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Applications are open for the 2026 Leadership Patrick County class.
Apply now: https://forms.office.com/r/kHaakdd50Z
Leadership Patrick County is a nine month professional development program during which participants learn about assets of community, identify needs, and experience personal and professional growth to enhance leadership capacity and civic engagement.
Enroll in Leadership Patrick County to grow professionally, to learn more about Patrick County and become civically engaged. Cohorts will meet one full day each month, traveling to different communities in the county where you will visit businesses, historical sites, nonprofit organizations and schools. Participants will be expected to attend a sampling of community meetings to gain a greater understanding of committees and initiatives working for the betterment of Patrick County broadly.
Gain skills in team building, collaboration, consensus building, design thinking, and project management as you learn about community needs and devise strategies to address them.
Participants will meet monthly on the third Tuesday of each month (beginning October 2025), during business hours to tour a different locality across the county. An overnight trip to Richmond provides you an opportunity to tour the Capitol, sit in on sessions, meet your senator and delegate, and enjoy a meal with Reynolds family members.
The Reynolds Homestead
463 Homestead Lane
Critz, VA, USA 24082-3044
Phone: 276-694-7181
Email: ContactRH@vt.edu
Our offices are open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Reynolds Homestead - 463 Homestead Lane
- Critz, VA 24082
- 276-694-7181
- www.reynoldshomestead.com
Email for more information.
The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with P&HCC is pleased to announce Entrepreneurial Workshops to be offered to our community at the Patrick County Site. These 1 or 2 hour workshops help to equip our local businesses with skills to succeed. Anyone is welcome to register and for those Chamber Members in good standing, we will reimburse you after completion of the workshop(s).
Patrick & Henry Community College -212 Wood Brothe
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-694-8778
The Stokes County Arts Council is pleased to announce the opening of a “Forsyth Tech Community College Student Art Exhibition” in the Apple Gallery. A meet and greet is scheduled for Friday, October 10, 2025, from 6:00pm-7:30pm at the Stokes County Arts Council, 500 Main Street Danbury, NC.
This exhibit includes approximately 50 original works including sculpture, drawing, paintings, and more. Artists in the exhibit are current students of Forsyth Tech’s Associate in Fine Arts-Visual Art program.
Dr. Cristy Lynn Brown, Program Coordinator of Fine Arts at Forsyth Technical Community College was the coordinator of this collaboration and exhibit and worked closely with our Visual Arts Chair. Professor Jason Lancaster, and AFA students from his Visual Art Portfolio course, matted and framed the work and installed the show. For more information on the Associate of Fine Arts program at Forsyth Technical Community College, visit https://www.forsythtech.edu/courses-programs/degrees/programs-a-z/associate-in-
fine-arts/.
This exhibit will be on display October 1-November 15, 2025, the Apple Gallery. The Stokes County Arts Council is open to the public Monday through Friday, 9:00am-6:00pm, Saturday, 10:00a.m.-6:00p.m. and Sunday 12:00pm-6:00pm. For additional information about the exhibit, please contact the Stokes County Arts Council at (336) 593-8159 or visit www.stokesarts.org.
The Arts Place of Stokes - 502 Main Street
- Danbury, NC 27016
- 336-593-8159
Email for more information.
Join us the 1st Thursday every month, for the Silent Book Club. Bring your own book or check one out at the library, find a spot and read. Book Chat at 5:30 p.m. and Silent Reading 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Snack Time. Free to all ages.
Patrick County Library - 116 W Blue Ridge Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
Hosted by Stokes County Paranormal, in partnership with Stokes Arts, the October 2025 Danbury Ghost Tours schedule is as follows: Friday, October 3rd, 10th, and 24th. Saturday, October 4th, 11th, and 25th. Sunday, October 5th, October 12th, and 26th. Times 6:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. For more information or tickets, contact the Stokes County Arts Council at 336-593-8159 or visit www.stokesarts.org.
The Stokes County Arts Council - 500 N Main Street
- Danbury, NC 27016
- 336-593-8159
- www.stokesarts.org
Email for more information.
Join us at the Stuart Farmer's Market every Friday, 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon for seasonal vegetables, fruits, arts and crafts, baked goods, jams and jellies and much more.
Stuart Farmer's Market - 320 Chestnut Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
Come and join us for knitting, spinning, needle felting, crocheting, weaving, rug hooking, embroidery, quilting ...All Fiber Arts! Weekly fiber arts gathering at the Arts Place in Danbury, Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Part of the Gypsy Hollingsworth Fiber Arts Program.
The Arts Place of Stokes - 502 Main Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 336-593-8159
- www.stokesarts.org
Email for more information.
10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. -
First Saturday of the Month. This monthly program will include special readers, crafts, and other fun activities. Come out and join us for this free program, fit for all ages! No registration needed. January – Let’s Build It February – I Love My Smile March – 1 Fish, 2 Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish April – Spring is Calling May – Watch Me Bloom June – Following Footsteps July – You, Me, and My Teddy Make Three August – Under the Apple Tree September – Down on the Farm October – Pumpkin Faces November – Thanks for Thanksgiving December – Sugar Plum Wishes & Candy Cane Kissses. Location: The Hylton Library.
Spencer Penn Centre - 475 Spencer Penn Road
- Spencer, VA 24165
- 276-957-5757
- https://www.facebook.com/spencerpenncentre
Reverse Applique with Janeise Harmon, Sundays, October 5th and October 12th, 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. $76 per participant. This two-session workshop introduces the techniques of reverse applique using layered cotton knits, textile paints and embroidery stitches. All materials included. This class suitable for all skill levels. This is part of The Gypsy Hollingsworth Fiber Arts Program.
The Arts Place of Stokes - 502 Main Street
- Danbury, NC 27016
- 336-593-8159
- www.stokesarts.org
Email for more information.
Reynolds Homestead will host the College for Older Adults October 6th through October 31st. Please visit Reynolds Homestead website for calendar of course offerings.
Reynolds Homestead -463 Homestead Lane
- Critz, VA 24082
- www.reynoldshomestead.com
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. - 10-week sessions held every Tuesday -
On October 7th we will be starting the fall 2025 series of our free, evidence-based parenting program called Strengthening Families. Classes will be held every Tuesday evening at Piedmont Community Services in Franklin County from 5:30 p.m. -7:30 p.m. (October 7th through December 9th, 2025) Strengthening Families is a ten-week program to enhance parenting skills and strengthen family bonds. A meal is provided to the families in attendance during the beginning of each class and a certificate of completion is given upon successfully finishing the program. Participants must have at least one child under the age of 18 to register for the classes. Please see the attached flyer for more information! If you are aware of any families who are interested in signing up, please have them reach out to the phone number or email provided on the flyer for registration. Enroll today! Contact Ally Snead at 540-632-1027 or email: asnead@piedmontcsb.org. for more information or to enroll.
- Franklin County, VA
Our annual October Fest is Saturday, October 11th at 10:00 am... put it on your calendar now so you don't miss it! Sometimes called the applebutter festival, and sometimes called the Woolwine reunion, our October Fest is always filled with good food, great bluegrass music, and ever better friends. This year featuring (in playing order):
- Jordan T Morrison & the Foothill Boys
- Larry Sigmon & the Virginia Girls
- The Friday Night Dance Band
Music starts at 10:00 am. The bands switch out roughly every hour at the top of the hour, and play until 4:00 pm. Held in our truck bays again this year everything is close, convenient, and on one level. There will be food (hotdogs, chicken BBQ, deserts, drinks and more), a bake sale, hopefully an item or two auctioned off, and also hopefully applebutter! We'll make as much as we can, but it is first spoken for, so if you would like to reserve yours contact your friendly neighborhood fireman to get on their list. Last year we had plenty for sale the day of the festival, and we have plans to make that much again.
We will have folding chairs available, or feel free to bring your favorite lawn chair so you can sit and tap your toes in comfort. Don't worry, if you want to dance we'll leave enough room for you to get up and swing your partner to your hearts content!
Bring your chair, bring your significant other, and bring your wallet - hey, this is a fundraiser after all!
We sure hope to see you there. For more information, call Goode at (276) 229-8241.
Woolwine Fire Department
- Woolwine, VA 24185
- 276-930-2100
Save the Date: October 11, 2025, noon to 2:00 p.m. at the Stuart Farmers' Market, Rain or Shine. Flowers, Shrubs, Trees, Grasses. Price Range: $2 to $10. Free Seed Sowing Activity. Great time to plant perennials and shrubs.
Stuart Farmers' Market - 320 Chestnut Road
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-229-2313
10:00 AM until 11:00 AM -
The CGC is a 10-skill training and evaluation program developed by the American Kennel Club (AKC), designed to encourage well-mannered dogs and responsible pet ownership. It covers skills such as greeting strangers politely, loose-leash walking, reaction to distractions, and more.
Curriculum: Covers all 10 test items—friendly greetings, grooming/combing tolerance, loose-leash walking, crowd handling, sit/down/stay, coming when called, reacting appropriately to other dogs and distractions, and a brief supervised separation.
Vaccination Records: Expect to provide proof of up-to-date vaccinations (distemper/parvo, rabies, Bordetella)
Behavioral Expectations: Dogs must be non-aggressive; any growling, snapping, or biting leads to dismissal
Training Environment: Classes are held in group settings with distractions to simulate real-life public situations
Contact Amber or Susan at pet provisions for more details 276.694.2426 or email petprovisionllc@gmail.com
Pet Provisions - 332 Patrick Avenue
- Stuart, VA 24171
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM -
Music at the Villa: Rock Castle Gorgeous.
We welcome back to the Villa stage our good friends from Rock Castle Gorgeous. High class folks playing good low-down tunes. You’re in good hands!
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge
- Floyd, VA 24091
The Paranormal Experience Investigations at The Old Danbury Courthouse on Saturday, October 11th, 2025, 11:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. after Danbury Ghost Tours. Ages 16 plus. Price $35.00. Limited tickets available. Call to reserve your tickets today at 336-593-8159 or visit www.stokesarts.org.
The Old Danbury Courthouse
- Danbury, NC 27016
- 336-593-8159
- www.stokesarts.org
Music at the Mayberry Trading Post every Sunday, 1 PM to 3 PM/Open Jam. Everyone welcome! Mile Post 180.5 Blue Ridge Parkway. County. Still run by four generations of descendants from the original store. Built in 1892, it originally housed the Mayberry Post Office as well as a general store. Today it's still a general store and in the fall of the year on weekends it features apple butter making. Author Tom Perry will return to the Mayberry Trading Post on October 27th during Pancake Days at nearby Meadows of Dan, Virginia.
883 Mayberry Church Road
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. -
Amphitheater Trailhead: Meet with a ranger and go on a guided hike along the Lakeshore Trail (0.81mi.). You are guaranteed to hear some cool information, see the beauty of nature, and learn the interesting history of Fairy Stone State Park. This one-mile hike is over steep, uneven terrain and is difficult at times.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
The Landmark Center to host a Food Drive October 12th through October 18th, 2025 in recognition of National Food Bank Week. During the second week of October, we are asking all staff, families and visitors to bring 5 non-perishable food items to donate (more if you can). For every five items donated, your name will be entered to win a $100 Food Country gift card. All donations go to the Patrick County Food Bank.
The Landmark Center - 227 Landmark Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM -
Shelter #4. Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will head to the site. Guests will need to drive their own vehicles to the hunt site. Fairy stones found on the surface may be taken home; digging with tools for them is not allowed.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
Join the Walking Club at the Rail Trail at 9:00 a.m.
Mayo River Rail Trail - Commerce Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
Topic: Cats -
The Patrick County Library will host Storytime at 10:30 a.m.
Patrick County Library - 116 W Blue Ridge Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM -
Shelter #4. Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will head to the site. Guests will need to drive their own vehicles to the hunt site. Fairy stones found on the surface may be taken home; digging with tools for them is not allowed.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
The Patrick County Library will host the Retired Teacher's Book Club on October 15th, at 11:00 a.m.
Patrick County Library - 116 W Blue Ridge Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
Join the Walking Club at the Rail Trail at 9:00 a.m.
Mayo River Rail Trail - Commerce Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
Fairy Stone State Park to host program on Who Made Those Tracks While You Sleep. Three Dates: October 15th, October 17th, and October 29th, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. each date.
While we sleep a whole new set of nocturnal animals come out to begin their "daily" activities. Discover how to look for tracks and identify who made them.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
The DMV Connect will be in the Community Room of the Patrick & Henry Community College on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., with lunch break from 12:30 p.m. until 1:30 p.m. For additional information, call 276-952-8815.
P&HCC - Stuart Campus - 212 Wood Brothers Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Homestead Weavers Exchange is hosting a beginner weaving class in October!
Celie Cassady is hosting a beginner weaving class Oct. 15, 16, 22, and 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Reynolds Homestead.
This class will be a study of the ancient art of rag rug weaving with a contemporary, up to date look. Not just plain rugs - color, weave, and texture will be addressed. $200 fee for this class includes all materials except five yards of brightly colored cotton fabric.
For more information about the class and to sign up, contact Celie via email (c.cassady@comcast.net) or phone (276-957-1326).
Reynolds Homestead - 463 Homestead Lane
- Critz, VA 24082
- www.reynoldshomestead.com
Oct. 15, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Join a park ranger on a three-mile hike to the waterfall and back. While hiking along Little Mountain Falls, keep an eye out for some of our many woodland friends. The hike crosses streams, so it is recommended that you wear proper footwear you don’t mind getting wet.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM -
Shelter #4. Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will head to the site. Guests will need to drive their own vehicles to the hunt site. Fairy stones found on the surface may be taken home; digging with tools for them is not allowed.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM -
Shelter #4: Did you know that coyotes are not naturally native to Virginia? Enjoy a ranger-led discussion and presentation about this efficient predator. Learn about their habits, their capabilities, and how they got here. Hint: It's not how you think!
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
The Patrick County Library will host Open Art Studio on October 16, 2025, 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m.
Patrick County Library - 116 W Blue Ridge Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Spencer Penn Farmer's Market is every Thursday of the month, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Come out and support the vendors with their seasonal vegetables, arts and crafts and baked goods. (October 16th through December 18th) See Spencer Penn Facebook for holiday schedule.
Spencer Penn Centre - 475 Spencer Penn Road
- Spencer, VA 24165
- 276-957-5757
Test Your Knowledge -- Join us for Trivia Night at the Patrick County Library on Thursday, October 16, 2025, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wear your costume and be ready to answer some spooky questions. Ages 12+. FREE.
Patrick County Library - 116 W Blue Ridge Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
Join us for Trivia Night at The Arts Place of Stokes on Thursday, October 16, 2025, 6:30 p.m. Halloween Costume Parade and Contest. Bring a team or join one on location. Dinner Menu: Hotdogs with all the fixins and Dessert, Complimentary for donations to benefit the Stokes Arts Scholarships program.
The Arts Place of Stokes - 502 Main Street
- Danbury, NC 27016
- 336-593-8159
- www.stokesarts.org
ATTENTION: QuickBooks 101 Workshop, Tuesday, November 4th, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Online, free training through Virginia's Small Business Development Center for QuickBooks 101. Set up and start tracking your business finances today!
QuickBooks can make running your business easier—once you know how to use it.
In this hands-on session, you’ll learn how to get started in QuickBooks and set up your system to track your income, expenses, and invoices the right way from the beginning.
You’ll learn:
How to navigate QuickBooks and choose the right version
How to connect your bank account and categorize transactions
How to create a chart of accounts tailored to your business
How to record expenses, send invoices, and run basic reports
What to do each week/month to stay on track
This session is best for small business owners who are new to QuickBooks or want a reset on how it’s set up.
This event is part of Capital Pathways, a no-cost program from the Virginia SBDC that helps small businesses get the funding they need to grow. The program is designed for very small (fewer than 10 employees), emerging, and growth-ready businesses that face challenges accessing traditional financing. It offers hands-on group learning, guided implementation, and extended one-on-one support focused on strengthening your finances, loan applications, and legal setup.
Register now to save your spot!
Register Here
If you need a good internet connection to attend the class~ check out the Patrick County Library or P&HCC Patrick County Site
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PLEASE NOTE: Capacity will be limited for this webinar as it is an interactive session. Please be mindful and register only if you will be able to attend.
A confirmation email with the Zoom login information will be sent the day before the event—keep an eye out!
https://clients.virginiasbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=940450008&fbclid=IwY2xjawNcmVNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwTnFsQmVDVzZ6WHBRRk9MAR6JXNzeGD0qQbAgNu_g_yy98IciaQQc2Mpyljv-MILQD2X8aVZeSvZygxi33Q_aem_aUKHrRnCR6Wp5QX4Ms_9IQ
Online Workshop
The Willis Gap Community Center Appalachian Acoustic Open Jam (every Friday night) at 144 The Hollow Road, Ararat, VA 24053, Affiliated Partner of The Crooked Road Virginia's Heritage Music Trail. A few miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway (Mabry Mill), a few miles from Meadows of Dan (Primland Auberge Resort), and a few miles from Mount Airy, NC (Mayberry) the Hometown of Andy Griffith. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for food and drinks, music, and dancing 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with acoustic instruments. We are inviting all ages and skill levels. Fresh slaw/chili hotdogs, chips, candy, cakes, popcorn, sodas, coffee, and bottled water—southern hospitality at its best. Music, dancing, food, fellowship, and family-friendly—the 50/50 drawing around 8:30 p.m. Contact info: (276-251 8548), (276 251 5436). E-mail: marhill196648@yahoo.com.
144 The Hollow Road
- Ararat, VA
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM -
Shelter #4. Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will head to the site. Guests will need to drive their own vehicles to the hunt site. Fairy stones found on the surface may be taken home; digging with tools for them is not allowed.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
The Patrick County Library will host Sit and Stitch at 11:00 a.m.
Patrick County Library - 116 W Blue Ridge Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Tree of Forgiveness Band – A Tribute to John Prine.
What started as a one-night tribute in 2021 has grown into something truly special! The Tree of Forgiveness Band brings together some of the best musicians from NC and VA for a heartfelt, high-energy celebration of John Prine’s timeless songs.
From classics like Angel From Montgomery, Illegal Smile, and Sam Stone to fan-favorite deep cuts like Bruised Orange, this talented lineup captures the wit, warmth, and soul of one of America’s greatest songwriters.
Tickets available now at www.startheatreva.com.
Your favorite theatre snacks along with beer & wine will be available for purchase.
Doors open at 7 PM | Music starts at 8 PM
Join us for an unforgettable night of music, stories, and the magic that happens when great musicians honor a true legend.
Tickets: Evenbrite $23.18 - $33.85.
The Historic Star Theatre - 318 Patrick Avenue
- Stuart, VA 24171
Want to start your fall off right? Join us in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Stuart Virginia. Bring the family and make it an adventure. A weekend of friends, camping, grappling and apple dumplings. Camping at Wayside Park ($25 per night). Grappling:
There will be training times Friday through Sunday. Stuart’s Annual Apple Dumpling Festival takes place in-front of the gym on Saturday, October 18th from 10a - 4p. Venders of random sorts. Some will have the coveted delicious Apple dumplings those that have attended can attest to.
Gym: Dynamis Submission Grappling
302 Patrick Ave., Stuart VA 24133.
(8 minutes from camp)
- We recommend car pooling from camp for parking on Saturday.
camping : wayside park.
