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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
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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Alleghany Chamber of Commerce February 12, 2013 |
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Members Quarterly Meeting
 Join us for our quarterly members meeting, Wednesday, February 20 at 5:15p in the Blue Ridge Electric Conference Room. Caribe Cuban Cafe, will be providing the hors d'oeuvres, Donya Joines from H&R Block will be answering tax questions, and we will be taking nominations for new board of directors positions. We will also have the 2013 Sparta Magazines on hand. We hope to see you there.
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Community Lenten Services
Community Lenten Service, will be offered the following Wednesdays at 12n at Sparta United Methodist Church. The 30-minute service will be followed by a light lunch. There is no charge for lunch but donations are accepted and go to the ministries of the Ministerium, the county ministerial association.
Speakers are as follows:
Pastor Bob Miller of Sparta United Methodist Church, Feb 20
Pastor John McCray, Sparta First Baptist Church, Feb. 27
Pastor Mike Austin, Alleghany-Grayson Charge of the United Methodist Church, March 6
Father Stuhrenburg, St. Francis of Rome Catholic Church, March 13
Father Lin Walton, Christ Episcopal Church, March 20
Pastor David Felts, Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, March 27
336-372-4441
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Who wants to take the Polar Plunge?
Alleghany Special Olympics is sponsoring a Polar Plunge and costume contest Saturday, March 9, at Lake Louise at the Roaring Gap Club. Registration is at 1p, costume contest at 1:30p and participants take the plunge at 2p. This is a fun raiser(and a fund raiser), so individuals are asked to raise at least $50 in order to participate. I know, you're thinking, "Who would pay $50 to go jump in the lake in March?" Well, there is no requirement for how much you have to plunge in the water. If you chose to go, we know that brave you would probably go for full immersion, but if you just stuck you toe in the water, no one is going to ask for more. But there is a more interesting scenario. Isn't there a friend or relative that you'd be willing to contribute $50 to challenge him or her to the plunge? How about your spouse? And it is for a good cause. Need I suggest more or can you let your mind run with it. Download their brochure for details. If you don't want to take the plunge but would like to contribute, Bob and Ashley will be plunging. Come by the office to help pay their way.
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Alleghany Relay for Life Kickoff Event
 The Alleghany Relay for Life will be hosting a Kickoff on Tuesday, February 26. Come by the Alleghany Wellness Center at 5p for info on how you can be a part of this years Relay for Life. There will be food, information, and a few guest speakers. This year Relay for Life will be on July 27 and the theme is "100 Years of Hope." If you cannot attend the kickoff but would like to participate, you can go to RelayforLife.org and register. Questions? Call Angie Wagoner 276.728.8939
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Alleghany Farmland Protection Plan
 The Soil and Water Conservation is holding 2 local meetings to address current and future needs of farmers and land owners in Alleghany. A short program will be presented following breakfast and will conclude with feedback from local landowners. Meeting dates are Thursday, Feb. 21 at 7:30a at the Sparta VFW and Thursday, March 21 at 7:30a at the Glade Creek Fire Department. To reserve breakfast or for questions call the Alleghany Soil and Water District office, 336-372-7777.
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New Member Spotlight
Caribe Cuban Cafe and Battlefield game center is open at 433 North Main Street, Sparta, across from Sparta Elementary School. Open Tuesday through Sunday the cafe on the main floor offers lunch specials and a sandwich menu. For dinner beef, pork, chicken, shrimp and ribs entrees come with black beans, rice and plantains. The lower floor features the ReBall Battlefield. ReBall is like paintball, but uses a small rubber ball. Think paintball without all the mess.
Cafe: 336-372-2400. ReBall: 336-372-1001
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Studio Redwood: Still Unpacking
Chris Davis is still unpacking at her new, larger gallery/classroom space. Pictured are some new items they have. Stop by when you can, take a look and ask about art class & faux finish schedules! 
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Alleghany's Sweetheart Contest
 The Alleghany County Library will be hold a sweetheart contest during the month of February. Couples who have been married 25 years or more are encouraged to enter. The winning couple will win a prize. To enter, please call the Library at 336-372-5573 or email dbrewer@nwrl.org. Please include couples name, number of years married and contact information. Good luck to all you Sweethearts!
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2nd Chamber Showcase On Air
 The Alleghany Chamber of Commerce will be airing the second episode of the Chamber Showcase this week. If you subscribe to Skybest TV check us out on Channel 21 or Alleghany Cablevision Channel 98. If you don't subscribe to either of those you can click this link and see the new episode online. If you would like to get your business on the Chamber Showcase, give us a call! 336-372-5473.
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Nikolas' 4-Course Special V-Day Dinners
 If you are looking for a special lovers' meal in celebration of Valentine's Day, Nikolas High Meadows Restaurant, 10498 US 21 South, in Roaring Gap, has you covered with this special selections Feb. 14, 15 and 16. More than a dozen main entrees in the four-course meals include shrimp, steak, veal, chicken and more. Click to learn more then call 336-363-9090 to make your reservation for a special evening. |
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Save-A-Pet needs your help
 Save-A-Pet Foundation is a charitable non-profit committed to helping stray and neglected animals in our community. They promote the adoption of stray cats and dogs, they assist with their spaying and neutering for income-qualified families and help support the county shelter. Presently they are making improvements to the shelter and ask your help with a donation of any amount: $10, $25, $50 or more. They ask you to send your tax-deductible check to Save-A-Pet Foundation, P.O. Box 44, Sparta, NC 28675. To learn more, click to view their website. |
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Be the different drummer:
Drum lessons offered at Ofelia's
 Drum lessons for beginners to intermediate players are being offered by Patrick Killeen at Ofelia's, 4 S. Main, Sparta (kitty cornered to the Courthouse). Lessons include learning to read and transcribe drum charts, proper hand and foot technique for speed and endurance, and 4-way independence to free up your hands and feet to play what ever your heart and mind creates. Call 336.745.1627 to have your questions answered |
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Searching for the Taste of Alleghany
 Elena Rosemond-Hoerr writes the Southern food blog Biscuits & Such. She's launching a new project, Tasting North Carolina, as a way to highlight the diversity and complexity of North Carolina's food culture. Rosemond-Hoerr is planning to make and feature a dish from each of North Carolina's 100 counties so she is seeking someone in each county who might help her find a great recipe, possibly even a "signature recipe" for that area. To find out more information, email Rosemond-Hoerr or call her at (240) 515-6547.
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Your chance to enter your photo
 Please call or visit Alleghany Public Library or any of the Northwest Regional Libraries to enter the NWRL 7th Annual Photography Contest. Categories include: juvenile, teen, and adults. All branch libraries will be accepting entries through February 22, 2013.
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