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SUMMARY:Monday Music Jam
DESCRIPTION:The Monday Music Jam at Ferrum College is a free weekly event on The Crooked Road: Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail. Every Monday of the year at 7:00\, anyone can join in for an evening of authentic old-time and bluegrass music. You can play instruments\, sing\, dance\, or just listen and enjoy. \nArrive any time between 7 p.m. and 8:30. Chairs are available for everyone and if you have mobility issues\, or you’re carrying a big instrument\, you can pull up right to the door\, or near the pavilion. When the weather allows\, the jam moves from the Blue Ridge Institute’s museum lobby (or sometimes indoors in Grousbeck Hall) to the Leo Scott Pavilion at the farm museum right across the road (Rt. 40). \nSee the Facebook page Appalachian Music at Ferrum College for updates and more photos and video.
URL:https://www.ferrum.edu/event/monday-music-jam-10/
LOCATION:Blue Ridge Institute and Museum\, 20 Museum Dr.\, Ferrum\, VA\, 24088
CATEGORIES:Community,Music at Ferrum College,performing arts
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SUMMARY:Monday Music Jam
DESCRIPTION:The Monday Music Jam at Ferrum College is a free weekly event on The Crooked Road: Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail. Every Monday of the year at 7:00\, anyone can join in for an evening of authentic old-time and bluegrass music. You can play instruments\, sing\, dance\, or just listen and enjoy. \nArrive any time between 7 p.m. and 8:30. Chairs are available for everyone and if you have mobility issues\, or you’re carrying a big instrument\, you can pull up right to the door\, or near the pavilion. When the weather allows\, the jam moves from the Blue Ridge Institute’s museum lobby (or sometimes indoors in Grousbeck Hall) to the Leo Scott Pavilion at the farm museum right across the road (Rt. 40). \nSee the Facebook page Appalachian Music at Ferrum College for updates and more photos and video.
URL:https://www.ferrum.edu/event/monday-music-jam-11/
LOCATION:Blue Ridge Institute and Museum\, 20 Museum Dr.\, Ferrum\, VA\, 24088
CATEGORIES:Community,Music at Ferrum College,performing arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Appalachian Music at Ferrum College":MAILTO:ebtucker@ferrum.edu
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SUMMARY:2026-27 Opening Welcome for Faculty and Staff
DESCRIPTION:All faculty and staff\, \nPlease save Monday\, August 3rd from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on your calendars for the fall semester Opening Welcome.  We will plan to gather in Garber 106 to hear highlights and updates from the past year and summer.  Afterwards\, you are invited to lunch in the dining hall. \nKind regards\, \nCourtney Brown \nChief of Staff & Operations Officer\, \nLiaison to the Board of Trustees \n  \nPhotograph of campus courtesy of Dr. Bob Pohlad
URL:https://www.ferrum.edu/event/opening-welcome-for-faculty-and-staff-for-2026-27/
LOCATION:Garber Hall 106\, 80 Wiley Drive\, Ferrum\, 24088\, United States
CATEGORIES:Staff and Faculty
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ORGANIZER;CN="President's Office":MAILTO:cbrown@ferrum.edu
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SUMMARY:Student Check-in for Fall 2026
DESCRIPTION:Fall 2026 Semester Student Arrival Information\nFERRUM\, VA — Ferrum College will welcome students for the Fall 2026 semester beginning Friday\, August 7\, 2026\, with check-in and orientation activities held in Franklin Hall. Please review the important details below. \nAll students must check in before going to their residential hall. \nFRIDAY\, AUGUST 7: NEW STUDENT CHECK-IN\n\n\n\nNew Resident Students (Last Names A–J): 9:00 – 11:00 AM\nNew Resident Students (Last Names K–Z): 12:00 – 2:00 PM\nNew Commuter Students: 1:00 – 2:00 PM\n\n\n\nSUNDAY\, AUGUST 9: RETURNING STUDENT CHECK-IN\n\nReturning Resident Students (Last Names A–J): 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM\nReturning Resident Students (Last Names K–Z): 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM\nReturning Commuter Students: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM\n\n\n  \nMONDAY\, AUGUST 10: CLASSES BEGIN\n\n  \nHAVE QUESTIONS OR NEED HELP?\nJill Adams\nAssistant Vice President of Student Affairs\nDean of Students\nFranklin Hall Room 108\n540-365-4541 or jadams@ferrum.edu
URL:https://www.ferrum.edu/event/new-student-check-in-for-fall-2026/
