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Jan 1 - Dec 31 - Beautiful Spaces to Rent for your next event
- Spencer-Penn Centre - 8:00 AM
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 The newly renovated Historic Spencer-Penn Centre offers spaces for any size for your next party, reunion, reception, meeting or conference. Check us out! |
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Jan 4 - Dec 27 - Open Computer Lab
- Spencer-Penn Centre - 10:00 AM
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The Spencer-Penn Computer Lab is open Mondays & Thursdays, 10am to 8pm. Computer use is free. Small charge for printing. No instruction available. Call the Centre for more information. 276-957-5757 First come frist serve |
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Jan 4 - Dec 27 - Chair Aerobics
- Spencer-Penn Centre - 11:30 AM
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A great way to exercise, Mondays & Thursdays 11:30am. Free
Exercise is done to a video of a previous workout on Monday
With an instructor on Thursdays |
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Jan 4 - Dec 29 - Family Aerobics - FREE
- Spencer-Penn Centre - 6:30 PM
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Wellness Coalition cares about your health! one evening aerobic class is sponsored. FREE! |
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Jan 6 - Sep 18 - Virginia Museum of Natural History
- 21 Starling Avenue, Martinsville - 9:00 AM
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The Virginia Museum of Natural History features award-winning exhibits, spectacular family festivals and events, and education programs for visitors of all ages. Don't miss the Museum Store and PALEO Café, with fun, educational items for all ages and a variety of lunches, delicious desserts and more.
From the vacationer watching birds on the shores of the Chesapeake to the garden enthusiast in Alexandria, each and every Virginian directly benefits from the ongoing research and education programs at VMNH.
Visit our Web site at www.vmnh.net to learn about the exciting lineup of exhibits, festivals, education programs, and other events. |
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Jan 7 - Dec 3 - Photography Club Meeting
- Spencer-Penn Centre - 6:30 PM
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First Thursday of each month, Annual dues $12
call the Centre for more information 276-957-5757 |
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Jan 23 - Sep 18 - Messages from the Mesozoic
- Virginia Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
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 Did dinosaurs just pass through Virginia on their way elsewhere, taking only meals and leaving only footprints? Or did they live and die here? Are dinosaur fossils out there, somewhere in Virginia waiting to be discovered? Scientists at the Virginia Museum of Natural History think that there are dinosaurs out there, and their ongoing research and excavations reveal new information about Virginia dinosaurs all the time.
As you visit the exhibit Messages from the Mesozoic, experience the story of Virginia fossil discoveries and learn more about the “missing” Virginia dinosaurs. Learn about types of fossils, how fossils are formed and where they are found. Learn what a dinosaur is by comparing and examining different specimens. See examples of fossils found in Virginia and elsewhere. Become a Virginia fossil lover! |
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May 4 - Dec 30 - Zumba
- Spencer-Penn Centre - 6:30 PM
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Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30 - 7:30pm, Latin-inspired, easy to follow exercise, instructors: Stephanie Vipperman & Alicia Pigg, cost $3 per night or $25 for 10nights. Call the Centre for more information 276-957-5757 |
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May 19 - Sep 29 - Produce Tailgate Sale
- Spencer-Penn Centre - 3:00 PM
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Wednesdays, 3pm to 6pm, in the lower parking lot. Free Setup, Great Fresh Homegrown Local Produce Call 276-957-5757 for more information |
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Aug 23 - Dec 13 - Survey of Hand Crafts
- Southern Virginia Artisan Center - 6:00 PM
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This is a 3 credit class with a lab.
Surveys traditional and contemporary American hand crafts.
Tuition: $327.99
Instructor: Celia Tucker
Mondays, Aug 23 - Dec 13, 6:00 pm to 7:50 pm
Lab: Wednesdays, Aug 25 - Dec 15, 6:00 pm to 8:50 pm
For more information or to Register, Call 276-656-0260 |
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Aug 24 - Sep 28 - Calligraphy
- Southern Virginia Artisan Center - 6:00 PM
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Calligraphy is the art of beautiful writing and is a means of artistic personal expression. The goal for this class is to learn the basic italic style of writing so that the student could write poems, letters, and envelopes attractively.
Tuesdays, Aug 24 - Sept 28, 6:00-8:00 pm
To Register, Call 276-656-0260
Instructor: Karen Eggleston
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Sep 1 - Nov 3 - FastTrac® NewVenture™ for Creative Enterprises
- Southern Virginia Artisan Center - 5:00 PM
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FastTrac® NewVenture™ is offered as a 10-week facilitated program. Participants walk away with an actionable business plan & entrepreneurial certification. Valuable networking & coaching are just a few of the many benefits offered through this effective entrepreneurial training.
Also offers non-traditional, experiential learning with hands-on coaching sessions and opportunities to network and learn from peers as well as seasoned entrepreneurs and professionals who work with start-up businesses.
FastTrac® NewVenture™ for Creative Enterprises will especially be beneficial to craft artisans, culinary artisans, and other highly creative enterprises.
FastTrac® NewVenture™ is a program of the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation of Kansas City.
Cost: $75 (Assistance available.)
Every Wednesday, Sept. 1-Nov. 3 from 5-8 pm.
Apply today at http://mhcedcfasttrac.affiliate.fastrac.org/
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Sep 2 - Seniors in The Know
- Spencer-Penn Centre - 10:00 AM
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Bring your instrument and bring your voice. Join us for a morning of music. Refreshments served |
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Sep 3 - Sep 4 - Giant Yard Sale
- Spencer-Penn Centre - 7:00 AM
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Friday & Saturday, Sept. 3 & 4, 7am to 2pm. Help support the Spencer-Penn Centre. Lots of goodies to choose from. We also have spaces available for you to set up. Call us at 276-957-5757 for information. |
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Sep 3 - First Friday Art Walk
- Studio 107 - 5:00 PM
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On the first Friday of each month, Studio 107 invites guests to visit our art studios, meet the artists, browse original works of art and participate in occasional arts–related activities.
We also encourage guests to visit the other area businesses open during First Friday Art Walks. We all benefit from your support |
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Sep 7 - Sep 21 - Introduction to Beaded Jewelry
- Southern Virginia Artisan Center - 6:00 PM
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Provides an overview of beading which covers different beading techniques, different types of beads, the difference of metals, different tools, and when to use them, and supplies. The class provides students with step-by-step instructions on the different ways to create and close off a piece of jewelry using elastic, memory wire, multiple strands, lariats, and strung pieces. The techniques can be used to create limitless original pieces. This class gives students both a practical knowledge base and ideas on how to spark their imaginations to express themselves creativitly.
6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Cost: $59
To Register, Call 276-656-0260
Instructor: Kara Carter-Hundley
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Sep 7 - Sep 28 - Glass Studio Lab
- Southern Virginia Artisan Center - 6:00 PM
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Supervised lab time for completing independent projects.
Tuesdays, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cost: $79
To Register, call 276-656-0260
Instructor: Susie Pool
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Sep 9 - Bob Ross Technique Workshop
- Piedmont Arts - 10:00 AM
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Spend the day at Piedmont Arts learning to paint like a master! Artist Ed Gowen leads this workshop. The subject is Sunflower. A 16" x 20" canvas is required. Bring your own or purchase one for $10. To register, please call 276.632.3221.
Members $60 / Non-members $7 |
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Sep 9 - Seniors In The Know
- Spencer-Penn Centre - 10:00 AM
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Linda Nolen of the Southern Area Agency on Aging will share with us some of the programs offered to seniors. Refreshments served. |
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Sep 9 - Oct 7 - Basic Woodturning
- Southern Virginia Artisan Center - 6:00 PM
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Develop an appreciation of the wood lathe and wood turning skills. Instruction includes turning between two centers for candle holders, goblets or chair legs and faceplate turning for bowls, platters or boxes. This class will cover safe lathe operation, tool sharpening, sanding, and finishing techniques. Participants should complete 2-4 basic projects during this class.
