MCPL: Chess Club for Kids - Open Play

Macon County Public Library | 149 Siler Farm Road, Franklin, NC 28734
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Drop-in session for kids to practice playing chess.

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Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony
NOV 11

Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony

The Town of Franklin’s Veterans Day parade leaves Franklin Town Hall at 10:30 a.m. and travels to the Gazeb...

Traditional Handbuilding Pottery Methods
NOV 11 - NOV 18

Traditional Handbuilding Pottery Methods

Hands-on pottery class led by Georgann Lanich covering three pre-wheel pottery methods. Participants create...

Traditional Handbuilding Pottery Methods
NOV 11 - NOV 18

Traditional Handbuilding Pottery Methods

Hands-on pottery class led by Georgann Lanich covering three pre-wheel pottery methods. Participants create...

Art Exhibition Opening - November 12
NOV 12 - NOV 13

Art Exhibition Opening - November 12

Opening reception for the fall art exhibition “Field Notes,” featuring paintings by Chris Bell and guest ce...

Finding Nemo — Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts Tickets
NOV 13

Finding Nemo — Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts Tickets

Finding Nemo Venue: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts Performers: Finding Nemo Event date: 2026...

A Very Victorian Thanksgiving
NOV 13

A Very Victorian Thanksgiving

Meet our Victorian-dressed naturalist on the back patio of the Interpretive Center for a fun talk about Vic...

Finding Nemo- The Musical! Live On Stage!
NOV 13

Finding Nemo- The Musical! Live On Stage!

Finding Nemo- The Musical! Live On Stage! Finding Nemo follows Marlin, an anxious and over-protective fathe...

Ask the Naturalist
NOV 13

Ask the Naturalist

Our Park Naturalist will be at the campground Trading Post to answer questions about the park and share som...

Tallulah Tour and Tea
NOV 13 - NOV 14

Tallulah Tour and Tea

Tallulah Gorge State Park cordially invites you to tea! Join us for a walk along the North Rim Trail as you...

Southern Vantage LIVE at Marina Station
NOV 13 - NOV 14

Southern Vantage LIVE at Marina Station

Live music from Southern Vantage at Marina Station.

Mountain Regency Dance Society
NOV 13 - NOV 14

Mountain Regency Dance Society

English Country Dancing for Teens & Young Adults! Step back in time and discover the beauty, joy, and f...

Triple H Youth Rodeo
NOV 14 - NOV 15

Triple H Youth Rodeo

Youth Rodeo Series

Forging Fundamentals
NOV 14

Forging Fundamentals

A beginner-friendly, hands-on blacksmithing class with John Scroggin. Participants use fire, hammer, and an...

Mini Poplar Bark Basketmaking for Christmas Ornaments
NOV 14

Mini Poplar Bark Basketmaking for Christmas Ornaments

Make a miniature folded poplar-bark basket ornament while learning an Appalachian basketmaking tradition. T...

Basic Woodcarving
NOV 14

Basic Woodcarving

Learn folk-art woodcarving techniques from heritage skill expert Brian Ledford. Participants receive a carv...

Mini Poplar Bark Basketmaking for Christmas Ornaments
NOV 14

Mini Poplar Bark Basketmaking for Christmas Ornaments

Make a miniature folded poplar-bark basket ornament while learning an Appalachian basketmaking tradition. T...

Basic Woodcarving
NOV 14

Basic Woodcarving

Learn folk-art woodcarving techniques from heritage skill expert Brian Ledford. Participants receive a carv...

Basic Woodcarving
NOV 14

Basic Woodcarving

Learn folk-art woodcarving techniques from heritage skill expert Brian Ledford. Participants receive a carv...

Forging Fundamentals
NOV 14

Forging Fundamentals

A beginner-friendly, hands-on blacksmithing class with John Scroggin. Participants use fire, hammer, and an...

Triple H Youth Rodeo at Rabun Arena
NOV 14 - NOV 15

Triple H Youth Rodeo at Rabun Arena

The Triple H Youth Rodeo series comes to Rabun Arena in Tiger, with young riders competing throughout the day.

Nature Journaling at the Overlook
NOV 14

Nature Journaling at the Overlook

Join our Park Naturalist for a morning of Nature Journaling at the Overlook. We will be introduced to the c...

WNC Collectacon
NOV 14

WNC Collectacon

A gathering for sports fans, Pokémon trainers, and card collectors, with vendors and opportunities to buy,...

Toys for Tots Cruise-In
NOV 14

Toys for Tots Cruise-In

Countryside Chevrolet, along with Macon County Elves, hosts the annual Toys for Tots Cruise-In and Fundrais...

Live Music at FROGs Barry Roma
NOV 14

Live Music at FROGs Barry Roma

Froq Quarters on the Greenway features local musicians just about every Saturday during the season. Come en...

Whitewater Watch Hike
NOV 14

Whitewater Watch Hike

Watch this bi-annual kayaking event up-close from the splash zone! The hike is considered highly strenuous...

Happening at the Mill - UCHI DE: Within
NOV 14 - NOV 15

Happening at the Mill - UCHI DE: Within

​“Uchi De: Within”, an exhibition at @habershammills Nov. 14-15, 2026 will feature original art by @marialo...

Let's Get Japanesee! Iaido demonstration & Onigiri action
NOV 14

Let's Get Japanesee! Iaido demonstration & Onigiri action

Experience Japanese culture, learn something new, and enjoy making onigiri together.

2ND SATURDAY: Artist Talks
NOV 14

2ND SATURDAY: Artist Talks

Meet Hambidge residents and gain insight into their creative processes. Participants gather at the Antinori...

Second Chance Prom
NOV 14

Second Chance Prom

Get ready to dance the night away and relive your prom memories at the epic Second Chance Prom!

Light Up Hiawassee - Free Outdoor Screening of The Polar Express and Elf
NOV 14 - NOV 15

Light Up Hiawassee - Free Outdoor Screening of The Polar Express and Elf

A family holiday evening on Hiawassee Town Square with free photos with Santa, decorating the square, and a...

Gazers of the Galaxy at Brasstown Bald
NOV 15

Gazers of the Galaxy at Brasstown Bald

An astronomy evening at Georgia's highest point with the Atlanta Astronomy Club. Participants can learn abo...

Voodoo Tramps at Brews And Cues in Franklin NC
NOV 15

Voodoo Tramps at Brews And Cues in Franklin NC

Voodoo Tramps return to Brews & Cues in Franklin, NC.

Whitewater Watch Hike
NOV 15

Whitewater Watch Hike

Watch this bi-annual kayaking event up-close from the splash zone! The hike is considered highly strenuous...

Turkey Escape STEM Challenge
NOV 16

Turkey Escape STEM Challenge

Build an escape method for a turkey!

Kids Art with the Bascom - November
NOV 17

Kids Art with the Bascom - November

Children's art with the Bascom.

Bluejazz Sky Valley Christmas Party
NOV 18 - NOV 19

Bluejazz Sky Valley Christmas Party

A holiday music event presented by Bluejazz at Sky Valley Country Club.

November Mahjong Group Play
NOV 19

November Mahjong Group Play

Mahjong group play at Julep Farms with lunch, a beverage, and petite dessert. Participants should bring the...

MCPL: Winter Birds with Mainspring Conservation Trust
NOV 19

MCPL: Winter Birds with Mainspring Conservation Trust

Nature program focused on winter birds, presented with Mainspring Conservation Trust.

Knitting Class
NOV 19

Knitting Class

Beginners welcome!

Old Tyme Contra & Community Dance of Macon County, NC
NOV 19 - NOV 20

Old Tyme Contra & Community Dance of Macon County, NC

We dance from March to November: Third Thursday evening of the month at the Macon County Public Library: le...

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