From a press release: Buncombe County Environmental Health is partnering with the NC Radon program to provide free short-term radon test kits in recognition of National Radon Action Month. A limited supply of free radon test kits are available beginning Monday, Jan. 5, 2015, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 30 Valley Street, Asheville, until supplies […]
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Asheville Community Theatre raises funds for a new stage floor
From a press release: Asheville Community Theatre raises funds for a new stage floor We’ve heard from so many of you that you’ve been impressed with the intricate and large-scale dance numbers in many of our musicals. In order to better support (literally!) the amazing work of the dancers, we need to replace our stage […]
Asheville Art Museum presents documentary series on abstraction artists, Jan. 6-Mar. 15
From a press release: Asheville Art Museum presents documentary series on abstraction artists, Jan. 6-Mar. 15 As part of the its commitment to new media and education through film, the Asheville Art Museum has curated a series of art house documentaries that intimately explore the lives and careers of several artists represented in the exhibition […]
TC Arts Council calls for visual artists
From a press release: TC Arts Council’s Call for Visual Artists for Exhibits in 2015 The Transylvania Community Arts Council invites visual artists to enter their artwork in two open exhibits in 2015. In February the open call exhibit is entitled “WOOD, WIND & WATER.” Any medium will be accepted as long as it fits […]
Burial Beer Co. releases Skillet Donut Stout in bottles
PRESS RELEASE from Burial Beer Co. December 24, 2014: We are beyond thrilled to announce the release of our Skillet Donut Stout. After months off the taps, we brewed this breakfast stout on our new 10-barrel system. Skillet Donut Stout description: Cold black iron. Never decaying, it is held to the fire to unearth impeccable […]
Burial Beer releases limited bottles of Skillet Donut Stout
Press Release From Burial Beer Co.: December 24, 2014: We are beyond thrilled to announce the release of our skillet donut stout. After months off of the taps, we brewed this breakfast stout on our new 10-barrel system. Skillet donut stout description: Cold black iron. Never decaying, it is held to the fire to unearth […]
Mission Health signs new contract with The Blood Connection
From press release ASHEVILLE, N.C. (Dec. 29, 2014) – Mission Health and The Blood Connection of Greenville, South Carolina have entered into an agreement through which The Blood Connection will be the sole provider of blood to Mission Health, as well as conducting local blood drives in all areas where Mission Health is present. This […]
Air quality forecast for Monday, Dec. 29: YELLOW (moderate)
Monday, December 29, 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. No health impacts are expected when air quality is in this range. WNC […]
H T-N: Filmmakers highlight mountain music in documentary
From Hendersonville Times-News: By Nathaniel Axtell A documentary about mountain music by a filmmaking couple from Henderson County will debut Jan. 29 on North Carolina public television, featuring four-time Grammy winning musician David Holt and opening with a shot on Bearwallow Mountain. Called “David Holt’s State of Music,” the hour-long documentary by filmmakers and photographers […]
Mountains-to-Sea trail to get master plan & hiker guide
News & Observer reports: Next year, officials hope to make more headway on the 1,000-mile Mountains-to-Sea State Trail by commissioning a master plan, and a nonprofit group is working on a comprehensive hiker’s guide. So far, 600 miles of trail has been completed… The nonprofit group Friends of the Mountains to Sea Trail says as […]
Celebrating gravity: Asheville Aerial Arts in action (video)
Some clips from “UP,” an Asheville Aerial Arts Production, “We will be bringing this show to the Asheville Community Theatre January 2015…”
What’s it like to live in a tiny house in Asheville? A video tour
Asheville’s passion for green homes and tiny houses is in full evidence in this video tour of Laura and Matt’s 120 sq. ft. home that they built themselves outside of town.
RiverLink thanks Lighthouse Learning Coop and its preschoolers
FROM RIVERLINK: RiverLink would like to thank the Lighthouse Learning Coop and its 12 preschoolers ages 3-5 for helping plant 20 Hazel Alder trees along the Hominy Creek Greenway. It was a chilly December morning in Asheville, but the kids were not fazed by that, runny noses and all they were excited to be outside. Each […]
MAHEC’S Big Ivy Medical Center, in Barnardsville, to close
Big Ivy Health and Wellness Board announces: The Big Ivy Health and Wellness Advisory Board regrets to inform you that after two years of working to provide health care to our citizens here in BIG IVY, MAHEC has informed us of their decision to discontinue services at the Big Ivy Clinic located in the Community […]
Council on Aging program allows older adults to reclaim independence
Press Release/ Commentary Council on Aging of Buncombe County After more than a century of Christmases, Asheville¹s Ruth Ebbs, 102, widow of former North Carolina state representative Plato D. Ebbs, proves it’s never too late to come home and enjoy life to the fullest For 100 of the past 101 Christmases Ruth Ebbs hascelebrated, she¹s […]
Mellow Mushroom releases 2015 collectible calendar
PRESS RELEASE from Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers Atlanta, Ga.—Dec. 10, 2014— Mellow Mushroom’s 2015 Calendar has arrived at participating stores at last. The annual calendar is a free gift to guests, available while supplies last at participating locations. The calendar is an artistic extravaganza guests can enjoy all year. Featuring a creative narrative and beautiful […]
Fest of Ale with Highland Brewing at The North Carolina Arboretum, Dec. 29
From a press release: Fest of Ale with Highland Brewing at The North Carolina Arboretum, Dec. 29 Celebrate the season at a special tasting event that’s just a wee bit different. Presented by Highland Brewing and Adapt Public Relations, Fest of Ale will be held Monday, December 29 during Winter Lights at The North Carolina […]
A C-T: Asheville to be named as top destination on Good Morning America
From Asheville Citizen-Times: Asheville to be named as top destination on Good Morning America By Carol Motsinger Asheville has been named as a top place to visit in 2015 by Frommer’s, and the list will be highlighted on Good Morning America on Jan. 1. Asheville is on the list with other American destinations, such as […]
Second Gear is closing downtown store
Press release from Second Gear: Second Gear, Asheville’s answer for affordable outdoor gear, will have their last day of sales in their downtown location on Sunday, January 4, 2015. Both Second Gear locations will be holding a “year end sale” with price reductions on all in-stock items. In 2015 Second Gear will continue to serve […]
Book marketing class on Feb. 4 at Mojo Coworking
From the North Carolina Writer’s Network newsletter: Book marketing class on Feb. 4 at Mojo Coworking BOOK MARKETING 2.0 When: Wednesday, February 4, 2:00 pm Where: C200, Lookout Room, Mojo Coworking, 60 N. Market St. Contact: taralynne@taralynnegroth.com Website: http://www.taralynnegroth.com/writing-classes.html Cost: $57 Whether you traditionally publish or self-publish, you are responsible for marketing your book. Book […]
Forbes calls Asheville ‘Unexpected Source Of Innovation’
Here’s an excerpt from the Forbes article: Perhaps best known as a craft beer and independent restaurant mecca, and as a haven for musicians and artists of all genres, Asheville, North Carolina, frequently makes appearances on lifestyle-oriented “Top 10” or “Best of” lists. It is also a remarkably “green” community – some 80 percent of […]