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SUMMARY:“A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story” - UNCA Screening
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the UNCA Department of Psychology and Ramsey Library Special Collections at HIG 114 (Alumni Hall) filmmaker Paul Bonesteel will introduce the film and take questions following. This screening is special for a number of reasons with the UNCA Ramsey library holding many important collections connected and related to George Masa\, the Carolina Mountain Club\, the Asheville Citizen-Times newspaper photo archive\, the Bill and Alice Hart collection\, among many others.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/a-life-reimagined-the-george-masa-story-movie-unca/
LOCATION:UNCA Highsmith Student Union\, 2500 University Heights\, Room HIG 114\, Asheville\, NC\, 28804\, United States
CATEGORIES:Natural Heritage,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T203000
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SUMMARY:“A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story” - WCU Screening
DESCRIPTION:Western Carolina University’s School of Stage and Screen presents A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story at the UC Theater. \nFilmmaker Paul Bonesteel will introduce the film and take questions after the screening. \nWestern Carolina University’s Hunter Library holds many George Masa photographs and artifacts\, and is featured in the film.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/a-life-reimagined-the-george-masa-story/
LOCATION:WCU A.K. Hinds University Center\, 136 Hinds University Center\, Cullowhee\, 28723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Natural Heritage,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T085127
CREATED:20260109T215349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T215349Z
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SUMMARY:Asheville Herb Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a weekend filled with plants\, workshops and great food! The Asheville Herb Fest is the largest herb festival in the United States and Canada — promoting WNC herbs and herbal products since 1990!\n \nWith over 80 herb vendors\, you will be able to shop for everything you need for your garden and home! Our vendors are the best in the region and offer a huge variety of herbal products and plants!\n \nPlus\, we offer over 20 FREE WORKSHOPS on everything plant related from growing mushrooms to fermenting! You DO NOT WANT to miss this weekend!\n \nThe 36th Annual Festival runs April 24th through 26th\, 2026\nFriday/Saturday hours 8:30am to 5pmSunday hours 10am to 3pm\n \nFood trucks and a FREE PLANT HOLD AREA so you don’t have to keep going back to your car to unload your purchases! You can then pull right up to the plant hold area and load your car with your purchases!
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/asheville-herb-fest/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:WNC Agricultural Center\, 761 Boylston Hwy\, Fletcher\, NC\, 28732\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farms & Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T130000
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CREATED:20260330T210826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T210826Z
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SUMMARY:Pisgah Project Day
DESCRIPTION:Pisgah Project Day (PPD) is Pisgah’s largest volunteer day. Each spring\, hundreds of community volunteers join forces with The Pisgah Conservancy\, our event sponsors and partners\, and the Forest Service to complete dozens of improvement projects throughout the Pisgah Ranger District. \nDuring PPD 2025\, 500 volunteers joined forces with us to complete 25 projects in a single day during our biggest PPD event to date. \nPPD 2026 will be held on Saturday\, April 25th\, and the event will take place on the last Saturday in April going forward. \nVisit site for more details and to register.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/pisgah-project-day/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Pisgah National Forest & Brevard\, Pisgah Forest\, NC\, 28768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Natural Heritage,Outdoors Activity,Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T170000
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SUMMARY:Asheville Herb Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a weekend filled with plants\, workshops and great food! The Asheville Herb Fest is the largest herb festival in the United States and Canada — promoting WNC herbs and herbal products since 1990!\n \nWith over 80 herb vendors\, you will be able to shop for everything you need for your garden and home! Our vendors are the best in the region and offer a huge variety of herbal products and plants!\n \nPlus\, we offer over 20 FREE WORKSHOPS on everything plant related from growing mushrooms to fermenting! You DO NOT WANT to miss this weekend!\n \nThe 36th Annual Festival runs April 24th through 26th\, 2026\nFriday/Saturday hours 8:30am to 5pmSunday hours 10am to 3pm\n \nFood trucks and a FREE PLANT HOLD AREA so you don’t have to keep going back to your car to unload your purchases! You can then pull right up to the plant hold area and load your car with your purchases!
