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W het he r you a r e a lon g time resident or new to the area, you’ll find destinations here that w i l l h ave you s ay i ng “I never knew that was there.”

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CONTENTS Unique Destinations Less Than 200 Miles From Home Glorious Gentle Giants!

Kayak Among The World’s Oldest Bald Cypress Trees North Carolina Summer Bucket List British Invasion In The Yadkin Valley The Beaufort Pirate Invasion Come Play In Our Streets!

Red Coats at Latta!

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Produced by: Photodude.net LLC Sales: Lisa Jay, Steven Shober Contributing Writers: Lisa Jay, Jim Stallard, Project 543, Visit NC, John Zimmerman, Taylor Sharp, Gary Carter, Craig Distl Contributing Photographers: PhotodudeART.com, John Zimmerman, Taylor Sharp, Bill Russ, Paul Newton, Jim Stallard, Cameron Davidson. Johannah Stern The list of events in this publication is compiled from various sources dates & times are tentative & subject to change.

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Unique Destinations Less Than 200 Miles From Home L a n c a s t e r ’ s H a w g Tr a w g h B B Q & B i k e N i g h t W e d n e s d a y s , BBQ, Bikes, Music and Friends! www.lancastersbbq.com 8th Annual Art & Antiques Show August 1-3, 159 Chestnut Street, Blowing Rock, NC 28605. The Art and Antiques Show runs from 10am until 6pm Friday, August 1 and Saturday, August 2 and 11am until 5pm on Sunday, August 3. Tickets to the show, which are good for entry throughout the weekend, are $10 and may be purchased at the door. The Preview Party is $75 per person, which includes wine and hors d’oeuvres. Advanced registration is required for the preview par ty and space is limited. www.blowingrockmuseum.org Bald Head Island Pirate Weekend August 1-3, 101 Lighthouse Wynd, Old Baldy Lighthouse Grounds Bald Head Island NC 28461. Be here as pirates arrive by tall ship and take over the island for several days of unbridled revelry including a pirate party, gun powder demonstrations and sword fighting, music by Rusty Cutlass, grub ship, duck race, pirate games, crafts and an island-wide treasure hunt. Blackbeard’s Crew will be waiting to defend their Pirate Encampment from the Meka II. They will teach Scalawag Schools and feast at the Pirate BBQ on Friday, and the Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, and of course will cause general pirate mayhem throughout the Pirate Parade and Festival on Sunday. The event takes place on Bald Head Island in NC’s Brunswick Islands. www.oldbaldy.org “From This Day Forward” Outdoor Drama - 47th Season Friday, August 1, 7:30pm-10:00pm Fred B. Cranford Amphitheatre- Valdese 401 Church Street Valdese, NC 28690. This is a truly inspiring story of the early settlers of Valdese, known as the Waldensians. Their strong Christian faith provided what they needed to survive years of persecution. Their story is told through drama, music and dance and covers their early years in Northern Italy to their move to western North Carolina where they founded the little town of Valdese. With a combination of tears in your eyes and laughter in your heart you can witness this story of tragedy and triumph. www.townofvaldese.com/pages/old-colony-players/ Beats, Burgers & Brews at the Old Rock August 1-2, 431 Main St, Chimney Rock, NC 28720. Relax outdoors to the beat of bluegrass, Americana, folk, blues or other genres while enjoying a regional craft brew or glass of wine on our riverside deck. Talented local musicians and singer-songwriters liven up the scene on Friday & Saturday evenings in August at this popular burger joint in Chimney Rock Village. The Old Rock Café features one of the 2014 Zagat-rated “Must-Try Burgers Across the Country” with Hickory Nut Gap Meats’ 100% grassfed beef burger. The full menu includes grilled sandwiches, salads and fresh baked fruit cobbler. Get more band details at www.chimneyrockpark.com

