From a press release: July programs at Youth OUTright The fireworks may be spent before Youth OUTright’s first monthly meeting in July, but that doesn’t mean the fun’s over. July’s programs will keep the sparks flying. Programs are held every Sunday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in […]
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Native Marketplace at the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce, July 15
From a press release: Native Marketplace at the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce, July 15 Our Native American Business Network is coordinating a Native Marketplace from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 15 at the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce (36 Montford Ave, Asheville, NC). This event is free and open to the public, […]
David LaMotte performs at the White Horse, July 5
From a press release: David LaMotte performs at the White Horse, July 5 Saturday, July 5 – 8 p.m. David LaMotte and guests, Ian Ridenhour opens- $18 advance/$20 door/$10 kids Montreat singer-songwriter David LaMotte has been a force on the local scene and beyond for over eighteen years, not only for his acclaimed songs but […]
Smart bets: Fireside Collective
If the best marriages are forged by those who are friends first and romantic partners later, perhaps the same can said of bands. Local roots outfit Fireside Collective was formed by singer-songwriter Jesse Ianquinto with Johanna Hagarty, Tommy Maher, Josh Bertram and Carson White — a group of friends-turned-bandmates. The quintet recorded its debut album, […]
Giant puppet workshop launches new Asheville puppet space, July 10-13
From a press release: Giant puppet workshop launches new Asheville puppet space, July 10-13 Asheville Puppet Club began three years ago when local artist/performer Grayson Morris saw a need to foster emerging puppetry artists with a regular place to explore ideas and skills. It started as a monthly meeting in her home in Montford Park […]
Bob Moog Foundation and Prestige Subaru raffle to benefit Dr. Bob’s SoundSchool ends Monday, June 30
From a press release: Bob Moog Foundation and Prestige Subaru raffle to benefit Dr. Bob’s SoundSchool ends Monday, June 30 The Bob Moog Foundation and Prestige Subaru of Asheville celebrate their shared passion for encouraging the creative spirit in youth with a raffle to benefit the Foundation’s hallmark educational project, Dr. Bob’s SoundSchool. Monday June […]
Three bands for the Fourth of July at White Horse
From a press release: Three bands for the Fourth of July at White Horse Friday, July 4, at 7:30 p.m.: The Moore Brothers, Bobby and Blue Ridge Tradition, Noonday Feast — bluegrass and Celtic folk fusion, $15 The White Horse Black Mountain will celebrate the Fourth of July in style with three great bands and […]
25 local businesses partner for “Where’s Waldo?” event, sponsored by Malaprop’s
From a press release: 25 local businesses partner for “Where’s Waldo?” event, sponsored by Malaprop’s Newly added challenge for searchers and dog lovers alike in 2014; Waldo’s faithful dog Woof joins the hunt. Where’s Waldo? In Downtown Asheville of course. The famous children’s book character in the striped shirt and black-rimmed specs is visiting twenty-five […]
JB Media Group teams with Our VOICE to spread mission
From a press release: JB Media Group teams with Our VOICE to spread mission JB Media Group, Asheville’s leading Internet Marketing agency, has partnered with Our VOICE for the 2014 business year, providing staff training and marketing support for the non-profit as they prepare to celebrate their 40-year anniversary. Our VOICE is a crisis intervention […]
Diali Cissokho and Kaira Ba play a free show at Asheville Music Hall, June 26
From a press release: Diali Cissokho and Kaira Ba play a free show at Asheville Music Hall, June 26 Diali Cissokho & Kaira Ba announces a free show in Asheville in support of their new album The Great Peace, presented by Charlie Traveler Presents. The band will perform at Asheville Music Hall (31 Patton Avenue, […]
The constant gardener: Author Elizabeth Gilbert returns to Asheville with a work of period fiction
