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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T204339
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T190000
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SUMMARY:Heritage Fire
DESCRIPTION:Taking place at The Horse Shoe Farm in Asheville on Sunday\, July 13\, the all-inclusive\, walk- around tour will feature a lineup of local chefs and artisans\, each grilling globally inspired\, heritage-breed proteins al fresco. The offerings include a wide array of meats and heirloom vegetables from the region’s top family farms and local purveyors. Brought to you by top culinary event producers a21\, Heritage Fire educates consumers and offers hands-on experience with honest food sourced straight from the farm. \nAn all-star cast of top chefs from Asheville and beyond will be on-site serving up delicious bites prepared over live fire. Participating talent include Alex and Ashleigh Baxevanis (Feta Flav Greek Taverna)\, Benjamin Sullivan (Cranford Bros BBQ)\, Brett Suess (The Silo Cookhouse at The Horse Shoe Farm)\, Daniel Valladares (Root & Bone)\, Fernando Desa (Goya Foods)\, Jason Sweeney (Asheville Proper)\, Mike Rednak (Indaco)\, Mountain Madre (Mountain Madre)\, Tory Bogin (Claywood)\, Tyler Slade (Bargello) and more!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/heritage-fire/
LOCATION:The Horse Shoe Farm\, 155 Horse Shoe Farm Drive\, Hendersonville\, 28791
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
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SUMMARY:Palaces for the People: Guastavino's Great American Places
DESCRIPTION:From 1882 to 1943\, in 31 states and six countries\, Raphael Guastavino and his son created more than 600 unique tile domes and vaultings that met his criteria of health\, safety\, and beauty. Palaces for the People is an exhibition about his life and works. It is now open at Asheville Museum of History\, in the city where Guastavino completed his final projects. Unable to find a seat in the tiny Catholic church in Asheville\, he built his last great structure\, the St. Lawrence Basilica. In Asheville\, the exhibit will feature additional elements and artifacts highlighting Guastavino’s time in and around the city. The Exhibition is a co-operative venture of the Guastavino Alliance\, Christmount\, Swannanoa Valley Museum\, and St. Lawrence Basilica.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/palaces-for-the-people-guastavinos-great-american-places/
LOCATION:Asheville Museum of History\, 283 Victoria Road\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Museum of History":MAILTO:education@ashevillehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T225501Z
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SUMMARY:Spark of the Eagle Dancer: The Collecting Legacy of Lambert Wilson
DESCRIPTION:This exhibition celebrates the legacy of Lambert Wilson\, a passionate collector of contemporary Native American art who encountered a beloved Cherokee sculpture as a student at Western Carolina University and decided to devote his life to supporting and encouraging Native artists. Wilson amassed an extensive collection during his lifetime\, focusing primarily on artists of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians\, Cherokee Nation\, and sovereign nations of the Southwest. Over 140 works on view tell the story of the relationships he built and the impact that he made by dedicating himself to this remarkable collection. \nMuseum Hours:\nThe WCU Fine Art Museum exhibitions and events are free and open to the public. Standard Museum hours are Tuesday through Friday\, 10AM-4PM\, and Thursday\, 10AM-7PM. If you have any questions\, please call (828)227-ARTS. \nImage Credit: John Julius Wilnoty (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians)\, Beetle\, oak burl wood carving\, 4.25 x 9 x 4.625 inches. Photo Credit: Tim Burleson\, Frontier Photography.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/spark-of-the-eagle-dancer-the-collecting-legacy-of-lambert-wilson/
LOCATION:WCU Bardo Arts Center\, 199 Centennial Drive\, Cullowhee\, NC\, 28723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240117T201655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T205154Z
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITION: Vera B. Williams / STORIES
DESCRIPTION:Vera B. Williams / STORIES\nEight Decades of Politics and Picture Making\nBlack Mountain College Museum + Arts Center\nJanuary 26 – May 11\, 2024 \nVera B. Williams\, an award-winning author and illustrator of children’s books\, started making pictures almost as soon as she could walk. She studied at Black Mountain College in a time where summer institutes were held with classes taught by John Cage and Merce Cunningham. Williams studied under the Bauhaus luminary Josef Albers and went on to make art for the rest of her life. At the time of her death\, The New York Times wrote: “Her illustrations\, known for bold colors and a style reminiscent of folk art\, were praised by reviewers for their great tenderness and crackling vitality.” Despite numerous awards and recognition for her children’s books\, much of her wider life and work remains unexplored. This retrospective will showcase the complete range of Williams’ life and work. It will highlight her time at Black Mountain College\, her political activism\, and her establishment\, with Paul Williams\, of an influential yet little-known artist community\, in addition to her work as an author and illustrator.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/exhibition-vera-b-williams-stories/
LOCATION:Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center\, 120 College Street\, Asheville\, North Carolina\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center":MAILTO:info@blackmountaincollege.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240223T163858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T133946Z
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SUMMARY:sov·er·eign·ty: Expressions in Sovereignty of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians
DESCRIPTION:On 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.\nFeaturing objects sourced from the Museum of the Cherokee People’s own collections\, ‘sov·er·eign·ty’ is designed to educate visitors about the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ autonomy\, its relationship with the federal government\, and how the tribe has defined its own relationship with its land\, people\, and culture. \nThe Museum of the Cherokee People is the tribal museum of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI)\, one of three federally recognized Cherokee tribes alongside Cherokee Nation and the United Keetowah Band of Cherokee Indians. The EBCI is a self-governed\, autonomous nation with over 16\,000 enrolled members living around the world—it has its own laws\, elections\, and government—and is the only federally recognized Tribal Nation within the boundaries of what is currently known as North Carolina.  \nIn this exhibition\, visitors will learn how\, through adaptability and innovation\, the EBCI has combated attempts to eradicate\, remove\, and assimilate its people and remained on the Qualla Boundary—57\,000 acres (0.00067661% of the original Cherokee territory) which is owned by the EBCI and held in trust by the federal government.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/sov%c2%b7er%c2%b7eign%c2%b7ty-expressions-in-sovereignty-of-the-eastern-band-of-cherokee-indians/
LOCATION:Museum of the Cherokee People\, 589 Tsali Blvd.\, Cherokee\, NC\, 28719
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ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of the Cherokee People":MAILTO:communications@motcp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T180000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
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SUMMARY:Youth Acting: Basic to Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:Teacher: Mike Yow \nClass cost: $150    \nMin students: 6    \nMax students: 15 \nClass Dates: Mondays\,  April 8 – May 13 (6 weeks)  \nTime: 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm \nAges: 11-17 (Middle and High School students) \nLocation: Hendersonville Theatre Auditorium \nRestrictions/Special Needs: Just comfortable clothing and footwear for light to moderate movement. \nPrerequisites: Just a willingness to learn the essentials of being a skilled and entertaining thespian. \nRefund Policy: The last day to receive a full refund* is March 4\, 2024.  After this date\, no refund will be issued.  \n*Refunds are for tuition only and are at the discretion of the Class Teacher and Education Director. All taxes and fees are final and cannot be refunded.  \nClass Description:\n In this class\, students will learn the basics of stage (and film) acting\, starting from simple stage directions and vocal projection to monologue\, cold readings\, improv techniques\, and more. \nFor more information and to register\, visit www.hendersonvilletheatre.org
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/youth-acting-basic-to-intermediate/
LOCATION:Hendersonville Theatre\, 229 South Washington Street\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28739\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hendersonville Theatre":MAILTO:info@HVLtheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T190000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240215T213204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T152419Z
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SUMMARY:Stellar Picks: A Community Choice Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:This exhibition is for everyone who has a favorite piece of art in the WCU Fine Art Museum collection—or would like to discover one! The Museum recently launched a new web portal for searching the Museum’s permanent collection online. The portal includes images and information about hundreds of works of art from the Museum’s 2\,100-piece collection\, which has a focus on contemporary art of the Americas. The public is invited to browse the new online database and cast a vote for the object they would most like to see on view. Museum staff will tally these votes this spring and present the community’s top picks in April 2024. \nArtwork created by WCU Student Roy Torda.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/stellar-picks-a-community-choice-exhibition/
LOCATION:WCU Bardo Arts Center\, 199 Centennial Drive\, Cullowhee\, NC\, 28723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T173000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240304T202622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T131833Z
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SUMMARY:Scribblers Studio: Writing Lab for Tweens
DESCRIPTION:Led by a certified Inward & Artward Creative Facilitator\, Tikva Kingrea\, this 6-week workshop series gives space for young folks’ imaginations to run wild\, turning anything and everything into an opportunity for storytelling! Students ages 11-14 will dive into their own worlds\, build their own imaginations\, and creating their own stories through a smorgasbord of storytelling forms. In this class\, we’re putting creative power back in the hands of the budding creative both individually and as a group. What kind of wildernesses can we construct and discover?  \nAt the end of the day\, we’re exploring various forms of writing\, infusing imagination into our stories\, and we’re building trust and confidence in young creatives. No homework necessary! Every Wednesday\, Apr 17-May 22\, 4:15-5:30p.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/scribblers-studio-writing-lab-for-tweens-2/
LOCATION:Story Parlor\, 227 Haywood Road\, Asheville\, 28806
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T000000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240229T212646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T175714Z
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SUMMARY:Upcycle Art Auction
