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.
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The WannaBeatles 2019 Tour
The WannaBeatles 2019 Tour
The WannaBeatles 2019 Tour Friday, May 31, 2019, at 7:30pm In the John E. Hillert Auditorium Tickets: $20/17/15; Box Seats: $30 THE WANNABEATLES are Grammy-nominated entertainers that have started a bit of Beatlemania of their own, and after their memorable concert on our main stage in 2017, they are now a member of the family!…
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Movie Posters Scavenger Hunt
It’s showtime at your library. A Movie Posters Scavenger Hunt will take place at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library from June 1 to June 29th Find small pictures of ten children’s movie posters hidden around the library. Mark your form and return it to the Circulation Desk to be entered in a prize drawing!
Alleghany Highlands Heritage Day and C&O Railway Festival
Alleghany Highlands Heritage Day and C&O Railway Festival
8th ANNUAL Alleghany Highlands Heritage Day & Railway Festival Clifton Forge Saturday, June 1, 2019 - 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Festival Entry — Free Alleghany Highlands Heritage Day & Railway Festival is a celebration of the heritage of the Alleghany Highlands, our Railway History, and Virginia's role in the formation of our country ....1619 to…
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RCT Summer Theatre Camp 2019 at the Masonic Theatre
Roanoke Children's Theatre Summer Camp 2019 SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK, LIVE! In the Historic Masonic Theatre Early- Bird Registration (through 1/31/2019): $95 Regular Registration (starting 2/1/2019): $120 Full and partial scholarships are available, please call our box office for more details 540-862-5655. We are pleased to announce this the return of this popular camp opportunity, a fun…
Get Slimed at the Library
Get Slimed at the Library
Children can get slimed by making their own slime at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library. The event will be held in the Community Room on Tuesday, June 4th, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. **Space is limited, and registration is required. Sign up at the Circulation Desk or call us at 962-3321.
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Little Critters at the Library
Little Critters at the Library
Little Critters Traveling Petting Zoo will be at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library on Thursday, June 6th, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Our furry friends are back! Come and see alpacas, goats, rabbits, and more. All of the little critters will be located beside the library on Maple Avenue. **This program is sponsored by…
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Schoolhouse Rock, LIVE!
Schoolhouse Rock, LIVE!
Schoolhouse Rock, LIVE! Roanoke Children's Theatre (RCT) Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 2PM In the John E. Hillert Auditorium Tickets General Admission: Advance: $5; At the Door: $10 The popular Saturday morning cartoon that taught kids history, grammar, math and more will take the stage to close our summer camp. SCHOOL HOUSE ROCK LIVE! takes…
River Rock Concert Series: On Common Ground
River Rock Concert Series: On Common Ground
River Rock Concert Series On Common Ground Location: Jackson River Sports Complex / River Rock Amphitheatre Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
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Sidewalk Chalk Art
Sidewalk Chalk Art
Create some Sidewalk Chalk Art at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library on Monday, June 10th, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Kids from ages 2 to 92 can showcase their creativity and decorate the sidewalks around the library. The Friends of the AHRL will provide cool and tasty treats to participants.
USAF Heritage of America Band Free Community Concert
USAF Heritage of America Band Free Community Concert
USAF Heritage Brass Ensemble Community Concert Monday, June 10, 2019, at 7 pm The John E. Hillert Auditorium Free Admission, no ticket required. As we prepare for Flag Day on June 14th, we proudly host the renowned USAF Heritage Brass Ensemble on our stage. This free concert is open to everyone. We hope you'll join…
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STEAM Machine
STEAM Machine
S.T.E.A.M. Machine, the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library's kids science workshop, will meet on Tuesday, June 11th, at 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Children in grades K-5 are invited to participate in fun, hands-on activities in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Two sessions are offered in the Children’s Area. This month's topic will be "Communicating…
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Summer Story Time
Summer Story Time
Summer Story Time begins at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library on Wednesday, June 12th, at 10:30 a.m. Stories, music, movement, and crafts are offered for our “littlest” library friends. Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to join the fun in the Community Room.
