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Senior Product Editor Morgan is currently working on canvases inspired by “The Wizard of Oz.” | Photo by 6AM City
Editor Grace here. I am what you would call “chronically online,” but I’m trying to be less attached to my phone. Looks like I’m not alone, with Google searches for “analog hobbies” recently jumping by 160%.
Dive into slow-paced pursuits with these hands-on hobbies to try here in Asheville.
Join the club
Needlepoint is having a major comeback moment. Join the resurgence by bringing your project to the next Stitch Club Asheville meeting. If you’re a beginner, cross-stitch may be a good intro — Sassy Jack’s Stitchery in Woodfin has plenty of supplies.
Puzzles are a popular pastime, but it can get pricey growing your collection. Enter: the Asheville Puzzle Exchange. Join the Facebook group to get the deets on the next meetup.
Class is in session
Sourdough baking continues to soar in popularity, and classes from The Asheville Kitchen can give you the tools you knead for success. Fair warning, classes sell out in a flash.
If you really want to get your hands dirty, take up gardening. The Asheville Botanical Gardens offers courses on everything from Appalachian soils to native plants.
Start your path to pain-free living, with less recovery stress. | Photo via Getty Images
Knee replacement surgery can sound daunting, but you deserve to live pain-free. Enter: An innovative approach known as the Subvastus technique, which speed ups recovery and downtime.
Now offered by Mission Orthopedic Trauma, the Subvastus technique requires the surgeon to work beneath the quadriceps muscle rather than cutting through the quadriceps tendon.
New Mexican restaurant El Tesoro is slated to open in the former Cucina 24 space on Wall Street in mid-April. Additionally, the street will soon welcome Flour and Slava Cafe, a new Ukrainian restaurant and bakery. (Asheville Citizen-Times)
Traffic
The I-26 Connector project has received federal approval to proceed after determining updated plans “do not cause significant new environmental impacts.” Approval comes despite pushback from community members and local leaders on the eight-lane flyover bridge. Substantial construction on the northern section will begin next month.
State
More than 5,000 rural NC households will see high-speed internet access by the end of the year after a $26 million investment from the state’s Stop-Gap Solutions program. WNC counties will see more than $7 million.
Real Estate
Mountain Housing Opportunities is nearly finished building Lakeshore Villas, an affordable 120-apartment complex in Arden. The nonprofit announced that the units are now available for lease, tentatively opening in May.
Number
226,000. That’s how many native trees folks with MountainTrue and NC State University have planted across 53 miles of WNC rivers to stabilize banks and mitigate flood risk after Helene — and they’re not done yet. (Blue Ridge Public Radio)
Cause
Eblen Charities’ annual Spring Clean Coat Drive will kick off on Friday, April 24, collecting new and gently used coats at Carolina Furniture Concepts on Airport Road. If you have larger items you need to let go of during your spring cleaning, use our guide to local donation spots.
Featured Home
Located inside the Cottage Park community at Lake James, this home offers an elevated, tranquil escape with all the conveniences of a gated community. Take a virtual tour to see all the stunning features — we’re dreaming of coffee on that screened porch.*
Shop
This FDA-registered vibrator is recommended by doctors because it’s backed by science to boost arousal and support natural lubrication, thanks to its bendable shape designed to stimulate all the right spots. Even better? Save 50% during MV.Health’s sitewide sale.*
Wellness
If constant food noise and hunger are wearing you down, MEDVi offers clinician-guided GLP-1 care built for real life. Your dosage is tailored just for you, with clear guidance so you’re never left guessing. See if you qualify and start your introductory month for $179.‡*
Number
$1.50. That’s the price of Costco’s iconic hot dog — a tasty shopping staple and a viral deal in its own right. But it’s far from the only bargain worth knowing about. From overlooked perks to smart in-store strategies, here are 10 lesser-known hacks every Costco shopper should have in their back pocket.*
The Buy
It’s lightning deal time. Snap up these top-rated items, up to 55% off today only in Amazon’s Big Spring Sale.
⚡ Save 33% on this No. 1 best-selling women’s sports bra, built to provide support and cushioning during high-impact exercise.
⚡ This cute swimsuit cover-up is 20% off this morning, the lowest price of the year so far — grab it in a tropical print or stick to timeless black or navy.
⚡ Refresh bedding with 38% off cooling bamboo sheets, made with a luxurious, high-end feel that stays cool to the touch on hot nights.
⚡ Restock your bra drawer with 55% off this comfortable wireless bra, great for everyday wear.
⚡ This top-rated men’s knit polo is 27% off and will earn you style points at spring + summer occasions.
This time next week, Warren Wilson College and Ginger’s Revenge will team up to launch a brand new uplifting event. “Sit a Spell,” the weekly Friday evening traditional music jam, will raise money for the Warren Wilson Music Scholarship Fund while bringing together Asheville’s captivating roots music community.
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‡Prescription-only GLP-1 treatment requires evaluation by a licensed U.S. provider. Treatment is provided only if medically appropriate; not all patients qualify. Results vary. Compounded medications, if prescribed, are prepared by licensed U.S. pharmacies and are not FDA-approved as finished products. See program terms for details.
