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Wednesday, Nov. 12

JASON DECRISTOFARO’S JAZZ NIGHT, 6-8 p.m., Southern Appalachian Brewery, 822 Locust St., Hendersonville. Jason DeCristofaro’s Jazz Night is held every Wednesday. DeCristofaro performs on the stage with his band, joined by occasional instrumentalists or vocalists from the audience a jazz jam. Admission is free. 

SHAG DANCE/ROEBUCK, 6-9 p.m., Southport Bar & Grill, 629 Southport Road, Roebuck, S.C. The Upstate Shag Club will host a shag dance. 

SHAG DANCE/ANDERSON, 6-9 p.m., AJ’s Bar & Grill, 101 Destination Boulevard, Anderson, S.C. The Electric City Shag Club will host a shag dance.

JAM SESSION/OPEN MIC, 6-9 p.m., J&M Farms, 3016 Chimney Rock Road, Hendersonville. Jukebox Blackwell’s Jam Session and Open Mic will be held. Admission is free.

SHAG DANCE/GREENVILLE, 6-10 p.m., Spare Time Entertainment Center, 822 Congaree Road, Greenville, S.C. The Carolina Shag Club will offer a beginner shag lesson from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by its weekly shag dance — featuring Carolina beach music — from 7 to 10 p.m.

LATIN NIGHT DANCE, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, One World Brewery West, 520 Haywood Road, West Asheville. The event will begin with a dance lesson, from 8:30 to 9 p.m. — and beginners are welcome. Following the lesson, an all-Latin dance ­— salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton ­ — will be held, featuring music by DJ Mtn Vibez. The cover charge is $5 cash.




Thursday, Nov. 13

JOHN LLOYD YOUNG CONCERT, 2 and 7:30 p.m., Flat Rock Playhouse, 2661 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock. John Lloyd Young will perform his “John Lloyd Young: Broadway’s ‘Jersey Boy’” show. In the long-running Broadway show “Jersey Boys”  (which opened in 2005), Young was the first to play the part of Frankie Valli, who, with his iconic falsetto voice, was the Four Seasons’ lead singer. Young also played the title role of Valli in the 2014 film “Jersey Boys.” Young is a film, stage and concert artist — and a Tony and Grammy winner, multi-Platinum recording artist and presidential appointee. The show will conclude with a 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14 performance. For tickets, which are $48 to $68, visit online at www.FlatRockPlayhouse.org. 

SHAG DANCE/ASHEVILLE, 6:30-9 p.m., the Chop House Asheville (at Four Points by Sheraton), 22 Woodfin St., downtown Asheville. The Mountain Shag Club will host its weekly shag dance to Carolina beach music provided by rotating DJs. Dance attendees are asked to enter from the Chop House’s entrance, rather than the hotel entrance. Cost is $7. 

YACHT GOLD CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., Newberry Opera House, 1201 McKibben St., Newberry, S.C. The Yacht Rock Gold Experience will perform a musical salute to the yacht rock genre. Regarding the show, a promotion stated, “Celebrating the smooth sounds of the Doobie Brothers, Fleetwood Mac, Steely Dan, Christopher Cross, Kenny Loggins, Little River Band, Ambrosia, Boz Scaggs, and so many more, Yacht Rock Gold Experience engages fans with amazing harmonies and musicianship that brings audiences back to a time when music made you feel good and soothed the soul. An evening with Yacht Rock Gold Experience satisfies audiences craving endless hit songs, great visuals, and a note for note performance. Yacht Rock Gold Experience is the Yacht Rock tribute you’ve been looking for and they are ready to bring the Yacht Party to YOU! Put on your captain’s hat and let’s party ‘All Night Long.’ This tribute band features four lead singers, delivering incredible harmonies, accompanied by a five-piece rhythm section with the killer iconic sax and flute and lines that bring audiences to their feet, show after show.” For tickets, visit online at www.NewberryOperaHouse.com. 

