Candidate Debate/NC House 93rd District
Kiwanis Club of Boone will host a debate among the three candidates for 93rd District NC House of Representative including incumbant, Democrat Cullie Tarlton, Republican Dan Soucek and Libertarian Jeff Cannon.
HIDEAugust 19th at the Broyhill Inn and Conference Center. Lunch available at 11:30 ($12 full buffet, $8.69 Soup and Salad. Debate will begin at noon. For reservation please call Minton Tinsley 263-8047 or Susan Jones 265-8302.
HIDE AMERICAN RED CROSS DISASTER SERVICES TRAINING
We will be offering PSYCHOLOGICAL FIRST AID. This course will provide a framework for understanding the factors that affect stress responses in disaster relief workers and the clients that we serve. In addition, it provides practical suggestions about what you can say and do as you practice the principles that you will learn. This course in intended for any current & potential new disaster volunteer interested in supporting the role of the Red Cross and is highly recommened for any volunteer who wishes to work directly with disaster clients.
HIDEPlease join us on Saturday August 30th from 9:00am till 12:00pm at the chapter office located at 331 Queen St., in the rock building next to the court house.
This class is FREE, but pre-registration is required. Please call Cheryl at (828) 264-8226 or you can email her at bellabickley@yahoo.com to register or if you have any questions.
HIDE Barbeque Dinner!!!
7th Annual Barbeque Dinner Sponsored by Stamey Strollers, Avery County Relay for Life Team.
HIDEEat BBQ, Listen to Music, Fight Cancer! Join Us on Saturday, August 9th, 12 noon until 7 p.m. at the Avery Middle School Cafeteria for our 7th Annual Barbeque Dinner.
Menu: Barbeque Pork, Baked Beans, Slaw, Bread, Homemade Dessert, and Hot Dogs for the Kids.
Sponsored by Stamey Strollers, an Avery County Relay for Life Team.
Local Entertainment all through the day.
All proceeds go to the Avery County Relay for Life!
Please help the Stamey Strollers in their fight against cancer!
For more information call Rita @ 733-0875 or Ken @ 733-4428.
HIDE Kids In Cars
This is a Public Annoucement from the Safe Kids Of Watauga and the Watauga County Child Fatality Team
HIDEHot Cars Harm
Boone, NC (July 1, 2008) - Even though it may not get as hot in the High Country as it does off the mountain, the Watauga County Child Fatality Prevention Team and Safe Kids Watauga County stress the importance of never leaving a child in a car - especially on hot days. According to... Heat-related illnesses cause more deaths in the U.S. than hurricanes, lightning, tornadoes, floods and earthquakes combined.
To date in 2008, five infants/children have died due to vehicular hyperthermia, including one in Watauga County. Safe Kids Watauga County sponsored a demonstration at EmergencyFest on June 14, 2008 to increase awareness. A "fake" child under age 3 was placed in a car with the windows rolled up and doors shut from 9:30 am until 1:15 pm. At an average of 10 degrees per hour, the thermometer inside the car rose from 77 degrees to 110 degrees during the demonstration; the temperature outside the car was 78 degrees.
All drivers should prepare and plan - make sure your child stays hydrated during warm weather days and use air conditioning when available. Be aware of your child's location as well as whether or not they have accessibility to play in cars unattended. Never leave babies sleeping in cars or children alone in a car - not even for a minute.
HIDE Humane Society of Wilkes Pet Adoption Fair
Humane Society of Wilkes Pet Adoption Fair
HIDEThe Humane Society of Wilkes will hold a Pet Adoption Fair at Church Hardware, 1514 West D Street, North Wilkesboro, Saturday, August 16th, from 10:30 am until 3:00 pm. Dogs, puppies, cats and kittens will be available for adoption. Adoption fees include vet exam, worming, rabies shot and spay or neuter. Pet related items will also be for sale. For more information or to see some of these special animals, visit www.humanesocietyofwilkes.org.
HIDE Ruritan Fish Fry
Ruritan Monthly Fish Fry Friday 8 August in Sugar Grove from 4:30 - 7:00. Cost is $8.00 per plate.
