Greening Up the Mountains 2014
The 17th annual Greening Up the Mountains Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 26,…
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Sticking to the competition
Gregg Fuller can sum up barbeque. “It’s a southern tradition,” he confidently stated. Owner of No Name Sports Pub in…
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Refill your creative well with writer retreat at Lake Logan
A retreat for writers and artists will be held at Lake Logan Retreat Center May 18-23 by Cullowhee Mountain ARTS,…
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This must be the place
Mary Harper was quite possibly the first real friend I made when I moved to Western North Carolina. With my…
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WCU to launch 125th anniversary celebration game
As part of Western Carolina University’s yearlong observance of the 125th anniversary of the founding of the institution, a game…
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Alice in Chains comes to Harrah’s
Grunge rockers Alice in Chains will perform at 9 p.m. Friday, May 2, at Harrah’s Cherokee.
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Through his eyes
Pulling into his steep, gravel driveway, the first thing you notice about Gary Montanari are his numerous pets. “I hope…
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Southern Fried Chicks bring laughs to Franklin
The Southern Fried Chicks Cage-Free Comedy Tour will hit is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 26, at the Smoky…
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Easter events
Lake Junaluska offers Easter weekend activities, services The Easter weekend celebration at Lake Junaluska will be held April 19-20. On…
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‘The Fantasticks’ hits the stage at WCU
“The Fantasticks,” the world’s longest-running musical, will bring a steampunk-styled allegory about deceit, disillusionment and devotion to the stage at…
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Students place high at culinary competition
Southwestern Community College culinary students C.J. Reum and Scott Dolbee recently placed fourth at the Wake Tech Culinary Arts Showcase…
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Film to celebrate National Poetry Month
April is National Poetry Month, and the occasion will be celebrated with a special film presentation at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday,…
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In search of White Oak String Band members
With a second album of historic mountain music on the horizon, the producers of the Grammy-nominated “Old-Time Smoky Mountain Music”…
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This must be the place
Monday is the new Saturday. Heading down Frazier Street in Waynesville to BearWaters Brewing Company, one can barely find a place…
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Mélange of the Mountains returns to Haywood County
The Mélange of the Mountains culinary celebration will run from April 10-13 around Haywood County.
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Cherokee weaving talk and workshop
A workshop and presentation on Cherokee weaving will be held April 11-12 at the Museum of the Cherokee Indian.
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Open call for Taste of Chocolate
An open call for bakers is currently underway for the 15th annual Taste of Chocolate Plus, which will be held…
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Sylva concert to benefit victims of landslide
A concert to benefit landslide victims in Snohomish County in Washington state titled “The Circle is Unbroken: A Benefit for…
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This must be the place
So, what are you going to ask him? That was the question constantly asked to me when friends and curious…
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Dancing with one’s dream
Staring into a 2,250-degree furnace, Tadashi Torii sees his passion come to life. “I’m really calm,” he said. “I try…
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Shorelines program to screen ‘Shored Up’
Western Carolina University’s Program for the Study of Developed Shorelines will screen the film “Shored Up” at 4 p.m. Sunday,…
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WCU to host International Festival
The 35th annual International Festival will be held from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 9, on the lawn…
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Workshop on Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina
A workshop focusing on regional points of musical interest, entitled “Why and How to Connect to the Blue Ridge Music…
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This must be the place
Kacey Musgraves makes me feel like a teenage boy. Shouts of joy escape my lungs when I find out she’s…
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'Shining up classic dishes
The ocean is a long way from Rick Miller’s kitchen. The kitchen is a long way from where his journey…
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In search of the perfect word: Literary festival returns to WCU
A writer looking at a blank page is a like a painter staring at a fresh canvas, a sculptor facing…
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Mann, ‘Les Miserables’ to stage at WCU
Directed by Broadway star Terrence Mann, the Tony-Award-winning musical “Les Miserables” will be performed at 7:30 p.m., April 3-5 and…
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Haywood festival gets new name, announces date
The Haywood County Arts Council has renamed their outdoor summer festival. Previously known as International Festival Day, the name has…
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‘Hunger Games’ fans flocking to N.C. film locations
In 2011 a large Hollywood film descended upon North Carolina. It was a secret and it went by the name…
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From trash to treasure, new art exhibit in Highlands
Artists transform everyday objects into works of art in the exhibit “Out of the Ordinary,” which runs April 5 through…
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Hugh Morton exhibit to include reception, talk
An exhibit celebrating the work of photographer Hugh Morton will open with a reception and talk March 27 at the…
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Winners of WCU’s annual Youth Art Month exhibit announced
Budding artists from across Jackson County were recently recognized during the annual Youth Art Month exhibit hosted by Western Carolina…
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Balsam Range, The Boxcars to play Franklin
Acclaimed bluegrass acts Balsam Range and The Boxcars will perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 4, at the Smoky Mountain…
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WCU jam series continues with Crooked Pine
The 2013-14 First Thursday Old-Time and Bluegrass Jam Series continues with Crooked Pine at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 3, in…
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Wordsmiths converge on WCU for Spring Literary Festival
Established and emerging authors of poetry, fiction and creative nonfiction will discuss and read from their works at Western Carolina…
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Shooting for dreams
In a crowded, frenzied gymnasium, Macon County Sheriff Robert Holland was just trying to not embarrass himself. “I haven’t touched…
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This must be the place
The right place at the right time. We’re all aware of that notion, and most of us have experienced it at…
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Concert fundraiser at WCU to feature A.W. Duo
The acclaimed classical music duo of Alyona Aksyonova and James Waldo will be featured at 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 24,…
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Liar’s Bench returns to Mountain Heritage Center
A celebration of Appalachian storytelling, music and drama, The Liar’s Bench will hit the stage at 7 p.m. Thursday, March…
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Christian rock comes to Franklin
Highly-acclaimed Christian rock bands Audio Adrenaline, Kutless, Finding Favour and Shine Bright Baby will perform at 7 p.m. Friday, March…
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Open call for Greening Up the Mountains artists, vendors
The 17th Annual Greening Up the Mountains festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 26,…
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Zac Brown Band to play Harrah’s Cherokee
Renowned country group the Zac Brown Band will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 29, at Harrah’s Cherokee.
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The Malpass Brothers bring alt-country to Highlands
Americana/country act The Malpass Brothers will be performing at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 29, at the Highlands Performing Arts Center.
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Playing the sounds of your dreams
He was a toddler with tenacity and talent. At three years old, Seth Taylor picked up his first guitar. Seeing…
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This must be the place
But, it’s only mid-March? I’m well aware of that, dear readers. Yes, it is mid-March, but 2014 is hitting the…
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‘Gentle Giant’ returns to Franklin
Country music’s legendary “Gentle Giant” Don Williams will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 15, at the Smoky Mountain Center…
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Encaustic demo at Gallery 86
Artist t.e. siewert will hold an encaustic painting demonstration from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 15, at Gallery 86…
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Iglesias to bring laughs to Harrah’s
Acclaimed comedian Gabriel Iglesias will perform at 7:30 p.m., March 22, at Harrah’s Cherokee.
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Robin Thicke comes to Harrah’s
Pop sensation Robin Thicke will perform at 8 p.m. March 14 at Harrah’s Cherokee Event Center. Born in Los Angeles,…
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