Press release: Asheville, N.C. (February 18, 2016) – Asheville City Council member Cecil Bothwell has announced he is supporting Jasmine Beach-Ferrara in the District 1 race for County Commission. Bothwell is a small business owner and author who has been on city council since 2009. “We’re lucky to have three highly qualified candidates running for […]
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Center for Spiritual Living hosts holistic healing day
Press release from the organizers: Holistic Healing Day – FREE Saturday March 5, 2016, 11am-3pm Center for Spiritual Living Asheville 2 Science of Mind Way, Asheville NC 28806 Free and unique opportunity to experience a wide variety of healing art therapies all in one place. The Holistic Healing Day will offer a sampling of massage, […]
Andy Millard Campaign denounces proposed redistricting map
Press release from the Andy Millard Campaign: February 17, 2016 – The campaign of Andy Millard, the Democratic nominee for Congress in North Carolina’s 10th district, released a statement condemning the state legislature’s proposed Congressional map which was made public Wednesday evening. The map was ordered to be redrawn by the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals […]
Asheville VA Medical Center to host annual creative arts show and competition
Press release from the Charles George VA Medical Center: WHAT: The 11th Annual Creative Arts Show and Competition is a talent competition in art, creative writing, dance, drama, and music for Veterans who receive care at the Charles George VA Medical Center. WHO: Approximately 30 Veterans will exhibit their artwork, share their original written work, or perform musical, dance, […]
Brevard College rock climbing team advances to the Collegiate Climbing National Championship
Press release from Brevard College: The Brevard College rock climbing team recently staked its claim as a force to be reckoned with on the national competition stage, and USA Climbing took notice. On Feb. 6, the team of 18 students traveled to The Crag in Franklin, Tennessee, for the Nashville Collegiate Climbing Regional and scaled […]
Wild Abundance to offer homesteading and permaculture programs
Press release from Wild Abundance: Natalie Bogwalker, founder and director of Wild Abundance and the Firefly Gathering, has made it her mission to share tools, skills and practices that can reconnect us with the wild in meaningful ways. Essentials of Homesteading and Permaculture , the latest offering from Wild Abundance, is an experiential program crafted to help students […]
Haywood Regional Medical Center Urgent Care provides sports physicals
Press release from Haywood Regional Medical Center: Has your child had a sports physical this year? You can get it done – no appointment necessary at our Urgent Care Clinics in Waynesville and Canton – 7 days a week from 8:00am-6:30pm. The Pre-Participation Examination (PPE) is the definitive guide for physicians and other health professionals […]
Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation and National Park Service announce 2016 Centennial Challenge Project
Press release from the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation: BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY – The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation and National Park Service (NPS) are pleased to announce their 2016 Centennial Challenge project. The nonprofit Foundation will raise $411,632 to update the fire suppression system at Flat Top Manor at Moses H. Cone Memorial Park, milepost 294, near […]
Cloud Cottage Community of Mindful Living hosts dedication ceremony
Press release from Cloud Cottage Community of Mindful Living: The public is invited to the upcoming dedication ceremony of Cloud Cottage Community of Mindful Living’s recently acquired Avalokitesvara (Quan Yin) statue, a gift of Mary Sorrells of Black Mountain. The ceremony will take place the Wednesday after Valentine’s Day, February 17, 6-7:30, at Cloud Cottage, […]
New ‘Critter Check Up’ event at the WNC Nature Center
Press release from the Friends of the WNC Nature Center: (ASHEVILLE, NC) Show your favorite stuffed animal your love this Valentines Day by bringing it to the WNC Nature Center for a wellness exam this Saturday, February 13th. Critter Check Up, organized by the Friends of the WNC Nature Center, is a new event that […]
Community Foundation of Henderson County seeks nonprofit applicants for grants
