The Elf Scramble 5K is tomorrow (December 8) from noon to 2:00pm at the Lovettsville Community Park and there is still time to register.
Santa is missing and the elves need your help!
Register now at https://bit.ly/ElfScramble2024.
Check out the comments to see some of the included swag for runners that will help put a little jingle in your run.
Please bring a toy to donate to Toys for Tots to help spread some holiday cheer.
Have you already done enough running around for the holidays? You can still join us at the park from 12:00 to 2:00pm to visit with Santa in his workshop.
Get ready for a winter wonderland of fun, friends, and frosty festivities at today's (December 7) inaugural WinterFest!
WinterFest features ice activities, a winter market, and free kid’s activities and will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park, 22831 Hanson Park Drive, Aldie. It is free to attend, and no registration is required.
Download the PRCS WinterFest App at https://bit.ly/PRCSWinterFestApp to learn more about the event. The app includes an event map, vendor list, parking maps, and nonprofit information.
This family-friendly event will feature fun activities for all ages including ice sculptures, miniature train rides, a visit from Santa and other winter characters, music from DJ BiFocals, food trucks (food for purchase), and retail and craft vendors to help you find that special gift for the holiday season.
In addition to these winter-themed activities, WinterFest will host various local nonprofit organizations along an interactive walking path. PRCS is also partnering with One Warm Coat and Toys for Tots to collect outerwear donations and new toys.
Visit loudoun.gov/WinterFest for a full list of activities and entertainment, food vendors, retail and craft vendors, nonprofit organizations, and parking and shuttle information.
𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐑𝐂𝐒 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭:
❄️Free parking is available beginning at 9:30 a.m. Parking will be limited before 9:30 a.m. due to the WinterFest 5K. Parking within Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park will be based on availability.
❄️Please follow all signage to enter Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park at Hanson Park Drive near Hanson House. (When coming from Ryan Road, this will be the second park entrance on your left. When coming from Northstar Boulevard, this will be the first park entrance on your right.)
❄️The Creighton Road entrance on the north side of the park will be for the off-leash dog
The season of giving is here, and this weekend The Senior Center of Leesburg is the perfect place to find that special present for the holidays.
The annual Holiday Craft Show will be held Friday (December 6) from 9:00am to 4:30pm and Saturday (December 7) from 8:00am to 12:00pm.
The show will feature local and regional artists and takes place indoors with free admission and parking.
The Senior Center of Leesburg is located at 102 North Street, NW Leesburg.
Be part of something great and learn more about all that PRCS has to offer by participating in the next PRCS job fair on Friday, December 20 from 12:30 to 4:00 p.m.
The job fair will be held at the Rust Library, located at 380 Old Waterford Road NW Leesburg, VA.
This event is a fantastic opportunity for job seekers to explore a variety of summer jobs and career paths within the County's PRCS Department. There are numerous employment opportunities for both teens and adults. To learn more and to register, visit https://bit.ly/PRCSJobFair2024. For more information, call 703-777-0343 or email at [email protected].
The job fair is an opportunity to receive assistance with applications and meet directly with PRCS staff for on-site interviews. Interested candidates are encouraged to fill out an application prior to attending the job fair by visiting loudoun.gov/prcsjobs.
Whether you are looking for a seasonal part-time role or want to advance your career, PRCS provides training, competitive pay, and a supportive environment to meet your employment goals. For more information on PRCS employment opportunities visit loudoun.gov/prcsjobs.
Have fun and make a difference with your PRCS!
Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services is seeking interested vendors and performers for the second annual International Festival on Sunday, February 2, 2025, from 12:00 to 5:00pm.
This will be an indoor event at the Claude Moore Recreation & Community Center, and vendor fees range. The deadline to apply is Friday, December 20.
𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫?
Visit https://bit.ly/InternationalFestivalVendorInterestForm to fill out a vendor interest form.
Visit https://bit.ly/InternationalFestPerformerInterestForm to fill out a performer interest form.
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥
Journey and experience the diverse cultures of Loudoun County, featuring multicultural vendors and organizations, entertaining performances, activities for kids and adults, cultural food for purchase, and more. This past February, nearly 2,300 people attended!
Admission to the International Festival is FREE and open to all ages. The event will be filled with various hands-on activities, cultural entertainment, international food vendors, food tastings, educational experiences, and more.
Be a Part of Something Great – Be a Part of Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services.
Join us on Friday, December 20 from 12:30 to 4:00pm for a PRCS job fair hosted by the Loudoun Workforce Resource Center at the Rust Library, located at 380 Old Waterford Road, Leesburg. To learn more and to register visit https://bit.ly/PRCSJobFair2024.
Whether you are looking for a seasonal part-time role or want to advance your career, PRCS provides training, competitive pay, and a supportive environment to meet your employment goals.
Job openings:
Lifeguards
Summer Camp Instructors
Summer Camp Leaders & Supervisors
Summer Recreation Aides (Pool Concessions)
Maintenance Workers
For a full list of opportunities visit loudoun.gov/prcsjobs and apply today!