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/asheville-herb-fest/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:WNC Agricultural Center\, 761 Boylston Hwy\, Fletcher\, NC\, 28732\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farms & Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
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SUMMARY:Greening Up The Mountains Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Greening Up the Mountains Festival is a heritage arts festival that celebrates the arrival of Spring through both traditional and contemporary forms of Appalachian art\, music\, food\, and beverage which honor our community and local artisans. The festival is sponsored by both the Town of Sylva and the Main Street Sylva Association and will be held in Historic Downtown Sylva\, North Carolina. The Greening Up The Mountains Festival enjoys crowds of upwards of 12\,000 attendees and has 150 vendor booth spaces. In addition to a variety of arts\, crafts\, and food vendors\, attendees can enjoy a 5k run\, beverage arts featuring local craft breweries\, and live music throughout the day. \n​Be sure to visit both Main Street and Bridge Park to enjoy all the festival has to offer. Like us on Facebook to receive festival updates and information.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/greening-up-the-mountains-festival/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Historic Downtown Sylva\, Landis Street\, Sylva\, NC\, 28779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Festivals,Family Fun,Food & Beverage,Arts & Crafts,Outdoors Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T160320Z
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SUMMARY:Mountain Science Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free STEM-oriented science festival where you can interact with scientists\, explore nature\, and grow your curiosity! \nThe Mountain Science Expo is a part of the larger NC Science Festival\, a state-wide and month-long event dedicated to celebrating the impact of science educationally\, culturally\, and economically on our state. The NC Science Festival and the Mountain Science Expo hope to inspire children to pursue—and adults to support—the sciences\, such that North Carolina can lead the country and the world as a place of innovation and learning. \nThe Expo will feature live animal presentations\, exhibitors from across the region\, special interactive activities\, and more! It takes place in both of The North Carolina Arboretum’s main buildings and through the gardens. \nRain or shine\, the Mountain Science Expo takes place fully within indoor or covered spaces at The Arboretum!
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/mountain-science-expo/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:North Carolina Arboretum\, 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806\, United States
CATEGORIES:Natural Heritage,Outdoors Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T085127
CREATED:20250219T203215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T170656Z
UID:24296-1777118400-1777136400@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Get in Gear Festival
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy activities for all ages and outdoor experience levels. Explore an exciting marketplace of outdoor gear and local experiences\, meet industry experts\, demo the latest gear and equipment\, shop special deals\, taste local food and beverages\, and enjoy on-site activities at New Belgium Brewing’s Liquid Center. Join us for a fun and relaxed afternoon hanging out with friends and your favorite outdoor companies. \n\nFREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/get-in-gear-festival/
LOCATION:Highland Brewing\, 12 Old Charlotte Highway\, Asheville\, 28803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Outdoors Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T085127
CREATED:20260302T203950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T203950Z
UID:30318-1777140000-1777143600@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Honoring a Heritage Icon: Helen Gibson\, Brasstown Carver
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate a Local Legend!\n \nJoin us as we honor Helen Gibson\, renowned Brasstown carver\, for receiving the 2025 Heritage Award.\n \nHelen’s artistry and dedication have preserved the rich traditions of Appalachian woodcarving\, inspiring generations and keeping our cultural heritage alive.\n \nCome celebrate Helen’s incredible contributions to the arts and our community. Enjoy stories\, fellowship\, and a tribute to her lifelong work.\n \nPresented by:Clay County Historical & Arts Council\nclayhistoryartsnc.org/artist-spotlight\n \nMade possible by grants from The NC Arts Council\, a Department of Natural and Cultural Resources\, a state agency… & Granny’s Attic Thrift Store!\n \nAfterwards\, stick around for Lies & Pies\, a Scribes On Stage Series
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/honoring-a-heritage-icon-helen-gibson-brasstown-carver/
LOCATION:Peacock Performing Arts Center\, 301 Church St\, Hayesville\, North Carolina\, 28904
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T085127
CREATED:20260109T215349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T215349Z
UID:29633-1777197600-1777215600@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Asheville Herb Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a weekend filled with plants\, workshops and great food! The Asheville Herb Fest is the largest herb festival in the United States and Canada — promoting WNC herbs and herbal products since 1990!\n \nWith over 80 herb vendors\, you will be able to shop for everything you need for your garden and home! Our vendors are the best in the region and offer a huge variety of herbal products and plants!\n \nPlus\, we offer over 20 FREE WORKSHOPS on everything plant related from growing mushrooms to fermenting! You DO NOT WANT to miss this weekend!\n \nThe 36th Annual Festival runs April 24th through 26th\, 2026\nFriday/Saturday hours 8:30am to 5pmSunday hours 10am to 3pm\n \nFood trucks and a FREE PLANT HOLD AREA so you don’t have to keep going back to your car to unload your purchases! You can then pull right up to the plant hold area and load your car with your purchases!
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/asheville-herb-fest/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:WNC Agricultural Center\, 761 Boylston Hwy\, Fletcher\, NC\, 28732\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farms & Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T160000
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CREATED:20260408T143615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T143615Z
UID:30619-1777208400-1777219200@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Fiber Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Bring any textile project you are working on.  \nMeet at Cowee Textiles.  \nFor more information\, contact Teresa Bouchonnet at tbouchonnet13@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/fiber-sunday/
LOCATION:Cowee School Arts & Heritage Center\, 51 Cowee School Drive\, Franklin\, NC\, 28734\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T085127
CREATED:20260408T174533Z
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SUMMARY:eARTH: Notes from the field Art Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a community art exhibition at 27 on Main\, exploring themes related to the earth: our relationship to and/or with it\, as home or shared space with other living things\, a specific bioregion\, ecological concerns and questions relevant to our time\, or a celebration of nature and the natural world.. This is free and open to the public and light refreshments will be served \n 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/earth-notes-from-the-field-art-exhibition/
LOCATION:27 on Main\, 25 North Main Street\, Sparta\, NC\, 28675\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibit
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