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SUMMARY:5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
DESCRIPTION:BEGINNING\, MIDDLE AND END!\nBeginnings are always exciting!  Beginnings to a new relationship always brings on perkiness.  Beginnings of becoming a parent for the first time.  Beginnings to a new job may bring on nervousness.  Enter training that enhances your personal growth is helpful.\nMiddle: you are comfortable in what you are doing at the moment and trying to figure out what the next steps maybe.  There is a sense of stability and organization. On the hand\, in the middle things can happen such as heartbreak\, unstableness or things can be really stressful and topsy-turvy.\nEnd; all things must come to an end.  Our retirement from work. An ending of a relationship\, loss of parents\, and loss of an animal.  Take notice of how you end things in your life.  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. 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! \nDance movement timeline:\nDoors 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.\n5 PM: Warm-up\, Meditative stretching and dancing.\n5:45 PM: Doors Close\, Opening circle\nDemonstration of the 5 Rhythms of Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos\, Lyrical\, and Stillness.  Welcoming walking meditation\n6:00 PM: Dancing the wave of the 5 Rhythms\n6:45 PM:Share\,Closing Circle/End\nThank you and see ya on the dance floor soon!  Love K
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/5rhythms-sweat-your-prayers-on-weds-nights-hosted-by-karen-54/
LOCATION:Homewood\, 19 Zillicoa St.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
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SUMMARY:"No Child" at NC Stage
DESCRIPTION:No Child is a tour-de-force exploration of the New York City public school system. An insightful\, hilarious and touching master class not to be missed by anyone who is concerned about the state of our education system and how we might fix it. The play\, inspired by Sun’s own experiences as a teaching artist\, focuses on the lives of students and their struggles\, rather than the No Child Left Behind Act\, despite the title’s reference. The play utilizes humor and poignant moments to portray the students’ environment and their resilience in the face of adversity. \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 Friday (5/1): 7:30pm ; last two Fridays (5/8 & 5/15): 2pm\nOpening Week “Choose Your Price” Nights: April 9th – May 1st
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/no-child-at-nc-stage/
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:20260427T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T203000
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SUMMARY:Sacred Activism - Trusting the Dark–Finding Faith When the Path is Unclear
DESCRIPTION:Learn to find faith when the path is unclear and navigate the unknown as a fertile ground for new beginnings \nHow can our spiritual work serve the transformation of the world we live in? How do we navigate grief\, anger\, and hope in times of division? \nJoin Beth Hedquist and Cibele Salviatto for a new ongoing series exploring the intersection between spirituality and courageous action grounded in love. Together\, we will inquire into how our inner patterns—both conscious and unconscious—mirror and sustain the collective systems we seek to change. \nWhat We Will Explore \nWe will weave together the wisdom of the Pathwork Lectures\, sacred texts\, body work\, and personal sharing to cultivate: \n• Systemic Awareness: Seeing how we personally and collectively “collude with the system.” \n• Emotional Resilience: Learning to stay engaged without burning out. \n• Love-Based Action: Tools to act from clarity rather than reactivity or despair. \n• Community: A supportive space of like-minded souls. \nThis Month: Trusting the Dark \nIn this session\, we embrace the mystery of the unknown. We will explore how to find faith when the path ahead is unclear\, and the old maps no longer serve us. \nTogether\, we will practice navigating the darkness not as a void\, but as the fertile soil of creation—learning to trust the cycles of rest and gestation that are essential to true transformation.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/sacred-activism-trusting-the-dark-finding-faith-when-the-path-is-unclear/
LOCATION:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cibele Salviatto":MAILTO:csalviatto@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T213000
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SUMMARY:Blue Country Line Dance’s Giddy-Up Hoedown
DESCRIPTION:ALL AGES EVENT: 6PM-9:30PM Blue Country Line Dance’s Giddy-Up Hoedown Learn some of the hottest country & hip hop line dances with the Blue Country Line Dancers and dance all evening! Country Swing & Two-Steppers are welcome to join as they’ll be opportunities to strut your stuff. This is your weekday opportunity to dance your heart out with super-friendly dancers & instructors. If you want to get a heads up on the dances beforehand\, check instagram @bluecountrylinedance for Beginner Boot Camp classes at @UphoraDance and other opportunities to learn & practice line dancing in WNC
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/blue-country-line-dances-giddy-up-hoedown/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T220000
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SUMMARY:Double Feature Puppet Show: Phantasmagoria and Unraveling Puppet Pants & Shadow Girls Cult
