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SUMMARY:Artist Reception - Where the Land Remembers: Farming in Old Fort
DESCRIPTION:This show centers on the idea that land isn’t just used—it holds memory. In and around Old Fort\, generations of farming have shaped both the physical landscape and the identity of the people who live there. The land is a living archive—every field\, fence line\, and hillside carries traces of past hands\, seasons\, and stories. \nExhibit runs from June 27 – July 29
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/artist-reception-where-the-land-remembers-farming-in-old-fort/
LOCATION:Arrowhead Gallery and Studios\, 77 Catawba Ave.\,\, Old Fort\, 28762
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arrowhead Artists &amp%3B Artisans League":MAILTO:galleryarrowheadart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
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SUMMARY:PATIO SHOW: Swift Silver
DESCRIPTION:– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE\nSWIFT SILVER \nSwift Silver is the musical partnership of Anna Kline and John Looney. For 15 years\, they’ve cultivated a sound drawn from the well of Southern soul\, blues\, and Appalachian roots music. Anchored by Anna’s vivid lyrics and John’s masterful arrangements\, Swift Silver’s songcraft stays true to the place that made them. As artists in the Kentucky Arts Council Performing Arts Directory\, the duo shares their Southern sound widely\, including international appearances such as Your Roots Are Showing in Killarney\, Ireland. Swift Silver has appeared at major festivals across the region and abroad\, performing at MerleFest\, Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion\, Master Musicians Festival\, Suwannee Springfest\, Sleeping in the Woods Songwriter Festival\, and CountryFest in Belgium. Their music has also been featured on the Travel Channel’s Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern and ESPN’s True South (Season 5). Both artists remain deeply connected to the Appalachian music community\, regularly collaborating with musicians across the region in songwriting\, touring\, and studio work. Anna’s songs and poetry were featured in the 2025 Women of Appalachia Project anthology\, and she co-wrote “Last Mule in the Holler” with Montana Hobbs of The Local Honeys. John has toured and recorded with artists including John R. Miller\, The Local Honeys\, Wayne Graham\, and Carla Gover. Swift Silver is a torchbearer of Kentucky’s musical legacy and a powerful voice in Appalachia’s musical evolution. They are preparing to release a new album in 2026.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/patio-show-swift-silver/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gather Art Market
DESCRIPTION:Gather Art Market will host its first Spruce Pine Market on Saturday\, June 27th\, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Spruce Pine Florist. The market features emerging artists and makers\, along with the flower offerings of the florist.\nVisitors are invited to explore a wide range of handmade work\, including ceramics\, jewelry\, textiles\, woodwork\, and more. The market offers a relaxed setting to meet the artists\, learn about various craft techniques\, and discover a wide array of unique handmade goods.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/gather-art-market-2/
LOCATION:Spruce Pine Florist\, 111 Oak Ave\, Spruce Pine\, 28777
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260611T140806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T131740Z
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SUMMARY:Mushroom Growing for Beginners on the Farm!
DESCRIPTION:Hey Folks! If you’ve been curious about growing mushrooms but aren’t sure where to start\, this is the one-day workshop for you. \nYou’ll learn core low-tech\, outdoor mushroom cultivation methods that we teach in our 3-month online beginners course—distilled into a practical\, accessible day on the farm. \nYou will learn:\n* How mushrooms grow and regenerate the forest\n* How to inoculate logs and make totems\n* How to make your own cardboard spawn\n* How to grow mushrooms on straw\n* How to make woodchip beds \nYou’ll will go home with:\n* Cardboard spawn to grow out mycelium\n* A straw bag inoculated with Oyster mushrooms\n* A log inoculated with Shiitake mushrooms\n* Woodchips to start your own Wine Cap bed \nWhether you’re currently farming\, working full-time elsewhere\, or simply exploring your options\, you’ll leave with a clearer understanding of what’s possible and what it requires.\nWe look forward to working with you!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/mushroom-growing-for-beginners-on-the-farm/
LOCATION:The Forest Farmacy\, Marshall\, 28753
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Forest Farmacy":MAILTO:sarah@theforestfarmacy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T160000
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SUMMARY:Rewilding Through Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Katherine Saul and Alli Marshall lead a one-day creative writing workshop at the NC Arboretum on Saturday\, June 27\, 10am-4pm. \nExplore your connection to nature through creative writing and art making. By aligning with the natural world we’re able to experience calm\, peace\, and awareness of our own intuition. Principles of forest bathing\, mindfulness\, and creative play reveal deep wells of inspiration to be expressed through art and writing.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/rewilding-through-writing-workshop/
LOCATION:The North Carolina Arboretum\, 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way\, Asheville\, 28806
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ORGANIZER;CN="The North Carolina Arboretum":MAILTO:wsmith@ncarboretum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T163000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260528T185159Z
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SUMMARY:1918 Summer Social
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time to 1918 at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial for an unforgettable Living History experience inside the historic Old Kentucky Home Boardinghouse. Meet a lively cast of characters and discover what daily life was like during Thomas Wolfe’s youth. \nStroll the grounds at your own pace as the boardinghouse comes to life around you. Play lawn games with the boarders\, chat with someone preparing lunch in the kitchen\, and explore the rooms and stories of the guests who once might have stayed here. Along the way\, you’ll encounter fascinating personalities\, including newlyweds honeymooning in Asheville\, a traveling clothing salesman\, a young stenographer recovering from the Spanish Influenza\, and a seasoned train engineer passing through town. Each has a story to tell. \nThis self-guided experience allows you to linger\, explore\, and interact as much as you’d like while immersing yourself in the sights\, sounds\, and stories of another era. Your attendance supports the Thomas Wolfe Memorial Advisory Committee and helps continue its mission of preserving Wolfe’s legacy while sharing his life and literature through education\, cultural programs\, and community events. \nTickets are $10 per person and can be purchased day of at the Memorial\, or ahead of time by clicking: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/1918-summer-social
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/1918-summer-social/
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:20260626T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T220000
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SUMMARY:Don't Tell Comedy West Asheville
DESCRIPTION:Show Details \nThis show will be at an indoor location. \nNo Outside Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase.   \nNon-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-west-asheville-18/
LOCATION:AyurPrana Listening Room\, 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T220000
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SUMMARY:Don't Tell Comedy South Slope Asheville
DESCRIPTION:Show Details \nThis show will be at an indoor location. \nNo Outside Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase.   \nSmall snacks available for purchase  \nNon-alcoholic drinks will be available.  \nOutside snacks allowed. \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-south-slope-asheville-10/
LOCATION:The Funkatorium\, 147 Coxe Ave\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T220000
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SUMMARY:Sonida Gallo Negro
DESCRIPTION:STANDING ROOM ONLY \nSONIDO GALLO NEGRO\nSonido Gallo Negro is a band from Mexico City going back to the roots of psychedelic tropical music with guitars\, eccentric organs\, analog synthesizers\, theremin… they mix exotic rarity and esoterism which will alter your perception and force you to dance until you get exhausted. Add to it visual hypnotics and live performance by Dr. Alderete.\nSince 2010\, they have had multiple tours around Europe and America\, visited 20 countries and more than 50 cities. Five studio albums later\, they became one of the most recognized bands of Mexico City.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/sonida-gallo-negro/
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:20260626T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T213000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260608T221320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T230753Z
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SUMMARY:Misfit Improv Presents: WLOL News Tonight!
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to WLOL New Tonight! Flip your information station to Misfit Improv’s news-based comedy show\, all inspired by local and national newspaper articles that we bring to you–the audience! Each article that you choose for us will be read aloud and we’ll spin it into spontaneous scenes! We know the news can be hard to hear nowadays\, so leave it to us to help you feel a little lighter about the world. Get the news you can use\, thanks to WLOL!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/misfit-improv-presents-wlol-news-tonight/
LOCATION:Haiku I Do\, 26 Sweeten Creek Rd\, Asheville\, 28803
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ORGANIZER;CN="Misfit Improv":MAILTO:info@misfitimprov.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260520T154810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T105821Z
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SUMMARY:Zoe & Cloyd | The Foreign Landers with special guest Kevin Kehrberg
DESCRIPTION:Zoe & Cloyd—the creative partnership of fiddler/vocalist Natalya Zoe Weinstein and multi-instrumentalist/vocalist John Cloyd Miller—prove that opposites truly do attract. Hailing from two distinct musical worlds\, they merge their unique backgrounds into a powerful collaboration that has garnered both critical acclaim and widespread appeal. \nNatalya\, a classically trained musician from Massachusetts with deep roots in klezmer and jazz\, joins forces with John\, a 12th-generation North Carolinian and grandson of pioneering bluegrass fiddler Jim Shumate. Together\, they create music that honors their respective traditions while forging a distinctive sound of their own. This award-winning duo’s work has been praised by Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine as “a musical collaboration that demands to be heard.” \nAccolades follow Zoe & Cloyd wherever they go. John is a grand prize winner of both the prestigious Chris Austin Songwriting Contest and the Hazel Dickens Songwriting Contest\, while Natalya has earned numerous fiddle contest wins across the country. Based in Asheville\, NC\, they both teach in the traditional music program at Warren Wilson College\, sharing their knowledge and passion with the next generation of musicians. \nZoe & Cloyd have performed nationwide and internationally\, captivating audiences at prestigious venues and festivals like MerleFest\, Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival\, Westport Folk & Bluegrass Fest in Ireland\, Earl Scruggs Music Fest\, FreshGrass Festival\, and the NC Folk Festival. Since 2022\, they have also served as the artistic directors for A Swannanoa Solstice at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts in Asheville. \nCo-Headlining The Foreign Landers and Kevin Kehrberg on upright bass \n“One listen to the lilting vocals\, truthful narrative\, and welcoming musicality and you will understand\,” writes The Aquarian. “Beautiful would almost be an understatement.” That sense of invitation sits at the heart of The Foreign Landers’ music. Their songs pay close attention to ordinary moments\, shaped by the belief that grace often shows up in these places. Rooted in bluegrass and Celtic tradition\, the band blends acoustic drive with reflective songwriting and close harmony singing shaped by lives lived across borders. \nRooted in bluegrass and Celtic tradition\, the band creates their own sound with reflective songwriting and enchanting singing shaped by lives lived across borders. Led by vocalist and banjoist Tabitha Agnew Benedict of Northern Ireland and mandolinist David Benedict of South Carolina\, The Foreign Landershave built a reputation for music that feels deeply personal. Their work grows out of shared experience\, shaped by distance\, home\, and the steady work of learning how to live faithfully in changing seasons. \nKevin Kehrberg is a Warren Wilson professor and chair of the music department won the International Bluegrass Music Association’s Instrumental Recording of the Year award for his rendition of “Ground Speed\,” originally written by Earl Scruggs. \nFriday\, June 26th – 7:30 – We want everyone to access the healing power of music! Perhaps you can only afford a few dollars or maybe you have resources to cover the cost for others. Pay What You Can! You may enter your desired donation amount below. The suggested price per ticket is $25.00.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/zoe-cloyd-the-foreign-landers-with-special-guest-kevin-kehrberg/
LOCATION:White Horse Black Mountain\, 105 Montreat Rd  \, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="White Horse Black Mountain":MAILTO:kiesakay@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T210000
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SUMMARY:Crisp Comedy live in Leicester featuring Danny Felix
DESCRIPTION:Crisp Comedy takes place once a month in Leicester\, NC at Noble Cider! A fresh batch of comics each month so no two shows are the same! This month we have local favorite Danny Felix! \nDanny Felix is a storyteller\, comic\, and public library enthusiast from Asheville\, NC. They could have made millions as a pastor or English teacher\, but turned to comedy because they wanted to do something meaningful. They’ve described their comedy as “I don’t know\, speculative?” to their therapist. Danny Felix has served as a host for national touring acts including Fiona Cauley\, Dustin Nickerson\, and Arma Benoit\, and works with Erin Terry to cohost Eyes Up Here\, a monthly show for women and trans comics. \nages 18+\nShow is free with a suggested donation of $12
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/crisp-comedy-live-in-leicester-featuring-danny-felix/
LOCATION:Noble Cider downtown\, 49 Rankin Ave.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260517T233249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T185108Z
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SUMMARY:Home Sweet Home Abstract Painting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Local mixed media artist Miranda Wildman welcomes you to the whimsical world of abstract landscape painting. Using wood painting panels as our substrate\, we will explore layers upon layers of abstract mark making with vibrant acrylic paint. After we have set the stage with our luscious painted backgrounds\, we will add quaint cottages\, grand facades\, and beautiful abodes with Miranda’s favorite image transfer techniques. With step by step instructions\, this abstract painting workshop is fully guided. For final touches Miranda will present surprise mixed media materials to embellish our spectacular scenes! Each participant will leave with a unique\, abstract landscape painting on wood ready to display or give as a gift. \nAll materials provided; all experience levels welcome; everybody welcome.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/home-sweet-home-abstract-painting-workshop/
LOCATION:Red House Art Gallery & Studios\, 101 Cherry Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Red House Art Gallery &amp%3B Studios":MAILTO:marketing@redhousegallery.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260527T152716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T184211Z
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SUMMARY:Getting Going on the Wheel - Beginners
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve wanted to learn to throw pottery but have felt intimidated this beginner class is for you.\nI aim to help each student move through the first and often frustrating early steps of learning this new skill with enjoyment and curiosity. \nMeets Mondays 6:00-8:30pm for 6 weeks.\nClass starts June 29.\nRegistration closes June 26 \nArrowhead Gallery & Studio\n77 Catawba Avenue\nOld Fort\, NC
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/getting-going-on-the-wheel-beginners/
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:20260625T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T220000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260531T064331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T184202Z
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SUMMARY:Slice Standup Comedy Pageant Finale
DESCRIPTION:Spring/Summer 2026\nStandup Comedy Pageant Finale \nTHIS SHOW WILL SELL OUT! \nThursday June 25\, 2026\n8p-10p\, doors at 7p\nThe Orange Peel’s Comedy Basement\, Pulp Lounge\, 103 Hilliard Ave\, Downtown Asheville\nTickets: $20 (available at door or The Orange Peel website) \nWinners of qualifying standup contests compete in the ultimate finale! Fantastic standup comics competing for title & cash prize. Audience votes thru ballot for winner. Get tix early\, these shows sell out! \nHosted by Hilliary Begley from Netflix & Amazon Prime!  \nCocktails available while you laugh the night away to some of the area’s best Stand Up Comics in a ridiculously fun adult environment in PULP\, the largest Bourbon Bar in the South East!!\nFree snacks while availability lasts! You may bring your own food in (no drinks)!  \nContestants:\nApril 2026 winner Zandra Johnson\nApril 2026 winner Ben Gibson\nMay 2026 winner Roman Fraden\nMay 2026 winner Randall Moore\nPlus WILD CARD battle contest between two runners up!  (Chris Tester & Mat Freeman)\nTHIS SHOW WILL SELLOUT\nThis show is more than just great standup! Contestants must vie for the title through games\, standup and charm. Celebrity Judges from Slumber Party on Asheville FM 103.3 fm\, Jake Frankel & Ali McGhee will put the contestants thru the paces to woo the audience vote! \nMore info contact Michele at sliceoflifecomedy@gmail.com
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/slice-standup-comedy-pageant-finale/
LOCATION:PULP Under The Orange Peel\, 103 Hilliard Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Slice of Life Comedy":MAILTO:Sliceoflifecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T220000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260518T041159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T185101Z
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SUMMARY:Queer Comedy Party: Rooftop Edition
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday Modelface Comedy Club brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have a special Pride Month Show on the rooftop at Antidote! \nChemist Spirts welcomes top comedians for a night of laughs. Enjoy a stunning AVL sunset from the rooftop bar at Antidote while giggling and sipping a classic cocktail. \nThe Queer Comedy Party is a night celebrating many of the talented queer comedians in Asheville and all over the country. All the performers are queer identifying but the audience doesn’t have to be. \nages 21+\ndoors at 7:30pm\, show at 8pm\nTickets $15 advance\, $18 day of
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/queer-comedy-party-rooftop-edition/
LOCATION:antidote\, 151 Coxe Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 27106\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260520T150349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T105815Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Strings Showcase 6-25
DESCRIPTION:This summer\, the annual Creative Strings Workshop & Festival returns to Black Mountain\, NC\, bringing together world-class bowed string musicians for two weeks of inspiring music\, collaboration\, and education. Led by Asheville-based internationally recognized violinist and educator Christian Howes\, the program runs June 22–July 3 and welcomes 40 violin\, viola\, cello\, and string players for an immersive experience of clinics\, rehearsals\, masterclasses\, and creative workshops. \nThe Creative Strings Showcase features more than 20 talented workshop musicians performing solos and ensemble works for violin\, viola\, and cello. A vibrant evening highlighting creativity\, collaboration\, and emerging artistry. \nAbout Creative Strings and founder Christian Howes \nJazz violinist and educator Christian Howes has won awards in Downbeat\, Jazz Times\, the Jazz Journalist Association\, Chamber Music America\, and the Mid-Atlantic Arts Foundation. He founded “Creative Strings“\, a 501 (c) (3) organization with a mission to expand music education through online curriculum\, annual summer retreats/festivals\, and outreach in k-12 schools nationwide. \nThe Creative Strings Workshop and Festival began in Columbus\, Ohio in 2001\, and continued until 2020 when COVID disrupted live events. Satellite locations were held before 2020 in numerous locations including Madrid\, Dallas\, NYC\, and Boulder. An annual festival is also held in Lausanne\, Switzerland. In 2017 Howes brought a smaller version of the event home to the Asheville area\, where he’s lived since 2015. The smaller version of the event invites up to 20 participants. Said Howes\, “I look forward to building the festival and workshop components of this event over the next few years in ways that will serve the local community”. \nThursday\, June 25th – We want everyone to access the healing power of music! Perhaps you can only afford a few dollars or maybe you have resources to cover the cost for others. Pay What You Can! You may enter your desired donation amount below.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/creative-strings-showcase-6-25/
LOCATION:White Horse Black Mountain\, 105 Montreat Rd  \, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="White Horse Black Mountain":MAILTO:kiesakay@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260617T182405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T201454Z
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SUMMARY:PERFORMANCE: Ida Dierker and Brandon Gouin + LOCALLC
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of experimental collaboration at Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center with Ida Dierker\, Brandon Gouin\, and LOCALLC (Landon George and Adam McDaniel).\nLOCALLC is a revolving door of local live collaborators. This iteration of the collective features multi-instrumentalists Landon George and Adam McDaniel.\nLandon George (b.1995) is a multi-instrumentalist and serial collaborator based in western North Carolina. His work draws from a variety of influences\, ranging from free improvised chaos to minimalist country ballad singing.\nAdam McDaniel is a music producer and multi-instrumentalist living in Asheville\, North Carolina. Adam’s role as a producer in pop\, rock\, and jazz is characterized by a propensity for experimentation and the inclusion of musique concrète techniques. As founder and co-owner of Drop of Sun Studios\, Adam McDaniel is dedicated to the arts community of Asheville and beyond\, fostering a space and time for artists to seek and discover spiritual and emotional truth in music.\nIda Dierker and Brandon Gouin are a piano/percussion duo founded on free improvisation and are committed to performing works of contemporary music. The pair met in an improvisation class at the University of Maryland\, Baltimore County and since then have performed as an improvised duo in Baltimore’s free scene. Dierker/Gouin have performed many well known works by composers such as Globokar\, Feldman\, Meredith Monk and Kagel as a part of UMBC’s New Music and Percussion Ensembles. Ida and Brandon are members of the Hi-Tom Ensemble\, a group focused on performing works by underrepresented composers and adapting New Music staples to smaller and more accessible instrumentations. In 2024\, Ida and Brandon attended the contemporary music festival\, Nief Norf in Knoxville\, Tennessee.\nGrowing up in Baltimore City\, Ida Dierker studied classical piano. She attended the Baltimore School for the Arts and later the University of Maryland Baltimore County\, where she studied music performance with Dr. Daniel Pesca and Dr. Teodora Adzharova. During her time at UMBC\, she developed a deep appreciation for New Music and improvisation. She has worked directly with composers and performers such as Lois V. Vierk\, George E. Lewis\, Niloufar Nourbakhsh\, Chelsea Loew\, and Vicky Chow. In 2025\, Ida completed both her senior recital titled “Taking Back the Piano”\, as well as completing an undergraduate research award. These two projects focus on works solely by women and non-binary composers. Since graduating\, Ida has played High Zero\, a longstanding Baltimore improvised music festival and performs in the city’s experimental scene as a soloist and member of Hi-Tom Ensemble. She also writes and performs her original songs. Ida’s original song “Figures” appears on More Noise Radio’s compilation album\, “Sounds of Baltimore”. Ida teaches private piano lessons full time and aims to bring her love for exploring and experimenting to her students.\nBrandon Gouin is an improvisor and performer of contemporary music from Laurel\, Maryland. His current projects involve bringing contemporary music to Baltimore City and DC schools and commissioning composers to write accessible works of music for performers of different physical ability. He holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Maryland\, Baltimore County where he studied with Tom Goldstein. He also completed the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Contemporary American Music program from UMBC\, studying under Dustin Donahue. In both 2023 and 2024\, Brandon attended the Nief Norf festival of New Music in Knoxville\, Tennessee. He has had opportunities to work with composers such as Annea Lockwood\, Robert Morris\, Niloufar Nourbakhsh\, and Chelsea Leow. Brandon teaches private drumset lessons and performs in the Hi-Tom Ensemble.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/performance-ida-dierker-and-brandon-gouin-locallc/
LOCATION:Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center\, 120 College Street\, Asheville\, North Carolina\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center":MAILTO:info@blackmountaincollege.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260502T164616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T205609Z
UID:92081-1782410400-1782421200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Reverb of Resistance: A Night of Music and Art to Benefit LGBT+ Artists
DESCRIPTION:PARTIALLY SEATED SHOW\nPAY WHAT YOU CAN MODEL\nDONATIONS AND TICKET PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT CAMPAIGN FOR SOUTHERN EQUALITY \nFree ticket link: https://southernequality.org/reverbrequest/
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/reverb-of-resistance-a-night-of-music-and-art-to-benefit-lgbt-artists/
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:20260625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260430T211207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T213938Z
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SUMMARY:Golden Hour & Private Cave
DESCRIPTION:Immerse in a deeply nourishing salt cave experience and in the final 15 minutes your instructor will guide you through gentle movements to bring your awareness back to the present\, preparing body and mind for yoga on the deck. As the sun sets over the mountains\, enjoy a grounding Slow-Flow-N-Yin practice.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/golden-hour-private-cave/
LOCATION:Asheville Salt Cave\, 12 Eagle St.\, Asheville\, North Carolina\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Salt Cave":MAILTO:info@ashevillesaltcave.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T190000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260609T185802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T230746Z
UID:93604-1782410400-1782414000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Black Experience Book Club - Juneteenth Edition
DESCRIPTION:YMI Black Experience Book Club is a multi-racial\, multicultural\, multi-ethnic gathering engaging in cross racial dialogue. We read books written by authors who identify as Black which serves as a backdrop to sharing our lived experiences. We meet the 4th Thursdays at The Gallery @ YMI (2nd floor\, main building) \nBorrow your book from Noir Collective\, Wed – Saturday 11 – 6 or from your local library. \nPurchase online: https://bookshop.org/a/94281/9780345806567. Or listen on libro.fm\, a platform that supports Indie Bookstores: https://libro.fm/audiobooks/9780593950418-giovanni-s-room
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/black-experience-book-club-juneteenth-edition/
LOCATION:YMI Cultural Center\, 39 S. Market Street\, Asheville \, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T180000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260610T223428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T131702Z
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SUMMARY:Decoda Chamber Music Festival Artists in Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Decoda Chamber Music Festival (DCMF) returns to the Asheville area for its 12th season. This unique summer festival is dedicated to training the next generation of artists to rethink and reimagine their role in society. Through exceptional chamber music making and creative collaborations\, the Decoda Chamber Music Festival empowers promising young musicians to explore how music can build and strengthen community and their own artistic practice—working closely alongside Decoda’s professional artists every step of the way.  \nCome celebrate with our 2026 Festival Artists in an evening of music.  \nFree and open to the public.  \nDonations are welcome and all donations support the Festival and student scholarships.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/decoda-chamber-music-festival-artists-in-concert-2/
LOCATION:Warren Wilson Presbyterian Church\, 101 Chapel Lane\, Swannanoa\, 28778
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T180000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260527T151413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T184143Z
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SUMMARY:Call for Artists - Where the Land Remembers: Farming in Old Fort
DESCRIPTION:This show centers on the idea that land isn’t just used—it holds memory. In and around Old Fort\, generations of farming have shaped both the physical landscape and the identity of the people who live there. The land is a living archive—every field\, fence line\, and hillside carries traces of past hands\, seasons\, and stories. \nExhibit runs from June 27 – July 29 \nARTISTS!\nPlease apply. Create a piece that reflects our relationship to the land — whether inherited\, worked\, remembered\, or imagined. Consider what the land holds that cannot be seen at first glance — cycles of work and seasons\, hands that shape the land\, the land as witness\, boundaries and belonging\, and echoes of the past and seeds of the future. \nFor more details: https://arrowheadart.org/call-for-artists/call-for-artists-where-the-land-remembers \nCurator: Becky Aldridge  (828-803-8315)* \nEntry Intake: June 25 from 1:00 – 6:00 pm \nArtwork Hung: June 26 \nArtist Reception: June 27 from 4:00 – 6:00pm \nExhibit Dates: June 27 – July 26 \nEntry Pickup: July 29 (during gallery hours)
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/call-for-artists-where-the-land-remembers-farming-in-old-fort/
LOCATION:Arrowhead Gallery and Studios\, 77 Catawba Ave.\,\, Old Fort\, 28762
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arrowhead Artists &amp%3B Artisans League":MAILTO:galleryarrowheadart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260610T223043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T131654Z
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SUMMARY:Decoda Chamber Music Festival Artists in Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Decoda Chamber Music Festival (DCMF) returns to the Asheville area for its 12th season. This unique summer festival is dedicated to training the next generation of artists to rethink and reimagine their role in society. Through exceptional chamber music making and creative collaborations\, the Decoda Chamber Music Festival empowers promising young musicians to explore how music can build and strengthen community and their own artistic practice—working closely alongside Decoda’s professional artists every step of the way.  \nCome celebrate with our 2026 Festival Artists in an evening of music.  \nFree and open to the public.  \nDonations are welcome and all donations support the Festival and student scholarships.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/decoda-chamber-music-festival-artists-in-concert/
LOCATION:Central United Methodist Church\, 27 Church Street\, Asheville\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260518T041028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T185039Z
UID:92755-1782327600-1782334800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Hot Riffs Comedy at AVL Guitar Pedals
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville\, NC. This week we are excited to be back at Asheville Guitar Pedals! \nHot Riffs Comedy features the best local and regional comedians on the iconic AVL Guitar Pedals stage in West Asheville. \nHosted by Jordan Ballard \nages 18+\nDoors at 6:30pm\, show at 7pm\nTickets $12
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/hot-riffs-comedy-at-avl-guitar-pedals-2/
LOCATION:Asheville Guitar Pedals\, 444 Haywood Rd.\, Asheville\, 28806
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260430T132259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T213909Z
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SUMMARY:Corey Stevenson Band w/ The Mad Dog Blues Band: An Evening of Blues\, Soul and Rock’n’roll
DESCRIPTION:– STANDING ROOM ONLY \nCOREY STEVENSON BANDFrom the coal town of Man\, West Virginia to the Carolinas\, The Corey Stevenson Band delivers a powerful blend of Southern rock\, country\, and blues. Fronted by Corey Stevenson\, the band is known for its raw energy\, gritty authenticity\, and standout guitar work. By 14\, Corey was already making industry connections with Noel Golden and Edwin McCain\, later studying at the Greenville Fine Arts Center under Steve Watson. He went on to earn a music leadership scholarship to Newberry College and share stages with artists like Victor Wooten\, Steve Bailey\, and the studio Brent Mason. \nA Golden Ticket winner on American Idol and Top 16 finisher in the Country Music Bracket\, Corey recently formed the band with Jake Keller and Lance Sweat. The group has shared stages with Bucky Covington\, Big Smo\, Zach Myers\, and the Kentucky Headhunters\, and is set to play over 200 shows in 2026. With multiple independent chart successes\, their upcoming album Loaded 44 drops October 17th\, continuing their mission to bring real\, hard-hitting music back to the forefront. \nMAD DOG BLUES BAND \nA blues and soul collective with roots in the 1990s\, The Mad Dog Blues Band is made up of gifted musicians and singers from Asheville\, New York City\, Washington D.C.\, and North Georgia. For this show\, original members Mark McDaniel\, Brian Harvey\, Jacob Keller\, Bob Walters\, and Kate Brown Walters are joined by a gifted group of performers including Andy Hunter\, John Caldemeyer\, Wes Snoddy\, Ashley Berger and others. Their goal is to pay homage to the blues\, soul and rock’n’roll music from the 50s\, 60s\, and 70s that laid the foundation for almost all popular music we have played and listened to since.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/corey-stevenson-band-w-the-mad-dog-blues-band-an-evening-of-blues-soul-and-rocknroll/
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:20260624T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T184500
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260524T154212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T110038Z
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SUMMARY:5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
DESCRIPTION:ALL ABOUT SUMMER!\nAfter June 21st\, Summer Solstice we welcome the Sun and Warmth of Mother Earth.  We need to check in with our bodies to see if you are ready for what is to unfold during the Summer!  Are you energized by the Sun?  Do you feel like melting from all of the heat?  Do you just love the Summer heat?  I know for myself when it is really hot\, sometimes I really enjoy splashing in a cold creek to cool off!  Take notice of how your body responds to Summer Weather.  We follow the Maps created by Gabrielle Roth!  Picture by Klara Kulikova \nAbout 5Rhythms®\nCreated by Gabrielle Roth and practiced by tens of thousands worldwide. 5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement practice rooted in the principles that if you put the psyche in motion it will heal itself. \nAbout Karen:\n5Rhythms dance is for everyone. This meditative freeform dancing practice was created by dancer and visionary Gabriellle Roth. Accredited 5Rhythms teacher Karen Chapman has been hosting dances in Asheville and around the country for 10 years.  Through the dance\, Karen acts as a guide for the dancer on their journey through the rhythms. Karen is interested in how energy moves on the dance floor through the Breath and Body! \nDance movement timeline:\nDoors open at 5 PM for warm up and close at 5:45 for the opening circle. The wave is complete at 6:45PM. If you can arrive at 5 PM that is best but you are welcome to come to the dance anytime before 5:45 PM.\n5 PM: Warm-up\, Meditative stretching and dancing.\n5:45 PM: Doors Close\, Opening circle\nDemonstration of the 5 Rhythms of Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos\, Lyrical\, and Stillness.  Welcoming walking meditation\n6:00 PM: Dancing the wave of the 5 Rhythms\n6:45 PM:Share\,Closing Circle/End\nThank you and see ya on the dance floor soon!  Love K
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/5rhythms-sweat-your-prayers-on-weds-nights-hosted-by-karen-5/
LOCATION:asia house\, 119 Coxe Ave.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Chapman":MAILTO:Chapman5Rhythms@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T220000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260430T121809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T213903Z
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SUMMARY:Brother Wallace
DESCRIPTION:BROTHER WALLACE\nA true force of nature\, Brother Wallace was born to make music that ignites pure joy\, even in the darkest of moments. Since getting his start playing piano in church at 11 years old\, the Georgia-bred artist has followed his lifelong passion down an extraordinary path that spans from sharing the stage with gospel legend Kirk Franklin to performing at historic venues like Madison Square Garden as a background vocalist for globally adored rock band The Heavy. Over the past few years\, Brother Wallace has teamed up with The Heavy guitarist Dan Taylor in dreaming up a body of work built on his electrifying brand of soul music\, all while continuing his longtime job as a K-12 music teacher. Newly signed to ATO Records\, Wallace is now set to release a one-of-a-kind album revealing the transcendent power and life-affirming impact of his timeless yet daring artistry.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/brother-wallace/
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:20260622T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T220000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260430T114153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T213857Z
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SUMMARY:Matt Heckler
DESCRIPTION:SEATED SHOW\nLIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLE \nMATT HECKLER\nMatt Heckler is the fiddle player you wish still existed. Hailing from the Catskill Mtns\, a physiographic subrange to the Appalachian chain\, Heckler has been embraced by mountain music and culture from early on. Self-taught on fiddle\, banjo and guitar\, he can weave together a night of songs from all over the world. Swaying from an acapella Irish ballad to a rowdy Romani fiddle tune\, Heckler has taken on a style of writing that sounds timeless\, rustic and entirely his own. \nTouring solo for a decade\, Heckler made a name for himself opening for the likes of Benjamin Tod & Lost Dog Street Band\, Flogging Molly and Devil Makes Three\, playing many of the biggest theatres and venues in the country. After having two album simultaneously on the Billboard Bluegrass charts (Blood\, Water\, Coal at #3 & Magnolia Sessions at #9) Heckler has started a band of his own to tour and record with.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/matt-heckler/
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:20260622T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T190000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195015
CREATED:20260430T034535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T213805Z
UID:91993-1782154800-1782154800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Centennial Sounds Presents Amythyst Kiah Band with OkCello
DESCRIPTION:Amplifying diverse Appalachian voices \nMusic and dance have been a vital part of the Folk School since its founding in 1925. As we celebrate our 100th year\, Centennial Sounds honors this legacy by spotlighting the cultural richness of Appalachian music and the many voices that shape it. This special performance series will feature five headliners whose work expands and redefines the story of Appalachian music. Through these concerts\, we aim to create new opportunities for our community in Western North Carolina to experience the full spectrum of Appalachian sound.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/centennial-sounds-presents-amythyst-kiah-band-with-okcello/
LOCATION:Folk School Festival Barn\, 4590 Brasstown Road\, Brasstown\, 28902
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ORGANIZER;CN="John C. Campbell Folk School":MAILTO:lane@folkschool.org
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