🌱 Patch AM: New Loudoun County Behavioral Health Crisis Center To Hold Hiring Event

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In today's newsletter:

• Leesburg crisis center hiring now for 24/7 mental health care
• Why Morven Park's historic mansion is a must-see in Leesburg.

Also on today's calendar: Spritz Night! @ October One Vineyard and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is full of holes but still holds water? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Friday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 79 and low of 68 degrees.
• Saturday: A shower and t-storm; humid, temps: high: 80, low: 67.
• Sunday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 83 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• New Loudoun County Behavioral Health Crisis Center To Hold Hiring Event (patch.com) — Leesburg residents will soon have expanded mental health support as the new Loudoun County Crisis Receiving Stabilization Center hosts a hiring event on Aug. 25 at its Meadowview Court location. The 24/7 facility will serve adults in crisis, offering an alternative to emergency rooms and jails while welcoming walk-ins, concerned friends or family, and first responders.
   

• These NOVA Estates Put History on Display (virginialiving.com) — History lovers in Leesburg can explore Morven Park's 1,000-acre estate, with its evolving 18th-century mansion, formal gardens, and equestrian center right in town. The article also highlights Carlyle House and River Farm in Alexandria, offering a trio of Northern Virginia historic homes perfect for weekend tours and scenic walks.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Leesburg

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★ Featured events ★

Saturday August 22
• Leesburg Festival of Kites and Crafts →
  Ida Lee Park Recreation Center, 60 Ida Lee Dr NW, Leesburg
  11:00 am

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Other local events

Saturday August 22
• Leesburg Festival of Crafts & Kites @ Ida Lee Park →
  Ida Lee Park Recreation Center, 60 Ida Lee Dr NW, Leesburg
  11:00 am
• Spritz Night! @ October One Vineyard →
  October One Vineyard Wine Tasting Shop, 7 Loudoun St SW, Leesburg
  4:00 pm
• E 5 C 4 P 3 - Escape - The Journey Tribute →
  Tarara Winery 13648 Tarara Lane Leesburg, VA 20176
  6:00 pm
• Ghost Doctors' Chilling Ghost Hunting Adventure in Historic Old Town Manassas! →
  9101 Prince William St, Manassas
  8:30 pm
Sunday August 23
• Drop-In American Mahjong →
  Rust Library, 380 Old Waterford Rd NW, Leesburg
  1:00 pm
Monday August 24
• Advisory Commission on Youth Meeting →
  Loudoun County Government Meetings - Leesburg VA 20175
  7:00 pm
Tuesday August 25
• Art Advisory Committee →
  Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services Government Center - 1 Harrison St. SE Leesburg VA 20175
  3:30 pm
• JL Teens Information Session →
  Virtual
  7:00 pm
Friday August 28
• Clear the Shelters - Fee-Waived Adoptions! →
  42225 Adoption Dr, Leesburg
  11:00 am
• Yappy Hour →
  October One Vineyard Wine Tasting Shop, 7 Loudoun St SW, Leesburg
  5:00 pm
Saturday August 29
• Gonzo's Nose - The DC Area's Most Popular Party Band (REUNION SHOW) →
  Tarara Summer Concert Series, 13648 Tarara Ln, Leesburg
  6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• LoCo Fest Returns to 868 Estate Vineyards Sunday, Sept 6 with Live Music, Food, Wine —Nancy Deliso Read on Patch

• I'm looking for someone who could mow my property this week.
  I live on Spinks Ferry Road in Leesburg--off Rt. 15 just before Lucketts. I cut about 3 acres of the property. My mower is in the shop and am… (Nextdoor Limestone / Spinks Ferry)

• Public Storage, Inc. posted a job opening for Customer Service - Self Storage Manager in Leesburg. Apply here.
• Town of Leesburg posted a job opening for Maintenance Worker 1 Streets and Grounds in Leesburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Leesburg here.

🗞 Nearby News

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• Pasta di Guy Italian Restaurant Plans to Open First Virginia Location in Ashburn (northernvirginiamag.com)
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Purcellville

• Ohio State Buckeyes Ranked #1 in First Associated Press Poll (totalapexsports.com)

Reston

• Reston Contractor Plans 69 Layoffs After Wireless Contract Work Ends (patch.com)
• Dulles Airport Khat Seizure Leads To New York Man's Arrest (patch.com)
• Dulles Airport Board Approves $19.9B Construction Program For Major Renovation (patch.com)

Ok Leesburg! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A sponge (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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