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May 10, 11 AM Free Program   Join Senior Geologist Amy Pitts from the North Carolina Geological Survey for a fun-filled mineral scavenger hunt around Court Square, designed for children ages 4-8.   Click here to reserve your spot!

Join us for Pickin’ on the Square! Mark your calendars for the second Saturday of June & July, starting at 11 am, and head to the court square of the Earl Scruggs Center for an unforgettable day of music, fun, and community! 🪕 Concert: 11 am - 12 pm🪕 Jam Session to follow. Whether you're a seasoned picker or just love bluegrass, this event is for YOU! Bring a picnic, gather your loved ones, and enjoy beautiful tunes together in the…

June 21, 6 PM $35 Non-members / $25 Members (Use your discount code at checkout)   Step back in time with Atlanta Historic Dance as they bring to life the social scene of the Cleveland Springs Hotel’s golden era with period-correct dances, parlor games, and fashion demonstrations, all set to live music by Mari Hashimoto on Violin and Zoe Taddie on Cello representing the Carolina Primrose Quartet.   Click here to register!

June 23 - 27 | 9:30am - 12:00pm   Ages 8-13 (older students allowed with inquiry) Skill Level – Beginner Cost Per Participant: $40   Students will learn the basics of guitar including technique, chords, melody, and notation. Through group instruction and individual mentoring, students will have an opportunity to work at a pace that focuses on progress and musicality. On the final day, parents are invited to a mini-performance to experience the culmination of a week of hard work.…

June 23 - 27 | 1:00pm - 3:30pm   Ages: 8-16 Skill Level: Beginner Cost Per Participant: $40   Students will learn the basics of banjo including technique, chords, melody, and notation. Through group instruction and individual mentoring, students will have an opportunity to work at a pace that focuses on progress and musicality. On the final day, parents are invited to a mini-performance to experience the culmination of a week of hard work. Students are encouraged to bring an…

July 12  |  9:30am - 12:00pm Skill Level: Beginner Cost Per Participant: $20   Students will learn the basics of guitar including technique, chords, melody, and notation in a one day workshop setting. Through group instruction and individual mentoring, students will have an opportunity to work at a pace that focuses on progress and musicality.  Contact the Earl Scruggs Center for information on loaned instruments & scholarships/fee assistance or click here.   Click here to register!

Join us for Pickin’ on the Square! Mark your calendars for the second Saturday of June & July, starting at 11 am, and head to the court square of the Earl Scruggs Center for an unforgettable day of music, fun, and community! 🪕 Concert: 11 am - 12 pm🪕 Jam Session to follow. Whether you're a seasoned picker or just love bluegrass, this event is for YOU! Bring a picnic, gather your loved ones, and enjoy beautiful tunes together in the…

July 19  |  9:30am - 12:00pm Skill Level: Intermediate Cost Per Participant: $20   Students will have an overview of musical styles and techniques for the guitar including blues, rock, country, and bluegrass. In addition to learning scales and patterns that will unlock a world of inspiration, we will also cover barre chords and other aspects of intermediate guitar playing. Through group instruction and individual mentoring, students will have an opportunity to work at a pace that focuses on progress and musicality.  Contact the…