When winter first takes hold, some deep instinct to retreat to a near state of hibernation rouses itself within me. With the cold temperatures creeping further down, it’s easy to want to stay indoors, buried under blankets on the couch, watching television. But here in Virginia, the winters are relatively brief and mild. We celebrate all of our seasons and in spite of its...
The holidays have passed, the New Year has arrived, and if you haven’t already begun your resolutions, here’s an easy one for you. Visit a new winery and brewery! It’s a great way to get out and try something new in the New Year. And Loudoun’s winery count is projected to reach 40 by the end of 2013. Every time I check Twitter, there’s...
The passing of another year is something to be celebrated. Getting together with family and friends, enjoying a good meal, raising a glass of festive sparkling wine, dancing the night away. These festivities can be simple or extravagant, cozy or all inclusive. However you choose to celebrate, we hope your hearts are warm with memories of the year past and bright with hope for...
Decorations, gifts, holiday meals. These are just some of the things many of us have been running around, checking off our lists over the past several weeks. With the holidays upon us, it’s time to finish up that list and focus on the spirit of the holiday season. Whatever your state of holiday readiness, these upcoming events can help fill the stockings and spread...
Holiday celebrations continue throughout Loudoun this weekend as three of the county’s towns are hosting their annual celebrations. The Town of Hillsboro kicks off their holiday celebration with a breakfast with Santa at the historic Old Stone School. The breakfast features appearances from Santa, Frosty, and Rudolph plus a variety of holiday activates for the kids. The day continues with the town’s Historic Homes...