February 20, 2012 at 12:54pm
February 21
Tuesday Quilters– Shepard of the Hills Lutheran Church– Bring your machine and what ever quilt you are working on. 10:00– 2:00 pm– email: nancileedills@gmail.com FREE
Speed Spanish @ the Library– 7:00—8:30 pm in the Community Room– Instructor is Garrett Fisher– www.fontanalib.org
February 22
Jackson County TTA Board Meeting– 10:30– 12:00pm– Conference room of the Hooper House, 773 West Main Street– Contact Julie at Julie@nc-mountains.com if you wish to
address the board.
Spirit Night– Visit Bojangles and 15% of gross sales proceeds will be donated to the Smoky Mountain Baseball Club. 5:00pm– 8:00pm
February 23
Free Knee Screening @ MedWest Harris– 1:00-2:00pm MedWest Harris Physical Therapy Department. 828-586-7235
Jackson County Chamber Business After Hours– 5:00-6:00 @ the Caney Fork General Store. www.mountainlovers.com
SCC Book Cloth Class– 6:00– 9:00pm @ the Oconoluftee Institute for Cultural Arts Cherokee- $30. Student will need to bring– lightweight fabric, mulberry paper (available for
purchase at the workshop), glue. Phyllis Jarvinen– Instructor.
Liars Bench– “Coy” written by Gary Carden, performed by Tom Dewees. Advance tickets $10.00—WCU Mountain Heritage Center. 828-227-7129
February 24
Father/ Daughter Dance– 5th Annual Semi Formal Father Daughter Dance sponsored by the Downtown Sylva Association. 6:00-8:00pm– First United Methodist Church.
$25.00 per couple, $5 for each additional daughter. $30 at the door. Light refreshments will be served. Corsage's will be available for purchase for $4.00. 586-1577–
www.downtownsylva.org
February 25
SCC - Notary Public Education– SCC Founders Hall Room 133– 9:00-4:00pm, call Latresa– 828-339-4426– Course Cost $ 65.00 book– Notary Public Guidelines for NC edition
10- $27.49 @ the campus bookstore.
Story Time for Young Children—11:00-1:00 City Lights Bookstore– 828-586-9499
Saturday Afternoon Story and Craft Time– 2:00– 3:00pm– Public Library– 828-586-2016-www.fontanalib.org
8 Limbs of Yoga– 9:00am– 12:00pm Fusions Spa and Heeling Center– www.fusionsspa.com- $40.00
Sammy Cortino– Magic’s Royal Duke– Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts- $12-$15.00 7:00pm– www.greatmountainmusic.com– 877-415-7315
Sara Evans Concert– Harrah’s Cherokee Casino– 7:30pm- $30, $40 & $50, www.harrahscherokee.com– 828-497-7777
February 26
Visit one of our many local churches. Contact our office for a complete listing of churches in our area. 828-586-2155– www.mountainlovers.com
February 27
Conversational Spanish 2– SCC is offering Conversational Spanish @ Blue Ridge School, Mondays beginning 1/9-3/5/12. 5-7pm, $60.00- www.southwesternnc.edu
828-586-4091
Beginner Spanish Level 1-Jackson Campus of SCC, Mondays– beginning 1/16– 3/5/12 6:00-9:00pm- $85.00– book available @ campus bookstore $22. 00.
www.southwesternnc.edu– 828-586-4091
Elementary Computer Basics– Cashiers Center Room 1– Monday’s – beginning 2/13/2012– 3/5/2012- 10:00am-noon– cost is $35.00+ $5.00 TF– www.southwesternnc.edu–
828-586-4497– email m_rich@southwesternnc.edu
Introduction to Excel– SCC Macon Annex Room 103– Class Beginning 02/13– 03/7/2012 Monday & Wednesday– 6:00pm-9:00pm– ldowns@southwesternnc.edu–
828-339-4426- $70.00 for the class
Marketing and Networking– Entrepreneur Skills Network (ESN) - Jackson County Justice and Administration Building Room 245– 6:00- 7:30– Contact Cathy Gibson @
828-497-0160 or esn4meetings@gmail.com
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February 14
Fondant & Gum paste– 6:30-8:30 Tuesdays 1/17-2/14/12 6:30-8:30pm Cost is $35.00– SCC Jackson Campus– www.southwesternnc.edu– 828-586-4091 (Supply list provided
on first night of class)
Build Your Own Small Business Website– Hands on 3 hours class, hosted by SiteDart Hosting’s Site builder– Holiday Inn @ Dillsboro– 877-790-7263-
www.buildmywebsiteclass.com– email :shout.out@dnet.net
Tuesday Quilters– Shepard of the Hills Lutheran Church– Bring your machine and what ever quilt you are working on. 10:00– 2:00 pm– email: nancileedills@gmail.com
The Letterman– Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts– 877-415-73517:00– www.greatmountainmusic.com- $18 & $24
February 15
Modern Quilting Techniques– Cashiers Center Room 2:00– 4:00pm– m_rich@southwesternnc.edu- $25.00
Spirit Night– Visit Bojangles and 15% of gross sales proceeds will be donated to the Smoky Mountain Baseball Club. 5:00pm– 8:00pm
Mountain Winds Community Band Concert– John W. Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center- &:30pm– Reception to follow in the Atrium Arts Center–
manring.rebecca@gmail.com
February 16
Chamber Board of Directors Meeting– Monthly Board of Directors Meeting in the Conference Room of the Hooper House– 8:15– 9:30am
Coffee with a Poet featuring Pat Reviere Seel– City Lights Bookstore– 10:30am-12:00– www.citylightsnc.com– 3 East Jackson Street, Sylva
Free Shoulder Screening- MedWest Harris– Physical Therapy Department– 828-586-7235
Free Hand Screening– MedWest Harris– Physical Therapy Department– 828-586-7235
Social Media for Your Business– Mountain BizWorks in Dillsboro Court, Sylva– 6:00-9:00pm—828-631-0292– Sheryl@mountainbizworks.org
Movie Night @ Jackson County Public Library– Call 828-586-2016– www.fontanalib.org
Liars Bench– Presents “Coy” @ the WCU Mountain Heritage Center– Advance tickets 10.00 available @ City Lights Book Store– 7:00-9:00pm–
www.theliarsbenchgazette.blogspot.com
February 17
Valerie Nieman to read from Blood Clay– City Lights Bookstore– 7:00-8:00pm– 828-586-9499—www.citylightsnc.com– Free and open to the public.
