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Sophomore interdisciplinary studies major Molly Clay performs fire hooping Saturday night at Boone in Blossom. Boone in Blossom was held over the weekend at High Country Fairgrounds and included musical performances, workshops, meditation sessions and more. Olivia Wilkes | The Appalachian

Boone in Blossom brings first vibes of summer to festivalgoers from the area

Ryan Morris April 16, 2013

As summer festival season kicks off nation-wide with Coachella in California, Boone saluted the dawn of summer weather in its own way. The fifth biannual Boone in Blossom music and arts festival, though...

The Athens-based band Futurebirds will bring their laid-back country-rock to Legends Thursday at 9 p.m. Jason Thrasher | Courtesy Photo

Country rock band Futurebirds soars into Legends

Ryan Morris April 15, 2013

The Athens-based six-piece band Futurebirds will play Legends on Thursday. The Appalachian caught up with band member Carter King to talk about the band’s shows and new album, which was released Tuesday.The...

Review: Paramore’s self-titled album shows band’s growth

Ryan Morris April 11, 2013

Editor’s Note: The following reflects the opinions of the author. Formerly angsty teenagers rejoice – Paramore just released their first album since 2009’s “Brand New Eyes.”    The...

Acapocalypse brings rival a cappella groups together

Ryan Morris April 11, 2013

Campus a cappella groups will converge Saturday at Legends for the final concert of the semester, Acapocalypse. The event is similar to fall semester’s Acappellageddon, except Acapocalypse is not a contest. ...

(L-R) Sophomore advertising major Colleen Ratigan, senior English major Stephanie Halchin and freshman advertising major Jelani Drew staff a contact table in Plemmons Student Union on Wednesday morning selling shirts in support of the Appalachian State Invisible Children Club. Paul Heckert | The Appalachian

Invisible Children hosts A Walk Through the Nuba Mountains

Ryan Morris April 11, 2013

The Appalachian State University chapter of Invisible Children will host A Walk Through the Nuba Mountains on Tuesday to raise awareness about the situation in the Nuba Mountains. The free event on Sanford...

The fifth biannual Boone in Blossom festival will take place Friday through Saturday at the High Country Fairgrounds. The festival will showcase regional talent and include workshops in sustainable living. Admission is $20, 20 canned goods or volunteer work. Photo Courtesy | Anna Maynard

Fifth biannual ‘Boone in Blossom’ benefit festival offers free workshops, live music

Ryan Morris April 11, 2013

The fifth biannual Boone in Blossom festival will showcase local talent this weekend  at the High Country Fairgrounds to benefit the Hunger Coalition. The three-day event serves as an open, welcoming...

Review: ‘The Croods’ balances story with animation

Ryan Morris April 9, 2013

Editor’s Note: The following reflects the opinions of the author. “The Croods,” a newly released animated film, follows the story of the last surviving family in prehistoric times. Equipped with...

Nashville, Tenn., musician William Tyler performs in front of a small crowd Friday night at Espresso News. This was Tyler’s first performance in Boone.

Review: Tyler, the Creator’s ‘Wolf’ is his most mature release yet

Ryan Morris April 9, 2013

Editor’s Note: The following reflects the opinions of the author. A lot of people have very strong opinions about the young Los Angeles-based hip-hop collective known as Odd Future. The vitriolic backlash...

William Tyler plays instrumental set at Espresso News

Ryan Morris April 9, 2013

Guitarist William Tyler played an hour-long, purely instrumental set Friday at Espresso News to a modest crowd. Armed with only a few electric guitars, one acoustic guitar, an amplifier and a set of pedals,...

Junior sustainable development major Chris Criqui (left) and junior advertising major Shady Kimzey (right) hold hands on Sanford Mall. Throughout the month of April, some students have chosen to wear either one shirt or one dress to increase sex-trafficking awareness. Mark Kenna | The Appalachian

Students participate in One Dress, One Shirt, One Month

Ryan Morris April 9, 2013

Some students across campus are not changing their clothes for the month of April to bring awareness to victims of sex trafficking as a part of One Dress, One Shirt, One Month. Participants find sponsors...

Sophomore management major Josh Blanco (left) practices a capoeira move on lecturer Gabrielle Motta-Passajou (right) in a class offered through the Watauga Global Community. Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance and music. There is a workshop followed by a Capoeira performance Friday at 5 p.m. in the Grandfather Ballroom of Plemmons Student Union. Parker Arnold | Courtesy Photo

‘Festa do Brasil’ highlights Brazilian culture

Ryan Morris April 9, 2013

Students and community members who want to learn more about Brazilian culture have the opportunity to attend “Festa do Brasil,” three days of free festivities celebrating Brazilian culture sponsored...

App State’s International Justice Mission hosts Justice Week

Ryan Morris April 9, 2013

Appalachian State’s chapter of International Justice Mission is hosting Justice Week, called “Seek Justice. Love Mercy. Walk Humbly.” until April 12 The will address issues such as sex trafficking,...

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