Find NC Arts and Crafts at the Wilkesboro Open Air Market this Friday

June 21   Wilkesboro Open Air Market    The Regular Friday markets will happen every Friday and will feature the freshest produce and handmade crafts of the surrounding area. Third Friday Markets also include downtown merchants, food vendors, local wineries, musicians, regional farms and produce, arts and crafts, demonstrators, as well as non-profit and civic organizations are open from 4 PM - 9 PM..

Each Third Friday Open Air Market will be themed with live music, children's activities, contests, and more. The Regular Friday markets will happen every Friday and will feature the freshest produce and handmade crafts of the surrounding area. 

Plein Air Art Show and Reception a Part of the Crossnore Centennial Celebrations

June 21   2013 Crossnore Centennial Events: Plein Air Art Show and Reception Held at the Hugh Chapman Center at the Avery County YMCA .One of several area events held from May through October celebrating 100 years of bringing mountains of hope to children in need.

HandMade in America now accepting applications for North Carolina (NC) Arts Council’s Grassroots Arts Program grants

Since 1977, the North Carolina Arts Council’s Grassroots Arts Program has provided North Carolina citizens access to quality arts experiences.  Using a per capita based formula, the program provides funding for the arts in all 100 counties of the state through partnerships with local arts councils.

For the 2013-2014 funding cycle, HandMade in America is serving as the NC Arts Council’s partner in awarding subgrants to local organizations for arts programs in Buncombe County.

Applications are available for non-profit organizations whose purpose is to promote and develop diverse cultural arts programming in Buncombe County.  Funding priority is given to qualified arts organizations (theaters, galleries, choral societies, festivals), arts in education programs conducted by qualified artists, and other community organizations that provide arts programs in the county.  (Grassroots funds are generally not awarded to arts organizations that receive funding through the North Carolina Arts Council’s State Arts Resources.)  Projects must occur between July 1, 2013 – June 30, 2014.

Application forms and grant guidelines are available on HandMade in America’s website at handmadeinamerica.org, the NC Arts Council’s website at ncarts.org, or may be picked up at the HandMade in America office Monday – Friday between 10am-4pm.  HandMade in America will also mail applications and guidelines upon request.  Applications must be received no later than August 1, 2013.  Grant applications will be evaluated in August by a diverse panel of community members and voted on by HandMade in America’s Board of Directors; Awards will be announced in September, 2013.

HandMade in America is also hosting a Grassroots Arts Program Grant Workshop at the Asheville Area Arts Council to assist interested applicants in preparing competitive grants on Wednesday, June 26, 2013 from 5:30-6:30 pm.  New applicants are strongly encouraged to attend. 

Applications will be accepted now through August 1, 2013.  For questions or more information, contact HandMade’s Development Manager, Helene Herbert at 828.252.0121 x306 or by email at hherbert@handmadeinamerica.org.

Asheville's Art in the Park this Father's Day Weekend

June 15   Art in the Park   Artisans working in Glass, Ceramics, Wood, Jewelry, and metal show and sell in a public market setting in the center of downtown Asheville in Pack Square Park. The event takes place on three consecutive Saturdays each June and October.

Nationally known artists exhibit at this event and the best part is they are local. 10% of the proceeds from the event will be donated to a local art non-profit organization.

Arts and Crafts Auction at the Annual Bluff Mountain Festival

June 15   18th Annual Bluff Mountain Festival   The event includes Music all day featuring some of the region’s best Traditional Old-Time and Bluegrass Music, ballad singing and clogging followed by an evening Square Dance until dark.

Bring the family and the lawn chairs to enjoy a day full of music under the shade trees. Food will be available from vendors and the event includes a local arts and craft silent auction and arts and crafts market.

Learn more about Hot Springs NC HERE.

Needled: Contemporary Needle Craft Opening Reception

June 14, 5:30 - 8 PM  at HandMade in America, 125 S. Lexington Ave, Suite 101 in Asheville NC - Exhibition Opening Reception for "Needled: Contemporary Needle Craft".  An evening of great craft, food, and drink.  Help open HandMade's newest gallery exhibit in style.

This exhibition will highlight contemporary artists pushing the limits of needle craft techniques by making cutting edge and conceptual pieces that cross the boundaries of craft, design, and fine art.  Food will be provided by Storm Rhum Bar & Bistro. Beer will be provided by Wicked Weed Brewing.

Foothills Arts and Crafts Festival in Tryon this Week

June 14-15  The  Foothills Arts and Crafts Festival is a juried fine arts and crafts show that has enjoyed a reputation for the range and quality of items for sale. With nothing manufactured or imported, this show is proud to offer our festival-goers a best of the best shopping experience. 

Exhibiting artisans come from as far north as New York, as far south as Florida, and as far west as Oklahoma to show their stuff at the Foothills Arts & Crafts Festival. Since each item must be handmade by the exhibiting artisan, the Foothills Arts & Crafts Festival presents a great opportunity for visitors to talk to the craftspeople and artists and learn about the artistic process. Many of the artists and craftsmen demonstrate their skills and will accept special orders.

The Show is held in conjunction with Tryon's Barbeque and Music Festival, one of the area's biggest annual events.

Arts and Crafts Fair in Beech Mountain this Weekend

June 15    Beech Mountain Arts & Crafts Fair   Come browse a selection of high quality craftsman ship from local NC artisans. Fine art, mountain crafts and hand made goods and products.

Learn more about Beech Mountain Art and Crafts HERE 

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