The Game’s Afoot: Holmes for the Holidays” PLAY, 7:30 p.m., TLT Workshop Theater, 516 S. Trade St.. Tryon. The Tryon Little Theater will perform “The Game’s Afoot: Holmes for the Holidays” Nov.13-16 and Nov. 20-23 — with shows at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and at 3 p.m.Sundays. The show is billed by the TLT as “Ken Ludwig’s award-winning mystery play.” A promotion added, “This hilarious play tells the story of Broadway star William Gillette (did you know he once lived in Tryon?) who has invited his fellow cast-members to his Connecticut castle for the weekend.  Unfortunately, one of the guests is stabbed to death, and festivities turn quickly dangerous. But Gillette believes he is Sherlock Holmes, and sets himself the task of tracking down the killer before he strikes again. Contributing to this glittering and riotous whodunit, is a wonderful cast and supportive behind-the-scenes crew, all directed by David Jones.” For tickets, which are $25 and $15, visit online at www.TLTinfo.org, or call the box office at (828) 859-2466.

PAUL LIFORD ACOUSTIC CONCERT/DANCE, 8-10 p.m., The Dugout, 430 N. Main St., downtown Hendersonville. Paul Liford, lead singer of the band Fine Line, and a guest, will perform in an acoustic show for listening and/or dancing.

PLEASURE CHEST CONCERT, 8-10 p.m., 5 Walnut Wine Bar, 5 Walnut St., downtown Asheville. The band Pleasure Chest will perform.




Friday, Nov. 14

“GARRISON KEILLOR TONIGHT” SHOW, 7 p.m., Newberry Opera House, 1201 McKibben St., Newberry, S.C. Storyteller and musician Garrison Keiller will perform. Regarding his show, an NOH promotion stated, “Garrison Keillor Tonight offers an evening of wit, warmth and whimsical charm as the legendary storyteller takes the stage with nothing but a microphone and a lifetime of tales. Blending stand-up, poetry, audience sing-alongs, and a signature dose of musical humor, Keillor reflects on the quiet joys of aging, the relief of letting go of youthful ambition, and the humor found in life’s small, enduring moments.Fans can expect a fresh update from Lake Wobegon, Keillor’s beloved fictional hometown, where quirky characters thrive and local traditions like the Living Flag endure. With tales of composting worms, gourmet meatloaf and patriotic sing-alongs, Keillor paints a nostalgic and gently satirical portrait of American life that has made him one of the country’s most treasured voices.” For tickets, visit www.NewberryOperaHouse.com.

MARTY STUART AND HIS FABULOUS SUPERLATIVES, 7:30 p.m. Walhalla Performing Arts Center,  101 E North Broad St., Walhalla, S.C. Marty Stuart and his Fabulous Superlatives will perform in concert. Regarding Stuart, a promotion stated that he is an “American country and bluegrass singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist known for blending traditional styles with rockabilly and country rock influences. He is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, a five-time Grammy Award winner, and has built a career that spans over 50 years. Early in his career, Stuart performed with bluegrass legend Lester Flatt and later played in Johnny Cash’s band for six years before launching a successful solo career.” For tickets, visit www.WalhallaPAC.com. 




Sunday, Nov. 16

JASON DECRISTOFARO’S JAZZ SUNDAYS, 2:30-5:30 p.m., Ginger’s Revenge Craft Brewery, 55 Pleasant Ridge Drive, Asheville. Jason DeCristofaro’s Jazz Sundays event is held every Sunday. DeCristofaro performs on the stage with his band, joined by occasional instrumentalists or vocalists from the audience in a jazz jam. Admission is free. 

ALBUM RELEASE SHOW, 3-5 p.m, Asheville Jewish Community Center, 236 Charlotte Street, North Asheville. The JCC will host an Album Release Show, “Sarah Arthur, The Spiritual Journey of an American Jewish Woman, a Folk Musical.” The show is billed as “a timely exploration of identity, justice and the pursuit of peace.” For tickets, call (828) 253-0701. 

FOLK DUO CONCERT, 4 p.m., Parish Hall, Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness, 1895 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock. The Charlotte-based folk duo Amelia Osborne and Tom Eure will perform in concert. Their music is touted as melding into “Celtic, Appalachian and spiritual influences. The event is free and open to the public, but donations will be accepted to further the ongoing Friends of Music & the Arts series.

 


Monday, Nov. 17

CLASSIC RADIO CLUB LISTENING SESSION, 2 p.m., Polk Campus of Isothermal Community College, 1255 W. Mills St., Columbus, N,C. The Western North Carolina Classic Radio Club meets on the third Monday to listen to old-time radio shows that aired during the “Golden-Age” of radio. All are welcome. Admission is free.

LOCAL GEOLOGY PROGRAM, 4 p.m., Highland Brewing Event Center, 12 Old Charlotte Highway, East Asheville. Geologist Philip Prince will speak at a special event about how Western North Carolina geology shapes landslides, floods and resilience. The program is being hosted by the French Broad River Partnership. From 4-5 p.m., an FBRP member meeting will be held — and the public is invited to attend. From 5 to 6 p.m., a nonprofit expo and table discussions will be held, with a networking dinner at food trucks on site. From 6 to 7:15 p.m., a keynote lecture will be presnted by Prince.  From 7:15 to 8 p.m., a panel will discuss “The State of the Waterways & Looking to the Future.” Admission is free.   

SHAG DANCE, 6-9 p.m., Holiday Inn, 101 West Springbrook Drive, Johnson City, Tenn. The Mountain Empire Shag Society will host a shag dance. Gate and doors open at 6 p.m., with the dance held from 7 to 9 p.m. Admission is $10 for nonmembers.

BLUE MONDAY WITH MR. JIMMY, 7-9 p.m., The Joint Next Door, 1185 Charlotte Highway, Fairview. “Blue Monday With Mr. Jimmy” will be held, featuring the Chicago-style blues singer-guitar.




Tuesday, Nov. 18

FALL FORUM ON SALUDA GRADE TRAIL, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Landrum Farmer;s Market, 221 W. Rutherford St., Landrum, S.C. Residents and visitors wil have the opportunity to get involved in shaping the future of the Saluda Grade Trail in the Fall Forum hosted by the SGT project team. All are invited. Admission is free.  

AUTHOR’S TALK, 6 p.m., Malaprop’s Bookstore/Café, 55 Haywood St., downtown Asheville. Bill Kopp, an Asheville-based speaker, author and music journalist, will present his new book, “What’s the Big Idea: 30 Great Concept Albums,” in a conversation with Malaprop’s bookseller Patricia Furnish. The book will be available for purchase at the event and, after the presentation/conversation, Kopp is offering a book-signing. Admission is free.

THE LADS AVL CONCERT, 6-8:30 p.m., The Joint Next Door, 1185 Charlotte Highway, Fairview. The Lads AVL will perform.  

PACIFICA QUARTET CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., Veh Stage, Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Avenue, Tryon. The Pacifica Quartet will perform in concert. The group is billed as “impeccable.” For tickets, visit online at www.TryonArts.org.

JOHN HENRYS CONCERT/DANCE, 8 p.m., 5 Walnut Wine Bar, 5 West Walnut St., Asheville. The John Henrys will perform music for listening and/or dancing.




Wednesday, Nov. 19

AUTHOR’S PRESENTATION, 1 p.m., Lanier Library, 72 Chestnut Street, Tryon. The library’s Live@Lanier series will host Timothy J. Boyce, who will “take the audience on an epic Viking sailing adventure and explore its impact on history,” a promotion noted. Boyce is the editor of Odd Nansen’s Holocaust diary, “From Day to Day.” He also is a frequent speaker on Norwegian history. All are invited to the program. Admission is free.

JASON DECRISTOFARO’S JAZZ NIGHT, 6-8 p.m., Southern Appalachian Brewery, 822 Locust St., Hendersonville. Jason DeCristofaro’s Jazz Night is held every Wednesday. DeCristofaro performs on the stage with his band, joined by occasional instrumentalists or vocalists from the audience a jazz jam. Admission is free. 

SHAG DANCE/ROEBUCK, 6-9 p.m., Southport Bar & Grill, 629 Southport Road, Roebuck, S.C. The Upstate Shag Club will host a shag dance. 

SHAG DANCE/ANDERSON, 6-9 p.m., AJ’s Bar & Grill, 101 Destination Boulevard, Anderson, S.C. The Electric City Shag Club will host a shag dance.

SHAG DANCE/GREENVILLE, 6-10 p.m., Spare Time Entertainment Center, 822 Congaree Road, Greenville, S.C. The Carolina Shag Club will offer a beginner shag lesson from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by its weekly shag dance — featuring Carolina beach music — from 7 to 10 p.m.

LATIN NIGHT DANCE, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, One World Brewery West, 520 Haywood Road, West Asheville. The event will begin with a dance lesson, from 8:30 to 9 p.m. — and beginners are welcome. Following the lesson, an all-Latin dance ­— salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton ­ — will be held, featuring music by DJ Mtn Vibez. The cover charge is $5 cash.




Thursday, Nov. 20

SHAG DANCE/ASHEVILLE, 6:30-9 p.m., the Chop House Asheville (at Four Points by Sheraton), 22 Woodfin St., downtown Asheville. The Mountain Shag Club will host its weekly shag dance to Carolina beach music provided by rotating DJs. Dance attendees are asked to enter from the Chop House’s entrance, rather than from the hotel entrance. Cost is $7.

ATLANTA RHYTHM SECTION AND ORLEANS CONCERT, 7 p.m., Niswonger Performing Arts Center, 212 Tusculum Boulevard, Greeneville, Tenn. A show, billed as featuring “two amazing bands... one legenday evening,” will feature separate performances by the Atlanta Rhythm Section and Orleans. A promotion added, “Along with contemporaries like Lynyrd Skynyrd, the (the ARS) carry the mantle of ‘Southern rock,” but by performing more musically diverse hits with a softer, pop flavor, they have a sound of their own.” ARS’ hits include “So Into You,” “Imaginary Lover” and “Champagne Jam.” Regarding the band Orleans, a promotion noted, “Orleans is best-known as the pop-rock band that brought you the classic ‘70s hits ‘Still the One,’ ‘Dance With Me’ and ‘Love Takes Time.’” For tickets, visit online at www.NPACGreeneville.com, or call the box office at (423) 638-1679. 

PAUL LIFORD ACOUSTIC CONCERT/DANCE, 8-10 p.m., The Dugout, 430 N. Main St., downtown Hendersonville. Paul Liford, lead singer of the band Fine Line, and a guest, will perform in an acoustic show for listening and/or dancing.

PLEASURE CHEST CONCERT, 8-10 p.m., 5 Walnut Wine Bar, 5 Walnut St., downtown Asheville. The band Pleasure Chest will perform.

 

 

Monday, Nov. 24

SHAG DANCE, 6-9 p.m., Holiday Inn, 101 West Springbrook Drive, Johnson City, Tenn. The Mountain Empire Shag Society will host a shag dance. Gate and doors open at 6 p.m., with the dance held from 7 to 9 p.m. Admission is $10 for nonmembers.

BLUE MONDAY WITH MR. JIMMY, 7-9 p.m., The Joint Next Door, 1185 Charlotte Highway, Fairview. “Blue Monday With Mr. Jimmy” will be held, featuring the Chicago-style blues singer-guitar.




Tuesday, Nov. 25

THE LADS AVL CONCERT, 6-8:30 p.m., The Joint Next Door, 1185 Charlotte Highway, Fairview. The Lads AVL will perform.  

JOHN HENRYS CONCERT/DANCE, 8 p.m., 5 Walnut Wine Bar, 5 West Walnut St., Asheville. The John Henrys will perform music for listening and/or dancing.




Wednesday, Nov. 26

JASON DECRISTOFARO’S JAZZ NIGHT, 6-8 p.m., Southern Appalachian Brewery, 822 Locust St., Hendersonville. Jason DeCristofaro’s Jazz Night is held every Wednesday. DeCristofaro performs on the stage with his band, joined by occasional instrumentalists or vocalists from the audience in a jazz jam. Admission is free. 

SHAG DANCE/ROEBUCK, 6-9 p.m., Southport Bar & Grill, 629 Southport Road, Roebuck, S.C. The Upstate Shag Club will host a shag dance. 

SHAG DANCE/ANDERSON, 6-9 p.m., AJ’s Bar & Grill, 101 Destination Boulevard, Anderson, S.C. The Electric City Shag Club will host a shag dance.

SHAG DANCE/GREENVILLE, 6-10 p.m., Spare Time Entertainment Center, 822 Congaree Road, Greenville, S.C. The Carolina Shag Club will offer a beginner shag lesson from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by its weekly shag dance — featuring Carolina beach music — from 7 to 10 p.m.

LATIN NIGHT DANCE, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, One World Brewery West, 520 Haywood Road, West Asheville. The event will begin with a dance lesson, from 8:30 to 9 p.m. — and beginners are welcome. Following the lesson, an all-Latin dance ­— salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton ­ — will be held, featuring music by DJ Mtn Vibez. The cover charge is $5 cash.




Thursday, Nov. 27

SHAG DANCE/ASHEVILLE, 6:30-9 p.m., the Chop House Asheville (at Four Points by Sheraton), 22 Woodfin St., downtown Asheville. The Mountain Shag Club will host its weekly shag dance to Carolina beach music provided by rotating DJs. Dance attendees are asked to enter from the Chop House’s entrance, rather than from the hotel entrance. Cost is $7. 

FOREST CITY CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY, 7 p.m., Main Street, downtown Forest City. The Town of Forest City will hold its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, “when the mayor (Steve Holland) flips the magic switch that turns on all the lights.” Admission is free.

PAUL LIFORD ACOUSTIC CONCERT/DANCE, 8-10 p.m., The Dugout, 430 N. Main St., downtown Hendersonville. Paul Liford, lead singer of the band Fine Line, and a guest, will perform in an acoustic show for listening and/or dancing.

PLEASURE CHEST CONCERT, 8-10 p.m., 5 Walnut Wine Bar, 5 Walnut St., downtown Asheville. The band Pleasure Chest will perform. ic by DJ Mtn Vibez. The cover charge is $5 cash.




Friday, Nov. 28

“A FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE CHRISTMAS” SHOW, 7:30 p.m.,  Flat Rock Playhouse, 2661 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock. The annual “A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas” show will be performed Nov. 28 through Dec. 21. Showtimes vary. Regarding the show, the FRP noted, “It’s like a big, warm holiday HUG! The tradition everyone loves continues with the same great holiday cheer to put you in the Christmas spirit. All new renditions of your holiday favorites will help you get those sleigh bells jinglin,’ and chestnuts roasting! There is truly no better way to kick off your holiday season. So, hurry on over with your family, friends, and loved ones to share in the joy and excitement of this seasonal spectacular that will have you feeling merry and bright!”For tickets, which are $60 to $80, visit online at www.FlatRockPlayhouse.org. 

FLEETWOOD MAC TRIBUTE CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., Walhalla Performing Arts Center, Walhalla, S.C. Rumours — A Fleetwood Mac Tribute will perform a musical tribute to the iconic band. Regarding the show, a WPAC promotion stated, “For over a decade, Rumours ATL has proven to be the most authentic live recreation of Fleetwood Mac’s golden era. With a reverence for the legendary group’s rich history, Rumours ATL masterfully captures the magic of Fleetwood Mac’s iconic sound. From the hauntingly beautiful melodies of ‘Rhiannon’ and ‘Songbird’ to the electrifying energy of ‘Go Your Own Way,’ every performance is a journey through the timeless classics that defined a generation and continues to influence pop and rock music today.Each member of Rumours ATL brings a unique touch to their role, immersing themselves in the essence of their iconic counterparts. Their attention to musical detail ensures that every show resonates with the essence of Fleetwood Mac’s original spirit. Yet, beyond the impeccable recreations, there is an enigmatic quality to their performances that keeps audiences guessing and longing for more.” For tickets, which are $57 to $77 (including fees), visit online at www.WalhallaPAC.com.




Sunday, Nov. 30

EMBERS CHRISTMAS CONCERT/DANCE, 4-7 p.m., Point Lookout Vineyards, 408 Appleola Road, Hendersonville. The Embers will perform in a “A Very Embers Christmas” concert. The iconic Carolina beach music band is billed as having “helped define the genre beloved across the Carolinas and the Southeast.  PLV added in a promotion. “This will be the Embers’ first-ever Christmas concert at one of Hendersonville’s most stunning venues — beautifully decked out for the holiday season. Come enjoy timeless tunes, festive cheer and breathtaking views.” For tickets, visit online at www.PointLookoutVineyards.com.  

FOREST CITY CHRISTMAS PARADE, 3 p.m., from Cool Springs Administrative Building proceeding east on Main Street to the First Methodist Church, downtown Forest City. The annual Forest City Christmas Parade will be held. Admission is free. 

UPTOWN SHELBY CHRISTMAS PARADE, 3 p.m., from North Lafayette Street, near Sumter Street, proceeding southward through the city, ending on North Lafayette Street., in the southern party of uptown Shelby. The city’s Christmas parade will be held, followed by Santa and a Santa House from 5 to 9 p.m., and the annual tree lighting at 7 p.m. Admission is free. 




Wednesday, Dec. 3

LAKE LURE COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CONCERT/TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION, 5:30 p.m., Town Center (between the Lake Lure Inn and the Arcade Building), Lake Lure. The annual Lake Lure Community Christmas Concert and Tree Lighting Celebration will be hosted by Lake Lure Classical Academy. “Light refreshments will be served following the event — including S’mores and hot chocolate!” a promotion stated. Admission is free.

 

Last Updated on Monday, 17 November 2025 11:00
 



 


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