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SUMMARY:Open Flow Friday
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us for ARTfactory’s “Open Flow Friday” event on Friday\, July 17th from 7 to 9 pm in the art gallery (1st floor)!\n\nOpen Flow Friday applies a creative spin to the “open mic night” concept\, additionally encouraging ALL types of creatives to participate\, present\, and/or perform their craft! Open Flow Friday offers an open mic\, and open art demonstration space for local artists to share their art form with an audience\, whether you are a poet\, author\, musician\, artist\, etc. This is your safe space for creativity\, community\, and self-expression! This event is free and open to the public.\n\nInterested participants should plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to add their name to the performance sign-up list.
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/open-flow-friday-2/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARTfactory Special Event,Gallery
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SUMMARY:"Nostalgia" Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:“Nostalgia” Prince William Art Society Group Art ExhibitExhibit dates: July 10 2026-August 9\, 2026Artist Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 6-8 PMRSVP: https://insidenovatix.com/events/nostalgia-opening-reception-7-11-2026View the artwork\, meet the artists\, and enjoy wine and light refreshments at this free event. Exhibition programming sponsored by Micron. About the ExhibitThe Prince William Art Society presents “Nostalgia”\, a group exhibition featuring work by 25 local artists and members. On view from July 10 through August 9\, 2026\, at ARTfactory in Historic Manassas\, the exhibition explores nostalgia as an emotional landscape shaped by memory\, longing\, and the passage of time.Through a wide range of artistic interpretations\, the works in the exhibition serve as portals into moments that feel half-remembered—places once known\, emotions once lived\, and histories inherited rather than personally experienced. Texture\, sound\, color\, and form become vehicles for memory\, evoking both personal and collective pasts while revealing how nostalgia shifts across individual perspectives. What feels intimate and familiar to one viewer may appear distant or uncanny to another.Rather than recreating the past with literal accuracy\, the artists reconstruct memory as it is emotionally felt. The exhibition invites viewers to linger in the space between then and now\, where memory becomes a living presence: tender\, unreliable\, and deeply human. In doing so\, the works ask not only what we remember\, but why certain moments continue to call us back—and what those returns reveal about who we are today.An Opening Reception will be held on Saturday\, July 11\, from 6–8 PM\, offering visitors an opportunity to meet the artists and experience the exhibition in community.Participating ArtistsDanielle Bancroft\, Fatima Batool\, Zee Berrios\, Staci Blanchard\, Larry Burch\, Evelyn Chatters\, Doreen Dauer\, Katie Keller Dugan\, Scott Elliott\, Michelle Evans\, Nicole M Fisher\, Kathleen Gates\, Sheri Herrick\, Lizzy B. Javier\, Absku KOY\, Sandra Lewin\, Donna Liguria\, April Mckether\, Mark Murphy\, Katharine Owens\, L Palladino\, Tom Payne\, Mandy Powell\, Tinnetta Putney\, Bettie Sperty \n\nContact ARTfactory\, Gallery Director: Jordan Exum | jexum@VirginiaARTfactory.org 9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, VA 20110 | 703-330-2787 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday (10 am-5 pm)\, Sunday (12-5 pm) VirginiaARTfactory.org 
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/nostalgia-reception/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery,Homepage Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T190000
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SUMMARY:Open Flow Friday
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us for ARTfactory’s “Open Flow Friday” event on Friday\, June 26 from 7 to 9 pm in the art gallery (1st floor)!\n\nOpen Flow Friday applies a creative spin to the “open mic night” concept\, additionally encouraging ALL types of creatives to participate\, present\, and/or perform their craft! Open Flow Friday offers an open mic\, and open art demonstration space for local artists to share their art form with an audience\, whether you are a poet\, author\, musician\, artist\, etc. This is your safe space for creativity\, community\, and self-expression! This event is free and open to the public.\n\nInterested participants should plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to add their name to the performance sign-up list.
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/open-flow-friday/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARTfactory Special Event,Gallery
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SUMMARY:Closing Reception\, "4 the Love of Virginia" by Christine Raymond
DESCRIPTION:“4 the Love of Virginia” Christine Raymond Solo ExhibitExhibit dates: April 22\, 2026-June 14\, 2026Closing Reception: Sunday\, June 14\, 2-4 PMView the artwork\, chat with the artist\, and enjoy light refreshments at this free event.About the ExhibitFor over a decade\, plein air artist Christine Raymond has found endless inspiration in the great outdoors. Her upcoming solo exhibition\, 4 the Love of Virginia\, is a visual love letter to the diverse landscapes of her adopted home state. \nDrawing upon more than two years of exploration across Virginia’s five distinct geographic regions—the Coastal Plain (Tidewater)\, Piedmont\, Blue Ridge Mountains\, Valley and Ridge\, and Appalachian Plateau—this body of work captures the spirit and diversity of the state’s natural beauty. Each region\, with its own character and charm\, has uniquely shaped the artist’s creative vision. \nApproximately 75% of the works in 4 the Love of Virginia were painted on location\, allowing viewers to experience the immediacy and authenticity of plein air artistry. The remaining 25% are larger\, more expressionistic pieces in oil and cold wax\, developed from plein air studies. These studio works convey the artist’s emotional and interpretive response to the landscapes that have moved her most deeply. \n4 the Love of Virginia is more than an exhibition—it is an invitation to explore\, reflect\, and fall in love with Virginia’s rich and varied terrain. Through her art\, Christine Raymond hopes to inspire others to discover the state’s natural wonders and share in the profound sense of place that has shaped her life and work. \n\nContact ARTfactory\, Gallery Director: Jordan Exum | jexum@VirginiaARTfactory.org 9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, VA 20110 | 703-330-2787 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday (10 am-5 pm)\, Sunday (12-5 pm) VirginiaARTfactory.org 
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/closing-4-the-love-of-virginia/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
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SUMMARY:Lazy Art Night
DESCRIPTION:Lazy Art Night\nWednesday\, May 20\, 6:00-9:00 pm\n(9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, VA 20110)\n(Free & open to the public) \nLazy Art night is returning one more time indoors before summer with @thecozyexperience ! We hope you can join us for a creative community evening on Wednesday\, May 20\, 6-9 PM. Lazy art night is a low-stakes\, bring your own (BYO) art project gathering where you can work on an artistic project of your own amongst company or start something creative using any of the supplies provided. \n📍 ARTfactory \n⏰ May 20\, 6-9 PM \nThis event is presented by The Cozy Experience and the ARTfactory.
