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 few weekends.
Farmers Markets
The City of Manassas Farmers Market will be held at the Harris Pavilion on Saturdays. Saturdays, 9:00 am. to 1:00 p.m. | Harris Pavilion, 9201 Center St., Manassas
The Dale City Farmers Market is a producer-only market, meaning all products must be grown or made by the seller. Sundays, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. | Dale City Commuter Lot, Dale Boulevard & Gemini Way, Dale City
The Haymarket Farmers Market is now open on Sundays. Sundays, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | 15000 Washington St., Haymarket
NOVA Reptile Expo
Like reptiles? Then you’ll like this reptile show with live reptiles and supplies for sale by various vendors. Saturday, April 17, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. | Prince William County Fairgrounds, 10624 Dumfries Rd., Manassas
“What a Wonderful World” Virtual Storytime
First recorded in 1967 by Louis Armstrong, and with sales of over one million copies, “What a Wonderful World” has become a poignant message of hope for people everywhere. It’s the basis for this virtual reading by Darden Purcell, Director of Jazz Studies, Reva and Sid Dewberry Family School of Music, George Mason University. Presented by Hylton Performing Arts Center. Saturday, April 17, 10:15 a.m. | Online
Saturday Beer Garden Concert & Food Series
Experience local food vendors (2:00 to 8:00 p.m.) and musicians (6:00 to 9:00 p.m.) at the Outdoor Beer Garden at Water’s End Brewery in Lake Ridge. A full list of musicians and vendors will be available on their Facebook events page. Saturdays, April 17 and 24, 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. | Water’s End Brewery Lake Ridge Tap Room, 12425 Dillingham Sq., Lake Ridge
Creative Brush Art Show Opening Reception
The Creative Brush Gallery is pleased to present a group exhibition of new works, “Seven Expressions,” featuring gallery artists Kathy Dick, Michele Frantz, John Hartt, Kristine Pfeiffer, Josepha Phillips, Christine Raymond and Mary Reilly. The “Seven Expressions” Show will run from April 16 to May 29. Sunday, April 18, 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. | Creative Brush Gallery, 8951 Center St., Manassas
Route 1 Earth Day Community Cleanup
Come spend your Earth Day weekend keeping your community clean! Keep Prince William Beautiful and Woodbridge District Supervisor Margaret Franklin will be hosting an Earth Day Community Cleanup, working to tackle the litter problem on Route 1 from Woodbridge to Dumfries. Register here. Saturday, April 24, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. | Dr. A.J. Ferlazzo Building, 15924 Donald Curtis Dr., Woodbridge
Weems-Botts Bibliophiles: Historical Sword & Sorcery
Looking to escape into a world with swords, sorcery, and adventure? Read short stories that influenced the modern genre. Study the roots of this popular style and learn aboutgreat novels and great games to help you and your friends and family delve into the experience! Brew a cup of Bigelow’s Ginger Peach Turmeric tea as you read tales of adventure! Presented by Historic Dumfries Virginia, Inc. Register at 703-221-2218. Saturday, April 24, 10:00 a.m. | Zoom
Kite Festival
Launch kites into the sky at Signal Hill Park! Kites of all sizes are welcome. You may purchase a kite at the event while supplies last. Pre-registration is required if purchasing a kite. Saturday, April 24, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. | Signal Hill Park, 9300 Signal View Dr., Manassas Park
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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.
