Repaired in Asheville, USA
Volume
24
/ Issue 20
Cover Design Credit:
Scott SouthwickCover Photography Credit:
Evan Anderson
Local craftspeople who specialize in repairing items — from leather goods to clothing to watches — say their businesses are driven by equal parts nostalgia, thriftiness and practical need.
arts
Four new art galleries open in Asheville
The latest galleries to arrive in Asheville focus on a number of different medias, from acrylic paintings to sculpture and functional glassware to lettering.Smart Bets: Gallery Sound
A trio of Australia-based scholars and artists discuss and perform works at Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center on Dec. 13.Local illustrators exhibit gig posters at Push Skate Shop and Gallery
Curated by Joshua Marc Levy, the group show of gig posters by local illustrators runs through Sunday, Jan. 7, at Push Skate Shop and Gallery.Smart Bets: Shozo
Asheville artist Tim Arem's one-man Japanese-themed family circus theater experience will be performed Dec. 10 at The Altamont Theatre.Monica McDaniel stages a play inspired by addiction issues in her community
McDaniel has also published two books, including the 2014 poetry and short-story hybrid Misty’s Blues, and is currently at work on a novel. “My community, the African-American community, has been…Smart Bets: Asheville Ballet’s ‘The Nutcracker’
The holiday classic returns to Diana Wortham Theatre Dec. 8-10.Theater review: ‘Bernstein Family Christmas’ at The Magnetic Theatre
The skits include a poke or two at Donald and Ivana Trump, unhappy reindeer, a self-help Santa who ends up on a rant about fallen celebrities, and the appearance of…‘Ho-Ho-Holiday Rewind’ variety show brings seasonal cheer
On Saturday, Dec. 9, Christine Garvin, her dance students and her professional dance troupe will be bringing back a much-loved seasonal tradition, Ho-Ho-Holiday Rewind — a hilariously entertaining holiday-themed variety…Smart Bets: James ‘Bo’ Taylor
The evening of Cherokee music and dance takes place Dec. 7 at Blue Ridge Community College’s Thomas Auditorium in Flat Rock.Conscious Party: Dungeons & Donations
The 24-hour Dungeons & Dragons game to benefit Levine Children's Hospital runs Dec. 8-9 at The Wyvern's Tale.food
Fermenting fervor: Tips from Asheville food artisans on DIY probiotic veggies
It's easy to make fermented sauerkraut and pickles at home using just a few simple ingredients and inexpensive supplies.Beer Scout: Eurisko and The Whale eye December debuts
The two long-awaited Asheville beer businesses are set to launch this month.Small bites: Winter Local Art and Food Festival returns to West Village Market & Deli
Holiday festivals and gatherings are in the works at West Village Market & Deli, Blue Ridge Food Venture and Addison Farms Vineyard. Also, Farm Burger South Asheville hosts a Farm…living
Asheville’s herb shops offer supplements from A to Z
If you're in need of an herbal supplement, you're likely to find it in one of Asheville's many herb stores, which carry products for overall health as well as specific…movies
Screen scene: Local film news
The Grail and Asheville Jewish Community Center present a documentary about Israel's influential Farag photography business, Pack Library offers a Star Wars refresher and more.news
Asheville Archives: Silk and juvenile shoes arrive at the Grove Arcade, 1929
In 1929, the Grove Arcade opened. The building's original competition date was scheduled for the summer of 1927. But the death of its developer, E.W. Grove, led to a two-year…Shops across WNC mend items big and small
Some fix saddles, while others service slot machines. Shoes, shirts and cameras are also on the table at several esoteric repair shops scattered throughout Asheville and Western North Carolina.How local organizers shifted Asheville politics to the left
Movers and shakers on progressive issues have had increasing success in Buncombe County politics since the turn of the century. Activists and organizers on the left have carved out a…Rock shops embrace Earth’s aesthetic and energy
Asheville’s a crystal town, and rock shops flourish here. In the Grove Arcade, Enter the Earth sells stickers declaring “Crystal Toting Tree Hugger,” and many locals and tourists alike take…opinion
Letter: Rural veterans in Buncombe County need a lift
"My concern is that transportation availability is limited for vets for accessing health services and other essential destinations such as grocery stores. I am encouraging our citizens to help by…Letter: Unity is key to progressives regaining power
"I believe we need to help the Democrats who stand up for the good of all and to unify around these candidates at the voting booths. This is why a…Letter: Are apartments in Asheville the real problem?
"Asheville obviously has a housing shortage, and I’m not sure what the apartment protesters think the answer is to that problem."Christian is, is Christian does
ASHEVILLELetter: Time to ramp up progress on equitable food system
"As a progressive city with a 'food destination' reputation, it is our responsibility to make an equitable food system a goal and to make food policy and programs a high…Letter: The faux snowflake of Pack Square
"How did Asheville get duped by a 'snowflake imposter'?!"‘Tis the fleecin’
ASHEVILLELetter: Antifa story approach backfired
"It is a surefire way to reinforce conservative people’s preconceived notions of 'the Other' and delegitimize the valid, broad-based — and mostly mainstream — tranche of citizenry fighting the 'good…Letter: Encouraging dialogue in our local community
"For all of us, I believe, it was inspirational and encouraging to hear the high school students’ viewpoints: intelligent and thoughtful."