Happenings! Events Calendar
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Summer Show in the Square Exhibit @ ArtSquare
featuring work by Conor Backman, Michael Beckner, Don Black, Lavonne Donohue, Joan Gardiner, Catherine Hillis, Carmen Howell, Brian Kirk, Roberta Marovelli, Sarita Moffat, John Raymond, Katherine Riedel, Danny Robbins, Sherry Sanabria, Elissa Farrow-Savos, Kurt Schwarz, Libby Stevens, Dana Thompson, Judith Thompson, and Antonia Walker
12 Cardinal Park Dr.SE, Leesburg, VA 703-777-8043 www.loudounartsquare.org
Art @ the Library: Joan Gardiner
Ceramic tiles by Joan Gardiner are on exhibit at Lovettsville Library until August 31.
FREE. Lovettsville Library 540-822-5824
Art @ the Library: Photography Exhibit
Photography by Linda Holtslander will be on exhibit at Cascades Library throughout the month of July.
FREE. Cascades Library 703-444-3228
Art @ the Library: Watercolor Exhibit
Watercolors by Alice Power will be on exhibit at Ashburn Library through the month of August during regular library hours.
FREE. Ashburn Library 703.737.8100
Art @ the Library: Watercolor Exhibit
Watercolors by Elaine Nunnally will be on exhibit at Middleburg Library July through August.
FREE. Middleburg Library 540-687-5730
"Out of the Ordinary" Fiber Arts Challenge Exhibition Opens!
The exhibition features creative works of art resulting from a fiber arts challenge in which each piece in the show must use all or part of a "fat quarter" (18 x 22' rectangle of fabric) donated by WebFabrics. Out of the Ordinary will feature creative works by regional artists and craftspeople in a variety of media. A cash prize will be awarded for Best in Show and a complete set of fat quarters in 360 colors from the Hoffman Bali Batiks Collection will be awarded to the Most Innovative Work. Out of the Ordinary will be on display in the Gallery at Franklin Park Arts Center from July 5-31, 2010. The public is invited to attend a reception for the artists from 3-5pm on July 11, 2010, at Franklin Park Arts Center. The exhibit and reception are free to the public.
Franklin Park Arts Center is located at 36447 Blueridge View Lane, Purcellville, VA 20132. For information call 540-338-7973, or see www.franklinparkartscenter.org
Live Local Music at Tarara Winery Every Sunday!
Live local music on our charming wood deck overlooking the Potomac River, set against the backdrop of Sugarloaf Mountain. Surrounded by a canopy of trees, the Winery Deck offers a relaxing, pleasant atmosphere.
Wines available for purchase. http://www.tarara.com/
Sizzlin' Summer Concerts @ Brambleton: The VIPs (Decades Dance)
Regal Wood Dr & Brambleton Plaza, Ashburn, VA 20148 http://brambleton.com/towncenter/Lansdowne Sounds of Summer Free Concert Series: The Reflex
It's a night to remember, under the stars on our outdoor terraces with music filling the air and the sounds of sizzling grills. Enjoy specialty drinks, grilled foods, fresh salads, Loudoun County wines, featuring Lansdowne Reserve produced exclusively by Tarara Winery. Picnic basket snacks will also be available for purchase. Concerts start at 7:00 p.m. and end at 10:00 p.m. Some seating will be provided, but you are more than welcome and encouraged to bring a blanket and sit on the lawn.
For more info - http://www.lansdownesensations.com/sounds-of-summer/
Cadillac Sky @ Tarara's Toast to the Tunes Summer Concert Series
Experience live music under the stars at Shadow Lake while sipping a cool glass of Chardonnay or savoring a bold Cabernet Franc. Whether it's original rock, cover bands, jazz, country or blues, Tarara has a complete line up to fulfill your musical desires.
$15 per person. http://www.tarara.com/experience-tarara/summer-concert-series/
Acoustic on the Green Concert: Robbie Limon
FREE! Location: Town Green (25 West Market Street), from June through August. For more information about the concert series, visit http://www.acousticonthegreen.comAUGUST: Tarara's 20th Anniversary Pour a Little More Campaign to Benefit the Loudoun Arts Council!
August is the Loudoun Arts Council month! Pour-a-Little-More Campaign "pours" back into the community by donating a percentage of retail sales every Tuesday to twelve local charities. So go to Tarara on a Tuesday in August, try and buy some wine, and part of your purchase will be donated to the arts!
Additionally, any new Tarara's Estate Wine Club members referred by the Loudoun Arts Council will generate additional donations! The Estate Wine Club membership includes all kinds of wine discounts, 2 complimentary tastings, 2 season passes to Tarara's Summer Concert Series, and invitations to exclusive Members Only events! Make sure to mention the Loudoun Arts Council! http://www.tarara.com/wine-shipping-club/
Leesburg's First Friday
Over 45 Specialty Shops, Art Galleries, Antique Shops and Restaurants are open until 9pm or later, many offering free refreshments and/or special sales.
Downtown historic Leesburg: http://leesburgfirstfriday.com/
Lansdowne Sounds of Summer Free Concert Series: Abbey Road
It's a night to remember, under the stars on our outdoor terraces with music filling the air and the sounds of sizzling grills. Enjoy specialty drinks, grilled foods, fresh salads, Loudoun County wines, featuring Lansdowne Reserve produced exclusively by Tarara Winery. Picnic basket snacks will also be available for purchase. Concerts start at 7:00 p.m. and end at 10:00 p.m. Some seating will be provided, but you are more than welcome and encouraged to bring a blanket and sit on the lawn.
For more info - http://www.lansdownesensations.com/sounds-of-summer/
Shane Gamble @ Tarara's Toast to the Tunes Summer Concert Series
Experience live music under the stars at Shadow Lake while sipping a cool glass of Chardonnay or savoring a bold Cabernet Franc. Whether it's original rock, cover bands, jazz, country or blues, Tarara has a complete line up to fulfill your musical desires.
$15 per person. http://www.tarara.com/experience-tarara/summer-concert-series/
Acoustic on the Green Concert: Gary Smallwood
FREE! Location: Town Green (25 West Market Street), from June through August. For more information about the concert series, visit http://www.acousticonthegreen.comSunday RHAC Music Jam - 2nd and 4th Sundays of Each Month
The Round Hill Arts Center (At the Hill High Orchard Store Building) hosts a twice-monthly jam session for Celtic and Old-time Music. The schedule includes: 1:00-3:00 Celtic Jam & 3:00-5:00 Old-time Jam. Great coffee, sandwiches, meals and pastries are available for purchase at the Hill High Orchard Store. Please come and support the Round Hill Arts Center, and this terrific opportunity for local music!
Round Hill Arts Center, 35246 Harry Byrd Highway, Rt 7, Round Hill, VA 20142 Email: info@roundhillartscenter.org
Sizzlin' Summer Concerts @ Brambleton: The Monster Band (Funk/R&B)
Regal Wood Dr & Brambleton Plaza, Ashburn, VA 20148 http://brambleton.com/towncenter/Lansdowne Sounds of Summer Free Concert Series: The Fabulous Dial Tones
It's a night to remember, under the stars on our outdoor terraces with music filling the air and the sounds of sizzling grills. Enjoy specialty drinks, grilled foods, fresh salads, Loudoun County wines, featuring Lansdowne Reserve produced exclusively by Tarara Winery. Picnic basket snacks will also be available for purchase. Concerts start at 7:00 p.m. and end at 10:00 p.m. Some seating will be provided, but you are more than welcome and encouraged to bring a blanket and sit on the lawn.
For more info - http://www.lansdownesensations.com/sounds-of-summer/
2U @ Tarara's Toast to the Tunes Summer Concert Series
Experience live music under the stars at Shadow Lake while sipping a cool glass of Chardonnay or savoring a bold Cabernet Franc. Whether it's original rock, cover bands, jazz, country or blues, Tarara has a complete line up to fulfill your musical desires.
$15 per person. http://www.tarara.com/experience-tarara/summer-concert-series/
Acoustic on the Green Concert: Don Chapman
FREE! Location: Town Green (25 West Market Street), from June through August. For more information about the concert series, visit http://www.acousticonthegreen.comConcerts At Community - La Bella Voce
An evening of favorite art songs and arias featuring Opera Cleveland soprano Heather Grovemiller and pianist Luke Frazier.
FREE! Location: Community Lutheran Church, 2104 Whitfield Place, Sterling, VA 20165 Contact Luke Frazier: (703) 430-6006 ext. 17
A Special Evening Performance with Nationally Acclaimed Storyteller Jim Weiss at ArtSpace Herndon
This unique performance will appeal to children and adults of all ages and draw from his recordings of "Greek Myths" and "Heroes in Mythology.
