Club News

The Grayson County Historical Society will hold its annual Christmas social and board member election on Sunday, Dec. 9 at 5 p.m. at the home of Jim and Amelia Waller.

All Historical Society members and those interested in becoming members are invited to attend. Join the group in celebrating the society’s accomplishments in 2012 and to hear about their exciting plans in store for 2013. GCHS is currently seeking additional board members.

Toys for Tots is bringing new toys to the children of economically challenged families in Carroll and Grayson Counties and the City of Galax. Local organizations and businesses have begun raising funds and collecting toys for the children.

Anyone interested in birding is invited to meet with the Blue Ridge Birders group on Saturday, Nov. 17 at 10:30 a.m. at the Grayson County Public Library.

A presentation will be delivered by Tom and Delieta Guy of Fries about a birding and nature trail that is to be established along the New River in Fries. The trail would include opportunities for nature education with schools and other groups.

Members come from Alleghany and Ashe Counties in North Carolina, and Grayson and Carroll Counties in Virginia. For more information, call Bill Perkins at (276) 237-6490.

GALAX - Farmers and ranchers are urged to participate in this year’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) County Committee Elections by casting their vote and returning their ballot. This year’s election will be held in Local Administrative Area (LAA) 3, which includes the following areas: Providence, Baywood, Oldtown, Woodlawn, Laurel and West Hillsville.