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Thursday, June 26th, 2025
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pinstack from Dallas announced plans to build its first east coast venue on a site at Kincora along Russell Branch Parkway in Loudoun County. The roughly 56,000 square foot venue will include dining, bowling, and arcade games and is set to open in 2026—county leaders say it will boost the region's entertainment scene. The Burn
- ➤ Cloudbound is a new indoor play park designed for children ages zero to six and planned at Dulles Town Center in Sterling as part of the Sky Zone project. It will cover about 20,000 s.f. and include amenities such as a family café, private nursing rooms, and stroller parking — officials have not yet set an opening date. The Burn
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Drummer Dylan Brooks from Loudoun County went to Berklee to learn the music business and played with his band Ringpop! on the Vans Warped Tour in D.C. earlier this month—he will perform in Long Beach in July and in Orlando in November. WTOP
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Loudoun County School Board approved the 2027-28 calendar on Tuesday—after reviewing four schedule options—selecting Option 1 by a 5 to 2 vote after classes ended. The schedule starts on Aug. 19 with winter break beginning Dec. 20, school resuming on Jan. 3, spring break running April 10 to 14 and the last day on June 14. Loudoun Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Board of Supervisors will vote next month on which of Loudoun’s rural roads to pave while community members push for repairs that keep the road’s charm. A test project on Old Waterford Road used drainage fixes and stabilizing gravel — methods that saved money and could offer a new way to maintain roads without paving all 4.4 miles at a cost of $4.5 million. Loudoun Now
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Leesburg Town Council approved a special exception for Hotel Burg to expand its rooftop patio to include a food prep area and bathrooms as requested by developer Kevin Ash. The measure passed on a 5-1-1 vote and imposes restrictions—no live amplified music and operating hours of 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday—following a November zoning ordinance change. Loudoun Now
- ➤ Leesburg Town Council approved on Tuesday a revised temporary construction easement that raises the offer to $1,400 (an increase of $900) for street improvements on Balls Bluff Road as part of the Veterans Park project. Construction began in May and Phase 1 will add an entrance road, parking areas, and a Potomac River boat ramp that will be ready next spring (per town plans). Loudoun Now
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South American Wine Exploration
6 p.m. — Vino Bistro — $110-$120 — Experience a five-course dinner showcasing the vibrant flavors of South American wines.
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Melanie Pearl Live Music Event
6 p.m. — Flying Ace Farm — 21+ only — Enjoy an evening of live music in a scenic farm setting.
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Live Music with Gary Smallwood
3-6 p.m. — Barnhouse Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy handcrafted beers while soaking in the sounds of Gary Smallwood.
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Spanish Language & Culture Camp
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM — Destiny School of the Arts — Cost info not provided — Participate in a week-long immersion into the vibrant cultures of Spanish-speaking countries.
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Firefly Revue: An Enchanting Evening of Improv Comedy
7:30-9:45 p.m. — NextStop Theatre Company — Tickets not specified — Enjoy an unscripted evening filled with laughter and creativity driven by audience suggestions.
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Leesburg Farmers Market
8 AM – 12 PM — Leesburg Farmers Market — Free samples available — Enjoy local produce, wine, and community spirit this summer season.
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High School Open Gym Event
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Fitwize 4 Kids Ashburn — Cost not specified — High school athletes can prepare for cheer tryouts in a focused training environment.
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Oil Pastels Art Skills Camp
9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Destiny School of the Arts — Check website for cost details — A vibrant, week-long exploration of color and creativity for young artists.
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Carmina Burana
2-6 p.m. — Filene Center — Performances scheduled — Experience the powerful and passionate music of Carmina Burana performed live.
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The Enchanted Forest
8-9 p.m. — NextStop Theatre Company — $20 off VIP experience available — Experience a magical realm filled with aerial acrobatics and captivating illusions.
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