March
March 1 - Harlem Ambassadors Basketball Game - FHS Gym. 3 pm Contact 828-524-3161 for tickets.
March 19 - Jazz Sax/Vibes Dou Weinberg and Babelay - Library Main Hall. 7:30 pm. Contact Arts Council at 828-524-7683 or visit arts4all@dnet.net.
March 26 - Business After Hours at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship located at 85 Sierra Drive. 5 pm to 6:30 pm. RSVP at 524-3161
April
April 9 – USAF Clarinet Ensemble at First Presbyterian. 7:30 p.m. Contact the Arts Council at 828-524-7683 or visit arts4all@dnet.net.
April 25 – Car-theme ARTSaturday - 10am to noon. Whistlestop Mall. Contact the Arts Council at 828-524-7683 or visit arts4all@dnet.net
April 25 – Sock Hop with C-Square & Friends. 3 - 5 pm Whistlestop Mall. Arts Council at 828-524-7683 or visit arts4all@dnet.net.
April 25 – Showcase of Talent - 7 pm - Franklin High School's Fine Arts Center. Contact the Arts Council for more details at 828-524-7683 or visit Arts4all@dnet.net
April 30 – Business After Hours at Smoky Mtn. Pregnancy Care Center, 226 East Palmer Street. 5 pm to 6:30 pm. RSVP to 524-3161.
May
May 8-10 - G & LW Wholesale Gem Show - Watagua Center on 441. Contact 601-879-8832.
May 8-10 -8th Annual Mother's Day Gemboree- Macon County Community Building U.S. 441 South of Franklin. Sponsored by the Franklin Chamber of Commerce. Featuring gem & minerals, fine jewelry, and more. Hours 10am to 6pm Friday & Saturday, 12noon to 5pm Sunday. Contact 800-336-7829.
May 9 – ARTSaturday- 10am to noon. Library. Contact the Arts Council at 828-524-7683 or visit arts4all@dnet.net.
May 28 - Business After Hours at Franklin Flea Market- Highlands Road - 5 pm to 6:30 pm. RSVP at 524-3161.
June
June 19– Ceilidh - Scottish Musical Party and BBQ dinner. Downtown Gazebo, Franklin, NC. 6 p.m. For details call (828)524-7472 or e-mail: claire@dometrics.com
June 20 – 13th Annual Taste of Scotland – Street festival with all day entertainment, clans, authentic Scottish foods, music & dancing, Pipe & Drum Bands, parade, Border Collie demonstrations, crafts, shortbread contest, children’s Highland games and many other contests. Free Admission. 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sponsored by The Friends of the Scottish Tartans Museum, Town of Franklin and the Franklin Tourism Development Committee. For details call (828)524-7472 or e-mail - claire@dometrics.com
June 21- Kirkin of the Tartans - First Presbyterian Church, Church Street, Franklin, NC. 11 a.m. For details call (828)524-7472 or e-mail: claire@dometrics.com
June 26– Red white & Blue Sing-Along on the Square- 7:30 pm. Town Square Gazebo. Contact the Arts Council at 828-524-7683 or visit arts4all@dnet.net.
June 25-27 – Blue Ridge Gospel Music Weekend- 3 Big Nights of Gospel Music at Holly Springs Baptist Church (turn off Hwy 441 by-pass at Smoky Mountain Chevrolet and follow the signs.) . Begins nightly at 7:00 p.m. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Food will be available in the Fellowship Hall. For more information call Holly Springs Church at 828-524-5564. Admission on a donation basis.
June 25 – Business After Hours at Whistle Stop Mall - 5pm to 6:30 pm RSVP at 524-3161.
July
July 3 -Oak Ridge Boys Concert - 8 pm the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. 441 South. Contact 828-524-1598, toll free 866-273-4615 or visit www.smokymountaincenterfortheperformingarts.com
July 4 -Annual 4th of July Fun Day & Fireworks - Macon County Recreation Park US 441S. Contact 800-336-7829. Activities begin at 11:00am and conclude at dark with the largest fireworks display in Western North Carolina! Contact 800-336-7829 for additional information. We hope to see you there!
July 4 - 4th of July Parade in Historic Downtown Franklin 10 am until 1 pm. Parade begins at 10:30 am. Contact Linda at 524-0476 for more information.
July 5-6 - Mountain Artisans "Summertime" Art & Craft Show - WCU Ramsey Center, Cullowhee, N.C. 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Daily. 100 of the area's finest craftsmen. Admission $4 for adults, children under 12 free. For information call Doris Hunter at 828-524-3405.