332 Wayside Park Rd,
Stuart, VA 24171.
Camp ground has electric hook ups. If you have an RV or camper, there are spaces for you. Plenty of tent spaces available and fire rings to share. Also, YES! The campground has a bathhouse with great hot water and water pressure.
Message, email or txt Amber to confirm your spot for camping and training.
Friday,
4:30p -5:15p kids 6-13 years of age.
7p adults.
Saturday,
9:30a coed open mat.
12p GLOSS - LADIES ONLY.
Sunday,
9:30a coed open mat.
Wayside Park - 332 Wayside Park Road
- Stuart, VA 24171
Blue Ridge Airport to host Annual Halloween Trunk or Treat, Friday, October 17th, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Costumes encouraged, free community event. See you there!
Blue Ridge Regional Airport - 525 Airport Road
- Martinsville, VA
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. -
On Saturday & Sundays during the spring, summer, and fall, enjoy award-winning wines, breathtaking views from the Blue Ridge, and an eclectic array of musical artists performing on Chateau Morrisette's Winery Courtyard from 1–4pm.
Music on the Courtyard admission is free. We suggest bringing seating as the tables fill up fast. Savor every last drop of the weekend with us!
Please note that dates, events, and hours are subject to change without notice. Music may cancel or move inside if there is inclement weather.
Friday, October 17, 2025.
Performer: The Meeting
Genre: 50s through today variety. /
Saturday, October 18, 2025.
Performer: The Meeting.
Genre: 50s through today variety. /
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Performer: Midnight Blue
Genre: Cover Band. /
Saturday, October 25, 2025.
Performer: Ryan Patterson.
Genre: Folk Singer / Songwriter. /
Sunday, October 26, 2025.
Performer: Greg Wilson Trio.
Generas: Gypsy Jazz, Jazz, Swing and a little Rock / Country. /
Saturday, November 1, 2025.
Performer: The Meeting.
Genre: 50s through today variety. /
Saturday, November 8, 2025.
Performer: Craig Vaughn.
Genre: Classic Rock. /
Saturday, November 15, 2025.
Performer: Ryan Peterson.
Genre: Folk Singer / Songwriter. /
Saturday, November 22, 2025.
Performer: Matt Johnson.
Genre: Cover Band. /
Saturday, December 6, 2025.
Performer: Craig Vaughn.
Genre: Classic Rock. /
Thursday, January 1, 2026.
Performer: Matt Johnson.
Genre: R&B / Soul.
Chateau Morrisette - 287 Winery Road
- Floyd, VA 24091
- 540-593-2865
Email for more information.
Fairy Stone Volunteer Fire Department Breakfast - October 18th, 2025.
Fairy Stone Volunteer Fire Department
- Stuart, VA
The Apple Dumpling Festival in Stuart, VA, is a cherished autumn tradition that celebrates the rich flavors and heritage of Patrick County. The festival will take place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Stuart Farmers’ Market. This free, family-friendly event will feature live music, community spirit, and a bustling hub of apple-themed delights. The festival is a testament to the town's commitment to preserving its local traditions and fostering a sense of community.
For those interested in participating, the Apple Dumpling Festival 5K race is also scheduled for the same day, offering a scenic run along the Mayo River Rail Trail. Participants will receive a stylish event t-shirt, a finisher's medal, light refreshments, and the chance to win awards and door prizes. The festival is a perfect blend of fitness and festive fun, making it a must-visit event for the Stuart community and visitors alike.
For more information, call 276-694-3811.
Downtown Stuart/Stuart Farmers' Market
- Stuart, VA 24171
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM -
Shelter #4. Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will head to the site. Guests will need to drive their own vehicles to the hunt site. Fairy stones found on the surface may be taken home; digging with tools for them is not allowed.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
he Apple Dumpling 5-K 2025 is a vibrant event that combines fitness with community celebration. Here are the key details for the race:
Date: October 18, 2025.
Location: Mayo River Rail Trail, Stuart, VA.
Registration: Pre-registration is available online through RunSignup, with early packet pick-up on October 20 from 10 AM to 1 PM at the Chamber of Commerce office. Race day registration starts at the food bank on October 18 from 7 AM to 7:45 AM.
Course: Participants will enjoy a well-marked course along the paved Mayo River Rail Trail.
Awards: Finishers will receive a finisher's medal, and all participants will have the chance to win awards and door prizes.
Proceeds: Proceeds from the race benefit the Dan River basin Association's trail development in Patrick County.
This event is a great opportunity for runners to enjoy a scenic run while supporting a local cause. Don't miss out on this festive and fun-filled race in Stuart, VA! Registration will be at the Patrick County Food Bank on Commerce Street.
Mayo River Trail, Commerce Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
Ararat Ruritan Club to host annual BBQ and Classic Car Cruise-In. Saturday, October 18, 2025, noon until 6:00 p.m. Eat in or take out: $12 per plate includes: BBQ, potatoes, beans, slaw, bread, homemade dessert, soft drink or water. Cruise in - free registration begins at 11:00 a.m., grass and paved parking. Bring a lawn chair. Cruise through or stay a while. Prizes available for car traveling the farthest, Best of Show (voted by co-cruisers).
4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA 24053
SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, October 18, 2025, 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. EDT. The Reach the Peaks Challenge is the premier single day hiking and trail running challenge in North Carolina. The 2025 Challenge celebrates our 13th year and offer a strenuous, but enjoyable, 10 mile route with this year’s theme, Peaks & Falls in Fall! Beginning at the Historic Bathhouse, the route will take participants to the peaks of Wolf Rock and Hanging Rock, the waterfalls of Upper Cascades, Hidden Falls, and Window Falls, down the Indian Creek Trail and finishing at the Dan River Co., and Green Heron Alehouse where food trucks and beverages await. A shuttle will return participants to their cars waiting at the Hanging Rock State Park Lake Parking lot.
Net proceeds from the Reach the Peaks Challenge support Hanging Rock State Park, as well as annual Arts Education Touring Programs in Stokes County Schools, including those by the Winston-Salem Symphony, Piedmont Opera, UNCG Theatre for Young People, UNCG Opera, UNC School of the Arts, Carolina Music Ways, Columbia Marionette Theatre, Shared Radiance Shakespeare, Mike Wiley Productions, Bailey Mountain Cloggers, and others.
Thank you for supporting the 2025 Reach the Peaks Challenge!
REGISTRATION
The 2025 Reach the Peaks Challenge will take place on Saturday, October 18. Advanced Registration is strongly encouraged. The deadline for participants to receive an event T-shirt and Farm to Feet sock swag is Friday, October 3 at 5pm. Advanced Registration fees are $30 per person for adults and $20 for youth age 18 and under. Day of Registration fee is $35 for both adult and youth, but no swag is guaranteed.
Dogs are welcome! Well behaved dogs on a maximum 6-foot leash are welcome to participate with you in the challenge at no additional cost. Determining whether your dog is healthy enough to participate is at your own discretion.
ADVANCED PARTICIPANT SWAG PICKUP
Advanced Swag pickup will be available at The Arts Place of Stokes located at 502 N. Main St., Danbury, NC 27016. This year’s swag will include an event t-shirt and Farm to Feet hiking socks. Swag may be picked up in advance of the challenge on Thursday or Friday, Oct. 16 / 17, at The Arts Place between the hours of 10am and 5pm, or may be picked up at the time of check-in on the day of the event.
DAY OF THE EVENT CHECK-IN
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST CHECK-IN AT THE ARTS PLACE OF STOKES, 502 MAIN STREET IN DANBURY PRIOR TO BEGINNING THE CHALLENGE.
Participants will check-in between 7am – 9:30am on the day of the challenge, Oct. 18, to sign a liability waiver, receive a participant number, pick up swag and map. After checking-in, participants will drive 2.5 miles to the Hanging Rock State Park Lake Parking Lot.
TRAIL ROUTE
The 2025 Reach the Peaks Challenge begins at the Historic Bathhouse at Hanging Rock State Park. The Trail Route Starting Line and Trail will be marked. Participants will follow the Cook’s Wall / Wolf Rock Trail until the trail splits, turning left towards Wolf Rock, continuing to Hanging Rock, left at the Visitors Center Parking lot to Upper Cascades, back through the Visitors Center Parking lot to Indian Creek Trail, down to Hidden Falls, Window Falls, numerous creek crossings, and finishing at the Dan River Co. / Green Heron Alehouse. For more information call 336-593-8159 or visit www.stokesarts.org to register.
Hanging Rock State Park - 1790 Hanging Rock Park R
- Danbury, NC 27016
- 336-593-8159
- www.stokesarts.org
Email for more information.
Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. VA250 "Out of Many, One" -- The VA250 Mobile Museum Experience makes its way to Patrick County for the Apple Dumpling Festival, showcasing Virginia's role in the fight for independence and inspiring future generations. What to expect: Interactive Exhibits, Engaging Storytelling, Innovative Technology. Location: 140 South Main Street, Stuart, VA - Limited pedestrian foot traffic only. For more information: https://va250.org/mobile-museum/, https://visitpatrickcounty.org/, https://www.facebook.com/patrickcountyVA250 or call 276-693-2005.
140 South Main Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. -
Visitor's Center: Come out of your shell and spend some time getting to know the Eastern Box Turtle. Our new animal ambassador will be making an appearance out in the park today. Come see him in person and find out what makes turtles so terrific!
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM -
Shelter #4: Without pollinators, people and all of Earth's terrestrial ecosystems would not survive. Our native plants and pollinators are specially adapted to support each other. Come discover the amazing connection they share and learn how we can help protect them.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
Shelter #4: Oct. 18, 2025, October 25, 2025, October 26, 2025. Time: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Did you know there was once a thriving "boom town" located where our lake is today? This ranger-led program explores the missing town and its rowdy residents. Discover how moonshining put the boom in "boom town"!
The presentation will be followed by an optional guided hike on our Iron Mine and Upper Stuart's Knob Trails. This trail system is about two miles, and has steep portions, but offers spectacular views of Fairy Stone Lake.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
10:00 AM until 11:00 AM -
The CGC is a 10-skill training and evaluation program developed by the American Kennel Club (AKC), designed to encourage well-mannered dogs and responsible pet ownership. It covers skills such as greeting strangers politely, loose-leash walking, reaction to distractions, and more.
Curriculum: Covers all 10 test items—friendly greetings, grooming/combing tolerance, loose-leash walking, crowd handling, sit/down/stay, coming when called, reacting appropriately to other dogs and distractions, and a brief supervised separation.
Vaccination Records: Expect to provide proof of up-to-date vaccinations (distemper/parvo, rabies, Bordetella)
Behavioral Expectations: Dogs must be non-aggressive; any growling, snapping, or biting leads to dismissal
Training Environment: Classes are held in group settings with distractions to simulate real-life public situations
Contact Amber or Susan at pet provisions for more details 276.694.2426 or email petprovisionllc@gmail.com
Pet Provisions - 332 Patrick Avenue
- Stuart, VA 24171
Halloween Mayhem at Stuart Rotary Memorial Building on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. Bell time 7:00 p.m. Ticket Price: $10 advance for kids; $12 for kids at door. Ticket Price: $12 advance for adults; $15 for adults at door. Kids aged 5 and under - FREE. Kids wear your Halloween costumes. NICW World Heavyweight Championship. Title Match. LARIAT Eric Steele vs. THE HANGMAN Larry Cooter. NICW Mid-Atlantic Heritage Championship. Title Match. The RAGIN REBEL Robert Stanley vs. LIONHEART Chase Bennett. NICW World Tag Team Championship. TAG TEAM TITLE MATCH. Mid-Atlantic ACES Joe Drody and Tony Perdue vs. TEAM USA Scott Lee and Tony Ray. TEXAS BULL ROPE MATCH. RENEGADE COWBOY Daniel Craig vs. THE OUTLAW Josh Tart. Where to purchase advance tickets: Stagecoach on Main, Little Caesars in Stuart, and Rudders Martial Arts locations. Concessions to benefit the PCHS Beta Club.
Stuart Rotary Memorial Building - 264 Woodland Dri
- Stuart, VA 24171
Country breakfast at Fairystone Volunteer Fire Department, 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Dine in adult plates are $10 and children's plates are $5. All take out plates are $10. Orders can be placed by calling 276-930-2113.
Fairystone Volunteer Fire Department - 6687 Fairy
- Stuart, VA 24171
Shelter #4: Oct. 18, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hit the trail with one of our rangers to see which birds of Fairy Stone State Park are hiding in plain sight along Oak Hickory Trail. Can you identify the birds by sight, or do you rely on the songs they sing?
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
Shelter #4: Oct. 18, 2025 and October 25, 2025. Time: 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Murders over moonshine rocked the town of Fayerdale in the 1920s and 30s, leaving a dying town remembered for tragedy rather than the mining operations that once made it a boom town. Moonshining (illegal whiskey making) was quite prevalent in and around the Fairy Stone State Park area in the early 1900s. Jealousy, greed, and competition often led to feuds, brawls, and even killings. "Moonshine Murders" reveals the events which sparked a number of these murders.
Due to the gruesome nature of this topic, the program is recommended for ages 15 and older.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
Join us during the Apple Dumpling Festival, Saturday, October 18th, at Calliope, 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Stop in at Calliope for a free cup of hot chocolate and do a little early Christmas shopping with the folks of Bull Mountain Arts. Register for a great door prize while you are there.
Calliope, Circus of the Arts - 410 Patrick Avenue
- Stuart, VA 24171
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM -
Music at the Villa: Virginia Hollow.
We welcome back our friends, Virginia Hollow, a band and sound born from the hills, valleys and mountains of Appalachia. Their music is a mixture of Americana, bluegrass, country, indie, and rock. They’re also just awesome folks!
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge
- Floyd, VA 24091
Bobbin' for Books to be held at the Stuart Farmers Market on Saturday, October 18th, 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. during the Apple Dumpling Festival. Free Books / Sidewalk Chalk Contest/ Authors / Story Walk. Sponsored by Blue Ridge Regional Library, VT/Reynolds Homestead, Dolly Parton Imagination Library, One Family Productions' Grassroots Grants and West Piedmont Planning District Commission.
Stuart Farmers' Market - 320 Chestnut Road
- Stuart, VA 24171
Join us Saturday, October 18, 2025, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for a Fall Decor Decoupage "Pop Up Make and Take" Class. Call for more information or to pre-register.
The Hatteras Pearl - 109 N Main Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-692-4523
Join us as we celebrate several enhancements to the Mayo River Rail Trail ~ Pollinator Garden, Mural Installed and more with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. in the lot by the river. Host: Patrick County Chamber of Commerce.
Mayo River Rail Trail - Commerce Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
- www.patrickchamber.com
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. -
We welcome back our friends, Virginia Hollow, a band and sound born from the hills, valleys and mountains of Appalachia. Their music is a mixture of Americana, bluegrass, country, indie, and rock. They’re also just awesome folks!
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge
- Floyd, VA 24091
Music at the Mayberry Trading Post every Sunday, 1 PM to 3 PM/Open Jam. Everyone welcome! Mile Post 180.5 Blue Ridge Parkway. County. Still run by four generations of descendants from the original store. Built in 1892, it originally housed the Mayberry Post Office as well as a general store. Today it's still a general store and in the fall of the year on weekends it features apple butter making. Author Tom Perry will return to the Mayberry Trading Post on October 27th during Pancake Days at nearby Meadows of Dan, Virginia.
883 Mayberry Church Road
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
Shelter #4: Oct. 19, 2025, October 26, 2025. Time: 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Trees have magical qualities that provide us with many important everyday items, as well as a large portion of the oxygen we breathe. Join a ranger to discover their secrets and experience the “magic” as the ranger uses magic tricks to explain how forest products contribute to the economy, how trees heal from injury, how they grow strong to support their weight, and how long-term exposure to invasive species affects our native trees.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM -
Shelter #4. Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will head to the site. Guests will need to drive their own vehicles to the hunt site. Fairy stones found on the surface may be taken home; digging with tools for them is not allowed.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
The Meadows of Dan Ruritan Club and Meadows of Dan Fire Department hosts the 58th Annual
Pancake Days fundraiser on Sunday, October 19, 2025 and Sunday, October 26, 2025 from 7:00
AM until 7:00 PM at the Meadows of Dan Community Building.
Over 50 years ago the Meadows of Dan tradition of Pancake Days began. Enjoy all-you-can-eat
pancake meal features a selection of buttermilk pancakes, buckwheat pancakes, sausage, gravy,
and all the fixings. Both buckwheat and buttermilk pancakes have never been made from a mix.
Clara Harrell and Claudia Wood provided the original recipe that is still used today.
Prices at the door are $12.00 for adults and $6.00 for children ages twelve and under. To go plates
are $12.00 per plate. Cash and credit cards will be accepted.
To-go orders are available and Neese’s freshly ground sausage, seasoned just right, will be
available for sale, too.
Commemorative tee shirts will also be available for purchase.
The Meadows of Dan Community Building is located at 2858 Jeb Stuart Highway in Meadows of
Dan, VA.
To view the event flyer, visit: https://i.postimg.cc/V64p0tdP/image.png or
https://i.postimg.cc/ZKqZHbSs/image.png.
For more information, visit: https://www.facebook.com/MeadowsofDanRuritanClub or
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064595803423 or call 276-952-1294
Meadows of Dan Community Center - 2858 Jeb Stuart
- Meadows of Dan, VA
Visitor's Center. Oct. 19, 2025 and October 26, 2025. Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners from decades gone by. Visit the remains of two historic moonshine stills as we explore the fascinating (and sometimes tragic) history of local moonshining activities. Guests will meet an interpretive ranger at the Visitor Center, then drive to the hike location.
This hike involves steep, uneven terrain and can be difficult at times. We do not recommend bringing small children. High-top shoes, long pants, insect repellent, and a walking stick are advised.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM -
Visitor's Center: Come out of your shell and spend some time getting to know the Eastern Box Turtle. Our new animal ambassador will be making an appearance out in the park today. Come see him in person and find out what makes turtles so terrific!
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM -
Shelter #4.
Discover the “bear facts” about Fairy Stone State Park’s black bears at our ranger-led program. Learn about their characteristics, habits, how to avoid conflicts, and much more.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
Join our spooktacular hands-on Halloween workshop. You'll create a hauntingly fun candy bouquet perfect for parties, gifts, or any spooky decor! $10 supply fee (non-refundable and non-transferable). Registration required. Date: October 20th, 1:00 p.m. at the Patrick County Branch Library. 1.5-hour intermediate-level, hands-on workshop. Registration begins September 22nd and ends October 4th. For more information or to register: 276-694-3352.
Patrick County Library - 116 W Blue Ridge Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
Join the Walking Club at the Rail Trail at 9:00 a.m.
Mayo River Rail Trail - Commerce Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
Topic: Bats -
The Patrick County Library will host Storytime at 10:30 a.m.
Patrick County Library - 116 W Blue Ridge Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
Pastoral Appreciation Lunch: Join us as we honor pastors for your service to the Landmark Center and our community during Pastoral Appreciation Week on Tuesday, October 21st, 2025, at The Landmark Center Community Room, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Please RVP no later than October 17th. For more information or to rsvp, contact Lisa Martin at LMartin@TheLandmarkCTR.com or call 276-694-3050.
The Landmark Center - 227 Landmark Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. -
We are excited to host Once Upon a Blue Ridge for our fall community theatre production "The Living Storybook: The Wizard of Oz."
This production is open to actors (and aspiring actors) ages 10 and up.
Open auditions will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 21 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Star Theatre. Rehearsals begin the following evening and will be 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays.
10/22 - 10/23
10/28 - 10/30
11/4 - 11/6
11/12 - 11/13
Shows will be on Friday, Nov. 14 and Saturday, Nov. 15.
The Historic Star Theatre - 318 Patrick Avenue
- Stuart, VA 24171
Upper Beach Parking Area. October 21, 2025. Time: 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Oct. 21, 2025. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
The Orionids meteor shower is an average meteor shower producing up to 20 meteors per hour at its peak. It is produced by dust grains left behind by comet Halley, which has been observed since ancient times. It peaks in 2025 on the night of October 21st and morning of the 22nd. This is an excellent year for the Orionids. The moon will be absent all night long, leaving dark skies for what should be an excellent show. Meteors will radiate from the constellation Orion but can appear anywhere in the sky.
Guests are welcome to join a ranger in the Upper Beach Parking Area to view the night sky. We recommend chairs or blankets for stargazing during this event because of the wide-open space.
This event may be cancelled if the forecast indicates overcast skies or rain.
We strive to make our programming and special event opportunities accessible and inclusive to all. If you have any concern, please reach out to our front office to speak with a ranger or contact us through the park email address. We will attempt to accommodate all individuals or families for their unique circumstances and can do so best with advanced communication.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
9:00 AM until 11:00 AM -
Amphitheater Trailhead: Meet with a ranger and go on a guided hike along the Lakeshore Trail (0.81mi.). You are guaranteed to hear some cool information, see the beauty of nature, and learn the interesting history of Fairy Stone State Park. This one-mile hike is over steep, uneven terrain and is difficult at times.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
Join the Walking Club at the Rail Trail at 9:00 a.m.
Mayo River Rail Trail - Commerce Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
Tour the shop! Driver "meet and greet" --- Meet the Racing College Team. Have your photo taken in a race car at The Racing College of Virginia at Patrick and Henry Community College. For more information visit www.racingcollege.com or call 276-656-0356. The Racing College building is located behind Arrington Performance on 67 Motorsports Drive in Martinsville, VA.
Patrick & Henry Community College - 645 Patriot Av
- Martinsville, VA
- 276-656-0356
- www.racingcollege.com
Amphitheater Trailhead. Dates: Oct. 22, 2025, October 24, 2025, October 29, 2025 and October 31, 2025. Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Meet with a ranger and go on a guided hike along the Lakeshore Trail (0.81mi.). You are guaranteed to hear some cool information, see the beauty of nature, and learn the interesting history of Fairy Stone State Park. This one-mile hike is over steep, uneven terrain and is difficult at times.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM -
Shelter #4. Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will head to the site. Guests will need to drive their own vehicles to the hunt site. Fairy stones found on the surface may be taken home; digging with tools for them is not allowed.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
Each month we read a new story and learn about the parts of that story. We learn presentation skills and each meeting is ended with a snack. Reading Meeting for Homeschool Bookworms for ages 6+. Meet the fourth Thursday of each month at 10:30 a.m. at the Patrick County Library.
Patrick County Library - 116 W Blue Ridge Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
Thursday, October 23. The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce and Patrick & Henry Community College will hold a "How to Establish Business Credit" workshop from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Patrick County site. The cost is $15.
Patrick and Henry Community College - 212 Wood Bro
- Stuart, VA 24171
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM -
Shelter #4.
Discover the “bear facts” about Fairy Stone State Park’s black bears at our ranger-led program. Learn about their characteristics, habits, how to avoid conflicts, and much more.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
Shelter #4. Dates: Oct. 23, 2025 and October 30, 2025. Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Meet with a ranger and go on a one-mile guided hike along the Oak Hickory Trail, rated as a moderate hike. You are guaranteed to hear some cool information, see the beauty of nature, and learn the interesting history of Fairy Stone State Park.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Willis Gap Community Center Appalachian Acoustic Open Jam (every Friday night) at 144 The Hollow Road, Ararat, VA 24053, Affiliated Partner of The Crooked Road Virginia's Heritage Music Trail. A few miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway (Mabry Mill), a few miles from Meadows of Dan (Primland Auberge Resort), and a few miles from Mount Airy, NC (Mayberry) the Hometown of Andy Griffith. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for food and drinks, music, and dancing 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with acoustic instruments. We are inviting all ages and skill levels. Fresh slaw/chili hotdogs, chips, candy, cakes, popcorn, sodas, coffee, and bottled water—southern hospitality at its best. Music, dancing, food, fellowship, and family-friendly—the 50/50 drawing around 8:30 p.m. Contact info: (276-251 8548), (276 251 5436). E-mail: marhill196648@yahoo.com.
144 The Hollow Road
- Ararat, VA
9:00 AM until 11:00 AM -
Amphitheater Trailhead: Meet with a ranger and go on a guided hike along the Lakeshore Trail (0.81mi.). You are guaranteed to hear some cool information, see the beauty of nature, and learn the interesting history of Fairy Stone State Park. This one-mile hike is over steep, uneven terrain and is difficult at times.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
Upper Beach Parking Area: Oct. 24, 2025. 7:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m., and 9:00 p.m.
Walk among the 'ghosts' and 'goblins' of Fairy Stone State Park and hear some scary stories! Join the fun on this short ranger-led hike, beginning at the Upper Beach parking lot. Hikes will leave at 7 p.m., 8 p.m., and 9 p.m. Please register for your hike at the Park Office: 276-930-2424.
Fairy Stone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
Join us in activities like crafting, BINGO, learning new skills and more! Patrick County Library, Stuart, VA - Fourth Friday each month. Time: 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 Noon.
Patrick County Library - 116 W Blue Ridge Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
2:00 PM until 3:00 PM -
Visitor's Center: Come out of your shell and spend some time getting to know the Eastern Box Turtle. Our new animal ambassador will be making an appearance out in the park today. Come see him in person and find out what makes turtles so terrific!
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM -
Shelter #4: Without pollinators, people and all of Earth's terrestrial ecosystems would not survive. Our native plants and pollinators are specially adapted to support each other. Come discover the amazing connection they share and learn how we can help protect them.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
Save the Date: Two Nights of Terror. $5 entry fee. October 24th and October 25th, 2025, 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Stuart Fairground - Hooker Building. Proceeds will be split between Patrick County High School Band and The Patrick County Sheriff's Office Scholarship Fund.
Hooker Building - 420 Woodland Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
Shelters #3 and #4: Friday, Oct. 24, 2025. 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Wear your best costume and come join us at Fairy Stone State Park for a fun filled afternoon of Trunk-or-Treating. Parking for the event will be in the overflow lot directly across the street from the entrance to Shelters 3 & 4. We ask that no moving vehicles are inside the Trunk-or-Treat area itself.
If you would like to participate by handing out candy for the Trunk-or-Treat, please contact the Park Office at 276-930-2424 or fairystone@dcr.virginia.gov.
Fairy Stone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
Save the Date: Ladies Night Friday, October 24, 2025, 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Chateau Morrisette, Floyd, Virginia.
Event Types: Music, Food, Miscellaneous.
Cost: Free.
Description:
Chateau Morrisette presents their October Ladies Night on Friday, October 24, 2025.
Join us as once a month as we keep the winery open late for Ladies Only. We want to provide a family-friendly, safe, clean, welcoming place for ladies of all ages to come and unwind. You can bring friends or come to meet new ones.
We will provide light refreshments, a DJ and dance floor, and karaoke. If you prefer a quieter experience, we have tables downstairs by the bar and fire pits outside.
Admission is free.
Come be part of the experience, where you can be you.
This is a safe, fun, and free event to connect and make new friends.
Come alone and make new friends or bring your girlfriends for a fun stress-free night. It's going to be a fabulous time!
This "ladies" only event is always held the last Friday of every month.
Admission is free and ladies of all ages are welcome.
Chateau Morrisette is located at 287 Winery Road SW in Floyd, VA.
To view the event flyer, visit: https://i.postimg.cc/yxBMtkrG/image.png.
For more information, visit: https://www.thedogs.com/Events or https://www.facebook.com/chateaumorrisette or https://www.facebook.com/events/1459816775134002 or https://www.instagram.com/ourdogblue/ or call 540-593-2865.
Chateau Morrisette - 287 Winery Road
- Floyd, VA 24091
Join us Saturday, October 25th from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at I.C. Dehart Park in Woolwine for a night of trunks filled with treats. Sponsored by: Patrick County Patriots, Woolwine Community Ruritan Club and members. Hosted by Woolwine I.C. DeHart Park. These materials and the activity described are not sponsored or endorsed by the Patrick County School Board.
2631 Charity Hwy
- Woolwine, VA 24185
Saturday, October 25, 2025. PCMA's FREE October Show features The Country Boys, with special guests Tobacco Road and Twin Creeks Stringband. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. and music starts at 6:00 p.m. Join us in Stuart, VA at the Patrick County High School Auditorium. Donations to the Patrick County Music Association are appreciated.
Patrick County High School - 215 Cougar Lane
- Stuart, VA 24171
Memphis Thunder: The Last Storm Tour.
Memphis Thunder is celebrating their 10th anniversary with The Last Storm tour in 2025 — and they’re bringing the rock ‘n’ roll to The Historic Star Theatre in Stuart, VA, on Saturday, October 25!
Featuring:
Award-winning Elvis Tribute Artist Taylor Vaden on lead vocals & rhythm guitar.
Brad Ford on drums.
Todd Phillips on upright bass.
Scott Williams on lead guitar.
This authentic 1950s tribute band has been electrifying audiences for a decade, and now they’re taking the stage for their final year. Don’t miss this unforgettable night as Memphis Thunder rocks the Star Theatre one last time!
Show Details:
Saturday, October 25, 2025.
Tickets: $15.
Doors open at 7 PM | Music starts at 8 PM.
Theatre snacks, beer & wine will be available.
Get your tickets now at www.startheatreva.com
and be part of the celebration!
The Historic Star Theatre - 318 Patrick Avenue
- Stuart, VA 24171
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM -
Visitor's Center: Come out of your shell and spend some time getting to know the Eastern Box Turtle. Our new animal ambassador will be making an appearance out in the park today. Come see him in person and find out what makes turtles so terrific!
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. -
Shelter #4: Without pollinators, people and all of Earth's terrestrial ecosystems would not survive. Our native plants and pollinators are specially adapted to support each other. Come discover the amazing connection they share and learn how we can help protect them.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
Join us for a Halloween Monster Mat Making Class. $5 Supply fee. Nonrefundable, non-transferable. Registration required. Ages 18+. Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025, 11:00 a.m. Patrick County Library.
Patrick County Library - 116 W Blue Ridge Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
Saturday, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. -
IF YOUR LOOKING FOR HALLOWEEN FUN..........
OSPTs Masquerade Ball, Saturday, October 25, 2025, 6:00 pm - 10 p.m. A variety of refreshment’s and drinks/punch as well as prizes for costumes , photos, music, dance and more! Location is at the Spencer Penn Center at Spencer VA, age limit 13+ (if ages 13-18, parents MUST keep a check on them). You must have a ticket to receive your special invitation at the check-in table and that puts you in the drawing for door prizes . Tickets are $25.00 plus tax per person and are on sale on Eventbrite. So if you’re looking for something fun to do for Halloween this year mark your calendars for OSPTs Bash !!
Note you will need the special invitation ticket to enter the Ball and the only way to obtain these is to purchase your ticket on Eventbrite at the link below or contact me to see about purchasing tickets. Eventbrite: OSPT's MASQUERADE BALL Tickets, Sat. Oct 25, 2025 at 6:00 PM / Eventbrite.
Also check out other Parties in Spencer, Music events in Spencer.
Spencer Penn Centre - 475 Spencer Penn Road
- Spencer, VA 24165
Join us Saturday, October 25th from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at I.C. DeHart Park in Woolwine for a night of trunks filled with treats! I. C. DeHart Park is located at 2631 Charity Highway, Woolwine, VA. Sponsored by Patrick County Patriots, Woolwine Community, Ruritan Club and members.
I.C. DeHart Memorial Park - 2631 Charity Hwy
- Woolwine, VA 24185
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM -
Music at the Villa: Seph Custer.
We welcome back our friend, Seph Custer, a talented singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Southwest Virginia. Seph delivers high energy solo performances utilizing techniques from guitar, mandolin and bass to create a soundscape on a single instrument that rivals some 3-piece bands.
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge
- Floyd, VA 24091
You are invited to the Dan River Park's Annual Trunk or Treat, Saturday, October 25th, 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Dan River Park - Raven Rock Road
- Ararat, VA
The Paranormal Experience Investigation at The Old Stokes County Jail, Saturday, October 25th, 11:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. after the Danbury Ghost Tours. Ages 16 plus. Price $35.00. Limited Tickets Available. For tickets call 336-593-8159 or visit www.stokesarts.org.
The Old Stokes County Jail
- Danbury, NC 27016
- 336-593-8159
- www.stokesarts.org
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. -
We welcome back our friend, Seph Custer, a talented singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Southwest Virginia. Seph delivers high energy solo performances utilizing techniques from guitar, mandolin and bass to create a soundscape on a single instrument that rivals some 3-piece bands.
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge
- Floyd, VA 24091
Music at the Mayberry Trading Post every Sunday, 1 PM to 3 PM/Open Jam. Everyone welcome! Mile Post 180.5 Blue Ridge Parkway. County. Still run by four generations of descendants from the original store. Built in 1892, it originally housed the Mayberry Post Office as well as a general store. Today it's still a general store and in the fall of the year on weekends it features apple butter making. Author Tom Perry will return to the Mayberry Trading Post on October 27th during Pancake Days at nearby Meadows of Dan, Virginia.
883 Mayberry Church Road
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM -
Shelter #4. Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will head to the site. Guests will need to drive their own vehicles to the hunt site. Fairy stones found on the surface may be taken home; digging with tools for them is not allowed.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM -
Visitor's Center: Come out of your shell and spend some time getting to know the Eastern Box Turtle. Our new animal ambassador will be making an appearance out in the park today. Come see him in person and find out what makes turtles so terrific!
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Willis Gap Community Center Golden Oldies Rock and Roll Open Jam, (last Tuesday each month) at 144 The Hollow Road, Ararat, VA 24053. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. for food and drink, music, and dancing from 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. of the '50s, '60s, and '70s, Inviting all ages and skill levels. Fresh slaw/chili hotdogs—chips, candy, cakes, popcorn, sodas, coffee, and bottled water. Family-friendly. Dancing is permitted. 50/50 drawing around 8:30 p.m. Contact info: (276-251-8548) (276-251-5436).
144 The Hollow Road
- Ararat, VA
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM -
Shelter #4. Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will head to the site. Guests will need to drive their own vehicles to the hunt site. Fairy stones found on the surface may be taken home; digging with tools for them is not allowed.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
Join the Walking Club at the Rail Trail at 9:00 a.m.
Mayo River Rail Trail - Commerce Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
Topic: Halloween -
The Patrick County Library will host Storytime at 10:30 a.m.
Patrick County Library - 116 W Blue Ridge Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
8:00 AM -
Turning Vision into Action: Stories and Strategies for Impact.
Date: Tuesday, OCT. 28, 2025.
Register Now: bit.ly/wiv2025.
The Women Impact Virginia Series will aim to advance leaders in Virginia. Each event will promote connections, engagement and empowerment of attendees who feel a desire to impact their community.
The Women Impact Virginia Summit will feature a range of speakers sharing stories of personal success and struggle along with tips and tools for building confidence and influence at work. Attendees should expect to learn about ways leadership impacts the larger collective, effective communication strategies, how to better address work/life balance, the changing landscape, and transferable skills that can help in any challenge.
Women Impact Virginia is a collaboration between several Virginia Tech Outreach and International Affairs units including the Commonwealth Campus Centers in Richmond, Roanoke, Newport News, and Abingdon, and the Reynolds Homestead in Patrick County.
All who are seeking to grow personally or professionally are welcomed. Learn from these powerful speakers and their unique perspectives; there's something for everyone at the Women Impact Virginia Summit.
Get updates in your inbox: https://t.send.vt.edu/lp/oia-reynolds-women-subscribe.
Institute for Advanced Learning and Research - 150
- Danville, Virginia
9:00 AM until 11:00 AM -
Amphitheater Trailhead: Meet with a ranger and go on a guided hike along the Lakeshore Trail (0.81mi.). You are guaranteed to hear some cool information, see the beauty of nature, and learn the interesting history of Fairy Stone State Park. This one-mile hike is over steep, uneven terrain and is difficult at times.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM -
Shelter #4. Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will head to the site. Guests will need to drive their own vehicles to the hunt site. Fairy stones found on the surface may be taken home; digging with tools for them is not allowed.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM -
Shelter #4: Did you know that coyotes are not naturally native to Virginia? Enjoy a ranger-led discussion and presentation about this efficient predator. Learn about their habits, their capabilities, and how they got here. Hint: It's not how you think!
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
Join the Walking Club at the Rail Trail at 9:00 a.m.
Mayo River Rail Trail - Commerce Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM -
Shelter #4. Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will head to the site. Guests will need to drive their own vehicles to the hunt site. Fairy stones found on the surface may be taken home; digging with tools for them is not allowed.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
2:00 PM until 3:00 PM -
Shelter #4.
Discover the “bear facts” about Fairy Stone State Park’s black bears at our ranger-led program. Learn about their characteristics, habits, how to avoid conflicts, and much more.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Willis Gap Community Center Appalachian Acoustic Open Jam (every Friday night) at 144 The Hollow Road, Ararat, VA 24053, Affiliated Partner of The Crooked Road Virginia's Heritage Music Trail. A few miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway (Mabry Mill), a few miles from Meadows of Dan (Primland Auberge Resort), and a few miles from Mount Airy, NC (Mayberry) the Hometown of Andy Griffith. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for food and drinks, music, and dancing 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with acoustic instruments. We are inviting all ages and skill levels. Fresh slaw/chili hotdogs, chips, candy, cakes, popcorn, sodas, coffee, and bottled water—southern hospitality at its best. Music, dancing, food, fellowship, and family-friendly—the 50/50 drawing around 8:30 p.m. Contact info: (276-251 8548), (276 251 5436). E-mail: marhill196648@yahoo.com.
144 The Hollow Road
- Ararat, VA
9:00 AM until 11:00 AM -
Amphitheater Trailhead: Meet with a ranger and go on a guided hike along the Lakeshore Trail (0.81mi.). You are guaranteed to hear some cool information, see the beauty of nature, and learn the interesting history of Fairy Stone State Park. This one-mile hike is over steep, uneven terrain and is difficult at times.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
Save the Date! One Family Productions will host Stuart Spooktacular on Friday, October 31st from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. uptown Stuart - Main Street.
Stuart Spooktacular is held Halloween night on Main Street in Stuart and runs from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Main Street will be closed to thru traffic beginning at 4 pm at the latest. Vendors may drive in to unload booth materials, but cars MUST be removed from Main Street no later than 4:30 pm. Vendors are asked to be set up by 5:00 pm. Those interested in selling goods should reach out to One Family Productions for consideration. Businesses wishing to hand out candy, please register online: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBbQwdwpStewI231D_NyU1r4BwJ6a9NbQLW5IZ88sy0NF2sw/viewform
Have questions? Give us a call at 276-694-6012 or email at director@patrickchamber.com.
