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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T100100
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T190000
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SUMMARY:Heritage Fire
DESCRIPTION:Taking place at The Horse Shoe Farm in Asheville on Sunday\, July 13\, the all-inclusive\, walk- around tour will feature a lineup of local chefs and artisans\, each grilling globally inspired\, heritage-breed proteins al fresco. The offerings include a wide array of meats and heirloom vegetables from the region’s top family farms and local purveyors. Brought to you by top culinary event producers a21\, Heritage Fire educates consumers and offers hands-on experience with honest food sourced straight from the farm. \nAn all-star cast of top chefs from Asheville and beyond will be on-site serving up delicious bites prepared over live fire. Participating talent include Alex and Ashleigh Baxevanis (Feta Flav Greek Taverna)\, Benjamin Sullivan (Cranford Bros BBQ)\, Brett Suess (The Silo Cookhouse at The Horse Shoe Farm)\, Daniel Valladares (Root & Bone)\, Fernando Desa (Goya Foods)\, Jason Sweeney (Asheville Proper)\, Mike Rednak (Indaco)\, Mountain Madre (Mountain Madre)\, Tory Bogin (Claywood)\, Tyler Slade (Bargello) and more!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/heritage-fire/
LOCATION:The Horse Shoe Farm\, 155 Horse Shoe Farm Drive\, Hendersonville\, 28791
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
CREATED:20240223T163858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T133946Z
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SUMMARY:sov·er·eign·ty: Expressions in Sovereignty of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians
DESCRIPTION:On view from March 15\, 2024 through February 28\, 2025\, ‘sov·er·eign·ty: Expressions in Sovereignty of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ illuminates the complexities of tribal sovereignty and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ continuing legacy of resilience.\nFeaturing objects sourced from the Museum of the Cherokee People’s own collections\, ‘sov·er·eign·ty’ is designed to educate visitors about the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ autonomy\, its relationship with the federal government\, and how the tribe has defined its own relationship with its land\, people\, and culture. \nThe Museum of the Cherokee People is the tribal museum of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI)\, one of three federally recognized Cherokee tribes alongside Cherokee Nation and the United Keetowah Band of Cherokee Indians. The EBCI is a self-governed\, autonomous nation with over 16\,000 enrolled members living around the world—it has its own laws\, elections\, and government—and is the only federally recognized Tribal Nation within the boundaries of what is currently known as North Carolina.  \nIn this exhibition\, visitors will learn how\, through adaptability and innovation\, the EBCI has combated attempts to eradicate\, remove\, and assimilate its people and remained on the Qualla Boundary—57\,000 acres (0.00067661% of the original Cherokee territory) which is owned by the EBCI and held in trust by the federal government.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/sov%c2%b7er%c2%b7eign%c2%b7ty-expressions-in-sovereignty-of-the-eastern-band-of-cherokee-indians/
LOCATION:Museum of the Cherokee People\, 589 Tsali Blvd.\, Cherokee\, NC\, 28719
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T180000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
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SUMMARY:Exhibition | Forces of Nature: Ceramics from the Hayes Collection
DESCRIPTION:Ceramic artists throughout history have become masters of all four elements—creating clay from a mixture of earth and water to shape their work\, drying it in air\, and hardening it in fire. Throughout this process\, the artist decides which aspects of the work will be tightly controlled\, and when the elements can step in to leave nature’s mark. This exhibition traces the historical\, stylistic\, and conceptual origins of work that either embraces or refuses the element of chance in ceramics\, looking at modern and contemporary work made in Western North Carolina.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/exhibition-forces-of-nature-ceramics-from-the-hayes-collection/
LOCATION:Asheville Art Museum\, 2 South Pack Square\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T180000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
CREATED:20241213T211434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T213014Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibition | Forces of Nature Ceramics from the Hayes Collection
DESCRIPTION:Ceramic artists throughout history have become masters of all four elements—creating clay from a mixture of earth and water to shape their work\, drying it in air\, and hardening it in fire. Throughout this process\, the artist decides which aspects of the work will be tightly controlled\, and when the elements can step in to leave nature’s mark. This exhibition traces the historical\, stylistic\, and conceptual origins of work that either embraces or refuses the element of chance in ceramics\, looking at modern and contemporary work made in Western North Carolina.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/exhibition-forces-of-nature-ceramics-from-the-hayes-collection-2/
