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SUMMARY:Simply Charmed- Drop In!
DESCRIPTION:**Show up at Ignite Jewelry Studios anytime between 11am and 3pm to make one of these charms! \nThis is the perfect way to spend a part of your day while visiting our downtown Asheville metalsmithing studio and gallery. Come stamp and hammer a charm to your liking! Choose from more than 60 styles of metal stamps and a variety of jewelers hammers to complete your charm. You will start with a rectangular brass base\, (or upgrade to sterling silver in a variety of shapes and styles) then choose your silver accent piece\, and finally a gemstone of choice. After a quick demo by the instructor you can spend the next 45 minutes to complete your masterpiece. \nOur magnetic tumbler will polish your piece to perfection and you have an option of some finishing patinas as well. Upgrade to earrings\, make additional pendants for friends etc. \n$45 Base Price includes a brass charm and base metal chain. (Silver upgrades available for additional cost)
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/simply-charmed-drop-in/
LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 84 W Walnut St Unit A\, Asheville\, 28801
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250905
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SUMMARY:Points in Space: Performance at Black Mountain College Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Black Mountain College’s interdisciplinary and collaborative philosophy fostered groundbreaking time-based experiments across disciplines\, significantly influencing performance\, theater\, film\, music\, dance\, and visual art worldwide. Points in Space: Performance at Black Mountain College will feature visual and time-based artworks that echo BMC’s innovative spirit from 1933 to 1957. BMC was a nexus of avant-garde activity\, fostering innovation through collaboration and experiential learning. The exhibition will highlight key events and figures\, such as John Cage\, Merce Cunningham\, Lou Harrison\, Roland Hayes\, Ray Johnson\, Hugo Kauder\, Ursula Mamlok\, Robert Rauschenberg\, David Tudor\, Alma Stone Williams\, Stan Vanderbeek\, and Stefan Wolpe\, alongside movements like Bauhaus\, Dada\, and Fluxus. The exhibition will feature historical and contemporary works\, interactive installations\, performances\, and immersive experiences that bring the past into conversation with the present. \nPoints in Space aims to bridge the past and present\, ensuring BMC’s interdisciplinary spirit continues to inspire new generations. Through performance-integrated exhibitions and public programs\, the exhibition will foster a dynamic dialogue between historical and contemporary artistic practices\, expanding the reach and relevance of BMC’s radical approach to art\, education\, and community engagement. \nLearn more about featured artists on our website. \nPoints in Space: Performance at Black Mountain College is organized by Jeff Arnal\, curator\, and Adolfo Alzuphar\, curatorial assistant.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/points-in-space-performance-at-black-mountain-college-exhibit/
LOCATION:Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center\, 120 College Street\, Asheville\, North Carolina\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T113000
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SUMMARY:Boho Silver Earrings
DESCRIPTION:Come spend 1.5 hours at Ignite jewelry Studios and create this dazzling pair of earrings! Each textured design is individually chosen and pressed into sterling silver using a rolling mill. A few more steps and you will be amazed that you were able to make these yourself in our metalsmithing studio. \nAll Materials Included! \nMakes a great girls time activity or bachelorette party event. \nThis is a Weekly Recurring Event\nRuns from Sep 5\, 2025 to Oct 31\, 2025 and happens every:\nFridays:	10:00am – 11:30am Timezone: EDT
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/boho-silver-earrings/
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:20250905T131500
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SUMMARY:Riveting Sterling Ring
DESCRIPTION:Come make this textured and riveted sterling silver ring in a hands on workshop at Ignite Jewelry Studios. A qualified instructor will safely take you through the steps until your piece is complete. You’ll use a variety of common metalsmithing tools including a torch\, rolling mill\, and more! \nChoose from 4 textures: Hammered/ Striped/Boho/Smooth \nAll materials included! Make it to your size. \nAlso makes a unique wedding band\, fabulous bachelorette event\, or team building! \nThis is a Weekly Recurring Event\nRuns from Sep 5\, 2025 to Oct 31\, 2025 and happens every:\nFridays:	1:15pm – 3:15pm Timezone: EDT
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/riveting-sterling-ring/
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:20250906T100000
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SUMMARY:Silver Stacking Rings
DESCRIPTION:Spend 2+ hours as a jeweler! \nWe will work with silver wire to create a set of three textured stacking rings. \nLearn the techniques you need to fuse the silver\, hammer\, and polish the rings to a nice shine. Leave class feeling accomplished and ready to show off your work! \nYou will use a torch in this workshop. (Don’t be intimidated\, we’ll walk you through it!) \nClose-toed shoes recommended and please tie long hair back for safety. \n$115\, all tools and materials needed for class will be provided. \n*Arrive 15 minutes early to sign the safety waiver and get settled. \n**Convenient parking is available just below the studio in either the Harrah’s Parking Garage.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/silver-stacking-rings-2/
LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 84 W Walnut St Unit A\, Asheville\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T230000
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SUMMARY:Lake Hickory Haunts 2025
DESCRIPTION:Voted the Best Haunt in the Carolinas\, Known as the premier haunt of the Carolina’s\, Lake Hickory Haunts is a one of a kind haunted theme park; featuring a large body of water\, surrounded by 13 unique full-scale haunted attractions. Within these attractions\, you will discover awe-inspiring immersive environments\, multi-dimensional special FX\, over 100 live characters\, breathtaking scares\, and much more! \nHappens on the following Dates:\nSep 12\, 2025\, 7:30pm to 10:00pm Timezone: EDT\nSep 13\, 2025\, 7:30pm to 10:00pm Timezone: EDT\nSep 19\, 2025\, 7:30pm to 10:00pm Timezone: EDT\nSep 20\, 2025\, 7:30pm to 10:00pm Timezone: EDT\nSep 26\, 2025\, 7:30pm to 10:00pm Timezone: EDT\nSep 27\, 2025\, 7:30pm to 10:00pm Timezone: EDT\nOct 3\, 2025\, 7:00pm to 11:00pm Timezone: EDT\nOct 4\, 2025\, 7:00pm to 11:00pm Timezone: EDT\nOct 10\, 2025\, 7:00pm to 11:00pm Timezone: EDT\nOct 11\, 2025\, 7:00pm to 11:00pm Timezone: EDT\nOct 12\, 2025\, 7:00pm to 11:00pm Timezone: EDT\nOct 17\, 2025\, 7:00pm to 11:00pm Timezone: EDT\nOct 18\, 2025\, 7:00pm to 11:00pm Timezone: EDT\nOct 19\, 2025\, 7:00pm to 11:00pm Timezone: EDT\nOct 23\, 2025\, 7:00pm to 11:00pm Timezone: EDT\nOct 24\, 2025\, 7:00pm to 11:00pm Timezone: EDT\nOct 25\, 2025\, 7:00pm to 11:00pm Timezone: EDT\nOct 26\, 2025\, 7:00pm to 11:00pm Timezone: EDT\nOct 30\, 2025\, 7:00pm to 11:00pm Timezone: EDT\nOct 31\, 2025\, 7:00pm to 11:00pm Timezone: EDT\nNov 1\, 2025\, 7:00pm to 11:00pm Timezone: EDT\nNov 2\, 2025\, 7:00pm to 11:00pm Timezone: EDT
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/lake-hickory-haunts-2025/
LOCATION:Lake Hickory Haunts\, 520 Carolina Ave\, Hickory\, 28601
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ORGANIZER;CN="Passage":MAILTO:lakehickoryhaunts@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300901T170000
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CREATED:20250927T234130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T133739Z
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SUMMARY:New Glass Studio in Old Fort
DESCRIPTION:Arrowhead Art Gallery & Studios in Old Fort\, NC\, kicks off the grand opening of the newly designated Design Glass Studio for learning. Equipment includes a glass kiln\, cutting room\, hand tools\, and supplies needed for independent study. The October stained-glass classes include a Moravian Star and a Star Suncatcher. Learn how to fuse glass with classes on glass tiles and a beautiful woodland tree ambiance light. Each month\, new classes will be offered\, and information can be found on the Arrowhead Art Gallery & Studios website at arrowheadart.org
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/new-glass-studio-in-old-fort/
LOCATION:Arrowhead Gallery and Studios\, 77 Catawba Ave.\,\, Old Fort\, 28762
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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:20250927T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T190000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20250829T121845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T003401Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit Opening and Reception
DESCRIPTION:Arrowhead Art Gallery & Studios will host a special evening unveiling the new art exhibit\, Old Fort Rising\, honoring the enduring spirit of Old Fort. Through the eyes and hands of local artists\, this collection captures stories of hope\, strength\, and unity that have shaped the town after Hurricane Helene. The reception takes place on Saturday\, September 27\, from 5 pm to 7 pm\, and the exhibit will remain in the gallery through October 21st.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/exhibit-opening-and-reception/
LOCATION:Arrowhead Gallery and Studios\, 77 Catawba Ave.\,\, Old Fort\, 28762
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arrowhead Artist &amp%3B Artisans League":MAILTO:galleryarrowheadart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T235900
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20250925T155941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T205250Z
