February 14 is Valentine’s Day! Plan now for that perfect, special gift!
First Friday – 4th Annual Souper Bowl!
February 2, 2018
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN MANASSAS
COST:
$10 cash for unlimited tastings (while supplies last)
CONTACT:
Rebekah Raze
703-361-6599
rebekah@historicmanassasinc.org
Fourth Annual SOUPER BOWL!
Friday, February 2nd from 6-9pm
Join us in Historic Downtown Manassas, as our restaurants compete in the fourth annual Souper Bowl!
$10 cash for unlimited soup samples (while supplies last)
*List of participating shops and restaurants to be announced*
Super Bowl Football Game!
Sunday, Feb. 3
6:30 pm
Philadelphia Eagles and the New England Patriots go for the big one with Justin Timberlake and Kelly Clarkson performing.
Hollywood Special Effects Show
Feb 3, 2018
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Location
Hylton PAC
10960 George Mason Circle
Manassas, VA
Live on stage, this show gives illuminating insights into the world of special effects that are usually confined to movie theaters and television screens — taking families on an exciting journey that will let them feel the heat of an inferno, marvel at fantastical sci-fi monsters, and be blown away by huge explosions! Think Mythbusters meets Universal Studios as the show demonstrates the science and secrets of creating movie magic.
The British media (Henley Times) called it an “extravaganza of pyrotechnics,” and that “we were on the edge of our seats with anticipation and were repeatedly rewarded.” The Scunthorpe Telegraph claims “Movie magic and screen secrets came to life in the Hollywood Special Effects Show,” and “The kids clearly love the action. I would recommend this show for families and anyone with a child interested in film.”
Producer Alex Jarrett is quoted saying “Having developed the show over 2 years of touring the UK it’s exciting to bring it home with some incredible special effects and ‘Jurassic’ size surprises. The show’s aimed at kids 5 to 15 but there really is something for everyone”
A theatrical experience like no other — The Hollywood Special Effects Show: Dangerously Exciting.
Tickets are available at HyltonCenter.org or by calling 703-993-7759. Show hours are 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, and tickets start at $15 for adults and $4 for children.
Event Link: Http://www.HyltonCenter.org
Ayeye: A Retrospective of Black History Month
(January 30 – March 2, 2018)
Feb 3, 2018
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location
Center for the Arts of Greater Manassas/PW county
9419 Battle Street
Manassas, VA
To commemorate Black History Month, the Center for the Arts has scheduled an exhibit exploring art works by local and regional African-American artists. This eclectic and collaborative exhibition includes photography, painting, and mixed media with subject matter ranging from studies of African culture and history to nature and travel photography. The term ayeye means “celebration” or “ceremony” in Yoruba. Ceremonies are considered a core value in Yoruba culture and involve the participation of not only family, but community. Join us in celebrating culture, history, and community at the Opening Reception, Saturday, February 3, 6-8 PM. The reception will include refreshments, live music, and door prizes (free & open to the public).
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Greater Manassas/Prince William County sponsors theatrical productions for children and adults, teaches arts classes, promotes visual arts and provides community outreach programs for local youth. Founded in 1984 by a group of artists and art lovers, the Center aims to enrich the quality of life in the Northern Virginia suburbs through arts performance and education. A theater, an art gallery and classrooms are located in the historic Candy Factory building in Old Town Manassas, at 9419 Battle Street.
Event Link: www.center-for-the-arts.org
Unscripted DC
February 3, 2018
8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
JIRANI COFFEEHOUSE
9425 West St
COST:
$10 Get Tickets
CONTACT:
Darren Council
571-379-7999
info@reallifeproductionsllc.com
http://www.unscripteddc.com/
| Unscripted fun–where actors take the stage and use their improv skills to entertain you with the suggestions you create. At Unscripted DC, we play a variety of “short-form” improvisational games that will be sure to keep you guessing. |
Helsinborg Symphony Orchestra
Feb 8, 2018
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Location
Hylton Performing Arts Center
10960 George Mason Circle
Manassas, VA
One of Sweden’s oldest orchestras presents a dynamic concert that combines the traditional with the iconoclastic. Under the direction of Stefan Solyom, the Helsingborg Symphony Orchestra (HSO) with its 61 musicians and violin virtuoso Catherine Manoukian perform a thrilling all-Beethoven program, including one of his most celebrated works, the Eroica Symphony. The HSO has performed at many prominent European venues, including three recent sold-out performances at the Great Festival Hall in Salzburg and in Vienna. Sweden’s Dagens Nyheter applauded the HSO’s performance of Beethoven’s Eroica as “…a brutally life-affirming spring river. A grand performance!”
