Local Hero
Laura Boosinger, executive director of Madison County Arts Council
- Winners Directory
-
Arts & Entertainment
- Actor (Male Or Female)
- Ceramics Artist/Potter
- Classical Ensemble
- Comedy Series Or Event
- Comedy Troupe
- Craft School Or Place To Learn A Craft
- Craft-Oriented Gallery
- Creative Writing School Or Organization
- Dance Company
- Favorite All-Round Band
- Fiber Artist
- Glass Artist
- Indoor Fair/Event Selling Art/Crafts
- Jewelry Artist/Designer
- Listening Room
- Local Art Gallery
- Local Author
- Local Band: Acoustic/Folk
- Local Band: Americana/Country
- Local Band: Electronic
- Local Band: Hip-Hop
- Local Band: Jam/Progressive
- Local Band: Jazz
- Local Band: Old-Time/Bluegrass
- Local Band: Pop
- Local Band: Punk
- Local Band: R&B/Blues
- Local Band: Rock
- Local Band: Soul
- Local Busker/Street Performer
- Local DJ (Non-Radio)
- Local Festival To Camp Out At
- Local Filmmaker
- Local Music Festival
- Local Poet
- Local Recording Studio
- Local Singer/Songwriter
- Metal Artist Or Metalworker
- Movie Theater
- Mural Artist
- Outdoor Fair/Event Selling Art/Crafts
- Outdoor Music Venue
- Painter
- Photographer
- Place To Dance
- Place To Hear Live Music
- Place To Take Dance Classes
- Studio Stroll/Driving Tour
- Theater Company
- Trivia Night
- Woodworker
-
Asheville
- Activist Group
- Asheville City Government Accomplishment
- B&B Or Small Boutique Hotel
- Best Thing To Happen To Asheville In The Last 12 Months
- Bumper Sticker
- Cheap Thrill
- Fundraising Event
- Hotel
- List Asheville Made In The Last 12 Months
- Local Asheville Attraction
- Local Attraction Outside Of Asheville
- Local City Tour
- Local Environmental Group
- Local Hero
- Local Politician
- Local Villain
- Neighborhood
- People-Watching Place
- Place To Get Married
- Place To Take Your Eccentric Friends
- Place To Take Your Visiting Family
- Project You'd Like To See Local Government Do
- Reason To Live In Asheville
- Reason To Visit Asheville
- Slogan About Asheville
- Thing Downtown Asheville Needs
- Thing East Asheville Needs
- Thing North Asheville Needs
- Thing South Asheville Needs
- Thing The River Arts District Needs
- Thing West Asheville Needs
-
Drinks
- All-Round Coffee House
- Bar For An Office Party
- Bar For Live Music
- Bar With A View
- Bar With Bar Games
- Bar: Local Beer Selection
- Bar: Unusual Beer Selection
- Bartender
- Beer Store
- Bloody Mary
- Brewmaster
- Cocktails
- Coffee Roaster
- Coffee/Tea House In Which To Read A Book
- Creative, Experimental Brewery
- Dive Bar
- Establishment With The Best Coffee
- Evening Coffee House
- Family/Kid-Friendly Bar
- Favorite Local Beer Event
- Gay Bar
- Homebrewer
- Hotel Bar
- Local All-Round Brewery
- Local Beer (Any Style)
- Local Cidery
- Local Dark Beer
- Local IPA
- Local Winery
- Locals Bar
- Morning Coffee House
- Most Unique Nonalcoholic Drink Menu
- Neighborhood Pub
- Place To Drink Tea
- Scenester/Hipster Bar
- Smoothies/Juices
- Specialty Liquor Selection
- Sports Bar
- Upscale Bar
- Wine Bar
- Wine Store
-
Eats
- Bagel
- Bakery (Bread)
- Bakery (Sweets/Desserts)
- Barbecue
- Best Value
- Biscuits
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Burger
- Burrito
- Business Lunch
- Catering Company
- Chain-Operated
- Cheap Lunch
- Cheesemaker/Cheese Dairy
- Chef
- Chinese
- Chocolate
- Cookies
- Culinary School Or Classes
- Diner/Home-Style
- Donuts
- European
- Favorite Restaurant
- Food Cart
- Food Truck
- French Fries
- Fried Chicken
- Frozen Yogurt/Custard
- Greek
- Green/Sustainability-Friendly Restaurant
- Healthiest Restaurant
- Hot Bar
- Hot Dogs
- Ice Cream
- Indian
- Italian
- Japanese
- Kid-Friendly
- Korean
- Late-Night
- Latin American
- Local Food/Drink Product
- Local-Food Emphasis
- Mexican
- New Restaurant (Opened In The Last 12 Months)
- Other Asian
- Outdoor Dining
- Pasta
- People-Watching
- Pizza
- Pub Grub
- Quick Meal
- Restaurant In Downtown
- Restaurant In East Asheville
- Restaurant In North Asheville
- Restaurant In South Asheville
- Restaurant In The River Arts District
- Restaurant In West Asheville
- Restaurant Still Needed In Asheville
- Restaurant To Take Out-Of-Towners To
- Restaurant Wine List
- Ribs
- Romantic Dining
- Salad
- Seafood
- Service
- Southern
- Special Diet Options (Gluten-Free, Lactose-Free, etc.)
