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Welcome to Historic Occoquan, Virginia
& to HistoricOccoquan.com
Often duplicated. Never replicated.
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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 or you can access an
on-line map
of the town which includes a little bit of history and is provided by the Business Guild of Occoquan.
For even more history, the
Historic Occoquan Self Guided Walking Tour has been made
available with the permission of LaVerne Carson.
Read about the current masthead celebrating
Spring in Historic Occoquan!
To keep informed of what is happening in Occoquan, click on the RSS
icon to subscribe to Historic Occoquan's RSS Feed.
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Historic Occoquan Community Events
for this month & Beyond
Historic
Occoquan.com can now be viewed on your phone
by going to
Historicoccoquan.mobi
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.



Local Poet Leo Smith now has some of his work on-line
The Historic Occoquan Theatre
is now On-Line!
Watch events that have occurred in Historic Occoquan that you
may have missed....

During the Month:
-
Spinaweb
is featuring fabric woven in their
shop that they make into fashionable clothing
and boutique items. See their site for
details.
- Sincerely
Yours Stained Glass Studio is holding classes to teach
how to create a copper-foil stained glass panels of your
choice. Call or Email to schedule.
- The
Preservation Station is providing -
- Furniture Painting and
Distressing Fun!
- Learn the basics of restoring, painting, distressing
and finishing furniture and home furnishings.
- Classes are hands–on and include all supplies and
your choice of a mirror, shelf or frame (etc.) to finish
and take home.
- Fee is $50 per person or $175 for a group of 5 ($35
each).
- Free Chalky Painting Mini-Class
- With any paintable purchase, receive small jar
of TPS Chalky Paint w/brush and quick lesson. TPSCP
is UV–protected for indoor or outdoor items.
Available are mirrors, frames, baskets,
architectural cast-iron and tin stars, shelves, wall
art, candlesticks, bowls and (yes!) more— all from
just $7.00!
- Drop in Upcycling & Restoration Clinics
- There's always something new going on!
- Drop in (7 days 12 - 5pm) to get a list of
current offerings.
- Groups of 15+ possible w/ tea room.
- All clinics are just $10 to $15 per (+tea if
applicable) and most include all supplies and your
finished item(s).
See the latest
Occoquan Historical Society Newsletter!
It has an artical about the Golden Goose!


Apil 1 (Sunday) - April 15 (Sunday)
-
Village Americana of Historic Occoquan is having their
furniture Spring Special!
- Handcrafted and American made Treharn tables
are on sale for $185.
April 3 (Tuesday) - May 7 (Monday)
This and
That
- The exhibit features rare and unique works of art that
include:
- Copper Work by Anne Jordan of Fairfax, VA,
- Oil Paintings by Steve Myles of Reston, VA and
- Turned Wood by Greg Wandless of Fairfax, VA
- The gallery is open 1100 Hours - 1700 Hours (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



April 3 (Tuesday) - May 8 (Sunday)
Here, There, and Everywhere:
Original Paintings by Lydia Jechorek
- The Loft Gallery is pleased to announce
Northern Virginia artist Lydia Jechorek will be their April 2018
featured artist.
- You are in for an adventure. Looking for
inspiration in all the right places, whether she’s walking,
driving down a road or traveling Lydia is always watching
for a special scene to paint. Her paintings not only lets
her relive wonderful experiences, it she invites you to take
that journey with her.
- The Loft Gallery is located at 313 Mill Street,
Occoquan VA and is open
- Tuesday - Friday 1100 Hours - 1600 Hours (11:00
AM - 4:00 PM)
- Saturday 1100 Hours to 1700 Hours (11:00 AM -
5:00 PM)
- Sunday 1200 Hours - 1700 Hours (12:00 PM - 5:00
PM)

April 3 (Tuesday)
- Another action packed
Town Hall meeting starting at 1900 Hours (7:00 PM)
- Open your wallets and lock down your property...
go see what they are up to at Town Hall.
- A recent survey of town resident's agree - we
need good wards of the taxpayer.

April 5 (Thursday)
-
Details of Occoquan is offering Long Lasting Fairy Hair
- From 12:00 Hours to 17:00 Hours (12:00 PM to 5:00
PM)
- By appointment only, check SignupGenius on their
Facebook page
- 10 strands for $25, most people will opt for
20 strands.
- 10 minutes per 10 strands.
- 28 colors available to choose from, you can wash,
dry, color, cut flatiron and more!
April 13 (Friday)
-
Soaring Spirit Yoga Studio is offering Yoga for
Recovery, free Yoga Class!
- From 19:00 Hours to 20:00 Hours (7:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
- FREE, collecting donations for the Smith Center for
Healing + the Arts.
- Class work may include breathing exercises, slow arm
stretches, healing yoga sequences appropriate during and
after cancer treatment.
- They practice in an encouraging, nurturing, and safe
space.
- No yoga experience needed.
April 14 (Saturday)
- The
Artists' Undertaking Gallery is hosting their Artist
Reception!
- From 13:00 Hours to 17:00 Hours (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
- This is a simply fantastic opportunity to meet the
talented artists -
- Anne Jordan, who will be exhibiting her Copper
Work,
- Steve Myles and his beautiful Oil Paintings,
and
- Greg Wandless will be showing his Turned Wood.
- The gallery is open 1100 Hours - 1700 Hours (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
- The Loft Gallery
in Historic Occoquan is hosting an Artist Reception!
- From 13:00 Hours to 16:00 Hours (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
- Great opportunity to meet gifted artist Lydia
Jechorek. Her paintings take you on an adventure.
Whether she’s walking, driving down a road or traveling
Lydia is always watching for an inspiration, a special
scene to paint. Her paintings not only lets her relive
wonderful experiences, it she invites you to take that
journey with her.
-
The Loft Gallery is located at 313 Mill Street,
Occoquan VA and is open
- Tuesday - Friday 1100 Hours - 1600 Hours (11:00
AM - 4:00 PM)
- Saturday 1100 Hours to 1700 Hours (11:00 AM -
5:00 PM)
- Sunday 1200 Hours - 1700 Hours (12:00 PM - 5:00
PM)

April 15 (Sunday)
-
Soaring Spirit Yoga Studio is offering VETOGA,
free Yoga Class!
- From 12:00 Hours to 13:00 Hours (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM)
- In collaboration with the non-profit,
VEToga,
students will gain an understanding of which yoga
postures, breathing methods and meditation practices are
effective during and after deployment.
- Class is open to all active duty military personnel
and veterans (including Reservists and National Guard
members) and their family members.
April 16 (Monday)
-
Details of Occoquan is offering Long Lasting Fairy Hair
- From 13:00 Hours to 18:00 Hours (1:00 PM to 6:00 PM)
- By appointment only, check SignupGenius on their
Facebook page
- 10 strands for $25, most people will opt for
20 strands.
- 10 minutes per 10 strands.
- 28 colors available to choose from, you can wash,
dry, color, cut flatiron and more!
April 20 (Friday)
- It's a Girls Night Out at
Occoquan Optical!
- From 17:00 Hours to 20:00 Hours (5:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
- This is such a fun event for the girls! The very
feminine and colorful French eyewear designer 'Caroline
Abram' will be on display and they are also partnering
with their very own 'Gift & Gather', showing their
handcrafted jewelry.
- They are also bringing in a local makeup artist to
do mini makeovers! A great time to unwind after the work
week and have some laughs with the girls.
- Refreshments, light appetizers, and sweets will be
served as well as raffle prizes and promotions.

May 8 (Tuesday) - June 3 (Sunday)
Nature's Gift: Oriental Brush
Paintins by Darlene Kaplan
- The Loft Gallery is pleased to announce
Darlene Kaplan will be their May 2018 featured artist.
Darlene is an International Award Winning artist residing in
Northern Virginia
- Darlene is inspired by her desire to capture what nature
provides during each season which she uses as her subject
matter. Her art is all about creating beautiful strokes with
emphasis on spontaneity and Chi (energy). Darlene’s
paintings are rendered on rice paper using Chinese
watercolors & ink.
- The Loft Gallery is located at 313 Mill Street,
Occoquan VA and is open
- Tuesday - Friday 1100 Hours - 1600 Hours (11:00
AM - 4:00 PM)
- Saturday 1100 Hours to 1700 Hours (11:00 AM -
5:00 PM)
- Sunday 1200 Hours - 1700 Hours (12:00 PM - 5:00
PM)

May 11 (Friday)
-
Soaring Spirit Yoga Studio is offering Yoga for
Recovery, free Yoga Class!
- From 19:00 Hours to 20:00 Hours (7:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
- FREE, collecting donations for Bladder Cancer
Advocacy Network.
- Class work may include breathing exercises, slow arm
stretches, healing yoga sequences appropriate during and
after cancer treatment.
- They practice in an encouraging, nurturing, and safe
space.
- No yoga experience needed.
Art on the Block 2018
Background Story:
Occoquan’s first “Art on the Block” was held
on November 12, 2011, and because of its
great success, it was held twice a year on
Mother’s Day weekend in May and on Veterans
Day weekend in November. “We wanted to help
make Occoquan a destination place for art
lovers,” said Jane Ernst of the Artists’
Undertaking Gallery, who along with her
husband, David, established the first event
and continued coordinating the “Art on the
Block” up until May 2015. Occoquan has in
its galleries over 60 talented local
artists. In addition to the artwork in the
galleries, Occoquan has many eclectic shops
offering the visitor many unique items not
found in your local chain stores. “Our
little community is one of those hidden
jewels waiting to be discovered, and then
revisited often.”
In 2015, Danielle Rush, owner of Red Art &
Design took over the coordination of the
activities for the “Art on the Block.” The
event is now held every May on the day
before Mother’s Day.
This Year’s Event:
Art on the Block is once again being
coordinated by Jane Ernst, since Danielle
will soon be leaving the area. “This year
I’ve decided to think outside of the box and
have more Occoquan merchants participating
in the event. These merchants will be
showcasing the arts in their shops, along
with the Occoquan galleries who showcase
over 60 local artists. Occoquan has so much
to offer those who visit this tiny river
community,” said Jane.
On Saturday, May 12, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00
p.m., fourteen local merchants will be
participating in Art on the Block, welcoming
everyone to visit them in Occoquan and to
enjoy their creative endeavors. Many artists
will be available to discuss their work,
answer questions, and some will be
demonstrating their talents. Each shop will
have a reception, with some having special
drawings for prizes.
Everyone visiting will have the opportunity
to register to win an Occoquan Gift Basket.
The merchants who will be participating are:
-
Art A La Carte – 310 Mill Street
-
Artists’ Undertaking Gallery – 309 Mill Street
- Brambles – 312 Poplar Alley
- Details – 206 Mill Street
- Glory Be – 305 Mill Street
- The Loft Gallery – 313 Mill
Street
- Paint Your Heart Out – 125
Mill Street
- Personally Yours – 402
Mill Street
- Red Art & Design – 125
Mill Street
- Secret Jewelry Garden
– 308-E Poplar Alley
- Sincerely
Yours Stained Glass – 214 Commerce Street
-
Spiral Creations – 304 Mill Street
- VanEch Studio – 125 Mill Street
- Yarn Cloud – 204 – Washington
Street
May 12 (Saturday)
-
Art on the Block in Historic Occoquan!
- From 11:00 Hours to 16:00 Hours (11:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
- Stroll the Streets of Occoquan and Support the Arts!
- With 14 participating businesses there will be
creativity everywhere you look.
- Receptions, Art Demonstrations & Special Drawings.
- This is an event that you won't want to miss!

May 20 (Sunday)
-
Soaring Spirit Yoga Studio is offering VETOGA,
free Yoga Class!
- From 12:00 Hours to 13:00 Hours (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM)
- In collaboration with the non-profit,
VEToga,
students will gain an understanding of which yoga
postures, breathing methods and meditation practices are
effective during and after deployment.
- Class is open to all active duty military personnel
and veterans (including Reservists and National Guard
members) and their family members.

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