Prince William County Government, Virginia

06/01/2026

What does sustainability look like in Prince William County?

Find out in the latest episode of Shorter Topics: Across the County, where County Executive Chris Shorter sits down with Giulia Manno, Director of the Office of Sustainability, and Trent Magill, Principal Engineer for Public Works, to talk about the county’s environmental goals, innovative projects and the release of the county’s first Annual Sustainability Report.

Watch the latest episode to learn more about the work happening across the county and the people helping lead these efforts forward.

06/01/2026

Stay curious, active, and connected this June!

From Zumba Gold and Tai Chi to Smartphone Photography and a National Park Trip planning workshop, the Virtual Center for Active Adults has a full calendar of classes designed to keep you moving, learning and inspired all month long.

See the full June schedule and register today: bit.ly/novaVCAA

05/29/2026

"The program helps make projects more financially viable for developers while expanding access to safe, stable and affordable housing." — Joan Duckett, Director of Housing and Community Development

Prince William County is now accepting applications for its Affordable Housing Fund!

Eligible nonprofit and for-profit developers can apply through July 1 for gap financing to support affordable housing projects in Prince William County.

Learn more and apply today: https://loom.ly/Bu-Kikc

05/28/2026

Helping connect students with training and career opportunities is part of building Prince William County's future workforce.

Calling all future scientists, researchers, and STEM leaders, this one’s for you! 🔬

Join the LIFT-VA Information Session this Saturday, May 30 at 10 a.m. at Osbourn Park High School to learn about hands-on biomedical science training, college credit opportunities, and STEM career exposure.

Learn more: https://www.lift-va.org/

Prince William County Public Schools

05/28/2026

May is Mental Health Month, and Prince William Community Services believes wellness is built through five powerful ideas: Connection. Compassion. Coping. Community. Care.

Mental health is health. This month, learn simple and meaningful ways to support yourself and those around you: pwcva.gov/mental-health-month

Which of the 5 C's resonates most? Drop it in the comments. ⬇️

05/28/2026

The VRE Fireworks Trains are back on Saturday, July 4, 2026!

Ticket sales through Eventbrite will begin on June 1.

Learn more: vre.org/fireworkstrains

Celebrate Independence Day and the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation in style this year, with the return of VRE Fireworks Trains on Saturday, July 4, 2026! Ticket sales through Eventbrite will begin on June 1. Participants will also receive a commemorative LED "sparkler" to provide some patriotic flair and fun for the whole family.

Learn more about VRE Fireworks Trains: vre.org/fireworkstrains 🎇

05/28/2026

Join Prince William County Environmental Management staff for a hands-on volunteer event at the beautiful Leesylvania State Park!

Plant Virginia Fanpetals (Sida hermaphrodita) as part of an ongoing Living Shoreline Restoration Project and play a direct role in protecting a critically imperiled native species.

📍 Meet by 9:30 AM behind the Visitor Center on June 13th
🌿Activity includes light planting on a County restoration site, great learning opportunity
🎒 Bring water, wear close-toed shoes (gloves/spade shovel optional)

Come get your hands dirty and make a difference!

Registration Link: https://loom.ly/psqrx8s