Things to Do - June 2012

Here are some of the inexpensive, family-friendly happenings around the area for June 2012.

Carmike Summer Kid Series
Thursdays June 21 to Aug 23
10am
Carmike 10 (Tanglewood)
$2 each (includes admission, popcorn, & drink)
Different kids movie every week, see website for movie lineup
http://www.carmike.com/Promotions/120

Regal Summer Movie Express
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, June 12 to Aug 8
10am
Valley View Grande
$1 each
Different kids movies each Tues & Wed, see website for movie lineup.
http://www.regmovies.com/summermovieexpress/default.aspx

Also, if you're into bowling, AMF has Free Bowling for Kids all summer - register and get a weekly voucher for two free games per child (doesn't include shoe rental). Free bowling available at participating AMF Bowling Lanes until 8 p.m., 7 days a week, May 14 – Sept. 3, 2012. They also have AMF Summer Passes available for ANYONE. Each AMF Summer Pass is $29.95 and allows you and three other family members ages 16 and up to bowl two games per day all summer long!
https://freebowling.amf.com/ OR https://summerpass.amf.com/

City Market Saturdays
Saturdays May through September
11:00am - 2:30pm
City Market - Downtown Roanoke
FREE
Come enjoy something different every Saturday, including live entertainment, cooking demonstrations from Downtown chefs, “How-to" Workshops, street performers, family days, and much more.
http://www.downtownroanoke.org/city-market/haley-toyota-city-market-saturdays

Party in the Park
Thursdays June through September
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Elmwood Park
$6 adults, children 12 and under are free
Enjoy good dance music in Elmwood Park on Thursday nights! This is also a fundraising event for local charities. Food and drink available for purchase, no coolers allowed. Bring a blanket and a lawn chair! See website for list of weekly music.
www.pitp.org

Craft Time
Wednesdays
10:00am - 11:00am
Salem Public Library
Come and make some great crafts and have lots of fun!!
http://library.salemva.gov/AboutUs/Events.aspx

Story Time
Thursdays
10:00am for ages 2-3, 11:00am for ages 4-7
Salem Public Library
http://library.salemva.gov/AboutUs/Events.aspx

Jr. Rangers at Smith Mountain Lake State Park
Fridays June 15 - August 10
10am to noon
Smith Mountain Lake State Park, 1235 State Park Road, Huddleston
free
For children ages 7 and up. This weekly series offers youngsters a chance to explore their natural surroundings. Go on maneuvers as we learn what life was like for a Civil War soldier and learn what it's like to be a Ranger. We meet at the Discovery Center. Snack included. It's all free thanks to the generous sponsorship and volunteers provided by The Friends of Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Come early to the Discovery Center Friday to register.
www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/smi.shtml

Troutville Trail Days
Friday, June 1 - Saturday, June 2
Starts at 10:00am on Friday and 8:00am on Saturday
Troutville Town Park
See website
1st Annual Troutville Trail Days will be an exciting and fun adventure for all who participate. Together we will celebrate Troutville's designation as an Appalachian Trail Community. The two day free event will host food, music, a farmer's market, hiking on the trail, instructional clinics, kids activities, Friday night movie about the Appalachian Trail, and so much more. Visit their website for a detailed event schedule and to register for the Hiker's Hustle 5K run. Come join us at the Troutville Town Park. Be sure to bring your own chairs and blankets, but please no coolers, food or pets. Camping and thru hiker amenities available.
http://www.togetherfortroutville.com/

Passport for Kids
Saturday, June 2
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Roanoke Civic Center
FREE to attend
Bring the family out for a fun day with food, live entertainment, vendors, and an amazing children's activity area! Sponsored by Macaroni Kid and Fashionista Roanoke.
For more info: email jamiec@macaronikid.com

Home Depot Workshop
Saturday, June 2
9:00am - 12noon
Home Depot (Hershberger or Franklin Rd)
Free
These workshops teach kids do-it-yourself skills and tool safety. This week's project is to build an organizer perfect for Dad, or for holding hair bands or race cars!
http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/catalog/servlet/ContentView?pn=HT_WS_KidsWorkshops&storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053

