The History of Lake James: From Native Lands to Modern Recreation

Lake James State Park, Visitor Center Classroom | 2229 Lake James State Park Road, Nebo, NC 28761, United States
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A ranger-led history program exploring Lake James from its Indigenous history and early settlement through hydroelectric development and its modern recreational role.

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Kids JAM at the Music Patch
NOV 14

Kids JAM at the Music Patch

To help promote our November community partnership (read more here: https://www.morgantonmusic.com/altruism...

MUSIC - Ginny McAfee, Singer/Songwriter
NOV 14

MUSIC - Ginny McAfee, Singer/Songwriter

Ginny McAfee performs original music on the Silver Fork stage. Food trucks are available on Saturdays.

Matt Stone & Travis Powell as Elvis In Person
NOV 15

Matt Stone & Travis Powell as Elvis In Person

Matt Stone & Travis Powell as ELVIS In PersonPresented by Showroom Internationale Productions Tickets o...

Tone Wulf On the Porch
NOV 15

Tone Wulf On the Porch

Tone Wulf On the Porch on Saturday, November 14, 7 - 9PM Tonewulf will perform on the back porch beginning...

Give Cheese A Chance 2026
NOV 15

Give Cheese A Chance 2026

Come out Sunday afternoon November 15  from noon until 2:30 for delicious grilled cheeses, tomato soup...

An Evening on the Lake
NOV 15

An Evening on the Lake

Join a Lake James State Park ranger for an approximately two-hour boat tour focused on the Paddy's Creek an...

Snapshots and Shorelines: A guided photograph tour
NOV 16

Snapshots and Shorelines: A guided photograph tour

A ranger-guided scenic boat tour along Lake James focused on quiet coves, wooded shorelines, wildlife habit...

Fonta Flora Run Club - Morganton
NOV 16 - DEC 29

Fonta Flora Run Club - Morganton

A weekly community run at Fonta Flora Brewery's Morganton location. All ages and skill levels are welcome;...

Family Storytime: Turkey Trouble
NOV 18

Family Storytime: Turkey Trouble

Relaxed storytime for children age 12 and under, with opportunities to socialize. A craft and small snack a...

The Nutcracker
NOV 19

The Nutcracker

World Ballet Company presents a holiday production of The Nutcracker with a live orchestra, professional da...

RSAF Open Studio
NOV 19 - DEC 17

RSAF Open Studio

Open StudioThe opening of Open Studio at Rock School Arts Foundation welcomes all two-dimensional artists t...

First Frost Holiday Show
NOV 20 - NOV 21

First Frost Holiday Show

The Burke Arts Council is pleased to announce the Annual First Frost Art Show & Sale and the Second Ann...

Public Dig Day - registration closed
NOV 21

Public Dig Day - registration closed

We will meet at the Berry site (near Morganton, NC) where you will learn about the history of the site and...

Holiday Farmers Market
NOV 21

Holiday Farmers Market

Join us for some winter goodies at the Holiday Farmers Market! This is a wonderful time to support our loca...

MUSIC - Cup of Solo Joe Hasty
NOV 21

MUSIC - Cup of Solo Joe Hasty

Joe Hasty performs jazz, blues, and swing in a pared-down solo format at Silver Fork Winery.

Winter Carnival & Downtown Lighting
NOV 21

Winter Carnival & Downtown Lighting

Celebrate the Holidays with the Winter Carnival and Downtown Lighting in Morganton!Get ready to kick off th...

Downtown Morganton Carriage Rides
NOV 21 - DEC 20

Downtown Morganton Carriage Rides

Enjoy a beautiful horse draw carriage ride through the heart of Downtown Morganton! *November 21st The Carr...

Visits with Santa in Downtown Morganton
NOV 27 - DEC 20

Visits with Santa in Downtown Morganton

Come visit Santa in his Workshop on the Historic Burke County Courthouse Square!

2026 Burke County Fair’s Christmas Market
NOV 28

2026 Burke County Fair’s Christmas Market

Holiday market featuring artisans, craft vendors, food vendors, and food trucks at the heated Entertainment...

A Motown Christmas featuring The Motortown All-Stars presented by Matt Stone
DEC 1

A Motown Christmas featuring The Motortown All-Stars presented by Matt Stone

A Motown Christmas featuring The Motortown All-Stars presented by Matt Stone The magic and music of Motown...

Hatley Memorial Tree Lighting
DEC 1

Hatley Memorial Tree Lighting

Join us for an evening of holiday cheer at the Hatley Memorial Tree Lighting in downtown Valdese! Enjoy car...

Public Lab Night
DEC 1 - DEC 2

Public Lab Night

Help wash and sort artifacts recently excavated at the Berry Site. Registration is required, attendance is...

Downtown Morganton Christmas Parade
DEC 1 - DEC 2

Downtown Morganton Christmas Parade

Celebrate the holiday season at the Downtown Morganton Christmas Parade on Tuesday, December 1 at 6:00 p.m....

Valdese Christmas Parade @10am
DEC 5

Valdese Christmas Parade @10am

Get ready to ring in the magic of the season! Downtown Valdese is kicking off the holidays in style with th...

OCP presents: The Holiday Channel Christmas Movie Wonderthon
DEC 11 - DEC 13

OCP presents: The Holiday Channel Christmas Movie Wonderthon

Christmas: a time for magic. A time for the traditions we cherish. A time to watch as many original TV movi...

Mingle with Kris Kringle *3 Sessions!*
DEC 12

Mingle with Kris Kringle *3 Sessions!*

The Town of Valdese welcomes families to join us for a special Christmas Breakfast at the Old Rock School o...

CoMMA presents Western Piedmont Symphony: Holiday Spectacular
DEC 17

CoMMA presents Western Piedmont Symphony: Holiday Spectacular

Light up the holidays with the Western Piedmont Symphony's Holiday Spectacular, led by Maestro Matthew Troy...

CoMMA Presents The Barter Players - Frosty: A Musical Adventure
DEC 19 - DEC 20

CoMMA Presents The Barter Players - Frosty: A Musical Adventure

A young orphan named Billy discovers magic in a stolen hat, and when he places it on a snowman's head, that...

Old Rock School welcomes Darin & Brooke Aldridge
JAN 17

Old Rock School welcomes Darin & Brooke Aldridge

Bluegrass at the Rock individual tickets go on sale July 1, 2026 Darin and Brooke Aldridge continue to asce...

CoMMA presents The Barter Players: Peter Pan
FEB 6

CoMMA presents The Barter Players: Peter Pan

Wendy and her brothers love to play make-believe in their nursery. Then one night, a young boy named Peter...

Old Rock School welcomes Lonesome River Band
FEB 7

Old Rock School welcomes Lonesome River Band

Bluegrass at the Rock individual tickets go on sale July 1, 2026 Since its formation decades ago, Lonesome...

Lonesome River Band
FEB 20

Lonesome River Band

Since its formation decades ago, Lonesome River Band continues its reputation as one of the most respected...

Old Rock School welcomes Unspoken Tradition
FEB 21

Old Rock School welcomes Unspoken Tradition

Bluegrass at the Rock individual tickets go on sale July 1, 2026 Inspired by their own influences and the r...

Old Rock School welcomes The Burnett Sisters Band
MAR 7

Old Rock School welcomes The Burnett Sisters Band

Bluegrass at the Rock individual tickets go on sale July 1, 2026 Bluegrass, old-time, and folk music lovers...

Lucky Leprechaun & Lucky Duck Hunt!
MAR 16

Lucky Leprechaun & Lucky Duck Hunt!

It’s that time again! Downtown Valdese will soon be sprinkled with tiny green leprechauns and the sidewalks...

Legally Blonde - The Musical
MAR 23

Legally Blonde - The Musical

OMG you guys!!! Legally Blonde - The Musical is coming to CoMMA! Fabulously fun and international award-win...

Old Rock School welcomes Balsam Range
APR 10

Old Rock School welcomes Balsam Range

Bluegrass at the Rock individual tickets go on sale July 1, 2026 Balsam Range is Dr. Marc Pruett (banjo); A...

Spring Craft Market - Official EVENT!
APR 24

Spring Craft Market - Official EVENT!

BE AWARE OF SCAMS AND FAKE EVENTS! This is the official page for the Town of Valdese Spring Craft Market. T...

Old Rock School welcomes Seth Mulder & Midnight Run
MAY 15

Old Rock School welcomes Seth Mulder & Midnight Run

Bluegrass at the Rock individual tickets go on sale July 1, 2026 Seth Mulder & Midnight Run is traditio...

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