Bring the whole family, including pets, to Hull’s drive-in out for a night of good ‘old fashioned fun at Hull’s Drive-in. The movies are “Marmaduke” and “Grown Ups”, they begin at dusk. $6/adults; free for kids.

Warren County Fair at the Fairgrounds, 26 Fairgrounds Road. Live entertainment, animal shows, exhibits, tractor pull, master of the chainsaw, circus, and more. Demolition derby on the 2nd, and the 5th. ATV dirt drag racing on the 6th. Admission fee. 540-635-5827.

Vesper services 7 p.m. every Sunday. A 45 minute service including music and a meditation at CrossRoads, 1921 Heritage Center Way (off Garbers Church Road). 540-438-1275.

Stonewall Brigade band concert at Gypsy Hill Park bandstand at 7:30 p.m. every Monday. Concerts are held regardless of weather. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Children and pets are welcome. 540-332-3835.

Walking Tours sponsored by the Apple Blossom Inn. Tours will be highlighting the colonial times to the present with a costumed historian daily at 10:30 a.m. except Sunday. Hear eyewitness accounts, folklore, and music of the Shenandoah Valley. 540-740-3747.

Community Fair at the Fair Grounds, 18142 Crab Run Road. Food, live music, rides, exhibits. Admission fee $1.00. For directions call 540-852-3233.

“Praise in the Park” at the Gypsy Hill Park Gazebo. Every Tuesday at 7 p.m. there will be a mix of Christian music, including southern gospel, country, bluegrass, and Christian rock. 540-332-3865.

Did you ever want to explore, discover, uncover, or simply learn about Virginia’s fascinating past? Come to a meeting of the Massanutten Chapter of the Archeological Society of Virginia at Arey Hall of Bridgewater Municipal Building, 201 Green Street. There will be a lecture, or sometimes a workshop. Topics vary and cover a variety of subjects. 540-564-0635.

Mountain Cluster Dog Show at the Civic Center. 540-375-3004.

Bluegrass in the Park, every Wednesday night at Gypsy Hill Park bandstand. “Moron Brothers” on the 4th; “Bluegrass Brothers” on the 11th; “U.S. Navy Bluegrass”, and “Country Current” on the 18th; “Iam Brothers”, and “In the Tradition” on the 25th. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for this free concert. 540-332-3945.

Whether we are celebrating Mardi Gras, Saint Patrick’s Day or your birthday, we are upbeat and entertaining. Join the Mill Street Grill, 1 Mill Street, every Wednesday for some good jazz music. Different musicians each week. 540-886-0656.

Virginia Horse Center events: Eastern Arabian Championship on the 4th-8th; Old Time Music Jam on the 10th; Lexington National Horse Show “AA” on the 11th-15th; National Barrel Horse Association Colonial National on the 19th-22th; SBRAA Appaloosa Lee-Jackson Classic, and the Virginia Starter Horse Trials on the 28th-29th. 540-464-2950.

Looking for a little lunch music, come to the Staunton Library, 1 Churchville Avenue. At noon in the Meeting Room enjoy the “Last Minute Band”, playing folk, county, and bluegrass. 540-885-6215.

Caverns Shrine Club presents their 6th Annual Bluegrass Music Festival at Page Valley Fairgrounds, rain or shine. Performers include “Michelle Nixon and Drive” (hosts of the festival), “Bill Yates and the “Country Gentlemen”, “Virginia Ramblers”, “Little Mountain Boys”, “Lonesome Highway”, to name a few. 540-778-3895.

VFD Annual Carnival at the Town Park. A great opportunity to come out and enjoy evenings of games, food, entertainment, and a parade on the 5th. 540-984-8318.

“Shakin’ at the Station” concerts will be held Thursday nights in the Wharf parking lot. “Hackens Boys” on the 5th; “Soul Shaker” on the 12th; “Southern Company” on the 19th; “Worx” on the 26th. 540-332-3867.

“Jazz in the Park” is held at the bandstand in Gypsy Hill Park on Thursdays starting at 8 p.m. Featuring “Landon Spradlin Blues Band” on the 5th; “Butterbean Jazz Quarter” on the 12th; Robert Jospe and “Inner Power Trio” on the 19th; “Dixie Power Trio” on the 26th. 540-337-6944.

