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SUMMARY:OPEN STUDIO - JULY EDITION - WITH ANNE STRUTZ\, PSA\, IAPS-MC
DESCRIPTION:Join Anne in the studio for four Wednesdays in July for an open-format pastel class designed to help you develop and refine your skills in this richly expressive medium. Each session will include guided exercises that focus on core artistic principles alongside techniques that bring energy and life to your work. Participants are to bring their own reference materials to personalize their experience. Pastels\, paper\, and a range of supplies for sketching and underpainting will be provided\, with sanded paper available for purchase. \nPlease bring a small sketchbook; 2B (or softer) pencil and a gum eraser; and black\, medium gray and light gray markers. While pastels will be provided\, it is recommended that you bring your own pastels as well so you can learn what colors you may need to add to your personal pastel inventory.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/open-studio-july-edition-with-anne-strutz-psa-iaps-mc-3/
LOCATION:Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio\, 51 West Main Street\, Brevard\, NC\, 28712\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T173000
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SUMMARY:PATIO SHOW: TOMBOYY
DESCRIPTION:– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE \nTOMBOYY \nMinneapolis based duo\, TOMBOYY is a doom country garage band specializing in dynamic sound and crowd appeal. Drummer Connie Guice cut her teeth in Pittsburgh PA and has played everything from metal\, punk\, blues\, funk. Sarah Yribar grew up in St. Paul\, Minnesota. She has been singing and playing music since a toddler\, finding her voice and rhythm through soul\, punk and investigation ever since. They met over a pool table and started playing music fall of 2022. They have united forces to bring a sound that is unique every time you hear it.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/patio-show-tomboyy/
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:20260723T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T220000
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SUMMARY:APLR Presents: The Animeros
DESCRIPTION:APLR Presents: The Animeros \nThursday\, July 23rd\, 2026 \nAyurPrana Listening Room – 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC 28806 \nDoors 6PM || Event 7PM \nThe Animeros \nWith musical notes that span well beyond genres like bolero\, psychedelic\, and cumbia\, The Animeros not only make their audience hit the dance floor\, but they also invite their listeners and tastemakers alike to a glimpse of their rich cultural upbringing. \nThe group who is made up of Nick Tozzo (drummer and percussionist)\, Nicolas Sanchez (bassist)\, and Mauro Lopez (guitarist) craft a genre-blending sound that drifts between the lush jungles of Colombia\, the palm-lined streets of 1960s coastal Mexico\, and the dusty cantinas of West Texas. \nSanchez’s Colombian roots\, growing up listening to his parents’ beloved salsa and cumbia; Lopez’s parents’ Mexican and American discography\, which spanned from traditional Tejano to improvised jazz; and Tozzo’s love for jazz and salsa music\, the latter stemming from his college years\, leading him to study and live in Colombia to experience music greats first-handedly. All of this\, paired with their undeniable chemistry and meshed with their now hometown Austin’s innovative creative sounds has led them to create the unique sonic movement that is The Animeros\, a name inspired by Colombian shamans who would usher lost souls to their peace. \nTheir journey took an unexpected turn when their music reached the ears of Dan Auerbach\, the Grammy Award winning producer\, songwriter\, and frontman of The Black Keys. Auerbach first heard them by chance\, music floating from an open hotel window that stopped him in his tracks. Captivated\, he made a note to track them down\, and within a year\, that chance encounter led to something bigger. Now signed to Auerbach’s Easy Eye Sound label\, The Animeros are preparing to release their debut album next year\, produced exclusively by Auerbach himself. \n“I feel like it’s only a matter of time for these guys and for the music that they play. All they have to do is be themselves\,” Auerbach said about the trio. “They’re playing the kind of music that they can play forever until they’re 100 years old because it’s rooted in history\, but it’s very much in the present.” \n“When we first talked\, one of the things was our love for the nuance in Latin music\,” Lopez shared. “That’s what initially drew ourselves to each other… That’s like a language among musicians.” Tozzo also talked about their shared musical bond: “What makes our chemistry special is that even if one of us has just a glimpse of an idea\, together we can take that and really create something out of it.” “That encyclopedia of [music] knowledge everyone brings…That’s what’s really appealing about this project. It’s not just surface level. Everybody’s going pretty deep on it\,” Sanchez added. \nThe Animeros are on the cusp of reaching new audiences all over the globe. More singles are coming with a new album on the way in 2026 via Easy Eye Sound. \nAll ages\nEnding Time is an estimate\nTickets only sold through DICE. Ticket Price will increase day of show. Save by buying before!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/aplr-presents-the-animeros/
LOCATION:AyurPrana Listening Room\, 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260816
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
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SUMMARY:RENT - Flat Rock Playhouse - 7/24-8/15
