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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
Live music with
Holden Bare every Saturday night from
6-8:30p.
Reservations Suggested.
336-359-2825
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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 Community Health Fair
This year Alleghany Memorial Hospital is teaming up with Blue Ridge Electric to help the community get healthy. Thursday, September 20, come learn about CPR, infection control, sleep disorders, and many more hospital services at the Blue Ridge Electric Office. There will be free services offered including blood pressure checks, and blood sugar testing. AMH staff will be onsite educating people and offering screenings on diabetes, strokes, COPD, and women's health. Complete blood work testing will also be available. This test would normal cost up to $400 but thanks to a grant from the Blue Ridge Electric Members Foundation, it is only $25. Blood work testing does require fasting and a reservation. Please call 336-372-3129, there are a few reservations left. You only have until 4:30p on Wednesday, September 19 to make a blood work appointment.
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Imaging Specialists Hosts Avon Party 
Wednesday, September 19, at 5p stop by Imaging Specialists on Main Street. Come check out the store and see what Avon has to offer. 336-372-3002
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Music at Nikola's 
Nikola's restaurant in Roaring Gap will be host live music on Friday and Saturday nights this weekend. Friday, September 21, Robin Cater and Will Fernandez will be performing beginning at 7p. Saturday, September 22, David Parsons will also perform at 7p. Come out to Nikola's at High Meadows Inn and enjoy these musical performances and some great food. 336-363-6060
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 The Sparta Lions Club Sponsors Bloodmobile
Monday, September 24, The Red Cross Bloodmobile will be at the Sparta United Methodist Church from 9a-2p. The Lions Club is sponsoring this blood drive due to the need for all types of blood. Please stop by on Monday, and donate if you can. For more information on how to donate or to learn more about the Red Cross, go to www.redcross.org. 336-372-4111
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Dialogue Matters Discussion Group 
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New Member Spotlight: Kaquoli Jayli 
This new variety store has opened at 15 North Main Street, the old location of Backwoods Bean. Owned by Carol Stolt and Shelley Williams, Kaquoli Jayli sells jams, jellies, baked goods, sewing necessities, including material and thread. They also offer decorated cakes for any occasion, handcrafted quilts, and other unique gifts. Stop by and see Carol and Shelley and ask them about their unique name. 336-372-1777
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Local Water Line Finder
Stan Smith is now offering a new service along with his plumbing business. He can locate your pressurized plastic water lines without the need of a tracer wire. Avoid costly repairs and loss of service and know where your plastic water line is before you dig. For more information, call Stan at 336-372-1757 or visit the website.
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 Christmas Sale at Sparta Florist
Believe it or not, Christmas is not that far off. (Only 3 months away) Sparta Florist is having a 50% off sale on all Christmas items. Whether you are looking for holiday decor for your home or a gift for a friend, shopping early will pay off. 336-372-8344
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Don't forget about these upcoming events:
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