Hendersonville Magazine

11/14/2024

🐻 Don’t miss the Bear Auction THIS Saturday, November 16th!! Down at the Historic Courthouse from 4:30pm to 6pm🐾

The in person event will be on November 16th at the Historic Courthouse Plaza on Main Street!! For more information check out: https://www.hendersonvillenc.gov/events/bearfootin-art-walk

🐻 Don’t miss the Bear Auction THIS Saturday, November 16th!! Down at the Historic Courthouse from 4:30pm to 6pm🐾

🌟BEAR HIGHLIGHT🌟

Bear Name: BB the Blessing Bear
Sponsor: Henderson County Habitat for Humanity
Artist Name: June Ellen Bradley
Beneficiary: Henderson County Habitat for Humanity

B.B.(aka Blessing Bear) is beckoning us to be the change in our community that we want to see. The artist June Ellen Bradley evokes the natural connection to kindle compassion because all need food, water, shelter, and a safe place to live. Habitat for Humanity recognizes that affordable housing empowers families to achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance while building strong and stable communities filled with hope. Here's to joining together to build a brighter tomorrow for all.

The Bear Auction is now LIVE and BB the Blessing Bear is at 2,600!! There is still time to get your hands on this amazing bear so put your bids in now!!
https://www.accelevents.com/e/bearauction24/A/BBB

The in person event will be on November 16th at the Historic Courthouse Plaza on Main Street!! For more information check out: https://www.hendersonvillenc.gov/events/bearfootin-art-walk

11/11/2024

This Thanksgiving, help Henderson County Education Foundation support 325 HCPS families in need! Your generous donations can provide a meal for those struggling this season. Every $10 donation sponsors a meal, and $40 can feed an entire family.

11/06/2024

CFHC is dedicated to aiding our nonprofit partners and neighbors through philanthropy as our area recovers from Hurricane Helene

11/04/2024

Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park is thrilled to launch their new home away from home at the Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (TIEC)! Their retail team will be there offering Chimney Rock souvenirs throughout the holiday season. Go support them!

We are filled with gratitude for the overwhelming support from our incredible community over the past few weeks. Thank you to everyone who has reached out and offered to help. We're still navigating these early stages of recovery and appreciate your patience and understanding.

Today, we’re thrilled to launch our new home away from home at the Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (TIEC)! Our retail team will be there offering Chimney Rock souvenirs throughout the holiday season. We are incredibly thankful to TIEC for graciously hosting us alongside other Chimney Rock businesses. We can’t wait to see you there!

Please stay tuned for more updates about the park in the coming weeks.

10/31/2024

What a wonderful message about our awesome town!

We received this sweet message and photo collage from a visitor, Deborah Papineau Gregory. Her words and photos warmed our hearts and we're so glad she shared them with us and let us share with you! ❤️

Good Morning,

I am but a stranger, but I fell in love with your charming town of Hendersonville, North Carolina. In mid-September, we spent two glorious weeks to escape the sweltering heat of Florida. It was a wonderful adventure of great folks, food, and good ole North Carolina hospitality.

My husband and I are both saddened by the devastation from Helene that ravaged Western North Carolina and would like to extend our heartfelt thoughts to you. We watched with tears in our eyes as we saw the unbelievable damage that was occurring while Helene was making her way through North Carolina. My heart goes out to everyone who suffered losses during this inescapable storm.

I wanted to reach out and let you know that I was touched by all the wonderful things I was able to experience while in North Carolina and wanted to recap and share some of the highlights of our trip. Please enjoy the attached photo collage of some of my memories.

•While in Hendersonville, we stayed in a lovely loft located on Main Street.
•Mornings were spent enjoying warm cinnamon rolls at McFarlans Bakery
•Devouring yummy Egg Biscuit sandwiches at Mike's On Main Street
•Enjoying delicious lunches and sandwiches at various restaurants in town,
•Fabulous dinners at West First Wood Fired Campfire Grille, Mezzaluna, Brooks Tavern, and so many others.
•Attended the 9/11 event in front of the courthouse,
•Sang the Star Bangled Banner with first responders,
•Danced in the street at Rhythm & Brews Downtown Hendersonville, NC
•Shopped the many quaint shops in downtown,
•Tasted many brews at the welcoming breweries,
• Relaxed at several wineries while enjoying treats and tastings,
• Explored Asheville,
• Played mountain golf at several courses,
• Visited Brevard, Waynesville,
• Traveled the Blue Ridge Parkway in both directions, first the north side then the south.
• And just enjoyed walking around your beautiful, charming town capturing beautiful memories with my camera.

I had so much fun capturing the heart of your beautiful town and wanted to share with you some of my favorites images in the attached collage. It is a way of saying thank you to all of the warm, wonderful folks who made us feel at home while visiting your charming town. We are so looking forward to coming back to Hendersonville to create more heart felt memories soon.

Thank you and your wonderful town for two fantastic weeks in Hendersonville, North Carolina.

Happy Trails, ………until…..

Deborah Papineau Gregory

See more photos here: https://debimages.myportfolio.com/downtown-hendersonville

10/30/2024

Go by and see Henderson County Public Schools!

👻🚧 Halloween Street Closures 🚧👻

🎃Treat Street Carnival on Main Street – October 31st from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Street Closure: Main Street from Allen Street to 6th Avenue will be closed on Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM for Treat Street Carnival.
No parking of vehicles after 12:00 PM on Main Street and inside the event barriers. Towing is enforced. Free parking will be available in the parking garage.
For more Treat Street Carnival event information, please visit https://www.hvlnc.gov/treatstreet24

🎃 4th Avenue Trick or Treat – October 31st from 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Street Closure: 4th Avenue from Washington to Blythe Street, October 31, 2024, from 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM for trick-or-treating.
N. Justice, N. Whitted, Valley, and Ehringhaus will remain open for travel. All motorists are encouraged to remain vigilant for children and families in the area. Residents of 4th Avenue should follow the instructions by public safety personnel when accessing their homes.
We appreciate the assistance provided by the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office VIPs for traffic direction during this event! Henderson County Sheriff's Office, Hendersonville North Carolina Henderson County Sheriff's Office Volunteers in Partnership - VIP Downtown Hendersonville, NC Hendersonville, NC City Government Henderson County, NC Government

10/28/2024

How fun! Join the Flat Rock Playhouse and be a part of the Mud and Flood Fund for Hendersonville, NC fundraiser, The Thriller Dance Challenge!

Raise Spirits • Raise Funds • Raise Awareness

10/28/2024

LOCAL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We are ready for you!
Spokes of Hope will be the local source for accurate information regarding immediate volunteer needs as we move forward rebuilding Chimney Rock. They will post the need for specific skillsets along with the hands and feet to assist the Village.

Day help now needed in the following areas:
Mud-outs
Cut-outs
Structural repairs (carpentry)
Chainsaw teams
This will be organized and layered in so we can be effective.

Daily from 8:30am to 9am there will be volunteer sign-ups at this location:
Carolina Spine and Sport Chiropractic parking lot, 3096 Memorial Highway, Lake Lure. Cross 74A bridge, go straight and take immediate right.

*** If you have access to building materials that can be donated, please email Connie with Spokes of Hope: [email protected]

10/25/2024

Hendersonville is officially open to visitors! Our small businesses would love to see you here.

While some parts of Henderson County remain off-limits, Hendersonville businesses are ready to welcome visitors.

10/25/2024

Get ready for a Halloween adventure that’s all about fitness and fun! The Trick or Trail 5K kicks off at 10:00 AM from Maple Street, taking runners through the scenic Historic 7th Avenue District and along the Oklawaha Greenway. Costumes are highly encouraged, with awesome prizes for the best ones, including categories like Best-Dressed Individual and Best-Dressed Pet!

10/24/2024

10/24/2024

Stop by Pisgah Forest Gem Mine & Gifts and pick up some delicious apple cider donuts!

10/24/2024

Join us for a special one-day event on November 9th from 10am-5pm to support local artists impacted by Hurricane Helene!
Enjoy a day of creativity, community, and live music while supporting the artists who make our region so vibrant.
201 S Main St. Hendersonville, NC 28792 (Visitor's Center Parking Lot)
We can't wait to see you there! 😊

Visit Hendersonville, NC North Carolina Arts Council Downtown Hendersonville, NC Hendo.today The Laurel of Asheville Continuum ART

10/21/2024

Looking to support local businesses in WNC? Check out this fantastic resource! If you're a WNC business owner, don’t miss the chance to add your listing and connect with the community!

Being a part of North Carolina Main Street Center and Main Street America connects Hendersonville to communities and their leaders throughout North Carolina and the United States. Main Street directors tend to be resourceful and step in to help solve a problem quickly.

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, some of our North Carolina Main Street director friends came together, volunteering their time and energy to create https://www.shopwnc.com

This site was built with love to support the small businesses and communities of Western North Carolina—because when times get tough, friends step up. 💙

Many towns have been devastated by the hurricane. Some have lost everything, and others, while with fewer physical damages, are losing critical cash flow due to the storm hitting during peak tourism season. But by shopping local through ShopWNC.com, you can help our communities rebuild and get back on their feet.

Together, we can show the strength of our region. Let’s shop local and support the heart of WNC. 🌄💪

Businesses - You can still add your listing! Please add your business information on the form at the link here: https://www.shopwnc.com/submit-listing

10/19/2024

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Historic Downtown Hendersonville has continued to be a safe and welcoming space, offering a sense of normalcy and refuge to our community. Main Street has provided a place to enjoy a warm meal, reconnect with loved ones, and access essential services.

Our local businesses—on Main Street, 7th Avenue, and surrounding downtown—are the heart of what makes Hendersonville truly special. These businesses are run by your friends, neighbors, and fellow community members. To preserve the unique character of our town, we ask for your support in shopping locally, not only here but across Western North Carolina to places that are open for your business.

North Carolina Department of Transportation has designated Hendersonville as safe to visit, and we hope you make your way downtown to support our local businesses and !

10/18/2024