September 6th Organisfest

Organicfest 10AM-6PM Organicfest is a FUNtastic celebration of everything organic and green! A festive day of live music, organic food and drink, organic and green goods, informative info on organic cooking, gardening, shopping and fun activities for kids of all ages!

Fish the French Broad River

The French Broad River flows right through Asheville and is just minutes from anywhere within a 30 mile radius of downtown. If you don't own a kayak, canoe or a drift boat, it doesn't matter. Some of the best spots on the river are easily fished by simply wading. Give this unique fishery a try this summer. You won't be disapointed and it sure beats sitting at home waiting for the fall stocked trout season to start. Stop by or call any of the three Curtis Wright Outfitters stores for directions to the river, fly patterns that are sure to work, or maybe even a a guided float trip.
http://www.curtiswrightoutfitters.com

Mystery Writer Keith Donnelly in Asheville

September 1 from 2PM-4PM at Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe, 55 Haywood St., Asheville NC. Tennessee author Keith Donnelly will sign copies of his new book, Three Days Dead. In this latest addition to the Donald Youngblood mystery series, Youngblood, a private investigator, must help a troubled teen find her missing mother while dealing with complications from a past relationship. http://www.malaprops.com

Tonight Shindig on the Green winding down

August 29th Shindig on the Green Bring your instruments, families, friends, lawn chairs and blankets for good times at the 42nd. summer season of Shindig on the Green. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the beautiful music and dance traditions of Southern Appalachia on a summer evening in the mountains.

Come Pet a Llama and Vacation on a Farm!

CABIN COVE FARM 3 BD, 2 BA contemporary log home with mountain view, fireplace, hot tub and WIFI. Fully loaded kitchen, all linens, local phone. PET FRIENDLY with 1/2 acre fenced pet area and llamas to pet!. $195-$255 per night, $1170- $1530 per week.

Cabin Cove Farm is a contemporary log cabin rental centrally located in the rolling hills of Leicester on the Northwest outskirts of Asheville NC. COMPLIMENTARY FOR ALL OUR GUESTS: FREE dining coupons at local restaurants, FREE coupons for local activities and events, Gift Bag for the family, chewies and bones for dog guests.

Shoji Spa - 2500 Feet Above Stress Level

SHOJI SPA & LODGE. An outdoor Japanese style hot tub retreat, nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Shoji Retreat is just 8-10 minutes east of downtown Asheville, NC, a favorite vacation area for the sports enthusiasts, nature lovers, and cultural explorers. Since we have opened our doors we have been voted The Best of WNC. The Asheville Chamber has awarded us the 2008 Over-The-Top Customer Service Award and the Sky High Growth Small Business Award. We are Asheville's one and only outdoor hot tub day spa.

For details and packages visit: http://www.shojiretreats.com/

The Wallflowers in Asheville

August 31 from 7PM - 12AM at The Organge Peel, 101 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville NC. As part of the mid-'90s revival of roots-rock, the Wallflowers held a special connection to one of the original inspirations: vocalist/songwriter/guitarist Jakob Dylan. For details and tickets: http://theorangepeel.net/

August 28th Tennis Exhibition Andre Agassi vs. Marat Safin

August 28 Grand Slam Asheville: Andre Agassi vs. Marat Safin 6:30 PM Tennis legend Andre Agassi has joined the Grand Slam Asheville lineup and will take on Marat Safin at this rare exhibition event, which is now scheduled for August 28 at the Asheville Civic Center.

August 29th FREE Wine Tasting

August 29 from 3PM - 6PM at Hops & Vines, 797 Haywood Road, Asheville NC. Kilda by DeBortoli, South Eastern Australia - This is a DeBortoli family project, based in the Riverina region of New South Wales, Australia. The wines are made from predominantly estate-grown fruit using sustainable vineyard practices. These are intended to be friendly, no-frills, highly drinkable wines and a SUPERB value for $7.99! http://www.hopsandvines.net

August 22-24th Goombay Festival at the YMI Cultural Center

August 22-24 Goombay Festival Since 1982, the YMI Cultural Center has presented Goombay! This is a weekend-long street festival with two stages of music, a children's village, and over 60 food and craft vendors. The festival features both popular and traditional music, including African-American traditional gospel and a variety of other styles of African, Afro-Caribbean, and African-American music.

Fireworks from the Asheville Tourists

August 28 at 7:05PM - The Asheville Tourists VS Greensboro. Fireworks Night at McCormick Field. Don't miss the last fireworks night at McCormick Field this season.
Presented by Asheville Savings Bank. http://www.theAshevilleTourists.com

Get on Your Pony and Ride!

SANDY BOTTOM TRAIL RIDES. Fresh mountain air, breath-taking scenery and an old fashioned down-home friendliness greet you when you visit family-owned Sandy Bottom Trail Rides. We are located on a secluded ranch minutes north of Asheville, North Carolina that has been in the family for three generations. Our picturesque trails pass through the high country, scenic mountain meadows and wooded areas. Our rides are perfect for people of all ages and horseback riding abilities. We ride all ages, have no weight limits, and are flexible to meet your needs. One hour to all day rides. Wagon and buggy rides also available.

