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SUMMARY:New Glass Studio in Old Fort
DESCRIPTION:Arrowhead Art Gallery & Studios in Old Fort\, NC\, kicks off the grand opening of the newly designated Design Glass Studio for learning. Equipment includes a glass kiln\, cutting room\, hand tools\, and supplies needed for independent study. The October stained-glass classes include a Moravian Star and a Star Suncatcher. Learn how to fuse glass with classes on glass tiles and a beautiful woodland tree ambiance light. Each month\, new classes will be offered\, and information can be found on the Arrowhead Art Gallery & Studios website at arrowheadart.org
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/new-glass-studio-in-old-fort/
LOCATION:Arrowhead Gallery and Studios\, 77 Catawba Ave.\,\, Old Fort\, 28762
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SUMMARY:Valentine’s Heart Mosaic Stepping Stones Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Ready for some color in your yard? This class will introduce you to the ancient art form of mosaics through the creation of your own\, unique heart-shaped mosaic stepping stone. In the first session\, you will learn the basics of mosaic design\, select and cut/break tessere (ceramic tiles\, plates and other materials) and adhere them to your concrete stepping stone. In the second session\, you will learn how to grout your piece and will have a number of colors of grout to choose from. After just two sessions you will leave with a beautiful mosaic heart-shaped stepping stone for outdoor use and the knowledge to make mosaics on a number of substrates. See Michelle’s general guidelines and links for mosaics here.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/valentines-heart-mosaic-stepping-stones-workshop/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Center for the Arts\, 225 W. State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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SUMMARY:Beginner Adult Ballet Classes | Foundations at Black Mountain Arts
DESCRIPTION:Build Strength\, Grace & Confidence – Beginner Adult Ballet Foundations \nDiscover the beauty and strength of ballet this winter in Adult Ballet: Foundations—perfect for beginners or anyone looking to explore dance in a welcoming\, low-pressure environment. This class focuses on basic posture\, port de bras\, turnout\, alignment\, and simple combinations\, helping you build a strong foundation to move forward in your dance journey. Along the way\, you’ll improve core strength\, stability\, posture\, and bone health\, all while enjoying a low-impact\, mindful workout that nurtures your body\, mind\, and brain. No prior dance experience is needed—just bring curiosity\, energy\, and a willingness to move. Step into ballet this winter and enjoy the confidence\, focus\, and vitality it can bring to your everyday life. \nImprove strength\, balance\, and posture in a fun\, beginner-friendly adult ballet class—no experience needed.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/beginner-adult-ballet-classes-foundations-at-black-mountain-arts/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Center for the Arts\, 225 W. State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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SUMMARY:"Jeeves In Bloom" at NC Stage
DESCRIPTION:Join NC Stage Jan. 28th – Feb. 22nd for Jeeves In Bloom by Margaret Raether\, based on the writings of P.G. Wodehouse. The peaceful English countryside may never be the same after Bertie Wooster and his unflappable valet\, Jeeves\, pay a visit. What starts as a plan to pair tongue-tied\, amphibian-loving Augustus Fink-Nottle and fanciful\, poetry-loving Madeline Basset quickly goes awry. Soon\, Bertie is fending off Madeline’s amorous advances\, reluctantly participating in an attempted burglary\, and fleeing attacks from a homicidal French chef. With the stakes this high\, the solution must lie with the one and only Jeeves! \nRegular Adult Tickets: $24-$48 (depending on chosen seat)\nStudent Tickets: $10 (18 and under/ college and graduate students with student ID) \nWednesdays\, Thursdays\, Saturdays: 7:30pm ; Sundays: 2pm\nFirst two Fridays (30th & 6th): 7:30pm ; last two Fridays (13th & 20th): 2pm \nOpening Week “Choose Your Price” Nights: January 28th – January 30th
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/jeeves-in-bloom-at-nc-stage/
LOCATION:North Carolina Stage Company\, 15 Stage Lane\, Asheville\, 28801
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SUMMARY:Dialogue: Lindenfeld + Lindenfeld
DESCRIPTION:Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center presents Dialogue: Lindenfeld + Lindenfeld\, an exhibition celebrating the works of mother-daughter artists\, Lore Kadden Lindenfeld and Naomi Lindenfeld. Lore\, who attended and graduated from Black Mountain College in the 1940s\, made a career as a textile designer and educator while continuing to create weavings\, fiber collages\, artist books\, and drawings. Her daughter Naomi creates colored clay objects that are tactile\, useful\, and visually complex. In the exhibition\, the mesmerizing striations of color in Naomi Lindenfeld’s pottery are placed in dynamic conversation with her mother’s innovative textiles\, mixed media collages\, and drawings.  \nFrom Naomi Lindenfeld—  \nI grew up with my mother’s loom in our family’s living room. Not many years later I ended up with clay carving tools and a rolling pin in my own ceramics studio. The pairings of work in this show exemplify the influences of my mother’s work on me and have served as an opportunity to both grow creatively and to honor my mother and her life’s work. \nI grew up hearing riveting stories of Black Mountain College\, its avant-garde\, experimental environment and brilliant\, unique personalities. As well\, I was exposed to many artists and craftspeople during my childhood and took my first pottery class with a friend of my mother’s. I responded to the immediacy of clay more than what appeared to be the tedium of threading warps on a loom. While working on a degree in ceramics from Boston University’s Program in Artisanry\, I discovered the Japanese technique\, Nerikomi\, of layering colored clays to create patterns. I have been captivated by exploring many ways of working with colored clay ever since. I have also come to realize that my method of working with clay – the sense of movement\, abstract graphic quality\, nature-themed imagery and vivid color – echoes my mother’s textiles. In designing work for this show\, I was first more drawn to my mother’s fiber collage work than her weavings\, as a closer match for my own techniques and sensibilities. I later saw that the way I carve into the layers in two directions appears as woven fabric. \nIt was both fascinating and challenging to interpret a two-dimensional medium within a three-dimensional realm; to not just reproduce my mother’s ideas and imagery but to draw inspiration and design the pieces as my own. My hope is that my ceramics\, while paying homage to my mother\, stand on their own just as her fiber works do. \n___ \nARTISTS \nLore Kadden Lindenfeld (1921 – 2010) emigrated with her family from Germany to the U.S. in 1938. After settling in a suburb of Boston\, Lore worked to help support her family\, earning fourteen dollars per week as a seamstress and sales clerk. She was the primary breadwinner for the family. She had previously studied fashion design in Germany and worked as a seamstress doing alterations and in various other jobs.  \nAfter enrolling in adult education classes at Harvard\, she received a scholarship to study at Black Mountain College in 1945. She remained at BMC until she graduated in 1948. Lore studied textile design with Anni Albers\, Trude Guermonprez\, and Franziska Mayer as well as taking classes with mathematician Max Dehn\, artist Josef Albers\, and writer M.C. Richards.. Her training at BMC was integral to her development as a textile designer and her work in industrial textile production.  \nInspired by the Alberses and the Bauhaus tradition\, she worked as a textile designer for the New York fashion industry\, followed by a career as a weaver\, fiber collage artist\, and as a weaving and art history teacher on the college level.   \nNaomi Lindenfeld has developed a line of colored clay works\, intended for daily use as well as for gatherings and celebrations. Flowing movement is the main feeling that Naomi hopes to convey in her work. Her inspiration is drawn from her love of dance\, patterns in the natural world that result from the movement of water and wind on materials like rock\, wood\, and shells. The colored clay technique allows one to work with colors while making a piece. Naomi loves to experiment with different color combinations to see how colors blend and contrast to create different moods.  \nShe took her first pottery class at the age of 12\, continuing to work in clay in high school\, and finally earning a degree in ceramics from Boston University’s Program in Artisanry. Naomi has had the chance to share her enthusiasm of colored clay by teaching workshops at many craft institutes around New England\, and since the fall of 1998\, she has been the ceramics teacher at The Putney School. While being one of the founding members of the Brattleboro Clayworks\, a potter’s collective\, she now has her own home studio in West Brattleboro.  \n___ \nRECEPTION AND TALK \nJoin us for the opening reception for Dialogue: Lindenfeld + Lindenfeld hosted at BMCM+AC on Friday\, January 30\, 2025 from 5:30–8pm. \nOn Saturday\, January 31\, 2025 at 11am\, Naomi Lindenfeld will give a “Perspectives” talk about Dialogue: Lindenfeld + Lindenfeld and the artistic conversations between works in the exhibition. \nBoth events take place at Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center {120 College Street\, Asheville\, NC}. Free and Open to All.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/dialogue-lindenfeld-lindenfeld/
LOCATION:Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center\, 120 College Street\, Asheville\, North Carolina\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T080000
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SUMMARY:February Art Classes
DESCRIPTION:There are always exciting classes being offered at Arrowhead Gallery & Studio in Old Fort\, NC.\n. Check out our lineup for February! Easy exit #73 of I-40
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/february-art-classes/
LOCATION:Arrowhead Gallery and Studios\, 77 Catawba Ave.\,\, Old Fort\, 28762
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SUMMARY:Toddler Dance Class: Arctic Animals for Ages 1.5–3 | Black Mountain Arts
