Hello Friday.
April 19 2024
World Car Free Day is Wed., Sept. 22 + commuters are encouraged to forego cars and get around by bus, bicycle, train, or on foot for the day.
While the Asheville area’s public transit system is still being developed based on results from the recently completed Regional Transit Feasibility Study, locals can always take advantage of the ART (Asheville Rides Transit) bus system, which provides transport throughout Asheville and out to Black Mountain.
If you want to ride the ART, here’s what you need to know:
The ART Station in downtown Asheville. | Photo by Camille Nevarez-Hernandez
Hours:
- The ART runs from about 5:30 a.m. until 10:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat. and from around 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Sundays and holidays (individual routes vary).
- The routes that serve UNC Asheville also operate late service (available until around midnight) Friday + Saturday when UNCA is in session.
Service routes:
- All 18 routes originate from downtown Asheville’s ART Transit Station, located at 49 Coxe Ave. From there, routes include North towards Woodfin, West down Patton Ave. and towards Deaverview and Mt. Carmel Rd., South to the Asheville Outlets + the airport, and East down Tunnel Rd. to Black Mountain.
- Disabled individuals can also use ART’s complementary paratransit services (through Mountain Mobility), which provide next-day transportation to go to appointments, school, work, shopping + more.
- Want real-time info on your bus’ location? Download Moovit, or dial 828-253-5691 and press 1.
The ART route map | Screen grab from City of Asheville
Paying for your ride:
- Pay with cash, or a pre-paid ticket or pass (which can be purchased via cash or card at the ART Station). Note: Cash fares must be exact change.
- 1 ride on the ART costs $1. A ticket booklet of 11 rides is $9. A monthly pass is $20, while an annual pass costs $220.
- Discounts are available for students, seniors, Medicare recipients, disabled individuals, and employees of the City, County, A-B Tech, Grove Park Inn, or UNC Asheville.
- Children under 5 (accompanied by an adult) ride free.
Transit hacks:
- If you have a bike, you can bring it at no extra charge. 🚴
- Buses are equipped with wheelchair lifts + additional accommodations for riders with disabilities.
- Some pets, including small cats + dogs in pet carriers and service animals, are allowed. 🐱
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- Bike share program
- Electric scooter share program
- Trains
- Expanded bus service
Today
- When the Ghosts Come Home book launch | Tues., Sept. 21 | 7-8 p.m. | Sherrill Center, Kimmel Arena | Free | UNC Asheville's Visiting Writers Series continues with a book launch for alumnus and writer-in-residence Wiley Cash, ft. music and conversation by Graham Sharp of the Grammy Award-winning Steep Canyon Rangers. Masks required; livestream available. Ⓟ
Wednesday
- Son Volt | Wed., Sept. 22 | 8 p.m. | The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Ave. | $20 | Folk-inspired alt-rock. 🎸
- Reclaiming Our Spaces: Black Existence in the Public Sphere | Wed., Sept, 22 | 4 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Join Dr. Daleah Goodwin’s overview of how Black people navigate their presence in public spaces.
- Good Vibes Summer Tour 2021 | Wed., Sept. 22 | 5-10 p.m. | Salvage Station, 468 Riverside Dr. | $36+ | Rebelution and special guests Kabaka Pyramid, Keznamdi, and DJ Mackle will be performing live. 🎵
Thursday
- Red Wanting Blue | Thurs., Sept. 23 | 8 p.m. | The Grey Eagle, 195 Clingman Ave. | $15+ | Midwestern rock heroes.
- Houndmouth | Thurs., Sept. 23 | 8 p.m. | The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Ave. | $22+ | Alt-blues indie rock.
- Minka, Daydream Creatures, Her Pilots | Thurs., Sept. 23 | 7-11 p.m. | The Odditorium, 1045 Haywood Rd. | $10 | Come enjoy some live music. 🎤
- DIY Sausage and Beer | Thurs., Sept. 23 | 6-8 p.m. | The Chop Shop Butchery, 100 Charlotte St. | $90+ | Learn how to make homemade sausage in a range of styles + try out house-made charcuterie.
Plan Ahead
- NC Stage 2021 fall season | Oct. 6-Dec. 19 | Showtimes vary | $25+ | NC Stage, 15 Stage Ln. | NC Stage presents 4 exciting shows this fall, and tickets are on sale now with hybrid audience viewing: limited in-person seating at the theatre + a virtual option via Zoom. Ⓟ
We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
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Weather
- 69º | Rain | 80% chance of rain
Civic
- The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners will have its monthly meeting today, Sept. 21 at 5 p.m. The agenda includes: a public hearing on a $500,000 allocation to the One Buncombe Fund, a vote on a mask mandate extension, and a budget amendment to receive 2 grants. Tune in. (Mountain Xpress)
Announced
- The LEAF Festival, which takes place Oct. 14-17, has announced its fall lineup. Headliners include Las Cafeteras, HuDost, Ethno Camp USA, Tito Puente JR, Sierra Hull, CimaFunk, and Beny Esguerra. Get tickets.
Edu
- NC’s Bus Ridership Week runs from Sept. 20-24. Buncombe County Schools have announced that this time is crucial for its future bus ridership because it determines the amount of transportation funding it will receive for the year. (Mountain Xpress)
Trending
- The former home of George Henry Vanderbilt Cecil has sold for $9.5 million, setting a new record for highest price of a home sale. The 6,000 sqft historical home is located in Biltmore Forest and, up until this point, has been owned by the Vanderbilt family since the 1890s. It has 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, and a pool. (Asheville Citizen-Times)
Event
- The 2021 Asheville Greek Festival will take place on Fri., Sept. 24- Sat. 25 from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. While the fest won’t keep its traditional format due to public health concerns, it will serve up classic dishes like Moussaka, Baklava, Pastichio (think Greek lasagna), and Spanakopita through a drive-thru system.
Arts
- The Black Mountain Center for the Arts will host Chalk the Walk in Black Mountain on Sat., Sept. 25. Area artists ages 5-105 are invited to create their own 3’ by 3’ chalk masterpiece, which will be voted on by judges and eligible for cash prizes. Register by Wed., Sept. 22.
Holiday
- The 9th annual Haunted Trail will kick off Fri., Oct. 8 at the Adventure Center of Asheville. The family-friendly Halloween event, ideal for children ages 3-12, will run every weekend through October. There will be an aerial glow trail, live entertainment, a life-sized pirate ship escape room, a kids play wall, crafts, and plenty of food.
Coronavirus
- As of Monday afternoon, 160,889 people (up 974 from Thursday) in Buncombe County are fully vaccinated for a total of 62% of the population. There have been 717 cases per 100,000 residents in the last 14 days (down 36 from Thursday), and 379 total deaths. Book a vaccine appointment here, and see more Buncombe County-specific info here.
Volunteer
- Hammer & Heart is a nonprofit which provides urgent home repairs to residents in the Swannanoa Valley. Founded in 2019, the organization aims to address urgent needs quickly + locally. Want to get involved? H&H is looking for volunteers to do everything from cleaning gutters to spreading the word on social media. 💜
Outdoors
- The Mountain Trail Outdoor School at Kanuga has a new “Nature Explorers” series that offers ecology classes for children ages 4-12. Classes run on Tuesday afternoons from 12:30-4 p.m., and will take place on a weekly basis starting Sept. 21 and running though Oct. 26. Find more info + register.
Feel Good
- The Love Group in Black Mountain will celebrate its 3rd anniversary on Wed., Sept. 22. For the last 3 years, the group has stood at the corner of State and Montreat Rd. every Wednesday from 5-6 p.m., sharing signs that aim to spread love in the community. Thanks for your dedication, lovely people.
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Last week, Second Gear packed up its bags (and boxes, tents, water filters, etc.) from its original West Asheville location and made its big move to the River Arts District. The new version of the outdoor gear consignment shop, located at 99 Riverside Dr., officially opens today, Sept. 21 at 10 a.m.
In addition to sporting a gorgeous mural from Brushcan (pictured above), the larger spot will include 10,000 sqft of retail space, as well as a cafe by Sugar and Snow Gelato that will provide lite bites and beverages. Asheville Adventure will also share the building, providing a base for its biking, paddling, and hiking tours.
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