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Sunday Naturalist Walk - On going event March - November: Guided tour of the arboretum grounds with a theme that changes each month. $6.00 for non-members; $4.00 for members. 2-3 p.m. 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce, VA. 540-837-1758 ext. 0. http://www.virginia.edu/blandy
First Saturday Walks - Guided tour of the Foundation of the State Arboretum grounds with a theme that varies each month. 10 a.m. - noon. First Saturday each month March-November. $6.00 admission; $4.00 for organization members. 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce, VA. 540-837-1758 ext. 0. http://www.virginia.edu/blandy
Permanent exhibit: - Roanoke Valley, Crossroads of History. Free Fridays: admission is free from 1-4 p.m. every second Friday of the month. Hours: Tues.-Fri. 10a.m.-4p.m.; Sat. 10a.m.-5p.m.; Sunday 1-5p.m. Closed Monday. Adults $2, students (age 6-17) $1, under 6 free. Seniors (60+) $1. Downtown Roanoke - 804/344-0876
Barter Theatre - A theatre for all seasons, open year round, offering comedy, music, drama, family entertainment, and variety and diversity with classic works and plays commissioned especially for our audiences. CONTACT: Barter Theatre, P.O. Box 867, Abingdon, VA 24212, (276) 628-3991.
Birthplace of Country Music Museum - Museum showcasing musical heritage of Appalachian region. Hours of operation: Mon.–Sat. 10 a.m.–9:00 p.m. Sun. 1:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Bristol Mall, 500 Gate City Highway, Bristol, VA 24201. No Admission. CONTACT: Bill Hartley, PO Box 26, Bristol, TN 37621, (276) 645-0035.
Birthplace of Country Music Pickin’ Porch. 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Thursdays. Live entertainment featuring bluegrass, gospel, and old-time country music. Bristol Mall, BCMA Museum, 500 Gate City Highway, Bristol, VA 24201. No Admission. CONTACT: Bill Hartley, PO Box 26, Bristol, TN 37621, (276) 645-0035.
Carter Family Fold - P.O. Box 111, Hiltons, VA. The Carter Family Memorial Center features concerts of old time music every Saturday beginning at 7:30 p.m. and an annual two-day festival the first weekend in August. CONTACT: Rita Forrester, Box 111, Hiltons, VA 24258, (276) 386-6054.
November - March
- Winter Wonderland Wine Getaway. Escape your
routine and join us every Friday evening from
November through March for a special Chef's
Choice complete three course dinner for $32 per
person exclusive of tax, gratuity and alcohol.
You'll enjoy a delightful selection of
appetizers, entrées and luscious desserts.
Chateau Morrisette
www.thedogs.com
2009
November 6
- Forever Wild -
Joyce Rouse
www.earthmama.org is opening for
Walkin’ Jim Stoltz, long distance hiker,
photographer, musician and troubadour for the
earth. Joyce will be introducing her new song,
"Ribbon of Stone," to celebrate the upcoming
75th anniversary of the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Independence.
November 6-8
- Mistletoe Market - William King Regional Arts
Center presents the 11th annual Mistletoe
Market, a holiday gift mart featuring arts and
crafts from local artisans and businesses across
the Southeast. The season's premier shopping
event features holiday items, decorations,
jewelry, gourmet foods, clothing, toys, and
pottery.
www.wkrac.org
November 7
- G.I. Jive - 6:30pm to 11:00pm - 7th Annual G.I.
Jive 1940s Dance – Show your support for the
National D-Day Memorial while swinging to the
unforgettable tunes of the 1940s. The Memorial’s
annual 40s dance will take place at the elegant
Hotel Roanoke. The hotel is the perfect venue
for this amazing evening of fun, food, and
dancing. Black tie optional or period clothing
attire. Limited tickets available. -
540-587-8973
www.dday.org
November 7 -
7th Annual Smith Mountain Lake Fall Chili and
Craft Festival - Come to the lake for the
7th-Annual Smith Mountain Lake Fall Chili and
Craft
Festival. Enjoy a full-day event featuring
music, crafts and a spectacular competitive
chili cook-off. Trophies will be awarded for
"Best Chili," "People's Choice," and
"Showmanship." It'll be a hot time at Smith
Mountain
Lake. Held lakeside at Bridgewater Plaza in
Moneta, near the Hales Ford Bridge.
November 7
- Craft Show at Vinton Farmers' Market -
Saturday, November 7th, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. A great
place to sell and shop for handmade crafts and
gifts. Featuring live music and apple decorating
for children. Located at the Vinton Farmers'
Market - 204 W. Lee Ave (behind the Vinton Post
Office). For more information, please call (540)
983-9613.
