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Thursday, Sept. 10
AMH fashion handbag and jewelry sale
Sparta - Drop by the Alleghany Memorial Hospital Solarium 7:30a-4p for special items for yourself or gifts for a friends. Proceeds support the hospital's foundation. Cash, check and credit cards accepted. Employee payroll deductions too! 336-372-5511
Friday, Sept. 11
Shaped-note singers featured on Parkway
Blue Ridge Parkway - The Moose Family, shaped-note singers, present a program at Bluffs Lodge at 6:30p. Enjoy old-time and gospel music and learn more about this singing tradition. 336-372-1947
Saturday, Sept. 12
Studio Redwood watercolor class
Roaring Gap - Release the artist in you. Check the Studio Redwood website for details.
Republican dinner and raffle
Sparta - Enjoy a hot dog meal and all the fixin's with a chance to win a top prize of $1,000 in a mini-drawdown (you do not have to be present to win) in the Alleghany High School Cafeteria beginning at 6p Saturday. Entertainment by Nave Blevins and the Cranberry Creek Boys. Guests include Congresswoman Virginia Foxx and NC House Representative Sara Stephens. Questions? Tickets? 336-372-2012
Sunday, Sept. 13
Davis Bourne Inn Gallery grand opening
Independence - Come enjoy food and art in this grand opening of the inn's gallery and website. Artists, call anytime about displaying at the gallery. Light hors d’oeuvres and punch will be served throughout the day, 11a-4p. Brunch available 11a-2p (reservations always appreciated). 276-773-9384
Mission Meal at Sparta Methodist Church
Sparta - You are invited to attend the 11a Sunday worship at Sparta United Methodist Church and stay for the Mission Meal in the fellowship hall. There is no charge for this meal but donations are appreciated and go to a different cause each month. 336-372-4441
Second-Sunday Supper at Laurel Ridge
Laurel Springs - Enjoy a taste of Italy, a meat and vegetable lasagna, fresh salad, mozzarella sticks, and delicious garlic bread at Laurel Ridge Moravian Camp. For your sweet tooth, a strawberry shortcake for dessert. Second Sunday Suppers are $10 a person and begin at 5p. Come earlier to enjoy an afternoon on the mountain. Call 336-359-2951 to make your reservation.
Register now to tell your story
Sparta - The Alleghany Library will be holding a storytelling contest during the Mountain Heritage Festival, Saturday, Sept. 19, hosted by noted teller of tales, Jerry Vincill. Children, teen and adult categories. Cash prizes. Pre-registration not required, but advised. Call or drop by the library for details. 336-372-5573
Display material sought for new U.S. 421 Welcome Center
Lodging, restaurants, attractions and event sponsors: the Wilkes Chamber of Commerce is seeking brochures and promotional material for the new US 421 Welcome Center opening this fall. Materials must be approved by the State of NC Division of Tourism . Click for information on approval requirements. There is no charge to display these items, but the Wilkes Chamber needs the brochures and other materials no later than Sept. 14. Call their Chamber at 336-838-8662 for more details.
PLAYING IN OUR COMMUNITY: There's music in these hills. When and where below.
>> Alleghany Jubilee: Tuesday, RISE AND SHINE BAND, 7p; Saturday, CLOSED THIS SATURDAY ONLY, 8p, 25 N. Main. Admission each night is $4. 336-372-4591.
>> Crouse House Pickers: Local blue grass and old time musicians jam each Monday, 2 blocks north of the Courthouse at the Crouse House in Crouse Park, beginning at 6 p.m. Come and play or just listen. No charge, but a donation is appreciated. 372-5473
>> Freeborne's Eatery & Lodge: Free outdoor weekend concerts from 2-5p Saturday and Sunday at 14300 NC 18 South, Laurel Springs. 336-359-8008. Thursday and Friday specials and music in the bar. Check their website for details.
>> Silver Dollar Music Park: Supper and karaoke each Friday. Supper begins at 4p and is served home style. Karaoke begins at 8p. Come for one or both events. Big Karaoke contest begins July 10 and continues through the summer. Cash prizes offered so have your vocal pipes tuned. Check their Web site for more information
>> Stations Inn: Free outdoor Sunday concerts from 2-5p at 14355 NC 18 South, Laurel Springs, 336-359-2888. Check their website for details.
ONGOING ACTIVITIES IN OUR COMMUNITY
>> Craven Studio: Saturday Open House: Drop by Saturdays between 12n and 4p for refreshments on the porch. From Independence, VA, take US 58 toward Mouth of Wilson for 8.8 miles. At Route 711, turn right and go 1 1/2 miles to Little Fox Creek Rd. (Route 680, an unpaved road). Turn right and go 1/2 mile to Foxfire Lane. Turn right and take the unpaved road for 400 yards to the end of the lane to #333. 276-579-2195 or 800-764-2402
Check our calendar for upcoming events: On our website are listings for Recurring Activities, Events and local Meetings. Check them often and let us know if your activity is not listed.
Bob Bamberg
Executive Director Alleghany
Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 1237 Sparta, NC 28675
336-372-5473
SpartaChamber@inbox.com
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