The Laurel of Asheville

ATLiens, Best of Atlanta Comedy Showcase
2026-05-29 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Green Man Brewery, 27 Buxton Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
Modelface Comedy Club brings you the best comedy in Asheville. This Friday we have ATLiens, best of Atlanta comedy showcase at Green Man Brewery!
ATLiens is a celebration of the best comedians in Atlanta. Each show we feature a different group of the ATL’s best and this month we have a killer line up!!
ages 18+
doors at 7:30pm, show at 8pm
Tickets $15 advance, $18 day of

Urban Sketchers Takeover Exhibit at RAD Rendezvous
2026-05-30 - 2026-06-14 | RAD Rendevous, 87 Roberts St, Asheville, 28801
In conjunction with Carolinas Sketch Crawl (June 5-7), an exhibit of sketches from the Urban Sketchers chapters of Asheville, Charlotte, and Greenville (SC) will be on view at RAD Rendevous (87 Roberts Street, open daily 9am-5pm) from May 30th through June 14th.

Motor Mile Car Show
2026-05-30 10:00 - 14:00 | 100 coxe avenue, 100 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, 28801
Asheville’s automotive history will come to life this spring when dozens of classic Chrysler and other vintage automobiles line Coxe Avenue for the free Motor Mile Classic Car Show in downtown Asheville taking place May 30, 2026.
Taking place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 30, the show will stretch along Coxe Avenue between Hilliard and Buxton Avenues – once the city’s original “Motor Mile” and its first zoned automobile district. The free, outdoor event pays tribute to the dealerships and service centers that defined the street during Asheville’s early automotive era.
The car show coincides with the Spring Meet of the Chrysler 300 Club International, an organization dedicated to preserving the history of the 1955-1965 Chrysler 300 “Letter Series.” Club members will be joined by local and regional car clubs from across Western North Carolina and representing a wide range of makes and models, creating a diverse and visually striking lineup.

LEAF - Deep Roots
2026-05-30 13:00 - 22:00 | Pisgah Brewing Company, 150 Eastside Drive , Black Mountain, NC, 28711, United States
A Celebration of Connection & Resilience, LEAF returns to its foundations with Deep Roots, a one-day gathering at Pisgah Brewing! This event is designed to nurture the sense of belonging and community that helps us grow strong through times of change. “Planting ourselves again” with a focus on grounding, reconnection, and the shared resilience of our “LEAF Family” is what drives the name. This event will be a vibrant, intergenerational day featuring world-class live music, workshops, and local vendors. Dedicated playful activities for children make this a premiere event for families looking to engage with culture and creativity together!
Featured artists include Asheville’s own River Whyless, blues legend Corey Harris, and Virginia folk trio Palmyra!

Amici – Jewish Jazz the Sequel
2026-05-30 14:00 - 15:30 | The White Horse Black Mountain, 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, 28711, United States
AmiciMusic returns to the White Horse for another thrilling JEWISH JAZZ program on Saturday, May 30th at 2:00pm. “JEWISH JAZZ–the Return of the Jewdi” is a sequel to the fun and popular program they performed last year featuring the wonderful Seth Kibel on clarinet and Artistic Director Daniel Weiser on piano. They will highlight more exciting connections between American Jazz and Klezmer-influenced music with works by Jacob Weinberg, Benny Goodman, Bela Kovacs, and a fantastic arrangement of George Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue.” Dr. Weiser will tell great stories about how these two idioms intertwined in the early part of the 20th century as the wave of Jewish immigrants to NYC met up with the Great Migration of African-Americans from the South. Kibel is a phenomenal talent who has been voted best musician in the Baltimore/DC area for several years. You won’t want to miss this toe-tapping exciting music.
For more info about the program and the artists, visit: https://www.amicimusic.org/concert/jewish-jazz-5-3/.

