Families are welcome to this monthly intergenerational worship service at St. Francis Episcopal Church

Local Event: 2nd Sunday Family Worship Service with Blessing of Backpacks

Fairfax County

Great Falls

Virginia

2nd Sunday Family Worship Service with Blessing...

Families are welcome to this monthly intergenerational worship service at St. Francis Episcopal Church

2nd Sunday Family Worship Service with Blessing of Backpacks

ST. FRANCIS EPISCOPAL CHURCH

Patch AM Team

Loudoun County

Lowes Island

Dranesville

Sugarland Run

Michael O'Connell

Washington Metropolitan Area

Reston

Wolf Trap

Cascades

Sterling

Montgomery County

North Potomac-Darnestown

Maryland

Potomac

Herndon

Herndon United Methodist Church

Adolescent mental health concerns are rising, and families are often left wondering where to turn. This evening is designed to educate, equip, and connect our community with trusted information and meaningful resources.
Herndon UMC is grateful to offer this evening around the state of adolescent mental health for our community.
The event will include an opening statement provided by Rev. Scott Bach-Hansen about his own connection to mental health with his family and why this event is important.&nbsp; There will be a keynote presentation on Adolescent Mental Health by Jen Evans, Director of Mental Health Student Services for Loudon County Public Schools.&nbsp; After Jen's presentation, there will be a question-and-answer session with a panel of guests, which includes Jen Evans; a representative from Herndon Police Department's Crisis Response Team; a mental health counselor, Shannon Wise; Jenn Marshall, the Executive Director of Wellness Loudoun (<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellnessloudoun.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeQ92YXK0vKD4LqKg5B_mirniwYa4K7kX7BdnA9OWXByNZbqNG8VEiPOk_t88_aem_6ntqAn3iE8a2lgwdUq4IIg&amp;h=AUDgjJJh-nW0_zZZsH4i_Onm7l97pZeTPOX-HS0eT_hD4MS2n9eu03eqODAr9yRkLSEdPcwK43KPqU49jw3N1hfenb_j8-kOqxjx3W_ldcTaKLPM_w44kHFFheoMsOrw5b1WsUajfzyzuQ&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AUDj5-hsz6jkvGfuPpkEvyrJ6IleOeI8qxDrNeuL0LbfxPizc2Sf0nEtVbCjMnqJeFij_GTo7chci_NjgkKPMjLwOqDWLeL4r37CLMD4HSiwSEKzHZs6PyZ-HpwMJnyZDmzFtUIlIDF5LZzF0VNAzX6L5vIySQwwIxQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.wellnessloudoun.org</a>); and a representative from the company GeneSight (<a href="https://genesight.com/?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeo9iotUxpD_1lRHMBwVOg7iyAPWQGU5gUnEMy-kDpEdau1LK0hOm36oT9HFg_aem_i0UTpIi5Pu6H-297P4u4IQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">genesight.com</a>).
This event is FREE and OPEN TO EVERYONE. Refreshments will be provided.
The event is possible thanks to support from St. Mark's UMC in Manassas, VA, and the Northern Virginia District of the United Methodist Church.

Local Event: The State of Adolescent Mental Health Today 

The State of Adolescent Mental Health Today 

Adolescent mental health concerns are rising, and families are often left wondering where to turn. This evening is designed to...

Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States and the second leading cause of death in Virginia for ages 10 – 34, yet suicide can be prevented. Volunteers, participants, and supporters from Loudoun County joined more than 220K fellow supporters nationwide to promote suicide prevention last year through nearly 600 American Foundation for Suicide Prevention community Walks.This year's Loudoun Out of the Darkness Community Walk will be held on September 19, 2026 at One Loudoun from 11 AM – 2:30 PM. This event raises awareness and funds while offering attendees a chance to connect and find support. &nbsp;Please join us for this life saving event as your participation supports our efforts in funding research, educational programs, public policy advocacy, and local initiatives for those affected by suicide.
Walk with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. Registration is free and there is no fundraising minimum to participate.
Register, support, and learn more at https://afsp.org/loudoun/ **Seeking volunteers to assist us on the day of the Walk. This is a great opportunity for local high school students to earn service hours. See https://tinyurl.com/25eb7jap for details. **

Local Event: Honor Suicide Prevention Month at the Loudoun Out of the Darkness Walk

Ashburn

Honor Suicide Prevention Month at the Loudoun...

Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States and the second leading cause of death in Virginia for ages 10 –...

Honor Suicide Prevention Month at the Loudoun Out of the Darkness Walk

Independence High School

The LSO is celebrating its 35th anniversary and for its season opener is collaborating with the Master Singers of Virginia and Loudoun Lyric Opera to present Beethoven’s glorious masterwork, Symphony No. 9, which has never been performed in Loudoun County! The 9th broke traditional rules of classical music, by adding human voices to a symphony. It also turned the famous “Ode to Joy” into a global anthem for human unity.

