The North Carolina Foothills Division of the March of Dimes is excited to announce two “dine-out nights” in Boone when local restaurants will donate a percentage of their sales to the March of Dimes. On Thursday, July 16, 2009, Sagebrush Steakhouse in Boone will donate 10% of all checks accompanied by a donation voucher to [...]
Freebie Friday: Chick-Fil-A Breakfast and a Heavy Duty Gardening Set!
12 Jun posted by
Chick-Fil-A of Boone has been doing some amazing things to get out into the community and get feedback from you! Local owner, Bing Oliver and the team have taken the plunge into the virtual world, starting with their new website, and then the new Facebook Page. Two days in, and they already have more fans [...]
Let Me Serve You, and Give to the Hospitality House
6 Apr posted by
Two-dozen High Country eateries serve up food, fun and charity for Celebrity Serve 2009. Come let me serve you at Glidewell’s in Blowing Rock! The annual Boone Celebrity Serve, which raised more than $50,000 last year, will benefit the Hospitality House’s Giving Hope a Hand Combined Campaign for building and operating a new homeless shelter [...]
Freebie Friday Saturday: Mommy Cards from Bizcard.com
14 Mar posted by
I remember my first introduction to the concept of “Mommy Cards.” The idea is that you have a business-card-like thing to had to people that you meet at the park, or friends from school, with your contact information on it. That way, they are reminded of the parent’s names, and can contact you for playdates, [...]
Hayes Performing Arts Center Presents: ‘Lady Bird, Pat & Betty: Tea for Three’
11 Mar posted by
The Hayes Performing Arts Center in Blowing Rock is a local gem that provides enriching, educational and fun activities for children and adults. My first foray into the beautiful building that houses the Blowing Rock Stage Company was the performance of A High Country Christmas Carol, which I thoroughly enjoyed! This Sunday, they will offer [...]
Deep Gap: Home Cookin’ and Community Support
4 Mar posted by
Behind the counter of Blue Ridge Diner hangs a white board. You would think the board would hold the daily specials, however this board lists the names of local people and families who need prayers. Only in a local diner with everyday regulars would you find this sort of thing, and owner Tina Watson wouldn’t [...]
A Great Time Was Had By All, Thanks to Glidewell’s, Stick Boy and Others
2 Mar posted by
Well, we had our first annual High Country Mom Squad Birthday Party last Thursday at Glidewell’s Restaurant in Blowing Rock. It was such a fun night, I didn’t want to have to go home! I’ve known Mary Kelly Glidewell for several years, and she actually went to the same High School as my husband! It’s [...]
Mom Squad’s First Birthday: RSVP here!
26 Feb posted by
Save the Date! Mom’s Night Out for The Mom Squad’s First Birthday Thursday, February 26, 6:30-9:00 PM at Glidewell’s Restaurant in Blowing Rock We are SO excited to announce that the Mom Squad is turning one year old this month! We have officially entered toddler-hood, only without the temper tantrums! PW and Mary Kelly Glidewell [...]
It’s Mardi Gras at Joes Italian Kitchen
13 Jan posted by
Review-a-Palooza #2: Stick Boy Bread Company
7 Dec posted by
Have you ever been to Stick Boy Bread Company, right across from ASU in Boone? Stick boy is Boone’s only true artisan bakery, but they offer much more than just bread! I have known the local owners Carson and Mindy Coatney for several years, aHigh Country Mom Squad: Family Friendly Fun Near Boone, NC › [...]
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