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UPCOMING EVENTS IN FRANKLIN, NC
Rusty Wagon Furniture Sale
Date(s): Jun 25, 2012 - Jul 08, 2012
Where: Rusty Wagon in the Whistlestop Mall
All furniture pieces 20% - 50% off! Sale begin June 25 and ends July 8. Voices of Lee
Date(s): Jul 01, 2012
When: 2:30 pm
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
Tickets $12 Since their debut in September '94, their intense musical focus has captivated audiences worldwide. From Lee University in Cleveland, TN and directed by Danny Murray, this fourteen-member group is characterized by their unique variety of lush vocal harmonies. The Voices of Lee have appeared on "Good Morning America" as well as Christmas at the White House. Most recently, they have appeared on NBC's Sing-Off competition. 4th of July Parade
Date(s): Jul 04, 2012
When: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Where: Downtown Franklin
In Historic Downtown Franklin 9:30 am - Parade Lineup (Lower Town Hall Parking Lot) 4th of July Fireworks in the Park
Date(s): Jul 04, 2012
When: 3 pm - dark
Where: Macon County Veteran's Memorial Recreational Park
WNC Largest Fireworks display. Contests, Food, Great Entertainment! Entertainment Schedule: Stars & Stripes Forever starring Linda Gentille and the American Big Band
Date(s): Jul 04, 2012
When: 2:30 pm
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
STARS & STRIPES starring Linda Gentille and the American Big Band is a tribute to the great classic composers of the 20th century and includes music from George Gershwin, John Philip Sousa, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Stephen Foster and Anna Louise Deal. One of the most popular parts of this musical spectacular is Gentille's patriotic tribute to Veterans of the Armed Forces. A fantastic show to celebrate the 4th of July with the whole family! Tickets: $13 - $16. For more information or tickets contact 828-524-1598 or visit www.greatmountainmusic.com Lee County Florida Day
Date(s): Jul 07, 2012
When: 10am - 4pm
Where: Large Pavilion at Recreation Park
Contact Dot Kuesel at 239-470-1761. America
Date(s): Jul 07, 2012
When: 7:30 pm
Where: Sm
Tickets $27 - $33 America, a folk rock band, became a musical sensation in the early 1970's, scoring #1 hits and winning a Grammy for best new musical artist. Their recording success has stretched throughout the decades and into the millennium influencing an entirely new generation to the band's best known songs such as "A Horse with No Name", "Sister Golden Hair" (both of which reached #1), "Ventura Highway", "Tin Man", "Daisy Jane", and "Lonely People". Sweet Corn Festival
Date(s): Jul 07, 2012
When: 10am - 3pm
Where: St. Cyprian's Church - 216 Roller Mill Road
Free admission, lots of great food, hours of wonderful entertainment, handmade arts & crafts, fun & games for children, face painting, best silent auction ever and lots of sweet corn! Come join the fun! Proceeds benefit All Saints Episcopal & CareNet. Diabetes Management Class
Date(s): Jul 10, 2012
When: 10 am to 2pm
Where: Cardiac Rehab Department at Angel Medical Center
This two day diabetes management class will continue on Thursday, July 12. The class includes information on meal planning, medication usage, sick day care, stress management, and other topics related to managing your diabetes. The class is led by AMC Certified Diabetes Educators. Pre-registration is required by calling Barbara Hall at 369-4166. The class is covered by most insurance companies. Social Media Sites for Your Business or Organization
Date(s): Jul 10, 2012
When: 9am - Noon
How can Facebook benefit your business or organization? How to get a facebook page and twitter account started. How to setup events, create posts and post photos using Facebook. How you can take advantage of Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest and FourSquare for your business and organization. Pre-registration required. Class cost $25. For more information or to register contact Lee Cloer at 877-601-3638 Google Analytics: The Basics of Getting Started
Date(s): Jul 10, 2012
When: 1pm - 3pm
How many visitors are coming to your website? Where did they come from? How long do they stay? Do they look around or leave on the first page? How did they find your website in the first place? How to get started with Google Analytics, understand the basics and how it can help your small business. Pre-registration required. Class cost $25. For additional information or to register contact Lee Cloer at 877-601-3638 Jason Crabb
