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Arts & Entertainment

Your weekly guide to arts and entertainment in Lexington, VA and Rockbridge County.

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South River Villages Explored In Epilogue
South River Villages Explored In Epilogue
Four villages that thrived along the South River in 19thcentury Rockbridge County — Marlbrook to the north and Midvale, Cornwall and Riverside going south — are explored by the local historian Reed Belden in the latest “Rockbridge Epilogue,” now available online at no charge. 12/26/2023 11:00 PM
‘A Christmas Friend’
‘A Christmas Friend’
Rockbridge Christian Academy high school and middle school students presented several skits and a Christmas play entitled “A Christmas Friend” on Dec. 8. The student choir also performed. (Stephanie Mikels Blevins photos) 12/26/2023 11:00 PM
Glasgow Garden Club Observes Wreaths Across America Day
Glasgow Garden Club Observes Wreaths Across America Day
On Saturday, Dec. 16, Glasgow Garden Club observed Wreaths Across America Day by placing a wreath at its Blue Star Memorial Marker. 12/26/2023 11:00 PM
Vesuvius
Vesuvius
Carolyn Terrell, (540) 649-3828/[email protected] 12/26/2023 11:00 PM
Christmas At The Paxton House
Christmas At The Paxton House
Area residents got the chance to tour the historic Paxton House and enjoy bountiful refreshments during the annual open house on Dec. 10. The event (scenes from which can be seen above and below) is sponsored by the Paxton House Historical Society. (Stephanie Mikels Blevins photos) 12/26/2023 11:00 PM
Lexington Parade Winners
Lexington Parade Winners
Main Street Lexington held a reception for the winning entries from this year’s Lexington Christmas Parade Dec. 14 at Heliotrope Brewery. Those attending included (from left) Jaycee Moore, Ryder Moore, Hailey Moore, Jason Moore and Amy Moore from Heritage Woodwork (Best Vehicle); Dee Fix and Summer Clemmer from Carilion Rockbridge Community Hospital (Best Representation of the “Home for the Holidays” Theme); Jay Sullivan and Jess Sullivan from Boxerwood (Best Performance); and Kathy Ramsey from the National Barrel Horse Association (Best Equestrian). Unable to attend were members of Williams Brothers Tree & Lawn Service (Best Float) and the Rockbridge County High School Marching Wildcats (Best Band). 12/26/2023 11:00 PM
Arts In The Baths
Arts In The Baths
Arts in the Baths, the first event of the newly formed North Rockbridge Art League, was held Dec. 9 at the Rockbridge Baths firehouse. Eighteen artists displayed and sold their work. . A large attendance supported the holiday sale of original paintings, fiber arts, stained glass, pottery, woodland sculpture and rock sculpture. 12/26/2023 11:00 PM
Ongoing Events
Ongoing Events
Mondays 12/26/2023 11:00 PM
Not Too Late To See The Trees
Not Too Late To See The Trees
The Festival of Trees continues to draw visitors to the Natural Bridge State Park this holiday season. This year’s event features 30 trees decorated by local groups and businesses. Area residents have until Sunday to view the trees and vote for their favorites with donations of non-perishable food items for the Natural Bridge/Glasgow Food Pantry or supplies for ConnectionsPlus Healthcare + Hospice. (Stephanie Mikels Blevins photos) 12/26/2023 11:00 PM
Calendar Of Events
Calendar Of Events
Thursday, Dec. 28 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Afterholiday Fun Day, Glasgow Public Library. 12/26/2023 11:00 PM
Animal Alliance Receives Grants
Animal Alliance Receives Grants
Rockbridge Animal Alliance recently received three grants: a $6,000 grant from Two Mauds, Inc., a $3,000 grant from Washington and Lee Community Grants through the Community Foundation, and a $2,000 grant from Ursula Landsrath Animal Rescue Fund. 12/26/2023 11:00 PM
High Bridge
High Bridge
Esther Pennington, 540-291-2629 12/26/2023 11:00 PM
RCHS Brings Home Awards From State Latin Convention
RCHS Brings Home Awards From State Latin Convention
A group of Rockbridge County High School Latin students traveled to the Richmond Nov. 19-20 to take part in the Virginia Junior Classical League Latin convention. 12/26/2023 11:00 PM
Virginia Rail Among Birds Recorded This Year
Virginia Rail Among Birds Recorded This Year
Nearly 9,000 Birds ID’d In Yule Count 12/26/2023 11:00 PM
All Lit Up For Christmas
All Lit Up For Christmas
This well-decorated house on Barger Drive in Lexington caught the attention of many local residents this holiday season, including N-G photographer Claudia Schwab. Taking these decorations down may take a while in the new year. 12/26/2023 11:00 PM
Visiting The Farmers Market
Visiting The Farmers Market
Santa paid a last-minute visit to the Lexington Farmers Marketlast Wednesday, Dec. 20, and met with local children. Among them was 5-year-old Grant Danaher who told Santa what he wanted for Christmas. With him is his brother Jack, 3, mother Amanda Danaher and baby sister Thea,1. 12/26/2023 11:00 PM
‘I Am Thankful For A Loving Family’
‘I Am Thankful For A Loving Family’
Welcome to our annual holiday children’s writings. 12/19/2023 11:00 PM
CHARLES SMITH JR.
CHARLES SMITH JR.
Charles Russell Smith Jr., 62, of Buena Vista, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023. 12/19/2023 11:00 PM
Brass Tidings Of Great Joy
Brass Tidings Of Great Joy
Rainy weather drove the annual Rockbridge Symphony Brass & Friends Concert indoors to Lexington Presbyterian Church this past Sunday. Those who gathered were treated to a well-chosen selection of favorite holiday tunes played from the balcony of the church. (Joann Ware photos) 12/19/2023 11:00 PM
Cheering The Cheerless At Christmas
Cheering The Cheerless At Christmas
As we approach what ought to be a joyful holiday this week, we note that there are far too many among us who experience sadness at this time of year. Those who have recently lost loved ones or are in the grip of depression or are just plain stressed out may view the holidays as anything but a happy occasion. 12/19/2023 11:00 PM
Government Briefs
Government Briefs
Rockbridge 12/19/2023 11:00 PM

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