Saluda Property & Real Estate

A Quick Saluda Market Update

(compares last year's sales with the same period this year as of July 31, 2013). 

Sales               Closed   Pending 

Homes 2013     18         3     

Homes 2012     16         0   

Land 2013         11         4         

Land 2012           5         0

Foreclosures-REO-Short Sales

Saluda - 3 homes

Polk County - 13 Homes 

Data taken from Western NC multiple listing service.

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Sept 14        Charlie Ward Memorial BBQ 

November     Green River Narrows Race

December     Hometown Christmas 

Hotdogs & Fixings - Live Music - Raffle Drawing

The Party Place & Event Center

Friday, August  9, 6pm -8:30pm - Price is $15.00

Sizzling Dancing in a Cool Town (Saluda) and Place (the Saluda Center and Party and Event Place)!

The next lesson at the Saluda Center is Monday, August 19 from 7-8:30pm with music by our favorite fiddler Alan Dillman. Even if you have never "contra-ed," you can attend this and learn the basics and then graduate on to some more movements. It is great exercise and a HUGE amount of fun! You cannot contra without smiling so it is good for the head and the heart. We are offering these lessons to folks who may just be here in the summer, and of course, everyone is welcome! It is an excellent family activity, and we are having the lesson on a Monday night so it will not interfere with weekend activities. We are paying the caller/teacher so donations are requested.

The next Blue Ridge Contra Dance is Tuesday, August 27 at the Party Place and Event Center here in Saluda. Lessons from 7-7:30 and

Check out the website partyplaceandeventcenter.com and go under gallery to see a video of one of our dances. You'll even smile at the video!

See us on Facebook at Blue Ridge Contra Dancers! See you at the dance!

All Saluda School students, past and present, and teachers--anyone who has ever attended-- are invited to the Saluda School Reunion.  It will be held August 16, 2013 at the Party Place and Event Center (Jamboree).  Price is $23/person and includes hors d'oeuvres, BBQ and chicken dinner buffet, facility, and gratuity. Social and reunion hour will begin at 6:00pm with punch and snacks, followed with dinner at 7:00pm. Door prizes will be given away, too!  Please mail checks to be received no later than Monday, August 12. Checks payable to Peggy Johnson, PO Box 187, E Flat Rock, NC 28726.

 

Please join the Saluda Community Land Trust

 As we continue to celebrate the Grand RE-OPENING of

Twin Lakes

Saturday, August 17, 2013

11:00 until 4:00

Your community land trust wants to invite you, your friends and family to enjoy this great community resource.

Please join us for free fun, food and fellowship on

 Saturday, August 17^th from 11:00 to 4:00.

Bring the family and friends, wear your bathing suits, bring towels and picnic blankets.

 Free lunch and drinks will be provided.

Two shuttle vans will leave and return as needed to and from the Saluda Volunteer Fire Department starting at 11:00. Come for an hour or come for the day.

Rain date is the following Saturday, August 24^th. An email stating the change will be sent to SCLT newsletter recipients on Friday, August 16 or call the SCLT office,

828-749-1560 to hear the recorded message of the status.

Sponsored by the Saluda Fund at Polk County Community Foundation.

Market Offerings

• Red Rooster Farm will be back with a variety of produce this week
• Stop and greet Gary Nesbitt, our new vendor who will be keeping us in hydroponic lettuce this summer when the other lettuce crops have succumbed to the heat. He also has beans, okra, squash and cucumbers. 
• Shitakes from Deepwoods Mushrooms have become a staple for many of us. Last week he had morels as well. 
• Rainbow trout, lamb, and fresh chicken this week from Camp Creek Farm.
• Meanwhile, Back in Saluda will have Rosemary Black Olive Paste, Green Olive Citrus Tapenade, Spicy Garlic Hummus, Honey Mustard Dip and Spicy Mustard Dip for pretzels, bread and more
• Micro greens from Yielding Branch
• A great variety of organic greens, herbs and veggies from Leap Farm 
• Herbs, plants, jellies, sauces and veggies from Buttercup Cottage/Dan's Garden 
• Wildflour bakery-PEACH SCONES - amazing, fresh peaches. RASPBERRY CREAM CHEESE BRAIDS - organic, Saluda berries. FARM MARKET FOCCACIA - beautiful and delicious. SPACE COWBOY COOKIES - always a sell-out item. PRETZEL BREAD - first time this year. We will also have PIZZA CRUSTS, STICKIES, CRACKERS, GRANOLA, and lots of BREAD.
• Sacred Mountain Herbals will have an all natural sunscreen lotion made with coconut and avocado oils and an all natural First Aid Kit that comes in a handy carry bag.   
• A variety of produce from Forest Creek Farm
• Honey from Bee Log Honey
• Delicious cakes from Piece o' Cake
• Pork sausage and bratwurst from Deerwood Nursery and Farm
• Sausage and veggies from Charlene's Garden 
• Roses's Best Jams, Jellies and More (Quiches and Pot Pies)
• Claire Ernst had the first Zinnia bouquets of the season last week. Come early for yours, she will sell out!  

To learn more about how to sign up to vend or sign up for the weekly e-news letter, please visit saludatailgate.com or contact Shelley DeKay 828-606-5713.

Taking place September 6-8, the Green River Games is a multi-sport competition celebrating the terrain in and around the infamous Green River Narrows. Unlike any other place in the world, this gorge is the ultimate playground for world-class mountain biking, road biking, kayaking, SUP and trail running. With the gracious support of the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, this event will showcase not only the river but the mountains which surround it. Be sure to like our Facebook page to stay up to date as we release details about the events and festivities surrounding this unprecedented event.

