The Granville experience is an alternative. An alternative to what you have. A yin, to the everyday yang. Yet this alternative is not far away, but in your own back yard – steps away. Granville County is not just a location, but a place where you can gather, relax, inhale/exhale,…

There are sunrises, and then there are Grandfather Mountain sunrises. And then there are Grandfather Mountain New Year’s Day sunrises. Ring in an epic New Year on Wednesday, Jan. 1, for the first sunrise of 2020 — atop Grandfather Mountain. This special event will allow guests the rare opportunity to…

On the heels of engagement season, Hendersonville invites brides-to-be to plan their perfect day in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Say I Do to Hendersonville Bridal Show on Saturday, March 21, brings together wedding venues, vendors and planners at Blue Ridge Community College for a one-stop wedding-planning shop. “Hendersonville is…

Winter roars in like a lion, but adventures, events and fun experiences are waiting to be had in Stokes County, North Carolina. A brisk winter hike along the trails of Hanging Rock State Park reveal views and natural beauty not normally experienced in summer months when trees and flora are…

There are plenty of reasons for Christmas cheer this season in Goldsboro Wayne County. Whether you’re looking for family fun, or a spot of festive retail therapy, check out some of the highlights of the Twelve Days of Christmas in Goldsboro! Jingle in the Park, December 6th and 7th. Kick…

Christmas is a time for family, friends and fellowship. And in Granville County it is a time to celebrate with neighbors and welcome guests from around the region. We have places to gather and unique stores and galleries at which to find that perfect gift. Merry Christmas…we hope to see…

To paraphrase the popular Andy Williams song, it’s the busiest time of the year. And in Gaston County, there’s a ton of fun stuff to do this Christmas season. Whether you’re young or old, new to the community or a lifelong resident, you’re sure to find something fun to do…

The Blue Ridge Mountain town of Hendersonville invites you to delight in the spirit of the season with lights, Christmas carols, Main Street shopping and more. The Home for the Holidays event series includes more than 60 happenings from now through New Year’s Day. “Everyone has worked hard to put…

As the weather cools and the nights draw in, Goldsboro-Wayne County has got the main bases covered to ensure you make the most of the season this November – sports, shows, scenery and Scotch!  Be at one with Nature this November Whether you decide to walk, kayak, run, or just…

As the shopping season commences, the Blue Ridge Mountain town of Hendersonville offers a plethora of options for buying something out of the ordinary. Forget the gift cards and mass-produced knickknacks. These local shops stock the handcrafted, unusual and thought-provoking. And they provide the warm customer service that makes spending…