Tag: Events

Posted on

BookFest Author Collaborations

Some of the authors who have participated in BookFest have been working together on some interesting new projects:

At The Shops at the Senator’s House, during the authors’ meeting, Tim Bullard, author of Haunted Watauga County, interviewed Doug Butler, author of After Appomattox: NC Civil War Monuments. The interview was published in the Mooresville Tribune and the Morganton News-Herald.

Ginger Collins is putting together some exciting programs for the Alleghany Arts Council. Georgann Eubanks, author of Literary Trails of North Carolina series, will be discussing her newest book Literary Trails of Eastern North Carolina at the Alleghany County Library. Ms. Eubanks had planned to be at November’s BookFest, but was unable to attend. The program will be Saturday, January 18 at 11:00 am.

Next month William L. Andrews, UNC professor and author of The North Carolina Roots of African-American Literature will give a presentation. His program will be Saturday, February 8, at 11:00 am at the Alleghany County Library.

Information on upcoming BookFest events will be coming soon.

Posted on

Fall 2013 Events

There are several community events coming up. We’re glad to be involved in them!

Tonight & Tomorrow – Nov. 1 & 2 – 6:30 pm – The murder mystery dinner theater, The Fourteenth Annual Genealogy Society Meeting and Potluck Supper by Vicky Town presented by Alleghany Community Theatre, will take place at the VFW Hall in Sparta. Proceeds will benefit the Alleghany Historical-Genealogical Society, and the Northwest Regional Library System, to which the Alleghany County Public Library belongs. Tickets are $20 each.

For this event, ISI printed programs, designed flyers, and put together the cast board. (Most of ISI is also volunteering, as club members.)

Tuesday, November 12 – 6 pm – Claire Halsey will give a presentation on ancestry.com & rootsweb.com at the Alleghany County Public Library.  This is a free event, but the Library appreciates advance registration.

Saturday, November 23 – 11 am-2 pm – BookFest in Sparta – Regional authors will be appearing for book signings at downtown shops.  The complete line-up will be announced soon. This is a free event, but the authors & store owners appreciate purchases. ISI is the sponsor of BookFest.

Friday, November 29 – Grand Opening for Sparta Revitalization Committee‘s Christmas Tree Gallery, next door to the Chamber of Commerce. ISI, with other downtown businesses, will have a tree. The Tree Gallery will be on display through Christmas, with free admission. This event is part of the Good Neighbors Choose Local campaign. For GNCL, we printed bumper stickers & tent cards for regional businesses.

Saturday, December 7 – 3 pm & 8 pm & Sunday, December 8 – 3 pm – Christmas with Elvis – Wayne Euliss will perform at the Priser Theatre (22 South Main Street) in downtown Sparta. Tickets are $12 each, with limited seating. To reserve tickets, call 336-372-2039 and leave your name and number. For this event, ISI printed designed and printed table tents and tickets and designed flyers.

If you have an event, need marketing materials, or want help with project branding, contact ISI.

Posted on

BookFest – Downtown Sparta – June 29

Be sure to come to town Saturday, June 29!

From 3 to 5 in the afternoon, regional authors will be appearing for book signings at downtown shops. Preceding the event, from 2 to 3, Becca’s Backwoods will host a Young Writers’ Workshop.

At 5:30, Friends of the Alleghany Public Library will hold a reception at the library.

BookFest details will be added here and on the BookFest facebook page.

Books are great gifts (and re-gifts!), especially those that feature our region’s rich history, art and culture!

Libby Bagby
Lucky’s Plott
Sparta United Methodist Women
Faith, Food, and Fellowship
Books N Friends:
Kay Bodeen
Pat Crisp, Like a Moth to the Flame
Karen Hall
Building the Blue Ridge Parkway
Elva Sieg
Celebrating the Underdog by Tom Sieg
Mangum Cater Pottery on Main:
Ginger B. Collins
Writer & Reader
Doug Butler
After Appomattox: NC Civil War Monuments
Jeff Halsey
Star Route Books
Suzanne Mellow-Irwin
and illustrator Zach Hamm
The Stratford Oaks Tales
Touch of Grace:
 JoAn Stout
My Shepherd My Savior
Off to See NC
Twelve Gifts of Christmas
Sam Williams
By This Christmas Moon
Garden Snippets
Wanda Wingler
Only Mary
Una’s Naturals & Vintage:
Jim Akers
One Soldiers Story

Come and join the fun and consider “liking” The Sparta Store for updates on other events and new releases.

Posted on

Upcoming New River Bridal Expo

Imaging Specialists just finished a billboard-style site for The Clubhouse at River Country Estates in Piney Creek. These one-page sites are an affordable way to get your vital information online and are perfect for events.

The weekend of February 24-26, The Clubhouse will be hosting the New River Bridal Expo:

Guests of the Expo will receive 3-days of pampering, parties and planning and will enjoy…

  • Heavy Hors D’oeurves & Wine
  • Bridal Brunch & Wine Tasting
  • His & Hers Bridal Fashion Show
  • Dinner “Cancun en Junio Fiesta en la playa”
  • Music & Dancing
  • Movies in the Theater
  • Country Charm Breakfast
  • Goody Bag
  • Venue Tour & Transportation
  • Use of all clubhouse amenities throughout the weekend including: Business Center, Theater, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Sauna, Steam Room, Tennis Courts, Basketball Courts, Playground, and Common Areas with Picnic Areas & Hiking Trails that access the New River

Several exhibitors from the area will have displays and information on how they can make your wedding day special. For more information on attending, rates, and the complete itinerary, visit their website. It’s not too late to register as a bride or as a vendor!

Consider a setting up a similar billboard-style site for your upcoming events. Contact us for pricing.

Posted on

Christmas Bookfest – December 8

Join us Thursday evening, December 8, for our Christmas Bookfest – book signings at The Sparta Store.

Authors Kate Clay Bodeen (NCSH Award Winner Pat Crisp, Like a Moth to the Flame) and Dr. Suzanne Mellow Irwin (The Stratford Oaks Tales), as well as illustrator Zach Hamm (The Stratford Oaks Tales) will be here from 3:00 till 6:00 that afternoon. A representative from High Country Hospice will also have copies of their award-winning cookbook, Meals and Memories, available.

In addition to having your book signed, you’ll have a chance to learn about their upcoming projects.

Also, you’ll be able to check out the latest release from Star Route Books, Regimental History of the 61st NC Infantry. This is the second in our popular history book series and others are planned for release next year.

We’ll also have some edible treats. The Alleghany Historical Museum is hosting a Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours event and is planning to have goodies for everyone. Alleghany County Library is co-hosting the event.

Our neighboring shops on Main Street will also have extended hours December 8. Be sure to stop by Backwoods Bean, Murphy’s Mercantile, and Studio Redwood that evening and support our local merchants and businesses.

Download a PDF of the event flyer!