March 2, 2009 to March 8, 2009

The snow finally made its way to Roanoke! Make snowmen, wage snowball war, or go find the steepest slope you can and slide down that sucker! Today is a day not to be spent inside (except for that oh occasional hot cocoa break). Enjoy it. And when your muscles ache tonight and all the roads have been cleared, you’ll appreciate the first event on this list:

TODAY

Stretch, Strengthen, & Relax

TIME: 5:30pm
PLACE: The Water Heater, 813 5th Street SW, Roanoke, VA
PRICE: $5
DETAILS: Combining fundamentals of yoga and pilates, this class focuses on strength and flexibility and attention to breath and alignment while exploring movement practices that integrate the freedom and function of the muskulo-skeletal system. Every Monday.

TUESDAY

Pee-Wee Picassos

TIME: 4pm
PLACE: Taubman Museum of Art, 110 Salem Avenue SE, Roanoke, VA
PRICE: $60-$75
DETAILS: 6-8 year olds. Even young children can be inspired by famous artists. Each class explores a new artist or style through fun facts and visuals. Students will then have a chance to create their own artwork inspired by these styles and artists. Every Tuesday through March 17th.

WEDNESDAY

French Film Festival

TIME: 7pm
PLACE: Hollins University, Roanoke, VA
PRICE: FREE
DETAILS: Featuring four films by acclaimed director Patrice Leconte. Ryan Mottesheard of “IndieWIRE” wrote: “you could even argue that no other foreign filmmaker (including Pedro Almodovar) has had as strong of an impact on U.S. arthouses.” All films are in French provided with English subtitles.

The Infamous Stringdusters

TIME: 8pm
PLACE: Kirk Avenue Music Hall, 22 Kirk Avenue SW, Roanoke, VA
PRICE: $12-$15
DETAILS: Poised to become the most talented and creative new band on the bluegrass scene, the band consists of six very unique, professional players who are steeped in the tradition of bluegrass vocal harmony as well as the progressive edge of instrumental music.

THURSDAY

“The Listening Project” and Bao Phi

TIME: 7pm
PLACE: Hollins University, Roanoke, VA
PRICE: $5-$7
DETAILS: A captivating cinematic journey around the world in search of the meaning of America. The film follows four Americans through 14 countries asking, “What do you think of America?” as they encounter fascinating characters who reveal the impact of the US on their lives.

Cahalen David Morrison and Molly Venter

TIME: 8pm
PLACE: The Water Heater, 813 5th Street SW, Roanoke, VA
PRICE: TBA
DETAILS: Morrison plays multipleinstruments brilliantly, [his] voice is steady and he tells a hellovamean story. -Chris (The Colorado Sound, KRFC Fort Collins). Molly Venter’s deep, soulful voice seems larger than her small frame could possibly produce.

FRIDAY

Paleface

TIME: 8pm
PLACE: The Water Heater, 813 5th Street SW, Roanoke, VA
PRICE: $5
DETAILS: Live at The Water Heater, all ages. The dynamic duo featuring Paleface himself and darling drummer Monica “Mo” Samalot charm audiences coast to coast with their high energy performances, honest & refreshing lyrics, and their raw yet full folk-core sound.

SATURDAY

Mill Mountain Challenge

TIME: 7am (8hr race), 11am (4hr race)
PLACE: Mill Mountain Star / Discovery Center, Roanoke, VA
PRICE: $30-$60
DETAILS: A hiking / orienteering race using a map and compass to find different check points in the woods. Each place will have a different point value. The person or team with the most points wins. This is a great time for families, boy scouts or anyone that loves the outdoors.

Wayne Henderson and Helen White

TIME: 7pm
PLACE: Taubman Museum of Art, 110 Salem Avenue SE, Roanoke, VA
PRICE: $18-$20
DETAILS: Henderson’s top-notch fingerpicking has been enjoyed from Carnegie Hall to seven nations in Asia. He is a master luthier, creating guitars and mandolins, and regarded as “probably the most masterful guitar maker in this whole United States.”

SUNDAY

Illstyle & Peace

TIME: 2pm
PLACE: Jefferson Center, 541 Luck Avenue SW, Roanoke, VA
PRICE: $1-$16
DETAILS: Daredevil Dancing. Urban flavor. Hip-hop style. This multicultural dance company fuses the moves and spirit of hip-hop with a multitude of musical expression including acrobatics, tap, ballet, and vocal percussion. Children under 12 get in for only $1!