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a one-night double feature of thoughtful\, mind-bending\, and whimsical marionettes and shadow puppetry: PHANTASMAGORIA\, by one-man marionette-building extraordinaire Puppet Pants\, and UNRAVELING\, by Henson Grant-awarded duo Shadow Girls Cult. \n‍ \nClowns\, monsters\, and mysteries amuse and interact with the audience in PHANTASMAGORIA. This marionette variety show features whimsical acts ranging from endearing to odd\, set to an original score. Specializing in marionette making and manipulation\, Puppet Pants delivers a wordless performance\, fading into the background while in full view of the audience. Somewhat circusy\, a little edgy\, and with a closing message about believing in yourself\, PHANTASMAGORIA will definitely intrigue and delight you! \n‍ \nInfused with elements of sci-fi\, film noir\, classic horror\, and surrealism\, UNRAVELING explores the inexplicable moments in time when we\, and the world around us\, seem to come apart. A series of shadow vignettes takes the audience on a journey through yearning\, curiosity\, and wonder\, moving through fractured identity and grief\, and ending with a dream sequence. Shadow Girls Cult uses a mind-bending blend of light techniques\, old-school overhead projectors\, shadow masks\, and hundreds of intricate and layered shadow puppets to create an animated film-like experience. UNRAVELING touches on the echo of a question: is the world (and by extension\, are we) destined to always\, always come apart at the seams? \n‍ \nRecommended for adults and teens ages 16+\nShadow puppetry and marionettes\nLength: 2 hours with an intermission\nLanguage: English\nFrom Seattle and Atlanta! \n‍ \nUNRAVELING\nCreated and Performed by Shadow Girls Cult\nMusic by Kin of The Moon\, Bad Angels\, Orion\nSound design by Zane Exactly\n“Birdwatching” — based on poem by Franny Choi\n“They’re Only Dreams” — text by Amy Escobar & voiceover by Cass Bray\nPuppets designed and built by Shadow Girls Cult\nOther sound design by Shadow Girls Cult \nPHANTASMAGORIA\nCreated and Performed by Puppet Pants\nMusic by Puppet Pants \nCreation of this production was supported in part by The Henson Foundation. \n‍\nAbout the Artists \nFounded in Atlanta in 2024\, Puppet Pants is committed to providing top quality marionette entertainment for audiences of all ages\, and has performed at the New Orleans Giant Puppet Festival\, Puppeteers of America 2024 South East Festival\, DragonCON\, Asheville and Atlanta Fringe\, as well as music festivals\, private events and independent tours of the United States. \nShadow Girls Cult is an award-winning queer shadow puppetry and projections duo based out of Seattle\, WA. Using overhead projectors\, adapted camera irises\, 2-D shadow puppets\, human silhouettes\, and other analog technology\, they create puppet magic for audiences all over the U.S. Their full-length shadow show UNRAVELING was awarded the 2025 Henson Foundation Workshop Grant & 4Culture’s 2025 Project Grant\, and was recently voted “Most Surprising Performance” & “Fan Favorite” at the 2025 Asheville Fringe Festival. In 2025\, SGC also made their debut at The Center for Puppetry Arts\, and were teaching artists in residency at Kennesaw State University in Atlanta\, and the Bright Ideas Project in Vermont. \n‍
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/double-feature-puppet-show-phantasmagoria-and-unraveling-puppet-pants-shadow-girls-cult/
LOCATION:sly grog\, 271 Haywood Street\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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SUMMARY:PATIO SHOW: Abe Reid
DESCRIPTION:Abe Reid is a North Carolina musician and one of the modern keepers of the Piedmont roots music tradition. Born in Forsyth County and raised in Statesville\, Reid began playing guitar at a young age\, developing a deep connection to the region’s historic finger-style traditions.\nHis musical education came directly from the source. As a young player\, he spent time with legendary Carolina musicians Guitar Gabriel and Cootie Stark\, learning not only guitar technique but also the storytelling and spirit behind traditional American music. \nIn the 1990s\, Reid immersed himself in the life of a working musician\, busking on the streets of New Orleans before returning to North Carolina’s music scene. He later helped form the roots band The Blue Rags\, known for energetic performances and traditional sounds. \nReid gained international recognition when he won the International Blues Challenge in Memphis—becoming the first solo performer to win the competition. \nToday\, Abe Reid continues to perform\, teach\, and share the music of the American South\, passing on knowledge learned from older musicians and decades on the road.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/patio-show-abe-reid/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T180000
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SUMMARY:Ordinary Elephant | Sundays by the River
