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Community Events & Announcements

  • Bingo will be held at 6:30 p.m. on June 13 in the Maggie Valley Pavilion next to town hall. Sponsored by the Maggie Valley Civic Association.
  • Lake Junaluska Summer Activities Program is offered weekdays through July. The center invites the community to enjoy daily free and low -cost activities. Summer Activities Program weekly events include morning and evening yoga lessons, board game nights, morning lakeside devotionals, bonfires, indoor and outdoor movies, and live music. Visit for schedule: www.lakejunaluska.com/summeractivities.
  • Learn how to fight fraud like elder financial exploitation, Internet & telemarketing scams and more will be offered at 2 p.m. on Friday, June 14, in the Waynesville Library Auditorium. Info: 356.2507.
  • St. Mary’s Catholic Church will have a Fish Fry from 5-7:30 p.m. on Friday, June 14, in Sylva. Cost: $10 adults, $5 children. Dine in or take out. 506.1713.
  • A Walk to End Elder Abuse is scheduled for 5 p.m. on Monday, June 17, starting at the Haywood County Justice Center and looping through downtown Waynesville.
  • The Cullowhee Planning Council meets at 6 p.m. on June 18 in Conference Room 101A of the Cordelia Camp Building at Western Carolina University. www.planning.jacksonnc.org.
  • Village Green is hosting open houses this summer for visitors to see progress on its construction project in Cashiers. Dates are June 26 and July 3. Info: 743.3434, courtney@cashiersgreen.com or www.VillageGreenCashiersNC.com.
  • Bingo will be held at 6:30 p.m. on June 27 in the Maggie Valley Pavilion next to town hall. Sponsored by the Maggie Valley Civic Association.
  • Grant applications are being accepted from local nonprofits for grants that will be provided by Grace Church in the Mountains. Proceeds from a July 27 Parish Fair go toward supporting these grants. Application: www.gracewaynesville.com. Info: 456.6029.
  • The Haywood County Arts Council is accepting submissions for a Studio Tour Logo Contest through Aug. 1. Info and application: haywoodarts.org/logo-contest.
  • Western Carolina University is accepting letters of nominations for the Mountain Heritage Awards, prestigious honors bestowed on an individual and an organization each year for contributions to or for playing a prominent role in research, preservation and curation of Southern Appalachian history, culture and folklore.

Awards will be presented at the 45th annual Mountain Heritage Day on Saturday, Sept. 28, on the WCU campus. Nominations should be delivered no later than Friday, June 28, to the Mountain Heritage Center offices, located in Room 240 of WCU’s Hunter Library; mailed to Mountain Heritage Center, 1 University Drive, Cullowhee N.C. 28723; or emailed to pameister@wcu.edu.

  • Reservations are being accepted for a six-night package, Nov. 23-29, to join Western Carolina University’s Pride of the Mountains Marching Band as it participates in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on Nov. 28 in New York City. Cost: $2,199 (based on double occupancy), includes roundtrip airfare, transportation to the hotel, six nights lodging at Marriott Marquis in Times Square, two Broadway shows, admission to the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, a two-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing ticket on a double-decker bus and Thanksgiving dinner with the band. Bmarkle@superholiday.com. Donate to help the band make the trip: givemacys.wcu.edu.
  • Registration is underway for Marriage Enrichment Retreats that will be offered three more times over the next year at Lake Junaluska. Led by Ned Martin, an expert in marriage counseling. Price is $699 per couple. Dates are Aug. 18-20 of 2019 and Sept. 29-Oct. 1 in 2019. Registration and info: www.lakejunaluska.com/marriage or 800.222.4930.
  • The Jackson County Department of Public Health is seeking input from the community: http://health.jacksonnc.org/surveys. Info: 587.8288.
  • Cashiers Area Chamber is seeking feedback to improve visitors’ experiences to the area. Take the survey at: tinyurl.com/y6w4uqyo.

⦁ Fontana Regional Library now offers anyone with a library card free access to eMagazines, for reading on any mobile device or computer. This new service joins our popular eBooks and digital audiobook`s selection — all available 24/7 from the library’s digital collection. To get started enjoying digital magazines as well as eBooks and audiobooks, visit e-inc.overdrive.com or download the Libby reading app. www.fontanalib.org.

 

 

Business & Education

  • College and Career Readiness at Haywood Community College will have an orientation on earning your High School Equivalency or Adult High School Diploma from 2-4 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12, in the Waynesville Library Auditorium. Registration required: 356.2507 or Kathleen.Olsen@haywoodcountync.gov.
  • Registration is underway for a workshop on organizational change entitled: “Pathways, Ideas and Tips for Effective Organizational Change” that will be offered by Western Carolina University’s Office of Professional Growth and Enrichment from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Monday, June 17, at WCU Biltmore Park in Asheville. Registration: $279 (includes catered lunch). Info and to register: pdp.wcu.edu or 227.7397.
  • Registration is underway for a Grant-Writing Certificate program that will be offered by Western Carolina University’s Office of Professional Growth and Enrichment. Program is from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on June 18-21 at WCU’s campus in Cullowhee. Designed for those new to grant writing, those currently working on a project while facing specific issues as well as successful practitioners in the field seeking specialized info and advanced insights. Registration: $449. pdp.wcu.edu or 227.7397.
  • Reservations are being accepted for a non-credit travel course that will take students to Valencia, Spain, from June 23-July 2. Price: $1,969 for single occupancy or $1,859 for double occupancy. Includes: three-star hotel, meals, transportation within Spain, admission to sites, a Spanish cooking class and all excursions. Price does not include airfare. 227.2769 or lfoxford@wcu.edu.
  • The Jackson County Public Library in Sylva will be starting a monthly documentary series called “DocuWednesday” at 4 p.m. on the last Wednesday of each month. The movies will be shown in the beautiful movie theater in the Community Room. At the end of each movie, the staff member who selected that documentary will lead a short discussion with the public. If you would like to know what movie will be showing each month, please email Benjamin Woody at bwoody@fontanalib.org to be placed on an email list. 586.2016. www.fontanalib.org.

⦁ Haywood Community College’s Workforce Continuing Education Department is offering a wide variety of courses. For a complete listing: www.haywood.edu. Info: 627.4669 or rgmassie@haywood.edu.

⦁ The African-American Business Association Workshop & Meetup is scheduled for 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. on the third Tuesday of every month at the Arthur R. Edington Education & Career Center in Asheville.

  • Evening classes for anyone wanting to obtain a high school equivalency diploma are offered from 5:30-8:30 p.m. on Mondays through Thursdays at Haywood Community College in Clyde. 627.4648.
  • The Western North Carolina Civil War Round Table meets at 7 p.m. on the second Monday of each month at the HF Robinson Auditorium at the Western Carolina University Campus in Cullowhee.
  • Concealed carry handgun is offered every other Saturday 8:30am-5pm starting at Mountain Range indoor shooting range. Lunch provided. Class $60. 452.7870 or mountainrangenc@yahoo.com.
  • Small business owners can find materials and services to support business growth at Fontana Regional Library’s locations in Macon, Jackson and Swain Counties. Computer classes and one-on-one assistance also available. 586.2016 or www.fontanalib.org.
  • A meeting of current and former employees of the Waynesville plant of Champion/Blue Ridge/Evergreen is held at 8 a.m. on the first Monday of each month at Bojangles near Lake Junaluska’s entrance.
  • One-on-one computer lessons are offered weekly at the Waynesville and Canton branches of the Haywood County Public Library. Lesson slots are available from 10 a.m.-noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays in Canton and from 3-5 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Waynesville Library. Sign up at the front desk of either library or call 356.2507 for the Waynesville Library or 648.2924 for the Canton Library.

 

 

Fundraisers and Benefits

  • Ticket reservations are being accepted for two fundraisers that will benefit the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society this summer: Bark, Beer & Barbeque on Thursday, June 20, at The Farm at Old Edwards; and Pawsitively Purrfect Part on Monday, Aug. 19, at Country Club of Sapphire Valley. Cost for each event: , $195 per person, $390 per couple or $1,800 for a table of 10. To request an alert once tickets are available, call 743.5769 or write shannon@CHhumanesociety.org.

 

Volunteers & Vendors

  • Signups are underway for vendors and demonstrators wanting to participate in the second annual Mountain Heritage Fest, which is from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday, July 13, at the Cruso Community Center. Vendor spaces: $10. Info and applications: www.crusonc.com/fest, 400.7323 or crusoquiltshow@gmail.com.
  • Feline Urgent Rescue is seeking volunteers and sponsors. Info: 422.2704, www.furofwnc.org, www.facebook.com/furofwnc or 844.888.CATS (2287).

⦁ Senior Companion volunteers are being sought to serve with the Land of the Sky Senior Companion Program in Henderson, Buncombe, Transylvania and Madison Counties. Serve older adults who want to remain living independently at home in those counties.

  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park is seeking volunteers to assist rangers with managing traffic and establishing safe wildlife viewing areas within the Cataloochee Valley area. To register for training or get more info: karl_danforth@nps.gov.
  • Haywood Regional Medical Center is seeking volunteers of all ages for ongoing support at the hospital, outpatient care center and the Homestead. For info and to apply: 452.8301, stop by the information desk in the lobby or volunteer@haymed.org. Anyone interested in becoming a hospice volunteer can call 452.5039.
  • STAR Rescue Ranch is seeking volunteers to help with horse care, fundraising events, barn maintenance and more at the only equine rescue in Haywood County. 828.400.4940.
  • Volunteer Opportunities are available throughout the region, call John at the Haywood Jackson Volunteer Center today and get started sharing your talents. 356-2833
    • Phone Assurance Volunteers are needed to make daily or weekly wellness check-in calls for the Haywood County Senior Resource Center. 356.2800.

 

 

Health Matters

  • Gentle Yoga for Cancer is offered from 1:30-2:30 p.m. on Fridays at the Haywood Breast Center in Waynesville. Info: MyHaywoodRegional.com/YogaforCancer or 452.8691.
  • On the third weekend of each month, Maggie Valley Wellness Center hosts donation-based acupuncture appointments. $35-55. 944.0288 or maggievalleywellness.com.
  • The Friends of the Haywood County Public Library will present “Reading Women’s Lives: Conversations from Fiction” featuring a discussion of “Nervous Conditions” by Tsitsi Dangarembga from 4-6 p.m. on June 13 at the Waynesville branch of the Haywood County Public Library. Book is available at the library. Discussion will be led by Dr. Peg Downes.
  • Mountain Audiology will host its Lunch with the Doctor’s event on Friday, June 14, at its Clyde Office and on Thursday, June 27, at the Franklin Office. Lunch from local restaurant provided. Register: 627.1950.
  • Maggie Valley Wellness will host a solstice gathering from 6-8 p.m. on June 20. Attendees receive an aromatherapy foot soak plus massage, five-point calming acupuncture treatment. Cost: $40. RSVP by June 14. 944.0288.
  • The International Essential Tremor Foundation’s regional support group for Jackson, Macon, Swain and Haywood Counties meets at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19, at the Jackson County Senior Center, room 135. Info: 736.3165 or teddyk1942@gmail.com.
  • Maggie Valley Wellness will host an essential oils informative session from 6-7:30 p.m. on June 27. RSVP by June 21. 944.0288.
  • Mountain Audiology will offer hearing screenings through June 14 at its Clyde Office and from June 24-28 at the Franklin Office. Appointment: 627.1950.
  • “Your Amazing Newborn” class will be offered from 7-9 p.m. on July 11, Sept. 5 and Nov. 7 at Haywood Regional Medical Center in Waynesville. Focusing on abilities, behavior, appearance and reflexes of your new baby. Pre-registration required: MyHaywoodRegional.com/ParentClasses or 452.8440.
  • “Breastfeeding A-Z” class will be offered from 7-9 p.m. on July 18, Sept. 12 and Nov. 14 at Haywood Regional Medical Center in Waynesville. Focusing on techniques for proper latching and comfortable positions for a baby and mom to get started. Pre-registration required: MyHaywoodRegional.com/ParentClasses or 452.8440.
  • A “Preparation for Childbirth” class will be offered from 7-9 p.m. on Thursdays from Aug. 8-29 and Oct. 3-24 at Haywood Regional Medical Center in Waynesville. Pre-registration required: MyHaywoodRegional.com/ParentClasses or 452.8440.
  • Registration is open for the 2019 Walk to End Alzheimer’s, which is Sept. 21 at Pack Square Park in Asheville. http://act.alz.org/Asheville or 800.272.3900.
  • “Nourishing You” – an introductory “Yoga for Cancer” class, is offered from 1:30-2:30 p.m. on Fridays at the Haywood Breast Center in Waynesville. Taught by Kim Mulholland, Mindful Yoga for Cancer Duke Integrative Medicine Trainer. Info: 452.8691 or MyHaywoodRegional.com/YogaforCancer.
  • A Community Acupuncture Clinic is held on the third weekend of each month at 461 Moody Farm Road in Maggie Valley. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday and 1-4 p.m. on Sunday. Sliding scale cost is $35-$55. Offered by Barbara Dennis, a Licensed Acupuncturist and Registered Nurse.
  • Jackson County Department of Public Health is offering diabetes self-management education as well as medical nutrition therapy. Info: 587.8240 or http://health.jacksonnc.org/wic.
  • The Haywood County Senior Resource Center holds a dementia caregivers support group from 4:30-6 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday each month in Waynesville. 356.2800 or www.haywoodseniors.org.
  • “Riding the Waves of Cancer” meets from 2:30-4 p.m. on Thursdays at the Haywood Regional Health & Fitness Center. Physician referral from an oncologist or cancer doctor is required: Myhaywoodregional.com/yogaforcancer. 452.8691.
  • Codependents Anonymous (CoDA) meets at 5:30 p.m. on Fridays at the Friendship House on Academy Street, behind and adjoining the First United Methodist Church of Waynesville. Group of persons desiring healthy and fulfilling relationships. 775.2782 or www.coda.org.
  • The American Red Cross has an urgent need for blood donors due to an emergency shortage. To schedule an appointment or donate, use the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 800.RED.CROSS (800.733.2767).
  • The Jackson County Senior Center will offer a Caregiver Education Class at 10 a.m. on the third Monday of every month in the Board Room of the Department of Aging in Sylva. 586.5494.
  • The Haywood County Dementia Caregivers’ Support Group has change the location of its meetings. The group will meet at the Haywood Senior Resource Center (81 Elmwood Way, Waynesville).  The meetings are scheduled from 4:30 PM until 6:00 PM on the fourth Tuesday. 926.0018.
  • Community First Aid and CPR classes are offered from 6-10 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at Haywood Community College in Clyde. Info: 564.5133 or HCC-CPRraining@haywood.edu.

