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.
MUSIC/ROOK: rook at 8:30 a.m., music: open mic, 10 a.m. to noon, breakfast available. Music night: jam session 6 to 7 p.m., Don Smith and The Foggy River Boys 7 to 8 p.m., Morton Brothers and Friends 8 to 9 p.m., concessions available, $5 donation at the door. For more information call Judy Potter at (276) 629-8259, HJDB Event Center (Old Bassett High School), Bassett.
OPEN JAM: 7 p.m. at Willis Gap Community Center, 144 The Hollow Road, Ararat.
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.
ELGIN REUNION: pot luck lunch at noon, reunion 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Fairystone Fire Station.
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.
DUNKLEY FAMILY REUNION: lunch at 1 p.m. For more information, call (336) 351-3418, Collinstown Community Building.
MONDAY, JULY 23
ROOK/BIBLE STUDY: Rook games at 8:30 a.m., Bible Study at 11 a.m., room 6, HJDB Event Center, Bassett.
MONDAY MARKET AT FAIRY STONE: 5 to 7 p.m. Music: Fred Weber (variety) 5 to 6 p.m. -Fresh local produce, crafts, music, and Hylton’s BBQ Truck. Rain or Shine at the Allied Picnic Area – Shelters 3 & 4. Free parking (stop at pay booth for your FREE Market Pass). Children’s Games & Activities. Bring your lawn chair and stay for supper. Most vendors accept Cash Only. For more information, call (276) 930-2424. Fairy Stone State Park, 967 Fairystone Lake Drive, Stuart.
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.
CRITZ CRIME WATCH MEETING: guest speaker: Dayna Kendrick from the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office. For more information, call Deputy Lewis Carroll or Sheriff Dan Smith at 694-3161. 7 p.m., Critz Baptist Church.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 25 – SUNDAY, JULY 29
FLOYD FEST: music by: Foster The People, The Infamous Stringdusters, Antibalas, Hiss Golden Messenger, The Steel Wheels, Devon Gilfillian, Lindsay Lou & the Flatbellys, and many more. For early-bird tickets visit, www.floydfest.com. 894 Rock Castle Gorge Road – Floyd, at Milepost 170.5 on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
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.
GOSPEL SINGING: with “Swift Creek”, covered dish supper to follow singing. For more information call (276) 930-1530. 6 p.m., Ross-Harbour United Methodist Church, 6260 Elamsville Road, Stuart.
OPEN JAM: 7 p.m. at Willis Gap Community Center, 144 The Hollow Road, Ararat.
SATURDAY, JULY 28
HALL/MCALEXANDER REUNION: bring a covered dish, doors open at 10 a.m., lunch served at noon, 34 Bretheren Drive, Bassett.
HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER: music by The Country Boys, concessions available: hotdogs, pinto beans, corn bread, desserts and drinks. Doors open at 6 p.m., $6 admission – proceeds toward high school scholarships, music at 7 p.m., Oak Level Ruritan Club, Take Rt. 220 North, take left on Oak Level Road (see signs).
KIBLER VALLEY RIVER RUN: registration at 8 a.m., race begins at noon, $25 entry fee, Kibler Valley Road, Claudville. For more information, call (276) 694-7190 or (276) 251-7112.
BLUE RIDGE VOLUNTEER RESCUE YARD SALE: tables for rent for $5 or accepting donations, proceeds will sponsor a team to run in a 5k that benefits United Fund of Surry. 6 a.m. to noon, Blue Ridge Volunteer Rescue Squad.
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.
VIPPERMAN REUNION: Family and friends of Charlie A. and Mary E. Vipperman lunch at 1 p.m., at the Vesta Community Building. For more information, call (276) 952-2807.
SUNDAY, JULY 31 – WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: “Splash Canyon”, meal at 6 p.m., VBS 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Collinstown Presbyterian Church, 2868 Collinstown Road, Westfield, N.C.
MONDAY, JULY 30
LIFELINE SCREENING: appointments only, call 1-888-653-6450 or visit www.lifelinescreening.com, Stuart Baptist Church, Stuart.
MONDAY MARKET: 5 to 7 p.m. Music by Sophia Meggs (old time & gospel) from 5 to 6 p.m. Fresh local produce, crafts, music, and Hylton’s BBQ Truck. Rain or Shine at the Allied Picnic Area – Shelters 3 & 4. Free parking (stop at pay booth for your FREE Market Pass). Children’s Games & Activities. Bring your lawn chair and stay for supper. Most vendors accept Cash Only. For more information, call (276) 930-2424. Fairy Stone State Park, 967 Fairystone Lake Drive, Stuart.
TUESDAY, JULY 31
FARMERS MARKET: great selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, 3 to 6 p.m., Stuart Farmers’ Market.
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.
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.
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.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 11
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.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 12
CRUISE-IN: music by Soundfactory, 5 to 8 p.m., Lambsburg Community Center. For more information, call (336) 648-2078.
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.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 17
VIRGINIA STATE PEACH FESTIVAL: music 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 avaliable. 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.
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.
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)
