Community Calendar

All throughout September, guests are invited to join the mountain’s naturalists as they count and celebrate the annual spectacle of fall raptor migration. Participants can observe the migration from viewing locations on Linville Peak (across the Mile High Swinging Bridge) and Half Moon Overlook (the first major overlook when entering the park). Included with admission.

The word craft-itarianism was coined by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez to name artistic projects that generate employment, raise awareness, or offer therapeutic support through craft. These programs provide a space where people affected by addiction, incarceration, and gun violence can find solidarity while learning a skill.

Craft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft celebrates nonprofits and artists who believe in—and actively practice—the power of craft to support and empower individuals and communities.

This exhibition was curated by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez. Launched in 2017, the Curatorial Fellowship supports emerging curators exploring new ideas about craft with mentorship, professional development, and a $5,000 honorarium to realize an exhibition.

On view February 27, 2026–September 27, 2026.

Join us in our downtown jewelry studio and create a piece of jewelry you'll be proud to wear! Choose from a variety of projects, including rings, earrings, charms, pendants, and more. You'll personalize your design with your own creative touches while learning basic jewelry-making techniques in a fun, welcoming environment.

Whether you're making a keepsake for yourself or a meaningful handmade gift, you'll leave with a one-of-a-kind piece and the satisfaction of saying, "I made that!"

*Drop in starting at 1pm. Arrive by 3 to be sure you have time to complete the piece you want!

Prices start at just $25 and vary by project, with options available in sterling silver, brass, and a selection of gemstones.

Kid-friendly! Suitable for ages 6 and up. Younger participants or certain projects may require assistance from a parent or guardian to ensure everyone stays safe while creating.

Great for couples, bridemaid parties, girls time out, and everyone in between!

COME JAM ON TUESDAYS!
Fireforge's Open Bluegrass Acoustic Jam with hosts Matt Purinton and Sam Kruer is every Tuesday evening from 6:30-8:30 pm! Everyone with an acoustic instrument is welcome to play. Come jam or listen and request tunes! It’s going to be a ton of picking and grinning . See you there!

MEET THE HOSTS
Matt and Sam are both veterans of the Greenville music scene. While both are steeped in bluegrass, they’re versatile in their ability to play many styles. Matt’s fiery mandolin playing and Sam’s rock solid bass grooves enable them to make an exciting bluegrass sound that you’ll want to rock with!

The Jazz Showcase is curated by esteemed pianist, scholar, and UNC Asheville music professor Dr. Bill Bares; this showcase series is dedicated to bringing the region’s finest jazz musicians and most compelling sounds to our stage in a true listening room experience.

Pour a drink and duck for cover — domestic bliss is about to get messy.

Meet Felix: impeccably pressed, emotionally distressed, and suddenly single. Meet Oscar: charmingly rumpled, habitually late, and blissfully allergic to coasters. When Felix moves in with his old pal Oscar after a marital meltdown, neatness meets nonsense, and the sparks fly.

Ashtrays overflow, tempers flare, and laughter fills the living room in Neil Simon’s effervescent comedy of friendship, forgiveness, and the fine art of driving each other crazy.

The Odd Couple is a classic cocktail of chaos and charm. Proof that opposites attract… so long as they don’t share a kitchen.

Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

All throughout September, guests are invited to join the mountain’s naturalists as they count and celebrate the annual spectacle of fall raptor migration. Participants can observe the migration from viewing locations on Linville Peak (across the Mile High Swinging Bridge) and Half Moon Overlook (the first major overlook when entering the park). Included with admission.

The word craft-itarianism was coined by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez to name artistic projects that generate employment, raise awareness, or offer therapeutic support through craft. These programs provide a space where people affected by addiction, incarceration, and gun violence can find solidarity while learning a skill.

Craft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft celebrates nonprofits and artists who believe in—and actively practice—the power of craft to support and empower individuals and communities.

This exhibition was curated by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez. Launched in 2017, the Curatorial Fellowship supports emerging curators exploring new ideas about craft with mentorship, professional development, and a $5,000 honorarium to realize an exhibition.

On view February 27, 2026–September 27, 2026.

Join us in our downtown jewelry studio and create a piece of jewelry you'll be proud to wear! Choose from a variety of projects, including rings, earrings, charms, pendants, and more. You'll personalize your design with your own creative touches while learning basic jewelry-making techniques in a fun, welcoming environment.

Whether you're making a keepsake for yourself or a meaningful handmade gift, you'll leave with a one-of-a-kind piece and the satisfaction of saying, "I made that!"

*Drop in starting at 1pm. Arrive by 3 to be sure you have time to complete the piece you want!

Prices start at just $25 and vary by project, with options available in sterling silver, brass, and a selection of gemstones.

Kid-friendly! Suitable for ages 6 and up. Younger participants or certain projects may require assistance from a parent or guardian to ensure everyone stays safe while creating.

Great for couples, bridemaid parties, girls time out, and everyone in between!

September Theme: Stone & Tool Swap
Have gemstones, tools, findings, books, or supplies collecting dust? Bring a few items you no longer use and trade them for something new to inspire your next project. You never know what treasure you'll discover!

No pressure to swap—you're welcome to come just to socialize.

Optional: Bring a small snack or dish to share as we enjoy a relaxed evening together. Come and go as you please.

Whether you're new to jewelry making or have decades of experience, we hope you'll join us for this fun, casual night of connection and community.

Free to attend • All jewelers welcome

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