BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//The Laurel of Asheville - ECPv6.3.7//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:The Laurel of Asheville
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Laurel of Asheville
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20280312T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20281105T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20290311T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20291104T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20300310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20301103T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300901T170000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20250927T234130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T133739Z
UID:84318-1758970800-1914512400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:New Glass Studio in Old Fort
DESCRIPTION:Arrowhead Art Gallery & Studios in Old Fort\, NC\, kicks off the grand opening of the newly designated Design Glass Studio for learning. Equipment includes a glass kiln\, cutting room\, hand tools\, and supplies needed for independent study. The October stained-glass classes include a Moravian Star and a Star Suncatcher. Learn how to fuse glass with classes on glass tiles and a beautiful woodland tree ambiance light. Each month\, new classes will be offered\, and information can be found on the Arrowhead Art Gallery & Studios website at arrowheadart.org
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/new-glass-studio-in-old-fort/
LOCATION:Arrowhead Gallery and Studios\, 77 Catawba Ave.\,\, Old Fort\, 28762
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Glass-Studio-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Arrowhead Artists &amp%3B Artisans League":MAILTO:galleryarrowheadart@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T180000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260331T164219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T170843Z
UID:90899-1772186400-1790445600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Craft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft
DESCRIPTION:The word craft-itarianism was coined by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez to name artistic projects that generate employment\, raise awareness\, or offer therapeutic support through craft. These programs provide a space where people affected by addiction\, incarceration\, and gun violence can find solidarity while learning a skill. \nCraft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft celebrates nonprofits and artists who believe in—and actively practice—the power of craft to support and empower individuals and communities.  \nThis exhibition was curated by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez. Launched in 2017\, the Curatorial Fellowship supports emerging curators exploring new ideas about craft with mentorship\, professional development\, and a $5\,000 honorarium to realize an exhibition. \nOn view February 27\, 2026–September 27\, 2026
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/craft-itarianism-community-action-through-craft/
LOCATION:Center for Craft 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, NC 28801\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Craft-itarianism_installation-view-3_Credit_Emmanuel-Figaro.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Craft":MAILTO:info@craftcreativitydesign.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T123000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260126T154318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T004803Z
UID:87737-1772363700-1790512200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Mellow Vinyasa at HapBE Valley Equine & Wellness Farm
DESCRIPTION:Taught on our serene 800-square-foot yoga deck overlooking the horses and majestic Western North Carolina mountains\, this 75-minute mindful\, medium-paced Vinyasa class offers a truly immersive and rejuvenating experience. If inclement weather class is taught in the big barn. \nDesigned to awaken your energy while maintaining a steady\, accessible pace\, this practice offers a balanced workout that strengthens\, engages both muscles and fascia\, and revitalizes.  In Sanskrit\, “Vinyasa” means “special placement\,” reflecting the intentional movement and connection with the breath that forms the foundation of this practice. With flowing sequences and moments of guided meditation\, each posture invites you to deepen your awareness and presence.  Through mindful transitions\, meditative pauses\, and the perfect interplay of effort and ease\, you’ll create space to connect deeply with yourself and the present moment. Ideal for those seeking a dynamic yet calming practice\, this class will leave you refreshed\, centered\, and peacefully energized—all while surrounded by the natural beauty and serenity of our breathtaking environment and the energy of the herd.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/mellow-vinyasa-at-hapbe-valley-equine-wellness-farm/
LOCATION:NC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Copy-of-Copy-of-hapbe-ig-posts.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260317T233154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T234125Z
UID:90308-1776002400-1797177600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Free Art Class for Adults!
DESCRIPTION:The Free Adult Art classes are taught by Gallery Instructors who volunteer their time as a way to thank the community and share their love of Art! \nClass meets on the second Sunday of each month from 2:00 – 4:00\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/free-art-class-for-adults/
LOCATION:Arrowhead Gallery and Studios\, 77 Catawba Ave.\,\, Old Fort\, 28762
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Adult-class-march-3.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Arrowhead Artists &amp%3B Artisans League":MAILTO:galleryarrowheadart@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260317T231735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T234143Z
UID:90299-1777903200-1797177600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Free Art Class for Kids!
