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letters The Term “conspiracy Theory” is a conspiracy This is in response to Jim MacKenzie’s letter concerning the illicit “Illuminati” insert that was placed in some copies of the Mountain Xpress weeks ago.

I do not condone the placing of these inserts in the Xpress without permission, and I did not see one. MacKenzie’s letter, however, elicits a response.

Whenever I see someone seriously using “conspiracy theorist” as a descriptive term, it reminds me of Pavlov’s dog. When a certain stimulus is experienced, the subject has a predictable response based on prior conditioning. We’ve been so conditioned to think “conspiracy theory” any time someone asserts that something unsavory has gone on behind closed doors; we’re like Pavlov’s dog without even realizing that such a reaction has been intentionally implanted.

The fact is that conspiracies are as common as the rain — they’re one of the most common charges brought by district attorneys. It’s only when we hear about conspiracies that come from the seats of power that the mental conditioning kicks in and we think “conspiracy theory.”

In this sense, our unconscious definition of conspiracy theory has a lot in common with what Joseph Goebbels called “The Big Lie.” He correctly observed that people will see through small lies, but if the lie is big enough, they will fail to believe that their leaders and authority figures would perpetrate such a lie. Hence the reason that it’s a lot easier to get away with a big lie. The common

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people will simply not believe that it’s a lie, and people who point out all the evidence of it being a big lie will be called “conspiracy theorists.” It’s an interesting case of mass psychology and mental conditioning.

As the best example in recent times, the objective evidence is overwhelming that the events of 9/11 were staged as a result of a very powerful and pervasive conspiracy. In the immediate aftermath, the big lie — that 9/11 was carried out by 19 crazed Muslim fanatics — was repeated over and over and over again so that the people came to believe it in spite of overwhelming evidence to the contrary.

So, for most people who are incapable of objectively examining that evidence, when they hear others talking about it, they automatically think “he’s a conspiracy theorist.” It’s a psychological mechanism for the protection of our existing belief system.

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Breeders aren’T To Blame I'd like to rebut an argument I've read in your paper, one that I hear often from animal rights people [“What About All the Other Animals?,” July 4 Xpress]. That argument is: If people stopped breeding purebred dogs, everyone who is now buying puppies from them would get a dog from the shelter instead.

Not so. For most of my life I raised and showed dogs, stopping only when age made me realize I was producing dogs that might outlive me. My dogs were health checked before breeding and I screened my buyers before letting a puppy go. During those years my puppy buyers fell into two categories: Other show exhibitors who wanted a new dog to show. (They already owned several well-cared-for animals. If they could not have gotten a dog from me, they certainly would not have gone to the shelter for one. And pet buyers referred to me by veterinarians and kennel clubs. (These people specifically said they were not in the market for a shelter dog, they wanted a puppy that had a known pedigree and that came with a health guarantee.)

I think getting a pet from the shelter is fine; I know many people who have done so successfully. But responsible breeders of purebred dogs are not the cause of the shelter dogs.

They more often come from people who let their pets breed indiscriminately and people who get pets without preparing themselves for the work involved, then dump the dog at the shelter.

— Jaimie Mulvey Asheville

asheville Wrecked TransiT I did not know Route 170 had two separate vehicles.

Asheville Redefines Transit gives no indication on the schedule that there are two vehicles for the same route. I've used Asheville Transit since 2003 and I've never heard of them doing such a thing. This could have easily been indicated on the timetable schedule, but it wasn't.

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GoodBye, mackensy We Bid fond fareWell To our food WriTer of The pasT TWo years Gannett made her an offer she couldn’t refuse.

The corporate newspaper chain will be launching a new weekly product soon, with former Verve editor Jess McCuan at the helm. McCuan and Asheville CitizenTimes publisher Randy Hammer have recruited Xpress food writer Mackensy Lunsford to play an active role in the publication.

We are proud of Lunsford and the work she’s done in the more than two years that she’s been our full-time food writer. Before that, she was a contributing food writer for several years, leaving to start her own restaurant and then rejoining to help revamp the food section. Most recently, she earned first place in the national Association of Alternative Newsweeklies contest for food writing in our circulation bracket. She has been a tremendous asset to our publication, and we wish her the best.

“It’s been an amazing ride,” Lunsford says. “I can’t say enough about the wonderful and creative staff of Xpress and our supportive readers. Thanks for reading and be nice to the new guy (or gal as the case may be).”

Lunsford will be leaving Xpress by the end of July. In the meantime, we’ll be looking for another full-time food writer, as well as some freelance writers, with similar zeal, smarts and creativity. — Rebecca Sulock

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As for east Asheville routes being at least 15 minutes off schedule or not showing up at all? Why is there still a need to work on improving these routes after this new bus plan was implemented?

This should have been done way before. I can't take the bus to get groceries because I have no way of knowing when it arrives.

I hate to tell you this, Yuri [Koslen], but this new system is awful and extremely unreliable. [Koslen is the transit projects coordinator for the city of Asheville.]

As for the S4 route, there is simply no excuse for this. I was there at 9:35. The bus was supposed to arrive/leave the terminal at 9:40. I waited until 9:55, the bus never showed up, and I missed a very important appointment. What is wrong with these buses? Were the drivers not trained to follow these new routes?

I'll bet they're under so much stress from this situation that they don't give a shit about following the schedule and I don't blame them.

I need a way to get to the grocery store. My so-called friends/ family don't give a shit whether I get to the grocery store or not; I can't drive because I have seizures, so I guess I'm supposed to starve to death. Please help!

— David Hall Asheville

loTs of vacaTion Time?

The BID program proposes a staff of 14 employees to cover the downtown business district. What will these 14 employees be doing the three to four winter months when there are few visitors to Asheville downtown? In addition to the slack time in winter, during the rest of the year downtown is busy from Wednesday through Saturday. The rest of the week the downtown area is pretty empty of tourists and local visitors.

Can't the city achieve the same results as the BID proposes by hiring three to four additional staff members without the excessive costs that the current proposal entails?

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doWn and ouT in aisle one Last year, we Ashevilleans saw the corporate takeover of our beloved Greenlife. While some seem to not mind the change, many of us disliked the lowered quality and diminished local options and ran away to Earth Fare.

Well, now we are facing an even worse corporate takeover of Earth Fare. Talk about dark, deep holes!

We, the customers, seem to have no value to the new owners.

Oak Hill Partners saw a company that was in obviously good financial standing with a solid customer base, making a fair amount of money.

Instead of making what was good better, they are stomping the life out of it.

I personally usually spend $120 a week at Earth Fare. This week, I spent $37. My partner usually spends another additional $40-50 a week, and she just simply refuses to even walk in the door.

Given the quality of what they are offering, I may as well go to Ingles. Thank the farmers for the farmers market, but they aren't year-round. But I will be spending more money on gas to get to a variety of different places when I used to be able to pick up much of what I needed at one store three miles from home.

In a city that prides itself on good food, we no longer have a single grocery store that represents us, the customer. The French Broad Food Co-op is great, but often prices are high and the selection limited. This presents a great opportunity for them to expand, if they have the resources necessary. It is a sad day in Asheville.

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Editor’s note: For the first two installments of this continuing saga, see “Seely’s Castle, an Asheville Wonder” (May 9 Xpress) and “Buying Seely’s Castle” (June 20).

The first question people would ask when they heard about my acquiring Seely’s Castle was “What’s it like living in that place?”

The answer was, “Actually we just camp out.”

Although I was beginning to have some success in business, I never had the wherewithal to renovate and furnish this architectural wonder in the style that it deserved. We therefore furnished the castle with old attic, early Sears, Roebuck and fortuitous junkyard acquisitions.

The entry was through a huge, properly medieval-looking oak-and-iron front door.

You were immediately struck by the vastness of the immense round foyer, with a 20-foot ceiling and two stories of beautiful leaded windows providing a breathtaking southern view of the mountains, downtown and Tunnel Road by day and the city lights at night.

We made the centerpiece of this room a pre-Civil War bell I’d salvaged many years before. When people admired it I would offer it to them — provided they could lug this 600pound hunk of brass to their car.

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you Were immediaTely sTruck By The vasTness of The immense round foyer, WiTh a 20-fooT ceilinG and TWo sTories of BeauTiful leaded WindoWs providinG a BreaThTakinG vieW. I eventually added some huge, thronelike chairs that supposedly came from the original Battery Park Hotel. They were great for just sitting and quiet reading or contemplating the view. Happily, big interesting antiques were usually very cheap to come by, as they wouldn’t fit in most people’s homes.

The east wing contained the sleeping quarters, with three bedrooms and two baths on each floor. My wife and I, our two daughters and son decided to occupy the three downstairs bedrooms. Those rooms alone sucked up all the furniture from our former home like a giant vacuum cleaner.

The master bedroom was big enough for two queen beds plus a large sitting area containing our most important piece of furniture: the television set. There we watched “Leave It to Beaver,” “Gunsmoke” and “The Ed Sullivan Show” religiously.

My most vivid memory is getting up at 4 a.m. on July 20, 1969, sitting with my family in my castle and continually nodding off as we watched Neil Amstrong land on the moon.

“What was this guy thinking?” I wondered.

“Couldn’t he at least have waited till a decent hour to perform this incredible feat?”

The bedrooms sported 12-foot ceilings and also enjoyed beautiful views through the large leaded windows.

We slapped up some wallpaper, cleaned the wooden wainscoting, scrubbed and polished the tile floors and we were in business.

Since these bedrooms had been classrooms when Asheville-Biltmore College occupied the premises, there were big blackboards on all the walls, and we left them in place in the kids’ rooms, much to their delight.

Each room had a large closet, and when you opened the closet door, the light went on automatically. Supposedly Thomas Edison suggested this feature when Sealy built the castle.

The fine oak doors were identical to those in the Grove Park Inn, which Seely designed and managed for many years.

I don’t recall that we did much to the bathrooms except install showers to complement the ample clawfoot tubs.

Just off the master bedroom was a room that I think was designed as an atrium. This 1,000-square-foot area became the storage space for all the things my wife collected: It became its very own old curiosity shop.

Once my partner and I bought out the contents of a five-and-dime store in Oakley. We ran a sale, and one day when we were about down to hauling the remaining stuff to the dump I made the mistake of letting my wife come to the store.

She insisted on taking home a whole rack of leftover greeting cards, among other things.

They were so picked over that we couldn’t give them away. “Happy 110th birthday” and condolences because your cat died were common themes.

Our family had a sense of humor, and for every occasion we would sneak to the back closet, pick a card, change the message with a marking pen and present it to the honoree in a proper envelope, to everyone’s considerable amusement.

Underneath the bedrooms were the servants’ quarters. Over the years we had mixed success with letting families move into these quarters in exchange for helping take care of the place.

In the foyer sat a wooden ballot box that had been used by the local chapter of the Knights of Pythias; we’d acquired it along with some other ritual junk when we cleaned out their former headquarters downtown.

I called this the “Ought 2 Box.” During or after giving folks a tour of the castle, they would invariably say, “Jerry, you ought to [do something they thought would enhance the castle].” I would immediately show them the box, asking them to please place their check inside and we would get it done.

I don’t ever recall anyone putting in a check. X Asheville native Jerry Sternberg, a longtime observer of the local scene, can be reached at gospeljerry@ aol.com.

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“ if They Were easy, They Would have already Been solved.” cold-case deTecTive yvonne coBourn phoTo By maX cooper sTory By caiTlin Byrd

They know each case by name.

“Jake Burrell,” he recalls. “virginia Olson,” she adds.

“Glenn Zachery,” he replies.

“Zeke Penland in ’76 and Oscar davis in ’77,” she says.

The two detectives continue their alternating cadence, exchanging nods and exasperated sighs after every name. For Kevin Taylor and Yvonne Cobourn, Asheville’s 24 cold cases are an all-too-familiar story. But the plots are not conventional: Cold cases don’t have endings. Instead they consist mostly of interviews, evidence and theories — and if they end in anything, it’s typically a question mark. By definition, a case becomes cold when all the leads have been exhausted.

“If they were easy, they would have already been solved,” stresses Cobourn. “But that challenge is what we embrace.”

The Asheville Police Department established its official Cold Case Unit in July 2008, and Cobourn and Taylor got the nod. Across the

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country, such entities seem to be the exception rather than the rule.

In a 2010 National Institute of Justice survey of cold-case investigations, researchers queried 5,000 police departments; 1,050 responded. Only 20 percent of those agencies had any protocol for cold cases, and even fewer (10 percent) reported having dedicated cold-case investigators like Cobourn and Taylor.

When the Asheville unit was created, these cases were the duo’s primary assignment.

Nowadays, however, they must divide their time among active, cold and missing-person cases, working out of a second-floor office at police headquarters.

“That’s your Catch-22,” notes Cobourn.

“That’s two detectives that are full-time; that’s two salaries that aren’t [contributing] toward that everyday caseload.”

“We don’t have the luxury of doing cold cases full time anymore,” Taylor adds. “We’re working on them on our own initiative, with time being the key factor.”

meThodical Work The last case they solved was the sandra Proffitt homicide. That was more than three years ago, and it took the detectives about six months to get a confession. Profitt was murdered Jan. 17, 1990, in her Deaverview apartment. Nineteen years later, Cobourn and Taylor charged her then boyfriend, Terry spivey, with second-degree murder. More importantly, they were able to get a conviction, which happens in only about 1 percent of cold cases nationwide.

Even when police “clear” (solve) a cold case, it doesn’t always lead to an arrest. The prime suspect, for example, could be missing, incarcerated or dead. But when someone is convicted of a crime — cold or otherwise — the case is closed.

Still, cold cases don’t get solved by accident, and the process is nothing like what you see on TV. “I wish I could say that every day working on a cold case is filled with excite-

still unsolved: In 1973, UNCA drama student Virigina Olson was murdered across the street from the Asheville Botanical Gardens. Her body was found bound and gagged in a wooded area; her throat had been cut and she had a stab wound in her chest. The murder of the 19-year-old from Lexington, Va., remains unsolved. If you have any information, please call Detective Cobourn at 259-5923, or Crimestoppers at 255-5050. Photo courtesy of UNC Asheville Special Collections

still missing: Zebb Quinn vanished Jan. 2, 2000. Two weeks later, his light-blue Mazda Protege was found in the parking lot of the Little Pigs Barbecue restaurant, with a pair of lips drawn on the rear window in lipstick; inside the vehicle was a live, black Labrador puppy. His mother, Denise Vlahakis, is one of the founding members of Families Pursuing Justice, a nonprofit that helps families affected by cold cases. She remains an advocate for her son’s case. If you have any information about this case, please call Detective Cobourn at 259-5923 or Crimestoppers at 255-5050. Photo courtesy Denise Vlahakis

a haunting image: This photo was used for an in memoriam page for Virigina Olson in the 1973 yearbook. She was found wearing her only pair of jeans — those seen here. photo courtesy of UNC Asheville Special Collections

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ment and drama and,” here Cobourn pauses for effect, “is sexy.”

“It’s not,” Taylor interjects. “It’s very methodical.”

Getting Spivey’s crucial confession, for example, required a rigorous re-examination of all the case’s files, including documents, photos, drawings and notes. And though all such materials have been scanned into the department’s working database, these cases also still reside in big 3- to 5-inch binders that detectives will thumb through from time to time.

Those notes may help them consider cases with a fresh approach and an open mind. But some aspects of such investigations remain pretty standard. From former detectives to witnesses, Cobourn and Taylor try to interview everyone involved — even those who are listed in the case files but were never brought in for questioning.

“You never know when that person is going to give you some small key or insightful information that can start pointing you in a totally different direction,” says Cobourn.

It’s also one of the few instances when the passage of time may work in law enforcement’s favor. “Relationships change,” Taylor explains. “People that were close 20 years ago may not be so close anymore.”

Geographic distance can also be a factor.

“Once upon a time, you would live out your entire life within 50 miles of where you were born,” notes Cobourn. “Now, it’s nothing for people to jump up and move across the country without any thought.”

aged to today’s standards to help stave off deterioration. If biological evidence such as blood, semen and saliva samples isn’t kept in a dry environment protected from sunlight and ultraviolet radiation, the unique DNA profile could be compromised. This makes it difficult for forensic labs to find a match in CODIS (the FBI’s Combined DNA Index System database). Only state labs can submit DNA profiles into CODIS. And for local law-enforcement agencies, submitting cold-case evidence to state forensic labs can pose a number of problems.

Forensic science is constantly evolving, with new techniques introduced every year, but thanks to tight budgets and other issues, they’re not filtering down to the state or even federal labs, says Cobourn.

“We have evidence in these cases that could potentially solve the case if we had the money to send the evidence to these private labs,” she laments.

Financial constraints aside, there’s also a logjam at the State Bureau of Investigation labs. “We’ve got cases where we feel like we’ve got some good leads and re-submit evidence to the lab, and we’re waiting 12 to 14 months to hear anything back,” says Taylor.

“If not longer,” adds Cobourn.

“But in the eyes of the state lab, it’s a cold case: They think, ‘What’s the hurry?’” continues Taylor. “So it goes to the bottom of the totem pole, so to speak.”

Meanwhile, the Asheville team has no choice but to wait patiently and keep investigating and researching.

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But even independent of any idea, theory or lead, time itself can become a formidable obstacle when it comes to evidence. Before switching to investigations, Cobourn spent a year in the APD’s Forensics Department.

“Whenever you start pulling evidence out to send to the labs and it’s older than 20 years, how things were packaged and kept was different then, because we didn’t have the knowledge that we have now about biological fluids and things of that nature,” Cobourn reveals.

Accordingly, much of the evidence in Asheville’s cold cases has since been repack-

Still, it’s not the kind of work the detectives can simply leave at their respective desks. It follows them home — sometimes in unexpected ways.

“I might just be going to a place by coincidence where the crime occurred, and then I just start thinking about it,” Taylor reveals.

“Or driving by it,” says Cobourn. “With some of the cases that I have, I live in the geographical area, so I drive by them on my way to work and on my way home.

But it’s not just the crime scenes that embed these cold cases in the lives of the detectives trying to solve them. For Cobourn and Taylor, the families are a key motivation to keep going.

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“if We’re noT doinG iT, noBody else is GoinG To Be doinG iT, and Those families are sTill GoinG To Be WaiTinG for ansWers.” deTecTive kevin Taylor “If we’re not doing it, nobody else is going to be doing it, and those families are still going to be waiting for answers,” says Taylor. “We, unfortunately, can’t always give them the answers they want, or the outcome, but at least we’re making the effort.”

Cobourn also works closely with Families Pursuing Justice. Founded in 2009 by people affected by cold cases, the local nonprofit works with law enforcement to give families emotional support while they wait for justice for their loved ones. The group also tries to raise money to help continue the investigations.

“It’s not about patting ourselves on the back: It’s about the families, and it’s about the victims,” Cobourn asserts. denise vlahakis is one of the nonprofit’s founding members. After leaving work at the Hendersonville Road Wal-Mart at 9 p.m., her son, Zebb Quinn, went missing on Jan. 2, 2000.

Two weeks later, authorities found his light-blue Mazda Protege in the parking lot of the Little Pigs Barbecue restaurant; a pair of lips with two exclamation marks was drawn on the rear window in lipstick, and inside the vehicle was a live black Labrador puppy.

The case garnered national attention when it aired on the Investigation Discovery Channel show “Disappeared” recently. But even without that increased exposure, Cobourn says she feels a strong attachment to this high-profile case and to Vlahakis as a mother.

“I have kids, and I’m not sure, if I was in her shoes, if I’d even be able to breathe. So I kind of take that approach to Zebb,” confesses Cobourn.

ent style. “She’s a little more outgoing than I am,” he remarks.

Cobourn, an investigator since 2006, agrees.

“Where I’m pretty much like full-steam-ahead, Kevin will say no. Where I may want to charge forward, Kevin will slow me down.” She pauses.

“He knows when to slow down, whereas I’m still learning that boundary.”

Nonetheless, the two share an abiding passion for what they do. “I always aspired to work these types of cases,” Taylor explains. “I enjoy working other cases as well, but I find the challenge of these to be the most intriguing.”

It isn’t glamorous. Rather than riding around in a squad car, these detectives spend most of their time ruminating over cases, their two desks separated by a little blue rug.

“It may mean months of going through cellphone bills. It may mean weeks on this computer trying to find a witness that was never interviewed,” Cobourn emphasizes. “I spend a lot of time sitting right here.”

Currently, the pair are investigating about six cold cases.

“There are those days when it’s like you look at it and you look at it and you still think you’ve missed something,” Cobourn explains. “It’s like I have lived, slept, eaten and breathed some of these cases,” she says softly.

Taylor nods. Glancing at his partner in solving crimes, he says in a low echo, “I’m always thinking about one of them.” X

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Soon after the May vote, City Attorney Bob oast said that understanding Amendment One’s impact on city benefits required more study.

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mills Gap residenTs conTinue push for cTs cleanup By marGareT Williams “No man can tame a tiger into a kitten by stroking it.”

— President Franklin D. Roosevelt, 1940 lee Ann smith’s and Tate MacQueen’s methods may differ, but their aim is the same: help their south Buncombe friends, families and neighbors obtain clean air and water.

Five years ago, Mountain Xpress broke the story about untreated contamination linked to a former electroplating plant on Mills Gap Road (see “Fail Safe?” July 11, 2007). Both Smith and MacQueen live about a mile from the property, where the Elkhart, Ind.-based CTS Corp. operated a facility for more than 25 years. Both are teachers with a lengthy history of involvement in grass-roots efforts related to the site.

And despite some forward movement in the long-running case, they’re not backing off.

“We want a full-scale cleanup, and we want clean water, air and soil so people won’t continue to be exposed,” says Smith. Her son, Gabe dunsmith, who’d often played in a stream that flows from the site, developed thyroid cancer at age 11. It’s hard to prove, and official health studies in the CTS case were inconclusive, but Smith believes her son’s illness is linked to trichloroethylene, a highly toxic chemical used at the old plant that’s still found in extraordinarily high concentrations in nearby springs and wells.

“The source is very strong and isn’t evaporating,” says MacQueen, citing recent test results that show possible contamination in his own neighborhood. He says he also knows of 50 cases of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma — as well as other cancers and serious illnesses — affecting friends and neighbors who unknowingly used contaminated water for years. “This is an issue of human health and environmental justice,” he declares.

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Since learning about the contamination four years ago, he’s developed an encyclopedic knowledge of the case, citing test results, letters and other documents the way most folks would rattle off their kids’ names and ages. That knowledge, he says, provides leverage.

He’s helped bring a lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, accusing officials of negligence and possible fraud in their handling of the case. MacQueen also regularly assails EPA officials with lengthy, passionate emails calling for action, not more promises.

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mother/son team: Gabe Dunsmith and Lee Ann Smith campaign to increase awareness about CTS Corp.’s failure to clean up a contaminated south Asheville site.

Armed with knowledge, he continues to enlist local, state and federal elected officials in the fight.

“In 1987, the officials knew about the contamination. If CTS were ever going to do the right thing, it would have been done,” says MacQueen, who in late June traveled to Washington, D.C., to keep pushing for significant action. “And the EPA could have done something a long time ago.”

Getting a federal Superfund designation in March was an accomplishment, he acknowledges, but it will entail more studies taking still more time, and in the end, it will address only groundwater contamination — not air or surface water.

Meanwhile, as part of a related agreement with the company, the EPA has asked residents to agree to have whole-house water filters installed in their homes this summer. That’s a “temporary fix” that isn’t even the right filter for the job, says MacQueen, but if it becomes the de facto final remedy, it’s an easy out for both CTS and the EPA. “The EPA is driving the getaway car, and CTS is in the back seat with their feet propped up,” he maintains.

MacQueen wants water lines extended to serve affected residents. He wants the source cleaned up and removed, which he says the EPA

has the authority to mandate. And he wants the agency’s officials held accountable for the mistakes they’ve made over the last 25 years.

MacQueen, who also coaches and plays soccer, specializes in the defensive positions that keep the other team from taking shots. “We will get city water, and we’re going to leverage back the truth,” he vows.

TarGeTinG cTs Smith, a teacher in south Asheville, prefers to keep the focus on CTS. Some days she looks at her students and “It just hits me: I hope none of these kids gets sick.”

When her son, now a sophomore at Vassar College, was diagnosed with thyroid cancer, doctors asked if the family had ever visited Chernobyl, the Ukrainian city where a catastrophic 1986 nuclear accident released massive quantities of radiation. They’ve never been there.

“We want a full-scale cleanup, and we want clean water, and of course, clean air and clean soil so people won’t continue to be exposed,” Smith explains. “We are working on a campaign to start hitting CTS and letting them know they need to … get this cleaned up.”

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Those numbers, she says, helped persuade the Buncombe County commissioners to apply for a $4 million state loan that could pay for extending water lines to those residents.

Meanwhile, residents fear the filter system could “become sort of an excuse to not clean up” the CTS site, as has happened in other contamination cases, says Katie Hicks, assistant director of Clean Water for North Carolina, a statewide nonprofit with an office in Asheville. But, “as long as there’s continuing pressure toward [real] cleanup, this interim measure shouldn’t preclude that,” she maintains.

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“The signs that indict CTS tend to get taken down quickly,” says Smith, but, “It’s cheap and effective.”

For Smith, it was a “happy day” when Buncombe County contractors demolished the remaining, vacant structure last year and hauled away the debris. “It’s easy to think, ‘The building is gone; everything is OK,’” she observes. But her signs remind people that things aren’t OK. A CTS-funded soil-vapor-extraction project removed 6,000 pounds of toxins between 2006 and 2010, yet tests earlier this year still show high levels of TCE and other contaminants. “There is still no comprehensive plan for cleanup,” notes Dunsmith, who’s also researched the case extensively. “CTS has never shown any interest to act on behalf of human health; we don’t trust them. … We want source removal.”

Like MacQueen, Dunsmith and his mother see the water-filter program as an interim, Band-Aid measure at best. But they urge people to direct “antagonism toward CTS,” arguing that “having the communication lines open with the EPA is a powerful way to put pressure on them to do the right thing.” Of 129 homeowners eligible for

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Smith, meanwhile, mentions a small success: With help from local engineer Pat dunn, this March local residents won a decision by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors that ordered CTS staffer Marvin Gobles to “cease and desist” providing advice and reports concerning the Asheville site. In 1987, Gobles wrote to Mills Gap Road Associates, a local developer that was interested in buying the property, declaring the site to be in “environmentally clean condition.” The developer later sold most of the parcel, which became Southside Village, a residential complex.

The company and the EPA “had been depending on his [opinion] for 30 years to make life-anddeath decisions, [but] he was not licensed in this state,” says Smith.

Getting him removed from the case, she says, “was a direct hit on CTS — a small hit in the gut.”

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To that end, Dunsmith has sent emails and posted Facebook comments, urging businesses that supply or receive supplies from CTS to learn what the company has done. “I didn’t get a

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Animals Cat Adoptions • SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS, 10am-5pm - Furever Friends will host cat and kitten adoptions at Petco, 825 Brevard Road. Info: www.fureverfriendsnc.org.

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• SATURDAYS, 11am-4pm Transylvania Animal Alliance Group (T.A.A.G.) will host dog adoptions at Petsmart, 3 McKenna Road, Arden.

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Rusty's Legacy • SATURDAYS, 10am-3pm Rusty's Legacy animal rescue will host pet adoptions at Black Mountain Tractor Supply Company, 125 Old Highway 70. Info: rustyslegacync@aol. com or http://avl.mx/9p.

Sharks of Summer • Through MO (9/3) - Sharks of Summer, an exhibit of live sharks, cages, games and shark-related activities, will be held at the Team ECCO, Inc. Center for Ocean Awareness, 511 Main St., Hendersonville. $3 aquarium admission fee includes entrance to the exhibit. Info: www.teamecco. org or 692-8386.

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• The Buncombe County Animal Coalition offers spay/ neuter vouchers to at-risk pets, including pregnant or nursing cats, dog breeds such as pit bulls and hounds, animals over the age of 5 and pet owners who reside in public housing. $35 dogs/$20 cats.

Info: 250-6430 or 252-2079.

Spay/Neuter Vouchers • SA (7/21), 11:45am-3pm - Vouchers for free and lowcost spay/neuter services will be available to Henderson County residents at The Blue Ridge Mall's KMart entrace, 1800 Four Seasons Blvd., Hendersonville. Info: cpforpetsinc@aol.com.

Art The Painting Experience with Stewart Cubley: (pd.) Experience the power of process painting as described in the groundbreaking book 'Life, Paint & Passion: Reclaiming the Magic of Spontaneous Expression.'

August 10 - 12 in Asheville www.processarts.com, (888) 639-8569.

16 Patton Located at 16 Patton Ave. Gallery hours: Tues.-Sat., 11am-6pm and Sun., 12-5pm. Info: www.16patton. com or 236-2889.

• Through SU (8/5) - Broken and Whole, figurative oil and watercolors by Suzy Schultz.

310 ART Gallery Riverview Station, 191 Lyman St., #310. Fri.-Sun., 9:30am3:30pm or by appointment.

Info: www.310art.com or 776-2716.

• Through FR (8/31), Thinking Big, an exhibition of large paintings.

Allure: The Secret Life of Flowers • Through WE (8/15) - Allure: The Secret Life of Flowers, an exhibition of new work printed on metal by Julie McMillan of Silver Birch Studio Photography. Hosted by West One Salon, 372 Depot St. A portion of sales benefits The Hope Chest for Women. Info: www.silverbirchstudio.com or www.westonesalon.com.

AnTHM Gallery Located in the Monte Vista Hotel, 308 W. State St., Black Mountain. Tues.-Sun., 11am9pm Info: www.anthmgallery. com.

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• FR (7/20) through SU (8/26) - Arte de Cuba!, an exhibition of rare Cuban art, will be on display in conjunction with a month-long celebration of Cuban music, food and drink.

• FR (7/20), 6:30-8:30pm - Opening reception and cocktail party.

• SU (7/22), 2-4pm Discussion and tour of the exhibit with curator Marjorie Pravden.

Appalachian Pastel Society • Through TU (7/31) - The Appalachian Pastel Society presents an exhibition at Studio B Custom Framing and Fine Arts, 171 Weaverville Highway. Tues.-Fri., 10am5:30pm; Sat., 10am-3pm.

Info: www.appalachianpastelsociety.org.

Art at UNCA Art exhibits and events at the university are free, unless otherwise noted. Info: www. unca.edu.

• Through FR (8/3) - Woven Together, an historical exhibit on Marion Manufacturing and McDowell County, will be on display in the Blowers Gallery during regular library hours.

