October 3, 2012 – mountainx.com

CalCast: Oct. 5-7

October 3, 2012 by Jen Nathan Orris

Learn how to preserve the summer’s bounty and find out how This American Life contributor David Rakoff became involved in the John C. Campbell Folk School.

Revised BID proposal: delayed ambassadors, shorter borders, adjusted board

October 3, 2012 by David Forbes

The Interim BID Board has released its revised proposal for a Business Improvement District in downtown Asheville. The new proposal shortens the borders of the district, delays the controversial ambassador safety program, and changes the composition of the governing board, as well as opening the possibility of a lower tax to fund the district.

Architectural intersections

October 3, 2012 by Alli Marshall

Local photographer Michael Oppenheim juxtaposes images from New York City and Asheville. A reception for the show is held Sunday, Oct. 7 at Vinnie’s.

This weekend on a shoestring

October 3, 2012 by Dane Smith

This weekend offers juggling, arts and crafts, animals and more. As always, Xpress brings you the best in low-budget entertainment.

A playful approach to yoga and circus life

October 3, 2012 by Kate Lundquist

Rich Risbridger, 38, circus performer and yoga instructor, inspires a playful attitude in his yoga classes. Here, he demonstrates full Hanumanasana in downtown Asheville. This is the eighth post in the yoga series by freelance writer Kate Lundquist.

Long-reaching roots

October 3, 2012 by Alli Marshall

Irish-based old-time and Americana band I Draw Slow plays White Horse Black Mountain tonight and Albino Skunk Festival on Thursday and Friday.

Photos: Vice President Joe Biden talks politics in Asheville

October 3, 2012 by Caitlin Byrd

On Tuesday, Oct. 2, Vice President Joe Biden spoke to a crowd of almost 2,000 in UNCA’s Justice Center as part of a grassroots event. His speech focused on differences between President Obama and Mitt Romney, education, the middle class, taxes, the economy and more. This is his sixth trip to the Tarheel state this year. These are the photos from the Oct. 2 event. (All photos by Xpress reporter Caitlin Byrd)