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SUMMARY:Tempus Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join ACS’s select vocal ensemble\, Tempus\, as we present Voices in Amber Light\, featuring uplifting and thrilling music ranging from the late Renaissance through experimental contemporary composers.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/tempus-concert-2/
LOCATION:St. Mark’s Lutheran Church\, 10 N Liberty St\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Choral Society":MAILTO:info@ashevillechoralsociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T110000
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SUMMARY:SPRING STUDIO SALE
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a MAJOR SALE Saturday\, March 28th from 11-2\nHelp us make room for spring with a clearance sale\nUP TO 75% OFF\nRUGS\, PILLOWS\, POTTERY\, BASKETS\,\nCLOTHING & ACCESSORIES \n115 Elk Mountain Rd\nLoom Imports\, Maadili Collective\, Lucca Collective & Sure\, Please
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/spring-studio-sale/
LOCATION:SHARED LANGUAGE STUDIOS 115 Elk Mountain Road\, Woodfin\, NC 28804\, 115 Elk Mountain Rd\, Suite A\, Asheville\, NC\, 28804\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="LOOM Imports":MAILTO:info@loomimports.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T163000
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SUMMARY:Green River\, Green Love & Good Luck: Hemlock Treatment Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:Are you in need of a bit of (belated) luck on this St. Patrick’s Day? Join Hemlock Restoration Initiative in the Green River Game Land near Saluda\, NC for a Hemlock Treatment Volunteer Workday on Saturday\, March 28th\, from 9:30-4:30.  \nWe have tried to make this an annual tradition\, and now the Green needs our help more than ever. Hemlock trees are an essential and irreplaceable part of western North Carolina’s forests\, but for over 20 years\, they’ve been under threat from the hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA)—an invasive insect that can kill hemlocks in our region in as little as four years. \nHelp us protect hemlocks from HWA in the Green River Cove Road area! Volunteers will be moving through the forest off-trail applying insecticide to individual hemlocks for HWA control. Our workday site will have flatter terrain and a mostly dry river crossing; waterproof boots are recommended\, but not required. \nPlease note\, volunteers will be working with insecticide. Every volunteer will be paired with a trained HRI team member who will provide instruction and guidance.  \nRegistration is required. To register\, visit the event page on our website and fill out the form at the bottom of the page by Thursday night\, March 26th. More details about the meeting location and what to bring will be provided after registration. Reach out to us at (828) 252-4783 with any questions. \nNote: Since we will be working with insecticide\, children under 18 and pets are not permitted at this event.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/green-river-green-love-good-luck-hemlock-treatment-volunteer-workday-2/
LOCATION:Lower Green River\, 7PV8+XQ\, Saluda\, 28773
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hemlock Restoration Initiative":MAILTO:info@savehemlocksnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T220000
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SUMMARY:BOOTS -N- BLUES
DESCRIPTION:Boots & Blues unites two legends of the Blues with a powerhouse voice from Country music’s new generation for one unforgettable weekend of rhythm\, soul\, and southern grace. Mac Arnold is a living link to the golden age of Chicago blues. His first band featured James Brown on piano\, and his bass grooves powered Muddy Waters\, John Lee Hooker\, and B.B. King. He’s joined by Texas Blues icon Anson Funderburgh\, alongside Outlaw Country Artist of the Year Blake Ellege. Together\, they remind us why the Blues and Country endure. Three icons\, two genres\, one unforgettable concert.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/boots-n-blues/
LOCATION:Flat Rock Playhouse\,  2661 Greenville Highway\, Flat Rock\, NC\, 28731\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
CREATED:20260309T175333Z
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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-5/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
CREATED:20260318T063629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T104206Z
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SUMMARY:Crisp Comedy Live in Leicester featuring Amanda Neal
DESCRIPTION:Crisp Comedy takes place once a month in Leicester\, NC at Noble Cider! A fresh batch of comics each month so no two shows are the same! This month we have local favorite Amanda Neal from Greenville\, SC! \nAmanda Neal is a beloved comedian from Greenville\, SC. Known for big smile and even bigger laughs\, Amanda’s been a life long fan of comedy. Wanting to entertain the masses with her thoughts after a near death experience\, she took to the stage 4 years ago and hasn’t stopped since. \nFamously\, she runs the Squeezebox Comedy Jam show alongside @quasiquasar.spacefunk every first Wednesday. \nA fresh blend of wit\, smiley charm\, and loads of fun facts\, Amanda’s style of comedy with leave you with a positive outlook on life.\nFollow her at @batmanda_n \nages 18+\nShow is free with a suggested donation of $12
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/crisp-comedy-live-in-leicester-featuring-amanda-neal/
LOCATION:Noble Cidery and Taproom\, 356 New Leicester Highway\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T190000
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SUMMARY:Roll of the Dice Comedy at Ginger's Revenge
DESCRIPTION:Every weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have an extra silly show! \nRoll of the Dice is a comedy show of chance. Each comedian will roll a 20 sided die and whatever number it lands on is how much stage time they receive! One minute laughs to 20min sets\, anything can happen!!! \nages 18+\ndoors at 6:30pm\, show at 7pm \nTickets $18 GA\, $23 premium seating
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/roll-of-the-dice-comedy-at-gingers-revenge-2/
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:20260327T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
