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The Whale West Asheville Named in USA Today’s Top 10 Beer Bars 2023

The Whale AVL was voted sixth in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards - Top 10 Beer Bars in the US.

Firestorm Books Grand Opening on Haywood Road

What’s New at 10222 Haywood Road? Get the scoop.

Tryon’s Literary Open Stage Reopens At Upstairs Artspace

For years Tryon, North Carolina’s Upstairs Artspace was a premier venue for writers to share their work through Literary Open Stage, and now, post-pandemic—Literary Open Stage is back!

An Evening with Poet Donika Kelly & Nonfiction Writer Melissa Febos

Free kickoff event featuring a reading by Poet Donika Kelly and Nonfiction Writer Melissa Febos

Brevard, NC is getting served a full plate this upcoming 2024

One of the Appalachian’s most beloved towns will be introduced to its very first international food hall, and they're looking for vendors!

S&W Market : New Food Hall Creates a Unique Space in Downtown Asheville

The S&W Cafeteria undergoes renovations but is holding on to its rich history.

CHEF WILLIAM DISSEN ANNOUNCES SALE OF PRIZED CHARLOTTE EATERY “HAYMAKER” TO BUILT ON HOSPITALITY

Acclaimed Restaurateur Chef William Dissen and Built On Hospitality Chef Chris Coleman ink sale, passing batton from one Charlotte chef to another

Embracing Roots of the South with Ballet Folklórico Raíces and David LaMotte

The brilliant colors of traditional costumes and the songs and folkloric dance of Mexico by local, talented youth will fill The White Horse Black Mountain on Friday, September 8

Beat the Heat

Asheville sits amongst innumerable freshwater springs, swimming holes, waterfalls, and rivers to visit this summer.

groundbreaking online resource for those facing substance use disorders

StartYourRecovery.org is a groundbreaking online resource for those facing substance use disorders.

Asheville company Adoratherapy introduces new line of candles.

Located in The Grove, the company offers a unique blend of beauty, fragrance, and candles

Mt. Mitchell Arts & Crafts Fair to Fill Burnsville’s Town Square

Mt. Mitchell Arts & Crafts Fair to Fill Burnsville’s Town Square, Aug. 4-5

Live Music at Rocky's

Live music continues at Rocky’s Hot Chicken Shack’s Sweeten Creek location

Asheville Bike Fest 2023

Bike enthusiasts across the Western Carolinas are ramping up for the 2nd annual Asheville Bike Fest.

2023 Carolina Mountain Literary Festival Welcomes Lit Lovers From Across NC

Learn more about the authors and events featured at this year’s festival!

SOPRANA, ROOFTOP ITALIAN RESTAURANT, TO OPEN IN EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON

Soprana, a new restaurant located inside Downtown Asheville’s newest hotel – Embassy Suites by Hilton Asheville Downtown – is slated to open in fall 2023.

Black Mountain Center for the Arts Presents Art in Blo

Black Mountain Celebrates Flowers and Art with their 17th Annual Fundraiser.

Pierce Alexander Drops New Single "Stain"

The previously featured Charlestonian songwriter Pierce Alexander continues to make a name for himself with performances around the Southeast.

Pierce Alexander Drops New Single "Stain"

The Charlestonian songwriter previously featured on Grit continues to make a name for himself.

Launching: Pickup Market at Ware! External Inbox

Ware announced today they’re collaborating with local vendors to provide a digital prepared foods market for the Asheville community.

Asheville Brand Buchi Launches Nutritious & Delicious Prebiotic Sodas

Asheville benefit corporation Buchi is bringing back nostalgic flavored sodas with their new line of guilt-free sparkling drinks

Roots + Wings School of Art and Design Is Closing

Roots + Wings School of Art and Design, the creative art and design education HUB founded by Ginger Huebner, is closing its doors after 14 years of operation.

Firefly Gathering 2023

Firefly Gathering Expands Equity Efforts, Envisioning Earthskills for Every Body

ACCLAIMED COMEDIAN JAMIE CAMPBELL BRINGS BIG DAD ENERGY TO ASHEVILLE FRINGE

Asheville Fringe Festival is coming up!

Council for Educational Travel is looking for host families for the 2023-24 school year

Any family can be a host family!

TRAUMA INTERVENTION PROGRAM (TIP) OF WNC SEEKS VOLUNTEERS

The Trauma Intervention Program (TIP) of Western North Carolina is a national nonprofit organization that works with local public safety officials in Buncombe and Henderson counties to provide emotional and practical support of citizens experiencing trauma.

Pickleball is Growing in Asheville

Where to play pickleball in Asheville and more!

Stephen Evans & the True Grits release 3rd album "Buzz of Bees"

The studio album "Buzz of Bees" LP will be digitally released on Friday, December 16th, 2022, by Western Carolina Records through Distrokid.

Rocky's Hot Chicken Shack Offers Holiday Meals

Rocky’s Hot Chicken Shack wants to help take some of the cooking stress off your family's plate .

Embrew® Tea is Awarded the NC IDEA™ MICRO Grant

WNC-based tea company prepares to push into retail with innovative product that gives busy tea-lovers more me-time without hassling with infusers or sticky honey.

New Cookie Company arrives to NC

Brand Legally Addictive cookies are made from a cracker, handmade toffee and sustainably sourced chocolate, topped with sea salt for an amazing sweet, salty and crunchy flavor combination.

The ’BILLIE’S SONG’ Theatrical Readings Project

A GRASSROOTS COMMUNITY ARTS PROJECT TO UN-SEGREGATE US

LAUNCH OF A GROUP STORYTELLING PROJECT TO UN-SEGREATE US

Take part in an interactive introduction to the ‘BILLIE’S SONG, AN URBAN FAIRY TALE’ Theatrical Readings Project being planned for Spring 2023.

New arts space in West Asheville called Story Parlor

STORY PARLOR ANNOUNCES META COMMERSE AS ITS NEXT STORY/ARTS RESIDENT

Interview with owners of Rocky's Hot Chicken Shack

Co-owner of local restaurant Rocky's Hot Chicken Shack talks with us about ownership, sourcing ingredients, and more!

Your Dog Here Fundraiser

"Your Dog Here" is a DSSOLVR fundraiser in association with Asheville Humane Society

Tzedek Brilliance Awards Celebrate the Impact of Asheville Changemakers

Tzedek Brilliance Awards honor Asheville’s leaders who have engaged in impactful, intersectional efforts to further racial justice and LGBTQ equality or to combat antisemitism.

The Story of a Venezuelan-Appalachian musical duo, Larry & Joe

Together, the two musicians are on a mission to show that music has no borders.

Bears Bees + Brews invites Asheville to get wild this fall.

An event that focused on educating the community about the wildlife in Western North Carolina and how we can coexist with the creatures who are often roaming in our own backyards.

Meet Chef Will of Jettie Rae's

There's a recipe inside!!

Pierce Alexander Set To New Song

Pierce Alexander is excited to announce the release of'Midnight Walk' on Friday September 2nd

Embrew Tea: Artisan Tea Bag

Innovative tea company, Embrew, relocates to the Asheville area and brings with it a promise of a better cup of tea in record time.

Interview with Sarajane Case

Sarajane is an author, certified Enneagram expert, social media influencer and podcast host of Enneagram And Coffee

14th Annual Asheville Comedy Festival

Presented by Laugh Your Asheville Off, the largest comedy festival in the Southeast comes roaring back to Asheville August 10-13, 2022

Jettie Rae's Oyster House 2 Year Anniversary

A 2 year anniversary comes with a new summer menu!

Interview with Once Upon A Child

Interview with local children's consignment store manager.

Interview with musician Marcus Anderson

Marcus Anderson, jazz musician, coffee enthusiast, and comic creator, sat down with us for a virtual interview about his many endeavors.

New Retail Store Swahili Coast Opens

New Retail Store Swahili Coast celebrates opening downtown, promoting artisan co-operatives in East Africa

Loretta Holloway returns to AVL

Loretta Holloway returns to Diana Wortham Theatre

Open Studio: Ginger Huebner

Ginger Huebner is an artist, collaborator, educator and visual translator