The town of Dumfries will host its second annual Juneteenth celebration on Thursday, June 19, with a petting zoo, face painting, live music, family activities and fireworks to end the day.
The event takes place from 3-9:30 p.m. at Garrison Park, 17749 Main St., Dumfries, with fireworks at 9:15 p.m.
Last year, more than 1,800 people attended, the town said in a news release.
"We’re excited to bring the community together once again to commemorate Juneteenth, honoring history, celebrating freedom, and promoting unity," Town Manager Tangela Innis said in the release. "This event is a true reflection of Dumfries’ spirit and the joy of coming together as neighbors."
The celebration will highlight the importance of Juneteenth as a national day of reflection and freedom, while also showcasing the town's culture and diversity.
Bring lawn chairs, blankets and festive spirits!
The ARTfactory will present the Prince William Art Society Member’s Exhibit, featuring the work of 56 local artists from across Prince William County, from May 15-30.
The group exhibit offers a variety of styles, mediums and themes – from bold abstracts to delicate landscapes.
The Prince William Art Society is a nonprofit that promotes the appreciation of visual art and fine crafts, gains recognition and publicity for the work of local artists, and provides a variety of educational art programs and fine art exhibits to the Prince William community.
The artists of the Prince William Art Society include art hobbyists, working artists, retirees and teachers
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Want to go?
Where: ARTfactory, 9429 Battle St., Manassas
When: May 15-30. Gallery open Tuesdays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sundays, noon-5 p.m.
The Workhouse Arts Center will present the musical “Jesus Christ Superstar” from May 10 through June 15 at its W-3 Theatre in Lorton.
This rock opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber (music) and Tim Rice (lyrics) is reimagined in a new production directed by Liz Colandene, with choreography by Jackie Madejski, music direction by Merissa Driscoll and production by Joseph Wallen.
Set against the backdrop of first-century Judea, “Jesus Christ Superstar” explores the final days of Jesus of Nazareth through the lens of Judas Iscariot. The musical offers a retelling of events inspired by the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John through a fusion of rock music, lyrical storytelling and stagecraft.
“This production promises to be both a celebration of the show’s iconic legacy and a fresh interpretation for a new generation,” said Wallen, director of performing arts for the Workhouse.
Cast members are: Garrett Walsh (Jesus Christ), Shakil Azizi (Judas), Erin Lee Shields (Mary Magdalene), Jack Elmendorf (Pontius Pilate), Sentell Harper (King Herod/Ensemble), Kevin Donlan (Peter/Ensemble), Alicia Zheng (Simon Zealotes/Ensemble), Chris Anderson (Caiaphas), Ethan Keller (Annas/Ensemble), and Ensemble Members: Lydia Gifford, Lila Cooper, Sean Pflueger, Julianna Cooper, Meredith Kilmartin, Tayandra Marcia, Evan Zimmerman, Adian Chapman, Lottye Lockhart and Cassie Cope.
Want to go?
Where: Workhouse Arts Center, W-3 Theatre, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton
When: Weekends, May 10-June 15. Performances on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. (No performance on May 25.)