Every Month
Andrews Art Museum
The museum is open Friday-Sunday from 1-5 pm. Call Margaret at 828-361-8602 for more information.
Bi-monthly Saturday Night Dances
Bi-monthly Saturday night dances at the John C. Campbell Folk School, 8-11 pm. Contra and square dances for adults, children, beginners, singles, and couples, with live music and callers from near and far. Visit the John C. Campbell Folk School web site or call 828-837-2775 or 800-365-5724 for more information or www.folkschool.org.
Fireside Friday
Second Friday of every month, featuring local writers, poets, and musicians. 5-7 pm. at Curiosity Shop Bookstore.
Folk School Concerts
Folk School Concerts are open to the public. They are scheduled for most (but not all) Friday evenings at 7:30 pm. The public is welcome to enjoy a public display of Folk School student crafts from 6:40-7:00 pm in the Keith House Community Room, where the concerts are held. Free Admission.
Heritage Partners
The Hertiage Partners will meet the 3rd Thursday of each month at Murphy Electric Power Board, 5.00 p.m. Visit www.heritagepartners.org for more information.
Murphy Mornings
Open Saturdays from 10 am- 2pm, April-October in the pocketparks on the corners of Peachtree and Tennessee streets, downtown Murphy, featuring Cedar Valley Farmer's Market; quilters and crafters welcome. For more information call Jeremiah Smith at 828-361-7505.
Murphy Public Library
Story time for preschoolers and caregivers every Monday at 10 a.m. Enjoy books, music, rhymes, and fun. It's free! For more information, call Children's Librarian Maureen McGee at 828-837-2025.
Music in the Shoppes of Murphy
The 1st Friday of each month, March thru October, a live band performs from 7-10 p.m. The 3rd Friday of each month is Dance Night at the Daily Grind. Other events include wine tastings. For more information contact the Daily Grind at 828-835-7322.
Monthly Events
Calendar of Events for 2010
January
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February
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March
19-21
Chautauqua Andrews
Experience Chautauqua Spring Weekend. A great opportunity to experience the performing arts in Cherokee County. There will be entertainment for everyone in the family, including storytellling, historical drama, Appalachian Folk music and Andrews Middle and High School choruses. For more detailed information information , check the Chautauqua Andrews website at www.chautauquaandrews.org.
20
Empty Bowls
from 5-7 pm at the John C. Campbell Folk School. Tickets: $25 (includes a handmade bowl by a local potter, soup, bread, salad and dessert). Support our local food banks while sharing a hearty meal with friends and enjoying a fun evening at the Folk School. Call: 828-837-2775 or 800-356-5724 for more information.
April
3
Bass Fishing Tournament
Tri-County Bass Club and Tri-County Community College Foundation present Fishing for Scholarships 2010 on beautiful Lake Chatuge in Hayesville. Blast Off 7:00 am (around safelight), Weigh In 4:00 pm. The tournament is for two-person teams, artificial lures only, with a limit of five fish per boat. Largemouth, Smallmouth, Shoal, and Spotted Bass will be weighed. For registration information or more ways to get involved, contact Monica Holley at 828-835-4238 or Dotie Ortega at 828-835-4038.
30
Concert
will be held at the Hilda D. Glenn Auditorium, Clegg Fine Arts Building at Young Harris, GA, 8 pm. For more information call: 706-379-3428.
May
2
Concert
will be held at the Hilda D. Glenn Auditorium, Clegg Fine Arts Building, Young Harris, GA, 3 pm. For more information call: 706-379-3428.
19
Cherokee County Chamber Golf Classic
Join the Cherokee County Chamber for a day of golf and good fun Wednesday, May 19, 1 pm at Cherokee Hills Golf Course. There will be prizes for individuals and teams. Come out and support your chamber. Call: 828-837-2242 for more information.
21-22
American Cancer Society Relay for Life
Walk to raise money for American Cancer Society. Begins at 7:00 pm and will continue all night with closing ceremony Saturday morning. For more information call Rod Springer:828-837-9180 or Barbara Hughes: 828-837-6821.
June
5
Murphy Spring Festival
Downtown Murphy. Crafts, food, music, antique car show, family fun, including a kid's corner. For more information call Barbara Hughes: 828-837-6821.
12
Annual Gala and Benefit Auction
4-8 pm at the John C. Campbell Folk School. Please join us for an exciting afternoon of lively entertainment, delicious food and traditional craft and fine art. Proceeds will benefit the Folk School's craft programs. For more information call: 828-837-2775 or 800-365-5724 or visit www.folkschoo.org.
