Feb
27
Sat
NEST Inspires “Digital Wellness & Digital Leadership” Free Workshop @ virtual
Feb 27 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

NEST Inspires “Digital Wellness & Digital Leadership” Free Worksho
NEST Inspires is a leadership program with a mission to Network, Empower, Succeed, and Transform.

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

Mar
5
Fri
Early Giving Has Started for “Give Choose” Campaign @ online
Mar 5 – Mar 16 all-day

Every year, Give Choose highlights non-profits in the community and draws much needed attention and funding for the wonderful work they do. While the official day for Give Choose is March 16th, you can make your donations early. There are 115 non-profits participating this year.

Learn more about how you can help here:https://www.givechoose.org/index.cfm

Mar
27
Sat
NEST Inspires Virtual Workshop @ Virtual
Mar 27 @ 6:00 pm
NEST Inspires Virtual Workshop @ Virtual

NEST Inspires is a leadership program with a mission to Network, Empower, Succeed, and Transform! Join NEST for a free virtual workshop on “Samurai Mindset Masterclass” presented by motivational speaker, Uma Panch from Sydney, Australia! All attendees will receive e-certificates for the workshop. Spots are limited.

Registration Link: https://bit.ly/3pXYuPF

When: Saturday, March 27th
Time: 6 PM EST
Age: All Ages Are Welcome
Zoom Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87254914945?pwd=WFgwRE5QN011SzI3R29BUE5TMjNaQT09
Meeting ID: 872 5491 4945
Passcode: 728410

**Participants will receive 1 hour of community service**

If you have any questions, please contact us at info@nest4us.org!

Apr
17
Sat
Gus Goes Green: A Planet Earth Adventure
Apr 17 @ 11:00 am – 11:30 am

Celebrate Earth Day with Gus, a giant dog puppet, who leads you on a STEM-inspired adventure around the globe. Brought to you by Bright Star Touring Theatre, Gus encourages you to help the Earth through recycling, energy conservation and creative thinking.

The link for this program will be added to the library event calendar program listing in the days prior to the event, and will be activated just prior to the program time listed.

Program length: 30 minutes.

May
16
Sun
Loudoun Spring Farm Tour
May 16 all-day
Loudoun Spring Farm Tour

Visit your favorite Loudoun farms online or in person! Local farmers have created video tours, online shops, and hands-on activities for this year’s edition of the homegrown Loudoun County tradition that dates back to 1993.

All farms are open to visitors this Farm Tour Weekend through May 16.

For more information, visit https://loudounfarms.org/loudoun-spring-farm-tour/.

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

Apr
5
Tue
Easter Bunny fun at Morven Park @ Morven Park
Apr 5 @ 4:29 pm – 5:29 pm
Easter Bunny fun at Morven Park @ Morven Park

It’s Springtime at the Park: Come visit the Morven Park Bunny Trail!

Celebrate the beginning of spring in the historic Morven Park gardens with games, crafts, and our popular egg roll down the Davis Mansion lawn. This year we’re offering something better than a traditional egg hunt! We’re setting up Hippity Hop Stops featuring crafts and activities for all ages. Get your Hop Stop Passport stamped as you make your way through our gardens, posing for Instagrammable moments along the way, and collect candy and goodies. Be sure to meet rabbits from the 4H Leaps and Squeaks Rabbit Club and take your own family photo with the Easter Bunny.

Dec
10
Sat
Jingle Bell Rock & Run @ CFC Campus 44505 Atwater Drive, Ashburn, VA 20147
Dec 10 @ 9:00 am

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
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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.

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!

Oct
8
Sun
Blessing of Pets @ St. Peter’s Episcopal Church
Oct 8 @ 9:30 am
Blessing of Pets @ St. Peter’s Episcopal Church

On Sunday, Oct. 8, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 37018 Glendale Street in Purcellville, is hosting their annual Bless the Pets event in celebration of St. Francis of Assisi, nature’s saint. This special service will be at 9:30 a.m., rain or shine. The community is invited to bring their animal friends of all sizes to be blessed.

“This annual event is an opportunity for church members and community friends to remember St. Francis’ devotion to God’s creatures and bless those that are such a blessing to us,” said Father Tom Simmons, of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church.

Rescue groups PetConnect and HART will have a several animals available to adopt and provide loving homes to these deserving creatures.

Please be sure that small animals are in a proper carrier and large or potentially quarrelsome animals are properly restrained.

More information can be found at www.stpetes.net.