Book event at Grandin; Dear Nannie and free opera at Mill Mountain Gene Marrano April 12, 2023 1 minute 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. Share: Post navigation Previous: Resolution for abortion access fizzled after one councilman voted in supportNext: Virginia Rep. Jennifer Wexton reveals Parkinson’s diagnosis Related Stories 1 minute read 9-year-old girl seriously injured in Roanoke crash Web Staff January 17, 2026 0 2 minutes read Science Museum confirms it will leave Center in the Square by end of 2026 Ian Price January 16, 2026 0 4 minutes read City of Salem officials react to Yokohama Tire imminent closure announcement at Salem plant, with 392 layoffs announced Ian Price January 16, 2026 0