ROANOKE, Va. One of downtown Roanokes most beloved traditions is moving from the sidewalk to the computer. Over the past six decades, the Taubman Museum of Arts annual Sidewalk Art Show has attracted thousands of visitors. One is an online shop that already has more than 100 works for sale from 25 artists, while the main event will happen Aug. 15-16. Continuing that tradition as traditions evolve, especially during this time frame, to an online event is key not only for the museum but for the community and for the artists that are involved, said Cindy Petersen, executive director of the Taubman Museum of Art. Click here to learn more about the virtual Sidewalk Art Show.

ROANOKE, Va. Give now and gather later: Thats what the Jefferson Center in Roanoke hopes youll do this summer. The art hub is asking the community for help as it launches its new campaign. Unable to hold concerts and shows right now, the center is relying on donations to continue its work supporting more than 20 nonprofits and community organizations that call the Jefferson Center home. Those donations will also help the centers local art partners like the symphony, opera and childrens theatre that are suffering right now as well.