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 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Food Lion, Feeding Southwest Virginia team up to support Manna Ministries pantry Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Opera Roanoke’s longtime artistic director prepares for last performance Denise Membreno September 11, 2025