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X-WR-CALNAME:Asheville · Saturday · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Faces of Appalachia DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260826 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260929 DTSTAMP:20260825T001923Z UID:10002526-1787702400-1790639999@www.blueridgeheritage.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:The Face of Appalachia: Five Decades of Photographs by Tim Bar nwell.\nThe exhibition runs August 26 through September 28\, 2026\, with a n opening reception on Friday\, September 4\, from 5–8 p.m.\nThe exhibit ion brings together more than 50 black-and-white photographs from nearly f ive decades of documenting the people\, traditions\, and landscapes of Sou thern Appalachia. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T001923Z LOCATION:Mars Hill University: Rural Heritage Museum\, 100 Athletic Street \, Mars Hill\, NC\, 28754\, United States URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/the-faces-of-appalachia/?utm_s ource=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:The Odd Couple - Flat Rock Playhouse - 8/28-9/19 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260828 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260824T001634Z UID:93842-1787875200-1789862399@thelaurelofasheville.com CATEGORIES:theater DESCRIPTION:Pour a drink and duck for cover — domestic bliss is about to get messy. \nMeet Felix: impeccably pressed\, emotionally distressed\, an d suddenly single. Meet Oscar: charmingly rumpled\, habitually late\, and blissfully allergic to coasters. When Felix moves in with his old pal Osca r after a marital meltdown\, neatness meets nonsense\, and the sparks fly. \nAshtrays overflow\, tempers flare\, and laughter fills the living room in Neil Simon’s effervescent comedy of friendship\, forgiveness\, and th e fine art of driving each other crazy. \nThe Odd Couple is a classic coc ktail of chaos and charm. Proof that opposites attract… so long as they don’t share a kitchen. \nEvent Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T001634Z LOCATION:Flat Rock Playhouse\, 2661 Greenville Highway\, Flat Rock\, NC\, 28731\, United States URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-odd-couple-flat-rock-playho use-8-28-9-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=ashevil le-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The Laurel of Asheville X-SOURCE-URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/events/today END:VEVENT 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:Drop-In Jewelry Making! DTSTART:20260901T150000Z DTEND:20260930T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T181859Z UID:96175-1788260400-1790784000@thelaurelofasheville.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join us in our downtown jewelry studio and create a piece of j ewelry you’ll be proud to wear! Choose from a variety of projects\, incl uding rings\, earrings\, charms\, pendants\, and more. You’ll personaliz e your design with your own creative touches while learning basic jewelry- making techniques in a fun\, welcoming environment. \nWhether you’re mak ing a keepsake for yourself or a meaningful handmade gift\, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind piece and the satisfaction of saying\, “I made tha t!” \n*Drop in starting at 1pm. Arrive by 3 to be sure you have time to complete the piece you want! \nPrices start at just $25 and vary by projec t\, with options available in sterling silver\, brass\, and a selection of gemstones. \nKid-friendly! Suitable for ages 6 and up. Younger participan ts or certain projects may require assistance from a parent or guardian to ensure everyone stays safe while creating. \nGreat for couples\, bridemai d parties\, girls time out\, and everyone in between! LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T181859Z LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 84 W Walnut St Unit A\, Asheville\, 2880 1 URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/drop-in-jewelry-making/?utm_sou rce=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:Evon Streetman: Reflections DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260903 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261011 DTSTAMP:20260904T060209Z UID:97225-1788393600-1791676799@thelaurelofasheville.com CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:Exhibition of vintage photographs by Evon Streetman. \nEvon S treetman is a seminal figure in Southern photography whose experimental ap proach helped define the trajectory of contemporary photo-based art in the region. Initially trained as a painter\, she was an early pioneer in inco rporating painterly processes and handwork into her photographs. She embra ces the materiality of the photographic surface through interventions such as hand-coloring\, airbrushing\, and the application of gold and silver l eaf. Her images often blur the line between documentation and transformati on\, evoking a sense of place that is both intimate and enigmatic. \nStree tman’s work emerged alongside a broader movement of artists who redefine d photography as a fine art medium\, including Clarissa Sligh\, William Ch ristenberry\, and Eugene Meatyard. Like her contemporaries\, Streetman’s work explores memory and place\, remaining deeply rooted in the Southern landscape. \nIn addition to her artistic practice\, Streetman was an impac tful educator. She assisted in developing the photography curriculum at Fl orida State University and later founded the photography program at the Pe nland School of Craft. Her work remains a standard in the study of alterna tive photographic practices and the visual culture of the American South. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060209Z LOCATION:Tracey Morgan Gallery\, 188 Coxe Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, U nited States URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/evon-streetman-reflections/?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:Mixed Metal Mountain Bracelet DTSTART:20260904T140000Z DTEND:20260925T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T061951Z UID:96173-1788516000-1790339400@thelaurelofasheville.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Join us at Ignite Jewelry Studios in downtown Asheville for a hands-on brass and silver bracelet workshop. You’ll choose your design\, then solder (yep with a torch)\, sand\, polish\, and more. By the end\, y ou’ll leave feeling rather accomplished\, having created your own piece using traditional metalsmithing tools and techniques—all guided by a ski lled instructor. This is a great couples activity\, unique bachelorette ex perience\, team building event\, or solo excursion in downtown AVL. *Works hop takes 2.5 hours +/- **Ages 12-14 A parent/guardian must sign safety wa iver and also take the workshop ***Ages 15-17 must have a parent or guardi an sign the safety waiver $185/person LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T061951Z LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 84 W Walnut St Unit A\, Asheville\, 2880 1 URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/mixed-metal-mountain-bracelet-4 /?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:Hammered Wide Band Ring DTSTART:20260905T140000Z DTEND:20260926T161500Z DTSTAMP:20260831T001916Z UID:96178-1788602400-1790424900@thelaurelofasheville.com CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Join us in this hands on class where you will make a hammered sterling silver wide band ring. One of Ignite’s fabulous instructors wil l take you through the process step by step including soldering\, shaping\ , hammering\, and finishing your ring. These also make great wedding bands ! Come make your own wedding bands (or each other’s) in our fully equipp ed studio. Or just take this as a fun make-and-take in our amazing maker s pace. This class is a little taste of what it’s like to make jewelry as a profession. You’ll leave with a beautiful ring made to size in our dow ntown Asheville metalsmithing studio. $120 includes all materials Arrive 1 5 minutes early to sign the safety waiver and get settled. *Convenient par king is available just below the studio in either the Harrah’s Parking G arage or Rankin Parking Garage\, 1st hour is free! LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T001916Z LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 84 W Walnut St Unit A\, Asheville\, 2880 1 URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/hammered-wide-band-ring-8/?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:Connie on vaction DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260909 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260922 DTSTAMP:20260918T004613Z UID:0684087D-F7C3-42A3-B80C-8DA8195C8244 CATEGORIES:civic LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T004613Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Master Staff Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ffa-nc.org/events-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner DTSTART:20260911T233000Z DTEND:20260920T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260908T062338Z UID:95807-1789155000-1789916400@thelaurelofasheville.com CATEGORIES:theater DESCRIPTION:A powerful American classic returns to Asheville for a second season—bringing exceptional theater\, culture\, and community together a t one of the nation’s most historic African American cultural institutio ns. \nPresented by Table & Mic Studios\, a subsidiary of Eagle Market Stre et Development Corporation\, CDC\, Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner returns with an outstanding\, seasoned professional cast for its second year perfo rming this celebrated American classic. \nExperience an unforgettable even ing at the YMI Cultural Center—the oldest African American cultural cent er in the United States—where history\, storytelling\, and live performa nce come together. LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T062338Z LOCATION:YMI Cultural Center\, 39 S. Market Street\, Asheville \, 28801 URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/guess-whos-coming-to-dinner-8/? 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:Pain or Limited Movement? DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927 DTSTAMP:20260914T051425Z UID:10173096-1789171200-1790467199@mountainx.com CATEGORIES:civic DESCRIPTION:Pain or Limited Movement?\nParticipants receive complimentary healing session for pain relief and improved movement\, using established natural modality refined over 30 years. Seeking visible shoulder\, neck\, back\, hip\, knee\, or other limitation for an on-camera demonstration. 2 hour Session. Between September 12th – 21st. Contact: EarthCareNow@Proto nMail.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T051425Z URL:https://mountainx.com/event/pain-or-limited-movement/?utm_source=caldi scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Mountain Xpress X-SOURCE-URL:https://mountainx.com/news/2022-general-voter-guide-asheville -city-council END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Organic Crop Management Virtual Series DTSTART:20260914T223000Z DTEND:20261006T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221444Z UID:38151-1789410600-1791230400@asapconnections.