Press release from the YMCA of Western North Carolina: Asheville, N.C., July 10, 2017 – Overnight summer camp is within reach for more local children thanks to a recent community donation campaign at the Brumit Restaurant Group’s 47 Arby’s locations. The promotion raised $45,000 for YMCA Camp Watia. Arby’s customers who made a donation received a […]
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Blue Ridge Craft Trails bring listening session to Cherokee
Press release from Blue Ridge National Heritage Area: The Museum of the Cherokee Indian will play host to the second in a series of listening sessions to help create a new craft trail across our mountains. The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area seeks ideas and suggestions to develop the Blue Ridge Craft Trails over the […]
HuffPost to visit Asheville during cross-country listening tour
Press release from HuffPost: HuffPost announces cross-county listening tour The “Listen To America” bus tour will visit 23 cities in seven weeks July 13, 2017 (New York, NY) — HuffPost today announced “Listen To America: A HuffPost Road Trip,” a 23-city, cross-country bus tour to listen and learn what it means to be American today. […]
“Celebrating Middle School Success” art exhibition at UNC Asheville
Press release: During the month of July, UNC Asheville is hosting the annual Celebrating Middle School Success exhibition in the Karpen Hall lobby, featuring works of art by some 40 students from area schools. The exhibition is free and open to the public, weekdays from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. A reception with the artists, hosted by […]
Our Vanishing Americana event in Saluda, July 21
Press release: Someone once said, “If you start forgetting how things began, you stop beginning things.” With un-daunting energy and perseverance, Mike Lassiter spent six years traveling across the state of North Carolina, looking for the lifeblood of small towns, community icons and historic businesses—the beginnings of Tar Heel commerce, livelihoods, family enterprises. At first […]
“Glamour on Board: Fashion from Titanic the Movie” coming to Biltmore in 2018
Press release from Biltmore Company: The first large-scale exhibition of fashions from “Titanic,” the Oscar-winning film that celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, will launch at Biltmore in February 2018 in “Glamour on Board: Fashion from Titanic the Movie.” Set for Feb. 9 through May 13, 2018, the exhibition represents the extensive wardrobes preferred by […]
N.C. Mountain State Fair to hold job fair July 13
Press release from N.C. Mountain State Fair: WHAT: The N.C. Mountain State Fair is looking for part-time workers for this year’s fair. Openings are available for ticket takers, ticket sellers and entry department staff. Applications will be accepted during an event to be held Thursday at the WNC Ag Center in Fletcher. Ticket sellers and […]
The 11th annual Model Airplane Show takes off on Saturday, August 5, 2017.
Press release from Buncombe County Recreation Services: Join the Asheville-Buncombe Aero modelers Flying Club at the Buncombe County Sports Park from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. for this FREE event. The Club will put on a high flying air show and display of many of their models. Pilots fly various types of aircraft ranging from […]
MotherLove teaches teen moms about baby food, July 13
Press release: On Thursday, July 13, The Mothership will partner with the YWCA MotherLove Program to teach parenting teens about introducing solid foods to their babies. Postpartum doula Molly Rouse is donating her time to share her knowledge of baby feeding and her love of cooking with these young mothers. “Our MotherLove teens become […]
Potential for fox encounters increase in summer months
Press release from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission: RALEIGH, N.C. (July 12, 2017) – The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission reminds residents that fox sightings during daylight hours are possible and normal. Foxes commonly live in suburban and urban areas and can be active both during the day and at night. People who encounter foxes do […]
Park Ridge Health receives 2017 QUEST Award for High-Value Healthcare from Premier Inc.
Press release: Park Ridge Health has been recognized with the 2017 QUEST® Award for High-Value Healthcare from Premier Inc., a leading health care improvement company, for providing outstanding patient care. Only six hospitals received the award for achieving top performance in all six of the areas measured in Premier’s nationally acclaimed QUEST collaborative, including cost […]
One Center Yoga to host Ryan Conrad day of celebration, July 30
Press release: Please join us on Sunday, July 30, to celebrate Ryan Conrad, our beloved friend, teacher, and fellow student of yoga. Ryan’s presence was and is an important and irreplaceable part of our lives. Our shared journey with yoga was an important and irreplaceable part of his. We carry Ryan with us every day, […]
Buncombe Partnership for Children welcomes new board members
Press release form Buncombe Partnership for Children: Buncombe Partnership for Children (BPFC), a non-profit leader in investing in the First 2,000 Days of life, is pleased to announce new board members. Jesse Figuera is the Youth Services Coordinator at Pack Memorial Library. She has been working for the public libraries in Buncombe County for […]
Public invited to upcoming Blue Ridge Craft Trails listening sessions in Blowing Rock, Cherokee
From the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Bring Listening Session to Cherokee The Museum of the Cherokee Indian will play host to the second in a series of listening sessions to help create a new craft trail across our mountains on Tuesday, July 18 from 2-4 p.m. The Blue Ridge National […]
Asheville Merchants Fund of The Community Foundation awards $405,000 in grants to support youth success and economic growth
Press release from CFWNC: The Asheville Merchants Fund of The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina has awarded grants to nine Buncombe County nonprofit organizations. A total of $405,000 was distributed for innovative projects designed to strengthen community and stimulate economic growth. The Asheville Merchants Fund supports projects such as community asset development and entrepreneurship; […]
New exhibition “Glamour on Board: Fashion from Titanic the Movie” coming to Biltmore in 2018
Press release from Biltmore: The first large-scale exhibition of fashions from “Titanic,” the Oscar-winning film that celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, will launch at Biltmore in February 2018 in “Glamour on Board: Fashion from Titanic the Movie.” Set for Feb. 9 through May 13, 2018, the exhibition represents the extensive wardrobes preferred by […]
Locally Brewed Asheville Comedy Showcase hits The Grey Eagle on Friday, July 28
Press release from The Grey Eagle: On Friday, July 28th, Funny Business at The Grey Eagle will present a hand-picked selection of Asheville’s best and brightest stand-up comedians, featuring fresh faces and returning favorites. Locally Brewed Comedy: Asheville Comedy ShowcaseCome experience a hand-picked selection of some of Asheville’s best and brightest stand-up comedians – all in […]
Asheville Museum of Science to co-host Asheville’s Solar Eclipse Festival in Pack Square, August 21
Press release from Asheville Museum of Science: The Asheville Museum of Science (AMOS), Asheville City Schools, Buncombe County Schools, UNC Asheville, Mix 96.5, and the828.com are pleased to announce they will be co-hosting Asheville’s Solar Eclipse Festival on August 21st. From 12pm-3pm the community is invited to join in the festivities at Pack Square Park with music, food, […]
United Way celebrates ribbon cutting of Born Learning Trail
Press release from United Way of Henderson County: On Friday, July 14th, United Way of Henderson County will celebrate the opening of their new Born Learning Trail on the Oklawaha Greenway. Sponsored by Park Ridge Health and in partnership with the City of Hendersonville, UWHC’s new Born Learning Trail will encourage families with young children […]
UNCA named a “Best Buy” in Fiske Guide to Colleges 2018; Environmental Studies Program cited for strength in career preparation
Press release from UNCA: UNC Asheville has been named to the very select list of “Best Buy” universities in Fiske Guide to Colleges 2018, released on July 11. The guide, created by former New York Times education editor Edward Fiske, calls UNC Asheville “one of the best educational bargains in the country.” Additionally, for the 14th consecutive year, […]
ALDI hosts Asheville-area hiring event, July 13
PRESS RELEASE from ALDI: ARDEN, N.C. – July 10, 2017 – Known for offering wages and benefits that are higher than the national average for the retail industry, ALDI, one of America’s favorite grocery stores*, will host a hiring event for its Asheville-area stores on Thursday, July 13. Opportunities within ALDI include Store Associate, Shift […]