For MANNA FoodBank’s 16th annual Blue Jean Ball, held Saturday, June 6, tables were lined up side-by-side to serve dishes from Biscuit Head, Tupelo Honey Café, French Broad Chocolate Lounge, Asheville French Quarter and many more.
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In photos: Stephens-Lee Recreation Center reopening
The Stephens-Lee Recreation Center reopened on Saturday, June 6, after five months of renovations with newly painted walls, new furniture and a nearly completed renovation of the gymnasium.
Master Gardeners’ 2015 tour focuses on education
Buncombe County extension of the Master Gardeners team up with Enka High School and several residential gardeners in the Biltmore Lake and Candler areas to educate the public on how to maintain a garden through scenic garden tours.
State announces funding awards for drinking water and wastewater projects
The State Water and Infrastructure Authority will fund $55 million in loans and grants through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund and the Community Development Block Grant for Infrastructure Program. These grants and loans will go toward North Carolina drinking water and wastewater projects. From Pat McCrory, Governor Press release The State Water Infrastructure Authority […]
River Arts District Form-Based Code Kickoff Meeting
The City of Asheville will hold a community meeting on June 17 at the Grant Southside center to discuss the new form-based code project for the River Arts District. These form-based codes aim to ensure welcoming public spaces and encouraging new buildings that will complement existing structures. From the City of Asheville Press Release The […]
New exhibit at the Asheville History Center
Asheville History Center will introduce a new exhibit “Bartram’s Journey; The 1775 Journey of William Bartram to Western North Carolina.” The Exhibit will open up on June 12 at the Smith-McDowell House. Admission is free to members of the Asheville History Center, otherwise tickets will be $9. From Asheville History Center Press release The Asheville […]
MANNA FoodBank’s 16th Annual Blue Jean Ball
The annual Blue Jean Ball held by MANNA FoodBank will be on Saturday, June 6. The event will be at the MANNA campus near the Swannanoa River and will include a series of 10 local musical guests. Food will be catered by Biscuit Head, Chestnut, Cantina at Biltmore Village, Rosetta’s Kitchen and Buchi bar, Tupelo […]
Brother Wolf Animal Rescue competes in DSW contest
Brother Wolf Animal Rescue is participating in Shoe Lovers Care Leave Your Mark contest hosted by Designer Shoe Warehouse. The contest winner will receive a $75,000 donation funded by DSW. The nonprofit with the most votes will win the contest. Voting is open to the public through ShoeLoversCare.com. Brother Wolf Animal Shelter is a non-profit, […]
WCU looks to Texas-Pan American for next dean of library services
Western Carolina University will be taking on Dr. Farzaneh Razzaghi, dean of library services at the University of Texas-Pan American, as the new dean of library services this fall. Dr. Razzaghi will be taking the position last held by Dana Sally who retired on December 31. Dr. Razzaghi has earned a doctorate in library and […]
Grazing workshop for cattle owners
Sam Bingham, co-author of the Holistic Management Handbook, will host a grazing workshop at Wise Acres farm in Marshall, N.C. to help inform cattle owners on specific issues. The workshop will be held on June 20 from 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. with a lunch featuring grass fed beef. Tickets are $15 and available upon […]
Canyon Kitchen hosts winemaker Guy Davis
Canyon Kitchen in Lonesome Valley will hold a wine and culinary event hosting Guy Davis, founder and winemaker of Davis Family Vineyards, on June 10. The event will include a reception followed by South American cuisine and wine pairings. Food used will be from Lonesome Valley’s organic community garden and others surrounding western North Carolina. […]
Asheville Parks and Recreation offers summer camps
The City of Asheville Parks and Recreation Department is offering day camp experiences for children interested in sports. Camps include a skateboarding, swimming, tennis, and a five star sports camp that offers a variety of activities. Each camp varies in ages accepted, dates, and cost. More information about these camps and more at www.ashevillenc.gov/parks From […]
Asheville Bookworks to hold exhibit on workbooks
It’s About Time: A Workbook For The Working Person will be on view at Asheville Bookworks from July 10 through Aug. 29. The exhibit will showcase a series of questions answered by members of the Impractical Labor in Service of the Speculative Arts. Admission is free to the public. Grom Asheville BookWorks Press release When: Exhibition […]
WCU’s Galaxy of Stars Series offers variety of entertainment
Western Carolina University will be hosting Galaxy of Stars, an entertainment series starting on September 27. The series will open with Frank Ferrante’s “an Evening with Groucho” and will include and additional 6 shows throughout 2016. Season tickets are $120 for adults and $45 for students and children, tickets are also available per show. From […]
In photos: Carnivorous plants draw in new crowds at the N.C. Arboretum
The nationally traveling exhibit Savage Gardens, the newest attraction at The North Carolina Arboretum, opened up on Memorial Day weekend and has been inviting visitors to explore an up-close view of carnivorous plants.
Jenny: A local artist by any name
Irene “Jenny” Pickens is a mother, a city employee and an Asheville artist looking to inspire.
A bike for two, a journey for all: Author Jamie Bianchini to visit Youngblood Bicycles
Author and cyclist Jamie Bianchini stops at Youngblood Bicycles on June 5 as part of his book tour. Bianchini will share his story of traveling around the world on a tandem bicycle.