Primus gets 'Closer to the Heart' of Rush

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Thursday, September 23, 2021
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A few weeks ago I photographed Primus doing a tribute to Rush playing the entire "A Farewell to Kings" album. Anyone who…
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MerleFest returns, giving up-and-coming acts a huge opportunity

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Tuesday, September 21, 2021
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MerleFest has been the premier “traditional plus” music festival in the country for decades, launching the careers of many well-known…
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Rising songwriter rolls into Orchard

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Tuesday, September 14, 2021
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Acclaimed singer-songwriter Chris Staples will hit the stage at 8 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 26, at Orchard Coffee in Waynesville. 
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ColorFest returns to Dillsboro

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Tuesday, September 21, 2021
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The annual ColorFest will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2, in downtown Dillsboro.
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Luncheon with Wiley Cash

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Tuesday, September 21, 2021
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Hosted by Blue Ridge Books, there will be a special luncheon with beloved southern author Wiley Cash at noon Monday,…
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Balsam Range flood relief benefit concert

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Tuesday, September 14, 2021
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Presented by Balsam Range, United Way of Haywood County, Town of Canton, Clyde Lions Club, Canton Lions Club and The…
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WCU art exhibits showcase Pinder, ‘Contemporary Clay’

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Tuesday, September 14, 2021
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The Western Carolina University (WCU) Fine Art Museum in Cullowhee is currently presenting two exhibitions at the Bardo Arts Center,…
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Cherokee syllabary, art showcase

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Wednesday, September 01, 2021
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Featuring over 50 works of art in a variety of media by over 30 Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI)…
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