at Annual Meeting at Olde Beau
The Chamber recognized the following at their Annual Meeting, Saturday, Oct. 10, at Olde Beau: Businessman of the Year, Clint Bedsaul; Business of the Year, NAPCO; Agricultural Award, Alleghany Christmas Tree Association; Lifetime Achievement Award in memory of Tom Richardson; Heritage Award to Ernest and Agnes Joines; Board Members of the Year, John Kilmartin and John Spicer; and retiring board members Everett Dukes and Barbara Lucier. Grab a copy of this week's Alleghany News for all the details.
Locals recognized for 150th efforts
by NC Society of Historians
Alleghany County was well represented at the North Carolina Society of Historians award ceremony Oct. 10. Ernest Joines was named Music Historian of the Year for his 150th anniversary 4-CD compilation of performances by Alleghany musicians. Imaging Specialists received a Garland P. Stout publishers award and a President's Award for the broad selection of historical items created for the sesquacentinial (see below for information about owning some of this memorabilia). Read more about Imaging Specialists' awards on their website. Congrats to you all. Your efforts added a lot to our celebration.
150th Memorabilia for gifts, donation
There is still 150th Anniversary memorabilia available for sale -- T-shirts, puzzles, CDs of local musicians, and photo albums. These would make great gifts that would preserve the memories of our 150th year. The puzzles are great for teaching the very young good eye-hand coordination as well as help them learn more about the county. They are an also a good way to engage older residents of nursing homes and other care facilities. Citizens, businesses and non-profits are encouraged to support the 150th effort to meet fund-raising goals and purchase these as gifts or donations to schools and care facilities. Stop by Imaging Specialists/The Sparta Store, kitty-cornered to Farmers Hardware, or call 336-372-3002 to learn more.
Early Bird Special Pricing extended
on 2010 SPARTA Magazine
The special Early Bird ad rates for the 2010 SPARTA Magazine have been extended to Oct. 31. There's still time to take advantage of savings of up to 30% on your ad in this special edition that celebrates the Blue Ridge Parkway and highlight's Alleghany County's role its establishment. Print the ad form and return to the Chamber with payment by Oct. 31 to receive Early-Bird Special Pricing.
There is no charge for your listing, but please make sure your listing information is as you wish. Print our contact information form, complete and return or fax 336-372-8251 to the Chamber.
Promote your business to travelers
If you have a business that is of interest to travelers, the new Northwest North Carolina Welcome Center, located along US 421 in North Wilkesboro, is looking for brochures to distribute to travelers. If you have a brochure for your B&B, vacation rental or whatever, this seems like a no-brainer. There's no charge but there are some restrictions and requirements. Follow this link to learn more. Approved material can be mailed to Wilkes Chamber of Commerce, ATTN: NW North Carolina Visitors Center, P.O. Box 727, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659. 336-667-1259
Find your treasure at Friday's auction
Frank Hazard will take gavel in hand as he puts a variety of special items on the auction block Friday, Oct. 23, at 6:30p at Oldies But Goodies across from the Courthouse. You never know if something you must have will be available at a bargain price. 21 North Main St. 336-572-2995
Colby's Ride for Charity
Enjoy two days and one night of music, Native American celebration, horse riding and a casting call for models of all ages. Click to learn more about this diverse event, Oct. 24-25 at Triple E Stables. 336-372-5377 or 336-657-8314
Run for Gracie in Piney Creek
Enjoy this 5K race and walk to support construction of a track at Piney Creek School Saturday, Oct. 24. Registration begins at 8:30a, A 1 mile fun run is at 9a, followed by the 5K run walk at 10a. Awards made by age category. Discount for early registration. Call to learn more: 336-359-8327 or 336-363-3000
You are invited to attend the Alleghany Library fundraiser, featuring original music, reading and book signing from "Blue Ridge Reunion" with author Bill Leslie on Saturday, Oct., 24, 6p, at the Silver Dollar Music Park. The evening includes buffet dinner, music, reading and raffle. Tickets are $30 each and will be available for purchase at the Alleghany County Library and several other locations. Pick up your ticket, enjoy this wonderful event, and help support your library. For more information, contact the library at dbrewer@nwrl.org or 336-372-5573.
Start Your Own Business seminar series
If you've ever dreamed about starting your own business, a series of FREE seminars Oct. 27, Nov. 10 and Dec. 1, 6-9p at Wilkes Community College Main Campus in Wilkesboro, might mean the difference between success and losing your savings. Register ASAP. For more information, please contact James Perez, 828-262-7747 / perezje@appstate.edu or Julia Rowland, 828-262-8325 / rowlandja@appstate.edu. Funding is provided by the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation.
Studio Redwood fall classes
Nurture your talent with classes from Chris Davis and Studio Redwood. Introduction to mural painting on Oct. 26 and more classes in November. Check StudioRedwood.com for information and schedules. 336.372.7111
Halloween at Crouse Park
There'll be a crowd of kids at the park for the big Halloween Celebration Saturday, Oct. 31, 5-7p. Planned activities include a costume contest beginning at 6p, trunk or treating, food and a bounce house. Adults, you can participate. Become a trunk of treater: Place candy in your car trunk, pickup bed or in the back of our SUV or station wagon for kids to trick or treat. Most folks decorate their "trunk" in the Halloween spirit. Businesses, you have three options. You can bring a trunk-or-treat vehicle. Or you can donate a give-away item for the Merchants Wagon. Or you can make a small donation to help with the costume contest prizes. Call the Chamber for details or to register 336-372-5473.
The Visions play at the Dollar
Come in costume or out Saturday, Oct. 31, to the Silver Dollar for the Visions, a band that can play almost any favorite -- jazz, beach, rock, country, disco and even swing -- beginning at 8p. Admission only $10. Come early and enjoy a delicious meal from the Silver Spoon Supper Club. The Silver Spoon serves up seafood every Friday, 4:30-8p, and a Sunday feast, 11:30a-3p. 336-372-6874
MUSIC PLAYING IN OUR AREA
>> 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 6p. 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: Line dance lessons every Monday 6-8:30p. Supper served at 6p and lessons at 7p. Get both for $12; just a lesson or just a meal for $7. 336-372-6874
>> 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
Sparta-NC.com
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