DESCRIPTION:Thirty years ago\, RENT ignited Broadway like a lightning bolt — a raw\, raucous\, Pulitzer Prize–winning love letter that gave voice to the misfits\, the rebels\, the ones who loved without permission.  Three decades later\, its fire still burns. \nIn the East Village\, a patchwork of outsiders fight to create and survive in a city that’s forgotten them. They turn struggle into art and fear into defiance. Through loss\, love\, and the noise of the city\, they find strength together in the face of adversity.  \nBased on Puccini’s masterpiece\, La Bohème\, and fueled by its electric rock score and unflinching humanity\, RENT is one of the most influential musicals of the 20th century\, reimagined this season with the bold artistry of Flat Rock Playhouse. Join the revolution. No Day But Today. \nEvent Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/rent-flat-rock-playhouse-7-24-8-15/
LOCATION:Flat Rock Playhouse\,  2661 Greenville Highway\, Flat Rock\, NC\, 28731\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T120000
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SUMMARY:Street Photography:  Capturing the Drama of Daily Life
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to take better pictures of people? This class is a digital photography workshop designed for beginner to intermediate photographers who are looking to enhance their skills and comfort behind the camera. Each class will include a photo slide-based interaction using the participants’\, instructor’s and professionals’ photos as examples of approach\, technique\, and goals of street photography. Ample opportunity for participants to submit their photos for class discussion and constructive critique in a supportive environment will be provided. Emphasis will be on class discussion rather than lecture. Any digital camera (including cell phones) may be used. \nParticipants are asked to email 5 JPEG photos to the instructor (at woodyeisenberg@gmail.com) for discussion.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/street-photography-capturing-the-drama-of-daily-life/
LOCATION:Red House Art Gallery & Studios\, 101 Cherry Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T190000
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SUMMARY:APLR Presents: Mikaela Davis with Nic Panken
DESCRIPTION:APLR Presents: Mikaela Davis with Nic Panken \nSaturday\, July 25th\, 2026 \nAyurPrana Listening Room – 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC 28806 \nDoors 6PM || Event 7PM \nMikaela Davis \nEvery universe begins with a singular point\, a quiet corner where instinct speaks loudest\, where existential imagination can stretch its limbs. For acclaimed harpist and songwriter Mikaela Davis’ new album\, Graceland Way (due TK via Kill Rock Stars)\, that singularity was a hillside home in Chevy Chase Canyon\, a spot nestled in Los Angeles County where time slowed\, the world fell away\, and Davis could create from a sense of warmth and deep attentiveness. The “canyon country” epic born of that care ties a neo-western future back to the lineage of Laurel Canyon\, the mythos of Elvis’s Graceland\, and Paul Simon’s restless reinvention—a place where Davis can explore the fragile balance of light and dark\, grace and struggle\, rose and thorn\, as well as the mystical power found at their nexus. \nThe record’s musical big bang originated at the nexus of UHF Studio\, where Davis and noted guitarist John Lee Shannon\, co-wrote the record and co-produced alongside longtime collaborator Dan Horne. As the album’s story of an unnamed antihero navigating life in a failing world\, her harp\, his guitar\, and their joint melodies weave a mystic depth. That’s immediately evident from the opening track “(Looking Through) Rose Colored Glasses”\, a harp glissando burst functioning like a blissful wormhole to a new universe where dark Western tones come aided by Kurt G. Johnson’s pedal steel guitar and transformative harmonies from guest vocalists Madison Cunningham and Tim Heidecker. But even in this pained origin story\, Davis’ glittering\, opalescent voice and evocative harp find a depth of beauty. \nThat duality is then immediately challenged in “Nothin’s On The Radio”\, where the antihero arrives in a city devoid of meaning\, the dystopia of modern homogenized radio writ large. “It already feels dystopic living in a world today where radio stations are all owned by a handful of corporations\, all playing the same artists. Gone are the days when the radio was a way to bring people together\, to amplify the voices of freaks and weirdos from all corners of the world\,” she says. “I was fortunate to grow up in the last years of the golden age of FM radio\, and being able to tune into this magical world far beyond my own was a transformative experience. Hearing artists like Sheryl Crow and Vanessa Carlton coming through the car stereo is what made me want to write songs and play music in the first place.” \nAs the album progresses and the story continues\, Davis and her compatriots explore magic and mysticism on “11:11” and the haunting darkness of “Mizmoon”. Cass McCombs wrote the latter\, rattling percussion and Davis’ harp low end giving way to slippery shadows of violin. “When Cass first sent over the track\, it was the coolest thing I’d ever heard\,” Davis says. “The music and lyrics create such an ominous mood and I could imagine how the harp would carry the song right away.” Elsewhere\, Wednesday vocalist Karly Hartzman contributes to “Junk Love”\, an exploration of knowingly filling an empty space with meaningless physicality. Across Graceland Way’s\, Davis’ harp masterfully powers the wide variety of soundscapes\, taking on an ecstatic range of emotional color. “At the end of the journey\, the place you were destined for all along isn’t even a place\, it’s a state of mind: Graceland Way\,” Davis says. “It’s all interconnected and the universe balances itself. You need the dark to see the light\, and the most beauty usually happens where the two meet.” \nNic Panken \nBorn in Brooklyn and living in Kingston\, NY\, Nic Panken has toured extensively throughout North America and Europe\, performing on NPR’s Tiny Desk\, at Newport Folk Festival and Austin City Limits as lead singer in NYC band Spirit Family Reunion. His debut solo record Near Divine or Merely Rhyme came out in April 2026\, co-produced with multi-instrumentalist Jared Samuel (Kevin Morby)\, and featuring guest musicians Mat Davidson (Twain) and Austin Vaughn (Cass McCombs) among others.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/aplr-presents-mikaela-davis-with-nic-panken/
LOCATION:AyurPrana Listening Room\, 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
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SUMMARY:Kaleta and Super Yamba Band
DESCRIPTION:ALL AGES\nSTANDING ROOM ONLY \nKALETA & SUPER YAMBA BAND\nBrooklyn’s Kaleta & Super Yamba Band are fronted by Afrobeat and Juju veteran Leon Ligan-Majek a.k.a. Kaleta. The singer/guitarist from the West African country of Benin Republic lived his adolescent life in Lagos\, Nigeria where Afrobeat was born. Kaleta’s guitar chops earned him decades of touring and recording with Fela Kuti\, King Sunny Ade\, Lauryn Hill and more. Kaleta got his start in the late 70s performing in church and was soon after picked up by iconic Juju master and world music pioneer King Sunny Ade. A few years later Fela Kuti came calling. Kaleta would go on to tour the world playing guitar for the King of Afrobeat in his storied band Egypt 80 through the 1980s and into the 1990s. Now based in New York City\, Kaleta has been leading Super Yamba Band since 2017. Their debut album ‘Mèdaho\,’ which was released by California indie label Ubiquity Records\, draws on the group’s shared reverence for the raw\, psychedelic sounds that captivated Kaleta as a music loving kid in 1970s Benin. Mèdaho means “big brother”\, “elder” or “teacher” and is dedicated to Kaleta’s late brother Ligan-Ozavino Pascal who introduced him to funk and soul music at a very early age. The album was included on Bandcamp’s “Best Albums of Summer 2019” list and two of the songs were chosen for the ABC/Hulu series High Fidelity staring Zoe Kravitz. Kaleta and his band have also erupted onto the stages and video screens of major music festivals and music publications across the US. They performed at the historic Apollo Theatre in 2019. They even prompted Action Bronson to stop his own show on VICELAND TV just so he could hear more Yamba. They also performed on Adult Swim’s Fishcenter Live show in 2019. In 2017 they rocked Paste Magazine’s Emerging Music Festival in NYC and after that performance Afropop Worldwide fell in love with Kaleta\, saying “his James Brown grunts have got to be some of the best in the business!”
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/kaleta-and-super-yamba-band/
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:20260725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T130000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260312T170230Z
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SUMMARY:3 HOUR TERRARIUM BUILDING WORKSHOP WITH FRANK NUSS
DESCRIPTION:BYOB- Build your own bottle – terrarium bottle that is! Half day terrarium workshop with Frank Nuss. Frank is a horticulture grad and miniature plant enthusiast\, who propagates his own plants and loves the creative process of building terrariums. \nWe’ve all experienced the feeling of peace and beauty as we explore the great outdoors. Now\, we can feel this same peace as we bring to life our own secret garden within our very homes! \nThis workshop can be fun for all ages (mature children ages 12 and up are welcome). During this workshop\, you will build your own terrarium from an empty glass container to a finished masterpiece! Terrariums done properly become self-contained\, with low maintenance\, so a green thumb is not necessary! \nParticipants may be quite surprised at the creativity in their own hands! Some will be inspired to further their own collection of terrariums\, make gifts for others\, and even to teach others to do the same.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/3-hour-terrarium-building-workshop-with-frank-nuss/
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:20260725T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T193000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260519T060924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T185427Z
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SUMMARY:PATIO SHOW: Laurel Canyon East
DESCRIPTION:– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE\nLAUREL CANYON EAST \nLaurel Canyon East brings their trademark\, Folk Rock vibe. Experience the music that came out of Laurel Canyon in the 60’s and 70’s. Groups like CSN\, The Eagles\, The Byrds\, Linda Ronstadt\, Stevie Nicks\, Jackson Brown\, Joni Mitchell\, and many more. Capturing the spirit of collective creativity and spreading the love\, we hope you will join us in celebrating\, enjoying friendship\, and live music!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/patio-show-laurel-canyon-east/
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:20260726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T170000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260413T183009Z
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SUMMARY:Living Poem: One Day Portrait & Presence Weaving of Women
DESCRIPTION:A living poem in the mountains\, with a ceremonial portrait experience. \nIn the heat of Appalachian summer\, join writer\, Reiki master teacher\, and retreat leader\, Katelyn Wargo\, and creative artist\, visionary\, and storyteller\, Christine Yanella\, of Earth Body Photography\, for a day that weaves like a living poem—a poem woven through softening\, reflection\, nourishment\, connection\, water\, and witness. \nThis is a day to step out of the noise long enough to feel your “soulskin”—your holy essence again\, and to receive\, release\, and let your essence shine. \nWe’ll begin with space to arrive\, set an intention\, and settle into your body. And from there\, the day unfolds through a series of experiences designed to soften you open—into presence\, into beauty\, into yourself. \nYou’ll be guided into deep rest through Yoga Nidra & Reiki beneath the trees.\nYou’ll be nourished with a Mediterranean-inspired\, yet Appalachian influenced lunch by our private chef\, thoughtfully prepared with local\, seasonal ingredients.\nYou’ll be witnessed through a professional embodied portrait session by or in the waterfall on the gorgeous property—an opportunity to be seen as you are and celebrate yourself for how far you have come. \nIn between\, there is room to connect\, or to be quiet. You can participate in an optional beauty noticing practice\, hike the trails\, journal\, pull cards\, or nurture new friendships.\nThis day asks nothing of you except that you show up as you are\, ready to receive\, and most importantly\, ready to step into your soulskin again —your holy essence\, in a gathering of like minded women. \nThis is an intimate container of only 8 women.\nSliding scale pricing available*\nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE: https://katelynwargo.com/livingpoempotraitandpresence
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/living-poem-one-day-portrait-presence-weaving-of-women/
LOCATION:House Boheme\, 872 Freemantown Rd\, Rutherfordton\, 28139
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ORGANIZER;CN="Katelyn Wargo":MAILTO:wovenlightavl@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
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SUMMARY:Fine Art & Finer Company: An Evening with Momentum Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an intimate evening of art\, wine\, hors d’oeuvres\, and community at one of Asheville’s premiere galleries.  \nLimited VIP tickets offer a pre-gallery studio tour with renowned glass artist\, Alex Bernstein.\nImportant notes about evening schedule:\nVIP experience: 5:30-7PM\nMain event: 7-9PM
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/fine-art-finer-company-an-evening-with-momentum-gallery/
LOCATION:Momentum Gallery\, 24 N. Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260527T232039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T184411Z
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SUMMARY:Chris Acker and the Growing Boys w/ Creekbed Carter Hogan
DESCRIPTION:STANDING ROOM ONLY \nCHRIS ACKER & THE GROWING BOYS\nIn a genre full of tall tales and marketable lies\, New Orleans’ Chris Acker crafts candid songs – weaving his wit and woes into a body of work that exposes the stale plight of the American Songster to the honest\, and sometimes hilarious\, light of day.\nIn the tradition of Guthrie and Prine\, Chris lends a quavering voice to the half-rotten romance of the unremarkable and unrefined. Regardless if you’re sitting by a backyard fire on a muggy Louisiana night or standing stage-side in some far flung town\, when you hear Chris Acker playing\, you’re hearing the end result of countless hours of observing the masters of the craft…and the end result of repeating their mistakes. \nFrom the folk revival through the golden age of country music\, deafened by punk shows and brass bands alike\, Chris’s songwriting is a nod to the absurd yet muted brilliance that inhabits the molded corners of the bars he patrons and cratered street he treads\, paired with a pained honesty that merits a long second look. \nAcker released his fourth full-length album\, Famous Lunch\, on Gar Hole Records in October of 2024. Famous Lunch contains some of his best work yet: laid back\, country-rockers like “Wouldn’t Do For You (Buddy)” and “Shit Surprise” (which Paste Magazine called a “song of the year contender” in 2024)\, a few raucous\, bar-ready joints like “Don’t You Know (Who I Think I Am)” and “Bunn Machine”\, and tender\, folky triumphs like “Stubborn Eyes” and “Eyelash”\, all showcasing Chris’ gift of building “vivid scenes at an impressively low word count” (No Depression). \nAcker tours solo or with his band The Growing Boys — Zach Thomas (bass)\, Nikolai Shveitser (pedal steel)\, Dave Hammer (guitar\, vocals)\, Sam Gelband (drums\, vocals)\, and occasionally Howe Pearson (piano). \nCREEKBED CARTER HOGAN\nFor trans folksinger Creekbed Carter Hogan\, everything good is made from the rotten stump of something else. It’s a theme they’ve become familiar with as they’ve made a life weaving stories of growing up religious around songs that pierce the soul\, tickle the funny bone\, and showcase a unique blend of self-taught folk picking and queer mayhem. \nCreekbed Carter\, out with Gar Hole Records on March 22 2024\, is Hogan at their most confident. Deftly crafted with folk sensibilities\, country swagger\, and a power emanating from the force of their own desires\, their new self-titled album is both creed and archive: a defiant declaration of survival and solidarity in an otherwise limited world.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/chris-acker-and-the-growing-boys-w-creekbed-carter-hogan/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260212T225508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T133025Z
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SUMMARY:CAMP: Stay Gold: Inspired by The Outsiders - July 27-31
DESCRIPTION:✨ STAY GOLD: OUTSIDERS MUSIC and DANCE Summer Camp (ages 10–18) ✨\nStep into the world of greasers\, dreamers\, and misfits in a week inspired by the hit Broadway musical The Outsiders! Campers explore brotherhood\, bravery\, and belonging through powerful songs that celebrate finding your voice and standing strong together. \nEach day builds skills in group choreography\, rhythm\, storytelling through lyrics\, and confidence onstage. This is a week all about dance\, connection\, and discovering the heart behind each song. \n🕺 This camp will be led by AMAZING choreographer and professional dancer\, Jarret Ditch.  \nCampers will: \n🎤 Learn choreography inspired by the hit Broadway musical\, The Outsiders\n🕺 Learn elements of stage combat in order to more accurately portray the story of the greasers\n📖 Dive into themes of friendship\, courage\, and identity\n🎬 Play confidence-building theater and improv games\n🎨 Enjoy creative time making “camp keepsakes” and small props\n⭐ Share everything they’ve learned in a final-day Friday showcase \n👉 Ages: 10–18\n🗓 Dates: July 27-31\n🕘 Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM\n🎬 Showcase: Friday afternoon at 3:30pm\n📈 Price: $355; increases to $375 on April 1 \nYour child will leave this week empowered\, connected\, and ready to Stay Gold 🌟\nThis camp is inspired by The Outsiders and is not affiliated with or endorsed by its creators or rights holders.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/camp-stay-gold-inspired-by-the-outsiders-july-27-31/
LOCATION:Asheville Junior Theater\, 174 Bradley Branch Rd\, Arden\, 28704
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ORGANIZER;CN="asheville junior theater":MAILTO:info@ashevillejuniortheater.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T150000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260609T155935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T230823Z
UID:93583-1785142800-1785510000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Spin Me a Tale Creative Arts Camp / Rising 3rd–5th Grades
DESCRIPTION:Travel through the rich storytelling traditions of Africa and the Afro-Caribbean world in this creative and energetic arts integration camp! Rising 3rd through 5th grade campers will explore folktales through dance\, music\, theatre\, visual art\, and performance while discovering the connection between rhythm and storytelling across cultures. Through drumming\, creative movement\, character work\, and collaborative storytelling\, young artists will build confidence\, teamwork\, cultural appreciation\, and artistic expression while preparing for a lively Story Theatre presentation inspired by the stories they explore together.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/spin-me-a-tale-creative-arts-camp-rising-3rd-5th-grades/
LOCATION:Wortham Center for the Performing Arts\, 18 Biltmore Ave.\, Asheville\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T190000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260430T035138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T213813Z
UID:91997-1785178800-1785178800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Centennial Sounds Presents Cornbread & Tortillas with Zoe & Cloyd
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-cornbread-tortillas-with-zoe-cloyd/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T150000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260516T055400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T185440Z
UID:92614-1785236400-1785250800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Simply Charmed - Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:**Show up at Ignite Jewelry Studios anytime between 11pm and 3pm to make your charms! \nThis is the perfect way to spend a part of your day while visiting our downtown Asheville metalsmithing studio and gallery. Come stamp and hammer a charm to your liking! Choose from more than 60 styles of metal stamps and a variety of jewelers hammers to complete your charm. You will start with a rectangular brass base\, (or upgrade to sterling silver in a variety of shapes and styles) then choose your silver accent piece\, and finally a gemstone of choice. After a quick demo by the instructor you can spend the next 45 minutes to complete your masterpiece. \nOur magnetic tumbler will polish your piece to perfection and you have an option of some finishing patinas as well. Upgrade to earrings\, make additional pendants for friends etc. \n$45 Base Price includes a brass charm\, gemstone drop\, jump ring\, and base metal chain. (Some silver upgrades available for additional cost and additional pieces may be purchased to make gifts\, extras\, etc!) \nThis is family friendly\, kid friendly ages 6 and up (but the littles will need help with the hammering)\, and a great rainy day or indoor activity in downtown Asheville!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/simply-charmed-drop-in-6/
LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 191 Lyman Street\, Suite #262\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Jewelry Studios":MAILTO:info@ignitejewelrystudios.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260504T172418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T205809Z
UID:92124-1785268800-1785276000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Sleepytime Gorilla Museum
DESCRIPTION:STANDING ROOM ONLY \nSLEEPYTIME GORILLA MUSEUM\nPerhaps we can call them Avant-Prog Metal\, or Grindcore Funk Theater\, or in the words of one particularly rapt concertgoer “Satanic Anarchic Viking Shit.” Regardless\, Sleepytime Gorilla Museum indoctrinates their audiences with circuitous melodies\, unnamable harmonies and gleefully dark\, evocative sounds emanating from an array of voices and instruments\, many of them homemade. \nWENDY EISENBERG\nWendy Eisenberg is an improviser and songwriter who uses guitar\, pedals\, the tenor banjo\, the computer\, the synthesizer and the voice.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/sleepytime-gorilla-museum/
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:20260729T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T160000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260414T183552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T105329Z
UID:91317-1785319200-1785340800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:OPEN STUDIO - JULY EDITION - WITH ANNE STRUTZ\, PSA\, IAPS-MC
DESCRIPTION:Join Anne in the studio for four Wednesdays in July for an open-format pastel class designed to help you develop and refine your skills in this richly expressive medium. Each session will include guided exercises that focus on core artistic principles alongside techniques that bring energy and life to your work. Participants are to bring their own reference materials to personalize their experience. Pastels\, paper\, and a range of supplies for sketching and underpainting will be provided\, with sanded paper available for purchase. \nPlease bring a small sketchbook; 2B (or softer) pencil and a gum eraser; and black\, medium gray and light gray markers. While pastels will be provided\, it is recommended that you bring your own pastels as well so you can learn what colors you may need to add to your personal pastel inventory.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/open-studio-july-edition-with-anne-strutz-psa-iaps-mc-4/
