NEW MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Maybe this should be titled, spotlight on an old member who has returned. The cafe at Twin Oaks General Store has returned to its roots. Scenes from Twin Oaks from days past decorate the walls and the menu features daily specials that home folks love. Every Tuesday chicken and dumplings is the special. The serving is generous and the taste is oh so good! You can fill up your vehicle's tank and your own tank at the same location. The Cafe is open 6a to 2p Monday through Saturday. They are closed Sunday (but the store is open). Thanksgiving day they are open 6-10a serving breakfast. 336-372-5470
FURNITURE & COMFORT FOR SALE: Is Mike Ward of the Village Emporium lying down on the job? No he's just demonstrating one of the comfortable recliners in the ground floor home furnishings store of the Emporium in Trojan Village Shopping Center. They have sofas, recliners, tables, mattresses, and more Who says you can't buy value-priced new furniture right here in Sparta? Not any more. Stop by and see the selection. Who wouldn't like to relax after a hard morning of opening Christmas gifts. I think you will be impressed. 336-372-2247
MEALS & MEMORIES SECOND PRINTING: This popular cookbook, lauded by Our State Magazine in their August 2011 issue, is once again available. "For the variety of recipes alone, Meals & Memories would have been a good seller," said the Magazine. "But knowing the cookbook also supports High Country Hospice of Alleghany County (makes) it a must-have for many. Through stories and photographs, (it) preserves memories of people whom Hospice has served as well as volunteers who share their time and talents with the organization." The books are $20 each or 2 for $35 and make wonderful Christmas gifts. Please call 336-372-8018 if you have any questions. Purchases may be made at the Sparta Hospice office, River Rock Grill, Seasons, Twin Oaks Grocery, Medi-Home Care and Freeborne's in Laurel Springs.
COUNTRY COMFORT HOMES and OLD RIVER CLUB are having a “get acquainted” event for you to see the community and some of the houses that exemplify the quality of construction at The Olde River Club on Friday, Nov. 18, 3-5p. This is not a “sales event”. Everyone knows the current state of real estate sales. However, as conditions get better you will know what Country Comfort Homes and The Olde River Club have to offer when talking to folks about having a home in Alleghany, so please come by and visit. Hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be available in three open houses. At each home and at one of the lot viewing stands there will be a bowl for your business card. As a token of appreciation for coming out, at the end of the event, all the bowls will be combined and there will be two drawings. Second prize is $250 and first prize is $500.Please RSVP via an email to pete@CountryComfortHomes.com by Wednesday, November 16, so that the prepartion of adequate food can be made. Click for directions.COLOR KANGA AND WIN A PRIZE: Dogs by Debbie's professional groomer, Debbie Goldstien, is holding a children's coloring contest for youngsters 4 through 11. Just pick up an entry drawing of Kanga at one of the elementary schools and color away. Two categories -- 4 to 6 years and 7 to 11 -- compete for $20 cash first prize and $10 second prize. The grand prize winner recieves a $50 gift card, one free grooming session for a family pet, five tickets to the Magic Show in Sparta, and a pawtographed photo of the winner with the contest host, Kanga. Entries can be deposited at the elementary schools and must be submitted by Dec. 20, 2011, at 6 p. Winning entries will be displayed at local buisnesses. 336-372-2039
A NEW BLOG: Last week's Quick Editorial was anything but a quick read. In the future to keep the opinions from making this way too long I've revised the old Chamber Views title for a new blog for the editorial (Opinion writing is in my blood). However, I'll always preview the editorial here with a link to the new blog that opens in a new window. The new blog is open to comments, so let me know what you think.
QUICK EDITORIAL: Many of you had this forwarded to you email box, but it is worth repeating.
