Dasha Morgan
Upcoming Herb and Bread Festivals Attract Foodies from Far and Near
Two incredible festivals are to be held over the weekend of April 25,26,and 27: The Spring Herb Festival and the Asheville Bread Festival. The addition of these herbs or breads to a meal will enhance the dining experience to a gourmet level.
Earth Day 2025 Emphasizes Conservation and Community Engagement in W. North Carolina
Bee City USA encourages protecting pollinators during Earth Week, advocating for native flowers and natural habitats, while Asheville launches a Butterfly Trail to raise awareness about the importance of these vital creatures.
Biltmore Hosts a Rare Look at King Tut
By showcasing meticulously detailed replicas from King Tut's tomb in Egypt, a visitor's eyes are opened to an ancient civilization beyond imagination.
“Empty Bowls” Benefits Flat Rock Backpack Program
This year approximately 130 children receive the backpacks, filled with nutritious food, to take home for the weekend.
Three Generations of Professional Decorating Expertise
Merrell Paint and Decorating opened the first store in 1988 and thinks highly of Benjamin Moore Paints and has every conceivable paint color swatch from which to choose.
An Epic Drama: The Lehman Trilogy
The North Carolina Stage Company will present "The Lehman Trilogy," directed by Charlie Flynn-McIver, from March 13 to April 6, 2025, featuring acclaimed actors and exploring the rise and fall of Lehman Brothers in American capitalism.
Intimate Chamber Music at Brevard Davidson River Presbyterian Church
The Brevard Philharmonic will present “Chamber Strings” on March 9, 2025, at Brevard Davidson River Presbyterian Church, featuring 15 string players under Artistic Director James C. Fellenbaum. The program includes works by Mendelssohn, Sibelius, and Florence Price, along with American melodies. Upcoming concerts include Cirque de la Symphonie on March 29 and American composers on May 18.
Navigating the New Era of Lighting: How Shealy Electric Adapts to Changing Trend
Customers come from far and wide to choose their lighting and get advice from Catherine Sinclair.
How the Justice Family Is Overcoming Disaster to Reopen Their Llama Farm
The Justice family is making significant progress in rebuilding the Ellaberry Llama Farm, which suffered severe damage from flooding last September. They anticipate reopening this summer, with a new, centralized facility for educational activities, animal stalls, and more. Community support has been instrumental in their recovery, and the family looks forward to welcoming visitors back to their farm, home to 27 llamas and three alpacas.
Count Birds, Save Birds: The Importance of This Year’s Bird Count
The Great Backyard Bird Count, occurring from February 14th to 17th, invites participants globally to watch and count birds for at least fifteen minutes, reporting findings to birdcount.org. Initiated by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, the count helps scientists track bird populations before migration. Resources like the free Merlin Bird ID app assist participants in identifying species.