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Well Played Board Game Cafe's Grand Opening: This Week's GritVegas Highlight!
Dangermuffin to Play Isis Music Hall on April 1 [Interview]
Yasmine Hamdan on Her New Album, Arabic Dialects, and Big Ears 2017 [Interview]
Prof. Logik headlines BEAT LIFE at the Mothlight
Asheville City Soccer Club Will Bring Competition, Talent to the 828
Ali McGhee
Asheville City Soccer Club Will Bring Competition, Talent to the 828
The Asheville Soccer Club kicks off their season this Thursday, March 30, at Hi-Wire Brewing. We interviewed team president Ryan Kelley to get the details.
Dangermuffin to Play Isis Music Hall on April 1 [Interview]
Dangermuffin brings the beach—and the power of uplifting connection—to the Isis Music Hall on April 1st.
Ali McGhee
Yasmine Hamdan on Her New Album, Arabic Dialects, and Big Ears 2017 [Interview]
We talk with Lebanese singer Yasmine Hamdan about Big Ears 2017, the inspiration behind her new album, Al Jamilat, and the state of the world right now.
AVL Grit
Well Played Board Game Cafe's Grand Opening: This Week's GritVegas Highlight!
This weekend, we highlight Well Played Board Game Cafe, opening Saturday, as part of our full round-up of all the events in town.
AVL Grit
Prof. Logik headlines BEAT LIFE at the Mothlight
Prof. Logik will bring the noise to Friday's BEAT LIFE, an ongoing series that features the best in beats music from local and nationally-renowned producers. Tyler Ambrosius, LAVIER, and Vietnam Jerry also perform.
AVL Grit
Simrit at the Asheville Masonic Temple [Photo Gallery]
Simrit, a Kundalini and Naad yoga practitioner, singer, and multi-instrumentalist, enchanted the audience at downtown Asheville's Masonic Temple last Saturday, March 18th. Photo gallery by Erin Fowler.
Jeff Mason
From Wince to Warmth – A Review of Souvenir: A Fantasia on the Life of Florence Foster Jenkins at NC Stage
Souvenir, running through April 2nd at NC Stage, is a heartwarming production about the tone-deaf (and oblivious) Florence Foster Jenkins, with some wonderful musical numbers.
The Daily Orca
Logan (2017): Movie Review
An amazing send-off to our favorite savage hero
Tangled Up in Tangents
Which Way Is a Living Wage?
The existential ghost was spotted wondering about what it takes to get a living wage in Asheville.
Ali McGhee
Wu Fei: Ancient Tradition Meets the Avant-Garde at Big Ears Festival [Interview]
Armed with a guzheng, a 2,000-year-old Chinese instrument akin to a zither, Beijing-born Wu Fei will break new musical ground at this weekend's Big Ears Festival in Knoxville, TN.
AVL Grit
Artists in Resistance Brings Visual Artists, Musicians, and Community Together on April 5th
The Dogwood Alliance and Asheville Grit invite you to Artists in Resistance, an event that will create a forest-themed banner for the National Climate March. Artists in Resistance happens on April 5th from 4-8 p.m. at the BLOCK off Biltmore in downtown Asheville.
Ali McGhee
Third Coast Percussion Headlines 2017 {Re}HAPPENING [Interview]
Grammy-winning ensemble Third Coast Percussion comes to the 2017 {Re}HAPPENING with a legacy and a vision for what lies ahead. Asheville Grit talks with David Skidmore about what to expect.
Jeff Mason
Cat Fly Film Festival Highlights Local and Regional Talent in Asheville [Interview]
What's up with the giant cat faces? We talk with the organizers behind the Cat Fly Film Festival, happening April Fool's Weekend with events throughout Asheville. Weekend and day passes are on sale now.
Beer City Bicycles: Young Asheville Finds Fun Fitness
For the first outing in Young Asheville's new Fun Fitness Series, we explore Beer City Bicycles, which offers state-of-the-art workouts, plus bikes, accessories, and beer.
Meet the Makers: HeArt of Asheville
The Third Year of The Three Davids at the Diana Wortham Friday, March 24
David LaMotte took a moment from his busy schedule to talk with me about music, life and the unsuspecting musical collaboration with David Wilcox and David Holt that manifested after a chance encounter catching a flight back to Asheville one afternoon.
AVL Grit
Allyson Ansusinha of Asheville Wins Emerging Designer Award: Charleston Fashion Week
Asheville designer Allyson Ansusinha has taken home a top prize from Lexus Charleston Fashion Week, one of the nation's premier fashion events. She'll show her entire collection in Saturday's finale event, which will stream live on Asheville Grit.
Ali McGhee
Kevin Morby and Waxahatchee Co-Headline with Rare Solo Sets in Asheville (3/17)
There's still time left to snag your ticket to this show on Friday, 3/17, at the Asheville Masonic Temple. Kevin Morby and Waxahatchee co-headline, and Mary Lattimore opens the night of intimate, and rare, solo performance.
AVL Grit
St. Patrick's Day 2017 Celebrations on the Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update!
Don't rely on the luck o' the Irish—follow our rainbow to the top 5 spots to celebrate St. Patrick's Day this weekend. Check out all of our weekend recommendations here.
Tay Greenleaf
Odyssey Community School Combats Racism With a New Free Series
Odyssey School's free four-part session, "Teaching Kids about Racism and Racial Justice," aims to help parents and educators start conversations about diversity at an early age.
Asheville Fashion
Color Me Goodwill Spotlights Growing Trend in Sustainable Fashion
Upcycled eco-fashion is a growing trend, bringing change to a country where over-consuming is typically the norm. The upcoming Color Me Goodwill fashion show highlights sustainable fashion by Asheville designers while raising awareness for Goodwill's mission: transforming donations into jobs and job training for thousands of people in Western North Carolina.
AVL Grit
Astronautica Headlines the One Stop with Panther God, Koresma, Hubbble
The luscious sounds of L.A.'s Astronautica keep the vibe smooth at the One Stop this Friday, 3/17. Panther God, Koresma, and Hubbble support.
Ali McGhee
Simrit Kaur On Music-Making, Spirituality, and Resilience [Interview]
Simrit Kaur brings her ethereal, gorgeous sound to Asheville's Masonic Temple on Saturday, March 18th. We interviewed her about her new album, her favorite spiritual texts, and the cultural appropriation of yoga, among other things.
AVL Grit
Local Website Seeks Actors for Mummy Prank & Film
The creator of a new peer-to-peer catering service is looking for actors and extras to do the Mummy Shuffle in a terrifyingly funny new ad campaign scheduled for March 18th.
Dogwood Alliance
Forest Friday: The Inspiring Nicole
The Dogwood Alliance takes a hike with Nicole Townsend (and Roscoe!) on this edition of Forest Friday.
AVL Grit
Ben Sollee on Soundcheck AVL
Composer, cellist, singer, and storyteller Ben Sollee stops by the GritVegas studios before his 3/9 Mothlight show!
AVL Grit
Terry Tempest: The Final Interview Exclusive on the Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update!
We talk with cast and crew members from Terry Tempest: The Final Interview and give you a sneak peak of the show on this weekend update. More events in the write-up!
Tay Greenleaf
Well Played serves up Nostalgia
Asheville's new board game bar offers more than childhood memories.
Ali McGhee
Ben Sollee Headlines the Mothlight with Utah Green
Cellist and singer Ben Sollee brings his signature sound to the Mothlight on Thursday, March 9th, with Jordan Ellis and opener Utah Green.
Carolyn Fagan
Darby Communications' Stand Up Initiative: Apply Now
Feel like saving the world? Darby Communications wants to work with you.
Guest Grit
Toxic Love (Photo Gallery)
A local photographer and models tell the story of a toxic relationship through light and tone in this gallery.
