From the artist’s team Press release Vocalist and songwriter Jane Kramer is set to independently release her gutsy and ambrosial second solo album entitled Carnival of Hopes on Friday, February 26, 2016. Her band for the night includes the amazing River Guerguerian and Eliot Wadopian of Free Planet Radio, Franklin Keel of Sirius B, JP […]
From the band’s team Press release Town Mountain is excited to announce they will be hitting the road in support of Railroad Earth next month. The run of dates kicks off with a two night stand in Atlanta at the Variety Playhouse on January 14th and 15th, followed by a hometown performance at The Orange […]
From The Blood Connection Press release The Blood Connection has announced a new hospital partner in Highlands, North Carolina. On December 1, 2015, TBC became the primary supplier of blood products for Highlands-Cashiers Hospital, a member of Mission Health. “We are pleased to partner with The Blood Connection which helps us continue to offer our […]
All are welcome to dance their way into 2016 in an imaginative getup (optional). The kickoff event is at The Grove House Wednesday, Jan. 6, at 7 p.m.
Allen holds a reading and signing for the paperback release of her book (the hardcover debuted last January) at Malaprop’s Monday, Jan. 4, at 7 p.m.
“It’s a great way to kick off the year — starting right off the bat with a goal like a 5K,” race planner Daphne Kirkwood says. “Whether you run or walk it, it’s a way to build momentum. … If you’ve already done something on New Year’s, you’ve started out on the right foot.”
A silent auction at Appalachian Vintner raises money for local charities; a grant allows the Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project to coordinate a conference on farm-to-school programs; the Biltmore Estate adds a new restaurant; and Season’s at Highland Lake offers a Christmas Eve buffet.
The Cannonball Jars, Ancient Whales and The Blots open The Nude Party’s vinyl and tape release show at The Mothlight Wednesday, Dec. 30, at 9 p.m. Free.
With its bar open for business, Asheville Music Hall hosts the free party on Saturday, Dec. 26, from noon to 8 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 27, from noon to 7 p.m.
From Moonlight Mile Studios Press release Southern Songs and Stories, a documentary series on the music of the South and the artists who make it, profiles western NC roots acoustic quartet Tellico in their third episode. Tellico plays at Moonlight Mile studios 6pm Sunday, January 17th as part of their episode on the music documentary […]
Love is in the air — and in the beer — at Asheville Brewing Co., whose forthcoming release Love Ninja is out on New Year’s Day. It’s the second of the brewery’s ninja series, which brought craft beer fans the Ninjabread Man Porter in early November. With 5.2 percent alcohol by volume, this new ninja […]
From Gov. Pat McCrory Press release Raleigh, N.C. – North Carolina improved its overall public health ranking more than any other state in this year’s report released by the United Health Foundation. North Carolina moved up six places from last year, and ranks second highest state in the country for child immunizations. This year’s report […]
From North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Press release RALEIGH, N.C. – State officials today announced the award of $4.9 million in grants from the N.C. Parks and Recreation Trust Fund to 30 local governments for parks and recreation projects. The matching grants, awarded by the Parks and Recreation Authority, will help fund […]
From Grandfather Mountain Press release There are sunrises, and then there are Grandfather Mountain sunrises. And then there are Grandfather Mountain New Year’s Day sunrises. Ring in an epic New Year on Friday, Jan. 1, 2016, for Grandfather Mountain’s first sunrise opportunity of 2016. Sunrise opportunities allow guests the rare chance to visit the popular […]
WHAT: A concert by Peggy Ratusz and Aaron Price supporting The Blues Foundation WHEN: Thursday, Jan. 14, at 6 p.m. WHERE: Isis Restaurant and Music Hall’s upstairs lounge HOW MUCH: $10 per ticket More information from the artists’ team Those who are instrumental in helping keep my Blues music dreams alive, my family of fans […]
The annual event is at Diana Wortham Theatre Sunday, Dec. 20, at 2 and 7 p.m.
From UNC Asheville Press release For the ninth consecutive year, the UNC Asheville Singers are headed to Washington, D.C. to perform at the White House, entertaining visitors at the Holiday Open House in December. “This is a great honor for our students to travel to D.C. as ambassadors for UNC Asheville,” said director Melodie Galloway, […]
From Biltmore Farms Hotels Press release Biltmore Farms Hotels announces the closing of the Biltmore Village Lodge, formerly the Sleep Inn Biltmore, located in Biltmore Village. The property will be repositioned to make way for a new Hampton Inn & Suites, which will open in Spring of 2017. The Sleep Inn Biltmore opened in 1994 […]
From North American Roofing Press release North American Roofing’s Star Wish Foundation funded a shopping spree for over 40 local employees in support of the Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry Christmas Angel program. The employees split up into 10 teams. Each team shopped, wrapped and delivered gifts to families across Buncombe County. “We feel so lucky […]
Fifth Season’s new East Asheville location caters to homebrewers; Full Circle Farm Sanctuary hosts a vegan cookie swap; AIR Passports are now for sale; local restaurants collect items for youths in need; and Strada Italiano hosts its annual traditional Feast of the Seven Fishes.
From The Van Winkle Law Firm Press release The Van Winkle Law Firm is pleased to announce that attorney, Mark A. Pinkston, has been recognized by the Best Lawyers directory as “Lawyer of the Year” for serving Asheville in the area of Bankruptcy and Creditor’s Rights for 2016. Mark Pinkston is a partner with The […]
