Calendar of Events

Our Little Explorers Club is back! Come experience and explore the Asheville Museum of Science with your 2-5 year old during our exclusive preschool STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) time! Each L.E.C. program begins with a focus on literacy, followed by an age appropriate experiment and time to play in the exhibit hall before we open to the general public. $7.00 for nonmembers, members get a discount.

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We are partnering with seven local humane societies/rescue groups to help animals in our area find a forever home!

Details here: http://bit.ly/2OCTa1w

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Keith & Kristyn Getty
& their Celtic, Bluegrass, Americana and Classical instrumentalists

Evening of Congregational Singing at 7:00pm
Sing! Summit from 9:00-Noon
Children’s Workshop from 11:00-Noon

More than just an evening event!

Join us earlier in the day for the Sing! Summit events
The Sing! National City Tour is a full day event with teaching and interaction featuring the Gettys and friends during the day and an evening event bringing churches together in your city. In this way, we hope to see these city-wide events extend the vision of the Sing! conference and Sing! book to encourage and deepen personal and congregational worship.

Featuring hours of teaching on topics like the importance of congregational singing in the growth and health of your church, led by Keith Getty and others

A special Children’s Workshop is also featured during the Summit – led by Kristyn Getty and designed for your children to attend

A great event for your entire family, church staff, and music team!

Sing! Summit starts at 9:00am and the Children’s Workshop starts at 11:00am

An Evening of Congregational Singing starts at 7:00pm. Doors open at 6:30pm. Tickets for special early access at 6:00pm are also available.

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Join News 13 at Camp Bow Wow at 5 Airport Road on October 19 from 4:30 am-6:00 pm! We are partnering with seven local humane societies/rescue groups to help animals in our area find a forever home! Thousands of animals are surrendered, lost, or abandoned in our community each year. They are brought to our local shelters where they are safe until they find a permanent place to call home. Animal shelters/rescues need funding to pay for medical bills, food, supplies and labor to care for each of the animals as they become healthy or old enough for adoption. Adoption is the best option because it provides homes for animals who would otherwise have nowhere else to go and makes room for more animals coming through shelter doors every day. By adopting, you are saving a life and enabling animal welfare groups to continue helping the lost and homeless animals of our community.
The animals up for adoption in our community will be there from 9:00am-6:00pm. You can come meet them & start the adoption process. We will have a Pet Project adoption rate of $100! We will be collecting pet food, pet supplies, cleaning supplies & monetary donations for all of the local rescues that day. So mark your calendar to come help local animals in need or adopt a new family member. Dog Tag Art & WNC Veterinary Hospital will also be there supporting the event and showing you how to get your new pet or current pet an awesome collar or tag & how to take care of your new animal. Ingles Markets will provide the Ultimate Air Dogs who will be performing at 10 am, 12pm, 2 pm, and 4 pm! Don’t miss out on all the fun! Local Rescue groups involved :
-Asheville Humane Society
-Blue Ridge Humane Society
-Brother Wolf Animal Rescue
-Foothills Humane Society
-Rusty’s Legacy
-Sarge’s Animal Rescue Foundation
-Yancey Humane Society
Mark your calendars & we’ll see you there on October 19!

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Show runs through November 7
Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 10am – 4pm

This beautiful exhibit celebrates the works of photographer Lauren Rutten and quilter Kari Morton. What these two artists share in common are a partnership in the five-woman, artist-owned Flow Gallery in historic downtown Marshall, and a deep love of Madison County, their newly chosen home.

In 2015, Lauren and her husband Andy, traveled the US for one year searching for a home. “From the very moment I arrived in Marshall while on this journey, I had a sense of having dreamt of this place since childhood – I knew this was where I wanted to be.

I have found that my life here is not confined within four walls, so I’m very interested in reflections, when the light shines through a structure, or a barn begins to dilapidate so the outside and inside merge.

Marshall finds itself in a season of change. Many families who are moving here to homestead live alongside families who have farmed here for generations. This collection hopes to show the range of those who have come to call Marshall home, as well as the hard reality of homesteading and its immense beauty, which are in direct relationship with each other here. In this land I dig my hands in the earth and muddy my feet on the ground, while at the same time experiencing the transcendence of being and connecting to so much beyond my body. I hope those who view these photos might experience this too.”

Kari and her husband, Mike, moved to Madison County in 2012, after having lived a fairly nomadic life. They decided Madison County was the place to put down roots and call home.