Restored Mansion B&B $140+ per Night

The Lion and the Rose Asheville restored mansion, rooms & suites with fireplaces, fridge $140-$225 full GOURMET breakfast WIFI, 24hr guest pantry, robes - walk to downtown from prime location in Asheville's historic Monford district. $140-$225 per night

Grand Slam Asheville

August 28 from 6:30 PM-11:00 PM atAsheville Civic Center, 87 Haywood Street Asheville NC. Headline Match: Rajeev Ram vs. Rueben Ramirez-Hidalgo ProAm Match: Ashley Harkleroad vs. MayaBlue Stauffer MacDowell VIP Courtside Seating Available, includes VIP Reception hosted by the Grand Bohemian Hotel and After Party hosted by Steak & Wine. http://www.grandslamasheville.com

Award-winning Author R. Dwayne Betts presents " A Question of Freedom"

August 28 from 7:00 PM-8:15 PM at Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe, 55 Haywood St., Asheville NC. Author R. Dwayne Betts will present his powerful memoir, A Question of Freedom, which chronicles his single and surprising night of bad decisions and his subsequent 8-year prison sentence. Betts uses the experiences from the crime and his time behind bars to explore deeper themes of identity, race, and justice. Betts, a Holden Fellowship Award-winner at Warren Wilson College, is also a mentor to at-risk youth and founder of several book clubs for young Africa-Americans. http://www.malaprops.com

2006 Vintage Release Dinner at The Grove Park in Asheville

August 28 from 6:30 PM-10:00 PM at Grove Park Inn Resort and Spa, 290 Macon Ave., Asheville NC. An evening of spectacular sunset views featuring delicacies created by Chef de Cuisine, Nate Charlier paired with Grove Park Inn signature wines. These wines were hand crafted by master winemaker, Kerry Damskey of Sonoma County, California, Kevin Schwartz the Grove Park Sommelier and Jeffrey Piccirillo, CEC, CFBE. $79 per person (gratuity & tax not included)
http://www.groveparkinn.com/Leisure/Dining/2008_Wine_Dinner_Series/

Gardening Ideas and Inspirations

August 28 - 29 from 8:30 AM-2:30 PM at The North Carolina Arboretum, 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville NC. Two days of expert garden lectures by five highly regarded designers, authors, horticulturists, research specialists and nurserymen will provide participants with new ideas and inspiration. The symposium includes a design workshop and programs on topics including public garden design, new plants from NCSU breeding program, designing with grasses, new perennials from Jelitto and the Human Flower Project. http://www.ncarboretum.org/

Shindig on the Green in Asheville

August 29 Shindig on the Green! Bring your instruments, families, friends, lawn chairs and blankets for good times at the 42nd. summer season of Shindig on the Green -- at our temporary location: Martin Luther King, Jr. Park, Asheville NC. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the beautiful music and dance traditions of Southern Appalachia on a summer evening in the mountains. http://www.folkheritage.org/shindigonthegreen.htm

Grand Slam Asheville

August 28 at 6:30 PM Grand Slam Asheville: Andre Agassi vs Marat Safin. Tennis legend Andre Agassi has joined the Grand Slam Asheville lineup and will take on Marat Safin at this rare exhibition event at the Asheville Civic Center in downtown Asheville NC.

Garden Symposium - Asheville

August 28 - 29 from 8:30 AM-4:00 PM at The North Carolina Arboretum, 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville NC. Two days of garden lectures by five highly regarded designers, authors, horticulturists, research specialists and nurserymen are sure to provide participants new ideas and inspiration. Topics include private and public design experiences, new plants from NCSU breeding program, grasses and designing with grasses, new perennials from Jellitto and the Human Flower Project. http://ncarboretum.org/

Asheville Tourists Thirsty Thursday

August 27 at 7:05PM The Asheville Tourists VS Greensboro. Thirsty Thursday -Enjoy one dollar drafts and sodas all night at the ballpark. Presented by Wild Wing Cafe, Rock 104.9, and Star 104.3. http://web.minorleaguebaseball.com/index.jsp?sid=t573

Art Break- Response amd Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan at The Asheville Art Museum

August 28 from 12:00 PM-1:00 PM at the Asheville Art Museum, 2 So. Pack Square, Asheville NC. Join an Asheville Art Museum Docent on a guided, conversational tour of Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan featuring the bold, colorful and expressive drawings and sculpture of Beverly Buchanan. http://www.ashevilleart.org/

Debut Novel "Beauty" Author in Asheville

August 27 from 7:00 PM-8:15 PM at Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe 55 Haywood St.,
Asheville NC. Malaprop’s welcomes Hendersonville author Mindy Meltz, who will present her debut novel Beauty, a powerful novel about the relationship between a writer and an animal tracker that explores the painful beauty of loneliness and the power of the natural world. 828-254-6734 http://www.malaprops.com

CD signing by River Guerguerian Plus Free performance

August 27 from 7:00 PM-9:00 PM at Barnes & Noble, 83 S. Tunnel Rd, Asheville NC. River Guerguerian's album, Tibetan Bowl Meditation, has been on the charts for 15 weeks. He, along with John Vorus on Didjeridu will be featuring music from this album and other works at an In-Store Special Event.

