Ongoing
n Every Saturday night, Dobson Rescue Squad Inc. hosts bingo with cash prizes. The bingo is at the Dobson Rescue Squad at U.S. 601 and Rockford Road. Early birds start at 5 p.m. Regular pack begins at 7 p.m. The late bingo depends on the number of players. The regular pack is nine games for $20. The players game is $5. A child pack, for children 13 and under, is $5. Concessions are sold on site by Dobson Rescue. For more information, call 374-4100.
n Stewarts Creek Ruritan Club in Lambsburg, Va., will raffle off 20 silver dollars in groups of five as a kickoff to a series of fundraising activities. Tickets are $1 and drawings will be held every third week. Money raised will be used for operating expenses and community projects. For more information, contact Martin Shatley at (276) 755-0158.
n Jamming in Jamsburg in Lambsburg, Va., is held every Friday from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Community Center. Bluegrass, old-time, gospel and other types of music will be playing. Situated at the foot of the Sugar Loaf Mountain and surrounded by the mountains makes a beautiful backdrop for the jam. There’s plenty of space indoors and outdoors. There are concessions with the clean entertainment for the whole family. All musicians and music lovers are invited to come play, dance or just listen and enjoy. Admission is free, and concessions are available.
n The Peoples Church Soup Kitchen is open every second Tuesday of the month from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Dine in and delivery is available for those who live within the immediate area. For delivery, call before 3 p.m. that day. Contact Gene Brinkley at 789-1555 or Debbie Wall at 755-6746 for more information.
n The Surry Arts Council presents free fiddle, guitar and banjo Lessons downstairs at the Andy Griffith Playhouse every Thursday evening. Master musician Jim Vipperman teaches fiddle at 5:30 p.m., and guitar and banjo at 6:15 p.m. No sign-up required, instruments are available for use during the lessons. For more information, call 786-7998.
n A Jam Session will be held every Thursday from 7 to 10 p.m., free at the Andy Griffith Playhouse.
n A Jam Session will be held every Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m., free at the Downtown Cinema Theater.
n WPAQ 740 AM presents a live radio broadcast every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Downtown Cinema Theater.
n Every Thursday evening, the American Legion Post 123 hosts Bingo at the American Legion Hall at Veterans Park, 691 W. Lebanon St. in Mount Airy. Cash prizes total up to $2,400 being paid. Early Birds start at 6:30 p.m. and regular games start at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. Free coffee is offered and drinks and snacks are sold. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call 710-7322.
n The Foothills Blues Society has a Blues Jam every second and fourth Tuesday at B52’s, 972 U.S. 52 in Mount Airy, from 8 p.m. until. The society is seeking new members. Musicians and blues fans are welcome.
n If you or a family member is struggling with substance abuse, help is a phone call away. Twin City Area Narcotics Anonymous Helpline is available 24/7 at (800) 365-1035 or at www.teana.org. Call or visit the Web site for meeting schedules and additional information. This is a 12-step recovery program.
Jan. 3
n The Copeland Ruritan Club will host a big country breakfast at the Ruritan Building. Country ham, sausage, biscuits, gravy, eggs, apples and grits will be served. Donations will be taken. Proceeds go to fun community projects.
Jan. 4
n The Genealogical Society of Rockingham and Stokes Counties will have its quarterly meeting from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at the Danbury Public Library, 100 Main St., Danbury. The public is invited to attend. There is no charge. Members of the society will be available to answer any questions on researching your family tree. Light refreshments will be provided.
Jan. 5 and 6
n Come audition for the Surry Arts Council’s big spring musical: Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast.” Auditions will be held at the Andy Griffith Playhouse at on Monday at 6 p.m. and Tuesday at 7 p.m. Roles are available for ages 10 and up, with primary roles for older teenagers and adults. Strong male actors who can sing and dance are especially encouraged to audition. Everyone should bring 16 bars of song ready to sing, with sheet music if possible. Wear comfortable clothes, and prepare to read from script and perform a few dance steps, per instruction. Call-backs will be following initial auditions. Anyone interested in helping backstage or play in the orchestra should also come to auditions to get signed up. Performance dates for “Beauty and the Beast” are March 13, 14 and 15. For more information, contact the Surry Arts Council at 786-7998.
Jan. 6
n An opening reception for the Local Quilters Show will be from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Foothills Arts Council, 129 Church St., Elkin. Talented quilters from across the region will display handmade quilts of all shapes and sizes. The show will be in the main gallery through mid-February. For more information, call 835-2025 or visit www.foothillsartcouncil.org.
