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 Garden Illumination
This year we are adding a spectacular new in-person experience for the holiday season: The Garden Illumination! A wonderful way to celebrate the holidays in the Alleghany Highlands will debut outdoors this year in the School of the Arts’ garden. The display will include more than 70,000 lights, Christmas music, and a guarantee that no…
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Clifton Forge Main Street’s Annual Christmas Parade-Love, Joy & Unity (Cancelled)
Clifton Forge Main Street’s Annual Christmas Parade-Love, Joy & Unity (Cancelled)
Unfortunately, due to the new restrictions recently put into place limiting the number of people attending outside gatherings, we will have to cancel our annual CFMS Christmas parade scheduled for December 4th. We apologize for any inconvenience and will certainly miss seeing members of our great community take place in the parade. We wish all of…
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Covington Christmas Parade
Covington Christmas Parade
Come join us for a very untraditional Christmas parade on Main Street in Covington on December 5, 2020 starting at 5:00 p.m. This will be a drive by parade as floats and participants will be stationary and attendees will drive down Main Street for a very unique reverse parade. No need to get out of…
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Library Sponsoring Winter Reading Program
The Clifton Forge Public Library is sponsoring a Winter Reading Program for readers ages 3 through adult. The program begins on Monday, December 14, 2020, and will conclude at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, March 15, 2021. Books read do not have to be from the library. They can be from your personal collection, or a…
Library to Do Drive-Through Christmas Gift Bags for Area Children
Library to Do Drive-Through Christmas Gift Bags for Area Children
Clifton Forge Public Library Director Mike Barnes is pleased to announce that he and Santa Claus have finalized plans to bring one of Santa’s elves to the library. The elf is coming on a special mission – to distribute gift bags to area children ages 3-12. Santa’s elf will be in the library parking lot…
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Fx2: A Regional Photography Exhibit 2020
Fx2: A Regional Photography Exhibit 2020
This free exhibit focuses on the work of area photographers working in traditional film and/or digital imaging. It is open to the public from November 27th - December 28.
“The Sacred and The Secular” along side “Fx2: Photo Show” going on in The Gallery.
“The Sacred and The Secular” along side “Fx2: Photo Show” going on in The Gallery.
“The Sacred & The Secular” is a selection of Nativity scenes and Santas from local collectors that have been added to the Gallery, to add a holiday flare to the Fx2 Regional Photography exhibit. Nativity sets include one from Cathy Walton Drummer and Wanda Walton with numerous extra features set the stable scene: a well,…
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Fx2: A Regional Photography Exhibit 2020
Fx2: A Regional Photography Exhibit 2020
This free exhibit focuses on the work of area photographers working in traditional film and/or digital imaging. It is open to the public from November 27th - December 28.
“The Sacred and The Secular” along side “Fx2: Photo Show” going on in The Gallery.
“The Sacred and The Secular” along side “Fx2: Photo Show” going on in The Gallery.
“The Sacred & The Secular” is a selection of Nativity scenes and Santas from local collectors that have been added to the Gallery, to add a holiday flare to the Fx2 Regional Photography exhibit. Nativity sets include one from Cathy Walton Drummer and Wanda Walton with numerous extra features set the stable scene: a well,…
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Boys Home Quilt Raffle 2021
Boys Home is hosting its annual Boys Home Quilt Raffle on Wednesday, May 5, 2021. Don’t miss an opportunity to win a beautiful Around the World quilt. Multiple shades of blue and various floral patterns blend together perfectly to accent any queen-sized bed. Boys Home Executive Director Donnie Wheatley’s sister, Phyllis Gibson, made and donated…