Andrew Jones of Climate Interactive to discuss climate change Feb. 23 at UNC Asheville

Press release from UNC Asheville:  Andrew Jones, co-director of Climate Interactive, will discuss global climate change and the “Top 10 Reasons for Hope for Our Climate,” from 6-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 23, at UNC Asheville’s Highsmith Union, in the Swannanoa River Room 104. This event is sponsored by the Student Environmental Center, a student […]

Calling (college) students of history for new summer internship

Put on those latex gloves, we’ve got primary source material to look into! Mountain Xpress has announced a summer internship for college students interested in local history. Summer interns will have the opportunity to research Asheville’s historic citizens, buildings, events, triumphs and tragedies. In addition, you will learn of, and develop contacts with, local historians and […]

Parkway Playhouse offers improvisation class for youth ages 12-18

Press release from Parkway Playhouse: Explore the fundamentals of comedy improvisation: team-building, self confidence, trust, speed, active listening, agreement, and a respect for other performers and their creativity. This eight-week intensive course introduces the basics of improve to develop characters, environment, and relationship. This class culminates in a performance of high energy short form games […]

“Julian Price” documentar­y garners internatio­nal accolades

The awards keep stacking up for Julian Price: Envisioning Community, Investing in People. The documentary — which premiered at the Orange Peel on May 26, 2016 and tells the story of philanthropist Julian Price and his contributions to Asheville — recently won three awards at the Bucharest ShortCut CineFest in Romania: best documentary, best editor and audience choice. […]

Jewish Family Services welcomes six new directors to the board

Press release from Jewish Family Services:  Asheville, NC: Jewish Family Services of WNC (JFS) elected six new Directors to the Board for 2017. The following community leaders will participate in governance of this growing organization: Edward de Bary, PhD, of Asheville, is a retired Episcopal minister, and is on the faculty of the University of […]

JELF interest-free loan for higher education

Press release from the Jewish Family Services:  Applications for interest-free loans for higher education (college, graduate school and vocational programs) are available to Jewish students in your area for the 2017-2018 school year from JELF (Jewish Educational Loan Fund). From March 1 – April 30 (and from September 1 – September 30), the loan application […]

Chick-fil-A to host first fundraiser night for Haywood County Schools Foundation

Press release from Haywood Regional Medical Center:  Chick-fil-A Waynesville will be hosting their first fundraiser night to raise funds for the Haywood County Schools Foundation (HCSF) on Monday, Feb. 20 from 5-8 p.m. The HCSF is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization making educational opportunities available to students and faculty members of the Haywood County Public Schools. Annually, […]

Shipt launches grocery delivery in Asheville

Press release form Shipt:  Shipt, the fastest growing online grocery marketplace, today announced that it will begin delivering fresh groceries to Asheville residents beginning on February 28, 2017. At launch, over 73,000 households in the Asheville area will have access to grocery delivery from Shipt. To celebrate the launch of Shipt in Asheville, annual members […]

Guides sought for Folkmoot USA’s 34th annual festival

Press release from Folkmoot USA: Though the work is demanding, the rewards of being a Folkmoot Festival guide are meaningful and memorable. A once-in-a-lifetime personal growth and cultural exchange experience awaits for up to 20 individuals, sought by Folkmoot USA to provide support for the 34th annual festival. Guides are ambassadors to visiting international cultural […]

UNC Asheville opens two new art exhibitions on Feb. 24

Press release from UNC Asheville:  Two new exhibitions – the 50th Anniversary Juried Student Exhibition, and a solo exhibition by sculptor and craftsman Aaron Gibbons – will open Friday, Feb. 24 with evening receptions at UNC Asheville’s Owen Hall. These exhibits and receptions are free and open to everyone. Gibbons, a 2013 graduate of UNC […]

Park Ridge Health’s Dr. Carlo Mainardi recognized by the Expert Network

​Press release from the Expert Network:  Dr. Carlo Mainardi, Chief Medical Officer, Park Ridge Health, has joined The Expert Network, an invitation-only service for distinguished professionals. Dr. Mainardi has been chosen as a Distinguished Doctor™ based on peer reviews and ratings, numerous recognitions, and accomplishments achieved throughout his career. Dr. Mainardi outshines others in his field due to his extensive educational background, numerous awards and recognitions, and career longevity. […]

Hendersonville Sister Cities calling young artists and authors

Press release from Hendersonville Sister Cities: Hendersonville Sister Cities (HSC) is inviting local students aged 13-18 to participate in a local art and writing contest as part of the organization’s participation in the international Young Artists & Authors Showcase (YAAS) hosted annually by Sister Cities International. Locally, HSC will accept student artwork, photography, film, and writing […]

French Broad RiverCamp returns for ninth year

Press release from RiverLink:  ASHEVILLE, NC — RiverLink is excited to announce its ninth summer of French Broad RiverCamp, a summer day camp where the French Broad River is the classroom. Rising 3rd – 8th grade campers will explore their watershed through activities like rafting, stream surveys, craft projects, and more! Our goal is for […]

CFWNC’s Pigeon River Fund exceeds $6 million in water quality grants projects

Press release from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina: The latest round of grants from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina’s Pigeon River Fund awarded $309,635 to environmental groups working in Western North Carolina bringing total grants to $6,188,147 since 1996. These grants improve surface water quality, enhance fish and wildlife management habitats, […]