DESCRIPTION:Explore Winter Fun & Movement with Your Little One – Grown-Up & Me Arctic Animals \nEmbark on a frosty\, fun-filled adventure in Grown-Up & Me Dance: Arctic Animals! This class invites little explorers ages 1.5–3 and their trusted adults to groove\, twirl\, and wiggle through the magical world of polar bears\, penguins\, and snowy arctic friends. Children begin to strengthen their gross motor skills\, discover rhythm and musicality\, spark early language and listening abilities\, and gently practice being part of a classroom environment. Every session is a joyful opportunity to bond\, move\, and imagine side by side\, laying the foundation for confidence and creativity in future movement experiences.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/toddler-dance-class-arctic-animals-for-ages-1-5-3-black-mountain-arts/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Center for the Arts\, 225 W. State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T103000
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SUMMARY:Preschool Dance Class: Arctic Animals Ages 3–5 | Black Mountain Arts
DESCRIPTION:Leap\, Glide\, and Stomp Through Winter Fun – Morning Mini-Movers Arctic Animals \nBundle up for a frosty fun adventure in Morning Mini Movers: Arctic Animals! In this playful winter mini-mester\, dancers aged 3–5 will leap like Arctic hares\, glide like penguins\, and stomp like snow-covered polar bears as they explore dance through an imaginative\, snow-themed experience. Each class helps young movers develop coordination\, rhythm\, focus\, and creativity while building confidence in a classroom setting. Along the way\, they’ll practice social skills\, teamwork\, and independence—laying a strong foundation for future dance classes\, sports\, and all kinds of movement activities.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/preschool-dance-class-arctic-animals-ages-3-5-black-mountain-arts/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Center for the Arts\, 225 W. State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T170000
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SUMMARY:Creative Writing Essentials with Shelby Wardlaw
DESCRIPTION:“Do you have a story to tell? Do you scribble ideas down on napkins and notecards? Have you always felt the urge to write\, but are unsure how to get started? In this fun and dynamic class\, students will learn the essentials of masterful storytelling. Each class will include a craft talk\, a mentor text\, free writing prompts and time for sharing written work. \nRegister\nBy the end of four weeks\, you will know: \nHow to mine your memories for inspiration \nHow to get past mental blocks \nHow to build complex\, believable characters \nHow to tie characters to setting \nHow to enhance your plot through an understanding of place \nHow to craft catchy dialogue that draws the reader in \nPlus you’ll leave with four weeks’ worth of free writes\, prompts\, and story ideas to get your \nwriting projects going. \nExcellent for beginners\, intermediate students\, or anyone who just needs a focused setting to kick start their creative work. \n​ \nShelby Wardlaw is a writer\, teacher\, and translator. She holds an M.F.A. in Fiction from \nColumbia University and currently teaches in the Writing Program at Rutgers University. Her fiction\, non-fiction and Russian poetry translations have appeared in Drafthorse\, Interim\, Northwest Review\, Hunger Mountain\, iō Literary Journal\, Philadelphia Stories\, hex literary\, Vassar Review\, and the Neon Door Literary Exhibit. In the spring of 2020\, she won Honorable mention in the Pigeon Pages Fiction Contest. She was a Finalist for the 2021 Salamander Fiction Prize and the 2021 McGlinn Prize for Fiction and was selected as one of the top five finalists in The Writer magazine’s 2020 Fall Short Story Contest. In 2022\, her story “Papaya Erectus” was nominated for the Pushcart Prize. Praised by The Writer editorial staff as a “stunningly talented writer\,” Shelby is now working on her first novel.”
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/creative-writing-essentials-with-shelby-wardlaw/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Center for the Arts\, 225 W. State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T210000
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SUMMARY:Modelface Comedy presents First Jokes 2026
DESCRIPTION:New Year – New Jokes \nFirst Jokes is a show featuring 25 of Asheville’s best comedians sharing the first jokes they have written in 2026!\nAll new jokes for a new years \nHosted by Ryan Brown \nFeaturing Aaron Naylor\, Amanda Neal\, Austin Elfers\, Ben Gibson\, Ben Jennings\, CJ Green\, Clay Jones\, Cloud Hudson\, Danny Felix\, Derek Boskovich\, Isaac Truman\, Jason Reel\, Jordan Ballard\, Julia Macias\, Larry Griffin\, Linday Barsi\, Min McWilliams\, Ryan Cox\, Ryan Gordon\, Sarah Love\, Zandra Johnson and more! \nages 18+\ndoors at 6:30\, show at 7pm \nTickets $18 GA\, $23 premium seating* \n20% of ticket sales will be going to BeLoved Asheville\n*premium seating is the front three rows
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/modelface-comedy-presents-first-jokes-2026-2/
LOCATION:Ginger’s Revenge\, 829 Riverside Drive\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T100000
