28th Annual Crafts on the Green- Beech Mountain

August 1 8AM - 4PM at Gazebo Park in Beech Mountain NC. Approximately 85 vendors from all over the mountains will have their crafts and art work available for your purchase. This juried event is located at a cool 5056 foot elevation. Food is available.
http://www.beechmtn.com

Folkmoot USA Last Weekend

16-26 Folkmoot USA. Folkmoot USA, North Carolina's Official International Festival, 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 performances, parades and workshops by more than 350 performers from a dozen or so countries. Performers demonstrate cultural heritage through colorful, authentic and original reproduction costumes, lively dance and beautiful music. During its 25-year history, over 200 folk groups from more than 100 countries have shared their heritage and culture at Folkmoot USA.

Dodi Lovett Exhibit July 20th- Bryson City

The Gallery at Swain County Center for the Arts will be open for browsing on Monday, July 20, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm or by appointment on other dates and times. The current exhibit of original artwork in pen and ink and watercolorare priced to sell. Prices range from $5 for a pack of 10 note cards to $375 for the large centerpiece.

Gallery at Swain County Center for the Arts- Bryson City News

The Gallery at Swain County Center for the Arts in Bryson City NC will be open for browsing on
Monday, July 20, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm or by appointment on other date and times.  If you haven't
yet had the opportunity to see the current exhibit of original artwork in pen and ink and
watercolor by Dodi Lovett. All artwork you purchase can be picked up anytime after Fokmoot.  Dodi Lovett's exhibit will be taken down on Friday
July 24, and an exhibit of large watercolor paintings by Pamela Haddock will be going up.

1415 Fontana Road, Bryson City, NC
828-488-7843
http://www.swain.k12.nc.us/education/components/scrapbook/default.p

Mountain Palette Arts Gala- Banner Elk

July 16 An evening of fine dining and wonderful art! Spectacular jewelry designs, handcrafted treasures, and one of a kind outdoor experiences with these being only a few of the items up for bid. The event takes place at Linville Ridge Country Club and is an annual benefit bringing the community together in support of the programs and services of the Avery Arts Council. $125 per person.
http://www.averycountyartscouncil.org/

Cherokee Art Market & Festival

July 16 - 18 Cherokee NC, Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds.
Gathering of tribes from the Americas to celebrate Native culture. Traditional dancing, food and craft vendors. $10 general admission.
C0ntact janiwild@nc-cherokee.com

Cherokee Art Market & Festival

July 16 - 18 Cherokee NC, Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds.
Gathering of tribes from the Americas to celebrate Native culture. Traditional dancing, food and craft vendors. $10 general admission.
C0ntact janiwild@nc-cherokee.com

Winery Dinners- Brevard

July 16 Brevard NC, HobNob Restaurant. Second in the series of the Meet the Winery Dinners with HobNob Restaurant with The Proper Pot. $50.00 per person! Call HobNob Restaurant for reservation @ 966-4662-Space is limited.

NC Artists Event: 62nd Annual Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands

16-19 62nd Annual Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands. It’s the 62nd season of the bi-annual Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands, July 16-19 and October 15-18, 2009. The Craft Fair is an event where connoisseurs and novices alike come to craft a collection, connect with tradition, and invest in regional culture. The Craft Fair takes place in beautiful downtown Asheville at the Civic Center, 10am-6pm Thursday through Saturday, and 10am -5pm Sunday.

West Jefferson Hosts Gallery Open House

July 10 West Jefferson. Join the throngs of people who flock to historic downtown West Jefferson to visit the shops and galleries for an Open House beginning at 5 p.m. Free music, entertainment and refreshments will be served to "crawlers" and much merriment is guaranteed! http://www.ashechamber.com/

Artists' Gallery Too Hosts Reception- Bryson City

July 11 5 - 8 PM Bryson City, Artists' Gallery Too. Featuring Artwork from the Artist Members of
Number 7 Fine Arts and Crafts Cooperative, Brevard, NC.

32 Everett St. Bryson City, NC

Art in the Park- Blowing Park

July 18 This award-winning series features the works of juried artisans from all over the Eastern U.S. in metal, fiber, watercolor and oil painting, wood, photography, basketry, jewelry, clay, glass and more. The show is located at the American Legion Grounds just behind Memorial Park and admission is FREE. Show hours are 10 am til 5 pm. Dates for this year's shows are: July 18, August 15, September 14 & October 3.
http://www.blowingrock.com/artinthepark/

Art Exhibit: Ashe Arts Center July 8-Aug 8th

July 8 - August 8 West Jefferson, Ashe Arts Center. Fiber artists and potters exhibit works of art together. Traditional to Contemporary/
303 School Avenue West Jefferson, NC
336-846-2787.
http://www.ashecountyarts.org/

Summer Art & Crafts Festival- Maggie Valley

July 11 Maggie Valley Festival Grounds. Artisans from all over the Southeast come to sell their wares at this annual event. Live entertainment & great food!
828-926-1686.
http://www.maggievalley.org/events.html

Visual Artists Gallery- Wheel & Coil & Slab in Rutherfordton

July 10 - August 29 Rutherfordton, Rutherfordton County Visual Artists Gallery. Juried pottery show featuring regional artists using varied techniques. 173 N. Main Street Rutherfordton, NC 828-288-5009
http://www.rcvag.com/

Unique Photo Collages- Artist JC Lange

Specializing in fun photo collages,clipboards,memory boxes,journals/albums, best wishes mats and custom cars.
http://www.mylittleboyblue.com/

Cherokee Carving Tradition Exhibit- Asheville

July 10 - 12/6 Asheville Art Museum. Cherokee Carvers
Tradition Renewed will examine different aspects of late 20th and early 21st century Cherokee carving. It will include ritual objects, functional wares and pieces designed to be sold to tourists and collectors. The exhibition will include both stone and wood carvings and focuses on artists working in Western North Carolina today.

Exhibition Reception: Number 7 Fine Arts & Crafts-Bryson City

July 11 6-8PM Bryson City, Artists’ House Gallery Too, located at 32 Everett St. Number 7 Fine Arts and Crafts Cooperative was started as a program of the Transylvania Community Arts Council and has served more than 55 artists in it’s ten years in business, helping each artist to grow and understand the retail aspect of the art and craft business through active participation in it’s Main Street Gallery. The cooperative is driven and sustained entirely by its artists membership. The exhibition will run through July 31, 2009.
828-488-1317