Rust Library

Learn the process for becoming a U.S. citizen. This series covers completing the application, preparing for an interview with an immigration officer, and the material on the civics test.&nbsp;<h3>The series runs from Oct. 1-Nov 5.</h3>

Local Event: Citizenship Preparation

Loudoun County

Leesburg

Virginia

Citizenship Preparation

Learn the process for becoming a U.S. citizen. This series covers completing the application, preparing for an interview with...

Award-winning NOVA Parks historian Paul McCray presents highlights from the storied history of the W&amp;OD.
The discussion covers how the Washington and Old Dominion Railroad arrived in Loudoun, its impact on the county's development, and its evolution into a popular trail.

Local Event: W&OD From Rail to Trail

W&OD From Rail to Trail

Award-winning NOVA Parks historian Paul McCray presents highlights from the storied history of the W&OD.
The discussion covers...

Discuss <a href="https://catalog.library.loudoun.gov/?section=resource&amp;resourceid=5507673&amp;currentIndex=0&amp;view=fullDetailsDetailsTab" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Kaya's Hero: A Story of Giving</a> by Janet Beeler Shaw, and create a craft that showcases the American Girl's time period. Dolls are encouraged! Books are available at the Children's Desk.&nbsp;

Local Event: Grade 3-6 Children's Book Club: American Girl

Grade 3-6 Children's Book Club: American Girl

Discuss Kaya's Hero: A Story of Giving by Janet Beeler Shaw, and create a craft that showcases the American Girl's time period....

Drop in to use the Cameo Cutter and heat transfer vinyl to make a custom tote bag. Limit one bag per person.

Local Event: Makerspace: Halloween Tote Bag

Makerspace: Halloween Tote Bag

Drop in to use the Cameo Cutter and heat transfer vinyl to make a custom tote bag. Limit one bag per person.

This series runs from Oct. 1 - Nov. 5. Learn the process for becoming a U.S. citizen. This series covers completing the application, preparing for an interview with an immigration officer, and the material on the civics test.

This series runs from Oct. 1 - Nov. 5. Learn the process for becoming a U.S. citizen. This series covers completing the...

Hone your writing skills. Please bring 1-5 pages of your written work to share and be prepared to provide feedback to others. There are writing exercises and chances to network with writing peers.

Local Event: Rust Writing Group

Rust Writing Group

Hone your writing skills. Please bring 1-5 pages of your written work to share and be prepared to provide feedback to others....

Learn how to sublimate images onto different types of materials and then make your own magnet. Demonstration and instruction will be offered. Supplies provided while they last. Limit one per person.

Local Event: Makerspace: Sublimation 101

Makerspace: Sublimation 101

Learn how to sublimate images onto different types of materials and then make your own magnet. Demonstration and instruction...

Hang out and sew. Work on anything you like, start a new project or tackle some of those UFOs (unfinished projects). Get advice and make friends with other like-minded sewists.&nbsp;

Local Event: Makerspace: Open Sew Night

Makerspace: Open Sew Night

Hang out and sew. Work on anything you like, start a new project or tackle some of those UFOs (unfinished projects). Get advice...

Coffee, tea, treats, and relaxed, pleasant conversation with others. Fun, easy discussion questions are provided. Come chat for ten minutes or stay the whole hour!

Local Event: Meet Your Neighbor

Meet Your Neighbor

Coffee, tea, treats, and relaxed, pleasant conversation with others. Fun, easy discussion questions are provided. Come chat for...

Use basic crochet stitches to make a jack-o'-lantern cup cozy.

Local Event: Makerspace: Crochet Halloween Drink Cozy

Makerspace: Crochet Halloween Drink Cozy

Use basic crochet stitches to make a jack-o'-lantern cup cozy.

Receive a friendly, hands-on introduction to the serger. Build a sturdy, boxed-corner fabric box as you learn to use the machine.
Session 1: Thursday, Oct. 22, 10 a.m.-Noon: Learn about the serger and start cutting the fabric pieces for the fabric box.&nbsp;
Session 2: Thursday, Oct. 29, 10 a.m.-Noon: Fabric box construction and finishing touches.

Local Event: Makerspace: Adult Sewing Club

Makerspace: Adult Sewing Club

Receive a friendly, hands-on introduction to the serger. Build a sturdy, boxed-corner fabric box as you learn to use the...

