Friends is planning a “Roanoke Mountain Funfest” Gene Marrano September 25, 2014 1 minute read Saturday is National Public Lands Day – and Friends of the Blue Ridge Parkway in Roanoke is planning a “Roanoke Mountain Funfest” this Saturday from 10 to 2… as WFIR’s Gene Marrano explains: Share: Post navigation Previous: Poll finds Gillespie portrayal of Warner as Obama rubber stamp not clicking with VA votersNext: BREAKING: Suspect captured in case of missing UVa student Related Stories Twisted Track Brewpub to host free speed dating event Ian Price February 10, 2026 0 RIDE launched to provide regular 24/7 transportation for Roanoke’s homeless population Gene Marrano February 9, 2026 0 PETA applauds dozens of animal cruelty indictments against Natural Bridge Zoo owners, staff Web Staff February 9, 2026 0