Calendar of Events
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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From the writing team behind last year’s smash sensation The Dixie Swim Club. In this rollicking comedy, four friends have sworn to keep the promise they made on the night of their Senior Prom: to be in each other’s weddings, and hilarity ensues. If you’ve ever elbowed a stranger to catch a bride’s bouquet or have been forced to wear the world’s ugliest bridesmaid dress, this deliriously funny play by Jones Hope Wooten is definitely for you…and your dearly beloved.
Matinees: Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00PM
Evenings: Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:30PM. Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00PM
Flat Rock Playhouse Mainstage
2661 Greenville Highway Flat Rock, NC 28731
Students at the Visual Arts Preschool at Roots + Wings School of Art and Design engage with pre-K education fundamentals through a dynamic, arts based curriculum. Literacy, numeracy, social skills, community building, cultural and environmental studies are approached through an art and design thinking lens, as students explore learning concepts experientially across multiple platforms.
The Roots + Wings Visual Arts Preschool ‘Best of 2018’ collection is a cross section of the diverse pre-K education program and includes investigations into art movements, community and culture, storytelling, and creative play.
The Biltmore Estate has been planning the largest exhibition in its historic gardens for almost a decade. And finally, last week, Chihuly at Biltmore opened with a mega installation of glass sculptures from the famous artist Dale Chihuly. Tens of thousands of glass pieces from all around the world reside in 14 locations around the Estate (which is the very first large-scale N.C. Chihuly installation).
The exhibition is up from now until Oct. 7th, free admission with a Biltmore day pass (and free for annual pass holders). Chihuly at Nightis a special, ongoing event where the glass sculptures are lit up, plus live music in the gardens + a wine bar. Tickets are $37.50 for kids + range from $65 – 75 for adults ($10 discount for pass holders).
Three new works were blown just for Biltmore, and 6 new compositions were put together.
This exquisite, interactive exhibit is designed to inspire and educate visitors about the storied history and evocative power of scent while taking them on a full sensory journey, literally! Blending flora, fashion and science, Making Scents showcases some of Mother Nature’s most fragrant botanicals and unveils the plants and flowers behind some of the world’s most iconic perfumes. Visitors will explore the mysterious power of the sense of smell, learn about the artistry and science behind the fragrance industry and even compose their own basic fragrance.
From traditional harvest and extraction methods to chemical combinations of synthetic fragrances, Making Scents uncovers the technical processes behind fragrance creation through an immersive, multisensory experience. Art, passion and craft come together inside the exhibit’s iconic bottle display, which showcases the unique designs of more than 100 perfume bottles, some dating back to ancient the Greek and Roman eras. By integrating horticulture, history and pop culture, Making Scents is sure to enlighten the senses and engage the minds of visitors about the fragrance industry and the living world in a fun, dynamic way.
This exhibit showcases the work of three leading fiber artists who explore Western North Carolina’s mountains, meadows and marshes using fabrics and fibers. Their quilted wall art offers a link to familiar images of this region, echoing the Arboretum’s role of connecting people with plants. Through their diverse styles, construction methods and subject matter, artists Mary Stori, Judy Simmons and Kate Weston add a contemporary twist to the area’s rich and storied quilt-making tradition. Their exhibit features pieces of varying sizes, from large focal-point wall hangings to medium-sized wall art to small work suitable for tabletop display. All pieces are for sale, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting The North Carolina Arboretum Society.
About the Artists
Mary Stori
From her home in Clyde, N.C., Mary creates botanical and organic themed art quilts using artisian-made, hand-dyed cotton, linen, silk and rayon fabrics. She also utilizes hand-felted and hand-dyed wool as rich backdrops, offering texture and depth to her work. Bead embellishment is another one of her trademarks. Learn more on her website.
Judy Simmons
Judy creates her own fabric in her Fletcher, N.C. studio using surface design techniques, including fabric marbling, dyeing, color lifting and silk screening. Much of the imagery in her work utilizes her own photography printed on fabric. To learn more about Judy, please click here.
Kate Weston
From her home in Statesville, N.C., Kate focuses on the creation of complex cloth through the application of dye, paint and embellishment, such as fabric overlay or manipulation and the application of non-fiber materials. Coupled with skillful machine quilting, Kate’s works create and stunning interplay of color and texture. Please visit Kate’s website to learn more.
The Asheville Art Museum is excited to present Red Hot in the Blue Ridge, an exhibition being held in conjunction with Western North Carolina’s community-wide Summer of Glass celebration. On view at the Asheville Art Museum On the Slope at 175 Biltmore Avenue May 19 – September 30, 2018, Red Hot in the Blue Ridge celebrates Western North Carolina’s unique place in the history of American Studio Glass. Many other organizations and galleries across WNC are also hosting glass-focused events, programs and exhibitions during the region’s Summer of Glass celebration, which coincides with a new exhibition at Biltmore of multi-media artist Dale Chihuly’s monumental glass sculptures. Visit www.ashevilleart.org for details.
If you’ve recently built a structure from predominantly reused building materials, the Asheville Habitat ReStore wants to know. Projects can include garden sheds, artist studios, benches, chicken coops, playhouses and much more. Share your projects with the Habitat ReStore to help showcase innovative building projects made with reused materials and show off your creativity and talent for your chance to win in the 7th annual ReStore ReUse Contest. The contest runs July 1st through August 31st. For information and submission guidelines, visit ashevillehabitat.org
Kiwanis Club of Hendersonville Annual Pancake Breakfast.
Tickets: $8 (kids 6 and under eat free!) Purchase a ticket in advance from your favorite Kiwanis Club member or at the door the morning of the breakfast.
The Hendersonville Kiwanis club supports organizations and programs focusing on children birth to 18 years of age.
Programs include:
Aktion Club
All-Star Sports Awards
Performing Arts Awards
Blue Ridge Babies
Key Clubs
Kiwanis Kids
Salvation Army Bell Ringing
Scholarship Fund
Girl & Boy Scout Sponsor
Shoes and Socks Program
Service Leadership Program
Service First Committee
Terrific Kids Program
Henderson County 4-H
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We are lucky to have incredible Animal Educators to help us spread the word on the important roles they play in the Park. Join one of our Park naturalists for an informal program where your family will love meeting some of our wilder teammates! Kids of all ages are sure to take home some fun facts and special memories. Then, grab a Track Trail brochure at the Animal Discovery Den and round out the day with a hike along our Great Woodland Adventure trail with 12 education stations. Don’t forget your camera!
It’s hard not to crack a smile while enjoying amazing views of Lake Lure and the Hickory Nut Gorge from on top of the Chimney. Capture photos of your family and friends enjoying the Park and enter them into our Smiles of Spring Photo Contest for a chance to win fabulous prizes. We’ll use the winning entries on our website and Facebook album, and you’ll win some fun prizes. Photos must be taken within the Chimney Rock section of the Park.
GREAT PRIZES FOR THE WINNERS:
First Place – An overnight getaway to Hickory Nut Gorge with a stay at the historic 1927 Lake Lure Inn & Spa, two passes to Chimney Rock, brunch for two at the 1927 Lake Lure Inn & Spa, and two tickets for a tour with Lake Lure Boat Tours
Second Place – A Chimney Rock prize package including two passes to Chimney Rock, lunch for two at the Old Rock Café and two tickets for a tour with Lake Lure Boat Tours.
People’s Choice – Selected by our Facebook fans, the winning photo will be featured as the cover photo of our Facebook page for two weeks and the cover of our Pinterest board of winning photos. Prize includes two Park admission tickets, lunch for two at the Old Rock Café and a $20 gift certificate for Old Time Photo in Chimney Rock Village.
CONTEST RULES:
There is no fee to enter the contest. All photographs must be taken inside Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park only in areas accessible to guests between June 21, 2018- Sept. 21, 2018. The contest is open to amateur and professional photographers.
Up to three photos per person can be submitted via any of the following ways to be eligible to win:
Facebook: First, like the Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park page and share our photo contest post on your wall. Then post your photo to our wall with the photographer’s name and a brief caption (25-75 words) through your personal Facebook account. Next, send us a private message including your contact information specified in rule #3.
