Behind the Music “Here Rests in Honored Glory”
Composer Donald Miller will tell us the story of creating what would become the official hymn of remembrance for the Paralyzed Veterans of America and Vietnam Veterans of America.
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Blowing Rock Art & History Museum 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
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Memorial Day Service
Memorial Park Gazebo 1036 Main St, Blowing Rock, NC, United StatesThe Memorial Day service honors all who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, especially those who hail from Blowing Rock. The service is scheduled at the Gazebo at Memorial Park on Main Street in downtown Blowing Rock.
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Rhododendron Ramble
Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NCTake a daily, short, guided stroll at 1 PM that highlights Grandfather Mountain’s rhododendron species and blooms. Included with admission.
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Live Music Sundays at The Blowing Rock Ale House
Blowing Rock Ale House 152 Sunset Dr., Blowing Rock, NC, United StatesBlowing Rock Ale House will begin its live music series for the Summer! The music will be held at the beer garden so it is weather dependent. It will be from 2pm - 5pm.
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Artists in Residence: Ann Hord-Heatherley, Jean Hord-Roberts, and Ricky Evans
Come see these artists working live and selling their art at Edgewood Cottage! Talk to them about their process and learn more about what they do!
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Artists in Residence Begins
Edgewood Cottage 115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC, United StatesFree art shows in Blowing Rock! Daily through Labor Day, new artists every Monday. Meet different High Country artists each week. Buy original art directly from artists- Art for every interest and budget.
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Support Middle Fork Greenway this Memorial Day
Blowing Rock Ale House 152 Sunset Dr., Blowing Rock, NC, United StatesBlowing Rock Ale House is hosting their annual fundraising event for the Middle Fork Greenway on Memorial Day 1pm-4pm! They will have live music from Midlife Trip, raffles + prizes, and their Greenway IPA — all to support the MFG!
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Cork & Canvas
Blowing Rock Art & History Museum 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United StatesLearn to paint in a relaxed atmosphere, inspired by Barn Above Pond by Wolf Kahn. Each participant goes home with a finished work of art. All materials, including canvases, acrylic paint, brushes, and aprons, are provided.
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Roots in the Garden Summer Concert Series
Daniel Boone Native Gardens 651 Horn In The West Dr., Boone, NC, United StatesHead over to Daniel Boone Native Garden for the free, family-friendly Roots in the Garden concert series! Concerts will run from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and will also feature visual artists.
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Artists in Residence: Lauren Armbrust & Mary Bucy
Edgewood Cottage 115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC, United StatesCome see these artists work in a studio setting at Edgewood Cottage! Ask them questions about their process and learn more about their craft!
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Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show- Saddlebred
Broyhill Equestrian Preserve 1500 Laurel Lane, Blowing Rock, NCThe Saddlebred classes are loaded with chrome and flash. The atmosphere at a Saddlebred show is electric, with teams shouting encouragement and rooting for their favorites.
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Sustaining the Watauga Humane Society
Blowing Rock Art & History Museum 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United StatesThe conversation will focus on the Watauga Humane Society’s no-kill mission, their work of caring for more than 1,700 animals each year, and the role the community plays in sustaining the organization.