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We have a Facebook page (sparta-nc.com/facebook) and I invite you to post your event notice or announcement to it. Of course, you have to sign up for Facebook but this is FREE advertising! You can post a picture, link to a Web page, etc. Did I mention it's FREE advertising?
DID YOU MISS IT? PARKWAY ON TODAY!
There was a nice segment on the Today Show about the parkway. If you missed it, check it out here.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
CILANTRO'S ADDS FRIDAY RIBS, BOAR'S HEAD
Cilantro's by Odi has added ribs on Fridays (call 336-372-4050 to reserve your order, they sell out quickly) and Boar's Head meat for purchase. Check their menu for other sandwiches, paninis, smoothies and more. Take out window in the back of the former Senator's House.
SWEET TREATS AT STUDIO REDWOOD
At one time, Chris Davis, proprietor of Studio Redwood, 10436 US 21 South in Roaring Gap, operated Bear Creek Bakery and Desserts. She is reintroducing her line of baked breads and sweet treats. Open Fridays noon to 5p, Saturdays 9a-noon or by appointment. 336-372-7111
TENNESSEE GREEN AT THE DOLLAR
Tennessee Green will be playing May 21, Friday night, at the Silver Dollar Music Park. The music starts around 8p. Cover charge is still only $7. Come early and hungry for the B-B-Q Buffet. Have you tried Bob’s B-B-Q yet? You wont be disappointed. Buffet will open around 6:30 p, only $7.95 and includes tea/coffee and dessert.
FIBER GUILD DISPLAY AT THE LIBRARY
The handiwork of talented women is on display the month of May at the Alleghany Library. Join fiber artists for a dyeing and spinning demonstration. This is a free demonstration for folks age 4 to 104, Saturday, May 22, from 9a-12n. And every Saturday in May one of the artists will be demonstrating at the library. 336-372-5573
ALLEGHANY JAMFEST
Hear great old time and bluegrass music at Silver Dollar Music Park on Saturday, May 22, 5-7:30p. Admission is only $5 for this Junior Appalachian Musicians fundraiser. Music by Mac Snow and the Round Peak Ramblers, Elizabeth LaPrelle and of course our own JAM stars. Silent auction items include dinner for two at the River House, Mangum Pottery, instruments and more. 336-372-5266
BASKETBALL TO SUPPORT VOTING
Alleghany Kids Voting, a local effort to encourage youngsters to become voters when they are of age, is holding a basketball fundraiser, Sunday, May 23, at 3p in the old AHS Gym. For $3, see the kids play local leaders (My bet is on the kids). Half-time chance to shoot and win $50. Tickets available at Board of Elections. 336-372-4557
GIVE BLOOD, THE GIFT OF LIFE
The Red Cross bloodmobile will be at Sparta United Methodist Church Monday, May 24, from 9:30a-2p. Plan to be there. Your donation of a pint of blood could save a life. 336-372-4441
BEACH PARTY IN SPARTA!
Join your friends at Touch of Grace in the Smithey's building for a Vera Bradley Beach Party, Tuesday, May 25, 5-7p. Games, door prizes, a fashion show, food and a Vera Bradley representative will be on hand. 336-372-5551
ALLEGHANY TRAILBLAZERS GOLF TOURNAMENT
Alleghany Trail Blazers is a non-profit organization reaching out and providing life changing experiences through the use of therapeutic horseback riding to mentally and physically disabled individuals. You can be a part of their valuable work by participating in their golf tournament at High Meadows Wednesday, May 26. Invite your boss to join you for an enjoyable time on one of the area's premier courses. (Maybe he won't even notice your getting the day off!) Click for details.
LEARN WHY "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
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
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) Saturday-Monday, May 29-31. 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. Call 336-372-5473 or 336-372-1525 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
VFW POST 7034 CEREMONY
Show your patriotism on Monday, May 31, at 1p on the Alleghany Courthouse lawn for the VFW Memorial Day remembrance.
DROP BY FOR COFFEE
We usually have a pot of coffee on in the morning and we are currently drinking Pasley's Kenyan Coffee, an African coffee. If you are in town, drop by and we'd be glad to pour you a cup. I think you'll like it. Great website too. Check them out at PasleysCoffee.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
Sparta-NC.com
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