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Grandfather Mountain celebrates the birthdays of its resident animals with games, contests, crafts and surprises. The mountains habitat staff will prepare a fun filled day for guests, as well as programs to celebrate the parks furry and feathered inhabitants.
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A weekly event (weather permitting) centered on rhythm and movement at The Jones House in downtown Boone. People of all ages and musical abilities can come together in a safe space for fun collective improvisation.
"BYOD" - Bring Your Own Drum - or other instruments you can dance and groove with. The circle starts promptly at 5:30. Potential "after party" at Jimmy Smith or Durham Park for those interested in continuing beyond 7:30.
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These events are free and open to the public. Guests are invited to bring an acoustic instrument to participate in the jams or listen and observe the fiddle tunes and folk songs in a close-up and casual environment. Each week, various musicians from the local community, as well as visitors, gather throughout the Jones House. After catching up and choosing a key, the music begins until the "last call for tunes" comes around 9:45.
FreeWeekly Art Shows Artists in ResidenceWeekly Art Shows Artists in Residence2024-06-13 10:00:002024-09-08 10:00:00Edgewood Cottage, Blowing RockEdgewood Cottage, Blowing RockWhen you come to the weekly art shows at the Edgewood Cottage, you'll see many of the artists creating their art, either on the Porch or in this intimate historic Cottage. Artists in Residence work can include, but isn't limited to, oil painting, watercolor, ceramics, photography, folk art, acrylics, wood working and fiber art. You can purchase quality original art for virtually every interest and budget.
2024 Schedule:
-May 27- June 2:
Skip Sickler, Photography + Morgan McCarver, Ceramics
- June 3-9:
Waitsel Smith, Painting + Kathryn Regel, Mixed Media
- June 10- June 16:
Paul Hunter Speagle, Oil + Patrick Richardson, Oil
- June 17- June 23:
Pat Chesire, Photography + Amalia Yosefa, Painting
- June 24 - 30:
Theresa Gloster, Folkart + Pat Miller, Fiber Art
- July 1- 7:
Earl Davis, Painting + Thomas Rowell, Photography
- July 8-14:
Ricky Evans, Painting and Photography + Bobbie Kelly, Painting and pastels
- July 15-21:
Frederick Craig Franz, Painting + Gina Marrale, Painting
- July 22-28:
Susan March Payne, Painting and quilts + Lonnie Webster, Photography
- July 29- August 4:
Jack Hamrick, Painting + Joann Pippin, Painting
- August 5-11:
Blue Ridge Fiber Guild, Fiber + Alysa Cantor, Ceramics
- August 12-18:
Scott Ballard, Painting + Randi Robeson, Painting
- August 19-25:
Brad Gates, Pointillism + Lee Harper, Painting
- August 26- Sept 1:
Jim Magruder, Photography + Sue Wilders, Painting
- September 2-8:
Lucas Hundley, Woodworking + Crystal Hurt, Painting, Shadowbox Art
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Blowing Rock Antiques Parking Lot, Sunset Drive, Blowing Rock from 2-6pm
Join us in Downtown Blowing Rock for the finest in fresh fruits, veggies, whole foods,eggs, honey, flowers, plants and meats from local farmers.
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Have you ever Booneranged? You left Boone, North Carolina but Boone never left you. Whether you are still here or wanna come back, join us for the Boonerang Music and Arts Festival in downtown #Boone. Celebrate this special place with artists who have ties to our beloved mountain town.
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Single mom, Miriam, has lived alone with her daughter, Amanda, most of Amandas life. Miriam would like some male companionship, but, so far, Amanda (along with the help of her imaginary friend, Randolph) has driven away all of Miriams potential suitors. But this time, they may have met their match in Miriam’s new boyfriend.
FreeWeekly Art Shows Artists in ResidenceWeekly Art Shows Artists in Residence2024-06-14 10:00:002024-09-08 10:00:00Edgewood Cottage, Blowing RockEdgewood Cottage, Blowing RockWhen you come to the weekly art shows at the Edgewood Cottage, you'll see many of the artists creating their art, either on the Porch or in this intimate historic Cottage. Artists in Residence work can include, but isn't limited to, oil painting, watercolor, ceramics, photography, folk art, acrylics, wood working and fiber art. You can purchase quality original art for virtually every interest and budget.
2024 Schedule:
-May 27- June 2:
Skip Sickler, Photography + Morgan McCarver, Ceramics
- June 3-9:
Waitsel Smith, Painting + Kathryn Regel, Mixed Media
- June 10- June 16:
Paul Hunter Speagle, Oil + Patrick Richardson, Oil
- June 17- June 23:
Pat Chesire, Photography + Amalia Yosefa, Painting
- June 24 - 30:
Theresa Gloster, Folkart + Pat Miller, Fiber Art
- July 1- 7:
Earl Davis, Painting + Thomas Rowell, Photography
- July 8-14:
Ricky Evans, Painting and Photography + Bobbie Kelly, Painting and pastels
- July 15-21:
Frederick Craig Franz, Painting + Gina Marrale, Painting
- July 22-28:
Susan March Payne, Painting and quilts + Lonnie Webster, Photography
- July 29- August 4:
Jack Hamrick, Painting + Joann Pippin, Painting
- August 5-11:
Blue Ridge Fiber Guild, Fiber + Alysa Cantor, Ceramics
- August 12-18:
Scott Ballard, Painting + Randi Robeson, Painting
- August 19-25:
Brad Gates, Pointillism + Lee Harper, Painting
- August 26- Sept 1:
Jim Magruder, Photography + Sue Wilders, Painting
- September 2-8:
Lucas Hundley, Woodworking + Crystal Hurt, Painting, Shadowbox Art
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Top local performers from the area and beyond bring an enjoyable, casual evening to the town performing a variety of music ranging from bluegrass to soulful blues. The event is Free.
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Stroll the streets of historic downtown West Jefferson and enjoy the cool mountain breeze while listening to the comforting sounds of street musicians and popping in and out of downtown West Jefferson’s many galleries. Open house of numerous art galleries and studios in downtown West Jefferson.
A special Christmas-themed gallery crawl takes place the first Friday in December from 5-8 pm!
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Join us on the lawn for free musical performances from some of your favorite local and regional acts. Concerts will be held weekly on Fridays starting at 5:00 PM June- August.
Summer Concerts at the Jones House 2024
June 7: High Country Jazz Festival – Keith McCutchen Trio
June 14: Boonerang Music & Arts Festival
June 21: Evie Ladin, The Wilder Flower
June 28: Junaluska Gospel Choir, Soul Benefactor
July 5: Tanawha Family Band Camp
July 12: Will Willis, Pressley Laton Band
July 19: Rob Nance, Time Sawyer
July 26: Mark Bumgarner, Erin Williams Banks, Kattagast
August 2: Boone Trail Band, The Dollar Brothers
August 9: Susan Pepper, Tim McWilliams & William Ritter
August 16: Doc Watson Day - Starts at 5pm - Tucker Conner, Jack Lawrence & Patrick Crouch, Wayne
Henderson & friends, The Burnett Sisters Band
August 23: Sarah DeShields, Big Daddy Love Acoustic Trio
August 30: The Moon and You, Fwuit
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Attendees should bring their own seating and brown bagging alcohol is permitted.
Food Truck: TBA
These concerts are weather dependent.
2024 Music on the Lawn Full Concert List:
June 14th The Burnett Sisters Band
June 28th Blue Cactus
July 12th Mountain Home Bluegrass Boys
July 26th Woodie and the String Pullers
August 9th Slow Burn
August 23rd The Lucky Strikes Orchestra
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Enjoy free concerts every Friday and Saturday night with local jazz musician Charlie Ellis! Mr. Ellis is an accomplished musician that has appeared in concert with Ramsey Lewis and Herbie Mann. Enjoy the music in the lobby and sitting rooms of the beautifully restored Green Park Inn. The Divide Tavern is open to the public.
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Single mom, Miriam, has lived alone with her daughter, Amanda, most of Amandas life. Miriam would like some male companionship, but, so far, Amanda (along with the help of her imaginary friend, Randolph) has driven away all of Miriams potential suitors. But this time, they may have met their match in Miriam’s new boyfriend.
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A covered open-air market located on the backstreet in West Jefferson. Fresh, locally grown produce, nursery plants, homemade baked goods and handmade crafts.
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The Watauga County Farmers Market, held in Boone NC, offers local produce, meats, and flowers plus live music, cooking demos and children's activities
FreeWeekly Art Shows Artists in ResidenceWeekly Art Shows Artists in Residence2024-06-15 10:00:002024-09-08 10:00:00Edgewood Cottage, Blowing RockEdgewood Cottage, Blowing RockWhen you come to the weekly art shows at the Edgewood Cottage, you'll see many of the artists creating their art, either on the Porch or in this intimate historic Cottage. Artists in Residence work can include, but isn't limited to, oil painting, watercolor, ceramics, photography, folk art, acrylics, wood working and fiber art. You can purchase quality original art for virtually every interest and budget.
2024 Schedule:
-May 27- June 2:
Skip Sickler, Photography + Morgan McCarver, Ceramics
- June 3-9:
Waitsel Smith, Painting + Kathryn Regel, Mixed Media
- June 10- June 16:
Paul Hunter Speagle, Oil + Patrick Richardson, Oil
- June 17- June 23:
Pat Chesire, Photography + Amalia Yosefa, Painting
- June 24 - 30:
Theresa Gloster, Folkart + Pat Miller, Fiber Art
- July 1- 7:
Earl Davis, Painting + Thomas Rowell, Photography
- July 8-14:
Ricky Evans, Painting and Photography + Bobbie Kelly, Painting and pastels
- July 15-21:
Frederick Craig Franz, Painting + Gina Marrale, Painting
- July 22-28:
Susan March Payne, Painting and quilts + Lonnie Webster, Photography
- July 29- August 4:
Jack Hamrick, Painting + Joann Pippin, Painting
- August 5-11:
Blue Ridge Fiber Guild, Fiber + Alysa Cantor, Ceramics
- August 12-18:
Scott Ballard, Painting + Randi Robeson, Painting
- August 19-25:
Brad Gates, Pointillism + Lee Harper, Painting
- August 26- Sept 1:
Jim Magruder, Photography + Sue Wilders, Painting
- September 2-8:
Lucas Hundley, Woodworking + Crystal Hurt, Painting, Shadowbox Art
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Ride the ski lift up to the top of Sugar Mountain on Memorial Day Weekend and Friday-Sundays through Labor Day. Take a picnic to enjoy the big views and hike out to the rocky summit. Mountain Bike Park open – riders take the lift up and then race down the trails to repeat.
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/BlowingRockArtinthePark2018.jpgArt in the Park June Art in the Park June 2024-06-15 10:00:002024-06-16 10:00:00Blowing Rock, NCBlowing Rock, NCArt in the Park Blowing Rock was created in 1962 by a handful of area artists and craftspeople to showcase local talent. Today, Art in the Park is host to 90 artisans at each show. Some of the best local and regional artists and craftspeople showcase their handcrafted jewelry, pottery, fiber, glass, photography, painting and more.
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Concerts on the Deck Wilkesboro NC.jpgConcerts on the Deck WilkesboroConcerts on the Deck Wilkesboro2024-06-15 18:00:002024-10-19 18:00:00Yadkin Valley Marketplace, North WilkesboroYadkin Valley Marketplace, North WilkesboroConcerts on the Deck are held on 3rd Saturday of each month, from 6-10 p.m , May – October, at The Yadkin Valley Marketplace, located in the heart of historic downtown North Wilkesboro. The event features premier performers and a dance floor. FREE Admission
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Ensemble Stage Moon Over the Brewery.jpgEnsemble Stage Moon Over the BreweryEnsemble Stage Moon Over the Brewery2024-06-162024-06-23Historic Banner Elk SchoolHistoric Banner Elk SchoolEnsemble Stage Moon Over the Brewery, Banner Elk NC
Single mom, Miriam, has lived alone with her daughter, Amanda, most of Amandas life. Miriam would like some male companionship, but, so far, Amanda (along with the help of her imaginary friend, Randolph) has driven away all of Miriams potential suitors. But this time, they may have met their match in Miriam’s new boyfriend.
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Enjoy an evening of live music on the front veranda of the Historic Green Park Inn! Bring your own chair and enjoy live music that is local to the High Country. Free and open to the public. Find the current schedule on the Green Park Inn website.
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Ride the ski lift up to the top of Sugar Mountain on Memorial Day Weekend and Friday-Sundays through Labor Day. Take a picnic to enjoy the big views and hike out to the rocky summit. Mountain Bike Park open – riders take the lift up and then race down the trails to repeat.