DESCRIPTION:The Free Art Class for kids happens on the first Sunday of every month from 2 pm to 4 pm.  The classes use different media and are taught by volunteer artists who want to share their love of Art with others! \nAll supplies will be provided.\nJoin us for an afternoon of fun and learning! \nMUST REGISTER ONLINE BEFORE CLASS
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/free-art-class-for-kids/
LOCATION:Arrowhead Gallery and Studios\, 77 Catawba Ave.\,\, Old Fort\, 28762
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Kids-Art-Class.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Arrowhead Artists &amp%3B Artisans League":MAILTO:galleryarrowheadart@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T170000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260806T193406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T133952Z
UID:96096-1786129200-1790787600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:World Without End
DESCRIPTION:World Without End\nPainting and sculpture by Severn Eaton\nPUSH Gallery\n25 Patton Ave. \nOpening Fri. Aug 7.  7-10pm\nShow runs through Sept. 30.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/world-without-end/
LOCATION:Push Skate Shop\, 25 Patton Ave\, Asheville\, 28801
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/PUSHflyer-2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260828
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260615T212720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T160409Z
UID:93842-1787875200-1789862399@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:The Odd Couple - Flat Rock Playhouse - 8/28-9/19
DESCRIPTION:Pour a drink and duck for cover — domestic bliss is about to get messy. \nMeet Felix: impeccably pressed\, emotionally distressed\, and suddenly single. Meet Oscar: charmingly rumpled\, habitually late\, and blissfully allergic to coasters. When Felix moves in with his old pal Oscar after a marital meltdown\, neatness meets nonsense\, and the sparks fly. \nAshtrays overflow\, tempers flare\, and laughter fills the living room in Neil Simon’s effervescent comedy of friendship\, forgiveness\, and the fine art of driving each other crazy.  \nThe Odd Couple is a classic cocktail of chaos and charm. Proof that opposites attract… so long as they don’t share a kitchen. \nEvent Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-odd-couple-flat-rock-playhouse-8-28-9-19/
LOCATION:Flat Rock Playhouse\,  2661 Greenville Highway\, Flat Rock\, NC\, 28731\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/theoddcouple.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260810T145311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T192558Z
UID:96175-1788260400-1790784000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Drop-In Jewelry Making!
DESCRIPTION:Join us in our downtown jewelry studio and create a piece of jewelry you’ll be proud to wear! Choose from a variety of projects\, including rings\, earrings\, charms\, pendants\, and more. You’ll personalize your design with your own creative touches while learning basic jewelry-making techniques in a fun\, welcoming environment. \nWhether you’re making a keepsake for yourself or a meaningful handmade gift\, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind piece and the satisfaction of saying\, “I made that!” \n*Drop in starting at 1pm. Arrive by 3 to be sure you have time to complete the piece you want! \nPrices start at just $25 and vary by project\, with options available in sterling silver\, brass\, and a selection of gemstones. \nKid-friendly! Suitable for ages 6 and up. Younger participants or certain projects may require assistance from a parent or guardian to ensure everyone stays safe while creating. \nGreat for couples\, bridemaid parties\, girls time out\, and everyone in between!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/drop-in-jewelry-making/
LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 84 W Walnut St Unit A\, Asheville\, 28801
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/157445-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Jewelry Studios":MAILTO:info@ignitejewelrystudios.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T123000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260810T141221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T192628Z
UID:96173-1788516000-1790339400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Mixed Metal Mountain Bracelet
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Ignite Jewelry Studios in downtown Asheville for a hands-on brass and silver bracelet workshop. You’ll choose your design\, then solder (yep with a torch)\, sand\, polish\, and more. By the end\, you’ll leave feeling rather accomplished\, having created your own piece using traditional metalsmithing tools and techniques—all guided by a skilled instructor. This is a great couples activity\, unique bachelorette experience\, team building event\, or solo excursion in downtown AVL. *Workshop takes 2.5 hours +/- **Ages 12-14 A parent/guardian must sign safety waiver and also take the workshop ***Ages 15-17 must have a parent or guardian sign the safety waiver $185/person
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/mixed-metal-mountain-bracelet-4/
LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 84 W Walnut St Unit A\, Asheville\, 28801
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/image-57.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Jewelry Studios":MAILTO:info@ignitejewelrystudios.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T121500
