Press release from Canton Branch Library: Free Class on Medicinal Herbs Learn how to grow and prepare herbs for healing at a free introductory class on Tuesday, Aug. 5, at 5 p.m. at the Canton Branch Library. Naturopath Michelle Sanderbeck, ND, and herbalist and herb grower Garth Kuver from Genesis Gardens will discuss the history […]
News Bulletins
WNCA launches French Broad River Paddle Trail app
Here’s the press release from WNCA: ASHEVILLE—Western North Carolina Alliance is pleased to announce the launch of the French Broad River Paddle Trail App, sponsored by our friends at Oskar Blues Brewery. To download it today, text “paddle” to “7700” to view a map featuring campsites, access points, outfitters, restaurants and more. The French Broad […]
Craven Street improvement project begins July 21
Here’s the press release from the city of Asheville: ASHEVILLE – On Monday, July 21, work will begin on the Craven Street improvement project in west Asheville, a long-term enhancement that will include multi-modal roadway improvements including pedestrian and bike facilities, stormwater Best Management Practices and stream restoration, low impact parking and greenway construction and […]
Ober Gatlinburg breaks ground on Mountain Coaster
Here’s the press release from Ober Gatlinburg: GATLINBURG, Tenn. (July 16, 2014)— Ober Gatlinburg is proud to announce the addition of an exciting, year round adventure attraction, the ADG Mountain Coaster, opening in the fall of 2014. Ober Gatlinburg Amusement Park and Ski Area will be a fabulous setting for the coaster which is nestled […]
Evergreen grant to help Maple Leaf expand services
Here’s the press release from Maple Leaf: Maple Leaf Adult Respite was recently awarded a $21,717 grant from the Evergreen Foundation to help expand services at its new facility in Waynesville. Maple Leaf provides adult day care and day health services that allows persons with disabilities to continue to reside in their homes while receiving […]
Local publishing house Orison Books raises funds for successful launch
Local publishing house Orison Books raises funds for successful launch Orison Books, “a non-profit literary press focused on the life of the spirit from a broad range of perspectives,” is running an IndieGoGo campaign to raise funds for its launch. Xpress covered Orison Books in its Feb. 26 cover story, Pressing Matters: The senior editor […]
Blue Ridge Community Health Services offers lunch and tour of medical building
Press release from Blue Ridge Community Health Services: BRCHS Offers Lunch and Tour of Medical Building (Hendersonville, NC) Blue Ridge Community Health Services (BRCHS) is offering a Lunch and Learn on Wednesday, July 30th to those interested in hearing about the history of the organization, learning about community health centers and touring the medical facility. The […]
Singer/guitarist Daryl Hance releases new album at Lookout Brewery, Aug. 7
From a press release: Singer/guitarist Daryl Hance releases new album at Lookout Brewery, Aug. 7 Daryl Hance will be bringing his brand of funky, bluesy, rock and roll music to Black Mountain on August 7th 2014 with a performance at Lookout Brewery. Hance will be performing songs from his brand new album Land Of Trembling […]
APD arrests Sky City BBQ owner
From WLOS: Kenneth Terry, owner of Sky City BBQ on Haywood Road in West Asheville was arrested on Thursday and charged with stealing a BBQ smoker from a restaurant in Virginia. Terry was arrested last year in Georgetown, South Carolina. According to Georgetown Police, Terry is accused of soliciting sex from underage boys at a […]
Academy for the Arts opens on Aug. 18, offers lessons from top local musicians
From a press release: New Academy for the Arts Opening in Downtown Asheville Downtown Asheville will soon have a new seedbed for music and artistic discovery. Housed in the one of the most beautiful and iconic buildings of the city, the Academy for the Arts (AFTA) at First Baptist Church of Asheville will open its […]
Chocolate Fetish wins more than a dozen awards
From press release Asheville, NC – Local business, The Chocolate Fetish earned 15 medals at the International Chocolate Salon’s 2014 Awards Competition. The awards won include one Gold Medal, eight Silver Medals, seven Bronze Medals, and two Honorable Mentions. The medals recognize excellence in a variety of categories including Most Artistic Designs, Most Luxurious Chocolate […]
