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Ongoing Events and Entertainment
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)407-2603.

 
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

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Shop Sparta 
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. 
  
Barn Quilt Trails 

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.

Driving Loops
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 .
 
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. 


 
Alleghany Chamber of Commerce
 
Phone: 800-372-5473
336-372-5473
Email: 
Info@Sparta-NC.com 
Weekly Chamber Brief
Alleghany Chamber of Commerce June 7, 2017
Nikola's Restaurant

Nikola's restaurant will be opening on Mondays now starting on June 13th. For those who have never tired us, come out and join us!
Upcoming WCC- Alleghany Center Classes 
               
  • Self Defense: May 30th- July 25th: course is offered on Tuesday evenings 6-8 p.m.
  • Summer Gardening Series: June 17th, July 15th, August 19th, and September 16th: course is on Saturday mornings 9-11 a.m. 
  • One Stroke Painting: June 8th- August 3rd: Thursday afternoons 2-4 p.m.
  • Computer Basics: June 12th-August 7th: Monday Mornings 9am-12 noon.
  • Computer Basics: June 12th-August 7th: Monday Evenings 5:30-8:30
  • Excel: July 15th, 22nd, and 29th: Saturday mornings 8:30-12 noon
  • Intro to Smart Devices: June 5th-July 25th: Monday evenings 5:30-8:30 p.m.
  • Microsoft Office Suite: June 12th-August 7th: Monday evenings 5:30-8:00 p.m.
  • Windows 10: June 7th and 8th: Wednesday and Thursday mornings 8:30-2:30 p.m.
  • Nurse Aide 1: June 5th-July 31st: Monday-Thursday 8:15-3:15 pm
  • Nurse Aide 2: June 5th-August 31st: Monday-Thursday evenings 5:30-9:00 p.m.
  • CNC Machining: June 7th-August 2nd: Monday and Wednesday evenings 6:00-9:00 p.m.
  • Photography 101: June 6th-August 1st: Tuesday evenings 6:00-9:00 p.m.
  • CPR/First Aid: June 24th: Saturday 8:30-5:00 p.m.
  • Baking Breads and Cakes: June 20th-August 22nd: Tuesday evenings 6:00-9:00 p.m.
  • Self Defense: May 30th-July 25th: Tuesday evenings 6:00-8:00 p.m.
  • Intro to Computer Graphics Concepts: July 11th-August 15th: Tuesday evenings 6:00-8:00 p.m.
  • Basket weaving: June 7th-July 26th: Wednesday mornings 9:00-11:00 a.m.
For more information or to register for a class, please contact Talina Pipes at WCC- Alleghany Center at 336-903-3143 or by email: tlpipes811@wilkescc.edu
Seminar

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. 

June 8: 
Richard Doughton, changes in the court system
June 15:
Linda Tucker, Kathy Muldar, Elisabeth Edwards, and Lillis Ward: Special Olympics and taking the Polar Plunge!
June 22:
District Governor Tom Smith
June 29:
Changing of the Guard! (new officers)
July 6:
Louis Watts and Jessica Bryant, Guardian Ad Litem
July 13:
District Governor Scott Van Der Linden
July 20:
Susan Miles, Miles JOB Fund
July 27:
Theresa March, Empty Bowls project


Questions? Call Matt Kovacich at  336-200-2215. Learn more about the Alleghany Rotary Club at  sparta-nc.com/rotary.

Community Knitting

The Alleghany County Library invites knitters of all experience levels to enjoy knitting together at the library. Join us on Tuesdays at 1:00 pm for knitting and fellowship! For additional information, call 336-372-5573 or email dbrewer@nwrl.org.
welcome. 


Fairy Lanterns

Create your very own Fairy Friendly Lantern at the Alleghany County Public Library! Join us on the first Wednesday of each month at 10:30 am for a brand new Make It & Take It Craft! All supplies are provided. $5 registration fee. For ages 18 and up. For more information call 336-372-5573 or email dbrewer@nwrl.org.
Alleghany Writers

In June we'll begin digging into, and dissecting, our own works. Come and join in the critique of a work in progress. 
The class assignment is to find a story you like, then turn the narrative into a poem.  If you wish to contribute, that's great! If you prefer just to listen, that's o.k., too. But it should be an entertaining exercise.
And think of something you'd like to share - perhaps an exercise which has helped you, an example of good writing, an article about writing or writers.
Hope to see you at Alleghany Library at 4:00 on June 15! 
Questions? Contact Kay Bodeen 336-372-6807
Alleghany County Library: Family Story Time 
 
The second Monday afternoon of each month at 5:00 PM. Beginning May 8.