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Hillbilly Woodstock Moonshine Festival August 1-2, Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, 3374 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley, NC. Open to the public with price of admission only $5 per day. Friday, August 1, from 11:00am to 11:00pm & Saturday, August 2, from 11:00am to 11:00pm. This annual allday music festival celebrates the Western North Carolina and Appalachia’s rich musical history. Hillbilly Woodstock Moonshine Festival features Food, Crafts and over 20 bands. XXX Moonshiners from TV Show “Moonshiners” TRU-TV’s Big Juicy from the Reality TV Series “Lizard Lick Towing & Recovery” Car & Bike Show Come and feud with The Real Hatfields & McCoys. The web address is to long to print so please Google the festival!

Old Time Bluegrass Fiddlers Convention August 1-2, Ashe County Park, Ashe Park Rd, NC. This bluegrass and old-time music competition is typical of the many fiddlers conventions. There is lots of jamming and socializing among the musicians‚ and visitors are welcome to listen.

This event is sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council‚ and advance tickets are available from the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce. www.ashefiddlersconvention.org 58th Annual Mt. Mitchell Crafts Fair Friday, August 1, 9am-5pm Town Square, Burnsville, NC 28714. People from all across America know that the place to be on the first Friday and Saturday in August is the charming Town Square of Burnsville, NC. The Mt. Mitchell Crafts Fair is the oldest and largest crafts fair in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Every Continued On Page 8

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Destinations kind of handmade craft imaginable can be found here... Whether you are looking for a quilt, jewelry from local gemstones, hand-turned wooden bowls, pottery of every shape and size made by skilled artists. Stop by the Heritage Hollow tent to take a walk back in time. The Food Court along with nearby restaurants offer a wide array of delicious food all within easy walking distance. For the 4th year the Burnsville Town Center is opening their doors and offering an air conditioned oasis with clean restrooms, tables to eat your fair food and a place to relax and rest your weary feet. www.yanceychamber.com Downtown Mooresville Cruise-In Saturday, August 2, North Broad Street, Mooresville, NC, Hot rods and classic cars will dazzle Broad Street when the Downtown Mooresville Cruise-In returns to the historic district. Admission is free, and runs from 4-8pm. www.downtownmooresville.com Miss May’s Garden Tea Sunday, August 3, 2pm-4pm 4431 Neck Road, Huntersville, NC 28078. Celebrate and honor Miss May Davidson, the benefactress of the Historic Rural Hill Cultural Center. Miss May’s Spring Tea will be held in the new Historic Rural Hill Cultural Center and feature entertainment by the Charlotte Scottish Country Dance Society. Light hors d’oeuvres will be served along with teas and lemonade. Dress in your spring finery for the occasion-hats and gloves are optional, but encouraged! Miss May’s Spring Tea will be held from 2 to 4pm. Proceeds from the event will support Auxiliary projects at Historic Rural Hill. www.ruralhillfarm.org Metrolina Expo Shows August 7-10, 7100 Statesville Road, Charlotte, NC. Put on your walking shoes and get ready for a unique shopping experience! This is more shopping than you can handle in one day. 100+ acres and 98,000 square feet of shopping, the largest open-air market. www.icashow.com Beech Mountain Summer Guided Hikes Thursday, August 7, 9am-11am 400 Beech Mountain Parkway, Beech Mountain, NC 28604. Experience the beauty and fun of hiking on Beech Mountain. Weather permitting. Experienced guides will explain the flora and fauna of the various seasons, and visit unique and varied terrain. www.beechmtn.com Marion Mountain Music Thursday, August 7, 7pm-9pm Marion Depot, 58 Depot Street Marion NC 28752. Open to all musicians, no scheduled performers. Outdoors (weather permitting), bring chairs or blankets. Call for more information. www.hometownmarion.com Waldensian Festival August 8-9, Valdese, NC. Annual historic festival held the 2nd Saturday in August celebrating the Waldensians and their successful return to their homelands The day is filled with traditional Waldensian Culture through music, food and dance. Traditional Waldensian Meal served at the Waldensian Presbyterian Church. Great food and craft vendors and various types of music throughout the day. All historical attractions open including Waldensian Heritage Winery. Children’s rides, petting zoo,

