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A Cajun Occasion Fundraiser

Saturday, April 26, 3-8pm. A Cajun Occasion to benefit the Tryon International Film Festival at The Fitzgerald, 69 Pacolet St., Tryon, NC. ♦ Enjoy a Gum “Beau” cook off, Cajun cuisine and BBQ, music, and live entertainment.  Purchase tickets at https://www.tryoninternationalfilmfestival.org/events. Tickets are $55 in advanceor $65 at the door.  ...

Opening Reception at Tryon Painters and Sculptors

Free. Enjoy the opening reception at Tryon Painters and Sculptors. ♦ The exhibit will be available for viewing during regular hours. Before & After: January 25, 5-7pm Louder Than Words: March 8, 5-7pm Art and Soul: May 4, 5-7pm In the Moment: June 14, 5-7pm The Power of Color: August 9, 5-7pm Untold Stories: October 4,...

Paint & Sip at the Back Alley Barn

Come paint “Candy the Reindeer” on Thursday, December 5, 6pm at the Back Alley Barn, Saluda, NC. Advance tickets required, $35 per person, text 828-674-8964 to sign...

Panel Discussion at Upstairs Artspace

Free. December 8, 2:30pm, “Inspired by Nature” panel discussion at Upstairs Artspace, 49 S. Trade St., Tryon, NC.♦ Three painters and sculptors whose work focuses on nature will speak about art and the natural world. Speakers include Dale McEntire, William Henry Price and Michael Sherrill....

Ornament Making Class at Overmountain Vineyards

Personalize your holiday cheer with the team at Overmountain Vineyards as artist Cathey Stoney guides you in this festive painting class. You will create two hand painted ornaments on wooden slabs using simple techniques. Paint one to gift and keep one for yourself. No experience necessary. All materials included. Advance tickets are $35 per person and available by calling the vineyard at...

Green Carpet Event at The Fitzgerald Event Center

Green Carpet Event on Saturday, November 23, 6pm, at The Fitzgerald Event Center, Tryon, NC Instead of the Red Carpet, attend this “Green Carpet” Event celebrating EcoHarmony Films, heavy appetizers, cash bar, music by Flea Marketeers, and Silent Plein Air Art Auction benefiting Tryon Painters and Sculptors. This is a free event open to all pass holders and the public....

Lecture at Tryon Arts and Crafts School

Free event. Thursday, September 19, 5:30-6:30pm, at Tryon Arts and Crafts School, Tryon, NC. “Women Photographers in Tryon” will be the subject of the lecture by art historian Dr. Lili Corbus. The lecture highlights her research on pioneering women photographers who documented the people and landscapes of Tryon and its surroundings during the early to mid-20th century, including Margaret Morley, Frances Benjamin Johnston, Bayard Wooten, and Hansel Mieth. In addition, after her presentation, Corbus will lead a walk-through of the current gallery exhibition that she co-curated....

Paint n Sip at Back Alley Barn

Paint  “Black Cats on Pumpkins” at the Back Alley Barn with the assistance of a local artist. All supplies are provided and an easy to follow pattern with step by step instructions are given. Advance registration is required, $35. Text 828-674-8964 to...

Paint n Sip at Sully’s Place

Paint n Sip at Sully’s Place on Saturday, September 28, 3pm. Come paint “Pumpkins” at Sully’s Place with assistance from a local artist. All supplies provided, easy to follow patterns and step by step instructions. Advance registration required, $35. Text 828-674-8964 to sign...

“A Song for Imogene” Viewing at The Historic Tryon Theatre

Thursday, October 10, 5:30pm Reception at Mirrorball Gallery, 84 Pacolet St., Tryon, NC. Heavy appetizers and cash bar. 7pm – film screening of “A Song for Imogene” at The Historic Tryon Theatre, 45 S. Trade St., Tryon, NC. Enjoy the feature film and Q & A with filmmakers Kristi Ray and Erika Arlee. Enjoy an after party at Brooks Tavern, 10 Oak St., Tryon, NC. Advance tickets required, $50 for adults & $10 for students aged 19+. Purchase tickets at: https://vimeo.com/825153880 This is and adult only event. ♦  VIP pass holders do not need to purchase a separate ticket for this...