Prince William County Parks & Recreation has you covered for adventures this November! Looking for family adventures? How about movie night in the park or a family hike? How about adventuring to relax? Try yoga with live acoustic guitar or a sound bath meditation! Check out all the fun with Parks & Recreation this month!
Explore our community’s rich heritage this month through immersive experiences with the Office of Historic Preservation! Experience a full day of colonial living history demonstrations focused on the Revolutionary War, learn how people in the 1850s prepared for winter and rediscover the Algonquian Nation at the Neabsco Creek Boardwalk. You can also learn how to cook an old time Thanksgiving meal! Don’t miss the chance to connect with the past and celebrate our community’s history this November!
An exciting chapter for Chinn Park Library is coming with renovations that will align with Prince William Public Libraries’ (PWPL) Strategic Plan, to foster an environment for approachable, adaptive experts who can evolve to meet the changing needs of the community. The anticipated three-week closure will focus on enhancing staff offices and shared employee spaces, which have remained unchanged since the library’s opening in 1991. By investing in the workspace, PWPL demonstrates a commitment to its employees where they can thrive and, in turn, deliver superior service to library patrons.
On November 15, Prince William County will join communities across the nation in celebration of America Recycles Day, an annual awareness campaign dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling. County staff and Keep Prince William Beautiful volunteers will be onsite at Chinn Park Regional Library on November 13, and Central Library on November 15, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to talk with residents about recycling in Prince William County. You can also participate in the “I Recycle” pledge contest for a chance to win a prize!
In a recent update to the Board of County Supervisors, the Department of Public Works reported on their progress in keeping county roadways clean, to include the hiring of additional litter crews. As part of these initiatives, the county also launched a public awareness campaign featuring "Trashy the Raccoon" to educate residents on litter’s environmental impact. "Trashy" humorously challenges community members with the slogan, “I’m a raccoon. What’s your excuse?” reminding everyone to help keep the community clean. Learn more about the county's litter control and beautification efforts.
Prince William County is excited to announce the launch of SolarAPP+ (Solar Automated Permit Processing Plus), a cutting-edge system designed to automate the residential solar permitting process. This initiative aims to significantly enhance the efficiency of permitting for residents interested in installing solar energy systems at their homes and provide a seamless experience for both contractors and residents.
Granules Consumer Health, a subsidiary of Granules India and a manufacturer of over-the-counter and prescription pharmaceuticals, will invest $1.5 million to expand its operations in Prince William County. The company will install new manufacturing lines, creating 99 new jobs at the 79,000-square-foot packaging and distribution facility located in Manassas.
Do you know someone who has made an outstanding contribution to promoting equality for all people in Prince William County? Nominate an individual, co-worker, organization or business who deserves recognition for enriching our community through their significant and substantial work fighting for and encouraging equality. Nominations close Dec. 14, 2024, and winners will be announced in January 2025
Join the effort to end homelessness in our community by becoming a member of the Prince William Area Continuum of Care (CoC). The CoC unites residents, local governments, non-profits, faith-based groups and outreach organizations to drive solutions and provide oversight in the mission to eliminate homelessness. Members of the CoC help shape strategic priorities, make key decisions, and set community standards. The CoC is especially seeking individuals with lived experience—those currently experiencing or who have experienced homelessness—to provide valuable insights by joining as committee members
Dennis Delaney, a Housing Human Services Caseworker for the Department of Social Services, shares his impactful experience working with the homeless population. Dennis finds deep fulfillment in helping vulnerable individuals transform their lives—from despair to hope—as they rebuild and regain stability. With more than 30 years of service, Dennis reflects on the joy of seeing the positive impact his work brings and how it continually reaffirms his dedication to serving the community. This is how Dennis serves.
Prince William County's online platform, PWC Works, is for you to get involved in your local government and learn more about the projects and initiatives we are working on that impact our community. We recently launched Solar App+ and have updates to other projects. Be sure to register and sign-up to stay informed about the projects that matter to you.
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