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Integrated Play Connections Finds a Home in Historic Downtown

Please join us in welcoming Integrated Play Connections Therapy Center and co-owners Michelle Walker and Samantha Long to Historic Downtown Manassas. Located on Church Street, the practice provides child-centered play therapy, caregiver support, professional training, supervision, and consultation services for mental health professionals. Beyond their clinical services, the team is investing in family wellness through free monthly Preschool Storytime events on their lawn, bringing together young children, caregivers, and guest readers from organizations such as Occupational Therapy providers, Speech Therapy specialists, Arts VanGo, and AlphaBet Preschool.

Their arrival further diversifies Downtown’s business mix, creating opportunities to serve the City’s growing number of families while supporting jobs in a specialized field. With Downtown vacancy ending Q1 at just 1.8%, the addition of a service-based business like Integrated Play Connections strengthens an already active district and complements the area’s thriving retail, dining, and entertainment offerings.

✂️ Open House & Ribbon Cutting: July 11, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Ribbon Cutting at 11:30 a.m.

 

 

 

Metamorphosis Salon Celebrates Grand Opening

Congratulations to Stephanie Geier and the team at Metamorphosis Salon on their May 27 ribbon cutting at Beauregard Square. The celebration drew a packed crowd and a strong showing of fellow Downtown business owners—another reminder of the collaborative spirit that defines Manassas.

Specializing in customized color services, precision haircuts, extensions, and personalized beauty experiences, Metamorphosis combines elevated salon services with a commitment to sustainability through eco-conscious products and practices. Their opening adds momentum to Beauregard Square, an increasingly popular destination helping extend foot traffic along Center Street while expanding the range of services available to Downtown residents, workers, and visitors.

 

PARTNER SPOTLIGHT

 

Manassas Museum: Open for Business

Opening June 19, the Manassas Museum’s newest exhibit, Open for Business, explores the businesses that shaped Downtown Manassas from 1900 to 1960.

Visitors will discover historic retail stores, restaurants, entertainment venues, and vocational trades through photographs, artifacts, and original business signs. Highlights include a recreated barbershop inspired by Buck’s Barbershop and an interactive map showing where historic businesses once stood and what occupies those locations today. Watch for details in the link below and plan your visit soon.

 

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PROPERTY SPOTLIGHT

Signature Corner Property Available

Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Manassas, 9108 Center Street presents a rare mixed-use investment and owner-user opportunity. The 11,108-square-foot property features a fully built-out restaurant space with multiple dining areas, a bar, commercial kitchen, three upper-floor apartments, and additional storage space with potential for future residential conversion. Positioned on a prominent corner, the property benefits from strong foot traffic, proximity to the VRE station, and continued investment throughout Historic Downtown. Ideal for restaurateurs, investors, or entrepreneurs seeking a signature Downtown presence.

To view this property click the link below. For more commercial real estate opportunities visit choosemanassas.org/available-property.

 

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