Grand Classic Cruise In (4:00PM)
Every Saturday from 4:00pm to 8:00pm in the KMart parking lot in Christiansburg. All car enthusiasts welcome. Antiques, classics, hot rods, street rods, low riders, motorcycles.

Contact Info : For more information call Dale Echols at (540) 320-1911

Oktoberfest Is Back At Mountain Lake. (5:00PM)
Oktoberfest is back at Mountain Lake. The dates are October 31st and November 1st. The schedule of events start at 5:00pm with the Bierarten featuring German Beers, Wines and Spiced Cider until 10:00pm. From 5:00pm to 6:00pm there will be an Appetizer Grill with German Sausages, Fresh Bake Rolls and Condiments. The Feast of Oktoberfest runs from 6:00pm to 8:00pm with a traditional German buffet, a cold banquet table, a carving station with roasted pig and a Fresh Baked Pastry and Sweets Bar. The entertainment gets underway at 7:00pm with the Saurkraut Band, a German Oompah Band. Tickets are $35.00 per person for adults and children ages 12 and over and $17.50 for children 4 - 11. Alcoholioc beverages are extra.

Contact Info : Call 800.346.3334 before the tickets are sold out!!!!!!

Saturday Night Dance In Floyd (7:30PM)
Saturday, November 1st at 7:30. It's a Saturday Night Old Time Dance at the Floyd Country Store. The White Top Mountain Band will be performing so you can kick up your heels or just watch and listen. Either way, it will be a good time at the Floyd Country Store.

Contact Info : For more information call 540-745-4653 Url: http://www.floydcountrystore.com/

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

King Street Road Closure (7:00AM)
The Hubbard Street end of King Street will be closed beginning Monday, November 3 - Wednesday, November 5 to perform shoulder repairs.

Contact Info : For more information, call Brandon Steele at (540) 961-1126.

Blacksburg Leaf Collection Schedule (8:00AM)
November 3rd - West Side

Contact Info : For additional information regarding Leaf Collection, Brush Collection, Christmas Tree Collection, or Fall and Spring Cleanup, call the Refuse and Recycling Office at (540) 961-1806 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.blacksburg.gov/recycling

Blacksburg Community Strings Rehearsal (7:00PM)
Mondays at 7:00pm at the Blacksburg Community Center, 725 Patrick Henry Drive in Blacksburg. A community of string players open to any violin, viola, cello or double bass player in the area. All ages and skill levels welcome. Serving the community through formal concerts, special events and community service performances. Rehearsals every Monday, always accepting new musicians. Most rehearsals are at the Blacksburg Community Center, but check the website for the latest rehearsal schedule.

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

The Opera Is Coming To Town (8:00PM)
Virginia Tech Department of Music University Chamber Music series presents Opera Roanoke’s production of Gustav Mahler’s Das Lied von der Erde on Monday, Nov. 3 at 8:00 pm in Blacksburg’s Lyric Theatre.

This Southwest Virginia premiere of Arnold Schonberg’s ingenious transcription for chamber orchestra features mezzo-soprano Nancy Maultsby, tenor Donald George and Opera Roanoke’s Artistic Director Steven White conducting the Roanoke Symphony Chamber Orchestra. Opening the concert will be George Frederick Handel’s gilded vocal music performed by soprano Elizabeth Futral.

Tickets are $15 for general admission, $10 for seniors, and $5 for students and are available in advance through the University Unions and Student Activities Box Office

GO VOTE!!!! (6:00AM)

VOTE TODAY!

Blacksburg Transit To Provide Election Day Service To Polls (7:00AM)
Blacksburg Transit will provide Election Day transportation service to voting locations within the Town of Blacksburg. Service will operate from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday November 4, 2008 to the following voting locations:

Blacksburg Library, Blacksburg Middle School
Blacksburg Community Center on Patrick Henry
Gilbert Linkous Elementary
Luther Memorial Lutheran Church
Margaret Beeks Elementary
Slusser Chapel
St. Michaels Lutheran Church

For detailed information regarding your district and voting location please visit the Montgomery County Registrar’s Office at http://www.montva.com/ or call (540) 382-5741. For up to date detailed information regarding Election Day Service visit the Blacksburg Transit Website at http://www.btransit.org/ or call (540) 961-1185 for service questions.