Craven Street improvement project begins Monday
From press release ASHEVILLE – On Monday, July 21, work will begin on the Craven Street improvement project in west Asheville, a long-term enhancement that will include multi-modal roadway improvements including pedestrian and bike facilities, stormwater Best Management Practices and stream restoration, low impact parking and greenway construction and water line improvements. The duration of the project […]
Park Ridge Health announces events for July 21-27
Press release from Park Ridge Health: Event Summary for 7/21/14 – 7/27/14 Please call 855-PRH-LIFE to register for any Park Ridge Health events. Free Support Groups Asheville Oncology Educational Group Thursday, July 24 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Conference Room, Asheville Hematology/Oncology 20 Medical Park Drive, Asheville Offered by Asheville Hematology/Oncology, June’s session will focus on […]
Turning Point Services awarded CARF accreditation
Press release from Turning Point Services: Turning Point Services, Inc. awarded Three-Year CARF Accreditation Morganton, NC — July 16, 2014 — CARF International announced today that Turning Point Services (TPS) has been accredited for a period of three years for its Supported Living, Respite Services, Personal Supports Services, Host Family/Shared Living Services, Community Integration, Community […]
18th Annual Dillard Bluegrass & Barbecue Festival, Aug. 1-2
From a press release: 18th Annual Dillard Bluegrass & Barbecue Festival, Aug. 1-2 Dillard, Georgia comes alive with the best the Southeast has to offer for the Bluegrass enthusiast, featuring Shannon Slaughter & County Clare. World class barbeque teams will be competing for the KCBS Georgia State Championship. Budweiser is our headline sponsor. The 18th […]
Benefit show for Holmes Desmelik, held at New Mountain on Aug. 1
From a press release: Benefit show for Holmes Desmelik, held at New Mountain on Aug. 1 Benefit show at New Mountain for Holmes Desmelik Date: Friday, August 1 Time: doors 8 p.m./show 9 p.m. Location: New Mountain (old Hairspray) newmountainavl.com What: A night of music and laughs presented by Slice of Life Comedy. Featuring Laura […]
Art film series at Upstairs Artspace begins July 22
From a press release: Art film series at Upstairs Artspace begins July 22 The Upstairs Artspace invites the public to a free art-film series beginning, Tuesday, July 22, with a screening of Painters Painting. The well-regarded documentary offers footage of all the major figures of the New York Art Scene between 1940 and 1970, including […]
87th Annual Mountain Dance and Folk Festival, July 31 and Aug. 1 & 2
From a press release: 87th Annual Mountain Dance and Folk Festival, July 31 and Aug. 1 & 2 The Mountain Dance and Folk Festival, the country’s longest running folk festival, now in its 87th year of highlighting mountain culture, returns to the Diana Wortham Theatre this summer. The Festival runs for three full evenings, Thursday, […]
Accordion Time Machine presents “House Fire”
From a press release: Accordion Time Machine presents “House Fire” Saturday, August 2, at 8 p.m. Toy Boat Community Art Space, 101 Fairview Rd. Asheville, NC 28803 Accordion Time Machine, Anam Cara’s experimental theatre ensemble, has a great new show in store around the theme “House Fire.” They perform once every 2 months for a […]
“Concert Life” photo exhibit by Keely Turner opens Aug. 1
From a press release: “Concert Life” photo exhibit by Keely Turner opens Aug. 1 Concert Life, an exhibition of photographs by UNC Asheville senior Keeley Turner, will be on display from August 1-30 in Ramsey Library Blowers Gallery. A reception with the artist will be held from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, August 19 in the gallery. […]
Mount Mitchell Crafts Fair, Aug. 1-2
From a press release: Mount Mitchell Crafts Fair, Aug. 1-2 The Mount Mitchell Crafts Fair, one of the largest and longest running crafts fairs in the Blue Ridge Mountains, presents its 58th edition in August. This Friday-Saturday event takes place Aug. 1-2, filling Burnsville’s scenic Town Square with approximately 200 crafters displaying nearly every kind […]