HIDEThe monthly Mountaineer Ruritan Fish Fry will be Friday the 8th of August from 4:30 - 7:00 pm in Sugar Grove, NC. For only $8.00, you receive all you ever wanted of fish, chicken, hush puppies, french fries, cole slaw and drink and the Ruritans do all the work while you dine and catch up on the local news. See you Friday in Sugar Grove!
HIDE 2nd Annual Barn Dance
Last year's barn dance was so much fun, Beech Mountain has decided to do it again.
HIDEMark your calendars to attend this fun dance with live music - August 16th. For more details, call Peggy or Mike at the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce: 387-9283
HIDE 6th Annual Mile High Kite Festival
Join us again on August 31st at the top of Beech Mountain for our Mile High Kite Festival.
HIDELearn to build and fly a kite from the experts. For more information, call Peggy or Mike at the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce: (828) 387-9283
HIDE END OF SUMMER MINI USED BOOK SALE
USED BOOKS FOR SALE...BENEFITING THE WATAUGA COUNTY LIBRARY
HIDETHE FRIENDS OF THE WATAUGA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY WILL SPONSOR A MINI USED BOOK SALE IN THE LIBRARY MEETING ROOM ON AUG 21ST 5-8 PM; AUG 22ND 9 AM TO 7 PM; AND SATURDAY AUG. 23RD 9:00 AM TO 1 PM.COME EARLY FOR BEST SELECTION.
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE WATAUGA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY.
YOU MAY DONATE BOOKS, TAPES,DVD'S UNTIL WEDNESDAY AUG 20TH AT THE LIBRARY.
HIDE Relay for Life
The Avery County Relay for Life event will be held August 16th from 3:00 p.m.-midnight.
HIDEWhere: Avery County High School
Why: To Fight Against Cancer
Who: EVERYONE!
Please join us in our fight against cancer.
Fundraisers: August 9th
1. Stamey Strollers Barbecue at Avery Middle School,noon- 7:00 pm
2. Big Meadows Baptist Church Car Wash at Lowes Foods in Newland,9:00am-1:00pm
HIDE 5th Annual Poker Run
Cranberry Middle Freedom Trailblazers host this event to raise money for Avery Relay for Life.
HIDEWhere: Cranberry Middle School
When: 9:30 am registration. $20.00 donation, $10.00 passenger donation.
Ride begins at 11:00 am. Donation includes poker hand and soup and bean supper at the end. More info: Deb Winters 423-772-3404; or 733-9407.
HIDE Reception for new WHS principal
Welcome Reception
August 14, 2008
4:15 - 6:15 pm
WHS Media Center
HIDEFRIENDS, the parent support organization for Watauga High School, will host a reception to welcome new principal, Mr. Michael Wyant, on Thursday, August 14th, from 4:15 - 6:15 pm in the WHS media center. Light refreshments will be served. All members of the community who wish to meet and welcome Mr. Wyant are invited to attend.
HIDE SOCCER!
Be a part of the High Country Soccer Association!
HIDEWe are still adding soccer players for the 2008 fall season. While we encourage anyone interested to contact us, we are specifically looking to add to our under 12 girls team and our under 10 girls academy program. Please visit our website or contact Liam Farrell for more details: irishli03@hotmail.com
HIDE Wayne Henderson, Jeff Little & Steve Lewis Concert on Friday, September 5th --A Benefit for the Ashe County Library Furnishings and Equipment Fund
Mark your calendars for a great concert by Wayne Henderson, Jeff, Little and Steve Lewis on Friday, September 5th.
They will be appearing at 7:30 p.m. at the Ashe County Civic Center
to help raise money for the new library’s furnishings and equipment fund.
HIDETickets are just $15 at the Ashe County library (temporarily located in Jefferson Station) and Bluemoon Guitars and Music Store in downtown West Jefferson and at the Mast Store in Boone on King Street. Sales may be in cash or check only. Buy your tickets soon as their concerts are always popular!
For information, call 336-846-2041.
HIDE Watauga Leisure Biking Club August Schedule
Please see our website for a listing of Club rides for August.
HIDEGo to www.wataugaleisurebiking.com for ride schedule and specific club details.
HIDE Doc & Jeff in Todd
Doc Watson, Jeff Little & Friends play at Cook Park in Todd August 9, presented by Todd Community Preservation Organization. Admission charge.
