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Chris Owen, owner of Spinning Spider Creamery

Buying Local at Asheville Farmers and Tailgate Markets Into the Artists’ Sanctums A Stroll Through Kenilworth www.50pluslivingWNC.com

Make Your Next Brunch Bubble Over with Prosecco Cocktails

And more May 2018

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Buying Local at Asheville Farmers and Tailgate Markets

By Colleen Watson

Living in Western North Carolina, we’re fortunate to have access to fresh, delicious produce and other food products, most of which are grown or raised through sustainable means.

Small family farms using organic methods for growing their products or raising their animals are mainstays of the Asheville Farmers and Tailgate Markets. Some of these farms have been around for generations, farmed consistently by family members choosing to be stewards of the land.

farming finds a balance that preserves the ecological system within the environment. Other goals of sustainable agriculture are water conservation, reducing the use of chemicals and promoting the biodiversity in the crops grown.

Others have taken to the earth more recently, but whether they’ve been around for a while or are fairly new, they all seem to have the same care and concern and that is to nurture their families and the community.

Buying local isn’t just hyperbole. Buying local means you’re getting the freshest products from farmers who are able to grow a much wider variety of produce, including heirlooms. The food is more flavorful because it’s fresh. And locally made also means you’re supporting the community in which you live.

Farmers and Tailgate Markets are a perfect way to buy local.

By supporting local artisans and area farms, we can help maintain a heritage rich in our mountain culture.

Asheville is known nationally as a destination for great food.

Many of our regional restaurants buy locally because they also subscribe to the importance of the freshest ingredients grown close to home by farms using sustainable, organic methods.

The benefits of sustainable agriculture are many and focus on human health and the environment. It begins with food grown more naturally without the application of pesticides and chemical fertilizers. Natural food free of chemicals not only tastes better, but also is much healthier for you.

Sustainable agriculture is also much better for the environment. In this day of climate change deniers, whatever we can do to help the environment is critically important. Sustainable May 2018 | 50 + Living

Will & Savannah Salley of Headwaters Market Garden at the City Market

In Asheville, you can visit a Farmers or Tailgate Market every day of the week. Most are open from May through September, with some open until November, and the Western NC Farmers Market is open year-round.

At these markets, you can find a variety of fresh produce, flowers, cheese, honey, jams, arts and crafts and many other handmade unique items. Each market is different, but they all focus on locally grown or artisan-crafted products. continued on page 5 Page 3

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CONTENTS 3 8 9

Buy Local at Farmers and Tailgate Markets Seven Tips for Adopting a Dog A Stroll through Kenilworth’s Art Tour

18 Diet vs. Exercise:

29 Tips to Keep Your Grill

20 Spring-Clean Your

30 Advertisers Index

Which is Better?

Credit Report

22 5 Essentials for Your Backyard Party

12 Brunch with Prosecco 24 Back to the Future in Cocktail Recipes

16 How to Grow a

Container Garden

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Marshall, NC

28 Reasons to Get Your Physical Every Year

Clean and Safe

31 May Activities to Enjoy in WNC

On the Cover: Chris Owen, owner of Spinning Spider Creamery.

Pictured here is son Morgan with their goats.

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Emily Patrick at Carolina Flowers hand picking flowers. Photo by: Jack Sorokin

A closer look at a few local farms …

Carolina Flowers is a specialty cut flower farm owned by Emily Patrick. Located in the mountains of Marshall NC, she grows and handpicks dozens of varieties of beautiful flowers for every occasion, using sustainable techniques. Much of the land around Marshall was once used for tobacco production, and that was the case for the land now used by Carolina Flowers. Emily feels that the land can still be the backbone of the local economy and an important part of the area’s culture by using it now to grow flowers and other specialty crops. This helps create vibrant communities that are economically stable. Carolina Flowers has been in business for two years and you can find them every Saturday morning at the City Market in downtown Asheville. You can also contact them or sign up for a Flower Subscription on their website at www.flowersnc.com.

Headwaters Market Garden, owned by Will and Savannah Salley, started out as part of the Farmer Incubator Program of the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. Their farm, located in Alexander NC is in its second season of production. It is a low-till, bio-intensive, mixed vegetable farm that focuses on quality over quantity. This means they utilize every space, believe in the importance of plant diversity, and rotate their crops using companion plants. Will and Savannah believe in a life of sustainability, simplicity, purpose, hard work and adventure. Check out their products at the Asheville City Market on Saturday mornings.

Spinning Spider Creamery is owned by Chris and Jeff Owen.

Chris is featured on the cover of this month’s magazine. Together with their three sons, they run the family dairy farm, which is quite an undertaking. Their efforts and care translate to a healthy herd, healthy goats and award-winning cheese. Spinning Spider is an artisan creamery situated in a mountain cove on Bailey Mountain in Madison County NC. The elevation is high, the air and water are pure and their goats reflect this in their vitality and production. The Owen family’s roots are in 4-H and their June 2018 | 50 + Living

family mission is to maintain a lifestyle that incorporates the cycles of the seasons with their love of their animals, their craft of cheese making and their family unity. Spinning Spider produces a variety of handcrafted artisan cheeses that are brought to their fullest complexity of flavors through care and attention to detail in an old world style. You can find them on Saturday mornings at the Asheville City Market and at the North Asheville Tailgate Market at the campus of UNC Asheville. You can also find them on Saturdays at the Brevard and GreenBoys and Babies, the Early Years at ville SC markets. Tuesday Spinning Spider Creamery evenings they are at the Sierra Nevada Tailgate Market and on Wednesday evenings you’ll find them at the River Arts District Tailgate Market as well as the market in Cashiers.

Wright Way Nursery & Landscaping is a family-owned nursery located in Waynesville in Haywood County NC. The farm is operated by the Wright family and you can generally find Will Wright at the WNC Farmer’s Market in Asheville. The nursery grows a wide variety of garden plants, such as azaleas and peonies, shrubs and trees for planting in yards and gardens, and for landscaping.

Wright Way Nursery sells plants, shrubs and trees at the WNC Farmers Market

Collaborating with Dream Escapes, another landscaping business, Will Wright provides shrubs and trees for their projects. Serving all of Western NC, Dream Escapes Landscaping & Hardscaping grows their own smaller plants on their farm, Natural Mountain Growers, located in Marshall NC. Owned

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Farmers and Tailgate Markets continued from page 5 in 2003 and provide a variety of services including landscaping design and installation, land management, historic restoration services and hardscaping, and stonework and masonry. They are specialists in all aspects of outdoor garden design and building.

