Second Street School Education Program
2025-05-23, 2025-05-27 - 2025-05-28, 2025-05-30
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Waterford on the Rocks: Sip & Stroll Progressive Cocktail Party
2025-06-07 18:15 - 21:30 UTC
Join us for the 2025 Waterford on the Rocks Cocktail Series!
Join a small group of Friends to support the work of the Waterford Foundation at the 2025 Waterford on the Rocks, a series of unique cocktail party experiences in the Waterford National Historic Landmark. The first event for 2025 is the Sip & Stroll on June 7, 2025.
Sip & Stroll: A Progressive Cocktail Party in Waterford – June 7, 2025
Join us for an unforgettable evening of cocktails and historic homes to celebrate the Waterford National Historic Landmark. Guests will travel between four beautifully hosted homes, enjoying a signature craft cocktail, an optional mocktail, and a delicious appetizer at each stop. Groups will rotate through all four homes, spending about 25 minutes at each, with time allotted for walking between locations. At the end of the rotations, everyone will gather at The Old School for dessert and a champagne toast.
Event Details

Date: June 7, 2025
Time: 6:15 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: Village of Waterford – Four private homes within walking distance with a final gathering at The Old School (40222 Fairfax Street, Waterford, VA)
Attire: Cocktail Chic / Garden Party Attire – Please wear shoes suitable for walking in a historic village on uneven sidewalks.

Menu:
Bienvenido a Puerto Vallarta < The Pink House >

Watermelon Jalapeno Mezcal Margaritas
Chicken Fajita Skewers
Sweet Pepper & Onion Skewers

Bossa Nova in Sao Paulo < The Frandsen Residence >

Raspberry Caipirinhas
Chicken Coxhina Croquettes
Brazilian Cheese Bread

Cruising the Amalfi Coast < The Braden House >

White Italiano Sangria
Tomato Basil Bruschetta
Morso di Melone e Prosciutto

Step into Bourbon Country < The Ephraim Schooley House >

Ginger Peach Juleps
Kentucky Hot Browns
Louisville Benedictine Sandwiches

Tickets: Individual tickets on sale NOW! ($100/$75)* – Purchase tickets here!
*Advance purchase only. Tickets will not be available at the door. Reduced price $75 ticket available for those preferring non-alcoholic beverages only.
The Waterford Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit (EIN 54-0755457), and a portion of your ticket purchase may be tax deductible. Cocktail party value: $60 per ticket, $40 value for non-alcoholic beverages only ticket.

Creating a Rainbow with Natural Dyes
2025-06-21 09:00 - 2025-06-22 15:00
Create a rainbow of natural color using plant, insect, and mineral dyes in this hands-on, two-day workshop with natural dyer Shelagh Jessop. Students will explore the art of natural dyeing and leave with beautifully dyed fabric and yarn.

Felt Vessels: Inspired by Nature
2025-06-21 09:00 - 2025-06-22 15:00
Explore the ancient art of feltmaking in this creative workshop where you’ll craft a 3D wet-felted vessel inspired by the forest floor. Learn to work with a flat resist to form seamless, hollow shapes, and discover techniques you can use in future projects. All skill levels welcome!

Large Laundry/Storage Basket
2025-06-21 09:00 - 2025-06-22 15:00
Weave a large, heirloom-quality basket over a wooden mold—perfect for laundry or displaying quilts. Measuring 16″ x 22″ x 13″, this sturdy basket features oak runners, optional color accents, and textural patterns. Over two days, you’ll shape the base, weave the sides, and finish with handles and rims. All levels welcome.

The Warp Weighted Loom: The Next Steps
2025-06-21 09:00 - 2025-06-22 15:00
Build on your skills with this two-day warp weighted loom class focused on tabby weave. Use provided looms for hands-on practice and complete a small project like a scarf or table runner.

Sunday FUNDay at Lost Barrel Brewing
2025-06-22 14:00 - 18:00 | Lost Barrel Brewing, 36138 Little River Tpke, Middleburg, 20117, United States
Join us at Lost Barrel Brewing for Sunday FUNDay – A way to eat for a good cause!
About Sunday FUNDay:
A fundraising day! Each Sunday, Lost Barrel Brewing host a fundraising event in hopes to bring awareness to amazing local non-profits. On June 22nd, they will donate 10% of food sales to the Waterford Foundation!

Survival Adventure Camp
2025-06-23 09:00 - 2025-06-27 12:00
Curious about living in the woods? In this five-day camp, ages 10–13 will learn wilderness survival skills like shelter building, fire making, and camp cooking—all through hands-on practice and outdoor games.

Survival Skills Camp
2025-06-23 09:00 - 2025-06-27 12:00
Could you survive alone in the woods? In this five-day camp, ages 14–17 will build confidence and essential survival skills—like shelter building, navigation, and fire making—in a fun, hands-on environment.

Hazel Hedgehog Quilted Pillow Sewing Camp
2025-06-23 09:00 - 2025-06-27 12:00
Kids ages 8+ will join sewist Amie Otto to sew an adorable hedgehog pillow using the Hazel Hedgehog pattern. Campers will learn cutting, piecing, quilting, and how to turn their project into a pillow

Young Naturalists Camp
2025-06-30 09:00 - 2025-07-03 12:00
Budding naturalists ages 7-12 will explore the outdoors and learn survival skills like plant and bug ID, knot tying, and orienteering with map and compass.

Exploring Nature Art
2025-07-14 09:00 - 2025-07-18 12:00
Explore nature through hands-on art, science, and math projects using natural materials. For students ages 7-12.

