MAIN FM opportunities in Asheville

Since 1996, MAIN has operated as an Internet Service provider serving a multi-county region of WNC.  This ISP operation provides broadband Internet access via wireless technologies, web-hosting services catering to local residents, small non-profits, and local govt. agencies.

MAIN also has a low - power FM radio station (103.5 FM) or on line stream (www.main-fm.org)  which offers news, syndicated commentaries, local host programs (music, arts & cultural programs and local discussions of  issues)  and emergency updates. MAIN is one of the oldest community networks, and is in the forefront of policy advocacy for broadband equity in rural and low-income communities.

Specific MAIN  Volunteer Opportunities:

Retired or Semi-retired  business executives to assess organization's business practices

Retired or Semi-retired professionals with experience in operation assessment and oversight  who would be able to spend time at the business office on Wall Street 

Retired or Semi-retired accountants advising in accounting and billing procedures

Past experience with broadcast engineering/operations for the radio station on Haywood St  & 

Program Producers - 30 and 60 minute radio show slots  - community issues, music, Eco/environmental topics, other ??? If any of this  strikes a chord with you . . . Call Carol Anders -  686-1380 / email  dec25carol@yahoo.com

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Asheville SCORE seminar series is underway

Advance planning department

A. North Carolina events:

* The 2011 seminar series for Asheville SCORE is underway. Upcoming seminars include the following:                   

Basic Internet Marketing
Thursday, January 27 from 6-9 p.m.  
          
Marketing
Saturday, January 29 from 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Accounting for Non-Accountants    
Wednesday, Feb. 2 from 6-9 p.m.
          
How to Develop a Website
Saturday, Feb. 5 from 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
                     
For more information and/or to register, please click:

http://www.ashevillescore.org/seminars.htm

Thanks to BlainesWorld for this information


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Beginners Salsa in Asheville NC

Friday, February 4th - "Beginner's Only" Salsa Class & Ballroom Dance Party

Beginning Salsa Class at 7 p.m.
"Beginner's Only" Dance Party: 8-10 p.m.
Class Taught and Party Hosted by: Ted and Kimberly Ross

Location: The Asheville Ballroom & Dance Centre (991-B Sweeten Creek Rd., Asheville)

Learn to dance the sizzling Salsa and practice your ballroom dancing in a fun, safe and supportive atmosphere at this "Beginner's Only" Class and Dance Party! Refreshments and sodas will be provided and Professional Dance Instructors will be at the party to assist students with their dancing questions.  Line dances will also be taught and included in the party.  No partner is necessary for the class or party.  $10 for Class and Party (Special $7 Rate for ages 17 & under) 

For more information on this event, contact Ted & Kimberly Ross at (828) 333-8333 or email at ted.ross@charter.net


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Wink Hosts Special Event for Women with Curly Hair

Learn how to style and care for your locks at Curls Night Out on February 24

Asheville, NC- Wink is hosting Curls Night Out from 6-9p.m. Thursday February 24 to celebrate customer appreciation. Bring a friend and join us for this free event celebrating our love of curly hair.
During our most popular event of the year Wink’s trained stylists will show you how to love and care for your naturally curly hair.

“The heart of this event is loving the curly hair you were born with. We want to help women out there who have long hated their hair a chance to love it.”  Gilda Santiago- co-owner of Wink.

“The response to Curls Night Out has been over-whelming. Finally women with curly textured hair feel included, getting extra special attention for a hair type that can intimidate many hair stylists. The event is fun, and it’s so cool to see a room packed with women with beautiful naturally curly hair! We will work with the best products, diffusers and finger styling. Your hair will look and feel as amazing as we think you are.” Christine DiBenedetto- co- owner Wink Heads and Threads

Our evening will include special guest artist Cal Ellis, a top stylist at Devachan/ Deva Curl NYC working together with our 8 trained curlaborators. One client recently raved to Cal and said, “You don’t know what you have done for me! I have never felt beautiful, until now.” To this point, Cal exclaims, “This is what it’s all about!”

Curls night out will include training tips from stylists, hair cutting demonstrations, product samples, snacks and drinks, too.  Wink is an award winning salon featuring, jewelry, accessories and gift items, many of them locally or regionally made.

Wink is located in the Biltmore Courtyard building, suite 103. 18 Brook St, Biltmore Village.  Hours are Monday-Saturday 9-6 PM Call 828-277-4070 or visit ilovewink.com

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The Block Party in Asheville with mikeflo of Dead Prez

Here is a music event that is getting ready to happen at Hole N Da Wall on Saturday February 12, 2011. Doors open at 9pm. For more information, you can tweet @HoleNDaWall and @SocialLifeAVL

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Asheville Grown - Love Asheville, Buy Local

Asheville Grown is doing a benefit at The Hop Ice Cream Cafe. Here is a video intro by Greg, one of the owners of The Hop. Join the many folks in Asheville who support Asheville Grown Business Alliance Tuesday, January 25 from 5-8pm at The Hop.



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Dancing Flash Mob at the Asheville Mall

Lots of flash mobbing going around town lately. Here is the video of a group that took over a part of the Asheville Mall and danced for several minutes.



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