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Naughty & Nice: The Christmas Show.

20 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT

THE MARKET GALLERY, 23 Salem Avenue, across from Wachovia Tower. Gallery Hours: Tues-Sat, 10-5:30. (540) 342-1177. www.marketgalleryroanoke.com
Friday, November 20, 2009

Naughty & Nice: The Christmas Show, runs Nov. 14-Jan 2, featuring small works by 24 artists. The Market Gallery exhibits contemporary fine art, photography, and pottery by 24 regional artists. Location:

Art: art exhibition
Cost: free
Contact: The Market Gallery, 540-342-1177
More info: www.marketgalleryroanoke.com

CraftStar Bazaar

20 Nov 2009 10:00:00 GMT

The Water Heater
813 5th Street SW
Roanoke, VA 24106
Friday, November 20, 2009, 5am

Nov. 20: 5 pm-9 pm, Nov. 21: 9 am - 5 pm

Roanoke's first indie craft show! This kick-off event of the newly formed Roanoke Craft Mafia will showcase arts and crafts for two days only. Join us on Friday for music, snacks and the incredible work of independent crafters in the area. The show will be open all day Saturday for you to snag the craftiest of wares. Come for the show and sign-up to be a member of the Star City's new Craft Mafia!

Cost: Free Admission

The Taubman Museum of Art's 1st Birthday Par-tay with Southern Culture on the Skids!

20 Nov 2009 12:00:00 GMT

Taubman Museum of Art
Friday, November 20, 2009, 7am

Our 1-YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION with Southern Culture on the Skids! Friday, November 20: Come celebrate the 1-YEAR ANNIVERSARY of the Taubman Museum of Art with a down home anniversary party with the internationally acclaimed music group, Southern Culture on the Skids! SCOTS has local ties here to Roanoke as the bass player (Mary Huff) is a Patrick Henry alum and the drummer (Dave Hartman) is a Virginia Tech alum who also did his student teaching at Cave Spring. It's time to hoot and holler as we wish the Taubman a happy anniversary! Location: Taubman Museum of Art Atrium and Advance Auto Parts Auditorium. Cost: $25 members/$35 non-members. Cash bar. Call the ticket line at 540.204.4122 or log on to www.taubmanmuseum.org to purchase tickets.

AND, Saturday, November 21: Anniversary Family Day - FREE museum admission all day in addition to free family activities and crafts from 12 noon to 4 pm. Enjoy stilt walkers, jugglers, face painting, arts and crafts, music, and anniversary cake!

Call the museum at 540.342.5760 or log on to www.taubmanmuseum.org/calendar for more information.
Reserve your tickets at 540.204.4122.

More info: www.taubmanmuseum.org

Classic Crafts

20 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Piedmont Arts
215 Starling Ave
Martinsville, VA 24112
Friday, November 20, 2009, 10am – 5pm

Classic Crafts, guest curated by John and Judy Matthews, is an exhibition of the very best crafts in the country. Works vary in media and include ceramics, glass, sculpture, wall hangings, wooden bowls, jewelry and baskets. Gallery Hours Tues - Fri 10 am - 5 pm Sat 10 am - 3 pm

More info: www.piedmontarts.org

Photos with Santa

20 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Tanglewood Mall
4420 Electric Rd
Roanoke, VA 24018-0722
Friday, November 20, 2009, 10am – 9pm

Capture the memories! Get your child's photo taken with Santa Claus! Christmas Day falls on a Friday in 2009.

Contact: Customer Service 540-989-4388
More info: shoptanglewood.com

Power Yoga

20 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

A flowing, intense physical practice with lots of sun salutations, and great music.
Friday, November 20, 2009, 12 – 1pm

A flowing, intense physical practice with lots of sun salutations, and great music.

Contact: Jill Loftis
More info: www.uttarayogastudio.com

Perspective Gallery Holiday Show and Sale Reception

20 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Perspective Gallery 2nd Floor
Squires Student Center Virginia Tech
Friday, November 20, 2009, 5 – 7pm

Opening Reception. Show continues through December.

Contact: tartaro@vt.edu

Cornhole Tournament

20 Nov 2009 22:45:00 GMT

Rocky Mount National Guard
Friday, November 20, 2009, 5:45 – 8:15pm

Family Fun and for all age groups. Awards given to top place finishers.