LOCATION:Asheville Art Museum\, 2 South Pack Square\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T183000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
CREATED:20240726T150104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T213324Z
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SUMMARY:Twilight Dahlias & Mocktails
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an intimate evening at Bullington Gardens\, designed for a select group of eight guests. Enjoy the exclusive use of the dahlia garden after hours while indulging in a unique culinary experience with specialty mocktails curated from Bullington’s own herbs and honey\, paired perfectly with a selection of gourmet appetizers.  Feel free to bring your own drinks to add to the mocktails.  \nGuests will have the shaded pavilion to gather and will take home a stunning floral arrangement\, crafted from our beautiful Bullington dahlias. This experience would be a perfect way to celebrate a child’s birthday\, a friend’s engagement\, or just gather with friends. This exclusive gathering is a wonderful opportunity to support Bullington Gardens and its mission while enjoying a magical evening in a picturesque setting. We look forward to sharing this delightful experience with you.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/twilight-dahlias-mocktails/
LOCATION:Bullington Gardens\, 95 Upper Red Oak Trail\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28792\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bullington Gardens":MAILTO:Bullingtongardens@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
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SUMMARY:At the Table
DESCRIPTION:As we enter another fall season\, the WCU Fine Art Museum invites you to contemplate themes of community\, power\, and representation as explored through At the Table. The works in the exhibition\, which feature the recurring motif of the table\, both literal and metaphorical\, use this common piece of furniture to signify a place where people come together in connection\, endure and overcome injustice\, and make decisions that can change an individual life or the course of humanity. \nReception Details:\nThe exhibition’s reception will be held on Thursday\, October 3\, 2024\, from 5 to 7 PM. Light refreshments and drinks will be served at BAC’s Star Atrium. \nMuseum Hours:\nThe WCU Fine Art Museum exhibitions and events are free and open to the public. Standard Museum hours are Tuesday through Friday\, 10 AM-4 PM\, and Thursday\, 10 AM-7 PM. If you have any questions\, please call (828)227-ARTS. \nImage Credit: Narsiso Martinez\, Always Fresh\, 2018\, ink\, charcoal\, gouache\, gold Leaf\, collage and multiple small oil on canvas paintings on reclaimed produce boxes\, 92.5 x 278 inches\, Courtesy of the artist and Charlie James Gallery\, Los Angeles. © 2018 Narsiso Martinez ; Photo © 2019 Michael Underwood.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/at-the-table/
LOCATION:WCU Bardo Arts Center\, 199 Centennial Drive\, Cullowhee\, NC\, 28723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T121500
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
CREATED:20240816T231527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T135038Z
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SUMMARY:Silver Stacking Rings
DESCRIPTION:Spend 2+  hours as a jeweler! \nWork with silver wire to create a set of three textured stacking rings. Learn the techniques you need to fuse the silver\, hammer\, and stamp to your liking\, and we’ll then polish the rings to a nice shine. Leave class feeling accomplished and ready to show off your work! \nYou will use a torch! (Don’t be intimidated\, our highly skilled and fun instructors will walk you through it!) \nPlease wear close-toed shoes and tie long hair back for safety. All tools and materials needed for class will be provided. \n*Class times and availability are subject to change.  Sign up in advance online to ensure your time and space.   \nRuns from Aug 23\, 2024 to Nov 16\, 2024 and happens every:\nFridays:	10:00am – 12:15pm Timezone: EDT\nFridays:	10:00am – 12:15pm Timezone: EDT\nSaturdays:	10:00am – 12:15pm Timezone: EDT
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/silver-stacking-rings/
LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 191 Lyman Street\, Suite #262\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Jewelry Studios":MAILTO:info@ignitejewelrystudios.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
CREATED:20240816T195746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T135051Z
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SUMMARY:Hammered Wide Band Rings Workshop at Ignite Jewelry Studios