February 18
Story Time for Young Children—11:00-1:00 City Lights Bookstore– 828-586-9499
Saturday Afternoon Story and Craft Time– 2:00– 3:00pm– Public Library– 828-586-2016-www.fontanalib.org
All You Can Eat Pancakes– Dairy Queen in Franklin– 8:00-10:00am– $5.00- Proceeds to benefit Smoky Mountain Pregnancy Center
February 19
Visit one of our many local churches. Contact our office for a complete listing of churches in our area. 828-586-2155– www.mountainlovers.com
February 20
Conversational Spanish 2– SCC is offering Conversational Spanish @ Blue Ridge School, Mondays beginning 1/9-3/5/12. 5-7pm, $60.00- www.southwesternnc.edu
828-586-4091
Beginner Spanish Level 1-Jackson Campus of SCC, Mondays– beginning 1/16– 3/5/12 6:00-9:00pm- $85.00– book available @ campus bookstore $22. 00.
www.southwesternnc.edu– 828-586-4091
Demystifying the Guitar– SCC-Swain Center– 6:30-9:30pm– beginning 01/30-02/20/2012– Bring you own instrument. $46.00– 828-586-4091-www.southwesternnc.edu
Basic Cake Decorating Class– SCC’s Macon Annex– Class Beginning 1/23-2/20 6:30-8:30 $35.00 for the series. 828-586-4091
Elementary Computer Basics– Cashiers Center Room 1– Monday’s – beginning 2/13/2012– 3/5/2012- 10:00am-noon– cost is $35.00+ $5.00 TF– www.southwesternnc.edu–
828-586-4497– email m_rich@southwesternnc.edu
Sylva Monday Mingle– Hosted by Fusions Spa @ City Lights Café– 5:30-8:30pm- 828-631-0232/ 587-2233– FREE– www.fusionsspa.com
Introduction to Excel– SCC Macon Annex Room 103– Class Beginning 02/13– 03/7/2012 Monday & Wednesday– 6:00pm-9:00pm– ldowns@southwesternnc.edu–
828-339-4426- $70.00 for the class
Fine Woodworking Tools I– SCC Jackson Campus– Oaks Hall Room 104– Monday’s 6:00-8:00pm– Contact Jeff Marley– 828-497-3945– j_marley@southwesternnc.edu. Self–
Supporting- $40.00– call to register– small group.
Marketing and Networking– Entrepreneur Skills Network (ESN) - Jackson County Justice and Administration Building Room 245– 6:00- 7:30– Contact Cathy Gibson @
828-497-0160 or esn4meetings@gmail.com
Flagger Training– SCC Macon Campus– 9:00– 1:00pm– ldowns@southwesternnc.edu- $65.00
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February 2, 2012 at 05:55pm
"The guide is user-friendly and full of key info to plan a getaway to the mountains of North Carolina," says Julie Spiro, executive director Jackson County tourism. "It is also available for quick download at MountainLovers.com."
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January 30, 2012 at 04:42pm
The application packet may be downloaded by going to website: www.spiritofappalachia.org. For more information, call 828-631-4587.
January 30, 2012 at 08:03am
January 30
Public Library Opening Late– Library will open at 1:00 today. ( Closed in the morning for staff training)
Conversational Spanish 2– SCC is offering Conversational Spanish @ Blue Ridge School, Mondays beginning 1/9-3/5/12. 5-7pm, $60.00-
www.southwesternnc.edu 828-586-4091
Beginner Spanish Level 1-Jackson Campus of SCC, Mondays– beginning 1/16– 3/5/12 6:00-9:00pm- $85.00– book available @ campus bookstore $22. 00.
www.southwesternnc.edu– 828-586-4091
Demystifying the Guitar– SCC-Swain Center– 6:30-9:30pm– beginning 01/30-02/20/2012– Bring you own instrument. $46.00– 828-586-4091-
www.southwesternnc.edu
Basic Cake Decorating Class– SCC’s Macon Annex– Class Beginning 1/23-2/20 6:30-8:30 $35.00 for the series. 828-586-4091
January 31
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program– 1:00– 2:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
TAI CHI I & II for Arthritis– 3:00– 4:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
Elementary Computer Basics– SCC Macon Annex- Tuesdays– beginning 1/17-2/7/12 10:00am-noon– cost is $35.00+ $5.00 TF– www.southwesternnc.edu–
828-586-4091
Speed Spanish– 4:00– 5:30 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays– beginning 1/10-2/2/12—Macon High School- $50.00– www.southwesternnc.edu– 828-586-4091
Fondant & Gum paste– 6:30-8:30 Tuesdays 1/17-2/14/12 6:30-8:30pm Cost is $35.00– SCC Jackson Campus– www.southwesternnc.edu– 828-586-4091
(Supply list provided on first night of class)
FREE Fly Tying Class– 6:00-8:00pm– Hookers Fly Shop– Call to register and for information. 828-587-4665-www.hookersflyshop.com
Do-It-Yourself Website Class– 1:00-4:00pm—Holiday Inn Express– Hosted by DNet Internet Services. $25.00, contact Lee Cloer at lcloer@dnet.net or 828-
349-3638
Smoky Mountain High School Basketball– 4:00pm– SMHS Gym– vs. E. Henderson– Adult Tickets $6.00
February 2
Digital Camera Basics– 6:00-8:00pm– SCC Jackson Campus– 1/19-2/9/12 $55.00– www.southwesternnc.edu
Modern Quilting Techniques– SCC Jackson Campus– 6:00– 8:00pm- $25.00– 01/26-02/02– 828-586-4091- $25.00
Free Movie Night and Children’s Craft Class@ the Library– 6:30-8:00pm– 310 Keener Street, Sylva– 828-586-2016– Call for Movie Title
February 3
The Lady and the Old Timers Band– 11:00-12:30pm @ the Public Library—310 Keener Street, Sylva– 828-586-2016
Smoky Mountain High School Basketball—4:00 pm SMHS Gym– Adult Tickets $6.00-828-586-2177
Anne Clinard Barnhill presents her Novel– 7:00-8:30pm– City Lights Bookstore– 828-586-9499
Smoky Mountain High School Basketball– 4:00pm– SMHS Gym– vs. Brevard– Adult Tickets $6.00
February 4
JC Winter Farmers Market-9:00-12:00pm– Parking area of St. John’s Episcopal Church– 18 Jackson Street– Contact Jenny McPherson- 6828-631-3033
Story Time for Young Children—11:00-1:00 City Lights Bookstore– 828-586-9499
Saturday Afternoon Story and Craft Time– 2:00– 3:00pm– Public Library– 828-586-2016-www.fontanalib.org
Doris Davenport Presents– Poetry Readings– 2:00pm—City Lights Bookstore– 3 E. Jackson Street– 828-586-9499
February 5
Visit one of our many local churches. Contact our office for a complete listing of churches in our area. 828-586-2155– www.mountainlovers.com
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January 23, 2012 at 04:02pm
Below is a link to the 2012 Greening Up the Mountains Application Form. *Please note that this form is now two pages long and contains a vendor policy, which requires your signature that it has been received and read upon submitting your application.