Local Event: Loudoun Symphony Presents A Joyous Community - Beethoven's Symphony No. 9

Loudoun Symphony Presents A Joyous Community -...

The LSO is celebrating its 35th anniversary and for its season opener is collaborating with the Master Singers of Virginia and...

Loudoun Symphony Presents A Joyous Community - Beethoven's Symphony No. 9

Brahma Kumaris Meditation Museum - VA, 14020 Thunderbolt Rd., Chantilly, VA

Take
 a break from the chaos in the DMV &amp; dive into a chill day. Surround
 yourself with positive &amp; forward thinking people. Peace is inside. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-C_4OTHyBIo" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Inner peace Video</a>
Washington
 is under tremendous pressure, political, professional and personal, and 
on September 20 the Inner Peace Summit is creating a free, one-day place
 for the DMV to decompress, experience practical tools for peace, and 
meet an unusual collection of voices from spirituality, wellness, public
 service and community life. 
Join us for the <a href="https://shorturl.at/B7Ezd" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Inner Peace Summit</a>,
 a transformative and interactive gathering where leaders, 
professionals, educators, public servants, families, students, faith 
communities, wellness advocates, and curious minds come together to 
discover practical tools for living with greater clarity, resilience, 
compassion, and purpose.
Join U.S. Congressman Suhas Subramanyam (VA); inspirational speaker, life coach and television personality Iyanla Vanzant; Leader of the Walk for Peace Venerable Bhikkhu Paññākāra; Director of the DMV Brahma Kumaris Sister Dr. Jenna; former WNBA player Valerie Still; classical sacred performance artist and sound healer Dr. Ivy Hylton; global motivational speaker Elisabeth Carson; Transformation Coach Kelle Jacob; Doctor Ayurvedic Medicine, Amita Jain; and so many more.
A day to experience various tools of peace in healthcare, politics, science, business, sports, fashion, media and much more!
Through
 inspiring MedTalks, Investment Peace Pitch, Immersive experience, Art 
and Peace, Ayurveda, Pranic healing sessions, beauty tips and book 
signings by some of your favorite authors.
All are welcome. Together, we can create a more peaceful self, a more compassionate community, and a brighter future for all.
One Person. One Family. One Community. One Peace!
Host Sister Dr. Jenna
 is a spiritual mentor, author, radio and TV personality, and speaker. 
She is the director of the Washington DC Branch of the Brahma Kumaris 
and founder of the Brahma Kumaris Meditation Museums in Maryland and 
Chantilly, VA. She has been featured on magazine covers, appeared on The
 Real Housewives of Atlanta, and was honored with the Presidential 
Lifetime Achievement Award for National Community Service. She also 
presented the “Illuminating the Light Within” fashion show for the Paris
 2024 Olympics. For more on Sister Jenna visit the Meditation Museum.
<a href="https://shorturl.at/B7Ezd" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">FREE EVENT - Registration Required at</a> <a href="https://www.meditationmuseum.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.meditationmuseum.org</a>

Local Event: Inner Peace Summit: A Day to Recharge. Reconnect. 

Chantilly

Inner Peace Summit: A Day to Recharge. Reconnect. 

Take
 a break from the chaos in the DMV & dive into a chill day. Surround
 yourself with positive & forward thinking people....

Waterford Foundation

October 2-4, 2026&nbsp; &nbsp;Come experience an autumn celebration of Americana at the Waterford Fair, recognized as one of the Sunshine Artist 200 Best of 2026. This three-day event features juried heritage crafts, historic homes tours, live music, and family-friendly activities, with local food, wine, and beer available for purchase. One Ticket. Three Days. Endless Memories&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=26489&amp;type=tickets&amp;show=custom&amp;custom=61104|61105|61106" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Tickets Here</a>

Local Event: 82nd Waterford Fair

Leesburg

82nd Waterford Fair

October 2-4, 2026   Come experience an autumn celebration of Americana at the Waterford Fair, recognized as one of the Sunshine...

The Tower Club Tysons

Join Marian Homes, Inc. for our 2026 Casino Night Gala on Saturday, October 10, at the beautiful Tower Club in Tysons Corner! Enjoy an exciting evening of casino games, delicious food, silent auctions, fellowship, and fun—all while supporting affordable housing for adults with intellectual disabilities. This year, we’re celebrating 30 years of Marian Homes and investing in the future of our homes through our Home Refurbishment Initiative. Don’t miss this special night! Get your tickets today at <a href="https://donorbox.org/events/939860/steps/choose_tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Purchase Gala Tickets</a>.

Local Event: Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala

Fairfax Station

Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala

Join Marian Homes, Inc. for our 2026 Casino Night Gala on Saturday, October 10, at the beautiful Tower Club in Tysons Corner!...

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The State of Adolescent Mental Health Today

Honor Suicide Prevention Month at the Loudoun Out of the Darkness Walk

Loudoun Symphony Presents A Joyous Community - Beethoven's Symphony No. 9

Inner Peace Summit: A Day to Recharge. Reconnect.

82nd Waterford Fair

Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala