Attend viewing party for Asheville companies on TV show

Three area businesses -- and one business advocacy nonprofit -- will be featured in a PBS show, "Start Up," Nov. 20.

Asheville Pizza & Brewing on Merrimon Avenue will host a viewing party from 10-11:45 p.m.

The show will feature segments on Appalatch Outdoor Apparel, small business nonprofit Mountain BizWorks, Silver Leaf Herbs and ZaPow!

"Start up" is a television program that offers its viewers an up-close and personal look into the world of the modern American entrepreneur, according to PBS.

Tickets for the event are free, but limited to 150. Raffle prizes will include gift certificates, an original painting and more. Raffle tickets will be available for $5 each. The Asheville Pizza & Brewing bar and kitchen will also be open.

Asheville Pizza is at 675 Merrimon Ave. For more, visit http://ashevillebrewing.com or call 254-1281.

For more on the show, visit http://startup-usa.com.