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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 27, 2013 |
Community Awarenss Day at Library
 The Alleghany County Library will be hosting a Community Awareness Day on Wednesday, TODAY! until 4 p. Local agencies will be at the Library to share information on what they offer. Volunteer Tax Assistance (VITA) will also be held at the library on that day, by appointment. VITA is available each Wednesday and Friday. Come by the Alleghany County Library at 122 N. Main St. and 'check-out' what our community agencies and organizations can do for you!! For more information or to register for a VITA appointment, call 336-372-5573 or email dbrewer@nwrl.org.
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St. Paddy's Bowling for Dollars
 The Chamber of Commerce is holding a St. Paddy's Bowl-A-Thon to raise money for Mountain Heritage Entertainment, Saturday, March 16, at River Rock Grill and Family Fun Center beginning at 9a, Saturday. Also included is a silent auction and 50/50 Raffle. The cost is $25 per person or $100 per team. Rules: team scratch, no handicap, and high team score wins a cash prize. Businesses interested in sponsoring a team and individuals interested in forming teams, please contact or drop by the Chamber of Commerce, 58 South Main St., 336-372-5473; or River Rock Grill and Family Fun Center, 583 S. Main Street, 336-372-2694.
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Books N' Friends Celebrates 10th Anniversary
 Hard to believe Sparta's Books N' Friends book store is 10 years old! Come celebrate Thursday, March 7, 5-7p at Business After Hours. Light refreshments will be served. Meet the Friends volunteers. Take advantage of great prices on book.. 336-372-5155 |
Studio Redwood Classes Offered
16 S. Main, Sparta, NC. Questions, to register, call 336.372.7111
Adult Watercolor/Drawing Class, each Thurs., 3 p-5 p. Class size limited. Beginners or intermediate.
Both Wed. after-school classes are full! Tuesday After School Art Class has 3 openings left.
1 day Chair Caning Workshop offered in spring, beginners, teen-adult. Call by March 3, if interested.
Beginning Faux Finish Workshop, Monday, March 11, 10a-3p: Learn 6 popular finishes for walls, floors, ceilings, accessories. Take home 6 finished sample boards. Supplies furnished, bring lunch. $195. Register by March 2. Also April 6, Register by Mar. 23rd.
Furniture Finish Workshop, Monday, March 25, 10a-3p : Learn 6 popular finishes. Take home 6 finished sample boards. $195. (Only 2 spaces left) Register by March 9. Supplies furnished, bring lunch.
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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 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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Cornerstone Hosts Poor Man's Supper
 Cornerstone Christian Fellowship is hosting a Poor Man's Supper of pintos and cornbread on Saturday, March 2, 3-7p to support Cub Scout Pack 299's Spring Trip. Meal is $5 a plate and includes tea and dessert. 1276 Grandview Drive, Sparta.
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NC House Member at GOP Meeting
 The Alleghany County Republican Party will hold the 2013 County Convention and dinner on March 7, 6:00 pm, at Alexander Hall (formerly Silver Dollar Music Park). The program includes a presentation by NC Senator Dan Soucek who will provide an update on legislative activities in the North Carolina Senate. Also, officers will be elected for the new two year term beginning in March. For reservations to attend, call Susan Murphy at: 657-1887 or Barbara Church at: 372-8729
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Rotary Drawdown Tickets Available
 The Alleghany rotary club is holding our annual "Drawdown" fundraiser Saturday evening, May 4th at the Alexander Hall (formerly Silver Dollar Music Park). Tickets are $100 apiece and can be split with friends. Each ticket includes a dinner for two and a chance for the grand prize of $5000 (last ticket drawn). Only 300 tickets will be sold. The top five finalists win cash. A monetary prize is also given for every 25th ticket. Get your ticket now from any Rotary members. All proceeds benefit Rotary and local non-profits.
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E-Reader Class at Alleghany Library
 Bring your new E-reader and any questions you have about your device to Alleghany Library for this class presented by Jeremy Halsey on Thursday, February 28 at 1p. Learn how to download books to your device as well as the advantages of checking out your E-books from your library. There is no charge for this class. For more information, call the library at 336-372-5573 or email dbrewer@nwrl.org.
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Marathon to Benefit BRP Friends
The Blue Ridge Marathon on the Parkway will be held Saturday, April 20, in Roanoke. FRIENDS of the Parkway is the event's major benefactor. With registration exceeding 2012 and a terrific t-shirt design, a lot of folks will find out if this is really America's toughest marathon. Some 200 volunteers are needed for the weekend to act as course marshals, work aid stations, help set-up and clean-up staff. Click HERE to volunteer. Type in "FRIENDS of the Blue Ridge Parkway" in the comments section to be designated FRIENDS volunteer. Questions? Email fernando_gracia@friendsbrp.org. If you are interested in running options, go to blueridgemarathon.com
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Discover & Explore Story Harvesting
 Discover story harvesting, an opportunity to write our own stories in a safe and supportive environment. Subjects may be funny, sad, huge, small, mediocre, etc. The first 15 minutes are meet and greet followed by the discussion. Bring a bag lunch. Let us know if you plan to attend: Julia Simmons at 336-392-8183 or Pat Bird at 336-971-0098 or email julia@DislogueMatters.org or Pat@DialogueMatters.org.
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Library: FREE Help Filing Income Tax
The Alleghany County Library VITA site for FREE tax preparation on Wednesdays and Fridays through April 10, 2013 with the EXCEPTION of the week of March 25, 2013. If you are interested in getting free help for your taxes, please contact the library at dbrewer@nwrl.org or at 336-372-5573 to set up an appointment or for more information.
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