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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T111500
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261213T160000
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arrowhead Artists &amp%3B Artisans League":MAILTO:galleryarrowheadart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T170000
DTSTAMP:20260808T133952Z
CREATED:20260806T193406Z
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260828
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTSTAMP:20260616T160409Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T160000
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Jewelry Studios":MAILTO:info@ignitejewelrystudios.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261011
DTSTAMP:20260904T005825Z
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SUMMARY:Evon Streetman: Reflections
DESCRIPTION:Exhibition of vintage photographs by Evon Streetman.  \nEvon Streetman is a seminal figure in Southern photography whose experimental approach helped define the trajectory of contemporary photo-based art in the region. Initially trained as a painter\, she was an early pioneer in incorporating painterly processes and handwork into her photographs. She embraces the materiality of the photographic surface through interventions such as hand-coloring\, airbrushing\, and the application of gold and silver leaf. Her images often blur the line between documentation and transformation\, evoking a sense of place that is both intimate and enigmatic. \nStreetman’s work emerged alongside a broader movement of artists who redefined photography as a fine art medium\, including Clarissa Sligh\, William Christenberry\, and Eugene Meatyard. Like her contemporaries\, Streetman’s work explores memory and place\, remaining deeply rooted in the Southern landscape. \nIn addition to her artistic practice\, Streetman was an impactful educator. She assisted in developing the photography curriculum at Florida State University and later founded the photography program at the Penland School of Craft. Her work remains a standard in the study of alternative photographic practices and the visual culture of the American South.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/evon-streetman-reflections/
LOCATION:Tracey Morgan Gallery\, 188 Coxe Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tracey Morgan Gallery":MAILTO:info@traceymorgangallery.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T123000
DTSTAMP:20260810T192628Z
CREATED:20260810T141221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T192628Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Jewelry Studios":MAILTO:info@ignitejewelrystudios.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T121500
DTSTAMP:20260810T192635Z
CREATED:20260810T142958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T192635Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Jewelry Studios":MAILTO:info@ignitejewelrystudios.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T150000
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SUMMARY:GUIDED OPEN STUDIO - SEPTEMBER EDITION - WITH ANNE STRUTZ\, PSA\, IAPS-MC
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays from 10-3\nSeptember 2\, 9\, 16\, 23 \nJoin Anne in the studio for an open-format pastel class designed to deepen your skills in this richly expressive medium. Each session begins with a guided morning exercise exploring essential artistic principles and techniques that bring depth\, energy\, and confidence to your work. Bring your own reference materials to create a personalized studio experience. Pastels\, paper\, and sketching and underpainting supplies are provided\, with premium sanded paper available for purchase. You’re also welcome to bring your own pastels and discover which colors will best complement and expand your palette. \nClass size limited to 6 \nARTIST BIO: \nAnne Strutz\, PSA\, IAPS-MC\, is an artist in motion\, pushing boundaries by infusing movement and energy into her paintings. For Anne painting begins with what you cannot see. She poses questions to herself before starting a painting. What is drawing me to this subject? What is the story I want to tell? What am I trying to express in each painting? No single mark is precious. No fear is allowed to enter the process behind the easel. All elements of the composition must work in unity. This process is critical for infusing energy into my work and allows me to respond directly to the piece as it evolves. \nAnne’s journey as an artist has been a fulfilling adventure\, leading her from fashion and textile designer in NYC\, to teaching and developing art curricula for children in Philadelphia and Chicago. In 2013 Anne turned her focus to fine art. After viewing a pastel exhibition at the Noyse Museum of Art in Hammonton N.J. Anne began her journey with the pastel medium. The tangible aspects of the medium\, with the ability to draw\, paint\, layer\, and combine with other mediums has led her on an energetic journey pushing the qualities of pastel in her work. Anne’s work has been featured in the Pastel Journal multiple times\, Pratique Des Arts and Strokes of Genius and the 2022 and 2024 IAPS Souvenir Book. She has also written multiple articles for the Pastel Journal and Artist Magazine. \nAnne is the past president and workshop chair of the Piedmont Pastel Society. In 2019 she participated in the Dueling Demonstration event at the International Association of Pastel Societies convention which occurs every two years. In 2022 and 2024 Anne was invited back to be one of the faculty artists to demonstrate her techniques at the convention. Anne holds a BFA from the Rhode Island School of Design and currently lives in Pickens\, South Carolina.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/guided-open-studio-september-edition-with-anne-strutz-psa-iaps-mc-3/
