Monday, Oct. 3 Queer People of Color Group The QPOC groups host weekly meetings from 5 - 6 p.m. in Plemmons Student Union  227, the Rhododendron Room. The QPOC group discusses their identities while living on campus and being a part of the Boone community.  Tuesday, Oct. 4 “Little Shop of Horrors” at Appalachian Theatre - $ The Appalachian Theatre of the High Country is hosting...

It’s finally October, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to focus entirely on Halloween festivities. Midterms are right around the corner. That being said, what better time than now to focus on boosting morale and working hard? This playlist should  motivate exactly that. With the influence of songs like “This Is the Day” by The The, “All These Things That I’ve Done” by The Killers,...

In the High Country, music is abundant. Bluegrass, Americana and alternative rock play proudly while walking down King Street. One local band is looking to provide a fresh taste in Boone’s music scene. Belleville Rendezvous is composed of Kim France, Lauren Hayworth and Andy Page. They are all local musicians who have been performing for years, all adding different musical skills and backgrounds...

Baz Luhrmann’s newest addition to cinema uses colorful visuals and intense rock and roll to grab the audience’s attention. “Elvis” has a mix of circus aesthetics and old ‘50s jazz bringing forth a form of cinematography leaving the watcher bewitched to the screen. From bedazzled bright suits to Elvis Presley’s lavish after-fame lifestyle, this film makes David Bowie look dressed down.  The...

App at a Glance is The Appalachian’s arts and culture desk’s top picks of events for each week.  Wednesday — Sept. 28 Bills, Bills, Bills  Meet Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority at 7:08 p.m. in Crossroads to discuss college budgeting and meal prep ideas.  Ice Cream Social Relief Social  Active Minds club is hosting an ice cream social to destress and relax. Anyone is welcome for the...

The Wellness and Prevention Center and the Asian Student Association collaborated Monday to host the second annual Garba night for students, faculty and community members. Dancers were invited to visit the Parkway Ballroom in Plemmons Student Union from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. for conversation, samosas and Garba dancing.  Garba is an Indian dance performed in Gujarat, India at special occasions, and...