Asheville Blog

ISIS Music Hall Welcomes Americana Legend David Bromberg

Isis January 25, 2019 0

Although you wouldn’t guess it, there is a common thread that links The Beastie Boys, George Harrison, The Eagles, Willie Nelson, Carly Simon, Jerry Garcia, and Bob Dylan. A link other than fame, of course.

Sure Sure Debuts New Single; Plays Orange Peel

Staff Writer January 25, 2019 0

Indie pop band from LA, Sure Sure just released their sharp and charismatic new single “Idiot” today via Ghettoblaster Magazine. As the band explains with their trademark humor, “‘Idiot’ is about judging a person from afar and then realizing you are that person. It's also about embracing your dysfunctionality and ripping a guitar solo.”

Critter Check Up at the WNC Nature Center, February 16th

WNC Nature Center January 24, 2019 0

Show your child’s favorite stuffed animal some love! Critter Check Up is a chance for your child to get a clean bill of health for their stuffed animal friend from a veterinarian at the WNC Nature Center. Visitors are invited to bring one plush, stuffed animal in for a vet check up between 10a.m. and 1p.m. on Saturday, February 16 th though tickets must be purchased in advance.

MARCH 2019 SECOND SATURDAY in the RIVER ARTS DISTRICT

Staff Writer January 24, 2019 0

On the Second Saturday of each month, the River Arts District will be holding gallery walks with live demonstrations, live music, wine tastings / spreads of food, and more! Meander the mile-long district and discover all there is that the “RAD” has to offer. There are more than 200 artists in the 23 buildings throughout the district. Most of them will be on hand to describe or show you their techniques as well as share with you what inspires them.

The Collider: Scientists and Experts Discuss the Reality of Climate Change

The Collider January 18, 2019 0

The Collider is hosting a two-part panel series with local climate scientists and experts, many of whom worked directly with the fourth National Climate Assessment — also known as the NCA4. The first in this series of panel discussions will take place on Thursday, January 24, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. at The Collider. Admission is free and open to the public with a suggested donation of $10 per person.

Beer

Hi-Wire Brewing Announces Plans for Wilmington, NC Taproom

Hi-Wire Brewing July 9, 2020 0

North Carolina’s Hi-Wire Brewing continues to expand despite the turmoil of the global COVID-19 pandemic with the announcement of a fifth taproom set to open in Wilmington, North Carolina in fall of 2020. Chris Frosaker, co-owner of the Asheville-based brewery, states, “Steady retail, as well as geographic growth, is central to our business plan, even during a pandemic.” With three North Carolina retail taprooms and a fourth in Tennessee, Hi-Wire Brewing’s total distribution footprint has swelled to eight states since opening in 2013, including the expansion to Virginia in April of this year.

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Hi-Wire Brewing Announces July 2020 Beer Releases

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Grey Eagle Taqueria Expands; Announces Partnerships With Breweries

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Sanctuary Brewing Company to Close Current Location, New Brewery to Open in Early June

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Hi-Wire Brewing Begins Distribution to Virginia

Hi-Wire Brewing April 20, 2020 0
HIGHLAND BREWING ADDS RISING HAZE IPA TO YEAR-ROUND LINEUP IN LATE APRIL

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Music

CITIZEN VINYL RECORD PRESSING PLANT TO OPEN IN ASHEVILLE, NC THIS SEPTEMBER

User Submission July 20, 2020 0

A full circle revival is underway for Asheville, NC’s Citizen-Times building. Once home to the daily paper’s printing facility and offices, the historic site will soon be unveiled with a new identity as a boutique vinyl pressing plant, record store and bar/cafe (and a new name): Citizen Vinyl. Founded by veteran music producer Gar Ragland and supported by a dream team of industry professionals and craftsmen, Citizen Vinyl is slated to become North Carolina’s first on site pressing plant, though its mission goes beyond just manufacturing great quality records.

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Diverse Group Of North Carolina Musicians Join Local Progressive Organizations in Launching VoteNC.org

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Downtown After 5 Goes Live Stream, Immediate Support for Area Music Professionals

Staff Writer May 5, 2020 0
Montford Music & Art Festival Announces Early Info for 2020 Event

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Fireside Collective Album Release Party

Staff Writer January 17, 2020 0

Food

Asheville Tea Company Brews Adventure with Release of New Tea Line

Melissa Dean July 9, 2020 0

Asheville Tea Company announces the release of their new eco-friendly tea boxes, packed with Blue Ridge botanicals and full of Asheville flavor. “We are incredibly grateful for our TEAm and the amazing community around us who have rallied to bring this project to life,” said Jessie Dean, who launched Asheville Tea Company in 2016. “We hope that our new product line truly speaks to the values we hold as a company as well as the personality of our community and richness of the ingredients grown right here in North Carolina.”

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Grey Eagle Taqueria Expands; Announces Partnerships With Breweries

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Food Drive Yields 7000lbs of Food for ABCCM

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AIR Job Fair – Cancelled Due to Covid-19

Melissa Dean March 10, 2020 0
Asheville Gets a Little Sweeter with Opening of Nothing Bundt Cakes

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