Press release From Falderal Winery: Falderal Winery is open through February 28. A selection of the winery’s small-batch wines is still available, however, and wine-making and beer-making supplies and gift items are on sale with 20% off the regular price. An assortment of wine racks and other floor items are available for purchase. The winery […]
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Penland School Community Open House on March 1
Press release Penland School Community Open House on March 1 The Penland School of Crafts Community Open House will take place on Saturday, March 1 from 1:00 – 5:00 PM. This is an afternoon of fun and education for all ages with hands-on activities in most of Penland’s teaching studios. No admission is charged. Many […]
Smoky Mountain Center appoints new health care leaders
Press release From Smoky Mountain Center: Smoky Mountain Center (SMC), western North Carolina’s largest managed care organization for publicly funded mental health, substance abuse and developmental disability services, is pleased to announce three major new appointments that elevate its capabilities as an organization dedicated to ensuring quality community-based care for consumers. The new leaders are: […]
Glo Yoga Party in downtown Asheville March 20
Press release From Go Yoga Asheville: Go Yoga Asheville will be hosting the hottest party in town, Glow Yoga, Thursday, March 20, 2014. Thursday, March 20 join Go Yoga as they unveil a new themed party in downtown Asheville. The party, Glow Yoga, will introduce black lights, music, dancing, optional body paint and yoga. Glo […]
DENR: Aluminum and iron levels still high in water downstream of Dan River coal ash spill site
Press Release N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources Aluminum and iron levels in the water downstream of the Dan River coal ash spill still exceed state surface water standards, although levels of those metals continued to drop, according to the state’s latest water quality test results. The N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources’ […]
Katuah Market grand opening tomorrow, Feb. 22
Press release From Katuah Market: Katuah Market, Asheville’s locally owned natural grocer, is celebrating with a Grand Opening Party, Saturday, February 22, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Come celebrate fresh, locally grown and raised food with more than 30 regional food and drink producers, including Catawba Brewing Company, Buchi, Hickory Nut Gap Farm, Oskar […]
WCU MBA program hosts a series of information sessions for prospective students
Press Release From Western Carolina University: CULLOWHEE – Western Carolina University’s master’s degree program in business administration is hosting a series of information sessions for prospective students in Asheville, Cherokee, Cullowhee and Franklin. Kelly McIntyre, graduate programs manager for WCU’s College of Business, will lead the sessions and discuss the advantages of WCU’s “hands-on” MBA, […]
Rewriting History: Book & Print Arts Collective Member’s Show, opens March 7
Press release Rewriting History: Book & Print Arts Collective Member’s Show, opens March 7 REWRITING HISTORY explores the theme of shifting identity and plays with perceptions of our collective public and private histories. Members from Asheville’s Book & Print Arts Collective have created a variety of artist books and prints to explore and ask what […]
Catawba Brewing to christen its new Asheville Tasting Room with Brewtal Double IPA on Feb. 22
Press Release From Catawba Brewing Company: ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Catawba Brewing Co. will officially christen its new Asheville Tasting Room with the release of a special beer for its Grand Opening Party on Saturday, Feb. 22 at the company’s new digs at 63 Brook St. on the edge of Biltmore Village. Brewtal Double IPA is […]
Asheville Humane Society receives highest rating from national charity evaluator
Press Release Asheville Humane Society Charity Navigator has awarded Asheville Humane Society its highest rating, four stars, for sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency. Charity Navigator is America’s largest and most-utilized independent evaluator of charities. This exceptional ranking of four stars out of a possible four, demonstrates that Asheville Humane Society adheres […]
Canadian trio Each Other performs at Toy Boat on Feb. 28
Press release Canadian trio Each Other performs at Toy Boat on Feb. 28 Each Other will be playing at Toy Boat on February 28, in support of their new album Being Elastic. Canadian trio Each Other are set to release their debut full length, Being Elastic, via Lefse Records on March 4th. The new album, […]
N&O: NC schools dealing with problem-plagued state computer system
The News & Observer in Raleigh reports that a new state computer system for keeping track of student information has so many problems that the accuracy of transcripts, athletic eligibility and the number of students enrolled in schools is uncertain. The problems have spurred educators like Charlotte-Mecklenburg Superintendent Heath Morrison to say the rollout of […]
Metro Wines hosts Asheville City Poets meetup March 5
Press Release From Metro Wines: Asheville City Poets Meetup is meeting at Metro Wines. Saturday, March 5th from 3pm-5pm. 169 Charlotte Street, Asheville. This event is open to the public and free of charge. $5 for a glass of wine or beer. You can bring an original piece of work or you can read one […]
HT-N: Rescued snowy owl turns out to be male, not female
The Hendersonville Times-News reports in Friday edition that a DNA test of Tundra the snowy owl, grounded near Rosman thousands of miles south of its breeding grounds, has revealed that “she” is actually a “he.” “Most of us, including me, thought the bird was a female from the beginning, but I had my suspicions,” said […]
Lecture on Harriet Joor’s Designs for Gustav Stickley’s Craftsman Workshops, Feb. 22
Press release Lecture on Harriet Joor’s Designs for Gustav Stickley’s Craftsman Workshops, Feb. 22 As Arts and Crafts enthusiasts gather in Asheville this weekend for the Grove Park Inn Arts + Crafts Conference, the Asheville Art Museum is excited to present a lecture and reception focusing on pottery and textile artist Harriet Coulter Joor (1875-1965) […]
Grandfather Mountain to renovate otter habitat
Press Release Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation Grandfather Mountain’s otter habitat closed temporarily this week for renovations — and an important acclimation process for the Mountain’s newest otter. Work on the habitat is expected to begin in mid- to late March and should take only three to four weeks if weather conditions allow. The renovations will […]
Lenoir-Rhyne & Asheville Green Drinks to host storytelling night Feb. 26
Press Release Lenoir-Rhyne University On Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. the Lenoir-Rhyne University Graduate Center Asheville is hosting a presentation by former Peace Corps and AmeriCorps volunteers in celebration of National Peace Corps Week. LR is partnering with Asheville Green Drinks to host a night of storytelling. Thepresenters will tell 10-minute tales of culture […]
Cooperative Leadership talk at Skyland Library, Feb. 27
Press release Cooperative Leadership talk at Skyland Library, Feb. 27 “Cooperative Leadership Development” features unique tools and methods for transforming the traditional competitive leadership paradigm. Join this fun and engaging program on Thursday, February 27th, 7-8:30 p.m., at the Skyland South Buncombe County Library, 260 Overlook Road, Asheville, NC. Learn about: Co-operative problem solving exercises. […]
UNCA invites community input in chancellor search
Press Release University of North Carolina Asheville The UNC Asheville chancellor search committee invites the Asheville community and alumni to provide input at a Listening Forum on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2014, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Alumni Hall of the Highsmith University Union. This is one of a series of forums on Feb. 27-28 […]
WCU golden radio show begins with visit from Duke Ellington’s granddaughter
Press Release Western Carolina University The “Echoes of the Cotton Club” spring radio show re-creation at Western Carolina University will start preproduction Wednesday, Feb. 26, with a visit to campus by internationally known choreographer and dancer Mercedes Ellington. Ellington is the president of the Duke Ellington Center for the Arts in New York City and […]
Asheville Wing War to take place March 9 at Asheville Music Hall
Press Release From Lush Life Productions: Asheville, NC, February 18, 2014 – Lush Life Productions is once again preparing for an event in which local restaurants in Asheville battle it out for the title of “Asheville’s Best Buffalo Wings”. With a ticket that includes unlimited wings, beer and great local music, this event has sold […]