Time-Honored Appalachian Tradition Continues to Bring Holiday Joy to Communities KINGSPORT, Tenn. – According to a joint statement from CSX and the North Pole Transportation Authority, the CSX Santa Train will make its 84th run through Appalachia on Saturday, Nov. 21 2026. Following the traditional path taken through Kentucky, Virginia and Tennessee since 1943, the… Read More CSX Santa Train to Return for 84th Run – Nov. 21 2026
Wise, VA – Tibetan monks of The Mystical Arts of Tibet from Drepung Loseling Monastery will undertake a residency at The University of Virginia’s College at Wise (UVA Wise) from September 30th through October 4th in conjunction with Pro-Art’s 50th season. The Mystical Arts of Tibet will construct a mandala sand painting, give a public… Read More PRO-ART BRINGS TIBETAN BUDDHIST MONKS FOR RESIDENCY AT UVA WISE
St. Paul, VA – The Shreds and Patches Theater Project will perform “Tuck Everlasting” on Thursday, Sept. 3rd at 7 p.m. at Lyric Theatre in St. Paul. The performance is free and open to all and brought to you in conjunction with Pro-Art’s 50th season. Based on best-selling children’s classic by Natalie Babbitt, “Tuck Everlasting”… Read More PRO-ART PRESENTS “TUCK EVERLASTING” AT LYRIC THEATRE 09-03-2026
Wise, VA – Kick off the new semester with an evening of live music in downtown Wise! Whether you’re new to UVA Wise, returning to campus or part of the greater UVA Wise community, this is a great chance to relax, connect and enjoy a summer evening together. The Jason Cale Band and Adam Bohanan… Read More CAVS AND COMMUNITY CONCERT WELCOMES STUDENTS WITH PERFORMANCES FROM ADAM BOHANAN AND THE JASON CALE BAND 08-20-2026
Wise, VA – Pro-Art is celebrating a remarkable milestone: 50 years of bringing high-quality arts experiences to the communities of Southwest Virginia. To mark its golden anniversary, Pro-Art is making an unprecedented commitment to accessibility – – – every performance in its 50th season will be free to the public. Pro-Art’s 2026–2027 season brings together… Read More PRO-ART CELEBRATES 50 YEARS WITH A SEASON OF FREE PERFORMANCES