Dashboards and Saddlebags the Destination Magazine™ Issue 021 December 2012 | Page 6

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The National Gingerbread House Competition & Display™ Nov 20,
2012 – Jan 2, 2013 Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa Asheville, NC 28804
Contestants from across the country bring their architectural masterpieces
to The Grove Park Inn for display over the holidays. Delight in the
imagination shown in these sugar-and-spice creations, strolling through
the competition is a sure way to be swept up in the hol iday spirit. There
is no admission charge to view the entries to the National Gingerbread
House Competition. In addition to the gingerbread overload, see the
beautiful holiday displays throughout and warm by the giant fireplaces
in the grand lobby. Pick up a map in the lobby to find the various areas
where the entries are displayed. groveparkinn.com
Trail of Lights Nov 20 – Dec 24, 2012 Waldensian Trail of Faith Valdese,
NC 28690 In its 11th year, this event continues to be a favorite of the
holiday season. Using close to 100,000 lights, this beautiful Christmas
light display is unique because it not only showcases the traditional
Christmas theme but also includes several displays intertwined with
Waldensian Culture. The gift shop is open and ready to serve hot
chocolate. Volunteers are very knowledgable in Waldensian History.
www.visitvaldese.com
Cars and Coffee Gathering Charlotte Sat, December 1, 8am – 9am NC
Music Factory 1000 NC Music Factory Blvd. Its that time again hopefully
the rain will stay away and we’ll have a great weekend to get together!
Please remember to be respectful of the property and towards each other,
we don’t want to lose the support from our new home.
Mountain Wine Country Holiday Weekend Dec 1 – 2, 2012 Callaboose
Cellars, 565 Aquone Rd. Andrews, NC 28901 Purchase a limited edition
Mountain Wine Country glass for $10.00 and take it to participating
wineries during this special two-day event. Tasting charges will be waived
and each winery is offering something special to its Holiday Weekend
visitors. Participating wineries include Calaboose Cellars in Andrews,
Eagle Fork Vineyards in Hayesville, Cherokee Cellars in Murphy, Nottely
River Valley Vineyards in Murphy, and Valley River Vineyards in Murphy,
plus others in the region. www.mountainwinecountry.com
6th Annual Reindeer Fun Run Sat, December 1, 8pm – 11pm 100 E.
Main Street Aberdeen, NC 28315 An event for all of North Carolina.
The Reindeer Fun Run showcases the best of Aberdeen, Pinehurst
and Southern Pines. The 5k curves through the historic downtown
neighborhoods of Aberdeen with rolling hills and wide turns. The 12k
incorporates the 5k route along with a scenic tour of Bethesda, and the
Malcolm Blue Farm. Both courses finish on a sloping downhill toward

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