A Brand New "SLAB" - TOWN OF PEARISBURG, VA
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Spring/Summer Newsletter 2022
A Brand New “SLAB”
Thanks to several amazing donors we broke
ground on a NEW basketball court at the
Pearisburg Community Center.
The “Slab” is, and has always been, a staple
among the youth in our community and we are
so excited to see it thriving again. We can’t wait
to share updates over the next few weeks, so stay
tuned.
Some things to share about the new court:
*The court will be regulation size.
*The court will boast new collegiate break away
rims.
*Built solely by donors, the new court is being
upgraded at no expense to the Town.
The expected completion date is April 15,
depending on weather.
We would like to say a BIG THANK YOU to the amazing
donors that made all this possible.
*Mountain Lake Lodge
*Mountain Lake Conservancy
*Stateson Homes
*Beltway Concrete LLC.
*Chandler Concrete
*Sherwin Williams
Pearisburg Festival in the Park celebrates 37 years For 36 years, guests have merged onto the Pearisburg Community Center front lawn and surrounding ball fields to enjoy the annual Festival in the Park. What started as ‘Festival Around Town’ has since grown into what you see now. This year, the Pearisburg Festival in the Park celebrates its 37th anniversary of bringing carnival rides, live entertainment, special activities, vendors, and crafters to this community in Giles County, Virginia. The Festival in the Park Committee and the Pearisburg Town Council are excited to bring this event back on Friday, June 10 and Saturday, June 11! Festival goers can enjoy the bigger, expanded carnival rides beginning on Friday, June 10 at 6 p.m. For Friday night only, wristbands are available for unlimited riding. These wristbands must be purchased in advance. Kickoff ceremonies start at 6 p.m. featuring Cora Gnegy singing the National Anthem and the Pearisburg Festival dedication ceremony. Friday night entertainment on the main stage begins at 6:30 p.m. with the Ride N Shotgun band. You won’t want to miss Wilson Fairchild from 8-11 p.m. The Ambassadors of Traditional Country Music, this country music duo is in Pearisburg for one night only! So bring your lawn chairs and blankets and come prepared to dance! A full day of Festival (people who are regular attendees just shorten the name) begins on Saturday with Dance Motion performing at 9:30 a.m., followed by the Giles County School of Dance at 11 a.m., and other live entertainment throughout the afternoon. Tron Nation returns to Festival at 12 p.m. noon and will be available for pictures until 1 p.m. In addition to the food on the front lawn, guests can browse vendors and crafters. Vendors include long-time attendees and fresh new participants with gifts, novelties, and homemade wares. Games and rides will be open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. on Saturday.
If you’re worried about parking, why not use the shuttle service? Just park in the municipal parking lot behind the Giles County Courthouse and catch a ride to the festival. You might even enjoy strolling downtown as well! The bus will make a continuous loop throughout Saturday. Ask the driver when the last trip will circle around. Be sure to bring a chair or find a picnic table or haybale to listen to live music on Saturday! Kory Wirt takes the stage at 5 p.m., followed by David Francisco at 6 p.m. At 6:30 p.m., Festival newcomer but local Giles resident Luke Whittaker performs! Festival favorite Ride N Shotgun Band takes the stage to close out the event at 8 p.m. Festival in the Park promises to be an awesome two days of community spirit, family fun, live music, and great food. For more information, including sponsorship or vendor applications, please contact the Pearisburg Town Office at 540-921-1222 or visit Facebook at www.facebook.com/PearisburgFestivalinthePark. Shuttle Service Information Free shuttle service is offered both Friday, June 10 and Saturday, June 11 for the duration of the Pearisburg Festival in the Park. Those planning to attend the festival may park behind the courthouse, ride the shuttle, and be dropped off right at the front lawn of the Pearisburg Community Center. The shuttle will make continuous loops and those planning to ride shouldn’t have to wait more than 10-15 minutes. The shuttle service will run as long as necessary to ensure festival goers can get back to their vehicles. Carnival Wristbands The “ride all you want for one price” wristbands will again be available for Friday evening only. The price for wristbands is $20. You may also purchase coupons in advance for $15. Exchange the coupons for a wristband at the Festival on Friday evening. Coupons will go on sale on June 1 at the town office across from Papa’s Pizzeria. You must bring your advance purchase coupon to redeem your wristband. No transfers, exceptions or refunds will be offered if you lose your coupon voucher. Along with the carnival rides, folks will be able to enjoy a variety of entertainment, food, and vendors offering something for everyone!
