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Beginner Swing Dance Classes - Thursdays at Green Ridge

?Beginner Swing Dance classes return on October 28th to Green Ridge on Thursday evenings from 7 PM to 8 PM.... Read on...
28th Annual Brambleton Center Craft Show - Saturday, November 6th

The 28th Annual Craft Show at Brambleton Recreation Center takes place on Saturday, November 6th.... Read on...
Explore Park Visitor Center Fall Operation Hours

The Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center at Explore is open Thursday through Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM this fall.... Read on...
Fall Twilight Ziplines at Treetop Quest

Soar through the trees at night on select Friday evenings this fall with Twilight Zips at Explore Park.... Read on...
Rec Life Brochure Available with Fall 2021 Programs

Roanoke County's Fall 2021 recreation program lineup is now available! Pick up a copy of the Fall RecLife Brochure at... Read on...
Blue Ridge Parkway Closure (5/24/21): Roanoke River Bridge Rehabilitation Project Begins

National Park Service officials announced the upcoming, full closure of Roanoke River Bridge, at Milepost 114.7, on the Blue Ridge Parkway for a major rehabilitation project.... Read on...

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Events Calendar

Oct 23
Owls! (Ages 3+)
Come to the Explore Park and learn some interesting facts about these fascinating and somewhat mysterious birds of prey. Find out which owls live in Roanoke County and how to identify them by sight and sound. Learn how and why they raise their young in the winter. Discover the secrets of these intriguing birds and dissect an owl pellet to learn even more! Children must be accompanied by a paid, registered adult.
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Oct 30
Fall Scavenger Hunt (Ages 3+)
Take a nature hike, follow clues and discover some of the wonders of Fall. Learn about wild animals, plants, and seasonal changes. This is a great family activity for getting outdoors, using your senses, and observing nature. Please dress for the weather. Children must be accompanied by a paid, registered adult.
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Nov 6
Intro to Historic Uses of Plants & Animals (Ages 8+)
Explore and discover the variety of flora and fauna in Explore Park and find out how Native Americans, settlers, and slaves used the bounty of the forest to survive and thrive. All the basic needs of food, medicine, shelter, clothes, household items and more can be found within the park boundaries. Educational resources and hand-outs will be available. Children must be accompanied by a paid, registered adult.
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Nov 20
Wooly Bears, Fall Facts, Folklore & More (Ages 3+)
Can a caterpillar forecast the upcoming winter weather? Can a tree? Find out what to look for, how to read the signs and make your own folklore predictions. For many years, farmers and mountain residents depended on signs and messages from nature to guide many of their planting, harvesting, and winter preparation decisions. Let’s explore facts and folklore and see if we can discover a connection. Children must be accompanied by a paid, registered adult.
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