NEW MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: North Carolina Mountain Retreat on Little River. The Chamber welcomes Michael and Dr. Mary Emma Beres' Mountain Retreat on Little River. If you are looking for a quiet cozy place to spend your long-awaited, much-needed vacation, this secluded little home-away-from-home is sure to please. From the spacious deck or the built-in sunroom, you will be able to enjoy the views no matter what the weather! Features include: six acres of beautiful waterfront property with more than 600 feet of river frontage, two bedrooms, fireplace (wood provided), central heat and air, ceiling fans in every room, phone service, washer/dryer, sunroom, wrap around deck, DVD player, and more. This could be a great place for Christmas guests and friends seeking a mountain getaway. Check it out on their website.
AHGS NEWSLETTER FEATURES HARVEST & MORE: I found the recent issue of the Alleghany Historical-Genealogical Society Newsletter particularly colorful and interesting. The front highlights Harvest and Holidays exhibit in the Museum from now to the end of the year. Inside is a brief summary of recent Society programs, including a program on ham radio and the famous Siamese Twins Chang and Eng Bunker of Wilkes County. My favorite was a retrospective on Lou Reid Landreth who passed away last May. She was a very interesting woman who led the kind of challenging life more common in the 21st century, but quite unusual for the mid-20th century. She's one person I wish I had taken the time to know better. If you are not a AHGS member, the newsletter is available online. Since membership is only $10 a year, why not become a member and have it mailed to your home?
IT'S NOT TO LATE FOR CHICKEN FOR CHRISTMAS! Leave the holiday cooking to the folks at the Laurel Ridge Moravian Camp and enjoy homemade Moravian chicken pie with everyone you love this season! Each Moravian chicken pie and an accompanying container of gravy is just $15. It serves up eight generous slices. But you better hurry. Place your order by December 5 and pick up on December 10, 11a- 5p. To place your order, please call the Laurel Ridge office at 336-359-2951 or email laurel_ridge@skybest.com. If the above pickup time is not convenient, call to arrange an alternate time.
SANTA WILL BE AT TROJAN VILLAGE during the days leading up to Christmas in Santa Land at the Village Emporium. (And you thought he was hanging out at the North Pole.) While you are there, check out the new shipment of furniture, the homemade crafts upstairs as well as the offerings in all the stores at Trojan Village Shopping Center. Check his schedule and then grab your youngsters for a traditional Christmas treat.COME TO THE MOVIES! River Country Estates is showing holiday classic movies -- 3 each Sunday -- plus popcorn, drink and candy for one low price of $5. Check out what's playing and make plans to grab your family for cinema Sunday.
And that's not all, through Sunday, Dec. 4 they are conducting a toy drive to benefit the Alleghany Partnership for Children. During these hard economic times there may be children in Alleghany County that will have nothing for Christmas. Don't let that happen. Please bring an unwrapped toy suitable for a child 5 years of age or younger to the clubhouse and help bring joy to a child. Call 359-2585 or the Partnership 372-2846 for details.
Sunday, December 18, after the movies a "Seasons Greetings" Community Pot Luck Dinner get together is planned. Bring your favorite covered dish and join in an evening of fun, food and fellowship. More information to come.
Keep up with the goings on at the clubhouse and view pictures of past events by visiting them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Clubhouse-at-River-Country-Estates/164410103650261
CHAMBER GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE AVAILABLE: There is no better deal in town than Chamber Gift Certificates. They come in $10 and $25 denominations. They can be redeemed with Chamber members. (Typically the certificates are redeemed with Chamber retail and personal service providers. Click for a list. However, any Chamber business member can redeem the certificates. Contact us 336-372-5473.) Best of all, the recipient of your Chamber Gift Certificate can choose from the many Chamber members for the perfect gift. There is no service charge for the gift certificates to the purchaser or redeeming merchants. (Merchants: Redemption is the same as last year and is outlined on the back. Call if you have questions.)HAPPENING EVERY WEEK: High Country Lights. If you want to see a stupendous Christmas light show, be sure to find time for the synchronized music and lights at the Glade Valley Volunteer Fire Department, on Glade Valley Road, 6 miles from its intersection with US 21 and 5 miles from NC 18.
Tuesday, November 29
The Alleghany County Library reception to honor our veterans has been rescheduled to Dec. 6. 336-372-5573 or by email at dbrewer@nwrl.org.
Friday & Saturday, Dec. 2 & 3
If you missed last week's Mangum Pottery open house and sale, it continues.
Saturday, December 3
Don't forget the Christmas Craft Fair in the Black Building at the County Fairgrounds.
You are invited to hike with the New River State Park Ranger for an informative time outdoors.
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, Dec. 2-4
The Annual Community Singing Christmas Tree concerts are held each evening at First Baptist Church.
Shop the holiday soiree at the Shops on The Corner (that's THE CORNER: US 21 & NC 18) for unique Christmas gifts. Open late for you convenience.
Tuesday, December 6
The Alleghany County Library reception to honor our veterans begins at 6:30p. Help honor these special members of our community. The Library is also collecting information to add every veteran to a 'Book of Honor'. If you are a veteran, or have a loved one who has served, please send in the following information: Name, Branch, and Dates of Service. This could honor someone who is living or may be a memorial to a deceased loved one. Help ensure every veteran is included. You do not have to be an Alleghany County veteran to be included. For more information, contact the Alleghany County Library at 336-372-5573 or by email at dbrewer@nwrl.org.
Thursday, December 8
Talk to the authors and then pick out a book for yourself or a gift at Bookfest/Business After Hours at the Historical Museum.
Saturday, December 10
Kick off the holidays dining and dancing to the Big Blues Beat at the Silver Dollar Music Park.
Celebrate the holiday with old-fashioned fun at the Moravian Mountain Christmas.
Sunday, December 11
Join you friends at Sparta United Methodist Church for the Second-Sunday Mission Meal.
The Alleghany County Library reception to honor our veterans has been rescheduled to Dec. 6. 336-372-5573 or by email at dbrewer@nwrl.org.
Friday & Saturday, Dec. 2 & 3
If you missed last week's Mangum Pottery open house and sale, it continues.
Saturday, December 3
Don't forget the Christmas Craft Fair in the Black Building at the County Fairgrounds.
You are invited to hike with the New River State Park Ranger for an informative time outdoors.
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, Dec. 2-4
The Annual Community Singing Christmas Tree concerts are held each evening at First Baptist Church.
Shop the holiday soiree at the Shops on The Corner (that's THE CORNER: US 21 & NC 18) for unique Christmas gifts. Open late for you convenience.
Tuesday, December 6
The Alleghany County Library reception to honor our veterans begins at 6:30p. Help honor these special members of our community. The Library is also collecting information to add every veteran to a 'Book of Honor'. If you are a veteran, or have a loved one who has served, please send in the following information: Name, Branch, and Dates of Service. This could honor someone who is living or may be a memorial to a deceased loved one. Help ensure every veteran is included. You do not have to be an Alleghany County veteran to be included. For more information, contact the Alleghany County Library at 336-372-5573 or by email at dbrewer@nwrl.org.
Thursday, December 8
Talk to the authors and then pick out a book for yourself or a gift at Bookfest/Business After Hours at the Historical Museum.
Saturday, December 10
Kick off the holidays dining and dancing to the Big Blues Beat at the Silver Dollar Music Park.
Celebrate the holiday with old-fashioned fun at the Moravian Mountain Christmas.
Sunday, December 11
Join you friends at Sparta United Methodist Church for the Second-Sunday Mission Meal.
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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