Here at Wolf Laurel, we are a community of people dedicated to a friendly and fun living experience. The natural beauty of this special place seems to cultivate friendships and good times. For more information about the Wolf Laurel Property Owner's Association, visit their website. For information on Madison County, North Carolina, visit the Visitor Center Website.
NOW THRU OCT, SATURDAY, 9 AM - 1 PM - Madison County Farmers' and Artisan Market - Mars Hill College - Weekly thru Oct - New location, behind Nash Building off Dormitory Drive. Look for the signs. Call 649-0059 or emailtcharles@madison.main.nc.us.
NOW THRU - MAY 20 - Festival of Flowers at the Biltmore Estate - Seasonal beauty is showcased with a stunning tulip display in the Walled Garden, cascades of native and exotic blooms in natural gardens and walking trails, and arrangements inside the Biltmore House. Regular admission applies. 800-624-1575. www.biltmore.com
APRIL 21, SATURDAY - Bikers Fighting Cancer - Madison County - Register at the high school at 9 a.m. Parade leaves at 10:30 a.m. Any vehicle welcome. Memorial service and lunch will be at Windy Ridge School in Weaverville. $10 per person to ride in memory/honor of your loved one that has been stricken with cancer. Contact Crystal at 645-2113 or Jan at 656-8187.
APRIL 27-29, FRI-SUN - Trailfest 2007 - Hot Springs, 12th annual celebration of the world-famous Appalachian Trail. Music, food, and great outdoor adventure. Pete Nagle at 622-7356, www.hotspringsnc.org/trailfest04.html
APRIL 28, SATURDAY - Fiesta! - A Traditional Mexican Celebration, Day of the Children (Dia de Los Ninos) - St. Andrew's Catholic Church, Mars Hill. Features games for young and old, authentic Mexican food for sale, piņatas, Latino music and a raffle. A Spanish Mass will be held at 4 PM, festivities begin at 5:30 PM.
APRIL: 14, 21, 28 & 29 MAY: 5, 12 & 13 - Folk Art Center - Asheville - Exposition: "Southern Yarns" 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Daily. A series of weaving demonstrations will be given at the Main Gallery of the Folk Art Center.
APRIL 28/29, SAT/SUN, 10 AM-6 PM - Weaverville Art Safari - Semi-annual self-guided studio tours of 50 artists and crafters in Weaverville area. Preview and Silent Auction - Friday, April 27 at Reems Creek Golf Club, 7-9 PM. Cost $10, cash bar available. www.weavervilleartsafari.com
MAY 5, SATURDAY - Hospice Yard Sale - Burnsville. Donations now being accepted at the Hospice office from 7:30-4:30, M-F. Arrangements can be made for pickup of large items. Call Angie at 682-9675.
AUGUST 11, SATURDAY - Blackberry Festival - Ebbs Chapel School
SEPTEMBER 22, SATURDAY - Fall Festival - Bright hope Laurel UMC
COUNTY MAPS - Madison County - Local maps are available at a cost of $3.25 each.
