Upcoming events and things to do in Asheville, NC. Below is a list of events for festivals, concerts, art exhibitions, group meetups and more.

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Saturday, March 9, 2024
Buncombe County new vendor portal
Mar 9 all-day
online

Are you interested in doing business with Buncombe County or learning about outreach opportunities for your business? If so, Buncombe County’s new vendor portal has upgraded features so vendors can now self-register with a variety of new options. The new portal will also make it easier for all vendors to access information to bid on contracts, get updates, manage contract information, view existing contracts, and more. Additionally, updated commodity codes will allow vendors to identify what goods and services they provide, allowing the County to better determine who to solicit and increase participation in the bidding process.

In an effort to continually increase the County’s commitment to equity, one of its 2025 Strategic Plan priorities, vendors can self-identify as a Woman/Minority Business Enterprise (WMBE) or Historically Under Utilized Business (HUB).

You can visit Buncombe County’s new and improved vendor portal here. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

Bowl For Kids’ Sake, Big Brothers Big Sisters of WNC’s fundraiser
Mar 9 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sky Lanes

Bowl for Kids’ Sake- The most fun you’ll have in rented shoes!

Bowl for Kids’ Sake is a fun, easy and a great way to help get kids matched to a mentor!

1. Create a Team: Teams are formed with 4-5 members. Create a team with family, friends, fraternity brothers, sorority sisters, co-workers, just whoever you can round up!

2. Raise money: Each bowler is asked to donate or raise a minimum of $50 in donations. Each team raises $250.

3. Join Us at the Bowling Alley: After you have secured your donations, it’s time to have fun! You’ll receive two games of bowling with shoe rental included and lunch for your team.

This year’s theme:

Our theme this year is Support Your Sport!  If you are a veteran participator in Bowl for Kids’ Sake then you already know that we LOVE our costumes.  Here’s your change to dress up in your favorite sports gear, team jersey, or sports hero.  The possibilities are endless and we can’t wait to see the creativity of our bowlers!

 

Don’t miss out on your chance to win prizes for best costume!

 

It’s the most fun you’ll have in rented shoes.
That’s what Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina is saying about its annual Bowl For Kids’ Sake,
the youth-mentoring organization’s biggest annual fundraiser happening Saturdays in March.
This year BBBSWNC is holding its event from:

 Henderson/Polk/Transylvania: 11a.m.-3:30 p.m. March 2 at Tarheel Lanes (3275 Asheville Hwy.,
Hendersonville).

 Buncombe: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. March 9 at Sky Lanes (1477 Patton Ave., Asheville).

 Haywood/Madison: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. March 16 at Sky Lanes (1477 Patton Ave., Asheville).

 Macon/Jackson/Swain/Graham: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. March 16 at Galaxy Lanes (347 Jackson Plaza,
Sylva).
 Cherokee: 9 a.m.-noon March 16 at UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino
Resort (777 Casino Drive, Murphy).

 Burke: 9 a.m.-5:45 p.m. March 2 at Valdese Parks and Recreation Center (312 Massel Ave. SW,
Valdese).

Artists + Writers Coffee
Mar 9 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Tryon Fine Arts Center

Saturdays from 10:30 AM – 12 PM

TFAC Pavilion (park/enter at rear of building)
Free drop-in event
Dance Your Decade – Dance Party Supporting Reproductive Rights
Mar 9 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
The Orange Peel

Dance Your Decade: Dance Party Supporting Reproductive Rights!

 

Join us March 9th at the Orange Peel for a good ole’ fashioned Dance Party with special guest DJ Molli Party!

Here’s how it works: You donate to help Julie break the supermajority and she’ll donate half of the proceeds from this event to Planned Parenthood!