DESCRIPTION:Mesmering folk duo Ordinary Elephant play an intimate Sunday afternoon concert by the French Broad River in Olivette. BYOB\, BYOC (chair) – Kids are free! \nFolk duo Ordinary Elephant has spent the better part of the last decade on a never-ending tour thats earned married couple Crystal and Pete Damore widespread critical acclaim and made fans of luminaries like Tom Paxton and Mary Gauthier. In 2017\, the pair took home the International Folk Music Award for Artist of the Year on the strength of their breakout album\, Before I Go\, and two years later\, they returned with the similarly lauded Honest\, which the Associated Press hailed as “one of the best Americana albums of the year.” \nThe band’s new stripped-down\, self-titled collection is the purest distillation of their sound yet\, showcasing the arresting power of the couple’s gorgeous harmonies and intricate fretwork. The songs are timeless\, rooted in rich\, character-driven storytelling\, and the performances are similarly transportive\, fueled by delicately intertwined banjo\, guitar\, and octave mandolin. Though the songs were born out of a period of deep uncertainty\, the record itself is a work of profound self-assurance\, one delivered by a duo whose personal and professional lives embody the limitless possibility of honest\, organic collaboration. Press play on Ordinary Elephant and you’ll hear more than just a husband and wife; you’ll hear the sound of sincerity and commitment\, of patience and gratitude\, of learning to let go of expectation and revel in the simple beauty of the moment.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/ordinary-elephant-sundays-by-the-river/
LOCATION:Olivette Riverside Pavilion\, 1069 Olivette Rd\, Asheville\, 28804
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chatt Hills Music":MAILTO:chatthillsmusic@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T163000
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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 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!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/weekly-sunday-scrabble-11/
LOCATION:Stephens Lee Recreation Center\, 30 George Washington Carver Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Martha Shanks":MAILTO:marthashanks2@charter.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T140000
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SUMMARY:Asheville Vaudeville Brunch
DESCRIPTION:– AGES 18+\n– SEATED SHOW \nAsheville Vaudeville – Asheville’s LARGEST vaudeville show featuring WNC’s best comedy\, juggling\, magic\, burlesque\, acrobatics\, aerial arts\, short plays\, puppetry\, sideshow\, music\, and more!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/asheville-vaudeville-brunch/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T230000
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SUMMARY:Hot & Horny Comedy: MTV Spring Break Edition
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy presents Hot & Horny Comedy Showcase \nCelebrate the hottest/ funniest time of the year with some of the horniest comics around! And what is sexier than a sense of humor? \nJokes\, stories and more about dating\, love\, lust and everything else. Singles\, couples\, throuples and all are welcome! Pop off that top and hop in the pool because we are getting silly \nages 21+\nDoors at 8:30pm\, Show at 9pm\nTickets $18
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/hot-horny-comedy-mtv-spring-break-edition/
LOCATION:The River Arts District Brewing Company\, 13 Mystery Street\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T200000
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SUMMARY:The Fruit of Hibernation: Spring Exhibition + Artist Reception
DESCRIPTION:Bottinelli Fine Art invites the public to The Fruit of Hibernation\, a spring exhibition and artist reception on Saturday\, April 25th from 5:30–8:00 PM.\nThis exhibition marks a re-hang of the gallery\, featuring new work developed over the winter by the gallery’s five resident working artists\, alongside a curated selection from three satellite artists.\nDuring a season of quiet studio time\, the artists have worked passionately and quietly. They are excited to share with you what came through over the winter months. See the results of sustained focus\, processing\, and time spent in hibernation.\nThe exhibition also introduces two new satellite artists\, Serkan Orhon and James Griffin\, expanding the gallery’s evolving roster and bringing new perspectives into the space.\nGuests are invited to meet the artists\, enjoy the inspired new work and take something home!\nLight bites and wine will be served.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-fruit-of-hibernation-spring-exhibition-artist-reception/
LOCATION:Bottinelli Fine Art\, 146 Roberts Street #106\, Asheville\, NC\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra Bottinelli":MAILTO:info@bottinellifineart.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T220000
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SUMMARY:{Re}HAPPENING 14
DESCRIPTION:Since 2010\, Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center (BMCM+AC) has hosted the {Re}HAPPENING inspired by John Cage’s 1952 Theatre Piece No. 1\, an unscripted performance at Black Mountain College considered by many to be the first Happening. The annual {Re}HAPPENING brings together dozens of contemporary artists whose work responds to and extends the legacy of Black Mountain College visionaries such as John Cage\, David Tudor\, Merce Cunningham\, Anni Albers\, M.C. Richards\, Ruth Asawa\, Buckminster Fuller\, Josef Albers\, and Robert Rauschenberg. \nThe 2026 {Re}HAPPENING will celebrate the event’s 14th anniversary. This year’s boundary-pushing projects will engage visitors deeply with the living legacy of Black Mountain College. From installations to participatory workshops\, the 2026 program is defined by radical experiments in movement\, sound\, and collective presence. \nThe {Re}HAPPENING is a one-day event at the historic campus of Black Mountain College\, 20 minutes from Asheville. It is part art event\, part fundraiser\, and part community instigator\, providing a platform for contemporary artists to share their responses to the vital legacy of Black Mountain College by activating the buildings and grounds of the BMC campus