Press release form London District Studios: London District Studios/Asheville Jack CoffeeHouse will host “A Community of Artitsts” The ArtSpace Charter School Community Art Exhibition featuring works by ArtSpace Charter School staff and parents. The opening reception will take place in Asheville, NC – 12 May 2017, 5:00pm – 10:00pm at London District Studios located at […]
Press release from Eliada: There is a crisis in our community that gets little attention–the crisis of more children entering the foster care system, than there are loving foster homes to accept them. Each year in North Carolina there are more than 65,000 reports of child abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Today, there are nearly 11,000 […]
Press release form The Asheville Police Department: The Asheville Police Department is requesting public assistance to locate a missing person, Kathryn Preston. Kathryn was last seen on April 23, 2017 at 2 Tunnel Rd. Kathryn is not local to the area and has no transportation. She likes to frequent parks and wooded areas. Kathryn is […]
Press release from Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy: Join us for a celebration of the full moon and a breathtaking 360-degree view of the sunset from atop Bearwallow Mountain. On Monday, May 8, we will be hiking to the top of Bearwallow Mountain to view the full moon and invite you to come along. The Bearwallow […]
On Saturday, May 6, a Soul-Caribbean themed meal, live music and silent auction will mark the second Soul Shakedown by the River, a benefit for Green Opportunities.
Margaritas will be flowing as bars and restaurants celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Also, Table and Tod’s Tasties host a community cookout, Habitat Tavern and Commons launches its Sunday brunch series and more.
Last year, historian and eight-time Story Slam winner, Ray Christian, launched his podcast series, ‘What Ray’s Saying.’ The monthly program is a combination of storytelling, Black history and social commentary.
From the YMI Culture Center: Join Michelle Lanier, Director of the NC African American Heritage Commission for the Freedom Roads Forum, a data gathering initiative to develop a collective body of history, sites, and resources that tell the freedom-seeking saga of North Carolina. Join historians, heritage practitioners, cultural workers and the general public in discussions […]
Press release from The Diana Wortham Theatre: The Diana Wortham Theatre in downtown Asheville, North Carolina announces the 2017 Y.E.S. (Youth Education Scholarship) Emerging Artists Fund student scholarship winners: Gennie Basset (Owen High School) for dance; Devin Jones (SILSA) for spoken word poetry; Felisha McCurry (Erwin High School) for vocal performance; and Cameron Robinson (SILSA) […]
Press release from Friends of the Smokies: The rich and diverse natural and historical treasures of Great Smoky Mountains National Park will be highlights of the next Classic Hike of the Smokies at Caldwell Fork Trail. Join Friends of the Smokies Tuesday, May 9 to see late spring wildflowers and historic Cataloochee Valley on this moderately […]
Press release from Vaya Health: Organizers of the inaugural Blue Ridge Recovery Rally estimated that more than 1,000 local residents gathered Saturday in downtown Marion to celebrate healthy communities, hope and recovery. The first rally of its kind in McDowell County, the event aimed to spread the message that people can and do recovery from […]
Press release from Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina: Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina has completed the sale of a 93-acre tract in the Dysartsville Township of eastern McDowell County to the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. The property, which contains important headwaters of Cane Creek and a piece of Revolutionary War history, will soon become […]
Press release from Asheville Outlets: Asheville Outlets and Bonnie Rose Appraisal Services Inc. will host the first Annual Antique, Vintage & Collectibles Show on Sunday, May 7, 2017 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the center. The show will feature booths from collectors of antiques, home furnishings, accent pieces, jewelry and more. A portion of […]
Press release from The City of Asheville: The form-based code for the River Arts District has been an ongoing City project over the past two years. City staff has worked with property and business owners, neighbors and the community to develop this set of new zoning districts that are tailored to the area. The final […]
Restoring the Dream project launched in January of this year. The open studio offers free art classes to members of the community. Like its founder, Joe Rob, many who attend have lived or currently live on the street.
Press release from Henderson County Public Schools: Community members are invited to observe and experience some of the latest technology available in Henderson County Public Schools’ classrooms at the Technology & Innovation Fair held Thursday, May 4, with a drop-in from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the Blue Ridge Community College Conference Hall. Presented in partnership with […]
Press release from Hands On! – A Child’s Gallery: The 2017 Mad Mountain Mud Run presented by Pardee UNC Health Care is gearing up for its muddiest season yet. The event, held on June 3, promises to have more than 30 obstacles along the three-plus mile course featuring mostly new challenges. Teams and individuals interested […]
Press release from Parsec Financial: Parsec Financial, a fee-only wealth management firm, announced today the third of five recipients for the annual Parsec Prize. Our VOICE, Inc., a non-profit crisis intervention and prevention agency which serves victims of sexual violence age 13 through adult, has been awarded a 2017 Parsec Prize of $25,000. This gift […]
Press release Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity: Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity (AAHH) is seeking applicants for its Home Repair program which helps low-income Buncombe County homeowners who need home repairs but lack the resources. Services include modifications for accessibility, exterior and interior repairs, floor and roof repairs, painting/staining, and much more. By offering low monthly […]
Press release from Asheville GreenWorks: On Saturday and Sunday, May 13 and 14, local nonprofit Asheville GreenWorks will host Tire Amnesty Days—Free Tire Collection in the Sears Parking lot on Tunnel Road. At this free-to-the-public event, Buncombe County residents are invited to bring out any type of tire, on or off the rim, to be recycled […]