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sov·er·eign·ty: Expressions in Sovereignty of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians
The Museum of the Cherokee People is pleased to announce the opening of sov·er·eign·ty: Expressions in Sovereignty of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, an exhibition that illuminates the complexities of tribal sovereignty and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ continuing legacy of resilience. Featuring objects sourced from the Museum of the Cherokee People’s […]
3 events,
“Coldest Day of the Year” at Elk Hollow Preserve
“Coldest Day of the Year” at Elk Hollow Preserve
Distance: 2 mile Difficulty: Moderately strenuous (6/10), This includes steep inclines and slippery surfaces. Come enjoy a delightful walk through the Elk Hollow Preserve along the Everett J. Bowman Memorial Trail during our Coldest Day of the Year Hike! This scenic route will guide us through stunning forests of oaks, maples, and beech trees, as […]
Chimney Rock State Park Wildlife Programs for Kids
Chimney Rock State Park Wildlife Programs for Kids
Chimney Rock State Park Wildlife Programs for Kids 4th Tuesdays @ 4pm Columbus Library January 28: Radical Raptors – Learn about birds of prey, understand the role they play in our ecosystem, and discover how we can help protect them. Meet special winged ambassadors and hear about what makes them unique among our native species. February […]
2 events,
A Turnpike Sunset by Tom Godleski
A Turnpike Sunset by Tom Godleski
Tom Godleski has written local legends into songs and turned family stories into scripts. Turnpike Sunset is about a group of 19th century drovers who are sitting around a campfire, telling stories, singing, and talking about trials and tribulation of life on the drover’s road. The road itself was called The Buncombe Turnpike, and was […]
6 events,
The Art of Fiber and Textiles
The Art League is proud to present “The Art of Fiber and Textiles,” an exhibition that showcases the innovative spirit and enduring traditions of these versatile mediums.
2025 Agroforestry Workshop: Pruning our Silvopasture Project
2025 Agroforestry Workshop: Pruning our Silvopasture Project
We will explore the science and strategies behind pruning trees and shrubs for agroforestry systems. The class will discuss the botany of pruning and strategies for silvopasture, alley cropping, food forests, windbreaks, and riparian buffers. We will discuss the differences in pruning for fruit, nut, timber, fodder and mulch production. Participants will leave understanding how […]
Machine Sewing for Beginners with Ramona Shepard
Machine Sewing for Beginners with Ramona Shepard
Join Ramona Shepard at the McDowell Arts Council Association four weekends in a row to learn the basics of machine sewing! You'll be able to make 3-5 different projects: Drawstring bag Half moon cosmetics bag Pleated zipper pouch Cutlery/brush roll (depending on fabric used) Fabric basket Registration is required. $250 per person for 4 sessions• […]
Asheville Community Square Dance
Asheville Community Square Dance
Dance Band: Jenny Run Away (Patrick Sawyer, Emma Rast, Nick Coker, Daniel Ullom & Anna Whalen) Host Caller: Phil Jamison Community callers are welcome to call a dance! Old-Time Jam Leader: TBD Food Truck: Appalachian Chic Flatfoot Lessons Before the Dance! Flatfooting is an Appalachian percussive dance that shares its history and steps with […]
5 events,
Riverbank Stabilization and Mycorestoration Workshop
Riverbank Stabilization and Mycorestoration Workshop
Get hands on experience while learning about stabilizing eroding streambanks and outdoor mushroom cultivation. This workshop will be led by:John Henry Nelson of Stone and Spade, a small, local stream restoration company with extensive experience in Madison County Rodney Webb of Appalachia Fungorum, a sustainable mushroom grower and forager in Madison County Blannahassett Island is […]
Chimney Rock’s 20th Annual Groundhog Day Celebration
Chimney Rock’s 20th Annual Groundhog Day Celebration
It’s our favorite day of the year! While Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park remains closed due to Hurricane Helene, our beloved Groundhog Day tradition continues, thanks to a generous partnership with Tryon International Equestrian Center. Groundhog Day 2025 Schedule 12-2pm: Arrive early at Tryon International and enjoy family-friendly activities as we await Tater’s big prediction, […]
A Turnpike Sunset by Tom Godleski
A Turnpike Sunset by Tom Godleski
Tom Godleski has written local legends into songs and turned family stories into scripts. Turnpike Sunset is about a group of 19th century drovers who are sitting around a campfire, telling stories, singing, and talking about trials and tribulation of life on the drover’s road. The road itself was called The Buncombe Turnpike, and was […]
2 events,
The Art of Fiber and Textiles
The Art League is proud to present “The Art of Fiber and Textiles,” an exhibition that showcases the innovative spirit and enduring traditions of these versatile mediums.
2 events,
The Art of Fiber and Textiles
The Art League is proud to present “The Art of Fiber and Textiles,” an exhibition that showcases the innovative spirit and enduring traditions of these versatile mediums.
2 events,
The Art of Fiber and Textiles
The Art League is proud to present “The Art of Fiber and Textiles,” an exhibition that showcases the innovative spirit and enduring traditions of these versatile mediums.
4 events,
The Art of Fiber and Textiles
The Art League is proud to present “The Art of Fiber and Textiles,” an exhibition that showcases the innovative spirit and enduring traditions of these versatile mediums.
Valentine Market
Valentine Market
Join us to spread the love! White Horse Black Mountain is delighted to be hosting the Black Mountain Tailgate in their February Valentine Market. There will be local artisan goods, handmade gifts, libations and more.
