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Celebrating Justin Townes Earle: ‘What Do You Do When You’re Lonesome’ Book Read

Mar 18, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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  • The Grey Eagle will host a special conversation with Jonathan Bernstein, author of What Do You Do When You’re Lonesome: The Authorized Biography of Justin Townes Earle, on Wednesday, March 18, at 6 p.m.

    Bernstein will read excerpts from his book and chat with local writer/musician Jay Moye about Earle’s life and career, with a focus on the acclaimed singer/songwriter’s Asheville legacy.

    This free​ event will precede the March 2026 edition of the Golden Folk Sessions songwriter series, which will begin at 7:15 p.m. Copies of What Do You Do When You’re Lonesome will be available for sale, and the Grey Eagle taqueria and bar will be open.

    Photo taken by Sandlin Gaither before Earle’s first Grey Eagle show on Feb. 1, 2008.