- Splurge Restaurant
- Sub Shop/Deli/Sandwiches
- Sushi
- Taco
- Take-Out
- Thai
- Vegetarian
-
Farm & Garden
- Agriculture-Based Brand/Business
- Community Garden
- Consumer Supported Agriculture (CSA) Farm
- Farm Animal Veterinarian
- Favorite Farm To Visit
- Garden Supply Store
- Homesteading-Supply Shop
- Mulch Supplier
- Nursery (Trees, Shrubs)
- Orchard
- Roadside Farm Stand
- Tailgate/Farmers Market
- Tree/Yard Service
- U-Pick Farm
-
Health & Wellness
- Acupuncturist
- Alternative Healing Center
- Chiropractor
- Dentist
- Doula Service
- Elder Care Facility
- Emergency Room
- Eye Care Specialist/Service
- Family Medical Practice
- Health-Related Nonprofit
- Herbal Healer
- Herbal Supplement Store
- Home Healthcare Agency/Service
- Hospice
- Hospital
- Martial Arts Studio
- Massage Therapist
- Maternity Care Center/Practice
- Meditation/Retreat Center
- Mental Health Center/Services
- Midwifery Services
- Mortuary/Funeral Services
- Pediatrician
- Pharmacy
- Physical Therapist
- Physical Trainer
- Physician
- Pilates Studio/Center/Classes
- Place To Get Medical Care When Under- Or Uninsured
- Place To Work Out
- Psychologist/Counselor
- Weight Management Practice
- Wilderness Therapy Program
- Women's Health Center
- Yoga Studio
- Yoga Teacher
-
Kids
- After-School Program
- Art Education Program
- Balloon Artist/Face Painter
- Best Science/Technology Education Program
- Dance Studio
- Day Camp
- Day Trip For Kids
- Daycare
- Festival For Kids
- Gymnastics Program
- Kid-Friendly Coffee Shop
- Kid-Friendly Yoga Studio
- Kids Entertainer
- Kids' Clothes
- Martial Arts Program
- Museum
- Music Teacher
- Nature Camp
- Outdoor Activity Spot
- Overnight Camp
- Parents Night Out Program
- Pediatric Dentistry Practice
- Pediatric Practice - General
- Place For Birthday Parties
- Place To Make Art
- Playground
- Preschool
- Recreation Center For Kids
- Restaurant With The Best Children's Menu
- Restaurant With the Best Kids-Eat-Free (or Cheap) Night
- School (Pre-College)
- Shoe Store For Kids
- Toy Store
- Visual Or Performing Arts Camp
- Volunteer Opportunity
- Youth Sports Program
- Media
-
Outdoors
- Bicycle Club Or Group
- Bike Shop
- Canopy/Zip-Line Tour
- Foot Race - 10k And Under
- Hike With A View
- Hiking Club Or Group
- Hiking Trail
- Mountain Bike Race
- Outdoor-Gear Shop
- Outdoor/Adventure Instruction Programs
- Paddle/Kayak/Rafting Equipment Company
- Road Bike Race
- Running Club Or Group
- Ski Resort
- Tennis Court
- Whitewater Trekking/Guide Service
- Personal Services
- Pets
-
Professional & Home Services
- Accountant/CPA
- Alt Energy Sales And Installation
- Architect
- Attorney
- Bike Repair
- Cab Company
- Car Repair
- Computer Repair
- Dry Cleaner
- Electrician
- General Contractor (Residential)
- Graphic Design Firm
- Green Builder
- Heating/Cooling Company
- Home Cleaning Service
- Moving Company
- Oil Change
- Pest Control Service
- Plumber
