Calendar of Events

XYZ Spirits will be having a tasting the afternoon of Saturday, October the 13th beginning at 2pm-5pm. We will be celebrating Marion’s 35th #MountainGloryFestival! In keeping with the theme, we will be sampling some of the Blue Ridge’s best #LOCAL #Libations! The perfect way to end a day filled with the Glory of these Mountains that we call home! NO CHARGE to the public, MUST be 21!
Marion, North Carolina celebrates the arrival of autumn in the Blue Ridge during their annual 35th Mountain Glory Festival. For 35 years, beautiful downtown Marion has hosted this popular celebration on the 2nd Saturday in October.
Visitors looking for original #Handicrafts will find plenty of choices shopping with three jam packed blocks, featuring locally made #Arts and #Cafts. Enjoy lots of #FestivalFoods and the wide variety of #LiveEntertainment, focusing on old time #MountainMusic.

#NCBeer #NCCraftBeer #Beer #Wine #NCWine #NCFineWines #MadeinMcDowell #ShopMcDowell #DrinkLocal #BlueRidgeTraveler #VisitNC #GotToBeNC #GotToBeMarionNC #GotToBeXYZ #XYZSpirits

https://www.facebook.com/events/148215379305624/

Live music w/ Brother Blue Bird, DJ Chilligan and more.

https://www.facebook.com/events/316281552284106/

Help make decorations for the library’s Harry Potter display at Spooky Meadows. Make crafts to take home, and if all crafts are completed a skeleton key will be yours! Program is for children in grades 3rd-5th. Call (828) 764-9274 to register for this event.

https://www.facebook.com/events/3252317374793335/

A series of seminars to introduce secrets of traditional Japanese foods. How to chose and eat to strengthen your body and prevent unhealthy conditions.
You can attend only the theme you are interested in.

Oct 13th (Sat) 3pm to 4pm
*Introduction “Basic concept of Japanese secrets”
*Food categories and balance

Nov 10th (Sat) 3pm to 4pm
*Benefits of each ingredients

Dec 8th (Sat) 3pm to 4pm
*Fermented foods
Instructor: Naoki Kubota, AP, LAc
Kubota Zone Acupuncture

$20.00 per session
Please pay on site

Capacity: 15

Pre registration is required
Please message us or email to [email protected]

https://www.facebook.com/events/465087563986652/

Western Carolina will enshrine its 29th induction class into the WCU Athletics Hall of Fame that includes a Saturday morning ceremony and again recognition at halftime of the WCU-UTC football game.

Western Carolina Athletics will again celebrate the culture and traditions of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Members of the EBCI will have an exclusive reserved pregame tailgate area with EBCI representatives participating in the pregame coin toss on the field. Group tickets for EBCI members are available while supplies last at the WCU Cherokee Center starting in mid-September. For more information, call (828) 497-7920.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1875730349156510/

Join us for the Georgia vs. LSU game on the big screen! Plenty of food, brews, and Bulldog fans at our place.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2189663651281019/

NC Songsmiths is an organization that produces tour series for songwriters from or based out of NC.

Brian Hill – Reggae/Rock/Pop

Sunday, October 7
Friday Friends, Morganton – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Monday, October 8
The Local, Boone – 6:45PM – 8:45PM

Tuesday, October 9
MadCo Brew House, Marshall – 6:00 – 8:00PM

Wednesday, October 10
The Wine and Oyster, Biltmore Village – 7:00 -9:00PM

Thursday, October 11
Catawba Brewing, Morganton – 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Friday, October 12
Taste Full Beans, Hickory – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
&
The Twisted Pear – Rutherfordton – 8:00 – 10:00 PM

Saturday, October 13
Lake James Cellars Winery, Glen Alpine – 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

https://www.facebook.com/events/2099629713700135/

The Asheville Choral Society presents The Deepness of the Blue, a concert featuring the poetry and musical compositions of African-American composers. We will feature guest musicians and soloists, in addition to more than 100 ACS singers.