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SUMMARY:Crisp Comedy Live in Leicester featuring Travis Stevenson
DESCRIPTION:Crisp Comedy takes place once a month in Leicester\, NC at Noble Cider and hosted by Leicester’s own Clay Jones! A fresh batch of comics each month so no two shows are the same! This months headliner is Travis Stevenson!!! \nTravis Stevenson is a fast-rising comedian from Tennessee. He’s known for his high-energy storytelling and sharp Appalachian perspective. A multi-“Best of Fest” winner\, he’s toured nationally\, and built millions of online views with his viral stand-up clips. \nages 18+ \nShow is free with a suggested donation of $12
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/crisp-comedy-live-in-leicester-featuring-travis-stevenson/
LOCATION:Noble Cidery and Taproom\, 356 New Leicester Highway\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
CREATED:20260311T213727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T215421Z
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SUMMARY:Tempus Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join ACS’s select vocal ensemble\, Tempus\, as we present Voices in Amber Light\, featuring uplifting and thrilling music ranging from the late Renaissance through experimental contemporary composers.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/tempus-concert/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Presbyterian Church\, 117 Montreat Road\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Choral Society":MAILTO:info@ashevillechoralsociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T200000
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CREATED:20260203T155121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T115303Z
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SUMMARY:Chamber Music Performance: Room 1078
DESCRIPTION:Room 1078’s mission is to support the 21st-century evolution of performance as classical musicians\, using innovative takes on contemporary repertoire\, improvisation\, and folk music to break down barriers between musicians and audience members. For them\, the process is as much about connecting with audience members as with each other\, and they are constantly exploring ways to engage listeners with passion\, energy\, and precision cultivated in live performance.  \nFounded at the University of Michigan in 2015\, Room 1078 began its journey with the desire to promote the music of student composers. Its debut album\, By the Skin of Our Teeth\, was released in 2017 and comprises music composed entirely by UM alumnus Nathan Thatcher. The quartet has since incorporated its love of improvisation\, experimentation\, and folk music to craft intimate\, electrifying sets for audiences across the US. Over the past 10 years\, they’ve brought electronics\, contemporary classical works\, standard repertoire\, folk music\, and their own compositions to the Ann Arbor Summer Festival\, the YInMn Project\, the Fivesparks Music Festival\, Ann Arbor’s Third Place Concert Series\, and a range of venues from construction zones and meaderies to living rooms and concert halls. Their 2025 season brought them to the University of Iowa Writers’ Workshop and the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Chamber Music @ AEIVA series\, where they shared space with writers\, composers\, and visual artists.  \nThis is a 50-minute performance.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/chamber-music-performance-room-1078/
LOCATION:Mars Landing Arts Center\, 37 Library Street\, Mars Hill\, 28754
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mars Landing Arts Center":MAILTO:marslandinggalleries@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T220000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
CREATED:20260305T210901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T104610Z
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SUMMARY:AyurPrana Listening Room Presents: Wendy Eisenberg with Sally Anne Morgan
DESCRIPTION:APLR Presents: Wendy Eisenberg \nwith Sally Anne Morgan \nFriday\, March 27th\, 2026 \nDoors 6PM || Show 7PM \nWendy Eisenberg \nWendy Eisenberg has spent the past decade as a fixture of independent music and an artist of inspired multiplicity. As a singer-songwriter\, improviser\, and virtuoso guitarist\, the coordinates of their artistry are ever-shifting\, from art-rock to jazz to blistering free improv and eloquent folk. On catalog highlights including 2020’s ‘Auto’ and the 2024 free-jazz sprawler ‘Viewfinder’\, they’ve made a signature of ambition. \nAs Eisenberg told fellow guitarist Nick Millevoi in an interview for Premier Guitar in 2021\, “I need to be in a punk band at the same time as I need to be playing free improv at the same time as I need to be playing songs. All at the same time—otherwise none of the practices will work for me.” Their musical range isn’t a glib manifestation of eclecticism\, but a genuine artistic essence
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/ayurprana-listening-room-presents-wendy-eisenberg-with-sally-anne-morgan/
LOCATION:AyurPrana Listening Room\, 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806
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ORGANIZER;CN="AyurPrana":MAILTO:david@liveayurprana.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
CREATED:20260205T210649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T180932Z
UID:88345-1774634400-1774638000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Breath Medicine: Breathwork in the Salt Cave
DESCRIPTION:Join The Breath Nurse for Breath Medicine: a restorative RESET Breathwork experience held within the calming\, mineral-rich environment of the salt cave. This session is designed to boost energy\, relieve stress\, and support overall health and well-being. Inside the cave\, the therapeutic properties of halotherapy blend with conscious connected breathwork\, gentle guided meditation\, simple visualization\, and music for a full-body reset to leave you feeling relaxed\, recharged\, and renewed. With each intentional breath\, the body calms\, the mind clears\, and your energy begins to shift. You’ll leave with a deeper sense of peace and wellness. All levels are welcome. Must be 18+ and in good health. Not recommended during pregnancy\, recent postpartum\, or for unmanaged medical conditions.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/breath-medicine-breathwork-in-the-salt-cave/
