Calendar

2024

Jake Harwood

March 6 – April 7: Challenge Me: Art Created by Differently Abled Artists

Exhibit Dates:  March 6 – April 7

Exhibit Description: Differently abled artists show that creativity is unlimited. Celebrating their work establishes their presence in the artistic world. This specially curated exhibit highlights the art from a local non-profit organization.

Opening Reception: Friday, March 8 from 5 – 8 pm. String music by Anna Nicholson. 

Thank you to our Sponsor:

Friday, March 15 from 9 – 10 am. Open to ALL ARTISTS, HCAC members, and non-members! Bring your artist friends! This is an opportunity to meet fellow artists, share works in progress, or even work on pieces together!

Times Square Bagel, downstairs gathering room: 176 N Main St Waynesville

Thank you to our Host:

Saturday, April 6 Time & Details Forthcoming

Sheri Friedman

April 10 – June 2: Wings

Exhibit Dates: April 10 – June 2

Exhibit Description: Wings are used by animals and in man-made vehicles. They provide lift and propulsion through the air. Artists let their creativity take fight in an exhibit to dazzle and delight us!

Thursday, April 11 at 6 pm: Pigeon Community Conversations with Storytellers Series:  Adama Dembele is a 33rd generation musician and storyteller from Ivory Coast, West Africa. He has been a culture keeper with Lake Eden Arts Festival for more than 12 years.

Friday, April 19 from 9 – 10 am. Open to ALL ARTISTS, HCAC members, and non-members! Bring your artist friends! This is an opportunity to meet fellow artists, share works in progress, or even work on pieces together!

Times Square Bagel, downstairs gathering room: 176 N Main St Waynesville

Thank you to our Host:

Saturday, April 20 from 5 – 8 pm. 

Haywood Made is an exciting event that celebrates the arts, music, and community in Haywood County. We invite you to join us for a night of live music, dancing, art activities, and a silent auction, all while supporting the local arts community. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled evening!

The Scotsman, 37 Church Street 1st Floor, Waynesville, NC 28786

Ticket Info:

  • Youth (under 10 years of age): FREE!
  • Youth (10 – 18 years of age): $6.00
  • Adults (18+ years of age): $12.00

Saturday, May 4  Time & Details Forthcoming

Thursday, May 9 at 6 pm: Pigeon Community Conversations with Storytellers Series: Ann Miller Woodford interprets the history and culture of WNC African Americans who deserve to be recognized, with passion, determination, and natural curiosity through visual storytelling.

Friday, May 17 from 9 – 10 am. Open to ALL ARTISTS, HCAC members, and non-members! Bring your artist friends! This is an opportunity to meet fellow artists, share works in progress, or even work on pieces together!

Times Square Bagel, downstairs gathering room: 176 N Main St Waynesville

Thank you to our Host:

Karen Stockwell

June 5 – 30: Pets

Exhibit Dates: June 5 – 30 

Exhibit Description: Pets offer companionship and love and can improve our health and well-being. They can bring immense joy and support into our lives. We honor our pet companions in this summer exhibit!

Thursday, June 13 at 6 pm: Pigeon Community Conversations with StorytellersSeries: DeWayne Barton is a social entrepreneur, a veteran, and a visual and performing artist who uses creative expression and experience to help protect, promote, and expand the dreams and goals of neighborhoods in the Affrilachian region.

Friday, June 21 from 9 – 10 am. Open to ALL ARTISTS, HCAC members, and non-members! Bring your artist friends! This is an opportunity to meet fellow artists, share works in progress, or even work on pieces together!

Times Square Bagel, downstairs gathering room: 176 N Main St Waynesville

Thank you to our Host:

Lori Axelrod

July 3 – Sept. 1: Textures

Exhibit Dates: June 5 – 30 

Exhibit Description:  Whether we can feel or see them, they are everywhere in our daily lives. They range from the fabric of our clothing to the surfaces of our walls. In art, texture plays a vital role in emphasizing certain aspects of a piece. Explore all the textured pieces in this exhibit!

Thursday, July 11 at 6 pm: Pigeon Community Conversations with Storytellers Series: Marsha Almodovar is a mixed-medium painter and uses her art to highlight social justice issues. Marsha was awarded the 2023 Tzedek Impact Social Justice award. She recently published illustrated and authored a Spanish-language children’s book, Mucho Mucho.

Friday, July 19 from 9 – 10 am. Open to ALL ARTISTS, HCAC members, and non-members! Bring your artist friends! This is an opportunity to meet fellow artists, share works in progress, or even work on pieces together!

Times Square Bagel, downstairs gathering room: 176 N Main St Waynesville

Thank you to our Host:

Thursday, August 8 at 6 pm: Pigeon Community Conversations with Storytellers Series:  Annette Saunook Clapsaddle is an enrolled citizen of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Her debut novel, Even As We Breathe, was a finalist for the Weatherford Award and named one of NPR’s Best Books of 2020. In 2021, it received the Thomas Wolfe Memorial Literary Award.

Friday, August 16 from 9 – 10 am. Open to ALL ARTISTS, HCAC members, and non-members! Bring your artist friends! This is an opportunity to meet fellow artists, share works in progress, or even work on pieces together!

Times Square Bagel, downstairs gathering room: 176 N Main St Waynesville

Thank you to our Host:

Mojo Glass

September 4 – October 27: Kaleidoscope: An Exploration of Color & Shapes

Exhibit Dates: September 4 – October 27

Exhibit Description:  The kaleidoscope offers an endless array of colors, shapes, and amusement for all ages. This exhibit provides visual stimulation through pattern recognition and color, inspiring artists to explore the world of shapes and colors.

Friday, September 20 from 9 – 10 am. Open to ALL ARTISTS, HCAC members, and non-members! Bring your artist friends! This is an opportunity to meet fellow artists, share works in progress, or even work on pieces together!

Times Square Bagel, downstairs gathering room: 176 N Main St Waynesville

Thank you to our Host:

Saturday, October 12, 2023, 11 am – 6 pm, The Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival: Held at the beautiful Maggie Valley Festival Grounds during the leaf season. Our annual fundraiser, the festival brings all the Haywood County Arts Council’s programs, and artists together for a truly one-of-a-kind experience. The festival includes award-winning bluegrass bands, vendors, raffles, artist member demonstrations and artwork, a child and adult playground, and local drinks and food.

Friday, October 18 from 9 – 10 am. Open to ALL ARTISTS, HCAC members, and non-members! Bring your artist friends! This is an opportunity to meet fellow artists, share works in progress, or even work on pieces together!

Times Square Bagel, downstairs gathering room: 176 N Main St Waynesville

Thank you to our Host:

Juli Hulcy-Kessinger

Oct. 30 – End of Year: Small Works 2024

Exhibit Dates: October 30 – End of Year

Exhibit Description: It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Our annual exhibit, Small Works remains a community favorite! This exhibit features work that is 12 x 12 inches or smaller and ornaments to encourage giving the gift of creative spirit.

Friday, November 15 from 9 – 10 am. Open to ALL ARTISTS, HCAC members, and non-members! Bring your artist friends! This is an opportunity to meet fellow artists, share works in progress, or even work on pieces together!

Times Square Bagel, downstairs gathering room: 176 N Main St Waynesville

Thank you to our Host:

Friday, December 13 from 9 – 10 am. Open to ALL ARTISTS, HCAC members, and non-members! Bring your artist friends! This is an opportunity to meet fellow artists, share works in progress, or even work on pieces together!

Times Square Bagel, downstairs gathering room: 176 N Main St Waynesville

Thank you to our Host:

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