⦁ A support group for persons with Multiple Sclerosis as well as family, friends and caregivers meets at 6:45 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month in the conference room of the Jackson county Public Library in Sylva. 293.2503.

  • Nutrition counseling and diabetes education are offered through Macon County Public Health in Franklin. 349.2455.
  • Western Carolina University’s student-run, Mountain Area Pro Bono Physical Therapy Clinic will be open from 6-8:30 p.m. on Wednesdays of each month. 227.3527.

⦁ National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) holds a support group for family, friends, and those dealing with mental illness on the 1st Thursday of each month in the 2nd floor classroom at Haywood Regional Medical Center at 6:30 p.m.

  • HIV and syphilis testing will is offered during normal business hours at Jackson County Health Department.
  • A support group for anyone with MS, family & friends meets monthly at 6:45 p.m. on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the conference room of Jackson Co. Library in Sylva. No Fee, sponsored by National MS Society. Local contact: Gordon Gaebel 828-293-2503.
  • “Laughing Balsam Sangha,” a meeting for Mindfullness in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh, meets will meet from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Mondays at 318 Skyland Drive in Sylva. Included are sitting and walking meditation, and Dharma discussion. Free admission. 335.8210, and “Like” them on Facebook.
  • A “Walk With A Doc” program is scheduled for 10 a.m. each Saturday at the Lake Junaluska Kern Center or Canton Rec Park. MyHaywoodRegional.com/WalkwithaDoc.

 

  • Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families (ACA) meets at noon on Saturdays at the First United Methodist Church Outreach Center at 171 Main St. in Franklin. 407.758.6433 or adultchildren.org.
  • The Haywood County Health & Human Services Public Health Services Division is offering a Night Clinic from 4-6:30 p.m. on the third Monday of every month in Waynesville. Services include family planning, immunizations, pregnancy testing, STD testing and treatment. Appointments: 452.6675.
  • The Jackson County Department of Public Health will offer a general clinic from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. 587.8225.
  • A Food Addicts Anonymous Twelve-Step fellowship group meets at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays at Grace Church in the Mountains in Waynesville. www.foodaddictsanonymous.org.
  • Big Brother/Big Sister, a one-evening preparation class for children who are about to greet a new baby into their family, is offered for children ages 3-10 at Haywood Regional Medical Center. 452.8440 or MyHaywoodRegional.com/ParentClasses.
  • Mothers Connection, an ongoing social gathering for mothers and their babies, meets from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Thursdays excluding holidays at Haywood Regional Medical Center. 452.8440 or MyHaywoodRegional.com/ParentClasses.
  • A support group meeting for those with Parkinsons Disease and their caregivers will be held at 2 p.m. on the last Wednesday of the month at the Haywood County Senior Resource Center in Waynesville. 356.2800.
  • Dogwood Insight Center presents health talks at 6:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month.
  • Free childbirth and breastfeeding classes are available at Harris Regional Hospital in Sylva. Classes are offered bimonthly on an ongoing basis. Register or get more info: 586.7907.
  • Angel Medical Center’s diabetes support group meets at 4 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month in the AMC dining room. 369.4166.
  • A free weekly grief support group is open to the public from 12:30-2 p.m. on Thursdays at SECU Hospice House in Franklin. Hosted by Four Seasons Compassion for Life Bereavement Team. 692.6178 or mlee@fourseasonscfl.org.
  • A monthly grief processing support group will meet from 4-5:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month at the Homestead Hospice and Palliative Care in Clyde. 452.5039.
  • A free, weekly grief support group will meet from 12:30-2 p.m. on Thursdays at the SECU Hospice House in Franklin. 692.6178 or mlee@fourseasonscfl.org.
  • “ECA on the Move!” – a walking program organized by Jackson County Extension and Community Association – meets from 9-10 a.m. on Mondays through Thursdays. It’s an effort to meet the American Heart Association’s recommendation of 10,000 steps per day. 586.4009.
  • A Tuesday Meditation Group meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Franklin.

