Manassas Neighborhood Conference is Nov. 19

The 5th Annual City of Manassas Neighborhood Conference is happening on Sat., Nov. 19 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Manassas Boys & Girls Club, 9501 Dean Park Lane, Manassas. This year�s theme, presented by City of Manassas Neighborhood Services, is "Healthy Neighborhoods: Connecting People, Ideas & Resources!"

Register for one morning and one afternoon workshop among four choices of: "Get Out of Operating in the Red - HOA Financial Tips," "It's Easy Being Green - Organic Community Landscaping," "Volunteer Power!" or "Lead by Example: Understanding Code Enforcement."

Housing counselors will be available to talk to concerned homeowners, but you must preregister to make an appointment for private consultation.

Register youth, ages 5 to 18, for Youth Caf� choices that include: "Youth Community Game Show" (Ages 5-17), "Club Tech" (Ages 5-17), "Fit U Sports Skills Challenge" (Ages 5-17), "SMART Leaders Social Hour" (Ages 10-17), "Career Launch" (Ages 12 & up) and "Mobilizing Youth - Healthy Thinking, Emotions & Changes (Ages 12-18).

More than 250 residents attended last year�s conference. Admission is free and family friendly, but everyone is encouraged to register so organizers can plan the supplies for workshops, youth activities and box lunches (vegetarian available).

Walgreens will be offering flu shots to participants 7 years and older throughout the conference. Walgreens accepts most insurance plans. If you have Medicare Part B, you�ll have no out-of-pocket cost. The first 80 participants without insurance who come to Walgreens� booth, will receive a voucher for a free flu shot.

Donations of supplies for City of Manassas Animal Shelter will be gratefully accepted at the door: paper towels, disinfectant wipes, dog/cat food, kitty litter or large trash bags.

Register by calling Christen Zenich at 703-257-8315 or register online at www.manassascity.org/neighconf.