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Central High School Annual
African American History Celebration |
Saturday, February 15, 2020
1:00 pm
St. Michael Baptist Church
4525 Main Street
Drakes Branch, Virginia
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Join us for our annual Celebration of African
American History, sponsored by the
Central High Museum.
Rev. Willie Tisdale of South Hill, Virginia will be the
guest speaker. Music will be provided by the SMG
Combined Gospel Ensemble Choir. Come dressed in your African
attire or come as you are. The program is free to the
public and everyone is welcome to attend. Dinner will
be served following the program. |
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Rainbow of Ribbons Pageant - Barksdale Cancer
Foundation |
Sunday, February 15, 2020
3:30 pm
Randolph-Henry High School Auditorium
755 David Bruce Avenue
Charlotte Court House, Virginia
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Sponsored by the Barksdale Cancer Foundation, the
Rainbow of Ribbons Pageant includes Baby Miss, Tiny
Miss, L'il MIss, Junior Miss, Teen Miss & Miss
categories. The entry fee is $35 per participant and
proceeds will benefit local cancer patients. For
more information see the
event flyer. |
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Handbag Bingo - Barksdale Cancer
Foundation |
Sunday, March 22, 2020
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Doors Open at 1:00 pm
Bacon District Volunteer Fire Department
2000 Barnesville Hwy.
Wylliesburg, VA
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Bingo! Come out & play for a good cause.
This event benefits the Barksdale Cancer Foundation
which provides assistance to citizens battling cancer.
Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. For
more information see the
event flyer. |
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Florafest - CANCELLED |
Saturday, May
8:30 am to 12:30 pm
Charlotte County Extension Office
133 LeGrande Avenue
Charlotte Court House, VA
Rain or Shine
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This annual event sponsored by the Charlotte County
Master Gardeners offers something for every gardener. A
wide variety of plants are
available to purchase, plus there
will be guest speakers, vendors selling gardening
items, and refreshments for sale. Florafest is a major fundraiser that supports grants and
scholarships in our county. For more information contact
the Extension Office at 542-5884. |
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Celebrate Patrick Henry's Birthday at
Red Hill - CANCELLED |
Wednesday, May
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
1250 Red Hill Road
Brookneal, VA |
Come out to Red Hill to celebrate Patrick Henry's 283rd
birthday. Enjoy a piece of complimentary birthday
cake while you tour the property. Interpreters will
demonstrate blacksmithing, spinning and weaving. There
will also be a Naturalization Ceremony beginning at
11:00am (see below). Admission is complimentary. |
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Naturalization Ceremony at Red Hill - CANCELLED |
Wednesday, May
Ceremony begins at 11:00 am
1250 Red Hill Road
Brookneal, VA |
Come out and welcome our newest citizens at Red Hill's annual
naturalization ceremony. Red Hill is open
to visitors and events begin with living history
demonstrations at 9:00 am. Seating begins at 10:15. For more information, call 800-514-7463 or visit
www.RedHill.org.
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Charlotte County Relay for Life -
POSTPONED TO FALL |
Saturday, June
Events begin at Noon
Southside Virginia Community College
200 Daniel Road
Keysville, VA |
Join in the fight against cancer. This event benefits
the American Cancer Society. For more information call
(434) 845-0974 or visit the
American Cancer Society Relay website. |
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Central High Museum's "Grand Ole Setting" |
Saturday, June
Car Show begins at 9:00 AM
Other events begin at 10:00 AM
Central High Museum
515 Thomas Jefferson Hwy.
Charlotte Court House, VA |
Join The Central High Museum's celebration of heritage
and culture at the 4th Annual "Ole Grand Setting." The
theme is "Uplifting Our History". The guest speaker will
be Minister Daniel Smith from Springhill Baptist Church
in Blackstone, VA. There will be a guest choir.
Afternoon activities include music by DJ Al Brogden
and Big G "Southern Soul" recording artist and games;
Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club will also be attending.
Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy some family and
community fun! Food and drink will be available for
purchase. All are welcome to attend. |
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SUMMER EVENTS |
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Red Hill 4th of July - EVENT CANCELLED BUT OPEN
FOR VISITORS |
July 4
1250 Red Hill Road
Brookneal, VA
3:00 pm until
(Gates close at 9:00 pm) |
Bring your lawn chairs or
blanket and enjoy the day on the beautiful grounds
overlooking the Staunton River valley. Events begin at 3 pm & fireworks start around 9:15
pm. Admission fee. For more
information call (434) 376-2044 or (800) 514-7463.
www.redhill.org
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"National Night Out" |
August
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Charlotte Court House Dixie Youth Ballpark
Dixie Youth Drive
Charlotte Court House, VA
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Join local law
enforcement and emergency services personnel for this
special event aimed to strengthen the relationship
between citizens and law enforcement, making our
community a safer place for everyone. The event will
include a variety of kid friendly activities, food,
school supply giveaways and much more. This event
is hosted by the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office and
the Victim's Witness Assistance Program. |
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FALL EVENTS |
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POW/MIA Recognition Day Ceremony |
Friday, September
10:00 AM
Charlotte County Administration Office
250 LeGrande Avenue
Charlotte Court House, VA
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VFW Post 8902 will hold a ceremony to honor our nation’s
Prisoners of War and those Missing in Action on National
POW/MIA Recognition Day. This ceremony will be
held on the lawn of the County Administration Office. The public is cordially invited to attend. |
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Living History Days for Homeschool Students at
Red Hill |
Thursday & Friday, September
8:30 am - 2:00 pm each day
1250 Red Hill Road
Brookneal, VA |
Red Hill's Annual Days of Living History for
Homeschooled Students are geared for ages 8 to 10,
although children younger and older benefit from the
hands-on experience of 18th century life. Programs
rotate among spinning and weaving, basket making,
blacksmithing, rope making, tin punching, pottery, and
Colonial medicine. Pre-registraton required.
Admission Fee. For registration & more
information, call 800-514-7463 or visit
www.RedHill.org.
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Randolph-Henry High School Homecoming |
Friday, October
Homecoming Parade - Starts at 5:00 pm
Homecoming Game - Starts at 7:00 pm |
Come out and support the home team! The homecoming
parade will take place on LeGrande Avenue in Charlotte
Court House at 5:00. The game starts at 7:00. |
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Truckers' Parade Against Cancer |
Saturday, October
Parade Begins at 3:30 in Charlotte Court House at
Randolph-Henry High School/CMS
Please check the Trucker's Parade website for
parade route details! |
Truckers parade through the county
in this fund raiser for the American Cancer Society,
memorializing and honoring friends, family and neighbors.
Check the parade route and come see the parade and show
your support! For more information
please visit the
Truckers Parade website.
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Fall Forestry & Wildlife Field
Tour
(Virginia Forest Landowner Education Program) |
Thursday, October
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Charlotte County Farm Bureau
400 George Washington Highway
Charlotte Court House, VA 23923 |
From the heart of Virginia’s Southern Piedmont in rural
Charlotte County… explore the scenic and productive
forests of this historic area. Charlotte County was
formed from neighboring Lunenburg County in 1764 and
named for Queen Charlotte, wife of George III of
England. The village of Charlotte Court House has been
listed with the state and National Registers of Historic
Places as a Historic Courthouse District for its
uniqueness in architecture, not unlike colonial
Williamsburg. For more information about the tour,
contact Jennifer Gagnon, 540-231-6391 or
jgagnon@vt.edu or
visit the event webpage for information and registration
here. |
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Charlotte County Arts, Crafts & Rural
Heritage Day |
Saturday, October
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Courthouse Square
125 David Bruce Avenue
Charlotte Court House, VA
Rain or Shine
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This event, hosted by the Museum of Charlotte County,
includes living history demonstrations; exhibits;
displays of old tools, engines & equipment; children's
activities; student artwork; permformances and live
music. Admission is free & food will be available
for purchase. Event sponsors include Southside
Electric Cooperative, Spaulding Equipment Company, The
Bank of Charlotte County and Keystone Truck & Tractor
Museum.
Event Flyer |
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Bluegrass, Barbeque and Brew Festival at Red Hill |
Saturday, November
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
1250 Red Hill Road
Brookneal, VA
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Stroll the beautiful grounds of Red Hill while
enjoying terrific bluegrass bands, local barbecue and
Virginia craft beer. Tours of Patrick Henry’s home, law
office and other historical buildings will be offered at
designated times throughout the day and local artisans
will have items available for purchase. For more
information visit the
event website or call (434) 376-2044 or (800)
514-7463. |
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WINTER EVENTS |
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Keysville Christmas Parade |
Friday, December
7:00 pm
King Street in Keysville |
Join the Town of Keysville for
their annual Christmas parade. To register
an entry in the parade,
please contact the Keysville Town Office at 736-9551. |
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Phenix Christmas Parade |
Saturday, December
Main Street in Phenix |
Come celebrate the
season with the Town of
Phenix at their annual Christmas Parade.
After the parade, stop by the Phenix Municipal Hall for
a visit with Santa! For more information or to
participate in the parade, contact the Town Office at
542-4123. |
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Drakes Branch Christmas Open House |
Sunday, December
Drakes Municipal Building
4800 Drakes Main Street |
Celebrate the
season with your friends and neighbors at the Drakes
Branch municipal building. Light refreshments will be
provided. Door prizes will be
awarded and children will receive a stocking while
supplies last. For more information contact the
Town Office at 568-3091. |
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Charlotte Court House Christmas Tree Lighting |
Sunday, December
Charlotte Court House Town Square
145 David Bruce Avenue
Charlotte Court House, VA |
Join us on the
Courthouse Square for the annual lighting of the town
tree, holiday songs and refreshments. |
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Red Hill Christmas Open House |
Sunday, December
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
1250 Red Hill Rd.
Brookneal, VA |
Complimentary
admission. Costumed docents will give guided tours of
the house and plantation buildings decorated in
traditional Christmas greenery by the Red Hill Garden
Club. Enjoy Christmas music & sweets and mulled cider
from the plantation kitchen. For more information
contact (434) 376-2044 or visit
www.redhill.org. |
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