Wednesday, June 16
The Patrick County Food Bank will distribute food boxes from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. For more information call 276-694-6300.
The Patrick County Planning Commission will meet at noon at Piedmont Community Services. Anyone wishing to make a public comment should contact Ann Foley by calling (276) 693-2211 or emailing ann.foley@dss.virginia.gov.
The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce will hold a marketing workshop at noon on Zoom. Contact Rebecca Adcock at 276-694-6012 or via email at patcchamber@embarqmail.com for help with registration.
Thursday, June 17
The Tourism Advisory Council’s monthly meeting begins at 6 p.m. in the Visitor’s Center, located at 126 North Main Street, Stuart.
Ararat Ruritan Club will hold a canvas painting class at 6 p.m. Pre-register by sending $25 in advance via PayPal to Pamela Renea or call 276-226-6931.
Friday, June 18
Willis Gap Community Center will hold an open jam. Doors open at 6 p.m. All skill levels are invited and there will be a 50/50 drawing. For more information, call 276-251-9906, email marhill196648@yahoo.com, or visit the Facebook page, Facebook.com/WillisGapCommunityCenterOpenJam.
Saturday, June 19
The Fieldale Recreation Center will hold a Fundraiser Concert from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The band “FATZ” will perform. Admission is $5. Bring your own chair, but no coolers. Concessions and beer will be available, and CDC COVID guidelines will be followed during the concert.
The Ararat Ruritan Club will hold a Bingo Night starting at 4:30 p.m. with games starting at 6 p.m. The Jackpot starts at $500 for wining coverall games in 48 calls or less. In no-one wins, one additional call is added and $100 is added to the jackpot for next month’s game. A regular game set is $20 with each additional game set costing $10 and $5 per coverall. Concessions also will be available.
Monday, June 21
The Patrick Henry Community College Board will hold a special called meeting at 12 p.m. To join the meeting go to https://vccs.zoom.us/j/84439663752. The meeting ID is 844 3966 3752.
Ongoing
The Stuart Farmer’s Market is open every Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. For up-to-date availability and produce, visit Facebook.com/StuartFarmersMarket.
Middle Cross Missionary Baptist Church will hold Vacation Bible School June 27 to June 30 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for ages 5-15. No registration is necessary.
The Coffee Break Café offers live music every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Bring an instrument and join in, or just come and listen.
This June, MHC Coalition for Health and Wellness is celebrating Men’s Health Month and reminding men that one step toward good health is regular health exams and routine preventive care. MHCCHW offers “no contact” application assistance for Virginia’s free or low-cost MEDICAID plans for Virginians under 65, who meet income requirements. Questions can be answered and applications completed by phone. Call or text Ann Walker at 276-732-0509 to see if you qualify. Coverage may be available for your entire family.
Tai Chi classes will start at the Stuart Farmer’s Market Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. from June 15 to Aug. 17. For more information call Keith at 540-493-2683.
