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Mark Your Calendar
- Business After Hours, June 14, hosted by Alleghany Library
- AWCI Tour de Mountains Bike Event on June 9, featuring 25, 40, 60, 80, or 100 mile courses to thrill all levels of riders and abilities.
- NC Mountain Arts Adventure Studio Tour, June 15-17, 10a-5p with 12 participating artisans.
Helpful Links
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Area Music
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Come to listen or to dance to the blue grass and old time musicians who play on Tuesday beginning at 7p and Saturday at 8p. Admission $4. The Jubilee is located on North Main Street, across from the Courthouse. 336-372-4591
Local blue grass and old time musicians jam each Monday, 2 blocks north of the Courthouse at the Crouse House in Crouse Park, beginning at 6p. Come and play or just listen. No charge, but a donation is appreciated. 336-372-5473
GREAT ACTIVITIES TO DO ANYTIME
Barns and other structures throughout Alleghany County are adorned with normal squares illustrating quilt patterns and add interest to a driving tour of the countryside. Drop by Alleghany Chamber of Commerce and Visitors' Center for a brochure. We are in the rock building with the green awning (58 South Main Street, Sparta). Our foyer is always open and a brochure is always available.
Brochures for three driving loops of the Alleghany countryside are available at the Alleghany Chamber of Commerce and Visitors' Center. Each loop is about a leisurely hour's drive and includes information on historic points along the way. The Chamber office is in the rock building with the green awning (58 South Main Street, Sparta). Our foyer is always open and a brochure is always available.
Open Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 10a to 5p. Stop by to experience local history and to see the new displays, 7 North Main Street, Sparta.
Veterans' Morning Coffee at the VFW:
The VFW hosts an informal coffee just for veterans every Wednesday from 8:30-11a. Click to learn more.
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Alleghany Chamber of Commerce
Phone: 800/336-372-5473
Email: Info@Sparta-NC.com
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Big Music Weekend
JD Higgins will emcee a tribute to the late Del Reeves, native son and member of the Grand Ol' Opry, Saturday at the Silver Dollar Music Park. Higgins will be joined by Billy C. Smith and the Real Deal and promise an entertaining evening and a surprise or two (I know but I aint tellin'). Admission $8. The show begins at 7p. come at 6p and enjoy big Bob's all-you-can-eat buffet for only $8. 336.372.6874 www.SilverDollarMusicPark.com
Henderson and Little headline LUKEfest
in Crouse Park on Sunday. Join your friends on the Park lawn for an eveni ng of great bands and performers beginning at 2p and ending sometime in the early evening. Also appearing: Prodigal Son, Rob Mangum, Seazuns Pleazuns, Caleb Smith, the Shaw Brothers, Blues DeVille, and the Drones. Wayne Henderson and Jeff Little owe a lot to the late Doc Watson and I expect they will be sharing some of their thoughts on his passing. The event is named in honor of AHS athlete Luke Hampton and is a benefit for all AHS students with extreme medical needs. No admission charged, but donations are appreciated. Bring a lawn chair and a light jacket. A cool day is forecast. Rain is not in the forecast, but should it occur, the event will be held in the Alleghany Community Auditorium, 460 North Main Street. 336.372.5473 Learn more at www.Sparta-NC.com/lukefest
Highway 52 at the Library This Mt. Airy band will be performing their brand of bluegrass and bluegrass gospel at the Alleghany Library, Monday, June 4. Brothers Rodney and Tony Alexander are joined by Tim Chadwick and Jackie Dunevant. The program begins at 7p and is part of the Hometown Heritage series, funded by the Alleghant Arts Council. No admission is charged. 336.372.5573
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Farmers Market Draws Big Crowd
 With nearly 200 visitors every Saturday, Alleghany Farmers Market is doing well at its new location in Crouse Park. June is Dairy Month and the market will be featuring dairy products from a local goat farmer as well as a cooking demonstration this Saturday. Fresh produce includes lettuce mixes, beet greens, Swiss chard, spring onions, and kale. Vegetable plants, including heirloom varieties, bedding plants, and hanging baskets abound. Jams and jellies; hand crafted jewelry and unique fabric designs round out the selection. Alleghany Farmers Market is open 8a-1p every Saturday, and 4-6p Thursdays beginning June 14.
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OPRY Talent Showcase
Held every 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month, Silver Dollar Music Park hosts a talent show. Doors open at 5:30p for dinner and shows start at 7p. This Friday, June 1 is the 2nd Open Competition with a chance to win $500 and be on TV. Congrats to the winners of the May 18 competition: The Golden Girls. Entry fee: $10 (one-time fee) Show admission is $1 per person. Stay after the show and kick up your heels.
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Volunteers needed for Dental Clinic
Alleghany Cares is looking for volunteers and translators to assist Friday and Saturday, June 15 & 16, for the Dental Clinic at Alleghany High School. Hours range from 6a-5p on Friday and 6a-3p on Saturday. Please contact Vickie Scott at 336-372-5959.
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Concert at Sparta Presbyterian Church
Nancy Walton and Mary E Whartenby, pictured, will be performing a piano duet on Friday, June 8 at 7:30p. A second act by the New River Brass Quartet will follow. Free admission; donations appreciated. Questions? 336-372-5045
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Non-Profit Booths at Mountain Heritage
Looking for inexpensive, easy ways to grow your organization? Booths at the Mountain Heritage Festival, Sept. 15, are FREE to non-profit or civic groups. We have a limited number of booths available but we want to fill them all. Contact Ashley Weaver,
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Don't forget about these upcoming events:
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