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10+ ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Asheville
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Catawba Brewing Company will have comedy + a pub crawl. | Photo by @catawbabrewing_avl
The city is going green — we’re talking the music, parties, food, and drink of St. Patrick’s Day in Asheville. So here are a few ways to sham-rock out this weekend.

If you’re craving a pint + a party

Stone Cold St. Patrick’s Weekend | Saturday, March 16-Sunday, March 17 | 1-10 p.m. | The Whale West Asheville, 507 Haywood Rd., #10, Asheville | Free | Steve Austin Day and St. Patrick’s Day are coming together for a weekend of Broken Skull Lager, green beer, Guinness, and music.

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration | Sunday, March 17 | 10 a.m.-12 a.m. | Jack of the Wood, 95 Patton Ave., Asheville | $0-$5 | Start the party early with trad music sessions, Irish dishes like corned beef + cabbage, and drink specials like Irish coffees and green beer — a $5 cover starts at 7 p.m.

If you prefer a performance

Irish Nonsense: A Wee Silly St. Patrick’s Day Comedy Show | Friday, March 15 | 9 p.m. | Catawba Brewing Company South Slope, 32 Banks Ave., Asheville | $15 | Raise a pint to a special holiday comedy show, featuring comedians Clay Jones, Ryan Gordon, and more.

St. Patrick’s Day Drag Brunch | Sunday, March 17 | Times vary | The Hideaway, 49 Broadway St., Asheville | $25-$60 | Hosted by Natasha Noir-Nightly, the brunch will feature eight dazzling performances and lots of pure Irish delight — proceeds benefit the Tzedek Social Justice Fund.

One wrestler jumps on top of a second wrestler while people watch outside a ring in the Hi-Wire production area.

Cheer on the high-flying action at Hi-Wire Brewing.

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Photo by @cmbphotography423

If you want a unique celebration

St. Waggy’s Day | Friday, March 15 | 5-7 p.m. | Burton Street Community Center, 134 Burton St., Asheville | Free | Bring your (leashed) pup for refreshments, giveaways, music, holiday decor, a treat jar guessing game, and the chance for prizes like best dog costume + best trick — registration encouraged.

Lucky You Wrestling | Sunday, March 17 | 6-9 p.m. | Hi-Wire Brewing Biltmore Village, 2A Huntsman Pl., Asheville | $10-$15 | Celtic chaos will abound as the stars of Urban Combat Wrestling battle it out on the production floor — viewer discretion is advised.
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Events
Wednesday, March 13
  • Intro to Rhythm and Drumming | Wednesday, March 13 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Pack Memorial Library, 67 Haywood St., Asheville | Free | Practice percussion during this educational session guided by TRAP of Asheville — no registration required if you bring your own instrument.
  • Candlelight Restorative Yin Yoga with Gong Bath | Wednesday, March 13 | 7-8 p.m. | Black Mountain Yoga, 116 Montreat Rd., Black Mountain | $9-$18 | This soothing, candlelit practice will relax your muscles and leave you feeling rested and rejuvenated.
Thursday, March 14
  • Pie for Pi Day | Thursday, March 14 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Burton Street Community Center, 134 Burton St., Asheville | Free | Enter your best pie to win prizes or just sample your favorites + vote — registration required for bakers.
  • Murder Mystery Dinner Party | Thursday, March 14 | 6:30 p.m. | Point Lookout Vineyards, 408 Appleola Rd., Hendersonville | $75 | Help Inspector Merlot solve a murderous mystery after you dine on a buffet dinner and sip a glass of wine.
  • Bloomstitching Workshop | Thursday, March 14 | 6:30-8 p.m. | PlantHouse, 2 Hendersonville Rd., Asheville | $25 | Learn to stitch dried florals into beautiful cross-stitched hoop art — no experience necessary (just a little creativity).
Friday, March 15
  • The Art of Reading Tarot | Friday, March 15 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Dobra Tea East Asheville, 1011 Tunnel Rd., Ste. 180, Asheville | $30 | Gain a greater understanding of performing a full reading with the help of instructor Sage Sansone.
  • Story Mixer: Equinox | Friday, March 15 | 7-10 p.m. | Story Parlor, 227 Haywood Rd., Asheville | $20-$25 | Settle in for an evening of storytelling, music, and poetry that honors light, darkness, and new beginnings.
Saturday, March 16
  • Asheville Marathon and Half | Saturday, March 16 | 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | Pack Square Park, 80 Court Plaza, Asheville | $125-$145 | Race your way through downtown Asheville, weave along the French Broad River, and cross the finish line at the Wedge at Foundation.
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Giveaway

