Past Events

Salsa and summer. What better way for an introduction into botanical art than to create your own study of those farm fresh heirloom tomatoes, peppers, garlic, and onions in watercolor. In this workshop you will explore the process of developing a detailed botanical study from life. Kathy, a professional botanical illustration instructor will demonstrate $300 Register online or call 336.846.3827

Summertime in the mountains – what better way to see the countryside than on a two-day Studio Tour! And to see the best Ashe County artists working in their own studios! On August 3-4, 2019 the Ashe County Arts Council will sponsor the Ashe County Studio Tour, a two-day, self-guided, free event in which Ashe County artists open their studios to the public. For information, maps and artists please call 336-846-2787

Raney will jump start your creativity with lots of laughter, and artistic tips. She will lead you step-by-step and keep you entertained along the way. Join Raney and experience what being an artist can do for your spirit, your stress level and your sense of accomplishment! You are encouraged to bring along your favorite wine, beer, or a non-alcoholic beverage to sip as you paint. In accordance with NC law, you must be 21 years of age to consume alcoholic…

Competition BBQ Weekend! Sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbecue Society (KCBS), Steak Cookoff Association (SCA) out of Houston, Texas, as well as the Ashe Brew Club. Friday is the SCA cook-off and live music with Blue Country Band and Saturday is the KCBS competition and awards. For more information, visit our website.

Join us on the Backstreet for the last concert of the year! Performance by the Zephyr Lightning Bolts. So come kick back and enjoy the music and the fresh outdoors! No charge. A special thank you to St. Mary's Episcopal Church for helping us fund this event!

Edmund Barton “Bart” Bullock has been leading a double career as composer and pianist with success, performing his own major works and chamber music throughout the United States and Europe. The concert repertoire will include Bach, Debussy, Chopin an Bullock's original selections.

Uncle Herbie and Joey Mac have been writing songs for quite some time, and are finally in the last year, writing songs together and recording on their own, to make their first debut album. The recording will be written, produced, arranged, and performed, all by Joe and Herbie , without any major record labels, or big-time producers, or a true band manager. The two wanted to have a very organic writing and recording process, without any outside influences. By going…