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Central High School Annual
African American History Celebration |
Saturday, February
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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Home Educator's Day at Red Hill |
Friday, April 22, 2022
9:30 am to 12:30 pm
1250 Red Hill Road
Brookneal, VA |
Red Hill's Annual Home Educators’ Living History Day is
geared for children ages 8 to 10 years old, although
children younger and older benefit and can participate
in the hands-on experience of 18th-century life.
Programs can rotate among spinning and weaving,
blacksmithing, pottery, a walking tour, Colonial
medicine, basket making, tin punching, and rope making.
Families will be able to visit each station available at
their leisure. Living History ends at 12:30 and families
can eat their packed lunches on the grounds. After
lunch, please feel free to walk the trails, visit the
historic buildings again, or head home. Advance
registration is required. Adults/Chaperones are $6/each,
Children 4 and up are $5/each, and Children 3 and under
are free, but tickets must still be reserved for them.
Tickets are non-refundable. This is a rain or shine
event. After purchasing tickets, a confirmation email
will be sent to you. Please email info@redhill.org with
any questions. |
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Community Day and Fish Fry at Central High Museum |
Sunday, April 24, 2022
3:00 p.m.
The Central High Musuem
515 Thomas Jefferson Hwy.
Charlotte Court House, VA |
Central High Museum will hold a Community Day and Fish
Fry sponsored by The Buffalo Soldiers on April 24th.
A fish sandwich with chips and a drink can be purchased
for $7.00 Children under 12 will get free hot dogs
**For more information call Calvin Harrell at (229)
630-0435, Dearrion Snead at (804) 665-8860, or Dr.
Hezteine Foster at (434) 665-8492 |
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Florafest |
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 |
Wednesday, May 29, 2022
1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
1250 Red Hill Road
Brookneal, VA |
Come out to Red Hill to celebrate Patrick Henry's 286th
birthday. Enjoy a piece of complimentary birthday
cake while you tour beautiful Red Hill. Admission is complimentary. |
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Charlotte County Relay for Life -
Survivor Celebration & Luminaria Display |
Saturday, June 18, 2022
Events begin at 6:00 pm
Southside Virginia Community College
200 Daniel Road
Keysville, VA |
Relay for Life Survivor Celebration and Luminaria
Display at SVCC in Keysville. The event includes
dinner, bingo and a luminaria display. The
deadline to RSVP is June 10th. For more
information, please see the
event
flyer. |
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Central High Museum Juneteenth Celebration |
Saturday, June 18th, 2022
10:45 am - 4:00 pm
Central High Museum
515 Thomas Jefferson Hwy.
Charlotte Court House, VA |
Celebrate Juneteenth "Freedom Day" at the Central High
Museum. Guests include Dr. Yemaja Jubilee, "The
Soulful Poet", Prof. L Roi Boyd, III, Director, Actor,
Singer, Pastor Derek "The Change Man" Smith,
Professional Recording Artist, Khi Felder and Aheem Rah,
African Drums, DJ "Al-B"(Al Brogdon) and Others.
There will be hot dogs, burgers, fish, cole slaw, baked
beans, soda, and water for sale.
The Museum will be open for tours and vendors will be on
site. Wear Your African Attire.
For more information contact Dr. Hezteine Foster at
434-665-8492 or
jfoster1@hughes.net |
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SUMMER EVENTS |
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Southside Virginia
100 Mile Yardsale |
July 2, 2022
Advertised route includes Drakes Branch and Keysville.
See
www.va100mileyardsale.com/ for full route map and
additional information. |
A great opportunity to buy or sell! In conjunction with the 100 mile yardsale, the Town
of Drakes Branch will be hosting vendor sites on Main
Street thru town. If you are interested in being a
vendor call Phil Jackson at 434-208-0558.
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Red Hill 4th of July |
July 4th
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 of
Patrick Henry's Red Hill,
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. |
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| Sheriff's Night Out
Community Event |
August 9th, 2022
Charlotte County Sheriff's Office
222 Law Lane
Charlotte Court House, VA
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm |
Join the Charlotte
County Sheriff's Office & Victim Witness Assistance
Program for an evening of fun! Event is free for
the community and features games & activities, hot dogs,
a bounce houses, & more.