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cost:$132
To Register, call 276-656-0260.
Instructor: Terry Mitchell
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Sep 9 - Oct 7 - Introduction to Ceramics, Part 1
- Southern Virginia Artisan Center - 6:00 PM
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Introduces art and design related to ceramics. The history of ceramics and the foundations of ceramic techniques are explored. Slab, coil, and pinch forming for sculptural application are established. The student will develop good abilities for making sound work.
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cost: $129
To Register, Call 276-656-0260
Instructor: Brian Tucker
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Sep 10 - Music Night-Bluegrass & Bluegrass Gospel
- Spencer-Penn Centre - 5:30 PM
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Doors open at 5pm, Open MIC at 5:30pm, Piney River Band at 6:30pm, Southern Magnolia at 7:30pm, Marcie Horne & Friends at 8:30
$3.00 donation requested for admission. Concessions served.
Call The Centre for more information, 276-957-5757 |
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Sep 10 - Savory September
- Piedmont Arts - 6:30 PM
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Join us for this annual, food–filled fundraiser for the arts! In honor of The Big Read, this year's event will celebrate Edgar Allan Poe. So, get ready for a poe-pourri of delicious dishes and an array of poe-tent poe-tables provided by our area's talented chefs.
And, don't forget to get your raffle tickets. Tickets are $20 each and the winner will split the pot with Piedmont Arts! Raffle tickets available at Piedmont Arts.
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Sep 11 - Whittling-Fall into Fall
- Southern Virginia Artisan Center - 9:00 AM
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Come learn basic whittling techniques while completing several Fall projects such as pumpkins, jack-o-lanterns, ghosts, or Pilgrims.
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Cost: $49, Supply Fee: $20, payable to instructor.
To Register, call 276-656-0260
Instructor: Michael Denton
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Sep 11 - Oct 2 - Basic Glass Fusing
- Southern Virginia Artisan Center - 9:00 AM
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This course will introduce you to all the basics of glass fusing. You will learn to cut glass, select the correct types of glass, and design a project. You will learn how to prepare the molds and kiln for firing as well as the basics of kiln firing. At the end of the course, you will have made several small projects, such as tiles, coasters, and/or suncatchers.
Saturdays, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Cost: $134
To Register, Call 276-656-0260
Instructor: Aleen Wilson
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Sep 11 - Basketmaking Class
- Spencer-Penn Centre - 9:30 AM
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Cost $30.00 and you take home a beautiful basket to enjoy for years to come. Call the Centre to pre-register, 276-957-5757 |
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Sep 11 - Oct 30 - Poe’s Playground
- Piedmont Arts - 10:00 AM
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These exhibits remain admission free through the membership support of people like you!
Poe’s Playground is a collection of work inspired by Edgar Allan Poe’s life, his art and the places he haunted during his lifetime. Poe's stories inspire artists to examine the creepy, melancholy and frightening. Poe's Playground features works by Caryl Burtner, Jamie Burwell Mixon, Mark Chatterley, Kathryn Henry–Choisser, John Moser, Amie Oliver, Noah Scalin and Chris Semtner. This exhibit was organized by 1708 Gallery in Richmond, VA.
Also featuring portraits of the women who were part of Edgar Allan Poe's life and who inspired his work. The original acrylic paintings in this exhibit were created by internationally exhibited artist and Poe Museum Curator Chris Semtner. Among the pieces in the show are portraits of Poe’s wife/cousin Virginia Clemm Poe; Jane Stanard, his “first purely ideal love” who went insane when Poe was a child; Elmira Royster Shelton, the woman to whom Poe was twice engaged; and Mary Rogers, the cigar girl whose murder inspired Poe’s story “The Mystery of Marie Roget.” This exhibit is on loan from the Poe Museum in Richmond, VA.
Gallery Hours
Tues – Fri: 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 3 pm |
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Sep 11 - Try It Out: Leather Working
- Southern Virginia Artisan Center - 10:30 AM
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Learn the basics of leatherworking. Students will learn the history of tanning leather and transforming it into a variety of items. Tools, stamping, dyeing, and sewing leather will be taught with each student choosing a project.
Saturday, September 11, 2010
10:30 am to 1:30 pm
Cost: $20, Supply Fee: $10 (payable to instructor)
To Register, call 276-656-0260
Instructor: Jeff Eubank
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Sep 11 - Virginia Storm vs. Carolina Gators
- Smith River Sports Complex - 7:00 PM
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www.vastormfootball.com |
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Sep 13 - Oct 11 - Introduction to Hand Tools/Machines
- Southern Virginia Artisan Center - 6:00 PM
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This class covers the maintenance, sharpening, and the use of basic hand tools including chisels, planes, spoke shaves, marking knives, hand saws, and scrapers. Various sharpening systems will discussed. Students will practice safe hand tool use and build two hand planes.
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cost: $119
To Register, Call 276-656-0260
Instructor: Emmett “Smitty” Grogan
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Sep 13 - Oct 4 - Oil Painting
- Spencer-Penn Centre - 6:30 PM
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Beginner Oil Painting with local artist Joyce Wray. Complete a 16x20 painting. Each session is for 4 Mondays, the cost is $38.00. There is a $15.00 supply fee for beginning students. Call the Centre for more information
276-957-5757 and to pre-register. Must pre-register, class size is limited |
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Sep 13 - Dec 13 - Ballroom Dancing
- Patrick Henry Community College, Stone Hall Gym - 7:00 PM
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Students will learn the basic steps of the waltz, fox trot, swing, rumba, cha-cha, and tango, in this refreshing, invigorating, and physically demanding course.
Class held in Stone Hall Gymnasium.
Mondays, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cost: $79 per person
To Register, Call 276-656-0260
Instructor: Mary Beth Jordan
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Sep 16 - Seniors In The Know
- Spencer-Penn Centre - 10:00 AM
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Find out about the services offered by the Contact Program. Refreshemnts served. |
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Sep 16 - Photography classes
- Spencer-Penn Centre - 6:00 PM
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Two classes are offered:
Learning Your Digital SLR Camera
Class Fee $10.00,
Bring your SLR Camera and manuel with you
Learning Your Point-IN-Shoot Camera
Class Fee $10.00,
Bring your Camera and Manuel with you
All clases must be preregistered. 276-957-5757 |
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Sep 16 - Sep 30 - Knitting Socks
- Southern Virginia Artisan Center - 6:00 PM
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Learn to use a set of small straight needles to knit a pair of socks. Each student needs to be able to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off to start this class. These socks will be knitted from the top down to the toe. Purchase own materials: 2 balls serenity sock weight yarn by Deborah Norville (JoAnn Fabrics), US #2 (2.75mm) double-pointed needles, set of 4.
6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Cost: $49
To Register, Call 276-656-0260
Instructor: Bethany O'Neil
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Sep 18 - Spencer-Penn's Craft & Collectable Sale
- Spencer-Penn Centre - 9:00 AM
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Spencer-Penn's first Craft & Collectable Sale. spaces available, call the Centre for more information. Come hungry and enjoy the stew at the Fair and come shop with us.
276-957-5757 |
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Sep 18 - Beginning Digital Photography
- Southern Virginia Artisan Center - 9:00 AM
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Bring your own camera and operating manual to this three-hour workshop to learn the fundamentals of how to use your digital camera to take better pictures. Learn about camera mechanics and elements of photographic design.
Saturday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Cost: $59
To Register, Call 276-656-0260
Instructor: Rick Dawson
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Sep 18 - Debby Ware at deSpot
- deSpot - 9:00 AM
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Saturday, September 18, 2010
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
deSpot - 1089 Spruce St.
276.656.1234
$95 - includes lunch and 2 skeins of yarn! |
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Sep 18 - Craft & Collectible Fair
- Spencer-Penn Centre - 9:00 AM
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Join us for the first annual Craft & Collectible Fair. We have spaces available inside and outside. Call the Centre, 276-957-5757 for rates. Come hungry and enjoy the stew at the Spencer Community Fair and then shop with us. |
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Sep 18 - Third Saturday Stroll
- Studio 107 - 3:00 PM
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Studio 107 is open from 3 – 7 PM on every third Saturday of the month from April – October during the Uptown Cruise In. Visit Uptown for classic cars, music, art and fun!
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Sep 18 - Cruise In
- Uptown on Church Street - 5:00 PM
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Sep 23 - Marketing Your Business with Virginia Green
- Southern Virginia Artisan Center - 12:00 PM
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It's a fact, more people and businesses are "going green". But did you know that being certified with Virginia Green can not only help the environment, but can increase patronage and save money too? This workshop will show you the simple and FREE process of Virginia Green certification and explain the benefits that come along with it. |
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Sep 23 - Healthy 30 Minute Meals From Around the World
- Southern Virginia Artisan Center - 6:00 PM
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Tempt your tastebuds as you create quick, healthy meals using foods from around the world. You will carry home recipes and cooking techniques you can use on a regular basis.
Instructor: Tony Falcone
Thursday, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cost: $39
To Register, Call 276-656-0260 |
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Sep 24 - TGIF Concert Series
- Uptown Farmer's Market - 7:00 PM
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Sep 25 - Museum Day 2010 at VMNH!
- Virginia Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
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 Enjoy free general admission for you and a guest to the Virginia Museum of Natural History and hundreds of museums and cultural venues nationwide on Smithsonian magazine's Museum Day, Saturday, September 25, 2010.
VMNH Members who visit on Museum Day will receive FREE behind-the-scenes tours of the museum, including selected labs, collections storage areas, and more. Become a VMNH Member today to receive this and other great benefits, including unlimited admission to the museum throughout the year, admission to the museum's spectacular family festivals, invitations to exhibit opening receptions, a subscription to the VMNH quarterly newsletter "Virginia, Naturally!", and much more. |
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Sep 25 - Rabies and Vaccination Clinic
- Martinsville-Henry County SPCA - 9:00 AM
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There will be a rabies vaccination clinic at the SPCA conducted by Dr. Eric Lorens of The Pet Clinic of Rocky Mount on Saturday, September 25th, from 9am to 12noon. One and three years rabies vaccinations will be available as well as Distemper vaccines. Cost is $5 for one year rabies and $10 for all other vaccines.
New this year we will have Heartworm testing available for $25, and for $40 you can get the exam and prescription (does not include heartworm medicine).
Martinsville City and Henry County Dog Licenses will be available to purchase.
The vaccine clinic will be held at the Shelley Frith Drane Adoption Center located at 132 Joseph Martin Highway. Call 638-PAWS (7297) for more information.
Virginia law states that rabies vaccinations should be given to every cat, kitten, dog, and puppy four months old and over. Rabies is a deadly disease caused by a virus that attacks the nervous system. It kills almost any mammal or human that gets sick from it. However, rabies can be prevented in cats, dogs, ferrets, and some livestock with a rabies vaccination. There have been rabies cases reported in Franklin, Henry, Patrick and Pittsylvania Counties. Please take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to start protecting your pets and your community.
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Sep 25 - Virginia Storm vs. Thomasville Titans
- Smith River Sports Complex - 7:00 PM
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www.vastormfootball.com |
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Sep 28 - Newcomers Club of MHC
- Piedmont Arts Association - 6:30 PM
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Newcomers Club meets the 4th Tuesday of every month (Sept-May)
at Piedmont Arts Association - 215 Starling Avenue |
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Sep 30 - Seniors In The Know
- Spencer-Penn Centre - 10:00 AM
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Kris Landrum will give us information on establishing an herb garden. Refreshments served |
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