Paddling for Perspective
“We are not promised tomorrow,” remarks Angela Evans, a kayaker, author, and life coach. “It’s about the quality of your life. … Find what…
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Rodeo Rears Its Head
Cultural mainstay returns to the Ag Center The Southern Rodeo Association’s equivalent of the Super Bowl comes to the WNC Agricultural Center in Fletcher,…
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What All Those Pie Charts Actually Mean
How population statistics will inform the future With politics dominating the news as a presidential election year approaches, this month’s “Political Demography” course at…
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The Feed & Seed Circle Will Be Unbroken
“Ryman of the Blue Ridge” building turns 100 When Pastor Phillip Trees took over the Feed & Seed in 2007, he encountered some deep-seated…
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Because Milk Doesn’t Grow in Grocery Stores
Farm City Day isn’t a fraction as big as the Apple Festival. What’s more, organizers like Steve Pettis stress that the day is all…
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Libations in the Library
It’s no mystery that wine makes scavenger hunts more fun “We think it’s the most fun you can have in a library,” declares Lanier…
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Not the Prince’s Polo
Equestrian sport is all about fast moves and enthusiastic fans “Keep your head on a swivel!” was the succinct advice offered by the arena…
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Carnegie Library and Other Rich Discoveries
Comprehensive architectural tour turns Main Street inside out Doug Gelbert has literally written the book on walking tours. More accurately, he’s written hundreds of books on…
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A Sunset Celebration
In late July, The Free Clinics will host an exclusive event at The Cabin Ridge on the top of Sugarloaf Mountain. “Sunset Dining on…
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Bee the Change
Grounded in a personal mission to paint 5,000 honeybees across the U.S., artist Matthew Willey has gone far beyond what he thought was attainable…
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