Editor Laura here. January may be one of the slowest times of the year, but there’s still plenty of fun to be had. Start your MLK Day celebrations early with Saturday’s Prayer Breakfast — or let an impressive lineup of local musicians serenade you at Sunday’s Coverfest II, a benefit concert at The Grey Eagle.
If you’re like me, you may also have a bit of a murder mystery bug since watching the new Glass Onion movie. Here’s a local opportunity to put on your detective cap: the Interactive Murder Mystery Night, which takes place this Friday at Ginger’s Revenge-South Slope.
Keep on reading for a roster of great local events, from a star gaze to a pet adoption event.
Friday, Jan. 13
Haywood Common 5 Year Anniversary | Friday, Jan. 13 | 5 p.m. | Haywood Common, 507 Haywood Rd., Asheville | Free | Celebrate five years of magic at Haywood Common with specials on oysters and cava pours.
Star Gaze | Friday, Jan. 13 | 5:30-11:30 p.m. | Grassland Mountain Observatory, 2892 Grassland Pkwy., Marshall | Free | Join the Astronomy Club of Asheville at this public star gaze.
AVL Underground Comedy: Kenyon Adamcik | Friday, Jan. 13 | 8-10 p.m. | GiGi’s Underground, 122-002 College St., Asheville | $15 | Kenyon is a regular at the Laugh Factory Chicago and Zanie’s and brings a unique perspective to the stage that has “left audiences at clubs and festivals in ruins all over the country.”
Fireside Friday | Friday, Jan. 13 | 5:30-9 p.m. | Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins, 9 Midnight Dr., Asheville | Free | Enjoy a campfire, s’mores, and variety of beverages — and bring your own instrument for an open jam session.
Saturday, Jan. 14
MLK Day Prayer Breakfast | Saturday, Jan. 14 | 8 a.m. | Crowne Plaza Resort, 1 Resort Dr., Asheville | $15-$350 | This annual prayer breakfast will feature words from Fletcher Mayor Preston Blakely and best-selling author Andrew Aydin.
Native Plant Seed Swap | Saturday, Jan. 14 | 3 p.m. | Hi-Wire Brewing RAD Beer Garden, 284 Lyman St., Asheville | Free | Gather with fellow gardeners and plant experts for a native seed swap.
Adoption Event with Mountain Pet Rescue | Saturday, Jan. 14 | 1-4 p.m. | 12 Bones Brewing, 2350 Hendersonville Rd., Arden | Free | Enjoy a brew and get to know local pets that are ready for adoption.
Sunday, Jan. 15
Jettie Rae’s Oyster Roast | Sunday, Jan. 15 | 1-6 p.m. | Jettie Rae’s Oyster House, 143 Charlotte St, Asheville | $80 | Tickers include all-you-can-eat James River oysters, two drinks, plus Lowcountry-style snacks like cod fritters, pimento cheese and crackers, and shrimp dip.
Awakening Love | Sunday, Jan. 15 | 2 p.m. | Asheville Community Yoga, 8 Brookdale Rd., Asheville | $30-$60 | This women-instructed yoga class will utilize music, ritual, and movement to help female attendees access connection, authenticity, and empowerment.
Coverfest II: A Benefit Concert for Asheville Middle School | Sunday, Jan. 15 | 5 p.m. | The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave., Asheville | $12 | Jam to local artists Jeff Santiago & Los Gatos, Thieves Like Us, and Franklin Keel & Friends at this benefit concert.
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One reason we love living in Asheville is that there’s always something new to explore. Recently, we checked out Asheville Sports Club and learned it’s got everything from espresso and pickleball to televisions in golden frames. Take a virtual tour and plan your visit.
St. Augustine features some of the oldest hotels in the country. | Photo by 6AM City
Look no further for your next vacation because St. Augustine, FL might just be calling your name. Filled with Spanish architecture, a vibrant artistic scene, and a delicious variety of seafood, this charming coastal city invites you to revel in its historical roots.
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