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<description></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- wp:image {"align":"left","id":1854} --> <div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="alignleft"><a href="http://www.blowingrock.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nuthatch.jpg"><img src="http://www.blowingrock.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nuthatch.jpg" alt="Nuthatch photo by Jesse Pope" class="wp-image-1854"/></a><figcaption>Nuthatch photo by Jesse Pope</figcaption></figure></div> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Blowing Rock is located on the Blue Ridge Parkway and bordered by the Pisgah National Forest, providing close proximity and easy access to a multitude of habitats. This area of the Blue Ridge Mountains provides a home for about 160 breeding species of birds, with over 250 species appearing with regularity during migrations. In fact, the High Country is one of the most diverse breeding and spring migration areas in the eastern United States, with large numbers of neo-tropical migrants and forest interior species. Several species, like the Canada Warbler, are at the southern-most end of their breeding range while here, contributing the wide assortment of birds found in our backyard.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>When is the best time to view birds in Blowing Rock?</strong><br>Spring migration in the area happens in April and May, and September is the best time to see fall migrations. The months between are great for viewing breeding species. Winter months are host to our year-round residents like crimson Cardinals and cheeky Juncos. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Which species can be found here?</strong><br> The High Country <a href="http://www.highcountryaudubon.org/images/High_Country_Birdlist.pdf"> species list </a>on the <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://highcountryaudubon.org/" target="_blank">High Country Audubon</a> site is especially helpful if you want to time your visit to see certain birds. This local Audubon Chapter has a great website with<a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label=" checklists for great local birding spots (opens in a new tab)" href="http://highcountryaudubon.org/resources/checklists/" target="_blank"> checklists for great local birding spots</a>, too!<br><br>Other great birding links:<br>- <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ncaudubon.org" target="_blank">Audubon North Carolina</a><br>- <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.carolinabirdclub.org" target="_blank">Carolina Bird Club</a><br>- <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.booneweather.com/Life+Outdoors/birding" target="_blank">Local Birding News on Ray's Weather</a>- This page is updated infrequently now, but archives give good info on past sightings, local habitats, and bird behaviors.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":8412,"width":486,"height":351,"sizeSlug":"large"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://blowingrock.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/crossbill_cropped3-1024x740.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8412" width="486" height="351"/><figcaption>Crossbill photo by Jesse Pope</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Where can birds be observed in Blowing Rock?</strong><br>With so many undeveloped areas near Blowing Rock, birds can be seen almost anywhere. Spending time on park benches or in quiet meadows on the Blue Ridge Parkway nearby will reveal many species of interest. Many of the best places for bird viewing have become designated sites on the<a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label=" North Carolina Birding Trail (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.ncbirdingtrail.org/sites/" target="_blank"> North Carolina Birding Trail</a>, a state-wide collection of great birding sites and communities. Here is a list of official sites closest to the accommodations, dining, and activities in Blowing Rock.<br><strong>North Carolina Birding Trail sites and estimated mileage from Blowing Rock:</strong><br>-Moses H. Cone Memorial Park, in Blowing Rock <br>-Julian Price Memorial Park, 5 miles from downtown Blowing Rock<br>-Tanawha Trail, access 5 miles<br>-Boone Greenway, 7 miles<br>-Grandfather Mountain, 12 miles<br>-Valle Crucis Community Park, 12 miles<br>-Elk Knob State Park, 17 miles<br>-Green Valley Community Park, 17 miles<br>-E.B Jeffress Park, 22 miles<br>-Lewis Fork Overlook, 24 miles<br>-Linville Falls, 25 miles<br>The North Carolina Birding Trail recognizes many more sites in the mountains, piedmont and coast of our state. To see a full listing, and to get more information on the sites above, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ncbirdingtrail.org" target="_blank">www.NCBirdingTrail.org</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>While you're here:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Click the calendar link at the top of this page to see other events happening in the area. The attractions tab will show you what else the area has to offer during your visit. If you are coming to see a crimson Cardinal in the snow, don't forget about our great local ski slopes. When here to see summer Warblers, plan to stay over for an Art in the Park show. Our restaurants, shops, and accommodations are great any time of year!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->]]></content:encoded> <excerpt:encoded><![CDATA[]]></excerpt:encoded> <wp:post_id>1853</wp:post_id> <wp:post_date><![CDATA[2020-01-03 13:45:00]]></wp:post_date> <wp:post_date_gmt><![CDATA[2020-01-03 18:45:00]]></wp:post_date_gmt> <wp:comment_status><![CDATA[closed]]></wp:comment_status> <wp:ping_status><![CDATA[closed]]></wp:ping_status> <wp:post_name><![CDATA[birding]]></wp:post_name> <wp:status><![CDATA[publish]]></wp:status> <wp:post_parent>0</wp:post_parent> <wp:menu_order>0</wp:menu_order> <wp:post_type><![CDATA[post]]></wp:post_type> <wp:post_password><![CDATA[]]></wp:post_password> <wp:is_sticky>0</wp:is_sticky> <category domain="post_tag" nicename="bird-species"><![CDATA[bird species]]></category> <category domain="post_tag" nicename="bird-watching"><![CDATA[bird watching]]></category> <category domain="category" nicename="blue-ridge-parkway"><![CDATA[Blue Ridge 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<guid isPermaLink="false">https://blowingrock.com/?p=5768</guid> <description></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- wp:image {"align":"right","id":5769} --> <div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="alignright"><img src="https://blowingrock.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/IMG_0521-200x300.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-5769"/></figure></div> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nothing says romantic like a cozy experience in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Fireside meals, close rides on ski lifts, hand-in-hand strolls under the lights of downtown streets, and clear views for miles... Blowing Rock is an ideal getaway for romance and celebration! Looking for extra activities to add to a holiday itinerary? Check out these events and suggestions around town near Valentine's Day:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>S'more love</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Chetola Resort hosts <strong><a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="lakeside bonfires every Friday and Saturday (opens in a new tab)" href="https://chetola.com/bonfire-nights-fridays-saturdays/" target="_blank">lakeside bonfires every Friday and Saturday </a></strong>night, with an outdoor bar and s'mores supplies! A perfect romantic spot to enjoy time with your honey, and there's no admission charge. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Romantic Meals</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Enjoy a <strong>romantic dinner</strong> in one of our acclaimed <a href="https://blowingrock.com/services/restaurants/">restaurants</a>. If your favorite happens to have a fireplace, ask for a table by the fire when making your reservation! Here are a few special dining events happening for the holiday:<br> <strong>Chef & Somm</strong> will also be featuring<strong> <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="an indulgent Valentine's Day menu (opens in a new tab)" href="https://chefnsomm.com/" target="_blank">an indulgent Valentine's Day menu</a></strong> that includes delectable options like local burrata and seared scallops with caviar crema! Reservations needed. <br><strong>The Speckled Trout Restaurant & Bottle Shop</strong> will host <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="special Wine Dinners (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.facebook.com/events/187856345634864/" target="_blank"><strong>special Wine Dinners</strong> </a>throughout the Valentine weekend- four courses with pairings! And, wine maker Diana Jones from Jones Von Drehle will be present on February 14, 5-8pm, to discuss the pairings during dinners. Reservations needed. <br><strong>Chestnut Grille at the Green Park Inn</strong> will be serving a <strong><a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Valentine’s Dinner Surf & Turf Special (opens in a new tab)" href="http://serving a Valentine’s Dinner Surf & Turf Special, including crab-stuffed lobster tail and tenderloin medallions" target="_blank">Valentine’s Dinner Surf & Turf Special</a>,</strong> including crab-stuffed lobster tail and tenderloin medallions on February 14 & 15, in addition to the regular menu. The special entree is limited and available by advance reservation only. <br> <strong>Timberlake's at Chetola</strong> will host a special <strong><a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://chetola.com/valentines-day-dinner/" target="_blank">pre-fixe menu just for Valentine's Day </a></strong>on Friday, February 14. Seatings are available from 5 to 9pm, and reservations are required. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Sweetheart Soiree</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Blowing Rock Parks & Recreation is planning a<strong> <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label=" (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.facebook.com/events/461070804802056/" target="_blank">Sweetheart Soiree</a></strong> on Saturday, February 15th. The senior community in Blowing Rock is invited to enjoy a whimsical afternoon of live music, dancing and hors d'oeuvres provided free of charge. Romance and slow dancing to tunes from yesteryear and reminiscing memories and lives shared. Singles are welcome! 4-7pm, call 828-295-5222 for more details.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":8477,"sizeSlug":"large"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://blowingrock.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/banner-1024x269.jpg" alt="dancing" class="wp-image-8477"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Warm Up</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> -Grab something warm to drink! <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://camproast.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Camp Coffee</strong></a> will feature their limited edition <strong>Sweetheart Blend coffee</strong> just for early February, so stop in to grab a brew or a bag of coffee to take home. See more stops for warm drinks, chocolates, and baked goods on our <strong><a href="https://blowingrock.com/services/coffee-bakeries-sweets/">coffee & sweets page</a></strong>! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"center","id":8469,"width":167,"height":178,"sizeSlug":"large"} --> <div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://blowingrock.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/campheart.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8469" width="167" height="178"/></figure></div> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Flowers & Wine</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Get your <strong>wine and flowers</strong> in one stop! Mountain Laurel Floristry will host a pop-up inside Sunset & Vine wine shop on February 13 & 14, at 4-6pm both days. Find gorgeous bouquets and dried flower arrangements, as well as living orchid arrangements. <strong>Get $5 off a bottle of wine</strong> with your flower purchase! Arrangements start around $35 and prices vary. You can pre-order flowers for pickup, too: call 410-353-5511 or message Mountain Laurel Floristry on <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Facebook (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.facebook.com/mountainlaurelfloristry/" target="_blank">Facebook</a> or <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Instagram (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.instagram.com/mountainlaurelfloristry/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"center","id":8470,"width":262,"height":328,"sizeSlug":"large"} --> <div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://blowingrock.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/mtnlaurel.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8470" width="262" height="328"/><figcaption><em>Mountain Laurel Floristy living orchid</em></figcaption></figure></div> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Hit a Target</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Or, trade in your chocolates and flowers for hatchets and arrows! Mystery Hill will host<a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label=" their "anti-Valentine" event (opens in a new tab)" href="https://mysteryhill.com/stupid-cupid-anti-valentines-day-party/" target="_blank"><strong> their "anti-Valentine" event</strong> </a>with <strong>tomahawk throwing, archery, and live music</strong> on Friday, February 14. Admission will include an hour of unlimited tomahawk throws and a percentage of proceeds will benefit Oasis.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Moonlight Ice Skating</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Appalachian Ski Mountain has a lineup of <strong><a href="https://www.appskimtn.com/event/presidents-day-family-weekend-3" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Presidents' Day Family Weekend (opens in a new tab)">Presidents' Day Family Weekend</a></strong> events, and there are lots of opportunities to celebrate with your significant other. Check out one of the Moonlight Ice Skating sessions, or enjoy the Saturday night fireworks! For the full schedule, see the event on <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.appskimtn.com/event/presidents-day-family-weekend-2" target="_blank">AppSkiMtn.com</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Packages & More </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Looking for more ideas? See our <a href="https://blowingrock.com/blog/romantic-getaways/">collection of suggestions for Romantic Escapes</a>, including a <a href="https://blowingrock.com/romancing-the-rock/">Romancing the Rock itinerary</a>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://blowingrock.com/vacation-packages/">Find special lodging packages, including romantic getaways, here!