DESCRIPTION:ReClaim Madison Salvage & Thrift announces our 4th Upcycle Art Auction\, a popular community-driven fundraiser event to benefit the Community Housing Coalition (CHC) of Madison County\, NC. Hosted for the first time by the Madison County Arts Council in its prominent arts-based venue\, the exhibit and silent auction will bring the people of Madison County and beyond together at the intersection of reuse\, creativity\, and heart.\nThe auction will feature an intentionally curated exhibit of 35 works created and contributed by professional artists/makers from Madison County and beyond. In addition\, a selection of upcycled creations contributed by community members of all skill levels\, will be available ready to buy at set prices in the lobby of the exhibit
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/upcycle-art-auction/
LOCATION:Madison County Arts Council Gallery\, 90 S. Main Street\, Marshall\, NC\, 28753\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T140000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240405T200304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240406T165827Z
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SUMMARY:Thurgood
DESCRIPTION:From his landmark victory in Brown v. Board of Education to becoming the first African American to serve on the Supreme Court—Thurgood Marshall devoted his life to the pursuit of a more just world. This captivating one-man play explores his work and life with riveting and inspiring storytelling.  \nContent advisory: strong language\, use of racial slurs\, and descriptions of violence
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/thurgood/
LOCATION:North Carolina Stage Company\, 15 Stage Lane\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Stage Company":MAILTO:ncstage@ncstage.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T193000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240427T023516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T171046Z
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SUMMARY:Anne of Green Gables
DESCRIPTION:Elderly siblings Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert asked the orphanage for a boy. They got Anne Shirley––a plucky redhead with a vast imagination and an even bigger temper. Soon\, Anne burrows her way into the hearts of the Cuthberts and the residents of Avonlea as she grows from a hysterical twelve-year-old to a whip-smart young woman who burns with ambition. Adapted from the 1908 book by Lucy Montgomery\, this classic faithfully follows Anne’s journey through all her iconic moments. \nThursday\, 5/2 at 7:30 (pay what you can)\nFridays at 7:30\nSaturday\, 5/4 at 7:30\nSaturday\, 5/11 at 3 pm\nSundays at 3 pm \nApproximate Run Time: 2 hours\nRating: G (ideal for ages nine and up)
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/anne-of-green-gables/
LOCATION:Hendersonville Theatre\, 229 South Washington Street\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28739\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hendersonville Theatre":MAILTO:info@HVLtheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T123000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20231114T140945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240106T140023Z
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SUMMARY:Robert Dubac’s Brunch With Jesus
DESCRIPTION:The same hilarious Stand-Up Jesus show as a matinee! Break bread with the son of God during special brunch-and-a-show events on the Diana Wortham Theatre stage. \nJesus of Nazareth returns after 2\,000 years\, but this time he’s no carpenter — he’s a stand-up comedian. Shining the light of truth on false prophets\, duplicitous politicians and immoral sheeple\, J.C.’s razor-sharp satire has been intelligently designed to redeem sinners of all faiths. This season\, the creator of The Book of Moron is back with his rare breed of humor\, channeling what God created on the eighth day: comedy.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/robert-dubacs-brunch-with-jesus/
LOCATION:Wortham Center for the Performing Arts\, 18 Biltmore Ave.\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wortham Center for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:boxoffice@worthamarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240430T183040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T165017Z
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SUMMARY:Show & Tell Sunday Market
DESCRIPTION:Show & Tell returns to Rabbit Rabbit for a monthly Sunday Market celebrating and supporting local + indie craft\, design\, and vintage. Gather with friends and family in the open air at this one-of-a-kind outdoor venue in Downtown Asheville and shop 50+ vendors rotating monthly. \nFeaturing housewares\, decor\, art\, jewelry\, ceramics\, apparel\, vintage clothes\, candles\, plants\, and more! Meet makers and collectors and shop directly or at the curated pop up shop. \nEnjoy bites and bevs from AVL Tacos and Asheville Pizza & Brewing. \nSundays\, May 5\, June 9\, July 28\n12-5pm\nRabbit Rabbit\n75 Coxe Ave\, Asheville\, NC 28801 \nFree and open to the public. The outdoor market runs rain or shine. No dogs allowed. Street parking is free all day Sunday along with paid parking options in nearby lots and garages. \nFor more info\, visit showandtellpopupshop.com
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/show-tell-sunday-market/
LOCATION:Rabbit Rabbit\, 75 Coxe Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Show &amp%3B Tell Pop Up Shop":MAILTO:team@showandtellpopupshop.comm
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240501T210953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T165023Z
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SUMMARY:Modelface Comedy Presents: Julia Macias Roasts her wyt friends
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we are celebrating Cinco de Mayo! \nLocal favorite and roast queen Julia Macias will be joined by some of her favorite Asheville comics and roasting each and every one of them after their sets! It’s all love and friendship \nfeaturing Wyt people to be announced \nages 18+\ndoors at 6pm\, show at 6:30pm \nTickets $12 advance\, $15 day of
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/modelface-comedy-presents-julia-macias-roasts-her-wyt-friends/
LOCATION:Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville\, 32 Banks Avenue\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T131500
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240423T182955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T130232Z
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SUMMARY:Petanque Intro and Games
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what Petanque is or how to play it? We are lucky enough to have the 2024 national Petanque winners\, Kathy Cline\, Tracie Jefferies\, and Marc Quilici join us to give an intro to the game! After the intro\, join us for a game in the square outside the Reuter Family YMCA. Michele Baudain\, owner of Rendevouz (where Petanque games play regularly)\, will also be present to give us some background on the game. Come and have fun! All abilities welcome. \nThis event is free and open to everyone.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/petanque-intro-and-games/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T230000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240415T162527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T215704Z
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SUMMARY:Golden Hour
DESCRIPTION:Jacob Sessoms\, the chef behind Golden Hour\, is hosting a wine pairing event on May 6th at 6 pm. This one of a kind experience includes a curated menu highlighting local seasonal ingredients inspired by Jacob’s travels and culinary culture. This event costs $195 per person and reservations can be made by contacting ghspot@theradicalavl.com.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/golden-hour/
LOCATION:95 Roberts Street\, Asheville\, NC 28801\, 95 Roberts Street\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Radical Hotel":MAILTO:team@bluehominy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T090000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20231213T174236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240106T140027Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee Hour with MountainTrue: French Broad Paddle Trail
DESCRIPTION:Join MountainTrue’s French Broad Paddle Trail Manager\, Jack Henderson\, for a presentation and discussion focused on the history\, current status\, and upcoming opportunities for growth along the French Broad Paddle Trail here in North Carolina and Tennessee. \nThis talk will educate attendees on what Paddle Trail staff and partners do\, where funding comes from and how it’s used\, the importance of equitable access\, and some of the current projects we’re most excited about. \nBagels & coffee will be provided for participants. Please come early enough to get settled in before the programming starts at 8. \nOn-site parking is limited but there is additional public parking within walking distance and several locations on site to lock up bikes if you feel like perusing the Greenway. \nWe are excited to provide more opportunities in 2024 for our supporters to learn about our work and the places we protect. Check out our other upcoming opportunities on our event calendar.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/coffee-hour-with-mountaintrue-french-broad-paddle-trail/
LOCATION:Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins\, 9 Midnight Drive\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806
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ORGANIZER;CN="MountainTrue":MAILTO:susan@mountaintrue.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240423T142733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T130247Z
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SUMMARY:Pedaling for Parkinson's
DESCRIPTION:The Pedaling for Parkinson’s program is based on research indicating that forced exercise on a bicycle can reduce symptoms of Parkinson’s. In fact\, participants who ride three days a week over eight weeks have shown improvement in their Parkinson’s related symptoms by as much as 35%
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/pedaling-for-parkinsons/
LOCATION:Reuter Family YMCA\, 3 Town Square Blvd\, Asheville\, 28803
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240501T175924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T165038Z
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SUMMARY:Fun Journal Making with Fariba
DESCRIPTION:Make your own Fun Journal with pages created by and decorated with collage\, your drawings\, found objects or whatever floats your boat! It can be for yourself or a personal gift for someone special. You can use this as a cookbook\, diary\, journal\, or whatever you imagine.\nThis class is for adults and teens; no prior art experience required.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/fun-journal-making-with-fariba/
LOCATION:Trackside Studios\, 375 Depot Street (River Arts District)\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trackside Studios":MAILTO:tracksidestudios375@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T193000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240417T202213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T160449Z
UID:68375-1715103000-1715110200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:JM Stevens at The Grey Eagle
DESCRIPTION:An acclaimed Americana and roots rock/pop singer\, songwriter\, and producer\, Stevens returns three years after his well-received solo debut\, Invisible Lines. The new collection\, the 10-song Nowhere to Land (released 4/12/24) is an overall mellower\, more vulnerable record than its predecessor\, though still speckled with some up-tempo rockers. It’s a thoughtful album further set apart by Stevens’ nuanced songcraft\, intimate vocals\, and organic production.   \nDittyTV praised Stevens as\, “In that sweet spot of pop-rock represented by guys like Bruce Springsteen\, Jackson Browne\, John Cafferty\, Tom Petty\, [and] Don Henley\,” while The Big Takeover noted how his “Supremely tasteful arrangements keep excess far at bay.”