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LEGO Free Play
LEGO Free Play
LEGO Free Play will be held at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library on Thursday, June 13th, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Children, teens, and adults are invited to create their own amazing masterpieces in this hands-on, fun, and educational program. **No registration is required. LEGO pieces are provided.
Kids’ Make & Take Craft at the Library
Kids’ Make & Take Craft at the Library
The staff at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library will host the monthly Kids’ Make & Take Craft on Thursday, June 13th, from 1:30 – 7:30 p.m. Children are invited to come by the tables in the Children’s Area to create a summer sun catcher.
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Flag Day Ceremony
Flag Day Ceremony
The Flag Day Celebration @ the Masonic Amphitheatre begins at 5:30 pm. The Stars and Stripes Celebration Committee of Clifton Forge Main Street, Inc. is excited to announce this year’s 243rd Nation’s Birthday events. We will kick off our patriotic celebration with a Flag Day Ceremony, June 14th, at 5:30 pm at the Masonic Amphitheatre.…
Flag Day Ceremony
Flag Day Ceremony
The Flag Day Celebration @ the Masonic Amphitheatre begins at 5:30pm. The Stars and Stripes Celebration Committee of Clifton Forge Main Street, Inc. is excited to announce this year’s 243rd Nation’s Birthday events. We will kick off our patriotic celebration with a Flag Day Ceremony, June 14th, at 5:30 pm at the Masonic Amphitheatre. Included…
They Shall Not Grow Old: Flag Day Movie Event
They Shall Not Grow Old: Flag Day Movie Event
THEY SHALL NOT GROW OLD (rated R) Friday, June 14 at 7pm In the John E. Hillert Auditorium **After the Flag Day ceremony in the Masonic Amphitheatre.** Flag Day Week concludes with a screening of this stunning documentary. Rates 100% 'fresh' by patrons on the popular film sire Rotten Tomatoes. The film screening will be…
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River Rock Concert Series: Will Jones Band
River Rock Concert Series: Will Jones Band
River Rock Concert Series Will Jones Band Location: Jackson River Sports Complex / River Rock Amphitheatre Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
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Monoplating on Gelli Plates Workshop
Monoplating on Gelli Plates Workshop
Join Nancy Newhard of the Alleghany Highlands Arts and Crafts Center as she teaches two workshops on monoplating using acrylic paints. Two sessions of the workshop will be held at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library on Tuesday, June 18th, at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. The 1 p.m. session will be for children from ages…
A Novel Bunch Evening Book Club
A Novel Bunch Evening Book Club
“A Novel Bunch” Evening Book Club will meet at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library on Tuesday, June 18th, at 7 p.m. Join our evening book club as we discuss Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance.
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Getting Started with Graphic Design Class
Getting Started with Graphic Design Class
Getting Started with Graphic Design Digital Literacy class will be offered at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library on Wednesday, June 19th, at 2 p.m. In this introductory computer class, participants will learn about typography, color, layout, images design basics, and branding. **Space is limited, and registration is required. Sign up at the Circulation Desk or…
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“Inside Drive-In” Movie
“Inside Drive-In” Movie
“Inside Drive-In” Movie Thursday, June 20th, 5:30 p.m. It’s showtime at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library where we’ll turn the Community Room into a drive-in, complete with cardboard box “cars.” Kids participating will enjoy movie snacks, crazy “cars,” and Hotel Transylvania III! **Registration is required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Sign up at…
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Wonder Woman: Benefit Movie Screening
Wonder Woman: Benefit Movie Screening
Friday, June 21 at 7:00 pm In the John E. Hillert Auditorium Join host, presenter and local good guy Ricky Bates as he kicks-off his inaugural benefit film series, HEROES 4 HEROES, with a free community screening of the hit film WONDER WOMAN. Each film in the series will feature a blockbuster super-hero film and…
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Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Packet pick up on Friday, June 21 will be at Alleghany Highlands Chamber of Commerce and Tourism office, 110 Mall Road, from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm and from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the Covington Farmers’ Market located at 134 West Main Street. On Saturday morning, packet pick up will move to the…
Historic Masonic Theatre Tour
Historic Masonic Theatre Tour
