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.
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
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.
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.
Donations will be accepted one day only on Saturday, August 28 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at four locations: Inova Loudoun Hospital, 44045 Riverside Parkway, Leesburg; Inova Loudoun Hospital – Cornwall Campus, 224 Cornwall Street, Leesburg; Middleburg Charter School, 101 N Madison St, Middleburg and Loudoun Valley High School, 340 N Maple Ave, Purcellville.
A variety of items will not be accepted this year. For a complete list of acceptable donations and for more details about the sale, please visit www.ladiesboard.org or call 703-771-2985. VIP ticket sales and the Rummage Sale benefit Inova Loudoun Hospital and nursing scholarships.
Loudoun County Animal Services is hosting a “Clear the Shelters” event on Saturday, Sept. 18. All adoption fees will be waived.
The free pet adoption event will be held at the animal shelter from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday. The shelter, which moved to a new location over the summer, is located at 42225 Adoption Drive in Leesburg.
Dogs, cats, rabbits, and other small pets are available for adoption at the shelter. All dogs, cats, and rabbits are spayed and neutered before going home with their new owner. Those animals are also microchipped.
Dogs and cats receive age-appropriate vaccinations before the adoption, the shelter said. Anyone interested in adopting a pet can view available animals online at the Loudoun County Animal Services website.
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.
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*
Celebrate the holidays and get your groove on with the Jingle Bell Rock & Run. Run the races or bring your little ones for the 1-Mile Jammie Jingle! Then, enjoy loads of fun at the after party. Let your kids meet with Santa and take part in the festivities that will be sure to put you in the holiday spirit.
There are over $5,000 in awards and prizes!
5K & 10K Swag
Custom high-quality Tech-Race Shirt
Race Bib
Digital Race Certificate
FREE Race Photo at FX Pictures Booth
1-Mile Jammie Jingle Fun Run
Race Bib
Holiday Dogtags
$5,000 in Awards and Prizes
Snap a Photo, Share a Photo – You’re Entered For a Chance to Win Exciting Prizes!
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CHARITY BENEFICIARY: INOVA Life with Cancer
INOVA Life with Cancer’s purpose is to enhance the
quality of life of those affected by cancer by providing
evidence-based education, support, wellness programs
and integrative therapies.
A Taste For History: Loudoun Museum Fundraiser
The Loudoun Museum’s annual fundraiser A Taste For History is an evening for celebrating history while enjoying a five-course meal with guided wine pairings and silent and paddle auctions.
All proceeds will benefit the Loudoun Museum, helping the nonprofit to bring history and community together as they preserve, explore, and engage people around Loudoun County history.
The evening will include:
5-course dinner with pairings, featuring wines from Doukenie, Stone Tower, and Amlés wineries.
A display of Loudoun Museum’s “Vintage Pursuits” exhibit on the history of Virginia wine.
Reflections on the Museum’s past and future by Executive Director Carrie Christoffersen.
Silent and live paddle auction of items ranging from art to experiences.