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Downtown Blacksburg Inc. Newsletter
SEPTEMBER 2018
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Congratulations to
Downtown Blacksburg, Inc.
Members of the Month- September
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Downtown Blacksburg, Inc. News
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FREE MOVIE FOR
SUSTAINABILITY
WEEK
Saturday September 22, 2018
11:00AM - Admission is Free
Enjoy the second annual Blacksburg Bike Parade on Saturday, September 22nd
. and then head down to the Lyric Theatre to enjoy a free eco-matinee- "The Lorax"!
SPONSORED BY
Downtown Blacksburg, Inc &
Sustainable Blacksburg
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Downtown Blacksburg 2018 Event Dates
October 13- Blues, Brews & BBQ
October 18- Pretty In Pink
October 20-Hokie BugFest comes to downtown Blacksburg!
October 31-Downtown Trick or Treat
November 24- Small Business Saturday
December 7- Winter Lights & TubaChristmas
DETAILS AT BOTTOM OF NEWSLETTER!!
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RZN 17-0006 - Old Blacksburg Middle School Rezoning
The Blacksburg Planning and Building Department received a request to rezone the Old Blacksburg Middle School Property in 2017. After a neighborhood meeting and a Planning Commission work session in 2017, the application was placed on hold while the applicants prepared revisions to the application materials. The revised materials were submitted on April 13, 2018 and the rezoning application is again active.
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Blacksburg Farmers Market
Join us for the Apple Tasting event. Try them all and vote for your favs! Live music featuring the Porch Loungers. Don't miss this one!
Saturday September 29
Blacksburg Vintage Market
Fall Vintage Market Fashion Show 2018-
Sunday Sept 9 at 4pm
Come on out to the Vintage Market Fall Fashion Show to see lovely vintage inspired fall fashion at its finest!
FREE
The show will begin promptly at 4pm and last about 20-30 minutes.-4pm-4:30pm
Market Hours: 10am-5pm
All modeled by some of Blacksburg's loveliest people! This is a free event put on to celebrate vintage style and the fabulous vintage vendors that we are lucky enough to have right here in Blacksburg! It's also a great way to welcome the season of fall.
108 West Roanoke St., Blacksburg, VA24060
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Happening right now! 20%off store wide including sale items! Sale thru Tuesday 9/4!
Sign up for Frequent Buyers!#sale#shoplocal
#downtownblacksburg#labordaysale
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September Cooking Classes
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CONGRATULATIONS!
109 A College Ave, Blacksburg, VA 24060
Presented By Greens Grill & Sushi Bar
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Midtown Redevelopment Partners
The Blacksburg Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on the Midtown development rezoning on Sept. 4.
The planning process for the project has been collaborative and positive. The project meets Blacksburg's long-term vision and would create a vibrant community that would bring hundreds of workers and residents to downtown.
Please plan to come to the meeting at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 4 in Blacksburg Town Council Chambers. If you can't be there to show your support, please write members of the Planning Commission to show your support.
The final Town Council public hearing is scheduled for later in the month at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 25 in council chambers.
Blacksburg, VA 24060
Presented By Midtown Redevelopment Partners
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Tapestry Weaving:
An Introduction
Sunday, September 9th, 1-4pm
Instructor: Elizabeth Ackermann
Fee: $45 + Materials Kit ($23.75)
Level: Beginner
Metamorphic Dress
Sundays: September 16th & 23rd, 3-6pm
Instructor: Jessica Jones
Fee: $90 + Materials (variable depending on fabric choice)
Level: Intermediate
Stripescape KAL : Techniques
Thursday Evenings, 5:30-7pm
September 20th: German Short Rows
October 18th: Basic Brioche
November 15th: Striping Yarns in Lace
December 13th: I-Cord Bind Off
Instructors: Jessica Jones & Stella Boyer
Fee: $20/Class Level: Intermediate
102 East Roanoke St, Blacksburg, VA 24060
Presented By New River Fiber Co.
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Positive Radio Group brings you live coverage of local High School Football this fall!
First, on Classic Hits 101.3 FM & 105.9 FM it's the Game of the Week featuring Friday Night Football games of area schools such as Christiansburg, Floyd, Giles, and more.
Then, ESPN Blacksburg brings you in-depth coverage of Blacksburg High School Football on 93.1 FM, 97.1 FM and online at
www.espnblacksburg.com
PLUS!!!
