HUGE SWANNANOA COMMUNITY YARD SALE – Oct. 1

The popular twice-annual Swannanoa Community Yard Sale will take place on Saturday, Oct. 1, from 8 am–1 pm, in the Swannanoa Ingles parking lot, 2299 US 70. Don’t miss out on this area’s largest yard sale event — with dozens of sellers and hundreds of buyers, there’s something for everyone! Seller spaces are $15 each if paid in advance ($20 on the day of the sale); bring your own tables. To reserve your space, call 828-515-1840 or send an email to SwannanoaYardSale@gmail.com. The Swannanoa Community Yard Sale is sponsored by Friends and Neighbors of Swannanoa (FANS), an all-volunteer community nonprofit organization.

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Friends and Neighbors of Swannanoa (FANS)

Friends and Neighbors of Swannanoa (FANS) is a coalition of citizens dedicated to strengthening the Swannanoa Valley community by engaging in activities that encourage participation and cooperation, and through joint efforts with other organizations that have compatible goals.

FANS was formed in 2011 and currently consists of 11 board members.

Board officers

Chair: Kara Dillow
Secretary: Samantha Gallman
Treasurer: Dave Price

Board Members

Front Row L-R: Maureen Dillow, Kara Dillow, Andrew Belz, Samantha Gallman, Sandy Drake

Back Row L-R: James Lytle, David Price, Carol Groben, Josh Wells, Angela Stone, Doug Lebbon

Swannanoa is a great place to live, and we want to let everyone know it,” said former FANS Board Chair, Katherine Cross. “We have a rich history, a beautiful environment, and engaged residents. Friends and Neighbors of Swannanoa is dedicated to preserving and enhancing our bountiful assets, and we invite you to support and join us in this effort to preserve our rich heritage while planning for a bright future.”

We invite you to look at “Our Projects” (on navigation bar above) to see some of the great work that’s being done by our citizens — work that strengthens our community by giving residents the opportunity to make connections with their neighbors and work together cooperatively. Community members have given us many great ideas for new activities, including an outdoor movie series, Swannanoa history and storytelling events, and a community potluck.

We’re working for a strong and vibrant Swannanoa by encouraging active involvement, fostering community spirit, and honoring our unique history and natural heritage. And FANS invites YOU to join us in that mission.