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/lazy-art-night/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
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SUMMARY:Open Flow Friday
DESCRIPTION:Open Flow Friday at the ARTfactory\nFriday\, May 15\, 7:00-9:00 pm\n(9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, VA 20110)\n(Free & open to the public) \nWe invite you to join us for ARTfactory’s “Open Flow Friday” event on Friday\, May 15 from 7 to 9 pm in the art gallery (1st floor)! \nOpen Flow Friday applies a creative spin to the “open mic night” concept\, additionally encouraging ALL types of creatives to participate\, present\, and/or perform their craft! Open Flow Friday offers an open mic\, and open art demonstration space for local artists to share their art form with an audience\, whether you are a poet\, author\, musician\, artist\, etc. This is your safe space for creativity\, community\, and self-expression! This event is free and open to the public. Ages 18 and up. \nInterested participants should plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to add their name to the performance sign-up list.
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/open-flow-friday-may2026/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
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SUMMARY:Artist Talk & Live Demo with Christine Raymond\, "4 the Love of Virginia"
DESCRIPTION:“4 the Love of Virginia” Christine RaymondExhibit dates: April 22\, 2026-May 31\, 2026Artist Talk & Live Demonstration: Saturday\, May 9\, 2-4 PMWitness the artist in action and learn more about the inspiration for her newest collection of work “4 the Love of Virginia”.About the ExhibitFor over a decade\, plein air artist Christine Raymond has found endless inspiration in the great outdoors. Her upcoming solo exhibition\, 4 the Love of Virginia\, is a visual love letter to the diverse landscapes of her adopted home state. \nDrawing upon more than two years of exploration across Virginia’s five distinct geographic regions—the Coastal Plain (Tidewater)\, Piedmont\, Blue Ridge Mountains\, Valley and Ridge\, and Appalachian Plateau—this body of work captures the spirit and diversity of the state’s natural beauty. Each region\, with its own character and charm\, has uniquely shaped the artist’s creative vision. \nApproximately 75% of the works in 4 the Love of Virginia were painted on location\, allowing viewers to experience the immediacy and authenticity of plein air artistry. The remaining 25% are larger\, more expressionistic pieces in oil and cold wax\, developed from plein air studies. These studio works convey the artist’s emotional and interpretive response to the landscapes that have moved her most deeply. \n4 the Love of Virginia is more than an exhibition—it is an invitation to explore\, reflect\, and fall in love with Virginia’s rich and varied terrain. Through her art\, Christine Raymond hopes to inspire others to discover the state’s natural wonders and share in the profound sense of place that has shaped her life and work. \n\nContact ARTfactory\, Gallery Director: Jordan Exum | jexum@VirginiaARTfactory.org 9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, VA 20110 | 703-330-2787 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday (10 am-5 pm)\, Sunday (12-5 pm) VirginiaARTfactory.org 
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/4-the-love-of-artist-talk/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
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SUMMARY:"4 the Love of Virginia" by Christine Raymond
DESCRIPTION:“4 the Love of Virginia” Christine Raymond Solo ExhibitExhibit dates: April 22\, 2026-June 14\, 2026Artist Reception: Saturday\, April 25\, 6-8 PMRSVP: https://insidenovatix.com/events/4-the-love-of-virginia-opening-reception-4-25-2026-210448 View the artwork\, meet the artist\, and enjoy wine and light refreshments at this free event.Artist Talk & Live Demonstration: Saturday\, May 9\, 2-4 PMAbout the ExhibitFor over a decade\, plein air artist Christine Raymond has found endless inspiration in the great outdoors. Her upcoming solo exhibition\, 4 the Love of Virginia\, is a visual love letter to the diverse landscapes of her adopted home state. \nDrawing upon more than two years of exploration across Virginia’s five distinct geographic regions—the Coastal Plain (Tidewater)\, Piedmont\, Blue Ridge Mountains\, Valley and Ridge\, and Appalachian Plateau—this body of work captures the spirit and diversity of the state’s natural beauty. Each region\, with its own character and charm\, has uniquely shaped the artist’s creative vision. \nApproximately 75% of the works in 4 the Love of Virginia were painted on location\, allowing viewers to experience the immediacy and authenticity of plein air artistry. The remaining 25% are larger\, more expressionistic pieces in oil and cold wax\, developed from plein air studies. These studio works convey the artist’s emotional and interpretive response to the landscapes that have moved her most deeply. \n4 the Love of Virginia is more than an exhibition—it is an invitation to explore\, reflect\, and fall in love with Virginia’s rich and varied terrain. Through her art\, Christine Raymond hopes to inspire others to discover the state’s natural wonders and share in the profound sense of place that has shaped her life and work. \n\nContact ARTfactory\, Gallery Director: Jordan Exum | jexum@VirginiaARTfactory.org 9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, VA 20110 | 703-330-2787 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday (10 am-5 pm)\, Sunday (12-5 pm) VirginiaARTfactory.org 
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/4-the-love-of-va/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
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