Jul 24 Thursday
Join us every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month for an Irish music session! Hosted by Cailen Campbell.
Join us the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month for an Old Time music jam right in our taproom!
Playing John Prine/Americana
Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star, “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing, and acting simultaneously, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of the opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to “thine own self” and all that jazz.
An evening of beauty and resilience through the art of dance. Terpsicorps’ world premiere of Appalachian Phoenix is more than a performance—it’s a testament to the strength, creativity, and unity of Western North Carolina. This powerful new work transforms real stories of kindness and perseverance in the wake of Hurricane Helene into breathtaking movement, music, and design. Terpsicorps, now in its 22nd year, features world-class dancers who will bring to life the true stories of local heroes, nominated by their communities. Their acts of kindness and courage shape the choreography, making Appalachian Phoenix a deeply personal and meaningful experience. Around 15,000 water bottles collected from the storm's debris will be utilized to create a remarkable translucent backdrop that will frame the choreography and reflect abstracted images of WNC projected onto its surface. The original score was created by composer Jeff Schmitt, along with River Guerguerian and Chris Rosser, of Free Planet Radio. It blends the past and present into a dynamic, inspiring, and evocative composition. The score fuses old-time, bluegrass, Afro-Appalachian folk, hip-hop, funk, blues-rock, and Latin rhythms. Collectively, they've performed at venues ranging from Carnegie Hall to the Merle Watson Festival, and the BBC Symphony Orchestra.
Widespread Panic After Party
Josh Blake’s Jukebox
Josh Blake’s Jukebox is a musical extravaganza that will transport you into that goldenzone of live, energetic, and inspired musical performances. Led by “The UnofficialMusical Mayor of Asheville” Josh Blake – (JamBase, Live For Live Music), eachJukebox show represents a collaborative, “All Star” cast featuring some of Josh’s friendsand favorite musical collaborators, each bringing their unique style and sound to thetable. With a repertoire spanning decades and genres, Josh Blake’s Jukebox isguaranteed to tear the roof off off the building with a blend of familiar classics, stretchedout improvisations, and original tunes from the cast of each performance. Get ready forthe phenomenon that is Josh Blake’s Jukebox, and to step into a musical journey like noother!To understand him as a musician, you first need to understand that his influence andconnections to the musicians living, working, and traveling through the greater Ashevillearea are unparalleled. Josh has played on stage with folks such as Warren Haynes,Oteil Burbridge, John Medeski, Marcus King, George Clinton, members of Ween, andso many more. His reputation is further elevated through the work he has done in thestudio with folks like Billy Strings, Leftover Salmon, Lettuce, The Motet, and hundreds ofother musicians and bands.
Punkadelick
Mike Dillon & Punkadelick is a band led by Mike Dillon, described as a punk-jazz hybrid that blends elements of punk rock, funk, and jazz. The band features Dillon on vibraphone, marimba, and other instruments, along with Brian Haas on keyboards and bass, and Nikki Glaspie on drums and vocals. They are known for their energetic live performances and their blend of innovative and provocative music.
Jul 25 Friday
Join Mattie Decker, a certified forest therapy guide for a relaxing 2 to 2.5-hour stroll through the forest at Grandfather Mountain. Through a series of invitations, you will have an opportunity to focus on being present in the moment, deepening your connection with nature and community and enjoying the many gifts nature has to offer. This event costs $40 for general admission and $34 for members of Grandfather Mountain’s Bridge Club – plus tax. Limited to 20 participants.
The Penland Gallery presents Family Dinner, an exhibition of wood sculpture by artist Vivian Chiu, through August 30. A reception will be held on Friday, July 18 from 4:30 to 6:30 PM with an artist talk at 4:30 PM.
The pieces in the exhibition are vessel forms made from pine crate wood. The artist received a gift of wooden shipping crates from Wing On Wo and Co, the oldest continuously operated storefront in Manhattan’s Chinatown. She dismantled them, cut them into hundreds of carefully calculated pieces, and then reassembled them into vessel forms that echo the porcelain wares that were shipped in the crates. Some of the pieces incorporate marquetry to create narrative imagery evoking stories of Chiu’s childhood in Hong Kong.
The work is beautiful and evocative, the technical complexity and execution are remarkable, and it all adds up to a breathtaking exhibition.
Come and enjoy colorful music activities from singing, dancing, shaking, creating and learning while having fun with local musician Ms. Marie at Haynes Branch on Friday, July 25th at 10:30am. We will have a chance to make your own instrument and then try it out! Music and colors go well together as we will find out by exploring various types of music with movement activities and voice exploration.
Join the Greer Farmers Market for it's 10th Anniversary year in Greer, each Sunday from May-August, 11AM-2PM. 30+ Farmers, Makers, and Bakers are nestled in scenic Greer City Park along with live music, food trucks, and kids activities. Come shop and eat local with us. We are a SNAP retailer, Healthy Bucks site, and have more food assistance programs TBA. Learn more at GreerFarmersMarket.com.