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Time Travel Through Maps: John E. Ross to Discuss Virginia’s Historical Geography at Thomas Balch Library in Leesburg

Time Travel Through Maps: John E. Ross to Discuss Virginia’s Historical Geography at Thomas Balch Library in Leesburg

The Thomas Balch Library in Leesburg, VA, is set to host a captivating discussion with renowned author John E. Ross on December 3 at 2 p.m. The event, titled “Traveling through Time,” will delve into the history of Virginia’s exploration and settlement as seen through historic maps. Attendees will have the chance to purchase Ross’s […]

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Pop-Up Exhibit to Explore Leesburg’s Cemeteries

Pop-Up Exhibit to Explore Leesburg’s Cemeteries

Leesburg, VA (October 30, 2023) – The public is invited to a pop-up exhibit on Friday, November 3 exploring the history of cemeteries in Leesburg. Items from Thomas Balch Library’s collections will highlight the iconography of burial markers and the importance of cemeteries for historical and genealogical research. Visitors will learn about the background of […]

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Registration Now Open for Loudoun County Clerk’s Office Tour

Registration Now Open for Loudoun County Clerk’s Office Tour

Leesburg, VA (October 24, 2023) – Historic Records Manager for the Clerk of the Circuit Court Eric S. Larson will lead a tour of the Loudoun County Clerk’s Office and the Historic Court Building on Tuesday, October 31 beginning at 1:45 p.m. Larson will discuss the extent of Loudoun County’s records holdings, where to look […]

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Local Authors Discuss Desegregation in Northern Virginia Libraries

Local Authors Discuss Desegregation in Northern Virginia Libraries

Leesburg, VA – This coming Sunday, October 29, the Thomas Balch Library is set to become a hub of historical reflection and discussion. At 2 p.m., local authors and historians Chris Barbuschak and Suzanne LaPierre, will take center stage to unravel a chapter of Northern Virginia’s history that remains overshadowed—the desegregation of public libraries. In […]

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21st Annual “Freeze Your Gizzard” Scheduled for Saturday, November 18

21st Annual “Freeze Your Gizzard” Scheduled for Saturday, November 18

Leesburg, VA (October 17, 2023) – The Leesburg Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with Loudoun Hunger Relief, is hosting the 21st annual Freeze Your Gizzard Cross Country 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run on Saturday, November 18. Runners of all skill levels and ages are invited to join this community tradition. The cross-country style […]

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Leesburg’s Own David O. Stewart to Unveil Insights on “The Burning Land” at Thomas Balch Library

Leesburg’s Own David O. Stewart to Unveil Insights on “The Burning Land” at Thomas Balch Library

LEESBURG, VA – In a much-anticipated event, rescheduled from its original spring 2023 date, Leesburg’s literary community is buzzing with excitement. Esteemed local author David O. Stewart is set to grace the Thomas Balch Library with an engaging discussion about his latest work, “The Burning Land.” The event, promising to draw both book enthusiasts and […]

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New Art Exhibit Captures Leesburg and Its Surroundings

New Art Exhibit Captures Leesburg and Its Surroundings

Leesburg, VA (October 11, 2023) – A new exhibit, “Rooted in Leesburg”, by Leesburg artist Sabina Puppo, is on display in the lower-level meeting room at Thomas Balch Library through December. “Rooted in Leesburg” is Puppo’s celebration of her two years in the Town. The paintings are a unique and personal way to capture Leesburg […]

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