WBA Administrator — Position Available!

Weaverville Business Association
Job Description – Administrator
August, 2018
 
Title: WBA Administrator
 
Job Description: The Weaverville Business Association (WBA) employs an administrator to complete organizational tasks on behalf of the board and the association members. This position requires scheduling flexibility and a wide variety of skills for managing online records, volunteers and events.
 
The WBA Administrator attends all general membership and board meetings, and sits on various event committees. The administrator manages membership rosters, the website, email lists, publishes the monthly newsletter and communicates with members regarding purchase of ads in the annual WBA brochure. Additionally, the administrator helps plan WBA events like Art in Autumn, Music on Main, the Candlelight Stroll, and the biannual Weaverville Art Safari. This requires managing communications with vendors, artists, town officials and the WBA membership and working with association members on the logistics of big events..
 
Monthly hours vary according to association activity. Higher hours per month usually correspond to event planning for the association. Pay for this position starts at $18/ hour.
 
Skills and preferences:
– Familiarity with Google accounts, email and documents preferred, as well as Excel spreadsheets. Other online management skills will be involved.
– Good communication skills, both written and spoken. This position requires that the employee communicate with a variety of people from the WBA board, town officials, volunteers, community members, and vendors with whom we do business.
– Excellent organizational skills for managing records and event logistics.
– Willingness to problem solve and proactively communicate with the board about what needs to be done.
– Transportation is important since this position can require picking up various documents or materials for the association and delivering them around town.
– Strongly prefer a Weaverville resident with commitment to the long-term health and growth of the town.
 
If interested, please send resume to [email protected].

Optix Eye Care 20 Year Anniversary

Optix Eye Care is proudly celebrating their 20th year in Weaverville with a HUGE SALE & BBQ Saturday July 28th from 10 am – 5 pm!

Optix 20 Years

 

Reasons you don’t want to miss this event:

  • ALL EYEWEAR WILL BE ON SALE!
  • Special lens pricing the day of the event
  • FREE macular pigment screenings 
    • Low macular pigment is a risk factor for developing Macular Degeneration
  • A chance to WIN 1 of 3 pairs of prescription glasses and lenses
  • A chance to WIN a pair of Kaenon sunglasses.
  • Have some Southern Smoke BBQ on us!
  • View the entire Keanon sunwear collection
  • View the entire State Optical collection all hand made in Chicago!

We hope you can make it out to find that perfect pair of glasses at an incredible price while enjoying some tasty BBQ and some extra special event opportunities!

Dr. Kim Walters earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry. Dr. Walters served two externships, one with Carolina Ophthalmology and one at Aldridge Eye Institute. She also practiced one day a week at Mission Hospital’s Low Vision Center for seven years.  

“With a Handshake in Mind”–the artwork of Marcus Thomas

Let us introduce you to the extraordinary artwork of local artist Marcus Thomas. We are proud to have worked with Marcus and his wife Anne for 24 years, and we continue to be dazzled by his creativity and artistry. His creative expression and exceptional depictions of wildlife and nature give us a glimpse of Marcus’ gift — the natural talent of a true artist.

Stop by the shop — Anne has just restocked some of Marcus’ new prints, and they are sure to impress.

Here are a few examples… see for yourself:

Marcus will be exhibiting his artwork at our 12th annual Art in Autumn festival on Main Street in Weaverville on September 15th. Be sure to stop by his booth — you may just catch him with a brush in his mouth, painting as usual.

More information on Art in Autumn can be found here: https://visitweaverville.com/art-in-autumn/

For more information on Marcus: http://marcusthomasartist.com/

Happy summer to all!

Carla and Bob

Beginner Beekeeping Series June 6th + June 13th

Lecture – June 6 &13
Cost: $75 per person OR $125 for two!

This class will offer a whirlwind of information from hive placement to season-long management. The fee for this class includes 6 hours of lecture as well as a 2 hour Hands-on in the Hive portion. The new beekeeper will find this invaluable in gaining comfort and confidence around a hive.
Call or email the store to reserve your spot in the lecture and hands-on portions.

Please note that the hands-on sessions are capped, so don’t wait to register!

This offering is held at Wild Mountain Bees, 23 Merrimon Ave, Weaverville, NC.

Hands-on Dates:

June 9th 2-4 pm
June 16th 10-12pm
Additional dates TBA!

ARTISANS ON MAIN: LAURIE SULLIVAN

Laurie Sullivan | Multimedia Artist

To say that Laurie Sullivan has an appreciation for the natural world would be an understatement. As an avid hiker, lifelong equestrian and master naturalist, Laurie Sullivan strengthens her connections with nature through multiple art mediums including oil paints, acrylics, watercolors, pastel chalks, inks and graphite pencils. Her work includes pet portraits, equestrian-themed artwork and landscapes.

Laurie Sullivan Commissions

You have been a nature lover your whole life and are an avid hiker, equestrian and naturalist. What is it about nature that you wish to convey with your artwork?

The texture, the light, the feeling of being out in a natural environment is what I endeavor to portray. Some artworks are more realistic than others.

Can you please describe your process, what inspires you and how you go about choosing your next art project?

In terms of process I allow the artwork to evolve from my photographs of being outside, from the smallest flower to the largest landscape view, the different aspects appeal to me. The technical process depends upon the art medium. It is fun to dabble in a variety of 2-D art mediums.

Laurie Sullivan Landscape Art
You work with a number of different mediums including oil, acrylics, watercolors, pastel chalks, inks and graphite pencils. How do you decide which one to use? Which is your favorite to work with and why? 

Frequently the photograph dictates the art medium and it is also fun to combine several in a mixed medium piece. I don’t really have a favorite medium. It is more expressive to use a loose painting style but I am probably known best for my accuracy in the drawing mediums.

What can you tell us about the life size horse you are painting for the Tryon International Equestrian Center and what do you like most about this project? 

The two horses that I painted are completed and are no longer in the studio space at AOM. They are on display in Tryon, NC and also Columbus, NC, both on the main streets for each town. The horses were not specifically created for TIEC; they were commissioned for the project called the Art of the Horse out of Tryon, NC. But one of the horses that I painted does show the variety of equine sport disciplines that will be going on during the WEG. More about the process… Artists submitted designs, and once juried and approved, the artists were then given the fiberglass life-sized horse forms of their choosing to do the paintings on.

Laurie Sullivan Horse

Once completed, the horses were picked up, taken to an auto body shop for a clear coating to protect them, and then positioned in the towns of Tryon, Saluda, Columbus, NC and Landrum, SC. A map is due out any day to show the location of the horses. Once the World Equestrian Games are completed this fall then the horses will be rounded up and taken to an auction in October. The new owners can display them either in private or public locations.

Your commission work is extraordinary! How do you approach your commissions and what should people know about getting a commissioned piece from you?

With animals I like to show the personality or a piece of what makes that animal special to it’s owner/partner. A slice of their life so to speak, and portraits can be from action photographs or casual positioning. Contact me through Artisans on Main for more details. My website can provide more samples www.LaurieSullivanArt.com and I have business cards there if someone prefers to contact me directly. If suitable photographs are provided then the cost is discounted by $50 from the listed prices of $300 (small), $400 (medium) or $500 (large). No framing is provided but artwork is generally created so that clients can choose a standard sized frame if they choose to do that.

Laurie Sullivan Commissions

 

Find out more about Laurie by visiting her website:
Or drop by Artisans on Main at 14 N. Main St. in Weaverville, NC!

Optix is excited to host Artist Denby Dale at the upcoming Art Safari!

The Weaverville Art Safari is just around the corner! Optix is proud to host Artist Denby Dale in our lobby April 28th and 29th 10 am – 5pm in participation with the Art Safari.

Her work was recently featured on the cover of The Laurel of Asheville magazine. She is also currently in the show ‘Form & Function’ at Contemporaneo Asheville in downtown Asheville. That show is on display until June 30th.

Denby will be showing encaustics, mixed media drawings/paintings and small format assemblages in the form of wearable belt buckles and hanging plaques.Denby Dale
Please join us in supporting our talented local artist! We would love to see you on safari!

Optix Eye Care

49 N. Buncombe School Rd. Weaverville, NC 28787

Photo Restoration at Art Accents Frame Shop

Have your old photographs been damaged or showing signs of aging? Besides fire or water damage, photos can deteriorate due to conditions such as light exposure, humidity, acid migration, fungus, mold, uv fading, and emulsion degradation. Bring them by the shop and have Bob scan and restore them back to like-new condition. He can then make new prints, and will give you the digital copy of the restored photo which will then be preserved for a lifetime. Don’t take the chance of losing you old memories! Check out some of his recent restore  projects below.

Press Release: Grand Opening of Main Street Weaverville Real Estate Office

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

CONTACT:
Michael Phelan, Vice President of Marketing
Beverly-Hanks & Associates
(828) 712-8320
[email protected]

 

Grand Opening of Main Street Weaverville Real Estate Office

Beverly-Hanks & Associates to celebrate opening of new regional office in Weaverville.

 

February 15, 2018, Asheville, NC—Regional real estate leader Beverly-Hanks & Associates will be celebrating the grand opening of a new office at 62 N Main Street, Weaverville on Thursday, February 22, 2018 from 4:30–6:30pm.

“With our new Main Street location in Weaverville, we are excited to provide great value and service to our customers and clients as part of their community,” said Elaine Ingle, Beverly-Hanks Weaverville office manager. “We hope everyone can come out to officially celebrate our grand opening with us.”

In addition to local residents, clients, and friends, Beverly-Hanks has invited the local community of businesses on Main Street to attend the office grand opening. Weaverville’s mayor, Al Root, town council, and town manager, Selena Coffey, have also been invited. The drop-in event will feature refreshments provided by local Weaverville merchants Maggie B’s Wine & Specialty Store and Well-Bred Bakery & Café.

“In today’s hot real estate environment, it’s important to work with knowledgeable, local real estate agents,” says Neal Hanks, Jr., President of Beverly-Hanks. “Beverly-Hanks is the experienced, family-owned real estate company that has supported residents across Western North Carolina for more than 40 years.”

For more information about successfully buying or selling a home in WNC, experts at Beverly-Hanks are available to help you Live the Life You Choose. Speak with a Beverly-Hanks real estate agent in Weaverville today at (828) 251-1800.

 

About Beverly-Hanks & Associates

The market leader since 1976, Beverly-Hanks & Associates is a full-service real estate firm offering residential and commercial sales, marketing, and consulting services across Western North Carolina. In addition to these core business platforms, Beverly-Hanks has strategic partnerships in several related industry ventures including mortgage, title insurance, and consumer-facing lead procurement ventures. For more information, visit beverly-hanks.com.

 

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Grand Opening of Main Street Weaverville Real Estate Office

Honeybee Raffle at Wild Mountain Bee’s 1/26 Anniversary Party

Did you know we’ve been in our new shop for 1 year already?! Come celebrate with us this Friday Jan 26th 4:30-7:30 at the shop! We will be partnering with Eluvium Brewing for tastings of their beer brewed with honey, and Shanti Elixirs will be slinging up her amazing jun! Also, there’s still time to enter the raffle to WIN 1 PACKAGE OF BEES — $5 to enter + drawing is at 7 pm this Friday during our event (don’t worry, if you can’t make it, we’ll call ya if you win)!

Anniversary Party and January Offerings from Wild Mountain Bees!

 

WILD MOUNTAIN BEES ANNIVERSARY PARTY!
Friday, January 26th 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm

We have just loved our move to downtown Weaverville – what a warm, welcoming community we have come into. Join us to celebrate honeybees, their amazing overwintering journey, our first year at our new location – and YOU, our awesome customers! We will have drinks and snacks as well as raffling off (1) package of bees! A package includes 3 lbs of bees and a queen. To enter the raffle, you can buy tickets at the shop for $5 each! We will be announcing the winner at 7 pm that night. If you do win and are not present, we are happy to give you a call and let you know! We will see y’all there!

Wild Mountain Bees’
Free Talks + Classes

THE MAGIC OF THE HONEYBEE
January 20th, 1:00 – 2:30 PM
Cost: Free!

FIRST STEPS OF BEEKEEPING
January 20th, 2:30 – 4:00 PM
Cost: Free!

BEGINNER BEEKEEPING SERIES
Wednesdays, January 24th + 31st, 5:00pm – 8:30pm

Following the free community offerings, Sarah will offer a Beginner Beekeeping Class Series. This class will offer a whirlwind of information from hive placement to season-long management. In addition to the lecture portion, the fee for this class includes a 2-hour, hands-on, in-the-hive portion when the weather begins to warm in the spring. Hands-on dates are TBA – we will offer multiple dates throughout April and June. The new beekeeper will find this invaluable in gaining comfort and confidence around a hive.
Cost: $75 per person, $125 for two

DIY MEAD MAKING
January 17th, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Cost: $35

As always, thank you for your unwavering support! Looking forward to sharing 2018 with each of you.