All Events - Blue Ridge Highlander

03/19/2010 - Chimney Rock Park - Hammered Dulcimer Music with John Mason

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Chimney Rock's featured entertainer, John Mason, plays the hammered dulcimer. Learn more about this unique instrument and listen to John's beautiful music and funny stories. In the event of inclement weather, John may not be able to play.

03/20/2010 - John C. Campbell - Empty Bowl

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 17:00:00 -0400

Select a handcrafted bowl from a collection donated by area potters. Next, fill your bowl with a hearty meal of soup, salad, bread and dessert.

Enjoy live entertainment and the company of new and old friends. Take your bowl home with you to keep as a reminder of hunger in our local and global communities.

March 20, 2010

Location: Olive Dame Campbell Dining Hall

Tickets are $25 Event begins at 5 pm

Tickets are on sale now at the following locations:

*Cash or checks only in all locations, please.

Folk School Craft Shop

(828) 837-2775 x 125

Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce in Murphy

(828) 837-2242

United Community Bank in Hayesville

(828) 389-6363

03/20/2010 - Chimney Rock Park - Naturalist Series - Survival Skills

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 22:00:00 -0400

What's to eat out there away from the supermarket and corner mini-mart? In the morning session, find out what is edible or palatable in the environment of the southern mountains and how to recognize and prepare it. This is not a cooking event, so don't come too hungry.

Don't get stranded out there! During the afternoon session, join us to learn how to be prepared in the wild.

This session will include shelter-building and fire-making. $35 for Adults, $30 for Annual Passholders, $25 for ages 6-15, $15 for Grady's Kids Club Members (includes Park admission for the day).

03/20/2010 - Chimney Rock Park - Hammered Dulcimer Music with John Mason

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0400

03/21/2010 - Chimney Rock Park - Hammered Dulcimer Music with John Mason

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0400

03/27/2010 - Helen, GA - 21st Annual Trout Tournament

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 06:00:00 -0400

Come try your luck in the Chattahoochee River. $1250 in tagged fish! Bucket Raffle $1.00 per ticket. Retistration at the Helen Festhalle.

03/27/2010 - Cleveland, GA - Easter Eggstravaganza

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 10:00:00 -0400

Annual Magical Easter Eggstravaganza. Have breakfast with the Easter Bunny, enjoy an easter egg hunt and games. There will be arts & crafts at Babyland General Hospital, home of the Cabbage Patch Kids. Hope to see you there!

03/27/2010 - Chimney Rock Park - Grand Opening of Birdhouse Exhibit

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 12:30:00 -0400

Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of our Birdhouse exhibit space. Here you'll learn all about the variety of birds that are often sighted in the Park.

03/27/2010 - John C. Campbell Folk School - Bi-monthly Contra Dances

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 20:00:00 -0400

Bi-monthly Saturday Night Contra Dances at the John C. Campbell Folk School. Contra dances for adults, children, beginners, singles, and couples, with live music and callers from near and far.

Beginners, singles and couples welcome.

Beginners should come promptly at 8 pm, since we start with easier dances and more teaching early in the evening.

For more information call 1-800.FOLK.SCH (365.5724) or local 828.837.2775

http://www.folkschool.org

03/27/2010 - Chimney Rock Park - Simon Says Guided Bird Walk - Early Arrivals

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 21:00:00 -0400

Early spring in Chimney Rock can be exciting as recently arrived spring migrants like Black-throated Green and Black-and-white Warblers are singing. Blue-headed Vireos have been moving through for the past couple of weeks as well. Simon Thompson is your guide on this easy-to-moderate walk.

Be sure to stick around for the Grand Opening of our Birdhouse exhibit at 12:30pm.

$25 for Adults; $10 for Annual Passholders; $12 for ages 6-15; $5 for Grady's Kids Club Members.

03/27/2010 - Cherokee, NC - Ramp It Up! Festival

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0400

3/27/10 Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds

Feast on succulent trout and pungent wild onion/garlic-like ramps. Honor the Cherokee elders on their special day. Pitch horseshoes and make that iron ring! Whether you compete for big prizes or just admire the masters, you're in for big fun. Held during Cherokee's trout season opening, this gathering includes music, senior games, craft exhibitions, and the chance to head home with a full creel.