Uptown Stuart - Main Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM -
Shelter #4. Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will head to the site. Guests will need to drive their own vehicles to the hunt site. Fairy stones found on the surface may be taken home; digging with tools for them is not allowed.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-930-2424
The Landmark Center will host their Halloween program for ages 12 and under on Friday October 31st, 2025, 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Haunted House, Trick-or-Treat for the youngsters. Join us.
The Landmark Center - 227 Landmark Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM -
Visitor's Center: Come out of your shell and spend some time getting to know the Eastern Box Turtle. Our new animal ambassador will be making an appearance out in the park today. Come see him in person and find out what makes turtles so terrific!
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM -
Shelter #4: Without pollinators, people and all of Earth's terrestrial ecosystems would not survive. Our native plants and pollinators are specially adapted to support each other. Come discover the amazing connection they share and learn how we can help protect them.
Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
Monday Market at Fairy Stone State Park, Mondays, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at picnic shelters 3 & 4.
Fairy Stone State Park, 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts BINGO night on the third Saturday of each month. Doors open at 5pm, and games begin at 6pm. Concessions are available. Proceeds help fund our scholarships and other community service projects throughout the year. The Ararat Ruritan Club is located at 4711 Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA.
JEB Stuart Rescue Squad Community Breakfast -- first Saturday of the month.
JEB Stuart Rescue Squad Community Bldg
Live music Saturdays and wood-fired pizza Sundays will begin again in May 2026 (weather permitting).
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge
- Floyd, VA
DMV Select will be open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. This office will be closed for lunch from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Additional questions, call 276-952-8815.
County Administration Building
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Red Rooster Amusement Park and Cafe, located at 2741 Friends Mission Road in Ararat, VA will re-open in April. It will offer an array of classic family rides that are for everyone in the family -- enjoy the joy of the Allan Hershel carousal, take flight on the sky-fighter jets, or ride the Sun and Moon kids ferris wheel. Fair type games will bring laughter to your day. The park and cafe is situated at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy the sights at the rustic farmhouse, barns and an old post office turned restaurnat. Encounter friendly animals like goats and turkey, explore walking trails, and more. Check out www.redroosteramusementpark.com for more details of the reopening.
The Red Rooster Amusement Park and Cafe -2741 Frie
- Ararat, VA
A local support group formed to provide guidance and encouragement to breast cancer survivors meets the first Thursday of every month from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Therapy Direct in Stuart, VA. For those interested in joining the breast cancer support group, visit Facebook Messenger or by email at owens2125@msn.com.
The Ararat Ruritan Club will hold Rook games every Monday night from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts the Mobile Food Pantry the last Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
Ararat Ruritan Club - 4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
Whether you are a teacher, homeschool instructor, club sponsor, or anything in between, we are inviting you to plan your groups' next field trip to Fairy Stone State Park. Rangers may also be able to provide an outreach program at your school or organization! Request a Program Today! 800-933-7275 or visit www.virginiastateparks.gov.
Fairy Stone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
Reynolds Homestead Home Tours every Sunday from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Reynolds Homestead, 463 Homestead Lane
- Critz, VA 24082
- 1-276-694-7181
- www.reynoldshomestead.vt.edu
Email for more information.
4th Sunday of every month - Cars and Coffee Cruise In, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Primitive Coffee, Antique Market and Bakery is open 7 days a week, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Primitive Coffee - 2577 JEB Stuart Hwy
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
The Patrick County Quilters' Sit-N-Sew is held on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Quilted Colors. For more information, call 276-694-3020 or email patrickcountyquilters@gmail.com
107 N Main Street - Uptown Stuart
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Spencer Penn Centre will host the Farmers' market on Thursdays, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., under the pavilion. Enjoy fresh produce and local crafts.
Spencer Penn Centre - 475 Spencer Penn Road
- Spencer, VA
- 276-957-5757
Come join us for Tuesday Music at the Coffee Break. Host: Denny Alley, PCMA. Tuesday mornings, 8:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
The Coffee Break - 111 N Main Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Spencer Penn Centre will host Chair Aerobics with Judi Perrin on Tuesdays at 9:00 a.m. This is a 45-minute exercise class which promotes strength building and fun! $5.00 fee per individual.
Spencer Penn Centre - 475 Spencer Penn Road
- Spencer, VA
- 276-957-5757
- Spencer, VA
Mabry Mill Update for 2025: The Mabry Mill restaurant is not operating in 2025, but the historic mill grounds have reopened after a significant roof replacement completed in August 2025. The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking a new concessionaire to operate the restaurant and gift shop, with new services expected to begin in January 2026. In the meantime, visitors can explore the historic mill, watch demonstrations like blacksmithing and weaving, and enjoy music on select Sundays. Status of the restaurant: Closed for 2025: The restaurant is not open for the 2025 season. New concession contract: The NPS is re-soliciting a concession contract to provide food, beverage, and retail services. Proposals are due soon, and a new operator is expected to be in place for services beginning January 1, 2026. Hope for reopening: The community and visitors hope for a restaurant to open soon, as it was a major tourism driver.
The "Lord's Acre" in Stuart, VA, refers to the annual Lord's Acre Sale, a community-wide, nondenominational fundraiser held by local churches. The event features sales of homemade goods, crafts, and produce to support community projects like the Penny House (temporary housing for natural disaster victims) and other local outreach initiatives. The sale typically takes place on the fourth Saturday of September at the Stuart Rotary Building.
Rotary Building - Woodland Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
Villa Appalaccia will host live music Saturdays and Wood Fired Pizza on Sundays beginning in May 2026. Watch for calendar updates in 2026.
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge Road
- Floyd, VA 24091
Pizza and Live Music at the Villa!
Live music Saturdays and wood-fired pizza Sundays are back! (weather provided) We'll continue both through October or until Mother Nature allows!
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge
- Floyd, VA 24091
Pizza and Live Music at the Villa!
Live music Saturdays and wood-fired pizza Sundays are back! (weather provided) We'll continue both through October or until Mother Nature allows!
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge
- Floyd, VA 24091
Calling all entrepreneurs! Don’t miss the RISE Regional Innovation Summit for Entrepreneurs on Saturday, November 1 at the Institute for Advanced Learning & Research in Danville, VA. This full-day event brings together entrepreneurs, small business owners, and innovators for dynamic speakers, interactive workshops, and valuable resources. You'll learn about capital access, marketing, finance, and more.
Ticket Prices:
Super Early Bird: $45 (available through August 25)
Early Bird: $55 (August 26 – September 25)
Regular: $65 (September 26 – October 15)
All tickets include access to sessions, lunch, refreshments, and exclusive swag.
Learn more & register now: sovarise.com/summit
Institute for Advanced Learning & Research-150 Sla
- Danville, VA
Saturday, 1:00 PM until -
Blue Ridge/Red Bank School Reunion.
Location: Ararat Ruritan Club Building, 4711 Ararat Hwy, Ararat, VA 24053.
Date: Saturday, November 1,2025 from 1 pm until….
Anyone who attended, worked or taught Blue Ridge Elementary or High School along with Red Bank School are invited to come and reunite with classmates and teachers. The event is Free.
Donations will be accepted for the Perry Family Scholarship. Anyone with photos, annuals, or stories is encouraged to bring their items for display. Erie Meredith Perry was a teacher or principal at both schools from the 1960s until 1988,
Donations are welcome for the Perry Family Scholarship, which has donated $4,000 to Patrick County High School Seniors in memory of Erie Meredith and Betty Hobbs Perry.
The Ararat Ruritan Club and the Perry Family Scholarship sponsor all these events.
Learn about the Ararat Ruritan Club https://www.facebook.com/AraratRuritanClub
Perry Family Scholarship https://www.facebook.com/perryscholarship.
Ararat Ruritan Club - 4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA 24053
The Stokes County Arts Council will host the Holiday Ornament Series - Sashiko Bird Ornament with Theresa Reid on Saturday, November 1st, 12:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at The Arts Place of Stokes, 502 Main Street, Danbury, NC 27016. Cost: $22 per person. Learn the art of Sashiko, Japan's most iconic embroidery technique. Colorful fabrics and threads will come together in a festive ornament perfect for the holidays. For more information, call 336-593-8159 or visit www.stokesarts.org.
The Arts Place of Stokes - 502 Main Street
- Danbury, NC 27016
- 336-593-8159
- www.stokesarts.org
Email for more information.
Saturday, November 1, 2025: Stokes County Arts Council presents Rocking the Rock at hanging Rock State Park Visitor's Center Parking Lot, 1790 Hanging Rock Park Road, Danbury, NC 27016. Bands Performing: Men in Black (11 a.m.); XCENTRIX (1 p.m.) and Mean Street (3 p.m.). Food Truck on site: Kinder's Kitchen. Bring a chair or blanket. For more information call 336-593-8159 or visit www.stokesarts.org.
Hanging Rock State Park - 1790 Hanging Rock Park R
- Danbury, NC 27016
- 336-593-8159
- www.stokesarts.org
The Stokes County Arts Council is pleased to announce the opening of a “Forsyth Tech Community College Student Art Exhibition” in the Apple Gallery. A meet and greet is scheduled for Friday, October 10, 2025, from 6:00pm-7:30pm at the Stokes County Arts Council, 500 Main Street Danbury, NC.
This exhibit includes approximately 50 original works including sculpture, drawing, paintings, and more. Artists in the exhibit are current students of Forsyth Tech’s Associate in Fine Arts-Visual Art program.
Dr. Cristy Lynn Brown, Program Coordinator of Fine Arts at Forsyth Technical Community College was the coordinator of this collaboration and exhibit and worked closely with our Visual Arts Chair. Professor Jason Lancaster, and AFA students from his Visual Art Portfolio course, matted and framed the work and installed the show. For more information on the Associate of Fine Arts program at Forsyth Technical Community College, visit https://www.forsythtech.edu/courses-programs/degrees/programs-a-z/associate-in-
fine-arts/.
This exhibit will be on display October 1-November 15, 2025, the Apple Gallery. The Stokes County Arts Council is open to the public Monday through Friday, 9:00am-6:00pm, Saturday, 10:00a.m.-6:00p.m. and Sunday 12:00pm-6:00pm. For additional information about the exhibit, please contact the Stokes County Arts Council at (336) 593-8159 or visit www.stokesarts.org.
The Arts Place of Stokes - 502 Main Street
- Danbury, NC 27016
- 336-593-8159
Email for more information.
November 01, 2025 @ Time TBA
Get ready for Chamber of Commerce Day at Lane Stadium as Virginia Tech Football faces Louisville on November 1st! Get your tickets today and join us for a memorable day at Lane Stadium cheering on your Virginia Tech Hokies!
TICKET INFORMATION:
Seat locations will be in the Upper East Stands in Section 232.
Looking for premium seating availability? Reach out to Joe Wagner at jwagner@hokies.vt.edu for more information.
QUESTIONS?
Email Joe Wagner at jwagner@hokies.vt.edu or call/text directly at 540-231-5554.
NOTE: Chamber of Commerce Day ticket purchases are special offers that include discount pricing and certain other benefits. Tickets from Chamber of Commerce Day are not eligible for resale. If Virginia Tech Athletics determines, in its sole discretion, that any buyer purchases tickets in a special offer with the intent to resell those tickets, the ticket purchase may be canceled and refunded to the buyer. Please contact Joe Wagner for more information.
No refunds or exchanges are permitted if the game is played.
Virginia Tech Lane Stadium
- Blacksburg, Virginia
11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. -
Save the Date: November 1-2, 2025, 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Sinkland Farms 3rd Annual Wine Festival is scheduled for November 1-2, 2025, from 11am to 5pm. This event will take place during the closing weekend of the Pumpkin Festival and includes wine tastings from Virginia wineries and distilleries, along with various activities for the whole family. The festival will feature a 5-acre corn maze, hayrides to the pumpkin patch, live music, food trucks, farm animals, and a kids zone with activities like a giant jump pad, ropes course, and spider climber. Admission is included in the festival ticket price, and there are options for tasting tickets and non-tasting tickets available. The festival promises a weekend filled with entertainment, relaxation, and the opportunity to enjoy Virginia wines. Villa Appalaccia will be there their wines, along with other wine vendors.
Sinkland Farms - 3060 River Road
- Christiansburg, VA
- www.sinklandfarms.com
Music at the Mayberry Trading Post every Sunday, 1 PM to 3 PM/Open Jam. Everyone welcome! Mile Post 180.5 Blue Ridge Parkway. County. Still run by four generations of descendants from the original store. Built in 1892, it originally housed the Mayberry Post Office as well as a general store. Today it's still a general store and in the fall of the year on weekends it features apple butter making. Author Tom Perry will return to the Mayberry Trading Post on October 27th during Pancake Days at nearby Meadows of Dan, Virginia.
883 Mayberry Church Road
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
The Patrick County Library Silent Book Club is the first Tuesday of the month, 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Upcoming dates: November 6th and December 4th, 2025.
Patrick County Library - Blue Ridge Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Willis Gap Community Center Appalachian Acoustic Open Jam (every Friday night) at 144 The Hollow Road, Ararat, VA 24053, Affiliated Partner of The Crooked Road Virginia's Heritage Music Trail. A few miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway (Mabry Mill), a few miles from Meadows of Dan (Primland Auberge Resort), and a few miles from Mount Airy, NC (Mayberry) the Hometown of Andy Griffith. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for food and drinks, music, and dancing 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with acoustic instruments. We are inviting all ages and skill levels. Fresh slaw/chili hotdogs, chips, candy, cakes, popcorn, sodas, coffee, and bottled water—southern hospitality at its best. Music, dancing, food, fellowship, and family-friendly—the 50/50 drawing around 8:30 p.m. Contact info: (276-251 8548), (276 251 5436). E-mail: marhill196648@yahoo.com.
144 The Hollow Road
- Ararat, VA
Join us at the Stuart Farmer's Market every Friday, 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon for seasonal vegetables, fruits, arts and crafts, baked goods, jams and jellies and much more.
Stuart Farmer's Market - 320 Chestnut Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
Timber Cruising for Woodland Owners offered at the Reynolds Homestead in collaboration with: Virginia Department of Forestry, US Forest Service, Forest Stewardship, Sustainable Forestry Initiative Virginia, Virginia Tech College of Natural Resources and Environment, Virginia Cooperative Extension, Virginia Forestry Association, and Virginia Tree Farm Foundation.
Date: November 7, 2025.
Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Cost: $45/person.
This hands-on class will help woodland owners understand various management decisions such as: selling timber, enrolling in carbon markets, valuing an estate, and establishing a tax basis.
Learn more and enroll:
forestupdate.frec.vt.edu/eventscalendar.
forestupdate.frec.vt.edu/onlineregistration.
Reynolds Homestead - 463 Homestead Lane
- Critz, VA 24082
- 276-694-7181
- www.reynoldshomestead.com
Friday, November 7, 2025, 6:30 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Ballroom Dance Lessons at Chateau Morrisette.
Join us for Ballroom Dance Lessons in the William Morrisette Room on Friday, November 7, 2025. No partner or experience necessary! Get moving, learn some new steps, and meet new friends. This is a fun event for people of all ages and abilities. Entrance fee is $5 per person. $10 for a family. 100% of proceeds go to a therapeutic riding program for children and adults with special needs.
Chateau Morrisette - 287 Winery Road
- Fl
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 7:00 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. Get ready to dance the night away when Music Road Co returns to the Star Theatre on Saturday, November 8th, 2025!
This powerhouse band blends funk, rock, island reggae, afrobeat, and Latin grooves into a one-of-a-kind sound that’s guaranteed to get you moving. With a dynamic stage presence and feel-good vibes, Music Road Co will lift the whole room to a higher frequency and keep the energy flowing all night long!
Your favorite theatre snacks plus beer & wine will be available for purchase.
Doors open at 7 PM | Music starts at 8 PM
Tickets are $15 and on sale now at www.startheatreva.com
The Historic Star Theatre - 318 Patrick Avenue
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Veterans Day Parade is Saturday, November 8, 2025. Parade starts at 1:00 p.m. Lineup begins at noon near Moody Funeral Services on Wood Brothers Drive, with registration at the Stuart Fire Department parking lot. Veterans Day Program will be held at the Hooker Building around 2:00 p.m. Grand Marshals: Turner Thompson, 100, U.S. Army veteran from Ararat and Peter Kooper, 100, Dutch Army veteran with local family ties. Free participation. Open to all veterans, active-duty service members, family members, and those connected to veterans. Event will be livestreamed on Facebook: Patrick County Veterans Parade and Program. See Patrick County Veterans Facebook for more details.
Downtown Stuart
- Stuart, VA 24171
Reynolds Homestead to host annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair on November 8, 2025, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Reynolds Homestead Community Engagement Center.
Cost: Free and open to the public
Vendor applications are now being accepted for the Holiday Arts & Crafts Show.
APPLY HERE: bit.ly/hacs2025
Support local crafters, artisans, and producers by shopping the Reynolds Homestead Holiday Arts & Crafts Show. Over two dozen vendors will be set up with a variety of items.
Email mtgilbert68@vt.edu with questions, or call the center: 276-694-7181 ext. 22.
Reynolds Homestead -463 Homestead Lane
- Critz, VA 24082
Save the Date: The Patrick County Music Association presents Harrison Ridge, the Veteran's Appreciation Show, at the Patrick County High School on November 8th, 6:00 p.m.
Patrick County High School - Cougar Lane
- Stuart, VA 24171
Join us for Gold and Midnight Blue Roaring 20s Anniversary Gala on November 8, 2025. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Admission by ticket only. Ticket pre-sale begins Friday, August 15th. Dinner, Drinks, Silent Auction and More! Dress in your finest roaring 20s attire. Dinner, drinks, money draw, silent auction and more. Location: Lester Banquet Hall, 475 Spencer-Penn Road, Spencer, VA 24165. Sponsored by Lawless Welding, Triangle Electric Corporation, Valley Star Credit Union, and Vipperman AC Refrigeration LLC. Tickets available now.
Spencer Penn Centre - 475 Spencer Penn Road
- Spencer, VA 24165
- 276-957-5757
Saturday, November 8, 2025. PCMA's FREE November Show celebrates our Veterans. Featured performers are Harrison Ridge, with special guests Starlett & Big John. Please bring some canned goods to help stock the Patrick County Food Bank.
Doors open at 5:00 p.m. and music starts at 6:00 p.m. Join us in Stuart, VA at the Patrick County High School Auditorium. Donations to the Patrick County Music Association are appreciated.
Patrick County High School Auditorium
- Stuart, VA 24171
Music at the Mayberry Trading Post every Sunday, 1 PM to 3 PM/Open Jam. Everyone welcome! Mile Post 180.5 Blue Ridge Parkway. County. Still run by four generations of descendants from the original store. Built in 1892, it originally housed the Mayberry Post Office as well as a general store. Today it's still a general store and in the fall of the year on weekends it features apple butter making. Author Tom Perry will return to the Mayberry Trading Post on October 27th during Pancake Days at nearby Meadows of Dan, Virginia.
