Arts & Culture
2 months ago
Montford Park Players’ witty, romantic ‘Cyrano de Bergerac’ has a bit of a stuffy nose

The Montford Park Players continue their 53rd season, “A Season of Lunatics, Lovers, & Poets,” with “Cyrano de Bergerac,” written by Edmond Rostand, translated by Gladys Thomas and Mary F. Guillemard, and directed and adapted by Mandy Bean. “Cyrano” will run at 7:30 p.m., Friday to Saturday, Aug. 8-30, at the Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre, 92 Gay St.

Marquee owner Robert Nicholas said the art and vintage marketplace sustained severe flood damage in September 2024.
Arts & Culture
2 months ago
‘Our friends became family’: Marquee returns after Helene

Floodwaters about 15 feet high swamped the marketplace in Asheville’s River Arts District, wiping out the work of hundreds of artists and vendors

Arts & Culture
2 months ago
Free drinks, fine art: Explore open studios at the RAD Sip & Stroll

The RAD Sip & Stroll will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 9 all over the River Arts District, with open-air art markets and open studios presenting the work of hundreds of artists to the Asheville community.

On The Town
2 months ago
‘Group hug’: French Broad River Brewery celebrates 25 years at grand reopening

FBRB will officially celebrate its comeback at a Grand Reopening Party from 1-10 p.m. this Saturday, Aug. 9, at its 101 Fairview Road address, located just outside of Biltmore Village. The event also coincides with the 25th anniversary of the brewery and the release of its annual “Septemberfest” beer.

Lake Lure announced this week that the beloved Lake Lure Flowering Bridge will be permanently removed due to severe structural damage sustained during Tropical Storm Helene in September 2024.
Community
2 months ago
Lake Lure’s beloved Flowering Bridge to be demolished

Following evaluations, it was determined the historic bridge had been damaged beyond repair by Tropical Storm Helene

On The Town
2 months ago
What to do in the 828: Aug. 8-10

Looking for something to do this weekend? Try our weekend guide to the 828, complete with everything from axe throwing tournaments to spoon-making demonstrations.

On The Town
2 months ago
‘Wicked’ flies into Pack Square Park for concluding Movies in the Park screening

“Wicked” will defy gravity on the big screen at 8:25 p.m. this Friday, Aug. 8 in Pack Square Park. Attendees will receive green or pink sunglasses while supplies last.

Ask The Expert
2 months ago
Do you know your birthstone? Match your jewelry with your gem at D. C. Creasman

Do you know which gemstone matches the month you were born? Consult our list below and visit D. C. Creasman Jewelers to learn what jewelry you could make from your gem.

Ask The Expert
2 months ago
New women’s construction group builds space for belonging

The Builders Association of the Blue Ridge Mountains has launched a new chapter of the National Association of Home Builders’ Professional Women in Building Council. The council is designed to connect and advocate for women working in and around the construction industry.

Community
2 months ago
Nightlife in Asheville — Places to hit on your next night out

Check out this list of some of the most popular nightlife destinations in the Asheville area

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