The Ghana-born, Denver-based drummer plays a free show at the Altamont on Sept. 11.
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AAAC’s Indigo Ball celebrates local creativity
If you’re in downtown Asheville on Saturday, Sept. 9, and see people dashing down the sidewalks in blue outfits and other formal attire, don’t be alarmed. These costumed folks are out reveling in the name of the Asheville Area Arts Council’s Indigo Color Ball, a sight unseen for two years — and in many ways, even longer.
Smart Bets: Asheville Printmakers present GRAIN
The opening reception for Asheville Printmakers’ exhibit is Sept. 9 at Asheville BookWorks Gallery.
Smart Bets: The Crowin’ Hen
Tom Godleski’s music-filled comedy returns to the Folk Art Center for four shows, Sept. 8 through 10.
Screen scene: Local film news
The Fairview Library teams with Audubon North Carolina to screen a locally-themed nature documentary, Asheville School of Film students premiere their short films, and more.
Conscious Party: The Memory of Fish
Proceeds from The Collider’s catered reception and screening of Dr. Jennifer Galvin’s documentary on Saturday, Sept. 9 benefit the Thomas R. Karl Internship Program.
Catawba Brewing’s CLT IPA Named ‘World’s Best IPA’ by World Beer Awards 2017
Press release from Catawba Brewing Co.: Catawba Brewing’s CLT IPA, recently given a packaging upgrade with its sleek new full-color can, now has a lofty title to go along with it. The World Beer Awards announced their “World’s Best” style winners for 2017 earlier this month. Catawba’s hoppy homage to their Charlotte roots made a […]
Smart Bets: Back to music school week
Asheville Music School kicks off a week of free demos and lessons with a concert featuring its student ensembles at Barley’s on Tuesday, Sept. 5.
Smart Bets: Daren Wang
The former public radio producer will discuss his debut novel in conversation with Charles Frazier at Malaprop’s on Tuesday, Sept. 5.
Smart Bets: LAAF
The rebranded festival takes place on Lexington Avenue on Sunday, Sept. 3.
Show review: Portugal. The Man at The Orange Peel
Over consecutive nights downtown, the Portland rockers delivered plenty of musical thrills — albeit the same ones.
Smart Bets: Beat Life
Mobley, Professor Toon, Vietnam Jerry and Raj Mahal play Asheville Music Hall on Friday, Sept. 1.
Screen scene: Local film news
Habitat Brewing hosts an MST3K-like screening, Pack Library celebrated Banned Book Month with a screening of the first Harry Potter film and more.
Conscious Party: Arts for Life exhibition
Grovewood Gallery hosts an exhibition of artwork by Arts For Life pediatric patients Sept. 2-17.
Montreat College named a “Best College for Your Money” by Money Magazine
Press release from Montreat College: Montreat College was recently named one of America’s “Best Colleges for Your Money 2017” by Money magazine. Only 23 of North Carolina’s 48 colleges and universities made Money’s list, and Montreat College was ranked 8th among those schools, which included several impressive public universities. And just 44 schools from the 117 […]
The Sundown Band closes out Concerts on the Creek on Sept. 1
Press release from Jackson County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center: The Sundown Band will close out the eighth season of Concerts on the Creek on Friday, September 1 with a blend of classic rock and country. The Sundown Band performs music from the genres of Country, Rock, R&B, Motown and 60’s and 70’s Pop. Find […]
Open Streets Asheville’s Shape Your City set for Sept. 17
Press release from Open Streets Asheville: Open Streets Asheville’s SHAPE YOUR CITY 2017 is Sunday, September 17th from 1-5 PM. Your participation builds car-free community downtown while you shop, walk, bike and play! Enjoy no-cost activities for all ages including free yoga, dance and gymnastics, community art projects, and a bike skills clinic especially for […]
Community Foundation of Henderson County announce 2017 Sauer Award winners
Press release from Community Foundation of Henderson County: More than 200 community members gathered together on August 24, 2017, to celebrate the power of giving at Community Foundation of Henderson County’s Annual Luncheon at the Kenmure Country Club. The luncheon included highlights of the Community Foundation’s past fiscal year, an inspirational keynote address by international photographers […]
North Carolina Education Lottery issues warning about scam emails
Press release from NC Education Lottery: The North Carolina Education Lottery is getting reports of scammers sending fake emails to people across the state. The emails claim a person has won a prize of over $1 million in an online drawing called the “Legacy Prize.” The email asks for a player’s personal information to be […]
Local Red Cross volunteers to assist with response to Hurricane Harvey
Press release from the American Red Cross: The American Red Cross is mobilizing trained Red Cross disaster relief workers to support the response as Hurricane Harvey bears down on Texas and Louisiana. At least 16 volunteers from the Western North Carolina Region are making their way to Texas to support a variety of roles. Several evacuation […]
Smart Bets: Leah Weiss
The North Carolina native will discuss her debut novel at Malaprop’s on Wednesday, Aug. 30.