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Mary Jo Padgett

Public Relations-Freelance Writer-Editor-Proofreader-Guided Walks-Paris Programs

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I have years of experience as a writer, journalist, public relations consultant, editor, blogger, proofreader. Please click on the page that applies to what you need. I’ll be happy to help. For your business, magazine, book, website, or organization, I can assist you.

In addition, I can entertain and inform your group about life in Paris, France, where I lived for a year studying French, writing, working with students, and living the Parisian life.  I present these programs at community colleges, university enrichment, private showings, clubs, and organizations. For more info click on Programs About Paris.

My newest project is guided history walks — in my two favorite cities … in Hendersonville, N.C. and in Paris, France.

View Dates for 2025 Guided History Walks –  Hendersonville NC

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Public Relations – Marketing

Hendersonville NC Public Relations - Press Release WriterI have years of experience helping organizations, businesses, and individuals put the best face forward through a public relations campaign that creates interest and income. See What I Have Done

Journalist / Freelance Writer

A 20-year veteran journalist, freelance writer, and blogger, I write articles on newsworthy topics –specializing in environment, travel, business, dance and the arts, artists, and more. Learn more.

2025 Hendersonville NC Guided Walks / Tours

Hendersonville NC Guided Walking Tours

Take your pick from the walks below.  Each walk covers a different aspect of Hendersonville’s history, yet each one interweaves with the others.  Come … enjoy … get a little exercise. Reservations are recommended.  Do you have a family or group? 

Contact me to arrange a private tour. 

All tours: $10 per person age 10 and over.
Children under 10 yrs. free with paying adult.
All walks – 90-plus-minutes – occur rain or shine.
Schedule a private tour for your group any time by appt.

For Info, Call: 828-545-3179

Walk on Historic Main Street

10 a.m. – Sat., June 7;    Sat., July 5;    Sun., Sept. 7;    Fri., Oct. 3

Be charmed and informed by Hendersonville’s history, architecture, and colorful stories.  Learn how the town got its name, who donated the land, bordellos, the oldest block of buildings, amazing fires, trolley lines … and more.

Meeting Place:  Hendersonville City Hall, front steps  (corner of 5th Ave. E. and King St.)

 In Historic Oakdale Cemetery

10 a.m. – Sat., June 14;    Fri., July 11;    Sun., Sept. 14;   Fri., Oct 10

Join me along the pathways of Hendersonville’s Historic Oakdale Cemetery, where the famous “Look Homeward Angel” statue is located.  Among quiet, artistic grave markers, discover Hendersonville’s past through lively stories of its Black, White, Jewish, and eccentric citizens.

Meet:  at the Cemetery, U.S. 64 W. at Valley St.

 

7th Ave./Historic Train Depot District

10 a.m. – Sat, June 21;   Fri., July 18;    Sun., Sept. 21;    Fri. Oct 17

This district was where it was happening in the Gilded Age of Hendersonville.  The train depot brought steam engines and attracted drays, hustle, summer visitors, shoot-outs, and candy stores.

Meeting Place:  Hendersonville City Hall, front steps  (corner of 5th Ave. E. and King St.)

 

Murals, Mosaic, and Ghost Signs

10 a.m. – Sat, June 28;    Fri., July 25;    Sun., Sept. 28;   Fri., Oct. 24

  Learn the stories behind more than six murals, a mosaic with 250,000 pieces of glass, and numerous ghost signs still barely hiding in plain sight—all in downtown.

Meeting Place:  in front of Historic Courthouse on Main Street

All tours: $10 per person age 10 and over.
Children under 10 yrs. free with paying adult.
All walks – 90-plus-minutes – occur rain or shine.
Schedule a private tour for your group any time by appt.

For Info, Call: 828-545-3179

Print Guided Walks 2025 Schedule

 

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Programs About Paris

“A Walking Tour in Paris:  Explore American Revolution History.”

This is a 6-hour session focusing on the American Revolutionary Era and the relationship between the American Colonies and France. Photos of statues, buildings, parks, and historic locations in Paris that relate to this period of American history to enhance and enrich your visit to Paris or increase knowledge of history.   Tell me more …

Editor / Proofreader

If you need a document editor or proofreader, I can improve your writing through organization, correction, and condensation to convey your thoughts and focus your message. More…

English Language Coach

While living in Paris, I coached students of all ages in American English. I also edit and proofread documents and reports written in English by speakers of other languages. Get more details

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