FREE PATIO SHOW: The Riverbreaks
2026-05-30 14:00 - 16:00 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
– FREE SHOW
– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE
THE RIVERBREAKS
The Riverbreaks deliver a powerful blend of Americana and Rock, defined by lyrical depth, rich orchestration, and electrifying live performances. Their distinctive sound has been shaped on the road through tours spanning 14 countries and 45 states, earning them a devoted following and critical acclaim.
The band has collaborated with an impressive roster of producers — including Chris Stamey (The dB’s, Whiskeytown), Skylar Wilson (Justin Townes Earle, Kesha, ABC’sNashville), Jordan Lehning (Caitlin Rose, Kacey Musgraves), Ken Coomer (formerly of Wilco), and Jon Estes (Steelism, Dolly Parton) — further refining their dynamic, cinematic sound.

schleich® America 250 Bag Tag Make & Take🎉
2026-05-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Imperial Mercantile & Outfitters, 25 International Blvd, Mill Spring, NC, 28756, United States
Celebrate America’s 250th in creative style with schleich®! Join us for a FREE, hands-on craft where kids can design their own red, white & blue bag tag with a schleich® animal to show off their patriotic pride. 🎨✨
Bonus Fun:
🎁 Receive a FREE gift with any $35 schleich® purchase during the event!
🏆 Don’t miss the North American Hobby Horse Series—top riders can win exciting schleich® prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place!
Ready to ride into the fun? Learn more and register for the competition here: https://www.resort.tryon.com/hobbyhorse
Bring your creativity, your patriotic spirit, and get ready for a star-spangled good time! ⭐

Asheville Choral Society Traveling Fundraiser
2026-05-30 17:30 - 21:30 | River Arts District, Clingman and Lyman, throughout, Asheville, 28801
Save the date for ACS’s second annual traveling fundraiser on the evening of May 30, 2026, from 5:30-9:30pm in the River Arts District. What will this evening hold?
Three remarkable vocal acts, ranging across genres, but always stunning.
Three diverse art galleries, featuring gorgeous and thought-provoking visual art.
Three courses of incredible food, wine, and beer, with a yummy dessert to close out the evening.
All attendees visit all three galleries, hear all of the music, and enjoy all of the food, as we rotate through the River Arts District. This event is a fundraiser in support of ACS’s core operations and community engagement singing opportunities. Thank you for supporting ACS as a patron of this fun, engaging evening of music, art, and food!

Rock the House for Women Build
2026-05-30 18:30 - 21:00 | The Mule at Devil’s Foot, 131 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville, 28803
Join Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity at The Mule for Rock the House, an annual Women Build fundraiser. Festivities will include live music with The Fabulous Flashbacks, dancing, snacks, a cash bar, and lots of ways to support the construction of Women Build House #22. This house will be a beautiful, affordable, Green Built home in New Heights, Habitat’s growing West Asheville neighborhood. Register for this free event today!

Little Women
2026-05-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Ave, Tryon, NC, 28782, United States
Based on the beloved novel by Louisa May Alcott, Little Women follows the March sisters — Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy — as they navigate the joys, heartbreaks, and coming of age during and after the Civil War.
Full of sweeping music, heartfelt storytelling, and moments of profound tenderness, this Broadway-style adaptation brings Alcott’s timeless story vividly to life on stage.
Centered on Jo March’s fierce ambition and determination to forge her own path, the show celebrates creativity, independence, and the courage it takes to remain true to oneself. Rich with unforgettable characters and soaring melody, Little Women is a powerful story of sisterhood, resilience, and imagination that continues to resonate across generations.
This is PACA’s first ever show with incredibly talented adults and teens

Gimme Gimme Disco
2026-05-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Eulogy, 10 Buxton Ave, Asheville, 28801
America’s most ICONIC disco party, Gimme Gimme Disco, is coming to Asheville on 30 May 2026, and it’s bringing nothing but glitter, grooves, and pure dance-floor joy.
If you can’t get enough of ABBA, this is THE dance party for you! Gimme Gimme Disco is a DJ-based dance party spinning all your favorite ABBA anthems, plus nonstop disco classics from the ’70s and ’80s. Expect hits from the Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Cher, and more, the kind of songs that make it impossible to stand still. Come ready to lay all your love on the dance floor, sing at the top of your lungs, and dance like nobody’s watching.
So honey honey, take a chance. Put on your best disco fit, don’t forget your dancing shoes, but leave your worries behind. Whether you’re a lifelong dancing queen or just here for the vibes, your crown awaits. This is the best disco since 1980, sweaty, euphoric, and packed with feel-good energy from start to finish at Eulogy on 30 May 2026.

