1. 41-vehicle wreck ties up traffic Sunday on I-81 in Rockbridge County
2. Virginia Tech football roster has holes on picture day
3. Medicare penalties hit hospitals in Roanoke, New River Valleys
4. Microfestivus beer event gets downtown Roanoke hopping
5. McFarling: 2 little numbers are a big hurdle for Virginia Tech football
6. Arrest made in case of missing Nelson County teen
7. DAN CASEY: Copter cost still stirring up dust
8. Virginia attorney general's office grows under Ken Cuccinelli
9. Man's drowning is 5th in Lynchburg area
10. Roanoke farmers markets making local foods more accessible
Friday, July 19, 2013
Today
Halesford United Methodist Church Revival
With speaker the Rev. James D. Holland of Lovely Valley Baptist Church in Wirtz
Where: 1601 Lakewood Forest Road, Moneta
When: 7 p.m.
Savoy-Lee Winery in Huddleston presents “Pirates and Parrot Heads”
Wear your best pirate garb (or bad Hawaiian shirt) for the costume contest.
Where: 5800 Johnson Mountain Road, Huddleston
When: 6 to 9 p.m.
Contact: 297-9275
American Red Cross Blood Mobile
Where: Boones Mill Christian Church, 7950 Grassy Hill Road, Boones Mill
When: 1 to 6 p.m.
Contact: Gene Herrick, 420-4726
Today through Sunday
Pirate Days
Backed by Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce and local businesses, it features special promotions and pirate-themed events.
Where: Businesses around the lake
When: Business hours
Contact: www.smlpirate.com, www.visitsmithmountainlake.com
Saturday
Bedford Friends of Library Present Southwest Virginia Songwriters Association
Where: Bedford Central Library
When: 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $10
Contact: 586-8911, www.friendsofbedfordlibrary.org
Blue Ridge Performing Arts Series “Hello Stranger”
Featuring Dale Jett.
When: Dinner, 5:30 p.m.; show, 7 p.m.
Cost: Dinner and show, $36; show only, $18
Contact: Brooke Gill at 230-3300 or Tracy Holley at 365-4216
Pirate Day at the Alpaca Farm
Treasure hunting, games and activities. Learn pirate facts and alpaca facts, and turn in your treasure map for free prizes. Scallywag School for pirates-to-be.
Where: Smith Mountain Lake Farm Alpacas & Gift Shop, Morewood Road, Hardy
When: Noon to 5 p.m.
Cost: $3 per person, children younger than 12, free
Contact: 719-0281
Sunday
Bower Center’s Cultural Reflections: More Courage than Fear
Novelists Judy Ayyildiz and Betsy Ashton will discuss heroines who bend the rules without breaking the spirit.
Where: 305 N. Bridge St ., Bedford
When: 3 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact: 586-4235
Wednesday
Walk a Mile in Booker’s Shoes
Experience some of Booker T. Washington’s chores while walking on the Jack-O-Lantern Branch Trail with a park ranger.
Where: Booker T. Washington National Park, 12130 BTW Highway, Hardy
When: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Contact: 721-2094
Thursday
Caving: Fragile Underground Wilderness at Franklin County Main Library
Marian McConnell and Mary Sue Socky, who are members of the Blue Ridge Grotto and experienced cavers, will give a video presentation and share their knowledge.
Where: Franklin County Main Library
When: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
July 27
James River Transportation Festival
The Blue Ridge Parkway will celebrate the development of transportation through the James River Gorge.
Where: James River Gorge, Milepost 63 on the parkway
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact: 377-2377
Boones Mill Christian Church Vacation Bible School
Where: 7950 Grassy Hill Road
When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Contact: 334-5019
Smith Mountain Lake 4-H Center Pistol and Concealed Carry Class
The class is designed specifically for women. A handgun will be provided for those who don’t own one, and ammunition (22LR) will be provided for those who don’t have a small supply available. Register online.
Where: Smith Mountain Lake 4-H Center
When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost: $100 including lunch
Contact: www.traininstructors.org/SignupStudent.aspx?id=191003
July 27 -28
The Salem Coin Club Show
Where: American Legion Building, 710 Apperson Drive, Salem
When: Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Cost: Free admission
Contact: Will Camp, 943-2267
Aug . 1
Gretna Little Theatre’s summer musical, “Damn Yankees”
Where: Gretna Movie Theatre
When: 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $10 , students; $8, seniors
Mondays through July 22
Rockabye Reader
Rhymes, music, movement, free play and parenting resources. Ages 3 and younger with parents.
Where: Moneta/Smith Mountain Lake Library, 13641 Moneta Road, Moneta
When: 10:30 a.m.
Contact: rclark@bpls.org, 425-7004
Tuesdays through July 23
Books 4 Fun
Bring your 3- to 6-year-old for story time. Books to read, games to play and crafts to make.
Where: Moneta/Smith Mountain Lake Library, 13641 Moneta Road, Moneta
When: 10:30 a.m.
Contact: rclark@bpls.org, 425-7004
Wednesdays through July 31
Wildlife Wednesday Cruises
With Smith Mountain Lake State Park and Virginia Dare Cruises.
Where: Virginia Dare Cruises, 3619 Airport Road, Moneta
When: Noon to 2 p.m.
