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SUMMARY:Afro Rhythm with Chinobay & Jordan 11.8
DESCRIPTION:Ugandan musician Chinobay and blind born singer-songwriter Jordan Scheffer create a powerful musical conversation that bridges continents\, traditions\, and genres. Rooted in African rhythms\, storytelling\, and global fusion\, their performances weave together the warm\, expressive voice of Jordan Scheffer with Chinobay’s masterful musicianship on instruments including the Kora\, Kalimba\, Endongo\, and Talking drum.\nTogether\, they offer an experience that is both deeply intimate and joyfully alive — blending Afro-funk\, folk\, soul\, and world music into a sound that feels borderless. Their connection on stage is built on mentorship\, friendship\, and a shared belief in music as a force for healing\, cultural exchange\, and connection. \nJoin us for a powerful afternoon of rhythm\, culture\, and artistry that resonates deep within the soul.\nPart of our Afro Rhythm series produced by Chinobay and White Horse Black Mountain.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/afro-rhythm-with-chinobay-jordan-11-8/
LOCATION:The White Horse Black Mountain\, 105 Montreat Road\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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SUMMARY:Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers
DESCRIPTION:STANDING ROOM ONLY \nTEEN JESUS AND THE JEAN TEASERS\nARIA Award-winning indie-rock four piece Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers – Anna Ryan (they/she; vocals/guitar)\, Scarlett McKahey (she/her; guitar/vocals)\, Jaida Stephenson (she/her; bass) and Neve van Boxsel (she/her; drums) – have gone from strength to strength since the release of their debut EP Pretty Good For A Girl Band (2022)\, with its lead single ‘Girl Sports’ landing at #55 on the triple j Hottest 100. Their debut album I Love You (2023) landed at #6 on the ARIA Charts\, placed at #52 on the Hottest 100 (‘I Used To Be Fun’)\, with its deluxe I Love You Too (2024) featuring new singles ‘Dull’ ft. Softcult and ‘Please Me’ ft. The Linda Lindas – the former landing at #187 in triple j’s Hottest 200 this year. \nNow based across Ngunnawal/Canberra\, and Naarm/Melbourne\, Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers are just as concerned about issues facing today’s women\, non-binary people and young people everywhere as they are with making music that continues to push boundaries and expectations. They are ambassadors for Green Music’s No Music on a Dead Planet\, played Rising Tide on Parliament House steps\, contributed to the Parliament inquiry into challenges and opportunities within the Australian live music industry and are firm supporters of Michael’s Rule. This is a band never to be pigeonholed\, and definitely never underestimated.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/teen-jesus-and-the-jean-teasers/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rumpelstiltskin - Playhouse Jr. - 11/12-11/15
DESCRIPTION:​\nA world premiere musical spun from the Grimm Brothers’ classic — a tale of gold\, grit\, and a touch of magic\, set to a captivating score that fuses folk\, rap\, and percussion. \nThe kingdom is in crisis\, the villagers are hungry\, and their future rests in the hands of a poor miller’s daughter. Her only hope is a daring bargain with a mysterious stranger — one that tests the worth of a name\, the power of trust\, and the courage to spark change. \nThis new musical explores the cost of greed and the grace of kindness\, reminding us that what truly matters can’t be measured in gold. \nBe the first to experience a brand-new American musical by Ben Mackel\, developed through the Playhouse Jr. Licensing New Works Initiative. Created entirely under our roof\, this world premiere offers new theatre for all — big and small — continuing a bright new chapter of storytelling from the Playhouse’s stage to the world’s. \nEvent Times:\n11/12 –  7pm\, 11/13 – 7pm\, 11/14 – 2pm & 6pm \, 11/15 – 2pm
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/rumpelstiltskin-playhouse-jr-11-12-11-15/
LOCATION:Flat Rock Playhouse\,  2661 Greenville Highway\, Flat Rock\, NC\, 28731\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T200000
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SUMMARY:Jesse Roper
DESCRIPTION:STANDING ROOM ONLY \nJESSE ROPER\nJesse Roper is a modern-day troubadour; a Canadian artist defined by his authenticity and adventurous spirit; guitar in hand and a grin on his face. \nJesse\, along with long-time bandmates the Pretty Good Band\, has spent much of the last few years travelling the highways\, byways and backroads of North America\, bringing his own brand of modern\, indie-infused Americana blues to fervent audiences across the continent. Known for his powerhouse live performances\, Jesse is truly electrifying on stage – his soulful vocals expanding across silky guitars and hard-hitting grooves. You’d never guess that this soldier of the six string – all mischief\, mayhem and virtuoso guitar playing – experienced crippling stage-fright long into his 20s. Today\, the stage is his home and he’s inviting you in\, cold one in hand\, for one helluva good time. \nOf course\, he’s more than a magnetising stage presence and great hair – Jesse has the goods to back this up. A master at connecting his personal experiences to his songwriting\, he crafts wildly entertaining narratives of the challenges and eccentricities of life\, pulling inspiration from all that surrounds him. His musings on love (both won and lost)\, the call of the road and the promise of what’s round the corner draw similarities to JJ Cale\, Leon Bridges\, and Alabama Shakes. His innate musical talent and flexibility of style have seen him play with soul icon Booker T. Jones\, rock veteran Colin James\, blues belter Beth Hart\, and Canadian legend Burton Cummings. Across streaming platforms\, he’s racked up over 500\,000 monthly listeners and millions of streams. \nWhile based in Victoria BC\, Jesse is back on the road with the Pretty Good Band throughout 2026. All seasoned musicians themselves\, the band is Matt Reid (bass)\, Chris Van Sickle (keys)\, East Coast Pete (guitar) and Brent Norman (drums). “Each one of these guys on their own is funnier and smarter than I am\, but somehow I’m the band leader\,” Jesse laughs. “I’m a lucky lead guy to have these cats in my band. They’re Pretty Good.”
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/jesse-roper/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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SUMMARY:Eddie 9V
DESCRIPTION:STANDING ROOM ONLY \nEDDIE 9V\nEddie 9V has an endless stockpile of cool stories – and you’ll find twelve of them on his most recent studio album Saratoga\, released in November 2024 on the fabled Ruf Records label. A thrilling mix of Southern soul\, blues\, rock\, and funk\, Saratoga proved to be a gamechanger: a road trip-ready record filled with razor-sharp observations\, vintage textures\, and raw humanity. It also marked a major career milestone: Eddie 9V’s soulful sound began reaching hundreds of thousands of new fans across the globe. \nNow signed to Easy Eye Sound — the Nashville-based label founded by Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys — Eddie 9V is preparing to release a brand-new album in 2026. And the momentum keeps growing. Since Saratoga dropped\, Eddie’s monthly listeners on Spotify have exploded from 8\,000 to peaking at over 800\,000.. Songs like “Halo\,” “Saratoga” and “Love Moves Slow” have become SiriusXM Spectrum-certified tracks\, gaining steady spins and major audience love. \nBut this rise is years in the making. From the day he first slung a guitar on a local Georgia stage\, Eddie 9V (born Brooks Mason) has been an artist to watch. First cutting his teeth in cover bands and regional blues circuits\, he made the leap to full-time frontman with a name that couldn’t be ignored. “I wanted to start from scratch – and I ain’t never heard of no bluesman named Eddie 9V.” \nThat leap paid off. His early albums Left My Soul In Memphis (2019) and Little Black Flies (2021) turned heads for their wild energy and vintage flair. 2022’s Capricorn was a breakout moment\, earning rave reviews from Classic Rock\, The Guardian\, and more. It debuted at #1 on the blues charts before being dethroned by Bonnie Raitt — “a cool story to be able to say\,” Eddie laughs. \nBy the time Saratoga arrived\, Eddie 9V had evolved into a full-spectrum songwriter\, tapping into deep wells of soul and storytelling alongside his brother and longtime collaborator Lane Kelly. Much of the album was recorded at their Echo Deco Studio in Atlanta\, with some sessions at Denver’s Crown Lanes Studio. From the disco-tinged horns of the title track to the fuzzed-out dreamscape of “Delta\,” it’s a record that widened the lens without losing the grit. \nNow with a major label partner\, national tours\, SiriusXM airplay\, and streaming growth that shows no signs of slowing\, Eddie 9V is poised for the next chapter. A new album is on the horizon. The band is sharper than ever. And if Saratoga was the ignition\, what’s coming next is the open highway. \n“I’m already writing new songs\,” he says. “You never stop.”
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/eddie-9v-2/
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:20261113T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T230000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
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SUMMARY:Eddie 9V
DESCRIPTION:Eddie 9V has an endless stockpile of cool stories – and you’ll find twelve of them on his most recent studio album Saratoga\, released in November 2024 on the fabled Ruf Records label. A thrilling mix of Southern soul\, blues\, rock\, and funk\, Saratoga proved to be a gamechanger: a road trip-ready record filled with razor-sharp observations\, vintage textures\, and raw humanity. It also marked a major career milestone: Eddie 9V’s soulful sound began reaching hundreds of thousands of new fans across the globe. \nNow signed to Easy Eye Sound — the Nashville-based label founded by Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys — Eddie 9V is preparing to release a brand-new album in 2026. And the momentum keeps growing. Since Saratoga dropped\, Eddie’s monthly listeners on Spotify have exploded from 8\,000 to peaking at over 800\,000.. Songs like “Halo\,” “Saratoga” and “Love Moves Slow” have become SiriusXM Spectrum-certified tracks\, gaining steady spins and major audience love. \nBut this rise is years in the making. From the day he first slung a guitar on a local Georgia stage\, Eddie 9V (born Brooks Mason) has been an artist to watch. First cutting his teeth in cover bands and regional blues circuits\, he made the leap to full-time frontman with a name that couldn’t be ignored. “I wanted to start from scratch – and I ain’t never heard of no bluesman named Eddie 9V.” \nThat leap paid off. His early albums Left My Soul In Memphis (2019) and Little Black Flies (2021) turned heads for their wild energy and vintage flair. 2022’s Capricorn was a breakout moment\, earning rave reviews from Classic Rock\, The Guardian\, and more. It debuted at #1 on the blues charts before being dethroned by Bonnie Raitt — “a cool story to be able to say\,” Eddie laughs. \nBy the time Saratoga arrived\, Eddie 9V had evolved into a full-spectrum songwriter\, tapping into deep wells of soul and storytelling alongside his brother and longtime collaborator Lane Kelly. Much of the album was recorded at their Echo Deco Studio in Atlanta\, with some sessions at Denver’s Crown Lanes Studio. From the disco-tinged horns of the title track to the fuzzed-out dreamscape of “Delta\,” it’s a record that widened the lens without losing the grit. \nNow with a major label partner\, national tours\, SiriusXM airplay\, and streaming growth that shows no signs of slowing\, Eddie 9V is poised for the next chapter. A new album is on the horizon. The band is sharper than ever. And if Saratoga was the ignition\, what’s coming next is the open highway. \n“I’m already writing new songs\,” he says. “You never stop.”
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/eddie-9v/
LOCATION:THE GREY EAGLE MUSIC HALL\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T110000
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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-2026-5/
LOCATION:Asheville Art Museum\, 2 S Pack Square\, Asheville\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260824T161921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T224624Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Firing Festival at the Village Potters Clay Center
DESCRIPTION:This fall\, The Village Potters Clay Center of Asheville\, NC\, is opening its kilns and throwing a party. The Fall Firing Festival\, happening November 14 from 10am to 4pm\, is a celebration of handmade pottery\, the artists who make it\, and the remarkable community that has supported The Village Potters through an extraordinary few years. \nVisitors can expect lots of fresh work straight from the kiln\, live demonstrations\, food\, holiday shopping\, and plenty of opportunities to meet the artists who make The Village Potters such a vibrant part of Asheville’s creative community. After Hurricane Helene forced the organization to rebuild from the ground up\, hundreds of people showed up to help The Village Potters find its way forward. Now\, in its new home at Westgate in the heart of Asheville\, the organization is inviting everyone back to celebrate what that support made possible. \nTHIS is a party worth celebrating. Come see what Asheville’s clay community has been making\, enjoy a beautiful fall day\, find something wonderful for your home\, and celebrate the artists\, students\, friends\, customers\, and neighbors who helped keep this community firing on all cylinders.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/fall-firing-festival-at-the-village-potters-clay-center/
LOCATION:The Village Potters Clay Center\, 191 Lyman Street\, #180\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Village Potters Clay Center":MAILTO:info@thevillagepotters.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
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SUMMARY:Makerspace
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the studio for a drop-in art activity led by Museum staff. Participants will be invited to create an artwork of their own inspired by the Museum’s Collection or our current exhibitions. \nAll ages and abilities are welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult).
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/makerspace-5/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260805T152549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T134204Z
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SUMMARY:Asheville Symphony Masterworks 3: Double Take
DESCRIPTION:Darko Butorac\, conductor\nInna Faliks\, minimoog  \nSome moments demand a double take: Romeo catching sight of Juliet across a crowded ballroom\, a synthesizer taking the stage where the piano should be. This program explores impossible and intoxicating pairings. Sergei Prokofiev conjures Shakespeare’s star-crossed tragedy in all its beauty and brutality — forbidden love\, violent delights\, and violent ends. Grandson Gabriel Prokofiev offers his own unlikely pairing with the first-ever concerto for Asheville’s own Minimoog\, where acid house collides with the classical and shattering convention becomes a family tradition. \nKabalevsky: Overture from Colas Breugnon\nGabriel Prokofiev: Concerto for Minimoog Synthesizer and Orchestra\nSergei Prokofiev: Romeo & Juliet Suite
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/asheville-symphony-masterworks-3-double-take/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church of Asheville\, 5 Oak Street\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Symphony":MAILTO:scungate@ashevillesymphony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T213000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260722T155938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T211603Z
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SUMMARY:The Misfit Improv Comedy Show
DESCRIPTION:Asheville’s best improvisers bring you a fast-paced\, interactive comedy show full of scenes\, songs\, and games—all based on your suggestions. The second half features a fully improvised musical. Come laugh with us at a show made just for you.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-misfit-improv-comedy-show-12/
LOCATION:NC Stage Company\, 15 Stage Ln\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Misfit Improv":MAILTO:info@misfitimprov.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T220000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260527T052737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T110117Z
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SUMMARY:Don't Tell Comedy\, Hendersonville
DESCRIPTION:Show Details\n This show will be at an indoor location. \nNo Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Food is available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available. \nThis show will have chairs provided. \n♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible. \n21+ show. \nAbout Don’t Tell Comedy\n Secret Locations.\nShhh…it’s a surprise. As you can see\, we only advertise the general area or neighborhood for each show. The precise location and other important show details will be sent to you at 8:00 AM the day of the show. If you don’t see it in your inbox you can find the info on show day right here. \nSecret Comedians.\nNo spoilers! All comedians remain unknown until the moment they take the stage. But don’t fret\, we carefully curate lineups of 4-7 different comics to create a hilarious and diverse show. The best part is—you never know who might show up! \nYou might discover your next favorite underground comedian or see a fan favorite. We specialize in introducing audiences to the best-emerging talent from cities around the world through a mix of the best local and nationally touring comedians. \nUnique Live Experience.\nHonestly\, we’re over the whole debt-inducing two-drink minimum thing. We’re dedicated to providing you with a unique and fun live comedy experience—one which doesn’t require you to take out a second mortgage. We thrive on good vibes and welcome you to be a part of the DTC community. \nDoors at 7:30pm\, show at 8pm
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/dont-tell-comedy-hendersonville-17/
LOCATION:Trailside Brewing Company Hendersonville\, NC\, 173 Lenox Park Dr\, Hendersonville\, NC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T220000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260805T152555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T134211Z
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SUMMARY:Asheville Symphony Masterworks 3: Double Take
DESCRIPTION:Darko Butorac\, conductor\nInna Faliks\, minimoog  \nSome moments demand a double take: Romeo catching sight of Juliet across a crowded ballroom\, a synthesizer taking the stage where the piano should be. This program explores impossible and intoxicating pairings. Sergei Prokofiev conjures Shakespeare’s star-crossed tragedy in all its beauty and brutality — forbidden love\, violent delights\, and violent ends. Grandson Gabriel Prokofiev offers his own unlikely pairing with the first-ever concerto for Asheville’s own Minimoog\, where acid house collides with the classical and shattering convention becomes a family tradition. \nKabalevsky: Overture from Colas Breugnon\nGabriel Prokofiev: Concerto for Minimoog Synthesizer and Orchestra\nSergei Prokofiev: Romeo & Juliet Suite
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/asheville-symphony-masterworks-3-double-take-2/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church of Asheville\, 5 Oak Street\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Symphony":MAILTO:scungate@ashevillesymphony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T220000
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SUMMARY:Caitlin Krisko & The Broadcast: Album Release Show
DESCRIPTION:STANDING ROOM ONLY \nCAITLIN KRISKO & THE BROADCAST \nCaitlin Krisko & The Broadcast\, led by Detroit native Caitlin Krisko\, blend soulful blues\, rock and roll\, and emotionally charged songwriting into a bold take on modern roots rock. Rolling Stone called Krisko “one of the best kept vocal secrets of the southeast.”\nIndependently\, the band has surpassed one million streams and released two self-produced EPs\, landing singles on coveted Spotify editorial playlists including “Blue Ballads” and “Modern Blues Rock.” On the road\, they’ve shared stages with Marcus King\, Blackberry Smoke\, Tedeschi Trucks Band\, and Greta Van Fleet\, while also appearing at major festivals across the US and UK. In 2026\, the band was nominated for Best International Artist at the UK Blues Awards\, leading towards a busy year of touring internationally and releasing new music.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/caitlin-krisko-the-broadcast-album-release-show/
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:20261115T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T220000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260825T202229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T213044Z
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SUMMARY:Mama’s Broke: ‘Reunion’ Album Release Tour
DESCRIPTION:SEATED SHOW (general admission seating) \nMAMA’S BROKE\nFor more than a decade\, Mama’s Broke\, the Canadian duo of Amy Lou Keeler and Lisa Maria\, have forged a style carried across landscapes rather than tied to one. Their forthcoming 12-song LP Reunion\, out August 28 via Free Dirt Records and Forward Music Group\, follows years in near-constant motion\, bringing their folk-without-borders approach to small clubs\, DIY spaces\, and everywhere in between. Winners of the Canadian Folk Music Award for Ensemble of the Year for their 2017 debut Count the Wicked\, their music is rooted in long days playing for passing crowds and traveling by foot\, as well as in the deep wells of folk lineage they’ve tapped into across Eastern Canada\, Appalachia\, Ireland\, and beyond. Their sound doesn’t belong to any one place so much as it passes through them\, grounded in the traditions that shaped it. \nThat foundation was built long before stages and studio sessions\, in traveling communities where music functioned as both currency and connection. The two met within a global network of musicians funding their way through shared songs\, carrying only what they could as they traded melodies and stories across the miles. Playing for hours at a time on the street demanded a repertoire that could hold attention and sustain emotion\, drawing them deep into traditional material and the discipline of close harmony. Over time\, the songs became a common language\, connecting what came before with the music they were making together. \nBuilding on their JUNO-nominated album Narrow Line (2022)\, Reunion reflects a world coming apart in plain sight\, tracing fractured communities\, the erosion of shared ground\, and the growing awareness that the systems we were taught to trust no longer hold or deliver the promises they were meant to keep. The songs don’t preach or prescribe; they reflect\, holding up a mirror and leaving space for something else to take shape. \nRecorded just outside Nashville in Goodlettsville\, Tennessee\, Reunion features subtle contributions from bassist Paul Kowert (Gillian Welch & David Rawlings) and others\, adding depth without pulling focus from the record’s acoustic core. At its heart\, Mama’s Broke remains what it has always been: two voices\, intertwined\, both fragile and enduring. Reunion asks what it means to make something that lasts: not a place you’re from\, or even a place you return to\, but what you make together\, and how long it lasts\, if you tend to it. \nMama’s Broke are touring their new album in North America and Europe throughout 2026 and 2027.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/mamas-broke-reunion-album-release-tour/
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:20261117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260806T204551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T134220Z
UID:96110-1794942000-1794949200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Solo Piano Showcase with Inna Faliks
DESCRIPTION:Described by The New Yorker as “adventurous and passionate\,” Asheville Symphony guest pianist Inna Faliks presents a program featuring works by Clara and Robert Schumann\, Beethoven\, and Chopin\, all showcasing her poetic and communicative style. \nClara Schumann: 3 Romances in A minor\, Op. 21: No. 1\nChopin: Scherzo in B minor Op. 20\, No. 1\nChopin: Nocturne in D-flat major\, Op. 27\, No. 2\nBeethoven: Piano Sonata No. 23 in F minor\, Op. 57\, “Appassionata”\nRobert Schumann: Symphonic Études\, Op. 13
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/solo-piano-showcase-with-inna-faliks/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church of Asheville\, 5 Oak Street\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Symphony":MAILTO:scungate@ashevillesymphony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260716T213832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T214959Z
UID:95148-1794994200-1794999600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:The Art of Yoga | Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Museum every third Wednesday for a harmonious blend of artistic inspiration and mindful movement! Our Wednesday 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. \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-wednesdays-4/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260825T212246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T213053Z
UID:97001-1795028400-1795035600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Golden Folk Sessions
DESCRIPTION:6PM DOORS / 7PM SHOW\nFULLY SEATED SHOW \nGOLDEN FOLK SESSIONS\nGolden Folk Sessions (formerly Open Folk AVL) offers an intimate\, carefully curated listening experience that celebrates the art of original music. Each event showcases six handpicked artists\, performing three-song sets in a quiet\, seated environment where the music takes center stage. To add a sense of surprise and discovery\, the lineup is revealed only when the show begins. \nRunning from 7–9 PM\, these early shows create the perfect evening for music lovers who value live performances and a good night’s rest. \nWith over 100 shows hosted and extraordinary artists from around the globe gracing our stage\, Golden Folk Sessions is entering an exciting new chapter. Under a new name and with a new home at The Grey Eagle—one of the Southeast’s most iconic venues—we’re thrilled to continue fostering community through music. \nStaying true to our values of accessibility\, we aim to make music available to everyone. Presale tickets guarantee your seat and support both Golden Folk Sessions and The Grey Eagle. For those attending on the day of the show\, our “pay what you can\, if you can” option ensures that all are welcome to be part of this unique and meaningful experience. \n• $10 General Admission (presale) \n• $0-$25 Day-of-Show (no minimum) \nWe can’t wait to see y’all there.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/golden-folk-sessions-5/
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:20261119T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260716T214026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T215007Z
UID:95151-1795107600-1795122000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Third Thursday | Featuring guitarist Eric Congdon
DESCRIPTION:Every Third Thursday\, the Museum comes alive with an evening filled with music\, tours\, art making\, special cocktails in our rooftop café\, and more! \nFeaturing classical guitarist Eric Congdon.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/third-thursday-featuring-guitarist-eric-congdon/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T220000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260825T223008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T110007Z
UID:97012-1795204800-1795212000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:King Buffalo w/ L.A. Witch
DESCRIPTION:STANDING ROOM ONLY \nKING BUFFALO\nKing Buffalo is the trio of vocalist/guitarist Sean McVay\, bassist Dan Reynolds\, and drummer Scott Donaldson. Since forming in 2013\, the self-proclaimed “heavy psych” band has made its name via 4 Full-lengths\, 4EPs\, and tours with Clutch\, Uncle Acid and the Deadbeats\, All Them Witches\, The Sword\, and Elder. \nL.A. WITCH\nL.A. Witch have always exuded an aura of effortless cool\, whether it manifested as the Americana noir and laconic back-to-basics rock n’ roll of their self-titled debut or the blistering austere adventurism of their sophomore album Play With Fire. The band—comprised of Sade Sanchez (guitar/vocals)\, Irita Pai (bass)\, and Ellie English (drums)—began as an informal affair\, but the sultry and beguiling reverb-draped songs they created caught on with the public\, moving the project beyond the insular space of the band’s friends and peers in Southern California into the broader world. On their latest album\, DOGGOD\, the trio push their craft beyond their previous creative and geographical confines\, opting to craft the material in Paris\, recording the tracks at Motorbass Studio on the Rue de Martyrs. DOGGOD explores broader swaths of sonic terrain\, employs a greater arsenal of tones\, and probes larger existential and cosmic themes\, all while retaining the band’s signature sense of the forbidden\, the forsaken\, and the foreboding.\nDOGGOD is a way of tackling the universal riddle tangled in the spiritual nature of love and devotion. “I feel like I’m some sort of servant or slave to love\,” says Sanchez. “There’s a willingness to die for love in the process of serving it or suffering for it or in search of it… just in the way a loyal\, devoted servant dog would.” The album title is a palindrome fusing together DOG and GOD—an exaltation of the submissive and a subversion of the divine. It’s a nod to the purity of dogs and an acknowledgement of their unconditional love and protective nature that’s at odds with the various pejoratives associated with the species. “There is this symbolic connection between women and dogs that expresses women’s subordinate position in society\,” Sanchez explains. “And anything that embodies such divine characteristics never deserved to be a word used as an insult.” \nThese conflicted explorations of love and subservience manifest themselves in L.A. Witch’s fusion of their trademark smooth and smoky garage alchemy with a newfound utilization of post-punk’s disciplined reserve and icy instrumentation. Album opener “Icicle” captures the band journeying out of the proto-punk\, psychedelia\, and gritty riffage of the ‘70s into the chorus-drenched guitars and forlorn minimalism of Joy Division and early The Cure. A parallel is drawn between romantic suicide and martyrdom that carries over into the second song\, “Kiss Me Deep.” Here Sanchez describes a love so pure that it transcends time and carries over into multiple lifetimes. It’s a song about passion delivered in the worldly and wounded stoicism of early goth pioneers. From there\, the band segues into the lead single “777\,” a song about devotion to the point of death. A propulsive beat\, a driving distorted riff\, and Sanchez’s ethereal vocals come together to create a song that’s both dire in its fatalism and sensual in its faithful passion.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/king-buffalo-w-l-a-witch/
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:20261121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T113000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260716T214415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T215014Z
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SUMMARY:The Art of Wellbeing: Therapeutic Art Making in the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Art has the power to heal\, restore\, and reconnect us to what matters most. Join us at the Asheville Art Museum for a guided art-making session led by a registered art therapist\, designed to explore how art can be a tool to nurture your mental and emotional wellbeing. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or have never picked up a paintbrush\, come as you are and leave feeling refreshed.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-art-of-wellbeing-therapeutic-art-making-in-the-museum-5/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260716T214223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T215021Z
UID:95154-1795266000-1795276800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Letterpress Demonstration with Jessica White
DESCRIPTION:Visitors are invited to print their own keepsakes with Jessica on her vintage letterpress presses\, each printed on sheets of handmade paper.  \nJessica White grew up in Taiwan and spent her childhood transported by storybooks and fairytales. Following a career in academics as the Professor of Printmaking and Chair of the Art Department at Warren Wilson College\, she is now a studio artist in Asheville\, NC\, where she makes prints\, books\, and crankies. Her work has been exhibited internationally and can be seen in public collections including Yale University\, Stanford University\, Lingnan University Hong Kong\, and the Art Institute of Chicago. She is the co-founder of Ladies of Letterpress\, a member of the Southern Highlands Craft Guild\, President of the Wood Engravers Network\, and is the founder and lead organizer for the Asheville Zine Fest and Asheville Crankie Fest. Fancy degrees she holds include a BFA in sculpture from East Carolina University\, an MA and MFA in Printmaking from the University of Iowa\, and a Graduate Certificate in Book Arts from the UIowa Center for the Book. When she’s not getting inky in the studio\, you can find her catching a breeze in her sailboat Sweet Pea.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/letterpress-demonstration-with-jessica-white/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T210000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260624T203620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T171921Z
UID:94293-1795287600-1795294800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Gluten-Free Comedy: Cranberry Herb Edition
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and all your local favorites! \nThis Saturday we have Gluten-Free Comedy: Blueberry Mosaic Edition at Ginger’s Revenge. Enjoy a cold pint of ginger beer while you laugh it up with Modelface Comedy \nages 18+\ndoors at 7:30\, show at 8pm \nTickets $18 GA\, $23 premium seating
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/gluten-free-comedy-cranberry-herb-edition/
LOCATION:Ginger’s Revenge\, 829 Riverside Drive\, 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:20261122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261122T140000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260826T023234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T213100Z
UID:97023-1795348800-1795356000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Burlesque Brunch
DESCRIPTION:-SEATED SHOW\nBURLESQUE BRUNCH \nWelcome to the most dazzling brunch experience in Asheville! Producer and award-winning burlesque sensation\, Madison Jane brings you WNC’s only all BIPOC burlesque showcase. Each month we celebrate a different lineup of delectable performers for a Sunday extravaganza of tantalizing tastes and titillating performances. The Haus of Jane’s Burlesque Brunch Showcase is a feast for the senses\, where laughter and allure collide\, creating a brunch event that’s as unforgettable as the Blue Ridge Mountains. Come hungry for glamour and ready to sip\, savor\, and be seduced by the artistry of burlesque – where every shimmy tells a story\, and every wink is an invitation to revel in the magic. Bring cash to tip your performers and prepare for a Sunday like no other!\nTickets cover entry. Food and drinks from The Grey Eagle Taqueria are available separately.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/burlesque-brunch-7/
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:20261122T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261122T160000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260716T214608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T215028Z
UID:95160-1795356000-1795363200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Exhibition on Screen | The Danish Collector: Delacroix to Gauguin
DESCRIPTION:For many years no-one was interested in the art of the Impressionists. Artists like Monet\, Degas and Renoir were vilified\, attacked\, and left penniless as a result. Then\, something remarkable happened. A new breed of collectors emerged and\, before long\, they were battling to acquire any work by these new\, radical artists that they could find. Amongst them was the visionary Danish businessman Wilhelm Hansen. It was an extraordinary moment in art history; full of drama\, intrigue and subterfuge. Some collectors we may recognize and some we may not\, but Hansen amassed a remarkable collection housed at his summer home\, Ordrupgaard\, on the outskirts of Copenhagen. Exhibition on Screen tells his fascinating story and\, with exclusive access to a sell- out exhibition at London’s Royal Academy\, brings the extraordinary collection to the big-screen in glorious high-definition. From Hansen’s beautiful house and gardens at Ordrupgaard to the streets of bohemian Paris\, this film takes you on a journey to discover some of the best examples of 19th-century French art ever collected.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/exhibition-on-screen-the-danish-collector-delacroix-to-gauguin-2/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261122T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261122T213000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260805T173735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T134227Z
UID:96062-1795375800-1795383000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Koh Kazama
DESCRIPTION:A New York City native\, Koh Kazama is a concert guitarist and educator exposing audiences to the endless possibilities of the classical guitar. He started his guitar studies at the age of six\, after being inspired by a Japanese rock musician. His diverse repertoire ranges from early music played on period instruments to contemporary music using electronic effects. \nCarnegie Hall · Symphony Space · Webster Hall · Morse Hall at Juilliard. \nDr. Kazama has performed in renowned venues\, festivals\, and concert series\, including Carnegie Hall\, Miami International GuitART Festival\, Long Island Guitar Festival\, Killington Music Festival\, Symphony Space\, Webster Hall\, WNYC New Sounds Live series\, Morse Hall (Juilliard)\, Mid-Hudson Classical Guitar Society\, and Yale Guitar Extravaganza. Recent highlights include concerts with Grammy-nominated ensemble Seraphic Fire\, a solo concert tour in Japan\, and performing as the featured artist at Killington Music Festival’s season finale chamber music concert. He has also premiered works by a wide range of prominent composers\, including Michael White (Juilliard)\, David Lang (Yale)\, William Anderson (Queens College)\, Paula Matthusen (Wesleyan)\, and Kendall Williams. \nDr. Kazama holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Stony Brook University\, where he was a scholarship student and teaching assistant of the guitar department. He completed his Bachelor of Arts in psychology\, Master of Music\, and Artist Diploma at Yale University. He received a full scholarship to attend Yale\, and he was the recipient of the Eliot Fisk Prize\, which was awarded to an outstanding guitarist whose artistic achievements and dedication have contributed greatly to the department. He attended LaGuardia Arts High School in New York City\, where he majored in cello and was part of the LaGuardia Symphony Orchestra. His major teachers have included Jerry Willard\, Benjamin Verdery\, Simon Powis\, Liam Wood\, Nadav Lev\, and David Gonzalez. \nDr. Kazama is also a dedicated teacher who has experience teaching guitar to students of various levels and ages. He is currently on the faculty at New World School of the Arts\, a partner of Miami Dade College\, University of Florida\, and Dade County Public Schools in Miami. He has previously taught as a guitar instructor at Yale University and Stony Brook University. He is also a former faculty member and alumnus of Third Street Music School Settlement\, the longest-running community music school in the United States. He is also the director of GuitarFest at New World School of the Arts\, an annual event of workshops\, masterclasses\, and performances for the Miami community. \nIn addition to his teaching and performing\, Dr. Kazama has contributed publications and learning resources to the guitar community. He co-founded Monologue Publications\, which is dedicated to creating solo and chamber music arrangements for guitar that include thoroughly researched historical and stylistic information for the player. He is also the co-founder of Leyenda\, an online graded classical guitar database.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/koh-kazama/
LOCATION:The White Horse Black Mountain\, 105 Montreat Road\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261125T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261125T220000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260624T203859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T171928Z
UID:94296-1795636800-1795644000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Family Avoidance\, a Thanksgiving Comedy Show
DESCRIPTION:Family Avoidance\, a Thanksgiving Comedy Showcase! \nWe get it\, you love your family and no one is questioning that but you need to get out of the house drink a beer and laugh it up. Start the holiday weekend de-stressed and ready to handle any conspiracy theories your uncle can’t wait to explain to you \nages 21+\nDoors at 7:30pm\, show at 8pm \nTickets $18
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/family-avoidance-a-thanksgiving-comedy-show/
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:20261126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261126T110000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260811T194100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T112733Z
UID:96236-1795683600-1795690800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:South Asheville Turkey Trot 5k
DESCRIPTION:This is how South Asheville does Turkey Day! Kick off Thanksgiving morning with a 5K through the beautiful Biltmore Park neighborhood – where the vibes are festive\, the shirts are ultra-cool\, and the finisher medals are worth the effort! Whether you’re running\, walking\, or just hanging with your crew\, this event is for everyone! Awards for festive costumes and top finishers in each age group! \nDiscounted pricing for kids 12 & under! \nThe course is professionally chip-timed\, fully-marked and USATF Certified!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/south-asheville-turkey-trot-5k/
LOCATION:Biltmore Park Town Square\, One Town Square Blvd\, Asheville\, 28803
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ORGANIZER;CN="iDaph Events":MAILTO:support@idaph.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261221
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260615T213540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T160510Z
UID:93852-1795737600-1797811199@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas Show - 10th Anniversary Special - 11/27-12/20
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate ten dazzling years of holiday cheer at Flat Rock Playhouse! \nFor a decade\, A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas has been the cherished gathering that brings our community together\,  where Broadway sparkle meets small-town heart and the spirit of the season takes center stage. \nThis year’s festivities are stuffed fuller than Santa’s sleigh with the songs you can’t wait to hear — the holiday hits and beloved carols you ask for every year\, delivered with fa-la-la flair and show-stopping shine. \nJoin us for a spectacular celebration that is wrapped in joy\, tied with tradition\, and topped with a bow of pure Playhouse magic. \nEvent Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/a-flat-rock-playhouse-christmas-show-10th-anniversary-special-11-27-12-20/
LOCATION:Flat Rock Playhouse\,  2661 Greenville Highway\, Flat Rock\, NC\, 28731\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T190000
DTSTAMP:20260826T195224
CREATED:20260312T182515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T112843Z
UID:90057-1796403600-1796410800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:GALLERY WALK – SAM MOORE\, WOOD CARVING ARTIST
DESCRIPTION:(FREE) Wood sculpture Sam Moore will be the featured artist for the last gallery walk of the year. \nSam’s sculptures dance between the realms of whimsy and emotion\, allowing viewers to embark on a captivating journey through his work. He achieves this by harnessing the power of strong contrasts\, intricate textures\, and graceful movements. In doing so\, he not only captures the essence of humanity but also pays homage to the beauty of the natural world. Sam’s art has left an indelible mark\, finding its way into numerous collections across the country. His ability to evoke profound emotions and stir the imagination resonates with art enthusiasts and collectors alike.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/gallery-walk-sam-moore-wood-carving-artist/
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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