Veterans of Foreign Wars to host craft show

Coming up next month the VFW Post 1503 will be having its annual Holiday Craft Show on Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Post's location on Minnieville Road. Admission is free and food and drinks will be available for purchase. Table rentals are $30. To reserve a table, please contact Betty Gimble at 703-491-9249 or contact her by email at nanagimble@comcast.net. You may also contact Mary Smart at mlsmart51@comcast.net Participation in this event will help the VFW with their assistance of veterans and their families through the holiday season.

Civic association show

Don't miss the Rockettes this season at the Patriot Center at George Mason in Fairfax. Sponsored by the Dale City Civic Association, the trip cost will include the ticket, transportation and gratuity. This will be a spectacular holiday show. For more information, contact Dottie at 703-670-5413.

Family event today

Bethel Christian School is holding their Family Fun Day and Sale today from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. rain or shine. They are located on Pennington Lane in Woodbridge. Call Gaye Nobles at 703-590-5199 if you have any questions. There will be games, food and prizes for everyone.

Helping non-readers become readers

Literacy Volunteers of America-Prince William would like to invite you to have the wonderful opportunity of teaching someone to read. They are always looking for compassionate individuals who are willing to give some of their time to help an adult become a reader. They have many adult students just waiting to be matched with volunteers. This is a non-profit organization that offers free tutoring to adults in the county. Previous experience is not necessary. They will train you to become a certified adult literacy tutor. Upcoming workshops are Nov. 7 and 21. Please register today at 703-670-5702 or email lvapw@aol.com. For more information, visit www.lvapw.org. Become a tutor, change a life!

Military appreciation

Northern Virginia Community College will hold a Military Appreciation Day on Nov. 4 from 11 a.m.to 3 p.m. It will be held in the first floor atrium. Active duty military, retirees and their dependents can enjoy refreshments and giveaways while collecting info from the Disabled Veterans, VFW, Military Survivors Education Benefits Program and Concurrent Admission Program.

NVCC Reps will be available to answer questions about college programs. For more information, contact Diane at 703-878-5748.

Jeanne Palomo reports your neighborhood news from the Dale City area every Saturday in the News & Messenger. If you have news about birthdays, your family, your club or your HOA activities, please send it to DaleCityNeighbor@ aol.com.