 

 

 

Recreation and Fitness

 
  • An hour yoga class is offered at 9 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Maggie Valley Wellness Center. $15 for a single class, or $55 for a package of four classes. 944.0288 or maggievalleywellness.com.
  • Buti, Hoops + Bubbles will be offered through the Waynesville Yoga Center from 6-7:30 p.m. on Friday, June 14, at Folkmoot Friendship Center in Waynesville. $20. Register: 246.6570 or WaynesvilleYogaCenter.com.
  • Waynesville Yoga Center will offer Disco Buti + Bubbles from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Friday, June 21. Cost: $14. Info and reservations: 246.6570 or WaynevilleYogaCenter.com.
  • Waynesville Yoga Center will offer “Present Moment Awareness: What’s the Big Deal” from 1:30-3:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 22. Info and reservations: 246.6570 or WaynesvilleYogaCenter.com.
  • Waynesville Yoga Center will offer Buti Yoga from noon-1 p.m. on Saturday, June 29. Soulful blend of yoga, cardio-intense movement, tribal dance and deep abdominal toning. Cost: $14. For info and to register: 246.6570 or WaynesvilleYogaCenter.com.
  • Waynesville Yoga Center will offer “Groove on OM!” for women only from 2-3:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 29. Dancing fun with no pressures, expectations or judgment. Cost: $20. For info and to register: 246.6570 or WaynesvilleYogaCenter.com.
  • A program entitled “Learn to Meditate the Easy Way” will be offered from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 30, at Waynesville Yoga Center. Cost: $14. Info and reservations: 246.6570 or WaynesvilleYogaCenter.com.
  • Throughout June, Dance Tonight Haywood offers weekly evening classes on Argentine Tango (Mondays), Salsa (Tuesdays), Swing (Wednesdays) and Blues (Thursday) at 61 ½ Main Street in Canton. For times and to RSVP, text your name and email to 316.1344.
  • Tai Chi & QiGong classes are being offered at 7 p.m. on Mondays at Angie’s Dance Academy in Clyde. 450.3741 or paul@pcasper.net.
  • A Tai Chi for Arthritis, Level 1, class is being offered at 11:30 p.m. on Thursdays at Angie’s Dance Academy in Clyde. 450.3741 or paul@pcasper.net.
  • A Tai Chi for Arthritis, Level 2, class is being offered at 12:30 p.m. on Thursdays at Angie’s Dance Academy in Clyde. 450.3741 or paul@pcasper.net.
  • Tai Chi for Beginners is offered at 1:30 p.m. on Thursdays at Angie’s Dance Academy in Clyde. 450.3741 or paul@pcasper.net.
  • The Waynesville Parks and Recreation Department is now offering pickleball on four indoor courts from 7 a.m.-2 p.m. on Mondays through Fridays, at the Waynesville Recreation Center. Equipment provided; free for members or daily admission for nonmembers. 456.2030 or dhummel@waynesvillenc.gov.
  • ZUMBA! Class with Monica Green, are offered from 6-7 p.m. on Monday & Wednesday, at the Canton Armory. $5 per class. 648.2363 or parks@cantonnc.com.
  • ZUMBA is offered at First United Methodist Church in Waynesville on Thursdays at 6 p.m. with Patti Burke. Check Facebook page Patti Burke Zumba Students for additional information such as holiday or weather related cancelations. $5 per class.
  • There will be several ballroom and Latin dance classes offered on Sundays and Mondays at Frog Level Brewing in Waynesville. Classes for beginners, intermediate and all levels. $10 per class. For more information, click on www.froglevelbrewing.com.
  • Flow + Center Yoga is offered from 9-9:55 a.m. on Wednesdays at Maggie Valley Wellness Center. 944.0288 or maggievalleywellness.com.
  • Gentle Vin Yin Yoga is offered from 9-9:55 a.m. on Fridays through November at Maggie Valley Wellness Center. 944.0288 or maggievalleywellness.com.
  • The Safekids USA/Blue Dragon Taekwondo School is offering self-defense classes from 9-10 a.m. on Saturdays. $5 per class. For females 14-older. Classes are at 93 Jones Cove Road in Clyde.
  • Karaoke is happening at 8 p.m. on Saturdays at Harmon’s Den Bistro at HART Theatre in Waynesville.

⦁ The Maggie Valley Wellness Center is offering two yoga classes from 9-9:55 a.m. on Wednesdays through March: Gentle Flow with Candra and Gentle Vin Yin with Jamie. 944.0288 or maggievalleywellness.com.

  • A wide variety of yoga classes are offered daily through the Waynesville Yoga Center. For updated, current listings, visit: http://waynesvilleyogacenter.com/class-schedule.
  • Pickleball, a cross between tennis, badminton and ping-pong, will be offered from 9 a.m.-noon on Mondays and Wednesdays at the Old Hazelwood Gym in Waynesville. $3 per visit, or $20 for a 10-visit card. 452.6789 or iansmith@haywoodcountync.gov.
  • Yoga classes designed specifically for those who have experienced trauma are being offered at the Fitness Connection in Waynesville. www.sonshineyoga.com.
  • Tai chi is offered from 10:45-11:45 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday at Haywood Regional Health and Fitness Center. It’s also offered from 1-2 p.m. on Thursdays. Taught by Bill Muerdter. For info about the classes or HRHFC memberships and offerings, call 452.8080 or visit MyHaywoodRegional.com/Fitness.
  • Ultimate Frisbee games are held from 5:30-8 p.m. on Mondays at the Cullowhee Recreation Park. Organized by Jackson County Parks & Recreation. Pick-up style. 293.2053 or www.rec.jacksonnc.org.
  • Pickleball is from 1-3 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday nights at First Methodist Church in Sylva. $1 each time you play; equipment provided. 293.3053.
  • The Canton Armory is open to the public for walking from 7:45-9 a.m. on Monday through Friday unless the facility is booked till spring. 648.2363. parks@cantonnc.com.