with installations\, new media\, music\, and performance projects. \nGeneral admission brings in hundreds of visitors annually. In addition to providing a forum for regional artists and an accessible\, immersive\, educational experience for attendees\, every year the event is a community collaboration between local businesses and arts organizations. \nAbout Black Mountain College:\nFounded in 1933\, Black Mountain College was one of the leading experimental liberal arts schools in America until its closure in 1957. After the Bauhaus in Germany closed due to mounting antagonism from the Nazi Party\, Josef and Anni Albers readily accepted an offer to join the Black Mountain College faculty. During their 16-year tenure in North Carolina\, the Alberses helped model the college’s interdisciplinary curriculum on that of the Bauhaus\, attracting an unmatched roster of teachers and students including R. Buckminster Fuller\, Elaine and Willem de Kooning\, John Cage\, Merce Cunningham\, Mary Caroline (M.C.) Richards\, Ruth Asawa\, and Robert Rauschenberg. \nThe Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center (BMCM+AC) was founded in 1993 to preserve the history of Black Mountain College as a forerunner in progressive interdisciplinary education and to celebrate its extraordinary impact on modern and contemporary art\, dance\, theater\, music\, and performance. \nThe Museum is committed to educating the public about the history of Black Mountain College and promoting awareness of its extensive legacy through exhibitions\, publications\, lectures\, films\, seminars\, and oral histories. Through our permanent collection\, special exhibitions\, publications\, and research archive\, we provide access to historical materials related to the College and its influence on the field. \nBMCM+AC provides a forum for multifaceted programming in a dynamic environment in downtown Asheville\, North Carolina. Our goal is to provide a gathering point for people from a variety of backgrounds to interact – integrating art\, ideas\, and discourse. \nGeneral Information:\n{Re}HAPPENING 14 will take place April 25th\, 2026 from 3-10pm\nTICKETS:\n$30 Advance Adult Admission (ends at noon on 4/24)\n$37 Regular Adult Admission\n$15 for Youth 10-17 + Students w/ID\n(Children under 10 free with ticket-holding adult)\nPARKING:\n$15 – Parking Pass\nThe $15 parking pass charge covers one vehicle to park on-site at the grounds. We highly encourage visitors to carpool whenever possible. Parking on the grounds is limited.\nPurchase tickets online at https://www.blackmountaincollege.org/rehappening
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/rehappening-14/
LOCATION:Camp Rockmont – Lake Eden\, 375 Lake Eden Road\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711
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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:20260425T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T180000
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SUMMARY:Asheville Farmstead Schools 10 year Celebration and Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate a decade of outdoor learning and help us plant the seeds for the next 10 years! Your sponsorship supports campus improvements\, outdoor classrooms\, family gear access\, and hands-on learning materials—all while keeping tuition focused on paying our dedicated educators.  We will have kid activities\, vendors\, food and beverages\, a silent auction\, Farmstead merchandise and have our 25 acre campus open for exploration and play! \nThanks to generous community members and business leaders like YOU\, Asheville Farmstead School has been able to sustain and grow for the past ten years—through natural disasters\, a pandemic\, and the ongoing work of building out our campus. Because of your support\, children in our community have been able to spend their earliest years immersed in nature\, sparking curiosity\, building resilience\, and learning in ways that will last a lifetime. \nBut here’s the challenge: as a nonprofit\, our revenue comes almost entirely from tuition. We are committed to keeping tuition rates affordable for families while also paying our educators fairly as a progressive employer. At the same time\, we are responsible for managing 25 acres of land and maintaining an outdoor learning campus that fosters exploration and play. This balance makes it difficult to provide the additional support that makes our programs thrive.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/asheville-farmstead-schools-10-year-celebration-and-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Asheville Farmstead School\, 218 Morgan Cove Road\, Candler\, 28715
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Farmstead School":MAILTO:lauren
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
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SUMMARY:FREE Ross Farm Spring Fling Plant Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Spring Festival of the season!!! Local craft fair\, HIGHLAND Cows and ALL the plant shopping you could ever want!⬇️\nRoss Farm and Appalachian Standard’s 5th Annual Spring Fling Plant Festival is happening Saturday\, April 25th\, 12-4 p.m! ⬇️\nHere’s what’s in store…\n🌸22 greenhouses filled with a spectacular variety of plants for every gardening enthusiast\n🌸An impressive selection of mixed patio planters\, hanging baskets\, perennials\, indoor houseplants\, shrubs\, plant starts\, & more\n🌸The festival features much more than just plants!\n🌸 Highland Cows\n🌸 Delicious food options from\n🌸Craft fair featuring local artisan jewelry\, home goods\, & more\n🌸Kid-friendly activities\n🌸Appalachian Standard will have their hemp/CBD products available\n🚗With attendance typically reaching 600-900 visitors\, carpooling is strongly encouraged to help with parking availability.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/free-ross-farm-spring-fling-plant-festival/
LOCATION:Ross Farm (Formerly Jack Young Greenhouse)\, 91 Holbrook Road\, Candler\, 28715
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ross Farm":MAILTO:heather@ross.farm
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T060959
CREATED:20260411T153801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T185545Z
UID:91267-1777118400-1777129200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Improv Workshop: Make It Real
DESCRIPTION:A deep dive into spacework to make your physical choices feel more realistic and immersive. This workshop goes beyond learning how to mimic objects—you’ll explore how to actively relate to your environment\, letting spacework inform your emotions\, choices\, and point of view. Just as you build connection with your scene partners\, you’ll learn to build a dynamic relationship with the world you’re creating\, using spacework not as a separate skill\, but as a tool that elevates and supports every aspect of your improv. \nWorkshop dates & times: \nSaturday\, April 25th | 12 – 3 pm \nTaught by Nora Tramm\, local Asheville improviser and performer with Saturday Manitee\, Brown Tramm Experiment\, 5 HOEs\, Men’s Warehouse\, What’s in the Box?\, and Adesto Theatre. \nThis workshop will operate on a sliding scale. Select the price that works for your budget\, or get in touch with our team via email if you would like a free or discounted spot. (Email us: hello@joyrideimprov.com)
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/improv-workshop-make-it-real/
LOCATION:Be Be Theatre\, 20 Commerce Street\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joyride Improv":MAILTO:hello@joyrideimprov.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T060959
CREATED:20260325T155637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T182847Z
UID:90800-1777114800-1777132800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:FiberFestival
DESCRIPTION:FiberFestival: A Fibershed Heritage Event & Artisan Market \nJoin Local Cloth and Hickory Nut Gap Farm for FiberFestival\, a celebration of Western North Carolina’s vibrant fiber community. This one-day event brings together fiber farmers and artists to showcase the full lifecycle of fiber — from pasture to finished product. \nBrowse handmade goods from local vendors\, enjoy live demonstrations\, music\, and delicious food\, and take part in a special Earth Day-inspired activity — all set on the beautiful grounds of Hickory Nut Gap Farm. A bar featuring local alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages will also be available. \n📅 Saturday\, April 25\, 2026\n🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM\n📍 Hickory Nut Gap Farm | 57 Sugar Hollow Road\, Fairview\, NC \nFamily-friendly and open to the public.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/fiberfestival/
LOCATION:Hickory Nut Gap Farm\, 57 Sugar Hollow Rd\, Fairview\, 28730
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T060959
CREATED:20260325T084914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T104731Z
UID:90791-1777111200-1777222800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Weaverville Art Safari
DESCRIPTION:The Spring Weaverville Art Safari will take place April 25 and 26 2026.  Widely recognized for the quality of the artistry work\, Art Safari also gives guests the unique opportunity to meander through this beautiful area. You’ll enjoy meeting our 72 artists at 35 studios. The Weaverville Art Safari is a favorite of both locals and visitors; drawing thousands of art lovers to our area each year!  Visit our Website for more information and our  tour map :  \nAbout the Safari
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/weaverville-art-safari-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061001
CREATED:20260312T162253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T112420Z
UID:89901-1777111200-1777129200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:"FROM THE MINDS OF THE MASTERS" EDGAR DEGAS PASTEL ONE DAY WORKSHOP WITH ANNE STRUTZ
DESCRIPTION:Spend a creative day exploring pastel techniques inspired by Edgar Degas with artist Anne Strutz\, PSA\, IAPS-MC. We will begin with a brief look at Degas’ life and works\, learning about key Impressionist techniques such as capturing light\, movement\, and expressive color\, and his use of composition in his paintings. You will then use Degas work as inspiration to create a painting in the pastel medium\, learning about the beautiful diversity of the pastel medium\, how to make marks\, blend\, and layer. If you are new to pastel or looking to loosen up your style\, you will find something to learn in their class!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/from-the-minds-of-the-masters-edgar-degas-pastel-one-day-workshop-with-anne-strutz/
LOCATION:Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio\, 51 West Main Street\, Brevard\, NC\, 28712\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lucy Clark Gallery &amp%3B Studio":MAILTO:Lucy@lucyclarkgallery.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T113000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061001
CREATED:20260327T191647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T000719Z
UID:90847-1777111200-1777116600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Look Homeward\, Angel: A Downtown Walking Tour Through Thomas Wolfe’s Eyes