Oak Grove Folk Music Festival located 2.1 miles west of Verona on Rt. 612, Quicks Mill Road. The festival has been the outstanding value for the young and old alike. This year’s headliners are Dale Jett, “Cousins”, “The Judy Chops”, “Honey Dewdrops”, Missy Raines and “New Hip”. Special Guests are Eli Cook on the 6th, Robin and Linda Williams on the 7th, and Verlon Thompson on the 8th. Gospel sing and jam session at 10:30 a.m. on the 8th. The food concession stands range from hot dogs to vegetarian. Parkin’ lot pickin’ and picknic’n’ any time. Admission fee. 540-885-3000 or www.oakgrovefestival.com.

“Fridays on the Square” at Court Square, downtown. A free concert (7-9 p.m.) or a film starting at dusk, every Friday. Films–“Sandlot” on the 6th, and “Up” on the 20th. Concerts–Eric Brace and “Last Train Home” on the 13th, and “Everyday People” on the 27th. 540-432-8922.

Join us at Shenandoah Harley-Davidson/Buell located at 213 Rolling Thunder Lane, for “Ms. SHD and Last Band Standing”. Two hot competitions simultaneously. Dealership will open at 9 a.m., vendors will open at 11:00 a.m. Fun and music will start around 1:00 p.m. Local ladies from the area will be judged in club wear, biker wear and bathing suits! Shenandoah Harley-Davidson partnered with local rock radio station 98.5 to host a final showdown for 6 local music groups, all performing sets during the MS SHD Contest. One set of judges decide who will be the “Last Band Standing” and MS. SHD for 2011. Plenty of food, cold beverages, attractions and vendors will be available. This event is FREE to attend and will run from approximately 1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. 540-213-8021.

“Mountain Mama” Road Bike Challenge will start at the Highland County Recreation Commission parking lot, and the “Earth Roast” will be held at the Mill Gap Ruritan Grounds. This event is a fund-raiser. 540-468-2552.

Augusta Expoland events: Augusta County Fair Pageant on the 7th; Brawley Fights on the 21st; Show Master Gun Show on the 28th-29th. 540-337-2552.

Theater at Lime Kiln presents “B. Smith does Lee Smith” on the 7th; “Seldom Scene’” on the 29th. For times and ticket prices call 540-463-7088.

Clarke County Fair at the Ruritan Fairgrounds (860 West Main Street). Old fashioned country fair with lots of modern activities. A demolition derby on the 8th and 14th. Bull riding and a rodeo on the 13th. Also carnival rides, animal shows, animal beauty contests, music and other entertainment. There will be a variety of sales, pig/rabbit scrambles, fresh produce displays, competitions, and chicken/beef bar-b-que dinners. Admission fee. 540-955-2530.

75th Annual Old Fiddler’s Convention at Felts Park. Competition schedule: Fiddler’s youth competition on the 9th; Old time fiddle, mandolin and dobro on the 10th; Bluegrass fiddle/banjo, and dulcimer on the 11th; Clawhammer banjo, autoharp and guitar on the 12th; Old time band and bluegrass band competitions on the 13th; Bluegrass band and old time band competitions on the 14th. 276-236-8541.

Augusta County Fair at Augusta Expoland (I-64, Exit 91). Featuring fast action motorcross racing, demolition derby, and the Great American disc dog show. Also pig racing, rides, magic show, gospel bands, contests, and much more. Fireworks on the 10th. 540-245-5627.

“Funfest” hosted by the Harrisonburg-Rockingham SPCA, will be held at the lot across from the Daily News-Record on Liberty Street from 5:30-8 p.m. Featuring “Hackens Boys” on the 11th and “Standing Room Only” on the 25th. 540-434-5270.

Tribute Quartet presents a Gospel concert at Wayne Hills Baptist Church, 877 Ladd Road, starting at 7 p.m. Freewill offering. Call 540-943-2237 or 540-490-0512 for more information.

Greenwood Volunteer Fire and Rescue Co. 809 Greenwood Road, will be having a yard party, auction, and a cruise-in. Call 540-667-9417 for more details.

“Family Flix” offers family oriented movies at the bandstand in Gypsy Hill Park. “G-Force”. Shenandoah Pizza will provide food for purchase. Pets welcome and no admission fee. 540-332-3945.

