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SUMMARY:Adult Field Course: Appalachian Woodcraft
DESCRIPTION:The hardy settlers who made these mountains home were resourceful and made what they needed from what was at hand\, and what was at hand was wood. We will examine the types of things Appalachian people have made for themselves from the forests around them like chairs\, bowls\, spoons\, tool handles and more. We will also observe the tools they used to make these items. After taking a walk through the forest which was the pioneer’s lumber yard\, where we will identify trees and some of their uses\, we will focus on a hands-on project – each participant will make an example of that ubiquitous piece of pioneer woodcraft\, the hook. Made from a small\, forked tree branch\, often of rhododendron\, these hooks were found in homes\, barns and outbuildings to hang cloths\, tools\, horse harness and more on the wall in an organized fashion. Tickets for this event go on sale online on Grandfather Mountain’s website June 12 at 10 a.m. Advance registration required.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/adult-field-course-appalachian-woodcraft/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain\, 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy \, Linville\, North Carolina\, 28646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,Education,Arts & Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T130000
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SUMMARY:River Appreciation Day in Bryson City
DESCRIPTION:Join Mainspring at the Appalachian Rivers Aquarium for a special showcase of native plants and animals that depend on clean\, abundant water. In addition to the team at Appalachian Rivers Aquarium\, naturalists from Mainspring will be present to introduce the critters\, engage with visitors\, and answer questions about our precious river habitats. Drop in anytime during this event to meet the creatures!\nThis showcase will be available at the Appalachian Rivers Aquarium from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Thursday\, April 27th. No registration is required; stop in whenever your schedule allows. This event is free and open to the public\, though both Mainspring Conservation Trust and the Appalachian Rivers Aquarium appreciate donations of all sizes.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/river-appreciation-day-in-bryson-city/
LOCATION:Appalachian Rivers Acquarium\, 117 Island St\,\, Bryson City\, NC\, 28713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Conservation,Natural Heritage,Family Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T100000
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SUMMARY:Educator Workshop: BEETLES
DESCRIPTION:BEETLES Professional Learning Sessions are active experiences crafted to encourage instructors to look at different specific aspects of research-based science pedagogy and to inspire shifts in instructors’ thinking about their own teaching and learning. This session will cover the “Making Observations and Promoting Discussion Sessions” where we will learn how we can help learners make careful observations while encouraging wonder and curiosity and how productive talk leads to deep learning. This workshop qualifies for Criteria I or II in the EE Certification Program. CEU renewal credits are available. This workshop is free to attend\, although advance registration is required. Tickets for this event go online on Grandfather Mountain’s website June 29 at 10 a.m.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/educator-workshop-beetles/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain\, 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy \, Linville\, North Carolina\, 28646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors Activity,Workshop,Natural Heritage,Education
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SUMMARY:Annual Flock to the Rock
DESCRIPTION: Break out the binoculars and get ready for our annual feathered frenzy. This event was designed so birders of all skill sets can enjoy one of the country’s fastest-growing hobbies – bird watching! Bring the whole family for live raptor programs\, birding activities\, intro to birding hikes\, and the annual hawk watch from the Chimney. 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/annual-flock-to-the-rock/2026-09-19/
LOCATION:Chimney Rock State Park\, 431 Main Street\, Chimney Rock\, NC\, 28720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors Activity,Conservation,Family Fun,Education
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SUMMARY:Heritage Weekend at the Folk Art Center
DESCRIPTION:This free celebration of mountain heritage features traditional crafts accompanied by music and dancing. On-going demonstrations will include traditional woodworking with traditional tools\, weaving\, spinning\, dyeing\, broom making\, stone carving\, and printmaking. Visitors will have the opportunity to try their hand at some of the crafts and an activity table will encourage young people to create. A music stage will provide further entertainment with bluegrass and gospel music. There is free parking and a grassy area for picnics and relaxation. Spend an early autumn day in WNC honoring and learning about the crafts of yesteryear. \nHours: Saturday\, September 21\, 10 am-4 pm & Sunday\, September 22\, 12 pm-4 pm
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/heritage-weekend-at-the-folk-art-center/2026-09-19/
LOCATION:Folk Art Center\, Milepost 382\, Blue Ridge Parkway\, Asheville\, NC\, 28815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Arts & Crafts,Natural Heritage,Family Fun
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SUMMARY:Heritage Weekend at the Folk Art Center
