Press release Rewriting History: Book & Print Arts Collective Member’s Show, opens March 7 REWRITING HISTORY explores the theme of shifting identity and plays with perceptions of our collective public and private histories. Members from Asheville’s Book & Print Arts Collective have created a variety of artist books and prints to explore and ask what […]
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Catawba Brewing to christen its new Asheville Tasting Room with Brewtal Double IPA on Feb. 22
Press Release From Catawba Brewing Company: ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Catawba Brewing Co. will officially christen its new Asheville Tasting Room with the release of a special beer for its Grand Opening Party on Saturday, Feb. 22 at the company’s new digs at 63 Brook St. on the edge of Biltmore Village. Brewtal Double IPA is […]
Asheville Humane Society receives highest rating from national charity evaluator
Press Release Asheville Humane Society Charity Navigator has awarded Asheville Humane Society its highest rating, four stars, for sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency. Charity Navigator is America’s largest and most-utilized independent evaluator of charities. This exceptional ranking of four stars out of a possible four, demonstrates that Asheville Humane Society adheres […]
Canadian trio Each Other performs at Toy Boat on Feb. 28
Press release Canadian trio Each Other performs at Toy Boat on Feb. 28 Each Other will be playing at Toy Boat on February 28, in support of their new album Being Elastic. Canadian trio Each Other are set to release their debut full length, Being Elastic, via Lefse Records on March 4th. The new album, […]
N&O: NC schools dealing with problem-plagued state computer system
The News & Observer in Raleigh reports that a new state computer system for keeping track of student information has so many problems that the accuracy of transcripts, athletic eligibility and the number of students enrolled in schools is uncertain. The problems have spurred educators like Charlotte-Mecklenburg Superintendent Heath Morrison to say the rollout of […]
Metro Wines hosts Asheville City Poets meetup March 5
Press Release From Metro Wines: Asheville City Poets Meetup is meeting at Metro Wines. Saturday, March 5th from 3pm-5pm. 169 Charlotte Street, Asheville. This event is open to the public and free of charge. $5 for a glass of wine or beer. You can bring an original piece of work or you can read one […]
HT-N: Rescued snowy owl turns out to be male, not female
The Hendersonville Times-News reports in Friday edition that a DNA test of Tundra the snowy owl, grounded near Rosman thousands of miles south of its breeding grounds, has revealed that “she” is actually a “he.” “Most of us, including me, thought the bird was a female from the beginning, but I had my suspicions,” said […]
Lecture on Harriet Joor’s Designs for Gustav Stickley’s Craftsman Workshops, Feb. 22
Press release Lecture on Harriet Joor’s Designs for Gustav Stickley’s Craftsman Workshops, Feb. 22 As Arts and Crafts enthusiasts gather in Asheville this weekend for the Grove Park Inn Arts + Crafts Conference, the Asheville Art Museum is excited to present a lecture and reception focusing on pottery and textile artist Harriet Coulter Joor (1875-1965) […]
Grandfather Mountain to renovate otter habitat
Press Release Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation Grandfather Mountain’s otter habitat closed temporarily this week for renovations — and an important acclimation process for the Mountain’s newest otter. Work on the habitat is expected to begin in mid- to late March and should take only three to four weeks if weather conditions allow. The renovations will […]
Lenoir-Rhyne & Asheville Green Drinks to host storytelling night Feb. 26
Press Release Lenoir-Rhyne University On Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. the Lenoir-Rhyne University Graduate Center Asheville is hosting a presentation by former Peace Corps and AmeriCorps volunteers in celebration of National Peace Corps Week. LR is partnering with Asheville Green Drinks to host a night of storytelling. Thepresenters will tell 10-minute tales of culture […]
Cooperative Leadership talk at Skyland Library, Feb. 27
Press release Cooperative Leadership talk at Skyland Library, Feb. 27 “Cooperative Leadership Development” features unique tools and methods for transforming the traditional competitive leadership paradigm. Join this fun and engaging program on Thursday, February 27th, 7-8:30 p.m., at the Skyland South Buncombe County Library, 260 Overlook Road, Asheville, NC. Learn about: Co-operative problem solving exercises. […]
UNCA invites community input in chancellor search
Press Release University of North Carolina Asheville The UNC Asheville chancellor search committee invites the Asheville community and alumni to provide input at a Listening Forum on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2014, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Alumni Hall of the Highsmith University Union. This is one of a series of forums on Feb. 27-28 […]
WCU golden radio show begins with visit from Duke Ellington’s granddaughter
Press Release Western Carolina University The “Echoes of the Cotton Club” spring radio show re-creation at Western Carolina University will start preproduction Wednesday, Feb. 26, with a visit to campus by internationally known choreographer and dancer Mercedes Ellington. Ellington is the president of the Duke Ellington Center for the Arts in New York City and […]
Asheville Wing War to take place March 9 at Asheville Music Hall
Press Release From Lush Life Productions: Asheville, NC, February 18, 2014 – Lush Life Productions is once again preparing for an event in which local restaurants in Asheville battle it out for the title of “Asheville’s Best Buffalo Wings”. With a ticket that includes unlimited wings, beer and great local music, this event has sold […]
Western Carolina University to host faculty recital March 4
Press Release From Western Carolina University: CULLOWHEE – Travis Bennett, associate professor of horn in the School of Music at Western Carolina University, will present a faculty recital Tuesday, March 4, featuring two new musical arrangements. “I’m very excited about the program because every piece on it is new to me,” Bennett said. “Also, there […]
Asheville’s white trolleys will soon be red: Gray Line Asheville acquires historic trolley tours
Press Release From Gray Line Trolley Tours of Asheville: Asheville, NC. – February 20, 2014. Howard and Deborah Helmken, owners of Gray Line Trolley Tours of Asheville, “The RED Trolleys,” announce the acquisition of Asheville Historic Trolley Tours, “The White Trolleys,” from owners Irven and Tom Stevenson. The transaction closed on Monday, February 17th. The […]
RiverLink to host ‘All Roads Lead to the RAD’ cleanup
Press Release From RiverLink: Join RiverLink and Recover Brands for the second annual All Roads Lead to the RAD cleanup, focusing on streams, creeks, and roads in Asheville’s River Arts District. The cleanup will be Friday, February 28, starting at 2:00 p.m. Due to the cold weather, teams will be working in the flood plain […]
LGBT in the South Conference draws leaders from 8 southern states to Asheville
Here’s the press release from the Campaign for Southern Equality: Asheville, N.C. (February 20, 2014) – On February 28 and March 1, more than 200 organizers from eight Southern states will converge in Asheville, NC for the 1st annual LGBT in the South conference. The Campaign for Southern Equality is excited to partner with the […]
Asheville to host LGBT in the South Conference Feb 28, March 1
Press Release Campaign for Southern Equality On February 28 and March 1, more than 200 organizers from eight Southern states will converge in Asheville, NC for the 1st annual LGBT in the South conference. The Campaign for Southern Equality is excited to partner with the Hart Law Group and the National Center for Lesbian Rights […]
Park Ridge Health announces events for Feb. 23 to March 2
Event summary From Park Ridge Health Please call 855-PRH-LIFE to register for any Park Ridge Health events. Special Events Lunch & Learn: Diabetes Made Simple Thursday, February 27 12 – 1 p.m. DoubleTree Asheville 115 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC Learn about diabetes and the related topics of medication management, simple lifestyle changes and easy cooking […]
Newman to hold Feb. 27 campaign kick-off
Here’s the message from Commissioner Brownie Newman via his campaign’s email newsletter: Dear Friends, It has been an honor to serve on the Buncombe County Commission for the past year. With your support, we have made real progress in education, clean energy, living wage jobs and equality. Because there is more to do, I ask […]