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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T135638
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:20260828T135638
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:20260828T135638
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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 S Pack Square\, Asheville\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T180000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
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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 S Pack Square\, Asheville\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
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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:20240913T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T180000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
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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 S Pack Square\, Asheville\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
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:20260828T135638
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:20241030T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T180000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241213T212643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T212643Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibition | American Made: Paintings and Sculpture from the DeMell Jacobsen Collection
DESCRIPTION:American Made: Paintings and Sculpture from the DeMell Jacobsen Collection features more than 70 works of art by renowned American artists. American Made beautifully illustrates distinctive styles and thought-provoking art explored by American artists over the past two centuries. The exhibition begins with Colonial-era portraits by masters\, such as Benjamin West\, Thomas Sully\, and Sarah Miriam Peale\, and then moves on to highlight the development of mid-19th-century landscape painting. \nImage: John Frederick Kensett (American\, 1816 – 72)\, “Singing Beach & Eagle Rock\, Magnolia\, Massachusetts\,” 1864\, oil on canvas. Courtesy of the Thomas H. and Diane DeMell Jacobsen PhD Foundation.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/exhibition-american-made-paintings-and-sculpture-from-the-demell-jacobsen-collection/
LOCATION:Asheville Art Museum\, 2 S Pack Square\, Asheville\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T180000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241213T202704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T212840Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibition | Anti Form: Robert Morris’s Earth Projects
DESCRIPTION:The Asheville Art Museum presents Anti Form: Robert Morris’s Earth Projects. The suite of lithographic drawings by Robert Morris presents a series of ideas for ten works of art shaped out of earth\, atmospheric conditions\, and built environments. Created in 1969\, the series marks an important moment when artists began to reimagine what art could be. Morris was a pioneer in conceptual art working at the forefront of Minimalism\, Process art\, and Land art.  \nImage: Robert Morris\, “Piles and Pits\,” from the “Earth Projects” series\, 1969\, color lithograph\, 20 13/16 × 27 7/8 inches. Museum purchase\, 2006.22.07.61d. © 2024 The Estate of Robert Morris / Artists Rights Society (ARS)\, New York.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/exhibition-anti-form-robert-morriss-earth-projects/
LOCATION:Asheville Art Museum\, 2 S Pack Square\, Asheville\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T233000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241124T164516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T190259Z
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SUMMARY:Nina Howard\, Modern Artist - Raffle
DESCRIPTION:Folkmoot USA is pleased to offer an opportunity to own a gorgeous original painting created by modern abstract artist Nina Howard.   \nA long time supporter\, Ms. Howard has graciously donated her original piece of art to benefit the efforts of Folkmoot’s mission to share music and cultural education.  Valued at $3\,000\, this lovely 36” x 48” acrylic on canvas painting will be raffled off from November 8 through end of day December 12 with all proceeds going directly to Folkmoot USA.  Tickets are $5 each or five for $20.  The winning ticket will be drawn the week of December 16. \nRaffle Tickets – https://givebutter.com/q3kR6w \nThe raffle was to culminate September 26\, the night Nina completed the piece.  Unfortunately\, many interested art lovers were unable to attend due to Helene’s flash flooding.  Folkmoot decided to extend the raffle to those who missed the exhibit/fundraiser giving them a chance to win this magnificent piece of art.  Additionally\, your raffle ticket purchase will assist Folkmoot in realizing its goals.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/nina-howard-modern-artist-raffle/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241114T020459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T020459Z
