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What's Happenin' Haywood?

πŸ—“οΈ Haywood County Community Calendar

Waynesville β€’ Maggie Valley β€’ Canton β€’ Clyde β€’ Lake Junaluska


Spring activity is starting to pick up across Haywood County. From food events and theater to fundraisers and creative classes, here’s what’s happening around the county in the coming weeks.

 


πŸ” Fat Burger Month (Countywide)
πŸ“… All March

Restaurants across Haywood County are serving specialty, over-the-top burger creations throughout the entire month as part of Fat Burger Month. Local chefs are competing for bragging rights with creative burger combinations.

Participating restaurants and details:
https://visithaywood.com/fat-burger-month/

 


πŸ’œ Lavender Ball β€” A Night of Art, Heart & Hope
πŸ“… Thursday, March 12
⏰ 6:00 PM
πŸ“ Haywood Community College Library

An elegant fundraising evening supporting the Haywood Community College Lavender Fund, which helps students with emergency needs like groceries, gas, childcare, and rent.

Tickets & information:
https://www.haywood.edu

 


πŸ₯‹ R.A.D. Women’s Self-Defense Classes
πŸ“ Waynesville

Women across Haywood County are participating in Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) classes, a nationally recognized self-defense program offered through a partnership between the Waynesville Police Department and REACH of Haywood County.

The program focuses on awareness, prevention, risk reduction, and practical defensive strategies taught by certified instructors.

Registration and class information:
https://reachofhaywood.org



πŸŽ‰ Life Church Relaunch – Celebration Sunday
πŸ“… Sunday, March 22
⏰ 10:30 AM
πŸ“ Waynesville

Life Church is hosting a Celebration Sunday as part of its relaunch season, inviting the community to be part of a fresh chapter for the church.

Details:
https://lifechurch828.com

 


🎭 Haywood Arts Regional Theatre Performances
πŸ“ Waynesville

Haywood Arts Regional Theatre continues its season with community theater productions, youth programming, and seasonal performances throughout the spring.

Show schedule and tickets:
https://www.harttheatre.org



β˜• Crown & Thistle Tea Room Events
πŸ“ Waynesville

The Crown & Thistle Tea Room hosts a variety of themed gatherings and creative nights throughout the month, including:

β€’ Bridgerton Tea Party
β€’ Paint & Sip Night
β€’ Knit & Crochet Night
β€’ Adult Coloring Night
β€’ Game Nights
β€’ Seasonal craft classes

Full calendar and reservations:
https://www.crownandthistletearoom.com/event-list



πŸ“š Haywood County Public Library Programs

Local library branches continue hosting storytimes, book clubs, craft programs, and community classes for children and adults throughout the month.

Program calendar:
https://www.haywoodlibrary.org



πŸŒ„ Events at Lake Junaluska

Lake Junaluska continues hosting seasonal programs, walking tours, and special gatherings throughout the spring.

Event calendar:
https://lakejunaluska.com/events

 


🎢 Maggie Valley Events

Live music, festivals, and outdoor events continue throughout the year across Maggie Valley.

Town calendar:
https://townofmaggievalley.com

 


🏞 Canton & Clyde Community Events

Both towns continue hosting recreation programs, seasonal gatherings, and community events.

Canton events:
https://cantonnc.com

Clyde events:
https://townofclyde.org

 


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