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UPCOMING EVENTS IN FRANKLIN, NC in Macon County

UPCOMING EVENTS IN FRANKLIN, NC

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Russ Taff & Buddy Green
Date(s): Sep 01, 2012
When: 7:30 pm
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

Tickets $15 - $17

One of the most recognizable voices in Christian music, Russ Taff. 

Buddy Green brings a wide variety of southern Americana influences to his music to create a unique musical blend. 


For additional information, contact 828-524-1598 or visit www.GreatMountainMusic.com

Art Rosenbaum: Voices
Date(s): Sep 01, 2012
When: 5 - 7pm
Where: The Bascom, 323 Franklin Road, Highlands, NC

Opening Reception for Art Rosenbaum: Voices which will run from September 1 through November 10.  For additional information contact 828-526-4949 or www.thebascom.org. 

Bascom Barn Dance
Date(s): Sep 01, 2012
When: 7 - 10 pm
Where: The Bascom, 323 Franklin Road, Highlands, NC

Admission $5 (cash only).  Featuring The Stone Mountain Wobblers & Caller Terry Wilson.  For additional information contact 828-526-4949 or visit www.bascom.com

Tropical Night in the Mountains
Date(s): Sep 01, 2012
When: 5:30 pm
Where: Mill Creek Country Club

Music, dancing, limbo competition and more fun!  
Prizes for "Best Bahama Mama" and "Best Beach Bum" attire.  

Menu:
Fresh Tomato Salad
Grilled Jamaican Jerk Mahi Mahi
Caribbean Chicken with Mango Chutney
Black Beans & Rice
Roasted Okra
Corn Frtters
Key Lime Pie

Drink Specials:  Pina Coladas, Margaritas, Red Stripe & Corona Beer

Reservations required by August 29th.  Please call 828-524-4653.   Tickets:  $14.95 per person 

Ken Sizemore sings John Denver
Date(s): Sep 01, 2012
When: 6:00 pm
Where: Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Franklin

89 Sierra Drive, Franklin, NC
Tickets:  $15, refreshments & Childcare provided
Proceeds will benefit UUFF's Outreach Programs

Tickets at Chamber of Commerce 828-524-3161 or at the door the night of the performance.

Artist Talk at The Bascom
Date(s): Sep 02, 2012
When: 2 - 3 pm
Where: The Bascom, 323 Franklin Road, Highlands, NC

The Artist Talks about Art Rosenbaum: Voices. 

For additional information contact 828-526-4949 or visit www.bascom.org

Who's Got Talent: A Variety Competition
Date(s): Sep 06, 2012
When: 7:30 pm
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

Ever wanted to show off?  Here's your chance!  The Smoky Mountain Center for the Perfomring Arts is proud to present Who's Got Talent?  A local talent competition open to singers, dancers, musicians, variety acts and more.  Experience the magic of the spot light while the audience votes for their favorite act and the winner of a cash prize.  Check out the theater website for more information about auditions and your chance to be a star for a night!  Tickets: $7

For additional information or tickets contact 828-524-1598 or visit www.greatmountainmusic.com

Karen Peck and New River & Kingsmen Quartet
Date(s): Sep 07, 2012
When: 7:30 pm
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

Karen and New River is a 2-time GMA Dove Award winner and 3-time Grammy Award nominated Southern Gospel Group.  Karen's flawless, delightful soprano voice has made its way into the hearts of Gospel Music lovers across the country.

The Kingsmen Quartet has encouraged and uplifted listeners with their unique style since the conception of the group in 1956.  With countless records and compilations sold, Grammy nominations, for Dove Awards and an induction into the "Gospel Music Hall of Fame," this certainly solidifies The Kingsmen as gospel music's most predominate Quartet.

Tickets:  $15 - $18
For tickets and information contact 828-524-1598 or visit www.greatmountainmusic.com

Scratchboard Workshop for Children at Uptown Gallery
Date(s): Sep 08, 2012
When: 9:30 am - 12 Noon
Where: Uptown Gallery - 30 E Main Street, Franklin

Students must be at least 8 years old.  Preregistration is required.  All supplies are furnished through a Community Foundation grant and Macon County Art Association.  For more information call the gallery at 828-349-4607 or Pat Mennenger at 828-369-0356.

Radio-Thon At Angel Medica Center
Date(s): Sep 08, 2012
When: 9am - 4pm
Where: Angel Medical Center

This event is to raise funds for the Outpatient Medicine Expansion.  Games, door prizes, food and fun.  For additional information contact Angel Medical Center at 828-524-8411.

Flu Clinic
Date(s): Sep 08, 2012
When: 9am - 4pm
Where: Angel Medical Center

During the AMC Radiothon.  Cost will be $25, cash or check, ad Medicare Part B only is accepted.  For questions, contact 349-6639. No appointment necessary.

59th Annual Macon County Fair
Date(s): Sep 12, 2012 - Sep 15, 2012
Where: Wayne Proffitt Agricultural Center/Macon County Fairgrounds

59th Annual Macon County Agricultural Fair

Seminar: Is Entrepreneurship For You?
Date(s): Sep 13, 2012
When: 5:30 - 8:30 pm
Where: SCC Macon Campus on Siler Farm Road

Seminar will be held in Room #227.
In this seminar participants identify the personal qualities and skills of successful entrepreneurs.  Participants will complete a self assessment and learn the importance of community analysis.  In this seminar participants will also examine the legal structures to determine the one most appropriate to their needs, include Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, Corporation, S Corporations and Limited Liability Company.

For additional information or to register contact Tommy Dennison at 828-306-7019

Don Williams
Date(s): Sep 15, 2012
When: 7:30 pm
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

Tickets $29 - $36

If anyone ever needed proof that music is an international language, then they need to look no further than Don Williams. With fans all over the world, Williams draws listeners into the intimate world of an old friend. Mostly based on experience, the music of Don William's is the best blend of emotions the heart could ask for, including, "Good Ole Boys Like Me," "Amanda," and "Tulsa Time."

For additional information and tickets contact 828-524-1598 or visit www.GreatMountainMusic.com

Annual Guest Night of Franklin Christian Women's Connection
Date(s): Sep 18, 2012
When: 6:30 pm
Where: Macon County Community Building

Reservations or cancellations by noon on Friday, September 14.

Speaker:  Ed Houts of Rome, GA - "Beating the Odds"
Feature Presentation by Don & Marlene Mueller, Ambassadors to the Senior Games, 2012
Special Music by the Hilltop Singers

$14.00, includes dinner, program & on-site nursery

Call Georgann at 369-9117 or Karen 524-5135.  www.FranklinChristianWomen.org

Affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries, Kansas City, MO

Medicare Part D Workshop
Date(s): Sep 19, 2012
When: 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Where: Macon Senior Services Building

How to navigate the Medicare website on Prescription Drug Plans. 
WiFi available.

There will be a question and answer period.  Free to the public. 
No fefreshments will be served.

For information 828-349-2059.

Phillips, Craig & Dean
Date(s): Sep 21, 2012
When: 7:30 pm
Where: Sm

Tickets $15 - $20

Phillips, Craig and Dean is a contemporary Christian music trio composed of Randy Phillips, Shawn Craig, and Dan Dean. Since forming in 1991, they have released 12 albums and earned 18 No. 1 radio singles. The group has received nine GMA Dove Award nominations, and sold over two million units, receiving two Dove Awards for participating in the special event album My Utmost for His Highest in 1996, and also took the 2010 Dove Award for Inspirational Album of the Year, Fearless. Hits include: "Revelation Song," "Mercy Came Running," "Let My Words Be Few," and "Here I Am to Worship."

For additional information and tickets contact 828-524-1598 or visit www.GreatMountainMusic.com 

2nd Annual Mountain Tennis Association Doubles Tournament
Date(s): Sep 21, 2012 - Sep 23, 2012
Where: Macon County Recreation Park Courts

Deadline for registration 9/15/2012.  For additional information contact 828-371-3280.

26th Annual Scholarship Fund Car Show
Date(s): Sep 22, 2012
Where: Macon County Fair Grounds

For additional information contact:  Bill Walker at jawalk1841@gmail.com

Yard Sale at Mill Creek Clubhouse
Date(s): Sep 22, 2012
When: 7:00 am - 3 pm
Where: Mill Creek Country Club Clubhouse

Everyone is invited!

Ladies Night Out
Date(s): Sep 25, 2012
When: 6:30 pm
Where: Angel Medical Center Cafeteria

Program:  Cardiovascular Disease

Make New Friends, Hear Great Guest Speakers, Register for Door Prizes, Snacks and Learn Important Health Information

These programs are a partnership between Macon County Public Health & Angel Medical Center.

For additional information contact Angel Medical Center at 828-524-8411

Darryl Worley Concert
Date(s): Sep 28, 2012
When: 7:30 pm
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

With his debut, "Hard Rain Don't Last," and its hit singles, "When You Need My Love," A Good Day to Run,"  and "Second Wind," Darryl Worley kicked off a career with twenty hit singles and counting.  Along the way, he has earned nominations for five major ACM and CMA Awards, including Song of the Year and Single of the Year.  Through it all, his ability to draw on real life to make deeply moving music has made him one of country's most passionately appreciated artists.

Tickets:  $22 - $25
For tickets and information contact 828-524-1598 or visit www.greatmountainmusic.com

Family Fun Day at The Factory
Date(s): Sep 29, 2012
When: 10 am - 4pm
Where: The Factory

Bounce Houses, Inflatable Tropical Slide, 52 foot Obstacle Course & Fun Games!

10am - 12 noon:  Face Painting
11am - 1pm:       Magic Tricks & Balloon Art Featuring Professor Whizzpop
12 noon - 2pm:    Pony Rides
12 noon - 2pm:    Exotic Petting Zoo - featuring Madagascar Friends
2pm - 3pm:         Magic Shop in Depot Room 

For additional information contact The Factory at 828-349-8888.

 

Laugh for Life!
Date(s): Sep 29, 2012
When: 7:00 pm
Where: Sylva First United Methodist Church - 77 Jackson Street Sylva NC

$10 advanced tickets; $15 at the door; 12 & under $5.

Entertainment of comedic proportions interspered with a personal testimony of Michael's faith in Christ.  "Voices That Change" is a blend of nostalgia mixed with Biblical thoughts and concepts.  Guaranteed to be a night of remember!

Family Fun to benefit the Smoky Mountain Pregnancy Care Center.

Sundays On The Square
Date(s): Sep 30, 2012
When: 4:00 pm
Where: Franklin Town Square

"Hymns We Know By Heart"  Sacred Music sing-along with keyboardist Lionel Caynon.  Sponsored by The Arts Council, 524-7683.  www.artscouncilofmacon.org