Host Committee in Formation:

Senator Julie Mayfield

Nikki Harris

Katina Turner

Ellen Helms

Representative Lindsey Prather

Councilwoman Maggie Ullman

Commissioner Amanda Edwards

Hannah Cole

Melissa Booth

Anne Keller

Donna Clausen

Natalie Dorsey

Zoe Schumacher

Maryanne Rackoff

Kathie Kline

Linda Tatsapaugh

Anne Winter

Julie Harrison

Linda Cook

Jayne Abbot

Anne Callison Stokely

Bess Baird

David Joe Miller

Bernice Landis

Joanne Kalp

Steven Baumohl

Bob & Lynn Kieffer

Linda Cook

Linda Stover

Stacy Mullins

Dan & Melissa Jacobs

Sunday, March 10, 2024
Buncombe County new vendor portal
Mar 10 all-day
online

Are you interested in doing business with Buncombe County or learning about outreach opportunities for your business? If so, Buncombe County’s new vendor portal has upgraded features so vendors can now self-register with a variety of new options. The new portal will also make it easier for all vendors to access information to bid on contracts, get updates, manage contract information, view existing contracts, and more. Additionally, updated commodity codes will allow vendors to identify what goods and services they provide, allowing the County to better determine who to solicit and increase participation in the bidding process.

In an effort to continually increase the County’s commitment to equity, one of its 2025 Strategic Plan priorities, vendors can self-identify as a Woman/Minority Business Enterprise (WMBE) or Historically Under Utilized Business (HUB).

You can visit Buncombe County’s new and improved vendor portal here. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

ROCKIN’ FOR RUDY
Mar 10 @ 2:00 pm
The Orange Peel

This event is a fundraiser for Rudy Johnston, born with a rare and serious form of MD. We will have an all-day music event with a silent auction and delicious pot luck at the Orange Peel in Asheville on 3/10/2024.

Rudy’s GoFundMe

Western Carolina Singer-Songwriters Showcase V
Mar 10 @ 6:00 pm
The Grey Eagle

Doors Open: 5:00 PM

– ALL AGES      

– SEATED SHOW
– LIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLE

WESTERN CAROLINA WRITERS

Here comes the 5th Western Carolina Writers Showcase since the first production in July of 2022!  This showcase features these 9 incredibly talented local singer-songwriters:  Whitney Mongé, Melissa McKinney, Ben Balmer, Jeff Santiago, Tina Collins (Tina & Her Pony), Siena Christie, Steve Taton, Hunter Andrus, and Jim Swayzee.  There will be 3 rounds of 3 performers taking turns playing their original music with occasional spontaneous collaboration creating many magical moments that can only be experienced live.

 

Western Carolina Writers was established in 2019 by Nick McMahon, along with Jesse Frizsell and Thomas Yon, as a traveling “Songwriters-In-The-Round” style show.  The idea was to take turns performing original songs with fun moments of collaboration at venues all over Western North Carolina.

 

After about a dozen increasingly successful shows, McMahon started inviting other area songwriters to participate.  And now, after around 150 shows featuring close to 80 different local artists, the concept has become even more popular, fun and diverse.

 

In 2022, Mcmahon and current project partner, Stephen Evans, decided to take this show into the listening rooms and out of the noisy bars and breweries so the songs could really be heard and appreciated.  With four recent magical & successful songwriter showcases, three at The Grey Eagle and one at Ayurprana Listening Room, this decision has proven to be the right move.

 

Monday, March 11, 2024
Buncombe County new vendor portal
Mar 11 all-day
online

Are you interested in doing business with Buncombe County or learning about outreach opportunities for your business? If so, Buncombe County’s new vendor portal has upgraded features so vendors can now self-register with a variety of new options. The new portal will also make it easier for all vendors to access information to bid on contracts, get updates, manage contract information, view existing contracts, and more. Additionally, updated commodity codes will allow vendors to identify what goods and services they provide, allowing the County to better determine who to solicit and increase participation in the bidding process.

In an effort to continually increase the County’s commitment to equity, one of its 2025 Strategic Plan priorities, vendors can self-identify as a Woman/Minority Business Enterprise (WMBE) or Historically Under Utilized Business (HUB).

You can visit Buncombe County’s new and improved vendor portal here. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

The 2024 Broadway Fundraising Raffle
Mar 11 all-day
online

Enter for your chance to see Tony Award winners Hamilton and Hadestown (from incredible seats) and get your travel and lodging expenses covered as well. Don’t miss your chance to enter! Tickets are only $45 and going fast.

