Chamber News

Event: Annual Dinner & Silent Auction

When: Thursday, May 24

Where: Hollins University

Time: 6 pm to 9 pm

Information: Contact the Chamber at 473-8280 or reply to this email for more information regarding sponsorships, silent auction donations and reservations. Special entertainment this year will be the LBHS and JRHS All Star Chorus. Deadline is May 21.

Event: Botetourt County Wine Trail Concert Series featuring “Beggars Circus”

When: Saturday, May 19

Where: Fincastle Vineyard & Winery

Time: 5 pm to 8 pm

Cost: $10 per person or $8 if you bring your Fincastle glass

Information: Food vendor on site. For more info: www.fincastlewine.com, (540) 591-9000

Event: The Grapes of Wrath

When: Friday, May 18 & Saturday, May 19

Where: Buchanan Theatre

Time: 7:30 pm

Admission: $5 adults, $2 children 12 & under

Information: 2012 drama/romance

Event: The Downing Brothers Band (Gathering Room)

When: Saturday, May 19

Where: Pomegranate Restaurant

Time: 8 pm to 11:30 pm

Information: 540-966-6052; www.pomegranateva.com

Event: Barrel Tasting

When: Sunday, May 20

Where: Virginia Mountain Vineyards

Time: 12pm – 5pm

Cost: $7 per person

Information: Music by “Rag Tops”. www.vmvines.com, (540) 473-2979

Event: Benefit Ride for John and JoAnn Dester

Date: Sunday, May 20

Trail Ride Location: Lithia Rd, Buchanan, VA

Registration: 11am-12:30pm

Ride: 1pm to 4pm, late lunch provided.

Fee: Members $15; Non-members $25 (includes 1 year membership)

Registration is required. Deadline is May 17, 2012. To register and for directions, contact: Debbie Mooty at 540-312-8393.

Greenfield Education & Training Center Upcoming Events

American Red Cross Blood Drive

You have the power to make a difference in someone’s life. Donate blood at the Greenfield Center in Daleville on Thursday, May 24 from Noon – 6pm. It’s easy to volunteer to donate blood, call 1-800-REDCROSS (1-800-733-2767) or sign-up online at www.redcrossblood.org.

Please call the Greenfield Center at 540.966.3984 with any questions about the DMV2GO bus or the Blood Drive.

Senior Scholars Thrive at The Glebe

The Glebe at Daleville continues its commitment to active retirement and lifelong learning by offering half-day seminars led by professionals in their respective fields. All programs begin at 10:00 a.m. and run through 1:00 p.m., followed by lunch which is included in the $25 program fee. All seminars are open to the public.

Red State, Blue State: The Presidential Electoral Process, the second program, presents the original intent of the founding fathers as to the presidential electoral process and how that process is influenced by socio-economic issues. Taught by Hollins University’s Chair of Political Science, Dr. Jong Oh Ra, this seminar will be held on Friday, May 18, 2012.

Seating is limited. Registration is by telephone or email, and must be pre-paid by check or cash. Two participants enrolling together pay a discounted rate of $40 per couple per program. Check-in begins at 9:30 a.m. on the day of each program. To register, call or email The Glebe Scholar program at (540) 591-2111 or email at GlebeActs@vbh.org.