Community calendar: D.A.R. Antique Show and Sale
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. Roanoke farmers markets making local foods more accessible
10. Man's drowning is 5th in Lynchburg area
Sunday, August 11, 2013
SUNDAY
47th Annual D.A.R. Antique Show and Sale
Antiques and collectibles from dealers from all over the East Coast. Items include vintage jewelry, linens, rare books and manuscripts, American and English silver, porcelains, glass, collectibles, fine art and small furniture. Fundraiser for the Gen. James Breckinridge Chapter of the D.A.R.
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: American Legion Post 3, 710 Apperson Drive, Salem
Cost: $6
Contact: 982-2554, www.gjbchapter.org
TUESDAY
Bird Bonanza
Games and other activities to explore the world of birds. For ages 6 and up and preregistration is required.
When: 10 to 11 a.m.
Where: Greenfield Park, International Parkway, Daleville
Cost: $5 per child, free for adults
Contact: (706) 220-0980, www.natureinvestigations.com
WEDNESDAY
Salamander Search and Frog Find
Search for salamanders, tadpoles, and frogs as well as the prey that they eat while exploring the watery world of a stream. For ages 6 and up and preregistration is required.
When: 10 to 11 a.m.
Where: Greenfield Park, International Parkway, Daleville
Cost: $5 per child, free for adults
Contact: (706) 220-0980, www.natureinvestigations.com
THURSDAY
Mental health support workshops
Support, education and advocacy for caretakers of those with mental illnesses. Register by Monday. Classes run on consecutive Thursdays until Oct. 31. Sponsored by Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare.
When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: The Burrell Center, Room 112, 611 McDowell Ave. N.W., Roanoke
Cost: Free
Contact: 344-8386
FRIDAY
Insect Investigations
Capture and release bugs and explore their world. Investigate how to tell groups apart, their life cycles, and their incredible diversity. For ages 6 and up and pre-registration is required.
When: 10 to 11 a.m.
Where: Greenfield Park, International Parkway, Daleville
Cost: $5 per child, free for adults
Contact: (706) 220-0980, www.natureinvestigations.com
SATURDAY
For the Kids Fundraiser
Live music, vendors and raffles. Special guests Harley the Biker Dog and Angels of Assisi. Event benefits three kids with different medical issues.
When: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Vinton Masonic Lodge, 1017 Washington Ave., Vinton
Cost: Free, raffle prices vary
Contact: 986-5739, promotecommotion@yahoo.com
Roanoke Doll & Bear Show
Antique to modern dolls, bears, doll furniture, clothes and accessories. Vendors from eight
states.
When: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where: Holiday Inn Tanglewood, 4468 Starkey Road, Roanoke
Cost: $6, adults; kids 12 and under free
Contact: (803) 783-8049, www.knightshows.com
Southern Summer Social
Food, music and both live and silent auctions to help raise funds for Pride in the Park 2013. Appetizers and a full buffet dinner will be provided by Roanoke Pride volunteers. Admission for 18 and over. Cash bar available.
When: 5 p.m.
Where: St. John's Episcopal Church, 1 Mountain Avenue, Roanoke
Cost: $25, or $180 for table of 8
Contact: 344-4444, auction@roanokepride.org
Virginia Vintage Comics & Collectibles Show
Comic books and vintage items such as pulps, books, digests, sports, advertising, toys, original art and memorabilia for sale. Part of admission will be donated to pediatric cancer research in memory of local children. There will also be a silent auction of comics, sports and celebrity items to benefit the cause.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Salem Civic Center, Salem
Cost: Adults, $2; children 12 and younger, free
Contact: 375-3004
Welcome Home Veterans Resource Fair and 23rd Annual Star City Cruisers Car, Truck, and Cycle Show
Help the Star City Cruisers support hospitalized veterans while enjoying food, music, prizes, silent auctions and an automotive show. This event is to welcome home veterans and an opportunity for the community to show support. Resource booths for veterans which will include Virginia Wounded Warrior Program, Roanoke Vet Center, Wounded Warrior Project, and other Veteran Service Organizations.
When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Salem Veterans Affairs Medical Center, 1970 Roanoke Blvd., Salem
Cost: Free admission; $20 per car for show
Contact: 309-0452, genefordman@verizon.net
CALL FOR ENTRIES
Wine Festival Volunteers Needed
Peaks of Otter Winery needs pourers for wine festivals throughout the year.
Contact: www.peaksofotterwinery.com/page9.html, 586-3707
Seeking Craft Vendors for Fall Festival
The Bridgewater Plaza Association is seeking craft vendors for its 2013 Fall Festival Oct. 12. Registration fee is $50.
Contact: Carol Swain, 721-159, Littlegallerysml@aol.com
Seeking Produce, Baked Goods and Plant Vendors for Vinton Farmers' Market
The Vinton Farmers' Market is seeking vendors of locally grown produce, plants, baked goods, meat, cheese, artisan crafts and original art. The market is open Friday and Saturday from, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., May through October.
Contact: Mary Beth Layman, 983-0613, mblayman@vintonva.gov
Seeking Crafters and Artisans for 2013 Fall Bazaar
Bazaar will be on Oct. 19 at Peters Creek Church of the Brethren, 5333 Cove Road in Roanoke. Deadline for submissions is Aug. 30.
Contact: Doris Epperly, 389-6609 or dsepperly@aol.com
Rescue Mission Seeking Volunteers
The Rescue Mission needs volunteers for the following: cook's food prep assistant on Saturday mornings from 8 to 11 a.m.; and licensed hair stylists to cut hair in its salon. Flexible time schedule.
Contact: Leslie Littlefield, volunteer coordinator, 777-7651 or leslie@rescuemission.net
Science Museum of Western Virginia Seeks Volunteers
The Science Museum of Western Virginia needs volunteers in the butterfly garden and touch tank, as well as other areas of the museum. Orientation is held monthly on an ongoing basis.
Contact: Betsy Hale, 342-5765, www.smwv.org
Susan G. Komen Blue Ridge Seeks Volunteers
The Virginia Blue Ridge Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure needs volunteers to staff education tables at local events and speak with women one on one about their breast health. Volunteer breast health educators are needed to staff education tables throughout our 32 city and county region.
Contact: Pam Adams, 400-8222, padams@komenvablueridge.org
Seeking Vendors
Vendors of all types for Country Store/Flea Market on Sept. 7 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Valley Community Church, 5000 Carriage Drive, Roanoke. $25 per space.
Contact: 774-5512
Floyd Oktoberfest Seeks Vendors
The second annual Floyd Oktoberfest seeks vendors for its Sept. 28 event at Chantilly Festival Farm. Application deadline is Sept. 17.
Contact: 745-2784, www.jacksonvillecenter.org/Floyd-Oktoberfest/
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. Roanoke farmers markets making local foods more accessible
10. Man's drowning is 5th in Lynchburg area
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