Today, Wednesday, Nov. 12:
Deadline to register for Holiday Trees at the Blacksburg Museum
Downtown Blacksburg, Inc. (DBI) is hosting a holiday wonderland in the Blacksburg Museum. All are invited to decorate a tree to showcase their business or organization at no cost. Community will vote for their favorite tree. Participant with the winning tree will receive special promotions on social media. Participants must set up/furnish their tree between Nov. 20 – 26. Trees will officially go on display Nov. 29 through Jan. 3. Keep designs family-friendly and representative of your organization and the holiday season. You do not have to be a DBI member to participate. For an entry form, email Tracie Hughes at dbi@downtownblacksburg.com. Entry deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 12.
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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 blacksburgfarmersmarket.com.
Thursday, Nov. 13:
Congressman Griffith staff hours
Congressman Griffith’s Ninth District staff will be available at the Radford Recreation Building, 200 George St., Radford, 12:30- 2 p.m. In the event of inclement weather (heavy snow, sleet, icy rain, etc.), traveling office hours may be rescheduled to avoid putting constituents at risk. If the city’s schools are closed, then its office hours will be closed as well. Please contact the Christiansburg Office at 540-381-5671 or the Abingdon Office at 276-525-1405 with any questions or to schedule an appointment time in the event of office hours cancellation.
Glencoe art exhibit
“Imagination, Reality, and Memories,” featuring the works of artist Yvonne Alderman, will be on display at the Glencoe Mansion Nov. 6 through Jan. 18, 2026. There will be an opening reception, Nov. 13, 5:30 – 7 p.m. The reception is open to all, is family friendly, and free to attend. Glencoe Mansion, located at 600 Unruh St., Radford, is open Wednesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays 1 – 4 p.m. There is no admission charge.
Acupuncture for pets talk
At the Radford Public Library, 7 p.m. Acupuncture isn’t just for people. It can also support pets with pain relief, mobility, and stress reduction! Learn how this time-tested practice fits into modern veterinary care helping tails wag and paws move! Dr. Hansen (a.k.a. Carol Kern), a local vet with 30 years of experience, will talk about integrating acupuncture into her practice as an additional tool to help her four-legged patients. Join us for her talk!
Friday, Nov. 14:
History of the Radford Arsenal: 1938-1946
Join Warm Hearth Village for a fascinating look back at the early history of the Radford Army Ammunition Plant, originally known as the Radford Ordnance Works. Learn How this 6901-acre facility – complete with its own rail system – was built in record time during WWII, sparking a housing boom in Radford, Fairlawn, and beyond, to accommodate 20,000 workers. Both men and women labored in ammunition production to support U.S. forces in WWII, the Korean Conflict, the Vietnam War, and beyond. The event is at 11 a.m. at The Village Center, 2387 Warm Hearth Dr., Blacksburg.
Share your feedback on fire and rescue services
Montgomery County has partnered with Mission CIT, LLC to complete a comprehensive study of the county’s Fire and Rescue/EMS system, including services provided in the towns of Blacksburg and Christiansburg and by the Virginia Tech Rescue Squad. Study will assess the current volunteer-career model and develop strategic recommendations for the future, strengthening the volunteer system and enhancing how the county and towns work together to provide high-quality emergency services. Complete a brief online survey and share thoughts on fire and rescue services in our community. Responses will remain anonymous. Complete the community survey here: https://bit.ly/fire-ems-study-2025. Open house community meetings will be held at the Montgomery County Government Center, Multipurpose 1, 755 Roanoke St., Christiansburg: Friday, Nov. 14, 7 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 16, 2 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 15:
Blacksburg Farmers Market
At Market Square Park, 100 Draper Rd SW, Blacksburg; 9 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 blacksburgfarmersmarket.com.
Thanksgiving during the American Revolution
Historic Smithfield will host a special living-history event celebrating how early Americans marked Thanksgiving during the Revolutionary War era, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Historic Smithfield, 1000 Merry Oak Way, Blacksburg. Visitors can explore 18th-century life through interactive demonstrations, a colonial militia encampment, traditional music, and artisan vendors. A highlight of this year’s event is the arrival of the VA250 Mobile Museum, part of Virginia’s statewide initiative to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States. This traveling exhibit showcases Virginia’s pivotal role in the American Revolution and offers an immersive way for families to connect with our shared heritage.
