Southwest Virginia Graduate Medical Education Consortium
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Happy (almost) Fall!! As the evenings are getting cooler and college football has returned, take advantage of the turning of the seasons by exploring all that Southwest Virginia has to offer! Fall is one of the most beautiful times of year in the region and this month does not disappoint with its line-up of events.… Continue reading September Events
Happy August! It is the time for salt air and rust on your door (IYKYK). As summer ends and fall quickly approaches, soak up the fleeting warm weather and long days by exploring all that Appalachia has to offer! Festival season continues to be in full swing in Southwest Virginia with AVIBE Festival, the Galax… Continue reading August Events
Happy July! Celebrate America's independence in Appalachia by attending one of the various celebrations across the region. In addition to July 4th festivities, this month's featured event is a beginner's class on the Appalachian art of canning! More information about this event and much more is linked down below. Lee, Wise, & City of Norton… Continue reading July Events
Happy June! Celebrate the official start of summer with outdoor concerts, festivals, and more. There is no better place to be than in Southwest Virginia! Explore the links below to find the perfect way to spend a summer evening. Lee, Wise, & City of Norton Check out the full calendar below for all the events… Continue reading June Events
April showers bring May flowers! As the evenings get longer, summertime is quickly approaching in Appalachia. Use these extra hours of daylight to enjoy local concerts, art classes, and drinks & trivia with friends! In addition to the usual local events, explore the various world-class festivals that call Appalachia home! Specifically, this month includes Damascus… Continue reading May Events
Breaks Interstate Park October 25-26, 2024 Breaks, VA 24607 Thursday 6-8:30 PM - Reception for residents and leadership pizza! Friday 8-9:00 AM - Anthony Baffoe-Bonnie, MD, FIDSA, Chief, Section of Infectious Diseases, Associate Professor of Medicine, Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, Medical Director of Infection Prevention and Control, Carilion Clinic: "Mpox and Routine Care: Incorporating Mpox Risk Assessment… Continue reading 2024 ‘Head for the Hills’ – Agenda Now Available!
Happy April! As the weather changes from 75 and sunny one day to snowy conditions the next, remember to take some time for yourself and enjoy all that our region has to offer. Summer is quickly approaching! Check out the links below to see all the amazing events that are being hosted this month. Some… Continue reading April Events
Happy March, y'all! As spring approaches and warmer weather is in the near future, take advantage of all the events that Southwest Virginia has to offer this month! Known nationally for world-class hiking and live music, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Also, don't forget to "spring forward" for Daylight Savings Time on March… Continue reading March Events
SWVA GMEC Executive Director Wendy Welch and professionals from LMU-DCOM will be leading a session on community nourishment projects at the 2024 South and Appalachia Creative Placemaking Summit next month! THE COMMUNITY NOURISHMENT PROJECT "Medical educators and students team up with housing residents to create infotaining programs using painting, sculpting, dance, foodways, and music to teach… Continue reading ‘The Community Nourishment Project’ – 2024 South & Appalachian Creative Placemaking Summit
Happy February! Punxsutawney Phil predicted an early spring so it is the perfect time to embrace the cold weather before it is too late and enjoy all that Southwest Virginia has to offer in late winter. As Valentines Day approaches, celebrate those you love by attending a local concert, cooking class, trivia, or support a… Continue reading February Events
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