Spring Break is almost here, but whether all the resorts are booked, you have no money or friends, or you just decided to stay put this year, Patch has you covered. Here are five great "staycations" near Centreville: Manassas —While it isn't Cancun, it does have great history. Who wouldn't want to spend spring break learning? Middleburg —Okay, so there's no ocean and the bars tend to be in dank basements instead of swimming pools. Still, where else can you go antiquing with somebody who once knew somebody who knew Jackie O?  Lorton —Maybe it isn't Atlantis or Beaches, but the abandoned prison…

It's St. Patrick's Day, and everybody needs someplace to celebrate.  Here are five choices near Centreville: Fast Eddie's —The Centreville pub will feature DJs and multiple bands Rita's —In Westfields, buy one regular-sized ice, get a second free The Auld Shebeen —The Fairfax restaurant will have live music Ned Devine's —The Herndon pub will have Irish dancers, green beer and Gonzo's Nose Finnegan's Irish Pub —Also in Herndon, will feature a live broadcast from WJFK radio's Holden and Wise, musical guests, plus Irish dancers and bagpipe music

Clifton Children's Academy  SYA Cheerleading, July 18-22 Sung's American Martial Arts Center Fairfax County Parks Willowcreek Academy

Need to unwind? Here's a few places to go for happy hour in the area: Sweetwater Tavern Famous Dave's Glory Days Grill Backyard Grill & Bar  Velocity Five

1) The American Cancer Society's Relay for Life is coming to Centreville High School on June 4. Fundraising teams of walkers have already started signing up, but more are welcome. The planning committee also needs some help. 2) As SYA softball season kicks off, the teams needs volunteer coaches and assistant coaches.  3) Help older adults who can't get out so easily anymore get a good meal and a friendly visit. Volunteer once a month or as a substitute with Fairfax County Meals on Wheels.  4) Durga Temple in Fairfax Station needs some assistance from medical professionals to provide free …

Whether you are on your first date, or have fallen into a boring routine doing the same restaurant every year with that special someone, you can find places to go right here in Centreville to make Valentine's Day a truly memorable night. 1) Alto Plaza Restaurant and Lounge has  unique atmosphere for formal dining. There's also dancing on Valentine's weekend. 2) If you just want a fun, laid back night with drinks, Sweetwater Tavern could be the place to go. Or check out another restaurant, like Pho Bistro or Vit Goel Tofu if your date is in the mood for some Korean food. 3) Check out Velocity …

Starting today, Patch will run a new weekly feature called Patch Picks, highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more. You’ll find useful lists to help you, your family, friends, and significant others find the best places for everything from Sunday brunch to New Year’s Eve celebrations, pumpkin patches, date night destinations, florists, girlfriend nights out, kids party places, parks and more. Here's our first list on Centreville Patch. Want to suggest a list? Submit your idea in the comment box. 1) …