The duo are bringing creativity to Carolina Lane. | Photo by Nicole McConville
Since Helene ravaged the River Arts District, artists Denise Markbriet and Anna Bryant have been working hard to resurrect the Asheville Print Studio. This weekend marks the official beginning of the studio’s next chapter with a new name, location, and meaning as Print House opens at 29 Carolina Ln. in downtown Asheville.
Markbriet founded Asheville Print Studio in 2017 and met Bryant a couple of years later when Bryant would use the press at Asheville Print Studio for her own work. Just before the storm, Markbreit asked Bryant to join the studio as a partner — but Helene hindered their plans for a smooth transition, rendering the Riverview Station studio a total loss.
The education hub will also invite teaching artists to offer their insights.
Photo by Nicole McConville
After seven months of recovering, planning, adapting, and moving, Print House is ready for action. The reimagined space lets visitors step inside the duo’s printmaking studio, observing the creativity in action and on the walls of the gallery.
The second floor houses the education hub, offering workshops and classes catering to anyone from beginner printmakers to seasoned artists.
Paper Piecing | 5-7 p.m. | Pack Memorial Library | Free, RSVP | Learn the methods of hand quilting that preceded sewing machines.
Wednesday, May 14
CBDG-DR Rebuilding Is Everybody’s Business | 3:30-6:30 p.m. | Grind AVL | Free | Join Black Wall Street for a conversation about collective rebuilding and revitalization with CBDG-DR funds.
Music Bingo with DJ Spence | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | New Belgium Brewing Asheville | Free | See if you’re the human form of Shazam as you identify upbeat, family-friendly tracks with prizes on the line.
Thursday, May 15
Free Sewing Repairs with WNC Repair Cafe | 5-8 p.m. | West Asheville Library | Free | Volunteer sewing experts can bring your damaged items back to life — plus, you can learn a thing or two about how to repair items yourself.
Friday, May 16
Cannabis Infused Drinks Tasting | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Botanist & Barrel Tasting Bar + Bottle Shop | $10 | Dip your toe into the world of THC with a tasting of infused beverages from DSSLVR, Levity, and Booda.
Cinema on the Square: “The Wild Robot” | 7-9 p.m. | Grovemont Park Pavilion, Swannanoa | Free | Bring a blanket or chairs to sit in for an outdoor screening of the PG film about a shipwrecked robot — popcorn will be available for purchase.
Saturday, May 17
Haw Creek Hustle | 8:30-11 a.m. | Charles Bullman Park | $10+ | Lace up your running shoes for a 5K to benefit Haw Creek Community Association projects or opt for the family-friendly Fun Run.
More than 100 apartment units are being constructed at the corner of Hilliard and Asheland Avenues. The four-story development dubbed “The Duke” will be a combination of new construction and adaptive reuse of existing storage space, with estimated completion slated for early 2026. (Asheville Citizen-Times)
Weather
Buncombe County is expected to receive two to three inches of rain by this evening, which, according to the National Weather Service, “may result in isolated minor flooding of some urban and poor drainage areas.” Know who to contact in the event of bad weather with this list from the county.
Number
$680,000. That’s how much funding ArtsAVL has distributed in relief grants for 136 arts businesses across WNC. Each business received $5,000 to fund recovery from physical damage and mitigate economic losses, which averaged $90,255 per business. To date, ArtsAVL has awarded more than $1.4 million in relief grants.
Eat
Boy Howdy is leaving Asheville, but not without a heartfelt goodbye. This Saturday, May 17, the restaurant is hosting the first stop on its Farewell Burger Pop-Up Tour at Farewell from 12 p.m. until all the burgers are gone. Stop bye for a feast and to wish them well as they journey back to Atlanta.
Watch
This spring, RiverLink has helped more than 65 locals repair their eroded streambanks. Now, the nonprofit is expanding its reach, teaching landowners natural, sustainable methods to repair streambanks with an educational video. Still have questions? There’s plenty more to learn about the restoration process.
Environment
If last Saturday morning’s 4.1 magnitude earthquake really shook you, let us offer some education on the matter. Just outside of Asheville lies a medium hazard zone for seismic activity, where earthquakes aren’t an uncommon occurrence — Dr. Casey King, a lecturer of Environmental Studies at UNC Asheville, can tell you why.
Stat
$1,300. That’s how much money per year you could be wasting overpaying on car insurance, according to a 2024 survey. See if you’re overspending.*
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Viral food critic Keith Lee is coming to AVL
Keith Lee’s videos typically get millions of views and help small businesses increase revenue. | Screenshot via @keith_lee125
In a recent TikTok, viral restaurant critic Keith Lee announced he’s coming to the Carolinas, including Asheville. Lee and his family have traveled the country in search of the best food around, especially from Black-owned and family-operated restaurants, and his videos garner millions of views from his 17 million followers. Now, it’s our turn.
After a positive review from Lee, local restaurants report a “Keith Lee effect,” including massive lines around the block and business doubling. Lee already made a stop in Clayton, NC for a bite of Hibachi Papi, and after earning top marks from Lee, the spot reported having a huge line. He also gave plenty of praise to Columbia, SC’s Chef Bernard Hardison for his fried chicken.
Lee frequents hyper-local restaurants that are a bit off the beaten path and deserve more spotlight, and we already know he’d love local spots like Root Down + the Cooking With Comedy food truck.
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What Asheville restaurants should Keith Lee visit?
I know it’s only Tuesday morning, but it’s never too early to start planning for the weekend. Especially when it’s packed with concerts (Kishi Bashi at Grey Eagle is my pick), Asheville City Soccer Club’s women’s home opener, beer prom, and a speakeasy cocktail class. Better check out the events calendar.
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