LOCATION:Asheville Salt Cave\, 12 Eagle St.\, Asheville\, North Carolina\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Salt Cave":MAILTO:info@ashevillesaltcave.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
CREATED:20260303T155405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T115803Z
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SUMMARY:Open Hearts Annual Talent Show: “Life’s A Beach”
DESCRIPTION:Open Hearts Art Center invites the community to its annual Talent Show\, “Life’s a Beach\,”  on Friday\, March 27\, 2026\, from 5:00 PM to 8pm PM at The Event Center at Highland Brewing\, located at 12 Old Charlotte Highway in Asheville. \n🕓 Doors open at 4:00 PM\n 🌊 Show starts promptly at 5:00 PM \nStep into a joyful\, inclusive celebration as our performers bring coastal vibes to the stage through music\, dance\, and visual performance. Perfect for families and friends\, this uplifting evening is packed with fun\, energy\, and heart. \n🌭 Food trucks will be available outside the venue. Stop by Bigfoot Long’s to try their special Open Hearts beach-themed hotdog. Please note: no outside food is allowed inside the venue. \n🎟 Tickets are on sale now and expected to sell out! Please visit www.openheartsartcenter.org/events to buy yours today!  \n☀️ Raffle: We’re excited to share what’s in the raffle this year! It’s a GOOD one and includes a variety of amazing items/experiences from:Stillpoint Wellness\, Foggy Mountain Brew Pub\, The Med Scratch Diner\, Wheelhouse\, Asheville Pizza & Brewing Co.\, Asheville Yards\, My Body Of Art\, Solita Designs\, Breakout Asheville\, Strada \n☀️ ️ HUGE THANK YOU to our generous sponsors and donors: Pitts\, Hay & Hugenschmidt Law Firm; Randy & Donna Weast; Don & Frani Olson; Stillpoint Wellness; Highland Brewing; Mellow Mushroom Asheville; and Pie.Zaa. \nTo stay the most up-to-date on all things Open Hearts/ Talent Show\, please follow up on Instagram and Facebook at @openheartsartcenter  \nWE CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU ALL THERE! ⛱️
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/open-hearts-annual-talent-show-lifes-a-beach/
LOCATION:Highland Brewing Company\,  12 Old Charlotte Hwy\, \, Asheville\, 28803
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ORGANIZER;CN="Open Hearts Art Center":MAILTO:info@openheartsartcenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T155500
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
CREATED:20260220T220231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260222T133735Z
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SUMMARY:Mixed Metal Mountain Bracelet with Workshops/Classes/Appointments
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Ignite Jewelry Studios for a hands-on brass and silver bracelet workshop. You’ll choose your design\, then solder\, sand\, polish\, and more. By the end\, you’ll leave feeling accomplished\, having created your own piece using traditional metalsmithing tools and techniques—all guided by a skilled instructor. \nHappens on the following Dates:\nMar 27\, 2026\, 1:00pm to 3:55pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nApr 3\, 2026\, 1:00pm to 3:55pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nApr 17\, 2026\, 1:00pm to 3:55pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nJun 2\, 2026\, 1:00pm to 3:55pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/mixed-metal-mountain-bracelet-with-workshops-classes-appointments/
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:20260327T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
CREATED:20260115T172459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T001009Z
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SUMMARY:An Artful Journey: The Honest Eye - Camille Pissaro's Impressionism
DESCRIPTION:Seeing Impressionism Clearly: Camille Pissarro and The Honest Eye \nStep into the origins of Impressionism through the work of Camille Pissarro—often called the first Impressionist. Born in St. Thomas to French Jewish parents and shaped by experiences across South America and Paris\, Pissarro brought a uniquely global and human perspective to modern painting. On this Artful Journey to the Denver Art Museum\, we’ll explore how his background informed his luminous landscapes\, intimate city scenes\, still lifes\, and portrayals of everyday life\, revealing Impressionism not as a fleeting style\, but as a deeply thoughtful way of seeing the world. \nFriday\, March 27th\, 10:30 – 12:00\nBlack Mountain Center for the Arts\n$25 (All Refreshments Included)
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/an-artful-journey-the-honest-eye-camille-pissaros-impressionism/
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:20260326T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
CREATED:20260223T192428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T120113Z
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SUMMARY:Slice Spring Standup Comedy Contest
DESCRIPTION:The Slice of Life Comedy Asheville Spring  Standup Contest 🌼 \nThursday March 26\, 7:30p-9:30p\, doors at 6:30p\nThe Orange Peel’s Comedy Basement\, Pulp Lounge\n103 Hilliard Ave\, Downtown Asheville\nTickets: $18 (available at door or The Orange Peel website)\nThese shows sellout!\nHosted by Alex Parsons\nCocktails available while you laugh the night away to some of the area’s best Stand Up Comics in a ridiculously fun adult environment!!\nFree snacks while availability lasts! You may bring your own food in (no outside drinks)!\nHow it Works:\nAudience votes thru ballots throughout the night. Comics on the show will do 3-5m of standup comedy. This show’s 3 top comics will be paid & brought back to compete in our pageant finale\, date TBA.\nGo to SliceofLifeComedy.com for more contest information. Contact Michele with any questions\, or to sign up to perform at sliceoflifecomedy@gmail.com \nThe Slice of Life Comedy Asheville Spring Standup Contest
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/slice-spring-standup-comedy-contest/
LOCATION:PULP Under The Orange Peel\, 103 Hilliard Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Slice of Life Comedy":MAILTO:Sliceoflifecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
CREATED:20260225T120038Z
