Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina Raffles Off a Log Cabin in the Smoky Mountains, Tickets Just $100 Each

ASHEVILLE, N.C., July 27 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina announced today that the organization is raffling off a Log Cabin in the Great Smoky Mountains of Bryson City, North Carolina. The holder of the winning raffle ticket will take possession of this beautiful Smoky Mountain Cabin, a fully furnished 2 bedroom 2 bathroom Log Cabin with custom hardwood floors, granite countertops, hot tub, pool table and a rocked fireplace.  Proceeds from the 1st annual Smoky Mountain Cabin Raffle will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina in its continued effort to recruit, screen, train and support caring adults who want to make a difference in the life of a child.
A limited number of raffle tickets will be available for purchase from July 16, 2010 through the October 7, 2010 deadline on our specially created event website at www.LogCabinRaffle.org   The Grand Prize Drawing will take place on October 14, 2010 and will be open to the public.  The Smoky Mountain Cabin Raffle will also include bonus drawings throughout the three-month event.  Designed to incentivize early ticket purchases these bonus drawings include a one-week stay at a cabin provided by Hidden Creek Cabins, a Whitewater Rafting trip for 4 down the legendary Nantahala River provided by Paddle Inn Rafting and a $1,000 cash prize drawing.
"The Smoky Mountain Cabin Raffle was created as an innovative way to raise significant funds for children and mentors," says Robin Myer, Executive Director. "We are thrilled to present this Smoky Mountain Log Cabin as the Grand Prize of our raffle. It's a beautiful cabin in the mountains overlooking one of the country's most spectacular views. Raffle participants can give back while also having the exciting chance to win a beautiful custom log cabin in the Smoky Mountains."
"Some kids wait more than 9 months to be matched with a Big Brother or Big Sister stated J. Clarkson, Director of Development for Big Brothers Big Sisters of WNC.  "It takes time to recruit, screen, and train a caring adult to be a "Big" and the funds raised from this raffle will allow us to dedicate more staff to that effort and still give professional support to the mentoring relationships already in place.  In the end, this means more children will have the opportunity to experience the difference that a Big Brother or Big Sister can make."
For more information about Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina please visit their website at www.bbbswnc.org  and for more details on the "Smoky Mountain Cabin Raffle" please visit www.LogCabinRaffle.org

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Mary Anne Baker (239) 898-1662 info@LeisureLinx.com  J. Clarkson (828) 253-1470 jc@bbbswnc.org

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Learn more at www.LogCabinRaffle.org

The "Smoky Mountain Soul" Sweepstakes

Breathtaking scenery. Outdoor adventure. Cultural treasures. Authentic handcrafted arts. North Carolina’s Smoky Mountains are all of this and more, offering a family vacation value unlike any other. When you experience the mountains of Western NC, you take a vacation that truly touches your soul.

Now, you can win a great getaway to the North Carolina Smoky Mountains,courtesy of VisitNC.com, and sample the adventures and attractions that make this region so special. The winner receives a week-long class at the John C. Campbell Folk School, lodging and meals included. Then, bring the family back for a four-day adventure, including three nights of lodging, four tickets for the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, 2 Go Blue Ridge cards, and your choice of Cherokee cultural experiences. You’ll also receive a $500 travel voucher to help get you here!

Enter to win today! The sweepstakes ends July 31, 2010.

Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountain Guide to July 4th Festivities for 2010!

The Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountain regions are active with 4th of July celebrations and festivities. Here is just a sampling of events this Independence Day!

Bryson City NC Freedom Fest
Celebrate the 4th of July in Bryson City with a full day of music, arts & crafts, pet show, kid's area and great music with the best fireworks show in the Smokies. Event takes place all day on Saturday, July 3, 2010.

Cherokee, North Carolina 
July 4th Fireworks

7/4/10
Cherokee Events Center
Contact: Cherokee Welcome Center - (800)438-1601 

Starts at dark

Pigeon Forge’s Patriot Festival
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (June 2010) – Country music stars Diamond Rio and a massive fireworks display will highlight Patriot Festival, Pigeon Forge’s annual community celebration of American independence, and cast members from the Grand Majestic Theater will offer a special salute to veterans.

This year’s Patriot Festival is Saturday, July 3, in Patriot Park. Activity begins at 2 p.m. and continues until dark, when fireworks will light up the night sky over the adjacent Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Seven musical groups will perform through the afternoon and evening, food vendors will add a special flair and a Kids Karnival area will offer games and inflatables to entertain the youngsters.

Diamond Rio, winners of four Country Music Association Vocal Group of the Year awards and members of the Grand Ole Opry, are the headline performing group. Their hits include “I Believe,” “One More Day” and “Mama Don’t Forget To Pray for Me” More music will come from

· Steve Azar, whose country hits include “I Don’t Have To Be Me Until Monday” and “Waiting on Joe”

· Jimbo Whaley and Greenbrier, the popular Pigeon Forge bluegrass, country and mountain music group

· TelluRide, a new Nashville group

· Thompson Square, the country-rock husband and wife duo of Keifer and Shawna Thompson

· Grafite, a local four-member pop and rock band, whose members are ages 9-11

· The Pigeon Forge Community Chorus

When dark arrives, fireworks will light things up to the accompaniment of music broadcast on Knoxville radio station WIVK-FM. Admission to all activities is free.

Information about all aspects of visiting Pigeon Forge is at www.MyPigeonForge.com; or by calling toll-free to 800-251-9100.

Fireworks Celebration at Lake Blue Ridge

Blue Ridge Lake Marina in Blue Ridge, Georgia.

515 east to Windy Ridge Road (Conoco station & Kentucky Fried Chicken) go to flashing red light turn left, follow Old Hwy 76 to the Marina
Barbeque and live music from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Fireworks display at dusk.
For more information, call 706-632-2618

July 4th Star Spangled Beach Party at Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain, GA

The celebration begins early and lasts into the night at our annual July 4th Star Spangled Beach Party. We celebrate Independence Day with a day of pure fun. So pack a picnic and sunscreen, round up your friends and family, and head to Callaway Gardens for a spectacular fourth of July! Enjoy live music, circus performances, fireworks and more. Package that includes: Choice of accommodations from our cozy Mountain Creek Inn, secluded Villas, relaxing Cottages to our new luxurious Lodge and a special BBQ Saturday night and a Sunday Red, White and Blue pancake breakfast.