December in the mountains began with the annual Small Town Christmas weekend. It truly is a Hallmark feeling in Banner Elk the 1st weekend of the month, starting with the Friday night lighting of the tree in town square. The … Continue reading
Happy New Years to you from everyone at The Lodge at River Run! It is hard to believe we have been here over three years welcoming guests into the lodge.Every year seems to bring families that want to have a … Continue reading
October always brings the cooler weather and the changing of the colors of the leaves on the trees. For those that have never seen it, you should come and see what the mountains of North Carolina looks like. It is … Continue reading
This year the Wine and Beer Festival will be on June 29th from 12 noon till 5:00pm. It will be held at Sorrento’s Dining Complex. Admission, includes a complementary glass,will allow you “20 tastes in the flight of tastings.” Participates … Continue reading
My daughter shared this recipe with me and I served it to guests. Everyone loved it so I decided to share it with you! It is also a very pretty appetizer so your table will look very colorful. This … Continue reading
Art on the Green will be back this Memorial Day weekend with local and regional artists. They represent a variety of media, such as metal, glass ceramics, wood, acrylics and oil. Come out and enjoy the day, starting Saturday 9:00am-4pm. … Continue reading
Julene Roe,proprietor of the Spruced Boutique clothing shops in Spruce Pine and Marion, is going to open another store in Banner Elk at the end of May. They had so many people in Avery County drive to her shops that … Continue reading
Hawks Tour at Hawksnest sounds like fun! It has 11 cables with 2 swinging bridges for $80.00. The cable tour is 1.5 miles of cable riding high over 150 feet. The tour travels through the trees,lakes and creeks with speeds … Continue reading
2019 is packed with special events bridging outdoor fun and sharing the wonders of Grandfather Mountain for guests of all ages. The Nature Photography weekend is May 31-June 2 which will feature top nature photographers, while photographing scenery and … Continue reading
Many of you have been to Grandfather Mountain over the years and have seen thewonderful animals. Mildred the bear is a legend on the mountains as she came and won the hearts of all. She and Mr. Morton use to … Continue reading