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Featured Events:
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Ongoing Events and Entertainment
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Come just to listen or to dance to the blue grass and old time musicians who play every Tuesday and Saturday beginning at 7pm. Admission is $5 on Tuesday and $6 on Saturday. Line Dancing classes are also offered on Monday nights beginning at 6pm. 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 6pm. Come and play or just listen. No charge, but a donation is appreciated. 336-372-5473
GREAT ACTIVITIES TO DO ANYTIME
The town of Sparta offers a variety of art galleries, apparel and accessory stores, gift shops, restaurants and even an old fashioned hardware store. Click
here to learn more about the merchants in Sparta.
Barns and other buildings around the county display 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 country-side 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.
Be sure to visit when planning a trip this Spring or Summer. Open Thursday through Saturday, 10am to 5pm. There's never an admission charge. Stop by to experience local history and to see the new displays, 7 North Main Street, Sparta.
Veterans' Morning Coffee & Breakfast
at the VFW
The VFW hosts an informal full breakfast including, biscuits, gravy, eggs, bacon, sausage, grits, and coffee every Wednesday from 8:30-11am. All veterans are invited to attend.
Click to learn more
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The VFW Military Museum is open to the public, 10am-2pm, 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:
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Weekly Chamber Brief
Alleghany Chamber of Commerce November 23, 2016
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Business After Hours
Journey Wellness Studio will host this Business After Hours on Thursday, December 8, from 5-7 pm at 81 West Doughton Street.
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New Location for Alleghany Office Supply
Their location is now at 665 South Main Street in Sparta, which is across from 21 Tavern Restaurant.
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Angel Tree at the Alleghany County Library
The Alleghany County Library will sponsor its annual Angel Tree for community adults
in need. The tree will be on display beginning mid-November with angels available for adoption beginning Monday, November 14. Due to the upcoming move, gifts will need to be delivered to the library by Friday, December 9. For more information, call Debbie Brewer at 336-372-5573 or [email protected].
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Weekly Rotary Program
The Club meets every
Thursday at 7 am
in the
Alleghany Memorial Hospital Solarium for a buffet breakfast and program. Visitors are welcome.
Dec. 1:
Lee Choate, "NASCAR, from Dreams to Reality"
Dec. 8: Ronda Patrick, Alleghany Pregnancy Center
Dec. 15:Gary York, local storytelling
Dec. 22: Tony League, Commander American Legion
Questions? Call Matt Kovacich at
336-200-2215. Learn more about the Alleghany Rotary Club at
sparta-nc.com/rotary.
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| Old Time Square Dance at the VFW
Fundraiser for Alleghany JAM
December 2, 7-10 pm
BBQ served starting at 6 pm, cakewalk at 8:30 and Alleghany JAM exhibition. Music provided by Cabin Creek Boys; BBQ by Ricky Johnson. Call 336-572-5266 to reserve your BBQ plate ($8) $5 Admission.
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A Community Celebration for Blue Ridge Read
A "Skipping Christmas" event will be held on Thursday,
December 1, at Bruce Wayne Osborne VFW, Hwy 21 South, Sparta from
3 pm until 4:30 pm.
 Family Craft & Snack with Mrs. Claus (sign up for this at the library by November 23). Refreshments & Feature Film shown from
5 pm til 7:30 pm 'Christmas with the Kranks' based on John Grisham's book "Skipping Christmas" sponsored by Blue Ridge Read.
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Alleghany County Library Program
The Alleghany County Library will be ho
sting 12 year old Hazel Pasley on Saturday, December 3, from 12:30-1:30 pm. Hazel and members of her family rec
ently went to Nort
h Dakota to stand in solidarity with 300 Native American tribes and other water protectors to stop the Dakota Access Pipeline from going under the Missouri River, the water source for the Sioux nation and many others. Hazel will be sharing her short film, "We are Here to Protect". Please plan to be at the presentation and support Hazel.
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Alleghany Jubilee Happenings!
Join us for the
Hillbilly Hoedown
with
Rise and Shine Band
every Tuesday night. Admission $5 on Tuesday, $6 on Saturday, age 12 and under free.
Hours are 7-10 pm with all ages welcome, unless otherwise noted.
November and December Schedule:
Saturday, Dec. 3: Crooked Road Ramblers
Saturday, Dec. 10: Mountain Park Old Time
Tuesday, Dec. 13: Birthday celebration with Rise and Shine
Saturday, Dec. 17: Backwater
Saturday, Dec. 24: Closed, Merry Christmas!
Friday, Dec. 30: Mountain Park, pre-New Year's Eve Party
Saturday, Dec 31: C
losed, Happy New Year!
Line dance
lessons on Monday nights from 6-7:30 pm, $3 per person per lesson.
For information call Agnes Joines (336) 657-1441, or for
recorded schedule call (336) 200- 4949, or visit their website
here.
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Hometown Holiday Celebration
Simply Sparta, Simply Festive 
Horse Drawn Carriage Rides:
Sat., Dec. 3 from 10 am til 4 pm.
Tickets available at the Chamber Visitor Center-Adults $5; children 3-12 $2; under 3 FREE
Movie Screenings at the Priser Theater:
Fri., Dec. 2 & Sat, Dec. 3--6 & 8 pm
Sat., Dec. 3 Matinee Only--2 pm
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Christmas Arts & Craft Fair
Catch the "Spirit of the Season" at the Christ
mas Arts and Craft Fair
in Sparta, North Carolina, in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Whether you are looking for that special, fresh cut tree right in its mountain field or are searching for the perfect holiday gift, Sparta and the Christmas Arts and Craft Fair is a must visit. Saturday, December 3 from 9 am - 4:30 pm
in the Black Building at the County Fairgrounds. 336-657-3251.