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/jm-stevens-at-the-grey-eagle/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, 28801
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/JM-Stevens-by-Mark-Abernathy-color.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T190000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240314T151831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T121748Z
UID:67601-1715104800-1715108400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:The Age of Deer by Erika Howsare - reading at Malaprop's Bookstore
DESCRIPTION:Erika Howsare will read from her new nonfiction book\, The Age of Deer: Trouble and Kinship with Our Wild Neighbors. The book is a masterful hybrid of nature writing and cultural studies that investigates our connection with deer—from mythology to biology\, from forests to cities\, from coexistence to control and extermination—and invites readers to contemplate the paradoxes of how humans interact with and shape the natural world. Kirkus and Publishers Weekly both gave starred reviews to this book\, which the Washington Post calls a “masterpiece.”
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-age-of-deer-by-erika-howsare-reading-at-malaprops-bookstore/
LOCATION:Malaprop’s Bookstore & Cafe\, 55 Haywood Street\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe":MAILTO:cindy@malaprops.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T184500
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240406T165859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240406T165859Z
UID:68086-1715189400-1715193900@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
DESCRIPTION:May 8th A Heartwarming and Joyous Wave! \nPlease pay attention to the times of this Sweat. We have a shorter time to dance. Please be prompt\, we will begin warmup at 5:30pm and end at 6:45pm. Sorry for the inconvenience\, but this is not in my control! \nMay brings on a Lyrical energy in Asheville! It is so beautiful\, leaves on the trees are sprouting\, flowers are blooming\, insects are buzzing and people are enjoying the warmth of Spring time!\nJoin us for a short Wave cheerful and playful journey through movement. We move to the maps created by Gabrielle Roth! \nAbout 5Rhythms®\nCreated by Gabrielle Roth and practiced by tens of thousands worldwide. 5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement practice rooted in the principles that if you put the psyche in motion it will heal itself. \nAbout Karen:\n5Rhythms dance is for everyone. This meditative freeform dancing practice was created by dancer and visionary Gabriellle Roth. Certified 5Rhythms teacher Karen Chapman has been hosting dances in Asheville and around the country for 8 years. Through the dance\, Karen acts as a guide for the dancer on their journey through the rhythms. Karen is interested how energy moves on the dance floor through Breath! \nDance movement timeline:\nDoors open at 5:30 PM for warm up until 5:45pm then opening circle.\n5:55 PM: Dancing the wave of the 5 Rhythms\n6:45: Closing Circle/End \nFee is sliding scale $15-25\, no one turned away! \nThank you and see ya on the dance floor soon!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/5rhythms-sweat-your-prayers-on-weds-nights-hosted-by-karen-4/
LOCATION:Homewood\, 19 Zillicoa St.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Chapman":MAILTO:Chapman5Rhythms@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T184500
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240418T225642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T160456Z
UID:68403-1715189400-1715193900@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
DESCRIPTION:May 8th A Heartwarming and Joyous Wave! \nPlease pay attention to the times of this Sweat.  We have a shorter time to dance. Please be prompt\, we will begin warmup at 5:30pm and end at 6:45pm.  Sorry for the inconvenience\, but this is not in my control! \nMay brings on a Lyrical energy in Asheville!  It is so beautiful\, leaves on the trees are sprouting\, flowers are blooming\, insects are buzzing and people are enjoying the warmth of Spring time!\nJoin us for a short Wave cheerful and playful journey through movement. We move to the maps created by Gabrielle Roth!  \nAbout 5Rhythms®\nCreated by Gabrielle Roth and practiced by tens of thousands worldwide. 5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement practice rooted in the principles that if you put the psyche in motion it will heal itself. \nAbout Karen:\n5Rhythms dance is for everyone. This meditative freeform dancing practice was created by dancer and visionary Gabrielle Roth. Certified 5Rhythms teacher Karen Chapman has been hosting dances in Asheville and around the country for 8 years.  Through the dance\, Karen acts as a guide for the dancer on their journey through the rhythms. Karen is interested how energy moves on the dance floor through Breath! \n**Please bring a blanket and healthy finger food snacks to eat after dance.  We will gather in the park across the street from Homewood! \nDance movement timeline:\nDoors open at 5:30 PM for warm up until 5:45pm then opening circle.\n5:55 PM: Dancing the wave of the 5 Rhythms\n6:45: Closing Circle/End \nFee is sliding scale $15-25\, no one turned away! \nThank you and see ya on the dance floor soon!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/5rhythms-sweat-your-prayers-on-weds-nights-hosted-by-karen-5/
LOCATION:Homewood\, 19 Zillicoa St.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Chapman":MAILTO:Chapman5Rhythms@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T190000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240424T191450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T130305Z
UID:68554-1715191200-1715194800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Hybrid | Mothership: Greg Wrenn with Alanna Collins\, Davi de Paula\, and Yara Yaworâ
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Mothership Reading and Rainforest Medicine Concert with Eco-Memoirist Greg Wrenn along with Alanna Collins\, Davi de Paula\, and Yara Yaworâ.  \nThis hybrid event is free but registration is required for both in-person and virtual attendance. \nWeaving together memoir and 70 peer-reviewed scientific articles\, Mothership is not only a brave\, queer coming-of-age story. It’s a deeply researched account of how ayahuasca and endangered coral reefs helped Greg heal from complex PTSD—a disorder of trust\, which makes the very act of bonding with someone else panic-inducing. From the tide pools in Florida where he grew up\, to Indonesia’s Raja Ampat archipelago and the Amazon rainforest\, Greg takes his readers on a journey across the globe\, waking up his ecological conscience along the way. He dives into both the ocean and the psyche\, and finds they have a lot in common. This is Greg’s audacious search for wholeness when talk therapy and pharmaceuticals did little to help. But will doses of nature be enough to save us before it’s too late? \nA former Stegner Fellow at Stanford University\, Greg Wrenn is the author of Mothership: A Memoir of Wonder and Crisis\, an evidence-based account of his turning to psychedelic plants and endangered coral reefs to heal from complex PTSD\, and Centaur\, which was awarded the Brittingham Prize. His work has appeared in The New Republic\, Al Jazeera\, The Rumpus\, Kenyon Review\, New England Review\, The Iowa Review\, and elsewhere. As an associate English professor at James Madison University\, he weaves climate change science into literary studies. A student of ayahuasca since 2019\, he is a trained yoga teacher and a PADI Advanced Open Water diver\, having explored coral reefs around the world for over 25 years. He lives in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia with his husband and their growing family of trees. \nAlanna Collins is the co-founder of Truth is One and leader of the Asheville branch. She is a facilitator of plant medicine ceremonies and has undergone training and initiation from an Umbandaime community where she lived and studied in the Amazon of Acre\, Brazil. She has also studied with Davi de Paula\, a world renown ‘caboclo’ from the Umbandaime Tradition in Brazil\, the Yawanawa tribe in the Brazilian Amazon\, and Alonso del Rio\, a Peruvian master. She is an official member of the Santo Daime Church in both the U.S.A and Brazil and received her initiation into the lineage in 2017. She has been facilitating ceremonies with grandmother medicine and Kambo in various parts of the U.S. since 2018. She brings groups to the Amazon of Brazil to participate in the process of harvesting and cooking medicine and facilitates Kambo training programs in both Brazil and the U.S. in partnership with Davi de Paula. Alanna is a unique practitioner with her formal background as a psychiatric registered nurse. \nDavi de Paula is a spiritual leader of the Santo Daime doctrine in the Nova Era Community in the state of Acre in the Brazilian Amazon rainforest\, where he carries out spiritual experiences and community work. He is deeply knowledgeable about the mysteries of the Amazon and one of the greatest practitioners of Santo Daime and Ayahuasca in Latin America. He has worked with Kambô medicine since he was 9 years old with mastery and knowledge of the ancestry and sacredness of this portal\, being one of the first to expand and present this medicine to the world. He also works with Rapé (pronouned rap-eh) medicine that he learned from the Yawanawá Indigenous people of his region and with Sananga\, the sacred eye drops to open our third eye\, among other forest medicines. From a young age\, he has developed a strong role in environmental activism with the native communities of his region in the fight for the preservation of the Amazon rainforest. In addition to being a daimista and ayahuasqueiro\, Davi is also a student of the sacred Umbanda\, in which he studies Afro-Brazilian culture that contains the lines of the sacred Orixás\, elementals of nature\, Hinduism and also the Indigenous traditions of his region where he has strong alliances with all the local Indigenous peoples. \nYara Yaworâ has walked the spiritual path since her birth through the line of Umbanda. From a young age in Brazil\, she connected with drum medicine\, becoming Ogã of an Umbanda temple\, which was where she grew and developed for 14 years. During this journey she received an in-depth study on the sacred Atabaque drum. In deep studies with Forest Medicines\, she received a call to continue walking with other lines of study\, such as Ancestral Shamanism and Christic Shamanism\, Santo Daime\, and Hinduism.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/hybrid-mothership-greg-wrenn-with-alanna-collins-davi-de-paula-and-yara-yawora%cc%82/