Celebrate 100 years of Winnie-the-Pooh with activities and crafts inspired by your friends from the Hundred Acre Wood. For kids up to elementary ages.

Local Event: Pooh and Pals Pooh-looza

Pooh and Pals Pooh-looza

Celebrate 100 years of Winnie-the-Pooh with activities and crafts inspired by your friends from the Hundred Acre Wood. For kids...

<h3>The series runs from Oct. 1-Nov 5.&nbsp;</h3>Learn the process for becoming a U.S. citizen. This series covers completing the application, preparing for an interview with an immigration officer, and the material on the civics test.

The series runs from Oct. 1-Nov 5. Learn the process for becoming a U.S. citizen. This series covers completing the...

Learn how to create your own embroidery designs through a simple project. Watch a tutorial to see how the patch is designed and then use the embroidery machine to make your patch. For teens and adults.

Local Event: Makerspace: Embroider a Pumpkin Patch

Makerspace: Embroider a Pumpkin Patch

Learn how to create your own embroidery designs through a simple project. Watch a tutorial to see how the patch is designed and...

Fans of terrible horror rejoice with a free screening of this 1988 cult classic. (Rated PG-13, 88 minutes) There will be popcorn, door prizes, and a fun (yet gross) photo op. For teens and adults.

Local Event: B-Movie Club: Killer Klowns from Outer Space

B-Movie Club: Killer Klowns from Outer Space

Fans of terrible horror rejoice with a free screening of this 1988 cult classic. (Rated PG-13, 88 minutes) There will be...

Build it. Test it. Play it. Become scientists and toy makers by learning how airplanes fly, then create your own. For elementary ages.

Local Event: We Are Toy Makers: Airplanes

We Are Toy Makers: Airplanes

Build it. Test it. Play it. Become scientists and toy makers by learning how airplanes fly, then create your own. For...

Meet bi-monthly to talk about a cooking theme and share recipes.
Do you love to chat about food and drinks? Meet up with other enthusiasts and share recipes, cookbooks, restaurants, websites, memoirs or anything else food-related! The theme for October is beverages.

Local Event: Cookbook Club: Beverages

Cookbook Club: Beverages

Meet bi-monthly to talk about a cooking theme and share recipes.
Do you love to chat about food and drinks? Meet up with other...

Coffee, tea, treats, and relaxed, pleasant conversation with others. Fun, easy discussion questions are provided. Come chat for ten minutes or stay the whole hour! For adults.

Discuss Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston. Books are available at the Information Desk one month before the book club.

Local Event: Classics Book Club: Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston

Classics Book Club: Their Eyes Were Watching...

Discuss Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston. Books are available at the Information Desk one month before the...

