A Step Across Time
Clogging enjoys four centuries of momentum The history of clogging in Appalachia — widely regarded as the birthplace of the American dance form —…
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Little Meticulous Houses
Engineer replicates architecturally exact worlds for model-train hobbyists Not long ago, Stephen Milley was considering semi-retirement from an engineering career and devoting more of his…
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Open Tuning
Guitar expo is rare in highlighting both electric and acoustic models It’s equal parts shopping mall, museum, and Antiques Roadshow. At the spring installment…
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American Kennel Club All Breed Dog Agility Trial
Dog agility is a sport where dog and handler navigate a timed obstacle course. Spectators are welcome, and admission is free. Spectators are asked to…
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The Southeast’s best comic-book dealers, plus toys and collectibles dealers, will gather at the WNC Agricultural Center for a newly expanded edition of Asheville…
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Rodeo Rears Its Head
Cultural mainstay returns to the Ag Center The Southern Rodeo Association’s equivalent of the Super Bowl comes to the WNC Agricultural Center in Fletcher,…
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Southeastern Animal Fiber Fair
Annual three-day event recognizes the contribution of fiber animals — llamas, alpacas, sheep, rabbits, and others — and the crafters who turn their wool…
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N.C. Mountain State Fair
Photo by Rimas Zailskas The annual North Carolina Mountain State Fair celebrates the heritage of the Blue Ridge Mountains including its agriculture, music, crafts,…
Read MoreMother Earth News Fair
The touring arm of the homesteading magazine features two days of workshops and lectures focused on gardening, livestock raising, green building, organic food, and…
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See spinning, weaving, knitting, and felting demonstrations from a wide regional area. There will be contests, vendors, livestock shows, and numerous workshops. Admission is…
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