Chamber Will Host Opening Ceremony For Highlands of Blowing Rock

Highlands Blowing Rock and the Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce invite you to attend a grand opening ceremony on Monday, April 7th at 5:30pm. Located downtown at 1128 South Main Street, Blowing Rock’s newest “upscale casual,” dining experience features contemporary American fare and a full wine list.

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Cashore Marionettes Will Visit Hayes Performing Art Center Friday, April 11th

The internationally acclaimed Cashore Marionettes, with their uncommon artistry, grace and refinement of movement, redefine the art of puppetry. Award-winning artist Joseph Cashore creates and manipulates these amazingly lifelike marionettes in the latest work called “Simple Gifts”, a series of touching character portrayals and scenes from everyday life set to a succession of stunning original and classical music, including Vivaldi, Strauss, Beethoven and Copland. 
           
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Blowing Rock Historical Society Will Visit Shelton Vineyards On May 2

The Blowing Rock Historical Society’s spring fling will take them to Dobson, North Carolina, and the famed Shelton Vineyards.
Considered one of the finest vineyards in the United States, Shelton is known for its quality and award winning vintages, popular around the world.

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May Will Be Busy For Those Supporting Clean Up Of Our Village

Residents and property owners in and around the Blowing Rock area will have not one, but two periods to participate in clean up efforts during early May.

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“Painting In The Vineyard At Meadowbrook Inn” Artist Workshop Will Be Saturday, April 12

“Painting in the Vineyard at Meadowbrook Inn”, an artist’s workshop led by local artist, Norma S. Suddreth, will be held on Saturday, April 12th from 9:30 a.m. until noon at Meadowbrook Inn during the Blue Ridge Food and Wine Festival.

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About The Rocket
The Blowing Rocket was first published in June 1932, a tabloid publication that was printed each week during the months of June, July and August. After the final week in August it was to put to bed until the following June.

Local Links Around Blowing Rock
The Blowing Rocket staff has compiled some local links to help you make some choices when you visit.