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BETHLEHEM & BEYOND ART CONTEST FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH
Nativity Art Contest - For K-12 children & youth…. Art must relate to the birth of Christ. Entries are due by Dec. 2nd. All entries will be displayed at Boone Mall December 6th-20th during mall hours. 1st place winners in 3 age divisions will be awarded gift certificates from Cheap Joe’s Art Supply. (See contest forms/rules at http://www.bethlehemandbeyond.com. (Click Events button..then pdf contest rules icon to print forms.) Contact person: Kyle Keeter, kylkee@charter.net, 828-719-7525.
We are Redleg Husky, a folk/Americana band located in based in Boone--you might have seen us play around town at the 2013 Banff Mountain Film Festival, the Harvest Boone Community Outreach Festival, or the Howard Street Exchange Festival. We also have frequent shows at Local Lion and Bald Guy Brew.
This winter, we’re heading to Knoxville, TN to record a 12-song LP at Wild Chorus Studio. We need your help to make this happen. We have a bunch of great thank-yous available! Please check out our Indiegogo campaign (igg.me/at/redleghusky) for more information, and RedlegHusky.com for music and upcoming shows.
No matter how long it has been since your loved one died, the holidays can be a painful time. But there’s hope. Join us for an encouraging seminar that will help you survive the holidays and discover new reasons to enjoy them again. If you have questions, call the church office at 828-266-9700 or email office@mvbcb.org, or register to attend so we will know to include you for materials.
At Studio Elenas in Boone
Tuesdays 8:30-9:30am.
Wednesdays 6:00-7:00pm.
Saturdays 12:00-1:00pm
For info and registration: www.studioelenas.com or (828)355-9483
10/08/2013 - 1:52pm
Indian cooking class
Saturday October 19th from 3:00-5:00 pm.
Vegan and gluten free authentic Indian cooking
For info and registration visit: www.bhacboone.com/
10/08/2013 - 1:43pm
Boone Advent Christian Church Fall Bazaar
The Boone Advent Christian Church will hold a Fall Bazaar on Saturday, October 12, 2013, from 9 am - 1 pm in the Fellowship Hall (side entrance next to playground). We are located on King Street to the left of King Street Pharmacy and Earthfare. There will be several booths including local artists' work, handmade crafts and holiday items, pottery, jewelry, as well as booths from High Country Souvenirs, Thirty-One, Pampered Chef, Origami Owl, and much, much more. The Bazaar will also include a Silent Auction and Bake Sale. Funds raised will support missions through our Annual Penny Crusade Drive. Thank you for your support!
10/07/2013 - 3:08pm
ART CLASSES AT SOUKUP ART STUDIO
New to art? Don't know how or where to start?
Weekly art classes are held at the Soukup Art Studio in Boone.
Art Classes are held each Tues. night from 6:00-8:30, and Wed. morning from 9:30-12:00.
Adults and teens are welcomed.
Various painting, drawing and collage media and techniques are explored.
Come join the creative fun!!!!
For details visit http://www.soukupfineartstudio.com
Living Proof Live Simulcast with Beth Moore & Travis Cottrell
You are invited to participate in a Beth Moore Bible Study Simulcast at Mount Vernon Baptist Church on Saturday, Sept. 14th, 9:00am-4:30pm. Tickets go on sale Monday August 12th. $20 covers study material, lunch, and snacks. To purchase tickets, call the church office 828-266-9700. There is a limited number of tickets, and are on a first come, first served basis.
07/31/2013 - 12:22pm
$15 Spay/Neuter Summer Special
From July 4 through Labor Day, Watauga Humane Society offering $15 Summer Special on Spay/Neuter services, for dogs and cats, both male and female. The goal is to spay/neuter at least 100 pets in need, in the month of July and even more in August! For more information or to make a first come, first served reservation, call Watauga Humane Society at 828-264-7865.
Anyone can qualify, who is having trouble affording spay/neuter. No lengthy forms or proof of income required. Financial support provided by the Watauga Humane “SNIPS” committee. SNIPS’ mission is to spread the word that Spay/Neuter Is a Positive Solution to pet overpopulation and euthanasia.
Reservations are required. Call now, while funding lasts!
flea market in Boone is open Friday Saturday and Sundays
Friday from 12-6
Saturday 8-3
Sunday 1-5
Welcome new vendors
For more info contact Gary Waters at 828-773-1200
07/08/2013 - 11:17am
Vintage Valle Music
Appearing Sunday, June 16, 2013, from 4 to 6 p.m., at Baird's Creek Presbyterian Church:
The Brass Divas - gospel sing-along
Brian Swanson
Sarah & Mark McGuire
Tommy Brown's Jack Tales
Bring a "Shelf-stable" food donation for the Hunger Coalition.
Charlotte 49er Volleyball Camps at the University of North Carolina-Charlotte are dedicated to providing a volleyball camp that is both instructional and informational along with creating a great atmosphere to learn!
The coaching staff here at UNC Charlotte prides itself on teaching the sport of volleyball to players of all ages and ability levels. All camps are taught by our coaching staff and players. The mechanics and drills that are taught at our camps are used with our college players. We are determined to provide the best possible learning experience for our campers.
For more information, please visit charlottevolleyballcamps.com
Create an original piece of pottery, starting from a lump of clay and finishing it with a beautiful glaze! The class will involve 2 sessions, 2 weeks apart. The dates of the classes are flexible and may be arranged through direct contact with Marie. All classes will be offered between 6/17/2013 and 7/26/2013. The 1st session of the class will involve building your vessel with raw clay. The 2nd session will involve glazing your bisque fired vessel. The cost of the class is $50.00 and includes materials, instruction, and two kiln firings. Please contact Marie via email or phone number listed below to make appointments and to obtain all the details.
Email: j_marlowe55@yahoo.com Phone: 828-260-9444
05/10/2013 - 7:34pm
Vintage Valle Music
Come! Join us for an afternoon of community music at Baird's Creek Presbyterian Church, 2147 NC Hwy 194 S, Vilas NC 28692, on the 3rd Sunday of each summer month from 4 to 6 p.m.
Each evening your musical neighbors present 2, 3 or more acoustic music acts. We invite all to join in a closing sing-along jam.
Gospel, Bluegrass, Folk, Patriotic, Familiar & Original Tunes.
The first event is Sunday, May 19th, from 4 to 6 p.m. and features:
Anna Shine. Kraut Creek Ramblers. Damascus. Turkey Tracks Trio
Boone Area Lions Club hosts blood drive - Tues. May 7th
The Boone Area Lions Club wants your blood!
The Boone Area Lions Club is sponsoring a Community Blood Drive with the American Red Cross on Tuesday, May 7 from 1:30-6:00 pm at the Boone Holiday Inn Express. There is a critical need for healthy blood; don’t pass up this opportunity to help out. To make an appointment, call 264-8226. Drop ins are also welcome. Just come by the Holiday Inn Express on Tuesday, May 7.
If you would like to play golf and help animals at the same time, please play in the 2nd Annual Watauga Humane Society Golf Tournament on Friday, May 17th, 2013 at the Blowing Rock Country Club.
For tournament information please go to www.wataugahumanesociety.org or call Reba Matthewson at 828-265-6784 or Jan Watson at 828-264-1743.
Thank you for your support!
04/15/2013 - 10:33am
Boone United Methodist Church Pre-School applications being accepted
Boone United Methodist Preschool is a morning program for 2, 3 and 4 year olds. We provide experiences for children in an environment which encourages the child to ask questions, explore, experiment, make friends, and be aware that every person has value as a child of God. We are currently accepting applications for the 2013-2014 school year.
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