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SUMMARY:Jingle & Mingle: AAF Holiday Bash
DESCRIPTION:Jingle & Mingle: AAF Holiday Bash\n\n\n\nIt’s the most wonderful time of the year — and we’re celebrating AAF Roanoke–style! Join us on Thursday\, December 11\, 2025\, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. for a festive evening of brews\, bites\, and bright company at Twisted Track Brewpub. \n\n\n\nEnjoy holiday treats\, great conversation\, and our fan-favorite Ugly Sweater Contest (so don’t hold back — the tackier\, the better!). \n\n\n\nWhether you’ve been naughty\, nice\, or just busy creating all year long\, this is your chance to relax\, reconnect\, and raise a glass to another successful year in the ad world. \n\n\n\nRSVP below and let’s Jingle & Mingle! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n                \n                        Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Email(Required)\n                            \n                        CompanyTicket/RSVP(Required)Ad 2 Member – FREEAAF Member – FREEStudent – FREENon-Member – FREETotal\n							\n						\n         Submit
URL:https://www.aafroanoke.org/event/jingle-mingle-aaf-holiday-bash/
LOCATION:Twisted Track Brewpub\, 523 Shenandoah Ave NW\, Roanoke\, 24016
CATEGORIES:AAF
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SUMMARY:Headshot Happy Hour with Ad2 Roanoke + Get2KnowNoke
DESCRIPTION:Headshot Happy Hour with Ad2 Roanoke + Get2KnowNoke Thursday\, November 20\, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm@ The BiblioPub \n\n\n\nAd2 Roanoke and Get2KnowNoke are excited to invite you to our Headshot Happy Hour at The BiblioPub on Thursday\, November 20\, from 5:30–7:30 PM! In the era of social media and LinkedIn\, first impressions happen long before you step through the door for a job interview or meet with a client. That’s exactly why a professional headshot is more important than ever. Headshots will be taken by Lewis Edwards Photography\, a Roanoke-based headshot photographer\, who will be offering quick\, professional mini-sessions (around 5 minutes each) starting at 5:30 PM. \n\n\n\nReserve your slot by filling out the form on the event page that is linked! Get2KnowNoke followers will also receive a special discount! Be sure to sign up for their newsletter to receive the code.  \n\n\n\nPricing:• $10 for Ad2 and AAF members (must receive a discount code)• $15 for Get2KnowNoke followers (must receive a discount code)• $20 for non-members \n\n\n\nHeadshots typically cost between $150–$300\, so this is a great opportunity to look professional at a fraction of the cost. \n\n\n\nWhile headshots are being taken\, enjoy networking with other professionals in the advertising and media fields during our happy hour. The BiblioPub will have its bar open for drink purchases\, offering beer\, wine\, tea\, and coffee\, and we’ll have complimentary snacks available as well.  \n\n\n\nEven if you don’t plan to get a headshot\, come out and join us\, it’s a great way to connect and support our local organizations! \n\n\n\n                \n                        \n                            Headshot Happy Hour Registration\n                             \n							"*" indicates required fields \n                        \n                        EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Email*\n                            \n                        CompanyHeadshot Happy Hour Registration Quantity*\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$20.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Promo Code Total\n							\n						Payment Method\n         Submit
URL:https://www.aafroanoke.org/event/headshots-ad2/
LOCATION:The BiblioPub\, 416 Campbell Ave SW\, Roanoke\, Virginia\, 24016\, United States
CATEGORIES:AAF,Ad2
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SUMMARY:Morning Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:Morning Meet Up\n\n\n\nJoin AAF Roanoke for a casual morning of networking\, coffee\, and community connection at Albemarle Bakery & Coffee House (203 Albemarle Ave SW\, Roanoke\, VA 24016) on Thursday\, November 13\, from 7:30–9:00 AM. \n\n\n\nStart your day with coffee and conversation\, meet fellow advertising and creative professionals\, and the first 5 folks to arrive will enjoy coffee on us! \n\n\n\nWe’ll also be collecting donations to support Local Office on Aging—your generosity helps make a difference in our community. \n\n\n\nStop by\, say hello\, and make new connections before you head into the rest of your day! \n\n\n\nDonation Needed:\n\n\n\nHelp support the Local Office on Aging by bringing any of the following items: \n\n\n\n\nToiletries\n\n\n\nIncontinence undergarments\n\n\n\nEnsure\n\n\n\nCanned meats (tuna\, chicken)\n\n\n\nHearty soups and stews\n\n\n\nIndividual packs of peanut butter crackers\n\n\n\nMacaroni & cheese cups\n\n\n\nMashed potato cups\n\n\n\n\nWe can’t wait to kick off the morning with great coffee and conversation.Let us know you’re coming by completing the form below! \n\n\n\n                \n                        Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Email(Required)\n                            \n                        CompanyTicket/RSVP(Required)Ad 2 Member – FREEAAF Member – FREEStudent – FREENon-Member – FREETotal\n							\n						\n         Submit
URL:https://www.aafroanoke.org/event/morning-meet-up/
LOCATION:Albemarle Bakery & Coffee House\, 203 Albemarle Ave SW\, Virginia\, United States
CATEGORIES:AAF
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SUMMARY:Roanoke Ghost Tour
DESCRIPTION:Journey through the uncanny history of the Roanoke Valley on a walking ghost tour. Three tours nightly\, Oct. 29-31.
URL:https://www.aafroanoke.org/event/roanoke-ghost-tour/
LOCATION:Virginia
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SUMMARY:Advertising Horror Stories
DESCRIPTION:Ever had a project that totally went off the rails? Or an idea that seemed brilliant… until it wasn’t? We’ve all been there. \n\n\n\nOn October 21 at Big Lick Brewing Company\, we’re bringing together a panel of local advertising pros to share their scariest\, funniest\, and most cringe-worthy stories from the industry. From campaigns that flopped to budgets that vanished into thin air\, these are the kinds of tales you’ll never hear in a case study or awards show speech. \n\n\n\nIt’s a night of good beer\, good company\, and some seriously spooky behind-the-scenes confessions just in time for Halloween. \n\n\n\nOur Featured Storytellers\n\n\n\n\nMeredith Carty \n\n\n\nMeredith Carty is the Founder and Principal Designer of Jones Street Creative\, a Roanoke-based “brand repair shop” known for sharp strategy and award-winning logo design. With experience on both the brand and agency sides across industries like healthcare\, education\, and the creative sector\, she brings a unique perspective on how organizations connect with their audiences. Meredith’s work has been featured on Forbes.com\, Dwell.com\, and PBS’s Art21. A mom of two boys\, she’s a master multitasker who knows a thing or two about creative problem-solving\, perfect for a night of stories about when things don’t go according to plan. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBrian Yohn \n\n\n\nBrian Yohn is a senior graphic designer at Virginia Tech with more than 20 years of experience spanning agency work\, creative leadership at Virginia Tech\, and a two-year remote stint with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. A designer\, educator\, and tinkerer at heart\, Brian balances big ideas with hands-on problem-solving. Outside of work\, he wrangles two teenagers\, a flock of chickens\, and too many cats\, a daily masterclass in patience and adaptability that makes him well-equipped to share a few design horror stories of his own. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJustin Combs \n\n\n\nJustin Combs is currently an advertising professor of practice in the School of Communication at Virginia Tech. He has planned and executed multi-million-dollar media campaigns for hundreds of Arby’s restaurants across the country\, led Bardstown Bourbon Company’s first national campaign\, and contributed quiz content for two Chipotle IQ digital trivia games (both went viral). He’s weathered his fair share of advertising mishaps and dealt with more than a few monster clients along the way. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n🎟️ $20 per personYour ticket includes: \n\n\n\n\nOne drink to sip while you listen\n\n\n\nA Halloween goodie bag to take home\n\n\n\n\nMembers\, non-members\, friends—all are welcome. \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nSpace is limited\, so please register to save your spot!
URL:https://www.aafroanoke.org/event/ad-horror-stories/
LOCATION:Big Lick Brewing Company\, 409 Salem Ave SW\,\, Roanoke\, Virginia\, 24016
CATEGORIES:AAF,Ad2
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SUMMARY:Authenticity in Action: Latino Voices in Media & Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Join us Tuesday\, September 30\, at noon\, for a meaningful discussion about the role the Latino community plays in the advertising and media. Our panelists will share their backgrounds\, showcase examples of inclusive campaigns\, and examine how local agencies can better serve the growing Hispanic community in Roanoke. Whether you’re in marketing\, media\, or simply appreciate authentic storytelling\, this event will offer fresh perspectives and practical ideas. \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, September 30\, 2025\n\n\n\nWhen: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM\n\n\n\nWhere: Online via Zoom\n\n\n\n\nMeet Our Panelists\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMercedes Barba \n\n\n\nMercedes is the founder of Mercedes Barba & Media LLC. A Latina entrepreneur\, PR expert\, and mom\, Mercedes helps founders\, creators\, and financial leaders land features in outlets like Forbes\, Business Insider\, and Fast Company. She blends storytelling and strategy to amplify voices\, grow businesses\, and champion representation in media. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAna Morales \n\n\n\nAna serves as the Art Director for Roanoke Magazine\, earned an MFA degree from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and a BFA from James Madison University\, where she studied studio art and art education. Morales has exhibited her art locally and nationally for the past two decades. Ana currently lives in Roanoke with her husband and stepson and has a baby boy on the way! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBrenda Prieto \n\n\n\nOriginally from Mexico City\, Brenda came to Roanoke as an international student and has since built a dynamic career in marketing and communications. She now serves as PR\, Marketing & Social Media Manager at the City of Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority and leads Ad 2 Roanoke as president. \n\n\n\nBrenda’s passion for storytelling\, community\, and uplifting diverse voices makes her an inspiring part of our conversation on authenticity in advertising. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Experience\n\n\n\nThis isn’t just another lunch break\, it’s your chance to: \n\n\n\n\nHear powerful stories from local Latinos and Latinas shaping advertising and media.\n\n\n\nSee campaigns in action that prove inclusive work makes a difference\n\n\n\nDiscover fresh perspectives on connecting with Roanoke’s growing Hispanic community\n\n\n\nWalk away inspired with practical ideas you can put to use right away\n\n\n\n\nCome hungry for lunch\, and leave hungry to create change. \n\n\n\nCost of Tickets \n\n\n\n\nFree for Ad 2 and AAF Roanoke members\n\n\n\n$10 for non-members
URL:https://www.aafroanoke.org/event/authenticity-in-action/
LOCATION:Virginia
CATEGORIES:AAF,Ad2
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