March 2010

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No More Snow!! ...PLEASE!!

But at least we have a beautiful place to ride out the rest of this unusual and extreme winter...
And despite the chill in the air, there's always plenty going on in Asheville no matter what the weather. Check it out below.

Cheers...and stay warm, wherever you are!
Maggie Marshall
maggie.marshall@realliving.com
www.realliving.com/maggie.marshall
(828) 772-4286

March 6 & 7 - 2010 Maple Syrup Tour

Join North Carolina's only commercial producer of maple syrup for their second annual Maple Syrup Tour. March 6 and 7, Maple Creek Farm will be offering tours on the hour for visitors to see the maple syrup making process from tapping trees to cooking syrup. Hike up through the "sugar bush" to see the taps and tubing, visit with farm animals, smell the sweet steam of cooking syrup, and sample fresh syrup and maple sausage.

March 12 - Bela Fleck - The Africa Project

Béla Fleck is often considered the premier banjo player in the world. A New York City native, he picked up the banjo at age 15 after being awed by the bluegrass music of Flatt & Scruggs. In on-location collaborations with musicians from Uganda, Tanzania, Senegal, Mali, South Africa and Madagascar, Béla Fleck explores the African origins of the banjo, the prototype of which was brought to American shores by African slaves.

March 19- 21 - Western Carolina Home Show

Western Carolina's premier Home Show since 1976. The Home Show features displays of the latest home construction techniques, materials and products. Home furnishings, home builders, lawn and garden equipment, landscaping, pools and spas, home financing, appliances, home security and entertainment, decorating ideas, decks and patios, sporting goods, heating and cooling equipment home repair and renovation, and much more.

March 20 - Asheville Artisan Bread Festival

Forget the low-carb diet for the day and treat yourself to the 6th Annual Asheville Artisan Bread Festival! Sponsored by 15 local artisan bakeries, this festival is a celebration of the art and craft of bread baking. In the morning the 'bakers showcase' attendees can sample bread from all the bakeries and talk to the bakers. The afternoon features hands-on workshops, lectures, and demonstrations of all aspects of bread baking.

March 20 - "Eat Local - Grow Your Own!"

Buncombe County Master Gardeners will present a Spring Garden School—Gardening in Buncombe County—on Saturday, March 20 at AB-Tech's Ferguson Auditorium. Registration will begin at 8:30am and classes will be held from 9:00am -3:30pm. The theme will be home vegetable gardening, “Eat Local - Grow Your Own!".

March 27-28 - WNC Orchid Society Show and Sale

Occurring in the first week of spring, the Annual WNC Orchid Society Juried Show and Sale kicks off the Arboretums schedule of events for 2008. Hundreds of orchids fill the Education Center in this annual show that also features orchid plant and supply vendors. Educational classes offered throughout the weekend, and Orchid Society members are available to answer questions and provide orchid-growing advice.

New Deck Dècor

Lounging on your very own deck is a great way to escape into the outdoors yet remain cozy and peaceful around your home. Whether you just added a deck or patio to your home or have had one for years, it is still important to accessorize it and keep it up-to-date. After all, it's a gathering place for friends and family, so you'll want it to feel warm and friendly. You can make your outdoor living space more beautiful and comfortable with a little thought and a few finishing touches!

Rainy Day Fun

Rainy days can be difficult when you have a young child at home. Most parents do not want their child to watch television all day, but coming up with activities can be challenging. The following activities are simple projects to share with your child. They utilize simple materials found in most homes and will pique your child's interest on a rainy day inside.

Travel Ideas / Tips

Travel insurance is a combination of trip-cancellation insurance and 24-hour emergency assistance. With insurance, you can get your money back if you have to leave for home early or cancel your trip all together. Do you know how to get insured?

Recipe of the Month

Add some green into your diet just in time for St. Patrick's Day with this recipe for Barbecue Green Beans. It's a zesty side dish that will spice up any lunch or dinner! Don't forget to wear green on March 17!

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