 

Spiritual

  • LIFE Church of Waynesville is offering a special service for Father’s Day at 10:30 a.m. on June 16. Testimonies of men from Teen Challenge of the Smokies from Franklin. Cookout after service at Dutch Fischer Park in Hazelwood; cornhole, games, wild game tasting, archery demonstrations.
  • Registration is underway for Lake Junaluska’s Summer Youth Events, which run from June 15-July 14. Morning and evening sessions with worship, guest preachers and workshops for sixth-through-12th graders. www.lakejunaluska.com/summeryouth or 800.222.4930.
  • An evening of food and laughter with comedian, author and minister Joe Philips is set for 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 22, at LIFE Church of Waynesville. $15 for the meal. Waynesvillelife@yahoo.com or 452.9235.
  • Lake Junaluska will host a Summer Worship Series at 10:45 a.m. on June 16, 23, 30; July 7, 14, 21, 28 and Aug. 4. Spirited services led by internationally known preachers in Stuart Auditorium. This year’s theme is “Psalms for Our Time.”
  • Registration is underway for Music & Worship Arts Week, which is from June 23-28 at Lake Junaluska. Multi-generational educational event including arts, praise and renewal. For ministry leaders or those who want to sing, dance or act all week. Musicartsweek2019.wordpress.com.
  • Registration is underway for Native American Summer Conference, which is June 28-30, at Lake Junaluska. Speakers, Bible study and workshops. Lakejunaluska.com/sejanam or 800.222.4930.
  • Registration is underway for Guided Personal Retreats, on July 22-24, Sept. 16-18 and Oct. 21-23 at Lake Junaluska. Lakejunaluska.com/retreats or 800.222.4930.

 

Political

  • Swain County Democratic Party Meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 18, at the United Community Bank, 145 Slope Street in Bryson City. Guest Speaker is Steve Woodsmall, who is seeking Democratic nomination for U.S. House in the 11th Congressional District. Info: 497.9498.

⦁ Down Home Haywood holds its monthly community meetings at 2:30 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month at Canton Presbyterian Church. Tackling issues like healthcare, wages, housing and more. chelsea@downhomenc.org.

 

 

Authors and Books

⦁ Asheville author Michael Havelin will officially launch his latest book in the Ben Bones series, Ben Bones & the Uncivil War, at 3 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at City Lights Bookstore in Sylva. Havelin runs www.wncmysterians.org, a critique group for mystery/thriller authors. He will read a few select passages from his novel, answer questions from attendees, and sign books. To order copies of Ben Bones & the Uncivil War, call City Lights Bookstore at 586.9499.

⦁ The North Carolina Writers’ Network-West will sponsor The Literary Hour at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month. at the Keith House on the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown. This reading is free of charge and open to the public.

  • Canton Book Club meets at 3:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month, at the Canton Library. 648.2924.
  • Cookin’ the Books will be held at noon on the last Wednesday of the month at the Waynesville Public Library. A book club focused on cookbooks. All members choose a recipe from the book and bring it to share. The group will discuss the good and bad aspects of the chosen cookbook. 356.2507.
  • Waynesville Book Club at 5:30 p.m. on the first Monday of each month at Waynesville Library Meet to discuss books, which are chosen by each member (taking turns) and provided by the library. New members are welcome. For more information, 356.2507.

 

 

Senior activities

  • Senior Tennis Time is from 9 a.m.-noon every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through Oct. 30 at the Donnie Pankiw Tennis Center at 128 W. Marshall Street in Waynesville. For ages 55-up; intermediate or higher skill level. $1 per person per day. 456.2030 or dhummel@waynesvillenc.gov.
  • The Mexican Train Dominoes Group seeks new players to join games at 1 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Haywood County Senior Resource Center in Waynesville. 356.2800.
  • Book Club is held at 2 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month at the Haywood County Senior Resource Center in Waynesville. 356.2800
  • A Hand & Foot card game is held at 1 p.m. on Thursdays at Haywood County Senior Resource Center in Waynesville. 356.2800.
  • Senior Sale Day is on the third Friday of every month at the Friends of the Library Used Bookstore. Patrons 60 and older get 20 percent off all purchases. Proceeds benefit the Sylva Library.
  • Pinochle game is played at 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Haywood County Senior Resource Center in Waynesville. 356.2800.
  • Mah Jongg is played at 1 p.m. on Wednesdays at Haywood County Senior Resource Center in Waynesville. 356.2800.
  • A Canasta card game is set for 1 p.m. on Mondays at the Haywood County Senior Resource Center in Waynesville. 356.2800.
  • A Parkinson’s Support Group is held at 2 p.m. on the last Wednesdays of each month at the Haywood County Senior Resource Center in Waynesville. 356.2800.

 

 

Kids & Families

 

  • Base Camp on the Go, a series of outdoor and environmental education activities, will be offered at a variety of locations this summer, through the first week in August: 5:30-8:30 p.m. on Mondays at Waynesville Recreation Center; 2 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Canton Town Park; 2 p.m. on Wednesdays at Fines Creek and 10 a.m.-noon on Fridays at Waynesville Recreation Center. cmiller@waynesville.gov.

⦁ Mad Batter Food & Film in Sylva will host a video game night on Wednesday’s this summer from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Play Smash Bros. & Mario Cart on the big screen. Free. 586.3555.

  • Woodsy Owl’s Curiosity Club will be offered for ages 4-7 from 10:30 a.m.-noon on Wednesdays and Thursdays, through Aug. 8, at the Cradle of Forestry in America near Brevard. Learning, outdoor activities and crafts. $5 for kids and $3 for accompanying adults. Info and register: 877.3130.
  • The Junior Forester Program will be offered to ages 8-12 from 10:30 a.m.-noon on Thursdays, through Aug. 8, at the Cradle of Forestry in America near Brevard. Learning, outdoor activities and crafts. $5 for kids and $3 for accompanying adults. Info and register: 877.3130.
  • Nature Nuts: Frogs and Toads will be offered to ages 4-7 from 9-11 a.m. on June 17 at the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education in Brevard. Registration required: https://tinyurl.com/yb28fpz8.
  • Eco Explorers: Canids will be offered to ages 8-13 from 1-3 p.m. on June 17 at the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education in Brevard. Registration required: https://tinyurl.com/yb28fpz8.
  • Intro to Fly-Fishing will be offered to ages 12-up from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on June 18 and 25 at the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education in Brevard. Registration required: https://tinyurl.com/yb28fpz8.
  • Kids’ Primitive Outdoor Skills will be taught to ages 10-15 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on June 19 at the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education in Brevard. Registration required: https://tinyurl.com/yb28fpz8.
  • Registration is underway for summer youth swim programs that will be offered in June and July at Reid Gym on Western Carolina University’s campus in Cullowhee. Led by retired WCU professor Mike Creason. Info: swim.wcu.edu, 227.7397 or 293.5364.
  • Registration is now open for a new PGA Junior League golf team forming at Lake Junaluska Golf Course for ages 17-under. Season runs from through July 31. Registration fee: $190. Includes team practice sessions, matches, merchandise. Register: pgajrleague.com/sign-up. Info: www.lakejunaluska.com/golf, 456.5777 or ctcarswell@lakejunaluska.com.

