We have a few volunteer shifts open that we need filled in order to make it through the last 2 weeks of the Corn Maze!! Sign up by clicking on this link Volunteer Sign Up Form! If you want to volunteer for October 31st, our last day of the Corn Maze, please contact Terrie, our […]
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Online N.C. driver license renewals increase since new service is launched
Press release from Gov. Pat McCrory: Online Driver License Renewals Increase Since Launching Live Statewide Online renewals up 2,050 since Gov. McCrory’s announcement on October 12 Raleigh, N.C. – Governor Pat McCrory announced that more North Carolinians are already taking advantage of new customer-friendly options at the state’s Division of Motor Vehicles. Online driver license […]
Air quality forecast for Wednesday, October 21: Moderate (YELLOW)
Wednesday, October 21, 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 (although borderline) air quality forecast day. No health impacts are expected when air quality is in this range. Please call WNC Regional Air […]
City of Asheville to hold meeting on Haywood Road Parking needs
Press release from the city of Asheville: City to hold meeting on Haywood Road Parking needs What: Meeting about the Haywood Road Parking Study. When: 6:30 p.m. Oct. 22. Where: Hall Fletcher Elementary School, 60 Ridgelawn Road. The City of Asheville Transportation Department has been conducting a study of parking needs related to the Haywood […]
Trillium Dance Company Auditions
WHAT: Trillium Dance Company Auditions WHERE: The Landing, 68 Kentucky Drive, Asheville WHEN: October 25, noon-2 p.m. Information from Trillium Dance Company: Trillium Dance Company is looking for dancers of all backgrounds including jazz, hip-hop, lyrical, modern, belly dance, ballet, etc. For the audition: dance experience a must bring a head shot & resume wear […]
Asheville City Schools Foundation hosts legislative update with Senator Van Duyn
The Asheville City Schools Foundation and the Mountain Allies for Public Schools have announced a special legislative update community meeting that will feature North Carolina Senator Terry Van Duyn, according to a press release from the ACS Foundation. The meeting will be held on Friday, November 6 beginning at 11 a.m. at Hall Fletcher Elementary […]
Vortex Doughnuts to celebrate its first anniversary with free doughnuts
Vortex Doughnuts has announced it will celebrate its first anniversary on Tuesday, Oct. 27, by giving away 365 of its signature product, The Vortex. The Vortex is yeast-raised doughnut tossed in cinnamon sugar and topped with French Broad Chocolate ganache. The free doughnuts will be offered to each customer, one per customer on a first-come-first-served basis, […]
Hendersonville announces “Recycling Works!” poster contest
Press release: “RECYCLING WORKS!” POSTER CONTEST About the Contest: The City of Hendersonville’s Environmental Sustainability Board is sponsoring the “Recycling Works!” Poster Contest. Henderson County students in grades 9-12 are invited to create a poster that effectively and clearly highlights the importance of recycling in the City of Hendersonville. This contest is an opportunity for […]
Nectar, Veda Studios to host grand opening and Harvest Party, Oct. 24
Nectar, a recently opened raw, gluten-free and vegan eatery and juice shop, and its neighbor, Veda Studios, will host a grand opening and family-friendly Harvest Party on Saturday, Oct. 24. The event will serve as the official launch for Nectar, which opened in September. Veda Studios opened late last winter. Nectar has been in the works for […]
WCU’s Mountain Heritage Center hosts professor and author Phil Jamison
Press release: WCU’s Mountain Heritage Center hosts Warren Wilson College professor for discussion of new book on mountain dance CULLOWHEE – Warren Wilson College professor Phil Jamison will discuss his new book, “Hoedowns, Reels, and Frolics: Roots and Branches of Southern Appalachian Dance,” and demonstrate a step or two, at Western Carolina University on Thursday, […]
U.S. Forest Service invites public comment on including new lands in the National Wilderness Preservation System
The local branch of the national Forest Service will be taking public input next month on what lands and rivers to consider recommending for protection under the National Wilderness Preservation System and the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. They are also asking the public for feedback on the evaluation process itself. The evaluation materials will be […]
Metro Wines to host Tabarrini wine tasting
PRESS RELEASE from Metro Wines: Please join us for a wine tasting with Daniel Sassi of Tabarrini on Tuesday, November 10th from 5:30 to 6:30 at MetroWines. The tasting is on the house and parking is free, easy and close. “Daniel,” says winery owner Giampaolo Tabarrini, “is our bridge to the world!” For four […]
League of Women Voters presents City Council candidate forum Oct. 20
In partnership with four other community agencies, the League of Women Voters of Asheville-Buncombe County will present a public information forum on October 20 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Wesley Grant, Sr. Center at 285 Livingston Street in Asheville. All six city council candidates — Julie Mayfield, Brian Haynes, Marc Hunt, Keith Young, Lindsey […]
Season’s at Highland Lake offers Halloween Brunch Buffet
PRESS RELEASE from Season’s at Highland Lake: Halloween Brunch Buffet Sunday, October 25, 2015 ~ 10:30-2:00 $27.95 per person Live Music by Bruce Lang Season’s at Highland Lake will host its annual Halloween Brunch Buffet on Sunday, October 25, 2015. The buffet includes Breakfast Selections, Soups and an extensive Salad, Cheese and Fruit display. Entrées will feature Carved Pork Loin […]
Weaverville Library hosts “Foreign Film Night” Tuesday, November 10
Press release: Foreign Film Night at the Weaverville Library: “Monsieur Lazar” Tues. November 10th at 7:00 p.m. – Join local film aficionado Roy Turnbaugh for a screening of this 2011 film about the bond between an Algerian immigrant substitute teacher and his Canadian grade school students and what they teach one another about dealing with […]
Ukelele master Kimo Hussey comes to Asheville Nov. 6
Acclaimed ukelele master Kimo Hussey will come to Asheville on Friday, November 6, for a special workshop on the intricacies of the ukelele, according to an announcement by Tryon-based Lichty Guitars. The workshop will be hosted by the Asheville Ukelele Strummers at the Montford Recreation Center from 6 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Asheville will be […]
Olivette community and farm announces grand opening of Rosebay Park
Olivette Riverside Community and Farm recently announced its grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, October 16 at the community’s Rosebay Park, according to a press release from community officials. Woodfin Board of Alderman members Jackie Bryson and Ronnie Lunsford joined Olivette community members to formally cut the ribbon and officially open the […]
Jay Walker Memorial Golf Fund supports area high school golf programs
The Jay Walker Memorial Golf Fund recently celebrated a decade of supporting golf programs for high school students around Henderson County, according to a press release from the Community Foundation of Henderson County. The fund has awarded more than $28,000 since its inception to men’s and women’s golf programs in several Henderson County schools. The […]
Wheels4Hope and Helpmate team up to provide car to family in need
Asheville nonprofits Wheels4Hope and Helpmate recently partnered to provide a vehicle for a local family in need, according to a press release from Wheels4Hope. The two organizations held a special dedication ceremony in the United Way parking lot in downtown Asheville on Wednesday, October 14 at 12:30 p.m. to present the Valladares family with its […]
WCU Foundation receives grant to support math teachers across the region and state
Press release from Western Carolina University: CULLOWHEE – The Western Carolina University Foundation is the recipient of a $200,000 grant from the North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation that will be used to support the Smoky Mountain Math Teachers’ Circle, a professional development organization for math teachers in Western North Carolina, and to create a network of […]
Umphrey’s McGee announces two-night Blue Ridge Rockway in Asheville
Press release: Umphrey’s McGee Blue Ridge Rockway Asheville, North Carolina Exploreasheville.com Arena February 19th & 20th Umphrey’s McGee is thrilled to return to Asheville, North Carolina for the innaugural Blue Ridge Rockway, a two night event at the Exploreasheville.com Arena Friday, February 19 & Saturday, February 20. The first double header arena endeavor, Blue Ridge […]