Calendar

Christmas Parade — The annual Floyd County Christmas Parade will make its way through town from 3-4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 30. The procession will start at the high school, travel down Baker Street to south Locust, and turn right at the stop light to loop back around to the high school. Learn more at www.floydcountyparksandrec.org/christmas-parade.

WinterFest — The Floyd Center for the Arts is holding the 31st annual WinterFest and the Festival of Trees celebration from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 6-7. There will be more than 40 vendors, an art raffle, refreshments, and a silent auction featuring decorated trees and wreaths. Learn more at www.floydartcenter.org. The Center is located at 220 Parkway Lane S.

Tuba Christmas — Join the Floyd County High School Band for a special tube and euphonium concert in the high school auditorium at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6. The school is located at 721 Baker St.

The Perfect Gift Shop — The Perfect Gift Shop, where children can exchange vouchers for gifts for their loved ones, opens for 2025 on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 209 Fox St. Stay up-to-date and learn how to volunteer at www.facebook.com/ThePerfectGift1720.

Classical Physics Demonstrations — Dave and Kazuko Allen will present "Classical Physics Demonstrations" in commemoration of Michael Faraday's (1791-1867) Christmas Lectures, which featured surprising and curious scientific demos around Christmas time, at the Floyd Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13. The church is located at 169 Newtown Rd. With questions, email dmallen@swva.net.

Angels in the Attic Christmas Store — The Angels Christmas Store, which offers a variety of holiday-themed decorations and necessities at yard sale prices, is open at 219 E. Main Street, in the former Finders Keepers building from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. each Friday and Saturday, from now until Dec. 20. Find updates and learn more at www.facebook.com/AngelsintheAtticFloydVa.

Floyd County Board of Supervisors — Regular Floyd County Board of Supervisors meetings are held at 8:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday of each month. Regular evening meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m., October through March, and at 7 p.m., April through September, at 202 E. Main St., on the second floor. Learn more and find links to the streamed versions of the meetings at www.floydcova.gov/bos.

Town Council — Floyd Town Council meets on the first and third Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the Proffit House Community Room at Floyd Town Hall (203 E. Oxford St.). Visit www.townoffloyd.org to learn more and view the agenda for each meeting.

Floyd County School Board — Regular Floyd County Public School Board meetings take place at 6 p.m. on the second Monday of each month at 140 Harris Hart Rd. in Floyd. Additional information about each meeting is available at www.floyd.k12.va.us/school-board.

Floyd Farmers Market — Floyd’s Farmers Market is open from 2-6 p.m. May through October, and from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. May through December. Winter market hours are from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. December through April. All markets are held under the Community Pavilion in the center of downtown Floyd, just off of south Locust St. Discover more about market offerings and more at www.floydfarmersmarket.org.

Floyd Artisan Market — The weekly Floyd Artisan Market features a lineup of local and regional artisans offering everything from pottery and jewelry to textiles, woodwork, and more. It’s the perfect way to support local creatives and discover one-of-a-kind finds from 5-9 p.m. under the Community Pavilion on south Locust Street through the end of October.

Jessie Peterman Memorial Library — Regular open hours are from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Fridays, and from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturdays at 321 W. Main St. Information about library resources and more is available at https://www.mfrl.org/hours.php?branch=f.

Floyd County Parks and Recreation Department — With the goal of strengthening Floyd County through athletics, programs, and events for every resident, Floyd County Parks and Rec features a variety of offerings that change seasonally. To learn what sports team registration is open or coming up, and learn more about the annual events the department organizes, visit www.floydcountyparksandrec.org.

The Floyd Country Store — From its legendary Friday Night Jamboree to its Tuesday Tunes with Jesse Smathers and Friends, Americana Afternoons, Honky Tonk Thursdays, ticketed concerts, workshops and more, the Floyd Country Store the Floyd Country Store, located at 206 S. Locust St., has something happening nearly every day of the week. Learn more at www.floydcountrystore.com.

Outer Space — Outer Space is a casual outdoor dining experience in Floyd that hosts Open Mic Night on Wednesdays (from 5-7 p.m.), and welcomes a variety of musicians to its stage on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights (starting at about 6 p.m.) and for brunch entertainment (from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.) on Sundays. Outer Space hours are seasonal, and it is located at 364 S Locust St. Check www.facebook.com/outerspaceva for updates and upcoming events.

Buffalo Mountain Brewery and McDaniel's Tavern — Every week, from Tuesday to Sunday, there's something going on at Buffalo Mountain Brewery and McDaniel's Tavern. Tuesdays are Bingo from 6-8 p.m. and Nacho Night, Thursdays are Happy Hour from 4-7 p.m., and Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays feature live music from various artists for three hours each day. Plus, special events are held throughout the year. Learn more at www.buffalomountainbrewery.com and visit at 332 Webbs Mill Rd.

Floyd Contra Dance — Treat yourself to an evening of easy, relaxed fun with lots of smiles and live music. Floyd Contra Dances are held on the second Saturday from September through May at the Floyd Center for the Arts (220 Parkway Lane S.). The dance runs from 7:30-10:30 p.m., with a free lesson at 7 p.m.. Admission is $10; Students $5.00; children under 12 are admitted for free. Live music with a caller. All dances are taught. Beginner and experienced dancers of all ages are welcome. Dress is casual and soft-soled shoes that glide work best. Come to dance or to listen — no partner needed.

The Floyd Historical Society — The Floyd Historical Society’s 2025 exhibit focuses on the “Music of the Mountains.” It includes everything from early church music to the present music scene, information about individual instruments, musicians (such as Blind Alfred Reed, Randall Hylton, Arthur Conner, etc) and more. The Museum, located at 217 N. Locust St., is open from noon until 4 p.m. each Friday and Saturday through Dec. 6. Admission is free. Learn more at www.floydhistoricalsociety.org.

Old Church Gallery — Established in 1978, the Old Church Gallery is featuring “Memories Sit Here” for 2025. The exhibit showcases more than 30 handmade chairs, stools and benches, along with their makers’ stories. Gallery hours are from 205 p.m. on Fridays, and from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays at 110 Wilson St. in Floyd. Learn more and view the gallery’s online collection at www.oldchurchgallery.org.

Handmade Music School — The Handmade Music School specializes in the art of traditional Appalachian instruments, such as the banjo, fiddle, guitar and mandolin, to cultivate and strengthen community through music, dance, art and food. The nonprofit offers a variety of workshops, classes, camps, events and private lessons to foster a love and appreciation for all things Appalachia. More information is available online at www.handmademusicschool.org.

Floyd Center for the Arts — Community members are provided with a variety of ways to express themselves and connect with others at the Floyd Center for the Arts, including regular art classes and workshops, special concerts, inspired exhibits and artist receptions, and more. Find more information and stay up-to-date on FCA happenings at www.floydartcenter.org.

Floyd County Humane Society — An all-volunteer organization officially founded in 2000, the Floyd County Humane Society is dedicated to serving four-legged friends by providing low-cost spays/neuters, participating in TNR programs, adopting out cats, kittens, dogs and puppies, and bringing community awareness to challenges that threaten the pet population. Learn more, and find out how to help, at www.floydhumanesociety.org or by calling (540) 745-7207.

Partnership for Floyd — Partnership for Floyd envisions a vibrant, thriving and connected community. Its projects include Floyd Flower Power, the Dodd Creek Fitness Trail, Warren G. Lineberry Community Park and the Park to Library Trail, among others. PFF meets in the Hotel Floyd conference room (300 Rick Lewis Way) at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Monday of each month. All are welcome. Learn more at www.partnershipforfloyd.org.