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Because this section is free of charge, community events are subject to run based on available space. Religion items are published on the Saturday church page and entertainment items are published on Thursdays Scene page. Email events to news@registerbee.com.Jan. 9

NESTLE USA RETIREES LUNCHEON:Nestle USA Retirees Luncheon will be held at 11:30 a.m. at Western Sizzlin in Danville. All retirees are welcome.

FRIDAY NIGHT FAMILY GAME NIGHT:Coates Recreation Center,1725 Westover Drive, hosts a free family night extravaganza from 6 to 8 p.m. with everything from board and card games to trivia and cornhole. For more information, call (434) 799-5150.

GAP TO MEET:GAP (Grandparents As Parents) meets from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 409 Arnett Blvd. For more information, contact Starr Miner at (434) 251-2986.

KIDS ROCK WALL DAY:An afternoon of rock climbing for ages 6 to 14 at Coates Recreation Center from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. for $12. Sponsored by Danville Parks and Recreation. Register by Monday by calling (434) 799-5150.

BRUNSWICK STEW SALE:Danville Elks 227 will hold a Brunswick stew sale for $6 per quart to be picked up at noon at the Family Dollar Tree, 3943 Franklin Turnpike.

PINK POWER RELAY FOR LIFE STEW SALE:The Pink Power Relay for Life Team will hold a stew sale at Kentuck Fire Department with pick up time at 11 a.m. at the Kentuck Fire Department or Cane Creek Shopping Center. Cost is $6 per quart. Cash is preferred, but if a checks may be made payable to American Cancer Society. To place an order, call (434) 822-8307 by Saturday, Jan. 4.

BRUNSWICK STEW AND BAKE SALE:Riverbend Volunteer Fire Department, 1535 Ferry Road (off West Main Street) will hold a Brunswick stew and bake sale, ready at noon with pick up by 3 p.m. at cost of $6.50 per quart. To reserve, call (434) 792-2312 leave name, phone number and number of quarts.

ROCK CLIMBING:Coates Recreation Center,1725 Westover Drive, hosts inside rock climbing for kids from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Children ages 6 to 14 can try easy, medium and hard courses. Register by Jan. 6. For more information, call (434) 799-5150.

PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE TO MEET:The Pittsylvania County Democratic Committee will hold a call to caucus, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. and closing at 7 p.m. at the Pittsylvania County Historical Society building, 340 Whitehead St., Chatham. The committee will elect officers at the meeting.

DANVILLE TEA PARTY TO MEET:The Danville Tea Party will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the upstairs meeting room at Mary's Diner with special guest Bob Good. RSVP to campaign manager Nancy Smith at info@bobgoodforcongress.com

DANVILLE CITY RETIREE'S CLUB BREAKFAST MEETING:The city of Danville Retiree's Club will have its regular monthly breakfast meeting at 8:30 a.m. at Mary's Diner.

WINTER WORKOUTS, SUMMER BODIES:A class taught by certified personal trainer Dale Pierce includes intervals of cardio and strength training for a full body workout from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the City Auditorium, fifth floor multipurpose room,125 Floyd St.Registration is required. Cost is $3 per class.For more information, call (434) 799-5150.

FREE THROW SHOOTOUT:Free Throw Shootout at 7 p.m. at Cherrystone Missionary Baptist Association, 5551 Tom Fork Road, Ringgold for ages 10 to 13 and 15 to 18. Registration deadline is Jan. 15. Prizes will be awarded. To register, contact Stacey Womack at (434) 429-1273 or Kathy B. Ramsey at (434) 251-0379.

DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY CELEBRATION: The Clergy of Cherrystone Association will celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Day at Cherrystone Missionary Baptist Association Center in Ringgold at 6 p.m. Guest speaker will be the Rev. Cecil Bridgeforth of The Shiloh Baptist Church in Danville with musical guest The William Sisters.

WEDNESDAY CLUB PROGRAM:The Wednesday Club, 1002 Main St., invites the public to experience "A Wines of Winter Tasting" presented by Dave Slayon at 3:45 p.m. Coffee will be served at 3:15. After graduating from Dan River High School, Danville native Dave Slayton received a degree in business from Averett University and earned a Master of Business Administration from the College of William and Mary. Following retirement from Verizon Communications, Slayton has worked for Longwood University Small Business Development Center, Eden Jewelry and Vintages by the Dan. His particular interest in wine led him to extend his knowledge by taking numerous courses and becoming a member of the Court of Master Sommeliers. His passion for wine has now extended to conducting Scotch and Bourbon tastings. Slayton is also active in the Kiwanis Club and the German Club. He has served as deacon chairman at First Baptist Church and is a past president of Habitat for Humanity. To quote wine expert, Jessica Alteri, Wine is just a conversation, waiting to happen. Programs are free and open to the public. (Participants in the wine tasting must be 21).

WINTER PLUNGE ZIP LINE: Winter Plunge Zip Line at Skate Park at Dan Daniel Park from 2 to 3:30 p.m. for ages 8 and up. Register by Jan. 17 to receive discounted winter rate. Cost is $5. Sponsored by Danville Parks and Recreation. Call (434) 799-5150.

GOD'S STOREHOUSE ANNUAL MEETING:God's Storehouse, 700 Memorial Drive, will hold its annual meeting from 7 to 8:30 p.m. All donors, partners and faith community representatives are encouraged to be present.

COMPOSTING 101:Learn the basics of composting during the cold season so your garden can flourish in the spring. Open all ages. Register by Jan. 27 by calling Danville Parks & Recreation at (434) 799-5150. Held from 6 to 7 p.m. at Ballou Recreation Center, upstairs. Free.

HOW TO IDENTIFY TREES IN THE WINTER:Hike at Anglers Park and learn tree species by their bark shape, color, size and height. All ages are welcome. Register by Jan. 27 by calling Danville Parks and Recreation at (434) 799-5150. Held at Anglers Park from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Free.

BUILD YOUR OWN BIRD FEEDER:Learn ways to create bird feeders from items found around the house. All ages welcome. Register by Feb. 3 by calling Danville Parks and Recreation at (434) 799-5150. Held at Ballou Recreation Center-Upstairs from 6 to 7 p.m. Free.

KIDS NATURE BINGO:Explore the outdoors and use super sleuth skills to complete anature bingo card. Children who complete the challenge will win a prize. For kids ages 2 to 12. Register by Feb. 3 by calling Danville Parks and Recreation at (434) 799-5150. Held at Anglers Park from 10 to 11 a.m. Free.

GALENTINE'S DAY BRUNCH:Galentine's Day is for celebrating lady friends. The event is free but attendees are responsible for purchasing their own meals. Held at Crema & Vine, 1009 Main St., from 1 to 3 p.m.

CAMPFIRE FRIDAY:Warm up the winter evening around the fire drinking hot chocolate, roasting s'mores and telling stories. Snacks and beverages will be provided but bring your own seating. Register by Feb. 14 as spaces will be limited. Call Danville Parks and Recreation at (434) 799-5150. Held at Anglers Park from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Free.

WINTER WEEKEND ZIP:Winter Weekend Zip lining with friends at Dan Daniel Park. Register by Feb. 14 to receive discounted winter rate. Call Danville Parks & Recreation at (434) 799-5150. Held at Skate Park at Dan Daniel Park from noon to 3:30 p.m. Cost of $5.

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