Historic Smithfield Pie Baking Contest
As part of the day’s festivities, Historic Smithfield will also host its annual Pie Baking Contest, inviting community members to craft pies inspired by 18th-century recipes. The contest includes Adult and Youth divisions, with judging based on historical authenticity, flavor, and presentation. Winners will be announced during the event, followed by public tasting. Pie drop-off 10- 11 a.m.; judging at 11 a.m. These activities celebrate community, creativity, and Virginia’s history—offering a wonderful opportunity for families and history enthusiasts to come together as part of the ongoing VA250 Commemoration.
Sunday, Nov. 16:
154th Church Anniversary
“First Baptist Church on the Rock,” at 555 West Rock Rd., Radford, will celebrate its 154th Church Anniversary at the 11 a.m. morning worship. The theme for this year is “Celebrating God’s Unfailing Love” Lamentations 3:22-23 – “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.”
Monday, Nov. 17:
Public Input Meeting for Airport Master Plan Update
The Virginia Tech / Montgomery Regional Airport Authority, in partnership with transportation consulting firm, Parrish and Partners LLC, will hold a public input meeting, 6-8 p.m., at the BCB Airport Terminal, 1601 Research Center Dr. The meeting will provide information on the progress of an ongoing Airport Master Plan Update and will give participants an opportunity for citizen input. For more information, contact Keith Holt at 540-231-4444 or visit https://vtmea.com/.
RCPS Spec. Ed. Advisory meeting
A Radford City Public Schools Special Education Advisory Committee meeting will be held at 4 p.m. at Belle Heth Elementary School, 151 George St., Radford. The public is invited to attend. The meeting will also be available virtually using Google Meet. To be invited using Google Meet, contact Melissa Jarrell, Chair, at 540-731-3652, or Kate Leeper, Vice Chair, at 540-731-3647, to obtain a virtual meeting link.
Thursday, Nov. 20:
Sons of Confederate Veterans meeting
The Sons of Confederate Veterans, Stuart Horse Artillery Camp 1784 will meet at 7 p.m. at the NRV Super Bowl, 375 Arbor Dr. NE, Christiansburg. Members of the United Daughters of the Confederacy (UDC) are also invited to attend. UDC member Lynn Reed will give a presentation on “Montgomery White Sulphur Springs.” For further information, please call 540-320-4315 or 540-239-9864.
Radford Photo Club meeting
The next meeting of The Radford Photo Club is Thursday, Nov. 20, at 6 p.m. at the Radford Public Library. Linda Waggaman of Radford will give the program on travel photography. The photo challenge is barns.
Monday, Nov. 24:
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.
No Radford City Council meeting
There is no second city council meeting for the month of November.
Tuesday, Nov. 25:
No Christiansburg Town Council meeting
The regularly scheduled meeting is cancelled due to Thanksgiving Week
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.
Saturday, Dec. 6:
Breakfast with Santa
Join the Christiansburg High School Music Department for our annual Breakfast with Santa, 8 a.m. – noon in the CHS cafeteria. Tickets are $6 for children 12 and under, and $8 for children ages 13-99 (cash and Venmo accepted) Enjoy a yummy pancake breakfast, holiday fun and games, and music. Bring a camera for a photo op with Santa and one of our elves will happily assist. This year the CHS Music Department is excited to collect Toys for Tots. Please consider bringing a new, unwrapped toy when you join us for Breakfast with Santa 2025. Don’t miss the chance to kick off the season with Santa, the student elves & reindeer and the music students of CHS!
Saturday, Dec. 13:
Holiday Ukelele Jam with Ash Devine
At The Alexander Black House, 204 Draper Rd. SW, Blacksburg, 2 – 4 p.m. Suggested donation of $10-$20 per person but no one will be turned away. Join us for music, community, and merriment at the second Annual Uke-Xmas Uke-led string jam and sing along. For this session we will sing traditional December holiday songs, featuring classic carols, but not limited to. Some other themes may be solstice, peace and justice, winter, friendship and more. Bring your uke, bring a song, or other stringed instrument, and play along or just come to listen or to sing along. Hot cocoa and light refreshments will be provided. But feel free to bring your favorite holiday finger food or non-alcoholic beverage. All song sheets are digital. Email Ash Devine at bookashdevine@gmail.com if you would like your own copy.