Jan. 12
n The Surry County Genealogical Association will meet at 7 p.m. in the Teaching Auditorium at Surry Community College. The speaker will be Joe Hicks who will speak on the History of Rockford that was the county seat. This meeting is free and everyone is invited. For more information, call 786-2545.
Jan. 13
n Fight the winter blues with some creative relaxation. Susan Fulcher presents The Art Café: Food Crafting from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Foothills Arts Council, 129 Church St., Elkin. For $10, shrug off the stresses of the morning and craft something delicious. All materials are included. Call 835-2025 to sign up. Visit the Web site for more information on the upcoming exhibits, workshops, classes, events, and more at www.foothillsartscouncil.org. The gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Jan. 16 and 17
n Don’t miss the Mount Airy premiere of “Mandie and the Secret Tunnel” at the Downtown Cinema Theatre before the film’s national release. One screening will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday for area schoolchildren. Tickets are $6 and include concessions. Two screenings will be held on Saturday at 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. for the general public. Saturday tickets $5 per person. Filmmakers Joy Chapman and Owen Smith will be present at all screenings. For more information, call 786-7998 or visit www.MandieMovies.com.
Jan. 17
n The North Carolina Turkey Calling Contest will take place at the Andy Griffith Playhouse. The contest begins at 9 a.m. and is free to the public. It is sponsored by the N.C. Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Foundation and is a qualifier for the national competition. For entry information, call 374-0241.
n The Carolina Travelers welcome special guests Jamie Laval on the fiddle and Ashley Broder on the mandolin to an evening of bluegrass music. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 or $5 for Surry County residents and Surry Arts Council members. Children 12 and under Free. For more information, contact the Surry Arts Council at 786-7998.
Jan. 26
n The Surry Arts Council presents an eight-week series of classes on the fundamentals of directing. Taught by esteemed director and teacher Ray Collins, the classes will consist of lecture, discussion, critical analysis, readings, group work and rehearsal both inside and outside the class. Scenes from contemporary plays will be cast among the class participants. The class will meet downstairs at the Andy Griffith Playhouse from 7 to 9 p.m. for eight Mondays. Cost is $75 for the entire series. Class size is limited so call now to reserve a space. The Surry Arts Council offers this opportunity to work with a skilled and experienced theatre professional. For more information, contact the SAC at 786-7998.
Feb. 5
n The North Carolina Ballet will present Tchaikovsky’s “Swan Lake” at the Andy Griffith Playhouse at 7:30 p.m. and tickets are $10. This performance is made possible by the support of the cARTwheels program of the North Carolina Arts Council. Contact the Surry Arts Council for tickets at 786-7998.
Feb. 9
n Join the Glenn Miller Orchestra for an evening of gourmet dining, dancing and the best music of the Greatest Generation. The event will be held at Cross Creek Country Club. Tickets are $75 per person. Don’t miss the special evening featuring the classics of big band music, performed by the world famous Glenn Miller Orchestra. Contact the Surry Arts Council for tickets at 786-7998.
Feb. 27 and 28
n Join the Surry Arts Council and Old-Time Music enthusiasts in celebrating Tommy Jarrell and his music during the sixth annual Tommy Jarrell Festival. Featuring renowned old-time musicians Ira Bernstein, Benton Flippen, Willard Gayheart, Richard Bowman, Richard Dotson, Kirk Sutphin and more. The festival includes jam sessions, lectures, music, film, dancing, instrument makers, youth talent and tours of Mount Airy. The Tommy Jarrell Festival commences with a dance on Friday at 7 p.m. at the Andy Griffith Playhouse. Benton Flippen and the Smokey Valley Boys and the Slate Mountain Ramblers play the old-time music that has its roots in Surry County. Wayne Jarrell, Tommy’s son, will be on hand to call the dance. Tickets are $4. Join world-class dancer Ira Bernstein and accompanist Riley Baugus as they lead a free dance workshop on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at the Andy Griffith Playhouse. Youth old-time fiddle, banjo, mandolin, guitar, dance, and vocal categories compete for cash prizes during the Tommy Jarrell Old-Time Youth Music Competition at 4:30 p.m. at the Andy Griffith Playhouse. A special birthday concert will be held at 7 p.m., also at the Andy Griffith Playhouse. Join mentees of Tommy Jarrell as they celebrate Tommy’s birthday and ensure that his music is preserved in his hometown. Kirk Sutphin, Kevin and Trish Fore, Ira Bernstein and Riley Baugus, Slate Mountain Ramblers, Benton Flippen and the Smokey Valley Boys, The Toast String Stretchers, Backstep and others join in the celebration that is hosted by Lew Bode. Tickets for this event are $10. To purchase tickets or for more information on these events, contact the Surry Arts Council at 786-7998.
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