50 for 50 with Ron Rash

Ron Rash | Photo courtesy Clemson world magazine

Ron Rash | Photo courtesy Clemson world magazine

“I tell people that North Carolinians have done three things really well: cook barbecue, make music, and make literature.”
— Ron Rash
 
 
 
 

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“I tell people that North Carolinians have done three things really well: cook barbecue, make music, and make literature.” -Ron Rash The best-selling author and beloved mentor to many young writers shared his thoughts and feelings about the state of the arts in North Carolina in a new 50 for 50 interview. Link in bio! Photo by Clemson World Magazine
A week from today we will kick-off the @oxfordamerican’s North Carolina music in STYLE by joining them for a series of concerts and literary events across the state. These events will feature performances and readings from @tiftmerritt @shirletteammons @chathamcoline @dasanahanu @davidjoy_author @wileycashauthor and more. More info available at the link in our bio.
WE ARE HIRING! Our A+ Schools team is seeking an energetic Program Administrator who has strong logistical and event coordination experience, bookkeeping/accounting know-how and an interest in supporting our work building creative schools through the arts. Applications are due on November 21st! Learn more at the link in our bio.
Mipso is a band that defies classification. The iconic North Carolina sounds of bluegrass and old-time flow throughout their music, which is equally influenced by the Triangle’s storied indie music community. Since 2010, Piedmont-natives Joe Terrell, Libby Rodenbough, Wood Robinson and Jacob Sharp have created music that marries the old and the new, bridging traditional rural music expressions with the sounds of urban North Carolina: think Doc Watson meets Ryan Adams. Now touring on their fifth studio album, Edges Run, the band has been named by Rolling Stone as an “Artist You Need to Know.” Equal parts performers and students of our state’s musical heritage, the band is deeply engaged with the transmission of music knowledge. Fiddler and vocalist Libby Rodenbough is a member of the North Carolina Arts Council Board, and collectively the group has incorporated educational visits to public schools while touring to spread the word about traditional music. Catch our exclusive interview with them at the link in our bio.
The Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park always makes our hearts soar. Today they celebrate their FIRST BIRTHDAY! We love watching this great public art project come to life, and we are proud to call the town of Wilson a partner in our SmART Initiative. They know just how important the arts are to creative placemaking and economic development. Learn more about the park and how to support their #givetothegigs campaign at www.wilsonwhirligigpark.org.
 
 

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