TUESDAY, JULY 10-FRIDAY, JULY 13
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Time Lab, for ages 4 to 13, Bible lessons, crafts, snacks, songs, games, comedy show every day; 5:45 to 8:30 p.m., pre-register online at hisgraceforyou.org or in person the first night, Grace Baptist Church, 14087 JEB Stuart Hwy, Stuart.
THURSDAY, JULY 12
PATRICK COUNTY SENIORS MEETING: entertainment provided by Johnny Joyce, bring your favorite salad to share, 11 a.m., John D. Hooker Building, Rotary Field, Stuart. For more information, call 694-3917.
FRIDAY, JULY 13
FARMERS MARKET: blood pressure checks by Team Nurse and information from Master Gardeners. Locally grown fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, baked items, and more; 8 a.m. to noon, Stuart Farmers’ Market.
KIDS ART: free for kids, 9 a.m. to noon, Creative Arts Center, Stuart.
MUSIC NIGHT: open MIC at 5:30 p.m., Lucky City Bluegrass takes the stage at 6:20 p.m., Two Young Two Old performs at 7:40 p.m., special performances by The Old Dominion Cloggers. Concessions will be available, doors open at 5 p.m., $4 donation for admission. For more information, call (276) 957-5757. Spencer-Penn Centre, 275 Spencer Penn Rd.
SATURDAY, JULY 14
RISE AND SHINE YOUTH MARKET: youth vendors who make, grow, or create their products, 9 a.m. to noon, featured workshop by Elk Creek Flower Farm; Stuart Farmers Market, Stuart.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: get your “game on,” join for games, crafts, and Bible study, children are encouraged to wear their favorite sports shirts, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Stuart Baptist Church; a pool party will be hosted that night from 7-9 p.m., at DeHart Park.
BENEFIT FOR JUSTIN HOLT: all proceeds for the Justin Holt Fund will help with medical and related expenses; live auction, live music, dinner (BBQ, baked beans, potatoes, slaw, dessert, and drink) for $8, raffle on Winchester XPR 30-06 or $400 cash, 4-7 p.m., Ararat Ruritan Building.
COMMUNITY FAMILY FUN DAY: music, comedy show, games, bounce house, face painting, dunking booth, crafts, emergency vehicles, balloons, hot dogs, popcorn, sno-cones, and more. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Grace Baptist Church, 14087 JEB Stuart Hwy, Stuart.
REPTILE AND AMPHIBIANS PRESENTATION: reptiles and amphibians of the Blue Ridge Plateau and Eastern Foothills, 10 a.m. to noon, Blue Ridge Heritage Education Center, 920 Rock Castle Gorge Rd.
REGISTRATION: Back2School sponsored by area churches and community partners will be in August. Students must register before event. Registration is from 9 a.m. to noon, student must be present, Star Theatre, 318 Patrick Ave, Stuart. For information, call (276) 734-9475.
SUNDAY, JULY 15
CHURCH SERVICE: Guest speaker: Rev. Barry Clement, 11 a.m., Unity Church, Ararat.
SUNDAY, JULY 15-WEDNESDAY, JULY 18
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: 6 to 8 p.m., closing ceremony on Wednesday night with a hot dog supper and outdoor activities, Five Forks Wesleyan Church. For more information, call (276) 694-3618.
SUNDAY, JULY 15-FRIDAY, JULY 20
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: “Shipwrecked-Rescued by Jesus”, Registration on the 15th starts at 5:30 p.m., VBS is from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Fairystone Baptist Church, Route 57.
MONDAY, JULY 16
MONDAY MARKET: fresh local produce, crafts, live music, Hylton’s BBQ truck, 5 to 7 p.m., music by Levi Cooper from 5 to 6 p.m., rain or shine, Allied picnic area, shelters 3 and 4, free parking, children’s games and activities, bring a chair, most vendors accept cash only. Call (276) 930-2424 for more information, Fairy Stone State Park, Stuart.
FLOYD QUILT GUILD MEETING: meeting will be presented by Bonnie Scott of Joyful Adornments. She will explain the process of how her one of a kind beads, buttons, and accessories are made. Geri Mattern will provide a supply list and brief overview for our Love Quilt Workshop in August. 10 a.m., Floyd Center for the Arts, 220 Parkway Lane, Floyd.
MONDAY, JULY 16-FRIDAY, JULY 20
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Harvesting Virtues, children of all ages, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., True Gospel Baptist Church, on Route 8 south beside Patrick County High School. Commencement service will be on Friday, July 20 starting at 6:30 p.m.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: gearing up for Life’s Big Game with GAME ON, all ages welcome, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Peters Creek Baptist Church, 6561 NC Hwy 8 North, Lawsonville.
TUESDAY, JULY 17
FARMERS MARKET: great selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, 3 to 6 p.m., Stuart Farmers’ Market.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 18-SATURDAY, JULY 21
WAYSIDE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL: Wayside Park, Stuart.
