Arts + Entertainment

 

Six strings of soul: NC Guitar Celebration returns

In its second year, the North Carolina Guitar Celebration in Brevard has much to celebrate — the sacred six-string instrument itself, a genuine moment of togetherness and the 100th birthday of the late Doc Watson. 

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Renewing the fire through education: A conversation with Lori Reed

We can learn about cultures, history, social and economic structures, and more importantly ourselves — especially where we have come from and where we are going as a society. Every person has a story to tell, every community a culture and history. And teachers play a primary part in guiding the younger generations in how to convey those stories through artistic means.

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Waynesville art walk, live music

A beloved gathering of locals and visitors alike, “Art After Dark” will take place from 6-9 p.m. Friday, June 2, in downtown Waynesville.

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Are you ready for MollyFest?

In honor of a beloved local canine celebrity, MollyFest will take place from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, June 3, at Frog Level Brewing in Waynesville.

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Mountain Layers goes Americana

A regional Americana/bluegrass act, Granny’s Mason Jar will perform at 6 p.m. Saturday, May 27, at Mountain Layer Brewing in Bryson City.

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Yonder welcomes David Childers

Acclaimed singer-songwriter David Childers will perform at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 28, on the side lawn stage at Yonder Community Market in Franklin. 

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Rock rolls into Scotsman

Rising area rock/jam act Arnold Hill will perform at 9 p.m. Friday, May 26, at The Scotsman in Waynesville.

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Franklin welcomes Martina McBride

Country megastar Martina McBride will hit the stage at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 19, at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts in Franklin. 

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Nick Offerman to appear at Harrah’s

Famed actor, author and standup comedian Nick Offerman will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 27, at Harrah’s Cherokee Resort Event Center. 

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