Community
Local non-profit arts organizations are invited to submit requests for funding to the Purcellville Arts Council to be considered for inclusion in the Town’s proposal for the Virginia Commission for the Arts Creative Communities Partnership Grant Program. Eligible arts organizations are encouraged to apply online by Sunday, March 3. The online form is available on the…
Come to Rock the Rink at the Bush Tabernacle Skating Rink located at 250 S Nursery Avenue in Purcellville. Starting at 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 9, enjoy performances by Insert Title Policy, Eternal Moon, Blank Slate, and the Wickers. Tickets are $10 in advance and at the door. Concessions will be available for purchase.…
Gov. Youngkin has announced that applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Governor’s Fellows Program. The Governor’s Fellows Program is an opportunity for rising seniors and recent graduates to get a firsthand look at the executive branch in action. Since 1982, fellows have worked alongside the Governor’s Cabinet and staff, learning about state government…
New Leesburg business helps crafters become true business owners By Audrey Carpenter There’s no way you can miss the happy bright blue owl, affectionately known as “Arty” on the front window of Artisan Market and Studio in the Village of Leesburg Shopping Center off Catoctin Circle. Penny Hauffe designed the mascot for the store, which…
Join the town of Middleburg Feb. 16-19, for the 13 th annual Winter Weekend Sale. During the Winter Weekend Sale, visitors will be able to hunt for some wonderful gifts for themselves and others while experiencing the small-town charm of Middleburg. Many local stores and restaurants will be providing special deals throughout the weekend. Just look for…
A ribbon cutting was held on Friday, Jan. 12 to celebrate the grand opening of HOTWORX. The studio offers a unique fitness experience through a virtually instructed exercise program, which allows users to receive the many benefits of infrared heat absorption, while completing a 30-minute Isometric workout or 15-minute High Intensity Interval Training session. As…
Marie De La Fleur opens in Landsdowne Reprinted with permission from Fleur De Cuisine Six years ago, Natalie Ramos would have never expected to be opening a restaurant with her daughter. Six years ago on this very day, Ramos knocked on her neighbor’s door and asked if she would help her boil pots of water…
“A day on, not a day off!” said James Conway Sr. of the Universal Lodge #1 of Alexandria who came to march with members of the Mighty 31st Masonic District of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Richmond and the 30th and 29th Masonic Districts in the 2024 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.…
Lisa and Marie arrived at the shelter when their owner passed away. Losing the only home they had ever known was a big change for these cats. They were quite scared when they arrived into the shelter’s care. Over the past few weeks, Lisa and Marie have grown more confident and are showing us their…
The Virginia Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom is pleased to introduce the Doug Stoughton Memorial Scholarship opportunity for graduating high school seniors and current college students pursuing a future in agriculture or education. Scholarship winners will receive $1,000 to further their studies at a 2- or 4-year college or university. The scholarship was created in honor of…