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Cherokee basketry traditions come to a Broadway sidewalk

Featured - By Margie Sigman

ASHEVILLE -- Broadway Street, in downtown Asheville, follows an ancient Native American trade route , so it is entirely… Read More »
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Beauty meets safety: WestWayne tactical urbanism project

Featured - By Margie Sigman

West Asheville -- When Leslie Rosenberg, now 42, was a K–12 art teacher years ago, she discovered that art and… Read More »
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The COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Plan in North Carolina

Posted on 02/26/21

A guide to when, where and whether to get a COVID-19 vaccine Read More »
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Stay Safe From Romance Scams

Posted on 02/12/21

AARP is committed to keeping your heart (and your finances!) safe from scammers this February. Read on for tips about… Read More »
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AARP North Carolina Working with State Legislators to Improve Health and Wealth

Posted on 02/10/21

1.1 million member state organization's legislative priorities Read More »
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Celebrate Black History Month with a Great Lineup of Free Events

Posted on 02/02/21

Free Black History Month Events in North Carolina Read More »
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AARP Celebrates Black History Month

Posted on 02/01/21

This Black History Month and beyond, it’s important to look for and celebrate the little things that bring us joy, as… Read More »
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Family Caregiver Resources for North Carolina

Posted on 02/01/21

No matter where you are in the caregiver journey, these local agencies and organizations can help make the… Read More »

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North Carolina COVID-19 News and Information

For all the latest articles, information, and resources on COVID-19 collected or provided by AARP North Carolina, check… Read More »
Much ado about ADUs

ASHEVILLE -- Accessory Dwelling Units — commonly known as backyard bungalows, garage apartments and so-called granny… Read More »
Veterans getting some love from AARP volunteers

To honor their service to the nation, volunteers from the AARP NC Mountain Region are writing cards to residents of the… Read More »
Love of flowers leads to entrepreneurship

According to Beth Hohensee, the “diva” in Studio Flora Diva, one of Asheville, NC’s, most popular floral designers,… Read More »
BeLoved Village: Everyone Deserves the Comfort and Dignity of Home!

“Aging in place” is a popular concept among seniors these days. A 2018 AARP poll showed 3 in 4 older adults (50+) want… Read More »

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Over 50? It’s a Great Time to Start a Business

Wednesday, Mar 3, 2021 at 12:00pm Eastern Time

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There's an Even Darker Side of Fraud and How to Protect Yourself From It

Wednesday, Mar 10, 2021 at 10:30am Eastern Time

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AARP NC Triad and the Piedmont Triad Regional Council AAA presents "Shine Online: How to Elevate Your Online Presence" via Zoom at noon on 3/10/2021

Wednesday, Mar 10, 2021 at 12:00pm Eastern Time

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