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Blue Ridge Music Center: Daily Music from 1:00 - 3:00pm - Galax, VA
From 5/1/2010 through 11/1/2010 Join us for daily music in the breezeway of the visitor center. A different local musician each day, Sunday Saturday from 10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Call or check our website for this seasons schedule. Blue Ridge Music Center 700 Foothills Rd Galax VA 24333 Milepost 213 on the Blue Ridge Parkway http://www.blueridgemusiccenter.org/ Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 236-5309 Thursday Night Jam at the Fries Theater - Fries, VA 7/1/2010 From 6:00 - 9:00pm. The popular "Pickin' & Grinnin'" Thursday night jam sessions in Fries have moved again. Join us at the Fries Recreation Center Theatre on Main Street (the former Shaylin's Stretch-a-Dollar location). Come to listen, or come to play, but everyone is welcome. Admission is free, but donations are much appreciated. Fries Recreation Center Theatre 316 W Main Street Fries VA 24330 http://www.friesva.com/jam_sessions_in_fries/jam_sessions_in_fries.html Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 744-2231 Weekly Bluegrass Jam at Due South BBQ - Christiansburg, VA 7/1/2010 Join us every Thursday night (except Thanksgiving) from 7 pm 9 pm. Pickers of all skill levels are invited to participate, there is no cover charge. Full menu of food & drinks available for purchase from the restaurant. Due South BBQ 1465 Roanoke St. Christiansburg VA 24073 540-381-2922 http://www.duesouthbbq.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: 540-320-0197 Lay's Hardware Jam Session - Coeburn, VA 7/1/2010 Every Thursday night, 6:30 - 10:30pm. Pickers of all skill levels are welcome, bluegrass, country, old timey mountain, oldies, and blues, even the occasional poetry reading. Admission is free, children welcome. Light snacks, coffee, and soda are available. For more info please contact Loretta 276-395-3323, or Charlie 276-393-5342. Historic Lays Hardware Center for the Arts 409 East Front Street Coeburn VA 24230 http://www.layshardware.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276-395-5160 Open Jam at the Virginia Ballroom - Abingdon, VA 7/1/2010 Acoustic Music Jam every Thursday. Musicians anytime after 5:00pm, stage performance begins at 7:00pm. Light dinner beginning at 5:45, $6.00 per person. Public welcome, donations appreciated. Virginia Ballroom at Abingdon Senior Center 300 Senior Drive Abingdon VA 24210 http://www.abingdonseniorcenter.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-628-5859 The Pickin' Porch presents: COUNTRY SALOON, and DAISY RAIN - Thursday, July 1, 2010. Every Thursday at 7:00pm in the Comfort Systems USA Performance Center, Bristol Mall. Admission is free but donations are requested thru the non-profit ACMA, all proceeds go to benefit the Mountain Music Museum. 7/1/2010 The Pickin' Porch Bristol Mall 500 Gate City Highway just off exit 1 of I-81 Bristol VA 24201 http://www.pickinporch.org Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 645-0035 Mitchell Music Company/Hotel Floyd Summer Concert Series: TRIPLE B - Thursday, July 1, 2010. Weekly Concerts on the Hotel Floyd Amphitheater Stage, Thursdays 5:00pm - 8:00pm, between the months of May & October. This will be the first year of this concert series, with a fine handpicked line-up of bands performing the best in area Bluegrass and Americana music. The concerts are Free & Family Friendly! Food and non-alcoholic beverages available on-site. 7/1/2010 Hotel Floyd 120 Wilson Street Southeast Floyd, VA 24091 http://www.hotelfloyd.com Email for information For More Information Call: (540) 745-6080 Pre-Fourth of July Concert @ Wise County Fair Grounds - Friday, July 2, 2010. From 6:00pm to ?? Peformers include GOOSE CREEK SYMPHONY, TYLER HUGHES & THE GENERATION GAP, NOAH WALL & THE BAREFOOT MOVEMENT, DAVE EGGAR, RON SHORT & MOLLY SLEMP, FOLK-SOUL REVIVAL, & more! $20 advance tickets, $25 at the door, $5.00 per person for camping. Proceeds benefit the Dolly Parton Imagination Library Program, Camping is in the rough at the Wise County Fairgrounds site, gates will open at noon for campers, 3:00 pm for non-campers. 7/2/2010 Wise County Fair Grounds 10101 Fairground Road Wise VA 24293 http://www.lpoy.org Email for information For More Information Call: 276-523-5064 x 10 Baldwin Produce Friday Night Jam Session - Fries, VA 7/2/2010 Weekly bluegrass, old time & gospel jam every Friday from 6:00pm - 9:00pm at Baldwin Produce. Admission is free, musicians of all skill levels welcome, come to pick or just to listen. Concessions available. Baldwin Produce 5391 Ivanhoe Road Fries VA 24330 Email for information For More Information Call: 276-744-2085 Gathering at Glade Jam Sessions - Glade Spring, VA. Open air jam sessions located in the downtown square gazebo & various locations around Glade Spring every other Friday night from 6:30 - 8:30pm. Admission is FREE! Musicians of all skill levels encouraged to attend jam sessions set up throughout the downtown area. 7/2/2010 Downtown Glade Spring 213 Town Square Glade Spring VA 24340 http://www.facebook.com/pages/Music-In-The-Square/112971738746687?v=wall&ref=ts Email for information For More Information Call: 276-429-2111 The Rex Theater presents: Dale Jett & Hello Stranger - Friday, July 2, 2010 The music of the legendary Carter Family lives on with singer/musician, Dale Jett, a third generation member of the legendary Carter Family. The son of Janette Carter, the grandson of A.P.and Sara Carter, his roots have been heavily steeped within the heart of his family's Virginia musical heritage. Showtime is 8:00pm, admission is $5.00. Also visit Dale's website: http://www.dalejett.com. 7/2/2010 The Rex Theatre 113 E. Grayson Street Galax VA 24333 http://www.rextheatergalax.com Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 236-0329 Red Barn Bluegrass at Pleasant Hill Farm presents: SOUTH 40 - Friday, July 2, 2010. Join us each Friday night for an evening of live Bluegrass, Mountain & Country music played by some of the regions most talented artists. Music starts at 7:00pm, admission is $4.00. The United Methodist Church of Max Meadows will be grilling hamburgers & hot dogs as well as other great food outside the Red Barn. There will be a "50/50" drawing each Friday night at 10:00 PM (Half to drawing winner, Half to the band). Audience members also encouraged to make a donation to the musicians tip jar. 7/2/2010 Red Barn Bluegrass at Pleasant Hill Farm 310 Rome Road Max Meadows VA 24360 http://pleasanthillfarm.com/pleasanthillfarm.net/2010_Red_Barn_Bluegrass.html Email for information For More Information Call: 276-637-0252 Lays Hardware Center for the Arts presents: THE TOMMY WEBB BAND - Friday, July 2, 2010. Live Bluegrass every Friday night 7:30 - 10:30pm, doors open at 6:00pm, admission: $5.00 Adults, $1.00 Children 6-12, under 6 admitted FREE! Lays Hardware is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of Appalachian culture. We offer great family entertainment in a smoke-free, alcohol-free atmosphere. 7/2/2010 Lays Hardware 409 Front Street Coeburn VA 24230 http://www.layshardware.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276.395.3323 Lunch On The Lawn concert series presents: THE PETERS BROTHERS, and LEE COUNTY GRASS - Friday, July 2, 2010. Weekly lunchtime concert series from 12:00pm - 1:00pm at Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park in Big Stone Gap. Admission is FREE. Box lunches will be available from the museum for $5.00. Lunch orders must be placed by 9:30am on the day of the concert, menu changes weekly. Please call the museum for meal options, or concert information. 7/2/2010 Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park 10 West 1st Street North Big Stone Gap VA 24219 http://www.swvamuseum.org/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-523-1322 Jam Session at The Willis Gap Community Center - Ararat, VA 7/2/2010 Held every Friday night 7:00pm - 10:00pm, the Willis Gap Jam has been going on for more than 10 years, & is free to the public. Pickers of all skill levels are welcome, or just come to watch. Otto Hiatt hosts, he & his wife Nellie both play & sing at the event. Drinks & snacks are available for purchase. Contact Mary Dellenback Hill for more info: 276-251-9906 (h), 276-692-6561 (cell). The Willis Gap Community Center (located a few yards off Willis Gap Road) 144 The Hollow Road Ararat VA 24053 Email for information For More Information Call: 276-251-9906 Allison Gap Ruritan Club Jam - Saltville, VA 7/2/2010 Held every Friday at 6:30pm. Admission is FREE, come to play or just to watch. Pickers of all skill levels are welcome. Allison Gap Ruritan & Community Center 165 Lick Skillet Road Saltville VA 24370 6th Annual Crafts in the Meadows & Meet the Authors - July 3 & 4, 2010, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Admission is free! 6th annual craft fair & local authors on hand for book discussion, book signing & sales. Hand crafted items for sale throughout the weekend. Local in-season foods & music (local musicians to be announced). Rain or shine. Activities listed subject to possible change. Spaces still available for vendors - contact Sue Shelor, 540-593-3279, sueshe@swva.net. From 7/3/2010 through 7/4/2010 Mountain Meadow Farm & Craft Market Festivals 84 Concord Road Meadows of Dan VA 24120 http://www.mountainmeadowcrafts.com Email for information For More Information Call: 540-593-3279 Blue Ridge Music Center 2010 Concert Season: A Holiday Concert featuring THE WOLFE BROTHERS STRING BAND, and THE CROOKED ROAD RAMBLERS - Saturday, July 3, 2010. Admission is $5. Concerts 7:00pm, seating opens at 5:30pm. Advance tickets available. Children 12 and under are free. You may bring lawn chairs, blankets, or picnic food but please no pets in the amphitheater area or alcohol. Concessions available on site. 7/3/2010 Blue Ridge Music Center 700 Foothills Rd Galax VA 24333 Milepost 213 on the Blue Ridge Parkway http://www.blueridgemusiccenter.org/ Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 236-5309 x112 Capos Music Store Jam - Abingdon, VA. 7/3/2010 Just off of I-81's exit 19, Capo's acoustic music jam happens every Saturday night at 6:30pm. Come to play, or just to listen. Pickers of all skill levels welcome! Capo's Music Store 903 East Main Street Abingdon VA 24210 http://www.caposmusicstore.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276-525-1880 Floyd Fandango Beer & Wine Festival - July 3 & 4, 2010. Born of a melding between the 5th annual Wine Down the Music Trail wine festival & the unique & popular Floyd Fandango Faire & Brew, this summer's July 4th event weaves all your favorite elements - wine tasting, beer sampling, fabulous music & mountain camping, together for one of the most exciting festival experiences you'll have all summer! Performers include: JJ Grey & Mofro, Buckwheat Zydeco, Robert Jospe, Beleza Brasil, Basshound, Dangermuffin, Rolling Green, Blue Mule, Robin Aigner, and many more! Tickets: $25 for Adults, includes FREE wine glass & free tastings - OR - beer glass & 4 pogs for tasting beer. From 7/3/2010 through 7/4/2010 Blue Cow Arts Pavilion Mile Post 170.5 Blue Ridge Parkway Floyd VA 24091 http://across-the-way.com/index.php?pr=fand_home Email for information For More Information Call: 888-VA-FESTS The Carter Fold presents: DAVID DAVIS & THE WARRIOR RIVER BOYS - Saturday, July 3, 2010. The Carter Family Memorial Music Center, a non-profit organization, serves fans and supporters of old-time country and folk music through the presentation of weekly performances. Saturday evening shows begin at 7:30pm. 7/3/2010 The Carter Family Memorial Music Center, Inc. A. P. Carter Highway Hiltons VA 24258 http://www.carterfamilyfold.org Email for information For More Information Call: 276-386-6054 Damascus Independence Day Celebration - July 3, 2010. Admission is free, hours: 6:00pm - 9:30pm. Local food vendors starting around 6pm, fireworks show by Chris Manuel at dark, plus live music from PHANTOM. 7/3/2010 Damascus Town Park Beaverdam Avenue Damascus VA 24236 http://www.damascus.org/events.html Email for information For More Information Call: 276-475-3831 American Legion Post 105 Variety Dance - Stuart, VA 7/3/2010 Live bands play dance music, country, two-step, flat foot, waltz, squares, & lines every Saturday night from 7:00 - 10:30 PM. Admission is $5.00. Snacks, coffee, soft drinks are available. Call Preston Martin at the number below for more info. American Legion Post 105 553 American Legion Road Stuart VA 24171 Email for information For More Information Call: 276-694-5941 Opengrass Music & Arts Festival - July 3-4, 2010. Spend 3rd & 4th of July weekend camping at the Beautiful FULL MOON RANCH in Berryville, Northern Virginia, 90 acres of woods & hills for camping, horseback riding, & mountain biking. Bands ranging in style from Bluegrass to Jambands to Funk to Reggae. Admission: $30 advance, $40 the week of the festival. Bands include BOBBY LEE RODGERS, COPE, WOVEN GREEN, STRAY DOG TRIO, MOMENTARY PROPHETS, GOLD TOP COUNTRY RAMBLERS, PUMPKIN CITY, ANDREA THORNE, THINKING CAP TRIO, & more! From 7/3/2010 through 7/4/2010 Full Moon Ranch 1691 Swimley Rd Berryville VA 22611 http://www.opengrass.com Email for information For More Information Call: 561-573-9290 Sunday Sounds at Chateau Morrisette presents: SCOTT PERRY - Sunday, July 4, 2010 @ 1-4:00 pm. Bring the family on Sunday afternoons June through October for live music in the courtyard, admission is FREE! Local and regional musicians and entertainers, grilled foods, soft drinks and wine available for purchase beginning at noon, or bring your own picnic. Bring Seating. 7/4/2010 Chateau Morrisette 287 Winery Road SW Floyd VA 24091 http://www.thedogs.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: (540) 593-2865 Floyd Country Store Traditional Bluegrass/Mountain Music Jam - Floyd, VA 7/4/2010 Every Sunday, 2:005:00pm. Admission is free, pickers of all skill levels are welcome. 2010 is the Floyd Country Store's 100th anniversary. Visit their website for details about special events! Floyd Country Store 206 South Locust Street Floyd VA 24091 http://www.floydcountrystore.com Email for information For More Information Call: (540) 745-4563 Radford Fiddle & Banjo Jam - Radford, VA 7/5/2010 The Radford bluegrass jam session is held every Monday 7:00 - 10:00pm in the intimate environment of River City Grill. Bring an instrument, or just listen to the sounds of bluegrass & old-time mountain music played by local musicians. The jam appeals to a cross-section of folks, from old-school bluegrass fans to college students. A large crowd gathers every Monday, so get your table early. Children Welcome. River City Grill 103 Third Avenue Radford VA 24141 http://www.radfordfiddle.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: (540) 629-2130 Smyth County Jam - Chilhowie, VA 7/5/2010 Held every Monday night at the Chilhowie Lion's Club from 6:30-10:30pm (and often into the wee hours). Pickers of all skill levels are welcome, admission is free, but donations are welcome (donations go to the Chilhowie Lion's Club). Chilhowie Lions Club Building 116 Industrial Park Rd Chilhowie VA 24319 http://www.scjam.com Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 496-5467 Bluegrass Jam at Mitchell Music Company - Floyd, VA 7/6/2010 Held every Tuesday night, 6:30pm - 9:00pm. There is no admission, pickers of all skill levels are welcome. Coffee, tea & snacks will be on hand. Mitchell Music Company 203 South Locust Street Suite A Floyd VA 24091 http://www.mitchellmusicco.com Email for information For More Information Call: 540 745 6872 Country Cabin II Weekly Jam Session - Norton, VA 7/6/2010 Every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Free admission, all musicians and spectators welcome! Events at the Country Cabin are sponsored by Appalachian Traditions, Inc., a non-profit organization. For more info call Bill Jones at 276-679-3541 or 276-431-3338. The Country Cabin II 6034 Kent Junction Road Norton VA 24273 (1 ½ miles west of Norton - Josephine Section Wise County, VA) http://www.appalachiantraditionsinc.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276-679-3541 Tuesday Night Jam at The Stringbean Coffee Shop - Galax, VA 7/6/2010 From 6:00 - 9:00pm, no admission. Bring your instrument & jam, or just sit back, listen & enjoy some of the best coffee in the twin counties. Stringbean has several stages, & jam circles can form just about anywhere during this very popular event. If all that playing makes you hungry, Stringbean has a full menu of soups, sandwiches & dinners to satisfy any appetite. Stringbean Coffee Shop 215 South Main Galax VA 24333 http://www.stringbeancoffeeshop.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-236-0567 Mount Rogers Community Jam & Music Lessons - Whitetop, VA 7/6/2010 Every Tuesday Night- 7:00 PM. The Mt. Rogers Combined School in Whitetop, VA offers free music lessons (banjo, fiddle, guitar, mandolin, bass, and dance) and a community jam session on every Tuesday night. The music begins around 7 pm and goes on until late. Everyone (including children & pets) is welcome. Mt. Rogers Combined School 11337 Highlands Pky Whitetop VA 24292 For More Information Call: (276) 388-3489 The Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse - Independence, VA 7/7/2010 From 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Local and regional old-time mountain music fiddlers and pickers. Bring your instrument, or just sit back and listen. Bring a comfortable chair, or use one of the folding chairs provided by the 1908 Courthouse. Experience a true mountain music jam! Historic 1908 Courthouse 107 E. Main St at the intersection of Hwy 58 & 21 Independence VA 24348 http://www.historic1908courthouse.org/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-773-3711 Wayside Bluegrass Festival - July 7-10, 2010. Performers include: THE JAMES KING BAND, THE LONESOME RIVER BAND, LOST & FOUND, JUNIOR SISK & RAMBLER'S CHOICE, THE CHURCHMEN, THE BLUEGRASS BROTHERS, CRUSHER RUN, MICHELLE NIXON, & many more. Admission: Wednesday $5, Thursday $20, Friday $30, Saturday $30. 4 Day Pass: $75.00. "Early Bird Special" until June 20, 2010 - 4 Day Pass Only $60.00. Rough camping: $5, Electrical hook up $10. Don't forget to bring your lawn chair! Wayside Park is located 3 miles south of Stuart, Virginia. From 7/7/2010 through 7/10/2010 Wayside Park Wayside Park Road Stuart VA 24171 http://www.waysidepark.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-692-5239 VFW Music Jam - Hillsville, VA 7/7/2010 Twice monthly bluegrass & old time jam on the first & third Wednesday of each month, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Admission is free, pickers of all skill levels are welcome. Concessions available. Grover King VFW Post 1115 701 West Stuart Drive Hillsville VA 24343 http://www.vfw1115.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276-728-2911 The Pickin' Porch presents: ELKVILLE STRING BAND - Thursday, July 8, 2010. Every Thursday at 7:00pm in the Comfort Systems USA Performance Center, Bristol Mall. Admission is free but donations are requested thru the non-profit ACMA, all proceeds go to benefit the Mountain Music Museum. 7/8/2010 The Pickin' Porch Bristol Mall 500 Gate City Highway just off exit 1 of I-81 Bristol VA 24201 http://www.pickinporch.org Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 645-0035 Open Jam at the Virginia Ballroom - Abingdon, VA 7/8/2010 Acoustic Music Jam every Thursday. Musicians anytime after 5:00pm, stage performance begins at 7:00pm. Light dinner beginning at 5:45, $6.00 per person. Public welcome, donations appreciated. Virginia Ballroom at Abingdon Senior Center 300 Senior Drive Abingdon VA 24210 http://www.abingdonseniorcenter.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-628-5859 Mitchell Music Company/Hotel Floyd Summer Concert Series: BLUE MULE - Thursday, July 8, 2010. Weekly Concerts on the Hotel Floyd Amphitheater Stage, Thursdays 5:00pm - 8:00pm, between the months of May & October. This will be the first year of this concert series, with a fine handpicked line-up of bands performing the best in area Bluegrass and Americana music. The concerts are Free & Family Friendly! Food and non-alcoholic beverages available on-site. 7/8/2010 Hotel Floyd 120 Wilson Street Southeast Floyd, VA 24091 http://www.hotelfloyd.com Email for information For More Information Call: (540) 745-6080 Lay's Hardware Jam Session - Coeburn, VA 7/8/2010 Every Thursday night, 6:30 - 10:30pm. Pickers of all skill levels are welcome, bluegrass, country, old timey mountain, oldies, and blues, even the occasional poetry reading. Admission is free, children welcome. Light snacks, coffee, and soda are available. For more info please contact Loretta 276-395-3323, or Charlie 276-393-5342. Historic Lays Hardware Center for the Arts 409 East Front Street Coeburn VA 24230 http://www.layshardware.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276-395-5160 Weekly Bluegrass Jam at Due South BBQ - Christiansburg, VA 7/8/2010 Join us every Thursday night (except Thanksgiving) from 7 pm 9 pm. Pickers of all skill levels are invited to participate, there is no cover charge. Full menu of food & drinks available for purchase from the restaurant. Due South BBQ 1465 Roanoke St. Christiansburg VA 24073 540-381-2922 http://www.duesouthbbq.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: 540-320-0197 Thursday Night Jam at the Fries Theater - Fries, VA 7/8/2010 From 6:00 - 9:00pm. The popular "Pickin' & Grinnin'" Thursday night jam sessions in Fries have moved again. Join us at the Fries Recreation Center Theatre on Main Street (the former Shaylin's Stretch-a-Dollar location). Come to listen, or come to play, but everyone is welcome. Admission is free, but donations are much appreciated. Fries Recreation Center Theatre 316 W Main Street Fries VA 24330 http://www.friesva.com/jam_sessions_in_fries/jam_sessions_in_fries.html Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 744-2231 Allison Gap Ruritan Club Jam - Saltville, VA 7/9/2010 Held every Friday at 6:30pm. Admission is FREE, come to play or just to watch. Pickers of all skill levels are welcome. Allison Gap Ruritan & Community Center 165 Lick Skillet Road Saltville VA 24370 Jam Session at The Willis Gap Community Center - Ararat, VA 7/9/2010 Held every Friday night 7:00pm - 10:00pm, the Willis Gap Jam has been going on for more than 10 years, & is free to the public. Pickers of all skill levels are welcome, or just come to watch. Otto Hiatt hosts, he & his wife Nellie both play & sing at the event. Drinks & snacks are available for purchase. Contact Mary Dellenback Hill for more info: 276-251-9906 (h), 276-692-6561 (cell). The Willis Gap Community Center (located a few yards off Willis Gap Road) 144 The Hollow Road Ararat VA 24053 Email for information For More Information Call: 276-251-9906 8th Annual Tazewell County Old Time & Bluegrass Fiddler's Convention - July 9-11, 2010. Join us in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains for a weekend of fun & traditional music for the entire family. Proceeds to benefit Historic Crab Orchard Museum. Camping is first come/first served, $8 per night for rough camping, $15 for RV. Weekend or Single Day passes available at gate. Weekend pass $12.00, free for kids 12 & under. Friday or Saturday Single Day pass $7.00. Directions to Fairgrounds-From Bluefield, WV/VA: take Hwy 19/460 west through Tazewell. Take Fairgrounds Rd. (Tazewell Exit 1), go under bridge, enter on left. From Abingdon, VA: take Hwy 19/460 east past Richlands toward Tazewell, go past Historic Crab Orchard Museum on right. Continue to Fairgrounds Rd. (Tazewell Exit 1) on right. Enter fairgrounds at end of ramp. From 7/9/2010 through 7/11/2010 Tazewell County Fairgrounds 515 Fairground Road Tazewell VA 24651 http://www.craborchardmuseum.com/Bluegrassinfo.htm Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 988-6755 Baldwin Produce Friday Night Jam Session - Fries, VA 7/9/2010 Weekly bluegrass, old time & gospel jam every Friday from 6:00pm - 9:00pm at Baldwin Produce. Admission is free, musicians of all skill levels welcome, come to pick or just to listen. Concessions available. Baldwin Produce 5391 Ivanhoe Road Fries VA 24330 Email for information For More Information Call: 276-744-2085 The Spencer-Penn Centre presents: DUSTY RIDGE, SUE NESTER & FRIENDS, and THE LONE IVY STRING BAND - Friday, July 9, 2010. Monthly Music Night at The Spencer-Penn Centre. Bluegrass & gospel music second Friday of every month. Doors open at 5:00pm, open jam starts at 5:30pm, bands play at 6:30pm. Concessions available, $3.00 donation requested for admission. 7/9/2010 The Spencer-Penn Centre 475 Spencer-Penn Road Spencer VA 24165 HTTP://www.TheCentreAtSpencerPenn.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276-957-5757 Red Barn Bluegrass at Pleasant Hill Farm presents: THE NEW RIDGE BLUEGRASS BAND - Friday, July 9, 2010. Join us each Friday night for an evening of live Bluegrass, Mountain & Country music played by some of the regions most talented artists. Music starts at 7:00pm, admission is $4.00. The United Methodist Church of Max Meadows will be grilling hamburgers & hot dogs as well as other great food outside the Red Barn. There will be a "50/50" drawing each Friday night at 10:00 PM (Half to drawing winner, Half to the band). Audience members also encouraged to make a donation to the musicians tip jar. 7/9/2010 Red Barn Bluegrass at Pleasant Hill Farm 310 Rome Road Max Meadows VA 24360 http://pleasanthillfarm.com/pleasanthillfarm.net/2010_Red_Barn_Bluegrass.html Email for information For More Information Call: 276-637-0252 Lays Hardware Center for the Arts presents: BLUEGRASS CIRCLE - Friday, July 9, 2010. Live Bluegrass every Friday night 7:30 - 10:30pm, doors open at 6:00pm, admission: $5.00 Adults, $1.00 Children 6-12, under 6 admitted FREE! Lays Hardware is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of Appalachian culture. We offer great family entertainment in a smoke-free, alcohol-free atmosphere. 7/9/2010 Lays Hardware 409 Front Street Coeburn VA 24230 http://www.layshardware.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276.395.3323 Lunch On The Lawn concert series presents: UVA WISE JAZZ ENSEMBLE - Friday, July 9, 2010. Weekly lunchtime concert series from 12:00pm - 1:00pm at Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park in Big Stone Gap. Admission is FREE. Box lunches will be available from the museum for $5.00. Lunch orders must be placed by 9:30am on the day of the concert, menu changes weekly. Please call the museum for meal options, or concert information. 7/9/2010 Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park 10 West 1st Street North Big Stone Gap VA 24219 http://www.swvamuseum.org/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-523-1322 American Legion Post 105 Variety Dance - Stuart, VA 7/10/2010 Live bands play dance music, country, two-step, flat foot, waltz, squares, & lines every Saturday night from 7:00 - 10:30 PM. Admission is $5.00. Snacks, coffee, soft drinks are available. Call Preston Martin at the number below for more info. American Legion Post 105 553 American Legion Road Stuart VA 24171 Email for information For More Information Call: 276-694-5941 The Carter Fold presents: WAYNE HENDERSON & FRIENDS, with Jeff Little (Old Time) - Saturday, July 10, 2010. The Carter Family Memorial Music Center, a non-profit organization, serves fans and supporters of old-time country and folk music through the presentation of weekly performances. Saturday evening shows begin at 7:30pm. 7/10/2010 The Carter Family Memorial Music Center, Inc. A. P. Carter Highway Hiltons VA 24258 http://www.carterfamilyfold.org Email for information For More Information Call: 276-386-6054 Song Of The Mountains, featuring: THE PRIMITIVE QUARTET, ANDERSON & STRICKLAND, LONESOME WILL MULLINS & THE VA PLAYBOYS, and VINNY RINGROSE - Saturday, July 10, 2010. This concert will be taped & offered for national broadcast. Song of the Mountains features bluegrass, old time, Celtic & Americana Music, & is currently airing on over 170 Public Television outlets across the United States. Tickets may be purchased at the Lincoln Theatre Box Office in Marion, VA or online at www.songofthemountains.org. For information or tickets by phone call 276-783-6093. Show begins at 7:00pm, tickets are $25.00. 7/10/2010 The Lincoln Theatre 117 E. Main Street Marion VA 24354 http://www.songofthemountains.org Email for information For More Information Call: 276-783-6093 The Damascus General Store presents: An Evening of Bluegrass with STEPS OF FAITH - Saturday, July 10, 2010. Admission: $6.00, showtime at 7:00pm. Formerly an old sock hosiery mill, the Damascus General Store has been completely renovated inside & out. Take one step through the front door & you'll discover the halcyon days of our past. Concessions available. 7/10/2010 Damascus General Store 1004 S. Shady Ave on the road to Backbone Rock Damascus VA 24236 http://www.damascusgeneralstore.com Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 475-5259 Mountain Music Showcase at the Damascus General Store presents: STEPS OF FAITH - Saturday, July 10, 2010. Live bands performing bluegrass music every Saturday night, 7:00 - 9:00 pm. Admission is $6, concessions available. Taped for delayed broadcast each Saturday afternoon from 3-4:00pm on Bristol TV station "The CW4". 7/10/2010 Damascus General Store 1004 S. Shady Ave Damascus VA 24236 http://www.damascusgeneralstore.com Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 475-5259 Blue Ridge Music Center 2010 Concert Season: Sweet Songs & Lightening Licks featuring THE CLAIRE LYNCH BAND, and The Barr family - Saturday, July 10, 2010. Admission is $15. Concerts 7:00pm, seating opens at 5:30pm. Advance tickets available. Children 12 and under are free. You may bring lawn chairs, blankets, or picnic food but please no pets in the amphitheater area or alcohol. Concessions available on site. 7/10/2010 Blue Ridge Music Center 700 Foothills Rd Galax VA 24333 Milepost 213 on the Blue Ridge Parkway http://www.blueridgemusiccenter.org/ Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 236-5309 x112 Capos Music Store Jam - Abingdon, VA. 7/10/2010 Just off of I-81's exit 19, Capo's acoustic music jam happens every Saturday night at 6:30pm. Come to play, or just to listen. Pickers of all skill levels welcome! Capo's Music Store 903 East Main Street Abingdon VA 24210 http://www.caposmusicstore.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276-525-1880 Sunday Sounds at Chateau Morrisette presents: LESLIE BROOKS - Sunday, July 11th, 2010 @ 1-4:00 pm. Bring the family on Sunday afternoons June through October for live music in the courtyard, admission is FREE! Local and regional musicians and entertainers, grilled foods, soft drinks and wine available for purchase beginning at noon, or bring your own picnic. Bring Seating. 7/11/2010 Chateau Morrisette 287 Winery Road SW Floyd VA 24091 http://www.thedogs.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: (540) 593-2865 Floyd Country Store Traditional Bluegrass/Mountain Music Jam - Floyd, VA 7/11/2010 Every Sunday, 2:005:00pm. Admission is free, pickers of all skill levels are welcome. 2010 is the Floyd Country Store's 100th anniversary. Visit their website for details about special events! Floyd Country Store 206 South Locust Street Floyd VA 24091 http://www.floydcountrystore.com Email for information For More Information Call: (540) 745-4563 Radford Fiddle & Banjo Jam - Radford, VA 7/12/2010 The Radford bluegrass jam session is held every Monday 7:00 - 10:00pm in the intimate environment of River City Grill. Bring an instrument, or just listen to the sounds of bluegrass & old-time mountain music played by local musicians. The jam appeals to a cross-section of folks, from old-school bluegrass fans to college students. A large crowd gathers every Monday, so get your table early. Children Welcome. River City Grill 103 Third Avenue Radford VA 24141 http://www.radfordfiddle.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: (540) 629-2130 Patrick County Rural Music Coalition monthly Jam - Critz, VA 7/12/2010 Second Monday of each month at 6:30pm, free to the public. Pickers of all skill levels are welcome. The Reynolds Homestead group is open to anyone interested in exploring the history of blues & rural music. Music sessions are moderated by Douglas Turner, Les & Minnie Moore. Come to play, or just listen & learn. For more info, please contact Reynolds Homestead program director Lisa Martin. The Reynolds Homestead 463 Homestead Lane Critz VA 24082 http://www.reynoldshomestead.vt.edu Email for information For More Information Call: 276-694-7181 Smyth County Jam - Chilhowie, VA 7/12/2010 Held every Monday night at the Chilhowie Lion's Club from 6:30-10:30pm (and often into the wee hours). Pickers of all skill levels are welcome, admission is free, but donations are welcome (donations go to the Chilhowie Lion's Club). Chilhowie Lions Club Building 116 Industrial Park Rd Chilhowie VA 24319 http://www.scjam.com Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 496-5467 Six String Bluegrass Jam - Raleigh, NC 7/12/2010 Held at The Six String Cafι every second & fourth Monday of the month. This event was formerly known as Hornblow's/Big Boss Tavern Bluegrass Jam, & used to be held on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month, but is now at a new time & location! Pickers of all skill levels are welcome, as are spectators. The Six String Cafι also has a full menu available (see their website for online menu). For more info contact Dan Pratt at dpratt14@nc.rr.com or David Hendrick at stringsof9@hotmail.com, or visit the Piedmont Council of Traditional Music's website at: http://www.pinecone.org. Six String Cafe 1040 Buck Jones Road Raleigh NC 27606 http://www.sixstringcafe.com Email for information For More Information Call: 919-664-8333 Tuesday Night Jam at The Stringbean Coffee Shop - Galax, VA 7/13/2010 From 6:00 - 9:00pm, no admission. Bring your instrument & jam, or just sit back, listen & enjoy some of the best coffee in the twin counties. Stringbean has several stages, & jam circles can form just about anywhere during this very popular event. If all that playing makes you hungry, Stringbean has a full menu of soups, sandwiches & dinners to satisfy any appetite. Stringbean Coffee Shop 215 South Main Galax VA 24333 http://www.stringbeancoffeeshop.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-236-0567 Mount Rogers Community Jam & Music Lessons - Whitetop, VA 7/13/2010 Every Tuesday Night- 7:00 PM. The Mt. Rogers Combined School in Whitetop, VA offers free music lessons (banjo, fiddle, guitar, mandolin, bass, and dance) and a community jam session on every Tuesday night. The music begins around 7 pm and goes on until late. Everyone (including children & pets) is welcome. Mt. Rogers Combined School 11337 Highlands Pky Whitetop VA 24292 For More Information Call: (276) 388-3489 Bluegrass Jam at Mitchell Music Company - Floyd, VA 7/13/2010 Held every Tuesday night, 6:30pm - 9:00pm. There is no admission, pickers of all skill levels are welcome. Coffee, tea & snacks will be on hand. Mitchell Music Company 203 South Locust Street Suite A Floyd VA 24091 http://www.mitchellmusicco.com Email for information For More Information Call: 540 745 6872 Country Cabin II Weekly Jam Session - Norton, VA 7/13/2010 Every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Free admission, all musicians and spectators welcome! Events at the Country Cabin are sponsored by Appalachian Traditions, Inc., a non-profit organization. For more info call Bill Jones at 276-679-3541 or 276-431-3338. The Country Cabin II 6034 Kent Junction Road Norton VA 24273 (1 ½ miles west of Norton - Josephine Section Wise County, VA) http://www.appalachiantraditionsinc.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276-679-3541 The Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse - Independence, VA 7/14/2010 From 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Local and regional old-time mountain music fiddlers and pickers. Bring your instrument, or just sit back and listen. Bring a comfortable chair, or use one of the folding chairs provided by the 1908 Courthouse. Experience a true mountain music jam! Historic 1908 Courthouse 107 E. Main St at the intersection of Hwy 58 & 21 Independence VA 24348 http://www.historic1908courthouse.org/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-773-3711 Lay's Hardware Jam Session - Coeburn, VA 7/15/2010 Every Thursday night, 6:30 - 10:30pm. Pickers of all skill levels are welcome, bluegrass, country, old timey mountain, oldies, and blues, even the occasional poetry reading. Admission is free, children welcome. Light snacks, coffee, and soda are available. For more info please contact Loretta 276-395-3323, or Charlie 276-393-5342. Historic Lays Hardware Center for the Arts 409 East Front Street Coeburn VA 24230 http://www.layshardware.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276-395-5160 Weekly Bluegrass Jam at Due South BBQ - Christiansburg, VA 7/15/2010 Join us every Thursday night (except Thanksgiving) from 7 pm 9 pm. Pickers of all skill levels are invited to participate, there is no cover charge. Full menu of food & drinks available for purchase from the restaurant. Due South BBQ 1465 Roanoke St. Christiansburg VA 24073 540-381-2922 http://www.duesouthbbq.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: 540-320-0197 Thursday Night Jam at the Fries Theater - Fries, VA 7/15/2010 From 6:00 - 9:00pm. The popular "Pickin' & Grinnin'" Thursday night jam sessions in Fries have moved again. Join us at the Fries Recreation Center Theatre on Main Street (the former Shaylin's Stretch-a-Dollar location). Come to listen, or come to play, but everyone is welcome. Admission is free, but donations are much appreciated. Fries Recreation Center Theatre 316 W Main Street Fries VA 24330 http://www.friesva.com/jam_sessions_in_fries/jam_sessions_in_fries.html Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 744-2231 27th Annual Mineral Bluegrass Festival - July 15, 16, 17, 2010 @ Walton Park, Mineral VA. Featuring MARTY STUART & HIS FABULOUS SUPERLATIVES, CONNIE SMITH, LARRY SPARKS, JD CROWE & THE NEW SOUTH, RALPH STANLEY & THE CLINCH MTN BOYS, JESSE McREYNOLDS & THE VIRGINIA BOYS, JUNIOR SISK & RAMBLER'S CHOICE, THE CHARLIE SIZEMORE BAND, THE GRASCALS, and many more! No parking fee, bring your own lawn chairs. Hot food/concessions, music rain or shine (tent provided). TICKET PRICES: $40 per day in advance/$45 at gate, 3-day special $90 advance/$95 at gate. Children (ages 6-13) $15 per day, 3-day $40 advance/$45 at gate, Children under 6 FREE with paying adult. 3-day ticket required to stay at the campground during the festival. From 7/15/2010 through 7/17/2010 Walton Park 628 Louisa Ave Mineral, VA 23117 (This is the address for Duke Oil at park entrance) For tickets call: 706-864-7203 For camping call: 540-894-9811 http://www.aandabluegrass.com/Festivals/MineralBluegrassFestival.html Email for information For More Information Call: 706-864-7203 Open Jam at the Virginia Ballroom - Abingdon, VA 7/15/2010 Acoustic Music Jam every Thursday. Musicians anytime after 5:00pm, stage performance begins at 7:00pm. Light dinner beginning at 5:45, $6.00 per person. Public welcome, donations appreciated. Virginia Ballroom at Abingdon Senior Center 300 Senior Drive Abingdon VA 24210 http://www.abingdonseniorcenter.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-628-5859 Mitchell Music Company/Hotel Floyd Summer Concert Series: ADAM McPEAK & MOUNTAIN THUNDER - Thursday, July 15, 2010. Weekly Concerts on the Hotel Floyd Amphitheater Stage, Thursdays 5:00pm - 8:00pm, between the months of May & October. This will be the first year of this concert series, with a fine handpicked line-up of bands performing the best in area Bluegrass and Americana music. The concerts are Free & Family Friendly! Food and non-alcoholic beverages available on-site. 7/15/2010 Hotel Floyd 120 Wilson Street Southeast Floyd, VA 24091 http://www.hotelfloyd.com Email for information For More Information Call: (540) 745-6080 The Pickin' Porch presents: FLOWERS FAMILY - Thursday, July 15, 2010. Every Thursday at 7:00pm in the Comfort Systems USA Performance Center, Bristol Mall. Admission is free but donations are requested thru the non-profit ACMA, all proceeds go to benefit the Mountain Music Museum. 7/15/2010 The Pickin' Porch Bristol Mall 500 Gate City Highway just off exit 1 of I-81 Bristol VA 24201 http://www.pickinporch.org Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 645-0035 Gathering at Glade Jam Sessions - Glade Spring, VA. Open air jam sessions located in the downtown square gazebo & various locations around Glade Spring every other Friday night from 6:30 - 8:30pm. Admission is FREE! Musicians of all skill levels encouraged to attend jam sessions set up throughout the downtown area. 7/16/2010 Downtown Glade Spring 213 Town Square Glade Spring VA 24340 http://www.facebook.com/pages/Music-In-The-Square/112971738746687?v=wall&ref=ts Email for information For More Information Call: 276-429-2111 Red Barn Bluegrass at Pleasant Hill Farm presents: BAND TO BE ANNOUNCED (please check website for updates) - Friday, July 16, 2010. Join us each Friday night for an evening of live Bluegrass, Mountain & Country music played by some of the regions most talented artists. Music starts at 7:00pm, admission is $4.00. The United Methodist Church of Max Meadows will be grilling hamburgers & hot dogs as well as other great food outside the Red Barn. There will be a "50/50" drawing each Friday night at 10:00 PM (Half to drawing winner, Half to the band). Audience members also encouraged to make a donation to the musicians tip jar. 7/16/2010 Red Barn Bluegrass at Pleasant Hill Farm 310 Rome Road Max Meadows VA 24360 http://pleasanthillfarm.com/pleasanthillfarm.net/2010_Red_Barn_Bluegrass.html Email for information For More Information Call: 276-637-0252 Lays Hardware Center for the Arts presents: THE KELLY NELSON BAND, and the Center Stage Cloggers - Friday, July 16, 2010. Live Bluegrass every Friday night 7:30 - 10:30pm, doors open at 6:00pm, admission: $5.00 Adults, $1.00 Children 6-12, under 6 admitted FREE! Lays Hardware is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of Appalachian culture. We offer great family entertainment in a smoke-free, alcohol-free atmosphere. 7/16/2010 Lays Hardware 409 Front Street Coeburn VA 24230 http://www.layshardware.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276.395.3323 Lunch On The Lawn concert series presents: CHARLIE ENGLE & MEGAN CLAY - Friday, July 16, 2010. Weekly lunchtime concert series from 12:00pm - 1:00pm at Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park in Big Stone Gap. Admission is FREE. Box lunches will be available from the museum for $5.00. Lunch orders must be placed by 9:30am on the day of the concert, menu changes weekly. Please call the museum for meal options, or concert information. 7/16/2010 Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park 10 West 1st Street North Big Stone Gap VA 24219 http://www.swvamuseum.org/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-523-1322 Baldwin Produce Friday Night Jam Session - Fries, VA 7/16/2010 Weekly bluegrass, old time & gospel jam every Friday from 6:00pm - 9:00pm at Baldwin Produce. Admission is free, musicians of all skill levels welcome, come to pick or just to listen. Concessions available. Baldwin Produce 5391 Ivanhoe Road Fries VA 24330 Email for information For More Information Call: 276-744-2085 Allison Gap Ruritan Club Jam - Saltville, VA 7/16/2010 Held every Friday at 6:30pm. Admission is FREE, come to play or just to watch. Pickers of all skill levels are welcome. Allison Gap Ruritan & Community Center 165 Lick Skillet Road Saltville VA 24370 Jam Session at The Willis Gap Community Center - Ararat, VA 7/16/2010 Held every Friday night 7:00pm - 10:00pm, the Willis Gap Jam has been going on for more than 10 years, & is free to the public. Pickers of all skill levels are welcome, or just come to watch. Otto Hiatt hosts, he & his wife Nellie both play & sing at the event. Drinks & snacks are available for purchase. Contact Mary Dellenback Hill for more info: 276-251-9906 (h), 276-692-6561 (cell). The Willis Gap Community Center (located a few yards off Willis Gap Road) 144 The Hollow Road Ararat VA 24053 Email for information For More Information Call: 276-251-9906 Capos Music Store Jam - Abingdon, VA. 7/17/2010 Just off of I-81's exit 19, Capo's acoustic music jam happens every Saturday night at 6:30pm. Come to play, or just to listen. Pickers of all skill levels welcome! Capo's Music Store 903 East Main Street Abingdon VA 24210 http://www.caposmusicstore.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276-525-1880 The Blacksnake Meadery presents: Music, Mead & Cider concert series - FOLK BY ASSOCIATION Saturday, July 17, 2010. 11:00am to 5:00pm, with music from 1:00 - 4:00pm. Enjoy music & mead at Blacksnake Meadery, then head over to Foggy Ridge Cider for sounds & cider with English folk guitarist John Wilson. Or start at Foggy Ridge & then meander to Blacksnake. $5.00 fee covers both mead & cider tasting. Visit two unique, award-winning wineries. Foggy Ridge Cider produces hard cider made from heirloom apples, & Blacksnake Meadery produces mead (honey wine) made from honey from their apiary. 7/17/2010 Blacksnake Meadery 605 Buffalo Road Dugspur VA 24325 http://www.blacksnakemead.com Email for information For More Information Call: 540-834-6172 American Legion Post 105 Variety Dance - Stuart, VA 7/17/2010 Live bands play dance music, country, two-step, flat foot, waltz, squares, & lines every Saturday night from 7:00 - 10:30 PM. Admission is $5.00. Snacks, coffee, soft drinks are available. Call Preston Martin at the number below for more info. American Legion Post 105 553 American Legion Road Stuart VA 24171 Email for information For More Information Call: 276-694-5941 The Carter Fold presents: LOST & FOUND - Saturday, July 17, 2010. The Carter Family Memorial Music Center, a non-profit organization, serves fans and supporters of old-time country and folk music through the presentation of weekly performances. Saturday evening shows begin at 7:30pm. 7/17/2010 The Carter Family Memorial Music Center, Inc. A. P. Carter Highway Hiltons VA 24258 http://www.carterfamilyfold.org Email for information For More Information Call: 276-386-6054 Blue Ridge Music Center 2010 Concert Season: Over the Blueridge to Kentucky featuring CLACK MOUNTAIN, and THE ZEPHYR LIGHTNING BOLTS - Saturday, July 17, 2010. Admission is $10. Concerts 7:00pm, seating opens at 5:30pm. Advance tickets available. Children 12 and under are free. You may bring lawn chairs, blankets, or picnic food but please no pets in the amphitheater area or alcohol. Concessions available on site. 7/17/2010 Blue Ridge Music Center 700 Foothills Rd Galax VA 24333 Milepost 213 on the Blue Ridge Parkway http://www.blueridgemusiccenter.org/ Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 236-5309 x112 Indian Springs Outpost Jam Session - Hillsville, VA 7/17/2010 From 7:00pm until ...? Pickers of all skill levels are welcome to play, or just come to listen & enjoy. There is no cover, but donations are welcome. Concessions available. Indian Springs Outpost 4373 Greenberry Road just off Snake Creek Road Hillsville VA 24343 Email for information For More Information Call: 276-728-4588 Fairview Homestead Benefit Concert - July 17, 2010. Admission $5. Starts at 4pm. Featuring performances by DALE JETT & HELLO STRANGER, EUGENE WOLF, & GILL BRASWELL. Henry McCarthy of WEHC 90.7 "Poets & Writers" will be the MC. 7/17/2010 Fairview Homestead 908 Hillman Highway Abingdon VA 24210 http://www.abingdonva.us For More Information Call: 276-676-2282 Red Barn Bluegrass at Pleasant Hill Farm presents: Gospel Sunday with BILL & MAGGIE ANDERSON - Sunday, July 18, 2010. Music starts at 7:00pm, admission is $4.00. The United Methodist Church of Max Meadows will be grilling hamburgers & hot dogs as well as other great food outside the Red Barn. 7/18/2010 Red Barn Bluegrass at Pleasant Hill Farm 310 Rome Road Max Meadows VA 24360 http://pleasanthillfarm.com/pleasanthillfarm.net/2010_Red_Barn_Bluegrass.html Email for information For More Information Call: 276-637-0252 Floyd Country Store Traditional Bluegrass/Mountain Music Jam - Floyd, VA 7/18/2010 Every Sunday, 2:005:00pm. Admission is free, pickers of all skill levels are welcome. 2010 is the Floyd Country Store's 100th anniversary. Visit their website for details about special events! Floyd Country Store 206 South Locust Street Floyd VA 24091 http://www.floydcountrystore.com Email for information For More Information Call: (540) 745-4563 Clinch River Gospel Music Jamboree 7/18/2010 Monthly concert and open mic, the 3rd Sunday of every month, from February through October, 2010 @ 3:00pm. For more info call Gary Crum at 276.393.3522. Cleveland United Methodist Church 6567 Cleveland Rd. (Rte 82) Cleveland VA 24225 Email for information For More Information Call: 276.393.3522 Sunday Sounds at Chateau Morrisette presents: FOLK BY ASSOCIATION - Sunday, July 18th, 2010 @ 1-4:00 pm. Bring the family on Sunday afternoons June through October for live music in the courtyard, admission is FREE! Local and regional musicians and entertainers, grilled foods, soft drinks and wine available for purchase beginning at noon, or bring your own picnic. Bring Seating. 7/18/2010 Chateau Morrisette 287 Winery Road SW Floyd VA 24091 http://www.thedogs.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: (540) 593-2865 Smyth County Jam - Chilhowie, VA 7/19/2010 Held every Monday night at the Chilhowie Lion's Club from 6:30-10:30pm (and often into the wee hours). Pickers of all skill levels are welcome, admission is free, but donations are welcome (donations go to the Chilhowie Lion's Club). Chilhowie Lions Club Building 116 Industrial Park Rd Chilhowie VA 24319 http://www.scjam.com Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 496-5467 Radford Fiddle & Banjo Jam - Radford, VA 7/19/2010 The Radford bluegrass jam session is held every Monday 7:00 - 10:00pm in the intimate environment of River City Grill. Bring an instrument, or just listen to the sounds of bluegrass & old-time mountain music played by local musicians. The jam appeals to a cross-section of folks, from old-school bluegrass fans to college students. A large crowd gathers every Monday, so get your table early. Children Welcome. River City Grill 103 Third Avenue Radford VA 24141 http://www.radfordfiddle.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: (540) 629-2130 Bluegrass Jam at Mitchell Music Company - Floyd, VA 7/20/2010 Held every Tuesday night, 6:30pm - 9:00pm. There is no admission, pickers of all skill levels are welcome. Coffee, tea & snacks will be on hand. Mitchell Music Company 203 South Locust Street Suite A Floyd VA 24091 http://www.mitchellmusicco.com Email for information For More Information Call: 540 745 6872 Country Cabin II Weekly Jam Session - Norton, VA 7/20/2010 Every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Free admission, all musicians and spectators welcome! Events at the Country Cabin are sponsored by Appalachian Traditions, Inc., a non-profit organization. For more info call Bill Jones at 276-679-3541 or 276-431-3338. The Country Cabin II 6034 Kent Junction Road Norton VA 24273 (1 ½ miles west of Norton - Josephine Section Wise County, VA) http://www.appalachiantraditionsinc.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276-679-3541 Tuesday Night Jam at The Stringbean Coffee Shop - Galax, VA 7/20/2010 From 6:00 - 9:00pm, no admission. Bring your instrument & jam, or just sit back, listen & enjoy some of the best coffee in the twin counties. Stringbean has several stages, & jam circles can form just about anywhere during this very popular event. If all that playing makes you hungry, Stringbean has a full menu of soups, sandwiches & dinners to satisfy any appetite. Stringbean Coffee Shop 215 South Main Galax VA 24333 http://www.stringbeancoffeeshop.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-236-0567 Mount Rogers Community Jam & Music Lessons - Whitetop, VA 7/20/2010 Every Tuesday Night- 7:00 PM. The Mt. Rogers Combined School in Whitetop, VA offers free music lessons (banjo, fiddle, guitar, mandolin, bass, and dance) and a community jam session on every Tuesday night. The music begins around 7 pm and goes on until late. Everyone (including children & pets) is welcome. Mt. Rogers Combined School 11337 Highlands Pky Whitetop VA 24292 For More Information Call: (276) 388-3489 The Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse - Independence, VA 7/21/2010 From 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Local and regional old-time mountain music fiddlers and pickers. Bring your instrument, or just sit back and listen. Bring a comfortable chair, or use one of the folding chairs provided by the 1908 Courthouse. Experience a true mountain music jam! Historic 1908 Courthouse 107 E. Main St at the intersection of Hwy 58 & 21 Independence VA 24348 http://www.historic1908courthouse.org/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-773-3711 Monthly Musical Jam Day - Pulaski, VA 7/21/2010 Traditional mountain music jam. Third Wednesday of each month, 1-3 p.m. Players of all skill levels are invited to participate! Admission is free, light snacks (cookies, coffee) are offered at no charge. Senior Center 106 North Washington Ave. Pulaski VA 24301 Email for information For More Information Call: 540-994-8628 VFW Music Jam - Hillsville, VA 7/21/2010 Twice monthly bluegrass & old time jam on the first & third Wednesday of each month, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Admission is free, pickers of all skill levels are welcome. Concessions available. Grover King VFW Post 1115 701 West Stuart Drive Hillsville VA 24343 http://www.vfw1115.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276-728-2911 The Pickin' Porch presents: SENIOR EXPRESS - Thursday, July 22, 2010. Every Thursday at 7:00pm in the Comfort Systems USA Performance Center, Bristol Mall. Admission is free but donations are requested thru the non-profit ACMA, all proceeds go to benefit the Mountain Music Museum. 7/22/2010 The Pickin' Porch Bristol Mall 500 Gate City Highway just off exit 1 of I-81 Bristol VA 24201 http://www.pickinporch.org Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 645-0035 Open Jam at the Virginia Ballroom - Abingdon, VA 7/22/2010 Acoustic Music Jam every Thursday. Musicians anytime after 5:00pm, stage performance begins at 7:00pm. Light dinner beginning at 5:45, $6.00 per person. Public welcome, donations appreciated. Virginia Ballroom at Abingdon Senior Center 300 Senior Drive Abingdon VA 24210 http://www.abingdonseniorcenter.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-628-5859 FloydFest 9: Breaking Ground - July 22 -25, 2010. FloydFest takes place on an 80 acre venue off the beautiful, historic, and refreshingly non-commercial Blue Ridge Parkway. Since its inception in 2001, FloydFest has grown, exponentially yet sustainably, and in the words of a 2009 Jambase reviewer manages to pull off a large-tier festival while maintaining a small-fest vibe. Performers include: The Levon Helm Band, Blue King Brown, Bearfoot, Cornmeal, The Low Anthem, Mountain Heart, Wiyos, Adrienne Young, William Walter & Co., Miss Tess, Christabel & The Jons, Boulder Acoustic Society, Holy Ghost Tent Revival, Packway Handle Band, Two Man Gentlemen Band, and many, many more. Tickets: $45 - $145. From 7/22/2010 through 7/25/2010 Blue Cow Arts Pavilion Mile Post 170.5 Blue Ridge Parkway Floyd VA 24091 http://atwproductions.com/index.php?pr=ffhome Email for information For More Information Call: (888) 695-0888 Lay's Hardware Jam Session - Coeburn, VA 7/22/2010 Every Thursday night, 6:30 - 10:30pm. Pickers of all skill levels are welcome, bluegrass, country, old timey mountain, oldies, and blues, even the occasional poetry reading. Admission is free, children welcome. Light snacks, coffee, and soda are available. For more info please contact Loretta 276-395-3323, or Charlie 276-393-5342. Historic Lays Hardware Center for the Arts 409 East Front Street Coeburn VA 24230 http://www.layshardware.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276-395-5160 Weekly Bluegrass Jam at Due South BBQ - Christiansburg, VA 7/22/2010 Join us every Thursday night (except Thanksgiving) from 7 pm 9 pm. Pickers of all skill levels are invited to participate, there is no cover charge. Full menu of food & drinks available for purchase from the restaurant. Due South BBQ 1465 Roanoke St. Christiansburg VA 24073 540-381-2922 http://www.duesouthbbq.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: 540-320-0197 Thursday Night Jam at the Fries Theater - Fries, VA 7/22/2010 From 6:00 - 9:00pm. The popular "Pickin' & Grinnin'" Thursday night jam sessions in Fries have moved again. Join us at the Fries Recreation Center Theatre on Main Street (the former Shaylin's Stretch-a-Dollar location). Come to listen, or come to play, but everyone is welcome. Admission is free, but donations are much appreciated. Fries Recreation Center Theatre 316 W Main Street Fries VA 24330 http://www.friesva.com/jam_sessions_in_fries/jam_sessions_in_fries.html Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 744-2231 Allison Gap Ruritan Club Jam - Saltville, VA 7/23/2010 Held every Friday at 6:30pm. Admission is FREE, come to play or just to watch. Pickers of all skill levels are welcome. Allison Gap Ruritan & Community Center 165 Lick Skillet Road Saltville VA 24370 Jam Session at The Willis Gap Community Center - Ararat, VA 7/23/2010 Held every Friday night 7:00pm - 10:00pm, the Willis Gap Jam has been going on for more than 10 years, & is free to the public. Pickers of all skill levels are welcome, or just come to watch. Otto Hiatt hosts, he & his wife Nellie both play & sing at the event. Drinks & snacks are available for purchase. Contact Mary Dellenback Hill for more info: 276-251-9906 (h), 276-692-6561 (cell). The Willis Gap Community Center (located a few yards off Willis Gap Road) 144 The Hollow Road Ararat VA 24053 Email for information For More Information Call: 276-251-9906 Red Barn Bluegrass at Pleasant Hill Farm presents: ADAM McPEAK & MOUNTAIN THUNDER - Friday, July 23, 2010. Join us each Friday night for an evening of live Bluegrass, Mountain & Country music played by some of the regions most talented artists. Music starts at 7:00pm, admission is $4.00. The United Methodist Church of Max Meadows will be grilling hamburgers & hot dogs as well as other great food outside the Red Barn. There will be a "50/50" drawing each Friday night at 10:00 PM (Half to drawing winner, Half to the band). Audience members also encouraged to make a donation to the musicians tip jar. 7/23/2010 Red Barn Bluegrass at Pleasant Hill Farm 310 Rome Road Max Meadows VA 24360 http://pleasanthillfarm.com/pleasanthillfarm.net/2010_Red_Barn_Bluegrass.html Email for information For More Information Call: 276-637-0252 Baldwin Produce Friday Night Jam Session - Fries, VA 7/23/2010 Weekly bluegrass, old time & gospel jam every Friday from 6:00pm - 9:00pm at Baldwin Produce. Admission is free, musicians of all skill levels welcome, come to pick or just to listen. Concessions available. Baldwin Produce 5391 Ivanhoe Road Fries VA 24330 Email for information For More Information Call: 276-744-2085 Lays Hardware Center for the Arts presents: UNCUT GRASS - Friday, July 23, 2010. Live Bluegrass every Friday night 7:30 - 10:30pm, doors open at 6:00pm, admission: $5.00 Adults, $1.00 Children 6-12, under 6 admitted FREE! Lays Hardware is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of Appalachian culture. We offer great family entertainment in a smoke-free, alcohol-free atmosphere. 7/23/2010 Lays Hardware 409 Front Street Coeburn VA 24230 http://www.layshardware.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276.395.3323 Lunch On The Lawn concert series presents: ANTON KEYS - Friday, July 23, 2010. Weekly lunchtime concert series from 12:00pm - 1:00pm at Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park in Big Stone Gap. Admission is FREE. Box lunches will be available from the museum for $5.00. Lunch orders must be placed by 9:30am on the day of the concert, menu changes weekly. Please call the museum for meal options, or concert information. 7/23/2010 Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park 10 West 1st Street North Big Stone Gap VA 24219 http://www.swvamuseum.org/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-523-1322 American Legion Post 105 Variety Dance - Stuart, VA 7/24/2010 Live bands play dance music, country, two-step, flat foot, waltz, squares, & lines every Saturday night from 7:00 - 10:30 PM. Admission is $5.00. Snacks, coffee, soft drinks are available. Call Preston Martin at the number below for more info. American Legion Post 105 553 American Legion Road Stuart VA 24171 Email for information For More Information Call: 276-694-5941 The Damascus General Store presents: An Evening of Bluegrass with NARROW WAY - Saturday, July 24, 2010. Admission: $6.00, showtime at 7:00pm. Formerly an old sock hosiery mill, the Damascus General Store has been completely renovated inside & out. Take one step through the front door & you'll discover the halcyon days of our past. Concessions available. 7/24/2010 Damascus General Store 1004 S. Shady Ave on the road to Backbone Rock Damascus VA 24236 http://www.damascusgeneralstore.com Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 475-5259 62nd Annual Virginia Highlands Festival, downtown Abingdon From 7/24/2010 through 8/8/2010 Experience the Culture of Southwest Virginia's Blue Ridge Highlands through arts & crafts, music series concerts, antiques, photography, creative writing, youth events, fine foods, drama, nature walks, historical tours, hot air balloons, & much more! Named one of the Top 100 Events in North America by the American Bus Association, & Top Twenty Events in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society. Please visit website for more details, including list of musical performers. Main Street downtown historic district Abingdon VA 24210 http://www.vahighlandsfestival.org/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276.623.5266 Blue Ridge Music Center 2010 Concert Season: Stir Your Soul featuring LARNELL STARKEY & THE SPIRITUAL SEVEN, and THE PATHWAY BLUEGRASS BAND - Saturday, July 24, 2010. Admission is $15. Concerts 7:00pm, seating opens at 5:30pm. Advance tickets available. Children 12 and under are free. You may bring lawn chairs, blankets, or picnic food but please no pets in the amphitheater area or alcohol. Concessions available on site. 7/24/2010 Blue Ridge Music Center 700 Foothills Rd Galax VA 24333 Milepost 213 on the Blue Ridge Parkway http://www.blueridgemusiccenter.org/ Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 236-5309 x112 The Carter Fold presents: THE DARRELL WEBB BAND - Saturday, July 24, 2010. The Carter Family Memorial Music Center, a non-profit organization, serves fans and supporters of old-time country and folk music through the presentation of weekly performances. Saturday evening shows begin at 7:30pm. 7/24/2010 The Carter Family Memorial Music Center, Inc. A. P. Carter Highway Hiltons VA 24258 http://www.carterfamilyfold.org Email for information For More Information Call: 276-386-6054 Capos Music Store Jam - Abingdon, VA. 7/24/2010 Just off of I-81's exit 19, Capo's acoustic music jam happens every Saturday night at 6:30pm. Come to play, or just to listen. Pickers of all skill levels welcome! Capo's Music Store 903 East Main Street Abingdon VA 24210 http://www.caposmusicstore.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276-525-1880 Sunday Sounds at Chateau Morrisette presents: BILL & MAGGIE ANDERSON - Sunday, July 25th, 2010 @ 1-4:00 pm. Bring the family on Sunday afternoons June through October for live music in the courtyard, admission is FREE! Local and regional musicians and entertainers, grilled foods, soft drinks and wine available for purchase beginning at noon, or bring your own picnic. Bring Seating. 7/25/2010 Chateau Morrisette 287 Winery Road SW Floyd VA 24091 http://www.thedogs.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: (540) 593-2865 Floyd Country Store Traditional Bluegrass/Mountain Music Jam - Floyd, VA 7/25/2010 Every Sunday, 2:005:00pm. Admission is free, pickers of all skill levels are welcome. 2010 is the Floyd Country Store's 100th anniversary. Visit their website for details about special events! Floyd Country Store 206 South Locust Street Floyd VA 24091 http://www.floydcountrystore.com Email for information For More Information Call: (540) 745-4563 Radford Fiddle & Banjo Jam - Radford, VA 7/26/2010 The Radford bluegrass jam session is held every Monday 7:00 - 10:00pm in the intimate environment of River City Grill. Bring an instrument, or just listen to the sounds of bluegrass & old-time mountain music played by local musicians. The jam appeals to a cross-section of folks, from old-school bluegrass fans to college students. A large crowd gathers every Monday, so get your table early. Children Welcome. River City Grill 103 Third Avenue Radford VA 24141 http://www.radfordfiddle.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: (540) 629-2130 Smyth County Jam - Chilhowie, VA 7/26/2010 Held every Monday night at the Chilhowie Lion's Club from 6:30-10:30pm (and often into the wee hours). Pickers of all skill levels are welcome, admission is free, but donations are welcome (donations go to the Chilhowie Lion's Club). Chilhowie Lions Club Building 116 Industrial Park Rd Chilhowie VA 24319 http://www.scjam.com Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 496-5467 Six String Bluegrass Jam - Raleigh, NC 7/26/2010 Held at The Six String Cafι every second & fourth Monday of the month. This event was formerly known as Hornblow's/Big Boss Tavern Bluegrass Jam, & used to be held on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month, but is now at a new time & location! Pickers of all skill levels are welcome, as are spectators. The Six String Cafι also has a full menu available (see their website for online menu). For more info contact Dan Pratt at dpratt14@nc.rr.com or David Hendrick at stringsof9@hotmail.com, or visit the Piedmont Council of Traditional Music's website at: http://www.pinecone.org. Six String Cafe 1040 Buck Jones Road Raleigh NC 27606 http://www.sixstringcafe.com Email for information For More Information Call: 919-664-8333 Mount Rogers Community Jam & Music Lessons - Whitetop, VA 7/27/2010 Every Tuesday Night- 7:00 PM. The Mt. Rogers Combined School in Whitetop, VA offers free music lessons (banjo, fiddle, guitar, mandolin, bass, and dance) and a community jam session on every Tuesday night. The music begins around 7 pm and goes on until late. Everyone (including children & pets) is welcome. Mt. Rogers Combined School 11337 Highlands Pky Whitetop VA 24292 For More Information Call: (276) 388-3489 Tuesday Night Jam at The Stringbean Coffee Shop - Galax, VA 7/27/2010 From 6:00 - 9:00pm, no admission. Bring your instrument & jam, or just sit back, listen & enjoy some of the best coffee in the twin counties. Stringbean has several stages, & jam circles can form just about anywhere during this very popular event. If all that playing makes you hungry, Stringbean has a full menu of soups, sandwiches & dinners to satisfy any appetite. Stringbean Coffee Shop 215 South Main Galax VA 24333 http://www.stringbeancoffeeshop.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-236-0567 Country Cabin II Weekly Jam Session - Norton, VA 7/27/2010 Every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Free admission, all musicians and spectators welcome! Events at the Country Cabin are sponsored by Appalachian Traditions, Inc., a non-profit organization. For more info call Bill Jones at 276-679-3541 or 276-431-3338. The Country Cabin II 6034 Kent Junction Road Norton VA 24273 (1 ½ miles west of Norton - Josephine Section Wise County, VA) http://www.appalachiantraditionsinc.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276-679-3541 Bluegrass Jam at Mitchell Music Company - Floyd, VA 7/27/2010 Held every Tuesday night, 6:30pm - 9:00pm. There is no admission, pickers of all skill levels are welcome. Coffee, tea & snacks will be on hand. Mitchell Music Company 203 South Locust Street Suite A Floyd VA 24091 http://www.mitchellmusicco.com Email for information For More Information Call: 540 745 6872 The Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse - Independence, VA 7/28/2010 From 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Local and regional old-time mountain music fiddlers and pickers. Bring your instrument, or just sit back and listen. Bring a comfortable chair, or use one of the folding chairs provided by the 1908 Courthouse. Experience a true mountain music jam! Historic 1908 Courthouse 107 E. Main St at the intersection of Hwy 58 & 21 Independence VA 24348 http://www.historic1908courthouse.org/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-773-3711 Lay's Hardware Jam Session - Coeburn, VA 7/29/2010 Every Thursday night, 6:30 - 10:30pm. Pickers of all skill levels are welcome, bluegrass, country, old timey mountain, oldies, and blues, even the occasional poetry reading. Admission is free, children welcome. Light snacks, coffee, and soda are available. For more info please contact Loretta 276-395-3323, or Charlie 276-393-5342. Historic Lays Hardware Center for the Arts 409 East Front Street Coeburn VA 24230 http://www.layshardware.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276-395-5160 Weekly Bluegrass Jam at Due South BBQ - Christiansburg, VA 7/29/2010 Join us every Thursday night (except Thanksgiving) from 7 pm 9 pm. Pickers of all skill levels are invited to participate, there is no cover charge. Full menu of food & drinks available for purchase from the restaurant. Due South BBQ 1465 Roanoke St. Christiansburg VA 24073 540-381-2922 http://www.duesouthbbq.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: 540-320-0197 Thursday Night Jam at the Fries Theater - Fries, VA 7/29/2010 From 6:00 - 9:00pm. The popular "Pickin' & Grinnin'" Thursday night jam sessions in Fries have moved again. Join us at the Fries Recreation Center Theatre on Main Street (the former Shaylin's Stretch-a-Dollar location). Come to listen, or come to play, but everyone is welcome. Admission is free, but donations are much appreciated. Fries Recreation Center Theatre 316 W Main Street Fries VA 24330 http://www.friesva.com/jam_sessions_in_fries/jam_sessions_in_fries.html Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 744-2231 Open Jam at the Virginia Ballroom - Abingdon, VA 7/29/2010 Acoustic Music Jam every Thursday. Musicians anytime after 5:00pm, stage performance begins at 7:00pm. Light dinner beginning at 5:45, $6.00 per person. Public welcome, donations appreciated. Virginia Ballroom at Abingdon Senior Center 300 Senior Drive Abingdon VA 24210 http://www.abingdonseniorcenter.com/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-628-5859 Mitchell Music Company/Hotel Floyd Summer Concert Series: WINDFALL - Thursday, July 29, 2010. Weekly Concerts on the Hotel Floyd Amphitheater Stage, Thursdays 5:00pm - 8:00pm, between the months of May & October. This will be the first year of this concert series, with a fine handpicked line-up of bands performing the best in area Bluegrass and Americana music. The concerts are Free & Family Friendly! Food and non-alcoholic beverages available on-site. 7/29/2010 Hotel Floyd 120 Wilson Street Southeast Floyd, VA 24091 http://www.hotelfloyd.com Email for information For More Information Call: (540) 745-6080 Red Barn Bluegrass at Pleasant Hill Farm presents: THE NEW RIDGE BLUEGRASS BAND - Friday, July 30, 2010. Join us each Friday night for an evening of live Bluegrass, Mountain & Country music played by some of the regions most talented artists. Music starts at 7:00pm, admission is $4.00. The United Methodist Church of Max Meadows will be grilling hamburgers & hot dogs as well as other great food outside the Red Barn. There will be a "50/50" drawing each Friday night at 10:00 PM (Half to drawing winner, Half to the band). Audience members also encouraged to make a donation to the musicians tip jar. 7/30/2010 Red Barn Bluegrass at Pleasant Hill Farm 310 Rome Road Max Meadows VA 24360 http://pleasanthillfarm.com/pleasanthillfarm.net/2010_Red_Barn_Bluegrass.html Email for information For More Information Call: 276-637-0252 Baldwin Produce Friday Night Jam Session - Fries, VA 7/30/2010 Weekly bluegrass, old time & gospel jam every Friday from 6:00pm - 9:00pm at Baldwin Produce. Admission is free, musicians of all skill levels welcome, come to pick or just to listen. Concessions available. Baldwin Produce 5391 Ivanhoe Road Fries VA 24330 Email for information For More Information Call: 276-744-2085 Gathering at Glade Jam Sessions - Glade Spring, VA. Open air jam sessions located in the downtown square gazebo & various locations around Glade Spring every other Friday night from 6:30 - 8:30pm. Admission is FREE! Musicians of all skill levels encouraged to attend jam sessions set up throughout the downtown area. 7/30/2010 Downtown Glade Spring 213 Town Square Glade Spring VA 24340 http://www.facebook.com/pages/Music-In-The-Square/112971738746687?v=wall&ref=ts Email for information For More Information Call: 276-429-2111 Lays Hardware Center for the Arts presents: RUNAWAY FREIGHT - Friday, July 30, 2010. Live Bluegrass every Friday night 7:30 - 10:30pm, doors open at 6:00pm, admission: $5.00 Adults, $1.00 Children 6-12, under 6 admitted FREE! Lays Hardware is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of Appalachian culture. We offer great family entertainment in a smoke-free, alcohol-free atmosphere. 7/30/2010 Lays Hardware 409 Front Street Coeburn VA 24230 http://www.layshardware.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276.395.3323 Lunch On The Lawn concert series presents: AARON DAVIS - Friday, July 30, 2010. Weekly lunchtime concert series from 12:00pm - 1:00pm at Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park in Big Stone Gap. Admission is FREE. Box lunches will be available from the museum for $5.00. Lunch orders must be placed by 9:30am on the day of the concert, menu changes weekly. Please call the museum for meal options, or concert information. 7/30/2010 Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park 10 West 1st Street North Big Stone Gap VA 24219 http://www.swvamuseum.org/ Email for information For More Information Call: 276-523-1322 Allison Gap Ruritan Club Jam - Saltville, VA 7/30/2010 Held every Friday at 6:30pm. Admission is FREE, come to play or just to watch. Pickers of all skill levels are welcome. Allison Gap Ruritan & Community Center 165 Lick Skillet Road Saltville VA 24370 1908 Courthouse - July 30 - Following the success of the first Courthouse Opry in February 2010, local Grayson County band, Hard Cider, will be hosting the show once more. In addition to Hard Cider, the July Opry lineup features The Whitetop Mountain Band and Cat & Clint, a duo from Victoria, Australia. The emcee for the Opry will be Dale Morris. The concert will be held in the Baldwin Auditorium at the 1908 Courthouse and will begin at 7 p.m. Seating is limited to 150. Advanced tickets are being sold for $10 each at Grayson Florist in Independence and Barrs Fiddle Shop in Galax until Thursday, July 29. Tickets will be sold at the door for $12 each until auditorium capacity is reached. Refreshments will be available. The Baldwin Auditorium will also be air-conditioned. The auditorium elevator will cease operation at the start of the show but will resume during intermissions and at the end of the show. 7/30/2010 Historic 1908 Courthouse 107 E. Main St at the intersection of Hwy 58 & 21 Independence VA 24348 http://www.whitetopmountainband.tripod.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276-768-6329 Jam Session at The Willis Gap Community Center - Ararat, VA 7/30/2010 Held every Friday night 7:00pm - 10:00pm, the Willis Gap Jam has been going on for more than 10 years, & is free to the public. Pickers of all skill levels are welcome, or just come to watch. Otto Hiatt hosts, he & his wife Nellie both play & sing at the event. Drinks & snacks are available for purchase. Contact Mary Dellenback Hill for more info: 276-251-9906 (h), 276-692-6561 (cell). The Willis Gap Community Center (located a few yards off Willis Gap Road) 144 The Hollow Road Ararat VA 24053 Email for information For More Information Call: 276-251-9906 The Damascus General Store presents: An Evening of Bluegrass with THE SHEETS FAMILY - Saturday, July 31, 2010. Admission: $6.00, showtime at 7:00pm. Formerly an old sock hosiery mill, the Damascus General Store has been completely renovated inside & out. Take one step through the front door & you'll discover the halcyon days of our past. Concessions available. 7/31/2010 Damascus General Store 1004 S. Shady Ave on the road to Backbone Rock Damascus VA 24236 http://www.damascusgeneralstore.com Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 475-5259 The Carter Fold presents: THE CANA RAMBLERS - Saturday, July 31, 2010. The Carter Family Memorial Music Center, a non-profit organization, serves fans and supporters of old-time country and folk music through the presentation of weekly performances. Saturday evening shows begin at 7:30pm. 7/31/2010 The Carter Family Memorial Music Center, Inc. A. P. Carter Highway Hiltons VA 24258 http://www.carterfamilyfold.org Email for information For More Information Call: 276-386-6054 Capos Music Store Jam - Abingdon, VA. 7/31/2010 Just off of I-81's exit 19, Capo's acoustic music jam happens every Saturday night at 6:30pm. Come to play, or just to listen. Pickers of all skill levels welcome! Capo's Music Store 903 East Main Street Abingdon VA 24210 http://www.caposmusicstore.com Email for information For More Information Call: 276-525-1880 Rural Retreat Heritage Day - Saturday, July 31, 2010. Parade at 11:00am, opening ceremonies at Noon, musical performers all day on the Pepper Stage, including MOUNTAIN THUNDER, JIM LLOYD, APPALACHIAN HOEDOWNERS, DAVE VAUGHT, THE NEW RIVER BAND, THE SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA CLOGGERS, and CONFEDERATE RAILROAD. Other events include children's inflatable rides, food & craft vendors available throughout the day until ???. Admission is FREE. Sponsored in part by Dr. Pepper, BB&T, Bank of Marion, Yontz Auctions, Duke's Printing, Joey's Country Kitchen & many others. 7/31/2010 Downtown Rural Retreat (set GPS for 210 East Railroad Avenue) Rural Retreat VA 24368 http://www.townofruralretreat.com For More Information Call: 276-686-4221 American Legion Post 105 Variety Dance - Stuart, VA 7/31/2010 Live bands play dance music, country, two-step, flat foot, waltz, squares, & lines every Saturday night from 7:00 - 10:30 PM. Admission is $5.00. Snacks, coffee, soft drinks are available. Call Preston Martin at the number below for more info. American Legion Post 105 553 American Legion Road Stuart VA 24171 Email for information For More Information Call: 276-694-5941 Indian Springs Outpost Jam Session - Hillsville, VA 7/31/2010 From 7:00pm until ...? Pickers of all skill levels are welcome to play, or just come to listen & enjoy. There is no cover, but donations are welcome. Concessions available. Indian Springs Outpost 4373 Greenberry Road just off Snake Creek Road Hillsville VA 24343 Email for information For More Information Call: 276-728-4588 Blue Ridge Music Center 2010 Concert Season: Heartfelt Songs & Traditions Reinvented featuring THE KRUGER BROTHERS, with JOHN LILLY & THE CHEATING HEARTS - Saturday, July 31, 2010. Admission $15.00. Concerts 7:00pm, seating opens at 5:30pm. Advance tickets available. Children 12 and under are free. You may bring lawn chairs, blankets, or picnic food but please no pets in the amphitheater area or alcohol. Concessions available on site. 7/31/2010 Blue Ridge Music Center 700 Foothills Rd Galax VA 24333 Milepost 213 on the Blue Ridge Parkway http://www.blueridgemusiccenter.org/ Email for information For More Information Call: (276) 236-5309 x112 |
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