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SUMMARY:Head\, Heart\, and Hand: Works by Tommy Simpson | Art Exhibition at Black Mountain Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:HEAD\, HEART\, AND HAND Works by Tommy Simpson\nOpening Reception: February 6th\nExhibition Runs: February 6 – March 1\, Monday – Friday\, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Free and Open to the Public \nBlack Mountain Center for the Arts is proud to present an exhibition of works by renowned artist Tommy Simpson\, whose imaginative approach to craft has captivated audiences for decades. An “imaginist” at heart\, Simpson transforms functional furniture into vibrant three-dimensional canvases that blur the boundaries between painting\, sculpture\, and design.\nKnown for his playful combination of mixed woods\, found objects\, and whimsical imagery\, Simpson’s work springs from a childhood spent creating with scrap wood and encouragement from his great-aunt Florence. Though he never formally studied furniture making\, Simpson has developed a distinctive visual language that engages viewers through rich textures\, unexpected materials\, and storytelling surfaces.\nEach piece in this exhibition embodies Simpson’s belief that different woods can speak to us in multiple ways—a philosophy that has earned him recognition in the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s collection and beyond. His painted furniture invites us to reconsider the objects around us\, finding wonder in the everyday and magic in the handmade.\nJoin us for this rare opportunity to experience the convergence of head\, heart\, and hand in Tommy Simpson’s enchanting body of work. \nBlack Mountain Center for the Arts Free Admission | All Welcome.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/head-heart-and-hand-works-by-tommy-simpson-art-exhibition-at-black-mountain-center-for-the-arts/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Center for the Arts\, 225 W. State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T120000
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SUMMARY:Inside the Imaginist's Workshop: Tommy Simpson Artist Talk\, Book Launch & Film
DESCRIPTION:Step inside the imaginative world of renowned artist and furniture maker Tommy Simpson during a special Artist Talk\, Book Launch\, and Film Screening celebrating his exhibition Head\, Heart & Hand at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts. \nThis free\, public event brings together storytelling\, film\, and conversation for a rich\, behind-the-scenes look at Simpson’s decades-long creative practice. The morning includes a screening of Living in a World I Created (produced by Erick Wolken)\, the launch of The Art and Furniture of Tommy Simpson by author Oscar Fitzgerald\, and a presentation of artwork with an intimate conversation led by Simpson himself.\nAn “imaginist” at heart\, Simpson transforms functional furniture into vibrant\, three-dimensional canvases—blurring the lines between painting\, sculpture\, and design. Drawing from a childhood spent building with scrap wood and guided by intuition rather than formal training\, his work combines mixed woods\, found objects\, and whimsical imagery into richly textured\, story-filled pieces. His belief that different woods “speak” in their own voices has earned him national recognition\, including inclusion in the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s collection.\nJoin us for this rare opportunity to experience the convergence of head\, heart\, and hand through film\, words\, and conversation—and to celebrate an artist whose work invites us to find wonder in the everyday and magic in the handmade.\nFriday\, February 6 | 10:30 AM–12:00 PM\nFree admission • No registration required • All are welcome
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/inside-the-imaginists-workshop-tommy-simpson-artist-talk-book-launch-film/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Center for the Arts\, 225 W. State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T180000
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Black Children’s Book Week in Asheville!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black Children’s Book Week with Read 2 Succeed Asheville/Buncombe! \nJoin us on Thursday\, February 26\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 PM at the PVA Community Center (1 Granada St.\, Asheville) for a free\, family-friendly celebration filled with stories\, play\, and community connection. \nWe’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Khalyn J. Solomon\, pediatric speech-language pathologist and author of My Superhero Aurie\, for a special author storytime celebrating friendship\, neurodiversity\, and the strengths that make every child shine. \nFamilies can enjoy interactive literacy games\, reading activities with prizes\, face painting\, a live DJ\, and “breakfast for dinner” with a cereal bar from Chill Cereal Bar. The first 50 families will receive a free signed copy of My Superhero Aurie along with family reading resources. \nCome celebrate Black Children’s Book Week with joy\, creativity\, and a love of reading—everyone is welcome! \nWhat: Celebrate Black Children’s Book Week in Asheville!\nWhen: Thursday\, February 26\, 2026\nTime: FREE | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM\nLocation: PVA Community Center\, 1 Granada St.\, Asheville\, NC 28806
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/celebrate-black-childrens-book-week-in-asheville/
LOCATION:1 Granada St.\, Asheville\, NC 28806\, 1 Granada St.\, Asheville\, 28806
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T190000
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SUMMARY:Special Event: LP & The Vinyl – From Blues to Beatles to Bowie
DESCRIPTION:A Benefit for Arts for All Kids \nFri\, Feb 6 • 7 pm \nSit center stage and step into the spotlight. Join us on the Diana Wortham Theatre stage for an unforgettable evening where every note played helps open doors to the arts for WNC students. \nEnjoy intimate on-stage seating\, light bites and drinks\, a silent auction\, and a soul-stirring performance by LP & the Vinyl. Order your tickets today—seating is limited.  \nArts for All Kids opens doors to the performing arts for students across Western North Carolina through scholarships and creative opportunities—empowering students to explore\, imagine\, and connect both on stage and beyond.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/special-event-lp-the-vinyl-from-blues-to-beatles-to-bowie/