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SUMMARY:Bachelor of Fine Arts Portfolio Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:This exhibition highlights their comprehensive course of study at WCU’s School of Art & Design and serves as a preface to their forthcoming careers as professional artists. The School of Art and Design’s Bachelor of Fine Art with an emphasis in Studio Art is created for students who wish to hone their focus more intensively on fine art and design. Completing the BFA curriculum will prepare students for a career or post-graduate study in art\, design\, or related disciplines. \nMuseum Hours:\nThe WCU Fine Art Museum exhibitions and events are free and open to the public. Standard Museum hours are Tuesday through Friday\, 10AM-4PM\, and Thursday\, 10AM-7PM. If you have any questions\, please call (828)227-ARTS. \nReception Details:\nCome early and listen as students present their work in BAC Room 130 from 4-5 pm. Reception for the exhibition will be held on Thursday\, November 14\, 2024 from 5-7PM. Light refreshments and drinks will be served at BAC’s Star Atrium. \nImage Credit: Samantha Taube\, Sacred Heart of Mary Altarpiece (detail)\, 2024\, oil and acrylic on wood\, yarn\, found objects\, air-dry clay\, 18.625 x 25.625 x 4 inches.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/bachelor-of-fine-arts-portfolio-exhibition-2/
LOCATION:WCU Bardo Arts Center\, 199 Centennial Drive\, Cullowhee\, NC\, 28723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241112T192438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T020519Z
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SUMMARY:Book Your Own Tour At PARI
DESCRIPTION:Come for a self guided tour and explore our museum! See how our telescopes work today\, and how they communicated with satellites long ago. Learn about historic NASA artifacts like our Apollo lander and real rocket engine. Take in the sparkle of mineral specimens and fossils from around the world. Discover the impact of meteorites of all types that fell to Earth. Delve into our dark fluorescent tunnel. \nBook a Private Guided Gallery Tour and learn how light is used to explore the night sky. See and touch objects that have been to space and meteorites that fell to Earth. View rocks and minerals that are beautiful and important to science. Explore our fluorescent tunnel. A PARI scientist will guide your experience.\nThis private tour is exclusive to your party. \nSelf Guided Tours or Private Guided Tours are often available on weekdays and some weekends. So long as another event\, field trip\, or private tour is not already scheduled\, we can likely accomodate your visit. Give us a call at 828-862-5554 to check availability.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/book-your-own-tour-at-pari/
LOCATION:The Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute\, 1 PARI Drive\, Rosman\, 28772
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ORGANIZER;CN="PARI":MAILTO:programs@pari.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T180000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241112T200017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T020525Z
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SUMMARY:Handcrafted Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Handcrafted Holiday Market\, a festive craft market with one-of-a-kind gifts and artwork! This market will run from November 21 through December 19\, and we invite you to help us open the market with our Holiday Reception on Wednesday\, November 20 from 6-8pm. Guests can enjoy holiday food\, drinks\, and music while shopping the market. Santa will also be joining us for those wanting a picture!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/handcrafted-holiday-market/
LOCATION:Tryon Arts & Crafts School\, 373 Harmon Field Rd.\, Tryon\, NC\, 28782\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tryon Arts &amp%3B Crafts School":MAILTO:administrator@tryonartsandcrafts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241129T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T210000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241112T160752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T020553Z
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SUMMARY:All Is Calm
DESCRIPTION:The Western Front\, Christmas\, 1914. Out of the violence a silence\, then a song. A German soldier steps into No Man’s Land singing “Stille Nacht.” Thus begins an extraordinary time of camaraderie\, music\, and peace. A remarkable true story\, told in the words and songs of the men who lived it. \n“A beautiful musical retelling of a World War I ceasefire\nwith gifts of music\, poetry\, and melody.”\n-New York Times \nShowtimes are 7:30pm for evening performances and 2pm for matinees. Please see our website for available showtimes and tickets\, which are being offered on a sliding scale so that everyone can enjoy theatre in the aftermath of Helene. If you cannot afford the lowest tier\, please reach out to our box office and we will work with you.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/all-is-calm/
LOCATION:NC Stage Company\, 15 Stage Ln\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Stage Company":MAILTO:ncstage@ncstage.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241105T161818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T180759Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Kenilworth Artists Open Studio Tour and Sale
DESCRIPTION:The artists of Kenilworth Artists Association are excited to reschedule its Annual Studio Tour and Sale after originally planning it for early October. We’ve taken a tumble\, but in spite of Hurricane Helene\, we will carry on and celebrate our good fortune. Artists will open their studios in the Kenilworth Neighborhood to showcase  works in oil\, watercolor\, acrylic\, gouache\, encaustic\, jewelry\, pottery\, glass\, fiber\, woodcraft\, mixed-media\, illustration\, photography\, paper and collage. Unique\, hand-made pieces perfect for holiday gifts and special occasions. Each artist will donate a portion of sales to Loving Food Resources\, a pantry serving WNC hospice and HIV/AIDS clients. Download a a map of the tour route at https://www.kenilworthartists.org/
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/2024-kenilworth-artists-open-studio-tour-and-sale/
LOCATION:Kenilworth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T133000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
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SUMMARY:STEAM Advent Calendar Family Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Family Workshop at AMOS! \nDesign\, decorate and create your own unique countdown calendars all about your STEAM interests! Work with AMOS educators to stock them with treats and gifts that will keep you full of surprises for the rest of the month!  \nDate: Sunday December 1st\, 2024\nTime: 10am-11:30am OR 12pm-1:30pm\nCost: $15 per person\, $7 for members  \n	*Each ticket includes an advent calendar and admission to the museum.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/steam-advent-calendar-family-workshop/
LOCATION:asheville museum of science\, 43 Patton Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28804\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Museum of Science":MAILTO:info@ashevillescience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T180000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241108T221143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T034825Z
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SUMMARY:Day With(out) Art
DESCRIPTION:Citizen Vinyl is proud to partner with Visual Aids for Day With(out) Art 2024 by presenting Red Reminds Me…\, a program of seven videos reflecting the emotional spectrum of living with HIV today. Join us on Sunday\, December 1\, at 4 p.m. for this World Aids Day event. Free! \nThe program features new work by Gian Cruz\, Milko Delgado\, Imani Harrington\, David Oscar Harvey\, Mariana Iacono and Juan De La Mar\, Nixie\, and Vasilios Papapitsios. \nA day of mourning and action that uses art to respond to the ongoing HIV and AIDS crisis\, Day With(out) Art encourages museums\, universities\, and art institutions to present related programming on or around December 1\, World AIDS Day. Because AIDS is not over!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/day-without-art/
LOCATION:Citizen Vinyl\, 14 O'Henry Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Citizen Vinyl":MAILTO:info@citizenvinyl.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241120T173441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T190450Z
UID:76088-1733077800-1733083200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Comedy for Community supporting WNCAP
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy Presents: Comedy For Community \nLocals supporting locals is the heart of Asheville.\nComedy for Community brings all your favorite local comedians together each week at Catawba Brewing to support the town we love through a variety of local charities and organizations. This month we are partnering with WNCAP (Western North Carolina Aids Project)!\nCome laugh and learn and support your neighbors. \nWNCAP’s mission is to provide equitable access to care and reduce harm from HIV\, Hepatitis C\, and drug use.\nWNCAP envisions a community free of HIV\, Hepatitis C\, and overdose deaths. \nWNCAP offers innovative age appropriate education programs and HIV/AIDS education materials for schools\, worksites & community groups \nWNCAP provides life-saving services to those impacted by HIV/AIDS. With your support\, we can build a healthier WNC for ALL while working to eliminate stigma around HIV and those who live and thrive with it. Together\, we can make the vision of a world without AIDS a reality. \nwww.wncap.org \nDoors: 6:00 PM\nShow: 6:30 PM\nTickets: $15.00\nPREMIUM SEATING: $20.00\nAges 16+\nSEATED SHOW
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/comedy-for-community-supporting-wncap/
