Alex and Owen first met at old time parties in Asheville back in 2012 and formed the Franklin Rattlers duo soon thereafter. They have been playing old time and bluegrass tunes, Alex’s original music, and covers from folks like Bob Dylan and the Grateful Dead, off and on ever since. Alex’s vocals, guitar and ...

Mike Holstein Duo performing live at the Cedar Mountain Canteen this Friday - original jazz and soundscapes from 2 PM to 4 PM, and no cover!

Yep, you read that right.  We are inviting you to bring your favorite gas station (or other) fried chicken and enjoy it with a variety of wines Nick is selecting.  This is not the first time Nick has had this pairing and he enjoyed it so much he wants to share it. ...

We are excited to welcome Nikki Talley this evening. She sings her boots off, plays acoustic guitar as well as her mountain clawhammer banjo.

The Harrows are Bob Culver on guitars, fiddle, accordion and Hazel Ketchum on drums, guitar, banjo and vocals. From concert halls to clubs to dances, The Harrows entertain with their own brand of spirit led blues, gospel and original music. They are regular performers for the Women & Series at The Charleston ...

Join us for a special Dry January Event, The Canteen Mocktail Party, and community potluck with music by the Plaid Mountain Boys (pub session style) and drinks and products from Briar Rose Organics and many other products from national mocktail providers.   This is a great way to sample mocktails and enjoy an ...

We always have a plant-based gluten free food option during our potlucks.  Because so many of our visitors are opting to move to plant-based diets, we are being asked for recipes.  We thought it would be fun to share recipes of our community through the preparation of a plant-based meal as a ...

Jackson Grimm marries folk pop melodies with the lonesome sound of traditional Appalachian music. In a region with a strong music culture, it is no surprise that Grimm's songwriting is representative of his musical birthplace: Asheville, NC. A modern string band leader, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, Grimm is a talent on the rise. Sarah ...

Josh Carter has been playing music in and around Brevard for most of his life. In 2013 he started the band Pretty Little Goat with his wife Mallory, his old friend JT Linville, and his new friend Owen. Josh writes a lot of groovy instrumental music that doesn't always appear in Goat shows, ...

As we continue our focus on community health through beverage, we are expanding our offerings past tastings.  We are hosting a book club focused on the book, The Prime.  We will meet for the first time Thursday, January 25th at 6 pm.  Please let us know if you would like to join ...

Jason brings another amazing show! Quinn Sternberg (bass) and Michael Jefry Stevens (piano) perform 2 sets of original jazz music at the Cedar Mountain Canteen on Friday January 26 from 2 PM to 4 PM. No cover!

Tina Collins of Tina and Her Pony Born and raised on the banks of the Ohio where she studied opera at Baldwin-Wallace Conservatory, Tina Collins’ live performances take the listener on a quest, with her clear, soulfully strong vocals leading the way. She is often compared vocally to Alison Krauss, Joni Mitchell ...

Born in Western North Carolina, Haden Rhea is a very talented fiddle player who is not afraid to try new things. She grew up being taught how to love and respect the outdoors. Her loving mother took on the responsibility of her education from the very start, not just with academics, but ...

Originally from Raleigh, North Carolina, Asheville-based singer-songwriter Frances Eliza blends her love of songwriting with her passion for jazz, indie-folk, and pop music. Her jarring, unexpected lyrics and intricate melodies delve into the challenges of human relationships from the perspective of an independent-minded young woman and musician. Frances draws inspiration from artists ...

We are excited to welcome Nikki Talley this evening, along with her special guests Mare Carmody and Suzanne Schmitt. Mare Carmody is a voice of Southern songwriting, having lived in Virginia, Tennessee, Arkansas and North Carolina over the last 23 years.  She is a lover of language and an observer of life. ...

Born and raised in and around Brevard, NC, Mark Queen is a 5th generation mountain musician, bluegrass guitar player, and local legend. Mark grew up playing with his family, which hails from the Caney Fork area of Jackson County. Most of Mark's family played or sang old time mountain music, including his ...