Press release from Jubilee! Community: The Jubilee! Summer Orchestra, under the direction of Eric Scheider, will present it 24th annual concert on Sunday, August 12, 2018 at 7:30 PM at the Jubilee Church at 46 Wall Street in Asheville North Carolina. This year’s program entitled “Story of theWest,“ features music of Aaron Copland and Leonard Bernstein […]
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Fall adult kickball league registration now open
Press release from Buncombe County Recreation Services: As the warmer weather tapers down and summer adventures become distant memories, don’t miss out on opportunities for active and fun-focused recreation; join the Buncombe County Recreation Services Fall Kickball league today. Connect with others in a relaxed atmosphere and explore a new way to be active in a […]
The Paper Crowns Electric Band plays Tryon’s Summer Tracks series, Aug. 3
Press release from Blockparty Productions: The 19th season of Tryon’s most popular summer event – Summer Tracks – continues on Friday, August 3rd with The Paper Crowns Electric Band. All shows begin at 7 pm. In case of rain the concerts will move across the street inside the spacious Tryon Fire Dept. A full schedule including performers bios […]
CRC for ED and Tapestry host workshop with Linda Bacon, Oct. 25
Press release from Carolina Resource Center for Eating Disorders: Carolina Resource Center for Eating Disorders is proud to host Dr. Linda Bacon for Nurturing Body Respect: The Facts, Fictions, and Clinical Path, an evidence-based alternative to weight-focused care. Dieting is often a precursor to disordered eating (ie: body image, food, and exercise concerns/behaviors). Disordered eating, for individuals with the […]
Mission Health to stream panel discussion on HCA Healthcare’s rural service, July 30
Press release from Mission Health: Join a panel of regional healthcare experts Monday at 6:30 pm, as they explore what Mission’s intent to join HCA Healthcare is likely to mean for rural western North Carolina communities. The event will be broadcast live on Facebook and will include opportunities to have your questions answered by the evening’s […]
Buncombe County announces retirement of budget director
Press release from Buncombe County: Buncombe County announces that Budget and Management Services Director Diane Price will be retiring effective Sept. 1, 2018, to spend more time with her family. Price has been with Buncombe County for 27 years and was named Budget and Management Services Director in April of 2014. We wish her well […]
Hendersonville HOPE Aktion Club makes donation to Interfaith Assistance Ministry
Press release from Ziprik Consulting: The non-profit Hendersonville HOPE Aktion Club (a Service Leadership Program of Kiwanis International for adults with disabilities) has made a donation to Interfaith Assistance Ministry (IAM) in Hendersonville of more than 150 items. “Our members collected these needed materials for IAM as a way to help fulfill our mission of helping […]
Tails in Town event set for July 28 in Hendersonville
Press release from WTZQ: Make plans to attend the event that everyone is howling about! TAILS IN TOWN! It’s the ultimate day for dog lovers of all ages and a once a year opportunity to celebrate the companionship, joy and unconditional love that our furry friends bring to our lives. Free event Pints for Pups Rescue Fundraiser Over […]
AMOS names Amanda Bryant new executive director
Press release from Asheville Museum of Science: Asheville Museum of Science (AMOS) has completed its search for a new Executive Director and is pleased to announce Amanda Bryant has accepted the position. Ms. Bryant has been serving as Interim Executive Director since April. Her leadership has allowed daily museum operations to continue seamlessly during the […]
Call for mural or artistic installation proposals through Aug. 10
Press release from Asheville Downtown Association Foundation: Request for Qualifications Wall Street Stairway Mural Background: The Asheville Downtown Association Foundation (ADAF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission support and promote activities, projects and programs that enhance the livability, arts and culture, economy, safety and infrastructure of Downtown Asheville. The ADAF is the sister organization […]
Air quality forecast for Thursday, July 26: Good/Moderate (GREEN and YELLOW)