Don't Tell Comedy South Slope Asheville
2026-05-30 19:00 - 21:00 | The Funkatorium, 147 Coxe Ave, Asheville, 28801
Show Details
This show will be at an indoor location.
No Outside Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase.
Small snacks available for purchase
Non-alcoholic drinks will be available.
Outside snacks allowed.
This show will have chairs provided.
♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible.
21+ show.
About Don’t Tell Comedy
Secret Locations.
Shhh…it’s a surprise. As you can see, we only advertise the general area or neighborhood for each show. The precise location and other important show details will be sent to you at 8:00 AM the day of the show. If you don’t see it in your inbox you can find the info on show day right here.
Secret Comedians.
No spoilers! All comedians remain unknown until the moment they take the stage. But don’t fret, we carefully curate lineups of 4-7 different comics to create a hilarious and diverse show. The best part is—you never know who might show up!
You might discover your next favorite underground comedian or see a fan favorite. We specialize in introducing audiences to the best-emerging talent from cities around the world through a mix of the best local and nationally touring comedians.
Unique Live Experience.
Honestly, we’re over the whole debt-inducing two-drink minimum thing. We’re dedicated to providing you with a unique and fun live comedy experience—one which doesn’t require you to take out a second mortgage. We thrive on good vibes and welcome you to be a part of the DTC community.

Roots Grown Deep w/ Joel Karabo
2026-05-30 19:30 - 21:00 | The White Horse Black Mountain, 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, 28711, United States
Roots Grown Deep presents Musical Ecology 2 LIVE!
“They take us beyond blood and bone, beyond memory and fear, to a place where everything is ‘no thing’ made of a single substance.”
The beloved multi-cultural world music ensemble Roots Grown Deep performs music from their watershed work Musical Ecology 2 which is due for release in May 2026.
Roots Grown Deep is a multi-cultural, multi-continental world ensemble project guided by composer Joel Karabo Elliott. The original African Branches were founded in Southern Africa in 2012 and since 2020 the American Branches have grown together in southern Appalachia (western North Carolina). Musical Ecology 2 naturally follows upon the release of the album reSonate reFlect reLease reMember by Joel Karabo Elliott & Roots Grown Deep in April 2025, and of Musical Ecology 1 (2024) which represents the primary repertoire and creative expression of the African Branches of Roots Grown Deep. Guided, produced and co-composed by Joel Karabo Elliott, these audio epics represent a journey of culmination in the expression of two continental branches of a world music family who are tending to the rites of passage — birth, initiation and death thresholds.
The ensemble will include core American Branches members including:
Jahidi — tabla, percussion
Paloma Devi — voice, dance
Scott Sheerin — flutes, saxophones
Chinobay — endongo, kora, kalimbas
Aditi Sethi — harmonium, voice
Jay Brown — guitars
Joel Karabo Elliott — voice, winds, percussion
May 30, 2026 7:30 pm We want everyone to access the healing power of music! Maybe you can only give a few dollars, or maybe you have resources to cover the cost for others. Donate what you can! Enter your desired donation amount below. Suggested ticket price: $22

Trousdale: Growing Pains (Deluxe) Tour
2026-05-30 20:00 - 23:30 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
STANDING ROOM ONLY
Troufriends Ball VIP Experience includes:
● One (1) GA ticket ● Invitation to the Troufriends Ball, including: ● Meet & greet and photo opp with the band ● 2-song acoustic set ● Rehearsal for VIP in-show performance participation (from the audience) ● Exclusive VIP merch gifts ● 10% discount merch booth coupon, redeemable at this show only ● Commemorative VIP laminate & lanyard ● Early entry into the venue ● Hassle-free merch shopping before doors open ● Limited availability
TROUSDALE
For Trousdale—the trio of Quinn D’Andrea, Georgia Greene, and Lauren Jones—the ache of growing through change, of facing down existential anxiety, and matters of the heart are all intimately familiar. “We can acknowledge the strides we’ve made and be grateful, but we’ve talked a lot about how tired we are,” Jones says with a laugh. “We’ve been thinking a lot about the tension that comes with change, wanting it, fighting it, embracing it, but learning to thrive in that moment.” On Trousdale’s upcoming LP, Growing Pains (due April 11th), the band works through those struggles to find strength, courage, and growth in each other. “From what was, something new can always grow,” D’Andrea says.
Opening on a ripping electric guitar and bolstered by their trademark harmonies, the title track and lead single perfectly encapsulates those feelings in the life of Trousdale. “I’m making it through the tough times when it feels like I’ve been burning out/ Trying to build up the muscle so the hustle doesn’t pull me down,” they sing, a limber bass line drawing each new syllable forward. The album was recorded largely live in the room and co-produced by the band and John Mark Nelson, a songwriter who has also co-written and produced songs for Suki Waterhouse and Shaboozey, as well as engineered tracks for the likes of Taylor Swift and Mitski. “This song was about what we feel every day in this band,” Greene says. “Being exhausted but finding beauty together.”
Trousdale’s debut album, 2023’s Out of My Mind, earned raves from the likes of the Boston Globe, Consequence, and Atwood Magazine for its powerful songwriting, immaculate harmonies, and ability to bridge gaps between country and indie pop. On Growing Pains, the three songwriters evolved their style, writing rough ideas on their own, then refining and finishing them in the room together. “We’re all adding to each other’s ideas, drawing from personal experiences and then expanding them into something more people can connect with,” D’Andrea explains.
verygently
verygently is the collective spark of three established Nashville singer-songwriters—Drew Erwin, Joey Hendricks, and Tristan Bushman—who joined forces in early 2024 and quickly made noise with their debut EP DUMBA$$ MODE. Blending razor-sharp wit with open-hearted vulnerability, the trio crafts harmony-driven indie rock that turns heartache into something anthemic. After touring alongside Ruston Kelly, Augustana, The Band Camino, and The Fray, they built a reputation for magnetic, cathartic live shows fueled by airtight harmonies and undeniable chemistry.