Mock Presidential Election (9:00AM)
The Blacksburg Aquatic Center is having a mock presidential election Tuesday November 4, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.  Children 17 and younger are welcome to cast their vote.

Contact Info : For more information, call (540) 961-1852.

Professional Development Day (9:00AM)
Tuesday, November 4th. Montgomery County Public Schools will be having a Professional Development Day. More than 60 PreK-12 workshops will be held to extend teaching strategies for staff members.  A Wellness Fair is also being held at Christiansburg High School for all MCPS employees.  Over 20 booths and wellness activities are planned.  Employees can view healthy food demonstrations, receive health risk appraisals and diabetes training, sign up for wellness activities, receive flu shots at a reduced cost, etc.

New River Land Trust Meeting (6:00PM)
The New River Land Trust has set meetings in Montgomery and Giles Counties to explain conservation easements to landowners. We will explain the current generous tax and cash incentives for protecting farms, forests and open spaces. A conservation easement allows a family to ensure that their land remains as working farm or productive forests while providing limited development rights. A family can harvest the development premium on their land to reinvest in their farm or retirement account while still continuing all the farm’s traditional uses.

Virginia now has the most generous tax incentives for easements in the nation. The Federal Government has also approved the most generous federal tax deductions in history for conserving family lands. The meetings are free and everyone is invited to attend.

• Montgomery County—November 4, 6-8 p.m.
  Riner—Sinkland Farm Ice Cream Shop • 3060 Riner Road (Route 8) • Riner
• Giles County—November 6, 6-8 p.m.
  Newport Community Center (Old School) • Route 42 (Bluegrass Trail) • Newport

The meetings are made possible thanks to a U.S. Forest Service Redesign Grant through the Virginia Department of Forestry.

Contact Info : Contact John Eustis at the New River Land Trust at 540.951.1704 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

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.

Blacksburg Master Chorale (7:30PM)
Every Tuesday, from 7:30pm to 9:30pm. Blacksburg Master Chorale, under the direction of Brian Gendron, meets at the Blacksburg Presbyterian Church, 701 Church St. S.E. in Blacksburg. Membership dues are $35 plus cost of music.

Contact Info : For more information contact Patty Waring, (540) 562-0801 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.blacksburgmasterchorale.com

Blacksburg Sports Club Meeting (11:30AM)
Wednesday, November 5th. This week's speaker is Seth Greenberg, Men's Basketball Coach of the Virginia Tech Hokies. 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.

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 First Wednesday - Harvest Home (5:00PM)
First Wednesday in Blacksburg, starting at 5:00pm on November 5th:

The Lyric

• Mobile Town Hall: 5:00pm to 5:45pm- Talk with Town Council Member, Susan Anderson
• DMOB Table- Steppin’ Out T’s, Green T’z and George Will’s prints
• Community Show and Tell-Blacksburg Community Band perform on stage at 5:45pm
• Local Artist Showcase-Darcy Meeker- Make aluminum ornaments with Darcy. Meeker. Color them with markers. Emboss them with ballpoints.
• “Elegy” showing 7:00pm and 9:15pm

The Library

• Family Night at 6:30 - stories and crafts for all ages!
• Knits of the Round Table from 6:00-8:00 - participants begin making socks! Please bring your sock pattern and supplies.
• The Girl with the Pearl Earring at 7:00 Join VT Assistant Professor of Art History Michelle Moseley Christian, Ph.D. for a slide show and lively discussion about the story behind Vermeer’s painting, “The Girl with the Pearl Earring”. Tracy Chevalier’s book by the same title will also be discussed.

