Press release from United Way of Hendersonville County: Fifty children at Upward Elementary School had happier holidays because of a new women’s group at United Way of Henderson County. “Women United” is a new initiative for women who want to connect their financial giving to volunteer opportunities in the community. Members of Women United enjoy […]
Press release from RiverLink: RiverLink is excited to announce the 10th annual Voices of the River Art and Poetry Contest, celebrating a decade of colorful, creative, and inspiring art and poetry submissions from pre-K to 12th-grade students. Each year the work of these students reflects thoughtful consideration of the rivers and other environments that surround […]
Press release from The Junction: We are delighted to partner with our River Arts District neighbors, New Belgium Brewing, for the fourth consecutive year. Our teams have collaborated to create a spectacular & truly one-of-a-kind winter beer dinner. Chef David Van Tassel and his kitchen will create a five-course menu designed around five individually selected New Belgium Brews including: […]
Press release: On Thursday, January 19, 5:30-6:30 PM, The Magnetic Theatre, Asheville Creative Arts, and many more local theatres, join hands with countless companies nationwide to declare themselves “brave spaces,” where “It is safe to be who you are, regardless of race, class, religion, country of origin, immigration status, (dis)ability, gender identity, or sexual orientation,” […]
Press release: Live Nation welcomes DAVE CHAPPELLE to Thomas Wolfe Auditorium at the US Cellular Center Asheville on Monday February 6th at 7:00pm. Tickets go on sale Friday, January 13th at 12pm. Tickets start at $67.50 and are on-sale Friday, January 13th at 12pm noon. Tickets are available for purchase at livenation.com, the US Cellular […]
Press release from Food Truck Festivals of America: 2016 was the biggest year yet for Boston-based event company Food Truck Festivals of America (FTFA) – and 2017 promises to far surpass it. The country’s largest touring food truck & craft beer festival company, FTFA is branching out to new markets in 2017 including Palm Beach, FL, […]
Press release from Westmoreland & Scully: In 2017, many of Asheville’s independent restaurants will change their online reservation system to Reserve.com. This is due to Reserve’s amazing range of options for restaurants and guests, ease of use, and fee structure. By January 10, these Asheville restaurants will switch to Reserve: Ambrozia, Blackbird, Blue Dream Curry, Chestnut, […]
From the Asheville Museum of Science: Meet Your Dog – An Introduction to the Science Underlying Your Dog’s Behavior Free public lecture on Jan. 27 explores game-changing scientific insights into dog behavior for dog owners and our greater dog-friendly community ASHEVILLE, NC – Jan. 11th, 2017: The Asheville Museum of Science (AMOS) and The Collider […]
From the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy: USDA awards $8 million for farmland conservation in Western North Carolina Blue Ridge Forever coalition secures unprecedented allocation of funding for local land trusts’ efforts Asheville, NC – The U.S. Dept. of Agriculture National Resource Conservation Service (USDA NRCS) recently announced 2017 funding allocations from the Regional Conservation Partnership […]
The city of Asheville’s Water Resources Department has issues a Boil Water Advisory for residents using city tap water in the wake of and emergency water interruption in the vicinity of Sweeten Creek Road from Buck Shoals Road to Lower Christ School Road and surrounding areas. While the disruption does not indicate that the water […]
From the North Carolina Association of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine: HELPING FIGHT OPIOID ADDICTION IN NORTH CAROLINA Anyone dealing with long-term pain from arthritis, migraines and lower back pain deserves relief from their suffering. Drug-free options such as acupuncture exist to relieve pain without relying exclusively on drugs. The North Carolina Association of Acupuncture and […]
From Francine Delany New School For Children: Isis Restaurant and Music Hall presents The Funky Formal benefitting Francine Delany New School for Children Friday February 3, 2017 6 p.m.-midnight 743 Haywood Road, Asheville The Funky Formal is a fundraiser to benefit Francine Delany New School For Children. Guests dress-up funky, formal, or both and hit […]
From The Farm Events: THE FARM NAMED WINNER IN THE KNOT BEST OF WEDDINGS 2017 The Knot’s Best of Weddings Award Honors Top 2 percent in U.S. Asheville, N.C. January 5, 2017 — Myron and Beverly Gottfried are pleased to announce that The Farm has been selected as a 2017 winner in The Knot Best […]
From the Bob Moog Foundation: Bob Moog Foundation and MusicFirst Collaborate to Provide Enhanced Teacher Experience Asheville, NC – January 10, 2017: The Bob Moog Foundation has partnered with cloud-based software creator MusicFirst to provide a robust online portal of educational assets for its Dr. Bob’s SoundSchool teachers. Dr. Bob’s SoundSchool is the Foundation’s hallmark […]
From The Fresh Market: The Fresh Market offers “Little Effort, Big Savings” with grab-and-go “Little Big Meal” program Specialty grocer provides convenient solutions for preparing a delicious home-cooked meal Available every day of the month, The Fresh Market offers shoppers convenient, grab-and-go solutions for preparing a home-cooked meal with its “Little Big Meal” program! Shoppers […]
From The Council on Aging of Buncombe County: The Council on Aging of Buncombe County, in conjunction with Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) announces Medicare Choices Made Easy, for January – April 2017. The classes will explain how Medicare works, the enrollment process, how to avoid penalties and ways to save money. The Information […]
Press release from event organizers: Next week, on January 18th, The SuperHappy Trivia Challenge returns to Magnetic 375!!! This month’s theme: Elvis & Company. Come join hosts Adam Arthur and Troy Burnette as they take you on a wild comic adventure featuring trivia, improv, ridiculousness, and Peanut Butter, Bacon, and Banana fried sandwiches. Prizes will […]
From Aloft Asheville Downtown: Aloft Asheville Downtown Kicks Off Five-Year Anniversary with Polar Bear Plunge for Charity Who: Aloft Asheville Downtown What: Aloft Asheville Downtown celebrates its fifth anniversary this year and is kicking off a year-long series of events with a Polar Bear Plunge in the hotel’s pool located on the rooftop Air Level. […]
From the Organic Growers School: Organic Growers School Hosts the 24th Annual Spring Conference in March The 24th Annual Spring Conference — for farmers, gardeners, homesteaders and sustainability seekers—is hosted by Organic Growers School (OGS), a local non-profit organization, and will take place Saturday and Sunday, March 11 & 12, 2017, at the University of […]
Press release from White Horse Black Mountain: Oleanna, playwright David Mamet’s explosive exploration of power and gender politics in academia, debuted in 1992 in the wake of, and partially in reaction to, the Clarence Thomas and Anita Hill hearings. The issues Mamet probes are as relevant today as they were then, and the two-character play […]
From the Asheville Riverfront Redevelopment Office: CANCELED: Public Meeting Invitation For Riverfront Redevelopment RAD Construction Signage Graphic Design We Need Your Feedback! Meeting: January 10, 2017 8:30am – 9:30am Dr. Wesley Grant Center 285 Livingston St, Asheville, NC 28801 This meeting has been canceled due to inclement weather. It will be rescheduled ASAP. Apologies for […]
