By Prince William Living
It’s Wednesday and we’re Over the Hump! We’re here twice a month to give you the events happening in the area each weekend. Here are just a few of the events happening locally the next two weekends.
Trivia Night
Bring your “quaranteam” of up to six people and rent your 10-foot space in a socially-distanced picnic circle for a Let’s Talk Turkey Trivia Night in the Park, hosted by the Town of Occoquan. Mayor Earnie Porta will be the emcee that evening. Get ready to test your knowledge of the harvest season. Get your tickets here. Friday, Nov. 13, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. | River Mill Park, 458 Mill St., Occoquan
Campfires
Enjoy a campfire at Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre as you enjoy stories of the rural town that once held Prince William County’s seat. Hear stories of adventures and mishaps from jousting, floods, watch towers and more from the 19th and 20th centuries. Additional information and registration. Saturday, Nov. 14, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. | Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, 12229 Bristow Rd., Bristow
Hear the story of the Silent Sentinels and their night of terror at the Lorton Workhouse. Masks are suggested with required social distancing. Content may not be suitable for children under 10. Additional information and registration. Saturday, Nov. 14, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. | Rippon Lodge Historic Site, 15520 Blackburn Rd., Woodbridge
Occoquan Holiday Fest
The Town of Occoquan and the Occoquan Merchant’s Guild present Occoquan HolidayFest, three weeks of in-person and online activities, Nov. 20 through Dec. 13. The festival will feature a virtual tree lighting, gingerbread house competition, staged reading of A Christmas Carol, trivia night, holiday market, s’mores & cocoa event, raffle prizes, visit from Santa, seasonal workshops, and more. Learn more at occoquanguild.org/holidayfest. Begins Friday, Nov. 20 | Historic Occoquan
History Walk on the Boardwalk
Learn history along the Neabsco Creek Boardwalk. This history walk explores the story behind the Native Americans who inhabited the local area before English settlement. Leashed pets are welcome to join. Not all parts of the hike are accessible for wheelchairs. Additional information and registration. Saturday, Nov. 21, 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. | Neabsco Regional Park, 15125 Blackburn Rd., Woodbridge
National Take a Hike Day
Celebrate National Take a Hike Day at Locust Shade Park. Lace up your hiking shoes, bring a water bottle and spend the morning hiking the trails around the park. The hike concludes with an afternoon snack trail mix. Register at pwcparks.org or 703-792-7060. Saturday, Nov. 14, 10:00 a.m. | Locust Shade Park, 4701 Locust Shade Drive, Triangle
Children’s Day at the Museum Sponsored by Wal-Mart
Register for this free program to receive historical information about Virginia wildlife, details on how to participate in Project Squirrel, and a Zoom meeting to share and discuss your findings! Whether you want to observe your backyard or visit Merchant Park in Dumfries, it is time to see what squirrels are up to! Saturday, Nov. 21, 10:00 a.m. | Weems-Botts Museum, 3944 Cameron St., Dumfries, or online
National Museum of the Marine Corps
Commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War: Take a self-guided tour through the Museum’s gallery dedicated to the Vietnam conflict, and learn about Marines who played varied and important roles during this era. Then, commemorate the 75th anniversary of the conclusion of World War II: Visitors are invited to explore the role of the Marine Corps during World War II and learn more about the men and women who contributed to victory over Japan. Saturday, Nov. 21, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. (Vietnam) and 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. (World War II) | National Museum of the Marine Corps, 18900 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Triangle
Wine & Words
Where words meet wine. Enjoy discounted flights of wine while you mingle with the local literati – authors of all genres – history, mystery, fantasy, children’s books, poetry and more. Sunday, Nov. 22, 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. | Aroma Wine Tasting, 9249 Center St., Manassas
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Want to know what else is going on this weekend? Visit our Events Calendar. Have events of your own to submit? Email calendar@princewilliamliving.com.
These events are current as of the time we receive the information. While we make every attempt to be accurate, please check with the event sponsor or hosting organization prior to attending any event. Prince William Living is not responsible for event schedule changes or group policies.
