BUSINESS AFTER HOURS PHOTOS ON FACEBOOK: If you missed last Thursday's Business After Hours at the Alleghany Wellness Center, you missed a good time and one great table of food. However, you can still get a taste of the experience from the photos that are posted on the Chamber's Facebook page. Click to see who was there.
CORNETTES WIN $250! Arville and Judy Cornette were the winners of $250 and a certificate for a free tax return next year. Mr. Cornette's name was drawn from contest entry form entered in the H&R Block's Don't Wait Until It's Too Late Contest. Entries were taken from April 2 to April 11, 2012. Pictured are: Sherry Rose, Tax Pro, Judy and Arville Cornette and Brenda McKenzie, H&R Block Franchise Owner.
CANOE CAMP FOR YOUR YOUNGSTER: Riverside Canoeing is again offering weekly canoe camps beginning June 18 and continuing through the summer. Plan now to introduce you son or daughter to the wonders of the New River and teach them the art of river navigation. Camp is held daily from 9a- 5p, Monday through Friday. Participants learn how to paddle canoes and kayak, spending a majority of their day on the river. Along with basic paddling techniques, campers learn how to handle a boat in many situations on the river, water and boating safety, and learn about the ecology and dynamics of the New River from New River State Park rangers and staff from the National Committee for the New River. At the end of the week, campers will be joined by their families for a paddling trip on the river so that they can demonstrate their new skills, followed by a family BBQ. Maximum number of participants is 8.
CHAMBER QUARTERLY MEETING at Blue Ridge Electric. Chamber members don't forget to be at Blue Ridge Electric Wednesday at 5:15p. Vote for new directors and learn more about your Chamber and your community. Details are in the quarterly newsletter. Details about the member meeting are on pages 2 and 4. I hope to see all of you there. 336-372-5473
LEARN WATER AEROBICS: River Country Estates is offering water aerobics to non-members at the Clubhouse for $5 per class or six classes for $25 at 5p each Monday and Thursday. Each participant is required to bring a kickboard, noodle and water aerobic dumbbells. Call the Club house at 336-359-2585 or instructor Barbie Atwood at 336-359-8293.
Weather permitting, there's lots to do in our community. Where provided, click on the links for more information.
Tuesday, April 17
Learn the Signs of Spring from a New River Park Ranger.
Evangelist Jonathan Lotz continues a revival at First Baptist Church in Sparta through Wednesday evening. Lotz is the grandson of probably the best known evangelist, Billy Graham. Lotz is a graduate of Baylor University and worked as an accounts manager for an office supply company before he began working for, and traveling with, the Billy Graham Evangelical Association. He has spoken at Christian events throughout the world, but has generally been a secondary speaker rather than the featured evangelist.
Wednesday, April 18
DON'T FORGET: Chamber Quarterly Member Meeting at Blue Ridge Electric beginning at 5:15p. Chamber members you should have received our quarterly newsletter and a copy of the new SPARTA Magazine. (Non-members, both are available online. Just click the links.) Details about the member meeting are on pages 2 and 4. I hope to see all of you there.
Friday, April 20
Support the Alleghany Care and Rehabilitation Hot Dog & Rummage Benefit for Solid Rock Food Closet and Relay for Life held at Masonic Lodge.
Saturday, April 21
4 Wheel Drive will be at the Silver Dollar Music Park for their third Saturday dance program. Come out and enjoy supper at the Silver Spoon Supper Club and stay to dance to this great area band. The band is from just down the mountain in Jonesville and is known for its jazz, southern rock sound.
Find your treasure at the Benefit Auction at Turkey Knob Community Center.
Join the Nature Hike at New River State Park.
Sunday, April 22
Celebrate Earth Day at New River State Park 221 access with live music, picnic and ranger-led environmental activities.
Stretch you legs at the Spring Wildflowers Hike at New River State Park Wagoner Road Access.
Monday, April 23
Leading Without Power by Max De Pree is the subject of the Dialogue Matters Luncheon Discussion Group. Bring a bag lunch and learn to be a better leader.
