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.
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, 828-837-5143.
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.
Street Dance
March of Dimes Street Dances will be held Friday night July through August from 6 to 9 pm in the parking lot of Liberty Tax Service and Job Link. Entry fee $2 students and $3 adults. All proceeds go to March of Dimes. No drugs or alcoholic beverages allowed. Contact Laura Rivers: 828-835-3549.
Monthly Events
Calendar of Events for 2009
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April
May
2-16
Cherokee County Senior Games
are set for May 2-May 16 at the Murphy High School track. Seniors age 55 or better before December 31, 2009 are eligible to participate. For more information call cordinators Paul Napolitano 828-837-6411 or Jim Bent 828-835-3202. www.cherokeecounty-nc.gov
8
Hiwassee River Watershed Coalition
invites the public to its 3rd Annual Wine Tasting Fundraiser starting at 5:30 pm at Crane Creek Vineyards in Young Harris, GA. Free wine tasting as well as light hors d'oeuvres. Live music. Non-alcoholic beverages served. For more details and directions visit www.hrwc.net or call 828-837-5414 or 877-863-7388.
16
Dead Rockers Live Concert Event
Mike T.will be performing as Roy Orbinson at Raging Rivers. Show starts at 5 pm with "Sundown" the highly popular Rock & Country band. Hotdogs, snacks & drinks available. Bikers welome-preferred parking for street rod & custom. Directions: 12 miles west of Bryson City, NC on US 19/74. Donations only to benefit "Light on the Mountain" Childrens Center. Call: 828-837-0764 or 877-837-0764 for more information.
20
Cherokee County Chamber Golf Classic
4 man best ball format. Join the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce for a day of golf and good fun Wednesday, May 20, 1 pm at Cherokee Hills Golf Course. There will be prizes for individuals and teams. Come out and support your chamber. Deadline to register and pay is Monday, May 11. Cost is $220 per team. Call: 828-837-2242 for more information.
29-30
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.
June
6
Murphy Spring Festival
Downtown Murphy. Crafts, food, music, antique car show, family fun, including a kid's corner and barbeque. 10 am -4 pm. For more information call Barbara Hughes: 828-837-6821 or Cherokee County County Chamber at 828-837-2242.
6
Annual Fishing Derby
The U.S. Forest Service along with the N.C. Cooperative extension service 4-H program and local sponsors, are offering the annual fishing derby for kids from 7-10:30 am at Cherokee Lake. Pre-registration can be made at the U.S. Forest Service office from 8 am to 4:30 pm. Registration will begin on site at 7 am. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Snacks, drinks and bait will be provided, but kids need to bring their own fishing poles. Kids 6 and under will fish from the bank and 7-12 year-olds will fish on the pier. For details call: 837-5152.
27-July 4
52nd 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 nations's oldest wagon train. It will parade through Andrews on July 4 at 2:00 pm. For more information call: 828-321-2376.
27
Fourth Annual Andrews Valley Music Festival
Previous events have brought thousands of folks to listen to music, shop and dine in our beautiful mountains. Music stages will be at the Andrews Recreation Park on Main Street. There will be fun for the entire family, with contests, a petting zoo, a clown, magicians, and the Kidzone. The Festival is free to the public. For more information call: 828-321-3584 or visit www.AndrewsValleyMusicFestival.com.
27
Brasstown Music & Arts Fest
Presented by Overlook Brasstown. Giving back to the community 10 am -4 pm at Overlook Brasstown on John Mason Road. Good food, music, local arts and crafts. Admission is free. All proceeds from sponsors will go to benefit local charities including the Cherokee and Clay County Local Food Banks. Call: 828-835-7416 for more information.
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July
4
Andrews Fourth of July Celebration
Will be held at Andrews Recreation Park. Food, music, contests, fireworks, and fun. For more information call Ray Frazier: 828-321-2135.
4
Murphy Hometown Fourth of July Celebration
Celebrate our nations's birthday with a good old-fashioned hometown celebration! From the 5-K run to, great food, music, crafters, kids games, cake walk, fishing tournament 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 at Konehete Park in downtown Murphy. Contact Jamie Keener at 828-837-8851 for more information.
