If you have almost any outdoor job, Shane Simons of Variety Solutions is ready to tackle it: lawn care, excavating, skid-steer service, hauling, just give Shane a call at 336-200-2040.
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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
SECRETS OF TRAVEL PACKAGING
Lodgers, restaurants and attractions interested in increasing their visitor traffic make plans to attend this travel packaging workshop presented by the Cascade Highlands Tourism Association on June 22 from 9a-5p at the Hampton Inn at Shelton Vineyards, 150 Charlestowne Drive, Dobson, NC. I've been to Cascade Highlands programs and they are first class. Little or no travel packaging is done in Alleghany. It is low-hanging fruit. The $20 registration includes lunch. If you can't come all day, come just for the morning. 336-401-8393
TONIGHT: "THE MERRY LOVE A FIDDLE"
A musical narrative of the history of mountain fiddling will be presented by Lucas Pasley on Thursday, May 27 at 6:30p at the Alleghany Library. The audience will enjoy a mixture of traditional fiddling, history, and humor. This program is sponsored by the Alleghany Arts Council with partial funding by a NC Arts Council Grassroots Grant. 336-372-5573
Chris Davis of Studio Redwood, 10436 US 21 South in Roaring Gap, is holding a yard sale Saturday, May 29, 9a-1p, of painted furniture, giclee prints, gift and decorative items. Most of these are being sold to make way for new material and must be sold. She'll have the yummies baked up for shoppers. 336-372-7111
MUSIC AND DANCE TO FIGHT POLIO
Enjoy a night of traditional music and dance Friday, May 28, beginning at the Alleghany Jubilee sponsored by the Alleghany Rotary Club to help eliminate polio. The Borderline band will play and the Jubilee Dancers will perform. Hillbilly Wes will make you laugh. Flat-foot dancing contest, cake walks, a 50/50 drawing, and other activities planned. Admission only $5. 336-372-5473
Over 30 exhibitors are slated to be at Business and Tourism Expo Memorial Day weekend at Village Park (former Charleston Forge plant) Saturday-Monday, May 29-31. There is plenty of room inside. If you haven't registered, show up Friday 10a-4p during set up and you are good to go. Expect a big day Saturday, kicking off with the VFW showing of the colors and flag demonstration at 10a and ending at 6p. Sunday hours: 1-4p; Monday 10a-4p. Don't delay. Show off your business to area residents and to visitors to the area. Click to learn more. Print this online registration form and return with $10 fee. This is a rain or shine event. Call 336-372-5473 or 336-372-1525 ext. 22 for info. Do you need table linens/table cloths for your display? Innovative Occasions has them full length (to hide what you have stored under the table) in colors. Only $5 rental for the weekend! 336-363-2560 or 336-363-4171
GRAB YOUR BIKE: POKER RUN SATURDAY
The weather is great for riding. Join New River Shrine Club Poker Run at Four Brothers Country Junction Convenience Store, 2694 US 21 South, Sparta, Saturday, May 29. 9a registration; 10a ride begins. Lunch on your own at Meadows of Dan. $15 + $10 for added rider. Sausage biscuits available before ride. Prize for best and worst hand, door prizes, 50/50 drawing. 336-657-2036
NATIVE AMERICAN GATHERING
Come out to Triple E Stables, the home of Alleghany Trail Blazers, Saturday, May 29, for an authentic Native American Gathering of the Metis tribe. Performances at 1p and 4p. These Native Americans performed for the county's 150 celebration and they provided a great program. Located 6 miles from Sparta on US 21 South. Concessions available. 336-372-5366
MOUNTAIN MYSTIQUE PARK PROGRAM
Join a Park Ranger at the New River State Park, 58 Hwy 221 N Access Road, Laurel Springs, for a look back in time: how the settlers of this area lived in these Appalachian Mountains. Meet at the 221 Visitor Center's Auditorium at 2P Saturday, May 29, for this 45 minute program. 336-982-2587
VISIONS BAND AT THE DOLLAR
The Visions Bank will be playing May 29, Saturday night, at the Silver Dollar Music Park. The music starts around 8p. Cover charge is only $8. Come early and hungry for the buffet. Buffet will open around 6p, only $7.95 and includes tea/coffee and dessert. 336-372-6874
AMATEUR WINEMAKERS SHOWCASED
Grapestompers Home Winemaker Showcase, Sunday, May 30, 12noon-4 p. Amateur wine makers offer samples of their talent. Event is free to the public and held in 102 Thistle Meadow, Laurel Springs, NC. Food vendors, artisans and craftspeople also participating. 800-233-1505 336-359-2995
VFW POST 7034 CEREMONY
Show your patriotism on Monday, May 31, at 1p on the Alleghany Courthouse lawn for the VFW Memorial Day remembrance.
SATURDAY IN THE PARK
Join in on the fun with the Mountain Park Band at Crouse Park on stage with Mark Handy from 5-7 p, Saturday, June 5. Events are planned at Crouse Park for every Saturday in June and July. 336-372-5473
NEW RIVER PARK CANOE TRIP
Join Park Rangers at the US 221 Visitor Center for this 2-hour float down the Wild and Scenic New River Sunday, June 6, and Sunday, June 27, 12:30-2:30p. Learn basic paddle strokes and other useful information. Must be able to carry and load the canoes. The Rangers will interpret many sights along the route. Limited to 8 visitors per trip, call the park to register. The outfitters charge a minimal fee for shuttling. 336-982-2587
ACT READERS THEATRE PERFORMANCE
Melissa Caudill and Jim Williams present a readers theater performance of SAME TIME NEXT YEAR at the Senior Center Wednesday, June 9, and again at the Alleghany Library Friday, June 11. Both performances are at 7p. The play concerns New Jersey accountant George and Oakland, California housewife Doris meet at a Northern California inn in February 1951. They have an affair, then agree to meet once a year, despite the fact both are married to others and have six children between them. A 1978 film adaptation starred Ellen Burstyn and Alan Alda. No admission charged. 336-372-5473
TWILIGHT EVENING AT THE INN
Enjoy a Twilight Evening at the Davis-Bourne Inn Thursday, June 10, 6-9p. An Italian inspired dinner: Chocolate Fountain Dessert Bar at the Prom, Photos and Dancing with "Edward" and "Bella," scenes and quotes from the Twilight series and many surprises. $25 per person includes dinner, dessert, non-alcoholic beverages & entertainment. A Twilight Overnight: Add an evening at the Inn with an apple infused breakfast included, $160.00 per room, double occupancy. One participant will win a Twilight Door Prize Basket. 276-773-9384
WELLNESS CENTER POOL PARTY SLEEPOVER
Remember the fun of pool parties and sleepovers. June 11-12, Friday through Saturday, your youngster (7 years and up) can enjoy that fun and you don't have to chaperon! Click to learn more.
SUMMER RIDE 'N DRIVE
Saturday, June 12, bring your motorcycle, hot rod, or Jeep and the family for Piney Creek Fire Department's Summer Ride N Drive fundraiser, an easy two hour ride through the country and back to the fire station for a hot dog and hamburger lunch. 336-657-1207 brentpugh97.3@gmail.com.
CANOE CAMP: RIVER FUN AND EDUCATION
Every summer Riverside Canoe (on the New River South Fork, just across the Kings Creek Bridge) offers opportunities for kids 9-16 to learn to canoe and kayak. What a great thing for your youngster to do this summer! Click here to learn more. 336-982-9439
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AREA MUSIC/ENTERTAINMENT
>> Alleghany Jubilee: Come to listen or come to dance to the blue grass and old time musicians who play on Tuesday beginning at 7p and Saturday at 8p. Admission $4. The Jubilee is located on North Main Street, across from the Courthouse. 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 6p. Come and play or just listen. No charge, but a donation is appreciated. 372-5473
>> 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. Check the website calendar. 336-372-6874
>>They're Rockin' at the Motorcycle Capital of North Carolina If you're a motorcycle rider or a fan of hard-driving country music, then Laurel Springs is the place to be as Freebornes Eatery and Lodge and Stations Inn offer live music every weekend. Check out their links for a band schedule.
GREAT ACTIVITIES TO DO ANYTIME
>> Barn Quilt Trails: Barns and other structures throughout Alleghany County are adorned with large squares illustrating quilt patterns and add interest to a driving tour of the countryside. Drop by the Alleghany Chamber of Commerce and Visitors' Center for a brochure. We are in the rock building with the green awning (58 South Main St., Sparta). Our foyer is always open and a brochure is always available.
>> Driving Loops: Brochures for three driving loops of the Alleghany countryside are available at the Alleghany Chamber of Commerce and Visitors' Center. Each loop is a about a leisurely hour's drive and includes information on historic points along the way. The Chamber office is in the rock building with the green awning (58 South Main St., Sparta). Our foyer is always open and a brochure is always available.
Check our calendar for upcoming events: On our website are listings for our Calendar. Check them often and let us know if your activity is not listed.
Executive Director Alleghany
Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 1237 Sparta, NC 28675
336-372-5473
SpartaChamber@inbox.com
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