Coogan Brennan
Diane Cluck Announces Asheville House Show, Singing Workshop March 5th & 6th
Freak folk icon hosts potluck and house show with Life Like Water in West Asheville this Sunday.
AVL Grit
Food Connection Benefit Show + More On the Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update!
This weekend we're highlight the Food Connection Benefit Show and featuring some other great events around town!
The Daily Orca
Get Out (2017): Movie Review
A very fun, and satirical, addition to the horror genre that is almost as good as the hype
AVL Grit
Window Cat's "Agent Orange": Asheville Grit Premiere
Asheville Grit presents the exclusive premiere of "Agent Orange," the new single from local group Window Cat.
Asheville Music Guide
Get Ready for Robert Ellis
The Americana singer/songwriter makes his way to The Altamont Theatre
AVL Grit
That's So Asheville: Episode 2 — It's All About the Love
In the second episode of That's So Asheville, we talk with Veris and Ahnika Meyer-Wilde of the Second Star Sanctuary/RadFae Reading Room, and with local producer Cpt Hyperdrive (Rob Gray) about his new album Burning Roses, a creative project born of heartbreak.
Ali McGhee
Black Quantum Futurism @ Moogfest 2017
The latest Moogfest announcement dropped some exciting buzzwords and some even more exciting featured artists.
Rachel Whaley
Get to Know Roanline
Let's Do This interviews Ferrell and Koral Alman, founders of outdoor clothing and gear company Roanline.
AVL Grit
Asheville Mardi Gras 2017: Pick of the Weekend on the Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update!
We got a visit from the ladies of Asheville Mardi Gras on this edition of the Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update! Check out our exclusive sneak peek and read the post for our event roundup.
The Daily Orca
I Am Not Your Negro (2017): Movie Review
A beautiful and poignant film spun entirely from the eloquent words of author James Baldwin
Tay Greenleaf
So, you wanna be a social activist?
Places to go and people to see if you wanna tickle those civil liberties
Ali McGhee
{Re}HAPPENING 2017: In the Spirit of Black Mountain College
The 2017 {Re}HAPPENING invokes the spirit of the original Happening, in 1952, through performance art, music, and more.
AVL Grit
Habitat Brewing Company Celebrates Grand Opening
Habitat Brewing Company Tavern & Commons will pour the first beers from their brewery on February 24th and 25th. Stop by and celebrate this grand opening of their brewery space!
Auburn Lily
Brightside, Ives headline The Ridge at New Mountain AVL this Saturday
Celebrate the moon in Pisces at Plugged In's monthly ZØDIAC event, with Brightside, Ives, Digital D and Tenorless!
This Is Why I Wear Yoga Pants (A Guide to Eating in Asheville)
War of the Wings: March 5th 2017
War is only fun when there is food involved. The annual Asheville Wing War brings it!
Dogwood Alliance
Forest Friday: Me and Ali McGhee
Dogwood Alliance spends some time outside, at Pisgah National Forest's Moore Cove Falls, with Asheville Grit editor Ali McGhee,
Rachel Whaley
Get to Know IamAVL: Independent Arts & Music Asheville
Let's Do This talks with Josh Blake, Co-Founder of the Independent Arts & Music of Asheville (IamAVL) project.
Nightbell Hosts Charleston's Edmund's Oast
Katie Button's, small plate and craft cocktail restaurant, Nightbell will be a hosting a one-night event this Saturday, February 18.
AVL Grit
Bike Love 2017: Pick of the Weekend on the Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update!
Jason went into the field for this week's update to talk with Mike Sule, organizer of Bike Love, happening this weekend at Salvage Station. We've got the scoop on Bike Love and more in this edition of the Weekend Update!
AVL Grit
Blue Ridge Roller Girls Kick Off the 2017 Season
The Blue Ridge Roller Girls hold their first match of the 2017 season this Sunday, when the Wham Bam Thank You Ma'ams will face off against the Candy Apple Razor Blades.
Jeff Mason
Money And How to Make It @ the Magnetic 375 (Review)
Money And How to Make It! will be staged on weekends through February 25th at Magnetic 375 in Asheville's River Arts District.
Ali McGhee
Triptych Soul Celebrates Albumita Release
Asheville trio Triptych Soul celebrates their new jazz fusion "Albumita" this Saturday (2/18) at UpCountry Brewing Co., with opening support from Armadilla.
Jacqui Castle
What are You For? Acknowledging Accomplishments and Forging Ahead
A detailed look at what organized efforts have accomplished already, and an exploration of where we go from here.
The Daily Orca
Movie Review: The 2017 Oscar Nominated Shorts
A look at the short films nominated for this year's Academy Awards
AVL Grit
Your Pre-Valentine's GritVegas Weekend Update: February 9-12
It's the weekend before Valentine's Day. Celebrate with your special someone(s) or kick it solo at these events!
AVL Grit
Spring LEAF 2017 Releases Lineup
The lineup for the 44th LEAF is here!
Asheville Music Guide
Midnight Snack brings the good times to The Mothlight
The Asheville based band goes all out for their single release show.
Dogwood Alliance
Stop Exporting Southern Forests
Stand With Southerners and Say No To Enviva.
Ali McGhee
Revolve Joins Forces with the Media Arts Project (MAP)
Revolve is hosting a Launch/Listening Party on Tuesday, February 8th in conjunction with the Media Arts Project (MAP) as it unveils a new partnership.
Dogwood Alliance
Art the Barred Owl and Why You Should Never Litter: Forest Friday
We have had some marvelous #ForestFriday guests so far, but Art is our very first Feathered Forest Friday Friend!
Meet a Nasty Woman: Kristin Schoonover
An interview with potter Kristin Schoonover, organizer of the Nasty Women exhibition in Asheville, which raised funds for Planned Parenthood.
AVL Grit
Drag Queen Bingo Is Back with 2 Nights + Trivia
The ever-popular Drag Queen Bingo, which benefits Brother Wolf Animal Rescue, is a two-night event this year and includes an evening of Trivia with the Queens!
AVL Grit
Superbowl Weekend 2017: Your Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update
Groundhog Day and the Superbowl are just two things happening this weekend. See what else is going on in this edition of the weekend update!
AVL Grit
The Social Celebrates Local Superwoman Michele Scheve
On Saturday, February 4th, East Asheville bar and restaurant The Social will hold a fundraiser, with live music and comedy, for local comedian and radio host Michele Scheve.
AVL Grit
Nick Millevoi's Desertion Trio @ BMCM+AC
Nick Millevoi's Desertion Trio comes to the BMCM+AC on Saturday, February 4th.
The Daily Orca
Movie Review: Seasons (2016)
A beautiful nature documentary that shines above its predecessors due to its unique narrative structure and breathtaking cinematography
Asheville Music Guide
Peter Bradley Adams heads to Altamont Theatre
The folk musician gears up to bring his talents to Asheville's Altamont Theatre on Thursday.
AVL Grit
That's So Asheville: Episode 1 — Esoteric Acupuncture & Psychoacoustics
The inaugural episode of Asheville's Grit's brand spankin' new podcast, That's So Asheville, is here! We talked with acupuncturist and painter Lesha Jacyzsyn and David Krantz, Epigenetic Coach and Director of Applied Psychoacoustics at Asheville's Apeiron Center for Human Potential, who also produces music under the name Futexture.
AVL Grit
Parquet Courts Return to Asheville @ The Grey Eagle
Parquet Courts returns to Asheville for a show at the Grey Eagle in the River Arts District. Get your ticket before the night sells out.
Ali McGhee
Midnight Snack Releases "Shadow Chaser"
Asheville's Midnight Snack releases their new single, "Shadow Chaser," today, and celebrates on February 4th at West Asheville's Mothlight.
Carolyn Fagan
Southern Insecurities Comedy Tour at The Block Off Biltmore >> Sat 1/28
If you're in need of some comedy with a conscience, and a cocktail, head to The BLOCK this Saturday to catch some stand-up from Krish Mohan and David Coulter.
AVL Grit
Your Fringe Festival Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update! January 26-29
Happy Fringe Festival, all! See what's happening with sneak peeks from our Fringe Friends, plus more on this edition of the GritVegas weekend update!
AVL Grit
5 Shows to Maximize Your Fringiness at the 2017 Asheville Fringe Festival
We're highlighting five (of many!) shows we're hyped about that will be performed at this year's Asheville Fringe Festival.
Carolyn Fagan
INTERVIEW WITH Jim Sea + FRINGE FEST TICKET GIVEAWAY
Jim Sea is bringing light to an issue that is often overlooked--and he's doing it in a way that not many have done before. His show "Unredeemable" will be on stage at Asheville's Fringe Festival on January 26th. Check out our interview and your chance to win two tickets to see "Unredeemable".
AVL Grit
5 Things to Know about John Brinkley, WNC's Infamous Sex Doctor
A Wednesday talk on John Brinkley, top sexual surgeon and medical huckster, reveals the down and dirty on this Jackson County native. We've got a preview. (Warning: goat testicles are involved.)
Auburn Lily
Atlanta's dissisoma Unleashes New EP
Transcend duality and find "the Lord of the Dance" with dissisoma's upcoming release, and catch her with Bluetech and Push/Pull at New Mountain AVL this Thursday!
Carolyn Fagan
Barack Obama
Farewell to a president worth aspiring to be.
Carolyn Fagan
Interview with Michael Washington Brown + Fringe Fest Ticket Giveaway
Michael Washington Brown has a lot to say, and we were recently lucky enough to listen. His show "Black!" will be premiering at Asheville's Fringe Festival on January 27th. Check out our interview and your chance to win two tickets to see "Black!"
Dogwood Alliance
The Forests Are Alive: Forest Friday
Dogwood Alliance embarks on another Forest Friday adventure! This week's Forest Friday guest features Erin Everett on the Mountains-to-Sea trail to the Rattlesnake Lodge Ruins.
AVL Grit
On Display: The Photographs of Black Mountain College
This Friday marks the opening of a photography exhibit at the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center that showcases photographs taken at the College.
AVL Grit
Your Inauguration Weekend Update: January 19-22
Whether you want to get involved in Inauguration-related community events, find your niche in the arts, or take a ride with Krampus, we've got something just for you this weekend in Asheville.
AVL Grit
Two for You: A Ticket Giveaway for the Winter Warmer Beer Festival
We've got a pair of tickets for the Winter Warmer Beer Festival this weekend! To enter, like us on Facebook and share our post. We'll pick a winner on Friday at 10 am!
Guest Grit
The Top 10 Orange Peel Shows of 2016
2016 was a big year at Asheville's Orange Peel. Did you make it out to any of their favorite shows?
AVL Grit
Art in the Darkness: The Ghostlight Project
The Ghostlight Project, which focuses on the theatre's role in "sustaining values of inclusion, participation, and compassion for everyone," will meet on Thursday, January 19th at Magnetic 375.
Ali McGhee
BEAT LIFE COMP.1 Highlights Diverse Regional Talent [Review]
BEAT LIFE releases BEAT LIFE COMP.1, its first compilation album, on Sunday, January 15th, with a second volume already in the works.
Carolyn Fagan
Big Thief @ The Mothlight<< Mon, Jan 16th
Start 2017 with good music by heading to The Mothlight on Monday, January 16th to see Big Thief.
Ali McGhee
Sexy Time: The Great American Strip-Off at the Magnetic Theatre
The Great American Strip-Off: an evening of pasties, toilet paper, and tiny hands (among other things) happening through this weekend and next.
Carolyn Fagan
Movies at the grail>> January and February
So many movies, so little time. Skip work and hit up some matinees. Skip sleep and go see some late night flicks. You're going to want to when you see this lineup.
AVL Grit
Moogfest 2017 Drops First Announcement
Moogfest has released its first announcement about presenters and this year's festival, which will once again be held in Durham, NC.
AVL Grit
MLK Weekend On Tap: The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update
Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr., on Monday, and fill the rest of your weekend with music and the arts!
Guest Grit
Malaprop's Best Books of 2016: Staff Roundup!
Looking for a new read in the new year? The staff at Malaprop's adds to your essential reading list.
AVL Grit
Big Ears 2017 Announces Daily Line-Up
Big Ears 2017 happens in Knoxville, TN, from March 23-26. Here's what you need to know.
Ali McGhee
The Conquest of Canaan: Asheville's Lost Silent Film Returns
The Conquest of Canaan, filmed in 1921 in Asheville, will be screened at Grail Moviehouse on January 22nd with live piano accompaniment.
Auburn Lily
Asheville's Top Five EDM Events of 2016
Auburn Petty, of Plugged In Publicity, gives us her Top Five EDM shows of 2016. We recommend immediately putting all of these artists straight into your playlist.
The Daily Orca
The Top 10 Films of 2016
The Daily Orca's James Rosario picks his Top 10 Films of 2016.
Asheville Fashion
How Asheville Fashion Stunned in '16
A Recap of Asheville's Fashion Scene in 2016
Guest Grit
The 7 Best Books of 2016
Malaprop's manager Melanie McNair shares her picks for the Top Books of 2016 with Asheville Grit.
AVL Grit
The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update! January 5-8
Cold weekend ahead? Heat it up with this edition of the Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update, our first of the new year!
AVL Grit
Fringe Festival 2017: Freak Passes + Tickets On Sale Now
It's the most wonderful time of the year again--Fringe Festival time! Tickets and limited Fringe Freak Passes are on sale now!
Meet the Makers: HeArt of Asheville
Unification Tattoo Owner Jeremy Horton Spreads Positivity through Art & Music
Tattoo artist & hip hop beat maker Jeremy Horton shares how he learned the trade while traveling and helped Key West gain its ability to tattoo legally. Also: the most ridiculous thing he's ever drawn on someone.
AVL Grit
THE ASHEVILLE GRITVEGAS WEEKEND UPDATE: New Year EDITION! DECEMBER 30-January 1
Start the champagne toast now, here are your weekend plans for the final days of 2016.
Carolyn Fagan
Rosebud, We Didn't Deserve You
Rosebud Video is going out of business. Go support them one last time.
Ali McGhee
New Year, New You: Christine Garvin Dance + Transform Offers Certification Program
Christine Garvin Dance + Transformation (CGD+T) is offering a new certification program in 2017. They'll also be donating to a different non-profit every month.
AVL Grit
New Year's Eve Event Round-Up
All your New Year's Eve party opportunities in one spot.
AVL Grit
Finally be prepared for your next camping trip with our 12th Day of Grit-Mas giveaway: a two-man combat tent from Diamond Brand ($450).
AVL Grit
Announcing the 12 Days of Grit-Mas Giveaways!
We're celebrating 12 Days of Grit-Mas this year! Starting on Monday, December 12th, we'll be giving away exclusive gifts and packages from some of our favorite local businesses!
The Daily Orca
Movie Review: The Brand New Testament (2015)
A very fun and whimsical story whose triumphs far outweigh its shortcomings.
AVL Grit
The Eleventh Day of Grit-Mas: Eagle's Nest Outfitters
On the 11th Day of Grit-Mas, we're giving away a hammock and straps from Eagle's Nest Outfitters (ENO)!
AVL Grit
The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update: Holiday Edition! December 22-25
Merry Christmas, Happy Hannukah, Happy Kwanzaa, Good Yule! Celebrate the holidays with the Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update!
