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Sunday, September 07, 2008
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Monday, September 01, 2008
GrahamFest (2:00PM)
Labor Day Weekend, August 31st and September 1st from 2:00pm to 10:00pm. GrahamFest. Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of southwestern Virginia, GrahamFest mixes the best in country, bluegrass, rock 'n roll, old time, celtic, and beach music. Every Labor Day weekend guests enjoy tours of the historic and haunted Major Grahams Mansion, onsite camping, the Squires Beer and Wine Garden, HUGE kids' playground, and music on 4 stages! This year enjoy Confederate Railroad, Josiah's Mountain Rock Music Show, artists from The Crooked Road, and many more. Children under 12 are admitted free with paying adult. Early bird tickets on sale now at our website or by calling the office. Location: Exit 24 off I77 North and Exit 84 of I81 South. Five and 2/10 miles south on Major Grahams RD

Contact Info : For more details, visit our website at www.grahamfestusa.com or call (276) 284-0006.
Radford Fiddle And Banjo Jam On The Coffee Mill Sidewalk (7:00PM)
The Coffee Mill invites you to come join in this bluegrass jam session. You can join in with your own instrument or just enjoy the sounds. They advise that you come early to get your table as a large crowd typically gathers. Whether you're an old-school bluegrass fan or just a college student looking for live entertainment, The Coffee Mill is the place to be.

Contact Info : The Coffee Mill 1144 East Main Street Radford, VA 24141 540-267-2008 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://coffeemillonline.com
Tuesday, September 02, 2008
Giles County Public Schools - 1st Day Of Class (8:00AM)
September 2nd - Giles County Public Schools open. Watch for increased activities in traffic such as stopped school buses. For a complete school calender for the year, click here.


Contact Info : 540-921-1421 Url: http://sbo.giles.k12.va.us/
Governor's School Meeting (1:00PM)
The Southwest Virginia Governor’s School will hold a Governing Board meeting on September 2nd. The meeting will be at 1:00pm in the multipurpose room of the school, 100 Northwood Drive, Pulaski.

Contact Info : Call 540-643-0637 for information
Community Family Fun Run/Walk (4:45PM)
September 5th, the  Wayne Robinson Principles of Community Family Fun Run/Walk in conjunction with the local Branch of the NAACP will be held at Virginia Tech.  The event consists of a 5K Run and Walk and a one mile run and walk. It is open to participants of all ages and experience levels. Proceeds from the Run/Walk benefit the Wayne Robinson Endowment. Check-in begins at 4:45pm, with the first race scheduled for between 5:15 and 5:30pm. The event concludes at 6:30pm.  Registration forms can also be obtained through the local NAACP. Contact NAACP Branch at 540-382-6751 or Ray Plaza at 540-231-7289. Event details and registration can be found at: http://www.multicultural.vt.edu/wr/index.html.

Contact Info : Contact NAACP Branch at 540-382-6751 or Ray Plaza at 540-231-7289. Url: http://www.multicultural.vt.edu/wr/index.html.
Blacksburg Old Time Jam At Gillies Restaurant (7:00PM)
Open jam featuring old-time mountain music, every Tuesday night 7-10 PM. Dancers welcome. Special late evening menu available at Gillies Restaurant. For more information call 540.961.2703.


Wednesday, September 03, 2008
Pulaski County Public Schools - 1st Day Of Class (8:00AM)

Pulaski County Public Schools open. Watch for increased activities in traffic such as stopped school buses.



Contact Info : 540-994-2550 Url: http://www.pcva.us/
Blacksburg Sports Club Meeting (11:30AM)
Wednesday, September 3rd. This week's speaker is Jim Cavanaugh, Coach for the Virginia Tech Hokie Football Team. Cost for lunch is $7.00. Food Service begins at 11:30 AM, at Custom Catering, located at the corner of North Main Street and Patrick Henry Drive. The complete program, with lunch, runs from noon until 1:00 PM; therefore, one may enjoy the entire program during lunch hour. Speakers from the Virginia Tech and Blacksburg High School Athletic Departments, with an occasional "outside" speaker, inform and entertain our membership. You may pay the annual individual membership dues of $20 ($30 per couple) at any weekly meeting, and they are good for one year -- July 1 to June 30.