Click here for registration information.

Click here to see virtual tours of events. 

The annual Charlie Ward Memorial Pig Out is scheduled for Saturday, September 14, 2013, from 5:00pm until 7:00pm in the Pavilion at McCreery Park.  If you would like to volunteer or make a donation, please contact Terry Baisden at 828- 749-3789 or email to terrybaisden@tds.net.

This barbecue for the town of Saluda was started many years ago by Charlie Ward to thank the residents of Saluda for patronizing his store.  Charlie passed away on August 1, 2008.  This event has become a town tradition for Saluda citizens, a symbol of Charlie's gift of giving, and a memorial to Charlie himself.

All Saluda residents are invited to gather at McCreery Park to honor Charlie with good food, good fun, and good music! Please bring a dessert!  Please leave your pets at home.

In Memory of Charlie Ward  

July 1, 1920 -August 1, 2008 

The 2nd Annual Ella Grace Race to end PKD (polycystic kidney disease) 5K run/walk will be Saturday, September 14 at 9am at the Saluda Party Place & Event Center.  

You can register at: Ella Grace (keywords Ella Grace Race)

For any questions or if you would like to be a sponsor, please email Shena Mintz at shenamitz@gmail.com or call her at (828) 674-9789.  

You are invited to support the Saluda 5k9 - an event for dogs and their human companions in Saluda, NC on October 12, 2013, for a donation of at least $2S.00 or a canine related gift or gift certificate.  All donations are tax deductible.  Proceeds will benefit the Saluda Community Land Trust.

The mission of the Saluda Community Land Trust (SCLT) is to preserve Saluda's rural character by preserving farm and forest land in and around Saluda.  More information about SCLT can be found at saludaclt.org.

Please make checks payable to SCLT.  Mail checks, items, or gift certificates along with application to:  Saluda 5k9, c/o PO Box 1126, Saluda, NC 28773.  Call Ellen Rogers at 828-329-6790 if you would like to arrange for a pickup of your donation.  Click here to download an application.

A Thrifty Barn Basement is open every Saturday from 10:00 am-4:00 pm and every Wednesday from 10:00 am-4:00 pm. Donations are accepted on Wednesdays.

A Thrifty Barn is open Wed. through Sat. from 10:00 am-4:00 pm.  Donations are accepted when we are open.

If you are in need of some medical equipment, please call 828-749-9245. We may be able to loan you what you need.

Please refer to the Saluda Center calendar for all regularly scheduled activities. There is no membership fee.

If you would like to receive the Saluda Center calendar via email, please contact Donna at saludacenter@hotmail.com to be added to our email list.   

The Saluda Center is located at 64 Greenville St. Phone is 828-749-9245. 

Walks in the Woods for the month of August:

August 4 - Little Bradley Falls 2 miles out and back, moderate with stream crossings, 2 hours.  Dog days relief! Kids love it!

August 18 - Big Bradley Falls 0.9 miles each way, easy to moderate with one creek crossing.  Stay on the trail as the cliff is hard to see and dangerous.

Wear appropriate clothing, including shoes suitable for water crossing. Bring water and as always let your trail leader know if you have any medical concerns.

SCLT and the City of Saluda have partnered in creating a "Dog Park" for public use. The time has come to enlarge the area, work on drainage and landscaping of the area. Volunteers are needed to help with the work and donations of plants are welcomed. For more information on this project please contact Dave Prudhomme at 749-9160.

The Robinson Community Garden is peaking! Vegetables are ripening and the picking has begun. Be sure to drive by and check on this wonderful spot located off Henderson Street.  Communal work cleanup day is Wednesday the 14th from 6pm till 7pm followed by a pot luck dinner held at the McCreery Park Pavilion in downtown Saluda. The public is invited.

SCLT will be holding its last "Grand Re-Opening" of Twin Lakes on Saturday, August 17th from 11 am till 4 pm. Come one, come all! Free lunch and drinks will be provided. Please park at the Saluda Volunteer Fire Department. Shuttle vans will leave and return as needed for your convenience. Bring your bathing suit, towels, and picnic blankets. Sit back and enjoy a day off to relax and cool off. Rain date is the following Saturday, August 24th.

This event is sponsored by the Saluda Fund at Polk County Community Foundation.

For the month of August SCLT will be having one Board Meeting. Starting at 3pm on August 21st, we will meet at the McCreery Park Pavilion. The public is invited.

Please feel free to contact us about any of our projects by calling our office at 828-749-1560 and leaving a message. We will return your call promptly. Also be sure to check out our updated website saludaclt.org. We look forward to your comments and suggestions.

The purpose of this club is the beautification and improvement of Saluda and its surroundings. Special emphasis is given to the landscaping, annual plantings and care of our historic Spring Park.

Saluda Garden Club meets the third Monday of the month at the Saluda Library. Except for special events and outings, meetings start at 10 am.  The August meeting will be Monday, August 19.

For more information about the Saluda Garden Club, please call Patty Martin at 828-817-9518. We are always looking for new members to join our fun!

"My son and I together planted those trees 18 years ago.  They had grown to heights of 30 to 40 feet.  They created a beautiful green hedge, providing privacy between our house and our neighbor's.  We and our neighbors have missed the shade they provided, protecting both of us from the hot summer sun," she sadly described a heart-breaking story.