The Broadway Raffle is Back!

Secure your chance to win a Broadway trip in May 2024! Each $45 ticket enters you to win:

  • A pair of tickets to see Hadestown at the Walter Kerr Theatre on May 17 at 7pm. Seats in Center Orchestra, Row D, on the aisle
  • A pair of tickets to see Hamilton at the Richard Rodgers Theater on May 18 at 7pm. Seats in Center Orchestra, Row C, on the aisle
  • $2500 for roundtrip airfare and hotel accommodations during your stay
  • Total package value: apx $3800

Raffle drawing to be held at the closing performance of Witch on April 7, 2024 at 2pm

 

THAT SOUNDS GREAT! HOW DO I BUY TICKETS?

Tickets are $45 each and there is no limit on the number you may purchase.

Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Buncombe County new vendor portal
Mar 12 all-day
online

Are you interested in doing business with Buncombe County or learning about outreach opportunities for your business? If so, Buncombe County’s new vendor portal has upgraded features so vendors can now self-register with a variety of new options. The new portal will also make it easier for all vendors to access information to bid on contracts, get updates, manage contract information, view existing contracts, and more. Additionally, updated commodity codes will allow vendors to identify what goods and services they provide, allowing the County to better determine who to solicit and increase participation in the bidding process.

In an effort to continually increase the County’s commitment to equity, one of its 2025 Strategic Plan priorities, vendors can self-identify as a Woman/Minority Business Enterprise (WMBE) or Historically Under Utilized Business (HUB).

You can visit Buncombe County’s new and improved vendor portal here. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

The 2024 Broadway Fundraising Raffle
Mar 12 all-day
online

Enter for your chance to see Tony Award winners Hamilton and Hadestown (from incredible seats) and get your travel and lodging expenses covered as well. Don’t miss your chance to enter! Tickets are only $45 and going fast.

The Broadway Raffle is Back!

Secure your chance to win a Broadway trip in May 2024! Each $45 ticket enters you to win:

  • A pair of tickets to see Hadestown at the Walter Kerr Theatre on May 17 at 7pm. Seats in Center Orchestra, Row D, on the aisle
  • A pair of tickets to see Hamilton at the Richard Rodgers Theater on May 18 at 7pm. Seats in Center Orchestra, Row C, on the aisle
  • $2500 for roundtrip airfare and hotel accommodations during your stay
  • Total package value: apx $3800

Raffle drawing to be held at the closing performance of Witch on April 7, 2024 at 2pm

 

THAT SOUNDS GREAT! HOW DO I BUY TICKETS?

Tickets are $45 each and there is no limit on the number you may purchase.

Mega Networking – Spring 2024
Mar 12 @ 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Holiday Inn Biltmore West

Making connections is key to meeting business goals and building brand awareness. Mega Networking lets you do just that. In a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, you’ll meet business contacts from a variety of industries, gain exposure for your company and learn about other local businesses.

Held just twice a year, Mega Networking’s structured, “round robin” approach allows you to make valuable connections in a small group. Each person has a chance to share about their business, and a table leader moderates to put you at ease and keep the group on track. As you rotate from table to table, you’ll interact with most of the attendees, allowing you to make numerous connections in just one morning.

You’ll leave with great leads, great ideas and positive energy to keep your business moving forward.

Helpful tips:

  • *     Practice your “elevator speech” ahead of time so you can share your most important information in one minute.
  • *     Bring a little something to help others remember you and your business (something visual yet simple, AND your business card).
  • *     Stay “portable” — you’ll be moving from table to table throughout the morning.
  • *     If you’re a newcomer to this event, arrive a little early so you can settle in comfortably at your first table and learn the flow of the event without being rushed.
  • *     Schedule time now on your calendar to follow up soon with those you meet.

Cost is $50 per Chamber member, $85 for other attendees.
Limited to 1 attendee per organization and five attendees per business category.

Table Host Sponsorship – serve as moderators for each table during the connection rounds rather than rotating as other attendees do. Previous experience at Mega Networking is preferred and extremely valuable for serving in the Table Host role. Table Hosts are encouraged to decorate their table in a fun and festive manner representative of their business. 

