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The Men’s Issue
Father’s Day holds deep significance for many, providing a chance to cherish and expand upon the heartfelt and poignant memories we have of our fathers and the fathers we know.
In my case, Father’s Day, for a long time, was about the carefully chosen tie, the slightly burned toast I’d proudly present, and the handmade greeting card carefully crafted with construction paper and markers. It was an annual ritual, a designated day to acknowledge the man who was always just… there.
But the true meaning of Father’s Day began to crystallize for me years later, long after I’d moved out of my Buffalo, NY home and started navigating the challenges of adulthood myself. It wasn’t about the gifts or the gestures, though those were always appreciated. It was about understanding the quiet sacrifices, the unspoken lessons, and the enduring love and support that underpinned everything he did.
I still marvel at how my dad managed to run a business and spearhead so many community activities yet was always there for our family and friends, supporting and mentoring. Despite owning his own business, the wide net he cast on this community and his commitment to public service never wavered. In fact, it is my dad who is the inspiration for my becoming publisher of this magazine - to further his passion for bringing local businesses together with the community.
It’s only now that I truly understand how much his quiet strength, his steady presence, and his enduring belief in me have shaped who I am. Now, when Father’s Day rolls around, I am the recipient of the tie, the slightly burned toast, and the handmade card, knowing that the guiding principles my father taught me—quiet strength, daily grace, and the spirit of community—endure through my kids every day. And that, I’ve come to realize, is the true meaning of Father’s Day.
Happy Father’s Day!
June 2025
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1: The Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce honored its heroes with Valor Awards on April 9. 2: Sara Verdin accepted a Lifesaving Award for helping a caller administer CPR to an infant. 3: Deputy Samuel Zinkgraf earned a Lifesaving Award in the course of duty in June 2024. 4: Sam Roesler, Bryce Ober, and Aimee Cox were honored for lifesaving CPR work. 5: Firefighter Trevor Brown was honored with a Gold Medal of Valor. 6: John Miller received the Stu Plitman Award for his work with the Sheriff’s Office. 7: Deputy Lauren Nelson accepted a Certificate of Valor for her work on a deadly fire.
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1: Student creativity and innovation were on display at Howard Gardner School’s Arts and Sciences Festival. 2: The Howard Gardner School Arts and Sciences Festival took place on April 24. 3: Students shared the work they produced throughout the year at the Howard Gardner Sterling campus. 4: Students took the opportunity to show off their work, from large-scale structures to intricate drawings. 5: This student designed an imaginative drink menu, including special effects from dry ice. 6: Families, friends, and the broader HGS community enjoyed learning more about their students’ work. 7: The festival celebrated student work, talent, and the community at Howard Gardner School.
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Heeling House Celebrates Grand Opening in Leesburg
An April 11 ribbon-cutting marked the grand opening of Heeling House, a non-profit organization improving the lives of children with special needs using Animal-Assisted Interactions, at 75 Lawson Road. “We are so thankful for the warm welcome that Leesburg has given us and are excited to be a part of such a closeknit, supportive community,” said Monica Chiu, director of outreach.
“We are looking forward to sharing the power of the human-animal bond with all animal lovers.”
Woofie's Paws in the Park Brings Pets and People Together
Woofie's of Ashburn-Lansdowne, Woofie's of Reston-Herndon, Woofie's of Fairfax, and Woofie's of South Riding-Aldie will join forces June 8 to host Woofie's Paws in the Park at Frying Pan Farm Park in Herndon. The free annual adoption event helps local animal rescues and shelters introduce people to pets. It also provides education and activities celebrating the bond between humans and animals, a day of pet-themed shopping and great food—and it's just plain fun for pet-lovers.
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FORMER NFL PLAYER SANTANA MOSS PROUDLY USES PHILANTHROPY TO CHANGE THE WORLD
89 WAYS TO GIVE BACK
Santana Moss, a former NFL Wide Receiver for the Washington Redskins, has a specific vision for improving the
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“A lot of people need a helping hand,” explains Moss. “So, that’s why I started my foundation in the first
ACTUALLY SEE THEIR FACES AND THE IMPACT ON THEIR LIVES IS SOMETHING I
WILL NEVER FORGET.”
lives of local families that has become a major part of his legacy.
The 45-year-old Leesburg resident has long believed in supporting the people in Northern Virginia and serving as a positive role model, especially to the children and teens who continue to look up to him.
He proudly makes this happen through various charity functions through his 89 Ways to Give Foundation, giving a nod to his NFL Football Number 89.
Over the years, these events have included local food drives for Thanksgiving, toy drives for Christmas, and the annual Spring golf tournament at the Raspberry Falls Golf & Hunt Club in Leesburg, most recently held on April 18th this year.
The tournament was hosted in partnership with Potomac Lifestyle Magazine. Moss credits Foundation Operations and Marketing Director Carmen Felder for helping to make the foundation successful.
place, when I was 21, before I started my football career.”
Moss’s career began with college football, playing for the Miami Hurricanes, and his momentum continued with 14 seasons in the NFL; including four with the New York Jets and 10 with the Redskins. He is one of the top-ranked receivers in the Washington team’s history.
Among his accomplishments are becoming a two-time all-pro, first in 2002 as a punt returner, and later in 2005 as a wide receiver.
“Growing up, I had many friends from single-parent households, and I saw how difficult it was for them to survive at times. They lacked the stability and foundation of two loving parents that I was fortunate enough to have,” says Moss.
“I am a giver,” he adds, “and I always want to be that guy who can make life smoother for many of the children and families in my hometown.”
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He said his support team consists of his coaches and his family, and he has always been eager to give back.
“The foundation’s vision is to inspire hope, create everlasting bonds, enhance quality of life, and empower everyone in our community. I'm most proud of being someone who can sometimes make those special holidays or other special moments in life come true for families, especially the kids” Moss said.
AN UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL LOOK AT GIVING BACK
Early on, when Moss was working on loading up the remaining presents after a Christmas toy drive, he saw two children waiting for their mom and auntie, who were there to clean the venue after the event.
“I knew we had a lot of items left to offer, so I gave them bicycles and lots of other toys, and the daughter hugged me, and their auntie was in tears,” Moss said. “To actually see their faces and the impact on their lives is something I will never forget.”
Being a positive role model for children in general, especially young athletes, is of utmost importance to Moss.
“I know that you hear a lot of cliches about an athlete’s journey, but throughout my career, it has always been about perseverance. From day one, if you look back on my career, it was never clear that I was going to make it to the NFL,” he recalls.
“My thought process was always banking on me doing this, and I faced many roadblocks and dead ends. There was a lot of grind, and a lot of grit, including negative views from coaches and people
“A LOT OF PEOPLE NEED A HELPING HAND.”
watching me because of my size, and feeling maybe it wasn’t meant to be,” he says.
“But I never allowed that to affect my true beliefs and desires,” Moss said. “I've always seen myself as an NFL football player.”
LIFE OFF THE FOOTBALL FIELD –RELAXING AND BROADCASTING
When he was thinking about retirement, Moss said he knew he should be proactive, so after his final season in 2014, he pursued his MBA and graduated from the University of Miami in 2016 after an accelerated course.
“Everyone, including my agents, knew I wasn’t going to sit still,” he said, “so they got me ready for life after football. I had a solid 14-year run, and I knew I had to respect the game and respect myself.”
He was eager to make Leesburg his home. “I find peace and quiet here in Leesburg; amazingly, my mind rests easier here.”
To prove there is life off the field, Moss’s new gig is as a broadcaster for the Commanders, something that he wholeheartedly embraces.
“This gives me a way to enjoy the game from a different view. I love getting a chance to interact with the fans more than I did as a player; after all, I never had a tailgate party until I retired,” Moss said.
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Left to right: Kirk Wiles (Paradise Spring Winery), Drew Wiles (Solace Brewing), and Christian Liljenquist (Liljenquist & Beckstead). Photo: Darrell Stoney
Left to right: Aisha Braveboy, state’s attorney for Prince George’s County; Carmen Felder, 89 Ways president and TV personality; Kelly Burk, mayor, Town of Leesburg; and Beth Erickson, CEO, Loudoun County. Photo: Darrell Stoney
Photo By: Darrell L. Stoney-89 Ways to Give Golf Tournament at Raspberry Falls April 2025
“Beautiful, healthy trees are good for your land.”
If you’ve got a patch of land that’s overgrown, unusable, or just not living up to its potential, you’re not alone. Did you ever wonder what would it take to reclaim that land and make it something useful, beautiful, and even valuable?
That’s where Veterans Land Rescue LLC comes in. Based in Lovettsville, Va., and led by Marine Corps veteran Dave Andersen, the company specializes in land clearing and forestry mulching that doesn’t just make your land look better—it makes it work again.
“My goal is to give people back the land they already own,” Andersen said. “If you have a place that you literally can’t walk into because there’s so much brambles and vines, we go in and groom it.”
WHAT IS LAND GROOMING?
Andersen coined the term “land grooming” to distinguish his approach from traditional, aggressive land clearing. Where
bulldozers might flatten a site with little thought for the long-term impact, land grooming is more nature-focused, removing harmful overgrowth while keeping and nurturing what’s valuable.
“I’m a land-clearer who loves trees and doesn’t want to take them down,” Andersen explained. “I’ve told customers, ‘I will not cut that tree down. That’s a beautiful, healthy tree, and it’s good for your land.’”
Veterans LLC’s careful process includes
• Removing invasive plants and vines
• Mulching vegetation in place using forestry mulchers
• Preserving native trees and promoting soil health
• Creating usable space without destroying the land’s character
“It’s a very green process,” Andersen said. “You’re leaving everything in place, just ground up and put back onto the ground where it decomposes back into the land.”
Dave and Angela Andersen. Photo: Courtesy of Dave Andersen
“My goal is to give people back the land they already own.”
Overgrown land can reduce its usefulness, and invasive plants can crowd native ones. Photo: Courtesy of Dave Andersen
MARINE CORPS VALUES, CIVILIAN RESULTS
Andersen’s land-care work reflects the values he developed over 21 years in the Marines. He served as an artillery officer, then in public affairs in the Pentagon and New York City, where he rushed to respond to 9/11 before deploying to Iraq.
His business now runs on that same discipline and leadership.
“I do a reconnaissance of the mission. Then I develop an equipment list and create a task force to accomplish it,” he said. “We can change direction in a millisecond. If there’s a problem, we adjust and keep moving forward.”
Andersen’s crew are skilled not only at their jobs, but also at functioning smoothly as a team, which adds to their safety and efficiency.
“It’s an incredible team effort where everybody pitches in and there’s no limitations to what they can do,” Andersen said.
STEP-BY-STEP: HOW IT WORKS
Each project starts with a site visit and a custom plan. The Veterans LLC team brings their own equipment and stays on the job until it’s complete—no shortcuts and no upcharges if it takes longer than expected.
The full process includes:
1. Assessment: Reviewing terrain, vegetation, and landowner goals
2. Clearing: Removing dead trees, vines, and hazards
3. Mulching: Processing plant matter on site to enrich soil
4. Finishing: Back-dragging surfaces for a smooth, natural finish
5. Optional Restoration: Seeding, strawing, and planting native treesAndersen reminds clients:
“I can’t put anything back.” That’s why daily check-ins and client walkthroughs are built into the process.
Many clients also decide to add options like gravel driveways, water flow improvements, or excavation during the same job.
THE VALUE OF RECLAIMING LAND
Restoring unused land doesn’t only improve its appearance. It also boosts its function and value, sometimes dramatically.
Andersen compares it to a home addition: “We once looked into turning our deck into a 16-by-20 family room with a fireplace; the quote came back at about $125,000,” Andersen said. “That got me thinking. If I put $125,000 into this
Dave Andersen, a Marine Corps veteran who rushed to New York to assist after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, maintains an informal museum in his garage.
"Major Dave" Andersen and a Veterans LLC land grooming crew.
Photo: Courtesy of Dave Andersen
extra room, it doesn’t increase the house’s value that much. But if I do $30,000 of land work on your property, turning your land into a park around a nice home, that can drive up the property value immensely.”
MORE THAN CURB APPEAL
Clients often assume land clearing is about making room for buildings. But many discover it’s also about restoring nature.
“Poison ivy and vines are a big thing around here, and we’ll eradicate that,” Andersen said. “Vines will end up choking out really good trees and killing them. So we are truly healing your land, and from there you can add native plants and trees and get the land back to where it’s very healthy. It becomes a healthy habitat for animals, too.”
And the transformation can be grand.
“They’re wowed,” he said. “They say, ‘I didn’t know it would look like this. I didn’t know my property would end up looking so big.’”
A MISSION-DRIVEN LIFE
From leading teams in the Marines to grooming Loudoun’s landscapes, Andersen always has at least one personal one goal: accomplish something meaningful every day.
“You have to complete some task and you’ll feel good about yourself in the evening,” he said. “And being outside, being in nature and not trapped behind a desk, is just such a gift.”
Ready to reclaim the land you already own? Learn more or discuss your own project, visit veteransllc.us
What Forestry Mulching Does for Your Land
Dave Andersen of Veterans LLC says forestry mulching is a process that grinds vegetation—vines, weeds, shrubs, and even small trees—on site, turning them into nutrient-rich mulch that’s returned to the soil.
Unlike bulldozing, Andersen notes that forestry mulching can protect the landscape by:
• Preventing soil erosion
• Feeding the land instead of stripping it
• Clearing without disturbing healthy trees
• Leaving a clean, natural finish
“It actually sends everything back to Mother Nature,” Andersen says. “You’re not just knocking everything over—you’re giving nutrients back to the soil.”
Veterans LLC uses their own top-quality equipment and applies this method with care, ensuring your land is healthier, more usable, and more resilient.
Veterans LLC eradicates poison ivy as part of its grooming process. Photo credit: James/stock.adobe.com
“It’s definitely a seller’s market,” said JC Silvey, a local real estate expert.
LEESBURG REAL ESTATE TRENDS
ARTICLE BY BETH RASIN | PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF JC SILVEY
J.C. SILVEY OF COMPASS REAL ESTATE EXPLAINS WHERE THE MARKET IS—AND WHERE IT’S HEADED.
If you’ve been interested in the Leesburg real estate scene— whether house-hunting, selling, or simply watching from the sidelines—you probably noticed the early spring buyer activity, with homes flying off the market as early as February.
“It’s definitely a seller’s market,” said JC Silvey, a local real estate expert, who’s seen houses draw offers almost as soon as they’re listed. But beneath the strong surface, there are signs that the red-hot market may be cooling—just a little.
“I’m starting to notice subtle shifts,” Silvey said. “It’s not in the data yet, but it’s just a feeling I have when I show homes and put listings on the market and see what kind of response I get from those listings and showings that make me believe there might be cracks in the housing market that have me a little worried.”
When we spoke in April, Silvey, a realtor and certified real estate appraiser with Compass Real Estate, said a single-family home in Leesburg is the most desirable option for most buyers, with a typical price of $800,000 to $900,000.
“I don’t think you can get [a single-family home] in Leesburg for less than $800,000,” he said. “Those homes are out there, but they’re unicorns, and you might wonder what kind of condition they’re in if they’re under 800. A million-dollar property in Leesburg is really common for a standard home in one of the neighborhoods.”
INVESTMENT VS LIFESTYLE
Silvey said that condos and townhouses continue to be in strong demand for people entering the market for the first time. “It’s hard to jump into a home for the first time at $800,000$900,000. The mid-500s to mid-700s are a little easier for firsttime purchasers, and that market remains strong,” he said.
For long-term appreciation, he recommends a single-family home, followed by townhouses and then condos. “Condos have the hardest time when the market turns,” he said.
Over the long-term, Silvey said, real estate is a great investment. “Over the past 50 years, it’s been pretty consistent,” he said. “I don’t worry about the long term. But most people don’t look at it as an investment. For 90 percent of people, they are buying a home, a place to raise a family, a place that will provide happiness for them, and they shouldn’t base it on whether that home appreciates in the next three to five years. If that’s your time frame, I might advise you to rent, because you might get caught in the wrong part of the cycle. If you’re looking at 10 or 15 years, it is a great investment, and over that time frame, it will do fine. There have been very few 10- to 15-year periods where you would have lost money.”
THE PERFECT PLACE
In terms of who’s buying homes in Leesburg, Silvey said, Covid changed the demographics. “When a lot of employers were not requiring people to be in the office every day, people with small homes with kids inside the beltway, who were paying a lot of money for that home, drove out here and loved what they found,” he said. “It’s the perfect place if you only have to drive in [to the D.C. area] a couple times a week.”
Those families from inside the beltway, he said, discovered more room and great value compared to what they had closer to the city. As a result, there’s been a consistent price appreciation since Covid. “It’s not stopped at all, which makes me worried that at some point, the music ends,” he said. “Real estate is like any other business cycle; it goes up and down, and it’s just a matter of time before that cycle will result in some lower values.”
RESILIENT MARKET
Despite the rise in interest rates, from 3 percent to 6 and 7 percent, Silvey hasn’t seen a decrease in demand for homes. “I thought that would have crushed the market, but it didn’t. It was really resilient, which surprised me,” he said.
Silvey isn’t seeing a lot of construction in Leesburg, as most of the land in town has been developed. “It’s zoned to prevent more development, so there’s not a lot of new construction,” he said. “There’s a lot more east of Leesburg, along the Toll Road, where the county wants to focus development close to the metro station.”
He has seen a shift in one particular amenity: “After Covid, having a pool became important to a lot of people,” he said. “Prior to Covid, a pool didn’t add a lot of value, because just as many people didn’t want a pool as did. But now a lot of people want them and are willing to pay a premium, which is [a trend that is] settling down a little bit.”
Silvey recommends selling a home sooner than later, if you’re considering your options. “With uncertainty in the economy, people don’t make big decisions,” he said. “They don’t pay a lot for a big home, or they might delay that decision. If you’re planning to move, I would not delay thinking things will be better later. Right now you can sell pretty quickly and for a great price, so I would encourage you to do so versus waiting for a future that could be a lot worse.”
Overall, he said, Leesburg is a highly desirable location that will remain a solid market. “Downtown Leesburg is really coming into its own,” he said. “Every time I drive by, there’s another business popping up, and I’m excited about the future of Leesburg.”
To learn more about Loudoun County real estate, go to silveyresidential.com
Top: At press time, this home in Tavistock Farm was under contract for $975,000.
Middle: At press time, 611 Catesby Ct in Woodlea Manor was listed for $1,500,000.
Bottom: This home in Potomac Crossing was listed for $800,000 at press time.
“THERE HAVE BEEN VERY FEW 10- TO 15-YEAR PERIODS WHERE YOU WOULD HAVE LOST MONEY.”
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SO YOU WANT TO BE A COWBOY
DISCOVER THE WHIMSY OF THE WEST AT PAWS UP MONTANA
Favorably referred to as the “Last Best Place” and the “Treasure State,” Montana has captured the hearts of cinematic cowboys like Taylor Sheridan and Harrison Ford and inspired the television series, “Yellowstone” and its prequels, “1883” and “1923.”
Though fictional, they’ve reminded America of its deeply-rooted spirit for adventure and the simple yet rugged way of life that we all crave. Whether its the backdrop of jagged, snowcapped peaks or the endless golden pastures that are peppered with livestock, this Rocky Mountain soil is a breeding ground for dreamers and doers, and the people who call it home are no strangers to the ritual of ranch life. So, you want to be a cowboy? Slipping on some leather and having a little hide in your hat are good ways to start, but visiting a resort that brings the best of this life to the forefront, while also embracing modern luxury, is the experience of a lifetime. Paws Up Montana sprawls the distance of 37,000 private acres of historic estate-land, which houses a working ranch and 10 miles of Blackfoot river. Personalization is key—a divine selection of cuisine for the foodies, awe-inspiring activities for the adrenaline seekers, and world-class lodging that tickles every fancy from stargazing glamping, to timber-style family dwellings, to the uniquely designed green “o hauses” that invite the outside world in.
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WHAT TO DO
To change your attitude, you need a change in altitude. Gain some speed or turn up the adrenaline level with ATV tours, electric biking, mountain biking, go-karts, paintball, rappelling down Lookout Rock or whitewater rafting down the Blackfoot River. Indulge in the western art of living with archery, fly-fishing, hiking or sporting clays. For those who want to immerse themselves in the language of horses, there are horse-related adventures such as lessons, grooming or feeding, horse-whispering workshops or organized trails rides. Riders can also enjoy cattle drives that bring you back to yesteryear—driving a herd of cattle across the famed landscape— and bear witness to mustang gentling, where the Equestrian Manager communicates with a wild horse through body language and tone of voice. Skyline Aerial Adventure Park is another notable warm-weather activity, taking guests on two high-ropes courses.
WHERE TO STAY
Luxury Homes are categorized into preference-based properties that boast the thrill of wilderness living. For larger families and multigenerational groups, consider the Wilderness Estates. At 3,250-square-feet, these estates sleep up to eight guests and feature three large suites with private baths. The Big Timber Homes are available in one-to-three bedroom options and come ornamented with fire places and private decks. The Meadow Homes are 1,100-square-foot single-story homes that sleep up to four guests, situated amid a pastoral and treed setting. For an extra nod of perfection, choose one of the luxury homes that comes equipped with a private tent— ideal for anyone traveling with children (or adults who beckon back their childhood!).