</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->]]></content:encoded> <excerpt:encoded><![CDATA[]]></excerpt:encoded> <wp:post_id>5768</wp:post_id> <wp:post_date><![CDATA[2020-02-03 16:25:04]]></wp:post_date> <wp:post_date_gmt><![CDATA[2020-02-03 21:25:04]]></wp:post_date_gmt> <wp:comment_status><![CDATA[closed]]></wp:comment_status> <wp:ping_status><![CDATA[closed]]></wp:ping_status> <wp:post_name><![CDATA[valentine]]></wp:post_name> <wp:status><![CDATA[publish]]></wp:status> <wp:post_parent>0</wp:post_parent> <wp:menu_order>0</wp:menu_order> <wp:post_type><![CDATA[post]]></wp:post_type> 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More than two decades later, the festival continues with a refresh of past events and a reprise of the newest ones. At the 2020 edition of <a href="https://blowingrockwinterfest.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Blowing Rock WinterFest (opens in a new tab)">Blowing Rock WinterFest</a> on Thursday, January 23 through Sunday, January 26, everyone is again encouraged: don’t hibernate; celebrate!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The newest events include the K9 Keg Pull and the Snow Making Demonstration, which both debuted in 2019. The first K9 Keg Pull was an instant hit, and this year’s event will be relocated to a venue with greater crowd capacity to accommodate anticipated attendance. Exciting and whimsical, the family-friendly event will be set up along Park Avenue on Saturday, January 25. The street will be closed to traffic for the Pull. You can register your pup to compete! The Snow Making Demonstration returns on Saturday as well, hosted by Brad Panovich, Chief Meteorologist at WCNC Charlotte, in Memorial Park on Main Street. He will explain the science of snow with the assistance of a simple snow-making rig. Plus, he’s always happy to answer questions about weather, so stop by to watch the snow and say hello!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“Saturday’s list of events is full of crowd favorites- from Ice Carving to the K9 Keg Pull there is plenty to enjoy,†says Suzy Barker, festival coordinator. “Having Park Avenue closed to traffic will allow for safe and easy flow between Memorial Park and the events along the street.â€</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2020 Winterfest will welcome the return of an older event, as well: the Friday Night Concert! Four local acts will take the stage: Handlebar Betty, Ben Parker, The Stewarts, and Roscoe Rose. The concert also marks the Grand Re-opening of the auditorium at Blowing Rock School, which has seen significant renovations. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A few staple events are getting a refresh for the new decade. Saturday’s Chili Challenge will see the return of a judges panel, which will decide who gets the coveted trophy. Attendees are still invited to try all the chilis and pick their favorite! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“The Rotary Chili Challenge will have two winners this year, People’s Choice and Celebrity Judges pick. This change is sure to heat up the challenge,†says Suzy.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The WinterFest Beer Garden will move to be adjacent to the relocated K9 Keg Pull, hosting local breweries on the lawn at the Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce. This brings one more event even closer to downtown shopping & dining. The Winter Paws Dog Show welcomes a new coordinating host, local Girl Scout Troop 02738, and new benefitting charity, Partners Canines. Bring your pet to compete or enjoy the fun from the audience. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There’s so much more packed into the weekend that you won’t want to miss. Take a chilly dip at the Polar Bear Plunge, or watch the jumpers from beside the firepit if that’s more your speed. John Carter of WBTV Charlotte returns as emcee, and the participant costumes are sure to delight. Sample local delicacies at WinterFeast (seats already nearly sold-out), view the latest winter and spring looks at the WinterFashion Show, help raise funds for charity at the Wine Tasting & Auction, take a hayride through Blowing Rock, and enjoy glittering sculptures at the Ice Carving Demonstrations and the Ice Stroll. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lots of festival activities are free, some are ticketed. For a full and expandable schedule of events, tickets, lodging packages, and participation information, go to blowingrockwinterfest.com. Tickets and info are also available by calling 828-295-7851.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Blowing Rock is accessible from anywhere in the region, less than two hours from Charlotte and Greensboro, three hours from Knoxville and Raleigh, and five hours from Atlanta and Charleston. A wide range of accommodations is available; visit blowingrock.com/accommodations for details.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>WinterFest, which has been named a AAA “Top Pick†and a Top 20 Event by Southeastern Tourism Society, is organized by the Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce and presented by Hendrick Luxury Group.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->]]></content:encoded> <excerpt:encoded><![CDATA[]]></excerpt:encoded> <wp:post_id>8416</wp:post_id> <wp:post_date><![CDATA[2020-01-06 14:27:27]]></wp:post_date> <wp:post_date_gmt><![CDATA[2020-01-06 19:27:27]]></wp:post_date_gmt> <wp:comment_status><![CDATA[closed]]></wp:comment_status> <wp:ping_status><![CDATA[closed]]></wp:ping_status> <wp:post_name><![CDATA[blowing-rock-winterfest-a-classic-continues-into-the-new-decade]]></wp:post_name> <wp:status><![CDATA[publish]]></wp:status> <wp:post_parent>0</wp:post_parent> <wp:menu_order>0</wp:menu_order> <wp:post_type><![CDATA[post]]></wp:post_type> 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<title>Blowing Rock WinterFest 2020</title> <link>https://blowingrock.com/blowing-rock-winterfest-2020/</link> <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2020 19:47:46 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator><![CDATA[amanda]]></dc:creator> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://blowingrock.com/?p=8418</guid> <description></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>By Harrison Herbst</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Don’t Hibernate... Celebrate!  Enjoy the fun side of winter at Blowing Rock’s 22nd annual <a href="https://blowingrockwinterfest.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="WinterFest (opens in a new tab)">WinterFest </a>January 23-26, 2020. The town of Blowing Rock has been celebrating the special joys of the season with a four-day long festival since 1998 with over 3,000 people in attendance annually. Blowing Rock is situated at 3,566 feet elevation, the perfect mountain top town and winter wonderland. Ice sculptures will be placed in front on many of Blowing Rock’s downtown businesses and twinkle lights will illuminate the streets after dark. WinterFest is a popular event for locals and visitors alike. Annual events include WinterFeast, a Winter Fashion show, snow making and ice carving demonstrations, a WinterFest Beer Garden, Chili Cookoff and the Polar Bear Plunge, a favorite event for many.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>WinterFest is an important event in the community as a way to raise money for many local non-profits including Mountain Alliance, Partners! Canines, Western Youth Network, Hospitality House of Northwest North Carolina, High Country Breast Cancer Foundation, and many more!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":8419,"sizeSlug":"large"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://blowingrock.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/IceDemo3-1024x683.jpg" alt="Ice carving in memorial park" class="wp-image-8419"/><figcaption>Ice Carving Demos in Memorial Park</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Festival Overview</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With events spanning from Thursday through Sunday there is surely something for everyone. To assist with planning your weekend, here’s an overview of some of the events. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>WinterFeast, a restaurant showcase, kicks off the weekend on Thursday at Chetola Resort. This event sells out year after year, make sure to make your reservations at the WinterFest website and bring your appetite. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Friday is the WinterFashions show; here you’ll see some of the latest trends from many of Main Street’s retailers. This is definitely the event to see and be seen! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Saturday morning brings the Polar Bear Plunge, which takes place at Chetola Resort. Register online to participate if you dare, dress up and compete for the “Golden Plungerâ€. Saturday afternoon will bring a couple more signature events: The WinterFest Beer Garden and Wine Tasting and Auction. The WinterFest Beer Garden, sponsored by The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop, is a chance to sample different brews and more from many local and regional breweries all in one location (Park Avenue). The Wine Tasting and Auction, which takes place at the Historic Green Park Inn, is a chance to sample both regional and international wines. Then, bid on some wonderful lots including experiential packages, wine and high-end glassware, tickets to upcoming events, and much more. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On Sunday, take a stroll over to the Blowing Rock School Gym with your furry friends for the WinterPaws Dog Show. Categories include: Best Dog Trick, Cutest Dog, Best Winter Wear and much more.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":139,"sizeSlug":"large"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://blowingrock.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Blowing-Rock-Chetola-Polar-Plunge-1024x726.jpg" alt="winterfest" class="wp-image-139"/><figcaption>At the Polar Bear Plunge in Lake Chetola</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Events under $10 - several are free</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There are many free and low-cost activities in which to participate. Some of the free activities include, live entertainment at Chetola Resort, ice sculptures and demonstrations in Memorial Park, watching the K9 Keg Pull and Polar Plunge, Arctic Art at Blowing Rock Art & History Museum, and hayrides through historic downtown Blowing Rock. Some lower cost events include, the Rotary Chili Cookoff ($8) and the WinterPaws Dog Show ($5).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://blowingrock.com/shopping/">Shops</a> will be open throughout town and there will even be a WinterCraft Outdoor Market at the Martin House on the corner of Main Street and Laurel Lane.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Other details and additional WinterFest events can be found on the WinterFest website. Event tickets can also be purchased online at <a href="http://www.blowingrockwinterfest.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.blowingrockwinterfest.com</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->]]></content:encoded> <excerpt:encoded><![CDATA[]]></excerpt:encoded> <wp:post_id>8418</wp:post_id> <wp:post_date><![CDATA[2020-01-06 14:47:46]]></wp:post_date> <wp:post_date_gmt><![CDATA[2020-01-06 19:47:46]]></wp:post_date_gmt> <wp:comment_status><![CDATA[closed]]></wp:comment_status> <wp:ping_status><![CDATA[closed]]></wp:ping_status> <wp:post_name><![CDATA[blowing-rock-winterfest-2020]]></wp:post_name> <wp:status><![CDATA[publish]]></wp:status> <wp:post_parent>0</wp:post_parent> <wp:menu_order>0</wp:menu_order> <wp:post_type><![CDATA[post]]></wp:post_type> <wp:post_password><![CDATA[]]></wp:post_password> <wp:is_sticky>0</wp:is_sticky> <category domain="category" nicename="blog"><![CDATA[Blog]]></category> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_thumbnail_id]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[8420]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_edit_last]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[2]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_yoast_wpseo_primary_category]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[410]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_overlay]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[off]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_overlay_color]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[#000]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_overlay_alpha]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[30]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_no_loop]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[off]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_tap_to_unmute]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[off]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_blog_head]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[default]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_post_summery]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[default]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_post_sidebar]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[yes]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_sidebar_choice]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[sidebar-primary]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_blog_author]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[default]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_blog_carousel_similar]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[default]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[wptr_hide_title]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[0]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_yoast_wpseo_focuskw]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[winterfest]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_yoast_wpseo_metadesc]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[Don’t Hibernate- Celebrate! 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Check for availability for 2021.</p> <p>Treat your someone special to something special! Surprise your partner with a card and a rose upon check-in, or have a bottle of champagne or wine with roses delivered to your room before your arrive. Roses are limited, so let us know as soon as possible! Don't forget: a full breakfast for each morning is included in your stay at Green Park Inn!