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Destinations 5k run and a bocci tournament...a traditional game of the Waldensians. www.townofvaldese.com 37th Annual Sourwood Festival August 9-10, Downtown Black Mountain NC 28711. Black Mountain’s annual Sourwood Festival is always a hit with the locals and visitors alike! There’s always plenty to see and do, great music and lots of fun, and of course lots of great mountain cookin’. Held each year in August, it’s a time for good food, good fun and good friends. Come on over and join us, we’ll be expecting you! www.blackmountain.org Sneads Ferry Shrimp Festival Saturday, August 9, 10am-9pm 126 Park Lane, Sneads Ferry, NC 28460. Come Celebrate Live Music, Shrimparoo Shrimp Dinner, Food, Arts & Crafts, Beverage Tent, Rides, Games, Shrimp Heading Contest and Entertainment for the whole family. Fireworks at approximately 9pm. A special Appearance to be announced soon, see our website www.sneadsferryshrimpfestival.org or facebook page for more details.

Kannapolis Cruise-In Saturday, August 9, 3pm -9pm Downtown Kannapolis Kannapolis, NC 28081. Car lovers can enjoy every make and model of classic car in the quaint setting of downtown Kannapolis. The event is free and family friendly.

40th Annual NC State Bluegrass Festival August 14-16, Tom Johnson’s Camping Center, 1885 US 70 West Marion NC 28752. Featuring Ralph Stanley and the Clinch Mountain Boys, Rhonda Vincent & the Rage, The Primitive Quartet, Bobby Osborne & the Rocky Top X-press, Jesse McReynolds & The VA Boys, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Lonesome River Band, Darren Beachley & Legends of the Potomac, Darrell Webb Band, Goldwing Express, Russell Moore & IIIird Tyme out, The Crowe Brothers, Barry Scot t & Second Wind, Balsam Range, Next Best Thing, Bartley Brothers, Rye Holler Boys, The Troubadours, and Darin & Brooke Aldridge. Tickets at the gate or available in advance by calling 706-864-7203. Event is “rain or shine” with performances under covered pavilion. Cafe serving breakfast and lunch, hot food and other concessions available. Bring your lawn chairs, no alcohol, smoking or p et s in t he p er formance area, and enjoy t he venue!

The web address is to long to print so please Google the festival!

10th Annual Lake Lure Olympiad August 15-17, 431 Main St, Chimney Rock, NC 28720. This 3- day family spor t s festival showcases the beautiful scener y of Lake Lure and Chimney Rock. Compete in a sprint triathlon, junior Olympiad, 10K Dam run, Race to the Rock and a 2-Mile Open Water Championship. Try 3 races in 3 days! Plus, there’s plenty to do and see for families and non-athletes, including games, a beach BBQ, fre e water ski show and firework s display.

