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Don’t waste these opportunities to clean local yard waste

What to do with fall waste in Asheville, NC
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You can drop off your leaves year round in Buncombe County. | Photo by @adamgravett
Grab your rake. It’s that time of year again — when carved pumpkins have seen better days and the autumn colors fill our gutters. In the spirit of end-of-the-year yard cleaning, we’re giving you some pro tips + tricks on what to do with your yard waste.

🍂 Accepted yard waste items
The following items are accepted by Asheville City’s Sanitation Division. To dispose of leaves, brush, and tree clippings, place the items in an open paper bag or container labeled “brush.” Place the container of yard waste items on the curb by 7 a.m. on Monday of your pickup week; do not block the street or sidewalks. See the pickup schedule.
  • Leaves
  • Pine needles
  • Pinecones
  • Shrub trimmings
  • Brush smaller than four feet in length and six inches in diameter
🍂 Leaf drop-off sites
Buncombe County offers leaf drop-offs year round.
  • Buncombe County Landfill | 85 Panther Branch Rd., Alexander | Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. + Saturday 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
  • Leaves can be recycled for the cost of $1 per every two bags; cash, check, and credit cards are accepted forms of payment.
🎃 Compost
Give your Jack O’Lantern a second life. You can opt for valet composting with Compost AVL, a membership-based composting service that allows you to track your compost creation and donate it to local community gardens. Or register for Asheville City’s and Buncombe County’s Food Scrap Drop Off Pilot Program. There are also several compost drop-off locations.

🎃 Feed the birds
Provide the chickadees and cardinals with their own holiday feast and turn your pumpkin into a birdfeeder. Simply cut the pumpkin in half, scoop out the seeds, and fill with birdseed. Tie two lengths of twine around the bottom to hang in your backyard.

