July 3, 2008Photos from dog show at Blue Ridge Vineyard We promised photos from the recent dog show at Blue Ridge Vineyard and Steve Jones has come through for us. You can take a look at some of the pretty pooches in this photo gallery. Our previous post about the event was June 28. So do you have photos from events in Botetourt County? If so, you can share them at news@botetourtview.com just like Steve did. He's been guessing weight, birthdays and favorite colors for 29 years Monty Bowman has been playing the guessing game at the Buchanan Carnival for 29 years. He wins more than he looses. Bowman who comes from Clifton Forge in Allegheny County is an auctioneer by trade but has made a career of guessing weight and especially if you get woman's weight wrong in the wrong direction it can be a touchy situation he has said before. He uses 140 pounds as his baseline for women. When he began years ago he used 110 pounds. Yes Americans are getting heavier! Wearing a headset and a smile, he entices the crowd with "cracks." Those are pull-in lines that make folks want try to fool him. When he looses he has a stand full of trinkets to award the lucky customer. The carnival is winding down (it ends Saturday), so come on down to Buchanan and see if you can fool Bowman! He will be there waiting for you. For more Buchanan Carnival photos, we have this photo gallery. Our last post on the Buchanan Carnival was June 28. Water Gardening anyone? Learn how! July 10 Continue reading "Water Gardening anyone? Learn how! July 10" » June 28, 2008Carnival Fun! Buchanan Carnival now underway through July 5
 The Buchanan Carnival got underway last night and runs through July 5. Nightly from about 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. These two children Chase and Brooke Spangler separate tickets--24 tickets for $20 and this ride took 5 each. Alex Webb searches for his daddy Vernon Webb. Our last post about the Buchanan Carnival was June 27. Continue reading "Carnival Fun! Buchanan Carnival now underway through July 5" » June 27, 2008Buchanan Carnival starts tonight French fries, rides, funnel cakes and games. The annual Buchanan Carnival begins tonight at the town park in Buchanan and runs through July 5. Tonight's big raffle give-away is cash -- so don't forget to get some chances! For more photos, see our June 26 post with a photo gallery by SJ Carter from last year's carnival. The Buchanan Fire Department usually raises $100,000 during carnival week. They plan to make a donation to the Buchanan Resource Center as well. The ferris wheel is always a hit. Photo courtesy of Sharon Coleman. So what's your favorite thing about the carnival? Let us know! You can leave comments below. And if you take photos of this year's carnival, you can share them at news@botetourtview.com June 26, 2008Buchanan Carnival starts Friday, runs through July 5 The annual Buchanan Carnival kicks of Friday -- and runs each night from around 6ish until 11 p.m. SJ Carter has graced us with a gorgeous photo gallery of 17 shots from last year's carnival. If you go to this year's carnival and take photos, you can share them at news@botetourtview.com Or maybe you want to tell us what your favorite part of the carnival is? You can leave comments below. For more information on the carnival, including the line-up of musical events, see the story we did in the June 20 issue of The Botetourt View. What are you doing for the 4th of July? That's what we asked 11 Botetourt residents. You can check 'em out in our photo gallery. Lauren Coleman (left) said she always goes to the fireworks at Breckenridge Elementary in Fincastle: "It's not a bunch of people. It's more like a small community event." Others we talked to were: Katie Jones, Chris Hoy, Mikayla and Hannah Palmer, Paige Klasing, Brenda McClean, Kelly Bailey, Deborah Carter, Bob Fagg, Vernon Webb. So what are you doing? Click "comments" below! June 25, 2008Farm Bureau opens new building Farm Bureau officials happily cut the ribbon on their new building The ribbons are cut and Farm Bureau has spent to day feeding hot dogs and meatballs to the public in celebration of the new office building on Roanoke Road north of Daleville. Out on Roanoke Road on US 220 north near Ashley Plantation, Farm Bureau has had a building for many years. Last year it began construction of a new building and today, had a ribbon cutting ceremony to dedicate the new building. Farm Bureau is the largest group insurer in the Virginia Anthem system and provides home and auto insurance as well to thousands of Virginians. It also helps with many facets of farming including Young Farmer groups. The public rolled into the parking lot and dined on hot dogs, chips and drinks and farm decorated cakes. They offered the famous Farm Bureau BBQ meatballs as an appetizer as well.Freebies like cups, pens and pads were given under a tent and door prizes including gas and meal cards. June 22, 2008View Glebe Hill Gardens from now until July 12 Gary Osborne has over 1400 varieties of daylilies, 800 hosta varieties and a serene setting open to the public for the next two weeks. Open 10 a.m. through 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.Take 220 north to Glebe Road past the Glebe retirement community it is the third left at 8 Glebe Hill Road. See more photos: June 17, 2008Blue Ridge Vineyard to host community pet show on SundayBlue Ridge Vineyard in Eagle Rock invite folks to bring their dogs, cats, puppies and kittens for a community pet show this Sunday from 2 to 7 p.m. And you can sip some Botetourt County wine while you are there. We have details on the Happy Wag pet blog. We had previous posts about Blue Ridge Vineyard on April 21 and June 16. June 14, 2008Buchanan Cruise-In a real hit Friday night David Wood and his grandson Nathan Dinkel displayed a '57 Chevy at the Cruise-in and it kind of matched the decor of the awnings and streets of Buchanan for a perfect fit!
