February 2 - 8
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, February 2
Check for weather cancellations: *Willing Partners - By Appointment: Food Pantry, 972 E Stuart Drive Galax 10:30AM - 3PM
TEEN COLD CASE Event - 6PM-8PM. Galax Public Library. This program is for teens, aged 13-17, interested in putting their detective skills to work!
Tuesday, February 3
Check for weather cancellations: *Loaves & Fish Food Bank - 10AM-1PM and 4PM-6PM. Endless Possibilities Church in Galax
SNOWMAN STORY TIME - 11AM-Noon. Galax Public Libary. This program is geared towards a preschool audience, but all ages are very welcome!
WRITER'S GROUP - 2PM-3PM. Galax Public Library. This group is open to adults who wish to discuss and improve their writing skills in a lighthearted and enjoyable environment. No registration is required. FREE
LEGO CLUB - 4PM-5PM. Galax Public Library. This program is for ages 2-12, Mega-Bloks are available for younger builders.
A NOVEL BUNCH BOOK CLUB - 6PM-7PM. Galax Public Library. Adults are invited to join the book discussion of Seven Reasons to Murder Your Dinner Guests by KJ Whittle on Tuesday, February 3 at 6 PM in the Large Print Lounge at Galax Public Library. Copies of the book are available for pick up at the circulation desk at the Galax branch.
Check for weather cancellations: Moose Lodge Bingo in Galax - Early Bird starts at 6:30. Main Bingo begins at 7:00.
Wednesday, February 4
*Willing Partners - By Appointment: Food Pantry, 972 E Stuart Drive Galax 10:30AM - 3PM
*Loaves & Fish Food Bank - 10AM-1PM and 4PM-6PM. Endless Possibilities Church in Galax
CRAFTERNOON - 3:30PM - 5:30PM. Carroll County Public Library. This program is recommended for ages 8-17. Join us at the library for an afternoon of self-guided, independent crafting. You bring the creativity, we provide the supplies. Craft ideas and examples provided for inspiration.
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Thursday, February 5
*Loaves & Fish Food Bank - 10AM-1PM and 4PM-6PM. Endless Possibilities Church in Galax
SNOWMAN STORY TIME - 10:30AM-11:30AM. Carroll County Public Library. This program is geared towards a preschool audience, but all ages are very welcome!
IN THE LOOP Fiber Friends - 5:00PM-7:00PM. Galax Public Library. Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery—or start something new! Meet fellow crafters in a relaxed, welcoming space. This even occurs on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month, and on the Tuesdays of the other weeks.
WEAVING ON A FLOOR LOOM - TABLE RUNNER - 10AM - 2PM. Woodworking Studio at 107 W Oldtown St, Galax, VA 24333. Ages 16-18+. $122. This class meets February 5&6 at the same time. Register here at the Chestnut Creek School for the Arts: Weave a Table Runner
Fries Theater Jam Session - 6PM-9PM. Doors open at 5:30. Cakewalk after the 8PM break. Join this weekly gathering where you can listen to old time music or bring your instrument and join in. Flat footing and dancing is optional. You don't want to miss the fun! Donations welcome.
*First United Methodist Church Hillsville Food Bank - 9:30AM - Noon in Hillsville
VFW Bingo in Independence - 115 Klondike Rd 7:00 - 8pm. Contact the VFW for their winter schedule.
Friday, February 6
*Willing Partners - By Appointment: Food Pantry, 972 E Stuart Drive Galax 10:30AM - 3PM
WEAVING ON A FLOOR LOOM - TABLE RUNNER - 10AM - 2PM. Woodworking Studio at 107 W Oldtown St, Galax, VA 24333. Ages 16-18+. $122. This class meets February 5&6 at the same time. Register here at the Chestnut Creek School for the Arts: Weave a Table Runner
SHAKER BOX MAKING - 1PM-3PM. Woodworking Studio at 107 W Oldtown St, Galax, VA 24333. Ages 12-18+. $58. This class meets February 6&7 at the same time. Register here at the Chestnut Creek School for the Arts: Shaker Box Class
Chad Cox! Live at Creek Bottom Brewery! 7PM-10PM. Country & rock. Covers & original sounds. For more info: https://www.cbbrews.com/events/event/chad-cox-onstage-at-the-bottom-3/
Saturday, February 7
Find a local restaurant and enjoy some hometown flavorites 😄
SHAKER BOX MAKING - 1PM-3PM. Woodworking Studio at 107 W Oldtown St, Galax, VA 24333. Ages 12-18+. $58. This class meets February 6&7 at the same time. Register here at the Chestnut Creek School for the Arts: Shaker Box Class
DECORATIVE PAINTING - 9AM-4PM. Chestnut Creek School for the Arts 100 N. Main Street, Galax. Adults. $78. Register here at the Chestnut Creek School for the Arts: Decorative Painting - Bird House.
INTRO TO CLAY - Noon - 2PM. Clay Studio at 110 East Oldtown Street. Ages 13-18+. $29.60. Register here at the Chestnut Creek School for the Arts: Intro to Clay
TWILIGHT HIKE AT GRAYSON HIGHLANDS - 4:30PM-6PM This ranger-led hike will be moderate as it climbs up to Wilburn Ridge from Massie Gap. Bring warm clothes, good hiking footwear, water and a flashlight with a red filter, if available. The hike will start at the Massie Gap parking area. Pre-registration is encouraged. Further inquiries, please contact kathryn.miller@dcr.virginia.gov.
Skyline Highway! Live at Creek Bottom Brewery! 7PM-10PM. Rock-n-Roll & Country. For more info: https://www.cbbrews.com/events/event/skyline-highway-on-the-truckers-route-stout-stage-3/
Sunday, February 8
Find a church in the country and go to it!
Creek Bottom Brewing hosts a Celtic Session Every 2nd & 4th Sunday of the Month from 2-4 pm. Bring an instrument and join in on the fun!
County Board of Supervisors and City Councils
Livestream and recorded meetings for the Carroll County Board of Supervisors Agendas and Meeting Schedules: https://www.youtube.com/user/CarrollVA
Grayson County Board of Supervisors Agendas and Meeting Minutes: https://www.graysoncountyva.gov/31/Community
Galax City Council Meetings and Minutes: https://galaxva.com/galax-city-council/meeting-minutes/
*Community Food Resources: double check host organization for latest time changes and updates.
Recovery Resources: double check host organization for latest time changes and updates.