PEARISBURG COMMUNITY MARKET is back in spring 2022!
Join us for the return of Music at the Market! Opening day is Friday, May 20 from 5 - 7:30 p.m.
Grab a chair and head to the front lawn of the Community Center for live music, food, ice
cream, vendors and more! New this year is a Market Loyalty Card. Go to the Market tent to
get your card, shop 5 times with any of our great vendors during the season, and receive a free-
Market t-shirt or reusable shopping bag.
Market dates are scheduled for Friday evenings on May 20, June 17, July 15, August 12, and
September 16. Follow us on Facebook (Pearisburg Community Market) to stay up to date!
We look forward to seeing you at the Market!
Where do you find family fun this spring? It’s not a mystery – find it at the library!
To celebrate National Library Week, the library hosted an Open House on Tuesday, April 5,
from 4-6 p.m. Danny Robertson was honored for his service to the library.
What combines teamwork, reading, and fun? The Nancy Drew Mystery Trail event on Tuesday,
April 19! Read The Secret of the Old Clock to help you solve clues along the mystery trail! It’s
sure to be a blast! The first 50 teams to register for the event will receive a copy of The Secret of
the Old Clock (one book per team). Register your team with the library by April 12. Follow us
online to for updates on start times and fun activities!
Storytime is back on Friday, April 22 at 10:30 a.m. on the library lawn! Bring your blankets and
chairs and get ready for fun!
The Giles County Bookworms will hold their next meeting on Tuesday, April 26 to discuss The
Horsewoman by James Patterson. Follow the group on Facebook @gilescountybookworms to
join and get the latest info on what we’re reading!
Finally, be sure to check out our website at pearisburglibrary.org as we continually update the
site with new resources and information. Check out the newest addition – Newsbank, which
gives you access a wide variety of newspapers online!
As always, be sure to follow us on Facebook or Instagram @pearisburgpubliclibrary for the
latest information about upcoming library events, programs, and more! You can also search the
online catalog and find lists of new titles at www.pearisburglibrary.org.
Water for Swimming Pools
Summer is almost here. As you begin to fill your pools with water for some fun in the sun, please
remember to come into the Town office to check out a water meter to measure the amount of
water used. Using the provided water meter from the town is the only way to get the adjustment
on your bill. Meters help the Town to ensure accurate billing for your water service.
Town Code Information
for Yard Sales
Family yard sales can be a lot of fun, are useful to clear clutter, and generate revenue. While
we want you to gain the most from the experience, please remember that the Town of
Pearisburg has an ordinance with guidelines that must be followed when hosting a yard sale.
Sec. 26-3. Yard sales and garage sales.
(a) Definitions. The term "yard sales" or "garage sales" as used in this section refers to the display
and sale of tangible personal property conducted in residentially zoned areas by the
owner or occupant of such property. The term "yard sale" or "garage sale" does not apply to the
incidental sale of one or two items of personal property when such sale is not part of a general
sale of several items of personal property.
(b) Regulations. All yard sales and garage sales shall be subject to the following rules and
regulations:
(1) Permits. No person shall conduct any yard sale or garage sale without first obtaining
a permit to do so from the town clerk. The fee for such permit will be $2.00. The
permit shall be conspicuously displayed upon the premises during the sale.
(2) Consignment sales prohibited. In conducting any yard sale or garage sale, no one
shall accept or take in for sale any goods from any commercial business or enterprise
on a consignment basis.
(3) Limitations. No permit shall be issued for a yard sale or garage sale on the same
property or to the same individual or other persons residing at the same location in
excess of three times per calendar year. No sale shall be allowed to continue for more
than two consecutive days, and such sale shall be conducted during daylight hours
only.