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SUMMARY:MountainTrue ONLINE Fall Native Plant & Shrub Sale with pick up in ASHEVILLE\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Is your yard ready for a fresh start after the storm? Or maybe it just needs a little love?🌿 Save the date for our 2025 Fall Native Plant Sale! 🌿\nWhether you’re rebuilding or reimagining\, we’ve got the plants to help your yard thrive. Proceeds benefit MountainTrue. All plants are sourced from Carolina Native Nursery.  \nThe ONLINE sale will run from Oct. 1st at 10 am through Oct. 31st at 11:59 pm (or until supplies last). Don’t miss your chance to spruce up your yard all while supporting MountainTrue and a local nursery. Click here to receive an email when the Asheville\, NC ONLINE plant sale goes live. \nOrders MUST be picked up in Asheville\, NC\, on Tuesday\, November 11th\, between 3 and 6 pm unless prior arrangements have been made by emailing amy@mountaintrue.org \nPick-up location: Oteen Baptist Church 37 Oteen Church Rd. Asheville\, NC 28805 \nNative shrubs and perennials are a vital component of healthy streams and lakes. They help prevent erosion\, filter pollution from runoff\, and provide food and shelter for wildlife. MountainTrue staff and volunteers spend significant time and resources removing nonnative invasive plants along streams and lake shorelines to protect water quality and ensure that the native vegetation stays healthy. \nPlants that are found here inspire a “sense of place” and pride in our mountain communities and promote wise stewardship and conservation of natural resources. For questions related to these or other native and invasive plant species\, email Western Region Program Coordinator\, Tony Ward. \n**Container plants can be successfully planted at any time of the year as long as adequate water is provided. Our best planting season begins around October and continues until December.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/mountaintrue-online-fall-native-plant-shrub-sale-with-pick-up-in-asheville-nc/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="MountainTrue":MAILTO:susan@mountaintrue.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T190000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20250916T202233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T131640Z
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SUMMARY:Honky Tonk Singing with Cary Fridley
DESCRIPTION:Join Cary for a swinging honky tonk singing class full of heartache\, spit fire\, country two steps\, and wallowing in our sorrows as we sing songs from classic country strong women with strong voices: Patsy Cline\, Kitty Wells\, and Wanda Jackson. In this class\, we will learn some of the top hits of these tough cookies\, giving particular attention to tempo\, feel\, style\, and tone. Topics covered will be breathing for singing\, vocal resonance\, the two-step beat\, and honky tonk attitude. Instruments welcome\, harmonies encouraged.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/honky-tonk-singing-with-cary-fridley/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Center for the Arts\, 225 W. State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251020
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20250808T171014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T173524Z
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SUMMARY:44th Annual Western North Carolina Parade of Homes
DESCRIPTION:The 44th annual Western North Carolina Parade of Homes\, happening October 11-12 and 18-19\, is a free\, self-guided tour of new and remodeled homes by top builders throughout Asheville\, Hendersonville\, Black Mountain\, Fairview\, and beyond. Visitors can explore a wide variety of homes in person or take advantage of virtual tours. Whether you’re dreaming\, designing\, or actively building\, the Parade offers inspiration at every price point. Sponsored by the Builders Association of the Blue Ridge Mountains. For more information\, visit wncparadeofhomes.com. \nThis year’s Presenting Sponsor is Mountain Land Management.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/45th-annual-western-north-carolina-parade-of-homes-2/
LOCATION:NC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Builders Association of the Blue Ridge Mountains":MAILTO:jessie@ashevillehba.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20250813T001652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T124302Z
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SUMMARY:WSET Level 3 Award in Wines Classes
DESCRIPTION:For individuals seeking to delve deeply into the world of wines\, Level 3 provides a detailed understanding of grape growing and wine making. Open to students with WSET Level 2 Award in Wines\, or who can demonstrate knowledge at an Intermediate level through the completion of equivalent education courses\, or who have sufficient wine trade experience.  For more information go to: https://www.melaniewebberwine.com/wset-asheville. For Laurel of Asheville readers\, please use LAUREL10 to save 10% off MWWine School WSET Courses in Asheville. See full schedule below:  \nSunday/Monday October 19th/20th\, 9:30 – 5:00 pm (in person)\nSunday/Monday October 26th/27th 9:30 – 5:00 pm (in person)\nMonday November 10th – 6 – 8pm EDT (online webinar)\nSunday November 23rd – 9:30 – 5:00 pm (in person\, Final Class)\nMonday December 1st – 9:30 – 1:00 pm (Exam Day)
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/wset-level-3-award-in-wines-classes/
LOCATION:Quench! Wine & Bistro at Metro Wines\, 60 Merrimon Avenue #105\, Asheville\, 28804
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ORGANIZER;CN="MWWine School":MAILTO:melanie@melaniewebberwine.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20251010T225215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T142331Z
UID:84736-1760882400-1760893200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:UnLabel Neurodiversity: "The Neurologues"
