February 2010

Spring sprouts wine, music and trout

Even though Winter is not over ( and it has been a SERIOUS Winter
up here )it is on its way out so thoughts of Spring get us excited
and so do some upcoming local events. Before mentioning the events
let us remind you of our Spring Special when all room rates on any
day of the week are $129 nightly per couple ( there are NO 2 night
minimums ). This special starts March 7th and ends April 28th
( except March 19th & 20th, Bristol Race ).

Trout Fishing
Fishermen are eagerly anticipating the upcoming trout season.
Thousands of Brook,Rainbows and Browns are scheduled to be stocked
on the Watauga River very soon. The Baird House bed & breakfast is
the only inn located on the river which is why many flyfishermen
stay here. To read a local fishing blog see
http://www.foscoefishing.com/blog/.

The 5th Annual Blue Ridge Wine & Food Festival….
kicks off April 15th in Blowing Rock. This 3 day event celebrates
the enjoyment of wine, explores the art of winemaking, offers
tastings & cooking classes. The “Fire on the Rock” Chef Challenge
will be held as well as late night entertainment & music. For more
information see www.blueridgewinefestival.com.

MerleFest…
is one of the largest, if not THE largest, folk music festivals in
the U.S. This 4 day long celebration begins April 29th in Wilkesboro
NC just 45 minutes from the Baird House. MerleFest mixes Bluegrass,
folk, jazz, Gospel, rock, Cajun and other other styles. Overall, the
music of MerleFest is considered as “traditional-plus”.
Here is a partial list of featured artists:
* Doc Watson
* Steve Martin ( comedian and banjo player )
* Taj Mahal
* Elvis Costello
* Sam Bush Band
* John Cowan
* George Hamilton IV
* Little Feat
and there are dozens more. See www.merlefest.org.

Congratulations to the winners of our email contest. Gina & Kent
of Winston-Salem, Kathy & Eric of Matthews and Lisa & Gary of
Mooresville will receive champagne & truffles upon their next stay
here. Many thanks to all of you who participated in signing up last
month.

If we may be of any service to you then please call or email us.

Deede & Tom
www.bairdhouse.com