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Destinations Fine Arts & Mastercrafts Festival of Avery County August 15-17 Old Banner Elk Elementary School Banner Elk NC 28604. Fine Arts in the Ultimate Mountain Setting of Banner Elk. An eclectic gathering of international and mountain fine artists and master crafters. Handcrafting, iron works portrait paintings, glass blowers and demonstrations. There are 85 Artisans presenting their handcrafted Fine Arts and Masterly crafted mediums for those with discriminating taste, and art for the whimsical in all of us. There is something to suit every taste and budget at this juried annual event. www.averycounty.com Port City Rib Fest August 15-17, 1 Battleship Road Northeast, Wilmington, NC 28401. Held along the Wilmington riverfront, this festival is a three-day celebration of great BBQ and music. National BBQ teams from across the country will come to Wilmington to sell their BBQ and compete against each other for bragging rights. Many of these “ribbers” have been featured on several national TV networks including the Food Channel, TLC and on the Discovery Channel’s Pitmaster. Don’t miss out on this chance to sample some nationally-acclaimed southern BBQ! www.wilmingtonandbeaches.com Fountain Peanut Festival Friday, August 15, West Wilson Street, Fountain, NC 27829. Enjoy family fun and entertainment consisting of live music, arts and crafts, vendors, children’s activities, educational displays and everything that is produced from peanuts. www.fountainpeanutfestival.net Wild Mushroom Walks Friday, August 15, 10am-11am 431 Main St. Chimney Rock NC 28720. You’ll be amazed at the variety of fascinating fungi growing along the Park’s trails. Whet your appetite on this guided hike as we identify and learn about a dozen or so of the most common mushrooms of more than 1,000 species that could be growing in Western N.C. Led by Karen Johnson, member of State Parks and the Asheville Mushroom Club. Limit first 15 people; meet at Grady’s Den. Important: collecting or removing mushrooms and plants from Chimney Rock and all N.C. State Parks is NOT allowed without a permit. www.chimneyrockpark.com Classic Car Cruise-In-Old Fort Saturday,August 16, 25 West Main Old Fort, NC 28762. Held the 3rd Saturday of every month at Hardee’s in Old Fort.

Classics, Street Rod, Muscle Car, Antiques, Sports Cars, and Motorcycles welcome. 3-6 p.m.; free. Sponsored by Route 70 Cruisers. For more information, call 828-442-5135 or visit www.route70cruisers.com.

Mayberry Cool Cars & Rods Cruise-In Saturday, August 16, N. Main Street - Downtown Mount Airy NC 27030. The cruise-in takes place on the third Saturday of each month, June through October, from 4 to 8 p.m. featuring music from WSYD 1300AM, with 50s, 60s, and 70s oldies, and classic cars on both sides of the road. Many businesses in downtown Mount Airy will remain open during the cruise-in. For more information, visit www.mountairydowntown.org.

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Glorious Gentle Giants!

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ather family and friends to meet in deciding whether or not to fly. Pilots up and experience the gentle choose a launch site to use the wind giants of Carolina BalloonFest at currents to fly towards a suitable the 41st annual weekend festival set landing site. A balloon flies better in against the panoramic autumn skies cooler weather, as the hot air gets a in Statesville, NC. better ‘lift’.

Plan to attend Carolina BalloonFest Guests are encouraged to use free October 17-19, 2014 at Statesville Satellite Parking Services and arrive by Regional Airport for all the fun!

2pm to ensure on-time entry for launch times. Visit CarolinaBalloonFest.com Over 50 magnificent hot air balloons, for event information and discounted sanctioned competitions, Saturday advance ticket purchases. National evening balloon glow and a Sunday Balloon Rally Charities dba Carolina morning 5k & kids fun run.

BalloonFest is incorporated as a 501(c) Enjoy the hot air balloon flights & (3) charitable organization. A portion tethered balloon rides along with of proceeds raised is distributed to music, food, N.C. wines & craft beer local charities, such as American tasting and a kids zone.

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Our Dream Auto Restorations is a family owned custom car fabrication, restoration and performance shop dedicated to being unique, reliable and complete in every project they take on (regardless of size).

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The new shop offers everything under one roof, providing customers with cutting edge vehicles at the highest levels of quality and performance. The facility includes a complete body and chassis department, suspension and brakes department and large scale paint booth. The owner and staff of Our Dream aren’t afraid to show off their hard work. Customers can stop by the shop to see some of Jeff’s favorite cars under one roof. The shop’s museum area includes classic muscle cars, exotic sports cars, rare classic vehicles and even a hot rod or two.