LOCATION:Malaprop’s Bookstore & Cafe\, 55 Haywood Street\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240427T143744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T171112Z
UID:68665-1715194800-1715202000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Dogwood with Emma Garau / John Dikeman Trio
DESCRIPTION:Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center presents Dogwood (Emma Garau) and the John Dikeman Trio for an evening performance. \nDogwood is an evolving rendition of Garau’s solo project; reimagined as a live\, improvised performance. Built around an exploration of rhythmic and tonal textures on drum set\, Dogwood combines elements of soundscape\, free jazz\, and electronic music into a performance that oscillates between deceptively delicate and unapologetically dissonant.\nEmma Garau is a drummer and composer based in Asheville\, NC. She graduated with a BFA in jazz and contemporary music from UNC Asheville in 2022 while independently studying with Dave King of The Bad Plus\, and touring extensively with Fortezza- which she co-founded in 2016. Emma currently tours and records with art punk duo\, ¿WATCHES?\, Powder Horns\, and as a solo artist. \nJohn Dikeman is an American saxophonist currently residing in Amsterdam. Drawing inspiration from a wide range of sources\, his playing runs the gamut of improvised music and technique\, ranging from reductionist extended technique based improvisation to full throttle free jazz. The underlying characteristic of his music is an unnerving commitment\, a total abandonment to sound.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/dogwood-with-emma-garau-john-dikeman-trio/
LOCATION:Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center\, 120 College Street\, Asheville\, North Carolina\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center":MAILTO:info@blackmountaincollege.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T213000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20231114T141942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240106T140033Z
UID:64333-1715241600-1715290200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Stewart/Owen Dance
DESCRIPTION:Stunning audiences last season with imaginative and impassioned performances\, Wortham’s resident dance company returns to share their latest creation\, which draws on themes of passion\, intimacy and playfulness. With an exciting collection of contemporary choreography that’s as “sensual” (Washington Post) as it is “humorous\, elegant and wild” (Seattle Dances)\, this award-winning company\, founded by a husband-and-wife duo\, crafts intricate movements that offer a glimpse into the depths of the human spirit.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/stewart-owen-dance-2/
LOCATION:Wortham Center for the Performing Arts\, 18 Biltmore Ave.\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wortham Center for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:boxoffice@worthamarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T110000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20231114T144118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240106T140039Z
UID:64363-1715248800-1715252400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Stewart/Owen Dance - Student Series
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an exciting collection of all-new contemporary choreography performed in Wortham’s intimate Tina McGuire Theatre. Seating is limited. \nRecommended for grades 6-12. The Student Series is open to school groups\, homeschoolers\, community groups and families. Connect with the artists in a post-show Q&A. \nReservations for individuals (10 people or less): $12 each. Reservations for groups (11 people or more): $11 each.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/stewart-owen-dance-student-series/
LOCATION:Wortham Center for the Performing Arts\, 18 Biltmore Ave.\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wortham Center for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:boxoffice@worthamarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T140000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240422T141747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T160504Z
UID:68509-1715248800-1715263200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Thursday\, May 9\, 2024: Invasive Species and Forest Management Educational Hike
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered which invasive species might be growing around you? Join staff from HRI and EcoForesters for a guided hike at Sandy Mush Game Lands at a site that has been managed to control several invasive species\, including the Hemlock Woolly Adelgid. As we hike\, we will discuss silviculture\, prescribed burning\, chemical treatment\, and biological control as management strategies for invasive species. \nParticipants will learn how to identify many different invasive species\, plant and insect\, and what they can do about them if found on their property. We will discuss the ecology of the invasive species and the habitats they threaten. In addition\, during the hike\, we will walk past an EcoForesters crew actively treating Asiatic bittersweet. They will be able to answer any questions you may have about the methods they use. \nThe hike will meet at 10:00 a.m.