The nZone

Jump into&nbsp;Summer&nbsp;with us at our annual&nbsp;Summer Launch&nbsp;Party! We will have a variety of free snacks, moon bounces, games, popsicles, face painting and so much more! There will be an opportunity to get to know the nZone and the classes that they offer both inside the building and outside during the event. Admission to the event is completely FREE! Show up, park your car, and&nbsp;celebrate the beginning of&nbsp;Summer&nbsp;at the nZone with your family and friends, rain or shine, it will be a blast!

Local Event: Summer Launch Party! 

Fairfax County

Chantilly

Virginia

Summer Launch Party! 

Jump into Summer with us at our annual Summer Launch Party! We will have a variety of free snacks, moon bounces, games,...

Arts Herndon

June 13 at 2pm AND June 14 at 5pm!Music has been a megaphone for people worldwide who have used lyrics, melodies, and rhythms to inspire and unite in support of, or against, social and political causes. Over the centuries, nearly every musical genre has been a voice, whether it be a classical symphony, or classic rock. Join us as we celebrate the power of expression through music - the anthems of the people united in one voice!
Doors open 15 minutes before show start. Intermission refreshments included in ticket price. Scan QR&nbsp;Code on flyer or go to:&nbsp;<a href="https://trouble-clefs.square.site/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">trouble-clefs.square.site/</a>
*Wear something that celebrates what you believe in (family friendly!), and receive a coupon for a BOGO Bundlett cake from Nothing Bundt Cakes in Herndon!*

Local Event: ANTHEM...Songs to Unite and Inspire

Herndon

ANTHEM...Songs to Unite and Inspire

June 13 at 2pm AND June 14 at 5pm!Music has been a megaphone for people worldwide who have used lyrics, melodies, and rhythms...

John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

Join JSchaus &amp;&nbsp;Associates for their annual Federal Government Contractors Summer Soiree at The John F&nbsp;Kennedy Center on Monday JUNE 22, 2026 in The KC&nbsp;Cafe, Terrace Level.Come out for this fast paced, high end event to mix, mingle and meet with fellow US&nbsp;Federal Government Contractors, large and small businesses as well as US&nbsp;Federal Government Office (OSDBU&nbsp;+&nbsp;OSPBP&nbsp;Offices).&nbsp; Expected attendance is 200+&nbsp; Check the Eventbrite Registration Page for confirmed Sponsors and Federal Government.Tickets required in advance. &nbsp;Ticket price increase on FRIDAY&nbsp;JUNE&nbsp;05 at 5pm ET.&nbsp; &nbsp;Please visit the Eventbrite Registration Page to purchase a ticket, become a Sponsor, and get FAQ's.&nbsp; POC:&nbsp;&nbsp;Jennifer Schaus jschaus@jenniferschaus.com&nbsp;

Local Event: The GovCon Summer Soiree - Federal Contractors NETWORKING EVENT

District of Columbia

Washington DC

District Of Columbia

The GovCon Summer Soiree - Federal Contractors...

Join JSchaus & Associates for their annual Federal Government Contractors Summer Soiree at The John F Kennedy Center on Monday...

The GovCon Summer Soiree - Federal Contractors NETWORKING EVENT

Herndon United Methodist Church

Herndon UMC presents Shrek Jr. for our fifth annual Summer Musical Theatre Camp led by Melissa Chavez and Sarah Solomon. This camp is open to those ages 5-18 who are interested in being part of a summer musical. No experience is required.
Registration Options include:&nbsp; PERFORMERS (Ages: 9 – 18),&nbsp; JR APPRENTICES (Ages: 5 – 9), PERFORMER-VOLUNTEERS (Ages 13 – 18), and VOLUNTEERS (Ages 13 – 18).&nbsp; &nbsp;The performance will be at 7:30 pm on Thursday, July 2, in Doe Fellowship Hall at Herndon UMC (701 Bennett St).
Register NOW using the link below or learn more through <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fherndonumc.org%2Fsummer%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExQUt0RzNITXpPTTlpVmhkbnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4JXkgCVfUcdpo-hHuphcjVx_cXXB5JSAMa-r6qURpCldWBydpzDf9YlCz4kg_aem_IZrgY3w-lR9k0jsvq0ZpbA&amp;h=AUAOo6QjqQCvdad5I2ImhewUjii5ZOugZ0-SMMSxyj-x_BPqtGOgLourzAKoYpf5zf8hnLQb4E0Xcq8evL-EQyrFB49YkTP2N5slpi341gcivy-1ABuUGzkgVzWyEpxgxsbbpsBlwQJ7FA&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AUBhAn3h2LfzFvXaC3C3ybODuQq4LqjOk6KM-X-kX7w4OgsJAdB9cCMdDfPoYR_EgfdrL24lziqIJtFYzmyhcDf5cT7srm2saOJhsFdKKuES9zrjzPXh0J1E0bcfp1yi5IiPsIspUAQEs7uLGR6kaLkZGpFgWRDkZPY" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">herndonumc.org/summer</a>! Those auditioning for lead roles should register by June 15.