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:20241201T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241125T002019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T190536Z
UID:76152-1733077800-1733083200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Comedy for Community supporting WNCAP
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy Presents: Comedy For Community \nLocals supporting locals is the heart of Asheville.\nComedy for Community brings all your favorite local comedians together each week at Catawba Brewing to support the town we love through a variety of local charities and organizations. This month we are partnering with WNCAP (Western North Carolina Aids Project)!\nCome laugh and learn and support your neighbors. \nWNCAP’s mission is to provide equitable access to care and reduce harm from HIV\, Hepatitis C\, and drug use.\nWNCAP envisions a community free of HIV\, Hepatitis C\, and overdose deaths. \nWNCAP offers innovative age appropriate education programs and HIV/AIDS education materials for schools\, worksites & community groups \nWNCAP provides life-saving services to those impacted by HIV/AIDS. With your support\, we can build a healthier WNC for ALL while working to eliminate stigma around HIV and those who live and thrive with it. Together\, we can make the vision of a world without AIDS a reality. \nwww.wncap.org \nDoors: 6:00 PM\nShow: 6:30 PM\nTickets: $15.00\nPREMIUM SEATING: $20.00\nAges 16+\nSEATED SHOW
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/comedy-for-community-supporting-wncap-2/
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:20241202T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T113000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241029T182125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T124825Z
UID:75590-1733135400-1734694200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Historic Johnson Farm Christmas Tours
DESCRIPTION:On weekdays from December 2 through 20\, Historic Johnson Farm will host daytime Christmas tours. Tour the decorated historic house\, visit the Heritage Weavers & Fiber Artists\, and enjoy hot cocoa and cookies. Guided tours are at 10:30 AM each day. While drop-ins are allowed\, those with reservations take priority\, so please consider making a reservation. Guided daytime tours are $15 for adults\, $10 for students and seniors (65 and over)\, and free for those 4 and under.  \nGroups of 10 or more are welcome to reserve private group tours at 1:30 PM each weekday for a group rate of $8 per person\, but they must reserve ahead of time by calling 828-891-6585 or emailing jfarm@hcpsnc.org. \nIf you are looking for a holiday gift or a stocking stuffer\, purchase a farm item. Mugs\, ornaments\, and magnets with the farm logo will be for sale along with stickers with the farm’s animals. The popular children’s book about the farm\, Winston the Farm Dog: A History of Historic Johnson Farm\, will be for sale as well. The Heritage Weavers and Fiber Artists gift shop will be stocked full of handmade fiber gifts. \nThe farmhouse was built by hand from 1876-1880. It is believed to be the oldest standing brick home in Henderson County. The Christmas season was a special time for Johnson family members\, who were known for their generosity.  Their home was among the first in our county to get electricity.  For many Christmas seasons\, they placed their tree decorated with colorful lights on the front porch. Travelers enjoyed the glow of the display to and from town in the evenings. Throughout the year and especially at holidays\, Sallie Johnson was known for her delicious cakes.  The farm grounds were plush with greenery that was gathered to decorate their home. The celebration of Christmas was much simpler then.   \nThe Christmas tours are important for the non-profit foundation that operates a heritage education center as part of Henderson County Public Schools. Events like this provide a significant portion of the farm’s operating expenses and educational experiences.  \nThe farm was a gift to the schoolchildren and the community by the late Vernon and Leander Johnson.  It is owned by Henderson County Public Schools\, and is managed by an Executive Director and the Historic Johnson Farm Foundation\, Inc.  It was designated a NC Cultural Treasure. The farm is located at 3346 Haywood Road in Hendersonville\, NC 28739.  \nFor more information\, call the farm foundation office at 828-891-6585.  Or visit www.historicjohnsonfarm.org or www.facebook.com/HistoricJohnsonFarm or email jfarm@hcpsnc.org
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/historic-johnson-farm-christmas-tours/
LOCATION:Historic Johnson Farm\, 3346 Haywood Road\, Hendersonville\, 28791
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Johnson Farm":MAILTO:jfarm@hcpsnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T184500
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241127T161345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T140545Z
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SUMMARY:5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
