July 4th in Bryson City-Freedom Fest 2009

Downtown Bryson City 9am-11pm. Food,music, crafts and more. 4th of July fireworks
so bring the lawn chairs.

July 4th Celebration- Lake Lure

July 4 July 4th in the Mountains
Lake Lure. Day long festival, Lake Lure Town Park,
828-245-1492.

Philidor Percussion Group- Valle Crucis

July 5 Summer concert series at St. John's Church - Philidor Percussion Group. Celebrate your 4th of July weekend with a talented ensemble known for combining exciting music, virtuoso musicians and theatrical sensibilities. The ensemble is comprised of North Carolina musicians, John R. Beck, Rob Falvo, Wiley Sykes, and Peter Zlotnick, who will perform pieces representing musical traditions from cultures worldwide. This will be an evening of lively fun for the whole family!
828-264-1299

4th of July Hoe Down- Waynesville

July 4 Between Waynesville and Sylva, The Balsam Mountain Inn. Sara Majors and Friends from Nashville Bluegrass Music Team. Sarah Majors has been a professional songwriter since 1994. The Tennessee native has enjoyed having songs recorded in country, pop, bluegrass, contemporary folk, alt-rock, and gospel genres.
http://balsaminn.com/

4th of July in Franklin

Annual 4th of July Fun Day & Fireworks - Macon County Recreation Park US 441S. Activities begin at 11:00am and conclude at dark with the largest fireworks display in Western North Carolina!
800-336-7829
http://www.franklin-chamber.com/

4th of July in Maggie Valley- Red White & Boom!

Come celebrate our independence on 4th at the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds from 4pm till the end. Fun and entertainment at its best.
828-926-1686

Mountain Vacation Rental in Brevard

BREVARD NC AREA CABIN RENTAL, AQUONE.

An authentic log cabin in the old time tradition. From the front porch you enter a large room with the living area to your left and the dining and kitchen area to your right. The stone fireplace has gas logs for your convenience. There is one bedroom with a queen bed and one bath with an old style pedestal tub and shower enclosure. Comfortable rocking chairs on the front porch provide a great place to just relax and listen to the sounds of the stream below. There is an outdoor firepit and picnic table to enjoy in the evenings as you recount the adventures of the day. From the cabin, it is a short walk to the garden house and the deck by the stream and waterfall - this will become one of your favorite spots! Close to Pisgah and Nantahala National Forests and Gorges State Park and numerous spectacular waterfalls.

Hummingbird Realty, Ltd.,
425 Highway 64 West
Sapphire, North Carolina 28774

(828) 966-4737

Motorcycle Lodging For 4th of July- Hot Springs

DANCING SUN CABINS (3) Mountain and water views, hot tubs, fireplaces. Outside fire pit/washer dryer, Hiking trails, Satellite TV, Stereo Spring water, Pond, Fishing. 4 night Special - $400 Sun-Wed or Mon-Thurs. 5 nights - $500 Sun-Thurs. Motorcycle Friendly.
http://www.dancingsuncabins.com/
828-622-9569

June 29th Open Mic Nite for Writers- Brevard

June 29 from 7:00-9:00 PM Brevard, TC Arts building. The Transylvania Community Arts Council would like to invite all writers in the county to come share their literary works at an Open Mic Nite.
349 S. Caldwell St.
Brevard

Singing in the Smokies June 29-July 4th at Inspiration Park

June 29 - July 4, Inspiration Park Southern Gospel in the heart of the Smokies!
The Inspirations
828-497-2060
www.theinspirations.com

The Historic Orchard at Altapass- Live Music in Little Switzerland

June 25 Litle Switzerland/ SprLiveuce Pine area. music and mountain dancing, storytelling and hayrides, monarch butterfly raising, naturalist tours and birding walks, arts and handwork demonstrations, book signings and more. Every week, Wed-Sun. The Orchard is located on the Blue Ridge Parkway at Milepost 328.3. (828) 765-9531

Hospice Benefit Breakfast - Shatley Springs /Jefferson

Benefit Breakfast scheduled for Hospice June 26th
Shatley Springs’ annual Hospice Benefit Breakfast will be Friday, June 26, from 7-10:30 a.m. at Shatley Springs restaurant, Hwy 16N in Jefferson NC. Tickets purchased at the event are $10 for an "All You Can Eat" family style breakfast.

