The Barefoot Baby Foundation and Centro Unido Latin America will host a free family beach day at Lake James State Park.
- PHOTOS BY RANDAL CALDWELL
Last weekend, McDowell County's Fourth Annual Trails & Trains Festival welcomed outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the trails, waterfalls and natural surroundings of Old Fort and the Pisgah National Forest.
- Mike Conley
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- Mike Conley
During the festival, there will be a variety of vendors such as gold dealers, gold mining equipment dealers, gemstone-themed vendors, hand crafters, nonprofit organizations and more.
- By JULIE MCKINNEY Program & outreach librarian, McDowell County Public Library
Here is a list of what is happening at the McDowell County Public Library in June.
- Billy Chapman
McDowell County will host three festivals this weekend.
- Mike Conley
“This event is about more than sharing information; it’s about building connections."
The fourth annual Trails & Trains Festival welcomes outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the trails, waterfalls and natural surroundings of Old Fort and the Pisgah National Forest.
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The festival will take place from 5-9 p.m. on Main Street in downtown Marion.
John Carson was the builder of the Carson House.
“We’re so excited to have Father Castello here in person to host the conversation with Father James Martin for us virtually,” said Stephen Knight, co-owner of Bigfoot Books & Brews.
Lottery “winners” will be able to purchase a maximum of six tickets.
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