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Friday, September 13, 2013
Today-Sunday
Liberty University Civil War Seminar
Lectures, exhibits, artifacts and vendors. Banquet tonight and lectures Saturday.
Where: Arthur S. DeMoss Learning Center, Liberty University, Lynchburg
When: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. today, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, 9 to 10 a.m. Sunday
Cost: $25 for banquet; Saturday lectures are $25 per person or $35 per family
Contact: 434-592-4366, www.liberty.edu/civilwar
Today
Cornhole Tournament
Singles and doubles cornhole tournament.
When: 5:45 p.m.
Where: Essig Recreation Center, 235 Technology Drive, Rocky Mount
Cost: $5 per player per tournament
Contact: 483-9293
One-Act Play Festival
A series of one-act plays directed by Nancy Kind and Diana Burakow. Bring a picnic and beverage. Presented by the Lake Players of the Smith Mountain Arts Council
Where: Resurrection Catholic Church, 15353 Moneta Road, Moneta
When: 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30
Cost: $6 SMAC members, $7 nonmembers
Contact: 721-0168, 719-0686
Saturday
Smith Mountain Lake Dragon Boat Race and Festival
Benefits the Presbyterian Community Center in Roanoke; visitors are asked to bring personal hygiene items for Lake Christian Ministries
When: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Parkway Marina, 16918 Smith Mountain Lake Parkway, Huddleston
Cost: Free; free parking on site.
Contact: 982-2911, kmcnally@pccse.org, www.smldragonboatrace.com
Grape Harvest Open House
Open house during the grape harvesting season at Hickory Hill. Help pick a cluster of grapes. Complimentary tasting and snacks available.
When: Noon
Where: Hickory Hill Vineyards, 1722 Hickory Cove Lane, Moneta
Cost: Free
Contact: 296-1393, thefurrows@smlwine.com
Outlaw Cruisers Car Club
Food available and music.
When: 4 to 8 p.m.
Where: Midpoint Chevrolet, 17801 Virgil H. Goode Highway, Rocky Mount
Cost: Free
Contact: outlaw.cruisers@yahoo.com, www.outlaw-cruisers.com
Yoga and Picnic in the Park
Yoga class by The Centre at VitaZen followed by picnic. Pre-registration and payment encouraged.
Where: Booker T. Washington National Monument, Hardy
When: 1 p.m.
Cost: $18 in advance, $20 that day
Contact: 721-9365
Community Open House
Nineveh Church of the Brethren in Hardy is holding a community open house with barbecue and music by Gone Fishin’, Wound Tight and The Durretts.
When: 4 to 8 p.m.
Where: Nineveh Church of the Brethren, 7060 Hardy Road, Hardy
Contact: 890-6033
Antique Boat Show and Festival
Antique boats, food, craft and collectibles vendors, antique cars, early boating and nautical artifacts.
Where: Mariners Landing Resort and Conference Center, 1217 Graves Harbor Trail, Huddleston
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact: 297-9202, www.woodenboats.net
Greater Gretna Talent Show
Singers, instrumentalists and more will perform in an event emceed by Hal Shoemaker
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Gretna Little Theatre, 107 N. Main St., Gretna
Cost: $10
Contact: (434) 656-3377
Bedford Genealogy Fair
Lectures covering various genealogy topics. Breakfast and lunch for sale.
When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Central Virginia Community College, 1633 Venture Blvd., Bedford
Cost: Free
Contact: 466-4247, www.bedfordgensociety.org
Monday
Rockabye Reader Moneta/SML Library
Rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play and parenting resources.
When: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Moneta/SML Library, 13641 Moneta Road, Moneta
Cost: Free
Contact: 425-7004, rclark@bpls.org
Tuesday
Books 4 Fun Moneta/SML Library
A preschool story time for children ages 3-5.
When: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Moneta/SML Library, 13641 Moneta Road, Moneta
Cost: Free
Contact: 425-7004, rclark@bpls.org
Smith Mountain Lake Women’s Club September meeting
Meeting with guest speaker Bev Waddell, who will demonstrate Tai chi. Lunch will be served.
When: 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Westlake Country Club, Hardy
Cost: Contact Debbi at 721-2514 for more information
Contact: 721-5617, smlginnie@embarqmail.com
Blood Drive
The American Red Cross will be holding a blood drive.
When: 1 to 6 p.m.
Where: Palestine Baptist Church, 9244 SML Parkway, Huddleston
Cost: Free
Contact: Laura Dooley, 204-6585
Thursday
Moneta Fire-Worx Fest
Live music, adult beverages and great food.
When: 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Downtown Moneta, Virginia 122, Moneta
Cost: Free
Contact: 297-7777, www.downtownmoneta.com
Sept. 21
2013 Movie @ the Amp
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and join us for a free family movie, “The Croods“ (PG). Concessions available for purchase on-site.
