Mountain Xpress, May 2 2012

OUR 18TH YEAR OF WEEKLY INDEPENDENT NEWS, ARTS, & EVENTS FOR WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA VOL. 18 NO. 41 MAY 2 - MAY 8, 2012

THE ELECTION ISSUE

Wordfest starts a new conversation p58

Big Love: Asheville’s indie fest turns two p59

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p. 12 Meet the candidates Last year, the state Legislature made a couple of big changes on our behalf: It switched the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners to district-based elections and moved most Asheville residents into a different congressional district.

Looking ahead to the May 8 primary , we quizzed a host of candidates on some key issues (and had a little fun, too). Find the latest political coverage at mountainx.com/election.

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news 28 Asheville CitY CounCil: skAteboArding is (no) CriMe Council directs staff to craft rules for legal skateboarding downtown

food 50 More thAn MeAtloAf Knife & Fork gets creative for a newly devout audience

arts&entertainment 58 A short line between different Cultures The poetry of Wordfest brings people together

59 deAr Asheville, we still love You The Big Love keeps growing at our all-local fest

60 spring stYle: fAir trAde fAshion forwArd Show highlights lovely clothes that are good for the conscience

61 “when silenCe is betrAYAl”

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I don't like what you've been doing with “News of the Weird.” Sometimes you don't run it at all. Other times, you cut it down in size. I notice you don't mess with the sensationally superstitious astrology column or “Asheville Disclaimer” which, at its absolute best, barely rises to the level of faintly amusing.

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Gettin' Groceries at the asheville farmers markets Mmmmm. The farmers market. I'm a local musician who plays gigs around town and occasionally out of state or out of country. And I have to say, that of all the theaters, venues and clubs that I've played, nothing beats the Asheville farmers markets. I love these gigs. The payment is usually tips and produce; there is no stage, no PA, no fame

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And everyone seems to be in a fabulous mood.

Why wouldn't they be? They get to buy their groceries in this jolly, entertaining outdoor setting.

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I took the farmers in this area for granted until I signed up to play farmers markets in other towns, expecting the same offerings and settings. What I learned is that farmers here have tremendous pride in growing everything organic, and not selling goods from out of town or that are factory-assisted.

It's a given that when you go to one of Asheville's markets that everything is going to be as fresh and local as it gets. And where else in America does a town this size have such an abundance of sustainable farmers per capita? Where else can I buy my groceries and get a breakfast turnover with ramps, eggs, spinach and cheese and some piping-hot locally roasted coffee? So skip the grocery store

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I just went to the Boyd's BBQ expo in Hendersonville. Among the games, vendors and exhibits was one big bad behemoth of an armored vehicle called a Lenco BearCat. This is a quartermillion-dollar military vehicle that's apparently now in “service” with the Henderson County Sheriff's Department.

Parked next to this rolling waste of tax dollars was another huge truck with one of those bombsquad robots to match. Sheriff's deputies in full military uniforms were milling around, acting like this whole display was something positive to show the public. Sorry, no sale here, boys.

Your leaders and media pals haven't quite fearmongered enough to convince me that there's any appropriate threat that could possibly be met with this outrageous equipment. Or are we just getting ready for a Soviet-style military oppression parade? May Day is just around the corner!

I truly hope that at some point the stewards of the public's money (and the time and effort it represents) are going to stop frivolously spending on idiotic toys and programs just because there's a hair-thin strand of plausibility in the justification for them.

— Mary Quinn Asheville

make the Green choice the easy choice I was flying out of the Asheville airport at 4:19 p.m. My wife couldn’t drive me so I decided to investigate taking the bus. This is what I found out.

I had to walk to the Patton/Haywood stop to catch the 1:26 p.m. bus to get to the bus station at 1:56 p.m. Then I would take the 2:30 p.m. bus to the airport arriving at 3:30, where I would wait an hour for my flight.

Does this seem a little excessive to anyone?

What if I worked at the airport? I would have a six-hour commute for a grand total of 40 miles.

The Asheville environment is indirectly telling me to drive there in my car alone, park my car at the airport for five days and then drive home alone.

None of these options are green or economically beneficial to me. It is not fair to expect the Asheville community to take public transportation when the deck is stacked against them. ...

We need to make the easy choice the healthy/ economical/green choice. And Asheville is doing this! The new large recycling bins, the greenway along Broadway, the bike lanes around the city.

(Now I just need to get a shower at my work place!)

— Mark Strazzer Asheville

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For other Molton cartoons, check out our Web page at www.mountainx.com/cartoons MS: Asheville on April 21. Approximately 400 walkers and 40 volunteers came together to raise funding and awareness to fight multiple sclerosis — an unpredictable, often disabling neurological disease with no cure. The support of this community makes it possible for the National MS Society, Greater Carolinas Chapter, to assist 13,500 people living with MS in 128 counties of North Carolina and South Carolina through research funding, educational programming and other services.

So far, Walk MS: Asheville has brought in $17,000, bringing us closer to a world free of MS and exceeding our goal of $15,000. To learn more about multiple sclerosis, the walk or to make a donation, visit walkingforMS.org.

— Jen Gawler National Multiple Sclerosis Society Raleigh

amendment one threatens our basic freedoms The proposed marriage amendment is simply another item on the agenda of the religious right.

Aggressive fundamentalist groups have a wideranging plan for America that includes as many restrictions on individual rights as possible. The religious right wants to take religious doctrines that do not recognize same-sex marriages and enshrine them in our nation's laws for all to follow.

Fundamentalist groups insist that same-sex marriages violate biblical mandates. But, contrary to what many demagogues want you to believe, American law is not based on the Bible, or indeed any religious text. If these groups succeed, LGBT Americans will be relegated to permanent second-class citizenship. Our laws should reflect equality and fairness, not the doctrines of particular religious beliefs.

In a friend-of-the-court brief, Americans United for Separation of Church and State has compared the argument used by fundamentalists to the

same flawed arguments used in efforts to outlaw interracial marriage a generation ago. Today there is no serious claim that marriage rights should be denied on the basis of race.

If you believe in the American commitment to personal freedom, you will vote against Amendment One. — Phillip Allen Americans United for Separation of Church and State, WNC Chapter Hendersonville

Why do you hate me?

Why do you hate me? I see the signs all over.

Your “vote for the marriage amendment” banners everywhere reminding me of your hate, and that you don’t want me as your neighbor or your friend.

Why? I am a just regular person, imperfect and vulnerable, just like you.

Don’t you know that I am the kind hospice nurse that took care of your mother when she was dying? I am the cardiac nurse that relieved your pain when you had your heart attack. I am your neighbor that fed your dog when you were out of town. I am the nice lady that helped your son find you when he got lost at the mall. I am your waitress that made you laugh. I am your real-estate agent that helped you find that house you love. I gave you blood when you needed it to save your life. I helped you find your way when you got lost in an unfamiliar place. I helped your father put on his glasses and eat his dinner tonight at the nursing home.

Why do you hate me? Because I am gay, lesbian, transgendered? Does that which I cannot help or change undo all of the above? Why shouldn't I have the same right that you do, to commit to a partner and loved one for life — no matter what it is called. I have been with my partner for almost a decade. What about you? Why do you hate?

— Rhiannon Vaughan Asheville

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milton byrd is the Win-Win candidate During the past 29 years that I have lived in Asheville, I have voted consistently — though sometimes unenthusiastically — in all the elections. This upcoming election is very different because I know and respect a candidate running for chairman of the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners: Milton Byrd. As a good friend of Milt’s for more than seven years, I have watched him collaborate with many different organizations to help them move towards a more “win-win” situation for everyone involved. I have watched him participate as a coach to individuals and families who are dealing with personal and professional issues that need changing.

The re-election of the same people over the past few years here in Buncombe County has resulted in many decisions that do not reflect the voters’ choices. Leadership in government is supposed to represent what the majority of people want, and not what gives the elected officials more power, authority, prestige and money.

Change is under way. The redistricting of Buncombe County has created an opportunity to rebalance politics for now. Milt is asking for the votes of all people who care about our community, as well as help from them after the election. It will take teamwork. Join him for a new, stewardshipleadership that bridges politics and people, one that blends bold compassion with a strong desire to create the changes needed at this time.

Milt’s position as a former elected official (three terms of office) and former Land-of-Sky-Regional Council member, as well as a long list of civic community leadership positions, give him the experience needed for this critical local position of elected authority as chairman of the Buncombe County commissioners.

Milt has chosen not to solicit donations to run his campaign for chairman of the Buncombe County commissioners. Instead he relies on shar-

ing his “win-win leadership” perspectives with many groups and people.

I urge you to vote for Milton Byrd for chairman of the Buncombe County commissioners.

— Elizabeth Pavka Asheville

a doG in the fiGht for ellen frost I have known Ellen for two years, or 14 years as I measure time. Through no fault of my own I was homeless and had suffered all the ill effects that homelessness brings. Ellen has been a close friend and mentor these past two years as I have learned to adjust to a new set of expectations from my new human companion. Ellen has also done a good job of training my human companion to deal with my issues.

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For other Molton cartoons, check out our Web page at www.mountainx.com/cartoons keever is a keeper With all the claims, half-truths and denials rampant in our political-candidacy system, do you ever wonder what the real person is like, who she really is? I certainly do. And I know that we don't really get to know a person overnight, over a year or sometimes even after a few years.

Patsy Rouzer Keever was one of my three best friends in seventh grade, and that friendship continued through high school and college, where we were classmates. We each had a child in the same class of the university we had attended. When I moved to Asheville 18 years ago, she welcomed me warmly. Then followed years of being and working with her through our shared faith community here, not to mention working hard to help her get so close to beating Charles Taylor.

The point is that I have known this incredible person long enough and benefitted from her leadership in our county and our state over an extended period so that I know the following: Patsy Keever is honest, open, frank, truthful, hardworking, fair, clear-headed, smart, genuinely caring and possessed with a sense of humor and ability to persuade others without pushing. With full confidence I would vote for her over and over and over again. She delivers, fighting for what she has promised. And she tells us ahead of time where she stands. Let's keep her standing — for all of us!

Vote for Patsy Keever!

— Alice Weldon Asheville

you knoW What keever stands for Patsy Keever has been a faithful servant to citizens of our area from the time she was a school teacher through her service on the county commission and state Legislature. You know what she stands for: She is the progressive voice on any issue having to do with human rights and the good of all people.

Patsy needs your vote on May 8 for the 10th Congressional District. Early voting is now through May 5 at convenient locations. No excuses! Do it today!

— Lila Wells Asheville

holly and broWnie Will Work as a team I urge you to take advantage of early voting and cast your support for Holly Jones and Brownie Newman for County Commissioner (District 1).

Both have worked hard in their years on City Council and the county commission to advocate for a healthier and more vibrant local community.

Whether it be on economic development, clean energy, farmland preservation, equal rights for all, or speaking out against Raleigh’s power grabs of our local authority, we can count on Holly and Brownie to be there for us all.

In just one small example, I witnessed firsthand how their support for using city Community Development Block Grant funds for Mountain BizWorks helped many small-business owners get the training and loan capital needed to get their businesses started.

I also believe that with experience on both the city and county levels they can find ways to build constructive partnerships between the city and county (Civic Center, water, etc.) so that we work together as we move forward.

I also really respect, in the midst of a demanding campaign season, they also find time to help other candidates they believe in (Drew Reisinger, Ellen Frost) and issues that need support (working to defeat Amendment One).

Holly and Brownie will work well as a team on behalf of their district. Please join me in voting for them.

— Greg Walker Wilson Asheville

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election 2012

pick your players scoutinG the candidates in croWded primaries

by Jake frankel

for board chair remains a countywide contest, so all county voters get to choose one candidate in the primary for that seat.

In some ways, the primary season resembles spring training, with Republicans and Democrats picking the candidates they hope will lead their teams to victory in the fall. And this year, more candidates than ever are vying to win seats on the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners.

Western North Carolina's congressional districts have also undergone dramatic changes: Most Asheville voters were taken out of their longtime home in the 11th District and placed in the 10th, which stretches southeast all the way to Gaston County.

That's because the board's growing from five to seven members — and for the first time in the county's history, voters and candidates are divided into three districts. Primary voters in each Buncombe district will select two district candidates from their party to be on the November ballot. The race

for more election 2012 neWs, visit mountainX.com/election and folloW us on tWitter at #avlelect.

But for all the changes, the importance of taking part in the political game remains the same. See our roster of candidates and their positions on hotly contested issues here, and visit mountainx.com/election to learn even more.

10th conGressional district terry michelle bellamy party: Democrat slogan: “Vote Bold. Vote Better. Vote Bellamy.” profession: Executive director, The Arc of Buncombe County residence: Asheville funding: Total reported raised: $186,661.51.

Top donors: Mack Pearsall, Thomas Oreck, Rusty Pulliam, Fenn French, Sandeep Gupta, John A. Batt, Jr., John W. Bell III, Khushman Patel, George Walker, Mnaisha Gupta, Isabel Fraga endorsements: Women Under Forty PAC, Rep. Heath Shuler, G.K. Butterfield, Daniel Johnson 1. What's the first bill you'll introduce if elected? I will fight for infrastructure — improvements and new construction. Most counties in NC-10 list this as the No. 1 federal priority. Every community tells me they need more employment opportunities. Infrastructure is an important, fundamental need, but also an eco-

the idea of a cap on national debt; limiting deficit spending is the balanced approach. We need to prioritize spending, mandate reduced spending and limit or remove duplicate services between state and federal governments.

nomic-development tool for creating local jobs.

2. What local issue do you think you can have the most impact on? I can have the most impact on infrastructure improvements and job creation. In Asheville, I have successfully identified needs, brought the right people to the table and made sure we stayed there until we found a sustainable solution that benefitted everyone. I will do the same for NC-10.

3. What do you see as congress’ role — and yours, if elected — in channeling federal dollars to your district? I will work to improve collaboration between federal and local governments so communities know about funding opportunities and have support for grant applications. Creating and supporting legislation that meets the needs of our counties and federal agendas they have identified will have an immediate and positive impact on NC-10.

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5. What issue(s) do the asheville and Gastonia areas have in common? how do they differ? Asheville and Gastonia are similar in their efforts to end homelessness, create jobs, address veterans’ needs, provide affordable housing, keep communities clean and green, decrease and prevent crime and address teenage pregnancy. We differ in that each city has our own unique identity and history.

4. do you support a cap on the national debt based on a percentage of the Gdp? (yes/no) Why? Yes, as a concept, I support

6. sum up, in a haiku or limerick or couplet, why people should vote for you. “We need jobs, we need help,” NC-10 keeps telling me; / The answer? Vote Bold. Vote Better. Vote Bellamy.

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Party: Democrat slogan: “Putting People First” Profession: Retired public-school teacher currently serving in N.C. House of Representatives from District 115 in Buncombe County residence: Asheville Funding: Top donors: Nancy Alexander, $5,000; Jim Oliver, $5,000; Will Von Klemperer, $2,500; Jane Swafford, $2,500. Amount raised first quarter 2012: $114,258. endorsements: Women’s Campaign Fund, People Advocating Real Conservancy, Blue America, Democrats.com, Democracy for America 1. What's the first bill you'll introduce if elected? I will introduce a bill in support of the Department of Education and fully funding early education programs. A quality education is the birthright of every child from early childhood on, and I believe it must be a top priority at all levels of government.

2. What local issue do you think you can have the most impact on? Public education. A well-educated citizenry is the backbone of democracy and the key to our economic future. Ensuring that every child has the opportunity for a quality education will be my highest priority when I get to Washington.

3. What do you see as Congress’ role — and yours, if elected — in channeling federal dollars to your district? My duty will be to serve all of my constituents as best I can, including securing federal dollars for our district. Politics should be about improving people’s lives, easing human suffering, bringing about greater justice, caring for our environment and creating stronger communities.

4. Do you support a cap on the national debt based on a percentage of the GDP? (yes/ No) Why? The federal government

Party: Democrat slogan: “Of the People, For the People” Profession: Independent contractor/rural newspaper delivery residence: Rutherfordton Funding: Private citizens ($250 max), loan from self ($2,000), total raised: $4,015 endorsements: None 1. What's the first bill you'll introduce if elected? To repeal the Defense of Marriage Act

needs to get spending under control, but placing a cap on the national debt based on a percentage of the GDP could have unintended consequences. I’m all for balancing the federal budget but not at the expense of our seniors by cutting Medicare and Social Security.

5. What issue(s) do the asheville and Gastonia areas have in common? how do they differ? The economy is what most people are talking about in both areas — jobs and making ends meet, especially with the rising cost of gasoline and food. I will work to create an economy that works for everyone — that provides not just jobs, but meaningful work at a living wage.

6. sum up, in a haiku or limerick or couplet, why people should vote for you. A candidate named Patsy Keever, / Is a community-minded achiever. / She treats people well, / Her record is swell, / And she hopes you'll become a believer.

2. What local issue do you think you can have the most impact on? Assuring access to health care, financial security and educational opportunity for my neighbors. By working to strengthen and fund Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, The Affordable Care Act and Federal Student Aid, I hope to have a positive impact on the lives of every resident of the 10th.

3. What do you see as Congress’ role — and yours, if elected — in channeling federal dollars to your district?

The most direct route is to champion federally funded infrastructure projects and development grants.

I also support a return to a WPAstyle federal works project which would directly employ local people to do infrastructure upgrades and purchase materials from local suppliers.

4. Do you support a cap on the national debt based on a percentage of the GDP? (yes/ No) Why? No. I don’t like arbitrary limits on spending and borrowing.

Although I support debt reduction as a long-term goal, I do not want the government hamstrung in its ability to borrow for wars and other unforeseen spending or for important programs (like the ACA) which lower debt in the long term.

5. What issue(s) do the asheville and Gastonia areas have in common? how do they differ? Asheville and Gastonia share many of the same problems.

Both struggle with high unemployment, large populations of low-wage earners needing assistance and a lack of industry providing good-paying jobs. They differ mainly in their economies. Gastonia still has some manufacturing base and Asheville relies more heavily on service/tourism.

6. sum up, in a haiku or limerick or couplet, why people should vote for you. There once was a man with no loot / in an illfitting off-the-rack suit / Who said, “Wouldn’t it be funny, / if a guy with no money / could give ol’ McHenry the boot?”

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ken fortenberry party: Republican slogan: “Fed Up with Washington” profession: Newspaper publisher residence: Denver, Lincoln County funding: Top donors are myself, family members and three [other] Denver residents”: Roger Leon, CEO of Rato North America ($1,000); Richard Webb, Belk manager ($1,000); and Joann Hager, animal-rights advocate ($1,100). I have raised about $15,000. endorsements: “None sought.”

1. What's the first bill you'll introduce if elected? To eliminate the U.S. Department of Education and return control of public schools to the state and local governments.

Teachers need to be freed from unnecessary bureaucracy, and children in our classrooms should no longer be used as guinea pigs for social engineering.

2. What local issue do you think you can have the most impact on? Getting our economy back on track and people back to work by insisting on fiscal responsibility and revamping the U.S. Tax Code. I lean towards a Fair Tax: eliminate the IRS and income taxes, resulting in job creation, and the elimination of tax breaks for the special interests.

3. What do you see as congress’ role — and yours, if elected — in channeling federal dollars to your district? I would do everything legally and fiscally responsible to ensure that our district get its fair share return of tax money sent to Washington via necessary and critical programs, but I would not advocate going deeper in debt to “channel” money to the district.

4. do you support a cap on the national debt based on a percentage of the Gdp? (yes/ no) Why? Yes. Federal government spending is out of control and will never be restrained unless man-

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dates are put into effect. As long as the career politicians like Patrick McHenry and the special-interest lobbyists have their way, taxpayers will always suffer the consequences of their recklessness.

5. What issue(s) do the asheville and Gastonia areas have in common? how do they differ? Both need good, stable jobs, but because Asheville is more of a tourist destination than Gastonia it has not been as hard-hit by the recession as Gastonia, where manufacturing has suffered. … [P]eople from Gastonia to Charlotte have much in common when it comes to the issues they are concerned about.

6. sum up, in a haiku or limerick or couplet, why people should vote for you. Fed up with Washington and career politicians? / Send Ken to Congress and make a difference. / A father, grandfather and small-business man, / Ken pledges to be honest and do the best that he can. … / Send Ken to Congress and make Asheville’s voice loud, / He’ll battle for you and will make everyone proud.

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patrick mchenry

party: Republican slogan: None profession: Associate engineer residence: Cramerton funding: “No donations at this time. Money should not be what gets you elected.” endorsements: None

party: Republican slogan: “Conservative Values. Effective Leadership. Fighting for Us.” profession: Representative, 10th Congressional District residence: Cherryville funding: $347,991 cash on hand endorsements: U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Americans for Prosperity, National Taxpayers Union

1. What's the first bill you'll introduce if elected? I will not vote to raise the debt ceiling. As soon as I get to Washington, I will propose a bill that prioritizes cuts to federal spending in the event that the debt ceiling isn’t raised. This will take payment authority out of the president’s hands.

1. What's the first bill you'll introduce if elected? I would introduce legislation to repeal Obamacare and replace it with freemarket health-care solutions.

2. What local issue do you think you can have the most impact on? When the debt ceiling is not raised there will be a great impact on many issues that will affect N.C. Many federal agencies will be ended or returned to the states, with diminished or no federal funding or funding from China.

2. What local issue do you think you can have the most impact on? Helping small business. Just this month, the president signed my bipartisan legislation, called crowdfunding. Crowdfunding will allow a startup or a coffee shop to raise capital from small investors. It gives everyday investors the opportunity to support small businesses, providing much-needed capital for economic growth and job creation.

3. What do you see as congress’ role — and yours, if elected — in channeling federal dollars to your district? I have sworn off earmarks and do not see my role as a member of Congress as someone who is to “bring home the bacon.”

However, I work aggressively with local governments, universities, community colleges, etc., to ensure that they are able to compete for grants and other available resources.

4. do you support a cap on the national debt based on a percentage of the Gdp? (yes/no) Why? I support a balanced budget and a cap on spending as a percentage of GDP. I don't believe the federal government should run a deficit. I supported and voted for Cut, Cap, and Balance, which would have cut the deficit in half immediately and

3. What do you see as congress’ role — and yours, if elected — in channeling federal dollars to your district? Those days are over. capped spending at 18 percent of GDP. 5. What issue(s) do the asheville and Gastonia areas have in common? how do they differ? For the past seven years I’ve served a diverse district spanning from Mooresville to Grandfather Mountain. Asheville and Gastonia are certainly different as well but both are places where small business can benefit from lower taxes, less regulations and better educational opportunities.

4. do you support a cap on the national debt based on a percentage of the Gdp? (yes/ no) Why? No. Spend what you bring in and pay off the IOUs to the Social Security fund and our nation’s debt.

5. What issue(s) do the asheville and Gastonia areas have in common? how do they differ?

Our elected politicians are not representing us.

6. sum up, in a haiku or limerick or couplet, why people should vote for you. America’s the land of the free / Only it doesn’t seem so lately / So on May 8 / A vote for Don would be great / It’s a vote for God and country.

6. sum up, in a haiku or limerick or couplet, why people should vote for you. Gastonia, Shelby, Hickory, Asheville: / All in Western N.C., / Some have said they are oh so different, / But people are people to me!

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election 2012

buncombe county

commissioners chair

david Gantt

milton l. byrd

party: Democrat slogan: “More with Less” profession: Lawyer residence: Fletcher funding: All donors are listed on report. Total raised: $20,000 endorsements: Sierra Club

party: Democrat slogan: "It's time to rebuild the public's trust" profession: Retired respiratory therapist residence: Barnardsville funding: No funding, and it can be done! endorsements: "We the People"

1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district or c) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? Leave it under Asheville city management.

Asheville adopted and properly funded a comprehensive master plan, invested $40 million in repairs and committed $6.5 million per year in maintenance since terminating the Water Agreement in 2005. These concrete efforts reversed my opinion favoring a regional authority when the agreement ended.

1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district or c) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? A), because water is a regional resource of "We the People" and is funded by the people. … This requires a reframing of governance. … I do not want the state to determine this. I want the citizens to determine what is suitable for regional balance of this regional resource.

2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? Yes. I support domestic-partner rights because it is the constitutional right of us all. Remember, "We the People!”

3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/ no) Why? I favor offering tax breaks and other economic-development incentives with a very, very limited approach [using] suitable, sustainable and supportable strategies.

This requires adaptability to each situation that is first by, for and with the people's needs in mind, first and always!

4. do you think the county should make funding the connect buncombe greenways a high priority? (yes/no) Why? I favor partial funding, via tax breaks

and economic-development incentives that link local economic resiliency with suitable strategies. … As the economy gets stronger, more funding may be appropriate. If supported by "We the People"! Also, greenways need an economic-development strategy that is geared to funding the greenway system.

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? Today's economy demands a "reframing" of job sourcing for "We the People.” Jobs are mostly created by local entrepreneurs, and that means a networking of jobs defined by suitable, sustainable and supportable strategies. [Also], economic protocols that tie in job development with local economic resiliency.

6. name your favorite movie.

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2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? Benefits should be considered as part of a competitive employee-benefit package, if we can afford them. Any decision on extending these benefits should be made on economic considerations. I oppose any form of discrimination, including sexual orientation.

We have excellent employees who should be fairly compensated.

3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/no) Why? Yes. Incentives are necessary to attract job opportunities in new and/ or expanding businesses. Most of our recent economic-recruiting successes would not have happened without competitive Buncombe County incentives and our active involvement in these negotiations.

4. do you think the county should make funding the connect buncombe greenways a high priority? (yes/no) Why? Yes. Our recently adopted Master Plan compliments similar efforts by our six local municipalities. These sorts of initiatives are also good for our local economy. Greenways increase tourism, and businesses and industries are increasingly favoring locations that protect the environment and encourage sustainable activities.

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? We must support public schools and law enforcement, protect our environment, and maintain our quality of life to attract new jobs and expand industries. Most recent businesses relocating here indicated that quality of life for their employees was a decisive factor in their decision to relocate here.

6. name your favorite movie.

Rocky and Hunger Games

Glenda Weinert

J.b. hoWard

party: Republican slogan: “New Leadership for Buncombe County” profession: Owner/operator for home-healthcare agency, management consultant for businesses and nonprofits residence: Asheville funding: Top donors: Lenoir Medlock, John Parker, Ralph and Deb Bradshaw, Albert Sneed and Jack and Mary Jane Westall. Total raised: $9,000. endorsements: Former Asheville mayor Lou Bissette and former chairman of the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners Nathan Ramsey

party: Republican slogan: “Take our County Back” profession: Private investigator and security residence: Asheville funding: Top donor: Mitchell D'or ($1,000). Total raised: $1,150. endorsements: None

1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district or c) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? I favor having all the facts before I make a decision — no conversation is worthwhile unless all the stakeholders are at the table, and I need to hear from all sides. I can say that I don't have a dog in this fight, unlike some of the other entrenched players.

2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? No.

2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? It’s not my decision what someone’s family picture looks like — but from a financial perspective, we just can’t afford it right now. Expanding benefits to extended families on the backs of so many folks (many of whom don’t have any insurance at all) really doesn’t seem fair to me.

3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/no) Why? The answer is yes; realistically, we have to compete with other communities to bring busi-

1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district, or c) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? Giving the water system to MSD. The Metropolitan Sewerage District is nonpolitical and professional.

nesses here. But there must be cap, a guaranteed return, oversight — and a way to recoup the loss if it doesn’t work out. It’s all how you structure the individual deal. Protecting taxpayers’ dollars is vital.

4. do you think the county should make funding the connect buncombe greenways a high priority? (yes/no) Why? With so many of our folks living in poverty, unemployment so high and our debt reaching nearly $400 million, it’s not a priority. I think there’s more effective ways to spend our limited resources. Greenways are nice, but not vital. We should look at private funding mechanisms first.

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? Small businesses are the backbone of our economy — government needs to get out of the way to let it thrive. We also need to address this $400 million county debt. You can’t run a home or a business that way — and it’s certainly no way to run county government.

6. name your favorite movie.

Christmas Vacation

3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/ no) Why? No. Our county has the best resources found anyplace in its people. We need a chairman who is familiar with marketing and leaderships skills to pursue and convince new business to locate here. Our homegrown business should feel confident to grow also.

4. do you think the county should make funding the connect buncombe greenways a high priority? (yes/no) Why? No. We need to get jobs and affordable housing before walking through the grass in a utopian lifestyle.

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? Reduce growth regulations, reduce permit and operational costs to encourage people to start new businesses. Lessening the regulations will give the opportunity for small businesses to enter the market and grow the job sector, and will

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election 2012

buncombe county

commissioners district 1

terry debruhl party: Democrat slogan: “If there’s a problem, yo I'll solve it!” profession: Contractor, construction worker, advertiser, business owner, Marine, Christian residence: “Home: There’s no place like home and that’s Asheville” funding: $0. I got a bank account ‘cause they suggested I get one but I want people to vote for me ‘cause they want to not ‘cause I can stick cheap plastic crap in the ground. endorsements: “John 14:6” 1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district or c) leaving it under asheville's control? For the People, By the People!

holly Jones party: Democrat slogan: None profession: Regional manager for the YWCAs of the Southeast region residence: Asheville funding: My only report submitted since filing for office was a semiannual report, and no fundraising had yet occurred. But unofficially, my top donor is Becky Anderson ($300), and I have raised about $6,500. endorsements: Sierra Club 1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district, or c) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? C. Asheville has demonstrated excellence in system management and invested $40 million in infrastructure repairs. A recent legislative report distorts historical facts, ignores present realities and recommends seizure

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2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? All county employees should get benefits with performance and time, same as any other business. Along with defining marriage and marriage rights, civil unions and common laws should be looked into and defined.

[Then] public hearings and maybe even a public vote once we propose the bill.

3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/ no) Why? How many jobs will they bring and what’s the economic cost?

of a public asset. This seizure will cost current ratepayers more. It’s the wrong time to force this questionable model down ratepayers’ throats.

2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? Yes. All employees should be treated equally. There should not be two classes of employees.

3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/no) Why? Yes. Until the game of state incentives changes, I will be supportive of participating in this effort on behalf of our community, assuming the “end results” are worthy (the number of jobs, amount of wages and property investment).

4. do you think the county should make funding the connect buncombe greenways a high priority? (yes/no) Why? explain the proposal? My personal opinion comes from a Skynard song: "I can see the concrete slowly creeping, lord take me and mine before they’re gone."

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? Balance.

6. name your favorite movie.

The Dark Knight and anything Tarantino!

4. do you think the county should make funding the connect buncombe greenways a high priority? (yes/no) Why? Yes. Investments in greenways have multiple public benefits — transportation, recreation, health and job recruitment! New Belgium cited greenways as a reason for locating their business here.

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? Working collaboratively with other governmental entities to invest in our quality of place and educate our workforce.

6. name your favorite movie.