26
Andrews Music & Trout Festival
sponsored by the Andrews Chamber of Commerce. In addition to the main festival, there will be food and music each Friday night prior to the 26th. For more information call 828-321-3584.
27-July 4
53rd Wagon Train
will gather in Andrews. Saddle up to ride and explore the area in and around Andrews and the Valley River Valley with the nation's oldest wagon train. For more informaton call:828-321-2376.
July
3
Andrews Fourth of July Celebration
will be held at Andrews Recreation Park. Food, music, contests, fireworks, and food. For more information call Ray Frazier: 828-321-2135.
3
Murphy Fourth of July Celebration
Celebrate our nation's birthday with a good old-fashioned hometown celebration! From the 5-K Run to a parade, great food, music, crafters, kids' games and more events than you can shake a stick at. It all starts at 8 am and ends with a spectacular fireworks display at dark. Organized by the Business Women of Cherokee County, Town of Murphy and the Recreation Dept. The event draws thousands of visitors from near and far. Highlights include a fly-over, "Peanut Drop", and greased pig contest and is held in the Konehete Park in downtown Murphy. Contact Jamie Keener for more information: 828-837-8851.
10
Shape Note Singing
at the John C. Campbell Folk School from 10 am-3 pm. Originally published in 1866, William Walker's Christian Harmony is the oldest seven shape collection to have remained in continuous use, primarily in Western North Carolina and North Georgia. The Folk School's annual singing draws more than 70 singers from four states. Visitors are welcome to join the singing as well as to bring a covered dish to share for the potluck. For more information call: 828-837-2775 or 800-365-5724.
10
Bubbles in the Park
1-4 pm will be held in the Konehete Park. Water play, bubble play and ice cream. For more information call Family Resources: 828-837-3460.
August
September
4
10th Annual Heritage Walk & Festival
Enjoy a step back in time with this celebration of Cherokee County. Enjoy all-day historic walking tours and a heritage festival celebrating area artists, crafters, growers, food, live stage entertainment, and more. All events are free and open to the public. For more information call Barbara Hughes: 828-837-6821 or visit www.heritagepartners.org.
18
Kids' Fair
will be held in the Konehete Park in downtown Murphy from 10 am-4 pm. For more information call Family Resources: 828-837-3460.
October
2-3
Folk School Fall Festival
10 am-5 pm. Celebrate the rich heritage of the Appalachians at the annual Fall Festival, featuring approximately 200 crafts people. Continous live music and dancing, craft demonstrations, good food, and much more. For more informtion call: 828-837-2775/800-365-5724 or visit www.folkschool.org.
9
15 Annual Cherokee County Chamber Chili Cook Off
Competition for trophies for the best chili based on judges and public vote. For more information call: 828-837-2242.
30
Halloween Festival
at Family Resources from 4-8 pm. Free cotton candy & popcorn. For more information call: 828-837-3460.
November
7
Annual Blacksmith Auction
2-5 pm at the John C. Campbell Folk School features some of the finest artist-blacksmith work, as well as other unique, handcrafted items. For more information call: 828-837-2775/800-365-5724 or visit www.folkschool.org.
19
The Murphy Hometown Christmas Celebration
begins at 6 pm, Friday with a tree lighting ceremony, music and entertainment. Shopping day will be Saturday , November 20, complete with Santa strolling around town and merchants offering incentives to shoppers such as sales, snacks, etc. For more information call Barbara Hughes: 828-837-6821.
December
4
Hometown Christmas Parade
Downtown Murphy. Crafts, food, entertainment, and parade. The events begin at 2 pm. For more information call Barbara Hughes: 828-837-6821.
5
Fireside Sale
at John C. Campbell Folk School 10-5 pm. Stroll through the beautifully decorated Keith House. Cozy up to the fire in the Community Room and shop for holiday gifts made by local and regional artists. For more information call: 828-837-2775/800-365-5724 or visit www.folkschool.org.
11
Andrews Night Time Christmas Parade
Downtown Andrews Parade. Contact Wendell or Sarah Hedden for more information: 828-321-4377.
14
Santa
will be at Murphy Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall from 3-5 pm. Sponsored by Family Resources. For more information call: 828-837-3460.
31
16th Annual New Year's Eve Possum Drop
At Clay's Corner in Brasstown, NC. Ring in the New Year with a Miss Possum Contest, bluegrass music, Little Brasstown Church Choir, the Blessing, cider and good clean fun. For more information call: 828-837-3797.
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