Outhouses on skis

Posted on February 12, 2012February 12, 2012 by Jen Nathan Orris

Outhouses? Yuck! Unless you’re sprinting down the slopes at Sapphire Valley Ski Area’s outhouse race.

CalCast: Feb. 9-12

Posted on February 9, 2012February 9, 2012 by Jen Nathan Orris

So much drag queen bingo, so little time. Once you win at grandma’s favorite game, take in some love-themed stargazing, genealogy and film this weekend.

Zen Judaism

Posted on February 5, 2012February 5, 2012 by Jen Nathan Orris

Poet and Zen Buddhist priest Norman Fischer draws lines between Buddhism and Judaism at an upcoming lecture.

CalCast: Feb. 2-5

Posted on February 2, 2012February 2, 2012 by Jen Nathan Orris

This weekend will overflow with music, dance, theater and one adorable groundhog. Take out your calendar and let CalCast do the planning for you.

Circuit and thread

Posted on January 29, 2012January 29, 2012 by Jen Nathan Orris

A science program just for girls will combine fashion and electrical circuits to create some high-tech clothing.

Party like an Argentinian

Posted on January 28, 2012January 28, 2012 by Jen Nathan Orris

Bring Argentina closer to home with an evening of tango and dancing.

CalCast: Jan. 26-29

Posted on January 25, 2012January 25, 2012 by Jen Nathan Orris

From terrariums to honey, this weekend has something for everyone.

Crawdaddies for everyone

Posted on January 21, 2012January 21, 2012 by Jen Nathan Orris

Chow down on Louisiana’s finest cuisine and kick up your heels at a Mardi Gras Cajun cook-off. Photo by Bill Rhodes

Hot chocolate for cold hands

Posted on January 20, 2012January 20, 2012 by Jen Nathan Orris

It’s too late to register for Isaac Dickson’s Hot Chocolate 10K, but it’s never too late to watch kids scramble up a 1K hill.

CalCast: Jan.19-22

Posted on January 18, 2012January 18, 2012 by Jen Nathan Orris

From hot chocolate to cheese, and music to wildlife, there’s plenty to do in WNC this weekend.

From Russia with ire

Posted on January 15, 2012January 15, 2012 by Jen Nathan Orris

Russian painter Vasily Polevoy breaks free from his communist roots at UNCA’s Blowers Gallery.

Winter music at the Grove Park Inn

Posted on January 14, 2012January 14, 2012 by Jen Nathan Orris

Big band, swing, jazz and Celtic music will fill the halls of the Grove Park Inn.

CalCast: Jan. 12-15

Posted on January 12, 2012January 12, 2012 by Jen Nathan Orris

From beer tastings to kids’ night at the museum, there are plenty of things to do this weekend. Here are just a few.

Mark your calendars: Diana Wortham Theatre busy as always

Posted on January 6, 2012January 6, 2012 by Jen Nathan Orris

Want to soak in some bluegrass, take in a couple singer-songwriters or impress a date with your literary prowess? Don’t miss three upcoming performances at the Diana Wortham Theatre.

CalCast: Jan.5-8

Posted on January 4, 2012January 4, 2012 by Jen Nathan Orris

Kick off the new year with a film, class or sport. CalCast has what you need to enjoy something different in 2012.

Local animal shelters dream big in 2012

Posted on January 3, 2012January 3, 2012 by Jen Nathan Orris

Animal rescue organizations throughout the region are taking on big challenges in 2012, and the Asheville Humane Society and Brother Wolf Animal Rescue are no exception. The Asheville Humane Society found homes for more than 4,000 animals last year and hopes to break that record in 2012. Both organizations have noteworthy goals for 2012, including […]