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"We Remember"
A Tribute
by Allie Burgin
July 2
Flea Circus
Flea Circus at the Radford Public Library Thursday, July 2 from 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM! All ages welcome.
July 3
Can You Dig This?
Archeology and Paleontology seem like big words to kids. Now Sciensational Workshops for Kids and Montgomery County Parks and Recreation makes it come alive. Simulated fossil excavations with over 100 fossils, dirt, and lots of fun. Some of the fossils are up to 500 million years old. Discover an actual dinosaur bone and a 500 million year old trilobite. We will provide the cleaning brushes, 3 lenses magnifies, labels and specimen bags. We will use our geological time and fossil chart to identify 20 million year old sharks teeth, mammal bones, and more. Make fossil plaster replicas of a cave bear tooth, ammonite, and Tyrannosaurus Rex tooth. See and work with our mineral collections, along with growing your own crystals and learn to be a rock hound and identify different rocks and minerals. Get a picture of you lifting a giant Pumice specimen right from Mt. St. Helens. This is a great opportunity for kids to learn. This workshop is for ages 6-10, and the registration fee is $135
July 4
Independence Day Celebration
Celebrate Independence Day at Claytor Lake State Park with a relaxing day at the park. Go for a swim, grill up some burgers, play volleyball or just enjoy a day in the sun. Children and Pets are welcome. Call 540-643-2500 or e-mail claytorlake@dcr.virginia.gov for more information.
4th of July Splash Party
Why travel when the fun is right in your backyard? Celebrate your holiday at the Frog Pond July 4 from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM! Let our enthusiastic lifeguard staff play games with your children. The celebration will include; music by DJ Kerri Taylor, hula-hoop contest, balloon toss and a greased watermelon contest. Prizes will be awarded to contest winners with a free summer pass to the best dressed red/white/blue bathing suit! Normal Frog Pond gate admission will be charged.
July 4th Festival A July 4th celebration will be held at Calfee Park. Details to be announced. Call the Town of Pulaski at (540) 980-2561 for mor information.
An Independence Day Parade will be held in Dublin. For more information, please contact the Town of Dublin at (540) 674-4798.
July 5
Ride River Run Triathlon and Relay
Celebrate Pearisburg’s Bicentennial with the Ride River Rund Triathlon and Relay on Saturday July 5. For more information contact the Town of Pearisburg at 540-921-0340 or visit www.pearisburg.org.
July 8
Christmas in July
Christmas is just a short 6 months away, so join us for an afternoon of stress free Christmas Fun at the Christiansburg Rec Center.. Enjoy Christmas treats, punch and a good game of “Dirty Santa”, bring a $5 wrapped gift. Be creative with your Christmas attire, prize awarded for most creative. Registration Deadline is July 2
July 10
All About Bees!
Learn all about bees at the Radford Public Library Thursday July 10 from 3 PM – 4 PM! Ages 9 and up are welcome to attend.
July 14
Robo Workshop "The Weasel" - The Wall Hugging Robot
Come on down it the Mid Co. Park Activity Center from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM and experience a whole new perspective into the world of robotics. During this 4 day workshop participants will have the opportunity to build “The Weasel”. The Weasel is sleek, smart, and simply amazing. It has two motors, a three speed gearbox, and WOW can it go fast! It has two photo sensors that allow it to see a line or feel its way along walls and around corners. Watch it as it goes through a maze. It loves to hug walls and you can have it follow you. This Weasel is so smart. It has a built in sonic tracking system. It’s all yours to make and keep. Learn about gears, sensors, electronic components, circuit boards and much more. You will also get to build other things. Design and program robots that you will build. Learn about robotic technology, the wave of the future. Kids ages 7 – 12 can join us in learning and having fun! Fee is $135. Contact Brad Buchanan at 540-382-6975 or
July 18
Radford After Five with the Embers
Celebrate the sounds of summer with the Embers! The concert will be held on the Farmer's Market lot on E. Main Street. $5 admission fee, no charge for children. Call 540-731-3656 for details. This event will be held from 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
July 18 - 20
Annual Member/Guest Golf Tournament
Castle Rock Golf Course will once again host its annual Member/Guest Golf Tournament. Register today at 540-626-7276 or e-mail
For decades The Embers have been making music by playing a mix of rhythm and blues and heart and soul. Rhythm and Blues became the foundation and essence of SOUL music and the Motown sound. Presented as part of the Radford After Five Summer Concert Series presented by Main Street Radford. For more information, contact Main Street Radford at 540-731-3656 or
July 19
Gospel Singing in the Mountains
Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy an evening of bluegrass and southern gospel music at Dominion Valley Park in Stuart. Easter Brothers, Chuck Wagon Gang, and the Primitive Quartet will perform some of your favorite gospel tunes. Shelters are available in case of rain. Food concessions are provided by the local fire department. Participants to pay own $15 admission fee. The registration deadline is July 14. Contact Kemvia Adams-Bush at 540-382-6975 or
Bubblemaker for Kids
New River Valley Scuba Center provides the exhilarating experience of breathing air underwater! Stop by July 19, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM where certified scuba instructors will open up a whole new world of adventure for your children. Ages 6-8 will have instruction in snorkeling and ages 8-12 in scuba diving. Upon completion of the pool dive, each child will receive a personalized certificate stating that they have participated in a scuba diving experience and a picture of themselves underwater in the scuba gear! Masks, fins, snorkels and scuba gear will be provided. Participants must fill out medical form upon registration. The registration deadline is July 14; admission is $26 per child. Contact Terry Caldwell at 540-382-6975 or
Coventry Games Whitewater Canoe and Kayak Race 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Location: New River Description: Come on out for this prestigious New River event. This seven mile sprint race will be held on the New River from Eggleston to Ripplemead during the annual State Coventry Games. There will be different classes for different ages and types of boats, so if you are an avid canoeist or kayaker don’t miss this one. Log onto www.commonwealthgames.org for race classes and registration info
July 20
Cabin Days/Ingles Farm Opening
Visit Ingles Farm! This working farm will be open to the public on specific days from 10am-3pm. Routine work will be performed and explained. Come and explore the cabin of William and Mary Draper Ingles, learn about current preservation efforts, and trace the history of Ingles Ferry and its importance in history. The event time is from 10 AM – 3:00 PM
July 21-26
New River Valley Fair
Stop by and enjoy the New River Valley’s annual fair! Carnival rides, contests, and big nightly events! Visit
July 24
Luau Party
Come out for a fun afternoon and dress Hawaiian with those grass skirts and tropical shirts we will provide the leis! Garland Linkous, culinary artist will prepare tasteful treats for the afternoon featuring tropical delights, appetizers and desserts. Enjoy island music and take a turn at the limbo! Don’t miss this fun opportunity to celebrate summer! The registration deadline is August 14; fee is $7. Contact Kemvia Adams-Bush at 540-382-6975 or
July 25
Glen Alton Farm Hike
Description: Reminiscent of a simpler time, Glen Alton is a 304-acre estate acquired by the U. S. Forest Service offers diverse habitats along trails that meander through wetlands, hardwood forest, open meadows and pond habitats. You will have an opportunity to take a two mile hike along the wildlife viewing trails or simply explore the homestead. Lunch will be on your own following hike at The Bank Restaurant featuring freshly prepared salads, sandwiches and main entrees. The deadline to register is July 18. The Level 1 Entry Fee is $8. Contact Kemvia Adams-Bush at 540-382-6975 or at
July 26
Pearisburg Bicentennial Celebration Concert
Come check out Thundercreek Almost McGraw, part of Pearisburg’s ongoing bicentennial celebration. For more information contact the Town of Pearisburg at 540-921-0340 or visit
August 1 - 2
Steppin' Out
Blacksburg's annual Steppin' Out festival takes to the streets of the downtown every first weekend in August. From 10 am - 10 pm on both days, pedestrians fill the colorful village center to enjoy craft vendors, sidewalk sales, festival foods, and three stages of live entertainment. After 27 years, Steppin' Out remains perennially fresh. New features include street performers, a giant sand "beach" and dunking booth. The annual Draper Run takes place on Friday evening, as the festival is just gearing up. The mile-long run includes a Fun Run for kids, a race, and a run thereafter. Three stages of performance include the main stage, which features national and regional acts performing everything from bluegrass to bhangra; an accoustic stage; and a community stage where local talent captures the spotlight. Time is 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM. There is no admission fee, and children are welcome. Contact the Downtown Merchants office at 540-951-0454 or visit their website,
August 6
Barter Theatre - Highland Festival
Participants will have the choice of attending the theater of the Highlands Festival or taking in both events on this excursion. “EVITA”, Eva Peron, who served as the First Lady, saint to the working class and received opposition from the military and the elite, became a powerful influence within the nation speaking on behalf of labor rights and founded the nation’s first female political party. Her life is told through Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical fusing haunting chorales with exuberant Latin, pop and jazz influences. The festival features more than 100 exhibitors of antiques, art & crafts, gardening, photography and wine tasting. Lunch will be on your own at the festival. The registration deadline is July 22. Fees are $12 for the festival only, or $35 for both the theatre and festival. Contact Kemvia Adams-Bush at 540-382-6975 or
August 8
Pool Side Karaoke Party
Think you have what it takes to be an American Idol? Come on down to the Frog Pond on Friday August 8 from 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM where the “Frog Pond Lifeguard Staff” will be ready to compete! Thousands of song choices’ from country, rock to top 40. Get your friends together and perform as a group! Admissions are $5 per person, children 5 and under are free. Fee is $5 per person, and children 5 and under are free.
What Can You Make With Duct Tape
Make duct tape creations at the Radford Public Library! Time will be divided up between different age groups; 11 AM will be for all ages, while 2 PM will be for teens only.
August 9
Saturday In The Park Car Show & Outdoor Movie
Time and details to be announced. Booth spaces are still available. Call 540-731-3633 for details.
August 9 - 10
Beginner Kayaking Weekend
Try whitewater kayaking down the New River without the expense of buying all of your own equipment. Day One- After we get you acquainted with your kayak and the rest of you gear, we will immediately get to work so that you feel in control of your boat. The first day of instruction will take place in calm, user-friendly water. We will practice getting in and out of the boat and focus on balance, body mechanics, strokes, turns and leans. Learning to “wet exit” and practicing the “Eskimo rescue” will help you find a comfort zone in your kayak even when you are upside down! A day of practice will help you build a perfect foundation of smart paddling habits that are grounded in good technique. Day Two- We start putting the basics we learned on Day One to work on a scenic 8 mile Class II section of the New River We will review paddling skills you have learned and introduce new ones that will allow you to maneuver you kayak more efficiently. You will use the river to focus on the dynamics of current, peel-outs, eddy turns, steering and balance, and bracing in current. (all equipment, instruction, and transportation are provided). You must register by August 2, one week prior to class. Fee is $70. Contact Brad Buchanan at 540-382-6975 or
August 14
Stroke Prevention
Terri Shelor, MS, CC-SLP, Speech Pathologist from Rehabilitation Services of Montgomery Regional Hospital will present information on stroke statistics, prevention, signs of stroke, early detection, rehabilitation after strokes, care giving and the stroke support group at Blacksburg Community Center. Transportation will be provided to program departing lower courthouse lot at 12:15pm and returning at 4:00pm. Registration deadline is August 7. Contact Kemvia Adams-Bush at 540-382-6975 or
Ice Cream Social
Come by the Blacksburg Community Center on Thursday August 14 from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM for a delicious treat. You bring a topping to share and we will supply the favorites of chocolate, vanilla and a sugar-free vanilla. $1 donation for bingo is appreciated for prizes. The registration deadline is August 7. Contact Kemvia Adams-Bush at 540-382-6975 or
August 15
The Craig Woolard Band
Their arrangements are exciting and over so danceable. The band does a variety of music that covers all ages and styles. Presented as part of the Radford After Five Summer Concert Series presented by Main Street Radford. For more information, contact Main Street Radford at 540-731-3656 or
August 21
Tailgating 101
Stop by the Montgomery County Government Center from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM and get in the huddle with recipes for tasting appetizers to make your next tailgate party the best one ever! Score big with tasty recipes you will learn to prepare with the assistance of culinary artist Garland Linkous. Learn tips for making your event a success with cooking and food storage techniques. You will have the opportunity to sample some tasty treats and receive savory recipes. The registration deadline is August 14. Registration fee is $7. Contact Kemvia Adams-Bush at 540-382-6975 or
August 26
Gatewood Park Hike
This park features 400 scenic acres nestled in the Heart of the Blue Ridge. Participants can test their angling skills and tour one of the most beautiful bodies of water in the area aboard a fishing boat with an electric motor or paddle boat. You will have an opportunity to explore the wildlife along nature trails and bring your lunch for a picnic in the park. Registration deadline is August 19 and the $12 fee includes boat rental and transportation. Contact Kemvia Adams-Bush at 540-382-6975 or
August 29
Hillsville Flea Market
The entire town of Hillsville becomes consumed by antique dealers, street side vendors and traders of all kinds making this one of the largest shows of the Southeast. Wear comfortable walking shoes as you will have an opportunity to explore the many vendors through the one-mile flea market area.
August 28
Summer Lecture Series-A River, its Fish & People: Tales of Virginia's New River
John Copeland. A Fisheries Biologist with the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries will present a lecture on the New River, its fish and the people who enjoy this wonderful natural resource beginning at 7:30 PM. Learn about the natural history and biology of New River fish and how this knowledge might help you hook your next big catch! Includes opportunity to see live fish! Come by the Outdoor Classroom in Wildwood Park, Radford. Parking will be available at the Main Entrance to Wildwood Park at Main/Grove or the Sundell/Park Rd. lot. It is a 5-10 minute walk to the classroom in the center of the park. Persons with disabilities or medical conditions can be driven up to the classroom – please contact us for assistance with the gate key and unloading.
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