Summer Camps

  • Waynesville Art School will offer three youth camps this summer at 303 N. Haywood Street. Kinder Artists camps are for ages 5-6 and will be offered from 10-11 a.m. on June 17-20, July 15-18, and Aug. 5-8. Cost: $45 for four-day session or $15 for single-day camp enrollment. Art Sparklers camps are for ages 7-9 and are offered from 10 a.m.12:30 p.m. on June 24-June 27 and July 22-25. Cost is $110 for four days or $35 for single-day enrollment. Shining Minds Camps are for ages 10-13 and are offered from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on July 8-11 and July 29-Aug. 1. Cost is $110 for four days or $35 for single-day enrollment. 246.9869 or www.WaynesvilleArtSchool.com/programs-1.
  • Discovery Camp with weekly camps are available through Aug. 16 at the N.C. Arboretum in Asheville. Open to pre-K through rising eighth graders. Register: www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/discovery-camp.
  • Registration is underway for a pair of two residential camp programs scheduled for this summer at Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute in Rosman: Astro Camp, for ages 11-14, from Aug. 4-9; and Camp Above and Beyond, for grades 9-12, from June 16-28. For info, scholarship opportunities and to register: www.pari.edu or 862.5554.
  • Registration is underway for a summer volleyball camp that will be offered to rising third-through-12th graders from 9 a.m.-noon on June 17-20 at the Waynesville Recreation Center. Cost: $85 before June 1 or $100 after. Register or get more info: amymull@bellsouth.net.
  • Western Carolina University’s forensic anthropology program is accepting high school students for a summer day camp course that will run from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on June 17-21 in Cullowhee. Title: “Tales for the Dead: An Introduction to Forensic Anthropology. Registration fee: $299. For info or to register: bones.wcu.edu or 227.7397.
  • Registration is underway for the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society’s Critter Camp, which is offered from June 17-21, July 15-19 and Aug. 5-9. Camp hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fun, immersive experiences with animals at no-kill shelter for rising first-graders through sixth-graders. $300 per child for each week. 743.5752 or info@CHhumanesociety.org.
  • Professional skateboarder Jared Lee will lead a summertime “Big Brother Boards Skate Camp” from 9-11 a.m. on the following Saturdays: June 22 and 29, July 13 and 20 and Aug. 3. First session is $30 and includes a camp t-shirt; additional sessions cost $25 each. Info: bigbrotherboardscamp@gmail.com or 400.1252. Register: www.eventbrite.com.
  • Registration is underway for two basketball shooting and dribbling camps that will be offered from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on June 24-27 and July 15-18 at the Waynesville Recreation Center. Led by former Appalachian State University coach Kevin Cantwell. Cost: $150 per person; deposit of $25 required. Register or get info: 456.2030 or academy7@live.com.
  • Registration is underway for a pair of summertime nature/science camps offered by Western Carolina University for rising sixth-ninth graders. Nature Exploration Camp is from June 24-28; explore the natural world through field trips and activities in the region. Cost $279 (lunch provided). Science Laboratory Camp is from July 8-12 and explores laboratory science through activities and experiments in biology, chemistry, geosciences and more. Cost: $199 (lunch provided). Info: camps.wcu.edu or 227.7397.
  • Smoky Mountain Sk8way is enrolling participants for its Summer Camp, which is for ages 6-14 years old. Games, art and crafts, learning and group activities. $35 a day or $150 per week. Nine weeks. For info or to enroll: www.smokymountainsk8way.com or 246.9124.
  • Registration is underway for the Junior Appalachian Musicians Camp, preserving and perpetuating bluegrass, old-time, mountain and string music. Camp is from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on July 15-19 at the First United Methodist Church in Waynesville. Cost: $95. Sign up: www.haywoodarts.org or www.facebook.com/haywoodarts.
  • Registration is underway for the Haywood County Sheriff’s Office’s “Sheriff’s Summer Camp,” which is for ages 10-13 and will be held from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on July 8-12. Activities, field trips and opportunities to get to know deputies. A Facebook live video drawing determines which 20 campers are selected. 356.2880.
  • Registration is underway for #campgirlboss, which is from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on July 15-19, at Macon Middle School, 1345 Wells Grove Road in Franklin. For middle school girls, ages 11-13. Learn how to formulate a business plan and develop self-confidence and empowerment. CampGirlBoss.com.

