Press release from Howard Alan Events: Picturesque Pack Square Park will once again transform into an art-lover’s paradise July 7 – 8 during the 2nd Annual Downtown Asheville Festival of the Arts. One hundred regional, local and national artists are set to display their works in a prestigious show encompassing fine jewelry, exquisite works of […]
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Protest on Friday, June 15, to celebrate Henderson sheriff’s loss in primary
Press release from Mijente: Henderson Community Throws Farewell Celebration as Sheriff Who Collaborated with ICE Loses Seat in Office The ‘farewell’ protest is the third stop in the national “Chinga La Migra/ Resist ICE” tour. Local residents accompanied by advocates from around the country will highlight the Sheriff’s role in deporting individuals after losing his re-election […]
Outdoor drama ‘Unto These Hills’ is underway in Cherokee
Press release: “Unto These Hills,” one of the country’s most popular outdoor dramas, kicked off its 2018 summer season on June 2 and runs through August 18. The third oldest outdoor drama in the United States, “Unto These Hills” unfolds Mon.-Sat. evenings at 8:00 p.m. in the newly renovated 2,100-seat Mountainside Theatre at 688 Drama […]
T.H.E. Center for Disordered Eating announces name change
Press release from Carolina Resource Center for Eating Disorders: June 14, 2018 — Asheville, NC — Asheville-based non-profit, T.H.E. Center for Disordered Eating, is officially changing its name to Carolina Resource Center for Eating Disorders on Monday, June 18, 2018. The new name better reflects the organization’s mission and services, as it continues to provide […]
Bonnie Whiting performs 51’15.657″ for a Speaking Percussionist by John Cage, June 27
Press release from Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center: BMCM+AC in Collaboration with the Asheville Percussion Festival Present Bonnie Whiting performs 51’15.657″ for a Speaking Percussionist by John Cage. Wednesday, June 27 – 8pm {56 Broadway} Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center is proud to host speaking percussionist Bonnie Whiting for an evening performance in collaboration with the Asheville […]
Air quality forecast for Asheville, Friday, June 15: Moderate (YELLOW)
Friday, June 15, is a code yellow air quality forecast day for the valleys and ridge tops of Asheville and Buncombe County. Unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor activities. The rating is based on ozone levels. Click on the map below for an updated, detailed forecast. For more information contact: WNC Regional Air Quality Agency 828-250-6777 […]
RiddleFest seminar and concert in Burnsville, June 30
Press release from RiddleFest: Once a year, musicians, historians and music fans gather in Burnsville to honor the legacy of Yancey County native and musician Lesley Riddle. This year’s RiddleFest takes place Saturday, June 30, with an afternoon seminar and evening concert. Songstress Laura Boosinger and fiddler Josh Goforth headline the concert. Boosinger, an award-winning […]
Conservationist Tom Butler to speak at Grandfather Mountain on June 21
Press release from Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation: This June, Grandfather Mountain is encouraging folks to embrace their inner eco-hero. To assist, celebrated conservationist, activist and writer Tom Butler will present at Grandfather Mountain on Thursday, June 21. His presentation is part of Grandfather Mountain’s after-hour lecture series, Grandfather Presents. “On the mountain, we like to bridge […]
MANNA FoodBank partners with breweries in July for Hops for Hunger fundraiser
Press release from MANNA FoodBank: Asheville, NC (June 14, 2018) – Many of us are busy planning summer vacations, gatherings, and picnics ahead of July. But for over 100,000 Western North Carolina residents busy trying to make ends meet to provide for their most basic needs, that kind of celebration is out of the question. […]
Free personal care aide classes available
Press release from Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina: Asheville, NC — Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina and A-B Tech are offering free classes for anyone who wants to work as a Personal Care Aide (PCA). Classes will meet on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 5:30pm to 8:30pm, beginning June 18, and running through August […]
Brevard Music Center’s Summer Festival Season begins, June 21
Press release from Brevard Music Center: Following its successful pre-season jazz and classical guitar concerts in early June, Brevard Music Center (BMC) officially kicks off its 2018 season with an extended (and extensive) opening weekend of performances from Thursday, June 21 through Tuesday, June 26. A masterful collection of artists including Artistic Director Keith Lockhart, […]
YWCA increases high-quality childcare capacity in Asheville
Press release from YWCA of Asheville: It is a multi-faceted issue with many contributing causes, but the fact remains: there just isn’t enough childcare available for working families in our area. In an effort to combat the increasing challenge of finding childcare, YWCA of Asheville is expanding its Early Learning Program to provide care for […]
County files civil lawsuit against former county manager, son
From Buncombe County: Complaint 6-12-18 by David Floyd on Scribd
Spirit Airlines coming to Asheville Regional Airport
Press release from Asheville Regional Airport: If you’re looking to hang out in Asheville, or ready for a warm Florida getaway, Spirit Airlines is ready to help you take-off and save! Beginning September 6, 2018, Spirit will begin service from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), Orlando International Airport (MCO), and Tampa […]
Thirsty Monk celebrates Portland grand opening on June 15
Press release from Rad Craft Beer: Thirsty Monk, brewer of Belgian-Rooted Modern Ales and operator of world-recognized craft beer bars, will debut its Portland location on Friday, June 15 with a tapping of the first Portland-brewed Thirsty Monk brew. Thirsty Monk is located in the former Bazi Bierbrasserie space, which joined the Thirsty Monk, Inc. […]
Namaste in Nature hosts Yoga Summer Camp fundraiser for RiverLink
Press release from Namaste in Nature: Namaste in Nature is hosting the first ever Friday One Day Fun Day Adult Yoga Summer Camp Series, combining all the fun and excitement you had as a kid at summer camp with the adult health benefits and relaxation of yoga & mindfulness. This series will take place in Amboy […]
Comic book legend Mike Grell comes to Asheville
Press release: Iconic comic book artist and writer, Mike Grell is making a few special stops in Asheville, ahead of his appearance at the Knoxville Fanboy Expo on June 29 – July 1. Grell will be vacationing in Asheville a week ahead of the show, and is planning a few special surprises for local fans. […]
Opioid epidemic driving up number of Buncombe County children going into foster care
Press release from NC Child: The opioid epidemic has devastated North Carolina families, driving thousands of children into foster care, according to a new report by NC Child. Statewide, parental substance misuse was a contributing factor to children entering foster care in 39 percent of cases in SFY 2016-17, a 50 percent increase since SFY 2007-08. […]
Celebrating Tim Murray: A Life In Art opens June 16
Press release from The Haen Gallery: “Celebrating Tim Murray: A Life In Art,” opens this Saturday, June 16, 2018 from 5:00-8:00pm at The Haen Gallery at 200 King Street in Brevard. An exhibit of the late Tim Murray’s work, the exhibit will include pieces never previously shown. Born in Reading, England, Tim Murray arrived in […]
Emily Breedlove appointed executive director of Hatch AVL
Press release from Hatch AVL: Hatch AVL a non-profit foundation supporting high-growth startups, made a bold move this month by appointing Emily Breedlove as their first official Executive Director, with the intention of spearheading fundraising efforts, expanding their regional footprint, and collaborating on tech-based programming development. George Glackin is one of the Founders of the […]
Asheville Downtown Association news and events
Announcement from Asheville Downtown Association: Tactical Urbanism Workshop June 21 Asheville on Bikes, Blue Ridge Bicycle Club, AARP and Asheville Area Arts Council are teaming up to do a Tactical Urbanism project on Coxe Avenue. On Thursday, June 21 from 6pm – 8pm, they will host a workshop focused on improving Coxe Ave’s active transportation […]