DESCRIPTION:Step into Spring and the world of Thomas Wolfe with this guided walking tour through downtown Asheville- Wolfe’s hometown and the vivid backdrop for his (in)famous novel Look Homeward\, Angel. \nThe special tour begins at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial on the front porch of the Historic Old Kentucky Home Boardinghouse where Wolfe spent his childhood. From there\, participants will stroll through downtown exploring sites connected to Wolfe’s life. \nThroughout the walk\, our guide will share excerpts from Wolfe’s writings\, anecdotes about his life\, and insights into early 20th century Asheville. Roughly 90 minutes\, the tour will finish at the First Presbyterian Church\, where our guide will be happy to chat and answer questions with anyone who wants to learn more! \nTHIS EVENT HAS A CAPACITY LIMIT\, and tickets must be purchased ahead of time here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/look-homeward-asheville-a-downtown-walking-tour-through-thomas-wolfes-eyes-2 \nTickets are $10 per person. Please arrive 15-20 minutes early to check-in. \nWe hope you’ll join us
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/look-homeward-angel-a-downtown-walking-tour-through-thomas-wolfes-eyes-2/
LOCATION:Thomas Wolfe Memorial\, 52 N. Market Street\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thomas Wolfe Memorial State Historic Site":MAILTO:grant.holmstrom@dncr.nc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061001
CREATED:20260120T215417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T174343Z
UID:87575-1777104000-1777111200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:She Slays 5k
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to rise up at the 3rd Annual She Slays 5K\, happening Saturday\, April 25\, 2026\, in partnership with Pardee Hospital Foundation’s Women Helping Women and Hunter Subaru! \nThis empowering event celebrates the strength\, courage\, and unstoppable spirit of women—encouraging each of us to take charge of our health and lift one another up. Every step you take supports local women in Hendersonville fighting cancer. \nWhether you run\, walk\, or dance your way across the finish line\, you’ll be part of something bigger—women helping women\, slaying together\, and making a real difference. \nEveryone is welcome to join the movement!
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/she-slays-5k-3/
LOCATION:Pardee Cancer Center\, 805 6th Avenue West\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28739\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="iDaph Events":MAILTO:support@idaph.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T220000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061001
CREATED:20260415T235251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T133310Z
UID:91387-1777060800-1777068000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Martin Sexton: Live Wide Open Tour 2026
DESCRIPTION:ALL AGES PARTIALLY SEATED SHOW (guaranteed seating AND standing room only tickets are available at checkout) MARTIN SEXTON Martin Sexton tours in support the 25th anniversary of Live Wide Open – the critically-acclaimed double vinyl live album. The show will include these fan-favorites as well as some new material and surprise covers. “The real thing\, people” —Billboard “Soul-marinated voice” —Rolling Stone “Mr. Sexton as an impassioned performer can bring women and men to tears when they see him live” —Wall Street Journal “The best live performer I’ve ever seen.” —John Mayer “Master of dynamics\, reducing a room to silence with his blustering baritone\, then teasing that silence with a fluttering falsetto.” —Acoustic Guitar
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/martin-sexton-live-wide-open-tour-2026/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061001
CREATED:20250902T194856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T230610Z
UID:83306-1777059000-1777064400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Etienne Charles: “Earth Tones”
DESCRIPTION:“Earth Tones” is presented in partnership with the Pathways to Resilience QEP\, a five-year climate literacy initiative at App State. \nTrinidadian trumpeter and composer Etienne Charles has dedicated his recent works to highlighting the voices of marginalized peoples in the Americas. He broadens his scope with his latest composition\, Earth Tones\, a multimedia jazz performance featuring original compositions that draw attention to people and regions that are\, or soon will be\, severely affected by climate change. The performance invites us into a sensory journey that includes sounds\, stories\, and musical idioms from at-risk coastal communities\, with images and short films of disappearing mangrove swamps\, coral reefs\, oyster beds\, seagrass\, sand dunes\, and mud volcanoes. Featuring musicians from the very communities most at risk\, the performance balances blunt reality\, eternal optimism\, and surrealism\, ultimately offering an exhortation to address climate change’s impact on our future.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/etienne-charles-earth-tones/
LOCATION:The Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Riverside Dr.\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Appalachian Arts":MAILTO:clarkmh1@appstate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T153000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061001
CREATED:20260407T210248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T123118Z
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SUMMARY:Mixed Metal Mountain Bracelet
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Ignite Jewelry Studios in downtown Asheville for a hands-on brass and silver bracelet workshop. You’ll choose your design\, then solder (yep with a torch)\, sand\, polish\, and more. By the end\, you’ll leave feeling rather accomplished\, having created your own piece using traditional metalsmithing tools and techniques—all guided by a skilled instructor. \nThis is a great couples activity\, unique bachelorette experience\, team building event\, or solo excursion in downtown AVL. \n*Workshop takes 2.5 hours +/- \n**Ages 12-14 A parent/guardian must sign safety waiver and also take the workshop \n***Ages 15-17 must have a parent or guardian sign the safety waiver \n$185/person \nThis is a Weekly Recurring Event runs from Apr 24\, 2026 to May 29\, 2026 and happens every:\nFridays:	1:00pm – 3:30pm
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/mixed-metal-mountain-bracelet-3/
LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 191 Lyman Street\, Suite #262\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Jewelry Studios":MAILTO:info@ignitejewelrystudios.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061001
CREATED:20260115T174957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T001019Z
UID:87397-1777026600-1777032000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:An Artful Journey: Raphael's Sublime Poetry and Caravaggio's Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Poetry and Revolution: Raphael\, Caravaggio\, and the Art That Changed Everything \nTwo artists. Two radically different visions. One unforgettable legacy. This session brings together the serene beauty of Raphael and the dramatic intensity of Caravaggio in a dynamic exploration of artistic genius cut tragically short. Drawing from Raphael: Sublime Poetry at The Met and Caravaggio: Revolution at the Mint Museum in Charlotte\, we’ll examine their opposing styles\, personalities\, and creative philosophies—and how each reshaped the future of Western art before the age of forty. Expect beauty\, tension\, and a deeper understanding of how art evolves through contrast. \nFriday\, April 24th\, 10:30 – 12:00\nBlack Mountain Center for the Arts\n$25 (All Refreshments Included)
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/an-artful-journey-raphaels-sublime-poetry-and-caravaggios-revolution/
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:20260423T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T220000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061001
CREATED:20250829T192323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T004257Z
UID:83162-1776974400-1776981600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Robert Dubac’s THE MALE INTELLECT: AN OXYMORON?
DESCRIPTION:Thur & Fri\, Apr 23 & 24 • 8 pm\nSat\, Apr 25 • 3 pm & 8 pm \nOn a quest to answer the age-old question\, “What do women want?” Robert Dubac morphs into five hysterical boneheads\, each offering sidesplitting advice on bridging the gender gap—all while drinking a beer. The New York Times calls it “Hilarious … a one man tour de force!” It’s the funniest hour you’ll spend with one man.  \n“Humor rules THE MALE INTELLECT!” —Chicago Tribune \nSpotlight on Robert Dubac’s THE MALE INTELLECT: AN OXYMORON?: \nThis show received ★ ★ ★ ★ from both the Toronto Star and Denver Post\nHas been translated into dozens of languages and performed from the Eiffel Tower to the American Heartland\nA Wortham favorite\, this follows Dubac’s acclaimed shows The Book of Moron and Stand-up Jesus\nDubac was chosen to study with a select group of actors under the personal tutelage of the late great Sanford Meisner\n2025/26 member presale demand was so overwhelming\, Wortham Center added an extra performance
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/robert-dubacs-the-male-intellect-an-oxymoron/
LOCATION:Diana Wortham Theatre\, 2 S. Pack Square\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061001
CREATED:20250821T231503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T233426Z
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SUMMARY:Brahms Among Friends
DESCRIPTION:Cellist and Senior Director of Artistic Planning Nicholas Tzavaras leads an intimate journey into the world of Johannes Brahms\, illuminating the friendships and musical relationships that shaped some of the composer’s most expressive chamber works. Joined by violinist and BMC President Jason Posnock\, along with members of the Brevard Music Center family\, Tzavaras weaves together performance and storytelling to reveal the emotional depth and lyrical beauty at the heart of Brahms’s music.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/brahms-among-friends/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061001
CREATED:20260415T004855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T105221Z
UID:91347-1776970800-1776978000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:2026 Paddling Film Festival World Tour benefiting MountainTrue
DESCRIPTION:ALL AGES\nSEATED (FIRST COME FIRST SERVE) W/ ADDITIONAL STANDING ROOM\nDISCOUNTED TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR CHILDREN UNDER 12\nPROCEEDS TO BENEFIT MOUNTAINTRUE \nMountainTrue. \nWhat better way to celebrate than by watching the best paddling films and being in community with other clean water supporters?! You’ll be inspired to explore rivers\, lakes\, and oceans\, push extremes\, embrace the paddling lifestyle\, and appreciate the wild places. \nDoors to the Grey Eagle will open at 6 PM\, and the show will begin at 7. Seats are general admission so come early to snag a good seat and grab some food from the Grey Eagle Taqueria. (If you require subtitles for any reason we highly encourage you to come early to get front seating.) \nTickets are being sold by The Grey Eagle and are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Kids under the age of 12 are $5. (*Venue convenience fees not included in ticket pricing). \nWe’ll have several short films before an intermission\, which will feature a short presentation about the work of MountainTrue’s French Broad Riverkeeper Program and a RAFFLE featuring a kayak from feelfree kayaks. What are you waiting for? Grab a raffle ticket now! \nCheck back soon for the film line-up! \nThis event would not be possible without the support of our generous sponsors: \nPresenting Sponsor: Caley Bowman and Mosaic Realty \nSupporting Sponsors: Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC)\, Second Gear \nRAFFLE:\nThere will be a raffle announce at this event\, there are two raffle packages featuring a variety of outdoor swag. Please follow this link to enter!\nhttps://secure.everyaction.com/Ip8on2Y6T0yOcOEv1AR3DQ2
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/2026-paddling-film-festival-world-tour-benefiting-mountaintrue/
LOCATION:The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub\, 185 Clingman Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061001
CREATED:20260320T064412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T112603Z
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SUMMARY:Antidote Comedy featuring Aaron Naylor
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday Modelface Comedy brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have local favorite Aaron Naylor on the rooftop at Antidote! \nAaron Naylor is a stand-up comedian known for his one-liners about whales and his mom. In 2013\, he performed at his first open mic at Laff’s Comedy Caffe after moving to Tucson\, because he felt like it. \nShortly after\, he moved back home to Kansas City and won the 2014 Local Comic Standing competition. He quickly became a Midwest favorite\, placing 2nd in the 2016 Cleveland Comedy Festival\, winning the 2017 Funniest Person in Wichita\, and was featured on season 8 of Comcast’s Trial by Laughter. \nAaron has performed at some of the best comedy festivals in the country\, including San Francisco Sketchfest\, Limestone\, Asheville\, and 10\,000 Laughs. He has also shared the stage with cool comedians like Todd Barry\, Sam Tallent\, and Ron Funches. His comedy has been featured on Dry Bar\, Comcast\, Comedy Juice\, and the whole entire internet. \nIn 2021\, Aaron was named the Funniest Person in Kansas City by KC Magazine\, while also co-founding the Fountain City Comedy Festival. In 2023\, he released a book called “Things I Wrote” to acclaim\, he thinks\, and shot his first comedy special “Born Illiterate” with Four by Three Productions. in 2024\, his dry bar special “those were the days” was released to acclaim and a billion views\, he bets. He tours across the country regularly\, so if you’ve got some hugs\, please give him a few. \ndoors at 6:30pm\, show at 7pm\nTickets $15
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/antidote-comedy-featuring-aaron-naylor-2/
LOCATION:antidote\, 151 Coxe Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 27106\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061001
CREATED:20260411T152216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T185534Z
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SUMMARY:FREE Longform Improv Jam
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE night of improv games and longform montages. Improvisers of all skill levels welcome! \nWhat to expect at the Joyride Longform Improv Jam:\n– Lots of stage/play time in a welcoming environment\n– Meet and play with new people at varying skill levels\n– Fun warmups that get us in the longform mindset\n– Montages and montages and montages \nQuestions? Reach out to us at hello@joyrideimprov.com
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/free-longform-improv-jam/
LOCATION:Enka/Candler Library\, 1404 Sand Hill Rd\, Candler\, 28715
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joyride Improv":MAILTO:hello@joyrideimprov.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061001
CREATED:20260220T213401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260222T133749Z
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SUMMARY:Birds of a Feather at Arrowhead Gallery & Studios
DESCRIPTION:This class is back by popular demand! \n In this class\, we will be creating a pair of bird garden stakes. One bird is 8 inches by 4 inches\, the other is 6 inches by 4 inches. There will be a variety of colors to choose from. We will be assembling the birds and decorating them with glass enamel paint. \nThis class is for beginners and intermediates. It will give you an overview of the tac fusing process and how to work with glass enamel paint. There will be little glass cutting involved\, as most of the glass will be pre-cut. We will go over the directions for assembling the stakes\, and after you pick up your fused birds\, they should be good to go. The stakes will be approximately 18 inches tall. They make a great and colorful addition to your garden\, window box\, or planter-also\, a great gift for family or friends. \n-Materials (included): pre-cut glass\, enamel paints\, tools needed\, firing\, stakes\, and assembly.\n*Main Classroom
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/birds-of-a-feather-at-arrowhead-gallery-studios/
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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