DESCRIPTION:Dreams Wave \nIn your dreams you can take on so many roles!  You can shapeshift into so many different scenarios! Do you have multiple\, fragments\, parts\, series or even fun adventurous dreams. Join us to move your experience of your dreams!  We move to the maps created by  Gabrielle Roth! \nHomewood\, 19 Zillicoa St. Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, 5:00-6:45pm\, Fee is sliding scale $15-25\, no one turned away! \nAbout 5Rhythms®\nCreated by Gabrielle Roth and practiced by tens of thousands worldwide. 5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement practice rooted in the principles that if you put the psyche in motion it will heal itself. \nAbout Karen:\n5Rhythms dance is for everyone. This meditative freeform dancing practice was created by dancer and visionary Gabriellle Roth. Accredited 5Rhythms teacher Karen Chapman has been hosting dances in Asheville and around the country for 8 years.  Through the dance\, Karen acts as a guide for the dancer on their journey through the rhythms. Karen is interested in how energy moves on the dance floor through the Breath! \nDance movement timeline:\nDoors open at 5 PM for warm up and close at 5:45 for the opening circle. The wave is complete at 6:45PM. If you can arrive at 5 PM that is best but you are welcome to come to the dance anytime before 5:45 PM.\n5 PM: Warm-up\, Meditative stretching and dancing.\n5:45 PM: Doors Close\, Opening circle\nDemonstration of the 5 Rhythms of Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos\, Lyrical\, and Stillness.\n6 PM: Dancing the wave of the 5 Rhythms\n6:45: Closing Circle/End\nThank you and see ya on the dance floor soon!  Love K
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/5rhythms-sweat-your-prayers-on-weds-nights-hosted-by-karen-20/
LOCATION:Homewood\, 19 Zillicoa St\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Chapman":MAILTO:Chapman5Rhythms@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241108T221701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T034832Z
UID:75800-1733338800-1733346000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Town Hall on the Future of End-of-Life Psychedelic Care
DESCRIPTION:The Institute for Psychedelics & Death presents The World’s First Town Hall on the Future of End of Life Psychedelic Care at Citizen Vinyl on Wednesday\, December 4\, 7-9 p.m. Free. \nThe event will be led by Diana McCall\, founder if Artemesis Facilitation. Special guests include Michael Mithoefer & Annie Mithoefer\, MDMA-assisted therapy researchers; Aditi Sethi\, founder of Center for Conscious Living & Dying; Raymond C. Barfield\, medical director of palliative care at Mission Hospital; Beck Ballantine\, hospice and palliative medicine physician; and Scott Kirschenbaum\, founder of the Institute for Psychedelics & Death.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/town-hall-on-the-future-of-end-of-life-psychedelic-care-2/
LOCATION:Citizen Vinyl\, 14 O'Henry Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Citizen Vinyl":MAILTO:info@citizenvinyl.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T180000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20240903T185054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T185054Z
UID:74428-1733392800-1733594400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Fair & Kringle Village
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a uniquely elevated holiday experience created by the partnership of Greenville Convention Center’s Annual Holiday Fair and Rotary Club of Greenville’s Kringle Holiday Village. \nHoliday Fair & Kringle Village will delight locals and draw visitors to the Upstate for three days of holiday fun December 5-7\, 2024\, at the Greenville Convention Center. \nGreenville Convention Center will transform into a Winter Wonderland featuring a massive vendor market\, roving performers\, a European Bier Garden\, the North Pole children’s play area\, Santa’s Workshop\, The Enchanted Tea Party\, Little Miss Kringle Pageant\, holiday movie night\, snowball fights\, main stage entertainment\, the Grand Carousel\, visits with Santa and more!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/holiday-fair-kringle-village/
LOCATION:Greenville Convention Center\, 1 Exposition Dr\, Greenville\, 29607
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greenville Convention Center":MAILTO:AVenable@meetgcc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241129T183140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T161626Z
UID:76288-1733427000-1734274800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
DESCRIPTION:Frank Capra’s beloved American holiday classic film is reimagined as a live 1940s radio broadcast. Set in Studio A at WBFR in Manhattan on Christmas Eve 1946\, this hilarious re-enactment\, with the help of a live Foley and a talented small ensemble\, brings the entire town of Bedford Falls to life on stage. Small-town everyman George Bailey is having a Christmas Eve that can only be saved by a miracle. Enter George’s guardian angel\, Clarence\, who takes him on a heartwarming journey of redemption\, proving that “no one is a failure who has friends.”
