The Nutcracker, Christmas Belles and more this weekend Gene Marrano December 7, 2022 1 min read From the WFIR News room this is your Culture Calendar – sponsored by the Roanoke Arts Commission – roanokearts.org. With a look at some of the events coming up this weekend and in the near future. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Governor Youngkin’s proposal could mean big things for area businessNext: Poll asks Virginians whether economy or democracy bigger issue Related Stories 2 min read Spanberger leads Earle-Sears by 12 Points in Virginia governor’s race, new poll finds Ian Price September 18, 2025 5 min read Roanoke County Superintendent Ken Nicely announces retirement Web Staff September 18, 2025 1 min read Million Dollar Quartet opens, Opera Roanoke’s 50th birthday bash and music in the garden Gene Marrano September 17, 2025