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St James School For Little Folks To Close

January 26, 2020 Comments Off on St James School For Little Folks To Close

It is with great sadness and regret that the Vestry of St. James Episcopal Church in Hendersonville announces the imminent closure of the St. James School for Little Folks. The difficult decision to close the preschool was made after a continuing pattern of declining enrollment and increased costs demonstrated that the school operation was not sustainable.

STARBUCKS HOLDS SUPPLY DRIVE FOR ESTHER NEONATAL KITTEN ALLIANCE

January 25, 2020 Comments Off on STARBUCKS HOLDS SUPPLY DRIVE FOR ESTHER NEONATAL KITTEN ALLIANCE

For the month of February, Starbucks located at 1378 Hendersonville Road in Asheville will be accepting donations of kitten supplies such as wet and dry kitten food, kitten formula, unscented non-clumping litter, unscented alcohol-free baby wipes, cozy cat beds, and fleece blankets. The donations will benefit Esther Neonatal Kitten Alliance, a new local nonprofit dedicated to providing care and rescue to orphaned newborn kittens.

Flamenco Vivo at the Wortham Center Feb 14-15 2020

January 23, 2020 Comments Off on Flamenco Vivo at the Wortham Center Feb 14-15 2020

The Wortham Center for the Performing Arts welcomes Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana, America’s premier Spanish dance company, to its main stage in Diana Wortham Theatre for two evenings of colorful dance, music and culture, starting at 8 p.m. on both Friday, Feb. 14 and Saturday, Feb. 15.

Aquila Theatre Returns to Wortham Center for 1984, The Odyssey

January 21, 2020 Comments Off on Aquila Theatre Returns to Wortham Center for 1984, The Odyssey

New York City-based Aquila Theatre returns to the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts with two exciting classics for the stage: George Orwell’s “1984,” at 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31 and Homer’s “The Odyssey” at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1. Renowned for its laser-sharp direction and skilled interpretations, Aquila Theatre has grown an impressive Asheville fanbase by offering a new selection of classics each season in the company’s signature “two plays in two days” tradition, wowing audiences at the Wortham Center with the versatility of both its clever staging and its actors.

Local Nonprofit Reaches 10,000 People in 12 months, Capping Biggest Year Ever

January 16, 2020 Comments Off on Local Nonprofit Reaches 10,000 People in 12 months, Capping Biggest Year Ever

The POP Project’s “10 for 10” book giving campaign was a complete success.

Carter Street Parking Reopened Downtown Asheville

December 6, 2019 Comments Off on Carter Street Parking Reopened Downtown Asheville

Narvel James Crawford is pleased to announce the reopening of Carter Street Parking in downtown Asheville. Crawford is an Asheville native of 90 years. Jim, as he is known to his friends, has owned and operated parking around the western end of downtown Asheville for many years. His mother, Thyma Phillips Crawford, a legal stenographer who once worked for F. Scott Fitzgerald, ran the parking lots before him.

Holiday Pop-up Series at Firestorm Announces Artist Lineup for 2019

December 4, 2019 Comments Off on Holiday Pop-up Series at Firestorm Announces Artist Lineup for 2019

Since opening on Haywood Road in 2015, Firestorm Books & Coffee has hosted an annual holiday craft pop-up in mid-December. These events have given a platform to emerging artists and offered holiday shoppers an opportunity to find something affordable and unique. This year, Firestorm will host three pop-ups, each featuring the work of at least six artists. A portion of each sale will underwrite social movement space and the co-operative’s grassroots community programming in 2020.

Uncommon Market Holiday 5th Year in Asheville

December 2, 2019 Comments Off on Uncommon Market Holiday 5th Year in Asheville

Uncommon Market Asheville is pleased to be hosting their 5th annual Holiday Market @ the WNC Ag Center on Saturday, 12/14 from 9 am - 4 pm and Sunday, 12/15 from 10 am - 4 pm. Admission is $5 for adults (good for both days) & kids are FREE. Service dogs are welcome.

Beverly-Hanks Recognized at the AFP WNC National Philanthropy Day Celebration

November 22, 2019 Comments Off on Beverly-Hanks Recognized at the AFP WNC National Philanthropy Day Celebration

The Association of Fundraising Professionals Western North Carolina Chapter held a lunch at Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 in celebration of National Philanthropy Day. Among the Outstanding Honorees recognized at the luncheon was Beverly-Hanks, REALTORSⓇ, who was named the Outstanding Business in Philanthropy for 2019.

Sweet Dreams, Full Plates Serves Up Record Donation

October 18, 2019 Comments Off on Sweet Dreams, Full Plates Serves Up Record Donation

Turning down services has never tasted so sweet. The third annual Sweet Dreams, Full Plates campaign set a new record this year – donating an incredible $59,100 dollars in September to support MANNA FoodBank’s mission. “MANNA FoodBank is overwhelmed with gratitude,” said Mary Nesbitt, Chief Development Officer. “Their incredible efforts that involved all levels of staff in area hotels will provide thousands of meals for those who did not know where their next meal was coming from.”