This concert’s music includes beautiful melodies, driving rhythms and powerful messages – an evening of engaging music that highlights underrepresented artists and composers of color. The central piece on the program is William Averitt’s Deepness of the Blue, a 5-movement setting of Langston Hughes’ moving texts on love and the struggle of the human experience. Other selections include Rosephanye Powell’s The Word was God, Anthony Trecek-King’s (current conductor of the Boston Children’s Choir) I’m Building Me a Home and the gorgeous Harry T. Burleigh arrangement of Deep River.

Grab a pint and enjoy a crafted sandwich or salad from Deli Volv!

https://www.facebook.com/events/266724780641816/

We are getting into the cooler months of the year so we are moving the meet-up to 4pm. Everyone welcome.

https://www.facebook.com/events/298470414090462/

A celebration of the music and poetry of African-American composers and authors. This concert’s music includes beautiful melodies, driving rhythms and powerful messages – an evening of engaging music that highlights underrepresented artists and composers of color. The central piece on the program is William Averitt’s Deepness of the Blue, a 5-movement setting of Langston Hughes’ moving texts on love and the struggle of the human experience. Other selections include Rosephanye Powell’s The Word was God, Anthony Trecek-King’s (current conductor of the Boston Children’s Choir) I’m Building Me a Home and the gorgeous Harry T. Burleigh arrangement of Deep River.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2230766307160887/

Support and community for trans, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming youth is essential to their well being, and their parents, family, and caregivers need support and community, too! Each month we have a meetup to make connections, share information and ideas, ask for advice, and be able to offer each other understanding and support. Snacks will be provided, but you are welcome to bring things to share if you’d like!

In October we will provide pizza, and veggies and hummus! And our craft projects will make-your-own lucky bamboo, mini zen sand gardens, and perhaps DIY magnets for those that love playing with #aesthetic! Please RSVP here on the event page or by emailing [email protected] so we know how much food and project supplies to provide. Thanks!

There will be no gatekeeping or demands/expectations about how you and your family navigate transition, just support and a listening ear. We are here to answer questions, offer information and support, and help you connect with other parents who are navigating similar situations, not push any agenda or expectations about what is right for your family. Bring your youth and let them enjoy the ease of socializing with other trans, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming youth while making something fun and creative that they can bring home with them while you get a chance to connect with other parents and caregivers and talk with our Support Programs Director, Mx. Tuesday Feral, LPCA.

Trained facilitators who are experienced with gender non-conforming youth will offer fun activities for the youth to participate in while the parents and caregivers network and support each other around the joys and trials of helping their children navigate the world and their gender in a separate, facilitated group.

https://www.facebook.com/events/389968434758081/?event_time_id=513134995774757

Music, finger foods and community!

RSVP by 10/06/2018

There will be shuttle service from West Asheville Baptist Church. This is the church beside the West Asheville library.

https://www.facebook.com/events/319462772193357/

Hendersonville’s newest food truck specializing in authentic Argentinian cuisine.

www.facebook.com/bairesfoodtruck

https://www.facebook.com/events/297664184171712/

Sierra Nevada’s Oktoberfest returns to Mills River, North Carolina to gather thousands of beer lovers to unanimously declare, “Prost like a Pro!” It’s that time of year when all of our lederhosen-clad and dirndl-sporting friends travel from far and wide to hoist a stein in celebration. Join us for a fanciful evening of Sierra Nevada festbier, feasting, costumes, dancing, raucous music, live glassblowing, and more! Dress your best and brush up on your Chicken Dance skills! Dinner and your first beer included in ticket price.

SIERRA NEVADA OKTOBERFEST – MILLS RIVER, NC
October 13, 2018

Sierra Nevada’s Oktoberfest returns to Mills River, North Carolina to gather thousands of beer lovers together to “Prost like a Pro!” It’s that time of year when all of our lederhosen-clad and dirndl-sporting friends travel from far and wide to hoist a stein in celebration. Join us for a fanciful evening of Sierra Nevada festbier, feasting, costumes, dancing, raucous music, and more! Dress your best and brush up on your Chicken Dance skills!

WHEN: Saturday, October 13th, 2018, 5pm-10pm

WHAT: Celebrating with Sierra Nevada beer including the new Oktoberfest collaboration, German-inspired feast, musical performances, live glassblowing demonstrations, Chicken Dance contest, Flash Your ‘Stache competition, and more!