Celebration at the Station
Saturday, June 2
10:00am - 3:00pm
O. Winston Link Museum
$5 ($4 with canned food donation)
It's Norfolk Southerns 30th Anniversary Celebration! There will be face painting, inflatables, games, popcorn, candy, food trucks, crafts, birthday cake, and much more!
www.linkmuseum.org

Bluegrass at Salem Farmer's Market
Saturday, June 2
6:00pm - 10:00pm
Salem Farmer's Market
Free
Bring your blanket or lawn chairs for a night of acoustic music.
email bluegrass-in-roanoke@comcast.net

Youth Fishing Clinic
Saturday, June 2
10:00am - 4:00pm
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Discovery Center
Free
Learn how to cast, identify fish, choose bait and tie on lines. Fishing tackle and lunch will be provided free ($3 for parents). For ages 6-14. Register with Bedford County Parks and Rec by calling 586-7682. Limited to first 200 participants.

Woofstock 2012
Saturday, June 2
10:00am - 5:00pm
Elmwood Park
Adults $5, Children under 12 & their dogs FREE
Enjoy a fun festival for families and dogs!
www.woofstockdogfestival.com

War Horse
Saturday, June 2
2:00pm
Gainsboro Library

Botetourt Children's Fishing Carnival
Saturday, June 2
9:00am to 1:00pm
Buchanan Carnival Grounds
Free
The Botetourt Children's Fishing Carnival will take place on Saturday, June 2nd from 9am to 1pm. The event will take place on the Buchanan Carnival Grounds in Buchanan, VA. Children 15 and under are invited to enjoy a multitude of activities, including but not limited to Casting Contests, Water Rescue Challenge, Kiddies Games, Gold Fish Eating Contest, tattoo art, face painting, coloring contest door prizes and much more. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Lunch will be served to children and family. Register on site. COST IS FREE.
http://www.virginia.org/Listings/EventsAndExhibits/BotetourtChildrensFishingCarnival2012/

Promote Commotion for Life Relay Event
Sunday, June 3
12:00pm - 8:00pm
Roanoke Moose Lodge #284 Family Center, 3233 Catawba Valley Drive, Salem
Fundraising event
This a great cause and great, family event! Featuring live music, vendors, food, raffles, and fun. And a special karaoke competition that even kids under 12 can get involved in!
http://promotecommotionforlife.blogspot.com/p/music-raffles-dancing-for-cause.html

67th Anniversary of D-Day
Wednesday, June 6
11:00am
National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford - 540-587-3619
Free Admission until Noon
Spend the 67th anniversary of D-Day at the National D-Day Memorial where valor, fidelity, and sacrifice are honored every day. Pay tribute to those soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice in Normandy 67 years ago and honor those veterans who lived to fight another day. There will be a ceremony at the site and tours throughout the day. Admission is free until noon.
http://www.dday.org/

SoCo Family Movie Night - The Secret World of Arrietty
Thursday, June 7
6:30pm
South County Library

Journey 2
Thursday, June 7
2:00pm
Gainsboro Library

Glenvar Summer Kick-off Picnic
Friday, June 8
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Green Hill Park
Join us at the lovely Green Hill Park to celebrate the start of summer and get registered for the summer reading program. We will have magic and games for the kids, face painting, and of course food. We are providing hot dogs, drinks, and chips. Please bring a dish to share. Be sure not to miss it, and if you would like to sign up to bring a dish please call the Glenvar library at 387-6163.

Movies at the Tower - Cars 2
Friday, June 8
6:00pm, movie begins at dusk
Wells Fargo Plaza (intersection of Salem Ave and Market St)
FREE
This week's feature: Cars 2 - Bring a chair or blanket, food and drinks (no coolers) and come watch a movie! Concessions will be available.
www.downtownroanoke.org

A Night of Jazz
Friday, June 8
7:00pm
Longwood Park Amphitheater
FREE
The Salem High School Jazz Band will be playing a wide variety of music including Big Band, Jazz, Blues and Funk. Bring you blankets and chairs and join us for night of music and fun!! Free and Open to the public.
http://www.salemva.gov/news/index.html

Insect Investigations
Saturday, June 9 (registration deadline June 4)
10:00am - 11:30am
Mill Mountain Discovery Center
$6
With nets in hand, we'll catch and release insects, so we may experience close encounters while learning about the six-legged creatures around us. Intended for children ages 5 and over. Register online at www.roanokeva.gov or call 853-1236.
For more info, contact christine.elder@roanokeva.gov

