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When: Friday, May 1 2009, 11am-5pm
Where: The Calhoun House, Everett Street, Downtown Bryson City
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Horace Kephart Day:
This event is designed to celebrate the contributions of Horace Kephart to the formation of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and his regional literature. The day will begin with a graveside service to be followed with an afternoon of readings, addresses, and recognition of the impact Mr. Kephart had not only on the formation of the GSMNP, but also the region. 828-488-3681,
800-867-9246
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When: Saturday, May 2, 2009, 9am-1pm
Where: Front Lawn, Charleston Station, Main Street, Downtown Bryson City
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P.A.W.S. Adoption Day:
Presented by P.A.W.S. Animal Shelter and hosted by Clampitt's Ace Hardware and Charleston Station, this event will take place the first Saturday of the month from May through October. Featuring adoptable shelter puppies and kittens, Adoption Day will also offer dog and cat treats, t-shirts, and other fundraising items for the shelter. Ace Hardware will also offer anyone who adopts a pet 50% of custom I.D. tags. Come on out and find a new friend, or just help support a worthy cause.
828-488-0418
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When: Saturday, May 2, 2009
Where: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
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BSA Freedom Train:
Get on board for a special celebration of our freedom! A portion of all ticket sales benefit the Daniel Boone Council Boy Scouts of America.
Ticket prices include admission to the Smoky Mountains Model Trains Museum. Call for reservations and details: 800-872-4681, 828-488-7000
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When: Saturday, May 2, 2009, 7am-6pm
Where: Almond Boat and RV Park, Bryson City
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16th Annual Bass Tournament and Barbecue:
This annual event is fun for the entire family! Featuring great music, fantastic food, raffle prizes, and huge cash prizes for the tournament winners! All proceeds to benefit the West Swain Volunteer Fire Department.
To register: 828-488-6423 (Jim), 828-488-2424 (Casey), or visit Clampitt Ace Hardware, Smoky Mountain Lakes and Marine, or Smoky Mountain Bait and Tackle.
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When: Sunday, May 10, 2009
Where: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
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Mother's Day Brunch:
All Aboard-treat mom to a scenic rail excursion and fantastic brunch on the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad.Ticket prices include admission to the Smoky Mountains Model Trains Museum. Call for reservations and details:
800-872-4681, 828-488-7000
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When: Friday & Saturday, May 15 & 16
Where: Darnell Farms
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Straberry Jam Festival:
Pick strawberries and listen to some of the area's best musical talent! Begins on Friday at 5 p.m. and Saturday at 10 a.m.
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When: May 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 25, 2009
Where: Smoky Mountain Community Theatre, Main Street, Bryson City
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"First Baptist of Ivy Gap" presented by Smoky Mountain Community:
An award winning play with humor and heart presented in a lovingly restored mountain theatre.
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When: May 22 & 23, 2009
Where: Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds
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Tailgate Jamboree:
Chrome crunching monster trucks like Grave Digger (the world's best known monster truck), mud trucks, ATVs, hot rods, and low-riders mean super-charged fun for adrenaline junkies across the southeast at this first time event.
800-438-1601
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When: May 22, 6-9pm & May 23, 10am - 8pm, 2009
Where: Riverfront Park, Bryson City
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Heritage Fest Weekend:
This two day festival has it all! Friday night entertainment is loaded with local talent featuring an emphasis on old-time gospel. Saturday entertainment is as varied as the region, ranging from a highlands pipe and drum corps to classic country and bluegrass. In addition to music, the festival offers local arts and crafts, food, games for the kids and fun for the whole family!
Swain County Chamber of Commerce, 800-867-9246
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When: May 22-25
Where: Bryson City
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Alternative Expo '09:
Leave ordinary behind! Come and experience music, food, workshops, exhibits, drumming and more! For more information call 828-777-4683.
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When: May 23-24 & 30-31, 2009
Where: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
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The Lone Ranger Excursion:
This exciting event will feature a train robbery and gun fightas you travel the tracks along the Nantahala Gorge. Additional activities and entertainment will be centered at the Bryson City depot. The Lone Ranger and Tonto will make a guest appearance on the return trip to pass out special silver bullets to the children. Ticket prices include admission to the Smoky Mountains Model Trains Museum. Call for reservations and details: 800-872-4681, 828-488-7000
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When: Saturday, May 23, 2009
Where: Tsali Recreational Area
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Twelve Hours of Tsali:
Watch team and solo mountain bikers race for glory in this incredible endurance relay competition.
Nantahala Outdoor Center, 800-232-7238
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Bryson City - Swain County
Chamber of Commerce
& Visitor Center
210 Main Street
P.O. Box 509
Bryson City, NC 28713
Karen Wilmot, Director
800-867-9246 toll-free
828-488-3681 local
828-488-6858 fax |
