Looking for Sunshine in Meadows of Dan!

Sunset over Buffalo Mountain

Sarvis blooms have fallen but dogwood is beautiful right now along the Blue Ridge Parkway. I don't think I've ever seen the dogwoods bloom so beautifully here! It won't be long before pink rhododenron is showing off. Come and see!

My neighbors have reopened their wonderful bookstore. Dan River Books at 36 Concord Road is an "off-price" book store, featuring high quality remainders and publisher's close-outs at greatly reduced prices. Visit our Used Book Room for an eclectic selection of used and rare volumes from the 19th and 20th centuries.

Music at Christopher's Pizza - Friday, May 8, 7 PM to 10 PM - Zephyr Lightning Bolts; Saturday, May 9, 7 PM to 10 PM, Stony Ridge. Great music and great food!

Patrick County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Business After Hours gathering at the Blue Ridge Visitor's Center, JEB Stuart Highway, on Tuesday, May 12 from 5:30 to 7 PM. For more information call 276-694-6012.

The Meadows of Dan Community Association is planning a demonstration day at the Virginia Tourism Welcome Center in Lambsburg, VA on May 13. The center is at the North Carolina border on I-77. Demonstrations include spinning, weaving and quilting.

For more about what's happening in Meadows of Dan click here. The official Meadows of Dan web site is here. The visitor's center in Meadows of Dan showcases even more events and activities in the area.