2017 Annual Report

Heartwood: SWVA Gateway

Enhancements Landscaping

Since the hire of the new Executive Director, Chris Cannon, many changes have been made. Heartwood has enhanced the landscape by contracting with Universal Lawn. Pine straw has been added to the flower bed, as well as planting additional flowers. LOVEwork & SWVA Letters Heartwood has added a set of LOVE and SWVA letters to the front of the building. These letter were built out of local, reclaimed barn wood and scrap metal. This provides an opportunity for visitors to get a photo with these authentic pieces that were crafted by one of our local artisans Hunter Danndhardt of Appalachian Reclaimed. SWVA Mountain Brew Bar Formerly known as the Coffee &Wine Bar, the new Mountain Brew Bar area has undergone a complete transformation. The Brew Bar name emerged from the newly established Southwest Vir- ginia Mountain Brew Trail. This trail is a mobile application, which allows craft beer lovers to check- in and get the full taste of Southwest Virginia craft beer. Dining tables have been removed, adding couches and lounge chairs to give this area a brew bar vibe. This provides a warm and welcoming environment for visitors to grab coffee, try a local wine or beer, and take advantage of the freeWi-Fi.