July 11 - Bill Crash Craddock Concert - 7:30 pm the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. 441 South. Contact 828-524-1598, toll free 866-273-4615 or visit www.smokymountaincenterfortheperformingarts.com
July 11 - LeeCounty, Fl Annual Picnic in the Smokies- Tassee pavilion on the Greenway. 11am - 4 pm. Contact Dot Kiesel at Dorothykiesel@aol.com
July 11 -14th Annual Sweet Corn Festival. Enjoy the hot dogs served with all the trimmings and the sweetest corn in the mountains. The festival features great food, wonderful music, fun and games for children. The fun starts Saturday morning at 11:00 at 216 Roller Mill Road in Franklin. Just follow the signs: Highway 64W, first exit past K-Mart or call (828) 524-4910 for more information.
July 16 - 19 - AIDA the Broadway Musical- Play directed by Scotty Corbin. 7:30 pm the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. 441 South. Contact 828-524-1598, toll free 866-273-4615 or visit www.smokymountaincenterfortheperformingarts.com
*July 18 & 19 - 5th Annual Franklin Folk Festival - A celebration of Appalachian heritage in Downtown Franklin. Over 40 living exhibits of authentic mountain living, food, entertainment and more. Contact 828-369-7411. Sponsored by Franklin Heritage Association.
July 23– Folkmoot USA. 7:30 p.m. Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. Contact the Arts Council at 828-524-7683 or visit arts4all@dnet.net.
July 22-25 - 43rd AnnualMaconCounty Gemboree. Macon County Community Building US 441S. Contact 800-336-7829. One of the largest and oldest gem & mineral shows in the southeast. Sponsored by the Gem & Mineral Society of Franklin and the Franklin Chamber of Commerce. Hours 10am to 6pm Thursday-Saturday; Sunday 12 noon. - 5 p.m. Adult $2. Children under 12 - free.
July 24 -Charlie Daniels Concert - 8 pm in the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. Opening act will be Balsam Range. 441 South. Contact 828-524-1598, toll free 866-273-4615 or visit www.smokymountaincenterfortheperformingarts.com for more information.
July 23-26 - G & LW Wholesale Gem Show. Watauga Festival Center, U.S. Highway 441 North of Franklin. Wholesale gems & jewelry. Open 10am to 6pm Daily - 10am to 3pm Sunday. Contact 601-879-8832 for additional information.
July 30- Business After Hours at the Hair and Nail Gallery - 232 Cunningham Road - 5 pm to 6:30 pm - RSVP at 524-3161.
July 31-Mark Schultz Concert - 8 pm in the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. 441 South. Contact 828-524-1598, toll free 866-273-4615 or visit www.smokymountaincenterfortheperformingarts.com for more information.
August
August 1 - An Evening of Art & Chocolate presented by the Zonta Club of Franklin. Rabun County Civic Center - 7:00 p.m. Contact 828-524-3161 for details.
August 7 & 8 - 1st AnnualMountain High BBQ & Music Festival. Friday 12 noon - 9 pm, Saturday 10am - 4 pm. Macon County Fair Grounds. Contact 828-524-3161 or www.mountainhighbqfestival.com
August 7 -Shenandoah Concert - a Country Concert - 8 pm in the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets available at the Mountain High BBQ & Music Festival. 441 South. Contact 828-524-3161 or visit www.smokymountaincenterfortheperformingarts.com or www.mountainhighbbqfestival.com for more information.
August 13 - 16 - The Foreigner - Play directed by Scotty Corbin at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. 441 South. Contact 828-524-1598, toll free 866-273-4615 or visit www.smokymountaincenterfortheperformingarts.com for more information.
August 15 - 13th AnnualSmokyMountain Shrimp Boil to benefit Macon County Habitat for Humanity. Tartan Hall - First Presbyterian Church. All you can eat boiled shrimp and lots of other goodies. 4pm - 8pm. Call 828-369-3716 for information
August 27 - Business After Hours at Oak Hill Country Inn 1689 Old Murphy Road. 5 pm to 6:30 pm. RSVP to 524-3161.
August 29 - David Phelps Concert - a Contemporary Christian Concert- 7:30 pm at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. 441 South. Contact 828-524-1598, toll free 866-273-4615 or visit www.smokymountaincenterfortheperformingarts.com
September
September 12 - The Isaacs - a Gospel-Bluegrass Concert - Opening act will be Mountain Faith- 7:30 pm at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. 441 South. Contact 828-524-1598, toll free 866-273-4615 or visit www.smokymountaincenterfortheperformingarts.com
September 16-19 – 55th AnnualMaconCounty Fair. Macon County Fair Grounds, Hwy 441S. Contact 828-524-3267.
September 18 - Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver- a Country-Bluegrass Concert - 8:30 pm at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. 441 South. Contact 828-524-1598, toll free 866-273-4615 or visit www.smokymountaincenterfortheperformingarts.com
September 22, 23 & 24. The Jungle Book - Play directed by Scotty Corbin at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. Daily performances for school shows and one evening show the 22nd. 441 South. Contact 828-524-1598, toll free 866-273-4615 or visit www.smokymountaincenterfortheperformingarts.com for more information.
September 24 – Business After Hours at Wilderness Taxidermy. 5040 Highlands Road. 5 pm to 6:30 pm. RSVP to 524-3161.
September 26 - Greater Vision - a Gospel Concert - 7:30 pm at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. 441 South. Contact 828-524-1598, toll free 866-273-4615 or visit www.smokymountaincenterfortheperformingarts.com
October
October 2 - Mike Speck Ministries at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. 7:30 p.m. 441 South. Contact 828-524-1598, toll free 866-273-4615 or visit www.smokymountaincenterfortheperformingarts.com
October 10, 13, 17, 20 & 27 - Smoke on the Mountain- Play directed by Scotty Corbin at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. 441 South. Contact 828-524-1598, toll free 866-273-4615 or visit www.smokymountaincenterfortheperformingarts.com for more information.
October 15-17 - 17th Annual Smoky Mountain Fall Art & Craft Fest- Macon County Fair Grounds. 10 am to 5 pm. 80 of the areas most unique Artisans. 80 FREE hand crafted door prizes, demonstrations, live music, square dancing, children's activities and more. Food Drive for area food banks!
October 16- Ivan Parker - a Gospel Concertat the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. 441 South. Contact 828-524-1598, toll free 866-273-4615 or visit www.smokymountaincenterfortheperformingarts.com
October 16-18 - 20th Annual Leaf Looker's Gemboree- The hills are alive with more than fall color as gem & mineral dealers from across the United States converge on Franklin to sell their wares. Sponsored by the Gem & Mineral Society of Franklin and the Franklin Chamber of Commerce. Hours 10am to 6pm Friday & Saturday, 12 noon to 5pm Sunday. Call 800-336-7829 for information.
October 23 - Blue Ridge Gospel Quartet - a Gospel Concert. 7:30 pm at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. 441 South. Contact 828-524-1598, toll free 866-273-4615 or visit www.smokymountaincenterfortheperformingarts.com
October 23 & 24– 13th Annual Pumpkin Fest – 10/24 - Hayrides from East Franklin Shopping Center from 3pm - 6pm, After School Treats for the kids in East Franklin Shopping Center from 3pm - 5pm. Saturday, 10/25 Street festival along Main Street with crafters, Famous Pumpkin Roll, Live Music all day, Pie Eating Contest, Games, Costume Contest and Parade along with Food. 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Town of Franklin, Franklin Main Street Program and Franklin Tourism Development Committee. Contact 828-524-0476.
October 25 - BaptistState Convention Youth Festival - Reach Up Tour at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. 441 South. Contact 828-524-1598, toll free 866-273-4615 or visit www.smokymountaincenterfortheperformingarts.com
October 29 – Business After Hours at Macon Bank. 50 West Main Street. 5 pm to 6:30 pm. RSVP - 524-3161.
November
November 5 - 8 - Annie- Play directed by Scotty Corbin at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. 441 South. Contact 828-524-1598, toll free 866-273-4615 or visit www.smokymountaincenterfortheperformingarts.com for more information.
November 11 - Veteran's Parade - Downtown Franklin. Contact Linda Schlott at 524-0476. www.renewingfranklin.org
November 19 - Business After Hours at Mill Creek Country Club - 341 Country Club Drive. 5 pm to 6:30 pm. RSVP to 524-3161.
November 27 - 4th Annual Mistletoe Magic Arts & Craft Show - Macon County Community Building. 70 of the areas most unique artisans. 70 FREE hand crafted door prizes, live music, Mr. & Mrs Santa Claus, great food, baked goods and a food drive for area food banks!
November 27 - Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Clock Tower - 7 pm Downtown. Free cider, cookies & music. Contact Linda Schlott at 828-524-0476.
November 27 & 29 - "Mistletoe Magic Holiday Art & Craft Show" - Macon Community Building. Hours 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For additional information call Laurie Keneipp at 828-524-6630.
November 27 & 28 - Mountain Artisans "Hard Candy Christmas" Art & Craft Show. WCU Ramsey Center, Cullowhee, N.C. 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Daily. 100 of the area's finest craftsmen. For information call Doris Hunter at 828-524-3405.
November 29- Annual Franklin Christmas Parade - 3:00 p.m. - Through the streets of downtown Franklin. Call the Franklin Chamber for information at 828-524-3161.
December
December 4- Window Wonderland - 5pm - 8pm Victorian Holiday Celebration along townhill in Franklin. Featuring "live" window displays of the season, carolers and other sounds of the season, carriage rides, refreshments and more! The first two Fridays after Thanksgiving.Contact 828-524-0476. www.renewingfranklin.org
December 11, 2008- Window Wonderland -5pm - 8pm. Victorian Holiday Celebration along townhill in Franklin. Featuring "live" window displays of the season, carolers and other sounds of the season, carriage rides, refreshments and more! The first two Fridays after Thanksgiving. Contact 828-524-0476. www.renewingfranklin.org
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