Lowe's Build and Grow - Monkey Powered Planes
Saturday, June 9 or Sunday June 10
10:00am Saturday or 2:00pm Sunday
Lowe's Stores
Free
DreamWorks is flying into Lowe’s this Summer! Your child will love building this Monkey Powered Plane straight from the Madagascar movies!
http://lowesbuildandgrow.com/pages/default.aspx

Claytor Lake Celebration of Summer Festival
Saturday, June 9
10:00am to 10:00pm
Claytor Lake State Park
$10 per vehicle, or $5 per vehicle with a five-can food donation.
Start summer off with a blast! Enjoy fireworks, live music, a car show, antique fire trucks, food vendors and live demonstrations. It's only $10 per vehicle, or $5 per vehicle with a five-can food donation. Vendor preregistration is required. Please call the Fine Arts Center of the New River Valley at 540-980-7363 or visit www.facnrv.org for more information.
http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/cla.shtml

Unplugged Gaming
Monday, June 11
4:00 pm
Melrose Library
Free
Come be a part of gaming - the kind that does not involve electricity!

Little Rangers at SML State Park
Wednesday, June 13 & Wednesday, June 27
10:30am - 11:30am
Smith Mountain Lake State Park, 1235 State Park Road, Huddleston
Free
Head to the Discovery Center to introduce your 4 - 6 year old to the wonders found in their very own back yard. Our Little Rangers will discover and explore nature through hands-on activities and crafts. Come early to pre-register.
www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/smi.shtml

Bent Mountain Summer Kick-off Picnic
Wednesday, June 13
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Bent Mountain Library
Join us at the Bent Mountain library to get the summer started! We are providing hot dogs, chips, and drinks. Please bring a dish to share. We will have magic, games and a visit from the Bent Mountain Fire station. This is a great time to sign up for summer reading and get started on your summer goals.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars
Friday, June 15
2:00 pm
Melrose Library

Relay for Life - Salem
Friday, June 15
7pm
Salem High School
Fundraising event for the American Cancer Society. Survivor Lap at 7:00pm, Luminaria Ceremony at 10:00pm. Come out and walk to show your support for cancer survivors. There will be food, raffles, and other items available that will benefit the ACS.
http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR/RelayForLife/RFLFY11National?sid=128433&type=fr_informational&pg=informational&fr_id=40846

Tyler Perry's Good Deeds
Saturday, June 16
2:00pm
Gainsboro Library

Fun Nature Games
Saturday, June 16 (registration deadline June 11)
10:00am - 11:30am
Mill Mountain Discovery Center
$6
Bring your family to the mountain for a fun-filled morning of nature games. You will play interactive games with your children all while teaching them to appreciate our natural environment. Intended for children ages 4 and over. Register online at www.roanokeva.gov or call 853-1236.
For more info, contact christine.elder@roanokeva.gov

9th Annual World War II in Miniature Display and Flag Day Event
Saturday, June 16
10:00am - 5:00pm
National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford - 540-587-3619
$7/adult, $5/child, under 6 free
On this Father’s Day weekend, treat dad to a one-of-a-kind exhibit featuring miniature World War II model planes, tanks, ships, jeeps, historic figures, and more. Sponsored by the Roanoke Valley International Plastic Modelers Society, the event includes over 100 models on display and special activities for children. Tours of the Memorial are available throughout the day. Enjoy a brief Flag Day ceremony at 11AM.
www.dday.org

Breakfast with the Animals - Feast with the Feathered
Saturday, June 16 (registration required by June 9)
8:30am
Mill Mountain Zoo
See website for cost details
Come for breakfast; stay for a great conversation with keeper staff about our feathered friends. When the chat is over, children will have the opportunity to make a fun “flock of birds” masterpiece and do a bird themed activity sheet intended to get families engaged in discovering more about the zoo’s feathered occupants.
http://mmzoo.org/Home/ZooInformation/CalendarofEvents.aspx

Salem Summer Reading Program Kickoff
Tuesday, June 19
10:00am or 1:00pm
Salem Public Library
Come and meet the famous Haredini, the puppet. This will get our Summer Reading Program started on the right (rabbit's) foot. See you there!!!
http://library.salemva.gov/AboutUs/Events.aspx

Preschool Storytime
Thursday, June 21
10:00am
Jackson Park Library
Enjoy stories and songs especially for your preschoolers.

