From a press release: Bearfootin’ Bear Auction fundraiser for Historic Downtown Hendersonville Since 2003, the Bearfootin’ Public Art Walk has helped raise funding for Historic Downtown Hendersonville and a variety of local non-profits. In addition to their ability to fund-raise, the Bears offer a window into the variety of good work being done by non-profits […]
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Asheville’s Valet Gourmet launches in Knoxville
From a press release: Asheville’s Valet Gourmet launches in Knoxville After a successful decade in Asheville, Valet Gourmet, the area’s largest multi-restaurant delivery service, is expanding into its first new market through the acquisition of 622-EATS in Knoxville, TN. Valet Gourmet, known for placing a premium on customer service, has partnered with many of Asheville’s […]
Forest Service reminder: Don’t bring firewood from home
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT FROM the U.S. Forest Service: Reminder: Don’t Move Firewood ASHEVILLE, N.C., Aug. 8, 2014 – The U.S. Forest Service urges visitors to only use local wood in campfires when staying in a national forest. The agency encourages campers to obtain firewood from the forest itself (with a permit), from sources provided on the […]
September events in Blowing Rock
From a press release: September events in Blowing Rock When the leaves begin to turn in October in the High Country of North Carolina, those in the know head for Blowing Rock, where fall color is augmented by the attractions of North Carolina’s Prettiest Small Town. But truly insider travelers make their way to Blowing […]
Full moon evening of devotional music, Aug. 10
From a press release: Full moon evening of devotional music, Aug. 10 An evening of stirring kirtan with master musicians and the voice of an angel. Will you be celebrating with us? Paloma Devi: A Full Moon Evening of Devotional Music, with Tripp DudlEy, Daniel Barber and Daniel Chambo. Advance sale tickets ($20) at Malaprops […]
Local cello-guitar folk rock duo The Wilhelm Brothers release album, Sept. 24
From a press release: Local cello-guitar folk rock duo The Wilhelm Brothers release album, Sept. 24 On September 4th, 2014, Asheville-based cello-guitar folk rock duo The Wilhelm Brothers are releasing their second CD. It is the recording of a high-energy 5-song live radio show on WDVX Blue Plate Special from April 2013. The tracks were […]
Business Sings Broadway fundraiser for ACT, Aug. 22 & 23
From a press release: Business Sings Broadway fundraiser for ACT, Aug. 22 & 23 Asheville Community Theatre (ACT) has asked 32 local journalists, teachers, bankers, realtors, restaurateurs, and more to hang up their suits and ties for a few nights and perform onstage for a fundraiser like no other! These businessmen are ready to prove […]
Book launch and reception for artist/photographer Joe Longobardi, Aug. 8
From a press release: Book launch and reception for artist/photographer Joe Longobardi Our August artist/photographer Joe Longobardi launches his new book at Grateful Steps on Friday, Aug. 8, 6 p.m. Joe Longobardi has been working professionally as a photographer for seven years in the Asheville area. He is engaged in editorial, portrait,documentary and street photography. […]
AC-T: Bothwell uses parking pass for drivers leaving Mountain Moral Monday
From the Asheville Citizen-Times Mark Barrett Bothwell said Thursday he used an electronic parking pass to allow cars to pass through a cardholder exit without paying because people were having difficulty with the public pay station for the garage on College Street. Cars backed up to the garage’s fourth floor “with no forward motion” in […]
Air quality forecast for Friday, Aug. 8: YELLOW
Friday, Aug. 8, 2014, is a code YELLOW air quality forecast day for the valleys of Asheville. This means that unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor exertion. For the ridge tops, it is a code GREEN air quality forecast day. This means there are no health impacts expected when air quality is in […]
AC-T: New Mills River plant to employ 125
