There’s sew much to see at the studio. | Photo by Angela Kim
Asheville’s newest fabric shop is opening this Thursday, Oct. 23 at 1550 Hendersonville Rd. — and its the first in the city dedicated entirely to garment textiles. For all you “Project Runway” fans, think of it like Asheville’s version of Mood.
Sewing Studio Fabrics is the latest retail endeavor from Tara Nyanga, founder of the clothing alteration biz Sugarcane Studios (which is upstairs from the new fabric shop). You can attend the grand opening celebration this Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. to explore fabrics, patterns, and tools.
It’s totally alright if you’re not cut from the same cloth as the experts. Nyanga said Sewing Studio Fabrics will be here for professionals and hobbyists alike, with plans to host sewing classes and workshops in the future.
Oktoberfest at the Funkatorium | 2-5 p.m. | The Funkatorium | Free | Close out two months of Oktoberfest celebrations with one last hurrah of live music, $10 steins, pretzels, and Bavarian fun.*
The Countdown Treasure hunt has come to a close. A father daughter duo found $25k in gold coins on the forest floor of the Bailey Mountain Loop in Mars Hill — and they spilled their secrets to locating it. The duo are donating the $16,420 side pot (generated through clue subscriptions) to Helene relief orgs.
Development
Demolition of Asheville Regional Airport’s South Concourse will begin this week — it’s the beginning of phase two of the $400 expansion plan. It comes after the opening of new ticket lobby, TSA checkpoint, and North Concourse opened in late June. Arriving passengers can expect some changes navigating the airport as construction continues. (Asheville Citizen-Times)
Outdoors
The NC Wildlife Resources Commission recently released 12 rehabilitated bear cubs back into the wild, releasing eight in WNC. The commission has been rehabilitating and releasing orphaned cubs since 1976 in efforts to restore the black bear population. Many receive care at Appalachian Wildlife Refuge in Candler.
Cause
MANNA FoodBank’s 23rd annual Empty Bowls fundraiser is coming up on Monday, Nov. 10. RSVP and make a donation and receive a unique ceramic bowl rescued from the Swannanoa River Road facility during Helene. There won’t be soup this year, but there will be 20+ art and culinary vendors to explore at the event.
Eat
You don’t have to go far to get some Louisiana-style cooking this weekend. This Sunday, Oct. 26, Asheville Mardi Gras, the nonprofit group that hosts the annual downtown parade, is hosting a Cajun Cook-off. Grab a ticket for an afternoon of good eats + live music.
Closing
Davidson River Campground will be closed for six months beginning this November for facility upgrades. The popular Pisgah National Forest spot will undergo a bathhouse renovation funded by the Great American Outdoors Act.
Number
217,734. That’s how many people have switched to Oricle hearing aids — enjoying conversations, TV, and the sounds of life for under $100. Learn more.*
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Spread the love around the city this week. | Photo by @honeybadgerimages
Supposedly, Asheville is one of the best cities in the US for singles according to a report by Zumper. While locals may believe that title is up for debate, one thing’s for sure — there’s a perfect date night waiting for every kind of Ashevillian.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
This year’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year winners are in. And they’re spectacular. Countless species spanning six continents are all featured in the stunning photos, now on display at the Natural History Museum in London. If you want to enter next year’s contest, an intro to birding in Asheville might help you out.
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