Country recording artist and songwriter Jennifer Alvarado will play an acoustic set at Hillman Beer from 5-8 p.m. 301 S. Sterling St., Morganton. For more information, call 828-391-5009.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 11
DRIVE-THRU MEALS
After a summer break, First Baptist Church of Morganton will resume their Wednesday Night Drive Thru Meals ministry this week. Place orders no later than 2 p.m. Monday on the church’s website, firstbaptistmorganton.org/wednesday-night-drive-thru-meals, or by calling 828-544-8127. Meals are $8 each.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 12
AUTHOR VISIT
Thornwell Books will host an evening with historical fiction authorSarah Loudin Thomas, who will be discussing her latest novel, "These Tangled Threads." The book is set at the Biltmore Estate in 1924, right before Cornelia Vanderbilt’s wedding.Books will be available for purchase and signing. 202 S. Sterling St. 828-434-1122.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 13
GUATE FEST
Vendors, music, authentic Guatemalan food, and fun for the entire family await visitors to the 2024 Guate Fest. The event is hosted by Little Guatemala and includes a variety of opportunities for participants to immerse themselves in Guatemalan culture. Friday, 4-10 p.m. and Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. 810 E. Union St., Morganton. Call 828-448-5934 for additional information.Â
FEATURED EVENT (for 2D)
FESTIVAL DAY
SATURDAY, SEPT. 7
Wear your walking (and dancing) shoes downtown today as the Morganton Festival is in full swing all day. The fun begins at 9 a.m. as arts and craft vendors open for business. Performances on the Pepsi Stage begin at 10:30 and all manner of festival food will be available for purchase. The event wraps up with two amazing performances on the Courthouse Square Amphitheater Stage. Chris Taylor and the Rumor will take the stage at 7 p.m., followed by Boy Band Review from 8:30-10. Festival admission and all concerts are free to the public.
Sandra Wilkerson Queen is the arts & entertainment editor for The Paper. She may be reached at 828-445-8595, ext. 2002, or sandra@thepaper.media.
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