May

May 2024

THURSDAY, MAY 2

• 5 p.m. — “Let’s Taco-Bout Your Business”, Luray-Page County Chamber of Commerce’s 98th annual Banquet and Awards, Stoneyman Valley Ranch, 283 Pollock Road, Luray. Cocktail hour, dinner, silent auction, awards. Cost $75 per person.

• 6 p.m. — LHS baseball, softball, girls soccer v. Clarke, Bulldog Field and LHS softball field

FRIDAY, MAY 3

• 6 p.m. — PCHS baseball/softball v. Strasburg, PCHS baseball and softball fields

• 7 p.m. — PCHS girls soccer v. Strasburg, Panther Stadium

• 7:30 p.m. — “Charlotte’s Web,” Trackside Theater, 32-B East Main Street, Luray, tickets $15 for adults and $7.50 for students at the door or online, community theater for the whole family.

SATURDAY, MAY 4

• 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Daughter of the Stars Farmers Market, Luray Market, 18 Campbell Street at the Luray-Page County Visitors Center at the Depot.

• 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — BBQ chicken sale, Luray Ruritan Club, chicken halves $6, chicken cooked early that day at fairgrounds and then sold at two locations on Main Street in Luray — Dollar General parking lot (near Hardees) and across Main Street from the West Luray Recreation Center (a.k.a. – “The Rec”); all profits go directly toward Luray Ruritan projects throughout the year to better the community. Luray Ruritans Club meets monthly on the first Thursday at the Luray United Methodist Church fellowship hall. Meetings include meals at 6:30 p.m. The public is invited to join the Club to learn more about their work.

SUNDAY, MAY 5

• 3 p.m. — “Charlotte’s Web,” Trackside Theater, 32-B East Main Street, Luray, tickets $15 for adults and $7.50 for students at the door or online, community theater for the whole family.

MONDAY, MAY 6

• 7 p.m. — Page County Board of Supervisors, work session, Board Room, County Government Center, 103 South Court Street (2nd Floor), Luray.

TUESDAY, MAY 7

• 7 p.m. — LHS boys soccer v. Strasburg, Bulldog Field

• 7 p.m. — PCHS boys soccer v. Mountain View, Panther Stadium

WEDNESDAY, MAY 8

• 5 p.m. — PCHS boys and girls track v. Luray and multiple schools, Panther Stadium

• 7:30 p.m. — Stanley Council meeting, Town Hall, 278 East Main Street

FRIDAY, MAY 10

• 5 p.m. — LHS baseball/softball v. PCHS, Bulldog Field and LHS softball field

• 5:30 p.m. — LHS boys soccer v. PCHS, Bulldog Field

• 7 p.m. — LHS girls soccer v. PCHS, Bulldog Field

SATURDAY, MAY 11

• 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Daughter of the Stars Farmers Market, Shenandoah Market, 736 Fourth Street at Big Gem Park.

• 7-9 p.m. — Praise in the Park, Ed Good Memorial Park, Stanley

MONDAY, MAY 13

• 7 p.m. — Luray Council, regular meeting, Town Hall, 45 East Main Street

TUESDAY, MAY 14

• 8:30-10 a.m. — Industry Council ~ Professional Services, owners and managers (Accounting/Tax Services, Banks and Financial/Investment Services, Insurance, and Real Estate/Property Management), Luray-Page County Chamber. Great way for your voice to be heard. Contribute to shaping initiatives that directly impact our local business landscape, network with other industry members, and discover resources and support services available to your business. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to events@luraypage.com or to (540) 743-3915 by Monday, May 13.

• 6 p.m. — LHS baseball, softball, girls soccer v. Central, Bulldog Field and LHS softball field

• 6:30 p.m. — Movies on Main, FREE movie, New Page Theater, Downtown Luray

WEDNESDAY, MAY 15

• 2-3 p.m. — WiseChoice Healthcare Alliance meeting, Chamber worked with Virginia Chamber of Commerce to present first Multiple Employer Welfare Arrangement (MEWA) in the state. Formed from a 30-year partnership between the Chamber and Anthem, WiseChoice Healthcare Alliance is designed to help drive healthcare engagement and literacy that can lead to improved long-term health and lower healthcare costs. WiseChoice offers clients/employees an alternative to Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans. These medically underwritten plans offer hassle-free access to quality care and lower costs. It’s an important step in expanding access to better health coverage for small businesses, which account for over 90% of employers in the state. To learn more about WiseChoice and who the brokers are in our area please register to attend our zoom meeting. RSVP by Monday, May 13 to (540) 743-3915 or gina.hilliard@luraypage.com. Once you register, we will email the zoom link.

THURSDAY, MAY 16

• 5:30-7 p.m. — Business After Hours – South Court Inn Bed and Breakfast, and Wisteria Farm and Vineyard, 160 South Court Street, Luray. Designed for professionals seeking to expand their network and forge meaningful connections, this gathering offers a relaxed and welcoming environment to foster collaboration and growth, as well as a chance to explore new businesses and Chamber Members. Make sure to bring your business cards for networking and to be entered in door prize raffles. If you’re interested in joining us, RSVP by Tuesday, May 14, to events@luraypage.com or (540) 743-3915.