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260810T142958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T192635Z
UID:96178-1788602400-1790424900@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Hammered Wide Band Ring
DESCRIPTION:Join us in this hands on class where you will make a hammered sterling silver wide band ring. One of Ignite’s fabulous instructors will take you through the process step by step including soldering\, shaping\, hammering\, and finishing your ring. These also make great wedding bands! Come make your own wedding bands (or each other’s) in our fully equipped studio. Or just take this as a fun make-and-take in our amazing maker space. This class is a little taste of what it’s like to make jewelry as a profession. You’ll leave with a beautiful ring made to size in our downtown Asheville metalsmithing studio. $120 includes all materials Arrive 15 minutes early to sign the safety waiver and get settled. *Convenient parking is available just below the studio in either the Harrah’s Parking Garage or Rankin Parking Garage\, 1st hour is free!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/hammered-wide-band-ring-8/
LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 84 W Walnut St Unit A\, Asheville\, 28801
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/image-58.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Jewelry Studios":MAILTO:info@ignitejewelrystudios.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260730T224542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T162202Z
UID:95807-1789155000-1789916400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner
DESCRIPTION:A powerful American classic returns to Asheville for a second season—bringing exceptional theater\, culture\, and community together at one of the nation’s most historic African American cultural institutions. \nPresented by Table & Mic Studios\, a subsidiary of Eagle Market Street Development Corporation\, CDC\, Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner returns with an outstanding\, seasoned professional cast for its second year performing this celebrated American classic. \nExperience an unforgettable evening at the YMI Cultural Center—the oldest African American cultural center in the United States—where history\, storytelling\, and live performance come together.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/guess-whos-coming-to-dinner-8/
LOCATION:YMI Cultural Center\, 39 S. Market Street\, Asheville \, 28801
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/GuessWhosComingToDinner.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Caleb Owolabi":MAILTO:caleb080@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260810T145820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T192659Z
UID:96188-1789470000-1789819200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Golf Ball Marker/Jewelry Making Drop-In Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Ignite Jewelry Studios and create a custom golf ball marker—or a unique piece of jewelry to commemorate your visit! Choose from special golf-themed stamps and create something that reflects your own style. Pricing starts at $25 for a brass ball marker\, or upgrade to silver and/or personalize it including sterling silver\, gemstones\, and more. Whether you’re a golf lover or simply looking for a fun\, hands-on creative experience\, you’ll leave with something you made yourself—and something you’ll love to keep! This is a Drop-In Workshop available Sept 15/16th/17th Tuesday-Thursday 11-4 and also Saturday Sept 19th from 1-4!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/golf-ball-marker-jewelry-making-drop-in-workshop/
LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 84 W Walnut St Unit A\, Asheville\, 28801
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/image-60-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Jewelry Studios":MAILTO:info@ignitejewelrystudios.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T154500
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260810T144610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T192706Z
UID:96182-1789477200-1789832700@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Silver Stacking Rings with Gemstone
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand\, but with a twist! Join us to make this set of 3 stacking rings in our downtown Asheville jewelry maker studio. You will make your 3 rings then add a tube setting to one\, and finish by setting a gemstone of your choosing. You’ll finish the rings with a custom textured pattern and they’ll polish to a beautiful finish. Leave with the set of rings you made yourself! Includes a CZ of your choice or gemstone upgrades may be available upon request $125 includes all materials *Ages 12 and up\, great for couples\, bridesmaids and solo makers. No experience needed!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/silver-stacking-rings-with-gemstone-2/
LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 84 W Walnut St Unit A\, Asheville\, 28801
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/image-59.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Jewelry Studios":MAILTO:info@ignitejewelrystudios.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T113000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260715T202650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T233742Z
UID:95089-1789812000-1789817400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:The Art of Wellbeing: Therapeutic Art Making in the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Art has the power to heal\, restore\, and reconnect us to what matters most. Join us at the Asheville Art Museum for a guided art-making session led by a registered art therapist\, designed to explore how art can be a tool to nurture your mental and emotional wellbeing. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or have never picked up a paintbrush\, come as you are and leave feeling refreshed. Join Alexis for sessions on August 15\, September 19\, and December 19. \nDr. C. Alexis Decosimo is a licensed mental health clinician\, registered art therapist\, and Doctor of Public Health. She specializes in helping children\, families\, and individuals access healing through blending therapeutic artmaking and evidence-based approaches including EMDR\, cognitive behavioral therapy\, and person-centered approaches.\nShe believes in meeting clients where they are\, drawing on creative modalities to open pathways to healing that talk therapy alone may not reach. Her clinical work is deeply informed by over a decade of international experience building mental health programs in some of the world’s most under-resourced settings\, giving her a grounded\, adaptive\, and culturally sensitive approach to care.\nIn her Asheville practice\, she brings that same commitment to accessible\, ethical\, and community-rooted mental health support to help clients process trauma\, build resilience\, and find their footing through the power of expressive therapy.   For more information follow: Ashevillearttherapy.com
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-art-of-wellbeing-therapeutic-art-making-in-the-museum-3/
LOCATION:Asheville Art Museum\, 2 S Pack Square\, Asheville\, 28801
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/AF2024-Insta-Drafts-Presentation-e1732724872483-768x426-1-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Art Museum":MAILTO:npage@ashevilleart.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260122T161402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T174357Z
UID:87637-1789812000-1789920000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Heritage Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Appalachian heritage at this free\, family-friendly event at the Folk Art Center. Enjoy live demonstrations by regional craft artists showcasing traditional skills and techniques\, plus a hands-on kids’ activity table\, presented by the Southern Highland Craft Guild.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/heritage-weekend/
LOCATION:Folk Art Center\, Blue Ridge Parkway\, Asheville\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-graphics-08.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260312T175619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T112740Z
UID:90027-1789819200-1789833600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:ENCOUNTERS WITH CREATIVES – JOHN DAVIS HELD\, ORIGINAL OIL AND PASTEL ARTIST
DESCRIPTION:(FREE) John Davis Held will be available to share his process in creating original oil and pastel paintings\, as he probes the extraordinary and sacred mystery in his work. \nIn his many travels\, John spent several months living in an African Hut before hitch-hiking across Europe to paint the cathedrals\, castles\, and countryside. John’s oil paintings are strongly influenced by the Hudson River School\, the Luminism movement\, and the masters of the Renaissance. His pastels\, with their beautiful pure pigments\, are like no other artist’s. All of his work is known for having a strong sense of light and peace. He currently draws inspiration from the wildlife in Western North Carolina which include visiting bears\, extraordinary birds\, his beautiful wife\, and their four cats.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/encounters-with-creatives-john-davis-held-original-oil-and-pastel-artist/
LOCATION:Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio\, 51 West Main Street\, Brevard\, NC\, 28712\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/John-Davis-Held-Photo.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Lucy Clark Gallery &amp%3B Studio":MAILTO:Lucy@lucyclarkgallery.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260709T144555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T174729Z
UID:94811-1789819200-1789923600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:ASAP 2026 Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:ASAP’s 2026 Farm Tour is Sept. 19–20\, 12–5 p.m. Choose from 18 WNC farms to visit over two days. Take a tour\, taste local foods\, interact with farm animals\, pick your own fruits and flowers\, and so much more! These farms showcase the diversity of agriculture in the region\, from vegetables to animals\, orchards to homesteads\, and are all located within an hour of Asheville. The Farm Tour is a family-friendly event and a great outing for visitors of all ages\, abilities\, and interests. Purchase your advance pass (good for all passengers of a single vehicle) online for $35. Learn more at asapconnections.org.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/asap-2026-farm-tour/
LOCATION:NC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/ASAPs-Farm-Tour-square.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260727T193740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T105920Z
UID:95688-1789826400-1789833600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:FREE PATIO SHOW: We Have Ignition
