Happenings: The Only Roanoke Events Calendar You’ll Ever Need. Week of 8/9 to 8/16.

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We scoured 17 disparate community calendars (yes, 17) 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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Ongoing

Monday, August 7 through August 11: Pollinator Promenade presented by Clean Valley Council at 10 a.m. daily. Visit a different garden daily. Gardens to be visited are as follows: Mill Mountain Wildflower Garden (8/7), Kiwanis Nature Park at Lower Horton Park (8/8), Brown Robertson Park (8/9), Mountain View Community Garden (8/10), Washington Park (8/11). Visit this link for more information and to register to attend. Pre-registration is required.
Through August 13: The Art of Louis Comfort Tiffany: From the Nassau County Museum of Art with the Collection of Susan S. and David R. Goode and The Neustadt Collection at the Taubman Museum of Art (110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke).
Wednesday, August 16 through August 19: Franklin County Agricultural Fair at Franklin County Recreation Park (2150 Sontag Rd., Rocky Mount). Features a midway with rides and games, food trucks, and nightly musical talent. Find more information at this link. ($)
Through August 31 — Lantern Tours at Natural Bridge (6477 South Lee Highway, Natural Bridge). Follow a guide along the trail to the Bridge and uncover stories from its past, all by lantern light. Find more information and register at this link. ($)
Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays — Star City Cruise E-Bike Tour presented by Roanoke Mountain Adventures (806 Wasena Ave., Roanoke). This 13 mile tour will highlight tons of cool Roanoke sights and shops. Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)

Wednesday, August 9

11 a.m. to noon — Zumba with Andrea Burney at the Williamson Road Branch Public Library (3837 Williamson Rd. NW, Roanoke). Visit this link for more information.
1 p.m. — Roanoke City Board of Zoning Appeals meeting in City Council chambers at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building (215 Church Ave. SW, Roanoke).
5:15 to 6:15 p.m. — Yoga at the Taubman Museum of Art (110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke). For more information and to register in advance, visit www.taubmanmuseum.org/calendar or contact info@taubmanmuseum.org or (540) 342-5760. ($)
5:30 p.m. — Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates meeting in City Council chambers at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building (215 Church Ave. SW, Roanoke).
5:30 p.m. — Live music: Haley Whitters at Sidewinders Saloon (16 W. Campbell Ave., Roanoke).
7:05 p.m. — Salem Red Sox vs. Augusta GreenJackets at Haley Toyota Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark (1004 Texas St., Salem). For more information and to purchase tickets, visit this link. ($)
7:30 p.m. — Live music: Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit at the Salem Civic Center (1001 Roanoke Blvd, Salem). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
9:30 p.m. — Live music: Woody & Sunshine at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link.

Thursday, August 10

5 p.m. — Roanoke City Architectural Review Board meeting in City Council chambers at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building (215 Church Ave. SW, Roanoke).
5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Party in Elmwood presented by Delta Dental featuring Cat5 Band with food vendor Schult’s Dogs. Visit this link for more information. ($)
6 to 7:30 p.m. — Community Night: Upcycling with Visible Mending presented by Carilion Clinic as part of their Community Night series at Morningside Urban Farm (917 Morgan Ave. SE, Roanoke). Find more information and register at this link.
6 p.m. to midnight — Line Dancing at Sidewinders Saloon (16 W. Campbell Ave., Roanoke). Visit this link for more information.
6:30 p.m. — Creek Freaks Skills Session at Rotary Park (1705 Electric Rd., Salem). Bring your kayaks or canoes and plan to practice your paddling skills. This is not a formal class. Find more information at this link.
7 p.m. — Lecture: Pioneer and Patriot – The Life of Andrew Lewis presented by Salem Museum director of education and archives Garrett Channell at the Salem Museum (801 E. Main St., Salem). Find more information at this link.
7 to 10 p.m. — Karaoke at 2 Chill Restaurant (312 2nd St. SW, Roanoke). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
7:05 p.m. — Salem Red Sox vs. Augusta GreenJackets at Haley Toyota Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark (1004 Texas St., Salem). For more information and to purchase tickets, visit this link. ($)
8 p.m. — The R.E.A.L. Funny Comedy Show at All Sports Cafe (152 E. Main St., Salem). Visit this link for more information.
8 p.m. — Live music: Chatham Rabbits at the Harvester Performance Center (450 Franklin St., Rocky Mount). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
8 to 11 p.m. — Live music on the rooftop at Corned Beef & Co. (107 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke).
9:30 p.m. — Live music: Kindhearted Strangers at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link.