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SUMMARY:The Struggle Against Solitary Confinement: A Nielsen Event
DESCRIPTION:Three panelists will discuss the struggle against solitary confinement. Jules Lobel\, the lead attorney on the Pelican Bay case (once the largest solitary confinement facility in the country); Jack Morris\, one of his clients\, who was in solitary for 40 years; and Dolores Canalas\, long time activist against solitary confinement. \nVisitors from off campus should park in the Admissions parking lot located just beyond Orr Cottage\, located at 114 Lower College Rd\, Swannanoa\, NC. For google maps directions\, you can use this dropped pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4EqWwmK51EtHn5uq8
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-struggle-against-solitary-confinement-a-nielsen-event/
LOCATION:Canon Lounge in Gladfelter Student Center\, 114 Upper College Rd\, Swannanoa\, NC\, 28778\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
CREATED:20260326T142908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T182810Z
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SUMMARY:Bryan E. Robinson launches She'll Be KILLING 'Round the Mountain\, with Linda-Marie Barrett
DESCRIPTION:Join us in-store or live online when local author Bryan E. Robinson launches his new mystery\, She’ll Be KILLING ‘Round the Mountain\, in conversation with Linda-Marie Barrett. \nThe event is free\, but registration is required to reserve your seat.  \nClick HERE to register for the IN-STORE event.\nClick HERE to register for the VIRTUAL event. \nShe’ll Be KILLING ‘Round the Mountain\nA high-speed shootout and a series of unexplained murders greet Dr. Einstein Brad Pope and his fiancé upon their arrival for their wedding in Asheville\, NC. The 35-year-old psychologist soon realizes he’s ensnared in a dangerous web of deep-woods survivalists\, calling themselves the United Survivalist Army (The Real U.S.A.)\, preparing for Armageddon in the remote mountains of Western North Carolina. The preppers’ battle cry\, “Prepare to Survive or Die\,” targets the “zombies”— unprepared citizens like Pope. \nThe doomsayer-preppers believe the zombies will roam the streets and plunder their carefully hidden cache of supplies when the economy collapses\, the electrical grid fails\, and apocalyptic weather threatens to wipe people off the map. To survive\, Pope is forced to succumb to the same kick-ass\, pit-bull tactics of his abusive\, alcoholic father against the homegrown militant terrorists. But first\, he must win an inner battle with his tortured past to find the line between his integrity and his own survival.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/bryan-e-robinson-launches-shell-be-killing-round-the-mountain-with-linda-marie-barrett/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T180000
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SUMMARY:AyurPrana Listening Room Presents: Tara Clerkin Trio with Walt McClements
DESCRIPTION:APLR Presents: Tara Clerkin Trio \nwith Walt McClements \nThursday\, March 26th\, 2026 \nAyurPrana Listening Room – 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC 28806 \nDoors 6:00 PM || Event 7:00 PM \nTara Clerkin Trio \nNot far off two years from the day\, Bristol’s Tara Clerkin Trio return to World of Echo and the EP format for a five song collection of quixotic\, emotional redolence. But do not mistake their absence for inertia. If their musical output has been a little sparse during those in-between years\, limited to a few solo ventures and an astonishing ten minute long piece as a trio\, their time has otherwise been richly spent: continuous writing and recording\, extensive live performances across Europe and Japan\, a cultivation of local and more far-flung artistic connections (musical and otherwise)\, and a monthly NTS show that\, through the voice of others\, speaks most obviously to their own unorthodox interests. It’s the conflux of that winding activity that leads indirectly to On The Turning Ground\, 26 minutes of probing\, thoughtful composition that draws from no one specific source. \nTheir inspirations might be centreless\, but the trio still possess a very obvious anchor in the form of their hometown. Bristol stands as a city of multitudes\, heterogenous and vibrant in such a way as to allow it to renew and remake time and again. Tara Clerkin Trio drink from that same well\, duly reflecting a rich musical heritage built on fwd-facing electronic subcultures and experimental urges. As such\, On The Turning Ground finds them subject to their own subtle internal evolution\, the pervasive sense that you’ve caught them mid-bloom\, on their way to becoming but never anything but themselves. \nThe two instrumental pieces that bookend the EP stand as a perfect case in point\, displaying an increasing mastery of compositional space. Pensive and restrained\, ‘Brigstow’ and ‘Once Around’ both emanate an interstitial quality that’s not so much after- as in-between-hours\, miniature dub-folk symphonies held together by the kind of tacit understanding that remains the preserve of only the closest of family units. If those two tracks are shaped by a sense of shifting temporality\, then the three vocal-led pieces that comprise the record’s core feel like a gentle ossifying of aesthetic into something approaching their own unique form of avant-pop. ‘Pop’ is\, of course\, a broadly subjective concept\, but there’s no avoiding the overt sparkling melodicism of songs like ‘Marble Walls’ and ‘The Turning Ground’\, undeniable re-directions of that late 90s impulse to bend pop sensibilities into off-centre terrain\, to render the familiar new again. This is what Tara Clerkin Trio do\, gently pulling the ground from under your feet\, turning you to face something you’d not quite seen before. To view the world as they do: sideways\, sometimes\, all of the time. \nWalt McClements \nWalt McClements is an accordionist\, multi-instrumentalist and composer based in Los Angeles. His solo compositions focus on processed accordion\, creating patient and emotional meditations that nod to drone and ambient music. His debut record\, “A Hole in the Fence” was released in 2021 on American Dreams\, and utilized a minimal palette of accordions processed through pedals to create glacial soundscapes and odes to hidden worlds. On his latest record\, and first for Western Vinyl\, “On a Painted Ocean”\, he expands his sonic tools to include lush synths\, droning pipe organs\, and spirited horns\, creating a vibrant journey from solitary stillness to community exuberance. The record also follows last year’s “Rain on the Road”\, a collaborative album with harpist Mary Lattimore\, released on Thrill Jockey.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/ayurprana-listening-room-presents-tara-clerkin-trio-with-walt-mcclements/
