April 15-July 15 | "On the Eve of War: Artists' Views of Giles County in the mid-19th Century"
A talk by Doug Martin and George A. McLean Jr. on the works of Lewis Miller and Edward Beyer. Thursday, April 19 at 7:00 PM at the Giles County Historical Museum. An exhibit of their works will be on view at the Historical Society from April 15-July 15. 540-921-1050 or www.gilescountyhistorical.org.
April 22 - "Mystery at Mountain Lake"
An exhibit describing the recovery and investigation of human remains found at the bottom of the dried lakebed in 2008. Includes artifacts recovered from the site. Giles County Historical Museum, through April 22. 540-921-1050 or www.gilescountyhistorical.org.
April 20 - Mid-Atlantic Regional Garden Faire The 15th Annual Regional Garden Faire will be one of the most inclusive garden shows in the Southeast! The beautiful Garden Marketplace will feature thousands of plant varieties, an amazing array of garden accessories and nearly everything imaginable for gracious outdoor living.
April 21 - Abington Earth Day Celebration
Town of Abingdon Go Green Committee will be having an Earth Day Celebration from 9am-1pm. Come enjoy all the booths, food and family fun. Goodie Bags for the Kids!
April 21 and 28 - Spring Open House at Chateau Morrisette Saturdays and Sundays Noon to 4 pm in our Tasting Room. Celebrate Spring with us! Relish complimentary wine tastings, hors d'oeuvres, winery tours, and discounts on just about everything in our gift shop.
April 28 - 4ht Annual Blacksburg Fork and Cork The Blacksburg Partnership presents the 4rd annual Blacksburg Fork and Cork, A Food, Wine and Art Festival.
April 29 | Robert Tuckwiller Artist Open House
Sunday April 29 179 Summit Lane, Newport. (look for signs on Route 460, 1p.m.-4p.m. See the new oil paintings that Robert has done as a tribute to the Hudson River School as part of his requirement for a Masters degree from Hollins University 540-544-7386
Hillsville Downtown Celebration
Beach music concert and classic car cruise-in with music by "The Holiday Band" on May 12th, "The Embers" on June 23rd, "Craig Woolard Band" on July 14th, "Carolina Breakers" on August 4th and "Jim Quick and Coastline" on September 8th. Food and beverages available, lawn seating, downtown in Historic Hillsville, Virginia. Free admission! Children's activities!
May 18-19 | Giles Fiddler's Convention
Join us for a weekend of music, camping, and canoeing on the majestic New River! A positive weekend focused of family entertainment with music, canoeing, and primitive camping. The beautiful 30 acre Whitt-Riverbend Park on the New River will be transformed into a community event with bluegrass and old time competitions, activities for kids, and fun on the river for all ages.
May 25 -27 - Bland County Festival of Trails Join Bland County in celebrating its Designation Event in becoming an Applachian Trail Community! Events will include hiking, biking, and more!