ESPN Blacksburg now has an App! Search for ESPN Blacksburg in the App Store and download it today. Now you can listen to ESPN Blacksburg anytime, anywhere!
145 Jackson St, Blacksburg, VA 24060
Presented By Positive Radio Group
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Over 100 businesses were surveyed and the results are in:
We are honored to receive the award for Top 5 Best Large Company to work for in Montgomery County!
A huge thank you to Dr. Thompson for leading the way, and for each individual team member who contributes to making Real Life Dental a wonderful place to work!
250 S. Main St. Suite 212, Blacksburg, VA 24060
Presented By Real Life Dental
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Will be part of the Green Building Tour on September 15 as part of Sustainability Week 2018
701 Progress St, Blacksburg, VA 24060
Presented Shelter Alternatives
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Sideline Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
WELCOME TO Dr. Derek Buck, M.D., D.C.
Dr. Derek Buck joins Sideline Orthopedics and Sports Medicine as an Interventional and Spine Care Specialist. He studied general medicine at Ross University School of Medicine on the island of Roseau Dominica, which is located in the West Indies. His residency was in physical medicine and rehabilitation. In Richmond, Virginia, he completed his fellowship training in interventional spine.
250 S. Main St Suite #224A, Blacksburg, VA 24060
Presented Sideline Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
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Shop with us Thursday through the weekend and enjoy a Labor Day Sale!
And,
MallyLu Lovelies
is on sale!! Grab it up now while you can
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We are making room for NEW pieces!
Excludes sale and clearance items only!
304 N. Main St, Blacksburg, VA 24060
Presented By Southern Harts Boutique
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Now delivering gift certificates, chocolates and now ice cream using Uber Eats!
102 N. Main St, Blacksburg, VA 24060
Presented By Sugar Magnolia
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Join us for our FABULOUS End of Summer Sale!
75% off Red Dot
40% off Green Dot
20% off Storewide
See you Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for GREAT savings!
208 A N. Main St, Blacksburg, VA 24060
Presented By t.r. collection
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NEW DBI MEMBERS
Aesirtech can assist with your IT consulting and network troubleshooting needs.
Call:540-519-2468
CowanPerry PC
250 S. Main St, Suite 226
CowanPerry, PC is a law firm of trusted business advisors and courtroom advocates providing practical solutions to protect and grow businesses in Southwest Virginia.
Benny Marzano's
110 B Draper Rd
Located in downtown Blacksburg, Benny's is notorious for our slices of 28" pizza, or as we call it, "The Virginia Slice"
Midtown Redevelopment LLC
500 S. Main St
Midtown invites year-round residents to enjoy a walkable, vibrant community with urban amenities - whether they are young professionals, singles, families, empty-nesters or active seniors.
Poor Billy's
201 N. Main St
Handcut steaks, fresh seafood and seafood.
Blacksburg Community Band
PO Box 11482
The ensemble is open to individuals of all ages and ability levels from the New River Valley and surrounding areas. No auditions are required and there are no dues or fees. Members volunteer their time and talents. Concerts are generally free so we can share music with the local community.
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DBI Interns
Welcome back Sydney Emory
Sydney is a Senior at Virginia Tech, studying for a double major in Psychology and Human Development. She has interned for DBI for 3 years now as an administrative assistant. She assists with everything from festivals to financial recording. Sydney is a member of Delta Psi Nu local Leadership and Service fraternity and absolutely loves her dog Lily (who goes everywhere with her, including the DBI Office on occasion)! Sydney hopes to attend a Master's program for Speech Language Pathology and begin her career in the Richmond area soon. Sydney will be working as Administrative Assistant for DBI through the Federal Work Study program.
Welcome Blythe Boyd
Blythe is from Virginia Beach and is a Junior at Virginia Tech, studying Fashion Merchandising and Design with a minor in Communications. In addition to working as the Marketing Assistant with Downtown Blacksburg this year, she is serving as a co-coordinator for the Fashion Show this year and is eager to serve on the Executive Board for out Fashion Merchandising and Design Society again this year. She plans to go into Visual Merchandising when she graduates and work with window displays and store layouts. Blythe is also heavily involved in her campus ministry, Cru at Virginia Tech. She is excited to further her knowledge of marketing as well as enhancing her skills. "I think that visuals have immense power on consumer behavior and this is where I enjoy focusing my efforts."