If you have any questions, please respond to this email or call 828.586.1577 and leave a message for the event coordinator. Someone will return your call as soon as possible.
Thanks for your interest in the 2012 festival!
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January 23, 2012 at 09:05am
January 23
Conversational Spanish 2– SCC is offering Conversational Spanish @ Blue Ridge School, Mondays beginning 1/9-3/5/12. 5-7pm, $60.00- www.southwesternnc.edu
828-586-4091
Beginner Spanish Level 1—On the Jackson Campus of SCC, Mondays– beginning 1/16– 3/5/12 6:00-9:00pm- $85.00– book available @ campus bookstore $22. 00.
www.southwesternnc.edu– 828-586-4091
Story Time at the Public Library– Story Time with the Rotary Readers– 310 Keener Street, Sylva– 10:30-12:00- 828-586-2016
Mastering Your Energy– Fusions Healing Center & Day Spa– 5:30-7:30 , 96 West Sylva Shopping Plaza- $15.00– Pre-registration and pre-payment required– 828-631-0232
Basic Cake Decorating Class– SCC’s Macon Annex– Class Beginning 1/23-2/20 6:30-8:30 $35.00 for the series. 828-586-4091
January 24
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program– 1:00– 2:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging–
828-586-4944
TAI CHI I & II for Arthritis– 3:00– 4:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
Elementary Computer Basics– SCC Macon Annex- Tuesdays– beginning 1/17-2/7/12 10:00am-noon– cost is $35.00+ $5.00 TF– www.southwesternnc.edu– 828-586-4091
Speed Spanish– 4:00– 5:30 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays– beginning 1/10-2/2/12—Macon High School- $50.00– www.southwesternnc.edu– 828-586-4091
Fondant & Gum paste– 6:30-8:30 Tuesdays 1/17-2/14/12 6:30-8:30pm Cost is $35.00– SCC Jackson Campus– www.southwesternnc.edu– 828-586-4091 (Supply list provided
on first night of class)
Story Time at the Public Library– Mittens, blankies & scarves– 10:30– 12:00– 310 Keener Street, Sylva– 828-586-2016
January 25
Jackson County TTA Board Meeting– Conference room of the Historic Hooper House– 773 W. Main Street, Sylva– Location and date subject to change. 10:30-12:00– 828-586
-2155
The Poetry Revival– Bardo Arts Center on the WCU Campus– 7:30-9:00—$5.00 admission-
January 26
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program– 1:00– 2:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
Digital Camera Basics– 6:00-8:00pm– SCC Jackson Campus– 1/19-2/9/12 $55.00– www.southwesternnc.edu
JC Chamber Business After Hours @ No Name Sports Pub– Open to all Chamber Members and Potential Members– 5:00– 6:00
828-586-2155
Girls Night Out– Fusions Healing Center & Day Spa hosting Girls Night Out–5:30-8:30 pm- Hors d’ oeuvres and wine– 414 West Main St. Sylva– 828-631-0232
Modern Quilting Techniques– SCC Jackson Campus– 6:00– 8:00pm- $25.00– 01/26-02/02– 828-586-4091- $25.00
Fiddler Ian Moore– Free performance at the JC Public Library of the Old-Time String Classics– 7:00-8:00 pm-828-586-2016
PJ Night w/bedtime stories– 7:00-8:00pm– 310 Keener Street, Sylva– 828-586-2016
January 27
Story Time @ the JC Public Library– 10:30-12:00—310 Keener Street, Sylva– 828-586-2016
Uncle Don’s Band- @ City Lights Café– Downtown Sylva, off Main on Spring Street– 7:0-9:00pm– 828-587-2233– FREE
WCU’s Galaxy of Stars– Neil Bergs– “100 Years of Broadway”- 7:30—Bardo FPAC Center on the WCU Campus– 7:30– 9:00pm 828-227-2479– Call for Ticket Prices
Harrah’s Cherokee Casino– Presents “A Vietnamese Concert” - Concert is FREE and Guests can pick up tickets at the Harrah’s Box Office on 1/26 11:00-7:00pm or the day of
the show 11:00-9:00pm– Showtime 9:00-11:00pm– 828-497-7777
January 28
Story Time for Young Children—11:00-1:00 City Lights Bookstore– 828-586-9499
Maggie & The Romantics @ City Lights– 7:00-9:00pm– Downtown Sylva of Main Street on Spring Street– 828-587-2233
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January 17, 2012 at 10:11am
January 17
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program– 1:00– 2:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging–
828-586-4944
TAI CHI I & II for Arthritis– 3:00– 4:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
CCA: Faculty Recital– 7:30 pm @ the Coulter Recital Hall on the WCU Campus. www.wcu.edu
Elementary Computer Basics– SCC Macon Annex- Tuesdays– beginning 1/17-2/7/12 10:00am-noon– cost is $35.00+ $5.00 TF–
www.southwesternnc.edu– 828-586-4091
Speed Spanish– 4:00– 5:30 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays– beginning 1/10-2/2/12—Macon High School- $50.00– www.southwesternnc.edu– 828-
586-4091
Fondant & Gumpaste– 6:30-8:30 Tuesdays 1/17-2/14/12 6:30-8:30pm Cost is $35.00– SCC Jackson Campus– www.southwesternnc.edu– 828-
586-4091 (Supply list provided on first night of class)
WCU Men’s Basketball vs. Toccoa Falls7:00pm @ the Ramsey Center on WCU Campus– www.catamountsports.com
January 19
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program– 1:00– 2:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
Digital Camera Basics– 6:00-8:00pm– SCC Jackson Campus– 1/19-2/9/12 $55.00– www.southwesternnc.edu
Liars Bench Performance– 7:00-10:00pm Mountain Heritage Center of the WCU Campus– No fee-donations encouraged
Ian Zook, Horn Lecture Recital @ WCU– 7:30 Coulter Recital Hall– FREE
January 20
Ansley McAllister @ City Lights Café– 7:00-9:00pm– www.citylightscafe.com– 828-587-2233
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January 17, 2012 at 10:08am
The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad (GMSR) is pleased to announce the PEANUTS™ Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown Excursion and Valentine Sweetheart Train. This special event train will depart the historic Bryson City depot on Saturday, February 11th, at 11:00am. The train will travel along the Tuckasegee River to Dillsboro for a 1 ½ layover. Enjoy special Valentine’s activities as well as a relaxing afternoon in the quaint town of Dillsboro.
Passengers will join Charlie Brown, Lucy and Snoopy for old fashioned Valentine’s Day fun based on the popular television episode titled by the same name. Thirteenth in the series, Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown premiered in 1975. Fans follow Charlie Brown’s Valentine’s Day woes as he tries to get noticed by the “little red-haired girl” and receive a briefcase full of Valentines.
Festivities for the Be My Valentine passengers include mingling with Charlie Brown, Lucy and Snoopy costume characters, listening to the narrated story based on the television special, and children can create their own Valentine for that special someone. There will also be plenty of photo opportunities, so do not forget your camera! Standard Coach Class adult tickets are $49, children (2-12) are $29, infants 23 months and under ride complimentary. Upgrade to Crown Class seating and receive a souvenir tumbler with unlimited soda, coffee and tea refill! Adult tickets are $66, children (2-12) are $38 and infants 23 months and under are $10.
Also available are upgrades to the fantastic Family First Class package! Treat the family to a wonderful Valentine’s train trip complete with a delicious meal for all in your party as well as a special GSMR souvenir and refillable tumbler! Adult ticket prices are $92, children (2-12) are $54, infants 23 months and under are $20.
If you’re looking to enjoy a special Valentine’s date with you and your sweetie join us in the Adult First Class for a romantic afternoon! Choose from one of our four delicious lunches served by a private car attendant. Receive a special gift amenity and souvenir tumbler with unlimited soda, coffee and tea refill. In addition enjoy a specialty dessert and long stemmed rose. Tickets for adults are $92. Advance tickets are recommended, as seating is limited.
For more information and reservations please call 800-872-4681 or WWW.GSMR.COM.
©2012 PEANUTS Worldwide LLC
Admission to the Smoky Mountain Trains Museum is included with ticket purchase. Without tickets, admission to the museum is $9 for adults and $5 for children.
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January 9, 2012 at 09:28am
January 9
Fusions Monday Night Mingle@ City Lights– 5:30-8:30pm– City Lights Café– 828-631-0232
January 10
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program– 1:00– 2:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging–
828-586-4944
TAI CHI I & II for Arthritis– 3:00– 4:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
January 12
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program– 1:00– 2:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-
4944
WCU Recital– Ellred Spell( Flute) - 7:30 Coulter Recital Hall– www.wcu.edu
Andy Grammer Live in Concert– Doors open at 7:00pm– University Center Grand Room– www.wcu.edu
January 14
Story Time for Young Children—11:00-1:00 City Lights Bookstore– 828-586-9499
Triple Threat Performing Arts Academy presents The Jungle Book - 2:00pm at the BAC Theatre on the
campus of WCU– Tickets may be purchased at the door– 828-586-4410
WCU Men’s Basketball vs. Furman– 2:00 at the Ramsey Center 828-227-7338
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January 7, 2012 at 11:10am
Catch the Spirit of Appalachia, a local non-profit art and heritage organization, announces it's 2012 creative writing series, "Writing From The Heart," schedule with author and publisher, Amy Ammons Garza. Throughout the coming year, every second Saturday of each month, from 10am until 3pm, the workshops will cover material beneficial in writing short stories, novels, articles; enhancing skills in advice, personal experience, essays and sketches, inspiration, nostalgia and humor. The goal of Catch the Spirit of Appalachia is to encourage EVERYONE to write it down, putting on paper what matters to them. By the end of the year, in November, Catch the Spirit has a "Holiday Reception" for the CSA Writers, where the writers will be involved in reading their work in a performance for the public.
"Writing from the Heart" means to write the story you want to tell, a story you have to share with the world. It’s probably one of the easiest article types to write in terms of research because you are your research. In this workshop, you will learn how to write something that makes readers cry out, “Hey, that’s me! That’s what I think. That’s how I feel!” and at the same time offer hope and help. The knowledge acquired is something all can use in creative writing. The teacher will ask the writer to strive to have at least one completed work by November this year.
The workshops are held at 29 Regal Avenue in Sylva. Cost is $35 per session--each session stands alone--and are held from 10am until 3pm. The writers are to bring their own lunch.
January 14th—Introduction to "Writing From the Heart"
February 11th—Your Precious Heritage
March 10th—Powerful Beginnings/Endings
April 14th—Writing with a Purpose/Plot
May 12th—Weaving Fiction into Fact
June 9th—The 4-Keys of Pacing
July 14th—Persuade wth Power
August 11th—Selecting and Directing your writings
September 8th—Overview of Writing from the Heart
October 13th–—Run through of the performance
November —7pm: Holiday CSA's Celebration of the Arts at the Jackson Cty Library
For more information and to get directions, call Amy at 828-631-4587, or go to website: www.spiritofappalachia.org.
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January 4, 2012 at 02:43pm
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad (GSMR) is proud to announce its new 2012 schedule of special events and train excursions. This year is packed full of opportunities to explore the beauty of Western North Carolina by train, and enjoy all the special events that add extra excitement to Bryson City and Dillsboro.
In January and February Saturday trains will operate a 4-hour round trip excursion from Bryson City to Dillsboro, NC with a 1 ½ hour layover. Plenty of opportunities for shopping and dining! We are also proud to announce the first annual Train Ride for Education: A Tribute to Elvis. GSMR is teaming up with Communities in Schools of the Great Smoky Mountains to participate in the upcoming Elvis themed dinner train, with all proceeds going to support Communities in Schools of the Great Smoky Mountains.
Throughout the year we have exciting special events for families and kids of all ages! Start with a visit with The PEANUTS™ gang for the Be My Valentine Charlie Brown Express™. Enjoy old fashioned Valentine’s festivities for kids during the layover destination in Dillsboro on Saturday Feb 11th. Snoopy and friends will be back again April 6 & 7 for the PEANUTS™ Easter Beagle Express! The Lone Ranger™ will be making special appearances on the Tuckasegee River Excursions during the months of June, July and August!
We are excited to introduce a brand new event for 2012! All aboard the Dinosaur Train©! Based off the popular PBS Kids television series, Dinosaur Train© will join us for days of learning and exploring on July 20-22, 27-29 & Aug 4! Don’t miss the 11th Annual RailFest and Mountain Craft Fair on September 15 & 16. October brings our favorite PEANUTS™ gang back for The Pumpkin Patch Express™ on October 6, 7, 12-14, 19-21 & 26-28. THE POLAR EXPRESS will bring back the holiday spirit beginning November 9th and running through December 29th!
As always, our popular First Class and Family First Class options will be back with all of the luxury! Journey through Western North Carolina and enjoy a unique dining experience onboard the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Travel in comfort and style in vintage dining cars that feature seating at well appointed tables, and lounge/restaurant-style chairs. Enjoy a delicious lunch served by the car’s private attendant, unlimited soda, tea, or coffee refill in your souvenir tumbler, and receive a special gift!
New for 2012! Enjoy our Premium Open Air Seating for adults 21 and up, with dining, beverage tumbler, and special gift! Make your plans to step aboard in 2012 and take an unforgettable journey on the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad!
Please take some time to visit our Google Calendar on our GSMR website! We have compiled an easy way for you access information about our up and coming schedule. Please visit:
www.gsmr.com/ride-us/train-calendar/train-calendar
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January 3, 2012 at 03:36pm
January 3
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program– 1:00– 2:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-
4944TAI CHI I & II for Arthritis– 3:00– 4:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
January 5
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program– 1:00– 2:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-
4944
Mountain Heritage Center Jam Session– 7:00-9:00pm Mountain Heritage Center– Pickers and singers of
all ages and experience levels are invited to take place in this FREE jam session– 828-227-7129
January 6
Music at the Jackson County Library– 11:00am– 12:30 pm– Public Library– Daytime Music Program
featuring “The Lady and the Old Timers Band” - 828-586-2016
Hannah Levin @ City Lights Café– 7:00-9:00pm– FREE @ City Lights Café– 828-587-2233
January 7
Story Time for Young Children—11:00-1:00 City Lights Bookstore– 828-586-9499
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December 27, 2011 at 01:00pm
Happy New Year! From your friends at The Chamber!
December 26
Maggie Valley Country Club Pin High Bar & Grille Special– 11:00am—8:30 pm– Buy One Entrée Get One Free– Entire Month of December –
Call for reservations- 828-926-4826
December 27
City Lights Café– Tuesday Takeover– 12:00pm– closing– Design your own Crepes-Savory- $7.95– Sweet- $5.95B– 828-587-2233
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program– 1:00– 2:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
TAI CHI I & II for Arthritis– 3:00– 4:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
December 29
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program– 1:00– 2:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
December 31
Story Time for Young Children—11:00-1:00 City Lights Bookstore– 828-586-9499
End of year Open House– 5:00-7:00pm– Country Traditions– RSVP– Limited to first 30 people 828-586-1600
New years Eve Party– 5:00-1:00- Maggie Valley Club– Reservations Required– 828-926-4826
Great Smoky Mountain RR 2011 New Years Eve Gala– 7:40 @ the Smoky Mountain Train Museum in Bryson Coty– Reservations Required– 800-
872-4681
Cherokee Fireworks– 8:00-12:00– Acquoni Expo Center– 800-438-1601
New Years Eve Party– 9:00-2:00am—No Name Sports Pub– 828-586-2750
New Years Eve Dance Party– 9:00– 1:—am– City Lights Café– 828-587-2233- $20 advance tickets, $25 at the door
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December 19, 2011 at 09:31am
December 19
Monday Night Game Night– 6:00-8:00 @ City Lights Café & City Lights Bookstore– Call for information-828-587-2233
Maggie Valley Country Club Pin High Bar & Grille Special– 11:00am—8:30 pm– Buy One Entrée Get One Free– Entire Month of December – Call for reservations- 828-926-4826
Cookies with Santa– 5:30– 7:30 Jackson County Senior Center– 828-586-4944 FREE !
December 20
City Lights Café– Tuesday Takeover– 12:00pm– closing– Design your own Crepes-Savory- $7.95– Sweet- $5.95B– 828-587-2233
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program– 1:00– 2:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
TAI CHI I & II for Arthritis– 3:00– 4:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
December 21
Wonderful Wednesday– We Our Members ! Join us from 1:00– 4:00 for hot cocoa and cookies! Jackson County Chamber of Commerce and Travel & Tourism Authority. Last time before Christmas! 828-586-2155.
December 22
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program– 1:00– 2:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
Whistlin’ Dixie Open House– 9:00 am– 8:00pm All Day Christmas Blow Out Sale! Open House 4:00-8:00 with EXTRA Specials and Savings– 828-507-7122 December 22 & 23
Italian Buffett @ Pin High Bar & Grille, Maggie Valley Club– 5:30pm—8:30 pm—All you can eat Italian Buffet Bar– 828-926-4816
December 23
The Polar Express– The Polar Express runs until December 24– Contact The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad for times and price. 800-872-4681 – Departs from Bryson City Depot.
An Evening with Thea & The Greenman– 8:00 pm—11:00pm Soul Infusion Tea House & Bistro– 828-586-1717
Uncle Don’s Band – 7:00-9:00pm- City Lights Café– Sylva, NC 828-587-2233
Open House @ The Old Mill 1886– 10:00-5:00– The Old Mill 441 North -December 23 & 24– 828-497-6536
December 24
Story Time for Young Children—11:00-1:00 City Lights Bookstore– 828-586-9499
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December 13, 2011 at 04:14pm
Bid farewell to 2011 and join the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in bringing in the New Year! Spend the evening rolling along the tracks while dancing the night away!
On Saturday, December 31, enjoy an evening of live music, dancing, dinning and celebration! The terrific duo Alias Smith & Jones will be the featured entertainment for the evening. Alias Smith & Jones is a superb Atlanta-based acoustic guitar/vocal duo whose vast repertoire ranges from the must-have classics to the totally unexpected. Satisfy your tastes buds with an elegant three-course dinner on board a vintage dining car at the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Complete the evening with a countdown to the midnight hour with party favors and a champagne toast to 2012! The train will depart from the Bryson City, NC depot at 9:00 pm and will feature the exquisite cuisine of Chef Deborah Douthit.
Let the evening begin early with a reception beginning at 7:45pm in the Smoky Mountain Trains Museum with a special selection of beer, wine, and mixed drinks. Enjoy an array of hors d’oeuvres including tiger shrimp with cocktail sauce, button mushrooms stuffed with shrimp and crab parmesan filling, steak and roasted pepper skewers and fruit covered in rich chocolate! After kicking the night off with the fabulous reception boarding will promptly begin at 8:45pm.
Once on board the train, first course features a salad made of fresh baby greens in a raspberry vinaigrette dressing and warm yeast rolls. Choose from our selection of delicious entrées; spinach stuffed chicken with a creamy parmesan sauce, seasoned pork loin served with a tart raspberry glaze and portobello mushroom tower stuffed with smoked peppers, spinach and parmesan cheese. Complete your feast with a tasty rich white chocolate cheesecake covered with fresh berries! Served buffet style guests can mingle, relax, indulge on delicious food and greet the New Year in style!
Adults 21 and over only. Dinner Train tickets are $135 per person (plus tax & gratuity). Three hour trip departs at 9:00 pm at the historic Bryson City Depot. Advanced reservations & 72 hour cancellation notice are required. PLEASE CALL FOR DRESS CODE INFORMATION.
For more information and reservations call 800-872-4681 or WWW.GSMR.COM.
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad is a proud member of the American Heritage Railways family. Visit our sister railroads in southwest Colorado at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and in east Texas at the Texas State Railroad.
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December 12, 2011 at 11:45am
December 12
Monday Night Mingle @ City Lights Café– 5:30– 8:30 @ City Lights Café– Call for information-828-587-2233
Maggie Valley Country Club Pin High Bar & Grille Special– 11:00am—8:30 pm– Buy One Entrée Get One Free– Entire Month of December –
Call for reservations- 828-926-4826
December 13
City Lights Café– Tuesday Takeover– 12:00pm– closing– Design your own Crepes-Savory- $7.95– Sweet- $5.95B– 828-587-2233
Mail Management Services– Holiday Open House– 11:00-4:00pm– 88 Roberts Street, Asheville, NC RSVP to csr@mmsdeliveries.com
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program– 1:00– 2:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
TAI CHI I & II for Arthritis– 3:00– 4:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
December 13, 14 & 15
Disney’s Aladdin– Presented by the Overlook Theatre Company– 7:30 pm– 1028 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC—www.greatmountainmusic.com
December 14
Wonderful Wednesday– We Our Members ! Join us from 1:00– 4:00 for hot cocoa and cookies! Jackson County Chamber of Commerce and Travel & Tourism Authority.
December 15
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program– 1:00– 2:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
Make a Joyful Noise– 6:30– 9:00pm Jackson County Public Library– Community Caroling– Followed by an informal reception and open house.
828-586-2016
December 17
The Polar Express– The Polar Express runs until December 24– Contact The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad for times and price. 800-872-4681
– Departs from Bryson City Depot.
Open House @ The Old Mill 1886– 10:00-5:00– The Old Mill 441 North– 828-497-6536
Story Time for Young Children—11:00-1:00 City Lights Bookstore– 828-586-9499
Breakfast With Santa– 9:00am– 11:00am Stecoah Valley Cultural Center– 121 Schoolhouse Road, Stecoah, NC -www.stecoahvalleycenter.com
Frank Lee of the Freight Hoppers– City Lights Café– Sylva, NC 828-587-2233
Ricky Skaggs– A Skaggs Family Christmas– 7:30 pm– Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts– 1028 Georgia Road, Franklin–
www.greatmountainmusic.com
December 17 & 18
Beginning Knife Making @ the JCGEP– 9:00am-2:00pm– Jackson County Green Energy Park, Dillsboro, NC– www.jcgep.org
Intermediate Blacksmithing @ the JCGEP– 2:30—7:30 pm– Jackson County Green Energy Park, Dillsboro, NC– www.jcgep.org
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December 6, 2011 at 04:38pm
December 5
Last Day of Cherokee Christmas Bazaar– 9:00am-5:00pm– Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds
Monday Night Mingle @ City Lights Café– 5:30– 8:30 @ City Lights Café– Call for information-828-587-2233
December 6
City Lights Café– Tuesday Takeover– 12:00pm– closing– Design your own Crepes-Savory- $7.95– Sweet- $5.95B– 828-587-2233
Sylva Garden Club Christmas Luncheon– 10:30am-12:30pm– Covered Dish Lunch @ the Jackson County Library
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program– 1:00– 2:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
TAI CHI I & II for Arthritis– 3:00– 4:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
December 7
Wonderful Wednesday– We Our Members ! Join us from 1:00– 4:00 for refreshments! Jackson County Chamber of Commerce and Travel & Tourism Authority.
