Calendar
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 26, 2013
Saturday
Fun with Reptiles
Have fun getting to know the types of reptiles and amphibians that make Booker T. Washington National Monument their home.
Where: Booker T. Washington National Monument, Hardy
When: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact: 721-2094 to register
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
One-day Bible school will be divided into pre-K: 3-5-year-olds; elementary: 6-8-year-olds; and pre-teen: 9-12-year-olds. Games, entertainment, crafts and snacks will be provided.
Where: 7950 Grassy Hill Road, Boones Mill
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
Another Roadside Attraction
Concert presented by Wharton Society’s Bower Center for the Arts.
Where: 305 N. Bridge St., Bedford
When: 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $10 in advance at lynchburgtickets.com; $12 at the door
Contact: 586-4235. www.bowercenter.org
Lazy Days of Summer at Hickory Hill Vineyards
Entertainment by vocal duet Ken and Alli; bring picnic, chairs and blanket and watch the sun set. Adults only.
Where: 1722 Hickory Cove Lane, Moneta
When: 7 to 10 p.m.
Cost: $10, includes wine glass
Contact: 296-1393, wine@smlwine.com
Saturday-Sunday
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
Wednesday
“Unlocking the Words” Tell Your Own Story with Judy Ayyildiz
Where: 207 E . Depot St., Bedford
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Contact: edrie.bays@gmail.com to register
Wednesday - Aug. 4
Mountain Valley Cluster Dog Shows
Where: Salem Civic Center
When: Times vary.
Contact: 254-1888
Thursday
Gretna Little Theatre’s summer musical, “Damn Yankees”
Where: Gretna Movie Theatre
When: 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $10, students; $8, seniors
Best Pick Art Show Reception
Sponsored by The Bald Knob Artists. Vote for People’s Choice Award.
Where: Westlake Library, Westlake Towne Center
When: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Contact: Phil Sheriden, 721-4106
Aug. 2 - Aug. 3
Jamfest
Country Music Friday; Rock n’ Roll Saturday.
Where: Sedalia Center, 1108 Sedalia School Road, Big Island
Contact: 434-299-5080, www.sedaliacenter.org
Aug. 3
Pine Spur Hunt Club Dance
Where: Pine Spur Hunt Club, 1049 Pine Spur Road, Vinton
When: 8 to 11:30 p.m.
Cost: $8 for adults, $5 for children
Contact: 890-2425
Redwood United Methodist Church golf tournament
Prizes include a car.
Where: Marine rs Landing
Cost: $50 per player/$200 team,
Contact: 204-7543 for registration
Sidewalk Sale
New and used items. Benefits Bedford Community Christmas Station.
Where: 584 Blue Ridge Ave. , Bedford
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Contact: 492-0382
Aug. 4
Coast Guard’s 223rd Birthday
In honor of the U.S. Coast Guard’s 223rd birthday, all active duty or veteran Coast Guard members receive free admission to the memorial.
Where: National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford
Contact: 540-586-3329, www.dday.org
Aug. 5
Alzheimer/Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Geriatric Care Manager Mary Lou Blevins from Lutheran Family Services.
Where: Trinity Ecumenical Parish, 40 Lakemount Drive, Moneta
When: 2 p.m.
Aug. 7
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group picnic
Please bring a dish.
Where: Resurrection Catholic Church, 15353 Moneta Road, Moneta
When: 12 p.m.
Contact: Tami Akin, 721-4330, 297-5530
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 Aug. 30
Best Pick Art Show
Sponsored by The Bald Knob Artists.
Where: Westlake Library, Westlake Towne Center
When: Regular library hours
Cost: Free
Contact: Phil Sheriden, 721-4106
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 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.
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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