Here’s “Unity,” the bear who will benefit BBBSWNC during downtown Hendersonville’s annual Bearfootin’ Art Walk. The sculpture, by artist Amy Thomas and sponsored by the Hendersonville Woman’s Club, is one of 20 works that will adorn downtown sidewalks before they…
When Nathalie was matched with Big Sister Susan, she was a shy girl who didn’t engage much with others. A steadfast presence in her life, Susan encouraged her to make friends and participate in school activities. Nathalie could do “anything…
Project MARS/AmeriCorps collects “Great Stories” from its members in which they reflect on their experiences mentoring in the classroom and the progress they see students making. In this month’s story, April Dehart, after quarantine, talks about how much she…
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina launches its biggest recruitment drive of the year May 1 – 100 mentors in 30 days. It’s working to sign up many new “Bigs” to have fun with great local kids. The…
BBBS Henderson staff and volunteers were guest bartenders April 8 (and will be again April 30, from 3-7 pm) at Sideways Farm & Brewery. Through the brewery’s “Tip the Community” program, all tips during April benefit BBBS Henderson County. Stop…
