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5 Points Music Sanctuary

5 Points Music Sanctuary

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5 Points Music Sanctuary is a 250+person capacity performance venue and co-working space dedicated to musicians and artists, supporting the mission of 5 Points Music Foundation. 5 Points Music's mission is to pursue the power of sound through live events that support programs focused music therapy, education, and hearing loss advocacy. Funding for these programs comes from our live events, venue rentals, and the generous support of our donors and sponsors. The 2,800 square feet of space designated for events has been completely remodeled and acoustically engineered to create one of the region's most talked about new venue. The Sanctuary offers various seating layouts for each event, ADA accessibility, and 2 full bars. Featuring 22’ arched ceilings, intricate moldings and a newly renovated VIP mezzanine that overlooks the stage, guests…
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2nd helpings Gallery & Resale Shop

2nd helpings Gallery & Resale Shop

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A contemporary art gallery and award-winning café and shop! 2nd helpings Gallery features paintings, photography, pottery, woodwork, jewelry, and more from regional artists. Shop includes the upscale resale of Men's & Ladies' Attire, China, Silver, Jewelry, Quilts & Linens, Books, Pet Items, Furniture, Children's clothing and more! https://www.restaurantji.com/va/roanoke/2nd-helpings-shop-gallery-cafe-/ 1502 Williamson Road Roanoke, VA 24012 (540) 491-9405
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Round the Mountain: Southwest Virginia’s Artisan Network

Round the Mountain: Southwest Virginia’s Artisan Network

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'Round the Mountain: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Network is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote sustainable economic development of the region's communities by assisting local artisans with marketing, educational, and entrepreneurial opportunities. We invite you to explore the `Round the Mountain Regional Artisan Trail Network which links you, the traveler, to artisan studios, farms, wineries, agritourism businesses, galleries, craft related venues and more! Regional Artisan Trail Sites are easy to identify, just look for the `Round the Mountain sign displayed at each site. 851 French Moore Jr. Blvd., Suite 145 Abingdon, VA 24210 (276) 492-2080
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Blue Ridge Parkway

Blue Ridge Parkway

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The Blue Ridge Parkway is a 469 mile non-commercialized route in the mountains, recognized as America's longest unspoiled roadway. The primary tourist season is May through October. Camping, hiking, fishing, bicycling, picnicking, overlooks and much more. Plenty of spring and fall color to observe. The speed limit is 45 MPH. Motor coaches are allowed on the Parkway, however, short distances are recommended. The Blue Ridge Parkway begins in Waynesboro, VA at milepost 0, and ends in Cherokee, NC at Milepost 469, connecting the Shenandoah National Park (Skyline Drive) to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Blue Ridge Parkway runs parallel to Interstate 81 and Route 11. The Roanoke Valley in Virginia's Blue Ridge offers six different entry points to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Virginia's Blue Ridge Region, VA (540)…
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Black Dog Salvage

Black Dog Salvage

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Black Dog Salvage is a premier national resource for salvaged architectural antiques and home of the DIY Network's television series, Salvage Dawgs. The "salvage side" features a wide selection of fireplace mantels, wrought iron fencing, stained glass windows, and thousands of unique architectural treasures. The "Marketplace" features custom furniture and lighting, fine and assemblage art, home and garden accessories, Black Dog Salvage Furniture Paint, gourmet treats and Salvage Dawgs souvenirs. Over 40,000 square foot warehouse filled with treasures. From old to new, to the weird and wonderful. Now open 7 days a week! 902 13th Street SW Roanoke, VA 24016 (540) 343-6200
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All Fired Up

All Fired Up

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The All Fired Up ceramic studio in Moneta, VA, overlooking beautiful Smith Mountain Lake, offers a relaxing environment for you and your friends to have fun and create memories painting ceramic art. We have over 1,000 ceramic designs to choose from. You can paint your own coffee mug, dish, pottery, animal sculpture, or any keepsake you find. We supply the brushes, paint, glaze, and the we fire up the kiln so you can take your art home to give as a gift within a week. Stop in with your friends for your next social ceramics session and create a beautiful Smith Mountain Lake memory. 16430 Booker T. Washington Highway Unit 5 Moneta, VA 24121 (540) 400-2712
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Tour Roanoke

Tour Roanoke

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DOWNTOWN FOOD TOURS + ROANOKE CRAFT BEER TOURS + WINERY TOURS - Serving joy and fun on every tour! 2015 & 2016 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Winner! THE MOST CONVENIENT AND FUN WAY TO EXPERIENCE ROANOKE'S LOCAL FOOD SCENE, BREWERIES OR WINERIES! We offer guided tours weekly that are sure to engage your senses and provide fun and adventure. Roanoke is booming allow us to help showcase the best of our local restaurants, breweries and wineries. PUBLIC & PRIVATE GROUP tours available. ADVANCE TICKETS REQUIRED. Questions? Call 540.309.1781 PO Box 3296 Roanoke, VA 24015 (540) 309-1781
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