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• Pinot Noir vs. Cabernet Sauvignon Day Tasting & Pairing | Tuesday, Aug. 22 | 6:30 p.m. | NC Wine Academy, 25 Page Ave., Asheville | $60 | Two iconic varietals will be pitted against each other in a friendly battle of the taste buds — plus, light appetizers and charcuterie will be provided to enhance the experience.
• Music Bingo | Tuesday, Aug. 22 | 8-10 p.m. | The Bier Garden, 46 Haywood St., Asheville | Free to attend | Move aside, regular bingo — songs replace the numbers on these bingo cards for a twist on a classic game.

• Beatles Church | Wednesday, Aug. 23 | 7:30 p.m. | Grail Moviehouse, 17 Foundy St., Asheville | $10 | Catch the encore screening of “Deconstructing the Beatles: Magical Mystery Tour.”
• Candlelight Restorative Yin and Gong Bath | Wednesday, Aug. 23 | 7-8 p.m. | Black Mountain Yoga, 116 Montreat Rd., Black Mountain | $9-$18 | Reset your nervous system with a gentle candlelit flow.

• Outside the Tin | Thursday, Aug. 24 | 6-8 p.m. | Botainst & Barrel Tasting Bar + Bottle Shop, 32 Broadway St., Ste. 110, Asheville | $65-$120 | Celebrate the release of collaboration beverages crafted specifically to accompany tinned seafood with a flight of four bevs + three small bites.

• Blind Date Live | Friday, Aug. 25 | 7 p.m. | The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave., Asheville | $22 | Hosted by matchmakers Cayla Clark and Donnie Rex Bishop, this show asks you to sit back and watch real local singles step out on stage to potentially fall in love — without seeing each other’s faces.

• Live — Schools, neighborhoods, and unwritten rules of the city
• Work — Top industries, startups, and great spots to work outside
• Play — Parks, festivals, hikes, and date nights

• Applications for the expansion of the Affordable Parking Program are now open. The program offers passes to garages at 164 College St. and 11 Sears Alley for a reduced rate of $40 per month for folks working downtown + earning less than 80% of area median income. See qualifications and apply.

• RosaBees is donating directly to the victims of the Maui fires with proceeds from its Maui Fires Fundraising Luau on Thursday, Sept. 14 from 6 to 11 p.m. Enjoy traditional luau fare, rum cocktails, hula dancers, a DJ spinning tropical tunes, and a silent auction. Buy tickets for $200.

• Got Labor Day weekend plans? You do now. The Hound is hosting chef Elliot Moss for a Barbecue Blowout on Sunday, Sept. 3 from 12 to 5 p.m. Expect delicious food, live music from the Melodic AF Trio, and drink specials all day.

• Set your alarm clocks because the Blue Ridge Audubon is hosting Birds and Bagels at Ridge Junction Overlook on Sunday, Sept. 10 at 8 a.m. Bring a chair and binoculars to see the fall migration of warblers — Blue Ridge Audubon will supply the coffee and bagels.

• From September to December, West Asheville Library will put the spotlight on four memoirs from WNC. Each memoir will be highlighted with an author talk, followed by a book discussion the following week. Explore the authors featured in the series.

• The schedule for LEAF Global Arts’ October festival has been unveiled. With this year’s theme of Legend of the Americas, the festival aims to pay homage to First Nations, Indigenous, and Latinx communities. Find the full schedule and ticket options.

• Looking to get more creative or find a hobby you can share with others? John C. Campbell Folk School offers immersive, hands-on learning experiences for adults, with 800+ classes from blacksmithing to ceramics, gardening to woodworking, and more. Find a class by exploring your favorite subject.*

• Did you know? Mission Hospital has some of western North Carolina’s most cutting-edge technology, including the use of minimally invasive techniques. Make an appointment with a highly-specialized physician at Mission Surgery, where you can get treated for hernias, pancreatitis, colorectal, and more.*