Press release from Penland School of Crafts: The Penland Gallery has a new exhibition that features work by sculptor Maggie Jaszczak, who uses materials such as leather, fabric, and wood to create objects that are both familiar and unfamiliar. Her work will be joined by that of Christopher Colville, who makes imagery using photographic materials without […]
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Alzheimer’s Association to host three-part series in Asheville
Press release from the Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter: The Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter is hosting a three-part educational series as part of its “Navigating a Dementia Diagnosis” program. It will take place on the following Mondays: Oct. 15, Oct. 22 and Oct. 29 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at UNC-Asheville Reuter Center located at 1 University Heights. […]
Second annual Walk for Hope takes place Oct. 6 in Sylva
Press release from the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center: The Sylva Police Department’s second annual Walk for Hope will be on Saturday, Oct. 6, at 10 a.m. Participants should meet at the fountain on Main Street in Sylva for a memory walk around downtown. Breast Cancer Awareness items will be available for […]
Harris Regional Hospital hosts event to honor and remember breast cancer patients
Press release from Harris Regional Hospital: Harris Regional Hospital hosting reception October 5 to dedicate Tree of Hope honoring and remembering family members and friends Sylva, N.C. – As part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Harris Breast Care is hosting a reception on Friday, October 5 from 12:30-1:30pm in the first-floor lobby at Harris Medical […]
Veterans information session set for Saturday, Oct. 13 in Riceville
Press release from the Disabled American Veterans: So many veterans feel confused about benefits and services they’ve earned. There’s so much to know…and so many changes from one year to the next. That’s why local members of the nonprofit DAV (Disabled American Veterans) will present a veterans Information seminar from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. […]
Asheville firefighter plans run to benefit firefighters with cancer
Press release from the Asheville Fire Department: An Asheville Firefighter will run 100K, or more than 60 miles, to honor a fallen brother and bring awareness about firefighters of cancer. The route will take Senior Firefighter Mike Riley between the two stations where Will Willis worked. Willis died of cancer on his 34th birthday in […]
Family registration for Eblen Charities St. Nicholas Project opens Oct. 1
Press release from Eblen Charities: (Asheville, NC) Families in need of help in providing a memorable Christmas for their children this year can begin signing up for the Eblen Charities St. Nicholas Project this Monday, October 1st at the Eblen Charities Waddell Client Service Center at Westgate. Sign up during regular office hours of 8:00 am to […]