BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Asheville: outdoors\, next 7 days (Thu Sep 17 to Wed Sep 23\, America/New_York). Rolling: the window moves forward every day\, so subscr ibe rather than download. Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https ://caldiscovery.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains i nformation from CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/asheville-nc/next-7-days-outdoors.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT12H REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT12H X-WR-CALDESC:Asheville: outdoors\, next 7 days (Thu Sep 17 to Wed Sep 23\, America/New_York). Rolling: the window moves forward every day\, so subsc ribe rather than download. Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (http s://caldiscovery.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information from CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0 . X-WR-CALNAME:Asheville · outdoors · next 7 days · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hawk Watch DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001 DTSTAMP:20260916T000251Z UID:10000237-1788220800-1790812799@www.blueridgeheritage.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:All throughout September\, guests are invited to join the moun tain’s naturalists as they count and celebrate the annual spectacle of f all raptor migration. Participants can observe the migration from viewing locations on Linville Peak (across the Mile High Swinging Bridge) and Half Moon Overlook (the first major overlook when entering the park). Included with admission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T000251Z LOCATION:NC URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/hawk-watch/?utm_source=caldisc overy&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Blue Ridge National Heritage Area X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/destinations/asheville-art- museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Connecting to Place II: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational DTSTART:20260917T150000Z DTEND:20260917T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T000422Z UID:10001867-1789642800-1789664400@www.blueridgeheritage.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Connecting to Place II: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational 2 026 will be on view at Mars Landing Arts Center in Mars Hill\, NC. The exh ibition features works by artists from the Blue Ridge Craft Trails. Curato r M. Anna Fariello created the exhibition with the vision of tying today ’s living traditions back to the region’s history and nature. \nPartic ipants are from the Far West region of Western North Carolina\, representi ng seven towns and the Qualla Boundary: Franklin\, Waynesville\, Dillsboro \, Bryson City\, Cullowhee\, Canton\, Cherokee\, Maggie Valley\, and Brass town. The artwork consists of different mediums including clay\, fiber\, m etal\, paper\, and wood. \nArtists:  \nMyron Carter\, Susan Coe\, Laurey Faye Dean\, Brad Dodson\, Gayle R. Haynie\, Karen H. Hovis\, Carol Lynn Jo hnson\, Ilene Kay\, Joe Frank McKee\, Mike McKinney\, Paul Hornbuckle\, Ja nlyn Messina\, Davy Arch\, Caden Painter\, Terance Painter\, Paul Pieringe r\, William S. Rogers\, Desmond Suarez\, Gayle Barker Woody LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T000422Z LOCATION:Mars Landing Arts Center\, 37 Library Street\, Mars Hill\, NC\, 2 8754\, United States URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/connecting-to-place-ii-blue-ri dge-craft-trails-invitational/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medi um=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Blue Ridge National Heritage Area X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/destinations/asheville-art- museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tour des Trees DTSTART:20260917T180000Z DTEND:20260917T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T183454Z UID:1778780019776-1789653600-1789662600@ncarboretum.org CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Tour des Trees\nSeptember 17\, 2026 from 2 pm to 4:30 pm\nTree Research and Education Endowment Fund (TREE Fund) in celebration of the e nd of the week-long bike ride\, the Tour des Trees\, has partnered with th e North Carolina Arboretum to create a Community Day event where locals ca n learn more about trees and urban forests. \nEvents will kick-off with an “Ask an Arborist” session from 2-3pm at the Education Center\, where people can learn about how to take care of the trees on their property and ask questions to arborists about how to keep their trees healthy and stro ng. At 2:15\, Mycology students from UNC-Asheville will lead Mushroom Walk s throughout the grounds. At 3:45\, children can learn all about why trees are important and how they grow by attending a PEP Rally featuring author and YouTube star\, Professor Elwood Pricklethorn. \nProfessor Pricklethor n’s presentations are perfect for grade school children that want to lea rn more about trees in an exciting and sometimes comical way. He will also be visiting three different elementary schools during the week in western North Carolina\, as a part of the Tour des Trees’ outreach events. “W e are looking forward to ending this year’s ride in Asheville and we are very pleased to be able to work with the North Carolina Arboretum on thes e events where we can help grow the knowledge of local residents about the importance of tree research\,” said Jonathan Cain\, Communication and E ngagement Manager at TREE Fund. “An important part of this ride and the reason why our riders join us year in and year out is because we are able to get out into the communities we ride through and talk trees.” The Tou r des Trees bike ride is a week-long ride that takes place in different lo cations every year with riders traveling in from all over the world. This year\, 95 riders will participate. “Asheville will be a wonderful city t o end this year’s ride and having a place like the North Carolina Arbore tum in town where we can interact with people that appreciate being outsid e and appreciate trees is a great way to cap off the week\,” said Cain. \nMore information on where the riders will be going and the events throug hout the week at TREE Fund’s website\, www.treefund.org. \nThese program s will take place in the Auditorium within the Education Center. LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T183454Z URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/tourdestrees/?utm_source=caldiscovery&ut m_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The North Carolina Arboretum X-SOURCE-URL:https://ncarboretum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Arbor Evenings DTSTART:20260917T213000Z DTEND:20260918T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221453Z UID:1778780019710-1789666200-1789677000@ncarboretum.org CATEGORIES:free,music,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Arbor Evenings 2026\nJune 10 – September 17\, 2026\nBaker Ev ent Lawn\nSip and stroll through the gardens in the glow of the golden hou r\, all while listening to live music from a variety of local and regional artists! Arbor Evenings runs Wednesdays and Thursdays June 10 through Sep tember 17\, 2026 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n**Please not e: Outside alcohol is prohibited on the campus of The North Carolina Arbor etum.** \nThere is no additional cost to attend ArborEvenings beyond our s tandard parking fee. As always\, Arboretum Society members and their accom panying guests can enter for FREE (guests must be in member vehicles to re ceive free entry). Proceeds from Arbor Evenings help support The North Car olina Arboretum Society and further advance the Arboretum’s mission. \n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n5:30 – 8:30: The Fabulous DB Cooper (Americana\, Classic Ro ck\, and Classic Country)\nScheduled performances are subject to change.\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nView upcoming dates here. \nSupport for this event series is generously provided by: LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221453Z LOCATION:Baker Event Lawn URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/arbor-evenings-39/?utm_source=caldiscove ry&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The North Carolina Arboretum X-SOURCE-URL:https://ncarboretum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Arbor Evenings 2026 DTSTART:20260917T213000Z DTEND:20260918T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062009Z UID:10069120-1789666200-1789677000@livemusicasheville.com CATEGORIES:free,music,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Sip and stroll through the Arboretum’s gardens in the glow o f the golden hour\, all while listening to live music from a variety of lo cal and regional artists! Arbor Evenings runs Wednesdays and Thursdays Jun e 10 through September 18 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. There is no additional co st to attend ArborEvenings beyond our standard parking fee. As always\, Ar boretum Society members and their accompanying guests can enter for FREE ( guests must be in member vehicles to receive free entry). Proceeds from Ar bor Evenings help support the The North Carolina Arboretum Society and fur ther advance the Arboretum’s mission. \nFood is available for purchase f rom a rotating selection of local food trucks. See Performance Schedule c lick here! \nBeer\, Wine\, and soft drinks will be for sale onsite at the Green Gardener’s Shed from 5:30 to 8:15 p.m. each night of the event. O utside alcohol is strictly prohibited\, but guests are welcome to bring in water or a favorite non-alcoholic beverage. \nArborEvenings is a rain or shine event. In the event of rain\, Arbor Evenings will relocate indoors t o the Baker Visitor Center. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062009Z LOCATION:The North Carolina Arboretum URL:https://livemusicasheville.com/calendar/arbor-evenings-2025-2/2026-09- 17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:LiveMusicAsheville.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://livemusicasheville.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Song Swap with Paddle Faster DTSTART:20260917T220000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260907T062411Z UID:69451-1789668000-1789675200@www.blueridgemusicnc.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Got a song (or three) to share? Come to the Cedar Mountain Can teen’s Song Swap. \nPrepare your songs to bring to the group\, and help lead those who want to join you. All acoustic genres and instruments welco me. LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T062411Z LOCATION:Cedar Mountain Canteen Public House & Appalachian Cultural Center \, 10771 Greenville Hwy\, Cedar Mountain\, NC\, 28718\, United States URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/song-swap-with-paddle-faster/20 26-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Blue Ridge Music Trails X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Connecting to Place II: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T061929Z UID:10001868-1789729200-1789750800@www.blueridgeheritage.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Connecting to Place II: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational 2 026 will be on view at Mars Landing Arts Center in Mars Hill\, NC. The exh ibition features works by artists from the Blue Ridge Craft Trails. Curato r M. Anna Fariello created the exhibition with the vision of tying today ’s living traditions back to the region’s history and nature. \nPartic ipants are from the Far West region of Western North Carolina\, representi ng seven towns and the Qualla Boundary: Franklin\, Waynesville\, Dillsboro \, Bryson City\, Cullowhee\, Canton\, Cherokee\, Maggie Valley\, and Brass town. The artwork consists of different mediums including clay\, fiber\, m etal\, paper\, and wood. \nArtists:  \nMyron Carter\, Susan Coe\, Laurey Faye Dean\, Brad Dodson\, Gayle R. Haynie\, Karen H. Hovis\, Carol Lynn Jo hnson\, Ilene Kay\, Joe Frank McKee\, Mike McKinney\, Paul Hornbuckle\, Ja nlyn Messina\, Davy Arch\, Caden Painter\, Terance Painter\, Paul Pieringe r\, William S. Rogers\, Desmond Suarez\, Gayle Barker Woody LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T061929Z LOCATION:Mars Landing Arts Center\, 37 Library Street\, Mars Hill\, NC\, 2 8754\, United States URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/connecting-to-place-ii-blue-ri dge-craft-trails-invitational/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medi um=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Blue Ridge National Heritage Area X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/destinations/asheville-art- museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Camping Weekend! DTSTART:20260918T200000Z DTEND:20260920T140000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T004814Z UID:event_316051391@meetup.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Artemis Adventure Club\nARTEMIS CAMPING WEEKEND: COME GET A LI TTLE WILD\n\nTwo nights. Good people. Campfires. Waterfalls. Swimming. Law n games.\n\nCome join us for a laid-back 2-night camping adventure in Boon e NC where you can float\, explore\, relax\, make new friends\, and soak u p some time outside.\n\n👀What’s waiting for you:\n• Swimming & floa ting\n• Waterfalls to explore\n• A swinging bridge\n• Cornhole & law n games\n• Campfires & campfire snacks\n• Bathrooms + shower access\n • Plenty of time to relax\, hang out & enjoy the outdoors\n\n✅We provi de:\n• Drinking water\n• Campfire snacks\n• The good vibes & adventu re spirit\n\n🎒 You bring:\n• Your camping gear\n• Food & beverages of your choice\n• Whatever you like to swim/float in\n• Your sense of adventure!\n\n💰 $60 per person\nIncludes 2 nights of camping.\n\nCome r eady to unplug\, get a little muddy\, float around\, laugh with some new f riends\, and remember why being outside is so damn good for you.\n\nBring your gear. We’ll bring the fun.\n\n🎟️Tickets here:\nhttps://www.art emisrisingcollective.com/adventure-club LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T004814Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/artemis-adventure-club/events/316051391/?utm_so urce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Artemis Adventure Club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Third Form Camping Trip DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260918T003110Z UID:10050965-1789776000-1789948799@www.ashevilleschool.org CATEGORIES:outdoors LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T003110Z URL:https://www.ashevilleschool.org/event/third-form-camping-trip/?utm_sou rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Asheville School X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ashevilleschool.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Adult Field Course: The Birds of Grandfather Mountain: The Wonders of Migration DTSTART:20260919T120000Z DTEND:20260919T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T000251Z UID:10000730-1789804800-1789826400@www.blueridgeheritage.com CATEGORIES:education,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Grandfather Mountain is an amazing diversity hotspot for breed ing birds in the southern Appalachians with more than 120 species detected during the nesting season. From warblers to hawks to hummingbirds\, migra tion is a wondrous period of the year for birders and nature enthusiasts a like. Taught by Steve Dowlan\, a retired natural resource specialist for t he U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management\, this course provide s the opportunity to visit several locations on the mountain to learn abou t the diversity of migrants\, the timing and mechanics of migration\, and hopefully see dozens of species using Grandfather as a staging area on the ir long flights to Central and South America. Our classroom program will t ake a deeper dive into the science of migration and some of the technology unlocking the secrets of bird movement. Registration opens online on July 20 at 10 a.m. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T000251Z LOCATION:NC URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/adult-field-course-the-birds-o f-grandfather-mountain-the-wonders-of-migration/?utm_source=caldiscovery&u tm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Blue Ridge National Heritage Area X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/destinations/asheville-art- museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Guided Trail Walk DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221453Z UID:1778780019627-1789812000-1789819200@ncarboretum.org CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Hit the trails and learn more about The North Carolina Arboret um’s botanically diverse forest with a guided trail walk! April through October\, this free hiking program is led by trained volunteer guides who take small groups of participants along woodland trails and through a vari ety of forest types. Depending on the season and each guide’s area of ex pertise\, topics of discussion may include wildflowers\, plant and tree id entification\, natural history and more. \nGuided trail walks are limited to 15 people\, including the guide\, and are not recommended for guests un der 16 years of age. Groups depart from the Baker Visitor Center Lobby on Tuesdays at 1 p.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.. \nWalks last 1.5 – 2.5 hours\, are approximately one to two miles in length. As this prog ram is held rain or shine\, all participants should dress appropriately fo r the weather. \nThere is no pre-registration\; walks are first-come first served and sign up sheets are located in the Baker Visitors Center. \nWal ks are FREE\; however\, donations to The North Carolina Arboretum Society are appreciated. Regular parking fees apply. Arboretum Society Members alw ays park free. \nKnow Before You Go\n\nGuided Trail Walks are not recommen ded for guests under 16 years of age.\nGuided Trail Walks are rain or shin e and all participants should be dressed comfortably and for the weather.\ nHikes cover 1-2 miles and last 1.5-2 hours.\nWell-behaved leashed pets ar e welcome to accompany their owners. In the rare case that a pet is disrup tive or negatively impacts the experience\, the pet and its owner may be a sked to excuse themselves from the guided walk. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221453Z URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/guided-trail-walk-3/2026-09-19/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The North Carolina Arboretum X-SOURCE-URL:https://ncarboretum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Monarch Butterfly Day DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T183729Z UID:1778780019717-1789812000-1789830000@ncarboretum.org CATEGORIES:community,education,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Monarch Butterfly Day\nSeptember 19\, 2026\n10:00 a.m. – 3:0 0 p.m.\nJoin us at The North Carolina Arboretum on Sept 19th for a day ded icated to the Monarch Butterfly!\nEach fall\, the last monarch butterflies of the year pass through Western North Carolina on their incredible migra tion to Mexico. Join us on Saturday\, September 19\, for a day dedicated t o celebrating monarchs\, pollinators\, and the communities that connect us to the outdoors. \nFrom 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.\, enjoy hands-on activitie s with community partners and vendors\, crafts and activities in the Playi ng Woods\, a StoryWalk\, guided pollinator walks\, Lotería\, dance perfor mances\, and more. \nThis year’s Monarch Day is extra special as Latinos Aventureros joins us to celebrate not only the monarchs\, but also their 5th year of connecting communities across North Carolina to the outdoors t hrough bilingual adventures\, health and wellness\, environmental conserva tion\, and youth programs. \nMonarch Day activities are free to attend.\nT he Arboretum’s standard parking fee applies to nonmembers. North Carolin a Arboretum members park free as usual. \nSchedule\n10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m:  Community vendors\, activities & crafts\n10:30 am: Guided Pollinator Wa lk\n11:30 am: Dance Performance: Raíces\n12:30 pm: Lotería Salud y Aven tura at the Education Center Veranda Lawn\n1:30 pm: Dance Performance: M ä Hñäkihu\n2:15 pm: Guided Pollinator Walk \nCome celebrate the remark able journey of the monarch and a shared love of nature\, community\, and belonging! \nSponsored by: LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T183729Z URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/monarch-butterfly-day-4/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The North Carolina Arboretum X-SOURCE-URL:https://ncarboretum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Annual Flock to the Rock DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T001842Z UID:10000109-1789812000-1789830000@www.blueridgeheritage.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Break out the binoculars and get ready for our annual feathere d frenzy. This event was designed so birders of all skill sets can enjoy o ne of the country’s fastest-growing hobbies – bird watching! Bring the whole family for live raptor programs\, birding activities\, intro to bir ding hikes\, and the annual hawk watch from the Chimney. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T001842Z LOCATION:Chimney Rock State Park\, 431 Main Street\, Chimney Rock\, NC\, 2 8720\, United States URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/annual-flock-to-the-rock/2026- 09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Blue Ridge National Heritage Area X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/destinations/asheville-art- museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Guided History Walk: 7th Avenue/Historic Train Depot District DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T062518Z UID:10031315-1789812000-1789817400@visithendersonvillenc.org CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:This district was where it was happening in the Gilded Age of Hendersonville. The train depot welcomed steam engines\, and attracted dra ys\, hustle\, summer visitors\, shoot-outs\, candy stores. \nMeeting Place : Hendersonville City Hall\, front steps (corner of 5th Ave. E. and King S t.) LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T062518Z LOCATION:Hendersonville City Hall\, front steps\, 145 Fifth Ave. E\, (corn er of 5th Ave. E. and King St.)\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28792\, United Sta tes URL:https://visithendersonvillenc.org/event/guided-history-walk-7th-avenue -historic-train-depot-district/2026-09-19?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medi um=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Hendersonville\, NC X-SOURCE-URL:https://visithendersonvillenc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:18th Annual Flock to the Rock at Chimney Rock State Park DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T062518Z UID:10033751-1789812000-1789830000@visithendersonvillenc.org CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Break out the binoculars and get ready for our annual feathere d frenzy at Chimney Rock State Park on Saturday\, September 19 from 10am-3 pm. This event was designed so birders of all skill sets can enjoy one of the country’s fastest growing hobbies – bird watching! Bring the whole family for live raptor programs\, birding activities\, intro to birding h ikes\, and the annual hawk watch from the Chimney. This year we’re celeb rating 18 amazing years of Flock to the Rock! \nSchedule will be forthcomi ng. Reservations are recommended. Please check our website for updates! \n Cost: Included with Park admission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T062518Z LOCATION:Chimney Rock State Park\, 431 Main Street\, Chimney Rock\, NC\, 2 8720\, United States URL:https://visithendersonvillenc.org/event/18th-annual-flock-to-the-rock- at-chimney-rock-state-park?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_camp aign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Hendersonville\, NC X-SOURCE-URL:https://visithendersonvillenc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thomas Wolfe's Buried Lives: A Riverside Cemetery Tour DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T000305Z UID:97559-1789812000-1789819200@thelaurelofasheville.com CATEGORIES:outdoors,tech DESCRIPTION:Join us as we welcome Fall and explore portions of Riverside C emetery\, piecing together fact and fiction by highlighting many of the fo lks that inspired various characters in Wolfe’s works\, as well as other notable Ashevillians.\nThe tour will begin at the front gate of Riverside Cemetery. Parking is available along Birch Street and near the gate. Plan for a two-hour leisurely paced tour!\nTickets are $10/person and must be purchased in advance online: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/thomas- wolfes-buried-lives-a-riverside-cemetery-tour-2 LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T000305Z LOCATION:Riverside Cemetery\, 53 Birch St\, Asheville\, 28801 URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/thomas-wolfes-buried-lives-a-ri verside-cemetery-tour/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign =asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The Laurel of Asheville X-SOURCE-URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/events/today END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Connecting to Place II: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T060226Z UID:10001869-1789815600-1789837200@www.blueridgeheritage.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Connecting to Place II: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational 2 026 will be on view at Mars Landing Arts Center in Mars Hill\, NC. The exh ibition features works by artists from the Blue Ridge Craft Trails. Curato r M. Anna Fariello created the exhibition with the vision of tying today ’s living traditions back to the region’s history and nature. \nPartic ipants are from the Far West region of Western North Carolina\, representi ng seven towns and the Qualla Boundary: Franklin\, Waynesville\, Dillsboro \, Bryson City\, Cullowhee\, Canton\, Cherokee\, Maggie Valley\, and Brass town. The artwork consists of different mediums including clay\, fiber\, m etal\, paper\, and wood. \nArtists:  \nMyron Carter\, Susan Coe\, Laurey Faye Dean\, Brad Dodson\, Gayle R. Haynie\, Karen H. Hovis\, Carol Lynn Jo hnson\, Ilene Kay\, Joe Frank McKee\, Mike McKinney\, Paul Hornbuckle\, Ja nlyn Messina\, Davy Arch\, Caden Painter\, Terance Painter\, Paul Pieringe r\, William S. Rogers\, Desmond Suarez\, Gayle Barker Woody LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T060226Z LOCATION:Mars Landing Arts Center\, 37 Library Street\, Mars Hill\, NC\, 2 8754\, United States URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/connecting-to-place-ii-blue-ri dge-craft-trails-invitational/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medi um=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Blue Ridge National Heritage Area X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/destinations/asheville-art- museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ASAP's Farm Tour DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T000251Z UID:10001484-1789819200-1789837200@www.blueridgeheritage.com CATEGORIES:family,food,outdoors DESCRIPTION:ASAP’s 2026 Farm Tour will take place on Saturday and Sunday \, Sept. 19-20\, noon to 5 p.m. The participating farms will be within an hour of Asheville. Farms will be announced Summer 2026. One pass is good for all passengers in a single vehicle at all farms\, both days. Passes ar e $35 before Sept. 19 and $45 on Sept 19-20. \nASAP’s annual Farm Tour i s a chance to experience how food is grown and raised through guided tours \, demonstrations\, and tastings. The Farm Tour showcases the diversity of working farms in Western North Carolina\, including vegetables\, livestoc k\, vineyards\, orchards\, flowers\, fiber\, and more! This is a family-f riendly event and a great outing for visitors of all ages\, abilities\, an d interests. All are welcome. \nASAP’s 2026 Farm Tour is a critical piec e of the agricultural economy as it helps local food producers rebound thr ough unexpected crisis\, strengthens the relationships between farmers and consumers\, and encourages tourism outside of Asheville. Join ASAP in sus taining our farming community. \nFor tickets and more information\, please click here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T000251Z LOCATION:NC URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/asaps-farm-tour/2026-09-19/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Blue Ridge National Heritage Area X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/destinations/asheville-art- museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Swim DTSTART:20260920T100000Z DTEND:20260920T120000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T063026Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53969419732802 CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Adventure Crew will be taking a trip to Bull Creek for an earl y morning swim! Meeting outside Bryson Gym where we will hike to our swimm ing destination. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T063026Z LOCATION:Bryson Gym URL:https://events.warren-wilson.edu/event/morning-swim?utm_source=caldisc overy&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Warren Wilson College Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.warren-wilson.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pine Tree Loop Hike + Taco Boy Lunch 🌲🥾🌮 DTSTART:20260920T140000Z DTEND:20260920T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T123422Z UID:event_316400195@meetup.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Asheville Transplants\nPine Tree Loop Hike + Taco Boy Lunch 🌲🥾🌮\n\nSunday\, September 20th\n10:00 AM to 2:00 PM\n\nLet’s sp end a Sunday morning outside\, get some fresh air\, move our bodies\, meet some new people\, and then reward ourselves appropriately with tacos. 😄\n\nWe’ll meet at the Hard Times Trailhead off Wesley Branch Road an d hike the Pine Tree Loop\, an easy and scenic 3.5-mile loop through Bent Creek.\n\nThis is meant to be a fun\, social hike\, not a race to see who can disappear into the forest first. We’ll keep a comfortable pace that gives everyone plenty of time to talk\, laugh\, enjoy the scenery\, and ac tually get to know the people you’re hiking with.\n\nThe route takes us along Bent Creek\, through shaded forest\, open wildlife fields\, and wide trails where we can walk side-by-side and mingle as we go. There is about 357 feet of elevation gain\, but it is gradual and considered an easy hik e.\n\nExpect wide dirt and gravel trails\, some grassy sections\, lots of shade\, and a relaxed Sunday morning vibe.\n\n🥾 Hike Details\n\nDistanc e: Approximately 3.5 miles\nDifficulty: Easy\nElevation Gain: Approximatel y 357 feet\nTerrain: Dirt\, gravel\, wide grassy paths\, and gentle slopes \nMeeting Location: Hard Times Trailhead\, Wesley Branch Road\nStart Time: 10:00 AM\n\nPlease wear comfortable hiking shoes\, bring water\, and dres s for the weather.\n\n🌮 Then We Eat!\n\nAfter the hike\, anyone who wan ts to keep the fun going can join us for lunch at Taco Boy in Biltmore Par k.\n\nTaco Boy\n2 Town Square Blvd #120\nAsheville\, NC\n\nWe should arriv e around noon-ish\, depending on our hiking pace and how much talking we d o along the way. And knowing this group\, there may be talking. 😂\n\nCo me for the hike\, stay for the tacos\, or better yet\, do both.\n\nThis is a great event if you’re looking to get outside without doing a strenuou s mountain climb\, meet some new people\, reconnect with familiar faces\, and spend a laid-back Sunday morning being social in one of Asheville’s prettiest outdoor areas.\n\nSee you on the trail! 🌲🥾🌮 LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T123422Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/asheville-transplants-20s-50s/events/316400195/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Asheville Transplants END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Connecting to Place II: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T000221Z UID:10001870-1789902000-1789923600@www.blueridgeheritage.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Connecting to Place II: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational 2 026 will be on view at Mars Landing Arts Center in Mars Hill\, NC. The exh ibition features works by artists from the Blue Ridge Craft Trails. Curato r M. Anna Fariello created the exhibition with the vision of tying today ’s living traditions back to the region’s history and nature. \nPartic ipants are from the Far West region of Western North Carolina\, representi ng seven towns and the Qualla Boundary: Franklin\, Waynesville\, Dillsboro \, Bryson City\, Cullowhee\, Canton\, Cherokee\, Maggie Valley\, and Brass town. The artwork consists of different mediums including clay\, fiber\, m etal\, paper\, and wood. \nArtists:  \nMyron Carter\, Susan Coe\, Laurey Faye Dean\, Brad Dodson\, Gayle R. Haynie\, Karen H. Hovis\, Carol Lynn Jo hnson\, Ilene Kay\, Joe Frank McKee\, Mike McKinney\, Paul Hornbuckle\, Ja nlyn Messina\, Davy Arch\, Caden Painter\, Terance Painter\, Paul Pieringe r\, William S. Rogers\, Desmond Suarez\, Gayle Barker Woody LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T000221Z LOCATION:Mars Landing Arts Center\, 37 Library Street\, Mars Hill\, NC\, 2 8754\, United States URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/connecting-to-place-ii-blue-ri dge-craft-trails-invitational/2026-09-20/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medi um=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Blue Ridge National Heritage Area X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/destinations/asheville-art- museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community Garden Workday DTSTART:20260920T220000Z DTEND:20260921T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T003504Z UID:bncgs027jor55cgid2turdsieh@google.com CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join ATL's Seeds of Solidarity group at our Community Garden W orkdays on the first and third Sunday of every month! We meet in the open hoop house that sits diagonally across from the Tool Library and work on v arious garden-related tasks\, with the ultimate goal of growing food to do nate back to our community. Feel free to show up any time during the 10-2 timeframe and find out how you can get involved. Everyone is welcome! LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T003504Z LOCATION:Asheville Tool Library\, 16 Smith Mill Rd\, Asheville\, NC 28806\ , USA X-SOURCE-NAME:Website Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://ashevilletoollibrary.org/events-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community Garden Workday DTSTART:20260922T220000Z DTEND:20260923T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221447Z UID:s8a53jev1d5bgi1gg3l1sh63se@google.com CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join ATL's Seeds of Solidarity group at our Community Garden W orkdays on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month! We meet in the op en hoop house that sits diagonally across from the Tool Library and work o n various garden-related tasks\, with the ultimate goal of growing food to donate back to our community. Feel free to show up any time during the 5- 7pm timeframe and find out how you can get involved. Everyone is welcome! LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221447Z LOCATION:Asheville Tool Library\, 16 Smith Mill Rd\, Asheville\, NC 28806\ , USA X-SOURCE-NAME:Website Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://ashevilletoollibrary.org/events-calendar END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR