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For 20+ years, these five beloved bluegrass brothers have been known for dazzling live performances, a diehard fan base, and selling out wherever they go including 3 straight nights at Red Rocks.

Coach Music is a Standing Only club

Join Us! --- Our WNC MS Support Group invites individuals with MS, families, friends and other care partners to share common experiences and concerns, provide and receive emotional support, and obtain information related to Multiple Sclerosis. We learn about various aspects of living and coping with MS.
Our group is led by a person affected by MS. All groups are free of charge.

Spafford is known for their astonishing improvisational ability and off-the-cuff extended jams, Spafford paints a picture in real-time each night with a musical palette known only to each other. It’s a private language comprised of both their talent as musicians as well as their formidable catalog of influences, spanning 90’s alt-rock radio hits to Steely Dan and The Crystal Method. Each Spafford show is a sonic pilgrimage, the journey of a team of musicians so in tune with each other that a single note communicates intent and purpose. Spafford is amongst the most creative and hard-traveling bands on the contemporary jam scene, performing countless sold-out headline dates along with high profile festival sets at Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival, Firefly Music Festival, and many others.

Join medicinal herb farmers, buyers, herbalists, and more to celebrate the season at the 11th Annual NC Medicinal Herb Grower Buyer Event in Mills River, NC! The not-to-miss event for medicinal herb growers wanting to connect to potential buyers!
-Buyer presentations and "most wanted" lists, conversations about contract growing
-Opportunities for growers to share product samples of available herbs and planting stock
-Resource tables for growers
-Networking and celebrating medicinal herbs grown in North Carolina and the region
-Sponsorships and In-kind donations welcome

A world premiere musical spun from the Grimm Brothers’ classic — a tale of gold, grit, and a touch of magic, set to a captivating score that fuses folk, rap, and percussion.

The kingdom is in crisis, the villagers are hungry, and their future rests in the hands of a poor miller’s daughter. Her only hope is a daring bargain with a mysterious stranger — one that tests the worth of a name, the power of trust, and the courage to spark change.

This new musical explores the cost of greed and the grace of kindness, reminding us that what truly matters can’t be measured in gold.

Be the first to experience a brand-new American musical by Ben Mackel, developed through the Playhouse Jr. Licensing New Works Initiative. Created entirely under our roof, this world premiere offers new theatre for all — big and small — continuing a bright new chapter of storytelling from the Playhouse’s stage to the world’s.

Event Date and Time:
11/12 at 7 PM
11/13 at 7 PM
11/14 at 2PM & 6PM
11/15 at 2 PM.

STANDING ROOM ONLY

JESSE ROPER
Jesse Roper is a modern-day troubadour; a Canadian artist defined by his authenticity and adventurous spirit; guitar in hand and a grin on his face.

Jesse, along with long-time bandmates the Pretty Good Band, has spent much of the last few years travelling the highways, byways and backroads of North America, bringing his own brand of modern, indie-infused Americana blues to fervent audiences across the continent. Known for his powerhouse live performances, Jesse is truly electrifying on stage – his soulful vocals expanding across silky guitars and hard-hitting grooves. You’d never guess that this soldier of the six string – all mischief, mayhem and virtuoso guitar playing – experienced crippling stage-fright long into his 20s. Today, the stage is his home and he’s inviting you in, cold one in hand, for one helluva good time.

Of course, he’s more than a magnetising stage presence and great hair – Jesse has the goods to back this up. A master at connecting his personal experiences to his songwriting, he crafts wildly entertaining narratives of the challenges and eccentricities of life, pulling inspiration from all that surrounds him. His musings on love (both won and lost), the call of the road and the promise of what’s round the corner draw similarities to JJ Cale, Leon Bridges, and Alabama Shakes. His innate musical talent and flexibility of style have seen him play with soul icon Booker T. Jones, rock veteran Colin James, blues belter Beth Hart, and Canadian legend Burton Cummings. Across streaming platforms, he’s racked up over 500,000 monthly listeners and millions of streams.

