# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Local Legends: Franklin's Author & Artist Summer Showcase
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Welcome to Local Legends: Franklin's Author & Artist Summer Showcase!
Franklin's creative community is coming together for one unforgettable summer day. Join us for a free, family friendly celebration of local authors, artists, illustrators, and creatives, all under one roof at the Macon County Public Library.

See the full vendor lineup and event details at:

fenix-rising-press.myshopify.com/pages/local-legends-franklins-author-and-artist-summer-showcase

What to expect:

Up to 30 local vendors including authors, artists, and creatives
Kid friendly art station with hands on activities
Vendor Bingo card, free to every attendee
Planned entertainment throughout the day
Back to School Supply Drive benefiting Macon County Schools, bring a supply if you are able!
Food vendor, coming soon

Free admission. All are welcome.
Are you a local author, artist, or creative? Vendor spots are available! Visit linktr.ee/nitawritesfantasy to apply.
Interested in becoming a community sponsor? We would love to have you.

See the full vendor lineup and event details at:

fenix-rising-press.myshopify.com/pages/local-legends-franklins-author-and-artist-summer-showcase

August 1, 2026 | 11AM - 3PM
Macon County Public Library | Franklin, NC
Rise with me. The story is just beginning.
#LocalLegendsFranklin #FenixRisingPress #FranklinNC #MaconCounty
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/franklin/local-legends-franklins-author-and-artist-summer-showcase/200030264124646
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, kids, back-to-school, bingo
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 72

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200030264124646?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=franklin-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Franklin
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Macon County Public Library
- **lat**: 35.159646
- **long**: -83.382281
- **full address**: Macon County Public Library, 149 Siler Farm Rd, Franklin, NC 28734-0061, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Local Legends: Franklin's Author & Artist Summer Showcase
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Local Legends: Franklin's Author & Artist Summer Showcase being held?
  - **A:** Local Legends: Franklin's Author & Artist Summer Showcase takes place on Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Macon County Public Library, 149 Siler Farm Rd, Franklin, NC 28734-0061, United States.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Local Legends: Franklin's Author & Artist Summer Showcase is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Franklin, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 70+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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