Currently, Our Dream Auto Restorations has been commissioned to restore the 1950 Studebaker Pickup Truck of racing Hall of Famer Bobby Allison. Representing dozens of the best manufacturers in the hot rod industry, the team will debut this iconic truck at the 2014 SEMA Trade Show in Las Vegas, NV. From concept -to-completion, Dave and his staff are handling every details of the build – from body & chassis work to final paint & trim. Fortunately, the Our Dream staff provides the same attention to detail on every project - regardless of your Hall of Fame status.

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he Black River in eastern North Carolina is one of the few waterways left that hasn’t been cut by man. Nestled deep in this pristine river is Three Sisters Swamp, home to hundreds of ancient bald cypress trees, many more than 1,000 years old. A tree called Methuselah, or BLK69 by its official name, dates back to at least 364 AD and has been verified to be the oldest tree in eastern America. Scientists believe it isn’t even the oldest tree in Three Sisters, it’s just one of the few that has a solid core that allows for accurate age analysis. The trees here are so old that many are flat-topped from storms and hollow from rot. They have survived because of the undisturbed nature of the river system and the pristine water conditions. The Black River has been designated as Outstanding Re source Waters by t he Nor t h Carolina Division of Water Quality, and the Nature Conservancy has Project 543 tells the story of been protecting important tracts unique spots across North along the Black River since the Carolina we hope will become ancient trees were discovered some some of your favorite places. two decades ago. The river flows Why 543? Because that’s the nearly 70 miles through Sampson, number of miles from Manteo, on the coast, to Murphy, in the Pender and Bladen counties before mountains, and is traditionally emptying into the Cape Fear River considered to be the width of near Wilmington. The area is remote our state. The entries in this and water levels provide a challenge project are in no particular for k ayakers. Guided t r ips are order, and we’ll add to them offered by Watersmyth Kayaking each week. Check in often to ba sed in Wilmington and al so find inspiration for your next trip, or start planning today at through Sampson County.

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t’s officially summertime, and to Enhancing the wine experience are the celebrate we’ve created the 2014 local cuisine, charming B&Bs, local North Carolina Summer Bucket List arts and plenty of outdoor activities. featuring fun things to see and do Pick A Barbecue Team – across the state.

Eastern Or Western Style

Make the most of your summer with Barbecue fanatics argue passionately these 20 quintessential experiences over the styles prevalent here – from the mountains to the coast, then Western (or Lexington) versus Eastern. share your bucket list photos with us It’s all about smoking choice cuts on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram of homegrown pork crowned with imaginative sauces, so take your palate with the hashtag #NCbucketlist. on a statewide taste test (and don’t Bask In A Coastal Sunrise forget the hushpuppies).

Welcome your day with a scenic start over one of our barrier island Explore One Of beaches. From the Outer Banks to 27 Historic Sites the Brunswick Islands, the view will Visit one or all of these 27 sites to set the standard for your vacation, reimagine our Native American whether your day includes fishing, golf heritage and the first English colony in the New World, traverse battlefields or historic sites. and plantations, learn about North Float Down The Dan River Carolina’s historic figures and famous More than 100 miles of refreshing personalities, pan for gold and much water await you on the Dan River, more. making it perfect for tubing, kayaking and canoeing. It’s also a good place Marvel At One to fish, or just enjoy the natural Of 350+ Waterfalls surroundings. Go for the day, or Discover hundreds of waterfalls make it an overnight at a campground around every bend in the North Carolina mountains. In Transylvania nearby.

County alone, more than 250 falls Taste Wine From welcome you to drive by, hike to or The Yadkin Valley walk under them, giving the county An ideal blend of sun and soil make its nickname, “The Land of Waterfalls.” the Yadkin Valley a perfect place to There’s even a 6 0 -foot n at ur a l experience wines crafted by vintners waterslide known as Sliding Rock. who welcome guests as if they’re family.

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he national convention of the Vintage Triumph Registry comes to the Yadkin Valley this September, giving auto fans a chance to see North America’s largest gathering of Triumph cars in two decades.

