Monday, March 23, 2015, 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. Please […]
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Castell Photography opens new exhibit, “Objects In Perspective,” April 3
In conjunction with the first Downtown Asheville Art walk of the season, Castell Photography opens its new exhibit, Objects In Perspective. Opening reception on Friday, April 3, 6-8 p.m. Press release from Castell Photography: Castell Photography is pleased to announce the opening of their newest exhibition, Objects in Perspective, a mixed media collaboration of photography […]
Savannah Sweet Tease Burlesque Revue performs at The Odditorium, April 4
Burlesque revue troupe Savannah Sweet Tease returns to Asheville to perform “Mother Goosed: Story-time with The Sweet Tease!” The show is held at The Odditorium on Saturday, April 4. Press release from event organizers: The Savannah Sweet Tease Burlesque Revue Present Mother Goosed: Story-time with The Sweet Tease! The Savannah Sweet Tease Burlesque Revue, is […]
Joe Penland performs at Madison County Arts Center, April 11
Old-time ballad singer and storyteller Joe Penland performs “Ridin’ in the Laundry Truck or Southern Comfort Between the Sheets,” a concert of mountain stories, songs and ballads at the Madison County Arts Center on Saturday, April 11. Press release from the arts center: Joe Penland in concert “Ridin’ in the Laundry Truck or Southern Comfort […]
Thirdmessenger presents theater on dying at The Altamont Theatre, April 19
Experimental project Dying to Live Theatre hosts a production in collaboration with Asheville Playback. The mixed-media, improvisational performance takes place at The Altamont Theatre on Sunday, April 19. Press release from Thirdmessenger: Dying to Live Theatre at The Altamont April 19 Experimental theater on dying is birthed in Asheville On April 19th, Asheville will enter […]
Asheville Buskers Collective update
The Asheville Buskers Collective is circulating flyers of suggested street performing ordinances. Policies that the collective hopes to see the city adopt include a two hour rule for performances, the respectful use of amplification and permitting the sale of CDs.
GreenWorks’ adventure day results in a cleaner Asheville
Press announcement: Volunteers in Asheville GreenWorks’ Green Adventure Day had quite the cleanup at Smith Mill Creek last Saturday.
Wheels4Hope celebrates Asheville launch; provides worthy recipient with used car
Nikita Smart drove away in her own car last week, a recently donated and repaired 1996 Honda Accord, following a ceremony for Wheels4Hope, which is celebrating its recent launch in Asheville. The car recipient, along with her 11-year old daughter, were referred to Wheels4Hope by Community Action Opportunities. Reliable transportation matters and many in our […]
WNC Orchid Society show runs March 28-29 at N.C. Arboretum
The North Carolina Arboretum welcomes spring with the Western North Carolina Orchid Society Annual Show on March 28 and 29, one of the largest in the Southeast. Admission is free to Arboretum Society members, or with the standard parking fee ($12 per personal vehicle) to the public. Show hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. […]
Friends of the Smokies hosts April 14 spring hike in Cataloochee
Hiking guide/author Danny Bernstein will lead a Tuesday, April 14, spring hike in the Cataloochee Valley.
N.C. solar-energy prospects could dim soon, says Duke University report
“Just seven years ago, North Carolina produced virtually no solar energy. But solar-friendly policies at the state and federal levels and a robust group of investors, developers, contractors and manufacturers have created rapid changes,” say Christopher Gergen and Stephen Martin in a commentary that appeared recently in the Charlotte Observer. They continue, “A report released […]
Allow short-term rentals in residential areas? Asheville Council to hear community views Wednesday
City Council will host a community conversation about short-term rentals — which include bed and breakfasts and Airbnb rentals — on Wednesday, March 25 in the banquet room of the U.S. Cellular Center in downtown Asheville. While areas zoned residential generally do not allow lodging, the zoning code provides exceptions for homestays and bed and […]
Volunteers will build new playground area for CARING for Children
From a press release: 2015 Playground Project for CARING for Children WHO: Local residents and volunteers in Western North Carolina are getting together to build a new playground area for CARING for Children & help out with a few repair projects to make the facility safer and more comfortable for the 1,200 families and children […]
Kids invited to run in Blue Ridge Classic Fun Run April 18
From a press release: 1st Annual Blue Ridge Classic Fun Run Festival Parents –mark your calendars! If you have children who like to run or you have some you wish would start running, the 1st Annual Blue Ridge Classic Fun Run Festival is for you! It will be held Saturday, April 18, from 5-8 p.m. at Reynolds High […]
Upstairs Artspace continues its 2015 season
From a press release: Upstairs Artspace continues its 2015 season The Upstairs Artspace continues its 2015 season with Boldly Astract: Seven Notable Artists and Jon Jicha: Drawings about Drawing. Join us for the opening reception on Saturday, March 21 from 5-8 p.m. The exhibition will run from Saturday, March 21 through Friday, May 1. Abstraction […]
High pathogenic avian influenza moves closer to NC
From a NC Cooperative Extension press release: High pathogenic avian influenza moves closer to NC We recently received news that highly pathogenic avian influenza had been confirmed in Minnesota, Missouri, Kansas and Arkansas, which though still several states away, is a lot closer than the Pacific Northwest where it was previously confined. The strains that have been […]
Short Stacks for Big Change benefit to make shoebox gifts for children
From a press release: Short Stacks for Big Change benefit to make shoebox gifts for children Asheville area volunteers are participating in a “Short Stacks For Big Change” pancake breakfast to raise funds to bring shoebox gifts for children around the world. Asheville area individuals and families work year-round to fill empty shoeboxes with toys, […]
American Folk Art & Framing’s 3rd annual Face Jug Show opens April 2
From a press release: American Folk Art & Framing’s third annual Face Jug Show opens April 2 American Folk Art & Framing has assembled an extensive collection of regional face jugs for their third annual Face Jug Show which opens April 2 and runs through April 27th. An opening reception will be held on Friday, […]
Hart Studio Theatre presents C.J Deering: Jobs I Had for Only One Day
From a press release: Hart Studio Theatre presents C.J Deering: Jobs I Had for Only One Day Last season comic storyteller C.J. Deering brought her incredibly funny but all too true tall tales of life, recovery and survival to the HART Studio and packed the house. She’s back by popular demand this time with “Jobs […]
Local high school students sponsor Habitat for Humanity house
From a Habitat for Humanity press release: Local high school students sponsor Habitat for Humanity house Asheville, N.C. (March 20, 2015) – For the second time in Buncombe County, local high school students are raising funds and volunteering to sponsor an Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity home. The students will celebrate the start of the […]
Asheville GreenWorks to plant production orchard in Hillcrest thanks to new grant
An exciting new venture for Asheville GreenWorks and Hillcrest Apartments means increased food access and new jobs for the public housing development.