AVL Grit
Get your New Year's Eve plans right with our Day 10 Grit-Mas Giveaway: 2 tickets to Salvage Station's New Year's Eve party AND a $25 giftcard!
AVL Grit
The Ninth Day of Grit-Mas: Barley's Taproom & Pizzeria and Grail Moviehouse
We've created the ultimate package for you on Day 9 of Grit-Mas: dinner and a movie. Enter today to win a $30 gift certificate to Barley's and a Night out at the Movies at Grail Moviehouse.
Carolyn Fagan
Volunteer Opportunities for the Holidays
Celebrate the end of the year by lending a hand to a local organization.
AVL Grit
The Eighth Day of Grit-Mas: Lever Gear and Nester Hosiery
On the eighth day of Grit-Mas, we're giving away 2 silver Toolcards from Lever Gear + 2 pairs of socks from Nester Hosiery!
AVL Grit
The Seventh Day of Grit-Mas: Bellyak and Recover (Double Feature!)
On the seventh day of Grit-Mas, we're giving away a pair of neoprene gloves from Bellyak and a hoodie from Recover!
Carolyn Fagan
Christmas Gift Solution: LoLo is Here to Help
Did you buy all your gifts yet? Didn't think so. Good news is that LoLo's got your back.
AVL Grit
The Sixth Day of Grit-Mas: Pure Yoga Asheville
On the sixth day of Grit-Mas, we're giving away a month of unlimited yoga from Pure Yoga Asheville ($79 value) to one lucky winner!
Ali McGhee
Voices of Refugees: Local Photographer Shares Stories of Displaced Peoples
Local photographer Shayanne Gal and co-creator Claire Veale began Voices of Refugees to document the stories of displaced Syrians and other refugees in Greece.
AVL Grit
THE FIFTH DAY OF GRIT-MAS: Malaprop's
On the fifth day of Grit-Mas, we're giving away a gift certificate ($25) and a bag of donation books from Malaprop's to one lucky winner!
AVL Grit
"Morchella Eximia": Brad Kelly (Flash Writing Contest)
Equal parts heartbreak and hope, Brad Kelly's "Morchella Eximia" is the Grand Prize Winner of our inaugural Asheville Grit/Dogwood Alliance Flash Writing Competition.
AVL Grit
The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update! December 16-18
We're gearing up for the holidays, and we've got fun events to help you celebrate, shop, and relax!
Dogwood Alliance
Holy #ForestFriday Batman!
Recently, Dogwood Alliance launched #ForestFriday, where we go out into the woods with a guest and celebrate forests together. Most recently, we had the privilege of venturing out with Bat Biologist Drew Powell. Drew surveys bats in the summertime in West Virginia for Apogee Environmental.
AVL Grit
On the fourth day of Grit-Mas, we're giving away a pair of BANGS shoes to one lucky winner!
AVL Grit
"Etymology": Audrey Amir (Flash Writing Contest)
A testament to memory, longing, love, and identity, Audrey Amir's powerful "Etymology" is the first runner-up for our Asheville Grit/Dogwood Alliance Flash Writing Competition.
Asheville Music Guide
Jammin' out at the 28th Annual Christmas Jam
Warren Haynes and friends make the US Cellular Center glow.
AVL Grit
On the third day of Grit-Mas, we're giving away a gift bag full of goodies ($65) from Whist to one lucky winner!
AVL Grit
"Forests by Owl-Light": Ryn Bradford Hayes (Flash Writing Contest)
Ryn Bradford Hayes shared her wonderful "Forests by Owl-Light" with us, and we chose is as the second runner-up for our Asheville Grit/Dogwood Alliance flash writing competition.
AVL Grit
The Second Day of Grit-Mas: Horse and Hero
On the second day of Grit-Mas, we're giving away a $50 gift certificate from Horse and Hero to one lucky winner!
AVL Grit
"Hypermetropia": Kathryn Keeper (Flash Writing Contest)
Kathryn Keeper's gorgeous "Hypermetropia" is the third runner-up for our Asheville Grit/Dogwood Alliance flash writing competition.
AVL Grit
Announcing the Dogwood Alliance & Asheville Grit Flash Writing Winners!
Announcing this year's Dogwood Alliance + Asheville Grit Flash Writing Competition Winners and finalists! We'll publish one winning story a day, ending with our Grand Prize Winner!
AVL Grit
The First Day of Grit-Mas: The Thirsty Monk
On the first day of Grit-Mas, we're giving away a $40 giftcard and a growler of CocoNorm from the Thirsty Monk to one lucky winner!
Asheville Music Guide
Cohen and Shauf Show Off
The Mothlight welcomes the talented rockers to Asheville.
AVL Grit
The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update! December 8-11
It's gonna be cold this weekend, Asheville! We've got events and activities to keep you toasty!
Ali McGhee
BEATLIFE Celebrates with Oak City Slums
Saturday night, head to the Mothlight for a BEATLIFE celebration with headliner Oak City Slums.
Ali McGhee
Wake the Dreamers: Genre-Bending Mobley + Catch Fever Come to New Mountain
Mobley, who hails from Austin, TX, comes to New Mountain's Ridge on Friday with support from Catch Fever and the Stump Mutts. Proceeds from their new EP go to the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe.
Ali McGhee
Dylan LeBlanc and his Cautionary Tale Come to the Mothlight [Interview]
Inflected with the sounds of the deep South, Dylan LeBlanc's latest album offers a meditation on the singer's life so far--and far ahead. He'll play the Mothlight Tuesday, December 6th.
AVL Grit
Pottery Pop-Up Sale
Head to the Asheville Food Park on Saturday, December 3rd, to check out pottery on sale from local artists at 8am-1pm.
Guest Grit
Holiday Gift Guide: Outdoor Gear Builders
The Outdoor Gear Builders of WNC are here with a gift guide for the outdoor enthusiast in your life!
The Daily Orca
Movie Review: Dying to Know: Ram Dass and Timothy Leary (2014)
A touching story of friendship and counter-culture that could have benefited from a little more turning on and tuning in.
AVL Grit
The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update! December 1-3
Whether you're into woodland frolicking or getting out on the dance floor, the Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update has something for you!
AVL Grit
Woods & Wilds Festival: A Celebration of Southern Forests with Dogwood Alliance
This Saturday, join fellow lovers of Southern forests to celebrate Dogwood Alliance's 20th anniversary, with a full day of events at the Salvage Station.
AVL Grit
Bar Wars 2016: Who Will Be Victorious? You Can Help Decide!
Bar Wars is back, baby! This year's cocktail is the Manhattan. Find out where to drink it and how to vote for your favorite, and check out the very special events that go along with it.
Ali McGhee
Tracing an Orbit: An Interview with Brie Capone
Asheville Grit talked with singer-songwriter Brie Capone's about her gorgeous new EP, Orbit, Asheville, and life so far.
Ali McGhee
Album Release Party: Cpt HyperDrive + Friends at Sol Bar
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Get Hooked
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How I Learned to Drive (Review)
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Chandler permalinkApril 21, 2010 7:12 am
You never cease to impress me, baby. I love what you did with the munchies. It looks super adorable; Martha's probably so jealous she didn't think of it first. And the tray really is a nice table top for a coffee setup. Again, such a good little thinker you are. You make me proud, and i'm DAMN hard to impress.
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Angelo permalinkApril 22, 2010 6:48 pm
Daniel, you need to help me decorate my room next year. And now I know where the pineapple came from! 'Twas very popular.
Annie permalinkAugust 5, 2010 11:28 pm
Hi Daniel,
I accidentally found your blog on the internet while browsing for different small place decoration/solution. I absolutely love your blog; so funny and informative.
