Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of November.
Good morning, Leesburg.
The Davis family at Bkd Bagels have introduced a cookbook kit for kids called 'You’re Invited: Cooking with Color Adventure' that comes with a cookbook, a child-sized apron, and color-coded measuring cups and spoons + orders can be picked up at local shops or delivered online in time for the holidays.
VQ Barbershop opened this month on Loudoun St at 201 Loudoun St SW, with owner Josue Alegria stating that VQ stands for value and quality.
The shop offers personalized appointments and friendly service — customers are welcomed with water and a modern space featuring crisscross ceiling lights and a waiting area with a sofa and books.
A line dancing craze is growing in Northern Virginia as local group LineDance4You hosts classes in Leesburg, Dale City and other venues.
This winter the group will launch Country Night at Salisbury Center in Manassas on Fridays starting Dec. 5—after a teaser night on Nov. 21.
Loudoun environmental educator Miriam Westervelt received the Virginia Garden Club Conservation Educator Award at the 67th annual Conservation Forum in Portsmouth—recognizing her work training teachers and students in outdoor learning.
Her Peterson Young Naturalist Program supports hands-on nature education in local schools.
As Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, fire officials urge residents to change smoke alarm batteries and test alarms monthly — working alarms double the chance of surviving a home fire.
On Halloween morning, pediatric patients at Inova Loudoun Hospital saw real-life superheroes when members of Loudoun County Combined Fire and Rescue dressed in costumes and rappelled down the building to cheer them up.
The event also featured reverse trick-or-treating inside the hospital (offering toys and treats) to help children feel normal and safe.
DCD Connect Conference
8 AM – 5 PM — Lansdowne Resort — Registration required — Explore the latest technologies to future-proof data centers.
So Fetch - 2000s Tribute Band
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Ticket prices vary — Relive the 2000s with a live tribute band performance.
Completely Unchained - Van Halen Tribute
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying sounds of Van Halen brought to life by the #1 tribute band.
Girlfriend In A Coma - A Tribute to Morrissey and The Smiths
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Tickets on sale 5/16 — A passionate tribute to the iconic music of The Smiths and Morrissey awaits local fans.
Tropidelic Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Tickets from $59 — Explore the vibrant sounds of Tropidelic at this local venue.
The Four Horsemen - 2 Day Pass
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Ticket required — Experience two nights of unique Metallica songs with no repeats from 1983 to 1991.
Last Ham Standing Comedy Improv
8-10 p.m. — Franklin Park Performing & Visual Arts Center — $10-$14 — Enjoy a night of family-friendly laughter with improv performances inspired by audience suggestions.
Thanksgiving Centerpiece Floral Arranging Workshop
1-3 p.m. — 868 Estate Vineyards — $100 — Create a stunning Thanksgiving floral arrangement while sipping wine at a scenic vineyard.
Comedy Night in Leesburg - Late Show
7-10 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Check website for costs — Enjoy a night of laughter with top-notch comedians at this local favorite venue.
Holiday Market at Stone Tower Winery
11 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Stone Tower Winery — Free entry — Celebrate the season with local artisans and delightful wines in a festive atmosphere.
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