From the Asheville Citizen-Times By John Boyle The new company, Tri-Hishtil will build the grafting operation on 42 acres in Mills River, land it is buying from the Van Wingerden plant nursery operation. The project has been in the works for two years and brings together major players in the plant grafting and breeding, soil […]
Brother Wolf’s new thrift store opens Friday
From press release: Brother Wolf Animal Rescue will hold the Grand Opening of it’s new thrift store, “Second Chances, West” Friday, Aug. 8, at 5 p.m. The store is located at 697 Haywood Road in West Asheville and will be open to welcome guests from 5pm-8pm that evening. “We’re very excited to become a part of the […]
Listen to This presents “David v. Goliath: True Tales of Taking on City Hall,” Aug. 28
From a press release: Listen to This presents “David v. Goliath: True Tales of Taking on City Hall,” Aug. 28 Listen to This: Stories in Performance, a monthly storytelling series hosted by local actor/comedian Tom Chalmers, ends its fourth season with a brand new slate of true stories on August 28, 2014. A storytelling format […]
The Art House Gallery & Studio opens in East Flat Rock
From a press release: The Art House Gallery & Studio opens in East Flat Rock The Art House Gallery & Studio announces a new concert series opening Saturday, August 9 with country/blues/Americana artists Carver & Carmody on vocals and guitars. The Art House will be open 8:00 PM – midnight, with music from 9:00-11:00. No […]
AC-T: Immigrant children may become issue in N.C.
From the Asheville Citizen-Times: The influx of immigrant children from Central America could well play out in North Carolina next, with the state already a leader in finding homes for the children and Gov. Pat McCrory raising questions this week over whether welcoming them could turn burdensome. McCrory criticized federal officials for a lack of detail about […]
Air quality forecast for Thursday, Aug. 7: YELLOW
Thursday, Aug. 7, 2014, is a code YELLOW air quality forecast day for the valleys and ridges of Asheville. This means that unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor exertion. Please call our office if you have any questions. WNC Regional Air Quality Agency 49 Mt. Carmel Road Asheville, NC 28806 (828) 250-6777 Fax […]
Asheville Area Arts Council named N.C. State Arts Council’s Buncombe County partner for state funding
From a press release: Asheville Area Arts Council named N.C. State Arts Council’s Buncombe County partner for state funding Last week the AAAC was named the Buncombe County partner for the North Carolina State Arts Council’s Grassroots Arts Program. In recent weeks, the AAAC was notified that it will also be receiving funds from both […]
Carolina Mountains Literary Festival, Sept. 5 & 6
From a press release: Carolina Mountains Literary Festival, Sept. 5 & 6 Registration is now open for the 9th Annual Carolina Mountains Literary Festival workshops and banquet, being held September 5 and 6 in several downtown Burnsville venues. This year’s theme, “Let’s Remember,” promises attendees a quirky trip into the past to explore the role […]
Within The Lines: Creative Perspectives on Wilderness art exhibit
From a press release: Within The Lines: Creative Perspectives on Wilderness art exhibit The Southern Appalachian Office of The Wilderness Society presents Within the Lines: Creative Perspectives on Wilderness an exhibit of works by regional artists passionate about the conservation and interpretation of the southern Appalachian landscape. The exhibit—presented in celebration of the 50th anniversary […]
Hobo Ball to benefit Carl Sandburg Home, Sept. 13
From a press release: Hobo Ball to benefit Carl Sandburg Home, Sept. 13 Friends of Carl Sandburg at Connemara will host the fifth Hobo Ball on Saturday, September 13, 2014, at six p.m. at Camp Ton-A- Wandah in Flat Rock. The event is the Friends’ primary fund raiser benefitting Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site. […]
West Asheville Tailgate Market presents a mountains to sea market supper
From a press release: West Asheville Tailgate Market presents a mountains to sea market supper August 19th at 7pm Located at The Hub, 278 Haywood Road Tickets ~ $30 Featuring chefs Eric Kang and Dan Silo of The Admiral. Live music by members of the Gypsy Swingers. Craft beer provided by Wedge Brewery and New […]