WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11
FREE MEAL/FOOD DISTRIBUTION: church van available to pick up people on Wednesday and on Sunday mornings, to ride call the church at 694-6357; doors open at 5:30 p.m., meal at 6 p.m., food bank ministry open Mon., Wed. and Fri. from 3 to 5 p.m.; Patrick Springs Pentecostal Holiness Church.
COME TO THE TABLE: a 12-step program centered in the word of God and Jesus Christ, the chain breaker; bring hurts, hang-ups and leave them; facilitator: Revonda Anderson; for information call Anderson at (276) 229-7462 or Pastor David Heath at (276) 694-7614 or see www.mayomountainchurch.com; meets each Wednesday at 5:30 p.m., Mayo Mountain Church.
THURSDAY, APRIL 12
PATRICK COUNTY SHOWCASE: see what Patrick County has to offer: businesses, clubs, organizations and more; many businesses hiring (bring resumes); admission: $2 or two canned items that will be donated to the Patrick County Food Bank; businesses interested in participating should call the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce office to sign up for a booth ($50 for chamber members, $100 for non-members); 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 7 p.m., Memorial Building, Rotary Field, Stuart.
PATRICK COUNTY SENIORS MEETING: entertainment by Johnny Joyce; bring a favorite dish to share; for information on upcoming Patrick County Senior events and trips call the Patrick County Recreation Department at 694-3917; 11 a.m., John D. Hooker Building, Rotary Field, Stuart.
NUTS AND BOLTS OF DIABETES: instructor: Carla Horton, RN, CDE; call Cheryl at (276) 398-1203 to register; sponsored by Tri-Area Community Health Centers; 5:30 to 7 p.m., Blue Ridge Regional Library, 116 W. Blue Ridge St., Stuart.
12-STEP PROGRAM: to a closer walk with God, call Israel Ashworth at (276) 229-9392; meets each Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.; Harvest Worship Center fellowship hall.
FRIDAY, APRIL 13
MUSIC NIGHT: $4 admission, concessions available at 5 p.m., open mic at 5:30 p.m., music by Lawson Creek Grass and Timber Trail to follow; Spencer-Penn Centre, 475 Spencer Penn Rd., Spencer.
CORSAGE MAKING CLASS: instructor: Becky Dodson; make a corsage for Mother’s Day or the prom; all supplies provided; cost: $10 for members and $15 for non-members; must pre-register by April 10; call (276) 957-5757; Spencer-Penn Centre, Spencer.
MUSIC/ROOK/FOOD: music by Jim Philpott and Tim Stegall and Friends; 10 a.m. to noon; Rook begins at 8:30 a.m.; breakfast ($5) and lunch ($6) available; HJDB Event Center, Riverside Dr., Bassett.
FRIDAY-SATURDAY, APRIL 13-14
YARD SALE/BAKE SALE/CRUISE IN/LUNCH: sausage and ham biscuits, sodas, water and coffee for sale both days; Sat.: cruise in (bring car any time after 8 a.m. and food to donate to the church food pantry), bake sale (8 a.m.), lunch of hot dogs, barbecue and chili beans around 10:30 a.m.; yard sale begins at 8 a.m. both days; Providence United Methodist Church, Providence Drive, Patrick Springs.
PIG COOKIN’ CONTEST: cooking begins on Friday, food ready to eat on Sat.; entertainment includes music and cloggers, pig patty raffle, and Barnival (children’s activities on ballfield; $2 admission); antique cars cruise-in, Civil War encampment, craft and vendor booths, photography exhibit, silent auction, pig bike ride; call (276) 957-5757 for information; cooking begins at 9 p.m. Fri., food available at 11 a.m. Sat.; Spencer-Penn Centre.
SATURDAY, APRIL 14
STEP CAR SHOW: classics, street rods, muscle cars and trucks welcome; trophies awarded; registration for vehicles is $15, free admission for visitors; refreshments available; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Faith Fellowship Church, 100 Wirtz Rd., 220 north of Rocky Mount.
CRUISE-IN: at the pig cooking contest, pre-register cars, parking on asphalt limited to first 30 cars; call (276) 957-5757 for details; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Spencer-Penn Centre.
PIG BIKE RIDE: three road routes, 16, 32 and 50 miles; pre registration guarantees a t-shirt; registration fee: $25; sign in from 8:15 to 8:45 a.m., ride leaves at 9 a.m.; Spencer-Penn Centre.
SPAGHETTI DINNER: includes spaghetti, salad, bread, homemade desserts and drinks; eat-in and takeout available; donations accepted, 5 p.m., Concord United Methodist Church, 1497 Concord Church Rd., Stuart.
SUNDAY, APRIL 15
COMMUNITY TOWN HALL: with Congressional candidate Anthony Flaccavento of Abingdon, who is running for the seat of representative in the Ninth District; includes a question and answer session; 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., John D. Hooker Building, Rotary Field, Stuart.
AUTHOR’S RECEPTION: for first-time author Bonnie Turner, who will read an excerpt from her book “The Eyes of Freya” and talk about becoming an author; refreshments; 2 to 4 p.m., Creative Arts Center, downtown Stuart.
SUNDAY-WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15-18
REVIVAL: with Rev. Richard Lowman, 6 p.m., Raven Rock Wesleyan Church.
MONDAY, APRIL 16
BIBLE STUDY: taught by Clyde DeLoach, will meet each Monday, for information call 694-3322; 6 p.m., Stuart United Methodist Church.
ROOK/BIBLE STUDY: breakfast ($5) at 8:30 a.m. and lunch ($6) available at 11:30 a.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Friday; Rook games from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Bible study at 11 a.m., room 6; HJDB Event Center, Riverside Drive, Bassett.
PCHS OPEN SHOP NIGHT: open each Monday; $10 annual fee; equipment available: ARC welders, MIG welders, torches, planers (10 boards per person per night), table saw, jointer, wood lathes, and many other metal and woodworking tools; for information contact Jonathan Wood at jonathan.wood@patrick.k12.va.us or (276) 694 6078; shop closed if 12 month employees do not report or are released early; 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Agriculture Shop, Patrick County High School, 215 Cougar Lane, Stuart.
FLOYD QUILT GUILD MEETING: business meeting, show and tell (theme: bring Challenge Quilts from the past), and social time; “Challenge Quilts: A Quilter’s Menu” will be revealed and receive their approval from members, bring quilts even if not finished; 10 a.m., Floyd Center for the Arts, 220 Parkway Lane, Floyd.
TUESDAY, APRIL 17
VOICES: in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, sponsored by Southside Survivor Response Center; empower, encouragement, end victim blaming, for information call Sandy Dawson at (276) 692 5504; special guests, special music, light refreshments; 6:30 p.m., Honduras Coffee Shop, Main St., Stuart.
WIRED RECOVERY: peer run recovery center that offers support for anyone dealing with substance abuse and mental health issues; provides certified peer recovery specialists, certified WRAP facilitator, one-on-one peer counseling and WRAP classes; for information call Jackie Scales at (276) 340-5221 or Jeff Roher at (276) 352-8902 or email wiredrecoverypc@gmail.com; serving brunch from 11 a.m. to noon, 9 a.m. to noon, Stuart United Methodist Church, 108 E. Blue Ridge St., Stuart.
JOURNEY SUPPORT GROUP MEETING: compassionate support group to assist individuals during their journey through grief and loss; a grief support group offers a place to talk about thoughts and feelings and learn healthy ways to cope after a death; get support from other participants; meetings are for those who have experienced the loss of a loved one, job, divorce, relationship, pet or other; call (276) 694-4361; group facilitators: Patricia Crissman, RN psychiatric nurse and Glenn Leonard, Hospice volunteer; Tuesdays, 6 to 7 p.m., group room (second front entrance), Piedmont Community Services, 22280 Jeb Stuart Hwy., Stuart.
PATRICK HENRY PATRIOTS MEETING: see the film “Dunkirk,” 6:30 p.m., Spencer-Penn Centre, Spencer.
JOB FAIR: explore career and job opportunities with over 17 employers including Henry County Sheriff’s Department, Georgia Pacific, Epic Health Partners, Ameristaff, Virginia Mirror and more; for information contact Chris Niblett, career services coordinator, at cniblett@patrickhenry.edu or (276) 656-5483; come dressed for success and bring resume; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Patrick Henry Community College, Walker Building, 645 Patriot Ave., Martinsville.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18
FREE MEAL/FOOD DISTRIBUTION: church van available to pick up people on Wednesday and on Sunday mornings, to ride call the church at 694-6357; doors open at 5:30 p.m., meal at 6 p.m., food bank ministry open Mon., Wed. and Fri. from 3 to 5 p.m.; Patrick Springs Pentecostal Holiness Church.
COME TO THE TABLE: a 12-step program centered in the word of God and Jesus Christ, the chain breaker; bring hurts, hang-ups and leave them; facilitator: Revonda Anderson; for information call Anderson at (276) 229-7462 or Pastor David Heath at (276) 694-7614 or see www.mayomountainchurch.com; meets each Wednesday at 5:30 p.m., Mayo Mountain Church.
THURSDAY, APRIL 19
BOOK CLUB: book: “Botany of Desire: A Plant’s Eye View of the World” by Michael Pollan; May book: “Life After Life” by Kate Atkinson; meets each third Thursday; 3 p.m., Spencer-Penn Centre.
SATURDAY, APRIL 21
HAMBURGER STEAK DINNER: includes coleslaw, baked potato, rolls and drink for $8 per plate; 4 to 7 p.m., Moorefield Store Volunteer Fire Department.
COUNTRY BREAKFAST: menu: pancakes, gravy, country ham, baked apples, sausage, homemade biscuits, bacon, eggs, coffee, orange juice, and water; adult plate: $7; child’s plate: $3.50; eat in or take out, call in orders to 930-2113; sponsored by the fire dept. and ladies’ auxiliary, 6:30 to 10 a.m., Fairystone Volunteer Fire Department, 6687 Fairystone Park Hwy., Stuart.
PATRICK COUNTY MUSIC ASSOCIATION: food available, open jam at 4:45 p.m., Highway South at 6 p.m., Jason Harris and Friends at 7 p.m., doors open at 4:30 p.m.; Rotary Building, 420 Woodland Dr., Stuart.
MOUNTAIN TOP FIRE/RESCUE SUPPORT TEAM SUPPER: menu: meatloaf, baked potato, sides, roll, dessert and drink; adult plate: $8; child’s plate: $5; 4:30 to 7 p.m., Meadows of Dan Community Building.
HAMBURGER STEAK DINNER: includes hamburger steak, French fries, baked beans, slaw, rolls, dessert and soft drink; $8 per plate; call-in orders welcome at (276) 629-7677; sponsored by the ladies’ auxiliary; 4 to 7 p.m., Patrick Henry Fire Department, County Line Rd.
SUNDAY-WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22-25
REVIVAL: with Evangelist Randy Roberts; special singing by: Sun., The Patrick County High School Praise Team; Mon., Marsha and Lauren Sizemore; Tue., One-Eighty; Wed., TBA; nursery provided; for information call (336) 793-7991; High Point Baptist Church, 2381 Big A School Rd., Stuart; pastor: Wayne Moore.
MONDAY, APRIL 23
DEMENTIA EDUCATION SESSION: free admission, presented by The Longest Day (Alzheimer’s Association), for enlightenment of all caregivers, learn new communication strategies, gain fresh insights into behaviors associated with dementia; refreshments will be served; call (276) 694-3050 for information; 10 to 11:30 a.m., The Landmark Assisted Living Center and Memory Care Neighborhood, 105 Landmark Drive, Stuart.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25
DMV 2 GO VISIT: wireless office on wheels offers all DMV services including new or renewal lD cards and driver’s licenses, copies of driving record; vehicle titles, license plates, decals, transcripts; purchase hunting or fishing licenses and temporary boat registrations; apply for copies of Virginia birth, death, marriage and divorce certificates; obtain E-Z Pass transponders; update address, voter registration or organ donor status; order disabled parking placards or plates; request a personal ID number to set up a DMV account and more; 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Patrick Henry Community College parking lot, Stuart.
FRIDAY, APRIL 27
SPAGHETTI SUPPER: menu: spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, homemade desserts and drinks; vegetarian sauce available (ask for it); adult plates: $8; children’s plates (under 12): $3.50; extra desserts: $1.50; eat in or take out; 50/50 raffle; all proceeds go to maintain the property; for local delivery call June at 634-6002, 4 to 7 p.m., Dobyns Community Center, 1195 Rye Cove Rd., Stuart, one mile north of Dobyns Rd.
WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP LUNCHEON: panel discussion on local topics related to women who are leaders or aspire to become leaders; encouragement and networking and discussion around the “Me Too” movement, balancing career and family; tips for being the best at your leadership role; cost: $25 if registering before April 13; $30 after April 14; pre-registration required by visiting ph.augusoft.net or calling (276) 656-0260; 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Patrick Henry Community College, Frith Exhibit Hall, Martinsville.
FRIDAY-SUNDAY, APRIL 27-29
SPRING REVIVAL: with Pastors Randy and Patricia Shankle from Marshville, N.C., who have traveled extensively over the U.S. with their ministry; Patricia is also the author of “The Protector: The Randy Shankle Story,” a book about her husband as he served as both a pastor and a policeman in a desolate area; music by the Mayo Mountain Church Praise and Worship Team; 7 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m. Sun.; Mayo Mountain Church, 3977 Dry Pond Hwy., Stuart.
SATURDAY, APRIL 28
ROY KOGER MEMORIAL CRUISE-IN/BREAKFAST: show and tell, local classics, quality cars, motorcycles; no charge, no prizes; food and fellowship; for information call 629-2662; devotions by Pastor Chad Janey; 8 a.m., Blackberry Baptist Church, 3241 Stones Dairy Rd., Bassett.
SUNDAY, APRIL 29
MEN’S DAY SERVICE: Sunday school at 9:45 a.m., worship service at 11 a.m., Blackberry Baptist Church, 3241 Stones Dairy Rd., Bassett.
FIFTH SUNDAY EVENING SINGING: with special music by Debbie Bennett; free admission; 7 p.m., Peters Creek Baptist Church.
SUNDAY-WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29-MAY 2
REVIVAL: speaker: Rev. Cliff West; special singing each night; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sun.; 7 p.m. Mon.-Wed.; Mountain View Pentecostal Holiness Church, 497 Hatcher’s Chapel Rd., Claudville.
FRIDAY, MAY 4
BINGO: bags, baskets and gift cards, kids’ games and prizes, door prizes; hot dogs, drinks and snacks for sale; proceeds to benefit Peters Creek Baptist Church youth summer camp; doors open at 6 p.m., games begin at 7 p.m., Patrick Springs Fire Department.
FRIDAY-SATURDAY, MAY 4-5
FIDO’S BIG BASEMENT SALE: indoor yard sale/basement sale sponsored by the Martinsville-Henry County SPCA; antiques, household goods, collectibles, furniture and more; all proceeds benefit the SPCA; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fri.; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat.; 133 East Main St., UpTown Martinsville.
SATURDAY, MAY 5
OPEN HOUSE: free hot dog, chips and drink while they last; open mic from 5 to 8 p.m.; Dominion Valley Park.