Call for Artists - This Moment Art Show
2026-05-31 | Indivisible Burke NC, 123 W. Union Street, Morganton, 28655
Introducing Indivisible Burke NC’s This Moment Art Show!
Why an art show?
Democracy is a living thing — and so is the community that sustains it. At Indivisible Burke NC, we believe that the connections we build with one another are just as important as the actions we take together. The This Moment Art Show is born from that belief.
We are all processing these times in our own ways and sometimes we don’t have the words. Art steps in where words fail. It is one of the most powerful ways humans have to create connection and help us begin necessary conversations about complex things. This is how we build the solidarity to fight fascism and strengthen our democracy.
This Moment is an invitation to start conversations. Let’s use art to help us process our shared experience.
Read our prospectus to learn more and submit your work. Deadline to submit an application is May 31, 2026 11:59pm Eastern

Salt Spoon Fabrication with Lisa Colby May 31st
2026-05-31 11:00 - 13:00 | Ignite Jewelry Studios, 84 W Walnut St Unit A, Asheville, 28801
Join renowned guest instructor Lisa Colby for her Salt Spoon Workshop!
Learn how to hand fabricate a small salt or jam spoon out of sheet brass. Students will use a jewelers saw to cut out the shape of their spoon and use hammers, punches and a rolling mill to create surface textures.
Techniques employed in this spoon making class will be sawing, creating texture with hammers, stamps and rolling mill, dapping, sanding and filing.
Each student will be able to create a finished spoon to take home at the end of the class.
Beginners +
Workshop Fee: $40
Materials Fee: $15

Country Brunch - May 31
2026-05-31 11:00 - 14:00 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
The Grey Eagle and Leona Wild Collective Present
Country Brunch with Vaden Landers
Sunday, May 31
11am-2pm
All Ages
This is a FREE event!

"UBUNTU! A Poetry & Musical Celebration! I Am Because We Are!"
2026-05-31 12:30 - 13:30 | Center for Spiritual Living 2 Science of Mind Way Asheville, NC 28806, 2 Science of Mind Way, Asheville, NC, 28806, United States
Audiences are invited to experience “UBUNTU! A Poetry & Musical Celebration: I Am Because We Are”, an uplifting, hour-long performance of soaring poetry and healing music celebrating our shared humanity. Inspired by the philosophy of Ubuntu—“I am because we are”—the program reflects on our interconnectedness and shared responsibility for one another.
The event will take place at the Center for Spiritual Living Asheville, 2 Science of Mind Way, Asheville Suggested admission: $20 (or pay what you wish) For more information: https://cslasheville.org/events/
Created and performed by U.S. Cultural Ambassador, award-winning solo performer and poet Ronald Rand, this evocative program—introduced by Sherri Free—intertwines original poetry from his latest collection, “The Marsh in May and 30 Poems,” with timeless works by Rumi, Khalil Gibran, Rabindranath Tagore, and Lakota Sioux Chief Yellow Lark.
The performance is enriched by a blend of live and recorded music, featuring LEAF Culture Keeper-33rd generation Ivory Coast master djembe artist Adama Dembele, alongside David Washington, Rev. Dr. Suzi Schadle, and Imani. Additional music includes recordings by Kusi Mahlasela and the Ubuntu Voices’ “The Circle Moves” Sacred African Choir. David Washington, Director of Music of the Center for Spiritual Living Asheville, will also share original compositions, adding depth and resonance to this unique artistic experience.
As Martin Luther King Jr. expressed, “I can never be what I ought to be until you are what you ought to be.” By honoring the grace and wisdom of our ancestors and the stories that unite us, UBUNTU! celebrates the enduring spirit of compassion, community, and the endless stream of human experience.

Weekly Sunday Scrabble
2026-05-31 13:30 - 16:30 | Stephens Lee Recreation Center, 30 George Washington Carver Avenue, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
Your favorite word game! Maybe you enjoy Wordle, or Boggle, or Words with Friends, or online Scrabble! Or maybe you 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! 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!

FREE PATIO SHOW: East Coast Dirt
2026-05-31 14:00 - 16:00 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE
– DONATIONS FOR THE ARTISTS ENCOURAGED! VENMO: @BRAD-BOUGHTON
EAST COAST DIRT
After a 4 year break, the core three members of East Coast Dirt have decided to reunite and play their blend of originals and covers for the first time as a trio. East Coast Dirt was founded in 2005, and its core trio solidified in 2007. For nearly a decade, primary songwriters Brad Boughton, Wilson Hawes and Will Little morphed through different lineups, playing countless shows throughout the Southeast. Now the band is returning to old haunts and new venues alike to give crowds a taste of old-school Asheville, NC with a new guitar-led sensibility. The ECD sound has been reshaped with original songs and choice covers ranging from jammy psychedelia to full-force rock. Look for East Coast Dirt’s new album, “Polarization”, now on Spotify and other streaming services.

Caleb Caudle & the Sweet Critters | Sundays by the River
2026-05-31 16:00 - 18:00 | Olivette Riverside Pavilion, 1069 Olivette Rd, Asheville, 28804
Get ready to rock out with Caleb Caudle and the Sweet Critters in an intimate outdoor concert at the Olivette Riverside Pavilion, just minutes from downtown Asheville! Kids are free. BYOB, BYOC (chair)
Caleb Caudle’s body of work is shaped from the ground up. His artistry has emerged through endurance and the steady momentum of a life in motion, carrying him from small stages in the North Carolina foothills he calls home, all the way to the Grand Ole Opry.
On his new album, Heavy Thrill, this personal evolution mirrors his artistic journey. He takes full creative control, self-producing for the first time while recording at the storied Cash Cabin in Hendersonville, Tenn., where reverence for tradition meets his singular artistic vision.
Caudle has brought his music to stages across the world, with standout appearances at festivals including Merlefest, Luck Reunion, Kerrville Folk Festival, Bourbon & Beyond, Stagecoach, and Cayamo, alongside a run of critically acclaimed albums praised by The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, NPR, No Depression, and Rolling Stone. He has made multiple appearances on NPR’s Mountain Stage and has been a guest DJ on Sirius XM’s Outlaw Country, where his songs are in constant rotation. In the fall of 2024, Caudle reached a career-defining milestone, stepping into the circle at the Grand Ole Opry for the first time.

Monster Comedy Jam!!!
2026-05-31 19:00 - 21:00 | The River Arts District Brewing Company, 13 Mystery Street, Asheville, 28801
SUNDAY!
SUNDAY!
SUNDAY!!!
Modelface Comedy brings you the Monster Comedy Jam in the RAD Comedy Basement!
Your favorite Asheville comics are revving their engines and ready to crush! This month we have an extra special secret guest!
Hosted by Jason Reel
ages 18+
doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm
Tickets $15

Little Women
2026-05-31 19:00 - 21:00 | Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Avenue, Tryon, NC, 28782

Jump into JUNE Classes!
2026-06-01 08:00 - 2026-06-30 17:00 | Arrowhead Gallery and Studios, 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old Fort, 28762
Jump into some fantastic classes at Arrowhead Gallery & Studios!

Enameling Series: Part 1 Vitreous Enamel
2026-06-01 09:00 - 14:00 | Ignite Jewelry Studios, 84 W Walnut St Unit A, Asheville, 28801
Interested in exploring enamel in jewelry? In this workshop, you’ll learn the basics of vitreous enamel on silver and copper—including essential tools, application techniques, and more. By the end, you’ll have a solid understanding of vitreous enamel and be ready to experiment and incorporate these methods into your own work.
Included is an additional 4 hours of Open Studio time (wed &Thur 11-4) valid for 1 month following workshop
$200 workshop fee
*$30 materials fee due at the time of the workshop

Creative Alchemy: An Enneagram & Writing Lab
2026-06-03 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
Creative Alchemy: An Enneagram & Writing Lab
Wednesdays in June, from 11:00am-1:00pm EST
In this series, we’ll use the Enneagram, a wisdom tradition that has long been employed as a tool for deep personal growth, to engage with and transform our creative practice. Facilitated by Ali McGhee.
Our sessions together will include a teaching portion, lively discussion time, and prompts and activities to get you exploring how the Enneagram can feed your creativity. Each week will be themed, and you can join us at any time – monthly session for specific Enneagram deep-dives, or the comprehensive full three-month series. Drop into any or all of it as you’re able!

Simply Charmed - Drop-In - June 2026
2026-06-03 11:00 - 2026-06-25 15:00 | Ignite Jewelry Studios, 84 W Walnut St Unit A, Asheville, 28801
**Show up at Ignite Jewelry Studios anytime between 11pm and 3pm to make your charms!
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.
Our 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.
$45 Base Price includes a brass charm, gemstone drop, jump ring, and base metal chain. (Some silver upgrades available for additional cost and additional pieces may be purchased to make gifts, extras, etc!)
This is family friendly, kid friendly ages 6 and up (but the littles will need help with the hammering), and a great rainy day or indoor activity in downtown Asheville!

The Good, Bad and the Ugly?
2026-06-03 13:00 - 2026-06-24 15:30 | Arrowhead Gallery and Studios, 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old Fort, 28762
In this 4 – week workshop, we will be embracing the artistic process and learn to push past the “Ugly Stages” and embrace the art of creative experimentation.
We will use a variety of techniques and materials: collage, paint, textures, and unconventional mediums, to turn what you may say is “ugly” into a beautiful art piece.
The goal of this workshop is to break through the perfectionism and enjoy the journey of creativity.

5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
2026-06-03 17:00 - 18:45 | Homewood, 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NC, 28801
RESISTANCE!
Exploring resistance with your feet, body and life, what are you rebellious about in your body and life? What are somethings in your body and life that you are putting off and you really need to push forward with! How does your body and feet move when you want to break through in your movement. Join Karen for this movement exploration! We move to the Maps of Gabrielle Roth. Picture by Paulina Milde-Jachowsha
Homewood, 19 Zillicoa St. Asheville, NC, 5:00-6:45pm, Sliding Scale $15-25, no one turned away! First time dancers get in for Free!
About Karen:
5Rhythms dance is for everyone. This meditative freeform dancing practice was created by dancer and visionary Gabriellle Roth. Accredited 5Rhythms teacher Karen Chapman has been hosting dances in Asheville and around the country for 9 years. Through the dance, Karen acts as a guide for the dancer on their journey through the rhythms. Karen is interested in how energy moves on the dance floor through the Breath and Body!
Dance movement timeline:
Doors open at 5 PM for warm up and close at 5:45 for the opening circle. The wave is complete at 6:45PM. If you can arrive at 5 PM that is best but you are welcome to come to the dance anytime before 5:45 PM.
5 PM: Warm-up, Meditative stretching and dancing.
5:45 PM: Doors Close, Opening circle
Demonstration of the 5 Rhythms of Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical, and Stillness. Welcoming walking meditation
6:00 PM: Dancing the wave of the 5 Rhythms
6:45 PM:Share,Closing Circle/End
Thank you and see ya on the dance floor soon! Love K

INTRODUCTION TO MODERN BATIK WITH LANA HALL
2026-06-03 17:00 - 19:30 | Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio, 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, 28712, United States
Introduction to Modern Batik (2.5 hours)
A beginner-friendly introduction to batik, focusing on how resist works and how pigments flow on fabric. Participants create a mosaic-style textile piece using simple techniques and leave with a finished work in a 12-inch embroidery hoop frame.