The Elf Scramble 5K is this weekend and the elves need your help!
Santa is missing and it is almost Christmas!
Join Your PRCS and help the elves in their quest to find Santa this Sunday (December 8, 2024) from noon to 2:00pm at the Lovettsville Community Park.
Registration will include some swag to put a little jingle in your run.
Please bring a toy to donate to Toys for Tots to help spread some holiday cheer.
Register today at https://bit.ly/ElfScramble2024.
Did you miss the PRCS e-newsletter for December?
𝑶𝒉, 𝒘𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒇𝒖𝒏 𝒘𝒆 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒉𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒅𝒂𝒚𝒔!
PRCS has events and activities to make the season cheery and bright for all ages. From winter-lighted walks and nature handcrafting to an Elf Scramble 5K, check out our upcoming holiday events at https://conta.cc/4eyXXw7.
Receiving the PRCS Newsletter is a gift in itself! Sign up today at https://bit.ly/PRCS-E_Newsletter.
Join Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) for this first annual WinterFest featuring ice activities, a winter market, free kid’s activities, and more.
WinterFest will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park, 22831 Hanson Park Drive, Aldie. WinterFest is free to attend, and no registration is required.
This family-friendly event will feature fun activities for all ages including ice sculptures, miniature train rides, a visit from Santa and other winter characters, music from DJ BiFocals, food trucks (food for purchase), and retail and craft vendors to help you find that special gift for the holiday season. In addition to these winter-themed activities, WinterFest will host various local nonprofit organizations along an interactive walking path. PRCS is also partnering with One Warm Coat and Toys for Tots to collect outerwear donations and new toys.
Visit loudoun.gov/WinterFest for a full list of activities and entertainment, food vendors, retail and craft vendors, nonprofit organizations, and parking and shuttle information. Download the PRCS WinterFest App at https://bit.ly/PRCSWinterFestApp to learn more about the event. The app includes an event map, vendor list, parking maps, nonprofit information, and more. In the case of severe weather, this event could be canceled.
𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐑𝐂𝐒 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝟓𝐊
You can start the day early and join PRCS at Hanson Park for the first annual WinterFest 5K race starting at 9:00 a.m. Come dressed in your best holiday festive wear. To learn more about the WinterFest 5K and to register visit https://bit.ly/PRCSWinterFest5k. Registration for the WinterFest 5K is required.
𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐑𝐂𝐒 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭:
- Free parking is available beginning at 9:30 a.m. Parking
Updated (11/25/24)
In observance of the upcoming Thanksgiving Holiday, Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services announce changes in operating hours for November 27, November 28, and November 29.
The PRCS administrative office will close at noon on Wednesday, November 27, and return to regular business hours on Monday, December 2.
All recreation centers will maintain normal operating hours on Wednesday, November 27, and Friday, November 29. Recreation centers will be open from 5:00am to noon on Thanksgiving Day.
The Round Hill Aquatic Center (RHAC) will maintain normal operating hours on Wednesday, November 27, and Friday, November 29. RHAC is closed on Thanksgiving Day.
All community centers (excluding childcare) will close at noon on Wednesday, November 27. They are closed on Thanksgiving Day and will return to normal operating hours on Friday, November 29 (childcare and preschool are closed).
The Franklin Park Arts Center will close at noon on Wednesday, November 27 (excluding evening rehearsal). The arts center is closed on Thanksgiving Day and for visiting hours on Friday, November 29 (the performance of A Christmas Carol will be held at the Franklin Park Arts Center on Friday night).
All senior centers will close at noon on Wednesday, November 27, and are closed on Thanksgiving Day. The senior centers will return to regular operating hours on Friday, November 29. There will be no bus transportation or lunch program on Wednesday or Friday.
Park grounds, including trails, gardens, playgrounds, off-leash areas, skate parks, courts, and fields are open to the public from dawn to dusk and provide a wonderful opportunity for families and friends to spend time together. Park buildings are closed on Thanksgiving Day.
We at PRCS wish you and your family a happy, safe, and healthy Thanksgiving.
Are you looking for a way to give this holiday season?
At WinterFest on Saturday, December 7, PRCS is working with One Warm Coat and Marine Toys for Tots Foundation to collect donations
of outerwear and new toys!
For more information about donations being collected at PRCS WinterFest, please visit loudoun.gov/PRCSEvents.
𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐚𝐭 𝐖. 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞
The Loudoun County Department of General Services will begin tree and brush clearing for phase one of a new recycling center at Claude Moore Park on or about Wednesday, November 20, 2024.
The new recycling center will be located on the park’s property at W. Juniper Avenue and will replace the former recycling center located at Park View High School, which closed on September 30, 2024
The clearing work is anticipated to be conducted for approximately three weeks, weather permitting.
During this time access to the park’s trails in the area of W. Juniper Avenue will be limited. Users will still be able to access Claude Moore Park at this location (see map here: https://bit.ly/3CKCsuV).
The new recycling center is anticipated to be completed in early 2025. More information about the county’s recycling centers, including accepted materials and directions to the centers, may be found at loudoun.gov/recycle.