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/its-a-wonderful-life-a-live-radio-play/
LOCATION:Hendersonville Theatre\, 229 South Washington Street\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28739\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hendersonville Theatre":MAILTO:info@HVLtheatre.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250107
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241106T121707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T120324Z
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SUMMARY:Deck the Trees
DESCRIPTION:Deck the Trees Celebrates 14th Anniversary to Support Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry’s Fuel Fund\nDecember 6\, 2024 – January 6\, 2025 \nBlack Mountain\, NC – November 6th\, 2024 \nDeck the Trees Celebrates 14 Years! \nDespite the challenges posed by Hurricane Helene\, the community’s resilience continues to shine through\, and the need to help keep our neighbors warm is greater than ever.\nThe beloved Deck the Trees event returns for its 14th year as a fundraiser for the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry (SVCM) Fuel Fund\, helping local families stay warm this winter. Hosted at the Monte Vista Hotel and local surrounding businesses\, visitors can enjoy more than 45 beautifully decorated trees\, all following this year’s theme of *”Winter Wonderland.”* \nA full list of participating locations is available on the SVCM Deck the Trees website. The public is invited to vote for their favorite trees by donating money \, every dollar is equal to 1 vote. Votes are unlimited\, and you can vote for as many trees as you’d like! Donations are accepted in boxes located by each tree or online via a QR code or through the SVCM website. \nVoting starts Friday\, December 6th\, and continues until January 6th. You can cast your vote by placing cash or checks in the designated box for your favorite tree\, or by using the online QR code. Best of all\, 100% of the proceeds go directly to the SVCM Fuel Fund\, helping to keep our local neighbors in need warm during the colder months. \nSince its inception\, Deck the Trees has raised over $300\,000 to help keep our neighbors warm during the winter months. \nVideo Link   https://youtu.be/FjH6bFeG18E
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/deck-the-trees-2/
LOCATION:Monte Vista Hotel\, 308 W. State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Deck the Trees Committe":MAILTO:judimeltonconsulting@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241020T185546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T234103Z
UID:75468-1733475600-1733673600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:M.A.G.M.A. Land of Sky Holiday Gem Show 2024
DESCRIPTION:Come see us Dec. 6-8 at our Holiday Gem Show! You’ll find everything from affordable treasures to the finest gems\, minerals\, and jewelry in the Southeast. \nAdmission is free and this is a fun family friendly event. Food and drink are available daily.  \nThere’s something for everyone\, from seasoned rockhounds to new collectors and jewelry lovers. You can visit over 35 locally and nationally known vendors. Our vendors enjoy sharing their expert knowledge and have top quality treasures that make great gifts.  \nShop for everything you need for your rock collecting hobby: all kinds of rocks\, gems\, and crystals\, WNC and US gemstones\, minerals directly from the rockhound who collected them\, sterling silver gemstone jewelry\, cabochons and faceted gems\, lapidary equipment\, slabs\, and faceting material\, moldavite\, tektites\, meteorites\, trinitite\, unusual mineral specimens\, polished stones\, gemstone animal carvings\, and so much more!  \nThe Mountain Area Gem & Mineral Association\nM.A.G.M.A. Land of Sky Holiday Gem Show 2024 hours:\nDecember 6: 9 AM-6 PM\nDecember 7: 9 AM-6 PM\nDecember 8: 10 AM-4 PM \nLocation:\nLand of the Sky Event Venue\n39 Spring Cove Rd\nSwannanoa\, NC\n28778 \nWe host the M.A.G.M.A. Land of Sky Gem Show 4 times a year and this is an event that you can keep coming back to!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/m-a-g-m-a-land-of-sky-holiday-gem-show-2024/
LOCATION:Land of the Sky Event Venue\, 39 Spring Cove Rd.\, Swannanoa\, 28778
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mountain Area Gem &amp%3B Mineral Association":MAILTO:magmalandofskygemshow@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T200000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241112T190435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T020600Z
UID:75841-1733504400-1734292800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Asheville Nativity Exhibition  “Oh Tidings of Comfort and Joy: Christmas Crèches from Around the World”
