BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Martinsville Tourism - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.visitmartinsville.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Martinsville Tourism REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T180000 DTSTAMP:20251219T230912 CREATED:20241231T163731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T145406Z UID:10001433-1759424400-1759428000@www.visitmartinsville.com SUMMARY:Books and Brews DESCRIPTION:Grab a brew and talk about books at this book club hosted by the Martinsville Library staff\, held at Scuffle Hill Brewing Company monthly on first Thursdays.  URL:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/event/books-and-brews-2/2025-10-02/ LOCATION:Scuffle Hill Brewing Company\, 2620 Virginia Avenue\, Collinsville\, VA\, 24078\, United States CATEGORIES:General,Free Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Books-Brews.png ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Ridge Regional Library":MAILTO:martinsville@brrl.lib.va.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T113000 DTSTAMP:20251219T230912 CREATED:20240712T202025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T185310Z UID:10000476-1759572000-1759577400@www.visitmartinsville.com SUMMARY:Storytime at Spencer-Penn Centre DESCRIPTION:This monthly program will include special readers\, crafts\, and other fun activities. Come out and join us for this free program\, fit for all ages! No registration needed. January – Let’s Build It February – I Love My Smile March – 1 Fish\, 2 Fish\, Red Fish\, Blue Fish April – Spring is Calling May – Watch Me Bloom June – Following Footsteps July – You\, Me\, and My Teddy Make Three August – Under the Apple Tree September – Down on the Farm October – Pumpkin Faces November – Thanks for Thanksgiving December – Sugar Plum Wishes & Candy Cane Kissses URL:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/event/storytime-at-spencer-penn-centre/2025-10-04/ LOCATION:Spencer-Penn Centre\, 475 Spencer-Penn Road\, P.O. Box 506\, Spencer\, VA\, 24165\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Free Event,Children's Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Exterior_2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Spencer-Penn Centre":MAILTO:spencerpenn04@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T140000 DTSTAMP:20251219T230912 CREATED:20250915T205822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T205853Z UID:10002879-1759575600-1759586400@www.visitmartinsville.com SUMMARY:Rooted in Martinsville Tree Festival DESCRIPTION:Join local partner organizations at the Virginia Museum of Natural History for the Rooted in Martinsville Tree Festival on October 4\, 2025. The festival will include free admission to VMNH (from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM)\, education stations\, and a free tree giveaway for city residents.  \nEnjoy:  \n\nFree admission to the Virginia Museum of Natural History from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM\nMagic Trees Show by Fairy Stone State Park Rangers at 12:30 PM\nEducation Stations and Museum Specimens\nFree Tree Giveaway for City of Martinsville Residents! \n\n\nIn partnership with the Martinsville City Tree Board\, Fairy Stone State Park Rangers\, Friends of Fairy Stone State Park\, Southwestern Piedmont Virginia Master Naturalists\, Phillpott Lake Rangers\, Virginia Department of Forestry\, and the Virginia Museum of Natural History.  URL:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/event/rooted-in-martinsville-tree-festival/ LOCATION:Virginia Museum of Natural History\, 21 Starling Avenue\, Martinsville\, VA\, 24112\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Outdoors ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Rooted-in-Martinsville.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T100000 DTSTAMP:20251219T230912 CREATED:20250121T170938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T170938Z UID:10001285-1760173200-1760176800@www.visitmartinsville.com SUMMARY:A Walk in the Park\, Hosted by All Vets DESCRIPTION:All Vets have a mission to Honor the Fallen and Strengthen the Living. Mark your calendars for a Walk in the Park on the second Saturday of every month at 9 AM. This is not just a one-time event but a recurring monthly community get-together where we inspire each other to walk and get active at our own pace!\n \nTo sweeten the deal\, we encourage everyone to see an All Vets rep at their first walk and grab a “Frequent Walker Card!” Every third walk you attend\, you will receive a gift. Each month you attend\, remember to have your card punched so that you can get your gift every third month.