Country/folk musician Austin Lucas and comedian Ryan Singer stop by The Odditorium on Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 8 p.m.
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Smart Bets: Hedwig and the Angry Inch
Asheville-based theatre company The Synthesis Experiment’s debut production runs Oct. 17-21 at Toy Boat Community Art Space.
Smart Bets: Moses Sumney
The neosoul singer/guitarist plays The Mothlight on Saturday, Oct. 14 at 9:30 p.m.
Smart Bets: Funk Rush
The Charlotte-based instrumental funk quartet plays 185 King St. in Brevard on Friday, Oct. 13, at 8 p.m.
Screen scene: Local film news
Kira Bursky screens her new short film as part of a seven-artist showcase, multiple venues host scary movie series and more.
Conscious Party: Bids & Blues
The sixth annual concert and auction takes place Monday, Oct. 16 at Flat Rock Playhouse Downtown.
Nonprofit workshop at Isothermal Community College’s Polk Center on Oct. 17
Press release from WNC Nonprofit Pathways: Each organization has a compelling story that can move people to join them in advancing their work – as donors, volunteers, funders, and community members. Nonprofit organizations are invited to spend the day focusing on this important aspect of nonprofit sustainability – storytelling. People support nonprofits and the causes they […]
Lake Junaluska named an official Monarch Waystation
Press release: Lake Junaluska has been named an official Monarch Waystation for migrating butterflies. Monarchs make the over 2,000 mile journey from Canada to Mexico every fall, and that journey takes them through Western North Carolina in September and October. According to its website, the Monarch Waystation program strives to “create, conserve and protect monarch […]
RiverLink presents Smith Mill Creek Watershed improvement plan Oct. 16
Press release from RiverLink: RiverLink and Wildlands Engineering have completed a 9-element watershed plan to improve water quality in the Smith Mill Creek Watershed, termed by the Environmental Quality Institute as one of Buncombe County’s most polluted watersheds. RiverLink will host a community presentation of the plan at 6:30 p.m. on October 16th, at the […]
College Access Day set for Oct. 6 at Blue Ridge Community College
Press release from Henderson County Public Schools: Henderson County Public Schools is hosting a “College Access Day” on Friday, Oct. 6, at Blue Ridge Community College, featuring renowned spoken word artist Herrison Chicas, a student panel of HCPS graduates, and vendor fair with local organizations and colleges. Geared toward HCPS students for whom English is […]
Archeologist leads tour of Cherokee sites on Warren Wilson campus, Oct. 28
Press release from Land & Lore Ecotours: Few locals are aware of the intriguing archeological sites around Asheville that reveal thousands of years of Cherokee history. On Saturday, October 28th, 9:00 am-12:00 pm, Warren Wilson archeologist Dr. David Moore is offering a unique tour of Cherokee sites on the campus of Warren Wilson in addition to […]
Asheville Downtown Association news and events
Press release: Asheville Workplace Challenge The Asheville Workplace Challenge (AWC) is an opportunity for businesses and organizations throughout Asheville and Buncombe County to step up and show just how big an impact they can make on the livability of our community. The AWC is a tool where you can show, and be recognized for, what […]
WNC Against Judicial Gerrymandering Rally on Oct. 9
Press release from Democracy North Carolina: N.C. lawmakers will return to Raleigh this week to take up House Bill 717 (HB717), a bill that would change districts used to elect judges and prosecutors in North Carolina. The legislation has been widely criticized by legal professionals, lawmakers, and voting rights advocates as yet another effort to redraw […]
WomenHeart of Asheville hold first meeting Oct. 19
Press release: WomenHeart of Asheville The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease Monthly Meetings Come out and connect with your new heart sisters and learn more about empowering yourself to reduce your risk for heart disease. Join our heart support group designed especially for women who have heart disease or who are at risk […]
T.H.E. Center for Disordered Eating launches “Zero K” virtual campaign
Press release: T.H.E. Center for Disordered Eating is launching a ‘Zero K’ virtual campaign this year in lieu of hosting the NEDA (National Eating Disorders Association) annual Walk. In an effort to stay in touch with their Walk community and its supporters, build awareness for more community and raise funds, the nonprofit has developed this […]
Fundraiser for Mission’s Ladies’ Night Out program at Highland Brewing on Oct. 5
Press release from Mission Health: WHAT: Pink Pint Night WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 5, from 5-8 p.m. WHERE: Highland Brewing Co., 12 Old Charlotte Highway, Asheville DETAILS: Pink Pint Night is an annual fundraiser for Mission’s Ladies’ Night Out program, which assists uninsured/under insured woman in getting their mammograms. There will be music, therapy dogs at the entrance and an Enka […]
Hatch This three-day Startup Throwdown set for Nov. 3-5
Press Release from Hatch: Hatch This is an entrepreneurial event bringing makers, artists, and dreamers together to launch a business in one just weekend. A mash-up of a hackathon, an accelerator, and party of the year for entrepreneurs, Hatch This matches attendees in teams with expert mentorship to craft a startup and compete for prizes […]
Smart Bets: Bermuda Triangle
Alabama Shakes’ Brittany Howard teams with Nashville singer-songwriters Jesse Lafser and Becca Mancari for a Sunday, Oct. 8, show at The Orange Peel.
Smart Bets: Jimmy Landry’s 9th annual birthday bash
The local singer-songwriter swaps songs with Chuck Brodsky and Jonathan Byrd on Saturday, Oct. 7 at White Horse Black Mountain.
Tickets on sale for Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation’s 20th anniversary celebration Nov. 9 at Biltmore
Press release from Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation: The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation is celebrating 20 years of protecting one of the nation’s most visited parks with an anniversary reception at 6 p.m., Thursday, November 9, at Lioncrest at Biltmore. Tickets are on sale for a delightful evening with dinner, drinks, and an awards ceremony. The festivities will include […]
First Congregational of Hendersonville raises $20,000 for Hunger Walk
Press release: On Monday, Oct. 2, First Congregational United Church of Christ announced that it has raised more than $20,000 for this year’s Henderson County Hunger Coalition annual Hunger Walk. This is the seventh consecutive year that the church has supported the event. According to coordinator Roy Harris, this year’s walk was a collaborative effort. “One-third of our active […]