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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.
The VFW Military Museum is open to the public, 10a-2p, every Wednesday and Saturday in the basement of the VFW Post 7034, 1193 Us Highway 21 S, Sparta, NC. Admission is free.
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Alleghany Chamber of Commerce
Phone: 800-372-5473
336-372-5473
Email: Info@Sparta-NC.com
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Alleghany Chamber of Commerce April 24, 2013 |
Last Call for Events Calendar
The Alleghany Chamber of Commerce is laying out the calendar of events from June through December. If you have a public event that would be of interest to visitors, please let us know. Brochures will be going to print May 1st, so get your event in now! 336.372.5473
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Top prize $5,000
A few tickets still available
for big Rotary Drawdown
 Time is running out for tickets to put you in contention for the $5,000 top prize in the Rotary Drawdown beginning at 6p, Saturday, May 4, at Alexander Hall (formerly Silver Dollar Music Park). The $100 ticket entitles the bearer to two meals (double entree of grilled chicken breast and pork tenderloin). Members who can be contacted regarding tickets include: President Tony League, 372-7260; George White at First Community Bank, 372-2265; Roger Choate at Car Quest, 372-5545; Matt Kovacich, 372-1423; Donna Edwards at Grayson National Bank, 372-2811; and Bob Bamberg at the Chamber of Commerce, 372-5473.
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Pioneer-Eclipse gets SHARP
 NC Commissioner of Labor Cherie Berry was in Sparta Monday to tour Amano Pioneer-Eclipse and to award SHARP certification to the facility. The Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program recognizes employers who operate an exemplary injury and illness prevention program. Amano Pioneer-Eclipse is the first Alleghany business to be so recognized. Berry is shown test driving a Pioneer-Eclipse buffer during the tour. Also pictured is Plant Manager Michael Brinkmann, WCC Director Jayne Boger and P-E H.R. Director Trasa Jones. |
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Spread your message in
the Chamber newsletter
 We will be mailing out the Chamber's Report around May 3 and we invite Chamber members to include their flyer or one-page notice for $50. Get you message to Chamber members for less than 18 ¢ per copy. Just drop 300 copies by the Chamber no later than Tuesday, April 30. Questions? Call 336-372-5473 or drop by the Chamber office across from Halsey Drug. |
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River Rock Hosts
Empty Bowls Monday
 The River Rock Grill hosts the fourth annual Empty Bowls fundraiser in honor of Bet Mangum and to benefit for the Solid Rock Food Closet. Tickets are sold out, so there are no handmade bowls to be given out, but you are welcome to drop by River Rock Grill between 11a-2p and make a donation to receive a soup lunch and bid on silent auction items. Questions? Call the River Rock at 336-372-2694. |
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Local Recording Artist
D.J. Smith Special Event
 Daniel Justin Smith will be at Studio Redwood, 16 South Main St., Sparta, on Saturday, May 4, for a Kids' Show/Songwriter Set & Art Reveal. Chris Davis' new painting inspired by Smith's song "Forever Rain" will be debuted. The special kids set begins at 4:30p, followed by a songwriter set at 5p. The event is sponsored by the Alleghany Arts Council.
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Local Misses Invited to
Compete for Princess Title
 The Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission is inviting Alleghany girls ages 3-10 to participate in the Little Miss Princess contest. This is a fundraiser for B.R.O.C. All youngsters who participate will receive a prize. It is open through July 26. Click for more details. Questions? Drop by the B.R.O.C. office at 1747 US 21 North, Monday-Thursday from 9a-3:30p or call 336-372-7284 or 336-667-7174. |
Check the Chamber Calendar
for these upcoming events
-- PLEASE CLICK ON THE UNDERLINED BLUE LINK
FOR DETAILS --
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24
THURSDAY, APRIL 25 
FRIDAY, APRIL 26 
Selma's Last Wine Tasting features Spanish and California wines. Backwoods Bean has been sold. Be sure to attend this big tasting and say goodbye to Selma and wish her luck in her restaurant venture. More about new owners to come.
SATURDAY, APRIL 27
led by a New River Park Ranger.
 Love on a Budget shares the secrets of how to have a memorable wedding celebration without going to the poor house.
SUNDAY, APRIL 28
MONDAY, APRIL 29
 Farmers Market Vendor Training: Learn all you need to know to sell at this summer's Farmers Market at this free program held in old County office building.
TUESDAY, APRIL 30
THURSDAY, MAY 2
FRIDAY, MAY 3
SATURDAY, MAY 4
MONDAY, MAY 6
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