Friday, August 5, 2022

Weekly Village Update 08.04.22


Chamber News
Upcoming Meetings & Events
  • Blowing Rock Horse Show, Hunter Jumper 2 - Aug 2nd - 7th
  • Artisan Market at Tanger Outlets - Aug 5th - 7th
  • Town Council - Aug 9th @ 6pm
  • Monday Night Concert at Broyhill Park Gazebo - August 8st @ 7pm
  • Art in the Park - Aug 13th
  • Alair Homes Summer Concert Series - Aug 14th @ 3pm
  • Business After Hours: Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation - August 16th @ 5pm
  • Ribbon Cutting - Middle Fork Greenway - August 18th @ 4pm
  • State of the Town - August 18th @ 5pm
  • First Citizens Bank Shred Day - August 22nd @ 10am - 1pm
Ground Breaking - Laurel & Pine
The Blowing Rock Chamber congratulates the Carolina Experience Group on the groundbreaking of the Laurel & Pine project adjacent to their Main & Pine location. This 14-room Boutel, with an expected completion date next Summer, will deliver a concierge-style service in a premium property.
State of the Town
Join the Chamber, Town of Blowing Rock and the Tourism Development Authority as they report on the year's successes, current challenges and the future of our village.

Thursday, August 18th @ 5:00pm
The American Legion
CORE Leadership Roundtable
Monday, August 8th @ 4:00 - 5:30pm

Jim Street from Ridgeline Leadership will be discussing Discovering Your Truths About Leadership.

Refreshments will be provided by Blowing Rock Brewing Co.
Event is now Full
Business After Hours at
Flat Top Manor
August 16, 2022 – 5:00pm-7:00pm

This month's Business After Hours event will take place at the historic Flat Top Manor. It will be an evening of fun and discovery. Restored to its former glory, this estate of Moses & Bertha Cone is shining bright and full of wonder and history. See you on the 16th! Parking is limited so please carpool if possible.
Become a BR Star!
Invest in the future of Blowing Rock
and become a Star.

By supporting the Village Foundation, you help fund projects such as the History Walk and grants for many varied village projects.

Receive a 2022 Rock Star decal with your donation!
Leadership Challenge Class Project
Is Making Progress
Thank you to everyone who supported the raffle during the Symphony event. Progress is being made as the wood has been replaced and the landscaping of the area will begin this week.

We need your continued support by donating to our gofundme! campaign.

Thank You!
First-Citizens Bank
Annual Shred Day
Monday, August 22 from 10am - 1pm.
Shred Day is a great opportunity to securely dispose of documents containing sensitive information.

This event is open to the public and free of charge.

Bring your documents to the parking lot behind the Blowing Rock branch at 1021 Main Street.
The Chamber is Hiring!
Seeking Applicants for Events & Communications Director
The Events & Communications Director will be tasked with planning and executing WinterFest, Symphony by the Lake, and Art in the Park. In addition, this person will be expected to craft all the Chamber's external communications, including but not limited to, Weekly Newsletter, Press Releases, and Social Media Platforms.

Email Charles Hardin at Hardince@BlowingRock.com with a cover letter and resume to apply.
Restaurant Hours
With unpredictable staffing and abrupt changes in travel patterns due to covid-19, restaurant hours have been changing often. The Chamber of Commerce is currently maintaining a listing of Blowing Rock restaurant hours. The hours are updated weekly. Bookmark this page for reference so you can help your guests and customers when they are looking for dining! 

Member News
Blowing Rock Antiques Welcomes Janie Molster
Thursday, August 4th
Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show - 1-3pm
Blowing Rock Antiques - 5:30-7:30pm

Join acclaimed Southern designer Janie Molster in support of her book House Dressings.

She will be signing copies at the Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show. Then later in the evening there will be a presentation and signing at Blowing Rock Antiques at 379 Sunset Drive. Libations will be available.
Back to School Needs Volunteers
The Back 2 School cannot happen without a large, dedicated group of volunteers to help us set up, clean up, hand out supplies, help kids try on shoes, select backpacks, or hand out snacks. If you would like to come out and help us make sure every Watauga County student has the tools they need to succeed this year - sign up below! 
Ribbon Cutting
August 18, 2022 - 4:00pm
The Ribbon Cutting will be held at the new 321 Trailhead with the two bridges that cross the Middle Fork New River—located about 1/2 mile north of Tweetsie RR on Hwy 321 (we are waiting for an address to be allocated). This event will officially open the MFG from Niley Cook Rd. to (almost) Tweetsie Railroad. 

Denim Ball Tickets on Sale
Thursday, Sept. 15th @ 6:00pm
The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation will host The Denim Ball in front of Flat Top Manor at Moses H. Cone Memorial Park on the Blue Ridge Parkway in Blowing Rock. 

The celebration will mark the completion of exterior repairs to the historical manor built by Moses and Bertha Cone in the early 1900s, and raise funds for additional rehabilitation projects at the 3,500-acre park. A textile magnate who brought denim production to the Southeast, Moses was dubbed The Denim King. 

Children's Council of Watauga
A time worth celebrating, join us at Appalachian Ski Mountain on Saturday, August 27, 2022 
This week The Children's Council of Watauga County is celebrating our 45th Anniversary. What started as one program in 1977 is now over 20 programs and initiatives. One thing remains the same: We build upon the strengths of children, families, and educators by investing resources, information, and training toward promoting the future health and success of our greatest community asset: Our Children.
Congratulations Granite Insurance!
We are thrilled to have been recognized by Business North Carolina magazine. Thank you to our great employees that make Granite Insurance such a great place to work! We’ve worked intentionally to create a culture and work environment that enables our team to be successful. Empowering others to be successful is why Granite Insurance exists!

Welcome New Members!
Residential Members
Melissa & Ed Tausche of Blowing Rock

Walker and Associates, A private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC
At Walker and Associates, I enjoy using my knowledge to help members of my community reach their financial goals. I will take the time to understand what’s truly important to you and deliver personalized advise to help you reach your financial goals, whatever they may be. With sound advice supported by research and online tools to track your progress, I can help you feel confident, connected and in control of your financial life

Gary T. Moss Jr. - Phone: 828-264-8990  
Meridian Benefits Group
Tony D’Alba
 
Meridian Benefits Group assists Seniors with Medicare services and provides employee benefits to small business groups of 10-200 employees. Representing many insurance companies across the state of NC, including BlueCross BlueShield, United Healthcare, Aetna, Humana and Mutual of Omaha among others, Meridian Benefits Group can offer a look into several plans across multiple carriers, to help find great choices that meet your specific needs and budget. Call today for a free quote! www.meridianbenefitsgroup.com
Ideas for Dining and Entertainment
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Storie Street Grille's Chef's Night for August is Summer Americana. Offered each Thursday and August proceeds support the Village Foundation
Tickets are now on sale for the 2022-2023 The Schaefer Center Presents Series at Appalachian State University.
Single-Game tickets now on sale for App State 2022-2023 Football Games
More events and updates can be found on our online calendar.

To submit your news to our weekly newsletter, email Cathy@BlowingRock.com by Wednesday.

Our newsletter reaches over 1,000 member contacts each Thursday!
Thank you to our 2022 Chamber Partners!


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