Where to dine-in:

• A prix-fixe, multi-course meal that includes autumnal salads, deep fried turkey breast, and sides. We’re talking chive whipped potatoes, herb + sausage stuffing, and braised collard greens. Reserve your spot by calling or booking online.

• The 17th Annual Free Thanksgiving Dinner includes a meal with turkey, ham, potatoes, and all the trimmings. This dinner is catered toward those who might not have a place to go for the holiday. Last year, the restaurant fed almost 450 people and they hope to reach at least that number again this season.

• Chef Terri Terrell will cook this Southern-style, sit-down dinner, featuring a seasonal soup and salad, turkey with fixings like herbed dressing, corn pudding, and collard greens, and dessert. Reserve a table online.

Where to carry-out:

• Choose from a half or whole smoked turkey or chicken for the main dish. Other entrees sold by the pound include smoked turkey breast, Chinese five-spice pork belly, smoked sausage, and veggie BBQ.

• This entirely vegan Thanksgiving offers a fauxcueterie plate with dried and pickled veggies, sides like maple bourbon mashed sweet potatoes, and cranberry orange cheesecake for dessert.

• Make it easy on yourself and get Luella’s Thank-Fully Complete Meal which includes turkey, three family sized sides, gravy, apple-cranberry relish, and a dessert. Or, pick and choose from meats, sides, and desserts.

Photo by @tablewineasheville

Where to shop:

• Grab gluten-free and vegan pies, rolls, and pie crusts.

• Pre-order whole, local hams + turkeys, or grab ready-to-bake pies, biscuits, and any other ingredient you may need handy in your kitchen for the week.

• Pick up a “Thanksgiving Six-Pick,” featuring six wines that are curated to match with any meal.

• Annual Veterans Day Ceremony | Friday, Nov. 11 | 2 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Join The Charles George VA Medical Center for this pre-recorded tribute to our local veterans, featuring keynote speaker Jeff Miller.
• Beatles Cartoon Pop Art Show | Friday, Nov. 11-Saturday, Nov. 12 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Blackbird Frame & Art, 365 Merimon Ave., Asheville | Free | Check out animation paintings from the late artist Ron Campbell — best known for animating Saturday morning cartoons likes Popeye, Scooby Doo, and Rugrats — at this pop-up exhibit.

• Dog Video Fest | Saturday, Nov. 12-Sunday, Nov. 13 | Various times | Grail Moviehouse, 17 Foundy St. #20, Asheville | $12 | Enjoy a doggone good film compilation of unique dog videos at this fundraiser for local nonprofit Mountain Pet Rescue.
• MakerSpace: Interwoven with Nora Mosrie | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Asheville Art Museum, 2 South Pack Square, Asheville | Free | Drop into the studio and experiment with different materials, tools, and techniques.
• Argentinian Asado | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 12:30-4 p.m. | Fonta Flora Brewery - Whippoorwill Farm , 6751 NC-126, Nebo | $85 | Chef Eric Scheffer, owner of Vinnie’s and Jettie Rae’s Oyster House, hosts an afternoon of traditional Argentinian grilling.

• Sunday Live: Steve Lapointe | Sunday, Nov. 13 | 2-4 p.m. | Asheville Art Museum, 2 South Pack Square, Asheville | Free | Enjoy live piano while exploring relics at the Asheville Art Museum.
• Pop Yoga All Levels Gentle Yoga | Sunday, Nov. 13 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Hello Gorgeous, Professional Bra Fittings & More, 61 N Merrimon Ave Ste. 107 , Asheville | $18 | Go for the gentle yoga flow with Jamie from Burning Sage Yoga, stay for the post-class mimosas and chocolates.

• Decadence on Display | Wed., Nov. 16 | 6:30 p.m. | Burial Forestry Camp Taproom, 10 Shady Oak Dr., Asheville | $35.00 | Take a deep dive into chocolate’s role in crafting Pastry Stout during this tasting experience featuring French Broad Chocolate pastries.*

1. Using an in-person scan or an at-home kit, SmileDirectClub creates a 3D image of your teeth that they use to assess your smile.
2. Then, they create a custom aligner treatment plan to straighten it — for 60% less than braces or Invisalign.

• 67º | Stormy | 100% chance of rain

• Two new townhouse projects were unanimously approved by the Buncombe County Board of Adjustment this week. Christ School Townhomes in Arden and Pleasant Grove Townhomes near Weaverville will bring 84 and 40 townhouses to the area, respectively. (Asheville Citizen-Times)

• Join Black Wall Street AVL’s Anniversary Party tomorrow, Nov. 12 at 6 p.m. at 8 River Arts Place. In celebration of the businesses, leaders, and community builders who make Black Wall Street thrive, enjoy food trucks, a DJ, and cash giveaways. 🎉

• Flu and respiratory syncytial virus are circulating our area early this year, according to Mission Hospital and MAHEC. Buncombe County DHHS recommends getting a flu vaccine, frequently washing your hands, and wearing a mask. 🩺 (Asheville Citizen-Times)

• Country music star Luke Combs won Album of the Year and Entertainer of the Year at this year’s Country Music Awards. Luke grew up in Asheville and attended AC Reynolds High School. Listen to the winning album, “Growin’ Up.” (WLOS)

• Did you know? November is recognized as the start of wildfire season in mountain areas. Here are the Buncombe County Fire Marshall’s prevention tips, including having a nearby water source + tools like shovels and rakes if burning a campfire.

• Reminder: Episode one of “The Big Brunch” is available on HBO Max. Watch to see Chef J Chong compete against nine other chefs for the chance at a $300,000 prize. 🍳

• This 4 BD, 3 BA waterfront Adirondack-style lake house sits at the end of a Southpointe cul-de-sac and boasts hardwood floors, two screened porches, a wrap-around deck + a private dock. Bonus: It’s walkable to the community swimming pool, clubhouse, and marina, and is minutes from Morganton’s restaurants and shops. 🏡 *

• Dreaming up a trip to the Bahamas? This Spanish Wells private cottage might just be your new happy place. It’s steps from the turquoise water, fully air conditioned, and is rated five stars. Book it as a January getaway or the best holiday gift ever for $299 avg/night. 🌊*

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