 

If you’re considering Chamber membership and would like to attend this event we welcome you to come and check us out! Please contact Jessica Kanupp, our Membership Development Specialist, at [email protected]

Dark City Poet’s Society
Mar 12 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Black Mountain Library

Great news for poets and poetry lovers: Dark City Poet’s Society is returning to the Black Mountain Library. DCPS is a completely free poetry group that is open to poets of all ages and experience levels. Join us at the Black Mountain Library from 6-7:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month for our (respectful) critique group. DCPS will meet at BAD Craft from 6-7 p.m. on the third Tuesday for our monthly open mic Poetry Night. Find out more on Instagram @darkcitypoetssociety or contact the Black Mountain Library.

Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Buncombe County new vendor portal
Mar 13 all-day
online

Are you interested in doing business with Buncombe County or learning about outreach opportunities for your business? If so, Buncombe County’s new vendor portal has upgraded features so vendors can now self-register with a variety of new options. The new portal will also make it easier for all vendors to access information to bid on contracts, get updates, manage contract information, view existing contracts, and more. Additionally, updated commodity codes will allow vendors to identify what goods and services they provide, allowing the County to better determine who to solicit and increase participation in the bidding process.

In an effort to continually increase the County’s commitment to equity, one of its 2025 Strategic Plan priorities, vendors can self-identify as a Woman/Minority Business Enterprise (WMBE) or Historically Under Utilized Business (HUB).

You can visit Buncombe County’s new and improved vendor portal here. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

The 2024 Broadway Fundraising Raffle
Mar 13 all-day
online

Enter for your chance to see Tony Award winners Hamilton and Hadestown (from incredible seats) and get your travel and lodging expenses covered as well. Don’t miss your chance to enter! Tickets are only $45 and going fast.

The Broadway Raffle is Back!

Secure your chance to win a Broadway trip in May 2024! Each $45 ticket enters you to win:

  • A pair of tickets to see Hadestown at the Walter Kerr Theatre on May 17 at 7pm. Seats in Center Orchestra, Row D, on the aisle
  • A pair of tickets to see Hamilton at the Richard Rodgers Theater on May 18 at 7pm. Seats in Center Orchestra, Row C, on the aisle
  • $2500 for roundtrip airfare and hotel accommodations during your stay
  • Total package value: apx $3800

Raffle drawing to be held at the closing performance of Witch on April 7, 2024 at 2pm

 

THAT SOUNDS GREAT! HOW DO I BUY TICKETS?

Tickets are $45 each and there is no limit on the number you may purchase.

Business Morning Update
Mar 13 @ 7:45 am – 9:00 am
Elk\'s Lodge

Join us each month for an info-packed event brought to you by the Blue Ridge Community College\’s Small Business Center, the City of Hendersonville Main Street Program, the Hendersonville Merchants & Business Association and the Chamber. Get the lowdown on current community events and the issues that matter to our local businesses and community.

Stay tuned for updated on our monthly lineup of guests and speakers!

The 2024 Business Morning Updates are proudly Presented by ALLCHOICE Insurance!

Ribbon Cutting for Emergency Tech Repair
Mar 13 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Emergency Tech Repair

Emergency Tech Repair (ETR), the renowned name in quick and reliable tech repair services in WNC has moved from the Asheville Mall to 1417 Patton Ave into the former PNC Bank building! Their new location still looks like a bank: we utilize the SAFE for hardware safe keeping, and will be offering drive-thru services in the former teller window! They provide both business and consumer tech repair services: cell phones, computers, tablets that need either internal system repairs, or external cosmetic repairs. ETR also provides B2B services such as both physical building security and cybersecurity, business phone systems, Wi-Fi install and internet connectivity through both Spectrum and AT&T. Their origin began with a simple vision to bring reliable, high-end tech repair at the most competitive cost, directly to those in need. Along with this new location, they have transformed a retired ambulance into a state-of-the-art mobile repair unit, and developed the brand into the most reliable tech services provider in Asheville!