Machine Sewing for Beginners with Ramona Shepard
Machine Sewing for Beginners with Ramona Shepard
Join Ramona Shepard at the McDowell Arts Council Association four weekends in a row to learn the basics of machine sewing! You'll be able to make 3-5 different projects: Drawstring bag Half moon cosmetics bag Pleated zipper pouch Cutlery/brush roll (depending on fabric used) Fabric basket Registration is required. $250 per person for 4 sessions• […]
2 events,
The Art of Fiber and Textiles
The Art League is proud to present “The Art of Fiber and Textiles,” an exhibition that showcases the innovative spirit and enduring traditions of these versatile mediums.
2 events,
The Art of Fiber and Textiles
The Art League is proud to present “The Art of Fiber and Textiles,” an exhibition that showcases the innovative spirit and enduring traditions of these versatile mediums.
2 events,
The Art of Fiber and Textiles
The Art League is proud to present “The Art of Fiber and Textiles,” an exhibition that showcases the innovative spirit and enduring traditions of these versatile mediums.
3 events,
The Art of Fiber and Textiles
The Art League is proud to present “The Art of Fiber and Textiles,” an exhibition that showcases the innovative spirit and enduring traditions of these versatile mediums.
Historic Floods and Landslides — What Have We Learned?
Historic Floods and Landslides — What Have We Learned?
The Southern Appalachians faces landslides and floods regularly that impact thousands of residents. Yet we continue to build in places that put people and property in harm’s way. This interactive forum features leading experts on how our special geology affects livability including Rick Wooten who was the Senior Geologist for Geohazards and Engineering Geology at […]
2 events,
Schoolhouse Fiber Friends at Stecoah
Schoolhouse Fiber Friends at Stecoah
Crocheters, spinners, knitters, seamstresses, and fiber enthusiasts of all fields are invited. If you get a thrill from thread, yarn, or wool, Schoolhouse Fiber Friends is for you. Bring your Works-in-Progress, Yarn Hauls, and Finished Show-and-Tell Pieces. Meets in the Textile Studio.
3 events,
The Art of Fiber and Textiles
The Art League is proud to present “The Art of Fiber and Textiles,” an exhibition that showcases the innovative spirit and enduring traditions of these versatile mediums.
Friends of Agriculture Breakfast
Friends of Agriculture Breakfast
Polk County’s Office of Agricultural Economic Development hosts a monthly Friends of Agriculture Breakfast for our community of farmers, gardeners, and food enthusiasts. The Friends of Agriculture Breakfast is a free event that features a delicious local food breakfast and an educational speaker on areas of interest to our agricultural community. The Friends of Agriculture […]
2 events,
The Art of Fiber and Textiles
The Art League is proud to present “The Art of Fiber and Textiles,” an exhibition that showcases the innovative spirit and enduring traditions of these versatile mediums.
4 events,
The Art of Fiber and Textiles
The Art League is proud to present “The Art of Fiber and Textiles,” an exhibition that showcases the innovative spirit and enduring traditions of these versatile mediums.
Artist Morning Meetup – Haywood County Arts Council
Artist Morning Meetup – Haywood County Arts Council
Artist Morning Meetup is an opportunity to meet fellow artists, share works in progress, or even work on pieces together! We meet every third Friday in the Board Room at Folkmoot USA from 9 – 10:30 am. Open to ALL ARTISTS, Haywood County Arts Council members, and non-members! Bring your artist friends!
Historic Black Mountain Campus Tours at Lake Eden
Historic Black Mountain Campus Tours at Lake Eden
The Lake Eden Preserve will partner with Black Mountain College, offering regular walking tours of the iconic Black Mountain College campus at Lake Eden, operated by BMC from 1941 to 1956. These two-hour tours will cover the historic lower campus buildings, including The Dining Hall, Lodges, The Quiet House, and The Studies Building, as well […]
3 events,
ASAP Business Farming Conference
ASAP Business Farming Conference
The annual Business of Farming Conference brings together professional farmers from across the Southeast region to network and share resources to grow their farm businesses. Farmers learn about marketing, business planning, and financial management from regional experts and innovative peers. The conference is designed for beginning and established farmers as well as those seriously considering […]
Penland School of Craft Open House
Penland School of Craft Open House
Each winter, Penland hosts our Community Open House, where visitors are invited to try free hands-on activities in our teaching studios, led by studio coordinators and assisted by over 100 volunteers. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience the studios firsthand, as they are closed to the public when school is in session. This is […]
2 events,
Chimney Rock State Park Wildlife Programs for Kids
Chimney Rock State Park Wildlife Programs for Kids
Chimney Rock State Park Wildlife Programs for Kids 4th Tuesdays @ 4pm Columbus Library January 28: Radical Raptors – Learn about birds of prey, understand the role they play in our ecosystem, and discover how we can help protect them. Meet special winged ambassadors and hear about what makes them unique among our native species. February […]
2 events,
Winter Live Staking Workshop
Winter Live Staking Workshop
Join HCLT (Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust) and WATR (Watershed Association of the Tuckasegee River) in live staking native plants in a disturbed riparian area. The practice of live staking is used widely in disturbed and eroded stream beds. Livestaking reintroduces live plant species for the purpose of stabilizing the stream bed and vegetating bare soil. Ken […]
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1 event,
Cherokee History & Stories Workshop Series
Cherokee History & Stories Workshop Series
Kathi Littlejohn, an enrolled member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, has been telling Cherokee stories for more than 40 years at events, festivals, and schools. She has been leading Cherokee history tours for five years to historically and culturally significant places in Western North Carolina. She has produced four CDs of Cherokee stories: […]