Check out these observances for Veterans Day.

This scout spearheaded a project that brought new life to a pet cemetery.

Don Mustard is the service officer for DAV Chapter 8 and VFW Post 8184.

Ken West is a professor at Lynchburg College. His book, ‘The Shelbys,’ has been translated into Indonesian and Czech. Readers may write to West in care of The News & Advance, P.O. Box 10129, Lynchburg, VA 24506.

The following are some events related to veterans and Veterans Day.

Halal Market fills a big need for Muslim famIlies.

OK, so the plot is beyond predictable, but the delivery, well, delivers.

A triple-threat Glass grad will speak in an ‘Inside the Actor’s Studio’-type forum.

Combine dance, music and sculpture, and you’ve got Mark Magruder’s upcoming show

Opera on the James’ next production showcases an age-old theme.

From a glass-blowing demonstration to a new show at the Lynchburg Art Club, this First Friday has lots of offerings.

Son’s carvings described as ‘Queena Stovall in 3-D’

Don Davis is an Extension Agent for the Virginia Cooperative Extension. He can be reached by calling 455-3740.

Thelma Dalmas, a naturalist, writes a weekly column for The News & Advance. Readers may e-mail her at

The Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra has two events coming up.

Get the 4-1-1 on two shows, one at Randolph College and the other in Bedford.

The indie rockers The Alternate Routes are on tour on the East Coast.

Former Garth Brooks guitarist and backup vocalist Ty England has taken his solo show out on the road, with a stop in Lynchburg scheduled.

What to do with 2,200 pounds of antlers? Ask David Kilmartin.

Ken West is a professor at Lynchburg College. His book, ‘The Shelbys,’ has been translated into Indonesian and Czech. Readers may write to West in care of The News & Advance, P.O. Box 10129, Lynchburg, VA 24506.

Go behind the scenes of ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire’ with contestant and Forest resident Cristy Lecik.

Nature’s past is present at the Virginia Museum of Natural History

This venue has a cooperative spirit.

Check out these events around the area.

At Jamie DeBree’s house, grass skirts, palm trees and parrots pass for Halloween decorations.

This play is all about the fences in minds and hearts.

Check out these Halloween events.

Got a Halloween party to plan? Read on ...

Still have a jack o’ lantern to carve? Here are some tips.

Thigh-high stockings, midriff-baring tops and 3-inch heels - even Halloween costumes have been Lolita-ized.