Avery Centennial celebrations approach
Kevin Holden / (kevin.holden@averyjournal.com)
With summer on the way, Avery County’s Centennial Celebration is kicking into high gear with activities and special events scheduled throughout the season.
On Saturday, June 4, the Avery County Heritage Festival returns to Newland. On Sunday, June 5, author and historian Dr. Lloyd Bailey will be honored at a reception from 1 to 3 p.m., and local authors Michael Hardy and Sharyn McCrumb will sign books from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Avery County Public Library in Newland.
The big weekend-long Centennial Celebration in Newland will be held from Friday to Sunday, July 29 to 31.
Throughout the weekend, attendees will enjoy food, music, crafts, vendors and activities for kids. Celebrants can visit historical displays at the Avery County Historical Museum, the rock gymnasium and around town. A quilt show and demonstrations will be held at the Avery County Library.
The festivities kick off on Friday, July 29, at Newland’s Riverwalk with a classic car Cruz-in and sock hop dance. Fireworks will follow after dark.
On Saturday, July 30, the Centennial Parade will wind through Newland beginning at 11 a.m. and a ceremony will be conducted at 1 p.m. on the Courthouse Square to honor North Carolina’s 100th county in its 100th year.
On Sunday, July 31, praise bands will honor Avery County’s Christian heritage.
Many other events fill out the summer, including Independence Day celebrations and weekly concerts in Newland, Banner Elk and Beech Mountain.
Read The Avery Journal-Times to stay updated on scheduled events.