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| Singing Christmas Tree
Free performances on
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, December 2-4
, at 7 pm at the First Baptist Church
in Sparta. Reservations are advised. Call 336-372-8446 for information.
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| Paint a Gingerbread House at Studio Redwood
Annual Paint a Gingerbread House!
Saturday, Dec. 3, 10 am-Noon
All supplies furnished.
$25 (
gingerbread cookie
included
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Ages: 6-Adult; Ages 6-10 must be accompanied by an adult.
Must pre-register one week prior to class.
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BBQ and Hot Dog Lunch & Bake Sale
Fundraiser for Big Springs Regular Baptist Church!
Saturday, Dec. 3, at 10 am
BBQ plate with slaw, baked beans and hushpuppies $9.
Hot dog, baked beans and chips $7.
Homemade cakes, pies, fried apple pies, bread, cookies and candy. Donations appreciated.
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Christmas Tour of Homes
Piney Creek United Methodist Church presents The Christmas Tour of Homes on Sunday, December 4, from 1 pm until 5 pm. Refreshments offered at Piney Creek United Methodist Church, 296 Pugh Road, Piney Creek. Tickets are $15; available at Alleghany Chamber of Commerce, Alleghany Electronics on Main or call Sara McMillan at 336-359-2285. Featured homes: The John & Cheryl Gambill Mitchell Home, The Judy Mitchell Home, The Ed & Penny Moore Home, The Travis & Jennifer Sturgill Home and the Woodruff-Liverman Home.
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Paint a Whimsical Snowman, Reindeer or Christmas Tree
Studio Redwood offers this class on Monday, December 5, from 6-8 pm for those 21 years and older. All supplies furnished; $30 (includes snack and glass of Thistle Meadow Wine). Must pre-register one week prior to class. 336-372-7111.
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Gingerbread House Contest
The Chamber of Commerce sponsors the first annual Gingerbread House Contest! These houses are on display at all the financial institutions in Sparta. Locals are encouraged to drop by the banks and vote for their favorite until December 8. Winners will receive Chamber Gift Certificates. Proceeds go to The Dream Factory, a youth entrepreneurial program in 2017.
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Win a 2-Ton Truckload of Firewood
Be ready when the cold weather arrives!! Buy your chance to win a 2-ton truckload of fire wood cut by our Trojan HS Wrestling team. It's parked in front of CarQuest so check it out!! $1 per ticket or $5 for 6. Tickets available at CarQuest and Alleghany Electronics and Foley's One Stop Shop(formerly Glade Valley Store) You may also contact Alleghany High School or contact us through our Alleghany Wrestling Club page. ALL PROCEEDS benefit Alleghany WRESTLERS K-12 as they work to continue building this great program and working hard to achieve the goal of bringing home championships. We are Looking forward to a great 2016-2017 season!! Please support us! Drawing will
Dec
10th at the Alleghany Dual Tournament, do not have to be present to win.
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FREE Christmas Concert at Christ Episcopal Church
Mountain Soul will end the season with a wonderful Christmas performance by Puddingstone, an eight piece band who has been featured in Our State magazine many times. Please join us for our Christmas gift to the community at Christ Episcopal Church on Sunday night, December 11th at 6:30 for a FREE Christmas concert.
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Christmas Coffeehouse at Cornerstone Christian Fellowship
Cornerstone Christian Fellowship invites everyone to their Christmas Coffeehouse on Sunday, December 11, at 5pm. Bring your family and enjoy finger foods and music with dramas from the youth. For more information, call 336-572-1886.
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Christmas Tree Farm Choose and Cut Season
Nov. 15-Dec. 24
A trip up the Blue Ridge Mountains to Alleghany County and Sparta, North Carolina, is a great way to get in the Christmas spirit. This is an activity the entire family will enjoy and the pastoral countryside and the quaint town of Sparta will only add to your holiday spirit. Plus you get the fresh-cut advantage with your tree. Our local Choose and Cut tree farms will provide a wonderful experience for your whole family! Go for a hay ride, let your children visit with farm animals, or have a cup of steaming hot chocolate while enjoying a relaxing day with one of our local tree growers. There are many options to choose from! Drop by the Chamber of Commerce Visitor's Center for a list of farms or check our website. Admission: Free
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Storyteller at the Priser Theatre
December 15, 2016
Linda Poland, the storyteller in residence for Jonesboro, Tennessee will perform her style of
The Polar Express and other stories for adults and children on Thursday night,
December 15th at the Priser Theatre. The children's storytelling hour will be at 5:30, and the adult story hour will begin at 7:00. This wonderful event is sponsored by the Arts Guild of Alleghany. Please bring your children, grandchildren, and yourself to support this wonderful night presented by an award winning storyteller. Tickets, $10 for adults, $5 for children, will be available at the door. We only have 50 seats for each session. Do not miss out on this wonderful opportunity.
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Grant Writing for Non-Profit Organizations
Tuesday, December 6,
11 am - 2 pm
Lunch provided.
Wilkes
Community College, Alleghany Center
A free, three-hour seminar tailored to help non-profit organizations become effective grant seekers. Participants will review the stages involved in grant writing: preparation, grant research and identification, grant application/proposal writing, and management.
Register online at
www.wilkescc.edu/SBC
or call Benita Hampton at 336-372-5061, ext. 3, or Laurie Brintle-Jarvis at 336-838-6166 to reserve a seat.
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