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Date	Title	Location
September 4th thru October 5th	Art In The Park	American Legion Grounds
A Series of Juried Arts and Craft Shows In Downtown Blowing Rock! The event will be held on Saturdays 10:00am-5:00pm. For More Information visit www.blowingrock.com
September 4th thru December 31st	Watauga Community Band	Rosen Concert Hall
IS THAT NOISE YOU HEAR FROM YOUR CLOSET THE HORN YOU PLAYED IN SCHOOL CALLING TO YOU? DID YOU KNOW THAT PLAYING MUSIC IS THE BEST MENTAL EXERCISE YOU CAN GET? EVEN IF IT HAS BEEN YEARS SINCE YOU PLAYED, THERE'S A SEAT FOR YOU IN THE WATAUGA COMMUNITY BAND. WE PRACTICE TUESDAY NIGHTS, 7PM AT THE MAIN REHEARSAL ROOM BEHIND ROSEN CONCERT HALL--JUST LISTEN FOR THE NOISE. AND ASU STUDENTS CAN GET CREDIT--AND AN 'A'--FOR PARTICIPATION. SO RELEASE THAT HORN FROM THE CLOSET AND COME TO THE REHEARSALS TUESDAY NIGHTS AT 7 Spencer Rehearsal Hall, Broyhill Music Building, ASU. WE EVEN HAVE A SUMMER PROGRAM OF TRAVELING CONCERTS, SO JOIN US--THE WATAUGA COMMUNITY BAND.
September 4th thru December 31st	Police Explorer's Meeting	Watauga County Sheriff's Dept.
The Police Explorer's meet every Monday at the Sheriff's Department from 6:30-8:30pm. Please call the Sheriff's Dept. @ 828-264-3761 for more information.
September 4th thru December 29th	High Country Classics Car Club	Poplar Grove Baptist Church
The regular monthly meeting of the High Country Classics Car Club is held the first Monday of every month at 7:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall of Poplar Grove Baptist Church. This club is open to anyone who owns a classic car or truck and those who have an interest in the preservation of these vehicles. Call Roger Dalton, President @ 265-2794. Everyone is invited to attend.
September 4th thru March 8th	Beekeepers YahooGroup Formed	General
Beekeepers and beekeeper wannabee's. Join the newly formed yahoo group just for beekeepers in Watauga and the surrounding area. Send and receive messages of interest to keep our pollinators pollinating and honey doers doing. Send an email to Watauga_Beekeepers-subscribe@yahoogroups.com. Or email rstidyman@yahoo.com.
September 4th thru January 1st	Recycle your yogurt containers	Harris Teeter - Shoppes at Shadowline
Recycle your Stoneyfield Farms, Dannon and Brown Cow yogurt containers and benefit the Children’s Playhouse. Bring your CLEAN 6oz and 32oz containers to the Boone Earthfare,Bare Essentials, Harris Teeter or the Children’s Playhouse in order to participate. For more information contact the Children’s Playhouse at 828-263-0011.
September 4th thru December 31st	Friends of Watauga County Library Seek Your Donations	General
Spring Cleaning Time--Have you been meaning to take that box of books to the Watauga County Library? The Friends of the Library need your donations of books and tapes, cds and dvds for their ongoing sales in the library and to build up a supply for the next big sale. Your donations will be accepted during library hours, Monday-Thursday 9-7 and Fri and Sat 9-5.
September 4th thru December 31st	Helping Hands Service	Freedom Farm Ministries
FREEDOM FARMS MINISTRIES OFFERS HELP TO FOLKS WHO NEED HOUSEHOLD CHORES WITH THEIR “HELPING HANDS” SERVICE. THEY HAVE HELPERS TO HELP YOU WITH REMODELING, YARD WORK, TRASH REMOVAL—FROM LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT TO PAINTING—LET THE “HELPING HANDS” OF FREEDOM FARM MINISTRIES HELP AROUND YOUR HOME. FOR HELP, CALL 828-964-2914.
September 4th thru December 31st	Let's Dance !	Northwestern Studios
Come join beginning Social/Ballroom dance classes held year 'round Mondays at 8pm at Northwestern Studios in Boone (located above the Oil Exchange on Highway 105 across from Bandana's Restaurant). A new dance is taught each month: in August we're teaching Cha-Cha and in September we'll begin Foxtrot. Classes are also held in Rhumba, Waltz, Swing and Tango. You can also enjoy a 2 hour Dance Social held the first Saturday of each month at 8pm for just $5 per person; Everyone is welcome. For more information call (336)877-4979.
September 4th thru November 14th	Yoga Classes scheduled at Senior Centers	Western Watauga Community Center
Yoga Classes scheduled at Senior Centers The registration schedule for Yoga classes to be offered at the Western Watauga Senior Center is: Deadline to pay is 4pm Thursday, September 4. Class will begin at 12noon on Friday, September 5. The registration schedule for Yoga classes to be offered at the Lois E. Harrill Center is: Deadline to pay 5pm Monday, September 8. Class will begin at 6:15pm on Tuesday, September 9. Pre registration with a payment of $60.00 for the 12-week session is required. Classes meet for one hour and are instructed by Akal Dev Sharonne. Call the senior centers with any questions. Harrill Senior Center 265-8090 Western Watauga Senior Center 297-5195
September 4th thru December 31st	New Sunday Worship Schedule First Baptist Church of Boone	First Baptist Church of Boone
New Sunday Worship Schedule First Baptist Church of Boone 8:45 am - Traditional 10:00 am - Sunday School 11:15 am - Contemporary
September 4th thru November 20th	Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University classes	Alliance Bible Fellowship
Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University classes Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University classes begin Thursday evening September 4th at Alliance Bible Fellowship on Highway 105 bypass, Boone, NC. Attend a preview class this Thursday night August 28, 2008 at 7:00 PM at Alliance Bible Fellowship in The Commons. Dave teaches how to save money, live on a budget, communicate about money, eliminate debt, find bargains, and experience the joy of giving. Proven Success: Over 500,000 families nation wide have completed FPU. On average, they pay off $5,300 in debt and save $2,700 in just 13 weeks. That’s an $8,000 change in position in just 91 days! Is this just another boring financial program? No! Financial Peace University consists of a 13-week video curriculum taught by financial expert Dave Ramsey that incorporates small-group discussions to encourage accountability. For more information and to register for the classes, check ...[striped]
September 4th thru December 31st	Make a Difference, Green Your Business	General
The Watauga Green Business Plan – a voluntary, market-driven program that educates, certifies, and recognizes businesses that have made a commitment to reduce their environmental impact and help build a sustainable community-- is now recruiting and certifying new program participants. For more information and learn how to certify your business visit: www.greenbusinessplan.com.
September 4th thru September 15th	Animal Control Repairs!	Animal Control County Facility
On Friday, Sept 5th, Animal Care and Control will begin some much needed renovation. The walls in the kennels are peeling and at least three different colors of epoxy sealant type paint are exposed. The chipped paint can be a holding area for disease and must be reconditioned. In order to repair this, not only will the kennels have to be pressure washed, but will also require the use of muriatic acid, a very powerful chemical. This chemical is used to strip the existing paint to prevent further flaking and to ensure proper coating of the cement by the new epoxy layer. Due to the strong fumes generated by these materials (and the need to have empty kennels for the cleaning, application, drying and curing processes of the epoxy). ***The shelter will have to close for 9 days. During this time all of the existing animals will require temporary housing. ***If you would be willing to keep an animal safe at your home, please contact or visit Watauga County Animal Care and Control for more information. The shelter is located at the end of Landfill Road (past the waste and recycling convenience center) behind University Nissan on Hwy 421. Shelter hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (closed from 11:30-12:30 for lunch). The phone number is 828-262-1672.