LOCATION:Diana Wortham Theatre\, 2 S. Pack Square\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260827T090602
CREATED:20260202T194149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T115051Z
UID:88163-1770404400-1770411600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Hot Riffs Comedy at Asheville Guitar Pedals
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville\, NC. This week we are excited to have our first show at Asheville Guitar Pedals! \nHot Riffs Comedy features the best local and regional comedians on the iconic AVL Guitar Pedals stage in West Asheville. \nThis show features headliner Alyx Libby from Atlanta\nalso featuring Austin Elfers\, Jordan Ballard and Clay Jones \nages 18+\nDoors at 6:30pm\, show at 7pm\nTickets $15
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/hot-riffs-comedy-at-asheville-guitar-pedals/
LOCATION:Asheville Guitar Pedals\, 444 Haywood Rd.\, Asheville\, 28806
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T213000
DTSTAMP:20260827T090602
CREATED:20251211T182856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T143141Z
UID:86199-1770406200-1770413400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Ronn McFarlane & Carolyn Surrick Live Concert | Black Mountain Arts
DESCRIPTION:Experience Lute & Viola da Gamba Magic in Concert – Thursday\, February 6 \nThis special concert features Ronn McFarlane on lute and Carolyn Surrick on viola da gamba. Both of these distinguished artists have been champions of their respective instruments for decades\, immersing themselves in various forms of folk and chamber music. Renaissance and Baroque music is in their repertoire\, but they also play traditional Celtic and Swedish folk tunes\, 19th and 20th century compositions\, and original compositions from each of them. Ronn and Carolyn take these ancient instruments and place them in a timeless context that captivates and entertains their audiences. Individually\, they have been awarded\, acclaimed\, celebrated\, and now finally\, they have become musical partners in an extraordinary journey. Their musicianship is impeccable\, the ease with which they play together is stunning\, and their music-making is a joy to behold. \nRonn McFarlane & Carolyn Surrick in Concert\nLute and Viola da Gamba duo\nFebruary 6 • 7:30pm\nTickets $20
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/ronn-mcfarlane-carolyn-surrick-live-concert-black-mountain-arts/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Center for the Arts\, 225 W. State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260827T090602
CREATED:20260104T180722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T180722Z
UID:86982-1770451200-1771779600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Fiber & Textiles - CALL FOR ART
DESCRIPTION:Arrowhead Art Gallery & Studios in Old Fort\, NC\, is accepting entries for their February exhibit\, “Fiber & Textiles.”\nThe show will run from February 7 to February 22 \nDETAILS:\nThese are the fabrics of our lives\, the threads that hold us all together. Texture\, warmth\, color\, and tactile are words that may come to mind. The world of Fiber & Textiles offers endless possibilities ~ woven\, spun\, felted\, sewn\, knit\, crocheted\, paper\, etc.\nShare Your Passion! \nCONTACT:\nArrowhead Gallery & Studios – (828) 668-6119\nwww.arrowheadart.org \nThe Arrowhead Artists and Artisans League (A3L) is a​501(c)(3) non-profit corporation dedicated to promoting the arts in the Old Fort and surrounding communities.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/fiber-textiles-call-for-art/
LOCATION:Arrowhead Gallery and Studios\, 77 Catawba Ave.\,\, Old Fort\, 28762
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arrowhead Artist &amp%3B Artisans League":MAILTO:galleryarrowheadart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260827T090602
CREATED:20260206T235435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T193306Z
UID:88393-1770458400-1774699200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Hammered Wide Band Ring
DESCRIPTION:Join us in this hands on class where you will make a hammered sterling silver wide band ring. One of Ignite’s fabulous instructors will take you through the process step by step including soldering\, shaping\, hammering\, and finishing your ring. \nThese also make great wedding bands! Come make your own wedding bands (or each other’s) in our fully equipped studio. \nYou’ll leave with a beautiful ring made to size in our downtown Asheville metalsmithing studio. \n$120 includes all materials \nArrive 15 minutes early to sign the safety waiver and get settled. \n*Convenient parking is available just below the studio in either the Harrah’s Parking Garage or Rankin Parking Garage\, 1st hour is free! \nThis event will happen every Saturday from Feb 7\, 2026 to Mar 28\, 2026.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/hammered-wide-band-ring-3/
LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 84 W Walnut St Unit A\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Jewelry Studios":MAILTO:info@ignitejewelrystudios.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260827T090602
CREATED:20260114T192115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T201613Z
UID:87355-1770465600-1770480000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Free Valentine's Market in the Greenhouses at Ross Farm
