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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INTRODUCTION TO DRAWING – Kyle Keyser
INTRODUCTION TO DRAWING – Kyle Keyser
This course presents the most important and useful things to know about drawing: the elements of art, line, shape, form, value, color and texture. Using a variety of drawing techniques and exercises, Kyle will help lead students to a final project. Students should be 18 or older and there is a maximum of 8 so…
Olde Town Covington Volunteer/Citizens Meeting
Olde Town Covington Volunteer/Citizens Meeting
This meeting is open to anyone who would like to hear more about what Olde Town Covington is up to, along with hearing from other small businesses and future events. The meeting will be hosted at 450 West Main Street, Suite 100, in Covington. The meeting starts at 5:30 PM and usually lasts an hour.…
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Cash Unchained
Cash Unchained
Take a journey back in time to the life and music of “The Man in Black” performed by Cash Unchained. This nationally sought-after band has been touring across the U.S., sharing the sights and sounds of the legendary Johnny Cash. Imagine experiencing Johnny’s iconic songs in concert just the way you remembered them. From the…
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EASTER BONNET WORKSHOP
EASTER BONNET WORKSHOP
To be held on Saturday April 1st for all ages. This will be a FREE Workshop and you can wear your Easter Bonnet in the Easter Bonnet Parade on April 8th! Bring a hat and any “special” items you would like to use to embellish your bonnet! This will be a fun workshop!
EASTER PLANTABLE PAPER WITH JENNIFER GALVIN
EASTER PLANTABLE PAPER WITH JENNIFER GALVIN
This class introduces students to plantable paper and all of the fun of using recycled materials to make beautiful Easter plantable paper. With the guidance of Jennifer Galvin, we will be using recycled mat board to create Easter shapes embedded with seeds. Even beginners will enjoy this workshop. If you’ve been interested in learning how…
City of Covington Annual Easter Egg Hunt
City of Covington Annual Easter Egg Hunt
EASTER EGG HUNT SATURDAY, April 1 2:00 PM THE PARADE BEGINS AT 2PM FROM MID CITY MALL PARKING LOT EGG HUNT FOLLOWING AT MAIN STREET PARK AGES 2-6
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Cora Dance Alleghany Spring Youth Intensive Showcase
Cora Dance Alleghany Spring Youth Intensive Showcase
Young dancers participating in Cora Dance Alleghany’s first weekly dance education program – CDA’s Spring Youth Intensive – share their growth and artistry in a culminating performance at the Historic Masonic Theatre! Dancers perform works inspired by select pieces from Cora Dance Brooklyn’s youth company repertoire, developing choreography inspired by Cora artists Katie Dean, Shannon…
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Clifton Forge Public Library Features M. Ray Allen
As April is National Poetry Month, the Clifton Forge Public Library has chosen to honor local poet laureate, M. Ray Allen, for his contributions to the library, to literacy in general, and for his various accomplishments for the community, such as the Historic Masonic Theatre, the STARS variety program which showcases the talents of special…
Story/Craft Hour (4th – 7th Grade)
Story/Craft Hour (4th – 7th Grade)
This class for kids ages 4th – 7th grade, and is held on the first Wednesday of every month at 10:00 am. The children will discuss a story, create their own craft pertaining to the story, and sometimes there is a snack! Kids are sure to have fun while learning with a class limit of…
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ROADS WELL TRAVELED -by Kenneth Stockton
ROADS WELL TRAVELED -by Kenneth Stockton
Kenneth Stockton's work will be on display in the Gallery through April 7th, and the exhibit is FREE! The Gallery hours are 10 am - 4:30 pm Tuesday - Saturday. For more on this show, click below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVOuLpQDMJ4
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Alleghany Parks and Recreation Kids Fishing Day 2023
Alleghany Parks and Recreation Kids Fishing Day 2023
Alleghany County Parks and Recreation is once again sponsoring Kids’ Fishing Day. Our goal is to enable local youth to participate in a great fishing event which we hope will leave them with a better appreciation and memories of an outdoor wildlife experience. This event will mark the thirty-third consecutive year that the Alleghany Highlands…
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Barn Quilt Painting with Pam
Barn Quilt Painting with Pam
Learn to paint your own Barn Quilt with Pam Hirt. Pam began needlepoint & embroidery in middle school, and later discovered cross stitch and fell in love! Barn Quilts have become her new love, and the gridding involved is much like that of cross stitch only on a much larger scale. Rather than using traditional…
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Clifton Forge Public Library to Hold Book Sale for Two Weekends
Clifton Forge Public Library to Hold Book Sale for Two Weekends
The Friends of the Clifton Forge Public Library will hold a book sale on Friday, April 21 and Friday, April 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 pm; on Saturday, April 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; and on Saturday, April 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Members of the Friends of the Clifton…
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Clifton Forge Public Library to Hold Book Sale for Two Weekends
Clifton Forge Public Library to Hold Book Sale for Two Weekends
The Friends of the Clifton Forge Public Library will hold a book sale on Friday, April 21 and Friday, April 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 pm; on Saturday, April 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; and on Saturday, April 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Members of the Friends of the Clifton…
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Grove (Premiere)
Grove (Premiere)
Grove, the new evening-length dance work by choreographer Shannon Hummel, proudly makes its world premiere at The Underground of the Historic Masonic Theatre. Unpacking humankind’s alignment with the natural world and our often misguided belief in our dominance over it, Grove features professional company dancers and collaborators Katie Dean, Kelsey Kramer, Junie Marsh, and Ammara…
Callaghan Elementary PTO Spring Market
Callaghan Elementary PTO Spring Market
April 22, 10am-2pm Callaghan Elementary School 4050 Midland Trail Covington, VA 24426 Vendors with Vintage Finds, Upcycled Treasures, Handmade Goods, Delicious Foods, & More! Hanging Baskets, Plants, & Flowers For Sale by the PTO Join us for a day prepping your home and garden for the spring!