Contact: Cherokee Welcome Center - 1-800-438-1601

04/02/2010 - Bryson City, NC - Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Easter Beagle Express

Fri, 02 Apr 2010 10:30:00 -0400

Passengers will join Snoopy, Lucy, Charlie Brown and our Easter Bunnies for old fashioned Easter fun during the 1 hour layover at the Nantahala Outdoor Center.

Festivities include an Easter egg hunt with special prizes, egg decorating, storytelling, coloring sheets, temporary tattoos, snacks with Snoopy and more.

There will also be plenty of opportunities for pictures, so do not forget your camera!

04/03/2010 - Georgia-American Cancer Society Car&Motorcycle Show

Sat, 03 Apr 2010 10:00:00 -0400

April 3, 2010 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Awards at 4 p.m.

Easter Egg Hunt at 1 p.m.

Blue Ridge City Park in front of Courthouse

All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society

Pre-registration until April 2 $15

Day of show registration $20

For more information, contact Vickie Rhodes at 706-455-5093 or VRhodes_8@hotmail.com or Chris Bradburn at 706-455-7348

Registration forms are available at

Century 21 Professional Realty Group,

950 Appalachian Hwy.,

Blue Ridge, GA 30513

04/03/2010 - Bryson City, NC - Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Easter Beagle Express

Sat, 03 Apr 2010 10:30:00 -0400

Passengers will join Snoopy, Lucy, Charlie Brown and our Easter Bunnies for old fashioned Easter fun during the 1 hour layover at the Nantahala Outdoor Center.

Festivities include an Easter egg hunt with special prizes, egg decorating, storytelling, coloring sheets, temporary tattoos, snacks with Snoopy and more.

There will also be plenty of opportunities for pictures, so do not forget your camera!

04/03/2010 - Blue Ridge, GA - Easter Jubilee

Sat, 03 Apr 2010 11:00:00 -0400

Lilly Pad Village, 7.5 miles south on Aska Road.

Easter egg hunt, photo's with the Easter Bunny, live music, hot dogs, chips and beverages.

Bring your pet for a Easter Bonnet Pet Parade. Admission is $5.00 per person, kids under 10 are free.

All proceeds are to benefit Firestation Lucky #13

04/03/2010 - Grand Opening of Whatmore Art Museum

Sat, 03 Apr 2010 15:00:00 -0400

The Whatmore Art Museum is having its grand opening on Saturday, April 3, 2010 from 3 to 8 pm. The museum is dedicated to bringing innovative contemporary art to the town of Andrews, and the surrounding valley regions of western North Carolina.

The gala opening will feature sculptor Aaron Kent who will display three outdoor installations and three indoor installations including small sculptures and photographs of his series 'Bones'. Aaron will also give several demonstrations of his unusual casting techniques of animal bones. Local performance artist Jeanne Powell, whose medium is fire, will perform 'Fire & Art' in the Amphitheater located in the three acre park setting of the museum grounds. The Whatmore Art Museum includes in its programs an Artist in Residency program, an Artist Retreat, and Atelier Classes & Workshops which are taught in the traditional European manner.

The Whatmore's sister museum, Andrews Art Museum will open its third year of exhibits the same evening from 5 to 7 pm. The Andrews Art Museum's 'April Exhibit' will include twenty contemporary artists from around the United States. There will be a performance in the theatre located on the ground floor by singer Beth Coffey, accompanied by the piano and flute. The founders of the two museums and the residency and art programs are Annette Rawlings and Areca Whatmore. Their goal is to bring art and art education to the residents of the region, to demonstrate how the tranquility of nature inspires creativity and to create an important art destination in Andrews.

04/03/2010 - Blue Ridge, GA Easter Egg-spress

Sat, 03 Apr 2010 16:00:00 -0400

Enjoy a train ride aboard the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway with the Easter Bunny. This is a two hour trip, departs from Blue Ridge on Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

Bring your basket for an Easter Egg hunt as well.

Call 706-632-9833 for tickets.

04/04/2010 - Chimney Rock Park - 55th Annual Easter Sunrise Service

Sun, 04 Apr 2010 18:30:00 -0400

Celebrate the glory of Easter as our guest at this interdenominational community worship. This special service will be filled with song, scripture, music and spectacular sunrise views over beautiful Lake Lure and Hickory Nut Gorge. John Mason, the Park's featured hammered dulcimer player, will perform.

Arrive early, dress warmly and bring a flashlight. Gates Open 5-6am; Service 6:30am.

04/08/2010 - Chimney Rock Park - Spring Homeschool Day

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 22:00:00 -0400

The Need for Trees
Everyone forgets about the trees! This program explains why trees are important and how they help support life on Earth. Scouts will enjoy learning about some of the special trees in the Park and even some they may find in their own backyards.

Everyday Green
Have you ever wondered what you could do to help our earth on an everyday basis? You've heard about reducing, reusing and recycling, but do you know what else you can do right in your own home? A fun, interactive game will transform your students into little environmentalists!

Cohabitate!
We know that we share our habitat with many other species, but sometimes we don't all see eye to eye. Your class will learn what they may be sharing their homes with and how they can attract or avoided certain pests.

Introduction to Papermaking
Explore the ancient art form of making paper. Both natural and recycled materials will be used to create a unique sheet of paper.

$12 per student; $11.50 for parents; Annual Passholders $7 per student and no cost for parents

04/09/2010 - Foxfire - Living History Days

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:00:00 -0400

See the days of pioneer Appalachia brought to life by local families as the Foxfire Museum & Heritage Center hosts two days of living history, with adults and children dressed in 1800s period costumes, showcasing almost every facet of life in these mountains 200 years ago.

Cooking simple food in a stone fireplace, crafting wood furniture with hand tools, blacksmithing in a coal-fired forge, one-room schoolhouse classes covering the Appalachian "three Rs" (Readin', 'Ritin', and Religion), short church services, a quilting bee, plenty of old-time kids' games (everyone is invited to join in), live traditional music — all of these activities (and likely more) bring the Foxfire Museum to life, thanks to the parents, children, and friends of the Rabun Christian Home Educators, reenacting the unsophisticated and strenuous lives of the hardy settlers that created our homes within these majestic mountains.

Hours are 9:30am—4:30pm both days. Regular admission for either day is $6.00 for adults, children 10 and under free.

Friday is Home-School Day, when home-school families receive a discounted admission price of $3 per person. Rabun County residents are invited to attend the event on Saturday free of charge (with local ID).

On Saturday, there will be a shuttle van operating from the parking lots of Mountain City Church of God and Blue Heights Baptist Church, just off of US 441 at the lower end of Cross Street, so that the Museum's parking areas can accomodate visitors with mobility or endurance issues.

All proceeds will help support the Museum's mission of preserving the heritage of Southern Appalachia and making it available to visitors and students for generations to come.

Read more about the event http://theblueridgehighlander.com/foxfire-southern-appalachian-heritage/living-history-days.html

04/10/2010 - Blue Ridge, GA - Blue Ridge Mountain Adventure Race

Sat, 10 Apr 2010 13:00:00 -0400

Blue Ridge Mountain Adventure Race, sponsored by the Fannin County Chamber of Commerce in Blue Ridge, Georgia.

Run, mountain bike & Kayak the Toccoa River in this 13th annual co-ed adventure race 90+ co-ed teams of three participate.

Race starts at 8:00 a.m. sharp. This event is for the adventure racer and the spectator alike.

Finish line is at The Horseshoe Bend Park in McCaysville, GA.

Join us at the park at 1:00 p.m. for live reggae music by The Nattie Lovejoys, food and fun, part has lots of picnic tables, play ground, green space is along the banks of The Toccoa River.

Teams are expected to finish from about mid-afternoon until about 6:00 p.m.

04/10/2010 - Foxfire - Living History Days

Sat, 10 Apr 2010 17:00:00 -0400

Hours are 9:30am—4:30pm both days. Regular admission for either day is $6.00 for adults, children 10 and under free.

All proceeds will help support the Museum's mission of preserving the heritage of Southern Appalachia and making it available to visitors and students for generations to come.

