We are pleased to announce the launch of The Path Forward Foundation, dedicated to supporting ongoing Hurricane Helene relief and recovery in Western North Carolina. 

Please save-the-date for the evening of November 1, 2025 for the Gala celebrating the Foundation launch at the site of the new Blue Star Gallery, at 867 Haywood Road, Asheville, North Carolina.

This special evening will feature local musicians, makers, artists and culinary creators including:

Music by Graham Sharp and Darren Nicholson Band

Catering by Chef Michelle Bailey

Bar by Cultivated Cocktails

Art (including Silent Auction) by Asheville, River Arts and North Carolina Artists

The Gala is being hosted by Babette Reynolds and David Newton, founders of The Path Forward Foundation. 100% of donations and silent auction proceeds from the Gala will be contributed to organizations supporting ongoing Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in Western North Carolina.

Schedule is as follows:

6:30 pm Arrival

7:00 pm Welcome

7:15 pm Graham Sharp Plays

8:00 pm Darren Nicholson Takes Stage

8:45 pm Silent Auction Announcements 

9:15 to 10 pm Darren Plays Final Set