Plunge into Spring at Zaloo's! At 0800 hours, that's 8AM for civilians and river tubers. Quick workout and plunge! Post Plunge: Coffee & Bacon/Egg/Cheese Sandwhiches. Come out and Plunge into Spring (literally)!

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Southern-fried rock and soul

Come learn the old ways of healing in the mountains. Grounded in history and direct experience. This class will explore how to safely and simply identify plants used in traditional Appalachian Folk medicine.

BOONE, N.C. – App State will host its "Battle at The Rock" spring football game on April 18 at Kidd Brewer Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. on that Saturday, and admission will be free. Fans should register for their free ticket by April 14 to be entered for a chance to toss the coin prior to...

One of the premier music festivals in the country, serves as an annual homecoming for musicians and music fans. MerleFest was founded in 1988 in memory of the late Eddy Merle Watson, son of legend Doc Watson. MerleFest is a celebration of “traditional plus” music, a unique mix of music based on the traditional, roots-oriented...

Join us on Friday, April 24th at the Sunset Overlook at Mount Jefferson State Natural Area for the 2026 Statewide Star Party!Hosted by NC State Parks as a part of NCSciFest.Telescopes will be set up for star gazing and lunar viewing.Free Interactive astronomy themed activities and crafts will be set up at the Overlook.All ages...

Wildheart Women's Retreat is an invitation to find your path back home to yourself, to be quiet with the beautiful land that encompasses Turtle Island Preserve and to connect with other women in deeply nourishing ways, while in a supportive, caring community setting.

This is an immersive, hands-on sewing and repair intensive based on low-tech, hand=based mending practices rooted in Appalachian and working-class traditions. Participants will learn foundational hand-sewing techniques for extending the life of everyday garments and gear...without the use of machines or electricity.

Zaloo's Canoes reminds you to save the date for the next New River Canoe Race returns on May 30. Times have not been given yet. For more information, call (336) 246-3066.  

We will explore cooking directly over open flame, in a stone hearth, on an antique wood stove, and baking in a hand-made cobb oven, all in our outdoor kitchen. Through our intentional cooking we will join together in community to enjoy our evening meal together. A wonderful lunch is also provided.

Saloon Studios announces their 2026 Summer concert line-up schedule. Be sure to mark your calendar. To view schedule, click on website below. For more information, call (336) 877-2374