HIDEDoc Watson returns to Todd for the 6th year to benefit the James "Crow" Parsons Memorial Fund and the Todd community. Joined this year by Jeff Little, Pianoman of the Blue Ridge; also featuring Backstreet and Phoenix Mountain. 3 to 7 PM. Tickets $15 (children under 12 free). Bring something to sit on. More information at www.toddnc.org or call 336-877-5401.
HIDE Sugar Mountain Golf Tournament August 29, 2008
Golf Tournament at the Sugar Mountain Village Golf Course to benefit the J. Douglas Williams Park.
HIDEDate: Friday August 29, 2008 Registration: 8 AM - Breakfast and Lunch Served
Captain's Choice 4-Man Teams - Grand Prize drawing plus other Competition Prizes
Please come for a day of fun to help a worthy cause. Entry Fee: $75.00
Information Contact: Bill Hatcher 828-898-9356
HIDE Meet NASCAR driver Eric McClure
On Saturday, Aug. 9, NASCAR driver Eric McClure will be in the RBC Centura Bank parking lot along Blowing Rock Road -- with his car -- from 11 to 1 to talk to fans, to sign autographs and for photos. There will also be dogs available for adoption and information available on the Watauga Humane Society’s low-cost spay / neuter program. Learn more about Eric at http://www.ericmcclure.com.
Fix your male dogs and cats for a really good price
On Thursday, Aug. 21, the Watauga Humane Society is making it possible to fix your male dogs and cats for $35 for a male dog (regularly $55) and $20 for a male cat (regularly $35). Rabies shots cost an additional $8. The project is offered in partnership with Humane Alliance of Asheville. Animals are transported to Asheville at no additional cost. Appointments are limited and available first come, first served, so call now for an appointment -- 828/264-7865. Regular business hours at the Watauga Humane Society Shelter are Tuesday to Friday 12:30 – 6 and Saturday and Sunday 12:30 – 5. You do not have to live in Watauga County to get this special price.
Armed Forces Tribute August 23 - Volunteers needed!
The 3rd Annual Ashe County Armed Forces Tribute needs volunteers! Coordinated & hosted by community volunteers, the VFW, American Legion, DAV & the 501c3 Jeffersons Rotary Club Foundation, this Tribute seeks to recognize, respect and honor all branches of the Armed Forces. Why? Because we are Americans. Can you give 4 hours a week to staff the all-volunteer office at 303A East 2nd St in West Jefferson, next door to the Chamber of Commerce? Can you help in any way? Attached is a list of many ways you can help in this non-political show of appreciation, by giving of your time, talents, and financial support as we say THANK YOU to Veterans and Active Duty Military. 336.846.1251. Gov. Easley has signed a Proclaimation observing this Tribute to Patriots, and UNC-TV has scheduled a LIVE broadcast 10:30-12:00 of the event August 23. LTG Tom Metz, Director of the Joint IED Defeat Organization will speak, as well as representatives from all branches of the military. Jaime Lynn will parachute in with a 2000sf American Flag, Stephen Shoemaker has designed a commemorative Pictorial Postmark, The Piece Makers Quilt Guild & community quilters are creating original Christmas stockings for active duty military, Smokey Mountain BBQ is catering the lunch, a flyover from Seymour Johnson is planned, churches are recognizing their members of the miltary, a Wall Of Honor will display Veterans, Active Duty & Reservists whose biographical information is submitted, a special commemorative newspaper will be published listing the biographies and photos as well as all the scheduled events, and LIVE satellite communications via DVIDS will be held with deployed units in Afghanistan and Iraq who have NC members in their units, WWII veterans will be recognized, special thanks will be given to the 1450th and 1451st National Guard Units from Boone and Jefferson, the Museum of Ashe County History will have a special display, a juried art exhibition is open to all artists and will be on display in Jefferson Station by the Library for People's Choice voting, local musicians and organizations will have displays of support, Off the Wall from Charlotte is providing inflatables for the kids, and much more! Will you join us in making it happen, and attend?