She unexpectedly received notice that the entire row of Leyland cypress would be cut down because they were planted on the city's right-of-way.  A sewer pipe line was buried below the trees.

What could the family do to save the trees?  Apparently, nothing.  They tried to accept the inevitable.

Months later the deed was done. Huge trucks and equipment made total devastation, turning the yard into a sea of mud.  Plants and shrubs, lovingly planted, also were sacrificed.

Many of us might not expect to search for any existing right-of-way before buying property.  But remember: to eliminate future grief-search before you sign.

Please note - the story recounted above occurred in a neighboring state.

Anyone interested in working with a group to achieve Saluda's designation as a Tree City USA, please contact Chuck or Judy at CVS@charter.net or Ruth at 828-749-9718.  Leave a message for return call.

Submitted by Ruth Anderson 

"Radar" is an adult Siberian Husky stolen from a Wilson Road home in Columbus, NC on or around 7/7/13.    

There is a $700 reward for his safe return or information that leads to his safe return.

He has pink around his black nose and a damaged left front dew claw.

For more information, please contact his owner, John Murias - 828-697-0327.

For those who still want to assist in rescues and care of homeless dogs and cats, there are ways to stay involved!  We have a "Local Critters Connection" outreach.  

Please connect to Gentle Hands Grooming Facebook page to see posts shared about lost and found dogs (and/or cats) in our local area.  Please consider joining my rescue E-mail list used SOLELY as an extension of outreach if there is a lost or found dog in the area, or if you are willing to help with hanging posters and making calls. You many also want to consider joining my foster outreach E-mail list as a potential foster for dogs or cats (assisting Foothills Humane Society as well).  Contact Katrina Thissen at mountainkatt@hotmail.com to be placed on either e-mail list.  Feel free to contact me with any questions or support for lost and found dogs in the area.  Take care of all our Furry Friends!  

Thank you for all your support.
Katrina

Nectar Yoga And Wellness Center

Saluda's Premier Yoga Studio

Upcoming events at Nectar:

Ongoing classes

Mondays 6-7:30pm (Series Class)

Wednesday 9-10:30am 

Saturday 9-10:30am

Classes are All Levels

New to yoga?  Great! Beginners are welcome and classes adjusted to each individual's skill level.

Therapeutic Massage

Treat yourself, or someone you love, with the healing gift of massage. Regular massage and self care are proven to reduce illness, stress, and aging while greatly improving your daily feelings of well-being and joy.

By appointment. House calls available. 

*Three Yoga Classes Weekly

*Private Yoga Instruction

*Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork

*Intuitive Counseling

*QRA: A healing and diagnostic technique that leads to optimal health

Chandler and Raphaela are extensively trained in yoga, massage, counseling, and QRA, sharing a combined history of study and practice that spans over 20 years.

Help Set the Trend, New HSC Auto Stickers Available!

For only $3 you can help fund future HSC projects and at the same time help set a trend. These stylish non-fading automobile stickers, featuring the HSC logo, can be purchased through local merchants and at City Hall. Buy one to be cool or be square!

Want to Revisit the Historic Saluda Home Tour of Henderson Street?

CD Released! "Saluda: Voices from the First 100 Years"  

Get your copy of the oral history audio documentary, "Saluda, NC: Voices from the First 100 Years." Over 30 years ago when Anne Osborne and Charlene Pace were working on their book Saluda, NC: 100 Years 1881-1981, they conducted interviews with some of Saluda's oldest residents. Luckily, these interviews were captured on what we now consider to be "old fashioned" cassette tapes and were donated to the Oral History Committee. Snippets from these interviews were woven into a story line and compiled into this CD. Funding provided by the Polk County Community Foundation's Saluda Community Fund. The CD can be purchased ($10) through local merchants and at City Hall. You can also purchase it on-line at saludalifestyles.com. All proceeds go toward future projects. Click here to watch the YouTube promotional video.

DVD Available for Sale by Local Merchants

Home, Hearth and History: Stories of Old Saluda can be purchased ($20) through local merchants and at City Hall. You can also purchase it on-line at saludalifestyles.com. All proceeds go toward future projects.

Meetings

The Historic Saluda Committee (HSC) will meet on Friday, August 9, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at the Saluda Public Library in the upstairs meeting room. The Oral History Committee will also meet jointly with the HSC. The public is invited to attend.  

For more information about the Historic Saluda Committee, go to historicsaluda.org or contact us at historicsaluda@gmail.com.

Submitted by Cindy S. Tuttle, Co-Chair, Historic Saluda Committee

 

Saluda Elementary is one of four schools chosen to serve as an A+ Case Study School for the NC A+ Schools Program!    

Monday, August 26 is first day of school. Please call 828-749-5571 to register new students.

Visit Saluda School for additional school news.    

Principal, Ronette Dill  

Don't forget to collect Box tops during the summer!  Box top collection containers are located in the Saluda Public Library, Saluda Post Office, and Saluda Elementary School Office.  

US Post Office Store Hours

Mon-Fri 9:00am-1:00pm and 3:00pm-4:30pm

Sat 9:30am-11:00am Sun closed

Passport Service is available at the Saluda post office.

Get directions by clicking here  

102 E MAIN ST SALUDA, NC 28773-7812 

Stephanie Vorhis McFarlane, 76, of Bear Creek Lane, Saluda, died Saturday, June 29, 2013.

Betty Hipp Gosnell, 75, of Saluda died Saturday, July 13, 2013. 

