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Culture
🎵 Holiday classics + acrobatics at Cirque de la Symphonie
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🎉 You’re invited to Asheville Design District’s anniversary celebration
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Arts
The Big Crafty returns for two days of creativity and community
Find one-of-a-kind wares at one of locals’ favorite indie arts and crafts festivals.
July 2, 2024
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Grace Powers
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Culture
Asheville’s 1999 time capsule
What was Asheville like at the turn of the millennium? We took a look back at the final year of the 20th century to see what life was like pre-Y2K.
July 1, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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Culture
Introducing our 2024 Picture of the Year contest
We’re almost halfway through 2024 now (whoa), so we’re officially opening up the 2024 Picture of the Year contest.
July 1, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Culture
The ultimate list of Asheville breweries
From small-batch cider and microbrews to the “adult Disneyland” of beer.
June 27, 2024
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Culture
Celebrate the Fourth of July in Asheville
Break out the red, white, and blue — summer’s favorite holiday has arrived in the Land of the Sky.
June 26, 2024
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Molly Wilson
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Culture
Stephens-Lee celebrates a centennial
As alumni of the high school come together to mark 100 years since the first graduation, learn a little more about the school’s remarkable legacy.
June 24, 2024
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Molly Wilson
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Culture
Answered: A little history of your favorite local buildings
Take a quick trip back in time as we look at the unique features of a few beautiful + beloved Asheville buildings.
June 20, 2024
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Molly Wilson
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Culture
Telling a community’s story with Creatives Under Instruction
The program, led by Hood Huggers International in collaboration with a number of local partners, fosters artistic inspiration for youth in the Burton Street Neighborhood.
June 18, 2024
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Molly Wilson
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Culture
Test the waters with local swimming lessons
Whether you’re looking for the little ones or for yourself, these local swimming instructors will help keep your summertime safe and fun.
June 18, 2024
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Molly Wilson
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Inside Asheville Music School’s new recording studio
The AMS Sound Lab dives into the world of electronic music, teaching music production and mixing with programs like Pro Tools, Ableton, and Logic.
May 1, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Food
Where to find the viral Dubai chocolate trend in Asheville
You don’t have to hop on a plane to satisfy your sweet tooth — here’s where to try the internet-famous Dubai chocolate in the Land of the Sky.
April 30, 2025
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Grace Powers
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30+ dog-friendly places in Asheville
Explore these local dog-friendly businesses — everything from breweries and restaurants to where to stay the night.
April 29, 2025
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History
Zelda Fitzgerald Week highlights a slice of local literary history
Celebrate the powerhouse figure of the Roaring Twenties with a series of events about her life and connection to Asheville.
April 29, 2025
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Molly Wilson
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Travel and Outdoors
Celebrate Hot Springs’ grand reopening at Town and Trail Fest
The festival coincides with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s 100th anniversary.
April 28, 2025
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Grace Powers
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City
WNC welcomes more moon trees
Several WNC colleges now boast American Sweetgums that have been to space through NASA’s Moon Tree program.
April 28, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Small Business
The RAD artist starting a new chapter at Cheap Joe’s
Philip and Tina DeAngelo will open Asheville Art Supply in the Cheap Joe’s space following its closure.
April 25, 2025
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Grace Powers
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City
Two WNC locales earn historic designation
Hopkins Chapel AME Zion Church and Marshall High Studios have been added to the National Register of Historic Places.
April 24, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Culture
Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day in Asheville
Take part in special events or visit a local bookstore to spread the literary love.
April 24, 2025
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Grace Powers