Musings from the Mountains

I can report that we had one of the coolest June’s I can remember.  I have friends in Mississippi, Florida and Texas that have been sweltering in the heat, but not so here.  Most days have been in the 70’s with a few low 80’s thrown in.  At our house, we still have the heat pump set to heat, as many morning lows have been in the 50’s.  Tomorrow is July First, and we still have not turned on the air conditioning.

Thunder in the Smokies starts today and runs through Sunday July 2nd.  This is the largest and oldest motorcycle rally in Maggie Valley.  It runs 11AM to 11PM today, 9AM to 11PM on Saturday, and 9AM to 3PM on Sunday.  There will be tour rides, vendors, a bike show, bike games, prizes, concerts and fire dancers.  All you bikers come on up and join in the fun!

On July 4th, come on up to Maggie Valley and join us for a Backyard Fourth!   The Maggie Valley Festival Grounds will open the gates at 6PM on the 4th.  Bring you blanket, chairs, picnic basket and yard games.  The fireworks display will begin at dark!

There is also a fireworks display at Lake Junaluska on July 4th beginning just after dark.  Do be prepared for a bit of traffic around the fireworks displays, at both locations.

If you have the time, come on up to the mountains and celebrate with us.