Inspired by Western Carolina University's 2018 Campus Theme, Defining America brings together artists with different perspectives on the concept of "America" and asks visitors to reflect on the values, definitions, and assumptions attached to this concept. The exhibition will be on view throughout the Fall 2018 and Spring 2019 semesters at Western Carolina University, beginning September 11, 2018 and closing May 3, 2019.

Our Howl-O-Ween event was a huge success last year so we are doing it again and even bigger! Join us for some day time, outdoor, fun in your costumes! We will have areas for learning about how other cultures around the globe celebrate this holiday. We will also have a photo booth, halloween themed games, crafts, halloween sensory bins. We will also have a table that features the Teal Pumpkin Project and how you and your house can help make…

Grovewood Gallery invites you to Eat, Drink & Be Merry - a showcase of artfully curated table settings for festive holiday entertaining, on view November 10 through December 31, 2018. Works will include ceramic tableware, wooden cutting boards, one-of-a-kind serving pieces, drinking vessels, and more - all displayed on handcrafted tables throughout the gallery. An opening celebration will take place on Saturday, November 10 from 2-5pm, where guests can enjoy locally crafted beverages from Noble Cider and Troy & Sons,…

Join those zany Nunsense nuns as they return Hendersonville Community Theatre with a fun, family-friendly, seasonal good time. Dan Goggin’s Nuncrackers: The Christmas Nunsense Musical features the silly sister in heavenly performances from November 30 to December 16. Tickets are $26-15 and are available online at HendersonvilleTheatre.org or by calling the Box Office at (828) 692-1082. Dan Goggin’s Nuncrackers: The Christmas Nunsense Musical tells the story of the Nunsense Sisters: Sister Mary Regina, Sister Mary Hubert, Sister Robert Anne, Sister…

Wild Awake: a collection of small spells by Abacus Corvus is Flow Gallery's last art exhibit for 2018.  Opening reception is Friday, December 14 from 5:30 to 7:30 during Jingle Mingle on Main event in Downtown Marshall (14 S Main Street). Show runs until January 12th.  649-1686. Jocelyn Mosser and sister Corina Dross - the dynamic duo behind Abacus Corvus - began creating limited calendars in 2012.  Beginning in 2017, they began to pair images and words (small spells) to…

Treat yourself to a HOLI-DATE with Santa! If you’re looking for a fun way to get into the season, and you’re interested in—but intimidated by—the idea of needle felting, this workshop is for you! In just a few hours, you’ll learn how to needle felt AND walk away with a charming addition to your holiday décor! Fiber artist, Anne Magrath, will explain what fibers are appropriate for creating a needle felted structure. Then, she’ll teach you the basics of needle…

General Auditions 2019 The Magnetic Theatre will hold General Auditions for roles to be cast in mainstage productions, workshops, and readings planned for the 2019 season. The auditions will be held, by appointment, at The Magnetic Theatre on Saturday, December 15th, from 10am-until 4pm and on Monday, December 17th from 6:30pm until 10pm. Actors may sign up for 10 minute slots through the Sign-Up Genius link. At General Auditions, actors will be asked to present two contrasting monologues (comedic/dramatic), for…

We're back this holiday season popping up at the Asheville Masonic Temple! Shop our festive 20-day pop up shop featuring some of the area’s best in handmade and vintage. We’ve curated goods featuring over 125 local & indie makers, designers, and vintage wares including clothing, jewelry, decor, greeting cards, and more. You're sure to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list! HOLIDAY POP UP SHOP Open November 30 - December 19 10am-8pm everyday The Asheville Masonic Temple 80…

Now in its 17th year, the NewSong Music Performance & Songwriting Competition is one of North America’s premier showcases of emerging performers and songwriters across an array of genres.

The Magnetic Theatre invites you on a trip back in time, as we present the wonderfully wicked 25th ANNUAL BERNSTEIN FAMILY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR, which opens on Thursday November 29th at The Magnetic Theatre. Now in its 9th year, this R-rated holiday spectacle is a hilarious, envelope-pushing ode to the TV specials of yesteryear, with the dysfunctional Bernstein clan doing a variety of skits, and witty commercials for local businesses. This show is absolutely for adults only, and only for those…

General Auditions 2019 The Magnetic Theatre will hold General Auditions for roles to be cast in mainstage productions, workshops, and readings planned for the 2019 season. The auditions will be held, by appointment, at The Magnetic Theatre on Saturday, December 15th, from 10am-until 4pm and on Monday, December 17th from 6:30pm until 10pm. Actors may sign up for 10 minute slots through the Sign-Up Genius link. At General Auditions, actors will be asked to present two contrasting monologues (comedic/dramatic), for…

The Honey Chasers are an innovative bluegrass band made up of buddies who all come from different local and nationally touring acts. The three core members include Cameron Owens (of The Cleverlys), Zach Smith (of Town Mountain), and Meade Richter (of OsloGrass). From original material to new twists on old standards, this band plays it all!