Read more about the event http://theblueridgehighlander.com/foxfire-southern-appalachian-heritage/living-history-days.html

04/10/2010 - John C. Campbell Folk School - Bi-monthly Contra Dances

Sat, 10 Apr 2010 20:00:00 -0400

Bi-monthly Saturday Night Contra Dances at the John C. Campbell Folk School. Contra dances for adults, children, beginners, singles, and couples, with live music and callers from near and far.

Beginners, singles and couples welcome.

Beginners should come promptly at 8 pm, since we start with easier dances and more teaching early in the evening.

For more information call 1-800.FOLK.SCH (365.5724) or local 828.837.2775

http://www.folkschool.org

04/16/2010 - Hiawassee, Ga Mtn Fairgrounds - Travis Tritt

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Travis Tritt fell in love with music as a child, teaching himself how to play guitar at only eight and writing songs at 14. Determined to have a music career, Tritt began his persuit in 1982 by recording a demo tape at a private studio owned by Danny Davenport, who happened to be an executive at Warner Brothers. Davenport heard the vocalist's songs and was impressed, deciding to take Tritt under his wing. For the next several years, the pair recorded demo tapes while Tritt played the honky tonk circuit. The singer was developing a distinctive sound, adding elements of country-rock and Southern rock to his honky tonk.

Tickets on Sale March 5

04/17/2010 - Blue Ridge, GA-Rumble For Relay Benefit for American Cancer Society

Sat, 17 Apr 2010 08:00:00 -0400

The second annual Rumble For Relay begins with a ride through the Georgia mountains and includes live music by Breaking Point, a custom motorcycle show, a classic car cruise-in, barbecue by the North Georgia Shrine and other vendors. Registration is at 8 a.m. at the RiverStone Medical Campus, 101 Riverstone Vista in Blue Ridge. First bike is out at 10 a.m., riding through the mountains on a 120-mile treasure hunt to Rivers Edge Mountain RV Resort, 170 Hilltop Road in Murphy, NC.

End-of-ride events are open to the public.

All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society. The event is sponsored by Fannin Regional Hospital and RiverStone Medical Campus. For more information, contact Michelle Murray at (706) 964-6189 or Michelle_murray@chs.net.

04/17/2010 - Blue Ridge, GA - Blue Ridge Spring Fest

Sat, 17 Apr 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Sixth annual arts and crafts sale at the Blue Ridge Farmers Market, (next to Swan Drive Inn on Summit).

Live entertainment, free admission and is sponsored by Fannin County Explorer Post 401.

04/18/2010 - Blue Ridge, GA - Blue Ridge Spring Fest

Sun, 18 Apr 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Sixth annual arts and crafts sale at the Blue Ridge Farmers Market, (next to Swan Drive Inn on Summit).

Live entertainment, free admission and is sponsored by Fannin County Explorer Post 401.

04/18/2010 - Chimney Rock Park - Simon Says Guided Bird Walk - Spring Birding

Sun, 18 Apr 2010 21:00:00 -0400

Many of our breeding birds are singing and the wildflowers are in bloom. American Redstarts and Hooded Warblers are easy to see along the Hickory Nut Falls trail where several pairs of Scarlet Tanagers and Wood Thrush also nest every year. This is the time of the year when learning the bird songs can really help you find the birds. Includes Park admission for the day.

$25 for Adults; $10 for Annual Passholders; $12 for ages 6-15; $5 for Grady's Kids Club Members.

04/18/2010 - Chimney Rock Park - 40th Anniversary Celebration of Earth Day

Sun, 18 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Come Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day with North Carolina State Parks. What could provide more inspiration to care for our valuable natural resources than a fun-filled day in the beautiful setting of Hickory Nut Gorge. Gear up to "GREEN–up" by learning about sustainable practices and how to implement environmental stewardship into your daily routine through demonstrations and presentations.

04/22/2010 - Long Creek , SC - 18th Annual Rholetter's Apple Valley Bluegrass Festival presented by Mike Eades

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400

This is the 18th year of this festival so if you want to hear some good bluegrass music come see us ! We are located between Westminster , SC & Clayton , GA in Long Creek , SC , just off US Hwy 76 . Just turn at the Long Creek Fire Dept. and follow the signs.