Blacksburg Farmer's Market - Wednesdays (2:00PM)
Wednesdays. 2:00pm to 7:00pm. Fresh and organic produce, meats, fruit, eggs, baked goods, crafts and more. Live music the first Wednesday of each month from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. At the Draper Ave and Roanoke Street in Blacksburg.

Contact Info : For more information call 540-239-8290.
Tumble Bears Gymnastics (4:15PM)

Tumbling for preschool , kindergarten, and 1st grade boys and girls.

Tumbling skills, warm ups, listing skills.

You'd never know we put results ahead of fun!

Class is held every Wednesday at 4:15pm for 3&4 year olds.

5:00 pm for 5&6 year olds.

Location 44 Fourth St ,Pulaski.

Center Stage School of Dance

 



Contact Info : Call 540-980-0632. Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://facnrv.org
Blacksburg's Wonderful First Wednesdays (5:00PM)
Blacksburg's Wonderful First Wednesdays

Come downtown Blacksburg on Wednesday, September 3 and find out about local after school programs!

  • The Lyric at 135 College Avenue
    • Mobile Town Hall: 5:00pm to 5:45pm - Chat with Town Council members.
    • Afterschool foreign language program
    • The Performing Arts Institute of Virginia Music School
    • YMCA at VT
    • Literacy Volunteers of America
    • Blacksburg High School Team Boosters
    • Local Artist in Residence – Jessica Wirgau demonstrates Woodblock techniques
    • Brick Lane showing 7:00pm and 9:15pm
  • Blacksburg Branch of the Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library at 200 Miller Street
    • For Kids: 5:00pm - Make and Take table
    • Blacksburg Police Department - Back to school safety tips and child ID kits
    • For adults: 6:00pm to 8:00pm - A knitting circle
  • Kent Square at 202 South Main Street
    • Kent Square Condo Tours
    • Upward Bound
    • Blacksburg Aquatic Center
    • Raft Hotline
    • Project Esperanza
  • Cooper House at 305 Washington Street
    • Girl Scouts of America
  • Shop & Eat
    • Pee Wee’s: Offering tender pulled pork BBQ, ribs, chicken and much more
    • Main Street Inn: Located in the heart of Downtown Blacksburg
    • Fringe Benefit: Labor Day sale extended through First Wednesday, 20% off storewide
    • Xanadu: All highest heel sandals 50% off
    • Mish Mish: Storewide back to school sales
    • Matrix Gallery: Handmade Jewelry, contemporary crafts, pottery, glass, wood and more. Back to School specials
    • The Lyric: Don’t miss the incomparable and hilarious Second City, Friday, October 3, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25/gold; 20/silver and go on sale September 1! Call the Lyric box office at 540-951-4771 for more information!
    • Farmer’s Market: Open ‘til late
    • 16 Blocks Tours: Meet at 6 p.m. at the Old Town Hall, RSVP for tours - Terry Nicholson, 540-558-0746 or email tnicholson@blacksburg.gov

For more information, contact the Downtown Merchants of Blacksburg at 540-951-0454 or at dmob@downtownblacksburg.com.




Blacksburg Zoning Ordinance Public Meeting (7:00PM)
The Town of Blacksburg is in the beginning stages of amendments to the Town Zoning Ordinance. There will be a public meeting on Wednesday, September 3 at 7PM in the Police Department Training Room, 200 Clay Street for citizen input to help identify zoning issues that are of interest to the community.

Contact Info : For more information on the meeting please call 961-1126. If you are unable to attend, please send your written comments to the Planning and Building Department, PO Box 90003, 300 South Main Street, Blacksburg, VA 24062
Thursday, September 04, 2008
Montgomery County Parks And Recreation Meeting (7:00PM)

The Montgomery County Parks and Recreation monthly meeting is set for Thursday, September 4th at 7:00pm. The meeting will be held at the Government Center in Christiansburg.



Contact Info : For more information, contact Grace Karnes at 540-382-6975 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Friday, September 05, 2008
GobblerFest Road Closings (7:00AM)

The following roads will be closed from 7:00am on Friday, September 5, until 2:00am on September 6:

- College Avenue from Draper Road to Otey Street.
- Otey Street from College Avenue to the entrance of the Squires Parking Lot.