Around Town

• Farmer’s Market: Open ‘til late, locally grown and harvested apples, pumpkins and other produce.
• Tech Bookstore will be having a local autograph session at the store. Books by the local authors for sale. Serving apple cider.
• The Armory: Steve Bickley, - kinetic sculptures that do cool things
• Food Bank Collections around the town- bring non perishable food items to donate.
• Montgomery County Christmas Store collections- bring new clothes, socks, toys and more to donate at Kent Square Lobby.
• Main Street Inn- Located downtown, walking distance to VT, Dining, theater and shopping.
• Mad Dog- clip this coupon for 20% off
• Xanadu- Save 10% on ALL purchases ALL the time.....Pay by cash and receive 10% OFF every purchase....EVERYDAY!
• Fringe Benefit - Buy one item; get second item half off- Tuesday and Wednesday only.
• Tech Bookstore-Books to see you through the winter!

Contact Info : 540.230.8022 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.downtownblacksburg.com

Virginia Tech E-Waste Recycling (9:00AM)
November 6th thru November 8th at the Old Blacksburg Middle School at 501 Main Street. Bring your old and unwanted electronic equipment to be recycled responsibly.

Drop-Off Days for School Systems, Commercial Businesses, Colleges and other Institutions:
Thursday, November 6th & Friday, November 7th from 9:00am to 3:00pm

Community Day for Public Electronics:
Saturday, November 8th from 9:00am to 3:00pm.
There is no cost for bringing materials to the E-Waste recycling event.

The following items are acceptable for recycling:

Computers & Accessories
Cables
CD-ROM/DVD Drives
CPUs
All-in-One CPU/Display
Hubs
Keyboards
Laptops
LCD Displays
Memory
Mice
Monitors
Routers
Servers
Software
Speakers
Switches
UPS Systems
Wires
�
Handheld Devices
Cell Phones
Pagers
PDAs
Two-way Radios
�
Audio & Video Equipment
Camcorders
Cameras
Projection Televisions
Game Systems
Radios
Stereos
Tape Players
Televisions
VCRs
�
Office Equipment
Adding Machines
Electronics in Wood Cabinets
Fax Machines
Photocopiers
Printers
Scanners
Surge Protectors
Telephones
Typewriters
�
�
What Materials Are Not Acceptable for Recycling?
Batteries Not Integral to Computer Systems
Loose Batteries
Cardboard
Contaminated Equipment of Any Type
Cracked or Broken CRT Monitors
Hair Dryers
Hazardous Equipment of Any Type
Hot Curlers
Microwaves
Overhead Projectors
Paper
Styrofoam
Toner Cartridges
Smoke Detectors

Town Of Blacksburg Administrative Offices Closing Early On Thursday (3:00PM)
All Town of Blacksburg Administrative Offices will be closing at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 6, to accommodate parking and visitors coming to town for the Virginia Tech - Maryland football game. Offices will re-open on Friday, November 7 at 8:00 a.m.

Contact Info : For more information, please call (540) 961-1130

12th Annual "Hokies For The Hungry" Food Drive (6:00PM)
November 6th. The Marching Virginians sponsor this canned food drive in conjunction with the Virginia Tech vs. University of Maryland football game. The goal is to collect 66,233 cans of food (one can from every fan). Victor "Macho" Harris is the honorary chairperson for the event. Drop canned food at all four corners of Lane Stadium and various tailgate locations.

Contact Info : For more information call Kara James at (540) 525-0290 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

New River Land Trust Meeting (6:00PM)
The New River Land Trust has set a meeting in Giles County to explain conservation easements to landowners. We will explain the current generous tax and cash incentives for protecting farms, forests and open spaces. A conservation easement allows a family to ensure that their land remains as working farm or productive forests while providing limited development rights. A family can harvest the development premium on their land to reinvest in their farm or retirement account while still continuing all the farm’s traditional uses.

