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Hot Jazz

Chuck Shotton — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 12:09:53 +0000

Here’s a quick reminder about tonight’s Bluemont concert at 7 PM at Dodona Manor. This evening is perfect for a little hot jazz from the Martinsburg Jazz Orchestra and some hot Thai food from Thai Pan just across the street. They do great carry-out!

Acoustic on the Green

Chuck Shotton — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 12:15:54 +0000

One of the great things about Leesburg is the number of live events that happen every weekend. The trick is being able to find them all. It used to be a real challenge to find live music in town and to learn about the local talent. A few years ago, a group of downtown merchants got together with local musicians and started Acoustic on the Green, a series of live performances on the lawn in front of town hall. What started as a somewhat informal series of outdoor performances on Saturday nights has grown into an amazing concert series that provides lovers of live, local music with a great way to see their favorite artists right in the middle of downtown Leesburg.

The series is free, and open to anyone who can get their blankets and lawn chairs spread out fast enough to claim a spot. Concert start at 7 PM and usually last until around 9. Since it’s right next door to the town parking garage, and right around the corner from numerous restaurants, it’s easy to make an evening of it. Stop in to La Lou’s, China King, or Leesburg Restaurant for a quick bite, catch the performance, then wander up to Shoe’s for a cup of coffee and dessert before calling it a night. Can’t beat that for a nice summer evening in Leesburg!

Bluemont Concerts

Chuck Shotton — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 23:11:29 +0000

The Bluemont Concert series starts this weekend in Leesburg. This year the concerts are taking place at Dodona Manor instead of the courthouse. All concerts start at 7 PM, so take a little extra time to find the new location. I’m thinking parking in the county office building garage would be ideal, since it’s only a block down the street from the concert. And dinner at Doner Bistro, La Chosita Grill, Thai Pan, or Fireworks before the concert could be a good idea, too. I think I’ll be watching from the front porch!