WHERE: Six Row Field at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Mills River, NC (free shuttles from Asheville and Hendersonville or parking provided at WNC Ag Center, see below for details)

TICKETS: You must be 21 or older and present a valid ID to attend!

General Admission – $30.00 – includes a complimentary shuttle from Asheville/Hendersonville, a contemporary German meal provided by the Sierra Nevada Taproom, a commemorative beer stein, and one beer/pretzel/cupcake ticket.

Designated Driver – $25.00 – includes a complimentary shuttle from Asheville/Hendersonville, a contemporary German meal provided by the Sierra Nevada Taproom, a commemorative stein that you can use for water, lemonade or iced tea (your wristband will indicate that no beer is to be served to you), and a pretzel/cupcake ticket.

$5.00 Beer/Pretzel/Cupcake Tickets – Additional beer, pretzel or cupcake tickets are $5 each and are available for purchase online (recommended) or at the event.

BEER: Featuring Sierra Nevada’s fourth Oktoberfest Collaboration Festival Beer. We’ll make sure there’s plenty of other beer styles to try as well.

BEER LIST –
• Oktoberfest – Clean, crisp amber lager brewed with Weinhenstephan, the world’s oldest brewery. 6.0% ABV | IBU: 17
• Pale Ale – The classic American pale ale with piney and grapefruit aromas. 5.0% ABV | IBU: 38
• German IPA – IPA with moderate bitterness and aromas of raspberry and lemon peel. 6.1% ABV | IBU: 50
• Hazy Little Thing IPA – Hop-heavy, unfiltered, hazy India Pale Ale. 6.7% ABV | IBU: 35
• Tumbler Brown Ale – Classic brown ale with rich roasted flavors. 5.5% ABV | IBU: 31
• FOAM Pilsner – German-style Pilsner with spicy and herbal hop kick. 5.0% ABV | IBU: 38
• Kellerweis – Unfiltered, hazy wheat ale with notes of spicy clove and banana bread. 4.8% ABV | IBU: 17

FOOD: Keeping with tradition, a contemporary German feast will be provided by the Sierra Nevada Taproom. The feast will be available from 5-8pm, and is included with your ticket price. What’s more, Bavarian style pretzels with Sierra Nevada mustards and German chocolate cupcakes with coconut-pecan filling are available until 10pm in exchange for a beer/pretzel ticket!

MENU –
• Sausage & Kraut: Nooner poached bratwurst, sauerkraut
• Sauerbraten & Red Cabbage: Brasstown beef roast, Porter braised cabbage
• Wood Roasted Pig: Slow roasted Heritage Farms pork, Oktoberfest wholegrain mustard sauce
• German Potato Salad: Mustard vinaigrette, celery, green onions and dill
• Brussels Sprouts: Roasted brussels sprouts, cranberries
• Harvest Salad: Organic baby lettuces, shaved fennel, roasted winter squash, sunflower seeds and Stout balsamic vinaigrette

MUSIC:
No BS! Brass – Based in Richmond, Virginia, No BS! Brass Band has quickly earned a reputation as a premier band to see for heart-pounding energy and uncontrollable dancing. They take their music into uncharted territory, embracing the spirit of New Orleans into its original East Coast modern funk and fearlessly combining elements of James Brown, John Coltrane, Michael Jackson and Led Zeppelin into their fiercely original sound. Founders Reggie Pace and Lance Koehler have cast this 11-piece band in which nearly every member has had conservatory training, holding various degrees in music. In putting together the compositions and arrangements, the “b.s.” has been stripped to give the audience something solid, unique, organic, real and powerful. They have the look of New Orleans with the raw sound all their own.