LOCATION:Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio\, 51 West Main Street\, Brevard\, NC\, 28712\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lucy Clark Gallery &amp%3B Studio":MAILTO:Lucy@lucyclarkgallery.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T184500
DTSTAMP:20260830T132947Z
CREATED:20260829T202921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T132947Z
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SUMMARY:5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
DESCRIPTION:Elements Wave!\nIn September\, we are reminded of the seasonal changes from Summer to Fall.  Within the Seasonal change the Elements are celebrated.  Earth\, Fire\, Water\, Air\, and Ether.  It is important to honor Mother Earth and all that she gives and provides for us.  In honoring the Elements\, how do the Elements move within our bodies?\nIn the Maps created by Gabrielle Roth each of the Elements correspond to the Rhythms.  Flowing-Earth: feet touching the ground\, Staccato-Fire: the flame or beat in the body and heart\, Chaos-water: washing away our sorrows and tears\,  Lyrical-Air; lifting us up with wings\, Stillness-Ether: moving and breathing slowly in the clouds.   How does your body move in the Elements?\nJoin me for this movement journey!  \nHomewood\, 19 Zillicoa St Asheville\, NC\, $15-25 sliding scale\, no one turned away! First time dancers get in for Free! Brooke will greet you at the door!  See ya on the dance floor! Love K
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/5rhythms-sweat-your-prayers-on-weds-nights-hosted-by-karen-9/
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:20260909T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T193000
DTSTAMP:20260819T163548Z
CREATED:20260818T181645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T163548Z
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SUMMARY:Patio Show: Christina Chandler
DESCRIPTION:LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE\nChristina Chandler is a Memphis-born music machine that has been writing\, playing\, performing\, booking\, and jamming since her earliest memories. Now based in Asheville\, NC\, she flows in and out of folk\, soul\, Americana and rock n roll\, smoothing it all together with a rich\, buttery voice\, nimble fingers on a red Telecaster Thin Line\, and a tambourine on her boot. In addition to playing solo shows\, her current music projects include No Man’s Band\, FUN SIZE!\, and Ghost Pipe Union.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/patio-show-christina-chandler/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T193000
DTSTAMP:20260831T164148Z
CREATED:20260831T154247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T164148Z
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SUMMARY:Spirited Improv September Night Time Playshop Series in Asheville
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT SPIRITED IMPROV \nSpirited Improv is a unique fusion of expressive arts\, spiritual practice\, and group play that helps you release fear\, trust the unknown\, and show up as your truest self. Through embodied improvisational play\, movement\, voice\, storytelling\, music\, and customery\, we create a living container where authenticity is welcomed and presence is practiced. Over time\, this shared experience fosters deep connection\, confidence\, and a felt sense of belonging. \nFacilitated by Jessica Chilton\, who brings over 20 years of improvisational performing arts experience and 16 years as an expressive arts therapist\, weaving creativity\, spirituality\, and presence into a safe\, transformative group experience. \nSpirited Improv is for those seeking a spiritual community grounded in lived experience\, where growth happens through relationship\, creativity\, and the courage to show up fully. As we transform individually through improv\, we strengthen the collective and contribute to a more compassionate world. \nWHAT PAST PARTICIPANTS ARE SAYING \n“Spirited Improv is authentic\, vulnerable and connective. It meets my need to deeply feel\, be seen and see others. On my first night I experienced such a profound healing experience after sharing what was on my heart. It was like a sound\, healing touch\, full moon energy bath that opened my heart. ” ~ Kate \n“Spirited Improv is a fun and little bit edgy way of interacting with the mystery of the moment. You decide how much you want to interact or observe from the audience so you never have to do anything you don’t want to do. It is an opportunity to let go of control and explore the spontaneity of life and creativity in a supportive\, safe environment..” ~ Kenyon\n“I got to play\, move my body\, laugh\, take joy in watching my friends come alive\, give and receive big hugs\, and feel the presence of the ancestors who always join me. There’s something so sacred about being present with others while we play\, witness and embody what is.” ~ Sue \nWHO IS THIS FOR \nPeople drawn to spirituality\, personal growth\, and inner exploration\nThose seeking genuine connection\, community\, and a sense of belonging\nCreatives and non-creatives alike – no improv or performance experience needed\nIndividuals who value compassion\, openness\, and radical acceptance\nPeople who want to grow in joyful\, embodied ways rather than through heavy or rigid processes\nThose who want to make a positive impact by starting with inner transformation\nIf you’re open\, curious\, and willing to show up as you are—you belong here. \nCURIOUS BUT NOT READY TO JOIN? \nJoin us for the very first playshop of our multi-week series and if you love your first playshop (and we think you will)\, then you’ll have the opportunity to register for the remainder of the series. Details on our website.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/spirited-improv-september-night-time-playshop-series-in-asheville/
LOCATION:Homewood\,\, 19 Zillicoa St\, Ashevill\, NC\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T203000
DTSTAMP:20260828T165708Z
CREATED:20260827T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T165708Z
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SUMMARY:New Moon Sound Bath
DESCRIPTION:Join us at HapBE Valley — an equine and wellness retreat center surrounded by rolling pastures and majestic mountains\, 15 minutes from downtown Asheville — for an evening under the New Moon in Virgo. \nWe’ll begin with 15 minutes of gentle movement and breath to settle the body\, then surrender into a 60-minute sound bath with singing bowls\, gongs\, tongue drums\, and koshi chimes\, closing with a brief meditation to seal in the stillness. \nThis new moon carries an energy of discernment — an invitation to notice what’s ready to be released and make space for what’s next. Open to everybody\, no experience needed. Come as you are\, tired or wired or somewhere in between. We’ll provide a thick foam sound bath mat\, cushions\, and blankets — bring your own if you prefer\, and just wear something comfortable and bring your water bottle. \nPrice: $25. Register at https://hapbe.as.me/sound-healing. More info at https://www.yogitim.com/workshops/#new-moon-sound-bath. \nLocation: HapBE Valley\, 21 Noah’s Valley\, Leicester\, NC 28748
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/new-moon-sound-bath/
LOCATION:HapBE Valley\, 21 Noah's Valley\, Leicester\, 28748
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yogi Tim":MAILTO:timothy@japamalabeads.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T230000
DTSTAMP:20260723T211524Z
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SUMMARY:65 North Pickers + Radish
DESCRIPTION:STANDING ROOM ONLY \n65 NORTH PICKERS\nIntroducing the 65 north pickers\, a high-energy bluegrass quartet that fuses the drive of traditional bluegrass with the exploratory spirit of jam band improvisation. fronted by mandolin player jake\, banjoist nate\, guitarist quinton\, and bassist tali\, this quartet is renowned for their lightning-fast picking and impressive improvisation. Their high-energy performances feature incredible original compositions that merge bluegrass with the nostalgic vibes of classic festival music\, where the essence of the Grateful Dead meets the psychedelic flair of Jimi Hendrix. With listeners dancing out of their chairs and captivated by the music\, 65 north pickers create an unforgettable experience that keeps fans coming back for more. \nRADISH\nRadish is a self-proclaimed “bluegrass-ish” string band from Baltimore. They are known to blur the lines of traditional bluegrass with a repertoire that spans from old-school to contemporary\, and a knack for throwing avant-garde improvisation in the mix. With a line-up including Chris Ackerman (bass)\, Sam Allen (banjo)\, Sam Cochran (guitar)\, Wyatt Graham (mandolin)\, and Matthew Zuckerman (dobro); their wide array of influences creates a unique and versatile ensemble. Their debut self-titled album is out now everywhere you can stream music.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/65-north-pickers-radish/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T190000
DTSTAMP:20260731T161935Z
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SUMMARY:Reception | Veteran Obsolete: Geoffrey Bowton
DESCRIPTION:Featuring glass work by military veteran Geoffrey Bowton\, this exhibition draws upon Bowton’s own experiences with combat deployments to confront the emotional and psychological challenges faced by veterans re-entering civilian life. Through the symbolic use of military gear\, he ushers viewers into the complex landscape of post-service reality: depression\, suicide\, PTSD\, and the unresolved echoes of armed conflict. Join us for the exhibition reception on Thursday\, September 10\, from 5–7 PM.  \nParking is free for this event at Bardo Arts Center. The address of the event is 199 Centennial Drive\, Cullowhee\, NC 28723. This event will include a gallery talk by Geoffrey Bowton\, light appetizers\, and beverages.  \nImage Credit: Geoffrey Bowton\, Scars of Service: a triptych journey (detail)\, 2024\, glass\, steel\, copper\, 18 x 30 x 10 inches. Image courtesy of the artist. © Geoffrey Bowton.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/reception-veteran-obsolete-geoffrey-bowton/
