TODAY

Local Colors 2008

Year after year, Local Colors is the place to be. With food, vendors, music, children's activities, dance and costumes from more than 70 countries, there's something to do for everyone in the family. This year's featured country is the Philippines and new countries include Burma, Slovakia, Palestine, Ukraine. The festival begins with the annual Parade of Nations at 11 a.m. Performers include Jose Farinango of Kenai Music, the Huff Lane Ambassadors and the Hall Trio. Free. Elmwood Park, downtown Roanoke. 904-2234, localcolors.org.

Big Lick Conspiracy

Looking for a laugh? Check out this improv comedy group for a night of fun. It's new every time and they depend on audience participation, so put your acting shoes on! $5. 9 p.m. Trinkle Main Stage, Mill Mountain Theatre. 342-5740, biglickconspiracy.com.

SUNDAY

Haitian Flag Day

Have some cultural fun with music, dance, Haitian cuisine and more. Free. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Elmwood Park, downtown Roanoke. 521-4281, 206-3775.

Cascades Hike

Get out and about for a change with this 4-mile easy hike along Little Stony Creek ending near the Cascades. $5 carpool fee. 1 p.m. Call for meeting place. 384-6229, 774-1075.