The author events take place at Warren Wilson College from Wednesday, July 5, through Friday, July 14.
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Local businesses aim to make clothing more sustainable
Industry studies show consumers are growing tired of fast, disposable fashion. In addition to a greater awareness of where clothes come from and the impact of their production, a new interest in extending the life of clothing or reusing materials to create new garments is fueling a resurgence of sewing skills in this region and around the country.
Conscious party: FEAST on the FARM
Admission to an upcoming barbecue benefiting FEAST includes unlimited servings of pulled pork (raised on the same pasture hosting the event), collard greens, salad greens, barbecue tofu, baked beans, corn bread, and sweet and unsweet tea. The event takes place at the Warren Wilson College Farm on Wednesday, March 29.
Letter writer: Remembering a dedicated teacher
“Known by all simply as Casey, he was in many ways the soul of the college, somebody who embraced its values —the values of a deeply examined life, clear thinking, hard work, social justice and environmental stewardship.”
Commissioners unanimously agree to support prison diversion, community investment programs
The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners gave unanimous approval to a number of projects, including investing in at-risk communities and pool renovations for Warren Wilson College, during its meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 22.
Conscious party: WNC Solidarity Concert Series
Music educator Jason DeCristofaro has planned a dozen benefit concerts to support various nonprofits. The next event takes place at The BLOCK off Biltmore on Sunday, Feb. 26, and features the Richard Shulman Quartet and Dan Keller Quartet.
Home plates: Asheville restaurants set the table with locally crafted ceramics
Restaurateurs have long supported neighborhood artisans by enlisting them to create their signage and décor. But the ceramic vessels that hold Asheville’s locally sourced works of culinary art have largely remained standard-issue, industrially produced dinnerware. While many chefs would undoubtedly prefer to present their fare on unique, handcrafted dishes, there are plenty of reasons — […]
Music as medicine at local long-term care facilities
The therapeutic power of music has been evident for centuries. But now music therapy is catching on in modern society and the use of music is proving to be particularly helpful in patients with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.
Warren Wilson College president announces resignation
Press release from Warren Wilson College: Steven L. Solnick is stepping down from his post as Warren Wilson College’s seventh president to become the newest leader of The Calhoun School, an independent day school in New York City. Solnick, who assumed the presidency in July of 2012, will remain with the College until June 30, […]
Asheville Art Talk: Lara Nguyen brings “Bower Power” to The Refinery
In 2011, Lara Nguyen began teaching at Warren Wilson College. She works in a number of mediums that include painting, drawing and performance-based and installation art. More recently she’s added murals to her repertoire.
Horse power: Using draft animals in the 21st century
While tractors and mechanized farm equipment have now largely replaced draft animals, a small but passionate contingent of farmers in Western North Carolina continues to rely on them to help with the daily work around their farms and as a source of extra income at times.
Board of Adjustment gives go-ahead to 224-unit apartment complex, Warren Wilson College expansion
The Buncombe County Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use permit for a 224-unit apartment complex in Weaverville. Nearby residents voiced a variety of concerns, but the developer has promised to work with residents on those issues.
The 35th International Calligraphy Conference comes to Swannanoa
The art of calligraphy takes center stage at a local event, on the campus of Warren Wilson College, from Saturday, June 25 to Sunday, July 2. There, approximately 275 participants will explore the art form.
Letter writer: Park deserves credit for Old Farmer’s Ball
“Fred Park, not I, was the founder of this long-standing popular event, and he deserves credit for it.”
Letter writer: Swap nuggets for lentils to become ‘Fit City’
“Fast food is cheap because it’s subsidized by the Department of Agriculture.”
Cross-disciplinary festival photo+craft launches in Asheville
The numerous exhibits and activities scattered over four days are all a piece of the dialog, though organizer Eric Baden says it will be worthwhile to participate in any or all of photo+craft’s many facets.
Mayor of Bentol, Liberia to speak at Warren Wilson on International Women’s Day
An international panel, led by Mayor Christine Tolbert-Norman of Bentol, Liberia, will discuss the status of women worldwide in a celebration of International Women’s Day at Warren Wilson College on Monday, March 7.
Smart bets: Marisol
Warren Wilson Theatre’s Not Suitable for Children season continues with an end-of-the-universe tale at Kittredge Theatre on Thursday to Sunday, March 3-6.
Faces in the crowd: WNC crowdfunding initiatives
Each week, Xpress highlights notable WNC crowdsourcing initiatives that may inspire readers to become new faces in the crowd. This week features a new EP by quartet Whym (formerly The Friendly Beasts) and an organizational hub for all things creative writing.
Screen scene: Local film news
Amazon Studios to produce comedy series staring Warren Wilson alum, GiddyUP Film Tour stops at The Orange Peel and Tellico’s Southern Songs and Stories event is rescheduled.
Letter writer: Stereotyping WNC newcomers is insulting
“To paint all people not native to this area with the proverbial broad brush is insulting and narrow-minded.”