Continue reading "Buchanan Cruise-In a real hit Friday night" » May 31, 200810th Botetourt Relay for Life raises more than $82,000 On Friday night into Saturday morning Relay for Life celebrated 10 years in Botetourt County at the Town Park in Buchanan.Over $82,000 has been raised by the event thus far. Continue reading "10th Botetourt Relay for Life raises more than $82,000" » May 27, 2008Fifty flocked to Senior Swing in Troutville
After a social hour where the history of the town and old year books were discussed, members of the assembly danced to big band hits and then had a old fashioned square dance Saturday night May 24. Every one appeared to be having a great deal of fun. Organized by Lee Minnix and her committee of workers, they promised the crowd year two for the event next year. May 24, 2008Buddy Poppy for Memorial Day Three generations of Neils handed out "Buddy Poppies" at Daleville Kroger to signify the VFW and Memorial Day. Buddy Poppy has been part of the VFW since 1922. Charlie Neil (right) is a Vietnam veteran. His son Matthew (left), a Boy Scout, and grandson Julian helped him with the Poppy drive at the Kroger doorway. May 19, 2008Survivor's Luncheon held; Relay for Life is May 30-31 Relay for Life is two weeks away, but the Survivor's Luncheon was held on Saturday, May 17. Seventy five-plus survivors had registered for the Survivor's Luncheon, said Nancy Womack, volunteer and luncheon coordinator Saturday. As each person arrived at the registration table they received a purple survivor's T-Shirt. American Cancer Society Botetourt Relay Coordinator Andrea Britt took names and handed out t-shirts as well. Continue reading "Survivor's Luncheon held; Relay for Life is May 30-31" » May 16, 2008Battle of the Bands at LBHS tonight -- Rock on!The YOVASO group at Lord Botetourt High School is sponsoring Battle of the Bands once again to raise money. the event starts at 7. Cost $5 plus $10 t-shirts are available! Our last post on Lord Botetourt High School was earlier today. May 12, 2008Get ready for the 2nd annual Genealogy Fair in Oct Hooray for Botetourt County and plentiful court records. Advance notice is now being given for the 2nd annual Genealogy Fair to be held on Oct. 11 at the Family Life Center of Fincastle United Methodist Church at 137 Church Street from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. To make arrangements for a booth or table contact Rena Worthen at doreat@rbnet.com or call 473-8339. Mark your calendars now! Friends of Praise wow the crowd at Hardees
 The Hardees in Troutville filled with music, people and food Sunday night as Friends of Praise brought gospel music. Continue reading "Friends of Praise wow the crowd at Hardees" » May 8, 2008Friends of Praise sing at Hardees this Sunday evening Wondering how to treat Mom? How about a chicken sandwich and some gospel music? Continue reading "Friends of Praise sing at Hardees this Sunday evening" » May 6, 2008Living Green program set for May 15 in Fincastle Are you looking for simple ways that can help you and your family live in a healthier, low-impact way? The Fincastle Library will host Genevieve Goss, Conservation Steward for the Valley Conservation Council on May 15 to speak about creating a sustainable lifestyle. The talk will begin at 7 p.m. Goss will offer information and suggestions on ways to reduce your family’s carbon footprint while enhancing your quality of life. Topics will include sustainability issues such as protecting water resources, energy conservation, local foods, recycling, and making choices and changes for a more responsible life. In addition, the Roanoke Valley Cool Cities Coalition will be handing out free light bulbs at the Fincastle Library on May 15. Coalition members will be at the library starting at 5 PM. The light bulbs are compact fluorescent bulbs that are more energy efficient than incandescent bulbs. The Fincastle Library is located at 11 Academy Street in Fincastle next to the Botetourt County Health Department. For directions please call the library at 540-473-8339.
