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This Weekend

• Friday, 1/31 through Sunday, 2/2 — 13th Octave LaHoChi Training with Dr. Eilis Philpot at the Salem Civic Center (1001 Roanoke Blvd, Salem). Hands-on healing course that transmits the highest frequencies of light into one’s physical and energetic bodies. This is a transformative weekend of spiritual education and personal growth. Find more information and register at this link. ($)
• Saturday, 2/1 through Sunday, 2/2 — Big Lick Comic Con at the Berglund Center Coliseum and Special Events Center (710 Williamson Rd. NE, Roanoke). Featuring a Q&A with the “Deadpool” creator, a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles reunion, GI Joe and WWE Hall of Famer SGT Slaughter, and a Cosplay competition. Weekend and single-day passes available. For tickets and information, visit this link. ($)

Wednesday, January 29

• 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Live music: Camelcals at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 
• 6 p.m. — Silent Book Club at Ursula’s Cafe (511 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). No assigned reading. Just show up, enjoy books, friends, and drinks without any homework. Visit this link for more information. 
• 6:30 p.m. (Doors open at 6) — Live music: Foundation Dinner at 5 Points Music Sanctuary (1217 Maple Ave. SW., Roanoke). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• 9:30 p.m.  — Ben Trout Band at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information visit this link. ($)

Thursday, January 30

• 1 to 3 p.m. — Hotel Roanoke and Conference Center Commission Meeting in the Jefferson Boardroom at Hotel Roanoke and Conference Center (110 Shenandoah Ave., Roanoke).
• 3 p.m. — Tottenham vs. Effsborg at Olde Salem Brewing Company (315 Market St., Roanoke). 
• 4 to 7 p.m. — Meet the Artist: Pippi Miller at Blue Ridge PBS (1215 McNeil Dr., Roanoke). Find more information at this link.
• 4 to 7 p.m. — Gaymer Night at Roanoke Diversity Center (425 Campbell Ave. SW., Roanoke). Hang out with other local young adults in the lounge, watch the latest music videos, play board games, chat and mingle. Bring your controllers and play your friends with our Nintendo Switch or Playstation, or start an RPG, card games and board games.
• 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Live music: Virginia Electric at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 
• 6 to 7 p.m. — Recycle Right: A Star City Sustainability Series Program and Post-Holiday Recycling Event presented by Nature’s Trade Recycling owner Anthony Peer at Clean Valley Council’s Headquarters in the Heights Community Church welcome center (2014 Memorial Ave., Roanoke). In addition to Anthony’s presentation, this also will be a recycling collection event, specifically for broken and unwanted holiday items. The following items will be accepted: Christmas lights, cardboard (no packaging), wrapping paper, plastic films, batteries. Bag each type of item separately. Find more information at this link.
• 6 to 8 p.m. — 2025 Juried Biennial Opening Reception at Olin and Smoyer Galleries (240 High St., Salem). This exhibition exemplifies works of art from artists within 200 mile radius of Roanoke College. Fine Arts media including but not limited to painting, sculpture, graphic design, ceramics, textiles, mixed media, video and photography are accepted for submission.Awards announced at 6:30 p.m. Find more information at this link.
• 7 p.m. — “Maah Daah Hey Together” screening at the Grandin Theatre (1310 Grandin Rd. SW, Roanoke). Net proceeds benefit for Roanoke Star Cycling; Roanoke's youth cycling team. Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• 7:30 p.m. — “Come from Away” at the Berglund Performing Arts Theatre (710 Williamson Rd. NE, Roanoke). For tickets and information, visit this link. ($)
• 9:30 p.m. — Live music: Clay Johnson & The Hard Promises at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information visit this link. ($)

Friday, January 31

• 4 to 7 p.m. — Live music: Kinnfolk at Gladheart Wine & Brews (2825 Brambleton Ave., Roanoke). Find more information at this link.
• 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Live music: The Kind at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 
• 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Live music: Jonathan Brown Paige at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 
• 7:30 p.m. — Live music: Second Shift at The Coffee Pot (2902 Brambleton Ave., Roanoke). 
• 7:30 to 9 p.m. — Live music: Aspen Black with Amber Collier at the 3rd Street Coffee House (305 Mountain Ave. SW, Roanoke). Pay what you can. 
• 8 p.m. — Live music: Blackhawk at the Harvester Performance Center (450 Franklin St., Rocky Mount). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
• 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Fiesta Friday with Bad Bunny & Kat’s Birthday at Inka Grill Peruvian Cuisine (14 Campbell Ave. SE, Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
• 9:30 p.m. — Live music: Moon Roof with Ranger Maid + Limbers at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information visit this link. ($)

