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SUMMARY:Don't Tell Comedy Biltmore Village
DESCRIPTION:Show Details \nThis show will be at an indoor location. \nNo Outside Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase.   \nPizza and snacks 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-biltmore-village-10/
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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SUMMARY:Don't Tell Comedy\, Hendersonville
DESCRIPTION:Show Details\n This show will be at an indoor location. \nNo Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Food is available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available. \nThis show will have chairs provided. \n♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible. \n21+ show. \nAbout Don’t Tell Comedy\n Secret Locations.\nShhh…it’s a surprise. As you can see\, we only advertise the general area or neighborhood for each show. The precise location and other important show details will be sent to you at 8:00 AM the day of the show. If you don’t see it in your inbox you can find the info on show day right here. \nSecret Comedians.\nNo spoilers! All comedians remain unknown until the moment they take the stage. But don’t fret\, we carefully curate lineups of 4-7 different comics to create a hilarious and diverse show. The best part is—you never know who might show up! \nYou might discover your next favorite underground comedian or see a fan favorite. We specialize in introducing audiences to the best-emerging talent from cities around the world through a mix of the best local and nationally touring comedians. \nUnique Live Experience.\nHonestly\, we’re over the whole debt-inducing two-drink minimum thing. We’re dedicated to providing you with a unique and fun live comedy experience—one which doesn’t require you to take out a second mortgage. We thrive on good vibes and welcome you to be a part of the DTC community. \nDoors at 7:30pm\, show at 8pm
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/dont-tell-comedy-hendersonville-14/
LOCATION:Trailside Brewing Company Hendersonville\, NC\, 173 Lenox Park Dr\, Hendersonville\, NC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T193000
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SUMMARY:2026 Asheville Film Festival Awards Night Gala
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Asheville Film Festival will be held August 21st-23rd\, 2026 at the Asheville Masonic Temple in beautiful downtown Asheville\, North Carolina. \nAsheville Film Festival\, Co. is a North Carolina 501(c)3 non-profit whose vision is to create and grow a platform for regional and local innovative filmmakers with stories to tell.  \nThe Awards Night Gala is a red carpet\, dress-to-impress event where you can rub shoulders with the filmmakers\, celebrate the art of film\, and see who takes home the Best Film trophy! \nAttendees can purchase tickets for the awards night for $25 here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81060985  \nWeekend passes that get you into all the events throughout the festival are also available for $109 here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81064462
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/2026-asheville-film-festival-awards-night-gala/
LOCATION:Asheville Masonic Temple\, 80 Broadway \, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sean Soboleski":MAILTO:ashevillefilmfestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T193000
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SUMMARY:The Misfit Improv Long-Form Comedy Show
DESCRIPTION:Asheville’s top improvisers perform long-form improv—full stories and characters sparked by a single audience suggestion. Each Misfit team brings its own style\, creating sharp\, surprising worlds in real time.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-misfit-improv-long-form-comedy-show-3/
LOCATION:NC Stage\, 15 Stage Lane\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Misfit Improv":MAILTO:info@misfitimprov.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T190000
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SUMMARY:Soumya Chakraverty & Mallar Goswami with Blake Hornsby
DESCRIPTION:APLR Presents: Soumya Chakraverty & Mallar Goswami with Blake Hornsby \nSaturday\, August 22nd\, 2026 \nAyurPrana Listening Room – 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC 28806 \nDoors 6PM || Show 7PM \nSoumya Chakraverty \nSoumya was born into a family of music lovers. His mother received some early training in the Sitar and vocal music. However\, both his parents were avid music listeners and had a large collection of LPs and other recordings of classical music at home. His siblings and cousins were all learning Indian Classical music of some form by the time Soumya was a little boy and with lessons on the tabla\, so began Soumya’s initiation into Indian classical music. He turned to playing the Sarod when he was eleven under the tutelage of the highly respected Pt. Samarendranath Sikdar\, a senior disciple of the late Pt. Radhika Mohan Maitra of the Shahjahanpur Gharana. For nearly thirty years he has received extensive training under his guru in a multitude of north Indian Ragas\, some of which are very rare and unique to his Gharana. \nHis solid technique and thorough grounding in the roots of his own music notwithstanding\, his interests also lie in exploring the commonalities of North Indian Classical music with other music styles. \nHis playing style has been greatly influenced by the likes of his guru and other masters of his Gharana. It highlights a perfect blend between the Rababiya and Gayaki styles that is unique to the Shahjahanpur Gharana. He is both a purist\, who likes to maintain the authentic forms of the Ragas as passed down the generations of Ustads (maestros)\, and at the same time\, he likes to experiment with other forms of Indian as well as world music\, to find common strands of melodic expression. \nSoumya blossomed as a young artist on All India Radio Calcutta between 1990 and 1995. During a brief stint in Australia for a couple of years in the nineties while pursuing his MBA\, he truly established himself as a mature instrumentalist\, and also began to collaborate with other forms of world music. He performed live with a Flamenco dancer in a production that combined the gypsy roots of the dance with Latin American percussion\, Middle Eastern vocals and Indian Classical instrumental music. He returned to Australia in 2000 and 2011\, giving concerts\, lecture demonstrations and workshops. \nFor nearly two decades\, Soumya has been performing throughout the US\, as well as touring Australia and Mexico. He has performed in major cities such as Cleveland\, New York\, Princeton\, Seattle\, and his home town of Washington DC\, drawing packed audiences and earning rave reviews. In addition to pure Hindustani he continues to work with other music genres such Classical Carnatic (south Indian)\, flamenco\, jazz and latin American percussion. His recent concert and interview at the Library of Congress has gone into the archives of this prestigious institution. Other performances of note\, include Hindustani-Carnatic Jugalbandi at the Embassy of India in Washington DC\, a collaboration with Ghazal in a program series titled From Ghalib to Gulzar\, and a fusion project combining Rabindrasangeet (Tagore songs)\, Hindusthani classical music\, classical Jazz\, and West African percussion in a concert titled ‘Sea Thy Melody’. \nSoumya balances his busy music schedule alongside a full-time career in banking and risk management. In addition to performances\, he also teaches a number of students of Sarod and other stringed instruments\, passing the tradition of the Shahjahanpur Gharana to the next generation. Although his primary interest is in Hindusthani classical\, he continues to challenge himself exploring and working on blending with other genres of Indian and world music. \nAll ages\nEnding Time is an estimate\nTickets only sold through DICE.  Ticket Price will increase on the day of the show.  Save by buying before!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/soumya-chakraverty-mallar-goswami-with-blake-hornsby/
LOCATION:AyurPrana Listening Room\, 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T163000
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SUMMARY:In Your Head Film Block
DESCRIPTION:Love short films and documentaries? Want to support local and regional filmmakers? The Asheville Film Festival has film blocks and feature screenings that you don’t want to miss! \nTickets are $12/ person\, drinks and snacks will be available for purchase\, and all ticket sales go to supporting the Asheville Film Festival 501(c)3 nonprofit.  \nFilms to be Screened: \n“Just for Another Minute” \nDirected by: Gabriel Thimoteo \nLocked out of her own apartment for just ten minutes\, Clara — an anxious\, hypervigilant woman quietly in crisis — turns the wait into an existential odyssey. \n“Unqualified” \nDirected by: Miranda Roldan & Maggie Perrotta \nUnqualified is a bold\, character-driven short film that challenges outdated ideas of leadership and success. The story follows Valentina Martinez\, a Latina mother\, military spouse\, and entrepreneur applying to an elite MBA program. When her unconventional résumé is questioned during a high-stakes interview\, she must defend her lived experience as valid leadership. What unfolds is a quiet act of defiance and a powerful meditation on identity\, ambition\, and belonging. \n“Sweet Dreams” \nDirected by: Skylar Lemon \nWhen two friends attempt to enter their dreams to get a break from reality\, they must confront their own subconscious; for better or worse. \n“Static Skies” \nDirected by: David Brian Overholt \nCut off from the internet while visiting his reclusive grandfather\, Jamie\, a popular teenage TikToker\, begins to experience withdrawal as silence replaces the constant pull of his digital world\, forcing an uneasy reconnection with both his surroundings and his grandfather\, Ray. \n“A Little Goldfish” \nDirected by: MohammadReza Rahmani \nAmid the crowd of Tehran’s bazaar\, a little girl sees the world as joyful\, beautiful\, and full of color — but for her mother\, it is bitter\, cold\, and dark. \n“The Rabbit Ballet” \nDirected by: Aalia Khan\, Kelsey Prudente\, Samuel Rodarmel & Layne Sovereign \nThe Rabbit Ballet is an animated\, multimedia student short film that deals with change\, control\, and choice. \nGet your tickets to this screening here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81060274 \nWant to experience the entire festival weekend without the hassle of buying individual screening tickets? Get your All-Access Pass here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81064462
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/in-your-head-film-block/
LOCATION:Asheville Masonic Temple\, 80 Broadway \, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sean Soboleski":MAILTO:ashevillefilmfestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T170000
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SUMMARY:What’s Shaking Music Summer Send-Off
DESCRIPTION:It’s almost time for back-to-school\, but we’re going to celebrate summer one more time! Come sing and dance with us at The Mule (inside\, in the air conditioning) on Saturday\, August 22. 3-4:30 p.m.
 \nSpecial guest Elaine Scott! Live music\, dance party\, drum jam\, singalongs\, poems\, and more! Delicious cool beverages from Devil’s Foot.  \nMountain grooves for Pre-K and cool kids of all ages. Fun for all! Free for all!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/whats-shaking-music-summer-send-off/
LOCATION:The Mule at Devi’s Foot Brewing\, 131 Sweeten Creek Rd\, Asheville\, 28803
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T163000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181834
CREATED:20260804T151518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T181608Z
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SUMMARY:That Hits Different Film Block
DESCRIPTION:Love short films and documentaries? Want to support local and regional filmmakers? The Asheville Film Festival has film blocks and feature screenings that you don’t want to miss! Tickets are $12/ person\, drinks will be available for purchase\, and all ticket sales go to supporting the Asheville Film Festival 501(c)3 nonprofit. \nFilms to be Screened: \n“UN-DEAD” \nDirected by: Bo Webb \nA zombie outbreak is ruining Jane’s first day at her new job\, but she does something desperate and crazy that changes everything in funny and unexpected ways. \n“Fairy Tale” \nDirected by: Ann Heatherington \nA hard-living stripper is mistaken for a fairy by a grieving little girl. Will she shatter the girl’s impossible dream with a cold shock of reality – or meet her destiny as the Big Fairy who can magically bring mom back? \nFairy Tale takes is a poignant\, dark comedy about a magical connection between two strangers – a girl desperate for her mom and a woman desperate for hope – who choose to believe in each other. \n“The Border at Tolstoi” \nDirected by: Bob Kotyk \nA border guard at the US-Canada crossing of Tolstoi\, Manitoba falls victim to the effects of a strange weapon that separates her mind from her body. \n“For Your Future Wife” \nDirected by: Megan Peterson \nAfter leaving an aggressive voicemail post-breakup\, a young man moves on to find the beauty in a new relationship with great promise\, but his ex-girlfriend struggles to find a new path after his abuse. \n“Temporia” \nDirected by: Eugene Rocco Utley \nA woman visits a botanist with the power to bend nature itself\, and with her enchanted herb she journeys through space and time to reach her husband\, only to learn that saving him may unleash a dangerous new future. \n“Toxic Tampons” \nDirected by: Elaina Penn \nThis PSA/Commercial-style spoof highlights all the dangers of using Toxic Tampons. The producer discovered that most of them have toxic levels of arsenic and metals. She is the writer\, producer\, videographer\, and actor in the piece. \n“The Bauk” \nDirected by: Will Backer \nFleeing from her abusive husband to her religious mother\, a woman must decide whether to keep her pregnancy. \n“Crazy B!*#h” \nDirected by: Katie Harbin \nThis crime scene just got crazy. \n“Thickly Settled” \nDirected by: Brian D. Jones & Jordan Brooks \nWhen a lost man in a crumbling marriage discovers through a chance encounter that traveling back in time may actually be possible\, he’s faced with a choice: to change the past risking an uncertain future\, or reclaim the path he’s already on. \nGet your tickets to this screening here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81063838 \nWant to experience the entire festival weekend without the hassle of buying individual screening tickets? Get your All-Access Pass here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81064462
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/that-hits-different-film-block/
LOCATION:Asheville Masonic Temple\, 80 Broadway \, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sean Soboleski":MAILTO:ashevillefilmfestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181834
CREATED:20260804T151304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T181602Z
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SUMMARY:FILMMAKER WORKSHOP: Directing in Pre-Production- Creating\, Honing\, & Communicating Your Vision
DESCRIPTION:You’ve got your script together\, your producer on board\, and you’re assembling a great team to shoot your film\, but how do you communicate your vision? Where do you begin when analyzing a script in order to discuss symbolism\, look/feel\, and motif and how do you tell your team what you need? Where is your place in all of it the work that happens before the camera rolls? \nIn this workshop we will take apart a general script\, discuss the importance of using symbolism and precisely how to do it\, create individual visions\, and learn how to communicate these to each member of the creative team\, from production designer to talent\, Production Day 1. You’ll leave with tools for discussion\, communication\, actor meetings\, fielding questions\, storyboarding\, shotlisting\, and more. \nIf you’ve ever felt frustrated on set because folks don’t seem to “get it”\, felt lost in the sauce in production meetings while the crew makes plans around you\, or you simply want to learn more about the craft of directing\, this workshop is for you. \nGet your tickets to this workshop here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=96336259 \nWant to experience the entire festival weekend without the hassle of buying individual screening & workshop tickets? Get your All-Access Pass here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81064462
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/filmmaker-workshop-directing-in-pre-production-creating-honing-communicating-your-vision/
LOCATION:Asheville Masonic Temple\, 80 Broadway \, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sean Soboleski":MAILTO:ashevillefilmfestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T231004Z
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SUMMARY:Make Your Mark: Drawing Improv Workshop | Taught by Greg Benge
DESCRIPTION:An empty page is a lot like an empty stage. Many people who want to draw are stopped by self-consciousness and comparison. Even working artists and performers can become rigid\, disconnected from spontaneity. \nIn this 2-day workshop\, we’ll employ the values of improvisation to increase creative confidence and encourage play. \nWe’ll cover things like:\n– Simple drawing tips and practical techniques for clearer\, more confident mark-making\n– Discussing how drawings can generate scenes\, and how scenes can generate drawings\n– Appreciating drawing as a live\, relational act—not a final product\n– Visual drawing exercises that build upon each other \nThis 2-day workshop is designed for improvisors of all artistic skill levels to foster thinking visually and explore the vibrant relationship between drawing and performing. Participants will learn emerging improvisational drawing formats and collaborate to design their own novel format.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/make-your-mark-drawing-improv-workshop-taught-by-greg-benge/
LOCATION:Story Parlor\, 227 Haywood Road\, Asheville\, 28806
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joyride Improv":MAILTO:hello@joyrideimprov.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181834
CREATED:20260813T175716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T112322Z
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SUMMARY:The Art of Letting Go with Alcohol Inks
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, August 22 from 1–3 PM for The Art of Letting Go with Alcohol Inks\, a creative workshop with Angela Modzelewski\, MA\, ATR-P\, LPC-A of Wild Arts Creative Counseling  \nAre you holding onto a situation\, an expectation\, or a feeling that you’re ready to release? Through guided meditation and a unique art process using breath to move alcohol ink\, we’ll explore the gentle practice of “letting be” and making space for peace. \nThis workshop is open to everyone in the community ages 12+ and is offered separately from our regular Open Hearts day program. You do NOT have to be a current participant to join. Just bring your curiosity and come create with us!  \nYou’ll leave with a ceramic coaster or two that is uniquely your own. \n– All materials provided\n– Pay-What-You-Can (Suggested $25)\n– Spaces are limited! To officially reserve your spot\, please email info@openheartsartcenter.org. \nFacilitator Bio: Angela Modzelewski\, ATR-P and LPC-A\, integrates art-making with mindfulness and nature-based approaches to foster growth through creative expression. Her therapeutic art workshops support personal well-being\, resilience\, and reflection.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-art-of-letting-go-with-alcohol-inks/
LOCATION:Open Hearts Art Center\, 217 Coxe Ave #4006\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Open Hearts Art Center":MAILTO:info@openheartsartcenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181834
CREATED:20260804T151027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T181554Z
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SUMMARY:New World\, New Me Film Block
DESCRIPTION:Love short films and documentaries? Want to support local and regional filmmakers? The Asheville Film Festival has film blocks and feature screenings that you don’t want to miss! \nTickets are $10/ person\, drinks and snacks will be available for purchase\, and all ticket sales go to supporting the Asheville Film Festival 501(c)3 nonprofit.  \nFilms to be Screened: \n“Zona Cesarini” \nDirected by: Maryam Rahimi \nMina\, a 40- a deaf woman\, lives with her young son in a modest apartment. Her life is quiet\, meticulous\, and structured—until one ordinary day\, while cleaning her window\, she spots something terrifying: Ivan\, her 25-year-old neighbor across the courtyard\, is preparing to hang himself. \nWithout the ability to hear or speak\, Mina must act fast. She throws together a plan\, grabbing a container of food and heading to his building\, hoping to delay his decision long enough to call for help. But how do you knock on a stranger’s door and ask him to live—when you can’t say a single word? \nTold with urgency and poetic restraint\, Zona Cesarini unfolds in real time\, capturing the tension and emotion of a final opportunity. The title refers to a famous Italian football expression used to describe decisive events that happen in the very last moments of a game—the point at which hope seems lost\, but change is still possible. \n“Going Home” \nDirected by: Katie Harbin \nA young woman returns home to find that sometimes growing up means growing apart. \n“Eye for an Eye” \nDirected by: Ashley Bowers \nA scavenger in a post-apocalyptic combine attempts to flea their tyrannical leader’s control\, but will her sister (their leader) let her? \n“Iridescent” \nDirected by: A.B. Osborne \nTess\, a space explorer\, discovers a wondrous new world called Iridescent. As she explores the rich ecosystems of this new planet\, she discovers a vibrant new land full of fantastical creatures. Tess reflects on the planet she left behind – a beautiful homeland that was polluted and abandoned. \nHandcrafted by Augusta University’s Animation program over 4 years by two cohorts of students and directed by Professor A.B. Osborne\, Iridescent is a celebration of the wild world around us. \nGet your tickets to this screening here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81062647 \nWant to experience the entire festival weekend without the hassle of buying individual screening tickets? Get your All-Access Pass here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81064462
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/new-world-new-me-film-block/
LOCATION:Asheville Masonic Temple\, 80 Broadway \, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sean Soboleski":MAILTO:ashevillefilmfestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181834
CREATED:20260312T175146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T112710Z
UID:90017-1787400000-1787414400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:ENCOUNTERS WITH CREATIVES – ANN WATCHER\, ORIGINAL OIL ARTIST
DESCRIPTION:(FREE) Ann Watcher will be on hand to share her techniques and experience in oil paintings. \nAnn’s inspiration is creating a visual experience. She describes herself as a painter of color and expression. It is not only subject matter that intrigues her\, but the play of shapes and colors and light against one another whether an old house\, a boat\, or a velvet hat. She strives to put modern touches of different colors around the canvas to express what she feels and sees and often blends elements of realism and abstraction to create a dynamic composition. Two of her floral paintings were selected to appear in season three of the Showtime series\, “Homeland” and another floral was featured in a commercial for the Levine Cancer Center in Charlotte. Duke University Medical Pavilion and Elon University have commissioned Ann’s art.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/encounters-with-creatives-ann-watcher-original-oil-artist/
LOCATION:Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio\, 51 West Main Street\, Brevard\, NC\, 28712\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lucy Clark Gallery &amp%3B Studio":MAILTO:Lucy@lucyclarkgallery.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181834
CREATED:20260721T201505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T211406Z
UID:95438-1787396400-1787400000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Blue Country Line Dance’s Giddy Up Brunch
DESCRIPTION:EVENT: 11AM \nBlue Country Line Dance’s Giddy Up Brunch
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/blue-country-line-dances-giddy-up-brunch-4/
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:20260822T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181834
CREATED:20260804T150832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T181547Z
UID:95966-1787394600-1787400000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Mountain Resilience Film Block
DESCRIPTION:Love short films and documentaries? Want to support local and regional filmmakers? The Asheville Film Festival has film blocks and feature screenings that you don’t want to miss! Tickets are $10/ person\, drinks and snacks will be available for purchase\, and all ticket sales go to supporting the Asheville Film Festival 501(c)3 nonprofit. \nFilms to be Screened: \n“Distant Dreams” \nDirected by: Caroline Peterson \nWhen Anatoliy Voloshyn left Ukraine to pursue tennis and an education in the United States\, he could not have known that his homeland would soon face a full scale invasion. From the tennis courts of small-town Kentucky to the halls of the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C.\, this story follows his journey to find ways to build a bridge between two nations. Along the way\, he discovers that the true meaning of the American Dream is not individual success alone\, but standing together- across borders\, languages\, and cultures- with a simple promise: “I’ve got your back.”​​ \n“Houdini II: A Beautiful Day to Die” \nDirected by: Daniel John \nReframing the Houdini myth\, an African American magician and escape artist claims the name of Harry Houdini and builds a legacy of his own. \nThis intimate first-person account documentary unfolds through three key escapes\, including to a defiant leap of faith off a Miami bridge in 1987. \nThis film includes firsthand accounts of racism\, and references to suicide and dangerous stunts\, including a public bridge jump. Viewer discretion is advised. \n“Through Hardship: Finding the Limit” \nDirected by: Simon Bonneau \nThis MotoAmerica Superbike documentary follows a team’s final race of the season at New Jersey Motorsports Park\, amidst personal and financial challenges. The episode details intense race preparation\, including bike modifications and unexpected setbacks. Crashes and subsequent repairs create high-stakes drama throughout the weekend. \n“Love Song for a Wailing Earth” \nDirected by: Scott Kirschenbaum \nSet against the haunting beauty of Appalachia\, “Love Song for a Wailing Earth” is a short dance film that intimately follows one woman who returns home after Hurricane Helene to confront what was lost—and what remains. Through an unvarnished\, vulnerable performance\, Conway Weary channels the collective grief of climate trauma\, offering a raw and poetic meditation on the experience of displacement and the reality of ecological loss. \nGet your tickets to this screening here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81063045 \nWant to experience the entire festival weekend without the hassle of buying individual screening tickets? Get your VIP All-Access Pass here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81064462
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/mountain-resilience-film-block/
LOCATION:Asheville Masonic Temple\, 80 Broadway \, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sean Soboleski":MAILTO:ashevillefilmfestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181834
CREATED:20260810T193319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T170729Z
UID:96199-1787392800-1787414400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Gather Art Market
DESCRIPTION:Gather Art Market will take place at Hearth Glass & Gallery in Burnsville on Saturday\, August 22nd\, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors 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\, sip some tea\, learn about various craft techniques\, and discover a wide array of unique handmade goods.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/gather-art-market-3/
LOCATION:Hearth Glass and Gallery\, 410 W Main Street Burnsville\, NC\, 28714\, Burnsville\, 28714
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gather Art Market":MAILTO:gatherartmarket@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181834
CREATED:20260804T150505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T181541Z
UID:95962-1787392800-1787400000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:FILMMAKER WORKSHOP: Tools and Techniques of Motion Picture Lighting
DESCRIPTION:A brief overview of the theory\, equipment\, and methods of lighting films for meaning\, mood and emotion. Learn tricks and techniques used by top cinematographers and gaffers that can be adapted to low budget indie filmmaking. \nABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: \nBrad first caught the filmmaking bug during high school in 1974 while working as a production assistant on a friend’s independent 16 mm short film. After directing another 16 mm short in the 1980’s\, he continued learning the filmmaking craft and assisting on fellow filmmaker’s projects. In the 1990’s\, after moving to Seattle WA\, Brad continued his filmmaking career in positions that ranged from gaffer to cinematographer to writer/director\, and films that varied from commercials to independent features.  \nDuring the expansion of his filmmaking resume on the west coast\, Brad began teaching film production at the Seattle Film Institute\, and then at their sister school\, Carolina Film Institute in Greenville\, SC.  In the years in between\, he was the head instructor for the former Blue Ridge Motion Pictures Film Institute\, in Asheville\, NC.  For the last ten years\, Brad has been presiding over his own school\, the Asheville School of Film. He has 25+ years experience teaching a variety of students and experience levels the craft of filmmaking. Since retiring from teaching the last April\, Brad has been working on several of his own independent feature film projects. \nGet your tickets to this workshop here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81165051 \nWant to experience the entire festival weekend without the hassle of buying individual screening & workshop tickets? Get your All-Access Pass here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81064462
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/filmmaker-workshop-tools-and-techniques-of-motion-picture-lighting/
LOCATION:Asheville Masonic Temple\, 80 Broadway \, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sean Soboleski":MAILTO:ashevillefilmfestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T110000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181834
CREATED:20260720T192620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T152414Z
UID:95302-1787391000-1787396400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:The Art of Presence: Meditation and Reflection in the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Step into the Museum’s galleries before the doors open for a quiet and contemplative morning of meditation\, mindful walking\, and reflection. This guided experience invites participants to slow down\, settle the nervous system\, and explore the Museum as a place of sanctuary\, spaciousness\, and renewal. \nThe session will begin with a brief seated meditation\, followed by a walking meditation through selected exhibits. Along the way\, participants will pause with gentle mindfulness prompts designed to support personal reflection\, embodied awareness\, and a deeper connection with the artwork. Rather than offering art historical interpretation\, the experience encourages each participant to notice what arises within them through presence\, stillness\, and mindful seeing. The group will honor noble silence throughout much of the session with occasional opportunities for brief reflection and sharing. No previous meditation experience is needed. \nJoin Joshua on August 22\, October 3\, November 7\, and December 5. \nJoshua Canter is a mindfulness meditation teacher and the founder of True Nature Travels and Education\, an Asheville-based organization that has offered transformative retreats and educational experiences around the world for more than 20 years. He holds a master’s degree in Contemplative Psychology and is passionate about making mindfulness accessible\, grounded\, and relevant to everyday life.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-art-of-presence-meditation-and-reflection-in-the-museum/
LOCATION:Asheville Art Museum\, 2 S Pack Square\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Art Museum":MAILTO:npage@ashevilleart.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T230000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181835
CREATED:20260812T225930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T112056Z
UID:96303-1787346000-1787353200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Secret Garden Comedy
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy Club brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week it’s a secret lineup of amazing comedians!!! \nSecret Garden Comedy is live at the Cultura Room in The Funkatorium! A fun mix of local favorites and big city comics all the way from New York City and who knows who else might show up!!! \nTable seating and full dinner menu available \nages 18+\ndoors at 8:45pm\, show at 9:15pm \nTickets $18
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/secret-garden-comedy-2/
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:20260821T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T230000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181835
CREATED:20260804T150304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T181534Z
UID:95958-1787346000-1787353200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Feral Friday Double Feature
DESCRIPTION:Love short films and documentaries? Want to support local and regional filmmakers? The Asheville Film Festival has film blocks and feature screenings that you don’t want to miss! \nJoin us for a late night Feral Friday Film Block at the Asheville Masonic Temple! As the witching hour approaches\, enjoy some of the best untamed storytelling that cinema has to offer. Tickets are $20/ person for this DOUBLE FEATURE\, drinks will be available for purchase\, and all ticket sales go to supporting the Asheville Film Festival 501(c)3 nonprofit. \nFilms to be Screened: \n“Settlement” \nDirected by: Fiona Maria \nWhile enjoying nature\, four friends encounter something definitely unnatural. \n“Whole” \nDirected by: Cameron J. Voris \nEvery night\, Henry waits alone at a quiet stop sign for a car that never stops; it just delivers a small\, cardboard box. His days are spent working\, waiting\, and watching. Each box brings something that keeps him going. Something that reminds him of what he lost… and what he’s trying to find again. \n“The Sessions” \nDirected by: Vince Eisenson \nIn this crime driven\, pilot episode\, we met a therapy group for murderers where someone is bound to snap. \n“Imago” \nDirected by: Ariel Zengotita \nAs Ana’s mom transforms into a giant insect\, their codependent relationship becomes unbearable. \n“Holidays with Catfish” \nDirected by: Spencer Bolin \nAn anthology of holiday adventures featuring two passionate friends seeking internet fame. \n“Gladiator Baby” \nDirected by: Ali Sabokbar & Erfan Hosseini \nA young girl and a young boy must fight for their goals to pave the way for their dreams — but only one of them can get closer to their destination\, and only if they are willing to destroy the other’s dream in the gamble of ambition… \n“Trevor Lies” \nDirected by: Joe Pellegrino \nThe bizarre tale of a young boy and his puritanical family who must grapple with the morality and consequences of deceit. \nGet your tickets to this screening here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81054749 \nWant to experience the entire festival weekend without the hassle of buying individual screening tickets? Get your All-Access Pass here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81064462
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/feral-friday-double-feature/
LOCATION:Asheville Masonic Temple\, 80 Broadway \, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sean Soboleski":MAILTO:ashevillefilmfestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T223000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181835
CREATED:20260809T112934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T192550Z
UID:96153-1787344200-1787351400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Emo Night Brooklyn
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Emo Night Brooklyn\, a DJ dance party blasting the best emo and pop punk jams. We may even invite some of your favorite artists and bands to surprise you and join the party. Get ready to scream your lungs out\, mosh\, and dance to all your favorite songs with all of your favorite people and experience the awesomeness that is Emo Night Brooklyn.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/emo-night-brooklyn-5/
LOCATION:Eulogy\, 10 Buxton Ave\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emo Night Brooklyn":MAILTO:info@eulogyavl.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T220000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181835
CREATED:20260624T201518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T171819Z
UID:94262-1787342400-1787349600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Carson Peters and Iron Mountain
DESCRIPTION:ALL AGES\nSEATED SHOW \nCARSON PETERS & IRON MOUNTAIN\nCarson Peters and Iron Mountain has quickly become one of the most energetic and hottest bluegrass bands in the business\, making numerous trips to the Grand Ole Opry and multiple international appearances. Their traditional bluegrass style and A Cappella arrangements are a refreshing reminder that the bluegrass of old is alive and well. The band is made up of Carson Peters\, (Piney Flats\, TN) James McDowell\, (Hendersonville\, NC) Taylor Parks\, (Bloxom\, VA) Henry Burgess\, (Edmond\, OK) and Jake Goforth (Troy\, NC). Carson and the band signed with Billy Blue Records in 2023\, and recently released their second album under the esteemed bluegrass label\, “Hold On Heart”.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/carson-peters-and-iron-mountain/
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:20260821T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T213000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181835
CREATED:20260715T161410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T170648Z
UID:94994-1787340600-1787347800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Rebecca Folsom and Marilyn Walker
DESCRIPTION:Rebecca Folsom’s music is about liberation. Her songs crack open hearts\, inspire hope\, and leave listeners with a deeper perspective. The award-winning singer-songwriter moves with ease through her four-octave range as she plucks the instrument of the heart with tender fearlessness and fiery passion all meant to awaken unfettered aliveness.Her voice\, a beacon in the dark\, ignites joy that heals and liberates. You might find yourself singing along\, dancing\, weeping\, or raising your hands in motivated celebration to rise up and live into life’s greatest potential. Rebecca delivers an unforgettable live experience. Join her in intimate solo performances\, with her dynamic harmony-infused trio\, or fronting her powerhouse band.Intent on using music and creativity as a unifying force for good\, Rebecca transmits the wisdom of a seasoned creative warrior: she’s fierce and playful\, flows with grace\, and generously offers the pearls gathered along the way to open doors to possibility. This translates into music\, workshops\, and community that help you break free and become the truest\, most vibrant expression of yourself.Rebecca’s latest album\, Sanctuary\, marks her third album to top the national charts. Several of the songs were co-written with or inspired by individuals in marginalized situations. She collaborated with nonprofit groups to create outreach programs and workshops. The result? A beautiful tapestry of songs written with or for marginalized communities\, each with a message of hope and an offering of positive solutions. (Visit the Sanctuary page.) Rebecca has played on BBC television/radio for an audience of 1.5 million\, Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado\, The Bluebird and Opryland in Nashville\, TN\, and numerous festivals nationwide. In addition to her 12 released albums and vibrant coaching career\, Rebecca has written and published two books of poetry and created numerous paintings of fine art. Her philanthropy includes serving with Blue Sky Bridge (a child advocacy organization)\, The Women’s Foundation of Colorado\, Boulder Shelter for the Homeless\, One Tree Planted\, Inc.\, and International Rescue Committee (IRC)\, to name just a few. \nDelightfully insightful songwriter Marilyn Walker sprinkles the lyrical storytelling style of John Prine with a touch of Winnie the Pooh. Her eclectic background of ecosystem science\, renewable energy\, and activism drives her striking lyrics and enthusiastic performances. Her first studio album\, At the Jamboree\, was focused on children but veiled in adult themes\, i.e.\, delight plus insight. She brings whimsy and humor to her writing and performances\, whether she’s telling the true story of the fungus that is named after her\, or going full on bawdy (when no children are present!) with her parody “Walking Around Naked” or her folk punk “Boyfriend in a Body Cast\,” which she performs as her alternate identity of Stalker Walker. But she’s often tender and sweet in her approach\, finding those moments in her own life that are relatable and touching. Marilyn is currently working on a new studio album\, Water’s Gonna Rise\, focusing on climate change as well as the human impacts of the rapidly changing world – homelessness\, addiction\, and injustice. Whether audiences are laughing\, crying\, or thinking\, they almost all include one word in their description – delightful.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/rebecca-folsom-and-marilyn-walker/
LOCATION:White Horse Black Mountain\, 105 Montreat Rd  \, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T210000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181835
CREATED:20260812T225635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T112050Z
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SUMMARY:Modelface Comedy presents Nick Youssef
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy Club brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have Nick Youssef in The Cultura Room! \nNick Youssef is a LA/NY based comedian\, writer\, actor and host of The According To Nick Youssef podcast. Nick’s comedy has featured on Hulu\, NBCs Last Call\, @Midnight\, Viceland’s ‘Funny How?’ and podcasts such as The Joe Rogan Experience and WTF with Marc Maron. Nick’s first two standup albums debuted in the top 5 of the iTunes comedy charts and are obnoxiously available in physical vinyl format. His first hour special ‘Take Care’ is now available on his YouTube channel. Aside from standup\, Nick is a contributing writer for Esquire and Brooklyn Magazines and is constantly telling his dog Ricky he’s a good little buddy. \nFeaturing Jeremy Alder \nSeated show\, full dinner menu available \nages 18+\ndoors at 6:30pm\, show at 7pm\nTickets $18 advance\, $22 day of
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/modelface-comedy-presents-nick-youssef/
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:20260821T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181835
CREATED:20260812T154258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T112043Z
UID:96251-1787335200-1787342400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Porge Buck: Six Decades in Print
DESCRIPTION:Print House is proud to present Porge Buck: Six Decades in Print\, a special exhibition celebrating the life and work of influential printmaker Porge Buck (1931–2022). The opening reception will be held on Friday\, August 21\, from 6–8 p.m. at Print House\, located at 29 Carolina Lane in Asheville\, and is free and open to the public. \nThe exhibition brings together a collection of Buck’s original etchings and mezzotints spanning more than six decades of artistic practice. Recognized for her extraordinary technical skill and meticulous attention to detail\, Buck was a master of intaglio printmaking. Explore and collect the work of an important figure in Asheville’s artistic community.  \nEVENT DETAILS\nPorge Buck: Six Decades in Print\nOpening Reception & Artist Talk\nFriday\, August 21\, 2026 6:00–8:00 p.m.\nPrint House\n29 Carolina Lane\nAsheville\, NC 28801
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/porge-buck-six-decades-in-print/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T193000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181835
CREATED:20260804T150058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T181529Z
UID:95954-1787335200-1787340600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Opening Night Film Block
DESCRIPTION:Love short films and documentaries? Want to support local and regional filmmakers? The Asheville Film Festival has film blocks and feature screenings that you don’t want to miss! \nJoin us for the opening night ceremony and film block of the 2026 Asheville Film Festival! Tickets are $12/ person for this event\, drinks will be available for purchase\, and all ticket sales go to supporting the Asheville Film Festival 501(c)3 nonprofit. \nFilms to be Screened:  \n“Origin” \nDirected by: Campbell Hass \nA man sits down to conduct a Turing test. Across from him is an advanced artificial language model. The goal is simple: determine whether the entity he’s speaking to is truly conscious\, or is just simulating it. But as the conversation deepens\, something starts to feel off and the the test transforms into something that neither could have expected. \n“After Helene” \nDirected by: Zoe Miller \nAfter Helene highlights the aftermath of Hurricane Helene on northwestern North Carolina almost 2 years later. This documentary shows the perseverance through community. \n“Unheard Voice” \nDirected by: Joseph S. S. Galyean \nWhen a weapon is discovered in the sandy refuges of the beach\, a story of untamed trauma and inevitable destruction unfolds. \n“Forget Me Not” \nDirected by: Michelle Bucci & Danielle Herrera Boivin \nWhen a fracture in the multiverse tears them from their parallel lives\, a guarded go-go dancer and a spirited cocktail waitress are thrust into a garden between realities—where they must confront the forces that have kept them trapped before they’re pulled back for good. \n“Bloom” \nDirected by: Zachary Gladwin \nAfter a young man awakes from a hypnotic trance in a strange land he must search high and low for a way to escape his lonely existence. Will his curiosity and ingenuity be able to withstand repeated failures and the familiar draw to complacency\, or will he find a way to break through his limits and explore the great beyond? \n“The Drive” \nDirected by: Brody Atticus Van Arnam \nWeeks before leaving Asheville for college\, Danny is surprised when his best friend Jack presents him with a broken-down car- their dream project to restore together. As their opposing views of the future strain their friendship\, Danny leaves\, only to return after a devastating storm claims Jack’s life. Faced with grief and an unfinished dream\, Danny rebuilds the car himself\, ultimately learning what it means to move forward without leaving everything behind. \nGet your tickets to this screening here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81056019 \nWant to experience the entire festival weekend without the hassle of buying individual screening tickets? Get your All-Access Pass here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81064462
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/opening-night-film-block/
LOCATION:Asheville Masonic Temple\, 80 Broadway \, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sean Soboleski":MAILTO:ashevillefilmfestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T193000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181835
CREATED:20260729T155933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T161842Z
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SUMMARY:Film Screening - Look Homeward\, Angel from CBS Playhouse 90
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special screening of “Look Homeward\, Angel” from CBS Playhouse 90\, a rare chance to experience Thomas Wolfe’s work on screen.\nBased on Ketti Frings’ Tony Award-winning Broadway adaptation of the classic novel\, this production stars Timothy Bottoms\, Geraldine Page\, and E.G. Marshall as they bring the Gant family’s story to life. Come join us\, grab some popcorn\, and enjoy the nostalgia of this 1972 television movie.\nThis is a FREE EVENT. Follow this link to reserve your seats! :https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/film-screening-look-homeward-angel-from-cbs-playhouse–90\nDonations are happily accepted and go toward the Memorial’s programming and other special events like this
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/film-screening-look-homeward-angel-from-cbs-playhouse-90/
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:20260821T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T130000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181835
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T105843Z
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SUMMARY:Kanuga presents Gather & Ground: A Restorative Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Kanuga presents “Gather & Ground: A Restorative Retreat”—a weekend designed to help attendees pause\, breathe\, and reconnect with self\, Fri.–Sun. Aug. 21–23 at Kanuga in Hendersonville\, N.C. The all-inclusive weekend mini-retreat includes lodging and meals\, a one-on-one EMDR therapy session\, a nourishing facial\, guided reflection in nature\, and time to rest and reset the nervous system.  \nLed by EMDR-certified therapist Anne Sheppard\, licensed esthetician Caroline Schultz\, and spiritual director Aimée Bostwick\, attendees are invited to rest\, reset and respond with self-care. The weekend includes a nourishing facial\, soothing skin and spirit alike; a 30-minute Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) session with a licensed therapist; and guided reflection and introspection in nature. Registration also includes lodging and meals. This is an opportunity to slow down\, feel supported and remember what it feels like to stand on solid ground again.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/kanuga-presents-gather-ground-a-restorative-retreat/
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:20260821T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T173000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181835
CREATED:20260804T145913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T181521Z
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SUMMARY:Notes & Numbers Film Block
DESCRIPTION:Love short films and documentaries? Want to support local and regional filmmakers? The Asheville Film Festival has film blocks and feature screenings that you don’t want to miss! \nTickets are $10/ person\, drinks and snacks will be available for purchase\, and all ticket sales go to supporting the Asheville Film Festival 501(c)3 nonprofit.  \nFilms to be Screened: \n“The Solution” \nDirected by: Steve Kniss & John Klein \nA math professor\, rejected over and over again for publication\, finds herself supplanted by her genius-level teaching assistant\, and resorts to drastic measures to re-assert her authority. \n“Resonancia” \nDirected by: Ted Nash & Cathy Barbash \nIn the heart of Havana\, Grammy-winning composer Ted Nash invites young Cuban musicians to find inspiration in the colors and forms of a museum’s paintings. What begins as a search for melody becomes an awakening\, as students uncover hidden voices within themselves—discovering passion\, courage\, and untapped creativity. Their week of exploration blooms into a radiant concert before more than a thousand people\, where art and music merge into a testament of self-discovery and the boundless power of expression. \nGet your tickets to this screening here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81057311 \nWant to experience the entire festival weekend without the hassle of buying individual screening tickets? Get your All-Access Pass here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81064462
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/notes-numbers-film-block/
LOCATION:Asheville Masonic Temple\, 80 Broadway \, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sean Soboleski":MAILTO:ashevillefilmfestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T181835
CREATED:20260804T145506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T181515Z
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SUMMARY:FILMMAKER WORKSHOP: Tools & Techniques of Motion Picture Lighting
DESCRIPTION:A brief overview of the theory\, equipment\, and methods of lighting films for meaning\, mood and emotion. Learn tricks and techniques used by top cinematographers and gaffers that can be adapted to low budget indie filmmaking. \nABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: \nBrad first caught the filmmaking bug during high school in 1974 while working as a production assistant on a friend’s independent 16 mm short film. After directing another 16 mm short in the 1980’s\, he continued learning the filmmaking craft and assisting on fellow filmmaker’s projects. In the 1990’s\, after moving to Seattle WA\, Brad continued his filmmaking career in positions that ranged from gaffer to cinematographer to writer/director\, and films that varied from commercials to independent features.  \nDuring the expansion of his filmmaking resume on the west coast\, Brad began teaching film production at the Seattle Film Institute\, and then at their sister school\, Carolina Film Institute in Greenville\, SC.  In the years in between\, he was the head instructor for the former Blue Ridge Motion Pictures Film Institute\, in Asheville\, NC.  For the last ten years\, Brad has been presiding over his own school\, the Asheville School of Film. He has 25+ years experience teaching a variety of students and experience levels the craft of filmmaking. Since retiring from teaching the last April\, Brad has been working on several of his own independent feature film projects. \nGet your tickets to this workshop here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81165051 \nWant to experience the entire festival weekend without the hassle of buying individual screening & workshop tickets? Get your All-Access Pass here: https://theashevillefilmfestival.as.me/?appointmentType=81064462
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/filmmaker-workshop-tools-techniques-of-motion-picture-lighting/
LOCATION:Asheville Masonic Temple\, 80 Broadway \, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sean Soboleski":MAILTO:ashevillefilmfestival@gmail.com
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