Pictures? Do we have pictures!Over 200 pictures from last weekend's July 4 activities are on the Chamber's Facebook page. We have more parade pictures than you can shake a stick at. Big Daddy Love concert photos. Fireworks photos. Find out which of your friends were snapped and tag them. They'll get a kick out of it and you may find your own mug in there somewhere. Check out our Facebook page or forever hold you peace. Please, feel free to comment on postings and if your organization is sponsoring an activity, POST THAT ACTIVITY. IT'S FREE ADVERTISING!
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.
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 your message to the public from a marketing expert. No charge to attend, but reservations recommended. 336-372-5061 ext. 230
THURSDAY, JULY 8
Nature Walk & Scavenger Hunt: Meet at the New River State Park Visitor's Center, US 221 Access, for a short hike and scavenger hunt. 336-982-2587
SATURDAY, JULY 10
Enjoy a Fern Hike: Meet a ranger at 2p at the Wagoner Road Access (off NC 88) for New River State Park for a one mile hike along the Fern Nature Trail. 336-982-2587
Shagging in the Park: CANCELED. Sorry, this activity just never came together.
SUNDAY, JULY 11
Guided Canoe Trip: Join Park Rangers at the US 221 Visitor Center of New River State Park 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
TUESDAY, JULY 13
Catch the Wave at the Library: Come learn about science and water with Marcey Walsh at 3:30p at the Alleghany County Library. This is part of the Library's Summer Reading Program for pre-teens. Parents and other interested parties are always welcome. 336-372-5573
WEDNESDAY, JULY 14
Last Day for Art Class Registration: Children's art classes, Ages 5~10. Learn to draw. Aug. 2, 3, 4 at 10-11:30 a. Location TBA $50 includes supplies. Also ask about Introduction to Furniture Finishes. 336.372.7111 redwood@skybest.com studio redwood.com
FRIDAY - SATURDAY, JULY 16-17
Alleghany Fiddlers Convention: 5p Friday; 10a Saturday. $6 Friday, $7 Saturday, $10 both days. Under 12 free. County Fairgrounds. AlleghanyFiddlers.com 336-372-8809
SATURDAY, JULY 17
Dana Poker Run at Stations Inn: Registration begins at 8:30a. First Bike Out - 9:00- 9:30a. $25 single rider/$35 rider w/passenger. Lunch included. Stations Inn in downtown Laurel Springs. 336-359-2888
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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.
>> Saturday Farmers' Market: Stop by the corner of US 21 South and Grandview Drive on Saturdays, 8a to 1p for locally produced foods and crafts and a warm welcome from the local vendors there. 336-200-2273
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 BambergExecutive Director Alleghany
Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 1237 Sparta, NC 28675
336-372-5473
SpartaChamber@inbox.com
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