Couple's Retreat at Snowbird

Nov 6-8, Snowbird Wilderness Outfitters, 75 May Johnson Way, Andrews NC. Christian couples retreat. The cost will be $260 per couple. This will include lodging, 5 meals, a steak dinner,4 sessions, a day full of extreme recreation, live worship band, and an impact on your marriage that will last a lifetime!  Snowbird wilderness Outfitters is a high adventure Christian Wilderness camp on the cutting edge of student ministry. Website: http://www.swoutfitters.com

Picture-Perfect Bed and Breakfast in the Smokies

THE RIVER LODGE BED AND BREAKFAST. A Cullowhee (near Sylva) Inn loaded with charm. 800+ft riverfrontage, balconies, porches, patio. Large goldfish pond and waterfall on property. $135-$240 night. The River Lodge is rustic elegance at its best. From the massive stone fireplace to the handmade twig beds to the gourmet breakfasts, everything about The River Lodge is a delight to the senses. This is mountain lodging that's away from town but close to everything that's great about Western North Carolina — the mountains, streams, waterfalls, trails and the never-ending panorama of spectacular scenery.

Thirteen Moons Chef’s Weekend Specials

Friday, 23rd
Appetizer: Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese with Bacon wrapped Gulf Shrimp
Entrée: Potato Crusted North Atlantic Salmon with Brie Cheese and Lump Crab Meat Fondue, Sour Cream and Chives
Desert: Homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

Saturday, 24th
Appetizer: Deep Fried Crab and Mild Italian Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms, Tomato Basil Alfredo
Entrée: Shrimp and Porcini Mushroom filled 8 oz Beef Tenderloin , White Truffle Rosemary Demi Glaze
Desert: Homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

Reservations: 828-835-3287
Website: http://www.nvnc.com

The Barefoot Movement- Bryson City

Music in the Mountains Evening Concert Series
When/Where: Oct 24, 6:30-PM-8PM, Train Depot, Bryson City NC. The great acoustic band, The Barefoot Movement, features an original sound drawn from bluegrass, folk, Americana, and good ol’ rock and roll! Bring the chairs and blankets for this free concert.

Website: http://www.greatsmokies.com/

This Week's Music at The Back Room in Flat Rock

Oct 20: Steven Whiteside 6:30pm - Our Tuesday dinner music continues with Back Room favorite SteveOct 21: Open Mic 9:00pm - Come and join Heath Patrick for some great jamming!
Oct 22: The Corduroy Road Band 8:30pm -  high energy band!
Oct 23: Pond Water Experiment 9:00pm - Hailing from Florida, this band is taking Western North Carolina by storm!
Oct 24: Mark Bumgarner 9:00pm - a singer songwriter talent for the first time at The Back Room.

Website: http://www.flatrockwineshoppe.com/

Live Music at Knife and Fork- Spruce Pine

 Oct 17, 6PM-9PM, Knife and Fork, Spruce Pine NC. Enjoy a great dinner along with the music of Bob Early and Paul Feldman. For reservations call 828-765-1511.

Website: http://www.knifeandforknc.com/

Open House Luncheon in Maggie Valley

Event: Smoky Mountain Retreat Open House and Luncheon
Time/Place: Oct 23, 11:30AM-2:30PM, Smoky Mountain Retreat between Maggie Valley and Waynesville NC. Preview a new, gated community with 8 models on 80 acres at 4000 feet elevation. Common areas include hiking trails, pond, campfire site, gazebo. Minutes to Laurel Ridge Club with memberships available for homeowners

Full Scream Ahead on the Tweetise Railroad- Bryson City

Event: Tweetsie Railroad's Ghost Train Halloween Festival
Time/Place: Oct 16-17, 23-24, 30-31, Tweetsie Railroad, Blowing Rock NC. Advanced tickets recommended. Safe, scarey fun including: Ghost Train rides, Haunted House, Halloween Shows, 3-D maze, trick or treating and NEW THIS YEAR - Freaky Forest. Read more and purchase tickets...

Something's Fishy in Bryson City

OCT 16-17 BRYSON CITY Darnell Farms Fish Fry and Plow Day. A mountain tradition! Enjoy a great evening and full day of unique Appalachian entertainment including wagon rides, music, food, and of course, plowing demonstrations! Bring the family and choose a pumpkin from the patch, or stay and try to find your way through the haunted corn maze! 828-488-2376

Fall menu begins at The Back Room- Flat Rock

This week at the Back Room at Flat Rock Wine Shoppe:
New Fall menu starts today October 13 See new menu (Wednesday is still $10.00 Pasta Night!)
October 13: Emily White 6:30pm - Emily continues our dinner music series
October 14: Open Mic 9:00pm with Heath Patrick
October 15: Amanda and Pete (Honeycutters Duo) 8:30pm
October 16: William F. Gibbs 9:00pm
October 17: Chris Cates and the Master Plan 9:00pm
Contact: 828-697-6828
Website: www.flatrockwineshoppe.com

Mountain Bike Stage Race at Pisgah Mountain

October 15-18 BREVARD Pisgah Mountain Bike Stage Race. If you're a serious mountain biker, this is your kind of event. This four day competition covers 130 miles and 31,000 feet of elevation gain. With $15,000 in prize money, the PMBSR is the richest cash purse stage race in the country, drawing championship riders from such far-flung locales as South Africa and Guatemala.
Visit website for all the info.
http://www.blueridgeadventures.net/stage/main.html

Rutherfordton lodging: Bed and Breakfast at a Vineyard

GREEN RIVER VINEYARD BED AND BREAKFAST. Therapeutic spa, evening socials, complimentary wine tastings at local wineries, outdoor firepit, walking trails along Green River & White Oak Creek, game room with billards/arcade games, satellite TV, views of vineyards & mountains, breakfast from our organic gardens, walk-out bedrooms, WIFI. $105-$130nt, -10% Sun-Thur.

N’awlins Weekend at M Squared- Spindale/Rutherfordton

Event: Special New Orleans cuisine Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Time/Place: Oct 8-10, M squared Restaurant in Spindale (near Rutherfordton). Menu includes: Crawfish Etouffee, Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya, Barbecued Shrimp, Mint Juleps, Absinthe …and no N’awlins weekend would be complete without The Official Cocktail of the City of New Orleans - The Sazerac.
Contact: 828-288-4641
Website: http://www.msquaredrestaurant.com/

Australia, New Zealand Folk Concert- Bryson City

Oct 10, 7PM, Swain County Center for the Arts in Bryson City NC. Seona McDowell will perform a concert of traditional, contemporary and original tunes from Australia, New Zealand and other far away cultures. Accompanying herself on guitar, autoharp and didgeridoo (an Aboriginal instrument), she draws on her Australian, Irish and English roots to enchant her audiences with songs and stories that are witty, reflective and entertaining. Immediately following the concert there will be a reception for the 32 Western NC artists exhibiting in the Community Exhibit.
Contact: 828-488-7843
Website: http://www.swain.k12.nc.us/education

NC Mountain Lodge Special: Mitchell's Lodge and Cottages

Last Minute Fall Special in Highlands - 35% off!
Event: 35% off any room or suite at Mitchell's Lodge and Cottages
Time/Place: Oct 2-4, Mitchell's Lodge & Cottages, Highlands NC
The leaves are really changing and the nights are in the 40’s - the best time of the year has arrived in Highlands. Stay at Mitchell’s Lodge this weekend (10/2/09-10/4/09) and take 35% off of any room or suite!Example:
A Deluxe Room with a king bed, fireplace, wet bar, balcony overlooking a small stream and fall leaves, free continental breakfast and use of a Jacuzzi overlooking the stream. Regular October rate is $189; this weekend’s rate is $122. Reserve Now! Limited number of rooms and suites available.
Contact: 828-526-2267
Website: http://www.mitchellslodge.com/

Asheville Bed and Breakfast with WIFI

The Lion and the Rose.  Asheville restored mansion Bed and Breakfast offering rooms & suites with fireplaces, fridge $140-$225 full GOURMET breakfast WIFI, 24hr guest pantry, robes - walk to downtown from prime location in Asheville's historic Monford district.  $140-$225 per night.

A few weekdays are still open for October - click here for availability

Fall Colors Picnic Package at Dry Ridge Inn

DRY RIDGE INN. TV, DVD, AM/FM CD, King beds and private baths. Full hot breakfast, different each morning. On one acre of land in a quiet, safe small town only 10 minutes to Asheville attractions, shops. $125-$180 nt  Free Biltmore tickets & more!

Book with us at least 2 days ahead of your arrival and ask us to have a picnic lunch prepared for you to take on a trek up to the Blue Ridge Parkway. We have three picnic lunches for two to choose from.

NC Mountain Lodge Special: Mitchell's Lodge and Cottages

35% off any room or suite!

Time/Place: Oct 2-4, Mitchell's Lodge & Cottages, Highlands NC. The leaves are really changing and the nights are in the 40’s - the best time of the year has arrived in Highlands. Stay at Mitchell’s Lodge this weekend (10/2/09-10/4/09) and take 35% off of any room or suite! Example: A Deluxe Room with a king bed, fireplace, wet bar, balcony overlooking a small stream and fall leaves, free continental breakfast and use of a Jacuzzi overlooking the stream. Regular October rate is $189; this weekend’s rate is $122. Reserve Now! Limited number of rooms and suites available.

Contact: 828-526-2267

Website: http://www.mitchellslodge.com/

12th Annual Wine Festival- Laurel Springs

News Event: 12th Annual Wine Festival
Time/Place: Oct 3 , noon-5PM, Thistle Meadow Winer, Laurel Springs. Come to Laurel Springs for the 12th Annual Wine Festival. There will be vendors, award-winning wineries and live music featuring the Scottish & Irish music from Naomi’s Fancy. Cost is $5 entry for wine glass, free for non-wine tasters. A free light fare will be served in the afternoon.
Website: http://www.thistlemeadowwinery.com/

24 Hour Lodging Special in Waynesville - $59

News Event: Change of Seasons in the Mountains Special
Time/Place: Reserve by Oct 2 at 11PM, Waynesville Inn Golf Resort & Spa. Book before Oct 2 at 11PM for Oct 4-8 or Oct 11-15 and enjoy the Friends and Family $59 room rate which includes a Carolina Breakfast Buffet. Guests will also receive restaurant and golf discounts upon check-in
Contact: 800-627-6250
Website: http://www.theWaynesvilleInn.com

Little Shop of Horrors- Tryon

Time/Place: Oct 1-4, 8PM, Tryon Fine Arts Center, Tryon NC
"This is not only a musical and a comedy, but at the heart of the show is a basic sweetness, and innocence that extends even to the centerpiece which is a man-eating plant named Audrey II." Roger Ebert.This is a Tryon Little Theatre performance. Sunday Matinee at 3PM.
Contact: for tickets - 828-859-2466
Website: http://www.tryonarts.org/