Adrian Belew Power Trio Performs in Asheville

August 24 from 7:00 PM-11:00 PM at The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville , NC the Adrian Belew Power Trio Performs. A wizard of sonic manipulation and texture, Adrian Belew has been the guitarist of choice for the art-rock crowd, playing with Frank Zappa, Talking Heads, David Bowie, Laurie Anderson, and Nine Inch Nails. He has also fronted a version of King Crimson and sustained a lower-profile career as a solo artist. Throughout the ’90s and into the new century, Belew continued his guitar explorations, either acoustically or, more typically, employing a full range of techno-heavy effects - an approach best summed up by the title of his 1997 release The Guitar as Orchestra. http://theorangepeel.net/

Award-Winning Author Lore Segal in Asheville

August 23 from 3:00 PM-4:15 PM at Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe, 55 Haywood St., Asheville NC - Celebrated author Lore Segal will read from and sign her book, Shakespeare’s Kitchen. A 2008 Pulitzer Prize finalist, this book of thirteen interrelated stories explores the intricacies of relationships and includes the O. Henry Award-winning story, “The Reverse Bug.” Segal has also worked as a translator, essayist, and children’s author, and her reviews have appeared in the New York Times Book Review. 828-254-6734 http://www.malaprops.com

Asheville Tourists' Kids Eat Free and Goodwill Night

August 25 Asheville vs. Greensboro - 7:05 PM Great promotions for the game:

Kids Eat Free
All kid's 12 and under will receive a free slice of pizza and small soda compliments of Papa John's.
Presented by Papa John's

Goodwill Night
All fans who bring three articles of new or gently used clothing will receive a free ticket to the game. Presented by Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina

Bojangles Gift Card Giveaway
Bojangles will be giving out gift cards to the first 500 fans who arrive at McCormick Field on Tuesday August 25th. Each gift card is guaranteed to have one dollar on it. There are others that have more including one with one hundred dollars on it. The gift cards must be redeemed at Bojangles to find out how much is on the card. Presented by Asheville Radio Group and Bojangles

KRAFT Singles Tuesday Night Tickets
Bring a KRAFT Singles package wrapper to any Tuesday home game. Buy one ticket and get one free from KRAFT Singles. Visit kraftsingles.com for details. Presented by KRAFT Singles

Roller Derby at the Asheville Civic Center

August 22 from 6:00 PM-9:00 PM at the Asheville Civic Center, 87 Haywood Street, Asheville NC see live roller derby action as your Blue Ridge Rollergirls duke it out against the Greenville Derby Dames at the Asheville Civic Center. Doors open @ 6 pm, the bout begins at 7 pm. Tickets in advance are $10, available at the Civic Center Box Office and are $12 the day of event. Kids 12 and under are free! info@blueridgerollergirls.com or http://www.blueridgerollergirls.com

Raw Chocolate Party in Asheville

August 22 from 6:00 PM-11:00 PM at The Abundance House in Asheville NC - Come celebrate Delicious Raw Desserts with us -- beautiful sunny weather, laughter & music, and fun in the sun with delicious, vibrant healthy food & your conscious community! All are welcome, whether you're new to raw or have years of experience. WHAT TO BRING: * Your lovingly prepared, 100% raw vegan dessert or chocolate treats for 10 people & your favorite musical instrument (optional).For additional info: http://www. lovingraw.com

Local Author Mark de Castrique at Malaprop's Tonight

August 21 from 7PM - 8:15 PM at Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe 55 Haywood St, Asheville NC. Charlotte author Mark de Castrique returns to Malaprop’s to present his latest mystery, The Fitzgerald Ruse. In this sequel to the acclaimed Blackman’s Coffin, detective Sam Blackman opens a new detective office in Asheville and immediately takes on an eccentric client with claims of a stolen F. Scott Fitzgerald manuscript. De Castrique, a playwright and Emmy Award-winning television producer, is also an adjunct professor at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte

August 22nd Shindig on the Green

August 22 Shindig on the Green - Bring your instruments, families, friends, lawn chairs and blankets for good times at the 42nd. summer season of Shindig on the Green -- at our temporary location: Martin Luther King, Jr. Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the beautiful music and dance traditions of Southern Appalachia on a summer evening in the mountains.

Win an Exclusive Biltmore Food & Wine Excursion

Enter to win a two-night Bed & Breakfast stay at the Inn on Biltmore Estate, featuring a private Winery tour and tasting conducted by Biltmore's winemaker, plus a chef's wine dinner at the Bistro at Biltmore. One Grand Prize Winner will receive a two (2) night Bed & Breakfast stay at the Inn on Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina (inclusive of daily chef's buffet breakfast in the Dining Room, tickets and an audio tour of Biltmore House, and sales and occupancy taxes); a private Winery tour and tasting provided by Biltmore’s Winemaker; a chef’s wine dinner at the Bistro at Biltmore. Total package valued at $1,500. No purchase required. Must be 21 years old to enter. Some restrictions apply.
All entries must be submitted by AUGUST 30, 2009, 11:59 p.m. EST to be considered in the drawing. One winner will be selected and notified by phone or e-mail the week of September 6, 2009.

