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Area Music 
& Entertainment
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
 

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Barn Quilt Trails: 
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.
 
Driving Loops: 
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.
 
 
Alleghany Chamber of Commerce
Phone: 800/336-372-5473
Email: Info@Sparta-NC.com 

Alleghany Chamber of Commerce               January 10, 2013

Doctor on the move:

Kovacich joins Virginia practice

Dr. John Kovacich will be closing Internal Medicine of Alleghany Feb. 1 and joining Independence Family Care Center, 217 South Independence Ave., Independence Va. He will begin seeing patients at the new location Feb. 18. The move was explained in letters to his current patients mailed out earlier this month. It said that many of the office staff will be following him to Independence Family Care Center and explained the procedures for patients who want to continue to be seen by Kovacich at the new location and for those who wish to transfer to a new physician. Dr. Kovacich began his practice in Sparta in 1977. A spokesman for the practice said the move will free Dr. Kovacich of the business responsibilities of running a practice and permit him to focus solely on patient care.
Re-live Hillbilly hilarity
Whether you were or were not able to attend last October's Hillbilly Comedy and Variety Show, you can enjoy the hilarity and talent again and again in the comfort of your home. DVDs of the show are available for purchase at the Alleghany Jubilee located on Main Street, and at the Alleghany Blue Ridge Opportunity Office located at 1747 US Hwy 21 North in Sparta for $15 each. Stop by one of these locations to pick up your copy today or call (336) 372-7284 if you have any questions.  
UNC-TV highlights
WCC advanced training   
NC Now recently spotlighted the advanced manufacturing training available through Wilkes Community College. The good news is that manufacturing is making a comeback, but it is more high-tech, requiring more advanced skills. Wilkes has the facilities to train individuals for those jobs. And although the video highlights training at the Wilkes Campus, much of the same equipment for training is available at the Sparta Campus. Click to see the video.
Cookie of the Month Club comes to Alleghany Co.
Join the Cookie of the Month Club and receive delicious fresh-baked, locally delivered homemade cookies each month! Every month is a different cookie from Kathy's Kreations. Subscriptions can be for any number of months and for any number of cookies that you would like(minimum of six). Wouldn't that be a great treat for yourself? A surprise for your taste buds each month. Or how about a gift for a neighbor who is home bound? Or a birthday gift for that impossible-to-buy-for relative. Will ship to anywhere in the continental U.S. for the additional charge. Call Kathy at 336-657-0858 or email murphyk@skybest.com.
Wellness Center seeks input for pool  programs
Stop by Alleghany Wellnss Center and fill out a survey concerning our new Aquatic Programs.  They are looking forward to reopening the new pool facility and will use the information to schedule aquatic programs, offer swimming lessons and put together a daily pool usage schedule. To get the programs you need and want, fill out the survey! 336-372-2944
Hospital's strategic planner to speak to Rotary Club
Neil Alexander, Associate Vice President of Strategic Resources at QUR (Quorum Health Resources), will be the speaker at the Jan. 17 meeting of the Rotary Club of Alleghany County. QHR is the management team under contact by Alleghany Memorial Hospital. Alexander is assisting the hosptial with strategic planning to help ensure it growth and success in the coming years. He has more than 15 years experience in consulting and hospital management. Rotary meets every Thursday at 7 a.m. for a buffet breakfast and brief program in the Alleghany Memorial Hospital Solarium. An effort is made to end no later than 8 so everyone can get to their appointed tasks. Visitors and individuals interested in learning more about Rotary are welcome. Questions: Contact Rotary President Tony League: 336-816-5070.