Upcoming events

Our featured artist this month is Shaoping Zeng. Shaoping has spent a career teaching his drawing and painting skills to others. His oil paintings capture beautiful landscapes around the world.

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.

Paint by the water 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.

Gather images, words, and ideas to design a personal vision board for creative growth, career goals, wellness, or new adventures. No experience needed; Bring 3-4 magazines for cutting and sharing.16 yrs+; $35 Register: loriwbrown@icloud.com

Meet Shaoping Zeng, the Artist of the Month for January 2026 at the Artists' Undertaking Gallery.

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.

Paint by the water 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.

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.

Join us for Friday Night Flights! Sample a curated flight of teas for free! Ever wanted to try something new without committing to a full purchase? Stop by for our monthly tea flights, sip and mingle, and enjoy exclusive in-store deals.

In preparation for moving our studio & office space to another location (don't worry - the shop isn't going anywhere!), it's time to destash and declutter 5 years of craft supply hoarding. Join us for HUGE deals on paper, crafting, and office supplies at our studio at 305 Mill Street, Occoquan, VA (upstairs). One day only & in person only. Cash, card & mobile pay accepted.

Paint by the water 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.

Join us Sunday January 25th at 11:00AM for a swashbuckling good time with the Madigan's Pirates and Tinkerbell! You and your child will get to enjoy a delicious brunch, craft time, interactive games and role playing, dancing and photo opportunities!

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.

Paint by the water 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.

Our featured artist this month is Bob Friedenberg. Bob's pen & ink drawings feature nature, animals, and many other subjects. Observers are fascinated as they discover the hidden equations from his nuclear physics dissertation in each piece.

Meet Bob Friedenberg, the Artist of the Month for February 2026 at the Artists' Undertaking Gallery.

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.

Beat the winter doldrums and come celebrate this special day with us! Enjoy artist demos, fine chocolates and treats, hot cocoa, and the inspiring artwork of 29 local artists. We can help you find the perfect gift for that special someone!

Join us for Friday Night Flights! Sample a curated flight of teas for free! Ever wanted to try something new without committing to a full purchase? Stop by for our monthly tea flights, sip and mingle, and enjoy exclusive in-store deals.

Join us Sunday, February 22nd at 11:00AM for this magical brunch and show with Tiana and her friends!
You and your child will get to enjoy a delicious brunch, live performances, craft time, interactive games, dancing and photo opportunities!

Our featured artist this month is Ellen Rosenthal. Ellen's handmade relief block prints capture many aspects of life; landscapes, still life, and flora and fauna. Each print is from an original sketch hand-carved into the block.

March 3 - April 5, 2026
We ♥️...VI
Susan Norman and George Jones return with fresh inspiration. Known for themes like wood artistry and tender impressionism, this sixth show offers new reasons to fall in love.

One MAGICAL day in Occoquan returns, curated by Laine of Lainemindinventions. A free event, it’s an extraordinary day of art demos, raffle for locally made art, scavenger hunt, workshops, and tarot readings. Costumes are encouraged but not required.

Adopt your Mothman Baby Plushie during the Swords, Brooms and Magical Beasts event Saturday March 7. Limited supply available, door opens 10am. Luxe, Educational & Essential packages available. Let’s find these Mothman Babies their furr-ever home!

"We ♥️...VI" Come meet Susan Norman and George Jones. Enjoy Susan's impressionistic paintings and George's wood artistry. Light refreshments will be served.

Meet Ellen Rosenthal, the Artist of the Month for March 2026 at the Artists' Undertaking Gallery.

Happy Easter! Easter Sunday Brunch is coming and you don’t want to miss it! Maybe the kids can find a white rabbit hopping around the dining room. Brunch is served from 11am - 3 pm To make a reservation, just call us at 571-572-3087

Argentina is known for mountainous regions full of flavor and history in their wines. Join D’Rocco’s Restaurant on a journey through Argentinian wine as it goes paired with culinary creations curated by Chef Carlos Tobar. Call 571-572-3087 to RSVP

Treat mom right this year and take her to D’Rocco’s for Mimosa flights and Benedicts. Share memories with your loved ones. Serving brunch until 3pm - Dinner is served until 10 pm - Call 571-572-3087 to reserve and go online for more information

Happy Memorial Day! On your visit to Occoquan, drop by D’rocco’s Restaurant for French Toast, Pasta, and Coffee in the Mornin’. Brunch served til 3pm-Call 571-572-3087 to reserve and check out our website for more information on upcoming events

Happy Independence Day, and in celebration of the anniversary of our nation, we have decked the menu in Red White & Blue. Specials include Red White & Berry Waffles and Luc Belaire Wine flights-Brunch is served until 3pm Call 571-572-3087 to reserve

July 7 - August 2, 2026
"A Study I Red". Photographer Rick Reda's exhibit, "A Study in Red" features a variety of images in which the color red occupies the focal point.

Meet the photographer, Rick Reda, and delight in his exhibit "A Study in Red". Light refreshments will be served.

August 4 - September 6, 2026
Come and see my beautiful oil paintings. Works of all sizes, some small enough to fit in a travel bag!
Take a butterfly painting home with you.

Come meet Maggie Hillen and enjoy her beautiful oil paintings which come in many sizes. Light refreshments will be served.

Gather images, words, and ideas to design a personal vision board for creative growth, career goals, wellness, or new adventures. No experience needed; Bring 3-4 magazines for cutting and sharing.16 yrs+; $35 Register: loriwbrown@icloud.com