things to do in franklin nc: Fall in Franklin North Carolina | Things to do in Franklin,NC | Events - 11/03/13 12:35 AM
Fall in Franklin North Carolina | Things to do in Franklin,NC | Events
Fall is a favorite time of the year for thousands of folks who flee to the mountains of North Carolina to see Mother Nature perform her beauty of the leaf change.

If your not here this weekend I am afraid you have missed out on this years Fall Season.  But, you haven't missed out on the fun left to do here in Franklin, NC. 
Here are a few Events coming up in Franklin, NC:
Trimont Christian Academy Fall Festival & Silent Auction Date: Nov 08, 2013 … (0 comments)

things to do in franklin nc: Franklin, NC Events | Things to do in Franklin, NC | 2013 - 10/17/13 05:20 AM
Franklin, NC Events | Things to do in Franklin, NC | 2013 Art & Craft Festival
Looking for something to do this weekend in Franklin, NC?  Why not head on down to the Arts & Craft show at the Macon County Fairgrounds.  Also visit the Whistle Stop Mall across the street. The mall accommodates 60,000 square feet of antiques, retail stores and dining.  There is something for everyone to do in Franklin, NC this weekend.
21st Annual Smoky Mountain Art & Craft Fest Date: Oct 18, 2013 - Oct 19, 2013 When: Friday 9am - 5pm & Saturday 9am … (1 comments)

things to do in franklin nc: Things to do in Macon County Franklin North Carolina - 08/21/13 06:13 AM
Things to do in Macon County Franklin North Carolina
Franklin, NC Events
September 11 to 14 - 60th Annual Macon County Fair - One of the few, true agricultural fairs in the United States celebrates its Diamond Jubilee in 2013. Held at the Wayne Proffitt Agricultural Center just south of Franklin, NC on U.S. 441.  This is fun for the entire family and very educational too.  See Ya'll there! 
                                                    Schedule of Events
Monday, September 9 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m..........Enter all Educational Booths
Tuesday, September 10 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. ........Enter all Individual Exhibits including livestock
(no exhibits accepted after … (2 comments)

things to do in franklin nc: 12th Annual Mother's Day Gemboree | Things to do in Franklin NC - 05/05/13 04:59 AM
12th Annual Mother's Day Gemboree | Things to do in Franklin NC
Looking for something to do in Franklin, NC on Mother's Day?  Why not come to the 12th Annual Mother's Day Gemboree at the Macon County Community building on Hwy. 441 South.  Visit the Chamber of Commerce website for more things to do in Franklin, NC.
Date: May 10, 2013 - May 12, 2013
When: Friday - Saturday 10am - 5pm; Sunday 11am - 4pm
Where: Macon County Community Building  Look for discount coupons in local Franklin newspapers.
Thousands of visitors each year come here to go Gem Mining.  Here is a list of places you can have … (3 comments)

things to do in franklin nc: 425 Parsons Way Franklin, NC | Just SOLD | Re/Max Elite Realty - 05/01/13 11:17 AM
425 Parsons Way Franklin, NC | Just SOLD | Re/Max Elite Realty
Congratulations to Terry B. on purchasing a great property in Franklin, NC.  Thank you for allowing me to be of service to you.  Wish you many happy years in your new home. 
  Click here to search for your new home.
Excellent for the first time home buyer or investment for rental in Franklin, NC.  Built in 2008 this home has full unfinished basement for expansion and plumbed for another bath and Workshop area in basement as well.  T & G wood Vaulted Ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors.  Large Covered & Open back … (0 comments)

things to do in franklin nc: Festivals in Franklin North Carolina | Things to do in Franklin, NC - 03/24/13 10:09 AM
Time for Festivals in Franklin North Carolina | Things to do in Franklin, NC
Trail Days kick off 2013 Appalachian Trail Season here in Franklin, NC for the towns 1st. Festival.  April Fools Trail Days is on Saturday, March 30th with a day long event downtown Franklin.   Featuring displays, workshops, live entertainment, fun & food and more.  AT hikers come from all over and are a big part of our tourism each year.  Learn more at the Nantahala Hiking Club here. 
Franklin, NC is the first town to receive the designation called Appalachian Trail Gateway Community and it was perfect to include the 5 … (2 comments)

things to do in franklin nc: 1005 Mill Creek Rd. FRANKLIN, NC 28734 |New on the Market| Mill Creek Resort & Country Club - 02/26/13 10:14 AM
1005 Mill Creek Rd. FRANKLIN, NC 28734 |New on the Market| Mill Creek Resort & Country Club 
To see all the homes listed in Caroogechaye Community near Mill Creek click here. 
Mill Creek Resort and Country Club features and 18 hole Championship Golf Course that is set in a quaint valley will long range views, mature hardwoods and golf that features creeks, lakes and ponds on 15 of 18 holes. They feature quality tennis courts, putting & chipping facilities, shuffleboard, horseshoe area, and remodeled Pro-Shop. Within an hour's drive you can explore the culture of the nation's largest Cherokee Indian Reservation complete with a Casino, tour the … (3 comments)

things to do in franklin nc: Things to do in Franklin, NC | Upcoming Events | Veteran's Day Parade - 11/08/12 08:45 AM
Things to do in Franklin, NC | Upcoming Events | Veteran's Day Parade
November 12th, 2012 Downtown Franklin, NC will celebrate our True Hero's with a Veteran's Parade.
The event will begin at 11:00am with the Veterans Paraded through downtown Franklin, NC.Local elementary school children will sing for the veterans.  The ceremony will conclude with the wreath laying ceremony on the courtyard of the Macon County Courthouse. This is a fun event for the entire family.  
Our small community in Macon County NC does so much for so many and they never forget important events such as Verteran's Day!  Contact 828-524-2516 for more information.
THANK … (2 comments)

things to do in franklin nc: Things to do in Franklin, NC | Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 11/01/12 10:38 PM
Things to do in Franklin, NC | Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 
Novemember 2, 2012 Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts in Franklin, NC is pleased to have Chubby Checker come show us how to twist.
Tickets are:  $28 - $36 For tickets and information contact 828-524-1598 or visit www.greatmountainmusic.com 
 
Chubby Checker has sold an amazing 250,000,000 records over the years.  He had the first Platinum Record and the first Rock & Roll Grammy with , "Let's Twist Again" and is the only artist to have a song go to #1 twice.  He revolutionized our culture with "Dancing Apart to the Beat" when … (4 comments)

things to do in franklin nc: Fall Views | Franklin NC | Smoky Mountains | Peak Colors - 10/25/12 11:34 AM
Fall Views | Franklin NC | Smoky Mountains | Peak Colors Fall is one of my favorite times of the year here in Franklin, NC.  Very cool mornings and just beautiful afternoons.  Great for the people who like to sit around a fire place as well.  I loving that $89 power bill this month!  Look for your home with a fire place here. If you plan on coming up to see the Fall Leaves change your running out of time.  Here in Franklin, NC is at its peak.  We have about a week left for the best views of the Smoky Mountains performing their magic. … (4 comments)

things to do in franklin nc: 2012 Franklin, NC Events | Things to do in Franklin, NC - 10/20/12 11:37 PM
2012 Franklin, NC Events | Things to do in Franklin, NC 
If you missed the Pumpkin Fest Oct. 20th and the Craft show that is too bad because it was awesome.  I hope you wont miss these two events coming up next weekend in Franklin, NC.
Did you know Franklin, NC is the Gem Capital of the World? Read more about that here.
The 23rd Annual Leaf Lookers Gemboree 
Date(s): Oct 26, 2012 - Oct 28, 2012
When: Fri & Sat 10am - 5pm; Sun 11am - 4pm
Where: Macon County Community Building Hwy. 441 Across from Whistle Stop Mall
Rough & Cut Gems, Minerals, Fine … (3 comments)

things to do in franklin nc: Things to do in Franklin, NC | 2012 Events Calendar for Franklin, NC - 06/09/12 10:35 AM
Things to do in Franklin, NC | 2012 Events Calendar for Franklin, NC
Franklin, NC has Craft Fairs, Festivals, Car shows to Veterans & Christmas Parades going on all through the year.  One of the newest is the Mountain High BBQ Festival that is now in its 4th year.  We are also holding the very 1ST. Motorcycle Rally this coming Aug. 17 - 19.  They are calling it Smoky Mountain Rumble.   Being a motorcycle enthusiast myself I am looking forward to that.  For such a small town as Franklin, NC is we sure do have a lot going on.   … (6 comments)

things to do in franklin nc: Things to do in Franklin, NC | Museums | Discover Franklin, NC - 06/07/12 11:32 AM
Things to do in Franklin, NC | Museums | Discover Franklin, NC
To highlight the Heritage & History of Franklin, NC we have 3 Museums.  

Gem & Mineral Museum of Franklin ~ Mining for Ruby & Sappire began in Macon County, NC in 1870.  Brought to the railroad by horse and wagon, Corundum and other minerals such as Mica and Kaolin were shipped out of Frankin, NC in large quantities.   American Prosepecting & Mining Co., US Ruby Mining Co. began work here hoping to find the sourse of the Rubies found in the corundum mines. Both compainies gave up the search in … (0 comments)

things to do in franklin nc: Things to do in Franklin, NC | Water Falls in Macon County Franklin NC - 06/05/12 11:42 AM
Things to do in Franklin, NC | Water Falls in Macon County Franklin NC
What is there to do in Franklin, NC?  A few things that are MUST DO's are:
 
Waterfalls in and around Macon County, Franklin North Carolina
* Please be careful at any waterfall you may visit, they can be very danerous!  Never walk close to the edge on wet rocks!!!
This is a guide to 16 scenic waterfalls in Southwestern North Carolina, including areas of the Nantahala National Forest, Pisgah National Forest and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Provided by the Franklin NC Chamber of Commerce. 
1. Cullasaja … (8 comments)

things to do in franklin nc: Things to do in Franklin, NC | Gem Mining in Macon County Franklin NC - 06/05/12 10:49 AM
Things to do in Franklin, NC | Gem Mining in Macon County Franklin NC
What is there to do in Franklin, NC?  A few things that are MUST DO's are:
Did you know Franklin, NC is the Gem Capitol of the World?  Yes it is and Gem Mining is a ton of fun for the whole family to to enjoy.  
Mining for Ruby & Sappire began in Macon County, NC in 1870.  Brought to the railroad by horse and wagon, Corundum and other minerals such as Mica and Kaolin were shipped out of Frankin, NC in large quantities.   American Prosepecting & Mining Co., US … (6 comments)

things to do in franklin nc: Things to do in Franklin, NC | Reminisce Antiques Mall & Auction - 06/01/12 06:12 AM
Things to do in Franklin, NC | Reminisce Antiques Mall & Auction
SOLD!!!
I like the excitement from the word SOLD when the Auctioneer yells it to the crowd.  Here is a link to their Website.
I had never been to an Auction until I moved here to Franklin, NC.  They are so popular in these here parts.  I know there are at least three big Auction houses here and one of the newest is Reminisce Antiques Mall & Auction.  Located at the traffic light of Hwy.441North & E. Main St. Franklin where you turn right. We are located on the N.E. corner of the intersection.  
Reminisce Antiques & … (3 comments)

things to do in franklin nc: Things to do in Franklin, NC | Pickin on the Square downtown Franklin,NC - 05/31/12 03:23 AM
Pickin on the Square ~ Franklin, NC Downtown Gazebo
Last weekend 5/26/2012 they kicked the season off and it last until the end of Aug.  Every Saturday night Franklin, NC has a Free Event called Pickin on the Square right in the middle of downtown at the Gazebo.  The only vendors allowed is food.  It's amazing the amount of people that come out to listen to the live free music all summer long through August.   Pickin on the Square will provide you with hours of great entertainment each week for the whole family to enjoy.  Guest performers have included some the the … (3 comments)

things to do in franklin nc: Things to do in Franklin, NC | The Fun Factory on Hwy.441 South - 05/31/12 12:34 AM
Things to do in Franklin, NC | The Factory on Hwy.441 South
The Factory is the perfect place for the whole family to enjoy a day together.  Located on Hwy.441 South of Franklin, NC in a old warehouse that use to be occupied by Hanes.  

The Factory has the largest go-cart track in Western North Carolina. It’s 2 stories tall.
Lazer Tag is a fast paced, exciting and a sure way to crank up the fun.
Enjoy ten lanes of bowling action while being entertained by our large TV screens. This smoke-free facility also features cosmic bowling nightly for even greater family fun.
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things to do in franklin nc: Things to do in Franklin, NC | Perfect place for Motorcycle Riding - 05/23/12 11:37 PM
Things to do in Franklin, NC | Perfect place for Motorcycle Riding
This is one of my Favorite Motorcycle rides from Franklin, NC to Helen, Ga for Lunch.  Along the way is Lake Burton and that is a great place to stop for a rest.
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Get your motor's running and head out on the Hwy.  Looking for adventure ~ Put Franklin, NC in your way. Thought I would get you in the mood with a little tune from Steppenwolf - Born to be wild 1969

Word of Caution: Please be careful when riding motorcycles in the mountains. … (3 comments)

things to do in franklin nc: Things to do in Franklin, NC | Kayaking, Canoeing, Camping, Fishing and Tubing - 05/15/12 11:26 AM
Things to do in Franklin, NC
What is there to do in Franklin, NC?  A few things that are MUST DO's are: Kayaking, Canoeing, Camping, Fishing and Tubing
The Little Tenessee River & the Nantahala Gorge is perfect for all those activities and more!
One place you may want to check out is Jerry Anselmo's place on the Little T in Franklin, NC.  Great Smokey Mountain Fish Camp & Safari's.  Their beautiful camp and fishing grounds are located right on the Little Tennessee River in Franklin, NC.  Visit them from April 1st to November 1st for the best kayaking, tubing, camping, and fishing experience of a lifetime.  
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