- Real Estate Agent
- Real Estate Company
- Stone Mason
- Web Development Firm
- Wedding Planner
- Regional: Brevard
- Regional: Burnsville
- Regional: Hendersonville & Flat Rock
- Regional: Hot Springs
- Regional: Marshall & Mars Hill
- Regional: Swannanoa & Black Mountain
- Regional: Sylva & Cullowhee
- Regional: Waynesville
- Regional: Weaverville & Woodfin
-
Shopping
- All-Round Grocery Store
- Antique Store
- Auto Dealer - New
- Auto Dealer - Used
- Automobile Tire Store
- Bed And Mattress Store
- Bookstore - New
- Bookstore - Used
- Budget-Friendly Grocery Store
- Clothing: Consignment Or Vintage
- Clothing: Office (Men's)
- Clothing: Office (Women's)
- Clothing: Rugged Work Wear
- Convenience Store
- Craft & Art Supplies
- Dress-Up/Stylin' Clothes (Men's)
- Dress-Up/Stylin' Clothes (Women's)
- Flea Market
- Florist
- Furniture Store
- Gift Shop
- Grocery For Local Farm Goods And Local Foods
- Hardware Store
- Head Shop
- Health Food Store
- Import/Ethnic Food Store
- Jewelry Store
- Lingerie/Adult Store
- Local Fashion Designer
- Musical Instrument Store
- Pawn Shop
- Picture Framer
- Print Shop
- Record/CD Store
- Shoe Store
- Skateboard Store
- Tobacco Shop
- Used Furniture Store
- Vape Shop
-
Work & Business
- Bank
- Bank Services For Small Business
- Business That Gives Back To The Community
- Business That Improves WNC The Most
- Co-op/Worker-Owned Business
- Credit Union
- Innovative Business
- Mortgage Company
- Most Or Only In Asheville Business
- Nonprofit Organization
- Place To Work
- Support Organization For New Businesses
- Sustainability-Promoting Business
-
Winners
- Categories of directory
-
Arts & Entertainment
- Actor (Male Or Female)
- Ceramics Artist/Potter
- Classical Ensemble
- Comedy Series Or Event
- Comedy Troupe
- Craft School Or Place To Learn A Craft
- Craft-Oriented Gallery
- Creative Writing School Or Organization
- Dance Company
- Favorite All-Round Band
- Fiber Artist
- Glass Artist
- Indoor Fair/Event Selling Art/Crafts
- Jewelry Artist/Designer
- Listening Room
- Local Art Gallery
- Local Author
- Local Band: Acoustic/Folk
- Local Band: Americana/Country
- Local Band: Electronic
- Local Band: Hip-Hop
- Local Band: Jam/Progressive
- Local Band: Jazz
- Local Band: Old-Time/Bluegrass
- Local Band: Pop
- Local Band: Punk
- Local Band: R&B/Blues
- Local Band: Rock
- Local Band: Soul
- Local Busker/Street Performer
- Local DJ (Non-Radio)
- Local Festival To Camp Out At
- Local Filmmaker
- Local Music Festival
- Local Poet
- Local Recording Studio
- Local Singer/Songwriter
- Metal Artist Or Metalworker
- Movie Theater
- Mural Artist
- Outdoor Fair/Event Selling Art/Crafts
- Outdoor Music Venue
- Painter
- Photographer
- Place To Dance
- Place To Hear Live Music
- Place To Take Dance Classes
- Studio Stroll/Driving Tour
- Theater Company
- Trivia Night
- Woodworker
-
Asheville
- Activist Group
- Asheville City Government Accomplishment
- B&B Or Small Boutique Hotel
- Best Thing To Happen To Asheville In The Last 12 Months
- Bumper Sticker
- Cheap Thrill
- Fundraising Event
- Hotel
- List Asheville Made In The Last 12 Months
- Local Asheville Attraction
- Local Attraction Outside Of Asheville
- Local City Tour
- Local Environmental Group
- Local Hero
- Local Politician
- Local Villain
- Neighborhood
- People-Watching Place
- Place To Get Married
- Place To Take Your Eccentric Friends
- Place To Take Your Visiting Family
- Project You'd Like To See Local Government Do
- Reason To Live In Asheville
- Reason To Visit Asheville
- Slogan About Asheville
- Thing Downtown Asheville Needs
- Thing East Asheville Needs
- Thing North Asheville Needs
- Thing South Asheville Needs
- Thing The River Arts District Needs
- Thing West Asheville Needs
-
Drinks
- All-Round Coffee House
- Bar For An Office Party
- Bar For Live Music
- Bar With A View
- Bar With Bar Games
- Bar: Local Beer Selection
- Bar: Unusual Beer Selection
- Bartender
- Beer Store
- Bloody Mary
- Brewmaster
- Cocktails
- Coffee Roaster
- Coffee/Tea House In Which To Read A Book
- Creative, Experimental Brewery
- Dive Bar
- Establishment With The Best Coffee
- Evening Coffee House
- Family/Kid-Friendly Bar
- Favorite Local Beer Event
- Gay Bar
- Homebrewer
- Hotel Bar
- Local All-Round Brewery
- Local Beer (Any Style)
- Local Cidery
- Local Dark Beer
- Local IPA
- Local Winery
- Locals Bar
- Morning Coffee House
- Most Unique Nonalcoholic Drink Menu
- Neighborhood Pub
- Place To Drink Tea
- Scenester/Hipster Bar
- Smoothies/Juices
- Specialty Liquor Selection
- Sports Bar
- Upscale Bar
- Wine Bar
- Wine Store
-
Eats
- Bagel
- Bakery (Bread)
- Bakery (Sweets/Desserts)
- Barbecue
- Best Value
- Biscuits
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Burger
- Burrito
- Business Lunch
- Catering Company
- Chain-Operated
- Cheap Lunch
- Cheesemaker/Cheese Dairy
- Chef
- Chinese
- Chocolate
- Cookies
- Culinary School Or Classes
- Diner/Home-Style
- Donuts
- European
- Favorite Restaurant
- Food Cart
- Food Truck
- French Fries
- Fried Chicken
- Frozen Yogurt/Custard
- Greek
- Green/Sustainability-Friendly Restaurant
- Healthiest Restaurant
- Hot Bar
- Hot Dogs
- Ice Cream
- Indian
- Italian
- Japanese
- Kid-Friendly
- Korean
- Late-Night
- Latin American
- Local Food/Drink Product
- Local-Food Emphasis
- Mexican
- New Restaurant (Opened In The Last 12 Months)
- Other Asian
- Outdoor Dining
- Pasta
- People-Watching
- Pizza
- Pub Grub
- Quick Meal
- Restaurant In Downtown
- Restaurant In East Asheville
- Restaurant In North Asheville
- Restaurant In South Asheville
- Restaurant In The River Arts District
- Restaurant In West Asheville
- Restaurant Still Needed In Asheville
- Restaurant To Take Out-Of-Towners To
- Restaurant Wine List
- Ribs
- Romantic Dining
- Salad
- Seafood
- Service
- Southern
- Special Diet Options (Gluten-Free, Lactose-Free, etc.)
- Splurge Restaurant
- Sub Shop/Deli/Sandwiches
- Sushi
- Taco
- Take-Out
- Thai
- Vegetarian
-
Farm & Garden
- Agriculture-Based Brand/Business
- Community Garden
- Consumer Supported Agriculture (CSA) Farm
- Farm Animal Veterinarian
- Favorite Farm To Visit
- Garden Supply Store
- Homesteading-Supply Shop
- Mulch Supplier
- Nursery (Trees, Shrubs)
- Orchard
- Roadside Farm Stand
- Tailgate/Farmers Market
- Tree/Yard Service
- U-Pick Farm
-
Health & Wellness
- Acupuncturist
- Alternative Healing Center
- Chiropractor
- Dentist
- Doula Service
- Elder Care Facility
- Emergency Room
- Eye Care Specialist/Service
- Family Medical Practice
- Health-Related Nonprofit
- Herbal Healer
- Herbal Supplement Store
- Home Healthcare Agency/Service
- Hospice
- Hospital
- Martial Arts Studio
- Massage Therapist
- Maternity Care Center/Practice
- Meditation/Retreat Center
- Mental Health Center/Services
- Midwifery Services
- Mortuary/Funeral Services
- Pediatrician
- Pharmacy
- Physical Therapist
- Physical Trainer
- Physician
- Pilates Studio/Center/Classes
- Place To Get Medical Care When Under- Or Uninsured
- Place To Work Out
- Psychologist/Counselor
- Weight Management Practice
- Wilderness Therapy Program
- Women's Health Center
- Yoga Studio
- Yoga Teacher
-
Kids
- After-School Program
- Art Education Program
- Balloon Artist/Face Painter
- Best Science/Technology Education Program
- Dance Studio
- Day Camp
- Day Trip For Kids
- Daycare
- Festival For Kids
- Gymnastics Program
- Kid-Friendly Coffee Shop
- Kid-Friendly Yoga Studio
- Kids Entertainer
- Kids' Clothes
- Martial Arts Program
- Museum
- Music Teacher
- Nature Camp
- Outdoor Activity Spot
- Overnight Camp
- Parents Night Out Program
- Pediatric Dentistry Practice
- Pediatric Practice - General
- Place For Birthday Parties
- Place To Make Art
- Playground
- Preschool
- Recreation Center For Kids
- Restaurant With The Best Children's Menu
- Restaurant With the Best Kids-Eat-Free (or Cheap) Night
- School (Pre-College)
- Shoe Store For Kids
- Toy Store
- Visual Or Performing Arts Camp
- Volunteer Opportunity
- Youth Sports Program
- Media
-
Outdoors
- Bicycle Club Or Group
- Bike Shop
- Canopy/Zip-Line Tour
- Foot Race - 10k And Under
- Hike With A View
- Hiking Club Or Group
- Hiking Trail
- Mountain Bike Race
- Outdoor-Gear Shop
- Outdoor/Adventure Instruction Programs
- Paddle/Kayak/Rafting Equipment Company
- Road Bike Race
- Running Club Or Group
- Ski Resort
- Tennis Court
- Whitewater Trekking/Guide Service
- Personal Services
- Pets
-
Professional & Home Services
- Accountant/CPA
- Alt Energy Sales And Installation
- Architect
- Attorney
- Bike Repair
- Cab Company
- Car Repair
- Computer Repair
- Dry Cleaner
- Electrician
- General Contractor (Residential)
- Graphic Design Firm
- Green Builder
- Heating/Cooling Company
- Home Cleaning Service
- Moving Company
- Oil Change
- Pest Control Service
- Plumber
- Real Estate Agent
- Real Estate Company
- Stone Mason
- Web Development Firm
- Wedding Planner
- Regional: Brevard
- Regional: Burnsville
- Regional: Hendersonville & Flat Rock
- Regional: Hot Springs
- Regional: Marshall & Mars Hill
- Regional: Swannanoa & Black Mountain
- Regional: Sylva & Cullowhee
- Regional: Waynesville
- Regional: Weaverville & Woodfin
-
Shopping
- All-Round Grocery Store
- Antique Store
- Auto Dealer - New
- Auto Dealer - Used
- Automobile Tire Store
- Bed And Mattress Store
- Bookstore - New
- Bookstore - Used
- Budget-Friendly Grocery Store
- Clothing: Consignment Or Vintage
- Clothing: Office (Men's)
- Clothing: Office (Women's)
- Clothing: Rugged Work Wear
- Convenience Store
- Craft & Art Supplies
- Dress-Up/Stylin' Clothes (Men's)
- Dress-Up/Stylin' Clothes (Women's)
- Flea Market
- Florist
- Furniture Store
- Gift Shop
- Grocery For Local Farm Goods And Local Foods
- Hardware Store
- Head Shop
- Health Food Store
- Import/Ethnic Food Store
- Jewelry Store
- Lingerie/Adult Store
- Local Fashion Designer
- Musical Instrument Store
- Pawn Shop
- Picture Framer
- Print Shop
- Record/CD Store
- Shoe Store
- Skateboard Store
- Tobacco Shop
- Used Furniture Store
- Vape Shop
-
Work & Business
- Bank
- Bank Services For Small Business
- Business That Gives Back To The Community
- Business That Improves WNC The Most
- Co-op/Worker-Owned Business
- Credit Union
- Innovative Business
- Mortgage Company
- Most Or Only In Asheville Business
- Nonprofit Organization
- Place To Work
- Support Organization For New Businesses
- Sustainability-Promoting Business
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