Join Nest4US in fighting food insecurity at its Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) Day of Service Rice Up Against Hunger event to benefit low-income families. Help brighten the day of families in need with these bags, giving them nourishment and hope!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e084aa4a729ab9-mlkrice
All are invited to a free virtual workshop presented by Ms. Kim Karr, co-founder of #ICANHELP, an effective, outcome-based program that celebrates youth innovation, empowers digital changemakers and promotes digital safety!
When: Saturday, February 27th, 2021
Time: 1 PM EST (10 AM PST)
Age: All Ages Are Welcome!
Zoom Meeting Link: https://zoom.us/j/99836608766?pwd=K1YvZy9JL210U1pKYm1QRHpsSWhFdz09
Meeting ID: 998 3660 8766
Passcode: 674607
**Participants will receive 1 hour of community service**
If you have any questions, please contact info@nest4us.org.
Facebook/YouTube: NEST4US
Twitter: @joinnest4
Instagram: @joinnest
Website: www.nest4us.org
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.
JWCL will be hosting a free homecoming dress event in the Teen Center at Rust Library. Please help spread the word!
There are hundreds of beautiful, brand new and gently used dresses available to give away to teens. The event is Saturday, September 18th, 12-4 pm.
No reservations or appointments needed. The event is free to attend with a free dress to take home. Dressing rooms are available.
Also, if you’re interested in volunteering for this event, please contact jwclva@gmail.com.
The second annual Powerful7 Fashion Show Fundraiser will be held September 18. This premier event MC’d by MC TV news reporter Christy Matino (WDVM), produced by Lisa Jones, and hosted by Let’s by Jenny’s Jenny Goff Phillips features Amy Word- Crescimanno, Erica Rowe, Gazal Modhera, Gift Wyatt, Erin Masters, Fatema Kolia, Hannah Catherine, Katie McGarth Schneider, Lia Hobel, Monica Archondo, and Teresa Lopez wearing designs by Studio D’ Maxsi’s renowned designer Afua Sam with hair and makeup by Logan14.
The very special evening begins with VIP access and a special whiskey tasting by Uncle Nearest, followed by black tie dealer casino tables, special guest performance by jazz artist Tulani, silent auction, gourmet hor d’oeuvres, followed by the fashion show.
THE HONORED BENEFICIARY
ONE SPARROW’S Solitaire Carroll established the organization with her husband to help provide better access to education and resources which in turn provide hope, empowerment, and a sustainable future. One Sparrow understands the importance of community partnerships that “share knowledge, resources, strengths, passion, and encouragement with families who are left feeling distraught and alone in the midst of hardship.” Since 2013, One Sparrow has been successful in raising awareness locally, donating funds for durable medical equipment, basic medicine, education, and educational enrichment programming for hundreds of children whose families lack the resources.
MC CHRISTY MATINO
MC TV news reporter Christy Matino (WDVM). As a teenager and into her early 20’s, she lived in New York City as an actor and model, working on television, film and commercials. She is a member of the Screen Actors’ Guild and is a published model, having walked in 2020 New York Fashion Week.
TICKETS & VIP ACCESS DETAILS
VIP ACCESS $125 SEATED GUARANTEED
Includes early 5 PM entry for a personalized tasting provided by Uncle Nearest,
and designer and model meet and greet.
DOORS OPEN: 6 PM $75
https://www.fineartsmovement.com
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*
The Loudoun County Animal Shelter will host a fee-waived adoption event to get homes for as many animals as possible before the holidays.
The adoption event will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 18. The day-long event will take place at Loudoun County Animal Services’s new shelter at 42225 Adoption Drive in Leesburg.
Loudoun County Animal Services announced that they would also take in dogs and cats from under-resourced shelters around the area before the event to help as many animals in need find a home for Christmas.
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
Loudoun County, VA– The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) will hold the 10th Child Safety Day in partnership with the Town of Leesburg Police Department on Nov. 5, 2022, at the Village at Leesburg.
This free event will be held from noon to 4 p.m. and will feature emergency vehicles and displays from the LCSO, the Leesburg Police Department, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), the Office of the Loudoun Commonwealth’s Attorney, Loudoun County Child Advocacy Center, Loudoun Abused Women’s Shelter, Loudoun Child Protective Services, Loudoun County Combined Fire and Rescue System, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Inova Loudoun Hospital Pediatrics, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, and the Ryan Bartel Foundation.
Many of the displays at Child Safety Day will provide information to parents on how they can protect their child from becoming a victim of a crime.
This year the LCSO will again invite Loudoun youth to “lend a hand in fighting crime” by dipping their hands in non-toxic, washable paint and placing their handprints on a sheriff’s office patrol car.
The event will also include live entertainment and games.
The Village at Leesburg is located at 1602 Village Market Boulevard, SE, in Leesburg, VA.
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.