Where: W.E. Skelton 4-H Educational Conference Center, 775 Hermitage Road, Wirtz
When: 7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Harvest Time of 1863
Educational and family-friendly event that portrays life on a mid-19th century tobacco plantation.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Booker T. Washington National Monument, Va.122, Hardy
Cost: Free
Contact: www.nps.gov/bowa
Outdoor Adventure Hiking Day Camp
Learn the basics of hiking safety and identifying parts of the environment. For children 9-13
Register by Sept. 12
Where: Waid Park Recreation Center, 701 Waid Park Road, Rocky Mount
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact Amber Wilson, 483-5161
Introduction to Pistol Shooting
Course covering basics of handling a handgun, safety and ammunition. Cost includes instruction, practice firing and lunch.
Where: Smith Mountain Lake
4-H Center
When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost: $100
Contact: Peter Fisette, 400-1070, themayorofsml@yahoo.com
CASA Warehouse Sale
Court Appointed Special Advocates of Central Virginia will hold a sale to benefit abused and neglected children. Items include shoes, leather goods, household items and more.
When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: 1320 Stephenson Ave., Lynchburg
Cost: Free to attend, sale prices vary
Contact: (434) 485-7261, jane@cvcasa.org
Jim Cameron Memorial Walk
Honors the late Jim Cameron, who served as director of Lake Christian Ministries.
Where: SML State Park, 1235 Road 888, Huddleston
When: 8:30 a.m.
Cost: Donation
Contact: 912-9141, www.lakechristianministries.org
All-American Mutt Rescue Mutts on the Move
Pet adoption event at the 14th-Annual Harvest Jubilee and Wine Festival
When: Noon to 6 p.m.
where: Avoca Museum, 1514 Main St., Altavista
Cost: Free
Contact: www.allamericanmuttrescue.org
Sept. 23
Blood Drive
The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive. Coupons for a free haircut from Sports Clips will be given away.
When: noon to 6 p.m.
Where: Main Street United Methodist, 202 S. Main St., Bedford
Cost: Free
Contact: Laura Dooley, 204-6585
Rockabye Reader Moneta/SML Library
Rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play and parenting resources.
When: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Moneta/SML Library, 13641 Moneta Road, Moneta
Cost: Free
Contact: 425-7004, rclark@bpls.org
Sept. 24
CASA Recognition Ceremony
Ceremony marking 20 years of service to children by Franklin County Court Appointed Special Advocates. RSVP by Sept. 20.
When: 3 to 6 p.m.
Where: Southern Virginia Child Advocacy Center, 300 South Main St., Rocky Mount
Contact: 484-5566
Books 4 Fun Moneta/SML Library
A preschool story time for children ages 3-5.
When: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Moneta/SML Library, 13641 Moneta Road, Moneta
Cost: Free
Contact: 425-7004, rclark@bpls.org
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 Booker T. Washington 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
Wednesdays through Dec. 4
Bethlehem United Methodist Church Wonderful Wednesdays
Fall session with a meal, fellowship time and small group classes.
Where: Bethlehem United Methodist Church, 13586 Old Moneta Road, Moneta
When: 6 to 8 p.m.
Contact: 297-9123, www.bethlehemunitedmethodist.org
Trips
Botetourt County Parks and Rec
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 and a tour host.
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.
Tangier Island and Virginia State Capitol
June 29-30. Starting at $249; includes round-trip bus transportation, one night’s lodging, breakfast at hotel, tour of state capitol, visit to Jefferson Hotel, visit to Short Pump Mall, cruise to Tangier Island, an all-inclusive family style lunch at the Chesapeake House, and a tour host.
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 on any of the trips listed above, call 473-8326 or 366-2888.
Franklin County Parks and Rec
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.
SML Sunseekers Fundraiser Cruise
Caribbean Cruise
Seven-night Caribbean Cruise beginning Feb. 2. Five ships to choose from. Optional round-trip bus from Bedford and Lynchburg. Includes three night’s lodging and taxes. Part of the commissions will go to a local charity. For more information, contact Kenneth at 293-1124 or touchofparadise2@aol.com.
Fairview Methodist Church and Trinity Ecumenical Church
Tour Israel in 2014
April 22 to May 1, 2014. Tour historic and religious sites in northern Israel. Included are Jerusalem, Nazareth, the Dead Sea, Bethlehem, the Jordan River, Golan Heights, museums and many other places. For more information, call 322-4975.
Bahama Islands Cruise
Cruise to the Bahama cities of Nassau and Freeport. Begins March 2 and returns March 8. Group will depart Roanoke and Rocky Mount via motorcoach. Cost is $799 for interior room or $879 for ocean view.
For more information, call 366-2888.
1. Britney Spears spotted at Lynchburg restaurant
2. One person injured in Friday night shooting in Roanoke
3. Roanoke resource officer's quick action saved young girl
4. East Carolina poses new challenge for Virginia Tech football
5. Lowe's tapes may hold clues to Roanoke woman's death
6. William Byrd stuns Salem in football win
7. Roanoke County electrical short quiets 5 Wheeler radio stations
8. Captive in Roanoke County describes harrowing time with angry friend
9. Concert review: Timeless Willie Nelson plays to appreciative crowd
10. History says this one will matter for Virginia Tech
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