Martinsville Local Desk

Piedmont Arts hosts a public opening reception for new exhibits, with a 6:15 p.m. gallery talk by COLLECTive Concerns curator and artist Reni Gower and Chris Gregson, complimentary

The Martinsville-Henry County YMCA lists afterschool registration steps, school sites, hours and 2026-27 weekly rates for local families.

P&HCC Productions and the Charity League present the opening performance of DreamWorks' Trolls The Musical Jr.; additional performances are scheduled August 8 and 9.

Martinsville-Henry County Tourism lists Straight Shot performing live at Tequila's Sports Bar & Grill on Saturday evening.

Patrick & Henry Community College says its 2025-26 year included Aspen recognition, new grant funding, workforce programs and 475 graduates.

The National Weather Service says a Flood Watch remains in effect through Monday evening for Henry, Patrick, Pittsylvania, Franklin, Roanoke and nearby counties.

Free community festival on East Main Street with more than 160 local vendors, seven food trucks, live music, street performers, a kids zone, community acts, and downtown merchants.

Drop-in crayon bookmark craft at High Point Museum's Little Red Schoolhouse. The city listing notes the event is free and open to all ages.

High Point Museum costumed interpreters demonstrate historical bathing, hygiene, uniform cleaning, and plant-based freshening practices from the 18th and 19th centuries.

High Point Museum hosts a National Ice Cream Day activity where participants make ice cream in a bag. The city calendar notes the event runs noon to 2 p.m. or while supplies last.

Costumed blacksmith demonstration at the High Point Museum's Blacksmith Shop. The city calendar lists the event as free, all-ages, and drop-in.

Hunter Haskins presents a local history program on Howard Kester, his Henry County roots, ministry, labor organizing, and civil-rights work.

A music-based bingo night where players mark song titles on a Singo card as clips are played.

Free fly-tying class at the Philpott Lake Visitor Center. Smith River Trout Unlimited leads each class, all supplies are provided, and all are welcome. Participants can register by

Monthly all-ages storytime with special readers, crafts, and other activities. The August theme is Under the Apple Tree, and no registration is needed.

Monthly third-Saturday cruise-in with classic cars, muscle cars, rat rods, motorcycles, themed nights, music, and community activities. The July 18 event is listed as Touch-A-Truck

Piedmont Arts lists a free America 250 Family Day with a birthday-party theme, bounce house, games, DIY party hats, an etching craft, and snacks.

The Rotary Club's TGIF Concert Series continues at West Piedmont Higher Education Center with the Legendz Tribute Band, food service, and beer available for purchase.

The Henry County Fair returns to Martinsville Speedway with food, family activities, entertainment, attractions, and traditional 4-H competitions.

Community event: Patrick County Library Family Movies - July 27Patrick County Library's July family movie program continues with an afternoon showing on July 27.Date: 2026-07-27Time: 3:30 PMLocation: Patrick Coun...

Community event: Yoga Flow with Ally Snead at Reynolds Homestead - July 29Beginner-friendly Yoga Flow session with Ally Snead at Reynolds Homestead, part of a summer series.Date: 2026-07-29Time: 6:00 PM - 7:15 PMLocat...

Community event: Movies in the Park: The Super Mario Galaxy MovieHenry County's free Movies in the Park series continues with bingo, music, and games before an outdoor showing of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.Date...

Community event: Patrick County Library Senior Social - Christmas in JulyPatrick County Library hosts a Senior Social with Christmas in July arts and crafts.Date: 2026-07-24Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMLocation: Patrick C...

Community event: Patrick Henry Saddle Club Summer Celebration Show SeriesCommunity horse show with registration beginning at 9 AM and show activities starting at 10 AM.Date: 2026-08-08Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMLocation: ...

Community event: Smith River FestAnnual outdoor festival celebrating the Smith River with paddling, fishing, vendors, biking, trail activities, and the Helgramite Hustle 5K Mud Run.Date: 2026-08-22Time: 10:00 AM - 4:0...

Community event: SINGO! at Scuffle Hill BrewingMusic bingo event listed on the official Martinsville-Henry County tourism calendar.Date: 2026-07-16Time: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PMLocation: Scuffle Hill Brewing CompanyAddress: ...

Community event: Boot Scootin' & Groovin' Line Dancing & Free LessonsLine dancing night with free lessons, listed on the official Martinsville-Henry County tourism calendar.Date: 2026-07-15Time: 8:00...

Community event: Lexington County Blowfish vs Martinsville MustangsMartinsville Tourism lists this Coastal Plain League baseball game at Hooker Field at Lou Whitaker Park.Date: 2026-07-27Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PMLocati...