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Organic Crop Management is a FREE webinar series led by local farmers and agricultural resource specialists. Growers will gain the tools to manage soil health\, weeds\, pests\, and diseases for the whole farm. Each session also addresses standards and record-keeping requirements for applying for and maintaining Organic Certification. \nSchedule:\nAll sessi ons are Monday evenings with one noted exception. \nSeptember 14- Organic Soil Management w/ Mary Carroll Dodd (Red Scout Farm)\nSeptember 23* (Wedn esday) – Organic Weed Management w/ Christopher Peterson (Franklin Farm Hub)\nSeptember 28 – Organic Pest Management w/ Tom Elmore (Thatchore Fa rm)\nOctober 5 – Managing & Preventing Plant Diseases w/. Steven Beltram (TendWell Farm) LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221444Z LOCATION:Online/Virtual URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/organic-crop-management-vi rtual-series/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=ashevill e-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:ASAP Connections X-SOURCE-URL:https://asapconnections.org/find-local-food/farmers-markets/a sheville-city-market END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Golf Ball Marker/Jewelry Making Drop-In Workshop DTSTART:20260915T150000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T060825Z UID:96188-1789470000-1789819200@thelaurelofasheville.com CATEGORIES:education,sports DESCRIPTION:Join us at Ignite Jewelry Studios and create a custom golf bal l marker—or a unique piece of jewelry to commemorate your visit! Choose from special golf-themed stamps and create something that reflects your ow n style. Pricing starts at $25 for a brass ball marker\, or upgrade to sil ver and/or personalize it including sterling silver\, gemstones\, and more . Whether you’re a golf lover or simply looking for a fun\, hands-on cre ative experience\, you’ll leave with something you made yourself—and s omething you’ll love to keep! This is a Drop-In Workshop available Sept 15/16th/17th Tuesday-Thursday 11-4 and also Saturday Sept 19th from 1-4! LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T060825Z LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 84 W Walnut St Unit A\, Asheville\, 2880 1 URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/golf-ball-marker-jewelry-making -drop-in-workshop/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=ash eville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The Laurel of Asheville X-SOURCE-URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/events/today END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Silver Stacking Rings with Gemstone DTSTART:20260915T170000Z DTEND:20260919T194500Z DTSTAMP:20260913T060825Z UID:96182-1789477200-1789832700@thelaurelofasheville.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand\, but with a twist! Join us to make thi s set of 3 stacking rings in our downtown Asheville jewelry maker studio. You will make your 3 rings then add a tube setting to one\, and finish by setting a gemstone of your choosing. You’ll finish the rings with a cust om textured pattern and they’ll polish to a beautiful finish. Leave with the set of rings you made yourself! Includes a CZ of your choice or gemst one upgrades may be available upon request $125 includes all materials *Ag es 12 and up\, great for couples\, bridesmaids and solo makers. No experie nce needed! LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T060825Z LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 84 W Walnut St Unit A\, Asheville\, 2880 1 URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/silver-stacking-rings-with-gems tone-2/?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:PGA Week: Play Through The Mountains at Highland DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260912T002626Z UID:10029504-1789603200-1789948799@highlandbrewing.com CATEGORIES:drink,sports DESCRIPTION:Asheville is teeing up for a historic week as the PGA TOUR ret urns to Western North Carolina for the first time since 1942 at the Jack N icklaus-designed Cliffs at Walnut Cove. Throughout tournament weekend\, sw ing by Highland Brewing as part of Play Through the Mountains\, a countywi de initiative celebrating the neighborhoods\, small businesses\, and local experiences that make Buncombe County special. \n\n\nAt Highland Brewing\ , we’re bringing the golf spirit to the Meadow and Taproom with:\nBar sp ecials: \n\n$6 20oz Pilsners\nArnold Palmers & Transfusions\n\n\nThe Biltm ore Championship Asheville tournament broadcast in the Taproom\nDiscounted brewery tours throughout tournament weekend for visitors looking to exper ience Asheville’s first brewery (use code GOLF to book)\n\nThursday\, S eptember 17: Mini Golf in the Meadow \nWhether you’re following the tou rnament action or exploring Asheville between rounds\, make Highland a sto p on your Play Through the Mountains adventure. Cheers to golf\, great bee r\, and supporting local. 🍻⛳️ LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T002626Z LOCATION:Taproom At Highland Brewing Co.\, 12 Old Charlotte Highway\, Suit e 200\, Asheville\, NC\, 28803\, United States URL:https://highlandbrewing.com/calendar/play-through-the-mountains/?utm_s ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Highland Brewing X-SOURCE-URL:https://highlandbrewing.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Men's Soccer Alumni Weekend DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260829T221515Z UID:67079-1789689600-1789862399@www.mhu.edu CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:The men’s soccer program is hosting an alumni weekend in Sep tember. On Friday the 18th is an optional golf outing and evening social. Then on Saturday the 19th is tailgating and lunch before the 3:30 p.m. gam e against Tusculum. For more information contact Coach Gregg Munn at gmunn @mhu.edu. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221515Z LOCATION:NC URL:https://www.mhu.edu/event/mens-soccer-alumni-weekend/?utm_source=caldi scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Mars Hill University X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mhu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NC Folk Festival DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260914T053252Z UID:123110-1789689600-1789948799@dmjps.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:DMJPS is pleased to sponsor the 2026 NC Folk Festival. \nShare With: LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T053252Z LOCATION:Downtown Greensboro URL:https://dmjps.com/event/nc-folk-festival/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_ medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:DMJPS X-SOURCE-URL:https://dmjps.com/event/2025-asheville-chamber-of-commerces-a nnual-meeting 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:Family Weekend - Sept. 18-20 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260829T221514Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53010875562457 CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Family Weekend is one of the highlights of the academic year w here parents and families are invited to spend time at their students’ h ome away from home. Experience firsthand your student’s favorite places on campus\, meet their friends and connect with other LR families. Attend planned events scheduled throughout the weekend. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221514Z LOCATION:Lenoir-Rhyne University - Hickory\, Multiple Locations URL:https://calendar.lr.edu/event/family-weekend-2026?utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Lenoir-Rhyne University Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.lr.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Biltmore Championship Asheville DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260914T050403Z UID:10033810-1789806600-1789846200@visithendersonvillenc.org CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:The Biltmore Championship Asheville\, a new PGA Tour tournamen t\, is set for September 17-20\, 2026 at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove. This i s the areas first PGA tour event in more than 80 years. The tournament wil l be broadcast on Golf Channel and three properties produced from PGA TOUR Studios: PGA TOUR LIVE on ESPN+\, Sirius XM and the World Feed. \nTickets are available online at https://www.biltmorechampionship.com/tickets and two youths ages 15 and under are free with a ticketed adult for grounds on ly. \nParking is available offsite for $15 a day and includes a free shutt le to and from the event. \nFor more information\, visit https://www.biltm orechampionship.com/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T050403Z LOCATION:The Cliffs at Walnut Cove\, 1874 Brevard Rd.\, Arden\, NC\, 28704 \, United States URL:https://visithendersonvillenc.org/event/biltmore-championship-ashevill e/2026-09-19?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville -nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Hendersonville\, NC X-SOURCE-URL:https://visithendersonvillenc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cross Country - Boys - Varsity - Game Hare & Hound - Away DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260918T003110Z UID:10050863-1789776000-1789862399@www.ashevilleschool.org CATEGORIES:sports LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T003110Z LOCATION:McAlpine Park URL:https://www.ashevilleschool.org/event/cross-country-boys-varsity-game- hare-hound-away/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=ashev ille-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Asheville School X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ashevilleschool.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cross Country - Girls - Varsity - Game Hare & Hound - Away DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260918T003110Z UID:10050864-1789776000-1789862399@www.ashevilleschool.org CATEGORIES:sports LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T003110Z LOCATION:McAlpine Park URL:https://www.ashevilleschool.org/event/cross-country-girls-varsity-game -hare-hound-away/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=ashe ville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Asheville School X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ashevilleschool.org 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:Women's Volleyball vs. Regent University DTSTART:20260919T050000Z DTEND:20260919T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221514Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53644610354477 CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:Time: \n\n Location: Swannanoa\, NC LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221514Z URL:https://events.warren-wilson.edu/event/womens-volleyball-vs-regent-uni versity?utm_source=caldiscovery&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:Women's Cross Country vs. Yeti Invitational DTSTART:20260919T050000Z DTEND:20260919T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T120345Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53901279436692 CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:Time: TBA\n\n Location: Cleveland Community College - Shelby\, NC LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T120345Z URL:https://events.warren-wilson.edu/event/womens-cross-country-vs-yeti-in vitational?