Shop online at the Saluda Lifestyles Mercantile for the following merchandise:  

"Saluda, NC: Voices from the First 100 Years" in CD format. Original recordings of interviews with Saluda's oldest residents documented in the book, Saluda, NC: 100 Years 1881-1981. These interviews were transferred to a CD by Historic Saluda. Price: $17 includes shipping and handling. 

Home, Hearth and History: Stories of Old Saluda DVD. Proceeds will go to the Oral History Project for the next sequel.   Price:  $20.00+shipping. 

Some of the finer pleasures in life come from the simplest things. A roadside graced with Queen Ann Lace.  The deep blue purple of Hydrangeas.  A blue sky without any rain clouds.  A lush green mountain valley.  The scent of Honeysuckle in the air.  A refreshing glass of sweet iced tea.  A cool mountain breeze.  A meal of summer vegetables straight from the garden.  A juicy peach or slice of cold watermelon on a hot summer day.  Friends and neighbors to share a summer evening while rocking on a screened porch. A scary bear story.  Hiking to a sparkling waterfall or mountain vista.  Picking blackberries.  Cycling a mountain road. Bench sitting on a tree-lined street watching life go by.  A visit to the library for a good book.  An outdoor concert.

Summer pleasures will wind down toward the end of August as schools start, summer vacations end, and Mother Nature sends hints of the approaching season to come. 

The finest pleasures can be the simplest things in Saluda.

Photo courtesy of Dale Potruski, The Oaks Bed & Breakfast. 

The 50th annual Coon Dog Day parade was rain free and the crowds five rows deep.

Congratulations to the float winners:

Best Commercial- Blue Ridge Paving

Best Civic- Hendersonville Rock & Mineral Museum

Best Car- Hillbilly Clan

Most Original- 1963 Coon Dog Day Flashback walkers (NOTE:  Would someone from this float please stop by city hall and pick up your award.)

The "Top of the Grade" Concerts are the 2^nd and 4^th Friday through October:

• August 9 and 23
• September 13 and 27
• October 11 and 25

All performances will be held on center stage from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at McCreery Park in the area that was previously the skateboard park.   

Attendees should bring their own chairs or blankets.  Food, soft drinks, and coolers are allowed.  Events are rain or shine so you may need to bring an umbrella if rain is in the forecast.  In some cases, rain events may move to the Pavilion. The events are free to the public, and audience donations to help support the concerts are tax deductible.   

Performing on center stage on August 9 will be Sound Investment.     

About Sound Investment

Sound Investment is an energetic  band focused on reproducing classic rock 'n roll music, especially from the 1960's and 70's. Their music appeals to the young and old, providing just the right beat for dancing. From Sound Investment, you will hear the sounds of the Beach Boys, Beatles, Aretha Franklin, Sam & Dave, The Four Tops, Young Rascals, Temptations, Righteous Brothers, Kinks, Supremes, Johnny Rivers, Doobie Brothers, Atlanta Rhythm Section, and many more.  

Aaron Burdett Band

Saluda's own Aaron Burdett takes center stage at Top of the Grade on August 23, 2013.  Aaron writes and performs Americana music blending folk-rock, bluegrass, and blues into a new sound that is original and comfortably familiar.

In October of 2012, Aaron's song "Going Home to Carolina" won Our State Magazine's "Carolina Songs" songwriting contest, outshining over 250 other competitive entries.  In May, 2013 Aaron's song, "Magpie," won 3rd place bluegrass song in the prestigious Chris Austin Songwriting Contest at Merlefest, one of the largest and most highly regarded music festivals in the US for traditional, bluegrass, Americana, and singer-songwriter artists.

Aaron's 5th studio album is expected in October of 2013, and features a who's who of favorite regional artists.

Click here to listen to Aaron's music.

The Saluda Business Association is a major sponsor of the event. "The mission of the Saluda Business Association is to promote and preserve Saluda's artistic culture, and we feel that, since this is a community event, the SBA needed to provide some seed money to get the concerts off to a good start," says a spokesperson for the SBA.

For music scheduling, please contact Judy Ward at judyward@charter.net or 828-674-5958.  For sponsorships, please contact Cathy Jackson at 828-817-2876 or cathy@cathyjacksonrealty.com.

Summer Tracks is back for 2013 and its 14^th season.

Sponsored by Tryon Fine Arts Center  

Saluda Faces recognizes Saluda citizens that you may see often and wonder who they are, what they do, and why they live in Saluda.

Carolyn has been on the scene in Saluda since 2010 when she moved here full time with her husband, Chuck Hearon, after the death of his father, Charles Hearon.  Charles Hearon was a well know publisher of books about Saluda which can still be purchased at M.A. Pace General Store.  The couple settled into the family home in the historic residential neighborhood on the hill behind downtown.

Reared in Winston-Salem, Carolyn spent most of her growing up years in the mountains of North Carolina, mostly in Valle Crucis in Watauga County.

After graduating from St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, she received a master's degree from Appalachian State University in speech pathology.  For 22 years, she served the Avery County public school systems helping children with speech and hearing and low-vocabulary problems to stimulate their language skills.  One rewarding experience was with a child who entered kindergarten severely hard of hearing and with the parents never knowing.  The child was fitted with hearing aids and Carolyn worked with this student for 13 years until he graduated from high school and recently attended his wedding.

In 2005, Carolyn retired, married Chuck, and moved to Campobello, SC before settling in Saluda.  She loves small town city living where she can walk to downtown, shop locally, and support local businesses.

Carolyn has learned to play Duplicate Bridge since retiring and doesn't miss an opportunity to play (competitively) at Tryon Youth Center and the Saluda Center.  Liking photography, she was introduced to two professional photographers who toured her all over Polk County one day a week for a year teaching her how to better use her camera and photograph scenes of Polk County.  During this time, she learned a great deal about Polk County and the photos taken became an exhibit in 2007, "3 Women, 3 Cameras."

Even though Carolyn retired from her profession, she has not retired from volunteering her time, talents, and passion in helping others.  She was a Big Sister for five years and now serves with the Guardian Ad Litem program which is an organization that is directed by the courts to be the voice for children in foster care.  She volunteers at the Habitat store in Landrum, has served two years on the Historic Saluda committee, has served 4 years on the Polk County Appearance Commission, is one of the founding mothers of the Saluda Community Land Trust, belongs to three book clubs, is historian for the Saluda Garden Club, and volunteers for many local events such as the Blue Ridge BBQ Festival, Saluda Arts Festival, and Super Saturday.

Carolyn says making friends easily is one of the attributes to living in Saluda.  Because of the many opportunities to serve or volunteer, it makes it easy to get to know people and engage in community living.  She knows that many native Saludians don't like to see change and she hopes to have an opportunity to make a difference in the right kind of changes for Saluda.  After all, if Saluda had not accepted changes in its 132 years, it would not be a thriving community now.

The latest news and the unusual offerings provided by Saluda shops, restaurants, accommodations, outdoor recreation, artists, craftspeople, and service providers.   

Kniticality

Kniticality began in a box in 2011. Amy was (and is) a knitting and crochet teacher, and she began selling supplies from a cardboard box at her classes. From there, she added yarn, and soon the box(es) were just too much to haul around...and they were taking over her house! So a retail shop was conceived. The retail shop was opened in 2012, a labor of love and Amy's passion.

Amy loves knowing that somewhere out there folks she taught are knitting away, working with yarns and projects they adore, maybe even teaching others. She loves finding just the right yarn in that color...yes that one...for the perfect pattern, then making certain her customers have the skills they need to be happy with the finished product. Living and working in the Saluda, NC mountains is just right for Amy and her family, away from the noise and bustle of the city.

Location/Directions

55 Robin Lane, Saluda 28773, 828-749-3640

From I-26 Exit 59, turn toward Saluda on Ozone Rd. In about 150 feet, turn Left on Howard Gap Road (toward Party Center) and go 1.2 miles. Turn Right on Robin lane and bear left at the fork. Road is marked with signage.   

Heartwood  will begin the end of summer (almost) sale featuring Maruca Bags, several summer jewelry lines, and some selected pottery. The End of Summer Sale starts the last week of July and ends on Labor Day.   

Located at 21 East Main Street, Saluda, NC 28773, 828-749-9365.  Click here for directions.

The Orchard Inn

Visit the Orchard Inn at orchardinn.com. They are located on Highway 176, Saluda, NC. 

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August 1 - Wine & Cheese Tasting : 4 to 6 Upstairs of the Boarding House Venue.  Stock up on your favorite Wines and receive 15% off 6 bottles or 20% off a complete case.

Planning a Summer Cookout:  Fresh Ground Chuck: 3 lbs or more $3.59 per lb.  Going on a picnic and taking sandwiches, try our All Natural Deli Meats:  Ham, Turkey, Roast Beef or Pastrami.

In our store, we have specialty items such as: Raw Honey, Sourwood Honey, Variety of Jams & Jellies, Lusty Monk Mustard, Organic Keens Coffee Beans, and a variety of Scalfani Products.

Need a quick dessert, try our Frozen Homemade Fruit Cobblers:  Strawberry, Apple, Peach and Mixed Fruit-Raspberry, Blueberry and Blackberry.  All you need is the Ice Cream to top.

Ward's Grill is serving lunch on Saturday's, 11 to 3, out back on the Back Alley Barn Deck.  Make plans to come have lunch and enjoy our new deck.

Historic Thompson Store open Monday-Saturday 8am to 6pm

Ward's Grill open Monday-Friday 7am to 3pm, Saturday 6:30am to 3pm

Serving Authentic Southern Bar-B-Que, Chicken, Ribs, Beef, Smoked Turkey, Seafood, Sandwiches and much, much, more!

Bring your well behaved, leashed, 4 legged friends and dine at our "Barking Lot" like Emma, the Jack Russell Terrier.

Come see the new bar and try one of our popular wraps!

Click here to see our menu online. 

Thursday -Saturday nights, we will remain open until 11pm.  A Bar Menu will be available for those late nights, 9-11pm. 

We now have TEN different beers on tap, and almost all of those are local to North or South Carolina! Most are from Asheville and the surrounding area! We also proudly serve Angry Orchard Hard Cider on tap, gluten free and very refreshing!

If you haven't tried a Lime A Rita, you must! Served over ice and with a salt rimmed glass! It is our answer to a great Margarita!

Daily specials are $4.99 and include:

Appetizer and Small Menu Items for $4.99:  BBQ Nachos, Chicken Quesadilla, Fried Green Tomato and Shrimp Stacker, BBQ Stuffed Potato Skins, Chicken Wings, Portobello Mushroom Fries, Piglets, or Buffalo Shrimp! All day, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays!

Try our five local draft beers or a flight for $4.75 so you can try all five!