Erin Brockovich

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aiXa Wilson

party: Democrat slogan: “Effective, Progressive Leadership” profession: Partner, project finance director at FLS Energy residence: Asheville funding: Largest donor is Mack Pearsall, $1,000. Amount raised is $2,152 at last report. endorsements: North Carolina Sierra Club, Holly Jones, Gordon Smith, Esther Manheimer and Marc Hunt

party: Democrat slogan: “Sustainability, Prosperity, Accountability” profession: Archaeologist residence: Asheville funding: Essentially self-funding endorsements: None

1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district or c) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? The water system belongs to Asheville, and Asheville is doing a good job managing the system, investing more than $40 million in capital improvements. If a regional approach is to be considered, it must be with the support of Asheville, not driven by politicians in Raleigh.

2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? Yes. As a member of Asheville City Council, I co-sponsored the proposal to extend domestic-partner benefits to Asheville's public employees as well as to create a domestic-partnership registry for all the members of the community. I will support equal workplace rights for all county employees as well.

3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/ no) Why? I supported the economicincentive plan that brought New Belgium to Asheville, which will create 150 new jobs that pay an average of $48,000 a year, and the initiative to recruit Limanar, which will create

400 good-paying jobs. The incentive policy supports existing local businesses as well.

4. do you think the county should make funding the connect buncombe greenways a high priority? (yes/no) Why? Yes. There are few investments that will have a greater positive impact than expanding our greenway systems. Our current greenways are heavily used. My kids love them.

Connecting our existing greenways will make Asheville/Buncombe a more bike and pedestrian friendly community.

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? Providing great public education. I applaud the current county commissioners for investing funds for architectural planning to consider the best way to improve Asheville Middle School. Middle school is a critical time for young people. Asheville Middle School is in need of significant improvements.

6. name your favorite movie.

Groundhog Day

1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district or c) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? For now, I favor local control because MSD is appointed and not directly accountable to customers. As the county grows, we will need to shift to an integrated strategy. Our future economic development and vitalresource security depend on resolving this lingering wedge issue in a constructive manner.

2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? Absolutely. Smart firms know that retaining talent costs less than seeking, hiring and training new talent.

Among the important team-member concerns: family security. Therefore, regardless of orientation or marital status, I support benefit packages for significant others of all team members who are in verifiable long-term, committed relationships.

3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/ no) Why? Too often, firms exploit these deals. First, support local entrepreneurs. Second, create an environment (education, recreation, safety, etc.) that attracts nonlocal businesses without incentive packages. Third, offer modest incentive packages for long-term commitments (15 years min-

imum) and opportunities for ancillary businesses (example: supplying parts to Linamar or hops to Highland).

4. do you think the county should make funding the connect buncombe greenways a high priority? (yes/no) Why? I believe greenways promote mental and physical health, reduce traffic and attract new residents and businesses. That said, we are in tough economic conditions, so greenway construction must make economic sense. I favor reaching the next logical decision point in construction and then evaluating the situation.

5. What's the most important role of county government in job creation? Create an appropriate tax and regulatory structure.

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6. name your favorite movie.

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keith younG party: Democrat slogan: "A New Voice for the People!" profession: Educator, mentor residence: Asheville funding: “On file with the Board of Elections.” endorsements: None 1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district or c) leaving it under asheville's control? C: Asheville has done a great job with the maintenance and updates to the system and improvements are ongoing. There is no viable reason to turn our water over to another authority.

2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? Yes. Everyone deserves civil equality.

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3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/ no) Why? Yes. However, the businesses must be held accountable to do what they say they will do. It’s not in our best interest to give incentives and receive nothing in return, i.e. job creation with long-term commitments.

The deals have to be beneficial to both the business and the community.

4. do you think the county should make funding the connect buncombe greenways

a high priority? (yes/no) Why? Yes, it does need to be a priority.

However jobs, affordable housing and education need to be at the top of that list.

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? To be willing and able to seek out private entities and small-business owners that will provide good-paying jobs to our residents and make long-term commitments to our community and its quality of life.

6. name your favorite movie.

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election 2012

buncombe county

commissioners district 2

ellen frost

mike fryar

party: Democrat slogan: None profession: Owner and manager, Bed and Biscuit pet spa residence: Black Mountain funding: $5,000 total, as of April 23; three top donors ($500 each) are Don Collins, Joe Eckert, Tom Sobol. endorsements: Sierra Club

party: Republican slogan: “Common Sense Solutions” profession: Small-business owner, former race-car engine builder residence: Fairview funding: Top donors are Roy and Becky Ramsey ($750), James Young ($750), Mark Delk ($500), Linsey and Teresa DeBruhl ($250), Mark Meadows ($250), Kelly & Miranda DeBruhl ($250), Albert Sneed ($250) endorsements: Nathan Ramsey, former chairman, Buncombe County Board of Commissioners; former Asheville mayor Lou Bissette

1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district or c) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? Our county faces major challenges. The city has been a good steward of our water system, and county residents are protected against rate increases by the Sullivan Act. I think our energies must be used to solve real problems instead of taking on another huge challenge that is simply unnecessary.

2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? Yes, I support granting domestic-partner rights and benefits in Buncombe County. It is the only fair and equitable thing to do.

3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/ no) Why? Yes, I support incentives to companies to move here and also to existing businesses to support hiring more local employees. As a small-business owner, I know the challenges that I face and think this is a key component for enhancing our workforce.

4. do you think the county should make funding the connect buncombe greenways

1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district or c) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? The water dispute between the city and the county has been ongoing for many years. The General Assembly is currently reviewing this issue and hopefully will be successful to arrive at a decision that will be in the best interest of all of the citizens, both city and county residents. a high priority? (yes/no) Why? Yes, I think that Buncombe County should do everything in its power to connect Buncombe greenways. This is an economic issue (attracts tourism and new business), an environmental issue and obviously a wellness issue.

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? County government must continue to make Buncombe a desirable place for companies to want to come to. We do this by funding schools so they can be the best they can be, continuing to protect our open spaces and completing greenways, and finally, offering incentives.

6. name your favorite movie.

Seabiscuit

2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? No. You can’t just keep adding new people to the benefit rolls when the county already employs people who work 40 hours a week that don’t get any benefits at all. This whole question is a gimmick being used to divide our community and score political points.

3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/no) Why? I have no problem with offering tax breaks or incentives to companies that hire local workers in order to help

with job growth. But it should be limited to companies with over 100 employees and for a set period of time. And there has to be a lot of accountability.

4. do you think the county should make funding the connect buncombe greenways a high priority? (yes/no) Why? You’ve got to be kidding — I am much more concerned with citizens having jobs, food, affordable homes, and a decent education. With one in seven people on food stamps, every fifth person unemployed, and a quarter of us underwater on mortgages, Holly and Brownie’s greenways will just have to wait.

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? More and more ridiculous regulations make it really difficult for business owners to start or expand their businesses. The current commissioners have gone on a $300 million spending spree — in the process doubling our debt — and that doesn’t help the situation. I’ll insist that government operate within its means.

6. name your favorite movie.

Erin Brockovich

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christina kelley G. merrill

Joann morGan party: Democrat slogan: “Candidate Committed to Support our Mountain Values.” profession: Former assistant Buncombe County Register of Deeds (for 32 years), more than 20 years as notary-public instructor at A-B Tech. residence: Weaverville funding: Top donor: Jim Barkley ($1,000); total raised: $8,361. endorsements: Jim Barkley (president, Jim Barkley Toyota), Bob Christy (former Clerk of Superior Court), J. Ray Elingburg (former Clerk of Superior Court). For more: Go to mountainx. com/election.

party: Republican slogan: “Christina Kelley G. Merrill, your VOICE that’s missing on the commission.” profession: Owner of KellyCo Productions, small marketing, production and public-relations firm residence: Fletcher funding: I am mainly funding my campaign by myself, but have raised approximately $800 from individual donations. endorsements: Buncombe Forward, Lisa Baldwin 1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district or c) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? A Statehouse committee is working on a water/sewer study and considering several options. … I am confident that this process will be useful in making sure that we're providing water and sewer in the most cost-efficient and appropriate manner to all county residents.

2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? We need to look at all Buncombe County employees’ benefits and pay scale and be in line with our state laws and [the] private sector for comparable jobs.

3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/ no) Why? The first thing we need to do … is look at some of the restrictive ordinances and red tape currently in place that have been a deterrent to companies. At that point we can compete on a level playing field with other locations and add economic-

development incentives and tax breaks.

4. do you think the county should make funding the connect buncombe greenways a high priority? (yes/no) Why? There are many struggling families in our county. When talking about "high priority," this is the issue that should be in that category. The greenways project needs to be examined as to its relevance to our county's immediate most important problem, and where if falls on the list of priorities.

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? Government does not create jobs, the private sector creates jobs. … We absolutely need to get out of the way of our entrepreneurs and innovators by cutting the red tape and restrictive ordinances for local business and new industry, thus paving the way for more job opportunities.

6. name your favorite movie.

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1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district or c) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? Several years ago when Asheville made plans to annex property that needed water the state became involved. I feel the city and county should work equally to provide Buncombe County citizens this valuable resource. The state should not have to dictate a solution to who owns our water system.

2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? I’m a strong equal-rights advocate and in these strained economic times the only way we can pay for additional services is to either raise taxes or cut existing programs. We must take every precaution to guard taxpayers’ money and ask how we would pay for any additional services and/or benefits.

3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/

no) Why? I do believe that offering incentives and tax breaks to large employers in an effort to have them locate in our area and employ our local people is appropriate provided the offered incentives will assure that we will have the necessary return on our investment.

4. do you think the county should make funding the connect buncombe greenways a high priority? (yes/no) Why? Our priority should be providing our citizens a safe environment with the opportunity for a good education with health services that meet their needs.

I am committed to being a good steward to our tax dollars and transparency. Greenways are important, as well as providing the means to support them.

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? To ensure that we have well-educated, trained citizens that can fill the market need for skilled workers. By supporting new companies and small businesses that invest in our county and addressing the housing shortage, which will boost opportunities for jobs.

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party: Democrat slogan: None. profession: Retired educator residence: Fairview funding: Total raised: $5,226.87 endorsements: Sierra Club

party: Republican slogan: "Less Government Control" profession: Owner of mail service residence: Black Mountain funding: $600-$700 raised. Pledged to raise no more than $1,000. endorsements: None reported

1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district or c) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? The water system should be under local control with these assurances: Water rates for city and county ratepayers are equal, funds paid into the system are used only for the operation of the system, and water cannot be used as a tool for annexation.

3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/ no) Why? As witnessed by the economic-development announcements/ openings in Buncombe County during the past several weeks, this practice brings increased job opportunities for our citizens and has a spiraling effect on our local economy.

4. do you think the county should make funding the connect buncombe greenways a high priority? (yes/no) Why?

Buncombe County Parks, Greenways & Recreation Department is working with our citizens to develop a master plan to connect existing greenways in our municipalities with greenways/ paths in the county. … This community pathway of parks, schools, communities and neighborhoods is vital to the livability of our county.

5. What's the most important role of county government in job creation? Seeking out and attracting new business and industry that will create jobs for our citizens and at the same time doing whatever possible to protect and assist our existing business and industry.

6. name your favorite movie.

The American President

2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? No, I do not. It, for me, is a personal decision. I don't see that as a part of what as a society we need to be promoting. To me, by giving those, we're promoting something that I am totally against.

3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/no) Why? Depending on the circumstances. If it's tax breaks, that's one thing, but to go out and buy the property for them, take it off the tax roll, [and] reduce the value of property that was already on the rolls, as was recently done out in Skyland, I do not support that.

4. do you think the county should make funding the connect buncombe greenways a high priority? (yes/no) Why? No, unless there is an excess

of money. There are far more other things more important than greenways.

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? People who want to come here are [people who are] confident that they’re not going to be overtaxed, [and] that their workers will be able to buy homes here that are not overpriced. ... The less government, the less control, the better off people are.

6. name your favorite movie.

Cheaper by the Dozen (1950 version)

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2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? Buncombe County employees are professional, creative and dedicated to the work they do for Buncombe's citizens. I value our employees.

Buncombe County citizens expect to pay a fair tax rate for services. I value our citizens. I support county government meeting legal requirements in compensation and benefits to our employees.

1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district or c) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? I would prefer to have it under the Metropolitan Sewerage District and have it all under one because of so many situations, and to have it be where there is some consideration made that all the water you use does not go through that sewage system.

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chuck archerd party: Republican slogan: “Sound Business Experience When We Really Need It!” profession: Former CPA and small-business owner residence: Arden/South Asheville funding: $6,000, self-funded endorsements: Lou Bissette, local attorney and former Asheville mayor; Bob Roberts, regional executive, First Citizens Bank 1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district or c) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? Water is an important resource for our region.

Given 80 years of conflict between local governments, I favor having a regional authority manage this regional resource. MSD has earned the respect and confidence of the citizens, has sound management in place and could manage our system in a costeffective manner.

Joe belcher party: Republican slogan: "Faith, Family and Freedom" profession: Regional manager for the “nation’s largest builder” residence: Candler funding: No answer provided endorsements: No answer provided

2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? No, employee benefits should be used to attract and retain the highest quality employees. At 46 percent of salaries, Buncombe’s employee benefits far exceed benefits provided by private business. Additional benefits are not necessary to attract and retain quality employees. Employee benefits should not be used to push a social agenda.

that complement our mountain values.

3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/no) Why? The government should not pick “winners” or “losers” by providing incentives to private companies. All people/companies should be treated equally, providing an even playing field. Incentives cost taxpayers money.

However, we must compete with other areas, [and] thus must selectively provide incentives to attract industries

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? County government should facilitate private business’ dealing with the government by reducing and simplifying regulation. Making it easy to do business in Buncombe County will promote job growth. In addition, keeping the percapita tax burden low will give businesses a distinct cost advantage, thus creating more jobs.

benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? No, I believe in the biblical definition of marriage.

1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district or c) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? I favor an equitable solution that is fair to all ratepayers.

3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/ no) Why? Yes, but only if the ROI is determined to bring tax dollars to the county in the future. Business must receive incentives to create jobs in the small-business sector and also to attract manufacturing jobs.

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4. do you think the county should make funding the

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4. do you think the county should make funding the connect buncombe greenways a high priority? (yes/no) Why? Connect Buncombe is a wonderful vision for our area. However, due to the current budget needs for core services, I would not make funding the Connect Buncombe greenways a high priority.

This type of project should be funded by contributions from the private sector and foundations, not by tax dollars.

6. name your favorite movie.

Seabiscuit

connect buncombe greenways a high priority? (yes/no) Why? I love greenways but there are other areas in the county that should benefit also.

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? Reducing the burden of regulations on small business and going after larger companies through aggressive marketing. We need to be "OPEN FOR BUSINESS" in Buncombe County.

6. name your favorite movie.

Fox and the Hound

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david kinG

party: Democrat slogan: None profession: Field representative for Rep. Heath Shuler's office residence: Asheville funding: Top donors: Rep. Heath Shuler ($2,000), former Old Fort mayor Garland Norton ($2,000). “Somewhere around $10,000 total.” endorsements: None

party: Republican slogan: “Good Judgment Born in Buncombe” profession: “I’m a farrier … part blacksmith, part artisan and part horse podiatrist.” residence: Candler funding: Top donors: Dr. and Mrs. Myron Gottfried, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Doloboff, Mr. Bob Rhinehart, Ms. Lisa Wheeler and family, Dr. James Montgomery. Total amount raised: $10,000. endorsements: None

1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district, or c) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? I believe that local and regional resources should be controlled by local and regional elected officials.

2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? While I believe in fairness for everyone, my No. 1 priority is helping to provide good jobs for our community and an education system to guarantee a ready workforce.

3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/ no) Why? It does no good to recruit large employers if we aren’t going to offer a completive bid. Each opportunity needs to be judged on long-term results. It is just as important to allow small businesses to start up or grow.

That is my highest priority.

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4. do you think the county should make funding the connect buncombe greenways a high priority? (yes/no) Why? I support greenways, but my highest priority will be helping to provide good jobs for our community and an education system to guarantee a ready workforce.

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? It’s a juggling act, being proactive on business growth while supporting a living wage and protecting our environment. We need to help, not hinder, business growth that provides good-paying jobs and maintains this beautiful environment in which we live.

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1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, b) giving the existing system to the metropolitan sewerage district or c) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? I want to work with all the sides to hammer out an equitable resolution that’s in the best interests of all the ratepayers of Buncombe County, whatever shape that takes. I think we can work this out if we tone down the rhetoric.

People are tired of all the bickering.

2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to buncombe county employees? (yes/no) Why? No. Our economic picture is too tenuous right now to make promises we can’t pay for. Domestic partnership is potentially a very open-ended concept, and you can’t ask the taxpayers to insure everyone. But certainly, everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, no matter who they are.

3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/ no) Why? Yes I do — but like with anything, it’s a question of balance.

To attract business here, we need to use all the tools we have in our belt to help shape an attractive economic

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5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? County government doesn’t create jobs, but it can create a more job-friendly environment.

We should review each ordinance to see which ones need retooling to make it easier to do business here in Buncombe County. And keep taxes low — let’s grow the tax base, not the tax rate.

6. name your favorite movie.

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Party: Republican Slogan: None Profession: Semiretired CPA residence: Asheville Funding: Self-funded. Have contributed $1,000 of my own money to set up the campaign account and will spend about $10,000 more. Endorsements: “There aren’t usually endorsements in a primary race, so I haven’t felt it prudent to ask for one. All five Republican candidates in District 3 are wellqualified.”

Party: Republican Slogan: “Elect a Citizen, Not a Politician” Profession: Businesswoman and successful entrepreneur residence: Candler Funding: “Mostly self-funded.”

Endorsements: Buncombe County Board of Education member Lisa Baldwin, Buncombe Forward 1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, B) giving the existing system to the Metropolitan Sewerage district or C) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? I favor following the recommendations of the Review Committee, who spent many months gathering and reviewing the facts about our water system and can separate the facts from emotion.

1. do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, B) giving the existing system to the Metropolitan Sewerage district or C) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? I favor selling (not giving) the water system to the Metropolitan Sewerage District and changing its name to the WNC Regional Water System. It needs to be done to preclude Asheville from changing its mind again about rates, to the detriment of ratepayers and water users.

2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to Buncombe County employees? (Yes/no) Why? I do not support granting domestic-partner rights to Buncombe County employees. Marriage in North Carolina is between one man and one woman.

Very simple: no marriage, no benefits.

I support Amendment One. 3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers?

(Yes/no) Why? No tax breaks or incentives. Companies will come if regulations are favorable to business.

Look at the $535 million wasted on Solyndra. Need I say more?

4. do you think the county should make funding the

2. do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to Buncombe County employees? (Yes/no) Why? The current cost of the county benefit package for Buncombe Co. employees is 48 percent of salary. This is extraordinarily high, since the benefit cost in the private sector is 20 to 30 percent. I favor granting benefits only to county employees.

Connect Buncombe greenways a high priority? (Yes/no) Why? We have areas with no sidewalks, yet we continue to fund greenways and bikeways. Sidewalks first, bikeways second and greenways last. There is too much time and money spent being green.

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? Governments do not create jobs: The private sector creates jobs. The most important role government can play to help jobs is to reduce regulations, taxes and stifling rules.

6. name your favorite movie.

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3. do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers?

(Yes/no) Why? I prefer focusing on streamlining and reducing costly, needless fees and regulations, and lowering business taxes, so that

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4. do you think the county should make funding the Connect Buncombe greenways a high priority? (Yes/no) Why? I prefer that private sources, not county tax revenues, fund greenways.

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? The role of government is to foster/create a climate that is business-friendly. This is done by reducing regulations that are costly and hamstringing our business, and lowering taxes and fees.

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Party: Democrat Slogan: “Everyone Deserves a Place at the Table” Profession: Former programmer, systems analyst residence: Asheville Funding: I have not filed a report yet, but I am the largest donor, having given $20,000 to my campaign, roughly two-thirds of the $29,422.71 that I've raised so far. endorsements: Sierra Club 1. Do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, B) giving the existing system to the Metropolitan Sewerage District or C) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? I certainly do not favor having this decision made by the state legislature, without any representation from the city, and who will then have no responsibility for the actual operation of the system.

This is a political move that has nothing to do with providing water.

2. Do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to Buncombe County employees? (yes/no) Why? I strongly oppose Amendment One. As a county commissioner, I would work to make sure our compensation package is in line with similar organizations.

3. Do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/ no) Why? Short-term tax breaks that promise jobs actually can increase revenue in the long term. That makes

Party: Democrat Slogan: Your Voice For Jobs Profession: Small-business Owner residence: Candler Funding: Report to be filed soon. Top donors are Ben Pace ($1,000) and Jamie Pace ($1,000). endorsements: None

sense. The devil is in the details.

Impact on existing businesses must be taken into account, and incentives must be structured to hold businesses accountable for the outcomes promised.

4. Do you think the county should make funding the Connect Buncombe greenways a high priority? (yes/no) Why? YES! Our mountains are one of our greatest economic engines and a huge competitive advantage to luring people and businesses.

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? Technical assistance for small businesses and startups so they can take advantage of existing programs, efficient and responsive enforcement of codes, promotion of Buncombe County outside the area.

6. name your favorite movie.

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1. Do you favor a) creating a regional water authority, B) giving the existing system to the Metropolitan Sewerage District or C) leaving it under asheville's control? Why? The General Assembly has the ability to vote and implement any of these three options. If the county becomes involved, I would favor a local solution that takes into consideration the investments made by everyone and does not open the door for privatization or charging customers differential rates.

2. Do you support granting domestic-partner rights and/or benefits to Buncombe County employees? (yes/no) Why? Before I could agree to any changes in benefits, I would like to see a study of the budgetary impacts. Emerging solutions should apply to every employee, not just one group. We should try to hold tax rates while supporting and addressing the needs of our Buncombe County employees.

3. Do you favor offering tax breaks and other economicdevelopment incentives to companies that agree to move here or expand existing facilities and hire local workers? (yes/ no) Why? Yes, if targeted. There’s no question that, in today’s competitive marketplace, local incentives are a big factor for companies looking to expand. We have to be mindful of our budget and offer targeted incentives to companies that will bring new industries, grow local businesses or hire local workers.

4. Do you think the county should make funding the Connect Buncombe greenways a high priority? (yes/no) Why? Yes, I favor greenways if the budget allows, and parks are equally distributed throughout Buncombe. The western and southern regions of Buncombe County are under-serviced. Due to budget issues, the county referred a western park request to private funding. I would encourage utilizing grants and private funding for greenways.

5. What’s the most important role of county government in job creation? To create an atmosphere of stability and support that encourages new and local businesses to make long-term investments that benefit the future of Buncombe County.

6. name your favorite movie.

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Under the proposal, skateboarders would have to abide by a “four wheels down” rule and restrictions similar to those applying to cyclists.

The move came after numerous skateboarders packed the Council chambers, asserting that the rules unfairly target as sustainable method of transportation.

“What we're doing has nothing to do with recreational skateboarding,” Rob Sebrell, owner of PUSH skateshop, told Council. “We're just trying to get from point A to point B. We're just asking for the same rights a bicyclist would have, and we're willing to follow the same rules in return for that.”

In an unusual situation, instead of a definite, single recommendation from staff or a committee, Council was faced with these two options: strengthen the ban on skateboarding downtown

skateboarding as transport: Skateboarder who attended the April 24 Asheville City Council meeting asserted that designs have improved since this classic ‘board was made and that skateboards are now a legitimate form of transportation. Photo by Max Cooper or start the ball rolling on new rules allowing it.

“We're making sausage in front of everyone,” Vice Mayor Esther Manheimer noted of the process.

City staff backed the former option, citing concerns about safety.

“It's difficult for city staff to recommend skateboarding on the roadways,” Assistant City Manager Jeff Richardson told Council. “Just because of the dangers that are associated with that.”

Skateboarding is prohibited on roadways and sidewalks throughout the Central Business District and on roadways in the rest of the city.

However, Council member Gordon Smith said he thought the skateboarders' complaints had some validity and noted that “there was no data presented to suggest that this form of transportation, skateboarding, was any more dangerous than bicycling.” He added that there “are models for using skateboards as transportation.”

The point was echoed by many of the speakers, who added that they feel the police often unfairly ticket them, and confiscate their boards, measures that city staff noted are not in the ordinance.

“It's not the city's job to protect us from ourselves,” Chad McClure told Council.

Not everyone was so sure. Manheimer, recalling problems caused by groups of skateboarders in the days when downtown was mostly abandoned, noted that “I don't want to go back to that.”

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dissenting vote, said that he felt the number of pedestrians downtown, especially on weekends, could lead to safety concerns if skateboarding is allowed.

water outcrY Council also held a public hearing on a proposal from a state General Assembly study committee that the city of Asheville turn over its water system to the Metropolitan Sewerage District.

The reason for the hearing, as articulated by Council member Chris Pelly, was that the study committee hadn't held a single hearing within city limits (one was held at the WNC Agricultural Center while the rest were in Raleigh).

During the hearing, the vast majority of the speakers sharply criticized the committee's recommendation, especially singling out the actions of its chair, Rep. Tim Moffitt.

“I urge City Council to strongly resolve now to save our water system and to plan to mount a strong legal defense,” resident Peter Gentling told Council.

“They imply that no water system in the state that built its own system with user fees can ever have an assurance that they permanently have ownership of that system,” Barry Summers said.

“You're going to be getting more support as this goes on from other communities, other entities,” he told Council. “I urge you not to give in to this blackmail.”

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Many of the speakers highlighted Moffitt's membership in the American Legislative Exchange Council, a conservative group that has helped craft privatization legislation across the county.

They asserted that the main purpose of the move was to use Asheville and Buncombe water users' funds to subsidize growth in Henderson County.

“These are not the words of a statesman, these are the words of a bully,” resident Heather Rayburn said of Moffitt's assertions. She compared him and other legislators to characters from the novel A Game of Thrones, “nursing personal vendettas and living in the past.”

In other action, Council: • Approved 6-0 the formation of a nine-member Neighborhood Advisory Committee, with one member from each of the city's five major zip codes and four selected from the city at-large.

• Directed the city's sustainability advisory committee to study the recommendations of the Asheville-Buncombe Food Policy Council to strengthen the city's food-security situation. (See “Asheville-Buncombe Food Policy Council Moves Forward,” in this issue's Food section.)

• Heard a proposal from the Rev. Amy Cantrell of Be Loved House to cooperate on creating a legal camping site for Asheville's homeless. Cantrell and about 20 other people had rallied outside City Hall before the meeting to press their case.

“It's a crime to be homeless when the shelters are full, and you have no safe place to lay your head,” she said. “We need safe, legal space for people to camp.”

She added that she hoped to cooperate with the city and other organizations to make a workable camp space a reality.

• Agreed to give the Mountain Area Information Network 30 days to try to work out a deal to preserve its use of a city-owned broadcasting tower.

MAIN currently owes the city $37,000 on its lease, and was asking for a 60-day extension, hoping to craft a deal where its current debt is forgiven and the local media nonprofit is given rent-free use of the tower in the future.

During those 30 days, City Manager Gary Jackson said, staff can determine if MAIN is still “a viable organization we can contract with.” He noted that the city has made attempts to work out a payment plan with MAIN for months. X David Forbes can be reached at 251-1333, ext. 137, or dforbes@mountainx.com.

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yard&garden Worms & compost eco hosts may 12 Workshop Interested in backyard composting but need a little guidance? Curious about composting with worms? Attend the next Sustainable Living Workshop.

With support from the N.C. Cooperative Extension Service, the Hendersonville-based Environmental and Conservation Organization will host a composting-andworm-bin workshop on Saturday, May 12.

The workshop begins at 9:30 a.m. at the Henderson County Cooperative Extension Office in Jackson Park.

First up: a presentation on backyard composting by Brian Rosa from the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources. Rosa will then lead a hands-on Worm Bin Workshop from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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manage an active composting bin. Participants will learn to make their own rich humus — soil amendment — by keeping their vegetable scraps out of the garbage, [and] how to feed a worm bin and/or a composter,” says Katie Breckheimer, ECO Recycling Committee Coordinator Organic soils contain a vibrant mix of microbiology essential for healthy plant growth — fungi, protozoa, nematodes and micropods, which all work in concert in the soil to produce food for your table or landscaping plants.

The best way to obtain and nourish these life-sustaining microbes is by adding compost. Both worm composting and thermal composting (also called hot composting) provide a great diversity of helpful organisms.

Advance registration is required and space is limited.

The registration fee is $10 for the presentation only, or $25 for both the presentation and the worm-bin workshop.

Participants receive an active worm bin, which includes a laundry-basket size plastic tub with a lid, bedding and worms. Reservations or for more information: 692-0385 or eco-wnc.org.

gardeningcalendar Calendar for May 2 - 10, 2012 Asheville Garden Club • WE (5/9), 10am - The Asheville Garden Club will present a tour of the N.C. Arboretum's bonsai collection. Carpool available from the North Asheville Community Center, 37 E. Larchmont Drive, departing at 9:30am. $8 per car. Info: 258-0922.

Flower Show • SA (5/5), 9am-4pm - The Flower Show of Rhododendrons and Azaleas will be presented by the Southeastern Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society at Crowne Plaza Resort, 1 Resort Drive. Free. Info: www.rhododendron.org.

Garden Hotline • MONDAYS through FRIDAYS, 8:30am-4:30pm - A garden hotline will be offered by Buncombe County Extension Master Gardeners. Info: 255-5522.

N.C. Arboretum Located at 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way. 9am5pm daily. Programs are free with $8 parking fee.

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

• SA (5/5) through MO (9/3) - Wicked Plants: The Exhibit will "expose plants associated with a myriad of negative health effects."

Open Air Market • SATURDAYS, 9am-noon - Biltmore Coffee Traders, 518 Hendersonville Road, hosts an open air market featuring eco-friendly and garden-related items including solar oven kits, mushroom logs, pottery and more. Currently accepting new vendors.

Info: biltmorecoffee@gmail.com or www.biltmorecoffeetraders.com.

Regional Tailgate Markets 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.

• WEDNESDAY, 2-6pm - Asheville City Market South, Town Square Boulevard, Biltmore Park --2:30-6:30pm - 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 Co-op Market, 90 Biltmore Ave. • THURSDAYS, 3-6pm - Flat Rock Tailgate Market, 2724 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock --- 3rd THURSDAYS, 2-6pm - Greenlife Tailgate Market, 70 Merrimon Ave. • SATURDAYS, 8am-1pm - Asheville City Market, 161 South Charlotte St. --- 8am-12:30pm Transylvania Tailgate Market, 90 E. Main St., Brevard --- 8am-noon - North Asheville Tailgate Market, UNCA commuter lot C. --- 9am-noon - Big Ivy Tailgate Market, 1679 Barnardsville Highway, Barnardsville. --- 9am-noon - Black Mountain Tailgate Market, 130 Montreat Road.

• SUNDAYS, noon-4pm - Marshall's "Sundays on the Island," Blanahasset Island.

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

Rummage Sale

• SA (5/5), 8:30am-1pm - The Weaverville Garden Club will host a rummage sale at the Weaverville United Methodist Church fellowship hall, 90 N. Main St. Plants, baked goods, clothes and slightly-used items will be offered.

• Donations will be accepted on Friday, May 4, from 8:30am to 1pm. All proceeds benefit Weaverville beautification projects. Info: annanagy@charter.net or 658-1154.

Spring Herb Festival • FR (5/4) & SA (5/5), 9am-5pm & SU (5/6), 10am-3pm - The Spring Herb Festival will feature herb growers and vendors, natural gardening specialists and makers of herbal ointments. Held at WNC Farmers Market, 570 Brevard Road. Free. Info: www.ashevilleherbfestival.com.

Spring Plant Sale • SA (5/5), 9am-3pm - A spring plant sale, sponsored by the French Broad River Garden Club, will feature native grasses and other plants. Held at Clem’s Cabin, 1000 Hendersonville Road. Info: www.fbrgc.org.

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calendar categories community events & workshops / social & shared-interest groups / government & politics / seniors & retirees / animals / technology / business & careers / volunteering / health programs / support groups / helplines / sports groups & activities / kids / spirituality / arts / spoken & written word / festivals & gatherings / music / theater / comedy / film / dance / auditions & call to artists Calendar for May 2 10, 2012 Unless otherwise stated, events take place in Asheville, and phone numbers are in the 828 area code.

Day-by-day calendar is online Want to find out everything that's happening today -- or tomorrow, or any day of the week? Go to www.mountainx.com/events.

Weekday Abbreviations: SU = Sunday, MO = Monday, TU = Tuesday, WE = Wednesday, TH = Thursday, FR = Friday, SA = Saturday

Animals 4-H Horse Show • SU (5/6) - The Western District 4-H Horse Show will be held at WNC Agricultural Center, 1301 Fanning Bridge Road, Fletcher. Info: 6871414.

Brother Wolf Animal Rescue A no-kill organization. Info: www.bwar.org or 505-3440.

• WEDNESDAYS & SUNDAYS, 10am; SATURDAYS, 9am - The Outward Hounds hiking club encourages the public to take adoptable dogs on Asheville-area hikes. Free.

• DAILY, 8am-8pm - Pet Adoption Day at the rescue center, 31 Glendale Ave. Open from 8am-6pm on Sundays.

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

Mounted Patrol Horse Show • SA (5/5) - The Sheriff's Mounted Patrol Open Horse Show will be held at WNC Agricultural Center, 1301 Fanning Bridge Road, Fletcher. Info: 687-1414.

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*free and PaId lISTInGS - WedneSday, 5 P.M. (7 dayS PrIor To PublICaTIon) Can’t find your group’s listing?

Due to the abundance of great things to do in our area, we only have the space in print to focus on timely events. Our print calendar now covers an eight-day range. For a complete directory of all Community Calendar groups and upcoming events, please visit www.mountainx.com/events..

Calendar information In order to qualify for a free listing, an event must cost no more than $40 to attend and be sponsored by and/or benefit a nonprofit.

If an event benefits a business, it’s a paid listing.

If you wish to submit an event for Clubland (our free live music listings), please e-mail clubland@mountainx.com.

Free Listings To submit a free listing: * Online submission form (best): http://www.mountainx.com/ events/submission * E-mail (second best): calendar@mountainx.com * Fax (next best): (828) 251-1311, Attn: Free Calendar * Mail: Free Calendar, Mountain Xpress, P.O. Box 144, Asheville, NC 28802 * In person: Mountain Xpress, 2 Wall St. (the Miles Building), second floor, downtown Asheville.

Please limit your submission to 40 words or less.

Questions? Call (828) 251-1333, ext. 365.

Paid Listings Paid listings lead the calendar sections in which they are placed, and are marked (pd.).

To submit a paid listing, send it to our Classified Department by any of the following methods. Be sure to include your phone number, for billing purposes. * E-mail: marketplace@mountainx.com. * Fax: (828) 251-1311, Attn: Commercial Calendar * Mail: Commercial Calendar, Mountain Xpress, P.O. Box 144, Asheville, NC 28802 * In person: Classified Dept., Mountain Xpress, 2 Wall St. (the Miles Building), Ste. 214, downtown Asheville.

Questions? Call our Classified Department at (828) 251-1333, ext. 335.

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.

Whole Horse Journeys Clinic • TU (5/8), 6-8pm - A miniclinic and demonstration will be hosted by Whole Horse Journeys, a program which encourages the public to "discover deeper, more rewarding communications with horses." Held at 720 Old Marshall Highway. Free, but registration required.

Info: www.wholehorsejourneys.com or 280-5682.

Art A-B Tech Student Show • TH (5/3) through SA (5/26) - The A-B Tech juried student art show will be on display at The ARTery, 346 Depot St. Info: www. abtech.edu.

• FR (5/4), 5-7pm Opening reception and awards ceremony.

Absolute Uncertainty • Through SU (5/20) Absolute Uncertainty, new paintings by Barbara Fisher, will be on display at Urban Dharma, Asheville's new Buddhist temple and community center, 29 Page St. Info: www.udharmanc.com.

American Folk Art and Framing Oui-Oui Gallery is located at 64 Biltmore Ave. Mon. - Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun., noon-5pm. Info: www. amerifolk.com or 281-2134.

• Through TH (5/10) Prayer and Praise, small works by Karl Mullen.

AnTHM Gallery 110 1/2 W. State St., Black Mountain. Tues.-Sun., 11am-9pm Info: www.anthmgallery.com.

• Through FR (6/29) New works by Jackson Hammack (mixed-media).

• SA (5/5), 6-8pm Opening reception.

• FR (5/4), 5:30-8:30pm - AnTHM Gallery's First Friday will feature music, drink specials and art by the Swannanoa Valley Fine Arts League and AnTHM artists. Held at the Monte

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Vista Hotel, 308 W. State St., Black Mountain. Info: www.anthmgallery.com or 669-8870.

Art 21 Screenings • WE (5/9), 7pm - The sixth season of Art in the TwentyFirst Century includes 13 profiles of artists from five continents, gathered into four one-hour thematic episodes. This screening of "Balance" features Rackstraw Downes, Robert Mangold and Sarah Sze. Presented by Courtyard Gallery in the upstairs library of Phil Mechanic Studios, 109 Roberts St. Info: www. ashevillecourtyard.com.

Art After Dark and Saturday Stroll • FR (5/4), 6-9pm & SA (5/5), 11am-3pm - The Waynesville Gallery Association presents Art After Dark and Saturday Stroll between Historic Frog Level and Depot Street, Waynesville. Free. Info: www.waynesvillegalleryassociation.com or 452-9284.

Art at Mars Hill College Weizenblatt Gallery: Mon.Fri., 9am-5pm. Info: www. mhc.edu.

• Through WE (5/9) - Mars Hill College's senior art exhibit will be on display in the Weizenblatt Gallery.

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

• FR (5/4) through FR (5/18) - "Crumbs," works by Sarah Ray (sculpture) will be on display in the Blowers Gallery. Info: 251-6436.

• FR (5/4), 3-6pm - An opening reception for a ceramics exhibition, featuring the work of Tiffany Purser, will be held in the Highsmith University Union Gallery.

Artist Plate • Through SU (5/6) - A collection of artist-made dinner plates and "related insights about food" will be on display at the Penland School of Crafts, 67 Dora's Trail, Penland. Info: www.penland. org or 765-2359.

Asheville Art Museum Located on Pack Square in downtown Asheville. Hours: Tues.-Sat., 10am-5pm and Sun., 1-5pm. Programs are

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Asheville Wordfest will "celebrate the voices of poets from many cultural and aesthetic

wed contexts" from May 2-6, with free spoken word events scheduled throughout Asheville. See website for complete schedule: gratefulsteps.org/ashevillewordfest.

Learn how to make no-sew fleece blankets for the local chapter of Project Linus at the

thur monthly meeting of the WNC Embroiderers' Guild of America. Meeting will be held on Thursday, May 3 from 10 a.m.-noon at Cummings United Methodist Church, 3 Banner Farm Road, Horse Shoe. Info: 696-3829.

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ZaPow! art gallery, 21 Battery Park, Suite 101, hosts a Star Wars-themed party with costume contests, music, drinks and more on Friday, May 4 from 7-9 p.m. Costumes highly encouraged, but not required. Info: Info: zapow.net.

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Think your facial hair is the best in the land? Find out as Tipping Point Tavern, 190 N. Main St., Waynesville, hosts the first annual Cinco de Beardo competition on Saturday, May 5 at 8 p.m. Prizes will be awarded for a variety of categories, including ladies faux beard and faux stache. Free to enter. Info: avl.mx/f7.

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Find out how to incorporate herbs into your life at the Spring Herb Festival on Sunday, May 6 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Herbalists and natural gardening specialists will present plants for spring at the WNC Farmers Market, 570 Brevard Road. Festival begins on Friday and runs through Sunday. Info: ashevilleherbfestival.com.

Children grades K-12 can expand their musical repertoire at a hip-hop class for kids, offered

mon by the Waynesville Recreation Center, 550 Vance St., on Monday, May 7 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free for members/15 visit pass for $20. Class continues each Mon., Wed. and Fri. Registration required. Info: 456-2030.

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Learn about the dance, music and culture of Celtic France at Celebrate Brittany. Held at the Senior Opportunity Center, 36 Grove St., on Tuesday, May 8 from 2-4 p.m. $10. Info and registration: kisley@ashevillenc.gov or 350-2062.

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.

• Through SU (8/26) - The Essential Idea: Robert Motherwell’s Graphic Works (abstract expressionist).

• Through SU (9/9) - Prime Time: New Media Juried Exhibition.

• Through SU (7/8) - Fire on the Mountain: Studio Glass in Western North Carolina.

• Through SU (10/28) Artworks Project Space: Hoss Haley Installation.

• Through SU (9/16) Ancient Forms, Modern Minds: Contemporary Cherokee Ceramics.

Avida Arts Symposium • FR (5/4), 7-9pm - The Avida Arts Symposium will be held in BRCC's Thomas Auditorium. A performance

by Kevin Ayesh (piano) will be followed by a reception.

Free. Info: 694-1743.

Bella Vista Art Gallery

14 Lodge St. Spring hours: Mon., Wed.-Fri., 10am-4pm; Sat., 11am-5pm. Info: www. bellavistaart.com or 7680246.

• Through TH (5/31) Works by Alfie Fernandes, Terry Hagiwara and Karen Margulis.

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 WE (6/13) - Regional Galleries Collaborative Exhibit, curated by BMCA executive director Gale Jackson.

Blue Ridge en Plein Air • FR (5/4) through MO (5/28) - Blue Ridge en Plein Air will be on display at Swannanoa Valley Fine Arts League's Red House Gallery, 310 W. State St., Black Mountain. Info: www. svfalarts.org.

• SU (5/6), 5-7pm Opening reception.

Boone First Friday Art Crawl

• 1st FRIDAYS, 7-9pm The Boone First Friday Art Crawl will feature extended gallery and business hours in a festive, town-wide celebration.

Brevard College • Through FR (5/4) - A senior art exhibit will be on display in the Spiers Gallery.

Buncombe County Schools Student Art Show • Through SU (5/20) - The Buncombe County Schools K-12 Student Art Show will be on display at the Asheville Mall, 3 South Tunnel Road, near Barnes and Noble. Info: 255-5951.

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

• Through SA (5/26) Spring Salon, works by Roger Ricco and Justine Reyes.

Clingman Cafe • FR (5/4) through TH (5/31) - Works by Julie Covington (pottery) and

Nancy Darrell (woodcut prints) will be on display at 242 Clingman Ave. • FR (5/4), 5-7pm Opening reception. www. clingmancafeasheville.com or 253-2177.

Coop Gallery 25 Carolina Lane. Info: www.coopasheville.com.

• Through FR (5/18) Works by Warren Wilson students, teachers and alumni on the theme of alternative building.

Crimson Laurel Gallery 23 Crimson Laurel Way, Bakersville. April-Dec.: Tues.-Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun. & Mon., noon-5pm. Info: 688-3599 or www.crimsonlaurelgallery.com.

• Through FR (6/29) Containment III: A Nesting Instinct.

• SA (5/5), 6pm - Opening reception.

• Through TH (5/31) Ceramic jars by Jana Evans will be on display throughout May. 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 (6/5) - Works

by Sondra Dorn (fiber) and Ann Gleason (clay).

Events at the Turchin Center Appalachian State University's Turchin Center for the Visual Arts is located at 423 West King St., in Boone. Info: 262-3017 or www.tcva.org.

• Trough SA (7/28) STUFF: Where does it come from and where does it go?

--- Reflections on Costa Rica.

Flood Gallery Phil Mechanic, 109 Roberts St. Tues.-Sat., 10am-4pm.

Info: www.floodgallery.org or 254-2166.

• SA (5/5) through MO (5/28) - Reclaimed Art, works by Katie Chen.

Flow 14 South Main St., Marshall.

Wed.-Sat., 10am-4pm. Info: http://avl.mx/aw.

• Through TU (5/8) - Found: Art Objects from the Waste Stream.

Folk Art Center Located at milepost 382 on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Info: 298-7928 or www. craftguild.org.

• Through SU (5/13) - The American Association of Wood Turners Invitational Exhibition will feature 25 artists from around the world.

Grovewood Gallery Located at 111 Grovewood Road. April-Dec.: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun., 11am5pm. Info: www.grovewood. com or 253-7651.

• SA (5/5), 10am-6pm Grovewood Gallery will celebrate its 20th anniversary with guest speakers, open studios and demonstrations.

Info: 253-7651.

HCC Photography Exhibit • Through FR (6/29) Photography by Haywood Community College's continuing education digital photography class will be on display in the Haywood County Public Library's meeting room, 11 Pennsylvania Ave., Canton.

Info: 648-2924.

Madison County Arts Council Exhibits Located at 90 S. Main St. in Marshall. Info: 649-1301.

• Through FR (5/4) - Fiber Art Group Show.

Odyssey Center for the Ceramic Arts Located at 238 Clingman Ave. Mon.-Fri., 9-5pm; Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun., noon6pm. Info: www.odysseyceramicarts.com.

• Through FR (5/4) - A ceramics show will feature

works by gallery assistants Jan Cothran, Paul Frehe and Tisha Cook.

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 (5/3), 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.

Photography and Graphic Design Open House • TH (5/3), 4pm - The photography and graphic design departments of McDowell Technical Community College will host an open house at the Cedar (Administration) building to display student work. Food and refreshments provided.

Free. Info: www.mcdowelltechphotography.net.

Photography Exhibit: Brook Reynolds • Through SA (5/26) ENSO, black and white photographs inspired by the enso paintings of Zen circles, will be on display at Ananda Hair Studio, 22 Broadway St. Mon., 10am6pm; Tues.-Sat., 9am-8pm.

Info: www.brookreynoldsphotography.com.

Pink Dog Creative A multi-use arts space located at 342 Depot St. Info: info@pinkdog-creative. com.

• Through SA (6/30) Ralph Burns (photography).

Pump Gallery 109 Roberts St. Tues.-Sat., 10am-4pm. Info: www.philmechanicstudios.com.

• SA (5/5) through MO (5/28) - Works by Olivia de Soria (wearable art).

• SA (5/5), 6-9pm Opening reception.

Red House Studio and Gallery • Through WE (6/6) - The Swannanoa Valley Fine Arts League presents a variety of drawing and painting classes weekly at 310 W. State St. $15 per session.

Info, schedule and times: www.svfalarts.org.

Seven Sisters Gallery This Black Mountain gallery is located at 117 Cherry St. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am6pm and Sun., noon-5pm.

Info: www.sevensistersgallery.com or 669-5107.

• Through MO (5/28) - Joyce Schlapkohl (oil paintings).

The Cutting Edge: The Language of Textiles & Fiber Art

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• Through SA (5/5), 11am5pm - Desert Moon Designs Studios and Gallery, 372 Depot St., Suite 44, explores the language of textile and fiber artists, both traditional and contemporary. A portion of proceeds benefit Caring for Children. Info: www. desertmoondesigns-studios. com.

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.

• FR (5/4) through MO (5/28) - Paper Works, an open show.

Valdese Heritage Arts Center • SA (5/5), 10am-4pm - Local artists will demonstrate their craft at Art in the Plaza, 146 Main St. W., Valdese. Free. Info: www. vhac.webs.com.

Working Girls Studio & Gallery • Through MO (5/28) Hollow, mixed media and oil paintings by Shellie LewisDambax and Horse Series, mixed media paintings and monotypes by Phil Garrett, will be on display Thurs.Sat. at 30 Battery Park Ave. Info: www.workinggirlsstudio.com.

Auditions & Call to Artists Best of WNC Artists 2012 (pd.) A juried exhibition of 2D & 3D works by artists residing in Western North Carolina. Sponsored

by WHO KNOWS ART in conjunction with Fine Art By The River/Riverside Studios.

Exhibit dates: Sept 1-29.

Submission deadline & fee: July 1, $25. Info: www. bestwncartists.com CALL FOR DANCERS (pd.) For upcoming show at the Magnetic Field. Please email noshedidnt2012@ gmail.com for details on how to apply.

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.

Art in the Park • Through SU (5/6) - Artist applications for Art in the Park will be accepted through May 19. Info: www. ci.morganton.nc.us.

Asheville Chocolate and Arts Festival • Through WE (8/1) - The Asheville Chocolate and Arts Festival will accept submis-

sions from local artists through Aug. 1. Info: www. sacredcelebrationsproductions.com.

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.

Hard Times Writing Contest • Through SA (6/30) - The Writers' Workshop will accept submissions for its Hard Times writing contest through June 30. Info: www.twwoa.org.

Hendersonville Art on Main • Through FR (6/1) Hendersonville's Art on Main will accept applications from arts and crafts vendors through June 1. Info: www. acofhc.org or 693-8504.

LAAFF • Through TU (5/15) LAAFF seeks creative ideas and activities of all kinds for its upcoming festival through May 15. Info: kitty@ashevillearts.com.

LAAFF Grants • Through TU (5/15) LAAFF will accept mini-grant applications from artists through May 15. Info: kitty@arts2people.org.

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

PaperWorks / Fine Arts and Crafts Showcase • Through TU (5/1) - TC Arts Council will accept submissions for its PaperWorks exhibit through May 1. Info: tcarts@comporium.net or 884-2787.

• Through FR (6/1) - TC Arts Council will accept submissions for its Fine Arts and Crafts Showcase through June 1.

Beer Asheville Beer Master Tournament • TH (5/10), 6:30pm - The Asheville Beer Master tournament will feature beer trivia at a variety of locations. Must be 21 or older.

Brewers and owners of beer outlets are not eligible. Info: http://avl.mx/94 or avlbeermasters@gmail.com.

Business & Technology A-B Tech Job Fair • WE (5/9), 2-5pm - A-B Tech will host a job fair

in the Coman Gym on the college's Asheville campus.

Open to current students, alumni and the general public. Info: www.abtech. edu/jobfair.

Appalachian Women Entrepreneurs • 1st WEDNESDAYS, 6pm - Meet other female arts/ crafts/food/beauty-based business owners at this monthly meeting. May theme is marketing. Meeting will feature a discussion of the online AWE business directory and how to creatively market your business. Held at HandMade in America, 125 S. Lexington Ave. Childcare available for $10 with RSVP: ymorris@ handmadeinamerica.org.

Business Skills Meetings • MONDAYS, 6pm - The Entrepreneur Skills Network offers a business skills meeting in Room 246 of the Jackson County Justice and Administration Building, 401 Grindstaff Cove Road, Sylva.

Info: 497-0160, 586-5466 or esn4meetings@gmail. com.

Craft Lab: Booth Selling • TU (5/8), 6pm - "Craft Lab: Arranging and Selling from Your Booth" will cover the optimum setup for engaging customers, what questions to ask visitors

and basic sales techniques.

Hosted by HandMade in America, 125 S. Lexington Ave. Free. Info: www. handmadeinamerica.org or jwienke@handmadeinamerica.org.

Mountain BizWorks Workshops Mountain BizWorks is located at 153 S. Lexington Ave., Asheville. Info: 253-2834 or www.mountainbizworks.org.

• MONDAYS, 1pm & 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.

Classes, Meetings, Events & Lectures 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.

MOVEMENT/CLASS SPACE AVAILABLE (pd.) Tues, Wed, Thurs from 7:15 - 9pm at Lighten Up Yoga , 60 Biltmore Ave., downtown. 800 sq ft. $35 per class rental. Weekend rentals also. 828.254.7756 Open Stitch Groups at Purl's Yarn Emporium (pd.) On Wall Street downtown: Wednesdays, 10am12pm; Thursdays, 6-8pm.

Bring a knit or crochet project or find something new to cast on. (828) 253-2750. www.purlsyarnemporium. com A-B Tech Alumni Association • WE (5/9), 5:30pm The A-B Tech Alumni Association invites all alumni to a reception in the Magnolia Dining Room, 340 Victoria Road. Reconnect with classmates and find out about new programs on campus. Info and reservations: www.abtech.edu/ alumni or alumni@abtech. edu.

ABWA • TH (5/10), 5:30-8pm - The American Women Business Association will host a spring membership event at High Vista Country

Club, 88 Country Club Road, Mills River. $20 for light dinner. Registration required

by May 7. Info: abwaskyhychapter@gmail.com.

Celebrate Brittany • TUESDAYS, 2-4pm - A class on the dance, music and culture of Celtic France will be presented at the Senior Opportunity Center, 36 Grove St. $10. Info and registration: kisley@ashevillenc.gov or 350-2062.

Courthouse Tours • WEDNESDAYS, 2pm Historic courthouse tours will depart from 200 North Grove St., Hendersonville.

Free. Info: 694-5003.

Four Seasons Toastmasters • WEDNESDAYS, 8-9am Four Seasons Toastmasters invites the community to improve their public speaking skills. Held in the Smoky Mountain Theatre of Lake Point Landing retirement community, 333 Thompson St., Hendersonville. $10 per month. Info: 606-9830.

Full Moon Pedal Party • SU (5/6), 9pm - A full moon pedal party will meet at the traffic circle in the River Arts District. Bring bikes, costumes, lights, music and friends. Free.

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• MO (5/7), 6-8pm - The Clay County/Golden LEAF Community Assistance Initiative forum will be held at the New Courthouse, 261 Courthouse Drive, Hayesville. Info: pcabe@ goldenleaf.org or 888-6848404.

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 TU (12/31) - An exhibit of Civil War military weaponry and uniforms.

Iraq Veterans Against The War • TH (5/10), 6pm - Iraq Veterans Against the War's "Right to Heal" tour will focus on Operation Recovery. Held at Firestorm Cafe, 48 Commerce St. Free. Info: www.ivaw.org/ right-heal-tour-asheville.

Kentucky Derby Party • SA (5/5), 3-7pm - A Kentucky Derby party will be held in the Grove Park Inn's Great Hall Bar, 290 Macon Ave. Free. Info: www. groveparkinn.com or (800) 438-5800.

Embroiderers' Guild of America • TH (5/3), 10am-noon - The monthly meeting of the WNC chapter of the Embroiderers' Guild of America will make no-sew fleece blankets for the local chapter of Project Linus.

Held at Cummings United Methodist Church, 3 Banner Farm Road, Horse Shoe.

Free. Info: 696-3829.

New World Celts • 2nd TUESDAYS, 7pm This nonprofit organization promotes Celtic history and culture. Monthly meetings held at the Bier Garden, 46 Haywood St. All are welcome. Info: www.newworldcelts.org.

Ox Creek Community History Collection • SATURDAYS through (6/9), 10am-2pm - An exhibition will feature selections from the Ox Creek Community History Collection at the Weaverville Library, 41 North Main St. Free. Info: ckgrimes@ charter.net.

Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute Located at 1 PARI Drive, Rosman. Info: 862-5554 or www.pari.edu.

• SA (5/5), 10am-4pm - A Space Day open house will feature planetarium presentations, tours, exhibits and space shuttle artifacts. Free;

nominal fee for planetarium presentations.

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Ponderer's Cafe Group • TUESDAYS, 6:45pm This easygoing, guided questioning aims to cultivate discussion and broaden perspectives on a variety of interesting topics. Free to attend. Info: www.meetup. com/PonderersCafe.

RV Camping Club • Through FR (11/30) - The Small RV Camping Club currently seeks new members.

Info: lilnau@aol.com or 369-6669.

Sidewalk Yard Sale • SA (5/5), 7:30-11:30am - The Marion Business Association will host a sidewalk yard sale on Main St., Marion. Info: 652-2215.

Spring and Mother's Day Bazaar • SA (5/5), 8am-2pm - A spring and Mother's Day bazaar will include a raffle of baked goods, crafts, greeting cards and plants. Held at the Church of the Redeemer, 1201 Riverside Drive, Woodfin. Info: 253-3588.

Star Wars Party • FR (5/4), 7-9pm - A Star Warxs-themed party will feature music, costume contest, drinks and more.

Costumes encouraged, but not required. Held at ZaPow!, 21 Battery Park, Suite 101. Free. Info: Info: www.zapow.net or 5752024.

Taste Of Marion Tea Party • SA (5/5), noon-2pm - A Taste Of Marion tea party will be held at the Historic Marion Depot, 58 Depot St. $20 includes lunch. Info: 652-2215.

Transit System Open House • TH (5/3), MO (5/7), MO (5/14) & TU (5/15), 4-7pm - The City of Asheville will host information sessions about the new transit system at a variety of locations.

Free. Info: www.ashevillenc. gov/transit or 253-5691.

Veterans for Peace Info: vfpchapter099wnc. blogspot.com.

• TH (5/3), 6:30pm Veterans for Peace will meet at Phil Mechanic Studios, 109 Roberts St. WNC Historical Association • SA (5/5), 2pm - A presentation about slavery in WNC will be offered as part of the "Civil War Comes to the Mountains" series. Held in A-B Tech's Simpson Lecture Hall. $5/free for members.

Info and registration: smh@ wnchistory.org or 2539231.

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.) Monday 7:30-9pm Bellydance • Tuesday 8-9am Booty Camp Fitness • 9-10am Hip Hop

Workout • Noon-1pm Groove Dance • 5:15-6pm Intro to Bellyydance • Wednesday 6-7 Intro to Hip Hop, • 7:30-9 Bellydance 2 • Thursday 9-10am Bellydance, • 6-7pm Bollywood, • 8-9pm Hip Hop 2 • Friday 10-11am Bhangra Workout. • $12 for 60 minute classes. 90 1/2 N. Lexington Avenue. www. studiozahiya.com Traditional Dance of Celtic France (pd.) Tuesdays, May 1stJune 19th 2pm-4pm Senior Opportunity Center, 36 Grove St. Experience the history, legends and dance

of Brittany. For all ages. $10 per class or $70 for 8 week session. To register or for more information, email: jlzollars@charter.net or call: 828-505-3253. Celebrate Brittany!

Bhangra/Hip-Hop Aerobic Classes • WEDNESDAYS, 6:30pm - Learn the lively Indian dance Bhangra, mixed with a little hip-hop, at this weekly series. Beginners and drop-ins welcome.

Held at Carver Community Center, 101 Carver Ave., Black Mountain. $10. Info: www.holisticwithhumor. com/dance.

Contra Dance • MONDAYS, 8pm - Contra dancing at the Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave. Beginners welcome. $6.

Info: www.danceasheville. com.

Nia: Dance Your Inner Athlete • TUESDAYS through (5/29), 6pm - "Athletic Nia provides opportunities for personal investment within your unique movements."

No dance experience needed. Hosted by the YMCA, 30 Woodfin St. Free for members/$10 per class for nonmembers. Walk-

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Southern Lights SDC Held at the Whitmire Activity Building, 301 Lily Pond Road, Hendersonville. Info: 696-9198.

• SA (5/5), 7pm - "May Flowers Dance." Advanced dance begins at 6pm.

Spiral Spirt Ecstatic Dance • WEDNESDAYS, 6:30pm Weekly dances held at Sol's Reprieve, 11 Richland St. "We honor the wave, body exploration and stillness." $7. Info: azealea@yahoo. com or elementsmove@ yahoo.com.

Eco N.C. Arboretum Located at 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way. 9am5pm daily. Programs are free with $8 parking fee.

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

• Through MO (7/2) - Ferns of the Smokies will feature exhibits about the flora of Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Propane Autogas Presentation • TH (5/3), 10am-noon Asheville Roadshow will present a Clean Propane Autogas Vehicle Technology demonstration at The Biltmore's Antler Hill Village, One Lodge St. Free. Info and registration: http://spadp. eventbrite.com.

RRP Training for Contractors • TH (5/10), 1-5pm & FR (5/11), 8am-1pm - This two-part lead-based paint management training program is approved by the EPA and the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services' Health Hazards Control Unit.

Presented by the National Center for Healthy Housing at 113 Livingston St. Free for those who qualify. Info and registration: www. adryanaservices.com.

• TH (5/3), 8:30am-5:30pm - A lead-based paint management training program for Spanish speaking contractors will be presented by the National Center for Healthy Housing at 227 Edgewood Road. Free for those who qualify. Info and registration: www.adryanaservices.com.

WNC Sierra Club Info: www.wenoca.org or 251-8289.

• WE (5/2), 7pm - Will Morgan, the Sierra Club's state lobbyist, will present a summary of laws passed in 2011, preview 2012 legislation and analyze the upcoming elections during

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a meeting at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Asheville, 1 Edwin Place.

Festivals Big Love Fest • SU (5/6), 1-8pm - Big Love Fest will feature arts and crafts vendors, local food and live music by Kovacs and the Polar Bear, Floating Action, Pleasure Chest and The Decent Lovers. Held at Pack Square Park. Free. Info: www.loveasheville.org.

Cinco de Beardo Contest • SA (5/5), 8pm - Tipping Point Tavern, 190 North Main St., Waynesville, hosts the first annual Cinco de Beardo Beard and Moustache Competition.

Prizes will be awarded. Free to enter. Men's and women's categories, additional info and registration available at www.dixiebeardmoustachesociety.jigsy.com.

LEAF • TH (5/10) through SU (5/13) - LEAF will celebrate the blues with music by Taj Mahal, Seun Kuti and Egypt 80 and Preservation Hall Jazz Band. Festival includes healing arts workshops, a juried art show, dancing and camping. Fri., 4:30pm2am; Sat., 9am-2am; Sun., 9am-7pm. Prices vary. Info: www.theleaf.org.

Mayfaire • SA (5/5), 2-5pm - Asheville Waldorf Community will host a mayfaire celebration at Trinity United Methodist Church, 587 Haywood Road, featuring crafts for children, snacks and maypole dancing. Bring a picnic and blanket. $5 donation.

Info: www.facebook.com/ AshevilleWaldorfFestivals or waldorf.asheville@gmail. com.

Summer and the Maiden • SA (5/5), 3pm - Mother Grove will host "Summer and the Maiden," featuring dance, music and rituals to honor the growing season.

A potluck will follow. By donation. Held at French Broad River Park, 508 Riverview Drive. Info: www. mothergroveavl.org or 2305069.

Government & Politics Anti-Amendment One Flash Mob • SA (5/5), noon - "Meet at Pack Square dressed in all white to represent the essence of all color. There will be one colorful sign, and participants will wear a col-

ored band around their arms to highlight the colors in the sign." Info: jeremyjweber@ gmail.com.

Asheville Retired Union Workers Luncheon • 2nd TUESDAYS, 11:30am - Retired or current union members, family and friends are invited to meet for lunch at Cornerstone Restaurant, 102 Tunnel Road. Meetings feature guest speakers. Meal prices vary. Info: dick@ dickandnorma.com.

Blue Ridge Republican Women's Club • TH (5/10), 6-8:30pm The Blue Ridge Republican Women's Club will meet at the Renaissance Hotel, 31 Woodfin St. $18 for dinner, includes tax and tip. Info: www.buncombegop.org.

Buncombe County Republican Women • 2nd THURSDAYS, 11:30am - Buncombe County Republican Women will meet at Cornerstone Restaurant, 102 Tunnel Road. Women and men welcome. Restaurant prices apply. Info: 274-7883.

Buncombe Green Party Meeting • 1st SATURDAYS, 10am - "Join us in building grass-roots progressive democracy." Meetings held in The Fortune Building, 727 Haywood Road, West Asheville. Info: buncombegreens.org or 225-4347.

Fletcher Democrats • TH (5/3), 6:30pm - The Fletcher Democrats will host a Q&A session about Amendment One at J & S Cafeteria, 800 Fairview Road. Regular dinner prices apply. Info: rorynov@gmail. com or 585-5118.

Henderson County Democrats Breakfast • SA (5/5), 9am-noon - Henderson County Democrats will host a buffet breakfast at the party's headquarters, 905 Greenville Highway. $8. Info and reservations: 692-6424.

OCCUPY/WNC • TUESDAYS, 7pm OCCUPY/WNC promotes economic and social justice for the 99+1% through its General Assembly and working groups meeting. Held in Room 220 of the Jackson County Justice Center, 401 Grindstaff Cove Road, Sylva.

Info: 743-9747.

Primary Election Day • TU (5/8), 6:30am-7:30pm - Primary election day will include local and state races, along with a vote on Amendment One. Info and polling places: www. ncvoterguide.org. Mountain Xpress election coverage:

www.mountainx.com/ election.

Kids 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.

• 2nd TUESDAYS, 11am12:30pm - A program for home-schooled children grades 1-4 will feature a guided tour and hands-on activity. $4.

Community Kids Fun Fair • SU (5/6), 12:30-2pm - The Jewish Community Center, 236 Charlotte St., will present a Community Kids Fun Fair, featuring representatives from local temples, face painting, cooking projects and more. Free.

Info: kate@jcc-asheville.org or 253-0701.

Fishing Tournament • SA (5/5), 8:30-11:30pm - A fishing tournament for kids will be held at Lake Julian Park, 5 Long Shoals Road. No fishing license required for children under 16. $5. Info: david.blynt@ buncombecounty.org or 684-0376.

Grateful Steps Publishing house located at 159 S. Lexington Ave. Events are free, unless otherwise noted. Info: www. gratefulsteps.com or 2770998.

• SA (5/5), 1-3pm - Cindy McFee Brown and Micki Parker Sanford will read from their book Mommie, Stay with Me. Denise Owen and Jo Wicker will read from their book Turtle Gliding. The afternoon will also feature live ducks and games.

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 (5/2), 11am - "Let’s Get Moving" for children of all ages. Registration requested.

• TU (5/8) through FR (5/11) - Children are invited to make a Mother's Day card.

Hip Hop Class • MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS, 3:30-4:30pm - A hip-hop

class for children grades K-12 will be offered at Waynesville Recreation Center, 550 Vance St. Free for members/$20 pass for 15 visits. Registration required. Info: youthprogramsupervisor@ townofwaynesville.org or 456-2030.

Kosher Kitchen • SU (5/6), 11am-12:30pm - A cooking class, focused on the kosher kitchen, will be offered to children ages 3-5. Held at Asheville Jewish Community Center, 236 Charlotte St. $25. Info and registration: rochelle@ jcc-asheville.org or 2530701.

Playball • SUNDAYS, 10am Playball encourages children ages 2-4 to learn life skills through low-pressure sports. Classes meet on various Sundays through May at times based on the age of the child. Held at the Asheville Jewish Community Center, 236 Charlotte St. Registration required. $15 per class. Info: rochelle@ jcc-asheville.org.

Tiny Tykes Day • SU (5/6), 2-5pm - Tiny Tykes Day, a festival for children under 5, will feature inflatables, miniature train rides, balloon animals and more. Held at Martin Luther King Junior Park, 50 Martin Luther King Junior Drive.

Free. Info: stephenslee@ ashevillenc.gov or 3502058.

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.

• SA (5/4), 10am-noon - Ages 5-12 are invited to create outdoor artwork. $5. Registration requested: 884-2787.

Wee Naturalists • TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAYS, 9:30am The N.C. Arboretum, 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, hosts activities for children ages 2-5, including nature walks, garden exploration, stories, crafts and visits from classroom animals. May events include programs on spring, marsupials, rainbows and more.

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

WNC Nature Center Trip • SA (5/5), 9am-3pm - The Waynesville Parks and Recreation Department will host a trip to the WNC Nature Center for children ages 5-12. Departs from 550 Vance St. $10 includes

lunch. Info and registration: youthprogramsupervisor@ townofwaynesville.org or 456-2030.

Outdoors Beautiful Lake James Marina • Boat Slips Available (pd.) Beat the Summer rush and reserve a covered, uncovered or houseboat slip. Great location at Canal Bridge. Security, gas sales, marine store and customer lounge. Call (828) 5840666.

Introduction to Kayaking • THURSDAYS, 7:309:30pm - An introductory kayaking class will cover the basics of whitewater kayaking with Nantahala Outdoor Center instructors at The Grove Park Inn, 290 Macon Ave. Ages 10 and up. $40.

Info and registration: (800) 232-7238.

Parenting Breastfeeding Class • TH (5/3), 4-5pm - A class on breastfeeding will be offered at Hands On!, 318 N. Main St., Hendersonville.

Info and registration: www. handsonwnc.org or 6978333.

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: 712-8439 or http://avl. mx/em.

New Baby Asheville • FRIDAYS, 10am-1pm - Get support, meet other moms, share your story, ask questions and connect with community at this free weekly meeting. Info and directions: Lisahicks1018@ gmail.com.

Performance & Film Song O' Sky Show Chorus (pd.) TUESDAYS, 6:45pm - Rehearsal at First Congregational United Church of Christ (UCC) 20 Oak Street Asheville 28801.

(Enter Fellowship Hall-lower level). Guests welcome.

Contact: www.songosky. org Toll Free # 1-866-8249547.

Art Deco Revue • SU (5/6), 8pm - Art Deco Revue, with Russ Wilson, will be held at The Grove House, 11 Grove St. 1930s vintage clothes encouraged.

$25/$20 in advance. Info: www.brownpapertickets. com/event/242411.

Asheville Community Theatre Located at 35 E. Walnut St. Tickets and info: www.ashevilletheatre.org or 254-1320.

• SA (5/5), 10am - The Bright Star Touring Theatre presents The Ugly Duckling. $5. --- 11:30am - We Can Do It: American Women in History. $5 per show.

Baroque Vibes • SU (5/6), 3pm - The Hendersonville Chamber Music Series presents Baroque Vibes, featuring works by Bach, Teleman and Alec Wilder. Held at First Congregational Church, 1735 Fifth Ave. W., Hendersonville. $17. Info: www.hendersonvillechambermusic.org or 890-4411.

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by Pan Harmonia and Echo Cooperative, will be held at Jubilee!, 46 Wall St. $15/$12 in advance. Info: www.jubileecommunity.org or 252-5335.

Blue Ridge Orchestra Info: www.blueridgeorchestra.org.

• SA (5/5), 7:30pm - The Blue Ridge Orchestra, directed by Dr. Milton Crotts, presents "For the Fun and Love of It," a pops concert featuring selections from The Phantom of the Opera and Chicago, Broadway tunes, a salute to The Beatles and more. Held at White Horse Black Mountain, 105C Montreat Road. $15. Info: www.whitehorseblackmountain.com.

Bluegrass and Country Music • 1st SATURDAYS, 6-10:30pm - The Lions Club will host a bluegrass and country music night with a raffle and cake walk. Free, but donations encouraged.

Held at 188 Erwin Hills Road. Info: 713-7509.

Dave Turner • SU (5/6), 1pm - Dave Turner (rock, acoustic) will perform at The Herren House, 94 East St., Waynesville. Free. Info: www.daveturnermusic.com.

Different Strokes!

• FRIDAYS through SUNDAYS until (5/13) Different Strokes! Performing Arts Collective will perform A Lesson Before Dying (in Black and White), the story of an "innocent young man wrongfully sentenced to the death penalty." Held at Asheville High School, 419 McDowell St. $13/$10 seniors and college students/$6 high school students. Fri., 7:30pm. Sat.Sun., 3pm & 7:30pm. Info:

www.differentstrokesavl. com.

Dinner and a Show • SA (5/5), 7:30pm - Dinner and a Show, featuring The Monitors (jazz), will be held in Caldwell Community College's J.E. Broyhill Civic Center. $12/$5 children. $12/$6 children under 12 for dinner, which begins at 6pm. Info and registration: www.broyhillcenter.com or 726-2407.

Disclaimer Underground Comedy • FRIDAYS, 8:15pm Disclaimer Underground Comedy will perform at Elaine's Piano Bar, 290 Macon Ave. Free. Info: www.ashevilledisclaimer. blogspot.com or 252-2711.

Far Away Places • SA (5/5), 7pm - Far Away Places (singer-songwriters) will perform original songs on guitar, violin and viola at Filo, 1155 Tunnel Road.

Free. Info: www.filopastries. com.

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 (5/6) - Say Goodnight Gracie will be performed at the downtown theater, 125 South Main St., Flat Rock.

Wed.-Sat., 8pm; Thurs., Sat. & Sun., 2pm. $35/$22 student.

• WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (5/20) - Our Show of Shows, based on the 1950s variety show, will be performed on the Mainstage. No show May 2. Wed.- Sat., 8pm. Wed.Sun., 2pm. $35. Info: www. flatrockplayhouse.org.

• TU (5/8) through FR (5/11), 8pm - ABBA Returns will be performed at the downtown location. $24.

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 (5/20) Long Day’s Journey Into Night by Eugene O’Neill. Fri. & Sat., 8pm; Sun., 2pm. $20/$10 under 18.

Hooterville Hoedown MiniJam • THURSDAYS, 6-9pm - This open mic is held weekly at the Opportunity House, 1411 Highway 25, Hendersonville. No jam on last Thursdays of the month.

Free. Info: hootervillehoe-

down@gmail.com or http:// avl.mx/dm.

In the Next Room • WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAY (5/9) until (6/10) - In the Next Room (or The Vibrator Play), a production about female "hysteria" in the 1800s and Dr. Givings' electric vibrating machine. $20 through May 13; prices vary for the rest of the run.

Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sat.Sun., 2pm. Info: www,. ncstage.org.

Lute Music for the Sun King • SU (5/6), 1-3pm - Will Tocaben will perform baroque lute music from the 17th and 18th centuries in the courtyard of Creperie Bouchon, 62 North Lexington Ave. Free, but donations welcome. Info: www.creperiebouchon.com or www.willslute.com.

Mama Won’t Fly • THURSDAYS through SATURDAYS until (5/11), 7:30pm - Mama Won’t Fly, an original play by Asheville-based writers, will be performed at Parkway Playhouse, 202 Green Mountain Drive, Burnsville. $20. Info: www.parkwayplayhouse.com.

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.

• THURSDAYS through SUNDAYS, (5/10) until SA (5/26), 7:30pm - The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged).

Movie Night • SATURDAYS, 6pm Hosted by Wall Street Coffee House and Emporium, 62 Wall St., featuring new releases, cult classics and old favorites. Free. Movie titles to be announced weekly at www.wallstreetcoffeehouse.webs.com.

Peter Pan • FR (5/4), 6pm & SA (5/5), 4pm - The Learning Community School presents Peter Pan at the Asheville Christian Academy, 74 Riverwood Road Swannanoa, $10/$5 children under 10. Info: www. thelearningcommunity.org or 686-3080.

Reuter Center Singers • SU (5/6), 3pm - The Reuter Center Singers will present Tell Me on a Sunday, featuring music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Held in UNCA's Reuter Center.

Free. Info: 254-4108.

St. Matthias Musical Performances Located at 1 Dundee St. (off South Charlotte). Info: 285-0033.

• SU (5/6), 3pm - The Asheville Chamber Players will perform works by Bach and Benedetto Marcello. 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.

Talking Heads • SA (5/5), 7:30pm Talking Heads, a play about a trio of characters who convey "some laughter, some reflection and a dollop of sadness," will be performed by the Arts Council of Henderson County at Fletcher Library, 2840 Hendersonville Road. $30/$25 members. Info: www.acofhc.org.

Terry Wetton • SA (5/5), 6pm - Terry Wetton (singer-songwriter) will perform as part of the Summer Music in Flat Rock series. Held on Little Rainbow Row’s back deck, Flat Rock. Free. Info: www. flatrockonline.com or 6977719.

The Marketing of Madness: Are We All Insane?

• SA (5/5), 1pm - The Marketing of Madness: Are We All Insane? will be screened at the Haywood County Library, 678 South Haywood St., Waynesville.

This documentary explores "the dangers of psychotropic drugging, the false science behind psychiatric diagnoses and the power games of psychiatry and big pharma."

Free. Info: www.cchr.org, www.haywoodlibrary.org or 452-5169.

To Kill A Mockingbird • FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS through (5/6) - To Kill A Mockingbird will be performed at Asheville Community Theatre, 35 East Walnut St. $12-$22. Fri. & Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2:30pm.

Info: www.ashevilletheatre. org.

Womansong CD Release Concert • FR (5/4) & SA (5/5), 7:30pm - "I Will Carry You, Songs of Comfort and Healing," a Womansong CD release concert, will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Asheville, One Edwin Place. $10/$15

children. Info: www.womansong.org or 686-9010.

Your Command Performance Party • SU (5/6), 4pm - The Asheville Lyric Opera Guild will host a party featuring "your favorite performers on the big screen." Enjoy free hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar, opera conversations and more. Held at Posana Cafe, 1 Biltmore Ave. $20. Info and reservations: 484-8181.

Seniors Physical Therapy Presentation • FR (5/4), 11:30am - A presentation on physical therapy will be held in UNCA's Reuter Center as part of the Fab Friday series.

Free. Info: unca.edu/ncccr or 251-6140.

Spirituality 5-Day Zen Retreat (pd.) May 4-9 At Great Tree Zen Temple, led by Rev. Teijo Munnich. $300. Begins 4 p.m. May 4, ends noon May 9. Includes sitting, walking meditation, work, interviews with teacher.

Great Tree is 15 minutes from downtown Asheville.

Register online: www.greattreetemple.org. Questions: 828-645-2085.

Asheville Compassionate Communication Center (pd.) 8 Week Course starting April 18, 6:308:30pm. Learn ways to create understanding, connection, and deeper love in your relationships by learning Compassionate Communication (Nonviolent Communication). Great for couples! 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, 7pm8:30pm: Guided meditation and discussion. • Sundays, 10am-11:30am: Seated meditation and dharma talks.

• The Women’s Wellness Center, 24 Arlington Street, Asheville. • Info/directions: (828) 808-4444. • 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.

Celebration of LIGHT (pd.) Co-creative Healing and Musical Events monthly at The Light Center, 2190 NC Highway 9,Black Mountain NC 28711.828669-6845) with minister Tim Norwood and friends.

No cost, love offering.

Looking for anyone who has an interest sharing music, singing,meditations, toning, chanting and also speakers. You are the Creators gift to yourself and the world,everyone is welcome regardless of experience.

Be part of a community event in the truest sense and feel your heart soar!

Presented monthly every 2nd Wednesday evening 7-8:30pm starting May 9th.

Please call Tim Norwood for details and volunteering at 828-318-5558 or 828-2532556. NAMASTE Mindfulness Meditation Class (pd.) Explore the miracle of healing into life through deepened stillness and presence. With consciousness teacher and columnist Bill Walz. Info: 258-3241. www. billwalz.com. Mondays, 7-8pm – Meditation class with lesson and discussions in contemporary Zen living. At the Asheville Friends Meeting House at 227 Edgewood Ave. (off Merrimon). Donation.

Ascended Master Workshop • SA (5/5), 1-5pm - A workshop based on the Ascended Master teachings of Darla Cody will be held at Crystal Visions Bookstore, 5426 Asheville Highway, Hendersonville. A personal message will be given to each participant. $25. Info: 380-9227.

Bentinho Massaro • TUESDAYS, 7-9pm - A satsang meeting with Bentinho Massaro will be held at Town and Mountain Training Center, 261 Asheland Ave. $20 suggested donation; no one turned away. Info: www. ashevillesangha.com.

Blessing of the Hands for Nurses • TH (5/3), 6pm - A Blessing of the Hands ceremony will be held at 360 N. Louisiana Ave. "All nurses are invited, as we come together to offer our hands to God for His service in healing ministry." Info: rchovey@sos-mission.org.

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• FR (5/4), 6:30pm "Wishes Fulfilled" will demonstrate how to "master five steps to achieve an extraordinary life." Held at The Creative Thought Center, 449-D Pigeon St., Waynesville. $5 donation.

Info: 246-2794.

Destiny Seminar • SATURDAYS through (5/5), 4pm - Discover your true calling based on biblical principles and dynametric programs during this fourweek course. Held at the Asheville Event Centre, 991 Sweeten Creek Road. By donation. Info and registration: www.thePathAsheville. org.

Kashmir Shaivism • THURSDAYS, 7pm Explore the nondual philosophy and practice of tantric Kashmir Shaivism with Madhyanandi. By donation.

Info and directions: madhyanandi@gmail.com.

Key to a Happier Life • SU (5/6), 11am-noon - “Singing HU, the most beautiful prayer, is a spiritual technique that you can use to keep your balance in this world. It can help you keep your perspective.” Potluck will follow. Held at Eckankar Center of Asheville, 797 Haywood Road. Info: www.

eckankar-nc.org or 2546775.

North American Lutheran Church Presentation • SU (5/6), 10am - Rev. Dr. Gemechis Desta Buba, director of Missions for the North American Lutheran Church, will speak at Trinity Lutheran Church, St. John's Marketplace, 235 St. John's Road, Fletcher. Free. Info: www.trinitylutherannc.org or 684-9770.

Nurse Christian Fellowship • 1st THURSDAYS, 6-8pm - Nurse Christian Fellowship provides a local, regional, national and international network to bring the message of Jesus Christ and a Christian worldview to nursing education and practice.

Info: rchovey@sos.spcasheville.org.

Sacred Embodiment Center Located at 41 Carolina Lane in Asheville.

• TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, noon3pm - "Come-unity Time: Food, Healing and Soul Nourishment" invites the public to bring art supplies, instruments and food donations for a meal and community gathering. $5 meal/$3 soup. Info: www. thesacredembodimentcenter.com or 216-2983.

Toning for Peace • 1st SUNDAYS, 2-3:30pm - Toning for Peace will be offered at the Sacred Embodiment Center, 41 Carolina Lane. By donation.

Info: 667-2967.

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

• SUNDAYS, 11am Spiritual celebration service.

--- 12:30-2pm - A Course in Miracles study group.

World Water Blessing Ceremony • SA (5/5), 2-4pm - A world water blessing ceremony encourages the public to bring drums, flutes and guitars to Blannerhassett Island, Marshall. Free; donations accepted. Info: www.belovedwaters.com or beloved@theawakeningsoul. com

Spoken & Written Word Battery Park Writing Group (pd.) Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.

Battery Park Book Exchange & Champagne Bar. This group meets to write together and then share in a supportive atmosphere. Free!

Contact Lisa at 691-5472

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Asheville Wordfest • WE (5/2) through SU (5/6) - Asheville Wordfest will focus on the theme of "Home: Place and Planet" at Grateful Steps Bookshop, Vanuatu Kava Bar and the Altamont Theatre. Most programs are free. Info and complete schedule: www. gratefulsteps.com/ashevillewordfest.

Buncombe County Public Libraries LIBRARY ABBREVIATIONS All programs are free unless otherwise noted. Each Library event is marked by the following location abbreviations: n EA = East Asheville Library (902 Tunnel Road, 250-4738) n FV = Fairview Library (1 Taylor Road, 250-6484) n EA = Leicester Library (1561 Alexander Road, 250-6480) n SW = Swannanoa Library (101 West Charleston Street, 2506486) n WV = Weaverville Library (41 N. Main Street, 2506482) n Library storyline: 250KIDS. • WE (5/2), 3pm - Book club: The Professor and

the Madman by Simon Winchester. WV • TH (5/3), 6:30pm - Book club: The Social Animal by David Brooks. EA • FR (5/4), 4-5:30pm Teens will produce a movie trailer for the book The Forest of Hands and Teeth

by Carrie Ryan. WV • MO (5/7) through FR (5/11) - Dollywood's Penguin Players will perform Otis by Loren Long at various libraries. Info: 250-4711.

• TU (5/8), 1pm - Book Club: The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake by Aimee Bender. LE --- 6:30pm Judith Toy will read from her book Murder as a Call to Love. SW --- 7pm - Maya 2012: Mayan calendar presentation. WV • TH (5/10), 1pm - Book club: Under the Mercy Trees

by Heather Newton. FV --- 6pm - Book club: The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickens. SW City Lights Bookstore Located at 3 E. Jackson St., Sylva. Events are free, unless otherwise noted. Info: www.citylightsnc.com or 586-9499.

• WE (5/2), 6:30pm - YA author Beth Revis will read from her new book A Million Suns.

• FR (5/4), 6:30pm - Jenny Bennett will read from her book Murder at the Jumpoff.

• SA (5/5), 2pm - Deborah Lloyd will read from her book Believe and It Is True.

Kindle Class • TH (5/3), 2pm - A class on how to use a Kindle to download library e-books will be offered at Edneyville Library, 2 Firehouse Lane, Hendersonville. Free. Info: 685-0110.

Malaprop's Bookstore and Cafe 55 Haywood St. Info: www.malaprops.com or 254-6734. Events are free, unless otherwise noted.

• SA (5/5), 3pm - MariJo Moore will offer free 10-minute spiritual consultations with the purchase of one of her books.

Open Mic • 1st WEDNESDAYS, 7pm - A spoken word open mic, hosted by Asheville Wordfest and Asheville Poetry Review, will be held at The Pulp, 103 Hilliard Ave. $10 includes membership fee. Info: www. ashevillepoetryreview.com or 225-5851.

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

Info:ww.spellboundchil-

drensbookshop.com or 232-2228.

• SU (5/6), 4-5pm - The Royal Book Club will discuss Why We Broke Up by Daniel Handler and Maira Kalman. Open to ages 18 and over.

Tales and Ales • SA (5/5), 7pm - Tales and Ales, a storytelling open mic, will be held at Anam Cara Collective, 203 Haywood Road. Beer from Asheville Brewing Company available by donation. Free.

Info: www.anamcaracollective.com.

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

• 1st & 3rd MONDAYS, 7:30-10pm - The Synergy Story Slam is an opportunity to share stories, laugh, learn and build a stronger community. Registration begins at 7pm.

Writers Guild of WNC • 2nd THURSDAYS, 1:303:30pm - The Writers Guild of WNC will meet at the Fletcher Public Library, 120 Library Road, Hendersonville. Info: WritersGuildWNC@gmail. com or 296-9983.

Sports Asheville Rowing Club (pd.) Register now for a 1.5 hour, on-the-water introduction, Saturday morning May 12 or August 25. Build strength, endurance and friendships while enjoying the outdoors on Lake Julian, Ardent. Fee $15. Come row with us! www.ashevillerowing.org Single? Play golf? (pd.) Consider American Singles Golf Association (ASGA) for fun, fellowship and fairways. Visit the Asheville Chapter of ASGA at our next monthly meeting: Travinia Italian Kitchen, Biltmore Park, 2nd Tuesdays, 5:45pm. For more info: 828-298-9790 www.asheville.singlesgolf. com Bicycle Safety Class • SU (5/6), 10am-4pm - Healthy Buncombe and Asheville Bike Ped Task Force will host "Traffic Skills 101" at 200 College St. Bring bike, helmet, water bottle and snacks. $20; scholarships available. Info and registration: BuncombeBikeEd@gmail. com.

Girls on the Run SoleMates • Girls on the Run invites girls grades 3-8 to participate in group runs and fundraising opportunities as

part of the SoleMates series.

Info: www.gotrwnc.org.

Mini Mud Run • SA (5/5), 9:30am - A Mini Mud Run, to benefit the YMCA, will depart from YMCA Youth Services Center, 201 Beaverdam Road. Run is two miles long, shorter than a typical 5K. $43. Info: tweaver@ ymcawnc.org.

Tour de Cashiers • SA (5/5), 9am - The Tour de Cashiers community bike ride will include fullcentury, metric-century and quarter-century rides.

All rides depart from the Village Green at the Cashiers Crossroads. $45. Proceeds benefit local nonprofits and community organizations.

Info and registration: www. tourdecashiers.com.

Volunteering ARTery • Asheville Area Arts Council seeks volunteers to contribute "special skills" to the ARTery's activities. Info: www.ashevillearts.com.

Buncombe County Jail • Volunteers are sought for a variety of programs with inmates from Buncombe County Jail. Must be 21 years or older. Info: 9899459.

Center for New Beginnings • The Center for New Beginnings seeks volunteers for community awareness and services for crime victims and survivors of traffic fatalities, suicides and other death-related incidents. Info: contact@centerfornb.org or 989-9306.

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 and mileage reimbursement is available.

Info: www.coabc.org or 277-8288.

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.

• Hands On! seeks volunteers for reception assistance, program facilitation and daily operations.

Helios Warriors • Helios Warriors, a holistic therapy program for veterans, seeks volunteer licensed/insured practitioners for a minimum of three

hours per month. Volunteer administrative support also needed. Tues., Thurs., Fri. or Sun. Info: www.helioswarriors.org or 299-0776.

Jewish Community Center • The Asheville Jewish Community Center seeks volunteers for party planning, receptionist duties and other projects. Info: rochelle@jcc-asheville.org or 253-0701.

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.

Our VOICE Crisis Response Training • TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS & SATURDAYS - Our VOICE seeks response advocates to answer the crisis line on evenings and weekends, providing emotional and informational support to victims of sexual violence.

Pre-training interview required. Info and application: www.ourvoicenc.org or 252-0562.

Volunteer Host Family Info Meeting • TH (5/3), 6:15pm Families interested in hosting a European student for three weeks this summer through Xplore Asheville can learn more at this free informational session at Rainbow Mountain School, 574 Haywood Road. Info: sarahtosea@gmail.com or http://avl.mx/f8.

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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WEDNESDAY, one week prior to publication.

Questions? Call (828)2511333, ext. 365

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The menu includes traditional Italian dishes with the creative flair that the Sparacino’s are well-known for. The hospitality extended by the Sparacino’s to their guests is warm and genuine.

They serve wonderful fresh pasta bowls, appetizers, rustic breads, pizzas and a wedge salad that Teresa just loves. The pizzas are a thin crust with inspired toppings. The menu includes gluten-free pasta and pizza.

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party your asana off What: A benefit for Asheville Community Yoga, presented by Asheville Affiliates.

Where: N.C. Arboretum, 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way. When: Thursday, May 3, 6-9 p.m. $30/$25 in advance.

Info at ashevillecommunityyoga.com Why: Asheville Community Yoga is a pass-the-hat kind of place. Students, seniors and bartenders alike flock to this donation-based studio. For a small contribution, everyone is welcome to learn new poses to center their body and mind, regardless of financial capacity.

Running a business without guaranteed income is tricky. But Asheville Affiliates, a nonprofit organization which began throwing “parties with a purpose” in 1999, is stepping in to help fill the gaps. Stilt walkers and acro-balancers from Clan Destiny Circus will bring a carnival feel to this Thursday's fundraiser. Fiddler Cailen Campbell will stroll through the crowd, serenading partygoers as they drink beer from Catawba Valley Brewing Company and enjoy food from Hickory Nut Gap, Zen Sushi and Roots.

Attendance is limited to 300 people and organizers predict a sold-out crowd. Asheville Community Yoga and Asheville Affiliates believe the fundraiser will net thousands of dollars, all of which goes directly to the studio. Give the gift of low-cost yoga to locals of all economic backgrounds, while partying down with some of the region's most enthusiastic practitioners.

benefitscalendar Calendar for May 2 - 10, 2012 A Tribute to Motown • SA (5/5), 7:30pm - A Tribute to Motown, to benefit scholarships for UNCA student athletes , will feature performances by Benny Anderson's Drifters, Robert Lee Smith and His Original Tams and Katt Williams. $40 advance/$50 doors/$100 VIP. Info: http://avl.mx/ f5 or 251-6904.

Artful Bra • SA (5/5), 6-9pm - An Artful Bra party, to benefit Ladies Night Out's free mammogram program for uninsured women , will be held at Kitsch Fabrics, 742 Haywood Road. $1 per vote. Info and online voting: www.kitschfabrics.com.

Asheville Area Piano Forum • SU (5/6), 3-5pm - The seventh annual Spring Benefit Concert, to benefit AAPF charitable and educational activities , will feature works by Bach-Busoni, Brahms, Chopin, Schubert and Shirley, performed by AAPF pianists. $20/$3 students/12 and under free. Info: www.aapf.ws.

Bark For Life • SA (5/5), 9am-noon - Bark For Life, to benefit the American Cancer Society , will feature a noncompetitive walk for dogs and their owners, along with games and demonstrations. $25 per dog/$20 in advance. Info: www.carolinamountaindog.com or 2437819.

BBQ Fundraiser • FR (5/4), 10am-5pm - A BBQ fundraiser, to benefit the Waynesville Kodokan Judo Club , will be held at Waynesville Recreation Center, 550 Vance St. $8 per plate. Info: 506-0327.

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Billy Jonas Concert • SU (5/6), 7pm - Billy Jonas will perform music for kids and adults, to benefit YouTheatre , at Flat Rock Playhouse, 2661 Greenville Highway. Dinner, silent auction and ice cream social begin at 5:30pm. $25/$15 students. Info: www.ytrocks.com or 6930731.

Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy 5K • SU (5/6), 2pm - A difficult 5K trail race, to benefit Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy and Park Ridge Health , will climb to the summit of Bearwallow Mountain. The Honey and Hops Festival, featuring music, honey, beer and food will begin at 1:30pm. $30 for race. Info and location: info@carolinamountain.org or 697-5777.

Dash With Mom 5K and Fun Run • SA (5/5), 9am - Dash With Mom 5K and Fun Run, to benefit Brevard Academy School , will feature cash prizes. $35 mother and child/$25 individuals/$10 Fun Run. Info and registration: www.brevard.teamcfa.org or brevardacademypto@hotmail.com.

Fixing to Tell About Jack • SA (5/5), 3pm - "Fixing to Tell About Jack," a benefit for the Ray and Rosa Hicks Fund , will feature Sheila Kay Adams, Gwenda Ledbetter, Vixi Jil Glen and Ted Hicks. Held at the Altamont Theatre, 18 Church St. $10. Info: www.rayhicks.com or 450-3109.

Friends of Black Mountain Library • SU (5/6), 4-5:30pm - A dinner to benefit the Friends of Black Mountain Library will be held at Black Bird restaurant, 10 East Market St., Black Mountain. $20/$15 members. Info: ldueker@charter.net or 250-4756.

Mountain Sun Spring Fling • SA (5/5), 6-10pm - Join the Brevard Music Center for an evening of zydeco music by Bayou Diesel, Cajun food by Hob Nob

Restaurant, a silent auction and a raffle. Proceeds benefit Mountain Sun Community School . $35. Info and tickets: http://avl.mx/f4.

Spay-ghetti and No Balls Dinner • TU (5/8), 5:30-8:30pm - The Spay-ghetti and No Balls Dinner, to benefit Brother Wolf Animal Rescue , will be held at Mayfel's Restaurant, 22 College St. $17/$10 children ages 5-13/children under 5 free. Info: www.bwar.org or 505-3440.

Spring Fashion Show • SA (5/5), 2pm - A spring fashion show, to benefit Black Mountain Center for the Arts , will feature live music and clothes from local shops. Held at Palate Restaurant, Monte Vista Hotel, 308 West State St., Black Mountain. $25. Info: 669-0930.

Tim Tebow Leadercast • FR (5/4), 9am-4:30pm - NFL quarterback Tim Tebow will present Chick-fil-A Leadercast, a simulcast workshop to benefit Eblen Charities . Held at Biltmore Baptist Church, 35 Clayton Road, Arden.

Lunch provided. $50. Info: www.leadercastavl.com or 242-2848.

Zumba Fundraiser • SA (5/5), 10:30am - The Rush, 1056 Patton Ave., will host a zumba fundraiser to benefit the American Cancer Society's Bark for Life of Asheville . $5 suggested donation. Info: www.avl.mx/lovf or 274-7874.

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Sitting on the couch in her Fairview home, Bonnie Gundlach points to the scar below her left knee where a surgeon removed a malignant melanoma in the late 1980s.

“It was just a new brown spot on my leg; it was pretty innocuous,” Gundlach says, taking a sip of coffee. “It looked like nothing. It wasn’t your usual ugly brown mole, it didn’t have scalloped edges and it wasn’t raised.”

Gundlach believes excessive sun exposure as a teenager and college student in south Florida caused her melanoma. Even though she has never used a tanning bed, she tries to educate others about tanning beds and safe sun exposure.

“Don’t expose yourself to the dangers of skin cancer by using tanning beds.

It’s not worth it. The trade-off to have a tan and to lose your life,” Gundlach says, holding her hands as if to weigh the two, “is definitely not worth it.

Malignant melanomas are nasty when they metastasize. They can get into your organs, including your liver and brain, and at that point you’re doomed.

And they can recur.”

A melanoma diagnosis at the age of 34 changed Gundlach’s life forever. She must wear sunblock when she goes outside, even to garden, and she can’t go to the beach without heavy-duty sunblock, as she calls it.

Gundlach hopes teens will think about the long-term effects tanning has on their bodies.

Meanwhile, a state legislative study commission has gone a step further to try to lower the number of skin-cancer diagnoses. The North Carolina Child Fatality Task Force voted April 16 to ask the legislature to ban anyone younger than 18 from using tanning beds.

Currently, children 13 and younger are prohibited from using tanning beds unless they have a doctor’s prescription.

“I’m really happy they decided to approve it. It was the right thing to do,” says Patricia Bossert, Western North Carolina grassroots manager for the American Cancer Society.

With an estimated 2,360 new cases of melanoma in North Carolina this year, according to ACS, Buncombe County cancer-awareness advocates are educating community members about the potential law change and why they feel it’s important.

Lowering the age a person can legally use a tanning bed will lower the rates of skin cancer, Bossert says, because tanning-bed use leads to a 75-percent increase in the risk of melanoma.

“Melanoma is the most common form of skin cancer for young adults ages 25 to 29 and the second most common form of skin cancer for adolescents ages 15 to 29,” Bossert says. “Teenagers who use tanning beds are more likely to get melanoma. North Carolina already has laws in place to protect children’s health for tobacco, alcohol and some over-the-counter medications, but we don’t have anything to protect teens from tanning beds that lead to skin cancer.”

Bossert says she sees an increase in tanning-bed use in the spring, when teens are concerned about their pale skin and the thought of upcoming proms and vacations.

“People think tan is beautiful,” the 10-year ACS employee says. “I know when I was a teen I didn’t realize (the long-term effects) at all; we used to call it safe sun because we thought it was much better than being out in the sun.

Now we know it’s not. I don’t think teens have any concept of many things that might hurt them, such as tobacco and alcohol, but especially tanning beds.

It would seem, if you were a teenager, hard to believe that something so bad for you would be legal for anyone to walk in and use.”

For teens who feel the need to have tan skin, Bossert suggests spray-on tans as a safe alternative.

Even though the proposed law change has gained support, ACS now has to educate legislators on the importance of changing the tanning-bed law, Bossert explains. The General Assembly’s short session begins May 16.

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everything (protected) under the sun: Bonnie Gundlach, an advocate for cancer education and awareness, stands in her Fairview home.

Photo by Hali Ledford

“It seems to be a no-brainer to me and to many people who are working on the issue. We may get it started this year, but it’s probably going to be 2013 before we get something major passed, if we do at all,” Bossert says.

“I’m very happy, but we’ve got a long ways to go.”

In her fourth year as an ACS volunteer, Gundlach, who also received a breast-cancer diagnosis in 2008, continues to promote cancer prevention by sharing her story of survival. She believes education and awareness are two of the most important factors in helping teens see tanning is a problem.

“If my adventure and my experience can help one person, then it’s worth it. I never thought it could happen to me, and I was wrong,” Gundlach says. “We need to do everything we can to help ourselves. Do good things for yourself and your body and avoid what you’re not supposed to do.”

Gundlach advises teens to “think about the repercussions and know that you won’t be unscathed.” X Hali Ledford will graduate from UNCA in May with a mass communication degree.

wellnesscalendar Calendar for May 2 - 10, 2012

Wellness Acceptance & Boundaries: The Keys to Loving Someone Difficult (pd.) Do you care deeply for someone who is hard to love? Call M. Wheeler, Counselor, 90- minute session for $50. 828-215-6653.

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. Free Introductory Class: Thursday, 6:30pm, 165 E. Chestnut • Topics: How meditation techniques differ • What health researchers say • (828) 254-4350. www.MeditationAsheville.org Healing Through Hypnosis (pd.) New Beginnings Hypnosis, has just opened its doors and welcomes you to explore your subconscious mind.

Heal old habits, physical issues, emotional issues or travel to a past life. http://www.hypnotherapyasheville-newbeginnings.com, 828-489-2102.

The REAL Center (pd.) Offers life-changing classes in Relationship & Intimacy skills, Nonviolent Communication (NVC), Radical Honesty, and Somatic Awareness. Held in Asheville with Steve Torma, 828-254-5613, www.theREALcenter.org Arthritis Management Programs • TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 2-3pm - A Tai Chi program for those with arthritis will be offered at Waynesville Recreation Center, 550 Vance St. Free with regular admission. Info: recprograms@townofwaynesville.org or 456-2030.

• 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 456-2030.

• TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS & SATURDAYS, 9am-10am 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.

Avoiding Back Surgery • TH (5/3), 5:15-6pm - A presentation on how to avoid back and spine surgery through advancing technologies will be offered at Fairview Chiropractic Center, 2 Fairview Hills Drive. Free. Info and registration: 628-7800.

Carpal Tunnel Screenings • MO (5/7), 1-4pm - MedWest-Franklin Rehabilitation Services will host carpal tunnel screenings at 55 Holly Springs Park Drive, Franklin. Free. Info and registration: 349-5027.

Chronic Disease Management • WEDNESDAYS, noon - Take charge of your health with this six-week workshop for those with chronic health conditions and their caregivers. Held at Health Adventure in the Biltmore Square Mall, 800 Brevard Road, Suite 620. $30 for series; scholarships available. Registration required: 251-7438.

• SATURDAYS, 4pm -An additional six-week workshop will be held at Bethel Seventh Day Adventist Church, 238 S. French Broad Ave. Registration required: 251-7438.

Events at Jubilee!

Located at 46 Wall St. Info: www.jubileecommunity.org or 252-5335.

• TUESDAYS through (5/8), 7-8pm - Qi Gong. $12.

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 (5/3), 10:30am - Breast self-examination education class for women.

• MO (5/7), 11am-12:30pm - "Good News About Hip and Knee Pain," with Duane Young, licensed physical therapist.

• TH (5/10), 3-4:30pm - "Balance and fall prevention."

Free Health Consultations • TUESDAYS, 1-6pm - The Faith Community Nurse will be at SOS Anglican Mission, 370 N. Louisiana Ave., Suite C-1, to discuss health concerns, assist with resources, provide free blood pressure screenings, pray with the public or "just spend time together." Coffee and refreshments provided. Info: 768-0199.

Hearing Screening • WE (5/2), 9:30am-noon - Hearing screenings will be offered at Carver Community Center, 101 Carver Ave., Black Mountain. Free. Info: 669-8610.

Living Healthy: Chronic Disease Self Management • TUESDAYS through (6/12), 2pm - Sick and Tired of being sick and tired? Take charge of your health with this six-week workshop for those with chronic health conditions and their caregivers. Held at Ardenwoods Retirement Community, 2400 Appalachian Blvd., Arden. $30 for series; scholarships available. Registration required: 2517438.

Non-Surgical Weight Management Info Session • 1st WEDNESDAYS, 11am-noon & 3rd THURSDAYS, 6:45-7:45pm - A non-surgical info session will be held at Mission Weight Management Center, 2 Medical Park Drive, Suite 102. Info: www.missionmd.org/weightmanagement or 213-4100.

Restore Your Core • TH (5/10), 5:15pm - Learn five exercises to strengthen your core, flatten your stomach and prevent back problems before they start. Taught by Dr. Edward Reilly at Fairview Chiropractic Center, 2 Fairview Hills Drive. Free.

Info and reservations: 628-7800.

The Promise of Mind-Body Medicine • SU (5/6), 4pm - Join Saybrook University for a presentation on the promise of mind-body medicine and how it will impact the future of healthcare. With Donald Moss, chair of the College of Mind-Body Medicine. Held at the Doubletree Hotel, 115 Hendersonville Road. Info and RSVP: http://avl.mx/f6.

The Red Cross 100 Edgewood Road. Info: www.redcrosswnc.org or 2583888. Appointment and ID required for blood drives.

• SU (5/6), 2-6:30pm - Blood drive: Trinity Of Fairview, 276 Concord Road, Fletcher. Info: 231-5843.

• TH (5/10), 11am-3:30pm - Blood drive: Black Mountain Fire Department, 106 Montreat Road. Info: 713-0758.

Vinyasa Flow Yoga Classes • MONDAYS, 11:45pm & WEDNESDAYS, 9am - Vinyasa flow yoga will be offered at the Jewish Community Center, 236 Charlotte St. $15 for 90 min./$12 for 60 min. Info: www.jcc-asheville.org.

Yoga Basics • THURSDAYS, 6:30pm - A basic yoga class will be held at Happy Body, 1378 Hendersonville Road. $12. Info: www.ashevillehappybody.com or 277-5741.

Yoga for Cancer Survivors • THURSDAYS, 3:45pm - This class incorporates a series of poses that will increase flexibility, bring healing energy to the areas that need it most, calm the nervous system and relax the mind and body. Presented by Saraswati

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Leah McGrath, RD, LDN While we are just beginning to see local Corporate Dietitian, produce at Ingles; there are some local Ingles Markets products and vendors that are featured all year

long in our stores. Here are just a few of them:

•Shelton Family Farm www.sheltonfamilyfarm.com Their farm in Whittier, NC supplies the majority of Ingles stores all year long with hydroponic fresh lettuce.

•Annie’s Breads

(Formerly Annie’s Bakery)

www.facebook.com/AnniesBreads Located in West Asheville you can find their breads and rolls in about 30 Ingles stores.

•City Bakery of Asheville (Now Waynesville as well)

Woods’ bars don’t contain any artificial ingredients or high fructose corn syrup.

•New Sprout Farms

www.newsproutfarms.com This organic produce farm in Swannanoa grows sweet potatoes, chard, squash and other vegetables for Ingles.

•Sunny Creek Farm in Tryon, NC www.sunnycreekfarm.com

Grows sprouts that can be found in almost all Ingles stores.

•Sunburst Trout from Canton, NC

www.citybakery.net

Supplies four Ingles stores with breads.

•Zuma Cookie from Marshall, NC

Drops off their packaged deliciously decadent chocolate cookies and their “take and bake” frozen version of the cookies to eight Ingles stores in Western, NC

•Do More Bars

stores.domorebars.com/StoreFront.bok This woman-owned business from Pisgah Forest, NC makes wonderful gluten-free snack bars. Similar to that childhood favorite, rice krispy treats, Tammy

www.sunbursttrout.com

You’ll find their trout products in four Western NC stores.

•Rosetta’s Kitchen rosettaskitchen.com

You’ll find Rosetta’s famous veggie burgers (frozen) in three Asheville area Ingles stores.

•Van Wingerden International

Mills River, NC www.natures-heritage.com

This family owned plant and flower business supplies Ingles stores and garden centers with bedding plants, flowering plants, hanging baskets, shrubs and trees.

Leah McGrath: Follow me on Twitter www.twitter.com/InglesDietitian Work: 800-334-4936

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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 800-286-1326.

• 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.

• THURSDAYS, 7pm - "Parents of Children with Alcoholism," West Asheville Presbyterian Church, 690 Haywood Road. --- 7pm - Pinecrest Presbyterian Church, 1790 Greenville Highway at North Highland Lake Road, Flat Rock. --- 8pm - Fletcher United Methodist Church, 50 Library St., Fletcher.

• 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," Cathedral of All Souls, 9 Swan St. • SATURDAYS, 10am - "One Day at a Time," First Baptist Church, Buncombe and 5th Avenues, Hendersonville.

--- 10am - "Grace Fireside," Grace Episcopal Church, 871 Merrimon Ave. --- 10am - "Saturday Serenity," St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, Charlotte Street at Macon Avenue.

--- noon - "Courage to Change," Bess Sprinkle Memorial Library, Weaverville.

• 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 6:15-6:45pm 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.

• TUESDAYS, 4pm - Grace Church, 242 Highway 107 N., Cashiers. --- 5:30pm - "Steps to Recovery," Kenilworth Presbyterian Church, 123 Kenilworth Road. --- 7pm "One Day at a Time," First Congregational UCC, 20 Oak St.

--- 8pm - Transylvania men's meeting, Brevard-Davidson River Presbyterian Church, 249 E. Main St. Brainstormers • 1st & 3rd WEDNESDAYS, 6pm - Join this survivor-led support group for brain injury/concussion sufferers and their allies. Meetings consist of sharing, listening and reflection. Held at Trinity UM Church, 587 Haywood Road.

Info: 254-0507 or puffer61@gmail.com.

Brevard-Hendersonville Parkinson's Support Group • 2nd TUESDAYS, 10am - The Brevard-Hendersonville Parkinson's Support Group will meet at Brevard-Davidson River Presbyterian Church, 249 East Main St., Brevard.

Info: 862-8820.

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. Donations accepted. Info: (770) 846-0651.

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

• WEDNESDAYS, 7pm - First Congregational UCC, 20 Oak St. Info: 367-0157.

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

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.

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

Grief Share • SUNDAYS, 2pm - A grief recovery support group will meet at Living Hope Community Church, 697 Haywood Road. Info: 450-7575.

Grief Support Groups • CarePartners' bereavement support services are available to anyone who has suffered a loss through death.

Weekly grief support groups, a relaxation group, a Grief Choir, Yoga for Grievers and one-on-one counseling available. Donations accepted. Info: kcaldwell@carepartners. org or 251-0126.

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

MemoryCaregivers Network • WEEKLY - MemoryCaregivers Network support groups are free and open to anyone caring for a person with memory loss. Groups meet at a variety of locations and times. Info: 230-4143 or network@memorycare.org.

Mission Weight Management Surgical Support Group • 1st & 3rd WEDNESDAYS, 6-7:30pm; 4th FRIDAYS, 10-11:30am - A weight management surgical support group will meet at Mission Weight Management Center, 2 Medical Park Drive, Suite 102. Info: www.missionmd.org/ weightmanagement or 213-4100.

NAMI Family-to-Family • TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS through (5/24), 6-8:30pm - A 12-week class for caregivers and family members of those with mental illness. Free. Registration and location: rohaus@charter.net or 299-9596.

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 505-7353.

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

wellnesscontinued and family/caregiver support group. Meetings held separately.

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

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

Overcomers Recovery Support Group A Christian-based, 12-step recovery program. Provides a spiritual plan of recovery for people struggling with lifecontrolling problems. Meetings are held at S.O.S. Anglican Mission, 370 N. Louisiana Ave., Suite C-1. All are welcome. Info: rchovey@sos.spc-asheville.org or 575-2003.

• MONDAYS, 6pm - A support group for men and women.

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

• THURSDAYS, 6:30pm - Hendersonville: O.A. Step Study group, Cox House, 723 N. Grove St. Info: 329-1637.

• THURSDAYS, noon - Asheville: Biltmore United Methodist Church, 376 Hendersonville Road. Info: 2771975.

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

• MONDAYS, 6pm - Asheville: First Congregational UCC, 20 Oak St. Info: 252-4828.

• MONDAYS, 6:30pm - Hendersonville: Balfour United Methodist Church, 2567 Asheville Highway. Info: 800580-4761.

• TUESDAYS, 10:30am-noon - Asheville: Grace Episcopal Church, 871 Merrimon Ave. at Ottari. Info: 626-2572.

Single Parenting • SUNDAYS, 4pm - "Single and Parenting" support group features guest experts on a variety of topics. Held at Living Hope Community Church, 697 Haywood Road. Free. Info: livinghopeasheville@gmail.com or 450-7575.

The Compassionate Friends • 1st MONDAYS, 7-8:30pm - The local chapter of an international support group for parents grieving the loss of a child. Meets at Arden Presbyterian Church, 2215 Hendersonville Road. Info: 693-4061.

WNC Cesarean Community • 1st MONDAYS - A safe forum for women and families to share their Cesarean birth stories and support others in the community with similar experiences. Meets from 10am-noon at 4th Trimester Family Center, 65 Hill St., and from 6-8pm at Spa Materna, 640 Merrimon Ave. Info: laurenhickman@live.com.

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: http://slaafws.org or womenofcourageslaa@yahoo.com.

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food

the main dish

more than meatloaf

knife & fork Gets creative in front of a neWly devout audience

by mackensy lunsford

OFFICIAL 2012

WORDFEST VENUE Opening Event: Wed. May 2 • 9pm Poetry Open Mic Hosted by Caleb Beissert

Thur. May 3 • 7pm Featured readers/performers: Barbie Angell, Ten Cent Poetry, Jonathan Santos and more...

15 Eagle St. • 505-8118 www.vanuatukavabar.com

It’s early Sunday morning, and a train, laden with coal, pulls slowly past Knife & Fork restaurant in Spruce Pine, N.C., following the banks of the glistening Toe River. In the kitchen, Nate Allen is punching a biscuit cutter into the dimpled surface of a thick sheet of dough with one hand while answering the phone with another. The previous Saturday night's service was so busy that Allen spent the night in the restaurant on an army cot. Despite this, Allen declares Saturday dinner "triumphant. Balanced and nice. Crazy, but a joy to do."

His wife, Wendy Gardner, readies the front of the house, buzzing around the 35-seat dining room, her shock of red curls bouncing while she polishes the floor.

Allen playfully describes Spruce Pine as being "in the middle of nowhere." With a population of about 2,000, it's still the largest town in Mitchell County. Hemmed in by the river and the mountains, Spruce Pine once relied chiefly on mineral resources and railways (and mills and factories after that) to bolster the local economy. As with many small towns, that sort of industry has mostly dried up. Spruce Pine now works to capitalize on a different area resource: the natural beauty of the region and the talents of its residents.

Up until recently, Mitchell County and neighboring Yancey were both dry. The changing of the liquor laws, locals like to point out, marks a slow thaw for Spruce Pine's economy. Taverns and wine shops are slowly emerging, along with a handful of restaurants — Dry County Brewery

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field and stream: Chef Nate Allen samples local goods. Right, a trout cheek dish with local cucumbers and creme fraiche. Left photo by Robin Dreyer

and Pizza, El Ranchero restaurant and the Tin Lizard Pub among them.

And, three years ago, Spruce Pine saw the opening of the devoutly local, reverently seasonal Knife & Fork. The area has also seen a slow blossoming of craft shops, art galleries and studios. "A few gems that make it worthwhile to visit here," Allen says. "That's what we wanted to help create and that's what I think is really happening."

The influx of restaurants in response to the relaxed laws makes sense; drink sales help to pad the bottom line. It helps enable Knife & Fork to offer quality proteins and the gorgeous flowers, shoots and other early-spring goods that Allen culls from the local farms and forests. Still, the wines on Knife & Fork's small-but-mighty list remain reasonably priced.

Allen leans on his own skills to keep the food affordable, too. "Some of those prices are damn near a giveaway," he says. "Some dishes I'm basically taking a hit on, and some dishes I'm trying to make up for it by doing things that I love, like charcuterie." The restaurant procures whole animals, like the rabbits whose various parts turn up in a dish of fried livers served with wild Indian cucumber root and hot-pepper butter and again

as rillettes and yet again in a braised-leg dish.

Well done Allen's route to Spruce Pine was a circuitous one. His father worked with the department of defense, moving his family from the D.C. area to Brevard, to Denver, Colo., then to Annapolis, Md. Allen attended Johnson & Wales culinary school in Providence, R.I., embarked on an internship in the Virgin Islands, worked under James Beard Award-nominated chef Suzanne Goin in Los Angeles, then moved back to North Carolina, landing in Spruce Pine. Allen's wife was raised in Burnsville, 14 miles due east. "And my parents, after all of their moving around, relocated to Tryon," he says. "We just thought it would be a good place for us to be around our parents and fill a hole that definitely needs to be filled."

The restaurant opened in July of 2009, and, by the winter, things looked bleak. "January and February of 2010 were very painful," Allen says.

"There was a lot of setting up to feed whoever you had to be ready for — 30 or 40 people or something — and then feeding two. Sitting in the window with Wendy, reading and drinking wine, and wondering if we'd make it through the

winter," he says. "We also opened up in the worst time financially to open a restaurant, so that was its own kind of stupid. But we just really wanted to do it."

Even when the weather warmed, the locals weren't necessarily convinced. The reviews on Yelp and TripAdvisor were "funny," Allen says.

Some found the restaurant's effort to serve local and seasonal foods in a casual fine-dining atmosphere pretentious, or the prices too high.

"It was a lot of people coming in, looking at the menu, looking around and walking out," he says.

"There's certainly a local contingent that was not at all interested in embracing the weirdos from California who were probably serving a bunch of weird vegetarian food for too much money. We've won over a lot of those people. I've done a lot of hand-holding and a lot of well-done steaks to get to the point where people would trust me, and people would come here for the food and for the interesting things that are available through wild foraging."

cheeks and cracklins The food traditions of Spruce Pine were always on Allen's side. The historic center of the town was an old inn and tavern — travelers were told to look for the old spruce pine near the English Inn to mark the place to rest, eat and drink.

Appalachian food history informs Knife & Fork’s menu as much as Allen's travels and frequent relocations. Picture biscuit crumbs in slowcooked greens, lilac-mustard flowers on a dish of smoked trout cheek or cracklins served with crisp early-spring shoots. The local contingent of growers and gatherers influence his food more than any trend.

"We do so much work here sourcing — I'm more of a ‘sourcer’ than a chef," Allen says. "I just love developing relationships with growers, getting to know them like friends and then finding the best thing I can at the appropriate time and letting it be the star."

On his spring menu, shoots of Solomon's seal, a native-foraged medicinal plant, cradle slices of young-goat loin. An appetizer of sautéed local ramps (one of Allen's employees is a ramp-hunting expert) and crispy potatoes is splashed with malt vinegar, a nostalgic nod to the boardwalk fries Allen used to fish out of vinegar-soaked paper cups in Annapolis. Braised rabbit is served with red quinoa, garnished with cracklins and hosta shoots, another nod to the Appalachian history of enthusiastic spring foraging.

"What spring has been about in this area for so long is that people have eaten salt pork and some canned goods and nothing green throughout the entire winter, especially if it was a hard winter," Allen says. "Then things start coming out of the ground and people are just going to go pick some stuff and make a salad because their bodies are screaming for it."

In keeping with the season, Knife & Fork's current menu is bright and light. Though there are flashes of decadence — local cheese and butter here and there — for his part, Allen likes to avoid what he calls the "Emeril-ization" of the kitchen.

"You know, 'I'm gonna put more fat in it — bam!'" he laughs. Much of the flavor in the food comes from manipulating ingredients — the char on vegetables added to a side of farro with spiced pumpkin seeds, roasted low to achieve a mild

nutty flavor with no bitterness.

When Allen uses a well-worn cliché — that he's trying to let the ingredients speak for themselves — it's refreshingly sincere.

eat, drink, be merry Knife & Fork continues to find its rhythm, bolstered by recent press. Cooking Light Magazine named Allen the best small-town chef in America in 2011. Later that year, Garden & Gun praised a summery version of that braised rabbit leg with red quinoa as one of the top 50 Southern dishes in the country. And, in a culinary version of David and Goliath, 2011 also saw the tiny Knife & Fork beat out the Bistro on the Biltmore Estate in the finale of the WNC Chefs Challenges. After learning of his victory, Allen, grinning wildly, flipped a plastic table, jumped on it, and thrust his fists into the air. It was a display that was hard to ignore.

"You have to figure out how to blow yourself up a bit," Allen says.

"The last half of last year, after we had made it to the finals of the Chefs Challenges, we started getting people in here to really eat, drink and be merry," Allen says.

"And he got the opportunity to start making stuff that we might not have gotten away with before," Gardner adds. "But he had to do a lot of meatloaf first."

"Meatloaf makes me so mad," Allen says.

Now the restaurant is breaking records before tourist season even arrives. A recent Saturday dinner service saw about 90 people served in just a handful of hours from Knife & Fork's postagestamp sized kitchen. "It's been nuts," Allen says.

"But I'm loving the momentum we've hit, the staff that we have right now and the purveyors that we've got. At almost three years in, I can feel the culmination of the work Wendy and I have put in.

It's been crazy, nonstop, spend-the-night-here-ona-cot kind of work, but it's really paying off."

Allen and Gardner are literally invested in the future of the town and they hope to continue growing with it, even if it means not making it home some nights.

"The most gratifying thing is being recognized for what we were hoping to instill in the area, which was a revitalization of a community that had been really faltering economically ever since they began shutting down plants in the area.

Bringing back a new kind of tourism-based economy, where people are coming to this area for the craft culture, for the food, for the festivals and for the Blue Ridge Parkway and all of that kind of stuff, and kind of helping to lend to the vitality of that."

And though Allen may like to joke that Spruce Pine is the middle of nowhere, it's in some ways the very source of our local foodways.

"The agriculture here is supplying Asheville and the high country with the majority of its goods," Allen says. "Half of the people at the tailgate markets on Charlotte Street are from up in this area." Across the street, another train is pulling slowly up the riverbank. Allen is a train fanatic.

"I've got everything I need right here," he says.

Knife & Fork is located at 61 Locust St., Spruce Pine. For more information, visit knifeandforknc. com. Call 765-1511 for reservations. X

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The Biltmore is making notable culinary changes. As you may recall, Damien Cavicchi, former chef/owner of Sugo, is now the executive chef at Biltmore, overseeing all of the restaurants there. Also, the estate will be opening the Biltmore Coffee Company at 1 N. Pack Square in the next few months, which will serve a continental-style breakfast as well as lunch.

And the Bistro has recruited Bill Klein, former executive chef of Fig in Biltmore Village. (Fig is alive and well, by the way. You can learn more about the restaurant at figbistro.com.)

Klein brings an impressive pedigree. A graduate of the New England Culinary Institute in Vermont, Klein spent a year studying and working in France before joining the team that opened Restaurant Gary Danko in San Francisco. That year, the restaurant won the James Beard Award for “Best New Restaurant in the U.S.” as well as five Mobil stars. Klein also worked with chef Ron Siegel at Masa's. During his tenure there, the restaurant was rated among the top three restaurants in the San Franscisco. Klein has also helped renowned chef Hugh Acheson prepare a James Beard dinner and appeared in Continental, Nation’s Restaurant News and Outside Magazine.

The Bistro boasts its own produce garden and estate-raised meats, and its focus on seasonally driven French cuisine fits with Klein's style. "It will be very similar to how I operated [at Fig]," Klein says. "I'm just focusing on seasonal ingredients and trying to highlight those when they're at their peak."

Klein now manages a staff twice the size as his previous charge, handling approximately 225 covers for dinner. It’s a bit of a change from Fig, which maxes out at 60 seats with the patio open. "With that volume, it allows us to do the things that we want to do," Klein says.

The Bistro is still inaccessible without an admission ticket to the Biltmore Estate, Klein says. A 12-month pass is $130, he points out, which includes access to the grounds and buildings on the Estate whenever it's open.

"Unfortunately not everyone can venture into the Estate to see me,” he acknowledges. “But I’m working hard to provide a quality product here." For more information, visit biltmore.com.

It's a wide-ranging strategy, covering a number of areas — but policies addressing food work best that way, Smith says.

"Only a systemic view can lead Asheville to a more food-secure future," he wrote in the document he presented to Council.

The A-B FPC is moving forward.

"Council unanimously agreed that this is a direction that we should be going," Smith says.

What's next? The Sustainable Advisory Committee on Energy and the Environment, an Asheville City group that handles various environmental initiatives, will meet with the council to help them refine their policies. After that, the agenda will return to City Council boasting a set of more detailed goals.

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"I'm gratified to have so many community members on board with this," Smith says. "It's their commitment and dedication that's making it happen."

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Though Asheville is often touted as a foodtopia, recent reports have suggested that the real picture of food security in our area might not be so rosy.

Numerous “food deserts” do exist in our region (though City Council has worked to change that by allowing produce stands and other fresh-food vendors to operate in residential areas).

On April 24, another potential pathway to solving food security issues was brought before Asheville City Council. Asheville City Council member Gordon Smith presented a list of initiatives that the fledgling AshevilleBuncombe Food Policy Council has been working to develop.

Smith has helped spearhead the creation of the council, a group that seeks to address food insecurity by concentrating local resources. In a town full of activists, farmers, sustainable-agriculture advocates and organizations like Bountiful Cities, MANNA FoodBank, ASAP and Slow Food, some of our best resources may be human.

"By all of these organizations coming together over a common mission, we can organize our strategies so they're going to be complimentary and we can form a comprehensive community strategy that is going to be able to get us to the goal," says Smith. "If we have 10 different goals, we could easily end up achieving none of them. By coming together to have this chief goal of food security — that is going to reduce hunger, alleviate poverty, improve public health and expand local commerce and create a more sustainable food system — by having all of those players on board, we're more likely to get there faster."

Some of the strategies the A-B FPC have outlined include considering our current land-use. The council says that the city could offer more areas to grow food if more community gardens were allowed in public parks. Also, zoning policies could be reworked to encourage urban agriculture. Other initiatives include encouraging neighborhoods to have plans in place in case of food emergencies such as natural disasters.

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more recent openings pasta fasta, a restaurant opened

by Tony Sparacino that specializes in freshly made pasta and handtossed pizzas, has opened at 807 Patton Ave. in the former Nona Mia location (Nona Mia is now located at 1050 Haywood Road). Pizzas range from a basic marinarasauced pie with olive oil and fresh oregano to a spinach and artichoke variety with roasted romas, dill, goat cheese and Parmesan. The restaurant also offers paninis, Italian subs and salads. Entree prices range from $9 to $15. For more information, call 505-8288.

leap frog: Vijay Shastri and Holly McFarling (pictured with sous chef Gustavo Villota) opened Mr. Frog’s on Market Street in late April.

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Also, mamacita’s baja kitchen has opened next to Mamacitas at 77 Biltmore Ave. The restaurant offers Baja-style classics like sopes, tamales and empanadas, as well as a couple of ceviche dishes, including a Peruvian-style wild shrimp variety spiked with hot Peruvian chilies. Enchilada fillings run the gamut from seasonal vegetable to lobster. For more information, visit mamacitasgrill.com or call 255-8080.

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Vijay Shastri's new restaurant, Mr. Frog's Creole and Soul Kitchen, is now open at 42 Market St. The restaurant serves Creole classics that have been hard to come by in the area — at least since Twin Cousin's Kitchen closed.

The Southern-soul side of the menu includes pulled pork ($8), fried white fish ($9), chicken and dumplings ($6.50) and buttermilk-fried chicken ($7.50). Sides include mac and cheese, collards, corn on the cob — that sort of thing.

We're particularly enamored of the New Orleans-style Creole dishes. Think gumbo with a deeply layered heat and good depth of flavor from a nutty, dark roux, bone-in chicken and North Carolina-made andouille. Order it filled with large, fresh shrimp for a few dollars more. Think properly dark, thick and spicy crawfish étouffée, slow-roasted boneless short ribs (14 hours slow) wrapped in bacon and served in a flavorful herbed gravy ("That's my 'meatloaf,'" says Shastri).

That low-country classic, shrimp and grits, is served with a sprouted-corn style of grits that offer a rich, sweet-corn flavor that really sings when mixed with a dairy. It's a solidly rich, old-school version.

The oxtails are great, too, served in an herb-enhanced jus with Shastri's version of mashed potatoes (which he calls “wonder taters”), enhanced with parsnips and cauliflower for a fluffier texture and deeper flavor (it’s likely that the oxtail dish will change from day to day). It’s scattered with fried okra, extra-crispy from the cornmeal mixture that Shastri uses for breading. He mixes coarse-ground meal with a small portion of white-corn grits for a coating that holds its crispness, even when floating in an oxtail jus. Fried green tomatoes benefit from the same coating.

The menu, written on a large chalkboard, will vary. Portions are big and Shastri says he'll keep the prices low. That dish of gumbo, for example, is big enough for two (or one big eater) and will cost $9 without the shrimp. Mr. Frog's Soul & Creole Kitchen is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. For more information, call 505-4999 or visit mrfrogs.com.

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by anne fitten Glenn Andy Cubbin is on the hot seat in our ongoing “Know your local brewer” interview series. He and wife, Kelly Cubbin, opened Hendersonville’s first brewery and tasting room about a year ago, after a number of delays. In fact, they had to lobby the city to change its laws and accommodate the facility (which previously had homes in Rosman and Fletcher). Since its opening day at the current downtown spot, the brewery has flour-

ished. It’s packed with beer lovers from Wednesday to Sunday every week.

Here’s what Andy has to say about his beery journey: who do you brew for and how did you get there? I am the head brewer at Southern Appalachian Brewery in Hendersonville. My wife and I were living in Chicago and looking for careers more rewarding than that of starving photographers.

After considering attending The

Siebel Institute to study brewing, I realized I could buy a small brewery for the cost of a formal education. I found one in Rosman, and somehow managed to convince my wife it was a good idea. how did you first get into brewing? Home brewing and lots of “research.” Luckily, Chicago is home to some of the greatest beer bars in the country.

When did you drink your first beer and what was it? I was probably 7 or 8 when I had my first sips of beer while bringing cold cans of Stroh’s out to my dad and uncles at my grandparents’ house in Michigan. Their beers were always open when I brought them, and they got less full as I got older.

When was your craft beer epiphany and what beer were you drinking? It was probably at an event called Beer School at the Map Room in Chicago. The night featured beers from around Belgium, some rare, some sour, all new to me — my mind was blown. It was definitely one of those “things are different now” moments.

What are the top three favorite beers you’ve brewed in the past year and why? Our Special Original IPA is one my favorites because of how much people seem to enjoy it. It’s our original IPA recipe brewed with Simcoe and Amarillo, among other hops varieties, so we can only make it when we get those hops, which are in very limited supply these days. The pilsner that we just released is something I’m pleased with, because I believe it is pretty true to a real Bohemian pilsner, and it was my first attempt at a lager at the brewery. Our newest beer, a yet-to-be-named Belgian style amber ale, is a very challenging beer to formulate and brew.

It will be fun to play around with different mixes of brettanomyces [a type of yeast] to finish the beer and get some great funky sour flavors.

a cold and very expensive mix of water and chemical to rush from the broken pipe connected to a 75-foot run overhead. As we tried to catch the liquid in buckets old school fire brigade style, I hit a pipe on the adjacent pump and it broke. Two pumps were spewing hundreds of gallons of liquid, threatening to flood our neighbor’s shop and there were no emergency shutoff valves.

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What do you like to do when you’re not brewing? When we used to have time off my wife Kelly and I enjoyed hiking and camping, and I like to pretend I will one day have time for fly-fishing. Someday I will more actively pursue my love of cooking, and I swear I will have a black-and-white darkroom again. if you were a style of beer, which style would you be and why? I think I might be a Geuze.

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What’s a style of beer you haven’t brewed that you’d like to try brewing? I’m pretty excited to start our barrel-aging program. We plan to do some bourbon barrel-aged dark beers and throw some of our Belgian styles into wine barrels. A good barleywine is something I am excited to make as well.

What’s the biggest brewing snafu you’ve experienced (that you’re willing to talk about)? A pipe on a glycol pump got knocked into and broke, causing

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different cultures the poetry of Wordfest brinGs people toGether by paul clark What is home? Is it a place you belong because of the color of your skin, or the beliefs you hold dear?

Home is where the poetry is at this year’s Asheville Wordfest, a five-year-old celebration of the power of emotive words delivered passionately in spoken format. The free, five-day festival will let listeners partake of the words of more than three dozen poets in the heart of downtown.

Festival director Laura Hope-Gill, who describes poetry as “citizens’ journalism,” believes strongly in poetry’s ability to bring people together. “Poetry is a short line between different cultures,” she says. “It can heal the cultural divides that still plague our city. It opens conversations that we need to have.”

And there to spark those conversations are some big names in poetry.

LeAnne Howe, an enrolled citizen of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, is an awardwinning writer and poet who recently returned from a year of living in the Middle East.

Allison Adelle Hedge Coke has spoken at a United Nations indigenous peoples forum.

Patricia Smith, a finalist for National Book Award, is a four-time national individual champion of the Poetry National Slam. Arthur Sze has written eight books of poetry. Matthew Shenoda is an Egyptian American who has twice been nominated for a Pushcart Prize.

“When I first started thinking about Shenoda, it was before Tahrir Square,” HopeGill says. Tahrir Square was the site of massive protests in Egypt. The unrest of the Arab Spring movement and the people fighting for their homeland helped her select “home” as the theme for this year’s festival.

The festival started one day as Hope-Gill and some other area poets — Jim Nave, Glenis Redmond and Jeff Davis — were talking about

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how vibrant the local poetry scene was in the 1990s. Most of it happened at the Green Door, a small, experimental listening room on Carolina Lane that helped launch the national careers of singer/songwriters David LaMotte and David Wilcox.

Hope-Gill followed by gathering the poets and others at her home. What came out of the evening, fueled by what she calls “poet food” (wine, cheese and grapes), was a 15-page plan for creating a poetry festival. The festival, all decided, should include community voices and multicultural voices. It should blend technology with the ancient poetic craft. It should honor the roots of creativity already here, from Native American life to the happenings at Black Mountain College.

The performance poetry movement was just gathering steam in the United States. But other than the Green Door, there weren’t any other places to see it in Asheville. The N.C. Humanities Council liked the festival plan enough to provide some financial backing.

Many people understand the value that poetry has in helping people express their emotions and deal with their lives. Poetry allows the writer and the reader to check in with themselves, Hope-Gill said. Dylan Thomas described poetry as lowering a bucket into the waters of the unconscious and seeing what it pulls up, she said. That thought delights her and describes perfectly the fear and excitement of the process and what it yields.

“We’ll discover that we are all feeling worn out, a bit hopeful, a bit afraid. That kind of mirroring is very healing,” she says. “That’s why people pay $75 an hour to sit with a therapist, so that someone can reflect back and validate what they are feeling.”

The festival is sponsored by Mad Hatters’ Review and is being put on in memory of the online journal’s founder, publisher and editor, the late Carol Novack.

Only one festival event costs money. “Fixing to Tell About Jack” is a Saturday afternoon fundraiser/storytelling session at the Altamont Theatre to raise money for a driveway for Rosa Hicks, the wife of the late, legendary Beech Mountain storyteller Ray Hicks and Ted Hicks, their wheelchair-bound son.

Again, the event is about home.

“I don’t have any answers about home,” Hope-Gill says. “I hope that by the time the festival is over, I’ll have only more questions.”

X Paul Clark can be reached at paulgclark@charter.net.

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opening conversations: Above, the Flying Words Project American Sign Language duo performs at Wordfest 2010. Below, Wordfest co-founder Laura Hope-Gill. Photos by John Fletcher / courtesy Asheville Wordfest

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the biG love keeps GroWinG at our all-local fest by paul clark In a do-it-yourself city comes a festival that celebrates the do-it-yourself spirit.

“Big Love Fest: Unchained and Independent” sort of sounds like an indie film. It’s actually an indie festival that wraps a big hug around Asheville’s independent businesses. The free festival, with two stages for bands, showcases the city’s vast network of entrepreneurs, musicians, craftspeople, craft-beer makers, artists and others.

“Asheville has a thriving independent spirit, which is hard to find in small towns,” says festival co-coordinator Franzi Charen, co-founder of the Asheville Grown Business Alliance. The AGBA’s Love Asheville posters, T-shirts and stickers are in more than 400 Asheville-area independent shops.

“We’re far richer in resources than many communities are, like fertile ground and clean water,” Charen says. And she includes creativity among those valuable resources.

She cites the example of Carolina Ground, a flour mill in Asheville whose founding organization, the North Carolina Organic Bread Flour Project, wants to provide links among farmers, bakers and millers in the state.

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Asheville is full of that kind of creative thinking, Charen says. She makes a good argument for patronizing a local restaurant where the food is fresh and unique, as opposed to a chain restaurant whose food may be formulaic and uninspiring.

She also argues that, by spending their money locally, independent providers and business owners make Asheville stronger. They’re staying here and raising children, unlike outside companies who pull profits and send them elsewhere.

“In our culture, the larger, publicly traded corporations have so much more access to resources,” Charen says. They get many more subsidies and tax breaks than small independent businesses. Making Asheville more aware of the vast goods and services available here “levels the playing field,” says Justin Rabuck, festival co-organizer.

He’s also co-founder of The Big Crafty, a mostly local crafts event in Asheville. Big Love Fest came into being after he approached Charen last year about having a strictly Asheville festival, with local food, bands and shops. All support services, like waste management, should also be local.

“The big, important thing is to think local first,” Rabuck says. “If we all did this, it would be stepping in the right direction on a whole lot of levels.”

Additionally, festivalgoers who see local businesses might be inspired to pursue their own dreams of creating and running a business that contributes to the area, Charen says.

The Asheville Grown Business Alliance is taking the “buy local” idea even further, encouraging its members to buy local as well, getting services and raw materials from area suppliers and makers. Many restaurants here do that already, buying food grown on farms in the mountains.

Last year’s festival showed how far local residents have gone — and can go — in supporting each other, Charen says.

“It was inspiring to see the all the immense variety of what we have to offer,” she said.

“To see all these aspects (of local businesses) coming together, the diversity in such a small community, it was just beautiful.” X Paul Clark can be reached at paulgclark@charter.net.

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by michele Gentille Mary Konsoon, an artisan from the West African Republic of Ghana, has a lofty goal — to get flush enough in her batik business that she can continue supporting extended family members while helping local children get a better education.

Konsoon specializes in the traditional craft of batik, a method of printing fabric dating back to 4th century Egypt that creates motifs with melted wax dipped in dye.

Handmade designs such as Konsoon’s will be featured at a fair trade fashion show and sale on Saturday, May 5, hosted by Ten Thousand Villages, a nonprofit organization with retail stores in downtown Asheville and Montreat, among other locales. The show coincides with World Fair Trade Day (which is actually more like Fair Trade couple-of-weeks, as it runs May 6-20, officially).

Living in a society as brimming with possibility as the U.S., it can be hard to imagine how Konsoon’s modest one-woman act could support several people and make a dent in her country’s educational system. But grassroots ambitions like hers have been increasingly realized in recent years, with support organizations such as Global Mamas, a not-for-profit group based in Ghana that joined forces with Konsoon when she most needed it.

The short version of Konsoon’s story goes like this. She worked at a supermarket for a year to save money for supplies to open a shop. Soon after she did, a sizable order for goods came in, but the client neglected to pay her for her work, she relates.

The financial loss was crippling, so she turned to Global Mamas. With their resources, she was able to get back into business, hire two workers and an apprentice, and nearly double her income.

What Second annual Fair Trade Fashion Show and Sale

Where The Magnetic Field, 372 Depot St.

When Saturday, May 5 (2 to 4 p.m. $3/$5 suggested donation)

J dress from Global Mamas, with boat neck, kimono sleeves and fitted skirt with tuck details.

One of many Fair Trade organizations that have emerged over the last few decades, Global Mamas organized six producers in 2003 and now manages a network of over 600. The industry in general continues to expand its outreach in far-flung posts while gathering economic steam.

According to the Fair Trade Resource Network, worldwide retail sales in 2010 passed $6 billion.

Fair Trade is based on a set of nine principles, among them: creating opportunities for marginalized producers, respecting cultural identity, paying fair wages, creating empowered working conditions and cultivating environmental stewardship. But how does this translate to money in the pockets of the folks making the goods?

“In my travels, I’ve learned that buying fair trade means you’re buying locally within that country with few middlemen. The workers get the money directly, then it trickles back into schools, markets and the community,” says Mandy Broderick, manager of Ten Thousand Villages’ College Street store. There, they sell

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Sula dress from Mata Traders, with block-printed cotton fabric and hand embroidery.

handmade accessories and home décor from several countries including India, Pakistan and Peru.

Ten Thousand Villages began with Edna Ruth Byler, a traveler and Mennonite who was struck by the poverty she witnessed in Puerto Rico in 1946. She returned to America with handicrafts and sold them out of the trunk of her car. By 2006, sales through the company she founded had reached $20 million. Her vision, and that of the company, has been to create a living wage for producers, some of whom have additional personal obstacles to overcome.

“I’ve met about 20 of our artisans,” says Broderick. “About 80 percent are women. Many are disabled by tragedies such as land mines or polio. Fair Trade gives them the chance to make a dignified living.”

Fair Trade styles are increasingly fashionforward, says Broderick, while continuing to preserve authentic cultural identity and artistic tradition.

Strapless dress from Global Mamas, 100 percent cotton.

Photos courtesy Mandy Broderick

From abroad, the Global Mamas’ producers and Mata Traders of India will be showcasing their styles.

Local businesses include JuJubee Clothing Co., The Open Door Boutique and Purls Yarn Emporium, all located in downtown Asheville.

Small local nonprofits Beads & Seeds and SoleHope will contribute accessories. While most of the fashions are for women, there will be clothing for men and children as well. Other local businesses are participating by donating door prizes.

“In Asheville, we are known for our artistic community and often know the people behind the product,” Broderick says. “We just want to bring more awareness to fairly traded options. So Ten Thousand Villages networked with local businesses to showcase ethical fashions and highlight the importance of knowing where our clothes come from.” X Michele Gentille lives in Asheville.

arts X music and activism

“When silence is betrayal”

proG-blueGrass outfit mipso trio takes stand at cd-release party by kim ruehl Mipso Trio’s first gig back in 2010 was a benefit show for an on-campus organization at UNC. Their second was a fundraiser for the Hope Chest in Asheville. Considering this, it’s hardly surprising the Chapel Hill-based bluegrass troupe is rolling back through this mountain burg, fusing its upcoming CD-release party at the LAB with an awareness event for the campaign against Amendment One. Mandolinist Jacob Sharp doesn’t hesitate in explaining the trio’s firm and impassioned stance against the proposed state constitutional amendment — on the May 8 primary ballot — which would bar same-sex couples from civil recognition and domestic-partner benefits, among other things.

“It’s pretty easy to see which side of history I want to be on,” he says.

The long line of folk and roots artists who have taken a stance on socio-political issues doesn’t escape Sharp or his bandmates. While their music might not hint at their position on marriage equality specifically, there is certainly an indication in the songs that these are three men who value honesty and mutual respect, and fairness in general.

Besides, who ever said a song has to be overtly political in order for the artist to be making a radical statement? Isn’t music — that thing which requires a musician to stand in front of a microphone and bare their soul — one of the purest vehicles for sharing one’s passions and beliefs?

Don’t artists then have a sort of social obligation to share their feelings about not only broken hearts, but the broken world, as well? Mipso guitarist Joseph Terrell says yes.

“We’re musicians,” he says, “but I think it would be wrong to limit ourselves to a pure musical message that doesn’t go beyond the songs we’ve written. I think of Martin Luther King, who I’ll paraphrase: ‘There comes a time when silence is betrayal.’ I think this is the time when it’s not OK not to say something. That doesn’t mean every song needs to be explicitly about social justice. But if you come see us and we’re on stage and we’ve got a microphone, we’re going to let you know how we feel about what’s going on around us and [what impacts] the future of our state.”

Who Mipso Trio

Where Lexington Avenue Brewery (The LAB)

When Saturday, May 5 (9:30 p.m.

music as message: The musicians feel artists have a social obligation to share feelings about more than just broken hearts. Photo by Leon Godwin

Sharp adds, “We love live shows because they facilitate a shared experience [between us and an audience] ... but that wouldn't be possible if people weren't connecting with the emotions and experience behind the music. If people are digging our songs, I hope that they can see and respect our values in them as well.”

It can be risky business for a band whose music is largely apolitical to take such a strong stand on polarizing issues.

The bluegrass community, in particular, isn’t always as progressive as its youngest players.

Then again, as Long, Long Gone — the album they’ll be celebrating at the LAB on May 5 — would attest, Mipso has grown since its debut EP, from bluegrass to something slightly less definable. Indeed, their “hero band” is the Punch Brothers — a collective of young men in Brooklyn who spent their formative years picking bluegrass and now edge ever closer to progressiveindie-jazz-rock (if there is such a thing).

Of course, it helps that the three members — Sharp, plus Terrell on guitar, and bassist Wood Robinson — are full-time students at UNC. Their reliance on class schedules and, presumably, student loans, frees them from any obligation to make a real living at the music just yet. All three agree they see this era of the band as a sort of grace period, when they can focus on truly making music for the right reasons. Right now that means putting their relative popularity to work for their conscience.

“Although I wish this wasn't on the table right now,” says Sharp, “it is really fortunate to have

an issue like this to unify my generation. People tend to think our parents did all the fighting for civil rights. [Amendment One] is a pretty clear reminder we've got a lot of work to do … we have to do something. I feel lucky to have a voice, and Mipso feels honored to be able to play a role in this battle. North Carolina is a big part of my, and our, identity. It wouldn't be easy to abandon that. Besides, my brother is gay, and a large part of the reason he moved to New York City a few years ago is centered around equality issues. I need to help prepare this state for his return.” X Kim Ruehl is a freelance writer living in Asheville.

Follow her on Twitter: @kimruehl.

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It may be hard to believe, but local newgrass band Acoustic Syndicate is about to hit a major milestone: its 20th anniversary. In a way, the band goes back even further than that since Bryon (vocals, banjo, guitar) and Fitz (vocals, percussion) McMurry are cousins and Steve McMurry (vocals, guitar, mandolin) is a cousin. According to JamBase.com, the band was really born back in ‘77 when the McMurry boys’ fathers bought them all bluegrass instruments for Christmas. However you want to do the math, the group plans to celebrate on Saturday, May 5, at Pisgah Brewing’s outdoor stage. Music starts at 3 p.m. with two sets by Acoustic Syndicate with guests Larry and Jenny Keel. The Invisible III and The Billy Sea open; Aaron Woody Wood and The Ends play an afterparty in the brewery. $18 advance/ $22 day of show; $45 for a Hopster VIP ticket. pisgahbrewing.com. Photo by Bright Life Photography

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The theme of this spring’s Lake Eden Arts Festival is “celebrating the blues” and the lineup includes blues great Taj Mahal, Afrobeat heir Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 and Preservation Hall Jazz Band from New Orleans. Local acts are Town Mountain, Zansa, Carey Fridley & Down South, Big Nasty Band and others.

Plus, there’s a full weekend’s worth of dance, healing arts, kids’ activities, puppets, poetry, didgeridoos and more.

Thursday-Sunday, May 10-13 at Lake Eden in Black Mountain.

Tickets are for sale in advance only, through Wednesday, May 9. $179 for adults/$149 for youth for a weekend-plus tickets; $155/$130 for a weekend ticket (both include camping).

Day passes (no camping) are $103/$91 Friday-Sunday; $55/$48 for Saturday; $45/$37 for Friday or Sunday. theleaf.org.

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the honeycutters

Local Americana outfit (really, more country than alt-county) The Honeycutters return with sophomore album, When Bitter Met Sweet.

The band is helmed by singer-songwriter Amanda Platt and guitarist Peter James. Expect more of what made the Honeycutters’ debut, Irene, so great: Solid, straightforward musicianship, grounded-yet-touching songwriting, shades of longing and familiarity, mournful pedal steel and delicate mandolin. “You won’t even know I wrote this song for you,” Platt sings on “90 Miles (The Tennessee Song),” a song anyone would be happy to have written for them. The Honeycutters hold a CDrelease party at The Grey Eagle on Saturday, May 5. Moses Atwood opens. 9 p.m., $8 in advance or $10 day of show. thegreyeagle.com.

freak owls

Frontman Josh Ricchio describes his songwriting style as “catchiness incarnate,” which is a pretty good summation of Brooklyn-based trio Freak Owls. The tracks on the band’s new six-song EP, Orchestrates, range from jangly, dance-y pop to softer, moodier orchestral numbers.

Lyrics are cinematic, vocals are layered and sweeping, instruments are textural, delicate and sonically intriguing. These are songs that would sound at home on film soundtracks, and are, indeed, placed in movies and TV shows. Freak Owls plays the Emerald Lounge on Monday, May 7, with Total War and On the Take. 9 p.m., $5. emeraldlounge.com.

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•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.

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Wed., May 2 5 Walnut Wine Bar

Juan Benevidas Trio (Latin, flamenco guitar), 8-10pm ARCADE

Disclaimer Standup Lounge (comedy open mic), 9pm Barley's Taproom

Dr. Brown's Team Trivia, 8:30pm

Jack of Hearts Pub

Bluegrass jam, 7pm Bill Kirchen (rockabilly), 9pm

Open mic w/ Dave Bryan, 8pm Blue Mountain Pizza Cafe

Open mic Club Hairspray

Retro night ('80s & '90s), 10pm Creatures Cafe

Salsa night (lessons, followed by dance)

Melissa Hyman (folk, acoustic), 6pm

Lexington Ave Brewery (LAB)

Thu., May 3

Kill Baby Kill w/ Zombie Queen & The Malamondos (metal, punk)

Front stage: Ryan Barrington Cox, 7pm

5 Walnut Wine Bar

Good Stuff

Lobster Trap

The Big Nasty (gypsy jazz), 8-10pm

Valorie Miller (Americana, folk), 7-9pm

ARCADE

Olive or Twist

Trivia, 9pm Barley's Taproom

One Stop Deli & Bar

Alien Music Club (jazz jam)

Elaine's Dueling Piano Bar

Orange Peel

Feist (indie pop, rock) w/ Timbre Timbre TallGary's Cantina

French Broad Chocolate Lounge

Open mic/jam, 7pm

One Leg Up (swing, jazz)

The Altamont Theater

Get Down

Gene Peyroux & One Hundred Monkeys (rock, country, jazz), 7pm Grey Eagle Music Hall & Tavern

Cadillac Rex (vintage rock)

Ultra Rockin' Music Nerd Challenge (trivia), 9pm Dueling Pianos (rock 'n' roll sing-a-long), 9pm-1am

Wild Wing Cafe

French Broad Brewery Tasting Room

Jeff & Justin (acoustic)

Brown Bag Songwriting Competition, 6:30pm (sign up at 6pm) The Indobox (rock) w/ Flux Capacitor (psychedelic rock), 10pm

Dirty South Lounge

Max Melner Orchestra (jazz, funk), 10pm

Jack of the Wood Pub

Old-time jam, 6pm

Black Mountain Ale House

Westville Pub

Bombino ("desert blues," rock, world), 8pm Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Bob Zullo (jazz, pop guitar), 5:30-7:30pm Killer B's (favorites by request), 8-11pm

Black Mountain Ale House

Calico Moon (world, roots), 7pm

Handlebar

Burgerworx

Amy Ray (folk punk, indie), 8pm

Open mic, 7pm

Harrah's Cherokee

Karaoke contest, 8pm-midnight

Club Hairspray

Karaoke, 10pm

Jack of Hearts Pub

Old-time jam, 7pm

Dirty South Lounge

Dirty Bingo, 9pm

Jack of the Wood Pub

Get Down

Andy Frasco ("party blues"), 8pm

Elaine's Dueling Piano Bar

Bluegrass jam, 6pm

Roomrunner w/ Skullthunder & The Treatment (noise-rock, grunge, indie)

The Bywater

Dueling Pianos (rock 'n' roll sing-a-long), 9pm-1am

Lexington Ave Brewery (LAB)

Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Tressa's Downtown Jazz and Blues

Eleven on Grove

The Hard Bop Explosion

Dr. Sketchy's (live drawing event), 6:3010pm

Vincenzo's Bistro

Emerald Lounge

Hank Bones ("man of 1,000 songs"), 7-9pm

Dead Night w/ Phuncle Sam, 10pm

Olive or Twist

Bob Zullo (jazz, pop guitar), 5:30-7:30pm Killer B's (favorites by request), 8-11pm

Arcade Idol, 10pm

Harrah's Cherokee

Athena's Club

Live comedy, 8:30pm

Game night, 8pm

Marc Keller (acoustic, variety), 7:30pm

Back stage: Mountain Feist (bluegrass) w/ Chomping at the Bit Stringband, 10pm Lobster Trap

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Heather Masterton Quartet (swing) One Stop Deli & Bar

Ribs & Whiskey w/ The Kendall Huntley Band, 5pm David Gans & friends (psychedelic, Americana) w/ Galen Kipar Project & Bobby Miller, 10pm Pisgah Brewing Company

Jeff Sipe (jazz, funk), 8pm Purple Onion Cafe

Beaucoup Blue (Americana) Root Bar No. 1

Kevin Scanlon (bluegrass, folk) Southern Appalachian Brewery

Klarcnova (funk, jam, jazz), 7pm Spurs

Dance night TallGary's Cantina

Asheville music showcase, 8pm The Altamont Theater

Adam Levy (Americana), 8pm The Bywater

Ladies open mic w/ Andrea Lee The Dugout

Rockstar Thursdays (karaoke), 9pm Town Pump

Fritz Beer (blues), 9pm Tressa's Downtown Jazz and Blues

Peggy Ratusz's Invitational Blues Jam Vincenzo's Bistro

The Croon and Cadence Duo feat: Ginny McAfee, 7:30pm Westville Pub

Stu McNair (country, bluegrass, rock), 9:30pm

Fri., May 4 ARCADE

Dance party w/ DJ Abu Dissaray, 9pm Athena's Club

Mark Appleford (blues, folk, rock), 7:30-10pm DJ, 10pm-2am Black Mountain Ale House

LoveSlave, 8:30pm Boiler Room

Forgive Me for Yesterday w/ Monkey in Podship, Eating the Sun & Further the Fall (rock, punk), 9pm Club Hairspray

Drag show, midnight Creatures Cafe

Todd Agnew w/ Jonny Diaz & Reckless Mercy Elaine's Dueling Piano Bar

Disclaimer Comedy (standup), 8:15-9:15pm Dueling Pianos (rock 'n' roll sing-a-long), 9:30pm-1am Eleven on Grove

DJ Jam (old-school R&B), 9pm Emerald Lounge

Bombadil (Americana) w/ Big Nasty Jazz Band & Honey Locust, 9pm

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French Broad Brewery Tasting Room

Vincenzo's Bistro

Steve Whiddon (piano covers), 5:30pm

Dance party, 10pm Drag show, 12:30am

French Broad Chocolate Lounge

Westville Pub

Jason Moore (jazz)

Trivia night

Southern Appalachian Brewery

Get Down

White Horse

Taylor Martin's Engine (folk, Americana), 6pm

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Drunk in a Dumpster record release show w/ Killing Solves Everything, The DiMarcos & more (punk, hardcore)

Beaucoup Blue (acoustic blues), 8pm

Good Stuff

Butter Holler (old-time), 8pm

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Grey Eagle Music Hall & Tavern

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The Revamps (blues) TallGary's Cantina

Jarvis Jenkins' Cinco de Mayo party

Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Asheville Music Hall

The Dugout

Bear Down Easy (bluegrass)

Donna Germano (hammered dulcimer), 2-4pm Bill Covington (piano classics & standards), 5:30-7:30pm The Business (Motown, funk, soul), 8-11pm

Dubtribe Sound System (electronic, house) feat: Emory Widener (live percussion) & In Plain Sight, 10pm

Mojo Haze, 9pm

Athena's Club

East Coast Dirt (rock, funk)

Mark Appleford (blues, folk, rock), 7:30-10pm DJ, 10pm-2am

Tressa's Downtown Jazz and Blues

Hannah Flanagan's Harrah's Cherokee

Black Mountain Ale House

Crocodile Smile (dance & rock covers), 7pm DJ Dizzy, 10pm

DJ night, 9pm

Boiler Room

Town Pump

The Travers Brothers (funk, rock), 9pm Ruby Mayfield & friends (blues, rock), 10pm Vincenzo's Bistro

Marc Keller (acoustic, variety), 7:30pm Westville Pub

The Tom Jones Effect, 10pm

Highland Brewing Company

David Zoll Trio (rock, pop), 6pm

Busted Chops w/ Cokeslut, ER Airplane & Battle Beast (punk), 9pm

Jack of Hearts Pub

Club Hairspray

Duke Robillard (blues), 9pm

Drag show, midnight

Jack of the Wood Pub

Creatures Cafe

Sons of Ralph (bluegrass), 9pm

Wayne Graham w/ The Black Iron Gathering

Sun., May 6

Lexington Ave Brewery (LAB)

Elaine's Dueling Piano Bar

Dueling Pianos (rock 'n' roll sing-a-long), 9pm-1am

5 Walnut Wine Bar

Back stage: Wordline CD release party (rock) w/ Doc Aquatic, 10pm Olive or Twist

Emerald Lounge

Live music, 8pm

One Stop Deli & Bar

Free Dead Fridays feat: members of Phuncle Sam, 5-8pm Orange Peel

Whitechapel (death-core, metal) w/ Miss May 1, After the Burial, Within the Ruins & The Plot in You, 6:30pm Pack's Tavern

Peggy Ratusz (blues, soul)

Tennessee Jed (Americana) w/ The Hackbirds & Skunk Ruckus, 9pm French Broad Brewery Tasting Room

Letters to Abigail (country), 6pm

French Broad Chocolate Lounge

Asheville Sax (jazz) Get Down

Drunken Prayer (Americana, alt-country) w/ Gun Party & The Humms Good Stuff

White Horse

Blue Ridge Orchestra, 7:30pm Wild Wing Cafe

Hoss Howard (country)

Ian Moore & the Second Hand String Band (swing, jazz), 7-9pm ARCADE

Dr. Filth & Wayd Runk (DJs), 10pm Asheville Music Hall

Ecstatic dance, 4pm Dirty South Lounge

The Short Bus (film & DJ), 9pm Eleven on Grove

Russ Wilson's Art Deco Revue feat: 15-piece orchestra ('30s attire encouraged), 8pm Grove Park Inn Great Hall

A.J. Usher w/ Maggie & Her Mistakes, 8pm

Two Guitars (classical), 10am-noon Bob Zullo (jazz, pop, guitar), 6:30-10:30pm

Zumba, 7pm Dance party, 10pm Drag show, 1am

Grey Eagle Music Hall & Tavern

Hotel Indigo

Southern Appalachian Brewery

Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Swayback Sisters (blues, soul, folk), 8pm

Paco Band, 8-11pm

Spurs

Harrah's Cherokee

Scandals Nightclub

Chatter Box (rock) Static Age Records

Tatsuya Nakatani (experimental percussion) w/ Shane Perlowin (experimental guitar), 9pm Straightaway Cafe

Wilhelm McKay (folk, rock)

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Dave Desmelik Trio (Americana, folk)

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Michelle Leigh (country, rock)

"Bear Exploder" dance party w/ DJ Kipper Schauer, 9pm

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TallGary's Cantina

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Wild Wing Cafe

Circus Mutt (world, Appalachian), 8pm

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The Bywater The Dugout

Jonnie Blackwell & Six Toed Possum Babies, 9pm The Gateway Club

Jonathan Martin & Tyson Halford (acoustic) The Market Place

Patrick Fitzsimons (blues, world, jazz), 7-10pm

The Honeycutters (Americana, country) CD release party w/ Moses Atwood, 9pm

Event Center: Lyle Lovett (country), 7:30pm Casino: Salsa dance lessons, 6pm; DJ Aaron Michaels, 10pm Jack of Hearts Pub

Lyric (soul, pop, rock), 9pm Jack of the Wood Pub

Nu-Blu (bluegrass), 5pm The Tillers w/ The Freight Hoppers (blues, gospel, old-time), 8pm Lexington Ave Brewery (LAB)

Back stage: Mipso Trio CD release party (Americana, bluegrass, soul), 10pm Olive or Twist

The 42nd Street Jazz Band Pack's Tavern

DJ Moto (dance, pop) Pisgah Brewing Company

Jamar Woods (soul, keys), 7-10pm Jack of the Wood Pub

Irish session, 3-9pm Faun Fables (psych-folk, art rock) w/ Drunken Prayer, 10pm Lobster Trap

Leo Johnson (hot club jazz), 7-9pm Luella's Bar-B-Que

David Gans & friends (psychedelic, Americana) w/ Bobby Miller One Stop Deli & Bar

Bluegrass Brunch & Open Jam w/ The Pond Brothers, 11am Pisgah Brewing Company

Swannanoa Shindig w/ Gary Jules (acoustic, folk, rock), 2pm Rankin Vault Cocktail Lounge

Psychobilly Sock Hop Sundays Scandals Nightclub

Dance party, 10pm Drag show, 12:30am Southern Appalachian Brewery

Kyle Frazier (rock), 9pm

Outdoor stage: Acoustic Syndicate (Americana, roots) w/ Larry Keel, The Billy Sea & Invisible III, 3pm Taproom: Aaron "Woody" Wood & the Ends (blues, rock), 9pm

Tressa's Downtown Jazz and Blues

Purple Onion Cafe

Steve Whiddon (piano covers), 5:30pm

Tolliver's Crossing Irish Pub

"May the 4th Be with You" (Star Wars event) Town Pump

Vincent's Missing Ear (jazz, art rock), 7pm The Nightcrawlers (blues, rock, dance), 10pm

The Stipe Brothers & friends, 4pm Spurs

Karaoke, 8pm Vincenzo's Bistro

Deep River (country, Western swing)

White Horse

Scandals Nightclub

Drum circle, 2pm

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 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 remix 258-2027 the chop house 253-1852 craggie brewing company 254-0360

creature’s cafe 254-3636 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 Grove park inn (elaine’s piano bar/ Great hall) 252-2711 the handlebar (864) 233-6173 harrah’s cherokee 497-7777

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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 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 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

Wild Wing Cafe

The Bywater

Hotel Indigo

Darren Kohler & friends, 4pm

Bluegrass jam, 8pm

Jamar Woods (soul, keys), 7-10pm

Mon., May 7

Vincenzo's Bistro

Jack of the Wood Pub

5 Walnut Wine Bar

Walt Whitney (singer-songwriter), 8-10pm ARCADE

Movie Mondays (cult classics), 10pm

Marc Keller (acoustic, variety), 7:30pm Westville Pub

Open mic, 7pm Wild Wing Cafe

Garrison Starr (indie pop, singer-songwriter) w/ A Fragile Tomorrow, 9pm Lexington Ave Brewery (LAB)

Front stage: Andrew Fletcher (blues, ragtime)

Karaoke, 10pm

Lobster Trap

Tears in My Beers (DJ set), 9pm

Tue., May 8

One Stop Deli & Bar

Emerald Lounge

5 Walnut Wine Bar

Dirty South Lounge

Freak Owls (electro-pop) w/ Total War & On the Take, 9pm Good Stuff

Ryan Kralik (singer-songwriter), 6pm Grey Eagle Music Hall & Tavern

The John Henry's (jazz, swing), 8-10pm Club Hairspray

Trivia night, 10pm Eleven on Grove

Jay Brown (Americana, folk), 7-9pm Two for Tuesday feat: The Moon and You & Poet Radio (folk, Americana), 8pm Funk jam, 10pm The Bywater

Open mic w/ Taylor Martin, 8:30pm The Dugout

Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Swing lessons, 6:30 & 7:30pm Tango lessons, 7pm Dance w/ Low Down Sires, 8:30pm

Bob Zullo (jazz, pop, guitar), 6:30-10:30pm

Get Down

Trivia, 8pm

Singer-Songwriters in the Round, 6:30pm

Screaming Females (punk, rock) w/ Flies Around It & Common Visions

Vincenzo's Bistro

Jack of the Wood Pub

Good Stuff

Westville Pub

Contra dance, 8pm

Jack of Hearts Pub

DJ Whitney Shroyer (rare vinyl), 10pm

Air on Eyes, 6pm

Orange Peel

Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Switchfoot (rock, pop) w/ The Rocket Summer, 8pm

Bob Zullo (jazz, pop guitar), 5:30-7:30pm Killer B's (favorites by request), 8-11pm

Trivia, 8pm Tolliver's Crossing Irish Pub

Steve Whiddon (piano covers), 5:30pm Blues jam, 10pm White Horse

Irish sessions, 6:30pm Open mic, 8:45pm

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Wild Wing Cafe

Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Bob Zullo (jazz, pop guitar), 5:30-7:30pm Killer B's (favorites by request), 8-11pm

Video trivia, 8pm

Wed., May 9

Harrah's Cherokee

5 Walnut Wine Bar

Juan Benevidas Trio (Latin, flamenco guitar), 8-10pm ARCADE

Live comedy, 8:30pm

Disclaimer Standup Lounge (comedy open mic), 9pm Barley's Taproom

Dr. Brown's Team Trivia, 8:30pm Black Mountain Ale House

Thu., May 10 The Big Nasty (gypsy jazz), 8-10pm

Jack of Hearts Pub

Bluegrass jam, 7pm

ARCADE

Trivia, 9pm

Old-time jam, 6pm

Athena's Club

Jeff & Justin (acoustic)

5 Walnut Wine Bar

Jack of the Wood Pub

Arcade Idol, 10pm

Wild Wing Cafe

Barley's Taproom

Alien Music Club (jazz jam)

Lexington Ave Brewery (LAB)

Front stage: Shane Perlowin (guitar)

Burgerworx

Open mic, 7pm

Lobster Trap

Valorie Miller (Americana, folk), 7-9pm Olive or Twist

Cadillac Rex (vintage rock)

Club Hairspray

Karaoke, 10pm

Old-time jam, 7pm

Asheville Music Hall

Ben Sollee (Americana, folk, pop) w/ River Whyless, 9pm

Jack of the Wood Pub

Bluegrass jam, 6pm

Athena's Club

Lobster Trap

Olive or Twist

One Stop Deli & Bar

Jeff Sipe Trio (jazz, rock), 10pm Pisgah Brewing Company

Jeff Santiago y Los Gatos Negros (acoustic, rock), 8pm Purple Onion Cafe

Dirty Bingo, 9pm

Moors & McCumber (Americana, folk, roots)

Elaine's Dueling Piano Bar

Spurs

Club Hairspray

Brown Bag Songwriting Competition, 6:30pm (sign up at 6pm) Music Video Asheville afterparty w/ Molly Parti (DJ), 10pm

Retro night ('80s & '90s), 10pm

Orange Peel

The Wandering (rock, blues, jam) w/ Luther Dickinson, 9pm

Blue Mountain Pizza Cafe

Open mic

One Stop Deli & Bar

Dueling Pianos (rock 'n' roll sing-a-long), 9pm-1am Emerald Lounge

Salsa night (lessons, followed by dance)

The All-American Rejects (emo, pop punk) w/ A Rocket to the Moon, 8pm

Dirty South Lounge

TallGary's Cantina

French Broad Brewery Tasting Room

Ultra Rockin' Music Nerd Challenge (trivia), 9pm

Open mic/jam, 7pm

Routine Man (rock, acoustic), 6pm

The Bywater

Good Stuff

Elaine's Dueling Piano Bar

Game night, 8pm

Dueling Pianos (rock 'n' roll sing-a-long), 9pm-1am

The Magnetic Field

Creatures Cafe

Gene Peyroux & One Hundred Monkeys (rock, country, jazz), 7pm

Emerald Lounge

Ellie Grace and friends (Americana, oldtime, folk), 8pm

Eric Dodd & His Band (country) w/ Little Bandit & Maggie and Her Mistakes, 9pm

Tressa's Downtown Jazz and Blues

Sonny Vincent w/ The Krektones (surf rock)

Vincenzo's Bistro

Good Stuff

Westville Pub

Troubadors, 6pm

Archers of Loaf (indie rock) w/ Electric Owls Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Bob Zullo (jazz, pop guitar), 5:30-7:30pm Killer B's (favorites by request), 8-11pm

Female artist spotlight

Get Down

Grey Eagle Music Hall & Tavern

Marc Keller (acoustic, variety), 7:30pm Max Melner Orchestra (jazz, funk), 10pm

Harrah's Cherokee

Karaoke contest, 8pm-midnight Jack of Hearts Pub

105.9 The Mountain Guitar Bar

Anomaly w/ Barefoot Summer, Denton Perry & No Destination (blues, jam), 9pm Club Hairspray

Drag show, midnight

Elaine's Dueling Piano Bar

The Dugout

Rockstar Thursdays (karaoke), 9pm Tressa's Downtown Jazz and Blues

Peggy Ratusz's Invitational Blues Jam

Disclaimer Comedy (standup), 8:159:15pm Dueling Pianos (rock 'n' roll sing-a-long), 9:30pm-1am Emerald Lounge

Vincenzo's Bistro

Gospel Music (indie pop) w/ Gentleman Jesse & His Men and The Barreracudas, 9pm

Westville Pub

French Broad Brewery Tasting Room

The Croon and Cadence Duo feat: Ginny McAfee, 7:30pm Mark Schimick & Billy Constable (bluegrass), 9:30pm White Horse

Tish Hinojosa (singer-songwriter), 7pm

Fri., May 11 ARCADE

Leigh Glass & the Hazards (rock, blues), 6pm French Broad Chocolate Lounge

High Gravity Jazz Get Down

Dance party w/ DJ Abu Dissaray, 9pm

Mystery Cult (rock, punk) w/ Polly Panic (cello rock)

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Boiler Room

David Wimbish and the Collection w/ 3 Days Leave

TallGary's Cantina

Andy Frasco

828-348-5327 www.thealtamont.com

Open Letter Music Series feat: Peter Evans (trumpet), Travis LaPlante (saxophone), James Owen (multi-instrumentalist) & Tashi Dorji (guitar), 9:30pm

Creatures Cafe

Dance night

Wednesday, may 2

w/ adam levy

BoBo Gallery

Heather Masterton Quartet (swing)

Dirty South Lounge

Sierra on Stage (songwriting competition), 8pm

Mark Appleford (blues, folk, rock), 7:30-10pm DJ, 10pm-2am

Hank Bones ("man of 1,000 songs"), 7-9pm

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Good Stuff

Vincenzo's Bistro

Grey Eagle Music Hall & Tavern

Westville Pub

Kathy Kelley, 8pm Butch Hancock (singer-songwriter, country, rock) w/ Dayna Kurtz Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Donna Germano (hammered dulcimer), 2-4pm Bill Covington (piano classics & standards), 5:30-7:30pm Ruby Slippers (lounge, jazz), 8-11pm Harrah's Cherokee

Cross Ridge (country covers), 7pm DJ Moto, 10pm Jack of Hearts Pub

Miss Beverly Watkins (blues guitar) w/ The King Bees, 9pm

Steve Whiddon (piano covers), 5:30pm Trivia night

White Horse

Grove Park Inn Great Hall

Underhill Rose (Americana, country), 2-5pm Bill Covington (piano classics & standards), 5:30-7:30pm Aaron LaFalce (rock, Americana), 8-11pm

Amici Music presents: Daniel Weiser (piano), Rachael Pater (violin) & Troy Stewart (cello), 7:30pm

Harrah's Cherokee

Wild Wing Cafe

Jack of Hearts Pub

SaT., May 12

Jack of the Wood Pub

Live music

ARCADE

"Bear Exploder" dance party w/ DJ Kipper Schauer, 9pm Asheville Music Hall

Event Center: Kansas (rock), 7:30pm Casino: Sweet Crude, 7pm; DJ Dizzy, 10pm Caribbean Cowboys (tropical, rock) w/ The Krektones (surf rock), & Kon Tiki, noon-4pm Miss Beverly Watkins (blues guitar) w/ The King Bees, 9pm Olive or Twist

The 42nd Street Jazz Band

Jack of the Wood Pub

Jon Stickley (bluegrass) w/ Frazierband, 9pm

Wick-It the Instigator w/ GalaxC Girl & Brad Bitt (electronic, dub, house), 10pm

One Stop Deli & Bar

Lexington Ave Brewery (LAB)

Athena's Club

Pack's Tavern

Front stage: Meredith Watson, 6pm Back stage: StereoFidelics (indie rock, pop) w/ Night's Bright Colors & Hudson K, 10pm

Mark Appleford (blues, folk, rock), 7:30-10pm DJ, 10pm-2am

Olive or Twist

Oleader Tea Company & more (rock, pop), 9pm

Live music, 8pm

One Stop Deli & Bar

Free Dead Fridays feat: members of Phuncle Sam, 5-8pm Orange Peel

DJ Ozo presents International Latin, 8pm

Boiler Room

Spurs

Ezell w/ Terina Plyler & The Traveling Troubadours Elaine's Dueling Piano Bar

DJ Molly Parti (of Paper Tiger) w/ Moon Furies & Parallels, 9pm French Broad Brewery Tasting Room

TallGary's Cantina

WestSound (R&B)

Matt Lane & the Narrow Plains (blues, folk, rock), 6pm

The Dugout

French Broad Chocolate Lounge

Jonnie Blackwell & Six Toed Possum Babies, 9pm The Gateway Club

Dave Turner (piano)

The Market Place

Patrick Fitzsimons (blues, world, jazz), 7-10pm Tressa's Downtown Jazz and Blues

Youth at Jazz, 7pm

Scandals Nightclub

Creatures Cafe

Emerald Lounge

Relay for Life Benefit (drag show)

Wendy Hayes (jazz)

Dance party, 10pm Drag show, 12:30am

Root Bar No. 1

Scandals Nightclub

Purple Onion Cafe

Drag show, midnight

Micah Hanks Duo (newgrass) Sunday Jam Presents

96.5 House Band (classic covers)

Club Hairspray

Dueling Pianos (rock 'n' roll sing-a-long), 9pm-1am

Pack's Tavern

Zombie Prom (GeekOut afterparty), 10pm

Jazzville

Get Down

Ramones tribute show Good Stuff

Rose Familiar (progressive rock), 8pm Grey Eagle Music Hall & Tavern

Sam Quinn & Taiwan Twin (folk rock) w/ Frank Fairfield & Josh Oliver

Michelle Leigh TallGary's Cantina

Unit 50 (rock)

The Altamont Theater

Pierre Bensusan (acoustic guitar, world), 8pm The Dugout

Unnamed Suspects, 9pm Vincenzo's Bistro

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Marc Keller (acoustic, variety), 7:30pm Westville Pub

Mountain Feist (bluegrass), 10pm White Horse

Greg Tamblyn (singer-songwriter, storyteller), 8pm Wild Wing Cafe

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Please call the info line for updated showtimes.

Dr. seuss' the lorax (G) 1:00, 4:00 safe house (r) 7:00,10:00

n Carmike Cinema 10 (298-4452)

21 Jump street (r) 2:00, 4:30, 7:20, 9:50 american reunion (r) 1:45, 4:20, 6:55, 9:35 Bully (PG-13) 2:15, 4:55, 7:25, 10:05 the Cabin in the woods (r) 1:55, 4:40, 7:00, 9:25 Chimpanzee (G) 12:45, 2:50, 5:00, 7:05. 9:15 the lucky one (PG-13) 1:40, 4:15, 7:10, 10:00 mirror mirror (PG) 1:30, 4:00, 6:30, 8:50 october Baby (PG-13) 1:10, 3:40, 6:10, 8:40 think like a man (PG-13) 12:50, 3:50, 6:40, 9:40 the three stooges (PG) 12:55, 3:10, 5:25, 7:35, 9:45

Carolina asheville Cinema 14 (274-9500) n

the avengers 3D (PG-13) 10:00 (fri-Sun), 11:00, 1:00, 2:00, 4:00, 5:00, 7:00, 8:00.

10:00, late show fri-Sat 11:00 the avengers 2D (PG-13) 10:30 (fri-Sun), 1:30, 4:30, 7:30, 10:30 Being Flynn (r) 11:05, 1:45, 4:15, 7:15, 9:40 the Deep Blue sea (r) 12:05, 2:30, 4:45, 7:45, 10:05 the Five year engagement (r) 11:30, 2:40, 7:25, 10:15 (Sofa cinema) the hunger Games (PG-13) 11:20, 3:10, 7:10, 10:05 the kid on the Bike (PG-13) 12:10, 2:45, 4:55, 7:45, 9:50 (Sofa cinema) the lucky one (PG-13) 11:55, 2:15, 4:35, 7:40, 9:55 (Sofa cinema) Pirates! Band of misfits 3D (PG)

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11:40, 4:40, 9:55 Pirates! Band of misfits 2D (PG) 2:20, 7:55 the raven (r) 11:25, 1:55, 4:20, 7:50, 10:20 safe (r) 11:45, 2:10, 4:25, 7:20, 9:35 (Sofa cinema) think like a man (PG-13) 11:50, 3:30, 7:35, 10:15 n CineBarre (665-7776)

act of valor (r) 10:55 (Sat-Sun), 1:30, 4:30, 7:30, 9:55 Journey 2: the mysterious island (PG) 10:35 (Sat-Sun), 1:25, 4:25, 7:25, 9:35 a thousand words (PG-13) 10:40 (Sat-Sun), 1:20, 4:20, 7:20, 9:40 safe house (PG-13) 10:45 (Sat-Sun), 1:15, 4:15, 7:30, 10:00 tyler Perry's Good Deeds (PG-13) 10:50 (Sat-Sun), 1:35, 4:35, 7:10, 9:40 n Co-eD Cinema BrevarD (883-2200

the avengers (PG-13) 1:00, 4:00 , 7:00 n ePiC oF henDersonville (693-1146) n Fine arts theatre (232-1536)

Damsels in Distress (PG-13) 1:00, 4:00, 7:00, late show fri-Sat 9:15 Footnote (PG) 7:20, late show fri-Sat 9:30 salmon Fishing in the yemen (PG-13) 1:20, 4:20 n FlatroCk Cinema (697-2463)

this means war (r) 4:00, 7:00 n reGal Biltmore GranDe staDium 15 (684-1298) n uniteD artists BeauCatCher (298-1234)

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Director: Whit Stillman (The LasT Days of Disco) PlayerS: Greta GerWiG, analeiGh tiPton, carrie maclemore, meGalyn echikunWoke, aDam BroDy, huGo Becker, ryan metcalf ComeDy

rateD PG-13

The Story: A group of girls who are the self-appointed arbiters of good taste and mental health at an upscale university set out to change the world — or at least the school.

The Lowdown: A delightfully quirky, intelligent and surprisingly warm-hearted small-scale comedy that some will likely find meandering and shapeless, while those in tune with it will consider it to be the most refreshing film of the year.

Let me be completely upfront about this — I absolutely loved Whit Stillman’s Damsels in Distress, but I know nothing about the three films in his rather sparse filmography that came before it. (Now, I’m determined to catch up with them.)

As a result, I can’t put this fim into a context that will mean anything to Stillman’s admirers. From my perspective, Damsels in Distress seems to inhabit a world not unlike the ones found in the films of Wes Anderson and Rian Johnson. (It most resembles Rushmore, but don’t take that comparison too far.) That’s to say it takes place in a present that has more in common with the past, and seems to have been made by someone who is more comfortable with an earlier time — though not in a deliberate or especially reactionary manner. There’s a sense of yearning for a more glamorous, better spoken and more genteel time (or an imagined one) in a social sense, but it’s one that skirts the generally nauseating “good old days” syndrome by simply finding that world within the one they — and we — inhabit.

In the case of Damsels in Distress, the created world is Seven Oaks University, which has all the earmarks of being one of those expensive schools for not very bright people. At the very least, most of the students we meet are either dim or on the deluded side. And the little we see of the faculty (very little, in fact) doesn’t make them seem much better. The film’s main focus are the distressed damsels of the title — Violet (Greta Gerwig), Heather (Carrie MacLemore), Rose (Megalyn Echikunwoke), and their newest addition, Lily (Analeigh Tipton). The cause of their distress (at least according to the main titles) are the males at the school, who they — or, more correctly, their ringleader Violet — have set out to reform. Lily serves the function of being the character we can most relate to, because she’s as baffled by what she encounters as the viewer is apt to be. That,

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Greta Gerwig in Whit Stillman's delightful quirky Damsels in Distress. however, only goes so far, since she turns out to be no less peculiar than the others — just not in quite the same ways. In that regard, Stillman seems to suggest that perhaps we’re not that much different ourselves.

Violet is out to change the world — starting with the school. Her ultimate ambition is to make her mark by creating an international dance craze as big as the waltz, the Charleston or the twist. In the meantime, she settles for operating — with her posse, of course — the school’s suicide prevention center (free doughnuts for the suicidally depressed), making the world a better-smelling place by increasing the male hygiene of the school, and by dating guys dumber than herself. The idea of that last is to try to elevate her charges. Truth to tell, there’s more than a little evidence that the young men could stand some elevation, but whether Violet is likely to supply it is a separate question. What makes this work is that Violet’s approaches and ideas are presented as absurd, and she is most certainly absurd, but her motives are good and Stillman never makes sport of those — or, when all is said and done, of anyone’s motives.

Some will complain that the film has no story, and in the traditional sense that’s true. Essentially, we just spend 90 minutes with these slightly preposterous characters, but there’s a lot to savor along the way. The dialogue is invariably clever — and more often than not has more to say than it might at first seem. The characters are rich and ultimately pretty complex. And the ending — or the untraditional wrap-up that serves as one — is a joy to behold. The film’s great strength lies in the very fact that it’s not going to please everyone, and has no interest in doing so. This is clearly the movie that Stillman wanted to make, and these

days that’s pretty rare. That it’s also such a goodhearted, delightfully quirky film with an intelligent vibe is even rarer. That the film is so cleverly civilized that it can discuss a crackpot religion where anal sex is the only form of nonprocreative intercourse allowed, and yet still retain its PG-13 rating ... well, that’s probably unique. Rated PG-13 for mature thematic content including some sexual material. reviewed by Ken Hanke Starts Friday at Fine Arts Theatre

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Director: terence DavieS (The house of MirTh) PlayerS: rachel WeiSz, tom hiDDleSton, Simon ruSSell Beale, ann mitchell, Jolyon coy, karl JohnSon, BarBara JefforD Drama

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The Story: An adaption of Terence Rattigan’s play about a woman who gives up her secure married life for a younger, more dashing man — and the price all involved pay as a result.

The Lowdown: Beautifully made and acted, with a deeply felt core of emotion.

Easily one of the best films this year.

I hadn’t cared for Terence Davies’ The House of Mirth (2000) — the only thing of his I’d seen — and so I wasn’t exactly quivering in anticipation over his film of Terence Rattigan’s 1952 play The Deep Blue Sea. I envisioned a dreary, airless slog through canned theatre. By way of a pleasant surprise, the first thing I encountered instead was an almost 10-minute stretch of sinuous visuals set to Samuel Barber’s "Concerto for Violin and

Orchestra," detailing not only Hester Collyer’s (the splendid Rachel Weisz in one of her most intense performances) suicide attempt, but an almost hypnotic encapsulation of the events leading up to this attempt. There are evocations of David Lean’s Brief Encounter (1945) — almost a refutation of its ending — and one of the most intense sex scenes I’ve encountered in about 30 years. Anything more removed from my memories of The House of Mirth could scarcely be imagined.

The rest of The Deep Blue Sea may not always live up to this opening, but it comes darn close most of the time. The film continues its established form of intelligently opening up Rattigan’s play, but in no way does Davies undermine it. If anything, by firmly placing the story among images of drab, bombed-out, post-war London (the film is set "around 1950") — particularly the images on which the film opens and closes — Davies visually enhances the content of the play in a purely cinematic way. It makes the story’s aura of postwar malaise and dissatisfaction seem even more concrete.

The idea of the film is simple enough. Hester is married to a thoroughly nice older man, a judge, Sir William Collyer (Simon Russell Beale, My Week with Marilyn), who, unfortunately, has a thoroughly unpleasant mother (Barbara Jefford, The Ninth Gate) — a woman who is no help at all in keeping the marriage intact. The old girl, in fact, goes out of her way to find fault with anything Hester does.

Poor Hester can’t even pour tea "properly" ("Oh, well, I’m sure it will still be refreshing") and is constantly saying the wrong thing. When Hester remarks that she does occasionally play sports, but finds it hard to be passionate about them, her mother-in-law warns her, "Beware of passion, Hester, it always leads to something ugly." As a replacement, the old lady suggests "guarded enthusiasm," noting that "it’s safer." The problem is that Hester doesn’t want safer. She wants something to feel passionate about — and that something is former RAF pilot Freddie Page (Tom Hiddleston, Midnight in Paris).

Hester soon leaves her husband for Freddie, but things don’t work out — leading to the suicide bid at the film’s opening. The overall thrust of the film lies in the flashbacks that brought her to the attempt, and what happens in its aftermath. The sense of the pain of repression — and the pitfalls of ignoring that repression — is palpable, and is no doubt informed by the closeted (or at least discreet) homosexuality of Rattigan, as well as the apparently unhappy homosexuality (if we’re to believe his own comments) of Davies. Yet that topic itself never comes up — as it never did directly in any of Rattigan’s works. It does, however, impact the tone of the work.

This is not a fast-paced film, though I’d never call it slow, and I tend to think it will have more resonance for older viewers. That’s not because of the pace, but simply because older viewers are more apt, on the whole, to know both sides of the equation in the film — feelings both repressed and acted upon — and the consequences of each.

At the same time, I recommend it to anyone interested in seeing an intelligent, creative, beautifully crafted film. Rated R for a scene of sexuality and nudity. reviewed by Ken Hanke Starts Friday at Carolina Asheville Cinema 14

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Director: Nicholas stoller (Get Him to tHe Greek) Players: JasoN segel, emily BluNt, chris Pratt, alisoN Brie, laureN WeeDmaN, mimi KeNNeDy, DaviD Paymer absurdlY long rom-Com

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The Story: An altar-bound couple’s marriage keeps getting deferred by the intrusion of her career.

The Lowdown: Unbearably overlong, not terribly funny, and banking way too much on the appeal of its stars.

Buried somewhere beneath more padding than Eddie Murphy’s Norbit fat suit may lie an OK romantic comedy in The Five-Year Engagement, but in its present 124-minute incarnation we’ll never know. Has everyone in Hollywood forgotten how to edit? I mean that in both terms of film and the story. It appears that no idea broached was ever rejected, and no scene that was shot was ever deemed to interrupt the flow of what passes for the story. The film moves along about as well as a manual transmission car being driven by someone who doesn’t know what a clutch is. This inability to say, "Cut," and the bloated running time is also made worse by yet another hallmark of the Judd Apatow movie machine: the man-boy romantic lead. Even though the film is less obnoxious than most of the things that have come out under the Apatow imprint, that doesn’t make it especially better.

The movie at least presents the novel idea of following a seemingly happily-ever-after couple — Tom Solomon (Jason Segel) and Violet Barnes (Emily Blunt) — deciding to get married, which is generally where rom-coms end rather than start. OK, I’ll concede that that at least sounds moderately different, but what follows — explained by the title — is nothing but the same old rom-com rubbish we’ve seen for years.

Instead of the classic formula "Boy meets girl, boy gets girl, boy loses girl, boy gets girl again," we instead have "Boy gets girl, boy loses girl, boy gets girl again." All that’s happened is we’ve lost the preliminaries. Considering the film’s running time, I suppose we should be grateful for that merciful deletion.

Here’s the pitch: Tom is a rising chef, Violet is some sort of burgeoning post-doctoral psychology student. When she gets the offer to relocate for some career-making position at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Tom puts his plans and their wedding on hold for the two years she’s signed up for. Resentment — and the fact that Ann Arbor isn’t San Francisco (insert condescending yokel humor here) — follows. And that’s not even figuring in the ultimately lecherous head of the department (a thoroughly wasted Rhys Ifans). The whole thing is heading toward the standard break-up, penultimate gloomy reel (only here it seems more like reels and reels), and the make-up finale. Oh-ho and oh-hum.

What sets this apart — though not in a good way — is the series of meandering digressions along the way that mostly just serve to make the movie that much longer. There’s a good laugh when Tom gets talked into going hunting, but the film beats this gag into the ground. There’s a singularly pointless drunken dalliance involving

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Tom and a co-worker at the deli where he’s gotten a low-rent job. There’s a plethora of moviestyle quirky characters who could exist nowhere else. And there’s precious little wit to any of it.

What’s really being tested here is the old chestnut of movie wisdom that states undeniably likable leads and their equally pleasant onscreen chemistry will carry the day, even if the script and direction doesn’t. Fine in theory. Not so hot in practice — at least for me. By the one-hour mark — when I first checked the time — I was wishing both lead characters had been drowned at birth, thereby saving them — and us — from all this moronic shilly-shallying.

The oddest thing about the movie is that it’s the second bout of rom-commery in two weeks to arrive at the conclusion that opening a food truck is the sure road to happiness. Is this going to be a trend? Didn’t it already happen on some ABC sitcom that’s on the path to cancellation? Didn’t that clue anyone in? And does no one notice the fact that in the end these tales, it’s always the guy’s job that is more important than the woman’s?

Or was most of the audience long past caring by that point? Rated R for sexual content and language througout. reviewed by Ken Hanke Playing at Carolina Asheville Cinema 14, Epic of Hendersonville, Regal Biltmore Grande, United Artists Beaucatcher Cinema 7

The PiraTes! Band of MisfiTs JJJJ

Director: Peter LorD (ChiCken Run) & Jeff Newitt PLayers: (voices) HugH graNt, MartiN freeMaN, iMeLDa stauNtoN, DaviD teNNaNt, JereMy PiveN aniMaTed advenTure

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The Story: A muck-up of a pirate decides to win the Pirate of the Year award, and finds himself tangled up in misadventures with the British aristocracy.

The Lowdown: A clever and likable adventure from Aardman that never quite flirts with greatness, despite being quite entertaining.

After a couple of forays into computer animation with Arthur Christmas (2011) and Flushed Away (2006), Aardman — the studio made famous for Wallace and Gromit — have returned to their claymation roots with The Pirates! Band of Misfits. With that in mind, this film is very much in the spirit of their earlier output, being irreverent, goofy, clever and very British — all with a kind heart. Yet, unlike some of their earlier works, The Pirates! never quite achieves greatness. Yeah, it’s entertaining, and it’s a rare film

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In Hollywood logic, summer starts this Friday with the release of The Avengers, the longawaited compendium of Marvel superheroes that the folks at Disney have been working toward for several years now. You get a lot of superheroes for your buck here — Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man, Chris Evans as Captain America, Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Mark Ruffalo as The Hulk, and, of course, Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury. Face it, it doesn't matter if this is good or bad or somewhere in between, it's going to make a fortune. (It's already made more than $170 million overseas.) (PG-13) Early review excerpts: • "The movie guarantees fast-paced fun without forcing anyone to think about what it all means, which is nothing." (Richard Corliss, Time) • "Comic-Con nerds will have multiple orgasms. I had a blast." (David Edelstein, New York Magazine)

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aimed at kids that doesn’t talk down to them or devolve into toilet humor, but there’s just not enough to Pirates! to make it a memorable experience.

The story follows the appropriately named Pirate Captain (voiced by Hugh Grant), a jolly pirate with a sunny disposition and a love of ham, but not much of a talent for pirating. None of this seems to matter to him or his titular crew of misfits, until Pirate Captain decides he wants to win the vaunted Pirate of the Year award.

This sets up a whole slew of misadventures taking the crew and their gregarious-yet-clueless leader all over the high seas, from an encounter with a lovesick Charles Darwin (voiced by David Tennant) and his monkey servant, to a run-in with Queen Victoria (voiced by Imelda Staunton).

The film is definitely inventive, and the material — a mix of slapstick (the movie isn’t afraid to be silly), playful turns of phrase, and in-jokes — is certainly clever. But as well crafted as it is, I never had the sense that I was watching something truly special. Not that it needs to be. With the choices out there right now, a movie that’s merely good enough is an improvement. But Pirates! lacks a certain spark, and I suspect it will have left my memory by the end of the year.

This is a pity, too, since Pirates! is certainly technically impressive (it seems that Aardman has finally figured out how to keep those creepy phantom fingerprint smudges from suddenly appearing on their characters’ faces), and there’s a sweetness and joviality that fills the film. But it’s more clever than hilarious, which might be my biggest problem with the film. Pirates!’ high quality within the world of cinematic junk food is sufficient for me to recommend it, however, and it’s definitely one of the better family-fare options on screen at the moment. Rated PG for mild action, rude humor and some language. reviewed by Justin Souther Playing at Carolina Asheville Cinema 14, Epic of Hendersonville, Regal Biltmore Grande, United Artists Beaucatcher Cinema 7

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Director: JaMes Mcteigue (V foR Vendetta) PLayers: JoHN cusack, Luke evaNs, aLice eve, BreNDaN gLeesoN, keviN McNaLLy, oLiver JacksoN-coHeN faux hisTorical Thriller

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The Story: In the final days of his life, Edgar Allan Poe is called in to help solve a series of murders based on his stories.

The Lowdown: Glossy, slick, utterly absurd thriller that pits Edgar Allan Poe against a serial killer. It’s entertaining on its own merits — well, mostly — but definitely not meant to be taken seriously.

Good heavens, there has been such an uproar of Poe purists over such an amusingly silly thriller! You’d think someone’s grandmother’s honor was being sullied by the very existence of The Raven — even though there’s absolutely no reason to believe that the film is intended in any way to be anything other than a fictional work featuring a real person. This is neither a biopic, nor revisionist hoo-ha like last year’s Anonymous. Oh, sure, a certain part of the populace will take it as the "real story" of Edgar Allan Poe rather than speculative fiction about his final days. These, however, are the same folks who continue to believe that the footage at the beginning of the dismal Texas Chainsaw Massacre remake was news footage and that Forrest Gump was a documentary. If movies start being made safe for that crowd, I fear for the future of film even more than I already do.

What we have here is John Cusack (with an un-Poelike goatee) as Poe during the last few days of his life. This is a down-at-the-heels alcoholic, drug-addicted Poe (reasonably true), but with his wit and faculties intact. Poe is also joined by his pretty young sweetheart, Emily Hamilton (Alice Eve, She’s Out of My League), and her disapproving papa (Brendan Gleeson).

That last is nonsense, but the plot needs it. The point of it all is that a serial killer has started a

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wave of murders that are based on the murders in Poe’s stories, causing the police to call him in to help solve the crimes. It soon becomes obvious that the killer is playing a demented game with Poe — one that, not surprisingly, puts the writer’s detecting skill to the test by requiring him to save Emily’s life. Some of it works well.

Some of it doesn’t work so well.

On the plus side is Cusack’s pleasant performance. He may not be an authentic Poe, but he’s an enjoyable one — and almost certainly nearer the mark than the rather humorless character who usually passes for Poe in the movies. The recreations of Poe’s stories are sometimes clever, and there are a couple of nice touches to "The Pit and the Pendulum" section, including Poe’s own surprise at finding the counterweight heavier than he’d envisioned. It also gets in a neat dig at Poe’s nemesis, Rufus Griswold, by having him be the victim (historical tosh, of course) and pleading for his life by whining, "I’m only a critic." The "Masque of the Red Death" business is fine, though it inevitably calls to mind the sequence in Joel Schumacher’s Phantom of the Opera (2004), and just as inevitably looks kind of cheap by comparison. All in all, though, the evocations of the stories are good.

What doesn’t work so well is the detective story itself. By the time the film gets around to revealing who the murderer is, the probability of you still caring seems very small to me. Even more slight is the idea that the identity will satisfy you. It’s so out of left field, so preposterous, and such an otherwise minor character that I, for one, would have been just as happy had it been someone we’d never seen before. Let’s just say, I enjoyed the trip getting to the solution well enough, but was seriously underwhelmed by this aspect of the movie. Would I recommend The Raven? That depends entirely on how seriously you insist on taking it. If you take it as agreeably macabre nonsense, yes, you might enjoy it. (But get out of the theater quickly to avoid the ghastly and inappropriate song over the credits.) If you’re going to have a conniption fit over every historical inaccuracy, however, give it a pass. Rated R for bloody violence and grisly images. reviewed by Ken Hanke Playing at Carolina Asheville Cinema 14, Epic of Hendersonville, Regal Biltmore Grande, United Artists Beaucatcher Cinema 7

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Director: Boaz Yakin (Uptown Girls) PlaYers: Jason statham, catherine chan, roBert John Burke, James hong, anson mount action

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The Story: A down-on-his-luck ex-cop must protect a young girl from a city of thugs out to get her.

The Lowdown: Ridiculously convoluted, but occasionally impressive, and carried by the action-film gravitas of Jason Statham.

If you don’t recognize the name of director Boaz Yakin, that’s because he’s spent his entire career making crap. He started off writing gar-

bage like the Dolph Lundgren Punisher (1989) movie, then moved on later to direct schmaltzy junk like Remember the Titans (2000) before coming around to egregiously stupid nonsense like Uptown Girls (2003). But finally, it seems as if Yakin has figured out the correct way to make watchable crap — make it a bit too ridiculous, make it a bit too violent, and have Jason Statham star in it.

This is what we get from Safe, which is every bit Yakin’s film, since he both wrote and directed it. Safe kicks off with an impressive bit of filmmaking, jumping backwards in time thrice, and skipping across continents in flashbacks that get the bulk of the set-up out of the way.

It’s clever without being distracting, and cuts a ton of fat out of what eventually becomes a very paunchy storyline. Within a matter of minutes, we meet Mai (Catherine Chan), a young Chinese girl with a talent for memorizing numbers. She’s been kidnapped and taken to New York City by the Triads, who plan on turning her talent into a criminal goldmine. We’re also introduced to Luke Wright (Statham), a washed-up MMA fighter whose wife has been murdered by Russian gangsters for his refusal to throw a fight. And just to make things more absurdly hellish for Luke, these same Russians have promised to off anyone he befriends in the future.

That’s the set-up, with the plot being driven by the Chinese and Russian gangs fighting over Mai for a number she has locked in her memory, and the now homeless, down-and-out Luke meeting the girl and deciding to protect her.

(In a sense, it becomes a vaguely Westernized version of Lone Wolf and Cub.) As the story moves forward, the film becomes increasingly confusing and grotesque in its complications.

It’s a world where no one — besides Luke, of course — is to be trusted, and where the entire city of New York — from the cops up to the mayor — is corrupt. The film looks and feels like ‘70s tough-guy cop flicks like Dirty Harry.

It’s a universe so ugly that even our hero was once caught up in its unprincipled ways, so the entirety of Luke’s motivation revolves around his redemption.

None of it is particularly heady or original, but Statham plays it mostly straight — with asides for a few hardass moments — and he has the acting ability needed in order to play up Luke’s obvious emotional turmoil, all the while never making it silly. Yeah, he’s in a lot of silly movies, but we often forget that Statham is really good in those silly movies. He singlehandedly keeps Safe in one piece, even as it tries to cannibalize itself through increasingly complex plot twists, contrivances and the occasionally nigh-indecipherable action sequence.

Safe has more than its share of flaws, and it never manages to live up to the assured opening in terms of style. Thanks to a solid cast and a few fits of interesting filmmaking, however, it’s better — and more entertaining — than it has any right to be. Rated R for strong violence throughout, and for language. reviewed by Justin Souther Playing at Carolina Asheville Cinema 14, Epic of Hendersonville, Regal Biltmore Grande, United Artists Beaucatcher Cinema 7

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PRIVATE SCREENED PORCH 1 BR, near 5 points and Greenlife, hardwood floors, gas heat. Lots of off-street parking. $595/month includes hot and cold water. Security deposit, year’s lease, credit check and references req. 1 cat ok w/fee.

No dogs. For appt: Graham Investments 828-253-6800.

WEST-ACTON WOODS APTS • 2BR, 2BA, 1100 sq.ft. $775/month. Includes water and garbage pickup. Sorry, no pets. Call 253-0758.

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BRE Arabian Female 24 Years

PATCHES Female/Spayed Domestic/Shorthair 2 Years

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jobs Condos/ Townhomes For Rent CASUAL ELEGANCE IN HAW CREEK CONDO! Very large 2BR/ 2BA convenient to Mall, Hospitals, and downtown. Quiet, private patio overlooking creek. Great room, big kitchen, HUGE master bedroom and walk-in closet.

Great floor plan plus garage. $950/mo. Year’s lease, credit check, security deposit req.

One small pet considered with fee and vet letter. For appt: Graham Investments 253-6800.

Homes For Rent 3BR NEWLY RENOVATED • W. Asheville. 4 miles from I-40 exit 44. Hardwoods, heatpump, all appliances, utilities, lawn care. No pets, no smoking. Application + lease. $950/month. 828-327-2436.

3BR, 2BA • Clean, private, screened porch, woodstove.

Near Biltmore Baptist Church and Target on Airport Rd. No smoking. $900/month + $600/ deposit. References required.

828-273-4092 (9am-6pm).

I AM SHINY, CLEAN AND READY TO BE OCCUPIED • My kitchen is spacious with great appliances and oodles of cabinets you can warm your toes by my toasty fireplace.

Sporting three bedrooms and two full baths, I even have a storage building. You will really like my fenced in yard and special area for a garden. When you want to relax with a country feel – check out the view from my cozy porch of the quarter horse farm across the road.

Take a short but scenic drive to see me soon because I am in popular demand. $1050.month.

The Bayshore Company 828-236-0702

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. (828) 658-9145. mhcinc58@yahoo.com

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General $$$HELP WANTED$$$ Extra Income! Assembling CD cases from Home! No Experience Necessary! Call our Live Operators Now! 1-800-4057619 EXT 2450 http://www.easyworkgreatpay.com (AAN CAN) ADVANCE CONCERT TICKET SALES • $12 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.

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 828-251-8687 info@graylineasheville.com HIGHLY RATED LOCAL BIKE SHOP • Is seeking experienced mechanics and sales people.

All applicants must be friendly, outgoing, and have a passion for bicycles. Strong sales and computer skills a plus. The position is part time to full time. Pay depends upon experience. Please respond to bikeshop2006 @gmail.com with resume and or qualifications SUMMER WORK And 2012 HS Graduates. $12.50 base-appt, FT/PT schedules, sales/service, no experience necessary, all ages 17+, conditions apply, (828)-348-0081.

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 www.graylineasheville.com

Administrative/ Office AMERICORPS VISTA POSITION OPENINGS Commit to serve full-time for 1 year for local nonprofit organization.

Apply @ www.americorps.gov/ for_individuals/choose/vista.asp www.acsf.org PART-TIME BOOKKEEPER NEEDED Candidate should have workable knowledge of Quickbooks and non-profits.

Please send resumes to: info@nextsteprecovery.com www.nextsteprecovery.com

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ROCK-STAR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Humane Alliance is a forward-thinking nonprofit that has provided the solution to shelter pet overpopulation since 1994. We operate a highly successful spay/neuter facility in Asheville, NC, and we continue to spread the word of high-volume, high-quality spaying and neutering nationally through our various training programs. Rated one of the top 15 national animalwelfare groups in 2011 by Philanthropedia, Humane Alliance is a leader in the growing field of spay/neuter.

We are currently looking to fill a part-time position (20-25 hours/week) to provide administrative support for diverse and varied projects and programs in our organization.

We have a small team of administrators who are selfmotivated, highly organized, creative, and very productive – the successful candidate will fit right in. Other words that might describe us (and you): meticulous, analytical, passionate, dedicated, and voracious. Critical skills include: • Robust written and verbal skills • Ability to format/design professional, creative materials • Aptitude for spreadsheets, crunching numbers, and presenting statistics in interesting and relevant ways • Serious multitasking skills • Talent for regularly exceeding expectations • Experience and proficiency with Mac and PC platforms, as well as Pages, Photoshop, and Illustrator Please submit your cover letter, resume, and presentation task to Rob Seal, Training Programs Coordinator, at rob@humanealliance.org.

Presentation task details can be found at http://tinyurl.com/c7fvg9x.

Sales/Marketing ADVANCE CONCERT TICKET SALES • $12 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.

PROFESSIONAL SALES Fortune 200 company recruiting sales associates in this area. • $30-$50K possible first year. • Renewals • Stock Bonuses • Training. For an interview, call (828) 670-6099 or e-mail resume: CandiceAdms@aol.com SECURE YOUR FUTURE Start a career in Executive Search. • Make a six-figure income • Help people • Work in south Asheville • Salary available • resumes@thurmondco.com

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MARKETING DEPARTMENT Coordinator. The Van Winkle Law Firm seeks a Coordinator for its Marketing Department. • The Marketing Department serves the firm and its attorneys producing high quality materials including presentations, traditional media, new media, and direct media. • The marketing coordinator will assist the marketing director with the day to day responsibilities of the marketing department including event and media coordination, project management, research and archiving, client and vendor coordination, scheduling, inventory, creating presentations and managing technology.

Submit cover letters, resumes, references and letters of support to: hr@vwlawfirm.com

MOUNTAIN XPRESS SEEKS ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE Requirements: • Understand the sales process and enjoy building long-term collaborative, win-win relationships; • Have a solid knowledge of Asheville and its surrounding communities; • Love & participate in Asheville’s multi-cultural, grassroots, enterprising community; • Be ethical, gregarious, enthusiastic, fast-paced and organized while multitasking. Pluses: • Have at least two-years sales experience in print/media/online sales; • Enjoy cold-calling; • Be an avid Xpress reader • Understand Xpress’ community-based journalistic mission We offer: Base-plus-commission, health and dental insurance, IRA options and a progressive, flexible work environment.

Send: Cover letter (that demonstrates your qualifications, passion and why you’d like to work with Xpress) and resume to: salesperson@mountainx.com.

No phone calls please.

Restaurant/ Food APOLLO FLAME • WAITSTAFF Full-time. • Fast, friendly atmosphere. • Apply in person between 2pm-4pm, 485 Hendersonville Road. 274-3582.

Drivers/Delivery DRIVERS NEEDED Drivers needed for local chauffeured transportation company. Must have 3 years commercial vehicle driving experience, clean driving record and pass a drug test. Call 232-4046.

ON-CALL DRIVER WITH EMT LICENSE FOR LOCAL ASHEVILLE TRANSPORTATION COMPANY, IMMEDIATE NEED Seeking outgoing, flexible, qualified/licensed EMT for a PRN/on-call driver position for client transport. Please e-mail carolina4HR@gmail.com with your resume. carolina4hr@gmail.com

ELITE EYE CARE • Is seeking a friendly, positive and enthusiastic individual to work part-time (25 hours/week) as an Optometric Technician, no experience necessary. Must have excellent customer service experience, be detailed oriented, and be able to multi-task. Please drop off cover letter and resume to Elite Eye Care, 140 Airport Road, Suite L, Arden, NC 28704. No phone inquiries, no fax resumes accepted.

FAMILIES NEEDED FOR IN-HOME PLACEMENT Loving families needed to open their homes to individuals with developmental disabilities.

Specific needs are handicap accessible homes, also looking for homes in the Marion/Morganton and other areas for children.

Similar to Foster Homes.

Excellent salary, great opportunity! Davidson Homes 828-299-1720 ext 265 www.davidsonhomes.org

RN QP October Road is an integrated, mental health and substance abuse provider for the greater Asheville area. We are dedicated to the highest quality of client care and customer service and strive to be a reliable and effective community partner to all of our stakeholders. Currently an opening is available on the ACTT team for a RN QP. For more information, please see: www.octoberroadinc.com

Human Services AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY • FAMILY SERVICE ASSOCIATE to recruit and provide case management to families with pre-school aged children for our Head Start program. • Requirements: AA degree in Social Work or Human Services with 2 years experience required; 4 year degree preferred. • Fluent in English; Spanish speaking preferred. • Possess a valid N.C. driver’s license. Must pass a physical exam, background check, drug screen and TB Tine Test. • Salary Range: $23,920.00 to $32,974.00 DOQ. Send resume, with cover letter, and work references with complete contact information to: Human Resources Manager 25 Gaston Street, Asheville, NC 28801 or Admin@communityactionoppor tunities.org or Fax: (828) 253-6319 Open until filled. EOE & DFWP.

AVAILABLE POSITIONS • MERIDIAN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Haywood County: Recovery Education Center Clinician Position available within an innovative MH/SA recovery-oriented program.

Must have Master’s degree and be license-eligible. Please contact Kim Franklin, kim.franklin@meridianbhs.org.

Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) Peer Support Specialist Part-time position. Applicants must demonstrate maturity in their own recovery process and be willing to participate in an extensive training program prior to employment. For more information, contact Mason Youell, mason.youell@ meridianbhs.org Jackson/Macon County: Recovery Education Center Clinician Position available within an innovative MH/SA recovery-oriented program.

Must have Master’s degree and be license-eligible. Please contact Reid Smithdeal, reid.smithdeal@meridianbhs.org.

Cherokee County: Clinician Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) Must have a Master’s degree and be license-eligible.

Please contact Ben Haffey, ben.haffey@meridianbhs.org Team Leader Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) Must have Master’s degree and be license-eligible.

Please contact Ben Haffey, ben.haffey@meridianbhs.org JJTC Team Clinician Seeking Licensed/Provisionally Licensed Therapist in Cherokee County for an exciting opportunity to serve predominately court referred youth and their families through Intensive In-Home and Basic Benefit Therapy. For more information contact Aaron Plantenberg, aaron.plantenberg@ meridianbhs.org • For further information and to complete an application, visit our website: www.meridianbhs.org CooperRiis Therapeutic Community Has an excellent opportunity for a Hall Advisor in Asheville, NC. Position is FullTime, 40 hours per week; Wed thru Sat. • Candidates should have the following qualifications: • Experience in working with adults who are coping with mental illness. • Must be mature, with work or life experience that has thoroughly tested his or her relationship skills. • Excellent interpersonal skills and sound work ethic. • Completion of undergraduate study preferred but not required Forward electronic resume/cover letter to: hr@cooperriis.org. No phone calls or in person visits please.

FAMILIES TOGETHER INC. 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. • www.familiestogether.net • Candidates should email resumes to humanresources@ familiestogether.net

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 email Rachel at rachel.wingo@ thementornetwork.com• Become a Therapeutic Foster Family. • Free informational meeting. NC Mentor. 120C Chadwick Square Court, Hendersonville, NC 28739.

OVERNIGHT SUPPORT • CooperRiis has an immediate need to fill an Over Night Support position at its Asheville campus. • Position is parttime, approximately 27 hours per week; Thurs thru Sat nights from 10pm-7am. • Experience in working with adults who are coping with mental illness. • Must be mature, with work or life experience that has thoroughly tested his or her relationship skills. • Excellent interpersonal skills and sound work ethic. Applicants should be reliable, empathic, and generally interested in improving the lives of individuals suffering from mental health challenges.

Forward electronic resume/cover letter to: hr@cooperriis.org. No phone calls or in person visits please.

PARKWAY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Has an immediate opening for a Community Support Team Leader for our combined Avl/Hvl team. • Candidates need to be licensed or provisionally licensed, have a clean driving record, safe vehicle and leadership skills. • This service is a primarily delivered in the community to high risk mental health and substance abuse consumers. • Knowledge of WHN and Medicaid paperwork a plus.

Parkway is a stable company and has an excellent benefits package and competitive salaries. Please email resumes to: slayton@parkwaybh.com PARKWAY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Has an opening for a full time substance abuse counselor in our Hendersonville Office. • Candidates should be fully licensed or LCAS-P, LPCA or LCSWP with substance abuse experience in providing groups, assessments, etc to adult consumers. • DWI experience helpful. Position involves providing assessments, individual and SAIOP/DWI group therapy. • Position includes working 2 evenings per week. Parkway is a stable CABHA provider offering excellent benefits, free supervision for provisionals, positive team culture and competitive salary. Interested candidates should email their resume to: slayton@parkwaybh.com PART-TIME LICENSED ADDICTIONS COUNSELOR NEEDED Candidate should have a master’s degree and be able to work with women in recovery. Licensed LPC’s and LCAS are welcomed to apply.

Please send your resume to: info@nextsteprecovery.com info@nextsteprecovery.com

RESIDENTIAL ADVISOR • Eliada Homes is seeking a Residential Advisor for its new trade arts program. • The RA will develop, coordinate and maintain the program within the community, which strives to provide a positive intellectual, emotional and social living environment for students. • The RA will enforce rules and regulations to ensure the smooth and orderly operation of the vocational program, and will mediate any issues that may arise. • The RA must live on campus and be familiar with basic business principles. To apply for this position, please go to www.eliada.org/employment.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR Mountain Area Recovery Center is seeking a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor to fill positions in our outpatient opioid treatment facility located in Clyde, North Carolina. Candidates will provide substance abuse services, including but not limited to, assessments/screening, intake, client orientation, person centered planning, case management, intervention, client education, and plan and lead structured process and theme centered groups. We offer competitive pay WITH benefits…medical, dental, life, short-term disability, flexible spending account, 401-K, pto, paid holidays, and a flexible work environment in this challenging, yet highly rewarding field. If you are up to the challenge, please e-mail your resume to rhonda.ingle@marc-otp.com or fax to attention: Rhonda Ingle at 828.252.9512.

Mountain Area Recovery Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

THE ASHEVILLE OFFICE OF FAMILY PRESERVATION SERVICES • Is seeking the following for adult service lines: Fully-licensed LCSW, supervisory experience preferred. This position is fulltime, salaried with benefits.

Also seeking a part-time LSCW to work with adults. Please send resumes to csimpson@fpscorp.com.

WNC GROUP HOMES FOR AUTISTIC PERSONS • Is now accepting applications for Summer Program. • This program provides structured summer fun and activity for 8 adolescents with autism, living in our group homes. • This is a temporary summer position that lasts for the duration of the summer break from school.

Monday – Friday, 7am-3pm or 8am-3pm. • Applicants must have High School degree plus 2 years experience in related field, or an Associates or College degree. Applicant must also be willing and able to swim, hike and be active in the community. • Comprehensive training is provided. Continued work at end of summer is possible. Visit our website for additional information and application process. www.wncgrouphomes.org Submit applications to 28 Pisgah View Ave Asheville, NC 28803. WNC Group Homes for Autistic Persons is a Drug Free Workplace.

COMMUNITY MEDIATION COORDINATOR • The Mediation Center is seeking a part-time Community Mediation Coordinator for Henderson and Polk Counties based in our Hendersonville office. Please see www.mediatewnc.org/about/jo bs for job description and application instructions.

Caregivers/ Nanny CAREGIVER NEEDED • 1520/hrs week, $10/hour.

Capable of transferring, driving, cooking, errand running, assistance with showering.

Female preferred. 828-4247203.

Professional/ Management ASAP PROGRAM DIRECTOR ASAP, Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project, has a job opening for Program Director of the Local Food Campaign.

Visit www.asapconnections.org for more information.

Computer/ Technical

PART-TIME JUNIOR PHP WEB DEVELOPER • Mountain Xpress. • Be part of the Mountain X team! As a Junior Web Developer, the qualified candidate will be assisting the web team in developing the website and related tools. • Candidates will have a working knowledge of PHP, Javascript, mySql programming, and related dev and DBMS tools.

Applicants should possess basic knowledge of XML/XSL, as well as classes, components, objects and interfaces. • We develop quickly and iterate often, so familiarity with agile development principles is a plus. • Applicants should be able to work well in a team environment or unsupervised.

30 hours per week, health and dental insurance, IRA options and a progressive, flexible work environment.

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Teaching/ Education

A-B TECH CLINICAL LIAISON, NURSING • F/T • SUMMARY: The Clinical Liaison will serve as a representative of A-B Tech to outside clinical agencies and will work to ensure proper student documentation and clinical affiliation agreements are maintained.

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• MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 1. Serves as a liaison between clinical agencies, nursing faculty, and students. Delivers clinical schedules to agencies; evaluates student documentation prior to releasing students to clinical agencies; attend and represent A-B Tech Nursing department at clinical meetings; report to faculty agency rules and regulation changes; report clinical site issues to Associate Chair. 2. Assists nursing faculty in the completion of student clinical schedules within 6 weeks of the start of each semester. 3. Teach Nursing courses. • PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: Masters’ degree in Nursing. 2. Two years of full time work experience as an RN. 3. Must possess an unrestricted RN license in NC. 4. Experience with creating and maintaining documents and spreadsheets using Microsoft Office programs. 5. Current CPR certificate for Professional Rescuer. • SALARY RANGE: $53,928 - $55,716 (An additional stipend of $417.00 per month has been approved for fiscal year 2012-2013).

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homeimprovement ACADEMIC COORDINATOR • Eliada Homes is hiring an Academic Coordinator for its new trade arts program, ESTA. • The Academic Coordinator will be responsible for insuring the admission of qualified students, assist students with adjustment to student life, recruit students for programs, and provide an array of other administrative services for the program. • Experience in an academic setting and administrative experience strongly preferred. To apply for this position, please go to www.eliada.org/employment.

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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.

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