NOTHING HAPPENING?
Someone complained to me there was nothing happening in our neck of the woods this weekend. There's plenty happening. The Corn Maze is open all week. The studio tour is this weekend. There's live music with dinner at Nikolas in Roaring Gap on Friday. Live music all weekend in Laurel Springs. The Hillbilly Comedy Show will fill Sparta School Auditorium Saturday. Triple E Stables is having their big motorcycle poker ride. Nothing happening? And the leaves will be gorgeous. Details below.
OPEN HOUSE/BUSINESS AFTER HOURS: Join friends and co-workers for a look at this restored farmhouse and acrerage on Thursday, October 14, 3-7p. See an architectural showpiece on 10 acres with a lake and so many amenities. Enjoy live music, wine, cheese, hor d'oeuvres and grilled hot dogs. Located at 23 Millards Way, sponsored by Miles Realty. Take Chestnut Grove Church Road from US 21 for 2 miles and turn right at Millards Way. For more information, call 336-372-5646 or the Chamber 336-372-5473.
Build your Financial Literacy TONIGHT:
The State Employees’ Credit Union in conjunction with Wilkes Community College is sponsoring an Adult Financial Literacy Class October 12, 19 and 26, 6-8 pm. Oct. 12 and 19 will cover financial planning, budgeting, insurance and general banking. October 26 will cover retirement planning, investments, 401K’s and Social Security. The classes are free and will be held at the Community College at 115 Atwood St in Sparta. If interested, please call 372-7815 to reserve your seat. Seating is limited for these classes.
Since this campaign started last week, the Wellness Center has advanced from somewhere back in the pack of vote-getters at number 382 to in the top 82 -- that's advancing 300 places. KEEP IT UP ALLEGHANY. We want to be number 1. Please follow the link below and vote (email me if you have problems with the link):
http://www.refresheverything.com/raisetheroof
But don't stop there. We are a small county competing with much larger communities. We have to work harder. Tell your friends. Post this to your Facebook page. Tell your friends to vote for our Wellness Center roof. Tell them to tell their friends. It's the only way to make this happen.
TRUNK OR TREAT: Halloween is just around the corner and that means our big celebration in Crouse Park Sunday, October, 31, 4-6p. There'll be trunk or treating, costume and vehicle decor' contests, food, games and music. Adults can take part in the fun too, dress up your trunk for the festivities, add some candy and you're ready to go! To register for Trunk or Treat, call the Chamber office at 336-372-5473.
For details on the events below, click the links.
Tuesday, Oct. 12 through Thursday, Oct. 14
Need something for your kids to do while they are out of school? Get them lost at Fodder Trot Trail. The corn maze will be open during the week from 2p until dark as well as their regular hours on the weekend.
Thursday, Oct. 14
Find out what it takes to start a new business, how to finance your business and the advantages and disadvantages of a franchise at the High Country SCORE Workshop.
Ranger Amanda Sheahan will be telling the story of the Songcatchers at the Alleghany County Library.
Don't forget the Business After Hours and Open House to show off this restored piece of local architecture on 10 acres and a pond. Wine and cheese, grilled hot dogs and more.
Saturday, Oct. 16
Come for a laugh at the Hillbilly Comedy Show at the Sparta School Auditorium.
Enjoy the wines from several vineyards in the Yadkin Valley region at the Roving the Vine Vineyard Tours.
Support a good cause with a day of motorcycling, good food and great fun with the Triple E Stables Poker Run.
Friday, Oct. 15 through Sunday, Oct. 17
Come celebrate the creativity of local artists and craftspeople on the NC Mountain Arts Adventure Studio Tour.
Come celebrate the creativity of local artists and craftspeople on the NC Mountain Arts Adventure Studio Tour.
Friday, Oct. 15, and Saturday, Oct. 16
Sidewalk Sale in Roaring Gap. Stop by Blue Ridge Emporium and Studio Redwood for this last sale of the season, between 10 a and 5 p.
Friday, Oct. 15
Stephen Dillard and Dan Lohr will entertain with their special blend of country and Southern rock at Nikolas Restaurant in Roaring Gap.
Come for a laugh at the Hillbilly Comedy Show at the Sparta School Auditorium.
Enjoy the wines from several vineyards in the Yadkin Valley region at the Roving the Vine Vineyard Tours.
Support a good cause with a day of motorcycling, good food and great fun with the Triple E Stables Poker Run.
Saturday, Oct. 23
Run for Gracie to help pave the track in Piney Creek.
Separate myth from fact at this New River State Park program on bats.
$500 top prize in Cow Patty Bingo at Fodder Stack Trail.
Learn about the black bear at this New River State Park program.
Sunday, Oct. 24
Hear two big names in contemporary Christian music, Big Daddy Weave and Aaron Schust at Cornerstone Christian Fellowship.
Special program for kids about what to do if you get lost in the woods at New River State Park.
LITTLE RIVER GALLERY DISPLAY AT LIBRARY: The artisans of the Little River Gallery in Sparta will be displaying their art at the Alleghany County Library for the month of October beginning Monday, Oct. 4. Drop by Monday through Saturday to see the creativity of these talented local artists. 336-372-5573
HURRY TO GEM VALLEY: If you're hoping to do any more prospecting this year, you better hurry over to the Gem Valley, the area's gem mining headquarters. Saturday, Oct. 16, is their last day this season. They are open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and are located 2.5 miles off NC 88 on Little Peak Creek Road. The folks at Gem Valley thank everyone who has helped make this such a great year and they hope to see everyone back next year. 336-982-5177
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 (Note closed Oct. 16 for the Hillbilly Comedy Show). 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. 336-372-5473
>> 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 Alleghany Chamber of Commerce and Visitors' Center for a brochure. We are in the rock building with the green awning (58 South Main Street, 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 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 Street, 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. 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
PO Box 1237 Sparta, NC 28675
336-372-5473
Director@Sparta-NC.com
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LITTLE RIVER GALLERY DISPLAY AT LIBRARY: The artisans of the Little River Gallery in Sparta will be displaying their art at the Alleghany County Library for the month of October beginning Monday, Oct. 4. Drop by Monday through Saturday to see the creativity of these talented local artists. 336-372-5573
HURRY TO GEM VALLEY: If you're hoping to do any more prospecting this year, you better hurry over to the Gem Valley, the area's gem mining headquarters. Saturday, Oct. 16, is their last day this season. They are open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and are located 2.5 miles off NC 88 on Little Peak Creek Road. The folks at Gem Valley thank everyone who has helped make this such a great year and they hope to see everyone back next year. 336-982-5177
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 (Note closed Oct. 16 for the Hillbilly Comedy Show). 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. 336-372-5473
>> 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 Alleghany Chamber of Commerce and Visitors' Center for a brochure. We are in the rock building with the green awning (58 South Main Street, 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 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 Street, 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. 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
PO Box 1237 Sparta, NC 28675
336-372-5473
Director@Sparta-NC.com
Sparta-NC.com
This email is a weekly update of news and information from your Chamber of Commerce. If you would prefer not to receive this communication, please just send a return email to Director@Sparta-NC.com with the words Unsubscribe in the subject line, and we will remove you from the distribution list.