• Through WE (8/1) Alchemy: Transcendence and Transmigration, works by Katie Johnson and Mary Claire Becker, will be on display in the Highsmith University Union Gallery. Weekdays, 9am-5pm.

• TH (7/26) through FR (10/26) - Lia Cook: Bridge 11 will be on display at UNCA's Center for Craft, Creativity and Design, 1181 Broyles Road, Hendersonville.

Art Events at WCU Held at the Fine Art Museum, Fine and Performing Arts Center on the campus of Western Carolina University.

Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-4pm & Thurs., 10am-7pm. Free, but donations welcome. Info: www.fineartmuseum.wcu.edu or 227-3591.

• Through FR (8/3) - RE+constructed, nontraditional quilts by Heidi Field-Alvarez, Jeana Eve Klein, Carolyn Nelson and Jen Swearington.

• Through FR (9/7) - Drawing on the New Deal, works by draftsman John Helike.

• Through FR (8/3) - Flora and Fauna: WNC Art Educators Juried Exhibit and Lasting Impressions: Print

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"Listen to Your Body," an introduction to self-healing through biofeedback, will be presented

wed at the West Asheville Library, 942 Haywood Road, on Wednesday, July 18 at 6:30 p.m.

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Enjoy an easy evening stroll on the Mountains-to-Sea-Trail on Thursday, July 19. Trip

thur departs from Craven Gap, MP 377.4 on the Blue Ridge Parkway at 7 p.m. Registration required: 298-5330.

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The Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands will feature clay, jewelry, fiber, wood, glass and more at the U.S. Cellular Center, 87 Haywood St., on Friday, July 20 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $8/free for children under 12. The fair begins Thurs., July 18 and runs through Sun., July 22.

Info: craftguild.org or 298-7928.

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Learn to identify plant problems and pests at a plant clinic hosted by extension master gardener volunteers on Saturday, July 21 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the WNC Farmers Market, 570 Brevard Road. Bring plant samples for evaluation. Info: buncombe.ces.ncsu.edu or 2555522.

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Hard Travelin' With Woody, a one-man play about Woody Guthrie, will be presented at N.C. Stage Company, 15 Stage Lane, on Sunday, July 22 at 2 p.m. $18-$15. Performances held nightly, starting on Wed., July 18. Info: ncstage.org, hardtravelinshow.com or 239-0263.

Greenlife Grocery, 70 Merrimon Ave., presents a screening of King Corn, the story of "two

mon friends who follow the trail of corn through our food system," on Monday, July 23 at 7 p.m.

Info: 254-5440.

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A workshop on food preservation will focus on soft spreads, pickling, freezing and drying at the N.C. Cooperative Extension Office, 740 Glover St., Hendersonville on Tuesday, July 24, from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Sponsored by ECO. $15. Info: eco-wnc.org or 692-0385.

Portfolio of Contemporary Native American Artists from the Fine Art Museum Collection.

• TH (7/19), 5:30pm Opening reception for both exhibitions.

Asheville Area Arts Council: The Artery Community arts facility at 346 Depot St. Tues.-Sat., 11am4pm. Info: www.ashevillearts. com.

• Through SA (7/28) - Lap Swimming: Pools Seen Through the Eyes of a Swimming Artist, paintings by Moni Hill.

• TH (7/19), 4-6pm - A creative sector forum will focus on creative placemaking. Free.

Asheville Art Museum Located on Pack Square in downtown Asheville. Hours: Tues.-Sat., 10am-5pm and Sun., 1-5pm. Programs are free with admission unless otherwise noted. Admission: $8/$7 students and seniors/ Free for kids under 4. Free first Wednesdays from 3-5pm.

Info: www.ashevilleart.org or 253-3227.

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Austin Shears • Through WE (10/17) - Geometric drawings by Austin Shears will be hosted

by WHO KNOWS ART at the Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park, 43 Town Square Blvd. Info: 231-5355.

Bearfootin' • Through SA (10/20) Bearfootin', a public art exhibit featuring decorated fiberglass bear sculptures, will be on display throughout Main Street in Hendersonville. Info: 233-3216.

Bella Vista Art Gallery 14 Lodge St. Summer hours: Mon., 11am-5pm; Wed.-Sat., 11am-5pm. Info: www.bellavistaart.com or 768-0246.

• Through TU (7/31) Featured artist: Nicora Gangi.

Encaustics by Tif Dill. Raku by Brent Wheelwright.

Biblical Art • WEEKDAYS - Religious art

by Costanza Knight will be on display at First Congregational United Church of Christ, 5th Avenue W. and White

Pine Drive, Hendersonville.

Hours: Mon., noon-3pm; Tues.-Fri., 9am-3pm. Info: www.fcchendersonville.org or 692-8630.

Black Mountain Center for the Arts Old City Hall, 225 West State St., Black Mountain. Mon.Wed. and Fri., 10am-5pm; Thurs., 11am-3pm. Info: www.BlackMountainArts.org or 669-0930.

• Through FR (7/27) Aqueous, a collaborative exhibit exploring movement and transition with artists from Asheville BookWorks.

Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center The center is located at 56 Broadway and preserves the legacy of the Black Mountain College. Gallery hours: Tues. & Wed., noon-4pm; Thurs.Sat., 11am-5pm. Info: bmcmac@bellsouth.net or www. blackmountaincollege.org or 350-8484.

• Through SA (9/8) Bridging: A Retrospective From Two to Three Dimensions, works by David Weinrib.

Castell Photography

2C Wilson Alley. Wed.-Fri., noon-6pm; Sat., noon-7pm, or by appointment. Info: www. castellphotography.com or 255-1188.

• Through SA (7/28) Personae, photo-based works

by Timothy Pakron, Rebecca Cairns and Tobia Makover.

Crimson Laurel Gallery 23 Crimson Laurel Way, Bakersville. April-Dec.: Tues.Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun. & Mon., noon-5pm. Info: 6883599 or www.crimsonlaurelgallery.com.

• Through FR (8/31) Serendipity, featuring 14 wood-fired sculptural ceramic artists from five countries.

Events At Folk Art Center MP 382 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Open daily from 9am-6pm. Info: www.craftguild.org or 298-7928.

• Through TU (7/24) - Works

by Becky and Steve Lloyd (clay) and Ken Thomas (metal).

Flood Gallery The Phil Mechanic Building, 109 Roberts St. Tues.-Sat., 10am-4pm. Info: www.floodgallery.org or 254-2166.

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• Through TU (7/31) - Works

by Leigh Anne Chambers (domestic materials that "challenge traditional notions of art").

Haen Gallery 52 Biltmore Ave. Mon., Wed. and Fri., 10am-6pm. Tues. and Sat., 11am-6pm and Sun., noon-5pm. Info: www. thehaengallery.com or 2548577.

• SA (7/21) through FR (8/31) - Summer Samplings, works by Lynn Boggess, Byron Gin, Larry Gray and others.

• SA (7/21), 5:30-7:30pm Opening reception.

Haywood County Arts Council Unless otherwise noted, showings take place at HCAC's Gallery 86 in Waynesville. Hours: Mon.Sat., 10am-5pm. Info: www. haywoodarts.org or 4520593.

• Through SA (7/28) - South of the Sahara: Portrait of Africa, featuring photographs

by John Rolland.

Jason Rafferty • Through TU (7/31) Drawings and paintings by Jason Rafferty will be on display at Izzy's Coffee Den, 74 North Lexington Ave., featuring academic drawings from his studies in Paris along with experimental works. Info: www.jasonrafferty.com.

Local Sculpture Showcase • DAILY - A showcase of local sculptors, including Scott Freeland, Peter Dallos, Martin Webster, Ralph Berger, Dan Howachyn, Brett Salter and others, will be on display indefinitely at the Monte Vista Hotel, 308 W. State St., Black Mountain. Free to view. Info: www.themontevistahotel.net or 669-8870.

N.C. Arboretum Located at 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way. 9am-5pm daily. Programs are free with $8 parking fee. Info: www. ncarboretum.org or 6652492.

• Through SU (9/23) - Dusty Roads, photographs of classic and junkyard cars and trucks.

NewZart Gallery 133 S. Main St., Studio 207, Marshall. By appointment.

Info: www.newzart.com or 649-9358.

• Through TU (7/31) - Linear and Geometric Abstractions, works by Matthew Zedler.

Penland School of Crafts Located at 67 Dora's Trail, Penland. Gallery hours: Tues.-Sat., 10am–5pm and Sun., noon-5pm. Info: www. penland.org or 765-2359.

• TH (7/19), 8pm - An auction of student and instructor work made during a Penland workshop session will be held at the school's Northlight

Building. All proceeds benefit Penland’s scholarship programs. Free to attend.

Proving. Grounds.

• Through SU (8/5) - Proving.

Grounds., a collaboration between photographer Micah Mackenzie, Ship To Shore's R. Brooke Priddy and Royal Peasantry's Danielle Miller, will be on display at Pisgah Brewing Company, 150 Eastside Drive, Black Mountain, during bar hours.

Info: www.pisgahbrewing. com or 669-0190.

Push Skate Shop & Gallery Located at 25 Patton Ave. Gallery hours: Mon.-Thurs., 11am-6pm; Fri. & Sat., 11am7pm; Sun., noon-6pm. Info: www.pushtoyproject.com or 225-5509.

• FR (7/20) through TU (8/21) - Americarcana, new works by Tom Pazderka.

• FR (7/20), 7-10pm Opening reception.

Red House Studios and Gallery 310 W. State St., Black Mountain. Thurs.-Sun., 11am6pm. Info: www.svfalarts.org or 669-0351.

• Through SU (7/29) Visions of Summer.

Satellite Gallery 55 Broadway St. Tues.-Sat., 11am-6pm; Sun., 11am-5pm.

Info: www.thesatellitegallery. com or 305-2225.

• Through MO (7/30) Phantom Antlers, works by Gabriel Shaffer and Joti Marra Ramsey.

Sculpture for the Garden • Through MO (12/31) Sculpture for the Garden, a national outdoor sculpture invitational, will be on display at Grovewood Gallery, 111 Grovewood Road. Info: www. grovewood.com.

Seven Sisters Gallery 117 Cherry St., Black Mountain. Summer hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm and Sun., noon-5pm. Info: www. sevensistersgallery.com or 669-5107.

• Through SU (8/12) - Kate Thayer (pastels).

Spectacular Southern Appalachians • Through TU (7/31) - The Carolinas’ Nature Photographers Association hosts Spectacular Southern Appalachians at the Cradle of Forestry, Highway 276 near Brevard. Regular admission prices apply. Info: www. cradleofforestry.com or 8773130.

Street Photography of Asheville • Through SA (7/28) - This photography exhibition, by Joe Longobardi, consists of "found moments" on the streets of Asheville. On display at West End Bakery, 757 Haywood Road. Info: www.

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check your head What: Thrash Brothers Benefit Jam, to benefit injured skateboarder Jeffrey Reckinger.

Where: White Horse Black Mountain, 105-C Montreat Road, Black Mountain.

When: Wednesday, July 25, 7 p.m. $15. Info at avl.mx/ic.

Why: May 17 started out as an average Thursday for 17-yearold Jeffrey "Jey" Reckinger. He and his friend, Zack, rode their longboards through Black Mountain, ending up on Sunset Drive, a long, winding, dead-end road. As they neared the bottom of the hill, Reckinger hit a patch of gravel and lost control. He fell backwards on his head, resulting in a traumatic brain injury and emergency surgery. When he awoke from a coma a few days later, one thing was clear: A helmet would have helped protect his skull from this near-fatal trauma.

Friends, concerned citizens and members of the skateboarding community are coming together to raise awareness about helmet safety at a benefit concert for Reckinger. The funds will go toward his medical bills and the evening will highlight the importance of wearing a helmet. The concert will feature performances by the Travers Brothers Band, Aaron LaFalce and Chalwa, along with raffles for jewelry, pottery, art, massage and more.

Bring your helmet to the show and get $5 off admission. If you don't have one, bring your ticket stub to PUSH Skate Shop and receive 20 percent off new helmet. Enjoy a night full of music, support Reckinger's recovery and help spread the word about the importance of helmets — all while having a good time.

joelongobardiphotography. com or www.westendbakery. com.

Studio B A framing studio and art gallery at 171 Weaverville Highway, Asheville. Hours: Tues.-Fri. 10am-5:30pm and Sat. 10am-3pm. Info: www. galleryatstudiob.com or 2255200.

• Through TU (7/31) - The Appalachian Pastel Society presents Home Sweet Home, works by Carol Branton Morrow.

The Bender Gallery 12 S. Lexington Ave. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10:30am-5pm; Sun., noon-5pm. Info: www. thebendergallery.com or 505-8341.

• Through FR (8/31) Divergent Visions: Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of American Studio Glass.

Transylvania Community Arts Council Located at 349 S. Caldwell St., Brevard. Hours: Mon.Fri., 9:30am-4:30pm. Info: www.artsofbrevard.org or 884-2787.

• Through TU (7/31) - An exhibit by members of

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the Lake Toxaway Estates Painters Guild.

• FR (7/27), 5-8pm - Gallery walk.

Tryon Fine Arts Center Located at 34 Melrose Ave., Tryon. Gallery hours: Tues.Fri., 10am-4pm; Sat., 10am1pm. Info: www.tryonarts.org or 859-8322.

• Through SU (7/22) Carolina Camera Club's year end photography exhibit.

Upstairs Artspace 49 S. Trade St., Tryon. Hours: Tues.-Sat., 11am-5pm and by appointment. Info: www. upstairsartspace.org or 8592828.

• Through SA (8/25) Revolver, works by Daniel Nevins, Dustin Farnsworth and Daniel Marinelli, and Marked Up, works by Nava Lubelski.

WCU's Mountain Heritage Center • Through FR (8/17) Collecting for the Community, an exhibit of Mountain Heritage Center's artifacts and donations, will be on display in WCU's Mountain Heritage Center. Gallery hours: Mon.Fri., 8am-5pm; Thurs., 8am7pm. Free. Info: www.wcu. edu/2389.asp.

• Through FR (9/14) Stitches in Time: Historic Quilts of WNC. Working Girls Studio 30 Battery Park (upstairs).

Thurs.-Sat., 11am-5pm and by appointment. www. workinggirlsstudio.com or 243-0200.

• Through FR (8/3) - Works

by Dot Griffith, Karen Deans and Eli Corbin.

Art/Craft Fairs Blue Ridge Mall Arts and Crafts Show • FR (7/20) & SA (7/21), 10am-9pm - An arts and crafts show, sponsored by the Henderson County Crafters Association, will be held at Blue Ridge Mall, 1800 Four Seasons Boulevard, #5, Hendersonville. Free to attend.

Info: 674-5157.

Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands • TH (7/19) through SA (7/21), 10am-6pm; SU (7/22), 10am-5pm - The Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands will feature clay, jewelry, fiber, wood, glass and more at the U.S. Cellular Center, 87 Haywood St. $8/free for

children under 12. Info: www. craftguild.org or 298-7928.

Paris of the South Flea Market • SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS, 8am-3pm - Paris of the South flea market features antiques, local food and music at 175 Clingman Ave. Free to attend.

Info: www.parisofthesouth. net.

Auditions & Call to Artists Appalachian Pastel Society • Through WE (8/1) - The Appalachian Pastel Society will accept applications for its juried national exhibition through Aug. 1. Info: www. appalachianpastelsociety.org.

Arts Council of Henderson County Info: 693-8504 or www. acofhc.org.

• Through TH (8/16) Submissions for grassroots arts programs sub-grants will be accepted through August 16.

Arts2People Paid Demonstrations • Through TU (7/31) Arts2People is currently offering artists more than $2,000 to participate in its demonstra-

tion group. The Handcrafted Artisan Revitalization Program will accept new members for this and other opportunities through July 31. Info: www.

Arts2People.org/harp.html.

Asheville Area Arts Council: The Artery Community arts facility at 346 Depot St. Tues.-Sat., 11am4pm. Info: www.ashevillearts. com.

• Through WE (8/1) - AAAC seeks performers for the Tangerine Ball on Sept. 15, including jazz, swing, electroswing and big band performers. Portfolios and links accepted through Aug. 1. Info: info@ashevillearts.com Asheville Chocolate and Arts Festival • Through WE (8/1) - The Asheville Chocolate and Arts Festival will accept submissions from local artists through Aug. 1. Info: www. sacredcelebrationsproductions.com.

Asheville Gallery of Art • Through TU (7/31) - The Asheville Gallery of Art will accept membership applications from area artists through July 31 for its artists' cooperative. Info: ashevil-

legalleryofart@gmail.com or 251-5796.

Asheville Living Treasures • Through WE (8/15) Asheville Living Treasures will accept nominations of persons age 70 and older with a history of service to the community. Applications for this local contest will be accepted through August 15.

Info: www.ashevillelivingtreasures.com or ashevillelivingtreasures@gmail.com.

Chabad House Jewish Calendar • Through FR (7/20) - The Chabad House seeks special occasion, memorial and greeting announcements for its Jewish Art Calendar through July 20. Info: www.

ChabadAsheville.org or 5050746.

Eco Arts Award • Through WE (8/15) - Eco Arts Awards will accept submissions for its songwriting, art, literature, video, photography and repurposed material competitions through Aug 15.

Info: www.ecoartsawards. com.

LAAFF Photo Competition • Through FR (7/20) - The Love LAAFF, Freak Local photo competition encour-

ages citizens to submit a digital image featuring a local person, place or thing through July 20. Info: jennifer@ arts2people.org.

Meet the Authors Writing Contest • Through MO (7/30) The Writers' Workshop of Asheville's "Meet the Authors" writing contest will accept submissions of fiction and creative nonfiction, 4,500 words or less. Mail to Author's Contest, 387 Beaucatcher Road, Asheville. Info: www. twwoa.org.

Oktoberfest • Through WE (8/1) Hickory’s Oktoberfest will accept applications from arts and crafts vendors through Aug. 1. Info: www.hickoryoktoberfest.com.

RiverFest / Anything That Floats Parade • Through FR (7/27) Applications for vending space at RiverFest and the Anything That Floats Parade will be accepted through July 27. Info: crowhurst2@gmail. com or 400-4541.

Swannanoa Valley Fine Arts League • Through TU (7/31) - The Swannanoa Valley Fine Arts League will accept submissions for its 45th annual members exhibit through July 31. Info: www.svfalarts.org.

Benefits Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee • FR (7/20), 6-8:30pm - A screening of Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee, to benefit the Lakota Solidarity Project, will be held at Wall Street Coffee House, 63 Wall St. The film “chronicles the resistance of the Lakota to U.S. imperialism at the end of the 19th century.” Donations encouraged. Info: www.cantetenza. wordpress.com.

Bob Silvia Memorial Golf Tournament • TH (7/26), 1:30pm - The Bob Silvia Memorial Golf Tournament, to benefit The Meditation Center’s youth programs, will be held at Connestee Falls Golf Club, 33 Connestee Trail, Brevard. $85.

Info: donjoyhub@aol.com or 697-7055.

Christmas in July Toy Run • SA (7/21), 10am-3pm The Smoky Mountain Toy Run, to benefit Eblen Charities’ Saint Nicholas Project, will depart from Kearfott, 2858 U.S. Highway 70 E., Black Mountain. Motorcycle parade begins at 11am, followed by food, music and bike games at Harley-Davidson of Asheville, 20 Patton Cove Road, Swannanoa. $10/free with an new, unwrapped toy.

Info: wmurdock@eblencharities.com or 242-2848.

Designer Showhouse • SA (7/21) through SU (8/5) - The Designer Showhouse, to benefit Historic Flat Rock, Inc., invites the public to tour a five-bedroom home decorated especially for this fundraiser. Held at Interlude, 125 Interlude Place, Hendersonville. $25. Special events include presentations by floral designer Ron Morgan and interior designer Carlton Varney. $75 per presentation.

Info: www.historicflatrockinc. org.

Get Local Ice Cream Social • TH (7/19), 11am-10pmThe Hop will host an ice cream social to benefit Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project (ASAP).

Held at both locations, 640 Merrimon Avenue #103 and 721 Haywood Road. The event will include a chance to meet farmers and purchase farm-fresh food. Info: www. asapconnections.org.

Green Opportunities Talent Show • TU (7/24), 5-8pm - A talent show, to benefit Green Opportunities, will be held at The Hop, 640 Merrimon Ave., Suite 103. Free to attend; 50 percent of ice cream sales benefit the organization. Info: www.thehopicecreamcafe. com or 254-2224.

Loving Food Resources BBQ • SA (7/21), 5-8pm - A BBQ fundraiser, to benefit Loving Food Resources, will feature food from Uncle Ottie’s and music by Unpaid Bill and the Bad Checks. Held at Cathedral of All Souls, 9 Swan St. $10/$5 children under 12.

Info: www.lovingfood.org or 216-6952.

Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation • SA (7/21), 8-10am - FATZ, 5 Spartan Ave., will host a breakfast, including pancakes, sausage, mixed fruit, coffee, orange juice or milk, to benefit The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. Attendees are encouraged to bring a donation. $7/children under 6 free.

Info: greenlaps@aol.com.

PWB Silent Auction and Beer Tasting • TH (7/19), 6pm - The Asheville Home Builders Association and Professional Women in Building Council will host a silent auction and beer tasting at Highland Brewing Company, 12 Old Charlotte Highway # H. Proceeds benefit the PWB scholarship fund. $20/$25 at the door. Info: http://avl. mx/hc.

Relay for Life: Fletcher • FR (7/20), 6pm - This family fundraising event will be

held to honor and celebrate cancer survivors. A Luminaria Ceremony will begin at 9pm to remember those lost. Fight Back Ceremony at 6am on July 21st. Held at Fletcher Community Park, 85 Howard Gap Road. Free to attend.

Info: www.relayforlife.org/ fletchernc, 254-6931 or (843) 446-2686.

Shriners Auction • SA (7/21), 8am-10am - An auction of cars, antiques, collectibles and items from local businesses, to benefit Shriners Hospital for Children, will be held at North Henderson High School, 35 Fruitland Road. Free to attend.

Info: 697-3632.

Stop The Traffick • SU (7/22), 2pm-close Stop the Traffick, a benefit to support The Hope House‘s efforts to help sex trafficking victims in WNC, will be held at Westville Pub, 777 Haywood Road. Activities include games, a wing contest, raffles and music by Jordan Foltz, Zack Boyce and others. $10.

Info: www.hopehousenc.com or 276-8023.

The Fringe Benefit • SA (7/21), 8pm & SU (7/22), 6pm - The Fringe Benefit, a fundraiser to support the Asheville FringeArts Festival‘s attendance at the World Fringe Congress in Scotland, will feature John Crutchfield, Kathy Leiner, Jenni Cockrell and many others. Held at the BeBe Theatre, 20 Commerce St. $20/$10 Fringe artists. Info: www.acdt. org or www.ashevillefringe. org.

The Hop Ice cream, concerts and community events. Programs are free and located at 640 Merrimon Ave., Suite 103, unless otherwise noted. www. thehopicecreamcafe.com or 254-2224.

• FR (7/20), 5-8pm - 50 percent of proceeds will benefit The Asheville Humane Society. The evening includes kitten adoptions. Held at 721 Haywood Road.

Wild for Life Center • FR (7/20), 7:30pm - Bluegrass bands the Hackensaw Boys and Pierce Edens and the Dirty Work will perform at a benefit for Wild for Life Center for Rehabilitation of Wildlife at the Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Ave. The evening will feature birds of prey, a silent auction and local beer and food. $26/$22 in advance. Info: www.wildforlife.org.

Winesday: Skill Creations • WEDNESDAYS through (7/25), 5-8pm - Winesdays wine tastings will benefit Skill Creations and its efforts to

“help individuals achieve their full potential to live and grow in their community.” Held at The Wine Studio of Asheville, 169 Charlotte St. $5. Info: 252-5955.

Zumba in the Park • SA (7/21), 2-4pm - Zumba in the Park, a benefit to support breast cancer screenings for local women, will feature 15-minute Zumba lessons in Pritchard Park. The Asheville Breast Center will offer cold water and information on breast cancer detection. Pink attire encouraged.

Free. Info: www.facebook. com/ashevillebreastcenter.

Business & Technology Mountain BizWorks Workshops 153 S. Lexington Ave. Info: 253-2834 or www.mountainbizworks.org.

• MONDAYS, noon & WEDNESDAYS, 4:30pm - An informational meeting about Mountain BizWorks' programs will help businesses make the first step towards accessing the organization's services.

Free. Info and registration: victor@mountainbizworks.org or 253-2834.

• TH (7/19), 6-9pm & MO (7/23), 9am-noon - Express Foundations, a fast-paced version of the Foundations curriculum, uses an "integrated approach to emphasize the cross-development of financial and marketing elements." This five-week course meets Thursdays. An additional course meets Mondays.

Sliding scale. Info and registration: victor@mountainbizworks.org or 253-283.

Classes, Meetings & Events Aerial Basics Class (pd.) Every Sunday 4-5pm & Monday 6-7pm, Sign up or contact us at www.aerialspace.org or 828.333.4664.

Registration required. This class is perfect if you are curious, new to aerial arts, or if you are looking to fine tune the basic skills and proficiency you already have.

This class involves work with mixed apparatuses: static trapeze, silks, sling, and lyra.

You will leave this class with a solid foundation of basic aerial skills, a list of basic and beginning level aerial tricks, as well as increased strength, flexibility, and grace.

Learn to Knit at Purl's Yarn Emporium (pd.) On Wall Street downtown: Beginning Knit :1st and 2nd Wednesdays, 6-8pm; Intermediate Knit: 3rd and 4th

Wednesdays. • $40/4 hours of instruction. 828-253-2750. www.purlsyarnemporium. com Mac Basics Classes at Charlotte Street Computers (pd.) Mac Basics Computer Classes are being held at Charlotte Street Computers, 252 Charlotte Street. Class time is 12:15 - 12:45pm.

Mondays - Mac OS X, 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month - iPhoto, 2nd Tuesday - iWork Essentials, 4th Tuesday iMovie Basics, 5th Tuesday - Garageband, Wednesdays - iPad Basics. Registration is just $9.99 at classes@charlottestreetcomputers.com.

ACT vs SAT Comparison Test • SATURDAYS, 9am & SUNDAYS, 1pm - Asheville students are invited to take an "ACT vs SAT Comparison Test" to determine which represents their best match.

Held at Chyten Educational Services, 1550 Hendersonville Road, Suite 104. Free. Info and reservations: www. chyten-asheville.com or 505-2495.

Carl Sandburg Home Located three miles south of Hendersonville off U.S. 25 on Little River Road. Info: 6934178 or www.nps.gov/carl.

• SA (7/21), 10am-3pm "Carl Sandburg and Abraham Lincoln: 150th Anniversary of the Civil War to Civil Rights" will feature a Lincoln portrayer, live music, a Civil War encampment and tours.

Free. Info: Cherokee Bonfire • THURSDAYS through SATURDAYS - A Cherokee bonfire encourages the public to hear traditional stories and roast marshmallows, beginning at dusk. Held at Oconaluftee Islands Park, Highway 441, Cherokee. Free.

Info: www.visitcherokeenc. com or (800) 438-1601.

Experimental Voice Workshop • TH (7/19), 1-3pm - An experimental voice workshop will "explore what makes the individual singing voice unique and how to experiment with voice in a healthy manner."

Held at Asheville Music and Art, 697 Haywood Road. Suite C. $20. Info: www.ashevillemusicandart.com.

Game Night • THURSDAYS, 6:30-9pm - "Join an exuberant crowd of friends as we play a new game every week." Hosted by Wall Street Coffee House, 62 Wall St. www.wallstreetcoffeehouse.webs.com.

Golden LEAF • MO (7/23), 6-8pm - The Clay County/Golden LEAF Community Assistance Initiative forum will meet at the New Courthouse, 261

Courthouse Drive, Hayesville.

Info: pcabe@goldenleaf.org or 888-684-8404.

Henderson County Heritage Museum Located in the Historic Courthouse on Main St., Hendersonville. Wed.-Sat., 10am-5pm; Sun., 1-5pm.

Free unless otherwise noted.

Info: www.hendersoncountymuseum.org or 694-1619.

• Through SU (12/30) - An exhibit of Civil War weaponry and uniforms. Free admission.

Historic Hendersonville Tour • SATURDAYS through (10/27), 9am - A trolley tour of historic Hendersonville will depart from Hampton Inn,155 Sugarloaf Road, Hendersonville. $25/$20 children ages 6-12/children 5 and under free. Info: www. thetrolleycompany.com or 606-8606.

Land Of Sky Toastmasters • TUESDAYS, 7am - The Land Of Sky Toastmasters aims to "help people with their speaking and presentation skills." Meets at the Reuter YMCA, 3 Town Square Blvd. $10. Info: www.landofskytoastmasters.org.

Lifetree Cafe • TUESDAYS, 7pm - "Lifetree Cafe is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual setting." Groups discuss a different topic every week.

All are welcome. Hosted at Rejavanation Cafe, 901 Smoky Park Highway. Info: www.lifetreecafe.com.

Marketing Illustration Workshop • TH (7/19), 6:30-8:30pm - A workshop on marketing illustration will be held at ZaPow!, 21 Battery Park Ave., Suite 101. $30/$20 in advance/free for ZaPow artists. Info: www. zapow.net.

Precious Metals Networking Group • TU (7/24), 7-8:30pm - The Precious Metals Networking Group will meet at Battery Park Book Exchange, 1 Page Ave. Free. Info: PreciousMetalsNow.net or 279-1099.

Youth OUTright • SU (7/22), 4-6pm - A meeting of Youth OUTright will feature UNCA sociology professor Keith Bramlett for a discussion of gay history. Held at First Congregational United Church of Christ, 20 Oak St. Free. Info: www.youthoutright. org or 772-1912.

Comedy Disclaimer Comedy Open Mic • WEDNESDAYS, 9:30pm Disclaimer Stand-up Lounge comedy open mic will be held at Athena's, 14 College St.

Sign-up begins at 9pm. Free.

Info: www.DisclaimerComedy. com.

Disclaimer Comedy: Stewart Huff • FR (7/20), 8:15pm Disclaimer Underground Comedy presents Stewart Huff in Elaine's Piano Bar at the Grove Park Inn, 290 Macon Ave. Free. Info: www.

DisclaimerComedy.com.

Dance Bharatanatyam Classes • Adult • Children (pd.) Bharatanatyam is the sacred classical dance form of India. Adult and children's classes now forming.

Traditional Kalakshetra Style.

• DakshinaNatya Classical Arts. Riverview Station. • Call Tess: (828) 301-0331. Learn more: www.riverviewstation. com Studio Zahiya (pd.) Drop in Classes: Monday 7:30-9pm Bellydance • Tues. 9-10am Hip Hop Workout, 5:15-5:45pm Intro to Bellydance $7 • Wed. 6-7pm Fusion Bellydance, 7:30-9 Bellydance 2. • Thurs.