DESCRIPTION:“Oh Tidings of Comfort and Joy: Christmas Crèches from Around the World”\nFirst Baptist Church of Asheville\, 5 Oak St\, downtown Asheville\nFree Admission\nOver 250 Nativity sets from more than seventy countries will be on display\nDecember 6-15\, 2024\nWeekdays: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.\nSaturdays: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.\nSundays: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \nThe Asheville Nativity exhibit entitled “Oh Tidings of Comfort and Joy: Christmas Crèches from Around the World” returns to First Baptist Church of Asheville December 6-15\, 2024.\nThe eighth annual Asheville Nativity exhibit is a gift to the community coordinated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and First Baptist Church of Asheville. Nativity displays may be viewed in the dining room at First Baptist Church of Asheville beginning Friday\, December 6 through Sunday\, December 15. The exhibit will be open to the public weekdays 5-8PM\, Saturdays 10AM-8PM\, and Sundays 12PM-8PM. School groups\, retirement communities\, or special press visits can be arranged by emailing ashevillenativity@gmail.com. The complete schedule can be found at www.ashevillenativity.org. Over 250 Nativity scenes from around the world will be on display. This family-friendly event includes a life-size stable with costumes.\nA crèche\, often called a Nativity scene\, is an artistic representation of the birth of Jesus Christ. While focusing on the central figures of the mother Mary and Christ Child\, crèche artists often telescope time and place to bring together a host of earthly and heavenly participants—shepherds\, animals\, wise men\, angels\, and commoners.\nFor centuries\, the crèche as an art form has flourished in homes and churches worldwide. Whether the crèche depicts 19th-century Italian villagers dressed in silks and jewels or contemporary African animal herders crafted from clay\, each representation reflects the unique talents\, circumstances and culture of the artist.\nThis exhibit is an ecumenical effort to highlight the cultural diversity of each crèche on display\, while honoring and celebrating the common theme that runs throughout—the birth of Jesus.\nPast events have included participation from seven different Asheville area churches and displayed over 250 unique Nativity sets from seventy countries around the world. Thousands of people attend the exhibit each year. Guest comments included: “Awesome!” “Wonderful!” “Lovely!” “Words cannot express the beauty.” “Impressive and beautifully done.”\nThe event is free to the public. Donations are welcome. Tax-deductible donations can be made by visiting ashevillenativity.org. More information is available on the website or by emailing ashevillenativity@gmail.com. First Baptist Church of Asheville is located at 5 Oak Street in downtown Asheville.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/asheville-nativity-exhibition-oh-tidings-of-comfort-and-joy-christmas-creches-from-around-the-world/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church of Asheville\, 5 Oak Street\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241108T222011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T034840Z
UID:75803-1733508000-1733518800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:For the Record: Jeremy Phillips art opening
DESCRIPTION:“For the Record\,” a new exhibition by Jeremy Phillips opens at Citizen Vinyl on Friday\, December 6\, 6-9 p.m. Jupiter\, experimental music from Jeff Arnal\, Kris Gruda\, and John English\, will also perform in celebration of their new\, eponymous album. \nJeremy Phillips is an Asheville based artist and educator. He paints out of his River Arts District studio in Pink Dog Creative and is a Religion and Humanities Instructor at Haywood Community College. \nFrom Jeremy: “I love vinyl records and all the accoutrements around them; the 12 inch square\, the 12 inch circle\, the cardboard covers with endless color and imagery\, the spines with their tiny words\, the familiarity of holding them and setting down the needle on the turntable\, the liner notes and inner sheets with lyrics and more\, the way the lined-up spines look on the shelf\, the sepia inner sleeves of older records\, the lovely aging and accidents that give the covers character and wear. Oh and the rich sound and occasional crackles are just fine too. \n“This show takes scrap records that no record store can sell\, or that end up in the Goodwill bins\, or that were jettisoned for refuse from Helene floods and turns them into new images and uses. This is work that celebrates the physical properties of the records and their covers\, turning them into fresh mediums for collage\, sculptural pieces\, realist imagery\, and abstraction.”
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/for-the-record-jeremy-phillips-art-opening/
LOCATION:Citizen Vinyl\, 14 O'Henry Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Citizen Vinyl":MAILTO:info@citizenvinyl.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T213000
DTSTAMP:20260828T135638
CREATED:20241120T012437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T155311Z
UID:76059-1733509800-1733520600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Under the Stars 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Under the Stars 2024\, a fundraiser for AMOS and the communities in our orbit! \nThe Asheville Museum of Science invites you to join us for a night at the museum on December 6th\, 2024 from 6:30pm – 9:30pm with a VIP reception from 5:30pm – 6:30pm.  This year’s Under the Stars fundraiser\, rescheduled from October\, will include an expanded purpose\, with proceeds supporting both our programs and critical community needs. We look forward to hosting you at the museum for a night of coming together and imagining how we can transform this space together.  \nNon-member tickets: $70\nMember tickets: $65\nVIP tickets: $80 \nFeaturing delicious dinner by Sage and Spice Catering!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/under-the-stars-2024/
LOCATION:asheville museum of science\, 43 Patton Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28804\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Museum of Science":MAILTO:info@ashevillescience.org
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