You haven't had Sunday dinner until you've enjoyed the great Southern cooking at the Silverspoon Supper Club at the Silver Dollar Music Park, 214 Glade Valley Church Road, 11:30a-3p each Sunday. And they are open for supper at 6p before scheduled entertainment at the Dollar. Check out their menu and check out their schedule (Four-Wheel Drive is playing this Friday! The Rotary draw-down is Saturday and I have a ticket or two left!) then make your plans for some good eating. 336-372-6874
Each week we spotlight Chamber members. To be featured, send a 50-word description to director@sparta-nc.com. I'll feature them in the order received.
FACEBOOK
FRIENDS: CHECK OUT THE VIDEOS
We've added a link to some recently posted videos on Facebook. Do you know the lady to the left? Find out what she has to say in the first video and see who you recognize in all the clips. We've got music video, flashing lights and even a leisurely drive down the Blue Ridge Parkway Find us at Sparta-NC.com/facebook. (You don't have a facebook account? Sign up and find out what your friends are saying! Or you can also see the videos by following this link.)
HELP A KID WITH LUNCH
The Alleghany Ministerium (ministerial association) is raising money to buy breakfast and lunch for 250 children between the ages of 2 and 13 who would likely go hungry during the month of July. For just $60, you can buy 2 meals a day for the entire month. Call 336-372-4441 or 336-657-8424 for details.
GET NOTICED: MEMORIAL WEEKEND EXPO
In cooperation with the Village Park Business Center and the Blue Ridge Business Development Center, we are co-sponsoring a Business and Tourism Expo Memorial Day weekend at Village Park (former Charleston Forge plant). This is a chance to show off your business to area residents and to visitors to the area. Click to learn more. Look for more information in the coming weeks. Get a head start. Print this online registration form and return with $10 fee. 336-372-5473 or 336-372-1525
FRIENDS: CHECK OUT THE VIDEOSWe've added a link to some recently posted videos on Facebook. Do you know the lady to the left? Find out what she has to say in the first video and see who you recognize in all the clips. We've got music video, flashing lights and even a leisurely drive down the Blue Ridge Parkway Find us at Sparta-NC.com/facebook. (You don't have a facebook account? Sign up and find out what your friends are saying! Or you can also see the videos by following this link.)
HELP A KID WITH LUNCH
The Alleghany Ministerium (ministerial association) is raising money to buy breakfast and lunch for 250 children between the ages of 2 and 13 who would likely go hungry during the month of July. For just $60, you can buy 2 meals a day for the entire month. Call 336-372-4441 or 336-657-8424 for details.
GET NOTICED: MEMORIAL WEEKEND EXPO
In cooperation with the Village Park Business Center and the Blue Ridge Business Development Center, we are co-sponsoring a Business and Tourism Expo Memorial Day weekend at Village Park (former Charleston Forge plant). This is a chance to show off your business to area residents and to visitors to the area. Click to learn more. Look for more information in the coming weeks. Get a head start. Print this online registration form and return with $10 fee. 336-372-5473 or 336-372-1525
FREE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
Check the following upcoming courses at the Alleghany campus of Wilkes Community College for small businesses and eager entrepreneurs. All are free unless otherwise noted. Call 336-372-5061, ext. 230 to learn more or reserve a seat.
Ebay - Beyond the Basics: Monday, May 3, 6-9p. Yes, you've sold one or two items on Ebay. Now learn how to make some real money. Great course for individuals and small businesses who want to sell online.
Basics of a Home-Based Business: Thursday, May 13, 6-9p. What does it take to turn your home into your workplace? Sign up to find out.
