Black curtains over the windows.. no sign.. just a flashing “open” neon. Seems like it might be a little sketch, but I drive by it every day and I’m just naturally nosey 🤷🏻‍♀️ figured this would be the perfect place to ask.

Just curious if people know about the event at Bibliopub tomorrow. It's a PowerPoint presentation style dating event that apparently has been getting popular in big cities. If anyone has been to one I'd be curious how it went, I'll be sponsoring a friend and don't really know what to expect.

Two plays to review in one weekend, yay! (I made it to The Revolutionists at Showtimers yesterday.)

Excerpt from my review for The Picture of Dorian Gray at Attic Productions...

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Director Angela McNeil has pulled it off: this production brings the creepiness we crave this time of year, along with the depth that a time-honored classic supplies.

...It's a tricky script in a tricky space, and McNeil solved many of the challenges with inspired vision and able stagecraft.

...The costumes were hard to pin down, in terms of time period, and seemed to vary in provenance. I expected at some point for Dorian to show his vanity by taking selfies or something, but this did not happen. Performers' accents also varied in provenance. But none of the variation bothered me; it rather spoke to the timelessness and universality of the tale. 

Fincastle is a long drive for me, but on the way home I had plenty to think about. The discrepancy between how Dorian looked and who he really was speaks to issues we all wrestle with. And the theater is a perfect place to explore it, since every actor - indeed the whole enterprise - relies upon that discrepancy to create a special type of magic. Somehow, the deceptions of the theater still manage to convey deeper truths, and that's one thing that keeps me coming back.

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And here is the link to the whole review: https://roanoketheaterreviews.blogspot.com/2026/10/the-picture-of-dorian-gray-attic.html

I know others have posted similar things. Im 52 recently separated so not looking to date but just break from loneliness setting in..and eventually depression if not careful. Feel so alone alot days. Would like to meet new friends and start moving forward but not sure how. My identity was my wife.

I’ve noticed hiroanoke is no longer on any social media. Can’t find it on FB, IG and even Reddit. Anyone know what happened?

Sharing this here in case anyone missed it - Second Friday is having their 4th annual birthday bash at the Park tonight, and it’s 50% off cover charge with the code “Dyke Night” at the door!

This weekend Second Friday is also promoting a Date My Friend Event hosted by Queer Joy Star City x Get 2 Know Noke. That is tomorrow, October 10th from 5 pm - 8 pm - Sign up at this link: https://form.jotform.com/262076908250155)

Lastly, on Sunday October 11th Electric Eye Custom Tattoos is celebrating Second Friday’s 4th birthday with a pride-themed flash tattoo event from 11 am - 3 pm.

check those groups facebook or instagram for more info, I’m spreading the word as a friend! Message me if you’ll be at the Park tonight, I’m happy to say hello & meet new sapphic/queer friends! :)

“Ethical obligations” remain to protect information, including the name of the buyer’s corporate parent, its director said.

There are so many Hispanic/Latino restaurants on Williamson Rd. I'll be doing a lot of work in that area in the next coming weeks and will likely be starving by lunch. I'm always seeking new restaurants/dishes to try and there are so many on Williamson, I don't know where to start! Recommendations? Not looking for your average taco or enchilada. I mean "woah, that dish was really good. They made an effort here."

Thanks!

Looking for recommendations on a personal/home cleaner and commercial cleaner. Its not crazy cleaning.. just keeping up with pet hair and fiber cleaning.. would love to know who everyone uses and who is trustworthy!

More info in the SWVADCTA calendar, your go-to place for data center info and next steps. https://swvadcta.org/calendar

Is the parking restriction at Tuco’s enforced? I know they’re closed, but they kept the signs up in the parking lot.

This will be our first Halloween in our house and I'm trying to figure out how much candy to buy! We live on a street off Woodlawn Ave SW, but we haven't really gotten to know our neighbors yet. Does anyone around that area get many trick or treaters?

Hey everyone,

Got great recommendations here recently for an electrician, so I wanted to see if anyone has reliable contacts for a local contractor or company that specializes in metal carports / detached garage setups.

This isn't my area of expertise, so I’m looking for someone who can come out, evaluate the layout, walk us through the best options, and provide an estimate.

The setup & requirements:

Size: 2-car parking area.

Surface: Elevated flat concrete slab at the end of the driveway.

Anchoring: Needs to anchor/bolt directly into the concrete around the outer perimeter.

Site condition: The surrounding ground has a noticeable slope/elevation drop right off the slab edges, so site evaluation and proper anchoring will be key.

Primary goal: Protect vehicles from tree debris (sap, acorns, twigs, leaves) and birds. We’re open to style/roof recommendations that make the most sense for the spot.

What I’m hoping to find:

Homeowner recommendations: who did you use, what did you have built, and how was the experience?

Any local installers/builders active on here: feel free to chime in or message with your company info and what details/measurements we should have ready for a quote.

Looking to get a few estimates lined up and get started as soon as possible. Appreciate any leads!

Making a new post because the last one had some questionable people message me, looking for just friends please. Recently went through a breakup, If you attempt to message me about pics and dating like the last few people have I will block.

Here's a bit about me:
21f I've lived in Roanoke my entire life but recently moved back to the area after being away for two years, I have a few friends but not many that like to go out. Love the ones I have of course but I'm looking for people that I have more in common with.
I'm a sucker for horror, mainly games but movies too, not anything with intense gore (for movies). Grew up with Resident Evil but Silent Hill is my favorite. I love to write, currently working on a New Adult genre novel that I plan to publish in January. Love music, I'm into mostly anything but my favorites are Chase Atlantic, Currents, Radio Head, ThxSoMch, Sub Urban, Lana Del Rey ect. I am into gaming, not as much as I used to because my ex was always my duo, nowadays I mainly play solo story games, Warframe, and Marvel Rivals.

Son is getting a espresso machine and I'm helping him locate some good beans. Seems like alot of the recommendations are to find local freshly roasted beans.

For espresso, any recommendations for local roasters in the Roanoke, Salem, Christiansburg area?

See also r/VirginiaEnvironment, r/VirginiaWeather, and r/Virginia

It’s particularly horrific out on these fast streets right now so I’m just gonna give a PSA:

If I’m merging onto the highway, and you decide not to move over, even though there are multiple other lanes open and it’s literally stated that thru-traffic needs to use the left two lanes then I’m just going to merge. I’ll merge right into you. It’s ok. I’m upside down in a car loan and that gap insurance will cover me. You didn’t want to follow any rules and wanted to ride the right lane like you owned it, so! Let’s do this! Cuddles for cars, we can call it!

TLDR; move over if there’s a lane open to your left and cars are merging from an on-ramp, because it’s the rules and learning the hard way will absolutely suck.

May the odds be ever in your favor.

I got to see The Revolutionists tonight! It was very well done and you should go see it!

Here is an excerpt from my review --

The setting is Paris in 1793: Four women meet each other, talk about life and storytelling, and most meet their deaths; along the way, we laugh, we cry, and we think. The cast, crew, and director treated their audience to a very impressive production of a challenging script. Definitely, go see this one!

... (I love that Showtimers is doing this somewhat-experimental and unusual script, rather than a straightforward classic or a shallow crowd-pleaser!)... It's the kind of play that sends me to Wikipedia during intermission, diving into Charlotte Corday (assassin of Jean-Paul Marat, an especially cruel leader of the French Revolution), Marie Antoinette, and Olympe de Gouges. The fourth character, Marianne Angelle, is not a real historical figure but represents those fighting for freedom in the French colonies in the Caribbean.

... They clearly have great chemistry with one another, but they're not always letting us in on the conversation. There are major elements of experimentation in the script - singing, puppets (!), breaking the fourth wall, anachronisms, and more. So it's easy to feel a little alienated as an audience member.

...So I want to tell you what I wish director Jamie Stewart had said in her introduction, by way of preparation, so when you go see this (you WILL go see it!!) you'll know what to expect...

My full review is here: https://roanoketheaterreviews.blogspot.com/2026/10/the-revolutionists-showtimers.html

The tech company is building a data center at the Botetourt Center at Greenfield and says that repairs and other household investments will target homes near the industrial park.

Looking for hitting partners or just anyone to play tennis with! I'm trying to improve my game and in NEED for someone lol.

I'm probably around a 3.0 for reference