Tour all four floors of The Historic Masonic Theatre and learn the history of this amazing architectural structure built in 1905. Your tour guide will give you insights and information about each floor, the miraculous story of its renovation and a sound and light demo which features its state-of-the-art capabilities. The tour lasts from 11:00…
Using Gmail Digital Literacy Class
Using Gmail Digital Literacy Class
The Alleghany Highlands Regional Library staff continues their digital literacy classes with "Using Gmail." This basic computer class will be held on Saturday, June 22nd, at 11 a.m. Learn about creating and setting up accounts, sending and responding to email, and using Gmail on mobile devices. **Space is limited, and registration is required. Sign up…
River Rock Concert Series: Glen Shelton
River Rock Concert Series: Glen Shelton
Glen Shelton River Rock Concert Series Location: Jackson River Sports Complex / River Rock Amphitheatre Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
All American STARS
All American STARS
STARS (Special Theatrical Artists' Revue & Showcase) will perform "All American STARS," a variety show on stage at the Historic Masonic Theatre, on Sat., June 22, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. The show will be the first of three variety shows that the troupe of mentally and physically challenged performers will present during its 23rd performance…
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Bright Star Theatre
Bright Star Theatre
As part of the Summer Reading Program at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library, Bright Star Theatre will perform on Tuesday, June 25th, at 11 a.m. The show will be held in the Fellowship Hall of Granbery United Methodist Church. The zany actors from Bright Star Theatre return this summer to present One Small Step: The…
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Summer Story Time
Summer Story Time
Summer Story Time continues at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library on Wednesday, June 26th, at 10:30 a.m. Stories, music, movement, and crafts are offered for our “littlest” library friends. Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to join the fun in the Community Room.
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Book Bingo!
Book Bingo!
Join the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library staff as we play Book Bingo!on Thursday, June 27th, at 2 p.m. This competitive game is open to children, teens, and adults. Join us for fun and prizes—books, of course! **No registration is required.
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Fiddlin’ By The River Blue Grass Festival
Location: Jackson River Sports Complex 870 Edgemont Drive, Covington VA, 24426 Tickets: $10.00 per day, $15 for weekend. Advanced Tickets Available. Gates Open at 12:00 p.m. Saturday's Line-Up: Beginning at 2:00 p.m. Mountain Highway, Wound Tight, Mark Templeton & Pocket Change, Robels of Rythmn Cloggers, Hank, Pattie & The Current Sundays Line-Up: Beginning at 3:00…
Cash Unchained
Cash Unchained
Cash Unchained: The Ultimate Johnny Cash Tribute Saturday, June 29 at 7:00 PM Tickets: Adults $15; Seniors and Students; $12 Everyone is still talking about last year's performance by this talented young artist. By popular demand. Join us for a concert under the stars as we experience ALL of Johnny’s iconic songs in concert just…
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Robot Scavenger Hunt
A Robot Scavenger Hunt will be held at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library from July 1st to July 31st. Small pictures of robots have been hidden around the library. Pick up an entry form at the Circulation Desk, mark the robots, and return to enter the prize drawing!
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Library Closed
The Alleghany Highlands Regional Library will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, in celebration of Independence Day.
Stars and Stripes Celebration
Stars and Stripes Celebration
On July 4th, we will begin the day-long celebration with a Down Town parade at 11 am. We urge you to come out and enjoy the parade or even be in it. As this is a small town celebration in the best sense of the word, we are hoping that many of our young people…
Covington’s 4th of July Celebration
Covington’s 4th of July Celebration
Join Us for the 4th of July Location: Jackson River Sports Complex. 3:00: Bailey James 6:00: Uptown 9:30: Fireworks Kids Activities (Deb's Jolly Jumps)
Stars and Stripes Celebration
Stars and Stripes Celebration
On July 4th, we will begin the day-long celebration with a Down Town parade at 11 am. We urge you to come out and enjoy the parade or even be in it. As this is a small town celebration in the best sense of the word, we are hoping that many of our young people…
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River Rock Concert Series: Seven Mile Ford
River Rock Concert Series: Seven Mile Ford
Seven Mile Ford River Rock Concert Series Location: Jackson River Sports Complex / River Rock Amphitheatre Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.