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Independance Day at the Lake

June 30th, 2009 · 1 Comment

The annual Smith Mountain Lake Fireworks and Fire Company Fundraiser will take place at Parkway Marina in Huddleston on Saturday, July 4.  These fireworks are usually some of the best in on the East Coast. 
But the 4th of July is not just about fireworks. There will be an entire weekend of fun activities, including live music [...]

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Music For Summer 2009

June 24th, 2009 · Comment Now!

One thing I don’t think I will ever tire of, are the fun and fantastic offerings of musical talent at Smith Mountain Lake. I love the great diversity of style and presentation and the beauty of each unique artist and their songs. Over the years I have learned to appreciate many types or genres of music [...]

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Golfing On the Lake

June 18th, 2009 · Comment Now!

I am not a big golfer, but I know beauty when I see it and Smith Mountain Lake’s Mariner’s Landing is a gorgeous golf course.
Listed as one of the “Best Places To Play” in the 2008/2009 Golf Digest, this 18 hole championship golf course is a must for those who appreciate the sport. Mariners Landing [...]

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Blue Ridge Brawl at SML

April 21st, 2009 · Comment Now!

The Smith Mountain Lake Bassmaster Elite Series tournament will be held from April 23-26 this spring. In case you are not familiar with this tournament, it is the most prestigious and competitive circuit in professional bass fishing.
The tournaments are so popular that they are on tv on Saturdays on ESPN2. The “Blue Ridge Brawl”, as [...]

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SML Triathlon 12th Anniversary

April 17th, 2009 · Comment Now!

This year marks the 12th Anniversary of the Appalachian Power Smith Mountain Lake Triathlon. I know many in our area eagerly look forward to this challenging and exciting competition, and this year the race will be as great as ever.
The entire race is composed of a 750 meter swim, 20K bike course and a 5K [...]

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Dinner and a Magic Show

April 7th, 2009 · Comment Now!

Is there anyone at Smith Mountain Lake who would not enjoy a little magic in their life?
Friday, April 10th at Mariners Landing you can invite a little magic into your day by making reservations for “Dinner & Magic Show”.  You will appreciate both the featured Magician, Greg Coudoures who will be performing live – as [...]

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St. Patrick’s Day

March 13th, 2009 · Comment Now!

Enjoy Saint Patrick’s Day this year in the Smith Mountain Lake, Va. area by joining in some of the local festivities mentioned below. But who was Saint Patrick you may ask.
History believes Patrick was originally born in Wales as Maewyn Succat. When he was about sixteen he was captured by Irish raiders and stolen from his home and taken [...]

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Don’t Forget Your Valentine

February 7th, 2009 · Comment Now!

You can’t go wrong by planning a special gift or surprise for your loved one on Valentine’s Day. The only dilemma is how to choose which of the wonderful opportunities to take advantage of at Smith Mountain Lake this Valentine’s Day. Will you choose a romantic get-away, wine and chocolates, a concert in the city, [...]

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Christmas Happenings

December 9th, 2008 · Comment Now!

It is hard to believe, but once again Christmas is just around the bend at Smith Mountain Lake and many fun and exciting things are planned during the month of December. If you are aware of any grand happenings that we have neglected to post, please leave us a comment.
Model Train Display at Bedford Museum – Saturday, [...]

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Fall Sailing Regatta

October 8th, 2008 · Comment Now!

This weekend in Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia, you can enjoy a sailboat race from the vantage point of land or water. If you are a sailing enthusiast, you may want to enter the Fall Sailing Regatta. If you are like me and just love the water and watching the boaters do their thing, you can [...]

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