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Hello,
Wow - we've had the best spring so far! We've held on to the mild spring temperatures and the plants are loving it! Dogwood and ornamental cherry blossoms abound as you drive through the First Peak, as do new leaves in every shade of spring green - it is an outstanding time for a visit to our area. Don't miss our spring woodland wildflowers and outdoor events that this area is known for! Book a cabin or an inn that fits your style. The Steeplechase is the First Peak’s biggest and most exciting equestrian event of the year. Join the crowds that come for the thundering of hooves as they navigate a challenging course over several races.
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April 23rd is Block House Steeplechase Day!
We invite you to take in the sights, sounds and heart pounding excitement of the 65th running of the Block House Steeplechase on Saturday, April 23, 2011. The Block House is the longest running steeplechase in the state of North Carolina, occurring continuously since 1947.
Make plans now to spend a day at the races, then enjoy a great weekend here in the mountains. Our wonderful inns/B&Bs and vacation rentals are eager to welcome you and offer specials for the weekend! Check these out and get your tickets today. See you at the races!
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Enjoy Great Food during Easter Weekend
 The Steeplechase isn't the only fun thing happening on Easter Weekend. Many of our fine inns and restaurants are offereing special Easter meals. So check out these options and make your reservations today!
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Spring Beauty...
 It is just gorgeous here right now. I know spring is lovely everywhere, but springtime in the mountains is a special thing. The wildflowers like trillium and foam flower are blooming in abundance at Pearson's Falls. They are open daily and have 2 guided wildflower walks coming up this month. And let's not forget that after enjoying all those woodland beauties, you end up at a magnificent 90-foot waterfall!
All our early blooms have faded away and we are in the late spring phase - azaleas, dogwoods, ornamental cherries, etc. are wowing us in Columbus, Tryon and Green Creek. We can watch the spring greens creeping up the mountin, where Saluda and the surrounding areas are a week or two behind us. Come see us. Read More...
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Green Blades Garden Club 2011Tour of Homes
 This event comes up once every other year and it's well worth the wait. Tour six homes in the First Peak area featuring a variety of architectural styles. On Saturday, April 30, come take a sneak peek into all those beautiful homes you've admired from the road. Get the details and see the featured homes. In conjunction with this event is the Art and Garden Bazaar in downtown Tryon, where vendors set up selling all kinds of plants, garden sculpture and art. Read More...
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8th Annual Saluda Arts Festival
 Join us for this wonderfully popular annual event on May 21, now in its 8th year, as the town of Saluda celebrates the talent of more than 50 outstanding local artists and craftspeople from Western North Carolina and the Upstate of South Carolina. This year will be extra special as the town is also celebrating its 130th birthday! Come and soak up the beauty and creativity that is on display. Buy wonderful pieces for your home or office or as gifts for friends and family. Go home happy from the amazing music, delicious food and wonderful people, then plan to come back again next year! Read More...
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Upcoming Events
April 2011
Live Music Calendar for April
Sunday, April 17
Montanna Skies Perform Concert at The Purple Onion
Tuesdays, April 19 and 26
Pearson's Falls Guided Wildflower Walks
Saturday, April 23
65th Annual Block House Steeplechase
Easter Sunday, April 24
Restaurants with Easter Plans
Saturday, April 30
Green Blades Garden Club 2011 Tour of Homes
Saturday, April 30
Art and Garden Bazaar in Downtown Tryon
Sunday, May 8
Sunday in the Park - Log Cabin Americana Concert
Thurs.-Sat., May 19-21
The Annual BMW Charity Pro-Am at Bright's Creek
Saturday, May 21
8th Annual Saluda Arts & Music Festival
Fri. & Sat., June 10-11
18th Annual Blue Ridge BBQ and Music Festival
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See Ya Soon
Whether you love live music, spring wildflowers, horses, wineries or waterfalls, it's time to start planning your next visit to the First Peak of the Blue Ridge. As always, stay tuned in to our web site for the latest events and specials, www.firstpeaknc.com. We look foward to seeing you! Call or e-mail and let us know how we can help.
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