The times are Thurs. April 22 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM , Fri. April 23 - 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM and Sat. April 24 - Noon - 11:00 PM .

Scheduled to appear are Mike Eades & The Battlecreek Boys , Apple Valley Review , Next In Line , Oconee Bluegrass , River's Edge Bluegrass , Rabon Creek, Mountain Angels , Bluegrass Gentlemen , Million Dollar Band & Last Road.

04/23/2010 - Brevard, NC - 4th Friday Gallery Walks

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 17:00:00 -0400

Official Event of the Blue Ridge Parkway's 75th Anniversary

Enjoy an evening stroll in downtown Brevard as you enjoy visiting the art galleries, art stores, retail stores and restaurants that are staying open late from 5-9 pm on every 4th Friday from April - November. Be sure to look for the 16 sculptures and five murals located in downtown as well. Galleries participating include: TC Arts Council, Number 7 Arts and Crafts Cooperative, Red Wolf Gallery, Bluewood Gallery, Drew Deane Gallery, Gallery on Main, Hollingsworth Gallery, Hunters & Gatherers, Gravy, Local Color and Continental Divide. Be sure to stop by and have dinner in one of our downtown restaurants. A brochure for the gallery walks can be found at any of the participating galleries or at the Chamber of Commerce. For more information call TC Arts at 828-884-2787.

04/23/2010 - Brevard, NC - Gospel Music Benefit for Museum

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 19:00:00 -0400

Friday, April 23, 7 pm, a Gospel Music event will be held at First Baptist Church, Gaston Street, Brevard, NC, to benefit the Transylvania Heritage Museum.

A suggested donation of $10 will be accepted at the door. 828-884-2347.

04/23/2010 - Long Creek , SC - 18th Annual Rholetter's Apple Valley Bluegrass Festival presented by Mike Eades

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400

The times are Thurs. April 22 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM , Fri. April 23 - 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM and Sat. April 24 - Noon - 11:00 PM . Scheduled to appear are Mike Eades & The Battlecreek Boys , Apple Valley Review , Next In Line , Oconee Bluegrass , River's Edge Bluegrass , Rabon Creek , Mountain Angels , Bluegrass Gentlemen , Million Dollar Band & Last Road.

04/23/2010 - Helen, GA-Southern Blue Relay

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400

One spectacular relay! Start on the top of breathtaking 729 foot Amicalola Falls and finish on the banks of the Chattahoochee River in the Alpine Village of Helen. In between Amicalola Falls & Helen:

200 miles of running

21,782 feet of elevation change

4,784 Foot Brasstown Bald-Georgia's Highest Peak

1,800 Foot Lake Chatuge-Georgia's Highest Lake

1,000 Foot Deep Tallulah Gorge

36 Legs

4-12 Runners

04/24/2010 - Blue Ridge, GA - Blue Ridge Spring Fest

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Sixth annual arts and crafts sale at the Blue Ridge Farmers Market, (next to Swan Drive Inn on Summit).

Live entertainment, free admission and is sponsored by Fannin County Explorer Post 401.

04/24/2010 - Chimney Rock Park - 6th Annual Bark in the Park

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 11:00:00 -0400

Your pup (and you!) is in for a tail-wagging good time as our Meadows transforms into a doggie dream park. This day of canine adventure features agility demonstrations, contests, info booths and lots more. Don't forget the leash.

04/24/2010 - John C. Campbell Folk School - Bi-monthly Contra Dances

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 20:00:00 -0400

Bi-monthly Saturday Night Contra Dances at the John C. Campbell Folk School. Contra dances for adults, children, beginners, singles, and couples, with live music and callers from near and far.

Beginners, singles and couples welcome.

Beginners should come promptly at 8 pm, since we start with easier dances and more teaching early in the evening.