Birds of Prey SOAR in Asheville

August 22 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM at Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop, 1997 Hendersonville Road, Asheville NC. A live bird of prey workshop with owls, hawks and bird demonstrations and lots more with Doris Mager, reknowned raptor expert. 828-687-9433 http://www.asheville.wbu.com/

Thomas Wolfe Poetry on the Porch

August 21 from 12:00 PM-2:00 PM at Thomas Wolfe Memorial State Historic Site, 52 North Market Street, Asheville NC. Poet and writer Keith Flynn presents a reading and discussion of his works on the front porch of the Thomas Wolfe Memorial. http://www.wolfememorial.com

Southern Energy & Environment Expo in Fletcher

August 21-23 at the WNC Agricultural Center, 1301 Fanning Bridge Rd. Fletcher NC. The 9th Annual Southern Energy & Environment Expo will take place just outside Asheville at the Western NC Agricultural Center in Fletcher. Hundreds of workshops and exhibits to help you live more sustainably and curb your energy usage. The annual S.E.E. Expo provides the general public an opportunity to see and learn about - first hand- the practical and presently available options for utilizing clean, renewable sources of energy, protecting our natural environment and working towards a sustainable economy for the region. http://www.seeexpo.com

Blue Ridge Parkway Hike of the Week

August 21 from 10:00 AM-11:30 AM - Join Rangers for an easy to moderate hike to the summit of Craggy Pinnacle. The 1.5-mile RT hike starts at the Craggy Dome Overlook, MP 364, just north of the Craggy Gardens Visitor Center and Craggy Pinnacle Tunnel. The easy ascent to the almost 6000' summit begins inside a rhododendron tunnel and eventually opens up to provide 360-degree panoramic views. Hikers should bring water, wear good walking shoes, and be prepared for changeable weather. 298-5330, ext. 304

Family Night on the Blue Ridge Parkway Tonight!

August 20 from 7:00 PM-8:30 PM at Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center, Blue Ridge Parkway, Milepost 384, Asheville NC. "A Blast from the Past". What would you do without your computer or video games? Join Rangers to learn about the toys that might have entertained kids before we had electricity. Make and take home a classic Southern Appalachian toy. All materials are provided, and the event is free. Registration required. 298-5330, ext. 304, or 350-3822, ext. 209

The Downtown Independent Groove in Asheville

August 20 - 21 at The Orange Peel 101 Biltmore Avenue Asheville NC . 2 Day Local & Regional Music Festival Thursday, August 20th & Friday, August 21st D.I.G. represents bands from a multitude of prospering genres in Western North Carolina. Independent artists from in and all around Asheville, NC converge on to downtown where the music scene is digging its diverse roots.
http://theorangepeel.net/

August 21st Downtown After Five Concert Series

Downtown After 5 is celebrating its 21st year. The concert series is the 3rd Friday of the month May through September on North Lexington Avenue in downtown Asheville. Music starts at 5:15pm and goes until 9pm.

Last Day For Advance Ticket Sales to Dianne Wortham Theatre

FRIENDS Association Members' Advance Sales Ends August 18. The advance ticket sales period for members of the Diana Wortham Theatre FRIENDS Association in Asheville NC ends next Tuesday, August 18. Take advantage of this member benefit to secure your tickets for the best seats to your top picks. For information about joining the FRIENDS Association visit:
http://www.dwtheatre.com/get-involved/friends-association

Red All Over- Asheville's Tomato Walk August 20th

August 20th Asheville Tomato Walk 5-7PM in Downtown Asheville. Tomato-Themed Tastings, Dishes, and Events.
Downtown Asheville Restaurants

One-man Show: Concord, Virginia at Asheville's North Carolina Stage Company

August 20 - 29 at North Carolina Stage Company 15 Stage Lane Asheville , NC author and performing artist Peter Neofotis presents his one-man show Concord, Virginia as part of the North Carolina Stage Company’s Catalyst Series. The performance also coincides with the release of his award-winning book of the same name, published by St. Martin’s Press. Mr. Neofotis’ book is the winner of the Pirate’s Alley William Faulkner Competition, and the award committee declared “Concord, Virginia is southern folklore genius…” $12 in advance; $15 at door. http://www.ncstage.org

Candlebox Performs at The Orange Peel in Asheville

August 19 - 20 from 7:00 PM-12:00 AM at The Orange Peel 101 Biltmore Avenue Asheville , NC enjoy Candlebox, whose 1993 self-titled debut - released in the midst of the northwest existential musical, cultural maelstrom known as 'grunge' - rose above the grey Seattle mist to global notoriety. They rocked without being labeled or attached to a movement, pure and true to their melodic instincts, and sold six million records in the process. http://www.theorangepeel.net

Spay-ghetti and No-Balls Dinner in Asheville

August 18 from 5:30 PM-08:30 PM at Mayfel's Restaurant 22 College Street Asheville NC enjoy a delicious dinner while supporting Brother Wolf Animal Rescue’s low- and no-cost spay-neuter assistance program. Animal lovers and foodies alike are invited to a sumptuous spaghetti dinner for a good cause. Great food is cooked with love, and Mayfel’s has a lot of love for Asheville’s animals in need! Featuring three course meal, silent auction and raffle, live music, and cash bar. Tickets are $15 per person, children 6 and under $5, and are available at the door, or in advance at Pet Soup Pet Services, 31 Glendale Avenue (828) 808-9435 or online at www.bwar.org.