“This collection is inspired by my immediate world, the things I live with and the things I see – the garden in my front yard, the chickens in the back yard, the buildings in downtown Marshall, where I spend many hours working at Flow and serving as a guardian ad litem in the county courthouse. Each of my pieces tell a story of connection, to my community, to my world. I love sharing this part of myself with others.”

Flow Gallery is located on Main Street in the historic, picturesque town of Marshall, which lies along the French Broad River, just 25 minutes north of Asheville, NC. The gallery is in its 8th year of business and showcases the work of over 65 talented, regional artists.

In its 71st year, the Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands returns to downtown Asheville’s U.S. Cellular Center. Filling both the concourse and arena levels of the venue, makers exhibit a variety of craft ranging from contemporary to traditional in works of clay, wood, metal, glass, fiber, natural materials, paper, leather, mixed media, and jewelry. Children Under 12, Free.

Sale Dates and Times:

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Website: www.craftguild.org/craftfairsh
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/artist/2541528
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71st Anniversary | Fall Edition, October 19-21
Friday – Saturday, 10:00 to 6:00 pm
Sunday, 10:00 am to 5:00pm
Note: Fairs are 3 days. We look forward to welcoming you on Friday!

General Admission, $8.00
Weekend Pass, $12.00
Children under 12 free

In its 71st year, the Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands returns to downtown Asheville’s U.S. Cellular Center. Filling both the concourse and arena levels of the venue, makers exhibit a variety of craft ranging from contemporary to traditional in works of clay, wood, metal, glass, fiber, natural materials, paper, leather, mixed media, and jewelry.
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TRANSPORTATION & PARKING

Uber – https://www.uber.com/
Lyft – https://www.lyft.com/
Asheville Taxi – https://www.avltaxi.com/
Passport Parking App – https://passportinc.com/

Asheville City Parking Map, http://bit.ly/2vkKXVG
Asheville Parking Garages, http://bit.ly/2v0d9xY
Asheville Street Parking, 700 metered spaces, $1.50 per hour and FREE on Sunday.

Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce also have available parking for visitors.
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EXHIBITORS | Cultivating Fine Craft Since 1930

Upstairs Concourse Level, TBA
Downstairs Arena Level, TBA
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DEMONSTRATORS:

Jeffrey Neil, wooden shaker boxes
John Turner, raku glazing
Lesley Gail Keeble, doll making
The Village Potters Clay Center, wheel-throwing and hand-building
Marjorie Warren, tartan weaving
NC Artist Blacksmith’s Association of North America – ABANA, blacksmithing
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REGIONAL MUSIC :

Friday, October 19
11am, Cary Fridley Music & Down South
1pm, Carol Rifkin
3pm, Hot Duck Soup

Saturday, October 20
11am, Smoky Mountain Rhythm
1pm, Split Rail Bluegrass
3pm, Jonah Riddle & Carolina Express

Sunday, October 21
11am, Honey Holler
1pm, Sherri Lynn and Friends
3pm, Buncombe Turnpike
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OUR SPONSORS | Partners in Craft
Asheville Citizen Times, Our State Magazine, Smoky Mountain Living Magazine, WNC magazine

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When reflecting on the current state of the environment, it seems that we have entered into times of seismic sorrows. Carbon emissions, water pollution, fracking, and changing climate patterns all point to a troubling reality with serious consequences for human and non-human populations. Through weavings, installations, sculpture, and print, artists Rena Detrixhe and Tali Weinberg (Tulsa, OK) explore the complex relationship between humans and the planet, offering insights, expressing grief, and creating space for resilience and change.

In Time of Seismic Sorrows is curated by Marilyn Zapf and organized by the Center for Craft. The Center for Craft is supported in part by the N.C. Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.

Join Us for our October Worship Series — Authority, Morality, Exclusivity, Eternity — every Sunday in October

On Friday, October 19, Asheville fiber artist Karen Kennedy, a graduate of Haywood Community College’s Professional Crafts Program, will demonstrate needle felting using locally dyed wool to create fall pumpkins and leaves. Pre-made versions will be available to purchase, a perfect addition to your Halloween and Thanksgiving décor.

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year … AGAIN!
On Friday October 19, we will be releasing the local yearly favorite, NinjaBread Man Porter!
You will be able to the holiday brew on draft as well in 22oz bottles at all 3 of our Asheville Brewing locations!

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We celebrate the arrival of fresh foods at the Market and pumpkins, gourds, and winter squash are in abundance! Come vote for your favorite pumpkin display, taste some pumpkin treats, and have fun seeing the great variety of these local fall crops.

