Barberville Baptist Church lost their classrooms and administrative offices in a fire on 8/5/08 with losses estimated at over $2,000,000. Donations to help with the cost of rebuilding are being accepted at any branch of Wachovia Bank.
Individuals can simply contribute at any Wachovia, any teller. Wachovia Bank branches in the entire area have the information needed for contributions!
Congregation of Barberville Baptist Church wishes to express their heartfelt appreciation for the love and kindness offered from their community!
August 30 | 10am - 2pm - Have your documents shredded and get a free health check-up while you wait.
Three Streams Family Health, a local non profit medical mission that serves the un-insured in WNC, is teaming up with American Shredding Systems August 30th 10-2pm for a “Shreddin & Sheddin” Day.
Bring your private documents and have them shredded on-site for only $10.00. While you’re waiting get your BP, Height, Weight and pulse checked for free and visit with our nutritionist for some great ideas!
Call 285-9725 for more information or visit us Saturday, August 30th at the Westridge Shopping Center near the Asheville Savings Bank!
Saturday, September 6, 2008
11:00am – 12:30pm
The Health Adventure
Come and make more toys to experiment with! See how linkages work by making a butterfly with wings you can flap. Make a silly Martian hat to play around with balance and movement. Click here for more info!
This 5K race is in memory of John B. Lewis. All proceeds will benefit the outreach programs of the Asheville Buncombe Youth Soccer Association.
JBL Memorial 5K Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008 9:00 a.m. Azalea Rd. in Azalea Park Asheville, NC
This 5K race is in memory of John B. Lewis. All proceeds will benefit the outreach programs of the Asheville Buncombe Youth Soccer Association. To register: www.setupevents.com Race Entry Fee: $25.00 For more information: dorsett1@yadtel.net
Sponsors: Wachovia Securities and Hampton Inns-Asheville
The Fresh Market at 944 Merrimon Avenue will host a Wine Gala on Tuesday, September 9 from 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. to benefit The Rathbun Center, the hospital hospitality house in Asheville.
The Fresh Market at 944 Merrimon Avenue will host a Wine Gala on Tuesday, September 9 from 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. to benefit The Rathbun Center, the hospital hospitality house in Asheville. An assortment of red, white and sparkling wines will be available to sample. Each of the wines will be paired with a sumptuous array of foods including prime rib, shrimp, fruits, cheeses, canapés and chocolates at 9 different tasting stations located throughout the store. A silent auction and door prize drawings will continue throughout the event to assist the organization in raising additional funds. Discounts on wine by the case and by the bottle will be available during the event. Tickets are limited and go on sale immediately. For information call The Rathbun Center at 828-251-0595.
September 19 from 6 – 9 p.m
Presented by Full Spectrum Farms, seeking to serve WNC adults with autism and their families
The gala will benefit Full Spectrum Farms as they seek to establish a residential farm community for adults with autism in Western North Carolina. The gala will be held at Claxton Farm in Weaverville North Carolina and will include an oyster roast, lowcountry buffet, live auction and live bluegrass music. For more information please contact Full Spectrum Farms at 828.293.2521.
June 13, 2008 through September 28, 2008
The Health Adventure
If your parents never let you break open your Etch A Sketch® to find out how it works, or if you've been wondering how to stop your toddler's push toy from making such an infernal racket, you'll love Toys: The Inside Story. This exhibition illustrates the simple mechanisms commonly found in toys and lets visitors create their own toy-like combinations of gears, pulleys, linkages, cams, and circuits. Many of the exhibits are free-form and open-ended. Click here for more info!
October 11, 2008 beginning at 6PM
Blue Ridge Motion Picture, Asheville, NC
The annual fundraiser, which benefits The Health Adventure's mission of improving health awareness, promoting wellness lifestyles, and increasing science literacy in western North Carolina through programs and exhibits, will take place at Blue Ridge Motion Pictures in Asheville, NC. Tickets are on sale via phone at 828.254.6373 ext 332. Click here for more info!
What: Lake Eden Arts Festival (LEAF) Celebrating 26 Festivals! Mission: Connecting Cultures & Creating Community Through Music & Arts When: October 17-19 Where: Camp Rockmont in Black Mountain, NC Tickets: www.LakeEdenArtsFestival.org & 828/68•MUSIC (686-8742)