Pinterest: First, re-pin our photo contest pin to one of your boards and follow our 2017 The Different Seasons of Chimney Rock Spring Photo Contest Board so we can easily contact you. Then pin your photo with the hashtags #chimneyrock AND #photocontest with your personal account, and include the photographer’s name and a brief caption (25-75 words).
Twitter: First, follow Chimney Rock Park and retweet our tweet about the photo contest. Then tweet your photo to @ChimneyRockPark with the photographer’s name and the hashtag #photocontest. Next, send us private messages with your brief photo caption.
E-mail: If you don’t have access to any social media sites listed above, you may email your digital photo with your contact information specified in rule #3 to [email protected].
Snail Mail: Send your print photo with the clearly marked photographer’s name, city & state, a brief typed photo caption and a phone number to: Photo Contest, Chimney Rock Management LLC, PO Box 39, Chimney Rock, NC 28720.
Every entry should be clearly labeled with the photographer’s name, city & state, a brief photo caption your photo of the Seasons of Chimney Rock, an email address and the best phone number to reach you.
Photos should be available at a minimum resolution of 1200 x 1600 pixels (1 MB minimum) to be eligible to win. Photos taken via smart phones, tablets and other mobile devices are welcome if they meet minimum requirements.
For entries showing human faces, you must list their name(s) and have written permission from any photographed person(s) to use their image.
Entries should reflect the photographer’s interpretation of a face of Chimney Rock. Emphasis will be placed on quality, composition and creativity. All entries may be used in promotions of Chimney Rock and park-related activities.
Digital images can be optimized but not dramatically altered with photo editing software. Black and white photographs are welcome.
Decisions of the judges are final.
Winners will be notified and announced at chimneyrockpark.com and on Chimney Rock’s social media channels.
For more information, call 1-800-277-9611 or email us at [email protected].
Each month retailer Second Gear chooses a non-profit to partner with to receive 1% of that months profits! Asheville GreenWoks is the recipient for the month of August.
Stop by and grab some great used or new outdoor adventure gear and benefit GWorks.
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Amazing Glaze with Gabriel Kline
Fridays 10am-12:30pm
August 31- October 5
Do you hate glazing? I mean, do you really HATE glazing? Have you experienced the frustration of making a beautiful piece, then ruining it with a flawed, or perhaps worse, boring glaze? Would you rather spend your time doing just about ANYTHING else, even cleaning your studio? Then this is the class for you! Join Gabriel each Friday as he demystifies the techniques that will help you learn to love the glazing process, achieve more dynamic results, and get your work noticed. Topics will include under and overglaze decoration, glazing large and delicate work, spraying glazes, and multiple firings. We will also examine the basics of formulating, mixing, or altering a glaze.
Level: Seasoned Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced
Tuition: $255 + $35 Lab Fee
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.
Meet the Teacher:
Students last names from A-M attend 10:00-10:30
Students last names N-Z attend from 10:45-11:15
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“The Mutt” Catamount Football Classic will be held on Friday, August 31st at the Maggie Valley Club and Resort in Maggie Valley, N.C. This tournament is in remembrance of long-time Catamount football coaching legend and WCU Athletics Hall of Famer, Al “Mutt” DeGraffenreid. The next day, the Catamount football team opens the home portion of its 2018 schedule hosting Newberry College in Cullowhee. Entry is $125 per player and includes golf, food, beverages, tournament gift, and raffle ticket. A portion of the entry fee is tax deductible.
The Catamount Golf Tour was established to generate additional financial support to directly benefit Western Carolina student-athletes. The events are a great opportunity to engage in the local community and rally alumni and fans alike, while also getting Western Carolina coaches together to generate excitement for the upcoming year. This is another way to be involved with WCU by giving back to support our student-athletes while enjoying a great day of golf.
Individuals or businesses can help sponsor the 2018 Catamount Golf Tour with tax-deductible contributions that include specific tournament sponsorship, food and tour-wide options, individual hole signs, or individual pin flags. Any of these options can be adorned with your business name and/or logo fluttering in the breeze as the participants hit the green.
Each golf tour stop includes the traditional golf tournament side events such as “closest to the pin” contests on selected par-3 holes, and a “longest drive” competition. Each event will wrap up with a tournament dinner and an event awards presentation.
For more information on the Catamount Club and the Catamount Golf Tour, contact the Catamount Club office at (828) 227-3047 or by Email at [email protected].
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Chihuly at Biltmore represents the first art exhibition in Biltmore’s historic gardens, and the first garden exhibition of Dale Chihuly’s works in North Carolina. The world-renowned American artist’s work is included in more than 200 museum collections worldwide, and now, for a limited time only, they can be seen at Biltmore.
We invite you to immerse yourself in this unique visual experience, an absolute must-see presentation of unparalleled artistic expression.
Dazzling in daylight, the exhibition takes on an entirely new dimension when viewed after nightfall; experience the brilliance and beauty of these awe-inspiring marvels of color, form, and light.
Save the dates. Look here for more info on hotel discounts and event details. Calling for vendors, sponsors, and attendees.
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Superheroes come in all shapes and sizes, and this one just so happens to come in a 12oz bottle. POW! is a triple IPA bursting with Simcoe Lupulin Powder, Mosiac, Amarillo, Citra, El Dorado, and Centennial hops!
This is a day for all nerds, geeks, and beer lovers! Comic Envy will be out at the brewery hawking the finest comics, funny books, and graphic novels! Buy a few issues to read while you drink a pint of POW!
We’ve also roped in Caricatures by Brian Vasilik to draw your caricature for free! His awesome drawing skills will turn you into a zany ton!
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We grow it, we raise it, we prep it, we package it. You take it, you cook it, you give it — at your convenience!
We offer a variety of take home meals featuring our certified organic produce and pastured meats. Dishes change on a weekly basis based on what’s in season. Each meal includes 2-3 servings feeding 2 adults.
Easy as 1-2-3!
1. Review your options and choose as many as you want!
2. Email [email protected] your *order, contact number and pick up location (Greenbrier Farms on Friday afternoons 1-5PM or TD Saturday Market in Downtown Greenville on Saturdays 8AM-12PM). *ALL ORDERS MUST BE PLACED BY 12PM WEDNESDAYS BEFORE YOUR PICK UP DATE.
3. Take home & prepare or feel free to share! Our meals have simple cooking instructions for you to finish off at your convenience!
August Meal Options
Pick up on the Friday August 17 or Saturday August 18. Place orders by Wednesday, August 15 at noon.
*Enchilada Pie with Greenbrier Beef and Queso Fresco and Tomatoes served with Bean and Tomato Salad – $20 plus tax
*Baked Eggplant with Ricotta Cheese and Tomatoes served with Bean and Tomato Salad – $20 plus tax
*Spaghetti Squash with Greenbrier Bacon and Farm Eggs served with a Bean and Tomato Salad – $20 plus tax
*Pre-Pattied Burgers (4, 6 oz beef patties) – $15
Pick up on the Friday August 24 or Saturday August 25. Place orders by Wednesday, August 22 at noon.
*Sausage and Smoked Gouda Stuffed Peppers served with Roasted Corn Salad – $20 plus tax
*Farm Ratatouille with Goat Cheese & Herbs served with Roasted Corn Salad – $20 plus tax
*Quinoa with Farm Eggs, Peppers & Herbs served with Roasted Corn Salad – $20 plus tax
*Pre-Pattied Burgers (4, 6 oz beef patties) – $15
Pick up on the Friday August 31 or Saturday September 1. Place orders by Wednesday, August 29 at noon.
*Butternut Squash Casserole with Ricotta Cheese, Herbs and Greenbrier Sausage served with Whole Grain Bread – $20 plus tax
*Three Cheese Eggplant Lasagna with house-made Greenbrier Pork Ragu served with Whole Grain Bread – $20 plus tax
*Smoked Pepper Quiche with Greenbrier Peppers and Farm Eggs served with Whole Grain Bread – $20 plus tax
*Pre-Pattied Burgers (4, 6 oz beef patties) – $15
Photo by: Hungry Couple NYC
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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.
Beginner Wheel Throwing with Cayce Kolstad
Tuesdays 3-5:30pm
August 28- October 2
With an emphasis on ceramic tableware, this class is a perfect introduction to throwing on the potter’s wheel. We will explore the fundamental forms of functional pottery and work towards altering them to make cups, mugs, bowls and more. We will also cover the basics of glazing in order to create food safe pots you can use at home.
Level: Beginner and Seasoned Beginner
Tuition: $235 + $35 Lab Fee
Cyclists of Asheville! We invite you to join us on Friday August 31st from 3-9pm at The Hop Ice Creamery (located across from HOLE – Hot Doughnuts and Fresh Coffee) for a night to celebrate the effort it takes to be multimodal! We have a 20ft bike rack that can accommodate make different kinds of bicycles as well as room to park kids bikes, unicycles, tandem bikes and bikes with trailers. All cyclists who ride their bike to this event (and to every Friday Night events at The Creamery) will receive $1 off an Ice Cream Flight :)
Much Love!
Greg
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Sol Driven Train presents
Sol Slam Mountain Jam 2018
Aug 31 – Sept 2
On the banks of the Nolichucky River in Erwin, TN
Featuring:
Sol Driven Train
Yarn
Empire Strikes Brass
Josh Roberts And The Hinges
Jeff Sipe’ “Slam Shine”
Lovers Leap
Terraphonics
Sol Driven Train and Mountain River Guides are excited to present Sol Slam Mountain Jam, a family-friendly camp out music festival on the banks of the Nolichucky River in Erwin, TN, over Labor Day Weekend, August 31-September 2, 2018. Our mission is to be the best “end of summer” music festival in the region while celebrating music and life in an intimate, naturally stunning environment. Ticket quantities will be limited to promote the highest quality event experience.
After seven annual Sol Slam Music Festivals in the midst of the sweltering summer heat at Charleston’s oceanfront music venue The Windjammer, Sol Driven Train is moving the party to the Blue Ridge Mountains of Tennessee. USA Raft is a whitewater outfitter boasting a beautiful tent campground along with cabins nestled in the woods. Daily activities will be offered including hikes, stand up paddle boarding, tubing and caving. Vendors will be on hand selling delicious food and libations. The musical entertainment will include Yarn (Americana), Empire Strikes Brass (horn funk), Jeff Sipe’s Slam Shine (jazz/jam), Josh Roberts And The Hinges (rock n roll), Lovers Leap (progressive bluegrass), two nights of Sol Driven Train (jamericana), as well as a Sol Driven Train kids show and Terraphonics. Expect collaborations and jams from these longtime musical conspirators.
A portion of the proceeds will go towards benefiting the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. SAHC works to conserve the unique plant and animal habitat, clean water, farmland, scenic beauty, and places for people to enjoy outdoor recreation in the mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee for the benefit of present and future generations. We achieve this by forging and maintaining long-term conservation relationships with private landowners and public agencies, owning and managing land and encouraging healthy local communities. ZSCN is a small group of volunteers dedicated to providing care to special needs and senior animals… and spaying all the cats!
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MUSIC SCHEDULE
FRIDAY – 8/31/18
7pm Lovers Leap
9pm Empire Strikes Brass
11pm Drum Circle
SATURDAY – 9/1/18
3pm Terraphonics
5pm Josh Roberts And The Hinges
7pm Sol Driven Train
9pm Yarn
SUNDAY – 9/2/18
12pm Sol Driven Train Kids Show
2pm Jeff Sipe’s Slam Shine
4pm Sol Driven Train
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
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CAMPING:
Camping will be festival style! We have a lovely site on the banks of the Nolichucky river, but space is limited and we want as many happy campers as possible to attend the Sol Slam Mountain Jam!
– Check in for camping is Friday at 12 Noon
– Check out is Monday at 11am.
