Apr
17
Sat
Earth Day Cleanup @ Claude Moore Park @ Claude Moore
Apr 17 @ 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

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.

May
9
Sun
The Power of Loudoun Influencers & Nonprofits @ online
May 9 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Learn more about the powerful nonprofits and community influencers in Loudoun County, featuring Jennifer Lassiter Smith (INMED), Lia Hobel (Uplift Loudoun), Colleen Shumaker (Finding the Fantastic) and Solitaire Carroll (One Sparrow).

These individuals discuss their platforms and nonprofits as well as community giving. Join the interesting discussion live Saturday, May 8.

You can RSVP to watch at https://fb.me/e/RxGC8bdQ

This Saturday, Get The Tea will be hosting four outstanding community influencers and nonprofit leaders. Join outstanding leaders from Uplift Loudoun, Finding the Fantastic, INMED, and One Sparrow

About the show

Get the Tea is a new digital talk show created and hosted by Buta Biberaj. The show features noteworthy and diverse guests who are amplifying community issues, and focuses on creating a forum for increased access to critical information that our communities need to improve their daily lives. Get the Tea aims to be inclusive, and feature real people with real experiences who discuss issues that impact our families and communities. Each episode presents an issue, ideas for solutions or action, and a message of hope. Additionally, the show will conduct interviews with prominent figures, such as celebrities and politicians, on topics that impact our community.

Oct
16
Sat
NEST Inspires “Developing Leadership Qualities” Virtual Workshop @ Virtual
Oct 16 @ 5:00 pm

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*

Join NEST Inspires virtual leadership workshop.
Nov
19
Fri
Tree Lighting Ceremony Nov. 20 at Village at Leesburg @ Village at Leesburg
Nov 19 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Photo: Credit: Darren Sharp

Join the community at the Village at Leesburg, Saturday, November 20 from 4-8 pm for the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony featuring the new Wish Tree.

Tree Lighting Event Activities:

• Visits with Santa & his helper Elf

• Strolling entertainment

• Merchant giveaways and specials

• Carolers singing modern holiday carols

• FREE Horse-drawn Carriage Rides throughout the event (carriage located in front of Altar’d State on Village Market Blvd)

• Live performances on the main stage:
The Dance Academy of Loudoun
Bella Ballerina
Bach to Rock

Dec
13
Mon
Mobile Hope’s Christmas Village Returns for its 10th Year @ Mobile Hope
Dec 13 @ 3:30 pm – Dec 18 @ 7:30 pm
Mobile Hope's Christmas Village Returns for its 10th Year @ Mobile Hope

Mobile Hope’s Christmas Village will bring joy to kids for its 10th season. The campus will transform into a Christmas Village, COVID-safe, drive-through Christmas event at 302 Parker Court, SE in Leesburg for pre-registered families in need.

Last year, the holiday event served 2,534 children in need with toys, stuffed animals, diapers and seasonal clothing.

Registered clients will drive through the Christmas Village, as children are entertained by elves, holiday music, festive lights and delightful decorations.

Santa will also be there!

To sign up to wrap, decorate, or volunteer at the event, email getinvolved@mobile-hope.org.

Jan
15
Sat
Volunteer on Day of Service with NEST4US @ CJR Martial Arts
Jan 15 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Volunteer on Day of Service with NEST4US @ CJR Martial Arts

Join NEST4US for a service project in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The nonprofit will host “Nourish 2 Flourish” a zero-hunger initiative where volunteers will pack and provide grocery bags for people facing food insecurity.

Brighten the day of families in need with these bags, giving them nourishment and hope! The nonprofit will join thousands of Americans across the country who will be celebrating the national holiday honoring the life and work of Dr. King by doing service in their communities.

To learn more about donating supplies or volunteering, please visit this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e084aa4a729ab9-nourish2flourish

Dec
10
Sat
Santa’s Workshop to benefit foster kids and homeless community @ Crossroads United Methodist Church
Dec 10 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

You are cordially invited to Touching Heart’s 7th annual Santa’s Workshop benefitting local children in foster care.