883 Mayberry Church Road
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
Save the Dates: One Family Productions presents Dirk Quinn Band at The Historic Star Theatre on November 11th and November 12th, 2025. More Information Forthcoming.
The Historic Star Theatre - 318 Patrick Avenue
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Willis Gap Community Center Appalachian Acoustic Open Jam (every Friday night) at 144 The Hollow Road, Ararat, VA 24053, Affiliated Partner of The Crooked Road Virginia's Heritage Music Trail. A few miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway (Mabry Mill), a few miles from Meadows of Dan (Primland Auberge Resort), and a few miles from Mount Airy, NC (Mayberry) the Hometown of Andy Griffith. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for food and drinks, music, and dancing 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with acoustic instruments. We are inviting all ages and skill levels. Fresh slaw/chili hotdogs, chips, candy, cakes, popcorn, sodas, coffee, and bottled water—southern hospitality at its best. Music, dancing, food, fellowship, and family-friendly—the 50/50 drawing around 8:30 p.m. Contact info: (276-251 8548), (276 251 5436). E-mail: marhill196648@yahoo.com.
144 The Hollow Road
- Ararat, VA
SAVE THE DATES: FA25 Patrick County Entrepreneural Workshop Course Offerings: Excel for Business {To be rescheduled-Date Forthcoming); Smartphone Video Advertisement {Wed, Sept. 24, 12:00-2:00 pm}; Taking your Social Media to the Next Level {Thurs, Oct. 9, 12:00-1:00 pm}, How to Establish Business Credit
{Thurs, Oct. 23, 12:00-1:00 pm}; Billing Customers {Tues, Nov. 11, 12:00-1:00pm}. Students must provide their email address when registering for the course to be added to the Google Classroom. Please bring your laptop computer for instructional purposes. Pre-Registration Required. For more information: ph.augusoft.net or call 276-656-5461.
P&HCC - Stuart Campus - 212 Wood Brothers Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-656-5461
The Gypsy Hollingsworth Fiber Arts Program Holiday Applique Ornament with Debbie French at The Arts Place of Stokes, 502 Main Street, Danbury, NC 27016, Saturday, November 15, 2025, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Cost: $18 per person. Learn how to do wool applique using a blanket stich and create a delightful stocking ornament perfect for the holidays. For more information, please call 336-593-8159 or visit www.stokesarts.org.
The Arts Place of Stokes - 502 Main Street
- Danbury, NC 27016
- 336-593-8159
- www.stokesarts.org
Email for more information.
Music at the Mayberry Trading Post every Sunday, 1 PM to 3 PM/Open Jam. Everyone welcome! Mile Post 180.5 Blue Ridge Parkway. County. Still run by four generations of descendants from the original store. Built in 1892, it originally housed the Mayberry Post Office as well as a general store. Today it's still a general store and in the fall of the year on weekends it features apple butter making. Author Tom Perry will return to the Mayberry Trading Post on October 27th during Pancake Days at nearby Meadows of Dan, Virginia.
883 Mayberry Church Road
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
The Willis Gap Community Center Appalachian Acoustic Open Jam (every Friday night) at 144 The Hollow Road, Ararat, VA 24053, Affiliated Partner of The Crooked Road Virginia's Heritage Music Trail. A few miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway (Mabry Mill), a few miles from Meadows of Dan (Primland Auberge Resort), and a few miles from Mount Airy, NC (Mayberry) the Hometown of Andy Griffith. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for food and drinks, music, and dancing 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with acoustic instruments. We are inviting all ages and skill levels. Fresh slaw/chili hotdogs, chips, candy, cakes, popcorn, sodas, coffee, and bottled water—southern hospitality at its best. Music, dancing, food, fellowship, and family-friendly—the 50/50 drawing around 8:30 p.m. Contact info: (276-251 8548), (276 251 5436). E-mail: marhill196648@yahoo.com.
144 The Hollow Road
- Ararat, VA
Music at the Mayberry Trading Post every Sunday, 1 PM to 3 PM/Open Jam. Everyone welcome! Mile Post 180.5 Blue Ridge Parkway. County. Still run by four generations of descendants from the original store. Built in 1892, it originally housed the Mayberry Post Office as well as a general store. Today it's still a general store and in the fall of the year on weekends it features apple butter making. Author Tom Perry will return to the Mayberry Trading Post on October 27th during Pancake Days at nearby Meadows of Dan, Virginia.
883 Mayberry Church Road
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
The Willis Gap Community Center Golden Oldies Rock and Roll Open Jam, (last Tuesday each month) at 144 The Hollow Road, Ararat, VA 24053. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. for food and drink, music, and dancing from 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. of the '50s, '60s, and '70s, Inviting all ages and skill levels. Fresh slaw/chili hotdogs—chips, candy, cakes, popcorn, sodas, coffee, and bottled water. Family-friendly. Dancing is permitted. 50/50 drawing around 8:30 p.m. Contact info: (276-251-8548) (276-251-5436).
144 The Hollow Road
- Ararat, VA
The Willis Gap Community Center Appalachian Acoustic Open Jam (every Friday night) at 144 The Hollow Road, Ararat, VA 24053, Affiliated Partner of The Crooked Road Virginia's Heritage Music Trail. A few miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway (Mabry Mill), a few miles from Meadows of Dan (Primland Auberge Resort), and a few miles from Mount Airy, NC (Mayberry) the Hometown of Andy Griffith. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for food and drinks, music, and dancing 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with acoustic instruments. We are inviting all ages and skill levels. Fresh slaw/chili hotdogs, chips, candy, cakes, popcorn, sodas, coffee, and bottled water—southern hospitality at its best. Music, dancing, food, fellowship, and family-friendly—the 50/50 drawing around 8:30 p.m. Contact info: (276-251 8548), (276 251 5436). E-mail: marhill196648@yahoo.com.
144 The Hollow Road
- Ararat, VA
The 16th Annual Meadows of Dan Christmas Parade is tentatively set for Saturday, November 29th, 3:00 p.m. Line up at 2:30 p.m. More information forthcoming.
- Meadows of Dan, VA
Music at the Mayberry Trading Post every Sunday, 1 PM to 3 PM/Open Jam. Everyone welcome! Mile Post 180.5 Blue Ridge Parkway. County. Still run by four generations of descendants from the original store. Built in 1892, it originally housed the Mayberry Post Office as well as a general store. Today it's still a general store and in the fall of the year on weekends it features apple butter making. Author Tom Perry will return to the Mayberry Trading Post on October 27th during Pancake Days at nearby Meadows of Dan, Virginia.
883 Mayberry Church Road
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts BINGO night on the third Saturday of each month. Doors open at 5pm, and games begin at 6pm. Concessions are available. Proceeds help fund our scholarships and other community service projects throughout the year. The Ararat Ruritan Club is located at 4711 Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA.
The Red Rooster Amusement Park and Cafe, located at 2741 Friends Mission Road in Ararat, VA will re-open in April. It will offer an array of classic family rides that are for everyone in the family -- enjoy the joy of the Allan Hershel carousal, take flight on the sky-fighter jets, or ride the Sun and Moon kids ferris wheel. Fair type games will bring laughter to your day. The park and cafe is situated at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy the sights at the rustic farmhouse, barns and an old post office turned restaurnat. Encounter friendly animals like goats and turkey, explore walking trails, and more. Check out www.redroosteramusementpark.com for more details of the reopening.
The Red Rooster Amusement Park and Cafe -2741 Frie
- Ararat, VA
DMV Select will be open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. This office will be closed for lunch from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Additional questions, call 276-952-8815.
County Administration Building
- Stuart, VA 24171
JEB Stuart Rescue Squad Community Breakfast -- first Saturday of the month.
JEB Stuart Rescue Squad Community Bldg
A local support group formed to provide guidance and encouragement to breast cancer survivors meets the first Thursday of every month from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Therapy Direct in Stuart, VA. For those interested in joining the breast cancer support group, visit Facebook Messenger or by email at owens2125@msn.com.
The Ararat Ruritan Club will hold Rook games every Monday night from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
4th Sunday of every month - Cars and Coffee Cruise In, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Primitive Coffee, Antique Market and Bakery is open 7 days a week, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Primitive Coffee - 2577 JEB Stuart Hwy
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts the Mobile Food Pantry the last Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
Ararat Ruritan Club - 4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
Reynolds Homestead Home Tours every Sunday from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Reynolds Homestead, 463 Homestead Lane
- Critz, VA 24082
- 1-276-694-7181
- www.reynoldshomestead.vt.edu
Email for more information.
The Patrick County Quilters' Sit-N-Sew is held on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Quilted Colors. For more information, call 276-694-3020 or email patrickcountyquilters@gmail.com
107 N Main Street - Uptown Stuart
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Spencer Penn Centre will host the Farmers' market on Thursdays, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., under the pavilion. Enjoy fresh produce and local crafts.
Spencer Penn Centre - 475 Spencer Penn Road
- Spencer, VA
- 276-957-5757
Mabry Mill Update for 2025: The Mabry Mill restaurant is not operating in 2025, but the historic mill grounds have reopened after a significant roof replacement completed in August 2025. The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking a new concessionaire to operate the restaurant and gift shop, with new services expected to begin in January 2026. In the meantime, visitors can explore the historic mill, watch demonstrations like blacksmithing and weaving, and enjoy music on select Sundays. Status of the restaurant: Closed for 2025: The restaurant is not open for the 2025 season. New concession contract: The NPS is re-soliciting a concession contract to provide food, beverage, and retail services. Proposals are due soon, and a new operator is expected to be in place for services beginning January 1, 2026. Hope for reopening: The community and visitors hope for a restaurant to open soon, as it was a major tourism driver.
Come join us for Tuesday Music at the Coffee Break. Host: Denny Alley, PCMA. Tuesday mornings, 8:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
The Coffee Break - 111 N Main Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Spencer Penn Centre will host Chair Aerobics with Judi Perrin on Tuesdays at 9:00 a.m. This is a 45-minute exercise class which promotes strength building and fun! $5.00 fee per individual.
Spencer Penn Centre - 475 Spencer Penn Road
- Spencer, VA
- 276-957-5757
- Spencer, VA
Villa Appalaccia will host live music Saturdays and Wood Fired Pizza on Sundays beginning in May 2026. Watch for calendar updates in 2026.
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge Road
- Floyd, VA 24091
Pizza and Live Music at the Villa!
Live music Saturdays and wood-fired pizza Sundays are back! (weather provided) We'll continue both through October or until Mother Nature allows!
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge
- Floyd, VA 24091
Pizza and Live Music at the Villa!
Live music Saturdays and wood-fired pizza Sundays are back! (weather provided) We'll continue both through October or until Mother Nature allows!
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge
- Floyd, VA 24091
The Willis Gap Community Center Appalachian Acoustic Open Jam (every Friday night) at 144 The Hollow Road, Ararat, VA 24053, Affiliated Partner of The Crooked Road Virginia's Heritage Music Trail. A few miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway (Mabry Mill), a few miles from Meadows of Dan (Primland Auberge Resort), and a few miles from Mount Airy, NC (Mayberry) the Hometown of Andy Griffith. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for food and drinks, music, and dancing 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with acoustic instruments. We are inviting all ages and skill levels. Fresh slaw/chili hotdogs, chips, candy, cakes, popcorn, sodas, coffee, and bottled water—southern hospitality at its best. Music, dancing, food, fellowship, and family-friendly—the 50/50 drawing around 8:30 p.m. Contact info: (276-251 8548), (276 251 5436). E-mail: marhill196648@yahoo.com.
144 The Hollow Road
- Ararat, VA
The Mistletoe Market is a holiday tradition at the Stuart Farmers' Market, scheduled for Saturday, December 6th, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Stay up to date with all of our market offerings on Facebook.
Stuart Farmers' Market - 320 Chestnut Road
- Stuart, VA 24171
Save the Date: One Family Productions will host the annual Patrick County Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 6, 2025, 2:00 p.m. More information forthcoming.
- Stuart, VA
Music at the Mayberry Trading Post every Sunday, 1 PM to 3 PM/Open Jam. Everyone welcome! Mile Post 180.5 Blue Ridge Parkway. County. Still run by four generations of descendants from the original store. Built in 1892, it originally housed the Mayberry Post Office as well as a general store. Today it's still a general store and in the fall of the year on weekends it features apple butter making. Author Tom Perry will return to the Mayberry Trading Post on October 27th during Pancake Days at nearby Meadows of Dan, Virginia.
883 Mayberry Church Road
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
The Willis Gap Community Center Appalachian Acoustic Open Jam (every Friday night) at 144 The Hollow Road, Ararat, VA 24053, Affiliated Partner of The Crooked Road Virginia's Heritage Music Trail. A few miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway (Mabry Mill), a few miles from Meadows of Dan (Primland Auberge Resort), and a few miles from Mount Airy, NC (Mayberry) the Hometown of Andy Griffith. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for food and drinks, music, and dancing 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with acoustic instruments. We are inviting all ages and skill levels. Fresh slaw/chili hotdogs, chips, candy, cakes, popcorn, sodas, coffee, and bottled water—southern hospitality at its best. Music, dancing, food, fellowship, and family-friendly—the 50/50 drawing around 8:30 p.m. Contact info: (276-251 8548), (276 251 5436). E-mail: marhill196648@yahoo.com.
144 The Hollow Road
- Ararat, VA
More information forthcoming.
DeHart Park - 212 Wood Brothers Drive
- Stuart, VA
Save the Date: One Family Productions presents Big Daddy Love at The Historic Star Theatre on December 13th, 2025. More Information Forthcoming.
The Historic Star Theatre - 318 Patrick Avenue
- Stuart, VA 24171
Save the Date: The Patrick County Music Association presents the Lonesome River Band, Banjo-Rama with Sammy Shelor at the Patrick County High School, December 13th, 6:00 p.m. Sponsored by Hopkins Lumber. More Information Forthcoming.
Patrick County High School - Cougar Lane
- Stuart, VA 24171
Saturday, December 13, 2025. Hopkins Lumber presents PCMA's FREE December Show: Sammy Shelor's BanjoRama, featuring Lonesome River Band. Special Guests Nick Goad, Kyser George & Friends. Doors open at 5 and music starts at 6. Join us in Stuart, VA at the Patrick County High School Auditorium. Donation to the Patrick County Music Association appreciated.
Patrick County High School Auditorium
- Stuart, VA 24171
CLOSING DAY--2025 SEASON!!! December 13, 2025. This is it--our final day for the 2025 season! We'll be closed until mid-March 2026, some come and see us one last time to stock up for the winter!
Music at the Mayberry Trading Post every Sunday, 1 PM to 3 PM/Open Jam. Everyone welcome! Mile Post 180.5 Blue Ridge Parkway. County. Still run by four generations of descendants from the original store. Built in 1892, it originally housed the Mayberry Post Office as well as a general store. Today it's still a general store and in the fall of the year on weekends it features apple butter making. Author Tom Perry will return to the Mayberry Trading Post on October 27th during Pancake Days at nearby Meadows of Dan, Virginia.
883 Mayberry Church Road
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
Save the Date: Sunday, December 14th. Reynolds Homestead will host their annual Victorian Christmas Open House at the Reynolds Homestead home and Community Engagement Center. More information forthcoming.
Reynolds Homestead - 463 Homestead Lane
- Critz, VA 24082
The Willis Gap Community Center Appalachian Acoustic Open Jam (every Friday night) at 144 The Hollow Road, Ararat, VA 24053, Affiliated Partner of The Crooked Road Virginia's Heritage Music Trail. A few miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway (Mabry Mill), a few miles from Meadows of Dan (Primland Auberge Resort), and a few miles from Mount Airy, NC (Mayberry) the Hometown of Andy Griffith. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for food and drinks, music, and dancing 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with acoustic instruments. We are inviting all ages and skill levels. Fresh slaw/chili hotdogs, chips, candy, cakes, popcorn, sodas, coffee, and bottled water—southern hospitality at its best. Music, dancing, food, fellowship, and family-friendly—the 50/50 drawing around 8:30 p.m. Contact info: (276-251 8548), (276 251 5436). E-mail: marhill196648@yahoo.com.
144 The Hollow Road
- Ararat, VA
Music at the Mayberry Trading Post every Sunday, 1 PM to 3 PM/Open Jam. Everyone welcome! Mile Post 180.5 Blue Ridge Parkway. County. Still run by four generations of descendants from the original store. Built in 1892, it originally housed the Mayberry Post Office as well as a general store. Today it's still a general store and in the fall of the year on weekends it features apple butter making. Author Tom Perry will return to the Mayberry Trading Post on October 27th during Pancake Days at nearby Meadows of Dan, Virginia.
883 Mayberry Church Road
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
The Willis Gap Community Center Appalachian Acoustic Open Jam (every Friday night) at 144 The Hollow Road, Ararat, VA 24053, Affiliated Partner of The Crooked Road Virginia's Heritage Music Trail. A few miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway (Mabry Mill), a few miles from Meadows of Dan (Primland Auberge Resort), and a few miles from Mount Airy, NC (Mayberry) the Hometown of Andy Griffith. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for food and drinks, music, and dancing 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with acoustic instruments. We are inviting all ages and skill levels. Fresh slaw/chili hotdogs, chips, candy, cakes, popcorn, sodas, coffee, and bottled water—southern hospitality at its best. Music, dancing, food, fellowship, and family-friendly—the 50/50 drawing around 8:30 p.m. Contact info: (276-251 8548), (276 251 5436). E-mail: marhill196648@yahoo.com.
144 The Hollow Road
- Ararat, VA
Music at the Mayberry Trading Post every Sunday, 1 PM to 3 PM/Open Jam. Everyone welcome! Mile Post 180.5 Blue Ridge Parkway. County. Still run by four generations of descendants from the original store. Built in 1892, it originally housed the Mayberry Post Office as well as a general store. Today it's still a general store and in the fall of the year on weekends it features apple butter making. Author Tom Perry will return to the Mayberry Trading Post on October 27th during Pancake Days at nearby Meadows of Dan, Virginia.
883 Mayberry Church Road
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
The Willis Gap Community Center Golden Oldies Rock and Roll Open Jam, (last Tuesday each month) at 144 The Hollow Road, Ararat, VA 24053. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. for food and drink, music, and dancing from 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. of the '50s, '60s, and '70s, Inviting all ages and skill levels. Fresh slaw/chili hotdogs—chips, candy, cakes, popcorn, sodas, coffee, and bottled water. Family-friendly. Dancing is permitted. 50/50 drawing around 8:30 p.m. Contact info: (276-251-8548) (276-251-5436).
144 The Hollow Road
- Ararat, VA
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts BINGO night on the third Saturday of each month. Doors open at 5pm, and games begin at 6pm. Concessions are available. Proceeds help fund our scholarships and other community service projects throughout the year. The Ararat Ruritan Club is located at 4711 Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA.
JEB Stuart Rescue Squad Community Breakfast -- first Saturday of the month.
JEB Stuart Rescue Squad Community Bldg
DMV Select will be open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. This office will be closed for lunch from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Additional questions, call 276-952-8815.
