Press release: Our VOICE is pleased to announce the 16th Annual Heart Works, Survivors’ Arts Show November 9th from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Blue Spiral 1 Gallery, 38 Biltmore Avenue. The annual arts show is a unique event that features visual and performance art created by survivors of sexual assault. The first Survivors’ […]
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Portrait-painting workshop offered Jan. 18-20
Press release: Nationally recognized figurative artist Melinda Borysevicz comes to Asheville to teach a 3-day workshop: Form and Spirit, Painting the Portrait in Oil. January 18, 19 & 20 Thursday, 2pm- 5pm Friday and Saturday: 10am-5pm (one hour lunch break) At the studio of Skip Rohde 2004 Riverside Drive, Unit DD in The Mill at […]
David Lynch offers local veterans scholarships to learn stress-reducing meditation
Press release from Asheville TM Center: The Asheville Center for Transcendental Meditation (“TM”) is offering scholarships for veterans throughout Western North Carolina to enroll in a specialized training course, entitled, “Meditation for Stress Reduction and Resilience.” The scholarships are possible due to a recent grant from the David Lynch Foundation’s “Operation Warrior Wellness” initiative, which has […]
Buncombe County Grassroots Arts Grant awards announced
Press release: The Asheville Area Arts Council (AAAC) is excited to announce the Buncombe County North Carolina Arts Council Grassroots Arts Program subgrant awards to 15 organizations in fiscal year 2017-18. Since 1977, the North Carolina Arts Council’s Grassroots Arts Program has provided North Carolina citizens access to quality arts experiences. Using a per capita […]
Sierra Club presents ‘Methane, pipelines and climate change’ on Nov. 1
From Western North Carolina Sierra Club newsletter: Sierra Club presents “Methane, Pipelines, and Climate Change” Wed, Nov 1, 7pm Sierra Club’s efforts to curb methane pollution by keeping fossil fuels in the ground, to stop fracked gas pipelines, and to enact public health safeguards will be discussed by Kelly Martin, Director of Sierra Club’s national Beyond Dirty Fuels. […]
Asheville to hold workshops, launch surveys on Transit Master Plan update
Press release from the city of Asheville: The City of Asheville invites everyone to participate in two community workshops as part of its recently announced Transit Master Plan update. A survey will also be available for residents who can’t make it to the workshops. Future public engagement activities will include discussion group workshops with various […]
Eblen Charities announces start of heating assistance program
Press release from Eblen Charities: Asheville, NC: The Eblen Heating Assistance Program of the Eblen Energy Project will make the first strike against the early cold weather to help families in need of heating assistance this Monday, October 29 as Eblen Charities will once again partner with the Buncombe County Department of Health and Human […]
Warren Wilson College announces two free tuition programs
Press release from Warren Wilson College: Asheville, N.C. — When Lynn Morton delivered her first speech as president of Warren Wilson College, she made a prediction: “We will support our community as it supports us.” Her vision is now a reality with the launch of two historic initiatives designed to give incoming students the chance to […]
Flat Rock Playhouse opens Pinkalicious: The Musical in Hendersonville Nov. 10
From Flat Rock Playhouse: FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS PINKALICIOUS: THE MUSICAL Flat Rock, NC (October 28, 2017) – It’s almost that special day of the year when all the little girls and boys dress up as their favorite characters from television shows, movies, cartoons and picture books. Some may even choose to base their costume on The […]
WCU, Jackson County Genealogical Society team up to digitize “Journeys Through Jackson” for public use
From Western Carolina University: Jackson County Genealogical Society publication now in digital archives, available online at WCU CULLOWHEE – Staff with Special and Digital Collections at Western Carolina University’s Hunter Library recently undertook a project to digitize past editions of the Jackson County Genealogical Society members’ publication and make it publicly available. Since the genealogical […]
UNC Asheville receives historic Moog Model 15 synthesizer from Moog Music
From UNC Asheville: ‘Acknowledging Bob Moog’s Love for the University’ – Moog Music Presents UNC Asheville with Gift of Historic Moog Model 15 Synthesizer Moog Music Inc. has presented UNC Asheville with a gift of a Moog Model 15 modular synthesizer – a re-creation of the original 1973 synthesizer and one of a limited number […]
Madison County Arts Center opens new space with Andy Gordon pottery exhibit Nov. 3
From the Madison County Arts Council: Ragtime Willy Pottery: An Exhibit of Functional works by Andy Gordon OPENING: Friday, November 3, 2017 5-7 p.m. The Madison County Arts Center 152 N. Main St Marshall, NC 28753 (828)649-1301 www.madisoncountyarts.com Andy Gordon has been an avid potter since 1998. He studied ceramics at Old Dominion University with […]
WCU garners $1 million in scholarship funds from Broadwell family
From Western Carolina University: Broadwells announce $1 million commitment to scholarships for WCU students CULLOWHEE – When Western Carolina University Chancellor David O. Belcher and wife Susan Brummell Belcher announced a $1.23 million commitment to the university’s efforts to provide enhanced scholarship support for WCU students, they did so in hopes of inspiring others to […]
Cooper appoints locals to Western Residence board
Press release from the Office of Gov. Roy Cooper: Raleigh, N.C. —Gov. Roy Cooper announced additional appointments to state boards and commissions, including 15 to the board of directors of the Western Residence, which is located in Asheville. “These new appointees bring dedication and experience to our state boards and commissions,” Cooper said. “I’m grateful […]
Operation Christmas Child drop-off sites available in Asheville
Press release from Samaritan’s Purse: Asheville, N.C. — This month, several locations in the Asheville area will serve as drop-off sites for the Samaritan’s Purse project, Operation Christmas Child, joining nearly 5,000 U.S. locations collecting gift-filled shoeboxes for children in need around the world. During the project’s National Collection Week, Nov. 13-20, Asheville residents will […]
Green Energy Forum sparks to life Nov. 5
Press release from the Interfaith Initiative: Asheville, N.C. — The Interfaith Initiative, made up of representatives of 14 faith communities in the Asheville area, has organized a Green Energy Forum. This will be an action forum about local green energy efforts to help individuals and congregations enrich their lives by being good stewards in caring […]
New shopping center slated for Tunnel Road
Press release from United Development Co.: Asheville, N.C. — New restaurants and retail are on their way to Asheville at a new retail center opening June 2018 called The Peaks. The project celebrated a kick-off on Oct. 26 at the site, which was formerly a UA theater. The Peaks will occupy a 2-acre corner in […]
Beth Copeland named grand marshal for holiday parade
Press release from the Asheville Downtown Association: Asheville, N.C. — The Asheville Holiday Parade, presented by Bojangles of WNC, rolls, dances and marches through downtown Asheville on Saturday, Nov. 18 beginning at 11 a.m. The parade features nearly 100 entries including marching bands, dance and cheer squads, nonprofits and businesses. This year’s parade theme is […]
CNBC’s ‘Adventure Capitalists’ features two Asheville-based entrepreneurs
In the Tuesday, Oct. 31, episode of “Adventure Capitalists,” airing at at 10 p.m. on CNBC, two Asheville-based entrepreneurs showcasing their products for a potential investment. Adam Masters presents the Bellyak, a lay-on-top Kayak. Nathan Masters demonstrates the Hammer, a customizable slingshot. Press release: CNBC has renewed its original series, “Adventure Capitalists,” for a sophomore […]
Consulting firm establishes U.S. headquarters at The Collider
Press release from The Collider: Asheville, N.C. — Whether it is violent extremism, climate change, Ebola, or food production, Wasafiri Consulting has helped navigate Africa’s most intractable and complex challenges. Now it is setting up its U.S. headquarters in Asheville, at The Collider, to apply its expertise to America’s own wicked problems. “Large-scale problems appear […]
Auction to benefit Odyssey Scholarship Fund
Press release from Odyssey ClayWorks: Asheville, N.C. — Odyssey ClayWorks announces the fifth annual Odyssey Auction, taking place in its clay studio and gallery in the River Arts District on Nov. 4 from 6:30-9 p.m. This year’s auction will feature more than140 items by emerging, midcareer and established artists in a number of mediums, including […]