4th of July in Stecoah- Redeye Ramblers Bluegrass

July 4 Stecoah. The Redeye Ramblers, a bluegrass music band from Asheville, N.C., will perform on the 4th of July at 7:30 pm for An Appalachian Evening, an ongoing summertime event that takes place at the Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center. An Appalachian Evening features dinner and a performance every Saturday evening from now through August 29.
828.479.3364

Cabin Rental- West Jefferson

ON THE WINDFALL - 215 acres, mountain view, hot tub, DSL, stocked trout pond, marked hiking trails, elevations to 4000ft, woodburning fireplaces, big porches, awesome starry nights, secluded & private, gated community.
$120-$250nt $650-$1350wk

Vacation Home in Brevard

CHERRYFIELD MANOR. 4BD, 2BA Classic Stone Manor on 3 acres. Screened porch with rockers & table, Covered picnic area, AC, cable TV, VSH & DVD, washer, dryer, remodeled kitchen - all equipment. Serene lush setting minutes to Brevard. $150 nt, $875 wk. Discount for 2+wks.
http://www.climbeverymountain.com/brevard_nc_vacation_rentals_and_real_estate.htm

Vacation Home in Brevard

CHERRYFIELD MANOR. 4BD, 2BA Classic Stone Manor on 3 acres. Screened porch with rockers & table, Covered picnic area, AC, cable TV, VSH & DVD, washer, dryer, remodeled kitchen - all equipment. Serene lush setting minutes to Brevard. $150 nt, $875 wk. Discount for 2+wks.
http://www.climbeverymountain.com/brevard_nc_vacation_rentals_and_real_estate.htm

Independence Day Parade- Hendersonville

July 4 Independence Day Parade, Main Street, Hendersonville. 11 am. 828-692-4179
Fabulous 4th of July Celebration, starts at 4 pm, Jackson Park, Hendersonville. 828-697-4884

Tuckasegee River Cleanup June 29th

Join us and help pick up trash in the River! WATR and members of the Nantahala Gorge Association will do a Tuckasegee River cleanup from Governors Island Bridge down to the horse arena. Rafting companies will supply rafts and guides for this public service adventure. Everyone should meet at 5:00 PM the Horse Arena located near the Bryson City Treatment Plant. From downtown Bryson City, go west past the entrance to Ingalls and take the first road to the right, then follow the gravel road.
Bring closed-toe shoes and be prepared to get wet. Other volunteers will do a roadside and river pickup along Rt. 284. Volunteers under 18 need either a guardian or a signed release available at the WATR office. It is helpful if all volunteers call and register in advance at the WATR office 488-8418 or info@WATRnc.org.

Afterwards, drinks and pizza at the picnic tables at the horse arena (donations are appreciated).

4th of July Cabin Rental in Andrews

Land of Living Water Cabin Rental
167 acres of secluded Smoky Mountains property adjoining the Nantahala National Forest, near the Great Smoky Mountains, just two miles from Andrews, North Carolina. Through careful planning, the natural beauty and peacefulness of the surroundings have been maintained. Close your eyes and picture yourself on vacation, reaching out and touching trees from your own private deck or relaxing in the glider or hot tub to the sounds of the flowing mountain creek.
877-721-1900
http://www.landoflivingwater.com/

Hall of Fame Clogging in Maggie Valley

June 27 Maggie Valley. Mini competition and clogging workshop. Clogging competitors come to Maggie Valley & the Stompin Ground from all over the USA
(304) 872-5803

4th Of July 47th Annual Roasting of the Hog & Fireworks Display

July 4 Beech Mountain. One of the High Country's premier Independence Day celebrations. The Town of Beech Mountain, the Beech Mountain Volunteer Fire Department, Ski Beech and the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce host this event. After years of perfecting the seasonings and charcoal blends, our carolina pork barbeque and smoked turkey breast is arguably the best in the High Country. Enjoy music while dining outdoors (weather permitting, of course). And at dark, enjoy one of the best fireworks displays in the high country. Serving at 6 pm and fireworks at dark. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce, Fred's General Mercantile, or they may be purchased at the gate. Tickets are $15.00 per person and $7.00 for children 10 and under.
Call the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506

Story Telling at Carl Sandburg Home

Abraham Lincoln & Rootabaga Stories
July 1 - August 15 Flat Rock. Abraham Lincoln & Rootabaga Stories, Wed.-Sat., 10:15 am except July 15-18..Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site.

Bluegrass Music Jam- Marion

June 25 - Open to all musicians, no scheduled performers. Outdoors (weather permitting), bring chairs or blankets. Free; 7-9pm, Marion Depot, Marion.
Call 828-652-2215
Visit www.downtownmarion.org.

Motorcycle Weekend in Hot Springs June 26-28th

June 26 - 28 This 13th annual motorcycle event is presented by Buncombe County CBA/ABATE. Live music Friday and Saturday nights as well as venders and games. Sunday will have morning services and the Biker Amassador Award. All Weekend Rally Price $25.00.
(828) 645-2113

Christmas in July Bluegrass Festival July 4th- West Jefferson

The best little festival in the mountains is coming up July 4 on the Back Street in West Jefferson! Christmas in July will be held from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday July 4. Old time bluegrass music, arts and crafts, food, civil war re-enactors and more will be on hand for festival attendees. Make plans to join us! Visit the festival’s website at www.christmasinjuly.info.

Specials: DEEP CREEK LODGE & CREEKSIDE TUBING.

1-2 bedroom efficiencies with kitchens. Whitewater tubing, snack bar, fishing, laundry, game room, hiking and FUN, FUN, FUN!. $55-$105 per night. Discounts for full week. Where else can you have this much family fun for this price? We are the closest tube rental to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (right outside the parkgate) Located directly on the creek, you can walk into the Park to put in the water, ride the creek, and then exit the water on the steps near the snack bar at the end of the run. http://www.deepcreeklodgetubing.com

Third Annual Black and White Gala- Burnsville

The Third Annual Black and White Gala in Burnsville
June 28 Burnsville, 6:00pm, Mount Mitchell Golf Course Clubhouse, 11484 State Hwy 80
Burnsville, NC.
A benefit event for Parkway Playhouse hosted by the Parkway Playhouse Board of Directors. Elegant Buffet dinner, Cash Bar, Silent Auction, entertainment
$75/person
Reservations Required. 828-682-4716

Cabin For Rent in Blowing Rock

Blowing Rock Mountain Cabin - Alpine Escape
Alpine Escape - AC, jacuzzi in master, 2 king beds, porch with hammock, 2 lg decks + gas grill. All linens, stocked kit, WIFI. Family -friendly: high chair, monitor, BOB SUS jogger, gates on stairs, toys, DVDs. Rec room with sleeping, full bath, foosball, TV. PET FRIENDLY. $250-$350nt, $1300-$2000wk
(828) 406-5052

Kickoff Brevard Music Center

Opening Night at Brevard Music Center
June 26 Brevard Enjoy an evening of light classics and pops as we kick off our 2009 season. Famous American tenor Stanford Olsen will sing favorites from opera and Broadway with the Brevard Music Center Orchestra. Price : $40, $35, $30, $15 Child, $15 Lawn.
http://www.brevardmusic.org

Lodging Spot Light: DEEP CREEK TUBE CENTER & CAMPGROUND

DEEP CREEK TUBE CENTER & CAMPGROUND. Located on beautiful Deep Creek, only one mile from The Great Smoky Mountains National Forest. There are 13 cabins as well as full hook-up RV campsites and primitive tent sites. Tube rentals available to enjoy a fun-filled day on the creek. $58-$165nt, $365-$1000wk.
DEEP CREEK TUBE CENTER & CAMPGROUND. Located on beautiful Deep Creek, only one mile from The Great Smoky Mountains National Forest. There are 13 cabins as well as full hook-up RV campsites and primitive tent sites. Tube rentals available to enjoy a fun-filled day on the creek. $58-$165nt, $365-$1000wk.

Bluegrass Dream Team in Stecoah

June 27 Stecoah, Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center. The acoustic bluegrass “dream team” known as Balsam Range will take the stage at the historic Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center in Graham County, N.C., to kick off the Center’s annual summer performing arts series. An Appalachian Evening includes a traditional Appalachian dinner and a show every Saturday evening through August 29. An Appalachian Evening was named a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society in 2008. Reservations are required by calling 828-479-3364
www.stecoahvalleycenter.com.

Food & Craft Festival- Cherokee

June 20 Cherokee Food & Craft Festival
Celebrate the history, culture and craftsmanship of the Cherokee. Come and enjoy Native American foods, locally handcrafted items, storytellers & dancers.
10 am - 4 pm. Downtown Cherokee - Stage Area
877-433-6700

Publisher McFarland Open House- West Jesfferson

June 19 11:30 AM - 5:30 PM
McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers will celebrate their thirtieth anniversary by holding an open house at their offices in Jefferson. An international publisher of reference and scholarly books, McFarland is today one of the larger publishers in the country, producing more than 350 new titles each year. The public is invited to tour the slightly eccentric building, chat with fascinating staff members, have refreshments and enjoy the company’s large art collection.
960 Highway 88 West, about a mile west of the traffic light in Jefferson. Please park at their warehouse across the street at 961 Highway 88 West.
www.mcfarland30.com.

Concert for Father's Day- Blowing Rock

Father's Day Concert at the Hayes Performing Arts Center
June 21 The Hayes Performing Arts Center, 152 Jamie Fort Rd. (off Hwy 321).Asheville Lyric Opera - Father's Day concert featuring the famous works of such composers as Mozart, Verdi and Puccini, as well as tunes from the classic musical theatre and jazz canons. SPECIAL FATHER'S DAY OFFER ~ Dads get in FREE to Asheville Lyric Opera with an accompanying paying ticket.
http://www.ashevillelyric.org/

Store Closing Sale at Digital Den- Brevard

Digital Den Final Clearance Sale in Brevard
June 19-20 Digital Den Retail Store 120 West Main St closing.
All remaining inventory will be sold at or below cost including cameras, GPS, software, Leap Frog items, printers, accessories, and furniture.

Father's Day Treat- West Jefferson

Treat Dad at The Sunday Salon
June 21 near West Jefferson, River House Country Inn & Restaurant. Tony Williamson Duo: mandolin, guitar, and vocals. Dinner following. Our Sunday Salons at the River House Inn on the New River are patterned on the famous international "salons" of the past; featuring musical and theatrical performances, poetry readings, book signings, art displays and literary and historical discussions, followed by dinner.
But please call 336-982-2109 to reserve.
http://www.riverhousenc.com

Frugal Design Home Tour- Hendersonville

June 20 Hendersonville. The Frugal Design Showcase Home Tour is a model home decorated with furniture and furnishings from the resale stores operated by the non-profit agencies in Henderson County.
June 20 & 27, 9-6:00 both days. The Frugal Design Showcase Home will illustrate how a combination of various treasures can be used to create rooms that function well with an aesthetic style.
Benefits the particating non-profit agencies. $15.00 donation
828-275-8653

20th Annual Great Smoky Mountains Trout Festival- Maggie Valley

June 20 Maggie Valley. A full day of mountain style fun!Unique event celebrates the importance of mountain trout as a valuable resource to Western NC.
Activities include an educational/nature expo, fly fishing demos, free kids zone, aquarium, live music, crafts and more!
(828) 926-0688
Email: mvadmin@charter.net

Father's Day Comedy- Burnsville

BIG CRIMINALS- a comedy starring Michael Mattison, Ben Starr Coates & Bradshaw Call
A World Premiere & Winner of ScriptFEST 2008
June 17, 7:30pm
June 18, 7:30pm
June 19, 7:30pm
June 20, 7:30pm

Father's Day Festival- Franklin

The 13th Annual Scottish Heritage Festival
June 19 - 21 Franklin. FREE Admission & FREE Parking.
19 - Ceilidh, Scottish Musical Party and BBQ Dinner, Downtown Gazebo.
20 - Street festival with all day entertainment, clans, authentic Scottish foods, music and dancing, Pipe and Drum Bands, parade of the Tartans, border collie demonstrations, crafts, shortbread contest, children's Highland games and many other contests.
21 - Kirkin' of the Tartans, First Presbyterian Church, Church Street.
For details visit: http://www.tasteofscotlandfestival.org/

$20 on the 20th: A Stimulating Idea

Spend $20 on the 20th in West Jefferson.
June 20 Save the economy $20 at a time! Jacky Brown at Sweet Aromas Bakery sends along an idea currently making the rounds that if everyone in Ashe County spends $20 locally on June 20th, it will pump an estimated $2 million into the local economy. She says it would be “cool” if all local business would put up a sign promoting the idea, as she has at Sweet Aromas.

Party on Grandfather Mountain- Bring the Kids

June 16 Blowing Rock, Grandfather Mountain. The Habitat staff has selected this date to celebrate the birthdays of all the animals in the Habitats. Join us for enrichment programs, birthday cake and other surprises! Games, Crafts and Birthday Cake Planned for the Birthday Party At Grandfather Mountain's Animal Habitats. Included with regular admission.
http://www.grandfather.com/about/archive/animal_birthday.php

Summer Carnival in Cherokee

June 16-20 Summer Fest Carnival.
Carnival rides, games, concessions.
Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds

Park Rythms in Black Mountain

June 18 - July 16, 7 p.m Black Mountain at Lake Tomahawk.
Come and join us for our FREE concert series every Thursday evening from June 18th-August 6th. Enjoy a wide variety of music styles and bands that guarantee fun for the whole family!
http://www.bmrecreation.com/SpecialEvents/tabid/753/Default.aspx

Music Jam Where You Can Sing- Bryson City

June 18th, from 6:00 – 7:30 PM Bryson City, Marianna Black Library - front lawn, weather permitting, otherwise in the library auditorium. Anyone with a guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, dulcimer - anything unplugged - is invited to join. Singers are also welcomed to join in. Or, you can just stop by and listen. The jam is facilitated by Larry Barnett of Grampa’s Music in Bryson City. The music jams are offered to the public each 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month – year round.
(828) 488-3030

Barbecue Fund-raising-Glendale Springs June 20th

June 20 – from 12 Noon-Until All Eaten. Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church will be having a fund-raising event. One-half barbecue chicken, baked beans, slaw, rolls, and dessert.
John Luke Memorial Building. $7.00, eat in or take out.
Call 336-982-9258 for more information.

Antique Tractor and Engine Show- Old Fort

12-13 Annual event featuring antique tractors, engines and bluegrass music.
Concessions available. Glenwood, near Marion.
(828)738-4934

Storytelling Every Saturday- WRGC 1590am

Stories of Mountain Folk - A RADIO SHOW
Stories of Mountain Folk, A ONE-HALF HOUR RADIO PROGRAM OF WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA airing at 11am Every Saturday! Often, the wonderful old mountain stories are overlooked. Stories entertain, teach, record history, and give us a sense of place.
WRGC 680 AM on the dial in Jackson County
WBHN 1590 AM in Swain County and
Oline at www.storiesofmountainfolk.com.

Entrepreneurship Camp for Kids

July 6-10 Wilkes Community College Mon-Thurs 9am-4pm and Fri 9am-1pm
Participants will be introduced to entrepreneurship as a viable career option.
Fee is $50 and includes T-shirt, materials and meals.
Register before July 1st.
Only 25 slots available.
For more info call Jennifer Miller 336-846-5850

Charity Lunch June 12th- Bryson City

Hot Dog for Charity This Friday 11:30am- Bryson City
A great way to support the purchase of supplies for both the school system and the elderly & nursinghomes for the upcoming year.
Call Whitney Taylor at 828-488-6921 for information.

Arts & Music Festival in Dillsboro

June 20 Front St. in Dillsboro, 10 am - 5 pm. All the quaint shops are open and the streets are lined with tents featuring artisans demonstrating all kinds of traditional crafts including basketry, weaving, quilting, pewtering, and carving. http://dillsboronc.info/events.html

Brevard Chamber Business Before Hours

June 19 from 8 AM to 9 AM -Brevard at 32 East Jordon Street West. Enjoy breakfast and conversation over coffee with your fellow Chamber members.
Don't miss the opportunity to win one of the great door prizes! Just to name a couple-a $50 Visa Check Card, and 4 sets of 4 tickets to the Asheville Tourists baseball games!

Cooking Classes at Snow bird Mountain Lodge in June

June 11, June 26 Robbinsville, Snowbird Mountain Lodge. Step into the Snowbird Lodge kitchen for a Tapas cooking class on June 11 or our popular Grilling & Smoking class on June 26. Class space is limited, request a spot when you make your reservation. Visit our Website Snowbirdlodge.com
Phone: 800-941-9290 or 828-479-3433

Annual Festival in Cherokee

Annual Cherokee Voices Festival
June 13 10AM-5PM Cherokee. In Their Own Cherokee Voices Living history. Basketry, pottery, finger weaving, carving and flint knapping demonstrations. Storytelling, traditional music, flute music, gospel music in Cherokee language, Indian dinners, traditional dance including the Warriors of AniKituhwa. Cherokee telling their stories in their voices. As part of its charge to preserve and perpetuate Cherokee's rich history and culture. Location on the lawn at the Museum.
http://www.cherokee-nc.com

Award Winning Songwriters at Balsam mountain Inn- Waynesville

Balsam Mountain Inn's Songwriters In-The Round
June 20 Waynesville / Sylva area, Balsam Mountain Inn. Bill LaBounty and Bobby Tomberlin, and Jon Michaels. They started in their early teens, guitars in hand, each taking their own path. Tomberlin interviewing the likes of Waylon Jennings, Jonny Cash, and Tammy Wynette to co-writing Diamond Rio's #1 country hit "One More Day",.
"IN-THE-ROUND" songwriters shows provides you a casual and intimate evening with these AWARD WINNERS.
For TICKETS Call (800) 224-9498. For more information www.BalsamMountainInn.com 800-224-9498 local 456-9498

Man of La Mancha- Flat Rock

Man of La Mancha at Flat Rock Playhouse
June 10 - 28 Flat Rock Playhouse. Tickets can also be purchased by
calling our on-site box office Local: (828) 693-0731 Toll-free: (866)732-8008 Or visit: http://www.flatrockplayhouse.org/ticketinfo/index.php

Saddlebred Horse Show for Charity- Blowing Rock

When: June 11-14
Wher: Blowing Rock Equestrian Preserve.
Come and see the Glitz and Glamour,
the Chrome and Polish, of the fancy, high stepping American Saddlebred!
Open at 8 AM. Come see our facility, shop our vendors, and enjoy the beautiful early mountain Summer.
http://www.blowingrockequestrian.com/

Free skating in West Jefferson

June 9th at Skate Zone in West Jefferson
The Skate Zone of West Jefferson is holding a FREE night of skating on Tuesday from 6 - 9 p.m. Free skating is available for everyone in the community at Freedom Night. This is a family event and a special speaker will bring the message.
Call 336-846-3232.

Lunch & Learn in Boone

June 15 Boone, Appalachian Enterprise Center, Poplar Grove Connector. Sell to the Federal Government Now! Do you want to share over $5 billion in military and other
federal purchases in North America. MUST RSVP Wysteria White at 264-2225 or info@boonechamber.com by Monday June 15, in order to receive a boxed lunch. Seating is Limited, make your reservation today.

Shear Madness - A Play with Audience Involvement

Shear Madness in Blowing Rock
June 10 - 28 Blowing Rock, Hayes Performing Art Center. Discover why more than 8 million people around the world have seen Shear Madness, an uproarious salon-set whodunit where the audience gets to solve the crime. A mixture of improvisation and up-to-the-minute spontaneous humor, the play, which Time magazine calls "one of the best-kept successes in show business," incorporates the latest media scandals and local news items. Plus, since the audience plays sleuth, Shear Madness is delightfully different every time you see it.
828-295-9627

Country Cookin' for the Cure- Boone

June 13 8AM - 12PM Boone at Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living.
Country breakfast, resident craft sale, bake sale, kid's corner. All proceed benefit The Relay for Life.
Call 264-0336

Annual Drama Horn in the West Starts 2009 Season

Friday, June 19 through Saturday, August 15 Boone NC. Horn in the West
Kermit Hunter's revolutionary drama, is loved by young and old. Located in the heart of Boone, North Carolina in one of the most beautiful outdoor theatres in the country. This adventure, from our nation's heritage, has offered thrilling outdoor entertainment to generations of Americans since it premiered in 1952.
828-264-2120.
http://www.horninthewest.com/home.htm

Wine Dinne at Classic Wineseller & Chef;s Table- Waynesville

June 24 7PM Waynesville, Classic Wineseller and Chef's Table.
Summer favorites wine dinner including 5 great wines and 5 great courses from Chef Josh. $39 per person + tax and gratuity.
Call 828-452-6000 to reserve.

Bluegrass Music Jam in Marion

June 4 7-9PM Marion. Open to all musicians, no scheduled performers. Outdoors (weather permitting), bring chairs or blankets. Free;
Marion Depot, in downtown Marion.
For more information, call 828-652-2215 or visit www.downtownmarion.org.

3rd Annual Summer Concert Series Featuring Fire Pink Trio

June 7 5 PM Valle Crucis at St. John's Church. Fire Pink Trio
Flutist, Debra Pivetta; violist, Sheila Brown; and harpist, Jacquelyn Bartlett, combine three sensual instruments to create the dynamic and poetic Fire Pink Trio.

June 13th Taste of Downtown Sylva

June 13 The first annual Taste of Downtown Sylva walking culinary tour on Saturday from 2pm-5pm.
Visit: http://www.downtownsylva.org/ for more information.

June 5th Jazz at Sunset Music Series- Brevard

June 5 Brevard Jazz at Sunset Music Series-Odd Meters
Odd Meters (Shane Parreco and Jon Morrow) 7:30-9p.m., library, 212 South Gaston Street, Brevard.
Call 884-3151 ext. 223
marcie.west@transylvaniacounty.org

June Special at Flat Rock Mountain Lodge

June 5-14 Flat Rock Mountain Lodge and Conference Center.
Stay any number of nights between June 5-14, 2009 and receive a 25% discount plus a free room upgrade *Only valid for guest stays June 5-14, 2009 and only for new reservations.
Guest must mention offer code: 25Free to receive this offer* 42 Mcmurray Road, Flat Rock

Nature: TREE WALK - Sylva

1.2-mile Sylva Tree Walk is home to 44 of the more than 50 species of trees in Sylva, designated Tree City USA. Col. Theodore Fuller, local author and artist, created the tree walk in 1981. The Sylva Garden Club currently maintains the walk, which features a guide book, map and small signs at the base of each tree indicating its common name. The walk officially begins in the shade of Bicentennial Park near the old courthouse, but folks are welcome to pick a parking place and start at any point along the trail. Jackson County Visitors Center on West Main Street.
Call (800) 962-1911.