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An update on Asheville’s creative economy

ArtsAVL gives an update on Asheville’s creative economy at the State of the Arts Brunch
State of the Arts Brunch
Attendees gathered at The Orange Peel for the brunch. | Photo via ArtsAVL
On Monday, Oct. 30, ArtsAVL hosted the State of the Arts Brunch to provide an overview of the current health of Asheville’s creative sector, with remarks from ArtsAVL’s Executive Director Katie Cornell, City of Asheville Mayor Esther Manheimer, and Buncombe County Commissioner Vice Chair Terri Wells.

There are a few key takeaways from the brunch — let us paint you a picture.

An update to the Creative Economy Report originally released in May scaled back the number of industries included in the creative economy from 70+ to 56. The update showed that out of these 56 industries in Buncombe County, arts and entertainment made up 43.9% of a total of $969,363,253 in sales in 2022, with the leading core creative industry being historical sites.

The newly released Arts and Economic Prosperity Report detailed the economic impact of spending by nonprofit arts organizations and their audiences here in Buncombe County. The report shows that in 2022, arts-based nonprofits spent $25.3 million, and audiences generated $25.9 million in event-related spending — which supported 1,200 jobs, creating just shy of $13 million in tax revenue.

The NC state budget includes an extra $2.5 million toward the Grassroots Arts Program Grant Funding — a program ArtsAVL has been a funding partner for since 1979. However, due to a new provision barring counties with a population exceeding 250,000, Buncombe County is no longer qualified to receive this funding, meaning that the frequency and amount of grants ArtsAVL will be able to distribute in 2024-2025 will decrease.

Getting involved

Whether you’re an artist yourself or a supporter of our local scene, there are plenty of ways to become more ingrained in our arts community. On the ArtsAVL website, you can find opportunities for grant funding + volunteering, calls for artists, job postings, and more. Browse the directory to explore profiles of local artists, or purchase a SmART Pass subscription for discounts from participating arts organizations. Plus, you can always hitch a ride on the trolley every second Saturday to explore Asheville’s art scene.
 
Events
Wednesday, Nov. 1
  • Music to Your Ears Discussion Series | Wednesday, Nov. 1 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Asheville Guitar Bar, 122 Riverside Dr., Ste. D, Asheville | $10 | Bill Kopp, author and music journalist, and Eleanor Underhill, local singer-songwriter, will lead a discussion on Joni Mitchell’s “Court and Spark.”
  • Tennis | Wednesday, Nov. 1 | 8 p.m. | The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Ave., Asheville | $30 | See the indie-pop duo perform on its “Pollen 2023 Tour” with support from Sam Evian.
Thursday, Nov. 2
  • When You Wish Upon A Star: A Jazz Tribute to 100 Years of Disney | Thursday, Nov. 2 | 7 p.m. | Diana Wortham Theatre, 18 Biltmore Ave., Asheville | $22-$58 | The house band of the National Jazz Museum in Harlem will perform popular songs from iconic Disney films spanning the last 100 years.
  • Reimagining Capitalism by Reimagining Business | Thursday, Nov. 2 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Kittredge Theater, 701 Warren Wilson Rd., Swannanoa | Free | Join Nathan Stuck and Adrianne Gordon for a lecture that could change the way you think about business, featuring panelists Jael Skeffington, Michael Welchel, Doug Ager, Steve Linton, Brock Ashburn + Clary Franco.*
Friday, Nov. 3
  • Candlelight: A Tribute to Taylor Swift | Friday, Nov. 3 | Times vary | AyurPrana Listening Room, 312 Haywood Rd., Asheville | $39-$63 | The Opal String Quartet will perform 12 tracks from the singer’s discography in a room illuminated by candlelight.
  • Chris Roach | Friday, Nov. 3 | 8-9:30 p.m. | Diana Wortham Theatre, 18 Biltmore Ave., Asheville | $29.50 | Asheville Comedy Festival presents this stand-up star, fresh off his tour alongside comedian Kevin James.
Saturday, Nov. 4
  • Puzzle Palooza | Saturday, Nov. 4 | 1-4 p.m. | Burton Street Community Center, 134 Burton St., Asheville | Free | Teams of two will race to be the first to finish a 300-piece puzzle and be crowned Asheville’s puzzle masters.
  • National Learn to Homebrew Day | Saturday, Nov. 4 | 1-6 p.m. | Asheville Brewers Supply parking lot, 712 Merrimon Ave., Asheville | Free | The Mountain Ale & Lager Tasters club will give a demonstration of homebrewing and answer any questions you may have about the process — plus, there will be a new and used gear swap.
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News Notes
Today Is
  • Día de los Muertos, which began at midnight, is a two-day holiday where families welcome back the souls of deceased relatives for reunion, celebration, and food + drink. During the holiday, families memorialize their loved ones through offerings left at gravesites or ofrendas in their homes.
Civic
  • Don’t play with fire. The Buncombe County Fire Marshal has issued an open burn ban from now until Friday, Nov. 3 because of adverse atmospheric conditions — high fire danger, low humidity + strong gusty winds. No burning yard waste or debris and no land-clearing burns, but contained fires (like in a grill, a pit, or chimney device) are okay.
Traffic
  • The City of Asheville is starting utility location work along Patton Avenue on Sunday, Nov. 5 at 7 p.m. The construction will require closure of all four traffic lanes on Patton from Otis Street to Clingman Avenue but will take place at night to minimize traffic impact. The lanes will be closed 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Sunday through Thursday.
Edu
  • Is nature your teen’s second nature? Buncombe County students who are interested in studying in the fields of conservation, agriculture, or another natural resource program can win a $1,000 scholarship from the Buncombe Soil & Water Conservation District. The application deadline is Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024.
Kids
  • The Asheville Museum of Science (AMOS) is revamping its Little Explorers Program — but not without your input. The November program is on hold while AMOS educators gather feedback on what your little ones would like to see + when you’d like to see it. Check out the survey.
Cause
  • Asheville Proper is hosting a fundraiser dinner for local nonprofit Stewart/Owen Dance Company on Thursday, Nov. 9. during regular dinner hours, 5-9 p.m. It will feature Asheville Proper’s full fall menu, with a portion of the proceeds donated to the nonprofit. The event isn’t ticketed, but reservations are encouraged.
Environment
  • Use those gourds for good, AVL. The City of Asheville, Buncombe County + Wicked Weed are partnering to offer pumpkin collection for composting this Halloween season. Take your clean pumpkins and gourds to Wicked Weed West (145 Jacob Holm Way, Candler) this Thursday-Sunday, Nov. 2-5, and receive some fun incentives.*
 
Cause

Clean out your closet for a cause

Clean out your closet for a cause with Helpmate’s coat drive
Winter gloves and hats being collected for Helpmate's coat drive
Gather up your winter gear. | Photo via Pikist
Have an old winter coat staring at you from the back of your closet? Give it a new life by donating it to Helpmate’s coat drive. The nonprofit, which provides resources to people experiencing intimate partner domestic violence, is helping outfit our community with cozy, cold-weather clothing.

Beginning today, Wednesday, Nov. 1 through Saturday, Nov. 18, you can drop off your gently used coats, gloves, and hats at locations throughout Asheville — Helpmate just requests that your donations be warm, clean, and in good condition.

Here’s where you can take your items:
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