Dragonheart
Friday, June 22
2:00pm
Melrose Library

Batty About Bats
Friday, June 22 (registration deadline June 18th)
8:00pm - 9:30pm
Mill Mountain Discovery Center
$6
If you are fascinated by these night fliers, join us to discover more about them. We will learn all about what makes bats amazing, why we need them, and how to attract them to live near (but not in) your home. Intended for children ages 4 and over. Register online at www.roanokeva.gov or call 853-1236.
For more info, contact christine.elder@roanokeva.gov

Salem After Five
Friday, June 22
5:30pm
Salem Farmers Market
$5, children under 12 are free
"Salem After Five", 5:30, "Project 4" and "The Kings", Children's Play Area and Food Court, Admission: $5/children 12 and under are free. Proceeds benefit Salem/Roanoke County Food Pantry. Sponsored by Salem Parks & Recreation, Q-99 FM, Pepsi and Aaron's. NEW this year - We will be raffling one item donated by Aaron's during each Salem After Five. The June 22nd raffle will be for a 32" Magnavox LCD TV. Raffle tickets will be $1 each and will be sold at the Salem Parks & Recreation Main Office (620 Florida Street) and Aaron's (1471 W. Main Street) the week of the concert as well as during the concert. Proceeds from the raffle will benefit Salem Parks & Recreation. (540) 375-3057.
http://www.salemva.gov/news/index.html

Lowe's Build and Grow - Madagascar 3 Luxury Assault Vehicle
Saturday, June 23 or Sunday, June 24
10:00am Saturday or 2:00pm Sunday
Lowe's Stores
Free
Alex and the gang are back this weekend! Register your child for this clinic and they can build this awesome Luxury Assault Vehicle from Madagascar 3!
http://lowesbuildandgrow.com/pages/default.aspx

Cookies for Kids' Cancer Bake Sale
Saturday, June 23
11:00am - 2:00pm
Glazed Bisque-It, 3534 Electric Rd, Roanoke
100% of donations for cookies will go to Cookies for Kids' Cancer. Help us raise money for pediatric cancer research by stopping by and purchasing some cookies at our bake sale.
For more info, email jamiec@macaronikid.com

Demolition Derby
Saturday, June 23
3:00pm - 8:00pm
Craig County Fairgrounds
For info, call 540-598-9066.

Great American Backyard Campout
Saturday, June 23
On June 23rd, thousands of families like yours will come together for a night of exploration and fun as part of Great American Backyard Campout. All you need is a taste for adventure and a desire to share the great outdoors with your children. Join us in your backyard, a park, campground or even your balcony. By registering, you'll have the opportunity to raise money for programs help connect kids to the great outdoors plus you can become eligible for Great American Backyard Campout t-shirts and more!
http://www.nwf.org/Get-Outside/Great-American-Backyard-Campout.aspx

Fire Starting 101
Saturday, June 23
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Claytor Lake State Park - Campground D Campfire Circle
No extra event fee
If you're stoked about fire, join us for a blazin' good time in honor of the Great American Backyard Campout. You'll be introduced to the essentials of campfire construction, and some really unique ways to achieve a flame! Learn how a soda can save your life, and how water can actually contribute to fire! If you're new to building campfires or an old campfire pro, you'll don't want to miss this.
http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/cla.shtml

Movies at Longwood - Zookeeper
Saturday, June 23
Movie begins at dark
Longwood Park
FREE
The first 50 families will receive a free bag of popcorn from Frito Lay. Food available to purchase from Fun Times.
http://www.salemva.gov/news/index.html

Summer Reading Program - Shadow Puppets
Monday, June 25
10:30am
Roanoke City Main Library
Come be a part of our great Dream Big, READ! Summer Reading Program and see a great Shadow Puppet Play!

Summer Reading Program - Shadow Puppets
Monday, June 25
1:00pm
Melrose Library
Come be a part of our great Dream Big, READ! Summer Reading Program and see a great Shadow Puppet Play!