Thursday, July 26, 2017, is a code green air quality forecast day for the valleys of Asheville and Buncombe County. No health impacts are expected when air quality is in this range. For the ridge tops, it is a code yellow air quality forecast day. Unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor activities. This forecast is based on ozone levels. WNC Regional […]
Award-winning Asheville filmmaker Kira Bursky launches a Patreon
Press release from All Around Artsy Productions: In response to her growing online fanbase, Asheville-filmmaker Kira Bursky of All Around Artsy Productions has launched a Patreon page. Patreon is the future for artists. Fans can directly support the artists they love by making a monthly pledge which gains them access to exclusive rewards and experiences. […]
Asheville Fringe Arts Festival is accepting applications through Sept. 23
Press release from Asheville Fringe Arts Festival: The Asheville Fringe Arts Festival is gearing up for its edgiest festival yet. We are seeking to feature artists who are creating bold, new work in the spirit of experimentation and taking risks. Now in its 17th year, Asheville Fringe will expand to a full week long, adding […]
SART presents: I-YA-I-YA-O
Press release from Gardner-Webb University: A comedy written by Dr. Doug Bryan, associate provost for Student Success at Gardner-Webb University, will be presented in August by the Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre (SART). Directed by Jim Thomas, SART founder and former dean of the GWU School of Performing and Visual Arts, performances are in Owen Theatre […]
Marquee Comedy Presents Talk About Funny 14, Aug. 2
Press release from Marquee Comedy: Fresh off of a successful show at the Comedy Zone in Charlotte, Talk About Funny is back in Asheville on August 2nd with another fantastic line-up at The LaZoom Room! This is one of Asheville’s funniest, most unique and original comedy shows and not to be missed. Talk About Funny […]
Travers Brothership will play Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Aug. 25
Press release from Megan Kay Music: Travers Brothership will be playing at the Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. on Saturday, August 25, 2018 in Mills River, NC. Travers Brothership is a dynamic group based out of Asheville, NC featuring high-energy alternative, soul and funk. They have won multiple awards, including Home Grown Music Network’s Best Studio […]
Warren Wilson College one of the top 20 “best buy” colleges
Press release from Warren Wilson College: Warren Wilson College was named one of the top 20 “Best Buy” colleges nationally in the Fiske Guide to Colleges 2019. Warren Wilson was one of only 10 private colleges to make the list. “Under the school’s new North Carolina Free Tuition plan, all North Carolina residents who qualify for […]
Over $25 million in funding for Asheville area active transportation and transit projects
Press release from the French Broad River Metropolitan Planning Organization: The French Broad River Metropolitan Planning Organization (FBRMPO) recently authorized more than $25 million of funding for transportation projects in the French Broad River MPO region. The MPO selected projects that included sidewalk, greenway and bus purchase projects in Buncombe County, Asheville, Black Mountain, Canton […]
Lake Junaluska to host a weekend of concerts
Press release from The Lake Junaluska Associates: The Lake Junaluska Associates will host a weekend of music, including the Lake Junaluska Singers in their final concert of the summer on Friday, August 3, and acclaimed handbell choir The Raleigh Ringers on Saturday, August 4. The weekend celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Lake Junaluska Associates, […]
Free AARP summer events for older adults in the mountain region
Press release from AARP North Carolina: Coffee and Conversation: Among Friends Ferguson Family YMCA, 31 Westridge Market Pl, Candler, NC 28715 4th Wednesday monthly from 10:30 -11:00 AM Join your YMCA & AARP friends and staff for a cool or hot beverage and discussion about topics that are important to all of us. Community experts […]
The Mills River Farmers’ Market hosts Summerfest, July 28
Press release from The Mills River Farmers’ Market: The Mills River Farmers’ Market invites you to come see us this Saturday, July 28, for our Summerfest. We are celebrating all things summer as well as our 10th year of operation. Vendors will be offering samples and other specials. Want to learn how to make Tomato […]