First Peak of the Blue Ridge Events Feed

US Pony Club Combined Training Rally

info@fence.org (FENCE - Foothills Equestrian Nature Center) — Sun, 11 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 11, 2008
Time: 8:00 a.m.
Young riders from all over the southeast test their skills in dressage, stadium jumping and cross-country riding. Free admission. Spectators welcome.

BRHJA Horse Show at Harmon Field

Harmon Field — Sun, 11 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 11, 2008
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Watch as horses and riders perform with skill and grace. Free admission.

Color Your World with Spring Annuals

info@fence.org (FENCE - Foothills Equestrian Nature Center) — Mon, 12 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 12, 2008
Time: 10:00 am
This event is part of a wonderful series of Gardening Seminars at FENCE (Foothills Equestrian Nature Center). Come join us to have fun and get inspired to expand the beauty of your own garden. For more information contact FENCE at 828-859-9021

Wine Tasting at The Purple Onion

susan@purpleonionsaluda.com (The Purple Onion - Casual Dining) — Wed, 14 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 14, 2008
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Call for details.

BMW Charity Pro Am at Bright's Creek Golf Club

Bright's Creek Golf Club — Thu, 15 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 15, 2008
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Bright's Creek Golf Club, located just outside Tryon, N.C. in Mill Spring, is the third host course of the 2008 BMW Charity Pro-Am golf tournament. This event is an exciting charity-raising tournament that attracts world-class celebrities from around the world. For more information on the BMW Charity Pro-Am golf tournament call (864) 297-1660 or visit the tournament's website at http://www.bmwcharitygolf.com.

Aaron Burdett at The Purple Onion

susan@purpleonionsaluda.com (The Purple Onion - Casual Dining) — Thu, 15 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 15, 2008
Time: 7:30 pm
Join us for a wonderful evening with our own local singer/songwriter and guitar virtuoso. Aaron's music is a soothing blend of traditional acoustic artistry and modern creative vision. Visit on-line at http://www.aaronburdett.com

TLT Performance-You Can't Take it With You

Tryon Fine Arts Center — Thu, 15 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 15, 2008
Time: 8 pm
Another great Moss Hart/George Kaufman comedy. Frances McCain directs. She directed scenes from the play to sold out audiences at the Upstairs Gallery February 2007 and decided to revive the entire comedy to close our season. Performances at The Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Ave., Tryon, NC. Call 828-859-8322 for ticket information.

BMW Charity Pro Am at Bright's Creek Golf Club

Bright's Creek Golf Club — Fri, 16 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 16, 2008
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Bright's Creek Golf Club, located just outside Tryon, N.C. in Mill Spring, is the third host course of the 2008 BMW Charity Pro-Am golf tournament. This event is an exciting charity-raising tournament that attracts world-class celebrities from around the world. For more information on the BMW Charity Pro-Am golf tournament call (864) 297-1660 or visit the tournament's website at http://www.bmwcharitygolf.com.

TLT Performance-You Can't Take it With You

Tryon Fine Arts Center — Fri, 16 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 16, 2008
Time: 8 pm
Another great Moss Hart/George Kaufman comedy. Frances McCain directs. She directed scenes from the play to sold out audiences at the Upstairs Gallery February 2007 and decided to revive the entire comedy to close our season. Performances at The Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Ave., Tryon, NC. Call 828-859-8322 for ticket information.

BMW Charity Pro Am at Bright's Creek Golf Club

Bright's Creek Golf Club — Sat, 17 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 17, 2008
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Bright's Creek Golf Club, located just outside Tryon, N.C. in Mill Spring, is the third host course of the 2008 BMW Charity Pro-Am golf tournament. This event is an exciting charity-raising tournament that attracts world-class celebrities from around the world. For more information on the BMW Charity Pro-Am golf tournament call (864) 297-1660 or visit the tournament's website at http://www.bmwcharitygolf.com.

5th Annual Saluda Arts & Music Festival

The Town of Saluda — Sat, 17 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 17, 2008
Time: 10:00 a.m.
The town of Saluda celebrates the talent of more than 50 local artists and craftspeople from Western North Carolina and the Upstate of South Carolina.

Fresh Foods at The Polk Tailgate Market

The Town of Columbus — Sat, 17 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 17, 2008
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Come to Courthouse Street in downtown Columbus and buy wonderful fresh fruit, vegetables, baked goods, jellies, jams, flowers, plants, arts and crafts all produced locally.

Michael Reno Harrell at The Purple Onion

susan@purpleonionsaluda.com (The Purple Onion - Casual Dining) — Sat, 17 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 17, 2008
Time: 8:00 pm
It is like having a family reunion when Michael is here.� You are guaranteed a good time, so come join us. Visit Micheal's website at http://www.michaelreno.com

TLT Performance-You Can't Take it With You

Tryon Fine Arts Center — Sat, 17 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 17, 2008
Time: 3 pm
Another great Moss Hart/George Kaufman comedy. Frances McCain directs. She directed scenes from the play to sold out audiences at the Upstairs Gallery February 2007 and decided to revive the entire comedy to close our season. Performances at The Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Ave., Tryon, NC. Call 828-859-8322 for ticket information.

FRC Schooling Horse Trials

info@fence.org (FENCE - Foothills Equestrian Nature Center) — Sun, 18 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 18, 2008
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Horse show. Spectators welcome. For more information contact FENCE (Foothills Equestrian Nature Center) 828-859-9021.

Foothills Riding Club Schooling Horse Trials

info@fence.org (FENCE - Foothills Equestrian Nature Center) — Sun, 18 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 18, 2008
Time: 8:00 a.m.
Dressage and stadium. Free admission.

