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
Bimonthly Saturday night dances at the John C. Campbell Folk School, 8-11 p.m. 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.
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. The public is welcome to enjoy a public display of Folk School student crafts from 6:40-7:00 p.m. 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
Every Saturday 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.
Monthly Events
Calendar of Events for 2009
January
17
Holman Water Quality Stewardship Award Banquet & Silent Auction
The Hiwassee River Watershed Coalition (HRWC) will kick-off the New Year with the first Banquet & Silent Auction January 17 at Brasstown Valley Resort. For more information call: 828-837-5414.
February
8
Sol Y Canto
Will be in concert at the John C. Campbell Folk School in the Keith House 2:30 pm. He performs music of Argentina, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Panama, Urguay, Mexico, and Peru. Their repertoire includes Afro-Latin songs ranging from folk to traditional to contemporary, including original compositions. Call: 828-389-2595 or 828-835-9465 for information.
March
21
Empty Bowls
First, select a handcrafted bowl from a collection donated by area potters. Next, fill your bowl with a hearty meal of soup, salad, bread and dessert. Enjoy live entertainment and the company of new and old friends. Take your bowl home with you to keep as a reminder of hunger in our local and global communities. Tickets and more details will be available in February 2009. For more information call: 828-837-2775.
April
16-20
Dam Kids Gathering
The spring gathering of the folks who were the children in Fontana Village diring the construction of Fontana Dam in the early 1940's. For more information call: 828-498-2211.
May
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 , Boat Show and More
Downtown Murphy. Crafts, food, music, antique car show, family fun, including a kid's corner and barbeque. For more information call Barbara Hughes: 828-837-6821 or Cherokee County County Chamber at 828-837-2242.
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. For more information call: 828-321-2376.
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 Fourth of July Celebration
Contests, food, and fireworks at dark. Contact Philip Davis for more information: 828-837-6617.
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.
August
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.
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.
10
14th Annual Cherokee County Chamber Chili Cook Off
Competition for trophies for the best chili based on public vote. For more information call: 828-837-2242.
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 & Jingle Bell Walk
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. Ther events begins at 2 p.m. For more information call Barbara Hughes: 828-837-6821.
6
Fireside Sale
10 am-5 pm. 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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