http://www.virginia.org Events for Martinsville (city) - updated weekly en-us Copyright: 2007(C) Virginia Tourism Corporation, http://www.vatc.org 3/23/2007 10:39:29 AM Martinsville (city) Events http://www.virginia.org/images/valogosmall.gif http://www.virginia.org http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=42306 Patrick Henry Community College School of Craft and Design in Martinsville, VA will be offering Craft Workshops allowing students to explore crafts including Stained Glass, Pottery, Weaving, Quilting, Decorative Painting, Woodworking, and Beading. Workshops begin in January, 2007 and last three to four weeks. Dates vary...contact us for details. 3/8/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=42308 3/8/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=42303 3/13/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=42301 Patrick Henry Community College School of Craft and Design in Martinsville, VA will be offering Craft Workshops allowing students to explore crafts including Stained Glass, Pottery, Weaving, Quilting, Decorative Painting, Woodworking, and Beading. Workshops begin in January, 2007 and last three to four weeks. Dates vary...contact us for details. 3/19/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=42309 3/22/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40611 3/31/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43529 Celebrate Jamestown 2007 with the unveiling of the new, world-class Virginia Museum of Natural History facility in Martinsville. Witness a spectacular, 30-foot, 14-million-year-old fossil whale skeleton hanging overhead. Experience state-of-the-art, interactive exhibits. View high-definition CineMuse films. Shop at our one-of-a-kind Museum store. Grab a bite to eat at the Blue Moon Cafe. $7/Adult 3/31/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43944 Have you ever wanted to do something but just could not find the time? The Sewing Studio is sponsoring classes that will allow you to make a quilt top in 9 short classes. The Garden Quilt Creation allows you to sew your patterns and brainstorm your ideas in the presence of other quilting lovers. It will be fun seeing the different ideas. Best of all you'll get the support and the push to finish your quilt. 4/2/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=42304 Patrick Henry Community College School of Craft and Design in Martinsville, VA will be offering Craft Workshops allowing students to explore crafts including Stained Glass, Pottery, Weaving, Quilting, Decorative Painting, Woodworking, and Beading. Workshops begin in January, 2007 and last three to four weeks. Dates vary...contact us for details. 4/5/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=42305 4/5/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43532 4/5/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=42302 Patrick Henry Community College School of Craft and Design in Martinsville, VA will be offering Craft Workshops allowing students to explore crafts including Stained Glass, Pottery, Weaving, Quilting, Decorative Painting, Woodworking, and Beading. Workshops begin in January, 2007 and last three to four weeks. Dates vary...contact us for details. 4/10/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43970 4/12/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43987 4/12/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40146 Celebrate Earth Day with our Bug Daze festival on April 21 and 22, 2007. This event features fun and educational displays of unusual insects, crustaceans, arachnids and more, highlighting the roles of various bugs in people's everyday lives. Festival-goers will learn more about bed bugs, termites, and other potential household pests. Virginia Museum of Natural History. $. Free/Members. 4/21/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43460 Join discovery of architecture and gardens in a unique tour. All homes are located on the same street,adjacent to one another and designed by Danville architect J. Bryant Heard. Troxler-Kiser House was built in 1934 by J. Reid Troxler. The house is an English Tudor style with red-clinker brick and Old English sculptured siding on the interior is a treat. Tour includes beautiful terraced gardens. 4/25/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43463 Join the discovery of architecture and gardens with Virginia's 74th Annual Historic Garden Week. All homes located on the same street, adjacent to one another and designed by Danville architect J. Bryant Heard. The Ford-Martin House was built in late 1920. The renovated house is stately English Tudor with slate-roof with painted brick, stone and stucco exterior. Tour includes tiered gardens. 4/25/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43466 Join discovery of architecture and gardens with Virginia's 74th Annual Historic Garden Week. Three homes located on the same street, adjacent to one another and designed by Danville architect J. Bryant Heard. English Tudor home was built in 1931. Reflects much of its original with gabled slate roof and painted brick exterior. Large brick landscaped terrace is available for viewing. 4/25/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40186 Enjoy live outdoor music from a variety of musical styles with UpTown Martinsville's Outdoor Concert Series. The event is held in Historic UpTown Martinsville. Experience the evening with great music, food, friends, and more. 4/27/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=37217 Admire the trees that have been newly planted. Stroll down the streets of historic Uptown Martinsville. See the trees that have been sponsored and sponsor a tree for a loved one! Watch talented artisans and witness Martinsville become a Tree City USA city! 4/28/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43974 5/1/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43982 Quilting is a nice way to relax and create something that is not only beautiful but with your personal touch. The Sewing Studio is continuing the long tradition of $5 Quilt Block Day. Purchase a pattern for $5 and as long as you complete your homework, your next pattern is free. Just think with a little, you could actually make a beautiful quilt and would have only spent $5. 5/8/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43944 Have you ever wanted to do something but just could not find the time? The Sewing Studio is sponsoring classes that will allow you to make a quilt top in 9 short classes. The Garden Quilt Creation allows you to sew your patterns and brainstorm your ideas in the presence of other quilting lovers. It will be fun seeing the different ideas. Best of all you'll get the support and the push to finish your quilt. 5/9/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43767 The Martinsville Mustangs are extending an invitation to anyone who loves golf. The 1st ever Golf Classic sponsored by the Mustangs will be held at Forest Park Country Club in Martinsville, Virginia on May 11, 2007. Take a day off or plan a trip to visit friends in order to be a part of this exciting event. 5/11/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43357 Friday & Saturday = 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday = 11 a.m.-5p.m. Martinsville National Guard Armory - 315 Commonwealth Blvd. Jewelry makers, goldsmiths & silversmiths from all over the U.S. who can reconstruct, repair, design or make original jewelery while you wait. Gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, beads, pearls, stone setting, amber, opal, mineral & fossil dealers. 5/18/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43389 Smell the fresh berries from farms nearby, goat's milk soap, sausage frying for you to sample, and flowers ready to plant. Look at the artisans working at their crafts and buy a gorgeous piece. Taste some sausage and later, rose butter made just for you to try. And listen to sweet folksy sounds from the heart of Virginia pulsing in the air. Experience the Uptown Martinsville Farmers' Market. 5/19/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43357 Friday & Saturday = 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday = 11 a.m.-5p.m. Martinsville National Guard Armory - 315 Commonwealth Blvd. Jewelry makers, goldsmiths & silversmiths from all over the U.S. who can reconstruct, repair, design or make original jewelery while you wait. Gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, beads, pearls, stone setting, amber, opal, mineral & fossil dealers. 5/20/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40186 Enjoy live outdoor music from a variety of musical styles with UpTown Martinsville's Outdoor Concert Series. The event is held in Historic UpTown Martinsville. Experience the evening with great music, food, friends, and more. 5/25/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43752 The Martinsville Mustangs will host its 1st Annual Memorial Day Wood Bat Tournament at Hooker Field May 25-28, 2007. You would not want to miss out on this fun. The Mutangs is taking baseball back to the way it was played in the good old days. Get your teams together and make plans to be a part of this special event. 5/25/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43797 5/31/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43798 6/4/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43799 6/5/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43982 Quilting is a nice way to relax and create something that is not only beautiful but with your personal touch. The Sewing Studio is continuing the long tradition of $5 Quilt Block Day. Purchase a pattern for $5 and as long as you complete your homework, your next pattern is free. Just think with a little, you could actually make a beautiful quilt and would have only spent $5. 6/5/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43800 6/7/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43797 6/12/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43804 6/14/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43807 6/15/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=38890 Smell the fresh herbs, vegetables, flowers, sausage, and soap as you shop for delicious fresh food at the Uptown Martinsville Farmers' Market. Sample tasty recipes and learn how to make them yourself. And listen to bluegrass music and the laughter of children as you enjoy your morning at the market! 6/16/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=44123 6/16/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43800 6/19/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43804 6/21/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43807 6/25/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43944 Have you ever wanted to do something but just could not find the time? The Sewing Studio is sponsoring classes that will allow you to make a quilt top in 9 short classes. The Garden Quilt Creation allows you to sew your patterns and brainstorm your ideas in the presence of other quilting lovers. It will be fun seeing the different ideas. Best of all you'll get the support and the push to finish your quilt. 6/25/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=44125 6/26/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=44127 6/28/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40186 Enjoy live outdoor music from a variety of musical styles with UpTown Martinsville's Outdoor Concert Series. The event is held in Historic UpTown Martinsville. Experience the evening with great music, food, friends, and more. 6/29/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=44128 6/30/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43797 7/2/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43982 Quilting is a nice way to relax and create something that is not only beautiful but with your personal touch. The Sewing Studio is continuing the long tradition of $5 Quilt Block Day. Purchase a pattern for $5 and as long as you complete your homework, your next pattern is free. Just think with a little, you could actually make a beautiful quilt and would have only spent $5. 7/3/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43800 7/5/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43804 7/6/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43944 Have you ever wanted to do something but just could not find the time? The Sewing Studio is sponsoring classes that will allow you to make a quilt top in 9 short classes. The Garden Quilt Creation allows you to sew your patterns and brainstorm your ideas in the presence of other quilting lovers. It will be fun seeing the different ideas. Best of all you'll get the support and the push to finish your quilt. 7/7/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43797 7/9/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43807 7/11/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=44129 7/13/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=44144 7/18/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43800 7/19/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=38894 Celebrate your pride in gorgeous Virginia today at the Uptown Martinsville Farmers' Market. Learn about products from VA, watch artisans demonstrate, sample a bite of a Virginia dish, and just enjoy being in Virginia. In season are plants, flowers, tomatoes, heirloom tomatoes, gourmet lettuce, and much more. Also buy seafood, pork products, honey, eggs, and baked goods! 7/21/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43807 7/21/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43804 7/25/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43797 7/26/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40186 Enjoy live outdoor music from a variety of musical styles with UpTown Martinsville's Outdoor Concert Series. The event is held in Historic UpTown Martinsville. Experience the evening with great music, food, friends, and more. 7/27/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40208 Join the Virginia Museum of Natural History for our 1st Annual Reptile Day! Learn fun and interesting facts about snakes, lizards, turtles and more. See and touch these amazing animals and explore their world. Virginia Museum of Natural History. $7/Adults; $6/College Students and Senior Citizens; $5 Youth and Children 3-18; Free/Children under 3; Free/Members. 7/28/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43807 7/31/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=44147 8/1/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=44148 8/2/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43804 8/4/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43944 Have you ever wanted to do something but just could not find the time? The Sewing Studio is sponsoring classes that will allow you to make a quilt top in 9 short classes. The Garden Quilt Creation allows you to sew your patterns and brainstorm your ideas in the presence of other quilting lovers. It will be fun seeing the different ideas. Best of all you'll get the support and the push to finish your quilt. 8/6/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43982 Quilting is a nice way to relax and create something that is not only beautiful but with your personal touch. The Sewing Studio is continuing the long tradition of $5 Quilt Block Day. Purchase a pattern for $5 and as long as you complete your homework, your next pattern is free. Just think with a little, you could actually make a beautiful quilt and would have only spent $5. 8/7/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=38895 Come for a fun day for kids and their families at the Uptown Martinsville Farmers' Market! Eat, enjoy, learn and have a morning of fun! 8/18/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40186 Enjoy live outdoor music from a variety of musical styles with UpTown Martinsville's Outdoor Concert Series. The event is held in Historic UpTown Martinsville. Experience the evening with great music, food, friends, and more. 8/31/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43982 Quilting is a nice way to relax and create something that is not only beautiful but with your personal touch. The Sewing Studio is continuing the long tradition of $5 Quilt Block Day. Purchase a pattern for $5 and as long as you complete your homework, your next pattern is free. Just think with a little, you could actually make a beautiful quilt and would have only spent $5. 9/4/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40032 Join us at the 23rd Annual Indian Festival on September 14 and 15 in Uptown Martinsville. Sept. 14 is student day when all activities are correlated to the Virginia SOL's. Pre-registratrion is required. Sept. 15 is public day with food, authentic Native American jewelry, and crafts tables. Enjoy drumming, dancing, demonstrations and games. The event will be across from the Farmers Market. $ 9/14/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=41671 Taste samples of pork products and delicious food; smell cooking food and apple butter; and enjoy food at the Uptown Martinsville Farmers' Market! Stroll and shop for presents and get the most out of your market at our Tasty Saturday in September! 9/15/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40186 Enjoy live outdoor music from a variety of musical styles with UpTown Martinsville's Outdoor Concert Series. The event is held in Historic UpTown Martinsville. Experience the evening with great music, food, friends, and more. 9/28/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43982 Quilting is a nice way to relax and create something that is not only beautiful but with your personal touch. The Sewing Studio is continuing the long tradition of $5 Quilt Block Day. Purchase a pattern for $5 and as long as you complete your homework, your next pattern is free. Just think with a little, you could actually make a beautiful quilt and would have only spent $5. 10/2/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40973 Celebrate a festitive Oktoberfest celebration in Historic Uptown Martinsville. This is the 28th promotion of the annual event. Explore originial arts and crafts from the region. Two stages offer a wide variety of music styles with jazz, rock, bluegrass, country, and gospel. All types of food will be available to keep you fueled. Kids will enjoy the carnival rides and overall activities. Free. 10/6/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=38897 Smell fresh apples, soap, cooking pork, and delicious desserts; taste samples from the Chef of the Month, listen to the upbeat music. See educational activities and learn about bats and spiders and watch people paint pumpkins! Enjoy the benefits of the harvest at the Farmers' Market in historic Uptown Martinsville! 10/20/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43982 Quilting is a nice way to relax and create something that is not only beautiful but with your personal touch. The Sewing Studio is continuing the long tradition of $5 Quilt Block Day. Purchase a pattern for $5 and as long as you complete your homework, your next pattern is free. Just think with a little, you could actually make a beautiful quilt and would have only spent $5. 11/6/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40211 Join the Virginia Museum of Natural History for our annual Dino Day! Come and discover where dinosaurs roamed, what they ate, and how they lived. $7/Adults; $6/College Students and Senior Citizens; $5/Youth and Children 3-18; Free/Children under 3; Free/Members. 11/17/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=41672 Get into the holiday spirit, Southern Style! Enjoy unique artwork, holiday greenery and much more! 11/17/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43982 Quilting is a nice way to relax and create something that is not only beautiful but with your personal touch. The Sewing Studio is continuing the long tradition of $5 Quilt Block Day. Purchase a pattern for $5 and as long as you complete your homework, your next pattern is free. Just think with a little, you could actually make a beautiful quilt and would have only spent $5. 12/4/2007