Sirius.B – Sirius.B’s music is created with an eclectic mix of vocal harmonies and instruments including cello, accordion, violin, marching band and African percussion, charango, flamenco and acoustic guitar, banjo, and melodica. Sirius.B brings to you the finest Absurdist Gypsy Folk Funk Punk that the world has to offer. Their “impressively irreverent, combustible, three-ring circus of sound [and] high-energy style is difficult to neatly categorize. They play foreign music as well as upbeat and serious originals, with a lyrical style ranging from the quirky to the absurd.” -Mountain Xpress

Lagerhosen – Lagerhosen was created over laughs and beers at the end of a wedding event featuring the Asheville Second Line marching band. Literally translated as “beerpants”, the underlying concept of a party-polka band was perfect for Beer City USA. With popular tunes such as Roll Out the Barrell, Lichstenstein Polka, Ein Prozit and others, Lagerhosen has a powerful and punchy sound.

LIVE GLASSBLOWING DEMONSTRATIONS: Enjoy glassblowers creating works of art while you watch! Select items will be auctioned off with proceeds benefiting a local non-profit.

TRANSPORTATION & PARKING: PLEASE DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE. Really, we can’t stress this enough…if you overindulge, leave your car and come back for it the next day. Take the free shuttle or a taxi; you’ll make some new friends and keep everyone safe. We also created these great options for you:

1. COMPLIMENTARY SHUTTLES

• ASHEVILLE FREE SHUTTLE – Parking for the Asheville shuttles will be at the A-B Tech Community College – 340 Victoria Rd. Asheville, NC 28801. First shuttles will depart from this location at 4:00pm and will continuously loop to and from the event site until the end of Oktoberfest.
• HENDERSONVILLE FREE SHUTTLE – Parking for the Hendersonville shuttles will be at the Courthouse Annex Parking Lot adjacent to Fourth Avenue and Grove Street. First shuttles will depart at 4:00pm and will continuously loop to and from the event site until the end of Oktoberfest.

2. PARKING AT EVENT or UBER/LYFT/TAXI – All event parking and rideshare/taxi will be at Gate 7 of the WNC Agricultural Center. First shuttles will depart at 4:30pm and will continuously loop to and from the event site until the end of Oktoberfest. If you need to, please leave your car overnight in the parking lot and pick it up the next day. At the conclusion of the festival, all rideshare/taxi pickups or other personal rides will pick up at the Ag Center. Shuttles will take you back to the Ag Center to catch your ride.

**ALL TAXI/UBER/PERSONAL CAR PICK UP WILL BE AT THE WNC AG CENTER**
**THERE IS NO PARKING ON SITE AT SIERRA NEVADA**

Oktoberfest tickets will be available online only.
Remember, you must be 21 or older and present a valid ID to attend!

**PLEASE FEST RESPONSIBLY!**

https://www.facebook.com/events/746160059065243/

The Mountain Air NC community near Burnsville and Glory Hound Events are excited to announce the 2nd Annual The Ascent at Mountain Air 5K on Saturday, October 13. This 5K road race will climb 1,800 feet, from the private community’s gates to the air strip on the top. At 4,600 feet elevation, this is the most spectacular finish line in Western North Carolina.

For those wanting less of a challenge, we will have a fun run/walk on the half-mile airstrip. Participants may go to the very end and see the amazing views or turnaround at any point.

Registration
Online registration will open early 2018.

Courses
The 5K is not for the faint of heart or spirit. The course is 1800’ of unrelenting climbing on paved roads from start to finish. The payoff is at the finish with unrivaled views of mountains and forests in the heart of the fall color season.

For more information visit our website:
http://bit.ly/AscentAtMtnAir

https://www.facebook.com/events/1030140963806444/

(HENDERSONVILLE STUDIO)
These popular, vintage trees sell out fast, so order your’s today! They make great, one of a kind pieces to pass down for generations to come.
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All trees come with a light kit, colorful plastic mini lights, and yellow star tree topper. You must order a tree to attend the painting party! (Purchase of a tree also includes Tree Party ticket!)
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An evening of fun, Christmas music, snacks and of course painting! Painting Party is October 13th, from 5-7 pm at our Hendersonville Location. If you would like to order a tree but cannot attend the party, you can come in to paint your tree with a reservation for the date and time you choose (depending upon availability). Please note on your ticket if you have a group that would like to be seated together.
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Special pricing not valid with other offers or discounts, the cost of the tree includes all painting and firing. Call Linda or Cassidy at the Asheville store (828-253-8181) with any questions.

https://www.facebook.com/events/291398295015198/

Join fellow animal lovers to celebrate the 15th Anniversary of Asheville Humane Society’s Taste of Compassion Auction & Gala!

