Sly Sisters Jazz Duo(West), Goldstein Family Band, Kombucha Floats, 10 Cent Poetry Show, ABYSA Fundraiser, Krekel and Ami(West), Kids Open Mic Night, Autism Society Fundraiser, Alligator Indian Show, Big Hungry Show!!!
October:
Open Hearts Art Center Art Show/Fundraiser, Professor WhizzPop! Magic Show(West), Grammer School Show, Seussical the Musical, King Arthur Sunshine Show(West), Little Pearls/Asheville International Childrens Film Festival Fundraiser and Movie Screening!
The mission of the Bob Moog Foundation is to educate and inspire children and adults through the power and possibilities of electronic music and through the intersection of music, science and innovation. Check out http://moogfoundation.org to find out more!
Tuesday August 30th from 5-8pm on Merrimon, we're supporting that mission. 50% of sales will be donated to BMF during the event. In addition there will be several electronic instruments at The Hop that night to help educate kids and adults about electronic music!
PS Bob Moog was a fan of The Hop Ice Cream and would cruise his iconic car through the old drive-thru :)
Wednesday, August 24th from 5-8pm at The Hop, American Cancer Society Day:
Chances are you've known someone close who has battled with cancer or done so yourself. To support cancer research, raise awareness and funds, The Hop will be donating 50% of sales during the event on Merrimon to ACS. In addition there will be merchandise for sale as well as a donation jar to help bring in always-needed funds.
First off, in an effort to say THANK YOU for allowing us to be a part of this wonderful Asheville community, we gave away over 340 Free Kiddie Scoops of Ice Cream last Sunday! This was The Hop's 33rd Birfday and our 3 year Anniversary as owners :)
Tuesday brought a Free kid hip-hop show with Secret Agent 23 Skidoo and a HUGE crowd to The Hop on Merrimon. This show definitely confirmed 23 Skidoo's reputation as one of the best children's performers in the country!
Then on Wednesday, due to some really fortuitous circumstances, Rabbit!, a super fun kid-friendly electro-pop band on a National tour, stopped by Merrimon and won over a ton of new fans. The above video is why... :)
Last but certainly not least, zen Sutherland, one of Asheville's most lovable people, drew a gathering of all ages to The Hop West for a Beatles sing-a-long. The feeling with which one left this event was truly infectious and full of love!
What an amazing week! So so Much Love, everyone. Ashley and I sincerely thank you :D
Greg and Ashley Garrison Owners
The Hop Ice Cream Cafe hopicecreamcafe@yahoo.com
640 Merrimon Ave
828 254 2224
AND
The Hop West 721 Haywood Rd
828 252 5155
Friday, August 19th from 6:30-7:30pm at The Hop West (721 Haywood Rd):
Asheville's beloved character, photographer and socialite, zen Sutherland, who also knows a thing or two about a piano, will be performing a set of Beatles sing-a-long songs! Bring the family. It's free and appropriate for all ages. Much Love to zen for helping us put this show together!!!
And don't forget to bring your Mersey-side singing voices!!!
This past Tuesday, August 16th, Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, joined by Jonathan Santos, walked in, set up and brought their brilliant Hip Hop to the Ice Cream shop. Here are four videos from the show. Hope you enjoy :)
"I Like Fruit" got the crowd singing...
"Hot Lava" got the crowd jumping...
"Secret Handshake" got the crowd soul-clapping...
"Mind Over Matter" put the crowd in awe of a little girl in roller skates rapping (AKA MC Fireworks)...
The contagiously energetic and absolutely endearing band, Rabbit!, out of Orlando, FL, will be making a stop at The Hop to perform a number of excellent tunes for your entertainment! To understand my enthusiasm for their music, check out the videos below :)
Sunday August 14th from 1-10pm on Merrimon:
Help Ashley and I celebrate The Hop's 33rd Birfday, as well as our 3rd year Anniversary as owners, with FREE KIDDIE SCOOPS for all! No purchase necessary. In addition, many of the members of The Runaway Circus, Asheville Vaudeville and more will be around to entertain you!
We truly are extremely fortunate to be a part of such a great business tradition that is The Hop, such a great community of people and to call you our customers and friends. Hugs, High Fives and Much Love!!!
Tuesday August 9th from 6:30-7:30pm:
Asheville's, Franklin Keel, Cellist for one of our favorite local bands, Sirius.B, as well as the Opal String Quartet, will be performing a free Cello Program for you to enjoy! This really should be a fantastic performance!!!
Thursday 8/4, 6-8:30pm on Merrimon: This year's last Doggie Ice Cream Social for http://AnimalCompassionNetwork.org/! We'll be donating 50% of sales during the event to ACN in support of their animal rescue efforts! Also, Sheryl Mann of Flying Dogs Photography will be there to take pictures of you and your animals. As always, bring the pooches, enjoy some Ice Cream and support a great cause.
Here's a video from the previous Doggie Ice Cream Social :)
