Events

The Alleghany Highlands Chamber of Commerce and Tourism hosts activities all year long and promotes local and regional events that benefit the businesses and citizens of the region. To submit an event, either click on the link or please contact the chamber office at 540-962-2178.

The Alleghany Highlands Chamber of Commerce and Tourism hosts and co-sponsors a wide variety of events throughout the year, including networking opportunities, educational events and ribbon cuttings. The Chamber also supports major festivals, concerts and sporting events designed to enhance the quality of life in the region and attract visitors.

Library Sponsoring Summer Reading Program

Clifton Forge Public Library 535 Church St, Clifton Forge, VA, United States

The Clifton Forge Public Library is sponsoring a Summer Reading Program for readers ages 3 through adult. The program begins on Monday, June 10, 2024, and will conclude at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 2, 2024. Books read do not have to be from the library. They can be from your personal collection, or a…

Early Learning Summer Program, Alleghany Highlands YMCA, 07/08-08/09

Alleghany Highlands YMCA 101 YMCA Way, Covington, VA, United States

Experience summer FUN at our YMCA Early Learning Summer Program! Each week is themed and filled with games, activities and trips. We have two locations, Central and West. Ages are 5-12, $130/5 days, $110/3 days. Financial assistance available pending application. Themes/weeks are below: July 8-12: Foodie Art, Kiddos will experience the art of cooking during…

Commonalities exhibit by Tammy Deane and Peter Pittman

COMMONALITIES, with paintings by TAMMY DEANE and sculpture by PETER PITTMAN opens Tuesday, July 23, 2024 and runs thought August 30, 2024. Even a cursory exploration of these works by painter Tammy Deane and sculptor Peter Pittman, demonstrate shared aesthetic similarities. "We live in a time that makes it convenient to focus on our differences.…

Free

Library to Host Bright Star Theatre

Clifton Forge Public Library 535 Church St, Clifton Forge, VA, United States

The Clifton Forge Public Library will host the Bright Star Touring Theatre on Wednesday, July 31.  The program will begin at 11:00 a.m., and will be held at the Clifton Forge Fire Department, located at 701 Church Street. Bright Star Touring Theatre will present “Storybook Tales:  Pinocchio and Robin Hood.”  While dashing through the streets…

Fun Fridays at CFSOTA!

Clifton Forge School of The Arts 518 Church St, Clifton Forge, VA, United States

Dates: July 12, 19, 26 and August 2, 9 Time: 10am - 12pm Join us in the CFSOTA Mill this summer for fun art, exciting activities, a variety of games, and more. Free for all and open to all ages, Fun Fridays at CFSOTA are a great time for the whole family that you will…

Free

Painting Wildflowers

Clifton Forge School of The Arts 518 Church St, Clifton Forge, VA, United States

Tuition: $40, includes materials Ages: 13-adult Want to have some fun while learning new painting techniques? In this 2 hour class, you will learn to make beautiful wild flowers. In the end, You will have a beautiful painting sprinkled with your preferred selection of wildflowers. Instructor Leah Thompson will provide individualized guidance and encouragement as she instructs…

$40

AHACC 40th Anniversary Celebration

On Sunday, August 4th from 3-5pm we are hosting a 40th birthday party for the Alleghany Highlands Arts and Crafts Center. Refreshments will be offered. This event will be held at the Art Center at 439 E. Ridgeway St. Clifton Forge, VA 24422. We hope to see you there!

Free

Homeschool Connect at the Y!

Alleghany Highlands YMCA 101 YMCA Way, Covington, VA

Homeschool Connect is a great way to work physical activity and socialization into your homeschool curriculum. Join us at the Y for supervised time in our aquatics areas, gymnasium and activity/crafting room. This program takes place on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday every month (August 7th, August 21st) from 10:00am-12:00pm. Children under 12 must have…

Woodworking: Intro to CNC — Oven Squirrels!

Clifton Forge School of The Arts 518 Church St, Clifton Forge, VA, United States

Tuition: $55, can be made by an individual or a couple/family working together, plus a $25 materials fee, paid to instructor at class Ages: Adults (children age 8+ may attend when accompanied by an adult) This class is an introduction to computer numerical control tools, commonly referred to as CNC. In this class we will…

$80

Fun Fridays at CFSOTA!

Clifton Forge School of The Arts 518 Church St, Clifton Forge, VA, United States

Dates: July 12, 19, 26 and August 2, 9 Time: 10am - 12pm Join us in the CFSOTA Mill this summer for fun art, exciting activities, a variety of games, and more. Free for all and open to all ages, Fun Fridays at CFSOTA are a great time for the whole family that you will…

Free