LOCATION:AyurPrana Listening Room\, 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806
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ORGANIZER;CN="AyurPrana":MAILTO:david@liveayurprana.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
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SUMMARY:Pickleball Party for the Asheville Symphony Guild
DESCRIPTION:The Asheville Symphony Guild is holding a pickleball fundraiser on Thursday\, March 26 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Asheville Sports Club\, 137 Coxe Avenue in the South Slope. The $40 ticket gets you pizza\, beer and the opportunity to play pickleball\, or just to hang out. It will be a fun event with proceeds going to the Symphony\, thanks to the event sponsor\, the Brookshire-Garside Group of Baird. To get tickets\, visit the Symphony Guild website.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/pickleball-party-for-the-asheville-symphony-guild/
LOCATION:Asheville Sports Club\, 137 Coxe Avenue\, Asheville\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T100000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
CREATED:20260305T200252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T104557Z
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SUMMARY:Live Music Yoga with Seán Johnson with music from Chris Rosser
DESCRIPTION:APLR and AYC Present: Live Music Yoga with Seán Johnson with music from Chris Rosser \nThursday\, March 26th\, 2026 \nAyurPrana Listening Room – 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC 28806 \nDoors 8:45 AM || Event 9:00 AM \nLive Music Yoga with Seán Johnson with music from Chris Rosser \nRide the subtle currents of movement and sound\, guided by the heart\, in this unique weekly live music offering from The AyurPrana Listening Room and Asheville Yoga Center. Each Thursday morning\, gather in the sacred sanctuary of the AyurPrana Listening Room\, where breath\, rhythm\, and devotion intertwine. \nAsheville Yoga Center Director Seán Johnson guides a creative\, heart-centered\, all-levels vinyasa practice\, while multi-instrumentalist Chris Rosser weaves enchanting live music through every posture\, pause\, and pulse. \nThis immersive Bhakti Flow experience features soulful chanting\, imaginative and fluid sequencing\, space for intuitive movement\, and a nourishing closing sequence of gentle reclining postures and meditation. Come to move\, listen\, and open—letting music\, movement\, and community carry you into the day. \nPlease bring your own mat and any yoga props you enjoy using. \n15 spaces are available each week for Asheville Yoga Center monthly unlimited and annual members to use as a perk of their membership – register at www.youryoga.com Otherwise\, the class is $24 with tickets available at www.AyurPranaListeningRoom.com \nEarly registration is recommended\, as spaces are limited. \n*Located at The AyurPrana Listening Room* \n312 Haywood Road\, Asheville\, NC 28806 \nSeán Johnson \nSeán Johnson is the Director of the Asheville Yoga Center\, a longtime yoga teacher and trainer\, and an internationally respected guide of heart-centered\, bhakti-inspired practice. With a Master’s degree focused on devotional singing and years of experience teaching chant as spiritual practice\, Seán weaves yoga\, music\, and imagination into deeply soulful experiences on and off the mat. Since 2005\, Seán & The Wild Lotus Band have merged conscious lyrics\, sacred chants from the spiritual traditions of yoga and beyond\, and roots\, rock\, gospel\, and global grooves to create a universal style of cross-cultural spiritual music.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/live-music-yoga-with-sean-johnson-with-music-from-chris-rosser/
LOCATION:AyurPrana Listening Room\, 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806
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ORGANIZER;CN="AyurPrana":MAILTO:david@liveayurprana.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260328
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T234023Z
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SUMMARY:'Reconnect for Resilience' (FREE 2-Day Personal & Professional Development Training)
DESCRIPTION:Learn easy-to-use\, shareable tools that are designed for real life—whether you’re stressed at work\, in your car\, or even at the store. \nIn this 14-hour\, interactive training\, you’ll learn the science of stress management and ways to build resilience in yourself and those around you. \nFREE and open to all WNC residents\, thanks to the support of our generous partners \n14 contact hours of continuing education available through Area L AHEC for an additional fee. \nREGISTER on our website to attend and receive further event details \nCan’t make this session? Join our other virtual dates this spring! \nApril 21 & 22\nMay 21 & 22\nJune 16 & 17
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/reconnect-for-resilience-free-2-day-personal-professional-development-training/
LOCATION:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Resources For Resilience":MAILTO:information@resourcesforresilience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T220000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
CREATED:20250829T191838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T004224Z
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SUMMARY:All Things Equal: The Life & Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
DESCRIPTION:ed & Thur\, Mar 25 & 26 • 8 pm\nThe “Notorious RBG” comes to life in this witty\, moving portrait of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. From breaking barriers and fighting for women’s rights to standing strong on a divided Supreme Court\, RBG’s story is one of fierce resilience\, sharp humor\, and lasting impact.  \n“A must see” —BroadwayWorld \nSpotlight on All Things Equal: \nWritten by Tony Award winner Rupert Holmes\, creator of Broadway’s The Mystery of Edwin Drood and AMC’s Remember WENN\nChronicles RBG’s journey from Brooklyn valedictorian to Supreme Court icon\nMichelle Azar’s award-winning stage and screen experience includes NCIS LA\, Criminal Minds\, and the musical Bronco Billy\nLaley Lippard has directed and collaborated with companies from Steppenwolf Theatre Company to The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/all-things-equal-the-life-trials-of-ruth-bader-ginsburg/
LOCATION:Diana Wortham Theatre\, 2 S. Pack Square\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
CREATED:20260210T063420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T122923Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Night Riffs featuring Zandra Johnson
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville\, NC. This week we are excited to be 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 Zandra Johnson \nZandra Johnson is a Gen-Z medical comedian who gives a behind the scenes peek into life in the operating room\, featuring a wild cast of surgeons without their customer service face. Her ‘never-say-no’ kind of attitude in the night life scene lands her in wild experiences with fascinating individuals that she bring to life on stage. Her theatrical and unique perspective of life in healthcare\, hysterical experiences in the dating worlds of both small towns and big cities\, and unparalleled story telling capability transports crowds to the very moment she experienced in real-time. \nages 18+\nDoors at 6:30pm\, show at 7pm\nTickets $12 advance\, $15 day of
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/wednesday-night-riffs-featuring-zandra-johnson/
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:20260325T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T223000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
CREATED:20260227T200228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T222258Z
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SUMMARY:AyurPrana Listening Room Presents: Rosenau & Sanborn with special guest Joe Westerlund
DESCRIPTION:APLR Presents: Rosenau & Sanborn \nwith Joe Westerlund \nWednesday\, March 25th\, 2026 \nAyurPrana Listening Room – 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC 28806 \nDoors 6PM || Event 7PM \nRosenau & Sanborn \nAfter nearly 20 years of knowing one another\, the collaboration between Nick Sanborn and Chris Rosenau seemed inevitable but ended up accidental\, an Eaux Claires music-festival lark that had immediate chemistry. As they were playing that first show\, they realized they were already making a record. They reconvened in a small cottage in North Carolina in 2017 to finish what was started. They recorded the improvisations\, kept the working mixes and titles\, as well as the bird songs and traffic sounds that drifted into the microphones. The result was 2019’s Bluebird\, a little five-track wonder that made you feel like you were sitting in the room between them\, smiling as they found their wordless rapport. \nTwo years later\, Rosenau (Volcano Choir\, Collections of Colonies of Bees) and Sanborn (Sylvan Esso\, Made of Oak) got together again. They had fun during round two\, but the sessions were neither as carefree as that first attempt nor more focused in a way that felt compelling and new. The pair shelved those pieces to try again when the time seemed right. \nThen there was a pandemic. There were tours. There were other records. There was life at large. By the time Rosenau ventured back to Betty’s (Sylvan Esso’s studio in the North Carolina woods) to try again\, four years had flashed past. \nFor the absorbing follow-up\, 2026’s simply titled Two\, they “unprepared\,” Rosenau arriving to the sessions with a novel guitar tuning he’d never used and Sanborn with a reconfigured electronics rig that forced him to abandon old patterns. The result feels like sitting alongside two old friends as they surprise one another with unheard stories from their recent pasts and ideas for their futures. \nThe night before the duo wrote “Walrus\,” Sanborn had performed at a rave with his techno duo GRRL x Made of Oak. Of the track\, Rosenau writes\, “Honestly\, the approach on this track was ‘Ok! Saturday night… Let’s party!’ It all felt real good. From there\, we got Nick’s gear back up from the night before\, followed our process\, and went for it. I remember Nick turning into an octopus in front of my eyes as he wrangled both the modular rig he had set up for this one\, as well as the insane drum machine situation.” \nTwo is set to be released physically in indie record stores on March 6 via Psychic Hotline\, with a digital street date following on March 20. \nJoe Westerlund \nFor the last five years\, Joe Westerlund’s music has explored and documented his personal unknowns. Before the 2020 release of his solo debut\, Reveries in the Rift\, Westerlund was largely a band guy\, whether that meant charting the edges of folk-rock with his childhood friends in DeYarmond Edison and\, later\, Megafaun\, or offering the anchor to acts like Watchhouse and The Dead Tongues. But on Reveries\, he wondered what it would be like to make meditative percussive music\, to wander into the middle distance of his own introspection with his drum kit. Some of those findings reappeared on 2023’s lauded Elegies for the Drift\, where he stared into several painful ends—of a 20-year partnership and the death of multiple friends\, collaborators\, and mentors—and tried to send those relationships off with sound. These were largely open-ended and improvisational albums\, Westerlund paying less attention to sheer rhythmic patterns than emotional frameworks. \nDuring the same half-decade\, though\, Westerlund became engrossed in studying the clave\, the metric pattern that first defined so much Afro-Cuban and Latin music and then drifted into almost every corner of jazz and rock. What did it mean for an idea to be so flexible\, for it to fit so many forms while retaining its own essence? His interest in composing with this new musical curiosity—that is\, in constructing grooves that felt instinctual and irrepressible—compounded amid the pandemic\, when people desperately wanted to remember what it was like to inhabit their bodies in a room crowded by strangers. The result is another leap into the unknown for Westerlund: Curiosities from the Shift\, a 12-track playground of endlessly interwoven beats and melodies\, where Westerlund’s clave enthusiasm