Asheville Citizen-Times Columnist Lectures in Robbinsville

August 18 from 12PM - !:30PM at the Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center in Robbinsville NC hear the first part of a 3 part lecture series, Lunch and Lecture. Asheville Citizen-Times columnist and naturalist George Ellison will present a lecture on birding. Participants will enjoy a lunch along with the lecture at the Stecoah Dining Room. Reservations required. Phone: 828-479-3364- Email: programs@stecoahvalleycenter.com

Workshop: Flagstone Paths & Patios- Arboretum

August 22 from 9AM - 4PM at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville NC. Stonemason Marc Archambault leads this workshop on building sturdy and beautiful paths and patios using natural stone. The morning classroom presentation covers safety, design and structural issues. The class then moves outside for hands-on experience working with stone. 828-665-2492
http://www.ncarboretum.org/

Hey Day Needs Volunteers and Performers

The Friends of the WNC Nature Center are calling for volunteers, performers and sponsers for the Annual Hey Day on October10. To volunteer or perform please contact the Friends office: 298-5600, ext 319. Business sponsorships for $300 or $500 or a special stage sponsorship for $1,000 are also still available. Call ext. 308.

Shindig on the Green August 15th

Bring your instruments, families, friends, lawn chairs and blankets for good times at the 42nd summer season of Shindig on the Green -- at our temporary location: Martin Luther King, Jr. Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the beautiful music and dance traditions of Southern Appalachia on a summer evening in the mountains.

August 18th Dianne Wortham Theatre

FRIENDS Association Members' Advance Sales Ends August 18. The advance ticket sales period for members of the Diana Wortham Theatre FRIENDS Association in Asheville NC ends next Tuesday, August 18. Take advantage of this member benefit to secure your tickets for the best seats to your top picks.
For information about joining the FRIENDS Association
visit: http://www.dwtheatre.com/get-involved/friends-association

Happy Birthday Blue Ridge Dining Room!

August 16 - Come celebrate the Blue Ridge Dining Room's birthday with brunch for $19.88! With over 70 items to choose from including: Carving station, Made-to-order omelets, Breakfast station, Vegetable & cheese platters, Soups and salad bar, Hot items, Bread station, Seafood Station, Desserts & Ice cream station. Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa. http://www.groveparkinn.com/BRDR-1988/

Shindig on the Green in Asheville

August 15 at our temporary location: Martin Luther King, Jr. Park in Asheville NC. Bring your instruments, families, friends, lawn chairs and blankets for good times at the 42nd. summer season of Shindig on the Green. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the beautiful music and dance traditions of Southern Appalachia on a summer evening in the mountains. http://www.folkheritage.org/shindigonthegreen.htm

Take a Sneak Peak at Asheville's Tomato Walk

Restaurants included on Ahseville's Tomato Walk on August 20 will include: Bistro 1896, Bouchon, Early Girl Eatery, ED Boudreaux's Bayou Bar-B-Que, Laurey's Catering and Gourmet to go, The Lobster Trap, The Market Place, Posana Cafe' and Rosetta's Kitchen.

Some of the menu details: Laurey’s and Bouchon will offer tomato samples on the street. At the Lobster Trap, choose from dishes featuring local tomatoes including warm tomato tart, lobster gazpacho and a Sangrita cocktail. Lobster Trap guests who order entrees get complimentary shrimp with cocktail sauce made from local tomatoes and peppers. Early Girl Eatery will offer dishes such as spinach potato cakes with tomato gravy. Other restaurants, such as Rosetta’s, will offer a variety of samples too. For more event details visit: http://www.asapconnections.org/

FREE Mead Tasting in Asheville

August 14 from 4-7PM at Hops & Vines, 797 Haywood Rd. Ste 100 West Asheville NC. Fox Hill Meads is Western North Carolina's only meadery producing award winning meads using local honey and ingredients. Jason, owner of Fox Hill Meadery will be here to pour the mead and tell you more about his products:

Blackberry Honey Wine (mead) is a light, refreshing, fruity style
Traditional Mead is made from multiple honey varieties and is aged with oak
Ginger-Apricot Honey Wine (mead) is a meld of ginger spice, apricot, and honey sweetness
Spiced Mead blend is our most popular mead
Special Reserve Mead is a big, strong, complex honey wine

828-252-5275 or http://www.hopsandvines.net

Art Break, Cherokee Carvers: Tradition Renewed

August 14 from 12PM - 1PM at the Asheville Art Museum 2 So. Pack Square Asheville NC join Asheville Art Museum Curator, Frank Thomson, on a guided tour of the exhibition Cherokee Carvers: Tradition Renewed! Cherokee Carvers: Tradition Renewed will examine different aspects of late 20th and early 21st century Cherokee carving. It will include vintage photographs, ritual objects, functional wares and pieces designed to be sold to tourists and collectors. The exhibition will include both stone and wood carvings and focuses on artists working in Western North Carolina today. http://www.ashevilleart.org/

Blue Ridge Parkway Hike of the Week

August 14 from 10AM - 12PM, Blue Ridge Parkway near Asheville. Join Rangers for an easy to moderate, 2-mile hike on the Graveyard Fields Loop Trail. The 2-hour hike in search of tasty wild blueberries will start at the Graveyard Fields Overlook at MP 418.8 on the Parkway. Hikers should bring water, sunscreen, and a small Ziploc bag; wear good walking shoes; and be prepared for changeable weather. 298-5330, ext. 304