Classics Book Club: Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston

Katie Kalil

Washington Metropolitan Area

Patch AM Team

Lansdowne

Loudoun

Belmont

Michelle Witte

Ashburn

Hamilton

Broadlands

Countryside

Purcellville

Brambleton

Loudoun Valley Estates

Dulles Town Center

The Town of Purcellville and the Purcellville Parks and Recreation Advisory Board invites the community to the sixth annual Celebrate Purcellville, a week-long, town-wide celebration taking place October 10–17, 2026.
Residents and visitors can pick up a Celebrate Purcellville Passport and explore participating businesses and organizations throughout town. Passport activities include visiting local businesses, a town-wide scavenger hunt, a nature trivia walk, and special events throughout the week. Participants who complete any/all the activities can submit their passports at the Fall Festival on October 17 for a chance to win prizes donated by participating businesses and organizations. 
Passports will be available beginning October 9 at the following locations:
<ul>
 <li>Purcellville Town Hall, 221 S. Nursery Avenue</li>
 <li>Bush Tabernacle, 250 S. Nursery Avenue</li>
 <li>Purcellville Library, 220 E. Main Street</li>
 <li>Loudoun Valley Community Center, 320 W. School Street</li>
</ul>
Participating businesses and organizations will also have copies available, and the passport can be downloaded from the Town’s Celebrate Purcellville webpage at: <a href="https://purcellvilleva.gov/997/Celebrate-Purcellville" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://purcellvilleva.gov/997/Celebrate-Purcellville</a>. 
Week-Long Activities
Passport – Visit businesses and organizations listed in the Celebrate Purcellville Passport during their regular hours from October 10 – 17 to get a sticker in the passport. Get at least 20 stickers and bring your passport to the Fall Festival on October 17 (there’s even a chance to get more stickers in your passport during the event!). Turn in the completed passport between 2 and 3 p.m. for a chance to win a prize. 
Town-Wide Scavenger Hunt – Find 12 markers featuring each letter in the word “PURCELLVILLE” throughout town. Use the clues in the passport to locate the markers and record the code found on the back of each letter. Find at least six codes, write them in the passport, and turn in the passport to the Fall Festival on Saturday, October 17 for a chance to win a prize.
Nature Trivia Walk – Walk along the Chapman DeMary Trail and find 10 nature trivia questions along the way. Participants who write the answers in the passport for at least six questions can turn it in at the Fall Festival on Saturday, October 17 for a chance to win a prize.
SPECIAL EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES—There are special events happening the week of Celebrate Purcellville. Some events are held on specific days and others are going on throughout the week. These are listed below.
Saturday, October 10
<ul>
 <li>Purcellville Tag Sale: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Town-wide, hosted by Nostalgia, 142 E. Main Street</li>
 <li>Safe Rider Challenge: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Purcellville Police Department, 125 E. Hirst Road</li>
 <li>Purcellville Library Book Sale: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Purcellville Library, 220 E. Main Street</li>
 <li>Purcellville Garden Club Wreath Showcase &amp; Sale: Purcellville Train Station, 200 N. 21st Street; beginning at 9 a.m. until sold out</li>
 <li>Purcellville Volunteer Fire Company Open House: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 500 N. Maple Avenue</li>
 <li>Volunteer Day at the Purcellville Mini-Forest: 10 a.m. to noon, located on S. 20th Street between Makersmiths (785 S. 20th Street) and the Town Wastewater Plant (1001 S. 20th Street) 
 
 </li>
</ul>
Sunday, October 11
<ul>
 <li>Storybook Walk Ribbon Cutting: 2 p.m. at the Suzanne R. Kane Nature Preserve, 312 N. 21st Street </li>
</ul>
Tuesday, October 13 – Friday, October 16
<ul>
 <li>Sneak Peek of the Purcellville Artisan Tour Art Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Purcellville Town Hall, 221 S. Nursery Avenue</li>
</ul>
Tuesday, October 13
<ul>
 <li>Station Stitchers Open House to make a quilt block and learn more about the organization: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 201 N. Maple Avenue, #207</li>
</ul>
Friday, October 16
<ul>
 <li>Car Seat Safety Check: noon to 4 p.m. at the Purcellville Police Department, 125 E. Hirst Road</li>
</ul>
<ul>
 <li>Teen Skate Night: 7 to 9 p.m. at the Bush Tabernacle Skating Rink </li>
</ul>
Celebrate Purcellville Fall Festival – Saturday, October 17
The celebration will culminate with the Celebrate Purcellville Fall Festival from 2 - 5 p.m. in Dillon’s Woods. The free festival will feature music, games and activities, food and drink vendors, and prize drawings. Participants may turn in completed passports, the scavenger hunt, and/or nature trivia activities between 2 and 3:30 p.m. Prize drawings will take place at 4 p.m.; must be present to win.
Celebrate Purcellville is hosted by the Town of Purcellville and the Purcellville Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and sponsored by Morgan Orthodontics, Renewal by Andersen, Bush Tabernacle, Loudoun Valley Community Center, and the Purcellville Library. For more information, visit the Celebrate Purcellville page of the Town website at <a href="https://purcellvilleva.gov/celebrate-purcellville" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://purcellvilleva.gov/celebrate-purcellville</a>.

Local Event: Celebrate Purcellville

Celebrate Purcellville

The Town of Purcellville and the Purcellville Parks and Recreation Advisory Board invites the community to the sixth annual...

