Bearfootin’ in Historic Downtown Hendersonville

After their hibernation the bears are back in historic downtown Hendersonville, NC. This is the ninth year of the public art exhibit in Western North Carolina of Bearfootin’ in Historic Downtown Hendersonville. The bears featured are colorfully decorated and reside along the sidewalks of downtown; this outdoor exhibit will continue through October 22, 2011. On this day the bears will be auctioned off with a percentage of proceeds going to Henderson County Charities. Over the past eight years, Bearfootin’ in Hendersonville has successfully raised over $150,000 for local Henderson County charities.

 

Each bear is unique and is sponsored by area businesses. For a free guide to view the bears, stop by the Visitors Information Center, located at 201 South Main Street. Bearfootin’ is sponsored by Downtown Hendersonville, Inc. For more information call (828) 697-2022.

 

Once you have visited the public art in the streets of downtown Hendersonville, we invite you to stroll and admire the natural beauty and wonder of Fox Run Preserve. This private gated community is located only minutes from downtown Hendersonville and is in the midst of astonishing natural beauty. Come enjoy panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, miles of tended walking trails and other community features.

 

To learn more about the Hendersonville property available at Fox Run Preserve, complete an online contact form or contact the community consultant Sonny Iler at (828) 329-9777.

Historic Hendersonville Street Dancing

For over 90 years downtown historic Hendersonville has carried on a tradition of street celebrations which honors the heritage of music and traditional mountain dance.  Originated in 1918 to honor World War I veterans, this event takes place every Monday, from July 11th through August 15th, between 8:00 p.m. and 10 p.m., in downtown Hendersonville.  This ongoing tradition features live music accompanied with square dancing and clogging.

Less than 10 minutes away from downtown Historic Hendersonville sits Fox Run Preserve.  This community has miles of trails, a fishing pond, meadows, and long-range views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.  For more information call 828-329-9777 or complete an online contact form to receive more information.

Get Ready to Spend your Summer Dancing your Friday Nights Away

Music fans should get ready to put on their dancing shoes because Music on Main Street returns to downtown Hendersonville, NC this Friday, June 10th.  Music on Main Street has become a local tradition, bringing Hendersonville and surrounding communities  together for an evening of free entertainment every Friday night from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.  The opening night for the concert series will showcase Western North Carolina band Tuxedo Junction, which features a music mix of 1940s swing and 50s folk rock music.

If the Friday night's festivites of Music on Main Street doesn't work with your schedule you might consider heading to Biltmore Park Town Square on Saturday for their weekly Concerts in The Park. These free concerts are open to the public and are every Saturday in Cecil Park, near Hickory Tavern Grill & Raw Bar, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. through the end of October.  Click here for more information about Town Square's Concerts in the Park.

With Fox Run Preserve located only 7 minutes from downtown Hendersonville, and 15 minutes from vibrant Biltmore Park Town Square in Asheville, there are many activities and events for residents of this community to attend.  However, with the various amenities this community offers, such as:  long range mountain views, a completed trail system, a pond, camping sites, and pocket parks and meadows, many might not want to leave the front gate.  If you would like to find out more about Fox Run Preserve, please call 828-329-9777 or click here for more information.

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