Contact Info : Maureen Lawrence, at (540) 231-9844 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Gobblerfest 2008 (11:00AM)
Virginia Tech’s University Unions & Student Activities is hosting a new event called Gobblerfest to welcome new and returning students to the Hokie community. Gobblerfest will be held on Friday, September 5th from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. in and outside of Squires Student Center, outside the Graduate Life Center, and the Library Plaza. Activities will include: business showcase expo, student job fair, student organization showcase, VT-Engage volunteer fair, Meet Your Neighbor, the Wayne Robinson Principles of Community Family Run/Walk, the Class of 2010 kick-off concert, late night activities in Squires, and much more.

Contact Info : For more information, contact Maureen Lawrence at (540) 231-9844 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.gobblerfest.org
Art Under The Sun First Friday (4:00PM)
Friday, September 5th from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at Art Under The Sun in Floyd. Art Under The Sun Gallery will feature Pat Bonsignore and Potter Sarah McCarthy as the Guest Artists at their September First Friday Celebration. The exhibit will open at a reception on September 5th from 4:00 to 7:00. Music will be provided by guitarist Chris Youngblood and refreshments will be served.

Contact Info : For more information call 540-745-7367 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Community Family Fun Run/Walk (4:45PM)
September 5th, the Wayne Robinson Principles of Community Family Fun Run/Walk in conjunction with the local Branch of the NAACP will be held at Virginia Tech. The event consists of a 5K Run and Walk and a one mile run and walk. It is open to participants of all ages and experience levels. Proceeds from the Run/Walk benefit the Wayne Robinson Endowment. Check-in begins at 4:45pm, with the first race scheduled for between 5:15 and 5:30pm. The event concludes at 6:30pm. Registration forms can also be obtained through the local NAACP.

Contact Info : Contact NAACP Branch at 540-382-6751 or Ray Plaza at 540-231-7289 Url: http://www.multicultural.vt.edu/wr/index.html
Dorsett Miniatures On Exhibit (5:00PM)
A new exhibit, The Art of Space, has been installed at Montgomery Museum. From the streets of Chicago, to the dusty mining and ranching towns of the Judith Basin in central Montana, to an old depot in Virginia, Jim and Helen Dorsett captured space and invited imaginations. The regionally famous Dorsett miniatures from the old Cambria Depot will be on display at Montgomery Museum for the next two months. This is a rare opportunity to see these miniature works of art. A public reception to celebrate the opening will be held on Friday, September 5th from 6:00pm to 8pm.

Contact Info : For more information call Jean Galloway at 540-382-5644 Url: http://www.montgomerymuseum.org
New River Classic Cruisers Cruise-In (5:30PM)
Each Friday from 5:30pm to 8:30 pm at the Radford Shopping Plaza on Lee Highway in Fairlawn. Anyone interested in autos is invited. DJ, door prizes, a 50/50 raffle and more each week. For more information email jc.clark1@verizon.net.


Friday Night Jamboree (6:30PM)

The Floyd Country Store is more than a music venue. It has become a traditional gathering place on Friday nights for musicians, dancers, and visitors from all over the world. The Friday Night Jamboree is an outstanding and authentic experience you can share with new visitors to Floyd. Many of those who attend the Jamboree are regulars, and for them, the Jamboree is a place to see old friends week after week. But the Jamboree also gets visitors every week from all across the country, and very frequently from around the world. At the Jamboree, we’re all very proud of and grateful to the musicians who bring their instruments and their talent to the store every week. The show starts every Friday at 6:30pm and they will play till we close around 10:30 to 11:00pm. Check out our September schedule here:

Friday, September 5th
6:30pm Janet Turner and Friends
7:30pm TBA
9:00pm The Jugbusters


Friday, September 12th
6:30pm Down Home Gospel
7:30pm Sigmon Stringers
9:00pm Tenbrooks


Friday, September 19th
6:30pm Bluegrass Inspirations
7:30pm Katie and The Bubbatones
9:00pm Mastergrass

 

For more information, visit us online at www.floydcountrystore.com.



Url: http://www.floydcountrystore.com
VA Tech Football “Kick-off†Pep Rally – Presented By City Of Roanoke Economic Development (7:30PM)
September 5th starting at 7:30pm (doors open at 6:00pm) at the Roanoke Special Events Center. The City of Roanoke invites its citizens and Virginia Tech fans to a celebration of the 2008 football season. The formal program is sponsored by WDBJ7.The Voice of the Hokies - Bill Roth - will emcee the event featuring: a showcase of academic programsand collaboration with the Virginia Tech Roanoke Center; the Hokie Bird mascot; Virginia Techcheerleaders; the Corps of Cadets Highty-Tighties band; and the 2008 Virginia Tech football team. SUBWAY spokesperson Jared Fogle will be at the pep rally participating in the SUBWAY Virginia TechSuper Fan contest as part of his Roanoke tour celebrating his 10-year anniversary of keeping theweight off. Admission is free. For more information about the Pep Rally, please contact Stuart Mease at 540-853-2384 or e-mail stuart.mease@roanokeva.gov.

