From Well Bred Bakery Press release Well-Bred Bakery put Weaverville, North Carolina in the spotlight last month. The bakery was profiled by TRAVEL + LEISURE magazine as one of “15 Amazing Small Town Bakeries” in its September issue and on line newsletter. Journalist Nevin Martell wrote: “This warm and welcoming corner bakery brims with freshly baked delights, […]
Press release from Caring for Children: CARING for Children recently received a $1,500 grant from Publix Super Markets Charities to support the construction of a new playground at its 50 Reddick Road office in East Asheville. The location is home to CARING’s Foster Care and ACE Outpatient Counseling Programs. Earlier this year, CARING began working […]
From MetroWines Press release Asheville Artist Asya Colie presents a small but intense PopUP Art Exhibit @MetroWines on Tuesday October 20th from 5-7 p.m. Asya Colie has been featured in WNC Magazine. The exhibit by Asya Colie, who spent a many years in Portugal, partners with the WineTasting with Julia Kemper joining us from Portugal […]
From RiverLink Newsletter Chris Lechner, the first person to thru-paddle the entire French Broad River on a standup paddle board (SUP), will give a presentation about his adventure on Friday, Oct. 16 at 3 p.m. at the RiverLink office at 170 Lyman Street in the River Arts District. Starting in Rosman, near the headwaters of […]
From Randi Janelle Press release Local author Randi Janelle is releasing her first novel on Halloween with entertainment business to follow on Christmas. The book is titled The Story: Deviation and is the first in a series titled The Story. The blurb: When Dan encounters The Anger, he supplements his day job as a high […]
Press release from Youth Outright: Asheville, NC, October 11, 2015 – Youth Outright WNC, Inc., is offering two full scholarships for the 2016 Creating Change Conference, which will be held in Chicago, Illinois January 20 – 24, 2016. Creating Change is the premier annual organizing and skills-building event for the lesbian, gay, bisexual transgender, and queer community and […]
From Just Us United Press release Across the state this week and next, concerned citizens will be gathering at one of 8 events across NC to support the newly formed organization, Just Us United. The organization was formed in early September by concerned citizens and committed organizers. These individuals were inspired by the Moral Monday […]
From Governor Pat McCrory Press release Raleigh, N.C. – The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit today put on hold the federal Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) rule redefining Waters of the United States, or WOTUS. The new definition of the rule would harm farmers and economic development by greatly expanding jurisdiction over waters […]
From RiverLink Press release Each year the RiverLink board of directors recognizes river friendly businesses that have through their standard operating practices contributed to the health and well being of the French Broad River watershed as a destination to live, learn, work and play. Previous winners include the Phil Mechanic Studios, artist John Payne, The […]
From Henderson County Tourism Development Authority Press release HENDERSONVILLE, NC – The 13th Annual Bearfootin’ Public Art Walk is in full swing, adorning Main Street and raising awareness for non-profits and the good work they do in our community. If you’ve been eyeing one of the fabulous additions to the Bearfootin’ Art catalogue as they’ve […]
Grammy award-winning musician Alison Brown is on a mini fall tour in support of her recently released album — the first in six years — entitled The Song of the Banjo. The Harvard educated banker-turned-artist plays Diana Wortham Theatre on Friday, Nov. 6, at 8 p.m. Tickets (regular $32; student $27; child $20) and information […]
Mac DeMarco sounds a bit sad about a lady. “Must be another one she loves,” he laments on repeat during recent song “Another One” — the title track from his latest mini album. That’s after he’s unveiled someone’s increasingly apprehensive perspective on an existing relationship. Perhaps he’s just inquiring for a friend, but DeMarco’s weary […]
From United Federal Credit Union Press release HENDERSONVILLE, North Carolina – United Investment Planning (UIP), the investment arm of United Federal Credit Union (UFCU), is providing a complimentary seminar on social security retirement benefits on Tuesday, October 20, 2015. The session will take place at 5:30 p.m. at the UFCU branch at 101 Jack Street, […]
Fairview Chiropractic will host a free class on “The Insomnia Eipdemic and Natural Alternatives” at the company’s offices at 2 Fairview Hills Drive in Fairview. The event takes place on Thursday, Nov. 12, from 5:30-7 p.m. Call 628-7800 to make a reservation (required).
From Bari Naturals Press release West Asheville, NC — Bari Naturals, a new project of Bari Salon owners Moriah Luzius and Sarah Becker, is in the works and planned to be launched this month. Its goals reach farther than the typical product line; the idea behind Bari Naturals is to provide practical, everyday products that […]
From Magnetic Theatre Press release For the last decade, Heather Henson, of the Jim Henson Foundation, has curated Handmade Puppet Dreams, a showcase for the fresh voices of independent puppeteers who embrace film to explore a spectrum of live-action puppetry styles. These short films allow contemporary artisans to weave together the crafts of filming and […]
Asheville City Council Member Cecil Bothwell will present his free exhibit “Darn Old Ducks and other Flotsam” at MetroWines on Friday, Oct. 23, from 5-7 p.m. “Whether historic barns or wildlife, Bothwell’s work reflects the tradition and beauty of North Carolina,” says Gina Trippi, co-owner of MetroWines. View Bothwell’s Portfolio here. MetroWines is at 169 […]
From the Tennis Professor Press release Western North Carolina’s vibrant tennis community now has a new option for professional tennis equipment. Situated in North Asheville at 854 Merrimon Avenue beneath Stein Mart, The Tennis Professor “serves” up a diverse array of professional level tennis racquets, shoes, clothing, and accessories. The Asheville Chamber of Commerce will […]
From Coffee Crate Press release Coffee Crate, a service that delivers a range of locally-roasted coffee beans to subscribers each month, is now in Asheville. Founded in Durham in 2014, the business was recently purchased by Asheville resident Angie Rainey. Coffee Crate provide brewing tips, tasting notes, and every now and then a surprise, but […]
Now in its tenth year, REEL ROCK Film Tour is heading to Diana Wortham Theatre on Thursday, Oct. 15, at 7 p.m. Tickets ($17) and information about the rock climbing-inspired event are available here. Check out the event trailer here: More information from organizers: It’s been a big year in climbing – from Tommy Caldwell […]
From the Town of Fletcher Press release Town of Fletcher’s Annual Halloween Carnival will be held on Saturday, October 24 from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. This year’s event will be held at Fletcher Community Park located at 85 Howard Gap Rd. in Fletcher. This FREE community event will feature carnival style games with a […]
