Volunteer Opportunity for Cancer Survivors
You made it through cancer. Now reach out to someone who is up against it. “Connections” is a volunteer peer support program where cancer survivors (and their caregivers) who completed treatment at least a year ago are trained to become telephone guides or mentors for more newly diagnosed survivors and their families in similar situations to yours. Guides receive training, support, and resources. For more information and to apply, call Melanie Childers at (828) 266-1178. “Connections” is sponsored by the Cancer Resource Alliance of Watauga Medical Center.
9th Annual Railroad Grade 5K Run
A fast, flat, scenic 5K run in the Mountains of North Carolina. All proceeds will benefit the R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Fund.
ARTIST SHOWING
100% of the proceeds from art sales go to The Nature Conservancy and other local charities.
Mile High kite Festival At Beech Mountain Sunday, September 5th.
The Richmond Air Force Kite Club and the Wings Across Carolina Kiting and Okra Society from Charlotte are once again descending on Beech Mountain to partake in the Eigth Annual Mile High Kite Festival. Free admission.
Elk Knob Headwaters Community Day
On Saturday, September 11 from 11 am - 5 pm, Elk Knob State Park and Elk Knob Community Heritage Organization (EKCHO), Inc. will host the 6th Annual Elk Knob Headwaters Community Day.
Free Bellydance Classes
Free Basic Bellydance classes Aug. 7 and 14, Sept 4 and 11, and Oct. 16 and 23 at Ancient Moon Studio.
The Knob (3rd Race in the High Country Triple Crown
The High Country Triple Crown is the premier running series in the High Country of North Carolina. In existence for five years and headquartered in Boone, NC, the Triple Crown consists of three races of varying difficulty and terrain. All races showcase the breathtaking scenery of the NC mountains coupled with the vitality of the local community. Formerly managed by the High Country Soccer Association, the High Country Triple Crown has taken a new direction and is now affiliated with the Appalachian State University Institute for Health and Human Services. Beginning in 2010, 100% of the proceeds from the race series will benefit Girls on the Run of the High Country.
