WCU (Western Carolina University hosts Native American Expo

November 10 - 12, 2014   Native American Expo   The fifth annual Native American Expo at Western Carolina University including a series of events and presentations centered on Native American values, traditions and culture. 

The Native American Expo provides a venue for the campus community to learn more about Native American identity. It also provides an opportunity for participants to engage in dialogue about community, family, and societal roles/expectations of various Native American tribes. 

For more information on the Native American Expo, contact Intercultural Affairs at ICA@wcu.edu or (828) 227-2276. 

 Western Carolina University is located in Cullowhee NC just north of Sylva. The school and its facilities offer a variety of events for both students and the public. Check the WCU event calendar here. 

 

Asheville Cinema Festival Returns for a 4th Year

November 6 - 9, 2014    Asheville Cinema Festival   This is Asheville's 4th annual festival and offers 40 films including a mix of feature-length movies and shorts. Downtown Asheville viewing venues are the Asheville Community Theatre, Altamont Theatre, The Fine Arts Theatre and the Masonic Temple theater. 

Opening Night Film Thursday Screening: “The Imitation Game” - $25 (Price includes the after party located at the Century Room of Pack’s Tavern where you will receive complimentary appetizers and a cash bar and Previews of the slate of films with be shown).  Additionally, there will be a stand up performance by Tom DiMenna, one of the filmmakers whose film, “Bologna Warrior” is included in the line-up.

Closing Night Film: Sunday Screening “The Face of Love”  stars Annette Bening, Ed Harris and Robin Williams,  which was one of Robin Williams’ last films, a film about love wrapped in mystery. It will screen on Sunday, November 8th @ 7pm at the Asheville Community Theatre. All the films slated for this year’s festival whether documentary, animation, narrative drama, short films, student films or comedy promise to make you
laugh, make you cry, scare you or make you think.  $10. All other screening tickets are $8, $5 for students. VIP passes available.

VIP PASSES: One VIP Pass = $100 Two VIP Passes = $175 The VIP Pass benefits include: 1. A Guaranteed seat for The Opening and Closing Night Films. 2. The Opening Night Film Reception at the Century Room at Pack’s Tavern with complimentary appetizers and a cash bar. 3. The 2014 Award’s Party hosted by Strada Restaurant in downtown Asheville on Saturday night, November 8th with Strada providing appetizers and a cash bar. ACF will occupy the entire restaurant for the unveiling and presentation of ‘Mythosa, the Godd.

Fall Trout Fishing in the Smokies

November 7 - 9. 2014   The Rumble in the Rhododendron Fly Fishing Tournament   $10,000 in prize money awarded to 1st place team ($5,000), 2nd place team ($3,000) and 3rd place team ($2,000) 

This two person team fly fishing competition is held on the 2.2 miles of Trophy, Catch-and-Release water on the Cherokee Reservation. A modified fips mouche format will be used with a tag out system being incorporated as only one team member may fish at a time. 

Fishing sessions are three hours long. Registration fee includes tournament registration for two people, competitor swag, several meals during the competition and more.

Watch a video of the Rumble in the Rhododendron HERE. 

For Cherokee lodging, information and rentals  visit the Cherokee NC Guide. 

Final Spots of Fall Leaf Color in Lower Elevations

Final Leaf Color Report for 2014 Season: YES - there is still some fall color! Although the unexpected and early snow caused closures on the Parkway and parts of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park along with taking down most of the remaining fall leaves, color can still be seen in many valleys and the lowest elevations. You will find the most of the lingering color in the Chimney Rock and Lake James areas and the southwest mountains. 

Get links for details and photos on the NC Mountain News Guide.