Extended run: Local moviehouses still reel ’em in
Volume
24
/ Issue 40
Cover Design Credit:
Scott SouthwickCover Photography Credit:
Cindy Kunst
How did Asheville foster a community of people who support local, independent movie theaters?
arts
Despite plentiful home viewing options, locals still flock to movie theaters
Challenges abound in the independent exhibition business, but local cinemas continue to provide distinct, valued services.Sustainability-themed poetry contest winner announced
Asheville-based writer Holly Amann has been named the winner of this year’s Xpress Poetry Contest. Writers were invited to submit work around the themes of sustainability, environmental awareness and/or reverence…Andrew Finn Magill celebrates Brazilian music with two Asheville shows
In March, Magill assembled the Brazilian musicians for a premiere in Rio de Janeiro. Staged at the city's culturally important Casa do Choro, the performance was “a celebration of the…Smart Bets: The Perceptionists
The Boston-based hip-hop duo plays The Grey Eagle on May 1.Amandla’s ‘Laughing Hearts’ draws from a range of influences and experience
As part of a fundraiser for the SoundSpace initiative (a nonprofit started by Coleman and Brett Spivey, designed to help provide low-cost rehearsal space for local musicians), Amandla plays at…Smart Bets: Naima Coster
The acclaimed author reads from different works, April 28 at the Flatiron Writers Room and April 29 at Firestorm Books & Coffee.Smart Bets: Weaverville Art Safari
The seasonal self-guided tours of artists' studios runs April 28-29 with a preview party April 27.Smart Bets: Color Me Goodwill Fashion Show
Six local designers share collections made from Goodwill Industries garments April 27 at The Orange Peel.Conscious Party: Henderson County Empty Bowls
The benefit supper for the Flat Rock Backpack Program takes place April 29 at at St. John in the Wilderness Episcopal Church in Flat Rock.food
Beer Scout: Fonta Flora’s farmhouse expansion to open in June
After two years of planning, the Morganton brewery is set to debut its destination taproom and production facility in Lake James State Park.Generations of flavor: Rhubarb spreads its roots from past to present
The perennial's tart edible stalks lend themselves to everything from pies to pickles, and its robust root systems make it an ideal plant for sharing with friends.Small bites: Asheville Cocktail Week mixes things up
The third annual Asheville Cocktail Week returns, with a kickoff dinner at Cucina 24. Also: Rhubarb celebrates Ashley English's latest cookbook, AUX Bar & Kitchen hosts its new series, Capella…living
Asheville-area women demand more respect at gyms
Local gyms are creating safe spaces for women to work out and are encouraging them to break down gender norms by lifting weights.movies
Screen scene: Local film news
The 5Point Film Festival moves to Sierra Nevada, the Asheville Jewish Film Festival concludes with a documentary about Itzhak Perlman and more.news
Asheville Archives: The old Asheville Citizen-Times building comes down, 1939
The Asheville Citizen-Times Co.’s former building once stood where Woolworth Walk stands today. The structure, built in 1902, was razed in 1939.Arjuna da Silva built her house from natural materials
Arjuna da Silva built her off-grid home using natural materials such as wood, clay and straw. It's a beautiful structure, but da Silva advises that natural building is best left…Five Democrats vie to advance to general election for Buncombe sheriff
Buncombe County Democrats are picking their choice for a new sheriff in the primary election on May 8. The five Democratic candidates have differing takes on how to shape the…Williams and Scales replay fight for Buncombe DA title
If this year’s primary race for Buncombe County district attorney seems a bit familiar, that could be because it’s happened before. After then-defense attorney Todd Williams upset six-term officeholder Ron…Mother Earth News Fair offers something for every stage of life
The Mother Earth News Fair returns to WNC Saturday and Sunday, April 28 and 29, bringing exhibitors, vendors and presenters to the area to help attendees learn techniques for living…opinion
Letter: Edwards has experience, commitment to education
"Amanda has abundant experience and professional experience advocating for education. Amanda will be an informed leader in education who will direct the commission to offer meaningful support to our schools."Letter: Fisher’s response earns support for candidate
"True leadership is visible only when a leader faces challenges. Mr. Fisher has not only secured my vote in support of his campaign for office, his actions have inspired me…Letter: Scales puts forth truly progressive agenda
"He is promising to end mass incarceration in Buncombe County by ending cash bail and ceasing to prosecute nonviolent drug offenses."Letter: Hearing loss meetings offer more than info
"She is an excellent speaker, but also she has something to say to all which can be of immense value to us in bridging the fully hearing world with the…Thin ICE
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"I believe that if everyone does what they can to move toward clean energy and presses their elected officials to do the same, we can reach our goals and stop…Letter: Edwards listens and leads
"Amanda’s knack to listen and understand what is needed before quickly and effectively solving issues is what will make Amanda an excellent county commissioner."