They can be found at the WNC Farmers Market and part of the year at Haywood Historic.

Asheville’s Farmers and Tailgate Markets …

Western NC Farmers Market Address: 570 Brevard Road, Asheville (Exit #47 on I40) Outdoor Vendors: Open year-round, seven days a week Buildings: Open daily, 8am-6pm, April-October; 8am-5pm, November-March Fruits and vegetables, plants, mountain crafts, jams, jellies, preserves, sourwood honey and other farm-fresh items. The 36-acre complex houses two buildings for indoor shopping including a market with arts and crafts, year-round produce, grocery stores, a deli and restaurants.

Jesse Israel & Sons Garden and Nursery Center features top quality plants, trees and shrubs with a greenhouse full of tropical plants, water plants and bonsai.

West Asheville Tailgate Market Address: 718 Haywood Road, Asheville 28806 Phone: (828) 545-4516 Open: Tuesdays, 3:30-6:30pm, April-November Offering a wide variety of fresh and local fruits, vegetables, herbs, meats, jams, sauces, baked goods, artisan cheeses, crafts and more. Grab a hot meal from Gypsy Queen Cuisine while listening to live music.

Asheville City Market South (Biltmore Park) Location: Town Square Boulevard, Biltmore Park Esplanade, Asheville 28803 Phone: (828) 210-1660 Open: Wednesdays, 12-4pm, April-October Sponsored by the Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project and featuring local food, farmers and artisans from Western North Carolina.

Offers fresh and seasonal produce, dairy, a variety of meats, vegetarian options, locally-made condiments, snacks, body care products and more.

French Broad Food Coop Tailgate Market Location: 90 Biltmore Avenue, downtown Asheville 28801 (next to French Broad Food Co-op) Open: Wednesdays, 2-6pm, April-November Asheville’s original organic tailgate market since 1990.

River Arts District Farmers Market Location: 175 Clingman Avenue, Asheville 28801 Open: Wednesdays, 3-6pm, May-November Producer-only market providing an array of local, hand crafted products, including sustainably grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, wood-fired breads, a wide variety of meats, goat cheese, handmade soaps and more.

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Oakley Farmers Market Location: 12 Old Charlotte Hwy, Asheville 28803 Phone: (828) 407-0188 Open: Thursdays, 3:30-6:30pm, May-September Locally-grown produce and locally-made arts, crafts and food offered by farmers, artisans, and crafters.

East Asheville Tailgate Market Location: 954 Tunnel Road, Asheville 28805 Phone: (910) 515-9145 Open: Fridays, 3-6pm, May-September Offering an array of fresh produce, honey, crafts, eggs, baked goods, and prepared foods. Featuring live music and a great community of vendors.

Asheville City Market - Downtown Location: Downtown Asheville on North Market Street between Woodfin and East Walnut Open: Saturdays, 8am-noon, April-December Producer-only market featuring goods by local farmers, craftspeople, bakers and other vendors. Free parking is available at the HomeTrust Bank lot and the lot across from the YMCA at 35 Woodfin Street. Held outside through the 3rd Saturday in December, with special holiday hours before moving indoors for winter at the Asheville Masonic Temple.

North Asheville Tailgate Market Location: On the campus of UNC Asheville Open: Saturdays, 8am-noon Directions: From UNC Asheville main entrance on WT Weaver Blvd., go up the hill from the roundabout and take the first right.

The market is on the lower level of the two-level parking lot “C” just southeast of Owen Hall.

This market has been here since the early 1980s with over 40 vendors.

Enjoy a breakfast crepe, grab a cup of freshly roasted coffee or pick up a tasty baked good while you wander through the market for artisan breads, honey, fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers, cheese, locally-made arts and crafts and much more. Many local farms participate in this market. Ee Page 7

so there shouldn’t be any holdouts -- both for the sake of the humans in the household and the dog.

Seven Tips for Adopting a Dog

By John Dunnery

If you have decided to get a dog, adoption is one option you should consider. There are many dogs available at humane society facilities and other animal shelters in every city and town. By adopting one of these, you will be giving a good home to an abandoned dog.

A small number of dogs in shelters have behavioral problems or health issues. But the vast majority are perfectly fit to become someone’s canine companion and household pet.

However, before you choose a dog for adoption, you should plan carefully. Here are seven tips for adopting a dog.

2. Get some help with choosing. If possible, bring someone with you to the shelter which is an experienced dog owner and can give you a second opinion. This person can prevent you from making a hasty choice and help you to assess the suitability of each dog.

3. Look for the right match. Keep in mind that you aren’t looking for the perfect dog. Instead, you’re looking for the ideal dog for your household. That involves assessing the dog’s energy level, its size, its tendency to bark, the way it relates to humans, and its need for outdoor exercise. In all these areas, the dog you choose should correspond to your preferences and needs.

4. Visit the shelter at a quiet time. On weekends and late afternoons, shelters get busy. The extra activity causes agitation among the dogs and can lead to increased barking and other undesirable behaviors. Visiting at a quieter time will enable you to form a more accurate picture of the personality and behavior of each of the dogs.

5. Ask the shelter employees for additional information.

When you visit a shelter, you probably see each dog for only a minute or two. The observations that you collect are useful but constitute an incomplete picture of each dog.

The shelter workers can give you extra information on each dog’s temperament, capacity to follow instructions and energy level.

6. Take each of your top choices for a walk. After you’ve narrowed down your options - using the tips above - ask if you can take each of your favorites for a short walk (on a leash). Five or ten minutes alone with a dog can tell you much more than you can learn by staring at the dog in a kennel for the same period.

7. Think twice about adopting a puppy. If you see a cute, cuddly little puppy, keep in mind that it won’t stay that size for long. The puppy stage of a dog’s life lasts only between six and 18 months so that that cute puppy will be a full-grown adult in a short span of time. Do your homework so that you know the adult sizes of the breeds you are considering.

1. Ensure that everyone in the household will welcome a new dog. Before you take the first step, it’s essential to make sure that all family members (or apartment-mates) approve of the idea. A pet dog has an impact on everyone in the home, Page 8

Be assured that there’s a dog that’s right for you at a shelter in your hometown, or not too far away. Choosing your pet with care will ensure that you get the companion you’re looking for and that the dog gets a secure and happy home. That’s a happy-ever-after ending for all concerned. Ee 50 + Living | May 2018

Into the Artists’ Sanctums A Stroll Through Kenilworth

By Colleen Watson

May is a beautiful time in Asheville with flowers in bloom and the colors of spring in perfect harmony.

