Welcome to Historic Occoquan, Virginia
& to HistoricOccoquan.com

Often duplicated. Never replicated.

Historic Occoquan is a community rich in history and consists of residents, artists, shops, restaurants, businesses, and a local town government. It's outdoor dining, ghost walks, town boat dock and more are located just 11 miles south of the Capital Beltway on I-95 at exit 160 and then north on Gordon Blvd/Rte 123 to Commerce Street. Directions to Historic Occoquan are available at Google Maps.

Occoquan is located at 38°40′58″N, 77°15′39″W and is accessible by car, boat, raft, bike, and foot traffic. Access is available by road, river and the East Coast Greenway.

Occoquan is also conveniently located just minutes from the Amtrak Auto Train stop in Lorton, VA. Unlike a plane or the car, the auto train provides onboard entertainment, a lounge car and a dining car as it takes both you and your vehicle on a stress free journey to Florida. So when you next consider a trip to Florida, please remember your opportunities of shopping and dining in Historic Occoquan before you depart or upon your return.

The Town of Occoquan can be explored by this aerial view where you can click on shops and business for more information.

Read about this month's masthead celebrating the Summer in Occoquan.

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Historic Occoquan Community Events
in August 2010 & Beyond

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If you couldn't make it, see what you missed - pictures are available of previous Occoquan events at the links below:

The Farmer's Market
The Carefree Boat Club National Safety Week Presentation
The Occoquan Spring Craft Show
The Beauty of Mamie Davis Park in Spring

For events in 2009 - Check Historic Occoquan's History Section

The Town of Occoquan has been blogged.
See the first and original Blog Site at the
Occoquan Blog Postings.

Please welcome and take a look at the new websites
of the following Occoquan merchants:

Jerry's Occoquan Jewelers
Glory Be

While they don't have a website, they are still here in town, please be sure to visit the newest Art Gallery in Historic Occoquan - The Courtyard Gallery located at 201 Union Street or the latest hair studio, Lele's Diva Style Hair Studio at 301-C Commerce Street or the new Pin Curls Beauty Salon on Mill Street.

And lets remember some of the Occoquan Merchants and sites which have or will soon go dark:
Philly B's (2009)
Bistro Belgique Gourmande (2010)
Country Morning (2010)
The Irish Collection (2010)
Somewhere in Time (2010)
Bambini's Boutique (2010)
Classic Creations Photography (2010)
Roither's Frame Design (2010)
Endeavors (2010)

Pictures of some of the Historic Occoquan Town Markers are now online. Read about some of the town history as more markers are added to the site.

If you would like to look more quickly for specific items, participating Occoquan Merchants and items that they provide can be found using the Google custom search feature below:

The "Just say 'Hi' Campaign"
- Show your support for the "HistoricOccoquan.Com" website and help maintain the friendly Occoquan lifestyle. When next in town, don't forget to smile and say 'Hi". Having a sparkle in your eye is optional.
During the Month of August:
- Off the Beading Path is having Special Offers:

Peridot and Sardonyx strands are 20% off

Serendipity is offering: 10% discount coupons on their site, for entire purchase
The Pink Bicycle Shop specials include:
- Bring in your church bulletin on Sundays and receive 10% off your meal
- Buy four ounces of tea and get the fifth ounce free
Spinaweb is featuring fabric woven in their shop that they make into fashionable clothing and boutique items. See their site for details.
The Coffee House of Occoquan will be closed on Mondays. So no $2 large coffee with free refills available on Monday....Reservations are available to avoid the rush on Tuesday morning. See their site for details.
Dansk Day Spa has announced that they are open late on Wednesday and Friday evenings.
The Cock and Bowl is looking for new acoustic acts to play on their patio in the heart of Historic Occoquan. See their site for more details.
Leo Smith, Membership Director of the Carefree Boat Club of Occoquan is featuring a "Create your Dream Plan" in the monthly membership special on his website to allow people to select the features they want in a boat club membership plan. See his site for more details.

July 7 (Wednesday) - August 1 (Sunday)
- The Loft Gallery kicks off a new show named "Figuratively Speaking"
  - Show features paintings by by Deborah Conn
  - See their site for more details.
July 6 (Tuesday) - August 2 (Monday)
- The Artists’ Undertaking Gallery in Historic Occoquan, VA presents "Ocean Odyssey”, an exhibit that features:
  - Water colors by Jack Dyer of Springfield, VA,
  - Precious Metal Clay (PMC) jewelry by Sherry Chaples of Springfield, VA
  - Carved egg shells by Tina Kannapel of Fairfax, VA and
  - Photography by Jack Nevitt of Woodbridge, VA
  - Artists’ reception is being held on Saturday, July 17, from 1300 Hrs to 1700 Hrs (1:00 PM to 5:00 PM)
  - The gallery is open 1100 Hrs - 1700 Hrs (11:00 AM – 5:00 PM) daily and is located at 309 Mill Street in Historic Occoquan, VA.
  - For more information contact the gallery at 703-494-0584.
July 10 (Saturday) - August 28 (Saturday)
- On Saturdays From 0800 hrs to 0930 hrs (8:00 AM - 9:30 AM) MyBodyoga Spa is hosting Guided Imagery ~ Gentle Yoga & Scenic Walking Classes with Dr. Tony DiFrancesco, Alice Sevivas, rotating instructors $125 for 6 classes plus 2 extra classes for make-up
August 3 (Tuesday) - September 5 (Sunday)
- The Loft Gallery kicks off a new show named "From Here to There"
  - Show features paintings by by Lisa Neher
  - See their site for more details.
August 3 (Tuesday) - September 6 (Monday)
- The Artists’ Undertaking Gallery in Historic Occoquan, VA presents "Exploring Form & Function”, an exhibit that features:
  - Etchings by artist Roger Frey of Woodbridge and
  - Woodturning by Bob Horowitz (“Bob The Woodturner”) of Falls Church
  - Artists’ reception is being held on Saturday, August 14, from 1500 Hrs to 1900 Hrs (3:00 PM to 7:00 PM)
  - The gallery is open 1100 Hrs - 1700 Hrs (11:00 AM – 5:00 PM) daily and is located at 309 Mill Street in Historic Occoquan, VA.
  - For more information contact the gallery at 703-494-0584.
August 7 (Saturday)
- Occoquan Farmer's Market returns with fresh fruit from 0800 Hrs to 1200 Hrs.
- From 0800 hrs to 0930 hrs (8:00 AM - 9:30 AM) MyBodyoga Spa is hosting Guided Imagery ~ Gentle Yoga & Scenic Walking Classes with Dr. Tony DiFrancesco, Alice Sevivas, rotating instructors $125 for 6 classes plus 2 extra classes for make-up
- Free Wine Tasting at the Olde Dominion Wine Shoppe
- From 1600 hrs - 1715 hrs (4:00 PM - 5:15PM)
  MyBodyoga Spa is hosting Healthy Eating Makeover with Amy Barnes $125 for 6 classes
  - Amy Barnes has appeared on Dr. Oz & The Today Show with an amazing story of letting go of 339lbs.

The Loft Gallery is hosting a meet the artist reception for artist Lisa Neher
- Reception is from 1600 Hrs to 2000 Hrs (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
The Cock and Bull is hosting the acoustic guitar styling of Alex Parez, otherwise known as Le Rouge. From 1700 Hrs to 2000 Hrs (5:00 PM - 8:00 PM) on the patio pending Mother Nature.
The Coffee House of Occoquan will have extended hours and free entertainment.

If the spirits are rested from last weekend, the Historic Occoquan Ghost Tours starts up again but only if the spirits willing, at 1900 Hrs (7:00 PM) and 2030 Hrs (8:30 PM) call 703.491.4411 for more info...

August 8 (Sunday)
- The Loft Gallery is hosting a meet the artist reception for artist Lisa Neher
  - Reception is from 1300 Hrs to 1600 Hrs (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
August 10 (Tuesday)
- Another action packed Town Hall meeting.
August 14 (Saturday)
- Occoquan Farmer's Market returns with fresh fruit from 0800 Hrs to 1200 Hrs.
- From 0800 hrs to 0930 hrs (8:00 AM - 9:30 AM) MyBodyoga Spa is hosting Guided Imagery ~ Gentle Yoga & Scenic Walking Classes with Dr. Tony DiFrancesco, Alice Sevivas, rotating instructors $125 for 6 classes plus 2 extra classes for make-up

Free Wine Tasting at the Olde Dominion Wine Shoppe
The Artists’ Undertaking Gallery in Historic Occoquan is hosting an artists reception from 1500 Hrs to 1900 Hrs (3:00 PM to 7:00 PM) for:
- Jack Dyer of Springfield, VA,
- Bob Horowitz (“Bob The Woodturner”) of Falls Church
From 1600 hrs - 1715 hrs (4:00 PM - 5:15PM)
MyBodyoga Spa is hosting Healthy Eating Makeover with Amy Barnes $125 for 6 classes
- Amy Barnes has appeared on Dr. Oz & The Today Show with an amazing story of letting go of 339lbs.

The Cock and Bull is hosting Random Neural Firings, a 3-member (2 acoustic guitars & flute) vocal group that mixes folk-pop rhythms with a feel of light jazz and bluegrass harmonies. Performing their own original music from 1700 Hrs to 2000 Hrs (5:00 PM - 8:00 PM) on the patio pending Mother Nature.
The Coffee House of Occoquan will have extended hours and free entertainment.

If the spirits are rested from last weekend, the Historic Occoquan Ghost Tours starts up again but only if the spirits willing, at 1900 Hrs (7:00 PM) and 2030 Hrs (8:30 PM) call 703.491.4411 for more info...

August 19 (Thursday)
- The Cock and Bowl is hosting the endless folk songs and creative covers of Maugorn the Stray. From 1700 Hrs to 2100 Hrs (5:00 PM - 9:00 PM) on the patio or inside pending Mother Nature.
August 21 (Saturday)
- Occoquan Farmer's Market returns with fresh fruit from 0800 Hrs to 1200 Hrs.
- From 0800 hrs to 0930 hrs (8:00 AM - 9:30 AM) MyBodyoga Spa is hosting Guided Imagery ~ Gentle Yoga & Scenic Walking Classes with Dr. Tony DiFrancesco, Alice Sevivas, rotating instructors $125 for 6 classes plus 2 extra classes for make-up

Free Wine Tasting at the Olde Dominion Wine Shoppe
From 1600 hrs - 1715 hrs (4:00 PM - 5:15PM)
MyBodyoga Spa is hosting Healthy Eating Makeover with Amy Barnes $125 for 6 classes
- Amy Barnes has appeared on Dr. Oz & The Today Show with an amazing story of letting go of 339lbs.

The Coffee House of Occoquan will have extended hours and free entertainment.

If the spirits are rested from last weekend, the Historic Occoquan Ghost Tours starts up again but only if the spirits willing, at 1900 Hrs (7:00 PM) and 2030 Hrs (8:30 PM) call 703.491.4411 for more info...

August 27 (Saturday)
- Occoquan Farmer's Market returns with fresh fruit from 0800 Hrs to 1200 Hrs.
- From 0800 hrs to 0930 hrs (8:00 AM - 9:30 AM) MyBodyoga Spa is hosting Guided Imagery ~ Gentle Yoga & Scenic Walking Classes with Dr. Tony DiFrancesco, Alice Sevivas, rotating instructors $125 for 6 classes plus 2 extra classes for make-up

Free Wine Tasting at the Olde Dominion Wine Shoppe
From 1600 hrs - 1715 hrs (4:00 PM - 5:15PM)
MyBodyoga Spa is hosting Healthy Eating Makeover with Amy Barnes $125 for 6 classes
- Amy Barnes has appeared on Dr. Oz & The Today Show with an amazing story of letting go of 339lbs.

The Coffee House of Occoquan will have extended hours and free entertainment.

If the spirits are rested from last weekend, the Historic Occoquan Ghost Tours starts up again but only if the spirits willing, at 1900 Hrs (7:00 PM) and 2030 Hrs (8:30 PM) call 703.491.4411 for more info...

September 2 (Thursday)
- The Cock and Bowl is hosting the endless folk songs and creative covers of Maugorn the Stray. From 1700 Hrs to 2100 Hrs (5:00 PM - 9:00 PM) on the patio or inside pending Mother Nature.
September 25 - 26 (Saturday and Sunday)
- Occoquan Fall Craft Show
October 10 (Sunday)
- The Golden Goose is having a Dept 56 Open House
October 17 (Sunday)
- Occoquan Historical Society Gala
October 24 (Sunday)
- The Golden Goose is having a Byers Choice Open House
November 19 (Friday)
- Occoquan Holiday Open House
December
- The Golden Goose will be hosting Gerald Charles Dickens, the great grandson of Charles Dickens. See their site for details.

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