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The Big Crafty’s creator shares her insights on Asheville's larger-than-life indie craft event
... from folksy to punk, from the irreverent to the fine. Why do you think the event is so popular here? We’ve tried hard to make ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  Arts Feature KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
Ride the waves with WNC’s leading female kayakers
... in your backyard.” What’s your favorite river & why? › I was just in Tibet. We paddled several different stretches of the ... ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
Touring Asheville with Jude Law, a local writer ponders the weight of Thomas Wolfe
... stepping into a storm more than roles. When I think of why Wolfe doesn’t appear on reading lists anymore and why people dismiss his ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES FEATURE SUB ...
Uncover treasures, raise your auction paddle, and find home design inspiration with our guide to an eclectic collection of antiques purveyors
... www.brunkauctions.com Brunk Auctions catalogs feature page after glossy page of items ranging from cultural treasures to ... wife Jeannette, and their sons, Charlie and Christian. Why it’s collectible: Considered “art pottery” these handmade pieces ...
Long-time green thumb, author, and WNC resident Nan K. Chase offers a guide to gardening in the mountains
... guide to gardening in the mountains A water feature, like this one in Millie Elmore’s Asheville garden, is high ... vast selection of long-lasting ornamentals, it’s no wonder why some gardeners feel overwhelmed by the sharp learning curve. Several ...
Locals, especially, can confirm Western North Carolina holds a wealth of riches. From natural wonders and cultural treasures to splurge-worthy experiences, the indulgences afforded in our mountains are, in many ways, priceless.
... a backdrop of passing clouds.” —Kent Priestley, from “Why We Love Western North Carolina,” WNC magazine, July 2012   ... into relatively little packages. Visit wncmagazine.com/feature/13_best_small_towns_western_north_carolina to learn all about the ...
Celebrate our anniversary with top 10 lists of local albums, books, fishing spots, movies, restaurants, and more
... County claiming the largest number of growers. Which is why Hendersonville’s annual apple festival—a real hometown affair held on ... courtesy of Old Edward's Inn; courtesy of Cúrate FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
True. We're biased. But we can't imagine a better place than the mountains to meet your local farmer, become a food entrepreneur, nosh on artisan eats, and savor a pint (or three).
... of vegetables also grows nutrient-rich grass, which is why the pasture-fed, antibiotic-free beef and bison raised here taste so fresh. ... Autry; Courtesy of Sierra Nevada & New Belgium. FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  Eat & Drink KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
If you’re feeling left behind in fitness-forward WNC. Don’t. It’s not about who wins the race or who’s the most flexible yogi. Exercise is about finding an activity that moves your body and spirit. Check out this beginners' guide to get you hooked on cycling, running, or yoga, complete with inspiration from three folks who’ve already found what they love to do.
... says Mike Noonan of BioWheels in Asheville. That’s why it’s wise to go to a shop for your ride, rather than buying used wheels ... Haynes ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
Meet a group of outdoor entrepreneurs who mix business and pleasure in the pursuit of great gear
... Edisto. The only exception in namesakes is The River Why, titled after author David James Duncan’s book. Last year, Orr made ... by Eric Crews, Rita Larkin & Melissa Reardon FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
With 50 breweries counting, Western North Carolina's reputation as a craft beer mecca continues to grow, but for how long? Experts and brewers weigh in on the industry's future.
... “The love and the culture of craft beer is a big reason why the major breweries end up locating here.” Crafting Camaraderie ... ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  EAT & DRINK FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
Sometimes, smaller is better.
... serves as a popular refueling station. That’s one reason why places like the Lazy Hiker Brewing Company and Outdoor 76 gear shop have ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES FEATURE SUB ...
Documentary filmmaker Jeremy Seifert hungers for challenging stories about our daily diets
... my veggies, but I usually don’t know where they come from. Why should I? JS : Because there’s this old maxim that we all know but ... PHOTOGRAPHER:  Matt Rose FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES FEATURE SUB ...
... as the director of design for the mill. Her comment on why they forged ahead when others closed is simple: “By the time we got the ... RESOURCES:  Photography by Peak Definition FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  ARTS & EVENTS FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
On your mark, get set, sew!
... On your mark, get set, sew! Why is it that a sewing machine can strike fear in our hearts? Once the go-to ... Brown ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  ARTS & EVENTS FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
Mamie Thompson Gumbs shines a light on the black experience at her Forest City museum
... Arts Museum and Historical Society. “Everybody asked ‘Why did you keep all this stuff?’” she chuckles. “But I had an idea in my ... Rose ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES FEATURE SUB ...
Seven community leaders who found their inspiration to do good at summer camp
... while I was there. I shared that with Payson, and it’s why we came up here—we thought living and working on the river would be a ... Brown ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES FEATURE SUB ...
You are now leaving WNC. Don’t call us traitors for straying from our beloved natural wonderland. Sometimes you just have to play outside the lines. After all, much of what we love here—lofty peaks, wild rivers, picturesque lakes, and awe-inspiring trails—spills over into Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Summer is the season to grab your gear, whether it be a life jacket, fishing rod, hiking boots, or mountain bike, and head for great escapes just across the border.
... you’re pedaling in a low gear, you might get a feel for why the slow-chugging trains got the “creeper” nickname—independent of ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
Embark on a tour of six distinct wine-producing regions in WNC, and find out why each of our vineyards and wineries can boast of unique and notable fruits of the vine.
... of six distinct wine-producing regions in WNC, and find out why each of our vineyards and wineries can boast of unique and notable fruits ... (3, raffaldini) by monty & brenda combs FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  EAT & DRINK FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
After decades of neglect, WNC’s most iconic river flows toward a promising future
... recent one, and the public’s past ambivalence may explain why there are just four public access points along a six-mile stretch of river ... & White image) courtesy of the Library of Congress FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
Western North Carolina’s worlds of wonder
... and fall merriment in the mountains of North Carolina—why not? That’s been the sentiment behind Santa’s Land Fun Park and ... George; image (brochure) courtesy of Tim Hollis FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
Carrie Wagner's cultural exchanges bring home global insights meant to be shared
... immersion. Questions about life invaded Carrie’s thinking. Why were these people so poor when others were so wealthy? In a community where ... Wagner ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES FEATURE SUB ...
38 local artists you need to hear this summer.
... and high energy instrumentals live, you’ll understand why this ensemble’s fan base is growing. Online: ... by Gary Reckard; U.S. Christmas by Arnaud Boley FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  ARTS & EVENTS FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
You can never foresee how the life you choose—or the one that chooses you—can ultimately impact someone in extraordinary ways. Meet seven inspirational locals whose personal journeys are making a big difference in the lives of others.
... “I said to Susie, ‘This is what we should be doing. Why not build a camp in the Blue Ridge Mountains?’” The van der Vorsts ... Rian PHOTOGRAPHER:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES FEATURE SUB ...
Ben Lovett left Hollywood behind for Asheville, but there’s no stopping his rock ‘n’ roll filmmaking
... music. “During the course of making it, we realized, ‘Why force this story to be anchored along the pace of this three-and-a-half ... by Brother Dorn; (“black curtain”) by Nate Dorn FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  ARTS & EVENTS FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
Meet 11 leaders in the quest to conserve WNC’s natural areas
... stewardship of the earth. In this special package, we profile key players in the never-ending effort to conserve the natural ... story. His aim is to craft an inspiring narrative of why conserving and connecting ecologically sensitive mountaintops and ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
Conductor Keith Lockhart inspires the next generation at Brevard Music Center
... delighting over 40,000 audience members each summer. Why does Lockhart pause his work as conductor of the Boston Pops and BBC ... by Marco Borggreve; Photograph by Mike Belleme FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  ARTS & EVENTS FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
For all of its storm and stress, 2020 proved to be a watershed for WNC authors, with a wave of them publishing particularly notable titles
... in a place like Western North Carolina. I saw no reason why I should put off that luxury.” In a coveted starred review, ... Appalachian State University & Mallory Cash Photo FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  ARTS & EVENTS KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
We asked chefs to spill the beans on their favorite local restaurants, bars, and purveyors, and the results offer a delicious insider’s guide to Asheville’s best eats and drinks
... corn tortillas and all the fixins’,” make it easy to see why many chefs and in-the-know locals head here when they want generous ... Lane Photography; Photographs (5) by Reese Moore FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  EAT & DRINK FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
... Dive into Downtown You can explain why Asheville is called the “Paris of the South” over lunch at Crêperie ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
Carrying sound and story is the only way to live for a musical storyteller, rock-and-roll rambler, and two gifted brothers who all call the foothills of Western North Carolina home
... {Lenoir} It’s the whisper heard between sets. “Why aren’t they in Nashville? Those boys are better than anything on the ... Brown ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  ARTS & EVENTS FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...