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Recreation in the Carolina Foothills

January 8, 2012 By the Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce

With the waterfalls, mountains and rolling hills of the piedmont, recreation is almost unlimited. Polk County has luxurious golf courses, horse farms, fishing, boating and mountain biking to name just a few outdoor activities. There are also major national events: the Block House Steeplechase, held by the Tryon Riding & Hunt Club in April for over 64 consecutive years and the Blue Ridge Barbecue Festival, site of the NC State Barbecue Championship, which draws cooking teams, judges and culinary professionals from all over the country each June. The Sherlock Holmes Festival in November is also a popular event, but does not take place annually.

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TRYON THEATER was built in 1939 as a combination movie and vaudeville theatre. First-run current movies are shown at 8:00 p.m. Wed-Sat, with a 3 p.m. Sunday matinee. Foreign and art films are shown every other Monday and Tuesday night. The community minded owner also periodically hosts local performers and nonprofit events on the theatre’s large stage. 828-859-6811

One of Polk County’s most notable cultural resources is the TRYON FINE ARTS CENTER understanding and appreciating the visual and performing arts through sponsoring local, national and international performances and exhibits.

POLK COUNTY VETERANS SERVICES, offering citizens over age 60 a warm and friendly setting for fellowship, good meals, and varied recreation, is a popular spot for our seniors, located in Columbus, NC, 828-894-0003, website: http://polknc.org/departments/vetservices/index.php

FENCE (Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, Inc.) offers horse shows, bird walks, nature walks and wildflower walks. Many classes are available at this unique facility located on over 250 acres of rolling pastures, forests and foothills. Website: http://www.fence.org

PEARSON’S FALLS GLEN is a serene botanical preserve comprised of 268 acres of over 200 species of native plants, a wellmaintained ¼ mile moderate hike to a 90 foot waterfall. Owned and maintained by the members of the Tryon Garden Club since 1931. Nominal admission fees go towards maintenance of Glen. 828-749-3031, website: www.pearsonsfalls.org

TRYON YOUTH CENTER provides an outlet for the younger citizens of Polk County. Hiking, canoeing and dances are among their activities. Polk County recreation offers baseball, basketball, gymnastics, soccer, swimming, karate and girl’s softball for youth. Adults can participate in aerobics, swimming, karate and men’s basketball.

BLUE RIDGE BBQ FESTIVAL: Each June, a very special weekend has rolled around for the citizens of Polk County. The Blue Ridge Barbecue & Music Festival fills the air with the smell of barbecue, the sounds of happy crowds and terrific music, and the sights of quality crafts, people of all ages, and incredible cooker teams from all over the country. The Festival draws over 20,000 in attendance, has a tram system for transportation to and from vehicles, free parking, features an exceptional juried-craft fair, a variety of musicians on two stages. Harmon Field in Tryon is the location of this fun-filled weekend as guests gather to sample Polk County’s own southern hospitality and charm. The Festival is successful thanks to the hundreds of area residents who dedicate their time as volunteers during this weekend. For additional information or to sign up as a volunteer for the Festival, call the Blue Ridge BBQ Office, located in the Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce building, at 828-859-RIBS (7427). Website: www.blueridgebbqfestival.com

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Bites for Boosting Your Business in April 2023

April 13, 2023
(8:00 AM-9:30 AM)

Come join the Chamber for this Morning Learning Session! (8:00 – 8:30 a.m. – Breakfast bites and networking) 

This Quarter’s Topic: Story to Sell 

Shannon Zimmerman has an MFA in fiction writing and is a published author. She has 15 years of experience with Parsons Corporation as a copywriter and corporate storyteller, making her uniquely qualified to guide you in your own business storytelling for marketing and SEO purposes. Come learn the following and walk away with a plan to boost your business!

  • What is brand storytelling?
  • Why do businesses need to storytell in their marketing?
  • 7-Step Brand Story Framework
  • Come away with a 1-page messaging doc for all the copy needed for website, blog, ads, and email marketing
  • Practical applications for applying the messaging 

Special thanks to our 2023 Raffle Prize Sponsor: Voisin Enterprises 

Space is limited, so please RSVP

Cost: Free

Location: Looking Glass Realty, 108 East Main Street Saluda, NC

Contact: Sarah Leatham (828)-606-1740


Business After Hours April 2023

April 27, 2023
(5:30 PM-7:30 PM)

HOSTED BY:   BRIGHT’S CREEK CLUB

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The premier networking events for business professionals.

  1. Gain more exposure for your business
  2. Network with other business persons in the area
  3. Discuss and share ideas
  4. Learn about and tour other local businesses
  5. Find contacts and resources that will benefit you and your business

This is your time to network and get out there in the community. Bring your business cards and even a door prize to promote your business even more.

There will be food and refreshments served.

Cost: Free

Location: Bright’s Creek Club 335 Clubhouse, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Contact: Chamber Office (828)-859-6236


Business After Hours May 2023

May 25, 2023
(5:30 PM-7:30 PM)

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TILE SPECIALTIES/COLUMBUS DESIGN CENTER

202 E. Mills St. Columbus NC 28722

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The premier networking events for business professionals.

  1. Gain more exposure for your business
  2. Network with other business persons in the area
  3. Discuss and share ideas
  4. Learn about and tour other local businesses
  5. Find contacts and resources that will benefit you and your business

This is your time to network and get out there in the community. Bring your business cards and even a door prize to promote your business even more.

There will be food and refreshments served.

Cost: Free

Location: Tile Specialties 202 East Mills Street, Columbus NC

Contact: Chamber Office (828)-859-6236


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