HIDEClick on www.AsheCountyArmedForces.org Forms on the website include: Biographical form for all veterans, active duty and reservists, with the gold star form for deceased veterans, with a newspaper publication deadline of August 8; entry form for Patriotic Juried Art Exhibition submission date of August 15, form to submit contact information for active duty and reservists with any ties to Ashe County for the Christmas stockings, volunteer opportunities for, contributions of in-kind and financial support forms. Let's show that we are truly the Most Military Friendly State in the United States of America! Call 336.846.1251 or email info@AsheCountyArmedForces.org
HIDE Horse Show
HORSE SHOW sponsored by High Country Horse Club.
HIDEShow dates Saturday July 12, July 26th, August 9th and August 23rd.
July 12th show has added English and Gaited Classes.
Please email for more information triplehfarms@bellsouth.net.
HIDE Canine & Feline "King & Queen" of the Fur Ball
Enter your pet's photo! Watauga Humane Society will present winners at the Fur Ball on Aug 23.
HIDEDeadline for photos is midnight on August 8. Congresswoman Virginia Foxx will announce winners. In addition to an enlarged print of the winners, a collar will be awarded.
Anyone may enter by mailing an animal photo along with a $10 donation per each entry. Any photo including people will be disqualified. Only one photo per animal accepted. Winners need not be present at the Fur Ball to win.
To enter, include your pet’s name and sex, plus your name, address, and phone to Fur Ball Photo Contest, c/o Watauga Humane Society at P. O. Box 1835 Boone, NC 28607. Please make check of $10 payable to Watauga Humane Society. Visit website at www.wataugahumanesociety.org for details.
HIDE Dancing in the Streets
The Town of Beech Mountain is again sponsoring two street dances in downtown Beech Mountain: July 19th and August 30th.
HIDEEnjoy the popular dances from the 40s to the present as a local DJ spins his records for all to enjoy. Come to watch or come to dance - it's all good! For more information call Peggy or Mike at the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce; 387-9283.
HIDE Summer Sunday Concerts
Each summer Fred and Margie Pfohl (Fred's General Mercantile) host different live music free to the public.
HIDERanging from gospel to bluegrass, these popular events bring people from all over to listen to the great talent that the High Country has to offer. For further information please contact Fred or any of his helpful staff at 387-4838.
HIDE Visions: Environmental Impact and You
New River Earth Institute presents a summer film series helping you protect a gift called EARTH
HIDEJuly 5th Saturday
6:30 pm
Escaper from Affulenza
A review of ways to get out of the consumer trap. The New River Earth Institute presents Visions: Environmental Impact and You-A summer film series helping protect the Earth. Showing at New River State Park’s Hwy 221 Visitor Center. Meet at the Visitor Center at 6:30 pm.
July 12th Saturday
6:30 pm
The Future of Food
Hybrids to Genetic Modifications, how we are tampering with life on this planet. The New River Earth Institute presents Visions: Environmental Impact and You-A summer film series helping protect the Earth. Showing at New River State Park’s Hwy 221 Visitor Center. Meet at the Visitor Center at 6:30 pm .
July 19th Saturday
6:30 pm
An Inconvenient Truth
Al Gore’s theory of global warming. The New River Earth Institute presents Visions: Environmental Impact and You-A summer film series helping protect the Earth. Showing at New River State Park’s Hwy 221 Visitor Center. Meet at the Visitor Center at 6:30 pm.
July 26th Saturday
6:30 pm
Who Killed the Electric Car
The ultimate electric car was built and subsequently destroyed. The New River Earth Institute presents Visions: Environmental Impact and You-A summer film series helping protect the Earth. Showing at New River State Park’s Hwy 221 Visitor Center. Meet at the Visitor Center at 6:30 pm .
July 26th Saturday
6:30 pm
Who Killed the Electric Car
The ultimate electric car was built and subsequently destroyed. The New River Earth Institute presents Visions: Environmental Impact and You-A summer film series helping protect the Earth. Showing at New River State Park’s Hwy 221 Visitor Center. Meet at the Visitor Center at 6:30 pm . Gerry Tygielski, President of New River Earth Institute, will be the presenter.
HIDE VFW POST 7031 4th annual poker run August 23rd
Ride to help our VETS in need
HIDERide to help our veterans in need $20.00 per person donation includes 150 mile ride, BBQ, auction and live band. This will be the best ride yet~ so come out and support our VETS! Sign up at 9 leave post at 10am.