(4) Exemptions. The provisions of this section shall not be applicable to:
a. Sales conducted by a corporation, church, association, United Way, fund or
foundation organized and operated for religious, charitable, scientific, literary,
community or educational purposes, of tangible personal property to obtain money
for some charitable purpose when such sale is conducted upon property owned by an
organization of this nature.
b. Sales conducted pursuant to an order of a court or persons acting in accordance
with their powers and duties as public officials
(c) Penalties. The violation of any provision of this section shall be a class 3 misdemeanor. Each
day's continued violation of this section shall be a separate offense.
(Code 1979,s 14-29)
Did you know that if you live in the Town of Pearisburg, we
offer Brush and Miscellaneous pickup every Friday????
What is a miscellaneous pickup?
Miscellaneous Pickup means the Town picks up furniture, appliances, TVs, tires, scrap metal,
yard debris and leaves that have been bagged.
WE DO NOT PICK UP: construction debris, carpet, plumbing material, concrete, used lumber
or stumps. We DO NOT pickup household garbage - this is done by the Giles PSA.
Please visit our website for more information and to see the pickup route and schedule.
Brush Pick-Up Schedule
1st Friday of the month: Allegheny Avenue, Cherry Lane, Craig Avenue, Curve Road, Douglas
Lane, French Street, Fairway Street, Giles Street, Hale Street, Harvey Street, Locust Drive,
Lynwood Avenue, Mercer Street, Monroe Road, Mill Road, Mt. Lake Avenue, Old Orchard
Place, Orchard Grove Lane, Pearl Street, Pinewood Drive, Poplar Lane, Pulaski Avenue, Oak
Lane, Sunset Drive, Valleyview Drive.
2nd Friday of the month: Church Avenue, Cirus Street, Cord Drive, Cross Avenue, Dennis
Street, Eagle Drive, Fleeman Street, Grand Avenue, Henson Avenue to Woodrum Street, Hobson
Avenue, Iris Street, Johnston Avenue, Lane Street, Lost Lane, Main Street, Maple Street, Martin
Lane, Montgomery Street, Morris Avenue, Orchard Drive, Painter Street, Peach Street, School
Road, Tannery Road, Tazewell Street, Thomas Drive, Tyler Avenue, Walnut Street, Wenonah
Avenue to Woodrum Street, Willow Circle, West Mt. Lake Avenue, Woodrum Street.
3rd Friday of the month: Buchanan Street, Caudill Street, Chapman Drive, Chestnut Street,
Country Club Drive, Clifford Street, Darden Drive, Deerfield Acres, Elm Street, Easley Street,
East Henson, East Wenonah Avenue, Easton Road, Ft. Branch Road, High Street, Hoge Street,
Huffman Drive, Pearis Road, Pembroke Street, Robinhood Drive, Taylor Avenue, Wildwood
Drive, Par Four Lane
4th Friday of the month: Cabot Drive, Crile Lane, Gale Road, Horsley Drive, Kinter Way,
Lawndale Drive, Mason Court Drive, Mayo Circle, McGuire Lane, Woodland Drive.
Examples of what we pickup below
Brush Chipping Policy
Adopted by Town Council: February 8, 2022
Town staff will assist with brush chipping for each customer for 45 minutes per month. If more
time is needed, the customer can wait until the following month or $20 will be charged for every
additional 15 minutes. If a brush pile requires more than 45 minutes, the property owner is asked
to call ahead and let town staff know if they would like to pay for the extended time.
1. Contractors that have trimmed or cut down trees are required to dispose of the brush
themselves.
2. Brush piles need to be stacked at the edge of the road in a neat fashion and cut ends
of brush facing to the road.
3. Grass and leaves need to be bagged for disposal by the Town of Pearisburg.
4. No limbs may exceed 4 inches in diameter. If there is a fork in the limb it is to be
cut into separate limbs in order to fit in chipper
5. Root balls will need to be removed from brush for the safety of equipment, personal
property, and town staff.
2022 Holiday Closures for the Town of Pearisburg
• Friday, April 15 CLOSED
• Monday, May 30 CLOSED
• Monday, June 20 CLOSED
• Monday, July 4 CLOSED
• Monday, Sept. 5 CLOSED
• Monday, Oct. 10 CLOSED
• Tuesday, Nov. 8 CLOSED
• Friday, Nov. 11 CLOSED
• Wednesday, Nov. 23 CLOSE @ NOON
• Thursday, Nov. 24 CLOSED
• Friday, Nov. 25 CLOSED
• Friday, Dec. 23 CLOSED
• Monday, Dec. 26 CLOSED
Payment Information: We have a drop box located outside the Town Office.
