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    Ashe County High School Junior Parent Night

    Ashe County High School will hold a meetings for current 11th graders and their parents from 6:30-7:30pm in the ACHS auditorium on Tues 8/26.

    Ashe County High School Senior Parent Night

    There will be a meeting at ACHS in the auditorium for seniors and their parents from 6:30-7:30 on Monday 8/25/08.

    Humane Society of Wilkes Pet Adoption Fair

    Humane Society of Wilkes Pet Adoptin Fair, Saturday, August 23rd.

    "Watauga Reads" Events at Watauga County Public Library

    Two community-wide events will be held at Watauga County Public Library featuring this year's "Watauga Reads" selection, "The Glass Castle: A Memoir" by Jeannette Walls.

    Spagetti Supper

    Fleetwood Community Center is having a fund raiser spagetti supper. Friday night August 22, 2008, from 4:30 until 7:30. Take outs and child's plates available

    Microchip Clinic on Sat, Aug 23

    The Watauga Humane Society Offers Microchip Clinic on August 23 Make sure you have a permanent ID for your pet.

    High Country Chapter MOAA Charity Golf Tournament

    On September 12th the High Country Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America is holding a charity golf at tournament at the exclusive Hound Ears Club...

    Railroad Grade 5K Race

    The 7th Annual 5K Railroad Grade Run will be held September 20, 2008 in Todd, NC. Race begins at 9:00 a.m. Registration and preregistration packet pickup begins at 8:15 a.m.

    CDSA of the Blue Ridge Open House

    CDSA of the Blue Ridge Open House Friday, August 22 2-4pm 2359 Highway 105, Boone

    AVERY COUNTY A&H FAIR

    16th Annual Avery A&H Fair is September 9th - 13th at Heritage Park In Newland. Our Theme is in Honor of your "Hometown Heroes" Entries and Fun for all surrounding Counties. New this year we welcome Inners Shows. Call 828-387-6870 for more information or visit www.averyfair.com

    4th Annual Valle Crucis 7 Miler

    The 4th Annual Valle Crucis 7 Miler will be run on September 5 at 6:00pm. All funds benefit High Country Soccer Association.

    4-H Horse Show

    Blue Ridge Equestrian 4-H HORSE Show September 13, 2008 A Day of Family Fun! Blowing Rock Equestrian Preserve, Blowing Rock, NC

    Cancer Benefit for Nathan Sawyer

    Nathan is a very sweet 9 year old who has recently been diagnosed with Non Hodgkin's Lymphoma and Leukemia.For updates on Nathans progress go to WWW.Caringbridge.org/visit/nathanscourage.

    CNPA Sponsors Photographer Art Wolfe

    CNPA, Carolinas' Nature Photographers Association, is proud to sponsor Art Wolfe for a photo workshop in Charlotte, October 17 - 19, 2008.

    Candidate Debate/NC House 93rd District

    Kiwanis Club of Boone will host a debate among the three candidates for 93rd District NC House of Representative including incumbant, Democrat Cullie Tarlton, Republican Dan Soucek and Libertarian Jeff Cannon.

    AMERICAN RED CROSS DISASTER SERVICES TRAINING

    We will be offering PSYCHOLOGICAL FIRST AID. This course will provide a framework for understanding the factors that affect stress responses in disaster relief workers and the clients that we serve. In addition, it provides practical suggestions about what you can say and do as you practice the principles that you will learn. This course in intended for any current & potential new disaster volunteer interested in supporting the role of the Red Cross and is highly recommened for any volunteer who wishes to work directly with disaster clients.

    Kids In Cars

    This is a Public Annoucement from the Safe Kids Of Watauga and the Watauga County Child Fatality Team

    6th Annual Mile High Kite Festival

    Join us again on August 31st at the top of Beech Mountain for our Mile High Kite Festival.

    END OF SUMMER MINI USED BOOK SALE

    USED BOOKS FOR SALE...BENEFITING THE WATAUGA COUNTY LIBRARY

    Wayne Henderson, Jeff Little & Steve Lewis Concert on Friday, September 5th --A Benefit for the Ashe County Library Furnishings and Equipment Fund

    Mark your calendars for a great concert by Wayne Henderson, Jeff, Little and Steve Lewis on Friday, September 5th. They will be appearing at 7:30 p.m. at the Ashe County Civic Center to help raise money for the new library’s furnishings and equipment fund.

    Watauga Leisure Biking Club August Schedule

    Please see our website for a listing of Club rides for August.

    Sugar Mountain Golf Tournament August 29, 2008

    Golf Tournament at the Sugar Mountain Village Golf Course to benefit the J. Douglas Williams Park.

    Armed Forces Tribute August 23 - Volunteers needed!

    The 3rd Annual Ashe County Armed Forces Tribute needs volunteers! Coordinated & hosted by community volunteers, the VFW, American Legion, DAV & the 501c3 Jeffersons Rotary Club Foundation, this Tribute seeks to recognize, respect and honor all branches of the Armed Forces. Why? Because we are Americans. Can you give 4 hours a week to staff the all-volunteer office at 303A East 2nd St in West Jefferson, next door to the Chamber of Commerce? Can you help in any way? Attached is a list of many ways you can help in this non-political show of appreciation, by giving of your time, talents, and financial support as we say THANK YOU to Veterans and Active Duty Military. 336.846.1251. Gov. Easley has signed a Proclaimation observing this Tribute to Patriots, and UNC-TV has scheduled a LIVE broadcast 10:30-12:00 of the event August 23. LTG Tom Metz, Director of the Joint IED Defeat Organization will speak, as well as representatives from all branches of the military. Jaime Lynn will parachute in with a 2000sf American Flag, Stephen Shoemaker has designed a commemorative Pictorial Postmark, The Piece Makers Quilt Guild & community quilters are creating original Christmas stockings for active duty military, Smokey Mountain BBQ is catering the lunch, a flyover from Seymour Johnson is planned, churches are recognizing their members of the miltary, a Wall Of Honor will display Veterans, Active Duty & Reservists whose biographical information is submitted, a special commemorative newspaper will be published listing the biographies and photos as well as all the scheduled events, and LIVE satellite communications via DVIDS will be held with deployed units in Afghanistan and Iraq who have NC members in their units, WWII veterans will be recognized, special thanks will be given to the 1450th and 1451st National Guard Units from Boone and Jefferson, the Museum of Ashe County History will have a special display, a juried art exhibition is open to all artists and will be on display in Jefferson Station by the Library for People's Choice voting, local musicians and organizations will have displays of support, Off the Wall from Charlotte is providing inflatables for the kids, and much more! Will you join us in making it happen, and attend?

    Horse Show

    HORSE SHOW sponsored by High Country Horse Club.

    Dancing in the Streets

    The Town of Beech Mountain is again sponsoring two street dances in downtown Beech Mountain: July 19th and August 30th.

    VFW POST 7031 4th annual poker run August 23rd

    Ride to help our VETS in need

    The New Riverview Farmer's Market is open Thursdays

    The New Riverview Farmer’s Market is open every Thursday 1:00 pm til 6:00 pm starting May 22.

    Art in the Park

    Blowing Rock annual juried art and craft show featuring 100 exhibitors.

    Trail Work Day

    Ever wondered what it takes to build a hiking trail? Well here is a great way to learn and get your hands dirty helping to build a hiking trial that will be here forever. Elk Knob is currently building a hiking trail to the summit and needs your help. No experience is needed. Rangers will be there to work with you and to answer any questions. Activities could include any of the following...clearing brush and topsoil in trail path, creating tread, building rock wall, graveling tread, and more.

    Meet Local Moms

    As part of The Mommies Network, HighCountryMommies.com is a FREE community for moms in Ashe, Avery,and Watauga Counties. We realize that all moms need local support -- and who can't use another friend? HighCountryMommies.com offers a simple way to connect with local moms for friendship, support and fun. Members meet on our forums to share information on everything from where to get the best haircut to tips on transitioning to a "big kid" bed. Each month, we also offer many face-to-face events for our members, their children and their families. Register today and join us!

    Meet Local Moms

    As part of The Mommies Network, CentralFoothillsMommies.com is a FREE community for moms in Alexander, Catawba and Iredell Counties. We realize that all moms need local support -- and who can't use another friend? CentralFoothillsMommies.com offers a simple way to connect with local moms for friendship, support and fun. Members meet on our forums to share information on everything from where to get the best haircut to tips on transitioning to a "big kid" bed. Each month, we also offer many face-to-face events for our members, their children and their families. Register today and join us!

    Beech Mountain Guided Hikes

    Ten guided hikes are scheduled on Beech Mountain for 2008 - at least one each month beginning in April, with the last one in October.

    New River Trail 50k run

    10/11/08, 8am Fries, VA This 50k (31.1 miles) ultramarathon is completely on the New River Trail. 100% dirt, flat, FAST.This is a "green" event with all proceeds going to The National Committee for the New River.Registration information below.

    Western North Carolina Renewable Energy Initiative - 2008 Workshop Schedule

    Western North Carolina Renewable Energy Initiative 2008 Workshop Schedule Please consider attending one of our upcoming workshops. We have an outstanding collection of workshops put together, all of which are being taught by our nation’s leading experts. Anyone interested in energy issues should attend these workshops, including: homeowners, home builders/designers, farmers, business owners, policymakers, students, and utility officials. To register or get additional information please go to our website: www.wind.appstate.edu or call 828-262-7333. Thanks.

    Recycle your yogurt containers

    Recycle your yogurt containers to benefit the Children's Playhouse

    Pet Adoptions

    High Country Friends For Life holds adoptions for homeless animals every Saturday at Lowes Home Improvement in Boone.

    Ashe Humane Adoptions

    The Ashe County Humane Society has animals available for adoptions every Saturday.

    Avery County Habitat for Humanity

    A general plea for volunteer help

    Avery County ReStore

    A general plea for volunteers and donations at Avery County Habitat for Humanity's ReStore

    Phipps Farm Friday Night Jam

    Live-Venue, Old Time and Bluegrass mountain music. All music levels welcome, dancers too.