HIDE The New Riverview Farmer's Market is open Thursdays
The New Riverview Farmer’s Market is open every Thursday 1:00 pm til 6:00 pm starting May 22.
HIDEThe Riverview Farmer’s Market is open every Thursday 1:00 pm til 6:00 pm starting May 22. Everyone is welcome! You’re invited to Come Grow With Us and Come Buy With Us by the Scenic North Fork of the New River in Ashe County. We have fresh local produce grown by local folks. Also available is breads, jams, jellies, vinegars and other foods. We are located at Riverview Community Center, 11719 NC Hwy 88 West, Creston, NC 28615, 5 miles west of Warrensville, 12 miles east of Trade TN, at Rich Hill Rd. If rainy, meet inside the gym. We want more growers and sellers! For information about joining call or email the Market Coordinator phone (336)977-9663 email andreajy58@hotmail.com website www.riverviewccnc.org
HIDE Art in the Park
Blowing Rock annual juried art and craft show featuring 100 exhibitors.
HIDEArt in the Park in Blowing Rock, North Carolina begins its 46th year, on May 17th! This award-winning series features the works of juried artisans from all over the Eastern U.S. in metal, fiber, watercolor and oil painting, wood, photography, basketry, jewelry, clay, glass and more. The Chamber of Commerce provides free shuttles throughout the day. Just park your car at Tanger Outlet Center or the Food Lion Grocery on Highway 321 bypass, and hop on the shuttle which will bring you right into downtown Blowing Rock. The show is located at the American Legion Grounds just behind Memorial Park and admission is FREE. Show hours are 10 am til 5 pm. Dates for this year’s shows are: May 17, June 14, July 19, August 16, September 13 & October 4.
HIDE Trail Work Day
Ever wondered what it takes to build a hiking trail? Well here is a great way to learn and get your hands dirty helping to build a hiking trial that will be here forever. Elk Knob is currently building a hiking trail to the summit and needs your help. No experience is needed. Rangers will be there to work with you and to answer any questions. Activities could include any of the following...clearing brush and topsoil in trail path, creating tread, building rock wall, graveling tread, and more.
HIDEEvery Saturday 9am-2pm. Meet in the trailhead parking lot at 9am. Bring work gloves and Cover toed shoes (no sandals or flip flops will be allowed when working on the trail). Please be sure to bring any water and or snacks you will need while working.
HIDE Meet Local Moms
As part of The Mommies Network, HighCountryMommies.com is a FREE community for moms in Ashe, Avery,and Watauga Counties. We realize that all moms need local support -- and who can't use another friend? HighCountryMommies.com offers a simple way to connect with local moms for friendship, support and fun. Members meet on our forums to share information on everything from where to get the best haircut to tips on transitioning to a "big kid" bed. Each month, we also offer many face-to-face events for our members, their children and their families. Register today and join us!
HIDEHighCountryMommies.com prides themselves on giving back to the community by doing charitable events. Come on over an join us for local playdates, & great conversations.
Join Now...
www.highcountrymommies.com
www.themommiesnetwork.com
HIDE Meet Local Moms
As part of The Mommies Network, CentralFoothillsMommies.com is a FREE community for moms in Alexander, Catawba and Iredell Counties. We realize that all moms need local support -- and who can't use another friend? CentralFoothillsMommies.com offers a simple way to connect with local moms for friendship, support and fun. Members meet on our forums to share information on everything from where to get the best haircut to tips on transitioning to a "big kid" bed. Each month, we also offer many face-to-face events for our members, their children and their families. Register today and join us!
HIDEJoin CentralFoothillsMommies.com for great conversations and local playdates.
www.centralfoothillsmommies.com
www.themommiesnetwork.com
HIDE Beech Mountain Guided Hikes
Ten guided hikes are scheduled on Beech Mountain for 2008 - at least one each month beginning in April, with the last one in October.
HIDEAll hikes are free. For more information call Peggy or Mike at the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at 387-9283.
HIDE New River Trail 50k run
10/11/08, 8am Fries, VA
This 50k (31.1 miles) ultramarathon is completely on the New River Trail. 100% dirt, flat, FAST.This is a "green" event with all proceeds going to The National Committee for the New River.Registration information below.