81st Waterford Fair Kick-Off Party
2025-08-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Waterford Old School, 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA, 20197

The Waterford Fair October 3-5, 2025
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-05
Come shop, play, tour and make memories during this 81-year-old tradition — the Waterford Foundation’s “Waterford Fair”! The Fair is the mid-Atlantic’s quintessential fall festival with demonstrating fine heritage & contemporary craft artisans, living historians, a juried art show, historic properties tour, local libations, and entertainment for all ages.
Located in the National Historic Landmark of Waterford (f. 1733), this unique village is situated in Western Loudoun County, Virginia. Noted as “DC’s Wine Country”, we are only 50 minutes from the District of Columbia.
For tickets and event information, visit www.waterfordfairva.org
Now’s the perfect time to sign up for one or more of over 400 available shifts. From guiding visitors to assisting artisans, there’s a role for everyone! Volunteer Interest Form
Event proceeds support the preservation and education efforts of the Waterford Foundation, a 501(c)(3).

Pine Needle Ornaments
2025-11-08 09:00 - 12:00
Get into the holiday spirit with a festive pine needle ornament workshop! Using longleaf pine needles gathered from Virginia and beyond, students will learn to craft charming coiled ornaments perfect for gifting or decorating the tree.

Bobbin Lace Holiday Ornament
2025-11-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Waterford Old School, 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA, 20197
Create delicate lace ornaments using traditional bobbin lace techniques. Learn basic stitches while crafting an elegant design finished with a bead—perfect for holiday décor or gifts.

Winter Resin Jewelry
2025-11-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Waterford Old School, 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA, 20197
Make your own holiday resin jewelry with Lisette Bez. Learn basic resin techniques to craft unique, wearable pieces that are perfect for gifts or festive flair.

Sew a Quilted Stocking
2025-11-08 09:00 - 17:00
Create a beautiful quilted stocking in this festive sewing workshop. Learn step-by-step piecing, quilting, and finishing techniques as you make a fully lined heirloom to treasure or gift. Perfect for confident beginners and experienced sewists alike.

Quilling: Create a Poinsettia Greeting Card
2025-11-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Waterford Old School, 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA, 20197
Learn the art of paper quilling while creating a beautiful poinsettia holiday card in this hands-on workshop. Perfect for beginners, you’ll coil and shape paper strips into festive designs and leave with a finished card and the skills to make more on your own.

Quilling: Create an Angel Greeting Card
2025-11-08 12:30 - 14:30 | Waterford Old School, 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA, 20197
Learn the art of quilling as you shape paper strips into delicate designs. Create a graceful quilled angel ornament just in time for the holidays and take home both your handmade piece and the skills to keep creating.

Reindeer Panorama
2025-11-08 12:30 - 15:30 | Waterford Old School, 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA, 20197
Turn a simple branch into a magical winter scene! Shape a whimsical willow reindeer, decorate it in your own style, and add a tree—whether ready-made or crafted by you—for the perfect holiday centerpiece.

Stitched in Felt: Holiday Ornaments
2025-11-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Waterford Old School, 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA, 20197
Add handmade charm to your holidays in this cozy hand-sewing workshop. Create colorful, quilt-inspired felt ornaments using simple stitches and embroidered details.

Needlefelt a Pumpkin
2025-11-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Waterford Old School, 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA, 20197
Celebrate the season by crafting your own one-of-a-kind pumpkin using locally sourced wool and fleece. In this beginner-friendly needle felting class, students will learn basic techniques to shape and sculpt wool, with a variety of colors and embellishment options to personalize their pumpkin. A fun, hands-on way to welcome fall!

Learn to Sew Holiday Gift Bags
2025-11-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Waterford Old School, 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA, 20197
Learn basic sewing skills while making reusable lined drawstring gift bags. Create one to three bags in various sizes—perfect for holding gifts or giving as gifts themselves.

Needlefelt a Santa Gnome
2025-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Waterford Old School, 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA, 20197
Get into the holiday spirit by creating a charming Santa Gnome using locally sourced wool and fleece. In this cozy and creative class, students will learn how to form and layer wool through needle felting techniques to build their own whimsical figure—perfect for gifting or decorating.

Relaxing Natural Bath & Body Blending with Essential Oils
2025-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Waterford Old School, 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA, 20197
Join artisan Brenda Brown to create a custom bath soak or body scrub using healing salts, herbs, and essential oils. Learn about natural stress relief and self-care, then unwind with a group conversation. Leave with your blend, wellness tools, and a self-care guide.

Waterford Foundation Annual Volunteer Party
2025-11-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Waterford Old School, 40222 Fairfax St, Waterford, VA, 20197
This annual event is our way of expressing heartfelt appreciation to all Waterford Foundation volunteers. The evening will be filled with hors d’oeuvres, beverages, and an awards ceremony.
2025 volunteers please check your email for a personalized invitation and RSVP instructions. If you volunteered with us in 2025 and have not received your invitation by 10/30/25 please email us at oldschool@waterfordfoundation.org.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Waterford on the Rocks: Pub Trivia Night
2026-01-31 17:00 - 20:00
Join us for the Waterford on the Rocks Cocktail Series!
An evening of laughter and friendly competition awaits at the Second Annual Pub Trivia Night. Gather your friends and put your knowledge to the test in a fun atmosphere that promises great memories and benefits the Waterford Foundation. Real British ale, authentic pub food, and prizes await!
Pub Trivia Night – January 31, 2026
Join us and test your knowledge at an evening of Pub Trivia on Saturday, January 31st.
Event Details

Date: January 31, 2026
Time: 6:30 – 9:30 PM
Location: The Frandsen Residence

Tickets: Individual tickets on sale NOW! ($60) – Buy tickets online here!
Ticket purchase includes drinks, food, and trivia registration. Advance purchase only. Tickets will not be available at the door.
The Waterford Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit (EIN 54-0755457), and a portion of your ticket purchase may be tax deductible. Cocktail party value: $30 per ticket.
