By Rebecca Barnes, Publisher, Prince William Living<\/p>\n
Summer officially arrives this week, bringing with it opportunities to celebrate, learn, and connect across Prince William County. From Juneteenth festivities and family-friendly programs to stories of community growth and local traditions, this week highlights the people, places, and events that make our region unique. Whether you\u2019re exploring history, supporting local organizations, or simply enjoying the season, there\u2019s plenty to discover.<\/p>\n
Events<\/strong><\/p>\n Play All Day VA<\/a><\/strong> and Play All Day VA \u2013 FREE Programs!<\/a><\/strong> Save the Date for the Batestown Exhibit<\/a><\/strong> Juneteenth and Me Festival<\/a><\/strong> Stories<\/strong><\/p>\n Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center Welcomes Back Popular Farmer\u2019s Market for 2026 Season<\/a><\/strong> From Pollinators to Preservation: How the Manassas Bee Festival Helped a Community Bloom<\/a><\/strong> World Cup Watch Party Sweets<\/a><\/strong> Stay Connected<\/strong><\/p>\n Healthy Living for Brain & Body \u2013 Living Well at 50+<\/a><\/strong> Virtual Midday with the Mayor and City Manager<\/a><\/strong> Empower Your Voice: Advocating for Your Disability Rights in the Workplace<\/a><\/strong> One of the things I appreciate most about June is the way it brings people together. Festivals, outdoor events, community programs, and shared traditions all create opportunities to connect with neighbors and celebrate what makes Prince William County special. As summer begins, I hope you\u2019ll take time to enjoy the experiences that make our community stronger.<\/p>\n That\u2019s your Prince William Living: Monday Moment<\/strong> for the week of June 15, 2026.<\/strong> Event details may change; please confirm with the event organizer before attending.<\/p>\n Rebecca Barnes is the Publisher of Prince William Living magazine and Brides & Weddings magazine. She is a lifelong resident of Prince William and a volunteer with OWL VFD. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her blended family, being a Grandma, visiting Walt Disney World, reading, and sleeping<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"By Rebecca Barnes, Publisher, Prince William Living Summer officially arrives this week, bringing with it opportunities to celebrate,…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":848229,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","_share_on_mastodon":"0"},"categories":[7708],"tags":[285178,7709,7714,7713,55711,14018,27854,6520,278749,285179,533,240349,242245,242247,285180,2832,532,240351,199150,2831,242249,7710,519,285181,103265,7711,7712,285182],"class_list":["post-1034167","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-royals","tag-batestown-exhibit","tag-british-royal-family","tag-catherine","tag-catherine-middleton","tag-community-engagement","tag-community-news","tag-disability-rights","tag-healthy-aging","tag-june-events","tag-juneteenth-and-me-festival","tag-kate-middleton","tag-manassas-bee-festival","tag-manassas-events","tag-monday-moment","tag-play-all-day-va","tag-prince-of-wales","tag-prince-william","tag-prince-william-county-events","tag-prince-william-living","tag-princess-of-wales","tag-rebecca-barnes","tag-royal-families","tag-royal-family","tag-sentara-farmers-market","tag-summer-activities","tag-uk-royal-family","tag-william","tag-world-cup-watch-party"],"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"","error":"Validation failed: Text character limit of 500 exceeded"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1034167","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1034167"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1034167\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/848229"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1034167"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1034167"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1034167"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
Get outside and get moving during this statewide celebration of parks, recreation, and healthy living. With free programs and activities for all ages, it\u2019s a great opportunity to enjoy everything our community has to offer.<\/p>\n
Learn about the history and legacy of Batestown through this upcoming exhibit that shines a light on an important chapter of Prince William County\u2019s story.<\/p>\n
Celebrate freedom, culture, and community at this annual festival featuring entertainment, vendors, educational opportunities, and family-friendly activities.<\/p>\n
Fresh produce, local vendors, and healthy living return as Sentara\u2019s farmer\u2019s market opens for another season.<\/p>\n
Discover how a celebration of bees grew into a broader effort to promote environmental stewardship and community engagement.<\/p>\n
Get ready for match day with creative treats and recipes inspired by one of the world\u2019s most exciting sporting events.<\/p>\n
Learn practical strategies for supporting both physical and cognitive health during this informative wellness presentation.<\/p>\n
Stay informed about local initiatives and community priorities during this virtual discussion with city leadership.<\/p>\n
Gain valuable information about workplace rights, accommodations, and self-advocacy through this educational program.<\/p>\n
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