This summer will be 30 years since Lauren Calvert opened the doors to In Your Ear Emporium, downtown Sylva’s record store. Over the years, the way in which people consume music has changed drastically, but the heart of Calvert’s business has not. 

The senior games are coming to Haywood County beginning April 17, and adults 50 and older are invited to participate in a whole series of events, from swimming to pickleball to poker. 

You may know the Haywood County Arts Council as a gallery where you can admire and purchase local art. But we’re so much more!

There are several Christmas parades and events coming up around the region over the next couple of weeks. 

Meet Santa at the Nantahala Outdoor Center in Swain County at one of three events coming up next month. 

Friends of Panthertown has two events coming up in September that will give people a chance to get involved.

Jackson County Recreation will host a series of events throughout September.

Here's a roundup of things to do in WNC this weekend.

Get ready for the holiday weekend!