PARKWAY WORKDAY : If you wanted to help get the Parkway in shape for the season but could not come out to last Saturday's Friends of the Parkway volunteer work day, the Friends will be on the Parkway again Saturday, May 5, beginning at 10a. Join them at Doughton Park picnic area with a bag lunch, gloves and any yard implements you may have (rakes, shovels, etc.). Snacks, drinks and water will be provided. Call 336-601-6118. (I apologize for the scary guy in the photo, but I knew is would get your attention.) It and other photos from their last workday are posted on the Chamber's Facebook Page. And speaking of Facebook, there are photos from the recent Rotary Blood Drive!
HELP BICYCLE PATHWAYS PLANNING: High Country Council of Governments is developing a bike plan for Yancey, Mitchell, Avery, Watauga, Ashe, Alleghany, and Wilkes counties. The Plan is intended to improve safety, access, and mobility for cyclists by developing a network of designated routes that connect municipalities and other major destinations in the region. They ask for citizens to complete a survey of 23 questions, and is geared towards cyclists and non-cyclists alike and will be available until May 4. Go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/HighCountryBikePlanSurvey and help improve bike travel in northwest North Carolina.
May is National "Older Americans Month" and the Alleghany Senior Center is celebrating all month with special events planned every Friday and will end the month-long celebration at Crouse Park on Friday, May 25 with a "Health Fair". Senior Center Director Karon Edwards is inviting local agencies to join this celebration. Bring your agency information and hand-outs. Tables are available, let the Senior Center know in advance if you need one. Call ASAP if you plan to participate so you can be listed on the flyers and in the newspaper ad. Questions? Call Karon at (336) 372-4640
Ladies from several churches have started a Prayer Shawl Group. The purpose of this gathering is to knit and crochet prayer shawls, baby blankets and other items for donation to Hospice. They are meeting at Sparta Presbyterian Church in the Fellowship Hall on Mondays. If you are interested in participating, please contact Anne Mackey, 657-8205, or Linda Young, 372-1551. The prayer shawls are made with love and prayers and are gifts, hoping those who are ill will feel comfort and solace as they wear it.
HAPPENING EVERY WEEK: 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
Weather permitting, there's lots to do in our community. Where provided, click on the links for more information.
Wednesday, April 25
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.
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.
The Sparta Presbyterian Church invites the community to the Spring concert of the Highland Camerata.
Thursday, May 3
For your health's sake, attend Understanding Depression, the topic of the Alleghany Library's Lunch 'n Learn program.
Come to the Alleghany GOP County Convention and hear the keynote address by Congresswoman Virginia Fox in the State House.
Saturday, May 5
Help the Alleghany Wellness Center and find a special treasure at their Auction Fundraiser.
Tuesday, May 8
Your organization need money? This WCC free Grant Writing Seminar may be just the ticket.
Show and Tell your Quilt at this program by a certified textile appraiser.
Friday, May 11
Priority Blue headlines the Friends of the Auditorium Concert.
Thursday, May 3
For your health's sake, attend Understanding Depression, the topic of the Alleghany Library's Lunch 'n Learn program.
Come to the Alleghany GOP County Convention and hear the keynote address by Congresswoman Virginia Fox in the State House.
Saturday, May 5
Help the Alleghany Wellness Center and find a special treasure at their Auction Fundraiser.
Tuesday, May 8
Your organization need money? This WCC free Grant Writing Seminar may be just the ticket.
Show and Tell your Quilt at this program by a certified textile appraiser.
Friday, May 11
Priority Blue headlines the Friends of the Auditorium Concert.
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 normal 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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