Press release from Phase: 3 Marketing and Communication: Anderson Design Group of Nashville, Tenn. has partnered with UNC Asheville historian Daniel S. Pierce to create the Illustrated Guide to Great Smoky Mountains National Park coffee table book. The illustrator and founder of Anderson Design Group, Joel Anderson, along with authors Nathan Anderson and Daniel S. Pierce, are […]
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Smart Bets: Fortune Feimster
The Charlotte native and ‘Mindy Project’ cast member visits The Grey Eagle for 7 and 9:30 p.m. shows on Friday, Sept. 22, and Saturday, Sept. 23.
Smart Bets: North Carolina Ceramic Arts Festival
The inaugural festival takes place Saturday, Sept. 23, at French Broad River Park.
Smart Bets: King Mackerel and the Blues Are Running
The beloved play runs through Sunday, Oct. 8 at North Carolina Stage Company.
Screen scene: Local film news
Grail Moviehouse celebrates Art House Theater Day, Mechanical Eye brings video artist Madsen Minax to town and more.
Conscious Party: Asheville GreenWorks’ Root Ball
The fifth annual Root Ball takes place from 6:30 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23.
Smart Bets: Chronixx
The reggae artist plays a headlining show at Salvage Station on Monday, Sept. 18.
Nature Festival set for Sept. 30 at Bywater
Press release from Land & Lore Ecotours: With the unique animal and plant life in the Appalachians and people moving to Asheville to enjoy it, local businesses feel it is time to celebrate nature! On September 30th, 3:00 pm-7:00 pm, Land & Lore Ecotours and the Bywater are sponsoring the 1st Annual Nature Festival in Asheville. This event is open to the […]
Youth Deer Hunting Day scheduled for Sept. 23
Press release from N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission: The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has set Saturday, Sept. 23, as a Youth Deer Hunting Day. On this day, youth 17 and younger may use any legal weapon to hunt deer of either sex and are not required to be accompanied by an adult if they have completed a […]
Storyteller David Novak present SCARY WORD! at Pack Library on Oct. 12
Press Release from David Joe Miller: David Joe Miller Presents SCARY WORD! with internationally acclaimed, master storyteller, David Novak on Thursday October 12th, 7pm at Pack Memorial Library, Haywood Street in downtown Asheville. Doors will open for seating at 6:30 in the Lorde Auditorium and the show will begin at 7pm. The show is best […]
Purple Crayon communal art studio for women opens Oct. 14
Press release from Purple Crayon: This fall, Purple Crayon will become Asheville’s first communal “she shed,” offering women hobby artists a place to create art, connect with other women, and collaborate with more experienced artists. The membership-based business, which is located just outside the River Arts District, will contain all of the comforts of home — […]
UNC Asheville’s Student Government Association hosts Asheville Mayor and City Council Candidate Forum, Sept. 18
Press release from UNC Asheville: The Student Government Association (SGA) and the Political Science Club at UNC Asheville will host a mayoral and city council candidate forum on Monday, Sept. 18, at UNC Asheville’s Sherrill Center, Room 417 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The event is free and open to everyone and is part of SGA’s […]
Asheville Regional Airport awarded $5 million grant from U.S. Department of Transportation
Press release from Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority: The Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority has been awarded $5,053,216 of discretionary grant funds by the U.S. Department of Transportation. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will allocate the funds, which will be used for the current airfield redevelopment project nearing completion at the airport. “It is good news […]
“Flock to the Rock” birding event on Sept. 16
Press release from Chimney Rock State Park: Birders at all levels will enjoy visiting Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park on Saturday, Sept. 16, during the Park’s ninth annual Flock to the Rock Event. Not only can Park guests enjoy 75-mile views of Lake Lure and the Hickory Nut Gorge, but they can also take […]
N.C. Forest Service offers guidance for assessing tree damage after Irma
Press release from North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services: A weakened Hurricane Irma brought strong winds and rain to North Carolina that could have affected forestland and trees. The N.C. Forest Service encourages landowners and others to exercise caution when assessing storm damage to their woodlands or trees around their homes. Those concerned about […]
Consumers and Advocates Ask NC Utilities Commission to Reject Duke’s Half-Billion Dollar Rate Hike
Press release from MountainTrue: Duke Energy customers and environmental, consumer and welfare advocates are calling on the North Carolina Utilities Commission to reject a proposal by Duke Energy to make consumers pay for the company’s coal ash cleanup through higher bills and fees. Duke customers can make their opposition known at a public hearing of the […]
Smart Bets: Asheville Film Festival
The resurrected film festival takes place on Saturday, Sept. 16, at A-B Tech Community College.
Hundreds Will Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Sept. 16 in Asheville
Press release from The Alzheimer’s Association: WHO: Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter WHAT: Asheville Walk To End Alzheimer’s® This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease. Participants will complete a 2 walk and will learn about Alzheimer’s disease, advocacy opportunities, clinical studies enrollment and […]
Asheville Proclaims Hispanic Heritage Month
Press release from Targeted Persuasion: Asheville City Council and Mayor Esther Manheimer recognized the contributions Hispanic people have made to the city, the state, and the country at the city council meeting on Tuesday evening with a Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation. September 15 to October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month in the United States. The proclamation […]
Habitat ReStore Announces 5th Annual ReUse Contest Winners
Press release from Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity: The Asheville Habitat ReStore is pleased to announce the winners of its fifth annual ReStore ReUse Contest. The entries, ranging from benches to bathrooms and everything in between, were built using predominantly reused materials. The panel of five judges selected winners in four categories: Furniture, Homesteading, Live/Work Space, […]
Smart Bets: Art in Autumn
The fine arts and craft show takes place in downtown Weaverville on Saturday, Sept. 16.