Exhibit: POP-UP: Andy Warhol & The Portrait Impulse

Blowing Rock Art & History Museum 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United States

Photography and its potential for experimental portraiture is foundational across Andy Warhol's prolific career. In POP-UP, Warhol's commitment to instant film as a candid documentary medium is explored alongside examples of his iconic silkscreen prints.

Free Entry

BRAHM: Coast to Coast: American Impressionism Curator Talk

Blowing Rock Art & History Museum 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United States

Coast to Coast draws connections across impressionist painting as it was practiced on opposite sides of America in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, focussing on the artists who made the journey—some permanently and some temporarily—and how the relationships that emerged between them led to a dynamic and often divergent approach to plein-air painting.

$8

Chatham Rabbits at The Appalachian Theatre

Appalachian Theatre of the High Country 559 West King Street, Boone, NC, United States

On Friday, February 24, Chatham Rabbits make their long-awaited App Theatre debut. No Depression, the Journal of Roots Music, said, “When you see this NC folk duo on stage, you’re getting the real deal: heartfelt lyrics… an instant connection with audiences, and banter that can only come from a married duo that spends way too much time together but still manages to be in love.”

$15 – $25

Boone Docs Film Festival at the App Theatre

Appalachian Theatre of the High Country 559 West King Street, Boone, NC, United States

The Appalachian Theatre of the High Country announces that the Boone Docs Film Festival jury has selected 12 thought-provoking and compelling documentary shorts reflecting on and celebrating life in the Appalachian region.

$8.37

Mavis Staples at The Schaefer Center

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC

Hailed by NPR as “one of America’s defining voices of freedom and peace,” Staples is the kind of once-in-a-generation artist whose impact on music and culture would be difficult to overstate. She takes her powerful message and equally powerful voice to the Schaefer Center for a one-night-only experience.

$20 – $40

Golden Age Games at The American Legion

American Legion Building 333 Wallingford Road, Blowing Rock, NC

Combat those wintertime blues by getting out and playing some games! All games are provided, tables & chairs are set up, and coffee and water are provided. All you need to bring is yourself! 

Free

BRAHM: Grandfather Mountain’s Slithery Friends

Blowing Rock Art & History Museum 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United States

Cassie Petrilla from Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation will be giving a talk at BRAHM to share information on the long, legless reptiles. Come learn about their critical role in the environment!

$8

Chef’s Night at Storie Street Grille – Tapas!

Storie Street Grille 1167 Main Street, Blowing Rock, NC, United States

Storie Street Grille will be offering their Chef's Night on Thursday nights in March. They will be serving up Tapas and a portion of the proceeds will go to benefit F.A.R.M. Cafe in Boone. 

Appalachian Ski Mountain: Heroes on the Mountain

Appalachian Ski Mountain 940 Ski Mountain Road, Blowing Rock, NC

Appalachian Ski Mountain will honor those who have served with a special session on March 3 & 4. This will be the 8th annual Heroes on the Mountain Event. 

The Schaefer Center: Lucy Loves Desi: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Sitcom

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC

Head over to The Schaefer Center and experience:

Playwright Gregg Oppenheimer, son of I Love Lucy creator Jess Oppenheimer, spins a fast-paced, witty tale of Lucy and Desi’s battles with CBS over the pioneering ideas that changed the face of television forever.

$5 – $20

BRAHM: Deciphering Doc Watson

Blowing Rock Art & History Museum 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United States

In this talk, BRAHM will explore Doc Watson’s life, influences, style, and look at his legacy. This lecture will be a mix of music, film, family stories, and ethnomusicology.

$8

Grandfather Mountain: Sunset at the Swinging Bridge

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC

Head over to Grandfather Mountain and enjoy a mile-high sunset! Sunset at the Swinging Bridge tickets include the entire days admission to the park as well as the sunset event at the Swinging Bridge.

$24 – $40