Fridays at the Folk Art Center: Untold Stories of Appalachian Women
Folk Art Center Milepost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville, NC, United StatesJoin a Parkway ranger for an evening exploring the incredible contributions of women in the Appalachian region. We will be sharing the stories of the Cherokee War Women, enslaved women, midwives, and the women of today who have shaped Appalachia and the Blue Ridge Parkway. It will be a fun, informative, and inspirational evening for […]
ASAP’s Farm Tour
Connect with our region’s farmers and get a behind-the-scenes tour of local food in the mountains. ASAP’s Farm Tour is a chance to experience how food is grown and raised through guided tours, demonstrations, hands-on activities, and tastings. The tour is a family-friendly event and a great outing for visitors of all ages, abilities, and […]
2021 Cherokee Heritage Festival
Cherokee Homestead 805 Hwy 64 Business, Hayesville, NC, United StatesLearn all about the Cherokee culture in your own back yard. The 2021 Cherokee Heritage Festival is not to be missed! Come see demonstrations and dancing from the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Try authentic Fry Bread, or purchase a beautiful hand-crafted piece of jewelry or art! Come see demonstrations and dancing from the Eastern […]
Friday Night Concert with Gnarly Fingers
Historic Clay County Courthouse/Beal Center 25 Herbert Street, Hayesville, NC, United StatesBring your favorite lawn chair, your sweetheart and family, and come out for our FREE summer concerts on the Historic Courthouse Square in downtown Hayesville! No registration or tickets required! Red Bucket Donations appreciated. Food and beverage service available at 6pm and music gets underway at 7pm.
The Black Mountain Center for the Arts: Return of the Red House Photographers
Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 West State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesThe Black Mountain Center for the Arts (BMCA) is happy to feature the Return of the Red House Photographers. These talented photographers will display their work in the Upper Gallery starting October 1 and running through October 22. The public is invited to a reception for the artists on Saturday, October 2 from 4:30 to […]
Spruce Pine Potters Market
ONLINE EVENT - VIRTUALThe Spruce Pine Potters Market has become a fall tradition for so many, and is a festive event that celebrates our community of clay artists and clay enthusiasts. In the continued interest of everyone’s safety, our show will not happen in person this year. But we are excited that the vibrant spirit of SPPM will be […]
Valle Country Fair in Valle Crucis
Valle Crucis Conference Center Fair Grounds Highway 194S , Valle Crucis, NC, United StatesThe Valle Country Fair in Valle Crucis North Carolina is a true mountain fair! The fair features homemade Brunswick Stew, BBQ and Apple Butter to warm you up on a crisp Autumn Day. Children's activities include storytelling, pumpkin carving and pumpkin bowling. Fair goers can peruse over 150 juried arts & crafts vendors and listen […]
Fall 2021 Fused Glass Workshops at Tryon Arts & Crafts School
Tryon Arts and Crafts School 373 Harmon Field Road, Tryon, NC, United States"THINKING OUTSIDE THE BOWL" Workshop with Deb Williams Join veteran glass artist, Deb Williams, as she teaches a hands-on class using cost effective tempered glass. Create multiple fused projects (flat and vessel) during our three days together and learn tips and tricks to creating the “not so ordinary” bowl. We will be using a process […]
Fall 2021 Fused Glass Workshops at Tryon Arts & Crafts School
Tryon Arts and Crafts School 373 Harmon Field Road, Tryon, NC, United States"THINKING OUTSIDE THE BOWL" Workshop with Deb Williams Join veteran glass artist, Deb Williams, as she teaches a hands-on class using cost effective tempered glass. Create multiple fused projects (flat and vessel) during our three days together and learn tips and tricks to creating the “not so ordinary” bowl. We will be using a process […]
Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, Maggie Valley, NC 3987 Soco Road PO Box 306, Maggie Valley, NC, United StatesThe Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival features Balsam Range, Unspoken Tradition, and the Kruger Brothers. Beer and wine will be available for purchase. Food trucks invited to participate include: Lost Highway Pizza, Out of the Blue, Appalachian Smoke BBQ, and Fuego. Early Bird discount available for tickets purchased prior to September 30. Maggie Valley Festival Grounds […]
An Evening of Storytelling at Vance Birthplace
Vance Birthplace State Historic Site 911 Reems Creek Road, Weaverville, NC, United StatesJoin us as we get you in the spooky spirit of Halloween with a few Appalachian ghost stories and others from afar. Dr. Delanna Reed, a member of the Jonesborough Storytellers Guild and a professor at East Tennessee State University, will bring these scary tales to life through spoken word. Visitors can bring a blanket […]
Fall 2021 Fused Glass Workshops at Tryon Arts & Crafts School
Tryon Arts and Crafts School 373 Harmon Field Road, Tryon, NC, United StatesJoin veteran glass artist, Deb Williams, as she teaches a hands-on class using cost effective tempered glass. Create multiple fused projects (flat and vessel) during our three days together and learn tips and tricks to creating the “not so ordinary” bowl. We will be using a process that resolves that dreaded compatibility issue and also […]