Sparta & Alleghany News, Events, and Information

Wednesday, April 23, 2025

Alleghany Pitch Night 2025!

When: May 19, 6-8 pm

Where: Muddy Creek Music Hall, Sparta

What: Join us for the fun, free event as we support local entrepreneurs as they pitch their business ideas for cash prizes! YOU are invited to help decide the Audience Choice Award while gaining the opportunity to network and learn more about what is going on in Alleghany County.

Brought to you by the Small Business Center of Wilkes Community College and your Alleghany Chamber.

The 2025 Alleghany & Sparta Business & Visitor’s Guide

We’re delighted to share that the 2025 edition of the Alleghany & Sparta Visitor’s Guide is now available! You’re warmly invited to stop by the Visitor’s Center at 58 S. Main Street in Sparta to pick up a few copies for yourself, your business, or your guests.

As a special courtesy to our Chamber Members, we’d be happy to personally deliver copies to your business—just give us a call or send us an email.

Muddy Creek Cafe & Music Hall

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Sprinkle's Salt of the Earth

Salt Cave & Alternative Therapies to Support Your Wellness Journey - April Newsletter

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Call us today in Sparta at 336-372-1994 to learn more and book your appointment.

Beginning Watercolor Classes

Scheduled: Beginning Watercolor Classes! Very informative classes, some basic information needed and several watercolor exercises.

1 Class once a week for 2 hours, for 6 weeks.

Classes will be held at Little Seed Kitchen & Bakery, Main St., Sparta, NC

6 Weds., May 7-May 28, & June 4 & 11. 9:30 a.-11:30 a.

Please arrive at 9:15. Little Seed will have coffee/pastries/treats to sell, as well as lunch if you wish to dine after class. Those of you who sent messages of interest, please firm up your space now for this 6-week class and to get supply list. $20. per class. Must register for all 6. Class fee $120, payable at registration. Class size is limited.

Please register at redwood@skybest.com no later than April 24.

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Weekly Events

Alleghany Jubilee: The new (temporary) location will be at the Sparta United Methodist Church on Saturday nights at 7:00 pm. Doors open at 6:30.

Laconia Ale Works: Open Mic Night, Wednesdays, 6:00 pm

Main Street Pizzeria: Live Music every Friday Night 7-10 pm

Muddy Creek: Honky Tonk Wednesdays, every Wednesday at 7:00 pm (music hall), Open Mic Night, 3rd Thursday, 7:30 pm (cafe stage)

Bunco: 3rd Thursday (music hall), space is limited. For info, go to muddycreekcafeandmusichall.com

Alleghany County Library: Gaming Buddies, Tuesdays, 10:30 - 12:00 pm (18 years old and up only)

Alleghany Quilters Guild: Fourth Thursday each month at the Alleghany Library; sewing starts at 10:00 am and meeting at 1:00 pm

Mountain Homespun Fiber Guild: First Tuesday of each month at the Alleghany Library; More info on their website.

Piney Creek Non-food Pantry: Mount Zion UMC of Piney Creek hosts this event the 2nd Tuesday of each month, April-Nov, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Includes a Free Lunch. Call Alleghany in Motion at 336.372.8747 if you need a ride there.

Creek Bottom Brewing Company (Galax)

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Alleghany Campus of Wilkes Community College

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Visit the Alleghany Chamber Event Calendar

for more information at

www.alleghanycountychamber.com/calendar

Have a community event coming up? Let us know!

Send your event information to director@alleghanycountychamber.com

Chamber Member Benefits

Ribbon Cuttings & Grand Opening Support
Alleghany After Five Networking Events
Online Member Directory Listing
Your Business and Rack Cards Displayed at Visitor Center
Free Event Promotion in Weekly Newsletter
Annual Member Spotlight
Customer Referrals and Networking Opportunities
Advertising & Marketing Support
Business Credibility
Free Job Postings
Notary, Print, and Copy Services
Small Business Training Opportunities
NEW! Geofencing Services

The Alleghany County Chamber was created by and is composed of member businesses, organizations and individuals within the Alleghany area. It is overseen by a 12-14 member board. The Chamber is committed to the idea that by working together we can make good things happen for our small businesses and the people of our community. Our goal is always to help create a strong, resilient, thriving community.

The Chamber Board meets every third Wednesday of the month (except Dec.). If you are interested in attending a board meeting please get in touch with us at 336.372.5473 as the locations of the meetings do vary.

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