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Mary Ellen Hannibal at Malaprops Bookstore & Cafe April 6 2017

Malaprops Bookstore March 20, 2017 0

Malaprop’s Bookstore & Café presents Mary Ellen Hannibal, award-winning environmental journalist, author, and thought leader, on Thursday, April 6, 2017. Hannibal will discuss her new book, Citizen Scientist: Searching for Heroes and Hope in an Age of Extinction. Joining her in conversation will be Mallory D. McDuff, Professor, Environmental Studies/Outdoor Leadership, at Warren Wilson College, Asheville, NC.

Free Monthly Climate Change Film Series Continues March 28th @ The Collider

The Collider March 19, 2017 0

The Collider's monthly movie night, presented by Oskar Blues Brewery and featuring films related to climate change and the environment, continues on Tuesday, March 28, at the nonprofit innovation center in downtown Asheville. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; the program begins at 7 p.m. The event is free and open to the public (with a suggested donation). Popcorn and a selection of Oskar Blues beers will be provided.

Malaprop’s Announces the Inaugural Rise Up and Read Together Program

Malaprops Bookstore March 18, 2017 0

Malaprop’s Bookstore has announced the Rise Up and Read Together, a year-long program that invites all residents of Asheville to read the same book. Rise Up and Read Together is modeled on the “One City One Book” program, and is designed to build a sense of community and promote literacy. Like “One City One Book,” Asheville’s Rise Up and Read Together takes the idea of a localized book discussion club and expands it to cover an entire community.

Bruisin’ Ales celebrates 10th Anniversary with Golden Gloves 2017 Series

User Submission March 17, 2017 0

Bruisin' Ales, the award-winning bottle shop in Asheville, NC, is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year with four beers called the Golden Gloves 2017 Series. The Golden Gloves 2017 Series represents some of the most beloved beers and styles sold at the store over the years.

Off The Beaten Path: Saint Patrick’s Day Celebrations

Staff Writer March 16, 2017 0

Are you Irish? Just looking for an excuse to drink? Enjoy dressing in green? Whatever the case, Saint Patrick's day is a good excuse to break out your lucky green shirt, grab that green bowler hat, and hit up your favorite bars or breweries in Asheville to participate in drinking shenanigans. Don't have plans yet? Check our list of unique Saint Patrick's Day celebrations happening in and around Asheville. You can bet on Saint Patrick's Day 2017 in Asheville for a hopping good time!

Beer

Highlights Announced for USEA American Eventing Championships

Tryon International Equestrian Center August 15, 2017 0

What could make a week of the 2017 USEA American Eventing Championships presented by Nutrena® even more exciting? Hosting an entire week of competition, entertainment and events, including Gladiator Polo™, of course! Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC) will be full of activity, entertainment, and competition during Labor Day weekend as Friday night's Gladiator Polo™ match will run ahead of the highly anticipated 2017 Adequan® Gold Cup Series Advanced Show Jumping finale held in the George H. Morris Arena as the highlight of TIEC's "Saturday Night Lights" (SNL) event for the week.

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Catawba Brewing Announces New Festbier Specialty Release

Catawba Brewing July 19, 2017 0
Beer & Chocolate Pairing at Catawba Brewing

Catawba Brewing July 3, 2017 0
Catawba Brewing Releases Barrel-Aged Apricot Brett Farmhouse Ale

Catawba Brewing June 29, 2017 0
Catawba Brewing Unveils Friki Tiki IPA Series

Catawba Brewing June 28, 2017 0
Burial Beer Releases First Sour Beers In Bottles

Burial Beer Company May 26, 2017 0

Music

Warren Haynes Presents: The Annual Christmas Jam is One of Our Favorite Happenings in Asheville

Staff Writer October 18, 2017 0

Would Santa ever visit Asheville without Christmas Jam popping off? We haven’t had to test the possibility in 28 years, and hopefully, it’s a long time coming before such a tragedy would occur. Organized by Grammy Award-winning vocalist, songwriter, renowned guitarist and Asheville native Warren Haynes, The Annual Christmas Jam concert has a rich story behind it. It all began in 1988 when Haynes decided to give an opportunity for performing artists, fans and donors to come together through music and contribute to the Asheville community at large.

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Hail Cassius Neptune 9/8 at Pisgah Brewing

Staff Writer September 3, 2017 0
Michael Franti & Spearhead at Salvage Station

User Submission July 23, 2017 0
90th Annual Mountain Dance and Folk Festival

Staff Writer July 18, 2017 0
Hustle Souls Kickstarter Launch Party W/ The Freeway Revival

User Submission July 18, 2017 0

Food

Benevolent Spirits: Houston Hurricane Harvey

Staff Writer September 1, 2017 0

Heirloom Hospitality Group has organized an effort among the Asheville food and beverage community to raise money for those affected by Hurricane Harvey.

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Looking Glass Creamery Welcomes Sean Stanley

Staff Writer July 11, 2017 0
Beer & Chocolate Pairing at Catawba Brewing

Catawba Brewing July 3, 2017 0
Looking Glass Creamery Expanding

Staff Writer May 1, 2017 0
Tea-Beer & Biscuits: Twin Leaf hosts “Elevenses” Release Party

User Submission March 7, 2017 0

Art

5 Places to Experience Local Art and Music in Marshall, NC

Beverly Hanks April 10, 2017 0

Asheville is arguably the largest hub for local arts in WNC, but by far it is not the only one. Just a short drive north, the small Madison County town of Marshall has made the most of riverside living. There are dozens of local galleries and studios, forming an enclave of artists in the midst of a renaissance.

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Franklin School of Innovation Students Place Mural in Asheville Outlets Food Court

Asheville Outlet April 4, 2017 0
Building Miracles for Ecuador: The Undergrowth hosts benefit, art auction

User Submission October 24, 2016 0
River Arts District Fall Studio Stroll and Food Drive

Staff Writer October 3, 2016 0
Artists, RiverLink and Zealandia Holding Company Celebrate the French Broad River

River Link September 20, 2016 0

Equestrian

Celebrity Bartenders at TIEC Shade The Donkeys Event

Tryon International Equestrian Center August 29, 2017 0

The second annual Brooke USA fundraiser held during the USEA American Eventing Championships presented by Land Rover and Nutrena® at Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC), kick off Friday, September 1, with the "Shade the Donkeys" event. Taking place under the Announcer's Tower from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. the event will feature Sinead Halpin-Maynard, Tik Maynard, Allison Springer, and JJ Tate each making appearances behind the bar.

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Tryon Resort Announces Dover Saddlery As Official Retail Partner

Tryon International Equestrian Center August 25, 2017 0
TIEC Prepares for Fall 2017 Dressage

Tryon International Equestrian Center August 24, 2017 0
Highlights Announced for USEA American Eventing Championships

Tryon International Equestrian Center August 15, 2017 0
TIEC To Host 2017 Dressage Instructors Seminar Sept 12-15

Tryon International Equestrian Center August 9, 2017 0

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