The Signature of All Things, the most recent book by Elizabeth Gilbert, begins in the 1700s and sweeps through much of the 19th century. Spanning Europe, Tahiti and pre-Civil War Pennsylvania, it frames several generations of the Whittaker family in the context of botanical exploration. But the ambitious novel, now out in paperback, had an […]
Smart bets: Bruce Hornsby and the Noisemakers
Before singer-songwriter and keyboardist Bruce Hornsby (pictured, lower right) topped charts in the 1980s with hits like “The Way It is” and “The Valley Road,” he was a session musician for the likes of Sheena Easton. Hornsby also performed with The Grateful Dead and put out solo work before forming his current band, The Noisemakers. […]
Smart bets: Reckless Abandon
Local muralist Gus Cutty brings together fellow aerosol artists Trek 6, Ishmael, Ted Harper, Topr, Melt FTK and Big Bertha in the group show Reckless Abandon. It’s an exhibit than concerns itself as much with aesthetics as with social issues: “In this extremely sensitive period of Asheville’s growth from obscure mountain town to premier tourist […]
The Nude Party’s “Wild Coyote”
Boone-based psyche-rockers The Nude Party just released their first video, “Wild Coyote.” The song is the first single from the band’s forthcoming album, Forbidden Fruits. Interested in helping The Nude Party print that record? Donate here. Note: The video contains some images that may be objectionable to some viewers and, as the band’s name suggests, […]
Xpress playlist: songs from locals and former locals
This week’s playlist feature new and recent tracks from local band, and two songs from former locals who remain honorary members of the Asheville music scene. • “This Time Around” by Paper Tiger, is from the local trip-hop duo’s forthcoming album. • “Japello” is from It all comes down to this, by local composer/producer dep. […]
June 28 concert, silent auction benefit local man who has put on charity benefits since 2008
From a press release: June 28 concert, silent auction benefit local man who has put on charity benefits since 2008 You might know Steven Liebenhaut as the friendly gray-haired cashier at Amazing Savings/Hopey & Co. He’s also a veteran benefit-concert organizer whose friends are holding a benefit for him in his time of need. When […]
Grandfather Mountain Highland Games, July 10-13
From a press release: Grandfather Mountain Highland Games, July 10-13 Blaring bagpipes, astounding athletes and tons of tartans converge in western North Carolina on July 10-13 for the 59th annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games. As the Games approach their sixth decade, they hearken back to the rich cultural traditions of Scotland in a setting not […]
Quimby Mountain Band plays Altamont Brewing Company, July 17
From a press release: Quimby Mountain Band plays Altamont Brewing Company, July 17 Quimby Mountain Band is bringing its Northeast roots to the south. The New Jersey-based band has several stops on a southern tour this July, including July 17th at The Altamont Brewing Company in Asheville, N.C. Quimby Mountain Band is a top drawing […]
Books and Brown Bag reading and discussion at Black Mountain Center for the Arts, June 27
From a press release: Books and Brown Bag reading and discussion at Black Mountain Center for the Arts, June 27 On Friday, June 27th acclaimed author and recent Black Mountain resident Shelly Frome will be a reading from his novel Twilight of the Drifter at a 12 p.m. Brown Bag and Books presentation at the […]
Moon Taxi headlines Carolina West RibFest, July 11
From a press release: Moon Taxi headlines Carolina West RibFest, July 11 Moon Taxi will arrive in Asheville on less than a week after opening up for The Motet and Umphrey’s McGee at the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado. They are the headline act on Friday, July 11 at the Carolina West RibFest which […]
Spiritual Steel with The Slide Brothers at Asheville Music Hall on July 5
From a press release: Spiritual Steel with The Slide Brothers at Asheville Music Hall on July 5 Robert Randolph Presents: The Slide Brothers — the greatest living musicians who embody the Sacred Steel tradition, making a rare live appearance at Asheville Music Hall this summer! Asheville Music Hall 31 Patton Avenue Asheville, NC 28801 www.AshevilleMusicHall.com […]