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-n c X-SOURCE-NAME:Warren Wilson College Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.warren-wilson.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Men's Cross Country vs. Yeti Invitational DTSTART:20260919T050000Z DTEND:20260919T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260908T120156Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53918947666465 CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:Time: \n\n Location: Cleveland Community College - Shelby\, NC LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T120156Z URL:https://events.warren-wilson.edu/event/mens-cross-country-vs-yeti-invi tational?utm_source=caldiscovery&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:Columbus Farmers Market DTSTART:20260919T120000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T181930Z UID:10000494-1789804800-1789819200@www.blueridgeheritage.com CATEGORIES:market DESCRIPTION:The Columbus Farmers Market is hosted by Polk County Farms and is taking place every Saturday 8am – 12pm from May through October!  \ n\nWhat you can expect from our vendors this season:\n \n\n\nFresh Produc e & Plants\n\n\nMeat\, Eggs & Dairy\n\n\nBaked Goods & Prepared Foods\n\n\ nPantry Items & Local Favorites\n\n\nFlowers & Garden Goods\n\n\nHandmade Crafts & Artisan Goods\n\n\nFiber Arts & Sewn Goods\n\n\nJewelry & Accesso ries\n\n\nBath\, Body & Wellness\n\n\nPet Products\n\n\nSeasonal & Special ty Items\n\n\nCommunity & Nonprofit Booths\n\n \nFor more current updates \, visit @PolkCountyFarms on social media. LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T181930Z LOCATION:Columbus Farmers Market\, 40 Courthouse St.\, Columbus\, NC\, 287 22\, United States URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/columbus-farmers-market/2026-0 9-19/?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: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:Mills River Farmers Market DTSTART:20260919T120000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T050403Z UID:10033317-1789804800-1789819200@visithendersonvillenc.org CATEGORIES:market DESCRIPTION:The Mills River Farm Market provides a quality venue for local producers\, offering fresh produce\, foods\, plants\, crafts to Mills Riv er and surrounding communities while supporting educational outreach and p romoting healthy living. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T050403Z LOCATION:Mills River Elementary School\, 94 School House Rd\, Mills River\ , NC\, 28759 URL:https://visithendersonvillenc.org/event/mills-river-farmers-market-2/2 026-09-19?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Hendersonville\, NC X-SOURCE-URL:https://visithendersonvillenc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hendersonville Farmers Market DTSTART:20260919T120000Z DTEND:20260919T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T050403Z UID:10033549-1789804800-1789822800@visithendersonvillenc.org CATEGORIES:market DESCRIPTION:Hendersonville Farmers Market aims to be a world-class market that contributes to the success of local producers and growers\, expands  access to farm fresh foods\, and creates a vibrant community gathering sp ace. With fresh produce\, meats\, baked goods\, crafts\, live entertai nment\, food trucks\, and more\, it’s a weekly outing with something for everybody! \nDates of Operation:\n2026 Opening Date: May 2\nSaturdays\, 8 :00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. May through October\nRain or shine! \nLocation:\ nHendersonville Farmers Market is located at the Historic Train Depot (650 Maple Street) in downtown Hendersonville’s Seventh Avenue District. The re is ample free off and on-street parking available surrounding the marke t space. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T050403Z LOCATION:Historic Train Depot Plaza\, 650 Maple Street\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28792\, United States URL:https://visithendersonvillenc.org/event/hendersonville-farmers-market- 2/2026-09-19?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville -nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Hendersonville\, NC X-SOURCE-URL:https://visithendersonvillenc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foster parent training DTSTART:20260919T123000Z DTEND:20260919T143000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221455Z UID:ghb1utmvomv6ql4kvin1iciosg@google.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:──────────\nJenn Stout is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89 522657146?jst=2\n\nMeeting chat link\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/89 522657146\n\nMeeting ID: 895 2265 7146\n\n---\n\nOne tap mobile\n+13092053 325\,\,89522657146# US\n+13126266799\,\,89522657146# US (Chicago)\n\n\n--- \n\nJoin by SIP\n• 89522657146@zoomcrc.com\n\nJoin instructions\nhttps:/ /us02web.zoom.us/meetings/89522657146/invitations?signature=kYGr9OFF5hiC4a 3c6yemBDSUuETbYBIycHtTfacBNAc\n\n\n────────── LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221455Z LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89522657146?jst=2 X-SOURCE-NAME:Master Staff Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ffa-nc.org/events-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NC Mountain State Fair DTSTART:20260919T130000Z DTEND:20260920T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T050403Z UID:10033806-1789808400-1789855200@visithendersonvillenc.org CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:This 10-day celebration of Western North Carolina culture and heritage runs Sept. 11-20 at the WNC Ag Center in Fletcher. Join us for a packed lineup of entertainment\, food\, rides\, livestock displays\, craft s and more! \nTickets are $9 for adults (ages 13-64)\; $5 for seniors (age s 65+)\; and $5 for kids (ages 6-12) and are available at the gate. \nSave by purchasing admission and ride tickets in advance! Visit https://www.wn cagcenter.org/p/mountainstatefair to plan your trip today. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T050403Z LOCATION:WNC Ag Center URL:https://visithendersonvillenc.org/event/nc-mountain-state-fair/2026-09 -19?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Hendersonville\, NC X-SOURCE-URL:https://visithendersonvillenc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Spring Creek Car Show & Pie Contest! DTSTART:20260919T133000Z DTEND:20260919T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T051814Z UID:561@bccwnc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Take a drive to Hot Springs and join the fun at the Spring Cre ek Community Center for their annual Spring Creek Car Show & Pie Contest!   This year's two pie categories – Savory (pot pie\, meat tart\, quiche ) & Sweet (fruit\, chocolate\, cheesecake). Car Show open entry\, $10 regi stration with People’s Choice Awards. Contact BCCWNC members Martin and Elizabeth Jones for more information.\n\nSpring Creek Annual Car Show & Pi e Contest\n\nDriving Directions to Spring Creek Show\n\nIf you're joining the drive arrive at Ingles location on 575 New Leicester Hwy\, Asheville a t 9:30 AM for a 10 AM departure.  Don't forget your radios!\n\n\n\nPLUS:\ n   Basket Raffle\n   50/50 Raffle\n   Local Vendors\n   Live Musi c\n\n\n\nThe following BCCWNC booking registration is provided to list clu b members that are planning to attend the show and wish to join the drive being lead from Ingles at 575 New Leicester Hwy\, Asheville. This IS NOT t he registration for the car show. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T051814Z LOCATION:Ingles New Leicester Hwy\, 575 New Leicester Hwy\, Asheville\, NC \, 28806\, URL:https://www.bccwnc.org/events/spring-creek-car-show-pie-contest/?utm_s ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Motor Mile Car Show X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bccwnc.org/events/motor-mile-car-show 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:Antiques Appraisal @ The Library! DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T184948Z UID:7m4ev8o2150ngcnma9uqo8otb1@google.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Come join us on the stage for our own version of Antiques Roa dshow! The Friends of the Library is hosting an antiques appraisal fundrai sing event from 10:00 - 12:00 on Saturday\, September 19th. Attendance is free\, but if you would like to have an item appraised\, you must purchas e a ticket from the circulation desk or from the Friends of the Library we bsite! LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T184948Z X-SOURCE-NAME:wilkescountyarl@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.arlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Upcycle Craft Club - Fairy Doors DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T183807Z UID:0bfv0o5bicl96nrhc8m96vf6sp@google.com CATEGORIES:arts,community DESCRIPTION:RSVP HEREBring your coffee or tea and join the Upcycle Craft C lub for an easy morning of crafting and community as we divert items from the landfill and choose crafting over consumerism!Bring your coffee or tea and join the Upcycle Craft Club for an easy morning of crafting and commu nity as we divert items from the landfill and choose crafting over consume rism!This month we will be making fairy doors to bring a little whimsy to your garden or yard! We will have a hand full of found items\, natural mat erials like scrap wood from a local sawmill\, fabric\, paint and this and that. Bring whatever you want and create in community! Maybe we will put S ecret Garden on in the background Ohers to consider bringing:Charms\, but tons\, bells\, acorns\, flowers and more!This event is 18+Any questions? E mail us at CraftCommons@ashevilletoollibrary.org. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T183807Z 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:46th Annual Heritage Weekend DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T002108Z UID:70335-1789812000-1789833600@www.blueridgemusicnc.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,music DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate true Southern Appalachian culture and heritage craft at the Southern Highland\nCraft Guild’s 46th Annual Heritage Weeke nd\, with live demonstrations\, music\, and family\nactivities like the on e and only World Gee Haw Whimmy Diddle Competition.\nThe two-day event tak es place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.\, Saturday and Sunday\, Sept. 19 and 20\,\ n2026\, at the Folk Art Center at Milepost 382 on the Blue Ridge Parkway i n east Asheville\, NC.\nSome Guild artisans\, especially blacksmiths\, wea vers\, and woodworkers\, still use no electricity\,\nharvest their own loc al materials\, and color materials with natural plant dyes — all origina l\nheritage techniques learned from generations of family elders and commu nity mentors.