art galleries, specialty shops, dining

Different performances and special events every month!

 
Get the one-page printable schedule to help guide you to all the events!
Lisa Taylor

Lisa Taylor at
The Recovery Center
6:30-8:30

Crys Matthews at
Jerry's Downtown Florist
7:00-9:00

Outdoor Concert by Acoustic Guitarist, Ben Hirsch

Ben Hirsch
at The Pink Shop
7:00-9:00

Emily Guaguiardi
at Resourceful Woman
7:00-9:00

Pianist Nancy Prestipino
at The Gallery
16 S. King St.
6:30-9:00

The Arcadians, Dixieland Jazz Band

The Arcadians
at 1757 Real Estate Co.
7:00-9:00

Loudoun Quartet

Loudoun Quartet
at Sona Bank
6:30-8:30

Michael Francis Haley

Michael Francis Haley
at Caulkins Jewelers
6:30-8:30

Last Ham Standing
David Davol
Get the September Event Map with times and locations to help you find all the events downtown.

 

Over 45 Specialty Shops, Art Galleries, Antique Shops and Restaurants are open until 9pm or later, many offering free refreshments and/or special sales.

Events for Friday, September 3, 2010

• 6:30-8:30 Concert - Lisa Taylor. The Recovery Center is featuring singer/songwriter Lisa Taylor in an outdoor concert. Lisa is a two-time WAMMIE winner and her talents as a drummer, percussionist, arranger and vocalist are featured on over 40 albums, some of which have appeared on film and television.
   Location: 101 Loudoun St. SE

• 7:00-9:00 Outdoor Concert. Very Virginia/The Pink Shop is featuring an outdoor concert by acoustic guitarist/vocalist, Ben Hirsch. Ben's youth was spent studying classical violin, but now he plays and writes folk/rock songs that come from an assortment of influences. Also, a wine tasting event by Dry Mill Winery and BBQ tasting of several BBQ sauces made right here in Leesburg!
   Location: 109 S. King St.

• 6:30-8:30 Classical Concert. Sona Bank is hosting a night of classical music with a performance by the Loudoun Quartet, which consists of the unique combination of flute, violin, viola and cello. These four professionally conservatory-trained musicians are also members of the Loudoun Symphony Orchestra and play a wide assortment of music from Mozart to Gershwin. Refreshments served.
   Location: 1 E. Market St.

• 7:00-9:00 Live Music. Resourceful Woman is featuring live music by acoustic guitarist and singer, Emily Guagliardi, singing her own original folksy, indie style songs, along with some cool cover tunes.
   Location: 11-A W. Louduon St.

• 7:00-9:00 Live Music. Jerry's Downtown Florist is featuring live music by guitarist/singer, Crys Matthews, whose music is an infusion of blues, folk, funk and jazz, which is as eclectic as it sounds.
   Location: 14 S. King St.

• 7:00-9:00 Dixieland Jazz Concert. The 1757 Real Estate Company is featuring a concert of hot Dixieland jazz music by The Arcadians, featuring 6 awesome old-timers on trombone, drums, trumpet, acoustic guitar, clarinet and upright bass. Refreshments served. Refreshments served.
   Location: 22 W. Market St.

• 6:30-8:30 Classical Guitars. The Rose Manor is featuring live music by a classical guitar duo of Heritage High School students, Ari Dyckovsky and Andrew Weed, performing an array of music from classical to Latin American to modern.
   Location: 107 S. King St.

• 6:30 - 8:30 Violin Soloist. Caulkins Jewelers presents violinist, Michael Francis Haley, performing classic solo arrangements of classical music, as well as bluegrass, folk and his own original violin music.
   Location: 11 S. King St.

• 6:00-9:00 New Coffee Shop Preview. King Street Coffee is hosting a "sneak peek" of their new coffee shop, located where The Coffee Bean used to be. Stop by to preview downtown's newest café and meet the owner, Kimberly and her family.
   Location: 110 S. King St.

• Open til' 10 Supporting the Loudoun Symphony Never Tasted So Good. This Friday The Wine Kitchen and YippeeO will be offering a unique opportunity to support The Loudoun Symphony. You can savor the flavors of Northern Virginia by purchasing a $20 voucher at www.YipDeals.com. This $20 voucher will entitle you to $40 worth of food at The Wine Kitchen, and $3 of each purchase goes to The Loudoun Symphony. The vouchers will be available on FRIDAY MORNING through Sunday at www.YipDeals.com. You can use the voucher any time over the next six months.
   Location: 7 South King Street

• 6:00-8:30 Cookies for Kids' Cancer Bake Sale. McEnearney Associates are hosting a bake sale to help raise money for "Cookies for Kids' Cancer," which is a not-for-profit organization committed to raising funds to support research for new and improved therapies for pediatric cancers.
   Location: 2 W. Market St. (in front of Palio Ristorante)

• 6:00-9:00 First Friday for Dogs. The Reign of Cats & Dogs is hosting a fun place for dogs to visit while at First Friday, complete with "Doggie Treats" for man's best friend. If you happen to bring your four-legged friend to First Friday, be sure to stop by.
   Location: 13 ½ S. King St.

