Activities for the Holiday Season by John Hayes
If you are looking for some activities to do during this holiday season, you may be pleasantly surprised to find quite a few things that are easily accessible for people with disabilities throughout the Cities of Manassas and Manassas Park as well as the Counties of Prince William and Fauquier.
At the Center for the Arts in Manassas, everyone is welcome to attend the Third Annual Winter Wonderland Holiday Model Train Show that will take place on Monday, December 17th through Thursday, December 20th. The train shows will last from 6 pm to 9 pm on Monday through Wednesday and from 6 pm to 8 pm on Thursday. Admission is free for all. However, they ask if guests can bring donated items for the local SERVE shelter. Donating items such as canned goods, an unwrapped toy, or warm clothing will be appreciated… especially around the holidays. You may contact the Center for any questions you may have about the event by calling (703) 257-8237.
Leesylvania State Park will have a Civil War Christmas where they will display ornaments and various holiday items from the time period. This event will take place on Saturday December 15th from 11 am to 4 pm and Sunday, the 16th from 11 am to 3 pm. Admission is $2 per person or $6 per family. It promises to be fully wheelchair accessible. You may contact the Park at (703) 730-8205 for more details for any additional concerns or questions.
Throughout December, all are invited to the Winter Wonderland at Old Mine Road in Dumfries. Christmas trees and plants will be on sale and there will be activities for the children and young at heart. Admission is $6 per person and free for 2 or younger. They’re open from 11 am to 3 pm during the weekends and if you’d like to come by during the week, you can make an apointment by calling 703-441-1382.
Every Friday before Christmas in Historic Warrenton, there are things to help celebrate the season. Hayrides are offered with food and entertainment for all ages throughout the town. This is free for everyone and is wheelchair accessible. For any questions or concerns, please contact the Partnership at (540) 349-8606.
Enjoy the season - these are just a few examples of what one can do in the area. You may contact us at IEC for other resources or to make your own holiday suggestions, by calling us at (703) 257-5400.
Fall 2007 Newsletter
Volume 2, Issue 4
