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