Name: Makerspace: Sewing 101 - Make a Holiday Gift Bag
Start: 2026-12-05T10:00:00-05:00
Location: Rust Library

Rust Library

Learn to create French seams on a sewing machine to craft a reusable gift bag. Space and supplies are limited. For ages high school - adult.

Local Event: Makerspace: Sewing 101 - Make a Holiday Gift Bag

Loudoun County

Washington Metropolitan Area

Leesburg

Virginia

Makerspace: Sewing 101 - Make a Holiday Gift Bag

Learn to create French seams on a sewing machine to craft a reusable gift bag. Space and supplies are limited. For ages high...

Capital Community Church

Virginia helped shape the beginnings of our nation, and local audiences can experience the drama, humor and music behind America’s founding in 1776, the Tony Award-winning musical presented by The Pickwick Players.
Just in time for America’s 250th anniversary, 1776 takes audiences inside the Continental Congress, where John Adams pushes for independence, Benjamin Franklin brings his wit and wisdom, and Virginia’s own Thomas Jefferson is called upon to put the revolutionary cause into words. The story also features Richard Henry Lee of Virginia, whose resolution calling for independence helped move the colonies toward a historic decision.
What happens when a room full of passionate, stubborn and politically divided men try to agree on the future of a nation? There’s plenty of debate, a little scheming, larger-than-life personalities and some unforgettable music.
With music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and a book by Peter Stone, 1776 combines clever dialogue, colorful characters, political maneuvering and a memorable score. From the spirited opening number, “Sit Down, John,” to the lively “The Lees of Old Virginia” and the stirring “Is Anybody There?,” the music captures the humor, frustrations and high stakes behind the birth of a nation.
Forget the dusty history books. 1776 presents the founding fathers as real people, with big egos, strong opinions, competing interests and a monumental decision to make. Whether you love musical theatre, American history or simply a great story, this production offers an entertaining way to celebrate 250 years of independence right here in the state that helped make it happen.
Join The Pickwick Players for a memorable theatrical experience close to home.
PERFORMANCE DATES AND TIMES
<ul><li>Friday, November 13, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.</li><li>Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.</li><li>Friday, November 20, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.</li><li>Saturday, November 21, 2026, at 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.</li></ul>
LOCATION: Capital Community Church, Ashburn, Virginia
TICKETS: https://thepickwickplayers.com/tickets-%26-tuition
Advance ticket purchases offer a $4-per-ticket savings. Visit the ticket page for pricing and details.
ABOUT THE PICKWICK PLAYERS
Founded in 2005, The Pickwick Players is a Loudoun County 501(c)(3) nonprofit community theatre organization dedicated to bringing family-friendly musicals and plays to local audiences while providing opportunities for performers and theatre enthusiasts to learn, create and shine.
For tickets and more information, visit https://thepickwickplayers.com/.

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We're still keeping things cozy, with all studios located within a five mile radius, so you can get to all the stops in a day, or slow it down, stop in town for lunch or brunch, and spend the weekend with us.
We can't wait to see you!
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<h2>Explore history through dance!</h2>
Continue celebrating America's 250th birthday with a dance! This fun program will explore the significance of music and dance during America’s colonial, revolutionary, and early republic eras. You'll learn the steps and try your hand (and foot) at two historic dances!
The program is open to all ages. No prior dance experience is needed. Costumes or formal attire are not required, but be sure to wear comfortable shoes!
Admission is FREE, but RSVP is REQUIRED, so please reserve your spot here:&nbsp;<a href="https://loudounmuseum.networkforgood.com/events/106065-dance-dance-revolution" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">loudounmuseum.networkforgood.com/events/106065-dance-dance-revolution</a>
For questions, email makenna@loudounmuseum.org

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