2008.09.29
Roanoke County Parks and Recreation Events for week of Oct. 3
There are many events to look forward to this fall at the Roanoke County Parks, Recreation and Tourism. Check them out below and be sure to call and register!
Days: Saturday, October 5
Name: Poor Mountain HillClimb Bike Race
Description: Cheer on bike racers from around the region as they try to be the fastest up Poor Mountain.
Where: Corner of Poor Mtn Rd and Honeysuckle Road
When: 11:00am-12:00pm
Cost: Free!
Contact: 387-6078 x0 www.RoanokeCountyParks.com
Days: Sunday, October 12
Name: Art for the Earth
Description: Watch local artists create works in the park. Proceeds for the art sales will go towards preventing global warming through smart, clean energy use.
Where: Green Hill Park
When: 8:00am-3:00pm
Cost: Free!
Contact: 387-6078 x0 www.RoanokeCountyParks.com
PROGRAMS
Days: Tuesday, October 7
Name: Indian Cooking
Description: Learn to make Palak paneer from cheese cubes, along with fried bread and rice pudding. Eat what you make!
Where: Brambleton Center
When: 6:30-9:30pm
Cost: $28
Contact: 772-PLAY, www.RoanokeCountyParks.com
Days: Friday October 10
Name: Urban Photography
Description: Tour the O Winston Link museum, then bring your own camera for a walk downtown where you’ll learn new photographic techniques from an instructor.
Where: O Winston Link Museum
When: 10:00am-12:00pm
Cost: $13
Contact: 772-PLAY, www.RoanokeCountyParks.com
Days: Thursday, October 12
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Name: Hike at Bottom Creek Gorge
Description: History buffs and nature lovers will enjoy this moderate hike in southwest County. Stroll through the woods to an overlook of Virginia’s second largest waterfall.
Where: Depart from Brambleton Center
When: 8:45am-1:00pm
Cost: $24
Contact: 772-PLAY, www.RoanokeCountyParks.com
Days: Tuesday, October 14
Name: Soups and Sandwiches Chinese Style
Description: Learn to make delicious and simple Chinese Barbeque Pork and hot and Sour Soup.
Where: Brambleton Center
When: 6:00-9:00pm
Cost: $28
Contact: 772-PLAY, www.RoanokeCountyParks.com
Days: Thursday, October 16
Name: Hike at Cascade Falls
Description: Join our trail guide as we hike a moderate 4 mile loop trail to a beautiful cascading waterfall.
Where: Depart from Brambleton Center
When: 8:45am-2:45pm
Cost: $26
Contact: 772-PLAY, www.RoanokeCountyParks.com
Days: Tuesday, October 21
Name: Healthy Cooking Asian Style
Description: Ages 6 and up can learn how to live healthier by better understanding how to read food packaging. Plus, learn how to create a healthy Asian dish.
Where: Depart from Brambleton Center
When: 6:30-8:30pm
Cost: $20
Contact: 772-PLAY, www.RoanokeCountyParks.com
Days: Saturday, October 25
Name: Archery and Mountain Boarding
Description: Ages 10 and up. Join the staff of Camp Roanoke for a day of fall fun. Receive instruction on arhery in the morning. Bring a bagged lunch. Then spend the afternoon riding down the hills of camp on a Mountain Board.
Where: Camp Roanoke
When: 10:00am-3:00pm
Cost: $25
Contact: 772-PLAY, www.RoanokeCountyParks.com
ATHLETICS
Days: Saturdays beginning October 18th
Name: Beginner Golf Lessons
Description: Improve your swing and learn basic golf course etiquette.
Where: Blue Hills Golf Course
When: 9:00am-12:00pm
Cost: $59
Contact: 387-6078 x0 www.RoanokeCountyParks.com
Days: Mondays and Wednesdays beginning October 8th
Name: Beginner Tennis Lessons
Description: Improve your game with former college coaches and players using targeted drills.
Where: Garst Mill Park
When: 7:00am-8:00pm
Cost: $39
Contact: 387-6078 x0 www.RoanokeCountyParks.com
TRAVEL / TRIPS
Days: Tuesday October 14
Name: Discover Middleburg, VA
Description: Take a detailed tour of Virginia Horse country, visit a working horse farm, tour an 1800 mansion and much more.
Where: Departs from Brambleton Center and Hollins Library.
When: 5:15am-10:00pm
Cost: $104
Contact: 772-PLAY, www.RoanokeCountyParks.com
Days: Friday, October 17
Name: Woulfahrt Haus Dinner Theater
Description: See the show Seven Brides for Seven Brothers on stage with a meal.
Where: Departs from Brambleton Center and Hollins Library.
When: 9:45am-6:15pm
Cost: $66
Contact: 772-PLAY, www.RoanokeCountyParks.com
Days: Wednesday, October 22
Name: Explore the Blue Ridge Parkway
Description: Travel to the Peaks of Otter for an Octoberfest buffet, visit several parkway visitors centers, and received guided tours from park rangers. Breakfast, lunch and transportation included.
When: 8:00am-6:00pm
Cost: $49
Contact: 772-PLAY, www.RoanokeCountyParks.com
Days: Thursday, October 30
Name: Discover Dayton Virginia
Description: Take a trip to this tiny hamlet outside Harrisonburg, shop at the Farmer’s market, tour an old order Mennonite Farm and eat a meal there.
When: 7:00am-6:00pm
Cost: $61
Contact: 772-PLAY, www.RoanokeCountyParks.com