Shelton Vineyards and the town of Dobson are hosting the 2014 VTR National Convention over several days, but gearheads and Triumph aficionados should circle Friday, Sept.

12, on their calendars. That’s the day when all cars will be on display at the Shelton Vineyards estate.

property and Shelton Vineyards has an on-site restaurant. Winery tours and tastings will also be available.

True fans of this classic British roadster might even bump into Harris Mann.

Mann designed the final line of Triumphs ever produced – the TR7 “They’ll all be lined up by model,” says model in 1977 and ‘78.

Charlotte’s Steve Ward, president of the Triumph Club of the Carolinas. “You’ll “This will be the first time Harris has really get an appreciation of comparing appeared at a Triumph event in North one versus another, restored models America,” Ward says. “Also in attendance versus driven every day. Some of them will be several guys who raced the are real works of art.” cars professionally. We will have more Triumph royalty than has ever been Ward encourages folks from all walks of together at one place at the same time.” life to visit Shelton Vineyards on Sept. 12.

The cars will be on display from 9:00 a.m. For convention info, visit www.vtr2014.com.

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et in touch with your inner pirate and be a part of history at The Beaufort Pirate Invasion. Two full days of piratical fun as pirates invade the town of Beaufort by land and by sea. Enjoy our famous pirate invasion battle along the Beaufort waterfront with the Meka II and Ada Mae and join the town folks, farmers and the militia in a battle to win the town back from nefarious pirates. Roam through the pirate encampment, s e e h i stor ic a l demon st r at ion s, sword fighting, cannon firing and weapons demonstrations, and more.

Enjoy authentic sea chanteys and pirate songs by The Rusty Cutlass, Motley Tones, Thunder and Spice, a n d Th e C om m a n d e r s . Wat c h Captain Jim’s Magic Show, enter the children’s costume contest, listen to storytelling by Robin Berkman and capture the autographs of Beaufort’s Most Wanted Pirates. The event is free and open to the public.

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Bucket List - Continued From Page 21 plenty of nightlife to explore and Immerse Yourself enjoy, whether you’re camping or In NASCAR wandering around town.

If NASC AR is your t hing, t hen North Carolina’s your place. Come Try A 2014 to Charlotte Motor Speedway for a World Beer Cup Winner race, tour the NASCAR Hall of Fame A r e c o g n i z e d h o t b e d o f c r a f t and the North Carolina Auto Racing brew ing, eight Nor t h Carolin a Hall of Fame Museum, cruise the beers recent ly won pre st ig ious “Dale Trail” and check out the high- national awards, including four tech shops where race cars are built gold medals. Whether you’re on the Outer Banks, in the mountains, for speed. dow nt ow n R a le i g h or upt ow n Host A North Carolina Ch a rlotte, you c a n t a ste t he s e Film Screening Party honored beverage s and m any Whether you’re planning a visit or others worth sampling. pining for Tar Heel scenery, stage a viewing party featuring a movie or Gary Carter is an Asheville-based travel TV show filmed here – there are only writer who covers a range of topics for about 800 to choose from, including magazines, online publications and his The Hunger Games, Dirty Dancing, blog, Eliot’s Tales 4 Gen B. Iron Man 3, Last of the Mohicans, Bull Durham and Homeland.

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he Stokes Stomp Festival on the Dan, scheduled for September 13th and 14th is adding a few new wrinkles on its fortieth birthday, with activities aimed for the young and young at heart. The longest running arts council sponsored event in North Carolina, the Stokes Stomp is held annually along the banks of the beautiful Dan River at Moratock Park, 1077 Sheppard Mill Road in Danbury, North Carolina.

The festival runs from 9:30am until 7:30pm Saturday and 11am to 6pm on Sunday. Saturday the Town of Danbury will sponsor a party from 10:30 to 11:30. The Headliner for Saturday evening is the Lonesome River Band.

