Thursday, October 8, 2026
Doors @ 5:30 pm | Program @ 6:30 pm
Highland Brewing Company Event Center (Asheville, NC)
Highlights:
- MountainTrue program info stations
- Face painting
- Music provided by Bear Creek String Bandits
Bear Creek String Bandits are an Asheville-based bluegrass trio. Expect to hear some traditional bluegrass, old time ballads and fiddle tunes, jazz and honky tonk, highlighting their cultured and diverse musical backgrounds. Bear Creek String Bandits are supported by ReString Appalachia.
A Night of Gratitude
Whether you’ve been a member for decades or just joined this year, we invite you to celebrate the strength of our community and the shared accomplishments that protect our forests, waters, and communities.
- Reconnect: Meet fellow members and staff from across the Southern Blue Ridge.
- Reflect: Hear highlights from our recent conservation and advocacy wins.
- Recognize: Cheer on the dedicated volunteers who make our work possible.
The Esther Cunningham Award
A highlight of the evening is the presentation of the Esther Cunningham Award. Each year, we honor an individual whose leadership, commitment, and spirit of service embody the very heart of MountainTrue. Join us as we recognize this year’s recipient and their extraordinary contributions to our region.