Voter Registrar will also be present to assist with
voter registration and provide information.
Bring a canned item to help stock the local Dept. of
Social Service's food pantry!
Event Flyer |
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FALL EVENTS |
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Randolph-Henry High School Homecoming |
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Friday, September 16, 2022 |
Come out to enjoy the parade and support the home
team! The game starts at 7:00 pm.
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Fall Market Fest - Drakes Branch
Farmer's Market |
Saturday, September 17, 2022
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Drakes Branch - Main Street Pavillion |
Fall is in the air! The Fall market fest will feature a
variety of vendors, products and activities. Local
produce will be available for purchase, along with
homemade baked goods, jewelry, and handmade crafts and
decor. For more information visit the
Market's Facebook page. |
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Miss Janie's Sit & Sip Wine Festival
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Saturday, October
Noon to 6:00 pm
At the Gil-Har House
6447 Patrick Henry Hwy.
Phenix, VA 23959
*This is a 21 Years Old & Over Event |
Come out & support a good cause. The Barksdale Cancer
Foundation which provides assistance to local citizens
battling cancer. Wineries & local vendors will be on
site & food will also be available for purchase from the
local Lion's Club. Music will be provided
througout the day by the Tobacco Road Band. More
information available
here. |
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Living History Days for Homeschool Students at
Red Hill |
Thursday & Friday, October 6 & 7
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
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 can
rotate among spinning and weaving, blacksmithing,
pottery, a walking tour, Colonial medicine, basket
making, tin punching, and rope making. Each day will
have the same schedule. Advance Registration Required
for this Event. Adults/Chaperones are $6/each, Children
4 and up are $5/each, and Children 3 and under are free,
but tickets must still be reserved for them. Tickets
are non-refundable. This is a rain or shine event.
For registration & more
information, call 800-514-7463 or visit
www.RedHill.org.
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Truckers' Parade Against Cancer |
Saturday, October 8, 2022
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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Harvest Festival at the Market - Drakes Branch
Farmer's Market |
Saturday, October 15, 2022
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Drakes Branch - Main Street Pavillion |
Celebrate Fall at the Drakes Branch Farmer's Market! The Harvest Festival will feature a
variety of vendors, products and activities. Local
produce will be available for purchase, along with
homemade baked goods, jewelry, and handmade crafts and
decor. For more information visit the
Market's Facebook page. |
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| Veteran's Day Parade
- Town of Drakes Branch |
Saturday, November 12, 2022
10:30 am
Drakes Branch
4900 Drakes Main Street (Route 47)
Drakes Branch, VA |
Come out and show your support for our Veterans! If you are
interested in participating in the parade, please
contact Julie Hamlett or Butch Hamlett at 434-568--6451
(Home), 434-391-4965 (Julie's cell), or 434-315-3227
(Butch's cell). Please decorate cars, ATV's, emergency
vehicles, etc. participating in the parade with American
flags. |
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| Holiday Market
Festival at
the Farmer’s Market in Drakes Branch |
Saturday, November 12, 2022
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Drakes Branch Town Pavilion
4900 Drakes Main Street (Route 47)
Drakes Branch, VA
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Come and shop with our local artisans
and crafters! For a list of vendors please visit the Market's Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/Charlottecountyfarmersmarket/
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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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Red Hill Christmas Open House |
Sunday, December 4, 2022
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. Complimentary hot mulled cider, Brunswick
stew prepared by the Charlotte Lions Club, and homemade
cookies will be available throughout the afternoon. The
gift shop will also be offering a 10% discount on its
regular shop merchandise on this special day. For more information
contact (434) 376-2044 or visit
www.redhill.org. |
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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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Christmas Bazaar at the Drakes Branch
Farmers Market |
Saturday, December 10, 2022
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Drakes Branch Town Pavilion
4900 Drakes Main Street (Route 47)
Drakes Branch, VA |
Come and shop with our local artisans and crafters! For
a list of vendors please visit the Market's Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/Charlottecountyfarmersmarket/
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