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SUMMARY:"Jump for the Children" Hunter Derbies Horse Show
DESCRIPTION:Class highlights include weekly $10\,000 USHJA National Hunter Derbies\, $2\,500 USHJA Pony Hunter Derbies\, Duke Children’s Lead Line\, and $50\,000 Duke Children’s Grand Prix classes. Hosted at Jump for the Children II (November 11-15) will be a special USHJA Hunter Team Challenge Southeast. \nThe Duke “Jump for the Children” Horse Shows will feature USEF National and Level 4 competition\, continuing a 40+ year tradition of raising lifesaving funds for Duke Children’s Hospital (Duke Children’s).
URL:https://firstpeaknc.com/event/jump-for-the-children-hunter-derbies-horse-show-2/
LOCATION:Tryon International Equestrian Center\, 25 International Blvd\, Mill Spring\, NC\, 28756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Equestrian,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T010000
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SUMMARY:Annual Handcrafted Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Kick Off the Holidays at Our Opening Reception! Date: Thursday\, November 12 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM \nDates: Open weekly through December 18\, 2026\nHours: Tuesdays-Fridays from 9am – 4pm & Saturdays from 9am – 1pm\nLocation: Tryon Arts & Crafts School | 373 Harmon Field Rd\, Tryon\, NC\nAdmission: Free & open to the public! \nStop by the Handcrafted Holiday Market at Tryon Arts & Crafts School to discover a gorgeous curated collection of handmade treasures crafted by regional artists and TACS instructors.\nWhat you’ll find rotating through each week:\nHandcrafted pottery\, ceramics\, and stoneware\nUnique handmade jewelry and fiber arts\nTurned wood\, glass work\, and metal/iron decor\nFestive holiday ornaments\, cards\, and one-of-a-kind stocking stuffers\nEvery purchase directly supports regional artists and helps keep hands-on craft alive in our community. Stop by the studio this week to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list!\nIn addition to the Holiday Market:\n“OVERFLOW”: Explore OVERFLOW\, a special satellite exhibit presented in connection with Upstairs Artspace’s “Phenomenology of Water” exhibition. OVERFLOW features compelling photography and visual narratives by renowned artist Martha Strawn.\nYouth Scholarship Fund: \nThe TACS Li’l Angels Tree is filled with ornaments donated by area artists\, each unique and memorable. By purchasing one of these ornaments\, you are supporting our Youth Scholarship Fund\, providing equal opportunities to creative kids! \nToy Drive:\nTACS will have a donation site in the foyer for toy donations! This collection is hosted by TACS for Thermal Belt Outreach\, and will be open for donations through December. \nCall To Artists:\nAre you interested in vending with us? Please contact our office or visit our website for an Entry Form! We are open Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm and Saturdays from 9am-1pm.♦ \n 
URL:https://firstpeaknc.com/event/annual-handcrafted-holiday-market/2026-11-14/
LOCATION:Tryon Arts and Crafts School\, 373 Harmon Field Rd.\, Tryon\, NC\, 28782\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Events,Holiday,Music
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SUMMARY:Hunter Pace Horse Show
DESCRIPTION:Saddle up for a day of friendly competition\, beautiful scenery\, and equestrian fun at FENCE! \nAs part of the Western Carolina Hunter Pace Series\, our Hunter Pace welcomes riders of all breeds and experience levels. Choose between the Field Hunter and Trail Rider divisions. Whether you’re riding competitively or simply enjoying a day in the saddle\, there’s a place for you! \nTeams can also compete for the Best Turned Out Team Medal. \n.♦
URL:https://firstpeaknc.com/event/hunter-pace-horse-show/
LOCATION:FENCE – Foothills Equestrian Nature Center\, 3381 Hunting Country Rd\, Tryon\, NC\, 28782\, United States
CATEGORIES:Equestrian,Events
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SUMMARY:Paint Cozy Watercolors at Pearson Falls
DESCRIPTION:Paint in the Garden House \nJoin us for an engaging and imaginative watercolor workshop in the cozy\, newly refurbished Garden House at Pearson’s Falls & Glen. \nLocal artist Miranda Wildman will guide us in exploring layers of color and texture\, creating vibrant and fun works of art that reflect the magic that nature holds as well as our individual creativity. Whether you are a seasoned artist with years of experience or a complete beginner just starting out\, everyone is warmly welcomed and encouraged to participate in this joyful\, artistic journey through the woods together. \nMeet us at Pearson’s Falls & Glen at 10am on Sunday\, 15 November for a two-hour watercolor workshop. We will begin with a stroll through the Glen for inspiration then meet in the Garden House in front of a cozy fire to paint. Cake and tea will be served. \nAll materials provided by Miranda.
URL:https://firstpeaknc.com/event/paint-cozy-watercolors-at-pearson-falls/
LOCATION:Pearson Falls
CATEGORIES:Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T140000
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SUMMARY:Fall 2026 Release: Founder’s Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we close out Fall Release Weekend with a celebration of where it all began. \nFounder’s Day honors Dennis Lanahan\, who founded Mountain Brook Vineyards in 2002\, and the work he and his wife put into this land. Their vision laid the foundation for everything we are today\, and for the growth of the Tryon Foothills AVA itself. This is our first event of its kind\, and we can’t think of a better way to say thank you. \nMr. Lanahan will be with us to share the story of the property\, the vines\, and the wines. Owners Vickie and Jonathan Redgrave and winemaker Dave Coventry will join him\, and our yellow lab mascot\, Cooper\, will be making the rounds too. \n\nA guided wine tasting with the people behind the wines\nThe history of the vineyard\, from the first vines to today’s releases\nA buffet lunch\, catered for the occasion \nRegister Here!
URL:https://firstpeaknc.com/event/fall-2026-release-founders-day/
LOCATION:Mountain Brook Vineyards\, 731 Philips Dairy Rd\, Tryon\, NC\, 28782\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Wine Events
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SUMMARY:Panelist Conversation: Exploring Meaning of Water
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, November 15\, 2026 | 2 – 4 PM \nFeaturing seven experts from the fields of nature conservation\, biology\, philosophy\, psychology\, art history\, and poetry\, this panel conversation will explore the many ways water shapes our physical world and human experience. Panelists will consider the value of water\, offering a range of perspectives on this essential element. \n♦
URL:https://firstpeaknc.com/event/panelist-conversation-exploring-meaning-of-water/
LOCATION:Upstairs Artspace\, 49 S Trade St\, Tryon\, NC\, 28722\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Events
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SUMMARY:Live Music at Parker-Binns Vineyard
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy free live music at Parker-Binns Vineyard. Food and beverages available for purchase. \nMusic 2-5pm Saturday and Sunday. \n\n\n\n11/1: Gregg Grimaldo\, 2-5p\n11/7: Beau Beaumont\, 2-5p\n11/8: The Otter Dogs Duo\, 2-5p\n11/14: Phil Ruff\, 2-5p\n11/15: raphael Graves Duo\, 2-5p\n11/14: Bill & Tad’s Excellent Duo\, 2-5p\n11/22: Tim Nave\, 2-5p\n11/28: Seth and Sara\, 2-5p\n11/29: Jennifer Allsbrook\, 2-5p\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://firstpeaknc.com/event/live-music-at-parker-binns-vineyard-5-2/2026-11-15/
LOCATION:Parker-Binns Vineyard and Winery\, 2275 Whiteside Rd.\, Mill Spring\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Music,Wine Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T150000
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SUMMARY:"Twelve Angry Jurors" by Tryon Little Theatre
DESCRIPTION:November 12-15 & November 19-22. “Twelve Angry Jurors” by Tryon Little Theatre\, Tryon\, NC. ♦ \nOn a hot summer day after a long trial\, a jury must decide whether a 19 year old man is guilty of murdering his father. The jury votes 11-1 that the man is guilty\, but laws in the United States require a unanimous vote. Twelve Angry Jurors is a heightened courtroom thriller that puts you on the edge of your seat while powerfully exploring what it means to live in a democracy. \nTickets are $25/adult and $15/student available online at: https://tltinfo.org/ \nThursdays-Saturday at 7:30pm and Sundays at 3pm. \n 
URL:https://firstpeaknc.com/event/twelve-angry-jurors-by-tryon-little-theatre/2026-11-15/
LOCATION:Tryon Little Theater\, 516 S. Trade St\, Tryon\, NC\, 28782\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:Saluda the Musical
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate MPT’s 10th anniversary this upcoming November\, we are presenting a revival of Saluda\, the Musical: A Historic Depiction of Our Town. The play was a great success as our first production and will return bigger and better due to the state-of-the-art capabilities of our theater\, the talented combination of YAK children and Mountain Page Players adult cast\, and our exceptional production team. \nSaluda\, the Musical spans over a century of well-researched history\, highlighting the most significant events since the arrival of settlers to a land inhabited by native Americans. The story unfolds as each scene takes you on a journey through time with dramatic and humorous performances\, an original musical score performed live\, exciting dance sequences\, and the sense of community that arises as we come together to recognize the incredible resilience of this land and its people.
URL:https://firstpeaknc.com/event/saluda-the-musical/2026-11-15/
LOCATION:Mountain Page Theater\, 1303 Mountain Page Road\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Events,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T163000
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SUMMARY:Sippin Sundays at The Saluda Inn
DESCRIPTION:Sippin Sundays at The Saluda Inn typically the third Sunday each month\, 4-7pm. Music starts at 4:30pm and plays until 6:30pm. Advance tickets are required\, $15\, call 828-388-9027. Preorder food when you book your ticket and enjoy at your leisure during the performance. \nAugust 16 Marley’s Chain Band\nSeptember 20 Angela Easterling\nOctober 18 Brian Ashley Jones\nNovember 15 Miller Reeves\nDecember 20 Slow Rider featuring Michael Flynn \n 
URL:https://firstpeaknc.com/event/sippin-sundays-at-the-saluda-inn/2026-11-15/
LOCATION:The Saluda Inn\, 229 Greenville St.\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773
CATEGORIES:Events,Music
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