Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
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						Winter Wonderland at Grove Arcade Jan 1 2022 (All day)
Winter Lights at the NC Arboretum Jan 1 2022 (All day)
Homemade Holiday Pop-Up Shop at Citizen Vinyl Jan 1 2022 - 9:00am
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Winter Wonderland at Grove Arcade Jan 2 2022 (All day)	Winter Wonderland at Grove Arcade Jan 3 2022 (All day)		Weekly Market at Fleetwood's Jan 5 2022 - 4:00pm Terraoke at Fleetwood's Jan 5 2022 - 6:00pm	Karaoke with Karaoke Jackass Jan 6 2022 - 8:00pm	Live Music by Christina Chandler Jan 7 2022 - 7:00pm Modelface Comedy Night Jan 7 2022 - 8:00pm	Winter of Poetry Session 3 with David Barratt Jan 8 2022 - 10:45am
	Junk-O-Rama Vintage Flea Market at Fleetwood’s Jan 3 2022 - 11:00am
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Bike Night at The Getaway River Bar Jan 9 2022 - 2:00pm			Weekly Market at Fleetwood's Jan 12 2022 - 4:00pm Terraoke at Fleetwood's Jan 12 2022 - 6:00pm	Karaoke with Karaoke Jackass Jan 13 2022 - 8:00pm	Modelface Comedy Night Jan 14 2022 - 8:00pm	Winter of Poetry Session 4 with David Barratt Jan 15 2022 - 10:45am Saturday Meows with Mountain Pet Rescue Jan 15 2022 - 12:00pm Barketype Adoption Event at Archetype Brewing West Jan 15 2022 - 8:45pm
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Winter of Poetry with Tracey Schmidt Jan 16 2022 - 12:15pm Sunday Live Music at Archetype Brewing West Jan 16 2022 - 3:00pm Benefit for Sly Grog Lounge Jan 16 2022 - 4:00pm			A Hand in Studio Craft: Harvey K. Littleton as Peer and Pioneer Jan 19 2022 - 11:00am Weekly Market at Fleetwood's Jan 19 2022 - 4:00pm Terraoke at Fleetwood's Jan 19 2022 - 6:00pm	A Hand in Studio Craft: Harvey K. Littleton as Peer and Pioneer Jan 20 2022 - 11:00am Karaoke with Karaoke Jackass Jan 20 2022 - 8:00pm	A Hand in Studio Craft: Harvey K. Littleton as Peer and Pioneer Jan 21 2022 - 11:00am Modelface Comedy Night Jan 21 2022 - 8:00pm	A Hand in Studio Craft: Harvey K. Littleton as Peer and Pioneer Jan 22 2022 - 11:00am Saturday Meows with Mountain Pet Rescue Jan 22 2022 - 12:00pm
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A Hand in Studio Craft: Harvey K. Littleton as Peer and Pioneer Jan 23 2022 - 11:00am Sunday Live Music at Archetype Brewing West Jan 23 2022 - 3:00pm	A Hand in Studio Craft: Harvey K. Littleton as Peer and Pioneer Jan 24 2022 - 11:00am	A Hand in Studio Craft: Harvey K. Littleton as Peer and Pioneer Jan 25 2022 - 11:00am	A Hand in Studio Craft: Harvey K. Littleton as Peer and Pioneer Jan 26 2022 - 11:00am Weekly Market at Fleetwood's Jan 26 2022 - 4:00pm Terraoke at Fleetwood's Jan 26 2022 - 6:00pm	A Hand in Studio Craft: Harvey K. Littleton as Peer and Pioneer Jan 27 2022 - 11:00am Karaoke with Karaoke Jackass Jan 27 2022 - 8:00pm	Modelface Comedy Night Jan 28 2022 - 8:00pm	Saturday Meows with Mountain Pet Rescue Jan 29 2022 - 12:00pm
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Sunday Live Music at Archetype Brewing West Jan 30 2022 - 3:00pm

HAPPENINGS

Triptych Soul Celebrates Albumita Release

Asheville trio Triptych Soul celebrates their new jazz fusion "Albumita" this Saturday (2/18) at UpCountry Brewing Co., with opening support from Armadilla.

Women's March on Asheville. Credit: Ali McGhee

What are You For? Acknowledging Accomplishments and Forging Ahead

A detailed look at what organized efforts have accomplished already, and an exploration of where we go from here.

Your Pre-Valentine's GritVegas Weekend Update: February 9-12

It's the weekend before Valentine's Day. Celebrate with your special someone(s) or kick it solo at these events!

Spring LEAF 2017 Releases Lineup

The lineup for the 44th LEAF is here!

Revolve Joins Forces with the Media Arts Project (MAP)

Revolve is hosting a Launch/Listening Party on Tuesday, February 8th in conjunction with the Media Arts Project (MAP) as it unveils a new partnership.

Drag Queen Bingo Is Back with 2 Nights + Trivia

The ever-popular Drag Queen Bingo, which benefits Brother Wolf Animal Rescue, is a two-night event this year and includes an evening of Trivia with the Queens!

Superbowl Weekend 2017: Your Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update

Groundhog Day and the Superbowl are just two things happening this weekend. See what else is going on in this edition of the weekend update!

The Social Celebrates Local Superwoman Michele Scheve

On Saturday, February 4th, East Asheville bar and restaurant The Social will hold a fundraiser, with live music and comedy, for local comedian and radio host Michele Scheve.

Midnight Snack Releases "Shadow Chaser"

Asheville's Midnight Snack releases their new single, "Shadow Chaser," today, and celebrates on February 4th at West Asheville's Mothlight.

Southern Insecurities Comedy Tour at The Block Off Biltmore >> Sat 1/28

If you're in need of some comedy with a conscience, and a cocktail, head to The BLOCK this Saturday to catch some stand-up from Krish Mohan and David Coulter.

Your Fringe Festival Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update! January 26-29

Happy Fringe Festival, all! See what's happening with sneak peeks from our Fringe Friends, plus more on this edition of the GritVegas weekend update!

5 Shows to Maximize Your Fringiness at the 2017 Asheville Fringe Festival

We're highlighting five (of many!) shows we're hyped about that will be performed at this year's Asheville Fringe Festival.

INTERVIEW WITH Jim Sea + FRINGE FEST TICKET GIVEAWAY

Jim Sea is bringing light to an issue that is often overlooked--and he's doing it in a way that not many have done before. His show "Unredeemable" will be on stage at Asheville's Fringe Festival on January 26th. Check out our interview and your chance to win two tickets to see "Unredeemable".

5 Things to Know about John Brinkley, WNC’s Infamous Sex Doctor

A Wednesday talk on John Brinkley, top sexual surgeon and medical huckster, reveals the down and dirty on this Jackson County native. We've got a preview. (Warning: goat testicles are involved.)

Interview with Michael Washington Brown + Fringe Fest Ticket Giveaway

Michael Washington Brown has a lot to say, and we were recently lucky enough to listen. His show "Black!" will be premiering at Asheville's Fringe Festival on January 27th. Check out our interview and your chance to win two tickets to see "Black!"

Your Inauguration Weekend Update: January 19-22

Whether you want to get involved in Inauguration-related community events, find your niche in the arts, or take a ride with Krampus, we've got something just for you this weekend in Asheville.

Art in the Darkness: The Ghostlight Project

The Ghostlight Project, which focuses on the theatre's role in "sustaining values of inclusion, participation, and compassion for everyone," will meet on Thursday, January 19th at Magnetic 375.

BEAT LIFE COMP.1 cover. Credit: Shayanne Gal

BEAT LIFE COMP.1 Highlights Diverse Regional Talent [Review]

BEAT LIFE releases BEAT LIFE COMP.1, its first compilation album, on Sunday, January 15th, with a second volume already in the works.

Big Thief @ The Mothlight<< Mon, Jan 16th

Start 2017 with good music by heading to The Mothlight on Monday, January 16th to see Big Thief.

Boo Velvet: The Great American Strip-Off

Sexy Time: The Great American Strip-Off at the Magnetic Theatre

The Great American Strip-Off: an evening of pasties, toilet paper, and tiny hands (among other things) happening through this weekend and next.

Movies at the grail>> January and February

So many movies, so little time. Skip work and hit up some matinees. Skip sleep and go see some late night flicks. You're going to want to when you see this lineup.

MLK Weekend On Tap: The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update

Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr., on Monday, and fill the rest of your weekend with music and the arts!

The Conquest of Canaan: Asheville's Lost Silent Film Returns

The Conquest of Canaan, filmed in 1921 in Asheville, will be screened at Grail Moviehouse on January 22nd with live piano accompaniment.

The GRiZ Get Down @ ExploreAsheville.com Arena. Photo: Auburn Petty

Asheville's Top Five EDM Events of 2016

Auburn Petty, of Plugged In Publicity, gives us her Top Five EDM shows of 2016. We recommend immediately putting all of these artists straight into your playlist.

How Asheville Fashion Stunned in '16

A Recap of Asheville's Fashion Scene in 2016

The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update! January 5-8

Cold weekend ahead? Heat it up with this edition of the Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update, our first of the new year!

Fringe Festival 2017: Freak Passes + Tickets On Sale Now

It's the most wonderful time of the year again--Fringe Festival time! Tickets and limited Fringe Freak Passes are on sale now!

GritVegas Weekend Update New Year's Edition

THE ASHEVILLE GRITVEGAS WEEKEND UPDATE: New Year EDITION! DECEMBER 30-January 1

Start the champagne toast now, here are your weekend plans for the final days of 2016.

Rosebud, We Didn't Deserve You

Rosebud Video is going out of business. Go support them one last time.

Christine Garvin Dance + Transform. Photo: Megan Torgerson

New Year, New You: Christine Garvin Dance + Transform Offers Certification Program

Christine Garvin Dance + Transformation (CGD+T) is offering a new certification program in 2017. They'll also be donating to a different non-profit every month.

New Year's Eve Event Round-Up

All your New Year's Eve party opportunities in one spot.

THE TWELFTH DAY OF GRIT-MAS: DIAMOND BRAND

Finally be prepared for your next camping trip with our 12th Day of Grit-Mas giveaway: a two-man combat tent from Diamond Brand ($450).

Announcing the 12 Days of Grit-Mas Giveaways!

We're celebrating 12 Days of Grit-Mas this year! Starting on Monday, December 12th, we'll be giving away exclusive gifts and packages from some of our favorite local businesses!

The Eleventh Day of Grit-Mas: Eagle's Nest Outfitters

On the 11th Day of Grit-Mas, we're giving away a hammock and straps from Eagle's Nest Outfitters (ENO)!

The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update: Holiday Edition! December 22-25

Merry Christmas, Happy Hannukah, Happy Kwanzaa, Good Yule! Celebrate the holidays with the Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update!

THE TENTH DAY OF GRIT-MAS: SALVAGE STATION

Get your New Year's Eve plans right with our Day 10 Grit-Mas Giveaway: 2 tickets to Salvage Station's New Year's Eve party AND a $25 giftcard!

The Ninth Day of Grit-Mas: Barley's Taproom & Pizzeria and Grail Moviehouse

We've created the ultimate package for you on Day 9 of Grit-Mas: dinner and a movie. Enter today to win a $30 gift certificate to Barley's and a Night out at the Movies at Grail Moviehouse.

Volunteer Opportunities for the Holidays

Celebrate the end of the year by lending a hand to a local organization.

The Eighth Day of Grit-Mas: Lever Gear and Nester Hosiery

On the eighth day of Grit-Mas, we're giving away 2 silver Toolcards from Lever Gear + 2 pairs of socks from Nester Hosiery!

The Seventh Day of Grit-Mas: Bellyak and Recover (Double Feature!)

On the seventh day of Grit-Mas, we're giving away a pair of neoprene gloves from Bellyak and a hoodie from Recover!

The Sixth Day of Grit-Mas: Pure Yoga Asheville

On the sixth day of Grit-Mas, we're giving away a month of unlimited yoga from Pure Yoga Asheville ($79 value) to one lucky winner!

THE FIFTH DAY OF GRIT-MAS: Malaprop's

On the fifth day of Grit-Mas, we're giving away a gift certificate ($25) and a bag of donation books from Malaprop's to one lucky winner!

"Morchella Eximia": Brad Kelly (Flash Writing Contest)

Equal parts heartbreak and hope, Brad Kelly's "Morchella Eximia" is the Grand Prize Winner of our inaugural Asheville Grit/Dogwood Alliance Flash Writing Competition.

The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update! December 16-18

We're gearing up for the holidays, and we've got fun events to help you celebrate, shop, and relax!

THE FOURTH DAY OF GRIT-MAS: BANGS SHOES

On the fourth day of Grit-Mas, we're giving away a pair of BANGS shoes to one lucky winner!

Jammin' out at the 28th Annual Christmas Jam

Warren Haynes and friends make the US Cellular Center glow.

THE THIRD DAY OF GRIT-MAS: WHIST

On the third day of Grit-Mas, we're giving away a gift bag full of goodies ($65) from Whist to one lucky winner!

Corvallis and Eastern Railroad Logging Car. Source: Wiki Commons

"Forests by Owl-Light": Ryn Bradford Hayes (Flash Writing Contest)

Ryn Bradford Hayes shared her wonderful "Forests by Owl-Light" with us, and we chose is as the second runner-up for our Asheville Grit/Dogwood Alliance flash writing competition.

The Second Day of Grit-Mas: Horse and Hero

On the second day of Grit-Mas, we're giving away a $50 gift certificate from Horse and Hero to one lucky winner!

Snake Mountain at Sunset. Photo: Justin Lonas (2005)

"Hypermetropia": Kathryn Keeper (Flash Writing Contest)

Kathryn Keeper's gorgeous "Hypermetropia" is the third runner-up for our Asheville Grit/Dogwood Alliance flash writing competition.