The Rye Holler Boys will perform a concert of bluegrass, old-time country and gospel music at 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 17, at Swain County Center for the Arts in Bryson City. Immediately following the concert there will be a reception for 16 members of Blue Ridge Watermedia Society who have artwork on exhibit at the Center for the Arts. Both the concert and the reception free of charge.

The Rye Holler Boys is a group of four young men who have risen to local and regional fame. They will perform a concert of some of their favorite mountain music inspired by older bluegrass traditions, as well as newer sounds.

Following the concert, everyone is invited for light refreshments in the lobby of Swain County Center for the Arts provided by the 16 exhibiting members of Blue Ridge Watermedia Society.  The 47 works of art on exhibit includes watercolor, acrylic, oil and mixed media paintings, several baskets and graphite drawings.

The concert and exhibit are free and open to the public. 828.488.7843 or visit www.swain.k12.nc.us/cfta.