Date(s): Jul 13, 2012
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
Tickets $16 - $20 With a soulful, unforgettable voice, Jason Crabb always knew he was born to sing. After hitting the road with his family at age 14, he has performed at Carnegie Hall, become a fan-favorite at the Grand Ole Opry and has appeared regularly on the Gaither Homecoming Series videos. Known for songs such as "Somebody Like Me" and "Through the Fire," there's no doubt that Jason Crabb is one of the finest voices of his generation. Certainly one of the most acclaimed voices in all of Gospel music. Clay Rattle Workshop for Children at Uptown Gallery
Date(s): Jul 13, 2012
When: 9:30 am - 12 Noon
Where: Uptown Gallery - 30 E Main Street, Franklin
A second workshop on July 21 is scheduled for students to paint their clay rattle. 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. StreetFest 2012
Date(s): Jul 13, 2012
When: 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Where: Downtown Franklin
So far on tap is music, some fun street performances and an "after hours" outdoor movie! For additional information contact 524-8662 "The Miss Firecracker Contest" Play
Date(s): Jul 13, 2012 - Jul 14, 2012
When: 7 pm
Where: Dillard Playhouse
Located in the Old Dillard School at 892 Franklin Street next to the Dillard House. Tickets $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12. Tickets available at the Franklin Chamber of Commerce. Gold City
Date(s): Jul 14, 2012
When: 7:30 pm
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
Tickets: $12 - $15 "The Miss Firecracker Contest" Play
Date(s): Jul 15, 2012
When: 2 pm
Where: Dillard Playhouse
Located in the Old Dillard School next to the Dillard House Restaurant. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12. Tickets available at the Franklin Chamber of Commerce. Do It Yourself Website Class
Date(s): Jul 17, 2012
When: 1pm - 4pm
This "hands-on" three hour instructional class will show you how to create, update and manage your website using SiteDart Hosting's Sitebuilder. This is great for snall businesses, churches, organizations or for a personal website like weddings. NO programming required. Pre-registration required. Class cost $25. For more information or to register contact Lee Cloer at 877-601-3638
7th Annual Franklin Folk Festival
Date(s): Jul 20, 2012 - Jul 21, 2012
Where: Downtown Franklin
A celebration of Appalachian heritage in Downtown Franklin. Over 40 living exhibits of authentic mountain living, food, entertainment and more. Call 828-369-7411 for details. Sponsored by Macon County Folk Heritage Association. Gibson Brothers - Bluegrass
Date(s): Jul 20, 2012
When: 7:30 pm
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
Tickets $15 The Gibson Brothers-Eric and Leigh-are widely recognized as the finest brother duet in bluegrass music today. Specializing mostly in original compositions, the brothers musical messages often harkens back to the days of growing up on a farm in upstate New York and the tight bond of a hard working family. Such songs as "Help My Brother", "Walking West to Memphis" and "He Can Be Found in a Mother's Smile" helped make the Gibson Brothers 2012 IBMA Award Winners. "The Miss Firecracker Contest" Play
Date(s): Jul 20, 2012 - Jul 21, 2012
When: 7 pm
Where: The Dillard Playhouse
Located in the Old Dillard School next the Dillard House. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12. Tickets available at the Franklin Chamber of Commerce. The Grascals - Bluegrass
Date(s): Jul 21, 2012
When: 7:30 pm
Where: Sm
Tickets $20 The music of the Grascals, is a bond forged at the intersection of personal friendships, shared professional resumes and an appreciation for the innovative mingling of bluegrass and country music that has been a hallmark of the Nashville scene for more than forty years. Among the most beloved and acclaimed bands on today's bluegrass scene, The Grascals have won SPBGMA's Bluegrass Band of the Year award in 2010, the International Bluegrass Music Association's Emerging Artist of the Year award in 2005 and the Entertainer of the Year honor in both 2006 and 2007. Paint Clay Rattle from July 13 workshop at Uptown Gallery
Date(s): Jul 21, 2012