Kipyn (Kai) Martin brings the music of Joni Mitchell to life in We Are Stardust, a heartfelt tribute that captures the depth, poetry, and emotional resonance of one of the most influential songwriters of the 20th century. With a voice that moves effortlessly between strength and vulnerability, Kai channels the spirit of Mitchell’s work while offering a fresh, personal interpretation that feels both authentic and immediate.
Drawing from Mitchell’s expansive catalog, We Are Stardust explores the many eras of her songwriting—from the intimate, folk-rooted early years to the more complex, jazz-influenced compositions that followed. Kai’s nuanced vocal delivery and thoughtful arrangements highlight the lyrical richness and melodic sophistication that define Mitchell’s music, inviting audiences to listen deeply and rediscover familiar songs in a new light.
A seasoned performer and skilled interpreter of song, Kai is also known as one half of Joan &amp; Joni, a celebrated tribute act that has previously performed at the Barns of Rose Hill. In this solo project, they step further into Mitchell’s world, creating an experience that is both reverent and distinctly their own.
We Are Stardust is more than a tribute concert—it’s an exploration of artistry, storytelling, and the enduring power of song. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to Joni Mitchell’s music, this performance offers a moving and memorable journey through a body of work that continues to inspire generations.
Date &amp; Time: Saturday, October 10, 2026. Doors open at 6:00 PM, and the concert starts at 7:00 PM.
Ticket Price: All tickets are general admission: $25 in advance until 3:00 PM on the day of the event or $30 at the door. Children 12 years and below are free when accompanied by an adult.
Ticket Information: Reserve tickets in advance online or by calling the Barns of Rose Hill Box Office at 540-955-2004 (<a href="https://www.barnsofrosehill.org/plan-your-visit" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">hours</a>). When our Box Office is closed,&nbsp;please leave a message. All ticket sales are final; no exceptions or exchanges.

Local Event: Joni Mitchell tribute this Saturday at Barns of Rose Hill

Frederick County

Winchester

Joni Mitchell tribute this Saturday at Barns of...

Kipyn (Kai) Martin brings the music of Joni Mitchell to life in We Are Stardust, a heartfelt tribute that captures the depth,...

Joni Mitchell tribute this Saturday at Barns of Rose Hill

The Tower Club Tysons

Join Marian Homes, Inc. for our 2026 Casino Night Gala on Saturday, October 10, at the beautiful Tower Club in Tysons Corner! Enjoy an exciting evening of casino games, delicious food, silent auctions, fellowship, and fun—all while supporting affordable housing for adults with intellectual disabilities. This year, we’re celebrating 30 years of Marian Homes and investing in the future of our homes through our Home Refurbishment Initiative. Don’t miss this special night! Get your tickets today at <a href="https://donorbox.org/events/939860/steps/choose_tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Purchase Gala Tickets</a>.

Local Event: Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala

Fairfax County

Fairfax Station

Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala

Join Marian Homes, Inc. for our 2026 Casino Night Gala on Saturday, October 10, at the beautiful Tower Club in Tysons Corner!...

The free JSSA<a href="https://virtualexpos.accessjca.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> </a><a href="https://jssa.org/virtualexpos/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Northern Virginia, MD Virtual 50+ Employment Expo</a> is designed to connect jobseekers aged 50 and over with age-friendly employers.
Expo program:
<ul>
 <li>Workshops (10 - 11:45 a.m.) Start your day with two engaging workshops tailored to jobseekers aged 50 and above. These sessions provide valuable strategies, tools, and insights to support your career journey.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
 <li>Employer Presentations (12 - 3 p.m.*) Employers share information about their current full- and part-time job openings. Jobseekers can ask employers questions via Zoom chat, making the expo a dynamic and interactive experience.</li>
</ul>
Jobseekers: Whether you are re-entering the workforce, changing careers, or seeking new opportunities, you are invited to
join us for the expo on Thursday, October 15, 2026. Register today at <a href="https://www.jssa.org/services/career-services/virtual-50-employment-expos/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">jssa.org/virtualexpos/</a>.
Employers: If your organization has at least three job openings, this is your opportunity to meet talented and experienced professionals. Learn more and register today at <a href="https://www.jssa.org/services/career-services/virtual-50-employment-expos/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">jssa.org/virtualexpos/</a>. Registration is free and required.
*The expo end time will be extended to accommodate additional employers. You may join, exit, and rejoin the expo as your schedule permits.
The free JSSA Northern Virginia Virtual 50+ Employment Expos are generously funded by The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation.
As of July 1, 2026, JCA and JSSA merged. Find the same service programs you relied on throughout the years, just under the JSSA name.
JSSA serves people of all faiths, races, ethnicities, and income levels.

Local Event: Registration is Open - JSSA Northern Virginia, MD Virtual 50+ Employment Expo

Fairfax City

Registration is Open - JSSA Northern Virginia,...

The free JSSA Northern Virginia, MD Virtual 50+ Employment Expo is designed to connect jobseekers aged 50 and over with...

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