E-Newsletter 1063 | September 2023

“If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere.” -Vincent Van Gogh

Valdese Plein Air Fest

September 9-16th

A Word From Our Mayor...

Town Offices Closed Monday, September 4th for Labor Day

The Talk it Out NC website has long been a go-to source for information on how to prevent underage drinking. Now we’ve made it even better! 

1. Current Research: In addition to offering quick access to the most up-to-date brain research and underage drinking facts, the website now features improved infographics that provide an interactive experience for the audience.
2. Age-specific Resources: Because our resources are tailored to different age groups, parents, teens, and young adults can all find the information they need about underage drinking prevention.
3. Situational Resources: The website has helpful information specific to different situations. Among other valuable tools, we offer tips for starting the conversation about alcohol, suggestions for avoiding underage drinking, and advice on how to help a young person who’s already using alcohol.
4. Access to the Blog Archive: We’re regularly sharing new articles containing the latest research, ideas for fun sober activities, actionable guides for talking with teens about the risks of underage drinking, and much more.

We’re passionate about preventing underage drinking, and we hope you are too.

Explore our updated website today and learn how you can Start the Conversation.

Next Town Council Meeting

Tuesday, September 5th 6:00 P.M.

Meetings will be held at 6pm at Valdese Town Hall Council Chambers (unless otherwise noted): 102 Massel Avenue South West Valdese NC 28690. All meetings are open to the public. 

24 Hours Display! Sept 01-Oct 02 2023

New Window Gallery Presents Paintings By Artist Dana Dempsey

ABOUT DANA DEMPSEY:

Dana Dempsey is a local artist in Burke County who works 

in all mediums and styles of painting. This exhibition features

bright, vibrant, acrylic paintings of landscapes, still life 

and people in a "Loose Style" of painting.  

New Window Gallery is located at 150 W Main St. Valdese NC.

The gallery is part of the Play It Again Records Building.

The two large gallery windows are lit 24 hrs. a day and can

be seen from the curb! The gallery is also looking for more interesting artists

to participate in future events! 

Please call 828 874-1800 and ask for (Mark or David)

NWG New Window Gallery (Play It Again Records Building)

150 West Main St. Valdese, NC 28690

828 874-1800

RECORD STORE HOURS: 11-5 Tues- Sat (Gallery is 24 hr. 7 days a week, 

lit window display)

Next Planning Board Meeting:

Monday, September 18th 4:00 P.M.

The Planning Board reviews amendments to the Zoning Ordinance, preliminary and final subdivision plats, rezoning applications and considers other development issues that affect the town. Planning Board members also serve as the town’s Board of Adjustment for any variance cases that may arise. The Planning Board meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 4pm in the office of the Planning Director located at Town Hall - 102 Massel Ave SW.

For more information, please contact Planning Director, Larry Johnson at 828-879-2124 or via email at ljohnson@valdesenc.gov

Bluegrass at the Rock- Individual Tickets & Season Passes Now on Sale!

Rock School Arts Foundation Open Studio

Every Thursday 11-3:00 P.M.

Rock School Arts Foundation welcomes all two-dimensional artists to paint/draw together on Thursdays in Studio 101, located in the Old Rock School in Valdese, NC. Studio hours will be from 11 am to 3 pm.

All levels are welcome, some experience is recommended since this is not an instructional session.

Participants will need to bring your own subject matter (photo reference or roughed-in subject), canvas or other surface, painting/drawing materials, (including paints/pastels/pens and ink, pencils, brushes, solvents, paint rags). 15 Easels and 3 covered tables, sinks and trash cans are provided.

Why paint together? For the Inspiration, the Fun, the Comradery and Energy, and Peer critique (if desired). This style of collaboration resulted in some of the most important art movements of the centuries. Let’s create something great together!

Join us for a hilarious dinner theatre experience!

Old Colony Players Presents: Psych

Performed in the

Waldensian Room at the Old Rock School

September 7, 8 and 9

Dinner at 6:30 - Show at 7

Special Matinee (no dinner included)

Sunday September 10 at 3:00 PM

(note: This is NOT an interactive murder mystery, but a very funny show with dinner included. No audience participation required, except, of course, your uncontrollable laughter!)

Up Next...

Valdese: A Great Place to Eat!

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A Message from your Valdese Recreation Department

Valdese Parks and Recreation Staff is excited to welcome September and the many fun things that go along with it. September means the start of games for our Tiger youth football and cheerleading programs, as well as our outdoor soccer program. It means cooler weather for park visits and hikes at Valdese Lakeside Park. It means the Valdese Plein Air Fest. It means the Bubble going up and indoor swimming and aquatics activities. Speaking of the Bubble, the pool will be closed Friday, September 9 at noon until 7am Monday, September 18 for the Bubble install, and the Splash Pad will be turned off for year at the end of September. We'll be wrapping up the month with a huge celebration at Valdese Lakeside Park: a ribbon cutting at 1pm on September 28 for the canoe/kayak launch and fishing pier! Come check out this great addition to the park built by the North Carolina Wildlife Resource Commission.

There are going to be some changes taking place at the pool and fitness center after Labor Day. We will be implementing our new fee schedule approved by council this past July. For several years, patrons with a mailing address of Valdese who didn't live in town limits have been able to pay "In-Town" membership rates. Beginning September 5, patrons must be inside town limits to receive this rate. Rates have been simplified from their previous structure to be individual or household memberships (up to 6 people per household membership), and we still offer discounts for teachers, first responders and law enforcement, and veterans and active duty service members. Day passes for fitness center and pool use will be $5 for visitors of all ages. For questions about these changes, please contact the pool and fitness counter at (828) 874-6737.

Burke County's reverse 911 system and Smart911 App link. This is where you can sign up to receive the text alerts, the Smart911 App, and emails you in the event of an emergency.

The Town of Valdese is an excellent place to work. With friendly co-workers, challenging duties, and an opportunity to interact with the citizens of the best town in America, seeking employment with the Town is a wonderful career decision. 

We are OPEN for tours Tuesday - Friday 

(Closed Mondays & Holidays)

Morning Tour - 11:00am / Afternoon Tour - 2:00pm

828-874-1111

director@waldensianheritagemuseum.com



Additional Hours

July 15 - October 28

Open Saturday's 2pm-5pm