Community Calendar

On Saturday, November 22, Continuum Art will come alive with an evening of extraordinary live music featuring 2025 North Carolina Music Hall of Fame inductee David Childers.

Fresh off his 2025 North Carolina Music Hall of Fame induction, Childers, one of the state’s most respected singer-songwriters will bring his signature blend of heartfelt lyricism, folk storytelling, and Americana energy to an intimate stage at Continuum Art

The evening kicks off with performances from a powerful lineup of emerging regional talents: Cody Gentry, Dylan Walsh, and A. Lee Edwards, each adding their own unique flavor to a night that promises to showcase the rich depth of Carolina music.

“David’s music captures something truly timeless about North Carolina, its heart, its stories, and its spirit,” says Mike Burnette, owner of the 1898 Waverly Inn. “We’re honored to host him and these incredible artists for what’s sure to be one of the most special nights of the year.”

Tickets and weekend packages are available now at https://www.tickettailor.com/events/1898waverly/1797808 or by calling 828.693.9193.

The Pinnacle String Ensemble presents its Fall Concert, “Though Space and Time,” on Saturday, November 22, at 3:00 pm in Coulter Recital Hall at Western Carolina University. The concert features music that represents the planets, the moon, and stars.

This concert brings together the WCU School of Music and the Chemistry and Physics Departments in an interdisciplinary collaboration. Dr. Enrique Gomez, Associate Professor of Astronomy and Physics, will open the program by sharing some of the interesting discoveries in the field of astronomy with images taken by
Dr. Gomez and his students.

The Pinnacle String Ensemble is directed by Kim Neidlinger, Adjunct Instructor of Music Education. The program begins with the first movement of Joseph Haydn’s Symphony No. 43, “Mercury”. Other selections features movements from Mozart’s Symphony No. 41, “Jupiter”, “Mars” from The Planets by Gustav Holst, “Song To the Moon” from the opera, Rusalka by Antonin Dvorak, “Quiet Night of Quiet Stars” by Antonio Carlos Jobim and concludes with Frank Sinatra’s signature standard by Bart Howard, “Fly Me to The Moon”.

The Pinnacle String Ensemble is in its second season as a collegiate-community ensemble. The concert is free and open to the public.

Buncombe Turnpike is a long-time staple in the Asheville bluegrass scene. Their sets are made up of primarily hand-crafted original songs, but the band also plays a variety of other heartfelt tunes ranging from traditional and contemporary bluegrass. With their crowd-pleasing demeanor, seasoned musicianship, and powerful vocals the band has made a name for themselves among traditional and contemporary listeners alike. Band members are, Tom Godleski (lead vocals and upright bass), Korey Warren (guitar , mandolin, and lead and backing vocals), David Hyatt (guitar, mandolin ,and lead and backing vocals), George Buckner (banjo), and Don Lewis (fiddle, mandolin, and lead and backing vocals).

Live Reggae with rotating bands every Sunday!

This is a grass-roots fundraiser specifically to raise money for families of Westmoreland~ Jamaica, who lost their roofs and suffered severe damages from Hurricane Melissa in late October. There will be a DJ & Live Reggae and World Music throughout the day, with special guests to sit in. Charley King's Food Truck will be there serving authentic Jamaican food throughout the event. We will have a silent auction and raffle with items donated by local artists & businesses. This is a free event however folks are encourage to donate and/or participate in our auction, raffle and delicious Jamaican cuisine.

You like to feel the swing? Then this next concert is for you as the Asheville Jazz Orchestra will pay tribute to Duke Ellington and Count Basie at White Horse Black Mountain on Nov 23rd. Join us as we celebrate these two legends of jazz and big band. AJO is an 18 piece, ful tilt, jazz BigBand featuring vocalist Wendy Jones!

Musicians of all levels are invited to join the Swannanoa Resilience Hub and Terra Nova Brewing for open bluegrass jams every Wednesday from 6-9 p.m. at 216 Whitson Ave., Swannanoa.

Since 2011 North Carolina’s Josh Daniel and friends have been paying tribute to The Band’s 1974 “farewell” concert and film, The Last Waltz. What began as an annual Thanksgiving concert has expanded to a touring musical tribute. This dynamic show features songs from The Band’s catalog as well as Bob Dylan, Van Morrison, Dr. John, Springsteen and more.

This annual Studio/Gallery event kicks off the Holiday Season at Crucible Glassworks in Weaverville, NC
Live Glassblowing demos are accompanied by live local Music by Neil Carroll and Friends
Seasonal Snacks and Beverages
Free, Festive, Family Friendly
Ornament Specials and Studio-wide Sale

YMI's Banjul-Banjo Music Series presents Jazz & Soul Sessions @YMI is a vibrant new concert series featuring nationally acclaimed artists Kelle Jolly and Will Boyd, making up a dynamic five member house band.

Hosted at the historic YMI Cultural Center, this initiative honors the history and celebrates the rhythm of our legacy in the heart of Asheville, NC.

Monthly event. Choose your engagement:
4th Friday 7 pm and Saturday 3 pm in November, December, February, March, and April.

Tickets are from 15 - 30$ on Friday and pay-what-you-can on Saturdays!

RSVP on Eventbrite!

Plan now to attend this breath-taking service, which is an Advent tradition at St. James! Two identical services are offered and will both feature the St. James Choir and Montreat Scottish Pipes and Drums. Director of Music Brad Gee will lead the choir in singing carols and anthems appropriate to the readings. Brennan Szafron will be the organist for the service. While no tickets are required, contributions of any amount are welcome and appreciated in support of the music ministry at St. James. A minimum donation of $10 per person is suggested.

Right Angle Entertainment and Paul Couch are proud to present the national tour of Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol, a new musical featuring songs by Dolly Parton and book by David H. Bell, adapted by Bell, Curt Wollan and Paul T. Couch. Set in the 1930s in the Smoky Mountains, this incredibly heartwarming, unforgettable production and amazing cast imagines Ebenezer Scrooge as the owner of a mining company town, where his callous greed blinds him to the joys and gifts of the season.

As a Christmas Eve snowstorm approaches, Scrooge is visited by his deceased business partner and three ghosts who compel him to see life anew and discover that love is the greatest gift we have. Dickens' classic characters and Parton's one-of-a-kind songwriting expertise are certain to make this a holiday event you'll want to share with those you love.

Adult: $48 - $98
Youth (18 and under): $38

*Above prices include $3 per ticket facility fee
*PLUS 6.75% NC Sales tax
*All persons must have a ticket, including infants

Red Legged Frog Productions presents
A Hawaiian Christmas with CarolinAloha featuring Billy Cardine
Mon, Dec 1 2025 • 7:30 pm
Join Us in the intimate 78 seat Tina McGuire theater for an Hawaiian Christmas!

CarolinAloha is the fusion of three deep passions: the mountains, the ocean, and music. Created by master slide guitarist Billy Cardine, the project draws rich inspiration from the timeless beauty of Hawaiian music.

Cardine has been recognized as a slide guitar pioneer, taking the dobro into unchartered musical genres. His distinct voice on all things slide has led him to collaborations with Led Zeppelin’s John Paul Jones, world-renowned bassist Edgar Meyer in Porous Borders of Music and alongside Jerry Douglas on Southern Filibuster. His unique slide work spans a wide spectrum of genres—from gypsy jazz to bluegrass—and has taken him across North America, Europe, and Asia. He has played legendary stages including Carnegie Hall, The Ryman Auditorium, The Grand Ole Opry, MerleFest, Bonnaroo, and RockyGrass, among many others.

CarolinAloha has been featured at esteemed venues and festivals such as the Waikiki Steel Guitar Festival (Oʻahu), the Kona Steel Guitar Festival (Kona), and The Station Inn in Nashville, TN.

With a rotating cast of exceptional, expressive, and joyful musicians, CarolinAloha brings the warmth and soul of Hawaiian-inspired music to the mountains of North Carolina—and far beyond. He will be joined by the UNC Asheville Director of Jazz Studies, Dr. William Bares on piano, Mary Lucey on bass and vocals and Landon Lush on ukelele.

Cocktail table seating upfront is available as well a bar for refreshments located in the theater.

Sun, Dec 21 • 2 pm & 7 pm

Celebrate the season at the beloved local tradition that has captivated audiences for over 20 years! Experience a dynamic mix of new and returning artists, bringing you a festive variety of Celtic, American roots, and world-influenced music. This winter, join a heartwarming tribute to Appalachian culture, filled with holiday cheer.

Featured artists:
John Doyle & Mick McAuley
Becky Stone, emcee
Zoe & Cloyd
Josh Goforth
EJ Jones & the Piper Jones Band
Elizabeth McCorvey

Spotlight on A Swannanoa Solstice:

John Doyle was a founding member of the Irish-American supergroup Solas where Mick McAuley became a long-standing member of the band
Elizabeth McCorvey—a musician and mental health therapist—is making her A Swannanoa Solstice debut
Emcee Becky Stone has performed various Chautauqua characters including Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks, Maya Angelou, and Josephine Baker

Celebrate the season with the Champions Of Magic: Holiday Spectacular featuring dazzling illusions, breathtaking, grand-scale magic, and festive surprises for the whole family. This high-energy, interactive show blends their signature humor, jaw-dropping magic, and holiday cheer, creating a one-of-a-kind experience perfect for the season. Don’t miss this enchanting celebration filled with wonder, spectacle, and joy! “Dazzles audiences with a show like no other!” Broadway World “Spectacular family show… prepare to be astounded” Heart Radio “Mind-twisting, logic-defying entertainment” London Review “The most incredible show… you HAVE to check them out!” NBC

Four Seasons- The care You Trust is hosting a Rutherford County Community Memorial on 12.4.25. The event will include a reading of names of your loved ones who passed away in 2024-2025. Submit the name of your loved one (at the event), and receive a votive candle (battery operated) that you can turn on as their name is read. We will also acknowledge those who serve to protect us in our community and country. We will have a Chaplain start the event, and we can connect you to grief services at no cost to you. For more information, visit FourSeasonsCare.org/rutherford-memorial

Mark your calendars — December 5, 2025, through January 5, 2026 — the beloved Deck the Trees holiday tradition is back, bigger and brighter than ever!

Now celebrating 15 years, Deck the Trees will once again bring holiday wonder to Black Mountain and Swannanoa, all for a great cause. This cherished fundraiser benefits the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry (SVCM) Fuel Fund, which helps neighbors in need to keep their homes warm during winter.

This year’s theme, “Christmas in Music & Song,” will inspire more than 50 beautifully decorated trees across town. You’ll find many of them at Peri Social House, Tyson Furniture Company, and White Horse Black Mountain, plus dozens of other local businesses decked out for the season.

How It Works:
From December 5 to January 5, you can vote for your favorite tree(s) by donating $1 per vote. Vote as many times as you’d like. Every dollar goes directly to the SVCM Fuel Fund. Voting is easy:
-Scan the QR code at each tree to donate online
-Or drop cash or checks in the donation box next to the tree (Online donations encouraged)

Can’t Visit in Person?
A full list of locations — plus photos of every tree — will be posted soon on the SVCM Deck the Trees website so you can vote from anywhere.

Follow the Festivities:
Stay updated on this year’s dazzling displays and special moments by following SVCM on Facebook (facebook.com/svcmcares) and Instagram (@svcmwnc).

This holiday season, let your heart and your votes warm homes across our valley!