Residents have a chance to enjoy a free cupcake and chat with a police officer from the Purcellville Police Department on Monday, April 12. Cupcake with a Cop is an event to encourage open dialogue between police officers and community members in a neutral environment.
The outdoor event will be held outside of the Sweet Rose Bakeshop at 201 N. 23rd Street in Purcellville from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday. This is the first Cupcake with a Cop event hosted by the Purcellville Police Department, according to a news release from the police department. The free cupcakes are all donated by the Sweet Rose Bakeshop.
Participants will need to wear a mask and follow social distancing protocols. For more information, visit here: https://www.purcellvilleva.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2316
Would you like the chance to help keep the park looking wonderful? Look no further. Join us for the day and lend a helping hand in our continuous effort to keep the park’s trails, streams, and fields beautiful and clean.
The One Loudoun carnival is back and in full swing. Check out the 2021 One Loudon Spring Carnival May 12-31 for affordable, family fun. There are rides, food, and games for all ages. For savings and to purchase unlimited ride wristbands, visit www.marylandcarnivals.com.
Help end the stigma that surrounds mental illness. One in 5 American adults will suffer with a mental illness in any given year.
Participate in a one-mile walk through beautiful historic downtown Leesburg. Bring the family, organize a team, walk the dog, or just bring yourself. All are welcome!
A suggested donation of $50.00 will go toward A Helping Hand – a core program of Friends of Loudoun Mental Health. All dollars raised stay in Loudoun County and only support Loudoun County residents.
A Helping Hand
A program providing a hand up, not a hand out, to individuals that need the immediate support. The one-time gift of support to Loudoun County residents that are disabled by a mental illnesses, who are receiving professional care, and are in need of temporary financial help, benefit from the A Helping Hand program. Examples of funding include, money for an asthma inhalator, deposit for utilities, or boots for the winter season.
Learn how to become an authentic and transformative leader with NEST inspires virtual workshop on October 16. The Zoom workshop is suitable for ages 10 and up.
Uma Panch, a speaker, trainer, and researcher based in Australia, will be leading the event. You can learn more about who she is at www.umapanch.com.
All attendees will receive e-certificates for the workshop and one hour of community service.
Workshop Registration: https://bit.ly/2ZXUJSd
Participants will receive 1 hour of community service*
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Enjoy a special tour of the Mansion at twilight with the house fully decorated for the holidays. Hear about past holiday traditions at Oatlands during the guided tour. Don’t miss this chance to see Oatlands in a different, festive “light”!
Twilight Tour Dates: Saturdays, Dec. 3, 10 & 17
Tour Times: 5pm, 5:30pm, 6pm, 6:30pm.
*Tours are $60 for the first three guests, or $20/person for over 4 guests. Students (6 to 18 years of age) are $10 a person. Children 5 and under are free.
On arriving to Oatlands, please pull into the parking lot to the right off the main drive and check in with the front desk staff at the visitor center about 15-minutes prior to your tour. Here you can get a drink of water, and use the restrooms before advancing on to the main house, a brief walk through the trees.
Enjoy a special tour of the Mansion at twilight with the house fully decorated for the holidays. Hear about past holiday traditions at Oatlands during the guided tour. Don’t miss this chance to see Oatlands in a different, festive “light”!
Twilight Tour Dates: Saturdays, Dec. 3, 10 & 17
Tour Times: 5pm, 5:30pm, 6pm, 6:30pm.
*Tours are $60 for the first three guests, or $20/person for over 4 guests. Students (6 to 18 years of age) are $10 a person. Children 5 and under are free.
On arriving to Oatlands, please pull into the parking lot to the right off the main drive and check in with the front desk staff at the visitor center about 15-minutes prior to your tour. Here you can get a drink of water, and use the restrooms before advancing on to the main house, a brief walk through the trees.
Enjoy a special tour of the Mansion at twilight with the house fully decorated for the holidays. Hear about past holiday traditions at Oatlands during the guided tour. Don’t miss this chance to see Oatlands in a different, festive “light”!
Twilight Tour Dates: Saturdays, Dec. 3, 10 & 17
Tour Times: 5pm, 5:30pm, 6pm, 6:30pm.
*Tours are $60 for the first three guests, or $20/person for over 4 guests. Students (6 to 18 years of age) are $10 a person. Children 5 and under are free.
On arriving to Oatlands, please pull into the parking lot to the right off the main drive and check in with the front desk staff at the visitor center about 15-minutes prior to your tour. Here you can get a drink of water, and use the restrooms before advancing on to the main house, a brief walk through the trees.
Celebrate with St. Peter’s Episcopal Church on the 4th of July
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 37018 Glendale Street in Purcellville, is hosting their annual “Independence Day Party” on Tuesday, July 4 right after the Purcellville parade around 1 p.m. All are welcome to join for a free pulled pork BBQ lunch and live Bluegrass music by Paxson Ridge.
Guests are invited to a short prayer service following lunch which will include a patriotic sing-a-long, prayers for our nation and a reading of The Declaration of Independence by Gary M. Clemens, Clerk of the Circuit Court. The celebration will take place rain or shine.
“This occasion presents a fantastic chance to get acquainted with your neighbors and commemorate our country’s independence. We eagerly anticipate seeing familiar faces and making new connections. And every prayer helps in these anxious times,” Fr. Tom Simmons, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church.
Donations will be accepted for food and live music.
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Introducing the 5K Wellness Walk—an exciting family affair that champions wellness activities and the pursuit of healthier lives. The 5K Wellness Walk is a family event and call to action for participants to shift focus to wellness activities and healthier lifestyles. Embrace a healthier lifestyle for the entire family. Our adventure begins at the Morven Park with a staggered start, ensuring a seamless experience along the trail. Join us in this inspiring call to action and let’s together foster well-being, one step at a time.