LOCATION:Franklin Hall\, 445 Ferrum Mountain Road\, Ferrum\, VA\, 24088\, United States
CATEGORIES:Admissions,Student Affairs and Engagement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Student Affairs and Engagement":MAILTO:mlrooks@ferrum.edu
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SUMMARY:Book Launch for "Staying Alive in Bear Country" by Professor Emeritus Pete Crow
DESCRIPTION:Staying Alive in Bear Country is a novel based on original Old Joe Grady tales told over the years by Professor Emeritus of English Pete Crow. The book will be published July 30\, one year after Dr. Crow’s death. He wrote the novel and Dr. Lana Whited helped finish it in preparation for publication\, along with his family and publisher. His wife Beth Crow ’79 designed the book cover. \nPublished by Black Rose Writing.\nA discount is available from the publisher for preorders of this book. \nAll are invited to a book launch at Phoebe Needles Center in Callaway. \nAugust 8\, 2026\, 4-6 p.m. \nPlease bring an appetizer to share. \nAnother book launch will be held on August 9\, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.\nChurch of the Nativity\n8849 Ray Rd.\nRaleigh\, NC 27613 \nWebsite on Author Peter Crow and this book. \nNote that these events are hosted by the Crow family and\, in Callaway\, the Phoebe Needles Center. Ferrum College is helping to publicize the book launch for a beloved professor emeritus who began telling these stories during his many years in Ferrum. \n  \n“Staying Alive in Bear Country is the magnum opus of Pete Crow’s heart\, his lifelong project\, and a synthesis of many of his life’s passions and experiences.” \nDr. Lana Whited \nClick here for more on Pete Crow’s career. \nFerrum College news release on this book. \n 
URL:https://www.ferrum.edu/event/book-launch-for-staying-alive-in-bear-country-by-professor-emeritus-pete-crow/
LOCATION:Phoebe Needles Center\, 732 Turners Creek Rd.\, Callaway\, VA\, 24067\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Faculty
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SUMMARY:Opening Convocation for Students\, Faculty and Staff
DESCRIPTION:The opening convocation on the first day of classes brings together students\, faculty\, and staff to kick off the 2026-27 academic year at Ferrum College. \nHear greetings from student\, administrative\, and athletic leaders in Swartz Gym and join in a lighting ceremony before enjoying a Ferrum Family Dinner in the Franklin Hall dining hall.
URL:https://www.ferrum.edu/event/opening-convocation-for-students-faculty-and-staff/
LOCATION:Swartz Gym\, 435 Ferrum Mountain Road\, Ferrum\, VA\, 24088\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Faculty,Staff and Faculty,Students
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ORGANIZER;CN="Student Affairs and Engagement":MAILTO:mlrooks@ferrum.edu
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SUMMARY:Ferrum College Blue Ridge Folklife Festival and Arts & Crafts Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the longest-running folklife festival in western Virginia! Since 1973\, the Blue Ridge Folklife Festival has presented authentic regional folk music\, craftspeople\, draft horse and dog handlers\, car builders\, tractor restorers\, country cooks\, moonshine tale tellers\, and much more! \nAlways the fourth Saturday in October\, this legendary festival is coordinated by the Blue Ridge Institute & Museum (BRIM)\, the official State Center for Blue Ridge Folklore and a major venue on The Crooked Road Music Trail. \nCelebrating the rich heritage and traditions of the Blue Ridge region\, this year’s festival will offer a full day of live entertainment\, traditional demonstrations\, handcrafted arts\, and family-friendly activities\, while introducing new artisans\, interactive experiences\, and expanded attractions. In a new arts and crafts show\, more than 100 artisans will offer handmade jewelry\, folk art\, woodworking\, pottery\, textiles\, and other unique creations. \nGuests can also enjoy moonshine tastings with Five Mile Mountain Distillery and relax in the beer and wine garden. Traditional foods such as country ham biscuits and fried apple pies are always popular at the festival. \nFor Ferrum College alumni\, this year’s festival will include an alumni breakfast and a lounge area inside Franklin Hall off the patio\, instead of a tent outside. The Office of Alumni and Family Relations will provide details in upcoming publicity and the college website Alumni pages.