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This is your invitation to “come and play in the streets” of downtown Morganton on September 5 & 6!

Famous for its mile and a half of arts and crafts, the Historic Morganton Festival always offers free outdoor concerts, featuring a different national Country Music Star for the finale each night.

The Festival opens Friday at 3:00pm with a sampling of fine arts and crafts, festival cuisine, a wine garden featuring NC wineries and our local brewery; kid zone, teen zones and 4 stages. Beer Garden featuring local live music both Friday and Saturday evenings. Saturday opens at 9:00am with more artisans and crafters plus a National Country Music act in the evening on City Stage. Free Admission!

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continues to be a beloved Wrightsville Beach surfing tradition. Returning to the south end of Wrightsville Beach, this forum is for all levels of female surfers; amateur to pro, novice to experienced. Divisions will include: Pro Shortboard and Pro Longboard, open to all ages, and amateur shortboard and longboard, grouped by age. The popular Novice category, open to all ages competing in their FIRST contest, and a new division, Stand Up Paddleboard, as well as the crowd favorite Guppy event, will complete the competition.

Please check website for updates, registration, and heat schedules. www.crystalsouthsurfcamp.com Four Seasons Summer Wine Tasting Dinner Saturday, August 16, 6pm9pm 450 Groce Rd, Ronda, NC 28670. Join vineyard owner Jay Raffaldini for the next quarterly wine tasting dinner held at our beautiful Tuscan-Style villa Raffaldini. We have created the perfect menu to feature four seasonal food courses alongside four specially chosen Raffaldini wines to embody the summer months. An optional walking tour of the vineyard will begin at 5:30pm. If you wish to partake in the tour, please wear comfortable shoes.

At 6:00pm enjoy a bountiful antipasti display amongst the vines. Remaining courses will be served inside Villa Raffaldini. www.raffaldini.com Ferragosto at Raffaldini Sunday, August 17, Raffaldini Vineyards & Winery, LLC, 450 Groce Rd, Ronda, NC. August 17th is a day in Italy when all work stops while friends and family venture to the countryside to relax and celebrate a break from busy city life. Take advantage of this Italian tradition and spend Ferragosto at Raffaldini Vineyards to escape the excitement of the city and to savor La Dolce Vita with your family and friends. The Court Wynter Jazz duo will perform on the plaza for 12pm-4pm. Purchase a bottle of wine from our award winning selection along with items from our fully stocked deli case for a picnic on the plaza. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome. www.raffaldini.com Jessup Mill Third Acoustic Jam Sunday, August 17, 1565 Collinstown Road, Westfield, NC 27053. Jessup Mill will be hosting the first in a series of “Third Sunday Acoustic PicNic’s”. Come visit as local musicians from across the region bring their musical talents to the banks or the upper Dan River for and afternoon of old time music . This is a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon, so bring your basket, a blanket and enjoy the afternoon the way is should be. www.jessupmill.com Clear Mountain View Music Festival August 21-23, 356 London Rd, Lawndale, NC 28090. Located in the heart of Cleveland County, home of legendary Earl Scruggs, lays Elliott Family Farm. A family owned farm that hosts several events a year. August - October visit the Cane Maze - a real sorghum cane maze because “We Raise Cane at Elliott Family Farms.” The home of the Clear Mountain View Music Festival with rustic camping, 4 days of live music and all around fun on the farm. www.clearmountainviewmusicfestival.com Winterville Watermelon Festival August 21-23, 324 Sylvania St, Winterville, NC 28590. Held downtown the festival offers amusement rides, crafts, wonderful Continued On Page 38

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August is Revolutionary War Month at Historic Latta Plantation.

Colonial Life in the Backcountry Event – August 9th Come out and learn about life in the Colonial Backcountry (1770’s – 1780’s).