Shenandoah Valley Music Festival presents Mary Chapin Carpenter on the 13th; “The Saw Doctors” on the 14th. 540-459-3396.

6th Annual Yard Crawl, all along the infamous Route 11. The event will feature our historic towns New Market, Mt. Jackson, Edinburg, Woodstock, Strasburg, Middle-town, Stephens City and include businesses, sidewalk sales, yard sales, antiques, food, and much more along the designated scenic byway. For more information call 540-459-6227.

132th Anniversary of the Luray Caverns discovery. Admission fee. 540-743-6551.

Rockingham County Fairgrounds will host the County Fair. This is an old-fashioned agricultural fair with parades, animals, circus, food, and a lot more. Also Motorcross on the 16th; Demolition Derby on the 20th. 540-434-0005.

Join us in paying tribute on this 10th Annual Commemorative Motorcycle Ride in Remembrance of those who served, protected, lost their lives, and to the volunteers from September 11, 2001. The America’s 9-11 foundation actively supports those who put their lives on the line for each of us every day. 540-213-7433.

13th Annual Staunton Music Festival. Continuing a tradition, SMF opens “Summer Sounds” with a night of works by central European composers, beginning with Strauss’ waltz that gives the concert its name. The concerts will be held a various locations. For more information call 540-569-0267.

“On the River Fest”, at the VFW event grounds, 1847 N. Royal Ave. Local music, great food, demonstrations, fun activities for the kids and more! Environmental education opportunities will be provided by the Friends of the Shenandoah. Local vendors, prizes, and Virginia products. Free canoe trips provided by Front Royal Canoe & Downriver Canoe Company with passenger shuttles from VFW to Front Royal Landing. Sorry, no pets are allowed at the festival. www.canoecapital.org.

The Frontier Culture Museum will host the “Shenandoah Valley Bluesfest”. Featuring Brian Elijah Smith & the Wild Hearts, The Nicholson Brothers, Lascivious Deacons, The Judy Chops,    Karl Stoll and Friends, Lisa Miller and the All Stars, Elana Brody, Bad Luck Blues Band, Pure Blind Luck, Proffitt and Sandidge, and JD & The Shen-andoahs. Special guest, The Bruce Katz Band. Admission fee. 540-332-7850.

Smell and taste the tantalizing aromas of barbecue pork, barbecue chicken & barbecue ribs from 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. at Skyland Resort, Shenandoah National Park-milepost 41.7 or 42.5 on Skyland Drive. Our culinary team will have some delectable foods on hand which are sure to please your palette. And August is “National S’mores Month” so we’ll have S’mores galore for kids of all ages to make. Entertainment, food and activities. Pets welcome. 1-800-778-7852.

Come and celebrate Jacob Bushong’s 219th birthday at the New Market Battlefield State Historical Park. There will be costumed people, hand-cranked ice cream, games, food, and more. 540-740-310.

Enjoy a week at the Page County Fair, 15 Fairlane Drive. Shows, entertainment,  rides, livestock, food, games, and a lot more. Auto thrill show on the 23th, demolition derby on the 27th, and a  motocross event on the 28th. 540-843-3247.

Join us at the Town Hall, 426 First Street, from 6-9 p.m. for our annual “Cruise-In”. There will be music, food, and lots of fun. 540-742-1141.

93rd Annual Shenandoah County Fair at the Fairgrounds, 300 Fairgrounds Road. There will be camel rides, harness racing, petting zoo, contests, truck/tractor pull and lots more. 540-459-3867 or shencofair.com.

Rockbridge Community Festival on Main Street. The downtown streets are turned into an arts and crafts festival. Featuring food, live musical entertainment, children’s activities, and fun for all from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 540-463-5375.

“Salsa Fest” at Court Square Autopark Roof, 2 N. Cameron Street. Live salsa music, best salsa tasting contest, and “salsa with the stars” dance competition, from 5-10 p.m. Admission fee. 540-662-4946.

10th Annual Charity Fun Drive Truck Driving Championship at Lee-Hi Travel Plaza.

Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Professional Truck Drivers Association. See drivers from across the country compete for great prizes, with proceeds benefiting the “Make A Wish Foundation”. 540-463-3478.