\n“It’s my mission to keep these heritage crafts alive an d thriving\,” said Heritage Weekend\norganizer Janet Wiseman\, who is al so a musician and the Southern Highland Craft Guild’s\neducation directo r. \nCraft demonstrations will include:\n-Woodworking with traditional too ls\n-Weaving\, spinning\, and natural dyeing\n-Broom-making and blacksmith ing\n-Stone carving and printmaking\n-Soap-making \nOne of Heritage Weeken d’s biggest draws is the one and only World Gee Haw Whimmy Diddle\nCompe tition at 2 p.m. Saturday\, Sept. 19. This popular contest began the year Folk Art Center\nopened in 1980. \nIn addition\, two local storytellers wi ll amuse guests with cherished folklore and native traditions.\nAsh Woody\ , of Swannanoa\, will perform Appalachian Jack Tales\, or stories involvin g a clever\nboy who employs his sharp wit to outsmart adversaries and othe r impossible predicaments. And\nDavy Arch\, a woodcarver\, historian\, and practitioner of traditional medicine\, will tell Cherokee\nstories and le gends.\nHeritage Weekend guests can also make a variety of crafts with gui dance from Guild members at\nan interactive activity table. \nEntertainme nt Schedule:\nLive Bluegrass and Mountain Music performances on an outdoor stage\nSaturday\, Sept. 19\n10 a.m. – Ash Woody- Appalachian Jack Tale s\n11 a.m. – Michael and Donna Fox\n12 p.m.- Blue-Eyed Girl\n1 p.m. – Split Rail\n2 p.m. – 46th Annual World Gee Haw Whimmy Diddle Competiti on\n3 p.m. – Carol Rifkin and Friends \nSunday\, Sept. 20\n11 a.m. – Davy Arch- Cherokee Stories\n12 p.m. – Nobody’s Darlin’ Stringband\ n1 p.m. – Jonah Riddle and Carolina Express\n2 p.m. – Buncombe Turnpik e\n3 p.m. – Janet Wiseman and Pearl Shirley – Mountain Music \nEvent H ighlights\nWorld Gee Haw Whimmy Diddle Competition\nSaturday\, Sept. 20 at 2 PM\nThe Venue: Folk Art Center\nExhibitions\, a craft shop\, museum\, a nd library\nGrassy picnic area \nFamily-friendly atmosphere\nMountains to Sea Trail\nThe Folk Art Center\, at 382 Blue Ridge Parkway (Milepost 382 ) in East Asheville\, offers free\nparking\, indoor galleries\, and a g rassy picnic area\, making it the perfect spot to spend a crisp\nearly aut umn day. Explore Appalachian heritage\, meet local craftspeople\, and enjo y the beauty of\nWestern North Carolina.\nFor more information\, please vi sit www.craftguild.org or call 828-298-7928. LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T002108Z LOCATION:Folk Art Center\, Milepost 382\, Blue Ridge Parkway\, Asheville\, NC\, 28803\, United States URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/46th-annual-heritage-weekend/20 26-09-19/?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: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:Harvesting Heritage Festival 2026 DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T001842Z UID:10002664-1789812000-1789830000@www.blueridgeheritage.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2026 Harvesting Heritage Festival at the Cente r for Pioneer Life! Enjoy pumpkin picking\, live music\, craft vendors\, h istoric demos\, and more—all set against the backdrop of our Appalachian homestead. \nCelebrate Appalachian traditions at the 2026 Harvesting Heri tage Festival! Enjoy a full day of pumpkin picking\, live music\, historic craft demonstrations\, and guided tours of our pioneer homestead. Shop fr om local artisans and savor seasonal bites from food vendors. Whether you ’re exploring with family or looking for a day steeped in culture and co mmunity\, there’s something for everyone at this one-of-a-kind mountain festival. \nFor tickets and more information\, please click here. \nAfter the festival\, the Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre will be performi ng Singing Mary: An Evening of Appalachian Ballads at 5:30pm. A combo tick et for both the festival and Singing Mary is available. More information c an be found at https://www.pioneerlife.org/event-details-registration/sing ing-mary-an-evening-of-appalachian-ballads LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T001842Z LOCATION:Center for Pioneer Life\, 134 joe young road \, Burnsville\, Nort h Carolina\, 28714\, United States URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/harvesting-heritage-festival-2 026/?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:Heritage Weekend at the Folk Art Center DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T001842Z UID:10000065-1789812000-1789833600@www.blueridgeheritage.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,free,music DESCRIPTION:This free celebration of mountain heritage features traditiona l crafts accompanied by music and dancing. On-going demonstrations will in clude traditional woodworking with traditional tools\, weaving\, spinning\ , dyeing\, broom making\, stone carving\, and printmaking. Visitors will h ave the opportunity to try their hand at some of the crafts and an activit y table will encourage young people to create. A music stage will provide further entertainment with bluegrass and gospel music. There is free parki ng and a grassy area for picnics and relaxation. Spend an early autumn day in WNC honoring and learning about the crafts of yesteryear. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T001842Z LOCATION:Folk Art Center\, Milepost 382\, Blue Ridge Parkway\, Asheville\, NC\, 28815\, United States URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/heritage-weekend-at-the-folk-a rt-center/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:Haywood County Studio Tour DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T000251Z UID:10000094-1789812000-1789837200@www.blueridgeheritage.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join us for the annual Haywood County Studio Tour—a free\, s elf-guided event that invites you into the creative spaces of local artist s across the county. Over the course of two days\, explore a wide variety of studios tucked into both urban corners and scenic rural settings. Meet the artists\, watch live demonstrations\, and discover unique artwork avai lable for purchase. \nWhether you’re an art lover\, a curious explorer\, or simply looking for a creative weekend adventure\, this tour offers som ething special for everyone! \nSaturday\, 10 am – 5 pm\nSunday\, noon – 5 pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T000251Z LOCATION:NC URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/haywood-county-studio-tour-2/2 026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-n c X-SOURCE-NAME:Blue Ridge National Heritage Area X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/destinations/asheville-art- museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Weaverville Art in Autumn Arts & Crafts Festival DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T060226Z UID:10000105-1789812000-1789840800@www.blueridgeheritage.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Join us for the annual Art in Autumn Outdoor Art Festival!\nOv er 100 talented juried artists and craftspeople will fill Main Street with fine art\, unique crafts\, and creative treasures. Enjoy live performanc es from beloved local musicians throughout the day.\n Each year\, we welco me a guest judge from the local art scene. \n \nFor more details\, visit here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T060226Z LOCATION:Main Street Weaverville\, Main Street\, Weaverville\, NC\, 28787\ , United States URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/weaverville-art-in-autumn-arts -crafts-festival/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=ashe ville-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:The Art of Wellbeing: Therapeutic Art Making in the Museum DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062507Z UID:95089-1789812000-1789817400@thelaurelofasheville.com CATEGORIES:arts,wellness DESCRIPTION:Art has the power to heal\, restore\, and reconnect us to what matters most. Join us at the Asheville Art Museum for a guided art-making session led by a registered art therapist\, designed to explore how art c an be a tool to nurture your mental and emotional wellbeing. Whether you ’re a seasoned artist or have never picked up a paintbrush\, come as you are and leave feeling refreshed. Join Alexis for sessions on August 15\, September 19\, and December 19. \nDr. C. Alexis Decosimo is a licensed men tal health clinician\, registered art therapist\, and Doctor of Public Hea lth. She specializes in helping children\, families\, and individuals acce ss healing through blending therapeutic artmaking and evidence-based appro aches including EMDR\, cognitive behavioral therapy\, and person-centered approaches.\nShe believes in meeting clients where they are\, drawing on c reative modalities to open pathways to healing that talk therapy alone may not reach. Her clinical work is deeply informed by over a decade of inter national experience building mental health programs in some of the world ’s most under-resourced settings\, giving her a grounded\, adaptive\, an d culturally sensitive approach to care.\nIn her Asheville practice\, she brings that same commitment to accessible\, ethical\, and community-rooted mental health support to help clients process trauma\, build resilience\, and find their footing through the power of expressive therapy. For mor e information follow: Ashevillearttherapy.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062507Z LOCATION:Asheville Art Museum\, 2 S Pack Square\, Asheville\, 28801 URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-art-of-wellbeing-therapeuti c-art-making-in-the-museum-3/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_c ampaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The Laurel of Asheville X-SOURCE-URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/events/today END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage Weekend DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260920T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062507Z UID:87637-1789812000-1789920000@thelaurelofasheville.com CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Appalachian heritage at this free\, family-friendly event at the Folk Art Center. Enjoy live demonstrations by regional craft artists showcasing traditional skills and techniques\, plus a hands-on kid s’ activity table\, presented by the Southern Highland Craft Guild. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062507Z LOCATION:Folk Art Center\, Blue Ridge Parkway\, Asheville\, United States URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/heritage-weekend/?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&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: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:Maintainers Picnic DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221458Z UID:862-1789815600-1789826400@carolinamountainclub.org CATEGORIES:community,food DESCRIPTION:Each fall\, Carolina Mountain Club recognizes the volunteers w ho care for our trails with the annual Trail Maintainers Picnic. This gath ering is an opportunity to celebrate another year of stewardship\, share s tories from the trail\, recognize outstanding volunteer contributions\, an d enjoy good food with friends who share a commitment to preserving our re gion’s hiking trails. Whether you maintain a section of trail\, lead a c rew\, serve as a sawyer\, or support trail maintenance in another way\, we hope you’ll join us as we celebrate the people whose dedication keeps o ur trails open\, safe\, and enjoyable for everyone. \nLake Julian Pavilion #6 LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221458Z LOCATION:Lake Julian\, 56 Fisherman's Trail\, Arden\, NC\, 28704 URL:https://carolinamountainclub.org/event/maintainers-picnic/?