May 5, 2008Botetourt County Historical Society to meet May 19The Botetourt County Historical Society will hold its spring meeting on Monday, May 19 in Buchanan. Weldon Martin sends along the following information: Continue reading "Botetourt County Historical Society to meet May 19" » County Wide League has a big day planned for May 10Curtis Brown president of the of the County Wide League of Botetourt announced the annual May Day celebration for this Saturday, May 10 at Central Academy Middle School to raise scholarship funds. The activities will begin at 10:00 AM and go until 5:00 PM. There will be delicious food & drink, Cake Walk, Bingo, Silent Auction, wrapping of the May Pole and other activities and fellowship. May 3, 2008Garden Tractor Pull held in Buchanan Under the radar screen a really fun event took place -- a garden tractor pull at the Town Park in Buchanan held by the Blue Ridge Mountain Pullers. Participants came from as far away as Maryland to the garden tractor pull event. May 2, 2008Things to do Saturday in Botetourt County Saturday Things to Do! Mill Creek Baptist Church Youth sponsor a Car Show Town Park, Buchanan 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Troutville Elementary Clean-up Day on the school grounds 9 a.m. Botetourt Family Farms Farmer's Market, 9a.m. to 2 p.m. Ikenberry's Seminar on Gardening. Soup, Salad and Dessert, Santillane 99 Houseman St. Fincastle, 11 a.m. $19 Call 473-3898 for a reservation. Trinity Bike Shop--Rt 11 and 220 at the Truckstop. Fundraiser: burgers and hot dogs all proceeds go to the Christian Free Clinic of Botetourt 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Botetourt County Chorus 7 p.m. Attic Productions. $7 Barrel Tasting Virginia Mountain Vineyard, Fincastle 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. cost $5 Church Sales: April 26, 2008Battle for Buchanan Sunday at 2 p.m Civil War enthusiasts got a first hand view of Hunter's Calvary attacking McCausland's troops, heard period music, the roar of cannon, the clash of swords and even a lecture on Hunter's Raid. Looking like a carousel horse, this piebald steed with "glass-eyes" raced toward the Union Calvary during the clash between the Confederate and Union Calvary units at the Buchanan Town Park. April 24, 2008Big weekend in Botetourt CountyThe weather is supposed to be good but don't spend all weekend mowing the yard! Botetourt has a lot to offer Friday, Saturday and Sunday. April 23, 2008Administrative assistants honored at Lord Botetourt All around the county administrative assistants were honored for their day. At Lord Botetourt High School, the ladies were treated to lunch at Hotel Roanoke by principal Alan Brenner. The administrative assistant staff at LBHS: Linda King, Brenda Snell, Debbie Ream, Brenda Simmons, Cathy Quinn and Sherry Graham posed with principal Alan Brenner (not pictured Judy Dudding.) Robin and Linda Williams perform Friday night
Tickets are still available to see Robin and Linda Williams at the Buchanan Theatre Touting their latest CD, "Radio Show", the couple will perform in the renovated theatre at 7:30 p.m. The cost is $20. From their website: "Virginia based Robin and Linda Williams are known for their rich harmonies and original songwriting rooted in the country/bluegrass/gospel tradition. They have gained widespread national prominence on Garrison Keillor's "A Prairie Home Companion," as one half of The Hopeful Gospel Quartet as well as performing in their own right." April 22, 2008Donations sought for 4th of July fireworks in FincastleLast summer more than 1,000 people flocked to Fincastle to watch the 4th of July fireworks and Paige Ware is looking for monetary donations to make an equally impressive display for this year. Ware engages the Fincastle Volunteer Fire Department to set-up and light the fireworks along the baseball diamond at Breckinridge Elementary Field. Families, friends and neighbors bring lawn chairs and blankets to spread across the t-ball field, soccer field and play ground. Lee Minnix of Troutville shows up with her ice cream truck and some years the Fincastle Booster Club sells apple pie and ice cream. "Last year the display lasted a full 30 minutes," said Ware. Please make contributions to the Town of Fincastle by June 6: April 19, 2008Community yard sale a hit in Troutville Troutville Park and surrounding lots had a steady stream of cars going and coming to Saturday's event. Little Riley Duncan and her mother Brandi Duncan of Nace enjoyed browsing the yard sale booths, though Riley did begin to have the look of an afternoon nap approaching. April 18, 2008Civil War Weekend in Buchanan approaches April 25-27 Photo courtesy of Rusty Hicks. Continue reading "Civil War Weekend in Buchanan approaches April 25-27" » April 17, 2008Photos from the Attic youth show "Spy World"
The play, a Youth Ensemble Production, continues April 17 through 19. Evening performances are at 7:30 p.m., with a Saturday matinee at 2:30 p.m. Ticket prices are $10 for all adults and $6 for students. Call 473-1001 for information or to make a reservation. Photo by S J Carter: Cast members take a bow at the April 12 matinee of Spy World. What's happening this weekend in Botetourt County?Rec League baseball and softball, a big yard sale at Troutville Park, storytelling, music, wine -- Here are a few events: Continue reading "What's happening this weekend in Botetourt County?" » April 16, 2008Troutville yard sale at the park on Saturday April 19It's more like a flea market and the Friends of the Troutville Park are hoping for good weather with The yard sale will last from 9 a.m until the goods give out which is generally early afternoon. April 13, 2008Walk A Mile in My Shoes Girl Scout Cadette Troop 171 led the closing ceremony at “Walk a Mile in My Shoes” Girl Scout Event Saturday, April 5, 2008. The girls sang “Make New Friends” using American Sign Language. The event teaches Girl Scouts about disabilities: visual, hearing, orthopedic, mentally challenge. The activities included a wheelchair obstacle course, Braille activities, American Sign Language, and using the non-dominant hand. The Girl Scouts earned the “Walk a Mile in My Shoes,” and a greater understanding of anyone with a disability.
April 8, 2008Blue Ridge Library book sale April 25 and 26Blue Ridge Library Friends have a book sale to fund programs. It begins Friday April 25. The Blue Ridge library is located just past the Bonsack Wal-Mart, on U.S. 460, at 28 Avery Row. The sale will feature a large selection of recently donated used books. "Funds from the book sale go to programs like the recent authors that have visited the library, the children's summer program and more." said Friend's secretary, Karen Kapresser. The sale dates are Friday, April 25 from 9am-5pm and Saturday, April 26 from 9am-1pm. For information about the sale, please call the library at 977-3433. April 7, 2008Camp Bethel Fishing Rodeo on Saturday for children, teens and disabled sportsmenThe community has a big opportunity to go trout fishing and have breakfast and or lunch, said J.R. Graybill, who is heading up a fishing rodeo for youth and disabled sportsmen at Camp Bethel on Saturday. Breakfast will be served between 7:45 a.m to 8 a.m. After breakfast children, teens and disabled sportsmen get an opportunity to trout fish at the ponds located on the camp premises. Lunch will served around 11:30 and adults may fish for an hour after lunch, said Graybill. Donations are welcome to cover the cost of the food, but the fishing is free! Santillane to offer soup and salad seminars on a varierty of garden related topicsSantillane, the historic bed and breakfast and event center in Fincastle, offers spring gardening and summer outdoor tips in a series of luncheon seminars this spring and summer. Lissy Merenda, proprietor of Santillane, is excited about the series of spring and summer events on tap at the historic Santillane in Fincastle. Looking for something different to do? This may just be your ticket. Lunch includes homemade soup, bread, dessert, beverage and salad. |