URL:https://www.ferrum.edu/event/ferrum-college-blue-ridge-folklife-festival-and-arts-crafts-show/
LOCATION:Blue Ridge Institute and Museum\, 20 Museum Dr.\, Ferrum\, VA\, 24088
CATEGORIES:BRIM,Community,Music at Ferrum College,performing arts,Students
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Ridge Institute and Museum":MAILTO:bri@ferrum.edu
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SUMMARY:Homecoming Weekend 2026
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for Homecoming 2026 at Ferrum College\, happening Friday\, October 30\, through Sunday\, November 1! Join us for a lively weekend of connection\, celebration\, and Panther pride. Festivities will include class reunions—highlighted by the 50th reunion of the Class of 1976 and their induction into the Golden Panthers\, and the 60th reunion of the 1966 Ferrum Junior College Football Team and cheerleaders—along with athletic events\, the traditional homecoming football game\, tailgating\, social gatherings\, and plenty of chances to reconnect with friends old and new. Mark your calendars and start making plans to be back on campus—we can’t wait to welcome you home. \nCheck for details\, registration\, and updates at this link. \n  \n\n2025 photo by Dr. Bob Pohlad
URL:https://www.ferrum.edu/event/homecoming-weekend-2026/
LOCATION:Ferrum College
CATEGORIES:Alumni
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ORGANIZER;CN="Office of Alumni and Families":MAILTO:alumni@ferrum.edu
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SUMMARY:Class of 1976 Golden Panthers Reunion
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for Homecoming 2026 at Ferrum College\, happening Friday\, October 30\, through Sunday\, November 1! Join us for a lively weekend of connection\, celebration\, and Panther pride. Festivities will include class reunions—highlighted by the 50th reunion of the Class of 1976 and their induction into the Golden Panthers\, and the 60th reunion of the 1966 Ferrum Junior College Football Team and cheerleaders—along with athletic events\, the traditional homecoming football game\, tailgating\, social gatherings\, and plenty of chances to reconnect with friends old and new. Mark your calendars and start making plans to be back on campus—we can’t wait to welcome you home. More details coming soon! \nClass of 1976\, your reunion is part of the following event:\nFriday\, October 30 – All Graduating Classes – Ferrum Alumni Gathering.\nWe will recognize the following during this event: All Golden Panthers\,\n       Class of 1976 50th Reunion and Golden Panthers Induction.\nAlso included: 1966 FJC Football Team\, Mascot\, and Cheerleaders (National Runner Ups – 60th Reunion). \nCheck in and reception for this event at 4:30 p.m.\, Friday\nDinner and presentation from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.\nOptional dancing until 9:00 p.m.\nSee separate registration for theatre option starting at 7:30 p.m. \nSpecial events for the reunion class also include Saturday – Class of 1976 Tailgating in the field behind W. B. Adams Stadium\, 1:00 p.m. – a potluck event. \nClick here for registration. \nGolden Panther Chairs: \nMartha Arnold Phillips 1976\nChip Phillips 1977 \nClick here for Homecoming Weekend details. \nContact the Office of Alumni at alumni@ferrum.edu or 540.365.4216 if you want to know more about upcoming events\, becoming a member of the Steering Committee\, hosting an event\, etc.
URL:https://www.ferrum.edu/event/class-of-1976-golden-panthers-reunion/
LOCATION:Franklin Hall\, 445 Ferrum Mountain Road\, Ferrum\, VA\, 24088\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni
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ORGANIZER;CN="Office of Alumni and Families":MAILTO:alumni@ferrum.edu
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