December 8
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program– 1:00– 2:00pm Jackson County Department on Aging– 828-586-4944
Edward Jones Open House– 4:30– 7:30 7 Colonial Square, Sylva– Suite 100. Donations of non-perishable food accepted for United Christian Minis-tries.
The New Appalachia—WCU Mountain Heritage Center– 7:30pm– 828-227-7129
December 9
Food Pairing @ Heinzelmannchen– 5:00– 8:00pm– 545 Mill Street, Sylva– 828-631-4466– No Charge
The Polar Express– The Polar Express runs until December 24– Contact The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad for times and price. 800-872-4681– Departs from Bryson City Depot.
Erice Hendrix & Friends– 7:00– 9:00pm @ City Lights Café– 828-587-2233
Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra & the Pied Pipers– 7:30pm– FPAC– 828-227-2479
Annie Moses Band Christmas Show– 7:30 pm—Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts– Franklin
No Name Sports Pub– Caribbean Christmas Party– 9:00pm– 1:00am– No Name Sports Pub– 828-586-2750
December 9 & 10
Dillsboro Lights & Luminaries– 5:00– 8:00pm Downtown Dillsboro. Horse & Buggy rides (tips) 828-586-3891
December 10
Sylva Christmas Parade– 3:00pm Main Street Sylva– Winter Wonderland– 828-586-2719
Cashiers Christmas Parade– 12:00 pm Main Street Cashiers– 828-743-5191
Open House @ The Old Mill 1886– 10:00-5:00– The Old Mill 441 North– 828-497-6536
It’s By Nature Open House– 10:00– 5:00– Main Street Sylva– 828-631-3020
Second Annual Arts, Crafts & More Festival– 10:00am– 3:30 pm—National Guard Armory– 828-226-0045
Story Time for Young Children—11:00-1:00 City Lights Bookstore– 828-586-9499
Pictures with Santa– 1:00– 3:00 pm—City Lights Café– 582-587-2233
Angela Faye Martin- Live @ City Lights– 7:00pm-9:00pm– 828-587-2233
December 11
Jackson County Green Energy Park Open House– 12:00pm– 5:00pm– 828-631-0271
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November 28, 2011 at 01:41pm
November 28
North Jackson County GOP Meeting– 6:00– 7:00 pm Ryan’s in Sylva 828-743-6491
Monday Night Mingle @ City Lights Café– 5:30– 8:30 @ City Lights Café– Call for information-828-587-2233
November 29
City Lights Café– Tuesday Takeover– 12:00pm– closing– Design your own Crepes-Savory- $7.95– Sweet- $5.95B
November 30
Wonderful Wednesday– We Our Members ! Join us from 1:00– 4:00 for refreshments! Jackson County Chamber of Commerce and Travel & Tourism Authority.
December 2
Sylva After Dark– Stroll Downtown Sylva and enjoy a night of arts, music, dining, shopping and more– 6:00-9:00pm
It’s By Nature presents– Robin Whitley– 6:00– 9:00pm– 678 West Main Street– next door to Peebles– Wine & cheese– no charge
Food Pairing @ Heinzelmannchen– 5:00– 8:00pm– 545 Mill Street, Sylva– 828-631-4466– No Charge
The Polar Express– The Polar Express runs until December 24– Contact The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad for times and price. 800-872-4681– Departs from Bryson City Depot.
Earnie Haase & Signature Sound’s of Christmas Tour– Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts– 7:30pm -$25.00
December 2 & 3
Dillsboro Lights & Luminaries– 5:00– 8:00pm Downtown Dillsboro. Horse & Buggy rides (tips) 828-586-3891
WCU Madrigal Dinner– 6:30– 9:00pm—Grandroom of the A.K. Hinds University Center- $35.00 ($20 for WCU students) call for tickets–828-227-7206
December 3
Christmas in the Mountains– Indoor arts and craft show– Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center– 10:00-5:00– No Charge-www.stecoahvalleycenter.com
Open House @ The Old Mill 1886– 10:00-5:00– The Old Mill 441 North– 828-497-6536
GOP Annual Holiday Prayer Breakfast– 7:00-10:00am– Ryan’s in Sylva- 7828-743-6491
Cherokee Christmas Bazaar December 3-4 – 10:00– 8-00 Will close during the parade, but will re-open. Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds–828-554-6491
Cherokee Christmas Parade– 5:30 Main Street Cherokee
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November 23, 2011 at 12:04pm
For the 28th year, the Dillsboro Festival of Lights & Luminaries illuminates this mountain village the first two weekends in December.
In an era of electronic gadgetry and LED lights, Dillsboro’s celebration is a throwback. Adapted from a Scandinavian custom of lighting the way for the Christ child, more than 2,500 candles in white bags line the streets.
This year’s dates are Dec. 2-3 and Dec. 9-10. In addition to the luminaries on the streets, the town’s merchant “elves” trim their buildings, many of which date to the 1800s, in traditional white lights.
Once Dillsboro is aglow, carolers fill the streets, musicians stroll through town playing Christmas favorites, and Santa visits with children at Town Hall. Shopkeepers add to the merriment by staying open late and serving coffee, warm cider, hot chocolate and homemade goodies to visitors.
For the second straight year, horse-drawn carriage rides will be available both weekends.
“Folks tell us every year how genuine this event is and how much they enjoy it,” says Julie Spiro, tourism director for Jackson County. “It’s a nice combination of cool winter weather and warm holiday spirit.”
The Festival of Lights & Luminaries begins each evening at dusk and runs until 9 p.m. There is no admission charge and lodging is plentiful with more than half of Jackson’s County guest rooms located in Dillsboro or within a 15-minute drive.
For information, go to www.visitdillsboro.org, or call the Jackson County Visitors Center at (800) 962-1911.
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November 22, 2011 at 01:39pm
November 21-
Kunalini Yoga w/ Bob Bauer– 5:30-7:30, Fusions Spa & Healing Center– 96 West Sylva Shopping Area– 828-631-0232
Game Night @ City Lights Café & Bookstore– 6:00– 8:00pm– Call for details– 828-587-2233
November 22-
City Lights Café– Tuesday Takeover– 12:00pm– closing– Design your own Crepes-Savory- $7.95– Sweet- $5.95
Thanksgiving Lunch @ the Senior Center– 5:00pm in the Heritage Room @ the JC Department on Aging Senior Center– 100 County Services Park, Sylva. Bring your favorite Thanksgiving side dish to share w/ others! RSVP before 5:00 if you plan to attend. 828-586-4944
November 23-
Capital Christmas Tree- /the National Christmas Tree will make a stop @ the Cherokee Fairgrounds– 11:00 am– 3:00 pm.
November 24-
HAPPY THANKSGIVING from our Families to yours!!!
The Polar Express– The Polar Express runs until December 24– Contact The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad for times and price. 800-872-4681– De-parts from Bryson City Depot.
November 25-26-
Hard Candy Christmas– 24th annual Hard Candy Christmas Arts & Crafts Show @ the WCU Ramsey Center. $3.00 per person/Children under 12 free, 10:00am-5:00pm
Graham County Artisans Drive About– Self guided tour of Graham County artists studios & galleries. Detailed maps available @ the Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center– 10:00am-5:00pm each day
November 26-
Holiday Spa-rkle @ Fusions– Fusions staff invites you by for cookies & something warm to drink! 10% off Spa services you purchase that day. 10:30 am– 2:30 pm
Story Time for Kids– City Lights Bookstore– 11:00am– FREE
Event at Country Traditions– Join us for a cooking demo using the products we sell in the shop. 5:00pm-7:00pm– call for information 828-586-1600
November 27
Moscow’s Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker– Smoky Mountain Center for the performing Arts– Franklin– 2 Shows– 2:30 & 7:30 $30.00 admission.
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November 17, 2011 at 08:41am
Hunter.
The show has grown so much that a dozen artisans will be displaying outside the arena.
For show info, call Doris Hunter at (828) 524-3405, or visit: www.mountainartisans.net. For info on dining and lodging, call the Jackson County Visitors Center at (800) 962-1911.
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November 14, 2011 at 10:51am
November 14
Arthritis Foundation Walk With Ease Program– Continuing each Monday-Wednesday & Friday 3:30– 4:30, Department on Aging, 100 County Services Park, Sylva, $20 members $25 non-members.
Monday Night Mingle @ City Lights Café– 5:30– 8:30 @ City Lights Café– Call for information-828-586-2233
November 15
City Lights Café– Tuesday Takeover– 12:00pm– closing– Design your own Crepes-Savory- $7.95– Sweet- $5.95B
Bojangle Percent Night– Smoky Mountain Pregnancy Care Center– Eat at Bojangle’s and a % of the proceeds from sales 4:00-8:00 will be donated to SMPCC. Call for details– 828-293-360
The Miles Davis Experience– 7:30 pm WCU Bardo Arts Center- $5.00 students, $10.00 all others
November 16
Wonderful Wednesday– We 
Our Members ! Join us from 1:00– 4:00 for refreshments! Jackson County Chamber of Commerce and Travel & Tourism Authority.
November 17
Chamber & TTA Holiday Reception– 4:00-7:00 at the Historic Hooper House, Main Street Sylva, call 828-586-2155 to RSVP.
Gourmet Pasta Night @ City Lights Café– 5:00– 9:00 pm, Call for details– 828-587-2233
Yoga w/ Beth Johnson– 5:30-7:00 pm at Fusions Spa– 96 West Sylva Shopping Center- $11.00 per class
The Polar Express– The Polar Express runs until December 24– Contact The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad for times and price. 800-872-4681– Departs from Bryson City Depot.
November 18-
Help Prevent Falls– The Jackson County Department of Public Health & WCU presents a FREE event to help you identify your personal risk factors– 9:00am-12:00 @ the Senior Center– 100 County Services Park **Appointment Requires** call 828-587-8729 FREE
Live Music w/ American Gonzos– No Name Sports Pub– 9:00pm-2:00am Friday and Saturday Nights
November 19-
Story Time for Kids– City Lights Bookstore– 11:00am– FREE
Western Carolina Football– vs. Coastal Carolina– 2:00– Bob Waters Field, Cullowhee
Olive Bar Fundraiser for Community Table– Come support the Community Table– join us for an afternoon of great food, music and company for a good cause– $20.00—Call for information– 828-586-6782
Guy Penrod & Lynda Randle– Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts- $20.00– 7:30 pm
One year Anniversary Celebration– No Name Sports Pub– Saturday & Sunday– No Cover– Call for details– 828-586-2750
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October 20, 2011 at 02:33pm
Local non-profit Full Spectrum Farms will host its first Pumpkin Patch on the farm's land on Wayehutta Road, off Old Cullowhee Road in Cullowhee, NC. Attendees will be able to purchase and carve pumpkins, play traditional games, and create fall crafts including jack-o-lanterns, corn dolls, and leaf rubbings. Join us at the campfire; sing songs and hear stories. A 2 night stay at the Dillsboro Inn is one of the items to be raffled. Come see our rare white pumpkins.
The mission of Full Spectrum Farms is to serve adults with autism in Western NC by providing a farm community where individuals can live and work in a healthy, enriching environment. The farm emphasizes independence through meaningful work, recreation, and community involvement. Full Spectrum Farms currently provides pottery and gardening opportunities for individuals with autism as well as social gatherings and family support services.
Admission to this event is free. Raffle Tickets may be purchased at the door, at the West Carolina Internet Cafe in Dillsboro or by calling the Full Spectrum Farms' office at (828)293-2521. This Pumpkin Patch is supported by a grant from the Jackson County Department of Travel and Tourism and the Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Program. For further information contact the farm at 828-293-2521 or info@fullspectrumfarms.org
WHO: Full Spectrum Farms, Inc
WHAT: Pumpkin Patch –Family Fun – Games, Crafts, Raffle, Pumpkins for Sale
WHEN: Saturday, October 29, 2011, Noon to 5p.m.
WHERE: 1185 Wayehutta Road, Cullowhee, Jackson County, NC
WHY: Fundraiser
CONTACT: Teresa Dowd, info@fullspectrumfarms.org or 828-293-2521
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