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The annual conference of the AAPC Southeast features keynote speaker Ken Pargament, noted author of Spiritually Integrated Psychotherapy! Join us in this good work and great time!

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Visitors to Grovewood Village will have the opportunity to learn the story of Biltmore Industries on a guided history tour, offered Wednesday – Saturday at 1pm during April – November. The tour includes a visit to Biltmore Industries’ production facility (aka Dye House), where guests can peek into the past and view the original looms, carding machines, spinning mule and dye vats used to make the famed Biltmore Handwoven Homespun.

The tours last approximately 45 minutes and operate on a first-come, first-served basis, open to 25 people. There is no charge to take the tour, but donations are appreciated. Tours begin at the Homespun Museum in Grovewood Village, where a docent will give a detailed overview of Biltmore Industries’ historic importance before leading guests into the 100-year-old Dye House (usually closed to the public).

Private group tours are also offered for a fee and should be scheduled at least one week in advance.

Who’s ready for Halloween?
We are!
Sign up the kids for a fun afternoon of painting this cute Halloween kitty canvas! Kids will get step by step instructions on how to create their masterpiece, and will take them home the same day!
Cost is $25 per child
Ages 7 and Up!

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swHw Narrow is more than a business conference. Yes, we’re definitely going to prioritize equipping you to be more excellent in God’s call on your life. But rather than leaving Narrow feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list, our goal is for you to leave overwhelmed by the God who called you.

Come join us for worship, for encouragement, and for training + truth while enjoying a mountain getaway in the peak of Fall season. Prepare to leave refreshed and free to pursue all God has purposed in your heart with new sisters in your corner.

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Celebrate the start of the weekend with Food & Drink at Greer City Park. Food Trucks, tailgating games, and music. Follow the event for Food Truck announcements and more information.

The Trucks!
Automatic Taco PIG on FIRE BBQ The Chuck Truck
Roll-In Cuban Food Truck The Gravy Train Aspen Shaved Ice
King of Pops Greenville The Pound Cake Man

Thank you to our Food Truck Rollout Series Sponsor Greer CPW

Music provided by Darby Wilcox

Come purchase an ice cold beverage and help support Greer Relief & Resources Agency, Inc.

Children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, activity or public meeting of the City of Greer should contact 864-968-7008 as soon as possible, but no later than 48 hours prior to the scheduled event.

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This week are teaming up with Acroplis Pizza for Free Grub Friday. We will be handing out Lasagna.

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Made from our unique rub and Apple Wood smoking process, we cook it “low and slow”. Our pulled pork, bbq ribs, bbq, brisket and wings are the best around. We offer some of the local made sauces to suit everyone’s taste buds. From Full Kick to Sissy Sauce we have it all. We have eight varieties of wings and our daily specials and wraps are crowd favorites.

www.mtnviewbbq.com

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Oct.19th from 5:30-8:30 Enjoy eats from Deli Volv and the smooth sounds of Many A Ship! The fun doesn’t stop there…Swing by and see what we have to offer.
*haikuido.com for packages and pricing

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******* Come on out and crush some LAGER at our OktoberFEAST********
Featuring Bratwurst from our friends at THE AMERICAN PIG on special prezel buns!! Traditional German glassware available.

Mahr’s Bräu Kellerbier Ungespundet-Lager hefetrüb

Einbecker Brauhaus Ainpöckisch Bier 1378

Ayinger Oktober Fest-Märzen

Schneider Weisse Tap X Aventinus Cuvée Barrique 2015

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Join us this Fat Tire Friday for some tunes from The Dirty Grass Players!

Turning heads while showcasing original bluegrass and newgrass tunes such as “Backwards Drifting”. The Dirty Grass Players bring a solid performance from a group of musicians that come from diverse backgrounds, but have one similar interest in playing for the love of music.

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Join us at the Collider October 19th for free beer and a stimulating talk about the opioid crisis in America with Katie Leiner, Impact Fellow from Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC).

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Be sure to call and sign up for this cooking class! Clarence Robinson will be putting on an exciting Cooking with Comedy Class that is sure to be filled with yummy food and funny moments! We will be learning to cook jerk chicken and delicious sides just in time for the holidays! Here are some cool articles on Clarence:

https://mountainx.com/food/chef-clarence-robinson-specializes-in-culinary-funny-business/

https://wlos.com/community/carolina-moment/local-man-uses-food-humor-to-nourish-the-needy

– $30 per person (includes a glass of wine) or $50 per couple (includes two glasses of wine)

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Come and join us at the Lodge on Lake Lure this Thursday night for a delicious Shrimp Boil! The appetizer will be a Butternut Squash Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette, followed by the Shrimp Boil, and finished with a Pumpkin Creme Brûlée for dessert. Be sure to call to reserve your spot at (828)-625-2789 and the cost is $35 per person.

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Join Gypsy&Me on Friday, October 19th from 6-8pm at Oskar Blues Brewery North Carolina in Brevard, North Carolina!

Gypsy & Me is the Carolina-based duo, Mike Moore and Kyzandrha Zarate. They’ve headlined shows in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia & Florida. Together, they bring us original Americana | Folk | Country | Acoustic sounds. They pride themselves in being perfectly imperfect and singing of life, love and their experiences while traveling the world. Tonight, they bring us tracks from their debut album, “Road Sweet Home,” (which they debuted in January) as well as brand new music from their albums currently in the works.

Come enjoy a night with great food, drinks, and original music performed by this creative, storytelling duo.

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The Town of Boone and the Jones House Cultural and Community Center are excited to announce the Jimmy Smith Park Maranon and Street Party! The maranon (it’s like a marathon but with a lot less running!) will be on Friday, October 19, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at Jimmy Smith Park and South Depot Street in downtown Boone.

Come do the “Jimmy Run” and celebrate with a cold beer from Appalachian Mountain Brewery and Cidery, Booneshine Brewing Company, Inc., and Lost Province Brewing Co, delicious food from The Cardinal food truck and Betty’s Biscuits, and music from Dave Brewer’s Foscoe Four! Plus, Twist The Balloon Man will be at the party with his incredible balloon art!

To learn more about the maranon and pre-register a “Jimmy Run” t-shirt, sticker, and maranon bib, go to joneshouse.org or call the Jones House at 828.268.6280.

Special thanks to our event sponsors: Echota, Mast General Store, Appalachian Mountain Brewery and Cidery, Boone Area Chamber of Commerce, M-Prints, and Haircut 101!

Jimmy Smith Park, the town’s smallest park, is named after Dr. James (Jimmy) R. Smith, former Boone Town Council Member and Appalachian State University professor who left a lasting legacy on the town and university. Smith was an integral part of creating the Town of Boone’s state-of-the-art wastewater treatment plant, the Jimmy Smith Wastewater Treatment Plant, which has won engineering excellence awards. At Appalachian, Smith was a professor in the Department of Mathematics from 1968 to 2000. During his tenure at the university, Smith was honored with the W.H. Plemmons Leadership Medallion for his work as a professor, department chair, and support of Appalachian’s Freshman Seminar Program.

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Choose from a scarecrow or witch on a pre-sketched 9×12 canvas!

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A Spot on the Hill, the original, research-based play returns this October to the Old Jonesborough Cemetery. Now celebrating its fifth season, this edition features new characters. New faces include William Elbert Munsey, the namesake of Munsey Memorial United Methodist Church in Johnson City, Jeremiah Edwards, founder of the Zion Hill School in Jonesborough, and Laura Brunner Dosser who was well known and respected for her eye for fashion. You’ll meet them and many more! Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs to sit on. Come and listen to real stories of real lives among real tombstones.

Performances for A Spot on the Hill will take place at 6:30 p.m. on October 19th, 20th, and 26th. There will be a 2:30 p.m. matinee performance on October 20th and 27th. The October 20th matinee will take place inside the Jonesborough/Washington County History Museum. The museum is located inside the Jonesborough Visitor’s Center and is handicap accessible. Tickets are limited, and sell out fast, so make sure you buy yours today. Tickets are $8.00 and proceeds benefit the Heritage Alliance’s cemetery preservation and tombstone restoration fund.

Audience members should arrive 15 minutes prior to show time. Parking is available at the First Baptist Church and downtown. It is a short walk up East Main Street to the cemetery from the First Baptist Church lot. A golf cart courtesy shuttle will be available for guests who need it. This program is not suggested for children under 10 years of age. In case of inclement weather, performances will be moved inside to the Jonesborough/Washington County History Museum.

To purchase tickets, please call the Jonesborough Visitor’s Center at 423.753.1010. Tickets can also be purchased online at jonesborough.com/tickets.

The Heritage Alliance is dedicated to the preservation of the architectural, historical, and cultural heritage of our region and to providing educational experiences related to history and heritage for a wide range of audiences. For more information, please call our office at 423.753.9580, or contact the organization via email at [email protected]. Further information can also be found online at http://www.heritageall.org/.

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