Pay by phone (1-844-410-6795) or online at www.pearisburg.org
Community Policing in Pearisburg
What is Community Policing? Community Policing is a philosophy that promotes
organizational strategies that support the systematic use of partnerships and problem-solving
techniques to proactively address the immediate conditions that give rise to public safety issues
such as crime, social disorder and fear of crime.
Community policing focuses on building trust between citizens and law enforcement through
mutual understanding and collaboration.
Community outreach by police departments is important in many ways.
It helps increase understanding between residents and officers; it develops trust; it helps officers
better relate to diverse communities; our outreach has a significant and positive effect on crime
reduction.
Community Police Events are made to bring community and police together in a judgement free
zone.
Planned Community Events for 2022
• Old Orchard Place Picnic – TBD - May
• Pearisburg Festival in the Park – June 10 & 11
• Bike Safety Rodeo – June 18 at 11 a.m. @
Pearisburg Methodist Church
• Christmas in July Pool Party – July 21 from
6:30-9 p.m. @ Pearisburg Town Pool
• National Police Night Out- August 2 from 5-8 p.m.
@ Pearisburg Community Center
• Scarecrow Festival – October 8
• Pearisburg Merchants Trick or Treat Trail –
October 31
• Community Kids Christmas – begins in November
Meet the Town of Pearisburg Community Police Officer, Melissa Cohen. Officer Cohen comes
to us from Bland County Sheriff's Department. Before Coming to Bland, Officer Cohen served
11 years as a Community Police Officer and four years as a midwife in England. She joined the
Pearisburg Police Department in October of 2020 and has proven herself to be as asset to our
team.
Keep Your Money Where Your
Heart Lives and Support NEW
Local Business in Town.
Folklore Books & More Ape Mans Collectables & IT Repair
101 S. Main St. 121 S. Main St.
Mountain Blossom Flowers LLC Giles Pharmacy
700 Wenonah Ave 1615 Wenonah Ave
Silver & Salt Pro Home Construction LLC
100 S. Main St. Hale St.
K9 Clips Sugar & Flour
117 A S. Main St. 129 S. Main St.
Golden GiGi Ceramics Stones Lawn & Tree Care
502 Wenonah Ave 214 Fairview Ave
JJ & Co. Apparel Simply Charming Boutique
117 B S. Main St 110 S. Main St.
Angel Grace Chiropractic Tawney’s Appliance Service
513 Wenonah Ave 512 Wenonah Ave
Dough-Dees Upper Cuts Barber (New Location)
Ice Cream Truck-Various Locations 604 Wenonah Ave
Shop LOCAL, Eat LOCAL, Spend LOCAL, & Enjoy LOCAL
It Takes YOU to Start a Trend.Whitt Riverbend Park
Do you like to primitive camp? Whitt-Riverbend
Park features 28 acres on the New River. The
park is open to the general public for fishing,
taking leisurely walks on the paved walking trail
or river bottom trail, picnicking, canoeing, and
camping. The park features nearly a mile of river
frontage. It is located at the junction of Walkers
Creek and the New River. We have 7 primitive
campsites available at $5.00 per person, per
night. Each campsite has a picnic table and a
designated fire pit area. We also have a 20 x 24
shelter that can be reserved for cookouts,
reunions, birthday parties, etc. You can rent the
shelter for just $25.00 a day. Check out some
pictures of this beautiful hidden gem in
Pearisburg. Contact the Town Office at 540-921-
0340 and reserve your spot today.
If you would like to stay up to date on your local news and
events, please follow us on social media.
Town of Pearisburg Website: www.Pearisburg.org
Town of Pearisburg @TownOfPearisburg
Town of Pearisburg Recreation Dept. @pearisburgrecreation
Town of Pearisburg Police Dept. @PearisburgPolice
Pearisburg Community Market @pearisburgcommunitymarket
Pearisburg Public Library @PearisburgPublicLibrary
Pearisburg Festival in the Park @PearisburgFestivalinthePark
***We are very responsive to messages, so please message us on Messenger if you have any
questions or concerns. ***RX Drug Drop Boxes
Starting that spring cleaning early?
