Artist Talk to deliver 'Invitation to Wonder'
Kenny's artistic practice is deeply informed by his study of Old Master painting techniques and independent studies in Rome during his final year at the Rhode Island School of Design.
Music & Arts
The full array of sounds, sights, and creativity in Floyd County, Virginia.
Floyd musician to kick off Milepost Music Series
As a student at Washington & Lee University (as he says, "the youngest freshman with the longest hair, on scholarship"), Ainslie took up with Geology professor, Odell McGuire. Together, they began visiting traditional Old-Time musicians in West Virginia, southwest Virginia, and North Carolina.
VBRMF announces two summer performances in Floyd
Virginia’s Blue Ridge Music Festival is a nonprofit outreach organization of the RSO. The mission is to broaden our region’s musical richness by making classical music and a blend of Appalachian styles affordable and available in Floyd County.
Meet the lineup for the ninth annual Small Town Summer series
Floyd Mayor Will Griffin said, "The Town Council is very excited to welcome the community back to Floyd’s Small Town Summer. This is an event funded by the Town as a ‘Thank You’ to all that make our home such a fantastic place."
Artisan Market kicks off new season
The weekly Friday evening market creates a space for community members and visitors to connect directly with artists, support local makers, and experience the creativity that defines Floyd.
Small Town Summer 2026: Free concerts (and more) return to the heart of Floyd June 4
Opening night on Thursday, June 4, will feature music from Caitlin Krisko and The Broadcast (performing as an acoustic duo), followed by Hoppie Vaughan and The Ministers of Soul. Disney's "Zootopia 2" will be shown after the music.
Master leathersmith sets up shop in Floyd
A lifelong artist and previous art director, Stone left his career as a nurse to pursue his passions more than a decade ago but has worked specifically with leather for about 35 years.