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Remember the Blue Ridge Parkway's 75th Anniversary celebration, held September 10 through 12 at Cumberland Knob and the Blue Ridge Music Center? Of course you do and our Parkway friends who helped plan that event would like for you to respond to a brief survey. The survey is online, it is quick and it is easy and anonymous. Why not take the survey right now!
What is John Kilmartin doing? If you had attended last Thursday's Chamber Business After Hours at Touch of Grace and Mustard Seed Cafe you'd know what all the fun was about. And to really top off the evening you should have started out at Alleghany Memorial Hospital's Open House to kick off their 60th anniversary. Both events were well attended and a lot of fun. Sorry if you missed it but pictures are available on the Chamber's Facebook page. Check them out.
REAL TREES ARE BEST: Up in our neck of the woods we've been preaching that real trees are better for the environment for years. The word has finally made it up to New York City. Check out this article and video on the NY Times and next time someone says real trees don't benefit the environment, give them the facts.
TAKE WCC SURVEY, WIN MERLEFEST TICKETS: Wilkes Community College is looking from input from employers of some of their recent graduates. The survey is short and some responder is going to win MerleFest tickets. Check it out.
NW REGIONAL LIBRARY PHOTO CONTEST: The Northwestern Regional Library is accepting entries into its 2011 Traveling Photography Contest through Feb. 18. The contest is open to all registered patrons of the member libraries of the Northwestern Regional Library system, except for anyone whose primary source of income is photography. You may become a registered patron at the time of entry at any participating library. Winners will be announced at a reception March 8, at 6:45 pm at the Charles H. Stone Memorial Library, 319 West Main Street, Pilot Mountain. Contact the Alleghany Library, a part of the Northwestern Regional Library, for entry forms and further information. 336-372-5573
Weather permitting, there's still lots to do in our community. Where provided, click on the links for more information.
BEGINNING FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 11
5 Courses of Love Menu Specials at Nikolas Restaurant in Roaring Gap, Friday, Saturday and Valentine's Monday. For the price of the main entree of your choice, receive a 5-course meal!
Special meal for that special couple. Enjoy five courses and a choice of entrees at the historic Davis-Bourne Inn in Independence, Va. Friday, Saturday and Valentine's Monday. Add to the romance and spend the night.
Music on the Mountain Weekend at Laurel Ridge Moravian Camp. Come to Laurel Springs for this special music weekend retreat Friday through Sunday.
For a Taste of Music on the Mountain, the Mountain Laurel Moravian Fellowship will feature the Moravian Band and Choral Music from the weekend retreat at their 11 a.m. Sunday service in Transou United Methodist Church, on NC 88, 2.7 miles from the intersection with NC 18. Call 336-846-7038 or 336-657-3032 for details.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 14, Valentine's Day
Studio Redwood is excited about its Winter/Spring 2011 Studio Art Classes. These classes will inspire children and adults of all skill levels and many interests. Explore painting, drawing, mixed media, collage and more beginning the week of Feb 14th. Click to learn more and then call to reserve your space. Class sizes limited. Sparta location TBD Chris Davis 336.372.7111 or redwood@skybest.com
Make her feel like a queen. Treat her to the specials at Hair Gallery 21 and Skintastic!
Registration deadline for Christmas Tree Marketing Workshop in Boone. Workshop held Friday, Feb. 18.
Deadline for Wellness Center Ninja Camp Weekend Registration. The camp is held Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 19-20.
Saturday, Feb. 19
Join a New River Park Ranger at the US Hwy 221 Access Visitor Center to learn about birds and their homes. Great program for all ages.
Join a New River Park Ranger in witnessing the spectacular sky-dance as the male woodcock tries to impress the on-looking females in the romantic light of dusk.
Be inspired by the Mwangaza Children's Choir, a group of 20 spirited and talented children, ages 9-14, who represent the orphaned and poverty-stricken youth of Uganda. Concert held at Cornerstone Christian Fellowship.
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. 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
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.
>> Alleghany Historical Museum is open Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Stop by to experience local history and to see the new displays, 7 North Main Street, Sparta.
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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