collides with his textural experimentalism\, where his rhythmic symphony of one shakes hands with a half-dozen friends decorating this space alongside him. \nCuriosities began taking accidental shape when Califone mastermind Tim Rutili asked Westerlund for a few ideas amid lockdown. Westerlund had been playing in Califone for years\, and Rutili was hoping a long-distance beat might spark a song. Nothing concrete came of those sketches\, as Rutili pursued other paths. So Westerlund went his own way with them\, instead\, steadily building those ideas into his own compositions. They are now the basis of the three-piece suite that holds Curiosities’ first half\, beginning with the junkyard percussion and delightful bass splashes that frame “Tem” and ending with the surrealistic boom-bap of thumb pianos and shakers on “Can Tangle.” There is a hard-won joy to these numbers\, as if Westerlund is delighting in real time in spotting a potential dead end but finding his own way forward\, anyway. \nThose songs became\, too\, a kind of working roadmap for the terrain that Westerlund explores across Curiosities\, from the call-and-response glory of opener “Nu Male Uno” to the uncanny amorphousness of closer “Felt Like Floating.” All of these songs are defined by an identifiable rhythm\, like the loping strut at the center of “Midpoint” and the head-nodding pulse that winds through “Persurverance\,” winkingly misspelled to suit his North Carolina-via-Wisconsin pronunciation. But those are springboards for other textures\, moods\, and notions\, like the New Age references—shimmering metallophones\, chattering birds\, retiring flutes—that circle through “Midpoint” or the dub-indebted delays and gamelan hymns that bubble up through “Persurverance.” This is deeply multivalent music\, each number’s propulsive core counterbalanced by a series of surprising choices. Bittersweetness and joy\, grief and liberation\, sighs and smiles: It all exists here\, tangling toward infinity. \nThis complexity stems\, in part\, from a happy accident. Late in 2023\, around the time of his 43rd birthday\, Westerlund booked a week of studio time at Betty’s\, the bucolic space built and operated in the North Carolina countryside by his friends and occasional collaborators in Sylvan Esso. He meant to be there for five days before embarking on a brief tour with Setting\, the essential instrumental trio that has become a key outlet for his improvisational vim. But after a Setting bandmate got sick\, Westerlund booked another five days alone at Betty’s\, giving himself time\, space\, and quiet to keep finessing these compositions\, to see where else his assemblages of metallophones and drums\, electronics and keyboards might lead\, what magic they still had to reveal. \nWhen\, for instance\, he took a break outside while recording “Elegy (for OLAibi)\,” a tribute to late Japanese experimentalist Ai\, he noticed that the air-conditioning seemed to be sighing in time to the music he was making inside. He recorded the sound and wove it into the track. It is now one layer among so many\, one feeling amid a diorama of them. In the months after those sessions were done\, Westerlund reached out to seven friends—Califone’s Rutilli\, saxophonist Sam Gendel\, trumpeter Trever Hagen\, and violinists Libby Rodenbough and Chris Jusell among them. Sure\, these were his most thoroughly composed and precisely built works ever\, but he wanted to hear what happened when his pals responded in real time\, when they added bits of themselves back to what he’d made. They delivered grace\, depth\, and feeling\, with their parts pulling back curtains on hidden recesses of Westerlund’s rhythmic worlds. \nWesterlund readily admits he is surprised by Curiosities from the Shift\, by its insistence on groove and meter rather than drifting abstraction. Having lived and worked so long in the trenches of bands\, he assumed he was done functioning within basic meter\, at least for a while. But music is\, of course\, rarely a binary\, where one element obviates all room for the other. These 12 songs fuse so many of Westerlund’s loves into pieces that are endlessly fascinating\, using familiar elements to\, once again\, render another of his adventures into the unknown. Playful but tender\, wistful but wondrous\, driven by beats but not bound by them\, Curiosities from the Shift is Westerlund’s definitive statement so far\, the solo drummer record that opens wide to reveal a musical and emotional landscape richer than perhaps even he imagined he might find
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/ayurprana-listening-room-presents-rosenau-sanborn-with-special-guest-joe-westerlund/
LOCATION:AyurPrana Listening Room\, 312 Haywood Rd\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T200000
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SUMMARY:First Pulls: Works of Butcher Shop Press
DESCRIPTION:Butcher Shop Press begins its creative journey by presenting its first group exhibition\, ‘First Pulls: Works of Butcher Shop Press’\, on display from March  25 through April  4  with a silent auction of artwork donated by artist Phil Garrett. All proceeds will go to Butcher Shop Press to raise funds for additional studio equipment. \nButcher Shop Press is an art-based initiative housed in a space at the back of  Studio 116 where a butcher shop once operated in the early 1900s. Today\, the space has been transformed into a working print studio dedicated to exploring the craft and possibilities of printmaking. \nEach hand-pulled print in this exhibit was created using the studio’s Takach etching press\, generously donated by artist Marty Whaley Adams. The works highlight a range of approaches to printmaking and reflect the creativity of local artists exploring the unique processes of monotype and other print techniques.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/first-pulls-works-of-butcher-shop-press/
LOCATION:Studio 116\, 116 W Blue Ridge Rd\, East Flat Rock\, 28726
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ORGANIZER;CN="Studio 116":MAILTO:melanie@studio116nc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
CREATED:20260321T193439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T215723Z
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SUMMARY:Start Your Regenerative Mushroom Farm