For a more primitive experience, Glamping Homes offer the right amount of canvas to create a close-to-nature experience. Available mid-May through mid-October, choose from river settings to creeksides, bluffs or cliffs. Each tent is adorned with something unique—a copper tub, a picturesque view of Lewis and Clark’s famous Lookout Rock and Western-chic furniture throughout. Zip down the windows to allow for the cool nightly breeze, yet enjoy the modern convenience of electricity. Each campsite has a dining pavilion. And don’t miss the s’mores boards around the communal fire pit, offered by your own s’moresologist—yes, you read that right, and yea, it’s a thing.
Lastly, but certainly not least, are the state-ofthe-art accommodations of the Green O hauses. This portion of the property is completely curated for those 21 years of age and older. It’s a resort within a resort, a hidden pearl in an oyster of experience. The Tree Haus is elevated 23 feet in the air and offers unparalleled forest views. The Green Haus includes a skylight above the bed for an unmatched view of pluck-em-from-the-sky stars. The Round Haus has curved, floor-to-ceiling windows that offer 180-degree panoramic views. Both the Green and Round Hauses are dog friendly, too, so Fido can rest in the lap of luxury. The Light Haus is illuminated by skylights and unique glass design.
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Airport: Missoula Montana Airport (MSO) Airport transfers from Missoula are complimentary for guests and all luxury home and Green O accommodations come with a Lexus luxury SUV for transportation use on property.
SATURDAYS THROUGH SEPTEMBER
Dodona Manor Garden Tour
312 E Market Street, Leesburg | 1:00 PM
New for 2025, tour the garden and grounds of Katherine and George Marshall’s historic Dodona Manor. Visit the memorials and statues and get a close view of all flowers and trees lovingly tended by the Marshall Center’s volunteer gardeners. Must purchase tickets by Friday before the tour. $10 adults, $5 seniors, free: students, veterans/military and family, children under 10. georgecmarshall.org/dodona
JUNE 1ST - 30TH
Terri Parent Photography Exhibit
Thomas Balch Library, 208 W. Market Street, Leesburg | 10:00 AM
Terri Parent captures moments in time both ordinary and extraordinary. Her current work explores unique ways to photograph still life objects in the studio and architectural elements, as well as Loudoun landscapes and the "afterlife" of flowers which transform into exquisite beauty and form as they fade. leesburgva.gov
JUNE 2ND - 8TH
Upperville Colt & Horse Show
8300 John S. Mosby Highway, Upperville | 8:00 AM
This historic show, presented by Mars Equestrian™, dates back to 1853. It attracts hundreds of world-class equestrians year after year. Equine and human athletes compete in disciplines ranging from international level show jumping, hunters, equitation to local ponies, in-hand conformation classes, and sidesaddle. upperville.com
JUNE 6TH - 8TH
West Loudoun Art & Studio Tour
Western Loudoun County | 10:00 AM
The studio tour from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. is a free, self-guided driving tour through the beautiful countryside and towns of western Loudoun County, Virginia. It is a unique opportunity to see artists where they work, view live art demonstrations, and experience one-on-one interaction with professional and emerging artists. Details and maps are available on the website. wlast.org
JUNE 8TH
Woofie's Paws in the Park
Frying Pan Farm Park, 2709 W Ox Rd, Herndon | 10:00 AM
This free, pet-friendly celebration from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. is packed with fun, community connection, and four-legged joy. The day will include pet adoptions from local rescues/shelters, activities for dogs and pet-lovers, live demonstration, educational booths, pet-focused vendors, food trucks, and giveaways. For more info, inquiries, and volunteer opportunities, email kscharapowa@woofiesashburn.com. go.evvnt.com/2998548-0
JUNE 29TH
Butterfly Walk at Sweet Run
Sweet Run State Park, 11661 Harpers Ferry Road, Purcellville | 1:00 PM
Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy and Virginia Master Naturalist Anne Ellis will lead a leisurely walk in search of butterflies, exploring meadows, pollinator plantings, and areas around the Interpretive Center. A great opportunity to learn to identify some of the 50+ species we see in summer. Registration required. Ages 5+. Parking fee $10 for standard vehicle. Details: info@loudounwildlife.org. loudounwildlife.org/event/butterfly-walk-sweet-run-june
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