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Events for the week of 07/08/2012
| Horn in the West: Boone, NC |
 Date: 6/15 - 08/11
The High Country's acclaimed outdoor drama "Horn in the West" returns this summer for its 61st season, but don't expect what you saw last year. This year, they have a totally new cast.
The production will again be directed by Julie Richardson. The script will be similar to last year's adaptation. This time, however, they will tighten up the scene changes and do more with the atmosphere.
Local auditions started on February 11 at 9 AM in the Valborg Theatre on the campus of Appalachian State University.
Horn in the West details pioneer struggles during the Revolutionary War and is a long-standing High Country tradition, attracting actors, technicians and audience members from all over the country.
In addition to local auditions, the show finds actors through the Institute of Outdoor Drama auditions and South Eastern Theatre Conference auditions.
Tickets are $18 for adults and $9 for children. Discounts are available. Check out the website for more information on auditions or to purchase tickets.
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| Sugar Mountain Resort's Fourth of July Sports Shop Sale |
 Date: 7/4 - 7/08
This 4th of July we're opening our ski shop to offer you 30-70% Off EVERYTHING in the Shop. NO EXCEPTIONS! Visit us Wednesday, July 4th through Sunday, July 8th ONLY from 10 am until 6 pm.
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| Blowing Rock Parks & Recreation: Monday Night Concert Series |
 Date: 7/9 - 7/09
The Monday Night Concert Series will begin it's 13th season in 2012 in Blowing Rock, NC. Concerts are held in the Broyhill Park, Gazebo on the lake off of Clark Street. Performance begins at 7:00pm and the alternative inclement rain location is the American Legion Building off of Park Ave.
The Monday Night Concert Series began as a spin off of the Farm House Inn and Restaurant that was located in Blowing Rock from the 1950's until 1997. Concerts will sometimes feature a Farm House alumnus and has recently been promoting live music by local talent. The goal of the Monday Night Concert Series has always been to support rising talent and share a variety of music with residents and visitors to the town of Blowing Rock.
Concerts are free and open to the public. They are sponsored by the Blowing Rock Parks and Recreation.
Dates this Summer:
06/25/12 - Amy Young
07/09/12 - Amy Young
07/23/12 - The Walker Family Bluegrass Band
08/06/12 - Jonathan Maness
08/20/12 - John Woodall
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| Bayou Weekly Summer Concert: The Whip Daddy's |
 Date: 7/11 - 7/11
As you all know that attended last year this is a FREE concert that we put on every Wednesday starting at 6:00 PM throughout the summer. What better way to celebrate hump day then with some live music and ...the coldest drinks in the High Country. So come out, sit on the deck, grab a cold one, and enjoy some music with friends. Our drink specials for Wednesday are Abita Strawberry beer, Hurricanes(on the rocks or frozen), and Wine Amnesty.
This week's music is The Whip Daddy's!
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| Grandfather Mountain: 57th Annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games |
 Date: 7/12 - 7/15
Brawny athletes, delicate dancers, noisy bagpipe band parades, rocking Celtic music and a spectacular highland setting makes this colorful celebration of Scottish culture the best highland games in America. Admission charged.
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| The Bear: Assault on Grandfather |
 Date: 7/12 - 7/12
Time: 07:00 pm - 08:00 pm
A five-mile road race that climbs 1,568 feet in elevation from Linville to the summit of Grandfather Mountain. Part of the opening day of the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games. Runners must pre-register.
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| Banner Elk Chamber Summer Concert in the Park: Dashboard Blue |
 Date: 7/12 - 7/12
Concert starts at 6:30 PM and is held at the Tate Evans Town Park stage off Highway 194 behind the Bank of America. There will be raffle tickets sold for wonderful prizes and a cash drawing. There will be several food vendors from which to choose or you can bring your own. Come unwind with us, "shake a leg" on the dance floor, listen to great music and socialize with wonderful people. Friendly well-behaved dogs are permitted on a leash.
About the Band: Dashboard Blue is a five piece band based in Asheville, NC with 25+ years of professional experience playing and entertaining at venues of all sizes. Always a crowd favorite, Dashboard Blue plays a wide variety of music including Rock, R&B, 50’s, Disco, Funk, Pop, Beach, Country and a few classics. All those great timeless tunes that we loved to hear coming from the dashboard radio, arranged with tight harmonies and danceable grooves. We will tailor our program to fit your needs. Our music is great for private parties, weddings, clubs, festivals, corporate events, conventions, country clubs and fund raisers. Musical influences include Doobie Brothers, Jimmy Buffet, Eagles, Motown, James Taylor, Stevie Ray Vaughn, James Brown and many others. Dashboard Blue is dedicated to a quality sound and a fun filled engaging experience for our audience. Dashboard Blue desires to be involved in the life of our community and is also available to donate live music for worthy charitable events. For additional information check our website at www.dashboardblue.com If you need quality 'Live Music' for your next event, please consider "Cruisin' with Dashboard Blue".
About the Sponsor: Mountain Sotheby’s International Realty offers a comprehensive agent and client support system. Emphasizing an innovative marking approach, custom marketing plans, and personal attention from the most knowledgeable agents in Western North Carolina, and Eastern Tennessee. Positioned conveniently along the Blue Ridge Parkway, they service the towns of Asheville, Banner Elk, Beech Mountain, Blowing Rock, Boone, Bristol, Butler, Charlotte, Creston, Crossnore, Deep Gap, Elkin, Elizabethton, Foscoe, Glendale Springs, Johnson City, Kingsport, Lake James, Linville, Newland, Purlear, Spruce Pine, Sugar Mountain, Valle Crucis or West Jefferson and many other local communities each with their own unique charm and character.
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| Grandfather Mountain: 57th Annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games |
 Date: 7/12 - 7/15
Brawny athletes, delicate dancers, noisy bagpipe band parades, rocking Celtic music and a spectacular highland setting makes this colorful celebration of Scottish culture the best highland games in America. Admission charged. For more details, click on the website or call 800-468-7325 or 828-733-2013.
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| The Bear: Assault on Grandfather |
 Date: 7/12 - 7/12
Time: 07:00 pm - 08:00 pm
A five-mile road race that climbs 1,568 feet in elevation from Linville to the summit of Grandfather Mountain. Part of the opening day of the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games. Runners must pre-register.
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| Tweetsie Railroad - Bob The Builder |
 Date: 7/13 - 7/15
Show Times: 11 AM, 1:00 PM & 3:00 PM
Join the Can-Do Crew when Bob the Builder performs his interactive Sing-Along Performance, singing, dancing and looking for spiring builders in your town.
He will also be available to pose with the kids and families for photos after each show (in the Hacienda tent). Don't forget to bring your camera to capture this special day!
First-come, first-served seating
Reservations not required
15-minute shows are included with regular park admission
For more details or to buy tickets, please go the web site or call 1-877-893-3874.
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| The Grandfather Mountain Marathon |
 Date: 7/14 - 7/14
Time: 07:00 am - 12:00 pm
Billed as "America's Toughest" marathon. Part of Highland Games. Admission charged.
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| The Grandfather Mountain Marathon |
 Date: 7/14 - 7/14
Time: 07:00 am - 12:00 pm
Billed as "America's Toughest" marathon. Part of Highland Games. Admission charged.
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