9-10am Bellydance Workout, 6-7pm Bollywood, 7-8pm Bellydance Lab, 8-9pm Hip Hop 2 • Friday 10-11am Bhangra Workout. • $12 for 60 minute classes. 90 1/2 N. Lexington Ave. www.studiozahiya.com Folkmoot Festival • WE (7/18) through SU (7/29) - Folkmoot Festival, a "two-week celebration of the world's cultural heritage through folk music and dance." Highlights include a family night on July 18 at the Folkmoot Friendship Center and group performances on July 20 at Stompin’ Ground in Maggie Valley, July 21 at Haywood Community College, July 22 at Diana Wortham Theatre, July 25 at Blue Ridge Community College and a candlelight closing on July 29 at Stuart Auditorium, Lake Junaluska. Tickets range from $10-$30 with discounts for children. Info and full schedule: www.folkmootusa.org or 877-FOLKUSA. Old Farmer's Ball • THURSDAYS, 8pm - The Old Farmer's Ball will be held at Warren Wilson College's Bryson Gym. Beginner's lesson starts at 7:30pm. $6/$5members/$1 Warren Wilson students. Info: www. oldfarmersball.com.

Shindig on the Green • SATURDAYS through (9/1), 7-10pm - This celebration of traditional string bands, bluegrass music and big circle mountain dancers is held most Saturdays at Pack

Square Park in downtown Asheville. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Free. Info: www. folkheritage.org or 258-6101, ext.345.

Southern Lights SDC Held at the Whitmire Activity Building, 301 Lily Pond Road, Hendersonville. Info and cost: 693-3825.

• SA (7/21), 7pm - "Shorts, Sports and Fun" dance.

Advanced dance begins at 6pm.

Street Dance • MONDAYS through (8/13), 7-9pm - Street Dances, featuring caller Walt Puckett, music by Bobby and Blue Ridge Tradition and performances by the Southern Connection Cloggers, will be held at the Henderson County Visitors Information Center, 201 S. Main St., Hendersonville Free. Info: www.historichendersonville. org or 693-9708.

Tango Dance • WEDNESDAYS, 8-11pm - Catwalk Milonga will be held at Homewood Event and Conference Center, 19 Zilicoa St., with host and DJ Lisa Jacobs. $7. BYOB. Info: www.catwalktango.com.

The Magnetic Field 372 Depot St. Info: www. themagneticfield.com or 257-4003.

• FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS (7/20) through (7/28) - No She Didn't!...When Good Girls Go Bad and the Dances that Happen, with Lisa Zahiya and Kathleen Hahn. $20/$17 in advance. $30 VIP includes after party on July 21.

Eco Asheville Green Drinks • WE (7/18), 6pm - A meeting of Asheville Green Drinks will focus on “Bridging the Gap Between Progressives and Conservatives: Framing Your Message Matters." Held at Posana Cafe, 1 Biltmore Ave. Free. Info: www.greendrinks.org/NC/Asheville.

Franklin Green Drinks • 3rd THURSDAYS, 5:307pm - Franklin Green Drinks invites those interesting in preserving the environment to meet at The Rathskeller, 58 Stewart St., Franklin. Info: joy@wnca.org.

Sensory Appeal of Native Plants • TH (7/19), 7pm - A presentation on the sensory appeal of native plants, with horticulturalist Gregg Tepper, will be held at Highlands Nature Center, 930 Horse Cove Road, Highlands. Free, but parking is limited. Info: www.highlandsbiological.org or 526-2221.

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Festivals Appalachian Summer Festival A month-long celebration of the arts, featuring a variety of performances by internationally acclaimed artists.

For a complete schedule of events and ticket prices: www.appsummer.org or 262-4046.

• Highlights include The Travelin’ McCourys on July 21, Eastern Festival Orchestra on July 22, a Lunch and Learn session on July 25 and the Broyhill Chamber Ensemble on July 26.

Downtown After 5 • FR (7/20), 5-9pm Downtown After 5 will feature Sol Driven Train (roots, Americana) and Common Foundation. Held on N. Lexington Ave., between Hiawassee and the I-240 overpass. Free. Info: www. ashevilledowntown.org.

Harambee Festival • FR (7/20) through SU (7/22) - The Harambee Festival will feature music, arts and crafts, food and activities for children at Maple Street and 7th Avenue, Hendersonville.

Free. Info: www.7thavehvl. com.

Spruce Pine BBQ Championship • FR (7/20), 8am-10pm & SA (7/21), 10am4pm - The Spruce Pine BBQ Championship and Bluegrass Festival will feature public tastings, live music, a cornhole tournament, clogging, craft vendors and activities for kids. Held at 201 Locust Ave., Spruce Pine. $4/ children under 12 free. Info: www.sprucepinebbqbluegrass.org.

World Cultures at International Festival Day • SA (7/21), 10am5pm - World Cultures at International Festival Day features arts, crafts and food from around the world. Held throughout downtown Waynesville.

Free. Info: www.

VisitNCSmokies.com or 800-334-9036.

Film 2001: A Space Odyssey • TH (7/26), 4pm - 2001: A Space Odyssey will be screened at the Cashiers Library, 249 Frank Allen Road. Free. Info: 743-0215.

Groovy Movie Club • FR (7/20), 7pm - The Groovy Movie Club will screen Something to Talk About at a private home in

Dellwood. A mostly-organic potluck begins at 6:15pm.

Free. Info and location: johnbuckleyX@gmail.com or 926-3508.

Jam Session • 3rd SATURDAYS, 1-3pm - An old-time jam session will be held at Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, U.S. 441. Info: www.nps. gov/grsm.

King Corn • MO (7/23) 7pmGreenlife Grocery, 70 Merrimon Ave., presents a screening of King Corn, the story of "two friends who follow the trail of corn through our food system."

Free. Info: 254-5440 Swiss Family Robinson • TH (7/19), 10am - Swiss Family Robinson will be screened at Cashiers Library, 249 Frank Allen Road. Free. Info: 743-0215.

Treasure Island • TH (7/26), 10am Treasure Island will be screened at Cashiers Library, 249 Frank Allen Road. Free. Info: 743-0215.

Food & Beer Everyone Cooks! With Michael Gentry (pd.) New line of vegetarian cooking classes.

Reservations: 273-6542.

• Thursdays, 5:30pm Warren Wilson College.

• Tuesdays, 5:30pm N. Asheville. $20. For more information visit Everyone Cooks on Facebook.

Brews and Views • SA (7/21), 3-7pm Beech Mountain Resort, 1007 Beech Mountain Parkway, will present the Brews and Views Festival, featuring more than 40 craft beers, live music and slalom professional finals. $25/$20 in advance/free for designated drivers. Info: www.BeechMtn.com.

Food Preservation Workshop • TU (7/24), 6:30-8:30pm - A workshop on food preservation will focus on soft spreads, pickling, freezing and drying. Held at N.C. Cooperative Extension Office, 740 Glover St., Hendersonville. Sponsored

by ECO. $15. Info: www. eco-wnc.org or 692-0385.

Gardening Gardening in the Mountains • 3rd WEDNESDAYS, 10am - Gardening in the Mountains lectures will be offered at the Buncombe County Extension Office,

newsoftheweird I started carrying a gun in my truck after that without a license, because I didn't want to get attacked by a mountain lion."

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seeinG isn'T BelievinG Japanese scientists Overperforming: Researchers at the University of Tokyo's Graduate School of Information Science and Technology have developed goggles that can enlarge the image of a bite of food, to fool the eater into thinking he’s consumed more than he has (and thus eat less). The software is so sophisticated, they said, that the fork appears at normal size. In basic tests, according to a June Agence France-Presse report, a 50 percent increase in imagined cookie size reduced actual consumption by 9 percent.

compellinG eXplanaTions Well Put: Pushing for an Oklahoma state Senate bill authorizing the open carrying of guns (which eventually passed), Sen. Ralph Shortey recounted an incident from his past that convinced him of the need to carry guns openly. "I was in oil and gas. I was out on a lease at one time, and I got attacked by a turkey. Wait until you get attacked by a turkey: You will know the fear that a turkey can invoke in a person. And so I beat it with a club; that was all I could do. And 94 Coxe Ave. Free. Info: 2555522.

Ikenobo Ikebana Society The Blue Ridge Chapter of Ikenobo Ikebana Society (Japanese Flower Arranging) meets monthly at St. John’s in the Wilderness Parish House, Rt. 225 South and Rutledge Road, Flat Rock. Info: 4565143.

• TH (7/19), 10am - July meeting will include a demonstration of Shoka Isshuike, a traditional and technically precise style of arrangement.

Guests are welcome to observe.

Compost Workshop • SA (7/28), 11am-2pm Extension master gardener volunteers will demonstrate how to compost at home beside Jesse Israel’s Garden Center, 570 Brevard Road.Free. Info: www.buncombe.ces.ncsu.edu or 255-5522.

N.C. Arboretum Located at 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way. 9am-5pm daily.

Programs are free with $8

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parking fee. Info: www.ncarboretum.org or 665-2492.

• Through MO (9/3) - Wicked Plants: The Exhibit will “expose plants associated with a myriad of negative health effects.”

Plant Clinic • SA (7/21), 11am-2pm Extension master gardener volunteers will hold a “Plant Clinic” at the Western North Carolina Farmers Market, 570 Brevard Road. The clinic is designed to help gardeners identify problems and pests.

Bring samples for evaluation. Info: www.buncombe. ces.ncsu.edu or 255-5522.

Regional Tailgate Markets Markets are listed by day, time and name of market, followed by address. Three dashes indicate the next listing. For more information, including the exact start and end dates of markets, contact the Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project.

Info: www.buyappalachian.org or 236-1282.

• WEDNESDAYS, 8amnoon - Waynesville Tailgate Market, 171 Legion Drive.

Air bags generally save lives, but according to a coroner's inquest in Darlington, England, in May, Ronald Smith's air bag deployed, was cut open on jagged glass and shot a rush of gas and talcum powder (used as a lubricant by many manufacturers) into his lungs. Smith developed fatal bronchial pneumonia from inhaling those substances.

The Way The World Works According to a May New York Times report, court-appointed trustee Irving Picard has secured $330 million of Ponzi-schemer Bernard Madoff's ill-gotten gains to distribute to his victims. Meanwhile, Picard and his associates have billed the court $554 million (charging up to $850 per hour). The Ponzi scheme "earned" around $65 billion, much of it consisting of the fantasy "profits" that prompted clients to invest with Madoff to begin with.

We Take care of our oWn (1) After Nechemya Weberman, prominent in Brooklyn, N.Y.’s ultra-Orthodox Jewish community, was accused of 88 counts of sexual misconduct against underage girls and others, the district attorney arrested four men, charging them with using extortion and a $500,000

--- 8am-noon - Haywood Historic Farmer’s Market, 250 Pigeon St., Waynesville.

--- 2-6pm - Asheville City Market South, Town Square Blvd., Biltmore Park. --- 2:306:30pm - Weaverville Tailgate Market, 60 Lakeshore Drive.

--- 2-5pm - Spruce Pine Farmers Market, 297 Oak Ave. --- 2-6pm - Montford Farmers Market, 36 Montford Ave. --- 2-6pm - French Broad Food Co-op, 90 Biltmore Ave. --- 2-6pm - Opportunity House, 1411 Asheville Highway, Hendersonville.

• THURSDAYS, 3:30-6:30pm - Oakley Farmers Market, 607 Fairview Road. --- 3-6pm - Flat Rock Tailgate Market, 2724 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock. --- 3rd THURSDAYS, 2-6pm - Greenlife Tailgate Market, 70 Merrimon Ave. • FRIDAYS, 2-6pm Opportunity House, 1411 Asheville Highway, Hendersonville. --- 3-6pm - East Asheville Tailgate Market, 945 Tunnel Road.

--- 4-7pm - Leicester Tailgate

Market, 338 Leicester Highway.

• SATURDAYS, 7am-noon Henderson County Tailgate Market, 100 N. King St., Hendersonville.--- 8amnoon - Waynesville Tailgate Market, 171 Legion Drive.

--- 8am-noon - Haywood Historic Farmer’s Market, 250 Pigeon St., Waynesville.

--- 8am-noon - Mills River Farmers Market, 5046 Boylston Highway. --- 8amnoon - Bakersville Farmers Market, Bakersville Community Medical Clinic parking lot, opposite the U.S. Post Office.

--- 8am-1pm - Asheville City Market, 161 South Charlotte St. --- 8am-12:30pm Transylvania Tailgate Market, behind Comporium on the corner of Johnson and Jordan Streets, Brevard. --- 8am-noon - North Asheville Tailgate Market, UNCA commuter lot C. --- 8:30am-12:30pm - Yancey County Farmers Market, S. Main Street at US 19E, Burnsville. --- 9am-noon - Big Ivy Tailgate Market,

bribe to silence one accuser and her boyfriend.

But the Hasidic community is deeply split on whether "outsiders" should judge its members.

(2) British officials, meanwhile, were recently accused of failing to prosecute alleged pedophiles in a Greater Manchester Asian gang for fear of offending Asians. Police told The Daily Telegraph that the gangs had recruited up to 50 girls for sex, but one victim's advocate said police were "petrified" at being called racist and thus "reverted to ... political correctness."

hypersensiTive liTiGanTs In 2010, Myron Cowher, filed a lawsuit against his supervisors at Carson and Roberts Site Construction and Engineering of Lafayette, N.J., for making anti-Semitic comments about him — even though he isn’t Jewish. A trial court tossed the case out, but an appeals court reinstated it in April, saying Cowher deserves the opportunity to show how he felt persecuted by the comments, even though they didn’t apply to him.

readers' choice When Cats Fly: In June, Dutch artist Bart Jansen showed off his latest creation, which quickly became an Internet sensation: He had his pet cat Orville (who’d recently been run over by a car) stuffed with arms spread like an airplane, mounting a radio on the carcass so he could control its flight. Jansen subsequently showed off Orville at Amsterdam’s Kunstrai art festival.

1679 Barnardsville Highway, Barnardsville. --- 9am-noon - Black Mountain Tailgate Market, 130 Montreat Road.

--- 9am-1pm - Madison County Farmers and Artisans Market, Highway 213 at Park Street, Mars Hill. --- 9am-2pm - Leicester Tailgate Market, 338 Leicester Highway. --10am-2pm - Murphy Farmers Market, downtown Murphy.

Info: 837-3400.

• SUNDAYS, noon-4pm Marshall’s “Sundays on the Island,” Blanahasset Island.

• TUESDAYS, 3-6pm Historic Marion Tailgate Market, West Henderson Street at Logan Street, Marion.

--- 3:30-6:30pm - West Asheville Tailgate Market, 718 Haywood Road.

Government & Politics Mindful Occupation • TH (7/26), 6:30pm - A Mindful Occupation meeting will be held at Wall Street Coffee House, 62 Wall St. Free.

Info: www.mindfuloccupation.org.

Kids Aerial Kids Class (pd.) All ages and levels.

Every Sunday 3-4pm, Tuesday 5-6pm and Thursday 5-6pm. Sign up or contact us at www.aerialspace.org or 828.333.4664. Registration required. Private lessons available.

Cradle of Forestry Events Route 276, Pisgah National Forest. Admission: $5/children ages 15 and under free. Some programs require an additional fee. Info: www.cradleofforestry. org or 877-3130.

• THURSDAYS, 10:30amnoon - Woodsy Owl's Curiosity Club, for children ages 4-7, presents a variety of forestrelated activities to engage children in the natural world.

Registration required. $4/$2.50 adults. Info and registration: 877-3130.

Find Waldo Scavenger Hunt

• Through TU (7/31) Hendersonville will host a Where's Waldo scavenger hunt throughout the month of July. Children are encouraged to visit local businesses in search of Waldo figurines. Kids who collect 16 cards or more will be entered to win prizes.

Info: http://avl.mx/gm or 697-1870.

Hands On! This children's museum is located at 318 North Main St., Hendersonville. Hours: Tues.-Sat., 10am-5pm.

Programs require $5 admission fee/free for members, unless otherwise noted.

Info: www.handsonwnc.org or 697-8333.

• WE (7/18) & TH (7/19), 10:30am-12:30pm - Dino Dig! Camp invites children to dig for fossils, assemble a dinosaur and learn about paleontology. Ages 7-10.

Registration requested. $25/$16 members.

• FR (7/20), 10:30am12:30pm - A paper-making camp for children ages 7 and older will focus on making paper from pulp. $15/$9 members.

Registration suggested.

--- 2:30pm - Fire safety program with the fire marshal.

Regular museum prices apply.

• TU (7/24), 10:30am12:30pm - An African drumming camp, for ages 4 and older, will feature African masks and instruments. $15/$9 members.

Registration suggested.

• WE (7/25), 10:30am12:30pm - Butterfly Camp, for ages 6 and older, will feature stories, science activities and an opportunity to decorate butterfly wings. $15/$9 members.

Registration suggested.

--- 1pm - "Grandma Story Woman." Free with admission.

• TH (7/26), 10:30am12:30pm - Ages 8-12 are invited to make paper airplanes at "Let’s Go Fly!" camp. $15/$9 members.

Lake James State Park N.C. Highway 126.

Programs are free unless otherwise noted. Info: 5847728.

• SA (7/21), 10:30am "Seeing Nature Through Indian Eyes" will teach children ages 4-8 how to watch and listen to the forest. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Sandburg Summer Stage Performances • WEDNESDAYS through SATURDAYS until (8/18), 10:15-10:45am - The Carl Sandburg Home and The Vagabond School of Drama

will perform selections from Carl Sandburg's works live onstage. Wed. & Fri.: Mr. Sandburg's Lincoln; Thurs. & Sat.: Rootabaga!. Held in the Carl Sandburg Home amphitheater, three miles south of Hendersonville off U.S. 25 on Little River Road. Info: 693-4178 or www.nps.gov/carl.

Spellbound Children's Bookshop 21 Battery Park Ave. Free, unless otherwise noted.

Info: www.spellboundchildrensbookshop.com or 232-2228.

• SATURDAYS through (7/28), 10:30-11am - The Moozic Lady will present a Tap-n-Shake music program for preschoolers.

VBS at Asheville North Seventh-Day Adventist Church • MO (7/23) through FR (7/27), 6:30-8:30pm - The Asheville North SeventhDay Adventist Church will offer vacation bible school to children ages 4-12 at 364 Broadway St. Children will meet Bible characters and participate in crafts, games and a nature survival challenge. Graduation will be held July 28. Free. Info: 281-0410.

Music Song O’ Sky Show Chorus (pd.) TUESDAYS, 6:45pm - Rehearsal at Covenant Community UMC 11 Rocket Dr. Asheville, NC 28803.

Guests welcome. Contact: www.songosky.org Toll Free # 1-866-824-9547.

AmiciMusic www.amicimusic.org.

• FR (7/20), 7:30pm - "The Romantic Cello," featuring Margaret Moores (cello) and Daniel Weiser (piano) performing works by Felix Mendelssohn and Edvard Grieg. Held at White Horse Black Mountain, 105C Montreat Road. $15. Info: www.whitehorseblackmountain.com.

• SA (7/21), 7:30pm - An additional concert will be held at a private home in Hendersonville. $35 includes food and wine.

Reservations required. Info: daniel@amicimusic.org or 505-2903.

• SU (7/22), 3pm - A final concert will be held at a private home in Fairview. $35 includes food and wine.

Reservations required. Info: daniel@amicimusic.org or 505-2903.

Beth McKee • TH (7/19), 7:30pm Beth McKee (blues, R&B, swamp) will perform at Feed and Seed, 3715

freewillastrology cancer (June 21-July 22) Most change is slow and incremental. The shifts happen so gradually that they are barely noticeable while you’re living in the midst of them from day to day. Then there are those rare times when the way everything fits together mutates pretty quickly. Relationships that have been evolving in slow motion begin to speed up. Long-standing fixations melt away. Mystifying questions get clear answers. I think you’re at one of these junctures now, Cancerian.

It’s not likely you’ll be too surprised by anything that happens, though. That’s because you’ve been tracking the energetic build-up for a while, and it will feel right and natural when the rapid ripening kicks in.

aries (march 21-april 19) Acro-Yoga is a relatively new physical discipline.

According to a description I read on a flyer in Santa Cruz, it "blends the spiritual wisdom of yoga, the loving kindness of massage and the dynamic power of acrobatics." I'd love to see you work on creating a comparable hybrid in the coming months, Aries — some practice or system or approach that would allow you to weave together your various specialties into a synergetic whole.

Start brainstorming about that impossible dream now, and soon it won't seem so impossible.

Taurus (april 20-may 20) Unless you grow your own or buy the heirloom variety at farmers markets, you probably eat a lot of tasteless tomatoes. Blame it on industrial-scale farming and supermarket chains. They've bred tomatoes to be homogenous and bland — easy to ship and pretty to look at. But there's a sign of hope: A team of scientists at the University of Florida is researching what makes tomatoes taste delicious, and is working to bring those types back into mainstream availability. I think the task you have ahead of you in the coming weeks is metaphorically similar, Taurus. You should see what you can to do restore lost flavor, color and soulfulness. Opt for earthy idiosyncrasies over fake and boring perfection.

Gemini (may 21-June 20) It'll be a humming, murmuring, whispering kind of week — a time when the clues you need will most likely arrive via ripplings and rustlings and whirrings. Here's the complication: Some of the people around you may be more attracted to clangs and bangs and jangles. They may imagine that the only information worth paying attention to is the stuff that's loudest and strongest. But I hope you won't be seduced by their attitudes. I trust you'll resist the appeals of the showy noise. Be a subtlety specialist who loves nuance and undertones. Listen mysteriously.

leo (July 23-auG. 22) Lately you've been spending time in both the offkilter parts of paradise and the enchanting areas of limbo. On one notable occasion, you even managed to be in both places simultaneously. How'd

you do that? The results have been colorful but often paradoxical. What you don't want and what you do want have gotten a bit mixed up. You have had to paw your way out of a dead-end confusion but have also been granted a sublime breakthrough. You explored a tunnel to nowhere but also visited a thrilling vista that provided you with some medicinal excitement. What will you do for an encore? Hopefully, nothing that complicated. I suggest you spend the next few days chilling out and taking inventory of all that's changed.

virGo (auG. 23-sepT. 22) The painter Philip Guston loved to express himself creatively. He said it helped him to get rid of his certainty, to divest himself of what he knew. By washing away the backlog of old ideas and familiar perspectives, he freed himself to see the world as brand new. In light of your current astrological omens, Virgo, Guston's approach sounds like a good strategy for you to borrow. The next couple of weeks will be an excellent time to explore the pleasures of unlearning and deprogramming. You will thrive by discarding stale preconceptions, loosening the past's hold on you and clearing out room in your brain for fresh imaginings.

liBra (sepT. 23-ocT. 22) Nineteenth-century author Charles Dickens wrote extensively about harsh social conditions. He specialized in depicting ugly realities about poverty, crime and classism. Yet one critic described him as a "genial and loving humorist" who showed that "even in dealing with the darkest scenes and the most degraded characters, genius could still be clean and mirth could be innocent." I'm thinking that Dickens might be an inspirational role model for you in the coming weeks, Libra. It will be prime time for you to expose difficult truths and agitate for justice and speak up in behalf of those less fortunate than you. You'll get best results by maintaining your equanimity and good cheer.

scorpio (ocT. 23-nov. 21) For many years, ambergris was used as a prime ingredient in perfumes. And where does ambergris come from? It's basically whale vomit. Sperm whales produce it in their gastrointestinal tracts to protect them from the sharp beaks of giant squid they've eaten, then spew it out of their mouths.

With that as your model, Scorpio, I challenge you

to convert an inelegant aspect of your life into a fine asset, even a beautiful blessing. I don't expect you to accomplish this task overnight. But I do hope you will finish by May of 2013.

saGiTTarius (nov. 22-dec. 21) "Interruption" will be a word of power for you in the coming days. No, really: I'm not being ironic, sarcastic or satirical. It is possible that the interruptions will initially seem inconvenient or undesirable, but I bet you will eventually feel grateful for their intervention. They will knock you out of grooves you need to be knocked out of. They will compel you to pay attention to clues you've been neglecting. Don't think of them as random acts of cosmic whimsy, but rather as divine strokes of luck that are meant to redirect your energy to where it should be.

capricorn (dec. 22-Jan. 19) You don't have to stand in a provocative pose to be sexy. You don't have to lick your lips or radiate a smoldering gaze or wear clothes that dramatically reveal your body's most appealing qualities. You already know all that stuff, of course; in light of this week's assignment, I just wanted to remind you.

And what is that assignment? To be profoundly attractive and alluring without being obvious about it. With that as your strategy, you'll draw to you the exact blessings and benefits you need. So do you have any brilliant notions about how to proceed? Here's one idea: Be utterly at peace with who you really are.

aQuarius (Jan. 20-feB. 18) I brazenly predict, my dear Aquarius, that in the next 10 months you will fall in love with love more deeply than you have in more than a decade. You will figure out a way to exorcise the demons that have haunted your relationship with romance, and you will enjoy some highly entertaining amorous interludes. The mysteries of intimacy will reveal new secrets to you, and you will have good reasons to redefine the meaning of "fun." Is there any way these prophecies of mine could possibly fail to materialize? Yes, but only if you take yourself too seriously and insist on remaining attached to the old days and old ways.

pisces (feB. 19-march 20) Be alert for fake magic, and make yourself immune to its seductive appeal. Do not, under any circumstances, allow yourself to get snookered by sexy delusions, enticing hoaxes or clever mirages. There will in fact be some real magic materializing in your vicinity, and if you hope to recognize it you must not be distracted by the counterfeit stuff. This is a demanding assignment, Pisces. You will have to be both skeptical and curious, both tough-minded and innocently receptive. Fortunately, the astrological omens suggest you now have an enhanced capacity to live on that edge.

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Hendersonville Road, Fletcher.

Free. Info: 216–3492.

Brevard Brewing Company Open Mic • THURSDAYS, 7:30pm Brevard Brewing Company will host an open mic at 63 East Main St., Brevard. Free.

Info: www.brevard-brewing. com.

Brevard Music Center Festival Held in the Brevard Music Center, 349 Andante Lane, Brevard. Info: www.brevardmusic.org or 862-2105.

• Through SU (8/5) Highlights include HMS Pinafore on July 19-21, "From Gershwin to Ellington" on July 21 and Shostakovich Symphony No. 5 on July 22.

See website for full schedule.

Concerts on the Creek • FR (7/20), 7:30-9:30pm - Concerts on the Creek will feature The Elderly Brothers (classic rock) at Bridge Park Pavilion, 76 Railroad Ave., Sylva. Free. Info: www.mountainlovers.com or 962-1911.

Drums on the Water • SATURDAYS, 7-9pm Drums on the Water, a weekly lakeside drum circle, will be held at Highland Lake Cove Retreat, 215 Rhett Drive, Flat Rock. Free. Info: www.highlandlakecove.com.

Dead Surf • TH (7/19), 7pm - Dead Surf (surf-inspired music) will perform on the lawn of WCU's A.K. Hinds University Center as part of the summer concert series. Free. Info: www.wcu. edu/26918.asp.

Dulcimers in the Round • TH (7/19), 7pm "Dulcimers in the Round," featuring 10 instructors from WCU's Dulcimer U, will be held in the university's Bardo Performing Arts Center. $12/$7 students and children.

Info: 227-2479.

Hannah Levin • FR (7/20), 7-8pm - A CD release party for Hannah Levin (singer-songwriter) will be held at The OOAK Gallery, 573 Micaville Loop, Micaville.

The evening will include food and drink. Free. Info: www. ooakartgallery.com.

Maggie Valley Opry • SA (7/21), 8pm - Eddie Rose and Highway Forty (bluegrass) will perform at the Maggie Valley Opry, 3605 Soco Road. Raymond Fairchild opens. $12. Info: http://avl.mx/hj or http://avl. mx/hk.

Music By The Lake • SU (7/22), 5-7pm - Music by the Lake presents Scott Ainslie. Bring a chair and picnic. Held at Blue Ridge Community College. Rain location: Thomas Auditorium.

Free. Info: 694-1743.

Music on Main Street • FR (7/20), 7-9pm - Deano and the Dreamers (oldies and standards) will perform as part of the Music on Main Street series. Held at the Henderson County Visitors Center, 201 S. Main St., Hendersonville.

The Hendersonville Antique Car Club will present a car show in conjunction with the performance. Free. Info: www. historichendersonville.org or 693-9708.

Pianoforte Recital • SU (7/22), 3pm - The Asheville Art Museum, 2 S. Pack Square, hosts pianist Teresa Sumpter performing works by Beethoven, Schubert, Debussy and Schoenberg. Reservations recommended. Info and registration: www.ashevilleart.org or 253-3227.

Pickin' in Lake Lure • SATURDAYS, 6:30-9pm Pickin' in Lake Lure invites the public to bring guitars, fiddles, bass, bagpipes and other instruments for an informal jam session. Held beside the smokehouse across from the Lake Lure beach. Free. Info: www.pickin-in-lakelure.com.

Songcatchers Music Series Performances are held at the Cradle of Forestry, Hwy. 276 in Pisgah National Forest near Brevard. $6 adults/$3 ages 4-15. Info: 877-3130.

• SU (7/22), 3-5pm - Laura Boosinger (music of the southern mountains).

St. Matthias Musical Performances Located at 1 Dundee St. (off South Charlotte). Info: 2850033.

• SU (7/22), 3pm - Jason DeChristofaro (vibraphone).

By donation.

Sunday Songwriter's Serenade • SUNDAYS, 2-5pm - Local songwriters meet regularly to give one another thematic assignments and perform original folk, blues and pop tunes written as a group.

Held at Wall Street Coffee House, 62 Wall St. Donations accepted. Info: 424-3460.

Swannanoa Chamber Music Festival • TUESDAYS & SUNDAYS through (7/22) - 7:30pm The Swannanoa Chamber Music Festival will feature The Swannanoa Chamber Players, The Jasper Quartet and The Enso String Quartet.

Tuesday performances are held in Warren Wilson College's Kittredge Auditorium.

Sunday concerts are held at the Waynesville Performing Arts Center, 250 Pigeon St., Waynesville. $20/students free. Info and schedule: www. swannanoachambermusic. com or 771-3050.

Swannanoa Gathering

• MO (7/23), 7:30pm - A concert of old-time music will feature Bruce Molsky, Ginny Hawker and Tracy Schwarz, The New Southern Ramblers and others in Warren Wilson's Kittredge Theatre. Held in conjunction with the Swannanoa Gathering. $18/$9 children under 12. Info: 771-3761.

