Here’s the press release from organizers: ‘March Against Monsanto’ to be held at Pack Square in Asheville on Oct. 13th 2013 in solidarity with over 200 cities worldwide during World Food Week Oct. 9th-16th. March Against Monsanto Asheville announced today the 2nd “March Against Monsanto ” in the streets of Asheville on OCTOBER 13TH -this […]
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Partners launch free spay/neuter program for local cats
Here’s the press release from Buncombe County: The Humane Alliance of Western North Carolina in partnership with Buncombe County Government, the Mimi Paige Foundation and PetSmart Charities announced the kickoff of the Community Cat Program. Thanks to a grant from PetSmart Charities, this program, administered by the Humane Alliance, offers FREE spay/neuter and rabies vaccinations […]
New media workshop
NEW MEDIA WORKSHOP Award winning editor and educator David Miller leads a three-hour workshop on how to empower the story, work, project, or brand you communicate via the internet. Receive direct feedback on your website and web presence (or ideate a new one), and learn how to launch stronger projects in a fun, interactive learning […]
Cherokee Preservation Foundation awards multiple grants
From the Cherokee Preservation Foundation: CHEROKEE, NC (October 8, 2013): The Cherokee Preservation Foundation recently awarded 24 new grants totaling over $4.1 million, continuing its mission to improve the quality of life for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) and the surrounding region. Some of the grants include: The Cherokee Chamber of Commerce: The […]
The Blackbird to celebrate its first year in downtown Asheville
Press release from The Blackbird: The Blackbird Restaurant will celebrate their one year anniversary at the downtown Asheville location on Oct. 16. Guests that dine at The Blackbird on their special day will receive complimentary coconut cake bites and bubbles. The Blackbird moved from Black Mountain to 47 Biltlmore Ave. in downtown Asheville in the […]
Moog Music launches the Minifooger Analog Effects family
Today, local electronic instrument manufacturer Moog Music Inc. launches the Minifooger Analog Effects family, “a series of compact — easy to use stomp boxes designed primarily for use with electric guitar and bass.” According to press, “Moog is launching The Minifooger Analog Effects family with 5 compact stomp boxes – the MF Drive, MF Boost, […]
Play about WNC’s first Jewish settlers opens Oct. 13
The Asheville Jewish Community Center (236 Charlotte St.) hosts “A Peddler Knocked,” billed as “a sweeping, multigenerational story about the first Jewish settlers in Western N.C.” The event takes place on Sunday, Oct. 13, with refreshments served at 2 p.m. The reading starts at 2:30 p.m. Donations will be accepted. From a press release: “Cultures […]
APD seeks assistance in finding suspect in 12 Bones break-in
From the Asheville Police Department: Asheville – On September 19th 2013, an unknown white male entered 12 Bones Smokehouse at 5 Riverside Drive and stole beer and U.S. currency. Asheville Police and neighboring agencies have been unable to identify this subject and are asking for help from anyone who might know his identity. The subject […]
Carolina Public Press: Millions slated to renovate WNC facilities
From Carolina Public Press: North Carolina’s Office of State Budget and Management has released a report on how it proposes to spend $90 million of a repairs and renovations fund approved by the General Assembly this summer. The report, released on Monday, details many of the 191 proposed projects, including a dozen major ones in […]
Made in Henderson County campaign kicks off
From the Henderson County Partnership for Economic Development: Henderson County, NC – The Henderson County Partnership for Economic Development (HCPED) kicked off ‘Made in Henderson County’, a coordinated effort established to enhance connectivity between manufacturing businesses and Henderson County Public Schools on National Manufacturing Day 2013. The campaign was developed in collaboration with Henderson County […]
March Against Monsanto festival Oct. 13
From March Against Monsanto Asheville: March Against Monsanto Asheville announced today the 2nd “March Against Monsanto ” in the streets of Asheville on OCTOBER 13TH -this is ONE DAY LATER than the international set date of Oct. 12th, since no area in Asheville was available on that day . Starting in Pack Sq at 1:30, […]
Black Mountain News: Asheville bear study to start in spring
From Black Mountain News: The N.C. Wildlife Commission will launch the Urban/Suburban Bear Study in Asheville in the spring, the first study of its kind in the state. The booming black bear population is part of the impetus for the Asheville study, one of the changes to the new black bear management plan that will […]
Four Seasons to host horse camp to help grieving teenagers
Press release From Four Seasons: A unique opportunity for grieving teenagers, using the assistance of horses in group therapy, will be held on two consecutive Saturdays, October 19th and October 26th. The camp, hosted at Cantrell Farm in Mills River, NC is offered by the Heart Songs Program at Four Seasons. Camp expenses are sponsored […]
King of the Pipers at White Horse Black Mountain on Oct. 12
Traditional Irish musician Paddy Keenan, who plays the uilleann pipes, will take the stage at White Horse Black Mountain on Saturday, Oct. 12. 8 p.m., $15. From a press release: Keenan was born into a deeply musical Irish Traveller family and schooled in the pipes by his father. Upon leaving home for the bright lights […]
ASAP Farm to School Conference
A Farm to School-Filled Fall October is National Farm to School Month, ASAP’s Farm to School Conference follows ASHEVILLE, NC (October 7, 2013)—October is National Farm to School Month, a time to celebrate the connections happening all over the country between schools and local food. ASAP’s Growing Minds Farm to School Program reports there is […]
Venture Asheville’s first ‘Wicked Biz Pitch’ gives ‘Auto Growler’ idea a jumpstart
Here’s the press release from Venture Asheville: Venture Asheville’s First “Wicked Biz Pitch” a Wicked Success Two Area Entrepreneurs Win Money to Further Their Ideas Asheville, NC – Venture Asheville’s first Wicked Biz Pitch Competition at Wicked Weed Brewing gave seven area entrepreneurs the opportunity to pitch their ideas in front of a panel of […]
Girls on the Run of WNC seeks volunteers to help plan 5K race
Press release From Girls on the Run of Western North Carolina: ASHEVILLE, NC, October 7, 2013 – Girls on the Run® of Western North Carolina (GOTR of WNC) is looking for volunteers to help with the planning of their Fall 5k on December 7th. The race is the final celebration for all the girls and […]
RiverLink and Town of Woodfin to hold community meting about creation of riverside park
Press release From RiverLink: As part of its ongoing riverfront improvement efforts the Town of Woodfin is pleased to invite the public to share its ideas and desires for the creation of a new riverside park on land donated by the Silverline Plastics Company expressly for this purpose. The meeting will take place at the […]
Story reading about first Jewish settlers in WNC
Here’s the announcement from Jake Rosenthal via email newsletter: A Peddler Knocked A sweeping, multigenerational story about the first Jewish settlers in Western North Carolina. Where: Asheville Jewish Community Center – 236 Charlotte Street When: Sunday, October 13th, Refreshments @ 2:00pm, reading starts @ 2:30pm, donations accepted Synopsis Cultures clash as the Rosenthals and the […]
Author Bill Penley book signing event Oct. 19
Here’s the press release from Tate Publishing: Author Bill Penley Book Signing Event WHEN: 2013-10-19 TIME: 1:00-3:00 p.m. WHERE: Firestorm Cafe & Books, 48 Commerce Street, Asheville, NC WHAT: Penley, a resident of Biltmore Forest, NC, will be available to sign copies of his book, A Smoky Mountain Odyssey. A Smoky Mountain Odyssey is a […]
WWC receives top award from sustainability association
Here’s the press release from Warren Wilson College: Warren Wilson College has been recognized for having a 2013 Best Case Study by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education. Warren Wilson’s recognition is in the category of Four-Year or Graduate Institution with 10,000 or Fewer Full-Time Students. Warren Wilson was cited for […]