Super Summer: Kids Issue Part 2
Volume
25
/ Issue 35
Cover Design Credit:
Scott SouthwickCover Photography Credit:
Courtesy of Camp Cedar Cliff
In Part II of Xpress’ annual Kids Issues, we present even more super-powered art and writing from area students — plus extensive listings for area summer camps, along with a plethora of other kid-focused content.
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Asheville Creative Arts debuts its latest original production
On Friday, April 19, ACA will debut The Warp & The Weft at Magnetic 375.Kids Issues 2019: 24-hour superpowers!
In Part II of Xpress’ annual Kids Issues, we present even more superpowered art and writing from area students — plus extensive listings for area summer camps, along with a…WCU’s Spring Literary Festival offers inspiration across genres
Now in its 17th iteration, the three-day event also brings poets A Van Jordan and Ricardo Nazario y Colón, novelists Marilynne Robinson and Silas House, nonfiction authors Cristina Henriquez and…Drunken Prayer debuts a new album with a local show
With the benefit of hindsight, each of Drunken Prayer’s previous albums seems like a step on the road to making Cordelia Elsewhere; the record adds up to a showcase of…Smart Bets: Magenta Sunshine
David Einzig's folk/soul ensemble concludes its monthlong Ben's Tune Up residency on March 20 and 27.Kia Rice carves space for R&B and gospel in the Asheville music scene
When she celebrates the release of a new video for her song “Clapback” on Thursday, March 21, Virtuous will take the stage at The Social on Tunnel Road.Smart Bets: Joshua Carpenter, Sun Studies, Emily Easterly & J Seger
The four North Carolina indie rockers play The Mothlight on March 25.Theater review: ‘Action Movie: The Play’ at The Magnetic Theatre
It may not have the subtlety and wit of “Saturday Night Live” sketches, which it resembles, but Action Move: The Play, written by Chicago-based playwrights Joe Faust and Richard Ragsdale,…Smart Bets: Damon Sumner
The comedian headlines an all-Atlanta show on March 23 at LaZoom Room.Smart Bets: Nasty Woman and Bad Hombre Art Show
The fundraiser for Planned Parenthood South Atlantic takes place March 23 at Wedge Brewing Co.’s Foundation space.food
New ramen restaurants are coming to Asheville
One shop is slated to open in West Asheville in April and another downtown this summer with more on the horizon.Carolina Beer Guy: Transylvania County establishes its own brewing identity
Four breweries and a bottle shop add to the Brevard area's local and tourist appeal.Transylvania County symposium explores creative solutions for food waste
Moving to Conservers is partnering with local farms, breweries and organizations to connect food waste producers with businesses and individuals who can put scraps to good use.Small bites: Asheville Drag Brunch launches
Asheville Drag Brunch is new monthly series raising funds for local nonprofits. Also: The Block Off Biltmore hosts a vegan dessert fundraiser, Ginger's Revenge hosts an oyster dinner, Manicomio Pizza…living
Asheville GreenWorks hosts inaugural tree giveaway
Hundreds of native tree varieties, including pawpaws, maples, oaks, river birches, sourwoods and more, will be up for grabs at the March 30 event.movies
Screen scene: Local film news
UNCA hosts its ninth Human Rights Film Festival and the Grail screens a documentary on childhood toxic stress.news
Asheville Archives: Polio outbreak delays the city’s third annual soap box derby, 1948
In summer 1948, a polio outbreak led to the closure of local theaters, churches and civic gatherings, including the third annual soap box derby.Have another
ASHEVILLE, N.C.Local pastor’s new book targets bullying
Nationwide, between a quarter and a third of U.S. students have been bullied at school, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and most bullying happens in…N.C. Arboretum receives $1 million grant for statewide outreach
The N.C. GlaxoSmithKline Foundation donated $1 million to The North Carolina Arboretum with the intent to expand Project ecoEXPLORE from 23 WNC counties to all 100 counties across the state.…Biz briefs: Spring WNC Career Expo set for April 11
What are you waiting for? Turn your side hustle into a budding business with a $5,000 micro grant from community donors coordinated by Venture Asheville. Applications are due April 1,…New guide highlights how family-friendly policies benefit employers
Kit Cramer, president and CEO of the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce, is sold on the business benefits of family-friendly workplace policies, and other area businesses are getting on board.…News briefs: Mayor Esther Manheimer to hold gerrymandering press conference
In conjunction with Buncombe County voters and members of Raleigh-based lobbying group Common Cause North Carolina, the mayor will discuss how gerrymandering splits Asheville voters and advocate for nonpartisan districting…Biltmore Ave. hotel clears Council after earlier opposition
Mayor Esther Manheimer pointed to the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority's recent commitment to long-term planning around hotel occupancy taxes as a key factor in her support for the project.…Budget outlook challenges Council at annual retreat
“This may hurt some feelings, but you can no longer operate the city of Asheville like it’s the Oprah Winfrey talk show, where you get a car and you get…opinion
Letter: Fear of ganja
"Whether people use or care about the use of cannabis products for entertainment and enjoyment, it’s helpful to see how less frantic, media-controlled people live with its existence."Letter: In defense of expert movie reviews
"Why should we continue to gain our astrological insight from the heavy-handed authority of Rob Brezsny?"Letter: Help expand local students’ horizons
"This amazing trip is a huge undertaking for teachers and staff, but it is a labor of love, one that the school community embraces and feels is a necessary learning…Local News Puzzle Page
ASHEVILLE, N.C.Generations of failure: A plea to reform Asheville City Schools
"Oversight in this kind of system — where the board is appointed by a body with no regulatory authority, in a process closed to school employees, families and the community…Ready for Takeoff
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