2011-06-07 - Beautification Continues in West Jefferson

Another phase of West Jefferson's beautification program is almost completed - it's nice to see the charming street lights decorating our sidewalks while eliminating some overhead power lines.   The traffic lights at the square will be another phase at a later date - which will eliminate all overhead power along the "arts district" in West Jefferson.  The first phase began in 1994, and since that time - West Jefferson has made  major accomplishments in the revitalization of downtown.

We would be remiss if we did not mention Carol Dodson who spearheaded many of the downtown projects.  Carol is  the owner of "Tis the Season" and was among one of the first to purchase and revitalize an unoccupied  downtown building and bring it back to life.  She has her shop "Tis the Season"  in one end of the building while "Sally May's Emporium" occupies the remainder.  When you are in West Jefferson stop in and say hello to Carol and Karen.   The shops are charming and have something for everyone.

A New Project in the Making

You can say you saw it first - another Steve Willingham project - the tanks at the Cheese Plant now will become black and white cows.  How MOO is this?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENaGTT4iwTc

This Season's Gallery Crawls begin June 10

The Ashe County Arts Council's sponsored "Gallery Crawls" in downstown West Jefferson  will begin this year at 5 p.m. on Friday, June 10 continuing every second Friday evening through October 14.  These events are well attended with art lovers strolling through West Jefferson's "arts district" visiting the participating art galleries, listening to the strolling musicians and viewing the many street murals  adorning the walls along the way.  Dinner downtown is always an option.  The event is free.

One of the participating galleries is "Artist Theatre" owners - Steve and Lisa Willingham.  Williamham's art will be available as well as Tonya Bottomley and others. Each gallery will have a variety of paintings, pottery, handmade baskets, wood turned art, handmade jewelry, art glass and many more interesting handcrafted items.

Our New WebCam

We have a new WebCam for those who want to check the weather downtown or take a look at what is happening on main street. 

The location of the camera will be moved each week or (when we think about it again)  to show different views of the town.  After installing the camera, we realized there is a SMUDGE on the camera lens and wouldn't you know it...it is centered on the mural.  YIKES!  We are waiting for someone to clean the camera lens - but this may take a few days as we are on mountain time. :)  We wanted to include our new webcam in our newsletter...so here it is - smudge and all!

For those who have accounts with us (an account can be made on our website)  http://www.ashecountyrealestate.com/create-an-account.html  you can access the posting board.  Give comments, or ask questions, view our blogs, and more.    Please bookmark our site and visit again.  

Our Webcam: http://www.ashecountyrealestate.com/web-cam/west-jefferson-nc-live.html

Our website:  www.ashcountyrealestate.com   (Please bookmark this one, too.)

Our Ashe County video:  http://www.ashecountyrealestate.com/videos/

To make an account with us:  http://www.ashecountyrealestate.com/create-an-account.html

Wheels and Wings Antique Car and Air Show

Saturday, June 11, 2011, 09:00am - 05:00pm - Ashe County Habitat for Humanity will host the first antique car and air show and fly-in at the Ashe County Airport.  The gates open at 9 a.m. and will close at 5 p.m.  The antique cars will be on display all day, and the air show will begin at 1 p.m. The cost is $5.00 per person.

Doc Admas, the owner of Buffalo Tavern, has an interesting story to tell as to how he was at the right place at the right time, to meet the right people - who are bringing this event to Ashe County turning it into a fund raiser for Ashe County Habitat for Humanity.

For additional information or reservations, you may reach Doc at 1-877-615-9678.  To view his website:  www.buffalotavern.com

Ashe County Events

Information on the the many events in and around Ashe County can be found on our website: http://www.ashecountyrealestate.com/events-calendar.html Michelle Handler does an excellent job of keeping this up-to-date.

There is always something interesting happening  - in and around Ashe County. 

Back Street Park Summer Concerts

Don't forget West Jefferson's Back Street Park Summer Concerts, an ongoing summer event in downtown West Jefferson.

Friday June 17, the Sheets Family will entertain with bluegrass and country music.  The concert will begin at 5:30.  On June 24, the King Bee's, a dynamic blues band  from Todd, will perform bringing the blues to West Jefferson.

The Back Street Summer Concerts are given twice monthly all summer.  Come bring your chairs or blankets and join in the fun.

Interested in a Mountain Home?

Now could be the time to seriously consider purchasing that second-home you have always dreamed of.  We have a great selection of homes for sale and at good values.  Stop by our office to talk with us or visit our inventory of homes and land on our website.  www.ashecountyrealestate.com. 

Plan to visit the area?  Come stay with us in one of our rental cabins.  You can find our  list of mountain rental cabins here. http://www.ashecountyrealestate.com/nc-cabin-rentals.html 

If you prefer to stay in a Bed and Breakfast, we  highly recommend Doc Adams's  B&B - Buffalo Tavern.  That information can be found at www.buffalotavern.com.  

We are located in the 'arts district' on Jefferson Avenue, downtown West Jefferson.

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