Celebrating our 5th season of Holiday Artisan Markets in Cedar Mountain! Join us for your early holiday shopping with our amazing line up of 25+ local vendors from 11:30-4:30 on Sunday, Dec 1st. Naughty or Nice—Take your picture once or twice! Santa will be in the North Pole kids’ zone from 12-3pm! Cedar Mountain Moonshine is also hosting a TOY DRIVE during the market to benefit a community impacted by the hurricane. Please consider bringing something special for a child ages 0-12 to donate. Thank you! We have WNC LIVE Christmas Trees available during the market located at the tree farm booth by Sundaze...
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In this three-hour workshop, participants will explore creative uses of flowers as common as those growing in their own backyards. Participants will go home with a glass jar with lid that they will decorate with dried flowers. In addition to the creativity, participants will have the option to take a guided tour of the historical Allison-Deaver House with Transylvania County Historical Society president, Marjorie...
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Relax, Unwind, and Be Well in Transylvania County Breathe in… and breathe out. Do you hear that? It’s the sound of life’s hectic moments melting away in the peaceful mountain oasis that is Transylvania County. Here, you can find calm moments in the company of nature as you take in the awe of an unending vista, soak up the sunlit canopy of the forests, and find your balance through movement and relaxation. Ready to find your inner peace? Let’s go. Find your zen outside. With 100,000+ acres of public lands to explore in the county, there’s plenty of room to spread out and find your moments of zen in nature. One increasingly popular way to enjoy the calm and rich, sensory experience of the outdoors is through forest bathing. Forest bathing is a practice that engages your senses to find a deeper connection with nature. To get the most out of this relaxing experience, make sure to turn off your devices to decrease distractions, move slowly along a trail, take deep breaths, and check in often to observe what is around you. You can also find serenity while admiring Transylvania’s naturally beautiful views. Of course, the Land of Waterfalls has many cascades to explore. If a mountain vista sounds more like your idea of peace, there are several incredible overlooks that await. Maybe the river is calling your name. Whether you decide to cast a line or paddle your way through mountain streams, our rivers are sure to help you decompress. Mindful...
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The 2024 Orchestra Series comes to a rousing close with Jean Sibelius’s triumphant Symphony No. 5. At once mystical and majestic, one is forever moved by the iconic “Swan Theme” and the drama of the six final chords. Brahms’s Schicksalslied is often dubbed his “Little Requiem.” This timeless setting of Friedrich Hölderlin’s poetry features the Brevard Festival Chorus in a deeply personal commentary on existence, fate, and hope. FEATURING Brevard Music Center Orchestra and Chorus Sebastian Lang-Lessing,...
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Keith Lockhart conducts the music of Wynton Marsalis in this momentous capstone concert of an extraordinary weeklong residency. Tai Murray makes her Brevard debut in Wynton’s jazzy, bluesy Violin Concerto, a tour de force for orchestra and soloist. Then, Wynton and the JLCO join with Lockhart and the BMCO for Marsalis’s masterwork “The Jungle,” inspired by the fluid, pressure-packed, and cosmopolitan metropolis of New York City. FEATURING Brevard Music Center Orchestra Keith Lockhart, conductor Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Tai Murray,...
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Celebrate the culmination of the 2024 Blue Ridge Guitar Camp when we present the 3rd annual North Carolina Guitar Celebration concert hosted by iconic guitarist Bryan Sutton. FEATURING Del McCoury, Jerry Douglas, Sara Watkins and Sean Watkins of Nickel Creek (The Watkins Family Hour), Jerron Paxton, Kaia Kater, Chris Eldridge, Jake Workman, Courtney Hartman, Michael Daves, Charlotte Carrivick, Barry Bales, Casey Driessen, Bennett Sullivan, and Woody...
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Brevard College will host its second annual Sidewalk Art Competition on Saturday, April 27th from 11:00 AM until 4:00 PM in Robbins Plaza (the courtyard outside of the Myers Dining Hall). Located on the campus of Brevard College, the festival is free to the public. Sidewalk art will feature local college and high school students. There will also be live music, llamas, a kid’s chalk play area, cornhole, and other fun activities. The competition is open to all Brevard College students, as well as local 10-12 high school students, and the public is encouraged to stop by to watch the live drawings and admire the finished products. Participants submit their ideas in advance and are approved by Visual Arts faculty members in order to compete. Each age group is eligible to win a total of $500 in cash rewards and gift certificates to BC Outfitters, the Brevard College gear shop. Contest rules dictate that each drawing must remain within the designated square area and that no spray fixatives may be used. In addition to chalk distributed by Brevard College, participants may bring their own sidewalk chalk. All materials must be temporary and washable with soap and water. College students and high school students will not compete with each other. “This event is a great opportunity for our art students to show off their art skills free to the public,” said organizer and faculty member, Sean Parrish. “The best part of the day is seeing the community gather on campus...
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Learn to make a handcrafted Leather Catch All Tray at Newfound Artisan! Join us for a fun and creative workshop where you can learn to make your own stylish leather catch all tray. This hands-on event will take place at our location on West Jordan Street in Brevard, NC, USA. No experience is necessary – just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to craft a unique and practical leather tray to keep all your essentials organized. See you...
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Join us for a fun afternoon at the Nora Jane Montgomery’s workshop to Build a Handcrafted Birdhouse! Let your creativity soar as you design and create your very own birdhouse from scratch. This hands-on event is perfect for all skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a beginner, Nora Jane will guide you through the process. Materials will be provided, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm and imagination. The birdhouse will be specifically designed for an Eastern Screech Owl which is a species in decline in our region. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn a new skill and create something beautiful for your feathered...
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Join us for a cozy evening of community and creativity. Bring your favorite piece of clothing in need of repair or simply come to learn and connect with others. Our skilled facilitator, Shilo Broadway, will be on hand to guide you through the process of mending and upcycling. This event is a wonderful opportunity to slow down, relax, and revitalize your wardrobe. We can’t wait to see you...
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Join us for a cozy evening of community and creativity. Bring your favorite piece of clothing in need of repair or simply come to learn and connect with others. Our skilled facilitator, Shilo Broadway, will be on hand to guide you through the process of mending and upcycling. This event is a wonderful opportunity to slow down, relax, and revitalize your wardrobe. We can’t wait to see you...
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Come join us at Newfound Artisan on West Jordan Street in Brevard, NC, USA for a fun and informative event all about the art of Sashiko. This in-person workshop will teach you the basics of this traditional Japanese form of decorative reinforcement stitching. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a complete beginner, this event is perfect for anyone looking to learn a new skill and create beautiful designs. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to explore the world of...
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