DESCRIPTION:LOVE IN BLOOM: Ross Farm is hosting Western North Carolina’s Most Unique Valentine’s Event—Featuring Highland Cow Kisses! This is the right place for all things love.\nMark your calendars for the region’s sweetest Valentine’s experience including fluffy cow smooches\, local artisans\, and greenhouses full of flirty fun just in time for V-Day!\nCANDLER\, NC – Ross Farm Asheville and Appalachian Standard invite the community to fall in love at the inaugural Valentine’s Market on Saturday\, February 7th from 12-4 PM. This family-friendly event takes place in the enchanted magic of Ross Farm’s stunning greenhouses\, that’s already generating buzz across Western North Carolina.\nWhat Makes This Event Unique:\nRoss Farm’s Greenhouse Plant Paradise – Hundreds of houseplants perfect for plant lovers (treating yourself IS a love language!)\nHighland Cow Kissing Booth – Yes\, you read that right. Get cozy with famously fluffy highland cows for smooches and photo ops\nIntentionally Curated Vendors – Local artists and makers offering one-of-a-kind Valentine’s\, Galentine’s\, and Palentine’s gifts\nGreenhouse Plant Paradise\nValentine’s BINGO – Win super fun Valentine’s prizes during a special edition of greenhouse BINGO\nGourmet Bites –  Decadent sweet treats\, gourmet hot dogs and more to satisfy every craving\nKids Activities – Cutesy Valentines crafts to keep little ones happy while you shop\nAppalachian Standard CBD – Our very own quality wellness products to help uplift the heart\n“From couples to kiddos\, we want everyone to come experience the Valentine’s magic you won’t find anywhere else\,” says Amy. “Where else can you bring your Valentine and family to be surrounded by lush greenhouses\, kiss a highland cow\, find the perfect handmade gift\, and take home a beautiful plant—all in one magical afternoon?”\nEVENT DETAILS:\nWhat: Valentine’s Market at Ross Farm Asheville\nWhen: Saturday\, February 7\, 2025 | 12-4 PM\nWhere: 91 Holbrook Road\, Candler\, NC 28715\nAdmission: FREE\nParking: Carpooling encouraged\nPerfect for couples\, friend groups\, families\, and anyone looking to celebrate love and show some love to our local artisans. Don’t miss Western North Carolina’s most talked-about Valentine’s event!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/free-valentines-market-in-the-greenhouses-at-ross-farm/
LOCATION:Ross Farm (Formally Jack Young Greenhouse)\, 91 Holbrook Road\, Candler\, 28715
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T180000
DTSTAMP:20260827T090602
CREATED:20260119T184449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T194701Z
UID:87532-1770469200-1770573600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:The Little Crafty at the NC Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Arboretum\, The Big Crafty\, and ArtsAVL are excited to announce The Little Crafty\, a new\, intimate craft market celebrating regional artists\, nature-inspired making\, and the creative spirit of Western North Carolina. \nTaking place Saturday\, February 7 and Sunday\, February 8\, from 1–6 p.m. in the Arboretum’s Auditorium\, The Little Crafty will feature a carefully curated group of artists whose work draws inspiration from the natural world — botanicals\, landscapes\, wildlife\, and the handmade traditions of the Blue Ridge. \nFramed by the Arboretum’s living collections and winter landscapes\, The Little Crafty invites visitors to engage with art that grows from nature meeting craftsmanship\, and the event is timely for warm Valentine’s Day gift-giving. \nThe weekend’s artists echo the imaginative\, nature-forward ethos of the Arboretum’s current exhibition TROLLS: A Field Study by artist Thomas Dambo\, creating a dialogue between art\, environment\, and community. \nAdmission: The Little Crafty is free to attend\, but there is a parking fee for The NC Arboretum. As part of the celebration\, Sunday\, February 8 will be a free Community Day\, with the Arboretum’s parking fee waived to encourage broad community participation.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-little-crafty-at-the-nc-arboretum/
LOCATION:The North Carolina Arboretum\, 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way\, Asheville\, 28806
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T150000
DTSTAMP:20260827T090602
CREATED:20260206T003413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T193313Z
UID:88353-1770474600-1774710000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Simply Charmed
DESCRIPTION:This is the perfect way to spend a part of your day while visiting our downtown Asheville metalsmithing studio and gallery. Come stamp and hammer a charm to your liking! Choose from more than 60 styles of metal stamps and a variety of jewelers hammers to complete your charm. You will start with a rectangular brass base\, (or upgrade to sterling silver in a variety of shapes and styles) then choose your silver accent piece\, and finally a gemstone of choice. After a quick demo by the instructor you can spend the next 45 minutes to complete your masterpiece. \nOur magnetic tumbler will polish your piece to perfection and you have an option of some finishing patinas as well. Upgrade to earrings\, make additional pendants for friends etc. \n$45 Base Price includes a brass charm\, gemstone\, and stretch cord. \n*Additional chains/bracelets available for purchase at a discount \nSome silver upgrades available for additional cost and additional pieces may be purchased to make gifts\, extras\, etc!) \nThis is family friendly\, kid friendly ages 5 and up (but the littles will need help with the hammering)\, and a great rainy day or indoor activity in downtown Asheville! \nThis event will happen every Saturday from Feb 7\, 2026 to Mar 28.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/simply-charmed/
LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 84 W Walnut St Unit A\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Jewelry Studios":MAILTO:info@ignitejewelrystudios.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T190000
DTSTAMP:20260827T090602
CREATED:20251228T150902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T193028Z
UID:86613-1770483600-1770490800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Art League of Henderson County - Exhibit Opening
DESCRIPTION:Art Place Gallery celebrates a new exhibit featuring fiber artworks from regional artists. The exhibit also showcases members’ 2D and 3D artwork including painting\, drawing\, jewelry\, sculpture\, and ceramic work created in the Stuart Glassman Ceramic Studio\, a vibrant part of the Art League of Henderson County.  \nThe Art Place Gallery is a dynamic visual art center managed by members of the Art League of Henderson County. It’s located in the vibrant historic 7th Avenue District in Hendersonville.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/art-league-of-henderson-county-exhibit-opening-2/
LOCATION:Art Place Gallery\, 730 Locust Street\, Hendersonville\, 28782
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art League of Henderson County":MAILTO:publicity@artleague.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T210000
DTSTAMP:20260827T090602
CREATED:20251111T044832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T134816Z
UID:85420-1770490800-1770498000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Eyes Up Here Comedy: Galentine's Day Edition
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge! The perfect show for everyone celebrating Galentine’s Day! \nEyes Up Here Comedy is a night featuring all femme comedians and this month we have a special show featuring comedians from Asheville and around the South East. Hosted by local favorite Erin Terry. \nages 18+\ndoors at 6:30pm\, show at 7pm \nTickets $18 GA\, $23 Premium Seating
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/eyes-up-here-comedy-galentines-day-edition/
LOCATION:Ginger’s Revenge\, 829 Riverside Drive\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T213000
DTSTAMP:20260827T090602
CREATED:20260118T161019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T194707Z
UID:87497-1770490800-1770499800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:David Childers & Dylan Walshe at The White Horse
DESCRIPTION:North Carolina Hall Of Fame inductee\, David Childers\, with Irish singer songwriter\, Dylan Walshe
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/david-childers-dylan-walshe-at-the-white-horse/
LOCATION:The White Horse Black Mountain\, 105 Montreat Road\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="White Horse Black Mountain":MAILTO:kiesakay@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T163000
DTSTAMP:20260827T090602
CREATED:20260203T204644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T115059Z
UID:88258-1770557400-1770568200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Weekly Sunday Scrabble
DESCRIPTION:Your favorite word game! Maybe you enjoy Wordle\, or Boggle\, or Words with Friends\, or online Scrabble! Or maybe you just remember enjoying Scrabble in the past! We have all the equipment\, so just stroll in and let’s play a few games every Sunday afternoon! It’s fine to drop by\, be late\, leave early\, but soon you will want to spend the whole afternoon with us! No dues for the first three months. We have folks who drive in from TN\, SC\, and neighboring counties. All levels of play. Free challenges for those strange words\, and we have a “cheat sheet” for new folks! See you Sunday!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/weekly-sunday-scrabble/
LOCATION:Stephens Lee Recreation Center\, 30 George Washington Carver Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260827T090602
CREATED:20250829T190419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T003620Z
UID:83117-1770562800-1770566400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Jazz Is for Everyone - Free to Be: The Rise of the Artist
DESCRIPTION:A Lecture Demonstration Series for the Curious\, the New\, and the Devotee  \nSun\, Feb 8 • 3 pm | 60 Minutes \nIn the late 1950s and ’60s\, musicians like John Coltrane\, Miles Davis\, Charles Mingus\, Wayne Shorter\, Ornette Coleman\, and others claimed their place as artists. There wasn’t any real doubt before\, but jazz now sat at the heights of contemporary art\, fully claiming the aesthetic and compositional achievements originally won by artists like Mary Lou Williams and Ellington. Still\, it never stopped being a soulful expression of individuality\, inspiration\, and a challenge to embrace our highest intent.  \nJazz Is for Everyone is a series of five one-hour sessions exploring jazz music. Come to one or join them all—each session stands on its own and welcomes listeners at any level.  \nWhat You’ll Experience:  \nGuided listening\nLive music demonstrations\nStories that connect the music to people\, places\, and intent\nA space for questions\, curiosity\, and shared discovery  \nJeremy Walker launched Jazz Is for Everyone in 2004 at his Brilliant Corners Jazz Club\, with Wynton Marsalis serving as Artistic Advisor. The program was developed as an Educational Affiliate with Jazz at Lincoln Center. Since then\, Walker’s been writing\, composing\, performing\, producing\, and speaking about why this music still matters.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/jazz-is-for-everyone-free-to-be-the-rise-of-the-artist/
LOCATION:Wortham Center for the Performing Arts\, 18 Biltmore Ave.\, Asheville\, 28801
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T193000
DTSTAMP:20260827T090602
CREATED:20260128T234503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T004645Z
UID:87952-1770573600-1770579000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:The Misfit Improv Comedy Show
DESCRIPTION:Asheville’s best improvisers bring you a fast-paced\, interactive comedy show full of scenes\, songs\, and games—all based on your suggestions. The second half features a fully improvised musical. Come laugh with us at a show made just for you.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-misfit-improv-comedy-show/
LOCATION:NC Stage Company\, 15 Stage Ln\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Misfit Improv":MAILTO:info@misfitimprov.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260827T090602
CREATED:20260206T095443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T180854Z
UID:88369-1770721200-1770735600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Simply Charmed - Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:**Show up at Ignite Jewelry Studios anytime between 11pm and 3pm to make your charms! \nThis is the perfect way to spend a part of your day while visiting our downtown Asheville metalsmithing studio and gallery. Come stamp and hammer a charm to your liking! Choose from more than 60 styles of metal stamps and a variety of jewelers hammers to complete your charm. You will start with a rectangular brass base\, (or upgrade to sterling silver in a variety of shapes and styles) then choose your silver accent piece\, and finally a gemstone of choice. After a quick demo by the instructor you can spend the next 45 minutes to complete your masterpiece. \nOur magnetic tumbler will polish your piece to perfection and you have an option of some finishing patinas as well. Upgrade to earrings\, make additional pendants for friends etc. \n$45 Base Price includes a brass charm\, gemstone drop\, jump ring\, and stretch cord. \n(Some silver upgrades available for additional cost and additional pieces may be purchased to make gifts\, extras\, etc!) \n*Additional chains can be purchased at discounted rates \nThis is family friendly\, kid friendly ages 5 and up (but the littles will need help with the hammering)\, and a great rainy day or indoor activity in downtown Asheville!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/simply-charmed-drop-in-3/
LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 84 W Walnut St Unit A\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Jewelry Studios":MAILTO:info@ignitejewelrystudios.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T213000
DTSTAMP:20260827T090602
CREATED:20250821T231212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T233413Z
UID:82699-1770751800-1770759000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Stella Cole Sings the Great American Songbook
DESCRIPTION:With a velvet voice and old-soul charm\, Stella Cole brings timeless jazz standards to life in an evening brimming with elegance and warmth. A rising star whose performances have captivated both social media audiences and live concertgoers\, Cole offers fresh yet nostalgic interpretations of favorites by Ella Fitzgerald\, Frank Sinatra\, and Nat King Cole. Experience the glamour of the golden era in Brevard Music Center’s Parker Concert Hall\, a 400-seat lakeside venue in the Blue Ridge Mountains—an intimate setting for an unforgettable night of jazz.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/stella-cole-sings-the-great-american-songbook/
LOCATION:Parker Concert Hall\, 349 Andante Ln\, Brevard\, 28712
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brevard Music Center":MAILTO:boxoffice@brevardmusic.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T193000
DTSTAMP:20260827T090602
CREATED:20260122T161723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T174310Z
UID:87640-1770831000-1770838200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Spirited Improv Group 6 Week Series
DESCRIPTION:Spirited Improv is a conscious\, community-centered experience where we come together to grow through improvisation.  \nUsing improv as a living practice\, we explore presence\, creative expression\, and authentic connection in a space rooted in love and radical acceptance. This is not about performance or comedy. It’s about trusting the unknown and responding from the heart. \nOver 6-weeks\, we move\, play\, express\, and create together\, allowing improv to become the process through which community forms and transformation unfolds. As we practice showing up authentically with one another\, fear softens\, confidence grows\, and a deeper sense of belonging emerges.  \nSpirited Improv is for spiritually aligned humans seeking personal growth\, meaningful connection\, and a more loving way of being in the world. \nFacilitated by Jessica Chilton\, whose background in improvisation and expressive arts therapy creates a sacred\, supportive container for soulful play and community growth.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/spirited-improv-group-6-week-series/
LOCATION:emberlight\, 82 Sanctuary Rd.\, Swannanoa\, NC\, 28778\, United States
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