ARTISTS' SPOTLIGHT: MOUNTAIN ART ADVENTUREEach 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.
POST YOUR ANNOUNCEMENT TO OUR FACEBOOK PAGE
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?
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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
Check the following upcoming courses at the Alleghany campus of Wilkes Community College for small businesses and eager entrepreneurs. Classes are free unless otherwise noted. Call 336-372-5061, ext. 230 to learn more or reserve a seat.
Is Your Business Being RIPPED OFF By Fraud: Sam Welch, a loss and prevention specialist with Lowes Food and 30 years investigative experience, will lead the free program for area business-people. Banking and law enforcement officials also on hand. 8a Alleghany Inn Conference room. Cosponsored by Wilkes Community College and Alleghany Chamber. Call 336-372-5061, ext. 230 to learn more or reserve a seat (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED: Reserve you seat by Monday, June 20)
Brand Marketing for Small Business: Tuesday, July 27, 6-9p. (Note this is a new, later date. More time to sign up!) Learn how to better get you message to the public from a marketing expert. No charge to attend, but reservations recommended. 336-372-5061 ext. 230
The Hot Pickers Summit: Wayne Henderson and his hot-picking friends will be playing at the Blue Ridge Music Center. 7p
SUNDAY, JUNE 20
Bid Farewell to the Davis Bourne Inn: I'm sad to report that Sunday brunch at the Journey's End Restaurant at the Davis Bourne will be the last meal served by Taphne Taylor and her staff. The bed and breakfast rooms close the end of the week. A meal at the Davis Bourne Inn promised a menu selection rare for our community, good service and an air of gentility that has been lost to most of us in our race-here, race-there wired-up lives. From the emails and conversations I've had with Ms. Taylor, I know how hard she has worked. She may be the hardest working woman in Virginia and North Carolina. It is sad. Plan to be there to wish everyone well and enjoy it one last time. 11a-2p. Reservations always appreciated. 276-773-9384
Salamander Ramble: Be prepared to get muddy in this program at New River State Park. 2p
TUESDAY, JUNE 22
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. TIME TO REGISTER IS SHORT. THIS IS LOW HANGING FRUIT. DON'T PASS THIS UP. The $20 registration includes lunch. If you can't come all day, come just for the morning. 336-401-8393 mccannb@co.surry.nc.us
Big, Bang, Boom: Great free music program for kids of all ages at the Alleghany Library. 3:30p
THURSDAY, JUNE 24
Critters and Music: Special New River Park program for kids as we sing along to learn about animals. 10:30a.
Blue Ridge Parkway History and People: Free program at Alleghany Library by the Parkway's director of interpretive services. 6:30p
SUNDAY, JUNE 27
Join Park Rangers at the US 221 Visitor Center for this 2-hour float down the Wild and Scenic New River 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
ART IN THE PARK, NEW RIVER PARK!
Stop by the New River State Park’s US Hwy 221 Visitor Center Saturday, July 3, as award winning basket weaver, Toy Pratt, shows how a basket takes shape. The program is free. 336-982-2587
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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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