The Smith Mountain Lake Pistol Shooting Association is holding a Gun Raffle in support of 4-H Youth Programs for 2013. This year’s goal is to raise at least $2000 to cover the costs of 10 new .177 Caliber Air Pistols and associated accessories to provide for and support a new Pistol Shooting Program for 4-H kids in summer youth camp. The kids already shoot long gun air rifles and archery
The Smith Mountain Lake Triathlon is the first open water swim triathlon in the western part of the state. This race has been around for a long time and is one of the most popular in the VTS. The water for the swim has historically been in the upper 60′s so wetsuits are recommended but are not mandatory. The event takes place on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 9am at
The annual Expo will be held on Friday, April 26th, in Downtown Moneta. The businesses will be set up on the southwest side of Rt. 122 and Rt. 608 – across from Mayberry Hills. Event hours are Noon to 5 p.m. This year, over local 120 businesses will be represented in four large tents as well as outside exhibits, with representatives demonstrating products, answering questions and handing out literature, samples
Are you planning to come? Next week is the SML Chamber Business Expo and the Rockin’ Brews and BBQ Festival. Come learn about all that SML has to offer on Friday from noon – 5:00 PM then have some SML fun with barbecue, music and fun on Saturday from 11:00 – 6:00 PM.
Have you made your plans? The Smith Mountain Lake Rockin’ Brews and BBQs Festival will be here soon on Saturday, April 26th from 11:00 – 6:00 PM. The Smith Mountain Lake Chamber of Commerce sponsors the annual event that boasts the best music, brews and barbecues with various sauces. There are also activities for the kids and the always beautiful backdrop of Smith Mountain Lake. So bring the family and
The 17th Annual SML Invitational Tournament hosts a full field of golfers representing a wide variety of businesses from the Smith Mountain Lake region. The 18-hole-event-format is Captain’s Choice four-person best-ball with cash and prizes awarded. This year’s signature sponsor is The Willard Companies. Registration & Range Open: 11:30 -12:45, Lunch: 11:30 -12:30, Shotgun Start: 1:00 PM, $240.00 Foursome – $60.00 per player, sponsored by the SMLRCC. The third in
For some seasonal holiday lights head to Bedford for the annual Holiday Lights Display on Dec. 14th -31st enjoy the extensive decorations and approximately 50,000 lights that adorn the grounds at the Elks National Home in Bedford. The Elks home is located on 931 Ashland Ave. in Bedford, Va. and is a retirement community dedicated entirely to the Elks membership. The beautiful Elks National Home has been called the “Crown
Be sure to catch Franklin County’s 9th Annual Christmas Celebration features arts, crafts, music and food in Downtown Rocky Mount, Va. on December 7th 2012 from 5:30-9 pm. Enjoy the holiday celebration with your family & friends, admission is free. There will be plenty of fun activities for the whole family. Also, James Nagy will be signing his new book, “Images of America Franklin County” at The Artisan Center along
Hickory Hill will hold their annual Christmas Open House, where you can sip hot mulled wine, taste seasonal snacks and purchase gifts for the wine lovers on your holiday gift list, on December 15, 2012 from 11 am to 5 pm. The vineyard is located at 1722 Hickory Cove Lane, Moneta Va. 24121. First planted as a hobby vineyard in 1984 by Roanoke natives with lake property, Hickory Hill has
This Christmas season, be sure to add the Downtown Moneta Light Display for 2012to your holiday event calendar! Starting Friday November 30th Celebration Square in Downtown Moneta will be lit up for the holidays with a dancing musical light show every night from 5-10 pm. There are activities for good boys and girls of all ages! The event will take place at 1100 Celebration Ave., Celebration Square, in Moneta from
