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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
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 March 27, 2013 |
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We're looking for the
Tastes of Alleghany
 The Chamber's next quarterly meeting is May 15 beginning at 5:15p in the Blue Ridge Electric conference room and we are looking for local Chamber member eating establishments who would like to help us create a Tastes of Alleghany for the evening. If you are willing to provide your best sample taste to accommodate 30 or so people, call 336-372-5473 and let us know. We'll give you a few minutes to explain your taste. You'll want to have take-out menus on hand to distribute. PLEASE CALL BY MONDAY, APRIL 1. I'm finishing up the newsletter and it needs to be mailed ASAP. |
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Get Empty Bowls tickets today
 Tickets are available for the 4th Annual Empty Bowls fundraiser to help the Solid Rock Food Closet fight hunger. They can be purchased at the Food Closet, Touch of Grace and the River Rock Grill. They are $30 each and permit the holder to enjoy a soup lunch at the River Rock Grill and receive a handmade bowl from an area potter. The annual fundraiser is in honor of Bet Mangum. For more information, contact LeAnn Gambill at lgambill@skybest.com 336-200-2889 or Katee Hettleman at khettleman@hotmail.com or 336-572-2576 |
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Easter Egg Hunt for Shoppers
 The Sparta Revitalization Committee is sponsoring an Easter Egg Hunt for local shoppers. While shopping, dining or visiting our fair town between March 18-29, look for one of three glitter eggs on a stick. If you find it, bring to the Chamber Office, across from Halsey Drug, for a $15 gift certificate. (P.S. No winners have been found. ALL 3 EGGS are still out there.) Questions? 336-372-1525 ext. 28 |
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Take-A-Break from the Interstate
Spring Cruz-Thtu comes to Sparta
A  convoy of antique and classic cars will travel between Elkin and Wytheville or Wytheville to Elkin on April 13. The largest number are expected in Sparta between 10 a.m. and noon and are encouraged to stop at the Chamber of Commerce & Visitors' Center for one of 50 goody bags we are giving away. Businesses, if you have a coupon or promotional item to put in each bag, we'll include it. (Great way to make new customers!) Take-A-Break from the Interstate is a tourism initiative by the Miles JOB Fund to encourage I-77 drivers to take-a-break from the congestion and experience historic US 21 between Elkin and Wytheville. To learn more, call 336-657-0463 or go to www.TakeABreakFromTheInterstate.com.
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Buckaroo Grille opens THURSDAY
Not just a restaurant,
it's a destination
 This Thursday Buckaroo Grille in Piney Creek opens for the season with their country fried chicken, free garlic butter biscuits and other down-home good menu selections. They also offer great decor and a fresh salad bar. Come enjoy their warm comfort at the intersection of NC 93 and 113. Open Thursday through Saturday, 12n to 8p, and Sunday, 11a-3p. Go to their Website and check the menu for other taste treats. Or call 336-359-2825 to learn more.
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Thank You, Alleghany
The first Polar Plunge for Special Olympics-Alleghany was a great success on March 9th at Lake Louise at the Roaring Gap Club. Special thanks to our sponsors, businesses donating prizes, volunteers and to our plungers. Click for photo.
~ B.J. Edwards
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Spring Road Trip Raffle:
Maybe the Cure for Cabin Fever
 The Partnership for Children is holding a Spring Road Trip Raffle with prizes to get you out of the house and on the road. The winner receives: 4 tickets to the NC Zoo in Asheboro, NC; Family Snack Pack (prepacked goodies to munch on throughout your day); and a $50 GAS CARD to get you there! Tickets can be purchased at the DANA Services office, 994 North Main, or through any DANA employee for $1 each or 6 for $5. But you better hurry, the drawing is March 27 at 4:30p. 336-372-3462.
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Candy and Gift Items for Easter
 Solid chocolate bunnies (white, milk & dark chocolates), truffles, bars, and more to make this holiday extra sweet! Check out art available in the store and upcoming classes to help free the artist in you.
Studio Redwood, Inc., 16 S. Main, Sparta. Gallery Hours: Thurs. and Fri. 10a-5p, Sat. 10a-1p Classroom Hours: Mon., Tues., and Weds., 10a-6p.336-372-7111
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Get FREE help with tax preparation
 The Voluntary Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program at the Alleghany County Library is providing FREE tax preparation assistance through April 10 (with the exception of the week of March 25). 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. Tax help is available on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10a til 4p.
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Garden seeds, transplants available
 Each year the Alleghany Planning Committee sponsors the Summer Garden Seed Program through the Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission Inc. Office (B.R.O.C). Each household who applies and qualifies is issued a $50 voucher to purchase seeds or plants for their garden. Anyone who is interested in applying should call the B.R.O.C. Office at 336-372-7284. Office Hours are Monday-Thursday 9a-3:30p.
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Check the Chamber Calendar
for these upcoming events
-- PLEASE FOLLOW THE LINK
FOR DETAILS --
 WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY, MARCH 27-29Meeting of Minds performes: The Alleghany Community Theatre production that brings together famous people of history returns for performances at the Piney Creek Meeting House, Senior Center and Library.
 THURSDAY, MARCH 28
Backwoods Bean Wine Tasting: THIS TIME ONLY, the monthly wine tasting will be on Thursday to avoid conflicting with Good Friday. Join the gang at Selma's Backwoods Bean to sample new wines, enjoy appetizers and visit. 336-372-7888
 FRIDAY, MARCH 29Good Friday Service, Communion: Sparta Presbyterian Church, 160 South Main Street, will be holding a special noon community Easter service. All are invited to attend.
SATURDAY, MARCH 30
SUNDAY, MARCH 31 
 THURSDAY, APRIL 4Congresswoman Virginia Foxx will be the featured speaker at the monthly dinner meeting at Alexander Hall (formerly Silver Dollar Music Park). Reservations preferred. Click link for details.
 SATURDAY, APRIL 6
Want to improve your agricutural endeavor? Want to start an ag business? This free workshop is for you!!!
 MONDAY, APRIL 8
Join this discussion group and explore story harvesting, an opportunity to write your own stories in a safe and supportive environment.
 APRIL 9, 11, 16 & 25
Learn the impact inflammation can have on health and how to reduce it.
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