Virginia now has the most generous tax incentives for easements in the nation. The Federal Government has also approved the most generous federal tax deductions in history for conserving family lands. The meetings are free and everyone is invited to attend.

Giles County—November 6, 6-8 p.m.
Newport Community Center (Old School) • Route 42 (Bluegrass Trail) • Newport

The meetings are made possible thanks to a U.S. Forest Service Redesign Grant through the Virginia Department of Forestry.

Contact Info : Contact John Eustis at the New River Land Trust at 540.951.1704 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Thursday Night Football In Blacksburg! (7:30PM)
It will be a rowdy crowd as the Hokies take to Worsham Field on Thursday night to take on the Maryland Terripins. Maryland will be looking to avenge a 2004, Thursday night loss where the Hokies ran wild for a 55 to 6 victory. Gametime is 7:30pm and will be televised on ESPN. Radio coverage will be on 105.3, The Bear.

The Afromotive Performs At The Lantern On Thursday, November 6 (10:00PM)
The Afromotive Performs at The Lantern on Thursday, November 6th, 2008 The Lantern 211 Draper Rd www.thelanternblacksburg.com 540-951-1019 21+; $12 10pm (Blacksburg, VA) The Afromotive takes the stage at the Lantern on Thursday, November 6th at 10pm. This nine piece afrobeat ensemble fuses funk and extended improv to get everyone on the dancefloor up and moving. Based in Asheville, NC, the Afromotive stays true to the elements that started afrobeat music- West African rhythms, song forms, and instrumentation- while bringing the music to the 21st Century through strong song writing, improvisation, and heavy beats. A fan once said, “It’s sounds like James Brown’s band went to Africa.” Bringing funk music back to its African roots is precisely what the Afromotive is doing with their style of high energy poly-rhythmic afrobeat music. Thirty-third generation djembe player Adama Dembele from Cote d‘Ivoire, West Africa brings his vast musical knowledge and touring experience to the Afromotive. These traditional West African rhythms combined with a mentality for upbeat funk music is what the Afromotive brings to its audiences. Other instrumentalists have been trained in funk, jazz, and classical music as well as extensively studying the rhythms of West Africa; collectively they have created a sound that crosses musical and ethnic boundaries. "It's all about the beat. Primal, horn-heavy, with a percussive punch that blends old school funk with tribal rhythms, the pulsating rhythms of afrobeat have crossed cultures and continents to carve out a groove that has touched the backbone of generations of funk lovers... The sounds of West Africa now resonate through the mountains of North Carolina courtesy of Asheville's The Afromotive." Grant Britt, Creative Loafing. On their debut album "Scare Tactics," The Afromotive takes the raw energy of their live performance into the studio. This album is an elaboration on the language of afrobeat music, yielding a truly unique sound that is rooted in tradition. Afrobeat became popular in the 1970's with Fela Kuti bringing West African Music to the mainstream in America and beyond; The Afromotive will help to move this music even further each time they hit the stage. For more information about the Afromotive, visit www.theafromotive.com. ### Press Contact: Erin Scholze Macro-Management and Publicity www.macro-management.com 828.252.3678 828-776-6248 cell macroerin@gmail.com

Contact Info : www.macro-management.com 828.252.3678 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.theafromotive.com

Virginia Tech Research On Type 2 Diabetes (8:00AM)
The Assessment and Cognitive Ergonomics Lab at Virginia Tech is conducting focus groups to understand problems or needs of individuals using blood glucose monitors. We are looking for participants who are 60 years old and over with Type 2 diabetes. Participants will be compensated at $10/hour. If you are interested in participating in this research study, please contact: Dee Miller at 540-231-4301 or sdmiller@vt.edu.

Contact Info : Dee Miller 540-231-4301 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Virginia Tech E-Waste Recycling (9:00AM)
November 6th thru November 8th at the Old Blacksburg Middle School at 501 Main Street. Bring your old and unwanted electronic equipment to be recycled responsibly.

