The Laurel of Asheville‘s Community Events Calendar
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sov·er·eign·ty: Expressions in Sovereignty of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians
Museum of the Cherokee People 589 Tsali Blvd., Cherokee, NCOn view from March 15, 2024 through February 28, 2025, ‘sov·er·eign·ty: Expressions in Sovereignty of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ illuminates the complexities of tribal sovereignty and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ continuing legacy of resilience. Featuring objects sourced from the Museum of the Cherokee People’s own collections, 'sov·er·eign·ty' is designed to educate […]
Exhibition | Forces of Nature: Ceramics from the Hayes Collection
Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesCeramic artists throughout history have become masters of all four elements—creating clay from a mixture of earth and water to shape their work, drying it in air, and hardening it in fire. Throughout this process, the artist decides which aspects of the work will be tightly controlled, and when the elements can step in to […]
Exhibition | Forces of Nature Ceramics from the Hayes Collection
Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesCeramic artists throughout history have become masters of all four elements—creating clay from a mixture of earth and water to shape their work, drying it in air, and hardening it in fire. Throughout this process, the artist decides which aspects of the work will be tightly controlled, and when the elements can step in to […]
Exhibition | Anti Form: Robert Morris’s Earth Projects
Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe Asheville Art Museum presents Anti Form: Robert Morris’s Earth Projects. The suite of lithographic drawings by Robert Morris presents a series of ideas for ten works of art shaped out of earth, atmospheric conditions, and built environments. Created in 1969, the series marks an important moment when artists began to reimagine what art could […]
Qigong Infused Yoga™ Online Training
Zoom (Virtual) 95 Upper Red Oak Trail, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesJanuary 19th – March26th, 2025 | 10 Consecutive Sundays |2-4PM EST 20 Hours Total (Live Sessions with Recordings Available) In a world where anxiety, stress, and trauma are increasingly prevalent, particularly in the aftermath of recent societal events, there’s a growing need for practices that provide genuine support and healing. This Qigong Infused Yoga™ Online […]
The Wondrous World Of Hobey Ford’s Golden Rod Puppets
Warren Wilson College 701 Warren Wilson Rd, Swannanoa, NC, United StatesElizabeth Holden Gallery’s exhibition The Wondrous World Of Hobey Ford’s Golden Rod Puppets featuring the work of master puppeteer Hobey Ford will be on view at Warren Wilson College from January 23rd to March 7th, 2025. Warren Wilson’s Art Department is excited to host an exhibition of rod, foam, and shadow puppets by the award […]
Ballet Hispánico
WCU Bardo Arts Center 199 Centennial Drive, Cullowhee, NCBallet Hispánico is the nation’s renowned Latino dance organization and one of America’s Cultural Treasures. For 50 years, Ballet Hispánico has been bringing communities together to celebrate and explore Latino cultures through innovative dance performances, transformative dance training, and enduring community engagement experiences. Join Bardo Arts Center as we watch Ballet Hispánico perform new and […]
YAMATO The Drummers of Japan
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., Asheville人の力 “Hito no Chikara” — The Power of Human Strength Take a thrilling, high-energy ride through centuries of Japanese tradition, where heart-thumping rhythms explode from a dizzying display of more than 40 Taiko drums. The power of human strength, tenacity and sheer endurance lie at the heart of this new program, which challenges the influence […]
YIKES! Dating Disaster Comedy with Sarah Love
LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesEvery Thursday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we have Sarah Love from Asheville and her friends!!! YIKES! is a show of dating disaster stories and stand up comedy hosted by local favorite Sarah Love. Join Sarah and a group of amazing comedians as they share their […]
An Artful Journey: Black Artists and Ancient Egypt
Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesThe Artful Journey with Julianna Caro continues! After an exciting fall looking at art exhibitions on Impressionism, the Harlem Renaissance, John Singer Sargent, and the Venice Biennale, this winter we will gather to explore three new topics: Siena and the Rise of Painting, Black Artists and Ancient Egypt, 1876–Now, and Leap Before You Look: A […]
Fall In Love With Asheville Again!!
362 Depot Street, Asheville, NC 362 Depot Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesFall In Love with Asheville Again! at 362 Depot Street in Asheville’s River Arts District Saturday, February 15th Party starts at 5:00…..musicians…..food and beverages ….and some incredible art! 362 Depot Street artists are throwing open their doors, and inviting anyone wanting to Fall in Love With Asheville Again to drop in this Friday or Saturday. […]
Opening Day | Asheville Strong: Celebrating Art and Community After Hurricane Helene
Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe Asheville Art Museum is delighted to present an exhibition of artwork by artists who live and work in the Helene-affected Appalachia region. The Museum was founded by a group of passionate artists in 1948 with a mission, in part, to share and promote the art of Western North Carolina. Carrying on that legacy, this […]
Tyger Tyger Pop-Up Art Auction for BeLoved Asheville
8 London Road 8 London Road, AshevilleThis Valentine's Day, show your love for Asheville and bid on art recovered from Hurricane Helene. Tyger Tyger Gallery is hosting a special silent auction on Valentine's Day of flood-damaged, salvaged and new art by our gallery artists who have generously donated their work to benefit BeLoved Asheville. Join us on February 14th in Biltmore […]
Valentine’s Day Comedy with Ryan Brown
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleEvery weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best stand up comedians from all over the country and Valentine's Day is no different! Come fall in love with the hilarious Ryan Brown Ryan Brown is a comedian and writer raised in North Carolina, where he’s currently based after 8 years of living and performing in NYC. […]
Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesDirector: Victoria Lamberth Approximate Run Time: 2 hours, 5 minutes Rating: PG-13 due to adult language and situations. Conversations addressing prejudice, racism, and bigotry. A progressive white couple’s proud liberal sensibilities are tested when their daughter brings her black fiance home to meet them in this fresh and relevant stage adaptation of the iconic film […]
Hot and Horny Valentine’s Day Comedy
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleModelface Comedy presents Hot & Horny Comedy Showcase Celebrate the hottest/ funniest time of the year with some of the horniest comics around! And what is sexier than a sense of humor? Jokes and stories about dating, love, lust and everything else. ages 21+ doors at 7:30pm, show at 8pm Tickets $15 advance, $18 day […]
The Art of Yoga Series
Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesJoin us in the Museum Atrium for a harmonious blend of artistic inspiration and mindful movement! Each session features a deep dive into one artwork drawing connections between the imagery and our yoga practice—then explore the Museum afterwards! $10 (save $5 when you register for all three sessions—use discount code YOGA at checkout)
The Art of Yoga Series
Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesJoin us in the Museum Atrium for a harmonious blend of artistic inspiration and mindful movement! This Saturday sessions will feature a deep dive into one artwork drawing connections between the imagery and our yoga practice. Drop in for one session, or sign up for all three to save $5 (use discount code YOGA at […]
Fall In Love With Asheville Again!!
362 Depot Street, Asheville, NC 362 Depot Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesFall In Love with Asheville Again! at 362 Depot Street in Asheville’s River Arts District Saturday, February 15th Party starts at 5:00…..musicians…..food and beverages ….and some incredible art! 362 Depot Street artists are throwing open their doors, and inviting anyone wanting to Fall in Love With Asheville Again to drop in this Friday or Saturday. […]
Great Buzz Gathering
The Grey Eagle 185 Clingman Ave, AshevilleStep Into the World of Pollinators at the 6th Annual Great Buzz Gathering! Imagine a world without vibrant blooms, flourishing crops, or thriving wildlife. That’s the reality we face without pollinators—the tiny but mighty creatures essential to life on Earth. On Saturday, February 15, you’re invited to the Grey Eagle Music Hall & Pub in […]
Hemlock Hike at DuPont State Recreational Forest
DuPont State Recreational Forest 89 Buck Forest Rd, Cedar Mountain, NCPlease join us on Saturday, February 15th at 1:00 pm for an educational hemlock hike with the Hemlock Restoration Initiative at DuPont State Recreational Forest near Cedar Mountain, NC. The hike is about 3.5 miles total round-trip, and is considered easy to moderate terrain. We will walk along the Three Lakes Trail and Conservation Road. […]
Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesDirector: Victoria Lamberth Approximate Run Time: 2 hours, 5 minutes Rating: PG-13 due to adult language and situations. Conversations addressing prejudice, racism, and bigotry. A progressive white couple’s proud liberal sensibilities are tested when their daughter brings her black fiance home to meet them in this fresh and relevant stage adaptation of the iconic film […]