County Administration Building
- Stuart, VA 24171
4th Sunday of every month - Cars and Coffee Cruise In, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Primitive Coffee, Antique Market and Bakery is open 7 days a week, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Primitive Coffee - 2577 JEB Stuart Hwy
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
A local support group formed to provide guidance and encouragement to breast cancer survivors meets the first Thursday of every month from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Therapy Direct in Stuart, VA. For those interested in joining the breast cancer support group, visit Facebook Messenger or by email at owens2125@msn.com.
The Ararat Ruritan Club will hold Rook games every Monday night from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts the Mobile Food Pantry the last Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
Ararat Ruritan Club - 4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
Reynolds Homestead Home Tours every Sunday from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Reynolds Homestead, 463 Homestead Lane
- Critz, VA 24082
- 1-276-694-7181
- www.reynoldshomestead.vt.edu
Email for more information.
The Patrick County Quilters' Sit-N-Sew is held on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Quilted Colors. For more information, call 276-694-3020 or email patrickcountyquilters@gmail.com
107 N Main Street - Uptown Stuart
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Red Rooster Amusement Park and Cafe, located at 2741 Friends Mission Road in Ararat, VA will re-open in April. It will offer an array of classic family rides that are for everyone in the family -- enjoy the joy of the Allan Hershel carousal, take flight on the sky-fighter jets, or ride the Sun and Moon kids ferris wheel. Fair type games will bring laughter to your day. The park and cafe is situated at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy the sights at the rustic farmhouse, barns and an old post office turned restaurnat. Encounter friendly animals like goats and turkey, explore walking trails, and more. Check out www.redroosteramusementpark.com for more details of the reopening.
The Red Rooster Amusement Park and Cafe -2741 Frie
- Ararat, VA
Mabry Mill Update for 2025: The Mabry Mill restaurant is not operating in 2025, but the historic mill grounds have reopened after a significant roof replacement completed in August 2025. The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking a new concessionaire to operate the restaurant and gift shop, with new services expected to begin in January 2026. In the meantime, visitors can explore the historic mill, watch demonstrations like blacksmithing and weaving, and enjoy music on select Sundays. Status of the restaurant: Closed for 2025: The restaurant is not open for the 2025 season. New concession contract: The NPS is re-soliciting a concession contract to provide food, beverage, and retail services. Proposals are due soon, and a new operator is expected to be in place for services beginning January 1, 2026. Hope for reopening: The community and visitors hope for a restaurant to open soon, as it was a major tourism driver.
The Spencer Penn Centre will host the Farmers' market on Thursdays, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., under the pavilion. Enjoy fresh produce and local crafts.
Spencer Penn Centre - 475 Spencer Penn Road
- Spencer, VA
- 276-957-5757
Come join us for Tuesday Music at the Coffee Break. Host: Denny Alley, PCMA. Tuesday mornings, 8:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
The Coffee Break - 111 N Main Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Spencer Penn Centre will host Chair Aerobics with Judi Perrin on Tuesdays at 9:00 a.m. This is a 45-minute exercise class which promotes strength building and fun! $5.00 fee per individual.
Spencer Penn Centre - 475 Spencer Penn Road
- Spencer, VA
- 276-957-5757
- Spencer, VA
8:30 Am to 11:00 AM -
The Coffee Break Cafe hosts live music on Tuesdays. Bring an instrument and join in or just come and listen.
The Coffee Break - 111 N Main Street
- Stuart, VA
This monthly program will include special readers, crafts, and other fun activities. Come out and join us for this free program, fit for all ages! No registration needed. Dates: January 3, 2026, March 7, 2026, April 4, 2026, May 2, 2026, July 4, 2026, and September 5, 2026). Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Spencer Penn Centre - 475 Spencer Penn Road
- Spencer, VA 24165
- 276-957-5757
Mabry Mill Update for 2025: The Mabry Mill restaurant is not operating in 2025, but the historic mill grounds have reopened after a significant roof replacement completed in August 2025. The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking a new concessionaire to operate the restaurant and gift shop, with new services expected to begin in January 2026. In the meantime, visitors can explore the historic mill, watch demonstrations like blacksmithing and weaving, and enjoy music on select Sundays. Status of the restaurant: Closed for 2025: The restaurant is not open for the 2025 season. New concession contract: The NPS is re-soliciting a concession contract to provide food, beverage, and retail services. Proposals are due soon, and a new operator is expected to be in place for services beginning January 1, 2026. Hope for reopening: The community and visitors hope for a restaurant to open soon, as it was a major tourism driver.
The Virginia Rent Relief Program is available. For additional information or to apply, please call Virginia Legal Aid Society Rent Relief Hotline at 1-866-995-5595.
The Patrick County Quilters' Sit-N-Sew is held on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Quilted Colors. For more information, call 276-694-3020 or email patrickcountyquilters@gmail.com
107 N Main Street - Uptown Stuart
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts BINGO night on the third Saturday of each month. Doors open at 5pm, and games begin at 6pm. Concessions are available. Proceeds help fund our scholarships and other community service projects throughout the year. The Ararat Ruritan Club is located at 4711 Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA.
4th Sunday of every month - Cars and Coffee Cruise In, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Primitive Coffee, Antique Market and Bakery is open 7 days a week, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Primitive Coffee - 2577 JEB Stuart Hwy
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
A local support group formed to provide guidance and encouragement to breast cancer survivors meets the first Thursday of every month from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Therapy Direct in Stuart, VA. For those interested in joining the breast cancer support group, visit Facebook Messenger or by email at owens2125@msn.com.
The Ararat Ruritan Club will hold Rook games every Monday night from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts the Mobile Food Pantry the last Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
Ararat Ruritan Club - 4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
Mabry Mill Update for 2025: The Mabry Mill restaurant is not operating in 2025, but the historic mill grounds have reopened after a significant roof replacement completed in August 2025. The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking a new concessionaire to operate the restaurant and gift shop, with new services expected to begin in January 2026. In the meantime, visitors can explore the historic mill, watch demonstrations like blacksmithing and weaving, and enjoy music on select Sundays. Status of the restaurant: Closed for 2025: The restaurant is not open for the 2025 season. New concession contract: The NPS is re-soliciting a concession contract to provide food, beverage, and retail services. Proposals are due soon, and a new operator is expected to be in place for services beginning January 1, 2026. Hope for reopening: The community and visitors hope for a restaurant to open soon, as it was a major tourism driver.
The Patrick County Quilters' Sit-N-Sew is held on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Quilted Colors. For more information, call 276-694-3020 or email patrickcountyquilters@gmail.com
107 N Main Street - Uptown Stuart
- Stuart, VA 24171
A local support group formed to provide guidance and encouragement to breast cancer survivors meets the first Thursday of every month from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Therapy Direct in Stuart, VA. For those interested in joining the breast cancer support group, visit Facebook Messenger or by email at owens2125@msn.com.
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts BINGO night on the third Saturday of each month. Doors open at 5pm, and games begin at 6pm. Concessions are available. Proceeds help fund our scholarships and other community service projects throughout the year. The Ararat Ruritan Club is located at 4711 Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA.
4th Sunday of every month - Cars and Coffee Cruise In, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Primitive Coffee, Antique Market and Bakery is open 7 days a week, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Primitive Coffee - 2577 JEB Stuart Hwy
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
The Ararat Ruritan Club will hold Rook games every Monday night from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts the Mobile Food Pantry the last Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
Ararat Ruritan Club - 4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
The Patrick County Quilters' Sit-N-Sew is held on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Quilted Colors. For more information, call 276-694-3020 or email patrickcountyquilters@gmail.com
107 N Main Street - Uptown Stuart
- Stuart, VA 24171
Mabry Mill Update for 2025: The Mabry Mill restaurant is not operating in 2025, but the historic mill grounds have reopened after a significant roof replacement completed in August 2025. The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking a new concessionaire to operate the restaurant and gift shop, with new services expected to begin in January 2026. In the meantime, visitors can explore the historic mill, watch demonstrations like blacksmithing and weaving, and enjoy music on select Sundays. Status of the restaurant: Closed for 2025: The restaurant is not open for the 2025 season. New concession contract: The NPS is re-soliciting a concession contract to provide food, beverage, and retail services. Proposals are due soon, and a new operator is expected to be in place for services beginning January 1, 2026. Hope for reopening: The community and visitors hope for a restaurant to open soon, as it was a major tourism driver.
Fairy Stone State Park will host the Moonshine Hollow Hike. Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by. Visit the remains of two old moonshine stills and learn about the very interesting, and sometimes tragic, history of our local moonshining activities -- Fridays, 10 a.m. at the Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center. Guests will meet an interpreter at the Visitor Center then drive to the hike location. This hike is over steep, uneven terrain and is difficult. High top shoes, long pants, insect spray and a walking stick are advised. 1-276-930-2424 or visit www.dcr.virginia.gov/state parks/fairy-stone.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center - 967 Fairys
- Stuart, VA
A local support group formed to provide guidance and encouragement to breast cancer survivors meets the first Thursday of every month from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Therapy Direct in Stuart, VA. For those interested in joining the breast cancer support group, visit Facebook Messenger or by email at owens2125@msn.com.
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts BINGO night on the third Saturday of each month. Doors open at 5pm, and games begin at 6pm. Concessions are available. Proceeds help fund our scholarships and other community service projects throughout the year. The Ararat Ruritan Club is located at 4711 Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA.
4th Sunday of every month - Cars and Coffee Cruise In, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Primitive Coffee, Antique Market and Bakery is open 7 days a week, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Primitive Coffee - 2577 JEB Stuart Hwy
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
The Ararat Ruritan Club will hold Rook games every Monday night from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts the Mobile Food Pantry the last Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
Ararat Ruritan Club - 4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
The Stuart Farmers’ Market is excited to get growing for the 2025 season. Market hours of operation for 2025 will be on Friday’s, 8 am to 12 pm, May through November. The season will officially kick off on Friday, May 3, however vendors will be on site Friday, April 18 and April 25 with what we call the “sneak peek Fridays.” Cool season crops of lettuce, kale, spinach, onions and broccoli, along with baked items, coffee and crafts will be available.
From May to November, every Friday will feature a variety of vendors with locally grown fruits and vegetables, homemade baked items, locally grown meats, eggs, plants and crafts. We will have vendors that can accept the Senior Nutrition vouchers.
We invite everyone to come to the market on our opening day, May 2 at 9am for a special dedication. Tom Bishop who many of our market patrons know as “the Birdhouse man” passed away this winter. We are honoring him by installing a birdhouse of his in the garden beds at the market.
The Patrick County Master Gardeners will be on site the last Friday of each month with information and to answer gardening questions. Our tool sharpening vendor will be on site the first Friday of every month to sharpen tools. So bring those dull blades and have them sharpened while you shop.
The Rise and Shine Youth entrepreneurial vendors will join our vendors on Friday, June 20 and July 18. Come shop from our local youth who set up during those special market days.
Our annual Red, White and Blueberries celebration will happen on Friday July 4th. Just the right day to celebrate and shop for your picnic essentials.
The First Friday Summer Jam Series returns offering a great concert, food truck and wine for the first Friday of each month May through August. Our holiday tradition of Mistletoe Market will be back for its 17th year. This annual holiday market will be on Saturday, December 6, 10 am to 1 pm. The Mistletoe Market is a great spot to shop for holiday decor, gifts and more.
Stay up to date with market events by visiting our Facebook page. For more information about the Stuart Farmers’ Market contact the Town of Stuart at 276-694-3811.
The Farmers Market - Chestnut Street
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-694-3811 or 276-694-6012
The Patrick County Quilters' Sit-N-Sew is held on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Quilted Colors. For more information, call 276-694-3020 or email patrickcountyquilters@gmail.com
107 N Main Street - Uptown Stuart
- Stuart, VA 24171
Mabry Mill Update for 2025: The Mabry Mill restaurant is not operating in 2025, but the historic mill grounds have reopened after a significant roof replacement completed in August 2025. The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking a new concessionaire to operate the restaurant and gift shop, with new services expected to begin in January 2026. In the meantime, visitors can explore the historic mill, watch demonstrations like blacksmithing and weaving, and enjoy music on select Sundays. Status of the restaurant: Closed for 2025: The restaurant is not open for the 2025 season. New concession contract: The NPS is re-soliciting a concession contract to provide food, beverage, and retail services. Proposals are due soon, and a new operator is expected to be in place for services beginning January 1, 2026. Hope for reopening: The community and visitors hope for a restaurant to open soon, as it was a major tourism driver.
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts BINGO night on the third Saturday of each month. Doors open at 5pm, and games begin at 6pm. Concessions are available. Proceeds help fund our scholarships and other community service projects throughout the year. The Ararat Ruritan Club is located at 4711 Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA.
Fairy Stone State Park will host the Moonshine Hollow Hike. Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by. Visit the remains of two old moonshine stills and learn about the very interesting, and sometimes tragic, history of our local moonshining activities -- Fridays, 10 a.m. at the Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center. Guests will meet an interpreter at the Visitor Center then drive to the hike location. This hike is over steep, uneven terrain and is difficult. High top shoes, long pants, insect spray and a walking stick are advised. 1-276-930-2424 or visit www.dcr.virginia.gov/state parks/fairy-stone.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center - 967 Fairys
- Stuart, VA
The Red Rooster Amusement Park and Cafe, located at 2741 Friends Mission Road in Ararat, VA will re-open in April. It will offer an array of classic family rides that are for everyone in the family -- enjoy the joy of the Allan Hershel carousal, take flight on the sky-fighter jets, or ride the Sun and Moon kids ferris wheel. Fair type games will bring laughter to your day. The park and cafe is situated at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy the sights at the rustic farmhouse, barns and an old post office turned restaurnat. Encounter friendly animals like goats and turkey, explore walking trails, and more. Check out www.redroosteramusementpark.com for more details of the reopening.
The Red Rooster Amusement Park and Cafe -2741 Frie
- Ararat, VA
A local support group formed to provide guidance and encouragement to breast cancer survivors meets the first Thursday of every month from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Therapy Direct in Stuart, VA. For those interested in joining the breast cancer support group, visit Facebook Messenger or by email at owens2125@msn.com.
4th Sunday of every month - Cars and Coffee Cruise In, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Primitive Coffee, Antique Market and Bakery is open 7 days a week, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Primitive Coffee - 2577 JEB Stuart Hwy
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
The Ararat Ruritan Club will hold Rook games every Monday night from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts the Mobile Food Pantry the last Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
Ararat Ruritan Club - 4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
JEB Stuart Rescue Squad Community Breakfast -- first Saturday of the month.
JEB Stuart Rescue Squad Community Bldg
Whether you are a teacher, homeschool instructor, club sponsor, or anything in between, we are inviting you to plan your groups' next field trip to Fairy Stone State Park. Rangers may also be able to provide an outreach program at your school or organization! Request a Program Today! 800-933-7275 or visit www.virginiastateparks.gov.
Fairy Stone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
Bobbin' for Books to be held at the Stuart Farmers Market on Saturday, October 18th, 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. during the Apple Dumpling Festival. Free Books / Sidewalk Chalk Contest/ Authors / Story Walk. Sponsored by Blue Ridge Regional Library, VT/Reynolds Homestead, Dolly Parton Imagination Library, One Family Productions' Grassroots Grants and West Piedmont Planning District Commission.
Stuart Farmers' Market - 320 Chestnut Road
- Stuart, VA 24171
Starting Thursday, May 1st, 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. -- Local items from Spencer Penn Vendors and Farms! Enjoy Fresh Vegetables, Fruit, Breads, Jellies, Starter Plants, Succulents, and Lots more Local Products! We can’t wait to see you!
Spencer Penn Centre - 475 Spencer Penn Road
- Spencer, VA
- 276-957-5757
SAVE THE DATES: FA25 Patrick County Entrepreneural Workshop Course Offerings: Excel for Business {To be rescheduled-Date Forthcoming); Smartphone Video Advertisement {Wed, Sept. 24, 12:00-2:00 pm}; Taking your Social Media to the Next Level {Thurs, Oct. 9, 12:00-1:00 pm}, How to Establish Business Credit
{Thurs, Oct. 23, 12:00-1:00 pm}; Billing Customers {Tues, Nov. 11, 12:00-1:00pm}. Students must provide their email address when registering for the course to be added to the Google Classroom. Please bring your laptop computer for instructional purposes. Pre-Registration Required. For more information: ph.augusoft.net or call 276-656-5461.
P&HCC - Stuart Campus - 212 Wood Brothers Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-656-5461
The Extension Master Gardeners will host FREE gardening workshops at Providence United Methodist Church. Workshops include: Monday, May 12th at 4:00 p.m. (Planting Day). Saturday, May 31st at 10:00 a.m. (Companion Planting). Saturday, June 28th at 10:00 a.m. (Composting). Saturday, July 26th at 10:00 a.m. (Pest Management). Saturday, August 23rd at 10:00 a.m. (Fall Crops). Saturday, September 27th at 10:00 a.m. (Harvest Party). Saturday, November 22nd at 10:00 a.m. (Nature Plants). Join the Master Gardeners on the 4th Saturday of each month for free programming.
Providence United Methodist Church-1021 Providence
- Patrick Springs, VA
The Stuart Farmers' Market is open every Friday, beginning May from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Great selection of fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs and bedding plants. On May 30th, blood pressure checks by the Blue Ridge Nursing and The Landmark Center.
Stuart Farmers' Market - 320 Chestnut Road
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Stokes County Arts Council will host Darrell Scott on Friday, May 8, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at The Arts Place of Stokes. General Admission: $40; SCAC Members $30. Info Details: www.stokesarts.org or call 336-593-8159.
The Arts Place of Stokes - 502 Main Street
- Danbury, NC 27016
- 336-593-8159
- www.stokesarts.org
Email for more information.
The Patrick County Quilters' Sit-N-Sew is held on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Quilted Colors. For more information, call 276-694-3020 or email patrickcountyquilters@gmail.com
107 N Main Street - Uptown Stuart
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts BINGO night on the third Saturday of each month. Doors open at 5pm, and games begin at 6pm. Concessions are available. Proceeds help fund our scholarships and other community service projects throughout the year. The Ararat Ruritan Club is located at 4711 Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA.
Fairy Stone State Park will host the Moonshine Hollow Hike. Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by. Visit the remains of two old moonshine stills and learn about the very interesting, and sometimes tragic, history of our local moonshining activities -- Fridays, 10 a.m. at the Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center. Guests will meet an interpreter at the Visitor Center then drive to the hike location. This hike is over steep, uneven terrain and is difficult. High top shoes, long pants, insect spray and a walking stick are advised. 1-276-930-2424 or visit www.dcr.virginia.gov/state parks/fairy-stone.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center - 967 Fairys
- Stuart, VA
Whether you are a teacher, homeschool instructor, club sponsor, or anything in between, we are inviting you to plan your groups' next field trip to Fairy Stone State Park. Rangers may also be able to provide an outreach program at your school or organization! Request a Program Today! 800-933-7275 or visit www.virginiastateparks.gov.
Fairy Stone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Red Rooster Amusement Park and Cafe, located at 2741 Friends Mission Road in Ararat, VA will re-open in April. It will offer an array of classic family rides that are for everyone in the family -- enjoy the joy of the Allan Hershel carousal, take flight on the sky-fighter jets, or ride the Sun and Moon kids ferris wheel. Fair type games will bring laughter to your day. The park and cafe is situated at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy the sights at the rustic farmhouse, barns and an old post office turned restaurnat. Encounter friendly animals like goats and turkey, explore walking trails, and more. Check out www.redroosteramusementpark.com for more details of the reopening.