Drop-Off Days for School Systems, Commercial Businesses, Colleges and other Institutions:
Thursday, November 6th & Friday, November 7th from 9:00am to 3:00pm

Community Day for Public Electronics:
Saturday, November 8th from 9:00am to 3:00pm.
There is no cost for bringing materials to the E-Waste recycling event.

The following items are acceptable for recycling:

Computers & Accessories
Cables
CD-ROM/DVD Drives
CPUs
All-in-One CPU/Display
Hubs
Keyboards
Laptops
LCD Displays
Memory
Mice
Monitors
Routers
Servers
Software
Speakers
Switches
UPS Systems
Wires
�
Handheld Devices
Cell Phones
Pagers
PDAs
Two-way Radios
�
Audio & Video Equipment
Camcorders
Cameras
Projection Televisions
Game Systems
Radios
Stereos
Tape Players
Televisions
VCRs
�
Office Equipment
Adding Machines
Electronics in Wood Cabinets
Fax Machines
Photocopiers
Printers
Scanners
Surge Protectors
Telephones
Typewriters
�
�
What Materials Are Not Acceptable for Recycling?
Batteries Not Integral to Computer Systems
Loose Batteries
Cardboard
Contaminated Equipment of Any Type
Cracked or Broken CRT Monitors
Hair Dryers
Hazardous Equipment of Any Type
Hot Curlers
Microwaves
Overhead Projectors
Paper
Styrofoam
Toner Cartridges
Smoke Detectors

Green Living And Energy Expo (10:00AM)
The Green Living and Energy Expo is an educational event that uses exhibits, demonstrations, and workshops to showcase a wide variety of topics including energy conservation, energy efficiency, green building, renewable energy, alternative transportation and more. Admission is free. It is scheduled for November 7 and 8 at the Roanoke Civic Center. Learn more at www.aecp.org or call 540-745-2838.

Contact Info : Billy Weitzenfeld 540-745-2838 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.aecp.org

39th Annual Y Crafts Fair (10:01AM)
November 7th to the 10th. Start your holiday shopping early at this juried crafts fair of over 70 crafters and artisans from 7 states. From pottery and photography to fine arts and jewelry, you'll find a great selection of one-of-a-kind items at the Y Crafts Fair.

Contact Info : YMCA at VT 540-961-9622 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.vtymca.org

VT KnowledgeWorks Technology Showcase (11:30AM)
November 7th from 11:30 to 4:00pm at German Club Manor on Southgate Drive in Blacksburg. The Technology Showcase provides an opportunity to explore and discuss innovative technologies, their providers, and potential relationships for sales, marketing and distribution alliances, production partnerships, joint research opportunities, employment, investment, mergers and acquisitions.

Schedule of events:
• 11:30 a.m. ~ Registration begins and exhibits are open for viewing
• 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. ~ Lunch provided
• 2:00 p.m. ~ Edwin Whitelaw, keynote speaker
• 3:00 p.m. ~ Technology Tailgate, sponsored by LeClairRyan�

Advance registration fees to the Technology Showcase are $35 per person, which includes admission to the main exhibit area and exhibitor presentations, inclusion on the Showcase contact roster (optional) and a box lunch. Registration after November 1 is $50 per person.

Contact Info : Contact Lindsey Eversole at (540) 443-9100 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.vtknowledgeworks.com

First Friday At Art Under The Sun (4:00PM)
November 7th from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. This is the way “those in the know” start their weekends on the first Friday of each month in Floyd. Refreshments and great music greet you as you stroll among the work of local artists. This Friday enjoy Batik by Glenda George & Paintings by Victoria King. 302 S. Locust St. (On State Rd. 8 under the Winter Sun & Café del Sol)

Url: http://www.ArtUnderTheSun.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 (7:30PM)
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 November schedule here:

Friday, November 7
6:30 Janet Turner & Friends
7:30 The Jugbusters
9:00 The McKenzies

Friday, November 14
6:30 Down Home Gospel
7:30 Victory Express Bluegrass
9:00 Snow Creek Old Time Band

Friday, November 21
6:30 Bluegrass Inspiration
7:30 Katie & the Bubbatones
9:00 2 Young 2 Old

Friday, November 28
6:30 Mountain Music Makers
7:30 The Black Twig Pickers
9:00 The Clyde Williams Band

Friday Night High School Football Matchups (7:30PM)
Christiansburg @ Blacksburg (101.7FM / 1430AM)
Radford @ Floyd County (NRVSports.com / 1460AM)
Salem @ Pulaski County (107.1FM)
Auburn @ Giles
Glenvar @ Eastern Montgomery

Blacksburg Leaf Collection Schedule (8:00AM)
December 8th - Revisit heavily wooded areas where leaves have continued to fall

Contact Info : For additional information regarding Leaf Collection, Brush Collection, Christmas Tree Collection, or Fall and Spring Cleanup, call the Refuse and Recycling Office at (540) 961-1806 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.blacksburg.gov/recycling

Virginia Tech Research On Type 2 Diabetes (8:00AM)
The Assessment and Cognitive Ergonomics Lab at Virginia Tech is conducting focus groups to understand problems or needs of individuals using blood glucose monitors. We are looking for participants who are 60 years old and over with Type 2 diabetes. Participants will be compensated at $10/hour. If you are interested in participating in this research study, please contact: Dee Miller at 540-231-4301 or sdmiller@vt.edu.

Contact Info : Dee Miller 540-231-4301 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Boating Safety Course (9:00AM)
Saturday, November 8th from 9:00am to 5:00pm. U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 83 will conduct the Virginia Boating Safety Course at the Claytor Lake Convention Center. This course is free and will increase awareness of rules and regulations, qualify for a discount on boat insurance and permit operation of a PWC (jet ski) legally at ages 14 and 15. Keep in mind that the PWC legal limit will be 21 years old without this course next July 2009.

Contact Info : Register by calling Johnny Garrett at 540.731.8683.

Virginia Tech E-Waste Recycling (9:00AM)
November 6th thru November 8th at the Old Blacksburg Middle School at 501 Main Street. Bring your old and unwanted electronic equipment to be recycled responsibly.

Drop-Off Days for School Systems, Commercial Businesses, Colleges and other Institutions:
Thursday, November 6th & Friday, November 7th from 9:00am to 3:00pm

Community Day for Public Electronics:
Saturday, November 8th from 9:00am to 3:00pm.
There is no cost for bringing materials to the E-Waste recycling event.

The following items are acceptable for recycling:

Computers & Accessories
Cables
CD-ROM/DVD Drives
CPUs
All-in-One CPU/Display
Hubs
Keyboards
Laptops
LCD Displays
Memory
Mice
Monitors
Routers
Servers
Software
Speakers
Switches
UPS Systems
Wires
�
Handheld Devices
Cell Phones
Pagers
PDAs
Two-way Radios
�
Audio & Video Equipment
Camcorders
Cameras
Projection Televisions
Game Systems
Radios
Stereos
Tape Players
Televisions
VCRs
�
Office Equipment
Adding Machines
Electronics in Wood Cabinets
Fax Machines
Photocopiers
Printers
Scanners
Surge Protectors
Telephones
Typewriters
�
�
What Materials Are Not Acceptable for Recycling?
Batteries Not Integral to Computer Systems
Loose Batteries
Cardboard
Contaminated Equipment of Any Type
Cracked or Broken CRT Monitors
Hair Dryers
Hazardous Equipment of Any Type
Hot Curlers
Microwaves
Overhead Projectors
Paper
Styrofoam
Toner Cartridges
Smoke Detectors

