Name: The Jew in the Folk Muse
Start: 2026-11-15T15:00:00.000-05:00
End: 2026-11-15T17:00:00.000-05:00
Location: Asheville Jewish Community Center

Folk songwriters Deborah Silverstein and Chuck Brodsky share an afternoon of original acoustic songs at the Asheville JCC on Sunday, November 15, from 3 to 5 PM.

Both artists will show how their Jewish identities run through a lifetime of songwriting. Silverstein's song "Draglines" became an environmental anthem, and Brodsky is known for story songs about underdogs, oddballs and baseball.

Tickets are $18 for JCC members and $25 for non-members, with light refreshments. The concert is in the JCC's Dave Family Social Hall at 236 Charlotte Street.

The Asheville Jewish Community Center is a community hub at 236 Charlotte Street, just north of downtown Asheville. It runs fitness, family and Jewish cultural programs on a quiet, wooded campus.

The campus includes the Shalom Children's Center for early childhood education, an after-school program and Camp Ruach in summer. The David Zimerman Pool anchors the aquatics program, and adult wellness classes run alongside Jewish holiday and learning programs. The building also hosts community events like Beat Church, a regular dance gathering.

Beat Church regulars are some of the JCC's biggest fans and call it a sweet dance space. Front desk staff get high marks for being kind and welcoming. Neighbors who walk the grounds say the campus is peaceful, especially after a snowfall.

Asheville Jewish Community Center

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