Uni-Tea – 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 1
WCU students, faculty and staff are invited to drop in to enjoy refreshments, conversation and community. The event is held in the ICA lounge on the first Tuesday of the month.
Artrageous – 4 p.m. April 1
Join the Jackson County Public Library to create a different fun project and learn new art skills every Tuesday. More information at https://fontanalib.org/events.
Trivia Night – 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. April 1
Challenge yourself in free trivia every Tuesday at Lazy Hiker Brewing in Sylva. Groups or solo participants welcome.
Hire Attire Fashion Show – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. April 2
WCU’s Center for Career and Professional Development is hosting a fashion show to highlight business casual and business professional clothing. More information at https://wcu.campuslabs.com/engage/event/10161532.
Jackson County Farmers Market – 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. April 5
Browse goods from local farmers and artisans every Saturday in Bridge Park. More information at https://jacksoncountyfarmersmarket.org/.
Boredom Busters – 10 a.m. April 5
All ages are welcome to stop by the Jackson County Public Library every Saturday for fun activities including art projects and games. More information at https://fontanalib.org/events/boredom-busters-7.
Literary Festival – April 7 to 10
Join WCU’s English department for a week of guest lectures from poets, authors and publishers. More information and festival schedule at https://www.wcu.edu/learn/departments-schools-colleges/cas/humanities/english/lit-fest/..
SpringFest Concert: Yung Gracy – 7 p.m. to 11:45 p.m. April 8
This year’s free annual SpringFest Concert at WCU will feature Yung Gravy. More information at https://wcu.campuslabs.com/engage/event/11148715..
LEGO Club – 4 to 5 p.m. April 10
Join the Jackson County Public Library at the LEGO Club, a club dedicated to LEGO enthusiasts. Call 828-586-2016 for more information.
Civil Dialogue: Artificial Intelligence – 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. April 10
WCU students are invited to join the Center for Community Engagement and Service Learning for a civil dialogue on Artificial Intelligence. More information at https://wcu.campuslabs.com/engage/event/10853415
Sylva Stitchers – 6 p.m. April 10
All are welcome to join fellow stitchers in working on your favorite needle craft, learn new skills or teach beginners to improve. The event is held every second and fourth Thursday of the month in The Story Time Room at the Jackson County Public Library. More information at https://fontanalib.org/events/sylva-stitchers-2.
Sylva Naturalist Club: The Forest Unseen – 6:30 p.m. April 10
Join the Sylva Naturalist Club in reading The Forest Unseen this year. While reading the novel, club members will connect with nature and share personal nature observations. Meetings are every second Tuesday of the month at the Jackson County Public Library. Email aduggins@bmtrust.org to sign up.
Pippin The Musical – 7:30 to 10 p.m. April 10-13
Watch WCU’s School of Stage and Screen perform Pippen the Musical at the Bardo Arts Center Performance Hall. Get tickets at https://wcuarts.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=1496.
Empty Bowl – 4 to 8 p.m. April 11
Sylva’s Community Table is hosting their annual Empty Bowl fundraiser with handmade bowls from local artisans. There is a $30 fee at the door. More information at https://business.mountainlovers.com/events/details/empty-bowl-fundraiser-community-table-70899?calendarMonth=2025-04-01.
Tuck River Cleanup – 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 12
Volunteer for the 41st Tuck River Cleanup to help clean 15 miles of the Tuckasegee River. There is no pre-registration, but only the first 500 volunteers will be able to raft due to available gear. More information at https://www.wcu.edu/experience/campus-recreation/base-camp-cullowhee/tuck-river-cleanup.aspx..
The Easter Hat Parade – 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 19
Show off your fanciest Easter hats at this annual parade. The parade will start at 2 p.m. at Dillsboro Town Hall. Before the parade, there will be an egg hunt. More information at https://www.discoverjacksonnc.com/event/the-easter-hat-parade/..
The “Yosemite of the East”: Recreating Responsibly in Panthertown Valley – 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. April 22
Celebrate Earth Day with a presentation on Panthertown Valley and community partners. Register for the presentation at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfHxU8Sec99Q-gabbZXLmtjw8kvSZrmZTPQlhj6py60ihXm7Q/viewform..
WCU’s 44th Annual International Festival – 12 to 3 p.m. April 23
Celebrate a variety of cultures and countries at WCU’s Annual International Festival. Contact global@wcu.edu to get involved with the festival.
Intercultural Dialogue Potluck Meal and Congolese Culture Presentation – 6:30 to 8 p.m. April 24
Listen to Esther Zihalirwa present about Congolese culture and enjoy a potluck dinner. More information at https://wcu.campuslabs.com/engage/event/11008501.
The Making of Our Planet with Dan Tapster – 7:30 p.m. April 24
Watch an immersive show based on the documentary series Our Planet Live. Get tickets at https://wcuarts.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=1500.
The Art of Nature Journaling – 1 to 5 p.m. April 25
Join Debby Singleton in learning how to create a nature journal at the WCU Picnic area. All journaling materials are provided with the $60 registration fee. More information at https://www.wcu.edu/engage/professional-enrichment/conferences-and-community-classes/the-cullowhee-native-plant-conference/native-plants-101.aspx.
Greening Up the Mountains Festival – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 26
The 27th Greening Up the Mountains Festival returns to downtown Sylva. Enjoy arts, food and drink vendors with live music. There is also a 5k run that participants can register for. More information at https://www.mainstreetsylva.org/greening-up-the-mountains/.
SAGA Pride – 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 26
Celebrate Pride early with an assortment of vendors, RSO and community members. More information at https://wcu.campuslabs.com/engage/event/11139922.