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Market Square Jam
Every Wednesday night, 8-10pm .
Catering to traditional old time music, the Market Square Jam brings regional musicians together to pick a tune, enjoy fun times with their friends and family, and take in all that downtown Blacksburg has to offer.
At Market Square Park
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Jim Lloyd & Friends
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9/5
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Mac and Cheese
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9/12
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Happy Hollow String Band
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9/19
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Indian Run String Band
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9/26
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Alexander Black House
"With These Hands" by Teri Hoover
A community project consisting of 230 black and white photographs of hands. Participants are individuals living and working in Blacksburg and the New River Valley. The wide spectrum of participants include teachers, artists, students, musicians, librarians, doctors, scientists, gardeners, advocates and one furry cheer enthusiast.
Special thanks to Miller off Main St. Galleries for their help preparing the exhibit!
The exhibit will be on display until September 10.
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The Artful Lawyer, A Fine Gallery, Inc.
Artist Talks
Discussion with Donald Sunshine
Wednesday, September 19
5:30-6:30pm
Discussion with Felta Virginia
Wednesday, September 26
5:30-6:30pm
318 N Main St Open M-F 8:30am-5:30pm, Blacksburg, VA 24060
Presented by The Artful Lawyer, A Fine Gallery, Inc.
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Blacksburg Regional Arts Association
The Blacksburg Regional Art Association is sponsoring a 5-day workshop, Sept 5-9, at Warm Hearth in Blacksburg. Ohio artist Sandy Maudlin will teach The Best of YUPO and her tape batik method of creating exciting watercolor and acrylic art works. The workshop is open to all 18 and up. Go to
blacksburgart.org for full information and registration form. Deadline to apply is Aug 18.
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135 College Ave, Blacksburg, VA 24060
Presented By The Lyric Theatre
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Robi Sallee
"My love for art began at an early age as I adorned walls and school desks with my creations. After graduating from Virginia Tech's Art Department with honors, I took some time off from art to start a family. My husband and I have four wonderful and unique daughters and live in a beautiful 100+ year old farm house in Blacksburg surrounded by hay fields and farms. If that isn't enough artistic inspiration, my son loves to travel. On his most recent trip to Nepal and India, he took enough photos to keep me in paint for quite a few years.
My primary medium is acrylic, but I also love watercolor as well as just about any other creative medium. I try to use reclaimed or recycled products as much as possible in my artwork. My husband's construction company builds houses and I often sift through the leftover construction materials to find wood and ot her items to paint on for collages or frames, trying to make something beautiful out of what would normally go into a landfill. "
205 S. Main St, Blacksburg, VA 24060
Presented by The Main Street Inn
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Paul Taylor Dance Company performs with Argentine pianist Pablo Ziegler
The sultry essence of the tango springs to life onstage when the Paul Taylor Dance Company performs with Argentine pianist Pablo Ziegler. Paul Taylor is an American titan of modern dance, while Ziegler toured the world with Tango grand-maestro Astor Piazzolla's quintet. Together, they bring a fresh evening of nuevo tango and modern dance, ringing in the Moss Arts Center's 2018-19 season on Friday, September 14, at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets for the performance are $25-$55 for general public and $10 for students and youth 18 and under. Tickets can be purchased online; at the Moss Arts Center's box office, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; or by calling 540-231-5300 during box office hours.
For more information and to tickets, WEBSITE
Trailblazing artist Jacob Lawrence exhibition
Experience a comprehensive overview of printmaking works by the influential American artist Jacob Lawrence in the exhibition "History, Labor, Life: The Prints of Jacob Lawrence," which is now on view. A prominent 20th-century artist, Lawrence is renowned for his depiction of African-American life as well as epic narratives of African-American history. "History, Labor, Life: The Prints of Jacob Lawrence" features more than 90 works produced by Lawrence from 1963 to 2000.
190 Alumni Mall, Blacksburg, VA 24060
Presented by The Moss Arts Center
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DOWNTOWN PIANO
We love our first downtown piano! The piano is located outside of the Community Arts Information Office at 149 College Avenue. We encourage pianists of all ages and abilities to stop by and play awhile! We do ask that you are gentle with the piano and sensitive to time of day or night , as well as other activities which may be happening. (For example, please don't play while the bands are performing concerts on the Henderson Lawn!)