• WE (7/25), 7:30pm - A concert of old-time music will feature Alice Gerrard, Mike Bryant, Lightnin’ Wells and others in Warren Wilson's Kittredge Theatre. Held in conjunction with the Swannanoa Gathering. $18/$9 children under 12. Info: 771-3761.

The Buchanan Boys • TH (7/26), 7pm - The Buchanan Boys (country, rock) will perform on the lawn of WCU's A.K. Hinds University Center as part of the summer concert series. Free. Info: www.wcu. edu/26918.asp.

The Honeycutters • TH (7/26), 6pm - The Honeycutters ("Applachian honky tonk") will perform at Lake Tomahawk, 401 Laurel Circle Drive, Black Mountain.

Free. Info: www.thehoneycutters.com.

Twang On Festival • FR (7/20) & SA (7/21) Geneva Riverside Lodging, Tiki Bar and Grill, 3147 Memorial Highway, Lake Lure, will host the Twang On Festival, featuring performances by The Whiskey Gentry, Have Gun Will Travel, Black Iron Gathering and DJs RhineStoned and Kevy Duty. Free, but donations accepted. Info: http://avl.mx/i5 or 625-4121.

Outdoors Lake James Boat Slips (pd.) Covered and uncovered.

Starting at $1600/year. 828 584-0666. www.mountainharbourmarina.com Asheville Sailing Club Info: www.ashevillesailing.org.

• 2nd SATURDAYS & 4th SUNDAYS - The public is invited to attend bi-monthly regattas, held at Lake Julian County Park in Skyland.

Sailors of all levels are welcome to join the club.

Bird Watching Tour • THURSDAYS, 8am - A bird watching tour, presented by the Henderson County Bird Club, meets at Highland Lake Inn, 86 Lily Pad Lane, Flat Rock. $25/$15 Inn guests.

Info and registration: 6936812.

BRP After-Hours Hike • TH (7/19), 7-8:30pm - An easy evening stroll on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail will depart from Craven Gap, MP 377.4 on the Blue Ridge

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Parkway. Free. Registration required: 298-5330.

BRP Hike of the Week • FR (7/20), 10am - A 1.5mile easy-to-moderate hike to Fryingpan Tower to see summer wildflowers will depart from MP 409.6 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Bring water, hiking shoes and be prepared for inclement weather. Free.

Info: 298-5330.

Events at REI Located at 31 Schenck Parkway. Info: 687-0918 or www.rei.com/asheville.

• WE (7/18), 6-7:30pm - An interactive workshop on how to pack kayaks and be safe in the water. Free. Registration required.

• TH (7/19), 6:30-8pm - A class on camp cooking basics will feature easy-to-prepare meals. Free. Registration required.

• SU (7/22), 11:30am-5pm - A full-day class on thruhiking the Appalachian Trail will discuss logistics, gear, nutrition and tips. Registration required. $25.

• TU (7/24), 6-8pm - A class on bike maintenance will cover how to change a flat tire, perform trailside emergency spot truing and use basic tools. Bike wheels and tools provided. $40/$20 members. Registration required.

• WE (7/25), 6-8pm - A class on map and compass navigation basics will feature hands-on time outside. Maps and compasses provided, but feel free to bring your own.

Registration required. $50/$30 members.

• TH (7/26), 6-8pm - A class on GPS navigation basics will include hands-on experience.

Bring GPS unit if possible and familiarize yourself with the device's manual. $50/$30 members. Registration required.

Flat Top Manor Tours • SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS, 9am, 10am, 11am, 2pm & 3pm - Tours of Flat Top Manor, the former home of Moses and Bertha Cone, will be led by Blue Ridge Parkway rangers. Departs from Moses H. Cone Memorial Park, MP 294 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Free. Registration required: 295-3782.

Guided Tour of Chestnut Orchard • WEDNESDAYS, 11am Guided tours of the Chestnut orchard. $15 includes lunch.

119 Ranch Drive, Maggie Valley. Reservations required: 926-1401.

Hemphill Bald • TH (7/19), 9am - A moderate 7.5-mile hike to Hemphill Bald will meet at locations in Asheville and Waynesville.

$35/$10 members. Info, location and registration: grtsmoky@bellsouth.net, www. smokiestrailsforever.org or 452-0720.

Little Tennessee River Canoe Float • TH (7/19), 10am-2pm - A guided canoe float down the Little Tennessee River will be hosted by Highlands Biological Station. $35 includes rental and lunch. Info and location: www.highlandsbiological.org or 526-2221.

Parenting 2 Events • Natural Solution for ADHD & Learning Disabilities (pd.) Monday, Aug. 20 6:30pm. Free 40-minute talk about how the brain processes information, and how the problems can be permanently corrected in adults and children. Earth Fare Westgate, 66 Westgate Parkway, Asheville, RSVP 828-216-4444 or wes@WesBeach.com • Wednesday, August 22, 6:30pm. Natural Solution for ADHD & Learning Disabilities: Free 35-minute talk about how the brain processes information, and how the problems can be permanently corrected in adults and children. Earth Fare South. 1856 Hendersonville Rd,, Asheville, RSVP 828-216-4444 or wes@WesBeach.com Events at Pardee Hospital All programs held at the Pardee Health Education Center in the Blue Ridge Mall, Hendersonville. Free, but registration is required unless otherwise noted. Info and registration: www.pardeehospital. org or 692-4600.

• TH (7/26), 6:30-8pm Infant care class.

Green Parents Club • FRIDAYS, 9am - This group of eco-minded parents meets at Biltmore Coffee Traders, 518 Hendersonville Road, for hands on workshops, including planting kids' gardens, growing sprouts, making green cleaners and more.

Children welcome. Info: 7128439 or http://avl.mx/em.

Public Lectures ASU Lunch and Learn • WE (7/18), noon - Lunch and Learn will feature a presentation on Polish artists in ASU's Turchin Center Lecture Hall. Free. Info: www.tcva.org.

Operation Christmas Child Presentation • WE (7/25), 6:25pm The Operation Christmas Child Committee of First Presbyterian Church will present a program on “The Spiritual Impact of a Gift-Filled Shoe Box" at 699 Grove St., Hendersonville. Buffet dinner

begins at 5:25pm. Free/$7 dinner. Info and reservations: 696-2996.

Public Lectures & Events at UNCA Events are free unless otherwise noted.

• WE (7/18), 9:30am "Dante and the Crisis of Class Warfare," with Richard Lansing, retired faculty member of Brandeis University.

Held in UNCA's Reuter Center.

Info: http://ncccr.unca.edu/ special-programs or 2516140.

• TH (7/19), 7pm - "Making a Case for the DG PV EV: Electric Vehicles and the Power Grid," with Dave Erb. Held in UNCA's Robinson Hall, Room 125. Info: derb@unca. edu or 258-7659.

Seniors Asheville Tourists Baseball Game • WE (7/25), 5:30-11pm - A trip for seniors to see the Asheville Tourists baseball game will depart from Waynesville Recreation Center, 550 Vance St. $14/$12 members. Price includes ticket. Info and registration: recprograms@ townofwaynesville.org or 456-2030.

SeniorSalt HymnSing • SU (7/22), 3-9pm SeniorSalt Hymn Sings are an opportunity for seniors to gather for worship and fellowship. Participants will sing traditional hymns, read Scripture passages and hear the stories behind the songs.

A buffet-style meal precedes the evening's activities.

Hosted by The Cove at the Billy Graham Training Center, 1 Porter's Cove Road. $29.

Info and registration: http:// avl.mx/h3.

Spirituality Aquarian Compassionate Fellowship (pd.) Metaphysical program inspired by spiritual growth topics of your choice.

Meditation, potluck, St. Germain live channeled piano music. • Second and Fourth Wednesday. 6:30pm. • Donation. (828) 658-3362.

Asheville Compassionate Communication Center (pd.) Free practice group.

Learn ways to create understanding and clarity in your relationships, work and community by practicing compassionate communication (nonviolent communication).

2nd and 4th Thursdays, 5:006:15pm, 252-0538. www. ashevilleccc.com Asheville Meditation Group (pd.) Practice meditation in a supportive group environment.

Guided meditations follow the Insight/Mindfulness/Vipassana practices. Insight meditation cultivates a happier, more peaceful and focused mind.

Our "sangha" (a community of cool people) provides added support and joy to one’s spiritual awakening process.

All are invited. • By donation.

• Tuesdays, 7pm-8:30pm: Guided meditation and discussion. • Sundays, 10am11:30am: Seated meditation and dharma talks. • The Women’s Wellness Center, 24 Arlington Street, Asheville.

• Info/directions: (828) 8084444. • www.ashevillemeditation.com Astro-Counseling (pd.) Licensed counselor and accredited professional astrologer uses your chart when counseling for additional insight into yourself, your relationships and life directions. Readings also available.

Christy Gunther, MA, LPC. (828) 258-3229.

Indian Classical Dance (pd.) Is both prayer and an invocation of the highest divinity. Learn the dance the Natya Shastra called "the highest form of yoga" Bharatanatyam.

Call Tess: 301-0331.

Indigo Soul Healing Workshop (pd.) Sat. (7/21), 9:30am12:00pm, in Weaverville.

Always had a strong sense of purpose yet felt like “a stranger in a strange land”?

You may be an adult Indigo in need of healing. Cost $50/person. More info at: YouAreYourHealer.com or 828-458-3543.

Awakening Practice Group • 2nd & 4th WEDNESDAYS, 7-9pm - Awakening Practices Group, an "Eckhart Tolle group with an emphasis on putting Tolle's words and pointers into action through meditation and discussion," will meet at Insight Counseling, 25 Orange St. By donation. Info: Trey@ QueDox.com or 670-8283.

Centering Prayer • WEDNESDAYS, 9:30am Centering Prayer, a method of contemplative prayer or Christian meditation, is offered each Wednesday at Haywood Street Congregation, 297 Haywood St., Room 4.

Welcome table at 11:30am and worship at 12:30pm. Free to attend. Info: www. haywoodstreet.org or cszarke@ yahoo.com.

Dowsing Training and Practice • MONDAYS, 9am-12:30pm - Dowsing training and practice will focus on tapping into the superconscious universal mind through pendulums and L Rods. $40. Info and location: UltimateEnergyHealing@ gmail.com.

Earth Sabbath

• MO (7/23), 7pm - Earth Sabbath, an "experimental service which utilizes community building exercises and readings from many faith traditions," will be held at St. Mary's Church, 337 Charlotte St. Free. Info: info@ncipl.org.

First Congregational Church in Hendersonville Fifth Avenue West at White Pine Street, Hendersonville.

Programs by donation, unless otherwise noted. Info: 6928630 or www.fcchendersonville.org.

• SU (7/22), 9:15am - Bible scholar John Snodgrass will discuss the parables of Jesus.

Light Center 2190 N.C. Highway 9 S., Black Mountain. Info: www. urlight.org or 669-6845.

• WEDNESDAYS, 2:303:30pm - Prayer for United States and world conditions.

• DAILY, 10am-5pm - Light room, trails and labyrinth open daily. Free.

• THURSDAYS, 2-3:30pm Infinite Way tape study group.

Free.

• SUNDAYS, 3-4pm - Prayer for world peace. Free.

Meditation Class • WE (7/18), 6-8pm - Swami Ken will lead a meditation class, including satsang and Q&A, at North Asheville Library, 1030 Merrimon Ave. Free. Info: 284-6149.

Montreat Conference Center 401 Assembly Drive, Montreat. Info: www.montreat.org or 669.2911.

• Through TH (7/19), 9-11:30am - The Presbyterian History and Reformed Theology Lecture Series will focus on global Christianity, with experts on Africa, South America, Asia and the field of missiology. Free; no registration required.

• SU (7/22), 10:30am Guest preacher Rev. Dr. Susan DeWyngaert will present “A House Called Holiness.”

Morning Sitting Meditation • THURSDAYS, 7am - A mostly silent, simply guided meditation based in the yogic tradition. All meditators are welcome, whatever style of silent meditation preferred.

Hosted by One Center Yoga, 120 Coxe Ave., Suite 3A. By donation. Info: www.onecenteryoga.com.

Power Healing Group • TUESDAYS, 7pm - "Learn and practice simple techniques to heal yourself physically, emotionally and other ways through the 'Power of Soul.'" Meetings held at Unity Church of Asheville, 130 Shelburne Road. By donation.

Info: 258-9584.

Sacred Embodiment Center

Located at 41 Carolina Lane in Asheville. www.thesacredembodimentcenter.com or 216-2983.

• SUNDAYS, 6-8pm Asheville Intenders Circle will be preceded by a potluck.

"We support each other in manifesting the highest good together and invite you to join us."

The Law of Karma • SU (7/22), 11am12:30pm - Spiritual Laws of Life Workshop: The Law of Karma. “We are responsible for whatever we do.

According to the Law of Karma, any act we perform sets something in motion.”

Held at Eckankar Center of Asheville, 797 Haywood Road, lower level. Info: www. eckankar-nc.org or 254-6775.

The Sacred Principle of AYNI • TH (7/19), 7-9pm - “The Sacred Principle of AYNI: The Ritual Expression of Gratitude and Appreciation" will be presented as part of the Embracing the Global Heart series at the Center for Spiritual Living, 2 Science of Mind Way. By donation.

Info and registration: www. cslasheville.org, heartsong2@ charter.net or 231-7638.

Ultimate Energy Healing • MONDAYS, 1pm - Learn and practice Ultimate Energy Healing for people, pets and places. Technique combines nine healing modalities into one. $40. Info and directions: UltimateEnergyHealing@ gmail.com.

Unity Church of Asheville Located at 130 Shelburne Road. Info: www.unityofasheville.com or 252-5010.

• SUNDAYS, 11am - Spiritual celebration service. --- 12:302pm - A Course in Miracles study group.

What Does it Mean to Be Present?

• TH (7/19), 6pm - "Am I Really Here? What Does it Mean to Be Present?" a discussion hosted by the Gurdjieff Foundation of WNC at the Asheville Movement Center, 4 Richmond Ave., Asheville. Free. Info: 2322220.

Spoken & Written Word Black Mountain Center for the Arts Old City Hall, 225 West State St., Black Mountain. Mon.Wed. and Fri., 10am-5pm; Thurs., 11am-3pm. Info: www.BlackMountainArts.org or 669-0930.

• FR (7/20), noon-1pm - The Lunchtime Literary and Music Series will feature Michael Jefry Stevens (jazz piano) and

Tina Barr (poetry). Free; donations accepted.

Buncombe County Public Libraries LIBRARY ABBREVIATIONS All programs are free unless otherwise noted. Each Library event is marked by the following location abbreviations: n BM = Black Mountain Library (105 N. Dougherty St., 250-4756) n EA = East Asheville Library (902 Tunnel Road, 250-4738) n EC = Enka-Candler Library (1404 Sandhill Road, 2504758) n FV = Fairview Library (1 Taylor Road, 250-6484) n LE = Leicester Library (1561 Alexander Road, 2506480) n NA = North Asheville Library (1030 Merrimon Avenue, 250-4752) n PM = Pack Memorial Library (67 Haywood Street, 250-4700) n SS = Skyland/South Buncombe Library (260 Overlook Road, 250-6488) n SW = Swannanoa Library (101 West Charleston Street, 250-6486) n WV = Weaverville Library (41 N. Main Street, 250-6482) n Library storyline: 250-KIDS. • WE (7/18), 10:30am "Dream Big and Sing," with the Moozic Lady. All ages. BM --- 10:30am - Dreamcatcher workshop. Ages 8 and up. Advanced registration required. PM --- 11am - "Fur, Feathers and Scales," with the WNC Nature Center. All ages.

EA --- 2:30pm - "Dream Big," with Flow Circus. All ages.

SS --- 3pm - "3-2-1 Blast Off!" with the Colburn Earth Science Museum. Ages 5 and up. Free ticket required. NA --- 5pm - Swannanoa Library Knitters. SW • TH (7/19), 10:30am - Ice cream party with Fairview Fire Department. Pre-schoolers only. FV --- 11am - "Build Your Own Rocket" workshop.

Ages 6 and up. LL --- 2pm "The Balloon Fairy." All ages.

EC --- 3pm - "Mountain Story Magic Story Tellers." All ages.

Free ticket required. WV • TH (7/19), 2:30-4pm Book club: Night Train to Lisbon by Pascal Mercier. SS • FR (7/20) & SA (7/21), 10am-4pm - A used book sale will feature coffee table books, children's literature, art prints and more. PM • SA (7/21), 10am-4pm - A book sale will feature adult and children's books. EA • TU (7/24), 1pm - "The Night Sky Planetarium," with Colburn Earth Sciences Museum. All ages. FV • TU (7/24), 7pm - "Our Favorite Books" encourages readers to share one of their favorite books. Participants

are invited to bring knitting or other handiwork projects. BM • WE (7/25), 10:30am - "Fur, Feathers and Scales," with the WNC Nature Center. All ages.

PM --- 2pm - "Dreaming up a Library Wishing Well."

All ages. BM --- 3pm - The balloon fairy. Ages 4 and up.

Free ticket required. NA • TH (7/26), 10:30am "Dream Big with Mountain Story Magic." Ages 5 and up. BM --- 11am - "Night Creatures," with the WNC Nature Center. All ages. LE --- 3-4pm - Bring-your-own T-Shirt screen printing craft.

All ages. Free tickets required.

WV • TH (7/26), 6pm - Book club: Destiny of the Republic: A Tale of Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President

by Candice Millard. SW City Lights Bookstore Located at 3 E. Jackson St., Sylva. Events are free, unless otherwise noted. Info: www. citylightsnc.com or 586-9499.

• TH (7/19), 10:30am Coffee with the Poet will feature Susan Meyers.

• FR (7/20), 6:30pm - David Dorondo will discuss his book Riders of the Apocalypse.

• SA (7/21), 2pm - A publishing workshop and poetry reading event will feature three authors from FinishingLine Press.

Grateful Steps Publishing house located at 159 S. Lexington Ave. Events are free, unless otherwise noted. Info: www.gratefulsteps.com or 277-0998.

• FR (7/20), 6-7:30pm Elizabeth Pace will read from her book My Dog Never Barks, Things Your Better Know Before You Become a Landlord.

Malaprop's Bookstore and Cafe 55 Haywood St. Info: www. malaprops.com or 254-6734.

Events are free, unless otherwise noted.

• WE (7/18), 7pm - Eric G. Wilson will sign his book Everyone Loves a Good Train Wreck. --- 7pm - Comix club: Laika by Nick Abadzis.

• TH (7/19), 7pm - Bring fiber projects to UrbanGypZ, a meeting of fiber artists with Stacey Budge-Kamison.

• FR (7/20), 7pm - A booksigning and corn shuck doll demo will be hosted by Anne Freels, author of Making Colorful Corn Shuck Dolls.

Ron Rash • SU (7/22), 3pm - Ron Rash will present his books Serena and The Cove, as well as his award-winning short stories, in UNCA's Reuter Center. Free ticket required. Info: http:// ncccr.unca.edu/specialprograms or 251-6140.

Stories on Asheville’s Front Porch • SA (7/21), 10:30am Storyteller Michael Reno Harrell and Wallace Shealy will perform at Stories on Asheville’s Front Porch in Pack Place's Rhino Courtyard.

Enter through the corridor off Biltmore Ave., near Marble Slab Creamery. Held rain or shine. Free. Info: www.packplace.org.

Summer Songs Mystical Poetry • SA (7/21), 7:30pm "Summer Songs: A Mystical Poetry Evening" will feature recitation by Kaveen Hutchison and red cedar flute accompaniment by Theo Chappell. Held at Town and Mountain Training Center, 261 Asheland Ave. $15. Info: 777-0369.

Touring WNC Backroads • TH (7/26), 2pm - Carolyn Sakowski will speak about her book Touring the Western North Carolina Backroads at Henderson County Library, 301 N Washington St. Free.

Info: 697-4725.

WNC Mysterians Critique Group • TH (7/19), 6pm - The WNC Mysterians Critique Group will meet at Atlanta Bread Company, 633 Merrimon Ave #A (in the corner by the stairs). For serious mystery/ suspense/thriller writers. Info: www.wncmysterians.org or 712-5570.

Sports Cheshire Racquet Club We're Open! (pd.) Come Play Tennis!

Clay Courts - 6 Outdoor and Indoor Clinics with Pro Wayne Forester Tuesdays/Thursdays 6:30PM and Saturdays 11AM. Members and Non-Menbers Welcome! All Levels and Ages. 195 Dogwood Lane off Hwy 9 South. 828-669-6657 tennis@villageofcheshire.com Aqua Fitness Class • TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS through (8/2), 12:10-12:55pm - WCU will offer an aqua fitness class in the pool of Reid Gym. Registration is ongoing. $35. Info: http://learn.wcu.edu or 227-7397.

Asheville Hoops • TUESDAYS, 5:30-7:30 pm - Asheville Hoops encourages beginners and experienced hula hoopers to meet at Pritchard Park for informal hooping. Free. Info: www. ashevillehoops.com.

French Broad Cycling Classic • FR (7/20) through SU (7/22) - French Broad Cycling Classic includes a time trial, road race and 10 categories of licensed races. Designed for amateurs through professionals. $35 per rider. Info and

locations: www.frenchbroadcyclingclassic2012.com.

Ultimate Frisbee League • MONDAYS, 6pm - The Asheville Ultimate Club hosts leagues for rookies, women and men. Games are held Monday nights at Memorial Stadium with a co-ed league to meet Wednesdays. Info and registration: www.ashevilleultimate.org.

Theater Adventures of Louis de Rougemont • TH (7/19), 8pm - Shipwrecked! An Entertainment: The Amazing Adventures of Louis de Rougemont (as Told by Himself) will be performed in ASU's Valborg Theatre as part of the Appalachian Summer Festival. $10. Info: www. appsummer.org.

Flat Rock Playhouse Mainstage: Highway 225, Flat Rock. Downtown location: 125 South Main St., Hendersonville. Info: www. flatrockplayhouse.org or 693-0731.

• WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (8/5) - Proof, the story of a young woman who must "sort out and deal with a number of long-denied feelings and fears" after the death of her mathematician father. Performed at the downtown location. Wed.Sat., 8pm; Thurs., Sat. and Sun., 2pm. $35 with discounts for seniors, students and groups.

• WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS (7/25) until (8/19) - Guys and Dolls, the story of Nathan Detroit's floating crap game, his fiance and a "Salvation Army-style band determined to clean out and clean up the evildoers of Time Square." Wed.-Sat., 8pm; Wed., Thurs., Sat. and Sun., 2pm. Performed on the Mainstage. $40; discounts for seniors, students and groups.

Hard Travelin' With Woody • WE (7/18) through SA (7/21), 7:30pm; SU (7/22), 2pm - Hard Travelin' with Woody, a one-man play about Woody Guthrie, featuring Randy Noojin, will be performed at N.C. Stage Company, 15 Stage Lane. $18-$15. Info: www.ncstage. org, www.hardtravelinshow. com or 239-0263.

Hendersonville Little Theatre Located at the Barn on State Street between Kanuga and Willow Roads in Hendersonville. Info: 6921082 or www.hendersonvillelittletheatre.org.

• FRIDAYS through SUNDAYS until (7/22) - The Miss Firecracker Contest,

the story of a woman from Mississippi determined to "win this year’s contest, salvage her reputation and leave town in a blaze of glory." Fri. & Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $20/$10 children. Info: www. hendersonvillelittletheatre.org or 692-1082.

Montford Park Players Unless otherwise noted, performances are free and take place outdoors Fri.Sun. at 7:30pm at Hazel Robinson Amphitheater in Montford. Bring folding chair and umbrella in case of rain.

Donations accepted. Info: 254-5146 or www.montfordparkplayers.org.

• FRIDAYS through SUNDAYS until (7/21), 7:30pm - A Midsummer Night’s Dream, "the adventures of four young Athenian lovers and a group of amateur actors who are manipulated by the fairies who inhabit the forest in which most of the play is set." A cutest dog contest will be held each Saturday and the winning dog will perform in the final act.

Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre Performances are held at Mars Hill College's Owen Theatre. Info: www.sartplays. org or 689-1239.

• THURSDAYS through SUNDAYS until (7/22) - The Light in the Piazza, a musical set in Italy during the summer of 1953. Winner of six Tony Awards. Performance dates and times vary. $28/$25 seniors/$20 students.

The Magnetic Field 372 Depot St. Info: www. themagneticfield.com or 257-4003.

• THURSDAYS through SATURDAYS until (7/21), 7:30pm - Brief Encounters: New Magnetic Voices, six new original short plays from playwrights, actors and directors who are new to The Magnetic Field stage. $15/$12 on Thurs.

Volunteering Academic Year in America • Through WE (8/1) - Host families are needed to house exchange students ages 15-18. Students will arrive in August and remain in the country for one school year.

Info: info@internationalfamily. info or www.aifsfoundation. org.

Animal Compassion Network 803 Fairview St. Info: www. animalcompassionnetwork. org or 274-DOGS. • Animal Compassion Network seeks volunteers to care for cats, coordinate foster homes and help with the pet food assistance program.

Info: www.animalcompassionnetwork.org or 274-3647.

• ACN seeks volunteers for its low cost shot clinic on July 21. Info: www.animalcompassionnetwork.org or 258-4820.

Asheville Area Arts Council: The Artery Community arts facility at 346 Depot St. Tues.-Sat., 11am4pm. Info: www.ashevillearts. com.

• Through TU (8/21) - AAAC seeks volunteers for the Tangerine Ball on Sept. 15.

Volunteers are also needed for the pre-Tangerine Ball fashion show on Aug 23. Info: info@ ashevillearts.com.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of WNC Located at 50 S. French Broad Ave., Room 213, in the United Way building. The organization matches children from singleparent homes with adult mentors. Info: www.bbbswnc.org or 253-1470.

• Big Brothers Big Sisters seeks people to mentor one hour a week in schools and after-school sites. Volunteers age 18 and older are also needed to share outings in the community twice a month with youth from single-parent homes. Activities are free or low-cost. Info: www. bbbswnc.org or 253-1470.

Information session on July 24 at noon at the United Way building, 50 S. French Broad Ave., Room 213.

Buncombe County Jail • Volunteers are sought for a variety of programs with inmates from Buncombe County Jail. Must be 21 years or older. Info: 989-9459.

Council on Aging • Volunteers are needed to drive seniors to doctor appointments as part of the Call A Ride program.

Volunteers use their own vehicles; mileage reimbursement is available. Info: www. coabc.org or 277-8288.

Hands On Asheville-Buncombe Youth are welcome on many projects with adult supervision. Info: www.handsonasheville.org or call 2-1-1.

Visit the website to sign up for a project.

• SU (7/22), 2-3pm - Knitn-Give encourages knitters of all skill levels to make hats for the WNCCHS Pediatric Program and Homeward Bound of Asheville.

• MO (7/23), 4-6pm - Help tidy and organize the play rooms of the family visitation center.

• TH (7/26), 11am-12:30pm - Shake and Bake: Cook and serve a homemade lunch to the men staying at the ABCCM Veterans Restoration Quarters and Inn. Both men and women are encouraged to participate.

Meals-On-Wheels Pet Food Assistance • Asheville Meals-On-Wheels Pet Food Assistance will accept pet food, kitty litter and pet supplies at Fairview Animal Hospital, 867 Charlotte Hwy #A. Home or business pick-up is available. Info: 628-2275.

MotherLove Mentor • The YWCA MotherLove program seeks volunteers to provide support and encouragement to teen mothers. A commitment of eight hours per is month required. Info: 254-7206.

New Opportunities Thrift Store • The Opportunity House, 1411 Asheville Highway, Hendersonville, seeks donations for the New Opportunities Thrift Store.

Volunteers also needed during store hours. Info: 692-0575.

Partners Unlimited • Partners Unlimited, a program for at-risk youth ages 10-18, seeks volunteer tutors and website assistance. Info: partnersunlimited@juno.com or 281-2800.

Project Linus • Project Linus, a volunteer group which provides handmade blankets to children in crisis, seeks new members.

Info: 645-8800.

RiverFest • RiverLink seeks volunteers for RiverFest. Opportunities include parking cars, pulling rafts, pouring beer and more.

Info: dave@riverlink.org or 252-8474.

Blue Ridge Husky Rescue • Blue Ridge Husky Rescue seeks board members and volunteers. Info: info@ BlueRidgeHuskyRescue.org or 407-0022.

Youth for Understanding USA • Through FR (8/31) - Youth for Understanding USA seeks host families for its exchange programs through Aug. 31.

Info: www.yfuusa.org.

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a strong support system: Registered nurse Diane Frankel smiles as she holds Natanya Taylor’s son, Zyheim. Taylor and Frankel worked together as part of the Buncombe County Nurse-Family Partnership program. Photo by Caitlin Byrd

BY Caitlin BYrd As a first-time mother, Natanya Taylor admits she did not always know what to do when her son, Zyheim, continued to cry.

"Is he hungry? Is he tired? I just didn't know how to make him stop crying," she recalls.

To get answers, she phoned Diane Frankel, a registered nurse with the Buncombe County Nurse-Family Partnership program. She is known as "an extra mom," charged with helping first-time, low-income mothers before and after the birth of their child.

"She's been there, even through my personal problems,” Taylor says. “She's been there to listen and be there for me.”And Frankel was also there to teach. She offers such as tips as turning on a fan to stop a baby from crying, and helped Taylor find solutions.

That nurse-to-mother bond is one that the young mother says she “won't never forget, and that I know [my son] won't never forget. ...

Hopefully there's a way that we can always stay in contact with each other.”

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Taylor was one of 10 mothers who graduated from the program on July 10, and adds that the advice and guidance she received from the program stays with her. [Frankel] “gave me a binder, and I still have it,” she says. “It has everything from what he should wear in the winter, to sunscreen, to baby care, and I still go back and look at it.”

The program does more than provide mothers with tips to get their babies to sleep.

It pairs nurses like Frankel with local firsttime, low-income mothers to improve maternal health, promote healthy child development and help these new moms either continue their education, or find work.

And, according to statistics, it works.

"Longitudinal studies show that there's a decreased risk of incarceration for parents and children; higher rates of self-advocacy, employment and completing high school for the parents enrolled and also for their children," says Ginger Clough, a registered nurse with the program. She continues, "We're having lower rates of pre-term labor

for our clients and higher rates for students staying in high school."

For 18-year-old April Burroughs, the program empowered her to earn her high school diploma from Community High School and graduate a year early — with the highest honors in her class and two scholarships.

"They're a good support when you need them and when you don't have anybody else,” says Burroughs. “I lived on my own at the time, and they really helped me figure out how my baby was developing and what I needed to do," she says. "I'm so grateful for my nurse. I couldn't have done it without her or my husband." Now, Burroughs dreams of becoming a crime-scene investigator, and plans to attend A-B Tech or South CollegeAsheville.

For this program to be effective, the relationship between nurse, mother and family begins well before the birth of the child, Clough explains. Through regular in-home visits, nurses work with mothers before the 28th week of pregnancy until the child turns 2 years old. The Nurse-Family Partnership is a national community health program, with participating agencies around the country.

Currently, the Buncombe County program serves 100 families, but will likely add 25 families after hiring a new nurse later this year.

"For me, personally, watching young women grow confidence and skills for parenting is truly special,” says Clough. “And a big part of our program is helping them reach their heart's desire. Helping mothers and fathers name that, and taking small steps toward achieving that, it's an honor to be part of someone's exploration of themselves and who they're becoming as a parent."

For Taylor, those moments she spent with Frankel cannot be forgotten.

"I feel like I'm providing stepping stones for Zyheim's future because someone provided those stepping stones for me as a mom," she said. X Send your health-and-wellness news and tips to Caitlin Byrd at cbyrd@mountainx.com or mxhealth@mountainx.com, or call 251-1333, ext. 140.

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Are You Trying To Force Yourself To Change? (pd.) Emotional Brain Training (EBT) is a structured program that addresses the Emotional Root Cause of using Food, Alcohol/Drugs, Overspending, Overworking to feel pleasure, numb out, and/or comfort and soothe ourselves. • Create a healthy lifestyle that promotes self compassion, brain health and grounded joy. Call 231-2107 or empowering.solutions@yahoo.com or visit website: www.ebt.org Asheville Center for Transcendental Meditation ("TM") (pd.) It's not contemplation, focusing on your breath, watching thoughts or trying to be mindful. It's a completely different process with far-reaching, scientifically validated benefits: During TM you effortlessly transcend thought to experience restful alertness or pure consciousness—the source of thought—reducing stress and revitalizing mind, body and spirit.

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• TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 3-4pm; SATURDAYS, 10:30-11:30am - A walking program for those with arthritis will be offered at Waynesville Recreation Center, 550 Vance St. Free with regular admission.

Info: recprograms@townofwaynesville.org or 4562030.

• TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS & SATURDAYS, 9am10am - An aquatic program for those with arthritis will be presented by the Arthritis Foundation at Waynesville Recreation Center, 550 Vance St. Free with regular admission. Info: recprograms@townofwaynesville.org or 456-2030.

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• SUNDAYS, 5:30-6:30pm & THURSDAYS, noon1pm - "We Are All Beginners," a class for practitioners of all levels, will be led by rising teachers who have

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• SA (7/21), 5-7pm - Ladies night: Yoga for menstral health. $20 donation.

Disordered Eating Presentation • TU (7/24), 7pm - Heather Wingert, director of T.H.E. (Treatment, Healing, and Education) Center for Disordered Eating, will discuss eating disorders at Malaprop's Bookstore, 55 Haywood St. Free. Info: www.malaprops.com or 254-6734.

Embodied Practice: Authentic Movement • WEDNESDAYS, 7-8:30pm - An "authentic movement group" to "liberate old patterns of mind and body, deepen self-awareness and build relationships."

No dance experience necessary. Held at Women's Wellness Center, 24 Arlington St. $15. Info: www. janellerailey.com or janellerailey@gmail.com.

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• THURSDAYS, 5:30-6:30pm - Pardee yoga, focusing on stretching, holding postures and meditation. $8.

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• MONDAYS, 10:30-11:30am & FRIDAYS, 10-11am - Strength training and low-impact aerobics. $6.

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• FR (7/20), noon-1pm - A program on creating healthy lifestyles.

• MONDAYS, 5:30-7pm & FRIDAYS, 5:45-7pm - Dynamic advanced yoga. $10. Registration not required.

• SATURDAYS, 8:30-9:30am - Gentle beginner yoga. $8. Registration not required.

• TUESDAYS, 5:30-6:30pm - TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly weight-loss support group. Registration not required.

• WE (7/25), 12:15-1:15pm - "The Aging Eye," a program about ocular health.

• TH (7/26), 12:30-2pm - "Lean, Mean, Thinking Machine," a program about integrating exercise into weekly routines.

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• WEDNESDAYS, 8:30am & FRIDAYS, 7:30pm - Orbit class, "Pilates on Wheels." $23.

• TUESDAYS, 6:30pm; FRIDAYS, 8:30am; SATURDAYS, 8am - Flow yoga. "Infuse the body and mind with flexibility and stability." $12.

• SU (7/22), 2-4pm - Restorative yoga workshop to relieve anxiety and stress. All levels welcome. $25.

• MONDAYS, 5:30pm - Core Barre, a challenging ballet barre class combined with Pilates. $12.

Listen to Your Body • WE (7/18), 6:30pm - An introduction to self-healing through biofeedback, breath and imagery. "Hear your body 'talk' with biofeedback, learn diaphragmatic breathing for deep relaxation and experience guided imagery for insight into symptoms." Held at the West Asheville Library, 942 Haywood Road. Free.

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Living Healthy with a Chronic Condition • THURSDAYS through (8/23), 2pm - Learn selfmanagement skills to live a healthy life during this six-week workshop for those with chronic health conditions and their caregivers. Held at Harvest House, 205 Kenilworth Road. $30 suggested donation.

Registration required: 251-7438.

The Red Cross 100 Edgewood Road. Info: www.redcrosswnc.org or 258-3888. Appointment and ID required for blood drives.

• TH (7/19), 7:30am-3:30pm - Blood drive: Charles George VA Medical Center, 1100 Tunnel Road. Info: 298-7911. --- 10am-2:30pm - Blood drive: South College, 140 Sweeten Creek Road. Info: 277-5521.

• SU (7/22), 8:30am-12:30pm - Blood drive: Central United Methodist Church, 27 Church St. Info: 2533316. --- 9am-1:30pm - Blood drive: The Rock Church, 273 Monte Vista Road, Candler. Info: 6707625.

• MO (7/23), 1-5:30pm - Blood drive: Jeanette Cothern Bloodstock, 828 Old U.S. Highway 70 W., Black Mountain. Info: 989-3187. --- 1:30-5:30pm - Blood drive: Ridgecrest Conference Center, 1 Ridgecrest Drive, Black Mountain. Info: 669-3592.

• TH (7/26), 7am-6pm - Blood drive: Mission Hospital, Kate B. Reynolds Classroom, 509 Biltmore Ave. Info: 213-2222 ext. 2.

Support Groups Adult Children Of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families ACOA is an anonymous 12-step, "Twelve Tradition" program for women and men who grew up in alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional homes. Info: www. adultchildren.org.

• FRIDAYS, 7pm - "Inner Child" study group, Grace Episcopal Church, 871 Merrimon Ave. Info: 989-8075.

• SATURDAYS, 9:45am - “There is a Solution,” Unity Center, 2041 Old Fanning Bridge Road, Mills River.

Info: 749-9537.

• SUNDAYS, 3pm - "Living in the Solution," The Servanthood House, 156 E. Chestnut St. Open big book study. Info: 989-8075.

• SUNDAYS, 2pm - "Inner Child" study group, 11 Pennsylvania Ave., Canton. Info: 648-2924.

• MONDAYS, 7pm - "Generations," First Congregational UCC, 20 Oak St. Info: 474-5120.

Al-Anon Al-Anon is a support group for the family and friends of alcoholics. More than 33 groups are available in the WNC area. Info: www.wnc-alanon.org or 800-2861326.

• WEDNESDAYS, 5:45pm - Al-Anon meeting for women, Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church, 798 Merrimon Ave. at Gracelyn Road.

• WEDNESDAYS, 11:30am - "Daytime Serenity," Pardee Education Center at the Blue Ridge Mall, 1800 Four Seasons Blvd. --- 7pm - Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church, 798 Merrimon Ave. --- 8pm "Listen and Learn," St. John's Episcopal Church, 339 S. Main St., Marion.

• THURSDAYS, 6pm - Al-Anon meeting for women, New Hope Presbyterian Church, 3020 Sweeten Creek Road.

• FRIDAYS, 12:30pm - "Keeping the Focus," First Baptist Church, 5 Oak St. Entrance near Charlotte Street. --- 5:30pm - "Family Matters," First United Church, 66 Harrison Ave., Franklin. --- 8pm "Lambda" open/LGBT meeting. Cathedral of All Souls, 9 Swan St. Info: 670-6277.

• MONDAYS, noon - "Keeping the Focus," First Baptist Church, 5 Oak St. Entrance near Charlotte Street. --6pm - "Attitude of Gratitude," Grace Episcopal Church, 871 Merrimon Ave. --- 7pm - First Christian Church, 201 Blue Ridge Road, Black Mountain. A beginner's meeting will proceed general meeting from 6:156:45pm on the 1st Monday of the month. --- 7:30pm - First United Methodist Church, Jackson and Church Streets, Sylva. --- 8pm - "Discovery," Ledger Baptist Church, U.S. 226 near Bakersville. --- 8pm - Pinecrest Presbyterian Church, 1790 Greenville Highway at North Highland Lake Road.

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Chronic Pain Support Group • SUNDAYS, 12:30-1:30pm - Open to those with chronic pain, friends and family. Held at Unity Church of Asheville, 130 Shelburne Road.

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Co-Dependents Anonymous A fellowship of men and women whose common purpose is to develop healthy relationships.

• SATURDAYS, 11am - First Congregational UCC, 20 Oak St. Info: 779-2317 or 299-1666.

Eating Disorder Family Support Group • 3rd SATURDAYS, 10-11:30am - A support group for family members and friends of individuals struggling with eating disorders. Held at T.H.E. Center for Disordered Eating, 297 Haywood St. Meetings focus on positive peer support and education. Led by licensed professionals. Free. Info: 337-4685 or www.thecenternc.org.

Eating Disorder Support Group • WEDNESDAYS, 7-8pm - Support group for adults at T.H.E. Center for Disordered Eating, 297 Haywood St. Meetings focus on positive peer support, coping skills and recovery tools. Led by licensed professionals. Free. Info: www.thecenternc.org or 337-4685.

Events at Pardee Hospital All programs held at the Pardee Health Education Center in the Blue Ridge Mall, Hendersonville. Free, but registration is required unless otherwise noted.

Info and registration: www.pardeehospital.org or 692-4600.

• WEDNESDAYS, noon-1:30pm & 5:30-7pm - Vet Center Out Station, a support group for veterans.

Registration required before attending first meeting.

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• MONDAYS, 2-3pm - "It Works," a 12-step program for individuals struggling to overcome food addiction. Registration not required. Info: 489-7259.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous • THURSDAYS, 6:30pm - Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous, Biltmore United Methodist Church, 376 Hendersonville Road. Info: 989-3227.

Marshall Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting • FRIDAYS, 7pm - AA meeting at Marshall Presbyterian Church, 165 South Main St. Info: www.ashevilleaa.org.

MemoryCaregivers Network Support for caregivers of loved ones who suffer from dementia and Alzheimer's. Info: 645-9189 or 230-4143.

• 4th TUESDAYS, 1-3pm - First Baptist Church of Weaverville, 63 North Main St. MS Caregiver • 3rd THURSDAYS, 6-8pm - CarePartners, 68 Sweeten Creek Road. Multiple Sclerosis caregivers only (no spouses). Info: 684-2453.

NAMI Support Groups The National Alliance on Mental Illness supports recovery for people living with mental illness and their families. All groups meet at 356 Biltmore Ave., #207/315. Free. Info: www.namiwnc.org or 5057353.

• 1st SATURDAYS, 10am & 3rd TUESDAYS, 6pm - CONNECTION support group for those with a diag-

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• 2nd & 4th MONDAYS, 11am - CONNECTION support group for those with a diagnosis.

Overcomers Classes • TUESDAYS - An Overcomers support group, for those dealing with addiction and other lifecontrolling problems, will meet in Mars Hill. Call for location and time: 689-9316.

Overeaters Anonymous A fellowship of individuals who are recovering from compulsive overeating. A 12-step program.

• THURSDAYS, noon - Asheville: Biltmore United Methodist Church, 376 Hendersonville Road. Info: 277-1975.

• SATURDAYS, 9:30am - Black Mountain: 424 W. State St. Open relapse and recovery meeting. Info: 669-0986.

• TUESDAYS, 10:30am-noon - Asheville: Grace Episcopal Church, 871 Merrimon Ave. at Ottari.

Info: 626-2572.

Recovery from Food Addiction • MONDAYS, noon - Are you a food addict? Are you struggling with food addiction. Looking for caring/supportive people fighting the same battle?

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S-Anon • S-Anon, a 12-step program for those struggling with the sexual behavior of a family member or friend. Three meetings are held each week. Info: www.ncsanon.org or 258-5117 (confidential).

Sexaholics Anonymous • DAILY - A 12-step fellowship of men and women recovering from compulsive patterns of lust, romance, destructive relationships, sexual thoughts or sexual behavior. Daily Asheville meetings. Call confidential voicemail or e-mail: 237-1332 or saasheville@gmail.com. Info: www.orgsites.com/nc/ saasheville.

SMART Recovery • THURSDAYS, 6pm - This peer support group is dedicated to helping individuals gain independence from all types of addictive behavior (drugs, alcohol, gambling, sex, etc.). Meets at Grace Episcopal Church, 871 Merrimon Ave. Info: www.smartrecovery.org.

WNC Brain Tumor Support Welcomes family as well as the newly diagnosed and longer-term survivors. Info: www.wncbraintumor.org or 691-2559.

• 3rd THURSDAYS, 6:30-8pm - WNC Brain Tumor Support Group will meet at MAHEC Biltmore Campus, 121 Hendersonville Road, Asheville.

Women of Courage Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous • SATURDAYS, 10-11am - A 12-step recovery fellowship for women who want to stop living out a pattern of addictive sexual behavior and romantic obsessions. Meets at First Congregational United Church of Christ, 20 Oak St. Enter at front door of the annex. Info: www.slaafws.org or womenofcourageslaa@yahoo.com.

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The AWFF kicks off on Thursday, Aug 23, with the final Chefs’ Challenge competition at the Century Room at Pack's Tavern; continues on Friday with the celebration of all things confectionary, Sweet, at the Grove Arcade; and culminates on Saturday with the AWFF Grand Tasting to be located at the U.S. Cellular Center this year (read on for specifics on these events).

Whatever your opinion on the Civic Center’s new name, it's hard to argue with its location. "The most exciting thing to me is the ability for people to come out of the festival and walk out into our beautiful city and enjoy all of the restaurants ... enjoy the sights and features of the city itself without having to get back in the car and drive anywhere," says event director and

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eaT iT up "You're just going to be stunned by the number of wineries, restaurants and food producers you see," says Bowles of this year's lineup. Though event organizers are still accepting new vendors, the festival has already recruited 35 wineries from vineyards as near as Yadkin Valley to more distant areas like Chile. Oh, and there will be some rock stars in the mix, too — and we don't just mean the chefs.

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Sixteen restaurants and caterers will be present at the Grand Tasting, as well as 35 to 45 assorted food producers, Bowles says. Regional chefs will offer cooking demonstrations at various stations around the venue. Blue Ridge Food Ventures, a local production facility for small entrepreneurs who want to get into the food business, will offer a marketplace with many of their goods for sale, some of which are difficult to find outside of the facility.

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miX iT up "There's so much happening this year," says Bowles. "We've always wanted to have bartenders and we've always debated who were the best bartenders in Asheville." This year, à la the chef competitions, the Grand Tasting introduces the Local Spirits Mixology Competition. (That takes place on Saturday, Aug. 25 at 2 p.m. at the U.S. Cellular Center.)

Competitors will mix up creative cocktails using locally distilled spirits, including Troy & Sons moonshine, Cardinal Gin from Southern Artisan Spirits and apple brandy from Carriage House Brandy, among others. A panel of food writers and representatives from local restaurants will select the best.

Interested in participating in the competition? Visit ashevillewineandfood.com, click on "activities," and fill out the entry form along with your experience in the world of mixing cocktails (deadline for entry is Aug. 1)

sTyle iT up Not all products at the Grand Tasting will be edible; local fashion designer and A-B Tech culinary student Sandra Harvey will showcase her wares during the Fashion and Food Runway. For the first time at the AWFF, models will strut their stuff on a catwalk, exhibiting fitted, back-ofthe-house culinary finery, as well as the type of evening-wear you might don for a fancy dining event.

Sandra Harvey’s designs (sandraharvey.com) have been featured in the Los Angeles Times, Detour and Flaunt. Harvey has catered to Trent Reznor, Perry Farrell, Perri Lister, Hope Sandoval, Timothy Leary and India Dupre.

Also featured will be milliner Simone Bernhard, who will show her chef hats and others decorated with food-inspired motifs. Mary Lou of Spiritex will add her elegant evening attire.

Models include Susi Gott Séguret (director of the Seasonal School of Culinary Arts) and Adam Hayes, executive chef at the Red Stag, as well as his wife, Ashley, and Wendy Gardner, wife of chef Nate Allen of Knife & Fork. Cúrate’s Katie Button (if she can pull herself away from cooking and serving) will also model.

yes, chef: Contestants at last year’s chef competition finale. Photo by Jennifer Haynes

chef’s challenGe semifinals and finals Throughout the spring, chefs have been battling it out over secret ingredients to see whose cuisine reigns supreme. The talent has been whittled down to just a chosen few; WNC, below are your victors and their upcoming battle dates.

The final challenge, judged by a panel of experts, will take place during the Asheville Wine and Food Festival. Tickets to all events are available in limited supply here: avl.mx/ib.

All events take place at the Century Room at Pack’s Tavern.

Tuesday, aug. 14: Chef Jason Roy of Lexington Avenue Brewery (Asheville) versus Chef Nate Allen of Knife & Fork (Spruce Pine) Thursday, aug.16: Chef David Ryba of the Inn on Biltmore (Biltmore) versus Chef Stewart Lyon of Boca (Asheville) Thursday, aug. 23: Final Chefs’ Challenge (TBD)

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The Grand Tasting takes place on Saturday, Aug. 25, from 1:30 until 5 p.m. General admission tickets are $45, VIP tickets are $65. All passes include plenty of sipping and tasting. And, of course, there’s unlimited shopping. Proceeds go to benefit ASAP’s Growing Minds program. X Send your food news to food@mountainx. com.

in vino veritas: There’s plenty of wine to get excited about at the Asheville Wine and Food Festival Grand Tasting this year.

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Séguret, who's also judging in the Chef's Challenge finale on Aug. 23 (and has participated in the AWFF since the beginning), says she’s excited to witness the growth of the festival year after year.

"It's getting bigger,” she says. “And the word is getting out farther and farther about North Carolina wines," she says. "I think that's incredible, North Carolina having been, for so long, a tobacco-growing [part of the] country that's associated with Deliverance, kind of,” she laughs. Séguret hastens to add that she loves the “real” North Carolina — it’s where she grew up. “But since my passion is wine and food too, and North Carolina can now be associated with wines that are coming into their own, and truffles, too, it's fantastic. It all goes together in a package with the great farmers markets, all the restaurants that we have ... it fits that package of the appreciation of the finer things in life.”

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Laughing Mask Candies, a classic by-the-pound candy shop, recently opened on Lexington Avenue. Husband-and-wife team Anna and Joshua Sachar offer Jelly Belly jelly beans in every imaginable flavor, classic hard candies and taffy, too. They also stock sweet-and-sour pops and jawbreakers, and suckers worthy of the Lollipop Guild’s head honcho — even if he’s into funkier flavors like habañero pepper. “We’ve tried to get stuff that you couldn’t just get at a convenience store,” Anna says.

Which is certainly not to say that everything in the store is weird — much of the selection is classic, if not perfectly nostalgic. Butterscotch disks, anyone?

The store’s name and carnival theme are both inspired by Joshua’s collection of Mardi Gras and Venetian masks. But the two have more than colorful disguises to their credit: Anna has an associate degree from the California Culinary Academy and is the winner of the 2005 San Pellegrino “Almost Famous Chef” award. Joshua spent 10 years as a chef, two of them at the Michelin-starred Jardiniere in San Francisco. While taking a break from the restaurant world, Joshua grew culinary mushrooms.

So why candy? “We were in Northern California for eight years and every little town had stores with interesting candy, and we would go in there all the time,” Anna says. “We thought it was fun and something different and when we moved here, we realized there was really nothing exactly like it.”

The duo actively seeks out local candy makers, they say, and hope to display candy-inspired art in their front room. They also plan to offer birthday parties, candy-making demonstrations and special events, including holiday gingerbread-house workshops.

Laughing Mask Candies is located at 84 N. Lexington. For more information, visit laughingmaskcandies.com.

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Talk of a Trader Joe’s in Asheville has been plentiful over the past year or two. It’s now been confirmed that Monrovia, Calif.-based grocery chain Trader Joe’s is indeed coming to 120 Merrimon Ave., necessitating the closing of several businesses, including La Carreta, a Mexican restaurant. The specialty grocery store will open in 2013 and will encompass approximately 13,000 square feet. The same area of Merrimon already hosts Whole Foods-owned Greenlife Grocery and a Harris Teeter is in the development stages nearby. On the heels of that news, we’d like to remind you to not forget about the little guy.

As mentioned in the previous story, la carreta, the Mexican restaurant on Merrimon Avenue next to Greenlife Grocery, is being forced to close to make way for the building of a Trader Joe’s at 120 Merrimon Ave. For those who might be saddened by the future shuttering of the restaurant (and missing all of the queso and enchiladas and such within), we’d like to remind you that La Carreta has a second location at 1916 Hendersonville Road. Call 651-4462 for more details.

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Xpress spoke with Brian Ross, who will open a small, chef-driven market and bakery with both dine-in and takeout food service called Dough in the fall. The new venture will be located at 372 Merrimon Ave. in a 4,000-square-foot building set on the footprint of the recently demolished Compliments to the Chef.

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Does all of the grocery-store construction worry Ross, Xpress asks? “I like to think [my concept] is unique around here,” he says.

Ross comes with impressive credentials, having lent his talent to venues from the Ritz-Carlton to the Biltmore Estate. His history as a chef means that he knows what other chefs and cooks want to buy, he says.

“One of the points that is going to be unique about this place is that it’s a chef-driven market,” says Ross. “My goal is to bring good stuff to the people, and this is my way of doing it.”

At Dough, Ross won’t stock 20 kinds of olive oils like some other highend stores, he says, but he will stock two or three — and the chefdriven concept means that customers can trust that the olive oil he carries will be topnotch. That’s good news if you’ve been following recent reports that claim your olive oil could be fake (fake olive oil is reportedly a $1.5 billion industry in the United States alone, according to Food Renegade, a food-centric watchdog website).

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The prepared foods Dough will offer, says Ross, will be made with high-quality items, such as sustainable seafood and meats and local and organic produce when possible. “That’s how I feel about everything,” he says. “It just has to be of a certain quality. I’m not here to knock anyone, but with some of these corporate entities does come a lot of mediocre product. This is for us — this is for people that live here.

And, I’m not saying that Whole Foods isn’t for the people who live here and Trader Joe’s isn’t going to be for the people that live here, but there is a corporate piece of that, and we are very independent.”

As the name “Dough” suggests, there will be fresh-baked goods, along with retail items that may appeal to bakers, available for purchase, says Ross. “But there really isn’t a theme ... it’s just really good food, whatever those things will be — and we’ll be flexible.” High-quality retail goods for the home cook will be available, like great flour for pasta making. Small-production wines will be available, too. Dough will also offer in-house cooking classes and special-event dinners and private parties. For more information, visit the Dough Facebook page.

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You don’t have long (the contest ends on Friday, July 20, at 11:59 p.m.), but earth fare is holding a tomato photography contest in which aspiring shutterbugs take photos of tomatoes in exotic locations, “dressed as its alter ego” (yeah, we don’t know), or looking fine on the vine. A jury of Earth Fare team members will choose the top 10 photos for the grand prize and healthiest tomato categories. Are you wondering why we think this is cool? Fair enough. Check it out: Winners may receive up to $500 in Earth Fare cash for first place — even third place gets a $100 gift card.

Want to try? Email photos (as jpegs) to contests@earthfare.com before 11:59 p.m. on July 20. Final photos will be posted at earthfare.com for public voting until 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 29. Winners will be announced on Monday, July 30.

BooZe neWs As you may have noticed in the food feature, A Grand Tasting in WNC, the Asheville Wine and Food Festival has put out the call for mixologists to enter into the first annual local spirits mixology competition, led by Marco Garcia, former restaurateur and currently the event director and barmaster over at sazerac. We think it bears repeating: Enter at ashevillewineandfood.com if you feel like competing on Saturday, Aug. 25. We wonder if local magnetic field bartender Cynthia Turner will enter — one of her recipes, a strawberry shrub swizzle, was just featured in Imbibe Magazine online (imbibemagazine.com).

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farmers markeT manaGers muse on summer, and The mosT mouThWaTerinG phoTos of The season By maGGie cramer It’s summer, the bountiful season. Blueberries, cucumbers, fennel, garlic, onions, potatoes, raspberries, squash, tomatoes — there’s an offering for nearly every letter of the alphabet at area farmers markets right now. Don’t just take our word for it ... here’s what market administrators of several Asheville tailgates had to say: Carly esslinger, Oakley Farmers Market (Thursdays): “We are a new market, and our first summer is going well. We’ve recently changed our hours to 3:30 until 6:30 p.m. to better accommodate the afterwork crowd, and the Oakley community is happy to have a place to gather and buy local products, especially goodies from vendor Fletcher Village Bakery; their rye bread always sells out! A community dinner is in the making featuring foods from our vendors, so stay tuned...” shay Amber, North Asheville Tailgate Market (saturdays): “We have a vast variety of local foods, from fresh mountain trout to culinary mushrooms as beautiful as a bouquet of flowers now.

Our plant vendors are selling orchids, exotic carnivorous plants and unusual food-producing varieties, such as asparagus and artichokes. But that’s not all. We have broom and basket-makers and fiber artists leading demos on how their crafts are made. Miki and Greg of Homegrown will be out to market soon to discuss their program and entice us with some fabulous cooking demos.

We also have a vendor from Mark Rosenstein's program, Go Kitchen-Ready, selling sticky buns. All the profits from the sales of these sticky buns go back into the program.”

Kelly Fain, French Broad Food Co-op Wednesday Tailgate Market: “From quail eggs and goat milk to fresh veggies, we've got a bountiful and beautiful market now. We are especially excited to welcome the Pisgah View Peace Garden and Home Free Bagels this year as we care for our community with good food and good folks.” X Maggie Cramer is communications director for the Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project. Reach her at maggie@asapconnections. org.

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Asheville City Market will be open on Saturday during Bele Chere, July 28. Market manager Mike McCreary, who also runs Asheville City Market South, says that the downtown tailgate will operate regular hours, 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. and that accessing the market will be easy as pie (which there will likely be some of as well).

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you say tomato: Tomatoes are the talk of tailgates now, like these rainbow-colored cherry tomatoes from Full Sun Farm at Montford Farmers Market on Wednesdays (2 until 6 p.m.)

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cuke-tacular: Perfect for pickles or enjoyed as is, pickling cukes are just as sweet as traditional slicers. Vendors’ tables at markets around the region are overflowing with them, especially North Asheville Tailgate Market — Saturdays, from 8 a.m. until noon.

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Does flip-flopping Keever ‘endorse’ or ‘support’ President Obama?

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Why does Democratic congressional candidate Patsy Keever have so much trouble describing her level of support for President Obama? Her quotes

By Rep. seem all muddled up Patrick whenever the subject McHenry comes up, and 10th (NC-10) Congressional District voters need to know: Does Keever “support” or “endorse” this president?

Clearly, she doesn’t know her own congressional district (NC-10) very well. The 10th Congressional District expects transparency, not whatever it is Keever is serving up.

First, she tells one local paper she will vote for Obama but NOT endorse him. Then she tells another local paper that the first local paper misconstrued HER statement.

That’s NOT the kind of leadership we expect from the 10th Congressional District. “Mountains/Foothills Values” means something around these redrawn parts, and Keever’s fast and loose flip-flopping on important issues just doesn’t sit right with a lot of hardworking, honest, plain-spoken, simple but fascinating families from one arbitrary border of the 10th Congressional District to another.

You know how it is with Patsy Keever: One day, you’re reading, “Asheville’s Patsy Keever won’t endorse Obama,” and suddenly next thing you know, elsewhere, “Keever changed her position Wednesday on President Barack Obama and said she would endorse him.”

Before you know it, you’re reading, “Keever: AC-T misconstrued my statement, I endorse Obama.”

Finally, all you hear about the matter is, “Does flip-flopping Keever ‘endorse’or ‘support’President Obama?

She can’t get her story straight, and

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she’s fit NOT FIT for Congress.”

It’s enough to make you vote for a candidate who doesn’t mince words and who has a name that smacks of the Founding Fathers Keever, above, when and everything asked to tell the truth. they loved.

Mountain values — not to mention family values — mean something to 10th Congressional District voters (please check an updated Congressional district map or your conscience to see if this statement applies to you).

So, which is it, Keever, if that even is your name (or have you corrected that as well, hmmm?): Do you “endorse” and worship President Obama, or do you loathe him and wish to distance yourself from him by only “supporting” him?

10th Congressional District voters need to know. You want this issue to go away, but instead of wanting things you should try earning them and telling the full, simple truth the first goaround every time.

I’m humbly asking for the voters’ endorsements AND support, and their votes, and their generous mountainsvalues financial support directly to my reelection campaign up to $2,000 per household member whether you live in the cities, mountain, foothills or frankly the wasted barren plains of our glorious 10th District and after that you may flex the muscle of liberty to the PAC of your choosing (see my Web site for suggestions) after praying on the matter.

I promise I’ll continue serving as your more familiar and trusted incumbent name (Patrick McHenry) in the 10th Congressional District.

Downtown Asheville F.A.Q. Q. Hi! Me and a bunch of other dudes are going to visit downtown Asheville this weekend.

We live in a rural area, so we weren’t sure if we should wear shirts or not while we’re downtown. Do men generally walk around wearing shirts in downtown Asheville, or is it okay to scream “Whoo-hoo!” while walking in the street shirtless with your shirtless friends? Thanks!

A. Hi, and we look forward to your visit to downtown Asheville! You’ll find plenty to do here, especially when you and your companions are all wearing shirts. Many visitors from rural areas are confused about this matter, and for good reason.

Many of our male friends and neighbors from outlying counties maintain a sense of personal style and public decorum similar to that of a rescue dog a week before the rescue.

To be clear, wear a shirt to downtown Asheville, and try to keep it on. While it may need to come off during a heated argument or just to look cool, you’re actually better off keeping your shirt on.

(Ditto pants and shoes, BTW.) Otherwise you look ridiculous and other men and women will mock you mercilessly on the streets of downtown Asheville and nobody will want to mate with you.

I know what you’re thinking: “They WILL want to mate with me, my shirt if OFF!” But no, no they will not.

What if it’s daytime? What if it’s nighttime? Many wonder this same thing. Here’s a good rule of thumb: wear a shirt while downtown at all times.

Always, always wear a shirt downtown, just like the people around you! Welcome!

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seMi PubliC offers art that is a little different

in their underwear, Cowboy boots and a John MCCain Mask

In an understated building on Hillside Street in north Asheville, a gallerist talks of a prototype for an art space that is very different from most downtown and River Arts District galleries.

“The sale of a painting should translate into materials to make more art, not into a retirement fund,” he says.

This self-described reluctant gallerist is Gary Byrd, director of Semi Public, located at 305 Hillside St. The naming of the space, active in one form or another since 1998, is quite intentional. The space is open three hours a day (from 3 to 6 p.m.) Thursday through Saturday, as well as by appointment.

While the gallery does have a website, you won’t find Facebook posts or tweets about the next opening. “You’re just gonna have to pick up the phone and call,” Byrd says.

He is more than fine with how his elusiveness may affect turnout. Openings already range from 50 to 75 people a night in the approximately 600-square-foot space. This changed very little when he attempted more of a push into social media in 2011.

“Ultimately, the people who need to find Semi Public will find it,” he says.

These people may include artists who seek critical discourse. Byrd cites a dearth of art criticism in town. Semi Public is a space to receive honest feedback (along the lines of those earth-shattering critiques from college and grad school that sent many home in tears). Artists who appreciate becoming stronger from such dialogue may find opportunity for it on Hillside.

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by bridget Conn

The majority of the artwork shown at Semi Public sells for $600, at most. “I do understand the commodification of the art object,” says Byrd. “And I know that we are not going to attract tourists who can drop five to 10 grand on a painting. Once they realize there is no air conditioning in here, they are certainly not going to bother.” Rather, Byrd tends to show artists who make work at affordable prices, who likely have other means of making a living — which, around here, seems to allow work that is conceptual and challenging rather than furniture-matching.

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the grown Man naked ProJeCt The current show at Semi Public, the paintings of Larry Caveney, fits this description. Caveney, a North Carolina native, is a painter-turnedperformance artist now living in San Diego.

Semi Public patrons may recall Caveney’s performance in July 2011, in which he offered free advice to passersby at a table outside the gallery while filming the resulting discussions. Much of

Caveney’s performance work attempts to engage the public as participants, and bridge the gap between the art world and the non-artist community.

Caveney based his paintings in this show on a series of videos he created as “The Grown Man Naked Project.” Building upon his interest of the artist as the fool, he finds middle-aged, slightly overweight white males who will dance to music wearing only their underwear, cowboy boots and a John McCain mask. Caveney’s artist statement explains, “As a male in the world, or art world, we have a tendency to maintain our own posi-

tion of power or that persona of power or youth.

I poke fun at my own self and other white men.”

The paintings, acrylic on both canvas and felt, are gestural stills from some of these videos.

The paintings are not titled, as they all embrace the same concept. One canvas is painted primarily in pink, a notable contrast to the aging whitemale subject matter. The figure stands within a red circle, representing the rug seen in many of the videos. The brushstrokes are primarily large and urgent; the thick paint is pushed about to reveal slightly finer details of a face. One arm is raised in the air, suggesting victory or release, while large white boxer shorts encasing a round belly seem to undermine the gesture.

The work on felt produces more lush textures and contrast, as the paint varies between melting into the surface in pools or sitting on top in thin accent lines. The felt pieces themselves are cut haphazardly, mimicking the urgency of most of the brushstrokes. One felt piece, based on the “Throw the Shoe Event” video, presents a fully clothed man in a tie with arms raised to the air. The details of his hands and face blur into nonexistence. The stance is reminiscent of both a preacher in the middle of a heated sermon or a man exasperated with the white-male uniform

enforced upon him.

Another felt piece engages the viewer with a familiar pose: a male figure from the chest up with American flag on a pole to the left, as seen in portraits of CEOs or presidents. Much of the details of the clothing are soft, muted and fade into the felt, while the face is a conscious mess of primarily white, orange and yellow paints straight from the tube. The message could be taken two ways: the details of any male in this role are unmemorable, or the paint represents the chaos the white-male stereotype creates in the psyche of individual men.

The last day to see Caveney’s foray into fools is Saturday, July 23. The next show is local printmaker Tony Bradley of Sotto Editions, an experimental workplace for printmakers located in Semi Public’s neighborhood. When is the opening? “August, September,” Gary casually offers.

He encourages those who want to learn more about Semi Public, the work of Larry Caveney, or upcoming shows to call him at 215-8171. Please leave a message. X Bridget Conn is an Asheville-based artist, designer and photographer. Visit her website at bridgetconnartstudio.net.

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By Jen naThan orris Up until three years ago, artist Juan Carlos Muñoz had never left his native Cuba. In 2009, he rolled 15 original paintings in a tube, tucked them under his arm and flew to Melbourne, Fla., where his surrealist art graced U.S. gallery walls for the first time.

Some of these paintings, as well as works by six other Cuban artists, are coming to AnTHM Gallery at the Monte Vista Hotel in Black Mountain as part of the Arte de Cuba! exhibit.

The majority of these of these works, which range from tapestries to photography, have never been shown in the U.S. Why is Black Mountain hosting such a rare exhibit? “People who love art live everywhere:

Who AnTHM Gallery hosts Arte de Cuba!, including many works that have never been shown in the U.S.

WhaT Featured artists include Alejandrina Cué, Izquierdo Quiñones, Juan Carlos Muñoz, Dionel Delgado, Luis Felipe Ruano and Eduardo and Orlando Garcia

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Works by six Cuban artists, including Dreams by Juan Carlos Muñoz, will be on display at AnTHM Gallery at the Monte Vista Hotel.

Why not Black Mountain?” says Marjorie Pravden, curator of the exhibit and owner of Cuba! Gallery of Fine Art in Melbourne, Fla. Monte Vista Hotel owners Barney Fitzpatrick and Sue Conlon fell in love with the gallery during a visit to their Florida condo. They were determined to have Pravden curate an exhibit especially for their newly renovated hotel.

Cappi Macsherry, art director at Monte Vista Hotel and owner of AnTHM Gallery, sees Black Mountain as the perfect place to showcase such an exclusive collection. “We are super privileged in Black Mountain to have a chance to see a glimpse into the progression of Cuba through their art,” Macsherry says.

How did these paintings and photographs make it out of Cuba and into the U.S.? The U.S. Treasury Department issues just 30 permits per year to artists and gallery owners who want to bring Cuban art to America. Marjorie Pravden received a coveted permit to bring the pieces in this exhibit out of Cuba and into Black Mountain. She traveled to the homes of Cuban artists to buy the art, took the paintings out of their frames, rolled them up and carried them onto the plane herself. A few of the artists, including Muñoz, have obtained their own permit to bring their art to the U.S. This process mirrors the dedication Cuban artists have to their work and their desire to create art in the face of Cuban censorship.

“These artists from Cuba have something to paint about,” says Pravden. “Anytime you have a country in difficulty or under stress with people who are not allowed to leave their country... anytime you do that, you have a common myth about them.”

Macsherry sees a yearning for cultural freedom in the pieces, but she also appreciates how open the art is to interpretation. She reaches for Dreams by Juan Carlos Muñoz while talking to Xpress. “Oh my God, it's amazing,” she says in a hushed tone. A fried egg, suspended by an old-fashioned airplane, floats above the head

of an aged man with a long gray beard. The open drawer represents his empty stomach and the egg above his head symbolizes his hunger, says Pravden. It is a striking painting that uses surrealism and vibrant colors to convey the hardships as well as the mystery of Cuba.

“You can make out what you want from it,” says Macsherry. “It makes your mind wander; you can dream.” It is this sense of wonder that sets Art de Cuba! apart. “It just takes you to another place in your imagination,” explains Macsherry. “That to me is what art does; it's a catalyst to draw your imagination inward or outward in a wonderful way.”

Cuban art is experiencing a renaissance, both in the U.S. and abroad. The few pieces that are allowed into the U.S. have brought on a new level of international interest. “Right now is kind of an auspicious time because we're right on the cusp of change,” says Pravden. “Cuba is going to be the next hot spot of art.”

Art is just one element of Monte Vista Hotel's monthlong celebration of Cuba. The hotel will overflow with Cuban food, creative cocktails and Latin music each weekend of the exhibition. Highlights include an opening reception on July 20 and patio parties in July and August featuring Cuban-inspired food and drink, dancing under the stars and plenty of music.

Most of us will never set foot on Cuban soil. It's doubtful that any of us will receive a permit to see a Cuban artist's studio, much less bring those works to the U.S. AnTHM Gallery's Arte de Cuba! exhibit might be the only chance Americans have to view these particular works with their own eyes. Relish this opportunity to see Cuban art up close with a cocktail in one hand and Latin music flowing freely through the air. X

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On May 11, less than a week after Amendment One passed, local singer/songwriter Laura Blackley (Swayback Sisters), her partner Cindy and six others were cuffed and carted off. When the Register of Deeds denied them a marriage license, they refused to leave without one. It was part of an action staged by the Campaign for Southern Equality.

Before this, Blackley never thought she'd be arrested for anything. She’s an acoustic guitar player, a radio host on WNCW, a farmer and a mom — hardly your stereotypical activist radical.

This morning she blends in with the Montford clientele at Tod’s Tasties. “I choose my battles,” she says, sipping coffee. Her decision to join the campaign was a matter of looking out for her family.

"My mom had a retirement party in my hometown of 729 [people],” Blackley says. “The only place that was big enough to house the party was a local Baptist church. The emcee asked her if she’d like to introduce her family. She grabbed the microphone out of his hand and said, ‘That’s my husband, this is my mother, this is my daughter Julia, this is my daughter Laura and this is Laura’s partner, Cindy.’ I thought, if my own

mother doesn’t have a problem with this, I fail to see how it’s the state’s business how I choose to live my life."

Yet, like countless others, Blackley and her partner are denied equal parenting rights to their daughter, among the 1,137 other rights and protections granted to married couples. On May 8, during a primary for which less than 40 percent of those registered in the state cast ballots, North Carolina voters approved a constitutional amendment which disallowed not only same-sex marriage (already against the law in this state), but also domestic partnerships and civil unions.

While the United States Supreme Court ruled in 1967 that marriage is indeed a civil right (Loving v. Virginia), the debate about how to apply that civil right, and to whom, continues across the country.

The Rev. Jasmine Beach-Ferrara, director of the campaign, was outside the Register of Deeds office the day Blackley and the others had their sit-in, there for moral support. She says it wasn’t the first — and probably not the last — time such an event turned out this way. "It was very powerful and moving to watch them take part in this action,” Beach-Ferrara says. “And to know the urgent reasons that motivate them to take such

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When Thursday, July 19 (7 p.m. Suggested $10 donation. southernequality.org and thegreyeagle.com) action — a desire to protect their family and have their family recognized as equal under the law.”

Once the cuffs had come off and they’d been set free with a pending court date, Blackley decided to channel her energy into the music. She booked a date at the Grey Eagle for July 19 when, with the Swayback Sisters, she’ll join some other friends (Lyric, Aaron “Woody” Wood, Kellin Watson, Kat Williams) to throw a benefit for the Campaign for Southern Equality. They’ve titled the evening The Love Offering. The funds raised will help others who decide to join in the struggle for equality for LGBTQ people in North Carolina.

Beach-Ferrara is looking forward to what might be stirred up by music during the Love Offering. “It's inspiring to see people using their gifts as artists to help us build this movement together,” Beach-Ferrara says. “Music and the arts are a really powerful way to bring people together, and to reach people."

Indeed, those arrested that day broke into song as the cops were slipping cuffs on them. Blackley recalls an impromptu round of “This Little Light of Mine.” Cathleen Johnstone, who was there for moral support, was the first arrested, so was initially separated from the others. But, she says, she’ll never forget the feeling of singing in the paddy wagon. “It was powerful,” Johnstone says.

“We were separated in the wagon — they had the men on one side and the women on the other — but we could talk to each other and hear each other singing. The singing was very powerful.”

Blackley concurs, looking forward to the concert. She still looks back at how that day could have gone differently, what might have changed if she could do it over again. The answer is simple.

Their arrest “implies somehow we shouldn’t have been there, that we didn’t have a legitimate purpose,” Blackley says. “But we did have a legitimate purpose. Just because it’s not the law of the land doesn’t mean it isn’t legitimate. We would have left if they'd given us a marriage license.” X

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WeB-hiT Wonders Dane Smith headed to Forecastle Music Festival in Louisville, Ky. to video Floating Action. My Morning Jacket’s Jim James, who just remixed a Floating Action song, joined in:

WhaT you missed This Week if you Weren’T on mounTainX.com

CrazyHorse & Colston, the hip-hop duo of Asheville natives Max Hupertz and Bryan Godleski, claim inspiration from rock, blues, country and bluegrass, all of which can be felt on the band’s new album, Backroads & Bonfires. It pulses with hand drums alongside drum kit, with cool guitar riffs and brassy jabs of horns. ...

Seth Kauffman (Floating Action) has fans in high places. The local mastermind of lo-fi soul and surf grooves has long been lauded by fellow Park the Van alum Dr. Dog. More recently, My Morning Jacket’s Jim James has been plugging Kauffman. It got real this weekend.

Backroads quickly separates itself from standard hip-hop fare. ...

We’ve told you about James’ Removador Recordings set to corelease Floating Action’s upcoming record, Fake Blood, with Asheville’s Harvest Recordings. James also remixed a track from Floating Action’s Desert Etiquette, complete with glowing writeup on the Removador website.

But James took it to the next level this weekend, joining Floating Action onstage at Forecastle to sing backup on “Rincon.” Later, he came up during “Cindercone” (wearing Kauffman’s scarf on his head) and read from Dennis Rodman’s biography, Bad as I Wanna Be, during an instrumental break. It was appropriately weird and awesome.

Another fan? Eric Johnson from Fruit Bats, who came out to play tambourine. “I want to do everything I can to help these guys out,” Johnson told Xpress after the show.

From James’ remix blog post: “I wanted to build on the beautifully haunted feeling the original version gave me, but take it and rework it so it feels perhaps that the listener is suspended deep in a sensory deprivation tank — filled with nutella instead of water, shortly after being put in a trance: being led to believe you are dancing in crotchless lederhosen across the sunny side of the Swiss Alps … knowing and believing fully with every ounce of your heart and soul that all of the universe, and all of its creatures great and small, is/are/ was/were always on your side.”

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Marshall reviewed local hip-hop outfit CrazyHorse & Colston’s new album.

The band plays Bele Chere later this month:

“unknown masterwork”: My Morning Jacket’s Jim James joined Floating Action onstage at Forecastle last weekend. He sported frontman Seth Kauffman’s scarf on his head (that’s Kauffman pictured above).

Alli Marshall caught up with musician/actor/filmmaker Ben Lovett, who just debuted his short film Ghost of Old Highways. Lovett talked about the artistic process behind Ghost and the importance of setting the film in Appalachia (Ghost was filmed at the Black Balsam area off the Blue Ridge Parkway): marshall: In this age of instant gratification, it’s an interesting statement to really dedicate yourself to the process of a project that takes days or months or years to complete, even if the end result is just 15 minutes long. lovett: It’s kind of like getting a tattoo. It’s not really about having the tattoo, it’s about getting the tattoo. That’s the case with projects of this size. By the time it’s done, you never want to

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see it again ... I feel that as a result of the shrinking attention span — things are more and more about how quick and painless we can make this for people to consume — the process is completely changed. Most of the time you’re not likely to have a cathartic experience on any level. ...

Even at the time, I had no idea what I was asking of people in terms of time.

Especially the soldiers. Those guys had to run up and down that mountain with dangerous weapons in their hands over and over. It gets to a point where you just accept that you’re in this long, tough experience, but you know you’re sharing it with all these other people. Something comes out of it that’s unique to a process like that.

I feel really, really fortunate to have had that many people come together for that project. Because it was hard. It kicked everybody’s ass.

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“Where the Water Runs Deep” has a hooky chorus and some thoughtful spoken word parts that reveal a spiritual bent (one more concerned with nature than the church). The track also showcases some very soulful vocalists, both from Hupertz and Godleski and from backup singer Kim Tzakos. (There are a number of guest contributors to this project, not the least Brandt Crabbe, whose saturated and engaging photos throughout the album notes lend themselves to the story told by the 15 tracks. ...

And the final track, “Keep Drivin’,” funk organ, hand claps and harmonica (by John Hupertz) talks not about Bentleys and chrome rims but about a decade-and-a-half-old Toyota truck. It’s a song about being happy with what you’ve got, and it’s about something deeper than that, too: “If you hate a little rain, then you should stay inside.” There’s something about the mix of fishing references and behind-the-beat percussion punch that feels both laid-back country (Brad Paisley’s “Water”) and slickly urban. And that CrazyHorse & Colston seamlessly fuse the two worlds leads to a heady brew custom-made for summer days, long drives, swimming holes and porch parties.

CrazyHorse & Colston play Bele Chere on Friday, July 29 on the Haywood Street stage. 6:30-8 p.m.

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craft fair of southern highlands One of main events at the biannual Craft Fair of Southern Highlands (beyond the one-of-a-kind pieces in glass, fiber, wood, paint, metal and more) is the chance to meet the crafts people and tap into their creative genius. More than 200 artisans and crafters show off their skills and talk about their inspirations at this month's fair. Demonstrations include natural dyeing, making sock monkeys, sunprinting and children's activities. Musical acts Cary Fridley and Down South, Blue-Eyed Girl, Hot Duck Soup and others will perform. Thursday-Sunday, July 19-22. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily (10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday), $8 for adults, free for children under age 12. craftguild. org. Photo of crafter Collene Karcher, courtesy of the Craft Fair of Southern Highlands.

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where to find the clubs • what is playing • listings for venues throughout Western North Carolina CLUBLAND RULES •To qualify for a free listing, a venue must be predominately dedicated to the performing arts. Bookstores and cafés with regular open mics and musical events are also allowed.

•To limit confusion, events must be submitted by the venue owner or a representative of that venue.

•Events must be submitted in written form by e-mail (clubland@mountainx.com), fax, snail mail or hand-delivered to the Clubland Editor Dane Smith at 2 Wall St., Room 209, Asheville, NC 28801. Events submitted to other staff members are not assured of inclusion in Clubland.

•Clubs must hold at least TWO events per week to qualify for listing space. Any venue that is inactive in Clubland for one month will be removed.

•The Clubland Editor reserves the right to edit or exclude events or venues.

•Deadline is by noon on Monday for that Wednesday’s publication. This is a firm deadline.

Wed., July 18

Roosevelt Collier (of the Lee Boys) & Friends

Handlebar

Jam for John feat: Watson's Riddle, Ricky & Ronnie Godfrey & more, 8pm

Athena's Club

Juan Benevidas Trio (Latin, flamenco guitar), 8-10pm ARCADE

Arcade Idol, 10pm

Club Xcapades

Karaoke, 10pm

Bluegrass jam, 7pm

DJ Lil' Roo

Barley's Taproom

Jack of the Wood Pub

Old-time jam, 6pm

Will Revo

Dr. Brown's Team Trivia, 8:30pm

Vanuatu Kava Bar

Black Mountain Ale House

Lexington Ave Brewery (LAB)

Vincenzo's Bistro

Jack of Hearts Pub

Sierra on Stage (songwriting competition), 8pm

Front stage: Ryan Barrington Cox (indie pop, acoustic), 7-9pm

Blue Mountain Pizza Cafe

Lobster Trap

Open mic

Valorie Miller (Americana, folk), 7-9pm

Club Hairspray

Olive or Twist

Retro night ('70s, '80s & '90s), 10pm

Cadillac Rex (vintage rock)

Club Remix

One Stop Deli & Bar

Wicked Wednesdays (techno, drum 'n' bass), 10pm Club Xcapades

DJ Lil' Roo

Craggie Brewing Company

Jugband Jubilee (open jam)

Dirty Bingo, 9pm

Marc Keller (acoustic, variety), 7:30pm Max Melner Orchestra (jazz, funk), 10pm

Dueling Pianos (rock 'n' roll sing-a-long), 9pm-1am

Wild Wing Cafe

Emerald Lounge

Albert Adams (indie, rock, experimental) w/ Oulipo (indie, rock, electronic) & Luxury Spirit

Jeff & Justin (acoustic)

Thu., July 19

Jake Hollifield & Mike Gray, 8:30pm

TallGary's Cantina

Open mic/jam, 7pm

Dueling Pianos (rock 'n' roll sing-a-long), 9pm-1am

The Bywater

Get Down

The Corner

Karaoke, 10pm

Karaoke, 10pm

Grove Park Inn Great Hall

The Lower Level

Get Down

Daikaiju ("psycho-surf") w/ Megan Jean & the KFB, Hellblinki & Vendetta Creme

ARCADE

Trivia, 9pm Asheville Music Hall

Grey Eagle Music Hall & Tavern

An evening w/ The Original Wailers (reggae), 10pm Alien Music Club (jazz jam), 9pm Black Mountain Ale House

Campaign for Southern Equality benefit feat: Swayback Sisters, Lyric, Kellin Watson & more, 7pm Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Bob Zullo (jazz, pop guitar), 5:30-7:30pm The B's (favorites by request), 8-11pm Handlebar

Blue Mountain Pizza Cafe

Luke Wood

Soul Party III feat: Lionz of Zion, TJ Lazer & JoJo Taterhead Revival, 9pm

Boiler Room

Highland Brewing Company

Talent Search w/ Celeste Starr, 10pm

Town Pump

Dave Dribbon (roots, rock), 6pm

Altamont Brewing Company

Sloan Tones (newgrass, roots), 8pm

Soiree Fantastique (magic theater), 8pm

French Broad Brewery Tasting Room

The Big Nasty (gypsy jazz), 8-10pm

Barley's Taproom

Ready, Set, Draw (game night), 8pm

Elaine's Dueling Piano Bar

Westville Pub

Pisgah Brewing Company

South Forty (rock, honky-tonk)

Ultra Rockin' Music Nerd Challenge (trivia), 9pm

Dirty South Lounge

5 Walnut Wine Bar

Straightaway Cafe

Dirty South Lounge

Creatures Cafe

Open mic

Music trivia, 7pm Roosevelt Collier of The Lee Boys (blues, funk, soul), 10pm Campfire Reverends (blues, Americana), 6pm

Bob Zullo (jazz, pop guitar), 5:30-7:30pm The B's (favorites by request), 8-11pm

Asheville Music Hall

Club Hairspray

Tressa's Downtown Jazz and Blues

The Hard Bop Explosion (jazz, funk, fusion), 9pm

Disclaimer Standup Lounge (comedy open mic), 9pm

Elaine's Dueling Piano Bar

5 Walnut Wine Bar

Stringed instrument jam, 7:30pm

Asheville Homebuilder's Fundraiser

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Jack of Hearts Pub

Old-time jam, 7pm

New Late Night MeNu!

Jack of the Wood Pub

Bluegrass jam, 6pm Lobster Trap

Hank Bones ("man of 1,000 songs"), 7-9pm Olive or Twist

Heather Masterton Quartet (swing) Orange Peel

The Killers (dance rock, pop), 9pm Pisgah Brewing Company

Citizen Modo (blues, funk), 8pm Purple Onion Cafe

Taylor Moore Band (rock, blues, roots), 7:30pm Root Bar No. 1

Town Hall (folk), 9:30pm South Side Station

Karaoke, 8pm

Southern Appalachian Brewery

Big Block Dodge (jazz, Southern rock, jam), 7pm

THUR. JULY 19 - ASHEVILLE HOMEBUILDER’S FUNDRAISER FRI. JULY 20 - ASHEVILLE JAZZ ORCHESTRA SAT. JULY 21 - BAREFOOT SUMMER (Blues / Rock) THUR. JULY 26 - PINT NIGHT FRI. JULY 27 - ONE LEG UP (Swing / Jazz) SAT. JULY 28 - JEFF SIPE GROUP (Groove Jazz Fusion)

pinball, foosball, ping-pong & a kickass jukebox kitchen open until late 504 Haywood Rd. West Asheville • 828-255-1109 “It’s bigger than it looks!”

TallGary's Cantina

"Guitar Bar" w/ 105.9 The Mountain, 9:30pm The Altamont Theater

Arthur Hancock (singer-songwriter) w/ Zack Page, Caleb Beissert, Chuck Lichtenberger & Katie Brugger, 8pm The Bywater

Pleasure Chest (soul), 7pm The Dugout

Rockstar Thursdays (karaoke), 9pm The Market Place

Ben Hovey (downtempo, trumpet, piano, electronics), 7-10pm Town Pump

The Great Smokey Mountain Bluegrass Band, 9pm Tressa's Downtown Jazz and Blues

DJ D-Day (dance), 9pm Vincenzo's Bistro

The Croon and Cadence Duo feat: Ginny McAfee, 7:30pm Westville Pub

Beta Maxx (blues), 9:30pm White Horse

Raven (Native American music), 7pm

Fri., July 20 ARCADE

Dance party w/ DJ Abu Dissaray, 9pm Asheville Music Hall

The Whiskey Grins w/ Bear Down Easy Athena's Club

Mark Appleford (blues, folk, rock), 6-10pm DJ, 10pm-2am Black Mountain Ale House

Air on Eyes, 9pm

Blue Mountain Pizza Cafe

Acoustic Swing

Boiler Room

Telic (metal) w/ Omega Tribe & Burnstitch, 9pm Club Hairspray

Drag show, midnight Club Xcapades

DJ Snoop

Creatures Cafe

"Hip-Hop Extravaganza," 8pm Elaine's Dueling Piano Bar

Disclaimer Comedy (standup) w/ Stewart Huff, 8:15-9:15pm Dueling Pianos (rock 'n' roll sing-a-long), 9:30pm-1am Emerald Lounge

Kovacs & the Polar Bear (indie rock) w/ Can't Kids & Baby Rattlesnakes, 9pm French Broad Chocolate Lounge

Jason Moore (jazz), 8pm Get Down

Autolatry w/ Shadow of the Destroyer (metal) Good Stuff

Terina Plyler, 8pm Grey Eagle Music Hall & Tavern

The Hermit Kings (indie rock, pop) w/ River Rats & Giant Giants, 9pm Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Donna Germano (hammered dulcimer), 2-4pm Bill Covington (piano classics & standards), 5:30-7:30pm The Business (Motown, funk, soul), 8-11pm Highland Brewing Company

Asheville Jazz Orchestra

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Jack of Hearts Pub

Lyric (soul, funk, rock), 9pm Jack of the Wood Pub

Have Gun Will Travel (roots, rock, Americana), 5pm L Shape Lot (Americana, country, rock) w/ von Grey (indie folk), 9pm Lexington Ave Brewery (LAB)

TAVERN

Front stage: Meredith Watson, 6-9pm Back stage: Brother Nomad (rock, blues, funk), 9:30pm Lobster Trap

Leo Johnson & the Spaceheaters (hot jazz), 7-9pm Olive or Twist

Live music, 8pm

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Free Dead Fridays feat: members of Phuncle Sam, 5-8pm The Whiskey Grins (folk, country, Americana) w/ Bear Down Easy, 10pm Orange Peel

Drag show, midnight Club Xcapades

DJ Snoop

Craggie Brewing Company

Carolina Bound (roots, country, folk), 6pm Lyric (soul, pop, funk), 8pm Creatures Cafe

Love Like Gravity w/ Lifewell, 8pm Dark City Deli

James Hammel (jazz, pop), 5pm Elaine's Dueling Piano Bar

Dueling Pianos (rock 'n' roll sing-a-long), 9pm-1am

Scandals Nightclub

Dance party, 10pm Drag show, 1am

South Side Station

DJ B Note, 9pm

Southern Appalachian Brewery

French Broad Chocolate Lounge

Dub Cartel

Good Stuff

Air on Eyes (acoustic, rock), 8pm Grey Eagle Music Hall & Tavern

Chuck Brodsky (folk, Americana), 8pm Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Bill Covington (piano classics & standards), 5:30-7:30pm NC Thumbpickers, 2-5pm Aaron LaFalce (acoustic rock), 8-11pm Highland Brewing Company

Barefoot Summer (blues, rock) Jack of Hearts Pub

L Shape Lot (bluegrass, country, rock), 9pm

SAT. 7/21

Nitrograss

TallGary's Cantina

WestSound (R&B, dance), 9:30pm

Sanctum Sully (bluegrass) w/ Mountain Feist, 9pm

The Bywater

Lexington Ave Brewery (LAB)

Paul Cataldo (Americana)

Barefoot Summer (rock, jam), 9pm The Corner

Dance Party w/ DJ Position The Dugout

Unnamed Suspects (adult rock), 9pm The Lower Level

Latin International Club Salsa (lessons & dance party), 9pm Town Pump

Chompin' at the Bit String Band (old-time), 9pm Tressa's Downtown Jazz and Blues

Peggy Ratusz & Daddy Longlegs (blues, rock), 10pm Vanuatu Kava Bar

Seraphim Arkistra, 9pm Vincenzo's Bistro

Sun 7/22: Jason Anderson, The Wild, Wooden Toothe Mon 7/23: Nightmare Boys, Alligator Indian Tue 7/24: Dekoder, Death First, Grudges (NYC)

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Front stage: George McDonald, 6-9pm Back stage: Everyman Jones & the Stick People (alternative rock)

Sun., July 22 5 Walnut Wine Bar

Ian Moore & His String Band (hot jazz), 7-9pm Altamont Brewing Company

Sunday Funday Potluck & Pickin', 6pm ARCADE

Dr. Filth & Wayd Runk (DJs), 10pm Blue Mountain Pizza Cafe

Mark Bumgarner (Americana, country) Boiler Room

Dance party, 10pm Drag show benefit for Tanner Taylor, 10pm Firestorm Cafe and Books

Timbre (folk rock, harp) w/ Elk Tracks & more, 8pm

Country Fried Friday w/ Leigh Glass & the Hazards

SaT., July 21 ARCADE

Hotel Indigo

Ben Hovey (downtempo, trumpet, piano, electronics), 7-10pm Jack of the Wood Pub

Irish session, 3-9pm

Lexington Ave Brewery (LAB)

Front stage: Aaron Price (piano) Lobster Trap

Leo Johnson (hot club jazz), 7-9pm One Stop Deli & Bar

Bluegrass Brunch & Open Jam w/ The Pond Brothers, 11am Orange Peel

Iced Earth (metal) w/ Temptation's Wings, 8pm Rendezvous Restaurant & Tiki Bar

The Corbitt Brothers (Southern rock, funk) Moonshine Babies (Americana, folk), 5pm

Pack's Tavern

Miriam Allen & the Passionistas (Latin, folk), 5pm

Purple Onion Cafe

Tea dance & drag show

Rendezvous Restaurant & Tiki Bar

BBQ & Bluegrass w/ Sons of Ralph, 9pm

Nitrograss (newgrass), 9pm Fassoux & Company, 8pm

The Corner

The Dugout

Tiki Bar stage: DB Hackett Rendezvous stage: The Corbitt Brothers (Southern rock, funk)

Vincenzo's Bistro

Root Bar No. 1

Transition Black Mountain, 5pm

Steve Whiddon (piano covers), 5:30pm White Horse

Wild Wing Cafe

Darren Kohler & friends, 4pm

"Don't H8" showcase, 10pm

Mon., July 23

South Side Station

5 Walnut Wine Bar

Mile High Band (soft rock, country), 9pm Southern Appalachian Brewery

Thomas Johnson Duo (folk, rock, country), 8pm Straightaway Cafe

Lester Grass (bluegrass) TallGary's Cantina

Mojomatic (rock, blues), 9:30pm The Bywater

Asheville Music Hall

The Corner

Athena's Club

Bob Zullo (jazz, pop, guitar), 6:30-10:30pm Two Guitars (classical), 10am-noon

The Bywater

The 42nd Street Jazz Band

"Bear Exploder" dance party w/ DJ Kipper Schauer, 9pm Radio Moscow (psychedelic rock, blues) w/ The Dirty Streets & Delicious, 10pm

Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Olive or Twist

Scandals Nightclub

Wild Wing Cafe

Silas Durocher (rock, reggae, roots), 2pm

Southern Appalachian Brewery

Big Nasty (gypsy jazz), 7-9pm

Westville Pub

Amici Music w/ Daniel Weiser (classical), 7:30pm

Get Down

Lobster Trap

The Concrete Rivals (instrumental, surf) w/ Blood Red River, 9:30pm

White Horse

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Sat 7/21: Dub Cartel

Jack of the Wood Pub

Steve Whiddon (piano covers), 5:30pm Trivia night

Fri 7/20: Autolatry, Typhonic Age

Crocodile Smile (rock), 9:30pm

Good Stuff

Mountain Feist (bluegrass), 6pm

Straightaway Cafe

Wed 7/18: Karaoke Wednesday!

Thu 7/19: Daikaiju!, Megan Jean & The KFB, Hellblinki, Vendetta Cremé

Wild Wing Cafe

Get Down

Pisgah Brewing Company

Linda Mitchell Trio (jazz, blues), 9:30pm

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Grammer School (indie pop, rock), 9pm

The Wild w/ Wooden Toothe & Jason Anderson (rock, punk)

Root Bar No. 1

(newgrass, jam)

Get Down

Club Hairspray

Westville Pub

Shane Perlowin (jazz), 8pm

A Social Function (dance hits, rock)

Channing & Quinn (folk, pop), 8pm

The

On the Take (indie rock, grunge) w/ The Spiveys, VIA & Razorbread, 9pm

Marc Keller (acoustic, variety), 7:30pm

Pack's Tavern

Fred Whiskin (piano)

(classic dance hits, rock)

Boiler Room

Vincenzo's Bistro

Wild for Life feat: Pierce Edens and the Dirty Work & The Hackensaw Boys, 8pm

Purple Onion Cafe

A Social Function

Open Letter Music Series feat: Tres Hongos (improv, experimental) w/ Xambuca and Shane Perlowin & Jason DeCristofaro, 9pm

French Broad Brewery Tasting Room

Phuncle Sam (jam, Grateful Dead covers), 9pm

FRI. 7/20

BoBo Gallery

East Coast Dirt (rock, funk, jam), 9pm Dance Party w/ DJ Position The Dugout

Bluestopia Highway (rock, blues), 9pm

CaroMia Tiller (singer-songwriter), 8-10pm ARCADE

Movie Mondays (cult classics), 10pm Dirty South Lounge

Tears in My Beers (DJ set), 9pm Get Down

Nightmare Boys w/ Alligator Indian (synth rock, drone, experimental) Good Stuff

Max Zero, 6pm Grey Eagle Music Hall & Tavern

Contra dance, 8pm

Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Mark Appleford (blues, folk, rock), 6-10pm DJ, 10pm-2am

The Lower Level

Black Mountain Ale House

Town Pump

The Fustics (rock), 9pm

Chuck Prophet & the Mission Express (rock) w/ Aaron Berg & The Heavy Love, 8pm

Blue Mountain Pizza Cafe

Tressa's Downtown Jazz and Blues

Lobster Trap

Great Smokey Mountain Bluegrass Band, 9pm Flying Monkeys

Live music, 9pm

Jim Arrendell & the Cheap Suits (dance), 10pm

Bob Zullo (jazz, pop, guitar), 6:30-10:30pm Handlebar

Bobby Miller & friends (bluegrass), 7-9pm

clubdirectory 5 Walnut Wine Bar 253-2593 altamont Brewing company 575-2400 The altamont Theatre 348-5327 arcade 258-1400 asheville civic center & Thomas Wolfe auditorium 259-5544 The asheville public (Tap) 505-1720 asheville music hall 255-7777 athena’s club 252-2456 avery creek pizza & ribs 687-2400 Barley’s Tap room 255-0504 Black mountain ale house 669-9090 Blend hookah lounge 505-0067 Blue mountain pizza 658-8777 Blue note Grille 697-6828 Boiler room 505-1612 BoBo Gallery 254-3426 Broadway’s 285-0400 Burgerworx 253-2333 The Bywater 232-6967 club hairspray 258-2027 club metropolis 258-2027 club remix 258-2027 The chop house 253-1852

The corner 575-2449 craggie Brewing company 254-0360 creature’s cafe 254-3636 adam dalton distillery 367-6401 dark city deli 257-5300 desoto lounge 986-4828 diana Wortham Theater 257-4530 dirty south lounge 251-1777 dobra Tea room 575-2424 The dugout 692-9262 eleven on Grove 505-1612 emerald lounge 232- 4372 firestorm cafe 255-8115 fred’s speakeasy 281-0920 french Broad Brewery Tasting room 277-0222 french Broad chocolate lounge 252-4181 The Garage 505-2663 The Gateway club 456-6789 Get down 505-8388 Good stuff 649-9711 Grey eagle music hall & Tavern 232-5800 Grove house eleven on Grove 505-1612

The Bywater

Club Metropolis

The Lower Level

Eleven on Grove

Bluegrass jam, 8pm Monday Night Swing w/ Russ Wilson & His Nouveau-Passe Orchestra, 7pm Vanuatu Kava Bar

Comedy "win-a-paid-gig" open mic Vincenzo's Bistro

Marc Keller (acoustic, variety), 7:30pm Westville Pub

Open mic, 7pm

Wild Wing Cafe

Karaoke, 10pm

Tue., July 24 5 Walnut Wine Bar

The John Henry's (jazz, swing), 8-10pm Altamont Brewing Company

Open mic w/ Zachary T, 8:30pm

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The Grove park inn (elaine’s piano Bar/ Great hall) 252-2711 The handlebar (864) 233-6173 harrah’s cherokee 497-7777 highland Brewing company 299-3370 holland’s Grille 298-8780 The hop 254-2224 The hop West 252-5155 iron horse station 622-0022 Jack of hearts pub 645-2700 Jack of the Wood 252-5445 Jus one more 253-8770 lexington avenue Brewery 252-0212 The lobster Trap 350-0505 The lower level 505-8333 luella’s Bar-B-Que 505-RIBS mack kell’s pub & Grill 253-8805 The magnetic field 257-4003 mike’s side pocket 281-3096 one stop Bar deli & Bar 255-7777 The orange peel 225-5851 pack’s Tavern 225-6944 pisgah Brewing co.

669-0190 pulp 225-5851

Trivia night, 10pm

Swing lessons, 6:30 & 7:30pm Tango lessons, 7pm Dance w/ J Ray 5, 8:30pm Get Down

Dekoder w/ Death First & Grudges Good Stuff

Club Hairspray

Trivia night, 10pm

Orange Peel

The Tallest Man on Earth (indie, folk) w/ Strand of Oaks, 9pm TallGary's Cantina The Bywater

Benji Hughes (classic rock, pop) w/ Eleni Mandell & Henry Wolfe, 8pm

Open mic w/ Taylor Martin, 8:30pm

Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Trivia, 8pm

Bob Zullo (jazz, pop guitar), 5:30-7:30pm The B's (favorites by request), 8-11pm Handlebar

Tuesday swing dance, 7pm Gene Dillard Bluegrass Jam, 8:30pm Hotel Indigo

Jack of the Wood Pub

Paul Cataldo (Americana)

Two for Tuesday feat: David Zoll & Alarm Clock Conspiracy, 8pm

T-N-T (Tuesday night techno)

Black Mountain Ale House Blue Mountain Pizza Cafe

One Stop Deli & Bar

Grey Eagle Music Hall & Tavern

Funk jam, 10pm

Trivia night, 7pm

Jay Brown (roots, blues), 7-9pm

Old-time jam, 6pm

Ben Hovey (downtempo, trumpet, piano, electronics), 7-10pm

Asheville Music Hall

purple onion cafe 749-1179 rankin vault 254-4993 red stag Grill at the Grand Bohemian hotel 505-2949 rendezvous 926-0201 root Bar no.1 299-7597 scandals nightclub 252-2838 scully’s 251-8880 shovelhead saloon 669-9541 smokey’s after dark 253-2155 southern appalacian Brewery 684-1235 spurs 575-2258 static age records 254-3232 stingrays 926-4100 straightaway cafe 669-8856 TallGary’s cantina 232-0809 rocky’s hot chicken shack 575-2260 Thirsty monk south 505-4564 Tolliver’s crossing irish pub 505-2129 Tressa’s downtown Jazz & Blues 254-7072 vincenzo’s Bistro 254-4698 Westville pub 225-9782 White horse 669-0816 Wild Wing cafe 253-3066

Lydia Loveless (country punk) w/ Maiden Creek Lodge & Flyin A's, 9pm Lexington Ave Brewery (LAB)

Front stage: Jake Hollifield (piano), 9pm Lobster Trap

The Dugout The Lower Level

Karaoke w/ Gary, 10pm Tolliver's Crossing Irish Pub

Trivia, 8pm

Vincenzo's Bistro

Steve Whiddon (piano covers), 5:30pm Westville Pub

Blues jam, 10pm White Horse

Irish sessions, 6:30pm Open mic, 8:45pm Wild Wing Cafe

Video trivia, 8pm

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Wed., July 25

Jeff & Justin (acoustic)

Blue Mountain Pizza Cafe

5 Walnut Wine Bar

Thu., July 26

Boiler Room

Juan Benevidas Trio (Latin, flamenco guitar), 8-10pm Altamont Brewing Company

Roots in the Round w/ The Dubber, Michael Tao, Chachillie & Riyen Roots, 9pm

WED THUR 7/19 FRI

MAX MELNER ORCHESTRA

$1 off all Whiskey • Real New Orleans PoBoys

BETA MAX

Awesome Guitarless Blues • $3.50 Vodka Drinks

TRIVIA NIGHT

Bring Your “A” Team • Prizes • $3.50 Gin & Tonics

GRAMMAR SCHOOL

SAT 7/21

Poly-genre Rock • $5 Robo Shots

SUN

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OPEN MIC Sign up at 7pm • $4 Margaritas BUY 1 GET 1 ½ Off APPETIZERS BLUES JAM with Westville Allstars Shrimp ‘n Grits • $3.50 Rum Drinks

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Ladies & Couples Welcome Sports Lounge feat.

NBA & UFC on big screen

Now featuring area’s only “Spinning Pole” Great Drink Specials Every Night

Black Mountain Ale House

Club Metropolis

Barley's Taproom

Blue Mountain Pizza Cafe

Barrie Howard (blues, one-man band)

Submission 2: Return of the Kink (dance party, performance art) feat: Selector Cleofus & more, 10pm

Black Mountain Ale House

Boiler Room

Club Remix

Blue Mountain Pizza Cafe

Club Hairspray

Club Hairspray

Club Xcapades

Club Remix

Creatures Cafe

Club Xcapades

Dirty South Lounge

Dirty South Lounge

Elaine's Dueling Piano Bar

Dr. Brown's Team Trivia, 8:30pm Open mic w/ Dave Bryan, 8pm Open mic

Retro night ('70s, '80s & '90s), 10pm Wicked Wednesdays (techno, drum 'n' bass), 10pm DJ Lil' Roo

Ultra Rockin' Music Nerd Challenge (trivia), 9pm Elaine's Dueling Piano Bar

Tim Marsh (folk), 8pm Get Down

Karaoke, 10pm Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Bob Zullo (jazz, pop guitar), 5:30-7:30pm The B's (favorites by request), 8-11pm

Kat Williams (soul, R&B) w/ Xenia Sky, Jimmy Farkus & Laura K. Balke, 8pm Dirty Bingo, 9pm

Dueling Pianos (rock 'n' roll sing-a-long), 9pm-1am Tim Fast (folk), 6pm

Bob Zullo (jazz, pop guitar), 5:30-7:30pm The B's (favorites by request), 8-11pm Jack of the Wood Pub

Bluegrass jam, 6pm

Lexington Ave Brewery (LAB)

Jack of Hearts Pub

Bluegrass jam, 7pm

Back stage: The Mothership of Fools w/ Goodbye Shanty Town, Aningha & Michael Jordan, 9:30pm

Jack of the Wood Pub

Lobster Trap

Old-time jam, 6pm

Hank Bones ("man of 1,000 songs"), 7-9pm

Lexington Ave Brewery (LAB)

Pisgah Brewing Company

Front stage: Shane Perlowin (guitar), 6-9pm

Zoogma (live electronica), 9pm

Lobster Trap

Purple Onion Cafe

One Stop Deli & Bar

Root Bar No. 1

Music trivia, 7pm The Larry Mitchell Band (jam, funk, rock) w/ Kung Fu Dynamite, 10pm Pisgah Brewing Company

Marrietta's Palm (reggae, rock), 6pm PULP

John Wilkes Boothe & the Black Toothe (absurdist folk) w/ River Whyless (indie folk, pop) & Baby Rattlesnakes, 9pm Root Bar No. 1

The Burning Angels (rock), 9:30pm Straightaway Cafe

Amy LaVere (country, Americana, jazz) w/ Coping Stone TallGary's Cantina

Open mic/jam, 7pm The Bywater

Ready, Set, Draw (game night), 8pm The Corner

Karaoke, 10pm The Lower Level

Soiree Fantastique (magic theater), 8pm Town Pump

Vincenzo's Bistro

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DJ Lil' Roo

Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Open mic

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Karaoke, 10pm

French Broad Chocolate Lounge

Vanuatu Kava Bar

Mon - Sat 6:30pm - 2am

"Carnival!" (Latin heat show), 10pm

French Broad Brewery Tasting Room

Singer Spotlight w/ Peggy Ratusz & The Revamps, 9pm

TheTreasureClub.com

Sloan Tones (newgrass, roots), 8pm

Dueling Pianos (rock 'n' roll sing-a-long), 9pm-1am

Tressa's Downtown Jazz and Blues

New Hours:

Club Hairspray

Alien Music Club (jazz jam), 9pm

Stringed instrument jam, 7:30pm

see for yourself at

Gnarnia Festival official showcase feat: Panther God, Amarru, Sonmi & more, 10pm

Disclaimer Standup Lounge (comedy open mic), 9pm

Athena's Club

Valorie Miller (Americana, folk), 7-9pm

WNC’s Premiere Adult Lounge & Sports Room

Asheville Music Hall

Decline of Western North Carolina showcase feat: Vic Crown w/ BFO, Dark Ridge, Electrolux & The Methmatics, 8pm Drag show, midnight Dance party w/ DJ Lil Roo (dance, hip-hop), 8pm Drag show, midnight

Arcade Idol, 10pm

Live Music 5 NIGHTS A WEEK! Daily Specials FULL BAR!

The Big Nasty (gypsy jazz), 8-10pm

Barley's Taproom

ARCADE

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Marc Keller (acoustic, variety), 7:30pm Westville Pub

Max Melner Orchestra (jazz, funk), 10pm White Horse

Skinny Legs & All (blues, rock) w/ Aaron LaFalce & Chalwa (reggae), 7pm Wild Wing Cafe

Swayback Sisters (Americana, country), 7:30pm Squeeze Rock (alt-rock, hip-hop, accordion), 9:30pm South Side Station

Karaoke, 8pm

TallGary's Cantina

Asheville music showcase, 8pm The Altamont Theater

Shannon Whitworth & Barrett Smith CD release (covers album), 8pm The Dugout

Rockstar Thursdays (karaoke), 9pm The Market Place

Ben Hovey (downtempo, trumpet, piano, electronics), 7-10pm Town Pump

Dark Water Rising (rock, blues), 9pm Tressa's Downtown Jazz and Blues

DJ D-Day (dance), 9pm Vincenzo's Bistro

Submission 2: Return of the Kink (dance party, performance art) feat: Selector Cleofus, 10pm Club Xcapades

DJ Snoop

Creatures Cafe

A Thin Place w/ Shield of Salvation & Bradley Falls, 6-11pm Elaine's Dueling Piano Bar

Disclaimer Comedy (standup) w/ Chelcie Rice, 8:15-9:15pm Dueling Pianos (rock 'n' roll sing-a-long), 9:30pm-1am Eleven on Grove

DJ dance party (top 40, house), 10pm Emerald Lounge

Gurp Fest feat: Adam Strange, DJ Football, TOPR & more (hip-hop showcase), 6pm French Broad Brewery Tasting Room

Dave Desmelik (Americana), 6pm

French Broad Chocolate Lounge

High Gravity Jazz, 8pm Get Down

The Shoal Creek Stranglers (folk, blues) Good Stuff

Tim Fast, 8pm Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Donna Germano (hammered dulcimer), 2-4pm Bill Covington (piano classics & standards), 5:30-7:30pm The Business (Motown, funk, soul), 8-11pm Highland Brewing Company

One Leg Up (swing, jazz) Jack of Hearts Pub

Riyen Roots (blues, roots), 9pm Jack of the Wood Pub

The Hill and the Wood (indie rock), 5pm Woody Pines (ragtime, country, blues) w/ Bunny Gang (feat: Nathen Maxwell of Flogging Molly), 8pm Lexington Ave Brewery (LAB)

Front stage: Jason Daniello, 6-9pm Back stage: Severance w/ Through the Fallen & Epic SuperFail (alt-rock), 9:30pm Lobster Trap

Calico Moon (Americana, country), 6:30-9pm One Stop Deli & Bar

Free Dead Fridays feat: members of Phuncle Sam, 5-8pm Orange Peel

Appetite for Destruction (Guns N' Roses tribute), 9pm

The Croon and Cadence Duo feat: Ginny McAfee, 7:30pm

Pack's Tavern

Westville Pub

Fred Whiskin (piano)

Men on Earth (rock), 9:30pm White Horse

The Stray Birds (American folk), 7:30pm

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Dance party w/ DJ Abu Dissaray, 9pm Asheville Music Hall

DJ Moto (dance hits, pop), 9pm Purple Onion Cafe Root Bar No. 1

Xenia Sky (folk), 9:30pm Scandals Nightclub

Dance party, 10pm Drag show, 1am

South Side Station

DJ B Note (dance), 9pm

Funky Reggae Party feat: Common Foundation, Chalwa, Dub Kartel & Marrietta's Palm, 10pm

Southern Appalachian Brewery

Athena's Club

Straightaway Cafe

Mark Appleford (blues, folk, rock), 6-10pm DJ, 10pm-2am Black Mountain Ale House

Chris Williams (soul, rock, reggae), 9pm

The Krektones (surf rock), 8pm Kevin Scanlon (bluegrass, folk) TallGary's Cantina

Back Pages (rock), 9:30pm The Corner

Dance Party w/ DJ Position The Dugout

Wondrous Temple of Boom After Burn feat: GalaxC Girl & more (industrial, dubstep), 10pm

Jonnie Blackwell & Six Toed Possum Babies, 9pm

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The Lower Level

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Latin International Club Salsa (lessons & dance party), 9pm The Magnetic Field

Reasonably Priced Babies (improv comedy), 7:30pm Town Pump

The Accidentally Irish Lads (Celtic, Americana), 9pm Tressa's Downtown Jazz and Blues

Free Flow Band (soul, funk), 10pm Vanuatu Kava Bar

An evening with Michael Jordan, 9pm

DJ dance party (industrial, dubstep), 10pm DJ Snoop

Creatures Cafe

The Blackiron Gathering w/ American Gonzos, Reckless Mercy & Vessel, 5pm-midnight Dark City Deli

Hobos & Lace (acoustic), 3pm Elaine's Dueling Piano Bar

Front stage: Shane Perlowin (guitar), 6-9pm Back stage: Blue Jeans & Khaki Pants (X-rated honky-tonk, country) w/ The Go Devils & RonD, 9pm Lobster Trap

Trevor Jazz Trio, 6:30-9pm Orange Peel

Childish Gambino (hip-hop), 9pm Pack's Tavern

Chris Hendricks (rock), 9pm Purple Onion Cafe

Uptown Jazz Quartet, 8pm

Dueling Pianos (rock 'n' roll sing-a-long), 9pm-1am

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Eleven on Grove

Root Bar No. 1

DJ dance party (top 40, house), 10pm

Wasted Wine (freak folk, rock), 9:30pm

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Emerald Lounge

Scandals Nightclub

Vincenzo's Bistro

Steve Whiddon (piano covers), 5:30pm

Gurp Fest feat: Ra Mak, Chris Donato, Optik, GFE & more (hip-hop showcase), 6pm

Dance party, 10pm Drag show, 12:30am

White Horse

French Broad Brewery Tasting Room

South Side Station

Bob Burnette (acoustic, indie), 6pm

Have Mile High Band (soft rock, country), 9pm

Wild Wing Cafe

French Broad Chocolate Lounge

Southern Appalachian Brewery

Asheville Sax (jazz), 8pm

The Stray Birds (American folk)

Get Down

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Mike Fenton (folk, roots), 8pm Country Fried Friday w/ Jody Medford & Cash Creek

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The John Henry's (hot jazz), 9pm ARCADE

"Bear Exploder" dance party w/ DJ Kipper Schauer, 9pm Asheville Music Hall

Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band (funk, jazz, rock) w/ The Dead Kenny G’s, 10pm Athena's Club

Mark Appleford (blues, folk, rock), 6-10pm DJ, 10pm-2am Black Mountain Ale House

David Earl Duo (roots, rock), 9pm

Amy's Blood Flo Benefit feat: Zombie Queen (punk), The Gloss Rockets, Mystery Cult, Broken Lilacs & more

Sweet Wednesday (roots rock, folk)

Good Stuff

The Asheville Public (TAP)

Grove Park Inn Great Hall

The Corner

Conservation Theory, 8pm Bill Covington (piano classics & standards), 5:30-7:30pm Underhill Rose (Americana, folk, country), 2-5pm Montuno, 8-11pm Handlebar

The Last Waltz (The Band tribute) feat: Zataban & friends, 9pm Harvest Records

Blue Mountain Pizza Cafe

Mark Bumgarner (Americana, country)

Justin Clifford Rhody photography show & DJ set, 6pm

Boiler Room

Highland Brewing Company

Decline of Western North Carolina showcase feat: Fun at the Farm, Reclamation Red, Glaze & Leigh Glass and the Hazards (rock, punk), 8pm Club Hairspray

Jeff Sipe Group (groove) Jack of Hearts Pub

Blair Crimmins & the Hookers (cabaret, jazz), 9pm

Drag show, midnight Dance party & drag show w/ DJ Lil Roo (dance, hip-hop), 8pm

Jack of the Wood Pub

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Lexington Ave Brewery (LAB)

Great Smoky Mountain Bluegrass Band, 4:30pm Sons of Ralph (bluegrass), 9pm

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Second Breakfast (funk, fusion), 9pm Tressa's Downtown Jazz and Blues

The Nightcrawlers (blues, soul, rock), 10pm White Horse

Byron Ballard ("Appalachian folk magic"), 2pm Jimmy Landrey, Ray Chesna, Annie Lolly & Joe Ebel (folk, Americana), 8pm Wild Wing Cafe

Space Capone (funk), 9:30pm

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The Story: The prehistoric animals of the Ice Age franchise must deal with cataclysm and pirates.

The Lowdown: A completely pointless animated film that’s mostly harmless, more of the same and horribly dull.

Just in time to make the Madagascar franchise look refreshing, it’s Ice Age: Continental Drift, the fourth installment in the popular Ice Age series. Take any film and drag it out over three sequels and you’re bound to get diminishing returns. Do the same with a middling animated film, and things start to get ugly. What it really comes down to is this is just another Ice Age movie, like all the other Ice Age movies, running ad nauseam on an infinite loop, over and over and over. A hundred years from now, they could be making the same Ice Age movies and, more than likely, no one would mind. At the end of days, there will be nothing left but cockroaches and Ice Age movies.

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The film brings back Manny (voiced by Ray Romano), the overbearing wooly mammoth; Diego (voiced by Denis Leary) the macho saber-toothed tiger and Sid (voiced

by John Leguizamo), the idiotic sloth. This time — after a cataclysmic earthquake — the trio is forced out to sea on a floating iceberg, and must make their way back home, but not before facing off against pirates, who are led by the simian Captain Gutt (voiced by Peter Dinklage).

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That’s most of the film, with slight diversions involving the Ice Age version of Wile E. Coyote, Scrat and some lessons learned about family, friends and other nauseatingly dull schmaltz.

The movie is Saturday morning cartoon basic, relying heavily on slapstick and formula.

Besides Sid’s grandmother, voiced by Wanda Sykes — whose entire career has involved being the best thing in terrible comedies — there’s nary a comedic bright spot. This is a movie — like the bulk of cinema directed toward kids — that’s meant to sell Happy Meals, and within that context, I suppose it’s a success.

The voice acting — which includes series newcomers like Peter Dinklage and Nick Frost, amongst a slew of celebrities like Jennifer Lopez, Drake and Nicki Minaj — is strong, yet so many people are shoved into thankless, perfunctory roles, so no one shines. Instead, we’re subjected to stylings of Romano and Leguizamo once again, which the rules of the market and box office dictated long ago should be kept far, far away from movie theaters. Asking that the same should happen to this movie is obviously too much to ask. Rated PG for mild rude humor and action/peril. reviewed by Justin Souther Playing at Carmike 10, Carolina Asheville Cinema 14, Epic of Hendersonville, Regal Biltmore Grande

Abraham lincoln: vampire hunter 2D (r) 7:45, 10:15 (no shows on 7/22-7/23) Brave 3D (Pg) 12:25, 2:50, 5:20 (no 5:20 show 7/22 or 7/24) Brave 2D (Pg) 12:45, 3:20, 5:45, 8:25 the Dark knight rises (Pg-13) 11:00, 12:00, 1:00, 2:00, 3:00, 4:00, 5:00, 6:00, 7:00, 8:00, 9:00, 10:00, 11:00 Ice Age: continental Drift 3D (Pg) 12:10, 2:20, 4:45, 7:10, 9:25 Ice Age: continental Drift 2D (Pg) 1:45, 4:15, 6:30, 8:45 snow white and the huntsman (Pg-13) 12:35, 3:40, 6:40, 9:35 ted (r) 2:10, 4:35, 7:20, 9:45

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startsfriday THE DARK KNIGHT RISES Well, here it is — the next big thing, only more so. Christopher Nolan's concluding chapter to his Batman series comes rolling into town at midnight on Thursday. Resistance is futile.

Dissenters will be dealt with in the harshest possible manner. The early reviews have started appearing. The excitement mounts. No film dares to go up against it locally. No serious moviegoer will be anywhere other than at a theater showing The Dark Knight Rises this weekend. That just about covers it. (PG-13)

specialscreenings BRIDE of fRANKENSTEIN JJJJJ HoRRoR RATED NR In Brief: As close to a perfect combination of writing, acting, directing and scoring as you likely to get, James Whale’s Bride of Frankenstein is that rarest of horror film that completely transcends questions of genre. It simply emerges as one of the great movies of all time without qualification. In fact, it’s a master class in filmmaking that’s the equal of Citizen Kane in demonstrating all the tools of cinema being brought into play to create a unique work of art.

The Thursday Horror Picture Show will screen Bride of Frankenstein Thursday, July 19 at 8 p.m. in the Cinema Lounge of The Carolina Asheville and will be hosted by Xpress movie critics Ken Hanke and Justin Souther.

THE IcEmAN comETH JJJJ DRAmA RATED PG In Brief: The American Film Theatre was a short-lived attempt by producer Ely Landau to bring stage drama to the screen. The resulting films weren’t quite canned theatre, but neither were they wildly cinematic. John Frankenheimer’s film of Eugene Neill’s The Iceman Cometh (1973) was no different, but it was and is a beautifully cast and performed record of the play. Your fondness for it will vary based on how you feel about very long (it runs four hours and is being shown in two parts on consecutive Sundays), very heavy drama of the sort only Neill wrote.

The Hendersonville Film Society will show The Iceman Cometh Part One at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 22 in the Smoky Mountain Theater at Lake Pointe Landing Retirement Community (behind Epic Cinemas), 333 Thompson St., Hendersonville.

SHow BoAT JJJJJ muSIcAl RATED NR In Brief: Long suppressed by MGM, James Whale’s 1936 film of the classic Broadway show, Show Boat, is far and away the best version ever made. Much more faithful than MGM’s rather tacky 1951 film, it works on every level, thanks to Whale’s masterful blending of cinema and theater. He gets every last bit of good out of the admittedly awkwardly structured original, and brings his unique filmmaking flair to the material while preserving the innate sense of theater. A few moments may come across as politically incorrect today, but the tone makes the overall film come across as anything but.

The Asheville Film Society will screen Show Boat Tuesday, July 24 at 8 p.m. in the Cinema Lounge of The Carolina Asheville and will be hosted by Xpress movie critics Ken Hanke and Justin Souther.

VIDEoDRomE JJJJJ ScI-fI HoRRoR SATIRE RATED R In Brief: David Cronenberg’s brilliant horror-sci-fi-satire Videodrome seemed pretty farfetched when it hit movie screens in 1983, but his vision of a world where technology would become so out of control that the line between mankind and his devices would become blurred in one gooey package (termed the new flesh) no longer seems all that bizarre in our always connected present. In fact, it feels disturbingly prophetic.

Classic World Cinema by Courtyard Gallery will present Videodrome at 8 p.m. Friday, July 20 at Phil Mechanic Studios, 109 Roberts St., River Arts District, upstairs in the Railroad Library). Info: 273-3332, http://www.ashevillecourtyard.com

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ABRAHAM LINCOLN: VAMPIRE HUNTER JJJJ

BENJAMIN WALKER, DOMINIC COOPER, ANTHONY MACKIE, MARY ELIZABETH WINSTEAD, RUFUS SEWELL Horror Amusingly nonsensical story of Abraham Lincoln as, well, a vampire hunter. Of course, it’s silly. (How could it not be?) But it has its share of effective scenes, good performances, some intriguing ideas and a splendid lead vampire.

Rated R

MOONRISE KINGDOM JJJJJ

BRUCE WILLIS, EDWARD NORTON, BILL MURRAY, FRANCES MCDORMAND, KARA HAYWARD, JARED GILMAN, TILDA SWINTON, JASON SCHWARTZMAN Comedy Romance drama Two misfit children run away on an island in the summer of 1965. Sweet, beautifully detailed, funny and very human tale of first love—with all the trimmings one expects from Wes Anderson. Easily the best film of 2012 so far and a must-see, especially for fans of the filmmaker. Rated PG-13

JJJJ THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN JJJJ PROMETHEUS NOOMI RAPACE, MICHAEL FASSBENDER, CHARLIZE THERON, IDRIS ELBA, ANDREW GARFIELD, EMMA STONE, RHYS IFANS, DENIS LEARY, MARTIN SHEEN, SALLY FIELD, IRRFAN KHAN Comic Book Action The Spider-Man origin story told anew to kickstart the franchise. Well-made and entertaining — and boasting improved lead actors — but rather unremarkable. It may be as good as the film it reboots, but the freshness is gone. Rated PG-13

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BERNIE JJJJJ

JACK BLACK, SHIRLEY MACLAINE, MATTHEW MCCONAUGHEY, BRADY COLEMAN, RICHARD ROCHIBAUX, BRANDON SMITH Fact-based dark Comedy drama True-life crime story about the murder of a much-hated old woman, her killer and the very odd fall-out from the crime in a small Texas town. Darkly funny, oddly touching, disturbing and surprisingly deep film that benefits from a very unusual approach.

A must-see. Rated PG-13

THE BEST ExOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL JJJJJ

JUDI DENCH, BILL NIGHY, MAGGIE SMITH, TOM WILKINSON, DEV PATEL, CELIA IMRIE, RONALD PICKUP, PENELOPE WILTON Comedy drama A group of old-age pensioners go to India and the affordable hotel of the title, only to find it’s not exactly as described in the brochure. Warm, funny, touching, completely winning film that does right by a cast that in turn does right by it. Rated PG-13

BRAVE JJJ

(VOICES) KELLY MACDONALD, BILLY CONNOLLY, EMMA THOMPSON, JULIE WATERS, ROBBIE COLTRANE Animated Action Fantasy A princess in ancient Scotland refuses to follow her parents’ wishes and tries to change her fate with the help of a witch. It’s a solidly OK animated fantasy from Pixar, but it’s certainly nothing to get excited about. Rated PG

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(VOICES) RAY ROMANO, DENIS LEARY, JOHN LEGUIZAMO, QUEEN LATIFAH, PETER DINKLAGE Animated Adventure The prehistoric animals of the Ice Age franchise must deal with cataclysm and pirates. A completely pointless animated film that’s mostly harmless, more of the same and horribly dull. Rated PG

KATY PERRY: PART OF ME JJJJ

KATY PERRY, SHANNON WOODWARD, RACHAEL MARKARIAN, MIA MORETTI Pop Music documentary The story:A 3-D music documentary about pop star Katy Perry. A fun and flattering, performance-heavy documentary that Perry fans will love, and non-fans won’t mind if they bother to see it for some reason.

Rated PG

MAGIC MIKE JJJJ

CHANNING TATUM, ALEX PETTYFER, CODY HORN, MATTHEW MCCONAUGHEY, OLIVIA MUNN Male stripper drama A male stripper deals with the trials and tribulations of wanting more out of life than being a male stripper. An occasionally wonderful, (and thankfully human) look at the sex industry; it suffers from a weak third act, but is pitch perfect when it works. Rated R

GUY PEARCE, LOGAN MARSHALL-GREENE sci-Fi Horror A corporation sends a small group of specialists into space to track down what may be the origin of life on Earth. Never as deep, and certainly not as daring, as it seems to wish it was, Prometheus is still compelling as entertainment—and boasts some incredible effects and design. Rated R

SAVAGES JJJ

TAYLOR KITSCH, AARON JOHNSON, BLAKE LIVELY, BENICIO DEL TORO, SALMA HAYEK drama/Action Two pot growers go after the Mexican drug cartel who’ve kidnapped their shared girlfriend. A strong cast and solid direction can’t make up for a script that gives you no reason to care. Rated R

THE STRANGER JJJJJ

EDWARD G. ROBINSON, LORETTA YOUNG, ORSON WELLES, PHILLIP MERIVALE, RICHARD LONG, KONSTANTIN SHAYNE, BILLY HOUSE suspense Thriller A Nazi hunter (Edward G. Robinson) pursues an infamous concentration camp head to a small town in New England where he’s taken on a new identity. Terrific suspense thriller from the great Orson Welles. Its popularity has gotten in the way of the film getting its proper due as one of the filmmaker’s better films. Rated NR

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MARK WAHLBERG, MILA KUNIS, (VOICE) SETH MACFARLANE, JOEL MCHALE, GIOVANNI RIBISI Raunchy Gimmick Comedy A man struggles to juggle his girlfriend and his lifelong best friend, who just happens to be an anthropomorphic teddy bear he wished into existence as a child. A one-joke premise that’s mindless, rambling and downright stupid. Rated R

TO ROME WITH LOVE JJJJJ

WOODY ALLEN, JUDY DAVIS, JESSE EISENBERG, GRETA GERWIG, ELLEN PAGE, ALEC BALDWIN, ROBERTO BENIGNI, ALISON PILL, PENELOPE CRUZ Comedy Woody Allen drops in on four intercut stories that take place in Rome. Witty, clever and frequently brilliant, Allen’s latest is a fine, entertaining film from a master filmmaker — and a still sharp comedian. Rated R

TYLER PERRY’S MADEA’S WITNESS PROTECTION JJJJ

TYLER PERRY, EUGENE LEVY, DENISE RICHARDS, DORIS ROBERTS, ROMEO, JOHN AMOS, TOM ARNOLD Comedy For reasons best not examined very closely, Eugene Levy and his family wind up as witness protection guests of Madea and Joe. A pretty big improvement in the run of Tyler Perry’s Madea movies. It’s ingratiating and frequently very funny. It hardly reinvents the wheel, but it provides a pleasant ride. Rated PG-13

YOUR SISTER’S SISTER JJJJJ

EMILY BLUNT, MARK DUPLASS, ROSEMARIE DEWITT, MIKE BIRBIGLIA Comedy drama Character comedy-drama about a young man who accidentally finds himself thrown together with his best friend’s sister in a lonely cabin, what happens between them and what happens when his best friend arrives on the scene. A charming surprise and probably not the indie-type movie you’re expecting. The characters are warm and likable with Mark Duplass’ performance a standout. Rated R

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NEAR UNCA and GREENWAY! Peaceful, wooded setting for 2BR/1BA, just renovated! W/D hookup, carpet, small private porch. $675/mo includes water.

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Available end of July.

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Short-Term Rentals 15 MINUTES TO ASHEVILLE Guest house, vacation/short term rental in beautiful country setting. • Complete with everything including cable and internet. • $130/day, $650/week, $1500/month. Weaverville area. • No pets please.

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ADVANCE CONCERT TICKET SALES • $10.50 per hour guaranteed plus a weekly bonus program. We are seeking individuals for full and part time in our local Asheville sales office. • Benefit package • Weekly paycheck • Students welcome. Our employees earn $500-$650 per week with bonuses. No experience necessary, we will train the right people. Enthusiasm and a clear speaking voice are required. Call today for a personal interview.

828-236-2530.

HOUSEKEEPERS P/T. Year-round consistent employment, Asheville.

Experience, professional, reliable and responsible for upscale B&B. Must be flexible and able to work weekends.

References and background check required. No drop-bys.

Please call 828-254-3878 for interview. Black Walnut Bed And Breakfast Inn. LOCAL WHOLESALE COMPANY is looking for a full-time entry level product photographer with graphic design skills. • Employee will be responsible for product photography, image management of over 8,000 items, and weekly promotional emails (layout and design). • Attention to detail is an absolute must, as is the ability to keep up a fast pace and work independently under weekly deadlines. • Experience is preferred, but candidates who can demonstrate the required skill areas will be considered. • We offer competitive salary, health benefits, paid holiday and vacation time off days as well as friendly and comfortable work environment.

Please email resume and samples of work to jamesm@afgdistribution.com or fax to 828-259-3674.

MANUFACTURING JOBS First and second shift. Call (980) 295-9104 or (704) 604-2587, between 12pm-5pm.

PAUL TAYLOR CUSTOM SANDALS AND BELTS Shop help wanted. Part-time sales and hands-on work experience helpful. Will train right person. No phone calls.

Bring resume to 12 Wall St. or email paultaylorsandals@gmail.com CDL DRIVERS If you are a “people person” you could be a great tour guide! Training provided. Part-time with potential to full-time. www.graylineasheville.com info@graylineasheville.com 828-251-8687 TROLLEY COMPANY Seeks full-time Operations Supervisor/Tour Guide. Must have CDL; hospitality or transportation experience desirable. Send resume or request application: howard @graylineasheville.com

Skilled Labor/ Trades EXPERIENCED GLASS TECHNICIAN • Wanted for the installation of commercial, residential and automotive glass in the Asheville area.

Drug and background screen mandatory. Resumes to b2babb@hotmail.com HEATING & AIR Experienced HVAC installers needed. Call 910-285-3879.

Administrative/ Office

COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING COORDINATOR Part-Time (20 hours per week) MANNA FOODBANK. Bachelor’s Degree required, Excellent communication, people skills, two years Special Event experience and a good driving record required. Complete job description and application instructions at www.mannafoodbank.org EOE

FOOD SOURCING COORDINATOR PART-TIME (20 HOURS) MANNA FOODBANK Bachelors’s Degree or Equivalent Experience Assist in the procurement of food and grocery inventories from the food industry Good Driving Record Required Complete job description and application instructions at www.mannafoodbank.org EOE LEGAL ASSISTANT • The Van Winkle Law Firm seeks an experienced Legal Assistant for its Asheville Office. This individual will work within a team to prepare documents, maintain attorneys’ files and calendars, and oversee adherence to calendared items, document requests, and otherwise assist attorneys in all aspects of practice. • The chosen candidate will demonstrate attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task. • The ability to facilitate communication between team members whether written or spoken is critical. 2-5 years legal assistant experience or similar administrative experience is preferred.

Please send qualifications to hr@vwlawfirm.com OFFICE ASSISTANT/BOOKKEEPER Office assistant/bookkeeper needed; 15-20 hours per week; must be proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word and Outlook)and QuickBooks.

Please send resume to howard @graylineasheville.com PART TIME BILLING ASSISTANT • Part-time administrative position handling medical/Medicaid billing with non-profit. Flexible hours; great staff/team.

Experience with data entry, records management, databases and spreadsheets needed. Requires an extremely organized, selfsufficient professional willing to work on a team and be comfortable working with deadlines. • Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Please send resume to Joe Yurchak atjyurchak @autismsociety-nc.org

THE VAN WINKLE LAW FIRM • Seeks a Centralized File Opener for its Asheville Office.

This individual will work within the accounting team to support attorneys in opening files and completing firmwide conflict searches. • Critical thinking and knowledge of research practices, combined with the ability to facilitate communication between• the department, attorneys and staff is necessary. Reporting directly to the Director of Accounting, the position will require the ability to negotiate between departments and foster communications regarding firm matters. • A strong attention to detail, including organizational skills and the ability to multi-task while prioritizing those matters that are most urgent vs. those which are routine is critical to this new position. • An advanced understanding of common business applications, including Microsoft Suite is mandatory.

• The right candidate will demonstrate a comfort level with routinely learning new office processes as well as a ready aptitude for new computer software programs.

2-5 years law-firm experience as a legal assistant or paralegal, or the equivalent research experience based background is necessary, as is a high school diploma. An associate’s degree or higher is preferred. Please send qualifications to hr@vwlawfirm.comSummatio n or other electronic discovery databases, and 5 or more years work experience, is prefe THE VAN WINKLE LAW FIRM • Seeks a Trust and Estate Paralegal for its Asheville Office. • This individual will work within a team to prepare correspondence and court documents for trust and estate administration, complete fiduciary account tax returns and otherwise assist attorneys in all aspects of practice. • Attention to detail, including organizational skill and demonstrable writing capability, is sought. An understanding of common business applications, including Microsoft Excel and Word is critical. • Knowledge of accounting is necessary, as position includes data entry into a proprietary financial accounting program and preparation of accountings for the Court and/or beneficiaries.

• 2-5 years experience is preferred. Paralegal Certification is desirable but not required. Please send qualifications to hr@vwlawfirm.com

TRUST AND ESTATE PARALEGAL • The Van Winkle Law Firm seeks a Trust and Estate Paralegal for its Asheville Office. • This individual will work within a team to prepare correspondence and court documents for trust and estate administration, complete fiduciary account tax returns and otherwise assist attorneys in all aspects of practice. Attention to detail, including organizational skill and demonstrable writing capability, is sought. An understanding of common business applications, including Microsoft Excel and Word is critical. • Knowledge of accounting is necessary, as position includes data entry into a proprietary financial accounting program and preparation of accountings for the Court and/or beneficiaries.

2-5 years experience is preferred. • Paralegal Certification is desirable but not required. Please send qualifications to hr@vwlawfirm.comSu TRUST AND LEGAL ASSISTANT • The Van Winkle Law Firm seeks an experienced Trust and Estate Legal Assistant for its Asheville Office. • This individual will work within a team to prepare documents, maintain attorneys’ files and calendars, and oversee adherence to calendared items, document requests, and otherwise assist attorneys in all aspects of practice.

• The chosen candidate will demonstrate attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task.

2-5 years legal assistant experience or similar administrative experience is preferred. Please send qualifications to hr@vwlawfirm.com

Salon/ Spa SENSIBILITIES DAY SPA • Now hiring Front Desk Staff.

Receptionist or retail experience required.Bring resume to 59 Haywood St.

Sales/ Marketing ADVANCE CONCERT TICKET SALES • $10.50 per hour guaranteed plus a weekly bonus program. We are seeking individuals for full and part time in our local Asheville sales office. • Benefit package • Weekly paycheck • Students welcome. Our employees earn $500-$650 per week with bonuses. No experience necessary, we will train the right people. Enthusiasm and a clear speaking voice are required. Call today for a personal interview.

828-236-2530.

ADVANCE CONCERT TICKET SALES • $10.50 per hour guaranteed plus a weekly bonus program. We are seeking individuals for full and part time in our local Asheville sales office. • Benefit package • Weekly paycheck • Students welcome. Our employees earn $500-$650 per week with bonuses. No experience necessary, we will train the right people. Enthusiasm and a clear speaking voice are required. Call today for a personal interview.

828-236-2530.

EXHIBIT SALES PROFESSIONAL The premiere Asheville-based green event production company is seeking a seasoned sales pro to join our sales team. Email hr@sevenstarevents.com LOCAL DISTRIBUTOR IS LOOKING FOR A FULL TIME INSIDE SALES EMPLOYEE (SR-II) TO JOIN OUR TEAM • Candidate will be responsible for generating sales revenue on new accounts by analyzing and researching database for sales leads, initiating calls to prospective retail stores / resellers, following up on catalog requests, and winning back sales on old accounts. • The candidate will also be responsible for sales order entry on new accounts. • Candidates must have strong sales skills, computer skills and be self motivated, reliable, and detail oriented. • Candidate must be able to travel on occasion and attend out of town trade shows.

Previous sales experience required. • Benefits include competitive pay, comfortable atmosphere w/casual dress, holiday and vacation pay, health insurance co-pay, and great office hours. Salary is a fixed hourly rate + sales commission. Interested parties please email / fax resume and cover letter, jamesm@afgdistribution.com fax# 828 259-3674 SALES & SALES MANAGEMENT We have a business system that puts you in front of qualified clients. NO COLD CALLING! Sales positions 75K+.

Management positions 125K+. 828-686-5059 to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.

SALES REPRESENTATIVE How to apply: Email cover letter, resume, and references to amanda@altecheco.com See Mountain Xpress website for expanded job description.

Restaurant/ Food APOLLO FLAME • WAITSTAFF Full-time. • Fast, friendly atmosphere. • Apply in person between 2pm-4pm, 485 Hendersonville Road.

274-3582.

EXPERIENCED LINE COOK Stoney Knob Cafe. Full time.

Fast pace and high volume requiring ability to multi-task and work efficiently under pressure. Apply in person, 2pm-4pm, Monday-Saturday, 337 Merrimon Avenue, Weaverville.

Stoney Knob Cafe.

PF Chang’s is looking for all FOH and BOH positions.

Please apply in person ONLY between 2-4 Monday thru Thursday at 26 Schenck Parkway in Biltmore Park Town Square www.pfchangs.com

Hotel/ Hospitality PART-TIME ASSISTANT INNKEEPER/HOUSEKEEPER Seeking PT Asst. Innkeeper for 7-room B&B in South Asheville. M-F 20-35 hrs/week. $13/hr + cleaning tips. Resumes: blakehouseinn@gmail.com THE GROVE PARK INN is currently seeking experienced Hotel Room Attendants & will pay up to $14/hr depending on experience. Excellent compensation & benefits.

Apply Online at www.groveparkinn.com. The Grove Park Inn is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug-Free Workplace.

AWAKE OVERNIGHT RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR Stone Mountain School, a therapeutic residential boarding school serving male adolescents ages 11-17, is hiring a part-time awake overnight residential counselor to provide overnight supervision of students.

Overnight awake staff will maintain an environment that protects the safety and wellbeing of students and will provide crisis intervention when appropriate. Requires the ability to walk 1-5 miles per shift up and down steep trails. Must be able to lift 50lbs. 10pm-6am, 3 to 4 nights a week. Will pay up to $14/hr depending on experience. High School Diploma/GED required.

Preference will be given to those with experience in social services and/or working with program’s population.

Send resume and cover letter to Carlos Barnes at cbarnes@stonemountainscho ol.com 828-669-8639

FAMILIES TOGETHER. Due to continuous growth in WNC, Families Together, Inc is now hiring licensed professionals and Qualified Professionals in Buncombe, McDowell, Madison, Rutherford, Henderson, and Transylvania Counties. • Qualified candidates will include • LPC’s, LCSW’s, LMFT’s, LCAS’s, PLCSW’s, or LPCA’s and Bachelor’s and Master’s Qualified Professionals. • FTI provides a positive work environment, flexible hours, room for advancement, health benefits, and an innovative culture.• Candidates should go to www.nc-mentor.com

Drivers/Delivery LEARN TO DRIVE! Transportation Industry! Job Placement! No Experience Necessary ! $ 40,000 + Industry Average Income.

Health Insurance & Benefits!

New VA Approved Program for Post 9/11 Veterans and Reservists! Alliance Tractor Trailer Training Centers 1-828-684-4454 ; 1-800-334-1203 or AllianceTractorTrailer.com

Human Services ASHEVILLE ACADEMY FOR GIRLS • Is seeking a licensed masters level therapist. • Previous experience working with adolescent girls and their families is a must. • Experience providing service in a residential treatment setting is preferred. Principle duties will include: treatment planning and coordination; individual and group therapy; family support and education; and liaison work with referral sources. • AAG clinicians work some evenings as well as week-end shifts. Serving as an on-call clinician on evenings and weekends on a rotational basis is also a must. This is a 30+ hours/week or full-time position. For more detailed job description and/or to make application, please send a resume, brief letter of interest, and a copy of your current license to michelle @ashevilleacademy.com EOE

FAMILIES TOGETHER (FT) • Is dedicated to providing quality services to our exceptional children, families and adults. FT is a CABHA, and nationally accredited with CARF International. • Families Together is recruiting a Social Worker to provide assessment and case management with elderly and disabled adults in the Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults (CAP-DA). • Qualified candidates will include Bachelors Degree in Social Work or a related Human Services field; must have 1 year social work experience , preferably with geriatric or medical social work experience; experience preferred in the areas of case management, assessment and referral. • Solid computer skills for paperwork-intensive position; ability to work independently from home office, and meet a billable standard. • Full time salaried position in Buncombe and Madison Counties; own transportation required. FT provides a positive work environment, flexible hours, room for advancement, health benefits, and an innovative culture. Candidates should go to www.nc-mentor.com

MAKE A DIFFERENCE NC Mentor is offering free informational meetings to those who are interested in becoming therapeutic foster parents. The meetings will be held on the 2nd Tuesday 6:30pm-7:30pm (snacks provided) and 4th Friday 12pm-1pm (lunch provided).

• If you are interested in making a difference in a child’s life, please call Rachel Wingo at (828) 696-2667 ext 15 or e-mail Rachel at rachel.wingo@thementornetw ork.com• Become a Therapeutic Foster Family.

• Free informational meeting.

NC Mentor. 120C Chadwick Square Court, Hendersonville, NC 28739.

THE ASHEVILLE OFFICE OF FAMILY PRESERVATION SERVICES • RN to serve on an ACT Team (start date 9/1); QMHP to serve children/adolescents and families on an Intensive In Home Team; Licensed or provisionally licensed therapist to work with children in our school-based program; Certified Peer Support Specialist to work in our PSR program.Please send resumes to csimpson@fpscorp.com

UNIVERSITY COUNSELOR/PROGRAM COORDINATOR East Tennessee State University.

ETSU Counseling Center is seeking a temporary full-time Counselor/Program Coordinator for the 20122013 academic year.

Candidate must have master’s degree in applicable field and be licensed/license eligible for LMFT, LPC or LCSW. Position includes individual counseling and coordinating campus programming for sexual/relationship violence prevention and healthy sexuality/relationship skills.

Diversity is celebrated and welcomed. Please send cover letter and resume to alexanrl@etsu.edu

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A-B TECH WORKFORCE OUTREACH COORDINATOR • SUMMARY: Responsible for achieving targeted marketing and growth in Workforce Development training programs through the acquisition and development of business and industry clients. Identifies and creates new opportunities for marketing A-B Tech to businesses, resulting in revenue and enrollment growth to meet established targets. Duties include solicitation, qualification, negotiation, contracting for and account maintenance of business training clients and direct outreach opportunities.

Serve as Enka evening administrator rotating as assigned. • MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 1. A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communication, business management, education or related field. 2. Two years sales, marketing or recruiting experience. 3. Demonstrated success establishing and achieving numeric goals. 4.

Excellent written and oral communication skills. 5.

Computer proficiency in desktop office applications. 6.

Must have reliable transportation and a valid, unrestricted NC drivers’ license. • PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: 1. Two years sales, marketing or recruiting experience in an educational setting. 2. Training experience in an educational, corporate or industrial environment. 3.

Demonstrated experience with diverse groups. 4.

Customer relations management (CRM) database experience. • SALARY RANGE: $41,952 - $47,196. Please visit abtcc.peopleadmin.com/ postings/search for more detail and application instructions.

OPENINGS Beer City Bicycles, 144 Biltmore Ave. 575-2453 Blue Rage (antique and local-goods retail store), 8 College St. 450-1985 Immedion (technology and data services), 100 Technology Drive in Biltmore Town Square. immedion.com The Wyvern’s Tale (game store), 347 Merrimon Ave., 505-7887 (pictured) Zuma Too: Cookies and Cones (bakery and tasting room), 131 S. Main St., Marshall. 649-1617

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Passionate about local food and creating strong farms and healthy communities? Join ASAP’s creative, committed team of nearly 20 folks, from farmers to educators! We have a position open for a talented nonprofit Finance Manager. • The Finance

MOUNTAIN XPRESS IS LOOKING FOR A THOUGHTFUL, SAVVY AND HARD-WORKING WRITER TO COVER THE LOCAL FOOD SCENE

A-B TECH HR Data Management Specialist SUMMARY: Serves as primary contact for technical information and assistance

Manager is responsible for

Our food writer will:

executing the financial

Curate and write content for the weekly print edition, as well as for our website.

activities of the organization,

related to the Human

application of GAAP principles in compliance with state and federal regulations. • The Finance Manager also has the opportunity to share their

Make connections, keep up with breaking food news and get the word out with alacrity.

farmers. • For more information, please visit our website at http://www.asapconnections.o rg. Deadline for applications is 7/31/12. ASAP is a regional nonprofit based in Asheville, NC, with a mission to help local farms thrive, link farmers to markets and supporters, and build healthy communities through connections to local food.

data related to full-time and accurate, courteous and efficient service to the various internal and external customers assisted by this

Be active on social media and be down with Twitter.

position. • MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 1.

Associate’s degree in

Write the content for our twice-yearly food supplements.

Accounting, Human Resources, Information Technology, Business

accounting knowledge with our area’s hardworking

collecting and maintaining part-time employees. Provides

including all accounting functions, grant reporting, and

Resources function by

Enjoy the local food scene.

Administration or related field.

2. Two years’ previous

• The position requires attendance at some afterhours events and functions. • We need someone who’s comfortable talking with both the celebrity chef and the hotdog vendor. • The position offers a good deal of editorial freedom, so self-motivation and creativity are musts. • We offer competitive salary and benefits.

experience working with and providing accurate, detailed reports. PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: 1. Previous experience working in Human Resources. 2. Current knowledge and demonstrated ability to use Datatel Colleague system. • SALARY RANGE: $33,192 - $37,341.

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• She/he maintains the MFA Program’s website as well as the alumni (Friends of Writers) website; she/he supervises the undergraduate crew; as the Program’s liaison with vendors, she/he develops and negotiates contracts; and she/he aids in the production of semi-annual residency sessions. • Other duties include the management of the application process semiannually, and the compilation and production of student manuscript books for each residency. • Computer/technological skills are essential; acquaintance with web content management, especially on a WordPress platform, is preferred. • The successful candidate should have excellent typing skills, event management or production experience, the ability to supervise effectively and work productively with others, as well as excellent customer service and communication skills, exceptional organizational skills, and previous office experience requiring the need to prioritize and perform multiple tasks. • Some knowledge of and interest in contemporary writers is preferred. The MFA Program has two 10-day residencies each year, in January and July. • The successful candidate must be available to work 12- to 16hour consecutive days throughout the two residencies. The summer residency typically includes July 4. Winter residency preparation involves working on New Year’s Day. • Warren Wilson College is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of its community. Please send cover letter, résumé, and contact information for three professional references by email to hr@warrenwilson.edu. Electronic submissions are required.

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A-B TECH INSTRUCTOR, FACILITY MAINTENANCE CRAGGY CORRECTIONAL CENTER • SUMMARY: Instruct students at Craggy Correctional Center in the skills and knowledge applicable to Facility Maintenance. • MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 1. Classroom teaching or training experience including instructional knowledge of carpentry, small engines, HVAC, electrical and plumbing. 2. Comfortable working in an incarcerated setting. 3. Strong commitment to and ability to maintain accurate records. • PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: 1. Teaching experience with at-risk populations, individuals in substance abuse treatment, and/or those under the jurisdiction of the Department of Corrections. • SALARY RANGE: $32,628 $32,688. Please visit abtcc.peopleadmin.com/ postings/search for more details and application instructions.

A-B TECH INSTRUCTOR, NURSING • Full Time Regular, 9-months. • SUMMARY: Conduct college courses for undergraduate students in associate degree nursing and diploma level practical nursing programs. This individual must possess the knowledge and skills to teach and supervise students in classroom, laboratory and clinical settings as assigned.

• MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 1. Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution; or Bachelor’s degree in nursing with expected graduation from a Master’s in nursing or Master’s in nursing education program by May 15, 2015. 2. Two years of full time work experience as a Registered Nurse 3.

Unrestricted RN License in NC 4. Current CPR certification for professional rescue,. • PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: 1. Experience teaching in a college or university setting.

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ArtSpace Charter School is now accepting applications for a Kindergarten Teacher.

Applicants MUST have a current North Carolina teaching license in Elementary Education.

Previous experience as a lead teacher in a kindergarten classroom is highly preferred.

Applicants must be willing to work in a collaborative, integrated, experiential environment. K nowledge of the arts and arts integration strategies is preferred but not required. Please send resumes and cover letters to: resumes@artspacecharter.org with the subject heading “Kindergarten Teacher”.

Deadline to apply: July 20.

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Hours 9am-1pm. Contact: naturallygrownpreschool @gmail.com MOUNTAIN AREA CHILD AND FAMILY CENTER • EHS Classroom Educator (Ricevilletoddler rm). • The ideal candidate has 3+ years of high quality classroom leadership w/ a B-K or 4 year ECE degree preferred AA in ECE or related field and/or CDA required. • Strong knowledge of NC licensing requirements, NAEYC standards, and TS Gold preferred. F/T + competitive benefits pkg incl. vol. medical/dental/matching 403b, life ins, PTO, Holiday pay, CEU’s, and more!

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MACFC would love to talk with you! • The ideal candidate has 3+ years of high quality classroom leadership w/ a B-K or 4 year ECE degree. • Strong knowledge of NC licensing requirements, NAEYC standards, and TS Gold preferred. Applications available online at www.macfc.org.

MOUNTAIN AREA CHILD AND FAMILY CENTER • P/T Teacher Assistants (25 hours) for Riceville. This is a regular 12:00-5:30pm, MondayFriday schedule supporting one primary classroom. (More morning hours may be available based on center schedule needs). • Part-time benefits include holiday pay and paid time off. • Qualified candidates will have exp. working with infants and toddlers in a licensed center.

AAS/BA/BS in ECE or BA/BS in a related field that includes 18 ECE hrs preferred.

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THE LEARNING COMMUNITY SCHOOL • Hiring for Spanish, PE positions Small, experiential K/8 grade school hiring part-time teachers for SPANISH and PE. Afternoon hours, 12:45-4:30, 3-5 days a week. Two years experience in teaching/ coaching children a must for both positions. If you would like to work in a team-friendly environment and want more info, email employment @thelearningcommunity.org.

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