Things to Do in and around Murphy NC

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John C Campbell Folk School Fall Festival 2010

By johnpoltrock | Published: October 6, 2010

Every year, The John C. Campbell Folk School hosts one of my personal favorite Fall Festivals in Murphy, NC. Thousands of people flock to the small town of Brasstown, NC to celebrate the changing of the seasons. This year was no different. It was great! There were lots of people and some really good vendors … Continue reading John C Campbell Folk School Fall Festival 2010

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Labor Day and The Heritage Walk in Murphy NC

By johnpoltrock | Published: September 4, 2010

Happy Labor Day weekend! Labor Day always proves to be a wonderful weekend for relaxation, family, fun, and The Heritage Walk in Murphy NC! It is sponsored by the Heritage Partners and is the perfect opportunity to see some of Murphy’s very unique history. Our very own Mayor, Bill Hughes, is one of the tour … Continue reading Labor Day and The Heritage Walk in Murphy NC

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Gardens in Murphy NC

By johnpoltrock | Published: August 30, 2010

Gardens are a large part of Appalachian culture. Families have grown large gardens for generations because the mountains are not known for enormous farms like much of the South, but more subsistence style farming. Gardens continue that tradition today. No longer out of need in most cases, folks plant their own gardens and enjoy the … Continue reading Gardens in Murphy NC

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Toastmasters in Murphy NC

By johnpoltrock | Published: June 28, 2010

It’s almost here! Toastmasters is close to having a club right here in Murphy NC! We are working to build our 20 required initial members and then we will be official. When: Monday nights at 6:30 Where: currently at RBC Bank in downtown Who: Call me if you’re interested and I can give you more … Continue reading Toastmasters in Murphy NC

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Boat Marinas in Murphy NC on Lake Hiwassee

By johnpoltrock | Published: May 16, 2010

Now that Lake Hiwassee is full of water and the weather in Murphy NC is really getting nice and warm, now is the time to be enjoying the lake! To help with that, we are fortunate to have several good boat marinas here in Murphy. Most of them are smaller, local family operations – which … Continue reading Boat Marinas in Murphy NC on Lake Hiwassee

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John C Campbell Folk School Fall Festival was a Blast in Murphy / Brasstown NC!!

By johnpoltrock | Published: November 6, 2009

Every year, the John C Campbell Folk School in Brasstown NC welcomes thousands of people from all over the United States to their annual Fall Festival – and this year’s was great! There were lots of vendors and artists who brought their talent and crafts for sale at the hundreds of vendor tents.   Not … Continue reading John C Campbell Folk School Fall Festival was a Blast in Murphy / Brasstown NC!!

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Scott Hogsed Memorial Youth Day a Blast for the Children in Murphy NC

By johnpoltrock | Published: August 24, 2009

This Saturday was an absolute blast! More than 600 kids in the Murphy, North Carolina area met in the Martins Creek / Brasstown area to enjoy one major event – the Scott Hogsed Memorial Youth Day. Every year for the past four or five years, Scott Hogsed Memorial Day has been orchestrated in August by … Continue reading Scott Hogsed Memorial Youth Day a Blast for the Children in Murphy NC

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Fall is the time for Food, Fun, Frolicking! And Real Estate!

By johnpoltrock | Published: August 9, 2009

Fall is in the air!  You can most defiantly tell with the trees starting to turn in the higher elevations, cool crisp mornings and to die for evenings.  I think Fall is my favorite time of the year. Pumpkins, mums, pansies, Halloween, trees and festivals are just a few reason why.  If you check out … Continue reading Fall is the time for Food, Fun, Frolicking! And Real Estate!

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John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown NC is a Great Place to Learn just about Anything!

By johnpoltrock | Published: June 22, 2009

It’s not always just about real estate, it’s about the natural beauty of a place and the things there are to do there. The John C. Campbell Folk School is an excellent combination of both. In the mountains of Brasstown, North Carolina, a school exists with the motto, “I sing behind the plow.” The school … Continue reading John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown NC is a Great Place to Learn just about Anything!

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Hanging Dog US Forest Service Campground in Murphy, North Carolina

By johnpoltrock | Published: February 7, 2009

Murphy, North Carolina is known for its natural beauty and resources, and the US Forest Service maintains an excellent facility in Hanging Dog. The Nantahala National Forest has camping sites set up and ready, bath facilities, two public boat ramps on Lake Hiwassee, group picnic shelter, bike riding, trail heads, and much more. Because it is … Continue reading Hanging Dog US Forest Service Campground in Murphy, North Carolina

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