Cost: $5 per person
Contact: Marcia Cramblitt
More info: www.franklincountyva.org…

Comedy Zone - Lynchburg

20 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Kirkley Hotel Ballroom
2900 Candlers Mountain Road
Lynchburg, VA 24502

434-455-1319 or tickets@kirkleyhotel.com
Friday, November 20, 2009, 6 – 10pm

$13.00 Advance Purchase
$15.00 at the Door
$25.00 3-Course Dinner (incl Tax + Grat)
Cash Bar

Doors open for dinner at 6:30pm
Showtime: 8pm

2 of the nations funniest comedians play at the Comedy Zone Lynchburg. Email for current line up.

434-455-1319 or tickets@kirkleyhotel.com

Cost: 13.00
Contact: Fay Burks

Extreme Women's Self Defense

21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Perez Kenpo Kartate School
Friday, November 20, 2009, 7 – 10pm

With the holidays approaching, you don't want to be caught in a bad spot unaware or not prepared.

You will learn:
Self defense, muay thai, weapon defense, hand-to-hand combat, kick boxing, awareness, and rape prevention

Dont be a victim, be his worst nightmare!!

Cost: $15
Contact: (540) 343 - 4721

On the Block: Photography and Music

21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Jefferson Center
Friday, November 20, 2009, 7 – 9pm

The Link Museum and the Music Lab at the Jefferson Center present On the Block: Photography and Music. Hip hop performances and an opening of student work.

A celebration of hip hop in Roanoke inspired by On the Block, the work of documentary photographer Jared Soares, on display at the Link Museum through January 26.

Featuring:

Performances by students from the Music Lab at the Jefferson Center and Zulu Watu, members of which are highlighted in the Link Museum exhibit.

And Lucy Shoots, an exhibition of work by students at Lucy Addision Middle School, led by Link Museum educator, Leah Garder and photographer, Jared Soares.

This event is FREE.

www.linkmuseum.org
www.jeffcenter.org

Music: Hip Hop
Cost: Free!
Contact: Allie Hasson
More info: www.linkmuseum.org

Theatre Roanoke College Fall Production, “The Fantasticks”

21 Nov 2009 00:30:00 GMT

Olin Theater, Olin Hall
Roanoke College
221 College Lane
Salem, VA 24153
Friday, November 20, 2009, 7:30pm

Prices:
General Public $10
Non-Roanoke College Students $7
Senior Citizens $7
RC Faculty and Staff $5
RC Students $3

Age Range: Families
Ticket Phone: 540-375-2333
Ticket Web Link: www.roanoke.edu…
Contact: Olin Hall Box Office- boxoffice@roanoke.edu
More info: www.roanoke.edu

Theatre Roanoke College Fall Production, “The Fantasticks”

21 Nov 2009 00:30:00 GMT

The musical RENT

21 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

1022 Commerce Street in historic downtown Lynchburg, VA
Friday, November 20, 2009, 8 – 10:30pm

RENT opens Friday, Oct. 30. w/opening night reception - doors open @ 7:15 pm w/ play @ 8 pm. Other playdates are Oct. 31, Nov. 6, 7, 13, 14, 19, 20 & 21at 8 pm & Oct. 8 & 15 at 3 pm. ALL Tickets $15. Tickets go on sale Oct. 1, 2009. Call 845.4427 or go to Lynchburgtickets.com

Price - Low: $15
Price - High: $15
Ticket Phone: 434.845.4427
Ticket Web Link: www.lynchburgtickets.com
More info: www.renaissancetheatre.info

Food Aid 2009

21 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Awful Arthur's Towers Mall
Friday, November 20, 2009, 8pm – 2am

Bands Include:

The Royal Greens
Grass Monkey
Relacksachain
Bad Raptor

Key West at Corned Beef and Co

21 Nov 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Corned Beef and Co.
107 S Jefferson St
Roanoke, VA 24011
Friday, November 20, 2009, 9pm – 1am

Key West is the band to have for a high-energy night of Caribbean influenced music. Key West has been voted the number one party band by the Roanoke Times, and awarded Best Local Band by the Roanoker Magazine 7 years running. With a large supply of Jimmy Buffett songs as well as Reggae, Creole, Latin and originals, this band can turn the darkest of winter nights into an island party. Their music crosses so many boundaries they have become a staple in the corporate, festival and college markets. The bands’ current release, has out sold the first disc, produced a #1 song in California and is currently in rotation on Sirius satellite radio.

Metro! Nostalgia Party with Brett and Andy

21 Nov 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Metro!
14 Campbell Ave SE
Roanoke, VA 24011
Friday, November 20, 2009, 9pm – 1am

Get ready for another installment of Metro’s signature Nostalgia parties with Brett and Andy. Brett specializes in all those 80s dance tunes you love to moonwalk to while Andy sets it off with hot electro remixes of classic rock tracks. Then later in the night its anything goes as these two try to one-up each other with the best tracks sure to get the floor movin’.

Cost: FREE!
Contact: info@metroroanoke.com
More info: www.metroroanoke.com

Skate Date: Public Ice Skating

21 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Roanoke Civic Center
710 Williamson Rd NE
Roanoke, VA
Friday, November 20, 2009, 12 – 1am

Skate Date: with Sunny FM
Public Ice Skating
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Ice Skating admission is $5.00 per person, with an additional $2.00 skate rental fee. Groups of 20 or more will receive $1.00 off each ticket. Military families receive $1.00 off each ticket with an official military ID. Tickets are available at the Ticket Office 15 minutes prior to the beginning of skating.

Cost: $5 and discounts

Naughty & Nice: The Christmas Show.

21 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT

THE MARKET GALLERY, 23 Salem Avenue, across from Wachovia Tower. Gallery Hours: Tues-Sat, 10-5:30. (540) 342-1177. www.marketgalleryroanoke.com
Saturday, November 21, 2009

Naughty & Nice: The Christmas Show, runs Nov. 14-Jan 2, featuring small works by 24 artists. The Market Gallery exhibits contemporary fine art, photography, and pottery by 24 regional artists. Location:

Art: art exhibition
Cost: free
Contact: The Market Gallery, 540-342-1177
More info: www.marketgalleryroanoke.com

Star City Half Marathon

21 Nov 2009 12:00:00 GMT

at the Ramada Inn on Franklin Road
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7am

Packet Pick-up
November 20, 2009
12 Noon - 7:00pm at Fleet Feet Sports
Entry Fee:
$25 Strider, $30 Non-Strider
Before November 16th

$40 - After November 16th and Race Day
On line registrations ends 12 Mid-Night November 18th, 2009

For the first 500 runners that pre register they will receive a finishers' medal and high quality microfiber wind shirt.

register here:

Link: www.commonwealthgames.org…

More info: www.roanokeoutside.com

Holiday Bazaar

21 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Faith Wesleyan Community Center
4379 Alleghany Dr., Salem VA 24153
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 8am – 2pm

Breakfast biscuits, gravy and biscuits, hot dogs, coffee and drinks for sale. Wreaths, crafts, baked goods, good second-hand items. And door prizes.

Contact: Linda Shelor

ANNUAL FALL CRAFT/ARTS SHOW

21 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Held INSIDE the CAMPBELL COUNTY RESCUE SQUAD
155 RAINBOW FOREST DRIVE
LYNCHBURG, VA 24502
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 8am – 3pm

SPONSORED BY CCRS AUXILIARY
Auxiliary selling concessions of breakfast biscuits, hot dogs, baked goods.
Blood pressure checks will be done.
Interested Crafters/info: rp24dp3@aol.com

Contact: Donna Porter @ 434-525-3838 or 942-5958

Ridgewood Baptist Church Fall Yard Sale

21 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT

703 Hemlock Road, NW
Roanoke, Va. 24017
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 8am – 1pm

fun event for the family - yard sale items, bake sale items, craft and Christmas items, come for breakfast and stay for lunch!!!

Cost: free shopping!
Contact: Susan Bowles
More info: www.ridgewood-baptist.com

CraftStar Bazaar

21 Nov 2009 14:00:00 GMT

The Water Heater
813 5th Street SW
Roanoke, VA 24106
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9am

Nov. 20: 5 pm-9 pm, Nov. 21: 9 am - 5 pm

Roanoke's first indie craft show! This kick-off event of the newly formed Roanoke Craft Mafia will showcase arts and crafts for two days only. Join us on Friday for music, snacks and the incredible work of independent crafters in the area. The show will be open all day Saturday for you to snag the craftiest of wares. Come for the show and sign-up to be a member of the Star City's new Craft Mafia!

Cost: Free Admission

Christmans Craft Show and Auction

21 Nov 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Gateway Christian School
2196 Harding Road
Blacksburg VA 24060
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9am – 2pm

For more information call 540-951-0681

Lord Botetourt Marching Cavaliers Craft Show

21 Nov 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Lord Botetourt HIgh School
1435 Roanoke Rd.
Daleville, VA 24083
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9am – 2pm

The Lord Botetourt Marching Cavaliers band boosters are sponsoring a craft show on Saturday, November 21, 2009. The craft show will take place at Lord Botetourt High School, Daleville, VA from 9:00am-2:00 pm. More than 70 vendors will be featured, along with a silent auction, door prizes, bake sale, concession stand and children's corner. Admission is free to shoppers. Come get a jump start on your holiday shopping!
Contact Cindy Higgins, cglhiggins@comcast.net, for more info.

Price - Low: 0
Contact: cglhiggins@comcast.net

Hatha Yoga

21 Nov 2009 14:45:00 GMT

Uttara Yoga Studio
112-B Kirk Ave, SW
Roanoke, VA 24011
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9:45 – 10:45am

An all-level class with breathing techniques, yoga poses, and a deep relaxation at the end.

Contact: Jill Loftis
More info: www.uttarayogastudio.com

Classic Crafts

21 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Piedmont Arts
215 Starling Ave
Martinsville, VA 24112
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10am – 5pm

Classic Crafts, guest curated by John and Judy Matthews, is an exhibition of the very best crafts in the country. Works vary in media and include ceramics, glass, sculpture, wall hangings, wooden bowls, jewelry and baskets. Gallery Hours Tues - Fri 10 am - 5 pm Sat 10 am - 3 pm

More info: www.piedmontarts.org

Photos with Santa

21 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Tanglewood Mall
4420 Electric Rd
Roanoke, VA 24018-0722
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10am – 9pm

Capture the memories! Get your child's photo taken with Santa Claus! Christmas Day falls on a Friday in 2009.

Contact: Customer Service 540-989-4388
More info: shoptanglewood.com

Grandin Village Holiday Children's Parade

21 Nov 2009 15:30:00 GMT

Historic Grandin Village
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10:30am – 12pm

The Grandin Village Business Association is sponsoring the Annual Grandin Village Holiday Children's Parade, Saturday November 21st at 11:00 am. The parade starts at Christ Lutheran Church (2011 Brandon Ave) on the corner of Grandin Road & Brandon Avenue and proceeds through Historic Grandin Village, ending at Mick or Mack (1312 Winborne St.). Held the Saturday before Thanksgiving each year, this is a neighborhood favorite and includes Santa on a Fire Engine and much more.

No registration is required to participate and children of all ages are welcome. If you'd like to enter a float, come to the parking lot of Christ Lutheran Church between 10:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. As this is a children's parade, only small floats will be allowed (wagons, etc). No motorized vehicles, please. Scout groups, dance groups and baton twirlers are encouraged to participate as well. If music is needed for this type of group, then a motorized vehicle will be allowed for that purpose.

Boy Scout Troop 8 will be collecting canned goods for charity so please bring a donation.

Cost: Free
Contact: sstump@myvalleybank.com
More info: www.grandinvillage.org

Anniversary Family Day: FREE museum admission

21 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Taubman Museum of Art
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 12pm

Anniversary Family Day - FREE museum admission all day in addition to free family activities and crafts from 12 noon to 4 pm. Enjoy stilt walkers, jugglers, face painting, arts and crafts, music, and anniversary cake!

Call the museum at 540.342.5760 or log on to www.taubmanmuseum.org/calendar for more information.
Reserve your tickets at 540.204.4122.

More info: www.taubmanmuseum.org

Thomas Jefferson Wine Festival

21 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest
1548 Bateman Bridge Road
Forest, VA 24551
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 12 – 5pm

Join Thomas Jefferson at the 1st annual Poplar Forest Wine Festival to kick off the holidays and celebrate Virginia’s passion for wine!

Ticket price to be determined.
Event subject to change.

For more information please call 434-525-1806 or visit our website.

More info: www.poplarforest.org

Family History Classes

21 Nov 2009 18:30:00 GMT

Main Library
706 S. Jefferson St.
Roanoke, VA
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1:30 – 3:30pm

Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced researcher, take your genealogy to the next level with two classes at the Virginia Room: “Beginner Genealogy,” and “Finding Your British Ancestors ‘Across the Pond’.” These classes will begin at 1:30. You’ve been thinking about finding family but don’t know where to begin? Your research needs a “kick start”? This is a great opportunity to learn from the best. Registration is requested. <varoom@roanokeva.gov> or call 853-2073.

Cost: FREE
Contact: Laura Wickstead
More info: www.roanokeva.gov…

PINK's Bella Girls Night Out!!! November 21st @ Pink.

21 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Pink & Patina
4097 Electric Road
Roanoke, VA
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 6pm

Join Pink & Patina for a fun filled evening at the Bella Girl's Night Out! All of Fall's Must Haves in our Fall Fashion Show, Prizes, Music, Cocktails & Much Much more!

Community School and Quest Academy present Caribbean Music Fest

22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Jefferson Center
541 Luck Avenue
Roanoke, VA 24016
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7pm

Community School and Quest Music Academy join forces to showcase Roanoke's steel drum bands in a high-energy evening of music, dance and family fun.

Quest bands have been consistent medalists at national festivals, and the Community School World Pan Band won silver last May at the annual Caribbean Music Festival in Virginia Beach--the first band in the history of that festival to place so highly and be less than a year old! The steel drum, or "pan," has journeyed from an obscure origin in Trinidad to become a highly respected and embraced musical instrument world-wide. There are steel bands and orchestras in most every country today, and they can be found in school, community, and church environments. Please join us for a special night of musical diversity!

Cost: Tickets: $15
Contact: Call 345-2550.
More info: jeffcenter.org

Misspent Youth Band

22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Zak's Cafe
128 Campbell Ave., SW
Roanoke, VA
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7 – 10pm

checkout the band at
www.facebook.com/MisspentYouth

Music: pop
Cost: No cover charge

Virginia Handbell Consort

22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Bower Center for the Arts
305 North Bridge Street
Bedford VA 24523
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7 – 9pm

Pre holiday handbell concert sponsored by the Virginia Commission for the Arts, the City of Bedford and the Bower Center. The concert is free to the public. We are asking that you bring a donation to the Christian Ministries of personal items, detergents or dry food stuffs.

Price - Low: 0
Price - High: 0
Ticket Phone: (540)586-4235
Contact: Bower Center (540)586-4235
More info: www.bowercenter.org

Scottish Foundation presents Ian Bruce

22 Nov 2009 00:30:00 GMT

Colonial Presbyterian Church
3550 Poplar Drive
Roanoke VA
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7:30 – 9:30pm

Ian Bruce, renowned Scottish singer/songwriter will be performing his great songs. Everyone is invited to join us and enjoy.

Music: celtic
Cost: $12 SFVH/CP members; $15 non members; $8 Students; under 10 free
Contact: cdhut@aol.com or mbrall@jetbroadband.com
More info: www.scottishfoundation.org

The musical RENT

22 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

1022 Commerce Street in historic downtown Lynchburg, VA
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 8 – 10:30pm

RENT opens Friday, Oct. 30. w/opening night reception - doors open @ 7:15 pm w/ play @ 8 pm. Other playdates are Oct. 31, Nov. 6, 7, 13, 14, 19, 20 & 21at 8 pm & Oct. 8 & 15 at 3 pm. ALL Tickets $15. Tickets go on sale Oct. 1, 2009. Call 845.4427 or go to Lynchburgtickets.com

Price - Low: $15
Price - High: $15
Ticket Phone: 434.845.4427
Ticket Web Link: www.lynchburgtickets.com
More info: www.renaissancetheatre.info

ROBBIN THOMPSON

22 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Kirk Avenue Music Hall
22 Kirk Avenue SW
Roanoke, Virginia 24011
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 8pm

Cost: $15
More info: kirkavenuemusic.com

Heevahava

22 Nov 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Coffee Pot
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9pm

a great roadhouse/rock room, the coffee pot with Heevahava playing is an unbeatable combination

Music: rock
Cost: $3
Contact: Mark Perry
More info: www.myspace.com…

Soul Patch at Corned Beef and Co

22 Nov 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Corned Beef and Co.
107 S Jefferson St
Roanoke, VA 24011
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9pm – 1am

Soul Patch is one of Tidewater’s Premier Bands. They cover everything from AC/DC to ZZ Top, Pantera, Tool, Godsmack with a sprinkle of Hinder, 3 Doors Down and Nickleback - all with an emphasis on rock!

Here's what the fans have had to say recently about Soul Patch:

"You guys rocked last night at Corned Beef. That was my first time getting to see you guys and I look forward to seeing ya'll when you come back."

"I live in Richmond and you guys are better than all the bands in Richmond"

"You guys make it worth coming home to Virginia. Thanks for keeping it up!"

Contact: info@cornedbeefandco.com
More info: www.cornedbeefandco.com

Metro! presents Rex Riddem

22 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Metro!
14 Campbell Ave SE
Roanoke, VA 24011
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10pm – 2am

Rex Riddem is a globe-trotting DJ and producer. He recently returned to DC from a Latin America tour where he’s been promoting his new album from the Nappy Riddem project, which is now available on iTunes. Don’t miss this incredibly talented DJ this Saturday at Metro! Remember, the lounge is a great place to relax early and catch the Tech game in high definition on the huge plasmas!

Cost: FREE!
Contact: info@metroroanoke.com
More info: www.metroroanoke.com