Hanging out with friends is a universal good time. In gardening we hang out with plants, and they become our friends.
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Wild Heart Farm & Sanctuary
In 2018, Beryl Lynn was in the midst of a separation and had a clear idea of where she wanted her life to go. “I envisioned a safe place where I could live in harmony with the land, with my children, providing sanctuary to animals both domestic and wild ...
Eat Your View: Sea Monsters and Early Spice Traders
As we all begin to cook more at home and experiment with different recipes and ingredients to spice up our meals, let’s take a quick look at the early history of the spice trade. Be warned: horrible sea monsters lurk here.
Wortham Center Creates New Connections
Diana Wortham Theatre transformed from a single-stage entity into Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, a three-venue, three-stage performing arts complex, in 2019.
The Wild Truth: Chipmunks are Complex Animals That Deserve Our Attention
When you think of chipmunks, what’s your first reaction? “Awwww!” or “Arrgghh!”? While you may not be enamored with them in your garden, you might grudgingly admit these bright-eyed little creatures can be endearing.
Trout Season’s a Great Reason for Getting Outdoors
Spring is almost upon us. Dogwoods are starting to blossom. The trees are beginning to get their green hue. Cabin fever has everyone itching to get outside. While it’s still a little chilly for it, thousands of people are getting ready to jump in a cold mountain stream.
History Feature: On the Trail of Hernando de Soto
Four hundred and eighty years ago this month, searching for Indian gold mines, Hernando de Soto and his conquistadors became the first Europeans to cross the Blue Ridge.
Climate City 2020
When we hear about the disastrous effects of climate change and its toll on both the planet and society, the spread of disease is often given little to no consideration as a real and dangerous threat.
Digital Heritage Moment: Appalachian Dulcimers
Blue Ridge Orchestra Announces Interim Music Director
Digital Experiences at the WCU Bardo Arts Center
ASO Executive Director Departs
Asheville Chamber Music Series Reschedules Jupiter String Quartet with Michael Brown
In Bloom: Fringe Tree
Music Feature: Jon Stickley Trio
Greeting Cards for the Socially Isolated
Book Feature: A Literary Field Guide to Southern Appalachia
Book Feature: Miss Julia Knows a Thing or Two
NC Arboretum’s Nature Connects®: Art with LEGO® Bricks Rescheduled for July
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