Franny’s Farm hosts a fundraiser for Elderflower Care Community; DSSOLVR hosts its second annual Shrektoberfest; Sweeten Creek Brewing calls all Hobbit lovers; and more!

Franny’s Farm hosts a fundraiser for Elderflower Care Community; DSSOLVR hosts its second annual Shrektoberfest; Sweeten Creek Brewing calls all Hobbit lovers; and more!
Chris Zieber and Nathan Kelischek discuss their return to the Asheville area.
Poppy Handcrafted Popcorn is growing to include a flagship store on the South Slope. Plus: Appalachian Mountain Brewery opens in Mills River; u-pick season starts at Jeter Mountain Farm; and more.
Several local restaurants and breweries are participating in the eighth annual Home for the Holidays Fundraiser. Also: Southern Appalachian Brewery hosts Gospel Brunch with Redneck Mimosa; The Cut Cocktail Lounge in Sylva celebrates Christmas Eve and Christmas Day; and plenty more in this week’s Small bites.