Christmas in July- W. Jefferson July 4th

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. Visit the festival’s website at www.christmasinjuly.info.

Thirteen Moons New World Wine Dinner

June 25 Bryson City, Thirteen Moons Restaurant at the Village. Reception begins at 6:30pm Dinner starts at 7:00pm $49.99 per person:
Reception
Lobster Ceviche with Summer Corn, Lime and Chili’s Filet Mignon Churrasco on Crisp Plantain Queso Manchego “Panini” Brancott
Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand 2008

Dinner
1st Course
Almond Barded Chilean Seabass with Early Growth Tomato Confit and Cilantro Essence
Errazuriz, Chardonnay, Casablanca Valley, Chile 2007
2nd Course
Smoked Bacon and Grape Leaf Wrapped Baby Quail with Pinenut Chimichurri and Toasted Quinoa La Posta, Cocina, Mendoza, Argentina 2007
3rd Course
Aussie Lamb “Two Ways” Lollipop Rack Chops and Braised Osso Buco with Horseradish Gremolata, Celery Root Puree and Roasted Beets
Strong Arms, Shiraz, South Australia 2007
4th Course
Caramel con leche with Candied Cashews and Kumquats Quady
Electra Orange Muscat, California 2007
For reservations call: 828-488-2826

Ashe Chamber Member Blast at River House Country Inn

Ashe County Chamber Member Blast
June 25 West Jefferson, River House Country Inn and Restaurant. The June “Member BLAST!”, hosted by American Emergency Vehicles, happens this Thursday at the River House Country Inn & Restaurant from 5 PM to 6:30 PM. This is a unique networking and social event (at no charge) for Chamber members and their guests. The “Member BLASTs!” in April and May were attended by 60-70 people. Several Chamber members brought door prizes, given away through a drawing. And everyone had an opportunity to participate in the “50/50” drawing for cash which is split 50% to winning ticket holder & 50% to Chamber! Tickets for the “50/50” drawing are: $1 per ticket; or $5 for each increment of 6 tickets. There will be free hors d’oeuvres and non-alcoholic drinks, along with a cash bar. And there will be plenty of opportunity for networking with your fellow Chamber members.

Lodging: The Hemlock Inn

Blowing Rock Lodging - The Hemlock Inn
Hemlock Inn in downtown Blowing Rock - walk to restaurants & shops. Children welcome, Suites available, handicap room available, 18 units. $69 and up per night. WIRELESS. Family-owned & operated.
(828)-295-7987

The Chef's Table- Wine Dinner- Waynesville

Summer Favorites Wine Dinner Menu at The Chef's Table
Waynesville, The Chef's Table at 20 Church Street now offering their Summer Favorites Wine Dinner Menu including: Austrailian Lobster and Greens Salad, Stuffed Sole, Cumin & Herb Crusted Pork Loin, Filet of Ribeye, Rum Rasin Pear Tart. All accompanied by appropriate wines.

Pickin' On The Square- Franklin

FREE every Saturday night - Franklin's Pickin' On The Square.
Bring a lawn chair out to the gazebo in down town Franklin and listen to some great music. Open mike begins around 6 pm and talented musical groups playing till around 10 pm. http://mytownfranklin.com

Calaboose Cellars Wines Wins Medals

Calaboose Cellars Wines win medals at the 2009 International Eastern Wine Competition
Wardin's White % Up The River Strawberry-Rhubarb- bronze medals. This makes 12 medals in 3 competitions.
(828) 321-2006
http://www.calaboosecellars.com/

Skate Day- Sparta

June 20 Sparta -Skateboarding demonstration and competition at Razor's Edge Skate Park, located in Crouse Park.
(336) 372-2942

Garden of Quilts- Hendersonville

June 25-27 9 am-5 pm Hendersonville, East Henderson High School. The Western North Carolina Quilters Guild in Hendersonville, NC, is dedicated to understanding and learning more about quilting and perpetuating this art form. We are a group of more than 200 men and women who are interested in quilting. Admission: $5.
828-693-9708.
http://www.westernncquilters.org/

Mountain Dulcimer Week- Cullowhee

Mountain Dulcimer Week at Western Carolina University
June 22-24 Cullowhee. The 2009 Mountain Dulcimer Concerts will take place in Coulter Recital Hall on the campus of WCU. Concerts begin at 7pm each evening. General admission is $12 per performance or $25 for all 3 nights. Students and those under 20 may attend for $5 per performance. Please print your confirmation and bring it with you when you pick up your tickets at the ticket booth. http://www.wcu.edu/5046.asp

Wine Dinner at Hobnob & Proper Pot- Brevard

June 25 7PM Brevard, Hobnob & Proper Pot. Hobnob & Proper Pot will be hosting 4 course Wine Dinner with Clos La Chance Winery of Napa Valley.
Contact Hobnob for reservations at 828-966-4662.
Cost is $50 per person all inclusive.

Main Street Concert Series- Hendersonville

June 19 Hendersonville 11th annual Music On Main Street concert series will be held every Friday evening from June 5 through August 28, 2009.
Music On Main Street featuring " oldies rock, beach music, variety and top 40 music. Bring a chair and enjoy the music, admission is free.
(828) 693-9708
www.historichendersonville.org

Father's Day Concert- Robbinsville

Will Rogers Now! 7:30 pm. Lance Brown presents this highly entertaining portrait of a gentle American hero. Will Rogers in words, theater and song. After years of study, Lance has a fascinating collection of Will Rogers' newspaper articles, radio monologues and off-the-cuff comments that still ring true today. A true step back in time with tons of laughs!
Dinner seatings at 5:00 pm and 6:15 pm with reservations required. Dinner & show - $25/adult; $13/student. Dinner only - $15/adult; $5 /student. Show only - $15/adult; $10/student.
Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center
121 Schoolhouse Road
http://www.stecoahvalleycenter.com/events.html

27th Annual Bluegrass Festival- Cherokee

June 20 Cherokee, Happy Holiday RV Park & Campground.
Bring your own chairs - Chairs may be set out on a first come first served basis after the tent is set up on Tuesday.
For more info call 828) 497-7250

Father's Day Weekend Music- Flat Rock

This Week at The Back Room
June 17: Open Mic hosted by Tony Campbell 8:30pm
June 18: Packway Handle Band 8:30pm www.packwayhandle.com
June 19: Wendy Jans 9:00pm www.wendyjans.com
June 20: Hudson K 9:00pm www.myspace.com/hudsonktoday
Wednesdays are still $10.00 pasta night in the Back Room!!!

The Backroom at the Flat Rock Wine Shoppe
828-697-6828
www.flatrockwineshoppe.com

Music at The Shelton Vineyards

Be Young, Be Foolish, Be Happy at Shelton Vineyards
June 20 6pm - 9 pm. The Tams and 14 Karat Gold! Come and enjoy Carolina Beach music in our beautiful vineyard setting. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy great music, food, and award winning wine.
For more information or to purchase tickets visit our website www.sheltonvineyards.com
Call 336-366-4724.

Conservation Lecture Series -Highlands

Zahner Conservation Lecture Series in Highlands
June 18 7PM Highlands Nature Center. Highlands Biological Station Nature Center. -Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust (with Ran Shaffner, Rosemary Stiefel and Gary Wein): “100 Years of Land Conservation” - The history of the Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust from 1883-2000. Highlands Nature Center
930 Horse Cove Road.
(828) 526-2623
http://www.wcu.edu/hbs/Lecture.htm

