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The 2008 “Cruise the Smokies” Fall Rod Run will be held Oct. 31 – Nov. 2, at the Cherokee Indian Fairgrounds in Cherokee. The Rod Run – one of two held annually, features hundreds of classic and customized automobiles built before 1972. This year’s event is expected to draw 800 cars. The mountains in the background and miles of surrounding roads, including the famous Blue Ridge Parkway, make for good driving and beautiful views. In addition the many attractions in Cherokee make the Rod Run fun for the whole family.
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Leaf peeping is at its peak and there’s no better place to catch the vibrant colors of the fall season than the mountains and historic roadways in and around Cherokee, N.C. Spend your morning at the Museum of the Cherokee Indian, then take a leisurely drive through the nearby Parkway, or picnic at Oconaluftee Islands Park. Top your day off with a visit to the Qualla Arts & Crafts Mutual Co-op where you’ll find one of a kind traditional and contemporary works of arts by Cherokee artists and craftsman.
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The Warriors of AniKituhwa Dance Group performed a special reenactment of the Delegation of 1777 at Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, on October 25–26. In the mid 1700s, the Cherokees sent fourteen delegations to Williamsburg to seek council with Virginia leaders. On July 20, 1777, a historic peace treaty was signed between the Cherokee, Virginia, and North Carolina.
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The National Kidney Foundation of North Carolina recently unveiled its new Kidneyville Cruiser at Harrah’s Casino & Hotel. Harrah’s is sponsoring the mobile health unit on behalf of the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Nation. “We have partnered with NKFNC because this is an issue that affects so many individuals in our community. Our goal is to help improve health and longevity through education,” said Joyce Dugan, Executive Director of External Communications for Cherokee Harrah’s.
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