Music

Win weekend passes to Bear Shadow music festival in Highlands, NC
Presented by Eleven Events
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A sister festival to the Highlands Food & Wine, Bear Shadow brings celebrated artists to The Highlands Plateau, NC for a weekend of music, mountains, and revelry each spring. | Photos provided by Bear Shadow
Enter to win two GA Weekend Passes to Bear Shadow — the music festival nestled at 4,118 ft in the beautiful mountains of the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau — May 11-12, 2024.

Headliners for this year’s festival include Black Pumas, a seven-time Grammy-nominated psychedelic soul band (whose song “Colors” was featured in that Target commercial you couldn’t stop humming) and JJ Grey & Mofro, a Southern soul-rock band.

The full lineup also includes:
  • Futurebirds
  • North Mississippi Allstars
  • American Aquarium
  • The Record Company
  • White Denim
  • Grace Bowers
GA Weekend Passes give attendees access to both days of Bear Shadow including eight live musical performances, plus complimentary beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages; and complimentary shuttles to and from downtown Highlands to the festival site on Winfield Farm ($600+ value).

Enter to win over on our Instagram now through March 20 at 11:59 p.m.
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News Notes
Cause
  • Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC) is celebrating half a century of healthcare, training, and education service — and the Asheville City Council is joining the festivity. The Council proclaimed March to be MAHEC 50th Anniversary Month at yesterday’s meeting.
Edu
  • Mars Hill University is fundraising for a new campus center and beautification projects on campus through the Together We Rise campaign. The $28 million campus center will include a student fitness center, activity space, gaming, dining, and offices, and a gazebo park will have new plants and a water feature. (Asheville Citizen-Times)
Civic
  • There’s a new local getting ready to pop the question(s). Buncombe County announced that Jeremy Lett will serve as the new Community Engagement Manager, guiding engagement opportunities and fostering policy decisions related to the 2025 Strategic Plan. Lett will begin his new role on Monday, March 18.
Drink
  • Raise a glass to Women’s History Month with Rhubarb’s Female Winemakers Dinner on Wednesday, March 27. The restaurant has partnered with Kate Stamps of Rise Over Run wines to showcase female winemakers through a four-course paired dinner. Grab a ticket to uncork a good time.
Ranked
  • No. 1. That’s where Asheville ranked in a survey of professionals looking to relocate for their next career shifts. The survey was conducted by Careerminds.com, and Asheville received the top rank for its sustainability, focus on local business, and diverse economy. (Asheville Citizen-Times)
Arts
  • Are you itching to be stitching? Folk Art Center is honoring National Quilting Day with demonstrations, a selection of antique and vintage quilts on display, and a talk and Q+A about the collection. Join the day of fabric and fun this Saturday, March 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
History
  • Ever wanted to explore the rich narratives behind African American history? At the International African American Museum in downtown Charleston, you can deep dive into a wealth of experiences you won’t find in textbooks. March is Member Month, with 10% off memberships with code IAAM24. Learn more about membership.*
Finance
  • Cue drum roll: 2024 is here, and the personal finance experts at The Ascent have sorted through hundreds of credit cards and done the work for you. These four are among the best bonus cards they’ve ever seen.*
 
Civic

Get some civic schooling this week

Learn about local government during Civic Learning Week
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Get to know the local government this week. | Photo by Picture of the Year finalist, Lisa S.
Monday, March 11 to Friday, March 15 is Civic Learning Week, iCivics’ annual celebration of the knowledge and skills that provide a foundation for an informed population. Well, we’re all about getting to know your local government, so we gathered a few resources we’ve shared on engaging with the City of Asheville and Buncombe County.

Make the grade by learning about:
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If you’re a fan of causes and competition in equal measure, you’ll want to mark your calendar for ?They Said What? on Wednesday, March 20 at Highland Brewing Company. The game show, hosted by Different Strokes’ Zakiya Bell-Rogers, stages a showdown between two local performing arts nonprofits. Stop by to cheer on two-time champion Asheville Community Theatre and new contender WomanSong of Asheville.
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