On The Verge Contest

Calling all emerging visual artists in Western North Carolina. It’s time to submit your portfolio for our 2010 On the Verge contest. The top 10 artists in this juried competition will be featured in the June issue of WNC magazine, and their work will be exhibited in a month-long show at Flood Gallery Fine Art Center in the heart of Asheville’s River Arts District. A panel of art experts from Atlanta, New York City, and Los Angeles will judge this year’s submissions. Visit http://www.wncmagazine.com/otv/ to read the rules, and to submit your work.

Asheville Art Museum Monthly Book Discussion

Dec 9, 3:00 - 4:45PM, Asheville Art Museum, 2 South Pack Square, Asheville NC. Discussion Bound: Collections of Nothing by William Davies King. William Davies King is a theater professor who, over 50 years, has gathered a vast collection of things nobody else wants: cat-food labels, chain letters, cereal boxes, chopstick wrappers and more. Collections of Nothing takes a fascinating look at collections and obsessions.  The Museum offers monthly book discussions to read and discuss books that relate to artwork in the galleries. Moderated by a member of the Museum's staff or a volunteer, participants exchange ideas and learn about books, art and each other. Free with Museum Membership or Admission. Website: http://www.ashevilleart.org

Fireside Sale at John C Campbell

Dec 6,  10AM-5PM, Keith House Community Room, John C Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, NC. The Folk School's annual Fireside Sale with approximately 50 artists will be selling great gift selections including ironwork, jewelry, pottery, fiber arts, woodworking items and much more. A great opportunity to shop for locally and regionally produced items that make one-of-a-kind gifts for the holiday season.

Website: https://www.folkschool.org

Mud Dabbers Pottery Holiday Open House

Dec 11-13, Mud Dabbers Pottery, Brevard NC. Come join the muddy holiday celebration at our annual Holiday Open House.  Pottery demonstrations, live music, refreshments and a great selection of gifts on Friday and Saturday from 9 am - 6 pm and on Sunday from 11 am - 6 pm.  For more information, call 884-5131.Website: http://www.muddabbers.com/