Holiday – Manassas Park Park & Recreation

Firework Safety – by Sarah Barnett

Hot dogs, hamburgers, corn on the cob, star-spangled gear, and sunscreen are probably just a few of the things you need to celebrate Independence Day! Whether you are spending the day with family, friends, or at the local pool, chances are you associate July 4th with FIREWORKS! While we hope you will join us for […]

July 3, 2018

Preparing for Spring at the Manassas Park Community Center – by Kaitlyn Collier

After all the holiday excitement, I am sure you are feeling like I am right about now! Yes, we are frazzled, and feeling that it is time for a well-earned break! As the Special Events Assistant for the Department of Parks and Recreation, I am happy to say that my schedule is giving me a […]

February 1, 2018

Giving and Receiving – by Jacquelyn Tyre-Perry

Even though it is cold outside, we are in the heat of the holiday season. This season is called the season of giving because it is the time of year where we give presents and donations to those we love and to organizations that mean so much to us. Depending on your situation, we give […]

December 26, 2017

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Light Parade Cancelled Due to Public Safety Concerns Regarding Current Weather Conditions

After consulting with various City Departments in regards to the inclement weather and how it relates to the safety of the spectators, participants, and City staff, there has been a collaborative decision made to cancel the Light Parade this evening. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope you have a safe evening. There are no […]

December 9, 2017

Light Parade Decision will be made by 2:00pm

Please be advised that due to the current and impending inclement weather, we will make a decision concerning tonight’s Light Parade status by 2pm this afternoon.

December 9, 2017

Give the Gift of Learning – by Sarah Barnett

For many, the holiday season is the most wonderful time of year! Time is spent decorating, baking, catching up with family, and shopping for the perfect gifts to give! I do most of my Christmas shopping online since I do not have a lot of time to head to the stores. I am the mother […]

December 7, 2017

New Holiday Traditions – by Sue Jurjevic

As the Senior Recreation Specialist here at Parks and Recreation, I receive a lot of emails and blogs daily (as we all do) and I try to go through each one. I am glad I took the time to go through the latest slew of emails because I came across one that really got me […]

November 29, 2017

Holly Jolly Holidays at MPCC – by Kaitlyn Collier

Is it just me or has November flown by in the blink of an eye? The Christmas music is on the radio, and Thanksgiving is here (YUM)! Now, it’s time to start getting into the holiday spirit, and we have the perfect way for you to do it. The first few weeks of December are […]

November 22, 2017

Ornament Contest!

We’re having an ornament contest for the Community Center Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 2! Why not make an ornament to submit at the Dough Ornament Workshop on November 30. Then, send a photo of your handmade ornament to Kaitlyn Collier at K.Collier@ManassasParkVA.gov by December 1! All ornaments entered in the contest will be displayed […]

November 20, 2017

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Manassas Park Community Center Closed 11/23/17 in Observance of Thanksgiving

The Manassas Park Community Center will be closed November 23, 2017 in observance of Thanksgiving. The Community Center will reopen for regular hours at 8:00am on November 24, 2017.

November 15, 2017

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