Local Event: Shrek JR. | Summer Musical Theatre Camp

Shrek JR. | Summer Musical Theatre Camp

Herndon UMC presents Shrek Jr. for our fifth annual Summer Musical Theatre Camp led by Melissa Chavez and Sarah Solomon. This...

July 6-10 | 9 am to Noon Age 3 to completed grade 6
The Kids Serving Kids: Tales of the Not Forgotten curriculum is a mission kit designed to build compassion and engage KIDS in global service. It uses real-life stories from Beth Guckenberger’s book about children in difficult circumstances, featuring interactive lessons, videos, and projects to help kids understand God’s love for the forgotten.
Our VBS will feature stories of children from Mexico, Haiti, Nigeria, and India.&nbsp; With each story there will be a Bible memory verse, prayer time, snack, and activities like crafts, games and music.&nbsp; We will explore&nbsp;questions like “How do I pray? What can I give? Where can I go? Who will I serve?”
This curriculum aims to turn “service” into a lifestyle by showing children how to pray for and help others, ultimately connecting their lives to a bigger world.&nbsp;
We hope your KIDS can join us for all the fun of VBS 2026.&nbsp; The cost is just $35, with need based scholarships available.&nbsp; For more information, contact <a href="mailto:kids@herndonumc.org" target="_blank">kids@herndonumc.org</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Registration is open now through early July.&nbsp; <a href="https://herndonumc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/217/responses/new" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register NOW!</a>

Local Event: Tales of the Not Forgotten | VBS 2026

Tales of the Not Forgotten | VBS 2026

July 6-10 | 9 am to Noon  Age 3 to completed grade 6
The Kids Serving Kids: Tales of the Not Forgotten curriculum is a mission...

Fireman's Field Complex, 250 S. Nursery Ave., Purcellville, VA, 20132

The annual Purcellville Wine and Food Festival returns on Saturday, July 18, in Dillon’s Woods at the historic Fireman’s Field Complex (250 S. Nursery Avenue, Purcellville). The festival will take place from 2 to 8 p.m., inviting guests to gather with family and friends for an afternoon and evening of local wine, beer, food, live music, art, and more.
This year’s event will showcase 40 vendors, including wineries, breweries, food and snack vendors, and local exhibitors. Enjoy live music performances by the Rick Reaves Band, The Darby Brothers, and the Franklin Park Big Band. The “Arts in the Garden” section, hosted by the Purcellville Arts Council, will highlight local artists who will create works of art live on-site. Additional activities include face painting and a photo stand-in booth. 
Early bird ticket pricing is available through 5 p.m. on July 17: 
• Early bird admission (ages 17 and over): $5 (+ tax) 
• Early bird drink tickets (6 oz wine or 12 oz beer): $8.50 (+ tax) 
• Early bird drink ticket package: 4 tickets for $32 (+ tax) 
• Early bird bottle of wine purchase: $35 (+ tax), available from participating wineries (bottles must be consumed on-site)
A souvenir glass will be provided with the purchase of the first drink ticket. Save time and money by purchasing your tickets in advance. 
The popular VIP experience returns for $275 (+ tax) and includes admission for six, a reserved table for six, three bottles of local wine, six souvenir glasses, six drink tickets, early entry to the festival, special commemorative gifts, and a selection of sweets and savories for the table. 
Tickets and VIP tables are available for purchase at <a href="https://www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com</a>. Guests are encouraged to make a weekend of it and explore local lodging and attractions. Check the Accommodations page of the festival website, as well as the Visit Loudoun website, for more information.
 The Purcellville Wine and Food Festival is hosted by Purcellville Parks and Recreation and Loudoun Brewing Company, with support from Visit Loudoun, Renewal by Andersen, Harris Teeter, Prince William Home Improvement, truHealthNow, Valley Energy, Loudoun Brewing Company, Bush Tabernacle, MotoMember, and OHM Productions. Sponsorship opportunities remain available. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com</a>

