Mountain Christian Singles

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MCS SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Spring and Summer 2009

July 4th Saturday Franklin, NC Festivities and Fireworks at Macon County Recreation Park.

There will be no fireworks in Jackson County this year due to construction on the courthouse hill on the new Jackson Library. So come join us in Franklin for all day festivities, music and fireworks after dark. It's the largest fireworks display in Western North Carolina! If you will be in town for Fourth of July and are looking for a celebration with events for the whole family check out the Franklin Chamber of Commerce fireworks and fun day.The event will be held at the Macon County Veterans Memorial Recreation Park just south of Franklin off U.S. 441 on Saturday, July 4. Activities begin at 11 a.m. and conclude at dark with a fireworks display. Scheduled Activities

There will be a 4th of July Parade in Historic Downtown Franklin 10 am until 1 pm. Parade begins at 10:30 am. The Annual 4th of July Fun Day & Fireworks - will be held at the Macon County Recreation Park off US Hwy 441S. Activities begin at 11:00am and conclude at dark with the largest fireworks display in Western North Carolina! The Fun Factory will be open too! Fun Factory We hope to see you there!

New Date! July 18th Saturday - Hike in GSMNP Andrews Bald 3.6 miles Hike Info More Info

July 31st Friday - Christian Music Concert - Mark Shultz Artist / Ticket Info

Franklin, NC at Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

August 8th Saturday - Game Night At Scott's Creek Baptist Church In Sylva, NC. Bring a game and a food dish to share. 6pm to 9pm Directions

August 14th Friday - Stage Play -"The Foreigner" Show / Ticket Info

At Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts in Franklin, NC

August 29th Saturday - Christian Music Concert - David Phelps -Artist / Ticket Info Franklin, NC at Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

September 12th Sat - Bluegrass Concert - The Issacs - Franklin, NC at Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts Artist / Ticket Info

September 18th Friday - Bluegrass Concert - Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver - Franklin, NC at Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts Artist / Ticket Info

September 19th Sat - Hike and Stargazing at Max's Patch Bald In Haywood County off I-40

There will be a new moon (Which means no moon) great for looking at the stars. Sunset at 19:40 or 7:40pm. We will meet and eat either in Waynesville or Hot Springs along the way to the Hike. Dress warmly. Bring a jacket and a blanket to sit on. If you have a small telescope dust it off and bring it with you. Hopefully the conditions will be clear if not this event may be cancelled. Info and Directions

For Local Movie Theater Websites:	For Local Stageplay Theater or Concert Websites:
Franklin, NC: Ruby Cinemas Sylva, NC: Quin Theaters Cherokee, NC: Phoenix Theater	Franklin: Overlook Theatre Waynesville: Hart Theater Cullowhee: WCU Fine and Performing Arts Center or Special Events Bryson City: Smoky Mountain Community Theater

DuPont Hike 21June09

Well, though it was a hot day, we had a great time on our waterfall hike this past Saturday outside Brevard. The parking area was extremely crowded, but we were early enough to find a spot and begin our hike. After seeing Hooker Falls, we made our way to Triple Falls where we found a spot on the rocks between the bottom two tiers of the falls to lunch. We continued our hike to the impressive High Falls then made our way to the covered bridge at the top where we took a short break and watched the fish, lizards, and snakes(!).

After hiking down, though not always on the trail (hope the arm heals quickly Karen!), we found the parking area even more crowded, and cars lined up on both sides of the road in both directions. So, we vacated our spot and headed into Brevard to find a place to eat (of course). We had a good meal at the Pisgah Fish Camp then headed into the Pisgah National Forest

After a brief look at Looking Glass Falls, we headed on up to the top of the ridge and got on the Blue Ridge Parkway and headed back. We made a few stops to see the views and flowers, and on one of these stops had a remarkable find. Along one of the seeps we were shown a patch of Sundew, a small, rare, carniverous plant (that means that it traps and eats bugs!). See a picture here.

Hope you can join us next month as we beat the heat by heading up to Andrews Bald. Note that the date changed as Dick's daughter is getting married on the 11th.

sgibbs

Pics available 23May09

Several members of the group have made pictures available that have been taken at our events. Links below:
Silas' Flickr Page
Group photos and other
Kathy's Flickr Page

If you have pictures or a site that you want to list here, just email it to the webmaster

MCS Pics to Share?

We have pictures!!. Go check out the gallery and see some pictures of our hikes. We are working to get more pictures uploaded, and if you have any you would like to share, use the email address on the contact page to send them to me.

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2nd MCS Anniversary 10/05/08

Thank you to all who helped with and attended the 2nd anniversary cookout on the Greenway. Good Food, Friends, Fun and Fellowship. Who could ask for more. Activities over the last 2 years included: Gamenights, Potlucks, Volleyball, Movie nights, Pool, Nature Walks, Hiking, Bowling and cookouts just to name a few. I am praying for the upcoming new year and the continued success of the Mountain Christian Singles Group. Thank you all for making the last year a great one. Most of all Thanks be to God for all that he Provides. - Vonda