Smoky Mountain Living Magazine

Smoky Mountain Living Magazine SML is a bi-monthly magazine dedicated to the history, culture, beauty, outdoors, literature and arts Each issue brings the Appalachians to life.
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Smoky Mountain Living magazine covers the southern Appalachians and celebrates the area’s environmental riches, its people, culture, music, arts, literature, history, and special places. Published six times a year, Smoky Mountain Living is a magazine for those who want to learn more about where they live and those who want to stay in touch with where they love.

A Bird for Each Season 🐔🍂There’s nothing quite like the smell of a roasting bird on a cool mountain Sunday — a scent tha...
10/29/2025

A Bird for Each Season 🐔🍂

There’s nothing quite like the smell of a roasting bird on a cool mountain Sunday — a scent that calls everyone home. In her latest piece, Appalachian chef and author Susi Gott Séguret shares four seasonal takes on a timeless tradition: roasted fowl dressed with the freshest flavors of autumn, winter, spring, and summer.

📖 Read the full story and bring a taste of the mountains to your table: https://www.smliv.com/food/a-bird-for-each-season/

Did you know you can subscribe for home delivery of Smoky Mountain Living Magazine? Get six issues for just $25 and enjo...
10/27/2025

Did you know you can subscribe for home delivery of Smoky Mountain Living Magazine? Get six issues for just $25 and enjoy beautiful stories and stunning views from the Smokies all year long. Secure your subscription today ➡️ https://simplecirc.com/subscribe/smoky-mountain-living

📚 “Through the Mountains” explores the soul of the Southern Appalachians.In his latest review, Thomas Rain Crowe dives i...
10/24/2025

📚 “Through the Mountains” explores the soul of the Southern Appalachians.

In his latest review, Thomas Rain Crowe dives into John E. Ross’s Through the Mountains — a stunning portrait of the French Broad watershed that blends natural history, culture, and storytelling.

From Ice Age boulders to Cherokee legends, Ross maps the land and spirit of Western North Carolina and East Tennessee.

Read the full review ➡️ https://www.smliv.com/stories/to-be-or-not-to-be/

🎶✨ Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival Performer Spotlight: Appalachian Road Show! ✨🎶HCAC welcomes back Appalachian Road ...
10/23/2025

🎶✨ Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival Performer Spotlight: Appalachian Road Show! ✨🎶

HCAC welcomes back Appalachian Road Show to the Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival! This GRAMMY-recognized acoustic ensemble blends traditional Appalachian bluegrass and folk with fresh original music, telling authentic stories of mountain life.

📅 Saturday, October 25 | 11 AM – 6 PM
📍 Maggie Valley Festival Grounds

🎟️ Tickets: https://givebutter.com/SMBF25

🌐 More info: HaywoodArts.org | Appalachian Road Show

🌄🎶 Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival is Back and Stronger Than Ever! 🎶🌄After last year’s festival was cancelled by Hurr...
10/22/2025

🌄🎶 Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival is Back and Stronger Than Ever! 🎶🌄

After last year’s festival was cancelled by Hurricane Helene, the Haywood County Arts Council is proud to return bigger, better, and more determined than ever! This year, we’re celebrating the resilience of Western North Carolina, our local artists, and our vibrant community.

🗓️ Saturday, October 25 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Maggie Valley Festival Grounds

🎸 Live award-winning Bluegrass music
🎨 Local artists & vendors
🖌️ Artist demos & hands-on fun
🎟️ Raffles & prizes
🍔 Delicious food & drinks
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Activities for all ages

Let’s come together, celebrate our community, and make this year’s festival unforgettable! Your attendance supports HCAC and the arts in Haywood County. 💛

🎟️ Tickets: https://givebutter.com/SMBF25

🌐 Learn more: HaywoodArts.org

🎻 Blue Ridge Holler Comes to Asheville!On Nov. 21, FRIENDS of the Blue Ridge and Mast General host a night of incredible...
10/21/2025

🎻 Blue Ridge Holler Comes to Asheville!

On Nov. 21, FRIENDS of the Blue Ridge and Mast General host a night of incredible mountain music at the Wortham Center — all to help rebuild western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene.

Hosted by fiddler Josh Goforth, the lineup includes David Lamotte, Carolina Detour, Newfound Gap, and Pythagoras.

🎟️ Tickets: $18 each or family 4-pack for $50.
Every note supports rebuilding our parks, trails, and playgrounds. ❤️
👉 Learn more & grab tickets ➡️ https://www.smliv.com/blog/blue-ridge-holler-concert-series-comes-to-asheville-nov-21/

🎶✨ Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival Performer Spotlight: Michael Reno Harrell! ✨🎶Join us Saturday, October 25 | 11 AM ...
10/20/2025

🎶✨ Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival Performer Spotlight: Michael Reno Harrell! ✨🎶

Join us Saturday, October 25 | 11 AM – 6 PM at Maggie Valley Festival Grounds for award-winning songwriter, storyteller, and visual artist Michael Reno Harrell. Hailing from the Southern Appalachians, Michael brings his mountain roots to every song, story, and artwork—captivating audiences across the U.S. and internationally.

🎸 Don’t miss this unique performance—plus enjoy:
🎨 Local artists & vendors
🖌️ Artist demos & hands-on activities
🍔 Food, fun, and family-friendly entertainment

🎟️ Tickets: https://givebutter.com/SMBF25

🌐 More info: HaywoodArts.org | Michael Reno Harrell

🎸✨ Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival Performer Spotlight: John Jorgenson! ✨🎸HCAC welcomes John Jorgenson to the Smoky M...
10/17/2025

🎸✨ Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival Performer Spotlight: John Jorgenson! ✨🎸

HCAC welcomes John Jorgenson to the Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival! A world-class musician and Gypsy Jazz ambassador, John has performed with legends like Elton John, Earl Scruggs, Bonnie Raitt, and Bob Dylan. From Bluegrass to Gypsy Jazz, his guitar and mandolin mastery delivers unforgettable performances.

📅 Saturday, October 25 | 11 AM – 6 PM
📍 Maggie Valley Festival Grounds

🎟️ Tickets: https://givebutter.com/SMBF25
🌐 More info: HaywoodArts.org | John Jorgenson

10/17/2025

After a one-year cancellation due to Hurricane Helene, the festival is back and stronger than ever, with new features designed to enhance the visitor experience.

🍁🎶 Bluegrass, Art & Community Spirit! 🎨🍁The Haywood County Bluegrass Festival isn’t just a celebration of music and moun...
10/16/2025

🍁🎶 Bluegrass, Art & Community Spirit! 🎨🍁

The Haywood County Bluegrass Festival isn’t just a celebration of music and mountains—it’s the annual fundraiser for the Haywood County Arts Council (HCAC).

Your ticket helps HCAC continue its mission: supporting the arts in Haywood County through education, events, and opportunities for local artists of all levels.

🗓️ Saturday, October 25 | 11 AM – 6 PM
📍 Maggie Valley Festival Grounds

✨ Festival Highlights:
🎻 Traditional & award-winning bluegrass all day
🛍️ Artisan vendors with handcrafted treasures
🖌️ Live artist demonstrations
🍔 Delicious food & drinks
🎟️ Raffles & family fun

By joining us, you’re not only experiencing the best of Appalachian culture—you’re investing in the creative future of Haywood County. 💛

🎟️ Get your tickets here: https://givebutter.com/SMBF25
🌐 Learn more: HaywoodArts.org

10/16/2025

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10/13/2025

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Smoky Mountain Living Magazine celebrates wilderness adventuring and urban exploration in Southern Appalachia. Each issue brings the Appalachians to life with a focus 0n its people, culture, music, arts, history and special places. Published six times each year, SML is a magazine for those who want more about where they live and those who want to stay in touch with a place they love.