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Carolina Mountain Club X-SOURCE-URL:https://carolinamountainclub.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Sound Meditation DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T191417Z UID:event_316339608@meetup.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Skinny Beats Sound Meditation\nOur weekly Saturday morning sou nd meditation at Skinny Beats Sound Shop! Led by Billy Zanski.\n\nFollow t he link\, click "Reserve A Spot\," and find the date and time for this com ing Saturday at 11am.\n\n[https://skinnybeatsdrums.com/sound-healing/](htt ps://skinnybeatsdrums.com/sound-healing/)\n\n$28/person LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T191417Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/skinny-beats-sound-meditation/events/316339608/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Skinny Beats Sound Meditation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Blue Ridge Mountain Collaborative Project DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T060226Z UID:10001525-1789815600-1789837200@www.blueridgeheritage.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Nine weavers from throughout Western North Carolina collaborat ed on a tapestry honoring the Blue Ridge Mountains. Susan Gaire came to ot her female weavers in Western North Carolina with an idea: Collaborate on a single image\, with each artist weaving her own personality into their p anel of the tapestry. This piece was designed in early 2025\, and weaving took place between October 2025 and March 2026. Weavers were given a gener al color palette\, size guidelines\, and the placement of the three ridgel ines that run continuously across the piece\, but otherwise had full creat ive freedom to decide materials\, technique and embellishment. The result is a nine-panel artwork that tells nine chapters of the same story. This one-of-a-kind\, 7-foot-wide tapestry\, inspired by the Blue Ridge Mountain s. \nAlong with Gaire\, participating weavers are Jacqueline Fay\, Jenny Z ia\, Kathy DeOrnellas\, Anne Berg\, Kathy Dennison\, Madelaine Hairrell\, Stephanie Lyon\, and Betty Hilton-Nash. \nLearn more about this exquisite piece here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T060226Z LOCATION:Mars Landing Arts Center\, 37 Library Street\, Mars Hill\, NC\, 2 8754\, United States URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/blue-ridge-mountain-collaborat ive-project/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaig n=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: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:Mountain View Barbecue DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T002411Z UID:10029692-1789815600-1789835400@highlandbrewing.com CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Classic barbecue in the Western North Carolina-style! Check ou t their website here: LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T002411Z LOCATION:Taproom At Highland Brewing Co.\, 12 Old Charlotte Highway\, Suit e 200\, Asheville\, NC\, 28803\, United States URL:https://highlandbrewing.com/calendar/mountain-view-barbecue-5/?utm_sou rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Highland Brewing X-SOURCE-URL:https://highlandbrewing.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Jazz Brunch DTSTART:20260919T153000Z DTEND:20260919T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260728T160000Z UID:3628@frenchbroadbrewery.com CATEGORIES:drink,food,music DESCRIPTION:Join us for Jazz Brunch Saturdays from 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM!\n\n \n\nSaturdays just got a whole lot more exciting here in the taproom! We h ope y’all will all join us for some jazzzzy\, mid-day spring/summer tapr oom vibes. We’ll have an extra special brunch menu\, craft beer\, mimosa s\, and of course\, beer-mosas\, all alongside jazz music from the talente d jazz fusion trio\, “Four Peanuts”.\n\n\n\nThe group explores both or iginal compositions and zesty covers of tunes you may or may not know. The trio features Alex Taub on keyboards\, Brennan Dugan on bass\, and Joe En right on drums\, and will certainly leave your peanuts salted and boiled t o perfection! LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T160000Z URL:https://www.frenchbroadbrewery.com/events/jazz-brunch-3-2026-05-02-202 6-05-09-2026-05-16-2026-05-23-2026-05-30-2026-06-06-2026-06-13-2026-06-20- 2026-06-27-2026-07-04-2026-07-11-2026-07-18-2026-07-25-2026-08-01-2026-08- 08-2026-08-12-2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campa ign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:French Broad River Brewery X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.frenchbroadbrewery.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reptiles of Western North Carolina DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T183725Z UID:1778780019755-1789819200-1789833600@ncarboretum.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Reptiles of Western North Carolina\nwith Carlton Burke \nSatur day\, September 19  |  12 – 4pm \nBRN – Core \nRegister Here!\n  \n The Southern Appalachian Mountain region hosts an interesting combination of cold-blooded reptiles\, based largely on various factors such as the di verse mountain elevations and the unique forest and other habitat types. S pecies here range from the endangered and threatened Bog Turtle and Timber Rattlesnake to more common species such as the Black Rat Snake and Northe rn Fence Lizard. Participants in this class will learn about the various r eptile species in western North Carolina\, their life cycles and habitats\ , and threats and conservation efforts in place to protect them. In additi on\, some live mountain reptiles will be joining us as special guests. \nC arlton Burke is a naturalist and educator who operates Carolina Mountain N aturalists\, an educational service which offers wildlife and nature educa tional programs throughout western North Carolina. He also was on the staf f of the western North Carolina Nature Center in Asheville for over 25 yea rs as the Curator of Exhibits. Carlton co-hosts a weekly radio program NAT URE NEWS and is also a NC state and federally licensed wildlife rehabilita tor. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to r eceive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We are c ommitted to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the co st of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registratio n here! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T183725Z URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/reptiles-of-western-north-carolina-3/?ut m_source=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:Defiance Cafe DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T062735Z UID:10029637-1789819200-1789848000@highlandbrewing.com CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:A veteran-owned food truck on a mission to give hard-working p eople everywhere access to food that’s fresh\, fast\, affordable\, and d elicious! Check out their website here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T062735Z LOCATION:Taproom At Highland Brewing Co.\, 12 Old Charlotte Highway\, Suit e 200\, Asheville\, NC\, 28803\, United States URL:https://highlandbrewing.com/calendar/defiance-cafe-10/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Highland Brewing X-SOURCE-URL:https://highlandbrewing.com/events 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:ENCOUNTERS WITH CREATIVES – JOHN DAVIS HELD\, ORIGINAL OIL AND P ASTEL ARTIST DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062507Z UID:90027-1789819200-1789833600@thelaurelofasheville.com CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:(FREE) John Davis Held will be available to share his process in creating original oil and pastel paintings\, as he probes the extraordi nary and sacred mystery in his work. \nIn his many travels\, John spent se veral months living in an African Hut before hitch-hiking across Europe to paint the cathedrals\, castles\, and countryside. John’s oil paintings are strongly influenced by the Hudson River School\, the Luminism movement \, and the masters of the Renaissance. His pastels\, with their beautiful pure pigments\, are like no other artist’s. All of his work is known for having a strong sense of light and peace. He currently draws inspiration from the wildlife in Western North Carolina which include visiting bears\, extraordinary birds\, his beautiful wife\, and their four cats. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062507Z LOCATION:Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio\, 51 West Main Street\, Brevard\, NC\ , 28712\, United States URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/encounters-with-creatives-john- davis-held-original-oil-and-pastel-artist/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_med ium=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:ASAP 2026 Farm Tour DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260920T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062507Z UID:94811-1789819200-1789923600@thelaurelofasheville.com CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:ASAP’s 2026 Farm Tour is Sept. 19–20\, 12–5 p.m. Choose from 18 WNC farms to visit over two days. Take a tour\, taste local foods\ , interact with farm animals\, pick your own fruits and flowers\, and so m uch more! These farms showcase the diversity of agriculture in the region\ , from vegetables to animals\, orchards to homesteads\, and are all locate d within an hour of Asheville. The Farm Tour is a family-friendly event an d a great outing for visitors of all ages\, abilities\, and interests. Pur chase your advance pass (good for all passengers of a single vehicle) onli ne for $35. Learn more at asapconnections.org. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062507Z URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/asap-2026-farm-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:Asheville Animal Rights Reading Group DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221507Z UID:3590 CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Animals—loved\, exploited\, endangered\, revered\, killed\, abused—who are they? Can we really know\, and isn't each individual and not a representative of an entire species? Join participants to discuss th ese and many\, many other questions around the furred\, the four-legged\, the winged\, finned\, webbed\, the tiny and the large\, and humanity's int eractions with\, responsibility to and for them. This group takes an anima l-rights based philosophy\, and looks at fiction\, non-fiction\, poetry an d even articles to learn\, to enjoy\, and to figure out how we might be be st of service to helping and saving these species we share the world with. \nReading Schedule\nSeptember: Zoopolis by Sue Donaldson and Will Kymlicka \nOctober: Beasts of Burden by Sunaura Taylor\nPlease note: this group is aware of the intersection of oppressions and strives to find books and art icles related to animal rights and connected struggles—but as an animal rights group\, non-humans are the primary focus. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221507Z LOCATION:1022 Haywood Road\, Asheville NC 28806 URL:http://firestorm.coop/events/3590-asheville-animal-rights-reading-grou p.html?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Firestorm Books X-SOURCE-URL:https://firestorm.coop/events/2576-asheville-animal-rights-re ading-group.html END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:MUSIC AT THE VINEYARD – THE PAPER CROWNS DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221508Z UID:10000293-1789822800-1789833600@burntshirtvineyards.com CATEGORIES:drink DESCRIPTION:Burntshirt Vinyards and our WNC Recovery Wine collection where recently featured by WLOS ABC 13 News\, which you can watch HERE.  In th e wake of Hurricane Helene and its impact on our home here in WNC and the surrounding regions\, we are offering a special Recovery Wine Collection\, including our Rock Bottom Red Wine\, Lake Lure White Wine\, and Bat Cave Red Wine. 25% of the Collection’s purchase price from each sale will be donated to local Fire Departments to support the relief and recovery of co mmunities here in Western North Carolina. Visit our Wine Shop to purchase your collection today. Give back by drinking local\, and Cheers to rebuild ing the WNC together! LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221508Z LOCATION:Burntshirt Vineyards Tasting Room & Winery\, 2695 Sugarloaf Road\ , Hendersonville\, NC\, 28792\, United States URL:https://burntshirtvineyards.com/event/music-at-the-vineyard-the-paper- crowns-3/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Burntshirt Vineyards X-SOURCE-URL:https://burntshirtvineyards.com/hendersonville/events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Darn it all! An Introduction to Visible Mending DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260911T000739Z UID:3675 CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Darning is a form of visible mending using only a needle and t hread. It can be simple or incredibly ornate\, going beyond repair to crea te something totally one of a kind!\nAttendees should bring an article of clothing or other textile (tote bag\, pillowcase\, etc.) with a hole that needs to be mended. Ideal for this project would be a lightweight fabric p iece (not denim). The workshop will begin with a demonstration of basic da rning. Attendees can then try the technique out for themselves! Embroidery hoops\, thread/floss\, and needles will be provided but supplies are limi ted. Please bring your own if possible! This is a skill that requires some manual dexterity but no previous sewing skills.\nIan Grout (he/him) is a queer vegan activist located in Canton\, NC. He spends his days selling fa ncy eyeglasses\, but his real passion is in fostering community. Along wit h his husband\, Ian hosts a twice-monthly queer vegan brunch in Haywood Co unty\, and can be found the first Wednesday of every month offering free c ommunity notary services at Firestorm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T000739Z LOCATION:1022 Haywood Road\, Asheville NC 28806 URL:http://firestorm.coop/events/3675-darn-it-all-an-introduction-to-visib le-mending.html?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=ashevi lle-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Firestorm Books X-SOURCE-URL:https://firestorm.coop/events/2576-asheville-animal-rights-re ading-group.html END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Frios Pops DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T062735Z UID:10029608-1789822800-1789844400@highlandbrewing.com CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Gourmet Ice Pops locally owned and operated by longtime Highla nd volleyball players! Check out their website here! LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T062735Z LOCATION:Taproom At Highland Brewing Co.\, 12 Old Charlotte Highway\, Suit e 200\, Asheville\, NC\, 28803\, United States URL:https://highlandbrewing.com/calendar/frios-pops-9/?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Highland Brewing X-SOURCE-URL:https://highlandbrewing.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Taste of Tampa DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260920T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T062735Z UID:10029649-1789822800-1789851600@highlandbrewing.com CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Taste of Tampa strives to bring the vibrant flavors of the Tam pa Bay area to the Asheville region. Cuban cuisine is always the star on t he menu but their specials go far beyond! Check out their website here! LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T062735Z LOCATION:Taproom At Highland Brewing Co.\, 12 Old Charlotte Highway\, Suit e 200\, Asheville\, NC\, 28803\, United States URL:https://highlandbrewing.com/calendar/taste-of-tampa/?utm_source=caldis covery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Highland Brewing X-SOURCE-URL:https://highlandbrewing.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Girls Who Code DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T184153Z UID:35ik0ec5bfdcf5puesibb98ps8@google.com CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T184153Z X-SOURCE-NAME:wataguacountyarl@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.arlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LR Sports Hall of Fame Ceremony DTSTART:20260919T173000Z DTEND:20260919T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221514Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53196820820772 CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:Celebrate a piece of Lenoir-Rhyne sports history with us. Now in its 49th year\, the Lenoir-Rhyne Sports Hall of Fame Ceremony honors ou tstanding individuals and teams who have made a lasting impact on LR athle tics.\n\nA closed luncheon will be held at the President’s House for all new and current members of the Sports Hall of Fame\, as well as the Teams of Distinction. Following the luncheon\, a ceremony open to the public wi ll be held at 1:30 p.m. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221514Z LOCATION:P.E. Monroe Auditorium URL:https://calendar.lr.edu/event/lr-sports-hall-of-fame-ceremony?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Lenoir-Rhyne University Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.lr.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Drop-In Public Tour DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T002006Z UID:10007424-1789826400-1789830000@www.ashevilleart.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join volunteer educators or Museum staff for an interactive to ur exploring one of the Museum’s current featured exhibitions. No reserv ations are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T002006Z LOCATION:Asheville Art Museum\, 2 South Pack Square\, Asheville\, NC\, 288 01\, United States URL:https://www.ashevilleart.org/event/public-tour-special-exhibitions-2-2 -3-4-4-11/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign= asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Asheville Art Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ashevilleart.org/event/antique-car-show END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Acoustic Jam Session DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221457Z UID:3kst6929er5hqtp7nrlrsrc6gt_R20260718T180000@google.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:All skill levels are welcome! Bring your instrument and jam wi th the Wilkes Acoustic Folk Society\, or come by and listen in. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221457Z X-SOURCE-NAME:wilkescountyarl@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.arlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Show featuring InkAndThreadAndFire at Marion Taproom DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221501Z UID:ujkpgf6qaa5ut64sn33npa51fc@google.com CATEGORIES:arts,drink LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221501Z LOCATION:Mica Town Brewing\n25 Brown Dr\, Marion\, NC 28752\, United State s X-SOURCE-NAME:Mica Town Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.micatownbrewing.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Zuma Coffee Bluegrass Jam Session DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T182433Z UID:66075-1789826400-1789833600@www.blueridgemusicnc.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Every third Saturday of the month\, Zuma Coffee becomes a crow ded bluegrass and old-time music venue. Those who want to get a seat insid e should arrive well before the 2 pm start time. The eager-to-play musicia ns often get going before then\, and the gathering crowd grows large as a result. The jam session is part jam and part stage show. The musicians fac e the audience\, not each other\, as is the customary arrangement at a mou ntain jam session\, and most stand to play rather than sit. All musicians who want to join in and play are welcome\, regulars or not\, and a place i n the line is made available. The jam session is open to everyone and focu ses on old-time and bluegrass music. Listeners are welcome. The coffee is tasty\, and lunch is served… don’t forget the Zuma gold cookies! LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T182433Z LOCATION:Zuma Coffee\, 7 North Main Street\, Marshall\, NC\, 28753\, Unite d States URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/zuma-coffee-bluegrass-jam-sessi on/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=ashevil le-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Blue Ridge Music Trails X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bluegrass Jam with Bruce Threlkeld DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T002332Z UID:69558-1789826400-1789833600@www.blueridgemusicnc.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday afternoon from 2:00-4:00 for some fun s inging\, pickin’ and grinning! \nThis jam will cater to musicians who lo ve Bluegrass music\, in its traditional and non-traditional styles. We wil l focus on songs that feature vocal melodies\, harmonies\, and instrumenta l breaks. Typical instrumentation includes guitars\, banjos\, mandolins\, Reso phonic guitars (Dobroes)\, fiddles\, and a bass\, but we welcome othe r\ninstruments like the dulcimer\, ukulele\, harmonica\, and autoharp\, to o. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T002332Z LOCATION:Cedar Mountain Canteen Public House & Appalachian Cultural Center \, 10771 Greenville Hwy\, Cedar Mountain\, NC\, 28718\, United States URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/bluegrass-jam-with-bruce-threlk eld/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=ashevi lle-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Blue Ridge Music Trails X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Live Mountain Music at the Orchard at Altapass DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T002332Z UID:69933-1789826400-1789833600@www.blueridgemusicnc.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:LIVE MUSIC at the Orchard – preserving history\, heritage & culture\n\nThe Orchard Music Program offers live\, traditional music in su pport of our nonprofit mission to preserve the history\, heritage and cult ure of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our hope is to educate the public about t he Appalachian experience so that these important traditions may be carrie d forward with future generations. \nFor over a quarter-century\, the Orch ard\, as a non-profit organization\, has diligently worked to “save the good stuff”—regional traditions\, culture\, and land on which all was created. \n\nJoin us in our music pavilion this season for traditional mus ic and dancing. \n2026 Schedule \nJuly \n\n\nSAT 25 MCKINNEY REUNION  \nS UN 26 MCKINNEY REUNION  \nFRI 31 ANNUAL BALLAD SWAP FUNDRAISER  \nAugust \nSAT 1 COMMON GROUND \nSUN 2 RANDY FLACK  \nSAT 8 DOLLAR BROTHERS  \nSU N 9 CAROLINA BLUEGRASS STYLE \nSAT 15 GOOD OL’ BOYS  \nSUN 16 SPLITRAIL BLUEGRASS  \nSAT 22 TERRY MCKINNEY \nSUN 23 SETH & SARA  \nSUN 30 COMMO N GROUND \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember\nSAT 5 RUGLIFTERS \nSUN 6 SOUND TRA VELER BAND \nSAT 12 PIGEON RIVER MESSENGERS  \nSUN 13 WILLIAM RITTER  \n SAT 19 ANDREW WAKEFIELD \nSUN 20 SOUTHWIND STRING BAND  \nSAT 26 FERGUSON & NORTHUP  \nSUN 27 RANDY FLACK \nOctober\n\nSAT 3 RHONDA GOUGE & KEEPIN ’ TIME  \nSUN 4 RUGLIFTERS  \nSAT 10 SOUTHWIND STRING BAND  \nSUN 11 BUFFALO COVE  \nSAT 17 BACKLINE  \nSUN 18 WILLIAM RITTER  \nSAT 24 DON PEDI  \nSUN 25 PIGEON RIVER MESSENGERS  \nSAT 31 POSSUM CREEK  \nSUN 11 /1 SAM MCKINNEY & FRIENDS LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T002332Z LOCATION:Orchard at Altapass\, 1025 Orchard Road\, Spruce Pine\, NC\, 2877 7\, United States URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/live-mountain-music-at-the-orch ard-at-altapass-2/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_c ampaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Blue Ridge Music Trails X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Paperhouse Pizza DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260920T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T002819Z UID:10029817-1789826400-1789855200@highlandbrewing.com CATEGORIES:drink,food DESCRIPTION:Handcrafted sourdough pizza and other delicious fare that’s perfect for any occasion. Check out their website here! LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T002819Z LOCATION:Taproom At Highland Brewing Co.\, 12 Old Charlotte Highway\, Suit e 200\, Asheville\, NC\, 28803\, United States URL:https://highlandbrewing.com/calendar/paperhouse-pizza/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Highland Brewing X-SOURCE-URL:https://highlandbrewing.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parker Binns Vineyard DTSTART:20260919T190000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221509Z UID:1057-1789830000-1789840800@www.raphaelgraves.com CATEGORIES:drink,music DESCRIPTION:Trio featuring:\nWalker Astin- Bass & Vocals\nChristopher Ever ett- Guitar\nMill Spring\, NC LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221509Z URL:https://www.raphaelgraves.com/event/parker-binns-vineyard-12/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Raphael Graves X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.raphaelgraves.com/event/wings-n-strings-rockys-ho t-chicken-shack END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NOBODY'S DARLING STRING BAND DTSTART:20260919T200000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221506Z UID:12060@jackofthewood.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Nobody’s Darling String Band plays lively music in the old-t ime tradition at Jack of the Wood Pub every Saturday afternoon from 4-6pm. \n\n\n\nBand Members include Dona Cavanagh\, fiddle\; Zena Rubin\, banjo-u ke\; Maxine Herring\, rhythm guitar\; Hilary Dirlam\, melody guitar\; and Celia Millington-Wyckoff\, bass.\n\n\n\nThe five women comprising Nobody ’s Darling each have a long history of playing old-time music. Individua lly they have played in many other bands through the years\, including The Carolina Oldtimers\, The Pegtwisters\, The Zuma House Band\, Too Hot To C ook\, The Luke Smathers Mountain Swing Band\, Honey Holler\, and The Carol ina Chick Peas.\n\n\n\nStop in to enjoy the music and an afternoon libatio n or two\, perhaps with an early supper or light bite . . . and don't forg et your dancing shoes!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView this post on Instagra m\n\n\n\nA post shared by Uncle Paul (@unclepaul.music)\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps:/ /youtu.be/kkkFP4I_sss?si=gzGWPrV77QLh1-Bg LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221506Z URL:https://jackofthewood.com/events/nobodys-darling-string-band-3-2026-09 -05-2026-09-12-2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_camp aign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Jack of the Wood Pub X-SOURCE-URL:https://jackofthewood.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Book + Art | Fiction and Photos of Appalachia DTSTART:20260919T203000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T002548Z UID:10007474-1789835400-1789840800@www.ashevilleart.org CATEGORIES:arts,literary DESCRIPTION:September’s Book + Art lecture features an author and artist couple\, Stephanie and Jeff Whetstone. Stephanie will speak about her deb ut novel Deep Belly of the Earth a haunting\, intimate story of friendshi p\, marriage\, motherhood and the fierce pull of home set in a Kentucky c oal mining community\, while her husband Jeff Whetstone\, Professor of Pho tography at Princeton\, will speak about his latest collection of photogra phs of Appalachia\, including the one on the cover of Deep Belly of the Ea rth. \nSYNOPSIS of Deep Belly of the Earth\nAva Maynard makes the difficul t decision to leave her small coal mining town in Eastern Kentucky to mak e a life for herself and her son\, Joshua\, in the city. Her husband\, Col lis\, won’t leave the mountains\, even though he has been laid off from his job as a miner. When tragedy strikes\, Ava reluctantly slips back into her spot in this troubled world\, relying on her deepest friendships to g uide her. \nAuthor Bio\nStephanie Whetstone earned her BA at Duke and her MFA in Creative Writing from UNC-Greensboro\, where she was Fiction Editor of the Greensboro Review. She has been a fellow at Virginia Center for th e Creative Arts and Hambidge\, and a Peter Taylor Scholar at the Sewanee W riter’s Conference. Her fiction has appeared in Tulip Tree Review\, Wacc amaw\, Waypoints\, Drafthorse\, the Anthology of Appalachian Writers\, and Narrative. A native of Kentucky\, she now lives in Brooklyn. \nJeff Whets tone imagines rural America through the lenses of mythology and biology. W hetstone’s work has been exhibited internationally and has received revi ews in ArtForum\, Art in America\, the New York Times\, the New Yorker\, a nd the Los Angeles Times. Whetstone earned his MFA from the Yale School of Photography in 2001\, where he received the George Sakier Prize for Photo graphy. A recipient of a Guggenheim Fellowship\, as well as a fellowship f rom the North Carolina Arts Council\, his work is in the permanent collect ion of the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, the Whitney Museum of American Art \, the Nasher Museum\, the Nelson Atkins Museum\, the Cleveland Art Museum \, the Yale Art Gallery\, the New York Public Library\, and the North Caro lina Museum of Art. Whetstone is a Professor of the Practice of Art at Pri nceton University. \nPurchase Tickets\nPre-Order and Purchase Book LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T002548Z LOCATION:Asheville Art Museum\, 2 South Pack Square\, Asheville\, NC\, 288 01\, United States URL:https://www.ashevilleart.org/event/book-art-deep-belly-of-the-earth/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Asheville Art Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ashevilleart.org/event/antique-car-show END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fringe Revival DTSTART:20260919T220000Z DTEND:20260920T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T121851Z UID:4077@frenchbroadbrewery.com CATEGORIES:free,music DESCRIPTION:Saturday | September 19th | 6-9pm\n\n\n\nFree Show | All Ages | Pet-friendly | Drinks + Food On-site\n\n\n\n​Fringe Revival is an Ashe ville\, NC-based psychedelic rock tribute band bringing the sound\, spirit \, and energy of the Psychedelic Rock Era (1966–1970) to life. With a po werful\, authentic approach\, the band delivers faithful renditions of the era’s most memorable songs while shining a light on some of its rarely performed gems.\n\n\n\nFrom Steppenwolf and Cream to The Doors and beyond\ , Fringe Revival’s spirited performances transport audiences back to a d efining chapter in music history. Their carefully curated repertoire captu res the raw energy\, adventurous musicianship\, and unmistakable sound of the late ’60s psychedelic rock movement—celebrating the music that hel ped shape a generation.\n\n\n\nhttps://www.fringerevival.com\n\n\n\n\nhttp s://youtu.be/8bL4yrvCFlA LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T121851Z URL:https://www.frenchbroadbrewery.com/events/fringe-revival-2/?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:French Broad River Brewery X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.frenchbroadbrewery.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Arizona Bay Live Music at Nebo DTSTART:20260919T223000Z DTEND:20260920T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221501Z UID:6thj6c9l69hmab9n68sm4b9k74oj8bb26opmabb271i3ad1ochij2e1pcc@google.com CATEGORIES:music LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221501Z LOCATION:Mica Town Brewing Nebo\n311 NC 126\, Nebo\, NC 28761\, United Sta tes X-SOURCE-NAME:Mica Town Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.micatownbrewing.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fun & easy way to play more tennis (please read event description for details) DTSTART:20260919T230000Z DTEND:20260920T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T004745Z UID:event_316345566@meetup.com CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:PlayYourCourt Asheville Tennis\nWe’re still working to get m ore people into these Meetups\, but our goal is to give PlayYourCourt memb ers a few social tennis outings each week in addition to your practice ses sions and Challenge League matches.\n\nThese Meetups are co-ed\, super lai d back\, and all skill levels are welcome. Post your skill level and a sug gested court in the comments section so we can round up as many players as we can for some tennis fun!\n\nAlso\, if you’re looking to meet new pra ctice partners or play some matches and you aren’t already in the PlayYo urCourt Community\, you can go here to see what we’re all about and sign up:\n\nhttps://www.playyourcourt.com/tennis-community/asheville-nc/meetup /\n\nIf you love tennis\, we’d love to have you! Be sure and watch the q uick video that explains how everything works.\n\nHappy hitting!\n\n- Scot t LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T004745Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/playyourcourt-asheville-tennis/events/316345566 /?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:PlayYourCourt Asheville Tennis END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Raising Cane Premiere DTSTART:20260919T230000Z DTEND:20260920T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T000234Z UID:10002151-1789844400-1789855200@www.blueridgeheritage.com CATEGORIES:arts,film DESCRIPTION:The Cultural Event of the Season Just Around the Corner! \nIn addition to the world premiere of our new film\, Raising Cane\, The Cherok ee and Rivercane\, the program will feature Cherokee elders including Cher okee artisan extraordinaire\, Mary Thompson along with conservationists fr om throughout the region. The panel discussion following the film will inc lude Cherokee elders plus Adam Griffith\, Director of RTCAR (Revitalizatio n of Traditional Cherokee Artisan Resources)\, Torry Nergart of Conserving Carolina\, and land stewards from RiverLink. Members of the Southern Appa lachian Highland Conservancy along with the other conservation groups will have tables in the lobby to learn more about their work. \nFollowing the program\, in the lobby we’ll be serenaded by the Apple County String Ban d as we enjoy locally baked good and drinks furnished by local stores whil e celebrating the Center’s 15th anniversary and 50+ film. \nThe premiere date is Saturday\, September 19th at 7:00 PM at the Thomas Auditorium on the campus of Blue Ridge Community College. \nTickets can be purchased her e. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T000234Z LOCATION:Thomas Auditorium\, 130 Eagles Reach Dr\, Flat Rock\, NC 28731 URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/raising-cane/?utm_source=caldi scovery&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:Feed & Seed Fall Sessions DTSTART:20260919T230000Z DTEND:20260920T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T000251Z UID:10003132-1789844400-1789851600@www.blueridgeheritage.com CATEGORIES:free,music DESCRIPTION:Three bands representing the ongoing evolution of bluegrass in and around Western North Carolina will take the stage this fall at Feed & Seed\, a historic Fletcher music hall where live music\, dancing\, and co mmunity gathering have been part of the place’s rhythm for nearly two de cades. \nThe free Feed & Seed Fall Sessions will feature progressive blueg rass group Finkelstein Three on Sept. 19\; five-piece bluegrass band Backl ine on Oct. 17\; and Western North Carolina-based Upstream Rebellion on No v. 14. All three concerts begin at 7 p.m. and are free and open to the pub lic. \nThis series is presented through a partnership between the Blue Rid ge National Heritage Area’s Blue Ridge Music Trails and the Jazz Foundat ion of America. The two organizations began working together in 2025 follo wing Hurricane Helene\, when the Jazz Foundation sought ways to support mu sicians in Western North Carolina. The Fall Sessions continue that partner ship\, creating paid performance opportunities for musicians while bringin g audiences to a memorable regional music venue. \nFeed & Seed Fall Sessio ns with the Blue Ridge Music Trails: Concerts will be from 7 to 9 pm. \n\n Finkelstein Three\, Sept. 19\nBackline\, Oct. 17\nUpstream Rebellion\, Nov . 14 LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T000251Z LOCATION:NC URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/feed-seed-fall-sessions/2026-0 9-19/?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:Feed & Seed DTSTART:20260919T230000Z DTEND:20260920T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T002627Z UID:6798-1789844400-1789851600@www.blueridgemusicnc.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Music at the Feed & Seed is well known locally and nationally. It is a hot-spot destination for Bluegrass\, Classic Country\, and Appala chian music\, featuring many well-known headliners. Feed & Seed is located in a hundred-year-old feed and seed store. The hall seats 160 people with cushioned pews\, chairs\, and theater seats. It’s a Fletcher staple whe re everyone is welcome\, with a positive\, family-friendly atmosphere. \nC hurch service every Sunday at 11:00 am. \nFeed & Seed Fall Sessions with t he Blue Ridge Music Trails: Concerts will be from 7 to 9 pm. \n\nFinkelste in Three\, Sept. 19\nBackline\, Oct. 17\nUpstream Rebellion\, Nov. 14 LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T002627Z LOCATION:Feed & Seed\, 3715 Hendersonville Road\, Fletcher\, NC\, 28732\, United States URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/feed-seed/2026-09-19/?utm_sourc e=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:Tasty Vibrations DTSTART:20260919T230000Z DTEND:20260920T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T183000Z UID:10029857-1789844400-1789851600@highlandbrewing.com CATEGORIES:drink,music DESCRIPTION:Weekend Live Music\nHighland Brewing’s weekend live music se ries showcases incredible local talent\, regional acts and national tourin g bands from across the East Coast and beyond. Free and open to all ages ( unless noted otherwise)\, it’s the perfect excuse to gather your crew\, listen and vibe to a wide range of genres including soul\, bluegrass\, aco ustic\, country\, folk and more. \nLive music takes place in the indoor Ta proom which includes a tables\, chairs and room for dancing. \nPlease note that coolers and outside alcohol are not permitted on the premises. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T183000Z LOCATION:Meadow at Highland Brewing Co.\, 12 Old Charlotte Highway\, Suite 200\, Asheville\, NC\, 28803\, United States URL:https://highlandbrewing.com/calendar/tasty-vibrations/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Highland Brewing X-SOURCE-URL:https://highlandbrewing.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Federation Bar DTSTART:20260920T000000Z DTEND:20260920T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221509Z UID:1145-1789848000-1789858800@www.raphaelgraves.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Bringing an epic trio to this new spot down the mountain!\nBra d Curtioff- Keys\nChristopher Everett- Guitar\nSpindale\, NC LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221509Z URL:https://www.raphaelgraves.com/event/federation-bar-2/?utm_source=caldi scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Raphael Graves X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.raphaelgraves.com/event/wings-n-strings-rockys-ho t-chicken-shack END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:GRUB EP Release Show featuring Pharmacy and Annalise + her Band DTSTART:20260920T000000Z DTEND:20260920T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T182247Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53987447797877 CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Come support the campus band GRUB and experience the freshest songs from their brand new EP! This live show will also feature the campus band Pharmacy as well as Annalise and her band. The event will take place on September 19 at 8:00pm in the Recital hall in the Kittredge Arts Music building. We kindly request that there will be no alchohol or smoking nea r the building. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T182247Z LOCATION:Kittredge Arts Center\, Recital Hall URL:https://events.warren-wilson.edu/event/grub-ep-release-show-featuring- pharmacy-and-annalise-her-band?utm_source=caldiscovery&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:The High Dive open DTSTART:20260920T000000Z DTEND:20260920T035500Z DTSTAMP:20260917T125033Z UID:111FE12B-F21C-41EB-B0E2-F9462D8958FF CATEGORIES:food LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T125033Z LOCATION:Mica Town Brewing\n25 Brown Dr\, Marion\, NC 28752\, United State s X-SOURCE-NAME:Mica Town Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.micatownbrewing.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Old Chevrolette Set DTSTART:20260920T003000Z DTEND:20260920T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221506Z UID:12002@jackofthewood.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:The Old Chevrolette Set performs old-school country duets with tunes you can two-step to! With vocal harmonies swimming in pedal steel — and classic music from World War II to Watergate — this ain't no je t-set band!\n\n\n\nDavid Zoll and Laura Blackley provide vocals & play gui tars à la George & Tammy\, Gram & Emmylou\, and Loretta & Conway. Tom Pit tman (host of WNCW’s Country Gold) plays pedal steel. The band is rounde d out by a solid rhythm section comprised of Cary Fridley on bass and Dave Perkins on drums. \n\n\n\nWhen you take a ride with the Chevrolette\, it' s always a good time! And George & Tammy would love it!Music 8:30-11:30pm $10 cover at the door.\n\n\n\n\nhttps://youtu.be/Fjjz9qOacCo\n\n\n\n\n\nht tps://youtu.be/PbLsnvXdowQ LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221506Z URL:https://jackofthewood.com/events/the-old-chevrolette-set-7/?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Jack of the Wood Pub X-SOURCE-URL:https://jackofthewood.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Karaoke Night at The Social — East Asheville DTSTART:20260920T003000Z DTEND:20260920T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221522Z UID:event_315946562@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community,free,music DESCRIPTION:Asheville Transplants\n**Grab the mic (or just cheer) — kara oke night in East Asheville.**\n\nThe Social on Tunnel Road runs karaoke e very Saturday night\, and we're claiming a corner of the room for the Tran splants crew. Sing\, heckle kindly\, or just sit back with a burger and a drink and watch strangers become friends over a shared chorus. Zero singin g ability required — genuinely.\n\n**The Plan:**\n\n• 8:30 PM — Meet at The Social (1078 Tunnel Rd). Look for the Asheville Transplants group — we'll grab a cluster of tables before the room fills up.\n\n• 8:30 –9:00 PM — Order food and drinks\, say hello\, and start scheming song choices.\n\n• 9:00 PM — Karaoke kicks off. Put your name in whenever you're ready (or never — no pressure).\n\n• 11:30 PM — Official wrap . Karaoke runs until 1:00 AM\, so stay as long as you like.\n\n**What to K now:**\n\n• No cover charge for karaoke — everyone pays for their own food and drinks.\n\n• The Social is a full bar and kitchen (burgers are their thing)\, open until 2:00 AM on Saturdays. Come hungry.\n\n• Non-al coholic options are available — feel free to grab a soda or not drink an ything at all. No pressure either way.\n\n• Free on-site parking in the lot\, so you're not hunting for street spots.\n\n• It's on Tunnel Road i n East Asheville — about 10 minutes from downtown\, easy drive or ridesh are.\n\n• Singing is completely optional. Some of us are here purely to applaud.\n\n**Why This Event:**\n\nKaraoke is one of the fastest ways to s kip past small talk — nothing bonds a table like collectively deciding s omeone has to do "Total Eclipse of the Heart." Whether you just landed in Asheville or have been here a while\, come solo or bring a friend. We'll s ave you a seat and a spot in the queue. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221522Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/asheville-transplants-20s-50s/events/315946562/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Asheville Transplants END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR