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Community Partnership for Pets
Montford Community Center
Montford Community Center is now hosting 1 hour Improv Comedy sessions the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month starting at 6:30 pm and invites all adults and children 6 years and older to come and participate in hilarious group activities in a supportive & positive environment that will send you home feeling renewed, refreshed & high on life! Cost is just $1.00, first session is February 8, 6:30 pm at 34 Pearson Drive, Asheville. Contact Kim for more information at 828-253-3714 or montfordr@ashevillenc.gov
Community Partnership for Pets
Every day thousands of animals across North Carolina and the United States are spayed and neutered. Sadly, every day far more are euthanized. Pet overpopulation is a problem we can all solve. Contact Community Partnership for Pets at 828-693-5172 for information about free or low cost spay and neuter options available in your area.
Junior Achievement
Junior Achievement is currently seeking volunteers for this spring’s program calendar. JA offers programs from kindergarten through 12th grade and teaches volunteers on how to utilize the user-friendly materials and work with students. Teachers work side by side with the volunteers at all times. Those interested in volunteering with Junior Achievement or who would like to learn more about supporting the programs should contact JA staff by phone at 828-252-5842 or email jvidotto@jacarolinas.org.
White Horse Black Mountain
February 17, 2012
Let's face it. You have less than a 50/50 chance of successfully serenading your Valentine. On Friday, February 17, sugar-coat your Valentine’s Day weekend with a musical showcase at White Horse Black Mountain. Doors open at 7 PM and the concert will begin at 7:30 PM starring local musicians performing original compositions and love standards. Door prizes will be announced throughout the evening, including a pearl necklace and gift certificates to local businesses. The concert will benefit Black Mountain Pastoral Care & Counseling Center. Suggested donation of $10 per person.
Arc of Buncombe County
February 18, 2012
Stop into FATZ and help support the Arc of Buncombe County. Breakfast includes:L pancakes, sausage links, maple syrup, butter, mixed fruit, coffee, tea, orange juice, or milk. Adult tickets are $7 and children 6 and under eat free (limit one “Free” child per adult ticket). To purchase tickets contact Terry Bellamy, Executive Director at (828) 253-1255 or at MoreAboutTheArc@arcofbc.org. Tickets can also be purchased from any board member.
Percentage Day for Local Firefighter
February 18, 2012
Twenty restaurants will be participating in a "Percentage Day" benefit to raise funds for the Asheville Fallen Firefighters / Shane Mackey Fund. Area restaurants are sponsoring this event on February 16th, 17th and 18th. A percentage of the restaurants profits will be donated to assist Capt. Shane Mackey and his family as he recovers from a blood clot on his spinal cord which on December 7th left him partially paralyzed. Currently, he is undergoing treatment and rehabilitation at the Sheppard Center in Atlanta.
If you would like to help our brother in need, please share in dining out at one of these fine establishments.
Catholic Social Services
February 18th, 2012
Catholic Social Services invites you to attend the Gala for Hope, an evening of dinner, dancing to live music, and silent and live auctions to be held Sat., Feb. 18 at the Crowne Plaza. All funds raised will support the programs and work of Catholic Social Services. For reservations, call 255-0146, ext. 12 or make your reservation at cssnc.org.
Blue Ridge Rollergirls
February 19th, 2012
The 2nd Annual Battle of the Bands to benefit the Blue Ridge Rollergirls will be held Sunday, February 19th at 6pm at the Grey Eagle. 7 bands will play including a range of music from hard-core to hip-hop. Tickets are on sale at thegreyeagle.com or at Flipside on Lexington Avenue. More information can be found at bluerdigerollergirls.com. Find us on Facebook!
Fine Arts Theater
February 23, 2012
Local production company; Rock Creek Productions, is excited to announce the Asheville Premier of their documentary film; "Peace Through Education: Stealing The Light". It will be playing on Thursday, February 23rd, at 7pm at the Fine Arts Theater. Tickets are $10, and can be purchased at The Fine Arts Theater. For more details, please visit www.peacethrougheducationfilm.com
First Baptist Church of Swannanoa
February 25, 2012
A Benefit Concert will be held for Shane Pierce, Sound Technology Director at First Baptist Church of Swannanoa. Shane is in recovery from brain cancer surgery. This February 25th starting at 5PM a Spaghetti Dinner will be served till 6:20. Donations will be taken. Concert will begin at 6:30 till 8pm featuring local Gospel Quartet MEN OF SONG. Come enjoy good food and great music. If you have any questions, please contact the Church office at 828-686-5123.
Azalea Mountain School
February 25, 2012
Azalea Mountain School will host Master Waldorf Teacher Anna Rainville, author of Singing Games for Families, Schools, and Communities for a morning of family games and songs followed by Singing and Dance Workshop in the afternoon. This event is free. Childcare provided for donation. February 25 beginning at 10:30 at the Azalea Mountain School. Contact www.AzaleaMountain.org or 575-2557 for more information.
North Asheville Little League Registration
February 25th, 2012
North Asheville Little league is having Registration for the 2012 Season February 18th and 25th from 9am-2pm. Boys and girls ages 4 to 14 are eligible to play for the Spring Season. Forms are available on-line at NorthAshevilleLittleLeaguedot.com or at the North Asheville Community Center on the days of registration. The North Asheville Community Center is located on Edgewood Rd. next to the firestation.
Big Brothers, Big Sisters
February 25th, 2012
Start Something - Big! Start more high school graduates. More electricians, more nurses. Start more youth on the path to success. It’s Big Brothers, Big Sisters Bowl For Kids Sake, Saturday, February 25th at Star Lanes Bowling Center. All of the funds raised by bowlers are used to match children with a Big Brother or Big Sister and to support hundreds of on-going mentoring relationships. The friendship and guidance provided by Bigs helps children do better in school, at home and in life. Donate to a bowler or start a team at bbbswnc.org
VFW Riders Group
February 25th, 2012
VFW Post 5206 presents The Artimus Pyle Band featuring Legendary Lynyrd Skynyrd Drummer and 2006 Rock & Roll hall of fame inductee Artimus Pyle and the Johnnie Blackwell Band Benefit Concert. The concert is Saturday, February 25 6pm – 11pm. Tickets are $40 Advance and $50 at the door. VFW Hedrick-Rhodes Post 5206 is at 900 N. Main St. Hendersonville, NC 28792. There is limited admission (Only 350 tickets!) For Ticket info call the VFW at 828-693-5930 or call 828-691-6607. Event hosted by the VFW Riders Group.
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The Nature Conservancy
February 27, 2012
The Nature Conservancy's Asheville office is hosting its second Work and Learn Party at the Bat Cave Preserve in Hickory Nut Gorge. Volunteers are sought to help remove invasive species and protect the biodiversity of the preserve. A local expert will teach orienteering skills to the group. Email mtns_volunteers@tnc.org to register or call Becky at 828-350-1431 ext 105. And there is still time to register for the first Work and Learn Party on Tuesday February 14th. The topic is Winter Tree ID.
Western Carolinians for Criminal Justice- Women at Risk Program
February 29th, 2012
Western Carolinians for Criminal Justice and the Women At Risk Program is delighted to partner with Happy Body Pilates, Yoga & Bodywork Studio for the month of February in their Class for a Cause program. Happy Body will donate 20% of the income from Pilates mat and yoga class attendance for the month of February to the Women At Risk Program. For more information please contact Tommy Wilson at 828-252-2485 ext. 113 or email twislon@wccj.org
UNC Asheville
March 1, 2012
UNC Asheville Highsmith Union Gallery will be exhibiting through the month of March "Our Stories, Our Voices", a collaborative community art project that documents the lives and journeys of immigrants in Western NC through a dynamic multimedia experience created by local artists. Opening night March 1st from 7pm-9am at UNCA's Highsmith Union Gallery, the event is free of charge to the public. For more information contact UNCA at 828.251.6991
Open Hearts Art Center
March 3rd, 2012
Trees for Conservation
March 3, 2012
Buncombe County Soil and Water Conservation District’s annual tree sale will be held March 1st-3rd. All non-preorders will be sold on a first come first serve basis beginning March 1st. All proceeds go to soil and water education. Location: Jesse Israel & Sons Nursery at WNC Farmers Market March 1st 12:00pm – 5:00pm. Friday, March 2nd 9:00am – 5:00 pm. Saturday, March 3rd 9:00am – 4:00 pm or until out of stock. Prices: Pine seedling .25 each. Hardwood seedling .75 each. More information call 828-250-4785 or view Newsletter at: ttp://www.buncombecounty.org/common/soil/newsletter.pdf
Mars Hill College Master’s Program
March 6, 2012
Mars Hill College Adult and Graduate Studies will host a drop-in Open House for prospective students in the Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree program on March 6, from 4 until 6 pm in the lobby of Nash Hall on the campus. The Mars Hill College master’s program has a concentration in elementary (K-6) education. For more information about the master’s of education program or the Open House on March 6, contact Mars Hill College Adult and Graduate Studies, 828/689-1166, or email Samantha Fender, Director of Marketing and Admissions, at sfender@mhc.edu. www.mhc.edu 1-866-MHC-4-YOU.
Asheville Catholic School Annual Shamrock Run
March 17th, 2012
The ACS is having their annual fund raiser - the Shamrock Run 10k, 5k & Fun Run on Saturday March 17th at 9am. Please go to www.Ashevilleshamrock.com for details and registration or stop by the Asheville Catholic School Office located at 12 Culvern Street in North Asheville, to pick up a brochure/registration form.
Mission Healthcare Foundation
March 24, 2012
In honor of Colon Cancer Awareness Month, Asheville Gastroenterology is hosting its annual 5K Run/Walk on March 24th. Join us as we spread the word about the importance of colon cancer screening. Proper screening is the most effective way to prevent and cure the nation’s second leading cause of cancer deaths. All proceeds from the event will go to the Mission Healthcare Foundation. Go to www.ashevillegastro.com for more information.
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society
April 21st, 2012
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society has opened registration for this year’s fundraising walk. Walk MS: Asheville is scheduled for Saturday, April 21, in Carrier Park (235 Amboy Rd). Sixty percent of all money raised will go to programs, services and advocacy for Greater Carolinas residents. The rest will support national research to find the cause and cure of MS. In addition to the approx. 3 mile walk, the event will feature a Multiple Sclerosis Wellness Village and kids’ activities. For more information or to register, visit WalkingForMS.org, or call 1-800-FIGHT-MS.
Brother Wolf Animal Rescue
April 22, 2012
Help support Brother Wolf Animal Rescue and their No Kill Shelter and Adoption Center and win a brand new Subaru Forester. Tickets are $100 each and only 500 tickets will be sold. Tickets are available until April 22nd at www.bwar.org or you can stop on down to the adoption center located at 31 Glendale Ave in Asheville.
American Red Cross
April 24, 2012
RSVP now for “Your Volunteer Center for the Second Half of Life.” A volunteer orientation spotlighting the American Red Cross will be offered at the NC Center for Creative Retirement, March 7 and April 24 from 9-11am. Come learn how you can save lives through the Red Cross. If you have ever wanted a backstage pass to a professional theatre production, volunteering with SART is your ticket. To reserve your spot call Patti Cameron at 828-251-6622 or rsvp@landofsky.org
Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity
The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
May 4, 2012
The 4th Annual Cheerwine Golf Tournament will be held on Friday May 4th, 2012 at 10:45am. There is limited space available so you must pre-register and pre-pay by April 20th, 2012. Any questions regarding the tournament, please call Robin Suttles at 828-290-2229 or cgrinder45@morrisbb.net.
Ridgecrest Downhill @ Dawn Half Marathon and Pre-Race Dinner with Jennifer Pharr Davis
June 1st, 2012
This unique Half Marathon will wind it’s way for 13.1 miles around Black Mountain, NC, down the Old Fort Mountain on Old Highway 70 and finish at First Baptist Church, Old Fort, NC. Race Registration is available on iamathelete.com
Join in fellowship on Friday June 1st,for a Pre-Race catered buffet with inspirational speaker Jennifer Pharr Davis, the current Overall Record holder for thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail. For more Information on the Downhill @ Dawn Race, catered buffet and speaker event, visit the detailed homepage: (http://ridgecrestconferencecenter.org/event/downhilldawn)
Buncombe County School System
August 31st, 2012
The Buncombe County School system is announcing kindergarten registration dates for all schools. Parents of rising kindergarteners are encouraged to contact the school that their child will attend and make a registration appointment. A child must turn 5 years old on or before August 31st of the current school year in order to be eligible to enroll. Entering first graders must be 6 years old by October 16. Please visit www.buncombe.k12.nc.us for inquiries.
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