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🌱 How this week’s 90th Old Fiddlers’ Convention is transforming Galax
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In today's newsletter:
- How this week’s 90th Old Fiddlers’ Convention is transforming Galax
Also on today's calendar: [GPL] Chess Club and 3 more events.
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📰 News we're reading
• Galax marks 90th annual Old Fiddlers Convention with musicians from 40 states and three countries (wdbj7.com) — Galax is buzzing this week as the 90th Old Fiddlers’ Convention brings musicians and fans from about 40 states and three countries to the Moose Lodge grounds through Saturday night. Expect nightly competitions, late-night jam sessions, and a big focus on youth performers keeping old-time and bluegrass traditions alive. If you love live music, this is the week to be in town. 
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Upcoming Events in
Galax
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★ Featured events ★
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[GPL] In the Loop (Fiber Friends Meeting) →
Galax Public Library, 610 W Stuart Dr, Galax
5:00 pm
Thursday August 6
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Other local events
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[GPL] Chess Club →
Galax Public Library, 610 W Stuart Dr, Galax
2:00 pm -
Makenzie Phipps →
Creek Bottom Brewing Company Restaurant, 103 Country Club Ln, Galax
7:00 pm -
GMS VB Tryouts
Galax Middle Galax, VA 24333
6:00 pm -
[GPL] Writers Group →
Galax Public Library, 610 W Stuart Dr, Galax
2:00 pm -
Women’s Bible Study Group →
Galax Public Library, 610 W Stuart Dr, Galax
1:30 pm
Saturday August 8
Monday August 10
Tuesday August 18
Monday August 24
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Thursday Night Jam Session →
The Historic Fries Theatre, 316 W Main St, Fries
7:00 pm -
Fries Town Market →
Fries Community Center, 316 W Main St, Fries
9:00 am -
GMS VB Tryouts
Galax Middle Galax, VA 24333
6:00 pm -
JV/Varsity Volleyball Scrimmages vs. Ft. Chiswell
Carroll County High Hillsville, VA 24343
5:00 pm -
JV/Varsity Football Scrimmage @ Magna Vista- Monogram Smith River C
Carroll County High Hillsville, VA 24343
6:00 pm -
[CCPL] Adult Book Club →
Carroll County Public Library, 101 Beaver Dam Rd, Hillsville
6:00 pm
Thursday August 6
Saturday August 8
Monday August 10
Wednesday August 12
Friday August 14
Monday September 28
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💬 Chatter
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- Galax High School posted a job opening for Assistant Baseball Coach in Galax. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News
Pulaski
- Pulaski's Kam Jenkins goes for cycle in Appalachian League finals (wdbj7.com)
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- Ruth Marie (Quesenberry Akers) Kirtner (pcpatriot.com)
Dublin
- Acrobatic Jet Featured at New River Valley Airport Event (pcpatriot.com)
Ok Galax! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Mississippi (Thank you Eloy R. for sending it in!)
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