The downtown piano "project" is brought to you by the
Downtown Revitalization Committee.
Thanks to Gregg Moneyhun for donating this piano!
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On
Wednesday, Sept. 19
, Blacksburg AARP will team up with VCOM and the Christiansburg Rec Center to present the 2018 Health and Wellness Fair at the Christiansburg Rec Center. Running from
noon-4pm
there will be over 100 exhibitors, including a number of DBI member businesses. This is a great place to go for health screenings and lots more. People dealing with the challenges of aging parents will find a wealth of information available from a variety of providers. There will be exercise demos and some brief lectures, such as on Alzheimer's disease. Come and drop in on the parts of the Fair that interest you, you won't be disappointed.
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Creative Writing Workshops
Every 2nd and 4th Mondays, 6:30-7:30 pm
Whether you see yourself as a novelist, teacher, or simply writing for pleasure, we invite you to join a supportive community of writers engaged in developing their writing skills. Bring a short piece you've written to share and receive feedback. Advance registration required.
Author Talk with Rosaire Bushey,
Sunday, September 9 at 2 pm
Join us for an author talk by Rosaire Bushey, as he talks about his book, Magic's Genesis: The Grey, and to discuss the process of independent publishing. As a debut author, Rosaire's experiences will be an excellent starting point for those who are considering self/independent publishing and hoping to hear first-hand about the experience.
Voices from the Holy Land Film Series
Sunday, September 16 at 2 pm
Voices From the Holy Land is a series of films that discusses the issues in the middle east from all perspectives. This month's selection is "Rachel: an American Conscience." Following the film there will be a discussion of the movie.
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Blacksburg Newcomers Club
Blacksburg Newcomers' Club to host speaker from Citizens' Climate Lobby
Learn more about the proposed Carbon Fee and Dividend legislation
The first 2018-19 general meeting of Blacksburg Newcomers' Club will be on Tuesday, September 11, 9:00-11:30 a.m. After an hour of social time with refreshments,
Alaina Coppa, of the Citizens' Climate Lobby, will speak about the lobby'
s mission:
"to
create the political will for climate solutions by enabling individual breakthroughs in the exercise of personal and political power.
" Attendees will learn about
Carbon Fee and Dividend, a climate change solution that bridges the partisan divide.
Every month Newcomers' also features a Community Outreach speaker. In September, Susan Miller of the Montgomery County Emergency Assistance Program (MCEAP), will detail their mission and how NRV citizens can help.
Whether you've just moved to the New River Valley or are a long-time, resident, join the Blacksburg Newcomers' Club to learn more about the issues facing the NRV and to meet your neighbors from across the valley.
What: Blacksburg Newcomers' Club Meeting
When: Tuesday, September 11, 2018, 9:00-11:30 a.m.
Where: Fellowship Hall of Luther Memorial Lutheran Church, 600 Prices Fork Road, Blacksburg, VA.
Free babysitting is available for pre-school children ages 6 months and older.
Cost: No cost for guests attending the meeting. Membership dues are $25.00 a year and include participation in interest groups.
Weather Policy: Meetings will be cancelled if Montgomery County Public Schools have a two hour delay or schools are closed. Please check the Montgomery County Public School weather related announcements on: www.mcps.org
Building Friendships and Community across the NRV.
STOP BIRDS HITTING YOUR WINDOWS!
The Conservation Management Institute at Virginia Tech is working with undergraduate students at VT to identify solutions to this problem while providing an opportunity for the students to actively participate in field research and gain experience to complement their academic work.
We need your help! We are gathering reports of bird-glass fatalities across Virginia and the surrounding states. To file a report, simply email the following information to:
reportawindowcollision-g@vt.edu.
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Community Housing Partners
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Cranwell International Center
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Downtown Events, Inc- Up On The Roof
Up on the Roof - September 27 from 5:30-8pm. Rooftop of Kent Square Parking Garage. $4 or $9 for 1 or 3 drink wristbands, $1 reusable cup. Food samples, live local music, craft beer and local wine. Our lead sponsor this month is Midtown-Blacksburg - thank you! Best place to meet and mingle with young, creative, new and local professionals! Be Local. Be Social. See you there!
