Ashe County High School Junior Parent Night
Ashe County High School will hold a meetings for current 11th graders and their parents from 6:30-7:30pm in the ACHS auditorium on Tues 8/26.
HIDEDuring this meeting topics covered will be: making the best out of 11th grade, special 11th grade opportunities, and necesssary steps to take this year to get ready for senior year and college or the workforce.
HIDE Ashe County High School Senior Parent Night
There will be a meeting at ACHS in the auditorium for seniors and their parents from 6:30-7:30 on Monday 8/25/08.
HIDETopics covered will be: Making the best of senior year, "survival tactics" for students and parents/guardians, preparing for college: applications, scholarships,overview of finaicial aid assistance opportunities and more!
HIDE "Watauga Reads" Events at Watauga County Public Library
Two community-wide events will be held at Watauga County Public Library featuring this year's "Watauga Reads" selection, "The Glass Castle: A Memoir" by Jeannette Walls.
HIDEThe Watauga County Public Library in Boone will host two upcoming events in the “Watauga Reads” annual community reading program. On Monday, August 25, a discussion panel will address the topic “From Our Own Glass Castles:
A Closer Look at Poverty, Homelessness, Mental Illness, Addiction, and Domestic Violence in Watauga County”. Panel participants will include Jen Vonegdy of Hospitality House; Roberta Yates of Watauga County Social Services; Jennifer Herman of OASIS, Inc. (Opposing Abuse with Services, Information, and Shelter); and Compton Fortuna, of the Hunger & Health Coalition. On Thursday, August 28, a community book discussion will be held on this year’s featured book, Jeannette Walls’ "The Glass Castle: A Memoir". Both programs will be held in the Meeting Room of Watauga County Public Library, and will begin a 7 p.m. All are invited to attend. Please call the Library at (828) 264-8784 for further information.
HIDE Spagetti Supper
Fleetwood Community Center is having a fund raiser spagetti supper. Friday night August 22, 2008, from 4:30 until 7:30. Take outs and child's plates available
HIDEParking off Railroad Grade Road at Highway 221 South in Fleetwood. Proceeds go to support the center. Meal includes drinks, salad and dessert. Adult $7 and Child $5. Come on out and support the center.
HIDE High Country Chapter MOAA Charity Golf Tournament
On September 12th the High Country Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America is holding a charity golf at tournament at the exclusive Hound Ears Club...
HIDEApplications to play are limited to the first 40 players. Teams or individuals are welcome.
Driving range, putting green and snacks will be available at 12:30 pm. Tee off will be at 1:30 pm. Four man scramble format, capitain's choice. Prizes to the first and second place teams.
Cost is $175 per player, of which $100 is a tax deductible donation. Hole sponsorships are $250, of which the entire amount is deductible.
All money remaing after expenses wiil be placed in the HCC MOAA scholarship fund for ASU cadets who will be entering US military service upon conclusion of their ROTC program.
Please send your registratio, hole sponsorhip, or a generous donation to High Country MOAA, PO Box 3312, Boone NC 28607.
For further information contact Nick Friedman at maxinvest@skybest.com or call((evening) 828 297-5198
HIDE Railroad Grade 5K Race
The 7th Annual 5K Railroad Grade Run will be held September 20, 2008 in Todd, NC. Race begins at 9:00 a.m. Registration and preregistration packet pickup begins at 8:15 a.m.
HIDEThis is a fast, flat scenic 5k race. Race starts and ends at Todd General Store. Preregistration - $15.00, Race Day - $18.00. All proceeds go to the R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Fund. Registration forms are available at http://webpages.charter.net/boonegirl/ or call Helen Moretz - 828-264-7142 or Janet Moretz - 828-264-9480 for more information.
All runners receive a high quality t-shirt and participate in post race celebrations, including food, door prizes and awards ceremony. Top 3 Male/Female in age group divisions will receive special awards.
HIDE CDSA of the Blue Ridge Open House
CDSA of the Blue Ridge Open House
Friday, August 22 2-4pm
2359 Highway 105, Boone
HIDEAs an Early Intervention agency of NC Dept of Health and Human Services, we'd like to open our doors to the 7 counties served by our group. Come learn about the evaluation and therapy services offered
for children birth to age 3 with developmental delays. Kids' activities will be offered during the event so bring your little ones!
HIDE AVERY COUNTY A&H FAIR
16th Annual Avery A&H Fair is September 9th - 13th at Heritage Park In Newland.
Our Theme is in Honor of your "Hometown Heroes" Entries and Fun for all surrounding Counties. New this year we welcome Inners Shows. Call 828-387-6870 for more information or visit www.averyfair.com
HIDEThe Avery A&H Fair Board Extends a very Special Welcome to You. Gates open at 5pm on Tuesday - Friday, September 9th - 12th and 12 noon on Saturday September 13th. Gate prices are $6 Adult &3 Children 6-12 and Free for 0-5 years.
Inners Shows Ride Bracelets are $15.00.
Get in on the fun and fill your forms out for the Farm & Home Entries, Livestock Barn and Show, Scarecrow Contest, Talent and Beauty Shows, etc.
Join us each day for loads of Fun and Excitement. 828-387-6870
HIDE 4th Annual Valle Crucis 7 Miler
The 4th Annual Valle Crucis 7 Miler will be run on September 5 at 6:00pm. All funds benefit High Country Soccer Association.
HIDEA challenging 7 mile course starting and finishing at Valle Crucis school with all proceeds benefitting High Country Soccer Association and the Ted Mackorell Soccer complex. More information and online registration is available online at www.avalanchetc.org. Packet pickup and on-site registration will be at Valle Crucis School beginning at 4:30pm.
HIDE 4-H Horse Show
Blue Ridge Equestrian 4-H HORSE Show
September 13, 2008 A Day of Family Fun!
Blowing Rock Equestrian Preserve, Blowing Rock, NC
HIDE4th Annual Blue Ridge Equestrian 4-H Horse Show
Western, English, Non-Trotting and Gaming classes for both experienced and novice riders as well as face painting, pony rides and games at the Blowing Rock Equestrian Preserve, Blowing Rock, NC starting at 8:00 a.m. $8.00 class entry fees. $10.00 Jackpot Class Entry Fee Info: www.blueridge4h.org or blueridge4h@hotmail.com
HIDE Cancer Benefit for Nathan Sawyer
Nathan is a very sweet 9 year old who has recently been diagnosed with Non Hodgkin's Lymphoma and Leukemia.For updates on Nathans progress go to WWW.Caringbridge.org/visit/nathanscourage.
HIDEThere will be a Spaghetti Supper at 5pm and an Auction/Raffle at 7pm held at Mountain View Elementary School on Saturday,August 23rd.The Spaghetti plates are only $5.00 per plate(take out available)
HIDE CNPA Sponsors Photographer Art Wolfe
CNPA, Carolinas' Nature Photographers Association, is proud to sponsor Art Wolfe for a photo workshop in Charlotte, October 17 - 19, 2008.
HIDECNPA, Carolinas' Nature Photographers Association, is proud to sponsor Art Wolfe for a photo workshop in Charlotte, October 17 - 19, 2008.
The photo workshop will include sessions on Composition, Distilling a Scene, Image Editing, Preparing for in-the-field trips, Q&A sessions about photography.
For further information go to "www.cnpa.org." and click on Art Wolfe workshop. CNPA is a non-profit, al volunteer group dedicated to the education of individuals in photography, the enjoyment of nature and photographing with others in North and South Carolina.
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Bob Phipps Foothills Region Coordinator
3991 Rising Hills Dr.
Lenoir, NC
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 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 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 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 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.
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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 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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