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>828-414-9230<br /><a href="http://www.greenparkinn.com/Package" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.greenparkinn.com</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>9239 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock, NC 28605<br />GPS: 5995 Lenoir Turnpike, Blowing Rock, NC 28605</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->]]></content:encoded> <excerpt:encoded><![CDATA[]]></excerpt:encoded> <wp:post_id>8480</wp:post_id> <wp:post_date><![CDATA[2020-02-07 14:40:26]]></wp:post_date> <wp:post_date_gmt><![CDATA[2020-02-07 19:40:26]]></wp:post_date_gmt> <wp:comment_status><![CDATA[closed]]></wp:comment_status> <wp:ping_status><![CDATA[closed]]></wp:ping_status> <wp:post_name><![CDATA[valentine-special-at-green-park-inn]]></wp:post_name> <wp:status><![CDATA[publish]]></wp:status> <wp:post_parent>0</wp:post_parent> <wp:menu_order>0</wp:menu_order> 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<wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_et_pb_truncate_post]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_et_pb_truncate_post_date]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_et_pb_old_content]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> </item> <item> <title>New Catch & Release Categories at 2020 Trout Derby</title> <link>https://blowingrock.com/new-catch-release-categories-at-2020-trout-derby/</link> <pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2020 16:11:42 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator><![CDATA[amanda]]></dc:creator> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://blowingrock.com/?p=8538</guid> <description></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>**CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.<br>Due to the health concerns associated with the Covid-19 virus and efforts to limit the possible transmission, The Town of Blowing Rock has made the decision to cancel all Town sponsored events until April 13, 2020. On or before that date, the Town will reassess this measure and provide an update concerning ongoing cancellations or rescheduling of events or meetings going forward. **</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Anglers of all ages and levels are invited to compete for cash and prizes at the 41st annual Blowing Rock Trout Derby! The Derby will take place in Blowing Rock on Saturday, April 4, from sunrise to 4:00pm. No entry fees are required. Pre-registration is not necessary for the Classic Tournament, and the NEW Catch & Release competition features an easy check-in.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This event has celebrated the opening of trout season for four decades now, encouraging families to get out together to enjoy the outdoors and friendly competition. Kids are invited to fish right in Blowing Rock at Broyhill Park, next to Derby Headquarters. Trout Derby Headquarters are located at the Blowing Rock Clubhouse at 108 Lakeside Drive, and open at 7am on April 4. The casual nature of the Derby makes participation fun! Simply catch a trout in Watauga County on April 4, and bring it to Derby Headquarters in Blowing Rock to have it measured to enter it into the Classic Tournament. New this year, <a href="https://chetola.com/trout-derby/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Chetola Resort presents Catch & Release categories (opens in a new tab)">Chetola Resort presents Catch & Release categories</a>, featuring Orvis prizes! To participate in the Catch & Release categories, stop by Derby Headquarters <em>first</em> to check in and receive a free official tape measure. To enter a catch into the Catch & Release competition, take a photo with the official tape measure, then submit the photo along with location details. All entries must be recorded by 4:00pm.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Also at Headquarters, kids can pick up free “Fish for Fun†bags, which include a tackle box, regulation book, and basic tackle. Free Trout Derby T-shirts will be available as well. Bags and T-shirts are limited, so come early in the day before they run out! While kids are there, they can participate in the Art Contest; all supplies are provided, and the winner’s art is featured on the next Derby poster and T-shirt. Chetola Resort will again present FREE Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Demonstrations at Broyhill Park, next to Derby Headquarters, at 2:00 and 3:00pm.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Winners and prizes are announced at Derby Headquarters at 4:30pm. For the Classic Tournament, first-place winners will receive locally-crafted trophies in five divisions: Men, Women, Girls and Boys (12-16), and Small Fries (11 and under). Cash prizes will be awarded to largest trout in each species and for tagged fish, which are stocked in the lake at Broyhill Park. Prizes in the Catch & Release categories are all provided by Orvis, and include items like fly fishing rods, youth waders, and casting clinics!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“We’re excited about the new categories, and hope that even more people will join us to celebrate trout fishing this year,†says Kim Rogers, longtime coordinator of the Trout Derby. “Everyone is welcome, from first-time anglers to seasoned fishermen, and we love to hear all about everyone’s fishing adventures! We can’t wait to see your catch!â€</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There is plenty of free parking available at Broyhill Park, where the lake will be stocked with hundreds of fish in the days leading up to the Derby, with some fish tagged for special prizes, and even a few trophy fish! Fish include brown, speckled and rainbow trout. Broyhill Park is reserved for fishing by children and persons with disabilities. Fishing licenses are not required at Broyhill Park, but anglers will need to have a current fishing license and obey posted fishing regulations in all other locations.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Additional details on the Blowing Rock Trout Derby can be found at <a href="http://blowingrock.com/TroutDerby/">BlowingRock.com/TroutDerby</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->]]></content:encoded> <excerpt:encoded><![CDATA[]]></excerpt:encoded> <wp:post_id>8538</wp:post_id> <wp:post_date><![CDATA[2020-03-12 12:11:42]]></wp:post_date> <wp:post_date_gmt><![CDATA[2020-03-12 16:11:42]]></wp:post_date_gmt> <wp:comment_status><![CDATA[closed]]></wp:comment_status> <wp:ping_status><![CDATA[closed]]></wp:ping_status> <wp:post_name><![CDATA[new-catch-release-categories-at-2020-trout-derby]]></wp:post_name> <wp:status><![CDATA[publish]]></wp:status> <wp:post_parent>0</wp:post_parent> <wp:menu_order>0</wp:menu_order> <wp:post_type><![CDATA[post]]></wp:post_type> <wp:post_password><![CDATA[]]></wp:post_password> <wp:is_sticky>0</wp:is_sticky> <category domain="category" nicename="press-release"><![CDATA[Press Release]]></category> <category domain="category" nicename="spring"><![CDATA[Spring]]></category> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_thumbnail_id]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[8499]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_edit_last]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[2]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_yoast_wpseo_primary_category]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[410]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_overlay]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[off]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_overlay_color]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[#000]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_overlay_alpha]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[30]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_no_loop]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[off]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_tap_to_unmute]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[off]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_blog_head]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[default]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_post_summery]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[default]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_post_sidebar]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[yes]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_sidebar_choice]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[sidebar-primary]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_blog_author]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[default]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_blog_carousel_similar]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[default]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[wptr_hide_title]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[0]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_yoast_wpseo_content_score]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[30]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[et_enqueued_post_fonts]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[a:2:{s:6:"family";a:4:{s:15:"et-gf-rock-salt";s:17:"Rock+Salt:regular";s:16:"et-gf-montserrat";s:137:"Montserrat:100,100italic,200,200italic,300,300italic,regular,italic,500,500italic,600,600italic,700,700italic,800,800italic,900,900italic";s:13:"et-gf-raleway";s:134:"Raleway:100,100italic,200,200italic,300,300italic,regular,italic,500,500italic,600,600italic,700,700italic,800,800italic,900,900italic";s:10:"et-gf-lato";s:75:"Lato:100,100italic,300,300italic,regular,italic,700,700italic,900,900italic";}s:6:"subset";a:2:{i:0;s:5:"latin";i:1;s:9:"latin-ext";}}]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> </item> <item> <title>Dining Information- Take out & Delivery</title> <link>https://blowingrock.com/covid-19-information-dining/</link> <pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2020 15:04:41 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator><![CDATA[amanda]]></dc:creator> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://blowingrock.com/?p=8572</guid> <description></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>All restaurants in North Carolina are allowed to re-open on-premise dining, with restrictions on capacity and party spacing due to concerns about COVID-19. In addition, all NC restaurants, breweries, wineries, and distilleries must <a href="https://governor.nc.gov/news/governor-roy-cooper-signs-executive-order-no-153-limiting-sale-alcoholic-beverages-after-11-pm" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">must cease alcohol sales and service at 11:00 p.m</a> (starting on July 31, 2020). Please be patient with our restaurants as they adjust, and enjoy take-out as an option as well!</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3><strong>The following Blowing Rock restaurants are offering take-out in addition to on-site dining! Hours may vary or change depending on staffing and operations. </strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.bistroroca.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Bistro Roca (opens in a new tab)">Bistro Roca</a><br />828-2955-4008<br />143 Wonderland Trail<br />12-8 pm Wed-Mon<br />Take out or delivery! Online ordering from website or Facebook. Gift cards available online or by phone.<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Bistro-Roca-331324380069/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Follow on Facebook for updates (opens in a new tab)">Follow on Facebook for updates</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://blowingrockbrewing.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Blowing Rock Ale House (opens in a new tab)">Blowing Rock Ale House</a><br />828-414-9600<br />-152 Sunset Drive<br />11:30am-8pm Thurs-Sun<br />Open for carry-out food and beer. Call to order. Can include 6-packs or growlers with order! Gift cards available at location.<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/BRAleHouse/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Follow on Facebook for updates (opens in a new tab)">Follow on Facebook for updates</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.blowingrock.market/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Blowing Rock Market (opens in a new tab)">Blowing Rock Market</a><br />828-414-9322<br />990 Main Street<br />9am-6pm daily<br />Deli orders to go. Call-in or order online! <br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Blowing-Rock-Market-140574585977710/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Follow on Facebook for updates (opens in a new tab)">Follow on Facebook for updates</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="http://greenparkinn.com/to-go" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label=" (opens in a new tab)">Divide Tavern at Green Park Inn</a><br />828-414-9230<br />9239 Valley Boulevard<br /><strong>Breakfast</strong> 8-9:30am / 7:30-10am, <strong>Dinner</strong> 5-9pm Daily <br />Offering to go orders for breakfast and limited dinner menu. Curbside pickup or Free Delivery in Blowing Rock. Meal kits available now! Gift cards available by phone.<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/greenparkinn/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Follow on Facebook for updates (opens in a new tab)">Follow on Facebook for updates</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>El Rincon</strong><br />828-414-9784<br />870 Main Street<br />10am-5pm Fri-Sat, 10am-3pm Sun <br />Offering take out, curbside pickup, and free delivery within 5 miles! Gift cards available by phone.<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/elrinconbr/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Follow for menu and updates (opens in a new tab)">Follow on Facebook for menu and updates</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://foggy-rock.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Foggy Rock (opens in a new tab)">Foggy Rock</a><br />828-295-7262<br />8180 Valley Boulevard<br />11:30am-8pm Mon-Sat<br />Offering take out and curbside pickup with a limited menu. Gift cards available by phone or online.<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/foggyrock/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Follow for updates (opens in a new tab)">Follow on Facebook for updates </a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://mellowmushroom.com/location/nc-blowing-rock-946-main-st-28605/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Mellow Mushroom (opens in a new tab)">Mellow Mushroom</a><br />828-295-3399<br />946 Main Street<br />11:30am-8:30pm daily<br />Offering take out orders from the full menu. Online ordering available! Gift cards available online.<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/MellowMushroomBRock/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Follow on Facebook for updates (opens in a new tab)">Follow on Facebook for updates </a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="http://www.moonthaisushi.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Moon Thai Sushi (opens in a new tab)">Moon Thai Sushi</a><br />828-414-9905<br />7179 Valley Boulevard<br />11:30am-3pm & 4:30-9pm daily, open til 9:30pm Fri & Sat<br />Pick up orders available, full menu on website. Gift cards available at location.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://togo.outbackonlineordering.com/?&_ga=2.151290943.720551261.1584566490-314387252.1584566490#/menu/3458/togo/curbside/category/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Outback Steakhouse (opens in a new tab)">Outback Steakhouse</a><br />828-295-6283<br />8280 Valley Boulevard<br />4-8pm Mon-Thur, 4-10pm Fri, 11am-10pm Sat, 11am-8pm Sun<br />Order online or call in order, curbside pickup and delivery available. Gift cards available by phone or online.