Weekly Village Update 6.15.17

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Shop Local for Dad this Father's Day! Father's Day is This Sunday, June 18th and we encourage everyone to shop local for Dad! Need inspiration? We've put together a local shopping guide with great gift ideas for Dad! Father's Day Gift Guide

Business After Hours Tuesday, June 20th at 5:30 pm Green Park Inn Join us for a fun evening of networking and nibbles! Please RSVP via email or on the Facebook Event so we have an accurate headcount for food! RSVP via Email

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Painting Auction This custom painting of Cone Manor by Rick Reinert of Reinert Fine Art will be on display and bids will be taken during Symphony by the Lake on Friday, July 28th. The auction for the painting will commence at the Denim Ball on August 4th. Purchase Symphony Tickets Online Volunteers: watch for an email with volunteer opportunities to hit your inbox soon!

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Real Estate Report As the traditionally busy summer season begins, the local real estate market seems poised for another strong quarter. Sales since January are slightly outpacing last year, up more than 4 percent. Meanwhile interest rates are at their lowest point of the year, and local inventory is growing.

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Business Tax Workshop Wednesday, June 21st at 9 am NC Department of Revenue 1985 Tate Blvd SE, Hickory This workshop will cover the basics of tax compliance ranging from registering your business to withholding from employees, and sales and use tax requirements. Participants may register online; walk-ins welcome.

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Meta Gatschenberger Wins Photo Contest Macro Photographer Meta Gatschenberger won 1st Place in the Grandfather Mountain Nature Photography Contest for "Beginner Wildflowers". Her winning photography is on display at Rustic in Blowing Rock.  Congratulations, Meta!

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Upcoming at Blowing Rock Art & History Museum

Movies at the Museum: Curious Worlds: The Art & Imagination of David Beck Thursday, June 15th at 7 pm During his early, formative years in New York City, Beck lived on the edge of destitution. Eventually, he found gallery representation and established a following of enthusiasts who snap up his work as soon as it comes out. His pieces have been shown at the MET, the Guggenheim and some of the world’s most prominent galleries. Learn More

Panel Discussion: "Fire & Form: North Carolina Glass" Saturday, June 17th at 11 am Artists participating in the discussion include John Littleton, Courtney Dodd, Richard Ritter and William & Katherine Bernstein. The artists will discuss questions regarding the importance of North Carolina in the American Studio Glass Movement, how they came to settle here and their current studio practices. Learn More

Day Out with Thomas: The Friendship Tour Now Through Sunday, June 18th Tweetsie Railroad Day Out With Thomas™ is a family event that offers aspiring engineers and their families the unique opportunity to take a ride with the classic storybook engine, Thomas the Tank Engine™

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Summer Soulstice Saturday, June 17th at 3 pm Blue Ridge Mountain Club This event features local artists and bands, food trucks, craft beer, games and more! This FREE event is open to the public and benefits Hospitality House.

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Real Estate Professionals Report on the Current Blowing Rock Residential Real Estate Market Tuesday, June 20th at 5:30 pm Blowing Rock Art & History Museum The Blowing Rock Civic Association is pleased to announce a community meeting with an outstanding panel of experts including Scott McIntosh of Blowing Rock Investment Properties, Rob Garrett of Premier Sotheby's International Realty and Hunt Broyhill, a developer of the new Chestnut Hill Development on the old Blowing Rock Hospital site. They will discuss the current status of the local residential real estate market. Learn More

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2nd Annual Tiki Bash Friday, June 23rd at 7 pm The Apple Barn, Valle Crucis Don your tiki wear and join this fun fundraiser for Community Care Clinic! Tickets: $35/each, includes food & beverage. Purchase Tickets Online

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26th Annual Heritage Day & Wood Kiln Opening Saturday, June 24th at 10 am Bolick & Traditions Pottery 4443 Bolick Road, Lenoir The groundhog kiln will be unloaded at 10 am; be present for the best selection of wood fired items! Michael Calhoun will have his much desired Santa Face Jugs, Mrs. Claus, Harry Potters, Wizards, and new designs. Lula Owens Bolick will have Monday/Friday face jugs and other traditional jugs. Janet Bolick Calhoun will have teapots, candlesticks and Rebekah pitchers. Glenn Bolick will have several “swirl” pieces and Ina Owens Bolick will also have hand built items. New colors, and shapes will also be available.  Learn More

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Book Launch & Signing Party Saturday, June 24th at 11 am Alta Vista Gallery Alta Vista Gallery owner Maria Santomasso-Hyde has written a book, He Gave Me Barn Cats. The public is invited to this free event; refreshments will be served. Personalized books are available at the gallery. Learn More

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Party with a Purpose Sunday, June 25th at 2 pm Green Park Inn Purchase tickets now and help celebrate The Children’s Council of Watauga County's 40th anniversary! All proceeds from the event will go to fund programs and services that support children in Watauga County. Tickets: $40/each, includes a glass of champagne, heavy hors d’oeuvres, live music, games, silent auction and live auction. Learn More

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Locals for Locals Tuesday, June 27th at 5 pm Bistro Roca An evening of fundraising to benefit the Blowing Rock Community Foundation! Reservations are available by phone at 828.295.4008.

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An Appalachian Summer Festival Begins June 27th Presented by Appalachian State University, this event series celebrates performing and visual arts with a variety of concerts, discussions, films, exhibits, and dance performances.  June Highlights: June 27th at 1 pm: Young People's Global Film Series: My Lucky Elephant June 28th at 7 pm Weicholz Global Film Series: The Innocents June 30th at 8 pm: Broyhill Chamber Ensemble

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Chamber Information, Meetings & Upcoming Events

Blowing Rock Farmers Market, every Thursday at 4 pm, Park Avenue Business After Hours: Tuesday, June 20th at 5:30 pm, Green Park Inn Chamber Executive Board Meeting: Tuesday, June 27th at 8:30 am, Chamber Office First Friday Sip & Shop: Friday, July 7th at 3 pm, Downtown Blowing Rock Blowing Rock Young Professionals Meetup: Monday, July 10th at 5:30 pm, Blowing Rock Brewery Art in the Park: Saturday, July 15th at 10 am, Park Avenue Concert in the Park: Sunday, July 16th at 4 pm, Memorial Park Business Before Hours: Wednesday, July 19th at 8:30 am, Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Billy Chick Quarterly Economic Development Council Meeting: Tuesday, July 25th at 3:30 pm, Chamber Office Symphony by the Lake: Friday, July 28th at 5:30 pm, Chetola There will be NO Board of Directors meeting or Business After Hours in July.