Clifton Forge Public Library to Hold Book Sale for Two Weekends
Clifton Forge Public Library to Hold Book Sale for Two Weekends
The Friends of the Clifton Forge Public Library will hold a book sale on Friday, April 21 and Friday, April 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 pm; on Saturday, April 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; and on Saturday, April 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Members of the Friends of the Clifton…
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Clifton Forge Public Library Offering Program “The Five W’s of Your Will, POA, and AMD”
Clifton Forge Public Library Offering Program “The Five W’s of Your Will, POA, and AMD”
The Clifton Forge Public Library cordially invites the public to attend the program, “The Five W’s of Your Will, POA, and AMD,” presented by Sarah A. Bidwell, Esq. The program will be held on Monday, April 24, in the library’s Michael Armstrong Community Room and will begin at 6:00 p.m. Ms. Bidwell will cover the…
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Olde Town Covington Volunteer/Citizens Meeting
Olde Town Covington Volunteer/Citizens Meeting
This meeting is open to anyone who would like to hear more about what Olde Town Covington is up to, along with hearing from other small businesses and future events. The meeting will be hosted at 450 West Main Street, Suite 100, in Covington. The meeting starts at 5:30PM and usually lasts an hour. We'd…
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Clifton Forge Public Library to Hold Book Sale for Two Weekends
Clifton Forge Public Library to Hold Book Sale for Two Weekends
The Friends of the Clifton Forge Public Library will hold a book sale on Friday, April 21 and Friday, April 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 pm; on Saturday, April 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; and on Saturday, April 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Members of the Friends of the Clifton…
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Clifton Forge Public Library to Hold Book Sale for Two Weekends
Clifton Forge Public Library to Hold Book Sale for Two Weekends
The Friends of the Clifton Forge Public Library will hold a book sale on Friday, April 21 and Friday, April 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 pm; on Saturday, April 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; and on Saturday, April 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Members of the Friends of the Clifton…
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EXPLORATION IN ACRYLICS: COW FRIENDS WITH BARBARA ROWE
EXPLORATION IN ACRYLICS: COW FRIENDS WITH BARBARA ROWE
Paint your own cow portrait with guidance from Alleghany Highlands resident artist Barbara Rowe. Students from teen to adults will choose and paint from a variety of cow pictures and the workshop includes a step-by-step demonstration. This workshop will be on April 29th from 10am to 3:30pm with a break for lunch. The Cost is…
Clifton Forge Public Library to Hold Book Sale for Two Weekends
Clifton Forge Public Library to Hold Book Sale for Two Weekends
The Friends of the Clifton Forge Public Library will hold a book sale on Friday, April 21 and Friday, April 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 pm; on Saturday, April 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; and on Saturday, April 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Members of the Friends of the Clifton…
Healthy Kids Day
Healthy Kids Day
Join us for fun, games, activities, and healthy snacks! We will have family Zumba, arts and crafts, BoxFit demonstration, and so much more!
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Story/Craft Hour (4th – 7th Grade)
Story/Craft Hour (4th – 7th Grade)
This class for kids ages 4th – 7th grade, and is held on the first Wednesday of every month at 10:00 am. The children will discuss a story, create their own craft pertaining to the story, and sometimes there is a snack! Kids are sure to have fun while learning with a class limit of…
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Youth Day Rodeo/Kids Day
Youth Day Rodeo/Kids Day
The Youth Rodeo/Kids Day Event will take place on May 6, 2023, at the Jackson River Sports Complex. REGISTRATION IS THE DAY OF THE EVENT AND BEGINS AT 9AM. RODEO KICKS OFF AT 10AM SHARP! SPONSORED BY AREA LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES & PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENTS For more information please call…