Event Link: http://hyltoncenter.org/calendar/989/
American Festival Pops Orchestra: Valentine Pops
Feb 10, 2018
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Location
Hylton Performing Arts Center
10900 University Boulevard, MS 5D2
Manassas, VA
The talented musicians of the American Festival Pops Orchestra set an amorous mood for you and your loved one in a performance of romantic standards just in time for Valentine’s Day. This concert features some of the 20th century’s most popular love songs and film scores including the love theme from Titanic, “My Heart Will Go On,” and music from The Twilight Saga: New Moon. Under the esteemed leadership of conductor Anthony Maiello, the most accomplished musicians in the region come together for this special evening to present an exciting and nostalgic program of romantic and memorable music.
Event Link: http://hyltoncenter.org/calendar/990/
Beer and Cupcake Pairing
February 10, 2018
2:00 pm – 2:30 pm
BADWOLF BREWING COMPANY
8420 Kao Circle
COST:
$20 Get Tickets
CONTACT:
Melissa Philopena
(571) 221-2085
melissa@badwolfbrewingcompany.com
http://www.badwolfbrewingcompany.com/
| Best way to drink beer, pair it with some amazing cupcakes. Join BadWolf on Saturday February 10th for our Valentine’s Cupcake and Beer Flight pairing. Bring together your friends, family or loved one! Includes a set beer flight (6-6oz. tasters) and 6 set mini cupcakes from Shameless Bakery. The Shameless Bakery
Buy tickets online through Eventbrite $15 (plus service fee). https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beer-cupcake-pairing-tickets-41835929391 For non-drinkers, individual cupcakes will be for sale by Shameless Bakery on site. **Day of at the door ticket price $20 per person**
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Cafe Pottery- come paint some pottery and enjoy a cold pint!
February 15, 2018
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
BADWOLF BREWING COMPANY
8420 Kao Circle
COST:
$20 Get Tickets
CONTACT:
Melissa Philopena
571-221-2085
melissa@badwolfbrewingcompany.com
https://badwolfbrewingcompany.com/
Drink. Paint. Socialize. Save your space at BadWolf Brewery to come out and paint on pottery you can use! Register on EventBrite.com by searching Cafe Pottery @ BadWolf Brewery.
Event goes from 6-8pm
Every Third Thursday every month
Event is 21+ only
$20 cash at the door
Helsingborg Symphony Orchestra: All Beethoven Program!
| Thursday Feb 8, 2018
Hylton Performing Arts Center
10960 George Mason Circle
Manassas, VA 20109
One of Sweden’s oldest orchestras presents a dynamic concert that combines the traditional with the iconoclastic. Under the direction of Stefan Solyom, the Helsingborg Symphony Orchestra (HSO) with its 61 musicians and violin virtuoso Catherine Manoukian perform a thrilling all-Beethoven program, including one of his most celebrated works, the Eroica Symphony. The HSO has performed at many prominent European venues, including three recent sold-out performances at the Great Festival Hall in Salzburg and in Vienna. Sweden’s Dagens Nyheter applauded the HSO’s performance of Beethoven’s Eroica as “…a brutally life-affirming spring river. A grand performance!”
Price:$36 – $60
Prince William County Ducks Unlimited 40th Annual Banquet and Conservation Fundraiser
Feb 23, 2018
5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Location
Virginia Portugues Community Club
9509 Lee Avenue
Manassas, VA20110
Through its fundraising work, and through its Annual Banquet and Conservation Fundraiser, the Prince William County Chapter of Ducks Unlimited (DU) has raised thousands of dollars for wildlife and habitat conservation.
Northern Virginia has benefitted from this work receiving funding for two wetland protection projects, 58 wetland enhancement and restoration projects, two upland protection programs and 55 upland enhancement and restoration projects. In addition, DU funding in Virginia has protected and preserved 8,659 acres and restored or enhanced over 30,000 acres of endangered wildlife and waterfowl habitat.
Since its founding in 1937, Ducks Unlimited has conserved over 11 million acres of critical wildlife habitat across North America. Wetlands are nature’s most productive ecosystems, but America has lost more than half of its original wetlands and continues to lose more than 80,000 acres every year. Approximately 87% of Ducks Unlimited expenditures were converted directly into habitat conservation work.
Monday, February 19
Presidents’ Day, officially Washington’s Birthday, is a holiday celebrated on the third Monday in February. The day is recognized as honoring George Washington and Abraham Lincoln or a celebration of the birthdays and lives of all U.S. presidents.