Ongoing kids activities and clubs

  • A Lego club will meet at 4 p.m. every fourth Thursday of the month, at Marianna Black Library in Bryson City. Library provides Legos and Duplos for ages 3 and up. Free. 488.3030.
  • A “Youth Art Class” will be held from 10:30 a.m. to noon every Saturday at the Appalachian Art Farm on 22 Morris Street in Sylva. All ages welcome. $10 includes instruction, materials and snack. For more information, email appalachianartfarm@gmail.com or find them on Facebook.
  • The Canton Library offers a STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, mathematics) program each month.  At 4 p.m. on third Tuesday. Children ages 6-12 are welcome to attend. Please call 648-2924 for more information.
  • “Art Beats for Kids” will be held from 4 to 5 p.m. on Thursdays at the Charles Heath Gallery in Bryson City. A new project every week. $20 per child, with includes lesson, materials and snack. To register, call 828.538.2054.
  • A program called “Imagine,” an art program for children 8-12 meets at 2 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Jackson County Public Library. Program contains art, writing, and drama. 586.2016.
  • Rompin’ Stompin’, an hourlong storytime with music, movement and books, is held at 11 a.m. on Fridays at the Canton Library. For ages zero to six. 648.2924.
  • Crafternoons are at 2:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month at Hudson Library in Highlands.
  • Library Olympics will be held at 2 p.m. on Fridays at Jackson County Public Library. Children age 5 and up get active through relay races, bingo, mini golf. 586.2016.
  • Family Story Time is held on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. at the Canton Public Library. Ages 0-6. Stories, songs, dance and crafting. 648.2924.
  • Storytimes are held at 10 and 10:40 a.m. every Thursday at Hudson Library in Highlands.
  • After-School Art Adventure will be on from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. on Tuesdays at The Bascom in Highlands. For ages 5 to 10, Art Adventure is a class that explores the creative process of drawing, painting, printmaking, clay, sculpture, fiber art, and crafts by utilizing a variety of media. The students will investigate some of the most popular techniques and theories in art history and will be exposed to contemporary as well as folk art traditions. Tuition is $40 for a four-class package. www.thebascom.org.
  • Wednesdays in the Stacks, “WITS”, a new program for children in grades 3-6, on the third Wednesdays of the month from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Macon County Library. WITS will include lots of fun games, prizes, and hands-on activities.  This club replaces book club previous held on the third Thursdays of the month. 526.3600.
  • Fun Friday, everything science, is held at 4 p.m. on Fridays at Jackson County Public Library. 586.2016.
  • Teen Coffeehouse is at 4:30 p.m. on the first, third, and fourth Tuesday at Jackson County Public Library. Spend time with other teens talking and sharing. 12 and up. 586.2016.
  • Rock and Read is at 11 a.m. on Tuesdays at Jackson County Public Library. 586-2016.
  • WNC Martial Arts will hold karate classes from 6-7:30 p.m. onTuesdays, Thursdays and Fridaysat the Old Armory in Waynesville. For more info, contact Margaret Williams at 301.0649 or mvwilliams39@gmail.com.
  • Michael’s Kids Club will be held for ages 3-and-up from 10 a.m.-noon on Saturdays at Michael’s in Waynesville. $2 per child for 30 minutes of creative crafts. 452.7680.
  • A Lowe’s Build and Grow session for ages 3-and-up is scheduled from 10-11 a.m. on Saturdays at the Sylva (586.1170) and Waynesville (456.9999) Lowe’s stores. Free.
  • Art classes are available for kids 10 and older from 4:15-5:30 p.m. on Wednesdays at the Bascom in Highlands. $15 per class. 787.2865 or www.thebascom.org.
  • Art Adventure classes are taught for ages 5-10 from 3:30-4:45 p.m. on Wednesdays at the Bascom in Highlands. Theme: metal. Instructor: Bonnie Abbott. $20 per month. 787.2865.
  • Free, weekly, after-school enrichment classes are offered by the Bascom and MCAA from 3-5 p.m. on Thursdays at Macon Middle School through a grant from the Jim McRae Endowment for the Visual Arts. To register, contact Bonnie Abbott at 743.0200.
  • A community breastfeeding information and support group meets from 10:30 am.-noon on the first Saturday of each month in the main lobby of the Smoky Mountain OB/GYN Office in Sylva. Free; refreshments provided. For information, contact Brandi Nations (770.519.2903), Stephanie Faulkner (506.1185 or www.birthnaturalwnc), or Teresa Bryant (587-8223).
  • Science Club is held at 3:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of each month for grades K-6 at the Macon County Public Library. 524.3600.
  • Macon County 4-H Needlers club, a group of youth learning the art and expression of knitting and crochet crafts, meets on the second Tuesday of each month. For information, call 349.2046.
  • A Franklin Kids’ Creation Station is held from 10 a.m.-noon on Saturdays at uptown Gallery in Franklin. Snacks provided. $20 tuition. 743.0200.
  • SafeKids USA Blue Dragon Tae Kwon Do School offers defense training with after-school classes Monday through Friday and Saturday mornings. 627.3949 or www.bluedragontkd.net.
  • A Lego Club meets on the third Tuesday of each month from 3:30-5 p.m. at Waynesville Library. 452.5169.
  • A Lego Club meets the fourth Thursday of the month at 4 p.m.- 5:30 p.m. at the Macon County Public Library. 526.3600.
  • A Lego Club meets the fourth Thursday of the month at 4:30 p.m. at Jackson County Public Library. 586-2016.
  • A Lego Club meet the second Wednesday of the month at 5 p.m. at Cashiers Community Library. 743.0215.
  • Teen time 3:30-4:30 p.m. Thursdays at Waynesville Library. A program for teens and tweens held each week. Each week is different, snacks provided. 356.2511.
  • The American Girls Club meets at City Lights Bookstore in Sylva. The club meets one Saturday a month, call for details. Club is based on a book series about historical women. Club members read and do activities. Free. 586.9499. 
  • Crazy 8 Math Adventure Club on Tuesdays 3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. for grades K-2 at the Macon County Public Library. 524.3600.
  • Culture Club on the second Wednesday of the month, 1 to 2 p.m. for K-6 graders. Guest speakers, books, photos, crafts and food from different countries and cultures. Macon County Public Library. 524.3600.
  • Children’s craft time, fourth Wednesday, 3:45 p.m. at Cashiers Community Library. 743.0215
  • The Wee Naturalist program, which is for children ages 2-5 (with a parent or guardian), is held from 10-11:30 a.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays at the North Carolina Arboretum. Age-appropriate activities such as nature walks, garden exploration, stories, crafts and visits from classroom animals $7 cost per child; $3 more for each additional child in a family. Register at: www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/youth-family-programs/wee-naturalist

 

 

 

Kids films

⦁ “The Secret Life of Pets 2”, will be shown at 7 p.m. on June 12-20, 1 p.m. June 12, 17 & 19, 9 p.m. on June 14-15, 10 a.m. on June 14-15, and 1 p.m. & 4 p.m. on June 15-16 at The Strand in downtown Waynesville. Visit www.38main.com for pricing & tickets. 283.0079.

⦁ “Captain Marvel”, will be shown at 6:30 p.m. on June 14 and 7 p.m. on June 15 at Mad Batter Food & Film in Sylva. Free. 586.3555.