Friday, August 11

7:30 to 8:30 a.m. — Free Yoga for the People at the main Roanoke Public Library (706 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke.) More information can be found at this link.
5 to 9 p.m. — Live Music: Martin & Kelly presented by the Daleville Summer Concert Series at Daleville Town Center (90 Town Center St., Daleville). Find more information at this link. ($)
5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Botetourt County Fair at Buchanan Town Park (485 Lowe St., Buchanan). Features 4-H and FFA exhibits, a draft horse pull, agricultural demonstrations, and traditional fair contests. Find more information at this link.
6 to 9 p.m. — Live music: Ben Trout Band at Starr Hill Roanoke Pilot Brewery & Side Stage (6 Old Whitmore Ave., Roanoke).
6 to 10 p.m. — Live music: Solacoustix at the Tavern Stage at Explore Park (56 Roanoke River Parkway, Roanoke). Find more information at this link.
6:30 to 9:30 p.m. — Live music: The Rarely Available Band at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke).
7 p.m. — Open mic: Essential Soul – My Gift to You at Morningside Urban Farm (917 Morgan Ave. SE, Roanoke). Find more information and register at this link.
7:05 p.m. — Salem Red Sox vs. Augusta GreenJackets at Haley Toyota Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark (1004 Texas St., Salem). For more information and to purchase tickets, visit this link. ($)
8 p.m. — Live music: Yellow Brick Road– A Tribute to Elton John at the Harvester Performance Center (450 Franklin St., Rocky Mount). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
10 p.m. — Live music: Empty Bottles at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link. ($)

Saturday, August 12

8 a.m. to noon — Pepper Palooza at the Grandin Village Farmer’s Market (in the parking lot behind the Grandin Co-op on Westover Ave., Roanoke). Features pepper tasting, pepper vendors, and the Face On Fire pepper-eating contest. Find more information at this link.
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Botetourt County Fair at Buchanan Town Park (485 Lowe St., Buchanan). Features 4-H and FFA exhibits, a draft horse pull, agricultural demonstrations, and traditional fair contests. Find more information at this link.
9:30 to 11:30 a.m. — But First, Coffee Ride starting at Cardinal Bicycle’s Grandin Village Location (1312 Winbourne St., Roanoke). This is a no-drop ride, but cyclists should be able to maintain a speed of 15 mph.
10 to 11 a.m. — N&W Architectural History Walking Tour starting at the O. Winston Link museum (101 Shenandoah Ave. NE, Roanoke). Visit this link for more information. ($)
11 a.m. — Downtown Roanoke food and cultural tour, starting at The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center (110 Shenandoah Ave. NE, Roanoke). For tickets and information, visit this link. ($)
Noon to 4 p.m. — Buffalo Soldiers Community Cookout at Brown-Robertson Park (913 Shadeland Ave. NW, Roanoke).
3 p.m. — Stories from Rocky Mount at the Harvester Performance Center (450 Franklin St., Rocky Mount). Features an afternoon of stories to celebrate Rocky Mount’s 150th anniversary. Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
3 to 7 p.m. — Summer Fest presented by the NW Faith Partnership at McCadden Park (1616 19th St. NW, Roanoke). Features food trucks, vendors, and live music.
4 to 8 p.m. — Festival of India at at Elmwood Park (706 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). Visit this link for more information.
5:45 p.m. (Doors open at 5) — Live music: Bumpin Uglies w. Lazy Man Dub Band presented by 5 PTS Outdoors as part of the Dog Bowl at Black Dog Salvage Summer Series at the Dog Bowl (902 13th St. SW, Roanoke). Find more information at this link. ($)
6 p.m — Live music: Solacoustix at Twisted Track Brewpub (523 Shenandoah Ave. NW, Roanoke).
6 to 9 p.m. — Live music: Marie Anderson at Starr Hill Roanoke Pilot Brewery & Side Stage (6 Old Whitmore Ave., Roanoke).
6:05 p.m. — Salem Red Sox vs. Augusta GreenJackets at Haley Toyota Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark (1004 Texas St., Salem). For more information and to purchase tickets, visit this link. ($)
7 pm. — Twin Valleys Roller Derby vs. Charlotte Roller Derby at the Berglund Special Events Center (710 Williamson Rd., Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
7 to 10 p.m. — Live music: Filthy Souls and Gasoline Alley presented by Mingle at the Market at the Vinton Farmers Market (204 W. Lee Ave., Vinton). For more information, visit this link.
7 to 11 p.m. — Roaring Twenties Party: Party Like Gatsby at the Roanoke Country Club to benefit The Brandon Oaks Nursing and Rehab Center and The Memory Care Support Center. Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
8 p.m. — Live music: Sirsy at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link. ($)
10 p.m. to 1 a.m. — Vinyl & Vibes with Star City Soul Club at Sidecar (411 1st St. SW, Roanoke). Find more information at this link.

Sunday, August 13

10 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Angels of Assisi 2nd Annual Bow Wow Brunch at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). This dog-friendly fundraising event will include a delicious catered brunch by 3112 Catering , live music, a raffle, BARKcuterie board, and photos with your dog. Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Brunch with Kentucky’s Koolest Krooners at Crafteria: Handmade Food & Goods (16 Church Ave. SW., Roanoke). Features live music from Rhyan Sinclair, Brandon Costello, and Toni Karpinski. Find more information at this link.
2 to 5 p.m. — Gospel Music Festival at Elm Manor (32 Elm Ave., Roanoke). Featuring special performances by Milk and Honey, Back to Our Roots, and The Announcers. Bring a lawn chair. Donations will be accepted to benefit Elm Manor.
2:05 p.m. — Salem Red Sox vs. Augusta GreenJackets at Haley Toyota Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark (1004 Texas St., Salem). For more information and to purchase tickets, visit this link. ($)
8 p.m. — Live music: Sierra Hull at the Harvester Performance Center (450 Franklin St., Rocky Mount). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)

Monday, August 14

11 a.m. to noon — Zumba with Andrea Burney at the Gainsboro Branch Public Library (15 Patton Ave. NW, Roanoke).
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).
5:30 to 6:30 p.m. — Free Yoga for the People at the main Roanoke Public Library (706 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke.) More information can be found at this link.
6 to 9 p.m. — Golden Cactus Pub Run starting at Golden Cactus Brewing (214 5th St. SW, Roanoke). Find more information at this link.
6 to 9 p.m. — Live music: Irish Jam Band at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke).

Tuesday, August 15

4 p.m. — Roanoke City Fair Housing Board meeting in room 309 north at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building (215 Church Ave. SW, Roanoke).
5:30 to 7:45 p.m. — L’Eroica (Roanoke’s Friendliest Group Road Ride) starting at Cardinal Bicycle’s Grandin Village Location (1312 Winbourne St., Roanoke). All levels of cyclists are welcome. Visit this link for more information.
6 p.m. — Fleet Feet Pub Run & Walk at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 1, 3, and 5 mile routes are available. Check in at the Fleet Feet tent when you arrive. Visit this link for more details.
6 p.m. to midnight — Line Dance Night at Sidewinders Saloon (16 W. Campbell Ave., Roanoke). Visit this link for more information.
6:20 p.m. — Pub Run presented by The Original Pub Run starting at The Village Grill (1802 Memorial Ave., Roanoke). Meet, run/jog/walk, then drink and eat. Find more information at this link.
7 p.m. — Brady’s Comedy Night at Brady’s Distillery (711 Pocahontas Ave., Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
10 p.m. — Live music: Eggs With Legs at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link.

Wednesday, August 16

11 a.m. to noon — Zumba with Andrea Burney at the Williamson Road Branch Public Library (3837 Williamson Rd. NW, Roanoke). Visit this link for more information.
5:15 to 6:15 p.m. — Yoga at the Taubman Museum of Art (110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke). For more information and to register in advance, visit www.taubmanmuseum.org/calendar or contact info@taubmanmuseum.org or (540) 342-5760. ($)
5:30 p.m. — Hidden in Plain Site documentary screening at The Grandin Theatre (1310 Grandin Rd., Roanoke). Engage with the team that has created this original and innovative format that uncovers the truth of what happened to vibrant Black communities under a pretense of urban renewal. Find more information and RSVP at this link.
8 p.m. — Live music: Jimmy Vaughan & the Tilt-a-Whirl Band at the Harvester Performance Center (450 Franklin St., Rocky Mount). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
9:30 p.m. — Live music: Baked Shrimp at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link.