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

• Wednesday, 7/3 to Saturday, 7/6 — Buchanan Community Carnival at Buchanan Town Park (485 Lowe St., Buchanan) featuring live music. See this link for the list of attractions and performance dates and times.

Wednesday, July 3

• 10 a.m. — Cupcakes with City Employees: Chris Roberts, Youth & Teen Gang Prevention Team at the Main Library’s teen classroom (706 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke).
• 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Live music: Ella Folk Duo at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 
• 10 p.m. — Karaoke Night at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link. 

Thursday, July 4 – Independence Day 

• 8 a.m. — Four on the 4th to benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of SWVA presented by Fleet Feet starting at the Vinton War Memorial (814 E. Washington Ave., Vinton). Visit this link for more information and to register.
• 6:30 p.m. — 4th of July Fireworks Party with Live Music from the Oddfellows on the Creekbank Stage at Twin Creeks Brewing Company (111 South Pollard St., Vinton). Find more information at this link.
• 6:30 to 10 p.m. — Vinton 4th of July Celebration at the Vinton War Memorial (814 E. Washington Ave., Vinton). A patriotic program will begin at 7 p.m. followed by music from DJ Flex with the fireworks show at 9:30 p.m. Find more information at this link.

Friday, July 5

• 10 a.m. — The Claytor Memorial Clinic, one of the first Black-owned medical practices in Southwest Virginia, will receive recognition with a historic marker. A dedication will be in front of the Gainsboro Branch Library (15 Patton Ave. NW, Roanoke).
• 5 to 10 p.m. — Freedom Festival presented by PLAY Roanoke at River’s Edge South (302 Wiley Dr. SW, Roanoke). Family activities and music start at 5 p.m.; Fireworks start at 9:30 p.m. Features live music from Creedence Clearwater Recital (6 to 7 p.m.) and Dead Reckoning (7:15 to 9:30 p.m.). Find more information at this link.
• 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Live music: Dr. Bacon at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 
• 6:30 p.m. — Live music: The Eric Wayne Band at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 
• 8:30 p.m. to midnight — Kizomba Social at Olde Salem Brewing Company (315 Market St., Roanoke). 
• 9 p.m. — Karaoke night at Fork in the Market (32 Market Sq., Roanoke).
• 10 p.m. — Live music: St. Owsley – Jerry Garcia Tribute at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link. ($)
• 11 p.m. — No Shame Theatre at Hollins University’s Theatre (8004 Hill House Ct., Roanoke). Visit an experiential performance lab for original work. Anything can happen and usually does in this late night venue. We take the first 15 pieces to walk in the door. Pieces are accepted starting at 10 p.m., doors open at 10:30, and the show starts at 11. Get more information by contacting krucker@hollins.edu

Saturday, July 6

• 1 to 8 p.m. — Melrose Athletic Club Invitational (Return of the MAC) at 724 Dale Ave. Participate in this day of competition. Find more information at this link. ($)
• 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. — Live music: Foster Burton at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 
• 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Live music: The Kind at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 
• 6 p.m. — Live music: The Key West Band featuring Doyle Grisham from Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefer Band and special guests John Patti & Hoppie Vaughan at Dr. Pepper Park at the Bridges (9 Old Whitmore Ave., Roanoke). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• 6:30 p.m. — Live music: Radio Rehab at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 
• 10 p.m. — Live music: Gasoline Alley at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link. ($)
• 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, July 7

• 11 a.m. — Yoga with Blacie at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). ($)
• 1 to 4 p.m. — Live music: Gary John and Tim Rhodes at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 
• 2 p.m. — Live music: A Celebration of American Composers at Heights Community Church (2014 Memorial Ave., Roanoke). Bryan and Kevin Matheson on viola and violin will join pianist Melia Garber for “A Celebration of American Composers” featuring Gershwin, Stephen Foster, Broadway and jazz favorites. For more information, email kevin-matheson@hotmail.com. Free, donations accepted.
• 4 p.m. — Live music: Marie-Claire Evans at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 
• 6 p.m. (Gates open at 5) — Live music: The Dead Reckoning presented by 5 Points Music Sanctuary at The Dog Bowl at Black Dog Salvage (902 13th St. SW., Roanoke). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• 5 to 8 p.m. Live music: Father Sun (Janiah and Nyo Allen and Friends) at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 

Monday, July 8

• 1:30 p.m. — Roanoke City Planning Commission meeting in city council chambers at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building (215 Church Ave. SW, Roanoke).
• 5 to 8 p.m. — Live music: Noah Spencer at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 
• 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. — Latin Dance Class with Salsa Noke at the Roanoke City Main Library (706 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). Learn a different dance style each week. This week, participants will learn Cha-Cha. Recurring through July 15. Find more information at this link.
• 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. — PedalSafe ROA July public meeting at the Kirk Family YMCA (520 Church Ave., Roanoke). The City of Roanoke will be giving a presentation about the Envision Williamson Road project. We'll also be discussing our recent AARP Community Challenge grant to improve cyclist and pedestrian safety along Ferdinand Ave, GO Fest, and more. Find more information at this link.
• 7 p.m. — Star City Secret Cinema presented by Justin Smith at the Grandin Theatre (1310 Grandin Rd. SW, Roanoke). What's the film? You won't know until you take your seat and the lights go down. Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)

Tuesday, July 9

• 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. — Art reception: Sons of the Village: The Art of Fatherhood curated by Fletcher Nichols at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (2 Riverside Circle, Roanoke).  “I believe fatherhood extends beyond our blood relatives and into the fabric of the community,” Nichols said. “We are all connected to a village.” Nichols’ vision for celebrating meaningful, mentoring relationships between men – those who came before them and those who will come after them – comes to life in a series of photographs. In addition to Nichols’ photography, the show includes sketches, metal works, and multimedia by other local artists. The show will be open until August 30. If you cannot make it to the reception, but would like to visit the exhibit, contact Courtney Powell at cbrakes@vt.edu to make arrangements. Find more information at this link.
• 9 p.m. — Karaoke night at Fork in the Market (32 Market Sq., Roanoke).
• 9:30 p.m. — Live music: Christian Q & The Funky Truth at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link. 

Wednesday, July 10

• 1 to 4 p.m. — Board of Zoning Appeals meeting in city council chambers at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building (215 Church Ave. SW, Roanoke).
• 5:30 p.m. — Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates meeting at the Melrose Library STEAM Lab (2502 Melrose Ave. NW, Roanoke). 
• 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. — Annual Roanoke River Floatilla presented by Get2KnowNoke and Roanoke Outside, starting at Roanoke Mountain Adventures ((806 Wasena Ave. SW, Roanoke) and taking out at Starr Hill Brewery. This is a "bring whatever floats" kind of event - inflatable couches, giant ducks, SUPs, kayaks, tubes, etc. Find more information at this link.
• 7 p.m. — Live music: The Embers featuring Craig Woolward at Mango’s (16430 Booker T. Washington Hwy, Moneta). 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. 

Ongoing

• July 3 through 14 – Salem Fair at the Salem Civic Center (1001 Roanoke Blvd, Salem). Gate admission is free. Children 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult parent, or guardian over the age of 25, with valid I.D. at all times while on the fairgrounds. Clear bags only. Find more information at this link.
• Wednesdays through July 10, 2 to 3:30 p.m. — Creative Expressions for Recovery presented by Carilion Clinic Community Health and Outreach at On Our Own (429 Elm Ave., Roanoke). Express yourself through art in these free guided workshops designed for adults 18+ who are working to recover from mental health or substance abuse struggles. Occurring Wednesdays through July 10. Find more information and hold your place at this link. 
• Through July 28 — “Flat Stanley: The Musical” presented by Mill Mountain Theatre at various locations throughout Roanoke City and Roanoke County. In this whirlwind musical odyssey, Stanley, the ultimate global explorer, embarks on a thrilling journey from Hollywood to Paris and Honolulu, seeking a way to regain his three-dimensional form. Find more information, including dates, showtimes, and locations, at this link. 
• Through July 28 — All She Surveys exhibit at the Taubman Museum of Art (110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke). Highlights 16 mid- to late-career women artists based in Roanoke or a contiguous county. This intimate group exhibition gives a taste of the work these artists have made and are creating. Find more information at this link.
• Through August 25 — Rimer Cardillo exhibit at the Taubman Museum of Art (110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke). Through graphic work, sculptural objects, and large-scale installations, Cardillo presents viewers with his searching inquiry into relations across national borders and his rigorous investigation of continuities between historical epochs. Find more information at this link. 
• Through August 30 — Sons of the Village: The Art of Fatherhood curated by Fletcher Nichols at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (2 Riverside Circle, Roanoke).  “I believe fatherhood extends beyond our blood relatives and into the fabric of the community,” Nichols said. “We are all connected to a village.” Nichols’ vision for celebrating meaningful, mentoring relationships between men – those who came before them and those who will come after them – comes to life in a series of photographs. In addition to Nichols’ photography, the show includes sketches, metal works, and multimedia by other local artists. The show will be open until August 30. If you would like to visit the exhibit, contact Courtney Powell at cbrakes@vt.edu to make arrangements. Find more information at this link.
• Saturdays through December 28 — Downtown Roanoke Food & Cultural Tour starting at 11:15 a.m. from Hotel Roanoke (110 Shenandoah Ave., Roanoke). A walking tour that connects Roanoke's local food scene with the city's colorful history. Visit six food-tasting locations within the historic and vibrant downtown historic district. Delicious samplings, enough for a hearty meal for most, are served from locally-owned eateries at iconic historic locations. Find more information and reserve your spot at this link. ($)