Carolinas' Nature Photography Association Exhibit

August 14 - Nov 15 at The North Carolina Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way Asheville NC. Nature’s art comes to life during a special exhibit featuring works by members of the Carolinas’ Nature Photographers Association at The North Carolina Arboretum’s Education Center. The exhibit promotes an appreciation of our natural gifts and treasures. http://www.ncarboretum.org

Robert Crystal - New Works: Murals in Asheville

August 14 at the Grovewood Gallery, 111 Grovewood Road Asheville NC. New Works: Murals, by Cornwall, Vermont artist Robert Crystal, opens August 14 in Grovewood’s Spotlight Gallery. Dynamic wall pieces of various sizes and glaze combinations will be featured in this solo exhibition. All of Crystal’s work is of stoneware clay, high-fired in a gas reduction kiln. In addition to large murals, Crystal’s handmade, functional and decorative pottery will also be on display. An artist’s reception, open to the public, will be held on Saturday, August 15 from 11am – 2pm. http://www.grovewood.com/

The Blue Ridge Parkway's Family Night near Asheville

August 13 from 7PM to 8:30PM at the Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center, Blue Ridge Parkway, Milepost 384 Asheville NC join Rangers for a fun night of "Jeopardy"! Learn about the Parkway's Pisgah District, and afterward, show your expertise of Blue Ridge Parkway facts during a game of Parkway Trivia Challenge. The kid-friendly event is free, but registration is required. 298-5330, ext. 304, or 350-3822, ext. 209

David J. Williams, acclaimed science fiction writer book signing

August 13 a 7PM - 8:15PM at Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe 55 Haywood St. Asheville NC acclaimed science fiction author David J. Williams will read from and sign his book, Burning Skies, a futuristic thriller concerning a fiendish plot from the cyber terrorism group, Autumn Rain. Williams, a Yale graduate and former video game programmer, has received praise for his complex and detailed world-building, and his ability to craft realistic characters and political intrigue. 828-254-6734

Everyone Cooks! weekly cooking classes at Warren Wilson College

August 13 from 5:15 to 7:15 at Warren Wilson College College, 701 Warren Wilson Road off Hwy 70, Swannanoa NC take a weekly cooking class featuring healthy recipes, cooking tips, delicious flavors and new product tastings. Call 828-273-6542 and celebrate local foods using classic and ethnic recipes in a warm and casual atmosphere. Ransom Service Learning Center with Michael Gentry, The Sustainable Gourmet. $15

Find Out What's New at the Arboretum

August 13 from 1:30 to 2:30 PM at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville NC join an Arboretum horticulturist on a walk focusing on new features in the gardens. The tour starts at the Baker Exhibit Center lobby. North Carolina Arboretum, 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville NC. http://www.ncarboretum.org/

Collections Walk: Art in the Garden

August 12 - Education and fun in an informative walk at The North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville. From 1PM - 2PM join the Arboretum’s Director of Design-Clara Curtis, for the informative walk: Collections Walk: Art in the Garden. Free. North Carolina Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way Asheville NC
http://www.ncarboretum.org/

Flower Carpet at The Biltmore

August 14 - 30 at The Biltmore in Asheville NC the Flower Carpet is a must-see! This 14,400-square-foot design features thousands of plants woven together on the South Terrace of Biltmore House to form a one-of-a-kind lush floral carpet. This imaginative twist features colorful summer blooms covering the ground in a design that reflects a fleur-de-lis motif. Visitors may view the Flower Carpet during the day as part of their visit to Biltmore, or in the evening for an extra special experience complete with romantic lighting, live jazz music and candlelight tours through Biltmore House. http://www.biltmore.com/

This Frontier Needs Heroes at Bobo Gallery in Asheville

August 12 from 8PM - 11:30 PM at BoBo Gallery 22 Lexington Avenue Asheville NC - This Frontier Needs Heroes is an American Folk duo of brother and sister Brad and Jessica Lauretti from Brooklyn NY formed in 2007. Now on tour across the US and Europe in support of their self released debut record, available on itunes in July, they are searching for mind blowing experiences of heroic proportions! http://www.thisfrontierneedsheroes.com

Restored Mansion B&B in the Heart of Asheville

The Lion and the Rose Asheville restored mansion, rooms & suites with fireplaces, fridge $140-$225 full GOURMET breakfast WIFI, 24hr guest pantry, robes - walk to downtown from prime location in Asheville's historic Monford district. $140-$225 per night.

This beautiful pink lady, sitting at the top of a sloping lawn and gardens, offers privacy and enchantment amid luxurious surroundings. The Lion and the Rose Bed & Breakfast is a place where you can indulge your romantic fantasies, enjoy decadent gourmet breakfasts, and relish in the comfort of luxury linens and feather beds.

Astrologer and Mythologist, Kelley Hunter, Ph.D. in Asheville

August 12 from 7PM - 8:15 at Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe 55 Haywood St. Asheville NC noted astrologer and mythologist M. Kelley Hunter will discuss her Ph.D. studies in philosophy, cosmology, and myth as well as her books Living Lilith: Four Dimensions of the Cosmic Feminine and Black Moon Lilith. Hunter’s articles have appeared in a number of publications and she speaks at conferences for psychology, astrology, and holistic programs both at home in the United States and abroad. 828-254-6734 http://www.malaprops.com

Collections Walk: Art in the Garden

August 12 from 1PM - 2PM at the North Carolina Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way
Asheville NC join the Arboretum’s Director of Design-Clara Curtis, for the informative walk: Collections Walk: Art in the Garden. Free. http://www.ncarboretum.org/

4th Annual Leicester Studio Tour

August 15 - 16 The works and workshops of more than two dozen creative women and men will be featured in the 4th annual Come To Leicester Studio Tour. The free, self-guided tour will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15, and Sunday, Aug. 16. Copies of the detailed tour map will be available at every stop along the tour, and the map is also available on the Cometoleicester.com website for advanced planning. For tour information, call (828) 683-2459.