Family Concert at FENCE

info@fence.org (FENCE - Foothills Equestrian Nature Center) — Sun, 18 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 18, 2008
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Free family concert in the Great Room at FENCE

Garry Segal at The Purple Onion

susan@purpleonionsaluda.com (The Purple Onion - Casual Dining) — Thu, 22 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 22, 2008
Time: 7:30 pm
Garry is based in Asheville. He plays a mix of traditional and original country, bluegrass and blues. His harmonica playing will move you, so come and join us when he performs.

Family Festival to Benefit Stoney Knoll Library

Stearns Park — Fri, 23 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 23, 2008
Time: 3 pm to 10 pm
Come out and join us for family fun at Stearns Park in downtown Columbus beginning 3 pm Friday and all day Saturday. Rides, games, music, funnel cakes, hot dogs, BBQ hash and more. Live music in the evening. This event is a benefit to raise funds for the Stoney Knoll Community Library. For more information contact Ricky Cummings at (864) 205-6893.

Columbus Summer Concert Series at Veteran's Park

Veteran's Park — Sat, 24 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 24, 2008
Time: 8:00 pm
Internationally acclaimed bluesman and storyteller Roy Bookbinder returns to Polk County for a great evening of ragtime, blues and tales from the road.

Sponsored by THE COLUMBUS MERCHANT'S ASSOCIATION, and THE TOWN OF COLUMBUS. Donations are accepted.

Progressive Show Jumping at FENCE

info@fence.org (FENCE - Foothills Equestrian Nature Center) — Sat, 24 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 24, 2008
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Wonderful horse show. Spectators welcome. For more information contact FENCE (Foothills Equestrian Nature Center) 828-859-9021.

Fresh Foods at The Polk Tailgate Market

The Town of Columbus — Sat, 24 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 24, 2008
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Come to Courthouse Street in downtown Columbus and buy wonderful fresh fruit, vegetables, baked goods, jellies, jams, flowers, plants, arts and crafts all produced locally.

Jon Shain Performs at The Purple Onion

susan@purpleonionsaluda.com (The Purple Onion - Casual Dining) — Sat, 24 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 24, 2008
Time: 8:00 pm
Americana singer/songwriter and blues guitarist from Durham returns. You won't be disappointed. Visit John's website http://www.jonshain.com

Family Festival to Benefit Stoney Knoll Library

Stearns Park — Sat, 24 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 24, 2008
Time: 10 am to 10 pm
Come out and join us for family fun at Stearns Park in downtown Columbus beginning 3 pm Friday and all day Saturday. Rides, games, music, funnel cakes, hot dogs, BBQ hash and more. Live music in the evening. This event is a benefit to raise funds for the Stoney Knoll Community Library. For more information contact Ricky Cummings at (864) 205-6893.

Progressive Show Jumping at FENCE

info@fence.org (FENCE - Foothills Equestrian Nature Center) — Sun, 25 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 25, 2008
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Wonderful horse show. Spectators welcome. For more information contact FENCE (Foothills Equestrian Nature Center) 828-859-9021.

The Armchair Traveler

info@fence.org (FENCE - Foothills Equestrian Nature Center) — Sun, 25 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 25, 2008
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Join us as we explore the world through travel. Refreshments served. Admission is free. Destination for discussion to be announced.

Bruce Piephoff at The Purple Onion

susan@purpleonionsaluda.com (The Purple Onion - Casual Dining) — Thu, 29 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 29, 2008
Time: 7:30 pm
Bruce plays his own original music, a rich blend of folk/blues. Wanna know more about him? Go to http://www.brucepiephoff.com

Edible Plants Workshop at Earth School

info@lovetheearth.com (Earth School-Nature Awareness and Self-Reliance) — Sat, 31 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 31, 2008
Time: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Come experience the World of Wild Edible Plants. Participants will learn to properly identify, prepare and use a variety of Wild Edibles.

Fresh Foods at The Polk Tailgate Market

The Town of Columbus — Sat, 31 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 31, 2008
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Come to Courthouse Street in downtown Columbus and buy wonderful fresh fruit, vegetables, baked goods, jellies, jams, flowers, plants, arts and crafts all produced locally.

Blue Line Highway at The Purple Onion

susan@purpleonionsaluda.com (The Purple Onion - Casual Dining) — Sat, 31 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: May 31, 2008
Time: 8:00 pm
One of our favorite �new� bands is back from their successful debut here last year. Check them out on-line at http://www.bluelinehighway.com��

Fresh Foods at The Polk Tailgate Market

The Town of Columbus — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: June 7, 2008
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Come to Courthouse Street in downtown Columbus and buy wonderful fresh fruit, vegetables, baked goods, jellies, jams, flowers, plants, arts and crafts all produced locally.

Horse Show Ventures

info@fence.org (FENCE - Foothills Equestrian Nature Center) — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: June 7, 2008
Time: 8:00 a.m.
Hunter/jumper show. Free admission.

Horse Show Ventures

info@fence.org (FENCE - Foothills Equestrian Nature Center) — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: June 8, 2008
Time: 8:00 a.m.
Hunter/jumper show. Free admission.

A Guided Tour of Hatcher Gardens

info@fence.org (FENCE - Foothills Equestrian Nature Center) — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Date: June 9, 2008
Time: 10:00 am
This event is part of a wonderful series of Gardening Seminars at FENCE (Foothills Equestrian Nature Center). Come join us to have fun and get inspired to expand the beauty of your own garden. For more information contact FENCE at 828-859-9021