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The Town of Purcellville and the Purcellville Parks and Recreation Advisory Board invite Purcellville businesses and organizations to register to participate in thethird annual Celebrate Purcellville. This week-long, town-wide event is designed to encourage people to visit the Town of Purcellville, shop at local businesses, enjoy local food and beverage options, tour the town, and enjoy…
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and the Ryan Bartel Foundation, whose mission is to prevent youth suicide, is gearing up to spread awareness, support teens, and celebrate life. On Sept. 24, families will come together to run or walk the 5K, get showered with colors that symbolize sources of strengths they have in their…
By Robert Talbot It’s difficult to drive through Leesburg without noticing elaborate American flag displays decorating traffic signs, medians, and street corners all across town. Linger outside the circuit courthouse on East Market Street on any pleasant evening, and you’re bound to run into the man who sets up these displays. Mike Sanders—sometimes referred to…
The 53rd Annual Bluemont Fair will be held on Sept. 16 and 17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. both days, rain or shine. An old-fashioned Country Fair, the Bluemont Fair features traditional crafts (juried), local art and authors, craft and farming demonstrations. There will be a mix of music: traditional, blues, and country. Don’t forget a free…
On Saturday, Sept. 9, Ida Lee Park will hold its 15th annual Dog Swim at AV Symington Aquatic Center. The pool will be open for the dog-only swim for two sessions from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The event allows local pups the opportunity to have fun in a safe,…
The journey towards becoming an Eagle Scout is marked by a dedication to leadership, community service, and personal growth. In a remarkable display of these qualities, Owen Ayotte, a dedicated young scout from Troop 961, took it upon himself to enhance the aesthetics and functionality of his former middle school, Blue Ridge Middle School by…
Save the date – it’s that time of year again for the Purcellville Tag Sale. On Saturday, Oct.7 join the community for a day of fun, shopping, and deals. Oh, and treasures, too. Sign-up will end Monday, Oct. 2. The Purcellville Tag sale is perfect for the hunter, collector, picker, and hoarder in us all. The event starts bright and early…
A new Downtown Architectural Tour is available on “TourLeesburg”, the Town’s self-guided walking tour program. The tour features 24 stops, which highlight nearly three centuries of architectural styles. Sites include the Donaldson Cabin, the Birkby House, the Loudoun County Courthouse, People’s National Bank (now Lightfoot Restaurant), and Harrison Hall (now the Glenfiddich House). Smartphone users…
The Purcellville Library Fall Book Sale is coming soon sponsored by the Advisory Board. It will be held on Saturday, Oct. 7 from 9 to 4, and it is the same weekend as the Purcellville Tag Sale event. The fall book sale location will be held at the staff parking lot at 220 E. Main…
On Aug. 12 and 19, Tree of Life Ministries held its Annual Summer Giveaway events in three regions: Purcellville, Leesburg, and Sterling. These events were open to Loudoun County residents and beyond, offering free backpacks, school supplies, clothing, furniture, haircuts, and more. This year, there were over 1,000 attendees and 990 backpacks filled with school supplies were given…