MUSIC HELPS TELL AFRICA STORY
This presentation by Obakunle Akinlana Thursday, April 29, at 6:30p, includes authentic artifacts, language, history, and African cultural orientation. Live drumming brings alive the program to make it both entertaining and educational. Everyone from children to senior citizens will enjoy this program. This program is sponsored by the Alleghany Arts Council with partial funding by a NC Arts Council Grassroots Grant. 336-372-5573
JAM ENTERTAINS AT FOUNDATION DINNER
An Evening with Alleghany JAM at Laurel Ridge Camp & Conference Center will be held Thursday, April 29, at 6:30p. Tickets are $25 per person and include a delicious dinner featuring a Moravian chicken pie and great entertainment by these young musicians. Please contact Debbi Shelburn for tickets or more information 336-363-9473. All proceeds benefit the Alleghany County Community Foundation.
MOTLEY'S BBQ IS BACK
Stephanie Newman, step-daughter/daughter to Motley's founder, Eddie and Becky Motley, and her husband, Tim, are re-opening this famous barbecue restaurant at the intersection of US 221 and NC 113 in downtown Scottville Friday, May 30, at 4p. Open Thursdays through Sundays. Pay Motley's a visit. Stephanie says she has the secret recipe passed down through the family to make the dynamite barbecue. 336-359-2191
WELLNESS RUMMAGE SALE: BARGAINS GALORE
The Alleghany Wellness Center Rummage Sale begins at 7a, Saturday, May 1. Don't be late. The bargains will be gone. The Wellness Center is accepting donations through Friday. Do yourself a favor. Admit that you are not going to use that Bowflex gathering dust in the basement. Donate it to this worthy event and then sign up for a membership and join one of Ted's classes. 336-372-2944
FIBER EXHIBIT OPENS AT LIBRARY
"Today's Mountain Woman" fiber exhibit opens at the Alleghany Library, Saturday, May 1, and continues through the month of May. Demonstrations every Saturday and a reception for the artists and public, Friday, May 7, 5:30-7p. 336-372-5573
ROCKHOUNDS: GEM VALLEY OPENS SAT!
Gem Valley, gem mining and gift shop, opens for the season this Saturday, May 1, 9a-4p, and will be open Thursdays through Mondays (closed Tuesday and Wednesday). Located at 2489 Little Peak Creek Road (off NC 88 just beyond Jerry's Midway Market). Pay them a visit. When panning for gems there is no telling what treasure you may find. Learn more at their website. 336-982-5177
ROTARY DRAW-DOWN AT THE DOLLAR
The Alleghany Rotary Club's big annual fund-raiser to benefit local charities is this Saturday, May 1, at 6p at the Silver Dollar Music Park. And the grand prize to be given away is $5,000! Tickets are $100 and include a sumptuous meal for two from the Dollar's own Silverspoon Supper Club (And I have a few tickets left: 336-200-2468).
CROOKED ROAD RAMBLERS AT THE LIBRARY
The Crooked Road Ramblers play old-time music In the style of their parents, grandparents, and cousins, Monday, May 3, at the Alleghany Library beginning at 6:30p. Members include Kilby Spencer on fiddle; Amanda Spencer, banjo; John Perry, guitar; Donald Hill, guitar and vocals; and Karen Carr, bass and vocals. There is no charge for this program. Partial funding from an NC Arts Council Grassroots Grant. 336-372-5573
COMING EVENTS
Studio Redwood: Season Opening Sale, Friday, May 7 (4-7p), and Saturday (9a-2p). 10% off. 10436 US 21 S, Roaring Gap. 336-372-7111
Rock N Roll: 4-Wheel Drive at the Silver Dollar on Friday, May 7. 336-372-6874
Big Daddy Love: The up-and-coming band headlines at this Partnership For Children fundraiser at the Silver Dollar Saturday, May 8. JAM opens for Big Daddy. $12 each, 2 for $20. 336-372-2846
Lawn Mower Race: The first big race of the season Saturday, May 8, 5p at the County Fairgrounds. $6.
Second Sunday Mission Meal: Sparta United Methodist, 12n, May 9. Donations appreciated. 336-372-4441
Second Sunday Lunch: Laurel Ridge Moravian Camp, Laurel Springs. Good food on the mountain top. 336-359-2951
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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
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.
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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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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