BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Asheville: arts\, tonight (Thu Sep 17 from 5:00 PM\, America/N ew_York). Rolling: the window moves forward every day\, so subscribe rathe r than download. Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldis covery.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains informatio n from CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/asheville-nc/tonight-arts.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT12H REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT12H X-WR-CALDESC:Asheville: arts\, tonight (Thu Sep 17 from 5:00 PM\, America/ New_York). Rolling: the window moves forward every day\, so subscribe rath er than download. Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldi scovery.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains informati on from CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:Asheville · arts · tonight · 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: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: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: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:Third Thursday | DJ Phantom Pantone DTSTART:20260917T210000Z DTEND:20260918T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062706Z UID:95086-1789664400-1789678800@thelaurelofasheville.com CATEGORIES:arts,drink,music DESCRIPTION:Every Third Thursday\, the Museum comes alive with an evening filled with music\, tours\, art making\, special cocktails in our rooftop café\, and more! \nEnjoy an evening of live music with DJ Phantom Pantone on the Museum’s rooftop overlooking Mount Pisgah • Perspective Café and Sculpture Terrace\, level 4 LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062706Z LOCATION:Asheville Art Museum\, 2 S Pack Square\, Asheville\, 28801 URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/third-thursday-dj-phantom-panto ne-3/?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:Rock Painting Night DTSTART:20260917T210000Z DTEND:20260917T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T183227Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53978372755428 CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join Student Activities in painting fun and pretty designs ont o rocks! LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T183227Z LOCATION:Glad Tree URL:https://events.warren-wilson.edu/event/rock-painting-night-7945?utm_so urce=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:From Maker to Musician: An Evening with Brandon Johnson & William Ritter DTSTART:20260917T220000Z DTEND:20260918T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T002054Z UID:71228-1789668000-1789677000@www.blueridgemusicnc.com CATEGORIES:arts,music DESCRIPTION:From Maker to Musician: An Evening with Brandon Johnson & Will iam Ritter with handmade Appalachian Box Camera portraits by artist Sam Br own\n\n\n\nJoin us Thursday\, September 17 at 7:00 PM for a special eveni ng with Brandon Johnson and William Ritter.  Johnson\, a violin maker and old-time and bluegrass musician\, and Ritter\, a multi-instrumentalist an d ballad singer\, are currently featured in the “Making Music in the Val ley” exhibition in the Owen Gallery at Toe River Arts.  The evening wil l begin with a walkthrough of the exhibition at 7:00 PM\, followed by a co ncert at 7:15 PM showcasing instruments on display in the exhibition. Bran don and William will perform and share insights into the tradition\, commu nity\, and craft of instrument making.\n\n\n\nPhotographer Sam Brown wi ll be on the patio with his handmade Appalachian Box Camera making 5×7” portraits throughout the evening. Sitting is free and begins at 6pm. Fini shed portraits can be purchased at the Toe River Arts Gallery on Saturday September 19th. All proceeds will support Toe River Arts.\n\n\n\n\nTickets are $15 per person. Purchase tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/49bh24ad LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T002054Z LOCATION:Owen Gallery\, 269 Oak Avenue\, Spruce Pine\, 28777\, United Stat es URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/from-maker-to-musician-an-eveni ng-with-brandon-johnson-william-ritter/?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:Art Opening DTSTART:20260917T220000Z DTEND:20260917T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T001956Z UID:10050954-1789668000-1789673400@www.ashevilleschool.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:The works of Thurston Smith. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T001956Z URL:https://www.ashevilleschool.org/event/art-opening/?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Asheville School X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ashevilleschool.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Stitch & Bitch DTSTART:20260917T230000Z DTEND:20260918T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260909T001919Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53923308353275 CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Come join us at the QRC to craft and yap together! LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T001919Z LOCATION:Sunderland\, 007 URL:https://events.warren-wilson.edu/event/stitch-bitch?utm_source=caldisc overy&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Warren Wilson College Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.warren-wilson.edu END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR