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Local volunteer opportunities for MLK Day
Two ladies taping up boxes smiling
Volunteering can bring a smile to your face and to others. | Photo provided by God’s Pantry Food Bank
Each year, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is observed as a federal holiday on the third Monday of January — today. The theme for this year is “Cultivating a Beloved Community Mindset to Transform Unjust Systems,” according to The King Center — a nonprofit founded by MLK’s wife, Coretta Scott King, to continue Dr. King’s legacy.

If you have time to dedicate to our community, here are three local volunteer organizations:
  • Hood Huggers | Help out in the Peace Gardens, donate time and knowledge, and assist with special events, including the annual Day of Service on MLK Jr. Day.
  • MANNA FoodBank | Support the warehouse, table events, sort produce and bread, and help distribute food.
  • BeLoved Asheville | Help construct affordable housing, provide outreach to folks on the street, and contribute to health equity.
Or participate in these local events:
Looking for other ways to get involved? Check out more local volunteer opportunities through the link below.
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Monday, Jan. 16
  • Seconds Sale | Monday, Jan. 16-Monday, Jan. 30 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | North Carolina Glass Center, 140 Roberts St. Ste. C, Asheville | Free | Find great deals on original glass artwork at the NC Glass Center.
Tuesday, Jan. 17
  • Lake Street Dive | Tuesday, Jan. 17 | 10 a.m. | Harrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville, 87 Haywood St., Asheville | $37-$77 | Enjoy an easygoing, semi-acoustic evening with Lake Street Dive as the band performs a revue of their 18-year catalog of songs.
  • Dixon’s Violin w/ Eli Kahn | Tuesday, Jan. 17 | 6:30-10 p.m. | The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave., Asheville | $17-$25 | This one-man symphony uses a looping system and five-string electric violin to produce a visionary musical performance.
  • Debut Storytellers! | Tuesday, Jan. 17 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Weaverville Community Center, 60 Lakeshore Dr., Weaverville | Free | Enjoy the tales of four newly-minted storytellers as they share funny and touching perspectives.
  • Open House Events at Carolina Day School | Tuesday, Jan. 17-Thursday, Jan. 19 | Times vary | Carolina Day School, 1345 Hendersonville Rd., Asheville | Free | Ashevillians are invited to tour Carolina Day during an upcoming Open House for an up close and personal visit to help them choose their child’s school for the 2023-24 school year.*
Wednesday, Jan. 18
  • Birding for Kids with the NC Arboretum | Wednesday, Jan. 18 | 4-5 p.m. | Weaverville Library, 41 N. Main St., Weaverville | Free | This educational program teaches about some WNC bird species and helps attendees spot birds living around the library.
Thursday, Jan. 19
  • Winter: Nature Reflections | Thursday, Jan. 19 | 10:30-11:45 a.m. | Buncombe County Special Collections at Pack Memorial Library, 67 Haywood St., Asheville | Free | Explore ways to stay grounded during the cold season in this adult program that’s part biology, part readings, and part guided reflection.
  • Janis Joplin’s 80th Birthday Party | Thursday, Jan. 19 | 9 p.m. | Asheville Music Hall, 31 Patton Ave., Asheville | $15 | Enjoy an evening of music, dancing, and drinks in celebration of the famed rock vocalist.
Friday, Jan. 20
  • Larkin Poe | Friday, Jan. 20 | 8 p.m. | The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Ave., Asheville | $28-$30 | Catch the Grammy-nominated duo of singer-songwriter sisters performing their own blend of blues, Americana, and Southern rock.
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New year, new name for Samsel Architects
The team at local architectural studio Altura Architects pose for a photo under their new logo.
“Altura” signifies the studio’s commitment to a higher purpose, including creating buildings that elevate the lives of its clients, the community, and the planet. | Photo provided by Altura Architects
You know the name, you love their work, and today, we’re introducing you to the newly (re)named Altura Architects. 👋

Sure, the name is new, but the local architectural studio (and the people who work there) hasn’t changed. The studio is still locally owned by Duncan McPherson and Nathan Bryant, who’ve both been with the firm for 20+ years.

So why the name change? “Altura” means height, altitude, a high place; It’s a tribute to the mountains surrounding AVL and symbolizes the studio’s commitment to a high level of service + design excellence.

Ashevillians can continue to count on the studio for:
  • Timeless, custom architecture
  • Being trusted guides each step of the way
  • Sustainable design principles
  • Exceptional artistic vision that reflects 828’s mountain region*
SEE THE STUDIO'S RECENT WORK

Weather
  • 55º | Mostly cloudy | 2% chance of rain
Civic
  • All Buncombe County administrative offices will be closed today in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.
Development
  • A new three-story commercial office building is planned for South Asheville. The site is located on a four-acre vacant property at 92 Peachtree Rd., behind the Hendersonville Rd. Walmart. Developers anticipate a six-month design + permitting process, with construction slated to take roughly a year. Get details. 🏗️ (Asheville Citizen-Times)
Edu
  • WCU geology professor Amy Fagan is part of a team prepping the Artemis III mission, NASA’s first human-landing mission in 50 years. The mission plans to be the first to put a woman and person of color on the moon and is expected to be completed in 2025. Learn more. 🌕 (Blue Ridge Public Radio)
Eat
  • Craving some fantastic fried yard bird? The Market Place’s Chef William Dissen has shared his recipe, which recommends brining the chicken in pickle juice (rather than buttermilk) before breading and frying it. 🍗 (Southern Kitchen)
  • Skip the meal hassle with Sunbasket, a meal kit delivery service that makes healthy eating beyond easy. Sunbasket offers 10 different meal plans that work for those with dietary preferences and specific restrictions (think: paleo, gluten-free, veg, diabetes-friendly + more). Bonus: Sign up for $100 off your first four deliveries. 🥕 *
Active
  • The 15th annual Asheville Hot Chocolate Races will take place Saturday, Jan. 21. There are 5K and 10K options, a Hot Chocolate Half Marathon, and a Marshmallow Dash for kids 12 and younger. Proceeds benefit Isaac Dickson Elementary School’s Parent Teacher Organization. Register. 👟
Plan Ahead
  • The fourth annual Cupid is Stupid event will take place at Hi-Wire Brewing - Biltmore Village (2A Huntsman Pl.) on Sunday, Feb. 12 from 1-4 p.m. The fundraiser for the Pink Boots Society of North Carolina lets attendees use an arsenal of bludgeoning devices to smash a car. 🔨
Arts
  • New Year, new hobby? If stepping up your skills is in the cards for 2023, we’ve got a solution: a class at the John C. Campbell Folk School. Some of our top picks include organic gardening, artisan bread making, and printmaking. What’s your next hobby?*
Seasonal
  • If you’ve got sticker shock from your winter energy bills, it’s time to break out the space heater. Solve chilly mornings the energy efficient way with the Dr. Infrared Heater that warms objects, not the air. Hello, cozy legs. Bonus: Heat your patio with infrared, too. 🔥*
Drink
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Today’s issue was written by Brook.

Editor’s pick: Want to give back to your community, but can’t swing it today? Be sure to check out our guide to area volunteer opportunities.

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