Carilion New River Valley Medical Center's 5th Annual Women's Health Event (9:30AM)
November 8th at 9:30am at The Inn at Virginia Tech. Speaker Wayne Sotile, Ph.D. presents. "Self-care for the Superwoman: Composing a Balanced Life," a compassionate workshop with an authority on women’s health teaches small changes that make big differences. Learn what the latest research says about the personal and family effects of multiple roles. Dr. Sotile shares the real-life solutions discovered by women from all walks of life and in various stages of their journeys. This inspiring presentation will help you to avoid or move beyond the anxiety-guilt-anger triad that so many women report. Topics include:
• The Truth About Multiple Roles
• The Effects of a Mother’s Work on Her Children
• Is Sequencing the Key?
• Balancing Self-Care with Other-Care
• Resolving Role Conflicts
• What to Do When Your Partner Has a High-Powered Career
• Dealing with Guilt and Anger
• Truth, Power and Wisdom: Women at Midlife
• Finding Your Own Voice

Contact Info : For more information contact Carilion Direct at (800) 422-8482 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Green Living And Energy Expo (10:00AM)
The Green Living and Energy Expo is an educational event that uses exhibits, demonstrations, and workshops to showcase a wide variety of topics including energy conservation, energy efficiency, green building, renewable energy, alternative transportation and more. Admission is free. It is scheduled for November 7 and 8 at the Roanoke Civic Center. Learn more at www.aecp.org or call 540-745-2838.

Contact Info : Billy Weitzenfeld 540-745-2838 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.aecp.org

39th Annual Y Crafts Fair (10:01AM)
November 7th to the 10th. Start your holiday shopping early at this juried crafts fair of over 70 crafters and artisans from 7 states. From pottery and photography to fine arts and jewelry, you'll find a great selection of one-of-a-kind items at the Y Crafts Fair.

Contact Info : YMCA at VT 540-961-9622 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.vtymca.org

Tales Of Suspense Dinner Theatre (6:30PM)
Chateau Morrisette invites you to a dinner theatre event this November 8 at 6:30pm. Join us for a three-course dinner followed by a suspenseful evening of theatre in the Morrisette Room. So make your plans now to gather around our theatrical campfire for “Tales of Suspense.” The edge of your seat is waiting! $65 per person includes tax and gratuity.

"Give 'Em Hell, Harry" (8:00AM)
November 9th at 2:00pm. Bob Gribben uses props and feisty charm to portray Harry Truman in Give ‘em Hell, Harry. Following his one-man show at the Christiansburg Library, everyone is invited to the Montgomery Museum, 300 Pepper Street, to Chat with Harry at a reception at 3:30 p.m.  The Christiansburg library is located at 125 Sheltman St.

Contact Info : For more information contact Linda Spivey at (540) 382-6965 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://mfrl.org

Virginia Tech Research On Type 2 Diabetes (8:00AM)
The Assessment and Cognitive Ergonomics Lab at Virginia Tech is conducting focus groups to understand problems or needs of individuals using blood glucose monitors. We are looking for participants who are 60 years old and over with Type 2 diabetes. Participants will be compensated at $10/hour. If you are interested in participating in this research study, please contact: Dee Miller at 540-231-4301 or sdmiller@vt.edu.

Contact Info : Dee Miller 540-231-4301 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

39th Annual Y Crafts Fair (10:01AM)
November 7th to the 10th. Start your holiday shopping early at this juried crafts fair of over 70 crafters and artisans from 7 states. From pottery and photography to fine arts and jewelry, you'll find a great selection of one-of-a-kind items at the Y Crafts Fair.

Contact Info : YMCA at VT 540-961-9622 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.vtymca.org

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

Glade Road Closure (7:00AM)
A section of the 3100 block of Glade Road, (near intersection with Meadowbrook Drive), will be closed from November 10th thru the November 13th from 7:00am to 5:00pm in order for a contractor to replace the guardrail on the bridge. The work will require that one lane be closed at a time. Flaggers will be on site to direct traffic through the work area.

