Toe River Arts will host their Annual Blacksmith Exhibition March 30 – April 27 at Toe River Arts in Spruce Pine, at the Kokol Gallery. The exhibition is in conjunction with the Fire on the Mountain Blacksmithing Festival which takes place on Saturday, April 27th in downtown Spruce Pine between 10am – 4pm. The festival is coordinated by Spruce Pine Main Street, Penland School of Craft, Toe ...(more)
In an effort to strengthen policy and advocacy organizations in Western North Carolina – and to ensure better representation of WNC voices in state-level policy conversations – Dogwood Health Trust has announced a new request for proposals (RFP) from nonprofit organizations working on policy issues that align with Dogwood’s Strategic Priorities. Nonprofit organizations interested in ...(more)
Mitchell County is gearing up to celebrate Tourism Week from May 19 to May 25, 2024, showcasing the vibrant attractions, rich culture, and warm hospitality that make the county a must-visit destination for travelers from near and far. Tourism Week provides an opportunity to recognize the significant contributions of tourism to our local economy, while also highlighting the diverse experiences ...(more)
Grow Your Own Food! Mitchell County Extension Presents the “Seed-to-Harvest” Spring Session Four 1 hour classes for all levels of gardener! $5.00 per class – Pre-register at the Extension office in Bakersville or call 828-688-4811 April 4th 5:30 to 6:30 in Extension Conference Room Soil, Slope, Rock & Sun Growing Methods (till, no-till, raised beds ...(more)
The Mitchell County Tourism Board is excited to announce a special meet and greet event with Short Term Rental (STR) owners in Mitchell County, scheduled for May 23, 2024. This event aims to foster closer collaboration between the tourism board and the local short-term rental community to enhance visitor experiences and promote sustainable tourism practices. Scheduled to take place in both ...(more)
Grandfather Mountain, the not-for-profit nature park run by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, has lined up an inspiring slate of events for the coming months. This year’s calendar kicks off with an event for the upcoming solar eclipse and also features a list of favorite annual happenings on the mountain – with some exciting updates. “Our event season is just around the ...(more)
Fun is taking center stage in our 2024 Summer camps! Whether your student is interested in being on stage, helping backstage, or shining offstage, we’ve got a camp for everyone this year! Find Out More & Register MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE CAMP June 3-7 (10am-4pm) For ages 12-18 Taught by Melanie Veazey $200 Performers will ...(more)
LINVILLE, N.C. – January 2024 saw quite a bit of snowfall on Grandfather Mountain, as well as some blustery conditions, according to data recorded at the park’s official weather reporting stations. The average high temperature for January 2024 was 34.30 degrees Fahrenheit, with an average low of 20.64 degrees and a mean of 27.47 degrees. The warmest temperature recorded last month was 53.2 ...(more)
