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PWC Fair is back, August 12-20

A family tradition since 1949, Prince William County’s fair is the largest County Fair in Virginia. This annual event is packed with good old-fashioned fun..

Events & Things To Do

Twilight Polo in The Plains with theme nights

Spend Saturday night at Twilight Polo in The Plains for Taco ‘Bout A Fiesta night. Twilight Polo Club invites you to come to enjoy watching polo,..

Events & Things To Do

Family Fun in Leesburg at Leesburg Animal Park

Take your family out for some fun this Friday, July 15th as Blue Sky Puppets entertain from 5:30-8:30 pm. The animal park is a family-owned..

Summer Recipes

Fresh Peach Salsa Recipe

Fresh peaches are a summer delight. Juicy, sweet, and delicious this tree fruit pairs perfectly with grilled chicken or pork. It can be sliced and..

Cobbler with Fresh Blackberries

This Iron Skillet Blackberry Cobbler recipe is a favorite for fruit lovers! Swap out any other fresh fruit for the blackberries or make it with..

Sensational No-Fail Rib Recipe

A favorite meal in my home comes from one of my easiest recipes. And, I love easy when it comes to cooking. That’s why this..

Latest Events

July 20, 2022

Pick-Your-Own Fruit

Here’s a roundup from local orchards and farms. Green Truck Farm, Markham Wednesday, July 20th thru at least Saturday (and probably Sunday as well) —..

July 20, 2022

Culpeper Concert Series on 3rd Thursdays

Brought to you by Culpeper Renaissance, Inc. Looking for outdoor music in Culpeper? Head to historic downtown Culpeper directly in front of the Depot for..

July 13, 2022

Fauquier County Fair – July 13-16

The annual Fauquier County Fair promises several fun-filled days with carnival rides, county fair traditions, contests, and games.

July 5, 2022

Summer Concert on Saturday in Warrenton

Summer Concerts are back! And again to join the buzz on Main Street. Bring your camping chair and enjoy a beautiful summer night with some..

Local Farms to Visit

June 29, 2022

Farmer’s Markets and Pick Your Own Fruit

Local Farmers Markets It’s that time of year again when locally grown and produced agricultural products are made available at local farmers markets. Here are..

June 21, 2022

If you haven’t yet visited Flying Ace Farm, go!

Flying Ace Farm is Loudoun County’s first farm distillery and brewery. Their distillery is dedicated to their craft, creating world-class American Ace bourbon, whiskey, and..

June 15, 2022

Pick Your Own – Week of Fri, July 17th

We’ve rounded up a few pick-your-own farms that have fruits and vegetables coming in this week. Hollin Farms – Delaplane This weekend, open Wednesday through..