DESCRIPTION:– FREE SHOW\n– ALL AGES\n– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE\n– DONATIONS FOR THE ARTISTS ENCOURAGED! VENMO: @RLMARTIN71 \nWE HAVE IGNITION\nWe Have Ignition plays high energy original instrumental music. The band was founded by RL Martin on guitar with original members Jeff Manson on bass and Nick Harvey on drums. The bands influences stem from artists such as Man or Astro – Man?\, The Dead Kennedy’s\, Devo\, and Dick Dale among others.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/free-patio-show-we-have-ignition/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/150108-FREE-PATIO-SHOW-We-Have-Ignition.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260805T185052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T134121Z
UID:96073-1789826400-1789833600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:FREE PATIO SHOW: We Have Ignition
DESCRIPTION:– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE\n– DONATIONS FOR THE ARTISTS ENCOURAGED! VENMO: @RLMARTIN71 \nWE HAVE IGNITION\nWe Have Ignition plays high energy original instrumental music. The band was founded by RL Martin on guitar with original members Jeff Manson on bass and Nick Harvey on drums. The bands influences stem from artists such as Man or Astro – Man?\, The Dead Kennedy’s\, Devo\, and Dick Dale among others.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/free-patio-show-we-have-ignition-2/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/157154-FREE-PATIO-SHOW-We-Have-Ignition.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T163000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260717T000430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T210511Z
UID:95166-1789826400-1789835400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:AfroRhythm Series 9.13
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a powerful afternoon of rhythm\, culture\, and artistry that resonates deep within the soul.\nPart of our Afro Rhythm series produced by Chinobay and White Horse Black Mountain.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/afrorhythm-series-9-13/
LOCATION:The White Horse Black Mountain\, 105 Montreat Road\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Afro-Rhythm-Series-Web-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T200000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260718T004052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T210521Z
UID:95177-1789840800-1789848000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:APLR Presents: Jane Kramer
DESCRIPTION:APLR Presents: Jane Kramer \nSaturday\, September 19th\, 2026 \nAyurPrana Listening Room – 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC 28806 \nDoors 6PM || Show 7 PM \nJane Kramer \nLauded by UK music reviewer Three Chords and the Truth as sounding like she was “…born to bohemian poets and raised in the mountains by Emmylou Harris\,” Asheville\, North Carolina songstress Jane Kramer has garnered international recognition for the heartrending originality of her vocals and the heavy-hitting lyrical eloquence of her songwriting. \nWith deep roots in the musical traditions\, culture\, and lore of her beloved Appalachia\, Kramer’s songs are introspective\, gracefully gritty\, and fiercely memorable. While her recorded songs have held fast on folk and roots radio DJ charts for months at a time\, Kramer’s live performances are equally as poignant and engaging\, artfully lifting the veil between audience and performer with bittersweet—and often humorous—recognition of our flawed human experience. \nKramer has been touring and recording nationally and internationally for over a decade\, playing for enchanted audiences in listening rooms\, theaters\, festivals\, living rooms\, hospice centers\, prisons\, and arts councils alike. This has gained her a loyal following from the southeastern U.S.\, where she calls home\, to Portland\, Oregon\, Scotland\, and Florence\, Italy. \nA mother\, former social worker\, domestic violence crisis counselor\, and avid humanitarian\, Kramer continues to perform and teach about the songwriting process in prisons\, shelters for the unhoused\, programs for at-risk youth\, and even animal rescues\, sharing her message of music as a powerful tool for healing\, connection\, and compassion. \nQuoted as “…an artist on the rise” by acclaimed American songwriter Mary Gauthier and “one of the purest voices in modern Americana” by Blue Ridge Outdoors\, Kramer has performed with Joan Osborne\, Amy Ray of the Indigo Girls\, Leyla McCalla\, The Steep Canyon Rangers\, Sarah Siskind\, Gretchen Peters\, Malcolm Holcombe\, Josh Goforth\, Verlon Thompson\, and Shawn Mullins. \nMoon & Mother\, her fourth full-length album and first release of new music in six years\, was recorded at Echo Mountain Studios in Asheville\, NC. The album shows the artist reaching new levels of mastery with her songwriting craft while showcasing surprising new power and agility with the effervescent instrument of her voice. \nWorking with producer Lillie Syracuse allowed Kramer to push the edges of her folk identity and infused the album with a more expansive\, lush\, and nuanced soundscape\, resulting in a ten-song collection of Kramer’s strongest\, most mature\, and compelling work yet. \nThe album explores themes of motherhood\, marriage\, reclaiming self and artistry amidst those responsibilities\, and the loss of Kramer’s beloved mother early in her own motherhood journey. \nPulling from some of Asheville’s most accomplished and renowned musicians\, Kramer’s band includes Chris Rosser and River Guerguerian of Free Planet Radio\, Matthew Smith (Amy Ray Band\, The Honeycutters)\, Duane Simpson and Jake Wolf (MAMA\, Dirty Logic)\, and Franklin Keel (Asheville Symphony Orchestra). The full band will celebrate the early release of Moon & Mother with a performance of the complete record on September 19\, 2026\, at AyurPrana Listening Room in Asheville\, NC. \nPhysical copies of the album on vinyl and CD will be available at the show\, and the album will be available on streaming platforms worldwide in October. \nAll ages\nTickets only sold through DICE.\nPay What You Can Ticket Pricing – Support Local Artist\n$15 ($18.19)\n$20 ($23.70)\n$25 ($29.21)\n$30  ($34.72)\n$50 ($56.76)
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/aplr-presents-jane-kramer/
LOCATION:AyurPrana Listening Room\, 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Jane-Kramer.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T213000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260813T171522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T112447Z
UID:96346-1789844400-1789853400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:RAISING CANE - The Cherokee and Rivercane
DESCRIPTION:The world premiere of the Center for Cultural Preservation’s newest film on how rivercane is an environmental guardian and Cherokee cultural icon.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/raising-cane-the-cherokee-and-rivercane/
LOCATION:Blue Ridge Community College\, Bo Thomas Auditorium\, 180 W Campus Dr\, Flat Rock\, Henderson County\, North Carolina 28731\, Flat Rock\, NC\, 28731\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/raising-cane-base-art-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Cultural Preservation":MAILTO:gdonald216@att.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T213000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260722T160251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T211541Z
UID:95481-1789846200-1789853400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:The Misfit Improv Long-Form Comedy Show
DESCRIPTION:Asheville’s top improvisers perform long-form improv—full stories and characters sparked by a single audience suggestion. Each Misfit team brings its own style\, creating sharp\, surprising worlds in real time.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-misfit-improv-long-form-comedy-show-4/
LOCATION:NC Stage\, 15 Stage Lane\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/misfit-long-form-image-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Misfit Improv":MAILTO:info@misfitimprov.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T213000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260731T182053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T124050Z
UID:95839-1789846200-1789853400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Tryon Little Theater's "Something's Afoot
DESCRIPTION:Musical Theater
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/tryon-little-theaters-somethings-afoot-3/
LOCATION:Tryon Little Theater Workshop\, 516 S. Trade St.\, Tryon\, 28782
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/0-1-3.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Tryon Little Theater":MAILTO:monijones@charter.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T220000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260624T203032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T171901Z
UID:94283-1789848000-1789855200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Gluten-Free Comedy: Fall Harvest Edition
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and all your local favorites! \nThis Saturday we have Gluten-Free Comedy: Blueberry Mosaic Edition at Ginger’s Revenge. Enjoy a cold pint of ginger beer while you laugh it up with Modelface Comedy \nages 18+\ndoors at 7:30\, show at 8pm \nTickets $18 GA\, $23 premium seating
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/gluten-free-comedy-fall-harvest-edition/
LOCATION:Ginger’s Revenge\, 829 Riverside Drive\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/13762.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T220000
DTSTAMP:20260825T174510
CREATED:20260727T191211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T105928Z
UID:95685-1789848000-1789855200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Sean Hayes
DESCRIPTION:SEATED SHOW\nLIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLE \nSEAN HAYES\nSean Hayes is a San Francisco Bay Area-based singer-songwriter known for a unique\, gritty blend of folk\, soul\, and R&B-inflected roots music. His sound has been described as dusty\, warm\, and effortless\, featuring a gravelly\, soulful voice that blends intimate storytelling with danceable rhythms. \nHayes has collaborated and toured with artists including Aimee Mann\, Frazey Ford\, Charley Crockett\, Jolie Holland\, The Wood Brothers\, Ani DiFranco and The Cold War Kids among many more; his work has been remixed by house DJ Mark Farina and featured on NPR\, NBC and HBO. Known for his raw vocals and timeless songs\, Hayes has built a loyal following across the country\, whether stripped-down or with a full-band\, his shows are simply a night of good music.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/sean-hayes/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/150111-Sean-Hayes.jpeg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR