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The power of partnerships: Children First/CIS works with local agencies to find a family a home
“Bobby’s story highlights the spectrum of housing experiences that many families travel — homelessness, doubling up and public housing. This instability impacts families’ health, the ability to secure work and children’s academic success.”
Two women plan Asheville stop on cross-country bike tour and fundraiser
Two women bicycling across the country — from Maine to Seattle — will be making a pitstop in Asheville this weekend, giving a short presentation on their cause at both Sunday morning Jubilee! services.
ASAP holds its Community Supported Agriculture Fair this Thursday
Beginning at 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, residents will get to shake hands with the growers responsible for the region’s farm-to-table cuisine, learning more about CSA programs and products. Afterward, fairgoers will gather at Early Girl Eatery for a buffet-style dinner of small portion local foods.
The history, culture and observance of Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa is a time for remembrance of ancestors. Learn more about the holiday and its traditions and join in the celebration at Jubilee! on Thursday, Dec. 27.
This weekend on a shoestring
The weather’s getting nippy, but it’s still a great time to get out and check out some events that won’t break the (piggy) bank. From winter gardening and holiday shopping to local authors and uplifting musical performances, this weekend’s got everything you need to lure you out of the house on the cheap. And as always, leave us a comment if you’ve got any more low-cost events you’d like to share.
Alt-spirits of the season: Gerhard and Mize
Last night’s quiet performance at Jubilee! on Wall Street was quite removed from the splashy Warren Haynes Christmas Jam at the Civic Center, as it exhibited the alternative, silent-night version of the holiday season in downtown Asheville.
