Special Events – Manassas Park Park & Recreation

Checking in on Our Elves! – by Sue Jurjevic

Earlier this month, I took a moment to talk with our number one elf, aka Kaitlyn Collier, our Special events Assistant. I wanted to get her perspective and insight on what goes on behind the scenes while planning all our holiday events. Without her hard work and many others’, our events would not be possible! […]

December 11, 2019

Three boys hold up their gingerbread houses

Holly Jolly Family Time – by Kaitlyn Collier

I was listening to a podcast talking about family a few days ago. This podcast specifically talked about how the holidays are a really good time for families. A big reason for this is because it’s the same dates every year, so it’s easier to make plans in advance! Often times, it’s difficult to make […]

November 7, 2019

A woman in a white apron stands between to teenage boys holding a packet of ranch seasoning. They have tortillas on the table in front of them.

What’s New This Fall? – by Tony Thomas

The dog days of summer have come and gone and we’re now getting cooler temperatures and earlier sunsets. With a new season right around the corner, that means a new MOSAIC filled with programs is here! Fall is a popular time around the Manassas Park Community Center. The building is filled with different events, rentals, […]

August 29, 2019

Red, white, and pink fireworks burst over a dark blue sky above a silhouette of Signal Hill Park

Celebrate Fourth of July With Us! – by Tony Thomas

With the temperature hovering around 90 degrees and humidity filling the air, it means that summer has finally arrived. With so many summertime activities and vacations planned, it can all start to feel like a blur. This summer, make time to relax and have fun with friends and family at picnics, pools, or museums! We […]

June 27, 2019

Changing Your Scenery – by Kaitlyn Collier

Our annual Kite Festival took place at Signal Hill Park this past weekend, and it was one of the best yet! The weather was great, and even though the wind was a bit dramatic at times, it was a great day to fly kites! I was so happy to see so many people come out […]

May 2, 2019

Bringing Culture to Our Children – by Arely Angel

At the Manassas Park Community Center Preschool, we believe it’s important to make sure everyone is represented. We are always happy to approach holidays from all over the world in fun and respectful ways. Our Easter Egg Hunt was a huge hit! Students had a lot of fun finding eggs with surprises inside. Besides Easter, […]

April 18, 2019

Spring Has Sprung! – by Sue Jurjevic

March 20 was the first day of spring. Even though the weather may not feel very spring-like, it’s never too late to make some plans for the season. If you’re looking for ideas, I have a few tips for you! At the Community Center, we’ve prepared a few special events to help you jumpstart your […]

April 4, 2019

The Importance of Volunteering – by Kaitlyn Collier

One of my resolutions every year involves some aspect of giving back to the community or volunteering. However, this year was different. This year, volunteering was already on my agenda. Last year, I began fostering puppies. I love it so much that I still volunteer with the animal rescue by fostering dogs or helping out […]

February 28, 2019

Member Spotlight: Andreea

Our member spotlight blog series features a Manassas Park Community Center member and their family. We hope that by sharing member stories we continue to work towards building an environment that embraces community. Andreea’s family of four has been a member with us for over four years. Her two daughters, ages three and six, have […]

January 22, 2019

Preparing for the Holidays – by Kaitlyn Collier

Recently, I was asked if I was ready for the holidays. This was probably a week before Thanksgiving, when my day was filled with decorating the Community Center and the surrounding landscape! Those beautiful lights hung at the top of the building and on the bushes that you see as you drive into the parking […]

December 21, 2018

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