LOCATION:WCU Bardo Arts Center\, 199 Centennial Drive\, Cullowhee\, NC\, 28723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T190000
DTSTAMP:20260906T162815Z
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SUMMARY:Veteran Obsolete: Geoffrey Bowton Reception
DESCRIPTION:Featuring glass work by military veteran Geoffrey Bowton\, this exhibition draws upon Bowton’s experiences with combat deployments to confront the emotional and psychological challenges faced by veterans re-entering civilian life.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/veteran-obsolete-geoffrey-bowton-reception/
LOCATION:John W. Bardo Arts Center\, 200 Centennial Drive\, Cullowhee\, 28723
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T193000
DTSTAMP:20260905T131135Z
CREATED:20260904T134305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T131135Z
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SUMMARY:Patio Show: 5J Barrow
DESCRIPTION:– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE \n5J Barrow\nInspiration seeped through the windows of apartment 5J on Barrow Street looking out over the Hudson River in NYC’s Greenwich Village\, where singer-songwriters and Broadway performers\, Eryn Murman and Jason Hite\, soaked up the energy and passion of musicians\, painters\, poets and writers who created the Village vibe. Together\, they paid tribute to those creative spirits and named their band 5j Barrow\, writing music and lyrics with a unique folk/rock sound\, touring as a duo\, and often picking up Drew Jones on bass and Gerard Canonico on drums. The band has inspired audiences with soulful music\, evocative imagery\, and lyrics that touch the heart\, from the historic Apollo Theater to the open air of Washington Square Park\, from the streets of New Orleans to the Rocky Mountains\, from California wine country to New England forests.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/patio-show-5j-barrow/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T220000
DTSTAMP:20260625T171850Z
CREATED:20260624T202525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T171850Z
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SUMMARY:Rooftop Comedy featuring Elliott White
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday Modelface Comedy Club brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have Southern favorite Elliott White on the rooftop at Antidote! \nChemist Spirts welcomes top comedians for a night of laughs. Enjoy a stunning AVL sunset from the rooftop bar at Antidote while giggling and sipping a classic cocktail. \nElliott White is a Huntsville\, Alabama comedian and regular at Levity Live. Over the years\, he’s performed everywhere from comedy clubs to festivals that have since gone extinct. He has appeared on Comedy Central’s Roast Battle and brings an easygoing\, conversational style to the stage. Whether he’s talking about dating\, race\, sex\, or the strange situations life keeps putting him in\, Elliott makes audiences feel like they’re catching up with an old friend. one who occasionally says something wildly inappropriate. \nages 21+\ndoors at 7:30pm\, show at 8pm\nTickets $18
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/rooftop-comedy-featuring-elliott-white/
LOCATION:antidote\, 151 Coxe Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 27106\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T230000
DTSTAMP:20260804T184529Z
CREATED:20260804T183916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T184529Z
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SUMMARY:Jake Blount
DESCRIPTION:Jake Blount is a performer and scholar of Black folk music based in Providence\, RI. Initially recognized for his skill as a string band musician\, Blount has synthesized his scholarly and artistic pursuits into a diverse performance practice that has taken him to Carnegie Hall\, Newport Folk Festival\, NPR’s Tiny Desk\, and beyond. His albums\, released on Free Dirt Records and Smithsonian Folkways Recordings\, have been featured in best-of lists from NPR\, The New Yorker\, and Rolling Stone. His scholarly publications include “Jail the Zombie: Black Banjoists\, Biopolitics\, and Archives\,” published in Modern American History. He also served as a music consultant for the movie Sinners\, and performed on the soundtrack of Ken Burns’s The American Revolution. Blount holds an A.M. in Musicology and Ethnomusicology from Brown University\, where he is working toward a Ph.D. in the same and a second master’s degree in Anthropology. A new string band record is forthcoming in September 2026.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/jake-blount/
LOCATION:THE GREY EAGLE MUSIC HALL\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T193000
DTSTAMP:20260808T134114Z
CREATED:20260805T183515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T134114Z
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SUMMARY:PATIO SHOW: Morgan Geer