Summer Reading Program - June Bug Center (Black Light Bonanza)
Tuesday, June 26
10:30am
Melrose Library
Come be a part of the great Dream Big READ! Summer Reading Program and create glowing hands as a basis for creating stories with the June Bug Center.

Stuntology
Tuesday, June 26
10:00am - 12:00pm
Salem Public Library
Stuntology- stunts, music and fun galore!
http://library.salemva.gov/AboutUs/Events.aspx

Summer Reading Program - Roanoke Children's Theater Go, Dog! Go!
Wednesday, June 27
10:30am
Raleigh Court Library
Come be a part of the great Dream Big READ! Summer Reading Program and see Go, Dog! Go a great performance by the Roanoke Children's Theatre.

Summer Reading Program - Roanoke Children's Theater Go, Dog! Go!
Wednesday, June 27
12:00pm
Williamson Road Library
Come be a part of the great Dream Big READ! Summer Reading Program and see Go, Dog! Go a great performance by the Roanoke Children's Theatre.

Summer Reading Program - Lights and Shadows
Wednesday, June 27
10:30am
Roanoke City Main Library
Come be a part of the great Dream Big READ! Summer Reading Program and experiment with Lights and Shadows with the Science Museum Of Western Virginia.

Summer Reading Program - Dome Theater
Thursday, June 28
All day
Gainsboro Library
Come be a part of the great Dream Big READ! Summer Reading Program and experience the outer space and beyond with the Dome Theater.

Summer Reading Program - June Bug Center (Black Light Bonanza)
Thursday, June 28
10:30am
Jackson Park Library
Come be a part of the great Dream Big READ! Summer Reading Program and create glowing hands as a basis for creating stories with the June Bug Center.

Buchanan Volunteer Fire Department Carnival
Thursday, June 28 to Saturday, July 7
6:30pm to 10:00pm
Downtown Buchanan
Cost Varies
Step back in time as you and your family rediscover an old fashioned 4th of July Carnival during Buchanan’s annual, Fourth of July Carnival hosted by the Buchanan Volunteer Fire Department. Activities begin each evening on the Buchanan Carnival Grounds on Lowe Street at 6:30PM. Enjoy dozens of rides, games, musical performances and great food.
http://www.townofbuchanan.com/

Summer Reading Program Movie - Wallace & Gromit in the Curse of the Wererabbit
Friday, June 29
10:30am
Roanoke City Main Library
Come watch this great family movie as part of the Summer Reading Program! RATED G

Summer Reading Program Movie - Wallace & Gromit in the Curse of the Wererabbit
Friday, June 29
2:00pm
Melrose Library
Come watch this great family movie as part of the Summer Reading Program! RATED G

Summer Reading Program - Glowing Gliders Craft
Friday, June 29
10:30am
Raleigh Court Library
Come be apart of the great
Dream Big READ! Summer Reading Program and make a Glowing Gliders Craft. Please call to register. (35 spots available)

Star City Motor Madness
Friday, June 29 & Saturday, June 30
Friday 6:00pm to 10:00pm, Saturday 10:00am to 6:00pm
Downtown Roanoke
FREE
The 11th Annual Advance Auto Parts/WRABA Star City Motor Madness is one of the biggest automotive events in Virginia this year, celebrating America’s passion for the automobile and the love of cruising. Friday, June 29, 6-10pm: Cruise on Williamson Road, Roanoke's quintessential cruise route, featuring thousands of unique automobiles, trucks and motorcycles, music, food, and displays. Saturday, June 30, 10am-6pm: Car and Truck Show in downtown Roanoke. Over 400 cars are expected, plus music, food and automotive displays.
http://www.starcitymotormadness.com/

Big Miracle
Saturday, June 30
2:00pm
Gainsboro Library

Radical Reptiles
Saturday, June 30 (registration deadline June 25th)
10:00am - 11:30am
Mill Mountain Discovery Center
$6
Are you ready for a radical time? Learn all about what makes a reptile a reptile, scales and all. We will meet some resident reptiles at the Discovery Center, and best of all...you will be able to watch the amazing way a snake eats! Intended for children ages 4 and over. Register online at www.roanokeva.gov or call 853-1236.
For more info, contact christine.elder@roanokeva.gov