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Mark Your Calendar
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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
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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
until
October 13
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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 Feeling Lucky? There is Gold in Sparta
Beginning Friday, October 12,the Sparta Revitalization
Committee will be hiding a pot of gold in Chamber retail shops in Sparta. Look for the sign to identify a participating merchant and then be the first lucky shopper to find the pot of gold each week. Simply point out the location of the pot of gold to a store employee and receive a winner token. Tokens can be redeemed at the Alleghany Chamber of Commerce for a $30 gift certificate to spend with Chamber merchants. This promotion will continue for ten weeks until December 14. Only ten tokens will be given out so be on the lookout for the pot of gold!
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An Evening of Music
Join the Alleghany Library for an evening of music with David Nichols, Dan Lohr, and Debbie Brady. The program begins at 7p, Thursday, October 11. For more information,
call the Library at 336-372-5573.
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 Music on the Deck
Harmony Hill Bed and Breakfast will be hosting music every Friday night, 7-9p, for the month of October. Pack a lawn chair and come enjoy local talent and beautiful fall views. McRitchie Winery and Ciderworks will be at Harmony Hill each Friday night to sell their wine.
The list of musicians and dates are:
October 12 - Rob Mangum and Donna Lama
October 19 - Robin Cater and Will Fernandez
October 26 - Holden Bare
Saturday, October 27 - Mac Sumner and Band.
For more information or to make reservations for a stay this fall, call 336-209-0475.
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 Suicide Prevention Walk
The forth annual Walk Out of Darkness event will be held on Saturday, October 13, at 10a. Alleghany Lives is sponsoring the walk which will begin at Sparta Methodist Church and end at Crouse Park. Ricky Brown will be speaking at the park about suicide prevention and the group will plant a tree with a small marker noting that is was donated by Alleghany Lives. For more information, call Julia Simmons at 336-657-3032.
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 Festival of Pumpkins at Farmer's Market
This Saturday marks the last day of the Farmer's Market until May of 2013. From 8a to 1p, a Pumpkin Festival, featuring carved pumpkins from a dozen artists in the community, is planned to celebrate this year's market. Participating artists include Will Fernandez, Robin and Daniel Cater, Chris Davis, Deb Donaldson, Judy Carmichael and Chris Durgin. The artists' pumpkins will be sold via silent auction to the highest bidder and proceeds will underwrite educational programs through the market.
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Alleghany Wellness Center Corn hole  Tournament
The first annual tournament is Saturday, October 13, beginning at 2p at the Alleghany High School Old Gym. This is a double elimination tournament and side games and concessions will be available. Call or visit the Wellness Center to register. Registration is $20 per team. Prizes include: 3 month family membership to the Wellness Center, 1 month individual membership, Wellness Center T-Shirts, Wellness Center day/class passes and more. 336-372-2944
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Fox Tail Ride October 13 
Fox Creek Leather is hosting a motorcycle ride through the mountains this Saturday. If you plan on joining the ride, please contact them at 1-800-766-4165. Fox Creek Leather is located at 2029 Elk Creek Parkway in Independence. A rain date is set for October 20.
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Fall Heritage Music Series 
The Fall Heritage Music Series continues this Sunday with Event Songs and Ballads at 2p at the Blue Ridge Music Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. This program features Kinney Rorrer, Darren Moore, Elizabeth LaPrelle, and Jim Marshall. The last program of the series on October 21 at 2p features a tribute to Galax Fiddler, Emmett Lundy. These are both free events, however, since seating is limited, reservations are recommended. For info or to reserve seats please call 276-236-5309X112 or www.BlueRidgeMusicCenter.org.
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Customer Service Program 
Tuesday, October 16, from 6p to 8:30p, Wilkes Community College, Alleghany Campus, is presenting "Customer Service: The Key to Business Health and Success". It offers you a chance to learn more about yourself and your business and improve both. There is no charge for this program. Please call to reserve a space. 336-372-6051 ext. 230.
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Studio Tour Next Weekend
Join local artists as they open their studios for the NC Mountain Arts Adventure studio tour. The tour is from Friday, October 19 until Sunday, October 21. Twelve artists will participate and will be open from 10a to 5p, all weekend. Get to know the artists and craftspeople, watch them at work, and shop in their unique studio and gallery settings. Maps and studio information are available at the Chamber of Commerce or you can visit the website for more information. 336-372-5473. |
 Hillbilly Variety Show
The 2012 Hillbilly show will take place on Saturday, October 20 at 7p at the Sparta Auditorium. Hillbilly Wes will be hosting and tickets are $6 for adults and $2 for children 6-12. Children under 6 get in free.
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New Member Spotlight: Special Olympics of Alleghany 
This is our local program for Special Olympics of North Carolina. This organization provides year-round sports training and competition for athletes with intellectual disablilities. Pictured above the group practices bowling. Contact BJ Edwards with any questions you may have or to find out how you can help. 336-306-4555
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 Davhenco Inc. Donating for Breast Cancer Awareness Month In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, Davhenco Inc. will conduct a mold inspection at your home or place of business and donate $50 of the fee to Susan G. Komen for a Cure. Studies have shown that mold in your home or business could be linked to cancer. To schedule your inspection call David Henderson at 336-835-7393 or 336-244-0330. |
 Annual Halloween Trunk or Treat
Crouse Park will be the location of the Trunk or Treat again this year which will take place on October 31 from 5-7p. Everyone is invited to take part in this event. Whether you decorate your trunk, donate candy or bring your little ones, please plan to attend. There will be costume contests and music. For more information, email Barbara Lucier at blucier@skybest.com or call 336-372-1525.
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Don't forget about these upcoming events:
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