Contact the library at 336-372-5573 for more information

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 unless otherwise noted. All ages welcome.


Saturday, June 10: Closed for Houstonfest
Tuesday, June 13: June birthday party with Rise and Shine
Saturday, June 17: Buck Mountain Band
Saturday, June 24: Earl White String Band
Saturday, July 1: Buckstankle Boys
Saturday, July 8: Mountain Park Old Time Band
Tuesday, July 11: July birthday party with Rise and Shine
Saturday, July 15: Big Ridge Old Time Band
Saturday, July 22: Closed for Alleghany Fiddlers Convention
Saturday, July 29: Mountain Park Old Time Band
 


Line Dance lessons on Monday nights from 6-7:30 pm, $3 per person 
per lesson.
The Alleghany Jubilee is at 25 North Main Street in Sparta, NC. Doors open at 6 p.m. For information call (336) 407-2603 or (336) 657-1441. Recorded schedule information: (336) 200-4949. 

Farmers Market

Come out to the Farmers Market and enjoy homemade goods and freshly grown foods! 
Open from 9 AM until 12 PM on Saturdays.
Tour de Mountains 2017

Tour de Mountains cycling adventure will take place Saturday, June 10 in Sparta, NC. The cycle will include spectacular views and challenging climbs! You can choose your distance of 20, 35, 62, or 100 miles. 
For more information, call  (336)372-2944.

"100 Mile" Challenge Hike

Need to add a few miles to your log?  Join a State Ranger at the visitor center off of highway 221 in the New River State Park for a 2.4 mile hike on Saturday, June 10th at 10 AM. We will enjoy the beautiful weather and talked about what nature is up to during this season.  It is recommended to wear sturdy shoes and bring a water bottle.
What is the "100 Mile" Challenge? Please visit https://nc100miles.org for more information.
Wildflower Hike: New River State Park

Join a ranger for a 1 mile hike along the New River and in search of June wildflowers, ferns, and trees on Saturday, June 10th at 2 PM.
Wear good walking shoes and bring a bottle of
water. Feel free to bring your camera as well, to capture the beauty, and leave it for others to
enjoy.
Farm to Table Dinner


Mark your calendars for the Farm to Table dinner that will be held on June 10, 2017 at 6:00 PM. Tickets are $35 a person or $65 for two, $250 for eight. Tickets are available for purchase at the Chamber of  Commerce. 
The dinner will be held at the
Farmers Market Pavilion at Crouse Park. 

VFW Post 7034 Chicken for Sale

Whole and half chicken for sale starting June 10th by 8:30 AM or when the chicken is cooked. These are sold out by mid-morning. $9 whole, $5 half.

Ride for Readers

Motorcycle/auto ride fundraiser for the Alleghany County Library, beginning at Freeborne's 14300 Hwy 18, Laurel Springs. Kickstands up at 10 AM. $25 per person includes cookout, live music, 50/50 drawing, worst and best hand and door prizes.

Studio Tours

Studio Tours by North Carolina Mountain Arts Adventure will be having 16 studios and galleries opening their doors; artists will display and demonstrate their work and talk to visitors. Pick up a map at Alleghany Chamber of Commerce or see a map online at www.mountainartsadventure.com
June 16th from 10 AM until 5 PM
June 17th from 10 AM until 5 PM
June 18th from 10 AM until 5 PM
New River Shriners Annual Duck Race

The annual duck race will be held on June 17 from 12 noon until 4 PM. The race will begin at 2 PM. There will be hamburgers and hotdogs served and kids eat for FREE! There is no admission for this event.
 Located at Una's River Bottom

Wine Festivals

Amateur wine makers showcase their talents at the Grapestompers/Thistle Meadow Winery in Laurel Springs on July 17th from 12 PM until 4 PM.
Guided Canoe Trip

Guided canoe trips will take place at
New River State Park on Sundays at 2 PM on June 18th. There will be a small fee for shuttle. Includes basic canoe instruction and history of the river.