There are so Many Great Things to do in and Around Loudoun County, Your Kids May Want to Move Back in With You
Loudoun County is golf country, with lush courses designed by Greg Norman, Gary Player and other masters. It’s also horse country, where you can cheer on the steeplechase, attend the country’s oldest horse show or saddle up for a leisurely trail ride. If you’re in search of a fabulous meal, visit the many farmer’s markets or savor garden-to-table cuisine at a local bistro. The County’s towns and villages feature unique shopping opportunities and here are numerous local theater, music and art venues, festivals and fairs. The historic and cultural attractions of D.C. are a short trip away via car, bus or train. When you’d like to get out of town you have easy access to Washington-Dulles International, Reagan Washington National and Baltimore Washington International Airports.
What’s Happening in Loudoun County...
Keep on Learning
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at George Mason University offers daytime courses, lectures, special events and other activities during eight-week terms in the spring and fall, and four-week terms in the summer and winter. Classes are designed for retirees and older adults. There are no exams, no credits, no college degree required or offered and no age limit. Click Here to Learn More.
Sip and Savor
Northern Virginia’s reputation for great wines has grown over the years, bolstered by the terrific varietals, blends and dessert wines produced here. Boutique wineries welcome visitors for tastings and many offer food as well. For a complete guide to Northern Virginia’s wineries, click here.
Shop Up a Storm
Indulge your shopping streak at one-of-a-kind boutiques in historic villages, old-fashioned country stores, modern malls, premium outlets and antique stores galore. For a complete shopping guide, click here.
Make New Friends
The Loudoun Area Agency on Aging sponsors numerous events throughout the year including driving seminars, health and wellness events, safety awareness classes, trips and tours. For current offerings visit click here.
Lend a Hand
The Loudoun County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, (RSVP) provides wide range of opportunities for individuals ages 55 and older to use their skills and life experience to help the community. Opportunities include work at senior centers, healthcare facilities, museums, parks and nature preserves, as well as programs such as Home-Delivered Meals, Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program and Volunteer Return Preparation Program. To become involved, click here.
Tee Up
Whatever your skill level or handicap, the private and public golf courses and clubs in Loudoun County are some of the best you will find anywhere. For more information about golf courses and clubs in Loudoun County, click here.
Try Something Different
There’s always something fun happening in Loudoun County. Choose from country fairs, wine festivals, outdoor concerts, antique fairs, harvest celebrations. bluegrass jam sessions, historic home tours and parades. To find out what’s going on, visit the events calendar here.
Find out what’s happening this week in Loudoun County at http://www.visitloudoun.org/events/events
For a complete guide to services for Empty Nesters visit http://www.loudounseniors.org/resources.htm