November 7-8
- Living History Days and Antiques Appraisal
Fair - Step back into the late 18th century
during this special family weekend event. Tour
period encampments outdoors, view living history
demonstrations, and hear early Appalachian music
throughout the Manor House. Bring your
treasures to this Antiques Road show style
event, where experts provide a customized verbal
appraisal and explanation of each object's
special qualities. (540) 869-2028. 336 Belle
Grove Road, Middletown.
www.bellegrove.org
November 7-9
- Holiday Arts, Crafts & More Extravaganza -
This is an annual event. Area artisans,
crafters, authors, and musical artists offer
their wares for the perfect holiday shopping
experience. Sponsored by the GFWC Bedford
Woman's and Jr.Woman's Clubs. Portion of the
proceeds from admission will benefit the local
organizations. - Bedford Elementary School,
Below National D-Day Memorial, Bedford -
540-586-4712
groups.msn.com/BEDFORDARTSCRAFTSFAIR
November 11
- Veteran’s
Day Observance at National D-Day Memorial - Take
time to honor all who have served in the U.S.
Armed Forces during this special event. The
program will include special music, guest
speakers, and recognition of all veterans. Free
admission from 10am until noon. - National D-Day
Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford -
540-587-8973
www.dday.org
November 14
- Jordan Springs Give Thanks Dinner and Concert
- Celebrate your thanks at Jordan Springs with a
feast to end all feasts. Once you have tasted
delectable culinary masterpieces, you will be
treated to a concert by Winchester Orchestra.
The orchestra, beginning promptly at 8 p.m., is
comprised of 40 top quality musicians. (540)
667-7744. 1160 Jordan Springs Road,
Stephenson.
www.HistoricJordanSprings.com
November 17
– Special Writer’s Workshop with guest Sharon
McCrumb - Keepers of the Legends: Using History
and Folklore in the Novel Fiction with a strong
sense of place (e.g. the works of Flannery
O’Connor, Stephen King, Mark Twain, Tony
Hillerman… and Sharyn McCrumb) are enriched by
the incorporation of regional history and
folklore into the narrative. This workshop
discusses how to find the stories of the region,
the use of dialect and other techniques of
regional writing. 7-8:30 PM Roanoke
theartscouncil.org/artists/workshops.html
November 21
- Thomas Jefferson Wine Festival - Join Thomas
Jefferson at the 1st annual Poplar Forest Wine
Festival to kick off the holidays and celebrate
Virginia’s passion for wine! Ticket price to be
determined. Event will run from 12:00 p.m. to
5:00 p.m. Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest is
located at:1548 Bateman Bridge Road
Forest, VA 24551 For more information please
call (434) 525-1806 Event subject to change.
www.poplarforest.org
November 21 -
December 20 - Christmas Time’s A’Coming Open
House at Peaks of Otter Winery - Nov 21-22,
28-29-Dec 5-6-,12-13,19-20. Warm apple cinnamon
wine and cider will be offered in the wine
tasting room. Gift packs of wine and canned
products will make wonderful Christmas gifts.
Free Noon-5p.m. Visit the Christmas lights at
the Elks National Home in "The Christmas Capital
of Virginia"
www.peaksofotterwinery.com
November 27
- Fantasyland at the History Museum of Western
VA - Fantasyland is a cornucopia of holiday
characters harkening back to a simpler time.
Elves, penguins, reindeer and a variety of
retired Christmas displays donated to the museum
by downtown businesses over the years. Santa is
on hand to teach important lessons of love and
sharing. Roanoke.
December 3
- Vinton Christmas Parade - Thursday, December
3rd, 7 p.m., Downtown Vinton Pre-parade
entertainment at 6 p.m. at the Vinton Municipal
Building (311 S. Pollard St.) and an open house
at the Vinton War Memorial following the parade.
For more information, please call (540) 343-1364
or visit
www.vintonchamber.com
December 4
- Christmas Tours at Belle Grove Plantation -
From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day enjoy the magic
of a Shenandoah Valley Christmas complete with
traditional decorations by regional garden
clubs. Relax after your Daytime or Evening tour
with Belle Grove’s own Spiced Tea and cookies.
Children won’t want to miss Christmas
storytelling and a visit with Santa on Sundays.
Candlelight and daytime hours available; call
for times. (540) 869-2028. 336 Belle Grove
Road, Middletown.
www.bellegrove.org
December 4
- Jordan Springs Christmas Dinner and Concert -
Share in the magic of Jordan Springs decorated
in holiday splendor including a horse of a
different color, Santa's workshop, nearly 50
Christmas trees and over 500 ornaments. A
delicious culinary feast will begin at 6:30 p.m.
followed by a performance by the Winchester
Orchestra at 8 p.m. The orchestra is a 40 piece
band of top quality musicians with an amazing
repertoire. (540) 667-7744. 1160 Jordan
Springs Road, Stephenson.
www.HistoricJordanSprings.com
December 5
- Bedford
Christmas Parade - Santa will be riding at the
end of the parade and will be available for
visits and pictures afterward. Centertown
Bedford – 540-586-2148
www.centertownbedford.com
December 7
- Pearl
Harbor Day at the National D-Day Memorial - Join
us in remembering the 68th anniversary of Pearl
Harbor. - 540-587-8973 D-Day Memorial, 3
Overlord Circle, Bedford
www.dday.org
December 7
- Evan's Home Doll Auction - One of these
lovingly hand-crafted dolls could come home with
you! Come bid on exquisite porcelain dolls,
dressed in costumes especially crafted by
seamstresses to suit each doll. Preview of dolls
begins at 2:00 p.m. and the bidding frenzy
starts at 2:30 p.m. Don't miss the perfect
opportunity to buy an heirloom doll for the
little girl or woman in your life! (540)
662-8520. Ruth Birch Center, 120 Bellview
Avenue, Winchester.
www.evanshome.org
December 11
- Christmas Tours at Belle Grove Plantation -
From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day enjoy the magic
of a Shenandoah Valley Christmas complete with
traditional decorations by regional garden
clubs. Relax after your Daytime or Evening tour
with Belle Grove’s own Spiced Tea and cookies.
Children won’t want to miss Christmas
storytelling and a visit with Santa on Sundays.
Candlelight and daytime hours available; call
for times. (540) 869-2028. 336 Belle Grove
Road, Middletown.
www.bellegrove.org
December 18
- Christmas Tours at Belle Grove Plantation -
From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day enjoy the magic
of a Shenandoah Valley Christmas complete with
traditional decorations by regional garden
clubs. Relax after your Daytime or Evening tour
with Belle Grove’s own Spiced Tea and cookies.
Children won’t want to miss Christmas
storytelling and a visit with Santa on Sundays.
Candlelight and daytime hours available; call
for times. (540) 869-2028. 336 Belle Grove
Road, Middletown.
www.bellegrove.org
December 31 - January 1
- 6th Annual Enchanted Eve - Enchanted Eve held
in cooperation with the Town of Vinton is
Roanoke County’s alcohol-free, community
inspired, New Year’s Eve celebration that begins
at 6PM until midnight. All who attend can find
the perfect activity and the perfect way to
celebrate the coming New Year and. All you need
to participate in this spectacular event is an
“Enchanted Eve” button, included in the purchase
price is all the fun you can possibly imagine!
Call 540-387-6078
www.roanokecountyva.gov/
December 31
- Jordan Springs New Year's Black Tie Dinner and
Concert - Ring in the New Year right at
historic Jordan Springs this year! Wear your
formal attire for this gourmet dining experience
followed by a performance from Winchester
Orchestra. The 40 piece top quality band will
begin promptly at 9 p.m. after the meal. Visit
the web site for ticket information. (540)
667-7744. 1160 Jordan Springs Road,
Stephenson.
www.HistoricJordanSprings.com
2010
April 28-May
1 - Festival in the Pines - Society for the
Preservation of Bluegrass Music in America
presents its Annual Festival in the Pines.
Located at the Tripple Creek Campground in Rocky
Mount, this festival brings numerous bands and
activities associated with Bluegrass music.
Keeping the music and the tradition alive.
www.tripplecreek.com/
May 15-16
- Downtown Living Tour 2010 - A walking tour is
unique spaces in historic downtown Roanoke.
Saturday, May 15 •10 - 5 Sunday, May 16 • 1 - 5
Downtown Roanoke Tickets: $10 in
advance/$12 on tour days
www.theartscouncil.org or call
540.342.5790
June 18-19
- Gemini Fest 2010 - 2 stages - 12 bands
playing rock, blues, and reggae. Blue Mountain
Music Festival is proud to boast some of the
best homegrown Virginia musicians pickin’ today!
From chart busters to local favorites, this
festival line-up is the best yet! If you love
incredible music, food, friends and the
mountains, then come out and join us. Rocky
Mount
bluemtnmusic.com/
September
25-26 - 22nd Annual Smith Mountain Lake Wine
Festival - In the foothills of the Blue Ridge
Mountains, the Smith Mountain Wine Lake Wine
Festival is planning the best ever showing for
2010. With more than 6,000 in attendance, last
year, Virginia’s Smith Mountain Lake Wine
Festival always draws a crowd from all over the
Middle-Eastern United States. Call
1-800-676-8203 or go to
http://www.visitsmithmountainlake.com/ for
more information.
October 1-2
- Blue Mountain Festival - st bluegrass music in
the area. Incredible music, food, friends, and
the beautiful autumn Blue Ridge Mountains.
Camping is available. Rocky Mount.
bluemtnmusic.com/
November 6
- Smith Mountain Lake Chili and Crafts Festival
2010 - Come to the lake for the 8th-Annual Smith
Mountain Lake Fall Chili and Craft Festival.
Enjoy a full-day event featuring music, crafts
and a spectacular competitive chili cook-off.
Trophies will be awarded for "Best Chili,"
"People's Choice," and "Showmanship." It'll be a
hot time at Smith Mountain Lake.
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