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Events
July 2008August 2008- 08/22 - In The Garden Weekend at The Homestead - Join nationally acclaimed horticulturiest and radio personality Andre Viette and The Homestead's own Kyle Richardson for our garden symposium (must be a registered guest to participate). 800-838-1766
- 08/23 - S.T.A.R.S. - The Historic Masonic Theatre at 7:00 p.m. For more information contact Appalfolks of America at (540) 862-7407.
- 08/29 - The Homestead's Labor Day Weekend - As summer winds down and fall gets underway, join us for a delightful family weekend (must be a registered guest to participate). 800-838-1766
- 08/30 - Douthat: Labor Day Weekend Activities - Douthat's beach closes after Labor Day so come out one last time for beach games, nature and history programs, and other entertainment for all ages.
September 2008- 09/03 - Innovative Leadership: Building Community Connections - Residents of Alleghany County and the City of Covington are invited to participate in the Innovative Leadership: Building Community Connections program which begins September 3 at Dabney S. Lancaster Community College.
- 09/08 - Master Gardener Volunteer Training Program - The 2008 Alleghany Master Gardener training series will begin on Monday, September 8 and continue weekly from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m. through November 24. The program will be conducted on the campus of Dabney S. Lancaster Community College, Room 502, McCarthy Hall. Cost of the program, which includes course materials, is $100.
- 09/11 - Golf & Sporting Clays Outing at The Homestead - This weekend will feature the ultimate in golf and sporting clays when we combine two of the nation's most historic sporting pleasures into the country's newest event (must be a registered guest to participate). 800-838-1766
- 09/13 - Douthat: Stewardship Virginia Waterways Cleanup Day - See how what you do in your backyard can affect neighbors downstream. This event is perfect for 4-H clubs, scouts, church groups, civic organizations, families and community volunteers to participate in cleanup projects and promote stewardship of our watersheds. Activities include stream and trail cleanup activities, children's programs and canoe tours.
- 09/20 - VIRGINIA JR. OPRY - The Historic Masonic Theatre at 7:00 p.m. Contact Appalfolks of America for more information at (540) 862-7407.
- 09/20 - ROCK THE BLOCK - THE KEY WEST BAND - Presented by Olde Town Covington - Main Street, Covington. Featuring live music, food, soft drinks and a beer/wine garden. Gates open at 5:00 - Performance from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. Lawn chairs welcome - No coolers - Must have ID to enter Beverage Garden. Tickets $5.00 in advance/$8.00 at the gate. Tickets available at the Alleghany Highlands Chamber of Commerce, Mountain Air, Schoppmeyer Accounting and The Shoe Box 7 Sports Center. For more information contact the Chamber at (540) 962-2178.
- 09/26 - Homestead Couples Invitational - Come and enjoy golf at its best with friends and family (must be a registered guest to participate). 800-838-1766
- 09/28 - Bath County Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament - For more information contact the Bath County Chamber office at 1-888-628-8092.
October 2008- 10/11 - Douthat: Apple Day: A Celebration of Appalachian Heritage - Enjoy crisp mountain air and changing leaves and celebrate the fruits of fall. Spend a fun-filled day in the park with apple butter making, frontier games, frontier hides, campfire cooking, hay rides, traditional Appalachian artisan and craft demonstrations, bluegrass music, clogging and great food, including a pig roast.
- 10/18 - S.T.A.R.S. - The Historic Masonic Theatre starting at 7:00 p.m. For more information contact Appalfolks of America at (540) 862-7407.
November 2008- 11/17 - Douthat: Ornament Making Contest - Area school students, 4-H club members, church groups and scouts are invited to compete in an event in which contestants make ornaments out of natural or recycled materials. Ornaments are judged and prizes are awarded in various categories. Schools may also contact the park for a reduce, reuse, recycle outreach program for their students to go along with contest participation.
- 11/26 - Thanksgiving at The Homestead - During this special holiday you can experience our traditional Great Hall Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony (must be a registered guest to participate). 800-838-1766
December 2008- 12/06 - Covington Christmas Parade - For more information and parade entry contact the Alleghany Highlands Chamber of Commerce at (540) 962-2178.
- 12/22 - Christmas at The Homestead - Bring your family for a very special Christmas in the mountains (exclusively for Homestead Guest). 800-838-1766
January 2009- 01/30 - Homestead Winterfest Weekend - Homestead Winterfest Weekend, we have an exciting getaway waiting for you (Must be a Registered Guest).
February 2009March 2009- 03/06 - Homestead's Women's Wellness Weekend - You will find yourself forgetting those winter blues & unwinding amidst the beauty of our Alleghany Mountain Playground. (For registered Guest)
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