DESCRIPTION:Hey folks — The Forest Farmacy is hosting a by-donation live webinar called Start Your Regenerative Mushroom Farm on March 25\, 2026. \nIf you have land (even a small piece) and you’ve been curious about mushrooms as a high-value crop that can work with your existing farm systems\, this session will help you get clear on what’s realistic. \nWe’ll cover:\n– A simple big-picture map of what it takes to start (low-tech\, small budget)\n– Which production paths make sense first (fresh vs value-added vs supplies)\n– How to avoid the common pitfalls that waste time and money \n50% of all donations go to the Cherokee-led Center for Native Health.\nRegister Here: https://www.theforestfarmacy.com/en/live-webinar-start-your-regenerative-mushroom-farm
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/start-your-regenerative-mushroom-farm/
LOCATION:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Forest Farmacy":MAILTO:sarah@theforestfarmacy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
CREATED:20260315T184850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T234016Z
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SUMMARY:PBS North Carolina Screening of A Sacred Thread
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Western Carolina University’s Bardo Arts Center for a special screening of A SACRED THREAD. Witness the powerful story of the Snowbird Cherokee struggle to protect their language and heritage. This in-person event will showcase the resilience and determination of a community fighting to preserve its identity. Don’t miss this inspiring opportunity to learn about the rich culture and history of the Cherokee Nation. \nThis PBS NC documentary follows the Snowbird Cherokee of western North Carolina as they fight to preserve their language\, customs and ancestral traditions before they disappear. Through intimate storytelling about the Snowbird Cherokee’s art\, culture and deep connections to their sacred land\, the film offers a powerful portrait of a resilient community safeguarding its heritage.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/pbs-north-carolina-screening-of-a-sacred-thread/
LOCATION:WCU Bardo Arts Center\, 199 Centennial Drive\, Cullowhee\, NC\, 28723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T103623
CREATED:20260220T145205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260222T133728Z
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SUMMARY:SPIRITED IMPROV PLAYSHOP SERIES
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT SPIRITED IMPROV\nSpirited Improv is a unique fusion of expressive arts\, spiritual practice\, and group play that helps you release fear\, trust the unknown\, and show up as your truest self.\nSpirited Improv is a soul-centered community experience that uses improvisational play as the container for spiritual growth\, personal transformation\, and authentic connection. Rather than focusing on comedy or performance\, we use improv as a living practice\, one that invites presence\, trust\, curiosity\, and responsiveness in the moment. \nFacilitated by Jessica Chilton\, who brings over 20 years of improvisational performing arts experience and 16 years as an expressive arts therapist\, weaving creativity\, spirituality\, and presence into a safe\, transformative group experience. \nThrough embodied improvisational play\, movement\, voice\, storytelling\, sound\, and silence\, we create a living container where authenticity is welcomed and presence is practiced. Over time\, this shared experience fosters deep connection\, confidence\, and a felt sense of belonging.  \nSpirited Improv is for those seeking a spiritual community grounded in lived experience\, where growth happens through relationship\, creativity\, and the courage to show up fully. As we transform individually through improv\, we strengthen the collective and contribute to a more compassionate world. \nWHAT PAST PARTICIPANTS ARE SAYING \n“Spirited Improv is authentic\, vulnerable and connective. It meets my need to deeply feel\, be seen and see others. On my first night I experienced such a profound healing experience after sharing what was on my heart. It was like a sound\, healing touch\, full moon energy bath that opened my heart. ” ~ Kate \n“Spirited Improv is a fun and little bit edgy way of interacting with the mystery of the moment. You decide how much you want to interact or observe from the audience so you never have to do anything you don’t want to do. It is an opportunity to let go of control and explore the spontaneity of life and creativity in a supportive\, safe environment..” ~ Kenyon \n“I got to play\, move my body\, laugh\, take joy in watching my friends come alive\, give and receive big hugs\, and feel the presence of the ancestors who always join me. There’s something so sacred about being present with others while we play\, witness and embody what is.” ~ Sue \nWHO IS THIS FOR \nPeople drawn to spirituality\, personal growth\, and inner exploration \nThose seeking genuine connection\, community\, and a sense of belonging \nCreatives and non-creatives alike – no improv or performance experience needed \nIndividuals who value compassion\, openness\, and radical acceptance \nPeople who want to grow in joyful\, embodied ways rather than through heavy or rigid processes \nThose who want to make a positive impact by starting with inner transformation
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/spirited-improv-playshop-series-2/
LOCATION:emberlight\, 82 Sanctuary Rd.\, Swannanoa\, NC\, 28778\, United States
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SUMMARY:5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
DESCRIPTION:SPRING INTO THE LIGHT!\nSpring Equinox always represents more light and daylight in our lives!  We begin to gather our different seeds of flowers\, vegetables and fruit to plant for the Garden.  What do we need for our bodies to gain new growth in our movement?  How do we gather our strength and motivation to keep going when we are tired or frustrated?  How do we seek the light that uplifts our spirits?    Pic by Vijayalakshimi Nidugondi.   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.\n6 PM: Dancing the wave of the 5 Rhythms\n6:45: 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-52/
LOCATION:Homewood\, 19 Zillicoa St.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Chapman":MAILTO:Chapman5Rhythms@gmail.com
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