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SUMMARY:GRINDfest 2025
DESCRIPTION:GRINDFest 2025: Rebuilding is Everybody’s Business\n📅 Every Weekend in May | 📍 Asheville\, NC \nNote: GrindFest Day is May 24 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at 16 Fernihursst Drive. \nJoin us for an unforgettable month-long celebration of culture\, entrepreneurship\, and community! \nGrindFest 2025 is bigger than ever—taking over Asheville every Saturday and Sunday in May with high-energy events\, inspiring conversations\, and can’t-miss experiences. Whether you’re an entrepreneur\, creative\, or just here for a good time\, there’s something for everyone. \n🔥 WHAT TO EXPECT:\n\nLive Music & Performances – Enjoy some of the best local and regional talent.\nWorkshops & Networking – Build connections and gain insights from industry leaders.\nEpic Dance Moments – Be part of the BIGGEST line dance in North Carolina!\nFood & Culture – A curated brunch experience and immersive cultural showcases.\nGames & Competitions – Pitch contests\, arcade tournaments\, and more!\n\nFrom inspiring talks to vibrant nightlife\, GrindFest is about celebrating resilience\, growth\, and the power of community. Whether you’re here to learn\, build\, or just vibe—this festival is for YOU. \n📍 Locations: Multiple venues across Asheville\n🎟 RSVP today & stay tuned for event announcements! \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/grindfest-2025/
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Partner Events,Social Gathering,Sponsored Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Wall Street AVL":MAILTO:admin@blackwallstreetavl.com
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SUMMARY:WNC Strong: Stories of Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a very special event Tuesday\, May 13th 5:30-8 PM at the Radical Hotel. The evening will feature local food from Chef Jacob Sessoms\, community conversations and inspiring stories from local small business owners. This is a free event\, and all funds raised will support direct grants to small business owners impacted by Hurricane Helene. \nSchedule\n5:30-6:30 p.m.: Crafted Beverages & Heavy Hors d’oeuvres\n6:30 p.m.: Stories of Resilience\n7:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.: Networking & Continued Conversations \nThank you to our generous sponsors: \n \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/wnc-strong-stories-of-resilience/
LOCATION:The Radical\, 95 Roberts St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event
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SUMMARY:Mountain Raise 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday\, January 23 from 5:30 – 8:30 pm for a celebration of  WNC’s resilience and recovery. Hear from entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses in innovative ways in response to Hurricane Helene\, and enjoy beverages and small bites from local purveyors. Come share in the growth and recovery of our local economy. \nTickets on sale now!
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/mountain-raise-2024/
LOCATION:Highland Brewing Event Center\, 12 Old Charlotte Hwy\, Asheville\, NC\, 28803\, United States
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SUMMARY:Celebrate 35 Years: Pint Night at Hi-Wire Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate Mountain BizWorks’ 35 years of building a vibrant and inclusive small business community in WNC!  \nHi-Wire Brewing will be generously donating $1 of each pint sold to support our work. Plus there will be great local food trucks\, awesome beer\, and community building.  \nBring a friend! This is an open house event\, and all are welcome. You don’t want to miss it! 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/celebrate-35-years-pint-night-at-hi-wire-brewing/
LOCATION:Hi-Wire RAD Beer Garden\, 284 Lyman St.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,Networking,Social Gathering
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SUMMARY:GRINDfest 2023
DESCRIPTION:Grindfest – brought to you by Grind AVL and Black Wall Street Asheville – is BACK! It is a free\, 3-day event that celebrates the success of Black entrepreneurs + business owners in Asheville.  A block-party style event will take place on 8 Rivers Arts Place! This includes a weekend full of music\, games\, live performance\, food\, local vendors + learning\, employment and partnership opportunities. The goal of the festival is to highlight the progress made by people of color while also connecting folks in the community. A long weekend of fun and excitement. 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/grindfest-2023/
LOCATION:Black Wall Street\, 8 River Arts Place\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Partner Events,Social Gathering,Sponsored Event
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