Dahlias may not be the first flower that comes to mind when one thinks of Western North Carolina. However, Carolina Flowers, a three-acre specialty cut flower farm in Marshall, is challenging the reputation of dahlias in the mountains.
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Spruce Pine BBQ & Bluegrass Festival
The Rotary Club of Spruce Pine hosts its Eighth Annual Spruce Pine BBQ & Bluegrass Festival Friday, July 19, from 4–10 p.m. and Saturday, July 20, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Riverside Park. The event features live music by local and regional musicians, award-winning barbecue, clogging performances, craft vendors and children’s activities.
Folkmoot International Festival Set for July 18-28
The 36th annual Folkmoot International Festival will take place from Thursday, July 18, through Sunday, July 28. There will be 24 separate events held across the WNC region during the eleven-day festival, including international folk dance performances, live music, parades, and events celebrating food trucks, craft beer and artisans.
Southern Highland Craft Guild Hosts Summer Fair
Hosted by the Southern Highland Craft Guild, the fair will feature work from almost 160 makers, including contemporary and traditional work in clay, wood, metal, glass, fiber, natural materials, paper, leather, mixed media and jewelry.
From the Editor
Summertime, and the livin’ is easy.... Fresh fruits and vegetables are plentiful at farmers markets and in our own little gardens.
Natural Dyes Explored at Penland Gallery
The Penland Gallery’s newest exhibition, Further Evidence: The Art of Natural Dyes, will run through July 14. The exhibition was conceived by Penland Gallery director Kathryn Gremley and curator Catharine Ellis.
Summertime in the River Arts District
Asheville’s River Arts District artists continue to dazzle during Second Saturday festivities on July 13, with most studios open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Outdoors: RiverFest 2019
On Saturday, July 20, RiverLink will host the Anything That Floats Parade along the French Broad River. The parade will culminate with RiverFest at New Belgium Brewery. All proceeds from the two events go directly back to RiverLink to support programs that serve the local community.
Street to Studio at Grovewood Gallery
July Brings Comedy to The Magnetic Theatre
The Gallery at Flat Rock: Retrospective of Icard’s Work
Flat Rock Playhouse: Separate Beds and All Shook Up
Book Feature: Lace Curtain
SART Presents Something’s Afoot! in July
The Grape Vine: The Art of The Wash
DB bar D Outfitters
Balsam Ridge Gallery
Brevard Music Center Summer Festival Highlights
In Bloom: Fireweed
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