City of Angels MEGA Adoptathon
Berglund Special Events Center
MORE INFORMATION ANGELS OF ASSISI WEBSITE
When you hear the name Angels of Assisi, who are we talking about? Who actually are the Angels? Are they the people who tirelessly work in the shelter & the clinic? Or maybe animals are fallen angels who are brought to health & into homes where they can radiate joy & love the way angels would. Maybe the angels are the volunteers who give their time to little souls needing comfort or donors who give the gift of possibility. Or perhaps the angels are the people who come to shelters, choosing to adopt a pet who needs a home which then provides an extra space for the next animal who needs a chance. What if Angels of Assisi refers to all of them? What if it’s all of us? We could be a City of Angels trying to bring goodness into our community & homes one adoption at a time. Come to the Berglund Center on Sunday, December 10th to witness a gathering of angels from all over the Roanoke area & our neighboring shelters for the City of Angels MEGA Adoptathon. Your adoption story starts here.
Angels of Assisi is an independent, nonprofit animal welfare organization serving SW Virginia and West Virginia. Along with an Adoption Center & Farm Sanctuary, Angels of Assisi offers a Community Pet Hospital, Rural Veterinary Care, Cruelty Investigations, Disaster Response, and a Safety Net Program for those needing temporary help due to domestic violence or emergency situations.
Contact Information:
Angels of Assisi
Lisa O’Niell
540.400.2233
loniell@angelsofassisi.org
Featured Events
Berglund Performing Arts Theatre
SHOWTIME: 7:30 PM
VIP PHOTO OP
PREMIUM VIP PHOTO OP
Set your phasers to stun! Prepare to be beamed up for an unforgettable night with the original ‘Captain James T. Kirk’, award-winning actor William Shatner.
Following a screening of the classic film Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, William Shatner takes to the stage to share fascinating and humorous behind-the-scenes stories from his illustrious career, including answering audience questions.
VIP tickets will be available, which include a post-show photo op with Mr. Shatner. It’s going to be a warp-speed, once-in-a-lifetime adventure you won’t
want to miss!
Two tiers of VIP tickets are available for each date on top of the regular ticket price. The Standard VIP option includes a post show photo opportunity with Mr. Shatner, shot by a professional photographer. Premium VIP tickets are also available, which include an exclusive signed poster in addition to the photo opportunity. VIP add on is not valid without a show ticket. Each attendee must have both for photo op entry.
Berglund Center Coliseum
Friday, 4/17, 7:05 P.M.
2026 SPHL President's Cup Playoffs - Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs vs. Evansville Thunderbolts - Round Two: Game One. Rail Yard Dawgs postseason sponsored by Haley Toyota. Media partner is 94.9 STAR Country FM. Parking is $10 while spaces remain or use free shuttle. Event Updates: https://www.railyarddawgs.com/eventupdates
Berglund Center Coliseum
Saturday, 4/18, 7:05 P.M.
2026 SPHL President's Cup Playoffs - Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs vs. Evansville Thunderbolts - Round Two: Game Two. Rail Yard Dawgs postseason sponsored by Haley Toyota. Media partner is 94.9 STAR Country FM. Parking is $10 while spaces remain or use free shuttle. Event Updates: https://www.railyarddawgs.com/eventupdates
Berglund Special Events Center
Saturday, April 18, 2026- 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday, April 19, 2026- 10 AM – 5 PM
Screamiverse Expo is a horror, sci-fi, and arts convention taking place at the Berglund Center in Roanoke, VA on April 18-19 2026. We will feature vendors, special guests, panels, film fest, tattooing & piercing, and more!
FEATURED CLASSES
Behind The Yellow Tape- Presented by Crime Scene Investigator Rebekah Hollingsworth
This is a "FREE ADD ON TICKET". A ticket for admission to Screamiverse Expo is still required.
Class Location- Berglund Hall, Parlor B (Ross Room)
Saturday, April 18, 2026: 4:00-4:45 PM
Title: Behind the Yellow Tape
Think horror movies are scary? Try investigating one in real life. Join veteran Crime Scene Investigator Rebekah Hollingsworth as she takes horror off the screen and into reality. In this up-close look at her work, you’ll walk through an actual crime scene and explore the gruesome, shocking, and sometimes bizarre details that CSI teams face every day. If you love horror, true crime, or just want to know what really happens when the scene is sealed off and the gloves go on—this is an experience you won’t want to miss.
Due to the graphic nature of this event, it will be held in Parlor B in Berglund Hall. Only 48 tickets will be available for this event, so be sure to get them while you can! This is an "ADD ON TICKET", a ticket for admission to Screamiverse Expo is still required.
Dead Men Do Tell Tales- Presented by Crime Scene Investigator Rebekah Hollingsworth
This is a "FREE ADD ON TICKET". A ticket for admission to Screamiverse Expo is still required.
Class Location- Berglund Hall, Parlor B (Ross Room)
Saturday, April 19, 2026: 11:00-12:00 PM
Title: Dead Men Do Tell Tales
Step beyond the jump-scare and into the real world of Death Investigation. Join Crime Scene Investigator Rebekah Hollingsworth as she guides you through what really happens when a life ends unexpectedly; you’ll discover how investigators read a scene, interpret the body, and separate fact from Hollywood fiction. We’ll break down common myths, surprising truths, and the small details that speak louder than any ghost story. Whether you’re a writer, a horror fan, or just fascinated by the macabre side of science, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for the stories the dead can tell, if you know how to listen.
Due to the graphic nature of this event, it will be held in Parlor B in Berglund Hall. Only 48 tickets will be available for this event, so be sure to get them while you can! This is an "ADD ON TICKET", a ticket for admission to Screamiverse Expo is still required.
*Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult for this event*