Contact Info : For more information, call Randy Formica at (540) 961-1126.

Blacksburg Leaf Collection Schedule (8:00AM)
November 10th - East Side

Contact Info : For additional information regarding Leaf Collection, Brush Collection, Christmas Tree Collection, or Fall and Spring Cleanup, call the Refuse and Recycling Office at (540) 961-1806 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.blacksburg.gov/recycling

Virginia Tech Research On Type 2 Diabetes (8:00AM)
The Assessment and Cognitive Ergonomics Lab at Virginia Tech is conducting focus groups to understand problems or needs of individuals using blood glucose monitors. We are looking for participants who are 60 years old and over with Type 2 diabetes. Participants will be compensated at $10/hour. If you are interested in participating in this research study, please contact: Dee Miller at 540-231-4301 or sdmiller@vt.edu.

Contact Info : Dee Miller 540-231-4301 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

39th Annual Y Crafts Fair (10:01AM)
November 7th to the 10th. Start your holiday shopping early at this juried crafts fair of over 70 crafters and artisans from 7 states. From pottery and photography to fine arts and jewelry, you'll find a great selection of one-of-a-kind items at the Y Crafts Fair.

Contact Info : YMCA at VT 540-961-9622 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.vtymca.org

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

Blacksburg Community Strings Rehearsal (7:00PM)
Mondays at 7:00pm at the Blacksburg Community Center, 725 Patrick Henry Drive in Blacksburg. A community of string players open to any violin, viola, cello or double bass player in the area. All ages and skill levels welcome. Serving the community through formal concerts, special events and community service performances. Rehearsals every Monday, always accepting new musicians. Most rehearsals are at the Blacksburg Community Center, but check the website for the latest rehearsal schedule.

Glade Road Closure (7:00AM)
A section of the 3100 block of Glade Road, (near intersection with Meadowbrook Drive), will be closed from November 10th thru the November 13th from 7:00am to 5:00pm in order for a contractor to replace the guardrail on the bridge. The work will require that one lane be closed at a time. Flaggers will be on site to direct traffic through the work area.

Contact Info : For more information, call Randy Formica at (540) 961-1126.

Virginia Tech Research On Type 2 Diabetes (8:00AM)
The Assessment and Cognitive Ergonomics Lab at Virginia Tech is conducting focus groups to understand problems or needs of individuals using blood glucose monitors. We are looking for participants who are 60 years old and over with Type 2 diabetes. Participants will be compensated at $10/hour. If you are interested in participating in this research study, please contact: Dee Miller at 540-231-4301 or sdmiller@vt.edu.

Contact Info : Dee Miller 540-231-4301 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Veteran's Day Parade (10:00AM)
November 11th at 10:00am. Sponsored by Christiansburg High School. The parade begins downtown Christiansburg and ends in the town square at 11:00am. Col. Michael Bumgarner will be the guest speaker.

Contact Info : For more information contact Charlie Elgin at (540) 268-5951.

Veteran's Day Ceremony (11:00AM)
November 11th, 11:00am to be held at Room 117 of Edwards Hall on the campus of New River Community College.  Sponsored by the veterans office of New River Community College. Col. Jon Drushal, commander at the Radford Army Ammunition Plant, will be the guest speaker.

Contact Info : For more information contact jtaylor@nr.edu

Pulaski BREW Workshops (5:30PM)
November 11th from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. A series of Business Resource and Entrepreneurialism 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.

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.

Blacksburg Master Chorale (7:30PM)
Every Tuesday, from 7:30pm to 9:30pm. Blacksburg Master Chorale, under the direction of Brian Gendron, meets at the Blacksburg Presbyterian Church, 701 Church St. S.E. in Blacksburg. Membership dues are $35 plus cost of music.

Contact Info : For more information contact Patty Waring, (540) 562-0801 Email : This e-mail address is being protected f