Events

The Alleghany County Fiddlers Convention will be held Friday and Saturday, July 17 and 18 in Sparta, N.C., at the Higgins Agricultural Fairgrounds on U.S. 21.

The convention, now in its 15th year, has competition for bluegrass and old time musicians in band, individual, and youth categories, along with dance for adults, juniors and children. Special music, cloggers, plenty of food vendors and camping are also featured. Seats are available in the ample grandstand, or bring a folding chair to set in front of the stage.

Highlights include performances by Big Country Bluegrass on Friday evening and a dance workshop free to convention attendees at 2 p.m. on Saturday.

A total of $2,850 in cash prizes will be awarded to contest winners. Emcees are Sonia Joines and Harold Mitchell. Camping is available beginning at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15.

Admission is $6 for Friday, $7 for Saturday, or $10 for both days. Children under 12 free with adult. Camping spaces are $12 per night per space, with or without hookup, and are first come, first served.

For more information, see www.alleghanyfiddlers.com.

The Alleghany County Fiddlers Convention will be held Friday and Saturday, July 17 and 18 in Sparta, N.C., at the Higgins Agricultural Fairgrounds on U.S. 21.

The convention, now in its 15th year, has competition for bluegrass and old time musicians in band, individual, and youth categories, along with dance for adults, juniors and children. Special music, cloggers, plenty of food vendors and camping are also featured. Seats are available in the ample grandstand, or bring a folding chair to set in front of the stage.

Highlights include performances by Big Country Bluegrass on Friday evening and a dance workshop free to convention attendees at 2 p.m. on Saturday.

A total of $2,850 in cash prizes will be awarded to contest winners. Emcees are Sonia Joines and Harold Mitchell. Camping is available beginning at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15.

Admission is $6 for Friday, $7 for Saturday, or $10 for both days. Children under 12 free with adult. Camping spaces are $12 per night per space, with or without hookup, and are first come, first served.

For more information, see www.alleghanyfiddlers.com.

Please join the Bridle Creek Charge for Camp E.D.G.E. VBS at Bridle Creek UMC on Sunday, July 19 from 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. and on July 20-21 from 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. each evening.  For more information call (276) 773-2093.

Please join the Bridle Creek Charge for Camp E.D.G.E. VBS at Bridle Creek UMC on Sunday, July 19 from 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. and on July 20-21 from 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. each evening.  For more information call (276) 773-2093.

Please join the Bridle Creek Charge for Camp E.D.G.E. VBS at Bridle Creek UMC on Sunday, July 19 from 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. and on July 20-21 from 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. each evening.  For more information call (276) 773-2093.

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

Independence High School 1971 Class Reunion
Saturday, July 25 at Independence Fire Hall 10:00A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
Bring Potluck meal and a classmate. Info Contact Julia 773-3647

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre will have a Charity Bazaar & Yardsale to support their Scholarship Fund, today and tomorrow, July 31 (9-noon) and August 1 (8-noon), at 412 W Stuart Dr in Downtown Galax (2 houses down from Knight's Inn beside the Doctor's Inn).  Plenty of parking on Center Street.  New items and previously-owned quality goods at rock bottom prices.  Antiques, garden supplies, furniture, designer children's clothing, toys, housewares, books, bicycles, dance items, lamps, upholstery fabric and much more!

Help support a worthy cause and get great deals.  Call 276-238-9064 or 233-0324 for more info.

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre will have a Charity Bazaar & Yardsale to support their Scholarship Fund, today and tomorrow, July 31 (9-noon) and August 1 (8-noon), at 412 W Stuart Dr in Downtown Galax (2 houses down from Knight's Inn beside the Doctor's Inn).  Plenty of parking on Center Street.  New items and previously-owned quality goods at rock bottom prices.  Antiques, garden supplies, furniture, designer children's clothing, toys, housewares, books, bicycles, dance items, lamps, upholstery fabric and much more!

Help support a worthy cause and get great deals.  Call 276-238-9064 or 233-0324 for more info.

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!