Party the night away with amazing local cuisine and libations, silent and live auctions, and dancing to the musical stylings of DJ P-LO! (Patrick Lopez is a 5-star rated DJ who uses his trumpet, piano, and vocals to provide the ultimate musical package.)

For those who want the red carpet treatment, VIP Ticket holders have access to VIP Pre-Gala Reception from 5:30-6:30 PM! Mingle with members of Asheville Humane Society’s Board of Directors, Leadership Circle Members and sponsors while enjoying specially prepared cocktails and hors-d’oeuvres.​ VIP guests will also have the first opportunity to bid on auction packages. A limited number of tickets available.

Animal Hospital of North Asheville is once again a proud sponsor of Asheville Humane Society’s Taste of Compassion. We appreciate and support the work that Asheville Humane Society does to save and improve the lives of our local homeless pets. Asheville Humane Society never turns away a needy or homeless animal from our community. They take in the injured, the hard to place, young and old. Asheville Humane Society gives animals in Buncombe County a chance for a better life.

Help raise money for the Asheville Humane Society by bidding on one-of-a-kind items and experiences during our silent and live auctions, including the 2019 Outback from Prestige Subaru! Proceeds go to helping animals in need by providing food, shelter, medical care, a chance for finding a forever family along with community outreach programs.

Saturday, October 13, 2018
A-B Tech Conference Center
6:00 – 9:00 PM with VIP Pre-Gala Reception from 5:30 – 6:30 PM

General admission tickets are $75 and VIP tickets are $125. All proceeds benefit homeless animals in need!

https://www.facebook.com/events/515044389000154/

This year marks the 15th Anniversary of Asheville Humane Society’s Taste of Compassion Auction & Gala! This elegant affair will be held at the spacious A-B Tech Conference Center on Saturday, October 13 from 6-9 PM. For guests who want the red carpet treatment, VIP Ticket holders will have access to the VIP Pre-Gala Reception from 5:30-6:30 PM where they will enjoy specially prepared cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Join fellow animal lovers for a full-filled night complete with local cuisine and libations, silent and live auctions, and dancing to the musical stylings of DJ P-LO! (Patrick Lopez is a 5-star rated DJ who uses his trumpet, piano and vocals to provide the ultimate musical package.) All proceeds will benefit local animals in need.

Join us every Saturday night in October for Flashlight Night in the Maze! Our maze is family-friendly and never haunted.

**Don’t forget to bring your own flashlight! ?

Hours: 6-9 pm (last entry is at 9 pm)

Flashlight Admission Price:
$9 ages 3-12
$10 ages 13+
*group rates available for 20 or more participants

Things to know about our fall activities:

• NO PETS ALLOWED inside corn maze! No exceptions!
• NO MASKS or costumes are allowed to be worn in the maze. Violators will be removed from Maze with no refund.
• We reserve the right to close in the case of inclement weather conditions. ☔️

We hope to see you there!

https://www.facebook.com/events/412837579202611/?event_time_id=412837582535944

Celebrating our second year here in beautiful, Downtown Marshall, NC. Come out and enjoy Great Beer, Pizza by The Sweet Monkey Café & Live Music by Shadow of the Moon. Shadow of the Moon is calling all Deadheads! They are a Dead tribute band that grew out of an annual birthday bash for Jerry that was started 14 years ago in Johnson City TN. Many wonderful musicians have contributed to the bash over the years, and each year several hundred Johnson City deadheads come out to celebrate. We love the Dead’s music and love to have a good time, so come on out and have a long strange trip with us!

https://www.facebook.com/events/508634842882410/

This year marks the 15th Anniversary of Asheville Humane Society’s Taste of Compassion Auction & Gala! Join fellow animal lovers for a fun-filled night complete with local cuisine and libations, silent and live auctions, and dancing to the musical stylings of DJ P-LO! (Patrick Lopez is a 5-star rated DJ who uses his trumpet, piano and vocals to provide the ultimate musical package.)

