Winter Wonderland Celebration

Mon-Sat 8:00am-6:00pm

Sunday 12:00pm-5:00pm

The historic Grove Arcade in downtown Asheville is a special place to visit any time of year. From Nov. 17 to Jan. 4, Grove Arcade guests also can recapture the holiday magic of yesteryear with the annual Winter Wonderland celebration.

The Nov. 17 opening-night festivities from 5-8 p.m. include a Deck the Halls Lighting Celebration; a performance by the Asheville Symphony Chorus starting at 6 p.m.; Story Time and Photos with Santa Claus; Tree Ornament Making and Santa Paws Fund and Food Collection, benefiting Asheville Humane Society; Holiday Cider and Cookies; and, as always, Local Shopping and Dining in the alluring Grove Arcade. No admission is charged, but guests are encouraged to bring dog and/or cat food that evening to support the Santa Paws program.

In addition to shopping and dining, ongoing Winter Wonderland events at the Grove Arcade include return appearances by Santa Claus from 1-5 p.m. on Dec. 3, 10 and 17. And starting Nov. 22, the building features a Gingerbread House Display in partnership with The Omni Grove Park Inn, celebrating the 25th year of its National Gingerbread House Competition. It all adds up to a lengthy season of wonder in one of Asheville’s architectural treasures.

“The Grove Arcade is a beautiful, historic building; when she puts on her holiday finery she becomes a sparkling jewel not to be missed,” says Ruth Summers, Grove Arcade executive director. “Our opening-night celebration of Winter Wonderland is designed for the entire family: music with the Symphony Chorus, the jolly old fellow, cookies and cider, ornament decorating and more.

“We hope people of all ages will make the Grove Arcade part of their Christmas and holiday tradition, as they come see us for this free, family-friendly event.”

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Fire on the Mountain Blacksmith Festival 2018

Join hundreds of blacksmiths and thousands of visitors in Spruce Pine, NC on April 30th for this annual festival celebrating the art of the blacksmith. Coordinated by Spruce Pine Main Street, Penland School of Crafts, the Toe River Arts Council and local smiths, the festival gets bigger and better every year!

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Annual Holiday Open House

Come celebrate the holiday season with us at our annual Holiday Open House on November 18-19! Throughout the weekend we will have members of the Southern Highland Craft Guild demonstrating their process, as well as light fare and refreshments with music! Find out more below!

Featured Makers:

Amy Brandenburg of Amy Brandenburg Studio will demonstrate how she makes precious metal clay jewelry. “My jewelry is inspired by styles from the turn of the 20th century: predominantly Arts and Crafts, focusing on handmade items and Art Nouveau which embodies flowing lines, nature and an appreciation for beauty. My pieces are also influenced by my love of architecture and miniatures because I believe that objects altered from their original size provide a sense of magic and wonder. These pieces are modern heirlooms.”

Jeffrey Neil will showcase his wood working skills in creating wooden boxes. “I have mainly taught myself the pleasures and agonies of working with many of the American hardwoods. Over the past 35+ years, I have enjoyed crafting many pieces of furniture however I have found the most challenge in making small heirloom and jewelry boxes using many of the same techniques as fine furniture makers.”

Featured Music:

Pianist/composer, Robert Thomas will be performing Saturday, November 18th from 1-3pm. Robert’s compositions draw from a wide spectrum of influences ranging from jazz and blues to new age and Celtic.

Sue Richards specializes in traditional Irish, Scottish, and Scandinavian music on the Celtic harp and will be performing Sunday, Nov. 19th from 1-3

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Listening Session

You’re cordially invited to participate in Montford North Star Academy’s Listening Session. It will be held on Thursday, November 16th from 5:30 – 7:30 PM.

Parents and community stakeholders from all of our schools are welcome to attend.

Montford North Star Academy is a STEAM focused school for middle grades students. STEAM provides students with the opportunity to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. Our rising 6th and 7th graders will continue this focus for the next school year and 8th graders the following year.

On Thursday, we’re seeking feedback from our community about the possibilities of additional educational opportunities.

Your feedback is important, as Asheville City Schools looks to provide the best educational opportunities for all of our students.

We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, November 16th from 5:30 – 7:30 PM at Montford North Star Academy.

November, 15
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Out of School Movie

Four kids travel through a wardrobe to the land of Narnia and learn of their destiny to free it with the guidance of a mystical lion. Based on the book by C. S. Lewis
Rated PG
Recommended Age 8+

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Farmstead Christmas: Meet Santa!

Admission to this event is free. Come one, come all to the farm for the holidays! We will have hot apple cider, hot chocolate, hot coffee, and s’mores to roast on open fire. Holiday goodies will be available in the Farm Store such as garlands, wreaths, jingle bells, and more.

We will have a number of festive fun activities, such as:

Meet Santa and take your photo with him! (Free!)
Holiday Horse Rides: $7 per person

Be sure to bring your camera! Rides are weather permitting.

December 9th 1-4pm
December 10th 1-4pm
December 16th 1-4pm
December 17th 1-4pm

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The Festive 5: A 5 Night Event to Kickoff the Holiday Season

Join us for a five night performance competition to kick off the holiday season. Performers will be performing live in the Mall to spread holiday cheer. Supporters can vote for their favorite performance throughout the week of the event. Voting opens November 12th and will remain open until November 18th. The act with the most votes will win the title of the city’s Festive Favorite! The winner will receive the Festive Favorite award and be announced in a special Facebook live event.

Be sure to come out this week, watch the performances and visit www.thefestivefive.com to vote on your favorite!

5 PM • Wed • Nov 14th … East Henderson High Dance Team

6 PM • Thurs • Nov 15th … Hendersonville High School Chamber Orchestra

7 PM • Thurs • Nov 15th … Releve Performing Arts Center

5 PM • Fri • Nov 16th … Art of Dance Studio

6 PM • Fri • Nov 16th … Meghan Woods

7 PM • Fri• Nov 16th … Carolina

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Key Log Rolling Basic Session

Dec 5th, 7th, 14th, 19th & 21st, 5:30pm-6:30

Key Log Rolling Basic Sessions at Waynesville Recreation Center Pool with Waynesville Parks & Recreation. All ages.

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The 9th Annual Marshall Handmade Market

The Marshall Handmade Market happens every autumn on the Saturday before Thanksgiving at Marshall High Studios in Marshall, NC, from 10am to 5pm. The studios are housed in a 1920’s two story brick high school, which is nestled on a little island in the French Broad River. On show day the spacious, sunny auditorium is filled with some of the best makers in the region, and the resident artists open the doors of their classrooms-turned-studios to visitors. We’ll have delicious Thai food from the Bun Intended food truck,sweet and savory pastries from OWL Bakery, a musician or two, and plenty of seating on the generous back deck. Our idyllic island setting, the charming historic high school and fantastic artists all combine to make the Marshall Handmade Market a favorite among holiday markets for locals and visitors.

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50 cent Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

50¢ Grilled Cheese sandwiches at all area Sonic Drive-In restaurants.

“Each Grilled Cheese is 50¢. Tax not included. Add-Ons cost extra. Limit 5. Not good in conjunction with any other offer or combo. Offer valid only on November 15, 2017, while supplies last at participating SONIC® Drive-In locations.”