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5 Rules To Prevent a Disaster on New Year's Eve

A guy's guide on what to do (and not do) on NYE.

"Can you explain mansplaining to me?"

This week, Ask A Woman has a lotta 'splainin to do...

Last Show & Tell Holiday Pop Up Shop This Wednesday

Don't miss your last chance to score unique gifts at this very special pop up at the Masonic Temple.

Roma (2018): Film Review

From the director of 'Gravity' and 'Children of Men' comes a beautiful, shining example of what film is capable of. A moving an honest tribute to women everywhere.

"Do I have to ask a woman before I kiss her for the first time?"

This week, Ask A Woman tackles the "big conversation going on right now about consent."

Friday Night at the Video Store: The Craft (1996)

This week, film critic James Rosario presents a blast from Gothy past with this 90s, EMO classic to curl up to on a cold start to the weekend.

"Why are women so insecure about their bodies?"

This Week on Ask A Woman: How consumerism as the end game has damn near everything to do with it.

Buy Local Art For The Holidays + Always

The Asheville Area Arts Council hosts the 2018 Holiday Market on Saturday, December 8th

Shawn Winebrenner Opens Show at UNCA

"Ad Lucem: Masking and the Resilience of a Human Spirit” - A photo exhibition by local artist Shawn Winebrenner opens December 7

Wildlife (2018): Movie Review

A subtle and powerful debut from director Paul Dano starring Carey Mulligan + Jake Gyllenhaal is now playing at Grail Moviehouse.

Friday Night at the Video Store: Freeway (1996)

Friday Night at the Video store is a review series honoring the long-lost and highly missed art of wandering the aisles of your local video rental shop.

"Why Do Women Wear Provocative Clothing??"

This week, Ask A Woman answers a question that shouldn't even need to be asked anymore but is...

Meow Wolf: Origin Story (2018): Movie Review

This documentary about self-proclaimed art world rebels plays for one night only in Asheville on 11/29.

SWIPE Mic Returns With New Host Black Swan

Asheville's open mic night for bad dating stories is back with new host, comedian and overall badass, Black Swan.

"How can I be less intimidating to women?"

"The reason women may be shrinking away from you in an elevator is not that you’re some hulking beast but because chances are they’ve experienced some level of creepiness"

17th Annual Survivors' Art Show

A powerful exhibition of art from sexual assault survivors in the Asheville community opens Thursday 15.

River Arts Studio Strolling

November 10 - 11 marks yet another fall Studio Stroll in the River Arts District where you can meet art makers + become an art collector.

"What's With Girls With Tattoos + Piercings?"

Ask A Woman starts off her regular advice column answering a question about why women get tattoos and piercings. Especially in Asheville.

The Ballad of Buster Scruggs (2018): Movie Review

A beautifully dark and grim Western fable brought to near-perfect life by the Coen brothers and cinematographer Bruno Delbonnel.

VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE

Tuesday November 6th is widely considered to be one of the most important elections in decades and there really is no excuse to not vote.

Ask A Woman. Seriously. Ask.

Ask A Woman is an anonymous advice column where I give candid, honest advice about everything you people can cook up.

Free Solo (2018): Movie Review

A compelling documentary that falls just short of greatness due to a few missed opportunities.

The French > Asheville > Connection

/ Fleurs / showcases the work of an artist who is French born and loving, living the Asheville life.

The New Farmaceutical Industry

This week is the Grand Opening of Franny's Farmacy - a dream come true for lovers of hemp products everywhere.

Who's ready for a Taco Takeover?

On October 14th Salvage Staton will be home to a taco lovers dream come true -- the 1st ever Taco Takeover.

The Children Act (2017): Movie Reivew

A meandering melodrama that's saved (if that's possible) by the performance of Emma Thompson.

Mandy (2018): Movie Review

It's wild, it's crazy, it's not for everyone - and I dare you to see it.

Miss Gay Latina Asheville

In its 11th year the pageant returns to the Diana Wortham Theater on Saturday, November 3rd for an unforgettable night of fabulosity.

SAY IT LOUD > An Art Experience

Clear your calendar for the opening of this must-see exhibition that explores the African American experience through contemporary art.

Win a Moog Synthesizer #dreamsdocometrue

Here's your chance to win one of three Moog Synthesizers during the Bob Moog Foundation 2018 Fall Raffle.

Celebrate the start of Autumn at Harvest Fest

Come one, come all to the 1st ever Harvest Fest at the Burton Street Community Peace Gardens on Saturday 9/22.

The Pink Panther (1963): Movie Review

Top of the line ensemble comedy with one star shining above the rest (try and guess which one).

Livin' The Asheville Van Life

JuneBug Retro Resort in Weaverville is the 2018 home of the largest #vanlife gathering on the East Coast.

Nature & Brews & Bears. Oh My!

The WNC Nature Center's popular happy hour meet-up returns Friday, September 14th with food, cider, beer, music and bears.

Happy Birthday to Asheville FM

Community celebrating community as Asheville Affiliates hosts a Birthday Bash Fundraiser for !03.3 Asheville FM

YoungAsheville

Matt + Kim Play The Orange Peel

Brooklyn based duo headline the legendary Asheville music venue.

Southeast B-Boy Championships Return > 9/8

Top street dancers from all over the US will gather to battle it out B-boy style at Asheville Music Hall for the 9th Annual SEBC.

Jeff Mason

LAAF 2018 << REWIND

In case you missed it or just want to reminisce, here are some clips from LAAF (Living Asheville Arts Festival) that happened Labor Day Weekend #SundayFunday.

NC Mountain State Fair / photo by @curatednc

It's Mountain State Fair Time

If you can almost see the neon lights, hear the happy screams, and smell the fried foods (and farm animals!) in the air, it's because it is time for the NC Mountain State Fair!