Special Storytelling Circle for children through age 12 only $6. Regular seating for adults $12. Reservations by calling: 703-956-6590
Lansdowne Sounds of Summer Free Concert Series: The Monster Band
It's a night to remember, under the stars on our outdoor terraces with music filling the air and the sounds of sizzling grills. Enjoy specialty drinks, grilled foods, fresh salads, Loudoun County wines, featuring Lansdowne Reserve produced exclusively by Tarara Winery. Picnic basket snacks will also be available for purchase. Concerts start at 7:00 p.m. and end at 10:00 p.m. Some seating will be provided, but you are more than welcome and encouraged to bring a blanket and sit on the lawn.
For more info - http://www.lansdownesensations.com/sounds-of-summer/
Loudoun Lyric Opera Presents 'Romance: From Broadway to Lincoln Center': RESCHEDULED from February
LLO performs this original work, book by Loudoun's own Meredith McMath. Get ready for a fun fun romp through generations of memorable music.
www.loudounlyricopera.com Tickets: $25 Adult, $20 Senior/Student Subscribe and Save 15%
Original Wailers at Loudoun Summer Music Fest
The Loudoun Summer Music welcomes reggae music icons and The Original Wailers featuring Al Anderson & Junior Marvin! Doors open at 5pm. Food and beverages will be available inside the concert area.
Belmont Country Club, 19961 Belmont Manor Lane, Ashburn, VA 20147. Contact: info@loudounsummermusicfest.com or by calling 877 743 5320. More info at http://www.loudounsummermusicfest.com/
David Andrew Smith @ Tarara's Toast to the Tunes Summer Concert Series
Experience live music under the stars at Shadow Lake while sipping a cool glass of Chardonnay or savoring a bold Cabernet Franc. Whether it's original rock, cover bands, jazz, country or blues, Tarara has a complete line up to fulfill your musical desires.
$15 per person. http://www.tarara.com/experience-tarara/summer-concert-series/
Acoustic on the Green Concert: Jon Carroll
Grammy winner Jon Carroll is touring with Mary Chapin Carpenter, with a performance at Wolf Trap on August 19, 2010.
FREE! Location: Town Green (25 West Market Street), from June through August. For more information about the concert series, visit http://www.acousticonthegreen.com
Sizzlin' Summer Concerts @ Brambleton: Hyjinx (Rock Cover Band)
Regal Wood Dr & Brambleton Plaza, Ashburn, VA 20148 http://brambleton.com/towncenter/Lansdowne Sounds of Summer Free Concert Series: Gonzo's Nose
It's a night to remember, under the stars on our outdoor terraces with music filling the air and the sounds of sizzling grills. Enjoy specialty drinks, grilled foods, fresh salads, Loudoun County wines, featuring Lansdowne Reserve produced exclusively by Tarara Winery. Picnic basket snacks will also be available for purchase. Concerts start at 7:00 p.m. and end at 10:00 p.m. Some seating will be provided, but you are more than welcome and encouraged to bring a blanket and sit on the lawn.
For more info - http://www.lansdownesensations.com/sounds-of-summer/
The Reflex @ Tarara's Toast to the Tunes Summer Concert Series
Experience live music under the stars at Shadow Lake while sipping a cool glass of Chardonnay or savoring a bold Cabernet Franc. Whether it's original rock, cover bands, jazz, country or blues, Tarara has a complete line up to fulfill your musical desires.
$15 per person. http://www.tarara.com/experience-tarara/summer-concert-series/
Acoustic on the Green Concert: Jennifer Daniels
The Huffington Post called Jennifer Daniels' song "Every Single Day" from her Undone CD "the best song of 2009.
FREE! Location: Town Green (25 West Market Street), from June through August. For more information about the concert series, visit http://www.acousticonthegreen.com
Lansdowne Sounds of Summer Free Concert Series: Beach Bumz
It's a night to remember, under the stars on our outdoor terraces with music filling the air and the sounds of sizzling grills. Enjoy specialty drinks, grilled foods, fresh salads, Loudoun County wines, featuring Lansdowne Reserve produced exclusively by Tarara Winery. Picnic basket snacks will also be available for purchase. Concerts start at 7:00 p.m. and end at 10:00 p.m. Some seating will be provided, but you are more than welcome and encouraged to bring a blanket and sit on the lawn.
For more info - http://www.lansdownesensations.com/sounds-of-summer/
The Wall & Frye Band @ Tarara's Toast to the Tunes Summer Concert Series
Experience live music under the stars at Shadow Lake while sipping a cool glass of Chardonnay or savoring a bold Cabernet Franc. Whether it's original rock, cover bands, jazz, country or blues, Tarara has a complete line up to fulfill your musical desires.
$15 per person. http://www.tarara.com/experience-tarara/summer-concert-series/
Ted Garber Band @ Tarara's Toast to the Tunes Summer Concert Series
Experience live music under the stars at Shadow Lake while sipping a cool glass of Chardonnay or savoring a bold Cabernet Franc. Whether it's original rock, cover bands, jazz, country or blues, Tarara has a complete line up to fulfill your musical desires.
$15 per person. http://www.tarara.com/experience-tarara/summer-concert-series/
40 Thieves @ Tarara's Toast to the Tunes Summer Concert Series
Experience live music under the stars at Shadow Lake while sipping a cool glass of Chardonnay or savoring a bold Cabernet Franc. Whether it's original rock, cover bands, jazz, country or blues, Tarara has a complete line up to fulfill your musical desires.
$15 per person. http://www.tarara.com/experience-tarara/summer-concert-series/
The Josh Burgess Band @ Tarara's Toast to the Tunes Summer Concert Series
Experience live music under the stars at Shadow Lake while sipping a cool glass of Chardonnay or savoring a bold Cabernet Franc. Whether it's original rock, cover bands, jazz, country or blues, Tarara has a complete line up to fulfill your musical desires.
$15 per person. http://www.tarara.com/experience-tarara/summer-concert-series/
The Justin Trawick Group @ Tarara's Toast to the Tunes Summer Concert Series
Experience live music under the stars at Shadow Lake while sipping a cool glass of Chardonnay or savoring a bold Cabernet Franc. Whether it's original rock, cover bands, jazz, country or blues, Tarara has a complete line up to fulfill your musical desires.
$15 per person. http://www.tarara.com/experience-tarara/summer-concert-series/
3rd Annual Loudoun Arts Forum at the George Washington University - Science and Technology Campus, Ashburn, VA
Arts Supporters SAVE THE DATE. At the 3rd Annual Loudoun Arts Forum, we plan to build the day around building a Master Plan for the Arts here in Loudoun County.
Time, Agenda and Cost coming soon!
SterlingFest 2010
SterlingFest is a wonderful one-day family event, now celebrating it's 23rd year. Over 10,000 area residents enjoy beautiful weather and a wide variety of foods, crafts, business, health, technical, and informational vendors and sponsors. Children’s activities and rides, the Sterling Playmakers, and local musicians all provide fabulous entertainment. Rain date: Sunday October 10.
Commerce & Enterprise Streets in Sterling Park, VA. Free Admission! For more information visit www.sterlingfoundation.org
Concerts At Community - Adventures in Guitar
From Dowlan to Albeniz, Haydn to Granados, the Russo/Wells guitar duo will take the listeners on a thrilling musical journey.
FREE! Location: Community Lutheran Church, 2104 Whitfield Place, Sterling, VA 20165 Contact Luke Frazier: (703) 430-6006 ext. 17
Maryland Opera Studio
The Maryland Opera Studio, an acclaimed performance ensemble, will present semi-staged opera scenes in the sanctuary of a historic church in Leesburg. The Studio ensemble has a devoted following that draws large audiences and critical praise for its productions: two fully produced operas in the spring and two entire operas with piano accompaniment in the fall. The University of Maryland two-year program, taught by a star-studded voice and opera faculty, includes all areas of vocal and theatrical training and awards a Master of Music in Opera Performance degree. Doors to the great opera companies of the world open to its graduates. Come to see and hear these students on their way to the top.
Location: St. James' Episcopal Church, Leesburg. http://www.waterfordfoundation.org/concerts/
Concerts At Community - Christmas Time is Here
Start the Christmas season off right with Vaughn Willimas' Fantasia on Christmas Carols featuring baritone David Rudari as well as other beloved Christmas choral classics.
FREE! Location: Community Lutheran Church, 2104 Whitfield Place, Sterling, VA 20165 Contact Luke Frazier: (703) 430-6006 ext. 17
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