As the holidays approach, the giant Asian factories are kicking into high gear to provide Americans with monstrous piles of cheaply produced goods -- merchandise that has been produced at the expense of American labor. This year can be different. This year Americans can give the gift of genuine concern for other Americans. There is no longer an excuse that, at gift giving time, nothing can be found that is produced by American hands. Yes there is! Click for the rest of the story (opens in new window)
HAPPENING EVERY WEEK: Alleghany Memories: Interviews with long-time Alleghany residents recalling local history Every Thursday at 8p on Alleghany CableVision Channel 98 (formerly Channel 50) and Skybest cable channel 21.
Monday, November 14Become a EBay pro. Learn to open your own store.
Tuesday-Thursday, November 15-17
Taking the High Road: Parkway workshop
Wednesday-Thursday, November 16-17
Friday, November 25
Monday, November 28
AREA MUSIC/ENTERTAINMENT
ACTV SPECIALS
GREAT ACTIVITIES TO DO ANYTIME
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Tuesday-Thursday, November 15-17
Taking the High Road: Parkway workshop
Wednesday-Thursday, November 16-17
Wednesday, November 16
Hear the Dollars and Sense of Protecting Community Character, a presentation by Ed McMahon, in Galax.
Thursday, November 17
Enjoy a Family Evening Out at the Club House of River Country Estates.
Learn how to Find and Download Entertainment from the Web.
Thursday, November 17
Enjoy a Family Evening Out at the Club House of River Country Estates.
Learn how to Find and Download Entertainment from the Web.
Friday, November 18
Open House at Old River Club and Country Comfort Homes. Hors d’oeuvres and drawing!
You can be on TV at the Jubilee. Join the crowd as they tape their Special Christmas Show.
Come hear David Parsons entertain with his country sounds as you enjoy dinner at Nikolas.
Open House at Old River Club and Country Comfort Homes. Hors d’oeuvres and drawing!
You can be on TV at the Jubilee. Join the crowd as they tape their Special Christmas Show.
Come hear David Parsons entertain with his country sounds as you enjoy dinner at Nikolas.
Saturday, November 19
Join the Day of Healing for those who've had a family member or friend lost to suicide.
Dine to the sounds of the Almost Irish Band at Nikolas.
Dine to the sounds of the Almost Irish Band at Nikolas.
Enjoy the sounds of the season with Seasonal Notes at Sparta Methodist Church.
Choose & Cut Season is underway as farms open across the county.
Wednesday, November 23
Downtown merchants sweep the sidewalk in front of your store into the street for early Thursday street sweeping.
Wednesday, November 23
Downtown merchants sweep the sidewalk in front of your store into the street for early Thursday street sweeping.
Thursday, Nov. 24, Thanksgiving Day
The huge High Country Light Show is lit tonight and every night through New Years at the Glade Valley Volunteer Fire Department, on Glade Valley Road, 6.4 miles from its intersection with US 21 South and 5 miles from NC 18. The show contains over 150,000 lights synchronized to your favorite Christmas music broadcast over 96.5 FM.
Friday and Saturday, Nov. 25-26
Be sure to visit Mangum Pottery for their Open House and Sale 10a - 5p each day.
Friday, November 25
Come out to the Big Daddy Love Homecoming Show at the Silver Dollar Music Park. Dance to their brand of Appalachian rock, contemporary blend of bluegrass and rock. Welcome home the local members of the bands.
Saturday, November 26
The annual Christmas Parade marches down Sparta's Main Street beginning at 2p. Main Street coordinator Barbara Lucier is the parade marshal. Lighting the Way is the theme. The lighting of the Community Christmas Tree follows at dusk that evening.
Monday, November 28
Give the gift of life at the Sparta Lions Club Blood Drive at Sparta Methodist Church.
Join the Book Discussion Group on the book, Drive, by Daniel Pink who writes about the secret to performance and satisfaction at work, school and home.
Join the Book Discussion Group on the book, Drive, by Daniel Pink who writes about the secret to performance and satisfaction at work, school and home.
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
>> 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 98 (formerly 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 98 (formerly Channel 50) and Skybest cable channel 21.
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.
>> 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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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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