The Red Rooster Amusement Park and Cafe -2741 Frie
- Ararat, VA
A local support group formed to provide guidance and encouragement to breast cancer survivors meets the first Thursday of every month from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Therapy Direct in Stuart, VA. For those interested in joining the breast cancer support group, visit Facebook Messenger or by email at owens2125@msn.com.
Live music Saturdays and wood-fired pizza Sundays will begin again in May 2026 (weather permitting).
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge
- Floyd, VA
4th Sunday of every month - Cars and Coffee Cruise In, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Primitive Coffee, Antique Market and Bakery is open 7 days a week, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Primitive Coffee - 2577 JEB Stuart Hwy
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
The Ararat Ruritan Club will hold Rook games every Monday night from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
Uptown Stagecoach is now operating on our summer extended hours, join us Friday & Saturday for dinner until 9:00 PM, and Sunday brunch till 4:00 PM.
Uptown Stagecoach - 121 N Main Street
- Stuart, VA
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts the Mobile Food Pantry the last Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
Ararat Ruritan Club - 4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
JEB Stuart Rescue Squad Community Breakfast -- first Saturday of the month.
JEB Stuart Rescue Squad Community Bldg
Villa Appalaccia will host live music Saturdays and Wood Fired Pizza on Sundays beginning in May 2026. Watch for calendar updates in 2026.
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge Road
- Floyd, VA 24091
November 1st - Gun giveaway starts. (We'll give away 30 guns, in 30 days, for $30 ticket. Eligible to win each day! Limited number of tickets. We'll start selling tickets in June.) For more information, call us at 276-694-3212.
Moorefield Store Community V.F.D. -17 VA NC Road
- Spencer, VA 24165-3457
- 276-694-3212
This monthly program will include special readers, crafts, and other fun activities. Come out and join us for this free program, fit for all ages! No registration needed. January – Let’s Build It February – I Love My Smile March – 1 Fish, 2 Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish April – Spring is Calling May – Watch Me Bloom June – Following Footsteps July – You, Me, and My Teddy Make Three August – Under the Apple Tree September – Down on the Farm October – Pumpkin Faces November – Thanks for Thanksgiving December – Sugar Plum Wishes & Candy Cane Kissses. Dates and Times: Saturdays, June 7th, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; July 5th, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; August 2nd, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; September 6th, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; and October 4th, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., January 3rd, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., March 7th, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and April 4, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
The Spencer Penn Centre - 475 Spencer-Penn Road
- Spencer, VA
- 276-957-5757
The Patrick County Quilters' Sit-N-Sew is held on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Quilted Colors. For more information, call 276-694-3020 or email patrickcountyquilters@gmail.com
107 N Main Street - Uptown Stuart
- Stuart, VA 24171
Monday Market at Fairy Stone State Park, Mondays, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at picnic shelters 3 & 4.
Fairy Stone State Park, 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts BINGO night on the third Saturday of each month. Doors open at 5pm, and games begin at 6pm. Concessions are available. Proceeds help fund our scholarships and other community service projects throughout the year. The Ararat Ruritan Club is located at 4711 Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA.
Fairy Stone State Park will host the Moonshine Hollow Hike. Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by. Visit the remains of two old moonshine stills and learn about the very interesting, and sometimes tragic, history of our local moonshining activities -- Fridays, 10 a.m. at the Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center. Guests will meet an interpreter at the Visitor Center then drive to the hike location. This hike is over steep, uneven terrain and is difficult. High top shoes, long pants, insect spray and a walking stick are advised. 1-276-930-2424 or visit www.dcr.virginia.gov/state parks/fairy-stone.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center - 967 Fairys
- Stuart, VA
A local support group formed to provide guidance and encouragement to breast cancer survivors meets the first Thursday of every month from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Therapy Direct in Stuart, VA. For those interested in joining the breast cancer support group, visit Facebook Messenger or by email at owens2125@msn.com.
The Stuart Elementary School Running Club will hit the pavements along the sidewalks in town on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Motorist should take caution and watch for these runners.
The Ararat Ruritan Club will hold Rook games every Monday night from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
Uptown Stagecoach is now operating on our summer extended hours, join us Friday & Saturday for dinner until 9:00 PM, and Sunday brunch till 4:00 PM.
Uptown Stagecoach - 121 N Main Street
- Stuart, VA
Whether you are a teacher, homeschool instructor, club sponsor, or anything in between, we are inviting you to plan your groups' next field trip to Fairy Stone State Park. Rangers may also be able to provide an outreach program at your school or organization! Request a Program Today! 800-933-7275 or visit www.virginiastateparks.gov.
Fairy Stone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
People Incorporated Financial Services has been awarded $300,000 through the Commonwealth’s Capital for Communities Fund (CCCF) to support and empower women entrepreneurs with accessible financial products and coaching. Funding will also support existing business lending and technical assistance across the agency’s 16 city and county service area. “This funding allows us to expand access to much-needed capital to historically underserved populations, including women-owned businesses and low-income community members,” said People Incorporated Director of Community Economic Development Stephanie Lillard. “Women entrepreneurs continue to face barriers to capital needed to grow or start their businesses, and we hope this funding will help break down walls and support the start-up and expansion of women-owned businesses across the commonwealth.” The Federal Reserve’s 2022 Small Business Credit Survey showed that women-owned businesses frequently encounter barriers to obtaining capital to support and grow their businesses. People Incorporated established People Incorporated Financial Services in 2000 to meet the financing needs of disadvantaged individuals and entrepreneurs in Southwest Virginia and has since expanded to serve the Northern Piedmont, Northern Shenandoah Valley and Greater Prince William regions with its loan products and financial services. People Incorporated is proud to be the only Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) headquartered in Southwest Virginia. Visit our website to learn more about our business loans and financial services or give us a call at 276-619-2297!
The Red Rooster Amusement Park and Cafe, located at 2741 Friends Mission Road in Ararat, VA will re-open in April. It will offer an array of classic family rides that are for everyone in the family -- enjoy the joy of the Allan Hershel carousal, take flight on the sky-fighter jets, or ride the Sun and Moon kids ferris wheel. Fair type games will bring laughter to your day. The park and cafe is situated at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy the sights at the rustic farmhouse, barns and an old post office turned restaurnat. Encounter friendly animals like goats and turkey, explore walking trails, and more. Check out www.redroosteramusementpark.com for more details of the reopening.
The Red Rooster Amusement Park and Cafe -2741 Frie
- Ararat, VA
Live music Saturdays and wood-fired pizza Sundays will begin again in May 2026 (weather permitting).
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge
- Floyd, VA
4th Sunday of every month - Cars and Coffee Cruise In, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Primitive Coffee, Antique Market and Bakery is open 7 days a week, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Primitive Coffee - 2577 JEB Stuart Hwy
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts the Mobile Food Pantry the last Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
Ararat Ruritan Club - 4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
JEB Stuart Rescue Squad Community Breakfast -- first Saturday of the month.
JEB Stuart Rescue Squad Community Bldg
Villa Appalaccia will host live music Saturdays and Wood Fired Pizza on Sundays beginning in May 2026. Watch for calendar updates in 2026.
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge Road
- Floyd, VA 24091
On Saturday & Sundays during the spring, summer, and fall, enjoy award-winning wines, breathtaking views from the Blue Ridge, and an eclectic array of musical artists performing on Chateau Morrisette's Winery Courtyard from 1–4pm.
Music on the Courtyard admission is free. We suggest bringing seating as the tables fill up fast. Savor every last drop of the weekend with us!
Please note that dates, events, and hours are subject to change without notice. Music may cancel or move inside if there is inclement weather.
Schedule:
Saturday, July 5, 2025,
Performer: Kinnfolk,
Genre: Celtic Folk.
Sunday, July 6, 2025,
Performer: The Meeting,
Genre: 50s through today variety.
Saturday, July 12, 2025,
Performer: Jeff Levy,
Genre: Bluegrass.
Sunday, July 13, 2025,
Performer: Matt Johnson,
Genre: R&B / Soul.
Saturday, July 19, 2025,
Performer: Greg Wilson Trio,
Genres: Gypsy Jazz, Jazz, Swing, and a little Rock / Country.
Sunday, July 20, 2025,
Performer: Ryan Patterson,
Genre: Folk Singer/Songwriter.
Saturday, July 26, 2025,
Performer: Craig Vaughn,
Genre: Classic Rock.
Sunday, July 27, 2025,
Performer: Kat Mills,
Genre: Soul Folk.
Saturday, August 2, 2025,
Performer: Tommy Lawrence Band.
Sunday, August 3, 2025,
Performer: Matt Johnson,
Genre: R&B / Soul.
Saturday, August 9, 2025,
Performer: The Meeting,
Genre: 50s through today variety.
Sunday, August 10, 2025,
Performer: Ryan Patterson,
Genre: Folk Singer/Songwriter.
Saturday, August 16, 2025,
Performer: Craig Vaughn,
Genre: Classic Rock.
Sunday, August 17, 2025,
Performer: Kat Mills,
Genre: Soul Folk.
Saturday, August 23, 2025,
Performer: Jeff Levy,
Genre: Bluegrass.
Saturday, August 30, 2025,
Performers: The Meeting (Cover Band, 1-4pm) followed by Midnight Blue.
Sunday, August 31, 2025,
Performer: Greg Wilson Trio,
Genres: Gypsy Jazz, Jazz, Swing, and a little Rock / Country.
Saturday, September 6, 2025,
Performer: Jeff Levy,
Genre: Bluegrass.
Sunday, September 7, 2025,
Performer: Matt Johnson,
Genre: R&B / Soul.
Saturday, September 13, 2025,
Performer: Greg Wilson Trio,
Genres: Gypsy Jazz, Jazz, Swing, and a little Rock / Country.
Sunday, September 14, 2025,
Performer: Craig Vaughn,
Genre: Classic Rock.
Saturday, September 20, 2025,
Performer: Midnight Blue,
Genre: Cover Band.
Sunday, September 21, 2025,
Performer: Kat Mills,
Genre: Soul Folk.
Saturday, September 27, 2025,
Performer: The Meeting,
Genre: 50s through today variety.
Sunday, September 28, 2025,
Performer: Ryan Patterson,
Genre: Folk Singer/Songwriter.
Saturday, October 4, 2025,
Performer: Craig Vaughn,
Genre: Classic Rock.
Sunday, October 5, 2025,
Performer: Matt Johnson,
Genre: R&B / Soul.
Saturday, October 11, 2025,
Performer: Jeff Levy,
Genre: Bluegrass.
Sunday, October 12, 2025,
Performer: Kat Mills,
Genre: Soul Folk.
Saturday, October 18, 2025,
Performer: The Meeting,
Genre: 50s through today variety.
Sunday, October 19, 2025,
Performer: Midnight Blue,
Genre: Cover Band.
Saturday, October 25, 2025,
Performer: Ryan Patterson,
Genre: Folk Singer/Songwriter.
Sunday, October 26, 2025,
Performer: Greg Wilson Trio,
Genres: Gypsy Jazz, Jazz, Swing, and a little Rock / Country.
Saturday, November 1, 2025,
Performer: The Meeting,
Genre: 50s through today variety.
Saturday, November 8, 2025,
Performer: Craig Vaughn,
Genre: Classic Rock.
Saturday, November 15, 2025,
Performer: Ryan Patterson,
Genre: Folk Singer/Songwriter.
Saturday, November 22, 2025,
Performer: Matt Johnson,
Genre: R&B / Soul.
Saturday, November 29, 2025,
Performer: Midnight Blue,
Genre: Cover Band.
Saturday, December 6, 2025,
Performer: Craig Vaughn,
Genre: Classic Rock.
Chateau Morrisette - 287 Winery Road
- Floyd, VA 24091
The Patrick County Quilters' Sit-N-Sew is held on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Quilted Colors. For more information, call 276-694-3020 or email patrickcountyquilters@gmail.com
107 N Main Street - Uptown Stuart
- Stuart, VA 24171
Monday Market at Fairy Stone State Park, Mondays, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at picnic shelters 3 & 4.
Fairy Stone State Park, 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts BINGO night on the third Saturday of each month. Doors open at 5pm, and games begin at 6pm. Concessions are available. Proceeds help fund our scholarships and other community service projects throughout the year. The Ararat Ruritan Club is located at 4711 Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA.
Fairy Stone State Park will host the Moonshine Hollow Hike. Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by. Visit the remains of two old moonshine stills and learn about the very interesting, and sometimes tragic, history of our local moonshining activities -- Fridays, 10 a.m. at the Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center. Guests will meet an interpreter at the Visitor Center then drive to the hike location. This hike is over steep, uneven terrain and is difficult. High top shoes, long pants, insect spray and a walking stick are advised. 1-276-930-2424 or visit www.dcr.virginia.gov/state parks/fairy-stone.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center - 967 Fairys
- Stuart, VA
A local support group formed to provide guidance and encouragement to breast cancer survivors meets the first Thursday of every month from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Therapy Direct in Stuart, VA. For those interested in joining the breast cancer support group, visit Facebook Messenger or by email at owens2125@msn.com.
The Stuart Elementary School Running Club will hit the pavements along the sidewalks in town on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Motorist should take caution and watch for these runners.
The Ararat Ruritan Club will hold Rook games every Monday night from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
People Incorporated Financial Services has been awarded $300,000 through the Commonwealth’s Capital for Communities Fund (CCCF) to support and empower women entrepreneurs with accessible financial products and coaching. Funding will also support existing business lending and technical assistance across the agency’s 16 city and county service area. “This funding allows us to expand access to much-needed capital to historically underserved populations, including women-owned businesses and low-income community members,” said People Incorporated Director of Community Economic Development Stephanie Lillard. “Women entrepreneurs continue to face barriers to capital needed to grow or start their businesses, and we hope this funding will help break down walls and support the start-up and expansion of women-owned businesses across the commonwealth.” The Federal Reserve’s 2022 Small Business Credit Survey showed that women-owned businesses frequently encounter barriers to obtaining capital to support and grow their businesses. People Incorporated established People Incorporated Financial Services in 2000 to meet the financing needs of disadvantaged individuals and entrepreneurs in Southwest Virginia and has since expanded to serve the Northern Piedmont, Northern Shenandoah Valley and Greater Prince William regions with its loan products and financial services. People Incorporated is proud to be the only Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) headquartered in Southwest Virginia. Visit our website to learn more about our business loans and financial services or give us a call at 276-619-2297!
Uptown Stagecoach is now operating on our summer extended hours, join us Friday & Saturday for dinner until 9:00 PM, and Sunday brunch till 4:00 PM.
Uptown Stagecoach - 121 N Main Street
- Stuart, VA
Whether you are a teacher, homeschool instructor, club sponsor, or anything in between, we are inviting you to plan your groups' next field trip to Fairy Stone State Park. Rangers may also be able to provide an outreach program at your school or organization! Request a Program Today! 800-933-7275 or visit www.virginiastateparks.gov.
Fairy Stone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
JEB Stuart Rescue Squad Community Breakfast -- first Saturday of the month.
JEB Stuart Rescue Squad Community Bldg
DMV Select will be open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. This office will be closed for lunch from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Additional questions, call 276-952-8815.
County Administration Building
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Red Rooster Amusement Park and Cafe, located at 2741 Friends Mission Road in Ararat, VA will re-open in April. It will offer an array of classic family rides that are for everyone in the family -- enjoy the joy of the Allan Hershel carousal, take flight on the sky-fighter jets, or ride the Sun and Moon kids ferris wheel. Fair type games will bring laughter to your day. The park and cafe is situated at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy the sights at the rustic farmhouse, barns and an old post office turned restaurnat. Encounter friendly animals like goats and turkey, explore walking trails, and more. Check out www.redroosteramusementpark.com for more details of the reopening.
The Red Rooster Amusement Park and Cafe -2741 Frie
- Ararat, VA
Live music Saturdays and wood-fired pizza Sundays will begin again in May 2026 (weather permitting).
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge
- Floyd, VA
4th Sunday of every month - Cars and Coffee Cruise In, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Primitive Coffee, Antique Market and Bakery is open 7 days a week, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Primitive Coffee - 2577 JEB Stuart Hwy
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts the Mobile Food Pantry the last Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
Ararat Ruritan Club - 4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
The "Lord's Acre" in Stuart, VA, refers to the annual Lord's Acre Sale, a community-wide, nondenominational fundraiser held by local churches. The event features sales of homemade goods, crafts, and produce to support community projects like the Penny House (temporary housing for natural disaster victims) and other local outreach initiatives. The sale typically takes place on the fourth Saturday of September at the Stuart Rotary Building.
Rotary Building - Woodland Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
Villa Appalaccia will host live music Saturdays and Wood Fired Pizza on Sundays beginning in May 2026. Watch for calendar updates in 2026.
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge Road
- Floyd, VA 24091
On Saturday & Sundays during the spring, summer, and fall, enjoy award-winning wines, breathtaking views from the Blue Ridge, and an eclectic array of musical artists performing on Chateau Morrisette's Winery Courtyard from 1–4pm.
Music on the Courtyard admission is free. We suggest bringing seating as the tables fill up fast. Savor every last drop of the weekend with us!
Please note that dates, events, and hours are subject to change without notice. Music may cancel or move inside if there is inclement weather. *****
Saturday, August 9, 2025,
Performer: The Meeting,
Genre: 50s through today variety. *****
Sunday, August 10, 2025,
Performer: Ryan Patterson,
Genre: Folk, Singer/Songwriter. *****
Saturday, August 16, 2025,
Performer: Craig Vaughn,
Genre: Classic Rock. *****
Sunday, August 17, 2025,
Performer: Kat Mills,
Genre: Soul Folk. *****
Saturday, August 23, 2025,
Performer: Jeff Levy,
Genre: Bluegrass. *****
Saturday, August 30, 2025,
Performers: The Meeting (Cover Band, 1-4pm) followed by Midnight Blue, *****
Sunday, August 31, 2025,
Performer: Greg Wilson Trio,
Genres: Gypsy Jazz, Jazz, Swing, and a little Rock / Country. *****
Saturday, September 6, 2025,
Performer: Jeff Levy,
Genre: Bluegrass. *****
Sunday, September 7, 2025,
Performer: Matt Johnson,
Genre: R&B / Soul. *****
Saturday, September 13, 2025,
Performer: Greg Wilson Trio,
Genres: Gypsy Jazz, Jazz, Swing, and a little Rock / Country. *****
Sunday, September 14, 2025,
Performer: Craig Vaughn,
Genre: Classic Rock. *****
Saturday, September 20, 2025,
Performer: Midnight Blue,
Genre: Cover Band. *****
Sunday, September 21, 2025,
Performer: Kat Mills,
Genre: Soul Folk. *****
Saturday, September 27, 2025.
Performer: The Meeting.
