MOUNTAIN HERITAGE THIS SATURDAY: Food, crafts, entertainment on 2 stages -- Wayne Henderson and Helen White, Priority Blue, Kelley and the Cowboys, Exit Up, Rise and Shine Band, Randy Absher, Jubilee Dancers, Pleasant Grove Singers, Foothill Cloggers, DV8, JAM spotlight, and Possum Queen Contest and crowning -- pony rides for kids, climbing wall for the adventurous, hay bale maze and more. Click for details. We are decorating the street with corn shucks and pumpkins Wednesday. Volunteer to help. Join us at the Chamber office, 58 South Main Street, at 5p. Also, we will be pre-marking Main Street on Thursday at 6p. This is your chance to play in the street! Many hands make the job go swiftly! 336-372-5473NOTE TO MAIN STREET MERCHANTS: Want to get more Mountain Heritage Festival visitors in your store? Grab their attention with something. A sign on the sidewalk saying "Free Advice," "Big Sale," anything. They'll be walking the sidewalk or street looking at the booths. Find a way to turn some heads.
Wednesday, September 14
GREAT ACTIVITIES TO DO ANYTIME
>> Alleghany Farmers' Market: Check the Alleghany Farmers Market Facebook page for information on upcoming vendors at the Thursday (3:30-5:30p) and Saturday (10a-2p) in front of the Farmers' Hardware Parking Lot.
CAN YOU SWIM? The Alleghany Wellness Center is looking for volunteer swim instructors to better utilize their pool program. They are offering free training to boot. For details call 336-372-2944 and ask for Ted or Linda. More information about what's happening at the Center in their September Newsletter. There are lots of new classes and program and a nice letter from Lucy Graybeal!
YOUR OPINION CAN WIN $$$: Appalachian District Health is seeking the opinions of local residents about how our health and safety can be improved. And those who participate will be entered in a drawing for 10 VISA gift cards worth $100 each! It's easy, just go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/W5WDFK8 and follow directions.
BILLBOARD SPACE AVAILABLE: The Chamber is looking for a partner for the billboard on US 21 South coming into town (just below WCOK). Our contract with Country Comfort Log Homes runs out at the end of October. We might even consider sub-leasing the entire space. This is the primo billboard on the main road coming into Sparta. Call 336-372-5473 or 336-200-2468 with your questions.
Happening Every Week: 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.
Weather permitting, there's lots to do in our community. Where provided, click on the links for more information.
Tai Chi classes begin at the Wellness Center with instructor Joe Ward. Learn this ancient art of movement and balance.
Plan a Fun Day at Backwoods Bean Coffee Shop.
Downtown Merchants: Sweep in front of your business before you leave. Main Street to be swept early Thursday.
Thursday, September 15
See the classic vehicles at the Cruise-In at JB's.
Enjoy a Free Family Evening Out at the luxurious River Country Estates Club House.
Your Will, Your Legacy is the title of this informative Lunch and Learn Program at the Alleghany Library.
Meeting of the Minds Readers Theater -- a follow up to the July program featuring President U. S. Grant, Marie Antoinette, Sir Thomas More, and Dr. Karl Mark -- will be presented at the Alleghany Senior Center (and repeated at the Library on Friday). This free program begins at 7p.
Friday & Saturday, September 16 & 17
Books and Friends is holding their semi-annual Store-Wide Half-Price Sale. Open 10a-5p, 35 North Main St. (That's right, half their usually low prices on books!)
Friday, September 16
The Ole Time Variety Show, an AMH fundraiser, will be held at the Sparta School Auditorium. You never know, you may see your doctor perform on stage.
Meeting of the Minds Readers Theater -- a follow up to the July program featuring President U. S. Grant, Marie Antoinette, Sir Thomas More, and Dr. Karl Mark -- will be presented at the Alleghany Library.
Saturday, September 17
It's Mountain Heritage Festival time again. Come down to Main Street and enjoy the entertainment, demonstrations, great food and craft. Artisans and food vendors: We still have a few spaces available! 336-372-5473
Come out for the juke-box favorites of Big Blues Beat at the Silver Dollar Music Park.
It's the last Lawn Mower Race of the Season at the Fairgrounds. The gates open at 2p and the racing begins at 5p. 336-372-5597 Ext. 231
David Parsons will be Serenading Diners at Nikolas in Roaring Gap. Why not come and enjoy great steaks, seafood and delicious pastas.
Sunday, September 18
Learn about Native Grasses at this free New River Park program.
Enjoy the Legacy of Rodgers & Hammerstein, songs from Broadway. A free concert at Sparta Presbyterian Church.
Monday, September 19
Learn How to Start a Business at WCC. This is a great program for budding entrepreneurs.
Tuesday, September 20
How to avoid violations when paying employees is a special WCC program for small businesses.
Lunch and Learn how to defend yourself with Sensei Mike Brown at Library.
Wednesday & Thursday, September 21 & 22
This free Fall Prevention Workshop is helpful to seniors and disabled.
Thursday, September 22
North Carolina Cooperative Extension will lead a Specialty Crops Field Day on Producing Specialty Vegetable Crops for Winter Harvests in the High Country region using High Tunnels and other season extension strategies.
Come enjoy a special music Deck the Halls at the Library.
Too few customers? Have we got the program just for you!
Chris Davis will demonstrate Faux Finishes at the free presentation.
Saturday, September 24
The Wellness Center begins classes in Holy Yoga, a gentler form of the body stretching program.
Big Blue Beat is entertaining for the Hospice Hop Benefit.
Those trucks with big tires are Slinging Mud at the Fairgrounds.
Experience Pain Management and Stress Reduction through Alternative Medicine in this program at the Wellness Center.
Sunday, September 25
Come to New River State Park to for Slithering Scales, a program on snakes.
Monday, September 26
Give the gift of life, Donate Blood.
Tuesday, September 27
Entrepreneurs have the ability to stay positive, productive and effective, no matter what the circumstances! They exhibit the traits of character that enhance success including openness to change, resiliency, emotional stability/intelligence, accepting of constructive criticism and rejection, and the capacity to handle adversity. They do not allow themselves to be victimized by circumstances and exhibit extraordinary self-control. Learn how to develop these qualities in yourself at "Becoming the Totally Responsible Entrepreneur," a free program in Winston-Salem at Piedmont Triad Community Research Center Auditorium.
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
>> 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
ACTV SPECIALS
>> Alleghany Jubilee on TV: Every Thursday at 7p on Alleghany CableVision channel 50 and Skybest cable channel 21.
>> Alleghany Memories: Interviews with long-time Alleghany residents recalling local history Every Thursday at 8p on Alleghany CableVision channel 50 and Skybest cable channel 21.
GREAT ACTIVITIES TO DO ANYTIME
>> Alleghany Farmers' Market: Check the Alleghany Farmers Market Facebook page for information on upcoming vendors at the Thursday (3:30-5:30p) and Saturday (10a-2p) in front of the Farmers' Hardware Parking Lot.
>>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.
>>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.
>> Veterans' Morning Coffee at the VFW: The VFW hosts an informal coffee just for veterans every Wednesday from 8:30-11 a.m. Click to learn more.
Check 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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Executive Director
Alleghany Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 1237 Sparta, NC 28675
336-372-5473
Director@Sparta-NC.com
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