Become a Facebook fan and you will receive specials and $$ dollar-off offers!

Contact Green River BBQ at 828-749-9892 for takeout orders or visit them at Green River BBQ.  Visit their Facebook page to get extra daily coupons!  

Green River BBQ is located at 131 Highway 176 West. Click here for directions.   

Wildflour Bake Shop  828-749-3356
Wildflour Bakery  828-749-9224
Check us out online at wildflourbakerync.com for daily specials or use the good ol' fashion way...828-749-3356.   Keep up with specials on 

UChoose Rewards

Stop by Macon Bank at 108 East Main Street and talk to our friendly, knowledgeable staff.

We can help you with all your financing needs.

      

 


 

Maggie's Old Saluda Store

There's a change a-coming to Maggie's this Fall! Things are going to start happening soon, so be on the lookout.  But for now, look for 20% to 30% off on selected merchandise.  Stop by and sit awhile in one of the great porch rockers, now on sale at 30% off, have a coke or a cup of coffee, and visit or just enjoy shopping our beautiful store.

 

"George," our latest addition to Maggie's, is here to welcome everyone. George is a bloodhound pup named after Uncle George Johnson, one of the founding fathers of Coon Dog Day. Of course, we could call him a celebrity since there is now a new future King with the same name! Whatever the occasion, come on by and shop, give George a pat and enjoy some time at Maggie's.

 

Maggie's located at 1487 Ozone Drive, Saluda 28773, 828.749.3503 * Exit 59 Off I-26

Visit Maggie's website.  

 

 

Cabin Fever  

Labor Day weekend and Hendersonville Apple Festival are fast approaching, and we still have a few cabins left.  We are planning live music on August 31, so book now before the cabins are all gone.

 

Cabin Fever is excited to host our first Emergency Preparedness Weekend.
September is National Emergency preparedness month. Are you prepared for an emergency? Join us Friday 9/13/13 through 9/15/13 for an Emergency preparedness weekend. Classes begin at 9:00 a.m Saturday. The event will be at Cabin Fever in Saluda NC. There are 7 cabins available to rent, on a 1st come basis. Call Cabin Fever to reserve your cabin today as they are not available to rent online. If you rent a cabin, you will receive 4 free admissions to the event. For all others, the event will be $40.00 per person. Children 16 and under are free. This includes a catered dinner and live music to end the night by the campfire. Vendors space is available for $25 and you must supply your own table and/or tent .
 
Tentative speakers are Survivalist Gardener & Survivor Jane. We will also have speakers on trip wires and security, sutures, bug out/get home bags, essential oils, food storage, aquaponix, water storage, prepping on a budget, bartering and networking. We are working on adding more classes and some are subject to change.

Give us a call if you would like more information on this event.

 

Cabin Fever is located at 7337 Spartanburg Hwy Saluda, NC  28773 800-767-7368 cabinfeverncinfo@gmail.com. Visit website and click here for directions.

 

 

Saluda Mountain Lake Retreat Cabin Special

Come enjoy a romantic getaway, family vacation, reunion, or mountain retreat in one of our 8 family owned cabins for 2 nights and receive 1 non-holiday night free in August if you mention Saluda Lifestyles!  We are a family owned and operated retreat with 40 acres of serenity...perfect to relax and enjoy our beautiful mountains. On-site amenities available for you: Hot tubs, fireplaces, 3-acre stocked lake, sandy beach, paddle boats, fishing, hiking trails, geocaching, and waterfall.  

 

Contact us at rental@ashevillecabinrental.com.  Visit our website and join us on Facebook.  

 

Estate Sale

Saturday, August 3, 8am until 5pm. Entire contents of home - something for everyone.

At 511 Friendship Lane, Saluda.  Directions:  Ozone Dr. to Laurel Drive to left on Firefly

then 1st left onto Friendship Lane - 1st house on left.  For information, please call 828-817-6753.

A Thousand Forests Montessori School is a half-day learning community based in Saluda, North Carolina. The school follows the Montessori curriculum designed to serve the unique intellectual, social, emotional, and physical needs of the 3- to 6-year-old child.  

Space is available for children who will be 3 to 4 years old by September 1, 2013.  Our 5-year-old group is full.

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Local Fire Fighter Cycles 700 Miles for Fallen Victims

Rich Rauschenbach, lives in Saluda, NC with his family.  He has helped to organize a portion of a charity bicycle ride which will go from the Greenville Water Shed into Saluda on Thursday, August 15 on their way to the final stop of the day in Hendersonville.

Saluda resident, Lt. Richard Rauschenbach of the Asheville City Fire Department is on his bike again, joining up with the Bicycle Team Carolina Brotherhood comprised of 40 Fire Fighters from North and South Carolina.  This is his second year and promises to be more challenging than the last.  This time, it is twice as long and goes through some of the hottest parts of South Carolina before finishing up in the cool mountain air of Boone, NC.  The terrain is diverse and challenging, the long flat hot tar roads in the center of South Carolina in the hottest part of the summer and then making a slow and high ascent into some of most challenging hills in this part of the US!  What some may consider torture, Rich considers fun because he is raising money for a good cause.

This year's ride is dedicated to the 6 police officers from North and South Carolina that lost their lives in the line of duty.

• Bobby Gene Demuth, Jr. - Trooper, North Carolina Highway Patrol, North Carolina
• Jeremiah M. Goodson, Jr. - Master Police Officer, Lumberton Police Department, North Carolina
• Dewayne Charles Hester - Deputy Sheriff, Bladen County Sheriff's Office, North Carolina
• William Mast, Jr. - Deputy Sheriff, Watauga County Sheriff's Office, North Carolina
• Sandra E. "Sandy" Rogers - Master Corporal, Aiken Department of Public Safety, South Carolina
• Randall "Shane" Thomas - Detective, Henderson County Sheriff's Office, North Carolina

The ride will start in Rocky Mount on August 10 and end 7 days later in Boone, covering over 700 miles. Overnight stops include Elizabethtown, Darlington, Columbia, Aiken, Honea Path, Hendersonville, and Marion. The ride will average 100 miles a day and end with a 6,000 foot elevation climb on the last day into Boone.  On Thursday, August 15, the group will travel through Saluda and into Hendersonville, spending the night at the Justice Academy in Edneyville.

The mission of the Carolina Brotherhood Bicycle Team (carolinabrotherhood.com) is to provide both emotional and financial support for the families of those lost in the line of duty in the Carolina's.  The money raised goes directly to the victims' families to help them move forward and heal quicker without having to worry with the financial strains a family can find themselves in after losing a family member.   

Because Firefighters spend such a great deal of time together, working, eating  and sleeping on the same schedules, they inevitably form a special relationship, an unbreakable bond often referred to as the "brotherhood."  Firefighters and police face such adverse situations that can result in danger and injury and sometimes even death, it is important in the healing process of both the service people and their families to be able to contribute in some way.  

Rich Rauschenbach, wife Joni and son Wylie have lived in Saluda, NC for the past 9 years.  Rauschenbach is a volunteer fire fighter with the Saluda Fire Department. "Being a firefighter and a cyclist are two of my favorite vocations.  Raising money doing the things I love is very rewarding," says Rich.

Donations can be made by going to Fallen.  Checks can also be mailed to Carolina Brotherhood c/o Rich Rauschenbach, 229 Greenville Street, Saluda NC 28773 or Facebook Rich Rauschenbach for link. 

As you know, some cities and states across the country are still facing money problems. Given these difficulties, should you even consider adding municipal bonds to your portfolio?

Actually, default rates for "munis" are low - much lower than for corporate bonds of comparable quality, according to Moody's Investor Services.

And when you invest in municipal bonds, you get some significant tax benefits because municipal bond interest payments are free from federal taxes. However, some munis are subject to the alternative minimum tax as well as state and local taxes.

Also, by adding investment-grade municipal bonds to your portfolio, you can help support worthwhile projects in your community, such as construction of schools and hospitals.

Furthermore, municipal bonds can help you diversify your portfolio, especially if it's weighted heavily toward stocks and corporate bonds. Keep in mind, though, that diversification by itself can't guarantee a profit or protect against loss.

Municipal bonds may not sound glamorous - but talk to your financial advisor to discover if they're suitable for your needs.

For additional information on municipal bonds and other timely topics, please join us for our "Coffee Club" the 4th Friday of each month at Jongo Java Coffee House, 117 S. Main St. in Hendersonville.  Our next meeting is Friday, August 23 and the coffee and pastries are on us!

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This is Doug Rostick, your Edward Jones financial advisor, located at 1038-A Greenville Hwy, Hendersonville, NC 28792. (828) 692-5082.

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1038-A Greenville Hwy  Flat Rock, NC 28731

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Isothermal Community College: A Best Kept Secret in Polk County

September is the beginning of a new term at Isothermal, and the fall bulletin is in the process of finalization. Many new courses are going to be available and many of the excellent courses offered in past terms will be a choice again. The courses in continuing education and their start dates, beginning in late August (register as soon as possible for August classes to avoid class cancellation) and September and finalized at this time are: Spanish IV (9/30), In-class Writing (9/9), Community Theater (call for date), Voice and performance (call for date), Beginning Woodcarving (8/29), Extreme Woodcarving (8/28), Intermediate Drawing (8/28), Open Studio (8/30), Beginning Watercolor (9/9),  Intermediate Watercolor (begins 9/5),  Multimedia Painting (9/10), Open Mosaic Studio (8/15), Open Stained Glass Studio (8/27), Photoshop Elements II (9/11), A Guided Walk in Paris (8/28), History of Appalachian Music (9/5), Tai Chi Intermediate (9/9), Qi Gong (9/16), Tai Ji for Health (9/19),  Financial workshop (call for date), How to Grow Your Business (call for date), PC Repair ( 9/3), Windows 8 (9/3), How to Sell on EBay, Amazon & More (9/12), How to Have Your Own Website (9/11), Computers: Past, Present, and Beyond (9/19), Broadcast Yourself: How to Use the Internet to Get Your Message Out (9/19), Don't Click Glasses When You Toast (call for date), Sustainable Poultry (9/16). Courses range in cost from $19 to $89, depending on the number of meetings for the class and payment is due at the first class meeting. The Computer Repair course is $180 and is designed to give skills needed to gain entry level employment or to maintain a personal system. Additional courses being finalized in  history, self-care, and other topics.

To register or for questions, you may call 828-894-3092. The new catalogue should be on-line by mid-August. (Old catalogue online now). To see this online catalogue, go to isothermal.edu/polk and select "Polk Continuing education classes." The  printed catalogue should be out by the end of August. Be sure to register as soon as possible to avoid class cancellations due to lack of students. If you cannot find a catalogue, call the office for information. In addition, if you have an idea for a course or workshop that you would like the college to offer, you are encouraged to call and make a request.

