Hello Friday.
April 19 2024
DYK National Small Business Week is recognized May 3-7? All week long, small businesses throughout the US will celebrate the contributions they make to local economies.
Photo courtesy of the Asheville Chamber of Commerce
Small businesses keep us fed, clothed, on trend, and entertained. Asheville’s local restaurants, mom + pop shops, and startups are a big reason our city has been able to maintain its culture as the area continues to grow. Moreover, they’re also major contributors to the local economy.
According to the Asheville Chamber of Commerce, 96% of Asheville businesses have fewer than 50 employees. Talk about economic impact.
To commemorate the week, the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce is offering some events this week:
- Professional Headshots by Julieta Fumberg Creative | Wed., May 5 | 9–11:30 a.m. | In-person | $150, registration required | Put your best face forward with new headshots at a discount rate from Julia Fumberg Creative.
- Smart Series: Social Economics & Gentrification | Wed., May 5 | 12–1 p.m. | Virtual | Free, registration required | Anna Zuevskaya, Executive Director of Asheville-Buncombe Community Land Trust, discusses innovative approaches to combat Asheville’s growing housing crisis.
- Sky High Secrets to Success | Thurs., May 6 | 9–10 a.m. | Virtual | Free, registration required | Learn tips + tricks from local companies, including Mosaix Group and Vannoy Construction.
- Business After Hours at Aloft | Thurs, May 6 | 5:30–7 p.m. | Aloft Asheville Downtown, 51 Biltmore Ave. l | Free, no registration required | Mix and mingle with other local professionals while enjoying small bites and 2 drink tokens per person for wine + beer. COVID restrictions/health protocols apply.
Share this with your friends who love supporting local business owners as much as you do.
Show
Drink
- May The 4th Be With You Beer Release | Tues., May. 4 | 6-8 p.m. | Catawba Brewing Co., 32 Banks Ave. | Free | Try the new Matchalorian Baby Saison, dress up to win a prize + BYO Star Wars games. 🚀
Learn
Film
- HAYMARKET: Documentary Film Screening | Tues., May. 4 | 7 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Watch a film about the Chicago Haymarket Tragedy + speak with award-winning filmmaker, director, producer + cinematographer Adrian Prawica. 📽
Talk
- Retirement Seminar – Turn Volatility Into Opportunity | Tues., May. 4 | 6:00-7:30 p.m. | Biltmore Hilton Hotel, 43 Town Square Blvd., Asheville, NC 28803 | Free | Join local retirement planning professional, Paul Buckle CPA, for an upcoming webinar and gain tools that can help protect your wealth. Ⓟ 💬
Find more of this week’s local events in our May PlanAhead.
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Weather
- 78º | Thunderstorms | 70% chance of rain
Civic
- Want to help steer the future of Buncombe County? Applications are now open for 20 residents to join the steering committee for the Buncombe County Comprehensive Plan. The commitment lasts for 3 years + kicks off August 2021. The deadline to apply is May 17. Apply here. 🏢
Cause
Community
- Do Asheville’s suite of bear-resistant trash cans work? As local bears come out of hibernation, the city’s new trash cans (which launched in November of 2020) are finally getting put to the test. The cans are showing early signs of success, with only one bear break-in occurring thus far. 🐻(Mountain Xpress)
Job
- North Carolina-based retailer Lowe’s is hosting a National Hiring Day today from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. at all stores. The retailer is looking for team members to fill thousands of seasonal, part-time + full-time positions. Visit the registration table or customer service to sign in. 🛠️ (WLOS)
DYK
- After closing in 2002, local blanket maker Beacon Manufacturing raised post-depression spirits with jobs + baseball. The Beacon Blanketeers played at Beacon’s Nolan Field and hosted names such as "Pepper" Martin, Wade "Gobbler" Martin, "Nanner Nose" Barnwell + more. Read more here. ⚾ (Asheville Citizen-Times)
Coronavirus
- Check out the latest COVID-19 stats for NC from the Department of Health and Human Services here. As of Monday afternoon, 17,514 cases and 313 deaths have been reported in Buncombe County. See more Buncombe County-specific info, including waitlist numbers and vaccines distributed, here.
Edu
Number
- 5. That’s how many days until Mother’s Day (read: how many days you have to make reservations + treat Mom right). #ProTip: If she loves seafood, you can take her to The Lobster Trap — make your reservation here. 🦪 Ⓟ
ICYMI, we recently asked you to send us all the homeownership questions you’ve been too afraid to ask. From water heater woes to toilet tips, you delivered — and now, the pros at MB HAYNES have answers:
Q: Should I turn off the water heater when I'm away for a month?
A: You will save electricity or gas if you turn off the water heater for that month. Be sure to also turn off the water supply to the house — that will limit damage in the event of a leak.
Q: Can you flush small hair trimmings down the toilet?
A: As a general rule, sending hair down the drain can cause larger problems later on. Hair tends to stick to the inside of pipes, leading to build-up and clogs over time. It is best to dispose of hair in the garbage.
Q: Water pressure: Is it possible to make it better?
A: Yes, booster pumps can increase the water pressure in any building.
Q: What can't I pour down my sink, and why?
A: The waste piping lines connected to your sink are small, and it does not take much to clog them up. Grease is one of the worst things you can pour down the drain. When it cools, it sticks to the inside of the pipes, and then other solids stick to the grease. Ⓟ
Happy pre-Cinco de Mayo, Asheville.
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