I noticed recently that my daffodils are several inches above the ground. It is early for them considering the extremely cold weather we have had at Smith Mountain Lake this winter. I guess sometimes nature feels as eager for spring …
Job Opportunities at the Lake
Check out the Smith Mountain Lake Chamber of Commerce job search feature. Many of our residents may not be aware of the free job posting/job search feature on the Chamber’s website. This feature can be of great benefit to those …
Breakfast on Valentine’s Day
It is Valentine’s Day and Smith Mountain Lake abounds with wonderful restaurants and ideas for any and every choice of special meals you could treat your loved ones to. But some of us will want to make that extra special …
The Story Behind Valentine’s Day
There are so many creative Valentine’s Day displays around Smith Mountain Lake this year. Have you noticed? It is one of the few holidays that I don’t mind being commercialized. All the advertising just seems fun somehow. It does make …
Treating A Sore Throat
As much as we wish it were otherwise, folks who live at Smith Mountain Lake get colds and sore throats just like everyone else. While there are worse illnesses than a cold, having one can make life rather miserable as …
The Counties Surrounding Smith Mountain Lake Part 2
The second county to border Smith Mountain Lake is Franklin County, Va. This county has just about anything a person would look for in a lakeside community. The diversity and offerings are tremendous as you will see in the following …
Urgent Care at the Lake
If you live in Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia you will be glad to know that Carilion Clinic Urgent Care in Hardy, Va. offers medical assistance for minor medical needs that may occur. When you have an urgent minor medical need, …
Finding The Color
My home is in the country near Smith Mountain Lake and I enjoy the views of the woods and the animals during all 4 seasons. I never tire of the antics of wildlife and the changing phases of the natural …
The Counties Surrounding Smith Mountain Lake Part 1
Each of the three lovely counties surrounding Smith Mountain Lake offers its own unique and multi-faceted contributions to the lake community. Each County has its own beauty and special personality. Though this scenic and friendly area cannot be summarized in …
Culture and Comedy
Are you interested in 5 days of entertainment and interesting education right here in Smith Mountain Lake, Va.? Elderhostel will be hosting a fabulous 5-day program at The Skelton 4-H Educational Conference Center, March 15 – 20, 2009. The Elderhostel …