FRIDAY, MAY 17

• 10 a.m. — Daughter of the Stars Theater and Cultural Center, grand opening and ribbon cutting, 186 E. Main Street, Stanley (parking lot in back). Tour of renovations and catch a glimpse of the exciting lineup for the upcoming 2024 season. There will be door prizes and light refreshments served. If you’d like to join us in welcoming this new organization to the Page County Business Community, RSVP by Wednesday, May 15, to events@luraypage.com or (540) 743-3915.

SATURDAY, MAY 18

• 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Daughter of the Stars Farmers Market, Luray Market, 18 Campbell Street at the Luray-Page County Visitors Center at the Depot.

• 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Garden Lover’s Day, Birdsong Pleasure Garden, 1414 Longs Road, Luray, free parking, local artisans, refreshments, rain or shine, $15 per person (includes one raffle ticket), garden tours, unique garden plantings, soothing water features, plant sale (trees, shrubs, natives, house plants), proceeds benefit environmental scholarships.

MONDAY, MAY 20

• 7 p.m. — Page County Board of Supervisors, regular meeting, Board Room, County Government Center, 103 South Court Street (2nd Floor), Luray.

TUESDAY, MAY 21

• 8:30-10 a.m. — Industry Council ~ Medical Services, owners and managers (Doctors & Medical Practices and Housing/Assisted Living), Luray-Page County Chamber. Great way for your voice to be heard. Contribute to shaping initiatives that directly impact our local business landscape, network with other industry members, and discover resources and support services that are available to your business. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to events@luraypage.com or to (540) 743-3915 by Monday, May 20.

FRIDAY, MAY 24

• 4-6 p.m. — Town of Shenandoah 2024 Memorial Festival ~ Shenandoah Volunteer Fire Department, food and games, Carnival Grounds.

• 5-7 p.m. — Town of Shenandoah 2024 Memorial Festival ~ Steamed Shrimp, Shenandoah Moose

• 6-9 p.m. — Town of Shenandoah 2024 Memorial Festival ~ Cruz-In, First Street

• 7-8:30 p.m. — Town of Shenandoah 2024 Memorial Festival ~ Flag Retirement, Veterans Park

SATURDAY, MAY 25

• 8 a.m. — Town of Shenandoah 2024 Memorial Festival ~ Yard and Bake Sale at Shenandoah Pentecostal Holiness Church from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Yard Sale, Crafts, Vendors, Food along First Street from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Town of Shenandoah 2024 Memorial Festival ~ Petting Zoo, River Park

• 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Daughter of the Stars Farmers Market, Shenandoah Market, 736 Fourth Street at Big Gem Park.

• 10 a.m. — Town of Shenandoah 2024 Memorial Festival ~ Car/Truck/Tractor Show at KVK Precision Specialties from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Memorial Walk at VFW, followed by Memorial Service at VFW at 10:15 a.m.; Dog Show at Carnival Grounds from 10 a.m. to noon; Book Sale at Shenandoah Community Library from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Lake Arrowhead Beach opens for season, Lake Arrowhead

• 11:30 a.m. — Hawksbill Pool opens for season, 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, Hawksbill Park, Stanley

• 12 p.m. — Town of Shenandoah 2024 Memorial Festival ~ Garden Workshop from 12-1 p.m., Shenandoah Community Library

• 1 p.m. — Town of Shenandoah 2024 Memorial Festival ~ Children’s Parade, River Park

• 4 p.m. — Town of Shenandoah 2024 Memorial Festival ~ Parade, First Street

• 5-10 p.m. — Town of Shenandoah 2024 Memorial Festival ~ Shenandoah Volunteer Fire Department, food and games, Carnival Grounds.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 29

• 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Chamber Travel – Italy Trip, information session, Luray-Page County Chamber in Luray, exciting FREE Chamber Travel Information orientation. Dive into the details of our upcoming October 2024 trip to Italy. Our presentation will showcase the enchanting itinerary and highlight the breathtaking experiences awaiting in Italy. Trip Details: Includes roundtrip international airfare & tax, 9-day deluxe tour package, 4 & 5-star hotel accommodation, breakfast & lunch, deluxe bus transportation, fluent English-speaking tour guides, and entrance fees to attractions for a low cost of Chamber members: $3,399 and non-members: $3,499. If interested in attending, please RSVP to events@luraypage.com or to (540) 743-3915 by Tuesday, May 28.

THURSDAY, MAY 30

• 5:30-7 p.m. — Women in Business ~ Picnic at Birdsong Pleasure Garden, unforgettable evening of empowerment, inspiration, and connection. Whether you’re seeking professional networking opportunities, personal growth, or simply a moment of relaxation, this event promises to rejuvenate your spirit and uplift your soul with a tour of the Gardens and catering by Main Street Bakery & Catering. Parking will be located across the street at 1414 Longs Road, Luray. Please park in the open field and follow the path to the gardens. Chamber Members $20; Potential Members $30. If you’re interested in attending, RSVP to events@luraypage.com or to (540) 743-3915 by Tuesday, May 28.