Tip to Toe: Advanced Handles and Feet Tyler-James Anderson Summer Session #1 May 22- June 19 Wednesdays, 6:30-9pm In this class we will be treating this shorter summer session as a concentration on handle and footing techniques for wheel thrown or hand-built work. Students will learn numerous new ways to make creative handles and feet for their pots. Topics will include pulling and trimming, hand(le) building, and utilizing plaster molds to add unique flair to the work. This class is…

The Penland Gallery will present "Shoko Teruyama | Ceramics" in a solo FOCUS Gallery exhibition. Teruyama’s intimately patterned and narrative ornamentation reflects her Japanese heritage. Her vessel forms begin with heavy clay slab construction, later carved and embellished with floral motifs or renderings of her personal cast of characters – owls, cats, turtles – standing in for their human counterparts to share a story of daily trials. The sophisticated and exquisitely detailed forms transcend intended function and evolve into paintings…

The exhibition "Further Evidence: The Art of Natural Dyes" will feature the work of sixteen international artists working with natural dyes. Co-curated by textile artist and dyer Catharine Ellis, who along with Danish textile engineer and chemist Joy Boutrup, will be publishing a long awaited book on the subject and co-teaching at Penland School in 2019. The resurgence of the use of natural dyes in both studio practice and commercial dying will be recognized in this exhibition, including works on…

This 8-week class is geared to the person who wants to develop a firm foundation in hot glass. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or have some experience, this class will deepen your understanding of glass as an artist’s material. Students will lead an exploration from solid sculpture to vessel-making. Emphasis is on furnace glass, however, all aspects of sound studio practice will be covered including cold working. Appropriate for Beginner to Intermediate levels.

Life Size Portrait Modeling Leonid Siveriver Summer Session #1 May 20- June 17 Mondays, 6-9pm Have you ever wanted to model a likeness in clay? This is the perfect opportunity! Come immerse yourself in the study of sculptural portraiture with sculptor Leonid Siveriver. Students will sculpt a life size portrait in terra cotta based on a live model, with plenty of feedback and personalized attention from the instructor. Tuition: $235 + $45 Lab and model fee Level: All Levels

Animals with Attitude Mac McCusker Summer Session #1 May 21- June 18 Tuesdays, 6:30-9pm Animals can illustrate the human condition and illicit empathy. Every gesture and pose can communicate a difficult message. Learn to create ceramic sculptures of your favorite animals. We will make dynamic sculptures that have charisma and attitude. This class is for all skill levels. Tuition: $195 + $35 Lab Fee Level: All Levels

We are offering 10 weeks of Clay Camp this summer! Camps meet Monday- Friday, 9am-12pm and 2-5pm. $225 each camp. $25 discount for a sibling in the same camp, use discount code claycamp25 when registering on Eventbrite. See below for Clay Camp. descriptions.

Come experience the love of clay with our talented artists at Odyssey ClayWorks! Learn to sculpt, coil, and even get to try your hand at throwing on the potter's wheel in a fun and upbeat atmosphere. All skill levels welcome.

Rare Diseases Meet 2019 provides a premier interdisciplinary platform for researchers to present the latest research findings and describe emerging technologies, and directions in rare diseases and orphan drugs issues. The conference seeks to contribute to presenting novel research results in all aspects of Rare Diseases and Orphan Drugs. The conference aims to bring together leading academic scientists, researchers and research scholars to exchange and share their experiences and research results about all aspects of rare diseases and orphan drugs.…

June 15-20, 2019 50th Anniversary of Annual Brevard AAUW Book Sale Brevard College- Boshamer Gym 1 Brevard College Drive, Brevard NC 28712 Opening day: Sat. June 15 (10am – 7pm) Sun. June 16 (12pm – 7pm) Mon. & Tues. June 17 & 18 (10am – 7pm) Wed. June 19 (10am – 7pm) Half price day Thurs. June 20 (10am – 5pm) Fill a box for $5 day *Thurs. June 20 Non-Profits only from 5:15-6:15 pm Free 30,000 sorted books in…

June 15-20, 2019 50th Anniversary of Annual Brevard AAUW Book Sale Brevard College- Boshamer Gym 1 Brevard College Drive, Brevard NC 28712 Opening day: Sat. June 15 (10am – 7pm) Sun. June 16 (12pm – 7pm) Mon. & Tues. June 17 & 18 (10am – 7pm) Wed. June 19 (10am – 7pm) Half price day Thurs. June 20 (10am – 5pm) Fill a box for $5 day *Thurs. June 20 Non-Profits only from 5:15-6:15 pm Free 30,000 sorted books in…

June 15-20, 2019 50th Anniversary of Annual Brevard AAUW Book Sale Brevard College- Boshamer Gym 1 Brevard College Drive, Brevard NC 28712 Opening day: Sat. June 15 (10am – 7pm) Sun. June 16 (12pm – 7pm) Mon. & Tues. June 17 & 18 (10am – 7pm) Wed. June 19 (10am – 7pm) Half price day Thurs. June 20 (10am – 5pm) Fill a box for $5 day *Thurs. June 20 Non-Profits only from 5:15-6:15 pm Free 30,000 sorted books in…

Every Tuesday evening Isis presents our Tuesday Bluegrass Sessions. The sessions are hosted each week by a local bluegrass musician with friends or a band. Following the host band, Bluegrass musicians from the Asheville area gather on stage to jam in an open session. Occasionally, we feature a touring band that will perform prior to the open session and help co-host the jam. It’s always a great evening of music and community.

June 15-20, 2019 50th Anniversary of Annual Brevard AAUW Book Sale Brevard College- Boshamer Gym 1 Brevard College Drive, Brevard NC 28712 Opening day: Sat. June 15 (10am – 7pm) Sun. June 16 (12pm – 7pm) Mon. & Tues. June 17 & 18 (10am – 7pm) Wed. June 19 (10am – 7pm) Half price day Thurs. June 20 (10am – 5pm) Fill a box for $5 day *Thurs. June 20 Non-Profits only from 5:15-6:15 pm Free 30,000 sorted books in…

Broad spectrum Americana - Progressive folk, country, rock, blues, originals and well known covers on 6 and 12-string guitars and banjo. Scores of fans and promoters the world over will declare that attending one of Dave Cofell's performances is a wonderful experience. With the gift of a consummate storyteller, he shares both funny and tender moments. He is an artist whose first love is music and it shows. Dave Cofell is an McKnight award winning ASCAP singer-songwriter and publisher, a…

Every Saturday in July the park will remain open late, until 9:00 p.m., so you can make more family memories! Enjoy evening train and stage shows, rides at dusk, and fun throughout the park.

June 15-20, 2019 50th Anniversary of Annual Brevard AAUW Book Sale Brevard College- Boshamer Gym 1 Brevard College Drive, Brevard NC 28712 Opening day: Sat. June 15 (10am – 7pm) Sun. June 16 (12pm – 7pm) Mon. & Tues. June 17 & 18 (10am – 7pm) Wed. June 19 (10am – 7pm) Half price day Thurs. June 20 (10am – 5pm) Fill a box for $5 day *Thurs. June 20 Non-Profits only from 5:15-6:15 pm Free 30,000 sorted books in…

Unleash your inner yogi with us at Asheville Outlets for ‘Pints & Poses’, a 45-minute yoga class led by instructors from the WNC YMCA, which includes a craft beer from UpCountry Brewing. Pints & Poses will be held at Asheville Outlets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. Dates include: May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 19 and October 17, 2019. Class cost is $10 at the door with ticket sales benefitting the WNC…

Melodic jazz from their new Waltzing out-of-Town CD plus new music from their in-production album “Seasons.” Richard Shulman – piano, Zack Page – bass, Rick Dilling – drums

A wonderful, imagination filled day for children ages 4 and up to play in the magical world of Fairies. Come join our Fairy team for an exciting, fun-filled day in the Fairy Garden. Activities include Fairy tea, crafts and a tour of the Fairy Garden. June 21 & 22, 9:30-11:30 & 1:00-3:00. Limited to 12 children per session. $20 per child, $35 for two siblings. Register early as this is one of our most popular events!

It’s 1901. A deeply divided America, like the rest of the globe, is teetering on the brink of war. Politicians are manipulating the facts to curry public favor, and the media is spinning the public into a partisan-fueled frenzy, as our country is deciding its moral and philosophical destiny. Sound familiar? We think so, too. Even though it’s set at the turn of the 20th century, In the Assassins' Garden feels as relevant and vital as the morning news. Asheville-area…

Two punk rocker brothers started a group that pays tribute to the swing/big band era of the 20th century. This is what happens when Sinatra joins The Clash. Punk rock energy meets Vegas in its prime.