May is also a time when Kenilworth artists open up their studios to the public, presenting their art on their home turf. This year’s Kenilworth Art Studio Tour will take place over Memorial Day Weekend, Saturday, May 26 and Sunday, May 27 from 10am to 5pm each day.

The free, self-guided tour takes you to the home studios where artists are working in a wide range of media. The Tour Map can be downloaded and all studio addresses found at kenilworthartists.org. As you drive through Kenilworth, you will see the signs indicating where the studios are located. The tour is fun for both the serious art buyer or the casual browser.

Since its inception in 2008, the Kenilworth Artists Association tours have brought thousands of art lovers to the historic neighborhood. The tour includes painters offering works in oil, watercolor, and acrylic. You’ll also find jewelry, pottery, ceramic tile, glass beads, fiber, furniture, mixed-media, photography, paper, and collage.

Kenilworth is less than two miles from downtown Asheville, and is located between Biltmore Avenue, Tunnel Road and Swannanoa River Road. If you haven’t driven through the Kenilworth neighborhood, the May art tour will provide you with the perfect opportunity to see Kenilworth’s vast array of period, revival and contemporary residential architecture.

According to the Preservation Society of Asheville & Buncombe County, Kenilworth includes wonderful examples of Norman and Tudor cottages, New England Colonial Revival, International Modern Style, Mediterranean Colonial Revival, various forms of Craftsman, several log cabins, rural farm houses, a faux Wrightian Prairie House, and a sprinkling of bold new contemporary styles.

A little history …

The original Kenilworth Inn was built in 1890 by Joseph M. Gazzam, a former state senator and businessman from Pennsylvania. Sitting above the Swannanoa River, the inn, with its Queen Anne (some say Gothic) architecture and numerous May 2018 | 50 + Living

turrets featured everything from riding stables to a golf course and tennis courts. It was the scene of many major social events until it was destroyed in a disastrous fire on the night of April 14, 1909.

By 1914, Kenilworth was officially founded as a town by three developers. One of the three, James (Jake) Madison Chiles, played a key role in its development, directing the building of important structures, such as the town hall and jail house.

Chiles was also responsible for rebuilding the venerable Kenilworth Inn. He bought the burned out property and in 1918 opened the new Tudor-style inn as a resort hotel, complete with ballrooms, a convention hall, library, and outdoor venues. On the National Register of Historic Places, the inn has served in a variety of capacities over the years, and is now available as historic apartments.

In 1928, following the death of her husband, Leah Chiles was elected mayor of Kenilworth. As an artist and concert pianist, Leah was instrumental in the first Kenilworth Art Exhibition, which opened in 1928. It was held at the Kenilworth Inn and brought people here from all over the world to see the works of Renoir, Picasso and other masters. continued on page 10 Page 9

The Kenilworth artists …

Artists participating in the Kenilworth Art Studio Tour include: • Gabriel Huntress (Caledonia Saw Mill): Artistic wood crafts constructed from local hardwoods • Diana Gillispie (Asheville Tileworks and Pottery): Hand built and thrown contemporary pottery, and hand pressed nature-themed architectural tiles • Michael Robinson: Landscape paintings and drawings in oil, watercolor pencil, and ink • Tamela Wells (TAMELA): Unique handmade jewelry designed and created using silver and gemstones • Ann and Sandy Batton (Batton Clayworks): Stylistic and functional handmade pottery in an array of original designs • Jay Fields (artist, journalist and author of regional histories): Creating pen and watercolor sketches from expeditions near and far • Racole Tackett (Racole Honey Wearable Art): Handmade, one of a kind jewelry from raw, fresh water pearls and other gemstones Art by Lisa Murphy

The role of Jake and Leah Chiles in the development of Kenilworth cannot be understated. Their vision helped bring Kenilworth to life and drew many of America’s society patrons to this area. Kenilworth was annexed by the city of Asheville in 1929 following the economic crash.

Asheville and art …

Asheville has been a haven for artists for decades. The Southern Highland Craft Guild opened its headquarters in 1930 and Black Mountain College contributed to the appeal when it was founded in 1933. As an experimental college, BMC emphasized holistic learning and the study of art as critical components of a liberal arts education. Many notable artists came out of Black Mountain College during its lifetime.

During the mid-1980s, artists new to Asheville began moving into the area along the French Broad River and by the early 1990s, a sizable artists’ colony had developed.

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• Angela Maddix (A Working Glass Girl): Handcrafted lampwork glass beads paired with silver, steel and leather to produce unique jewelry • Mike and Rhianna Wurman: Illuminated cut paper shadowboxes inspired by nature • Lisa Murphy: Colorful paintings and drawings offered in a variety of mediums • Marianne Soufas (Flying Weiner Circus): Functional porcelain pottery for dog lovers • Ursula Gullow (visual artist and art instructor at A-B Tech): Paintings using acrylic, oil and mixed media drawn on social dynamics and historical events • Valarie Hoh (Hoh Couture): Unique hand crafted fashion, jewelry and art sculptures • Laura Peery (porcelain artist): Fanciful, colorful ceramic art, both functional and sculptural • Ann Baird (Riva Art Studio): Beautifully created, original handmade Shibori silk scarves in vibrant colors • Kelly Barone (Kelly Barone Pottery): Functional and decorative stoneware and porcelain vessels, and wall pieces, based on mountain-inspired designs 50 + Living | May 2018

Hoh Couture, designs by Valarie Hoh

Laura Peery, ceramic art

Bookends Used Book Store at Pack Library offers gently used books of all genres, CDs, DVDs, and vinyls for sale at amazingly low prices.

Jay Fields, pen and watercolor sketch

What could be better for a holiday weekend than to drive through the beautiful Kenilworth neighborhood? If architecture is your passion, you won’t be disappointed, and you’ll have the opportunity to meet the artists and see their creations. Come experience where these artists work in their home studios and enjoy the wonderful eclectic Asheville neighborhood atmosphere. Ee For more information and a tour map: kenilworthartists.org May 2018 | 50 + Living

Proceeds benefit the Buncombe County libraries.

Bookends is sponsored by the Friends of Pack Library.

Friends volunteers donate many ours of their time to collect, sort, price, and stock items for the store.

Bookends is open when Pack Library is open.

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Make Your Next Brunch Bubble Over With Prosecco Cocktails

(BPT) - Everybody loves brunch, but without the bubbly, it’s just breakfast. Add a festive cocktail to the mix, and suddenly you’ve got a celebration.

The next time you’re cooking up a weekend morning meal, be it a brunch-in-bed with that sweet someone or a noon-ish feast for friends, add authentic Italian flair to your crafty cocktails with Riondo Prosecco Spago Nero Frizzante, the number one Prosecco in Italy.