DESCRIPTION:This free celebration of mountain heritage features traditional crafts accompanied by music and dancing. On-going demonstrations will include traditional woodworking with traditional tools\, weaving\, spinning\, dyeing\, broom making\, stone carving\, and printmaking. Visitors will have the opportunity to try their hand at some of the crafts and an activity table will encourage young people to create. A music stage will provide further entertainment with bluegrass and gospel music. There is free parking and a grassy area for picnics and relaxation. Spend an early autumn day in WNC honoring and learning about the crafts of yesteryear. \nHours: Saturday\, September 21\, 10 am-4 pm & Sunday\, September 22\, 12 pm-4 pm
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/heritage-weekend-at-the-folk-art-center/2026-09-20/
LOCATION:Folk Art Center\, Milepost 382\, Blue Ridge Parkway\, Asheville\, NC\, 28815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Arts & Crafts,Natural Heritage,Family Fun
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SUMMARY:Bascom Clay Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the 16th anniversary of the Bascom Clay Symposium\, the 2026 program brings together Alexander Thierry\, Andrew Shaw\, and Tiffany Thomas for an in-depth exploration of surface treatments in contemporary ceramics. This annual gathering offers a rare opportunity to engage closely with accomplished artists as they share the stories\, inspirations\, and technical approaches that have shaped their practices over time. \n  \nLearn more about this event and the artists. Plus\, register for this FREE event.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/bascom-clay-symposium/
LOCATION:The Bascom\, 323 Franklin Road\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Arts & Crafts
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019
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SUMMARY:Woolly Worm Festival
DESCRIPTION:This year’s event – the 49th annual – takes place Oct. 17-18 on the field of the Historic Banner Elk Elementary School. The Woolly Worm Festival is co-hosted by the Avery County Chamber of Commerce and the Kiwanis Organization of Banner Elk. \nThe Woolly Worm races begin around 10:00 a.m. Each heat consists of 25 worms\, and races continue all day until the grand final around 4 p.m. The winning worm on Saturday is declared the official winter forecasting agent. The Sunday worm races are for prestige\, fun\, and small prizes. Worm Races are limited so please arrive early to the festival and register your worms. \nIn addition to the Woolly Worm Races\, the festival features crafts\, food vendors\, live entertainment\, and much more. Past festivals have attracted an estimated 20\,000 fans\, 170 vendors\, and around 1\,000 race entrants. \nFor festival info\, visit: www.WoollyWorm.com or call (800) 972-2183. For lodging options\, go to: www.BannerElk.com.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/woolly-worm-festival-4/
LOCATION:Historic Banner Elk School\, 185 Azalea Circle SE\, Banner Elk\, NC\, 28604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Education,Arts & Crafts,Outdoors Activity,Festivals,Natural Heritage
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SUMMARY:Plow Days Festival
DESCRIPTION:Darnell Farms hosts a two-day festival. Check out vendors\, crafts\, hayrides\, live music\, demonstrations\, food\, and more! \nCheck the website for hours.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/plow-days-festival/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Darnell Farms\, 2300 Governors Island Road\, Bryson City\, NC\, 28713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farms & Agriculture,Education,Arts & Crafts,Music,Family Fun
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026
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SUMMARY:Plow Days Festival
DESCRIPTION:Darnell Farms hosts a two-day festival. Check out vendors\, crafts\, hayrides\, live music\, demonstrations\, food\, and more! \nCheck the website for hours.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/plow-days-festival/2026-10-25/
LOCATION:Darnell Farms\, 2300 Governors Island Road\, Bryson City\, NC\, 28713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farms & Agriculture,Education,Arts & Crafts,Music,Family Fun
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SUMMARY:Annual Flock to the Rock
DESCRIPTION: Break out the binoculars and get ready for our annual feathered frenzy. This event was designed so birders of all skill sets can enjoy one of the country’s fastest-growing hobbies – bird watching! Bring the whole family for live raptor programs\, birding activities\, intro to birding hikes\, and the annual hawk watch from the Chimney. 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/annual-flock-to-the-rock/2027-01-16/
LOCATION:Chimney Rock State Park\, 431 Main Street\, Chimney Rock\, NC\, 28720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors Activity,Conservation,Family Fun,Education
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SUMMARY:Annual Flock to the Rock
DESCRIPTION: Break out the binoculars and get ready for our annual feathered frenzy. This event was designed so birders of all skill sets can enjoy one of the country’s fastest-growing hobbies – bird watching! Bring the whole family for live raptor programs\, birding activities\, intro to birding hikes\, and the annual hawk watch from the Chimney. 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/annual-flock-to-the-rock/2028-01-15/
LOCATION:Chimney Rock State Park\, 431 Main Street\, Chimney Rock\, NC\, 28720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors Activity,Conservation,Family Fun,Education
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