If other folks at Smith Mountain Lake have been as eagerly awaiting the release of the Lake Effects movie as I have, you will be glad to see this new website about the movie! As most of you know the SML Community pitched in to help Life Out Loud Films produce a movie based on [...]

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Looking to make some good late summer memories of your time at Smith Mountain Lake? Then the Beach Pavilion is just the place for you on Saturday, August 27th. That is when the Friends of Smith Mountain Lake State Park will provide another great evening of Music in the Park! No doubt the performances by Wound Tight and The [...]

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Smith Mountain Lake’s current claim to fame, the production of the movie, “Lake Effects”, has reached a turning point. The filming has been completed (on schedule) and is currently in the final editing process in Los Angeles. You can see a list of cast/crew credits and other details at Life Out Loud Films website. The [...]

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Here is the latest Smith Mountain Lake event that you will not want to miss, especially if you enjoy arts, crafts and fine wine. Come and join the fun this weekend at Savoy-Lee Winery!  On Sunday you can meet local artist Linda Exley as she works on painting recycled wine bottles that have been turned [...]

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When I first read this in some newsy email about Smith Mountain Lake I had to go and verify that it was true: Liza Minnelli w/ the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra! Hard to believe someone so famous is going to be just down the road from Smith Mountain Lake. But sure enough you can buy tickets for Friday, September [...]

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There is a wide variety in taste as far as art goes and the art shows this month at Smith Mountain Lake may not appeal to everyone. However, if you don’t take a look or at least research the artist’s style you will never know what you may be missing. The Little Gallery is proud [...]

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Smith Mountain Lake boasts many evidences of the arts in a variety of formats for those who enjoy art. While some appreciate modern art in the form of paintings, others like sculpture or watercolors. Whatever your favorite art may be, come and experience something new at the Garden Party in Bedford every day until July 31st. [...]

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Announcement to Smith Mountain Lake Community, from movie Producer Sara E. Timmins: I am happy to announce that Lake Effects has officially green lighted and will be produced in the Fall of 2010.   I feel so honored to have such a wonderful group of investors who believe in this film and for the abundance of community support [...]

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Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy and Lake Christian Ministries have put together a Grand Winter Gala Charity Art Show and Auction for March 6th, 2010. This creative benefit for the two local ministries promises to be a ton of fun, with a gourmet chef dinner, live entertainment and a very unique auction. Grand Home Furnishings [...]

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The Little Gallery at Smith Mountain Lake has a great schedule of fun for the holidays! Over the next few weeks you can join them for a variety of interesting activities.  On Wednesday, November 18th from 5 to 7:30 at Westlake you can bring your female friends for the Ladies Night Out. Then on Nov. 28 from 1 – 4pm. [...]

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