Where local music, local food, local vendors and local brews come together for one of the coolest festivals on the French Broad River! Hosted by the Pretty Little Goat Stringband, the Paddle to the Pork Music Festival is all about celebrating life on the river. Whether you drive in or paddle in, this is an authentic Western North Carolina event you don’t want to miss. This year, the Goats are welcoming special guest Dave Desmelik to the stage. Doors Open at Noon. Music Starts at 1pm. Local Vendors will be on site, along with the Beer Tent. BBQ Truck will be on site to Purchase BBQ Plates. (If you purchased BBQ with original tickets in Fall of 2022 you will have food tickets to get your BBQ Plates at event) Want to paddle-in to the festival? Park your car early at the Headwaters Campground (festival grounds) at 8:30 and be shuttled to the put-in. Enjoy a 3 hour canoe or kayak trip on the first 8 miles of the Historic French Broad River and paddle right to the festival. ***Must Register in advance along with ticket purchase Don’t want to paddle? We have a general parking area, where you can park and walk into festival, or you can drive in to the music venue and set-up an... Read More
Mountain Love Song Shannon Whitworth and Woody Platt offer up their Valentine’s Day Tips If you’re looking for a sweet spot to spend your Valentine’s Day, then Transylvania County is the natural choice. The waterfalls. The high peaks. The windy paths, which can transition from thick evergreen foliage, even in winter, to quiet forest glades are about as close to fairytale romance as you’re going to get, absent animated bluebirds and a friendly unicorn. It’s pretty easy to fall in love in Transylvania County; it’s maybe even easier to fall in love with Transylvania County. Just ask the locals. Wife and husband Shannon Whitworth and Woody Platt are widely known for their impressive multi-hyphenate artistic careers (she is a singer-songwriter as well as a celebrated visual artist; he is Grammy®-winning bluegrass musician, professional fly fisherman, and was a founding member of the Steep Canyon Rangers). But at home in Brevard, they are also dedicated parents and passionate advocates for what makes the place they live so special. As they gear up for a very special dual concert at Brevard Music Center’s Parker Concert Hall on February 28th, we asked them about what makes Valentine’s Day in Transylvania County worth singing about: Q&A Q&A: With Valentine’s Day approaching, what are your favorite romantic spots around Transylvania County? Shannon: My idea of the perfect Valentine’s Day is heading into the woods or hitting a trail that leads to some wonderful water. Woody: I love the waterfalls and rivers, both the obvious and the more tucked... Read More
You’re invited to shop local this season at the Cedar Mtn Holiday Artisan Market at Cedar Mtn Moonshine/Studio276! •Over 20 local vendors! •Velvet Cup Coffee Truck on-site for hot coffee and delicious mini donuts! •Take your photo with Santa! •The Moonshine tasting room + gallery will be open! •Family friendly event *backup weather location will be the Cedar Mtn Community Center across the street-can’t miss it! *vendors prefer cash in case of bad WiFi behavior... Read More
The Connestee Art League will once again be holding its Art in the Park on the property of the Brevard Elementary School. 100% of the exhibitor fees will be donated to the art department of the elementary school. We will have approximately 30 exhibitors whose talents include painting, fabric arts, jewelry, pottery, wood crafts, etc. You name it, we have it. Please come out and support your local artists! The rain date will be October... Read More
This time, the event is on, rain or shine! Enjoy a tour of the 1815 Allison Deaver House, the oldest frame house west of the Blue Ridge Mountains, as well as craft booths, artisans at work, mountain music, presenters, and children’s activities. Featuring the Junior Appalachian Musicians Ensemble Ravensbrook Road, Skyward Blue, Lynn Goldsmith, and the Jeter Mountain Band. Bring the family, a blanket, or chairs, and join us for the day. ... Read More
Cedar Mountain Cool The Latest Word on a Small Community with Plenty of Big Fun Once a secret gem of a spot, the tiny, scenic hamlet of Cedar Mountain has become one of Transylvania County’s liveliest and most rewarding communities. It’s a great place to kick back and enjoy delicious food and beverages in an area full of art and fantastic hangouts. An excellent day trip while visiting Brevard, Cedar Mountain is perfect for catching your breath on the doorstep of outdoor adventure. Here are a few great places to get a sense of what makes Cedar Mountain so special: 1 1 FALL(s) IN LOVE For many visitors to Brevard and Transylvania County, Cedar Mountain is the entry point to DuPont State Recreational Forest. This beloved 12,500-acre state forest has trails, woodlands, beautiful views, and some of Transylvania County’s most popular waterfalls, including High Falls, Triple Falls, and Hooker Falls, as well as Wintergreen Falls, Grassy Creek Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls. Nearby Connestee Falls also offers up gorgeous views of a spectacular plunge from an accessible viewing area. 2 2 THROW THINGS Long known for its pottery studios and local art scene, Cedar Mountain is a great place to check in on what’s coming off the wheel. See what’s new at Studio 276, Mud Dabbers Pottery, Cedar Mountain Pottery, Lezard Brevard, and Hemlock’s Studio, and perhaps get inspired to take up a new hobby. 3 3 SIP AND SNACK Cedar Mountain has a host of delightful and unconventional... Read More
FREE SHOW! FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE! 6PM – Doors 7PM – Very Jerry Band https://www.facebook.com/veryjerryband 8:30PM – Momma Molasses https://www.facebook.com/mommamolasses 9PM – Songs from the Road Band https://www.facebook.com/songsfromtheroadband EchoMix Entertainment, Pilot Cove, and Ecusta Brewing are teaming up to bring you an incredible backyard bash, celebrating the new space Ecusta is moving into, and giving the old place a worthy farewell! On July 9, 2022, EME and PCA will present Songs From the Road Band, Very Jerry Band, and Momma Molasses on the back lawn of Ecusta Brewing! This FREE show will be first come, first serve, and there is a limited capacity. Papa’s Express Food Truck will be on site! Pilot Cove Amphitheater will be hosting the remaining 2nd Saturdays Live shows August 13th, Reggae Ska Dance Craze (New York Ska-Jazz / Regatta 69 / Teso Mcdonald) and September 10th, Hometown Throwdown (Jeff Sipe and Friends / John Trufant Band / Juan Holladay) at the beautiful amphitheater tucked into Pisgah Forest. Parking for Pilot Cove and Ecusta Events are at The Hub. If you have purchased tickets to the July 9th event, those tickets will be redeemable at either the August 13th / September 10th Pilot Cove concerts, or are refundable. Tickets available at www.etix.com for other Pilot Cove Events. Help us celebrate a great team of hardworking people at Ecusta as they look toward a bright future serving up more brews in a spacious new brewery and tasting... Read More
GRAMMY® Award-winners, Billboard chart-toppers, and local favorite, the Rangers return to the stage at Brevard Music Center for another not-to-be-missed North Carolina summer tradition.
Do you remember the feeling you had the first time you saw Lord of the Rings? Or the way you laughed out loud at The Producers? Or the excitement of the love between Curley and Laurey in Oklahoma? Relive some of your favorite moments just like it was happening for the first time except this time the music is played just for you by YOUR orchestra! The program will include music from the stage, page, and screen: arr. Chase — Broadway Tonight! Richard Rogers — Oklahoma! Selections for Orchestra Stephen Sondheim — Send in the Clowns from A Little Night Music Andrew Lloyd-Webber — Selections from Phantom of the Opera Mel Brooks — Selections from The Producers John Williams — Main Theme from Angela’s Ashes Howard Shore — music from The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the... Read More
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