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Events in Mitchell and Yancey

(and other nearby venues)

Contact ron at events@rlgreene.net to join this list or to post a live performance event. Some of the information in this list has been compiled by Deb Louis.

Wednesday, October 15

• Joseph Hasty, 2:00p-5:00p. Linville Falls Winery, 9557 Linville Falls Hwy, Linville Falls, 828-765-1400. "In a musical career that has spanned over 40 years, Joseph Hasty's extensive performing experience has carried him to stages in America, Australia and Europe - where he lived for seven years. A gifted entertainer who sings, plays guitar and double bass, Joseph performs regularly with several regional musical acts in Western North Carolina."

Thursday, October 16

• Open Jam, 1:00p-3:30p. The Historic Orchard at Altapass, Blue Ridge Pkwy milepost 328.3, 828-765-9531.

• Don Hogan, 2:00p-5:00p. Linville Falls Winery, 9557 Linville Falls Hwy, Linville Falls, 828-765-1400. "With over 40 years of performing experience, Don has struck up several friendships with other performers, guitarists, singers, songwriters, and players of all styles of music. You never know who will show up at a Hogan’s Heroes show. Always entertaining, and fun. Whether it’s all original music or all your favorite covers, you are sure to hear something that will bring back memories or help make new ones."

• Barry DeFleron (country/rock/blues), 6:00p-8:00p. City Drive-In, 670 Oak St, Spruce Pine, 828-765-4480.

Friday, October 17

• Wayne Taylor & Adam Rose, 2:00p-5:00p. Linville Falls Winery, 9557 Linville Falls Hwy, Linville Falls, 828-765-1400. "Wayne plays a variety of his original music, contemporary and traditional bluegrass music. Adam Rose is a soulful country artist who can capture any audience with his range of vocals. Together they combine to make a show you don’t want to miss."

• Orion's Mystery (classic rock/pop), 7:00p-??. Switzerland Café, 9440 Rt 226A, Little Switzerland, 828-765-5289.

• Arsenic and Old Lace, 7:30p-??. Parkway Playhouse, 202 Green Mountain Drive, Burnsville. Written Joseph Kesselring; Directed by Daniel Moore. Drama critic Mortimer Brewster’s engagement announcement is upended when he discovers a corpse in his elderly aunts’ window seat. Mortimer rushes to tell Abby and Martha before they stumble upon the body themselves, only to learn that the two old women aren’t just aware of the dead man in their parlor, they killed him! Between his aunts’ penchant for poisoning wine, a brother who thinks he’s Teddy Roosevelt, and another brother using plastic surgery to hide from the police—not to mention Mortimer’s own hesitancy about marriage—it’ll be a miracle if Mortimer makes it to his wedding. Arsenic and Old Lace is a classic black comedy about the only thing more deadly than poison: family.

Saturday, October 18

• Micaville Jam, 10:00a-12:30a. Fellowship Hall, 1^st Presbyterian Church of Burnsville, 120 Church Street, Burnsville. An eclectic jam/song circle that welcomes all skill levels.

• Common Ground, 2:00p-4:00p. The Historic Orchard at Altapass, Blue Ridge Pkwy milepost 328.3, 828-765-9531. "Common Ground is a local bluegrass band, and no stranger to the Orchard in years past. We are so excited to welcome them back to the Orchard at Altapass, you won’t want to miss an enjoyable afternoon overlooking the Blue Ridge!"

• Preston Benfield Band, 2:00p-5:00p. Linville Falls Winery, 9557 Linville Falls Hwy, Linville Falls, 828-765-1400. "Preston Benfield Band is based out of East Tennessee that has roots of Country & Southern Rock with a touch of Blues."

• Chris Long (roots rock), 6:00p-8:00p. City Drive-In, 670 Oak St, Spruce Pine, 828-765-4480.

• The Mood Kings (roots rock), 6:00p-8:00p. Homeplace Beer Company, 321 West Main Street, Burnsville, 6-8pm. 828-536-9068.