When: 9:30 am - 12 Noon
Where: Uptown Gallery - 30 E Main Street, Franklin
This workshop is to paint the clay rattle made in the July 13 workshop. 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. Poor Man's Meal
Date(s): Jul 21, 2012
When: 11am - 6pm
Where: Junaluskee Masonic Hall - 50 Church Street, Franklin
Tickets $10, Children under 12 $4
"The Miss Firecracker Contest" Play
Date(s): Jul 22, 2012
When: 2 pm
Where: Dillard Playhouse
Located in the Old Dillard School next to the Dillard House Restaurant. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12. Tickets available at the Franklin Chamber of Commerce. American Legion Macon Post 108 Celebration
Date(s): Jul 22, 2012
When: 1pm - till
Where: American Legion Building
Come celebrate our 90th Anniversary with a celebration at the American Legion Building. Help us celebrate 90 years of service to Veterans and the Community. Do It Yourself Website Class
Date(s): Jul 23, 2012
When: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
This "hands-on" three hour instructional class will show you how to create, update and manage your website using SiteDart Hosting's Sitebuilder. This is great for snall businesses, churches, organizations or for a personal website like weddings. NO programming required. Pre-registration required. Class cost $25. For more information or to register contact Lee Cloer at 877-601-3638
Ladies Night Out
Date(s): Jul 24, 2012
When: 6:30 pm
Where: Angel Medical Center Cafeteria
Program: Substance Abuse 47th Annual Macon County Gemboree
Date(s): Jul 26, 2012 - Jul 29, 2012
When: Thursday - Saturday 10am - 6pm, Sunday 11am - 4pm
Where: Macon County Community Building
Fine Gemstone and Jewelry. Rough & Cut Gemstones. Minerals, Fossils & More! FolkMoot
Date(s): Jul 26, 2012
When: 7:00 pm
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
Tickets $20 - $25 Folkmoot USA, The State International Festival of North Carolina, is a two-week celebration of the world's cultural heritage through folk music and dance. Held each summer across the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina, Folkmoot features performers demonstrating cultural heritage through colorful, authentic, and original reproduction costumes, lively dance, and traditional music. G&L W Show
Date(s): Jul 26, 2012 - Jul 29, 2012
Where: 441 North - Watagua Center
Wholesale Show. Must have copy of tax ID to enter. Ecommerce Store for Web Presence Builder
Date(s): Jul 26, 2012
When: 1pm - 4pm
This is the class the Alumni have been waiting for - how to get your ecommerce store going in Web Presence Builder. This class requires you to already have in place a Web Presence Builder website so that we can begin learning how to put products in, setting tax rates, shipping, and more. Pre-registration required. Class cost $25. SiteDart U Alumni attends free. Franklin Faceter's Frolic 5.0
Date(s): Jul 27, 2012 - Jul 28, 2012
Where: The Factory Banquet Room
Contact Norm Holbert for additional information at 772-342-6042 or 828-634-0350 25th Annual Mission Bazaar
Date(s): Jul 27, 2012 - Jul 28, 2012
When: Friday 8:00 am - 3:00 pm; Saturday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Where: Wayne Proffitt Agricultural Center/Macon County Fairgrounds
Sponsored by Franklin First United Methodist Church. FUMC has raised a total of $399,678.06 from past Bazaar sales. All proceeds go to support missions. Breakfast at 8:00 am. Plants, linens, crafts, produce, Christmas items, books, furniture, household, kitchen items, toys, jewelry, wood crafts, clothing and much more. The Texas Tenors
Date(s): Jul 28, 2012
When: 7:30 pm
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
Tickets $22 - $30 America's Got Talent sensations, The Texas Tenors won the hearts of millions with their melodic three-part harmonies and Texas charm in 2009. The trio smoothly blends country, classical, gospel and Broadway with great voices and a decidedly Texas flavor. Bring the whole family to enjoy this talent-filled, one-of-a-kind performance! Roy Rickman Scholarship Fundraiser Dinner
Date(s): Jul 28, 2012
When: 6 pm
Where: Mountain View Intermediate School
Silent Auction, Steak Dinner for two and draying for a chance to win one of three cars or $15,000 in cash! Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Franklin. |
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