Saturday, February 1

• 9:30 to 11 a.m. — Wellness Workshop for Caregivers/Parents at Big Oak Wellness (315 Albemarle St. SE, Roanoke). This event is designed specifically for caregivers and parents to recharge, reconnect with their bodies, and gain practical tools for self-regulation and emotional resilience. Find more information and register at this link. ($)
• Noon to 2 p.m. — Lunar New Year with Local Colors + Roanoke Valley Sister Cities at the Taubman Museum of Art (110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke). Celebrate the Year of the Snake – with dragon dances, martial arts performances, singing, and more. Find more information at this link.
• 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. — Live music: Gary John at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 
• 2 to 3 p.m. — Young Writers Workshop at the Williamson Road Library (3837 Williamson Rd., Roanoke). 
• 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Live music: Rachael Hester & the Tennessee Walkers at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 
• 6 p.m. — Prep for Date My Friend (with a little help from Beth Bell) at Starr Hill Pilot Brewery & Side Stage (6 Old Whitmore Ave., Roanoke). Get tips and create the ultimate spotlight moment for your friend. From crafting their story to building their case as the perfect catch, Beth will guide you every step of the way. Whether you’re feeling nervous or just want to perfect your presentation, this is your chance to prep like a pro. Find more information here.
• 6:30 p.m. — Live music: Tin Can Locomotive at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 
• 6:30 p.m. — Live music: Creedence Clearwater Recital at The Alley Cat (335 S. Main St., Rocky Mount). 
• 7 p.m. — Stand-up: Joe Gatto at the Berglund Performing Arts Theatre (710 Williamson Rd. NE, Roanoke). For tickets and information, visit this link. ($)
• 7 p.m. — Rumble on Market Street at Olde Salem Brewing Company (315 Market St., Roanoke). 
• 7:30 p.m. (Doors open at 7) — Live music: Tand with Mountain Walrus at 5 Points Music Sanctuary (1217 Maple Ave. SW., Roanoke). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• 8 p.m. (Doors open at 7:30) — Live music: Heather Pierson Duo at The Spot on Kirk (22 Kirk Ave. SW, Roanoke). Find more information and purchase tickets at this link. ($)
• 8 p.m. — Live music: Blackhawk at the Harvester Performance Center (450 Franklin St., Rocky Mount). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
• 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. — Live music: BIG YBA at Status Lounge at Status Lounge (213 Williamson Rd. SE, Roanoke). BIG YBA will perform his hit single “MISS IT.” Music by Phalie and DJ Wood. Purchase tickets at this link. ($)
• 10 p.m.  — Live music: Wolph at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information visit this link. ($)

Sunday, February 2

• 9 a.m. — Tottenham vs. Brentford at Olde Salem Brewing Company (315 Market St., Roanoke). 
• 1 to 4 p.m. — Live music: Charissa Joy at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 
• 2 to 4 p.m. — Orchid Show and Tropical Plant Sale at The Community Arboretum at Virginia Western Community College (3094 Colonial Ave., Roanoke). Cash and Check only. Find more information at this link. 
• 2 p.m. — Imbolc gathering presented by Roanoke Church of the Wild at Happy Hollow Garden Park (6697 Mount Chestnut Rd., Roanoke). This outdoor gathering is an opportunity to celebrate the first stirrings of the land as we shift away from winter, towards spring. Expect contemplative practices, song, silent wandering, and fellowship. We are a diverse, LGBTQ+ affirming community and welcome all faiths and beliefs. For more information and to RSVP, visit this link.
• 2 to 5 p.m. — Live music: Star City Ceili Band in the historic tavern cellar at Twin Creeks Brewpub at Explore Park (1 Old Salem Turnpike, Roanoke). 
• 5 to 8 p.m. — Live music: GOTE at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 
• 7 p.m. (Doors open at 6) — “Harriet” screening as part of Black History Month at the Grandin Theatre (1310 Grandin Rd. SW, Roanoke). The extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman's escape from slavery and transformation into one of America's greatest heroes, whose courage, ingenuity, and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history. Find more information at this link. 

Monday, February 3

• 9 a.m. — Roanoke City Council briefings in city council chambers at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building (215 Church Ave. SW, Roanoke).
• 2 p.m. — Roanoke City Council meeting in city council chambers at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building (215 Church Ave. SW, Roanoke).
• 6:30 p.m. — Live music: Irish Music Session at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 

Tuesday, February 4

• 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. — Living with Grief: Gathering Stories from the Heart presented by Carilion Clinic and the Keeley Healing Arts Program at Ursula’s Cafe (511 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). Join us as we share heartwarming stories. Bring a short, endearing, humorous and/or interesting anecdote to share in under five minutes—or just come listen. Find more information at this link.
• 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. — Opening: Threads of Nature Fiber Art exhibition and gallery opening presented by the VTC School of Medicine Creativity in Health Education program at Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (2 Riverside Circle, Roanoke). Features exquisitely detailed works of art by local artists Carol Monti, Tina Freudenberger, and Nancy Hershberger. Visit this link for more information. 
• 9:30 p.m.  — Live music: Christian Q & Co. at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information visit this link. ($)

Wednesday, February 5

• 7 p.m. — Live music: Tim Martin and Brian Wheeling at Brambleton Deli (3655 Brambleton Ave., Roanoke).
• 7 p.m. — Live music: Solacoustix at Montano’s International Gourmet (7813, 3733 Franklin Rd. SW, Roanoke). 
• 7 p.m. (Doors open at 6) — (Sold Out): Hoot and Holler: “Lovestruck” at the Grandin Theatre (1310 Grandin Rd. SW, Roanoke). Find more information at this link. 
• 9:30 p.m.  — Karaoke Night at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information visit this link. ($)

Ongoing

• Through March 16 — Eternally New: The Art Nouveau World of Alphonse Mucha at the Taubman Museum of Art (110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke). An exhibition and immersive art experience featuring masterworks from one of the most celebrated and influential artists of the 20th century. The Taubman is the first museum outside of Europe to showcase the immersive from the Grand Palais Immersif in Paris. This is a ticketed exhibition. Guided tours are offered daily at 1 p.m.
• Saturdays through December 27 — Downtown Roanoke Food & Cultural Tour starting at 11:15 a.m. from Hotel Roanoke (110 Shenandoah Ave., Roanoke). A walking tour that connects Roanoke's local food scene with the city's colorful history. Visit six food-tasting locations within the historic and vibrant downtown historic district. Delicious samplings, enough for a hearty meal for most, are served from locally-owned eateries at iconic historic locations. Find more information and reserve your spot at this link. ($)