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Announcing the Dogwood Alliance & Asheville Grit Flash Writing Winners!

Announcing this year's Dogwood Alliance + Asheville Grit Flash Writing Competition Winners and finalists! We'll publish one winning story a day, ending with our Grand Prize Winner!

The First Day of Grit-Mas: The Thirsty Monk

On the first day of Grit-Mas, we're giving away a $40 giftcard and a growler of CocoNorm from the Thirsty Monk to one lucky winner!

Cohen and Shauf Show Off

The Mothlight welcomes the talented rockers to Asheville.

The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update! December 8-11

It's gonna be cold this weekend, Asheville! We've got events and activities to keep you toasty!

BEATLIFE Celebrates with Oak City Slums

Saturday night, head to the Mothlight for a BEATLIFE celebration with headliner Oak City Slums.

Mobley and Catch Fever // Wake the Dreamers

Wake the Dreamers: Genre-Bending Mobley + Catch Fever Come to New Mountain

Mobley, who hails from Austin, TX, comes to New Mountain's Ridge on Friday with support from Catch Fever and the Stump Mutts. Proceeds from their new EP go to the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe.

Dylan LeBlanc and his Cautionary Tale Come to the Mothlight [Interview]

Inflected with the sounds of the deep South, Dylan LeBlanc's latest album offers a meditation on the singer's life so far--and far ahead. He'll play the Mothlight Tuesday, December 6th.

Pottery Pop-Up Sale

Head to the Asheville Food Park on Saturday, December 3rd, to check out pottery on sale from local artists at 8am-1pm.

Movie Review: Dying to Know: Ram Dass and Timothy Leary (2014)

A touching story of friendship and counter-culture that could have benefited from a little more turning on and tuning in.

GritVegas Weekend Update: Forest Creatures!

The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update! December 1-3

Whether you're into woodland frolicking or getting out on the dance floor, the Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update has something for you!

Woods & Wilds Festival: A Celebration of Southern Forests with Dogwood Alliance

This Saturday, join fellow lovers of Southern forests to celebrate Dogwood Alliance's 20th anniversary, with a full day of events at the Salvage Station.

Manhattan. Photo: Graeme Maclean (Glasgow, UK)

Bar Wars 2016: Who Will Be Victorious? You Can Help Decide!

Bar Wars is back, baby! This year's cocktail is the Manhattan. Find out where to drink it and how to vote for your favorite, and check out the very special events that go along with it.

Album Release Party: Cpt HyperDrive + Friends at Sol Bar

Cpt. HyperDrive and special guests will celebrate the release of his debut album at Sol Vibes on December 2nd.

Call for Entries: The Dogwood Alliance + Asheville Grit Flash Writing Contest!

Asheville Grit and Dogwood Alliance are now accepting submissions to the 2016 Flash Writing Contest in honor of Dogwood Alliance's 20th Anniversary!

The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update Thanksgiving Edition! November 24-27

Happy Thanksgiving! Once you're totally stuffed, walk, dance, drink, or shop it off by checking out our weekend suggestions!

Get Hooked

The legendary Peter Hook comes to The Orange Peel on Monday, 11/21.

GRIT TALK: The Shakeout

"The Shakeout" comes to New Mountain this Saturday to promote inclusion and creativity through music, art, and fashion.

Dakota Access Pipeline Native American protest site, on Highway 1806 near Cannonball, North Dakota, August 15th, 2016. NODAPL! Photo: Shane Balkowitsch

Reflections on Standing Rock and Immigration

The Army Corps just denied Dakota Access the right to construct the Missouri River portion of the Dakota Access Pipeline. What does this mean, and how can you help?

The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update! November 17-20

The weekend before Thanksgiving has a lot to be thankful for. Check it all out here.

Let's Get Dreamy

Wild Nothing and Small Black come together for a show at The Orange Peel this Thursday.

The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update! November 10-13

Need to unwind after a very stressful week? Not sure what the future holds? Go out and celebrate the AVL community--follow along with us!

The Bar at Habitat Tavern and Commons. Source: Habitat

The AVL Innovators: Habitat Tavern and Commons

Habitat Tavern and Commons, a brewery and community space, will open their door this week. We caught up with the team and checked out the space.

How I Learned to Drive (Review)

How I Learned to Drive, currently showing at 35 Below, is a stellar production from the Attic Salt Theatre Company.

Damien Jurado Plays the Mothlight with Opener Luke Roberts

Damien Jurado comes to the Mothlight this Saturday with opener Luke Roberts.

11:11 Awaken Asheville Brings Local, Regional Artists to Timo's House

This Friday night, local and regional artists will team up to bring a "consciousness inspired music event" to Timo's House in downtown Asheville.

