The 2015 Veteran Jam 5k Race Against PTSD has been set for November 28 at the Fletcher Community Park, according to a press release sent out by the organizers. The 5k benefit run will begin at 10 pm, with check-in beginning at 8 a.m. on site. The race is organized by the Asheville nonprofit Veteran […]
The Buncombe County Department of Health and Human Services has announced it is partnering with WNC Safety School to offer bloodborne pathogen training to local tattoo and piercing artists, according to a press release from the Department of Health and Human Services. A free workshop will be offered to artists in the tattoo and piercing […]
The Henderson County Public Library has announced the line-up for its latest installment of the “Authors Visit” program on Tuesday, November 17 at the Kaplan Auditorium beginning at 6 p.m. The evening will feature short presentations from local authors Wayne Caldwell, Mary Ann Claud and Jeremy B. Jones, followed by a Q&A and book signing […]
Press release: CCCD Hosts an Evening of Film, Music, and Stories From Local Factory Town Historians and former employees to reflect on Swannanoa’s Beacon Manufacturing Company, once renowned as the largest producers of blankets in the world ASHEVILLE, NC, October 27, 2015 – The Center for Craft, Creativity & Design’s (CCCD) Benchspace Gallery & Workshop […]
As new hotels and construction sites pop up across across the city seemingly every week and nationally-branded chains vie for retail space downtown, the local small business alliance known as Asheville Grown is reminding the Asheville community of the importance of keeping small, locally-owned businesses at the center of the city’s economic development plans.
Press release: Local Experts to Discuss Southern Appalachian Forests at Mars Hill University The Liston B. Ramsey Center for Regional Studies at Mars Hill University will host a panel discussion about southern Appalachian forests on October 29, 2015, at 7 p.m. in Peterson Conference Center, first floor, Blackwell Hall. The panel will feature local experts […]
Inspired by Authors/activists Neal Shirley and Saralee Stafford’s book Dixie Be Damned, artist Phil Blank has created stunning visual representations of the hard-fought, often violent struggles of the disenfranchised throughout Southern history, from the coalfields of Tennessee to the anti-KKK partisan groups that roamed Robeson County, N.C., during Reconstruction.
Western North Carolinians looking to stay fit and blow off steam might turn to yoga or try outdoor activities like running, hiking or biking. But these days, growing numbers of area residents are taking their quest to a different level that includes armbars, takedowns and sometimes getting punched in the face.
The Asheville City Schools Foundation and the Mountain Allies for Public Schools have announced a special legislative update community meeting that will feature North Carolina Senator Terry Van Duyn, according to a press release from the ACS Foundation. The meeting will be held on Friday, November 6 beginning at 11 a.m. at Hall Fletcher Elementary […]
Press release: “RECYCLING WORKS!” POSTER CONTEST About the Contest: The City of Hendersonville’s Environmental Sustainability Board is sponsoring the “Recycling Works!” Poster Contest. Henderson County students in grades 9-12 are invited to create a poster that effectively and clearly highlights the importance of recycling in the City of Hendersonville. This contest is an opportunity for […]
Press release: WCU’s Mountain Heritage Center hosts Warren Wilson College professor for discussion of new book on mountain dance CULLOWHEE – Warren Wilson College professor Phil Jamison will discuss his new book, “Hoedowns, Reels, and Frolics: Roots and Branches of Southern Appalachian Dance,” and demonstrate a step or two, at Western Carolina University on Thursday, […]
Press release: Foreign Film Night at the Weaverville Library: “Monsieur Lazar” Tues. November 10th at 7:00 p.m. – Join local film aficionado Roy Turnbaugh for a screening of this 2011 film about the bond between an Algerian immigrant substitute teacher and his Canadian grade school students and what they teach one another about dealing with […]
Acclaimed ukelele master Kimo Hussey will come to Asheville on Friday, November 6, for a special workshop on the intricacies of the ukelele, according to an announcement by Tryon-based Lichty Guitars. The workshop will be hosted by the Asheville Ukelele Strummers at the Montford Recreation Center from 6 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Asheville will be […]
Olivette Riverside Community and Farm recently announced its grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, October 16 at the community’s Rosebay Park, according to a press release from community officials. Woodfin Board of Alderman members Jackie Bryson and Ronnie Lunsford joined Olivette community members to formally cut the ribbon and officially open the […]
The Jay Walker Memorial Golf Fund recently celebrated a decade of supporting golf programs for high school students around Henderson County, according to a press release from the Community Foundation of Henderson County. The fund has awarded more than $28,000 since its inception to men’s and women’s golf programs in several Henderson County schools. The […]
Asheville nonprofits Wheels4Hope and Helpmate recently partnered to provide a vehicle for a local family in need, according to a press release from Wheels4Hope. The two organizations held a special dedication ceremony in the United Way parking lot in downtown Asheville on Wednesday, October 14 at 12:30 p.m. to present the Valladares family with its […]
Press release: Who: Zebulon B. Vance Birthplace State Historic Site What: Heritage Day When: Saturday, October 24, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Where: 911 Reems Creek Road, Weaverville, NC 28787 Cost: FREE Vance Birthplace Celebrates its Roots at “Heritage Day” WEAVERVILLE – On October 24, the Zebulon B. Vance Birthplace will be celebrating its roots at “Heritage […]
The Western Women’s Business Center, in partnership with Mountain BizWorks and the A-B Tech Small Business Center, has announced it will host the Small Business Administration’s InnovateHER Challenge for 2016, according to a press release from the organization. Part of a national prize competition, InnovateHER seeks submissions from local female entrepreneurs showcasing their innovative ideas and […]
Press release: PRESS RELEASE City of Hendersonville The City of Hendersonville announces Board vacancies on the following City appointed Boards: Environmental Sustainability Board – two vacancies Planning Board – one vacancy Tree Board – one vacancy For more information about these Boards please visit our website at cityofhendersonville.org or contact Tara Tinsley Ledbetter at tledbetter@hvlnc.gov […]
The aSHEville Museum in downtown Asheville will host an evening lecture on October 20 from 7 p.m. until 8 p.m. focused on Asheville residents Jennifer MacDonald and Vanessa Bell‘s work and experiences assisting Syrian refugees in several camps in Lebanon over the course of this past summer. MacDonald and Bell will share their reflections and […]
Local nonprofit Homeward Bound has announced it will hold a community forum addressing epidemic homelessness among veterans in the Asheville area beginning at 5:30 p.m. on November 12, 2015 at Celine & Co in downtown Asheville, according to a press release from the organization. A survey of sheltered and un-sheltered homeless individuals conducted by Homeward […]
