by Madison Fisler Lewis
Sept. 12, 2014. Tent space for the Jan Karon meet and greet at Chetola Resort Sept. 14 is currently filled. But have no fear, Mitford Series lovers, there is still plenty to do to celebrate the release of the newest book in the series, “Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good.”
“We have seating for roughly 370 people and that has been filled to capacity for a few weeks now,” said Marcia Greene, director of marketing at Chetola Resort.
The event is free and will be held in a lakeside tent on Chetola Lawn. Currently, the event has reached its capacity; however, anyone interested in attending is asked to call the Chetola Concierge at 828-295-5509 to inquire about cancellations.
“Anyone who wants to come can come, but they will be on standby, which means that they can get standing room. If they get here and have not RSVPed to the event, they will be given a number. Any seats not taken will be given out. Jan will to an interview onstage with the president of her fan club for about 20 minutes. After that there will be a question and answer session and a meet and greet session where Jan will set in a common area and everyone can line up to talk to her and get a picture taken. When they leave there, they can go to a truck that has been sent down and there are copies of the book that have been pre-signed by Jan. The books will be sold at regular retail price.”
Local Author Jan Karon is the New York Times-bestselling author of 23 books including the Mitford novels, the Father Tim novels, a popular cookbook, the Mitford Bedside Companion and several books for young readers.
The event is sponsored by Putnam & Penguin Publishing, the Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce, the Blowing Rock Tourism & Development Authority and Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock.
Check out the other events available for Mitford Fan Club members to celebrate the 5th International Mitford Homecoming
Mitford Walking Tour of Blowing Rock: A Mitford Walking Tour of Blowing Rock will be available Sept. 12-14 for groups of six or more by appointment. The cost is $12 per person. Friday tours will be offered at 2 p.m.; Saturday Tours will be offered at 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. and on Sunday at 4 and 6 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 12
Nametag Pick Up and Dinner at Dan’l Boone Inn: Two dining rooms will be reserved for the group attending the dinner and nametag pick up. The restaurant is located at 130 Hardin St. in Boone. Cost for the evening is $16.95 for adults; $9.95 for children ages 9-11; $7.95 for children ages 6-8; $5.95 for children ages 4-5 and free for children 3 and under. The price includes sales tax and gratuity and payment is only taken with cash or check.
Saturday, Sept. 13 (Saturday events are open to the public)
The Meadowbrook Inn will provide a Hospitality Room on Saturday where attendees can gather and enjoy fellowship. Free coffee and tea will be available. You do not have to be a guest at the Meadowbrook Inn to enjoy.
My Heart in Mitford Luncheon/Tea: This event will be held at the Meadowbrook Inn located at 711 Main Street in Blowing Rock from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Blowing Rock residents will talk about living in the “real Mitford.” Door prizes will also be available. Contact the Meadowbrook Inn at 828-295-4300 for ticket information. Tickets are priced at $16 per person.
Bill Leslie Concert and Dinner: The Four Seasons Ballroom at the Meadowbrook Inn will host the Bill Leslie Concert and Dinner from 6:30-9 p.m. Bill Leslie will perform selections from his Mitford CD “A Midnight Clear” and his other award-winning CDs. Cost is $30 per person. Tickets are available here.
Pajama Party: A pajama party, hosted by Meli and Friends, will be held from 9-11:30 p.m. in the hospitality room at the Meadowbrook Inn. Snack contributions are welcome.
Sunday, Sept. 14
Prayer Breakfast: A prayer breakfast will be held in the Evergreen Room at Chetola Resort at 10 a.m. Dr. Marshall Edwards, pastor emeritus at Blowing Rock Baptist Church will officiate. A traditional southern breakfast buffet will be served. The cost for HC5 registrants is included in the registration fee. Cost for children age 7 and 8 is $8. Cost for children age 8 and up is $20.
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