Contact Info : For more information about the Pep Rally, please contact Stuart Mease at 540-853-2384 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
NRV High School Football (7:30PM)

All games start at 7:30pm unless noted. Local radio and internet coverage of the games is also noted.

Christiansburg @ Giles (101.7FM)
Blacksburg @ Graham (1430AM)
George Wythe @ Radford (1460AM)
Pulaski County @ Patrick Henry (Roanoke) (107.1FM)
Patrick County @ Floyd County (NRVSports.com)




Saturday, September 06, 2008
Blue Demon Invitational (8:00AM)

September 06th at the Christiansburg Primary/Elementary School Grounds. Teams from Cave Spring, Galax, Hidden Valley, Virginia High School and Radford will be competing including Christiansburg.

Time Schedule:

8:00am to 9:30am Packet Pick-up

8:00am Wide Open Race – 3.1 Miles – NO COST

8:30am  5th, 6th, 7th Grade Race – 1 Mile – NO COST

9:00am Varsity Girls

9:45am Varsity Boys

10:30am JV Girls

11:15am JV Boys

AWARDS Will follow last race ASAP (near picnic shelter).Course: Most of the course is very hilly and demanding. 90% of the course is on grass, but there is some asphalt the runners will be running on. The course will be mowed and marked clearly with little yellow flags on both sides of the running area. There will be painted arrows on every turn so no one gets confused. There will also be road monitors to stop traffic if necessary. The course is an official 3.1 mile race. Teams should come dressed and ready to run. There will be no showers or locker rooms available. There will also be two porta-johns available for use. The Christiansburg Elementary School at the bottom of the hill will be locked and is OFF LIMITS!!!! The lounge area in CES will also be OFF LIMITS!!! The lounge area in CES will also be OFF LIMITS!!! 

Course Records : Boys Varsity 3.1 – Griff Graves/Abingdon 15:47 (2006)

Girls Varsity 3.1 – Kirsten Hagen/Christiansburg 19:00 (2003)

Boys JV 3.1 – Stephen Kadak/Jefferson Forest 18:26 (2007)

Girls JV 3.1 – Mary Kate Ontenada/Virginia High 21:26 (2007)

Entries: Up to 7 in each varsity race. Unlimited entries in the JV races. 8th graders must run the JV race. 5th, 6th, and 7th graders will not be allowed in the JV race. They must run the one miler at 8:30.

Entry Fee: $5.00 for each JV and Varsity runner you enter or $50.00 per team. (Girls are one team and boys are another team). There will be no cost for 5th, 6th, and 7th graders.

Entry Deadline: SATURDAY, AUGUST 31, 2008

Checks made payable to CHS Cross Country and send to:

Shane Guynn – XC Coach

Christiansburg High School

100 Independence Boulevard

Christiansburg, Va 24073

Awards: Varsity – Top 3 Teams will receive a trophy

Each Top 7 runner will receive a medal so that each member of the team

can take a piece of the trophy home with them.

*** Team Champion Head Coach – Receives a plaque ***

JV – Top 3 teams will receive a trophy

Top 10 in each race will receive a medal

*** Top 7 times of the day (JV and Varsity combined) receive an

“All Meet Team” T-shirt

5th, 6th, 7th Graders – Top 3 boys and girls receive a medal

Everyone else receives a ribbon

Shirts/Concessions: T-shirts will be sold for $15.00. Lots of food and drinks will be on sale

(Gatorade, Water, Pizza, Hot dogs, Fruit, etc.)

Scoring: Computerized. Copies will be made available after the awards ceremony.

For more information call 540-381-0131 or email sguynn@mcps.org




Family Friendly Tailgating (9:00AM)
Margaret Beeks Elementary School, the Town of Blacksburg, and VA Tech have partnered together to provide family friendly tailgating for most VA TECH football games starting with the September 6th game. The tailgating will be held at MBE and will include food and fun for families. There will be inflatables, games for kids, and pizza, cotton candy, popcorn, and other goodies. The cost is $5 to park as well as a charge for food and games. Alcohol is not allowed on MBE grounds.


