Smith Mountain Lake is comprised of several smaller communities that keep the area a thriving and uniquely growing hub of the East. One of the communities, EastLake Business Association is currently working on its Membership Drive.  If issues of tourism/economic development impact your business, consider joining by visiting www.eastlake-sml.com.  Visit their new website at www.destinationsml.org and don’t forget the Spring Social:  Friday, 4/23 from 6-8 on the Virginia Dare.  $10 for members. Free for new members with membership donation.

Come out and join in the Bedford Humane Society fundraiser; Bedrock Tattooz Poker Run 2010. Help take care of abandoned animals by participation and have a great time as well. It will be held on May 22nd, rain or shine at 9:30am. Cost is $20 per driver, $10 rider, breakfast and dinner included!  Winning hand will receive a cash prize of $250. For more info. call 540-586-2445 or visit www.bedfordhumanesociety.petfinder.org.

EastLake Community Church is excited to announce the agreement to purchase and major renovation of the Old Shop-Rite Building and the Village Plaza located at 1118 and 1126 Hendricks Store Rd.  We look forward to a late Summer early Fall grand opening.  www.elcchurch.com.

Sellavision Media and SMLTV are pleased to announce their 2 newest locations hosted by Bridgewater Marina and Hot shots. They appreciate Roy Enslow and Jeff Shott for embracing Smith Mountain Lake Television and helping to spread lake news. Stop by and see the new screens for yourself.

Have you read the Definitive Guide to Smith Mountain Lake Real Estate by Paul T. Moore? Readers give wonderful reviews about it’s value to them as lake residents. You can also use the book as a moneymaking tool by recommending it to your customers and or friends!  Purchase the books wholesale for $4, and then sell them for $10.  Email Paul for more information – paul.moore@smithmountainhomes.com.

May 29, 30, & 31 is the time to visit Brooks Mill Winery for their Wine, Cheese, and Chocolate Open House.  (Memorial Day Weekend)  Award winning wines will be paired with various cheeses and chocolates for your tasting pleasure. You can read more about them at www.brooksmillwinery.com  or call 540-721-5215 for more information.