SPRUCE PINE DAY
Dianne Patrick, Margaret Baker, Nancy Williams and Ronald McLemore examine items on display at the Spruce Pine Museum.
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6:00 am Wednesday, October 22, 2025

SPRUCE PINE DAY

For anyone getting near downtown Spruce Pine on Saturday, enthusiasm for the annual Spruce Pine Day festival was evident from the sight of cars parked “here, there and everywhere.” Community members came together for the longstanding event to enjoy old friends and new faces as well. Activities included live music, shopping with food and craft vendors, and a car show. The Spruce Pine Historical Society sold bean dinners in the community center. Visitors also got to tour the Spruce Pine Museum.

PHOTOS BY MARÍA CAMP
Matilda Dodson and Claire Dees enjoy the Spruce Pine Day festival.

 

Larry Gonzalez shows his orange 1967 Firebird at Spruce Pine Day.

 

Spruce Pine Day organizers Linda Hutcheson and Sue Bowen greet community members as they purchase bean dinners.

 

Barbara Downey, Anna Roberts and Kenneth Roberts watch the festivities at Spruce Pine Day.

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