Hello Patrick,
I hope you have enjoyed the last few weeks. This has been a busy time for the Tourism office. Our team has been promoting the county, and we are truly happy to participate in the many community events. I often mention that we want to hear from you about what you may be having, and I will ask again that you send us your schedules.
Our Chamber of Commerce is hosting a casual get-together with local businesses and groups to start working on calendars for the upcoming holiday season. This is a great opportunity for you to get the word out so we can list all the great things happening. I am thankful for Rebecca Adcock’s work with the chamber and her partnership with tourism. The meeting is conveniently scheduled for August 19 at the P&HCC Stuart Location, a time and place that should fit well into your schedule. It will be from 8 to 10 a.m. Stop by and get that first cup of coffee and pastry she will have for you. The event is free. However, she would like for you to RSVP at https://bit.ly/PCXMasplanning. Check out the chamber’s website for more info.
I also want to remind everyone that the Kibler Valley River Run has been rescheduled for this Saturday. The Red Bank Ruritans have done an amazing job putting this on. ” Weather,” (I thought I would get away this time without mentioning it again); however, “weather” and an electrical issue caused them to postpone it from the original date.
The Meadows of Dan Folk Festival is also this Saturday. This exciting event will consume the Meadows Dan Community with multiple vendors, music, and fun for the entire family. Make your way up there and see how they transform our “gateway community” to the beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway into an oasis of fellowship.
Finally, I want to thank our entire staff, the Chamber of Commerce, Silverlining Designs, and our photographers and writers for the great work they have been doing over the last several years. We won two tourism awards at the Tourism Summit the Friends of Southwest Virginia hosted early last week. One of our community partners, One Family Productions, won “Outstanding Tourism Partner of the Year” nominated by the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. This group is one of the gems we have in this community and a much-deserved award!
Remember, “Come get lost and find yourself here.” Talk to you soon, love you!
James Houchins: Director of Economic Development and Tourism
