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Tues. November 11

Veterans Day

25% off growler fills all day

Brew Ridge Taps

3-6 PM

Takeout Tuesdays

Southern Inn

8-11 PM

Self-Guided Dark Sky Nights

Natural Bridge State Park

Wed. November 12

All Day

Growler Grab Day

Devils Backbone

Thurs. November 13

25% off growler fills all day

Brew Ridge Taps

3-6 PM

Buena Vista Farmers Market

6:30 PM

Trivia

Devils Backbone

8:30-9:30 PM

Lantern Tour of the Natural Bridge

Natural Bridge State Park

Friday, November 14

20% off Bottle Shop

Brew Ridge Taps

10:30 AM-12:30 PM

VPAS Café

Maury River Senior Center

12-6 PM

Sunset Fridays

EccoAdesso Vineyards

4-6 PM

Friday Wine Tastings

Lex Mercantile

5-7 PM

Friday Night Wine Tastings

Purveyors on Main

Sat., November 15

8 AM - 12 PM

Natural Bridge Farmers Market

6-9 PM

Piano Music

Haywoods

7-10 PM

Live Music: Molly Murphy

Brew Ridge Taps

Sunday, November 16

1-4 PM

Uncorked with Tom Keefer & Celtic Cross

Rockbridge Vineyard

12-6 PM

Sip and Savor Sundays

EccoAdesso Vineyards

6-9 PM

Jazz Night

Haywoods

Monday, November 17

6-7 PM

Community Dinner

The Community Table

Find more local live music at: LiveMusicLexington.com

Member Jobs

Executive Director

Rockbridge Area Transportation System Inc.

Cleaning Help - Part Time

Let Olivia Do It

Salon Coordinator

Lex Nail Bar & Aesthetics

Nail Tech

Lex Nail Bar & Aesthetics

Esthetician

Lex Nail Bar & Aesthetics

Part-Time Position

Lex Running Shop

VP of Clinical Operations

Comfort Care Women's Health

Staff Nurse, RN

Comfort Care Women's Health

Tasting Room Ambassador - part time

EccoAdesso Vineyards

Veterinary Technician

Rockbridge SPCA

Part Time Team Support Specialist

Valley Program for Aging Services

Development Specialist

Rockbridge Habitat for Humanity

VMI Athletics This Week

MSL November Newsletter

Check out the Main Street Lexington newsletter to see what's happening in downtown Lexington in November! Visit:

Main Street Lexington NOVEMBER Newsletter

MSBV November Newsletter

Check out the Main Street Buena Vista newsletter to see what's happening in downtown BV in November! Visit:

Main Street Buena Vista NOVEMBER Newsletter.

Community Dinner

Rockbridge CAN is serving our next free community dinner on Wednesday, Nov. 12 at the Rockbridge baths Fire Station. 5024 Maury River Road, Rockbridge Baths. Everyone is welcome and dinner is always free! RATS offers free rides to and from dinner. To schedule a ride, call 540-463-3346. If you are interested in volunteering, please visit https://signup.com/go/eYCTQra or email Cassady at connect@rockbridgecan.org. 

The Workshop at Timber Ridge

Sip ‘n Spin with Rockbridge Vineyard & Brewery. Saturday, November 15th from 4-7PM. $85 + $25 for the wine tasting at The Workshop at Timber Ridge. This session will give you a taste of what it’s like to throw pottery on the wheel to help you decide if you may enjoy an 8-week wheel-throwing class where you really get to dive in. Speaking of tastings, we will start with a wine tasting of holiday feasting favorites by Rockbridge Vineyard & Brewery owners for an extra fee of $25 (payable at the event). A glass of wine to enjoy after is included in the fee and is open to all, 21 and older. Wine will also be available to purchase. Note: pieces will be fired after the fact and available at a later date.

Rockbridge Historical Society

Appalachian Trail Reading Group.  On Nov. 17 (5:30-7 PM), an A.T. themed reading group will cap the series at the Lexington Library with short online selections for final reflections. See RHS Facebook for reading links, and for hike descriptions and details.

Just in time for Veterans Day, the Rockbridge Historical Society Museum will be hosting a statewide traveling exhibition, "Virginia and the Vietnam War." Free and open to the public from Nov.5 - Dec.14, 2025, the exhibit can be seen from 12-4 PM, Fridays-Sundays, at the RHS Museum (101 E. Washington St.) Through November, you can also view the interpretive displays at the Lexington Library, Mondays-Thurdays, 10 AM-7 PM.   See RHS Instagram and Facebook for more about the exhibit; RHS' "Vietnam Roundtable and Open Mic" at RCHS on Dec. 7; and a Dec. 17 film screening from Ken Burns' Vietnam War documentary, or contact Eric Wilson at Director@RockbridgeHistory.org to discuss recording your own oral history.

Star City Soul Club at The Patton Room

The Patton Room will host DJ duo Star City Soul Club and their curated collection of rare funk and soul jams on Saturday, November 15 from 5-7pm. TAPS menu and cocktails available for purchase. No cover. Come out for 100% good vibes!

Grand Opening Reception

Join Woodrow's on Saturday, November 15 from 5 - 7 PM for a ribbon cutting and grand opening reception. Vintage Fine Art - Antiquities - Antiquarian and Modern Prints. 111 W. Nelson Street, Lexington, VA.

Kriskindlmarkt

14th Annual German-Style Christmas Market. Friday, Nov 21, 2025 | 2:00–8:00 PM

Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 | 10:00 AM–5:00 PM

One of the most beloved holiday traditions in the Alleghany Highlands — Kriskindlmarkt!

Step inside The Mill (our restored 100+ year-old lumber mill) at the Clifton Forge School of the Arts to enjoy festive indoor shopping, a special gallery exhibit, and a warm, joyful atmosphere filled with holiday spirit. You’ll find Artisan Vendors, Food & Drink, Live Entertainment, Garden Illumination, Raffles. Entry: $5 admission (cash or card) | Free for children 12 and under. All proceeds support Clifton Forge School of the Arts, helping provide quality arts education for all ages and abilities in the Alleghany Highlands. Come shop, eat, and celebrate the season with us — we can’t wait to see you at Kriskindlmarkt 2025! 518 Church Street, Clifton Forge, VA 24422

Rockbridge SPCA Luminaires are now on Sale!

Get your luminaries in Honor or Memory of all your loving pets and people. Deadline is Friday, November 21, 2025.

Luminaries will be displayed at Hopkins Green Friday, November 28th at dusk. Purchase your luminaires at the Rockbridge SPCA, Hamric and Sheridan Jewelers and Nelson Gallery. $8 each or 3 for $20.

Thanksgiving Meal Delivery

Saturday, November 22, 2025

Unity4Kids will be delivering free Thanksgiving meals to folks in Buena Vista and Lexington. Our meals are need based. If your family or someone you know would like a Thanksgiving

meal, please send us a message on our website at:

www.unity4kids.com. or call 540-784-2659

Winter Coat Drive

It's that time of year again to collect all your new or gently used winter blankets, coats and toys for our annual drive benefitting those in need in our area. Your donations will be distributed to area shelters, schools, and churches. Be sure to drop off your donation by November 25 at Robert C. Hull, D.D.S., P.C. All donors will be entered to win a Philips Sonicare toothbrush. We thank you for helping us spread the warmth this holiday season! 

Thanksgiving Dinner at the Natural Bridge Hotel

Come join us for a delicious Thanksgiving Meal on Thursday November 27 between 11:30 am-4:30 pm. Call 540.291.2121 to make your reservation. 15 Appledor Ln., Natural Bridge, VA 24578. View the menu here.

Office Space for Rent

14 E Nelson St Suite 102B. 150 sq.ft. $325/mo, w/s/t/e included

14 E Nelson St Suite 102E. 75 sq.ft. $250/mo, w/s/t/e included

Contact Locher Real Estate at eastnelsonllc@gmail.com.

The Interior Castle

Announcing the Arrival of Icons! We recently received two shipments of religious icons. Very different in style, yet perfect for your prayer room. Drop by to browse our selection at 6 South Randolph Street. Open Saturdays, 10:00-4:00.

2025 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) 

Rockbridge Area Health Center has launched its 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) — and every voice in our community counts! Please share the Community Health Survey link with your friends, family, patients, and neighbors. It only takes 5 minutes, is completely confidential, and helps us understand what our community needs most to stay healthy and strong. Click here to take the survey. Everyone that completes the survey will have a chance to win a $50 gift card to Walmart. Together, we can make a difference — one voice at a time.

Hull's Drive In

Sign up HERE for the 2025 Jingle Bell Run on Saturday, December 6, 2025. Hull's Drive In is hosting this favorite holiday race! Open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Jogging strollers and well-behaved leashed dogs are welcome. Festive holiday costumes for people and pets are strongly encouraged. 

RCHS Holiday Market

Sunday, December 7 from 12-5 PM. Rockbridge County High School. Scentsy, apparel, Mary Kay, fresh baked goods, raffles, crafts, pictures with Santa and much more. Questions? Contact Kasey Potter at ptsarockbridge@gmail.com.

Medicare Open Enrollment

Don't miss Medicare Open Enrollment through December 7, 2025. Call to setup an appointment today.  Amanda Kidd Insurance 540-570-1213. Located at 2340 Beech Avenue, Buena Vista, VA 24416

They can help you with all of your health insurance needs.

Jackson House Museum

Friday, Dec. 12 from 6-8pm. Visitors will step back in time and experience an 1859 Christmas while interacting with costumed interpreters. Those who attend will also have an opportunity to be a part of the “preparations” by singing Christmas Carols, churning butter in the kitchen, and helping our 1859 visitors pick the proper outfit for dinner. Last tour will be at 7:40 p.m. Admission for the event is canned food for humans and/or pets to benefits the Rockbridge Area Relief Association Food Pantry. Help us give back to our local community and come out for an evening of candlelit magic. For further information on Christmas at the Jacksons’ and the Jackson House Museum, please call (540) 464-7704.

Wreaths Across America (WAA)

For the second year in a row Remembering Rockbridge Veterans has joined with the Wreaths Across America (WAA) program to remember and honor local veterans interred in the Evergreen Cemetery. A wreath laying ceremony will take place on December 13 at 1:00 p.m. The public is cordially invited to attend the ceremony and participate in laying wreaths on all 120 veteran gravestones in the Evergreen Cemetery.

For more information email Ron Perkins. rperk@mac.com.

University Cleaners New App

University Cleaners has released a new Mobile App and it is awesome! You can now easily request a pick-up, check the status of your order, pay your bill, and adjust your preferences right from your smartphone or tablet. Available now on iTunes and Google Play. Download it today!

Also, bring your comforters to University Cleaners for the cleaning they (and you) deserve and pay just $25 per comforter (typically $39) now through 10/31/2025! Yes, that includes down as well! Redeem Here

Take Out Tuesday

The Southern Inn Restaurant is happy to announce that we will have dinners ready to be picked up on Tuesday between 3pm-6pm to be heated at your convenience throughout the week. Orders can be placed on our webpage, just click on the Take Out Tuesday link.

Thanksgiving Packages are available for preorder. We will be offering our traditional packages once again this year. Order yours here.

Plan Your Holiday Event at The Georges

Toast the season in style with your friends, family, colleagues, and clients at The Georges! Whether you’re hosting a corporate luncheon, elegant dinner, festive reception, or year-end conference, our two stunning event venues — the Patton Room and The Livery — provide the perfect backdrop. Ideal for groups of up to 50 guests, our experienced event team will ensure your celebration is seamless and memorable. Contact Esme Pitard to book.

Mind Matters

Brain Injury Connections is excited to announce a new initiative, Mind Matters, dedicated to educating students, parents, coaches, and educators about concussions.  Concussions can have lasting impacts on learning, memory, behavior, and overall well-being if not properly addressed. No child should have their potential limited by an injury that is both serious and, in many cases, preventable. https://bicsv.org/mindmatters/

The Community Clothes Closet

at Christ Church, 2262 Walnut Ave BV is open the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 9 am until 12 noon. The Closet offers clothing (men, women, teens, children and infants) as well as kitchen ware and bedding. For more information or to make a donation contact Susie 540-461-1299.  Please note the Closet is in need of winter clothing for teenagers (male & female) especially sweaters and coats.

Christ Church, 2246 Walnut Ave BV offers a Free Community Lunch the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 11 am until 1 pm. Now offering homemade International menus including vegetarian and hot dogs for the kiddos in the Parish Hall. All are welcome to eat in or take out.