THURSDAY, AUGUST 2
RUSSELL CREEK CRIME WATCH MEETING: guest speaker: Commonwealth Attorney Stephanie Vipperman – topic: duties of her office. For more information, call Deputy Jason Kruse or Sheriff Dan Smith at 694-3161. 7 p.m., New Hope United Methodist Church.
SONS OF CONFEDERATE VETERANS: Wharton-Stuart Camp of the Sons of Confederate veterans monthly meeting, 7 p.m., Reynolds Homestead.
PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB MEETING: digital photography for amateurs, $24 annual dues, 6 p.m., Spencer-Penn Centre.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 3
FARMERS MARKET: tool sharpening, library services at 9 a.m., locally made items, baked goodies, fresh vegetables, meats, eggs, and goat cheese; 8 a.m. to noon, Stuart Farmers’ Market.
MUSIC/ROOK: Rook games 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., music by Farmer Brothers from 10 a.m. to noon. breakfast available for $5, lunch available for $6. Cookout 6 to 9 p.m., menu includes BBQ, hot dogs, hamburgers, cole slaw, baked beans, chips, desserts, drinks (no alcohol), music. $8 per person or $30 for family of four. For more information, call (276) 629-1369. HJDB Event Center, Bassett.
BLOOD DRIVE: call 1-800-733-2767 to schedule an appointment, 1 to 6 p.m., Blackberry Baptist Church, 3241 Stone Dairy Rd., Bassett.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 4
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: “Shipwrecked-Rescued by Jesus,” Bible study, worship, crafts, lunch, water activities, classes available for ages two to teenagers, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mayo Mountain Church, 3977 Dry Pong Hwy, Stuart. For more information, call 694-7614.
BACK2SCHOOL: sponsored by area churches and community partners, students must register for this event to receive new socks and shoes; backpacks filled with school supplies; and if desired, a haircut. Registration dates are July 14 and July 24. For more information, call (276) 734-9475.
5TH ANNUAL BACK TO SCHOOL PROGRAM FUNDRAISER: registration 10 a.m., kickstands up at 11 a.m., single $15, rider $5, cars and trucks welcome, ride begins at DeHart park in Stuart. All donations benefit the Patrick County Public Schools Back to School program. For information, call JW Young (276) 694-6366.
FUNDRAISER: fundraiser for girl’s orphanage in Haiti. Food available includes: barbeque chicken, green beans, potato salad, slaw, rolls, dessert, and drink for $8 per plate, 4 to 7 p.m., New Hope Church of the Brethren.
BINGO: doors open at 5 p.m., games at 6 p.m., $10 per card or 3 cards for $25, raffle drawing, food available, Meadows of Dan Community Center. For more information, call (276) 952-6395.
FIRST SATURDAY OUTING: free, 6.5 mile paddle on Dan River from Milton Access (Rt. 62 Bridge), 10 a.m. For more information, call Wayne Kirkpatrick at (540) 570-3511 or visit www.danriver.org.
RETIREMENT: Reception for the Rev. Gerald Melton, 2 to 4 p.m., Sycamore Baptist Church, fellowship hall.
SMART-WILLIAMS REUNION: descendants and friends of Clarender and Mamie Williams Smart family, Bring a covered dish. Begins at 12:30 and meal at 1 p.m., Dobyns Community Building on Rye Cove Road.
GOSPEL MUSIC: food will be served, 2 to 3 p.m., front porch bluegrass stage at Poor Farmer’s Farm, Vesta.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 5
DEDICATION: dedication service of new facility and provoking change in the communities. Guest speaker will be Elder Bobby Agnew of St. James Pentecostal Holiness Church in Fieldale. Open house after the service. 3 p.m., Mt. Nebo Holiness Church, 30598 JEB Stuart Hwy, Spencer.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 7
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT: cookout, swimming at the pool, live music, hosted by Patrick County Sheriff’s Office, hot dogs, chips, drinks, 6 to 9 p.m., DeHart Park, Stuart.
GET VERSED: free Bible memorization course taught by Kelly McCarthy. Course runs six consecutive Tuesday nights, 6 to 7 p.m., Stuart Library meeting room. Call (276) 694-4184 to pre-register. Light refreshments will be served.
