August 1-31. Our featured artist this month is Gloria Zamora. Gloria is a self-taught Mexican-American acrylic painter who loves to capture nature in her paintings. She loves birdwatching and travel and is inspired by both in her work.

August 5 - August 31. Enjoy original artworks by George Jones (turned wood), Kaja Kool (ceramics), Maureen Storey (fused glass).

Paint by the river in our studio overlooking the Occoquan River with an acrylics painting class. Youth 6+ from 12:30-2:30pm and Adults 16+ from 3:30-6:30pm. New theme each week. All supplies included. No experience needed. Sign up at lauradjonesart.com.

Wonderlick (two of the guys from 90's power pop/alt rock band Too Much Joy) will be playing an intimate, mostly acoustic, concert at Potomac Chocolate. Tickets are $25 and must be purchased beforehand. BYOB.

Leaf & Petal has its very own book club! Leaves & Literacy is your chance to discover and discuss new books, sip delicious tea, and receive an exclusive handmade item. Space is limited, so advance registration and book box purchase are required.

Join us for oil painting class weekly at the same time and day, either Thursday evenings 6:00-7:30pm or Friday afternoons. Learn basic skills in our new studio overlooking the Occoquan River. Supplies included. Ages 16+. Sign up at lauradjonesart.com.