For more information call 1-800.FOLK.SCH (365.5724) or local 828.837.2775

http://www.folkschool.org

04/24/2010 - Long Creek , SC - 18th Annual Rholetter's Apple Valley Bluegrass Festival presented by Mike Eades

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400

04/24/2010 - Helen, GA-Southern Blue Relay

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400

One spectacular relay! Start on the top of breathtaking 729 foot Amicalola Falls and finish on the banks of the Chattahoochee River in the Alpine Village of Helen. In between Amicalola Falls & Helen:

200 miles of running

21,782 feet of elevation change

4,784 Foot Brasstown Bald-Georgia's Highest Peak

1,800 Foot Lake Chatuge-Georgia's Highest Lake

1,000 Foot Deep Tallulah Gorge

36 Legs

4-12 Runners

04/25/2010 - Blue Ridge, GA - Blue Ridge Spring Fest

Sun, 25 Apr 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Sixth annual arts and crafts sale at the Blue Ridge Farmers Market, (next to Swan Drive Inn on Summit).

Live entertainment, free admission and is sponsored by Fannin County Explorer Post 401.

04/25/2010 - Robbinsville, NC - Ramp Dinner&Appalachian Dinner/Concert

Sun, 25 Apr 2010 11:00:00 -0400

Ramp Dinner & Appalachian Dinner/Concert at Stecoah Valley Center & Robbinsville, NC ~ Saturday – Rompin-Stomping Music Concert and Appalachian Dinner at Stecoah Arts Center
Sunday –Ramps Dinner served at 11 a.m., Rescue Squad Building, Robbinsville, NC

04/30/2010 - Asheville - 2010 French Broad River Festival

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:00:00 -0400

This annual festival has grown steadily from a one night benefit party on the banks of the French Broad to an all weekend family festival featuring some of the best music in the area and a number of outdoor events in celebration of this beautiful river and setting.

The 13^th annual festival is set for April 30 – May 2, 2019 where the French Broad River meets the Appalachian Trail at the beautiful Hot Springs Campground & Spa. Festival begins at 4:00 on Friday, April 30 and ends Sunday, May 2. For details or call 828-253-1240.

Proceeds from the festival will be donated to American Whitewater and the new Hot Springs Community Learning Center. $5000 was donated to American Whitewater and $5000 to the Hot Springs Community Learning Center.

05/01/2010 - Maggie Valley, NC - Great Smoky Mountain Trout Festival

Sat, 01 May 2010 10:00:00 -0400

This unique, family-oriented event celebrates the importance of Mountain Trout as a valuable resource to the community. Come and join us for a fun filled family day of education and entertainment.

05/01/2010 - Helen, GA - 2nd Annual Wurstfest

Sat, 01 May 2010 13:00:00 -0400

The Wurstfest will feature 'wurst' specialties offered by local restaurants. Events downtown from 1PM - 5PM. The Wurstfest continues at the Festhalle from 7PM - 11PM with Wurst tasting, beer tasting and live entertainment

05/01/2010 - Asheville - 2010 French Broad River Festival

Sat, 01 May 2010 16:00:00 -0400

05/01/2010 - Chimney Rock Park - Shutterbugs Nature Photography Workshop

Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400

The Park is the perfect backdrop for capturing amazing photographs. Take advantage of this information-packed 2-day clinic with noted WNC photographer Les Saucier. Workshop includes classroom time, field time and critique. Les has more than 25 years of experience in photography. (fees include all instruction, an Annual Pass and lunch for both days).

05/02/2010 - Asheville - 2010 French Broad River Festival

Sun, 02 May 2010 16:00:00 -0400

05/02/2010 - Chimney Rock Park - Shutterbugs Nature Photography Workshop

Sun, 02 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400

05/08/2010 - John C. Campbell Folk School - Bi-monthly Contra Dances

Sat, 08 May 2010 20:00:00 -0400

Bi-monthly Saturday Night Contra Dances at the John C. Campbell Folk School. Contra dances for adults, children, beginners, singles, and couples, with live music and callers from near and far.

Beginners, singles and couples welcome.

Beginners should come promptly at 8 pm, since we start with easier dances and more teaching early in the evening.

For more information call 1-800.FOLK.SCH (365.5724) or local 828.837.2775

http://www.folkschool.org

05/08/2010 - Chimney Rock Park - 3rd Annual Lure of the Dragons Festival

Sat, 08 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Dragons descend on Lake Lure! In the form of boats, that is. Watch as teams compete to raise money for area children's charities. The festival has entertainment, food and kids' activities, so it's not just fun for the whole family, it's fun for the whole day.