AB-Tech
Through August 26, 2010
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College will conduct a Western North Carolina Job Fiar on Thursday, August 26th from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on the second floor of the Haynes Conference Center on the AB-Tech Enka campus. Congressman Heath Shuler is co-hosting the event, along with JOBLINK, the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce and Advantage West. More than 50 businesses will be in attendance. For more information, call 252-1651 or visit www.shuler.house.gov
Bret Chandler Poker Run
Through August 28, 2010
There will be a benefit poker run to help the Chandler family of Buncombe County. Bret Chandler is in the final stages of Lou Gehrig’s disease. The family also has an eight-year old son with Tublar Scoliosis, which prevents the boy’s mother from working. The Poker run takes place at Skylanes Bowling at 1477 Patton Avenue in Asheville on Saturday, August 28th, between 11-3. Cost is 10 dollars per person. There will be a 50/50 raffle, Bar-b-que plates and other fundraising associated with this effort. For More information, contact Andrea Monroe at Skylanes at 252-2269.
Enka/Candler Fire Dept. Auxiliary
Through August 28, 2010
The Enka/Candler Fire Dept Auxiliary is having a Poor Man's Supper; on Saturday, August 28th. from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The menu is Pinto Beans, Coleslaw, Mac and Cheese, Drinks and Desserts. Come out and help us raise money for the Auxiliary to support the Firefighters.
Donations are appreciated. You can contact the Fire Dept for details
at 828-667-0798.
First Baptist Church of Black Mountain
Through August 28, 2010
First Baptist Church in Black Mountain is hosting a Gospel Singing on Saturday, August 28th on the front lawn of the church. The concert starts at 6 p.m. The LAND OF THE SKY BOYS from Asheville will be performing. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and prepare to have a great time. The church is located at 130 Montreat Road in Black Mountain. For more information, contact Judy Grogan at jbgrogan@bellsouth.net or call 669-7962.
Mastering Challenges in Life
Through August 29, 2010
Do you want to master your fears and learn to not only survive—but thrive—in a changing world? Whatever your religious or spiritual background, learn techniques and tools to help you unravel the hidden mysteries of life. You are invited to find out more at a special weekend seminar: “Spiritual Tools for Mastering Life’s Challenges,” August 27th‐29th at Asheville’s Crowne Plaza Hotel. Participate in workshops, hear compelling speakers and uplifting musical performances! Connect with your own inner wisdom. Visit us on the web: masteringchallengesinlife.com or call 800-609-0250 for more information.
Joyful Noise
Through Sept. 6, 2010
Joyful Noise Community Music and Art Center is announcing new class offerings for fall 2010 and a new location in South Asheville. Group classes for children and adults start in September with beginning guitar, beginning songwriting, percussion, Appalachian jamming, visual arts, drama, and chamber music. Joyful Noise is also accepting students for private lessons on violin, viola, cello, fiddle, piano, guitar, dobro, pedal steel, percussion, and voice. Joyful Noise is a non-profit organization based in Weaverville with satellite locations in Marshall and South Asheville. Joyful Noise also provides on-site programs for homeschoolers and community groups. For more information please visit www.joyfulnoisecenter.org or call 828-649-2828.
Cliffs Valley Wellness Center
Through Sept. 24, 2010
The Cliffs’ 2nd annual NCAA Tennis Classic will take place Friday through Sunday, September 24-26th at the Cliffs Valley Wellness Cneter. All proceeds from the tournament will help fund the Cliffs Residents Outreach, a volunteer-driven, not for profit agency which provides food, clothing and medical care and shelter to the children and their families in neighboring communities. For more information contact Ernie Cloer at 864-660-1180.
Henderson County Travel and Tourism
Through September 25, 2010
The British Car Club of Western North Carolina will hold a car show on Saturday, September 25th from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Jackson Park in Hendersonville. The show will benefit Meals on Wheels. The event will take place rain or shine. Registration is 20 dollars per car. The British Car Club of Western North Carolina has donated 20-thousand dollars to local charities over the past ten years. For more information call 329-6786 or go to www.autumninthemountains.org
Chain-Free Asheville
Through September 30, 2010
The City of Asheville has adopted a law making it illegal to have dogs chained or tethered. Chain Free Asheville is a local non-profit organization which builds fences for dogs if owners aren’t able to afford to pay for a fence themselves. Donations and volunteers are still urgently needed. For more information contact www.chainfreeAsheville.org or email peggyfordogs@aol.com
MadisonCounty Farmers Market
Through September 30, 2010
Madison County Farmers Market on the Campus of Mars Hill College is held every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There is a wide selection of local produce, grassfed beef, seafood, breads, jams, cheese, artisan crafts and much more.
Pisgah High Reunion
Through October 22, 2010
Pisgah High School class of 1985 will have it’s 25th reunion on October 22nd and 23rd. If you’re a graduate of Pisgah High from 1985 and want to take part, please contact Thomas Warrant at 866-899-6751 or email tom.warren@littleriverenterprises.com
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