Moosie Showing in Bryson City

Marianna Black Library to show “Moosie”
June 22 3:30 PM Bryson City, Marianna Black Library. A series of wilderness adventure movies continues at the Marianna Black Library Monday, June 22nd, with “Moosie,” at 3:30 PM. The movies at the library are free to the public and projected onto an 8 X 10 foot screen, with a theater sound system. Popcorn, provided by the Friends of the Marianna Black Library, will be served in the library auditorium starting at 3:20 PM. For more information, call the library at 828-488-3030
www.fontanalib.org/brysoncity

Open House- Free Messages

Open House at Ashe Massage
June 18 from 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. West Jefferson. Door prizes, free massages and great food will be offered during their Open House.
The first 25 people will receive a free gift!
Ashe Massage Center is located at 303-A East Second Street in West Jefferson. For more information call 336-977-6272.

16th Annual Blue Ridge Barbecue Festival- Tryon

13-14 TRYON 16th Annual Blue Ridge Barbecue Festival. The Blue Ridge Barbecue Festival is a nationally recognized, KCBS sanctioned BBQ Competition and Music Festival including the Foothills Crafts Fair with some of the finest regional artisans presenting their arts. Add to all that Beach Bingo, Kiddee and Teen Parks and fireworks both nights, there is something for everyone in the family.
No pets, no coolers.
The hours are 11 am to 11 pm Friday, 10 am to 11 pm Saturday.
(828)859-7427

June Summer Sale at Cabin Fever Extended

Now through the end of June Cabin Fever will continue many sale items with special pricing. We will be extending these SALE PRICES through the end of June and want to offer you an additional 10% SAVINGS. We invite you to shop with us and enter COUPON CODE - DC10 on the View Cart page to receive an additional 10% discount on all regular and sale prices.
915 Main Street, Blowing Rock, NC 28605
828-295-0520 http://www.thecabinfeversite.com

Nantahala Village Thirteen Moons' Specials

Weekend Specials at Thirteen Moons
June 12th
Appetizer: Chipotle, Crab and Avocado Salad with Tricolor Corn Chips
Chef’s Special Entrée: Crayfish, Shrimp and Steak Ragu over Smoked Gouda Polenta Cake
The Pastry Chef’s Creation: Godiva Chocolate Mousse Parfait Layered with Raspberry
Whipped Cream and Godiva White Chocolate Liquor

June 13th
Appetizer: Tempura Shrimp with Cilantro Orange Ponzu
Chef’s Special Entrée: Lobster and Filet Neapolitan Herb Crusted Puff Pastry,
Buttery Lobster Meat and Juicy Filet Mignon Stacked in Layers Covered in Béarnaise
The Pastry Chef’s Creation:Godiva Chocolate Mousse Parfait Layered with Raspberry
Whipped Cream and Godiva White Chocolate Liquor

Sunday Brunch Buffet, June 14th $11.95 per person – 10:30am – 2:30pm
This Brunch featuring:

* Atlantic Smoked Salmon and Bagel Bar with Capers,Red Onion and Cream Cheese
* Fresh Seasonal Fruit and a Selection of Gourmet Salads
* Omelet Station made to order by our Chef
* Danish Pastries and Muffins
* Thirteen Moons Warm Breakfast Specialty
* A Fantastic Soup du Jour
* Gourmet Pasta Entrée with our Authentic Italian Sauce
* Carving Station featuring a Freshly Prepared Family Roast
* Vegetable and Potatoes
* Sensational Homemade Dessert Buffet

Children 5-11, $6.95 ~ 4 and under FREE
For reservations and more information please call: 828-488-2826
Visit our website at www.nvnc.com

Booksigning at The Orchard

June 14 Local authors Jack Pyle and Taylor Reese will be at The Orchard at Altapass, BR Parkway Milepost 328.3. near Little Switzerland.
These hometown authors offer a fine assortment of their literary works including Raising With the Moon: The Complete Guide to Gardening and Living by the Signs of the Moon. They will sign all of their works, including novels, books of humor, and books for youth.
http://www.altapassorchard.com/

June Music at The Back Room- Flat Rock

June 9: Flat Rock, The Back Room at the Flat Rock Wine Shoppe.
June 10: Open Mic with Tony Campbell 8:30pm
June 11: Bluegrass series continues with Lance Mills 8:30pm www.myspace.com/lancemills
June 12: Big Daddy Love 9:00pm www.myspace.com/bigdaddyloveband
June 13: Marvin King and the Blues Revival 9:00pm. www.myspace.com/marvinking
www.flatrockwineshoppe.com 828-697-6828

71st Season at Playhouse- Highlands

June 18 - July 5 in Highlands at the Highlands Playhouse.
Do you remember what Sunday night television was like on your 12-inch black and white screen?
Summer theatre has been a part of Highlands for 71 years at the Highlands Playhouse. The 2009 season begins with The Taffetas. Tribute to the girl groups of the 1950's, THE TAFFETAS pay tribute to the sounds of The McGuire Sisters, The Fontane Sisters and The Chordettes.
828-526-2695
362 Oak Street http://highlandsplayhouse.org/Home_Page.html

Specials at Shelton Vineyards- Dobson

Shelton Vineyards Wine Specials
Special promotion good through June 30 FREE SHIPPING!
Additional current specials:
2004 Yadkin Valley Port Was $192.00 NOW $150.00/Case

Heart Healthy Reds (4) 2005 Cabernet Franc, (4) Syrah, and (4) Madison Lee Red Was
$146.00 NOW $108.00/case

White Wine Special (3) Madison Lee White, (3) Chardonnay Bin 17, (3) American
Riesling, and (3) Sauvignon Blanc. Was $142.50 NOW $96.00/case (12 bottles).

Sorry, free shipping does not apply to any of these case specials.
Order online: http://www.sheltonvineyards.com/default.aspx?shelton=80&ddlCat=8
336-366-4724

Cooking Classes in Robbinsville

Where: SNOWBIRD MOUNTAIN LODGE June 11, June 26
Step into the Snowbird Lodge kitchen for a Tapas cooking class on June 11 or our popular Grilling & Smoking class on June 26 - just in time to put those skills to work for sizzling summer barbeques! Class space is limited, request a spot when you make your reservation.
For more information Snowbirdlodge.com phone: 800-941-9290 or 828-479-3433
email innkeeper@snowbirdlodge.com

SUSHI NIGHT at Thirteen Moons- Bryson City

June 10 Thirteen Moons Restaurant at The Village.
SUSHI NIGHT Offering assorted rolls, nigiri and hand-rolled varieties.
EARLY BIRD MENU 5-6pm for our Choice of soup or salad, 5 entrees, Vegetable and one side dish.
Call: (828) 488-2826
www.nvnc.com

Studio Tour at Toe River- Burnsville

June 12 - 14 Spruce Pine - Burnsville. On this three day weekend, over a hundred artisans open their studio doors and welcome the public to see their workplaces. Some offer food and drink.
Friday, June 12, from noon until 4. And the times extended on Saturday and Sunday from 10 until 6 pm.
Visit: http://www.toeriverarts.org/studiotour.shtml

Cherokee's Inaugural Gospel Weekend

June 12-14 Cherokee. The Crabb Family Reunion, Multi-Platinum Grammy Winner Jars of Clay to Perform. Local and internationally recognized Christian groups will converge to share the "Good News" through song at the first-ever Cherokee Gospel Jubilee at the Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds in Cherokee, N.C.
Cherokee to Give Away $1,000 to a Lucky Church

Beach Music with Mark Roberts and Breeze- Mt Airy

Mark Roberts and Breeze in Mount Airy
June 12 7:30 PM Mount Airy at the Blackmon Amphitheatre located across from The Andy Griffith Playhouse. Admission is $10.00.
Visit www.surryarts.org or call
336-786-7998.

Specials: Mountain High Lodge and Highlands Suite Hotel.

June 5 – 30, 2009 - Book now and receive…20% Off at Mountain High Lodge and Highlands Suite Hotel!
Call Mountain High Lodge at 1.877.438.9880 or Highlands Suite Hotel at 1.877.553.3761 for reservations or book online today!
No other discounts apply.

River Rafting Special- Bryson City

During the month of June, Rolling Thunder River Co. wants to Knock the Blah Out of Mondays. Raft the Nantahala River on a Monday and we'll knock the prices way down. Children under 12 yrs of age raft for HALF on guided & guide assisted trips.
Monday discounts cannot be combined with any other discounts and are available only for new reservations during the month of Jun, 2009. You must ask for the "REMARKABLE MONDAY SPECIAL" at time of reservation. For more details visit: http://www.rollingthunderriverco.com/Nantahala-River-Rafting-Information.cfm

Front Pourch Garden-Learn to Grow Your Own Food Event

June 5 10:30 AM Ashe County. Join in a community of newcomers, local growers and kids producing food in containerized “front porch” gardens. Anyone can participate. Learn growing secrets handed down through time. Meet folks in the area and gather information about sustainable living. You’ll receive 2 large growing pots, soil, plants, organic fertilizer… all you need to grow your own tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers or basil. All is free and join us for a Fish Fry to follow.
Call Rob at 977-1377 to sign up.

The Folkstone Inn Father's Day Special in Bryson City

Folkestone Inn. Ten percent discount on any available room for Father's Day Weekend (2 night minimum).
Online reservations at: http://www.webervations.com/magic-scripts/resbook.asp?memberid=folkestone
Call: 888-812-3385.
Add Folkestone Saturday night dinner to your reservation for just $29.95 per person.

Summer Festival at The Historic Orchard- Little Switzerland

June 3 Little Switzerland. Live music and mountain dancing, storytelling and hayrides, monarch butterfly raising, naturalist tours and birding walks, arts and handwork demonstrations, book signings and more. Every week, Wed-Sun. The Orchard is located on the Blue Ridge Parkway at Milepost 328.3.
http://www.altapassorchard.com/

Mountain Music- Old Fort

Old Fort Mountain Music
June 5 7PM Old Fort. Every Friday evening 7:00pm; Rockett Building, Main Street in downtown Old Fort;
Call 1-888-233-6111.

Black Mountain Chamber Member's Happy Hour

"After Hours" Beacon Pub Swannanoa
June 4 Black Mountain Chamber After Hours. Come enjoy a Pre-Solstice celebration! music, local caterers, wine and local microbrews. Network with fellow Black Mountain /Swannanoa Chamber members. Located in Beacon Hall just up in Beacon Village on the right.

Amantha Mill & The Forget-Me-Nots- Blowing Rock

June 6 at 8 PM Blowing Rock NC, Blowing Rock School Auditorium
Amantha Mill is a well-known local bluegrass band with many years of fine musicianship under their collective belts. They feature Dobo and banjo player, Randy Pasley; singer and bass player, Becca Eggers-Gryder; guitarist Billly Helms, and fiddler John Cockman. They are a community oriented folk/bluegrass act that is based out of Boone, North Carolina.

The Guerrilla Divas Host Homemade Opera- Brevard

June 5, 7 Brevard. The Guerrilla Divas Host Homemade Opera June 5, 7p.m., and June 7, at 3p.m.
502 E. French Broad Street, Brevard. Tickets advance $25/singles $40/couples or $30 and $50 at the door. Seating is limited.
Information and reservation contact Karen Palmer at 883-2927.

Shelton Vineyards New Riesling- Mount Airy

2008 Yadkin Valley Riesling. You are sure to enjoy this wine for sipping or your favorite seafood dish. A lovely floral and fruity Riesling with subtle hints of apricot, honey, apple and peach. Well-balanced alcohol and acidity provide the structural backbone and a clean, crisp finish. Excellent with spicy dishes. $12.95 - purchase at: http://www.sheltonvineyards.com/default.aspx?shelton=70&objId=110

Spring Festival- Murphy

June 6 MURPHY Spring Festival.
Crafts, food, music and family fun, including a kid's corner. Antique car and tractor shows. Held rain or shine! Downtown Murphy (828)837-6821