Upcoming events:
Wednesday, May 29:
Little Critters Petting Zoo
At the Christiansburg Library; 10 a.m. – noon. Little Critters Petting Zoo will be here with all sorts of fun animals. This event is outside, keep an eye out for weather cancellations.
Blacksburg Farmers Market
At Market Square Park, 100 Draper Rd SW, Blacksburg; 2 – 6 p.m. The Blacksburg Farmers Market is a local, family-friendly gathering place in downtown Blacksburg featuring farmers of locally grown produce and meats, alongside artisans of baked goods and handmade crafts. For more information, visit http://blacksburgfarmersmarket.com.
Friday, May 31:
Radford Summer Reading Kick-off Party
At Radford Public Library; noon – 3 p.m. Summer Reading is here. Join us for an all-ages Kick-Off Party and get registered for the Summer Reading Program. We will have a special cake to celebrate and goody bags for the first 50 people who register, and games will also be out to play. This year’s theme is Adventure Begins at Your Library – we can’t wait to adventure with you.
Meadowbrook Summer Reading Kick-off Event
Join Meadowbrook Library, Shawsville, in the courtyard to kickstart summer reading. The Salvation Army will be serving free hot dogs during this event, while supplies last. Schedule of events: 5- 6 p.m. Stop by the signup table to get registered for the Summer Reading Program, then kids can participate in a fun activity with a book adventure theme; 6 -7 p.m. All ages are invited to play Bingo in the courtyard. In case of rain, event will be held inside the Carilion Community Room.
Saturday, June 1:
Blacksburg Farmers Market
At Market Square Park, 100 Draper Rd SW, Blacksburg; 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. The Blacksburg Farmers Market is a local, family-friendly gathering place in downtown Blacksburg featuring farmers of locally grown produce and meats, alongside artisans of baked goods and handmade crafts. For more information, visit http://blacksburgfarmersmarket.com.
Radford Farmer’s Market
Every Saturday through October; 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on the grounds of Glencoe Mansion, 600 Unruh Dr. Visit weekly for an ever-changing supply of homemade goodies, crafts, plants, meats, produce, and more.
Sunday, June 2:
Books & Brews
Join The Radford Public Library at Long Way Brewing for a discussion on the book “Breaking and Entering.” The book discussion is informal and relaxed – just have a talk with your tablemates! Copies of the book are available for checkout. Advance copies are given to those who attend book club and 10% discount is given to book club participants for LWB drinks.
Tuesday, June 4:
Coffee Club for Adults (age 50+)
Cultivate community by making new friends at Radford Public Library; 10- 11 a.m. Adults 50+ years are encouraged to come out and enjoy coffee and baked goods together. This informal gathering will be hosted by RPL staff member Monika. Please join us, get connected over coffee, and share your stories in this informal gathering – it’s all grounds for a good time! (We’ll also have tea and other beverages).
Wednesday, June 5:
Market Square Jam
Blacksburg’s Market Square Jam is an official Crooked Road affiliated venue that provides fun and entertainment on Wednesday evenings, June through September. The Jam takes place at Market Square Park from 7-9 p.m. Host Band: The Jug Busters (Russ Boyd). For more information and a list of hosts, please visit blacksburg.gov/marketsquarejam.
Thursday, June 6:
American Legion meeting
The American Legion, Harvey Howe Carper Post 30 will meet at 6 p.m. at the VFW Post Home, 102 Watts St., Radford. For further information, please call 540-250-2283 or 540-239-9864.
Friday, June 7:
Friday night outdoor concert
Featuring: The Blacksburg Community Band. The summer of 2024 lineup of outdoor concerts offers six bands throughout June and July. Live music will take place Friday evenings on Henderson Lawn at the corner of Main Street and College Avenue, from 6-7:30 p.m. In case of inclement weather, the event will be canceled.
Saturday, June 8:
Rockin’ Main Street Concert
The Town of Christiansburg is hosting Rockin’ Main Street, a fun-for-all event with live music from two exciting artists on East Main St. Start the evening off with country music singer/songwriter, Drew Pace taking the stage at 5 p.m. At 7 p.m., country/Americana act, Lyn Avenue will perform. Lyn Avenue brings catchy, compelling stories driven by rich vocals, electrifying leads, and boot stomping rhythms. Beer, wine, and food trucks will be available at the event. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs to sit watch the live music. Be sure to bring your IDs if you plan to purchase beer or wine.
Red Cross blood drive
At St. Thomas Episcopal Church,103 E. Main St., Christiansburg; 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Appointments: https://www.redcrossblood.org.
Fish Fry
Mount Tabor Ruritan Club will hold its June Fish Fry, 5 – 7 p.m. at Slusser’s Chapel Picnic Shelter, 1543 Mount Tabor Rd, Blacksburg. Serving fish, fries and slaw; homemade desserts; and beverages. Adults-$12, children under 12- $6, children under three-free and carry-outs-$12. This month, the Blacksburg Community Band will be playing. Held rain or shine. Call or text 540-449-6178 for further information. On Facebook at MtTaborRuritan.
Sunday, June 9:
Vintage Market
At Market Square Park, 100 Draper Rd SW, Blacksburg; 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The market is made up of a carefully chosen group of vendors selling a wide selection of quality vintage items, upcycled crafts, and occasional antiques. For more information, visit blacksburgfarmersmarket.com/vintage-market/.
Monday, June 10:
Radford City Council meeting
The Radford City Council will hold its regularly scheduled meeting at 7 p.m. in council chambers at the Radford Municipal Building, 10 Robertson St., Radford. Citizens are invited to attend and allowed to speak at each meeting. See the agenda at www.radfordva.gov.
Montgomery County Board of Supervisors meeting
Public meetings are normally held the second and fourth Monday of each month at the Montgomery County Government Center, 755 Roanoke St. in Christiansburg. Closed sessions begin at 6 p.m. if needed. Open sessions begin at 7:15 p.m. Citizens are invited to attend and allowed to speak at each meeting. All regular meetings of the Board of Supervisors are rebroadcast on Montgomery County Comcast and Shentel Channels 190 daily.
Tuesday, June 11:
Blacksburg Town Council meeting
The council meets in regular session the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the Roger E. Hedgepeth Chambers of the Blacksburg Municipal Building, 300 S. Main St. These meetings are open to the public and televised live on WTOB Channel 2.
Christiansburg Town Council meeting
Regular town council meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month beginning at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Town Hall (100 E. Main St.). The public is welcome and encouraged to attend, with a citizen hearing time reserved at each meeting for residents to bring any matter they desire before the entire council.
Saturday, June 15:
Pilot Community yard sale
At the Pilot Community Center, 4449 Brush Creek Rd., Pilot, Va.; 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Event is free and open to the public. Renting a space is $10. Bring your own tables and canopy. To reserve your space: 540-257-3336 or ali5jn@aol.com.
