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Mark Your Calendar
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 7p and the first Friday of every month at 7p. 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
River Rock Grill:
Live music every Wednesday night at 7p. Different bands performing every week on the patio.
58 Blue Ridge Street
Sparta NC 28675
336-372-2695
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 Saturdays 8a-1p
in Crouse Park
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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Meeting of the Minds: Show 7 
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 Celebrating One Year on Main
Studio Redwood and Murphy's Mercantile will be having an Open House, Thursday, September 6 from 5-7p. Studio Redwood's "Salebration" event includes refreshments, door prizes, free painting demonstrations and more! Murphy's Mercantile is hosting "Ladies Night Out" with scarf demos and new merchandise as well as refreshments, door prizes and free gifts for the first 20 ladies. For more information call Studio Redwood at 336-372-7111 or Murphy's Mercantile at 336-372-1988.
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Spaghetti Supper 
Ray and Shirley McCraw of Sparta Produce invites the community to a Benefit Spaghetti Supper at Whitehead Community Center, September 8, from 5-7p. Tickets are available in advance for $5 or at the door for $6.50. One ticket includes a spaghetti plate, bread, desserts, and a drink. Carry out is available as well as delivery to a limited area. The supper will benefit Karen & Tommy Billings to help pay for their medical expenses. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 336-200-1222 or 336-572-1562
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 Self Defense Class
Joe Flowers will be instructing this two part class on Monday, September 10, and September 17, at 7p. Joe is a Martial Arts Instructor at the Alleghany Wellness Center, where he regularly teaches kids and adults martial arts. He teaches Shotokan Karate, and also teaches techniques from Judo, muay thai, brazilian ju-jitsu, and tae-kwon-do. He will be teaching real world defense skills and drills, and also talk about awareness at the library. There is no charge for attending the class but pre-registration is requested. Please call 336-372-5573 or email Debbie Brewer at dbrewer@nwrl.org.
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Republican Election Headquarters Grand Opening 
The Republican Party of Alleghany invites everyone to stop by their 2012 Election Headquarters at 18 S Main Street this Saturday, September 8, at 11:30a. Congresswoman Virginia Foxx will be speaking at 12n as well as other local candidates. There will be light refreshments available. For more information visit the website or call 336-372-2012.
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Mountain Heritage Festival September 15 
This year's festival is fast approaching and we have an outstanding list of entertainers, including Kelley and the Cowboys.
Over 100 demonstrators, craft and food vendors will line Main Street from 10a-4:30p. Visit the Mountain Heritage page for more information and updates on the Festival. Also, the Mountain Heritage Run, 5k & 10K, will be taking place Saturday, the 15 with registration beginning at 7a in Crouse Park. For more information, call Donny McCall at 336-363-4984 or Eldon Joines at 336-372-2733 or you can register online. |
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Forest Ridge Assisted Living Fall Festival 
The second-annual Fall Festival is slated for September 15, at 12 noon at Forest Ridge Assisted Living at 151 Village Park Drive in West Jefferson . The festival offers an array of entertainment, including music from local talents, hay rides, inflatables for the kids, and a good ole' fashioned pig pickin'. Festivities are planned to run through 4pm. The kick off at Noon includes musical performances by various bluegrass bands and Ashe County High marching bands. The festival is just one part in a week filled with events. The week of September 9 through September 15 is National Assisted Living Week and Forest Ridge is offering many events throughout the week to celebrate including an antique car show, a Talent Show, and more. For more information on these events please call Forest Ridge Assisted Living at 336-846-1008. |
 Art Classes Offered at Studio Redwood
Chris Davis, local artist and shop owner, will be offering art classes for youth and adults during the Fall and Winter months.
Adult Art Classes~ $15/ class Wednesdays, 10-Noon Beginning September 19.
After School Art Classes~Ages 6-12 $10/class plus $25 supply fee.
Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30 & 4:30-5:30 Begins September 19.
6 Beginning Faux Finishes~ $195 All Supplies Furnished Wednesday, Dec. 5th, 10a-3p or Saturday, Dec. 8th 10a-3p.
Call 336-372-7111. Class sizes are small & fill quickly. Dates subject to change. Registration ends Sept. 11th.
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