11
17th Annual Christian Harmony Shape-Note Singing
10:30 am- 3:00 pm. Pot luck "Dinner On the Grounds" 12:30 pm. Admission to the singing is free. Location: Music Studio, Davidson Hall. Originally published in 1866, William Walker's Christian Harmony is the oldest seven shape collection to have remained in contiuous use, primarily in Western NC and North GA. The Folk School's annual singing draws more the 70 singers from 4 states. Call: 828-837-2775 or 800-365-5724 for information.
11
Bubbles in the Park
Family Resources will be hold this event for kids in Konehete Park from 11:00-2:00. Call 828-837-3460 for more information.
August
8
High Country Harmonizers
Will be at Fannin County Performing Arts in Blue Ridge for their annual show 7 pm. Real extravaganza. 2 and 1/2 hours. Barbershop to Broadway. Admission $10 in advance or $12 at the door. Call: 828-837-7324 for more information.
15
Benefit Auction
2-5 pm, Preview and Silent Auction 1-2 pm at the John C. Campbell Folk School. Auctioneers Tim Ryan and Bob Grove sell one-of-a-kind handcrafted items. Proceeds will benefit the Folk School's craft programs. For more information call: 828-837-2775 or 800-365-5724.
September
5
9th 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.
26
Kids' Fair
Family Resources will hold this event in downtown Murphy from 10:00-4:00. Call 828-837-3460 for more information.
October
3-4
36th Annual Fall Festival
Held at the John C. Campbell Folk School from 10 am-5pm at the school campus. Featuring the craft of 200 craftspeople, continuous music and dance performances on two stages of old time, bluegrass, folk, and gospel styles. More than 40 craft-making demonstrations including a Mountain Life area, food, kid's activities and much more. 828-837-2775, 800-365-5724 or www.folkschool.org.
3-4
Folk School Fall Festival
10 am -5 pm. Celebrate the rich heritage of the Appalachians at the Fall Festival, featuring approximately 200 crafts people. Continous live music and dancing, craft demonstrations, good food, and much more. For more information call: 828-837-2775 or 800-365-5724 or www.folkschool.org.
7-12
Vietnam Veterans Memorial, "The Moving Wall"
Will be coming to Cherokee County and displayed in the Konehete Park. Sponsored by Marine Corp League Detachment 1011. "The Moving Wall" is the half-size replica of the Washington, DC Vietnam Veterans Memorial and has been touring the country for more than twenty years. Contact Tom Valenty: 828-837-3891 for more information.
10
14th 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.
10-17
Chautauqua AVE!
A week-long annual event with lectures and entertainment (music & theater). This will be the 7th year of providing quality events most of which are held in the historic Valleytown Culture Arts Center in Andrews. Admission is by voluntary donation. For more information call Ann Tatum: 882-321-3195 or visit Chautauqua AVE!
November
7
BlackSmith Auction
Will be held at the John C. Campbell Folk School with Auctioneers Tim Ryan and Bob Grove in the Community Room of the Keith House. Handmade crafts of all types, including forged metal, fiber, jewelry, wood items, pottery, and more donated by friends of the Folk School. For more information call: 828-837-2775 or 800-365-5724 www.folkschool.org.
20
The Murphy Hometown Christmas Celebration
Begins at 6 p.m. Friday, November 20, with a tree-lighting ceremony and choirs. Shopping day will be Saturday, November 21, 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
5
Hometown Christmas Parade
Downtown Murphy. Crafts, food, entertainment, and parade. The events begins at 2 p.m. For more information call Barbara Hughes: 828-837-6821.
6
Fireside Sale
10 am-5 pm at John C. Campbell Folk School. Location: Craft Shop, Keith House, and Davidson Hall at the John C. Campbell Folk School. Enjoy the ambiance of live music and a crackling fire as you shop for artful treasures. Craftspeople will offer handmade items such as jewelry, weaving, forged iron, photography, quilts and turned wood. You're sure to find special, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts here! Call: 828-837-2775 or 800-365-5724.
12
Andrews Night Time Christmas Parade
Downtown Andrews Parade. Contact Wendell or Sarah Hedden for more information:828-321-4377.
31
15th 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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