RiverLink announces 2015 RiverBusiness Award winners

From RiverLink Press release Each year the RiverLink board of directors recognizes river friendly businesses that have through their standard operating practices contributed to the health and well being of the French Broad River watershed as a destination to live, learn, work and play. Previous winners include the Phil Mechanic Studios, artist John Payne, The […]

Hendersonville’s 13th annual Bearfootin’ Art Walk Auction, Oct. 24

From Henderson County Tourism Development Authority Press release HENDERSONVILLE, NC – The 13th Annual Bearfootin’ Public Art Walk is in full swing, adorning Main Street and raising awareness for non-profits and the good work they do in our community. If you’ve been eyeing one of the fabulous additions to the Bearfootin’ Art catalogue as they’ve […]

Banker-turned-banjoist Alison Brown plays Diana Wortham Theatre, Nov. 6

Grammy award-winning musician Alison Brown is on a mini fall tour in support of her recently released album — the first in six years — entitled The Song of the Banjo. The Harvard educated banker-turned-artist plays Diana Wortham Theatre on Friday, Nov. 6, at 8 p.m. Tickets (regular $32; student $27; child $20) and information […]

Faces in the crowd: WNC crowdfundi­ng initiative­s

Each week, Xpress highlights notable WNC crowdsourcing initiatives that may inspire readers to become new faces in the crowd. This week features a project to equip a youth cheerleading team with uniforms and other supplies; a local film collective’s contribution to a global project; plus one parent’s quest to improve Oakley Elementary School’s playground.

Mac DeMarco releases down-tempo mini album, plays the Orange Peel, Oct. 15

Mac DeMarco sounds a bit sad about a lady. “Must be another one she loves,” he laments on repeat during recent song “Another One” — the title track from his latest mini album. That’s after he’s unveiled someone’s increasingly apprehensive perspective on an existing relationship. Perhaps he’s just inquiring for a friend, but DeMarco’s weary […]

Hendersonville United Federal Credit Union to host free seminar on social security retirement benefits, Oct. 20

From United Federal Credit Union Press release HENDERSONVILLE, North Carolina – United Investment Planning (UIP), the investment arm of United Federal Credit Union (UFCU), is providing a complimentary seminar on social security retirement benefits on Tuesday, October 20, 2015. The session will take place at 5:30 p.m. at the UFCU branch at 101 Jack Street, […]

Bari Naturals launches powdered shampoo product, partners with The Her Initiative

From Bari Naturals Press release West Asheville, NC — Bari Naturals, a new project of Bari Salon owners Moriah Luzius and Sarah Becker, is in the works and planned to be launched this month. Its goals reach farther than the typical product line; the idea behind Bari Naturals is to provide practical, everyday products that […]

Magnetic Theatre presents Heather Henson’s Handmade Puppet Dreams: Halloween Edition, Oct. 29-31

From Magnetic Theatre Press release For the last decade, Heather Henson, of the Jim Henson Foundation, has curated Handmade Puppet Dreams, a showcase for the fresh voices of independent puppeteers who embrace film to explore a spectrum of live-action puppetry styles. These short films allow contemporary artisans to weave together the crafts of filming and […]

Cecil Bothwell to present art exhibit ‘Darn Old Ducks and other Flotsam’ at MetroWines, Oct. 23

Asheville City Council Member Cecil Bothwell will present his free exhibit “Darn Old Ducks and other Flotsam” at MetroWines on Friday, Oct. 23, from 5-7 p.m. “Whether historic barns or wildlife, Bothwell’s work reflects the tradition and beauty of North Carolina,” says Gina Trippi, co-owner of MetroWines. View Bothwell’s Portfolio here. MetroWines is at 169 […]

The Tennis Professor retail store to hold grand opening, Oct. 15

From the Tennis Professor Press release Western North Carolina’s vibrant tennis community now has a new option for professional tennis equipment. Situated in North Asheville at 854 Merrimon Avenue beneath Stein Mart, The Tennis Professor “serves” up a diverse array of professional level tennis racquets, shoes, clothing, and accessories. The Asheville Chamber of Commerce will […]

Asheville resident purchases NC coffee subscription business Coffee Crate

From Coffee Crate Press release Coffee Crate, a service that delivers a range of locally-roasted coffee beans to subscribers each month, is now in Asheville. Founded in Durham in 2014, the business was recently purchased by Asheville resident Angie Rainey. Coffee Crate provide brewing tips, tasting notes, and every now and then a surprise, but […]

REEL ROCK Film Tour stops at Diana Wortham Theatre, Oct. 15

Now in its tenth year, REEL ROCK Film Tour is heading to Diana Wortham Theatre on Thursday, Oct. 15, at 7 p.m. Tickets ($17) and information about the rock climbing-inspired event are available here. Check out the event trailer here: More information from organizers: It’s been a big year in climbing – from Tommy Caldwell […]

Billy Jonas Band to play benefit concert for Kids4Peace at the Altamont Theatre, Nov. 22

From the musician’s team Press release Join award winning whimsical re-percussionist Billy Jonas and the Billy Jonas Band on Sunday, November 22, 7pm, at the Altamont Theatre for the release celebration of their new recording ‘habayta (Homeward) – New Jewish Songs of Joy and Spirit’. The lush and beautiful arrangements dig deep to explore of […]

Eblen Charities’ 15th annual Walk, Run and Roll event to benefit local children and families, Oct. 10

From Eblen Charities Press release Hundreds of walkers, runners, and teams will take to the campus of Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College this Saturday, October 10th for the Fifteenth Annual Eblen Charities Walk, Run, and Roll. The event will benefit children and families living with the effects of illnesses and disabilities and in need of emergency […]

Asheville’s Hey Baby Craft Co. selected by Martha Stewart as American Made finalist

From Hey Baby Craft Co. Press release Hey Baby Craft Co. of Asheville has been selected by Martha Stewart and her panel of judges as a finalist in the 2015 Martha Stewart American Made Audience Choice Awards in the Crafts category. Martha Stewart’s American Made is a nationally recognized awards program that celebrates new rising […]

Hammered dulcimer player Joshua Messick to play Christmas concert at White Horse Black Mountain, Nov. 27-28

From the musician’s team Press release Join National Hammered Dulcimer Champion and virtuoso Joshua Messick for his fresh and exciting Christmas Concert at the White Horse Black Mountain on Friday, November 27 and Saturday, November 28 at 8pm. Joshua’s Christmas Concert promises to bring joy, wonderment, passion and the spirit of Christmas to audiences through […]