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Christmas at Körner's Folly 2007

Raffle Winner of the Thomas Kinkade
"T'was the Night Before Christmas"
Centerpiece
Joanne Banks - Conway, South Carolina

Congratulations!!!! Your Prize is on its Way!

Thank you to all who purchased a ticket.

Christmas Decorating Winners

Commercial Decorator
The Theater (Santa's North Pole)
Decorated by: Cindy and Justin Stultz
MuddPies Pottery & Gifts
233 North Main Street
Kernersville, NC
Wood Cuts by Wayne Covert
The Factory - Kernersville

Volunteer Decorator
The Breakfast Room (Frosty's Place)
Tim Burrow and Tim Thomas
Asheboro, NC

We wish to thank Farmers Hardware of Kernersville for the use of the Radio Flyer Wagon, Tricycle, and Rocking Horse, in our Christmas display. Farmers Hardware is located at 637 N. Main Street, Kernersville. Phone 993-3771.

Christmas at Korner's Folly 2008
November, 28 2008 - January 4, 2009

Christmas Theme for 2008 - "Christmas Magic"
The Magical Beauty of Christmas
watch the website for future details

More Pictures HERE!

Christmas 2007 Info / Flyer

http://www.ourstate.com/magazine/toc/august07.asp

"Ticket Window" - A Photo Essay - Our State Magazine - August 2007

From glorious trappings of plush velvet seats and ornate accents to the simple pleasure of popcorn and a great story unfolding on the silver screen, North Carolina theaters of a golden age showcased the films of Hollywood's elite. (Pictures include the Justice Theater and "Cupid's Park" Theater)

Körner's Folly Kicks Off Annual Fundraising Campaign
- Folly raises funds to assist with structural renovations
- Local financial support sought for Kernersville landmark

The Korner's Folly Foundation kicked off its annual fundraising campaign on Monday, April 9, with a goal to raise money in part to support much-needed structural repairs. The campaign has been developed in place of Körner's Folly's typical annual membership drive due to a heightened need for financial support. (More info HERE)

"Dark Things from the Shutter Box"
Saturdays, October 6, 13, 20, 27, 2007 - 7PM

Come see the show that prior audiences are calling "a heart-stopping act". "Dark Things from the Shutter Box", Charles F Kerner’s acclaimed evening of magic at Kernersville’s historic Körner’s Folly. Each show is limited to 24 guests, so everyone experiences the magic close up. You will literally be inches away from state-of-the-art magic and world-class psychic reading.

The show's intimate setting inside beautiful Körner’s Folly combined with a cordial wine before the show and a wine and cheese reception after the show with the performers makes the presentation feel like a trip back in time to the parlor entertainment that characterized posh early 20th century private homes.

(More Information Here!)

Oct. 6th - SOLD OUT!	Oct. 13th - SOLD OUT!
Oct. 20th - SOLD OUT!	Oct. 27th - SOLD OUT!

"A TASTE OF TIME"

A FINE WINE AND FOOD TASTING EVENT FEATURING A LARGE SELECTION OF LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL WINES

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2007 ON THE GROUNDS OF HISTORIC KÖRNER'S FOLLY

CLICK HERE for DETAILS!

NC Wines featured:
Childress Vineyards, Biltmore Estate Winery, RayLen Vineyard & Winery, Stonefield Cellars, Hinnant Family Vineyards, Chateau Morrisette Winery and others.

World's Strangest Car Show at the "Strangest House in the World"
Saturday, March 31, 2007
(More Pictures Here!)

Christmas at Körner's Folly 2006 Details

Winners of the Best Decorated Room for 2006

Commercial Decorator: The Dining Room
Decorated by : Cindy and Justin Stultz
MuddPies Pottery and Gifts
233 North Main Street
Kernersville, NC 27284
336-996-2225

Volunteer Decorator: The Reception Room
Dave Frazier & Connie Martin
Decorations for the Reception Room Sponsored by:

Christmas at Korner's Folly 2007
November 23, 2007 - January 6, 2008

Christmas Theme for 2007
"Toyland" Childhood Christmas Memories
watch the website for future details

"A Taste of Time"

On June 17th, The Körner's Folly Foundation presented a private "Taste of Time" wine & cheese tasting. Sponsors included Lowe's Food, Biltmore Estate Wine Company, Southern Community Bank, Salem Kitchen, Jacob's Creek winery and HInnant Family Vineyard. (More Pictures HERE!)

Christmas 2005 - A Grand Victorian Christmas to Remember"
All 22 rooms were beautifully adorned in an array of Christmas and Holiday décor. Be sure to add “Christmas at Körner’s Folly 2006” to your holiday schedule next year.

The Triad Chapter of the Interior Designers Society lent their talents and artistry and created Christmas magic throughout this magnificent house.

June 25th Ice Cream Social - (Pictures HERE!)

"Happy Birthday, Körner's Folly! " - Salisbury Post, July 7-14, 2005

Kernersville landmark celebrates 125th anniversary this year - By Katie Scarvey Salisbury Post

KERNERSVILLE -- It's billed as the strangest house in the world.

Open for tours, the Victorian-era home known as Körner's Folly is perhaps better described as wonderfully quirky rather than strange. However you describe it, the home provides a fascinating look into the time period and the mind of its creator, Jule Körner.

"Having a Ball" - Kernersville News, April 5, 2005

On Saturday, April 2, Korner’s Folly began its 125th anniversary celebration with grand opening ceremonies and a day of festivities including a Grand Masquerade/Period Costume Ball...

The Korner’s Folly Foundation invited the community to join the celebration that lasted from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Folly grounds. The day featured a “Birthday Party” atmosphere...

There was a commemorative presentation by Gene Stafford, a local artist, of the artwork, “Vintage Folly,” by Vance Garvin. Garvin painted an original watercolor for the Korner’s Folly Foundation which is being reproduced in 125 prints to be sold at $125 each.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Körner's Folly -

Körner's Folly opened with a Grand Reception, on Easter Monday, March 28, 1880. What better way to celebrate the birthday of "The Strangest House in the World" than with a year long celebration.

Beginning in April 2005 and continuing through January 1, 2006, the Körner's Folly Foundation will be celebrating the 125th Anniversary of the opening of Körner's Folly. There will be many activities and events scheduled throughout the year for the community to celebrate, as well as special events for Foundation members, contributors, sponsors, and volunteers. (Click here for full story!)

(Click here for all of the CELEBRATION pictures!)

Virginia Foxx helps us celebrate!	Lawn view	Gene Stafford & Vance Garvin	Curtis Swisher (Mayor) & Kevin Bugg
Korner descendants	Presentation of 125th painting	Original Folly Foundation Members	Polly Wolfe cuts the ribbon to open the Folly Gift Shop

Folly Foundation Masquerade Ball

(Click here for all of the MASQUERADE pictures!)