You don't want to miss the Whitetop Mountain Maple Festival! Whitetop's Maple Syrup tradition began over 50 years ago with the creation of the Whitetop Mountain Molasses & Maple Syrup Company Every year since, we celebrate this tradition with the annual Whitetop Maple Syrup Festival. Come
March 28. Doors open at 5:30PM. Show starts at 7:30. Tickets are $25 at the door. "Few names in the bluegrass world are as celebrated as The Country Gentlemen. Their harmonious blend of traditional and contemporary styles has made a lasting impact on the genre. Today, The
Submitted to Whitetop Gazette by Ralph Norris. The helipad project in Whitetop has finally had all the finishing touches done. On March 3, 2026 at 1430, Medflight did a practice run. The landing and take off went flawlessly. Medflight was very pleased with the landing pad. The pad will accommodate
The Neighborly does not schedule these meetings/events. Check with host organizations/businesses for the latest updates or changes to announcements listed here. Check the bottom of this schedule for details on area Foodbanks and Recovery Meetings. **CHECK HOST ORGANIZATIONS FOR WEATHER CANCELLATIONS** Monday, March 23 *Willing Partners - By
Are you interested in helping to restore the American Chestnut in Grayson County? Come to an information meeting March 21 from 1-2:30 pm at the 1908 Courthouse Baldwin Auditorium. Clint Morse, citizen scientist, has been working with the American Chestnut Foundation and Matthews Forest on this project. How can
This article is republished with permission from www.whitetopva.org Mark your calendars for Whitetop's upcoming Maple Syrup Festival, March 28 & 29. Most people associate maple syrup with New England, but that changed in the 1970s when the Whitetop community set out to revive maple syrup as
March 10 - September 5, 2026 Exhibit. Opening Reception, Friday, March 13, 4-6PM. Free and open to the public. Press Release from Chestnut Creek School of the Arts World of Glass Exhibit at Chestnut Creek School of the Arts (Galax, Virginia) Chestnut Creek School of the Arts announces plans to
The Rugby Volunteer Fire & Rescue hosted their annual Thanksgiving dinner last Fall on Saturday November 22. It was very well attended, with over 120 meals served. The Fire & Rescue donated ham and turkey for the main course and people brought a wide variety of side dishes and desserts
Join The Cardinal Music Hall for their inaugural year and their 2026 season "The Stained Glass Sessions". The Cardinal Music Hall has partnered with a regional non-profit to bring new life to a former Presbyterian Church in downtown Damascus. The building is owned by Southwest Virginia's
From the Wellness & Community Engagement Team: "It truly means so much that community members took time out of their busy day to join this conversation. When people share their experiences and ideas, it helps foster behavioral health and wellness services that reflect both the strengths and needs of
"Where Every Ability matters and Every Athlete Belongs!" Grayson County Parks & Rec is excited to announce a new program designed for children with special needs. "Our goal is to promote confidence, physical activity, social skills, and FUN in a safe, supportive environment." The program is
The City of Galax Public Art Committee announces “Mountainmade in Galax: Music Art & Outdoors” Mural Designs Call for Art. Press release supplied by Chestnut Creek School for the Arts This committee is made up of representatives from The City of Galax, Galax City Council, Chestnut Creek School of the
The first time I remember hearing the phrase ‘Bridge Generation’ was from my occasional cohost on The Rural Route Review podcast, Sara-June from The Neighborly. When she said 'bridge generation', I finally found the right phrase for a feeling about being raised in a different time period than
The Neighborly had a chance to sit down with Ryan Hasler a couple weeks ago. We talked about his career in theater and what he's most excited about as he ushers in a new era at The Rex. Where are you from and what background do you bring
The Neighborly had a chance to tour the Projection Room at The Rex Theater in Galax. Virtually the same as it was in 1940, this little corner of Galax contained some gems of movie theater history. The Rex's new director, Ryan Hasler, has a background in film technology
The Rex Theater in Galax is undergoing renovations while remaining open for a full-slate of shows in the 2026 season. The Neighborly had a chance to visit with The Rex's new director and learn more about the transformations unfolding here. Did I mention a new director at The
Three years ago, two Carroll County High School students decided to start their own podcast. Ethan Edwards and Jeffrey "Luke" Watson called their podcast The Ridge Podcast and began interviewing folks across the Blue Ridge Mountains. As their program grew, celebrities and political leaders jumped on board. Beth
Martin Luther King Jr. is often remembered primarily as a leader of the Civil Rights movement. But Dr. King was a member of the clergy first. MLK was christened “Michael” when he was born in 1929. His parents came from sharecropping and country-church backgrounds in Georgia. In Atlanta, the Kings
Press Release from Chestnut Creek School of the Arts: Woodworkers Participate in Dedication Event Last October Harold Lambert “When I was in high school, I did some woodturning in shop class, making a nut bowl and a floor lamp; so when a son told me he had a friend with