For those who want the red carpet treatment, VIP Ticket holders have access to VIP Pre-Gala Reception from 5:30-6:30 PM! Mingle with members of Asheville Humane Society’s Board of Directors, Leadership Circle Members and sponsors while enjoying specially prepared cocktails and hors d’oeuvres courtesy of Plant.​ VIP guests will also have the first opportunity to bid on auction packages. Limited number of tickets available.

Help us fund the need by bidding on one-of-a-kind items and experiences during our silent and live auctions, including the 2019 Outback from Prestige Subaru!

General admission tickets are $75 and VIP tickets are $125. All proceeds benefit homeless animals in need!

Saturday, October 13, 2018
A-B Tech Conference Center
6:00 – 9:00 PM with VIP Pre-Gala Reception from 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Thank you to our Generous Sponsors:

Prestige Subaru
REACH Veterinary Specialists
AC Hotels by Marriott Asheville Downtown
iHeartMedia Asheville
Mutual Distributing Company
Western Carolina Veterinary Surgery
WLOS ABC 13

Top Dog:
Animal Hospital of North Asheville
Brunk Auctions
Cordial & Craft
HomeTrust Bank
Joel Adams and Associates
John & Letitia McKibbon
Patton Avenue Pet Company

Doggone Purrfect:
Alan’s Jewelry & Pawn
Asheville Compounding Pharmacy
Charlotte Street Animal Hospital
The Dog Door
Sensibilities
Grand Bohemian Hotel Asheville, Autograph Collection

Thank you to our VIP Food Sponsor:
Plant

Thank you to our Food & Beverage Sponsors:
The Admiral
Aloft Asheville Downtown
Avenue M
Milk & Honey Organic cafe
Oskar Blues Brewery North Carolina
Posana
Grand Bohemian – Red Stag Grill
Smoky Park Supper Club
Strada Asheville
Twisted Laurel
White Duck Taco Shop

https://www.facebook.com/events/246001336104350/

Join us for another Gather event happening this coming Saturday (9/29) starting at 6:30pm at the Mud Creek Student Center. Food, games and music! Click the “Interested” button to let us know if you are coming.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2157604040918445/

Join us for another Gather event happening this coming Saturday (9/29) starting at 6:30pm at the Mud Creek Student Center. Food, games and music! Click the “Interested” button to let us know if you are coming.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2157604040918445/?event_time_id=2157604064251776

Enjoy local acoustic favorites-Mike & Amy live in our Tasting Room on the 2nd Saturday of every month.

The popular duo combines a taste of Modern Pop, Blues, Jazz, and Americana. A little something to appeal to everyone!

6:30-8:30pm Outdoor Show

https://www.facebook.com/events/387524231730447/?event_time_id=387524235063780

Our districts might be gerrymandered, but we’re still coming together to rock the vote. Come meet your local Democratic congressional candidates David Wilson Brown and Phillip Price October 13th at The Block Off Biltmore. From 7pm-9pm they’ll be fielding questions about their platforms AND their Rock Band skills. This event is FREE, and is a great opportunity to speak with local candidates ready to amplify your voice in DC.

https://www.facebook.com/events/530951944034587/

Hibachi food truck in Asheville. ALL PLATES SERVED WITH EGG FRIED RICE, MIXED VEGGIES, SWEET CARROTS, AND
WHITE SAUCE, GARNISHED W/ SCALLIONS. They accept cards. Gluten Free available. Call in orders at (828) 485-7873

https://www.facebook.com/events/302618103671169/

An evening of “offbeat Americana” with Nashville touring acts South for Winter and The Traveling Ones. The duo Traveling Ones will be starting the night with soulful harmonies, wailing slide guitar, and rocking rhythms while trio South for Winter will be following with a unique fusion of folk instrumentation, complex jazz phrasings, earthy vocals, and dancing cello parts.

Lounge Seated

Limited Tables Available with a Dinner Reservation :: All Other Seating is First Come First Serve General Admission :: Please Call Venue for Dinner (Table) Reservations

$10 Advance / $12 Day of Show

https://www.facebook.com/events/310942059676322/

https://www.facebook.com/events/177902882926931/