  • The Highlands Biological Foundation will offer a series of nature-themed films and documentaries shown at 6:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursday of March in Highlands. For info on each show, call 526.2221.
  • A family movie will be shown at 10:30 a.m. every Friday at Hudson Library in Highlands.

 

 

Kids Story Times 

HAYWOOD

  • Mother Goose Time, a story time for babies and toddlers (5 months to 2 years) and their parents/caregivers, is held at 11 a.m. on Tuesdays at the Waynesville Library. 452.5169
  • Family Story Time, 11 a.m. Wednesdays at the Waynesville Public Library. Stories, songs, crafts. 452.5169.
  • Movers and Shakers story time is at 11 a.m. every Thursday at the Waynesville Library. For all ages. Movement, books, songs and more. 452.5169.
  • Family storytime with crafts, second Saturday of the month at 10:30 a.m. at the Waynesville library. 452-5169.
  • Family story time for ages zero to six years old is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. each Tuesday at the Canton Library. 648.2924.

 

JACKSON

  • Baby Storytime is at 11 a.m. on Thursdays at the Jackson County Public Library. Songs, fingerplays and stories for infants through toddlers. 586.2016
  • Kid’s story time Saturdays, 11 a.m., all ages at City Lights in Sylva 586.9449.
  • Kids story time, Fridays 11 a.m., Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. at Jackson County Public Library. Story time includes books, puppets, finger plays, songs and crafts. 586.2016.
  • Pre-school story time, second Wednesday, 11 a.m. at Cashiers Community Library. 743.0215.
  • Rock and Read storytime, 11 a.m. on Tuesdays at the Jackson County Public Library. 586.2016

 

SWAIN

  • Preschool Story time, Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., Marianna Black Library. After a book or two is read, the children participate in games, songs, finger plays, puppet play and make a craft to take home. 488.3030.

 

MACON

  • Paws 4 Reading, a family story time, will be held from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. second Thursday of the month at Macon County Public Library. Children can read to a therapy dog. (grades K-6). 524.3600. 
  • Toddlers Rock, Mondays, 10 a.m., Macon Public Library. Music, movement and instruments (Designed for children 0-24 months, but all ages are welcome).
  • Family Story Time is held at 10 a.m. on Tuesdays at the Macon County Public Library in Franklin. 524.3600. 
  • Family Story Time for ages 0 to 7 years is held at 10 a.m. on Thursdays at the Macon County Public Library in Franklin. 524.3600. 
  • Paws 4 Reading, a family story time, will be held from 3:30-5:30 p.m. every Tuesday at Hudson Library in Highlands. Children (grades K-6) practice early reading skills by reading to a canine companion. Info: www.fontanalib.org, www.readingpaws.org or 526.3031. 

 

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Special Events & Festivals

 

  • The Cherokee Summer Carnival returns from June 9-15 at the Cherokee Fairgrounds. Amusement rides, games of skill, carnival foods. Discount coupons available at Cherokee convenience stores, fast food restaurants and welcome centers. 843.385.5180.
  • The Taste of Scotland and Celtic Festival is Thursday through Sunday, June 13-16, in Franklin. The Gathering (formerly Clan Dinner) is 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, in Tartan Hall, First Presbyterian Church; Dance, food, music and movie from 5:30-10 on Friday; Opening ceremony at 10 a.m. followed by vendors, food, souvenirs and entertainment on Saturday; Kirkin O’ the Tartans ceremony at 10 a.m. on Sunday.
  • The Front Street Arts & Crafts Show is from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, June 15, in Dillsboro. More than 50 vendors, music, dance and more. 506.8331 or brendaanders@frontier.com.
  • The annual Women’s Work Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at the Mountain Farm Museum in Cherokee. During the event, you will learn about the vital role women played in creating and maintaining a mountain home. Walk the grounds of the mountain farm and watch demonstrations of open hearth cooking, spinning or sewing, corn shuck doll making, and more. Free and open to the public. www.greatsmokies.com.
  • The inaugural Blue Ridge Heritage Weekend will be held June 22-23 on the Shelton Campus at 49 Shelton Street in Waynesville. On June 22, events will include a craft fair, crafter demonstrations, vendors, a quilt exhibit, open house museum, food, drink and lots of fun activities. On June 23, there will be a special event at the HART with live bluegrass music, while outside there will be traditional mountain dancing hosted by Joe Sam Queen. Free and open to the public. www.sheltonhouse.org or 452.1551.
  • Tickets are on sale now for “Thunder in the Smokies” motorcycle rally, which is June 29-July 1 in Maggie Valley. Vendors, Blue Ridge Parkway Tour Ride, bike show, games and more. Handlebarcorral.com.
  • The 2019 “Art After Dark” season will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. the first Friday of the month in downtown Waynesville. Main Street transforms into an evening of art, music, finger foods, beverages and shopping as artisan studios and galleries keep their doors open later for local residents and visitors. www.waynesvillegalleryassociation.com.

 

 

Fourth of July Celebrations

 

  • Lake Junaluska will host Independence Day Celebrations from July 3-7. Concerts by Balsam Range (7:30 p.m. on July 6) and the Lake Junaluska Singers (7:30 p.m. on July 4) and a show by Imagine Circus (7:30 pm. On July 5). Also: A parade (11 a.m. on July 4), a picnic (noon-2 p.m.), and fireworks (approximately 9:30 p.m. on July 4).
  • Bosu’s Wine Shop will offer Lunch with Us on July 3-6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eclectic lunch experience made with fresh seasonal ingredients. Outdoor seating available. Reservations are welcome. 452.0120.

Food & Drink

  • Bosu’s is hosting a Father’s Day Seated Beer Tasting on Saturday June 15 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Guest will enjoy sampling six craft brews and a serving of Chef Bryan’s signature tasting menu. This is a ticketed event, call 4252.0120 to reserve tickets. $30 per person.
  • French Wine Dinner event, five course dinner with wine pairing, is being offered on Tuesday, June 18 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets are $75, must be purchased in advance. See www.waynesvillewine.com for menu & wine selections.
  • A pod meeting for Plant Pure Nation is at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 20, in the kitchen above Sassy Girls in Dillsboro. Plant-based cooking demo and dinner.
  • Bosu’s Wine Shop in Waynesville is offering lunch on Friday & Saturdays, “Lunch with us” from 11 a.m. t
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