January 01, 2008 Directions to the Arts Center For all Madison County Arts Center events: Our location is 90 South Main Street in downtown Marshall, NC. Go to the Downloads link on this website to find detailed directions to the Arts Center.

January 29, 2008 through April 24, 2008 Junior Appalachian Musicians (JAM) Program Begins Inquire at the Arts Council for details about this exciting program to teach the traditional music of our region to children between 4th and 8th grades. Our spring roster of classes includes clogging, make and play your own dulcimer, fiddle, guitar, banjo, mandolin, an old-time band class, and a bluegrass band class. Come join the fun!

April 04, 2008 through May 09, 2008 The Almighty Chicken Exhibit Help us celebrate SPRING with our first “themed” exhibit of 2008: “The Almighty Chicken!” (or rooster as the case may be). The exhibit will run from April 4th until May 9th with an opening reception on April 4th from 6-8 PM. Deadline for submission is Friday, March 28, 2008. Submissions of original art may be of any media but must relate to the theme of the show in some way. This show is juried. Call Delia at 649-1301 for more information.

May 09, 2008 through June 13, 2008 The Watercolor Painters of AB Tech Madison As a group of a dozen or more, these artists have been painting togther for several sessions/years in the Watercolor class at AB Tech with instructor Marion Hurm. Though presented with the same lessons and challenges, they have produced an amazing variety of creative responses. Along with the paintings done in class, each artist will show their painting of choice. The show is lively, colorful and exceptionally painted. The show opens with a reception, Friday May 9th from 5:30-7:00. Come share the journey in the Mezzanine Gallery here at the Arts Center.

May 10, 2008 Peach Pie Concert with Blue Wing Buy tickets online with credit card or PayPal ">Buy tickets online with credit card or PayPal ">Peach Pie (www.peachpieband.com) is a group of musicians who have been making music together in different combinations for thirty years, playing original compositions, Tin Pan Alley, Swing, Celtic, and Sixties Classics, with an emphasis on down home humor and spontaneity. They have performed on the Governor's train at the Kentucky Derby, the Caffe Lena and the racetrack in Saratoga Springs, the Berea Kentucky Craft Fair, and played at parties, clubs, funerals, and weddings in many states. "Them There Eyes," their new CD has something for everyone: gutbucket blues, hilarious accordion comedy, introspective bossa nova mystery, passionate swing violin, tongue-in-cheek philosophy, beautiful original waltz and reels, and enduring ballads. "Crusty on the outside, sweet on the inside"- enjoy Peach Pie's music, performed in the happy present tense. Madison County's own Blue Wing opens for Peach Pie. Blue Wing is a jazzy blues combination that will be sure to get you dancing! $10 per ticket at the Arts Center or at Zuma's. 8 PM at the Arts Center 90 South Main Street in downtown Marshall Call 649-1301 for more information Buy tickets online with credit card or PayPal Website Link

May 15, 2008 Madison Celebrates Art Exhibit Preview Party Come preview some of Madison County's most talented artists. Food and beverage provided. Charge at the door benefits the Madison Celebrates Art Festival. Reservations recommended. Located in the Lower Gallery of the Madison County Arts Center. Please call the Arts Council at 649-1301 for more information.

May 17, 2008 through June 13, 2008 Madison Celebrates Art Exibit See some of Madison's most talented artists located in the Lower Gallery of the Madison County Arts Council.

May 17, 2008 6th Annual Madison Celebrates Art Festival Main Street in Historic Downtown Marshall Free Admission The Madison County Arts Council presents the sixth annual Madison Celebrates Art! Festival on Saturday, May 17th. Main Street in Historic Downtown Marshall will be transformed into an open-air art market and pedestrian mall with over fifty booths of Madison County artists selling their fine art, crafts, and botanicals. There will also be a fine art exhibit on display at the Arts Center at 90 South Main Street for those artists whose work does not fit into a festival venue – but whose art should be seen! A wonderful area especially for children will offer activities and workshops for the entire family. Local non-profits and restaurants will sell a diverse array of food. Come discover all the exciting happenings in Marshall as we celebrate the incredible art that hails from our beautiful county in Western North Carolina.

May 31, 2008 Joe Penland in Concert Joe Penland appears in concert with Roger Howell, Cathy Arrowood and the youth of Joyful Noise community music school. Madison County Arts Center 90 South Main Street Downtown Marshall

June 01, 2008 Joyful Noise Concert Come check out this youth concert performed by the students of the Joyful Noise community school. Located at the Madison County Arts Center. Free admission.

June 14, 2008 13th Annual Bluff Mountain Festival This free, family-friendly festival in Hot Springs, NC features great old-time and bluegrass music, clogging, and a silent auction and raffle of fine art, local crafts, vacation packages, and more. Bring your lawn chair, but please leave your dog at home. Located at the Hot Springs Spa grounds from 10 am until 9 pm.

June 19, 2008 through August 07, 2008 Life Drawing Class with Marion Hurm Draw from models in the "studio" atmosphere and the good morning light of the Arts Council's 3rd floor. Beginning June 19th we will draw for 8 weeks. Model fee included in $85 fee. Contact Marion for supplies at marionh@wildblue.net.

June 20, 2008 through August 01, 2008 Kay Gordon Exibit: Music in the Mountains Opening June 20th with live music. Located in the Mezzanine Gallery of the Madison County Arts Center.

June 27, 2008 through August 09, 2008 Handmade Furniture of Madison County See the talents of some of Madison County's most talented furniture makers. Located in the Lower Gallery of the Madison County Arts Center.

August 08, 2008 through September 19, 2008 Bill Reed Photography Exibit Located in the Mezzanine Gallery of the Madison County Arts Center.

August 15, 2008 through September 13, 2008 Suzanna Biro and Mary Brumo Exibit Located in the Lower Gallery of the Madison County Arts Center.