Zoe & Cloyd Valentine’s Concert
Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United States2025 marks the 10-year anniversary of Zoe & Cloyd, which grew out of the partnership of fiddler/vocalist Natalya Zoe Weinstein and multi-instrumentalist/vocalist John Cloyd Miller. The duo has been performing at the BMCA in various incarnations since 2005 and they are excited to celebrate this important milestone of Zoe & Cloyd at their annual show […]
Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and all your local favorites! This Saturday we have Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger's Revenge. Enjoy a cold pint of ginger beer while you laugh it up with Modelface Comedy ages 18+ doors at 6:30, show at 7pm Tickets $18
Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and all your local favorites! This Saturday we have Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger's Revenge. Enjoy a cold pint of ginger beer while you laugh it up with Modelface Comedy ages 18+ doors at 6:30, show at 7pm Tickets $18
5Rhythms®Vacillating Waves Class on Sunday hosted by Karen
Asia House 828 119 Coxe Ave., Asheville, NCGo Crazy for Love! We know that Love for others can be complicated, unpredictable, and sometimes shifting! On the other hand, falling in Love is fun and exciting! Join us to move through our bodies all of the different feelings and experiences that we have for others. "Dance to fall in Love with the Spirt […]
Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesDirector: Victoria Lamberth Approximate Run Time: 2 hours, 5 minutes Rating: PG-13 due to adult language and situations. Conversations addressing prejudice, racism, and bigotry. A progressive white couple’s proud liberal sensibilities are tested when their daughter brings her black fiance home to meet them in this fresh and relevant stage adaptation of the iconic film […]
GALENTINE’S AT CRAVE WITH THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF ASHEVILLE
Crave 41 N Lexington Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesJoin Junior League of Asheville members at their favorite event of the year – Galentine’s at Crave Dessert Bar. Enjoy a dessert and meet like minded women who make an impact in WNC. Sparked with Love will be onsite with permanent jewelry for sale! Attire: casual
Comedy for Community supporting Our Voice
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleModelface Comedy Presents: Comedy For Community Locals supporting locals is the heart of Asheville. Comedy for Community brings all your favorite local comedians together each week at Catawba Brewing to support the towns we love through a variety of local charities and organizations. This week we are supporting Our Voice! Our Voice inspires hope and […]
Behind-the-Scenes Tour with Museum Registrar Chris Whitten
Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesJoin Chris Whitten, the Museum’s registrar, for a behind-the-scenes look at a selection of artworks from the Museum’s collection vault. You will see objects up close and outside their frames or cases and learn from Chris about display techniques, materials, and collections care. Space is limited; registration is required.
5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NCDon't Let the Flame of Love Die! When we are in love and involved consistently with a person, our bodies, friendship, work, work with organizations and have hobbies, we tend to get bored, confused, frustrated, and sometimes ask the question of What is Next? When that happens the Flame of Love becomes dull. How do […]
Folkmoot LIVE! An Evening of Bluegrass/Klezmer Fusion
Folkmoot Friendship Center 112 Virginia Avenue, WaynesvilleFolkmoot LIVE! proudly presents the innovative “klezgrass” music of Zoe & Cloyd that springs from the rich traditions and complementary styles of fiddler/vocalist Natalya Zoe Weinstein and multi-instrumentalist/vocalist John Cloyd Miller with special guest, Kevin Kehrberg on bass. Based in Asheville, NC, Zoe & Cloyd delight audiences with soaring harmonies and heartfelt songwriting, seamlessly combining […]
Comedy at Catawba: Liam Nelson
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleEvery Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Liam Nelson from NYC! Liam Nelson is a 23 year old comic from Atlanta whose 7 foot stature and experience with Marfan syndrome gives him a unique perspective on the world. He is a regular at clubs […]
Comedy at Catawba: Liam Nelson
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleEvery Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Liam Nelson from NYC! Liam Nelson is a 23 year old comic from Atlanta whose 7 foot stature and experience with Marfan syndrome gives him a unique perspective on the world. He is a regular at clubs […]
Rouge
Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesExpect the Unexpected.Prepare for an unforgettable night of laughter, thrills, and sizzling entertainment as Caroline Calouche & Co. proudly present "Rouge," a captivating cabaret show at the Wortham Center for Arts. "Rouge" is not your average cabaret; it's a thrilling show that promises to leave audiences on the edge of their seats. From comedy that […]