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to invite you to UnLabel Neurodiversity: The Neurologues\, a collaboration by UnLabel Me and Open Hearts Art Center. \nThis intimate performance will take place at the Tina McGuire Theatre at The Wortham (18 Biltmore Ave) on Sunday\, October 19 at 2:00 PM (doors open at 1pm.) \nTickets are limited and expected to sell out quickly\, so act fast!\nTickets are $25 and available at: www.worthamarts.org/events/unlabel-neurodiversity-the-neurologues/ \nThe Neurologues are a series of individual\, personal monologues written and presented by a wide range of people sharing their lived experiences from the inside-out. Whether they are shedding light on themselves and their labels\, or speaking as parents\, caregivers\, or teachers\, each story is crafted from their lens and their heart. There will be a talkback with the cast after the performance in the Theatre\, and time to connect in the lobby afterwards. \nUnLabel-Me is a Storytelling Studio based in Asheville and New York City that fosters conversations and builds awareness around the paradoxical and ever-present power of reductive labels in all aspects of society. To learn more visit: unlabel-me.com \nOpen Hearts Art Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supportive studio and gallery in Asheville\, NC\, dedicated to representing and empowering adults with varied abilities to connect to and reach their full potential through the arts. To learn more visit: openheartsartcenter.org
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/unlabel-neurodiversity-the-neurologues/
LOCATION:Tina McGuire Theater\, 18 Biltmore Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Open Hearts Art Center":MAILTO:info@openheartsartcenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20250422T220538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T121320Z
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SUMMARY:Clue on Stage
DESCRIPTION:Adapted from the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn\, written by Sandy Rustin\, additional material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price \nOctober 16-26 \, 2025 \nThursday\, 10/16 at 7:30 (pay what you can available 10/2)\nFridays at 7:30\nSaturday at 3 pm\nSundays at 3 pm \nDirector: Jennifer Treadway \nApproximate Run Time: 1 hour\, 45 minutes\nRating: PG-13 due to adult situations\, language\, depictions of smoking\, and alcohol use. \nBased on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie inspired by the classic Hasbro board game\, Clue is a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery. The tale begins at a remote mansion\, where six mysterious guests assemble for an unusual dinner party\, and murder and blackmail are on the menu. When their host turns up dead\, they all become suspects. Led by Wadsworth–the butler\, Miss Scarlet\, Professor Plum\, Mrs. White\, Mr. Green\, Mrs. Peacock\, and Colonel Mustard race to find the killer as the body count stacks up. Clue is the comedy whodunit that will leave cult fans and newcomers in stitches as they try to figure out…WHO did it\, WHERE\, and with WHAT!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/clue-on-stage-4/
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;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20250818T193206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T215059Z
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SUMMARY:Brevard Philharmonic presents The New World Symphony
DESCRIPTION:Brevard Philharmonic begins its new season with a journey both familiar and fresh. Dvořák’s New World Symphony has stirred hearts for generations with its sweeping themes of hope\, longing\, and discovery—music that feels as alive today as when it was first performed. Alongside this monumental work\, rising star flutist Anthony Trionfo will dazzle with the lyrical charm of Chaminade’s Concertino and the fiery brilliance of Borne’s Carmen Fantasie Brilliante. Bursting with Beauty\, this concert is more than a performance—it’s an invitation to be transported\, to feel inspired\, and to experience the thrill of live music at its finest.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/brevard-philharmonic-presents-the-new-world-symphony/
LOCATION:Porter Center (Scott Concert Hall)\, Brevard College\, 1 Brevard College Drive\, Brevard\, 28712
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brevard Philharmonic":MAILTO:info@brevardphilharmonic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20250923T174649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T205432Z
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SUMMARY:BMCA Fall Dance Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the fall season with movement\, creativity\, and community at BMCA! Join us for a pay-what-you-can / free event featuring a performance of BMCA’s Dance Troupe’s new fall choreography in our theater\, followed by festive activities upstairs in the dance studio. Families and kids can enjoy autumn-themed crafts\, games\, and activities. \nIt’s the perfect way to spend an afternoon together—supporting local dancers\, exploring the arts\, and welcoming fall at BMCA. \n3:30 – 4:00: Troupe Performance\n4:00 – 4:45: Studio Activities\nOct 19\, 2025\, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM \nBlack Mountain\, 225 W State St\, Black Mountain\, NC 28711\, USA
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/bmca-fall-dance-day/
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:20251019T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T180000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20250922T194008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T205438Z
UID:84155-1760889600-1760896800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:RAY BONNEVILLE SUNDAYS ON THE RIVER IN OLIVETTE
DESCRIPTION:Acclaimed raconteur Ray Bonneville strips his bluesy Americana down to its essentials and steeps it in the humid grooves of the South\, creating a compelling poetry of hard living and deep feeling. \nJim Withers (Montreal Gazette) describes his sound as “folk-roots gumbo… a languid Mississippi Delta groove\, seasoned with smooth\, weathered vocals and a propulsive harmonica wheeze.” Whether performing solo or fronting a band\, playing electric or acoustic guitar\, Bonneville allows space between notes that adds potency to every chord\, lick\, and lyric. Thom Jurek (Allmusic.com) remarks\, “With darkness and light fighting for dominance… he’s stripped away every musical excess to let the songs speak for themselves.”
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/ray-bonneville-sundays-on-the-river-in-olivette/
LOCATION:Olivette Riverside Pavilion\, 1069 Olivette Rd\, Asheville\, 28804
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ORGANIZER;CN="CHATT HILLS MUSIC":MAILTO:jazzmanron1@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T200000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20250902T230515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T230515Z
UID:83282-1760896800-1760904000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Disney’s MOANA Live-to-Film Concert
DESCRIPTION:Disney Concerts and AMP Worldwide present Disney’s MOANA Live-To-Film Concert North American tour\, featuring a full-length screening of the beloved movie accompanied by live performances of a unique on-stage musical ensemble of top Hollywood studio musicians\, Polynesian rhythm masters and vocalists\, celebrating the music and songs from this award-winning Walt Disney Animation Studios’ animated classic.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/disneys-moana-live-to-film-concert/
LOCATION:The Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Riverside Dr.\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Appalachian Arts":MAILTO:clarkmh1@appstate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T210000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20251006T055127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T210851Z
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SUMMARY:Freshen Up Comedy Open Mic at VOWL Bar
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday Alex Parsons and Josie Beers host Freshen Up at VOWL Bar. \nStand up comedy open mic with a focus on new material.\nBring your best new jokes each week or just come watch your favorite local comedians \nAnyone is welcome to participate\nSignups start at 6:30pm\, show starts at 7pm \nno cover\nages 21+
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/freshen-up-comedy-open-mic-at-vowl-bar-32/
LOCATION:DSSOLVR\, 63 N Lexington ave\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T210000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20251006T055241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T210906Z
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SUMMARY:RAD Comedy featuring Kevin Casey White
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville\, NC. This week we are excited to have Kevin Casey White from NYC! \nHailed by the Chicago Tribune as the “physical expression of an exclamation point\,” Kevin Casey White’s new stand-up special\, “Harangue” (800 Pound Gorilla Records)\, was featured in Paste Magazine\, named “Lightning in a bottle” by The Comedy Bureau\, and was awarded “Best Stand Up Special” at The Comedy Film Festival. This\, paired with appearances on Comedy Central (Alternatino)\, Amazon Prime\, Audible\, Nerdist\, and Romania’s Got Talent (yes\, really) Kevin has weaseled his way into the comedy world’s good graces—earning praise from heavyweights like Will Arnett (Bojack Horseman\, Arrested Development)\, who called his style “fair\, unbiased wit” which is just a classy way of saying he makes fun of everyone. \nfeaturing David Louis and Sarah Love \nages 18+\nDoors at 6:30pm\, show at 7pm\nTickets $15 advance\, $18 day of
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/rad-comedy-featuring-kevin-casey-white/
LOCATION:The River Arts District Brewing Company\, 13 Mystery Street\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T100000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20250928T131447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T133754Z
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SUMMARY:Artscapades
DESCRIPTION:Discussion Topic: “Favorite Supplies\, Hacks\, Recycles and DIY”\nPlease RSVP by 10/16/25 AT:  MARIELAATTHESTUDIO@GMAIL.COM
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/artscapades/
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:20251021T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T200000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20250919T150657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T192701Z
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SUMMARY:PERFORMANCE: The Music of John Cage\, Lou Harrison\, Arnold Schoenberg\, and Amy Williams
DESCRIPTION:Asheville Symphony Orchestra and BMCM+AC Present\nThe Music of John Cage\, Lou Harrison\, Arnold Schoenberg\, and Amy Williams\nTuesday\, October 21\, 2025 at 7 pm\nBlack Mountain College Museum + Arts Center {120 College Street\, Asheville\, NC}\nTICKETS – $15 General Admission / $10 for BMCM+AC members + Students w/ID\n(https://www.tickettailor.com/events/blackmountaincollegemuseumartscenter/1860212)  \nOn Tuesday\, October 21 at 7 pm\, the Asheville Symphony Orchestra\, in partnership with Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center\, will present a chamber concert featuring the music of John Cage\, Lou Harrison\, Arnold Schoenberg\, and Amy Williams. The program highlights music that reshaped 20th century sound and celebrates the experimental spirit of Black Mountain College. This event is presented in conjunction with the exhibition Points in Space: Performance at Black Mountain College\, on view at the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center (September 5\, 2025 – January 10\, 2026). \nAbout the program: \nThe evening begins with pianist and composer Amy Williams performing excerpts from John Cage’s Sonatas and Interludes for prepared piano. Written between 1946 and 1948\, this cycle of twenty short pieces uses bolts\, screws\, and other objects inserted into the strings of a piano to create shimmering\, bell-like sounds. Cage was influenced at the time by Indian philosophy and the writings of Ananda K. Coomaraswamy\, which shaped the meditative and balanced character of the music. First performed at Black Mountain College in 1948\, Sonatas and Interludes is now considered one of Cage’s most important works. \nThe Asheville Symphony String Quartet\, featuring Brian Allen\, Karen Pommerich\, Kara Poorbaugh\, and Franklin Keel\, will perform Arnold Schoenberg’s String Quartet No. 1 in D minor\, Op. 7. Written in 1904–05\, this expansive\, single-movement work lasts nearly 50 minutes and traces an emotional journey from late romantic lyricism toward the boundaries of modernism. It is one of Schoenberg’s most groundbreaking early compositions\, showing the first signs of the new harmonic language that would later define him as the father of twelve-tone music. \nThe program concludes with the Asheville Symphony Percussion Quartet\, featuring Todd Mueller\, Matthew Richmond\, Nathan Tingler\, and Brian Tinkel\, performing Amy Williams’s Dream Landscape alongside Double Music by John Cage and Lou Harrison. Dream Landscape evokes shifting sonic textures\, and Double Music\, composed jointly by Cage and Harrison in 1941\, is a playful and inventive work for four percussionists. The evening will feature guest soloist and composer Amy Williams performing alongside the musicians from the Asheville Symphony Orchestra. The program reflects the collaborative spirit that both composers carried into their years at Black Mountain College. \nThis concert resonates with the history of the 1944 Summer Music Institute at Black Mountain College. That gathering brought together many of Schoenberg’s closest colleagues\, including Edward Steuermann\, Ernst Krenek\, and Roger Sessions\, and marked the largest celebration of Schoenberg’s music in America at the time. Sessions later described it as “the most important thing that has ever happened in musical education in America.”\n___\nThe “fresh\, daring and incisive” (Fanfare) compositions of Amy Williams have been presented by leading international performers\, including the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra\, Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra\, JACK Quartet\, Bent Frequency\, Ensemble Musikfabrik\, Wet Ink\, International Contemporary Ensemble\, Junction Trio\, Orpheus\, pianist Ursula Oppens\, soprano Tony Arnold and bassist Robert Black. Her pieces appear on the Albany\, Parma\, Blue Griffin\, Centaur and New Focus labels. As a member of the Bugallo-Williams Piano Duo\, she has performed throughout Europe and the Americas and recorded six critically-acclaimed CDs for Wergo (works of Nancarrow\, Stravinsky\, Varèse/Feldman and Kurtág)\, as well as appearing on the Neos and Albany labels. \nMs. Williams has been awarded a Howard Foundation Fellowship\, Fromm Music Foundation Commission\, Guggenheim Fellowship\, Koussevitsky Music Foundation Commission\, two awards from the American Academy of Arts and Letters\, a Fulbright Scholars Fellowship to Ireland\, a MacDowell fellowship and the 2024 Henri Lazarof International Commission Prize. Ms. Williams holds a Ph.D. in composition from the University at Buffalo\, where she also received her Master’s degree in piano performance. She has taught at Bennington College and Northwestern University and is currently Professor of Composition at the University of Pittsburgh. She is Artistic Director of the New Music On The Point Festival in Vermont.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/performance-the-music-of-john-cage-lou-harrison-arnold-schoenberg-and-amy-williams/
