Saturday, July 3:
Teen DnD
At the Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library online at 4 p.m. DnD is now virtual on Discord. The library staff suggests downloading Discord on your device for ease of access, but this is not required. Email shodges@mfrl.org for the discord server link.
Teen Game Night
At the Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library online at 5:30 p.m. Join in for a live, interactive game night online. Teens will play jackbox party night games on family friendly settings. Email shodges@mfrl.org for more info.
Christiansburg July 4th Celebration
The Town of Christiansburg Fourth of July celebration will be held from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on West Main Street. The festival will feature live music performances by Gate 10, Flannel Jukebox, and Don and the Deltones Plus. Food and vendors will be along Main Street, and a special Kids Zone will be available.
The event for the whole family is free and will be capped off at 9:15 with fireworks best viewed from the Uptown Christiansburg or Walmart parking lots.
Sunday, July 4:
City of Radford “Spirit of America” July 4th Celebration
The City of Radford presents a full day of live music, free kids activities, inflatables and attractions, food and craft vendors, and fireworks to close the event. Music will be headlined by Country Music Association Hall of Fame member and Statler Brother Jimmy Fortune. Opening for Fortune will be country music singer Wade Hayes. The schedule of events: 1-6 p.m. – Rides and Games; 1:30-2:30 p.m. – Faithful Praise (gospel); 2:45-3:45 p.m. – Glen Shelton; 4-5 p.m. The Castaways (Beach Music); 5-5:45 p.m. – Opening Ceremonies with Mayor David Horton and the National Anthem sung by Glen Shelton, followed by patriotic readings from Dr. Dick Harshberger; 6-7p.m. – Wade Hayes (country); 7:15-8:45 p.m. – Jimmy Fortune (country); and 9:30 p.m. – fireworks sponsored by Third Security
Blacksburg Fireworks Show
The Town of Blacksburg’s 2021 fireworks show will take place at 9:30 p.m. rain or shine at the old Blacksburg High School property on Patrick Henry Drive.
Talking about Books
At the Christiansburg Library from 11 a.m. until noon. Discussed in person and virtually will be “Deacon King Kong” by James McBride.
Talking About Books
At the Meadowbrook Public Libraryat 6 p.m. To be discussed is “The Dutch House” by Ann Patchett. Call to reserve your copy.
Monday, July 5:
City of Radford Offices Closed
The City of Radford offices will be closed for the July 4th holiday. Solid waste collection normally on Monday will be collected on Tuesday, July 6. The Drop Center and the Radford Public Library will also be closed on July 5.
Town of Christiansburg Offices Closed
In observance of Independence Day, Christiansburg Town Hall will be closed on Monday, July 5. The Christiansburg Aquatic Center and the Christiansburg Recreation will be closed on Sunday, July 4, and Monday, July 5. Solid waste normally collected on Mondays was collected on Friday, July 2, with Friday’s regular collection.
Town of Blacksburg Offices Closed
All Town of Blacksburg administrative offices will be closed on Monday, July 5, in observance of the July 4th Holiday. Blacksburg Community and Aquatic Centers are closed Sunday, July 4, and will be open regular hours Monday, July 5. There will be no refuse/recycling service in the SE Quadrant on Monday, July 5. Mak- up service is Wednesday, July 7.
Tuesday, July 6 – Friday, July 9:
Archery Clinic
Christiansburg Parks and Recreation is having an archery clinic July 6-9 for ages 7-13 from 10 a.m. until noon at the Triangle Archery Club. Sign up by calling 540-382-2349 or by visiting
www.christiansburg.org/register. The registration deadline is July 2, and the registration fee is $30.
Wednesday, July 7:
Virtual Event: Shadow Puppetry
Matt Sandbank is a nationally touring shadow puppeteer based in Austin, Texas. Join in virtually for a collection of wordless shadow shorts that will surprise and delight audiences with visual storytelling. Come and see the show via Zoom Webinars. Webinar ID: 819 0720 7445 Passcode: 563317
Thursday, July 8:
Talking About Books
At the Meadowbrook Public Library at 11 a.m. To be discussed is “Braiding Sweetgrass” by Robin Wall Kimmer. Call to reserve your copy.
DnD One shot
Thursday July 8 (and Thursday, July 15) at 1 p.m.at the Montgomery Floyd Regional Library online. Create a level-one character and join in for a special teen DnD mini-campaign game. Email shodges@mfrl.org for the discord server link.
Friday, July 9:
Blood Drive
The bloodmobile will be at Professional Rehab Associates, 1200 Tyler Ave., Radford from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m. Call 1-800-REDCROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org to schedule an appointment.
Saturday, July 10:
New River Valley Garden Tour
The cost is $15 with the tour conducted from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. rain or shine. Advance tickets, maps, and brochures are now available at each branch of the Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library
Mt. Tabor Ruritan Fish Fry
Mount Tabor Ruritan Club will hold its July Fish Fry from 5 to 7 p.m. at Slusser’s Chapel Picnic Shelter, 1543 Mount Tabor Rd, Blacksburg. To be offered are single servings of fish,
fries, slaw, homemade desserts, and beverages. The cost is $8 for adults and $5 for children under 12. Children under three eat free. Carry-outs will also be $8. DJ Gene Broadus will be spinning some music, and the fish fry will be held rain or shine. Call or text 540-449-6178 for further information.
Saturday, July 17; Saturday, Aug. 7
Pilot Community Center auctions
At its most recent meeting, members of the Pilot Community Center decided to hold auctions to raffle off three gift cards of $25 each at Linkous Auctions. These will be the community center’s only fundraisers until the fall to have money for other renovations. Community members will be set up from 9 a.m. until noon and then will take the tickets to Larry Linkous, who will draw the winning tickets and announce the winners. The auction schedule and set-up locations are July 17, Old Sourwood Road; and Aug. 7, Chloe Bishop, 5950 Riner Road.
Monday, July 12:
Break-in Bags
Beginning at 10 a.m. at the Blacksburg, Christiansburg, Jessie Peterman Memorial and Meadowbrook Public Library branches. Solve three puzzles to find the numeric code that will open the lock and free your loot. Recommended for ages 10 years and up. Supplies limited.
STEM Club
At the Christiansburg Library at 1 p.m. Watch the library’s virtual STEM club. Pick up the activity materials in advance from July 5 through July 10. Email shodges@mfrl.org for any questions.
Monday, July 12 – Wednesday, July 14:
Basketball Clinic
Christiansburg’s Parks and Recreation Department will host a basketball clinic from July 12-14 for ages 5-14 at the Christiansburg Recreation Center. The registration fee is $30. Register by July 9 at 540-382-2349 or www.christiansburg.org/register.
Tuesday, July 13:
MCPS public hearing on health, safety plan
Montgomery County Public Schools will hold a public hearing on the 2021-2022 Health and Safety Plan on July 13. Online comments will also be accepted. More information is available at https://buff.ly/3zC1Jl2
Sons of Confederate Veterans meeting:
The Sons of Confederate Veterans, Stuart Horse Artillery Camp 1784, will meet at 7 p.m. at Aly’s Italian Family Restaurant on 3204 Riner Road. Members of the United Daughters of the Confederacy (UDC) are invited to attend. The evening will include a discussion on the 50th Virginia Infantry Regiment. For further information, please call 320-4315 or 239-9864.
Wednesday, July 14:
Radford Library Brown Bag Book Club
The Brown Bag Book Club is getting together again. Read “Follow the River” by James Alexander Thom and join the club to discuss this book at noon. No formal commitment is needed. Just drop in when the book appeals to you.
Wednesday, July 14 – Saturday, July 17:
Freedom Fellowship Vacation Bible School
The Wednesday through Friday session, July 14 through July 16, will be held from 6:30 p.m until 9 p.m. The Saturday session will be held from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. All sessions will take place at 1730 West Street, Radford (near Bisset Park). The fun will include songs, skits, Bible lessons, crafts, games, and food each day.
Saturday, July 17:
Caturday
All day at the Christiansburg Library. Sign up at the front desk for a 15-minute slot to read to a cat from the Montgomery County Animal Care and Adoption Center to practice reading and socialize shelter cats. All ages. Email shodges@mfrl.org for more information.
Monday, July 19 – Thursday, July 22:
CHS Volleyball Camp
From 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Christiansburg Recreation Center for ages nine through 12. Register by calling 540-382-2349 or visit www.christiansburg.org/register. The registration deadline is Friday, July 16. The registration fee is $30.
Ongoing:
Through July 12:
Registration for 4-H Summer Day Camps
Montgomery County 4-H is offering two summer day camps in late July, Taste of 4-H Adventures and Outdoor Enthusiasts. Registration for one or both camps at https://tinyurl.com/21mont4hsummercamps is ongoing until 5 p.m. on Monday July 12.
Now through July 17:
Montgomery Floyd Regional Library Summer Reading Program
Sign up in person or online. Participants may choose how long they want to read every day, Log the days they read, and win a free book when they read for 10 days, and a raffle entry for prizes when they read for 15 days. Adults can register online and log their reading to be automatically entered in weekly prize drawings.
Through July 31:
Radford Public Library’s Summer Reading Program
Through Saturday, July 31, the library will be running its annual summer reading program for kids, teens, and adults. The summer reading program promotes reading daily to earn prizes and to earn entries to win raffle baskets. The program is a fun way to promote literacy, encourage reading as a healthy habit, and help readers experience reading as fun and adventurous.
Through Aug. 29:
Glencoe Mansion, Museum and Gallery exhibit “Mountain Rail Trails”
Glencoe Mansion, Museum and Gallery is presenting its exhibit, “Mountain Rail Trails,” featuring photography by Dale R. Carlson of Bluemoonistic Images.
The exhibit will be on display through August 29 and dovetails nicely with the train observatory platform and exhibit found at the edge of the grounds of Glencoe. Everyone is welcome to visit the museum and there is no admission charge. Glencoe is located at 600 Unruh Dr. in Radford.
Through September:
Blacksburg’s Market Square Jam 2021
Blacksburg’s Market Square Jam 2021 will continue each Wednesday from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. through September at Market Square Park.
Through October:
Radford Farmers Market
The Radford Farmers Market will be held each Saturday through October 30, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the New River Valley Community Service parking lot (the old Wade’s parking lot) on West Main Street
Christiansburg Farmers Market
The Christiansburg Farmers Market will be held every Thursday through October at the Christiansburg Recreation Center parking lot from 3 to 7 p.m.