Volunteers needed for RiverLink fundraiser Downtown After 5!

Volunteers are needed to help collect money from public to park in HomeTrust Bank parking lot for Downtown After 5 event (August 21) with all proceeds going to RiverLink. Listen to some great tunes from the Silas Durocher & Everybody Knows, Radasaurus Rex & Pimps of Joytime! To volunteer, please contact Rachel Doebber, Volunteer Outreach Coordinator volunteer@riverlink.org or (828) 252-8474 ext. 118.

Biltmore Summer Savings

Save $8.00 on tickets. Buy your tickets online & save up to $8 off gate admission. Offer valid for visits through September 7. http://www.biltmore.com/buy_ticket/admission.asp

Kids Visit Free through Labor Day (Now through September 7) Guests 16 and younger are admitted for free with a paying adult.

$199 Inn on Biltmore Estate Special - Take that last-minute getaway to the only accommodations on Biltmore’s estate. Web specials start at $199 midweek. Valid on select dates this summer. http://www.biltmore.com/stay/rates/default.asp

Gardening in the Mountains with Mushrooms

August 11 from 10AM - 11:30 AM at the North Carolina Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way Asheville NC. "Gardening in the Mountains" is a free lecture and demonstration on a gardening topic appropriate to the time of year. Programs run between 45 to 75 minutes in length and are presented by one or two Buncombe County Master Gardeners. http://www.ncarboretum.org/

SPIRIT MOUNTAIN SANCTUARY. 1+ bd, 1 bath with mountain VIEWS, wood-burning fireplace and firewood, walking trails, guest robes, picnic baskets, BBQ grill, rockers, hammock, hot tub, Reiki Sessions on site. $175-$215 night, $1050 - $1290 week.

If you're looking for an environment to relax, restore and renew your Spirit, then Spirit Mountain Sanctuary near Asheville, North Carolina is the place you're looking for. We are tucked away on 44 acres of peaceful mountain land, ranging between a 3,200 to 4,200 foot elevation. Our water source is pure natural spring mountain water.

Coffee Morning at Asheville Wild Birds Unlimited Store

August 11 from 9AM - 11AM at Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop 1997 Hendersonville Road Asheville NC. A morning to enjoy and taste some of our shade grown, bird friednly coffee along with home made cookies. 828.687.9433 http://www.asheville.wbu.com/

Asheville International Children's Film Festival Night at AAC!

August 10 from 7PM - 8:30PM at Asheville Arts Center 308 Merrimon Ave Asheville NC. The Asheville International Children’s Film Festival on tour program will be bringing some of their very special films to the Asheville Arts Center back to school movie night. “What better way to celebrate going back to school than with an awesome movie experience,” said Tim Arem, Artistic Director of the film festival. The screenings will include some of our favorite Rabbit Ears, some short films from Little pearls along with a surprise or two. 828-253-4000 http://www.ashevilleartscenter.com/

20 Years High and Rising Tour: De La Soul

August 9 - 10 8PM - 12:00AM at The Orange Peel 101 Biltmore Avenue Asheville , NC. At the time of its 1989 release, De La Soul's debut album, 3 Feet High and Rising, was hailed as the future of hip-hop. With its colorful, neo-psychedelic collage of samples and styles, plus the Long Island trio's low-key, clever rhymes and goofy humor, the album sounded like nothing else in hip-hop.When describing their new material, group member Posdnous said “We always think things through and put quality into anything we do ’ we never look to just take the cheque and run."

Featured Authors from Kakalak 2009: Anthology of Carolina Poets

August 9 3PM - 4:15PM at Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe 55 Haywood St. Asheville , NC hear readings by contributors to the Kakalak 2009 Anthology of Carolina Poets. This annual anthology features the best new poetry written by natives and residents of North and South Carolina. 828-254-6734 http://www.malaprops.com

Eat Well, Live Well Whole-Foods Cooking Class in Asheville

August 10 6:30 - 8:30 at Earth Fare in South Asheville NC offers a dynamic whole-foods cooking class. Our "Farm to Table" menu will include local Sunburst Trout, a variety of summer vegetables, and a homemade vegan cobbler for dessert. During this class you will learn how eating local, seasonally-grown whole-foods benefit your overall health and well-being. Feed your body, mind and soul! This class is approximately 90 minutes and includes hearty samplings. For reservation call 828-335-0509 - http://www.wendytran.com/

Transfigurations 2009 at The Dianne Wortham Theatre in Asheville

August 14 - 15 at The Dianne Wortham Theatre in Asheville NC Harvest Records of West Asheville will be celebrating its 5-year anniversary with TRANSFIGURATIONS -- an intimate gathering of Harvest's favorite musical artists today. http://www.dwtheatre.com

Asheville Area Cabin in Santuary-like Setting

HERON CABIN 2+ bedrooms, 1 bath. quaint cabin in sanctuary-like setting with creeks, massage, trails, gazebo, WIFI .Adjoining unit available -both units $175 nt. $95 per night, $570 per week $800 for two weeks, $1100 per month.

