
We Love Our Public Lands: In Words and Art
An evening of evocative art, photography, poetry, and community storytelling focused on protecting public lands, hosted by regional conservation groups in a relaxed taproom setting at The Mule.
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Neighborhood Pi Day pie bake off in a lively taproom where amateur bakers present sweet and savory pies for community judging and mingling over Devil's Foot beverages.

Neighborhood Pi Day pie bake off in a lively taproom where amateur bakers present sweet and savory pies for community judging and mingling over Devil's Foot beverages.
Neighborhood Pi Day pie bake off in a lively taproom where amateur bakers present sweet and savory pies for community judging and mingling over Devil's Foot beverages.

Female-led pop up market of local makers and women vendors at The Mule, offering handmade goods, gifts, and community shopping to support small businesses for International Women's Day.

Female-led pop up market of local makers and women vendors at The Mule, offering handmade goods, gifts, and community shopping to support small businesses for International Women's Day.
Female-led pop up market of local makers and women vendors at The Mule, offering handmade goods, gifts, and community shopping to support small businesses for International Women's Day.

Intimate acoustic sets of Appalachian tinged folk led by female vocalists, emphasizing close harmonies and storytelling in a cozy taproom at Devil's Foot Beverage with a craft beer atmosphere.

Intimate acoustic sets of Appalachian tinged folk led by female vocalists, emphasizing close harmonies and storytelling in a cozy taproom at Devil's Foot Beverage with a craft beer atmosphere.
Intimate acoustic sets of Appalachian tinged folk led by female vocalists, emphasizing close harmonies and storytelling in a cozy taproom at Devil's Foot Beverage with a craft beer atmosphere.

Celebratory EP release night featuring live vocal performances, screening of Echo Mountain studio session videos, curated specialty cocktails and mocktails, and prizes—no cover charge for this rescheduled indoor late-night party.

Celebratory EP release night featuring live vocal performances, screening of Echo Mountain studio session videos, curated specialty cocktails and mocktails, and prizes—no cover charge for this rescheduled indoor late-night party.
Celebratory EP release night featuring live vocal performances, screening of Echo Mountain studio session videos, curated specialty cocktails and mocktails, and prizes—no cover charge for this rescheduled indoor late-night party.

Soft lit opening reception for a botanical focused exhibition, presenting floral paintings, prints, and mixed media pieces; attendees can mingle with artists among curated gallery installations in a convivial community arts setting.

Soft lit opening reception for a botanical focused exhibition, presenting floral paintings, prints, and mixed media pieces; attendees can mingle with artists among curated gallery installations in a convivial community arts setting.
Soft lit opening reception for a botanical focused exhibition, presenting floral paintings, prints, and mixed media pieces; attendees can mingle with artists among curated gallery installations in a convivial community arts setting.
Late-night community film screening at The Mule (Devil's Foot Beverage) accompanied by an on-site food truck; organized by WREN Center for an intimate, social movie-night atmosphere.
Late-night community film screening at The Mule (Devil's Foot Beverage) accompanied by an on-site food truck; organized by WREN Center for an intimate, social movie-night atmosphere.
Late-night community film screening at The Mule (Devil's Foot Beverage) accompanied by an on-site food truck; organized by WREN Center for an intimate, social movie-night atmosphere.
Intimate spoken word readings led by collegiate and award winning poets delivering confessional, rhythm-driven pieces with conversational cadence and open mic community energy in a dimly lit gallery setting.
Intimate spoken word readings led by collegiate and award winning poets delivering confessional, rhythm-driven pieces with conversational cadence and open mic community energy in a dimly lit gallery setting.
Intimate spoken word readings led by collegiate and award winning poets delivering confessional, rhythm-driven pieces with conversational cadence and open mic community energy in a dimly lit gallery setting.

Evening of contemporary poetry and acoustic music in an intimate parlor setting, pairing local poets with visiting readers for curated readings and short musical interludes.

Evening of contemporary poetry and acoustic music in an intimate parlor setting, pairing local poets with visiting readers for curated readings and short musical interludes.
Evening of contemporary poetry and acoustic music in an intimate parlor setting, pairing local poets with visiting readers for curated readings and short musical interludes.

Tight, joke-driven stand-up sets in Salt Face Mule's laid-back brewery taproom; local comedians deliver punchy observational and storytelling bits over craft pours, creating a convivial, low-lit evening of barroom laughs.

Tight, joke-driven stand-up sets in Salt Face Mule's laid-back brewery taproom; local comedians deliver punchy observational and storytelling bits over craft pours, creating a convivial, low-lit evening of barroom laughs.
Tight, joke-driven stand-up sets in Salt Face Mule's laid-back brewery taproom; local comedians deliver punchy observational and storytelling bits over craft pours, creating a convivial, low-lit evening of barroom laughs.

Casual evening social uniting more than ten women led business communities across WNC for peer connection, collaboration, and resource sharing at a relaxed beverage venue; no panels, pitches, or formal programming.

Casual evening social uniting more than ten women led business communities across WNC for peer connection, collaboration, and resource sharing at a relaxed beverage venue; no panels, pitches, or formal programming.
Casual evening social uniting more than ten women led business communities across WNC for peer connection, collaboration, and resource sharing at a relaxed beverage venue; no panels, pitches, or formal programming.

