Good morning, Leesburg.

A park at 347 Silver Ridge Dr. was dedicated as a tribute to volunteer firefighter Trevor Brown, who died in a home explosion on February 14 while responding to a gas leak along Silver Ridge Drive—community members, local businesses, and first responders helped create the memorial. Local officials and Trevor’s widow gathered on Saturday to unveil a plaque—highlighting his sacrifice—that will keep his spirit alive in the neighborhood.

Graffiti & Silk is offering free weaving lessons on most Saturdays and one Thursday each month at its 860 E Main St location in Purcellville as part of the Community Weaving Project—a partnership between Fiber Guild of the Blue Ridge and Mobile Hope that supports at-risk youth.

The store also recycles donated blue jeans into woven rugs, with proceeds helping local shelter services.

A new park opened in Sterling’s Senaca Ridge neighborhood to honor firefighter Trevor Brown—killed in a February 16 explosion at 347 Silver Ridge Drive—and hundreds of neighbors joined fire-rescue staff and local officials at the ceremony.

Local developers and K&H Landscaping supported the project to create a place for community remembrance.

BriteWash Auto Wash in Leesburg closed on June 30—because the owner suffered serious illness while under Chapter 11—and will remain closed indefinitely.

The car wash, located at the Shops at Russell Branch near Lowe’s, opened in early 2022 after delays from the pandemic.

Purcellville vice mayor Carl “Ben” Nett was arrested Wednesday on six bid-rigging counts and former town manager Kwasi Fraser turned himself in on two felony charges (after the town announced plans to dissolve its police department without consulting the county), sparking a state police investigation.

Waterford resident George J.

Haas has his paper published in the Journal of Astrobiology, where he and co-author William R. Saunders show that NASA images reveal a mile-long square structure on Mars. They compared the structure with similar designs on Earth (such as the square formed by the District of Columbia) and argue its geometry suggests an artificial origin.

Week 7 - Rising Grade 1 Program

9 AM - 3 PM — Green Hedges School — Cost details not provided — Engage young learners in a full-day rising grade program for an enriching week of activities.

Shot Thru The Heart - The Bon Jovi Experience

7:00-8:30 PM — Tally Ho Theater — Not specified — Experience the electrifying tribute to Bon Jovi's legendary music and showmanship.

Loudoun Mini Athletes' Tri

8-11 a.m. — Broadlands Community Center — Registration required — Youth athletes gear up to splash, flash, and dash in this energetic triathlon event.

LoCo Sprint Triathlon

11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. — Broadlands Community Center — Registration required — Swim, bike, and run your way through the inaugural LoCo Sprint Tri.

Kindergarten Boot Camp

9 AM – 3:30 PM — Destiny School of the Arts — Check website for cost — A dynamic program designed to prepare Pre-K campers for their exciting journey into kindergarten.

Writing in Nature

11 AM - 12:30 PM — Morven Park Grounds — Registration required — Engage in a reflective writing experience amidst the beauty of nature guided by a seasoned expert.

Uncaged - Zac Brown Tribute

7-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the definitive tribute to Zac Brown Band with powerful harmonies and electrifying live performances.

The Lacs Concert

7-10 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying live performance from The Lacs in Leesburg.

Genealogy Club Interest Meeting

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Thomas Balch Library — Free entry — Help establish a Genealogy Club while exploring your ancestral roots and connecting with others.

Leesburg Festival of Kites and Crafts

11 AM - 5 PM — Ida Lee Park Recreation Center — Free admission — Celebrate creativity and community with colorful kites, local crafts, and family fun activities.