Happenings: The Only Roanoke Events Calendar You’ll Ever Need. Week of 3/13 to 3/20.

We scoured 30 disparate community calendars (yes, 30) so you didn’t have to. Want to know when the next City Council meeting takes place? Curious about what there’s to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered. We encourage folks to contact the venue directly to learn of any last minute changes or cancellations.

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This Weekend

• Through March 17 — “The Iliad, The Odyssey, and All of Greek Mythology in 90 Minutes or Less” presented by Showtimers Community Theatre (2067 McVitty Rd., Roanoke). Thursday - Saturday at 7:30pm; Sunday at 2 p.m. Purchase tickets at this link. ($)
• Through March 17 — Back on the Rack Consignment Sale at the Salem Civic Center (1001 Roanoke Blvd, Salem). Shop new and gently-loved items in current style with plenty of wear left. Inventory includes clothing for babies, kids, teens, ladies and maternity, plus, baby gear, toys, homeschool, books and learning, home décor, furniture, sporting goods, outdoor fun and more. See this link for details regarding shopping exclusive shopping hours for vendors and friends, passes, and open hours for the general public. 
• March 14 through 24 — “Nunsensations” presented by Attic Productions (7490 Roanoke Rd., Fincastle), Thursdays through Sundays only. The Nunsense Vegas Revue takes the sisters on a brand-new adventure. Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)

Wednesday, March 13

• Noon to 1 p.m. — Lunch and Learn with Star City Rehab presented by the Vinton Chamber of Commerce at the Charles Hill Community Center (820 E. Washington Ave., Vinton). Visit this link for more information and to register.
• 1 p.m. — Board of Zoning Appeals meeting in the 4th floor council conference room at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building (215 Church Ave. SW, Roanoke).
• 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. — Opening Day at Back on the Rack Consignment Sale at the Salem Civic Center (1001 Roanoke Blvd, Salem). Shop new and gently-loved items in current style with plenty of wear left. Inventory includes clothing for babies, kids, teens, ladies and maternity, plus, baby gear, toys, homeschool, books and learning, home décor, furniture, sporting goods, outdoor fun and more. See this link for details regarding shopping exclusive shopping hours for vendors and friends, passes, and open hours for the general public. Sale continues through March 17. 
• 5:30 p.m. — Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates meeting at the Melrose Library STEAM Lab (2502 Melrose Ave. NW, Roanoke). 
• 6:30 to 9 p.m. — Stand-up: Open Mic Comedy Night with the Comedy Lab at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 
• 7 p.m. — Live music: Melissa Mesko at Brambleton Deli (3655 Brambleton Ave., Roanoke). 
• 7 p.m. — Stand-up comedy: Trey Kennedy at the Berglund Performing Arts Theatre (710 Williamson Rd., Roanoke). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• 7:30 p.m. — Opening Night: “Escape to Margaritaville” presented by Mill Mountain Theatre (1 Market Sq., Roanoke). This musical comedy features the most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics, including “Cheeseburger in Paradise”, “Margaritaville,” “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere,” “Volcano,” and many more. Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• 9:30 p.m. — Reggae Night hosted by The Ambassador at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link. 

Thursday, March 14

• Noon to 1 p.m. — Workshop: “Women Who Advocate: Mindful Strategies for Avoiding Burnout” by Dawnbee Kim-Fair, owner of Sweet Rain Healing, at Virginia Tech Roanoke Center (108 N. Jefferson St., Roanoke). Special focus will be on assessing the needs of the heart, body and mind; mediations, breathwork, and yogic techniques; “Self-Care” without overspending; noticing the signs of burnout; fostering supportive environments; and more. Bring your own lunch; light refreshments will be provided. Also, bring your own yoga mat if you can. There will be limited ones to use if needed. Visit this link for more information and to register for this free event.
• 5:30 to 7 p.m. — Lecture: “Roanoke's Urban Forest – Focusing on Tree Equity and Adapting to Today's Challenges” by Sam Matson presented by Clean Valley Council as part of their Star City Sustainability Series at their headquarters at Heights Community Church (2014 Memorial Ave. SW, Roanoke). Matson will discuss threats to our urban forest and our response to climate change, urban heat island effect, pests/pathogens, etc. in addition to tree equity and increasing canopy to create a greener healthier city. Visit this link for more information and to register.
• 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. — Invest in Women: Advance Progress presented by Blacks in Technology: Southwest Virginia powered by the Roanoke Blacksburg Technology Council at Powerschool (110 Franklin Rd. SE, Roanoke). Featuring a panel discussion, opportunities for a professional digital headshot and a mini LinkedIn profile workshop. Visit this link for more information and to register.
• 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. — Leadership Roanoke Valley Open House presented by the Roanoke Regional Chamber at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). This is your chance to hear about the LRV experience from some of our advisors, current participants and alumni. All beverages will be on individual tabs. Find more information at this link.
• 6:30 to 9 p.m. — Live music: William Seymour at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 
• 9:30 p.m. — Live music: The Freeway Jubilee at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link.

Friday, March 15

• 8 to 9:30 a.m. — Salem-Roanoke County Chamber Annual Business Awards Breakfast at the Salem Civic Center (1001 Roanoke Blvd, Salem). A full breakfast will be served. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early, grab a coffee from the beverage bar, and connect with other Chamber members. Find more information and register at this link. ($)
• Noon to 1 p.m. — Lunch with Leaders featuring with Amy McGinnis of ArtSpaceROA presented by Latinas Network in Riverdale (1860 9th St. SE, Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to register.
• 6 p.m. — Live music: William Seymour at Starr Hill Pilot Brewery & Side Stage (6 Old Whitmore Ave., Roanoke).
• 6:30 to 9 p.m. — Live music: In the Pocket at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 
• 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. — St. Patrick’s Party with the Star City Ceili Band at Twin Creeks Brewing Company (111 South Pollard St., Vinton). 
• 7:30 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30) — Live music: Jon Stickley Trio + Shadowgrass at 5 Points Music Sanctuary (1217 Maple Ave. SW., Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
• 8 p.m. to midnight  — Live music: Eric Wayne Band at Rosie’s Gaming Emporium (1135 Vinyard Rd., Vinton). 
• 10 p.m. — Live music: War Chile at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link. ($)

Saturday, March 16

• 9 a.m. — Shamrock Hill Run 5K & 1 Miler at Roanoke Catholic School (621 N. Jefferson St., Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to register. ($)
• 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. — 2024 Black Family Wellness Expo presented by the Roanoke, VA Chapter of The Links, Inc. at Pilgrim Baptist Church’s Family Life Center (1415 8th St. NW, Roanoke). Find more information at this link.
• 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. — OSBC St. Patrick’s Day (315 Market St., Roanoke). Beermosas, Bloody Beers, and live music. See special section below. 
• 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. — Millinery Saturday with Lifted Millinery at the History Museum of Western Virginia (1010 Shenandoah Ave. NE, Roanoke). At 10 a.m., join milliner Katie Allen for a talk about hat making. From 2 to 3:30 p.m., Allen will lead a ticketed hat making workshop. Attend one or both events. Space is limited. Register in advance. Find more information at this link. ($)
• 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Saturdays on the Lawn at Two and a Half Sisters (1405 Grandin Rd., Roanoke). Features a wide variety of vendors. Find more information at this link.
• 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Freedom First St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Shamrock Festival in downtown Roanoke (various locations). The parade steps off at 11 a.m. rain or shine. The parade begins on Jefferson Street at Elm Avenue, continues to Campbell Avenue and ends at Williamson Road. Can't make it to the parade? WZBJ24 will be broadcasting it live. See special section below for complete festival details. 
• 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. — Celtic Celebration & Street Party at Corned Beef & Co. (107 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke) Live Celtic music, food specials DJs, party favors & more; three stages of DJs keeping the party going inside from 10 a.m. until 2 a.m. Learn more here. For a live music schedule, see the special section below. 
• 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Local Authors Book Sale and Signing presented by local writers’ club Persiflage/Writers Lunch at the Salem Museum & Historical Society (801 E. Main St., Salem). The sale will feature more than a dozen nationally and regionally important authors, as well as some new and promising writers. Meet and greet a diverse array of local authors who will be signing their books for readers. Find more information, including a list of the authors, at this link.
• Noon — Household Hazardous Waste Collection event presented by the Roanoke Valley Resource Authority at Tinker Creek Transfer Station (1020 Hollins Rd. NE, Roanoke). Find more information and hold your place at this link.
• 6 p.m. — Live music: Tristian Dougherty at Starr Hill Pilot Brewery & Side Stage (6 Old Whitmore Ave., Roanoke).
• 6:30 p.m. — Live music: The Great Big Hug at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 
• 7 to 11 p.m. — Live music: Benefit Show for The Toebean Cat Café featuring performances from Fall of the Albatross, Loss in Space Camp, and Lucy the Spy at The Spot on Kirk (22 Kirk Ave. SW, Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
• 8 p.m. — Live music: Emmet Cohen Trio with special guest Bruce Harris at the Jefferson Center’s Shaftman Performance Hall (541 Luck Ave., Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
• 10 p.m. — St. Pat’s Street Party with live music by Yarn, Dirty Blanket, Isaac Hadden Organ Trio, Andrew Scotchie and others at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, see the special section below. Purchase tickets here. ($)
• 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. — Vinyl & Vibes with the Star City Soul Club at Sidecar (411 1st St. SW, Roanoke). Find more information at this link.

Sunday, March 17 — St. Patrick’s Day 🍀

• 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.  — Dog Bowl Market at Black Dog Salvage (902 13th St. SW, Roanoke). Features vintage, local, and handcrafted vendors. 
• 4 p.m. — Live music: Eric Wayne Duo at Starr Hill Pilot Brewery & Side Stage (6 Old Whitmore Ave., Roanoke).
• 4 p.m. — Spring Equinox Gathering presented by Roanoke Church of the Wild at Happy Hollow Gardens Park (6697 Mt. Chestnut Rd., Roanoke). This is an invitation to celebrate the greening of the land and a moment of perfect balance between day and night. This gathering is outside and will include contemplative practices, silent wandering, and fellowship. All are welcome! For more information and to RSVP, visit this link. 
• 4 p.m. — Live music: Kinnfolk at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 
• 6 to 10 p.m. — Monthly Pinball Tournament at the Roanoke Pinball Museum (1 Market Sq., Roanoke). Find more information at this link. ($)

Monday, March 18

• 12:30 p.m. — Greater Roanoke Transit Authority Board of Directors meeting in EOC conference room 159 at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building (215 Church Ave. SW, Roanoke)
• 2 p.m. — Roanoke City Council meeting in city council chambers at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building (215 Church Ave. SW, Roanoke).
• 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. — Networking: Get2KnowNoke Q1 Social at Six and Sky Rooftop Grille (1 Market Sq., Roanoke). The Roanoke Region Professional Network (RRPN) meets quarterly to welcome new professionals to the region, make connections, share opportunities, and build community. All are welcome! The socials are free, but registration is required. Register at this link.
• 6 p.m. — Third Monday Gallery Talk featuring It’s Here: portrait artists at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building (215 Church Ave. SW, Roanoke).
• 7 p.m. — Star City Secret Cinema presented by Justin Smith at the Grandin Theatre (1310 Grandin Rd., Roanoke). Roanoke's new mystery movie series for adventurous filmgoers! What's the film? You won't know until you take your seat and the lights go down. Find more information and purchase tickets at this link. ($)
• 7 p.m.  — Roanoke City Council meeting public hearings in city council chambers at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building (215 Church Ave. SW, Roanoke).

Tuesday, March 19

• 7:30 p.m. (Doors open at 7) — Live music: Cinema Hearts, L.A. Dies, and Shalom at The Spot on Kirk (22 Kirk Ave. SW, Roanoke). Visit this link for more information. ($)
• 8:30 p.m. to midnight — Line Dancing at Sidewinders Saloon – College Night (16 W. Campbell Ave., Roanoke). Visit this link for more information. 
• 10 p.m. — Live music: Christian Q. & Co. at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link. 

Wednesday, March 20

• Noon to 1:30 p.m. — Empower Leadership: Breaking Barriers, Cultivating Confidence with Katie Beach presented by the Salem-Roanoke County Chamber as part of their 2024 LeadHERship Series. Location TBD. Visit this link for more information and to register.
• 5:15 p.m. — Grandin Plawkers starting at Taaza Indian Cuisine (1910 Memorial Ave. SW, Roanoke). Meet Roanoke neighbors, take a walk, and collect a bit of litter along the way. 
• 6 to 9 p.m. — In Your Neighborhood: A Mister Rogers Birthday Celebration presented by War on Books, Write To Your Mom, and The Roanoke Rambler at Golden Cactus Brewing (214 5th St. SW, Roanoke). Featuring a neighborhood birthday celebration and market featuring some of the people in your neighborhood with Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood-inspired books, art, vintage sweaters and gifts, along with live puppets, face-painting, music, and more. Find more information at this link. 
• 7 p.m. — Dance Español presented by Southwest Virginia Ballet at the Berglund Center Performing Arts Theatre (710 Williamson Rd. NE, Roanoke). Features a free dance performance by local 4th-grade students from Roanoke City Schools. For tickets and information, visit this link. 
• 7 p.m. — Live music: Tim Martin and Brian Wheeling at the Brambleton Deli (3655 Brambleton Ave., Roanoke). 
• 9:30 p.m. — Live music: Kyle Kelly at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link. 

Ongoing

• Through March 23 — Hometown History: Salem’s Forgotten Beginnings at the Salem Museum (801 E. Main St., Salem). Scattered throughout Salem are many locations that have either been replaced or forgotten after years of development. Hometown History uncovers these historic locations and their often-forgotten stories. 
• Through March 30 — “Escape to Margaritaville” presented by Mill Mountain Theatre (1 Market Sq., Roanoke). This musical comedy features the most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics, including “Cheeseburger in Paradise”, “Margaritaville,” “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere,” “Volcano,” and many more. Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• Through March 31 — David Ramey: Gainsboro Road and Beyond at the Harrison Museum of African American Culture (1 Market Sq. SE, Roanoke) and the Taubman Museum of Art (110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke). On view at each museum are approximately 100 drawings with 75 accompanying stories that record the artist’s youthful memories of Roanoke’s thriving Black communities of Gainsboro and Northeast from the mid-1940s through the late 1960s. Find more information at this link.
• Through March 31 — Alex Foster: Propagated and Rooting at Roanoke College’s Olin Hall Galleries (240 High St., Salem). Through a range of media, including naturally dyed textiles, plants, organic material and technology, viewers are invited to contemplate the interconnectedness of humans and the natural world. Find more information at this link.
• Through March 31 — Jennifer L. Hand: Habitation at Roanoke College’s Olin Hall Galleries (240 High St., Salem). Hand uses “fabric-with-a-history”, donated, found, and inherited, which weaves the greater human community into the work, opening it to the larger habitat that we all share. Find more information at this link.
• Through April 7 — Birds, Beasts, and Roots: A Selection of Works by Joe Kelley at the Taubman Museum of Art (110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke). Find more information at this link.

Roanoke’s St. Patrick’s Day Celebration on Saturday March 16

9 a.m. to 11 p.m. — OSBC St. Patrick’s Day (315 Market St., Roanoke). Beermosas and Bloody Beers starting at 9 a.m. 

Live music schedule:

• 1 to 4 p.m. — Jack Marion
• 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. — TJ Ellis
• 8 to 11 p.m. — The Sideshow Runaways

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Freedom First St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Shamrock Festival Location: John Nolen Plaza (26 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke), located behind the City Market Building and along parade route (S. Jefferson St. from Elm to Campbell Ave. to Williamson Rd.) The parade will step off at 11 a.m., rain or shine. Live music, adult beverages, and more. Find more information here.

Delta Dental Stage Band schedule

• 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.  — DJ Joey Nicely
• 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. — Phat Anchovies
• 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. — Empty Bottles
• 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. — Gasoline Alley

10 a.m. to 2 a.m. — Celtic Celebration & Street Party at Corned Beef & Co. (107 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke) Live Celtic music, food specials DJs, party favors & more; three stages of DJs keeping the party going inside from 10 a.m. until 2 a.m. Learn more here. 

Outdoor Street Party stage

• Noon  —  Star City Ceili Band
• 1 p.m.  — Albemarle Pipes and Drums
• 2 p.m. —  Star City Ceili Band
• 3 p.m.  — Appalachian Piping Academy
• 3:45 p.m. — Star City Ceili Band

11 a.m. to close — Martin’s Downtown St. Pat’s Street Party  (413 1st St., Roanoke). Featuring music on two stages. Purchase advance tickets at this link.

Outside Stage:

• Noon — Jared Stout Band
• 2 p.m. — Dirty Blanket
• 4 p.m. — Isaac Hadden Organ Trio
• 6 p.m. — Yarn
• 8 p.m. — Empty Bottles

Inside Stage:

• 1 p.m. — Christian Q & The Groove
• 3 p.m. — Liv Sloan & The Die Hards
• 5 p.m. — Eric Wayne Band
• 7 p.m. — Solacoutix
• 9 p.m. — Andrew Scotchie
• 11 p.m. — Chad Nickell & The Loose Change