Jeff Bates performs country in Maggie Valley
Country music star Jeff Bates will perform 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 2, at Eaglenest Entertainment. Jeff Bates doesn’t cherry…
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Russian song and dance on stage Oct. 3 at WCU
An exuberant celebration of Russian heritage takes the stage at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 3, at the Fine and Performing…
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Gary Carden premieres new play and artwork
The world premiere of Gary Carden’s “Signs and Wonders” and a special performance of “The Bright Forever” will take place…
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Fall Craft Festival planned at The Old Mill
A Fall Craft Festival will be held from 9:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 9, at the Old…
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Browse handmade artwork at Maggie Valley October Leaves Craft Show
Talented artists and crafters from all over the Southeast will sell their handmade products and offer demonstrations at The Maggie…
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Top artists featured at Church Street Art & Craft Show
Enjoy a fine array of arts and crafts originating in the mountains at the Church Street Art & Craft Show,…
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‘Romantic Fools,’ a comedic look at love, to stage Oct. 6-9 at WCU
Theater students from Western Carolina University will present a light look at relationships with “Romantic Fools” at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday,…
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Star-packed week at 98th Cherokee Indian Fair
Enjoy family friendly fun with this year’s Cherokee Indian Fair which runs from Oct. 5-9 at the Cherokee Indian Fair…
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Dye workshop focuses on all-natural methods
A one-day natural dye workshop with instructor Cassie Dickson will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday,…
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Jackson craftsmanship showcased Oct. 24
Celebrate national American Craft Week with the “Hand + Craft: A Jackson County Celebration” exhibit, which runs until Oct. 24.…
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Barbara Bates Smith performs ‘Confessions of a Clergy Wife’ in Waynesville
“Confessions of a Clergy Wife,” performed by Barbara Bates Smith, will take the spotlight at 3 p.m. Sept 26 in…
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Chamber music ensemble Trio de Llano to perform at WCU
A free guest artist concert beginning at 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 4, at Western Carolina University Coulter Building recital hall…
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Fiddling Dills Sisters to perform in Sylva Oct. 18
The Fiddling Dills Sisters will appear at the Jackson County Public Library at 7 p.m. on Oct. 18. Amanda Dills…
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Fiddling, dancing Hunt Family to perform at WCU Sept. 24
Irish dancing and fiery fiddling take center stage when the Hunt Family performs at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 24, at…
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Tickets on sale for WCU gala event
Western Carolina University will mark five years of art and entertainment beginning at 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct.22, at the…
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Oct. 2 motorcycle ride to benefit Haywood school
Registration for Central Haywood High School’s eighth Annual Dawgs on Hawgs Motorcycle Ride fundraiser will be held from 11:30 a.m.…
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Senior belly dancing offered in Waynesville
Middle Eastern (belly) dancing classes for seniors will be held every Thursday from 9 to 10:15 a.m. at the Creative…
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Fontana to host clogging weekend
The eighth-annual Fontana Clogging weekend will be held at The Fontana Village Resort Sept. 24-26. Dancers from more than 20…
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Landscape painting workshop at Waterrock
Catch the Spirit of Appalachia (CSA) will hold a landscape-painting workshop from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2, as…
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Wildlife artist to speak in Highlands
Bruce Bunch — outdoorsman, conservationist and wildlife artist — will be the guest speaker at the Art League of Highlands…
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Art workshop series kicks off Sept. 27
Fall art classes for all ages will be held at the First Baptist Church of Waynesville beginning Sept. 27. The…
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Treat yourself to a ‘Taste of Fall’
Haywood Habitat for Humanity (HHGH ) is providing a way for citizens to showcase their culinary skills, treat their taste…
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Artists sought for Haywood’s third annual Small Works show
The Haywood County Arts Council is seeking artists for its third annual Small Works show to be held Nov. 17-Dec.…
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Jackson celebrates crafters Oct. 1
In conjunction with the national American Craft Week, Jackson County craftsmen are hosting and opening for the exhibition “Hand +…
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Carden play premiers in Highlands Oct. 1-3
The Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center and the Highlands Cashiers Players will present the world premier of Gary Carden’s newest…
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WCU’s 36th annual Mountain Heritage Day set for Saturday, Sept. 25
The traditional folkways of the Southern Appalachian Mountains will once again take center stage as the Western Carolina University community…
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Mountain Heritage Day to offer continuous entertainment, new Children’s Tent
The talents of Western North Carolina’s top traditional musicians and singers will be showcased during the 36th annual Mountain Heritage…
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Author of “90 Minutes in Heaven” to appear in Waynesville
Bestselling author Cecil Murphey will sign books from 2 to 3 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 17, at Dalton’s Christian Bookstore…
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Mountain music lessons offered to students
Students can soon receive instruction in banjo, fiddle, or guitar in the traditional way mountain music has been taught for…
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Dr. Ralph Stanley kicks off bluegrass weekend in Franklin
Dr. Ralph Stanley and The Clinch Mountain Boys will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 17, at the Smoky…
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HART’s ‘Doubt’ returns for three final performances
The Pulitzer Prize winning drama, “Doubt” by John Patrick Shanley will return to Haywood Arts Regional Theatre for three final…
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Performance to benefit HAWA
“Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story” will be performed on Thursday, Sept. 23, as a benefit for Haywood Animal Welfare Association.…
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Local choirs to perform at peace conference
Several local and regional choirs, including the Womansong Community Chorus of Asheville, the Waynesville Middle School Chorus, and the Carolina…
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WCU’s Eldred Spell to present Sept. 21 flute concert
Eldred Spell, professor of flute at Western Carolina University, will present a recital at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 21, as…
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Mountain rock band Cullowhee to play Sept. 18 reunion concert
Cullowhee, named for the community where its sound was born, will reunite for a concert at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept.…
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Meet three hitmakers at Sept. 25 Songwriters in the Round
More than 190 million CDs feature their music. John Michael Montgomery and Garth Brooks have made their songs No. 1…
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Belly dance your way to good health
Seniors can stay fit with a basic belly dancing class now offered from 9 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. every Thursday…
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An afternoon of tea, scones and local authors in Dillsboro
The inaugural Autumn High Tea will run from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 26, at Country Traditions in…
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Glaze techniques shared at SCC workshop
Artist Laura Davis will demonstrate and discuss her glaze techniques from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 16, at…
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Cultural heritage comes to life during Heritage Crafts Weekend
Heritage Crafts Weekend, a celebration of Southern Appalachia traditions, will be held Sept. 25 and 26 at The North Carolina…
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Immersed in art
Spiral Creek stands as a contrast to the everyday. Away from jarring news reports and routine responsibilities, the Bryson City…
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Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver record DVD live in Franklin
Audience members knew from the start that this concert would be different. Instead of beginning the Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver…
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Go behind the scenes of historic canning house
“Women’s Work Preserving the Past, Educating the Future,” will exhibit from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 11,…
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Southeastern tribes share cultural traditions
The 6th annual Southeastern Tribes Cultural Arts Celebration will bring together master dancers, craftsmen, artists and athletes from the five…
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Motorcycle stunts and more at Rally in the Valley
The Carolina Harley-Davidson Dealers Association’s 10th Annual Rally in the Valley will take place from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.…
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Lynyrd Skynyrd member appears at Thunder in the Smokies
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2006 Inductee Artimus Pyle from Lynyrd Skynyrd is coming to Maggie Valley on Saturday,…
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HCC Professional Crafts students awarded at International Woodworking Fair
Two Haywood Community College Professional Crafts—Wood students brought home awards recently from the International Woodworking Fair in Atlanta. Joshua Janis…
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Sylva concert series concludes with gospel acts
An all-star lineup of regional gospel performers will take the stage from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10, at…
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Classical concert features Bach, Mozart and Grieg
Pianist Bruce Murray and violinist Jason Posnock will play a program of classical music at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sept.…
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Cinematography professor wins Telly Award for ‘Wesley’
Arledge Armenaki, Western Carolina University associate professor of cinematography, is recipient of a Telly Award for his work as director…
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