Press release from the Community Foundation of Henderson County: HENDERSONVILLE, NC, FEB. 2, 2016: Nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organizations or IRS-equivalent or accepted fiscal agents wanting to be considered for Community Foundation of Henderson County’s next competitive General Grant cycle are invited to submit applications for those grants to the Community Foundation by 5 p.m., Tues., March 1. […]
Registration is open for the Organic Growers School Spring Conference
Press release from the Organic Growers School: Registration is open for the 234rd Annual Organic Growers School Spring Conference. The Conference, for healthy eaters, home growers, and farmers, takes place Saturday & Sunday March 12 & 13, 2016, at UNCA in Asheville, North Carolina. Organic Growers School (OGS) will draw over 2000 gardeners, farmers, and […]
The Princeton Review ranks UNC Asheville number one nationally for “Making an Impact”
Press release from UNC Asheville- UNC Asheville has earned top marks in the Colleges that Pay You Back: 2016 Edition, ranking No. 1 in the nation for “Best Schools for Making an Impact.” The category recognizes schools with the best community service opportunities, student governments, sustainability, and on-campus student engagement, as well as graduates with high […]
The Center for Craft, Creativity & Design to exhibit Made in WNC during NYCxDESIGN
Press release from The Center for Craft, Creativity & Design (CCCD): ASHEVILLE, NC – The Center for Craft, Creativity & Design (CCCD) is pleased to announce its participation in WantedDesign Brooklyn May 7-17, 2016 during NYCxDESIGN, New York City’s official annual citywide celebration of design. CCCD will display Made in Western North Carolina (WNC), an exhibition featuring work by twenty-four regional […]
Sensibilities Day Spa donates sales Heart of Horse Sense
Press release from Sensibilities Day Spa: Asheville, NC – Sensibilities Day Spa today announced Heart of Horse Sense is the non-profit of choice to receive 20% of its sales as part of Sensibilities Cares, a program dedicated to giving back to the community. On Tuesday, March 15, Sensibilities will donate 20% of its sales to Heart of Horse Sense, a grassroots non-profit organization that provides Therapeutic Horsemanship, […]
Valentine’s Day sensory immersion
Press release from LuAnn Arena: Asheville, NC (February 1, 2016) – Are you looking for a truly unique Valentine’s Day experience this year? This is it! Treat yourself, and a loved one, to a transcendent hour relaxing deeply into your senses with sound, music, vibrations, aromas & tastes. A sensory immersion is much like a […]
Oskar Blues Brewery Partners with MANNA FoodBank for canned food drive
Press release from Oskar Blues Brewery: WHAT: In honor of Canned Food Month, Oskar Blues Brewery has partnered with MANNA FoodBank to run a month-long CANned food drive. For every ten cans donated, do-gooders will be entered into a raffle for a chance to brew a beer with an Oskar Blues brewer. There is no […]
American Advertising Federation Asheville hosts public service project
Press release from the American Advertising Federation Asheville (AAF Asheville): Public Service Project 2016 One of AAF Asheville’s signature programs is the annual public service initiative benefiting a local non-profit organization. The program allows AAF Asheville to select a non-profit partner that has some marketing budget but has limited resources to make those dollars reach far […]
Swannanoa Valley Museum leads Seven Sisters hike
Press release from the Swannanoa Valley Museum: A familiar sight from Lake Tomahawk, the seven peaks of the Seven Sisters form a northwestern wall between the City of Asheville Watershed and the Swannanoa Valley. While the Seven Sisters span an expanse of only three and a half miles, hiking up to and across the range […]
One Center Yoga hosts yoga ropes workshop and partner yoga class
Press releases from One Center Yoga: Partner Up on Valentine’s Day (Asheville, NC) – One Center Yoga will host a two-hour class entitled “Partner Up Yoga on Valentine’s Day” with Carol & Michael More on Sunday February 14, 2016 from 1-3 pm. Partner Yoga is supportive & fun…especially when paired with chocolate! Practicing yoga with […]
YWCA to host free workout Wednesdays and merfolk swim classes
Press release from the YWCA: New at the YWCA: Merfolk classes for all merpeople! Merfolk classes are for kids ages 7-16 (adult classes coming soon!). Participants are provided with their own tail and learn how to do acrobatics under the water. Current participants say: “It really makes you feel like a Merperson!” Participants must be strong […]