Press release from Western Carolina University: This symposium, first broadcast live in October 2016 from the Bardo Arts Center performance hall, features a variety of makers who use clay as a part of their artistic practice. Curated by Heather Mae Erickson, Assistant Professor of Art at Western Carolina University, the exhibition and symposium explore evolving ideas […]
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Buncombe County Schools will present Celebrate STEM on Saturday, April 22
Press release from Buncombe County Schools: Buncombe County Schools will present Celebrate STEM on Saturday, April 22, 2017, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., at Nesbitt Discovery Academy. Celebrate STEM is an official event of the 2017 North Carolina Science Festival presented by the Biogen Foundation. Celebrate STEM will have over twenty STEM activities for Buncombe […]
N.C. health officials encourage protection against HIV and STDs
Press release from North Carolina Health and Human Services: State health officials are encouraging North Carolinians to protect themselves against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) as a part of Sexually Transmitted Diseases Awareness Month, observed in April. Preliminary data for the state indicates increases in HIV and congenital syphilis cases in 2016, while new syphilis […]
Asheville Area Piano Forum’s spring benefit concert returns for 12th year
Press release from Asheville Area Piano Forum: Always a highlight of the spring music season, the Asheville Area Piano Forum will be presenting its annual spring benefit concert on Sunday, April 30th at 3:00 PM at the Blue Ridge Auditorium of Deerfield Estates, 1 Wakefield Dr, Asheville, NC 28803. The event will showcase the talents of […]
Holocaust survivor to deliver commencement address at Mars Hill University
Press release from Mars Hill University: Walter Ziffer, noted theological scholar and retired religion professor at Mars Hill University, will deliver the keynote address at the university’s spring commencement. The ceremony begins at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 13, 2017, in Moore Auditorium, and will be streamed live on the internet through the university website. […]
Living Web Farms will host a Spring Plant Walk and Wild Foods Preservation workshop on Tuesday, May 9
Press release from Living Web Farms: Americans are currently suffering from a “nature deficit.” We are disconnected from the natural world and all that it has to offer us spiritually, psychologically, and physically. On Tuesday, May 9 from 5 PM to 7:30 PM, Living Web Farms will host a Spring Plant Walk and Wild Foods […]
Free upcoming events at Mars Hill University
Press release from Mars Hill University: Coming Up At Mars Hill University April 24 – May 7, 2017 All events are free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted. For more information, contact Mike Thornhill, Director of Communications, (828) 689-1298, mthornhill@mhu.edu Monday, April 24 MHU Conversations: Gala Time: 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Location: Broyhill […]
Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity recognizes volunteers during National Volunteer Appreciation Week
Press release Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity: With volunteers central to our business model, Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity is recognizing milestones and thanking volunteers with small gifts and mid-day meals during National Volunteer Appreciation Week Habitat (April 23-29). Whether swinging a hammer at the construction site, accepting donations at the ReStore, answering the phone […]
Grammy winner Laura Story to perform at Lake Junaluska
Press release: Laura Story will perform July 3 at Lake Junaluska as part of the Independence Day Celebrations Story is a well-known contemporary Christian artist who has been recognized for her amazing musical ability and knack for getting to the heart of difficult issues. Her song “Blessings” won a GRAMMY award, a Billboard Music Award […]
Malaprop’s Bookstore/Cafe celebrates Independent Bookstore Day on April 29
Press release: Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day at Malaprop’s Bookstore/Café on Saturday, April 29 Join over 490 independent bookstores in 48 states for parties, author readings, in-store events, and exclusive day-of merchandise. Asheville, NC — Independent Bookstore Day marks its third year of celebrating independent bookstores nationwide on Saturday, April 29th, with literary parties around the […]
Air quality forecast for Friday, April 21: Moderate (YELLOW)
Friday, April 21, 2017, is a code yellow air quality forecast day for the valleys and ridge tops of Asheville and Buncombe County. Unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor activities. WNC Regional Air Quality Agency 125 South Lexington Avenue, Suite 101 Asheville, NC 28801 Phone: 828.250.6777 Air Quality Forecast for Friday, 04/21/2017
Enka’s Southeastern Contain earns environmental stewardship award
Press release: Southeastern Container “Green Teams” Focus on Sustainability, Triple Bottom Line Plant managers, maintenance engineers, senior management and administrative personnel from the six Southeastern Container PET bottle manufacturing facilities gathered in Cleveland, Tennessee to discuss best practices on sustainability. This 7th Annual Sustainability Conference highlights SEC’s commitment to sustainability including not only environmental concerns […]
UNC Asheville hosts Spring Undergraduate Research and Community Engagement Symposium April 26
Press release: UNC Asheville to Showcase Undergraduate Research and Community Engagement on April 26 UNC Asheville students will present more than 300 research and creative projects and showcase their work in community engagement projects and internships at the university’s Spring Undergraduate Research and Community Engagement Symposium, on Wednesday, April 26. All events are free and […]
Autistic scholar Elizabeth Grace to present lecture on “Disability Power” at UNC Asheville April 21
Press release: Autistic scholar, writer and activist Elizabeth (Ibby) Grace will present Activated Intersectionality and Disability Power in Today’s World from 1-2 p.m. on Friday, April 21 in UNC Asheville’s Ramsey Library, Whitman Room. This lecture is free and open to the public. Grace, assistant professor of education at National Louis University (NLU) in […]
North Carolina residents, activists express consternation over lingering impacts of coal ash pollution
From the Alliance of Carolinians Together Against Coal Ash: A constant struggle: Statewide alliance calls for more help for coal ash neighbors Residents around Duke Energy power plants still using bottled water after two years Two years after the state of North Carolina began issuing “Do Not Drink” letters to residents near Duke Energy coal […]
Climate rally at Vance Monument set for April 29
Press release: Asheville People’s Climate Rally Asheville, NC –– The Asheville chapter of the national Indivisible movement is holding a rally and march at Vance Monument in Pack Square on April 29, 2017 from 10:00am to 12:30pm to call attention to the perils of ignoring climate change and to steps that ordinary citizens can take […]
Malaprop’s celebrates Independent Bookstore Day, April 29
Press release: Independent Bookstore Day marks its third year of celebrating independent bookstores nationwide on Saturday, April 29th, with literary parties around the country. Malaprop’s Bookstore/Café, 55 Haywood St, Asheville, NC, will be celebrating with giveaways and games with prizes. “Malaprop’s will celebrate our 35th birthday this year,” said Linda-Marie Barrett, Malaprop’s General Manager. “This […]
UNC Asheville announces Concerts on the Quad lineup. Shows starting June 19
Press release: UNC Asheville’s Concerts on the Quad will return in summer 2017 with four free Monday evening shows, featuring Americana/roots, jazz, funk, rock and soul music. The free concerts take place June 19 and 26, and July 10 and 17, from 7 – 8:30 p.m. on the UNC Asheville Quad. Attendees are invited to […]
Eliada Homes hosting reunion May 20
Press release: Saturday May 20th, Eliada is hosting a reunion of alumni, staff, parents, and foster families This annual get together includes ample opportunities for fellowship among alumni. Current youth attending Eliada’s programs have the opportunity to meet and share stories with older alumni. Families in Child Development, current and former foster families, and Eliada […]
Remodeled Arby’s in Canton hosts grand re-opening event, April 20
WHAT: Brumit Restaurant Group (BRG), franchisee of Arby’s, the iconic quick-service sandwich chain, is excited to introduce its new restaurant design at the Grand Re-opening of their restaurant in Canton, North Carolina on Thursday, April 20th. This restaurant has undergone an extensive reinvigoration process utilizing the Inspire restaurant design, reflecting the new look and direction […]
Red Cross urges blood donation during Trauma Awareness Month
Press release: During Trauma Awareness Month in May, the American Red Cross urges eligible donors to help ensure lifesaving blood is available for patients with traumatic injuries and other serious medical needs by donating blood. According to the National Trauma Institute, trauma accounts for approximately 41 million emergency department visits and 2.3 million […]