DESCRIPTION:– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE\nMorgan Geer of Drunken Prayer \nDrunken Prayer transcends the bounds of Americana music. Morgan Geer writes songs that could emerge from a highly blissed-out biker bar or a swampy ashram. \nThe new Drunken Prayer record\, Thy Burdens\, is an homage to the fiery music of the church. Partnering with Drive-By Truckers’ Bobby Matt Patton\, the pair recorded this album in North Mississippi with some of their friends from Appalachia and the Delta including members of MJ Lenderman’s band\, Band of Heathens\, Jimbo Mathis’ group\, and Wednesday. \nIn 2026 The Deslondes from New Orleans included Geer’s “Cordelia” on their covers album of influential songs. Alongside like minded artists as Johnny Cash\, Swamp Dogg\, and Clifton Chenier\, Glide Magazine says ”That song alone justifies this album’s existence.” \nMorgan Geer’s poignant and wickedly funny music is revered across the fringe of Americana. Rennie Sparks of The Handsome Family said “Morgan Geer is the real thing – a songwriter with a heart as deep as the Marianas Trench and sensitive as the wet hands of a raccoon.” Geer also plays guitar in the pioneering alt-country band Freakwater and collaborates with members of Butthole Surfers\, Melvins and Ween. He started using the moniker “Drunken Prayer” after a chance conversation about rats with Tom Waits. \nDrunken Prayer is now a stalwart of the burgeoning scene in Asheville\, NC. Morgan Geer has recorded and toured with some of the cornerstones of what we call modern Americana music.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/patio-show-morgan-geer/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T203000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212718Z
CREATED:20260825T184741Z
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SUMMARY:The Queen of Sheba - Sufra Time at Mocha Box Coffeehouse
DESCRIPTION:Was the Queen of Sheba a brilliant ruler\, a fearless traveler\, a master diplomat—or all three? \nHer story has echoed across civilizations for nearly 3\,000 years\, appearing in Jewish\, Christian and Islamic traditions and inspiring generations of art\, literature and legend. Yet behind the mystery stood the extraordinary kingdom of Saba in ancient Yemen—a wealthy and sophisticated civilization shaped by international trade\, ingenious agriculture and the monumental Marib Dam. \nIn The Queen of Sheba\, part of  Sufra Time: An Immersive Yemeni Dining Journey\, you’ll enter her world and explore the woman behind one of history’s most enduring legends. Follow her celebrated encounter with King Solomon\, discover the competing traditions that claim her legacy\, and consider how a queen from southern Arabia became a timeless symbol of wisdom\, courage and leadership. \nHer story also opens an unexpected window between Arabia and Appalachia. Both regions have been sustained by resilient women whose leadership was not always recorded in official histories\, but whose influence held families\, communities and traditions together. Across both cultures\, history lives through treasured stories passed from one generation to the next. \nThrough dramatic storytelling\, cinematic imagery\, Arabian food and lively audience participation\, The Queen of Sheba transforms ancient history into an evening of mystery\, discovery and connection. \nCome meet the legendary queen whose influence crossed deserts\, kingdoms and centuries—and whose story may be even more remarkable than the legend.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-queen-of-sheba-sufra-time-at-mocha-box-coffeehouse/
LOCATION:Mocha Box Coffeehouse\, 1050 Haywood Rd.\, Asheville\, 28806
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T214500
DTSTAMP:20260729T105850Z
CREATED:20260727T141826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T105850Z
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SUMMARY:Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour benefiting MountainTrue
DESCRIPTION:Bringing the Worlds Best Mountain Films to Asheville\nJoin us for two distinct nights of filmmaking excellence. Each evening features a completely different lineup of films\, so we encourage you to join us for both sessions to see the full breadth of the world tour. \nWhen: Friday\, September 11 and Saturday\, September 12\, 2026\nWhere: Wortham Center for Performing Arts | 18 Biltmore Ave\, Asheville\, NC\nTime: Doors open at 6pm. Show at 7 pm.\nFREE Door Prizes: every attendee is entered for a chance to win door prizes donated by our amazing local businesses. Multiple prizes drawn each night.\n***NEW this year: come early to check out our sponsor and community partner room: see an adaptive mountain bike\, take photos with a giant hellbender puppet\, chat with community-minded orgs and more!\nThe Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour is an annual tradition for our community\, bringing the spirit of outdoor adventure and mountain culture to the heart of the Blue Ridge. As MountainTrue’s largest fundraiser of the year\, this event celebrates the grit\, beauty\, and wonder of the wild places we work so hard to protect. Whether you are a climber\, a paddler\, or a dreamer\, these films are sure to spark your next great adventure. \nThe Films:\nFriday\, September 11th: MORAINE \nSaturday\, September 12th: ICEFALL \n**Learn more about the programs \nBe the First to Get Tickets\nThe Banff World Tour in Asheville is a high-demand event and tickets frequently sell out well in advance. Don’t miss your chance to secure your seat for this year’s screening. Different films will be shown each night. Grab tickets to BOTH screenings and receive $5 off your purchase! \nTickets will go on sale August 1 @ 9 am. \nMountainTrue members receive a 10% discount on tickets. Check your email for the code or email members@mountaintrue.org.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/banff-centre-mountain-film-festival-world-tour-benefiting-mountaintrue/