• Richard Banks, 6:00p-8:00p. Roland’s Deck (behind the NuWray Hotel), Burnsville. 828-678-7070. "Roland's serves a great drink menu, including cocktails, beer, wine & non-alcoholic options, and people can order food from Roland's directly from an abbreviated Carriage House Sundries menu. The bar is directly behind the NuWray Hotel at 102 Town Square."

Sunday, October 19

• Buffalo Cove, 2:00p-4:00p. The Historic Orchard at Altapass, Blue Ridge Pkwy milepost 328.3, 828-765-9531. "Buffalo Cove is an acoustic trio from Western NC playing mostly traditional with lots of old-time, old country with a bit of Irish music mixed in. They enjoy playing upbeat music with fun energy for dancing. "

• Harris Brothers Band, 2:00p-5:00p. Linville Falls Winery, 9557 Linville Falls Hwy, Linville Falls, 828-765-1400. "The Harris Brothers are music lovers! Their infinite live repertoire consists of any number of genres including traditional roots music, rock & roll, jazz, blues, Appalachian mountain music, vintage country and bluegrass. A typical live show effortlessly shifts from original tunes to their own arrangements of songs from all sides of the Americana musical spectrum."

• Arsenic and Old Lace, 2:30p-??. Parkway Playhouse, 202 Green Mountain Drive, Burnsville. Written Joseph Kesselring; Directed by Daniel Moore. Drama critic Mortimer Brewster’s engagement announcement is upended when he discovers a corpse in his elderly aunts’ window seat. Mortimer rushes to tell Abby and Martha before they stumble upon the body themselves, only to learn that the two old women aren’t just aware of the dead man in their parlor, they killed him! Between his aunts’ penchant for poisoning wine, a brother who thinks he’s Teddy Roosevelt, and another brother using plastic surgery to hide from the police—not to mention Mortimer’s own hesitancy about marriage—it’ll be a miracle if Mortimer makes it to his wedding. Arsenic and Old Lace is a classic black comedy about the only thing more deadly than poison: family.

Tuesday, October 21

• Traditional Irish Session, 6:00p-8:00p. Homeplace Beer Company, 321 West Main Street, Burnsville, 828-536-9068. “Been going since June 2023. We take turns, going around the circle, leading or requesting tunes or sets. Played at the pace of the person leading/requesting. Email eric@celo.dev if you wish to confirm we are in session. https://thesession.org/sessions/8874“

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Early Announcements

▪ Wednesday, October 22 – C.J. Hopkins & Hugo Fernandez, 4:00p-??. Bandana Firehouse (corner of Hwy 80 & Water St). "You are invited to a gathering with political satirist and author C.J. Hopkins and photographer Hugo Fernandez as they travel around America talking to all different kinds of people for their photography book project." See https://cjhopkins.com/america-project/ for more information.

▪ Thursday, October 23 – Mini-Concert and Open Mic, 6:00p-8:00p. Side room, Burnsville Town Center. Noah Williams will perform a half-hour mini-concert, followed by an open mic for Micaville Music's 4^th Thursday offering in October.

▪ Saturday, October 25 – Old Crow Medicine Show, 6:30p-9:00p. Three Peaks Enrichment Center, 97 Pinebridge Ave, Spruce Pine. This is a Hilloween 2025 Benefit Concert. "100% of funds received will be donated directly to the Mitchell County Development Foundation. Hilloween has covered all costs of this concert, with no financial obligation to the Mitchell County Development Foundation, the county itself, or the town of Spruce Pine."

"Our concert’s headliner is OLD CROW MEDICINE SHOW, which got its start right here in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Join America’s most beloved old-time string band as they sing their signature song “Wagon Wheel,” share their newest hits, and celebrate the history and mystery of the Blue Ridge Mountains."

Bandana Rhythm will be the opening act. This is a standing concert. Some accommodations can be made for those unable to stand throughout the concert. Tickets ($35) may be purchased at https://app.vividtix.com/e/hilloween-2025.