Contact: 297-7100,www.vadarecruises.com
Fridays through Aug. 9
Fridays at the Museum
Presented by the Bedford Museum & Genealogical Library. For children in third through sixth grade.
Where: Bedford Museum, 201 E. Main St., Bedford
When: 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact: 586-4520
Through Aug. 10
Adult Summer Reading Program
Where: Rocky Mount Library and Westlake Library
Contact: suemcguire@franklincountyva.org
Tuesdays through Aug. 13
Chess, Scrabble Your Brain and Lego Construct
Where: Stewartsville Library, 45 Cascade Drive, Vinton
When: Chess, 10:30 a.m. to noon; Scrabble and Lego, 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Contact: 425-7008, ext. 3
Through Sept. 2
SML Community Park Beach
Every day through Aug. 11. Weekends only, Aug. 12-Sept. 2.
Where: SML Community Park Beach, Moneta
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cost: $2 adults; free for children 3 and younger
Contact: 483-9293
Through Sept. 21
Piedmont Arts — Truth in Animals
Beasties, tales and wanderings by Celia Tucker
Where: 215 Starling Ave , Martinsville
When: Times vary.
Contact: 276-632-3221
Wednesdays through
Sundays through Sept. 28
Mango’s Events
Open mic on Wednesdays. Karaoke on Thursdays. Live music Fridays through Sundays.
Where: Mango’s Bar & Grill, 16430 BTW Highway, Moneta
When: Times vary.
Contact: 721-1632
Tuesdays through
Saturdays through Sept. 30
Ole School Sports events
Tuesday pool tournaments. Wednesday cornhole tournaments. Thursday horseshoes. Live music Fridays and Saturdays.
Where: Ole School Sports Pub & Grill, 6674 Burnt Chimney Road, Wirtz
When: Times vary.
Contact: 721-1635
Weekends through Sept. 30
Alpaca Farm Tours
Open house. Tours daily by reservation.
Where: Smith Mountain Lake Farm, Morewood Road, Hardy
When: Noon to 5 p.m.
Cost: $5
Contact: 719-0281
Through Oct. 26
Forest Farmers Market
Where: Forest Farmers Market, Virginia 221, Forest
When: 8 a.m. to noon
Contact: 434-665-5475
Fridays through Oct. 30
Bedford Farmers Market
Where: Bedford Farmers Market, Center and Washington streets, Bedford
When: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Contact: 586-2148, www.centertownbedford.com
Trips
Botetourt County Parks and Rec
n The Fabulous ’50s at the Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre July 11. $79; includes round-trip bus transportation, an all-inclusive sit-down lunch, ticket to “The Fabulous 50’s” and a tour host.
n Summer Mystery Cruise July 20. $79; includes round-trip bus transportation, an all-inclusive lunch, cruise, admission to all attractions and a tour host.
n Dollywood Bus Trip Aug. 16-17. Starting at $219; includes round-trip bus transportation, admission to Dollywood, one night’s lodging, breakfast at hotel and a tour host.
n Washington, D.C., train, riverboat, monuments and memorials Aug. 24-25. Starting at $249; includes round-trip bus transportation, ticket on Amtrak from Lynchburg to Washington, D.C., one night’s lodging, breakfast at hotel, ticket for Potomac River Cruise, sightseeing as listed and a tour host.
n Labor Day Weekend in New York City Aug. 31-Sept. 2. Starting at $379; includes round-trip bus transportation, breakfast upon departure, two nights’ lodging (in New Jersey), admission to Empire State Building Observatory, ferry ticket to Statue of Liberty and a tour host.
n Fall Mystery Trip Sept. 21. $69; includes round-trip bus transportation, admission to all attractions, an all-inclusive lunch, an area guide and a tour host.
n Myrtle Beach in September Sept. 27-29. Starting at $289; includes round-trip motorcoach transportation, admission to Alabama Theatre backstage tour, admission to “One” (the show at Alabama Theatre), a performers meet-and-greet, one dinner at Chesapeake House, two nights’ lodging (Ocean View Rooms) and a tour host.
n Fall Foliage Train Ride Oct. 20. $99; includes round-trip bus transportation, ticket on Amtrak from Clifton Forge to Charlottesville, visit to Fall Festival, motorcoach transportation from Charlottesville to Roanoke and a tour host.
n Branson On The Road Oct. 26. $79; includes round-trip bus transportation, an all-inclusive lunch, ticket to the matinee of “Branson On The Road” and a tour host. For more information, call 473-8326 or 366-2888.
Franklin County Parks and Rec
n Autumn Leaf Rambler Oct. 12. $99; includes round-trip bus transportation, train ticket to ride the Autumn Leaf Rambler, a boxed lunch and a tour host. For more information, call 483-9293 or 366-2888.
1. 41-vehicle wreck ties up traffic Sunday on I-81 in Rockbridge County
2. Virginia Tech football roster has holes on picture day
3. Medicare penalties hit hospitals in Roanoke, New River Valleys
4. Microfestivus beer event gets downtown Roanoke hopping
5. McFarling: 2 little numbers are a big hurdle for Virginia Tech football
6. Arrest made in case of missing Nelson County teen
7. DAN CASEY: Copter cost still stirring up dust
8. Virginia attorney general's office grows under Ken Cuccinelli
9. Man's drowning is 5th in Lynchburg area
10. Roanoke farmers markets making local foods more accessible
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