Volunteer Information Session for Riverlink in Asheville

Asheville 12 at 10AM and 5PM at the Riverlink Offices in Asheville NC. The information session will detail all of RiverLink's volunteer positions in a 30 minute Powerpoint presentation. Volunteers will have a chance to fill out a volunteer application, and the Volunteer Coordinator will be available to answer questions and help volunteers find their best fit at RiverLink. 828) 252-8474 ext. 118 http://www.riverlink.org

River District Artists Summer Invitational Exhibit and Reception

August 7th 5PM - 8PM in the Showroom of Private Mountain Communities at 1 Page Avenue Suite 150 Grove Arcade, Asheville NC the River District Artists Summer Invitational Exhibit and Reception will be hosted by Private Mountain Communities Founder Harry Redfearn and Partner Janet Whitworth.

Selected paintings, functional and decorative ceramics, jewelry and textiles are on view and represent only a sampling of the breadth and depth of quality art available a stone's throw from downtown. The exhibit honors and celebrates the interweaving of regional activities and spirit of mutual promotion that makes Asheville thrive. The Reception will take place during the Asheville Downtown Gallery Association's Art Walk. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Janet Whitworth at 828-210-1251

Asheville Wine and food Festival TODAY!

August 8 from 4PM - 7PM at The Asheville Outdoor Center in Asheville NC. Wine, food, music: An Evening By the River. Informational and fun activities plus wines from 7 local wineries and food from 5 local restaurants and farms. The cost is only $10.00 per person. This event is sponsored by Slow Food Asheville, RiverLink, Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project, Asheville Outdoor Center and WNC Magazine. http://www.ashevillewineandfood.com/

River District Artists Summer Invitational Exhibit and Reception

August 7th 5PM - 8PM in the Showroom of Private Mountain Communities at 1 Page Avenue Suite 150 Grove Arcade, Asheville NC the River District Artists Summer Invitational Exhibit and Reception will be hosted by Private Mountain Communities Founder Harry Redfearn and Partner Janet Whitworth.

Selected paintings, functional and decorative ceramics, jewelry and textiles are on view and represent only a sampling of the breadth and depth of quality art available a stone's throw from downtown. The exhibit honors and celebrates the interweaving of regional activities and spirit of mutual promotion that makes Asheville thrive. The Reception will take place during the Asheville Downtown Gallery Association's Art Walk. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Janet Whitworth at 828-210-1251

Asheville Quilt Guild Annual Show Aug 7-9

August 7-9 at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville NC. The NC Arboretum hosts the Asheville Quilt Guild’s popular annual show, a juried event featuring more than 250 quilts of exceptional craftsmanship from across the U.S. and worldwide. The three-day show offers live demonstrations, a merchant’s mall and more!
828-665-2492

Reigning Sound Performs in Asheville

August 6 doors open at 8PM at Grey Eagle in Asheville NC. Reigning Sound was formed in 2001 by Memphis, TN garage-punk legend Greg Cartwright (vocals/guitar), who is also known for his previous bands The Compulsive Gamblers and The Oblivians. After Cartwright relocated his family to Asheville, N.C. in 2004, bassist David Wayne Gay, drummer Lance Wille and keyboardist Dave Amels joined him to complete the new line-up.
For tickets call: 828-232-5800

CABIN COVE FARM 3 BD, 2 BA contemporary log home with mountain view, fireplace, hot tub and WIFI. Fully loaded kitchen, all linens, local phone. PET FRIENDLY with 1/2 acre fenced pet area and llamas to pet!. $195-$255 per night, $1170- $1530 per week.

Just pack your kids, pets, clothes and personals and stay at our contemporary log cabin for an unforgettable experience!

Asheville Tailgate Markets - Reconnect with the Land!

More than 10 Tailgate Markets in and near Asheville NC are open regularly with fresh local farm produce and other foods. Top local chefs visit local tailgate markets and farms weekly to serve their customers fresh mountain-grown produce. Local farmers are also raising free-range, hormone-free beef, pork and lamb and bringing back heirloom fruits and vegetables. There’s nothing like biting into a tomato bred for flavor instead of one engineered to survive a cross-country trip! For Locations and operating times: http://www.climbeverymountain.com/asheville_nc.htm

Shindig on the Green an Asheville Favorite

August 8 enjoy the SHINDIG ON THE GREEN in Asheville NC. Bring your instruments, families, friends, lawn chairs and blankets for good times at the 42nd. summer season of Shindig on the Green -- at our temporary location: Martin Luther King, Jr. Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the beautiful music and dance traditions of Southern Appalachia on a summer evening in the mountains. http://www.folkheritage.org/shindigonthegreen.htm

Under The Stars at WNC Nature Center

August 7-8 at WNC Nature Center in Asheville NC come enjoy an evening of fun, food and folly as we camp all night under the stars. 6PM arrival - programming begins 7PM Friday and ends 8:30AM on Saturday. Call now to make a reservation - we only have a few spots left.
Contact Keith Mastin at 828-298-5600, ext 305.