The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update 7/14-17

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The Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update 7/14-17

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GritVegas Weekend Update 7/14-17
What's going down, AVL? We're so excited about the upcoming weekend, and we have a list of things to get you excited, too. What are you up to? What did we miss? Thursday 7/14 OWL Grand Opening 8 am-6 pm Mini pastries, live music! Wear stripes for a free pastry (with cheese!).   El Chivo @ Fine Arts Theatre 7 pm The debut of the documentary film from local director Rod Murphy about Ultra Runner Will Harlan.   Moonlit Artist Market @ Burial Beer 8-11 pm  A celebration of local artists and artwork inspired by French Quarter nightly street markets; food from Salt and Smoke and live music.   Downtown After 5  Starting from 5 pm on, live music and family-friendly entertainment happens on Lexington Ave. This installment features music from the Asheville All-Stars and the Future All-Stars from Asheville Music School!   Friday 7/15  Burning Can @ Oskar Blues Brewing  This weekend-long celebration of canned beer "in all its glory." Live music from Andrew Scotchie & the River Rats, Dumpstaphunk, and more.  Album Release for the Sunset Go Trippers @ Asheville Music Hall 9 pm An album release party for the Sunset Go Trippers with friends including Philo (members of Empire Strikes Brass), Xero God, and more!   Saturday 7/16 Blue Ridge Rollergirls @ the US Cellular Center 5 to 9 pm Blue Ridge Roller Girls are having their final home bout of the season and their 10 year anniversary celebration! There will be a throwback match that's an ode to vintage derby, and Unifire Theater on the halftime show!   Mamadou Kelly @ the Mothlight 9 pm Mamadou Kelly, a guitarist from Mali and the Ali Farka Toure All Stars Band are coming to the Mothlight!   Sunday 7/17   The Big Crafty @ Pack Square Park 12-6 pm A celebration of local indie artists and crafters! Shopping and fun for the whole family in downtown Asheville.   Double Feature Film @ Ole Shakey's 9 pm-2 am Stop on by Shakey's Drive-In for a double feature film, food, beer, and delight on the banks of the French Broad River.