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QPR: Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper teaches community members to recognize warning signs of suicide, offer hope and encourage treatment. Participants learn how to talk to someone who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts and refer them to[...]

Brian Gurl Productions presents…America the Beautiful Celebrating the Dream, the Ideal and the Spirit that is America. Starring Brian McGurl, Katherine Alexandra, Michele Pruyn and Ensemble.  This uplifting and unifying show celebrates the heart and[...]

Music, dancing and lots of food and fun.

 

Penland School of Crafts sessions end with an auction of work donated by students, instructors, and friends.  These auctions are celebrations of the work done in the classes and an opportunity for neighbors, travelers, and[...]

She sings solo and as lead and tenor, playing rhythm guitar, mandolin and harmonica in Tru Blu.  Always a favorite.  FREE

1pm: Dollar Brothers:  Growing up in the Meat Camp community of Watauga County in a musical family, brothers Darrell, Barry, and Wade, have been playing bluegrass music together and performing at local venues for more[...]

National Anthem by Mtn Heritage HS Dollettes, Montreat Scottish Pipes & Drums, Crocodile Smile Band.  Fireworks at 8:45.  Food trucks and great music. Homeplace Beer Block Party on South Main.  Lots of fun, family friendly[...]

Join McKinney Cove Baptist Church for their Vacation Bible School.

1pm: Terry McKinney:  He grew up in Mitchell and McDowell counties surrounded by traditional mountain music, and he has been singing and playing gospel, mountain, bluegrass, or classic country music most of his life.  To[...]

A talented young local singer and guitarist from Spruce Pine, whose repertoire includes a dynamic mix of traditional and contemporary music.  His captivating voice and guitar styles immediately engage the audience and leave them wanting[...]

A native of WNC, has been writing and performing since his early teens.  His songs and stories reflect his small town and Appalachian roots.  Song after song, story after story, a tapestry is woven of[...]

 

Come enjoy the great songs of this talented artist.  FREE

Vacation Bible School. There will be a water slide at the end of the day, weather permitting so bring a change of clothes.

1pm: True Grass:  They hail from Burnsville, NC, and have been playing truegrass, newgrass, and gospel since 1994.  Band members include Anthony Allen, Jeff Allen, Daniel Cook, Daniel Norton, and Jacob Carroll. 3pm: Crossfire Bluegrass[...]

July 13th Movie: Space Chimps.  Bring the whole family to watch space themed movies at the Earth to Sky Park throughout the summer.

Looking for an experience that’s “out of this world”? Emerald Village offers night-time underground mine tours that unlock vibrant hidden colors available only under ultraviolet light, commonly called black light. The brilliant coatings in the[...]

1pm: Harlan County Grass:  From East Tennessee, they take pride in being a traditional bluegrass band.  The band stays steeped deep in the roots of the music that actually wears the label of bluegrass. 3pm:[...]

An all-time Orchard favorite.  FREE

 

Penland School of Crafts sessions end with an auction of work donated by students, instructors, and friends.  These auctions are celebrations of the work done in the classes and an opportunity for neighbors, travelers, and[...]

Come enjoy the great songs of this talented artist.  FREE

 

1pm: Town & Country:  A band playing the music of their region. 3pm: Bearwallow: Morganton, NC, based Bearwallow performs a unique blend of progressive bluegrass, old-timey folk, and classic country.  They constantly look to reach[...]

Looking for an experience that’s “out of this world”? Emerald Village offers night-time underground mine tours that unlock vibrant hidden colors available only under ultraviolet light, commonly called black light. The brilliant coatings in the[...]

Since launching their performing career in Feb of 1988, the Cockman Family has developed the classic family harmonies and youthful flair that is their trademark.  Their unique bluegrass gospel style, original songs and original arrangements[...]

A native of WNC, has been writing and performing since his early teens.  His songs and stories reflect his small town and Appalachian roots.  Song after song, story after story, a tapestry is woven of[...]

Johnny Ellis joins Tom Sparks in a highly anticipated concern that begins at 6pm.  Their musical interpretations of regional tunes are sure to hit that resonant chord in the audience.

 

He grew up in Mitchell and McDowell counties surrounded by traditional mountain music, and he has been singing and playing gospel, mountain, bluegrass, or classic country music most of his life.  To Terry music is[...]

1pm: The Grass Catchers:  Enjoy their “catchy” renditions of this Orchard favorite group. 3pm: Tom Sparks:  An all-time Orchard favorite. FREE

1pm: Johnny Ellis:  Enjoy the great songs of this artist. 3pm: Amantha Mill: A community-oriented folk/bluegrass act with one foot rooted firmly in our heritage and the other planted in exploring new acoustic sounds. FREE

Vacation Bible School

Sunrise Baptist Church will be having their annual Vacation Bible School starting July 29th through August 2nd. Time is from 6:30pm until 8:30 each night.