Press release from Mountain BizWorks: The RFP process serves to identify speakers for the creative entrepreneurship workshop series. As speaking opportunities emerge, applications will be considered from RFP respondents on topics identified by 300+ maker business owners in the region. Topics include: scaling your business, e-commerce, product photography and exporting (see Workshop Schedule below for […]
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WORD! will feature national story slam champions, Nov. 30
Press release from David Joe Miller: David Joe Miller’s WORD! series of spoken word events will feature the newly crowned champions of the National Story Slam in Jonesborough Tennessee. Held this past October. This was the National Festival’s fifth National Story Slam and was held at the prestigious 45th annual National Storytelling Festival where David […]
VIDEO PREMIERE: “AVL Funk” by Ryan RnB Barber
From purple suits to singing eyeballs to handfuls of gold glitter, the song dips and sways for four-plus minutes and does a fine job of showcasing Barber’s prowess as a songwriter, front man and funk force.
Asheville witches sign new books at Malaprop’s, Nov. 8
Press release from Dixie Deerman and Steve Rasmussen: Can a magic ritual change the course of history? Two famous local Witches say it did in Asheville, in one of two new illustrated books they will debut at Malaprops Bookstore on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017 at 6 pm. Dixie Deerman and Steve Rasmussen — also known […]
FTO presents “The Elements of Hip Hop” at The Orange Peel, Nov. 25
Press release from Free the Optimus: On November 25th, the Orange Peel will play host to a raw display of “The Elements of Hip Hop.” Organized by Asheville’s own award winning hip hop group Free The Optimus (FTO), the show will demonstrate the core foundational elements of hip hop—DJing, breakdancing, MCing, and graffiti—while also spotlighting […]
Warren Wilson College and Owen Middle dedicated a mural on Oct. 25
Press release from Warren Wilson College: Warren Wilson College painting professor Lara Nguyen is accustomed to creating murals. Her art adorns walls across campus and covers the entire outside of a building in downtown Asheville. But her most recent project is unique, even for her. This time, she worked alongside more than 600 people to […]
Pan Harmonia performs “Portraits of Langston,” Nov. 10 and 12
Press release from Pan Harmonia: Portraits of Langston Music by Valerie Coleman • Poetry by Langston Hughes Join us for music that will move, groove and thrill you! Friday, November 10, 7:30 PM • St James Episcopal Church, Black Mountain Sunday, November 12, 3 PM • Biltmore United Methodist Church, Asheville Hwa-Jin Kim, piano • […]
Our VOICE presents Survivors’ Art Show on Nov. 9
Press release: Our VOICE is pleased to announce the 16th Annual Heart Works, Survivors’ Arts Show November 9th from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Blue Spiral 1 Gallery, 38 Biltmore Avenue. The annual arts show is a unique event that features visual and performance art created by survivors of sexual assault. The first Survivors’ […]
Portrait-painting workshop offered Jan. 18-20
Press release: Nationally recognized figurative artist Melinda Borysevicz comes to Asheville to teach a 3-day workshop: Form and Spirit, Painting the Portrait in Oil. January 18, 19 & 20 Thursday, 2pm- 5pm Friday and Saturday: 10am-5pm (one hour lunch break) At the studio of Skip Rohde 2004 Riverside Drive, Unit DD in The Mill at […]
Buncombe County Grassroots Arts Grant awards announced
Press release: The Asheville Area Arts Council (AAAC) is excited to announce the Buncombe County North Carolina Arts Council Grassroots Arts Program subgrant awards to 15 organizations in fiscal year 2017-18. Since 1977, the North Carolina Arts Council’s Grassroots Arts Program has provided North Carolina citizens access to quality arts experiences. Using a per capita […]
CNBC’s ‘Adventure Capitalists’ features two Asheville-based entrepreneurs
In the Tuesday, Oct. 31, episode of “Adventure Capitalists,” airing at at 10 p.m. on CNBC, two Asheville-based entrepreneurs showcasing their products for a potential investment. Adam Masters presents the Bellyak, a lay-on-top Kayak. Nathan Masters demonstrates the Hammer, a customizable slingshot. Press release: CNBC has renewed its original series, “Adventure Capitalists,” for a sophomore […]
Carly Taich releases ‘Reverie’
The musician describes her sound as “whimsical, fervent and, at times, spooky” — another reason it’s perfect for Halloween week.
Rebecca Aronson and David Ebenbach read at Malaprop’s, Nov. 14
Press release: Orison Books is pleased to announce a reading by 2016 Orison Prize-winners Rebecca Aronson & David Ebenbach at Malaprop’s Bookstore on Tuesday, November 14 at 6:00 pm. David Ebenbach will also give a presentation at the Asheville Jewish Community Center on Wednesday, November 15 at 7:00 pm, based on his book The Artist’s […]
100 Musician Improvisational Music Night, Nov. 9
Press release: Diversity Productions presents the 100 Musician Improvisational Music Night Thursday, November 9th 7:30 PM at Salvage Station, 466 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC. This event is the first in the series of Concerts For Racial Harmony. This event honors improvisational music pioneers Sun Ra and Jerry Garcia and is dedicated the life and works […]
Halloween happenings around WNC
Here’s a selection of costumed capers, ghoulish gatherings and pumpkin-spiced parties. From autumnal festivities to puppet shows, there’s a celebration for nearly every reveler.
White Horse Black Mountain celebrates ninth anniversary
Press release: After a long and varied career in the New York City music business, Asheville native Bob Hinkle returned to the mountains. There he found a new calling when he and Kim Hughes opened the White Horse Black Mountain in the old Chevy dealership in the heart of the town. The listening room’s debut […]
Bluebird Designs offers jewelry-making workshops leading up to the holidays
Press release: From now through December 20, folks who visit Riverview Station in the River Arts District can do much more than browse and buy: Bluebird Designs is offering jewelry workshops every Wednesday for the holiday season. The classes are open to the public, and all attendees get the chance to make a one-of-a-kind enamel […]
City of Asheville launches survey on Lexington Avenue public art project
Press release: The City of Asheville in partnership with the Asheville Downtown Foundation wants feedback on the proposal designs for the Lexington Avenue Public Art Project. The City will gather residents’ ranking of these projects and comments through November 1. The City launched a survey on Open City Hall Asheville to help in the selection […]
Grand opening of ArtLab NC in Brevard, Oct. 27
Press release: WHAT: ArtLab grand opening activities October 27 (during the Brevard Fourth Friday Art Walk), October 28 (during Halloween Fest) and October 31(Halloween Trick-or-Treat) ArtLab will offer classes, workshops, private instruction, and special events related to a wide variety of creative endeavors. WHERE: 156 South Broad Street, Brevard, N.C. WHEN: Friday, October 27, at […]
Grove Arcade’s Winter Wonderland begins Nov. 17
Press release: The historic Grove Arcade in downtown Asheville is a distinctive place to visit any time of year. From Nov. 17 to Jan. 4, Grove Arcade guests also can recapture the holiday magic of yesteryear with the annual Winter Wonderland celebration. The Nov. 17 opening-night festivities from 5-8 p.m. include a Deck the Halls […]
Blue Spiral 1 launches its printmaking invitational and an updated image
There are familiar formats such as linoleum block prints and silk screens, but also laser-cut plexiglass, shadow boxes, colored etchings, weavings and photogravure, among other mediums. “We’re selecting the artists based on the diversity we’re looking for,” says Blue Spiral 1 director Michael Manes. “It’s an exciting time: We can show off the best of the best.”