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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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.
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Teenweek 2019
The Alleghany Highlands largest Free Teen event! Open to all teens. Registration begins at 1:00 pm on Sunday at Covington Bible Church, 2140 S Carpenter Drive. We hope to see you there!
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Birds of Prey Presentation
Birds of Prey Presentation
The Alleghany Highlands Regional Library staff continues their Summer Reading Program events with Birds of Prey Presentation on Tuesday, July 9th,at 11 a.m.The event will be held in the Fellowship Hall of Granbery United Methodist Church. Both children and adults will find this presentation fascinating. An educational staff member from Three Rivers Avian Center in…
STEAM Machine
STEAM Machine
STEAM Machine will be held at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library on Tuesday, July 9th, 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 "Building Magnetic…
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Summer Story Time
Summer Story Time
Summer Story Time continues at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library on Wednesday, July 10th, 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.
AHRL Book Club
AHRL Book Club
The Alleghany Highlands Regional Library Book Club will meet on Wednesday, July 10th, at 2:30 p.m. The group will discuss Upstate by James Wood.
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Tech Hacks–Digital Literacy Class
Tech Hacks–Digital Literacy Class
Digital Literacy classes continue at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library with "Tech Hacks" on Thursday, July 11th, at 2 p.m. Discover tech hacks that will make your life easier. **Space is limited, and registration is required. Sign up at the Circulation Desk or call us at 962-3321.
“Roleplay Readers”
“Roleplay Readers”
“Roleplay Readers” will take place at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library on Thursday, July 11th, at 6:30 p.m. Join guest lecturer Kathy Comer as she demonstrates the art of Reader’s Theater. Adults will choose a script, practice briefly, and then perform their skits. Jerry Clark of the Alleghany Journal will film the performances for participants…
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Popular Internet Uses–Digital Literacy Class
Popular Internet Uses–Digital Literacy Class
A new computer class, "Popular Internet Uses," will be held at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library on Saturday, July 13th, at 11 a.m. Learn how to buy, sell, research, and complete online media. **Space is limited, and registration is required. Sign up at the Circulation Desk or call the staff at 962-3321.
River Rock Concert Series: Domino
River Rock Concert Series: Domino
Domino River Rock Concert Series Location: Jackson River Sports Complex / River Rock Amphitheatre Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
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River Rock Concert Series: Faithful Praise
River Rock Concert Series: Faithful Praise
Faithful Praise River Rock Concert Series Location: Jackson River Sports Complex / River Rock Amphitheatre Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
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Summer Story Time
Summer Story Time
Summer Story Time continues at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library on Wednesday, July 17th, 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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Teen Music School
Teen Music School
It’s teen showtime at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library on Thursday, July 18th, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.! A representative from the Warner School of Music will demonstrate various instruments and allow teens to perform in the Community Room. **Space is limited, and registration is required. Teens may sign up at the Circulation Desk or…
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BLUEGRASS JAM SESSION
BLUEGRASS JAM SESSION
The Alleghany Highlands is rich in its musical history. Bring your instruments, voices, and hands ready to clap for this monthly Bluegrass Jam Session, now in its eighth year. Hosted at Clifton Forge School of the Arts, 518 Church Street, Clifton Forge. 7:00 p.m. • www.cfsota.org
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Gran Fondo Alleghany
Start: Gran Fondo 7:30 am, Medio Mountain 8:00 am, Medio Fondo 8:30 am, Piccolo Fondo 9:00 am Covington & Clifton Forge, Virginia.
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…
River Rock Concert Series: Crawford & Power
River Rock Concert Series: Crawford & Power
Crawford & Power River Rock Concert Series Location: Jackson River Sports Complex/ River Rock Amphitheatre Time: 6:30-9:30 • www.covington.va.us
First Man Screening
First Man Screening
Saturday, July 20 at 7:00 pm In the John E. Hillert Auditorium A free community screening of FIRST MAN presented by Clifton Forge Public Library as part of their summer series. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. Refreshments will be available, and all are welcome! The film is rated PG 13. ABOUT…
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LEGO Free Play
LEGO Free Play
LEGO Free Play will be held at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library on Tuesday, July 23rd, 2:00 – 3:30 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.
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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, July 25th, from 1:30 to 7:30 p.m. Children are invited to come by the tables in the Children’s Area to create a fish mosaic.
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River Rock Concert Series: Ray Scott with Jerry Wimmer
River Rock Concert Series: Ray Scott with Jerry Wimmer
Ray Scott with Cover, Jerry Wimmer River Rock Concert Series Location: Jackson River Sports Complex / River Rock Amphitheatre Time: 6:30: Jerry Wimmer 8:00: Ray Scott - www.covington.va.us $10.00 a person
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Amistad Screening
Amistad Screening
Tuesday, July 30 at 2:00 pm In the John E. Hillert Auditorium As part of the Wrightsville Festival, a free community screening of the film AMISTAD. Refreshments will be available, and all are welcome! The film is rated R. ABOUT THE FILM: In 1839, the slave ship Amistad set sail from Cuba to America. During…
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Summer Reading Program
Showtime at the Library is coming to a close. The Summer Reading Program at the Alleghany Highlands Regional Library wraps up its final month as registered participants are encouraged to read and be rewarded! The last day to record books read during June and July is Wednesday, July 31st. All summer reading prizes must be…
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Green Book Screening
Green Book Screening
Thursday, August 1 at 2:00 pm In the John E. Hillert Auditorium As part of the Wrightsville Festival, a free community screening of the film GREEN BOOK. Refreshments will be available, and all are welcome! The film is rated PG 13. ABOUT THE FILM: Set in 1962, the film is inspired by the true story…
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Twelfth Night: presented by The Travelling Players
Twelfth Night: presented by The Travelling Players
Twelfth Night Presented by The Traveling Players Friday, August 2, 2019 at 7 pm In the John E Hillert Auditorium Tickets: This summer, the Traveling Players return to Clifton Forge to perform Twelfth Night, Shakespeare's comedy of mistaken identity, unrequited love, practical jokes, and music. Shipwrecked on the mythical island of Illyria and separated from…
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Community Health Fair at LewisGale Hospital Alleghany
Please join LewisGale Hospital Alleghany for our exciting event - designed to help you live a healthier life. The event will feature free health screenings, valuable health information, tours, and much more!
Lake Moomaw One Mile Swim
There will be a one-mile race at 9:00am. The start and finish is on the beach at Cole’s Point, clearly visible to the spectators and race personnel. The course runs along the shore to the south, approximately 50 yards out and continues east and north around buoys that will be clearly visible. The swimmers will…
River Rock Concert Series: BRZ
River Rock Concert Series: BRZ
BRZ Band River Rock Concert Series Location: Jackson River Sports Complex / River Rock Amphitheatre Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m. • www.covington.va.us