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Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Racial Justice Workshop
Sep 9 @ 11:30 am
YWCA of Asheville

The YWCA Racial Justice Workshop is open to our entire YWCA Asheville community – including our staff, volunteers, board, donors, program participants, Fitness Center and community members. This 90-minute workshop will take place on the second Tuesday of each month at 11:30 am and will be facilitated by Gerry Leonard, Racial Justice & Outreach Specialist and Lexus Walker, Tzedek Social Justice Fellow.

 

Books Over Drinks with Sarah McCoy
Sep 9 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
M.Judson Booksellers

From New York Times bestselling author Sarah McCoy—a spellbinding novel based on a true story: a beautiful young movie star of Hollywood’s Golden Age gives up her bright career to become a nun. If you love Kristen Harmel and Allison Pataki, you do not want to miss Books Over Drinks with Sarah McCoy!

Wednesday, September 10, 2025
NC Mountain State Fair
Sep 10 all-day
WNC Ag Center

The NC Mountain State Fair, September 5th-14th, 2025, is a truly memorable family event that offers top-notch entertainment, food, fun, and exhibits, that focuses on the region’s deep agricultural roots.

Community Dinner
Sep 10 @ 6:30 pm
YWCA of Asheville

Gather with your community for a FREE tasty meal, lessons on healthy eating and information on Double Up Food Bucks (a new program through SNAP)! Community Dinners are held on the second Wednesday of each month from 6 – 7:30 pm. FREE childcare provided.

Seating is limited. Reserve your seat online.

For more information, contact Leah Berger-Singer, Preventive Health Coordinator at (828) 254-7206 ext. 212 or [email protected].

Thursday, September 11, 2025
NC Mountain State Fair
Sep 11 all-day
WNC Ag Center

The NC Mountain State Fair, September 5th-14th, 2025, is a truly memorable family event that offers top-notch entertainment, food, fun, and exhibits, that focuses on the region’s deep agricultural roots.

In Conversation with Dan Leach
Sep 11 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
M. Judson Booksellers

Join us for a free In Conversation event with Dan Leach to support his new novel, Junah at the End of the World! He will be in conversation with fellow author Scott Gould.

True Home Open Mic at Flood Gallery
Sep 11 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Flood Gallery

Uncensored expression: anyone is invited to step up to share song, music, poetry, comedy, rants & raves!

The most eclectic open mic around, in a welcoming gallery setting! 6 pm signup, perform 6:30-8:30 pm.

Friday, September 12, 2025
NC Mountain State Fair
Sep 12 all-day
WNC Ag Center

The NC Mountain State Fair, September 5th-14th, 2025, is a truly memorable family event that offers top-notch entertainment, food, fun, and exhibits, that focuses on the region’s deep agricultural roots.

Saturday, September 13, 2025
NC Mountain State Fair
Sep 13 all-day
WNC Ag Center

The NC Mountain State Fair, September 5th-14th, 2025, is a truly memorable family event that offers top-notch entertainment, food, fun, and exhibits, that focuses on the region’s deep agricultural roots.

Rocky Cove Railroad Exhibit
Sep 13 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
NC Arboretum

On exhibit Saturdays and Sundays from 12 – 4 p.m., Rocky Cove Railroad is a G-Scale (garden scale) model train that demonstrates the coming of trains to western North Carolina at the turn of the 20th century. The exhibit is located below the Grand Promenade. Please note, Rocky Cove Railroad will not operate in rainy or wet conditions.

Sunday, September 14, 2025
NC Mountain State Fair
Sep 14 all-day
WNC Ag Center

The NC Mountain State Fair, September 5th-14th, 2025, is a truly memorable family event that offers top-notch entertainment, food, fun, and exhibits, that focuses on the region’s deep agricultural roots.

Rocky Cove Railroad Exhibit
Sep 14 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
NC Arboretum

On exhibit Saturdays and Sundays from 12 – 4 p.m., Rocky Cove Railroad is a G-Scale (garden scale) model train that demonstrates the coming of trains to western North Carolina at the turn of the 20th century. The exhibit is located below the Grand Promenade. Please note, Rocky Cove Railroad will not operate in rainy or wet conditions.

Monday, September 15, 2025
Lunch & Lit with Hank Phillippi Ryan
Sep 15 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Soby's

“Master of suspense” (Publishers Weekly) and USA Today bestselling author Hank Phillippi Ryan returns with a thrilling novel about a bestselling author being stalked on tour. If you love Megan Miranda and Stacy Willingham, you do not want to miss Lunch & Lit with Hank Phillippi Ryan!

Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Empower Hour
Sep 16 @ 11:30 am
YWCA of Asheville

Join us for Empower Hour, a one-hour program and facility tour where you will experience firsthand the YWCA’s work to bridge gaps in earning power, education, health & wellness and access to childcare.

Empower Hours take place twice a month on the first and third Tuesday at 11:30 am.
Lunch is served as part of our Empower Hour, so reservations are required.

To make a reservation: contact Elizabeth Alvandi, Advancement Assistant, at (828) 254-7206 ext. 103 or [email protected].

Open Mic Night
Sep 16 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

Calling all poets and authors! Hosted by the South Carolina Governor’s School, this open mic night is a great way to showcase your latest writing project. Open to all, sign up at the event for a 5 minute time slot!

Wednesday, September 17, 2025
In Conversation with John Rhea
Sep 17 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

Join us for a free event for SC author John Rhea for his new book, Lifer. He will be in conversation with author Michel Stone.

Thursday, September 18, 2025
In Conversation with Carol Baldwin
Sep 18 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
M. Judson Booksellers

Join us for a free In Conversation event with author Carol Baldwin for her new book, Half-Truths! She will be joined by fellow author Jo Hackl.

True Home Open Mic at Flood Gallery
Sep 18 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Flood Gallery

Uncensored expression: anyone is invited to step up to share song, music, poetry, comedy, rants & raves!

The most eclectic open mic around, in a welcoming gallery setting! 6 pm signup, perform 6:30-8:30 pm.

Aged to Perfection
Sep 18 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Events at Judson Mill

Get ready to raise a glass, hit the dance floor, and party like it’s 2006! Join us at the Events at Judson Mill for a high-energy night of bold flavors, smooth bourbon, and electrifying beats from Steel Toe Stilletto. An all-star lineup of chefs will be serving up globally inspired bites, perfectly paired with signature cocktails from Suntory Global Spirits, plus plenty of beer and wine to keep the good times flowing. Don’t just stand there—grab a drink, find your groove, and help us kick off our 20th anniversary in style!

Friday, September 19, 2025
Green Valley Country Club 2025 Golf & Concert
Sep 19 @ 4:30 pm
Green Valley Country Club

Join us for an incredible day of fun at Green Valley Country Club on Friday, September 19!

This special event includes a charity golf tournament and an evening concert featuring LOCASH, whose hit “Hometown Home” is currently No. 1 on the Country Billboard chart! 🎶

You can choose how you participate:

⛳ Golf only

🎟️ Concert only (VIP and General Admission available)

🏌️‍♂️🎶 Or make it a full day and enjoy both!

All food and drinks are included with your concert ticket—no extra fees once you’re in!