Head to Wild Birds Unlimited at 946 Merrimon Ave. to find the best birdseed for your backyard visitors.
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Monday, Nov. 7
  • Frost Moon Fundraiser Gala | Monday, Nov. 7 | 5-10 p.m. | Asheville Masonic Temple, 80 Broadway St., Asheville | $50-$250 | Don an icy ensemble at this fundraiser gala for Firefly Gathering, which features an evening of music, art, and dance.
  • Turntable Supper With Sunil Patel | Monday, Nov. 7 | 6-8 p.m. | Citizen Vinyl, 14 O’Henry Ave, Asheville | $60+ | Local chef and farmer Sunil Patel will serve a multi-course meal of Indian cuisine paired with a broad selection of records, including Indian folk, Paul Simon, and Japanese folk.
Tuesday, Nov. 8
  • Full Moon Eclipse Sound Healing & Chakra Balancing | Tuesday, Nov. 8 | 7-8 p.m. | Skinny Beats Sound Shop, 4 Eagle St., Asheville | $40-$45 | Balance your chakras with healing sounds and restorative yoga poses with Burning Sage Yoga’s Jamie Knox.
Wednesday, Nov. 9
  • Beauty Parlor Comedy: Matt White & Friends | Wednesday, Nov. 9 | 7-9 p.m. | Asheville Beauty Academy, 28 Broadway St., Asheville | Enjoy an evening of laughs with the winner of the “NC Funniest” 2020 competition.
  • Michelle Malone Band | Wednesday, Nov. 9 | 8:30-10 p.m. | The Main Stage, 743 Haywood Rd., Asheville | Enjoy original American country, rock, and blues-infused tunes.
Thursday, Nov. 10
  • Cold Mountain Beer Dinner | Thursday, Nov. 10 | 6-9 p.m. | Event Center at Highland Brewing Co., 12 Old Charlotte Hwy., Ste. 200, Asheville | $100 | The third annual Cold Mountain Beer Dinner features a locally-sourced, winter-inspired menu by the chefs from Bun Intended.
  • Te Ata | Thursday, Nov. 10 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Burton Street Community Center, 134 Burton St., Asheville | Free | Enjoy this free showing of a film about Native American storyteller Mary Thompson Fisher (Q’orianka Kilcher), aka Te Ata, in honor of Native American Heritage Month.
Friday, Nov. 11
  • Dirty Logic - Asheville Steely Dan Tribute | Friday, Nov. 11 | 8 p.m. | White Horse Black Mountain, 105 Montreat Rd., Black Mountain | $35-$40 | Relive the Grammy award-winning rock and roll sounds of “the Dan” with this local tribute act.
  • Godspeed You! Black Emperor | Friday, Nov. 11 | 8 p.m. | The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Ave., Asheville | $35+| Catch this cult favorite Canadian post-rock band perform original songs from their seven studio releases.
  • Kids Only! Gift Making Workshop | Friday, Nov. 11 | 6-8 p.m. | Fired Up Creative Lounge, 26 Wall St., Asheville | $35| This drop-off holiday gift workshop for kids ages 5-12 years old allows them to make their own special holiday gifts.
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Weather
  • 76º | Partly cloudy | 15% chance of rain
Open
  • The Village Pub is now open at 100 Fairview Rd. in Biltmore Village. The eatery offers favorites like burgers, hot dogs, and pizzas along with craft cocktails and local beers. It also boasts a large bar and 18 extra large screen televisions. Check it out Monday-Sunday from 4-12 p.m. 🍔
Civic
  • Four sections of Asheville are targeted for the Urban Centers Initiative. The development plan blends residential, retail, and walking space to minimize the need for vehicles and maximize pedestrian and bike traffic. The four areas are North Merrimon Avenue, Tunnel Road, Bleachery Boulevard, and South Tunnel Road. (WLOS)
Arts
  • “Homesick” by artists Leslie Rosenberg, Liz Williams, and Ethan Schultz is the latest Art in the Heart project. It’s on display through Wednesday, Nov. 30 at Pack Square Park. The sculpture and interactive experience features 12 floating house structures, and includes audio samples on Saturday nights. 🎨
Outdoors
  • November’s full moon — called the Beaver Blood Moon — will rise and eclipse tomorrow, Tuesday, Nov. 8. The moon coincides with the time of year that beavers shelter in their lodges, hence its name. This will be the last total lunar eclipse for the next three years. 🌑 (Live Science)
Regional
  • Domestic herds of wild bison are here in WNC, thanks to Trinity Bison Ranch and Buffalo Creek Vacations in nearby Clyde (~30 minutes west of Asheville). The 72-acre spot is equal parts working farm, a petting zoo, and a vacation destination. Learn more. 🦬 (Smoky Mountain News)
Drink
  • Don’t blink. Buchi Kombucha’s most coveted drink flavor is back for a limited time. Holiday Kombucha is a refreshing blend of sparkling kombucha + fresh-made apple cider with warm notes of cinnamon, vanilla, and cloves. 🥤 *
Health
  • Walk-in, check-in, phone-in, or video-in? Mercy Urgent Care makes getting “urgent” care easy. (And with eight locations, healthcare is never too far away.)*
Shop
  • Meet Rent the Runway, the easiest way to dress to impress (for less) this holiday season. By becoming a member, you can try every style, trend + designer you want — without ever buying a single thing. Bonus: Use code 6AMXRTR for 40% off two months of a membership or one-time rental. 👗 *
Travel
  • Picture this: It’s a regular Monday at the office. You’re skimming your inbox for the fifteenth time when suddenly, an email arrives: ⛵Malta — $400-$500s. With a flash of your credit card, you’ve booked sunny skies + crystal blue waters for this year’s summer vacation. Good thing you got those Scott’s Cheap Flights notifications.*
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Commemorating Veterans Day locally

Commemorating Veterans Day 2022 in and around Asheville
A wounded Veteran connects with a horse at Heart of Horse Sense.
A Veteran connects with a horse at Heart of Horse Sense. | Photo via Heart of Horse Sense
Veterans Day takes place Friday, Nov. 11, and we’re highlighting a few area events to commemorate the brave people who have fought to protect our country.
  • The third annual Honor a Veteran event will be hosted by nonprofit Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry on Friday, Nov. 11 from 12-1 p.m. at four locations across Buncombe, Henderson, Haywood + Transylvania counties. The event will include a free catered lunch and a short recognition ceremony at each location.
  • Marshall-based nonprofit Heart of Horse Sense, will hold its Mane Event on Saturday, Nov. 12 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The event will include hands-on demonstrations, meet and greet with horses, children’s activities, and food. Learn more about the organization’s trauma-informed equine therapy services.
  • The second annual car show at Equinox Ranch takes place Saturday, Nov. 12 from 11:15 a.m.-4:15 p.m. Folks can enjoy a variety of classic rides and community along the facility’s riverfront property in nearby Cullowhee.
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Today’s issue was written by Brook.

Editor’s pick: On the topic of Veterans, they can also enjoy free entry to any National Park Service site on Veterans Day, courtesy of The National Park Service.

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