Throughout February
BRRL (Martinsville Branch): The Martinsville Library, in partnership with the Warming Center of Martinsville and Henry County, will be holding a Sock Drive. Drop off all sizes of new socks at the Martinsville Library anytime throughout the month of February for the homeless. We are also collecting soap, disposable razors, and deodorant. For more information, call (276) 403-5430.
“Blind Date with a Book” returns to the Martinsville Library through the month of February. Stop in the Martinsville Library and check out one of our eligible candidates. Read it, rate it, and bring your review to the Martinsville library to be entered in a drawing for a Wal-Mart gift card. For more information, call (276) 403-5430. Contest ends Feb. 29.
To commemorate Black History Month, the Martinsville Library is partnering with the Fayette Area Historical Initiative (FAHI) to display an art exhibition from their collection. This exhibit will be up through the month of February. Drop in the Martinsville Library to view it.
Saturday, Feb. 15
Spencer Penn Centre: Basket Class has been an ongoing hit each third Saturday of the month since 2009 at Spencer Penn Centre. Hazel Coleman, from Asheboro, N.C., makes the trip and we are glad she does. Each student will take a beautiful basket home that day. The basket for the month is different and often coordinates with the holidays and seasons making each special and unique and useful. Pre-registration is required so that Hazel knows how many kits to bring. Additional kits are also sold. Admission: $25 for small basket $35 for larger. Contact: (276) 957-5757; 475 Spencer Penn Road Spencer.
BRRL (Martinsville Branch): After peace was restored to Bird Island, Red finds himself called once again to defend it. But can he and his friends stop the incoming attack before it destroys the island? Find out at our Family Friendly Movie at the Martinsville Library. Watch as Red, Chuck, Bomb, Silver, and other friends infiltrate Eagle Island to stop the attack. Show starts at 11 a.m. Free popcorn provided. Contact: (276) 403-5430; 310 East Church Street, Martinsville.
Mountain Valley Artisan Barn: This occasion will have a candlelight dinner, musical entertainment, delicious food (your choice of Rotisserie Chicken or Miso Sugar Pork)and drinks. Contact: (276) 220-6591; 1215 Collins Road, Axton.
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Sunday, Feb. 16
Hamlet Vineyards: Sweeten your Sunday afternoons with a trip to Hamlet Vineyards in Bassett, Va. Every Sunday from 1-5 p.m., you can enjoy a wine tasting featuring Pinot Gris, Viognier, Petit Verdot, Old Virginia Red and others. Also offering local, freshly baked breads with gourmet spreads or lunch to complete your tasting. Contact: (276) 629-2121; 405 Riverside Drive, Bassett.
Henry County Bike Club: The Henry County Bike Club will ride at the Mountain Laurel Trails in Ridgeway every Sunday afternoon at 2p.m. Occasionally the Mountain Bike Ride may be held at Cedar Ridge Trails. In those instances, the Henry County Bike Club will post an update on the website as well as the Facebook page. Contact: (276) 340-9144; 361 Mountain Laurel Trail, Ridgeway.
Spencer-Penn Centre: The Sock Hop at the Spencer-Penn Centre is back by popular demand. Come on out and dance the afternoon away with DJ What! We will also celebrate our Spencer-Penn volunteers and donors during this event. Admission: $4, Volunteers and Donors must RSVP for free admission. Contact: (276) 957-5757; 475 Spencer-Penn Road, Spencer.
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Monday, Feb. 17
BRRL (Collinsville and Ridgeway Branches): Join us for our Art of the Month class. Karen Eggleston, QVC artist, will instruct the classes at Studio 107 on the 3rd Monday and at the Ridgeway Branch Library on the 4th Tuesday of each month. These unique crafts also make great gifts! There must be a minimum of five participants in each class. Space is limited so pre-register early by calling Henry County Parks & Recreation at (276) 634-4644. 105 E Church St, Martinsville.
Spencer-Penn Centre: Storytime is back at Spencer-Penn in the Hylton Library. Mondays at 10:30 a.m. The Centre is pleased to announce a preschool story time and playdate program. Carole Anne Penn will read a story and lead songs, crafts and then play time with friends. An age-appropriate story will be read, drawing out questions and answers that involve the children and promote early reading skills, along with a simple craft activity. After story time, children are welcome to go into the Children’s Library for playtime and interaction with each other. Toys, puzzles, and the “housekeeping” center promote socialization skills in playing with other children. Contact: (276) 957-5757; 475 Spencer-Penn Road Spencer.