\n \nWhether you walk a little or a lot\, fast or slow\, we hope you will join us for A Walk in the Park. It’s free to attend\, and please share with your community! URL:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/event/a-walk-in-the-park-hosted-by-all-vets/2025-10-11/ LOCATION:Jack Dalton Park\, 130 Jack Dalton Road\, Collinsville\, VA\, 24078\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Walks/Runs,Health & Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/A-Walk-in-the-Park.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="All Vets":MAILTO:allvets.va@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T120000 DTSTAMP:20251219T230912 CREATED:20250915T143149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T143149Z UID:10002878-1760437800-1760443200@www.visitmartinsville.com SUMMARY:Beekeeping 101 with Jay Hudson DESCRIPTION:Jay Hudson is a third generation beekeeper with 16 years of experience in beekeeping. In this presentation\, Jay will review a brief history of the art of beekeeping\, the importance of honeybees in our ecosystem\, the roles of bees within the colony\, the components of a beehive\, and the challenges beekeepers face today. The mountains in both Henry and Patrick Counties are part of a unique honey production region and there will be a couple of varieties of honey from this area for tasting! This program\, which is free and open to the public\, will be Tuesday\, October 14 at 10:30am and will be held in the Susan L. Adkins Memorial Meeting Room. URL:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/event/beekeeping-101-with-jay-hudson/ LOCATION:Bassett Historical Center\, 3964 Fairystone Park Hwy\, Bassett\, VA\, 24055\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/BHC_Beekeeping-101-e1757946696773.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bassett Historical Center":MAILTO:bhcenter3964@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T190000 DTSTAMP:20251219T230912 CREATED:20250527T161924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T162018Z UID:10002685-1760799600-1760814000@www.visitmartinsville.com SUMMARY:Bassett Hwy 57 Cruise-In DESCRIPTION:Join us on the 3rd Saturday of each month from May through October for the Bassett Hwy 57 Cruise-In! Each event features live entertainment\, special themes\, and great giveaways. Mark your calendars and bring the whole family for an unforgettable time! \n2025 EVENT DATES & THEMES:  \nJune 21st – 1st Responder Night & Back the Red Ride \n\nSpecial Tribute to First Responders\nB99.9 DJing\n \n\nJuly 19th – Patriot Night \n\nCelebrate America with a Patriotic Theme\nLive Music: Andy Burnette Show\n \n\nAugust 16th – Back to School Night \n\nFamily Fun to Kick Off the School Year\nB99.9 DJing\n \n\nSeptember 20th – Back the Blue Ride & Cruise-In Event \n\nSupport Law Enforcement with the Back the Blue Ride\nSpecial Fundraiser for Local Benevolence Funds\n \n\nOctober 18th – Race Night & Trunk or Treat Event \n\nLive Band: 220 South\nFun Trunk or Treat Activities for the Kids\n\n  \nEvent Rules: To ensure a fun and safe environment for all attendees\, please follow these guidelines.  \nNO PETS\nNO TENTS\nNO ALCOHOL\nNO COOLERS\nNO BURN OUTS\nNO LOUD MUSIC\nNO GOLF CARTS\nNO ATVs\nNO UTVs \nAdditional Information:\n– Designated Parking Areas will be provided for Cruise-In participants.\n– Parking is first come\, first served (No reserving of spaces).\n– $100 Cash Door Prize awarded by random draw at each event.\n  \nCome cruise with us and enjoy classic cars\, live entertainment\, and community fun! URL:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/event/bassett-hwy-57-cruise-in/2025-10-18/ LOCATION:Bassett Furniture World Headquarters\, 3525 Fairystone Park Hwy\, Bassett\, VA\, 24055\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Car Shows ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BassettCruiseIn-10-Edited.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T193000 DTSTAMP:20251219T230912 CREATED:20250716T134107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T134107Z UID:10002799-1761327000-1761334200@www.visitmartinsville.com SUMMARY:Exhibit Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:Join Piedmont Arts for an opening reception in honor of its new exhibits. A gallery talk will be held at 6:15 p.m. Complimentary refreshments will be served. \nExhibits on view: \n– Peace Post: Portraits of Peace\n– Legible Earth: The Fire Tapestries\n– Paintings by Donald Towns\n– Inspired Creations by Lynwood Artists \nThis event is free and open to the public. Please RSVP with the number and names of the attendees in your party by Wednesday\, Oct. 22. \nSponsored by Helen S. and Charles G. Patterson Jr. Charitable Foundation Trust\, Sovah Health and What’s Your Sign. URL:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/event/exhibit-opening-reception/ LOCATION:Piedmont Arts\, 215 Starling Avenue\, Martinsville\, VA\, 24112\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Free Event,Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/DSC09718.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR