Archive for the ‘Events’ Category

Transylvania Sesquicentennial (150 Years Young)Thursday, January 20th, 2011

Brevard is located in Western NC in the county of Transylvania. Transylvania County is celebrating it’s sesquicentennial in 2011. Click on the logo to read about the events that lead to where we are today and molds where we are going in the future.

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10 Highway Safety Tips for Christmas TravelMonday, December 20th, 2010

Christmas week is here again and with it comes millions of Americans taking road trips, large and small. Drivers must be prepared for everything from snow and ice to sleep-deprived travelers. To help make sure you are prepared, America’s Road Team Captains, elite professional truck drivers, offers the following advice on how to navigate throughRead More

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2010 Holiday Tour of Homes in Transylvania CountyThursday, December 9th, 2010

The Transylvania Community Arts Council in Brevard will hold its annual fundraiser the Holiday Tour of Homes on Saturday, December 11th from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm. Tickets to this event are $30. Tickets are now on sale by calling 884-2787. The tour this year will feature homes throughout Transylvania County from Brevard to Rosman.Read More

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Santa’s Palette in Brevard NCMonday, December 6th, 2010

Have you started your Holiday shopping yet? The Transylvania Community Arts Council invites you to start that holiday shopping at their Santa’s Palette – Holiday Show & Sale going on now thru December 17. This art sale features high-quality hand-made items created by local artists. Artwork featured includes kudzu baskets, holiday dolls, folk art, cards,Read More

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Brevard Twilight Tour – 2010Monday, November 29th, 2010

The downtown streets of Brevard are transformed into a magical world of holiday cheer during the Heart of Brevard’s 23rd Annual Twilight Tour,December 4th, 2010. Our Twilight Tour takes a turn back in time, celebrating mountain traditions.  Get a glimpse of the various downtown shops and restaurants by hitching a horse carriage ride at any of theRead More

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Happy Thanksgiving to One and All!Thursday, November 25th, 2010

Thanksgiving is one of the most popular holidays in the United States today. No matter what you are giving thanks for this year, it’s a great opportunity to spend time with family and friends, share stories and relax. Enjoy some of these fun facts from Thanksgiving2010.net The holiday would not be the same however withoutRead More

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Brevard Little Theater Presents-Harvey A Whimsical DramaThursday, November 18th, 2010

The humorous, Pulitzer Prize-winning drama that has delighted audiences for decades. When the affable Elwood P. Dowd introduces his imaginary friend Harvey–a six-foot, three-inch tall rabbit–to guests at a society party, his sister has seen as much of his eccentric behavior as she can tolerate; she decides to have him committed to a sanitarium toRead More

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Brevard NC Business Achievers Win AwardsMonday, November 15th, 2010

In keeping with Transylvania County’s 2010 – 2012 Economic Development Strategic Plan Goal 1 Supporting Existing Business with a  key element to celebrate success and recognition of achievement, four local business owners and three winners of this year’s business plan competition were honored at a special reception on October 25 at the Library. “Businesses of theRead More

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11 Obsolete Products Still Manufactured TodaySaturday, November 6th, 2010

According to BusinessInsider.com, Sony announced October 25th that its iconic Walkman player will no longer be manufactured. 31 years ago, the Walkman revolutionized the portability of music. It is surprising the Walkman is still around at all. Here are other obsolete products sited by BusinessInsider.com still being manufactured. 35mm Film – “Old school” photographers can stillRead More

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2010 General Election Transylvania County, NC 11-2-2010Thursday, October 28th, 2010

Keeping informed of the issues is important as election day approaches. Below is the listing of the Transylvania County Contests along with a link to a recorded candidates forum hosted by the Brevard/Transylvania Chamber of Commerce. It is our Right and Privilege to VOTE! Please exercise your right and privilege. Click on the WSQL Logo to hear the recorded candidates forum. 2010Read More

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