CALENDAR OF EVENTS: May, 2008
Listing information subject to change. Call to confirm date and time.
May 1–Winchester.
6th Annual Apple Pie Baking contest at Marker-Miller Orchards, 3035 Cedar Creek Grade. Contestants must bring all things needed to fix a pie, (utensils, ingredients and 9” pie plate). The winners will ride in the grand parade of the 81st Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival. 540-662-3863.
May 1-4–Lexington.
United States Equestrian Federation “AA” rated Hunter and Jumper horse show, featuring $25,000 Grand Prix on the 3rd. 540-258-2537.
May 1-4–Winchester.
81st Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival featuring car shows, dances, parades, band competitions, circus and more. Also Fire fighters events, and the coronation of the Apple Blossom Queen. 540-662-3863.
May 1-3, 18–Staunton.
The Frontier Culture Museum will host the following events: Yes sir, yes sir, three bags full: Wool Days, at the American and English farms. The museum will shear the sheep using traditional hand shears at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on the 1st-3rd; Shall We Gather: old-time gospel sing in the Bowman House parlor at 2-4 p.m. on the 18th. 540-332-7850.
May 1-31–Harrisonburg.
The Virginia Quilt Museum will feature never before seen Quaker quilts, samplers, clothing, and related items. 540-433-3818.
May 1-31–Harrisonburg.
James Madison University will have a series of rotating centennial displays of their 100 years, at Massanutten Regional Library and JMU locations. 540-568-6211.
May 1-June 25–Waynesboro.
Artisans Center of Virginia presents “Functional Ceramics” by Jan Crowther on the 1st-31st, and National competition–”Transforming the Elements” on the 15th-June 25th. 540-946-3294.
May 2–Harrisonburg.
“First Fridays Free” at the Harrisonburg Children’s Museum. Exhibit areas include art, construction/building, science, and theater. For more information call 540-432-8935.
May 2-4–Natural Bridge.
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park will host the “Gone to the Dogs” weekend. Bring your four footed friend for fun and games. Dress them up and show them off at our first ever doggie pageant. Please remember to pick up after your dog. 540-291-2727.
May 2-4–Verona.
ShenanArts presents “Hank Williams: Lost Highway” at Stage 4 theater. For directions and ticket prices call 540-248-1868.
May 2-24–Buena Vista.
Glen Maury Park events: Bluegrass Jam on the 2nd-3rd; Zerbini Family Circus on the 5th; “Fridays in the Park” with the “Worx” on the 23rd; Glen Maury Park’s pool is open at noon on the 24th. 540-261-7321 or 1-800-555-9945.
May 3, 10–Waynesboro.
Area events to benefit the Wayne Theater: Kentucky Derby party at the home of J.D. and Pat Robb on the 3rd; Take a tour of renowned Tree Street homes and enjoy refreshments at two historic inns on the 10th. Admission fee. 540-943-9999.
May 3-24–Fishersville.
Augusta Expoland events: 42nd Shenandoah Antiques Expo on the 3rd-4th; Ponies of America on the 10th; Performance Motorsport truck and tractor pull on the 24th. 540-337-2557 or 757-483-5385.
May 4-17–Harrisonburg.
Rockingham County Fair Grounds will host the following events: Model train show on the 4th; “Relay For Life”, and Poultry show and sale on the 10th; 4th Annual Old Dominion open Boer goat show on the 16th; Disaster response auction for the Shenandoah District of the Church of the Brethren on the 16th-17th. 540-434-0005.
May 5-11–Virginia.
Tour of Virginia is now in its sixth year, the event is a six-day, seven-stage, Tour de France style race for professional and elite amateur road cyclists. Cyclists from all over the world will be participating in the 500 mile race. For route information visit their web site at: www.tourofvirginia.com.
May 7-8–Staunton.
4-H and FFA Market Animal Show at the Staunton Union Stockyard, New Hope Road and Statler Blvd. One of the longest running and largest livestock shows for youth, east of the Mississippi. 540-886-5131.
May 7-31–Lexington.
Virginia Horse Center events: Bonnie Blue National horse show on the 7th-10th and their pleasure driving show on the 11th; Old-time music jam on the 13th; Shenandoah Blue Ridge Appaloosa Association Lee-Jackson spring fling on the 17th-18th; Virginia International CCI* on the 20th-23rd; Virginia horse trials on the 23rd-25th; Old Dominion Region Pony Clubs games rally on the 30th-June 1st and their jumping rally on the 31st; Speed horse bonanza, and House Mountain horse show on the 31st 540-464-2950.
May 9–Keezletown.
11th Annual Benefit Golf Tournament, at Picksaddle Ridge Golf Club, 3391 Pick Saddle Trail. A fund-raiser for Pleasant View, Inc. that supports people with developmental disabilities. 540-896-8255.
May 10–Middlebrook.
2nd Annual “Old Village Day”, Cherry Grove Road. Traditional crafts and demonstrations. Live music, Civil War encampment, wagon rides, heritage animals, and B-B-Que pork. 540-885-0088.
May 10–Middletown.
13th Annual “Of Ale and History” at Belle Grove Plantation. Celebrate our German and English heritage by tasting more than 35 specialty micro-brewed and imported beers. Food and music. 540-869-2028.
May 10–Luray.
4th Annual Festival of Spring Celebration, that spreads over East and West Main Street. 540-743-5511.
May 11–Edinburg.
Treat your mother to an indoor/outdoor luncheon at Shenandoah Vineyards, complete with wine tasting and tour. Reservations are required. 540-984-8699.
May 11–Front Royal.
45th Annual "Doc's Apple Blossom Meet" all-Hudson car show and flea market at Skyline Caverns, Rte. 340 south of Front Royal, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. -- free admission to the public. (Rain location: Front Royal Fire Hall, 221 N. Commerce Ave.) This is the final event of a 3-day meet for Hudson, Essex and Terraplane enthusiats; see website http://www.hudsonclub.org/images/Docs.pdf . For information phone Jon Battle, 703-392-6870 or e-mail DocsMeet@hudsonclub.org.
May 12–Harrisonburg.
African-American Festival at Lucy Simms Center, 620 Simms Avenue. Food, music, children’s rides, clowns, exhibits, demonstrations, arts and crafts. 540-433-9168.
May 14-18–Gainesboro.
114th National North-South Skirmish at Ft. Shenandoah. Members use authentic firearms. Also spectators are welcome to visit Sutler Row. For more information visit their web site at: www.n-ssa.org.
May 15–Lexington.
Annual Battle of New Market ceremony and full dress parade at Virginia Military Institute’s parade grounds. This event is to honor the cadets that fought and died during the Civil War Battle of New Market. 540-464-7207.
May 16-18–Strasburg.
25th Anniversary “Mayfest” downtown. Beauty pageant on the 12th. Petting zoo, dunking tank, and also visits from Ronald McDonald, Crash Car Dummies, McGruff and the Strasburg Ram on the 16th-20th. Parade on the 19th. 540-465-9197.
May 17–Waynesboro.
3rd Annual Main Street Muscle Car Show. Vendors, music, raffles, and food. Rain date 18th. 540-942-6705.
May 17–Shenandoah Caverns.
“Hallelujah Hoedown” at the Caverns. An afternoon of fellowship with local favorites singing well-known gospel tunes and popular patriotic tribute to America. Reservations requested. 1-888-422-8376.
May 17–Waynesboro.
XtremeFest of the Blue Ridge will be held at Ridgeview Park. 540-942-6735.
May 17-18–New Market.
144th Anniversary of the Battle of New Market. The Battle Reenactment is a unique historic experience in that it takes place on the original 1864 battlefield at the New Market Battlefield State Historical Park. 1-866-515-1864.
May 22–Shenandoah Caverns.
Shenandoah Jubilee Show in Freedom Hall at American Celebration on Parade, starting 2 p.m. Reservations requested. The fee of $22.00 per person includes the two hour concert, admission to the American Celebration on Parade and the Yellow Barn. 1-888-422-8376.
May 22–Staunton.
Shenandoah Harley-Davidson/Buell, 213 Rolling Thunder Lane, will host “Operation Carry the Flame” for their forth year. Motorcycle riders ride across our great nation to honor, remember, and support our POW/MIAs and the brave men and women of the armed forces. For route and information call 540-213-7433.
May 23–Greenville.
Patriotism Day at Riverheads School Complex, Howardsville Road. Patriotic parade, floats, demonstrations, and more. For information call 540-337-2535.
May 23-31–Harrisonburg.
Rockingham County Fair Grounds events: Old Dominion gun show and flea market on the 23th-25th; 25th Annual Memorial Day horse fair and auction on the 26th; KCY yard sale, and the Virginia dairy goat show on the 31st; Nigerian goat show on the 31-June 1st. 540-434-0005.
May 24–Harrisonburg.
“Valley Fest” at Massanutten Resort (rain or shine). Live music, food, crafters and children’s activities. Bring lawn chairs or blanket. NO–pets, outside alcohol, or open beverage containers. 540-434-3862.
May 24-25–Staunton.
42th Annual “Art in the Park” at Gypsy Hill Park. Entertainment, food, children’s activities, art and crafts. 540-885-2028.
May 24-25–Stephens City.
“Newtown Heritage Festival” on Main Street. There will be a variety of activities throughout the day including a parade. Pets are welcome. 540-869-1700.
May 26–Harrisonburg.
6th Annual Herb and Garden Festival at James Madison University. Bring the family to the Edith J. Carrier Arboretum parking lot. Over 30 plus vendors, also artists, and botanicals societies. 540-568-3194.
May 30–Harrisonburg.
4th Annual Spring CWA Cruise-In at the First Church of the Nazarene, 1871 Boyers Road. All special interest vehicles, including big rigs, imports, and motorcycles are welcome. Food, door prizes, and the 1st annual “Model Car Show”. 540-271-1967.
May 31–Front Royal.
Melodies at the Gazebo, downtown. Enjoy the sounds of jazz and instrumental favorites. 540-635-5788.