Intimate gallery reception celebrating emerging regional visual artists, featuring new work with opportunities to meet creators and mingle among exhibits in a welcoming community arts setting.

Intimate gallery reception celebrating emerging regional visual artists, featuring new work with opportunities to meet creators and mingle among exhibits in a welcoming community arts setting.
Intimate gallery reception celebrating emerging regional visual artists, featuring new work with opportunities to meet creators and mingle among exhibits in a welcoming community arts setting.

Evening gallery reception celebrating sports-themed artworks in painting, photography, and mixed media at Blue Spiral 1; artists and collectors mingle amid curated installations and playful takes on athletic culture.

Evening gallery reception celebrating sports-themed artworks in painting, photography, and mixed media at Blue Spiral 1; artists and collectors mingle amid curated installations and playful takes on athletic culture.
Evening gallery reception celebrating sports-themed artworks in painting, photography, and mixed media at Blue Spiral 1; artists and collectors mingle amid curated installations and playful takes on athletic culture.

Late evening grassroots poetry and spoken word open mic in a cozy kava bar, with 5 or 10 minute spots and signups at 8 p.m., welcoming all forms of creative expression.

Late evening grassroots poetry and spoken word open mic in a cozy kava bar, with 5 or 10 minute spots and signups at 8 p.m., welcoming all forms of creative expression.
Late evening grassroots poetry and spoken word open mic in a cozy kava bar, with 5 or 10 minute spots and signups at 8 p.m., welcoming all forms of creative expression.

Bona fide experts deliver thrill ride science talks with colorful images and lively Q&A, then attendees mingle over beer, wine, or soda at a relaxed monthly bar meetup cultivating curiosity and community.

Bona fide experts deliver thrill ride science talks with colorful images and lively Q&A, then attendees mingle over beer, wine, or soda at a relaxed monthly bar meetup cultivating curiosity and community.
Bona fide experts deliver thrill ride science talks with colorful images and lively Q&A, then attendees mingle over beer, wine, or soda at a relaxed monthly bar meetup cultivating curiosity and community.

Late night spoken word open mic inviting poets to read fresh drafts and experimental pieces in an intimate dimly lit bar room; casual supportive audience, short reading slots, and a cozy community vibe.

Late night spoken word open mic inviting poets to read fresh drafts and experimental pieces in an intimate dimly lit bar room; casual supportive audience, short reading slots, and a cozy community vibe.
Late night spoken word open mic inviting poets to read fresh drafts and experimental pieces in an intimate dimly lit bar room; casual supportive audience, short reading slots, and a cozy community vibe.

Low-key weekly open stage where poets, musicians, comedians, and storytellers share short sets in a cozy taproom; performers and listeners mingle over craft pints, fostering supportive creative connection starting at 6pm.

Low-key weekly open stage where poets, musicians, comedians, and storytellers share short sets in a cozy taproom; performers and listeners mingle over craft pints, fostering supportive creative connection starting at 6pm.
Low-key weekly open stage where poets, musicians, comedians, and storytellers share short sets in a cozy taproom; performers and listeners mingle over craft pints, fostering supportive creative connection starting at 6pm.

Cozy afternoon salon for local artists and neighbors to share short artist talks, informal critiques, and casual networking in an intimate gallery setting with light refreshments.

Cozy afternoon salon for local artists and neighbors to share short artist talks, informal critiques, and casual networking in an intimate gallery setting with light refreshments.
Cozy afternoon salon for local artists and neighbors to share short artist talks, informal critiques, and casual networking in an intimate gallery setting with light refreshments.

Communal First Fridays gathering with dance parties, tabletop games, and live music alongside free hot soup, local sourdough and bagels, creating a cozy, laid back art night for neighbors and visitors.

Communal First Fridays gathering with dance parties, tabletop games, and live music alongside free hot soup, local sourdough and bagels, creating a cozy, laid back art night for neighbors and visitors.
Communal First Fridays gathering with dance parties, tabletop games, and live music alongside free hot soup, local sourdough and bagels, creating a cozy, laid back art night for neighbors and visitors.

Laid-back kava bar open mic welcoming poets, storytellers, and musicians; short performance slots and intimate seating foster a cozy evening of community talent and relaxed conversation.

Laid-back kava bar open mic welcoming poets, storytellers, and musicians; short performance slots and intimate seating foster a cozy evening of community talent and relaxed conversation.
Laid-back kava bar open mic welcoming poets, storytellers, and musicians; short performance slots and intimate seating foster a cozy evening of community talent and relaxed conversation.

Closing reception for a multidisciplinary exhibition that probes race, space, and faith through collaborative artworks, archival materials, and artist and theologian dialogue; an intimate community gathering reflecting history, belief, imagination, and sense of place.

Closing reception for a multidisciplinary exhibition that probes race, space, and faith through collaborative artworks, archival materials, and artist and theologian dialogue; an intimate community gathering reflecting history, belief, imagination, and sense of place.
Closing reception for a multidisciplinary exhibition that probes race, space, and faith through collaborative artworks, archival materials, and artist and theologian dialogue; an intimate community gathering reflecting history, belief, imagination, and sense of place.