Shape the future of Prince William County and voice your opinions on what matters most to you on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 7. Get all the information you need, including candidate lists, polling locations and hours, and more at pwcvotes.org. You can also skip the lines and vote early, but don’t wait! Early voting ends Saturday, Nov. 4.
, at 10 a.m. The event will be held at the Freedom Park War Memorial, located at 1 County Complex Court in Woodbridge. Attendees are encouraged to park in the lot on Ricter Way.
The county’s historic properties have several events happening this month. The 275th Anniversary Celebration Finale for Rippon Lodge on Nov. 4 is a free event that welcomes all to experience a day full of colonial living history demonstrations and impressions, military encampments, civilian and enslaved life in Virginia, tours of the lodge, crafts, games and more. On Nov. 18, prepare a 19th Century Thanksgiving Meal using techniques and equipment commonly used in the 19th century. From roasting meat and dressing using a reflector oven, to baking bread and desserts, boiling vegetables in cast iron pots, learn how food was prepared in the days when wood fires and Dutch ovens were the normal way to prepare dishes using authentic Victorian recipes. Find out more!
Celebrate America Recycles Day on Wednesday, Nov. 15, by reviewing your daily habits and committing to reducing, reusing and recycling! Adults and kids can take the “I Recycle” Pledge between now and Nov. 20. Commit to creating a more sustainable and eco-friendly future and win prizes!
With daylight fading earlier, it can be difficult for drivers to notice pedestrians and those on bicycles. The Prince William County Police Department invites residents to be “Street Smart” and urges everyone to be aware of pedestrian and bicyclist safety. The “Street Smart” education and enforcement campaign, which runs through Nov. 19, aims to reduce the number of pedestrian and bicycle crashes with motor vehicles.
The Prince William Area Continuum of Care is recruiting volunteers for the 2024 Point in Time (PIT) Count in January. The PIT provides a "snapshot" of the nature and extent of homelessness in our area. The data collected during the count informs funding decisions, supports services and resource planning, and raises public awareness about homelessness. Registration to volunteer closes on Dec. 5, 2023, at 11:30 p.m.
Another piece of the Route 1 Widening project is finished. The newly completed section between Featherstone and Marys Way widened Route 1 from a four-lane undivided highway to a six-lane- divided highway with a five-foot-wide sidewalk along the road.
Recently, the Welcoming Library: Traveling Collection was awarded to Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) by the Library of Virginia. It's a collection of 30 acclaimed picture books that feature New Arrival and New American families, discussion materials and a pop-up book display. PWPL also received a collection of books curated by I'm Your Neighbor Books, a nonprofit organization that strives to build a more welcoming nation with children's literature. The books can be read onsite at the Manassas City and Potomac Libraries, where they will be displayed together.
Prince William County Fire & Rescue System recently launched the File of Life Program to assist first responders in quickly obtaining accurate medical history of patients who are unable to provide one. The program involves placing a File of Life card in a clear magnetic pouch on the refrigerator. In the event of an emergency, first responders can quickly gather the necessary information from the card, which can make all the difference in providing timely and appropriate care.
The 15th Annual Mental Health Awareness Art Show recently took place and brought together various mental health advocates, residents, and staff from Prince William Community Services to celebrate artists and writers who are living with mental health disorders. The event aimed to raise awareness about mental health and the services offered by the county while celebrating the individuals who have been served and showcasing their recovery process. Attendees were also provided with resources and educated about how they can help fight the stigma surrounding mental health.
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