If you want to work with animals, consider the counselor position. | Photo via Asheville Humane Society
As Helene ripped through WNC and caused destruction to our infrastructure, it also brought about significant challenges to our economy, leaving many locals without jobs. So if you’re looking for work and want to make a difference, here are five nonprofit organizations hiring right now in the Asheville area.
The goal of this full-time role is to help connect lost and found pets with their owners — see more of the job’s responsibilities and requirements and apply.
Use project management and relationship-building skills to coordinate Community Nights, which offer students and families academic support, community resources, and a nutritious meal. The deadline to apply is Monday, Dec. 2 at 4 p.m.
Pro tip: To keep up with local job openings in the nonprofit sector, WNC Nonprofit Pathways’ jobs board is a great resource.
Friday, Nov. 15 Laughter in the Heart of Asheville | 6:30-10 p.m. | Botanist & Barrel Tasting Bar + Bottle Shop | $20 | Have a laugh at this comedy benefit show supporting Asheville Comic Aid and BeLoved Asheville.
Scuttlebutt + Hole | 9 p.m. | La Zoom Room | $27 | A portion of ticket sales from this night of improv and storytelling will benefit Hole Doughnuts and Noodle Hole.
Saturday, Nov. 16 6th Anniversary Celebration | 2-9 p.m. | Asheville Dispensary | Free | The lounge is celebrating with vendors, live entertainment, sales + giveaways, and food from The Smokin’ Onion.
Silent Book Club | 6-8 p.m. | Haywood Famous | Free | Bring a book or buy a book from the Cuentos y Cafe BIPOC Bookstore pop-up, and find a chill place to read.
Sunday, Nov. 17 Big Love for Salvage Station Benefit | 6 p.m. | Asheville Music Hall | $10+ suggested donation | A lively lineup of local musicians is on deck for this benefit show supporting Salvage Station.
Monday, Nov. 18 Mental Health Mondays | 2-3 p.m. | Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce | Free, RSVP | This session will be structured as a “Listening Circle,” facilitated by Resources for Resilience — join in person or via Zoom.
Tuesday, Nov. 19 Naughty Noel, No, No, No! | 6-7 p.m. | Malaprop’s Bookstore/Cafe | Free | Join local author Christine D. Page and illustrator Dana M. Irwin for the launch of their children’s book about a mischievous kitten.
After working with the US Army Corps of Engineers for about four weeks, UNC Asheville’s temporary water treatment facility is producing clean, drinkable water to serve its on-campus students and the dining hall. Although the water is potable, its capacity is limited and students are asked to conserve. Learn more about how the water is treated.
Opening
The owners of DayTrip announced that thanks to an outpouring of support, they were able to sign a lease for a new, permanent location. But that’s not all. They’re also bringing back The Malvern as part owners of the Patton Avenue bar. And to top it all off, this exciting announcement was made on the Jennifer Hudson Show.
Arts
In partnership with The Big Crafty and Horse + Hero, the Asheville Art Museum is hosting “Little Crafty at the Museum: Artist Relief Edition” tomorrow, Nov. 16 and Saturday, Nov. 23. The free market will feature WNC artists impacted by Helene. Bonus: Continue your support for local artists at The Big Crafty the weekend of Saturday, Dec. 7.
Cause
MANNA FoodBank, Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina Partners, the 23XI Racing Team, and The Bubba Wallace Live to Be Different Foundation are teaming up to distribute full Thanksgiving meal boxes to 1,500 families on Thursday, Nov. 21 at the WNC Farmers Market. Find out how you can offer support for those in need this Thanksgiving.
Watch
Local “kid-hop” artist Secret Agent 23 Skidoo has released a music video — filmed and produced by Fiasco Media — for “Tomorrow’s Cost,” a song about the community’s struggles after the storm. The musician and his daughter Sakara Sullivan created the Flood Back Art website, an artist directory for donations or purchases.
Ranked
No. 2. That’s where The Whale landed on Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine’s list of Best Beer Bars Around the World. Raise a glass to their win at their West Asheville, South Slope, or Haw Creek locations.
Edu
High school seniors, grads + transfer students from disaster-declared counties affected by Helene are invited to join UNC Asheville for UNC System College Day this Sunday, Nov. 17. Campus representatives will assist students with college applications, transcripts, and financial aid assistance. Bring your own laptop or loan one. Register.*
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Wellness
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Updates + need-to-know information
Storm debris collection will be a long process for the county.|Photo by David Huff Creative
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Thursday, Nov. 14
Water testing shows lead in seven city and county schools; students have not consumed tap water
According to City of Asheville Water Resources Department spokesperson Clay Chandler, the water at seven area schools has detectable lead levels.
Included in the city’s water sampling plan, which has been posted to the water services recovery webpage, is an investigative sampling program testing for lead and copper at city and county elementary schools, participating childcare facilities, and private schools. No copper was detected, but the following schools showed detectable lead levels:
County schools: Oakley Elementary, Sand Hill Elementary, Charles C. Bell Elementary, Glen Arden Elementary
City schools: Lucy S. Herring Elementary, Hall-Fletcher Elementary
Participating private school: Odyssey Community School
However, Chandler clarified that lead was not found in the water source itself, but rather came from water traveling through older pipes owned by customers. He provided insight into how lead got into the water, explaining that due to the piping configuration at the North Fork Water Treatment Plant, Water Resources was unable to treat the raw reservoir water with zinc orthophosphate — which provides corrosion control — for ~19 days.
The best early Black Friday deals added this week to Nordstrom. We’re seeing: athletic leggings, SKIMS bodysuits, ballet flats, cashmere gloves, and kitten heels.
In some delicious news, Chai Pani has extended its all-you-can-eat buffet through December. And even better, they’re expanding the evening buffet to include even more dishes, like lamb kheema, masala fish fry, and kheer. The AVLtoday team stopped by for lunch earlier this week and can assure you, everything is divine.