FRIDAY, JULY 20
FARMERS MARKET: Bull Mountain Arts Group and tomato tastings, locally grown fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, baked items, and more; 8 a.m. to noon, Stuart Farmers’ Market.
KIDS ART: free for kids, 9 a.m. to noon, Creative Arts Center, Stuart.
FRIDAY, JULY 20-SUNDAY, JULY 22
BLUE RIDGE HERB LORE GATHERING: offers unique experience focused on healing and history, herbalists will share their knowledge about how to naturally nourish the body and mind, at Ferrum College; there will be a pre-conference excursion to Spikenard Honeybee Sanctuary in Floyd County Friday, registration is $95, for more information or to sign up visit http://www.ferrum.edu/blueridgeinstitute/events/blue-ridge-herb-lore-gathering/, or call (540)365-4412.
SATURDAY, JULY 21
HAMBURGER STEAK SUPPER: meal includes meat, baked potato, cole slaw, rolls, drink, and dessert, plate $8, 4 to 7 p.m., Moorefield Store Fire Department.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: “Splash Canyon”, Bible study, crafts, snacks, music, games, and more. 6 to 8:30 p.m., Patrick Springs Pentecostal Holiness Church, 260 Spring Rd., Patrick Springs.
MOUNTAIN TOP SUPPORT TEAM SUPPER LUAU: grilled ham and pineapple, baked sweet potato, Hawaiian beans, dessert and drink, adult $8, child $5, 4:30 to 7 p.m., Meadows of Dan Community Center.
MUSIC NIGHT: open jam session at 4:45 p.m., Rock Castle Ramblers at 6 p.m., Marshall Brothers at 7 p.m., food is available, bring chairs, donations are welcome. For more information, call Denny Alley at (276) 694-4232, Rotary Building, 420 Woodland Drive, Stuart.
SATURDAY, JULY 21 – WEDNESDAY, JULY 25
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Bible study, crafts, snacks, music, games, and more – Splash Canyon. 6 to 8:30 p.m., Patrick Springs Pentecostal Holiness Church, 260 Spring Road, Patrick Springs.
SUNDAY, JULY 22
PREACHING AND SINGING: John Bowman will be preaching and singing at Raven Rock Wesleyan Church. Service starts at 11 a.m., Raven Rock Road, Ararat.
TUESDAY, JULY 24
FARMERS MARKET: great selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, 3 to 6 p.m., Stuart Farmers’ Market.
REGISTRATION: Back2School sponsored by area churches and community partners will be in August. Students must register before event. Registration is from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., student must be present, Star Theatre, 318 Patrick Ave, Stuart. For information, call (276) 734-9475.
FRIDAY, JULY 27
FARMERS MARKET: information for the Rotary Agricultural Fair Exhibits, music by the F.A.R.M. T.E.A.M., locally grown fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, baked items, and more; 8 a.m. to noon, Stuart Farmers’ Market.
KIDS ART: free for kids, 9 a.m. to noon, Creative Arts Center, Stuart.
CAR-B-QUE CRUISE-IN: bring a car or come look at cars on display, museum will stay open late, 50/50 raffle, food truck of the month: Don Ho On The Go, free admission if you bring a car to show, free admission for members, $5 admission for others, Virginia Museum of Transportation, Roanoke.
FREE MOVIE AT THE PARK: featuring The Sandlot, gates open at 7 p.m., movie will start at dusk. Concessions available, bring blankets and lawn chairs, Patrick Springs Park.
SATURDAY, JULY 28
TOUCH-A-TRUCK: tenth annual touch-a-truck, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., free, children and adults can sit in, touch, and learn about vehicles. Favorite activities from previous years include Firemen’s foam, a petting zoo, hay rides, food vendors, and a magician plus more. To sign up your vehicle call (540) 777-6326, Green Hill Park, 2501 Parkside Dr., Salem.
SUMMER SUNSET SERIES: inflatables, games, food and drink available for purchase, 6 to 8 p.m., Ridgeway Town Park.
SUNDAY, JULY 29
5TH SUNDAY SINGING: special group God Can Gospel Singers, 7 p.m., Peters Creek Baptist Church, on Hwy 8, Lawsonville, N.C.
MONDAY, JULY 30
LIFELINE SCREENING: appointments only, call 1-888-653-6450 or visit www.lifelinescreening.com, Stuart Baptist Church, Stuart.
TUESDAY, JULY 31
FARMERS MARKET: great selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, 3 to 6 p.m., Stuart Farmers’ Market.
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.
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.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 12
CRUISE-IN: music by Soundfactory, 5 to 8 p.m., Lambsburg Community Center. For more information, call (336) 648-2078.
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. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Patrick Henry Community College Site in Stuart. (Will be set up inside, mobile unit not available)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 25
SUMMER SUNSET SERIES: music provided by Fatz, adult beverages, food and drinks available for purchase, Hylton’s Wood Cooking Grill will be on site, 7 to 9 p.m., Ridgeway Town Park.