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Habitat ReStore
1675 North Franklin Street, Christiansburg
Phone: 540-381-1155
New Store Hours Monday thru Friday 10 am to 7 pm, Saturdays 9-5
Pick-up service available in Blacksburg and Christiansburg
Check out bargains on Craigslist. Like us on Facebook. Search NRV ReStore.
Mark your calendars. The next Repair Café will be Saturday, October 13. Volunteers will be offering repairs for small electronics, tool sharpening, light sewing, small furniture repair and some IT fixes. Come out to learn more about our newest venture- A TOOL LENDING LIBRARY. The ReStore will also be cutting the ribbon on our new and exciting department. Come join the fun!
540-381-1155.
The ReStore has a new stock of purchased inventory including beautiful indoor/outdoor rugs, yard and garden supplies, new refrigerators and washer/dryer sets, as well as The Best collection of gently used furniture, appliances and cabinets in the area. Join our Customer Loyalty Program for monthly coupons.
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Hacksburg
Blacksburg's Workshop
Meetings Tuesday at 7:30 pm
Open to all
2200 Kraft Dr. Suite 1475
Blacksburg, VA 24060
Workshops:
Sept 16- Laser Cutter Class
Sept 23- Woodworking 102
Oct 7 & 13- Cider Pressing
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Hahn Horticulture Garden
Upcoming events at the Hahn Horticulture Garden:
Simply Elemental August 1 - Sept. 30:
Simply Elemental is an outdoor art exhibit integrated along the garden paths, plantings, and trees of the Hahn Horticulture Garden at Virginia Tech. The art will be on display in the garden from August 1st - Sept. 30th.
Essential Oils Workshop
Thursday, September 6
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Wednesday, September 12
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Walk or Talk Series: Mindfulness in the Garden
Sept. 19 from 12pm-1pm
MUSIC IN THE ALLEE * SEPTEMBER 12 * 6PM-8PM
Artweek @ VT with the Moss Arts Center. Music will travel down the allee intermixed with poetry as multiple artists and poets share their love of art, music, nature and words with the audience sitting on the lawn or wandering among the art.
CLOSING RECEPTION * SEPTEMBER 30 * 2PM-4PM
Farewell to Simply Elemental! Several performing artists will return to say good bye to Simply Elemental 2018 on its last day. Selected art will be on sale.
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Warm Hearth
Please join us for a Meet & Greet as we welcome our new store manager at the Treasure Trove Thrift Store! Drop by the store on Wednesday, September 5th between 3-5pm to welcome Seth Thompson and enjoy light refreshments. The Treasure Trove is located at 3055 N. Franklin Street in Christiansburg, directly across from Corning. All sales at the Treasure Trove benefit the Warm Hearth Foundation's Neighbors in Need fund, which helps provide housing and health care to seniors in need living at Warm Hearth Village. Donations and volunteers are always needed!
For more information call Karen Nelson at 443-3406.
Calling all runners, joggers, and walkers! The Warm Hearth Foundation invites you to join us for the Parrot Strut 5K Trail Run/Walk on Saturday, October 13th at 9AM. Participants will be "strutting" right through the beautiful campus of Warm Hearth Village, with proceeds benefiting the Warm Hearth Foundation's Neighbors in Need fund. Registration includes a free tee shirt, snacks/refreshments following the race and more! Click here to register! www.eventbrite.com/e/parrot-strut-5k.
Contact Amy Webb at 443-3413 or awebb@warmhearth.org with questions or for more information. We look forward to seeing you there!
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SAVE THE DATES:
Annual Book Fair- October 6-8
Annual Craft Fair - November 9- 11
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UPCOMING EVENTS & SPECIALS!
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5th annual Blues, Brews & BBQ
Saturday, October 13, 2018 ♦ Noon to 6 PM
Grab a plate of BBQ and enjoy traditional Blues Music at the St. Luke & Odd Fellows Hall! Recall the days when crowds would gather for dancing, community, and fellowship at what is now a nationally recognized historic landmark.
Beer, wine, & BBQ are available for purchase. Admission is free although donations are greatly appreciated! No outside food, drink, or pets allowed.
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10th annual Pretty In Pink
Annual fundraiser for the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation
Thursday October 18
Downtown Blacksburg
DETAILS TO FOLLOW SOON! |
Hokie Bugfest comes to Downtown Blacksburg!!!
Saturday October 20, 10am-5pm
Squires Student Center & College Avenue
CLICK HERE FOR FULL DETAILS |
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