• 6:00-8:00 Children's Program. The Loudoun Museum is hosting a special children's program in which children, aged 5-11 years old may follow a Museum scavenger hunt, craft a lavender bag, write with a quill pen, dress up in Colonial costumes, solve a history word search and play in the Discovery Room. The Museum galleries and Log Cabin will be open for both large and small guests. Admission is $1.00 for Children and Adults and includes a take-home craft. (Children must be accompanied by an adult.)
   Location: 16 Loudoun St. SW

• 6:00-9:00 Letter Press Demonstrations. Haute Papier is featuring letter-press demonstrations with music and refreshments. Also, giving away a 'free stationery gift' with purchase.
   Location: 21 Wirt St.

• 6:00-9:00 Antique Advice. Black Shutter Antiques is offering insight into the vast world of antiques and vintage collectibles. They are available with advice on getting the best value when purchasing antiques and can answer your questions about what to look for and how to select antique furnishings. Refreshments served.
   Location: 1 Loudoun St. SE

• 6:00-9:00 Store Closing Sale. The Old Country Peddler is having a big sale with items marked 30% to 60% off, due to the store closing on September 7th.
   Location: 2B Loudoun St. SW

• 6:00-9:00 Open House. Otter Creek is offering a FREE candle with purchase of $25 or more from 6-9pm. Stop by to check out the shop's newest arrivals!
   Location: 10 S. King St.

• 6:00-9:00 Photography Show. The Loudoun County Visitors Center is featuring photographer Allen Pearson and his exhibit, "Creation Sings! - A Photographic Journey through the Beauty of Nature." His work focuses on the simple beauty of nature and has been described as "unique, beautiful, and natural." Refreshments served.
   Location: 112G South St. in Market Station

• 7:00-10:00 David Davol. Doener Bistro is hosting acoustic guitarist/singer, David Davol, highlighting the Folk-Rock style of the 60's and 70's. He also performs selections of modern Country and Western music, as well as Rock and Alternative tunes. Pick your favorite hits from his 400 song request list.
   Location: 202 Harrison St.

• 6:00-9:00 Art Open House. Medlin Art Gallery is exhibiting a selection of original artwork from nationally known artists such as: Mort Kunstler, P. Buckley Moss, Paul Landry, G. Harvey and Patricia Bason, etc. Refreshments served.
   Location: 2 Loudoun St. S.E.

• 6:00-9:00 Wine Tasting. The Leesburg Vintner is hosting a wine tasting event from their collection of wines from around the world.
   Location: 29 S. King St.

• 7:00-9:00 Free Massage. Hideaway Massage is offering free chair massages to relax away your work week. Come meet Allison Shorb, owner of Hideaway Massage, a boutique practice located on South King Street, offering relaxation and therapeutic massages and well-known for their couple massages.
   Location: 109 S. King St. (behind The Pink Shop)

• 6:00-9:00 Financial Peace University. The Leesburg United Methodist Church is hosting a preview of "Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University," so interested individuals can learn more about these classes, which teach how to better manage your money and your life. The classes include lessons on saving, debt elimination, investing and real estate to name a few. Light refreshments served.
   Location: Aldersgate Meeting Place at 107 West Market St.

• 6:30-9:00 Pianist, Nancy Prestipino. The Gallery is hosting a concert by classically-trained pianist and locally acclaimed vocalist, Nancy Prestipino, performing a wide array of music, from jazz to classical to pop contemporary songs. Also featuring wine tasting by North Gate Vineyards and art work from several local artists.
   Location: 16 S. King St.

• 6:00-9:00 Gallery of Fine Art. Gleedsville Art Publishers is promoting the fine artwork of their featured artists, such as Bill Schmidt, Antony Andrews, Sue Kelleher and Catherine Thomas, among others. Original paintings and prints of the highest quality in a variety of subjects and media are on display through-out the gallery.
   Location: 5 Loudoun St. SW

• 6:00-9:00 Antique Print Show. The PDMP Gallery is hosting an exhibit of over 2000 authentic antique prints, including hand-colored etchings, engravings and lithographs. Refreshments served.
   Location: 105 Loudoun St. SW

6:00-9:00 Windy City Red Hots is celebrating Chicago in downtown Leesburg with cold beer and their authentic Chicago style - Hot Dogs, Polish Sausage, Italian Sausage, Pizza Puff and Chili-Cheese Fries. Stop by to get a quick bite of Chicago, without traveling 700 miles.
   Location: 28 S. King St.

• 6:00-8:00 Yoga Happy Hour. Flow Yoga is offering a FREE fun-filled yoga practice from 6-7, followed by happy hour refreshments until 8pm. Open to all experience levels.
   Location: Market Station - 3rd floor.

• 8:00-10:00 Live Comedy Show. Tally Ho Theater presents the "Last Ham Standing," a local improv group of comedic actors, who take suggestions from the audience, to create wacky scenes and funny games. Don't miss this hilarious show, full of laughs for the entire family. Tickets: $10.
   Location: 19 W. Market St.

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