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Ashvegas
'Figures, Feathers and Forms' set to open at Woolworth Walk
Local artists Kyle Keeler and Laurie Yeates Adams will be featured in the FW Gallery at Woolworth Walk in April.
The Daily Orca
Black Panther (2018): Movie Review
Social consciousness doesn't get much more fun than this. Black Panther is not just for fans of the genre, but a must-see for everyone.
The Daily Orca
Movie Review: The 2018 Oscar Nominated Shorts
An interesting mix of short films that will surely have something for everyone
Ashvegas
UNC Asheville hosts art exhibition celebrating middle school student works
The Celebrating Middle School Success exhibition will feature works by students from four area schools.
Sara Bensman
6 Tips for Dealing with Narcissists
Mastering the ability to work with people who don’t see the world the way that you see it and to still achieve your goals is a triumph that will serve you forever.
Ashvegas
Performance to support Black Mountain poet's Asheville Lyric Opera debut
Gavin Geoffrey Dillard will premiere his new opera with the Asheville Lyric Opera on May 11, 12 and 13.
Ashvegas
Asheville poet, playwright and painter set to open new exhibition
David Hopes is one of Asheville's most powerful, and prolific, creative forces.
Caleb Calhoun
Asheville Music Weekend: The Travers Brothership returns, Free Mondays at Mothlight, more
The Travers Brothership plays the Asheville Music Hall, and The Mothlight kicks off a Free Monday series.
Ashvegas
New Center for Craft workshop series aims to advance emerging makers
The inaugural Craft Your Commerce workshop series is aimed at elevating emerging makers and designers with craft-inspired businesses.
Ashvegas
Asheville entrepreneurs team up to tell stories with conscious purpose
Marisol Colette is a therapist. Rose Kaz is a photographer. Together, they work to create "Image with Intention."
Ashvegas
Asheville playwright lampoons local politics in 'The Mountain Political Action Committee'
Following the stunning 2016 presidential election results, a group of mismatched but committed Asheville residents look to make a difference.
Ashvegas
Asheville Creative Sector Summit set for April 20
Bob Boilen, creator and host of NPR's All Songs Considered and Tiny Desk Concert, will deliver the keynote speech.
Ashvegas
Comic Andy Woodhull set for Grey Eagle show Friday
Woodhull has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.
Ashvegas
Re-Happening arts event honors legacy of Black Mountain College
The Re-Happening is a singular event that provides a forum for regional artists and an accessible, immersive, educational experience for attendees.
Sexistentialism
Looking For Love In All The Wrong Places
Sure, sex is intimate, but have you ever tried believing in aliens?
Ashvegas
Tesla Quartet to perform rare composition at Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center
Black Mountain College was a haven for many European refugee intellectuals and artists displaced by the rise of Nazi Germany.
AVL Grit
Winchester (2018): Movie Review
What do we get in this movie? Bland screenwriting, one-dimensional characters, and a mysterious dearth of screen time for its main character.
Ashvegas
Asheville designers chosen for annual Color Me Goodwill Fashion Show
Each designer will dress six models; the winner will be awarded $500.
Ashvegas
Solo show celebrating Open Hearts artist begins Feb. 10
The show, called "Creative License: Expression in Color," will also include a Valentine's pop-up shop and paper flower market.
Caleb Calhoun
Asheville Music Weekend: JBOT, Poetry at Revolve, Empire Strikes Mardis Gras
Friday night at the Grey Eagle offers the kind of music event that defines Asheville's music scene: local, collaborative and featuring some of the best musicians in the country.
Ashvegas
Asheville food service workers shine in new photo exhibition
The exhibition, a meditation on service and selflessness, remains up through February at Over Easy Cafe.
Sexistentialism
The Good, The Bad, and The Morally Ambiguous
I wanted desperately to feel sexy, but for who? Certainly not for me.
Ashvegas
A West Asheville baker and her business savvy
Susannah Gebhart of OWL Bakery says she received critical advice and mentoring from the Western Women's Business Center.
Ashvegas
Asheville creatives, consider taking this survey
The Arts Market Survey is the next step in catalyzing an effort to build affordable housing and affordable space options for Asheville's creative sector.
Ashvegas
New Asheville festival and conference aims to connect creatives
Connect: Beyond the Page will bring together musicians, including special guest Ben Sollee, writers, filmmakers, media personalities and activists to examine how art inspires us.
Ashvegas
Rare Asheville silent film to be screened at Grail Moviehouse
The “Silent Sunday” program at Asheville’s Grail Moviehouse on Feb. 4 presents rare films produced in North Carolina between 1902 and 1921.
Thriftygirl
Aunt Flow, and how I've handled her
It's that dreaded visitor we get every month, ladies. A few good products have helped me cope along the way.
Caleb Calhoun
Asheville music weekend: Hustle Souls, Maggie Valley Band, Fleetwoods
The Maggie Valley Band and Hustle Souls both celebrate CD releases this weekend, and more.
Ashvegas
Music Video Asheville issues call for 2018 submissions
The annual music video showcase highlights the collaborative work of local musicians and filmmakers.
Ashvegas
6 Asheville public art projects to know about
A new African-American Heritage Trail and a new public art piece in the River Arts District are two projects in the works.
The Daily Orca
The Shape of Water (2017): Movie Review
It's weird and it's got a lot to say, but don't let that scare you away from one of 2017's best movies.
Ashvegas
Asheville Mardi Gras parade route moves to South Slope
South Slope businesses are getting behind the parade with a slew of events.
Ali McGhee
Fringe Festival 2018: Solo Shows Tackle Big Issues
Illegal immigration and labor reform are on the menu at this year's Fringe Fest.
The Daily Orca
The Best Films of 2017
A lot of great movies showed in Asheville in 2017. Here are my favorites.
Sara Bensman
25 New Year's Resolutions for Co-Parents
Co-parenting can be hard. Here are 25 ideas that can even be implemented as your New Year’s Resolutions. They may not be easy all the time, but they will help in the long run!
Ashvegas
Asheville entrepreneur to launch new clothing line, Big Boi Fly
Joe Greene will celebrate the launch of his new line on Jan. 27 at Ellington Underground.
AVL Grit
5 New Year's Resolutions that are Actually Just Awesome Things to Do Anyway
5 things that are A.) attainable and B.) good for you.
Sexistentialism
4 Life Changing Steps To Becoming The Exact Same Person You Were Before
I'm not getting hotter, I'm just getting older.
AVL Grit
New Year's Eve: Your GritVegas Roundup!
We've got the official countdown of all the fun happening in town this New Year's Eve!
The Daily Orca
Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017): Movie Review
Despite the negativity from certain circles of the fan community, 'The Last Jedi' is by far the most cinematic and accomplished work in the series since 'Empire.'
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