SHAWSVILLE CONGREGATIONAL HOLINESS CHURCH 1ST ANNUAL JUDGED CAR & MOTORCYLE SHOW (10:00AM)

The Shawsville Congregational Holiness Church will be having their 1st Annual Judged Car & Motorcycle show on Saturday September 6, 2008 from 10Am to 4pm. This show will benefit our youth department here at our church. We have approx 50 trophies to award including best of show for car and motorcycle and top of each class. We will have food , music and even a judged dessert bake-off in which the winner will also be awarded a trophy. There will also be activities for kids. Registration for the show is $5.00 per entry and admission is free for onlookers. So please come out and bring your car or motorcycle (new or old) and spend the day with us. Some of best looking cars around plan to be there so bring yours you could win a trophy for all of your hard work!!! Registration will begin at 10 am sharp and judging will begin at 11 am. We plan to award the trophies between 1:30 and 2:00 pm. So don't miss out on this event come and join us for a day of fun!!!

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Directions to church:� Take 460 to�the town of Shawsville turn at the Stellar One Bank and Meadowbrook YMCA Building onto Alleghany Springs Road go approx 1�1/4 miles you will see acemetary on your left take the very next left and go down the paved road over the hill and you will see a log church.� Follow the signs as the show will be in the large field at our fellowhip hall.� If you have any questions feel free to contact Denise Musselman by email at sawyersbuses@aol.com or call her on the phone at 540-589-3216 she will be glad to answer any questions you may have.� We hope to see you there!!!�



Contact Info : Denise Musselman sawyersbuses@aol.com or 540-589-3216 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
The Ninth Annual Riner Heritage Day (10:00AM)
The Ninth Annual Riner Heritage Day will be held on Saturday, September 6. The 10 AM parade will be followed by activities for all at the area next to the Fire Department, on Auburn High School grounds. Bluegrass music, pony rides, kids' games, demonstrations by crafters, and good food will be on-site.  The Riner Museum will have several special displays, along with the ones already in place. The Riner Fire Department will be displaying firetrucks, and giving tours of their facility.

Contact Info : Location and other information is available at www.riner.ruritan.org and www.montgomerymuseum.org.
2008 Autumn Fest (10:00AM)
Rich Creek. September 6th from 10:00am to Midnight. September 7th from 12:30pm to 5:30pm. Live entertainment all day, each day. Games, kiddie rides, pony rides, Saturday night street dance, auction, bingo, car show, crafts, dog show, plenty of food vendors and music - bluegrass, country and gospel music.

Contact Info : For more information contact Sue Bradley at 540-726-2785 or Pam Kantsios at 540-726-3260.
Giles County Hunter Education Course (10:00AM)
September 6th & 7th at the Giles County Rescue squad building in Pearisburg. Participants must register by calling the Giles County Sheriff’s office at 540-921-3842. Each class is limited to 30 students. There will be only one class remaining which will be conducted on October 11 & 12. First time hunters between the age of 12-15 are required to successfully complete this class prior to their application for a hunter’s license.


VT Vs Furman (1:30PM)
The Furman Paladins roll into Blacksburg to take on the Hokies in a Saturday afternoon football matchup. The Hokies are looking to regroup after last Saturday's loss to East Carilina. Gametime is 1:30pm. Catch the game on Hokie Select, ACC Select, XM Satellite radio, 106.1FM in Roanoke and 105.3FM in the New River Valley.


Sunday, September 07, 2008
2008 Autumn Fest (10:00AM)
Rich Creek. September 6th from 10:00am to Midnight. September 7th from 12:30pm to 5:30pm. Live entertainment all day, each day. Games, kiddie rides, pony rides, Saturday night street dance, auction, bingo, car show, crafts, dog show, plenty of food vendors and music - bluegrass, country and gospel music.

Contact Info : For more information contact Sue Bradley at 540-726-2785 or Pam Kantsios at 540-726-3260.
Giles County Hunter Education Course (10:00AM)
September 6th & 7th at the Giles County Rescue squad building in Pearisburg. Participants must register by calling the Giles County Sheriff’s office at 540-921-3842. Each class is limited to 30 students. There will be only one class remaining which will be conducted on October 11 & 12. First time hunters between the age of 12-15 are required to successfully complete this class prior to their application for a hunter’s license.


Open Company Dance Class (3:15PM)
Modern Dance technique Open Company Class with d a n a h b e l l a DanceWorks Sundays, 315-430 (beginning 9/7/08) Admission Free.

Contact Info : danah bella Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.danahbelladanceworks.org
Monday, September 08, 2008
International Association Of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) (8:00AM)
Monday, September 8th from 5:30pm to 8:00pm at the Courtyard by Marriott, South Main Street in Blacksburg. Chapter President Sandy Graham, CPS/CAP will give a presentation entitled LEADERSHIP RESPONSES TO MOVING THE FURNITURE. This presentation is provided with the permission of Dr. Cal LeMon. Dr. LeMon, who is President of Executive Enrichment, Inc.

Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.iaap.org.vt.edu
Radford Fiddle And Banjo Jam On The Coffee Mill Sidewalk (7:00PM)
The Coffee Mill invites you to come join in this bluegrass jam session. You can join in with your own instrument or just enjoy the sounds. They advise that you come early to get your table as a large crowd typically gathers. Whether you're an old-school bluegrass fan or just a college student looking for live entertainment, The Coffee Mill is the place to be.

Contact Info : The Coffee Mill 1144 East Main Street Radford, VA 24141 540-267-2008 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://coffeemillonline.com
Montgomery County Board Of Supervisors Meeting (7:15PM)
September 8th. Public meetings are the second and fourth Monday of each month at the Montgomery County Government Center, 755 Roanoke Street in Christiansburg. Closed sessions begin at 6pm. Open sessions begin at 7:15pm. Citizens are invited to attend, and allowed to speak at each meeting. All regular meetings of the Board of Supervisors are videotaped live and rebroadcast on WTOB - Blacksburg cable channel 2, each Tuesday at 1:00pm, Thursday at 8:00pm and Saturday at 3:00pm. Videotapes of Board meetings - the complete meeting or a specific segment - also are available by request. Call Montgomery County Public Information at 394-2120, ext. 4031 or e-mail Chris Valluzzo.


Tuesday, September 09, 2008
Business Resource And Entrepreneurialism Workshops (5:30PM)
Tuesday, September 9th. A series of workshops will be held on the second Tuesday of each month located at the Pulaski Elementary School. These workshops are free and open to the public. This session will begin at 5:30 pm and end at 7:00 pm September 9th.


Blacksburg Old Time Jam At Gillies Restaurant (7:00PM)
Open jam featuring old-time mountain music, every Tuesday night 7-10 PM. Dancers welcome. Special late evening menu available at Gillies Restaurant. For more information call 540.961.2703.


Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Branding Seminar (12:00PM)
September 10th at 12:00noon. Learn how to Brand your Company or Organization for Success. A Brown Bag Noon time informal seminar at the Pulaski County Visitor Center located at 4440 Cleburne Blvd., Dublin, VA. Conducted by Heather Toro Derrick from Communicate Consulting.


Blacksburg Farmer's Market - Wednesdays (2:00PM)
Wednesdays. 2:00pm to 7:00pm. Fresh and organic produce, meats, fruit, eggs, baked goods, crafts and more. Live music the first Wednesday of each month from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. At the Draper Ave and Roanoke Street in Blacksburg.

Contact Info : For more information call 540-239-8290.
Tumble Bears Gymnastics (4:15PM)

Tumbling for preschool , kindergarten, and 1st grade boys and girls.

Tumbling skills, warm ups, listing skills.

You'd never know we put results ahead of fun!

Class is held every Wednesday at 4:15pm for 3&4 year olds.

5:00 pm for 5&6 year olds.

Location 44 Fourth St ,Pulaski.

Center Stage School of Dance

 



Contact Info : Call 540-980-0632. Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://facnrv.org
Thursday, September 11, 2008
First Responders Appreciation Day (11:00AM)
hursday, September 11th from 11:00am to 2:00pm. Fire and EMS equipment will be on display at this event, honoring police, fire, EMS, sheriff's offices and other in uniform who serve the New River Valley. To be held at Shelter One, Bisset Park in Radford.

Contact Info : For more information, contact Pastor Steve Phillips at (540) 639-3443
Friday, September 12, 2008
Radford After Five Concert Series (8:00AM)
Sept. 12 from 5:30pm to 10:30pm. Black Diamond Block Partyfeaturing the Webb Wilder and Go Tigers! Proceeds benefit the Jack Sherman Memorial Scholarship Fund in memory of Jack Sherman who passed away two years ago after battling a brain tumor. With food, kid's craft activities and a beverage garden. To be held at the Farmers Market Lot in downtown Radford.

Url: http://www.blackdiamondtattoosstudio.com
Fall Foliage Canoe Trip (9:00AM)
Registration Deadline is September 12 for this September 20 excursion from 9:00am - 5:00pm. What better time to be on the water with the cool air and warm water. We will be on the New River searching for the brilliant colors that fall has to offer. Location will depend on water levels. This class includes transportation, all equipment and dry bags, along with guides and instruction. The cost is $30.

Contact Info : Brad Buchanan at 540-382-6975 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
New River Classic Cruisers Cruise-In (5:30PM)
Each Friday from 5:30pm to 8:30 pm at the Radford Shopping Plaza on Lee Highway in Fairlawn. Anyone interested in autos is invited. DJ, door prizes, a 50/50 raffle and more each week. For more information email jc.clark1@verizon.net.


Tech Tech Tailgate (6:00PM)
September 12th from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. Come to downtown Christiansburg to the largest tailgate party around! Main Street will be blocked off, beer will be served and a band will entertain the crowd as tailgating begins early for the Virginia Tech/Georgia Tech football game. Downtown business windows will be decorated with Virginia Tech memorabilia and the well-known orange and maroon colors. Tables may be reserved to assure seating; feel free to bring your own lawn chairs to relax and enjoy the entertainment!

Contact Info : Questions or comments may be directed to event organizer Kevin Stoner at (540) 381-4930.
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Dublin Lions Club Flea Market (8:00AM)
September 13 and 14th at the New River Valley fairgrounds. The Dublin Lions Club presents the Giant Pulaski County Flea Market. Gates open at 8:00am.

Contact Info : For information call Dublin Lions Club, Inc. 540-980-0071.
Pet Adoption Day At Chateau Morrisette (11:00AM)
September 13th. 11:00am to 4:00pm - rain or shine. The Floyd County Humane Society is partnering with Chateau Morrisette and will be holding its 3rd Annual Pet Adoption Day outside the winery. There will be animals to adopt from different Rescues and Humane Societies plus Crafters, music, food and wine


Mount Tabor Ruritan Club Fish Fry (5:00PM)
All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry from 5 to 7 p.m. at Slusser's Chapel Picnic Shelter, 1531 Mount Tabor Road, Blacksburg. Fish, Fries, Slaw, Homemade Desserts, and Beverage. Adults-$7, children (under 12)-$3, carry-outs-$7. Held rain or shine. Simple Gifts of the Blue Ridge will be playing this month. Event is fundraiser for Ruritan Club's community service projects. Call 540-449-6178 for further information.

Contact Info : Gavin Faulkner 540-449-6178 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://mttaborruritan.org
Entertainment At The Floyd Country Store (7:30PM)

There's always something special going on at the Floyd Country Store on Saturdays. From Old Time Country Dances to concerts, The Floyd Country Store brings in a large array of talent on Saturdays. Most shows begin around 7:30pm. Here's a schedule for September:

Saturday, September 13th
7:30pm Old Time Dance featuring the Dry Hill Draggers

Saturday, September 20th
7:30 Old Time Country Dance featuring The Buck Mountain Band

For more information, visit us online at www.floydcountrystore.com.




Sunday, September 14, 2008
Dublin Lions Club Flea Market (8:00AM)
September 13 and 14th at the New River Valley fairgrounds. The Dublin Lions Club presents the Giant Pulaski County Flea Market. Gates open at 8:00am.

Contact Info : For information call Dublin Lions Club, Inc. 540-980-0071.
Park UMC Homecoming And Playground Dedication (11:00AM)
94th Anniversary Homecoming Special Guest Speaker will be Ann Davis, Director of Children's Ministries and Discipleship for the Virginia Conference. Worship Service: 11:00 a.m., followed by dedication of the Park Playground. There will be a potluck lunch in the church fellowship hall, immediately following the playground dedication. Park UMC 306 Park Street, Christiansburg

Contact Info : 382-4062 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Open Company Dance Class (3:15PM)
Modern Dance technique Open Company Class with d a n a h b e l l a DanceWorks Sundays, 315-430 (beginning 9/7/08) Admission Free.

Contact Info : danah bella Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.danahbelladanceworks.org
Monday, September 15, 2008
Christiansburg Parks And Rec Meeting (6:00PM)
The Christiansburg Parks and Recreation Commission will meet on Monday, September 15 at 6:00 p.m. at the Christiansburg Recreation Center. If anyone is interested in be placed on the agenda, please call Art Price, CPRP, Director of Christiansburg Parks and Recreation at 382-2349 by 4:00 pm on Friday, September 12, 2008.


Radford Fiddle And Banjo Jam On The Coffee Mill Sidewalk (7:00PM)
The Coffee Mill invites you to come join in this bluegrass jam session. You can join in with your own instrument or just enjoy the sounds. They advise that you come early to get your table as a large crowd typically gathers. Whether you're an old-school bluegrass fan or just a college student looking for live entertainment, The Coffee Mill is the place to be.

Contact Info : The Coffee Mill 1144 East Main Street Radford, VA 24141 540-267-2008 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://coffeemillonline.com
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Blacksburg Old Time Jam At Gillies Restaurant (7:00PM)
Open jam featuring old-time mountain music, every Tuesday night 7-10 PM. Dancers welcome. Special late evening menu available at Gillies Restaurant. For more information call 540.961.2703.


Wednesday, September 17, 2008
New River Valley Express Network (12:00PM)
September 17th at 12:00noon. Holiday Inn University in Blacksburg. Nonprofit organization allows women to invest in their professional development and success. Part of the American Business Women's Association. For more information call (540) 552-5592.


Blacksburg Farmer's Market - Wednesdays (2:00PM)
Wednesdays. 2:00pm to 7:00pm. Fresh and organic produce, meats, fruit, eggs, baked goods, crafts and more. Live music the first Wednesday of each month from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. At the Draper Ave and Roanoke Street in Blacksburg.

Contact Info : For more information call 540-239-8290.
Tumble Bears Gymnastics (4:15PM)

Tumbling for preschool , kindergarten, and 1st grade boys and girls.

Tumbling skills, warm ups, listing skills.

You'd never know we put results ahead of fun!

Class is held every Wednesday at 4:15pm for 3&4 year olds.

5:00 pm for 5&6 year olds.

Location 44 Fourth St ,Pulaski.

Center Stage School of Dance

 



Contact Info : Call 540-980-0632. Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://facnrv.org
Special Olympics To Host “A Taste Of Inspiration†(5:00PM)

Special Olympics Virginia Area Nine will be hosting a wine tasting, featuring foods from popular local restaurants, and a silent auction at Lane Stadium’s South End Zone Club at Virginia Tech on Wednesday, Sept 17. A Taste of Inspiration, presented by Sands Anderson Marks & Miller, Prosperity Mortgage, StellarOne and DudleyCreative will benefit Special Olympics in the New River Valley and surrounding areas.

This fundraising event will provide participants with a business-casual evening of fun and festivities, while showcasing the many opportunities Special Olympics provides in our community. 
The South End Zone Club provides a great vista for the event. Guests will sample specialty dishes from various local restaurants and taste different selections from local wineries, and wines from around the globe, hosted by Vintage Cellar in Blacksburg.

Participating restaurants include Awful Arthur’s, Champs, Zeppoli’s, The Cellar, Texas Roadhouse, Kroger, Backstreets and Our Daily Bread. Along with the opportunity to network and learn more about Special Olympics, guests will be invited to bid on various items donated from area vendors or benefactors. All proceeds will benefit local athletes in their year-round training and competition programs.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.tasteofinspiration.org



Contact Info : For more information about A Taste of Inspiration or about the many opportunities with Special Olympics in our area, contact us at swoffice@specialolympicsva.org or 951-2918. Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.tasteofinspiration.org
Thursday, September 18, 2008
2008 Pesticide Disposal Program (9:00AM)
The Virginia Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services and the Virginia Pesticide Control Board will be sponsoring the 2008 Pesticide Disposal Program. Unwanted pesticides will be collected at the Montgomery County Government Center on Roanoke Street in Christiansburg on September 18 from 9AM-1PM. Only unwanted pesticides will be collected.  Other materials that have been contaminated with pesticides (for example pesticide contaminated fertilizer) will not be accepted. Participants should complete a registration form that can be found online at: