PAA Preschool Programs

Tuesday, October 5, 2010:

The ZipZapZop Theatre Company from Carlisle school presents a special performance about autumn and “little readers” to coincide with PAA’s Big Read.

Tuesday, November 16, 2010:

The ZipZapZop Theatre Company from Carlisle school presents a spirited performance about quilts, to go along with PAA’s bi-annual quilt exhibit.

Wednesday, December 15, 2010:

The Bassett High School advanced choir, under the direction of Cheryl Hobbs, will sing a selection of holiday tunes just for children!

Wednesday,February 16, 2011:

The Richmond Ballet’s Minds in Motion Team XXL will perform a “mini performance” and demonstration of the 2011 Minds In Motion program “Dancing towards a Brand New Bay”

Thursday, March 24, 2011:

Martinsville High School Jazz Band plays big band hits and jazz in the galleries!

Tuesday, May 3, 2011:

The ZipZapZop Theatre Company from Carlisle school presents a heart warming performance about mothers in honor of Mother’s Day.



Remember, the programs will fill up quickly, so contact me at 276-632-3221 x 34 or email hpinkston@piedmontarts.org to reserve your space today!

Martinsville Library Story Times start Sept. 14th

Tuesdays 9:30 (2-3 yr olds)

Tuesdays 10:30 (4-5 yr olds)

FREE

For more information call 403-5430

Sept. 24th Screen on the Green

The Martinsville Henry County Community Nature Initiative, through the Virginia Museum of Natural History, along with Martinsville Parks and Recreation, is hosting "Screen on the Green" on Friday, September 24 beginning at 8 p.m. "Screen on the Green" is a monthly event that features hands-on activities before the screening of a family-oriented movie. This month's screening, "Happy Feet" will take place at Hooker Field in Martinsville.

"'Screen on the Green' has become an extremely successful event that encourages community residents to enjoy the outdoors through a peaceful, restful, outdoor setting," said Tamara Poles, nature and outdoor education manager at the museum.

The September "Screen on the Green" features many fun activities before the popular, animated film, "Happy Feet". Attendees can take part in face painting, relay races, bubble activities, and more.

There is a minimal fee of $2/person to attend the event.

August Events

Aug. 11th - Midweek Movie @ Forest Hills Presbyterian (FREE)

Aug. 13th - 6:30pm Live Music @ Daily Grind (FREE)
9:00pm Monsters v. Aliens playing @ Jack Dalton Park (FREE)

Aug. 14th - 10am Lowes Build & Grow for kids: Project: Bug Box (FREE)

Aug. 19th - BINGO @ Chick-Fil-A 6pm - 7:30pm (FREE)

Aug. 21st - Wii games & Ice Cream @ Forest Hills Presbyterian 2-4pm (FREE)

Aug. 27th - TGIF 7pm @ Farmer's Market ($5/person, children under 12 are free)

Aug. 28th - 10am Lowes Build & Grow for kids: Project: School Bus (FREE)

1/2 price sale @ community storehouse Aug. 2nd

Starting Aug. 2nd
Mon - Fri. 9am - 5pm, Sat. 9am - 4pm

Located on 220 south in Ridgeway, adjoining the Martinsville Speedway, at the entrance of the Martinsville Industrial Park

Huge Selection of New & Gently Used Items:
Clothing, toys, home decor, appliances, furniture, housewares, books, jewelry, cosmetics, and more!

Hooker Furniture Warehouse Sale Aug. 14th

BEDS
SOFAS
ENTERTAINMENT CENTERS
ARMOIRES
DRESSERS
HOME OFFICE ITEMS
OCCASIONAL TABLES
ACCENT CHAIRS
DINING ROOM
TABLES & CHAIRS
LEATHER ITEMS
SAMPLES
DISCONTINUED
SLIGHTLY DAMAGED
AND MUCH MORE!
WAREHOUSE SALE
August 14, 2010
8:00am - 4:00pm
Hooker Furniture Customer Service Center
8761 A.L. Philpott Highway (Highway 58 E)
Martinsville, VACash only
All sales final
All items are sold AS IS
No children allowed due to safety regulations
No dealers please
Furniture must be picked up during sale hours
FOR MORE INFORMATION: 638-3946
WWW.UNITEDWAYOFHCM.ORG
United Way of Henry County and Martinsville

Vacation Bible School July 12 - 16th

Where: First Presbyterian

When: 9am - 12pm

Theme: High Seas

This VBS is actually put on by several churches that have been doing VBS together for years now. My kids went last year when it was held at Forest Hills Presbyterian and it was wonderful. My kids have asked all year when the next VBS was. It is for ages 3 - 10. You can register the first day of VBS.

Private Kindergarten @ Beaver Hills

Beaver Hills Preschool is under a new owner now (Shelly Slaughter, a former teacher at Rich Acres). She will be teaching a private Kindergarten class. The class size will be no larger than 10 children. The price will be $123 a week, I think she said.

Activities for June 26th - July 2nd

Saturday, June 26th
Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
8-10am @ Collinsville YMCA
$5 a person at the door

Family Fun Floats - Canoe/Kayaking Trip - Smith River
1-4pm For more information & to register call 252-0701

Kids Fun Day
1pm - 3pm at Jamison Mill Park (on Philpott Lake)
Games & Activities for kids of all ages
Kids (15 & under) receive a FREE hot dog, chips & drink. For others $1.00 for meal.
call 276-681-6805 or 540-365-3046 for more info. or www.FriendsOfPhilpott.com

Martinsville Mustangs Game (Domino's Night)
7:05pm @ Hooker Field (vs. Central VA)

Tuesday, June 29th
$1 Movie in Danville (doors open @ 9am, movie starts @ 10am)
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

Wednesday, June 30th
Mid week movie
10am @ Forest Hills Presbyterian(FREE)

Thursday, July 1st
$1 Movie in Danville (doors open @ 9am, movie starts @ 10am)
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

Martinsville Mustangs Game (Patrick County Chamber Night/Thirsty Thursday)
7:05pm @ Hooker Field (vs. Thomasville)

Friday, July 2nd
Friday Afternoon Craft (children ages 5 - 10)
Froggy Face Activity $3 per class
Call HCPR @ 634-4640 to register

Eden Drive-In Movies June 25th - 27th

Eden Drive-In Movies June 25th - 27th
Gates open @ 7pm

First Movie starts @ 9:00pm - Toy Story 3 - G

Second Movie - the Karate Kid - PG

ADMISSION
ADULTS: $5.00
CHILDREN 6-11: $2.00

CHILDREN 5 and UNDER: FREE

FREE Midweek Movies

Every Wednesday @ 10am Forest Hills Presbyterian is showing a kids movie in their common ground chapel.

It is great for kids of all ages.

Refreshments are provided :)

$1 Kid Movies in Danville

Tuesdays & Thursdays (doors open at 9:15, movies start @ 10) *get there early!!!!

Tickets are $1 (small popcorn $1.50 & small drink $1.50)

Movie Schedule:

June 15h & 17th - Open Season 2

June 22nd & 24th - Alvin & the Chipmunks

June 29th & July 1st - Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

July 6th & 8th - Tooth Fairy

July 13th & 15th - Tale of Despereaux

July 20th & 22nd - Horton Hears a Who

July 27th & 29th - Ice Age 2

Activities for June 13th - 19th

Sunday, June 13th
J.A.K.E.S.
Henry County Chapters of the National Wild Turkey Federation and Ducks Unlimited are co-sponsors of this years Taco Bell J.A.K.E.S. / Greenwing events. Seminar topics include archery, shooting wild turkey and game calling tree stand safety: turkey hunt, fishing, trapping and hunting dogs.
ages: 5-17
when: June 13th 8am - 2pm
where: Boxwood Hunt Club in Axton
cost: FREE (lunch for kids included)

Tuesday, June 15th
5:00 - 7:00pm
Grand Opening of Visitor Center Uptown
Refreshments provided

Wed., June 16th
10am - 1pm
Fieldtrip to Locklear Family Farm
Cost: $5 per child, adults are free
e-mail me if you would like to come: timntonya@hotmail.com

Thursday, June 17th
12:00 - 2:00
Lunch on the Lawn - live music and food vendors
Where: uptown on the lawn in front of the old courthouse

Friday, June 18th

Friday Afternoon Crafts
when: 2-2:45pm
where: Henry County Parks and Rec.
Cost: $3 per child

Free Movie & Jack Dalton Park
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
9pm

Saturday, June 19th
Beauty & the Beast Play
Where: PHCC
When: 2-4pm
Cost: $12 adults, $8 children

Eden Drive-In Movies June 11th - 13th

Eden Drive-In Movies June 11th - 13th
Gates open @ 7pm

First Movie starts @ 9:00pm - the Karate Kid - PG

Second Movie - Killers - PG-13

ADMISSION
ADULTS: $5.00
CHILDREN 6-11: $2.00

CHILDREN 5 and UNDER: FREE

Eden Drive-In Movies June 4th - 6th

Gates open @ 7pm

First Movie starts @ 9:00pm - Shrek: The Final Chapter - PG

Second Movie - Killers - PG-13

ADMISSION
ADULTS: $5.00
CHILDREN 6-11: $2.00

CHILDREN 5 and UNDER: FREE

Summer Reading @ the Library

Monday, June 7th - Registration begins for the summer reading program

School Age Programs: Tuesdays 9:30/10:30

June 22 - Hooked on Camping

June 25 (Fri.) - Kick-Off @ Bassett High School 10:30 (Guests: Fish Magish)

July 29 - No Program

July 6 - Hooked on Oceans

July 13 - Hooked on Gardening

July 20 - Hooked on Fun

July 27 - Finale (prize books & certificates) you must have been registered for the summer reading program to earn prizes

Activities for June 7th - 12th

Monday, June 7th
Registration for Summer Reading Program begins (children must be registered to earn prize books)

Wed., June 9th
10:00am Free showing of Veggie Tales movie @ Common Ground Chapel (Forest Hills Presbyterian Church) Snacks provided:)

Saturday, June 12th
10am - 3pm Family Fun Festival @ Frank Wilson Park FREE!!!!!!!!!!!!

7pm CD release party for local AWESOME band, Admit One @ Common Ground Chapel (Forest Hills Presbyterian Church)

Activities for June1st-5th

Tuesday, June 1st

Daily Grind Coffee Shop opens under new owners....wonderful people, and personal friends of mine:) Good Luck!!!! There are a lot of changes about to happen to make it more family friendly. (I can't wait!)

Friday, June 4th

5-7pm Open House @ Visitor Center & Art Walk

Strawberry Picking @ Tucker's Farm

Tucker's Farm on 220 (Toward Greensboro)
Open Mon.-Sat. 8am - 6pm, and some Sundays
(336) 613-6745
tuckersfarmnc.com
$8 a basket

May 22nd Mercy Me Concert & Children's Activities in Danville

Saturday, May 22nd (Carrington Pavilion in Danville)

Planned Schedule: Times may change

9:00 am – Kids 1 Mile Fun Run begins

9:30 am – Bridge to Bridge 5 K Fun Run begins

1:00 pm – “Barefoot Mile” begins at Danville Park

12:00 to 5:00 pm – Mission Expo held in the Community Room at the Community Market.

2:00 to 5:00 pm – Family fun activities including:

Inflatables

* Dalmatian Bouncer
* Monster Slide
* Pirate Ship Combo
* Animal Balloon Puppets by Ella Wickam

Carnival foods

* Sno-Cone Machines
* Popcorn Machine

Games

* Plinko
* Mini-basketball
* Spill the Milk
* Frog Hop
* mini golf
* others with prizes

Entertainment (Located in Pepsi Center)

* 2pm – Ventriloquist & Puppets by Rita and Bobby Shivley
* 3pm – Gospel Music by Ken Horn
* 4pm – Henry Fork Service Center Choir

* There’s something for everybody.

6:30 – Statement in concert at Carrington Pavilion. Statement is a Christian Bluegrass band from Floyd, Virginia.

7:15 – Henry Fork Service Center Children’s Choir takes the stage at Carrington Pavilion.

7:30 – Mercy Me in concert at Carrington Pavilion.

TBA – Concert ends the day’s activities. Remember to join us for worship services Sunday morning.

Carrington Pavillion
629 Craghead Street
Danville, VA 24541-1503

Get Directions
(434) 797-8961
* approximate times
danville-va.gov

Eden Drive-In Movies May 14th - 16th

Gates open @ 7pm

First Movie starts @ 8:30pm - How to Train Your Dragon - PG

Second Movie - Iron Man 2 - PG-13

ADMISSION
ADULTS: $5.00
CHILDREN 6-11: $2.00

CHILDREN 5 and UNDER: FREE

Kids Day June 26th

Where: Jamison Mill Park (on Philpott Lake)

June 26th 1 - 3pm

Games & Activities for kids of all ages (Kids 15 & under receive a FREE hot dog, chips, & drink)

Call 276-681-6805 or 540-365-3046

Directions: From Henry, route 605, cross railroad tracks, go approximately 3 1/2 miles. Turn left on Nicholas Creek road route 778, continue for approximately 2 miles to stop sign. Turn left and enter Jamison Mill.

Sponsored by: Friends of Philpott www.FriendsOfPhilpott.com

Little Friends Preschool Yard Sale

Saturday, May 29th 8am - 1pm

Where: Fieldale United Methodist Parking Lot

Hot Dogs and Drinks for sale

Saturday, May 15th Fieldale Heritage Festival

2010 Fieldale Heritage Festival Features:

Coninentals The 2010 event is on tap for Saturday, May 15th. But the action really begins on Friday evening as the 2nd North Carolina Regiment of the Continental Line makes camp in the lower ballfield near the Iron Bridge Memorial. This group is made up of members from 8 different states and are well known for their Revolutionary War reincampments. Following this event they will participate in the Battle of Guilford Courthouse memorial event. The Continental Line, Inc. was incorporated in 1995 as a not-for-profit organization in the state of Pennsylvania and is a educational organization of recreated units representing the Continental Army, the Continental Artillery, the Continental Marines, the State Navies, the various colonial militias, and units in the service of the French King during the American Revolution.

Music is an all day theme of this years festival. Frank Gribble will perform from 1 until 2 PM. More info to follow.

Montana YoungDean Smith and Montana Young will be featured from 10 AM until 2 PM. Montana Young, who lives east of the Crooked Road in southwest Virginia, is one of the new faces in Bluegrass. She's only 12 years or so old and has already apprenticed with Buddy Pendleton, who played with Bill Monroe and Joan Baez. She's also performed with Wayne Henderson and Aubrey Haney. Pictured here is her recently released CD, "Fiddlin' Up a Storm,". More info here.

Dean SmithDean Smith launched the Southwestern Virginia Chapter of the Acoustic Roadshow, a sister affiliate to the mainframe Acoustic Roadshow, with the added intent of bringing musicians from other localities together to learn and grow. January 2006 brought a new window of opportunity to Dean as he picked up bag and baggage (as well as a few guitar cases) and moved to Ferrum Virginia. Though he still returns to his native Pennsylvania for performances and other creative projects, he is active in solo, duo and group performances throughout SW Virginia. Dean offers group as well as individual instruction in guitar, bass, mandolin, banjo and violin at Woodall's Music in Martinsville, Downtown Music and the YMCA in Rocky Mount VA. More info here.

Mike MitchellMike Mitchell, who started the School of Music in Floyd, VA, will be on hand from 4 until 5 PM. Mike Mitchell began playing the violin at the age of five and received his education at the Western Conservatory of Music in Ontario, Canada, . His passion for music led him to a string performance major at Youngstown State University. He followed this training with 10 years of national touring with rock and acoustic ensembles. Mike now performs with the acclaimed mountain music group, Blue Moonshine, and Floyd Time. He lives in Floyd, VA with his wife and two children. More info here.

As always historic displays play a big part in the Fieldale Heritage Festival. This year there will be 35-40 tables of material on display. Also the perennially popular antique cars will be featured as well as petting animals for the kids. Lots of food and drink will be available and restroom facilities will be nearby.

Mommy & Me @ Education Station

May 19th 12:00

At Mommy & Me they provide lunch for both mother and child. They also do a craft with the children while the moms have a presentation or discussion time. It is a lot of fun. It is usually always the third Wednesday of the month.

Saturday Morning Kids Crafts @ Education Station

May 1st & May 22nd

10:30am - 12:00pm

Eden Drive-In Movies April 30th - May 2nd

Gates open @ 7pm

First Movie starts @ 8pm - Alice in Wonderland PG

Second Movie - The Last Song PG-13

ADMISSION
ADULTS: $5.00
CHILDREN 6-11: $2.00

CHILDREN 5 and UNDER: FREE

June 26th is the Great American Backyard Campout

Follow the link below to find out more information about this fun annual event.

http://online.nwf.org/site/PageNavigator/gabc_details_landing

Free Concert - Echoing Angels & Admit One

FREE, FREE, FREE!!!!!!!!

Friday, May 7th 7pm @ Forest Hills Presbyterian Church (725 Beechnut Lane, Martinsville)

This should be a really awesome night of live Christian pop/rock music. My sister-in-law and brother-in-law are in the band, Admit One, that is opening for Echoing Angels, so I know it's going to ROCK!

More Lowes Build & Grow Dates

FREE!!!!!!!

Saturday, May 8th @ 10:00am - Building Project: Trellis

Saturday, May 22nd @ 10:00am - Building Project: Catapult

Saturday, May 29th @ 10:00am - Building Project: Race Car

June, 12th & 26th
July 10th & 24th
August 14th & 28th
Sept. 11th & 25th
Oct. 9th & 23rd
Nov. 13th & 20th
Dec. 4th, 11th, &

From project basics to giving your child the opportunity to say, "I built it!", our Build and Grow kid's clinics are a great way to help build confidence! Bring the kids into any Lowe's store and build a FREE wooden project. Each participant also receives a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch, and a certification of merit upon completion of their project.

Saturday Morning Lowes Build and Grow

Lowes Build and Grow events are FREE!

April 24th - building project: Bird Feeder 10am - 11am

May 1st - building project: School House 10am - 11am

From project basics to giving your child the opportunity to say, "I built it!", our Build and Grow kid's clinics are a great way to help build confidence! Bring the kids into any Lowe's store and build a FREE wooden project. Each participant also receives a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch, and a certification of merit upon completion of their project.

Saturday Morning Crafts

Where: Education Station in the Mall

When: April 24th, May 1st, May 22nd

10:30 - 12pm

Eden Drive-In Movies April 16th - 18th

Gates open @ 7pm. First movie starts @ 8pm.
Admission: $5 for adults, $2 for children 6-11, Free for children under 6
First Movie: Why Did I Get Married Too? PG 13
Second Movie: Clash of the Titans PG 13

April 19th Earth Day Event

Earth Day Earth Craft
Studio 107
5:30 - 6:30pm FREE
This event is for children Pre-K to K accompanied by a parent.
Learn how to make an environmentally friendly deer deterrent wind chime and learn what makes them so special.

April 20th Earth Day Events

Tuesday Morning Strolls
Meet @ Martinsville Parks and Recreation Office
9am - 10am FREE for all ages
Learn about nature & Lake Lanier while you walk.

Earth Day Presentation
Henry County Administration Bldg, main boardroom
1 - 3pm. FREE for all ages
Learn how to help the environment through green practices during this interactive presentation.

Hike and Craft
Philpott Dam Overlook
5 - 6pm FREE for all ages
Collect materials for a craft during a brief hike at Philpott Lake. Learn what you can use from your own yard to make great crafts. Light refreshments will be provided.

April 21st Earth Day Event

Natural Art
Frank Wilson Park, Stone Shelter
5:30 to 7pm Ages 4 and up $5
Register by April 16th 634-4185 or discover@vmnh.virginia.gov
Create natural art @ Frank Wilson Park

April 23rd Earth Day Event

Screen on the Green
Frank Wilson Park
Games and activities start at 7pm; movie starts at 8pm FREE for all ages
Bring your family to the park for an outdoor, box office movie. There will be food, drinks, and games.

April 24th Earth Day Events

Earth Day 5K
Registration is 9am, race starts at 10am
Martinsville Parks and Recreation Facility, 746 Indian Trail Rd. 9am - noon
$20 registration

Earth Day Festival
Jack Dalton Park
1 - 4pm FREE for all ages
Great food, games, and prizes

Starry Night
Jack Dalton Park
7:30pm FREE. Ages 10 and up
Find out what's in the night sky. Participants will learn how to navigate around the sky and locate some of the more common objects.

April 18th Earth Day Event

Black Bears of Virginia

Frank Wilson Park, Stone Shelter

7:30 - 8:30pm FREE for all ages

Hands on specimens, informational aids and the 30 minute film, "Seasons of the Bears" will be presented. This includes an informational presentation by a local park ranger.

April 17th Earth Day Event

Friends of Philpott Environmental Expo

Philpott Lake Park Overlook,
1958 Philpott Dam Rd.

1 - 4pm Free for all ages

There will be demonstrations and educational displays by area organizations. Demonstrations include fly tying, Casting for Kids, kayak information and more.

Martinsville Jazz Band playing @ PAA

Thursday, April 15th 9:30am

Saturday, April 17th 4-8pm @ Fontaine Baptist Church

Spring Festival & Concert

4-8 PM
Our Spring Festival and Concert will have something for everyone.
For the adults, we will be hosting a special concert by Pier 19, starting at 6:00 PM. Pier 19 is a contemporary Christian band, specializing in a great blend of well-known worship songs and originals. Their sound ranges from a traditional slow worship style to ”the pop or up-beat rockin’ tune”. They have recently released their first album, “Through the Sound.”

For the kids, we will feature various activities and crafts including face painting, a cupcake walk, balloons and a giant bounce house!
For everyone, we will be grilling hot dogs and serving cold drinks.
Come and join us on April 17th for our Spring Festival and Concert!

For more info: http://www.fontainebaptist.com/

MOPS - Tues., Jan. 12th 6pm

@ Forest Hills Presbyterian Church

Bring a dish (with food in it :) to share!

Dessert and Drinks and Childcare Provided

NEWCOMERS WELCOME!!

My friends and I look forward to this every month. If you have had a rough day, you definitely need to come. It is so relaxing to leave your children in loving, capable hands and have time alone with other women who are in the same stage of life as yourself.

Saturday, Jan. 9th - 9am

Friends of Frank Wilson Park is having a discussion / work day

9am at the log shelter at Frank Wilson park

The work day will consist of beginning to construct a natural playground area

For more information or to let them know you are planning on attending call 403-5140.