Local Event: Purcellville Wine and Food Festival

Loudoun County

Leesburg

Purcellville Wine and Food Festival

The annual Purcellville Wine and Food Festival returns on Saturday, July 18, in Dillon’s Woods at the historic Fireman’s Field...

<a href="https://eclpfriends.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Ellanor C. Lawrence Park Friends</a> is proud to present the inaugural Summer Slugfest, a charity softball game uniting alumni from two legendary local youth sports organizations for an afternoon of friendly competition, community spirit, and charitable impact.
The six-inning game will take place on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 12 to 3 pm at the softball fields at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park (5000 Stonecroft Blvd, Chantilly, VA 20151). The event features alumni players (ages 21 and over) from the <a href="https://www.chantillyyouth.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Chantilly Youth Association (CYA)</a> and the <a href="https://syasports.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Southwestern Youth Association (SYA)</a> competing for the 2026 Slugfest Cup.
The free public event will feature:
<ul><li>An alumni softball game between former CYA and SYA players</li><li>Food trucks featuring gourmet hot dogs and cool summer treats&nbsp;</li><li>Giveaways, merchandise, and a 50/50 raffle</li><li>Family fun and community engagement</li><li>Live on-field broadcast from CYA’s The Sideline podcast</li></ul>“Summer Slugfest is exactly what youth sports should be about—community, connection, and giving back,” says SYA CEO Gary Flather. “We’re excited to see former players come together again, represent SYA, and support opportunities for kids and families throughout our area and through ECLP.”
Organizers say the event is about giving back to the next generation and shining a light on all that <a href="https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/eclawrence" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Ellanor C. Lawrence Park</a> offers—over 650 acres of sports fields, trails, historic Cabell’s Mill and Walney Visitor Center, plus the Woodlands Stewardship Education Center and more.
Proceeds from donations, raffles, and merchandise sales at the Summer Slugfest will support scholarships, summer camps, school field trips, and educational programming through local nonprofit Ellanor C. Lawrence Park (ECLP) Friends, helping underserved children access outdoor recreation and learning opportunities.
“With the Summer Slugfest, we hope to get more young adults out enjoying ECLP,” said Friends volunteer and Slugfest organizer Zach Velis. “Funds raised will provide more scholarships for park programs. We grew up attending ECLP camps and playing youth sports—we want every child to enjoy the same opportunities.”
Summer Slugfest is a free, family-friendly event open to the public, with players registering through either CYA or SYA. Community members are encouraged to dig out their purple or red gear and come cheer on their favorite team as local alumni take the field for a great cause.
“The Slugfest is about more than winning a trophy,” added CYA Executive Director Mark Abbott. “It’s about reconnecting alumni, celebrating our shared history in youth sports, and investing back into a park that serves as an educational and recreational resource for the entire community.”
To learn more or to register as a Summer Slugfest player for either CYA or SYA, visit <a href="https://www.eclpfriends.org/summer-slugfest-22026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">ECLP Friends</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;###


<h3>About Ellanor C. Lawrence Park Friends</h3>
Ellanor C. Lawrence Park Friends is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, 100% volunteer organization dedicated to supporting park initiatives and activities that help protect and preserve our park—and our planet. Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/eclp.friends" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/eclp.friends/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Visit <a href="https://www.eclpfriends.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.eclpfriends.org</a> and <a href="https://eclpfriends.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=6c393e62879cab4e4ec07125c&amp;id=68d949a468" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">subscribe</a> to learn more, donate and get involved.&nbsp;

Local Event: Free Community Event: Summer Slugfest at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park

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