When sommelier Kevin Chung was laid off from his job as a manager at a local winery, he was depressed and disheartened. But Chung turned a negative plot twist on its head with the mantra “sip happens.”
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A new center for the arts has arrived in downtown Leesburg amid the vintage shops and lively bars. The Ordinary Art Gallery and Studio, opened in July by Sharon Virts and her son, Lucas Mason, is illuminated by bright white walls and wide windows that stretch to the ceiling. It is filled with artwork of all kinds—from vibrant canvases of nature scenes to small graphite sketches depicting historical figures and moments.
The 2021 Loudoun County Fair opens July 28 for a five-day run. The event features agricultural exhibits, 4H competitions, carnival games and rides, and a … Read More ›
It’s been a challenging and often divisive 18 months in Loudoun. For the Sterling Playmakers’ Jim Bowen-Collinson, “Godspell” is just what the community needs. Bowen-Collinson directs a new production of the Tony award-winning musical, which tells the story of Jesus with crunchy ’70s flair.
When the American Ballet Theatre launched its first post-shutdown tour, organizers chose just eight cities and towns around the country. Thanks to Loudoun-based entrepreneur and philanthropist Sheila Johnson, Middleburg made the list.
The “Best Party in Loudoun” returns this Saturday, July 17 with the season opener of Polo in the Park at Morven Park. The family-friendly arena … Read More ›
The Tarara Summer Concert Series opens its 22nd season on Saturday night with its traditional kick-off band—’80 music powerhouse The Reflex. The series, a past winner … Read More ›
After a pandemic hiatus, Leesburg’s First Friday events returns this evening with a full roster of live music, arts events and dinning downtown. With Leesburg’s … Read More ›
On a recent hot summer Saturday, a 10-strong team of cyclists parked their bikes outside King Street Coffee in downtown Leesburg and lined up to order. It turned out they all wanted the same thing: a large scoop of hazelnut gelato topped with a shot of the popular café’s rich, locally roasted Lone Oak espresso. The dessert – or is it a drink? – is a refreshing Italian classic called the Affogato, and according to King Street Coffee owner Abbie Whitehurst, word of it has spread like wildfire.
John and P-J Lawrence were living in the Cascades neighborhood of Sterling when their passion for wine inspired them to take winemaking classes at Piedmont … Read More ›