\, and participants can expect to return to their vehicles around 2:00 p.m. We will start from the parking area of the Sandy Mush Game Lands near Turkey Creek located along Old State Hwy 20 (Marshall Rd) and hike 1-2 miles. The route will be on moderate terrain with a few strenuous slopes. \nFor any questions or to register\, contact Caroline Lord at outreach@savehemlocksnc.org or 828-252-4783. While the hike is free to attend\, your RSVP is required. Please sign up by Monday\, May 6th. More information about the meeting location and what to bring will be provided after registering. Please include contact phone number\, email address\, and emergency contact when you sign up. \nSpecial Note: In case of inclement weather\, the back-up hike date is Thursday\, May 23rd\, 2024.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/thursday-may-9-2024-invasive-species-and-forest-management-educational-hike/
LOCATION:Sandy Mush Game Land\, Alexander\, 28701
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMG_7346.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hemlock Restoration Initiative":MAILTO:info@savehemlocksnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240128T234201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T131518Z
UID:66314-1715272200-1715533200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:LEAF Global Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:DATES: May 9-12\, 2024\nTICKETS: $50-$250 for adults. Limited day passes available; Weekend Passes must be purchased by LEAF Members; Youth tickets are available; Kids younger than 10 are free! WeX Volunteering Options are available. Weekend passes include access to camping at Lake Eden. Passes for car camping\, RVs\, and private rustic camp cabins are limited and available through the website.  \nLEAF Global Arts proudly announces our theme for 2024 — World Changers: Artists & Activists. This year\, we celebrate the extraordinary global citizens who not only create art but also champion causes that resonate with the heartbeat of humanity. These are the voices that echo in the halls of change\, the hands that paint the canvas of a better tomorrow. Our chosen artists are not just masters of their crafts; they are beacons of hope\, tirelessly advocating for a world where justice\, peace\, and creativity flourish. \nOur journey with the World Changers theme is more than just an exhibition of talent; it is a call to action. It is an opportunity for each of us to reflect on the role we can play in shaping our world. As we delve into the lives and works of remarkable individuals\, let us be inspired to become active participants in the story of our global community. \nJoin us at LEAF Global Arts as we celebrate trailblazers who dare to dream and act for a world that uplifts every voice\, honors every story\, and cherishes every life. Together\, let’s venture into a season of learning\, growing\, and transforming the world\, one song\, one story\, one step at a time. \nWhat is LEAF Global Arts Retreat? Imagine all the adventure\, traditions\, art\, and music of LEAF festivals\, still at beautiful Lake Eden\, but in a more intimate gathering of just 1\,500 attendees. “Old School Magic and Happiness” is how people have described LEAF Retreat since its inception in 2021\, with space to kick back\, relax\, play\, camp and connect with arts\, music\, and nature – it’s super sweet.  \nRetreat was created during COVID as a way to heal and experience joy in unusual times. We loved the experience so much that we decided to keep this format for our signature May event. Retreats are for renewal\, reconnecting\, and learning at Lake Eden’s 300+ acres. Come enjoy with family\, friends\, or solo!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/leaf-global-arts-festival/
LOCATION:Lake Eden\, Black Mountain\, 377 Lake Eden Road\, Black Mountain\, 28711
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ORGANIZER;CN="LEAF Global Arts":MAILTO:promotions@theleaf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204339
CREATED:20240417T205551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T160511Z
UID:68381-1715277600-1715288400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Peeled Back: Featuring Benjamin Tod & Ashley Mae
DESCRIPTION:The Orange Peel + Citizen Vinyl Present\nPeeled Back: Featuring Benjamin Tod & Ashley Mae \nJoin us on Thursday\, May 9th for Peeled Back\, a collaboration between The Orange Peel and Citizen Vinyl\, featuring Benjamin Tod and Ashley Mae\, one night before the much anticipated sold out Lost Dog Street Band’s show on May 10th. Show at 6 p.m.\, doors at 5 p.m. $20 advance / $25 at the door. \nPeeled Back aims to offer a unique connection with an artist through curated interviews and a stripped-down intimate set. Benjamin Tod and Ashley Mae will sit down with Garret Woodward\, Arts and Entertainment Editor of the Smoky Mountain News and contributing writer to Rolling Stone\, for an informal chat before performing a few songs.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/peeled-back-featuring-benjamin-tod-ashley-mae/
LOCATION:Citizen Vinyl\, 14 O'Henry Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Benjamin-Tod.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Citizen Vinyl":MAILTO:info@citizenvinyl.com
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