A Place To Be

08/26/2026

Today we celebrate Stephen Smith, who wrapped up his time with A Place To Be this past week!

Stephen first joined us as a camp mentor, before completing his music therapy internship and becoming part of our full-time direct service team. Over the years, Stephen has brought his creativity, compassion, and sense of joy to so many in our APTB community. From a camp leader, to a performer in our educational touring shows, to helping spearhead our on-site recording studio, supporting clients in music therapy, and much more, Stephen's passion and creativity have had a profound impact on every individual he's served, and on A Place To Be as a whole.

Please join us in celebrating Stephen and wishing him continued success in whatever comes next!

08/24/2026

It's APTB staff retreat week! As our team gets ready for the fall semester, our music therapists are coming together to share approaches, cadences, and musical tools that best support our clients.

Throughout the year, we make space for trainings, masterclasses, and brainstorming sessions like this one to make sure we're always bringing our best to the people we serve!

08/21/2026

A reminder that A Place To Be will be closed this coming week as our team prepares for the fall semester. We look forward to seeing you back at A Place To Be beginning August 31st!

08/19/2026

New at A Place To Be, join us for Comedy Club! Show up ready to play, laugh, and think on your feet with our brand new improvisation troupe. Comedy Club is best suited for participants who enjoy pretend play, can think abstractly, and are comfortable improvising.

With a recommended age of 12+, Comedy Club will run for 10 weeks at our Village At Leesburg location. To register, please email [email protected]

08/17/2026

The Wiggles are here and A Place To Be has 6 FREE tickets to give away! Those interested should email [email protected] by 4pm today. The show will take place tomorrow, August 18th, at Capital One Hall. Tickets will be granted on a first-come-first-served basis!

08/14/2026

Thank you, Amy, for your continued advocacy, and congratulations to Loudoun Therapeutic Riding on their new addition! Learn more about Amy's Allied Hands project at https://sites.google.com/view/alliedhandsoutreach/home

08/12/2026

A recent study out of Australia explores the correlation between music and a lowered likelihood of dementia. Of the over 10,000 adults over 70 involved in the study, those who engaged with music regularly (listening, singing, or playing an instrument), experienced a 39% lower likelihood of developing dementia compared to those who rarely listened to music.

"Previous studies show it improves processing speed, language, memory and coordination[...]Plus, it often involves socializing with others, which helps protect brain health."

Read More: https://health.yahoo.com/conditions/neurological/articles/study-revealed-doing-highly-enjoyable-110020227.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAALxdAvhkQol3YOuCIknQyQ8ci9sV2iYoy5ful5jJnRAwL2M4f91770khdC19is3jN5hZ14ZLteI0gBAVe_ya20YC6WUKYxBDkK25tZw11jWdpDZ8dDzCtxO4Y_BFcnDnqbgmFXISPcFaHdXvMM7asdJ1yTV2kVZ7N2ihgFbBdT4m

08/11/2026

This Thursday, join A Place To Be's amazing partner organization, Legacy Farms, for Blooms & Brews! This floral design event will allow participants to create their own custom take-home floral arrangements from Legacy Farms' fresh, locally grown flowers!

Ticket sales support the mission of Legacy Farms, offering employment and apprenticeship-style learning in a neurodiverse community here in Loudoun County! Each ticket includes one drink each, and the fresh-cut flowers and materials to create your own summery- bouquet.

Tickets for the event are available at the link below. We look forward to seeing you there! The event begins at 6pm.

Join Lark Brewing Co. Aug 13 at 6 PM for Blooms & Brews—create a custom floral arrangement with fresh flowers from Legacy Farms. Includes one drink. $65.

08/10/2026

Among our brand new groups for fall 2026, Fridays bring the 1 hour "Little Melodies" music therapy group, for ages 6 and under! This inclusive music group will give participants opportunities to explore music through singing, instruments, movement, and creative play, with the goal of supporting social, physical, and communication skills. Other activities will include Sing-Along Storyline, and guided caregiver connection routines.

Register today by emailing us at [email protected]. For more information visit www.aplacetobeva.org/upcoming-social-groups

08/07/2026

Today's A Place To Be Session Snapshot comes Aine's session with Mina, accompanied by Tanya on piano! Aine loves to play guitar, and recorded this song to share with her friends in her Wednesday social group! In her individual sessions with Mina, Aine is working on self expression and executive funcitoning. Thank you, Aine, for sharing your song!