October
2007 recommended events
95TH ANNUAL CHEROKEE INDIAN FAIR: 2-6 October 2007. Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds in Cherokee, NC. This nearly century-old October celebration includes artwork, crafts, agricultural items and traditional food items made by local artisans. Vendors from throughout the region paticipate in craft sales, and top entertainment complements the visual feast. For more information, contact Loretta Kirby at 828.497.8128.
COLORS OF FALL GUIDED CANOE TRIP: 3, 6, 13, 20 & 27 October. This 3-hour guided canoe trip by Headwaters Outfitters will take you down the French Broad River valley with the explosion of fall color for your viewing pleasure! For registration visit http://www.headwatersoutfitters.com/ColorsoftheFall.htm.
FARM CITY DAY: 6 October 2007. Jackson Park in Hendersonville, NC. Modern & antique farm equipment, old timey demonstrations & displays, live entertainment, crafts, competitions, children's games, tractor pull, food & more. 10am-4pm, free family fun. 828.697.4884
FOREST FESTIVAL DAY and INTERCOLLEGIATE WOODSMEN'S MEET: 6 October 2007. Cradle of Forestry. More than 50 traditional craftsmen, exhibitors and entertainers gather at the Cradle of Forestry to celebrate our forests and forest heritage. Highlights include: traditional mountain music, wood carvers, weavers, a quilter, a potter, blacksmith, a toy maker, and a Woodsmen's Meet--an old-time lumberjack competition. Visit www.cradleofforestry.org for more information.
YAPPY HOUR: 11 October 2007. Earthfare (Westgate Shopping Center) in Asheville, NC. Yappy Hour is a happy hour for dogs and their people. Dogs from all over come to partake of doggie daiquiris and mucnh on arf d'oevres, this year provided by Bonafide Bakery and Three Dog Bakery. 6-8pm.
Lake Eden Arts Festival (LEAF): 19-21 October 2007. Camp Rockmont in Black Mountain, NC. Worlds of music opportunities from across the globe. Dance, arts, crafts, healing arts. Visit www.theleaf.com for more information.
"COLOR ME CURIOUS" GUIDED HIKE: 13 October 2007. Chimney Rock Park. 9–10:30am. How and why do leaves change color? What colors are particular to which trees? These and other fall color questions are explored in this woodland walk. Don't forget your comfortable walking shoes. $20 includes adult Park admission, $10 for ages 6-15; $5 for Annual Passholders, $3 for Grady's Kids Club Members. Recommended for all ages 15+. only walking shoes and non-stuffy noses required. Call 800.277.9611 to register and reserve your spot.
"FALL MIGRATION" GUIDED BIRD WALK: 14 October 2007. Chimney Rock Park. The 2007 "Simon Says" Series of Guided Bird Walks continues. This weekend is usually the peak of the Broad-winged Hawk migration. Hickory Nut Gorge is the annual stop-over for many winged visitors making their way south. Mixed flocks of tanagers, warblers and vireos move through the Gorge on their journey south. $19 includes adult Park admission, $8 for ages 6-15; $3 for Annual Passholders, free for Grady's Kids Club Members. Order an optional Hiker's Lunch for $8.95. Call 800.277.9611 to register and reserve your spot.
THE LEGEND OF TOMMY HODGES: 19-27 October 2007. Cradle of Forestry. The Mystery that ages over time becomes a legend, and a legend grows in the telling... It was Halloween night in 1906 when one of the students from the Biltmore Forest School disappeared. His name was Tommy Hodges. The man with the gun was Old Man Lindsey... The Cradle of Forestry historic site will put on this outdoor drama about the first forestry school in America on October 19, 20, 26, and 27 with shows at 6:30 p.m., 7:45 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Reservations are required as space for each show is limited. Please make your reservations by calling the Cradle of Forestry at 828.877.3130.
TOUR DE FALLS: 20-21 October 2007. DuPont State Forest, 9:00AM-4:00PM, buses will be available at the Buck Forest Access Area on DuPont/Staton Rd. to take visitors to High Falls, Triple Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Lake Julia, donation of $10 per person, sponsored by Friends of DuPont Forest of Hendersonville, NC 828-884-2006 or 828.692.2929
COLONIAL ERA TEA PARTY: 27 October 2007. Smith-McDowell House in Asheville, NC. Dress code will be "Sunday Best" dressy. Children will learn about life during the colonial era. The craft will be making a traditional colonial craft. For additional information call 828.253.9231 or visit www.wnchistory.org.
HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL: Fletcher, NC. 3:00PM-5:00PM. Family fun with an air bounce, games, arts & crafts, and costume contest. 828.687.0751.
TRICK-OR-TREAT STREET: 31 October 2007. Downtown Hendersonville, NC. 4:30PM-7:30PM. Costume contest, treats & entertainment. 828.697.2022.