<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/OutbackSteakhouse.BlowingRock/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Follow on Facebook for updates (opens in a new tab)">Follow on Facebook for updates</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Papa Joe's Italian American Restaurant</strong><br />828-295-3239<br />8062 Valley Boulevard<br />Open daily<br />Carry out available. Gift cards available at location.<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Papa-Joes-Italian-American-Restaurant-126913690785824/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Follow on Facebook for updates (opens in a new tab)">Follow on Facebook for updates</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.gideonridge.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Restaurant at Gideon Ridge (opens in a new tab)"><strong>Restaurant at Gideon Ridge</strong></a><br />828-295-3008<br />202 Gideon Ridge Road<br />Tues-Sun<br />Serving take-out, call to order by 4pm the day before pickup. Menu on website.<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/thegideonridgeinn/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Follow on Facebook for updates (opens in a new tab)">Follow on Facebook for updates</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.ridgelineblowingrock.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Ridgeline (opens in a new tab)"><strong>Ridgeline</strong></a><br />828-414-9922<br />8960 Valley Boulevard<br />11:30am-9pm Fri & Sat, 10am-9pm Sun, 11:30am-4pm Mon<br />Carry out available. Gift cards available by phone.<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/The-Ridgeline-151337588994284/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Follow on Facebook for menu and updates (opens in a new tab)">Follow on Facebook for menu and updates</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://savannahoysterhouse.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Savannah's Oyster House (opens in a new tab)">Savannah's Oyster House</a><br />828-414-9354<br />155 Sunset Drive<br />11am-9pm daily<br />Family meals for 4-6 people, plus full menu to go. Curbside pickup and free delivery available. Gift cards available by phone.<br /><a href="https://savannahoysterhouse.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Follow on Facebook for updates (opens in a new tab)">Follow on Facebook for updates</a></p> <p><a href="https://sixpencepub.com/blowing-rock" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Six Pence Pub</strong></a><br />828-295-3155<br />1121 Main Street<br />11am-12am daily<br />Kitchen open til midnight!<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sixpencepubbr/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow on Facebook for updates</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://thespeckledtrout.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="The Speckled Trout Restaurant & Bottle Shop (opens in a new tab)">Speckled Trout Restaurant & Bottle Shop</a><br />828-295-9819<br />922 Main Street<br />Thurs 4-8, Fri 12-8, Sat 12-8, Sun 12-6:30. Closed Mon-Wed<br />Full menu plus bottled beer & wine. Online ordering for curbside pickup! Gift cards available online!<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheSpeckledTroutRestaurantandBottleShop/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Follow for updates (opens in a new tab)">Follow on Facebook for updates</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://www.storiestreetgrille.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Storie Street Grille</a></strong><br />828-295-7075<br />1167 Main Street<br />11:30am - 8pm Wednesday through Saturday<br />Menu is online and will be updated often as offerings may change.<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Storiestgrille/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Follow on Facebook for updates</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Subway</strong><br />828-295-7827 <br />8433 Valley Boulevard<br />10am-7pm daily <br />To-go service, order online or at the counter. Gift cards available.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Sunny Rock</strong><br />828-414-9636<br />8146 Valley Boulvevard<br />8am-1:30pm Mon-Sat<br />To go and curbside service with a limited menu. Gift cards available for later visits. <br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sunnyrockeggs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Follow for updates (opens in a new tab)">Follow on Facebook for updates</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="http://chetola.com/carryout" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Timberlake's at Chetola Resort</a><br />828-295-5505<br />185 Chetola Lake Drive<br />12-8pm daily<br />Classic and brand new menu items for lunch and dinner. Wine and beer also available for carry out.<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/timberlakesrestaurant" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Follow on Facebook for updates</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.towntavernbr.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Town Tavern Blowing Rock (opens in a new tab)">Town Tavern Blowing Rock</a><br />828-295-7500<br />1182 Main Street<br />11am-9pm daily<br />Offering take out. Details on Facebook about loyalty program. Gift cards available at location.<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/towntavernbr/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Follow on Facebook for updates (opens in a new tab)">Follow on Facebook for updates </a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="http://twigsbr.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Twigs Restaurant (opens in a new tab)">Twigs Restaurant</a><br />828-295-5050<br />7956 Valley Boulevard<br />5:30-9:30pm Tues- Sun, open til 10pm Fri & Sat<br />Curbside pickup orders for full menu. Delivery available for Blowing Rock area. Gift cards available by phone.<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/twigsbr/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Follow on Facebook for updates (opens in a new tab)">Follow on Facebook for updates</a></p> <p><a href="https://thecafevillage.weebly.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Village Cafe</a><br />828-295-3769<br />146 Greenway Ct<br />8am-2pm Tues-Sunday<br />Call in orders available<br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/the.village.cafe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow on Instagram for updates</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.woodlandsbbq.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Woodlands BBQ</a><br />828-295-3651<br />8304 Valley Boulevard<br />11am-8:30pm Wednesdays, Thursdays, & Sundays; 11am-9pm Fridays- Saturdays<br />Dine-In, and Carry Out, See Limited Menu on Facebook page.<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/WoodlandsBarbecue/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow on Facebook for updates</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3><a href="https://blowingrock.com/covid-19-information-shopping/">See gift card and online shopping information for our shops here!</a></h3> <!-- /wp:heading -->]]></content:encoded> <excerpt:encoded><![CDATA[]]></excerpt:encoded> <wp:post_id>8572</wp:post_id> <wp:post_date><![CDATA[2020-03-19 11:04:41]]></wp:post_date> <wp:post_date_gmt><![CDATA[2020-03-19 15:04:41]]></wp:post_date_gmt> <wp:comment_status><![CDATA[closed]]></wp:comment_status> <wp:ping_status><![CDATA[closed]]></wp:ping_status> <wp:post_name><![CDATA[covid-19-information-dining]]></wp:post_name> <wp:status><![CDATA[publish]]></wp:status> <wp:post_parent>0</wp:post_parent> <wp:menu_order>0</wp:menu_order> <wp:post_type><![CDATA[post]]></wp:post_type> <wp:post_password><![CDATA[]]></wp:post_password> <wp:is_sticky>0</wp:is_sticky> <category domain="category" nicename="covid19"><![CDATA[Covid19]]></category> <category domain="category" nicename="food-and-drink"><![CDATA[Food and Drink]]></category> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_edit_last]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[2]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_overlay]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[off]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_overlay_color]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[#000]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_overlay_alpha]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[30]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_no_loop]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[off]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_tap_to_unmute]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[off]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_blog_head]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[default]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_post_summery]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[default]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_post_sidebar]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[yes]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_sidebar_choice]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[sidebar-primary]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_blog_author]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[default]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_blog_carousel_similar]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[default]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[wptr_hide_title]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[0]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_yoast_wpseo_content_score]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[30]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_thumbnail_id]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[3754]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_yoast_wpseo_primary_category]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[441]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_wp_old_slug]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[dining-information-march-2020]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_yoast_wpseo_metadesc]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[Take out and delivery dining options for Blowing Rock restaurants during COVID-19 social distancing, March 2020. 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<wp:meta_value><![CDATA[a:2:{s:6:"family";a:2:{s:15:"et-gf-rock-salt";s:17:"Rock+Salt:regular";s:16:"et-gf-montserrat";s:137:"Montserrat:100,100italic,200,200italic,300,300italic,regular,italic,500,500italic,600,600italic,700,700italic,800,800italic,900,900italic";}s:6:"subset";a:2:{i:0;s:5:"latin";i:1;s:9:"latin-ext";}}]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> </item> <item> <title>Gift Cards & Online Shopping</title> <link>https://blowingrock.com/shop-at-home/</link> <pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2020 18:33:04 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator><![CDATA[amanda]]></dc:creator> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://blowingrock.com/?p=8593</guid> <description></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3>Several shops & services in Blowing Rock offer online shopping and/or gift cards via phone or web.</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Buying a gift card or certificate today means a business has a bit more cash flow for expenses. Small businesses are the heart of Blowing Rock- please support them if you can.</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:table --> <figure class="wp-block-table"> <table style="border-color: #000000;" border="1" cellpadding="2"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><strong>Business Name</strong></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;"><strong>Phone</strong></td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center"><strong>Online shopping</strong></td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"><strong>Gift card by phone</strong></td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"><strong>Gift Card online</strong></td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><strong>Website</strong></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><strong>Social link</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://artwalkstyle.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ArtWalk</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.414.9770</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://artwalkstyle.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="artwalkstyle.com/ (opens in a new tab)">artwalkstyle.com/ </a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/artwalkstyle/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="facebook.com/artwalkstyle/ (opens in a new tab)">facebook.com/artwalkstyle/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://shopbrahm.square.site/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Blowing Rock Art & History Museum</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.9099</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://shopbrahm.square.site/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">shopbrahm.square.site/</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/brmuseum/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">facebook.com/brmuseum/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://www.blowingrockfurniture.com/index.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Blowing Rock Furniture Gallery</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.7755</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.blowingrockfurniture.com/index.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="blowingrockfurniture.com (opens in a new tab)">blowingrockfurniture.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blowingrockfurniture/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="facebook.com/blowingrockfurniture/ (opens in a new tab)">facebook.com/blowingrockfurniture/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;">Blowing Rock Victorian Inn</td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.0034</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://thevictorianinnblowingrock.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">thevictorianinnblowingrock.com/</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/VictorianInnBR" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">facebook.com/VictorianInnBR</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://www.bolickandtraditionspottery.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bolick & Traditions Pottery</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.5099</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.bolickandtraditionspottery.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="bolickandtraditionspottery.com (opens in a new tab)">bolickandtraditionspottery.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bolick-Family-Pottery/122790024444099" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="facebook.com/pages/Bolick-Family-Pottery/122790024444099 (opens in a new tab)">facebook.com/pages/Bolick-Family-Pottery</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://thecabinfeversite.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Cabin Fever</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.0520</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://thecabinfeversite.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="thecabinfeversite.com (opens in a new tab)">thecabinfeversite.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Cabin-Fever-of-Blowing-Rock-104409049719030/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="facebook.com/Cabin-Fever-of-Blowing-Rock-104409049719030/ (opens in a new tab)">facebook.com/Cabin-Fever-of-Blowing-Rock</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://camproast.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Camp Coffee</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.372.2070</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://camproast.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="camproast.com (opens in a new tab)">camproast.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/campcoffeeroaster/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="facebook.com/campcoffeeroaster/ (opens in a new tab)">facebook.com/campcoffeeroaster/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;">Carriage Trade Living</td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.3110</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="http://www.finleyhousecouture.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="finleyhousecouture.com (opens in a new tab)">finleyhousecouture.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/finleyhouse/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="instagram.com/finleyhouse/ (opens in a new tab)">instagram.com/finleyhouse/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://celestesinteriors.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Celeste's Interiors</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">282.295.3481</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://celestesinteriors.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">celestesinteriors.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/celestes.interiors" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">facebook.com/celestes.interiors</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;">Chetola Resort & Spa</td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295-5500</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://chetola.com/gift-card" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">chetola.com/gift-card</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ChetolaResort" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">facebook.com/ChetolaResort</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"> <p><a href="https://aperfectpresent.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Christmas in Blowing Rock</a></p> </td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.9696</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://aperfectpresent.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="aperfectpresent.com (opens in a new tab)">aperfectpresent.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ChristmasinBR/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="facebook.com/ChristmasinBR/ (opens in a new tab)">facebook.com/ChristmasinBR/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"> <p><a href="https://crosstrade.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Cross Trade </a></p> </td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.8691</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://crosstrade.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">crosstrade.org</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Crosstrade" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">facebook.com/Crosstrade</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;">Finley House Couture</td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.6373</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="http://www.finleyhousecouture.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="finleyhousecouture.com (opens in a new tab)">finleyhousecouture.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/finleycarriage/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">pinterest.com/finleycarriage/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/funkytulip1127/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Funky Tulip</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.268.8275</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;">shop on Facebook:</td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/funkytulip1127/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">facebook.com/funkytulip1127/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;">Footsloggers</td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.4453</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://footsloggersnc.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="footsloggersnc.com (opens in a new tab)">footsloggersnc.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/footsloggersoutdoors/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="facebook.com/footsloggersoutdoors/ (opens in a new tab)">facebook.com/footsloggersoutdoors/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://www.gaineskikersilversmith.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Gaines Kiker Silversmith</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.3992</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.gaineskikersilversmith.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">gaineskikersilversmith.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/gaineskiker/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">facebook.com/gaineskiker/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="http://www.gregoryalans.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Gregory Alan's</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.3330</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="http://www.gregoryalans.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="gregoryalans.com (opens in a new tab)">gregoryalans.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Gift-Shop/Gregory-Alans-362589308493/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="facebook.com/pages/category/Gift-Shop/Gregory-Alans-362589308493/ (opens in a new tab)">facebook.com/pages/category/Gift-Shop/Gregory-Alans</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://www.hannasofblowingrock.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hanna's</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.7073</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.hannasofblowingrock.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">hannasofblowingrock.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/HannasSince1919/">facebook.com/HannasSince1919/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://www.highcountrycandles.net/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">High Country Candles</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.9655</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.highcountrycandles.net/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">highcountrycandles.net</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/highcountrycandles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">facebook.com/highcountrycandles</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://www.highcountrywoodworks2001.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">High Country Woodworks</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">864.430.8755</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.highcountrywoodworks2001.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">highcountrywoodworks2001.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/High-Country-Woodworks-111299160438855" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">facebook.com/High-Country-Woodworks</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://www.jmclaughlin.com/storelocator/nc/blowing-rock" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">J. McLaughlin</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.372.3003</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.jmclaughlin.com/storelocator/nc/blowing-rock" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">jmclaughlin.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/JMcLaughlinNY" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">facebook.com/JMcLaughlinNY</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://www.jerkyoutpost.net/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jerky Outpost at Tanger </a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.372.7000</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.jerkyoutpost.net/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">jerkyoutpost.net/</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/jerkyoutpost" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">facebook.com/jerkyoutpost</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://www.kilwins.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kilwin's Chocolates</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.3088</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.kilwins.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="kilwins.com (opens in a new tab)">kilwins.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/KilwinsChocolatesFudgeandIceCream/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="facebook.com/KilwinsChocolatesFudgeandIceCream/ (opens in a new tab)">facebook.com/KilwinsChocolatesFudgeandIceCream/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="http://www.herbs-teas.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Marmalade</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">740.816.1500</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="http://www.herbs-teas.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="petaliteas.com (opens in a new tab)">petaliteas.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/MarmaladeTea/">facebook.com/MarmaladeTea/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://www.martinhousegallery.com/portfolio" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Martin House Gallery</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">336.508.2828</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.martinhousegallery.com/portfolio" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">martinhousegallery.com/portfolio</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/martinhousegallery" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">facebook.com/martinhousegallery</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;">Meadowbrook Inn</td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.4300</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.meadowbrook-inn.com/giftcertificate" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">meadowbrook-inn.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/MeadowbrookInn" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">facebook.com/MeadowbrookInn</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="http://monkeesofblowingrock.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Monkee's of Blowing Rock</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.0708</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="http://monkeesofblowingrock.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="monkeesofblowingrock.com (opens in a new tab)">monkeesofblowingrock.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/monkeesbr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="facebook.com/monkeesbr (opens in a new tab)">facebook.com/monkeesbr </a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://www.neaco.com/shop.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">neaco</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.0709</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.neaco.com/shop.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="neaco.com/shop.html (opens in a new tab)">neaco.com/shop.html</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/neaco-50372099964/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="facebook.com/neaco-50372099964/ (opens in a new tab)">facebook.com/neaco</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://photosbymeta.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Photos By Meta</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://photosbymeta.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">photosbymeta.com/</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/photographybymeta" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">facebook.com/photographybymeta</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://rhoddie-bicycle-outfitters.square.site/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Rhoddie Bicycle Outfitters</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.414.9800</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://rhoddie-bicycle-outfitters.square.site/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">rhoddie-bicycle-outfitters.square.site/</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/RhoddieBicycleOutfitters" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">facebook.com/RhoddieBicycleOutfitters</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://rusticnc.square.site/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Rustic</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.9033</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://rusticnc.square.site/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">rusticnc.square.site/</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/RusticNC/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">facebook.com/RusticNC/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://www.southernhighlandguild.org/shop/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Southern Highland Craft Guild</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.298.7928</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.southernhighlandguild.org/shop/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="southernhighlandguild.org/events (opens in a new tab)">southernhighlandguild.org/shop</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/shcraftguild/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="facebook.com/shcraftguild/ (opens in a new tab)">facebook.com/shcraftguild/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://www.spiceandtea.com/spicestorepage/store/front/id/15" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Spice & Tea Exchange</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.372.7070</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.spiceandtea.com/spicestorepage/store/front/id/15" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="spiceandtea.com (opens in a new tab)">spiceandtea.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/TSTEBlwgRock/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="facebook.com/TSTEBlwgRock/ (opens in a new tab)">facebook.com/TSTEBlwgRock/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://shoparistopets.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Stella Blue's Pawtique</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.414.9899</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://shoparistopets.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">shoparistopets.com/</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/stellaspawtique/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">facebook.com/stellaspawtique/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;">Studio M Salon</td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.414.9333</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.studiomsalonbr.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">studiomsalonbr.com/</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/studiomsalonbr/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">facebook.com/studiomsalonbr/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://www.tazmaraz.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Tazmaraz</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.3737</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.tazmaraz.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">tazmaraz.com/</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Tazmaraz.Boutique/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">facebook.com/Tazmaraz.Boutique/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;">The Boutique Collection</td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.3110</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="http://www.finleyhousecouture.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="finleyhousecouture.com (opens in a new tab)">finleyhousecouture.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/finleyhouse/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="instagram.com/finleyhouse/ (opens in a new tab)">instagram.com/finleyhouse/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://www.thelaststrawinc.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Last Straw</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.3030</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.thelaststrawinc.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="thelaststrawinc.com (opens in a new tab)">thelaststrawinc.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/thelaststrawinc/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="facebook.com/thelaststrawinc/ (opens in a new tab)">facebook.com/thelaststrawinc/</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="http://www.themountainthreadcompany.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Mountain Thread Company</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.372.7024</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="http://www.themountainthreadcompany.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="themountainthreadcompany.com (opens in a new tab)">themountainthreadcompany.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/themountainthreadcompany" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="facebook.com/themountainthreadcompany (opens in a new tab)">facebook.com/themountainthreadcompany</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://www.weregoodsports.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">We're Good Sports</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.9547</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.weregoodsports.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">weregoodsports.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/weregoodsports" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">facebook.com/weregoodsports</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;">Westglow Resort & Spa</td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.295.4463</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://www.westglowresortandspa.com/holiday-gift-certificates" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">westglowresortandspa.com/holiday-gift-certificates</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Westglow" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">facebook.com/Westglow</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 225.799px;"><a href="https://wildbirdsgalore.com/index.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Wild Birds Galore</a></td> <td style="width: 85.7986px;">828.414.9528</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 111.354px;" data-align="center">x</td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 124.688px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td class="has-text-align-center" style="width: 101.354px;" data-align="center"> </td> <td style="width: 206.91px;"><a href="https://wildbirdsgalore.com/index.html">wildbirdsgalore.com</a></td> <td style="width: 446.91px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Wild-Birds-Galore-1731453170414658/">facebook.com/Wild-Birds-Galore</a></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </figure> <!-- /wp:table --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h3><br />Many Blowing Rock restaurants offer gift cards as well! <a href="https://blowingrock.com/services/restaurants/">Click here to see our directory for contact information.</a></h3> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3> </h3> 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Here's a small group and how they are helping, and ways you can get involved if you are among the well and financially stable. </em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Blowing Rock C.A.R.E.S.</strong><br />828-295-7675<br />Rumple Memorial Presbyterian Church, 1218 Main Street, Blowing Rock, NC 28605<br />Mondays 9:00 am - 12:00 pm and Fridays 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm<br />This food pantry helps our local families with weekly distribution of donated items, and has added a second pick-up day during this current time of need. If you are a Watauga County resident in need of assistance, this pantry is open to you! Stop by Rumple Church during the hours above to pick up food, free of charge.<br /><em>How to help:</em> Blowing Rock C.A.R.E.S. is always accepting donations of non-perishable food, as well as monetary donations. During this time, the charity is working to be able to deliver food boxes- contact them to see if you can be of assistance with that! <br />More at <a href="http://blowingrockcares.com/wordpress/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label=" (opens in a new tab)">http://blowingrockcares.com/wordpress/</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="http://www.faithbridgeumc.org/casting-bread-food-pantry.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Casting Bread Food Pantry</a><br />828-295-8333<br />194 Aho Road, Blowing Rock, NC 28605<br />Wed. & Thurs. from 10:30 am – 3 pm<br />Casting Bread is operated by FaithBridge United Methodist Church, offering pantry pickup times for those in need of food. The soup kitchen is closed for now to reduce risk during COVID-19 precautions. Pantry food box pick-up is on Wed. & Thurs. from 10:30 am – 3 pm.<br /><em>How to help</em>: Casting Bread is always accepting donations of food, hygiene, and household goods, although monetary donations are more efficient due to their ability to purchase food from Second Harvest Food Bank. Call for drop-off information, or donate funds <a href="http://www.faithbridgeumc.org/get-involved.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">online.</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://www.hosphouse.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Hospitality House (opens in a new tab)">Hospitality House</a></strong><br />828-264-1237<br />338 Brook Hollow Rd, Boone, NC 28607<br />This organization works to combat homelessness, hunger, and poverty in our communities. They serve three meals a day (breakfast 6:30 am - 8:30 am; lunch 11:30 am - 1:00 pm; and dinner 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm), which is now being offered to-go. Meals are provided to all residents and any community members at no charge. The Food Pantry is open seven days a week from 12:00 - 4:00 pm, and is available to anyone in our region who qualifies for low-income assistance. <br /><em>How to help:</em> Hospitality House is looking for donations to feed children and families during school closures. The organization anticipates a spike in hunger and need by individuals, families and college students displaced by school and restaurant closures. As the operations have now switched to take-away, the Community Kitchen is in need of to-go containers, wrapped utensils, and other single-use items.<br />More at <a href="https://www.hosphouse.org/covid19">https://www.hosphouse.org/covid19</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://www.hungerandhealthcoalition.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Hunger & Health Coalition (opens in a new tab)">Hunger & Health Coalition</a></strong><br />828-262-1628<br />141 Health Center Drive, Suite C, Boone, NC 28607<br />Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm<br />The Hunger & Health coalition assists individuals and families with food and prescription medication needs in Watauga County. Food boxes, to-go meals, and the Fresh Market are available with a simple sign up. Due to an abundance of caution, they are converting their operations to a drive-thru model.  <br /><em>How to help:</em> Food donations and volunteers are always needed. A donor has pledged to match funds during this time, so monetary donations can go even further!<br />More at <a href="https://www.hungerandhealthcoalition.com/coronovirus">https://www.hungerandhealthcoalition.com/coronovirus</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Care Box</strong> (<a href="http://winetowater.org/coronavirus" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Wine to Water (opens in a new tab)">Wine to Water</a>)<br />828-865-5117 <br />Ransom Restaurant, Wine to Water, and Vincent Properties have teamed up to assist service industry workers during the pandemic crisis. This new program seeks to provide boxes of food and household items to servers and food industry employees who have lost work. To inquire about receiving food from Care Box, service workers should contact their employer to connect with the group’s organizers. Pickup for the boxes will be every Thursday and Friday from 1 to 6 p.m. using a voucher system. <br /><em>How to help:</em> Donations are being taken now! Volunteers may also be needed to pack boxes; inquire by emailing care.box40 @ gmail.com. Care Box has already packed more than 16,000 meals and the need continues. <br />Donate to Care Box at <em><a href="http://give.winetowater.org/CAREBOX">give.winetowater.org/CAREBOX</a></em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Read more about Care Box (and many other amazing community efforts) in <a href="https://www.wataugademocrat.com/covid19/boone-steps-up-high-country-community-offers-ways-to-help/article_18552664-e863-54cb-88c2-81607b9c54fb.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="this article by the Watauga Democrat. (opens in a new tab)">this article by the Watauga Democrat.</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>If you're experiencing food insecurity</strong> in the High Country, you don't have to go hungry. <a href="https://blowingrock.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/wataugafood.jpg">Click here to view the Watauga Area Food Guide.</a></p> <p><strong>Taking care of your mental health</strong> is important during this crisis. <a href="https://covid19.ncdhhs.gov/about-covid-19/wellness-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">See a list of resources to help here.</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://blowingrockncchamber.com/pages/membergroup/18" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Here is a list of more local non-profits and community groups! 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</wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_et_pb_old_content]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> </item> <item> <title>Virtual Visit: Connect at Home</title> <link>https://blowingrock.com/connect-at-home-spring-2020/</link> <pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2020 17:12:58 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator><![CDATA[amanda]]></dc:creator> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://blowingrock.com/?p=8634</guid> <description></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3>While you stay at home and practice social distancing, enjoy views and experiences in and around Blowing Rock! "Visit" some attractions and shops below:</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Walk Along Main Street</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Take a walk down Main Street on a beautiful summer morning:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <figure><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ae57kaZJcRM" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></figure> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Take a Hike: Glen Burney Trail</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Enjoy this hiker's-eye-view of the Glen Burney Trail in Blowing Rock! See early spring flowers and buds, and the waterfalls along the way.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <figure><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/lW58S4EWR6w" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></figure> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Take a Hike: Rough Ridge</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The portion of the Tanawha Trail at Rough Ridge on the Blue Ridge Parkway is much-loved hike. We took this hike the first week of April, when the trees were still mostly bare but the sun was warm.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <figure><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/skiwg5qsJ6k" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></figure> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Navigate Blowing Rock on Google Maps</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Drop onto Main Street and navigate through the village, with images taken last summer:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <figure><iframe src="https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!4v1589999938035!6m8!1m7!1sZTJOM6qx6ZgX-BXV82t9yQ!2m2!1d36.13273218276485!2d-81.67824500186059!3f0!4f0!5f0.7820865974627469" width="600" height="450" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></figure> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>The Blowing Rock</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="The Blowing Rock (opens in a new tab)" href="http://theblowingrock.com/" target="_blank">The Blowing Rock</a> is known for incredible views! Enjoy the <a href="https://www.raysweather.com/Webcams/The+Blowing+Rock" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="view of Grandfather Mountain from the Ray's Weather webcam (opens in a new tab)">view of Grandfather Mountain from the Ray's Weather webcam</a>, which takes a new high-resolution photo every few minutes. There are many more local cams on Ray's Weather to check out.<br>The attraction is closed to the public for now, but videos are posted often to their <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Facebook page (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.facebook.com/TheBRTravelAttraction/" target="_blank">Facebook page</a>! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FTheBRTravelAttraction%2Fvideos%2F258568458505080%2F&show_text=0&width=560" width="560" height="315" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>The Blowing Rock Art & History Museum</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Blowing Rock Art & History Museum has launched <a href="https://www.blowingrockmuseum.org/athome" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BRAHM At Home</a>. From guided art instruction to audio files of interviews with local figures, DAILY programming is curated just for you at home! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":8655,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"custom"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://www.blowingrockmuseum.org/athome" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img src="https://blowingrock.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/brahmathome-1024x169.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8655"/></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>BRAHM is also posting programming to their YouTube channel. Check out this Coffee with the Curator with Pete Lupo:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hFnWc4SiLik" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen=""></iframe> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Follow <a href="https://www.facebook.com/brmuseum/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="BRAHM on Facebook (opens in a new tab)">BRAHM on Facebook</a> for updates!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>1888 Museum</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>See the 1888 Museum on Main Street, the last remaining cottage from our first hotel, the Watauga Hotel, in this video from <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.facebook.com/InnMtn/" target="_blank">Mountainaire Inn & Log Cabins:</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <figure><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FInnMtn%2Fvideos%2F663141314170615%2F&show_text=0&width=560" width="560" height="315" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></figure> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Grandfather Mountain</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://grandfather.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Grandfather Mountain (opens in a new tab)">Grandfather Mountain</a> is featuring a series of "Nature Minutes" on<a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandfatherMtn/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label=" their Facebook page (opens in a new tab)"> their Facebook page</a>. Meet some of the wildlife and learn about different aspects of the mountain, all from home. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FGrandfatherMtn%2Fvideos%2F150268003053151%2F&show_text=0&width=560" width="560" height="315" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:html --> <iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FGrandfatherMtn%2Fvideos%2F2575218106132271%2F&show_text=0&width=560" width="560" height="315" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Get the best views of the Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show at the Broyhill Equestrian Preserve, after a bit of fun historical photos!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <figure><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/173557475" width="640" height="338" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></figure> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Video from Nelson Aerial Productions Inc on Vimeo. <a href="https://brchs.org/videos/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Find more videos from the Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show here!</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Blowing Rock Downtown Cam</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Don't forget about the <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Main Street webcam in Blowing Rock (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.resortcams.com/webcams/blowing-rock/" target="_blank">Main Street webcam in Blowing Rock</a>. The view shifts across Main Street and Memorial Park, so you won't miss when the trees bud and the flowers bloom. And, Resort Cams has many other live views of your favorite High Country places to find on the same site!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Rooftop Apiary:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Did you know that <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MeadowbrookInn/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Meadowbrook Inn</a> has a rooftop apiary of honeybees? Take a look inside one of the hives here:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <figure><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FMeadowbrookInn%2Fvideos%2F2512980135402806%2F&show_text=0&width=476" width="476" height="476" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></figure> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJ3XifUO0Ek&feature=youtu.be" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Learn a bit more about Meadowbrook Inn's bees here</a>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Shops & Restaurants!</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>See new red and blue pottery at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Bolick-and-Traditions-Pottery-253255538003/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bolick & Traditions Pottery</a>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <figure><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2F253255538003%2Fvideos%2F999909617071958%2F&show_text=0&width=267" width="267" height="476" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></figure> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Learn how to sew a rope basket with Katherine at <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://www.themountainthreadcompany.com/" target="_blank">The Mountain Thread Company</a> in this video series. She makes baskets in her studio shop often, and it's a fun process to watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <figure><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4xGLE4yu4bQ" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></figure> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Watch a candle being carved at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/highcountrycandles/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">High Country Candles</a>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <figure><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fhighcountrycandles%2Fvideos%2F1734088859949523%2F&show_text=0&width=267" width="267" height="476" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></figure> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Get a sweet neighborhood feeling with this scene from<a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheSpeckledTroutRestaurantandBottleShop/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Speckled Trout Restaurant & Bottle Shop</a>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <figure><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FTheSpeckledTroutRestaurantandBottleShop%2Fvideos%2F1995554833990020%2F&show_text=0&width=476" width="476" height="476" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></figure> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Have you ever seen a Flaming Coffee being made? Check out this video of Felix making one at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Storiestgrille/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Storie Street Grille</a>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <figure><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FStoriestgrille%2Fvideos%2F10155697421792639%2F&show_text=0&width=560" width="560" height="458" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></figure> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:image {"id":8828,"width":340,"height":361,"sizeSlug":"large"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://blowingrock.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/felix.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8828" width="340" height="361"/><figcaption>Felix making Flaming Coffee- Storie Street Grille photo</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Enjoy a little music from a performance at <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.facebook.com/RusticNC/" target="_blank">Rustic</a>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FRusticNC%2Fvideos%2F745650449184323%2F&show_text=0&width=267" width="267" height="476" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We've put together some fun activities to bring Blowing Rock to you! Check these out:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://blowingrock.com/puzzle-at-home/">Blowing Rock Puzzles</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://blowingrock.com/coloring-pages/">Blowing Rock Coloring Pages</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://blowingrock.com/virtual-easter-egg-hunt/">Virtual Easter Egg Hunt</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lots of local places post regularly to social media, so look for your favorites and engage with them to see more of them in your Facebook and Instagram feeds. Restaurants in particular are posting all their information for take out! You can see crafting ideas (and kits to order) from<a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.facebook.com/UnwoundYarns/" target="_blank"> Unwound</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/themountainthreadcompany/">The Mountain Thread Company</a>, get delicious cooking tips and spice suggestions from <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="The Spice & Tea Exchange (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.facebook.com/TSTEBlwgRock/" target="_blank">The Spice & Tea Exchange</a>, and enjoy new spring looks from <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/monkeesbr/" target="_blank">Monkee's</a>. <br> <br>We also suggest enjoying some "Virtual Travel" with our friends at Travel Through Life, who are reposting an album and info from a different NC town each day! They want to inspire your future travel plans. Blowing Rock was one of the first in the series.<br> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/travthroughlife">https://www.facebook.com/travthroughlife</a> <br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->]]></content:encoded> <excerpt:encoded><![CDATA[]]></excerpt:encoded> <wp:post_id>8634</wp:post_id> <wp:post_date><![CDATA[2020-03-25 13:12:58]]></wp:post_date> <wp:post_date_gmt><![CDATA[2020-03-25 17:12:58]]></wp:post_date_gmt> <wp:comment_status><![CDATA[closed]]></wp:comment_status> <wp:ping_status><![CDATA[closed]]></wp:ping_status> <wp:post_name><![CDATA[connect-at-home-spring-2020]]></wp:post_name> <wp:status><![CDATA[publish]]></wp:status> <wp:post_parent>0</wp:post_parent> <wp:menu_order>0</wp:menu_order> <wp:post_type><![CDATA[post]]></wp:post_type> <wp:post_password><![CDATA[]]></wp:post_password> <wp:is_sticky>0</wp:is_sticky> <category domain="category" nicename="blog"><![CDATA[Blog]]></category> <category domain="category" nicename="covid19"><![CDATA[Covid19]]></category> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_edit_last]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[2]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_yoast_wpseo_primary_category]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[410]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_overlay]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[off]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_overlay_color]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[#000]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_overlay_alpha]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[30]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_no_loop]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[off]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[vidbg_metabox_field_tap_to_unmute]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[off]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_blog_head]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[default]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_post_summery]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[default]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_post_sidebar]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[yes]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_sidebar_choice]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[sidebar-primary]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_blog_author]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[default]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_kad_blog_carousel_similar]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[default]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[wptr_hide_title]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[0]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_yoast_wpseo_content_score]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[90]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_yoast_wpseo_metadesc]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[Enjoy views and experiences from Blowing Rock without leaving home! 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While COVID-19 is a new virus, the coordination, communication efforts, and infrastructure around our public health preparedness is firmly in place.</p> <p>To date, there have been two confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the county. App HealthCare is receiving regular updates from NC Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on this rapidly evolving situation. The department is in regular contact with key town officials and Appalachian Regional HealthCare to discuss status reports, directives, and messaging for the community. In addition, your Town Manager is participating in daily conference calls hosted by App HealthCare, which offer updates and guidance for County school officials, municipalities, and other stakeholders in the community.</p> <p>Following direction from Governor Roy Cooper and State officials, the Town of Blowing Rock will be making several changes to Town programs, activities, and access to municipal buildings in an effort to keep residents and Town employees healthy and safe.</p> <p>Blowing Rock Police Officers and the Blowing Rock Fire and Rescue Department will continue to respond to emergency calls for service. If you have an emergency, dial 911 and officers will respond as always. For non-emergency Police calls please dial 828-295-5210.</p> <p>Blowing Rock Town Hall: Beginning on Monday, March 16, there will be no public access to Town Hall until further notice. All Town Hall staff will continue to work and will be available to respond to any questions and provide services by email and phone by calling 828-295-5200. We have our administrative staff answering calls and offering assistance during normal business hours.