An evening of heart-stirring melody and evocative lyrics about love, loss, and home from Asheville songwriter Hannah Kaminer and Bristol troubadour JP Parsons.

Asheville Outlets invites area pets (dogs and cats) and their families to visit with Santa on Thursdays, November 29, December 6, December 13 and December 20, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and receive two FREE photos and a digital download. Pets must be managed by owners on a leash or in a carrier. Pet owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets and only allowed in designated Santa photo area. If interested, pet owners can make a…

Brian Ashley Jones returns to Isis Music Hall for an evening of original “guitar driven” Americana music accompanied by the solid drumming and vocal harmonies of percussionist Patrick Stacey. Don’t miss this rare intimate duo show in the lounge!

Experience the magic and joy of the season with the Reel Sisters as they present their Celtic Christmas Concert. The stage is set for holiday fun with beautiful harp, Scottish smallpipes, whistle, and song. Seasonal favorites pair with traditional tunes and songs from the British Isles and Appalachia to leave your heart full and your toes tapping! The Sisters’ approachable, lighthearted personalities create a unique musical experience and will leave you feeling uplifted and full of good cheer.

Highbeams are bringing their high-energy Folk-Rock to Isis Music Hall for the first time on December 22nd! This band of brothers have shared the stage with acts like Brothers Osborne, Vertical Horizon, Chase Bryant, Col Bruce Hampton, and more!

The Zuzu Welsh Band and Pam Taylor bring a 1-2 punch of blues, rock and soul, mixed in with holiday cheer!

Come get your Christmas music fix with Queen Bee and the Honeylovers in the lounge followed by Russ Wilson’s Swingin Christmas on the main stage! A sweet evening of classic holiday standards with a few original Asheville-inspired tunes thrown in.

An evening of swinging Christmas classics from Russ Wilson And His Famous Orchestra and Guest Stars. Remember the days when TV was actually GOOD? And remember all those great Christmas music spectaculars hosted by Bing Crosby, Perry Como, Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra and so many others? RUSS WILSON AND HIS FAMOUS ORCHESTRA are presenting that same great musical entertainment at the Isis Restaurant and Music Hall on December 23RD in their 6th Annual Holiday Extravaganza. “HAVE YOURSELF A SWINGIN’ LITTLE…

Winter is the perfect time for exploring the Park. Leafless trees make for more places to enjoy the views and picture taking. Chimney Rock celebrates this winter break by offering our popular Family Animal Encounters for this one week, too. Join us daily at 2pm to hear what our Animal Educators would be doing if they were still living on the wilder side during these chillier months ahead. Cost: Included with admission

Bagpipes and bouzouki – as much fun as a big festival but not as loud! Join Asheville bagpiper and small-pipe maker EJ Jones and Nashville-based chord phenomenon Frances Cunningham, seen recently at the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games and Merlefest, play tunes and songs to make you both dance and cry.

Tagged every style from jamband and southern rock to acoustic folk and bluegrass, Dangermuffin has consistently shattered all categorizations and defied pigeonholing. While “Roots-Rock Americana” might be the most fitting and recurring label for the band, no designation perfectly characterizes Dangermuffin and its sound. “We’re the American Experience, which is a melange of styles, including roots, rock, bluegrass, reggae, island, and many other influences. We’re multi-genre.” Hailing from the musically rich Blue Ridge Mountains, Fireside Collective is an up-and-coming newgrass…

Of course, we are known for our amazing views, but some of the most incredible aspects of this area are often overlooked. Local naturalist Clint Calhoun has spent decades researching and studying what makes the ecology of Chimney Rock State Park and Hickory Nut Gorge so unique. Join him for this moderate hike to learn so much more about what makes our area so special. Cost: Includes Park admission: $23 Adult, $8 Annual Passholder, $13 Youth (ages 5-15), $6 Rockin’…

Fronted by award winning songwriter, Paul Edelman, Jangling Sparrows Duo create crowd pleasing , soul driven Americana. The songs are edgy and misty, tender and tough. Philly Weekly said-“songs as true as any that emerged from the glory days of Nashville (or early Son Volt).” and No Depression says-“We think this is one of the best Americana bands we have heard this year, and would love to see their live performance.” Ambiance and raw energy define a live Jangling Sparrows…

Unplug, unwind, and reconnect with nature! Hike to nearby local’s favorite, Bearwallow Mountain, for panoramic views on Mon, Dec 31 at 9am. Get your heart pumping with a 1-mile hike to the summit followed by an hour of warming yoga for all levels and ring in the New Year in a unique way. FAQ: Yoga hike in the winter? Really? ANSWER: Yep! We’ve done down-dog in mittens, made our way carefully over icy patches on the trail, and let the…

New Years Eve with Yarn and Josh Shilling performing an entire set of Yarn’s music along with selections from the The Band’s The Last Waltz. Asheville’s Taylor Martin will open.