Visit the backcountry militia and learn what skills it took to survive. Skills such as brain tanning, fire starting, cooking, wood working, working with natural fibers, tracking, trapping, and more. The Latta House will be open with clothed interpreters throughout the house with cooking in the kitchen.

Battle of Charlotte / Bees – August 30th – 31st O n S e p t e m b e r o f 17 8 0 L o r d Cornwallis and his Legion entered Charlotte North Carolina and found a Hornets Nest! Come out and learn more about the struggle that took place in Mecklenburg County through demos covering what British and Patriot Soldiers wore, what gear they used, what their lives were like, a battle each day at 2:00 p.m., and talk with Col. Polk. The Latta House will be open throughout the weekend with clothed interpreters, cooking in the kitchen, and more. There will be time period vendors, a food vendors, and The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery will be serving up their famous ales.

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food, car show, free concert, contests and lots of watermelon, too! Nightly special concerts, too. Thursday is “Tribute Night.” Friday night features beach music legend The Chairman of the Board. And Saturday night features country music recording stars Parmalee and Jason Michael Carroll. www.watermelonfest.com Beech Mountain Summer Guided Hikes Thursday, August 21, 9am-11am 400 Beech Mountain Parkway, Beech Mountain, NC 28604. Experience the beauty and fun of hiking on Beech Mountain. Weather permitting. Experienced guides will explain the flora and fauna of the various seasons, and visit unique and varied terrain. www.beechmtn.com After Five Summer Concert Series Friday, August 22, 5:30pm-8:30pm Statesville, NC. Join us for the 2014 Piedmont HealthCare Friday After Five Summer Concert Series. A FREE concert in Downtown Statesville. Beer, wine, soft drinks and food are available for purchase. There is no cost to attend and the public is welcome. Bring your chairs and enjoy a night of music. No pets or coolers are allowed. August 15 - GalFriday (A blend of country, southern rock, & newgrass). www.downtownstatesvillenc.org 14th Anniversary Celebration & Mercedes Benz Auto Show Saturday, August 23, 286 Cabernet Lane, Dobson, NC 27017. Join us for a display of Mercedes Benz automobiles. Cars will be registered the day of the show or to pre-register contact John Gillespie. We will also be celebrating our 14th Anniversary which will feature the release of our newest wine along with special discounts on wine and retail items! www.sheltonvineyards.com Cruise-In & Antique Show Downtown Elkin Saturday, August 23, Main Street Elkin NC 28621. The Cruise-Ins are back in Elkin! Starting in May, there will be a cruise downtown from 4-9 on the 4th Saturday of each month thru Sept. Don’t miss out! Great food, good people and baaaad cars, trucks and bikes! New: Antique Festival added.

12th Annual Beech Mountain Mile High Kite Festival Sunday, August 31, 403 Beech Mountain Pkwy, Beech Mountain, NC 28604. Ever wondered how much string it takes to fly a kite a mile high? Only a couple hundred feet if you attend the Mile High Kite Festival on Beech Mountain. This is a wonderful tradition on Beech Mountain, as the community welcomes back the Richmond Air Force and Wings Across Carolina Kiting and Okra Society Kiting Clubs. The first 300 kids will get a free kite for the competition, or they can be purchased. Kite clubs will demonstrate flying techniques, and also display their kites. www.beechmtn.com Annual New River Blues Festival Sunday, August 31, 1896 Old Field Creek Rd, Grassy Creek, NC 28631. High In North Carolina’s beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains on the banks of the pristine New River, there is a day devoted to world-class blues.

The setting is wonderfully scenic. Picture a glorious mountain meadow on the edge of a lively river... Now picture a beautiful summer day and hundreds of blues fans dancing in the green grass to the music of living legends. You have just conjured up the New River Blues Festival. A legendary day of music in the mountains! Bring lawn chairs, blankets, the kids, umbrellas (rain or shine). Food, mixed & soft drinks, beer and wine available for purchase! www.newriverbluesfestival.info

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