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Weekend Plans in Macon, Jackson, and Swain Counties!

The Friday edition of our weekly newsletter will be dedicated to letting YOU know what is happening in and around Western North Carolina. For FREE businesses, churches, and organizations can send us their sales, operating hours, events, worship services, yard sales, you name it. If it is happening Friday-Sunday in WNC, send it to editor@thesouthernscoopnews.com with the who, what, where, and when details and I will publish it in the Friday newsletter!

Join us tomorrow evening (July 31st) for Miss 1980 Something 2021 Pageant (18+yrs old) in the YARD of Lazy Hiker Brewing Co. (7:30pm pageant starts 6:30pm The Two Fifty Threes will perform)
The crowned winner will be…

Co-host of An Evening with Madonna (featuring Nellie Norris) August 6 and Totally Awesome 80's Party (featuring Off The Record) at Currahee Brewing Co

One of the Grand Marshals of the 80's Flashback Parade (Downtown Franklin, N.C.) August 7Th

Vacation Bible Schools:

Coming Up:

Old Savannah Baptist Church 1 day Only July 31st

Bryson City Church of God 1 Day Only August 7Th.

Central Baptist Church one day only “Farm Fresh Faith” Vacation Bible School will be held on Saturday, Aug. 7, 8:30 a.m. Classes available for all ages. Bible School kickoff Cookout and preregistration, Saturday, July 31. Waterplay starts at 4 p.m., cookout at 6 p.m. The church is located at 392 Belleview Rd.

Events and Activities:

Macon County Public Library will be hosting some NC author talks/book signings
in the library at the end of the month and September. There is one on July 31st, Susan Meissner, and on September 4Th, Kristin Harmel.

Car Seat Clinic Monday-Friday 8am-4pm closed 12-1 for lunch. Clinics will be held in the Beloced Woman's and Children's Building 73 kaiser Wilnoty rd in Cherokee. Children Must be present and your EBCI enrollment card for both Parent and Child's. Car seat cost $20 for seats

“Dillsboro After Five” will take place from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays in downtown Dillsboro. Start with a visit to the Jackson County Farmers Market located in the Innovation Station parking lot.

Blue Ridge Parkway rangers will host a new outdoor interpretive series dubbed “Fridays at the Folk Art Center” at 7:30 p.m. every Friday this season at the Folk Art Center in Asheville. The building will not be open during the programs, with no restrooms available on site. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on. 828.298.5330, ext. 302.

Look at the history of Appalachian music with a Blue Ridge Parkway ranger to guide the way at 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 23, during this week’s Fridays at the Folk Art Center session. The Folk Art Center is located at Milepost 382 on the Parkway. No restrooms will be available during this outdoor program. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on.

Concerts on the Creek (Sylva) at Bridge Park will host Arnold Hill (rock) July 30
. All shows begin at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce. www.mountainlovers.com

The Unto These Hills stage production will be held at 8 p.m. Monday to Saturday from May 19 through Aug. 14 at the Mountainside Theater in Cherokee. There will also be a 10:30 a.m. show all Saturdays in July. For more information and to purchase tickets, click on www.cherokeehistorical.org

The Cherokee Bonfire & Storytelling will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays through Sept. 29 at the Oconaluftee Islands Park in Cherokee. The bonfire is free and open to the public. For more information, call 800.438.1601 or click on www.visitcherokeenc.com.

Macon County Art Association Encaustic Painting Classes will be held on Fridays August 3 and 27, September 3 and 17, October 29, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Uptown Gallery 30 E Main St., Franklin. For more information, contact Karen Smith, at karen@programservices.org

The Glenville Area Historical Society annual Ice Cream Social will take place Saturday, July 31, at the Historic Glenville Wesleyan Church. Pastor Ralph Campbell will speak about the 100 year history of the Glenville Wesleyan Church. For more information about the Society and the Museum call the Glenville Area Historical Society at 828 850.7022 or email historicalsocietyglenvillearea@yahoo.com.

Jackson Arts Market- Saturdays 1:00-5:00 PM

533 West Main St Sylva, NC
Free outdoor arts experience with LIVE MUSIC , 20+ artists, and demos sharing their artistic process of creating hand made pieces. Saturdays in 2021, the Jackson Arts Market is coming to our gardens with beautiful, handcrafted items! Order a breakfast sandwich and a cocktail or beer at our service window, then Sip-N-Shop craftsman showcases, vendors booths with everything from craft jewelry to canned goods and breads, all the while enjoying the sounds of local musical artists! ALL OUTSIDE!!

Farmer’s Market (with artisans) will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays through October at 117 Island Street in Bryson City. Stop by the old barn by the river for local, homegrown produce, as well as baked goods, jellies and preserves, authentic crafts, and more. Food truck, picnic tables and a strolling musician

Saturday Aug. 7 there will be fundraising events for SEASCAT.org at Lifeway Church on Allen Street in Sylva. SEASCAT.org is a local organization dedicated to helping survivors of child abuse. Connie Jean Conklin, Med founder seascat@gmail.com or 828 506-6141.

Local Pubs in the area:

Macon:

“Pickin’ on the Square” (Franklin) will host The UpBeats (oldies/variety) July 31. All shows start at 7 p.m. Free and open to the public. Located on Main Street. www.franklin-chamber.com.

Lazy Hiker Brewing (Franklin) will host Brother Smith (Americana/folk) July 30, Arnold Hill (rock/jam) July 31
All shows begin at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted. For more information and a complete schedule of events, click on www.lazyhikerbrewing.com .

Rathskeller Coffee Haus & Pub (Franklin) will host Dirty Dave July 30, Norman Jean and Jim July 31
Shows begin at 8 p.m. Free and open to the public. www.rathskellerfranklin.com

Saturdays On Pine (Highlands) will be held at the Kelsey-Hutchinson Park from 6 to 8:30 p.m. with The Wobblers July 31. Free and open to the public. www.highlandschamber.org

Friday Night Live (Highlands) will be held at the Town Square from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Hosting The Crows July 30. Free and open to the public. www.highlandschamber.org

Swain:

Unplugged Pub (Bryson City) will host Tricia Ann July 31
. All shows begin at 8 p.m. Free and open to the public. 828.538.2488.

Mountain Layers Brewing (Bryson City) will host Aces Down July 30Th, The Dirty French Broads July 31
Free and open to the public. 828.538.0115 or www.mtnlayersbeer.com.

There will be a free wine tasting from 6 to 8 p.m. every Thursday and 2 to 5 p.m every Saturday at The Wine Bar & Cellar in Sylva. 828.631.3075.

Bryson City Wine Market offers a glass of wine and a Market Plate Monday through Saturday as well as special flight tastings from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. every Friday and Saturday

Jackson:

Lazy Hiker Brewing (Sylva) will host Ol’ Dirty Bathtub (Americana/bluegrass) July 30. All shows begin at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted. For more information and a complete schedule of events, click on www.lazyhikerbrewing.com.

Nantahala Brewing (Sylva) will host a “Jazz Night” from 7 to 10 p.m. on Wednesdays. Free and open to the public. 828.641.9797 or www.nantahalabrewing.co m.

Balsam Falls Brewing (Sylva) will host an open mic from 8 to 10 p.m. every Thursday. Free and open to the public. www.balsamfallsbrewing.com .

Innovation Station (Dillsboro) Christina Chandler (singer-songwriter) Aug. 1. All events are free and begin at 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. www.innovation-brewing.com.

Concerts on the Creek (Sylva) at Bridge Park will host Arnold Hill (rock) July 30
. All shows begin at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce. www.mountainlovers.com

Hiking:

Haywood County Parks and Recreation will guide a hike on Flat Laurel Creek Loop at 8 a.m. July 31. The hike will be led by Vickey Watson and Phyllis Woollen. Hikes are $10 per person, paid at registration. Contact Haywood Parks and Rec to register at 828.452.6789 or Ian.smith@haywoodcountync.gov.

Nantahala Hiking Club will hike to Straight Fork in the GSMNP at Big Cove near Cherokee on Saturday, July 31. Hike up Straight Fork Creek to a horse camp and have lunch. Many wildflowers along the creek. For reservations and more information, call Leader at Katharine Brown (828)421-4178.

Nantahala Hiking Club will hike to Betty Creek to Yellow Patch on Sunday, Aug. 1. Hike south on the Appalachian Trail to an over-look and see Picken’s Nose. Return by way of a path to a forest service road out to Yellow Patch. For reservations and more information, call Leader Gail Lehman at (828)524-5298.

Nantahala Hiking Club member Bill Van Horn will show the film- ‘Appalachian Trail the Beaten Path’ on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 6 p.m., in the Macon County Public Library Meeting Room. There will be a time for questions and answers afterwards. – Benton MacKaye: A.T. Visionary

Gem & Mineral Museum located in the Old Jail on Phillips Street in downtown Franklin is now open Fridays and Saturdays from 12 to 4 p.m., featuring gems and artifacts from North Carolina as well as all over the world.

Historic TM Rickman Store is now open on Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Located at 259 Cowee Creek Road in the historic West -Mill District. Music Jams begin at noon.

Winding Stair Farm and Nursery. Not to Miss: New Retail Center with house plants, giftware and pottery and outside, our range of diverse and healthy plants for your garden.
Open Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm. Call 828-369-9778 with questions.

Holly Springs Baptist Church, 2nd Mile Ministry is open 10 to Noon Mondays providing a food pantry, children's clothes and financial aid (rent and utilities) for families and seniors in need.

Friends of the Greenway FROG Quarters is now open Wednesday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 573 E. Main in Franklin. Stop by for coffee or a soft drink and a snack, use our free internet. You can also reserve the shelters for your events there.

Smoky Mountain Pregnancy Care Centers in Cullowhee and Franklin have an educational parenting program to earn “points” to use to obtain free items for your family. The centers carry formula, diapers, wipes, baby items and clothing up to size 6, as well as strollers, car seats, high chairs, pack n’ plays, etc. Donations are always welcome. Services are free and confidential. For more information or an appointment, call (828)349-3200, (828)293-3600 or smpcc.org

CareNet on Bidwell Street will be open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A box of food may be picked up once a week.

Uptown Gallery on Main Street new hours are Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Five Fire Departments in Macon County – Nantahala, Cullasaja, Sky Valley, Clarks Chapel, and Burningtown – are open Monday thru Fridays for drive up food deliveries from 1 to 4 p.m. for anyone who needs food.

Employment assistance is offered by NC Works Career Center from 1:30-4 p.m. on the first Friday of every month at Marianna Black Library in Bryson City. 488.3030 or www.fontanalib.org.

Macon County Public Health is currently vaccinating those eligible under Groups 4. People in Group 4 are those who have a medical condition that puts them at higher risk of serious illness and people who live in certain congregate settings are eligible for vaccination. The rest of Group 4, which includes all other essential workers and all adults will become eligible April 7. Individuals that want to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, must call Macon County’s Vaccine Call Center at (828)524-1500 to register and schedule an appointment. The Call Center is open Monday – Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

5-FAMILY Saturday, July 31, 8am-? Highlands Rd. to River Rd. to Bryson Branch. Items for Everyone.

Saturday, July 31st. 8am - 3pm No early birds! Name Brand Women, Men’s and kids clothes. Toys, Video Games and Much more! Priced to sell! 204 Thomas Rd. Near Food Lion.

To have your yard sale included here for FREE, email it to editor@thesouthernscoopnews.com

All Saints Episcopal Church, Franklin  Services are held Rite I, 8 a.m. without music and Rite II,  10:15 a.m. with music, every Sunday. First and third Sundays at St. Agnes Chapel, 66 Church St. and second and fourth Sundays at St. Cyprian’s Chapel, 216 Roller Mill Rd. Sunday 10:15 a.m. services can be viewed live on the website: www.allsaintsfranklin.org and past Sundays can be viewed on YouTube by searching “All Saints Franklin” to find our YouTube page.

Franklin First United Methodist Church meets at 9:30 a.m., on Sundays for in-person worship or on Facebook at Franklin First United Methodist Church, either live or later on recorded video. The church is located at 66 Harrison Avenue in downtown Franklin. Senior pastor is Rev. David Beam.  For more information, call ( 828)524-3010 or visit www.firstumcfranklin.org

Central Baptist Church one day only “Farm Fresh Faith” Vacation Bible School will be held on Saturday, Aug. 7, 8:30 a.m.   Classes available for all ages. Bible School kickoff Cookout and preregistration, Saturday, July 31. Waterplay starts at 4 p.m., cookout at 6 p.m. The church is located at 392 Belleview Rd.

Grace Baptist Church services are held on Sunday, 11 a.m. Frank Rodriguez is the pastor. All are welcome to attend. The church is located at 130 Setser Branch Rd.

Celebrate Recovery at Discover Church every Monday night at 6 p.m. Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12-step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain or addiction of any kind. Celebrate Recovery is a safe place to find community and freedom from the issues that are controlling our life. Free childcare up to five years old for attending parents. Discover Church is located at 47 Macon Center Dr (behind Bojangles). For more information, email cr@discover.church for questions.

Prentiss Church of God is holding Sunday worship service in its sanctuary beginning at 10:30 a.m. Social distancing is observed and safety measures are in place. Services are also streamed online on the Prentiss Church of God Facebook page. The church is located at 59 Church Hill Lane, off Addington Bridge Road. Phone: (828)369-3885.

Memorial United Methodist Church Anonymous Call-in Prayer Line. If you need prayer, call (828)369-0707. Leave a message with your prayer request, and the church will pray for you or whoever you request prayers for. You may also leave a request for a call back if you need one.

Tellico Baptist Church is now having in-person Sunday School at 10 a.m. and worship service at 11 a.m. inside the church building with the Reverend L. E. Angel. Everyone is welcome.

Everything Bagel-
Now hiring all positions Front and Back of the house, Apply in person!

Ferrara Pizza and Pasta Sylva-
Please apply in person any day during business hours
We are looking for both FOH and BOH employees! Part time hours are available immediately (10am-3pm) with opportunity for more hours in summer months. Weekend and summer availability is REQUIRED!

County Road Farms Nursery-
Seeking Full Time GreenHouse Assistant
Responsibilities include, but not limited to Customer Service, Plant Care & Maintenance, Ground Maintenance, Some Lifting, and Loading. Apply in person and for more information call 828-586-5515

Macon County Public Library
The Macon County Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic and energetic candidate to fill the part-time position of Library Assistant I/Courier driver. Macon County Public Library is a member of Fontana Regional Library, a public library system with six member libraries providing service in Jackson, Macon and Swain counties. The ideal candidate for the Library Assistant I will be a team player who can provide library services to meet the needs of the public. If you thrive in a rapidly changing environment while maintaining a friendly and helpful attitude, this may be the job for you. Job posting here

Macon County Dept. of Social Services
Child Welfare Social Workers needed. Advanced, professional-level casework providing protective and on-going case management services. Details at https://www.maconnc.org/.
To Apply – Complete State of NC Application PD-107 submitted to NC Works at 5 West Main St. Franklin, NC 28734.

Macon Citizens Habilities, Inc
Macon Group Home - Franklin
39 Hour Shift: Mon, Thurs, Fri (5PM-10PM) Sat, Sun (7AM-7PM) Iotla Group Home - Franklin

37.5 Hour Split ShiF: Mon-Fri (7AM-10AM, 5PM-9PM)

40 Hour ShiF: Mon-Thurs (11PM-9AM)

Jackson County-

Smoky Group Home - Sylva

32 Hour Shift: Fri (5PM-9PM) Sat and Sun (7AM-9PM)

34 Hour Shift: Thurs (5PM-9PM) Fri, Sat, Sun (11PM-9AM)

36 Hour Shift: Mon-Fri (6AM-11AM) Mon-Wed (5PM-9PM)

60 Hour Shift (7 on 7 off): Mon-Fri (4PM-9PM) Sat and Sun (7AM-10PM)

60 Hour Shitf (7 on 7 off): Mon-Fri (4PM-9PM) Sat and Sun (7AM-10PM)

Webster Group Home - Sylva (Webster Community)

19 Hour Shift: Mon (4p-9P) Sat and Sun (7A-2P)

19 Hour Shift: Tues (4p-9P) Sat and Sun (2P-9P)

22.5 Hour Shift: Mon-Fri (630AM-11AM)

35 Hour Shift: Fri (4P-9P) Sat and Sun (7A-10P)

Visit our Facebook Page "Macon Citizen HabliBes, Inc" for Benefits and Requirements.

Grandview Manor Care Center

We are looking to hire two individuals to join our personal care team! Both positions will work directly with our residents to ensure all of their needs are met.

We have an opening on our second shift (3PM-11PM) and an opening on our third shift (11PM-7AM). Both positions can be full or part-time and come with flexible scheduling, educational opportunities and a great team to work with. Please apply on here, or send us a direct message with any questions.

OLD EDWARDS INN & SPA Highlands, NC,

Marketing Administrative Assistant (PT), Graphic Design & Layout Professional, Marketer, Catering Manager, Assistant F&B Manager, Banquet Captain, Banquet Supervisor, Restaurant Reservationist, Host, Server, Breakfast Server, Server Assistant, Bartender, AM Sous Chef, Breakfast Cook, Cook, Assistant Pastry Chef, Pastry Sous-Chef, Pastry & Bread Cook, Dishwasher, Reservations Specialist, Front Desk Supervisor, Front Desk Agent, Bellman, Room Attendant, Houseman, 2nd Shift Laundry, Retail Associate, Fitness Manager, Spa Concierge, Massage Therapist, Spin Instructor. Special Retention Bonus, $1000 Full-time / $500 Part-time, For these Licensed Positions: Cosmetologist, Hair Stylist, Makeup Artist, Nail Tech. Benefits and PTO for Full-time Apply online: www.oldedwardsinn.com/careers

Hampton Inn Franklin

Front Desk Person Fri thru Sunday 8am-4pm $9.45 Personable & Reliable, Housekeepers full and part-time $9.25. Applications at front desk 244 Cunningham Rd., No phone calls.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina,

a nonprofit mentoring organization is searching for a part-time (20 hours a week) Program Coordinator of its Swain County branch. Under the supervision of the Executive and Assistant Director, the Program Coordinator proactively performs the leadership role in the program team approach in the areas of enrollment and matching. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in social work or related human services field. Experience in related field is desired, but not required. Ability to travel within service area and to work flexible hours, including weekends, is required. To learn more, including job responsibilities and how to apply, visit https://www.bbbswnc.org/job-openings/.

Jackson County Parks and Recreation

Is recruiting for a Seasonal Park Worker (weekends) to clean and perform daily trash pick-up of the parks and restrooms. This employee will also perform general duties such as basic plumbing, general repair, painting, landscaping, mowing and other duties as needed. Work Period is March - October. Work Schedule: Friday through Monday, 32 hours per weekend. High School Diploma or GED required and possess a valid NC Driver license. Prefer at least one year of landscaping or general maintenance experience. To apply, submit an Application for Employment to the Sylva branch of the NCWorks Career Center or the Jackson County Human Resources Office. https://www.jacksonnc.org/employment-opportunities Closing Date: 2/12/2021.

Habitat for Humanity of Macon/Jackson County
Habitat needs volunteers to share some their skills or gain some experience learning new ones. From carpentry to cleaning, marketing to moral support, computer skills, planning and organizing or just plain common sense, the greatest gift you could ever give is your time. Any amount is good. Some great times, lasting friendships and rewarding experiences await. Call (828)369-3716 or (828)371-5442.

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