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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4 events,
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…
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…
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,…
4 events,
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,…
2 events,
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…
3 events,
Collograph Class Session 1
Collograph Class Session 1
A collagraph is a print made from a collage. Small pieces of paper, string, buttons, or other small and textured items about the thickness of a nickel or quarter are glued to a rigid substrate (such as mat board) in an interesting arrangement of textures and sizes. These are then sealed with a coat of…
3 events,
Masa Painting Class Session 1
Masa Painting Class Session 1
Masa paper is a type of rice paper. When it is wet and crumpled, then touched with paint (acrylic work a best) the colors settle into the crinkles and create a batik-like effect, but without the mess of wax. In this two-day workshop (Sat/Sun) there will be examples in different stages with a demonstration on…
3 events,
Masa Painting Class Session 2
Masa Painting Class Session 2
Masa paper is a type of rice paper. When it is wet and crumpled, then touched with paint (acrylic works best) the colors settle into the crinkles and create a batik-like effect, but without the mess of wax. This is a two-day workshop on Saturday/Sunday. Instructor Nancy Newhard will provide examples in different stages and…
3 events,
Safehome Systems, Inc. Silent Auction
Safehome Systems, Inc. will be having a silent auction event held on Wednesday February 3-10, 2021. This is our first fundraiser of the year 2021. Money raised at this event helps to provide supplies for residents and clients in need.