Blue Ridge Blueberries: U-Pick Farm
Blue Ridge Blueberries 267 Altapass Church of God Road, Spruce Pine, NC, United StatesWe are launching our U-Pick Blueberry farm this year: www.blueridgeblueberries.com. We are located about 1.5 miles off the parkway at mile marker 327 where Altapass Hwy intersects the parkway between North Cove overlook and the Altapass Orchard: 267 Altapass Church of God Rd. Our farm (Revival Farm and Art) is also home to Plumb Art (deborahkolp.com). […]
Heather Gillis at The Stage @ Jones von Drehle
Jones von Drehle Vineyards and Winery Old Railroad Grade Road, Thurmond, NC, United StatesMUSIC IN THE VINEYARD! Join us for an evening of the musical artistry of Heather Gillis and her band. A taste of southern blues led by the gifted Heather Gillis on guitar and lap steel. Backing Heather is her full band, including brass. Heather Gillis is the TOTAL package as a guitar player, lap steel […]
Grandfather Glows: Bioluminescent Evenings on Grandfather Mountain
Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, United StatesHave the rare opportunity to see Synchronous Fireflies, Blue Ghost Fireflies and Glowworms, weather and conditions permitting (rain dates provided). Tickets go on sale May 23 at 10 a.m. The Photinus carolinus is the only species of firefly in North America whose individuals can synchronize their lighting display, meaning they can flash in unison. The […]
Grandfather Glows: Bioluminescent Evenings on Grandfather Mountain
Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, United StatesHave the rare opportunity to see Synchronous Fireflies, Blue Ghost Fireflies and Glowworms, weather and conditions permitting (rain dates provided). Tickets go on sale May 23 at 10 a.m. The Photinus carolinus is the only species of firefly in North America whose individuals can synchronize their lighting display, meaning they can flash in unison. The […]
Valdese Independence Day Celebration
Old Rock School 400 Main Street West, Valdese, NC, United States2022 Independence Day will be held in conjunction with Valdese Summer Concert Series on July 1, 2022. Each year the Town of Valdese celebrates Independence Day by holding an impressive fireworks display on the football field behind the Old Rock School. Regarded as one of the most impressive fireworks displays in the area, the Town […]
First Fridays – Gretchen Griffith
The Hub Station Arts Center Cedar Valley Road, Hudson, North Carolina, United StatesThe Art of Story Catching with author Gretchen Griffith. Join author Gretchen Griffith, a self-proclaimed "story catcher" for a reception and evening of Appalachian history. Gretchen has been instrumental in capturing Appalachian culture through oral history projects that have resulted in several narrative nonfiction books that can be displayed in the Red Awning Gallery.
An Appalachian Summer Festival: Summer Exhibition Celebration
Turchin Center for the Visual Arts West King Street, Boone, NC, United StatesCelebrate summer at the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts and engage, discover and connect through the arts! The Summer Exhibition Celebration is an opportunity for art lovers to meet the artists, enjoy live music and refreshments, and spend time with fellow arts patrons while exploring one of the most exciting venues in town: a […]
2022 Summer Tracks: Aaron Burdett
Rogers Park Amphitheater 55 W. Howard Street, Tryon, United StatesNamed by WNC Magazine as one of the top ten most important musicians of Western North Carolina, Aaron Burdett takes the stage with his full band at Summer Tracks. His music seamlessly blends Americana, Country, Blues, Bluegrass, and Folk-Rock.
Grandfather Glows: Bioluminescent Evenings on Grandfather Mountain
Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, United StatesHave the rare opportunity to see Synchronous Fireflies, Blue Ghost Fireflies and Glowworms, weather and conditions permitting (rain dates provided). Tickets go on sale May 23 at 10 a.m. The Photinus carolinus is the only species of firefly in North America whose individuals can synchronize their lighting display, meaning they can flash in unison. The […]
Art on the Green
Historic Banner Elk School 185 Azalea Circle SE, Banner Elk, NC, United StatesFour times this summer, Art on the Greene brings original artwork in a variety of media to the green at the Historic Banner Elk School. Located in the center of this small town in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the shows create an idyllic setting for meeting artists, admiring their work and shopping for handmade pieces. […]
An Appalachian Evening with Buncombe Turnpike
Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center 121 Schoolhouse Road, Stecoah, NC, United StatesBuncombe Turnpike plays a variety of heartfelt tunes ranging from traditional and contemporary bluegrass to gospel and hand crafted Buncombe Turnpike originals. With their crowd pleasing demeanor, seasoned musicianship, and powerful vocals, the band has made a name for themselves among traditional and contemporary listeners alike. Adults $15; Students/K-12 $10; plus tax. All concerts at […]
Independence Day Community Celebration & Fireworks Extravaganza
It’s a red, white squirrel and blue Independence Day Celebration in downtown Brevard! Festivities kick off at 10am and the fun continues throughout the day. This community-wide celebration includes something for the entire family including Sycamore Cycles Patriotic Bike Parade, Transylvania Community Arts Council Arts Showcase, Transylvania Cruisers Classic Car Show, local food vendors and children’s activities. Join elected officials for the Memorial […]