Source: Martin Falbisoner. Wikimedia Commons

Election Results Parties in Asheville

Our list of where to watch the election results come in. Don't worry, alcohol (or mocktails) are available at most of these spots!

Asheville Faerie Arts Festival Enchants with Music, Art and Fashion

On Friday, November 11th, faeries light up the night at the Renaissance Hotel in this year's Faerie Arts Festival. The theme this year is Goth Faerie Fall.

Art for Ecuador: The Undergrowth Collective Hosts Auction @ The BLOCK

On Sunday, 11/6, the Undergrowth Collective will hold an auction to raise funds for victims of earthquake victims in Ecuador.

Midnight Snack Holds Single Release Show at Isis Music Hall

Asheville quintet Midnight Snack is celebrating the release of their single, "Magic," with a show on Saturday, 11/5, at Isis Music Hall.

“Like a Secret You Already Know:” Flock of Dimes’ grace-filled, healing sound

Flock of Dimes, the solo project from Jenn Wasner of Wye Oak, comes to the Mothlight this Sunday, 11/6/

From In Between: Time in the Desert. Credit: Eric Baden

Asheville's First Friday Roundup

It's almost First Friday! Here's a roundup of a few of the best openings, workshops, dance parties, and other arts-related events in town!

The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update! November 3-6

This weekend, check out Asheville and nearby Brevard for all of your event needs. We've got the scoop!

THE UNLOVABLES BRING A DOSE OF POP PUNK TO ASHEVILLE

Pop Punk group The Unlovables play The Odditorium in West Asheville on Saturday, 11/5.

Support the MAP: Guy Fawkes Dance Party for the Media Arts Project

This Friday, 11/4, get your Guy Fawkes Celebration started early at a dance party to benefit the Media Arts Project (MAP).

AF THE NAYSAYER. Photo: Vashni Korin @vashni.b

New Orleans Producer AF THE NAYSAYER Comes to Sol Vibes

AF THE NAYSAYER returns to Asheville on November 4th. We caught up with the Louisiana producer before the show.

Halloween Special: The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update! October 27-31

What's happening on Halloween weekend in Asheville? We've got your spooky scoop!

Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz by Miguel Cabrera

Sugar Skulls and the Tenth Muse: Day of the Dead Celebration at BeBe Theater

Mexican feminist Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz will be honored, along with Day of the Dead traditions, at the BeBe Theater this Halloween weekend.

Ticket Giveaway: Danny Brown at the Orange Peel

Detroit rapper Danny Brown hits the stage at the Orange Peel on Sunday, 10/30, and Asheville Grit is giving away two tickets. Leave a comment on this post on Facebook for your chance to win.

Asheville FM Hosts Halloween Fund Drive at Buxton Hall

103.3 hosts their Fall Fund Drive at Buxton Hall this Saturday, 10/29. It's a Halloween-flavored party for a good cause.

Free BEATLIFE at The One Stop with Xero God, Mother HOOD (10/28)

This coming Friday, 10/28, celebrate BEATLIFE with a free show at the One Stop with headliners Xero God and Mother HOOD.

"Visible Life": Belle Boggs to Speak on Motherhood and Fertility at Malaprop's

Writer Belle Boggs will speak at Malaprop's about her new book, "The Art of Waiting: On Fertility, Medicine, and Motherhood," on Wednesday, 10/26 @ 7 pm.

The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update! October 20-23

Jason's been cloned! We've got your Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update for October 20-23, featuring LEAF, voting, photobooths, and more!

The Drinking Dead: Asheville Zombie Movie Begins Kickstarter

The team behind Dead Brew, a zombie film based in Asheville, just began a 30-day Kickstarter to raise initial funds for making the film.

Ticket Giveaway: The Orb at New Mountain 10/23

Groundbreaking electronic innovators The Orb play New Mountain Asheville on October 23, and we're giving away two tickets. See post for details!

Take a Peek: The 2016 Urban Loft + Art Tour (Gallery)

A gallery from the 2016 Urban Loft + Art Tour to benefit the Asheville Art Museum. All photos: Erin Fowler.

Swanky Electronic Soiree Set to TranceForm Highland Brewery Tonight

Here are a few reasons you might be sad if you stay at home in your underwear binging Netflix instead of attending TranceFormation...

Going Vegan for One Month: One Year Later

These are facts. Not thoughts and ideas conjured up in a liberal arts college classroom, but the harsh reality and wake-up call that our current food culture is destroying our planet and our bodies. And it's these facts and figures that made me rethink everything. So....guys. I am officially a vegan.