September 4th thru September 11th	"All You Can Eat" Fish &Fixings Meal	American Legion Building
MAKE YOUR PLANS!!! The Watauga American Legion Post # 130 located at 135 Bear Trail Boone NC will have an "All You Can Eat" Fish & Fixings Meal Thursday, September 11, 2008 from 4:00 P. M to 7:00 P. M. Cost $ 7.00 per Person. Menu: Fish, Catfish Nuggets, Beans, Baked Potato or French Fries, Slaw, Onions Coffee, Tea, Drinks Dessert Please Call 262-1060 Take-Outs Available Thank You for Your Support!
September 4th thru October 1st	High Country Hospice seeking donations for Bazaar	Boone Area
High Country Hospice is holding a bazaar October 11 to raise money for patient care. For pickup of items please call Janet Trivett at 828-265-3926 or drop off items at the Hospice office at 136 Furman Road, Suite 4, Boone M-F 8-5. A receipt for tax deduction will be provided. All proceeds will benefit High Country Health Care Hospice.
September 5th thru September 8th	Another AARP Driver Safety Class Offered for Older Adults	Watauga County Law Enforcement Center
The nation’s first and largest driver safety classroom refresher course geared especially to older adults driver safety needs will be offered, for a nominal fee, on Friday and Monday September 5th and 8th from 8:30 am -12:30 pm. Classes will be held at the Watauga County Law Enforcement Center located at 184 Hodges Gap Rd., Boone, NC. The instructor will be Kathy Powell. The cost of the program is $10 per person and will offer information on: How to compensate for changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time; What to do if confronted by an aggressive driver; When to use a car phone; How medications may affect driving; and much more valuable information. Auto insurance discounts may be available for participation in this course (ask your auto insurance agent). Call the Center at 265-8090 for more information, or to reserve a seat.
September 9th thru September 9th	The Daniel Boone Chapter National Society Daughters	Golden Coral Restaurant
The Daniel Bonne Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will meet at noon on Tuesday, Sept., 09, 2008 at the Golden Coral Restaurant. For more information please call 264-5815.
September 10th thru September 10th	High Country Newcomers Club Fall Festival	Echota Clubhouse
On Wednesday, September 10, the High Country Newcomers Club will celebrate a FALL FESTIVAL from 5:30 PM-8:30 PM at Echota Clubhouse in Foscoe (7 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105). High Country Newcomers Club will provide drink, dinnerware and music for dancing. Each guest is asked to bring either a hot or cold hors d'oeuvre or a dessert. For more into, RSVP to Gail 264-1943 by September 3. A slate of 2009 officers will be announced at the Festival.
September 10th thru September 19th	Free Advance Directives Workshop Offered	Lois E. Harrill Senior Center
Free Advance Directives Workshop Offered at Harrill Senior Center Tate Davis, Attorney from Legal Services of N.C. will be at the Harrill Center for a two day workshop to assist persons aged sixty and older with the preparation of Living Wills and Health Care Power of Attorney. On Wednesday, September 10 at 10:30am there will be a discussion about Advance Directives and documents will be distributed. Participants will be instructed to take them home to discuss and complete with family members. On Friday, September 19 at 10:30am he will return to execute and notarize the legal documents. This is an important issue- Make plans to attend. Call the senior center at 265-8090 with any questions.
September 12th thru September 12th	Fish Fry/Grilled Chicken Dinner	Howard's Creek Baptist Church
Howard's Creek Baptist Church will be hosting a Fish Fry and Grilled Chicken Dinner on Friday- September 12 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Meal includes Fish/Grilled Chicken, baked potato, slaw, hush puppies, drink and dessert. All donations will benefit the Christian Outreach Center. For further information or directions please call 828-264-1908.
September 13th thru September 13th	The Blue Ridge Equestrian	Blowing Rock Equestrian Preserve
The Blue Ridge Equestrian 4-h and the ASU Equestrian Team are co-hosting their 4^th annual horse show at the Blowing Rock Equestrain Preserve, September 13, 2008. For more information contact www.blueridge4h.org or email blueridge4h@hotmail.com.
September 14th thru September 14th	Open House at Celtic Unicorn Stables	General
Open House at Celtic Unicorn Stables! Come check out the indoor riding arena, meet the instructors and horses, and learn about upcoming clinics and events. Friendly atmosphere, all levels welcome.
September 17th thru September 17th	Free Nonprofit Seminar on “Building Donor Relationships”	Watauga County Library
Free Nonprofit Seminar on “Building Donor Relationships” Today’s economy more than ever requires nonprofit organizations to build a stronger relationship with their donor base. Watauga County Library and DonorExpress Software (a local nonprofit software company)are excited to be offering a free Wednesday Morning Learning Seminar on Building Donor Relationships. This seminar will focus on how to increase donor contributions through better communication with existing supporters. The goal of this seminar is to remind nonprofit directors and development people of the possible missed financial opportunity that is waiting to be tapped. The seminar will be on Wednesday September 17^th from 9:00 – 12:00 AM at the Watauga County Public Library. Please contact the Watauga County Public Library at 828-264-8784 to pre-register for this event.
September 18th thru September 25th	Watauga Arts Council Free Workshops for Artists	Jones House Community & Cultural Center
Watauga Arts Council is offering two free workshops on Thursday, Sept. 18^th and 25^th from 9 a.m. – noon at the downtown Boone Jones House Community Center. The workshops will instruct artists in establishing a small business to sell their art – to include promotion, website set up, pricing, and marketing. To sign up call 828 264 1789 or e mail jenny@watauga-arts.org .
October 2nd thru October 2nd	Annual Hospice Telethon	Boone Area
The Annual Hospice Telethon will take place October 2nd from 6-9pm on MTN Television and 102.3 FM WECR. Watch local entertainment from ballerinas to storytellers and learn about Hospice. All proceeds will benefit High Country Health Care Hospice. For more information call Candice Cook at 828-265-9443.
October 11th thru October 11th	High Country Hospice Bazaar	Boone Area
The Bazaar will take place October 11th from 7 until ? at Wildcat Flea Market. For pickup of items please call Janet Trivett at 828-265-3926 or drop off items at the Hospice office at 136 Furman Road, Suite 4, Boone. All proceeds will benefit High Country Health Care Hospice.
October 17th thru October 18th	Watauga High School Class of 1998 10 year reunion	Watauga High School
WHS Class of '98 10-Year Reunion: October 17th-18th 2008. October 17th, Tailgate Picnic followed by WHS Homecoming Football Game October 18th, Reunion Party! Highland Grounds Restaurant (the old Tijuana Fats in Blowing Rock) You can get more details at www.whsclassof98.com
October 24th thru October 24th	Raffle	Avery County Rescue Squad
Avery County Vol.Rescue Squad is having a raffle. prizes are a Marlin .30-.30 rifle, Ruger 10/22 .22cal rifle, $200 gift certificate to Wal-mart, $200 gift certificate to Wal-mart. with each ticket you get four chances to win. Tickets are 1 for $10.00 or 3 for $25.00. Drawing will be October 24, 2008. Do not have to be present to win. Any information call 828-733-2607. All donations are tax deductable.
September 14th thru September 19th	2nd Annual "Preaching By the Parkway" Camp Meeting	Calvary Freewill Baptist Church
Just across from the Raccoon Holler Campground and the Blue Ridge Parkway, the 2nd Annual “Preaching By the Parkway” Camp Meeting will kick-off on Sunday, September 14 at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church in beautiful Glendale Springs. Enjoy the splendor of the Blue Ridge Mountains by day and then prepare to be touched by God through the anointed singing and preaching of His Word. Camp Meeting begins at 10:00 a.m. Sunday morning with an unforgettable bluegrass gospel performance by the legendary J.B. and Barbara Spencer of Mansfield, Ohio. If you are longing for that days-gone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invitation to be our honored guest. Mention the camp meeting when calling the Nation’s Inn in West Jefferson and receive discounted accommodations. For questions and/or directions, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. Don’t miss this life changing event! www.calvaryfwbc.org