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The Women's Fund of the Blue Ridge in Ashe County welcomes Elizabeth Smart as their guest speaker to this year’s luncheon and silent auction.

Raising fun and funds is the idea behind the Feast for the Arts Wine and Dessert Gala. Everyone is invited to attend and enjoy delicious desserts, bid on exciting silent auction items and support the Ashe County Arts Council. The proceeds go to supporting school and community events sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council.

Looking for a relaxing way to spend a Sunday? Check out Sunday Salons at River House Inn and Restaurant and Grassy Creek. This is a perfect way to wind down your weekend. Check out the upcoming bookings featuring stellar musicians:

Blowing Rock’s Concert in the Park Series is an annual set of free outdoor concerts. Always on Sundays following Art in the Park, the performances offer entertainment from a variety of musical genres. Family-friendly and casual! Bring a lawn chair or blanket to Memorial Park on Main Street to enjoy the music- all concerts begin at 4pm.

This spring take advantage of one of West Jefferson’s most treasured natural areas.

Foodies and wine and beer lovers check this out! For the first time ever, Blowing Rock’s quaint Main Street will host the main tasting event for the upcoming Savor Blowing Rock on May 2-5, 2019. Previously known as the Grand Tasting, the revamped Saturday event is called Vintner’s Village and will feature wine and food pairings right along the central thoroughfare.