Come play with us! Purple Crayon offers affordable studio space for women hobby artists, turnkey rental space for creativity-centered events, and a variety of arts and crafts workshops and classes. Comes see what all the excitement is about!

With a vocal blend that has been dubbed “outstanding” and “meticulous,” Low Lily (Liz Simmons, Flynn Cohen & Lissa Schneckenburger) have a cohesive sound which comes naturally for musicians whose lives have been entwined on the road and onstage for almost two decades. Based in VT, the band has crafted a sound which they have shared with enthusiastic audiences throughout North America and the UK, garnering two #1 songs on international folk radio, and two New England Music Award nominations.

“A 27-year-old singer-songwriter from Galax, Va., Dori Freeman values her lifelong exposure to living musical traditions, but doesn’t allow her reverence to overshadow her gift for distilling Appalachian melancholy into delicate pop ruminations.”

Emmy has a uniquely soulful voice and puts on an engaging show performing original indie pop and folk tunes. She’ll keep the audience enthusiastic and enlightened as her music is reminiscent of Wolf Alice, Cat Power, Daughter and Ellie Goulding.

Join us as six of Asheville’s favorite local female singer/songwriters perform the works of iconic female artists. This year’s artists will pay tribute to the iconic works of Dolly Parton, Stevie Nicks and Kate Wolf.

Transition From Figurative To Abstract Sculpture Leonid Siveriver Mondays 6-9pm January 7- February 25 The objective of this course is to develop a basic understanding of the human form in three-dimensions based on work with a live model, and then utilize that knowledge for abstraction. By combining the human figure with geometric forms you will expand your palette of techniques, and create some truly dynamic, inspired work. Level: All Levels Tuition: $350 + $75 Lab and Live Model Fee

Post Firing Sculpture Repair Molly Morning-glory & Mac McCusker Tuesdays 10:30am-1pm January 8- February 26 Have broken projects piling up in your studio? Perhaps the piece you worked on for ages didn’t come out how you wanted? Join Molly Morning-glory and Mac McCusker to learn about cold finishing techniques and materials. Bring in your duds and we’ll help you make them beautiful! Sand blasting, epoxies, acrylic paint, spray enamel and more will be covered in this 8-week class. We will…

You got Served! Handbuilt Tableware Tyler-James Anderson Tuesdays 6:30-9pm January 8- February 26 In this class we will be focusing our efforts into creating beautiful plates, platters, and assorted dishes to liven up your serving game at home. Implementing plaster mold making and slab construction, we will be making both loose and refined forms that showcase surface design and fluidity. This class takes a fun, whimsical, and creative approach to forming and decorating, while providing students with solid fundamentals for…

Bowled Over: How to Create Visual Interest on Simple Forms Laurie Caffery Harris Wednesdays 6:30-9pm January 9- February 27 Bowls are often overlooked by potters because they are such a simple form, but they have so much potential! In this intermediate level class, we will explore bowls of all sizes and shapes on the potter’s wheel to create forms that reflect your unique style. We will also discuss and practice surface design through mishima (slip inlay), painting, and sgraffito carving.…

Who doesn’t fantasize about sitting in front of a fireplace (or gathering around Purple Crayon’s Stitching Circle!), in the dead of winter, knitting? Whether you’re completely new to the craft, have tried to learn to knit and failed, or simply want a refresher, this fun, four-week course is for you! Camille Daunno has been knitting since she was old enough to hold a pair of needles, and teaching folks—both kids and adults—how to knit for almost as long! (Not really,…

Alternatives To Glaze Cynthia Lee Thursdays 3-5:30pm January 10- February 28 Consider experimenting with some unorthodox surface treatments for a new look in your work. Using tiles, we will play with materials rolled on wet clay and cold surface techniques on bisque clay. Demonstrations and discussions will include applying these concepts to functional and sculptural work. Come with imagination, without reservations and a yearning for creative research! Level: Intermediate Tuition: $310 + $50 Lab Fee

Having a home, living indoors, is a basic human right, one that 500 or more individuals do not have on any given night in the Asheville area alone. Finding Home, a collection of songs, new and found monologues, scenes, and dance will tell the true stories of our neighbors who have lived for years without a home and through the work of Homeward Bound have been able to feel safe and supported for the first time in their lives. Through…

Robin & Linda Williams return to Asheville, for the first time in two years, appearing at Isis Music Hall on Friday January 11, 2018! Robin & Linda have been performing for more than four decades now and they perform the music they love, “a robust blend of bluegrass, folk, old-time and acoustic country that combines wryly observant lyrics with a wide-ranging melodicism.” These dynamic live performers and awesome human beings were also the House band on Prairie Home Companion for…

Who: All ages and all families! Theme: This month we will be exploring the theme of WINTER. We will be exploring ice and hibernation through crafts and learning activities. While this can be a brown and down time of the year in our minds nature is still alive and has a lot to teach us! What: Family Discovery Day is an opportunity to come explore the Farmstead with family for FREE. At each event we will provide a craft, forest…