Uptown Gallery re-opening in Franklin
The Macon County Art Association will host a “Grand Re-Opening” of their Uptown Gallery from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.…
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‘World’s best young Elvis’ to play WCU
Travis LeDoyt, acclaimed by critics as “the world’s best young Elvis,” will bring his tribute to the “King of Rock-N-Roll”…
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Balsam Range to appear on David Holt program
Acclaimed Haywood County bluegrass group Balsam Range will be one of many acts featured in the premier of ‘David Holt’s…
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‘Tracking Time’ exhibit, artist discussion at WCU
“Tracking Time,” an exhibition of paintings by Anna Jensen and Karen Ann Myers, will open with an artist discussion and…
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Nelson and Heart to hit Harrah’s Cherokee
Heart will hit the stage at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21. The acclaimed female group is known for their chart-topping…
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This must be the place
It is the single greatest influence on my life. The people, music and culture that encompasses the Grateful Dead is…
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State of the Arts — Haywood
As the crowd found their seats and got settled, all eyes were on Marty Sohovich. “I really believe 2014 was one of our…
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York-Bridgers brings mixed media to Sylva
Mixed media artist Dr. Rachel York-Bridgers will hold a workshop at noon Saturday, Jan. 17, at the Jackson County Public…
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Dulcimer Winter Weekend at Junaluska
Western Carolina University’s Office of Continuing and Professional Education will hold its 10th annual Mountain Dulcimer Winter Weekend Jan. 8-11…
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WCU to present ‘Appalachian Songbook’
A performance of the “An Appalachian Songbook: North Carolina in Word, Music and Song” will be held at 7:30 p.m.…
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Fruits of their labor: Homebrewing in WNC
Greg Geiger looked at it as a way to save money. “I started brewing when I was a sophomore in…
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This must be the place
The temperature was 20 degrees below zero with a howling wind. As I listened to the online stream of my…
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Wynonna to bring music, stories to Franklin
Country star Wynonna Judd will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing…
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WNC celebrates MLK Day
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 19, there will be an variety of events…
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This must be the place
They say all great art comes from conflict. It’s conflict of the soul, the heart and the mind, everything that…
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When it all clicks — the art of the angle
John MacLean will never forget his first photo shoot. “I was 19 years old and it was at a meat…
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Foxworthy to bring laughs to Harrah’s
Superstar comedian Jeff Foxworthy will hit the stage at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 3 at Harrah’s Cherokee. Foxworthy is one of…
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Societal comedy to hit HART stage
The societal comedy “Elemeno Pea” will be performed at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 16-17 and at 3 p.m. Jan. 18 at…
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MacLean to speak on architectural photography
John MacLean will be the guest speaker during the Sylva Photo Club’s meeting at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10, at…
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Haywood libraries welcome piano, jazz
Pianist Richard Shulman and jazz band One Leg Up will perform in the Haywood public libraries.
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This must be the place
364 days down, one to go. Hurtling down Interstate 95 from Boston to New York City, I’m sitting on a…
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One Way Out — Gregg Allman
It’s the soundtrack of America. Forty-five years ago, The Allman Brothers Band burst onto the scene. With an intoxicating blend of…
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Oil painting demo in Bryson
Oil painter Jon Houglum will demonstrate “Oil Painting Techniques in a Portrait” for the Art League of the Smokies at…
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SCC instructor named Regan Residency Grant recipient
A Dillsboro book artist and adjunct instructor at Southwestern Community College, Frank Brannon has been selected for the first Mary…
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Shearin brings Americana to Wine Seller
Singer-songwriter Dan Shearin will perform at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9, at The Classic Wine Seller in Waynesville.
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This must be the place
The stewardess handed me a cold Heineken. The skyline of Boston in the distance, the beauty of a city I…
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2014: Arts & Entertainment in Review
Another one is in the books. With each passing year, I find myself digging ever deeper into what it truly…
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The best things come in the smallest packages
Looking up at the old chimney, William “Gene” Gibson still wonders how Santa Claus ever managed to fit in it.…
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Carolina Brass to play Waynesville
Carolina Brass will feature a variety of holiday and classical songs at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 17, at the Waynesville…
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‘John Parris’ Christmas’ returns to Webster
The Webster Historical Society will present its 4th annual “John Parris’ Christmas” at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21, at the…
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WCU assists with Cherokee documentary
Two Western Carolina University faculty members assisted on a recently released award-winning film that chronicles efforts to revitalize the Cherokee…
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‘Mean Mary’ brings folk-rock to Waynesville
Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist “Mean Mary” James will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, at The Classic Wine Seller in…
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This must be the place
In a beloved mountain town already filled with great restaurants, cafes, breweries and independent businesses, Sylva recently became home to…
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Strand presents ‘Blue Ridge Christmas’
A “Blue Ridge Christmas” with Sheila Kay Adams and Michael Reno Harrell will be at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 18 at…
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HCC builds desk for Forest Service
Haywood Community College Professional Crafts Wood instructor Brian Wurst and students recently finished a project for the U.S. Forest Service…
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Maggie Valley venue enters second act
With one flick of a light switch, Grier Lackey is illuminating a dream. “What do you think?” he said with…
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This must be the place
I’ve always felt the greatest gift is the gift of music. Though I’ve never been a huge fan of receiving…
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Balsam Range, Meals on Wheels raise $12K
On Dec. 6, acclaimed bluegrass group Balsam Range began it Winter Concert series with The Molly Tuttle Trio at The…
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The world through her fingertips
Maine is a long way from China. And for Amy Putansu, that distance is a testament to her life, passions and…
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WCU to wrap up 125th anniversary celebration
Western Carolina University will wrap up the yearlong celebration of the 125th anniversary of its founding with the It’s a…
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Gingerbread House Competition underway in Franklin
The Franklin Chamber of Commerce will host its 2nd annual Gingerbread House Competition during the Winter Wonderland Celebration Dec. 5-12.…
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New wood studio opens in Frog Level
Woodworker Ronnie Atkins recently opened Studio 36 in the Frog Level District of Waynesville. The studio features handcrafted, one-of-a-kind furniture…
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Rowan returns to Cataloochee
Bluegrass legend Peter Rowan will perform on Sunday, Dec. 7, at Cataloochee Guest Ranch in Maggie Valley.
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Lots of holiday events
Cherokee chorus celebrates the holidays The Cherokee Community Chorus will present a Christmas Cantata “O Holy Night” at 7 p.m.…
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Works by Welch to be displayed
Works by painter Jeannie Welch will be displayed throughout December and January in the Meeting Room of the Macon County…
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WCU appoints new dean of fine and performing arts
The Western Carolina University Board of Trustees has endorsed the appointment of George H. Brown, associate dean of the College…
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Russ brings talents to Sylva
Alma Russ will perform at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 16, at the Jackson County Public Library in Sylva. The event…
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This must be the place
It snuck up on me this year. I know that it resides at the end of November. I know it’s…
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Tell it from the mountain
There’s only one thing Tim Hall isn’t sure of. “Well, I don’t really know my age, but if I had…
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‘Hard Candy Christmas’ returns to WCU
The 27th annual Hard Candy Christmas Art & Craft Show will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov.…
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