Things to Do in November
Brisk weather, bright-colored leaves falling from the trees, the smell of pumpkin spice everything, everywhere can only mean one thing—November is officially here! As you begin planning all your fall and holiday activities, we hope you’ll consider the programs, events and classes we’re offering throughout November that will allow you to get outside, learn some history, or try something new.
Have a Parents' Night Out
Drop your little ones off so that you can have a parents night out tonight, November 3! Let our staff at Veterans Memorial Park watch the kids from 6:00 - 9:00 pm where they’ll enjoy an evening of fun games, art and more! Juice, water and a snack will be provided to the kids. Ages 6 -12 welcome. Registration required.
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month
Come celebrate Native American Heritage Month in November. Purchase a ticket here to join us this evening, November 3 (6:30 – 7:30 pm) for a campfire and roasted marshmallows at Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre and learn about the native peoples who lived in the Prince William area long before Europeans arrived. Interact with artifacts and compare how Native Americans lived close to 400 years ago to how we live today. Program is for ages 6+.
Attend the 275th Anniversary Celebration Finale for Rippon Lodge
Come join us to celebrate the finale of the 275th Anniversary for Rippon Lodge on Saturday, November 4. This free event will be held from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. Rippon Lodge welcomes all to experience a day full of colonial living history demonstrations and impressions; military encampments from European and North American encampments; civilian and enslaved life in Virginia; tours of the lodge; plus crafts, games and more. All ages welcome.
Enjoy the Great Outdoors
Is fall yours or your child’s favorite season and you all love being outside in the cooler weather? Then register for one of our many nature/outdoor programs for children and adults.
Our Nature Night Life program for ages 6-12 will delight your young one. They will learn more about the animals that only venture out at night and call Veterans Memorial Park home. Participants will venture around the park just as it starts to get dark and try to spot some of the animals that we might not see during the day. During our exploration we will learn why these animals only come out at night and why it benefits them to do so. Sign them up to join us on Tuesday and Thursday, November 7 and 9, from 5 -7 pm.
Who doesn’t love Stargazing? Turn your eyes skyward and enjoy the spectacular night sky from the beautiful Neabsco Creek Boardwalk. Start the evening with a guided stroll along the boardwalk followed by stargazing and hot chocolate. This is a winter program you won’t want to miss! Meet at the Neabsco Regional Park pavilion. Program will take place on Sunday, November 12. All ages welcome. Register here. *Program may be canceled/rescheduled if there is inclement weather.
Try an Adaptive Art Class
Feeling artsy? Children ages 4-10 can register to explore their senses in this Sensory Art class on Saturday, November 18 (10 – 10:45 am). The class is designed for individuals with and without disabilities. Each class will feature an art activity with a sensory component. We will explore the senses of sight, touch, smell, sound and movement as we create.
We also have an Art Expressions class which will be a fun, creative and social event! Art Expressions will encourage participants to explore different mediums of art while addressing, physical, cognitive and social skills. At the end of each session participants will leave with an original art piece. This class will take place on Saturday, November 18 at 11:15 am – 12:15 pm. Both classes will be held at Birchdale Community Center. Ages 13+. Register today.
Practice Gratitude and Thankfulness
Join us for this Gratitude and Thankfulness Special Event featuring a guided meditation with sound bath therapy on Wednesday, November 15, 6 – 6:45 pm, at Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center. Come practice meditation to help train attention, awareness and achieve a mentally clear, emotionally calm and stable state. Together with the sound of sonic vibrations therapy, which can stimulate the brain, this class may help to balance and rebuild the body, reducing anxiety and improving sleep quality. Free for passholders of Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center and/or Chinn Aquatics & Fitness Center. $12 drop-in fee for non-members. Ages 14+. Get registered here.
Take a Walk with the Birds
Want to learn more about the birds in Prince William County? Register to join us for bird walks at Silver Lake Regional Park on Saturday, November 18, 8:30 – 10:30 am. These walks will bring you closer both in sight and sound to these high-flying animals! Bring your binoculars, walking shoes and joy for experiencing the nature all around us. For ages 18+.
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