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5th Lansdowne Woods Literary Festival

Free Pubic Event

Saturday, June 27, 1pm to 5pm

Lansdowne Woods of Virginia Clubhouse,

19375 Magnolia Grove Square, Leesburg, Virginia

Diane is participating in the fifth annual Lansdowne Literary Festival. Sponsored by the LWVA Writers Group, it includes the opportunity to meet and chat with a number of local authors, explore their work, and purchase personalized copies. Publishing and marketing workshops are part of this program which has become an important part of the regional book scene.

A Cowgirl’s Life

Free Public Event

Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 7 to 8 pm

Virtual Online Presentation

What was it really like to tour in Pawnee Bill and Buffalo Bill’s Wild West shows? To be one of the first women to ride bucking broncos? To act in a 1913 Western movie? Join Diane as she shares the story of Lulu Bell Parr and her cowgirl buddies as they travel the world in the early 1900s. Presented by Loudoun County Public Libraries, the link will be shared closer to the even, here and on the library’s website library.loudoun.gov.

Waterford Fair

Ticketed Public Event

Waterford, Virginia

October 2 – 4, 2026

Diane will be at this year’s Waterford Fair. She’ll bring her latest book Ivy in America which continues the story of Ivy O’Neill. She’ll also have copies of her other books for visitors to purchase and have personalized. Details to follow.

Seminole Quilting

Free Online Public Event from Loudoun County Public Library

Thursday, November 5, 2026

Time to be announced.

The Seminole people’s history is one of rising to challenges with ingenuity. They are known today for their intricate quilting tradition which incorporates sophisticated colors and tiny fabric pieces. Tune in to learn about this quilting — how it emerged during World War I shortages, taps into traditional imagery, and has evolved over the past century. Suitable for teens and adults. Link to watch this will be posted later.

Need a speaker?

Interested in booking a talk by Diane? She is available for book clubs (in person regionally and by ZOOM internationally), meetings, podcasts, interviews, and presentations. Use the contact tab to leave a message or email her at helentjari@aol.com.

Check back for future events featuring Diane Helentjaris.