http://www.virginia.org Events for Franklin County - updated weekly en-us Copyright: 2007(C) Virginia Tourism Corporation, http://www.vatc.org 3/23/2007 10:39:24 AM Franklin County Events http://www.virginia.org/images/valogosmall.gif http://www.virginia.org http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=42113 Join the staff of Booker T. Washington National Monument and discover how life changed dramatically for people on the Southern Homefront during the American Civil War. 4/7/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43647 Laugh with the Little Sisters of Hoboken as they raise money to get four of their dead sisters out of the convent's freezer and into decent burial before the New Jersey Board of Health steps in. Nunsense is a musical comedy the whole family will enjoy. Blue Ridge Dinner Theatre. Adult Matinee and show $25; Adult Evening and show $30; show only also available. Children and group discounts. 4/11/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=42114 Join the staff of Booker T. Washington National Monument to discuss the significance of Jane's prayer for freedom during the Civil War. 4/15/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43792 4/21/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=42115 The Booker T. Washington Book Club recognizes Earth Day, 2007 through discussion of the former U.S. Vice President's stand on global warming, climate change, and consequences and solutions. 4/22/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=38794 Celebrate bluegrass music month, by bringing your lawn chairs, to sit amongst the pine trees & wild roses in a natural outdoor ampitheatre setting, while listening to traditional & contemporary bluegrass music of today & yesteryear. Wear your dancing shoes to the Kick-off barn Dance & Showcase. Don't forget to sample some fo the great foods, maybe while relaxing on the FREE Trolley Wagon Service. 5/9/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=44124 6/1/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43647 Laugh with the Little Sisters of Hoboken as they raise money to get four of their dead sisters out of the convent's freezer and into decent burial before the New Jersey Board of Health steps in. Nunsense is a musical comedy the whole family will enjoy. Blue Ridge Dinner Theatre. Adult Matinee and show $25; Adult Evening and show $30; show only also available. Children and group discounts. 6/6/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43648 Want more cream? Try milking your cows upside down. The townspeople in Neil Simon's Fools do. These villagers, cursed with stupidity, welcome Leon Tolchinsky who quickly vows to break the curse. Will he? Fools is a comedy the whole family will enjoy. Blue Ridge Dinner Theatre. Adult Matinee and show $21.50; Adult Evening and show $25.50; show only also available. Children and group discounts. 6/13/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=30829 Come join us for a weekend full of activities! This Power Festival will be held at the Franklin County Recreation Park. A few of the many activities at the festival will include: Antique Tractors, Flea Market, Auction Sale, Tractor Pull, Working Demonstrations, Antique Engines & Tools and a Lawn Mower Pull. There are activities for all age groups. There will be live music ranging from Country, Blue Grass to Gospel. Ladies, we also have acvtivities for you! Food on premises. For more info 6/15/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43648 Want more cream? Try milking your cows upside down. The townspeople in Neil Simon's Fools do. These villagers, cursed with stupidity, welcome Leon Tolchinsky who quickly vows to break the curse. Will he? Fools is a comedy the whole family will enjoy. Blue Ridge Dinner Theatre. Adult Matinee and show $21.50; Adult Evening and show $25.50; show only also available. Children and group discounts. 6/16/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=26289 On Saturday, June 16, 2007, Booker T. Washington National Monument will host the Juneteenth Celebration. You are invited to share in the fellowship, fun, and festivities as our community comes together to celebrate one of the most important moments in our nation's history, the moment of emancipation. Everyone is invited to attend. For more information, please contact the park. 6/16/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43706 America's special claim on John Wesley and his legacy stems from Wesley's life in the colonies. The World Is My Parish explores Wesley as author, inventor, activist, founder of Methodism, and his failed love affairs and rows with church officials. Blue Ridge Dinner Theatre. Adult Matinee and show $21.50; Adult Evening and show $25.50; show only also available. Children and group discounts. 6/27/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43713 If you want to catch the new post-WWII adventures of the Sanders family as they sing at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, you will want to get tickets now for Smoke on the Mountian Homecoming. Adult matinee tickets with a three-course luncheon $25; adult evening tickets with a three-course dinner $30. See also children and group rates. For reservations, see the web site or call the box office. 7/11/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43715 “Never tell the gang's secrets, even if you're chopped all to flinders,” says Tom Sawyer. Mark Twain's Tom Sawyer: A Musical captures the innocence and ingenuity of Tom and all his friends—Huck, Becky, Joe—as they encounter Injun Joe, Aunt Polly, and Judge Thatcher. Adult matinee tickets with luncheon $16; adult evening tickets $22. Also show only, children, and group rates. By reservation only. 8/1/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=30681 African American Heritage of Franklin County Celebration. Over a hundred years ago Stephen Warren, a former slave, built a house at what is now the intersection of Warren & West Court Street in Rocky Mount, Virginia. Warren Street was named for Steve Warren, the father of "Miss Ollie", owner of Miss Ollie's Restaurant and Boarding House at the intersection of West Court and Warren Street. Although no official records exist at Town Hall, old fire maps indicate the name first was used after 194 8/18/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=23239 All day fun filled event on Main Street. Outdoor family orientated event. The festivities will include live music, food, crafts, a band concert, and a juried art exhibit. Miss Apple Festival will be crowned during the day and the festival will conclude with a parade at 4:30pm. For more information log onto www.boonesmillapplefestival.com 9/18/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=30690 Smith Mountain Lake Tour of Homes is in its 17th year. Last year over $240,000 was raised and will benefit eight area charities. The Tour can be completed via boat or car. So, get your cars and boats ready and take a look at some homes with a spectacular view of Smith Mountain Lake and help out local charities. Tickets can be purchased in advance or the day of the event. A map guide to each home will be provided in order to view the homes at your own pace. So, mark your calendars and don't 10/5/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=23541 The Lord's Acre Sale was organized in 1964 and now has 25 local church's involved. The proceeds are used to build and improve churches and to donate to missions. An auction is held during the event that benefits the local fire department, rescue squads and the VEFC. Enjoy fried apple pies, home made cake & pies. Molasses and apple butter, quilts and other arts and crafts are on sale. Fun day for the family. Come Early and enjoy ham biscuits and hot coffee. 10/20/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=23786 10/26/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=42756 The Ferrum College campus will be transformed into an exciting place of folk traditions, music, food, and fun. Festival visitors delight in an unmatched presentation of old-time customs and competitions. The Institute chooses participants for their authenticity, making the Blue Ridge Folklife Festival Virginia's largest showcase of regional traditions. 10/27/2007