
Author Andrew K. Clark
A Western North Carolina novelist discusses a mountain resort mystery where eerie sky lights, silent winds, living owl gargoyles, and stopped clocks turn a quiet night shift into supernatural horror.
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Spine-tingling live storytelling brings North Carolina ghost stories, haunted legends, mysterious folklore, and eerie true tales to life through decades of regional lore collected by an award-winning storyteller.

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Explore what distinguishes arachnids from other creatures, discover the many kinds beyond spiders, and learn about their habitats and lives in Western North Carolina through a lively nature program.

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Learn to identify the region’s most troublesome non-native plants and explore practical ways to control them. This horticulture talk connects garden management with protecting Western North Carolina ecosystems.
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Local writers read original prose and poetry in a welcoming monthly literary gathering, with four-minute turns for members and newcomers; listeners are invited to discover Henderson County voices.

Local writers read original prose and poetry in a welcoming monthly literary gathering, with four-minute turns for members and newcomers; listeners are invited to discover Henderson County voices.
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Explore forests, deserts, and other biomes while learning how plants and animals adapt to survive. Familiar Pokémon provide playful examples for elementary students in grades K–5.
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