Recently, at a local supermarket, a woman who had just gone through the checkout line in front of us wasn't walking away with her purchases. After the cashier scanned our items and told us our total, the woman turned to us and said, "It's on me." Stunned, we could only utter, "Sorry?" But she repeated, […]
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Half-baked on Haywood Street
We caught the gingerbread man on Haywood Street. Part of LaZoom’s cast of characters for the holidays.
Christmas, deflated? Yule need some strategies for coping
Do the holidays leave you feeling knocked out? Deflated? Overwhelmed? If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Find some tips for coping within. Photo by Calvin Allen.
Slideshow of 2011 gingerbread houses at The Grove Park Inn
With holiday music from James Joyce on euphonium
Holiday gas prices up from last year, down from May high
At $3.26 a gallon, the average price of gasoline in Asheville this week is 28 cents higher than it was during the Christmas Holiday period last year, according to a new report by the AAA Carolinas.
Psycho Santa toy run benefits kids at Eliada Home
Local tattoo/piercing shop Diamond Thieves joined a collection of motorcycle clubs led by Legendz to deliver a trailer full of toys to Eliada Home.
Get in the Italian Christmas spirit
Italy has a Santa Claus, too. Her name is La Befana and her story will be brought to life by Red Herring Puppets this weekend.
ArtMarts Galore
From jewelry to pottery, jams to woolen creations, arts and crafts markets across the region are bursting with gift ideas.
CalCast: Dec. 8-11
From Christmas to solstice, the holidays are everywhere. But what if you need a break from the festivities? This week’s CalCast offers a respite from holiday cheer with a few events that don’t feature Santa and his elves.
Downtown Association’s Jingle Fest 2011
Holiday themed games and fun for kids and families. Oliva Nery tosses a styrofoam snowball into the snowman’s hat.
Big Crafty show gets under way
The Big Crafty is now under way at Pack Place.
Photos by Bill Rhodes
CalCast: Dec. 1-4
Christmas might seem far away, but you wouldn’t know that from this weekend’s calendar. Towns near and far are showing off their good spirits. But don’t worry, if you’re not in the mood, we’ve sprinkled a few non-holiday events in with the mix.
Looking a lot like Christmas up College Street
From inside the Miles Building, a tree overlooking College Street
Fig feeds Thanksgiving dinner to veterans and their families
Fig Bistro in Biltmore Village fed a steady stream of military veterans and their families a Thanksgiving buffet dinner.
Santa bringing up the rear of the holiday parade
Santa brings up the rear of the annual Asheville Holdiay Parade
Thanksgiving dinner on a paper plate, with a smile
Forty-two volunteers and staff served about 300 people a traditional Thanksgiving meal at Western Carolina Rescue Ministry on Patton Avenue on Wednesday, Nov. 23.
Wreath hanging
Wick and Greene Jewelers get ready for the holiday season.
Picture the holiday season
The air is chilly and stores all over town will soon be decking the halls. It’s the perfect time for you or your child to share wintertime art with the Mountain Xpress. Enter our annual holiday art contest to be featured on our website. Several talented artists will see their work in our upcoming holiday issues. The deadline is Friday, Nov. 18.
Oh noes! Santaaa mob!
Despite the sleet, dozens of Santas descended on Asheville Saturday afternoon, taking over scenes from Pack’s Tavern to the Grove Park Inn to the Boiler Room, late night and beyond … 
Edgy Mama: Toxic toys … research before you buy
Yeah, I’ve written about toxic toys before, but it’s that time of year. That time of year when many folks feel the need to purchase toys because it’s holiday time. Because, by God, we’re Americans
(Tasty?) Cribs: Gingerbread house display at the Grove Park Inn
The Grove Park Inn holds its 18th annual National Gingerbread Competition & Display through Jan. 2. This year’s showcase features about 250 artistic culinary creations submitted by imaginative contestants from throughout the country.