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Shop near The Courts at Historic Manassas at the Downtown Sidewalk Sale

April 10, 2015 by

Shop near The Courts at Historic Manassas at the upcoming Downtown Sidewalk Sale! It happens next Saturday, April 18, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and highlights some of the most interesting stores in Downtown Manassas.

Find something new to read or an old tome to treasure at Prospero's Books. Grab a gift for yourself or someone else at The Things I Love. Social Butterfly has fashions and accessories, while the Nova Music Center can help you begin or continue to play a musical instrument. Other shops offer vintage coins, vinyl records, crafting materials, and antiques.

While you're out and about, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the many Downtown Manassas restaurants. Coffee, craft beer, comfort food, classic barbecue, and Continental fare inspired by French cuisine are just a few of the options you'll find.

Historic Downtown Manassas Sidewalk Sale
Manassas, VA
visitmanassas.org/event/historic-downtown-manassas-sidewalk-sale/?instance_id=57002

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McKay Used Books: A Bookshop near The Courts at Historic Manassas

March 27, 2015 by

Located in Manassas, Virginia, McKay Used Books is held in high regard by local readers. Many visitors praise the store's huge selection, as it has aisles and aisles of gently-used and affordably-priced titles to browse. If fiction's your thing, you'll find genres like crime novels, westerns, thrillers, sci-fi, literary fiction, and more here. Prefer non-fiction? The store offers a variety of subjects from philosophy and history books to books about business, gardening, music, math, and science. According to the shop's website, they add somewhere between eighty and a hundred thousand new items to the inventory each month. That means you're likely to see something new each time you visit.

In addition to books, the store has DVDs, CDS, and video games. As you might expect of a used bookstore, McKay Used Books buys books or accepts them for store credit to use on other items. Reviewers note that items sold here are typically in great condition. Judging from praise this place has earned, it may be one of the most popular bookshops in the area.

If you'd like to see it for yourself, McKay Used Books is open Mondays through Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 10 p.m. and on Sundays from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m., and it's just a short drive from The Courts at Historic Manassas.

McKay Used Books
8345 Sudley Road
Manassas, VA 20109
http://www.mckayusedbooks.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/mckay-used-books-manassas

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Celebrate the Souper Bowl Near The Courts at Historic Manassas Tonight at First Friday

February 6, 2015 by

The Super Bowl may have come and gone, but a much tastier version will be held today near The Courts at Historic Manassas. For February's First Friday, the Souper Bowl comes to Center Street. Various shops downtown will welcome locals to slurp up as many soup samples as they like for a flat fee of $5. Just grab a wristband at any of the stores along the Souper Bowl's route.

The city's eateries supply the soup, so if you try something you like, make a note of the source. At Prospero's Books, you can try the ancho tomato soup and grilled cheese from Zandra's. At Allyssa Bryn boutique, enjoy a sample of Okra's Creole gumbo, studded with chicken and andouille sausage. Anyone looking for something a bit heartier should head to Records & Rarities for smoked brisket chili by The Bone or Creative Brush Studio for clam chowder from Philadelphia Tavern.

Check out visitmanassas.org to learn more about tonight's First Friday event!

First Friday Souper Bowl
Center Street
Manassas, VA 20110
visitmanassas.org/event/first-friday/?instance_id=5575

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Records and Rarities: Vintage Vinyl Not Far From The Courts at Historic Manassas

January 30, 2015 by

Records and Rarities isn't just in the business of selling music, it's also in the business of making music. The Manassas shop houses a recording studio where local artists can lay down tracks. It features contemporary equipment, including a WhisperRoom sound isolation booth that keeps out any outside noise while musicians record.

The studio evokes the same small spaces where many of the artists represented in Records and Rarities's inventory got their start. True to its name, the music shop stocks mostly vinyl —"pre-loved" vinyl, as its website puts it. The ever-changing collection of gently used records allows the store to offer a fresh new inventory on a regular basis. Come here and explore the many vintage records, or pick up a new turntable instead. Records and Rarities also stocks LPs, 45s, and some CDs, too.

Check out the Records and Rarities website to learn more about this music store near The Courts at Historic Manassas.

Records and Rarities
9366 Main Street
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 490-9028
www.recordsandrarities.com/home.html
www.yelp.com/biz/records-and-rarities-manassas

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Romance Is in the Air at Valentine’s Day Pops, an Orchestral Performance Near The Courts at Historic Manassas

January 16, 2015 by

The American Festival Pops Orchestra can be trusted with your Valentine's Day date. After all, the Washington Times describes its music as "classic, upbeat popular Americana performed with professionalism, affection, and more than a bit of pizzazz." That's all thanks to artistic director (and founder) Anthony Maiello, who worked hard to piece together an orchestra of the best musical talents around the DC area. This February 14, you and your significant other can enjoy their dulcet notes at the Valentine's Day Pops event, hosted by the Hylton Performing Arts Center near The Courts at Historic Manassas.

Starting at 8 p.m. in merchant hall, this romantic performance will feature some of the most popular, classic love songs ever composed. It focuses on modern pieces from the 20th century, so you can expect to recognize most (if not all) of the pieces as the professional orchestra plays them for you and your date at the Hylton.

Valentine's Day Pops
Hylton Performing Arts Center
10960 George Mason Circle
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 993-7759
www.hyltoncenter.org/calendar/478/

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Enjoy Dinner and a Movie Near The Courts at Historic Manassas at Manassas 4 Cinemas

December 4, 2014 by

If you’re looking for a great place for your next movie night in the Manassas area, the Manassas 4 Cinemas is a great choice. This well-maintained movie theater near The Courts at Historic Manassas may be smaller than the usual chain cinema, but although it only offers four movies at one time, it always shows the latest blockbuster releases that you most want to see.

The cinema contains three traditional theater rooms and a unique café theater, which features couch and bean bag seating and a full wait staff serving food, soft drinks and even a small selection of beer. Although it doesn’t have the state-of-the-art technology or modern amenities of more upscale theaters, many residents love Manassas 4 Cinemas for the cozy feel, smaller crowds, and more affordable prices.

Check the Manassas 4 Cinemas website for a full list of movie showtimes. Guests can also reserve a theater for private birthday parties or other events.

Manassas 4 Cinemas
8890 Mathis Avenue
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 330-3538
www.manassas4cinemas.com

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Do Yoga near The Courts at Historic Manassas at The Yoga Connection

November 26, 2014 by

The Yoga Connection is a popular yoga studio has served the community since 2002, providing Hatha yoga classes designed for students of all ages and skill levels. Hatha yoga aims to achieve the body’s optimal anatomical alignment through a series of postures and poses, and its also said to benefits the mind along the way.

The Yoga Connection’s classes are held at various times throughout the week and include barre yoga, gentle beginner classes and levels 1 through 3 to accommodate all skill levels. Community classes start at just $5 for those who want to practice yoga for a low price, while the studio’s multiple types of membership packages and standard drop-in rates make it easy to visit.

Check out The Yoga Connection’s website for a schedule of classes at this studio near The Courts at Historic Manassas.

The Yoga Connection
9126 Center Street
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 330-7799
www.shaktiyoganashville.com

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Take in a Play near The Courts at Historic Manassas at the Center for the Arts

November 20, 2014 by

Art and theater are important aspects of any city’s culture, and the Center for the Arts is where you’ll find these entertaining events near The Courts at Historic Manassas. The center sponsors both theatrical performances and art exhibits, as well as hosts community art classes and youth outreach programs.

Its location in the historic Candy Factory building in Old Town Manassas gives it its unique charm and its fascinating history, which are highlighted by its red brick façade, numerous windows and multiple floors for hosting a number of different activates and performances. The Center for the Arts puts on performances of award-winning musicals, historic plays and children’s theater productions for affordable prices.

The Center for the Arts offers a full performance schedule on its convenient website. Tickets are also available online, in case you'd like to plan a visit!

The Center for the Arts
9419 Battle Street
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 330-2787
www.center-for-the-arts.org

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Hylton Performing Arts Center: The Power Of Art

July 17, 2014 by

Manassas gained a world-class performing arts facility in 2010 with the opening of the Hylton Performing Arts Center. Located on the campus of George Mason University, this nine-story building boasts two unique performance spaces – a 1,121 seat opera house with exceptional acoustics and magnificent sightlines, as well as a smaller 270-seat theater that can be easily modified to accommodate a number of different seating approaches.

In addition, the center provides space for a wide number of other arts groups. Performances in the main hall vary from symphony and orchestral music to country, bluegrass and jazz. In addition, theatrical and dance groups also take the stage. The Potomac Arts Academy located on-site offers a wide array of educational programs for young visual and performing artists. This beautiful copper-clad building is an exceptional addition to the area’s cultural life. Visit the Hylton's website to learn more about this Manassas performing arts space.

Hylton Performing Arts Center
10960 George Mason Circle
Manassas, VA 20109
(703) 993-7550

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Old Dominion Speedway and Dragstrip: Drive Hard

July 10, 2014 by

One of the most famous racetracks in the Mid-South region, Old Dominion has played host to NASCAR for many, many years and is overloaded with history. Although this isn’t one of the most famous NASCAR tracks in the country, it’s an awesome place to catch fast-paced racing action. On Friday nights, drag races kick off the evening with intense action: crazy machines taking off down the strip at incredible speeds. Saturday is when NASCAR kicks into high gear, with a variety of different car classes competing. The raceway has undergone a number of much-needed capital improvements in recent years, and regulars rave about the new bathrooms. It’s also one of the few NASCAR tracks in the country that lets you bring your own food and drink, but no glass bottles are permitted. For private events, Old Dominion even offers people the chance to get behind the wheel of a NASCAR-class vehicle and take it for a spin.

Old Dominion Speedway and Dragstrip
10611 Dumfries Road
Manassas, VA 20112
(703) 361-7753
http://www.yelp.com/biz/old-dominion-speedway-manassas

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