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New Blogsite Provides Updates on Town Square in Black Mtn

The Town of Black Mountain owns a piece of undeveloped property in the center of town and is considering creating a small park and public parking.   A citizen's committee is working through various proposals and they've created a website to post updates.

The new website is available at:  http://blackmountaintownsquare.com/
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A Little Love in the Valley



(reposted from Black Mountain Birdie with thanks to Gretchen Howard)

Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Black Mountain / Swannanoa
The Black Mountain- Swannanoa Chamber of Commerce Announces Valentine’s Day Happenings Around the Valley

Black Mountain, NC (January 31, 2011) – The following Black Mountain/ Swannanoa stores, businesses and restaurants have special Valentine’s Day offerings sure to please you and your loved one!



Sunday Grant Photography is offering mini photo sessions for Valentine’s Day. Cost is $75. 


www.sundaygrantphotography.com 

Que Sera is open for Valentine’s Day dinner 5- 10 p.m. with specials for the evening along with their regular menu.  400 East State Street, 664-9472.

The Morning Glory is open for dinner for a special four-course Valentine’s Day dinner 5:30- 9 p.m. Two or more options for each course featuring fish, meats, organic produce and vegetarian options. $45 per couple includes a complimentary glass of bubbly. Reservations only. 669-6212. 6 E Market Street #A, Black Mountain.

www.themorningglorycafe.com;


Valentine’s Day dinner at the Blackbird includes a special romantic menu with elegant choices and complimentary champagne. Menu items include lobster, rack of lamb, rib eye and wild salmon, wild mushroom truffled fettuccini… plus wild raspberry mousse, house made chocolate truffles and chocolate flights for two.; 669-5556. 10 East Market Street, Black Mountain.

www.theblackbirdrestaurant.com

Ridgecrest Conference Center is serving a Valentine’s Day lunch buffet on Sunday, February 13. Adults- $13.25 plus tax, children under 12- $6.25 plus tax. At the Ridgecrest Conference Center/ Johnson Spring, Room 1. 12- 1:30 p.m. Reservations required and must be made by February 10 – 828-669-8022 and ask for Valentine’s Day lunch buffet reservations. 
www.ridgecrestconferencecenter.org.


Kilwin’s Chocolates, Fudge and Ice Cream has a large variety of Valentine’s Day gift ideas and prices ranges to fit any budget.  669-6119. 116 West State Street.

www.kilwins.com;

AnTHM Gallery is hosting a special Valentine’s workshop on Feb.5, 11 am.- 2 pm. Nationally acclaimed artist and Black Mountain’s own Brad Stroman will show attendees how to create their own “heartstones” – each finished heartstone will be beautifully boxed and wrapped to give to your special someone. The workshop is held at AnTHM and includes lunch at Black Mountain Bakery. No supplies required. $55 per person, $100 per couple. AnTHM also has other special Valentine’s Day gifts including votive candles , jewelry and accessories. 828-419-0049; 100.5 West State Street.
 www.anthmgallery.com.

The Sourwood Gallery in Black Mountain is hosting the Swannanoa Valley Fine Arts League Members Show for a second year. “Paint Your Heart Out” is opening Sunday afternoon February 13 with a reception from 2-4 p.m. Visitors are invited to attend and vote for a favorite work of art. Three artists will receive “People’s Choice Awards” which will be revealed on closing day February 26. At least twenty-five artists working in a variety of mediums and styles will be exhibiting new works.The Sourwood Gallery is located at 100 Broadway; 669-4975.
www.svfal.org. 
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Story Submissions

The Swannanoa Valley Scene is committed to sharing "our" story..........to sharing  the story of the Swannanoa Valley with the world.   We believe the Swannanoa Valley possesses a rich heritage, a vibrant present, and a promising future and we want to world to know about our valley.

We are firm believers in participatory journalism and collaborative media whereby the community contributes their story ideas and/or their own stories for publication..


We look forward to working with YOU to help share the stories of the Swannanoa Valley.


Do you have an idea for an interesting story?

Do you have an story you've written yourself?

Do you have a images or videos of local interest?

Send your ideas and stories to:
swannanoavalleyscene@gmail.com

The Swannanoa Valley Scene will also publish several on-going on-line polls to get YOUR opinion on various questions.  We encourage you to take part in these surveys and polls and to invite your friends to participate as well.

Changes to Bus Service for Swannanoa and Warren Wilson College

[reposted from the Swannanoa Pride Community Coalition]




This is a service announcement from Asheville Transit.


Routes 28 and 29 being replaced by Rt.170.    


Rt 28 & 29 last day of service this Sat. Jan. 29.   Rt. 170 first day of service this Mon. Jan. 31.
  • Same fares as all other Asheville Transit routes
  • More bus stops than the old Rt 28.
  • No service on Swannanoa River Rd. and S Tunnel Rd. (No service to Wal-Mart) – see Route 26
  • New route will travel on Tunnel Rd. continuing on US-70 to Black Mountain, with Warren Wilson College service being provided via Warren Wilson Rd.
  • Connections with Mountain Mobility’s Black Mountain Trailblazer
  • Black Mountain service four (4) trips/day, plus Warren Wilson Service 4-7 times/day
  • Morning service to Warren Wilson College
  • Later service Monday – Thursday along Tunnel Rd. for improved job access.
  • Assess to Asheville Mall continues to be provided via stops at White Pine Dr. east bound and Buckstone Pl. west bound.
Think Green! Think Transit! Please consider the environment when commuting and printing e-mails. 

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