Experience the art of cooking with Olwen Woodier, cookbook author and food writer, who offers cooking classes in her 1840s-style kitchen at Glenfiddich Farm, 17642 Canby Road, Leesburg. June 4 will be a lunch class at 10:30 a.m. and June 6 will be a dinner class at 6:30 p.m. The two-hour classes includes demonstration hands-on participation for those who are interested, followed by a four-course meal. Seating is limited. Registration and prepayment can be made by phone or by e-mail. Cost: $50 per person for lunch class, $60 per person for dinner class. Fee includes class, meal, beverages (mineral water, tea and coffee), glass of wine and tax. There is no service fee. Call 703-771-3056 or visit http://www.glenfarmcookery.com.
Old Dominion Brewing Company, 44633 Guilford Drive, Ashburn, is holding a First Wednesday Open House, June 4, at 6 p.m. Includes tastings, tour and food from the Brewers' Grill. Call 703-724-9100 for more details.
Entree Vous in Sterling will have an open house for the public to sample the food, Saturday, June 7, from 2-4 p.m., at the Regal Center, 20921 Davenport Drive, Suite 127.
Join American Flatbread, 43170 Wynridge Drive, Ashburn, for a free afternoon of food, fun and family at a celebration of local foods and farms. The Campaign for Loudoun’s Future is hosting the family day and farmers market Sunday, June 8, from 1-5 p.m. Help promote a sustainable rural economy and learn about the health benefits of local foods. Contact info@loudounsfuture.org or visit www.loudounsfuture.org.
Willowcroft Farm Vineyards, 38906 Mt. Gilead Road, Leesburg, will be holding a Friday Night Date Night, June 13. There will be a showing of Alfred Hitchcock’s "Rear Window" and a dinner prepared by Tuscarora Mill. Reservations are required, tickets are $50 per person. The event takes place from 6:30-9 p.m. Call 703-777-8161 or visit www.willowcroftwine.com.
Willowcroft Vineyards, 38906 Mt. Gilead Road, Leesburg, will hold a Father’s Day barrel tasting with the winemaker from 1-4 p.m., June 14. Cost: $8 per person. Call 703-777-8161 or visit www.willowcroftwine.com.
Cajun Festival, Saturday, June 14, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Breaux Vineyards, Purcellville. Adult admission includes wine tasting, souvenir glass and entertainment. Live music from Bayou Squeeze Box and The Crawdaddies. Includes crafters, children's entertainment and more. Designated drivers and children 6 and up $8 online, $10 at the gate. Adults $12 online, $15 at the gate. Visit www.breauxvineyards.com or call 540-668-6299.
Olwen Woodier is offering a cooking class at Glenfiddich Farm from June 18-20. Woodier will lead three two-hour classes followed by a four-course meal. Cost: $50 per person for lunch class, $60 per person for dinner class. Registration and prepayment can be made by calling 703-771-3056 or by visiting www.glenfarmcookery.com.
Key West Festival, Thursday, July 19, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Breaux Vineyards, 36888 Breaux Vineyards Lane, Purcellville. Adult admission includes wine tasting, souvenir glass and entertainment. Includes wine, family fun and Caribbean cuisine. A reggae band will plays at 11 a.m. followed by a Jimmy Buffet cover band. Designated drivers and children 6 and up $8 online, $10 at the gate. Adults $12 online, $15 at the gate. Visit www.breauxvineyards.com or call 540-668-6299.
Line dancing and country couples dancing every Thursday at Pepe's Place, 22360 S. Sterling Blvd, Sterling. Free beginner lesson starts at 7:30 p.m. The Southern Winds Band begins at 8:30 p.m. and plays until 11:45 p.m. A disc jockey plays music during the band breaks. There is a $5 cover charge for the band. All ages over 21 are welcome.