HIDEAt least 5 aid stations. 7 hour time limit. Pottery cup or Nathan Quickdraw for entrants. Patagonia Long Sleeve finishers shirts. Prizes top 3 M &F under 40 and 40+. Post race meal. $50.00 before 9/1/08, $65.00 after. Register at http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?EVENT_ID=1512090&CHECKSSO=0
For more information: www.ncnr.org/nrt50k.html or contact race director Annette Bednosky: annettebednosky@gmail.com, 336-620-2986
HIDE Western North Carolina Renewable Energy Initiative - 2008 Workshop Schedule
Western North Carolina Renewable Energy Initiative
2008 Workshop Schedule
Please consider attending one of our upcoming workshops. We have an outstanding collection of workshops put together, all of which are being taught by our nation’s leading experts. Anyone interested in energy issues should attend these workshops, including: homeowners, home builders/designers, farmers, business owners, policymakers, students, and utility officials. To register or get additional information please go to our website: www.wind.appstate.edu or call 828-262-7333. Thanks.
HIDE4/5-6 Solar Water & Space Heating
Attendees will learn how to best take advantage of a free and renewable fuel source to heat their home and water using proven and reliable technologies. Solar thermal applications are currently the most accessible and economically favorable of solar technologies available in the marketplace. Solar thermal systems are not new, but they are definitely exciting, and current tax credits make them more affordable than ever. Site assessment, system design, maintenance, and operation will all be covered in depth in this question-oriented clinic.
4/19-20 Small Scale Wind Energy
5/2-23 Photovoltaics
6/20-21 Community-Scale Biodiesel Production
7/11-12 Domestic Solar Water Heating
8/27 PV & The National Electrical Code
10/4-5 Micro Hydro
10/18-19 Small Scale Wind Energy
HIDE Recycle your yogurt containers
Recycle your yogurt containers to benefit the Children's Playhouse
HIDERecycle your Stoneyfield Farms, Dannon and Brown Cow yogurt containers and benefit the Children’s Playhouse. Bring your clean 6oz and 32oz containers to the Boone Earthfare, Lowe’s Foods, Harris Teeter or the Children’s Playhouse in order to participate. For more information contact the Children’s Playhouse at 828-263-0011.
HIDE Pet Adoptions
High Country Friends For Life holds adoptions for homeless animals every Saturday at Lowes Home Improvement in Boone.
HIDEAdoptions are held from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM weather permitting. Adoptions are also held at the Boone Mall on Wednesdays. Please call 828-297-6688 for more information.
HIDE Ashe Humane Adoptions
The Ashe County Humane Society has animals available for adoptions every Saturday.
HIDEThe hours for adoptions are 10-3. We are located directly in front of the Ashe National Guard Armory on Old Hwy 16 in Jefferson.
HIDE Avery County Habitat for Humanity
A general plea for volunteer help
HIDEFor thirty years and over 225,000 houses, Habitat for Humanity has been at work building homes and lives, including right here in Avery County!
We began our local Habitat for Humanity affiliate in 1991 and are currently building our 24th home in Avery County!
Join us by volunteering for our construction team, the office staff, or to help in the ReStore in downtown Newland, all according to your schedule!
Call us for more information at
(828)733-1909
HIDE Avery County ReStore
A general plea for volunteers and donations at
Avery County Habitat for Humanity's ReStore
HIDEHelp us build homes and change lives in Avery County by donating or volunteering at Habitat for Humanity's ReStore.
We will re-cycle, re-finish, and re-purpose your furniture, appliances, and building supplies at the ReStore in downtown Newland.
We'll pick up your tax deductible donations free of charge because the proceeds from their sale will make a difference today in our community!
Call us at the Restore to schedule a free pick-up or volunteer at
(828) 733-2025
HIDE Phipps Farm Friday Night Jam
Live-Venue, Old Time and Bluegrass mountain music. All music levels welcome, dancers too.
HIDEWhen:Every Friday Night
Time:7:00pm-10:00pm
Admission:Free
Location:2425 Silas Creek Rd.; Lansing, NC. 28643
Info:Dawg or Rita Wood-336-384-2382.
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