DESCRIPTION:Join us in this hands on class where you will make a hammered sterling silver wide band ring. One of Ignite’s talented instructors will take you through the process step by step including soldering\, shaping\, hammering\, and finishing your ring. \nThese also make great wedding bands! \nYou’ll leave with a beautiful ring made to size in our River Arts District Studio. \n$95/ person *All Materials Included \n*Class times and avialbalility are subject to change. SIgn up in advance online to ensure your time and space.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/hammered-wide-band-rings-workshop-at-ignite-jewelry-studios/
LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 191 Lyman Street\, Suite #262\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Jewelry Studios":MAILTO:info@ignitejewelrystudios.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T180000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
CREATED:20241213T205602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T213000Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibition | Ginny Ruffner Reforestation of the Imagination
DESCRIPTION:The Asheville Art Museum is pleased to present Ginny Ruffner’s Reforestation of the Imagination\, organized and toured by the Smithsonian American Art Museum. The exhibition imagines an apocalyptic landscape of withered plant forms that come to life when activated with augmented reality. In collaboration with animator and media artist Grant Kirkpatrick\, Ruffner illuminates the delicate balance between nature and the artificial human-built world around us\, putting forth an optimistic hope for the future: that technology can be a means to understand and help save the earth from environmental devastation. Visitors can download the free app “Reforestation” on their phones or use the iPads in the gallery to bring this second reality to life.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/exhibition-ginny-ruffner-reforestation-of-the-imagination/
LOCATION:Asheville Art Museum\, 2 South Pack Square\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
CREATED:20240820T154437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T135430Z
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SUMMARY:An Artful Journey: Exploring the Best Art Exhibitions of 2024 with Art Historian Julianna Caro
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an artful journey to the world’s most exciting art centers: Paris\, New York\, London\, and Venice to virtually tour this year’s best museum exhibitions. Each artful journey will begin with a delightful morning drink and pastry from Recess Cafe in Black Mountain followed by an inspiring lecture and discussion with art historian and curator Julianna Caro. Together we will enjoy time to visit and connect and to learn about the birth of Impressionism\, the African American artists of the Harlem Renaissance\, John Singer Sargent’s use of fashion in his portraiture\, and the oldest and most important contemporary art exhibition\, the Venice Biennale. \nWednesdays 10:30am-12pm \nSeptember 25 (Paris—Impressionism)\nOctober 16 (New York—The Harlem Renaissance\nNovember 13 (London—Sargent and Fashion)\nDecember 11 (Venice—The 2024 Biennale)\n$25 per lecture\, refreshments included
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/an-artful-journey-exploring-the-best-art-exhibitions-of-2024-with-art-historian-julianna-caro/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Center for the Arts\, 225 W. State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
CREATED:20240731T153559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T023537Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibition: The Farm at Black Mountain College
DESCRIPTION:Built on more than a decade’s worth of deep\, original archival research\, this exhibition will constitute a comprehensive new history of Black Mountain College. By focusing on the farm\, the exhibition sidesteps the popular paradigm of approaching BMC through its famous faculty and students\, and instead offers a new cast of characters\, one that includes mostly students\, women\, and farmers. It spotlights the importance of collaboration\, both on campus among students\, faculty\, and faculty families\, and in the community with farmers and organizations in nearby cities and towns. Finally\, the exhibition shows what happens when communal living is no longer communal\, and offers the first ever detailed account of the fall of the college\, a dramatic and often dangerous story. \nThe opening reception and a keynote lecture will take place in conjunction with BMCM+AC’s annual ReVIEWING conference hosted at UNC Asheville. Exhibition themes will correspond to the chapters of co-curator David Silver’s book on this topic\, to be published in conjunction with the exhibition in partnership with Atelier Editions.  \nCurated by David Silver and Bruce Johansen
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/exhibition-the-farm-at-black-mountain-college/
LOCATION:Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center\, 120 College Street\, Asheville\, North Carolina\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T235900
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
CREATED:20240920T141107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T160811Z
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SUMMARY:MountainTrue ONLINE Fall Native Plant & Shrub Sale with pick up in ASHEVILLE\, NC opens October 1st at 9 am
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE! The FALL ONLINE Native Shrub & Plant Sale for Asheville\, NC area opens on October 1st at 9 am. Give your yards and gardens a little local love with our Fall ONLINE Native Shrub & Plant Sale (with pick-ups in Asheville\, NC). Choose from several native perennial species and shrubs\, including azaleas\, ornamental native plants\, pollinator species\, and those particularly beneficial to wildlife. All plants are sourced locally from Carolina Native Nursery. We anticipate some items selling out quickly so don’t wait to place your order! \nOrders will be accepted online from October 1-31st\, while supplies last. You must pay for the order at the time you submit it in order to secure your species and size of choice. Then\, pick up your order in Asheville\, NC on Tuesday\, November 19th from 3-6 pm. Pick-up location coming soon.\n**MUST pick up on Nov. 19th unless prior arrangements have been made by emailing amy@mountaintrue.org. Early pick-up is not available. Items will not be delivered until the morning of Nov. 19th. (If you can’t pick up on that date\, consider asking a friend or family member to pick up on your behalf). \nNative shrubs and perennials are a vital component of healthy streams and lakes. They help prevent erosion\, filter pollution from runoff\, and provide food and shelter for wildlife. MountainTrue staff and volunteers spend significant time and resources removing nonnative invasive plants along streams and lake shorelines to protect water quality and ensure that the native vegetation stays healthy.  \n**Please note: several of these plants and shrubs may be “dormant” or cut back. This is normal and not a cause for concern. Here is an article explaining dormancy in plants. \nFor the full species descriptions or to sign up to receive an email notification when the sale goes live\, please visit the event page. \nPlants that are found here inspire a “sense of place” and pride in our mountain communities and promote wise stewardship and conservation of natural resources. For questions related to these or other native and invasive plant species\, email Western Region Program Coordinator\, Tony Ward.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/mountaintrue-online-fall-native-plant-shrub-sale-with-pick-up-in-asheville-nc-opens-october-1st-at-9-am/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="MountainTrue":MAILTO:susan@mountaintrue.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T153000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
CREATED:20240816T153501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T135448Z
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SUMMARY:HEAL Conference
DESCRIPTION:Carolina Resource Center for Eating Disorders (CRC\nfor ED) and Mountain Area Health Education Center\n(MAHEC) are pleased to present the 2024 HEAL\nConference. This program addresses disordered eating\nand eating disorders recovery by experts speaking\non the most current research and practices. Licensed\nclinical counselors\, mental health therapists\, nurses\,\nphysicians\, psychiatrists\, social workers\, dietitians\, other\nhealthcare professionals\, and the general public are\nencouraged to join us. The annual conference\, now in its\n17th year\, is expanding through collaboration between\nCRC for ED and MAHEC.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/heal-conference/
LOCATION:MAHEC Education Building\, 121 Hendersonville Road\, Asheville\, NC\, 28803\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carolina Resource Center for Eating Disorders":MAILTO:info@crcfored.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T190000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
CREATED:20240920T164552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T170032Z
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SUMMARY:GILT • Gallery Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:gilt (adjective) [ˈgilt] : covered with gold or gilt : of the color of gold \nArtist Nikoli Shaver (@_ilokin) showcases his body of work which combines scientific illustration with the ornate – pairing the beauty of florals and the precision of man made objects. The collection features works in watercolor\, gouache\, epoxy\, and gold leaf. On view October 4th – 31st at Izzy’s Coffee Den Downtown.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/gilt-gallery-exhibit/
LOCATION:74 N Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, NC 28801\, 74 N Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
CREATED:20240924T194542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T003046Z
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SUMMARY:"Be Real" Gallery Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:“Be Real” is an art exhibition dedicated to celebrating the beauty\, intricacy\, and precision of realism in art. Realism\, with its attention to detail and commitment to portraying subjects as they truly appear\, offers a window into the artist’s meticulous observation and technical skill. This exhibition invites artists to submit works that capture the essence of reality\, whether through lifelike portraits\, detailed landscapes\, or intricate still life. “Be Real” aims to showcase the power of realism to evoke emotion\, tell stories\, and connect viewers with the tangible world. \nThis gallery exhibit is free and open to the public October 4th – 25th. Monday – Friday from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/be-real-gallery-exhibit/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Center for the Arts\, 225 W. State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T171500
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
CREATED:20240920T003812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T160758Z
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SUMMARY:Beer Flight Drag Queen Bar Crawl Tour + VIP After Party Seating
DESCRIPTION:📱 Smartphone tickets ⚡ Instant access to your tickets ⏳ Duration: up to 2 hours 👉 Available in English Dive into Asheville’s exclusive drag queen bar hop\, “Beer Flight”! Picture this: sipping on the finest craft beers\, wines\, and sours with a side of belly laughs courtesy of the funniest drag queen in town
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/beer-flight-drag-queen-bar-crawl-tour-vip-after-party-seating/
LOCATION:Highland Brewing Downtown Taproom\, 56 Patton Avenue Suite 200\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fever":MAILTO:fever@eventvesta.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T183000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
CREATED:20240924T194353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T003056Z
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SUMMARY:"Be Real" Gallery Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Stop by to meet the artists and enjoy some light refreshments. This event is free and open to the public! \n“Be Real” is an art exhibition dedicated to celebrating the beauty\, intricacy\, and precision of realism in art. Realism\, with its attention to detail and commitment to portraying subjects as they truly appear\, offers a window into the artist’s meticulous observation and technical skill. This exhibition invites artists to submit works that capture the essence of reality\, whether through lifelike portraits\, detailed landscapes\, or intricate still life. “Be Real” aims to showcase the power of realism to evoke emotion\, tell stories\, and connect viewers with the tangible world.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/be-real-gallery-opening-reception/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Center for the Arts\, 225 W. State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T190000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
CREATED:20240822T190848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240824T164052Z
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SUMMARY:Poetry Reading with Wayne Caldwell: River Road
DESCRIPTION:Wayne Caldwell will visit City Lights on Friday\, October 4th at 6:00pm to read from his new poetry collection\, River Road.  \nRiver Road is a collection of narrative poems in the voice of Susan McFalls\, writing from her new home in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. \nWayne Caldwell\, author of Cataloochee\, returns to North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains to continue the story of Susan McFalls\, who is left on Mount Pisgah after the death of her dear friend and neighbor Posey Green. These poems follow Susan as she moves to and renovates an old house on River Road\, vividly bringing to life the wild and beautiful land and culture of the Blue Ridge and the cherished memories and new friends that continue to anchor her to this special place. \nRiver Road is a companion to Caldwell’s first poetry collection\, Woodsmoke\, and while the two can stand alone\, together they paint a fuller picture of friendship\, loss\, and the ways in which lives are shaped by the North Carolina mountains. \nWayne Caldwell is the author of the novels Cataloochee (2007) and Requiem by Fire (2010) and the poetry collection Woodsmoke (2021). He has won the Thomas Wolfe Memorial Literary Award from the Western North Carolina Historical Association\, and the James Still Award from the Fellowship of Southern Writers. He lives with his wife\, Mary\, just west of Asheville\, on land that has been in her family since 1831. In his spare time\, he works up firewood.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/poetry-reading-with-wayne-caldwell-river-road/
LOCATION:City Lights Bookstore\, 3 E Jackson St.\, Sylva\, 28779
ORGANIZER;CN="City Lights Bookstore":MAILTO:more@citylightsnc.com
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SUMMARY:Sustainable Happiness AVL
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Woodfin YMCA on the first Thursday of the month for this community group that focuses on positive psychology and practical guidance to help cultivate joy\, friendships\, and relationships! \nThis group is open to all and free.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/sustainable-happiness-avl-3/
LOCATION:Woodfin YMCA\, 40 N Merrimon Ave\, Ste. 101\, Asheville\, 28804
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T210000
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SUMMARY:The 12th Annual Haunted Trail at The Adventure Center of AVL
DESCRIPTION:Asheville Plays is eeeek!cited to announce the 12th annual Haunted Trail; Asheville’s only family friendly haunt! This event is ideal for Halloween lovers of all ages\, 3-12 being the suggested age range. The Adventure Center of Asheville is the host of this one of a kind live outdoor theatrical experience where guests are promised an entirely immersive and interactive spooky night out while also ensuring no contact. Every year the show is loved by boils and ghouls from all over WNC and we hope to see you there! For younger guests who still aren’t sure about being scared\, even for fun\, a “Sweet Peek Tour’ is offered nightly at 6:45 pm. The trail is actor free at this time and they can decide if they would like to re enter the line and receive the full show. The Treetop Adventure Park Aerial Glow Trail is available for purchase for guests 4 years or older to enjoy at this event! Climb on two aerial trails while they are illuminated with thousands of colorful twinkle and laser lights. If you want to enjoy both of these amazing activities\, combo passes are available and WILL sell out\, so make sure you reserve your tickets early! *The Haunted Trail does not sell out\, however the entrance closes at 9 pm. Don’t miss PIRATES COVE! Featuring a 30 ft Pirate Ship Escape Room- Test ‘yer wit mateys! 10 voyages available nightly for purchase (groups of up to 6 per voyage) Live Mermaid Encounter with photo opportunity. Pirate activities including a walk the plank obstacle course and shark feeding In addition to the Haunted & Aerial Glow Trails and Pirates Cove\, there will be an entire festival with games\, local vendors\, and Mellow Mushroom pizza. Scare you there!\nOctober 4-5-11-12-18-19-20-24-25-26-27 6-9 pm
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-12th-annual-haunted-trail-at-the-adventure-center-of-avl/
LOCATION:Adventure Center of Asheville\, 85 Expo Drive\, Asheville\, 28787
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Plays!":MAILTO:ashevilleplaystoday@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T203000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
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SUMMARY:Cirque Kalabanté presents Afrique en Cirque
DESCRIPTION:In bursts of vivid color\, acrobats expertly execute gravity-defying moves to the exhilarating beat of live music\, somersaulting in sync with the percussive rhythms of Afro-Jazz. Truly a circus experience like no other\, this production by company founder Yamoussa Bangoura vibrates with all the strength\, agility and energy of daily life in Guinea\, Bangoura’s native home and greatest inspiration.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/cirque-kalabante-presents-afrique-en-cirque/
LOCATION:Wortham Center for the Performing Arts\, 18 Biltmore Ave.\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wortham Center for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:boxoffice@worthamarts.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
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SUMMARY:Comedy at Catawba: Drew Morgan (early show)
DESCRIPTION:Every Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we bring you Drew Morgan from Los Angeles! \nDrew Morgan is a comedian\, writer and actor from hills that put the East in Tennessee. He tours internationally as a member of the wellRED comedy tour. Drew has been featured on Comedy Central\, MTV\, ABC’s The View\, and is co-author of the best selling political comedy book The Liberal Redneck Manifesto. \nHis award winning podcasts wellRED and Into the Abiscuit have been streamed over a million times. He is a good dancer. \nages 18+ \nearly show doors at 6:30\, show at 7pm\nlate show doors at 8:45\, show at 9:15pm \nTickets $18\, premium seating $23* \n*premium seating is the front three rows with tables and complimentary snack
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/comedy-at-catawba-drew-morgan-early-show/
LOCATION:Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville\, 32 Banks Avenue\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T230000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100100
CREATED:20240829T190732Z
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SUMMARY:Comedy at Catawba: Drew Morgan (late show)
DESCRIPTION:Every Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we bring you Drew Morgan from Los Angeles! \nDrew Morgan is a comedian\, writer and actor from hills that put the East in Tennessee. He tours internationally as a member of the wellRED comedy tour. Drew has been featured on Comedy Central\, MTV\, ABC’s The View\, and is co-author of the best selling political comedy book The Liberal Redneck Manifesto. \nHis award winning podcasts wellRED and Into the Abiscuit have been streamed over a million times. He is a good dancer. \nages 18+ \nearly show doors at 6:30\, show at 7pm\nlate show doors at 8:45\, show at 9:15pm \nTickets $18\, premium seating $23* \n*premium seating is the front three rows with tables and complimentary snack
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/comedy-at-catawba-drew-morgan-late-show/
LOCATION:Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville\, 32 Banks Avenue\, Asheville\, 28801
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