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SUMMARY:Brick by Brick: Helping WNC Nonprofits Rebuild After Helene
DESCRIPTION:In the wake of Hurricane Helene\, many Western North Carolina nonprofits are facing damaged facilities\, burnout\, and uncertainty. This free half-day event brings local leaders and experts together to share strategies for rebuilding stronger. The program includes a keynote panel with Andy Barnett (Asheville Habitat for Humanity) and Claire Neal (MANNA FoodBank)\, moderated by Stephanie Lee (North Carolina Arboretum)\, plus workshops on disaster readiness\, real-estate planning\, burnout prevention\, and crisis communications. Free and open to all nonprofit staff and supporters.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/brick-by-brick-helping-wnc-nonprofits-rebuild-after-helene/
LOCATION:A-B Tech Ferguson Center for Allied Health & Workforce Development\, 10 Genevieve Circle\, Asheville\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T190000
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SUMMARY:RAD Comedy featuring Casey Balsham and Robby Slowik
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville\, NC. This weekend we have Casey Balsham and Robby Slowik from NYC!!! \nCasey Balsham is a stand up comedian living and breathing in New York City. You’ve seen her at various club all over the country and as a regular at New York Comedy Club and Gotham. You’ve heard her as the host of the Shady Shit Podcast on Dear Media. Casey has also been featured on Gotham Comedy Live\, Lifetime\, Tidal’s No Small Talk Series and in a Monistat commercial you can only find online. \nHer debut album “Son of a Barb” hit number one on the iTunes charts and can be streamed on Spotify and Pandora. \nShe recently wrote and starred in a one woman show called “Casey Balsham Does a Thing” and was the lead in the off Broadway musical\, HA! In between Instagram breaks\, Casey is working on her second solo show and writing a musical with her writing partner\, Bradley Beahan. \nShe hopes to keep adding credits to and rewriting her bio until the end of time. \nRobby Slowik is a Standup Comic\, TV Writer\, and Podcast Host based in New York City. He has written for Schulz Saves America\, the Roast of Tom Brady\, and The Problem with Jon Stewart on AppleTV+ where he appeared regularly as a correspondent on the podcast of the same name. \nRobby has performed stand-up on Conan (TV!) and his album\, Live Near Carnegie Hall (Available to stream wherever you do your streaming) plays frequently on SiriusXM. He performs regularly in New York City and headlines across the country. \nages 18+\nDoors at 6:30pm\, Show at 7pm \nTickets $18
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/rad-comedy-featuring-casey-balsham-and-robby-slowik/
LOCATION:The River Arts District Brewing Company\, 13 Mystery Street\, Asheville\, 28801
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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-33/
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:20251026T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T193000
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CREATED:20251006T153530Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening for All Souls: A Gathering of Song and Spirit
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an evening of community\, music\, and remembering together those who have helped to form and make us at An Evening for All Souls: A Gathering of Song and Spirit\, Sunday\, Oct. 26 at Kanuga. The evening begins at 4 p.m. at Kanuga Lake with a community choir workshop\, followed by dinner and luminaria making on the Rocking Chair Porch Lawn at 5 p.m.\, and concludes with a concert by musical artist Roots Grown Deep at 6 p.m.\, with a luminaria release on the lake at dusk. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket. Cost: Concert only\, $9.94; Concert & Dinner\, $21.33. Location: 471 Kanuga Chapel Dr. in Hendersonville. Registration and more info at kanuga.org/events.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/an-evening-for-all-souls-a-gathering-of-song-and-spirit/
LOCATION:Kanuga\, 471 Kanuga Chapel Dr.\, Hendersonville\, 28739
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kanuga":MAILTO:info@kanuga.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T150000
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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-7/
LOCATION:Hendersonville Theatre\, 229 South Washington Street\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28739\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T140000
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SUMMARY:Animal Haven of Asheville Annual Fall Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Animal Haven of Asheville Annual Fall Fundraiser  \n📅 Sunday\, October 26 | 2–6 PM 📍 65 Lower Grassy Branch Rd\, Asheville\, NC \nCelebrate compassion and community at our annual fundraiser! Enjoy a full vegan buffet\, drinks\, live music by Southern Style Band\, a silent auction\, and interactive animal stations. All proceeds support our animals and help build a memorial barn honoring co-founder Barb Bellows. \n🎟️ Early-bird tickets: $37.50 (until Oct 19) | $45 after 👧 Kids under 12 attend free 🚐 Parking and shuttle service provided \nTicket URL: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/fall-fundraiser-5 \nReserve your spot and help us raise the barn! \nContact info: animalhavenofasheville@gmail.com | 828-299-1635
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/animal-haven-of-asheville-annual-fall-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Animal Haven of Asheville\, 65 Lower Grassy Branch Rd\, Asheville\, 28805\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T170000
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SUMMARY:Walk for Your Neighbor
DESCRIPTION:After being cancelled last year due to Helene\, our annual fundraiser Walk For Your Neighbor is BACK! Please join us on Sunday\, October 26 at First Baptist Church of Swannanoa for a walk and block party! There will be music\, as well as food and drink! The walk will start at 2pm\, with the block party continuing until 5pm.  \nRegistration is by donation only\, but we are encouraging a $20 minimum donation for those who are able. You can also ask family and friends to sponsor your walk using the donation link you receive when you register. To be cost and environmentally conscious\, we will be using last year’s t-shirts. \nOur valley is still recovering and needs remain high. The more we raise through this walk\, the more we can tangibly share the love of Christ with neighbors in need through food\, clothing\, baby supplies\, healthcare\, home repairs\, and so much more! We hope you’ll give generously\, lace up those sneakers\, and come walk with us! \nFollow this link to register: https://svcministry.dm.networkforgood.com/forms/walk-for-your-neighbor-2025
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/walk-for-your-neighbor/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church of Swannanoa\, 503 Park St.\, Swannanoa\, 28778
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry":MAILTO:svcmdirector@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T220000
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SUMMARY:Don't Tell Comedy\, Biltmore Village
DESCRIPTION:Show Details\n This show will be at an indoor location. \nNo Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be 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-biltmore-village-5/
LOCATION:French Broad River Brewery\, 101 Fairview Rd.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28803\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T220000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T110130Z
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SUMMARY:Asheville Symphony Masterworks 2: Convergence
DESCRIPTION:Darko Butorac\, conductor\nNatalie Brennecke\, viola \nCelebrating 90+ years of the enduring legacy of Black Mountain College\, this unique program traces a journey from European romanticism to American avant-garde with Brahms’s mountain-inspired Second Symphony\, Bartók’s ethereal Viola Concerto (written in part during his time in Asheville)\, and more alongside groundbreaking works by John Cage that emerged from this transformative haven for creatives in the Blue Ridge Mountains. \nSatie: Gymnopédies No. 3 \nCage: Seventy-Four\, Version II \nBartók: Viola Concerto \nCage: 4’33” \nBrahms: Symphony No. 2
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/asheville-symphony-masterworks-2-convergence/
LOCATION:NC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Symphony":MAILTO:scungate@ashevillesymphony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T220000
DTSTAMP:20260503T100737
CREATED:20250829T182415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T003919Z
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SUMMARY:The Comedy Zone: Orlando Leyba
DESCRIPTION:Fri & Sat\, Oct 24 & 25 • 8 pm \nOrlando Leyba is a stand-up comedian known for his animated storytelling and relatable humor. He’s appeared on The Tonight Show\, AGT18\, MAX\, TruTV\, NBC\, and his own special Adorable on Max. A finalist in NBC’s Stand Up Showcase\, he’s also a regular at comedy festivals and clubs. \nThe Comedy Zone: Back with a fresh lineup of powerhouse talent\, this hit comedy series features comics seen on Netflix\, Comedy Central\, The Tonight Show\, and more. Smart\, fast\, and fiercely funny—get ready to laugh out loud and leave smiling.  \nVIP table upgrades available.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-comedy-zone-orlando-leyba-2/
LOCATION:Wortham Center for the Performing Arts\, 18 Biltmore Ave.\, Asheville\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T230000
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CREATED:20250908T172019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T145223Z
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SUMMARY:BMCA's 25th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a silver-themed evening of fun\, flavor\, and dancing as we celebrate 25 years of creativity and community! On Saturday\, October 25th at 7pm\, BMCA transforms into the ultimate party spot with a “Dance Through the Decades” party spun by DJ Jamie Munn\, a make-your-own snack mix bar\, a sweet ice cream sundae bar\, and a specialty cocktail to toast the occasion—plus beer\, wine\, and plenty of sparkle. Snap a memory at the photobooth\, relive highlights in a BMCA-through-the-years slideshow\, and dance the night away with friends old and new. \nSaturday\, October 25th • 7pm \nTickets $25 for BMCA Members \n$30 for non-members
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/bmcas-25th-anniversary-celebration/
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:20251025T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T100737
CREATED:20251021T134704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T192724Z
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SUMMARY:From Death to Mourning: Spiritual Journeys of the Wolfe Family
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this intimate\, open-house style tour of the Old Kentucky Home as we explore how the Wolfe Family grappled with death\, spiritualism\, and mysteries of the beyond. Discover stories of early 20th century funerary practices\, family visions\, and the ways death shaped one of America’s greatest writers.\nCome and see the skeletons in our closets.\nTickets – $10 per person. You can purchase tickets upon arrival at the Memorial\, or ahead of time here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/from-death-to-mourning-spiritual-journeys-of-the-wolfe-family
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/from-death-to-mourning-spiritual-journeys-of-the-wolfe-family/
LOCATION:Thomas Wolfe Memorial\, 52 N. Market Street\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thomas Wolfe Memorial State Historic Site":MAILTO:grant.holmstrom@dncr.nc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T220000
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SUMMARY:Asheville Boos & Booze Halloween Bar Crawl\, by Bar Crawl USA
DESCRIPTION:The Boos & Booze Halloween Bar Crawl is creeping into town on Saturday\, October 25th — and it’s going to be bigger\, spookier\, and more BOOzy than ever! \n🎃 Dare to crawl through 6+ haunted hotspots in Downtown Asheville as you summon spirits (both kinds)\, dance with the undead\, and compete for cash in your creepiest costume contest. \n🕸️ Grab your tickets now before they vanish into the night: AshevilleBoosAndBoozeCrawl.eventbrite.com \n🎟️Your Ticket Includes: \n🎃 2 Complimentary Shots \n🍻 $4 Beers | $5 Shots | $6 Spooky Cocktails at all participating bars \n📸 Professional Photographer (your look might just go viral👀) \n🎭 Best Dressed Costume Contest (win prizes!) \n🎧 Entry to the Registration Party & Official After Party \n🗺️ Halloween Bar Crawl Map + Official Bar Crawl USA Lanyard \n🍺 No Cover at 5+ Asheville Bars \n🎃 Participating Bars & Spooky Drink Specials: \nMac Daddys \nBanks Ave \nThe Draftsman \nOne Stop Music Hall \n🦇 Costumes are highly encouraged. Creepy\, clever\, or downright outrageous — just don’t be boring. Let’s make this a night to dismember. 🩸 \n𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗕𝗮𝗿 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝘄𝗹 𝗨𝗦𝗔: We’ve been doing events (bar crawls & festivals) since 2015 in over 20 cities. What separates us from the other crawl companies is you actually get stuff with your ticket. Swag\, lanyard\, map\, koozie\, drink specials\, DJ entertainment\, after party\, and much more. We are the only company with reviews on Google & Facebook. We aren’t afraid to hide that we deliver the best crawl experience. Check our Facebook & Google reviews for confirmation on just how much value and fun we bring. \n𝐅𝐀𝐐: \n🎃 Follow Bar Crawl USA to receive weekly updates including drink specials. \n🎃 Do I need to go to all of the bars? Is it guided? \nYou do not need to visit all the bars. We will have times next to each bar when they will be staffed & ready and when you should be there for lanyard & crawl awesomeness. \n🎃 How do I get my comp shots? Your shot tickets will be attached to your halloween crawl lanyard. \n🎃 Do I need to print my ticket? Does it need to match my name? \nNo\, on your phone is preferred. Ticket does not need to match attendee name. \n🎃 Can friends check me in? \nYes\, we just need your ticket. \n🎃 21+?This is a 21+ event. \n🎃 Refunds? \nWe will give refunds up to 7 days from event. No exception. Within 7 days\, we will ONLY do credits to future Bar Crawl USA events.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/asheville-boos-booze-halloween-bar-crawl-by-bar-crawl-usa/
LOCATION:Downtown Asheville Bars\, Downtown Asheville Bars\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bar Crawl USA":MAILTO:info@barcrawlusa.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T100737
CREATED:20250422T221436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T121334Z
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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-6/
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:20251025T140000
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SUMMARY:PERFORMANCE: Asheville Symphony – Masterworks Concert (Convergence)
DESCRIPTION:PERFORMANCE: Asheville Symphony – Masterworks Concert (Convergence)\nSaturday\, October 25th\, 2025 at 2pm AND 8 pm\nLive at First Baptist Church of Asheville {5 Oak Street\, Asheville\, NC 28801}\nTICKETS – Seats range from $20 to $85 depending on location \nThe Asheville Symphony will present a performance celebrating the history of Black Mountain College. The Oct. 25th Masterworks Concert traces a journey from European romanticism to American avant-garde with Brahms’s mountain-inspired Second Symphony\, Bartók’s ethereal Viola Concerto (written in part during his time in Asheville)\, and more alongside groundbreaking works by John Cage that emerged from this transformative haven for creatives in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Conducted by Darko Butorac and featuring violist Natalie Brennecke\, the program includes Satie’s Gymnopédies No. 3\, Cage’s Seventy-Four\, Version II and 4’33”\, alongside the Bartók and Brahms masterworks. \nCelebrating 90+ years of the enduring legacy of Black Mountain College\, this unique program traces a journey from European romanticism to American avant-garde with Brahms’s mountain-inspired Second Symphony\, Bartók’s ethereal Viola Concerto (written in part during his time in Asheville)\, and more alongside groundbreaking works by John Cage that emerged from this transformative haven for creatives in the Blue Ridge Mountains. \nSatie: Gymnopédies No. 3 \nCage: Seventy-Four\, Version II \nBartók: Viola Concerto \nCage: 4’33” \nBrahms: Symphony No. 2\n___\nAsheville’s arts-focused community — home to generations of writers\, musicians and artists — has sustained the Asheville Symphony for nearly 60 years\, embracing the orchestra’s endless creativity\, artistic expression and collaborative explorations.\nAsheville Symphony’s Masterworks Series showcases the orchestra’s world-class musicianship under the baton of Music Director Darko Butorac\, presenting a diverse repertoire ranging from beloved classics to innovative contemporary works. Butorax is praised by the Westdeutsche Zeitung for his “exceptional combination of passion\, elegance and well‐timed pacing\,” establishing himself as a conductor in demand with orchestras both in Europe and the Americas. \nFollowing his debut with the Belgrade Philharmonic in January 2011\, Butorac was reengaged to conduct both the season finale and the opening concert of the 2012 season. Other notable guest conducting engagements include performances with the Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Neuss and the Georgische Kammerorchester Ingolstadt (Germany)\, the Rubinstein Philharmonic of Lodz (Poland)\, the Xiamen Symphony (China)\, the Tallinn Sinfonietta (Estonia)\, and the Slovenian Radio Symphony Orchestra. He has appeared at such prestigious venues as the Vienna Konzerthaus\, the Gran Teatro Nacional of Lima\, Belgrade’s Kolarac Hall\, the Teatro Magnani in Italy\, and the Tartu\, Aspen and St. Olav summer music festivals. From 2009 to 2013 he served as the principal conductor of the Fidenza Opera Festival. And from 2007-2019\,  Butorac served as the Music Director of the Missoula Symphony. \nButorac says that he is thrilled to continue this collaboration with First Baptist Church of Asheville: “The intimacy and the acoustic create an unforgettable listening experience for our community. The Asheville Symphony has never sounded so good in its history\, and it is my personal goal to make our concerts the premier acoustic music experience in Western North Carolina.”\n___\nNatalie Brennecke is a violist currently pursuing her Masters at The Juilliard School under the guidance of Heidi Castleman and Hsin-Yun Huang. She received her Bachelors from the Cleveland Institute of Music in 2024\, where she studied with Jeffrey Irvine.\nHer accolades include winning the 2024 CIM Concerto Competition\, which included a performance of Penderecki’s Viola Concerto at Severance Hall. She also received the 2019 Wendel Irish Viola Award. In 2020\, she was a co-winner of the Cleveland Orchestra Youth Orchestra Concerto Competition and was featured on “From the Top” as a Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist. She received first prizes in the Ohio Viola Society’s Collegiate\, Senior\, and Junior Division Competitions in 2023\, 2016\, and 2011\, respectively. Natalie currently performs on a viola beautifully crafted by Gabrielle Kundert.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/performance-asheville-symphony-masterworks-concert-convergence/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church of Asheville\, 5 Oak Street\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T180000
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SUMMARY:Fall Art Market at The RAD Brew Co.
DESCRIPTION:🍂🎃 RAD FALL FESTIVAL 🎃🍂\nSaturday\, Oct. 25 • 1–6 PM \nWe’re packing ALL the autumn vibes into one cozy afternoon:\n✨ Shop local art + handmade goods\n✨ Get sparked with permanent jewelry\n✨ Pet portraits 🐾\n✨ Tarot magic 🔮\n✨ Face paint fun\nPLUS…\n🎶 Live tunes by Look a Piano\n🍖 Master BBQ deliciousness\n🎃 Pumpkin patch\, carving\, games & prizes! \n📍 13 Mystery Street \nGrab your flannels\, sip on a pint\, and come celebrate fall with us\, it’s gonna be a gourd time! 🍻🍂
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/fall-art-market-at-the-rad-brew-co/
LOCATION:The River Arts District Brewing Company\, 13 Mystery Street\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="The River Arts District Brewing Company":MAILTO:sales@theradbrewco.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T100737
CREATED:20251008T163512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T123447Z
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SUMMARY:East Fork Seconds Pop-Up - Asheville
DESCRIPTION:After having to pivot to an online format for last year’s sale in the wake of Hurricane Helene\, we’re thrilled to share that the brand’s coveted Seconds Sale is returning in-person to Asheville this month. \nFor two days\, Saturday\, 10/25\, and Sunday\, 10/26\, from 10 am – 3 pm\, East Fork will be offering pottery “seconds” at 40% off retail price. Drop by the warehouse at 144 Caribou Road (Asheville\, NC 28803) for deals you just can’t miss – the entire Seconds inventory will be available for purchase. \nStop by the sale and grab a free cup of coffee\, courtesy of Counter Culture Coffee\, to fuel your shopping!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/east-fork-seconds-pop-up-asheville/
LOCATION:East Fork Warehouse\, 144 Caribou Road\, Asheville\, 28803
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ORGANIZER;CN="East Fork Pottery":MAILTO:community@eastfork.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T111500
DTSTAMP:20260503T100737
CREATED:20250711T201223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T180300Z
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SUMMARY:Trick or Trail 5k & 1 Mile
DESCRIPTION:We’re back in the heart of Hendersonville and we’re bringing some spirited fun—with an awesome new race shirt and shiny finisher medal for every participant. Costumes? Highly encouraged. FOMO? Guaranteed if you skip it. Run or walk through the Historic 7th Avenue District with a crowd of costumed runners\, then keep the party going at the Fall Festival just steps from the finish line!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/trick-or-trail-5k-1-mile/
LOCATION:Nelon’s Feed\, 519 Maple Street\, Hendersonville\, 28792
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ORGANIZER;CN="iDaph Events":MAILTO:support@idaph.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T100737
CREATED:20250829T152853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T003839Z
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SUMMARY:Hendersonville Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Hendersonville Farmers Market\, Locally Grown\, Community Strong\nA vibrant weekly gathering at the Historic Train Depot in downtown Hendersonville. Running every Saturday from May 3rd to October 25th\, rain or shine\, the market showcases over 30 local vendors within a 60-mile radius. From farm-fresh produce and meats to baked goods\, crafts\, and live entertainment\, there’s something for everyone. Join us from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for a celebration of food\, farms\, and family in a lively community atmosphere.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/hendersonville-farmers-market-24/
LOCATION:Historic Train Depot\, 650 Maple Street\, HENDERSONVILLE\, NC\, 28792\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Downtown Hendersonville":MAILTO:info@downtownhendersonville.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251214
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CREATED:20251011T205616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T142343Z
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SUMMARY:Wistfulness & Whimsy Art Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Solo Art Exhibit of Burnsville Artist\, Melissa L. Flattery\, Toe River Arts\, Spruce Pine\, Owen Gallery\, October 25-December 13\, 2025.  Reception November 14\, 2025\, 5:30pm-7:30pm.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/wistfulness-whimsy-art-exhibit/
LOCATION:Toe River Arts\, Mitchell and Yancey Counties
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ORGANIZER;CN="Toe River Arts":MAILTO:info@toeriverarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T220000
DTSTAMP:20260503T100737
CREATED:20250829T182221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T003817Z
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SUMMARY:The Comedy Zone: Orlando Leyba
DESCRIPTION:Fri & Sat\, Oct 24 & 25 • 8 pm \nOrlando Leyba is a stand-up comedian known for his animated storytelling and relatable humor. He’s appeared on The Tonight Show\, AGT18\, MAX\, TruTV\, NBC\, and his own special Adorable on Max. A finalist in NBC’s Stand Up Showcase\, he’s also a regular at comedy festivals and clubs. \nThe Comedy Zone: Back with a fresh lineup of powerhouse talent\, this hit comedy series features comics seen on Netflix\, Comedy Central\, The Tonight Show\, and more. Smart\, fast\, and fiercely funny—get ready to laugh out loud and leave smiling.  \nVIP table upgrades available.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-comedy-zone-orlando-leyba/
LOCATION:Wortham Center for the Performing Arts\, 18 Biltmore Ave.\, Asheville\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T213000
DTSTAMP:20260503T100737
CREATED:20250422T220631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T121328Z
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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-5/
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:20251024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T100737
CREATED:20251006T055407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T210933Z
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SUMMARY:Modelface Comedy presents Holly Ballantine
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country\, and this week we have Holly Ballantine from Atlana! \nHolly Ballantine is a literal train wreck who has been charming audiences across the country with her hilarious stories of motherhood\, marriage\, and near death experiences since the day Chris Rock told her she was funny. She is based in Atlanta\, Georgia where she co-produces West End Comedy Festival and Hissy Fit Comedy. She is a weekend regular at the Punchline and Laughing Skull Lounge where she was the April 2022 resident. Holly has opened for Tim Meadows\, Rachel Feinstein\, Jessica Kirson\, Geoffrey Asmus\, and many other touring comics. She frequently tours with Moms Unhinged\, a group of stand up comics (and moms) who have been selling out clubs and theatres across the country. Her writing has been featured on Buzzfeed\, Netflix Family\, The Chive\, HuffPost and the Washington Post. She does not hold grudges\, but has a spreadsheet of everyone who owes her favors. \nfeaturing Emily Holden (Atlanta) \nDoors: 6:30 PM\nShow: 7 PM\nTickets: $18\, $23 premium\nAges 18+\nSEATED SHOW
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/modelface-comedy-presents-holly-ballantine/
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:20251024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T100737
CREATED:20250807T084903Z
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SUMMARY:Crisp Comedy Live in Leicester featuring Sarah Love
DESCRIPTION:Crisp Comedy takes place once a month in Leicester\, NC at Noble Cider and hosted by Leicesters own Clay Jones! A fresh batch of comics each month so no two shows are the same! This month we have spooky headliner Sarah Love from Asheville! \nSarah Love is a comedian based in Asheville\, North Carolina. Her comedy is blunt\, relatable\, and just unhinged enough to keep you on your toes. She’s shared the stage with Aparna Nancherla\, Joe Zimmerman\, and fan favorite Amber Autry. Sarah has performed all over the Southeast including at Zanies Lab in Nashville\, The Orange Peel\, and is a regular on Don’t Tell Comedy shows across the region. She is a wry yet kinetic comic with a rebellious streak. \nages 18+\nShow is free with a suggested donation of $12
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/crisp-comedy-live-in-leicester-featuring-sarah-love/
LOCATION:Noble Cidery and Taproom\, 356 New Leicester Highway\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T220000
DTSTAMP:20260503T100737
CREATED:20251017T012429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T143051Z
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SUMMARY:Tuxedo Junction Band
DESCRIPTION:TUXEDO JUNCTION has been referred to in area media as the “regional quintessential cover music band” and… it still is! No area band does the variety of material this band does – and with 3\, 4\, and 5 part harmonies! This six-piece group is known for its variety\, performing the hits from Swing\, Country\, Country Rock\, Classic Rock\, Pop\, Folk\, Funk and Disco. Tuxedo Junction covers it ALL!   \nDoors for all events open one hour before showtime\, with a cash bar available throughout the evening. The venue’s spacious dance floor and elegant round table seating create the perfect environment for both listening and dancing.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/tuxedo-junction-band/
LOCATION:Wells Events and Reception Center\, 33 Wells Events Way\, Waynesville\, 28786
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T100737
CREATED:20251005T213132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T210926Z
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SUMMARY:Solo Art Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Arrowhead Gallery and Studios in Old Fort invites you to enjoy a Solo Art Exhibit Featuring the Works of Artist Laura Oleniacz. \nOctober 24-26\, 2025\nReception 5-7 pm Saturday\, Oct 25th \nArrowhead Gallery and Studios\n77 Catawba Ave.\, Old Fort\, N.C.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/solo-art-exhibit/
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:20251023T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T220000
DTSTAMP:20260503T100737
CREATED:20250919T221358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T154038Z
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SUMMARY:Ken Pomeroy performing/supporting Flyte at Eulogy
DESCRIPTION:Who:                Ken Pomeroy\nWhat:               performing/supporting Flyte\nWhere:            Eulogy ~ Asheville\, NC\nWhen:             October 23\nTime:               8pm (doors @ 7pm)\nTix:                   $32.51 (ticket link)\nAges:              all ages\nWebsite:          www.kenpomeroymusic.com           \nAbout Ken Pomeroy\nKen Pomeroy will break your heart. She’ll do it with a single line––sometimes\, just one word. The pain begins as an empathetic ache. Then\, as Pomeroy sings her stories\, you begin to see yourself in her hurt and hope. And you realize: We’re in this together. \n“A lot of the topics that I’m writing about are heavy\, and I feel like it was hard for me\, growing up in modern music\, to find something that touched on deep topics and wasn’t just sad music\,” Pomeroy says. She pauses\, then starts to laugh\, softly and darkly\, adding\, “But I do write for the disturbed.” \nPomeroy’s outstretched hand to the wounded manifests as startlingly good songs. Her soprano is comforting––almost sweet––but perhaps most powerful delivering a devastating line. A deft guitarist\, she opts for beds of rootsy strings that can soothe or haunt. But it’s her writing that really shines and stings. “Writing was and is the only way I can fully express an emotion and feel like I got it out\,” she says. “I feel like once I get it out into a song\, I don’t have to worry about it anymore. If it’s a traumatic thing that happened\, I kind of act as if it’s gone.” \nWriting as a cathartic release has culminated in Pomeroy’s highly anticipated new album\, Cruel Joke. The 12-track contemporary folk collection creates a wild but safe space of Pomeroy’s own––a space that\, like 22-year-old Pomeroy herself\, is brutally honest\, proudly Native American\, and undeniably brilliant. \nPeople have noticed. Pomeroy’s “Wall of Death” made its way onto the Twisters soundtrack\, while Hulu’s Reservation Dogs featured her soul-mining gem\, “Cicadas.” Tour dates with Lukas Nelson\, Iron & Wine\, American Aquarium\, John Moreland\, Kaitlin Butts\, and more followed. “A lot of really cool things are happening\, but it hasn’t set in. I haven’t had time to bask in it\,” Pomeroy says. “Even when I started playing music\, I never thought\, ‘I’m a musician. I chose this life.’ I feel like something way above me pointed at me and said\, ‘Okay\, here’s your path.’ And I’ve just been following it kind of blindly ever since.” \nRaised in Moore\, Oklahoma\, Pomeroy is Cherokee. Her mamaw gave her the name ᎤᏍᏗ ᏀᏯ ᏓᎶᏂᎨ ᎤᏍᏗᎦ\, which means “Little Wolf with Yellow Hair.” Parts of childhood were incredibly hard. “My mom wasn’t around––my biological mom\,” Pomeroy says. “I had my dad and stepmom\, but I feel like I was always put in a position to make an adult decision when I was a kid. I had really adult-sized feelings that I didn’t know how to process and get through.” \nPomeroy started writing songs at 11 years old. She remembers why––and in signature Pomeroy fashion\, it’s somehow disorienting and charming\, all at once. “I think I wanted to be a songwriter because of John Denver\,” she says. “I heard ‘Jet Plane” when I was like 6\, and I became infatuated with it. My stepmom burned a CD of just that song playing 18 times in a row\, and I listened to that for years. That type of music was new to me. I didn’t know you could feel a certain way listening to music. And ever since then\, I’ve wanted to do that for other people.” \nWith Cruel Joke\, that’s exactly what Pomeroy has done. Raw and visual\, her songs dare the rest of us not to feel––and offer companionship when we inevitably do. “I broke you like a mirror into pieces / A few of me staring back in disbelief\,” Pomeroy sings in the first two lines of “Flannel Cowboy.” With tenderness\, she consoles a love that’s treasured but unrequited––and illustrates immediately her penchant for shocking with blunt beauty. Layered over strings\, “Cicadas” offers more heartbreaking self-reflection. “That’s truly a self-realization song––me accepting parts of me that I wasn’t super happy with at the time\, but also realizing that the good parts of me\, which could be the cicadas\, are always there\, pushing to be front and center\,” Pomeroy says. \nPomeroy weaves patterns of self-reflection and self-realization throughout the album. “Coyote\,” featuring fellow Oklahoma songwriting stalwart John Moreland\, is a vulnerable admission that sometimes\, she has herself to blame. In Native stories\, a coyote can be a troubling omen––and one with which Pomeroy often identifies. Rich imagery from the natural world\, spanning earthbound creatures such as wolves and dogs\, to astral bodies like the sun\, fill Pomeroy’s songs. The vignettes serve as a moving example of embracing tradition\, extending it\, and making it personal. “Growing up Native\, there are a lot of signs and works that include animals. Most every tale includes an animal somehow\,” Pomeroy says. “I think that was just subconsciously ingrained in me. I realized listening back to the songs: There are so many animals on this album. I am really excited that those teachings made it in there. It’s special.” \nPomeroy wrote the sweetly sad “Grey Skies” when she was just 13. The song is a remarkable snapshot of a young songwriter who was already formidable. Anchored by banjo and Pomeroy’s supple voice\, “Wrango” is an ode to innocence and a best friend. \nSeveral tracks feature gut punches––so many\, it’s an unmistakable hallmark of Pomeroy’s writing. In the shuffling “Pareidolia\,” images of bucolic destruction build up to a wry realization: “I guess a cruel joke is all we can afford.” The song is a tribute to Buck Meek\, one of Pomeroy’s songwriting heroes. In other tracks\, Pomeroy opts to lead with the blows. “Stranger\,” a standout\, opens with solo acoustic guitar\, and then: “The wind keeps on hitting me like my mother used to / Unlike her\, I feel like it doesn’t want to.” Pomeroy delivers the lines with a dewy\, fresh voice\, and clear diction. Pomeroy says writing the song was hard\, and that she grew from it. “There are so many ways to handle what you’re dealt. If you don’t handle it the ‘right way\,’ you’re going to fall off the edge. That really scared me and forced me to understand my emotions a little bit more.” \n“Innocent Eyes” is another deeply personal reckoning with trauma\, sung over sparse acoustic guitar. Pomeroy wrote the song after a smell unlocked memories she didn’t know she had. “I had a whole new book to read about myself\, and it scared me how much your mind can hide stuff from you to protect you\, especially as a kid\,” she says. \nMoody highlight “Wolf in Sheep’s Clothes” is a favorite of Pomeroy’s. It’s also a love song––and\, according to Pomeroy\, the only technical love song she’s ever written. “I feel like a wolf in sheep’s clothes\,” she says. “I’m really hard on my songwriting\, but in this song\, I nailed exactly how I was feeling\, and how to get it out.” \nThat’s the entire point for Pomeroy––and why she’ll keep writing. She is chasing that sublime satisfaction that only comes with capturing a moment or a feeling that otherwise is gone forever. “I want people to hear my songs and think\, ‘Wow\, I went through something similar\, or this line reminds me of something that happened in my life. Someone else feels it\, and I’m not alone.’” Pomeroy sighs. “That’s what I want: People not feeling alone.”
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/ken-pomeroy-performing-supporting-flyte-at-eulogy/
LOCATION:Eulogy\, 10 Buxton Ave\, Asheville\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T100737
CREATED:20251021T042408Z
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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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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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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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