Weekly Village Update 7.6.17

Chamber Events & News

First Friday Sip & Shop Tomorrow! Friday, July 7th, 3 pm until ? Downtown Blowing Rock Participating Blowing Rock merchants invite you to join them for a "happy hour" style stroll where you can sip and shop in downtown stores. Stop by your favorite shops, or check out a new one before heading over to Music on the Lawn! Free refreshments at participating locations. Questions? Call the Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce at 828.295.7851

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Calling all Volunteers, Can You Help? Symphony by the Lake is only three weeks away and we need you! Help us "go places" and be a part of making this amazing event hugely successful again this year! Volunteers receive a FREE admission wristband! What can you do to help? Lots of things! Click on the volunteer button to view available opportunities and sign up! Questions: Call Billie at 828.295.7851 or email billie@blowingrock.com

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Blowing Rock School NCSSM Summer  Accelerator Program Presentations Friday, July 7th at 3:30 pm Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Come celebrate our Blowing Rock School NCSSM Summer Accelerator Program Attendees and hear their presentations to the EDC. We will enjoy hearing brief presentations from our local students, Brianna Anderson and Hailey Gocke, about their experience.

Ice cream social immediately following presentations!

Blowing Rock Young Professionals Monday, July 10th Blowing Rock Ale House 5:30 pm (or come early, we'll be there at 5) Blowing Rock Young Professionals is a networking organization for ages 21-45. Meetings are free to attend and often offer a guest speaker in additional to the fun social hour.

For more information, contact Loni at 828.295.7851 or loni@blowingrock.com.  Facebook Group

Art in the Park Saturday, July 15th Downtown Blowing Rock Featured Artist: Joanna White, Fiber FREE trolley rides from Food Lion & Tanger Outlets Chair massages in the Chamber yard! FREE parking downtown on the street and in the parking decks on Wallingford Street and at BRAHM Questions? Call the Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce at 828.295.7851

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Concert in the Park Sunday, July 16th at 4 pm Memorial Park Gazebo, Downtown Blowing Rock FREE, family-friendly outdoor concert! Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy Soul Americana music by Ashley Heath. View concert schedule

Business Before Hours Wednesday, July 19th at 8:30 am Billy Chick, Edward Jones Financial Advisor Stop by for a cup of coffee, breakfast and conversation! In true Hawaiian style, Billy will be serving 100% authentic Kona coffee with a Hawaiian style breakfast and door prizes! Please RSVP either via Email or on the Facebook Event so we have an accurate headcount!

Extended Hours Rack Card Did you know... We have a rack card listing all of the Blowing Rock shops that are open late? Come by the Chamber for a copy.  These are great to share with hotel guests and visitors who are looking for something to do after 6 pm!

Member Events & News

Purchase Denim Ball Tickets TODAY Tickets for this event sold out early last year and WILL SELL OUT again this year! Purchase your tickets now so you won't be disappointed later! After purchasing tickets plan to join the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation August 4th at Chetola Resort for a fun-filled fundraising ball to support rehab efforts at Moses H. Cone Memorial Park.

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Highland Games TODAY, July 6th - Sunday, July 9th Grandfather Mountain Blaring bagpipes, astounding athletes, delicate dancers, rocking Celtic music and a spectacular Highland setting make this colorful celebration of Scottish culture one of the most highly acclaimed Highland Games in the country. Admission ranges from $15 to $75. Visit www.gmhg.org. for more information and tickets.

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Moses Cone Lecture TONIGHT! Thursday, July 6th at 6 pm American Legion Join the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation for this very special lecture! Come by at 5:30 pm for a wine & cheese reception. Free!

Summer Exhibition Celebration Friday, July 7th at 6 pm Turchin Center for the Visual Arts The Exhibition Celebration is a wonderful opportunity to meet the artists and gain an "insider's view" of the featured exhibitions! - - - -  More Events/Programs: July 7th: Circles of Influence opening reception Summertime in the Mountains exhibit opening July 12th: Lunch & Learn: Jackie Alexander, NC Black Repertory Company

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Ducky Regatta Saturday, July 8th at 11 am Casting Bread Food Pantry at Faith Bridge United Methodist Church Food, live music, children's games & activities and ducky races! Prizes for the top two winners in each heat, culminating in $300 in cash prizes for the final race! Tickets: $5 per duck or $20 for 5 ducks. Call 828.295.8333 or email castingbread@gmail.com for tickets, to make a donation or volunteer to help.

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Blue Ridge Craft Trails Listening Session Thursday, July 13th at 2 pm Blowing Rock Art & History Museum The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area seeks ideas and suggestions to develop the Blue Ridge Craft Trails over the next few years. The latest trail initiative will encourage cultural tourism and strengthen rural economies by promoting the region’s many craft artists, craft schools, local arts businesses and venues.  Read More

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Thursday, July 13th at 6 pm TAC Talk: Robert Morgan: From the Wilderness Road to the Underground Railroad Learn the history of the two most significant roads in American history; the Wilderness Road and the Underground Railroad. A member of the Fellowship of Southern Writers, Robert Morgan was inducted into the North Carolina Literary Hall of Fame in 2010. Learn More

Sunday, July 16th at 4 pm Summer Concert Series: Kevin Burke Kevin Burke's fiddle playing has been at the forefront of Irish traditional music for over 30 years.  He has been established as a first class musician ever since his work in the early 1970's with such renowned performers as Arlo Guthrie, Christy Moore, the Bothy Band and with his solo album, If the Cap Fits. Learn More

In/Visible Theatre Fundraiser Drink beer and be a philanthropist! Order the Alpine Meadows Saison (aka "Invisibeer") during the month of July at Lost Province Brewery in Boone and In/Visible Theatre will receive a portion of the proceeds!

Community Events & News

North Carolina Blackberry Festival This Weekend! Downtown Lenoir A weekend full of music, drinks, food, activities and fun for everyone! Read More. Questions? Call our friends at the Caldwell Chamber of Commerce at 828.726.0616.

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Monday Night Concert Series Mondays, July 10th - August 7th at 7 pm Broyhill Park Gazebo, Blowing Rock The Monday Night Concert Series will begin its 18th season on July 10th with Amy Marie Young, Krista Atwood, Steve Sensenig & Friends! Concerts are free and open to the public.

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Chamber Information, Meetings and Upcoming Events

Blowing Rock Farmers Market, every Thursday at 4 pm, Park Avenue 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 Ale House 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.