Attend Haywood Ice Fest to Enjoy the Arctic Blast
The Haywood Ice Fest from January 30 to February 2 features a Cool Jazz concert with Alfredo Rodriguez, ice carving, skiing at Cataloochee, and cozy treats in downtown Waynesville, along with birding walks and ice fishing for a fun-filled winter weekend.
Live Music & Community Spirit: Zuma Coffee’s Recovery Fundraiser Event
The Zuma Coffee Recovery Fundraiser on January 31 will feature live music from various artists to support storm repairs and the reopening of Zuma Coffee Provisions, which suffered severe flooding from Hurricane Helene, with net proceeds going towards restoration efforts.
Heroes Among Us: Silverados Shines
Many nonprofit relief groups have grown from the floods, and one shining example is Valley Strong Disaster Relief, working out of the old Silverados music venue, offering drive through service for warm food and supplies.
Hendersonville Fire Department Honors Outstanding Members at Annual Awards Ceremony
The Hendersonville Fire Department honored Firefighter John Perez as Firefighter of the Year and Battalion Chief Dustin Nicholson as Officer of the Year during an awards ceremony that celebrated their exceptional contributions and commitment to community service.
Positive Role Models Empower Asheville Youth
KL Training Solutions seeks to take a stand and make a positive change in the lives of students.
Celebrating Girl Scouts in Western North Carolina: Empowering Girls, Strengthening Communities
Girl Scouts in Western North Carolina celebrate Founder’s Day by empowering girls through life skills and community impact, highlighted by their annual cookie sale. This program teaches entrepreneurship while providing funding for various experiences. With a focus on personal growth and resilience, the organization supports girls' development and community recovery efforts.
The Gift of Believing in Tomorrow
After seeing photos of what Hurricane Helene did to Swannanoa, Ben and Pete Rotteveel of the Netherlands company Dutch Grown gifted about 10,000 bulbs for planting in the Grovemont Park area of Swannanoa. In the Dutch tradition, they believed that planting a lovely community garden would give Western North Carolinians hope for a brighter future.
Samaritan’s Purse Continues To Respond
Building and repairing houses, as well as replacing manufactured homes in North Carolina and Tennessee, is a current priority.
New Years Eve Events and Extravaganzas
Whether you're looking for family fun or an elegant "night to remember" for New Years Eve, the Asheville and Hendersonville areas have something for everyone and in every price range, including free. From causal to dress up, including the 1920s or a Maquarade Ball, to Celtic (with perhaps a few pirates and wenches), to an Abba tribute band stage show with the Asheville Symphony.
NC Nonprofit Ensures Christmas Comes to Weaverville
The Rewritten Story Foundation provided $20,000 of toys and supplies for WNC families at an event at the Weaverville Community Center.