Tuesday, April 24
Learn What to do When a Crisis Hits the Fan: Difficult or emergency situations -- threats to employee safety, lay-offs, illnesses, workplace disagreements -- are more common than we wish. Don't let such upsetting events take their toll and result in stress an disruption. This one-day workshop will help you learn to d evelop plans and techniques to Calm the situation, Communicate, Care, and Continue.
Wednesday, April 25
Find out to research you ancestors at Lunch and Learn at the Alleghany Library.
Thursday, April 26
Learn about the Alleghany History of Sheep Farming at the Library.
Calling all aspiring writers and illustrators to Library Workshop.
Friday, April 27
Sample the fruit of the vine at the Backwoods Wine Tasting.
Saturday, April 28
Learn about Autism and Asperger's Disorder in this special seminar. MUST REGISTER BY APRIL 27.
Learn everything you ever wanted to Know About Snakes from a New River Park Ranger.
Join a New River Park Ranger for a Spring Nature Hike.
Sunday, April 29
Get the low down on Stalking the Smallmouth Bass from a New River Park Ranger.
Tuesday, May 1
Before you vote, come to the Library's Candidate Forum.
Tuesday, April 17
Learn the Signs of Spring from a New River Park Ranger.
Evangelist Jonathan Lotz continues a revival at First Baptist Church in Sparta through Wednesday evening. Lotz is the grandson of probably the best known evangelist, Billy Graham. Lotz is a graduate of Baylor University and worked as an accounts manager for an office supply company before he began working for, and traveling with, the Billy Graham Evangelical Association. He has spoken at Christian events throughout the world, but has generally been a secondary speaker rather than the featured evangelist.Wednesday, April 18
DON'T FORGET: Chamber Quarterly Member Meeting at Blue Ridge Electric beginning at 5:15p. Chamber members you should have received our quarterly newsletter and a copy of the new SPARTA Magazine. (Non-members, both are available online. Just click the links.) Details about the member meeting are on pages 2 and 4. I hope to see all of you there.
Friday, April 20
Support the Alleghany Care and Rehabilitation Hot Dog & Rummage Benefit for Solid Rock Food Closet and Relay for Life held at Masonic Lodge.
Saturday, April 21
4 Wheel Drive will be at the Silver Dollar Music Park for their third Saturday dance program. Come out and enjoy supper at the Silver Spoon Supper Club and stay to dance to this great area band. The band is from just down the mountain in Jonesville and is known for its jazz, southern rock sound.Find your treasure at the Benefit Auction at Turkey Knob Community Center.
Join the Nature Hike at New River State Park.
Sunday, April 22
Celebrate Earth Day at New River State Park 221 access with live music, picnic and ranger-led environmental activities.
Stretch you legs at the Spring Wildflowers Hike at New River State Park Wagoner Road Access.
Monday, April 23
Leading Without Power by Max De Pree is the subject of the Dialogue Matters Luncheon Discussion Group. Bring a bag lunch and learn to be a better leader.
Tuesday, April 24
Learn What to do When a Crisis Hits the Fan: Difficult or emergency situations -- threats to employee safety, lay-offs, illnesses, workplace disagreements -- are more common than we wish. Don't let such upsetting events take their toll and result in stress an disruption. This one-day workshop will help you learn to d evelop plans and techniques to Calm the situation, Communicate, Care, and Continue.
Wednesday, April 25
Find out to research you ancestors at Lunch and Learn at the Alleghany Library.
Thursday, April 26
Learn about the Alleghany History of Sheep Farming at the Library.
Calling all aspiring writers and illustrators to Library Workshop.
Friday, April 27
Sample the fruit of the vine at the Backwoods Wine Tasting.
Saturday, April 28
Learn about Autism and Asperger's Disorder in this special seminar. MUST REGISTER BY APRIL 27.
Learn everything you ever wanted to Know About Snakes from a New River Park Ranger.
Join a New River Park Ranger for a Spring Nature Hike.
Sunday, April 29
Get the low down on Stalking the Smallmouth Bass from a New River Park Ranger.
Tuesday, May 1
Before you vote, come to the Library's Candidate Forum.
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
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.
>> 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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