LOCATION:Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center\, 120 College Street\, Asheville\, North Carolina\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center":MAILTO:info@blackmountaincollege.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T233000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20251001T210113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T210917Z
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SUMMARY:Mac Saturn
DESCRIPTION:The pride of Detroit\, Mac Saturn is coming to Asheville! The band stands as a testament to resilience and the unbreakable bonds of musical brotherhood. Emerging from adversity stronger than ever\, the five-piece rock band blends soulful swagger\, Motown-infused grooves\, and kinetic live energy that turns every show into a dance floor. Frontman Carson Macc’s smooth\, Jagger-meets-Harry Styles vocals pair with Nick Barone’s searing guitar riffs\, backed by Angelo Coppola (drums)\, Mike Moody (guitar)\, and Ian Lukas (bass)\, creating an infectious sound rooted in Motor City tradition but brimming with fresh vitality.  \nCatch us on The Grey Eagle on Oct. 21st!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/mac-saturn/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T184500
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20250921T153927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T154028Z
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SUMMARY:5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
DESCRIPTION:Colors of Fall! \nPlease wear your favorite color of Fall to 5R movement practice!\nHow does certain colors of Fall affect your mood and your body? Do certain colors bring out the best in you feeling good in your body or do they oftentimes make you feel moody or edgy? I always like to wear green it helps men to feel grounded to the Earth! Join us for this colorful movement exploration! We move to the maps created by Gabrielle Roth.  Picture by Sreekumar Pillai \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 9 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 and Body! \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-42/
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:20251023T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T190000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20250818T200757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T215121Z
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SUMMARY:Sunset Yoga & Private Salt Cave - October 23rd
DESCRIPTION:We’ll begin with a 45-minute private Salt Cave session\, soaking in its nourishing properties and benefits of salt therapy together. In the final 15 minutes\, your instructor Ceiara\, will guide you through gentle\, mindful movements will guide your awareness back to the present\, preparing body and mind for yoga on the deck overlooking downtown and the beautiful mountains. As the sun sets over the mountains\, enjoy a grounding Slow-Flow-N-Yin practice on the deck —unraveling tension in the body\, quieting the mind\, and setting the tone for a sweet\, restful sleep. Props (yoga blocks\, straps\, and blankets) are provided. Space is limited to just 10 participants\, so reserve your spot today. You are welcome to slowly stroll the meditation gardens and labyrinth before or after our time together. Please bring your own mat or we will have them provided.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/sunset-yoga-private-salt-cave-october-23rd/
LOCATION:Asheville Salt Cave\, 16 North Liberty St\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Salt Cave":MAILTO:info@ashevillesaltcave.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T193000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20251010T003014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T142337Z
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SUMMARY:Nielsen Big Idea Lecture: Dr. Chenjerai Kumanyika
DESCRIPTION:Warren Wilson College is honored to welcome Dr. Chenjerai Kumanyika as the featured speaker for their Nielsen Big Idea Lecture in Fall 2025. \nDr. Kumanyika is a celebrated journalist\, scholar\, and audio storyteller whose work has reshaped how we understand American history and identity. His Peabody Award–winning podcast Uncivil unearthed untold stories of the Civil War\, while his groundbreaking series Empire City— named one of the top podcasts of 2024 by The New York Times\, The Washington Post\, and The Atlantic— explores the history and impact of the New York Police Department. He is also widely known for his contributions to the acclaimed podcast Seeing White\, which examines the history of race and whiteness in America. \nCurrently an assistant professor at NYU’s Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute\, Dr. Kumanyika specializes in historically focused\, narrative non-fiction audio journalism. His work challenges deeply rooted American myths\, particularly around race\, policing\, and national identity\, inviting audiences to confront history with clarity and courage. \nIn this lecture\, Dr. Kumanyika will share insights from his podcasting career and research\, tracing the legacies of policing in New York City while also reflecting on the power of narrative storytelling to shift public understanding. \nJoin us for an evening of compelling ideas\, bold storytelling\, and a vital conversation about how history\, myth\, and media shape our present. The lecture will be from 7 to 8:30\, with a reception to follow. The event is open to the public and all are welcome. No registration is required.  \nVisitors from off campus should park in the Admissions parking lot located just beyond Orr Cottage\, located at 114 Lower College Rd\, Swannanoa\, NC. For google maps directions\, you can use this dropped pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4EqWwmK51EtHn5uq8
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/nielsen-big-idea-lecture-dr-chenjerai-kumanyika-2/
LOCATION:Warren Wilson College\, 701 Warren Wilson Rd\, Swannanoa\, NC\, 28778\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T193000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20250914T213947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T195938Z
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SUMMARY:Nielsen Big Idea Lecture: Dr. Chenjerai Kumanyika
DESCRIPTION:Warren Wilson College is honored to welcome Dr. Chenjerai Kumanyika as the featured speaker for their Nielsen Big Idea Lecture in Fall 2025.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/nielsen-big-idea-lecture-dr-chenjerai-kumanyika/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T203000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20250813T175906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T124309Z
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SUMMARY:Justice Forum
DESCRIPTION:Pisgah Legal’s 14th annual Justice Forum will be held at the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium in downtown Asheville on Thursday\, October 23rd. There will be a ticketed\, pre-event reception at 5:30pm followed by the free Justice Forum at 7:00pm. A live-streaming option will be available for those that prefer to join virtually and there will be several Regional Watch Parties in communities across WNC.  \nWe host this event each year to call for justice and to generate honest conversation about pressing local and national issues. This year\, we are honored to welcome Dr. Imani Perry as our Forum speaker. Dr. Perry brings a powerful voice to questions of race\, justice\, culture\, and democracy in America. Her work challenges us to think deeply about our shared history and imagine a more equitable future. We look forward to an evening of thought-provoking insight and inspiration. \nEvent Details\nThursday\, October 23\, 2025\nThomas Wolfe Auditorium\nHarrah’s Cherokee Center\, Asheville \n5:30 pm Reception\n7:00 pm Justice Forum with Imani Perry \nSign Up Today!\nFree – The Forum is free to attend (in-person or via livestream) thanks to our generous sponsors. Registration is required. Please visit www.pisgahlegal.org/2025-justiceforum/ \nTo learn more about our ticketed\, pre-event reception and Regional Watch Parties\, visit: https://www.pisgahlegal.org/2025-justiceforum/
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/justice-forum/
LOCATION:Thomas Wolfe Auditorium\, 87 Haywood Street\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pisgah Legal Services":MAILTO:brent@pisgahlegal.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T210000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20250829T181847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T003535Z
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SUMMARY:Josh Blue: Berserker Tour
DESCRIPTION:Thur\, Oct 23 • 7 pm \nAfter winning Last Comic Standing\, Josh Blue skyrocketed to fame\, delivering knockout sets on The Tonight Show and earning 3rd place on America’s Got Talent. Headlining 200+ shows annually\, he shatters stereotypes about disabilities through his hilarious\, unforgettable performances worldwide.  \n“I think it’s the year of Josh Blue”—Howie Mandel\, America’s Got Talent  \nSpotlight on Josh Blue: \nFirst comedian to perform stand-up on The Ellen DeGeneres Show\nRepresented Team USA in 8 countries as a Paralympic soccer player\nHis hit specials can be seen on Netflix\, Showtime\, Hulu\, and Amazon\nFeatured in People Magazine\, The New York Times\, and on NPR’s Talk of the Nation\nAsheville gets just one shot at this tour stop!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/josh-blue-berserker-tour/
LOCATION:Diana Wortham Theatre\, 2 S. Pack Square\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T210000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154920
CREATED:20251021T042408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T192642Z
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SUMMARY:Antidote Comedy featuring Derek Boskovich
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have local legend Derek Boskovich on the rooftop bar at Antidote! \nChemist Spirts welcomes a group of 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. \nDerek Boskovich is an up-and-coming standup based in Asheville\, North Carolina. When he isn’t performing at clubs and bars all over the country\, he is serving brunch to tourists in West Asheville. Derek’s comedy style is saying smart things dumb and dumb things smart\, so he’s got a little something for everyone. You can find him on TikTok at @derekbosko and instagram at @derekboskovich \ndoors at 6:30pm\, show at 7pm\nTickets $15
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/antidote-comedy-featuring-derek-boskovich/
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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