Alicia Knighten was new to ICC as an instructor this past term but is not new to teaching, having taught at BRCC for many years. At ICC, she is teaching computer courses and an Appalachian Music course.  She is a native of Western North Carolina with expertise in web design, marketing and advertising and co-owns Action Digital Incorporated in Arden, a web technology company dealing with cutting edge web sites, e-commerce development and graphic design.  Music is both a hobby and a passion for Alicia who has been performing since she was 12. She has worked with many musical acts, both on radio and at festivals. In addition she has served on many local boards and committees and was chosen in 1998 as "Hometown Hero" by Choice Hotels/Disney Company because of her work in the community. She is very excited about being at Isothermal, stating that she is impressed with how willing the college is to develop new courses when suggestions or requests come to the office. She looks forward to developing a relationship with interested students in the area. Courses she offered in the summer session were: How to Sell on EBay, Amazon & More (again offered in Sept.), Search Engine Optimization, Tablet Computing, Computers: Past, Present & Beyond (again offered in Sept.), Email Explained, Computer Basics, I Hate My Computer Because..., The Mobile Professional, Social Media & Marketing for Music Professionals, Windows 7, the History of Appalachian Music (again offered in Sept.), and Our Haunted Heritage: WNC legends and Ghost Stories. Stay tuned via the new catalogue for all her courses offered in the Fall Term as they are finalized or call to request one that you would like her to teach. 

Dear Readers - Unless you have reached or are approaching senior citizen status, this article may seem even more meaningless than some of my previous ones.

For millions of families, the depression years of the 1930s were followed by a painfully slow economic recovery in the 1940s. Lingering poverty deprived them of conveniences now taken for granted such as automobiles, telephones, and refrigerators, while merchandise catalogs were commonly referred to as wish books.  

However, the radio was a great equalizer, allowing even the poorest families to enjoy free news and entertainment like everyone else. No economic status separated the masses in this media. Instead, it allowed the freedom to select programs of one's own interest.

In my case, it was primarily country music and weekly radio shows. Some of my favorite early evening shows had names like Amos & Andy, Our Miss Brooks, Abbot & Costello, Burns & Allen, Sgt. Preston of the Yukon, The Cisco Kid, Death Valley Days, Dragnet, The Edgar Bergen/Charlie McCarthy Show, Fibber McGee & Molly, Great Gildersleeve, Gunsmoke, Mr. Keen: Tracer of Lost Persons, The Original Amateur Hour, The Romance of Helen Trent, Sky King, Suspense, and The Shadow (Who knows what evil lurks in the minds of men? The Shadow knows!).

However, my personal all-time favorite was and still is The Lone Ranger. To me, that series was the holy grail of radio programming. The one-half hour program came on at 5:00 P. M. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays and was sponsored by Merita Bread Company. So pervasive was the program that it's almost impossible for today's senior citizens to hear the first few notes of the finale of Rossini's "William Tell Overture" without immediately associating the music to the Lone Ranger and his faithful Indian companion, Tonto. Kemo Sabe, the name Tonto used when speaking to or referencing the Lone Ranger, meant trusted scout or trusted friend.

With ears glued to the radio, it was understood that the listening room would remain silent for the duration so that not a single spoken phrase or sound effect would be missed. Our summertime neighbors were William and Bessie English from Winter Park, Florida, and Mr. English, also a devoted fan of the Lone Ranger, faithfully invited me to listen to his large 1934 wooden-encased American Bosch radio which had higher quality sound and better signal reach than did ours.

It's also doubtful that anyone from my generation has forgotten the verbal introduction to each Lone Ranger program: "Return with us now to those thrilling days of yesteryear when out of the past comes the thundering hoof beats of the great horse Silver" and "A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust and a hearty Hi-Yo Silver, away. The Lone Ranger rides again." Decades later, hearing those introductions still causes goose bumps to appear on my arms and transports me back to my childhood before the first television set arrived in Saluda.

Ahhh...but nothing can be kept sacrosanct forever, not even the revered Lone Ranger.  A recently released movie version of this iconic story by Walt Disney Pictures even includes cannibalism, for Heaven's sake, while the ever-faithful character Tonto, played by Johnny Depp, has been besmirched by wearing a dead magpie as a headpiece. So far the movie has been a huge economic disaster and box office failure which I must admit is music to my ears.

During this era, there were a limited number of designated clear channel stations with 50,000 watts of power that dominated the airways at night. Lower-powered AM stations were required to either sign off at sundown when solar radiation was reduced, substantially reduce their own operating power, or switch to another frequency. The purpose was to provide reliable radio service to millions of Americans living in rural areas of the United States.

My favorite clear channel stations for nighttime listening were WLAC and WSM in Nashville & WCKY in Cincinnati. On Saturday nights in my darkened bedroom, I would lie in bed listening to the Grand Ole Opry until midnight, then usually fall asleep trying to listen to the Ernest Tubb Record Shop which lasted until 1:00 AM EST.

I inherited the English's radio and had it restored about thirty years ago. Unfortunately some of the vacuum tubes failed over time and it now sits in the corner of my bedroom, a silent relic of that other time.

"Return with us now to those thrilling days of yesteryear......"

(Correction to July article: Just for the record, my brother Perry graduated from N. C. State in 1952, not 1962 as incorrectly stated by me)

Thompson's Store is located at 24 Main Street, in the heart of downtown Saluda.   Contact the store at 828-749-2321 or visit