▪ Saturday, October 25 – RiddleFest 2025, Music of the Southern Highlands. Seminar, 3:00p-4:00p; Concert 7:00p-9:00p. Burnsville Town Center, 6 S Main St. Featuring Roy Andrade & Kalia Yeagle, East Tennesee State University faculty for Bluegrass, Old-Time, and Roots Music. The ETSU Old-Time Ramblers will also be performing.

"Drawing on historic recordings, in-depth biographies, and community fieldwork, Roy Andrade and Kalia Yeagle bring to life the rich tapestry of sounds that influenced early twentieth-century music at the cultural crossroads of Western North Carolina, Southwest Virginia, and East Tennessee, where music flowed across boundaries and fostered a dynamic exchange of influences that laid the foundation for modern country music."

▪ Tuesday, October 28 – Toe River Chamber Ensemble, 7:30p-??. First Baptist Church, Burnsville Square. "The Toe River Chamber Ensemble is proud to present its Fall Annual Concert. This free community event will feature a dynamic program of classical and contemporary selections, including Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5, Mussorgsky’s 'Night on Bald Mountain,' and a medley from the Broadway musical Wicked.

"Under the direction of conductor R. Kevin Paul, the ensemble brings together 25 to 30 volunteer musicians from across the region. Members include professionals and amateurs alike—teachers, doctors, farmers, and retirees—united by a shared passion for music and community engagement.

“Our concerts are a celebration of local talent and the joy of collaboration,” said Paul. “We welcome everyone to experience the power of live music in a welcoming and inspiring setting.”

"Admission is free, with donations gratefully accepted to support the ensemble’s mission and future performances. For more information, visit www.toeriverchamberensemble.com."

▪ Monday, November 3 (7:00p) and Wednesday, November 5 (2:00p) – The Search for Elisha Mitchell, presented by Dylan Wilson. Mountain Heritage High School, 333 Mountain Heritage High School Rd, Burnsville. "For two weeks in the summer of 1857, the whole country focused their attention on the mountains of western North Carolina. Professor Elisha Mitchell had disappeared somewhere on the highest mountain in eastern America. Out of hundreds of searchers, a group of five mountain men from the Pensacola section of Yancey County found him on an eleven-day-old trail. Come to Mountain Heritage High School on November 3rd (7pm) and 5th (2pm) to learn the exciting story of the search, and the equally exciting story of the recovery." Tickets here.

▪ Tuesday, November 4 – History Happy Hour: Jeremy B. Jones, 6:30p-8:00p. Center for Pioneer Life, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville. Free. "Cipher by Jeremy B. Jones uncovers the secret life of the author’s ancestor, whose coded 19th-century diaries reveal a world of hidden passions, intellectual obsessions, and uncomfortable truths. Through this family story, Jones explores legacy, identity, and the messy roots of Southern history.

"In 1975, a man stumbled upon a box of hand-sewn notebooks in a house set for demolition in Wadesboro, North Carolina.…He passed the books to a retired NSA cryptanalyst who deciphered them, uncovering the recorded life of a white Southern farmer named William Thomas Prestwood…a 19th-century man who passed his days recording eclipses and dissecting rabbits and calculating planetary orbits and reading Goethe and sneaking into barn lofts and closets with dozens of lovers “The reader is left,” the codebreaker wrote, “with the lasting impression that here in these pathetic little books is the very essence of Everyman’s life from the cradle to the grave.” But to author Jeremy Jones, this strange farmer was no Everyman. He was his great-great-great-great grandfather."

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Opportunities

This space is freely available for local area commercial announcements by individuals or businesses. There must be a direct musical or other performance connection (musical items for sale, music lessons, etc.). Send your announcement to events@rlgreene.net .

Guitar for Sale: Selling for a friend: Ovation Applause acoustic guitar, model AA14 (1970's?). Sunburst finish, very good condition, with case. $150. (Mark Langner 828-231-9352 mark.langner@gmail.com)

Upright 3/4 Bass for Sale: Cremona SB-2 in good condition. Includes soft case. $1500 obo. 303.638.3725 or gospelgrass@gmail.com