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August 25, 2010: Southern Conference 2012
The Southern Conference basketball tournament is scheduled to return to Asheville in 2012: a move which some believe will be of great benefit to the local economy. The tournament venue will be the Civic Center, which will receive $2 million in upgrades, thanks to a grant from the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority. But is the tournament worth that much to Asheville? Will $2 million be enough to satisfy So Con officials, who are asking for $5.5 million in improvements?

These and other questions will be discussed at LAF’s August 25th Critical Issues Luncheon. Our panel includes Civic Center Director Sam Powers, City Councilman Jan Davis, Executive Director Kelly Miller of the Asheville Convention and Visitors Bureau and Citizen-Times Sports Reporter Keith Jarrett.

Here are the details:


WHAT: LAF’s season-opening Critical Issues luncheon

WHEN: Wednesday, August 25, 2010

WHERE: The Buncombe County Board of Education building

TIME: Food service begins at 11:45am, program at 12:15pm COST: $14 for LAF members, $16 for all others, payable at the luncheon.

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED by Friday, August 20, 2010. RSVP to Nancy Williams at nwilliams@unca.edu, or 250-2353.

May 26, 2010: Critical Issues Luncheon
LAF Visits Asheville Tourists at McCormick Field


Please plan to join us at McCormick Field for a behind-the-scenes look at the Asheville Tourists baseball club and a meeting with the team’s new president. We’ll learn about the history of this Asheville institution and find out what plans the new owners have for the Tourists. Everyone who attends also will receive a free ticket to that evening’s game against Greensboro.

Enjoy a buffet of ballpark favorites, including hot dogs, hamburgers, grilled chicken sandwiches and veggie burgers with baked beans and cole slaw, all for a special reduced price of $12 per person. Soft drinks are included. Beer and wine will be available at extra cost.

Here are the details:

WHAT: LAF’s final Critical Issues luncheon of the 2009-2010 season, featuring the new president of the Asheville Tourists baseball team, Brian DeWine.

WHERE: McCormick Field, Charlotte Street at McCormick Place, Asheville

TIME: Food service begins at 11:45am, program at 12:15pm

COST: $12 per person, payable at the site

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED by Friday, May 21, 2010. RSVP to Nancy Williams at nwilliams@unca.edu, or 250-2353. Directions to McCormick Field will be sent when you make your reservation.


May 19, 2010: Spring Social
The evening will include a very brief meeting, election of officers and
the presentation of the annual Circle of Excellence Award.
THE GOVERNOR'S WESTERN RESIDENCE OUTDOOR PAVILION
TOWN MOUNTAIN ROAD, ASHEVILLE
WEDNESDAY, MAY 19, 2010 AT 6:00 PM
COST: $20 PER PERSON, GUESTS WELCOME
Catered by TWELVE BONES SMOKEHOUSE, known for their fabulous ribs,
favored by President Obama and featured in SOUTHERN LIVING magazine.
Beer, Wine and Soft Drinks Included
PRE-PAID RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED by May 12, 2010

We must have your payment to make a reservation
because of our financial commitment to the caterer.
Please make checks payable to LAF and mail to:
MYRA RAMSEY, 24 Merlin Way, Asheville, NC 28806

Questions: mramsey79@charter.net or 828-253-3038


April 28, 2010: Critical Issues Luncheon
Patsy Keever and Bruce Goforth

Patsy Keever and Bruce Goforth have a debate on the merits of their candidacies.


April 21, 2010: Evening Event -co-sponsor with Asheville/Buncombe League of women Voters, NCCCR, others

The League of Women Voters of Asheville/Buncombe County & NCCCR-Reuter Center
Presents a "Meet & Greet" & Primary Candidate Forum!!

6:00-7:00 pm- Meet & Greet
Meet Candidates listed in the Primary Election for NC Senate
District 49, NC House District 115, Superior Court Judge District 28
& Buncombe County Sheriff

7:15-8:30 pm- Primary Candidate Forum for Congressional District 11
Question and Answer Forum; written by attendees & answered by candidates

Where:
Reuter Center, UNCA Campus, One University Heights,
Asheville- For directions call (828)-251-6140 or visit www.ncccr.com parking is available in front/back of building.

Co-Sponsors: Thank you for your support!
MountainXpress     Children First     Reuter Center
Riverlink     Leadership Asheville Forum
LWV-Hendersonville     Common Cause

The League of Women Voters, a non-partisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government and influences public policy through education and advocacy. Membership is open to all citizens of voting age, male or female, who subscribe to the League's purpose and policies. For more information, please visit the League's website at www.ablwv.org or call 828-686-8281.

March 31, 2010: Critical Issues Luncheon
Meet Hank Dunn, AB Tech's New President


Dr. Dunn is a nationally recognized leader in community colleges with
close ties to Western North Carolina.

March 11, 2010 (rescheduled from February 24, 2010): Critical Issues Luncheon
Arts as a Defining Asset for Asheville

The Arts are one of Asheville's defining assets. They enrich our community in so many ways, both culturally and economically. It's estimated that Asheville's arts organizations contribute $60 million per year to the area's economy. And that doesn't even include for-profit venues like the Orange Peel, the Grey Eagle and the Civic Center.

Now, thanks to a grant from the Asheville Merchants Fund, an effort is underway to promote The Arts in Asheville in a totally new way and enhance their value to the community.

LAF's February Critical Issues luncheon will examine this important subject. Our speaker will be Charlie Flynn-McIver, co-founder and artistic director of North Carolina Stage Company, Asheville's only full-time professional theatre.


January 27, 2010: Critical Issues Luncheon
Is Asheville the "Beer Capital"?


With no fewer than nine craft breweries, Asheville can legitimately claim to be the Beer Capital of North Carolina. The pleasures of creating and sipping the amber nectar will be discussed at Leadership Asheville Forum's January luncheon.

Our panel includes Tony Kiss, "the Beer Guy" of the Asheville Citizen-Times, Mike Rangel of Asheville Brewing, president of the Asheville Brewer's Alliance, and Oscar Wong of Highland Brewery. The moderator will be John Boyle, also of the Citizen-Times. Whether you're a beer lover or not, this is sure to be an entertaining event.

SPRING 2010 SPECIAL DATES:

January 27, 2010 Critical Issues Luncheon
February 24, 2010, rescheduled to March 11, 2010
March 31, 2010 Critical Issues Luncheon
April 28, 2010 Critical Issues Luncheon
May 19, 2010 Members Only Social
May 26, 2010 Critical Issues Luncheon

Inclement Weather Policy: If inclement weather forces cancellation of an event, you will be notified by email the evening prior to the event.


WHEN and WHERE:

Luncheons: 11:45am-1:30pm (food service begins at 11:45; program begins at 12:15) at Buncombe County Board of Education (directions below). COST is $14 for LAF members, $16 for all others, payable at the door. Please RSVP to Nancy Williams at the phone or address below (email preferred), and specify which event you will be attending.

Evening Forums: 7:00pm at UNCA's NC Center for Creative Retirement, FREE.

Directions to Buncombe Co. Board of Education:

From I-240 westbound:
Exit 4A to 19-23 north (future I-26); take first exit (Hill St.) off hwy 19-23. At end of exit ramp turn left, go to stop sign and turn right onto Riverside Drive. Go approximately .8 mile and turn left at the Richmond Hill Inn sign (Pearson Bridge Rd). Continue over the bridge, up the hill past Richmond Hill Inn to stop sign, about .7 mile. Turn left at stop sign (Bingham Rd), travel approximately .3 mile to entrance of Buncombe County Board of Education. Go through gate and park in the first parking lot on the right. You can park along the curb if it is full. Walk to entrance "A" (visitor's entrance), which is the last entrance on the right facing the building. Go to the reception desk and ask for directions or follow signs to the board room.

From Patton Avenue @Louisiana Avenue (by KMart):
Go north on Louisiana Avenue, about 1.3 miles through two stop lights (you will pass Emma Elementary School on the left), and continue to stop sign. Louisiana Ave. dead ends at Adams Hill Rd. Turn right on Adams Hill Rd for approx. .1 mile, then left on Bingham Rd., and take immediate right through the gate of the Buncombe County Board of Education. Continue as above.

For a Google map, type in "175 Bingham Rd, Asheville NC"


For information contact Nancy Williams at 828-250-2353 or email (preferred):
events @ leadershipashevilleforum.com