While based in Victoria BC, Jesse is back on the road with the Pretty Good Band throughout 2026. All seasoned musicians themselves, the band is Matt Reid (bass), Chris Van Sickle (keys), East Coast Pete (guitar) and Brent Norman (drums). “Each one of these guys on their own is funnier and smarter than I am, but somehow I’m the band leader,” Jesse laughs. “I’m a lucky lead guy to have these cats in my band. They’re Pretty Good.”

Toe River Arts November Studio Tour | November 13–15, 2026

Discover the vibrant arts community of Western North Carolina during the Toe River Arts November Studio Tour, November 13–15! This free, self-guided tour features more than 75 artists and 13 galleries throughout Mitchell and Yancey counties.

Explore working artist studios, meet the makers, and discover exceptional handmade pottery, glass, jewelry, textiles, paintings, sculpture, and more. Whether you're an avid art collector or simply looking for a unique mountain experience, the Studio Tour offers a wonderful opportunity to explore the beautiful Toe River Valley, support local artists, and shop for one-of-a-kind treasures.

Admission is free and everyone is welcome!

Plan your visit and explore participating studios and galleries at https://toeriverarts.org/the-journey/the-events/studio-tour/

Free for Veterans and Active Military
Free meal for the first 100 veterans and their spouses, beginning at 5:15pm

North Carolina native Presley Barker is a singer/songwriter and guitarist on a mission to bring real country music back. Growing up with a deep appreciation for the outdoors and working on his family’s cattle farm, Barker knows the meaning of hard work, dedication, and what the country lifestyle is all about. Influenced by legendary artists like Doc Watson, Merle Haggard, and Waylon Jennings, Barker’s goal is to restore the authenticity of real country music and honor the traditions of those who paved the way. With his blend of traditional sounds and a fresh spin, Presley Barker is making his mark while staying true to the roots of country music.

Swannatopia Presents: BOOM BOOM BARNS is a free, all ages, ambient farm stroll and multimedia light show to be held on November 14, 2026 at Warren Wilson College. Organized in collaboration with WWC Art & Craft Department and The Center for Working Lands, BOOM BOOM BARNS will activate 5 acres of beautiful and historic barnscape as stages, projection surfaces, and installation spaces. This event will showcase many projects created by our arts, music, and farming community here in the Swannanoa River Valley and beyond.

Together we will look, listen, move, taste, and feel, as we participate in a temporal study of the landscape

Parking will open at 3pm and the day will kick off with a performance by the WWC Gamelan orchestra at 4pm, and live sets by Superflower & and Sally Anne Morgan Quartet, followed by the premiere of Swannatopia’s The Sweetest Sweet Potato Ballet- inspired by a true tale of time traveling tubers!

This event is made possible by Warren Wilson College, ArtsAVL Community Builds Grant and The Windgate Foundation.

Toe River Arts November Studio Tour | November 13–15, 2026

Discover the vibrant arts community of Western North Carolina during the Toe River Arts November Studio Tour, November 13–15! This free, self-guided tour features more than 75 artists and 13 galleries throughout Mitchell and Yancey counties.

Explore working artist studios, meet the makers, and discover exceptional handmade pottery, glass, jewelry, textiles, paintings, sculpture, and more. Whether you're an avid art collector or simply looking for a unique mountain experience, the Studio Tour offers a wonderful opportunity to explore the beautiful Toe River Valley, support local artists, and shop for one-of-a-kind treasures.

Admission is free and everyone is welcome!

Plan your visit and explore participating studios and galleries at https://toeriverarts.org/the-journey/the-events/studio-tour/

STANDING ROOM ONLY

CAITLIN KRISKO & THE BROADCAST

Caitlin Krisko & The Broadcast, led by Detroit native Caitlin Krisko, blend soulful blues, rock and roll, and emotionally charged songwriting into a bold take on modern roots rock. Rolling Stone called Krisko “one of the best kept vocal secrets of the southeast.”
Independently, the band has surpassed one million streams and released two self-produced EPs, landing singles on coveted Spotify editorial playlists including “Blue Ballads” and “Modern Blues Rock.” On the road, they’ve shared stages with Marcus King, Blackberry Smoke, Tedeschi Trucks Band, and Greta Van Fleet, while also appearing at major festivals across the US and UK. In 2026, the band was nominated for Best International Artist at the UK Blues Awards, leading towards a busy year of touring internationally and releasing new music.

https://185kingst.com/event/blue-ridge-betty/185-king-street/

Blue Ridge Betty is a 6-piece Americana Groove band who burst onto the live music scene of Western NC in the Fall of 2024. In less than 2 years, they’ve released two albums of original music, independently booked slots at beloved regional festivals Toe Down (June 2026) and Albino Skunk Fest (October 2025), and traveled from the High Country to the Upstate spreading their passion for live performance. Blue Ridge Betty has something to offer every music lover with their genre-crossing repertoire. Sets often include classic rock covers from bands like Pink Floyd and Derek and the Dominos, to clever mashups like their Talking Heads/David Bowie/Grateful Dead trifecta, to traditional bluegrass and contemporary folk, alongside a growing collection of original music that reflects their many influences. Though the setlists are always changing, Blue Ridge Betty remains grounded in their joy and gratitude for each opportunity to share their music with their audience and each other. Come see for yourself and let them know what genre they should add to the mix next!

The Greer Farmers Market is excited to announce the return of its Annual Chili Cookoff Fundraiser, happening Sunday, November 15, 11AM-2PM at Greer City Park.
This year’s event will feature more than 45 local farmers, makers, and bakers, alongside live music, food trucks, and family-friendly fun.
The highlight of the day is the Chili Cookoff, where community members can sample delicious chili recipes and cast their vote for the best. Taste tickets are just $1 each—purchase one ticket per contestant to try them all. Every ticket purchase supports the Greer Farmers Market and its food assistance programs.
Chili tasters will receive a voting stick to cast their ballot for the People’s Choice Award (votes must be submitted by 1:30 PM). In addition, a panel of expert judges will select the Judges’ Choice Award winner. Winners will be announced during the ceremony at 1:45 PM.
Competitors will continue serving chili until 2:00 PM or until sold out, so guests are encouraged to come hungry and try them all. Tickets and voting will be available at the Greer Farmers Market booths.
Want to compete? The Chili Cookoff is open to businesses, groups, and individuals. Sign-ups are available now at greerfarmersmarket.com through October 31.
Bring the whole family to enjoy an evening of local shopping, great food, and community spirit. All vendors are local within 50 miles of Greer, making this event a true celebration of Greer and the Upstate.
Also don’t miss:
Christmas Festival:10AM-2PM
December 5 and 6 in Greer City Park
About the Greer Farmers Market
Since its founding in 2015, the Greer Farmers Market has grown from a small gathering of 10 vendors on Trade Street to a thriving non-profit 501(c)(3) organization hosting year-round events at Greer City Park. Today, the market regularly features over 70 vendors and welcomes more than 2,000 attendees at peak events. Seasonal markets are held weekly from May through August and monthly from September through April, culminating in the annual 2-day Christmas Festival.

– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE

Supernatural is a musical project and a folk-process experiment in song preservation. Traditional music has survived for generations because people sing songs in a room, others hear them, and someone carries them forward.

Inspired by Widespread Panic—and the band’s ability to bring older songs and overlooked songwriters to new audiences—Supernatural was originally formed to perform the music of Vic Chesnutt. The project has since expanded to include what it calls “third-generation tunes”: covers of covers that give a song another life. Its repertoire includes songs carried forward by Widespread Panic from artists such as Chesnutt, Talking Heads, Tom Petty, Neil Young, Leonard Cohen and many others.