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:20260729T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T213000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260513T184047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T142727Z
UID:92531-1785353400-1785360600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Calidore String Quartet
DESCRIPTION:The Calidore String Quartet has been recognized for achieving an extraordinary cohesion of individual artistry and collective expression — what The Washington Post described as “four more individual musicians are unimaginable\, yet these speak\, breathe\, think and feel as one.” Their artistry reflects a profound engagement with both the classical canon and the evolving language of 21st-century chamber music.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/calidore-string-quartet/
LOCATION:Rosen Concert Hall\, Broyhill Music Center\, 813 Rivers St\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="An Appalachian Summer Festival":MAILTO:theschaefercenter@appstate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260531T000715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T184421Z
UID:93356-1785524400-1785535200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:APLR Presents: Magic Tuber Stringband
DESCRIPTION:APLR Presents: Magic Tuber Stringband \nFriday\, July 31st\, 2026 \nAyurPrana Listening Room – 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC 28806 \nDoors 6 PM || Show 7PM \nMagic Tuber Stringband \nMagic Tuber Stringband\, hailing from North Carolina\, probes the undercurrents of the landscapes around them. Highly skilled players and writers\, the trio are leaders within the burgeoning avant composition world utilizing folk instrumentation. Their music appears to weave in and out of the fabric of their surroundings\, reflecting their time spent living across the Southeast and studying its regional folk traditions and natural histories. Having performed recently at Big Ears\, Hopscotch\, Sound & Gravity (and many other places along the way) the group’s music resonates well beyond their regional roots. Their newest record\, Heavy Water\, will be out May 22 on the venerable Thrill Jockey Records. The ensemble continues to stretch the parameters of acoustic instrumental expression with masterful flourishes of dense\, textural arrangements\, subtle minimalist gestures and deft improvisation.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/aplr-presents-magic-tuber-stringband/
LOCATION:AyurPrana Listening Room\, 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260513T184319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T142734Z
UID:92534-1785526200-1785535200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Aaron Diehl
DESCRIPTION:Pianist Aaron Diehl has quietly redefined the boundary between jazz and classical music\, building an international career distinguished by stylistic fluency\, intellectual rigor\, and a deep sense of musical lineage. Praised for his “melodic precision\, harmonic erudition\, and elegant restraint” (The New York Times)\, Diehl is increasingly recognized as a singular voice whose work moves freely across genres while remaining grounded in historical awareness. He has worked extensively with figures such as Tyshawn Sorey\, Timo Andres\, Philip Glass\, and Cécile McLorin Salvant\, forging projects that span concerti\, chamber music\, orchestral works\, and jazz performance. In 2023\, Diehl was named as the Artistic Director of 92NY’s Jazz in July Festival\, succeeding the legendary Bill Charlap.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/aaron-diehl/
LOCATION:Rosen Concert Hall\, Broyhill Music Center\, 813 Rivers St\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="An Appalachian Summer Festival":MAILTO:theschaefercenter@appstate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260518T043546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T185448Z
UID:92770-1785528000-1785535200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Modelface Comedy presents Ben Roy
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy Club brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have Denver legend Ben Roy at FBRB! \nIf you aren’t familiar with Ben Roy\, he’s been taking comedy audiences by storm since 2004\, bringing an unparalleled energy and unique voice to the stage. Often compared to Lewis Black or Bill Hicks due to his passionate\, ranting approach\, Roy has a style that is definitively his own. \nRoy cut his comedic teeth in Denver at the world famous Comedy Works. Since then\, Ben has been selected to perform at the Montreal Just for Laughs Comedy Festival (for New Faces\, The Nasty Show\, and his own hour show)\, Just For Laughs Toronto\, Just For Laughs Chicago\, The New York Comedy Festival\, Austin’s South by Southwest festival (where he was an official invitee for both music and comedy in the same year)\, and many more. \nRoy has been featured on HBO’s Funny as Hell series; as well as on the Comedy Central shows Adam DeVine’s House Party\, Corporate\, @midnight\, This Is Not Happening\, and TruTV’s Talk Show The Game Show. Ben has also released five stand-up comedy albums and was listed as one of Variety’s Top 10 Comics to Watch. In 2023 his first streaming stand up special\, ‘HYENA’\, was released on YouTube by 800LB Gorilla Media. That same year NPR listed ‘HYENA’ as one of their Top Specials Of 2023. From that success\, ‘HYENA’ was licensed by HULU and Disney+ and began streaming on their platforms in July of 2024. Ben will be recording his sixth album at the world famous Comedy Works Downtown in January 2026. \nAlong with fellow Denver Comedians Adam Cayton-Holland and Andrew Orvedahl (who collectively perform as The Grawlix)\, Ben also created\, wrote\, and starred in the original comedy series Those Who Can’t that ran for three seasons on TruTV and HBOMax. \nHe’s also currently the host of two podcasts\, 97.9 The Rat Race and Advice Fight. \nIn addition to stand-up comedy\, acting\, podcasting\, and writing\, Roy is a prolific musician and the current lead singer of pop punk outfit SPELLS\, signed to indie label Snappy Little Numbers Records\, and hardcore/metal band Arson Charge\, currently signed to Anxious & Angry Records. \nFeaturing Sarah Love \nFood available before and during the show\nFree Parking \nages 18+\nDoors 7:30\, show at 8pm \nTickets\n$25 advance\, $30 day of for GA\n$35 for premium seating (table seating front three rows)
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/modelface-comedy-presents-ben-roy/
LOCATION:French Broad River Brewery\, 101 Fairview Rd.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28803\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T100000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260310T162722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T215725Z
UID:89780-1785571200-1785578400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Bark & Bolt 5k\, 1 mile & 100 meter
DESCRIPTION:Ready\, Set… WOOF! 🐾\nJoin us at Patton Park on Saturday\, August 1 for the 4th Annual Bark & Bolt Races\, presented by Hunter Subaru\, in Hendersonville. \nThis family and pup-friendly morning celebration features something for everyone — two-legged and four-legged alike. \nChoose from the Bark & Bolt 5K or One Mile\, and have the option to join in the crowd-favorite 100-Meter Paw Pursuit. New for 2026\, all registered participants will earn a Bark & Bolt finisher medal\, making this year’s event extra special! \nAfter the races\, stick around for the Top Dog Contest and Bark in the Park Dog Fair\, featuring local\, pet-friendly vendors and community partners. \nWe’re proud to partner with Blue Ridge Humane Society\, helping support rescue efforts and connect more pups with loving homes. \nNew & Noteworthy for 2026:\nNew! Official Bark & Bolt Finisher Medal\nYouth pricing available: $25 early/$30 late\nYouth-sized race tee options\nNew! Bike Corral option — ride your bike to the event and earn a fun thank-you incentive! \nWhether you’re running with your dog\, walking with family\, or cheering from the sidelines\, Bark & Bolt is all about community\, connection\, and celebrating our love for dogs. Come make a morning of it — and help us make tails wag all across Hendersonville.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/bark-bolt-5k-1-mile-100-meter/
LOCATION:Patton Park\, 114 E Clairmont Dr\, Hendersonville\, 28792
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ORGANIZER;CN="iDaph Events":MAILTO:support@idaph.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T150000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260605T234910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T125755Z
UID:93463-1785574800-1785596400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Surface Magic Underglaze Screen Printing and Transfer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a playful\, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to design and print your own underglaze transfers using both screen stencils and freehand techniques. Explore how to apply prints to clay slabs\, decorate directly with screens\, and transform your patterned slabs into simple handbuilt ceramic forms. Learn the ins and outs of making your own screens featuring your very own imagery.  Whether you’re new to surface design or looking to expand your creative toolkit\, this workshop gives you the skills—and the freedom—to bring your ideas to life in vibrant\, layered color.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/surface-magic-underglaze-screen-printing-and-transfer/
LOCATION:AVL Clay\, 4 Mulvaney St\, Asheville\, 28803
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T140000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260312T170528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T112655Z
UID:89957-1785582000-1785592800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:KOKEDAMA MOSS PLANTING WORKSHOP WITH JULIE GUY
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Japanese gardening with our Kokedama Workshop. Kokedama\, which translates to ‘moss ball’\, is a traditional Japanese art form where the root ball of a plant is wrapped in moss and can be suspended in the air or displayed as a decorative centerpiece. \nIn this workshop\, Julie Guy\, Landscape Designer\, will present the fundamentals of working with Kokedama method which will result in a piece for you to take home. Plants will be sourced through our local vendor\, Farmhouse Foliage\, so that we can keep it local!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/kokedama-moss-planting-workshop-with-julie-guy/
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:20260801T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260508T214022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T014242Z
UID:92380-1785610800-1785618000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Robin Plemmons: Throbbin'
DESCRIPTION:Asheville artist and comedian Robin Plemmons is back for another round of holleration. Her third one-woman show here at the Grey Eagle is called THROBBIN and she’ll be in her sweet spot- oversharing the hell out of her life: like living with Crohn’s disease\, getting through 8 butthole surgeries\, being married to an Appalachian beefcake\, parenting neurodivergent kids in a hellscape\, and dragging her ass to therapy\, all while laughing at the absurdity of it all. She’s like Miralax for emotional constipation\, organically loosening us all up. You might shit yourself. Your chakras might align. You might run into your therapist (or hers) and have to unpack that later. You might leave with a boner (or the vulva equivalent). You might feel healed. You might feel traumatized. Who’s to say. ADHD and visually stimulated individuals will especially enjoy how she sprinkles her own ridiculous\, heartfelt art throughout the show\, displayed on the big screen in front of you. Please keep in mind that it’s R-rated material\, so don’t bring your MeeMaw unless your MeeMaw is chill. And here’s a fun surprise! The end of the show will morph into a dance party filled with nasty hip hop\, power ballads\, and splashes of Xennial nostalgic tunes. Think DMX\, Celine Dion\, Kendrick\, Beyoncé\, Amy Grant. It’s a delightful sensory buffet that will leave your heart\, eyeballs\, and crotchal region throbbin’ in all the best ways. Bonus! It’s a Saturday night! There’ll be tacos\, beer\, and unhinged merch! AND you’ll probably be in bed\, snuggled under your covers like a sweet\, satiated\, milk-drunk baby\, by 9:30 or 10:00.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/robin-plemmons-throbbin/
LOCATION:THE GREY EAGLE MUSIC HALL\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260529T152102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T184432Z
UID:93292-1785610800-1785618000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Robin Plemmons: Throbbin’
DESCRIPTION:AGES 18+\nSEATED SHOW\nLIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLE \nAsheville artist and comedian Robin Plemmons is back for another round of holleration. Her third one-woman show here at the Grey Eagle is called THROBBIN and she’ll be in her sweet spot- oversharing the hell out of her life: like living with Crohn’s disease\, getting through 8 butthole surgeries\, being married to an Appalachian beefcake\, parenting neurodivergent kids in a hellscape\, and dragging her ass to therapy\, all while laughing at the absurdity of it all.\nShe’s like Miralax for emotional constipation\, organically loosening us all up. \nYou might shit yourself. Your chakras might align. You might run into your therapist (or hers) and have to unpack that later. You might leave with a boner (or the vulva equivalent). You might feel healed. You might feel traumatized. Who’s to say. \nADHD and visually stimulated individuals will especially enjoy how she sprinkles her own ridiculous\, heartfelt art throughout the show\, displayed on the big screen in front of you. Please keep in mind that it’s R-rated material\, so don’t bring your MeeMaw unless your MeeMaw is chill. \nAnd here’s a fun surprise! The end of the show will morph into a dance party filled with nasty hip hop\, power ballads\, and splashes of Xennial nostalgic tunes. Think DMX\, Celine Dion\, Kendrick\, Beyoncé\, Amy Grant. \nIt’s a delightful sensory buffet that will leave your heart\, eyeballs\, and crotchal region throbbin’ in all the best ways. \nBonus! It’s a Saturday night! There’ll be tacos\, beer\, and unhinged merch! AND you’ll probably be in bed\, snuggled under your covers like a sweet\, satiated\, milk-drunk baby\, by 9:30 or 10:00.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/robin-plemmons-throbbin-2/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
CREATED:20260518T043743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T185455Z
UID:92773-1785614400-1785621600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Eyes Up Here Comedy: Hot Girl Summer Edition
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge!  \nEyes Up Here Comedy is a night featuring all femme comedians and this month we have a special show featuring comedians from Asheville and around the South East. Hosted by local favorite Erin Terry. \nages 18+\ndoors at 7:30pm\, show at 8pm \nTickets $18 GA\, $23 Premium Seating
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/eyes-up-here-comedy-hot-girl-summer-edition/
LOCATION:Ginger’s Revenge\, 829 Riverside Drive\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T233000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232038
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SUMMARY:Witching Hour\, Dark and Dirty Comedy
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy presents The Witching Hour Comedy Showcase at Eda Rhyne Distillery \nWitching Hour is a dark and dirty comedy show featuring some of the filthiest comics in the South!! Combining dark humor with hauntingly delicious Appalachian cocktails. \nThis show is ages 21+ \nDoors at 9:30pm\, show at 10pm\nTickets $18
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/witching-hour-dark-and-dirty-comedy-4/
LOCATION:Eda Rhyne\, 101 Fairview Rd\, Asheville\, 28803
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:CAMP: Dance camp intensive - August 3-7
DESCRIPTION:🔥 Summer Dance Intensive 2026 🔥 (ages 8-18) \n💃 Train. Transform. Perform. \nJoin us for an electrifying week-long Summer Dance Intensive designed to push your limits\, refine your technique\, and explore new styles with various top industry professionals! Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or looking to elevate your craft\, this program is built to challenge and inspire. Get into shape and get ready for the 2026-27 dance season with this intensive! \nWhat to Expect: \n✅ Daily Ballet & Dance Conditioning to strengthen technique & flexibility \n✅ Variations Class to master precision & artistry \n✅ Dynamic choreography sessions exploring everything from Broadway to Hip Hop to Aerial Silks to Contemporary to Latin \n✅ Special guest instructors bringing fresh perspectives & expertise \n✅ A final performance to showcase your growth & hard work! \n👉 Ages 8-18\n🗓 Camp Dates: August 10-14\n🕘 Camp Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00pm\n🎬 Showcase: Friday at 3:30pm — don’t miss it! \n💲 Price: Price: $355; price increases to $375 on April 1 \nEach day will include a significant amount of strengthening\, training and choreography. But we will break the intensity up with crafts\, and even a dance movie! Bring all of your dance shoes for various styles. Dance attire and hair is appreciated. Prior dance experience suggested but not required.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/camp-dance-camp-intensive-august-3-7/
LOCATION:Asheville Junior Theater\, 174 Bradley Branch Rd\, Arden\, 28704
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ORGANIZER;CN="asheville junior theater":MAILTO:info@ashevillejuniortheater.com
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