Meet local chocolatier Timothy Maguire | The owner of local business Timothy Maguire Chocolates crafted delectable treats that were given to VIP guests at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards.
Activities for older adults | If you know someone who recently retired, help them explore ways to make the most of their time in Asheville.
Billy Strings takes over Asheville | The beloved bluegrass musician will perform six shows in Asheville this weekend + next weekend. Tickets may have sold out, but there are other events that celebrate his time in the city.
Events
Events
Saturday, Feb. 8
Billy Strings Shakedown Street | Saturday, Feb. 8-Sunday, Feb. 10 | 11 a.m. | Harrah’s Cherokee Center - Asheville | Inspired by the Grateful Dead song, this market brings together music, artistry, and unique products — it closes one hour after Billy Strings’ show ends.
A Valentine’s Day Celebration | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Grove Arcade | Free | Celebrate Marquee Asheville’s third anniversary by browsing drinks, sweets, and giftable goods — plus, check out the pop-up bar and catch live entertainment.
Bike Love ’25 | 7-11:30 p.m. | Eulogy | $30+ | Hit the dance floor during this high-energy party supporting Asheville on Bikes.
Airshow | 10 p.m.-2 a.m. | Asheville Music Hall | $20+ | Get into the groove with the Nashville-based jam band that puts on an out-of-this-world show.
Sunday Live: Steve Lapointe | 2-4 p.m. | Asheville Art Museum | Cost of entry | The classical pianist and jazz scholar performs in the Windgate Foundation Atrium.
Tuesday, Feb. 11
Climate Resilience Workshop | 6-7 p.m. | Pack Library | Free | Environmental educator Ellie Huber leads this workshop focused on resiliency inspired by nature with poetry and writing activities.
Thursday, Feb. 13
Galentine’s Day | 6-10 p.m. | District 42 | $0 | Grab your gal pals and enjoy food + drinks specials while Hot Bread Selectors plays live music.
Friday, Feb. 14
Tainted Love Comedy Show | 6 + 9 p.m. | The Montford Rooftop Bar | $25 | If humor is your love language, join hosts Ryan Gordon and Cayla Clark for this show with audience engagement — plus, the menu has food + drinks for the occasion.
The people love a good meal deal — or at the very least, Chili’s “3 for Me” value deal. The chain restaurant saw a 20% increase in traffic last quarter. But you don’t have to go to a chain to get a deal around here; check out these local lunch deals that’ll cost you $10 or less. (Restaurant Dive)
Holiday
Tomorrow is National Pizza Day, and we’re planning to celebrate with a big slice from 828 Family Pizzeria — it’s been an Asheville favorite since 1933. If that’s not your style, our pizza guide is sure to satisfy your appetite.
Read
Rebecca Yarros’ “Onyx Storm” — the third book of the “Empyrean” series — recently became the fastest-selling adult novel in 20 years. Pick up a copy for yourself at one of these local bookstores. (The New York Times)
Trending
Does your favorite little snack scream “pick me?” If you love things like pickles, tinned fish, oysters, olives, or even negronis, maybe it does. Personally, we don’t care what our food choices say — we’ll continue searching for our favorite negroni at a local bar. (Vox)
Women’s walking sneakers from NORTIV 8. Designed for daily wear, these sneakers have a non-slip rubber sole, a shock-absorbing midsole, and breathable mesh fabric on top.
The Super Bowl is this weekend, and I love crafting a charcuterie board with local ingredients to serve at parties. Pro tip: If you don’t invite anyone to your party, you can eat your whole board by yourself.
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