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Tuesday, Feb. 18
Hardee’s (Stanleytown)“The Hardee Bunch,” Tuesday mornings at 8-10 a.m. forold style Country & Gospel Music. Contact: (276) 629-1122;933 Fairystone Park Highway, Stanleytown.
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Wednesday, Feb. 19
PHCC: Rhonda Hodges, “Turning Lemons into Lemonade,” 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays have now become WOMENSdays! Every 3rd Wednesday join us for lunch and enjoy a different topic and speaker who will present topics relevant to ladies who lead. Each session grants participants opportunities to elevate their minds, mobilize their passions, and become catalysts for shaping the perception of the various ways Ladies Lead. Admission: $30; Contact: (276) 656-5461; 645 Patriot Avenue, Martinsville.
Henry County Bike Club: Join the Henry County Bike Club for a weekly, evening ride along the many gorgeous trails of the Smith River Trail System. Mountain bikes are recommended but road bikes can be used as well. Ride times will range from 30 minutes to an hour and locations will vary. Contact:(276) 618-0343; 3521 River Road, Fieldale.
BRRL (Martinsville Branch): Line dancing class at 10 a.m. Event is free and open to the public. Contact: (276) 403-5430; 310 East Church Street, Martinsville.
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Thursday, Feb. 20
Thursday Trail Trekkers:This group, co-sponsored by Henry County Parks & Recreation and the Dan River Basin Association, will meet on Thursdays at 1 p.m., to explore a different trail every week. Weather permitting, we will meet at designated locations throughout the county, and sometimes in nearby parts of neighboring counties for hikes. All the trails selected will be moderate in length and difficulty and senior-friendly, but there is no minimum age requirement.Seniors interested in this program must pre-register with Henry County Parks & Recreation Senior Services at (276) 634-4644. Contact: (276) 634-4601; 3300 Kings Mountain Road, Martinsville.
Spencer Penn Centre: Have you ever wanted to learn an app like Canva or wanted to be able to make your own flyers or invitations for social media? This class is perfect for you. For only $10, you will receive 10 weeks of instruction with guided projects. Be sure to pre-register now to hold your spot. This series will start Thursday, Feb. 13 and run for 10 weeks. If you cannot attend a week during the series do not worry. Arrangements can be made with the instructor for one on one instruction. Contact: (276) 957-5757; 475 Spencer-Penn Road, Spencer. Also, Third Thursday Trivia from 6:30-8 p.m. Admission: $10, cash only.
Piedmont Arts: Join Piedmont Arts for a thought-provoking performance by Mike Wiley Productions presenting Tired Souls: The Montgomery Bus Boycott. Tired Souls introduces audiences to Jo Ann Robinson, Claudette Colvin and others instrumental in the Civil Rights Movement, changing the course of U.S. History. Reception with complimentary refreshments and wine will begin at 6:30 p.m. Performance begins at 7 p.m., in the galleries. Contact: (276) 632-3221; 215 Starling Avenue Martinsville.
BRRL (Martinsville Branch): Book Bingo at 2:30 p.m. Contact: (276) 403-5430; 310 East Church Street, Martinsville.
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Friday, Feb. 21
Henry County Bike Club: Ride ‘N Dine every Friday afternoon with members of the Henry County Bike Club. Each week fellow cyclists meet at the Liberty Street access point of the Dick & Willie Trail to put in some miles and to refuel with a delicious lunch at a local eatery. A different lunch locality is chosen each week so that your Friday afternoon is always unique and interesting. Rides are year-round but are canceled if it’s raining or if the temperature is below 50 degrees. Contact: (276) 358-1312; 699 Liberty Street, Martinsville.
BRRL (Martinsville Branch): Line dancing class at 10 a.m. Event is free and open to the public. Contact: (276) 403-5430; 310 East Church Street, Martinsville.
HJDB: Bluegrass and Gospel music featuring local musicians featuring One Day at a Time at the HJDB Event Center Cafeteria from 10 a.m. until noon. Admission: $2 donation, members are free. Breakfast $5 from 8:30-11 a.m., lunch $6 from 12-1 p.m. Also, Bassett Music Jamboree in the auditorium. Jam session (6 p.m.), Shelton Brothers(7 p.m.) and Rebound Road (8 p.m.). Admission: $5 donation. Contact: (276) 358-0489; Address: 3289 Riverside Drive, Bassett.
