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Painting with a Twist at Silver Creek Campground

Sunday, June 28, 3-6pm. Painting with a Twist at Silver Creek Campground, Mill Spring. Enjoy a fun afternoon with a local artist. For just $20, choose your creative adventure: Canvas Bundle – canvas, paint brush & paint or Sculpture Bundle – handmade small sculpture, paint brush & paint. Please RSVP by calling or texting 828-894-2331. Light refreshments will be...

Trivia at Silver Spoon Saloon – Tryon International

Free, Tuesdays at 6:30pm. Trivia with Jaiden at the Silver Spoon Saloon at Tryon International. Week 1 – June 2 “Movies” Week 2 – June 9 “Pop Culture” Week 3 – June 3 “Music” Week 4 – June 23 “2000s Nostalgia” Week 5 – June 30 “Sports” Week 6 – July 7 ” Disney & Pixar”...

Paint & Sip at Parker-Binns Vineyard

Sunday, June 7, 12pm. Paint & Sip at Parker-Binns Vineyard. Paint “The Highland Fisherman” with the assistance of a local artist. All supplies provided – easy to follow pattern – step by step instructions. Sign up by texting 828-674-8964. Reservations are $35 per...

Nature in your Backyard

Free. Thursday, June 4, 10am-12pm. Swiftwater Farms, Mill Spring, NC. This program is ideal for 6-12 years old, but all are welcome. Join this free, family-friendly experience where curiosity leads the way. Explore the hidden world around us and discover the animals, tracks and clues that are closer than you think. This guided outdoor nature walk will take place rain or shine. Enjoy hands-on nature journaling activities, engaging information about local wildlife, and light refreshments. RSVP required at: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/ssmai3/event/natureinyourbackyard2026/ .  After reservation has been made the address will be provided. Spots are...

A Taste of the Mountains at Gertie Mae’s

Friday, June 26, 6pm. A Taste of the Mountains at Gertie Mae’s, Tryon International, Mill Spring. NC Winegrower’s Association has organized a night of food and wine with a 6 course meal paired with 6 wines from 6 local wineries. Tickets are $100 per person and are available online at: https://www.ncwinegrowers.com/. Gertie Mae’s is at Tryon International situated in the Overmountain...

Low Country Boil at Tryon International

Saturday, May 30, 4-8pm. Low Country Boil by the Bucket at Tryon International at the Legends Plaza Tent. Enjoy a Low Country Boil with buckets loaded with shrimp, crayfish, corn, potatoes, sausage, and more. Add on snow crab clusters for an additional charge. The buckets feeds 2-4 people, $50. Add snow crab clusters for $9. Advance tickets suggested as this sells out every year. Purchase tickets at: https://resort.tryon.com/events/low-country-boilmay29. While you’re there enjoy the Saturday Night Live events such as kids activities, face painting, Hobby Horse racing, and much...

“New Adventures, New Moments” Nature Walk

Free. Saturday, July 11, 9-11am. “New Adventures, New Moments” English/Spanish Walk at Bradley Nature Preserve. Join a guide from Conserving Carolina for this historical hike on a battle ground of the American Revolution. On this hike you will be walking in the footsteps of a Patriot militia. On October 4, 1780, a Patriot militia of around 1,600 soldiers arrived at the Green River. This hike is an easy 2.6 mile round trip trek and at times the historic path of the Overmountain Men is visible directly next to the current trail. RSVP to: https://conservingcarolina.org/calendar/. Directions will be provided after...

U-Pick Spring Flowers Season Opening at Moonchild Flower Farm

May 21 – May 23, 11am-6pm, U-Pick Spring Flowers at Moonchild Flower Farm, Mill Spring, NC. Walk the rows, cut your own flowers and experience spring in bloom in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Bring your own containers and cutting shears. Visit https://www.moonchildfarm.com/plan-your-visit for pricing...