Staying Cool…And Safe…This Summer

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Although our summers can be sticky, they are a perfect time to get outside and have fun.

In our June feature, “Fun in the Sun: The Safe Way,” Olivia Overman shares advice on enjoying the great outdoors while protecting your skin and eyes from the sun’s potentially harmful rays. Plus, she busts common sun-related myths so that you and your family can avoid the preventable side effects of UV exposure and stick to the fun side of summer.

Once you’ve applied sunscreen and donned a brimmed hat, you’re set to enjoy freshly prepared meals on the patio at the Secret Garden Cafe in Occoquan, an enchanting spot to take a break and soak in the view. Flip to “Local Flavor” by Amy Falkofske to learn more.

Virginia’s long, hot summers drive many taste buds to fixate on ice cream. Amanda Causey Baity shows us several ways to make it from scratch in “The Science of Ice Cream”, sharing her family recipe and ideas for getting creative with this seasonal favorite. Strawberry shortcake ice cream and DIY sundae kits anyone?

For another type of frosty treat, head to Tin Cannon Brewing Company to sample some chilled craft beer. Profiled by Paul Keily in “Destinations”, this Manassas nanobrewery invites friends to get together and relax in their tap room on weekends. There, you can stick to more familiar styles or take a walk on the wild side with brews like Vaughn’s Peanut Butter Porter or Brunch of Champions, a bacon-flavored beer.

This is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to things to do and see in Greater Prince William this season. Be sure to read the event calendar at the back of each issue, and to visit our online calendar (princewilliamliving.com/events) for even more activities, like the June 7 Taste of Historic Manassas and Taste of Woodbridge at Stonebridge on June 13.

Enjoy your summer!

Sincerely,

Rebecca Barnes, Publisher