Songwriters create the songs, but song carriers keep them alive; the folk process depends equally on both. In that spirit, Supernatural is not built around a fixed lineup, but an evolving cast of musicians who gather to interpret, share, and pass the music along.

Flat Rock, N.C. – The Friends of Music & the Arts series at the Episcopal Church of St.
John in the Wilderness prepares for the Christmas season with a return performance by
pianist Thomas Keesecker, Sunday, November 15 at 4:00 p.m. Open to the public, the free
concert will be held in the spacious Parish Hall opposite the church at 1905 Greenville
Highway, Flat Rock.
Thomas Keesecker has spent most of his career as Director of Music for churches in
Virginia, Maryland and Montana. In 2017, he decided to focus on composing and
performing his music throughout the country. His distinctive style combines classical
foundations with jazz improvisation. Celtic and folk influences lend a special charm to
his inspiring compositions.
Mr. Keesecker entertained an enthusiastic audience in May, 2025 in the Parish Hall and this
November his performance will feature music of Harvest, Advent and Christmas from
Keesecker’s CDs “Wintertide” and the “Quiet Center.” He introduces these pieces with
anecdotes about his years in music ministry interspersed with the beloved poetry of Mary
Oliver. Audiences delight in his expressive arrangements that bring hymn music to life.
MorningStar has published his award-winning CDs which are also available on most
streaming platforms.
Donations will be appreciated to support Friends of Music & the Arts ongoing series.
For more information visit www.stjohnflatrock.org.

Deborah Silverstein and Chuck Brodsky invite you to an afternoon of acoustic folk music where both artists will showcase how their individual identities as Jews weave through the fabric of a lifetime of songwriting.

Chuck Brodsky is a 31 year Asheville resident who has been touring for 34 years all across the USA, Israel, Ireland, Scotland, Denmark, England, Lithuania, Latvia, and Canada. He was recently inducted into the Philadelphia Jewish Sports Hall of Fame for his songs about Baseball, and 22 of his songs are in the National Baseball Hall of Fame library. He’s performed at the Hall of Fame 3 times. His 14 albums include funny songs, poignant songs, Baseball songs, songs about the Holocaust, and several others with Jewish content.
His music has been used by ESPN, NPR, NFL Films, Sony Pictures, Dr. Demento, ABC’s Good Morning America, and the film “Jews and Baseball: An American Love Story.” His "We Are Each Other’s Angels” was sung by Kathy Mattea in a film, and many of his other songs have been recorded by various artists.
He lived in Israel picking fruit on a kibbutz 3 different times in his 20’s.

Deborah Silverstein is a lifelong singer-songwriter, recording artist, visual artist and newly minted musical playwright. She was a founding member of the Boston-based New Harmony Sisterhood Band, whose album, And Aint I a Woman, now resides in the Smithsonian Folk Life Collection. Her subsequent solo release, Around the Next Bend, on the Flying Fish/Rounder label, was nominated for the Boston Music Awards Folk Album of the Year.

Mountain MAMA: Songs that bring me homeOpening sets w/ Andrew Atkins and McKinney, Derian Blane, Lyndsay Pruett, and Colby Elswick

Melissa McKinney’s Birthday Show:

The evening will start with an acoustic set with Andrew Atkins, an Appalachian folk singer-songwriter from West Virginia, followed by a set with Melissa and her daughter McKinney, Derian Blane, Colby Elswick, and Lyndsay Pruett performing songs that Melissa grew up on. The night will end with a set of fresh new tunes from MAMA and her band.

The Rotary Club of Asheville invites the community to its 9th annual Nashville Songwriters in the Round: An Intimate Concert Experience, benefiting the Rotary Club of Asheville Tennent Scholarship Fund. Presented by Southeastern Container, this year's singer songwriters are Tiffany Goss, Bridgette Tatum, Andy Austin and Lauren Lucas.

I'm People Tour
Hiss Golden Messenger
Thursday, November 19
Show: 8 pm
The Orange Peel
Ages 18+