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Root Diggers and Herb Gatherers: How Appalachia Helped Launch the Pharmaceutical Industry

Mars Hill University: Ferguson Health Sciences Center 211 Cascade Street, Mars Hill, NC, United States

Join author Luke Manget as he discusses his book, Ginseng Diggers: A History of Root and Herb Gathering in Appalachia (University of Kentucky Press, 2022). The book investigates how and why the Appalachian region became the United States’ most important supplier of wild medicinal plants, including ginseng, to the markets of the world. It also follows the diggers into […]

Grandfather Mountain: Sunset at the Swinging Bridge

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, United States

Enjoy the rare opportunity to visit Grandfather Mountain outside of regular operating hours and see a sunset from the top of the mountain. Your event ticket includes an entire day’s access to Grandfather Mountain, with regular park hours being 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Trails close at 4 p.m. At 5 p.m., all sunset eventgoers […]

Community Tuesdays: Dance & Social with House Band & Caller

John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United States

For a low stakes sampling, pop by on Tuesday nights where community members and Folk School students learn the basics. “Community Tuesdays,” feature live music and dance opportunities. Come solo, with your family, or a friend. There is no pressure to dance, and there are always willing dance partners as folks switch throughout the evening. […]

The Allen Boys Sacred Steel Band

Historic Earle Theatre 142 North Main Street , Mount Airy, NC, United States

The Allen Boys of Mount Airy, NC, are sacred steel ambassadors. Mixing the sounds of gospel with blues, rock, and country, The Allen Boys are North Carolina’s only touring Sacred Steel band. Combining the sounds of gospel with blues, rock, and country, The Allen Boys are North Carolina’s only touring Sacred Steel band.

Community Dance with Phil Jamison and Rabbit Roundup

John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United States

Phil Jamison brings Warren Wilson student ensemble Rabbit Roundup for fun filled night of mountain music. Featuring Sophie Moeckel on fiddle, Jamie Shelor on fiddle, Hope Schwen on guitar, Sam Hamer-Light on bass, and Phil Jamison calling. For more info about the artist, visit philjamison.com .  The Saturday Night Community Dance is back indoors! Come […]

Dance & Social with Jane Rothfield and Allan Carr and House Caller

John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United States

Award winning fiddler Janie Rothfield and husband Scottish singer and guitarist Allan Carr have been playing and recording their unique blend of Celtic and Appalachian music for over 40 years!  Allan (from Aberdeen, Scotland) grew up surrounded by the rich traditional music of the Northeast of Scotland and is one of the finest singers from […]

Cherokee Heritage: Studying Indigenous Land

Historic Clay County Courthouse/Beal Center 25 Herbert Street, Hayesville, NC, United States

Archaeologists Dr. Brett Riggs & Dr. Jane Eastman from Western Carolina University will present a program on their studies at Watauga Mound in Macon County and at Spikebuck/Quanassee in Hayesville. 

Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project’s CSA Fair

YWCA of Asheville 185 S. French Broad Ave , Asheville, NC, United States

ASAP’s CSA Fair is a chance to meet local farmers and learn about CSAs (Community Supported Agriculture) in our area. By joining a CSA, you get a weekly box of fresh, locally grown produce, meats, flowers, or other local products—and provide a farmer with valuable financial support before the season starts. Talk to farmers about […]

Grandfather Mountain: Sunset at the Swinging Bridge

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, United States

Enjoy the rare opportunity to visit Grandfather Mountain outside of regular operating hours and see a sunset from the top of the mountain. Your event ticket includes an entire day’s access to Grandfather Mountain, with regular park hours being 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Trails close at 4 p.m. at 5 p.m., all sunset eventgoers should […]

The Morris Family Band (Irish)

Historic Earle Theatre 142 North Main Street , Mount Airy, NC, United States

Celebrate Saint Patrick's Day at The Historic Earle Theatre in downtown Mount Airy! The Morris Family Band will be playing an Irish Celtic Blend of music featuring a cello, flute, penny whistle, mandolin, guitars and violins. Tickets are $15!

Charity Ray Art Exhibit

Mars Landing Galleries 37 Liberty Street, Mars Hill, NC, United States

We are thrilled to have an exhibit and sale of Charity Ray's remaining original artworks, as well as a selection of prints. March 25 from 1:00-5:00 pm at Mars Landing Galleries, located adjacent to the Mars Hill Library. We've been working with the gallery for a few months to make this show happen, and it […]

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