LOCATION:Wortham Center for the Performing Arts\, 18 Biltmore Ave.\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="MountainTrue":MAILTO:susan@mountaintrue.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T210000
DTSTAMP:20260826T105814Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T105814Z
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SUMMARY:Modelface Comedy presents Scott Eason
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy Club brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have Southern favorite Scott Eason in The Cultura Room! \nScott Eason is a comedian (you probably figured that out) from Huntsville\, Alabama (you might not have known that) and he knows what you’re thinking…and to answer your question he has no idea why he doesn’t have a southern accent. You might have heard him on SiriusXM and the Comedy Central Roast Battle Podcast. \nHe’s a regular at clubs across the southeast\, including Zanies Nashville\, The Laughing Skull in Atlanta\, Stand Up Live Huntsville and places you’ve never heard of before. Scott’s performed damn near everywhere: clubs\, bars\, basements\, corporate events and comedy festivals all over the country\, such as the Altercation Comedy Festival\, Asheville Comedy Festival\, Flyover Comedy Festival\, Laughing Skull Comedy Festival\, Limestone Comedy Festival\, SF Sketchfest and many more. \nIn 2025 he’s recording his debut album and comedy special with Burn This Records and Four By Three Productions. \nHe’s also a member of the Beastie Goys\, a nationally touring Beastie Boys tribute band. Where does he find the time?!? \nFeaturing Elliott White \nSeated show\, full dinner menu available \nages 18+\ndoors at 6:30pm\, show at 7pm\nTickets $18
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/modelface-comedy-presents-scott-eason/
LOCATION:The Funkatorium\, 147 Coxe Ave\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T210000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212725Z
CREATED:20260826T180648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T212725Z
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SUMMARY:A CEREMONIAL CONCERT~music for these transformational times~
DESCRIPTION:We invite you all to join us September 11th\, 2026 for a ceremonial concert with Kendall Way and community. Celebrating her album release\, Desire to Be\, these songs of reverence and devotion offer a serenade for these times of transformation. Sound that touches the spirit and creates conditions in which we can soften into presence and the gift of being embodied.\nKendall weaves with Brittany Marie\, Aditi Sethi\, harmonium and vocals flowing over the grounded rhythms of River Guerguerian\, Chris Rosser and Jay Brown. \nCome immerse within a contemplative evening of soulful music centering beauty\, heart and harmony. \nKendall has been guiding individuals and groups into deeper embodiment and truth for over 25 years. The songs she receives have shaped and supported her own continuous awakening. She offers them now\, believing strongly in the healing power of gathering together in song and ceremony. \nAll ages. Pay what you want option.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/a-ceremonial-concertmusic-for-these-transformational-times/
LOCATION:AyurPrana Listening Room\, 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260731T162202Z
CREATED:20260730T224542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T162202Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caleb Owolabi":MAILTO:caleb080@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T220000
DTSTAMP:20260725T153103Z
CREATED:20260724T185755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260725T153103Z
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SUMMARY:Horse Feathers