</p> <p>A locked drop-box is also located in front of Town Hall where payments and other Town Hall correspondence may be dropped off. This box is checked regularly each business day.</p> <p>Planning and Zoning will continue to work and provide service via phone calls, emails, and appointments as needed. Please call 828-295-5200.</p> <p>Due to COVID-19 concerns, commercial trash pick-up will be on Wednesday only. Residential trash pick-up is on schedule as normal.</p> <p>Blowing Rock Water Treatment Plant and the Blowing Rock Waste-Water Treatment Plant will continue operations as normal. All Staff are present as normal. Streets Department is working on rotating schedules and are present for issues and repairs that arise.</p> <p>Effective on Saturday, March 14, the Blowing Rock Parks and Recreation Department will postpone all programs, classes, rentals and events until further notice.</p> <p>Local Restaurant and Business Support: Dine-in service at all restaurants, cafes, and coffee shops is suspended; however, many restaurants are offering take-out or delivery options. Town Partners at the Chamber and TDA have developed resources to help support these restaurants through their websites.</p> <p><a href="https://blowingrock.com/">https://blowingrock.com/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.blowingrockncchamber.com/home">https://www.blowingrockncchamber.com/home</a></p> <p>The community is also encouraged to Shop Local. Many stores are offering pick-up and delivery options and more plans will be shared in the coming days. Resources to support local businesses are also available on the town websites.</p> <p> </p> <p><b>Churches:</b><b> </b></p> <p>Our Town Churches are here for support and assistance:</p> <p>Rumple Memorial Presbyterian -Kathy Beach</p> <p>828-295-7675</p> <p><a href="mailto:Pastorrumple@gmail.com">Pastorrumple@gmail.com</a></p> <p>St. Mary’s of the Hills Episcopal - Andrew Hege</p> <p>828-295-7323</p> <p><a href="mailto:rector@stmaryofthehills.org">rector@stmaryofthehills.org</a></p> <p>Blowing Rock Methodist - Michael Brown</p> <p>828-372-7009</p> <p><a href="mailto:mbb4567@yahoo.com">mbb4567@yahoo.com</a></p> <p>First Baptist of Blowing Rock-Rusty Guenther</p> <p>828-295-7715</p> <p><a href="mailto:rusty@firstbaptistblowingrock.com">rusty@firstbaptistblowingrock.com</a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><b> </b><b>Statewide Information:</b></p> <p> </p> <p>Governor Roy Cooper and state officials issued new orders for all communities in North Carolina that include:</p> <p>• Restricting all gatherings to 25 people or fewer (this includes civic, public, leisure, faith-based events, sporting events with spectators, concerts, and venues like fitness centers, private clubs, and theatres)</p> <p>• Temporarily eliminating all on-premises dining at bars, restaurants, cafes and other eating establishments and allowing take-out options ONLY (grocery stores are exempt from this order to allow people to purchase food and supplies)</p> <p>As of March 19, an Order of Abatement of Imminent Hazard issued by the Secretary of the NC Department of Health and Human Services, states that “seating areas of restaurants and bars constitute an imminent hazard for the spread of COVID-19.†Restaurants shall close all seating areas immediately and bars are directed to close immediately. Restaurants are restricted to carry-out, drive-through, and delivery to ensure food is available while maintaining social distancing. Restaurant staff are not permitted to serve patrons indoors or in the outdoor seating area, and all areas of North Carolina are subject to mass gathering restrictions and social distancing guidelines<b>. </b>If a restaurant has outdoor seating, onsite consumption in the outdoor seating area is not permitted pursuant to the Order of Abatement.</p> <p>• Closing all public and private schools</p> <p> </p> <p><b>Guidance on Social Distancing:</b></p> <p><b> </b>Public Health officials agree that social distancing – keeping people as physically separate as possible – can help slow the spread of COVID-19 and “flatten the curve†to limit the numbers of cases of infection on any given day. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has detailed resources for our community.</p> <ol> <li>Refrain from interacting with vulnerable groups or individuals – grandparents, chronically ill; immune compromised.</li> <li>In public, avoid touching things that have been touched by many others – doors knobs, push buttons, credit card machine buttons, etc. If you must use a high touch object, wash hands immediately.</li> <li>Don’t go to necessary places like grocery stores during high peak hours; remain at least 6 feet away from others when shopping or in lines; use delivery services if possible.</li> <li>Opt for activities that allow you and family members to keep distances from others. For parents, this means not allowing playdates; not allowing students who are out of school to congregate together in large groups, both inside homes and outside.</li> <li>Stay at home as much as possible. Businesses and employers are encouraging people to work from home. Look for ways to stay in contact with others by phone, social media, online meeting platforms and other remote technology.</li> </ol> <p>Please continue to be vigilant in following the restrictions in place; remind children, teens and young adults to adhere to these restrictions; and check on neighbors and those who may be frail, vulnerable, lonely or feel isolated.</p> <p><a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/03.16.20_coronavirus-guidance_8.5x11_315PM.pdf">https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/03.16.20_coronavirus-guidance_8.5x11_315PM.pdf</a></p> <p> </p> <p><b>Mental Health:</b></p> <p>Visit the App HealthCare website for Mental Health resources and regular updates.</p> <p><a href="https://www.apphealthcare.com/">https://www.apphealthcare.com/</a></p> <p>Help and information regarding Coronavirus is also available by calling North Carolina 2-1-1.</p> <p>The Town of Blowing Rock is focused on the health, safety, and welfare of our citizens, staff, and families. Town staff and officials appreciate the many individual, grassroots, and outreach efforts offered to residents as we all work together to protect our community. Thank you for your understanding as we work through these difficult times.</p> </div> </div></div></div></div></div>]]></content:encoded> <excerpt:encoded><![CDATA[]]></excerpt:encoded> <wp:post_id>8670</wp:post_id> <wp:post_date><![CDATA[2020-03-24 18:58:40]]></wp:post_date> <wp:post_date_gmt><![CDATA[2020-03-24 22:58:40]]></wp:post_date_gmt> <wp:comment_status><![CDATA[closed]]></wp:comment_status> <wp:ping_status><![CDATA[closed]]></wp:ping_status> <wp:post_name><![CDATA[letter-from-town-of-blowing-rock]]></wp:post_name> <wp:status><![CDATA[publish]]></wp:status> <wp:post_parent>0</wp:post_parent> <wp:menu_order>0</wp:menu_order> <wp:post_type><![CDATA[post]]></wp:post_type> <wp:post_password><![CDATA[]]></wp:post_password> <wp:is_sticky>0</wp:is_sticky> <category domain="category" nicename="covid19"><![CDATA[Covid19]]></category> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_edit_last]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[2]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[wptr_hide_title]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[0]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[_yoast_wpseo_content_score]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[30]]></wp:meta_value> </wp:postmeta> <wp:postmeta> <wp:meta_key><![CDATA[panels_data]]></wp:meta_key> <wp:meta_value><![CDATA[a:3:{s:7:"widgets";a:1:{i:0;a:9:{s:5:"title";s:0:"";s:4:"text";s:8724:"<p>FROM: Shane Fox, Town Manager, Blowing Rock, NC</p> <p>RE: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update and Local Efforts</p> <p>March 21, 2020</p> <p>To our beloved Blowing Rock residents, businesses, and stakeholders,</p> <p>I am writing to you today to provide an update regarding COVID-19, as well as to highlight the plans in place in our community to address any local implications of this virus.</p> <p>Watauga County, App HealthCare, the Town of Blowing Rock, and neighboring jurisdictions, have been preparing for emerging infectious diseases for many years. While COVID-19 is a new virus, the coordination, communication efforts, and infrastructure around our public health preparedness is firmly in place.</p> <p>To date, there have been two confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the county. App HealthCare is receiving regular updates from NC Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on this rapidly evolving situation. The department is in regular contact with key town officials and Appalachian Regional HealthCare to discuss status reports, directives, and messaging for the community. In addition, your Town Manager is participating in daily conference calls hosted by App HealthCare, which offer updates and guidance for County school officials, municipalities, and other stakeholders in the community.</p> <p>Following direction from Governor Roy Cooper and State officials, the Town of Blowing Rock will be making several changes to Town programs, activities, and access to municipal buildings in an effort to keep residents and Town employees healthy and safe.</p> <p>Blowing Rock Police Officers and the Blowing Rock Fire and Rescue Department will continue to respond to emergency calls for service. If you have an emergency, dial 911 and officers will respond as always. For non-emergency Police calls please dial 828-295-5210.</p> <p>Blowing Rock Town Hall: Beginning on Monday, March 16, there will be no public access to Town Hall until further notice. All Town Hall staff will continue to work and will be available to respond to any questions and provide services by email and phone by calling 828-295-5200. We have our administrative staff answering calls and offering assistance during normal business hours.</p> <p>A locked drop-box is also located in front of Town Hall where payments and other Town Hall correspondence may be dropped off. This box is checked regularly each business day.</p> <p>Planning and Zoning will continue to work and provide service via phone calls, emails, and appointments as needed. Please call 828-295-5200.</p> <p>Due to COVID-19 concerns, commercial trash pick-up will be on Wednesday only. Residential trash pick-up is on schedule as normal.</p> <p>Blowing Rock Water Treatment Plant and the Blowing Rock Waste-Water Treatment Plant will continue operations as normal. All Staff are present as normal. Streets Department is working on rotating schedules and are present for issues and repairs that arise.</p> <p>Effective on Saturday, March 14, the Blowing Rock Parks and Recreation Department will postpone all programs, classes, rentals and events until further notice.</p> <p>Local Restaurant and Business Support: Dine-in service at all restaurants, cafes, and coffee shops is suspended; however, many restaurants are offering take-out or delivery options. Town Partners at the Chamber and TDA have developed resources to help support these restaurants through their websites.</p> <p><a href="https://blowingrock.com/">https://blowingrock.com/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.blowingrockncchamber.com/home">https://www.blowingrockncchamber.com/home</a></p> <p>The community is also encouraged to Shop Local. Many stores are offering pick-up and delivery options and more plans will be shared in the coming days. Resources to support local businesses are also available on the town websites.</p> <p> </p> <p><b>Churches:</b><b> </b></p> <p>Our Town Churches are here for support and assistance:</p> <p>Rumple Memorial Presbyterian -Kathy Beach</p> <p>828-295-7675</p> <p><a href="mailto:Pastorrumple@gmail.com">Pastorrumple@gmail.com</a></p> <p>St. Mary’s of the Hills Episcopal - Andrew Hege</p> <p>828-295-7323</p> <p><a href="mailto:rector@stmaryofthehills.org">rector@stmaryofthehills.org</a></p> <p>Blowing Rock Methodist - Michael Brown</p> <p>828-372-7009</p> <p><a href="mailto:mbb4567@yahoo.com">mbb4567@yahoo.com</a></p> <p>First Baptist of Blowing Rock-Rusty Guenther</p> <p>828-295-7715</p> <p><a href="mailto:rusty@firstbaptistblowingrock.com">rusty@firstbaptistblowingrock.com</a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><b> </b><b>Statewide Information:</b></p> <p> </p> <p>Governor Roy Cooper and state officials issued new orders for all communities in North Carolina that include:</p> <p>• Restricting all gatherings to 25 people or fewer (this includes civic, public, leisure, faith-based events, sporting events with spectators, concerts, and venues like fitness centers, private clubs, and theatres)</p> <p>• Temporarily eliminating all on-premises dining at bars, restaurants, cafes and other eating establishments and allowing take-out options ONLY (grocery stores are exempt from this order to allow people to purchase food and supplies)</p> <p>As of March 19, an Order of Abatement of Imminent Hazard issued by the Secretary of the NC Department of Health and Human Services, states that “seating areas of restaurants and bars constitute an imminent hazard for the spread of COVID-19.†Restaurants shall close all seating areas immediately and bars are directed to close immediately. Restaurants are restricted to carry-out, drive-through, and delivery to ensure food is available while maintaining social distancing. Restaurant staff are not permitted to serve patrons indoors or in the outdoor seating area, and all areas of North Carolina are subject to mass gathering restrictions and social distancing guidelines<b>. </b>If a restaurant has outdoor seating, onsite consumption in the outdoor seating area is not permitted pursuant to the Order of Abatement.</p> <p>• Closing all public and private schools</p> <p> </p> <p><b>Guidance on Social Distancing:</b></p> <p><b> </b>Public Health officials agree that social distancing – keeping people as physically separate as possible – can help slow the spread of COVID-19 and “flatten the curve†to limit the numbers of cases of infection on any given day. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has detailed resources for our community.</p> <ol> <li>Refrain from interacting with vulnerable groups or individuals – grandparents, chronically ill; immune compromised.</li> <li>In public, avoid touching things that have been touched by many others – doors knobs, push buttons, credit card machine buttons, etc. If you must use a high touch object, wash hands immediately.</li> <li>Don’t go to necessary places like grocery stores during high peak hours; remain at least 6 feet away from others when shopping or in lines; use delivery services if possible.</li> <li>Opt for activities that allow you and family members to keep distances from others. For parents, this means not allowing playdates; not allowing students who are out of school to congregate together in large groups, both inside homes and outside.</li> <li>Stay at home as much as possible. Businesses and employers are encouraging people to work from home. 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