In its second year, Saved by a Salamander Day touts conservation efforts and environmentally friendly practices, especially as they pertain to the preservation of the New River and its wildlife. Hosted by the New River Conservancy, the festival’s name is said to stem from the 1960s and ’70s when a powerful electric company attempted to dam the New River and flood the Grassy Creek valley but was prevented by a rare Hellbender salamander. There will be local speakers, recreational activities, critter interactions, vendors, box lunches from The Old Store, and opportunities to learn more about the river and healthy water sustainability. It’s all topped off by music from The Jeff Little Trio. » Outside The Old Store, 710 Grassy Creek Rd.; Saturday, 1 p.m.; free; (336) 384-1220; www.newriverconservancy.org