Wednesday, September 15, 2010

MOUNTAIN HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Sparta's big Main Street festival is this Saturday and the weatherman is being kind and forecasting perfect weather -- clear with a high of 78! Can life get much better than that? The festival runs from 10a to at 4:30p and Main Street is full from Doughton Street to Memorial Park Drive with crafts, food, and demonstrators.
Main Stage entertainment includes:
10:00 AM Youth Showcase featuring our Junior Appalachian Musicians
11
:00
AM Wayne Henderson and Helen White
11:45 AM Foothill Cloggers
12:00 N JAM Youth Showcase continues
12:30 PM Foothill Cloggers
1:00 PM Alleghany Moon
2:00 PM Slate Mountain Ramblers
3:00 PM Alleghany Moon
4:00 PM Possum Queen competition (in Alleghany Jubilee)

South Gospel Stage includes:
11:00 AM Randy Absher
11:
45 PM Moore Praise
12:50 PM Priority Blue
2:00 PM Exit Up

There will be hayrides from the Sparta Garden Center throughout the day. A climbing wall will be at the parking lot north of First Baptist Church. And there is more going on that weekend: A Variety Show at Sparta School Auditorium Friday, the Visions Band is playing at the Dollar Saturday. The Corn Maze is open all weekend. Lots to do in Alleghany County and Sparta NC!

HEALTH CARE LAW EXPLAINED: Wilkes Community College is offering a seminar on how the new health care law will affect business Thursday, Sept. 23, 6-9p. This is a FREE seminar that impacts every employer. Call 336-372-5061 ext. 230 to reserve your seat.

Friday and Saturday, Sept. 17-18
Books 'N Friends half price book sale.

Friday, Sept. 17
Variety Music and Comedy Show at Sparta School Auditorium.

Saturday, Sept. 18
Mountain Heritage Festival on the Main Street of Sparta's Old Downtown.

Visions Band at the Silver Dollar.

New River State Park on grass and river ecology.

Sunday, Sept. 19
Great program for kids on map reading and orienteering at New River State Park.

Thursday, Sept. 23
This free seminar tell how the new health-care law affects your businsess.

Amazing leather craft demonstrated by Alleghany Art Guild.

Saturday, Sept. 25
Lisa DeMilo sings at this special program at Sparta Presbyterian Church.

Monday, Sept. 27
Concrete leaf castings are a wonderful way to add natural and organic elements to yard, patio or outdoor areas. Learn how to use it to enhance your landscaping.

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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 Bamberg
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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