ROANOKE VALLEY GIVES DAY IS MARCH 14TH This year, we're participating to raise money for our Beautification Program. At Downtown Roanoke, Inc. we're working to make downtown attractive and vibrant because we believe that an economically strong, vibrant, clean and safe downtown is essential for the health of the entire Roanoke Valley and its surrounding region. Our beautification efforts include: Downtown Hanging Basket Program (275 Hanging Baskets) Market Square Planters (18 Planters) Market Square Palisade Planters (9 Palisade Planters) Century Plaza Lighting Project Market Square Tree Lighting With your support, we hope to continue to grow our beautification efforts throughout Downtown Roanoke. Donations to help with our efforts can be made March 14th through this link--> https://rvgives.givebig.org/c/rvgives/a/downtownroanoke

In the mood for something sweet? Stop by this week's featured property, The Candy Store Roanoke, located at 1 Market Sq. Sugar and fun, it's what we're known for! Whether you're looking for a special gift or need to satisfy a sweet tooth, we've got you covered! There are options for every palate. From retro-classic to modern quirkiness, we turn everyone into that kid in a candy store! Joy, it's what we do!

We are less than a month away from the Freedom First St. Patrick's Day Parade and Shamrock Festival in Downtown Roanoke! Join us March 17th for one of the largest St. Patrick's Day Celebrations on the East Coast. Parade, FREE Kids Zone, Live Music, Adult Beverages, and more! Check the event for details and join us!

Check out this week's featured property for sale at 502 5th Street SW! Great bones on this building in with lots of redevelopment potential. Good for office or retail redevelopment. 11,642 Square Feet Contact: Jessica Gauldin 540-767-3006 or Boyd Johnson 540-767-3002

Coming up this Sunday at Charter Hall at the City Market Building! Make plans to attend this wonderful celebration from 4:00 - 5:30pm. Proceeds benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters SWVA.

Another packed weekend of fun in Downtown Roanoke! Check out this week's newsletter for more info on Roanoke Symphony Orchestra's performance at Taubman Museum of Art, Gospel Jubilee 2018, and more!

moe. is coming to Elmwood Park as the headliner of this year's Down by Downtown music festival! Find out more details in the event and mark your calendars!

The Shack in Downtown Roanoke is having a fun wine tasting this Friday at 4:00pm! Stop in and check out this new downtown business.

Happy Valentine's Day to all! Who is celebrating by eating or shopping downtown?

Make plans to attend the Gospel Jubilee this Sunday from 4:00 - 5:30pm on the 3rd floor of the Roanoke City Market Building. Admission is $2.00 (children under 12 get in free) and proceeds benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Virginia. Performances from: Bishop M.L Hardy and the Sons of Thunder Kingdom Life Ministries, International Miss Nefateria Jennings Pilgrim Baptist Church Mass Choir UBU Gospel Singers And more!

This week's featured business is Walkabout Outfitter, located at 301 Market Street! They've been serving VA (and beyond) since 2005 as your go to outfitter to help craft your next adventure. They have some great sales happening now: Winter Sale (30% OFF Select Apparel, Shoes & Boots, Winter Hats, Gloves, & Scarfs) Olukai Flip Flop Sale (30% OFF Select flip flops) Deuter Backpacks (25% OFF Select backpacks) Plus, check out their up-coming events: Valentine's Day Promo (Feb. 8th - 14th) Lunch Box Sessions: Beginner Backpacking - Downtown Roanoke - Every Wednesday in March - 12:15pm - 12:45pm Walkabout is proud to be involved in their communities with free classes, presentations, and more. They partner with groups that serve communities and many of the Walkabout team are part of local downtown groups, public land associations, and trail groups. They also help those in need thru local events, fundraisers, and more.

This week's featured property is 108 Campbell Avenue! For Sale or Lease This building has been renovated to include residential above (a separate condo) and first floor offices. The hardwood floors on the first floor are gorgeous and evoke the heritage of the turn-of-the-century businesses in downtown Roanoke. It features exposed brick walls, convenience to the train station and parking, and has an exterior key code that allows entrance to the building. First floor office condo with 5 individual offices and a spacious mezzanine area. 2,200 SF Contact: Frank Martin 540-857-5840 or Aaron Garland 540-798-8431