Tent spaces will be close together. Please count on only having room for a tent, small table, and chairs so that more people can camp! You may bring a canopy but please conserve space! There are lots of trees for hammocking.
Practice Leave No Trace Principles! Pack in, Pack out! Bring extra trash bags, don’t litter, clean up after yourself and be a good neighbor. Please do not leave items at the campground when you leave.
Practice Kindness and meet your new festy fam! It makes the festival more enjoyable for all!
If there is an emergency, or you really need to make a phone call there is a land line in the lodge and the USA Raft Store.
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FIRES:
Campfires are permitted in established fire rings throughout the property. Please do not build additional fire rings.
Outside Firewood is prohibited due to the increase in invasive species transfer.
We will have firewood for sale in our store.
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TICKETS:
We will not be mailing or emailing tickets.
Arrival and check-in will be at will call in the USA Raft Store. Please check-in at the store for directions to your campsite and instructions for shuttle and offsite parking. Bring a photo ID.
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PETS:
Dogs on a leash are welcome at Sol Slam! We love Fido!!!
Please be considerate of your neighbors and don’t leave Fido alone if he/she likes to bark.
Please scoop the poop! Plan to bring bags, but they will be available on site as well.
We will keep our resident USA Raft/Mountain River Guides dogs on leash or inside.
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PARKING & SHUTTLES:
Off-site parking a few miles away will be the standard unless special circumstances have been prearranged. For example: You have a sleeping setup in your vehicle.
You will have 30 minutes to unload your vehicle on-site when you arrive on Friday. If you cannot pull directly up to your campsite we will have people onsite available to assist.
We will provide shuttles to and from off-site parking throughout the day until a hour after the last show.
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STORE:
We have a store onsite that will sell general snack items, bug spray, sunscreen, t-shirts, stickers, firewood, ice, supplies etc..but we encourage you to bring all supplies with you as we do not have a large selection of camping goods.
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VENDORS:
There will be lots of food and merchandise vendors onsite. We will put a list on Facebook soon..
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FOOD & DRINK:
We will have several food vendors to choose from during the festival as well as our camp store that sells snacks and drinks.
Lodging guests are welcome to use our communal kitchen in The Lodge or the charcoal grills on site.
Bring coolers for your food and beverages! We sell ice in the store.
There will be alcoholic beverages for sale on site, but you are welcome to bring your own.
NO GLASS BOTTLES as they can break and become a safety hazard!
Please remember to stock up on food and drink before you arrive as most parking will be offsite. There are 2 grocery stores in Erwin. There are also pizza places that deliver to our office.
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TRASH & RECYCLING:
Practice Leave No Trace Principles!
Please help keep our campground clean by picking up all trash.
Trash and recycling receptacles will be provided throughout the property.
Cigarette butts are NOT biodegradable and will be picked up one by one after the festival so PLEASE BE CONSIDERATE.
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CELL PHONES:
We will not have dedicated phone charging areas but campers may use electric outlets in the Lodge to charge cell phones.
Signal is extremely limited. AT&T, Consumer Cellular, and Verizon may be able to send/receive text messages. Do not count on phone calls to meet your friends!
If there is an emergency, or you really need to make a phone call there is a land line in the lodge and the USA Raft Store.
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LOST & FOUND:
The lost and found is located in the store at the USA Raft outpost.
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WHAT TO BRING:
In packing for your stay at SSMJ, bring rain gear, warm clothes, and an extra pair of shoes or sneakers in case it rains.
We also recommend bug spray, a blanket for seating, sunscreen, hat for shade, a container (or two!) for water, plastic bags for trash, extra toilet paper (just in case), a lantern or a flashlight with extra batteries, a camera, and a smile!
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WHAT NOT TO BRING:
No weapons of any kind
No fireworks
No illegal substances
No unauthorized vending
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WHITEWATER RAFTING SPECIALS
Saturday 9/1/18 – 10am to 3pm – Nolichucky Gorge Lunch Trip
– Ages 10+ – Class 4 Adventure!
– $80.00 person
Saturday 9/1/18 11am-3pm Lower Nolichucky w/ Lunch Trip
– Ages 4+ – Class 1-3 Family Float Adventure
– $40.00 a person
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“We really enjoy your fabulous crêpes and empanadas! I look forward to my Saturday morning Market Crêpe all week!”
— Samantha, Tailgate Market Regular
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We were finally able to book Out of The Blue! Come check out their version of Peruvian Fusion cuisine! And Grab a pint, of course! ;)
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Scholarship for a Mountain Heritage Student, doing well academically, but needs financial assistance to attend Mayland Community College. David Wiseman (Da6d), will be here for your listening pleasure.
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Sideways Brewery and Farm is collecting donations for the Veterans Healing Farm at their tasting room. Please stop by to have a taste of their brews, buy a bottle to go and/or purchase a lovely bouquet.
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Every year, we lose thousands of lives to drug overdose across the globe, and hundreds right here in Buncombe County. International Overdose Awareness day is an annual event aimed at honoring those lost, as well as a call to action. Join your local Asheville community on August 31st as we recognize the devastating impact of the opioid epidemic and learn about services that are available to help put an end to this crisis.
The Asheville event will take place from 5-8pm at Pack Square Park and will include:
Speakers from our partners at Buncombe County Public Health, North Carolina Harm Reduction Coalition, SeekHealing, The Steady Collective, Local Policy Makers, and more
Personal Testimonials
Public call for names to honor
Naloxone Training and distribution
Candleligt Vigil
Music by local artist Asher Leigh
Through education, community outreach, and support, we can make a difference.
A huge thank you to our organizers at The Steady Collective, North Carolina Harm Reduction Coalition, Western North Carolina AIDS Project, and SeekHealing
For more information, please visit International Overdose Awareness Day and FED Up Rally
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FREE PATIO SHOW :: Paul Edelman at The Grey Eagle
Almost born on the airplane from Columbus, Ohio, where his family lived, to Philadelphia, because his mom, a native of Philly, only trusted one doctor. Then the infant Edelman was flown right back to Columbus. “I was a very serious kid, and I think that’s why. That’s a lot of stress for a baby.” His best friend in Columbus was a weeping willow tree. From there Paul’s family moved to the north shore of Long Island, one of the natural habitats to the privileged dirtbag.” There was a lot of money in that town, we stood out like sore thumbs.” His family was always musical. Paul’s uncle narrowly avoided success when he refused to sell one of his songs to Joe Cocker.” Everyone in the family had talent, my mom had a beautiful voice.”
Paul spent a year at Carnegie Mellon in Pittsburgh before settling into Philly. Paul spent years hosting open mics all through town, meeting folks and drawing influence from his peers. ” My strongest asset is the ability to surround myself with people that are better than me.” Eventually, Paul began connecting with some serious players with real ambition and talent. Paul found himself being a sought after player in town. “One of my first bandmates insists that I invented the term Grunge as a musical genre.” He learned how to give other songwriters what their songs needed, and in so doing, was learning how to craft his own music with unique vision.
Paul was a Boxcar, a Butcher Holler Boy and lead guitar for Naked Omaha, three of the hottest tickets in town, simultaneously. It was no surprise then when Paul broke out on his own with the Jangling Sparrows, he was selling out the World Cafe and sharing bills with James McMurtry, Robert Earl Keen and Langhorn Slim.
Tough and tender, from a holler to a whisper. from timeless, original, Soul, Folk and Country to ferocious twang rock.
Paul has also shared stages with: The Drive By Truckers, Neko Case, Scott Miller, Big Sandy and his Flyrite Boys, Slim Cessna, Marah, The Bottlerockets, The Sadies, and if you include stage crashing, Sarah Mclaughlin, Chrissie Hind, Cheryl Crow and the Dixie Chicks.
“Edelman makes short work of simple but effective lyrics, driving percussion, searing guitars and hooky melodies….Hints of Springsteen and Mellencamp are balanced with Edelman’s original sound; an imperfect but comfortable voice and addictive narrative songs” —Alli Marshal-Mountain Xpress
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