Here’s the press release from UNC Asheville: A symposium on “Understanding Water’s Role in Supporting Humanity, Industry and the Global Economy” will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 19, in UNC Asheville’s Reuter Center, home of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. This event is free and open to the public. The featured presenters […]
News Bulletins
WNC Alliance: Speak up to protect Nantahala-Pisgah National Forest
Here’s the message from the Western North Carolina Alliance’s email newsletter: Dear friends and supporters of WNCA, The Nantahala-Pisgah National Forest needs your voice in the current plan revision process to speak up for roadless area protections, old-growth forest protection, wildlife habitat, recreation opportunities, scenery, water quality and economic benefits of the Nantahala-Pisgah. There are […]
Malian guitarist Vieux Farka Touré to give educational performance at Orange Peel
LEAF Schools & Streets presents Vieux Farka Touré at the Orange Peel On Monday, October 21, 2013, LEAF Festival and LEAF Schools & Streets invite the community to an Educational Informance by Vieux Farka Touré at The Orange Peel. The show will include a musical performance demonstrating the guitar style of Mali, and an interactive […]
Best-selling author makes sizeable donation to Irene Wortham Center
Here’s the press release from the Irene Wortham Center: Bill Treasurer credits readers for giving back to organizations serving those with disabilities. Asheville, NC– When best-selling author Bill Treasurer wrote his latest book Leaders Open Doors, he believed it would be really important for the book to live its own message: leadership is about opening […]
AdvantageWest recognized by Southern Economic Development Council with five communication awards
Here’s the press release from AdvantageWest: September 2013: AdvantageWest, the regional economic development partnership for Western North Carolina, was honored recently with five awards presented for excellence in communications by the Southern Economic Development Council. SEDC is the oldest and largest regional economic development association in North America with 900 members in 17 states and […]
Smith proposes beginning process for Sunday bus service
From Council member Gordon Smith’s campaign: Asheville City Councilman Gordon Smith announced today that he has initiated a process to improve Asheville Transit by prioritizing the creation of Sunday service. Public input has indicated that Sunday transit service is the most desired improvement to the municipal transit system. Smith said, “Sunday transit service is imperative […]
“What to Do with Peak Experiences” discussion at Grateful Steps, Sept. 19
Edward O’Keefe, author of “Take It From the Top,” leads an interfaith program on “What to do with Peak Experiences.” Join the discussion at Grateful Steps (159 South Lexington Ave) on Thursday, Sept. 19, 5:30-7 p.m. From a press release: “Peak experiences can occur for individuals of any faith or no faith and to individuals […]
New Belgium’s beer & film event raised nearly $11,000 for Asheville on Bikes
Here’s the press release from New Belgium Brewing: New Belgium Brewing’s Clips Beer & Film Tour Raised Nearly $11,000 in Asheville Local film and beer enthusiasts enjoyed a beautiful evening outdoors while raising money for Asheville on Bikes Ft. Collins, Colo., – September 17, 2013 – On Friday, September 6, New Belgium Brewing’s Clips Beer […]
Aurora Studio & Gallery holds first artist opening on Sept. 28
New West Asheville-based non-profit Aurora Studio & Gallery holds its first opening for artists from the Aurora Studio Summer Sunlight Institute. The event takes place on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 7:30 p.m., at the Vineyard, 717 Haywood Road in West Asheville. According to a press release, “The mission of Aurora Studio & Gallery is to […]
Chimney Rock State park earns recognition as environmentally friendly tourist destination
Here’s the press release from the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources: RALEIGH – Chimney Rock State Park has become North Carolina’s 70th tourist destination to earn recognition for its environmentally friendly practices, according to officials with the state’s NC GreenTravel Initiative. “We’re proud of all the great North Carolina tourist spots that have […]
West Coast jazz saxophone legend Charles Unger plays White Horse on Sept. 21
Charles Unger and his band return to the White Horse on Saturday, Sept. 21 for an evening of eclectic jazz. 8 p.m. show, $15. According to a press release, “Unger is a legendary presence on the San Francisco jazz scene. He is adept on soprano, alto and tenor saxophones, and with the Charles Unger Experience […]
Dog friendly outdoor festival Sept 22. in W. Asheville
This Sunday, September 22nd Carrier Park will be home to Asheville’s only outdoor festival created for dogs to benefit dogs. The 2nd Annual Mix 96.5 (WOXL) Dog Day Afternoon festival will take place at the East Green of Carrier Park in West Asheville to celebrate all things canine, and support local dog rescue organizations. The […]
Brevard observes banned books week
Brevard College Library Observes Banned Books Week During the last week of September each year, hundreds of libraries and bookstores around the country draw attention to the problem of censorship by mounting displays of challenged books and hosting a variety of events. A display of restricted, removed or banned books is now on exhibit at […]
AdvantageWest wins five communication awards from the Southern Economic Development Council
Press release From AdvantageWest: AdvantageWest, the regional economic development partnership for Western North Carolina, was honored recently with five awards presented for excellence in communications by the Southern Economic Development Council. SEDC is the oldest and largest regional economic development association in North America with 900 members in 17 states and the District of Columbia. […]
Gas station company Enmark marks 50 years
(ASHEVILLE, NC) Enmark Stations, Inc., founded in 1963 as Interstate Stations by Robert Demere, is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2013. The Savannah-based company, which today operates 59 stations in Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina, has remained in the Demere family and is currently under the direction of Houstoun Demere, who serves as the […]
Novelist Wiley Cash to headline ‘Celebrating Madison County’ event Oct. 25-26
Press release From UNC Asheville News Services: Best-selling novelist Wiley Cash will headline “Celebrating Madison County,” featuring literature, music and photography, presented on October 25-26 at UNC Asheville. Cash will offer a solo reading, and other well-known area writers, photographers and performers will share their creative responses to the cultural heritage and rugged physical beauty […]
Lightning: Boys & Girls Club of Hendo gets Taco Bell grant
From the Hendersonville Lightning: More than 100 local teenagers from the Boys & Girls Club of Henderson County will benefit from a $10,300 grant awarded by the Taco Bell Foundation for Teens. The grant supports real-world programs that help club teens stay in school, graduate and reach their full potential through postsecondary education and career […]
One-man Shakespeare show at UNCA Sept. 30
What:Tim Mooney One Man Show titled, Lot o’ Shakespeare When:Monday, September 30th at 8:00pm Where: UNC-Asheville’s Humanities Lecture Hall; Free and open to the public Timothy Mooney has memorized one monologue from every Shakespeare play, capturing the most stirring speeches, the most wicked double-entendres, and the most delicious sonorous soliloquies ever to emerge from Shakespeare’s […]
Warren Wilson student to offer free Mandarin classes
Are you interested in learning Mandarin for business, non-profit charity work, or just traveling to China? (If not, feel free to spread the word) Warren Wilson College exchange student Yang Song will be teaching free Mandarin Chinese classes, available to the public every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday from 6-7pm in the Spidel Building, room 209. […]
Black Mountain News: Tool library to open in Asheville in 2014
From Black Mountain News: When Asheville’s newest library opens early in 2014, there won’t be any books on the shelves inside, and there will definitely be no whispering. In fact, you’ll be more likely to hear the shrill of a chainsaw than the frowning shush of a stern librarian.
Protesters march around Executive Mansion, McCrory not there
From the Associated Press via WRAL: About 150 people marched in a solemn procession around North Carolina’s Executive Mansion on Monday to protest voting law changes by the state’s Republican-led legislature.