They are so excited to showcase their new location to all Asheville Chamber members! Light food, Hor d’oeuvres and soft drinks /water will be served. Door prizes will be available during their business card drawings.

Young Professionals of Henderson County Social
Mar 13 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
The Buzz

Elevate & Connect

Gear up for our monthly socials, where networking takes center stage. Join other Young Professionals under 40, for connections, exchange of ideas, and occasional guest speakers. Enjoy a complimentary beverage on us, as you mingle in style. Bring your energy, business cards and elevate your professional circle!

Young Professionals are Presented by:

Adventhealth hendersonville

 

Thursday, March 14, 2024
Buncombe County new vendor portal
Mar 14 all-day
online

Are you interested in doing business with Buncombe County or learning about outreach opportunities for your business? If so, Buncombe County’s new vendor portal has upgraded features so vendors can now self-register with a variety of new options. The new portal will also make it easier for all vendors to access information to bid on contracts, get updates, manage contract information, view existing contracts, and more. Additionally, updated commodity codes will allow vendors to identify what goods and services they provide, allowing the County to better determine who to solicit and increase participation in the bidding process.

In an effort to continually increase the County’s commitment to equity, one of its 2025 Strategic Plan priorities, vendors can self-identify as a Woman/Minority Business Enterprise (WMBE) or Historically Under Utilized Business (HUB).

You can visit Buncombe County’s new and improved vendor portal here. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

The 2024 Broadway Fundraising Raffle
Mar 14 all-day
online

Enter for your chance to see Tony Award winners Hamilton and Hadestown (from incredible seats) and get your travel and lodging expenses covered as well. Don’t miss your chance to enter! Tickets are only $45 and going fast.

The Broadway Raffle is Back!

Secure your chance to win a Broadway trip in May 2024! Each $45 ticket enters you to win:

  • A pair of tickets to see Hadestown at the Walter Kerr Theatre on May 17 at 7pm. Seats in Center Orchestra, Row D, on the aisle
  • A pair of tickets to see Hamilton at the Richard Rodgers Theater on May 18 at 7pm. Seats in Center Orchestra, Row C, on the aisle
  • $2500 for roundtrip airfare and hotel accommodations during your stay
  • Total package value: apx $3800

Raffle drawing to be held at the closing performance of Witch on April 7, 2024 at 2pm

 

THAT SOUNDS GREAT! HOW DO I BUY TICKETS?

Tickets are $45 each and there is no limit on the number you may purchase.

Ribbon Cutting for Au Pair in America
Mar 14 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Au Pair in America

Ribbon Cutting for Au Pair in America

 

Creative Writing Group online
Mar 14 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
online

Join us for creative writing online! We’ll meet on Zoom and do several rounds of writing prompts. The group is simple – we just write and read our writing to each other.  This is a supportive and fun environment that gets your creative juices flowing with low stakes and lots of fun.

Email [email protected] for the link to the online meeting.

The contents of this presentation are for informational purposes only.  Nothing herein constitutes medical, legal, or financial advice nor is it a substitute for professional advice on any issue.  You should not rely on the information received in this presentation for any important decisions, including medical, legal, or financial decisions.  Always consult with an appropriate professional for specific advice related to your situation.  The views and opinions expressed in this presentation do not necessarily reflect those of Buncombe County or its Public Library System.

Friday, March 15, 2024
Buncombe County new vendor portal
Mar 15 all-day
online

Are you interested in doing business with Buncombe County or learning about outreach opportunities for your business? If so, Buncombe County’s new vendor portal has upgraded features so vendors can now self-register with a variety of new options. The new portal will also make it easier for all vendors to access information to bid on contracts, get updates, manage contract information, view existing contracts, and more. Additionally, updated commodity codes will allow vendors to identify what goods and services they provide, allowing the County to better determine who to solicit and increase participation in the bidding process.

In an effort to continually increase the County’s commitment to equity, one of its 2025 Strategic Plan priorities, vendors can self-identify as a Woman/Minority Business Enterprise (WMBE) or Historically Under Utilized Business (HUB).

You can visit Buncombe County’s new and improved vendor portal here. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

Table for Three raffle
Mar 15 all-day
online

Tickets for our 2024 Table for Three raffle will go on sale March 15, 2024! Table for Three is MANNA’s partnership with the Asheville-area’s nationally-recognized independent restaurant scene. You could win an incredible grand prize: a meal for two at 52 of the Asheville-area’s top local restaurants. That’s a year’s worth of dining out at a value of more than $3,000!

The best part is that each ticket supports MANNA’s vital work to provide food to Western North Carolina neighbors struggling to make ends meet. With every ticket sold, we can provide enough food to feed one person a daily meal … for more than an entire year. That’s why we call it Table for Three!

TICKETS ARE $124

Table for Three raffle tickets are $124 each. This is a very intentional ticket price: $124 is what it costs MANNA to feed one person a meal a day for more than one year. With every ticket purchased, you help set the table for a neighbor facing food insecurity.

THE GRAND PRIZE

The winner will receive gift certificates to 52 different Asheville-area restaurants. The gift certificates are transferrable, so you can share them with friends and family, give them as client gifts, or, of course, use them all yourself!

Gift certificates do not include tax or gratuity and cannot be used for alcohol. Some restaurants may limit use during holidays or special events. Certificates can be used for dine-in or carry-out service in cases where the restaurant offers the carry-out option.

THE WINNER

A single winner will be drawn via livestream on MANNA’s Facebook page on or before Friday, May 15. All raffle ticket holders will be notified in advance of the exact day and time of the drawing. Ticketholders do not need to be tuned into the livestream to win. The winner will be asked to come to MANNA (on a day and time following the drawing, and agreed upon by the winner and MANNA), to claim their prize. And then … let the dining begin!

THE FINE PRINT

Tickets are $124 each. The drawing will take place on/before May 15, 2024, via livestream on MANNA’s Facebook page. Only 500 tickets will be sold. This is a fundraising project, and all ticket sales benefit MANNA FoodBank. Tickets may be sold to MANNA employees, board members, and other affiliated individuals. The Table for Three Raffle is open only to those who are 18 years of age or older as of March 14, 2023, and who possess a valid government-issued ID. Ticketholders do not need to be tuned in to the livestream to win. According to Internal Revenue Service regulations, no portion of the raffle ticket purchase qualifies as a tax-deductible donation.

The 2024 Broadway Fundraising Raffle
Mar 15 all-day
online

Enter for your chance to see Tony Award winners Hamilton and Hadestown (from incredible seats) and get your travel and lodging expenses covered as well. Don’t miss your chance to enter! Tickets are only $45 and going fast.

The Broadway Raffle is Back!

Secure your chance to win a Broadway trip in May 2024! Each $45 ticket enters you to win:

  • A pair of tickets to see Hadestown at the Walter Kerr Theatre on May 17 at 7pm. Seats in Center Orchestra, Row D, on the aisle
  • A pair of tickets to see Hamilton at the Richard Rodgers Theater on May 18 at 7pm. Seats in Center Orchestra, Row C, on the aisle
  • $2500 for roundtrip airfare and hotel accommodations during your stay
  • Total package value: apx $3800

Raffle drawing to be held at the closing performance of Witch on April 7, 2024 at 2pm

 

THAT SOUNDS GREAT! HOW DO I BUY TICKETS?

Tickets are $45 each and there is no limit on the number you may purchase.

A-Capella Christian Men’s Choir – “A Musical Celebration of Yeshua (aka JESUS)”
Mar 15 @ 7:00 pm
Weaverville First Baptist Church
Local Gospel Men’s Choir
Hominy Valley A-Capella Christian Men’s Choir – “A Musical Celebration of Yeshua (aka JESUS)” Fri. March 15th 7:00 p.m. Weaverville First Baptist Church 63 N Main St Presented by the Weaverville Music Study Club with an offering taken up for the North Buncombe Music Scholarship www.weavervillemusicstudyclub.org
Saturday, March 16, 2024
Buncombe County new vendor portal
Mar 16 all-day
online

Are you interested in doing business with Buncombe County or learning about outreach opportunities for your business? If so, Buncombe County’s new vendor portal has upgraded features so vendors can now self-register with a variety of new options. The new portal will also make it easier for all vendors to access information to bid on contracts, get updates, manage contract information, view existing contracts, and more. Additionally, updated commodity codes will allow vendors to identify what goods and services they provide, allowing the County to better determine who to solicit and increase participation in the bidding process.