This vino frizzante, with scents of apples, pears and acacia berries, is as soft on your pocketbook as it is on your palate, making it easy to bubble up your brunch in style. Prosecco is definitely the bubbly on trend right now, gaining popularity as an approachable, affordable cousin of champagne. Here are five killer ways to use Riondo Prosecco to put the punch back in your brunch.

delicious Italian twist on an old favorite.

2 Oz. Orange Vodka 4 Oz. Blood Orange Juice 6 Oz. Riondo Prosecco Mix the first two ingredients and divide among two flutes.

Top each with Prosecco and garnish with a blood orange.

(Serves two.)

Blush Crush Welcome the rum renaissance with this perfectly refreshing cocktail.

2 Oz. White Rum 2 Oz. Fresh Lime Juice

Italian Mimosa

2 Oz. Simple Syrup

Orange juice and bubbly is a little passe. Mix it up with this

6 Chunks Fresh Watermelon

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10 Fresh Mint Leaves

La Vita Margarita

Riondo Prosecco (enough to fill glass just below the rim)

Take the classic to the next level with refreshing Italian bubbles!

In two tall glasses, muddle lime, simple syrup and watermelon. Add ice, rum and Prosecco. Stir. Garnish with mint. (Serves two.)

Veranda Mojito Fizz This Italian take on a Cuban classic is perfect for a patio brunch party.

2/3 Cup Blueberries 12 Mint Leaves

3 Oz. Tequila 2 Oz. Lime Juice 2 Tablespoons Agave Nectar Salt (optional) Prosecco (enough to fill glass just below the rim) Shake the first three ingredients with ice. Strain into two glasses rimmed with salt if you desire. Top with Prosecco and garnish with a lime wedge. (Serves two.)

2 Tablespoons Sugar in The Raw 4 Oz. Light Rum 5 Tablespoons Lime Juice 2 Oz. Riondo Prosecco Divide blueberries, mint, sugar and lime juice into two tall glasses. Muddle until blueberries are smashed. Fill the glasses with ice and add the rum. Stir slightly. Top with Prosecco and garnish with blueberries and a mint sprig.

(Serves two.)

Venetian Mule This cocktail is a fresh spin on the famous Moscow Mule, which, legend has it, was created in New York in the 1940s.

1 Lime 4 Oz. Vodka 1 Oz. Ginger Liqueur Prosecco (enough to fill glass just below the rim) Ice In two chilled copper mugs, squeeze the lime over ice.

Add the vodka, the ginger liqueur and finish with Prosecco.

Garnish with a slice of lime. (Serves two.)

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Adding these festive Prosecco cocktails to your weekend menu will make yours the most sought-after brunch invitation in town. And if you’re not in the mood to host, consider the following hot spots across the U.S. best known for their brunch pours: https://vinepair.com/articles/10-best-brunchprograms-nationwide-2017/.

Saluti!

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Twice mentioned in Lettie Teague’s column in The Wall Street Journal, and chosen #1 wine shop in the MountainX Best of WNC poll for the past three years, Metro Wines offers a great selection in a comfortable and friendly atmosphere. You can find wines from $5 to $500 on our shelves.

Metro Wines is also the home of The Asheville School of Wine. We offer hosted tastings, classes and we are always at your service for weddings and second marriages, event consultations and everyday food pairing suggestions.

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We also present wine classes through Osher Lifelong Learning (OLLI) at UNCA in the shop on various subjects related to your understanding of wine. Past classes have included Wine 101, Tuscany, and a class introducing varietals you probably overlooked titled “Wines You Never Knew You Loved.” Future classes will introduce you to “Other Summer Whites,” “West Coast Reds,” “All About Pinot Around the World” and a class about grapes that were almost extinct called “Back from the Brink.”

With over 100 members in our case clubs, we have buying power and can offer members high quality bottles for the price. While enjoying the convenience, value and adventure of The Case Club, members also support the community by shopping locally.

We host book signings, art shows and offer our shop as a meeting place for book clubs, film clubs and Asheville Sister Cities Committees. And Metro Wines has served as the perfect location for anniversary and retirement parties and 50th, 60th, 70th and 80th birthday celebrations.

We can also help you build your cellared bottles or work with you to sell your collection.

We also work in partnership to design unique wine pairing dinners with area restaurants including Sovereign Remedies, Golden Fleece, Curate, Market Place and the dining room at Princess Anne Hotel.

Customers say we are something of a community center that sells wine! Maybe so. Our events are a great way to meet up with friends, make new friends and enjoy learning about wines from around the world.

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How to Grow a Container Garden

Container gardening has many advantages over traditional methods of gardening and landscaping your lawn. You can experiment with color, insure that your plants have great soil, and raise the garden to a comfortable level for weeding, fertilizing, and pruning. Containers full of bright flowers, lovely foliage, and colorful vegetables can fill empty spots on your deck or front steps, or create borders and privacy screens.

Choosing the right type of container is an important first step. Drainage holes will help keep the roots from sitting in water and provide aeration for healthy root growth. If you have a solid-bottomed ceramic container you want to display, use inexpensive plastic flower pots with drainage holes as liners, or place one or two inches of gravel in the bottom of the container.

Set containers that have holes on the bottom on top of a few bricks to promote drainage.

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placed. Will the planter receive full sunlight or will it be in a shady or partially shady spot? Will you want to move the container from one spot to another or will it stay put? Containers in full sun will heat up and dry out more quickly. Wood is an excellent container material that has good water retention.

Hardwoods are more resistant to rot but other woods can be used if treated with a copper napthene preservative.

Avoid using woods treated with creosote or Penta wood preservatives, as these contain chemicals which are toxic to plants as well as humans.

Terra cotta containers are attractive but dry out quickly in full sun. Fiberglass and resin containers are light and durable, and many are molded to look like natural materials. Plastic containers are light weight and conserve water well but the UV rays of the sun will eventually break down plastic. Concrete planters can be attractive but are extremely heavy. If you want to use a heavy container that may need to be moved for convenience, place it 50 + Living | May 2018

on a dolly to save breaking your back, or the container!

Balance the size of the plant with the container; a tall plant will need a container not more than twice its height, and the fullness of the plant should not be more than 1-1/2 times the width of the container. Plants that grow upright will need a wide base for balance. Sprawling plants will need a deep pot so they may drape over the edge.

You may choose to plant one type of plant in each container, or put many different plants in the same pot for a colorful display. When mixing plant varieties, be sure to choose varieties that have similar watering, feeding, and sunlight requirements. Use a good potting soil, not garden soil, to fill your container. Potting soil will not compact like earth, will retain moisture longer, and will be free from pests.

Purchasing premixed potting soil can be expensive if you are filling several large containers; you may choose to mix your own from equal parts of peat moss, garden loam, and builders’ sand. Many premixed potting soils will contain fertilizer, although some do not, but eventually watering will wash the fertilizer away through the drainage holes.

Since the roots won’t be able to grow into additional soil to look for nutrients you will need to fertilize your plants regularly.

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Container gardens dry out quickly and will probably need watering at least once a day, and perhaps twice on very hot days. Grouping containers of plants will provide some shade to the soil and help retain moisture. Consider growing drought-resistant plants that can tolerate the intensified heat and dry soil.

One of the luxuries of container gardening is that as blossoms fade, the plants can easily be replaced with new ones whose blooming season has begun. By carefully mixing plants that bloom at different times you can enjoy your beautiful container garden from early spring to late fall! Ee May 2018 | 50 + Living

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Diet vs.

Exercise: Which is Better for Weight Loss?

(StatePoint) What’s more important: diet or exercise? Anyone who’s tried to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle has likely asked this question.

Sixty-eight percent of people want to lose 10 pounds or more, according to a recent Harris Poll on behalf of Nutrisystem. It’s always a good time to get started on your goals. So, should you focus on diet, exercise or both?

people who ate six times or more daily consumed fewer calories, had a lower body mass index, and ate more nutrientrich foods than those who didn’t eat at least six times a day.

Eating smaller meals every three hours keeps you feeling full, controls blood sugar and helps boost metabolism.

When it comes to weight loss, the split should be roughly 80 percent focus on what you eat and 20 percent on exercise.

The logic is simple, say experts.

“It’s all about calories in and calories out. If you’re eating less and exercising, you’re going to burn more calories,” says Courtney McCormick, corporate dietitian at Nutrisystem.

“However, exercise often makes us hungrier, which is why many people who only change their exercise habits don’t see the scale move.”

To achieve a healthier lifestyle and shed weight, consider these quick tips that combine both diet and exercise.

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• Watch portions: American portions have become too big; and those used to dining out may consider restaurant portions to be correct, when they’re often four times as large as what’s recommended. Learning portion control is key to 50 + Living | May 2018

losing weight. When eating out, ask for a to-go box and save half for later. You can also turn to plans, like Nutrisystem, which deliver portion-controlled meals to your home.

• Veg out: Vegetables are low in calories, high in filling fiber and loaded with nutrients. For breakfast, add spinach to an omelet; at lunch, pile your sandwich high with fixings like tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers, or use lettuce as a wrap instead of bread. During snack time, munch on carrots dipped in hummus or blend kale into a fruit smoothie.

• Drink more water: A study found that when people drank six cups (48 ounces) of cold water, they increased their resting calorie burn by up to 50 calories each day. Another study found that dieters who drank two eight-ounce glasses of water before meals lost 36 percent more weight over three months than those who didn’t sip before sitting down to eat. So, fill up that water bottle!

• Get moving: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend 150 minutes of aerobic activity weekly, but research suggests that it doesn’t matter if you exercise for two-and-a-half hours straight or break it up into 10-minute chunks. Aim for 30 minutes of exercise per day then build up to 60 minutes when you’re ready.

More diet and exercise tips can be found at leaf.nutrisystem.com

Remember the key to meeting your weight loss and health goals is to make sustainable lifestyle changes. Focus on eating better and moving more and you’ll be on the right track. Ee

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Don’t Forget to Spring-Clean Your Credit Report (StatePoint) Spring is in the air and it’s time for the annual ritual of deep cleaning, dusting, mopping, organizing -- and checking your credit report.

Experts recommend checking your credit report at each of the national credit reporting agencies (CRAs) several times annually. Why? When you apply for a new credit card or car loan, for example, a lender pulls a credit report from one or all of the CRAs to check your credit history and determine if you’re a good candidate for a loan. Lenders want to extend loans or credit to people with strong credit reports, so it’s important that the information in your report is accurate.

What to Look For Besides verifying the accuracy of your personal information, check that the financial accounts listed belong to you.

Also, make sure that paid-off debt shows as paid and that closed accounts are not listed as open. Other information to look for and possibly correct includes:

How to Fix It If you feel there’s incorrect information in your credit report, you have the right to file a dispute. Accurate credit reports are good for lenders and consumers, because they contribute to informed lending decisions and disputes are part of the CRA’s compliance with the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act, which promotes the accuracy and privacy of information in credit reports.

Luckily for consumers, steps are being taken to make this process easier. For example, Experian, one of the national credit reporting agencies, recently enhanced and simplified its online dispute process to reflect consumers’ increasing preference for conducting business online. New features include: • A mobile-optimized platform, allowing you to submit a dispute from your smartphone.

• The ability to submit supporting documents via a smartphone by taking a photo or selecting the image from the camera roll and uploading it.

• The option of receiving notification alerts that update you on the status of your dispute, including confirmation of the submission and when results are available.

• A bankruptcy older than 10 years.

• A late payment more than seven years old.

• Inquiries from unfamiliar companies that pulled your credit report.

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We believe everyone deserves access to quality credit and one of the ways to achieve that is to have an accurate credit report.”

The fastest way to submit a dispute is online through the center, but consumers can also do so with Experian via phone or mail. Experian product members can access the online dispute center from their accounts. For more information on credit reports and filing a dispute, visit experian.com/disputes.

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5 Essentials to Get your Backyard Party-ready (BPT) - The warm, summery weather is a golden opportunity to take your get-together outside. Whatever the occasion, take advantage of the sun and extra space, and let these tips help you plan and get your outdoor space ready for your guests.

1. Cluster the conversation spots When planning your backyard layout, think beyond the patio table, and provide more than enough seating for all.

Arrange sofas and chairs into conversation clusters to keep people outside and enjoying each other’s company. It’s also a good idea to provide coffee tables, side tables and other spaces where people can set their drinks and snacks. Don’t be afraid to borrow pieces from a friend or neighbor to make the party set complete.

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Consider the time of day of your gathering and what that means for your lighting situation. Intense late-day sun glare is unpleasant for all, but a few strategically placed patio plants can make a huge difference (and make the space feel more intimate). For the post-sundown festivities, light up the party zone with holiday lights by stringing them along deck rails, or zig-zagging them overhead. Add a fire pit, and if it’s chilly, keep an extra stash of throw blankets and jackets and you’ll have a cozy, well-lit space for those late-night talks.

3. Keep flying invaders at bay No one likes it when uninvited guests like flying, biting insects show up. Bottles of insect repellent in a conspicuous place are a good bet on buggy nights, but keep these (and the spraying area) well away from the food. For a chemical-free alternative, setting out a fan or two on a low setting can stir up enough of a breeze to keep the pests away.

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4. Get your game on

Directions:

For the ultimate crowd mixer and crowd pleaser, keep a few fun and easy yard games on hand. Dust off the old bocce ball set. Or, with a few simple materials from your local hardware store, you can create and customize DIY versions of your favorites, including bean-bag toss, ring toss or even target shooting with water guns.

In a bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, garlic, pretzel salt, parsley and cheese and set aside.

5. Keep the snacks simple and stress free The secret to a good party is not stressing over every detail of the dĂŠcor and the same goes for the food. An array of delicious but simple snacks are more than enough to get the party started. Soft pretzels are always a party favorite, but did you know that most people - 69 percent of them, to be exact - prefer to eat their soft pretzels dipped? Another 28 percent prefer cheese toppings above all the others. For the perfect snack to spice up the festivities, include a batch of Superpretzel Parmesan Garlic Bites or Superpretzel Everything Pretzel Bites (see recipes below).

Deep fry the pretzel bites in your favorite cooking oil at 360 degrees F for about 2 minutes.

When done, dredge the pretzel bites into the oil and cheese mixture.

Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Everything Pretzel Bites Ingredients: 20 Superpretzel Soft Pretzel Bites Everything bagel seasoning Melted butter Optional: whipped cream cheese (for dipping)

Parmesan Garlic Bites Ingredients:

Directions: Prepare soft pretzel bites according to instructions on the box.

9-12 Superpretzel Soft Pretzel Bites

Lightly coat soft pretzel bites with melted butter.

1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons wet minced garlic

Season soft pretzel bites with everything bagel seasoning and soft pretzel salt.

2 tablespoons dry parsley

Bake in 350 degree F oven until golden brown.

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Serve with whipped cream cheese.

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Back to the Future in Marshall NC Then and Now

Photo credit: Matthew Turlington

By Colleen Watson Dominated by the Blue Ridge Mountains and broken by rocky outcroppings created by the rush and flow of the French Broad River, Madison County is beauty actualized. Marshall is the county seat and sits with its back to the rocky edge of the mountains with Main Street running alongside the beautiful river.

This gem of a town is only 20 minutes from Asheville and 10 miles from the Appalachian Trail. Marshall occupies a narrow strip of level land that is often quoted as being a half-acre wide, a mile long and sky high. In the early days, its school was on the island in the river. Today, that building houses artists’ studios as the city continues to reinvent itself.

But before we get ahead of ourselves, let’s go back to the beginning. Madison County was formed from portions of Buncombe and Yancy Counties in 1851. At that time, Marshall was called Lapland and was a crucial location on the Buncombe Turnpike. Also known as the Old Drovers’ Road, the turnpike stretched from South Carolina to Tennessee and provided access to regional markets. Throughout the year, thousands of drovers would drive their stock of hogs, sheep, horses, mules and even turkeys (some say 10,000 at one time) along Page 24

the French Broad River, stopping in Marshall along the way.

In the mid-1870s to the early 1880s, regional railroads were connecting to other rail lines, creating a railroad throughway that linked Western North Carolina with Georgia, Tennessee, Virginia and Ohio. With the completion of this throughway, the day of the drover was gone forever. Up to this time, corn had been the king of Madison County, but soon after, Tobacco would reign and business was booming!

But several times over the ensuing decades, Marshall would see a rise and fall in both its population and economy.

The first time this happened was in the early years of the 20th century. But, following the Great Depression, young families moved back to the farms and mountains. Young men plowed the fields and food was plentiful, in spite of the lack of money during that time period.

Another exodus would occur after the war. It seemed as if Marshall was forgotten. With no new industries, no tourists and bypassed by the interstate road system, the bustling town seemed closed for business.

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In the late 1960s and into the ‘70s, good farm products, particularly tomatoes, several mills, manufacturing plants and the promise of new industries fueled the local economy and things seemed to turn around.

Sweet Monkey Café and Bakery, named after a ‘term of endearment’ by owner and chef, Hollie West, serves delicious scratch-made craft food. Hollie made her way to Asheville in 2003 where she established a home bakery, which evolved into the full service restaurant in Marshall in July of 2014. Hollie says it is what she was born to do! And, she has a great deal of experience!

Thousands of tourists were drawn to the area, visiting Madison Counties’ many unique towns and reveling in Marshall, the town built in the deep gorge of the French Broad. Back then, accommodations Born on Maui, Hollie and her included the Cool Creek Court, Balsister quickly became entrepresam Tourist Home and Stuart Tourist neurs, picking plums and offering Aerial view of Marshall in January 1949 Home in addition to boarding housthem for $1 to cyclists needing a litPhoto credit: Bingham Aerial, Courtesy of es. Visitors could find sustenance at tle pick-me-up. Her favorite book as NC Room, Pack Library the Rock Cafe, Plemons Restaurant a child was her orange covered Betand Madison Grill. The town was bustling again with car dealty Crocker cookbook and when she asked her mother, Dryna erships, appliance and furniture stores, a number of clothing West, for an Easy Bake Oven so she could make muffins in her stores and groceries, several doctors and dentist offices, a liroom, the response was, “You have a real one to play with.” brary, barbershops and beauty parlors, two drug stores and three churches. Friendly residents walked the streets to and When the family moved to Washington State when Hollie from their jobs, greeting visitors and telling stories about was 12, she forgot all about cooking and got into music. As a mountain living. matter of fact, she initially went to college to become a music teacher. She couldn’t play the piano and didn’t really like Although Madison has been primarily an agricultural woodwinds, so she quickly realized that career path wasn’t for county, its spectacular scenery makes it one of the most rugged her. She worked for and picturesque areas in Western North Carolina. And with a time as a special ed that, a new renaissance began in the late 20th century. This preschool teacher’s has picked up speed with new people moving into Marshall assistant, went on and bringing with them a sense of community and a desire to tour with the Seattle respect the past.

Cascades Drum and Bugle Corp and fiWhile music, arts and crafts have been a regular part of nally at 20, enrolled Marshall’s history, it has gained momentum over the years. in the Art Institute of Seattle’s culinary In the fall of 2007, Marshall High Studios opened on the school. She worked as 10-acre Blannahassett Island in the French Broad River. Housa caterer, did tailgate ing 26 art studios and an auditorium situated in a park-like markets for five years, setting, the studios have been successful in attracting artists and has worked in Owner & Chef Hollie West of with expertise in a variety of media. Originally, the building a number of restauSweet Monkey was home to Marshall High School and dates to 1925. Slated rants in and around for demolition, it ended up being the perfect building and loAsheville. She was a cation for working artists. baker at the Asheville School, made wedding cakes, made her own brand of granola, which she sold, along with her desserts Artists and musicians continue to move into the area and and pastries at local markets. She’s worked at the Flying Frog make it their home. Galleries have opened and Marshall’s creand was one of Savoy’s last pastry chefs before they reinvented ative vibe is drawing new people every day. themselves as Vinnie’s Neighborhood Italian Restaurant. Hollie also won the Asheville Wine & Food Festival Challenge in New shops and restaurants have also opened and are 2015, which was the last year of competition. She had an hour doing a brisk business. to make six plates using the one secret ingredient (Quail) and May 2018 | 50 + Living

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mended. Dinner is served Wednesday-Saturday starting at 5:30pm.

Zuma Coffee was one of the first new restaurants to open on Marshall’s Main Street. Thursday nights you’ll find many of the locals and an equal number of tourists enjoying the weekly bluegrass jam. Multi-Grammy-winning fiddler, Bobby Hicks leads the jam session from 7-9pm, but you best get there early if you want a seat!

Mad Co Brewing was established in 2016 and is Madison County’s first brewery. With a covered patio, tasting room and a back deck that looks out over the French Broad and the Blannahassett Island, Mad Co is a popular local spot.

Interior of Star Diner

other items (herbs, spices, etc.) supplied. Hollie clearly works well under pressure!

Hollie came to Marshall where she found the people to be welcoming and supportive. It was a fit for her, and she feels she couldn’t do what she’s doing in Marshall anywhere else. Six years ago, her mother, Dryna and father Richard, joined her here to help at the restaurant and to be close to their daughter and grandson.

The Flow, an arts and crafts shop on Main Street, features “handmade adornment for body and home.” It is owned by five artists whose work you will find throughout the store. They also represent handcrafted work of more than 60 local and regional artists. They moved into the historic building at 14 South Main Street eight years ago.

This building was actually the first one in Marshall that was purchased by someone outside of Marshall. The building was renovated, maintaining its historic significance, and condos were added in the upstairs space. A woodworker living in the

Sweet Monkey is open Wednesday-Saturday from 9am9pm and Monday from 10am-3pm. Breakfast is served until noon with lunch available until 5pm. Sundays are set-aside for brunch from 10am-4pm and they are closed on Tuesdays.

Their unique house made pizzas are available from noon until 9pm. Dinner and brunch menus change often with such items as Mussels served in a rosemary white wine broth and Clams in a tomato, tarragon and garlic white wine cream sauce. Brunch may include a Salmon Benny with roasted asparagus and a Florentine served on French toasted cheese bread. Regardless of what’s on the menu, the food is always fresh and delicious and of course, the bakery products and breads are amazing!

The Star Diner has been thrilling diners since it opened in the old Gulf filling station on Main Street. Executive Chef Brian Sonoskus and Chef de Cuisine Will Hogancamp serve up traditional dishes with a unique flair. The atmosphere of the “diner” adds to the experience. Star Diner is currently serving lunch from 11:30am until 1pm and will soon be starting up Sunday Brunch again. But, you need to be warned, diners are coming from all over the region, so while dinner reservations are not required, they are definitely recomPage 26

Flow Gallery

building was hired to help with the renovations, so the space is artistically crafted. The owners of Flow include: Kathy Goodson, Dream Silks (fine art on silk); Kari Morton, The Stash Store (quilts and custom quilting); Connie Molland, Rose Hollow Connections (woodworking); Pegi Pike (jewelry); and Lauren Rutten, Milkhouse Arts (creative writing).

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If you visit Marshall, don’t forget to check out Bowman Hardware and Penland & Sons Department Store. The hardware store is like stepping back in time, where you can find things from the past like brooms made with broom corn. They also had a funeral home upstairs with actual drive-by viewing. Both Bowman Hardware and Penland are family owned businesses that have been operating for over 100 years. Sisters, Georgette Penland Shelton and Susan Penland Rector operate the department store now.

The latest newcomers, Michael Torres, a retired genetics professor, and Carroll Hauptle, a retired lawyer, are working to purchase and renovate the building at 90 South Main Street to create a community center focused on the arts, education and wellness.

Penland & Sons Department Store

New people are settling in Marshall and looking to make a difference in the community. Walking around this remarkable town provides one with a sense of history and a real possibility for a future that brings back the best of the past.

Smith—to its existing arts, crafts and music culture, Marshall is interwoven with a community spirit that is both energizing and welcoming. Ee

Marshall is a rich crossroads of rural Appalachian history.

From its architecture—the Neo-Classical Revival brick courthouse was built in 1906 by the famed architect, Richard Sharp

Upcoming event: Mermaids in Marshall, Saturday, June 2.

Chaired by Hollie West of Sweet Monkey, this festival features a parade, food, music and of course, Mermaids!

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Reasons You Need to Get Your Physical Every Year

When most people think about going to the doctor, it is because they are ill or have suffered some kind of injury. Many people do not think about going to the doctor at all when they feel well. And this can be a major mistake. Get to know some of the reasons you really need to get your physical every year. Then, you can be sure you are doing what is best for your health and well-being going forward.

You Can Update Your Family Health History Genetics play a major role in your health. The conditions that affect your parents and grandparents can have a major impact on your health as you age. Your annual exam is a yearly opportunity for you to update your doctor of any family health changes. If a close family member such as a parent has been diagnosed with a condition like heart disease, then your doctor should know about it. Their decline in heart health may have a genetic component that could impact your heart health.

Most doctor’s offices have you update your written records when you come in for your physical. You will be able to update your family records as a part of this process, so your doctor can provide you better care. If your parents or grandparents have certain forms of cancer like breast, colon, or prostate cancer, your doctor may recommend earlier or more frequent screenings for these conditions, for example.

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Your Doctor Can Detect Ailments Early Even if you feel fine and as if you are in perfect health, this may not always be the case. There could be problems going on beneath the surface from which you do not have any symptoms. Annual health screenings can help to detect those problems when they are still in their earliest stages.

When you get an annual physical, you will get your bloodwork done. This fasting blood test will check several aspects of your health, from the composition and makeup of your blood to your cholesterol and even your liver function.

If your white cell levels are too high, for example, your doctor may be concerned about infections or even cancer.

If your cholesterol is high, your doctor may be able to detect it early enough that you can correct the problem without needing prescription cholesterol medications and before you experience major cardiovascular issues like heart disease or clogged arteries.

With the knowledge of just a few of the reasons that you should prioritize your yearly physical, you can be sure that you call your doctor and schedule your appointment as soon as possible. Ee 50 + Living | May 2018

Smart Tips to Keep Your Grill Clean and Safe ((StatePoint) Nothing beats barbecues, block parties and al fresco dining. For your family’s safety and for the sake of your grill, here are some pointers on keeping that grill well-maintained all season.

Visual Check Ensure your grill is still in good working order after the off-season by giving it a once-over. Remember to turn off the gas and tank valves before getting started.

Check whether all of its components are intact, including gas hoses. Also, determine whether the tank is full.

Keep in mind that many grills come with a warranty, and you may be able to replace worn out parts without needing to buy a brand-new grill entirely.

Quick Clean-Up

You can better protect your grill from the elements and guard against rusting by covering it after each use. If possible, use the cover provided by the manufacturer, as its designed to best fit

your grill.

This season, take great care of your grill. With the right tools on hand, you can streamline your routine. Ee

When it comes to the grates, experts recommend using tools that allow you to skip the brush and the elbow grease to save some time and energy.

“Spray a concentrated multipurpose cleanser over your grill’s grates evenly, wait a few seconds to give the grease time to break down, then gently wipe the area down with a sponge,” says TV contractor, Jeff Devlin, who uses Mean Green on his grill. The spray, which was recently named

by Real Simple Magazine as the Best Multipurpose Spray, is available at Walmart and other retailers.

Other Considerations A deep clean is important once or twice a season. However, after each use, you can keep debris and build-up from becoming a bigger problem with a quick spot clean. One important area you don’t want to neglect is the bottom of the grill, where ash and grease build-up is likely to occur. Scrape out this section regularly.

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Fiber Weekend Saturday, May 12 to Sunday, May 13, 2018

May Activities Events happening this month in the WNC area to enjoy!

Spring Herb Festival at Western NC Farmers Market Friday, May 4, 2018 to Sunday, May 6, 2018 Largest herb festival in the Southeast with 50+ businesses with plants, books, soaps, herbal crafts, medicinal herbs, lotions, dried flowers, baked goods, herbal gifts and much more.

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French Broad River Festival Friday, May 4, 2018 to Sunday, May 6, 2018 This grassroots festival in Hot Springs on the banks of the French Broad features some of the best music in the area, camping and outdoor events in celebration of this beautiful river. Tickets include camping, music, registration fees for whitewater and biking events (if you have your own boat/bike), one raffle ticket, festival schwag, and good times. For tickets: www.frenchbroadriverfestival.com

LEAF Festival

Thursday, May 10 to Sunday, May 13, 2018 A weekend at LEAF is the equivalent of going on a year-long multicultural musical and dance odyssey - longtime favorite festival held in Black Mountain on a lake with camping and limited tickets. The Spring festival theme is “Ignite & Inspire” featuring Legends of Africa.

Discover new music and enjoy LEAF traditions during three days with four stages, jam tent, healing arts, poetry and African drum circle.

For more info: www.theleaf.com May 2018 | 50 + Living

Craftspeople at the Folk Art Center share their inspiration and expertise in a variety of textile arts. Saturday demonstrations include quilting and appliqué, doll making, weaving, mixed media fiber arts, clothing, printing design, tapestry weaving and natural dyeing. Two fashion shows on Sunday!

Free admission. For more information: www.southernhighlandguild.org

Second Saturdays, River Arts District Saturday, May 12, 2018 Home to over 200 artists, the River Arts District (near downtown Asheville & Biltmore) is extra festive on each second Saturday in 2018.

Find show openings, hands-on classes, demos, music and more in 23 repurposed industrial buildings along the French Broad River. www.riverartsdistrict.com

Chihuly Glass Sculptures at Biltmore

Thursday, May 17 to Sunday, October 7, 2018 Spectacular outdoor and indoor exhibition in the gardens and Biltmore House, featuring the monumental glass sculptures of Dale Chihuly.

Included in the regular admission price.

Special night tours also. For more info and ticket prices: www.biltmore.com

Kenilworth Artists Open Studio Tour

Saturday, May 26 to Sunday, May 27, 2018 Kenilworth neighborhood, just five minutes from downtown Asheville, annual Open Studio Tour features 20+ jewelers, painters, glass-workers, fabric artists, potters, woodworkers, photographers and more! www.kenilworthartists.org

Lake Lure Arts Festival Saturday, May 26 to Monday, May 28, 2018 Featuring handmade creations from more than 60 artisans from across the region, including painting, photography, jewelry, leather, metal, soaps and more on Memorial Day Weekend. Admission is free. Across from the beach, 2771 Memorial Highway. www.lakelureartsandcraftsfestivals.com

White Squirrel Festival Saturday, May 26 to Sunday, May 27, 2018 Go nuts at the White Squirrel Festival in downtown Brevard on Memorial Day Weekend. The White Squirrel Festival is nutty, family fun over the Memorial Day Weekend. The music is the major showcase, giving prominence to national and even international performers who are connected to Transylvania County, with 14 free concerts! And there’s plenty of food, art and crafts. It’s no wonder that the White Squirrel Festival was recognized by the Southeast Tourism Society as one of the Top 20 May festivals. www.whitesquirrelfestival.com

Garden Jubilee Festival

Montford Arts and Music Festival

Saturday, May 26 to Sunday, May 27, 2018

Saturday, May 19, 2018

This Downtown Hendersonville Festival is the ideal event for passionate gardeners searching for the perfect plants, unique lawn and garden accessories, and arts and crafts.

Memorial Day Weekend.

One of the largest one day free music and arts festivals in Asheville, held on Montford and Soco near downtown, with over 100 vendors of art, crafts and food. Two stages of entertainment. 10 AM-7 PM.

Saluda Arts Festival

Memorial Day Concert and Ceremony

Saturday, May 19, 2018

Monday, May 28, 2018

Outstanding festival with 100% hand-picked regional artists along Saluda’s historic Main Street. See a big diversity of art media and enjoy music representing Americana, blues, folk and contemporary. FREE10 AM-4 PM.

Held on the Roger McGuire Green Stage of Pack Square Park in downtown Asheville starting at 2:30 PM with the Army National Guard’s Army Band performing a half-hour before and after the ceremony. FREE. Page 31

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