for the entire family? Well, look no further — Taste of Woodbridge at Stonebridge Town Center is coming this June! Join more than 150 of the community’s best vendors, including local restaurants, food trucks, businesses and more for the annual Spring “Feast-ival.” The event, which is hosted …

Story and Photos By Amanda Causey Baity As summer is rapidly approaching and this month is Earth month, I have a trash-to-treasure craft and recipe option for you. Do one or both! The mason jar solar lights craft is the most popular post on my blog, and I am always trying to find ways to reinvent it. I hope you …

Provided by Prince William Fire & Rescue Sports participation is a major cause of serious injury among youth making sports activities, the second most frequent cause of injury for male and female adolescents. According to John Hopkins Medicine, 30 million children and teens participate in some form of organized sports in which more than 2.6 million children, 19 years of …