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May 30, 2009
Smooth things over with June specials from Aesthetic Medical Spa. Laser hair removal for underarm or bikini is $75 per treatment, and PCA chemical peels start at $55.165 Coolridge Street (behind Applebee's), Hendersonville, 828-697-1593, and 123 E. Main Street, Suite 302, Brevard, 828-883-2951.
Announcements
May 30, 2009
At BareWood, have it your way. Randy Sain is featuring sturdy outdoor rocking chairs this month.
Events
May 30, 2009
Lighten up at Brightwater Yoga with free performances by the hilarious improv group Gag Order every 2nd and 4th Friday at 9pm. Open up at the June 27 Mini-Workshop on Chest Openers and backbends with Leigh Ann from 1-4pm.
Sales
April 29, 2009
SALES Is your mom a gem?
Cover Story
By Joanne O'Sullivan - May 30, 2009
Home ECOnomics
Terri Thompson is bringing the sexy back to thrift stores. The Frugal Design Showcase — her brainchild fundraiser which features a home decorated with thrift store finds —debuted to raves last year, bringing in $40,000 for eight local shops, catching the attention of National Public Radio and earning her and the project Habitat for Humanity International's 2008 Clarence Jordan Award for Creativity and Innovation.


Culture
At The Movies: Easy Virtue At The Movies: Easy Virtue
By Marcianne Miller - June 10, 2009
A perfect romantic comedy featuring Jessica Biel.
At The Movies: UP
By Marcianne Miller - June 1, 2009
Up is an adventure story about long-lasting love, new friendship, a loyal dog, a good mama with terrific feathers, and the power of helium-filled balloons. It's also about the pangs of regret, the dangers of procrastination, and a warning about heroes with feet of avarice.
At The Movies: The Brothers Bloom
By Marcianne Miller - June 1, 2009
A quirky, stylish tale about liars, lovers, bad old men and a truly dynamite gal.
At The Movies: Angels & Demons
By Marcianne Miller - May 28, 2009
A surprisingly exciting thriller with a religious backdrop.
At The Movies: Star Trek
By Marcianne Miller - May 6, 2009
It's the eleventh Star Trek movie and it's the best--a successful re-boot of the timeless Star Fleet mythology that will satisfy the die-hard Trekkies and capture a whole new generation of fans.
At The Movies: Sunshine Cleaning
By Marcianne Miller - May 6, 2009
Sunshine Cleaning is the best small movie so far this year. A wonderful, quirky story by first-time scribe Megan Holley that at first seems simple and direct and then reveals itself as complex and deeply layered.
People
Tall Tales Tall Tales
By John Clausen - May 30, 2009
Take a stroll through a local bamboo forest and discover the plethora of uses for this fast-growing plant.
Tough Job: Depth Perception
By E.L. Grenvick - May 30, 2009
Climb inside the life of a nuclear submarine driver.
A Bold Life: Ron Manheimer
By John Clausen - May 30, 2009
At age 66, the director of The Center for Creative Retirement is turning over a new leaf.
Setting the Record Straight
By Norm Powers - April 29, 2009
Henderson County’s unofficial historian has more than just a few stories to tell.
Art
The Fine print The Fine print
By John Clausen - May 30, 2009
Photographer John Orolin finds his inspiration in the spontaneity of daily life.
Thinking Big
By Joanne O'Sullivan - April 29, 2009
Local artist Jinx takes on big ideas and big themes in a big way.
Dining
When The Moon Hits Your Eye... When The Moon Hits Your Eye...
By Cathy Horton - May 30, 2009
Come to Mezzaluna for the food, but stay for the ambiance.
Mumbo Gumbo: Rib Roast
By Norm Powers - May 30, 2009
Get your eat on at the 16th Annual Blue Ridge BBQ Festival.
Chef Talk: Flying High
By Mackensy Lunsford - May 30, 2009
Flying Frog chef Vijay Shastri talks about his family and his philosophy.
Vine Line: Mead and My Honey
By Keith Dalbec - May 30, 2009
Dive into the mysterious world of mead.
Music
Passion Play Passion Play
By Robin Tolleson - May 30, 2009
Miriam Allen and the Pasionistas bring their mix of Latin American folk and Southern country to the Back Room in Flat Rock.
CD Reviews: Stephaniesid Warm People
By Brent Fleury - May 30, 2009
On their third full-length album, stepahniesid takes another big step on their five-year-and-counting indie-pop journey.
CD Reviews: Parrish Ellis City Lights, Country Blues
By Brent Fleury - May 30, 2009
While the sound and feel of his music may strike a familiar chord with many in the Asheville area, he manages to incorporate the grit of busy city streets into the dust of North Carolina’s back roads, putting a little English on conventional Appalachian roots music.
String Theory
By Robin Tolleson - April 29, 2009
Hear the fiddle as you’ve never heard it before.
Upfront
A Night at the Museum A Night at the Museum
By E.L. Grenvick - May 30, 2009
Party down with some artsy types at the Asheville Art Museum’s 60th Anniversary.
Keeping an Open Mind
By E.L. Grenvick - May 30, 2009
Grovewood Gallery opens its studio doors for a glimpse of the work of over 500 artists.
The Razor'sEdge
By E.L. Grenvick - May 30, 2009
Find out why the straight razor is making a comeback.
Pet Project
By John Clausen - April 29, 2009
Find out how to help our furry friends get a leg up.
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