Genre: 50s through today variety. *****
Sunday, September 28, 2025,
Performer: Ryan Patterson,
Genre: Folk Singer/Songwriter. *****
Saturday, October 4, 2025,
Performer: Craig Vaughn,
Genre: Classic Rock. *****
Sunday, October 5, 2025,
Performer: Matt Johnson,
Genre: R&B / Soul. *****
Saturday, October 11, 2025,
Performer: Jeff Levy,
Genre: Bluegrass. *****
Sunday, October 12, 2025,
Performer: Kat Mills,
Genre: Soul Folk. *****
Saturday, October 18, 2025,
Performer: The Meeting,
Genre: 50s through today variety. *****
Sunday, October 19, 2025,
Performer: Midnight Blue,
Genre: Cover Band. *****
Saturday, October 25, 2025,
Performer: Ryan Patterson,
Genre: Folk Singer/Songwriter. *****
Sunday, October 26, 2025,
Performer: Greg Wilson Trio,
Genres: Gypsy Jazz, Jazz, Swing, and a little Rock / Country. *****
Saturday, November 1, 2025,
Performer: The Meeting,
Genre: 50s through today variety. *****
Saturday, November 8, 2025,
Performer: Craig Vaughn,
Genre: Classic Rock. *****
Saturday, November 15, 2025,
Performer: Ryan Patterson,
Genre: Folk Singer/Songwriter. *****
Saturday, November 22, 2025,
Performer: Matt Johnson,
Genre: R&B / Soul. *****
Saturday, November 29, 2025,
Performer: Midnight Blue,
Genre: Cover Band. *****
Saturday, December 6, 2025,
Performer: Craig Vaughn,
Genre: Classic Rock. *****
Chateau Morrisette - 291 Winery Road SW
- Floyd, VA 24091
New EVOLVE Program Launching to Strengthen Nonprofit Leadership in Southern Virginia. South Boston, VA - July 23, 2025 - A new initiative launching this August aims to empower nonprofit leaders across Southern Virginia. The EVOLVE Nonprofit Program—short for Empowering Visionaries, Optimizing Leadership, and Valuing Excellence—offers nonprofit professionals the opportunity to build leadership skills, connect with peers, and strengthen their organizations.
Developed by the SOVA Innovation Hub in partnership with the Dan River Nonprofit Network and River District Consulting Group, the EVOLVE program includes two components: free.
EVOLVE nonprofit networking events and a paid six-session EVOLVE training series. The EVOLVE program was created in response to the need for professional development and peer connection among nonprofit leaders in rural Virginia. The program is open to nonprofit organization staff, board members, and volunteers from Halifax, Mecklenburg, Lunenburg, Charlotte, Brunswick, Pittsylvania, and surrounding counties.
The EVOLVE nonprofit networking events begin with the “EVOLVE Launch Party” on
Tuesday, August 19, 2025 from 5:30pm-7:00pm at the SOVA Innovation Hub at 715 Wilborn Avenue in South Boston. Additional EVOLVE nonprofit networking events will be hosted throughout the year in partnership with the Dan River Nonprofit Network. These events are free to attend and do not require participation in the training series. These gatherings are designed to foster collaboration, resource-sharing, and relationship-building among local changemakers.
The EVOLVE training series starts in September 2025 and concludes in December 2025. The first and sixth sessions will be held in-person at the SOVA Innovation Hub in South Boston, VA.
Sessions two through five will be live, virtual sessions held on Zoom featuring guest facilitators who are subject matter experts in the nonprofit sector.
The training series will cover core topics including:
/Session 1: Setting the Foundation: Mission, Vision, and the Nonprofit Sector,
/ Session 2: Building Strong Foundations: Nonprofit Governance & Board Development,
/ Session 3: Money Matters: Fundraising, Grant Readiness, and Financial Management,
/ Session 4: People Power: Leading Teams & Managing with Purpose,
/ Session 5: Telling Your Story: Nonprofit Marketing & Community Engagement,
/ Session 6: From Insight to Action: Sustaining Impact Beyond the Series.
Participants who complete all six sessions will be recognized at a special completion ceremony following the sixth session. The cost to participate in the training series is $75 per person. A limited number of scholarships are available for nonprofits based in Halifax County, thanks to
sponsorship from Hitachi.
SOVA Innovation Hub-715 Wilborn Avenue
- South Boston, VA
Rock Spring Art Show: An art show featuring local and regional artists. Save the dates for art take in:
-- Thursday, Aug. 21 - 3pm-6pm.
-- Friday, Aug. 22 - 9am - 3pm.
-- Saturday, Aug. 23 - 10am - 1pm.
-- Sunday, Aug. 24 – 1pm – 4pm.
The Rock Spring Art Show Awards reception will be held September 16th at 6:00 pm.
Exhibit Dates: September 16th through October 31st, 2025. For more information or times available for viewing of this exhibit, contact Reynolds Homestead at (276) 694-7181 or visit their website at: www.reynoldshomestead.vt.edu.
Reynolds Homestead -463 Homestead Lane
- Critz, VA 24082
JEB Stuart Rescue Squad Community Breakfast -- first Saturday of the month.
JEB Stuart Rescue Squad Community Bldg
Monday Market at Fairy Stone State Park, Mondays, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at picnic shelters 3 & 4.
Fairy Stone State Park, 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
Fairy Stone State Park will host the Moonshine Hollow Hike. Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by. Visit the remains of two old moonshine stills and learn about the very interesting, and sometimes tragic, history of our local moonshining activities -- Fridays, 10 a.m. at the Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center. Guests will meet an interpreter at the Visitor Center then drive to the hike location. This hike is over steep, uneven terrain and is difficult. High top shoes, long pants, insect spray and a walking stick are advised. 1-276-930-2424 or visit www.dcr.virginia.gov/state parks/fairy-stone.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center - 967 Fairys
- Stuart, VA
The Red Rooster Amusement Park and Cafe, located at 2741 Friends Mission Road in Ararat, VA will re-open in April. It will offer an array of classic family rides that are for everyone in the family -- enjoy the joy of the Allan Hershel carousal, take flight on the sky-fighter jets, or ride the Sun and Moon kids ferris wheel. Fair type games will bring laughter to your day. The park and cafe is situated at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy the sights at the rustic farmhouse, barns and an old post office turned restaurnat. Encounter friendly animals like goats and turkey, explore walking trails, and more. Check out www.redroosteramusementpark.com for more details of the reopening.
The Red Rooster Amusement Park and Cafe -2741 Frie
- Ararat, VA
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts BINGO night on the third Saturday of each month. Doors open at 5pm, and games begin at 6pm. Concessions are available. Proceeds help fund our scholarships and other community service projects throughout the year. The Ararat Ruritan Club is located at 4711 Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA.
A local support group formed to provide guidance and encouragement to breast cancer survivors meets the first Thursday of every month from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Therapy Direct in Stuart, VA. For those interested in joining the breast cancer support group, visit Facebook Messenger or by email at owens2125@msn.com.
The Stuart Elementary School Running Club will hit the pavements along the sidewalks in town on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Motorist should take caution and watch for these runners.
The Ararat Ruritan Club will hold Rook games every Monday night from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
People Incorporated Financial Services has been awarded $300,000 through the Commonwealth’s Capital for Communities Fund (CCCF) to support and empower women entrepreneurs with accessible financial products and coaching. Funding will also support existing business lending and technical assistance across the agency’s 16 city and county service area. “This funding allows us to expand access to much-needed capital to historically underserved populations, including women-owned businesses and low-income community members,” said People Incorporated Director of Community Economic Development Stephanie Lillard. “Women entrepreneurs continue to face barriers to capital needed to grow or start their businesses, and we hope this funding will help break down walls and support the start-up and expansion of women-owned businesses across the commonwealth.” The Federal Reserve’s 2022 Small Business Credit Survey showed that women-owned businesses frequently encounter barriers to obtaining capital to support and grow their businesses. People Incorporated established People Incorporated Financial Services in 2000 to meet the financing needs of disadvantaged individuals and entrepreneurs in Southwest Virginia and has since expanded to serve the Northern Piedmont, Northern Shenandoah Valley and Greater Prince William regions with its loan products and financial services. People Incorporated is proud to be the only Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) headquartered in Southwest Virginia. Visit our website to learn more about our business loans and financial services or give us a call at 276-619-2297!
Uptown Stagecoach is now operating on our summer extended hours, join us Friday & Saturday for dinner until 9:00 PM, and Sunday brunch till 4:00 PM.
Uptown Stagecoach - 121 N Main Street
- Stuart, VA
Whether you are a teacher, homeschool instructor, club sponsor, or anything in between, we are inviting you to plan your groups' next field trip to Fairy Stone State Park. Rangers may also be able to provide an outreach program at your school or organization! Request a Program Today! 800-933-7275 or visit www.virginiastateparks.gov.
Fairy Stone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
DMV Select will be open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. This office will be closed for lunch from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Additional questions, call 276-952-8815.
County Administration Building
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Patrick County Quilters' Sit-N-Sew is held on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Quilted Colors. For more information, call 276-694-3020 or email patrickcountyquilters@gmail.com
107 N Main Street - Uptown Stuart
- Stuart, VA 24171
Live music Saturdays and wood-fired pizza Sundays will begin again in May 2026 (weather permitting).
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge
- Floyd, VA
4th Sunday of every month - Cars and Coffee Cruise In, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Primitive Coffee, Antique Market and Bakery is open 7 days a week, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Primitive Coffee - 2577 JEB Stuart Hwy
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts the Mobile Food Pantry the last Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
Ararat Ruritan Club - 4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
The "Lord's Acre" in Stuart, VA, refers to the annual Lord's Acre Sale, a community-wide, nondenominational fundraiser held by local churches. The event features sales of homemade goods, crafts, and produce to support community projects like the Penny House (temporary housing for natural disaster victims) and other local outreach initiatives. The sale typically takes place on the fourth Saturday of September at the Stuart Rotary Building.
Rotary Building - Woodland Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
Villa Appalaccia will host live music Saturdays and Wood Fired Pizza on Sundays beginning in May 2026. Watch for calendar updates in 2026.
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge Road
- Floyd, VA 24091
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. -
Local items from Spencer Penn Vendors and Farms! Enjoy Fresh Vegetables, Fruit, Breads, Jellies, Starter Plants, Succulents, and Lots more Local Products! We can’t wait to see you! Mark your calendar: September 11th, September 18th, September 25th, October 2nd, October 9th, October 16th, October 23, October 30th, November 6th, November 13th, November 20th, November 27th, December 4th, December 11th, December 18th and December 25th. 2026 calendar forthcoming.
Spencer Penn Centre - 475 Spencer Penn Road
- Spencer, VA 24165
The Rock Spring Art Show opening reception and awards ceremony will be held Tuesday, September 16 at 6pm at the Reynolds Homestead. Prizes will be awarded to winners in each category. All artists who enter the show are encouraged to attend. The reception is open to the public, so artists are encouraged to invite friends and family. Many pieces will be labeled for purchase, and artists will be available for discussion that evening. Everyone is invited to attend the reception for an opportunity to meet the artists. The art will be on exhibit September 17 through October 24 and will be open for viewing Mondays-Fridays from 9am - 4pm and on Sundays, 1-4pm.
Registration information: https://reynoldshomestead.vt.edu/upcomin.../exhibitions.html
Reynolds Homestead Community Engagement Center - 4
- Critz, VA 24082
The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with P&HCC is pleased to announce Entrepreneurial Workshops to be offered to our community at the Patrick County Site. These 1- or 2-hour workshops help to equip our local businesses with skills to succeed. Anyone is welcome to register and for those Chamber Members in good standing, we will reimburse you after completion of the workshop(s). Note: The Excel Workshop has been rescheduled for Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Call P&HCC if you are interested in taking this workshop today.
P&HCC - Stuart Campus - 212 Wood Brothers Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
- 276-656-3461
- www.ph.augusoft.net
Registration is now open for the fall session of College for Older Adults. Classes begin October 6th and run for four weeks.
In addition to hiking, line dancing, and a variety of trips, we are pleased to partner with Virginia Tech faculty and students to offer some unique discussions.
--Rooted and Resilient: Rural Perspectives from Doctoral Candidates at VT Center for Rural Education
--Seeking Justice: The Extraordinary Freedom Suits of an Enslaved Virginia Family
Check out all course offerings:
reynoldshomestead.vt.edu/upcoming-events/COA.
Reynolds Homestead - 463 Homestead Lane
- Critz, VA 24082
- 276-694-7181
- www.reynoldshomestead.com
Save the Date! Doe Run Farm 2025 Sunflower Maze, located at 214 Marigold Lane in Ararat, Virginia will be celebrating 19 years. September 27th through November 2nd, 2025. Sunday - Friday (1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.); Saturday, (10:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.) Admission: $10 for all ages / 3 years and under FREE. Admission includes Sunflower Maze, Hay Rides, Jump Pad, Swings, Double Slides, Barrel of Laughs, Corn Hole and More! Also, there will be pumpkins, straw, corn stalks, mums, and apples. Apple pies, hot dogs, popcorn, homemade jelly, apple butter and t-shirts. Apple Launcher, Pick-Your-Own Sunflowers and Zinnias! Hosts: Buddy and Jeanie Puckett. Visit us at www.doerunfarmvirginia.com or Facebook: DoeRunFarmVA
Doe Run Farm -214 Marigold Lane
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-8287/276-730-4831
- www.doerunfarmvirginia.com
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts BINGO night on the third Saturday of each month. Doors open at 5pm, and games begin at 6pm. Concessions are available. Proceeds help fund our scholarships and other community service projects throughout the year. The Ararat Ruritan Club is located at 4711 Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA.
Mabry Mill Update for 2025: The Mabry Mill restaurant is not operating in 2025, but the historic mill grounds have reopened after a significant roof replacement completed in August 2025. The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking a new concessionaire to operate the restaurant and gift shop, with new services expected to begin in January 2026. In the meantime, visitors can explore the historic mill, watch demonstrations like blacksmithing and weaving, and enjoy music on select Sundays. Status of the restaurant: Closed for 2025: The restaurant is not open for the 2025 season. New concession contract: The NPS is re-soliciting a concession contract to provide food, beverage, and retail services. Proposals are due soon, and a new operator is expected to be in place for services beginning January 1, 2026. Hope for reopening: The community and visitors hope for a restaurant to open soon, as it was a major tourism driver.
Monday Market at Fairy Stone State Park, Mondays, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at picnic shelters 3 & 4.
Fairy Stone State Park, 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
JEB Stuart Rescue Squad Community Breakfast -- first Saturday of the month.
JEB Stuart Rescue Squad Community Bldg
Live music Saturdays and wood-fired pizza Sundays will begin again in May 2026 (weather permitting).
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge
- Floyd, VA
Fairy Stone State Park will host the Moonshine Hollow Hike. Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by. Visit the remains of two old moonshine stills and learn about the very interesting, and sometimes tragic, history of our local moonshining activities -- Fridays, 10 a.m. at the Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center. Guests will meet an interpreter at the Visitor Center then drive to the hike location. This hike is over steep, uneven terrain and is difficult. High top shoes, long pants, insect spray and a walking stick are advised. 1-276-930-2424 or visit www.dcr.virginia.gov/state parks/fairy-stone.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center - 967 Fairys
- Stuart, VA
DMV Select will be open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. This office will be closed for lunch from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Additional questions, call 276-952-8815.
County Administration Building
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Red Rooster Amusement Park and Cafe, located at 2741 Friends Mission Road in Ararat, VA will re-open in April. It will offer an array of classic family rides that are for everyone in the family -- enjoy the joy of the Allan Hershel carousal, take flight on the sky-fighter jets, or ride the Sun and Moon kids ferris wheel. Fair type games will bring laughter to your day. The park and cafe is situated at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy the sights at the rustic farmhouse, barns and an old post office turned restaurnat. Encounter friendly animals like goats and turkey, explore walking trails, and more. Check out www.redroosteramusementpark.com for more details of the reopening.
The Red Rooster Amusement Park and Cafe -2741 Frie
- Ararat, VA
A local support group formed to provide guidance and encouragement to breast cancer survivors meets the first Thursday of every month from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Therapy Direct in Stuart, VA. For those interested in joining the breast cancer support group, visit Facebook Messenger or by email at owens2125@msn.com.
The Ararat Ruritan Club will hold Rook games every Monday night from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
People Incorporated Financial Services has been awarded $300,000 through the Commonwealth’s Capital for Communities Fund (CCCF) to support and empower women entrepreneurs with accessible financial products and coaching. Funding will also support existing business lending and technical assistance across the agency’s 16 city and county service area. “This funding allows us to expand access to much-needed capital to historically underserved populations, including women-owned businesses and low-income community members,” said People Incorporated Director of Community Economic Development Stephanie Lillard. “Women entrepreneurs continue to face barriers to capital needed to grow or start their businesses, and we hope this funding will help break down walls and support the start-up and expansion of women-owned businesses across the commonwealth.” The Federal Reserve’s 2022 Small Business Credit Survey showed that women-owned businesses frequently encounter barriers to obtaining capital to support and grow their businesses. People Incorporated established People Incorporated Financial Services in 2000 to meet the financing needs of disadvantaged individuals and entrepreneurs in Southwest Virginia and has since expanded to serve the Northern Piedmont, Northern Shenandoah Valley and Greater Prince William regions with its loan products and financial services. People Incorporated is proud to be the only Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) headquartered in Southwest Virginia. Visit our website to learn more about our business loans and financial services or give us a call at 276-619-2297!
Whether you are a teacher, homeschool instructor, club sponsor, or anything in between, we are inviting you to plan your groups' next field trip to Fairy Stone State Park. Rangers may also be able to provide an outreach program at your school or organization! Request a Program Today! 800-933-7275 or visit www.virginiastateparks.gov.
Fairy Stone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
The Patrick County Quilters' Sit-N-Sew is held on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Quilted Colors. For more information, call 276-694-3020 or email patrickcountyquilters@gmail.com
107 N Main Street - Uptown Stuart
- Stuart, VA 24171
4th Sunday of every month - Cars and Coffee Cruise In, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Primitive Coffee, Antique Market and Bakery is open 7 days a week, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Primitive Coffee - 2577 JEB Stuart Hwy
- Meadows of Dan, VA 24120
The Ararat Ruritan Club hosts the Mobile Food Pantry the last Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
Ararat Ruritan Club - 4711 Ararat Hwy
- Ararat, VA
- 276-251-1408
The Spencer Penn Centre will host the Farmers' market on Thursdays, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., under the pavilion. Enjoy fresh produce and local crafts.
Spencer Penn Centre - 475 Spencer Penn Road
- Spencer, VA
- 276-957-5757
The Spencer Penn Centre will host Chair Aerobics with Judi Perrin on Tuesdays at 9:00 a.m. This is a 45-minute exercise class which promotes strength building and fun! $5.00 fee per individual.
Spencer Penn Centre - 475 Spencer Penn Road
- Spencer, VA
- 276-957-5757
- Spencer, VA
The "Lord's Acre" in Stuart, VA, refers to the annual Lord's Acre Sale, a community-wide, nondenominational fundraiser held by local churches. The event features sales of homemade goods, crafts, and produce to support community projects like the Penny House (temporary housing for natural disaster victims) and other local outreach initiatives. The sale typically takes place on the fourth Saturday of September at the Stuart Rotary Building.
Rotary Building - Woodland Drive
- Stuart, VA 24171
Villa Appalaccia will host live music Saturdays and Wood Fired Pizza on Sundays beginning in May 2026. Watch for calendar updates in 2026.
Villa Appalaccia - 752 Rock Castle Gorge Road
- Floyd, VA 24091
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