FARMERS MARKET: great selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, 3 to 6 p.m., Stuart Farmers’ Market.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 9
PATRICK COUNTY SENIORS MEETING: entertainment provided by Junior and Ramona Cassidy, bring your favorite salad to share, 11 a.m., John D. Hooker Building, Rotary Field, Stuart. For more information, call (276) 694-3917.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 10
FARMERS MARKET: Bull Mountain Arts, Team Nurse – blood pressure checks. Fresh vegetables and fruits, meats, eggs, baked items, and more, 8 a.m. to noon, Stuart Farmers’ Market.
FREE COMMUNITY MEAL: food, fun, and fellowship, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Ross-Harbour United Methodist Church, 6260 Elamsville Rd, Stuart. For more information, call (276) 930-1530.
MUSIC NIGHT: concessions at 5 p.m., open mic at 5:30 p.m., The Hard Times Band, Hubert Lawson and The Bluegrass Country Boys, admission $4 donation, Spencer-Penn Centre.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 11
RISE AND SHINE YOUTH MARKET: come shop from local youth that have baked, grown, or created everything they sell, 9 a.m. to noon, Stuart Farmers’ Market.
POLAR BLAST: after vacation Bible School, registration 8:45 a.m., join for a “cold” day in August with snow cones, games, crafts, music, lesson – it’s cool to love Jesus. 9 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., Minnie’s Chapel Wesleyan Church.
MUSIC AT THE PARK: free concert to the public, music provided by Simple Gifts of The Blue Ridge, 7 p.m., Shelter 2, Fairy Stone State Park. The park requires a $5 parking fee at the gate.
HATCHER REUNION: bring food and picnic supplies, 6 p.m., Fairystone Fire Department.
GOSPEL MUSIC: food will be served, 2 to 3 p.m., front porch bluegrass stage at Poor Farmer’s Farm, Vesta.
3RD ANNUAL BIKE RIDE/FISH FRY/CAR SHOW: help Mt. Nebo Holiness Church building fund, ride dedicated to the memory of Doug Hylton. Bike ride registration begins at 9 a.m., ride leaves at 10 a.m., $20 per bike or auto (includes meal). Fish fry is from 9 a.m. until, $8 per plate for fish, $6 per plate for hotdogs. Vendors on site. Rain or shine. Stuart Rotary Field, 420 Woodland Drive, Stuart.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 12
BOYD FAMILY REUNION: family and friends invited, bring musical instruments and covered dish, noon until, Vesta Community Center, Vesta. For more information, call Chris Boyd at (336) 344-2365 or Benny Pendleton at (276) 952-2120.
SUNDAY PROGRAM: Sunday evening program and cookout for families at 6 p.m., Minnie’s Chapel Wesleyan Church.
BACK TO SCHOOL BASH: fun day filled with school supplies, lunch, games, Bingo, and inflatables. Featuring: Dwight Haynes, chalk artist. 10:45 a.m., Mountain View Church of God of Prophecy, 436 Mtn. View Church Rd, Patrick Springs.
CRUISE-IN: music by Soundfactory, 5 to 8 p.m., Lambsburg Community Center. For more information, call (336) 648-2078.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 14
GET VERSED: free Bible memorization course taught by Kelly McCarthy. Course runs six consecutive Tuesday nights, 6 to 7 p.m., Stuart Library meeting room. Call (276) 694-4184 to pre-register. Light refreshments will be served.
FARMERS MARKET: great selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, 3 to 6 p.m., Stuart Farmers’ Market.
BECOME A VA MASTER NATURALIST: class providing education, outreach, and service dedicated to the beneficial management of natural resources and natural areas within the community. Class is from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Virginia Museum of Natural History, Martinsville. For more information, contact Janice Walker at swpmnn@gmail.com. A $60 fee covers materials and dues.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 17
FARMERS MARKET: great selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, 8 a.m. to noon, celebrate all things peachy, Stuart Farmers’ Market.
VIRGINIA STATE PEACH FESTIVAL: music at 5:30 p.m. featuring Big Daddy Love and Sunset Drive, fresh local peaches, contests including best peach cobbler, peach pit spitting, art and craft vendors, historical demonstrations, food vendors, and more. No admission charge and camping is available. Parking fee $5 per car. Food vendors on site. Peach orchards represented. Peach desserts, peach ice cream, peach flavored drinks. Local barbeque available. 4:30 to 10 p.m., DeHart Park, 212 Wood Brothers Drive, Stuart.
GOSPEL MUSIC JAM: Bring your instruments and favorite songs, 7 p.m., Buffalo Ridge Pentecostal Holiness Church, 4698 Woolwine Highway.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 18
MEADOWS OF DAN FOLK FAIR: Live music by The Country Boys and Changing Lanes, handmade items by Cranberry Acre, craft vendors and demonstrations. Blue Ridge Story Space with Mountain Themed Storytelling, children’s activities and more. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the intersection of US Route 58 & the Blue Ridge Parkway (Milepost 178) – events will be held on the streets of Meadows of Dan and at the Meadows of Dan Community Center.
GOSPEL MUSIC: food will be served, 2 to 3 p.m., front porch bluegrass stage at Poor Farmer’s Farm, Vesta.
PROJECT LEADER WORKSHOP: Full Circle speaker tour featuring Irina Creek, a former shoebox recipient, sharing her testimony. Project leader workshop, games, prizes, light refreshments. 7 p.m., Nettle Ridge United Methodist Church, Nettle Ridge Loop, Stuart. For more information, call Sue Hall at (276) 692-8732.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 19
GOARD REUNION: descendents of John P. and Susella Collins Goard, lunch at 1 p.m., Patrick Springs Fire Department, bring a covered dish.
4TH ANNUAL COVERED BRIDGE ICE CREAM SOCIAL: 1950’s decor, cost for ice cream will vary; cruise-in of classic cars, proceeds benefit Virginia Covered Bridge Festival, 2 to 4 p.m., Smith River Rescue Squad Building, Woolwine.
MATINEE CONCERT: music by Horseshoe Bend Band, 3 p.m., no charge but donations accepted, Spencer-Penn Centre.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 21
GET VERSED: free Bible memorization course taught by Kelly McCarthy. Course runs six consecutive Tuesday nights, 6 to 7 p.m., Stuart Library meeting room. Call (276) 694-4184 to pre-register. Light refreshments will be served.
FARMERS MARKET: great selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, 3 to 6 p.m., Stuart Farmers’ Market.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 22
DMV 2 GO: apply for or renew ID card, apply or renew driver’s license, reinstate driving privileges, get a copy of your driving record, obtain vehicle titles, and more. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Patrick Henry Community College Site in Stuart. (Will be set up inside, mobile unit not available)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 24
FARMERS MARKET: Master Gardeners with information, fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, cheese, and baked items, 8 a.m. to noon, Stuart Farmers’ Market.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 25
GOSPEL MUSIC: food will be served, 2 to 3 p.m., front porch bluegrass stage at Poor Farmer’s Farm, Vesta.
FAMILIY FUN DAY: activities include inflatables, emergency vehicles, balloon fun from 10 a.m. to noon, guessing jars, make your own slime, bubble station, arts and crafts, free lunch at noon, Concord United Methodist Church ice cream at 12:30. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Nettle Ridge United Methodist Church, Nettle Ridge Loop, Stuart.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 28
FARMERS MARKET: great selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, 3 to 6 p.m., Stuart Farmers’ Market.
GET VERSED: free Bible memorization course taught by Kelly McCarthy. Course runs six consecutive Tuesday nights, 6 to 7 p.m., Stuart Library meeting room. Call (276) 694-4184 to pre-register. Light refreshments will be served.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 31
FARMERS MARKET: Music with F.A.R.M. T.E.A.M, fresh vegetables, teas coffee and much more, 8 to noon, Stuart Farmers’ Market.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1
FIRST SATURDAY OUTING: 3.5 mile paddle on Banister River from Terry’s Bridge Access (US 360 Bridge) to Wolf Trap Access (Rt 716 Bridge), free, Dan River Basin Association. For more information, call Carl Espy at (434) 470-1424.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8
11TH ANNUAL CAR, BIKE & TRACTOR SHOW: check in at 8 a.m., judging at 11 a.m., classes include car/truck, bike, and tractor. $15 entry fee, call for multi-car discount. Fireman’s awards for top 15 cars and trucks, top 3 bikes, top 3 tractors and people’s choice. Door prizes for entries, DJ Music Mix, lunch and snacks available for purchase. Woolwine Volunteer Fire Department. For more information, call Eddie at (276) 692-5820 before 4 p.m. or David at (276) 930-1339 after 4 p.m.
