Calendar of Events

Downtown on Fridays, discover a delightful assortment of quality handmade goods from skilled makers at Asheville’s weekly street party. The Pack Square Artisan Market is produced by Places For Makers, an Asheville, NC based non-profit organization.

The Enka-Candler Friends of the Library are hosting their big book sale in the library community room! Purchase books, DVDs, music, tote bags, and t-shirts. All purchases go to the Friends of the Library who co-sponsor Enka-Candler Library programs and materials.

Downtown on Fridays, discover a delightful assortment of quality handmade goods from skilled makers at Asheville’s weekly street party. The Pack Square Artisan Market is produced by Places For Makers, an Asheville, NC based non-profit organization.

Downtown on Fridays, discover a delightful assortment of quality handmade goods from skilled makers at Asheville’s weekly street party. The Pack Square Artisan Market is produced by Places For Makers, an Asheville, NC based non-profit organization.

Downtown on Fridays, discover a delightful assortment of quality handmade goods from skilled makers at Asheville’s weekly street party. The Pack Square Artisan Market is produced by Places For Makers, an Asheville, NC based non-profit organization.

LOOM Imports + Friends JULY Open Studio + Pop Up Shop

Join us for our July open studio & pop up shop
Sunday, July 14
11-4pm
115 Elk Mountain Rd, Woodfin, NC

Shop home goods, wooden kitchenware, art, jewelry, accessories + vintage clothing with:
@loomimports
@kerrwoodworking
@gennypopshop
@townesandbirdie
@twindenimco
@annajohnsonjewelry

Additional parking across street at Woodfin Elementary

Downtown on Fridays, discover a delightful assortment of quality handmade goods from skilled makers at Asheville’s weekly street party. The Pack Square Artisan Market is produced by Places For Makers, an Asheville, NC based non-profit organization.

Join us in celebrating the vibrant Asheville Design District’s anniversary at the Collaborative, located at 121 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville, NC 28803, on July 20, 2024. This festive event will be filled with activities and entertainment for everyone.
Event Highlights
Enjoy a variety of food trucks offering delicious eats.
Groove to live music.
Explore the full market hosted by Marchè, featuring numerous vendors showcasing unique products. This is a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in the local art and design community.
Family and Pet Friendly
Bring your family and furry friends along for a day of fun and celebration. The event is designed to be enjoyed by all ages, ensuring an inclusive and enjoyable experience for everyone.
Outdoor Yoga
The Asheville event kicks off at 11am with a breath of wellness. Join us for yoga in our outdoor space overlooking Sweeten Creek, hosted by Yoga Nut.
Asheville Marchè
The Asheville Marchè will run from noon to 5pm. Peruse vendors of artisanal and hand-made goods, art, and crafts. Support local vendors and find the perfect item or gift.
Atelier Maison & Co. Sale
During this exciting event, Atelier Maison & Co. will be running a sale on our luxury heirloom furnishings. Discover beautiful, high-quality pieces to enhance your home.

Downtown on Fridays, discover a delightful assortment of quality handmade goods from skilled makers at Asheville’s weekly street party. The Pack Square Artisan Market is produced by Places For Makers, an Asheville, NC based non-profit organization.

Downtown on Fridays, discover a delightful assortment of quality handmade goods from skilled makers at Asheville’s weekly street party. The Pack Square Artisan Market is produced by Places For Makers, an Asheville, NC based non-profit organization.

Downtown on Fridays, discover a delightful assortment of quality handmade goods from skilled makers at Asheville’s weekly street party. The Pack Square Artisan Market is produced by Places For Makers, an Asheville, NC based non-profit organization.

Looking for some great books to add to your to-be-read shelf? How about doing some early holiday shopping? The Friends of the Black Mountain Library has you covered! Spend the day in beautiful Black Mountain and visit the Friends of the Library Book Sale in the Black Mountain Library Community Room (105 N. Dougherty St., Black Mountain, NC 28711) from 10-1 on Saturday, August 10. We have a great selection of adult, vintage, young adult and children’s books, puzzles, and much more. And our prices are unbeatable! A bag of adult books of your choice is $5.00, while children’s books are 2 for $1.00. Members of the Friends of the Black Mountain Library can enjoy early bird shopping at 9:30. This is the same date as Black Mountain’s Sourwood Festival (https://www.exploreblackmountain.com/sourwood-festival/) so plan to enjoy a day of fun and festivities in Black Mountain!

Can’t make it to the Book Sale on August 10? The Friends of the Library operates an in-library permanent store open during regular library hours. You can also shop online for special finds, antique, collectible, and vintage books at our two Etsy shops:

Black Mountain Reads (https://www.etsy.com/shop/BlackMountainReads?ref=shop_sugg)

FOL Black Mountain
(https://www.etsy.com/shop/FOLBlackMountain?ref=shop_sugg)

We’re ready to celebrate art and community at this month’s Second Saturday Art Stroll through the River Arts District with the ✸𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐄𝐖 𝐏𝐨𝐩 𝐔𝐩✸ Show & Tell and Kind Hearted Goods are excited to host awesome local artisans and contribute to a local non-profit.

FEATURING:
✸Loom Imports – stunning handwoven textiles; rugs, pillows, & more
✸Casa Blackberg – beautiful stitched & woven planters & goods
✸The Gilded Fern – colorful, sculptural candles & vintage home goods
✸Roam House – unisex bath/body goods & candles

Free Fridge Asheville is our community partner this month. To support their grassroots efforts to bring food & supplies to the community, please bring something from their wish lisT: https://rb.gy/fwfwr4

Downtown on Fridays, discover a delightful assortment of quality handmade goods from skilled makers at Asheville’s weekly street party. The Pack Square Artisan Market is produced by Places For Makers, an Asheville, NC based non-profit organization.

The Friends of the Black Mountain Library are pleased to again participate in the Antiques and Collectibles Sale sponsored by the Swannanoa Valley Museum. The antique sale will be held at the Monte Vista Hotel on Saturday August 17, from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. FOL will be selling antique books, ephemera, and other related items. This is the perfect opportunity to shop for one of a kind holiday gifts or to add to your personal library! Join us for a day of treasure hunting and fun!

Show & Tell returns to Rabbit Rabbit for a monthly Sunday Market celebrating and supporting local + indie craft, design, and vintage. Gather with friends and family in the open air at this one-of-a-kind outdoor venue in Downtown Asheville and shop 50+ vendors rotating monthly.

Featuring housewares, decor, art, jewelry, ceramics, apparel, vintage clothes, candles, plants, and more! Meet makers and collectors and shop directly or at the curated pop up shop.

Enjoy bites and bevs from AVL Tacos and Asheville Pizza & Brewing.

Sundays, August 18, September 29, October 20

12-5pm

Rabbit Rabbit

75 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC 28801

Free and open to the public. The outdoor market runs rain or shine. No dogs allowed. Street parking is free all day Sunday along with paid parking options in nearby lots and garages.

For more info, visit showandtellpopupshop.com

We’re excited to announce that beginning in August, we will be hosting a new mobile food market at the Woodfin YMCA every month!

Our mobile food markets distribute healthy produce, simple recipes, and valuable nutrition information that’s easy to understand. This service is free and open to the public, no questions asked.

Downtown on Fridays, discover a delightful assortment of quality handmade goods from skilled makers at Asheville’s weekly street party. The Pack Square Artisan Market is produced by Places For Makers, an Asheville, NC based non-profit organization.