Bring a gift to donate and join us for this free event!
Enjoy an afternoon of holiday-themed activities including wrapping presents for kids in need, holiday crafts and treats, assembling cold care packages for the homeless, holiday shopping, and a visit from Santa!

Let’s start the holiday season by celebrating with the spirit of giving!

Mar
25
Sat
Petals and Poses at the Breaux Vineyards Cherry Blossom Festival Day @ Breaux Vineyards
Mar 25 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Celebrate Spring and the peak bloom of the cherry blossom trees to our area with a quiet morning spent at Breaux Vineyards in Purcellville. The ultimate way to chill on a Saturday. Enjoy the trip out West then stop to enjoy some fun time with your friends and family. Stretch, sip & craft with blooms2u and Exhaleyogi at the Cherry Blossom Festival Day celebration from 11-6 pm! Cherry blossoms will be at their peak bloom. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to take some instaworthy photos.

Feel good in your body with a yoga session designed to shake off the winter blues, cultivate joy and strength, and lastly “melt” as your mind and body slip into a deep state of rest. Please remember to bring a yoga mat, water bottle and layer your clothes for comfort. A blanket and yoga blocks are also wonderful things to bring if you have them. Class will start at 11:00 am so please arrive by 1045 am to get situated on your mat.

After your yoga practice, sample the Breaux Vineyards selection of wine at this Loudoun place to be. Will it be bubbly, red, white or rose’ for you? It’ll be Breaux rose’ release day for the festival. Wine and food from the Breaux Vineyards menu is available for purchase. Sample the wine offerings and discover a new favorite. Sip a glass or purchase a bottle to take home.
Learn tips and tricks of pro floral arranging using fresh, seasonal flowers and a reuseable Mason jar. Create a beautiful seasonal floral display to enjoy during your day at Breaux Vineyard and home. All supplies will be provided. No prior skills required.
Live music will be in the main tasting space to elevate your experience.
Ticket price is $60.00. Advanced registration is required. Cheers!

Jul
31
Mon
Back to School Drive
Jul 31 @ 4:00 pm

Every year, NEST4US donates school supply kits to low-income families in the Washington Metro Area through our NEST Kares program. Grab some extra school supplies while you’re out shopping to help a child in need this upcoming school year. Together let’s help kids succeed!

Back2School Supply Drive (*ONLINE SHIPMENTS ARE WELCOME*): https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e084aa4a729ab9-back2#/
Donations (Tax-Deductible): PayPal.Me/nest4us
Supply Drive: Now Through August 31st, 2023

VOLUNTEER HOURS:

We will provide 30 minutes for donation items (X number of items = X number of hours, such as 1 slot = 30 minutes)
Those who have signed up to donate items, please drop them off before August 31st. Please contact the respective volunteer leads to coordinate donation drop off.

Drop Off Location: 20699 Tally Ho Court Ashburn VA, 20147. Contact Anu # 703-839-2953

Donations (Tax-Deductible): PayPal.Me/nest4us

*Please do not delete any of your signups last minute (Would greatly appreciate if you could give us 48 hours’ notice, thanks for understanding)

Feb
16
Fri
Jazz performance celebrates black history month and faith @ St. Peter’s Episcopal Church
Feb 16 @ 7:00 pm

On Friday, Feb. 16 at 7 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church and Ketoctin Covenant Presbyterian Church will jointly present “Jazz: Spirituality in a Minor Key.” The event will take place at 37018 Glendale Street in Purcellville. Guests will enjoy a night of great Jazz and Blues performed by Presbyterian pastor and Jazz drummer Chip Hammond and his band, On Easy Street. Attendees will delve into the rich history of this uniquely American art form, rooted in the African American experience and faith.

The event’s format will seamlessly blend stories and songs, offering guests an immersive experience. Following the performance, there will be a reception, providing an opportunity to further engage with the musicians and fellow attendees.

The cost is $20 per person and cash or checks will be accepted at the event. Please RSVP to the church office at office@stpetes.net.