Maples and the One of a Kind (OOAK) Art Gallery in Micaville will be hosting our first Seasonal Wellness Day on June 22, 2019 from 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm in the Gallery loft, Coffee Shop and surrounding grounds. For a small donation, local health and well-being practitioners will be providing their services to anyone who would like to participate. Registration is not necessary, but space is limited. Practitioners will meet outside the Community Room at the back of the…

Join United By Blue for a community cleanup of the French Broad River in Asheville, NC! We will meet at Salvage Station, and then spread out to clean along the French Broad River along Riverside Dr. Please meet at the navy blue United By Blue tent in the outdoor area of Salvage Station. Parking is available in the Salvage Station lot. We will clean the riverbanks and surrounding areas, and then gather for games, snacks, and educational experiences. Help us…

The American Chiropractic Association reports that about 31 million Americans experience low back pain at any given time. In spite of the increase in technology, education, and practical applications of exercises, Back Pain is Still on the Rise! Have you tried just about everything and yet still experience back pain?

Who: All ages and all families! Theme: This month we will be exploring the theme of SUMMER as well as the SUN and SHADOWS. Come out the Farmstead to learn all about the magical Sun and how it not only provides us heat and warmth, but does some pretty amazing things for the Earth as well. We will spend some time talking about one of our closest companions, our own shadows and what the season of Summer means! What: Family…

A free, family-oriented festival takes place riverside at Rosman's Champion Park. Enjoy food trucks, music and lots of games and activities for kids - including tubing rides, archery, fishing, a scavenger hunt, live reptiles, balloons, face painting and more! Come watch the start of the 20-mile Hellbender Paddle Relay sponsored by Headwaters Outfitters, visit with our vendors and exhibitors and celebrate the River. Contact: Transylvania French Broad Stewards Email: tfbstewards@gmail.com

Come learn the basics of felt painting and needle techniques to create 2D felt wall hangings. We will demonstrate how to create wet felted batts as a base, the quickest way to start a 2D project. Then, we will needle tack merino, alpaca, angora and other types of wool to create a 2D painting of whatever your heart desires. Finally, we'll run them through Echoview's Felt Loom to quickly finish the project, a process that would take hours needling by…

This workshop will introduce you to one of the earliest forms of weaving, backstrap weaving. You will learn how to set up your own backstrap loom to create and weave unique pieces of art that can be made anywhere. In this workshop, we will explore setting up a backstrap loom from start to finish using a string-heddle method and a plain weave structure. Naturally dyed hemp, wool and alpaca yarns/fibers will be available for use and experimentation. You will leave…

Young Adult Summer Intensive Ages 12-18 Kelsey Sickmeyer 6-week class Saturdays 3-6pm June 22- August 3 *No class July 5 We kept hearing that teens want more time to dive deeper in the world of clay, and that one week of the summer just isn’t enough! This class will meet Saturday afternoons, while offering additional open studio time for self-directed practice. We will be working each student on their own personal interests, be it sculpting, wheel-throwing, or a bit of…

Join Sylvia Rose Novak and her band for an evening of dynamic storytelling with a distinctly Southern Gothic edge. “Like Flannery O’Connor with a Rock & Roll band.”

It’s 1901. A deeply divided America, like the rest of the globe, is teetering on the brink of war. Politicians are manipulating the facts to curry public favor, and the media is spinning the public into a partisan-fueled frenzy, as our country is deciding its moral and philosophical destiny. Sound familiar? We think so, too. Even though it’s set at the turn of the 20th century, In the Assassins' Garden feels as relevant and vital as the morning news. Asheville-area…

Don’t miss 2x Grammy nominee Gretchen Peters for a seated show at Isis Music Hall on Saturday June 22nd! Jane Kramer will open. “…songs that manage, with deft use of language, to cram a whole epic into three minutes. It’s astonishingly good writing.” – Pop Matters “Stunning” – Rolling Stone Country “Beautifully defined and utterly compelling album.. Peters’ ability to give voice to believable characters is unbeatable.” – The Mirror (UK) “50 minutes of exquisite-sounding emotional devastation, depression, murder and…

It’s 1901. A deeply divided America, like the rest of the globe, is teetering on the brink of war. Politicians are manipulating the facts to curry public favor, and the media is spinning the public into a partisan-fueled frenzy, as our country is deciding its moral and philosophical destiny. Sound familiar? We think so, too. Even though it’s set at the turn of the 20th century, In the Assassins' Garden feels as relevant and vital as the morning news. Asheville-area…

Christy weaves acoustic guitar, story telling and Native inspired flute. Sexy, sacred and everything in between. Percussive guitar and rich vocals compared to KD Lang and Natalie Merchant.