In an effort to continually increase the County’s commitment to equity, one of its 2025 Strategic Plan priorities, vendors can self-identify as a Woman/Minority Business Enterprise (WMBE) or Historically Under Utilized Business (HUB).

You can visit Buncombe County’s new and improved vendor portal here. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

Table for Three raffle
Mar 16 all-day
online

Tickets for our 2024 Table for Three raffle will go on sale March 15, 2024! Table for Three is MANNA’s partnership with the Asheville-area’s nationally-recognized independent restaurant scene. You could win an incredible grand prize: a meal for two at 52 of the Asheville-area’s top local restaurants. That’s a year’s worth of dining out at a value of more than $3,000!

The best part is that each ticket supports MANNA’s vital work to provide food to Western North Carolina neighbors struggling to make ends meet. With every ticket sold, we can provide enough food to feed one person a daily meal … for more than an entire year. That’s why we call it Table for Three!

TICKETS ARE $124

Table for Three raffle tickets are $124 each. This is a very intentional ticket price: $124 is what it costs MANNA to feed one person a meal a day for more than one year. With every ticket purchased, you help set the table for a neighbor facing food insecurity.

THE GRAND PRIZE

The winner will receive gift certificates to 52 different Asheville-area restaurants. The gift certificates are transferrable, so you can share them with friends and family, give them as client gifts, or, of course, use them all yourself!

Gift certificates do not include tax or gratuity and cannot be used for alcohol. Some restaurants may limit use during holidays or special events. Certificates can be used for dine-in or carry-out service in cases where the restaurant offers the carry-out option.

THE WINNER

A single winner will be drawn via livestream on MANNA’s Facebook page on or before Friday, May 15. All raffle ticket holders will be notified in advance of the exact day and time of the drawing. Ticketholders do not need to be tuned into the livestream to win. The winner will be asked to come to MANNA (on a day and time following the drawing, and agreed upon by the winner and MANNA), to claim their prize. And then … let the dining begin!

THE FINE PRINT

Tickets are $124 each. The drawing will take place on/before May 15, 2024, via livestream on MANNA’s Facebook page. Only 500 tickets will be sold. This is a fundraising project, and all ticket sales benefit MANNA FoodBank. Tickets may be sold to MANNA employees, board members, and other affiliated individuals. The Table for Three Raffle is open only to those who are 18 years of age or older as of March 14, 2023, and who possess a valid government-issued ID. Ticketholders do not need to be tuned in to the livestream to win. According to Internal Revenue Service regulations, no portion of the raffle ticket purchase qualifies as a tax-deductible donation.

The 2024 Broadway Fundraising Raffle
Mar 16 all-day
online

Enter for your chance to see Tony Award winners Hamilton and Hadestown (from incredible seats) and get your travel and lodging expenses covered as well. Don’t miss your chance to enter! Tickets are only $45 and going fast.

The Broadway Raffle is Back!

Secure your chance to win a Broadway trip in May 2024! Each $45 ticket enters you to win:

  • A pair of tickets to see Hadestown at the Walter Kerr Theatre on May 17 at 7pm. Seats in Center Orchestra, Row D, on the aisle
  • A pair of tickets to see Hamilton at the Richard Rodgers Theater on May 18 at 7pm. Seats in Center Orchestra, Row C, on the aisle
  • $2500 for roundtrip airfare and hotel accommodations during your stay
  • Total package value: apx $3800

Raffle drawing to be held at the closing performance of Witch on April 7, 2024 at 2pm

 

THAT SOUNDS GREAT! HOW DO I BUY TICKETS?

Tickets are $45 each and there is no limit on the number you may purchase.

Artists + Writers Coffee
Mar 16 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Tryon Fine Arts Center

Saturdays from 10:30 AM – 12 PM

TFAC Pavilion (park/enter at rear of building)
Free drop-in event