Appalachian State University

An adaptation of the “longest and most charming love letter in literature,” written by Virginia Woolf for her lover, Vita Sackville-West, “Orlando” is a theatrical, wild, fantastical trip through space, time and gender. Orlando’s adventures begin as a young man, when he serves as courtier to Queen Elizabeth. Adapted by Sarah Ruhl.

More people are embracing the idea of raising chickens at home. Whether you are experienced with chickens but have questions or you have been contemplating becoming a part of the chicken-keeping community, there’s no need to wing it. From setting up the perfect coop to ensuring a steady supply of wholesome eggs, Ann Wortinger will walk you through every step of the process.

Faculty, staff, retirees, and family members can now complete their pre-reading and health history questions online by visiting the Red Cross RapidPass website on the day of their donor appointment to help reduce the time they spend at the drive by up to 15 minutes. Appointments are highly suggested. Walk-ins are welcomed, but will be taken after donors with appointments.

The Climate Stories Collaborative invites you to join us for a workshop on the intersections of theatre and climate solutions. We’ll learn about and practice the techniques of Forum Theatre, developed by Brazilian dramatist Augusto Boal to support communities in changemaking. Learn how to use easy, effective, and FUN theatre games to spur non-threatening and productive dialogue around difficult, sometimes controversial issues. These games can empower the participants and lead to positive action.

Join us for an ARTtalk by internationally recognized writer, visual researcher, and photo-based artist, Jake Eschelman as he discusses his creative research into the interspecies dialogue between bees and humans. Eschelman actively invites his audiences to imagine what the bees may tell—or ask of—us.

Join us at the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts every First Friday of the month as downtown Boone comes alive with creativity, community, and celebration! Explore our captivating galleries featuring contemporary art exhibitions, meet local artists, and enjoy free admission. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or simply looking for an inspiring night out, the Turchin Center is the perfect place to start your First Friday Art Crawl adventure.

Open House is your opportunity to learn more about App State. Meet faculty and current students, tour campus, and learn more about financial aid, scholarships, the admissions process, and what student life at App State is really like.

This presentation will cover key aspects of regenerative leadership including: life-affirming practices, dynamics of regenerative leadership, the value of emergent thinking, and applying regenerative practices to home and work environments. Participants will leave with a basic understanding of regenerative approaches and resources for working with life affirming practices.

The Veterans Day Ceremony honors the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of those who have served in our nation’s armed forces. The program includes the Presentation of Colors, remarks from a featured speaker, and a moment of reflection to recognize all veterans—past and present—who have defended our freedoms with honor. The ceremony is open for the general public to attend.

Kathryn Kirkpatrick is the author of eight collections of poetry, including three recipients of the NC Poetry Society’s Brockman-Campbell award. “The Fisher Queen: New and Selected Poems” (Salmon, 2019) received the NC Literary and Historical Society’s Roanoke-Chowan Poetry Prize. She has lived in the Blue Ridge Mountains for many years, where she teaches environmental literature, animal studies, Irish studies, and creative writing as Professor of English at App State.

“Afrique en Cirque” is a show by Yamoussa Bangoura, inspired by daily life in Guinea. This performance shares the beauty, youth and artistry of African culture. A colorful show beyond its scenery, costumes and staging, it makes any theatre vibrate with energy and represents the strength, agility and life’s joys of young Africans. The audience will see acrobats execute gravity-defying moves and human pyramids, accompanied by the contemporary sounds of live Afro-Jazz, percussion, and kora. Welcome to the universe of Kalabanté Productions, and prepare for an unforgettable journey.

Join us for a day of grit, reinvention, and purpose-driven success stories that will challenge your thinking and energize your next move. This year’s lineup features Natalie Johnson, Paul Storm, and Gaurav “G” Patel, entrepreneurs and leaders who know firsthand what it means to face setbacks, rethink everything, and come back stronger. Their stories span industries and continents, but all center on the power of staying grounded, thinking boldly, and leading with clarity and conviction.