Talking about the alarm clock, I am the same way. I'm glad I'm done with waking up early in the morning after graduation!
Keep up the blogging,
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Chinese Domestic Furniture
Dover Publications: Originally 1944 Paperback, 224 pp., $18.95 ISBN 0-48625-171-3
This is a deeply flawed book that I am very glad to own. The flaws are primarily organizational and structural in nature - the book is a reprint of sorts, of a 1944 edition which originally came in a cardboard portfolio with all sorts of text pages and photo plates and who knows what else, I imagine like the version of Uncle Gustav's doctoral thesis found in the trunk in the attic. While Dover claims to have simplified the organization (by, not least of all, binding it) it is still a nightmare to make any headway in reading the text while viewing the photos. The editors should have been much more ruthless in reorganizing the original work. The text is only LIV pages long (yes, all Roman numeral pagination), and it includes numbered drawn figures, which are not to be confused with the photographic plates, which make up the glorious core of the book, which is not the same as the List of Pieces, which has its own numerology or the plate page numbers. So reading a sentence which refers to Figure 11, pieces 121, 122, and plates 146, 147, with each reference actually sending you to a page of a different number, makes reading the text pretty tough sledding. Add in some Chinese characters and an attempt at English spelling of the Chinese words, and I confess I spend most of my time looking at the pictures. Enough of the rant. As I hinted earlier, this book contains many beautiful black and white photos of furniture of inventive and balanced design. The first plate is a larger than life size, full-page closeup of an elegant couch table leg foot. Some more pictures of couch tables are followed by a one-page plan of one table, finely rendered, with enough information to construct the piece. There are 150 pages of tables of all kinds, beds, chairs, wardrobes, cabinets, wash stands, clothes racks and more. Each photo is clear and there is a plan for maybe every fifth or sixth piece. This is followed by a cluttered four pages of clear diagrams with joinery techniques used in making furniture without glue or nails. The puzzle-like assembly of this stuff is a wonder in itself. A few pages of close-up photos of hardware completes the book. Since this originated as a scholarly work, with patient digging you can learn what joinery was used on each piece, what wood, and who owns the piece (as of 1944, I reckon). The reason I spend so much time with the book is because of the pictures of a non-Western furniture style that is beautiful, functional and aesthetically complete. As an inspiration to try something new, or wonder at the joinery of a different culture, you could hardly do better than these photos and drawings. As a picture reference, I would rate Chinese Domestic Furniture as a 9 on a scale of 10; as an editorial effort, I'd rate it as a 4 or less. Like other Dover books, though, it is softbound and inexpensive, so I have no difficulty recommending it for your woodworking library. . . . Tom Sontag


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THE WORLD HAS BEEN INVADED BY ALIENS! It's up to a nerdy, lazy high school kid to save it!
3.82 / 5.00 6,727 ViewsIt just kind of drives you in. Half mutt, half horse, all MUTT HOSS.
Live the hoss, be the Hoss. Eaglerock Interactive brings you another adventure sure to guarantee joy. Music by unknown, a midi file I found.. Get you into the season and stuff.
Below is a walkthrough/guidethrough.
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We'll start you off with an oldschool ERI logo, just to set it off, but then it's straight to action!
Hint: Press backspace to repreview ANY board you want! Like if you wanna see that logo again? now you can!
2 Z to attack, x to i dunno.. Well, go ahead and shoot that tree.. you can try jousting it if you want.. get to 80... I don't know why I decided 80..
3 OKAY hit up the logo. I drew this one myself. Charcoal, Pastels, the works. Traditional.
Okay now the hut is throwing guns around. You have to be ready right? Throw up them guns.
Okay eXtreme beach time. Ever been to the beach? well you and the eiffel tower can. Ever been to the eiffel tower? You can find it on a map if you want.
Glitchy sidescroller time. Run to the right and witness the amazing effects on a creaky old boat.. It's sort of like that level of uncharted 3
Animated background borrowed from King of Fighters, you are in another battle.. You have to give the big guy with a monocle something to drink to calm him down... press Z to throw wonderful mixed fruity girl drinks at him and he loves to drink them.
Next up, catch the flowers, dodge the lasers.
Okay PLOT BOARD.. Press H to neigh.. Press h on any frame to neigh. Enter continues.
This next frame paces for the next frame... Listen to the music... Wait for the moment, press enter when ready.
eXtreme winter beach volleyball time. You get the mutt as your partner, you spar against santa and one of his reindeer. A wonderful game... Press P when you're done playing..
You've reached the end. Yes, Mutt hoss may lack plot, simple in gameplay, but rich in beats and visual effects and will get you whispering about it to the next individual. Please share the wealth of the knowledge, be the Mutt Hoss, and yeah, just live it up sir and/or ma'am. Thank you for playing
I think I've finally figured out this game. The game symbolizes the journey of life in America, with each chapter representing a certain struggle one may encounter throughout their lifetime.
It starts out with the picture of the bald eagle (a symbol for American freedom) and we are 'born' into a free world. Suddenly, a mist of jumbled-up nonsense starts to cover the screen, with the words, "I make it my business". This represents the government already intervening into your life at a young age [giving you a social security number] which necessarily a bad thing.
Next, you are cast into society as a knight in shining armor. You are a knight because you are an American, the most superior race. You are tasked with flinging 80 ice skaters into an American pine tree. The 80 ice skaters represent the amount of months you spend in the school system (about 8 months per year, starting with kindergarten). After ten years, you find yourself in your freshman year of high school.
The Mutt Hoss logo scrolls up to the middle of the screen, letting you know that you are about to enter the most crucial part of the game... and your life.
You are on the beach, and you discover that you are the Eiffel tower. Have you ever felt so out of place before? You struggle to fit in, denying who you really are on the inside to conform to the trendy environment that surrounds you. But ok, as long as you remain true to yourself, and move along the RIGHT path, you will move on successfully.
The next chapter of your life is symbolized by a ship going down in flames. Objects are being tossed left and right as you sit there wondering what to do. This is a lot like your twenties. You have almost no money, and you are working very hard to keep whatever you have afloat. The struggle of your twenties is basically caused by the large amount of debt you have acquired so far, whether it be from student loans or credit card debt. It is a natural part of the American lifestyle to be in debt at that age. But ok, because your life will move onto the next chapter before you know it.
Your thirties hit you like a brick wall. Now you stand as a weak, insignificant blob. You notice that while America is thriving with an increase of culture and innovation, the rest of the world seems to be burning to ashes around you. You think to yourself, "You know what, I guess I'm lucky to be an American after all." You see a giant angry head coming right at you. Oh great, it's your boss... You feed him various alcoholic drinks to get on his good side, and look! Your crooked ways have paid off! That's how it works in America; it's all about kissing up to your boss. You are promoted to next chapter of your life.
What? What is this? This emptiness feeling. Is this my midlife Why, yes it is. hit your forties, a time filled with regret and disappointment. Sure, you may have done a lot with your life, but think of all the things you never got to do! You feel constantly mocked by the fake happiness you once felt. It haunts you. been following the predetermined path that this game has set for you. been questioning the game this whole time, yet you never once strayed from its plotline. You are stuck in the abyss of calamity and failure. And nothing you can do. Go ahead, press to neigh. Neigh as much as you want. It fucking matter.
And finally, as your American life draws near its end, you face the symphony of despair. You have a few waking years left. You remember your bucket list, which you threw into a box many years ago, hoping to never be reminded of your foolish hope for a worthwhile life. You laugh as you read the very first thing on your bucket list; Extreme Beach Volleyball with Santa and his Reindeer. How foolish of you to think that you could have done something so fun and fulfilling. You die of old age, and the symphony of despair echoes through the air as your casket is laid into the earth. Your soul, however, lives on. It floats to the majestic gates of Heaven, where you are welcomed with open arms by Santa and his Reindeer. In the afterlife, you spend most of your days playing extreme beach volleyball (which never seems to have an actual ending). You contemplate your achievements, and you reminisce about your most fond memories.
And with the conclusion of the game, we are reminded that in the end, everyone is a winner. To be blessed with the gift of life alone is something that everyone should be grateful for.
Alright, there are some miscalibrations there but for the most part you've pretty much described it to a tee. I am glad you took the time to play through it and make your analysis. I hope the backspace button helped you review a level again if needed to. And I really do appreciate this review a lot. It's not much, but you've got a good gist of flow here and I could use the direction wherever I get it, not quite eye to eye but in a similar realm.
I just didn't think Mutt Hoss's cultural impact would happen in June of all times and I am just now getting all the input on an otherwise quiet game. I embraced it while it lasted, but a breakdown like this is worth the break of silence and I appreciate the kind words. Thank you for providing them. -b!
I thought this was great. When I went to the last page of the games by score I thought there would only be shit at the end of the rainbow. I was wrong, and for a first game?! god I could only hope to do half as good!
Besides who would dislike the fact you are a knight on his magical horse of destiny with ice skating ninjas on your lance?
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I really liked this game, i really like holiday theme too it too. This music is real baby makin music, i feel like I could get it on with a woman with this music on a loop.


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I'm thrilled to join my Foreclosed: Rehousing the American Dream teammate Rafi Segal and the amazing architects Susannah Drake, Sarah Williams, and Brent Ryan in imagining the next hundred years of New York's and New Jersey's climate change-ravaged coastlines on behalf of the Regional Plan Association.
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The alarm bell went during the first warm up when everyone started doing the splits. As you do.
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I did go to a beginner class once, and I have to say, while I was better at it, I sort of preferred the more advanced classes as the actual dances were more fun.
The only bit I did get nervous about, was at the end of the class, everyone would set up there cameras on little tripods to film themselves, which means there's a good chance I'm in the background doing my weird, edited to my ability moves....I'm waiting for the meme to appear any day now....
I really liked it, and the warm ups were enough exercise on their own, especially in the 90 minute classes. However, in a month, I only managed to get to 5 classes, so I think I'll move onto the next experiment...perhaps Bollywood dancing?
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ELEA 500 N. Estrella Parkway, Suite B2, Box 601 Goodyear, AZ 85338 (800) 500-7644 FAX: 623-882- 8770 E-Mail: firstname.lastname@example.com Web Site: www.eleanational.orgwww.eleanational.org Copyright 2011 ELEA Accreditation Why Do It?
Schools pursue accreditation for a wide variety of reasons. Some use accreditation as a way of assuring parents, the community, and the congregation that the school is of high quality. As a result, it becomes a powerful tool for student recruitment. Other schools choose to begin the process as a way of addressing nagging concerns. For such schools, accreditation provides a systematic framework for school improvement. Generally, schools pursue accreditation for: Improvement of student learning A sharpened focus on your schools ministry Self-evaluation based on your Lutheran schools unique purposes and on national standards Public recognition of schools that complete the process successfully Increased accountability to your community, constituents, and congregation Development of a school improvement plan Demonstration of quality as assessed by objective educational professionals not personally involved in the school. This is often a requirement of eligibility for numerous external grants. Why Accreditation?
This process focuses on student learning. How is this process different from earlier accreditations? <<<<<<
Obstacles to Overcome Newtons Three Laws of Accreditation Law 1. Every educational center tends to maintain its existing state of motion. Translated: we dont like to change. Law 2. F=ma Translated: The future is dependent on the mass of work it takes to accomplish accreditation. Law 3. For every action there is an equal and opposite action. Translated: What every good we try to do there will be an equal negative response. So why try?
Reasons to Not Do Accreditation The majority of Lutheran Schools and Early Childhood Centers are not accredited, why should we?
Reasons to Not Do Accreditation This is a lot of hard work.
Reasons to Not Do Accreditation It seems that most people are satisfied with OK, as long as it does not cost very much.
Reasons to Not Do Accreditation We have enough to do and not enough time and resources as it is.
Reasons to Not Do Accreditation This quality talk means that we never arrive. I want to get there and rest!
Even So, Our Children Deserve Better We are called to be different, to nurture and develop Christ- centered citizens who dare to be different as servants and saints.
1. Preconditions Before school or centers are eligible to begin the accreditation process, the pre-conditions listed below must be met: Membership in ELEA Completion of the ELCAs Ministry of the Congregation Recognition Program Policies requiring: portfolio-based evaluations for faculty and administration, training in child abuse issues, criminal background checks as a condition of employment, a crisis management plan, a blood pathogen plan, and a non- discrimination plan for faculty and students. When a center or school is accredited, it must maintain membership in ELEA throughout the entire seven year period of the accreditation. If membership is dropped, during this time period, then the accreditation itself becomes null and void. How to Begin
A Brief Look Ministry of the Congregation A Self-Study of Ministry and Relationships For Evangelical Lutheran Church in America School and Preschool Ministry Programs Table of Contents Self Study Introduction Mission and Ministry Spiritual Formation Governance Administration Finance KEY QUESTIONS Where are we now? Where do we want to be? What do we need to do to get there?
2. Getting Started Once the decision has been made to pursue accreditation, contact should be made with the ELEA National Office since it has the responsibility to manage the school accreditation process for all of the Lutheran schools in the ELCA. The process can be initiated by contacting Gayle Denny, Executive Director of ELEA, by writing, calling or visiting the ELEA web site (www.eleanational.org) and clicking on Accreditation to purchase the self study and supporting materials. The ELEA full contact information is:www.eleanational.org Gayle Denny, Executive Director, ELEA 500 North Estrella Parkway, Suite B2, Box 601 Goodyear, AZ 85338 800-500-7644 FAX: 623-882-8770 E-Mail: firstname.lastname@example.com Web Site: email@example.com How to Begin
What Your $250 Investment Buys In return, you will receive an application, a copy of the Self-Study Preparation Guide, a Supporting Materials and Samples Guide, and an electronic or digital copy of the instrument in Microsoft Word. Included is an invoice for the $250 fee plus shipping and handling if not previously paid. The accreditation coordinator will provide mentorship until a team chair is assigned.
What Your $500 Deposit Provides Once the center or school makes a final decision to attain accreditation, they submit a $500 deposit to the national office of ELEA with their application. At this time a team chair is assigned and the previsit is scheduled. The deposit is applied toward the expenses such as travel, housing and meals of the team chair. During the previsit the chair will meet with the administrator and other leaders and conduct a portfolio training with the teaching staff. At this time the dates of the site visit are finalized. Any remaining funds of the deposit not used during the previsit are held at the national office and credited toward the expenses of the site visit. If the previsit expenses exceed the deposit the school or center will be invoiced for the remaining balance.
Accreditation Costs Self-Self-Study costs: $250 application fee *paid to ELEA, and valid for a maximum of 2 years. $300 if doing both early childhood and elementary accreditation. $500 deposit* toward costs of accreditation, including honorariums Secretarial time Reproduction costs *Nonrefundable Visitation team: Transportation, Meals, Incidentals, Housing, Substitute Teachers Meals Honorariums $200.00 per day for chairperson; $100.00 per day for other team members The chairperson also serves as a mentor throughout the accreditation process. Costs of the pre-visit and mentoring must be paid by the center or school. In the case of conditional accreditations the school or center will bear the cost of any additional visits or expenses incurred in order to meet the conditions. All expenses of the site visit are paid by the school or center. Ongoing costs$100/yearThe annual report is to be sent to the ELEA Office no later than June 15 of the academic year.
Click on the buttons below What Do You Want to Explore Next? People Reports Artifacts The Team Visit Improvement Plan Self Study Annual Report
The School Team Faculty involvement Since faculty members are key individuals in the self-study process, they should be involved in the decision to conduct a self-study and be fully aware of the process and requirements before that decision is made. Additionally, they should be continuously involved throughout the self-study process. These may be the same people who served on the steering committee which completed the ELCAs Ministry of the Congregation Recognition program self study for early childhood accreditation. It is strongly recommended that they should participate in the chairpersons orientation pre-visit to the school.
Self-Study Steering Committee Once a decision has been made to seek school accreditation, 5-8 people, representing various parts of the educational community, are appointed to the accreditation Steering Committee by the governing board or church council. The Steering Committees primary task is to plan, guide and coordinate the Self-Study. Its responsibilities include: appointing necessary subcommittees, preparing the Self-Study report, reviewing the report of the Visitation Team, and making recommendations for continued improvement. A sample Steering Committee may include parents, teachers, administrator, pastor, other church staff members other educators, community members, and board of education. The administrator cannot chair this committee.
Steering Committee Chair Role 1.keep everyone on task 2.ensure the subcommittees are functioning and carrying out their tasks 3.encourage and motivate those working with the accreditation process 4.work closely with the schools administrator 5.attend the pre-visit of the Visitation Team Chairperson 6.chair the Steering Committee meetings 7.ensure that the work of the committee stays on the task timeline.
Qualifications of the Steering Committee Chairperson Dedication to the mission of the church and school Familiarity with the school or center No employment, either personally, or of a family member within the church and/or center Strategic planning, technological, and organizational skills Strong interpersonal skills
Makeup of the Steering Committee Chair: Organized, works well with people, able to motivate people to do the necessary work School or Center Administrator: Committed to the process, walks the line between supporting staff and insuring compliance Clerical Manager: Overview and assistance with clerical/organizing duties Financial Wizard: Understands the qualities and procedures of good financial systems. Curriculum Experts: Understands the qualities and procedures of early childhood and/or elementary curriculums. Teacher Representatives: Provide insights about the staff and communication concerning the accreditation process The committee members should not include anyone that retains a conflict of interest for the program.
The Visitation Team The minimum number of members on a Visitation Team is four. To save expenses, team members within commuting distance of the school ordinarily are used. In the event that there is not a trained chairperson available in your geographic area, airfare expenses may be required. Team members selection must occur in consultation with the chairperson of your Visitation Team. Team members can be selected from the following: 1.the chairperson will be assigned by the ELEA National Office 2.a teacher or administrator from a public or non-ELCA school center 3.a teacher or administrator from an ELCA center or school 4.a specialist or college professor In order to be eligible to serve on a team, team members must attend the half-day training and orientation to the accreditation process led by the Visitation Team chair at the time of the pre-visit to the school, during one of the days prior to the team visit or held by ELEA as one of its regularly scheduled conferences.
Key Tasks for the Team Determine if the data and materials in place are adequate and reliable
Key Tasks for the Team Assess data as whether it meets these standards
Key Tasks for the Team Conduct interviews
Key Tasks for the Team Determine if all materials and sources of data are in place Write section drafts and turn into captain before leaving Go Back to ExplorationGo Back to Exploration
The Reports Annual Report Annual Report briefly indicates the progress toward further self- improvement and standard attainment, based on recommendations made by the Visitation Team and the improvement plan. Self-Study Report The Self-Study Report is much more extensive ad thorough. It is the result of a year-long self- evaluation of every aspect of the school, based on the school or centers philosophy and national standards.
IntroductionSchool Overview I.Conceptual Framework: Christian Mission/Educational Philosophy II.Professional Personnel a.Administrators b.Teaching Staff III. Curriculum IV.Governance & Resources a.Structure b.Governing Board/Committees c.Finances d.Resources e.Facilities Self Study Report
Preparing the Self-Study Report The Self-Study Report Form is to be used as a tool for self- evaluation and improvement. For each section, the report requires: 1.responses to selected questions and statements. 2.presentation of data and multiple performance assessments demonstrating that standards have been met. Artifacts and documents used to demonstrate attainment of a standard should be varied. No artifact should be used more than twice throughout the document. 3.specific required exhibits (identified by an asterisk) 4.comments about the strengths, need for improvement, and plans for improvement for each section of the instrument.
Section 1-Overview of the School It begins with the overview of the center or school. The overview should include information about the congregational and school or center history, the community, the structure of the church and school or center, enrollment trends, faculty and staff, etc. Its purpose is to provide a context for the Visitation Team and for the report.
Mission and Philosophy Framework The next section of the Self-Study addresses the Conceptual Framework. The Conceptual Framework acts as a lens through which the rest of the report is interpreted. The report clearly states the Mission and Philosophy and presents information as to how it is assessed for appropriateness and effectiveness. Evidence should be presented as a part of this section, verifying that the Conceptual Framework is appropriate, embedded in the school, and effective.
Professional Personnel The Professional Personnel Section of the report focuses on the schools administration and faculty. All create a professional portfolio appropriate to their position within the school. If an administrator both teaches and administrates, then the administrator should prepare teaching and leadership portfolios. For each type of portfolios, a web site is listed immediately under the section title. The web site provides additional information about each of the standards and further explains the rubrics, terms found within the rubrics, etc
Curriculum For each of the curricular sections, web sites are listed to help faculty understand and effectively respond to each of the standards and rubrics. The Self-Study report should address each of the standards holistically and present information or data that demonstrate that students know and are able to do the items addressed within a standard.
Governance and Resources The final section, Governance and Resources, concludes the Self- Study report. In this section, the report should present data that enables the team to determine if the standards have been met.
After Gathering and Analysis Finally, for each section of the instrument, you will be asked to identify specific strengths, areas of improvement, and plans for improvement for that section. The required thoroughness of this report is designed to stimulate thought and to assist a thorough self-study and self-improvement process. It is also designed to give enough evidence to the Visitation Team to determine whether or not your center or school is eligible for accreditation. The Self- Study report is due to the members of the Visitation Team no later than 8 weeks prior to the accreditation visit. Keep in mind that this will be more than a binder – it may encompass a box of materials. Individual professional portfolios, however, do not need to be mailed to the team; they need to be available for inspection during the site visit. Go Back to ExplorationGo Back to Exploration
Artifacts-Required Evidence of Actions That Support Student Learning Each Please Respond To section serves as a starting point for discussion and study. The statements and questions are written not only for the purpose of clarifying and explaining, but also for stimulating thought, reflection and self-evaluation. Supporting data and information should be categorically labeled, gathered, and made available in the Visiting Team meeting room by the time of the visit. Items marked with an asterisk (*) must be attached to the report.
Assessments and Data The Steering Committee works collaboratively with teachers, congregational and community members, parents, and the board to assess the school and to prepare the Self-Study Report. An important task during this time is the creation of assessments and the collection and use of data resulting from these assessments for school improvement. As the Self-Study Report is prepared, the school must indicate how students, faculty, and the schools structure and resources are evaluated. Data resulting from such assessments should be gathered, summarized, and then used for decision- making.
Artifacts as Supporting Data Very simply, artifacts consist of data, charts, tables, lesson plans, assessments, etc. that are used to document that a standard has been addressed and met. Since the content of the standards varies widely, artifacts themselves can take many forms. For instance, an artifact for a teachers portfolio could be students scores, compared as pre/post test assessments, to document that the teacher has had a positive impact on student learning. A science artifact might include samples of students work on an experiment to document that students understand the scientific process. In this case, the artifacts would include not only a sampling of student work but also the average score received by the class and samples of materials used to re-teach the material, if needed. Artifacts to document the collaborative development of the Conceptual Framework could include minutes of meetings and public comment and feedback forms and resulting data. Finally, trend data of students achievement test results could be summarized and used to affirm that students are making appropriate academic progress.
Artifacts Continued Given the wide variety of documents, videotapes, assessments, and materials that can be used as artifacts, no artifact should be used more than twice throughout the entire accreditation process. It is also critical that artifacts used to document student progress toward curricular standards be a sampling across all of the center or schools classrooms and grades. Overuse of artifacts or use of artifacts from a limited number of classrooms will hamper the work of the Visitation Team and could result in the citation of weaknesses.
Artifacts Items which demonstrate that the standards have been met. This is a test on famous Americans.
Another Artifact Photographs of students successfully pointing out the correct response in a group project for music
Whats in These Containers? Artifacts File folders for each standard in noncurricular areas File folders for each element of the curricular standards
Drawers for Non Curricular Areas Heads of steering committee and subcommittees turn in artifacts and supporting data here
One Idea for Organizing Artifacts Supporting data and information should be categorically labeled, gathered, and made available in the Visiting Team meeting room Tub Idea Go Back to ExplorationGo Back to Exploration
Preparing for the Visit Typically, the center or school prepares for an accreditation visit a minimum of one full academic year prior to the visit itself. Generally 18 months after the initial decision is made the team visit can be scheduled. The chairperson of the Visitation Team is selected by the ELEA National Office and a mandatory pre-visit of the chairperson to the school is scheduled roughly one year prior to the team visit. The purpose of this pre-visit is to clarify the process, plan the length of the team visit, conduct portfolio training for administrators and teachers and meet with the Steering Committee. In cases where local people are used as team members, an orientation to the process for these people will occur as a part of the pre-visit. In such cases, an extra half day will be added to the visit. It is the schools responsibility to pay all expenses, including the chairpersons honorarium, for this visit.
The Team Visit At the end of the self-study process, a team of educators will visit the school and make recommendations for the improvement of the center or school. The site visit shall include no less than two full days. Four to five days, beginning with a Saturday and culminating with a brief exit report, is a typical visit.
Characteristics of the Team Room The team room will be the space where the visiting team will spend the majority of its time. It needs to be a quiet space, where much collaboration and writing will take place. The space should be sufficient for up to five people to spread out their materials, have sufficient electrical outlets for laptop computers, and not used by the center or schools personnel during the visit. If there are telephones in the room, they should be able to be unplugged during the visit, and the room should be free from interruptions from school staff. Snacks should be provided along with noon meals.
After the Visit The visiting team will report the observed strengths, concerns, and recommendations for each of the sections of the standards. These will be reviewed in light of the local schools philosophy and the standards. The team will make a recommendation to the ELEA National Board about accreditation for the school or center and provide supporting statements. The draft report will be sent for any corrections in errors of fact within 20 business days upon conclusion of the onsite visit. A final copy of the team report will be sent to the school or center and to the ELEA office within 10 days of receiving response from the center or school on the draft report. Once the center or school has received the final report of the visiting team, the center or school will have 20 business days in which to respond to the report or to challenge any of its findings through the rejoinder process. Only information available at the time of the visit can be used in the rejoinder. Go Back to ExplorationGo Back to Exploration
The Dispute Process Once a school or center has received its final report and if it has either not been granted accreditation or has been granted conditional accreditation, it has the right to comment or to question some or all of the findings. This information is submitted as a single document called a Dispute. Schools or centers that are recommended for full accreditation cannot submit a Dispute. Content of the Dispute The Dispute may address issues of substance related to: 1.any cited weakness statements 2.perceived erroneous statements in the narrative section of the report 3.any procedural concerns with the visit.
Dispute Conditions Conditions for a Dispute A Dispute must meet the following conditions: 1.discuss or include only evidence that existed at the time of the visit 2.discuss or include only evidence that was available to the Visitation Team 3.refrain from submitting changes made after the visit since these cannot be considered by the ELEA National Board Review Committee 4.attach as Appendices any documents that are referred to in the Dispute itself. Go Back to ExplorationGo Back to Exploration
The School Improvement Plan (SIP) An outcome of the accreditation process is an institutional improvement plan that has been approved by the Team Captain. Based on the visiting teams final report, the school or center will develop an Improvement Plan, which addresses those standards not met or met with weakness and states its plan for continuous improvement over the period of accreditation. A copy of this plan is not only used internally and distributed to all stakeholders, but is also sent to the ELEA National Office to be kept in the school or centers file. For more information on the development of an Improvement Plan, please refer to the ELEA ELEA Accreditation Prep Guide.
Sample Improvement Plan For Every Preschool 2011-2017 Area/ Standard Number Improvement Priority (1-4) 4 is high Time Frame to Complete Responsibility of Notes Status Example from Physical Development/ Health/Safety 1. Children have varied opportunities and are provided equipment to engage in large motor experiences. Create an all weather outdoor play area that is safe, well- drained and handicapped assessable. 3 Fund raising to be done in year 2011- 12. Playgroun d to be installed and ready by September, 2013 Building and Grounds committee of congregation and special playground committee appointed by the board of education. Congregational family willing to donate up to $25,000 in matching funds. Special committee is in place and beginning research into the best type of equipment and surface. Aim to have bids ready for Building and Grounds committee by December, 2010. Each need for improvement will be listed in this way Go Back to ExplorationGo Back to Exploration
The Annual Report Every year for the length of the accreditation, school or center must submit a report that: Describes any changes that have occurred from the previous report. This may include a change in administrator or teachers, changes in enrollment or make up of the student body, etc. States progress being made on the Improvement PlanImprovement Plan Gives assessment data that shows the school or center is improving as a result of its plan. If the data shows otherwise, the improvement plan should be revised until improvement occurs. Describes ongoing challenges the school or center faces as it continues its work on its improvement plan These reports are to be sent to the ELEA National Office no later than June 15 of every calendar year. Failure to submit a report in a timely manner may result in revocation of the accreditation by ELEA. Go Back to ExplorationGo Back to Exploration
Timeline for Accreditation 18 – 24 months prior to the anticipated visit collegial decision to pursue accreditation contact ELEA National Office and receive accreditation materials and name of Visitation Team Chair pay fees to ELEA 12 – 18 months prior to the anticipated visit appoint Steering Committee chair and committee members set up subcommittees and begin work work with Visitation Team Chair to select the Visitation Team schedule pre-visit of the Visitation Team Chair to your school or center
Timeline for Accreditation 6 – 12 months prior to the anticipated visit prepare the Self-Study Report prepare administrator and teacher portfolios make preliminary travel and hosting arrangements for the Visitation Team 3 months prior to the anticipated visit assemble team room materials needed for the visit make final travel and hosting arrangements for the Visitation Team complete the Self Study report 2 months prior to the anticipated visit send Self Study and required handbooks to the each member of the Visitation Team make final decision to proceed with Team visit at this time schedule people for all interviews needed for the visit
The Final Act After visit and accreditation has been received-celebrate !
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To the editor:
It was a surprise today to see retired professor Grant Goodman's picture on the front page of your newspaper. Not that professor Goodman doesn't deserve the front page, but simply because of the United States government-opened letter he is holding. Obviously, professor Goodman's 80-year-old Filipino friend, and over-80 professor Goodman himself, are considered threats to our national security! What nonsense!
I recall in the period of the 1970s and 1980s, during the Cold War, receiving mail that looked like professor Goodman's letter from his Filipino friend. But my letters, with the same kind of tape essentially, came from friends in Communist Poland. They were letters opened and screened by the paranoid government in Poland (under the advisement of the Soviets). At that time, my mail was not screened by my own American government.
Obviously times have changed!
Robert Findlay,