Roanoke restaurant set to host its first block party in 16 months Ian Price August 6, 2021 1 min read Image: Martin’s Downtown Facebook A downtown restaurant and bar known for its block parties is getting set for its first such event in 16 months. “Martin’s Downtown” brings back block parties tomorrow with “a celebration of Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead” Share: Continue Reading Previous: Northam: public school students and staff should be masked per state lawNext: Closer look at Dharma Pharmaceuticals trip to opening in Salem Related Stories 1 min read Free workshop aims to boost farm sales and CSA profitability Ian Price May 30, 2025 1 min read Virginia consumer sentiment dips again; uncertainty over tariffs a driver Gene Marrano May 29, 2025 1 min read The 24th annual Roanoke Lebanese Festival returns this Friday through Sunday Gene Marrano May 28, 2025