Have old medications lying around you need to
dispose of?
We can help! Just bring them to one of our RX drug
drop boxes and we’ll take care of the rest!
The boxes are located inside at:
Pearisburg Municipal Building
112 Tazewell St.
Pearisburg Police Department
1611 Wenonah Ave
We would like to say “Thank you” to Mike Wade
and the Giles Youth-Adult Partnership for their
donation and to Chief Martin and Mike Wade for
obtaining, designing, and placing the boxes.
Pearisburg Parks and Recreation
Revitalization Project
As part of the Pearisburg Parks and Recreation Revitalization Project, a new underground
drainage system and new infield has been installed on the large baseball/softball field located at
the Community Center.
The drainage system assists with diverting water away from the field during rain events.
This will reduce the amount of time lost for games and practices due to water collecting on the
field. A new scoreboard, backstop, and fencing has also been installed. These upgrades will
increase the availability of playing time, improve the player and spectator experience, and make
the site safer for all.
We look forward to seeing everyone at the field enjoying baseball, softball, and the
beautiful weather this summer!Infrastructure Projects
The Town is currently working with engineers at Thompson
& Litton to complete a Wastewater & Sewage Collection
Survey, Preliminary Engineering Report on the Wastewater
Treatment Plant, and Asset Management Plan on the
Sewerage System. The Town is proactively assessing the
entire system so that it can be strategically managed to ensure
that it continues operating as efficiently and effectively as
possible. All assessments and reports are anticipated to be
complete by early this summer.
The Pearisburg Town Pool Opens
Memorial Day Weekend
The Pearisburg Town Pool opens Memorial Day weekend! The pool will be open through
August until the guards go back to school.
Want to schedule a POOL PARTY? Please call 540-921-2347 (ADIP) after Memorial Day.
Reservations can be made between 12 - 6 p.m. Monday to Saturday and between 1-6 p.m. on
Sunday. Rates for parties are listed below:
• $80 for a 2-hour party
• $160 for a 4-hour partyHello everyone, This has been a busy winter and early spring. We have been working through the winter to make improvements to the Town’s outdoor recreation facilities. We have installed new scoreboards on both baseball fields. An underdrain system has been installed in the large field adjacent to the Community Center to help prevent water from standing on the field and decrease the amount of time needed to prepare the field for play after rain events. A new backstop and fence are being installed on the field adjacent to the Community Center. The outdoor basketball court affectionately referred to as “the slab” is being reconstructed into a regulation size court. It will be completed with an epoxy finish to protect the concrete. It will also include painted three-point and free throw lines. Upgrades to the basketball court were made possible through a grant received from Mountain Lake Lodge and Mountain Lake Conservancy along with partnerships with Stateson Homes, Beltway Paving, Chandler Concrete, and Sherwin Williams. I look forward to seeing residents of all ages using these facilities to enjoy outdoor fun. I hope everyone had the opportunity to watch “The Real Dirty Dancing” that aired on FOX recently. The season finale was filmed at the Town’s Community Center. The shooting was a wonderful event that raised the profile and footprint for the Town of Pearisburg. I am grateful to have worked with the production team and cast to film the show in our hometown. I am always impressed with the creativity and ingenuity of our local entrepreneurs. We have many exciting new businesses that have opened recently or will be opening soon. They include the following: Folklore Books & More; Mountain Blossom Flowers LLC; Silver & Salt; K9 Clips; Golden GiGi Ceramics; JJ & Co. Apparel; Angel Grace Chiropractic; Dough-Dees; Ape Mans Collectables & IT Repair; Giles Pharmacy; Pro Home Construction LLC; Sugar and Flour; Stones Lawn & Tree Care; Simply Charming Boutique; Tawney’s Appliance Service; and Upper Cuts Barber (New Location). Please join me in supporting our new and existing businesses through shopping and buying local. As always, please let me know if I can be of service. Robert L. Dickerson Mayor
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