It is hard to believe it is time for 4th of July celebrations at Smith Mountain Lake again. But no matter how old we are we never lose our enjoyment of big sparkling lights and colorful explosions in the night. Watching the fireworks at the lake just adds another amazing dimension to the fun because [...]

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Near Smith Mountain Lake in Bedford County, there are plans for a marvelous event underway. The Horse & Hound Wine Festival is to be held on July 10th on the grounds of  Johnson’s Orchards located in scenic Bedford, Va . Tickets are now available for this exciting event. Check www.BedfordWine.com for locations or ordering online.  There will be [...]

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Some of the things going on at Smith Mountain Lake may have been passed over the first time you read them, so we are re-posting a couple of things that really need to be remembered, acted on or passed around to your neighbors. Take a look…  Sign up for your 2011 Smith Mountain Lake License Plate [...]

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The summer sun turns Smith Mountain Lake into a gorgeous playground for water lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. There are a thousand fabulous things to do at the lake in this beautiful season and it is good to breath the fresh air and exercise our bodies. It is important to remember however, that there can be some [...]

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The summer is so full of promise at Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia. The air is clear, the water is blue, vacation time is coming, tons of fun things to do in the area, and plenty of gorgeous hot weather to enjoy it all. Just don’t forget that same beautiful hot sun can be very dangerous. [...]

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Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia is a marvelous place to live, to visit or even to look at on the internet. If you are lucky enough to own a piece of SML real estate you know what I mean. If you are still looking for your bit of paradise on the lake, then this You Tube [...]

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Calling all gardeners at Smith Mountain Lake who are tenderly and eagerly watching all those veggies getting ready to bear the marvelous fruits of your labors.  Here are some very tasty recipes to try on your family that can be made with produce fresh from your garden. Tomato Cherry Beans 1 and a half pounds fresh green beans 1 1/2 Cups [...]

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We recently received a letter that we thought was important to pass on to our readers:  DEAR FRIENDS, PLEASE EVERYONE, A LOCAL TRADITION MAY BE ENDED DUE TO LACK OF VOLUNTEERS. THE SMITH MOUNTAIN CHARITY HOME TOUR MAY HAVE ITS LAST YEAR THIS FALL IF ENOUGH VOLUNTEERS ARE NOT FOUND!  THE SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE CHARITY [...]

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Near Smith Mountain Lake is a famous monument to an incredible person, Booker T. Washington. If you don’t know Mr. Washington’s story, visit the Booker T. Website for an interesting read. In the meantime, come join us as the Booker T. Washington National Monument celebrates Juneteenth on Saturday, June 19th from 1:00-4:00 p.m.  There will [...]

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When folks come to Smith Mountain Lake looking for the piece of real estate where they can put down roots and create a “home”, they are looking for a variety of features. Well for those of you who want an idyllic spot to live while you craft and shape the home you have fantasized about, [...]

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