Asheville Update Episode 1: December 3rd, 2009

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by Justin Belleme
on Thursday, December 03, 2009

This is Episode # 1 of Asheville Update, a weekly video blog about the city of Asheville. The blog will feature a list of featured upcoming events and will often include an interview with an interesting Asheville person.

Covered This Week

Contestants from across the country will bring their culinary masterpieces to The Grove Park Inn this holiday season. Delight in the imagination shown in these sugar-and-spice creations, strolling through the competition display is a sure way to be swept up in the holiday spirit.

For more information on our National Gingerbread House Competition, please call our Gingerbread Hotline at 1-800-413-5778.

Viewing is Nov. 18 - Jan. 3, 2010 Community Viewing is Monday-Thursday only. Resort Guests may view the display at anytime. Groups traveling by bus or passenger van must make parking reservations prior to arrival. Please note that these groups must have dining or lodging reservations or will be charged a parking fee. Large vehicle parking reservations are available only by calling 1-800-438-0050, ext. 1281.

This Weeks Featured Events

Montford Park Players 33rd Annual Production of A Christmas Carol
This year performances will be at the Asheville Arts Center at 308 Merrimon Avenue.
When: Thursdays - Sundays, 3rd - 6th and 10th - 13th
Performances will be at 7:30 pm, plus a 3:30 pm matinee on Sunday, Dec. 6th.
Cost: Tickets are $12 for adults, $8 for students and seniors, and $6 for children under 18.
Call 828-254-5146 or visit montfordparkplayers.org for more information.

Biltmore Village Dickens Festival
The Biltmore Village brings Dickens to life with period consumes, storytelling, carolers and more.
When: Friday the 4th 5 - 7 pm, Saturday the 5th 11 am - 7 pm, and Sunday the 6th 1 - 5 pm
Cost: This is a free event.
Call 828-274-8788 for details.

Asheville Mural Project Fundraiser at Pisgah Brewing
Come celebrate the Asheville Mural Project and help support Arts2People, the non-profit who helped organize the project. Benefit event will include live music from a variety of local bands including the Asheville Horns.
Pisgah Brewing Company is located at 150 Eastside Drive in Black Mountain.
When: Saturday, December 5th from 4 pm till 2 am.
Cost: Tickets on a sliding scale from $5 -$10.

Asheville Seasonal Sizzle
Come downtown for fireworks choreographed to Christmas music. Includes carolers, roving performers and holiday shopping.
When: Taking place Saturday, 5th, 12th and 19th at 7 pm.
Cost: This event is free. More information at AshevilleSeasonalSizzle.com

The Big Crafty
A juried independent craft fair featuring over 100 artists and crafters. A great place to do Christmas shopping while supporting local artists.
When: Sunday, December 6th from Noon - 6 pm
At Pack Place in Downtown Asheville.
Cost: The event is free. Visit AshevilleArt.org or TheBigCrafty.com for details.

North Carolina Symphony - Holiday Pops Concert
When: Taking place on Thursday, December 10th at 8 pm,
at Lipinski Auditorium on the campus of UNC-Asheville.
Cost: Tickets are $25 for general admission. $10 for children 10 and under.
Call 828-232-5000 or visit UNCATickets.com for more information.

On the Horizon:

Asheville FM Presents the Anti-Jam Jamboree
Come out and support local radio, hear DJ sets from station DJs, and much more.
When: Friday, December 11th from 8 am till ???
Cost: This event is free.

Warren Haynes Presents 21st Annual Christmas Jam
When: Saturday, December 12th at 7 pm,
at the Asheville Civic Center.
Cost: Tickets are $55.
Visit XMASJam.com for details.

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