by J. Shockley | Feb 12, 2020 | History and Culture
Cupid’s arrow found its mark when it came to love and Appalachian Valentine Day traditions. Affection and courting were not defined by fancy restaurants or diamond rings. Instead, our ancestors celebrated love in a simple, strong, and true fashion. Their approaches...
by Jerry Ison | Mar 20, 2019 | History and Culture
Spring! Ah Spring! I love Spring. I love the word Spring. I love every little thing about Spring. To me, it is the beginning of a new, wonderful and beautiful period that is all too brief. “Spring. How I love thee, let me count the ways…” Oops, Sorry Em....
by J. Shockley | Mar 11, 2019 | History and Culture
Saint Patrick’s Day on the mountain is a perfect time to sip green cocktails and reflect on our rich Scotch-Irish history. Our ancestors were adventurers. They escaped British oppression, facing turbulent ocean voyages and wilderness hardships to start life anew. They...
by J. Shockley | Feb 10, 2019 | History and Culture
Scented candles are pleasant at home or the office, and easy to acquire. They brighten a room, filling it with pleasant scents that soothe our senses. During our ancestor’s time, candles were hand crafted necessities, made with only what nature provided. A successful...
by Tammy Rose | Feb 1, 2019 | History and Culture
Candles have been used as a source of light for more than 5,000 years, yet little is known about their origin. We do know that candles played an important role in early religious ceremonies. All the way back in 165 B.C. candles were used in ceremonies like Hanukkah,...
by Timothy Burkhardt | Jan 31, 2019 | History and Culture
It has long been rumored that there once was a vast network of secret tunnels under Asheville, NC. Legends of sunless bootlegger routes, abandoned subway tunnels, and hidden passages beneath the Masonic temple are hinted at by locals, bartenders, and Haunted Asheville...
