AS VIRGINIANS, we are so proud of our heritage that we have become outright braggarts. In 1776, 250 years ago, Virginia was the largest and most economically powerful of the thirteen original colonies. Her geography reached from the Atlantic coast to the Mississippi River. In the original land grants, Virginia included parts of what has… Read More A Guest American History Article – Written by Sharon Pigeon
The date: October 29, 2026 – The place: Russell Street, St. Paul, Virginia IT HAPPENS EACH YEAR – – – Local citizens of tomorrow from the J. Fred Matthews Memorial Library’s preschool programs visit St. Paul’s businesses in an observance (just for them) of Halloween. Along the way, they are given treats, but the event… Read More Superheroes, Princesses, & Movie Characters Take Over the Streets in St. Paul, Virginia
Wise, VA – “Dave & Dave: The Battle of the Daves” is a genre-bending musical performance that combines refined virtuosity with sharp, understated humor, inspired by the late Victor Borge. The two performers, Dave Shenton (piano/violin) and Dave Eggar (cello/piano), engage in a dynamic musical exchange, each pushing the other to greater heights of creativity… Read More PRO-ART PRESENTS THE BATTLE OF THE DAVES: DAVE EGGAR AND DAVE SHENTON DUEL AT UVA WISE
Wise, VA – Two-time Grammy award winner Terrance Simien has been shattering the myths about Indigenous zydeco roots music for over 40 years, redefining the genre with historic albums and performances. This 8th-generation Louisiana Creole is the real deal, with a massively entertaining live show that incorporates all that is great about Louisiana’s diverse musical… Read More PRO-ART PRESENTS TERRANCE SIMIEN AND THE ZYDECO EXPERIENCE AT UVA WISE
Two November events will celebrate Southwest Virginia’s creative economy, connecting artisans for professional development and welcoming shoppers to a holiday market featuring more than 40 regional artisans. ABINGDON, VA (Thursday, October 22, 2026) – ‘Round the Mountain Artisan Network will host two events celebrating the region’s artisan community on November 6 and 7, 2026, through grant… Read More ‘Round the Mountain Artisan Network to Host 2026 Artisan Conference and Made in Southwest Virginia Holiday Market