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Monday, January 13, 202501/13/2025

Random Acts of Flowers Asheville – 1/12/2025

Vicki Catalano, Board President Random Acts of Flowers makes real impact in communities around the country. Whether we’re improving people’s…

Monday, January 6, 202501/06/2025

Food Connection – 1/5/2025

Flori Pate Co-Founder / Leader of Community Engagement Food Connection eases hunger, reduces waste and supports our local food industry…

Thursday, January 2, 202501/02/2025

Alzheimer’s Association Western Carolina Chapter – 12/29/2024

Kathrine Lambert, CEO Western Carolina Chapter; The Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter serves 49 counties in western and central…

Monday, December 23, 202412/23/2024

FEMA – 12/22/2024

FEMA’s employees are committed to serving our country before, during and after disasters. Every day more than 20,000 emergency managers…

Monday, December 16, 202412/16/2024

Asheville Humane Society – 12/15/2024

Laresa Griffin, Asheville Humane Society WE DON’T STOP AT ADOPT. We believe that every animal deserves a life worth living.…

Monday, December 9, 202412/09/2024

Crossnore Communities for Children – 12/8/2024

Angela Bollo-Higgins, Regional Director of External Relations for Crossnore Crossnore Communities for Children is a recognized leader in helping children…

Monday, December 2, 202412/02/2024

Arms Around ASD – 12/1/2024

Michele Louzon, Executive Director. The mission of Arms Around ASD is to support the autism community through self-care and development…

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Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Dec. 26-28

Looking for plans after the holidays? Check out our list of events this weekend, from a holiday tiki pop-up to family-friendly fun.

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‘Song Sung Blue’ is a messy melodrama, but sung sweet – 828reviewsNOW

There is something irresistible about Neil Diamond's "Sweet Caroline," especially as performed by Kate Hudson and Hugh Jackman. "Song Sung Blue" understands this very well. Read our full review of the musical melodrama below.

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Tired of ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’? Try these alternative Christmas movies

Are you feeling reluctant to take "Elf" off the shelf? Is your "Home Alone" tradition in need of renovation? Is your 34th viewing of "Miracle on 34th Street" just one time too many? Like Rudolph with his nose so bright, 828reviewsNOW is here to help.

4 days ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Music, On The Town

WNC bluegrass band to celebrate 500th performance this weekend

Local bluegrass outfit The JackTown Ramblers are heading to Jack of the Wood for their 500th performance this weekend. The bluegrass band will take to the stage from 8:30-11:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 27 at the downtown pub.

5 days ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives

Top 5 international movies of 2025 – 828reviewsNOW

2025 was a fantastic year for global cinema. From searing docudramas to surreal celebrations of the film medium itself, we visit Brazil, China, Iran, Norway and Palestine to bring you the best international movies of 2025. Read our list.