Hello Thursday.
March 28 2024
Celebrating NC's Indigenous tribes
In 10+ states — including North Cackalack — the second Monday in October is also recognized as Indigenous Peoples' Day. And the City of Asheville has recognized Indigenous People's Day as a city holiday since 2016. In its honor, we’re bringing you a look at some ways you can celebrate Indigenous folks locally, as well as a way to learn about NC’s 8 recognized Native American tribes.
In WNC
- We recommend checking out “A Living Language: Cherokee Syllabary & Contemporary Art,” which highlights the Indigenous language’s legacy as a form of cultural expression + pride. It’s currently on display at the Museum of the Cherokee Indian through Oct. 31. If you can’t make the ~1 hour drive, the exhibit will also show at the Asheville Art Museum from Nov. 19, 2021- March 14, 2022.
- There’s also The Basket, the Center for Craft’s Cherokee Basketry Public Art Parklet project. A collabo between the Center for Craft and members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, it will be a nod to Cherokee basketry, as well as the Cherokee language, traditions + culture. DYK downtown Asheville (and much of the area) was built on the ancestral lands of the Anikituwahgi (now known as the Cherokee)? Support the project here.
Virtual
- If online is more your speed, check out the North Carolina Museum of History’s 26th Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration. Slated for Sat., Nov. 20 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., it offers opportunities to interact with American Indians from NC’s 8 recognized tribes through live presentations + panels. There’s also a slew of educational videos celebrating the history and culture of our American Indian communities.
And there's more. Click the button below to get acquainted with each of NC's Indigenous tribes.👇
Today
- Trivia Monday on Haywood | Mon., Oct. 11 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Archetype Brewing, 265 Haywood Rd. | Free | Test your knowledge for a chance to win some gift cards.
Tuesday
- Colony House | Tues., Oct. 12 | 7 p.m. | The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Ave. | $20+ | Bring proof of vaccination to see this American indie rock quartet. 🎤
- Animal Signs | Tues., Oct. 12 | 12:30-4 p.m. | Mountain Trail Outdoor School at Kanuga, 130 Kanuga Chapel Dr. Hendersonville | $30 | Hands-on outdoor ecology field trip for kids ages 4-12 that teach animal detection.🐾
- WNC Career Expo | Tues., Oct. 12 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | WNC Agricultural Center, 765 Boylston Hwy., Fletcher | Free | Come talk to employers in manufacturing, technology, health care, tourism, professional services, and other growth industries. 🤝
- Webinar with Blue Ridge Parkway Superintendent | Tues., Oct. 12 | 11 a.m. | Virtual | Free | Learn what Tracy Swartout is envisioning for the National Park Service.
Wednesday
- Religion + Art in the 21st Century | Wed., Oct. 13 | 7:30 p.m. | Virtual or at Black Mountain College Museum + Art Center, 120 College St. | Free | Join religion and art scholar Aaron Rosen for a talk about how artists are reframing the way others view religion + spirituality.
- NOH8 Beer Release Party | Wed., Oct. 13 | 5:30 p.m. | Archetype Brewing, 265 Haywood Rd. | Free | Try the first round of this beer series where a percentage of the proceeds will go to the non-profit, The Campaign for Southern Equality. 🍻
- Discussion Bound | Wed., Oct. 13 | 12-1 p.m. | Asheville Art Museum, 2 South Pack Sq. | $15 | Discuss Composition in Retrospect by John Cage with curatorial assistant, Alexis Meldrum.
- Tami's SoulSpeak with Animals | Wed., Oct. 13 | 8:00-9:00 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Find out if animals have superpowers + learn more about the world of everyday super pets during this session with healer and animal communicator Tami. Ⓟ
We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
Weather
- 77º | Partly cloudy | 11% chance of rain
Jobs
- The Outdoor Gear Builders of WNC has launched a new WNC Outdoor Industry Job Board. Free for job seekers, it’s designed to connect outdoor companies to prospective employees. Learn more here.
Health
- Local nonprofit A Therapist Like Me is hosting a pop-up clinic with free resources + support for and by people who identify as Hispanic or Latin on Tues., Oct. 12 from 6-8 p.m., both virtually and in-person. Drop into 441 N. Louisiana Ave. or register online.
Cause
- Wanna celebrate National Coming Out Day? Stop by New Belgium Brewing (21 Craven St.) for happy hour today, Oct. 11, from 6-7 p.m. Youth OutRight is the recipient of the brewery’s room donations program, and Thai food truck Bun Intended will be there to donate 10% of its sales to the nonprofit. 🌈
- Hey, squirrel friends, Appalachian Wildlife Refuge is caring for a number of squirrels which need nutrition in the form of native nuts. The critters, along with dozens of turtles, also need dry leaves for their pens for the upcoming winter. Email the org if you want to help out. 🐿️
- The holidays are approaching, which means Eliada Home is seeking folks to sponsor a child and fulfill their wish list. For most of these children, the gifts they receive from sponsors are the only ones they’ll receive that year. To sign up to sponsor 1 or more kids, email Rebecca Boline. 🎁
Biz
- Major congrats to Venture Asheville, a local mentorship + accelerator program for entrepreneurs, on receiving an award for Excellence in Economic Development from the International Economic Development Council. The org was recognized specifically for its Venture 15 Awards and Venture Asheville Honors event that ranks the area’s 15 fastest growing startups.
DYK
- The inaugural PumpkinPOST takes place Nov. 6 from 2-4 p.m. at the Dr. John Wilson Community Garden (99 White Pine Dr., Black Mountain). Folks are encouraged to bring Halloween pumpkins, which they can safely smash to compost for the garden. Still edible pumpkins will be donated to Bounty & Soul. 🎃
Show
- In honor of its 25th birthday on Sat., Oct. 23, the Surreal Sirkus is returning. From 2-10 p.m., City County Plaza will be awash in art installations, vendors, food trucks, and live entertainment from Unifire Theater, Snake Oil Medicine Show + more. 🎉
Arts
- Know a rad local arts leader? Through Oct. 15, nominate them for the inaugural John Cram Arts Leadership Award, which will be presented on Wed., Nov. 3. Named in honor of the local entrepreneur + philanthropist, it’s meant to honor folks who’ve made significant contributions to the local arts scene. 🏆 (Mountain Xpress)
Coronavirus
- As Buncombe prepares to enter another winter with Covid-19, the Asheville Citizen-Times checked in with Buncombe County Public Health Director Stacie Saunders. Stacie says she is cautiously optimistic about public health so long as the local decline in transmission rates and increase in vaccination rates continue.
Ranked
- UNC Asheville is featured in The Princeton Review’s 2022 edition of The Best 387 Colleges. UNC Asheville earned 2 spots on the 26 “Great Lists” the Princeton Review curated for their milestone 30th edition – Great College City + Great Town-Gown Relations. Ⓟ
Shop
- The Folk School Craft Shop in Brasstown is now open at limited capacity. Plan your visit anytime Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. + on Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Bring your mask, or visit virtually. Ⓟ
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Spooky season, but make it cute. That’s the vibe we’re getting — and loving — from local shop Trade & Lore Coffee (37 Wall St.). Its holiday decor includes this adorable UniCorgi, a unicorn-Corgi hybrid, which we’ve never seen before.
Oh, and while you’re there, don’t forget to order a Sweet Potato Spiced Latte, a local + delicious spin on the ubiquitous Pumpkin Spice Latte. ☕
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