DESCRIPTION:STANDING ROOM ONLY \nHORSE FEATHERS\nIn 2026\, Horse Feathers’ debut album\, Words Are Dead\, celebrates its 20th anniversary. Kill Rock Stars is set to release a deluxe reissue that will be completely remastered and pressed on an exclusive vinyl color. It will include a replica of their original six-song demo CD in the package\, along with a deluxe foil-stamped LP jacket.\nTo support the release\, Horse Feathers’ current ensemble of Justin Ringle (guitar\, vocals\, banjo)\, Nathan Crockett (violin\, saw)\, Halli Anderson of River Whyless (violin\, vocals)\, Kati Claborn of Blind Pilot (banjo\, vocals\, clarinet)\, and Luke Ydstie also of Blind Pilot (bass\, cello\, vocals) faithfully recreate the mood of the original release with taut dynamics and sensitive arrangements. \nIn the years following Words Are Dead\, Horse Feathers quietly built a body of work defi ned by patience and evolution rather than reinvention. Records like House With No Home\, Thistled Spring\, and Cynic’s New Year expanded their sonic palette without abandoning the restraint that fi rst set them apart. By the time of Appreciation\, the band had begun to open its sound outward\, introducing richer arrangements and a subtle warmth that suggested growth without rupture. Through it all\, Ringle remained a steady center\, writing songs that favored emotional precision over spectacle. \nThe reissue of Words Are Dead does not attempt to rewrite that history. Instead\, it brings the origin point back into focus\, offering a rare chance to hear where it all began while recognizing how far the project has traveled since. \nRevisiting the album now\, with two decades of distance\, reveals not just a beginning but a foundation. The same careful interplay\, the same attention to space and tone\, still anchors the band’s work today. In that sense\, the reissue feels less like a retrospective and more like a continuation. A reminder that some records do not age so much as they wait for the right moment to be heard again.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/horse-feathers/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T230000
DTSTAMP:20260625T171856Z
CREATED:20260624T202740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T171856Z
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SUMMARY:YIKES! Travel Disaster Comedy with Sarah Love
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy Club brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we have Sarah Love from Asheville and her friends!!! \nYIKES! is a show of disaster stories and stand up comedy hosted by local favorite Sarah Love. Join Sarah and a group of amazing comedians as they share their travel disasters and trauma. Nothing more hilarious than other peoples bad decisions and failures.\n​\nSeated show\, full dinner menu available \nages 18+\ndoors at 8:45pm\, show at 9:15pm \nTickets $18
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/yikes-travel-disaster-comedy-with-sarah-love/
LOCATION:Cultura\, 147 Coxe Ave.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T090000
DTSTAMP:20260626T211831Z
CREATED:20260626T171846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T211831Z
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SUMMARY:Railway Races 5k & 1 Mile
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Hendersonville\, NC\, Saturday\, September 12th\, for the Inaugural Railway 5k & 1 Mile presented by Aetna! \nThe Railway Races are a running celebration of history\, movement\, and community\, hosted on the Ecusta Trail — a former railroad corridor transformed into a shared-use greenway connecting Hendersonville and Brevard. \nThis inaugural event brings families\, walkers\, and runners together for a one mile fun run/walk and a family-friendly 5K. Each distance was chosen intentionally to reflect the character of the trail and to create an inclusive\, meaningful race-day experience for participants of all ages and abilities. \nABOUT THE ECUSTA TRAIL\nThe Ecusta Trail follows a historic railroad corridor that once served as an important transportation route through Western North Carolina. Today\, it represents connection\, access\, and transformation — linking communities while preserving the history of the region. \nThe Railway Races honors the legacy of this corridor while inviting participants to experience it on foot as part of a thoughtfully designed running event.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/railway-races-5k-1-mile/
LOCATION:Hendersonville Welcome Center\, 201 South Main Street\, Hendersonville\, 28792
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ORGANIZER;CN="iDaph Events":MAILTO:support@idaph.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T110000
DTSTAMP:20260715T233718Z
CREATED:20260715T201542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T233718Z
UID:10006643-1789205400-1789210800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:The Art of Yoga | Summer-Fall Series 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Museum for a harmonious blend of artistic inspiration and mindful movement! Our Saturday sessions are from 9:30–11am.  Experience how close looking at art and practicing yoga in the beautiful spaces of the Museum can foster relaxation and connection. \nEach yoga session includes a guided mindful looking session in one of the Museum’s current exhibitions. After class\, you’re invited to the John & Robyn Horn Education Center (level 3) for a complimentary cup of tea and artful conversation. \nAll levels are welcome. Please bring your own yoga mat. No mat\, no problem\, the Museum has some extra mats to lend. Loose-fitting clothing is recommended\, ensuring ease of movement as you flow through your practice.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-art-of-yoga-summer-fall-series-2026-3/
LOCATION:Asheville Art Museum\, 2 S Pack Square\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Art Museum":MAILTO:npage@ashevilleart.org
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