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Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Books Over Drinks with Chris Whitaker
Oct 22 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

An epic, soaring coming-of-age story, All the Colors of the Dark shows the cost of keeping things hidden, how love can grow stronger over the years, about what lurks in the shadows of obsession and the blinding light of hope. If you love Jodi Picoult and Kristin Hannah, you do not want to miss Books Over Drinks with Chris Whitaker!

Thursday, October 23, 2025
In Conversation with Omkari Williams
Oct 23 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

Join us for a free In Conversation event with author and activist Omkari Williams to discuss her new book, Micro Activism: How You Can Make a Difference in the World (Without A Bullhorn)!

Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 23 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Friday, October 24, 2025
Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 24 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Saturday, October 25, 2025
Pop-Up Author Kimalee Finelli
Oct 25 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

Stop by M. Judson for a free pop up with local author Kimalee Finelli and her new book, Under Authority!

ABOUT THE BOOK:

A powerful Reverend with a hidden agenda. A blind and fearful congregation. In this unusual account of Kate Elliot’s experience as a victim of a manipulative church leader, Kate arrives home in Twin River’s Junction after a long absence. As phantoms from long ago emerge, she must return to the place where it all began. Will Kate be able to face her tormented past and find the answers she’s looking for along with the courage to forgive?

Trick or Trail 5k & 1 Mile
Oct 25 @ 10:00 am
Nelon's Feed

We’re back in the heart of Hendersonville and we’re bringing some spirited fun—with an awesome new race shirt and shiny finisher medal for every participant. Costumes? Highly encouraged. FOMO? Guaranteed if you skip it. Run or walk through the Historic 7th Avenue District with a crowd of costumed runners, then keep the party going at the Fall Festival just steps from the finish line!

Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 25 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Vibrations & Vibes: A Henna Sound Bath
Oct 25 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Greenville Yoga

This is a one-hour immersive ceremony where sound and skin art unfold in real time.

As Callie Adams plays crystal singing bowls live, the space is filled with vibration and intention. Henna artist Art Nehart tunes into the energy, creating intuitive designs flowing like vines across the skin.

You may choose to receive henna or simply rest in the sonic field.
All participants are held in a space of beauty, breath, and belonging.

To preserve the intimacy of this offering, advance registration is required.
Henna adornment is limited and walk-ins are not available.

Sunday, October 26, 2025
Southeastern Animal Fiber Festival
Oct 26 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
WNC Ag Center

Be sure and mark your calendars for SAFF 2025!

There are classes on Thursday. No shopping, no selling.  We are setting up.

Friday, October 24- (9 am – 5 pm)
Saturday, October 25 – (9 am – 5 pm)
Sunday, October 26- (9 am – 4 pm)

The event is located at the WNC Agricultural Center, in Fletcher, NC, across Hwy 280 from the Asheville Regional Airport. (Exit 40 off I-26).

Admission will be $5/person per day. $10 pass for 3 days. Youth under 13 yrs. old will be free. Bring cash! Only at gate..no early ticket sales

Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 26 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Monday, October 27, 2025
Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 27 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 28 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 29 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Books Over Drinks with A.T. Qureshi
Oct 29 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

A cozy romantic fantasy novel for fans of Legends and Lattes and Assistant to the Villain, with friends-to-lovers, small-town setting and baby dragons. This friendship is going up in flames, and you do not want to miss Books Over Drinks with A.T. Qureshi for Baby Dragon Bakery! She will be in conversation with fellow author Beth Revis.

Thursday, October 30, 2025
Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 30 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Puppy Pals Live
Oct 30 @ 6:00 pm
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium

Sit, Stay, and Get Ready for a Howling Good Time!

Puppy Pals LIVE is a family fun action-packed show where adopted and rescued dogs perform spectacular stunts and breathtaking feats. Watch as we lead the puppies and audience through challenging and comical tricks as the pooches show everyone who is really boss! Full of canine stunts and laugh-out-loud canine comedy it is no surprise this show has been a hit all over America!

Saturday, November 1, 2025
Pet Costume Contest at Gather GVL 🐾🎃
Nov 1 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Gather GVL

Bring your four-legged friend and join us for our Pet Costume Contest at Gather GVL! 🐶✨

🎭 Contest Begins: 2:00 PM
📅 Saturday, November 1st, 2025
📍 Gather GVL, 126 Augusta St, Greenville, SC 29601

Prizes will be awarded for:
🏆 Funniest Pup
😱 Scariest Pup
😍 Cutest Pup

Come for the costumes, stay for the fun! Don’t miss this paws-itively adorable event to wrap up Halloweekend. 🧡👻

Saturday, November 8, 2025
Out of the Darkness Walk for AFSP
Nov 8 @ 9:00 am
Conestee Park

Out of the Darkness Walk
Event Date: Saturday, November 8th, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM Check-in | 10:00 AM Start
Conestee Park

250-Rep Team Workout
Nov 8 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
CrossFit Vibrant
250-Rep Team Workout to Honor Veterans and Kick Off America’s 250th Birthday
On November 8, 2025, veterans and supporters will gather at CrossFit Vibrant 20 Maple Creek Circle,
Greenville, SC to complete the WOD for Warriors A250 to help kick off celebrations of America’s 250th
birthday. Participants will work in teams of 2–5 to complete 250 total reps of various exercises with
250-meter runs in between. The A250 workout is simple, accessible, and symbolic and honors the 250
years of resilience, sacrifice, and freedom made possible by our nation’s Veterans.
WOD for Warriors is hosted nationally by Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB), a nonprofit organization
forging America’s leading health and wellness community for veterans.
Veterans and supporters will complete a functional, team-based workout of 250 reps with 250-meter runs
in between. This visually engaging and symbolic event honors veterans and commemorates 250 years of
America’s resilience and freedom made possible by our nation’s military and veterans.
Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB) is a nonprofit organization forging America’s leading health and
wellness community for veterans. Through inclusive events, programming, and community connections,
Team RWB empowers veterans to focus on health, fitness, and belonging so their best days are still
ahead.
250-Rep Team Workout
Nov 8 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
CrossFit Vibrant
250-Rep Team Workout to Honor Veterans and Kick Off America’s 250th Birthday
On November 8, 2025, veterans and supporters will gather at CrossFit Vibrant 20 Maple Creek Circle,
Greenville, SC to complete the WOD for Warriors A250 to help kick off celebrations of America’s 250th
birthday. Participants will work in teams of 2–5 to complete 250 total reps of various exercises with
250-meter runs in between. The A250 workout is simple, accessible, and symbolic and honors the 250
years of resilience, sacrifice, and freedom made possible by our nation’s Veterans.
WOD for Warriors is hosted nationally by Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB), a nonprofit organization
forging America’s leading health and wellness community for veterans.
Veterans and supporters will complete a functional, team-based workout of 250 reps with 250-meter runs
in between. This visually engaging and symbolic event honors veterans and commemorates 250 years of
America’s resilience and freedom made possible by our nation’s military and veterans.
Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB) is a nonprofit organization forging America’s leading health and
wellness community for veterans. Through inclusive events, programming, and community connections,
Team RWB empowers veterans to focus on health, fitness, and belonging so their best days are still
ahead.