The Laurel of Asheville‘s Community Events Calendar
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The Laurel of Asheville is a lifestyle magazine focused on the arts, culture, and communities of Western North Carolina, and submitted events should fall within this context. If your event occurs over several days, please submit multiple events. Events extending beyond a month will not be accepted. All submissions are subject to editorial approval and edits for clarity and style before being published online. If you are going to include a photograph, please be certain that you have the rights to utilize that image. If there is a question about image rights, we may remove the image. Also, images should be no larger than 2000 pixels wide. Large images will prevent the event from being submitted. Please allow up to 5 days for your even to be posted. If you encounter difficulties submitting an event, please email [email protected].
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New Glass Studio in Old Fort
Arrowhead Art Gallery & Studios in Old Fort, NC, kicks off the grand opening of the newly designated Design Glass Studio for learning. Equipment includes a glass kiln, cutting room, hand tools, and supplies needed for independent study. The October stained-glass classes include a Moravian Star and a Star Suncatcher. Learn how to fuse glass […]
Dialogue: Lindenfeld + Lindenfeld
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center presents Dialogue: Lindenfeld + Lindenfeld, an exhibition celebrating the works of mother-daughter artists, Lore Kadden Lindenfeld and Naomi Lindenfeld. Lore, who attended and graduated from Black Mountain College in the 1940s, made a career as a textile designer and educator while continuing to create weavings, fiber collages, artist […]
Jeopardy! Bar League at Bear’s Smokehouse
This is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America's Favorite Quiz Show® out of the studio and straight to your local bar. No more shouting at your TV: with Jeopardy! Bar League you get a […]
Craft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft
The word craft-itarianism was coined by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez to name artistic projects that generate employment, raise awareness, or offer therapeutic support through craft. These programs provide a space where people affected by addiction, incarceration, and gun violence can find solidarity while learning a skill. Craft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft […]
Mellow Vinyasa at HapBE Valley Equine & Wellness Farm
Taught on our serene 800-square-foot yoga deck overlooking the horses and majestic Western North Carolina mountains, this 75-minute mindful, medium-paced Vinyasa class offers a truly immersive and rejuvenating experience. If inclement weather class is taught in the big barn. Designed to awaken your energy while maintaining a steady, accessible pace, this practice offers a balanced […]
April Classes at ARROWHEAD
We have a great line-up of classes starting in April, with more on the way!
Live Music at All Day Darling
Catch live jazz music at All Day Darling every Friday and Saturday night, along with dinner specials and drinks on the patio. April performance schedule: Friday, April 3 – Leo Johnson Saturday, April 4 – Adam Rose Friday, April 10 – Brent Riddle Saturday, April 11 – Ryan Furstenberg Friday, April 17 – Leo Johnson […]
Wednesday Evening Open Figure Drawing
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios is introducing a three-month trial of evening figure drawing sessions to gauge the arts community's interest in establishing a regular monthly figure drawing program. These non-instructional sessions provide dedicated time for artists of all levels to draw clothed human figures from a live model in a relaxed, respectful setting. The models […]
Star Struck Charm Pendant Workshop
Make it yourself! Join us at our downtown Asheville metalsmithing studio to make this silver + brass + CZ star charm. You'll solder, set, stamp, and polish your charm. Leave with your finished piece. *Silver chain included and family friendly activity ages 12 and up **All silver upgrades available and other charm shapes available as […]
Free Art Class for Adults!
The Free Adult Art classes are taught by Gallery Instructors who volunteer their time as a way to thank the community and share their love of Art! Class meets on the second Sunday of each month from 2:00 - 4:00 REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Blue Country Line Dance’s Giddy-Up Hoedown
Blue Country Line Dance’s Giddy-Up Hoedown
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 […]
Sacred Activism – Trusting the Dark–Finding Faith When the Path is Unclear
Sacred Activism – Trusting the Dark–Finding Faith When the Path is Unclear
Learn to find faith when the path is unclear and navigate the unknown as a fertile ground for new beginnings How 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? Join Beth Hedquist and Cibele Salviatto for a new […]
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“No Child” at NC Stage
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 […]
5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
BEGINNING, MIDDLE AND END! Beginnings 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. Middle: you are comfortable in what you are doing at the […]
Free Screening of “A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story”
Free Screening of “A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story”
"A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story" is a new documentary about George Masa, a Japanese immigrant photographer whose images helped build public support for what would become the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Drawing on newly uncovered research, including previously unknown letters, the film reveals new dimensions of Masa’s life and legacy. This free […]
Boogarins w/ DOOM GONG + Silver Doors
Boogarins w/ DOOM GONG + Silver Doors
ALL AGES STANDING ROOM ONLY BOOGARINS Formed in 2013 by Fernando de Almeida Filho (vocals and guitar), Benke Ferraz (guitar), Raphael Vaz (bass and keyboards), and Ynaiã Benthroldo (drums), Brazilian psychedelic rock band Boogarins announces a commemorative tour celebrating the ten-year anniversary of “Manual, ou Guia Livre de Dissolução dos Sonhos.” With concerts in Brazil […]
17 events,
Dwelling In Color
Dwelling In Color
Please join us on Thursday, April 30th at the Open Hearts Art Center gallery (217 Coxe Ave) for our next showcase, “Dwelling In Color.” Our artists and staff have been hard at work in the studio creating a vibrant collection of one-of-a-kind, handmade pieces, all centered around the theme of “home” and what it means […]
NOW That’s What I Call Music BINGO!
NOW That’s What I Call Music BINGO!
Grey Eagle Events and our Brewery of the Month, Hi-Wire, are hosting NOW That’s What I Call Music BINGO! Thursday April 30th 6pm-9pm This is a FREE event! We take your three favorite things and combine them into one. Beer, Music, & Bingo! Bring your charged cell phone, listed to music, mark off squares until […]
Antidote Comedy featuring Zlata Cass
Antidote Comedy featuring Zlata Cass
Every Thursday Modelface Comedy brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have local favorite Zlata Cass on the rooftop at Antidote! Zlata Cass moved to the US when she was 3 years old, where she immediately began working on her tight five. Since 2016, she has performed across the Carolinas […]
Asheville Rockestra: Celebrating 1976
Asheville Rockestra: Celebrating 1976
It’s been 50 years since 1976, a year of music that celebrated huge records from Stevie Wonder, David Bowie, Queen, ABBA, The Ramones, Heart, and so many more. Each year for their annual benefit concert, Sound Effects, Asheville Music School selects a musical focus. For 2026, students and teachers alike have spent months studying and […]
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AyurPrana Listening Room Presents: Prana Mela – 3 Days of Music, Community, and Yoga
Join us for Prana Mela, a three-day gathering devoted to music, wellness, and community at AyurPrana Listening Room. Experience live music, yoga, meditation, healing arts, and nourishing food in an intimate setting designed for connection and renewal. Throughout the weekend, we’ll host three ticketed evening concerts: Friday, May 1st, Simrit Acoustic Ensemble - 6PM Friday, […]
Creation Care Alliance 2026 Symposium: “Building Resilience: Congregations in a Climate-Changed World”
Creation Care Alliance WNC Presents Symposium 2026 “Building Resilience: Congregations in a Climate-Changed World” Friday, May 1 – Saturday, May 2 at Montreat Conference Center Hurricane Helene gave the people of WNC a common experience of the unpredictable and devastating effects of climate change, even on places once considered “climate havens.” In its aftermath, faith […]
Buncombe County Law Day 2026
Buncombe County Law Day 2026
The principles of the rule of law, including independent courts, judicial authority, due process, and equal protection, are foundational to our system of justice. As we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, the Buncombe County Bar is proud to sponsor Law Day on May 1, 2026. Please join us at noon on Pack Square’s main stage for […]
Turtle Island Pottery Retrospective
Turtle Island Pottery Retrospective
This is a retrospective celebrating and spanning 55 years of ceramic work by Maggie Jones of Turtle Island Pottery in Old Fort, NC. This exhibition is brought to you in partnership with NANU Gallery (78E Catawba Ave) and Arrowhead Artisans' League and Studios (77 Catawba Ave), curated by Katie McWeeney and Molly Morningglory. Exhibition dates: […]
Exhibit Opening: Watercolor From Regional Artists
Exhibit Opening: Watercolor From Regional Artists
The Art League of Henderson County is excited to host the Western North Carolina Watercolor Society in featuring beautiful works from talented watercolor artists across the region. The opening reception will showcase the watercolor works, plus a variety of 2D and 3D work from our member artists.
GALLERY WALK – ABILENE SKY, METALSMITH AND JEWELRY ARTIST
GALLERY WALK – ABILENE SKY, METALSMITH AND JEWELRY ARTIST
(FREE) The first Gallery Walk of the season will feature Abilene Sky, metalsmith and jewelry artist. Abilene Sky (Jessie Kastner) is of Chiricahua Apache decent and a reiki healer; living a life full of magic and creativity has always been her purpose. She is a graduate of the prestigious Moore College of Art & Design […]
PATIO SHOW: Morgan Bevis of Shed Bugs
PATIO SHOW: Morgan Bevis of Shed Bugs
MORGAN BEVIS OF SHED BUGS Morgan Bevis is a guitarist and songwriter based in Asheville, NC. Having established himself locally with his jam band ‘Shed Bugs,’ Morgan’s solo repertoire takes a step back from the sonic intensity of psychedelic rock to create a raw & stripped down acoustic experience. Listeners to his live performances can […]
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Mother’s Day Watercolor Workshop | Flower Card Making Class | May 2
Mother’s Day Watercolor Workshop | Flower Card Making Class | May 2
A creative bonding experience for all ages and skill levels. All supplies included! Celebrate Mother’s Day with creativity at this intimate watercolor workshop on Saturday, May 2nd, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Led by artist Melanie, this beginner-friendly session guides you through essential techniques to capture the beauty of a live floral still life. […]
COLD WAX ALCHEMY WORKSHOP WITH GINA LOUTHIAN-STANLEY – DAY 1
COLD WAX ALCHEMY WORKSHOP WITH GINA LOUTHIAN-STANLEY – DAY 1
Discover the beautiful layers, textures, and marks that only oil and cold wax can achieve finding inspiration within your own marks, compositions and intuition during this three-day workshop with artist Gina Louthian-Stanley. We will explore various techniques such as working methods, substrates, drying times, opaque and transparent color, pigments and powders, blending, color schemes, glazing, […]
Blue Ridge Orchestra’s “Boom-De-Ay” May 2nd, ACRHS
Blue Ridge Orchestra’s “Boom-De-Ay” May 2nd, ACRHS
Ta-Ra-Ra, “BOOM-DE-AY”− The Blue Ridge Orchestra echoes its previous program (Ta-Ra-Ra), while celebrating the spirited 26th season finale under the leadership of Music Director Dr. Emily Mariko Eng. The BRO ‘Booms’ with percussive explosions in Natalie Williams’s Sonic Boom, Chaminade’s Callirhoë Suite, Stravinsky’s “Berceuse” and “Finale” from the 1919 version of the Suite from The […]
PATIO SHOW: Forty Drop Few & Vaiano’s Paisanos
PATIO SHOW: Forty Drop Few & Vaiano’s Paisanos
– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE FORTY DROP FEW & VAIANO’S PAISANOS The “Forty Drop Few” are a trio originally from the southwest that play popular music of the early 1900s. They perform in various styles from the era as a string band and are influenced by nothing other than the old […]
Full Moon Sound Journey in the Salt Cave
Full Moon Sound Journey in the Salt Cave
The Full Moon is a time of illumination, reflection, and release. Join Latoya for a guided sound journey in the tranquil Salt Cave, where meditation and the healing vibrations of sound invite deep relaxation and inner alignment with the rhythms of the lunar cycle.
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COLD WAX ALCHEMY WORKSHOP WITH GINA LOUTHIAN-STANLEY – DAY 2
COLD WAX ALCHEMY WORKSHOP WITH GINA LOUTHIAN-STANLEY – DAY 2
Discover the beautiful layers, textures, and marks that only oil and cold wax can achieve finding inspiration within your own marks, compositions and intuition during this three-day workshop with artist Gina Louthian-Stanley. We will explore various techniques such as working methods, substrates, drying times, opaque and transparent color, pigments and powders, blending, color schemes, glazing, […]
Yoga Taco Mosa
Yoga Taco Mosa
Join us for Yoga Taco Mosa the first Sunday of every month. This is a donation based slow flow class lead by the ever so lovely, Clare Desmelik. Bring your yoga mat, water bottle and an open heart while we honor one another and stretch into our Sunday. We’ll follow the class with tacos and […]
Blue Ridge Orchestra’s “Boom-De-Ay” May 3rd, Diana Wortham Theatre
Blue Ridge Orchestra’s “Boom-De-Ay” May 3rd, Diana Wortham Theatre
Ta-Ra-Ra, “BOOM-DE-AY”− The Blue Ridge Orchestra echoes its previous program (Ta-Ra-Ra), while celebrating the spirited 26th season finale under the leadership of Music Director Dr. Emily Mariko Eng. The BRO ‘Booms’ with percussive explosions in Natalie Williams’s Sonic Boom, Chaminade’s Callirhoë Suite, Stravinsky’s “Berceuse” and “Finale” from the 1919 version of the Suite from The […]
JORTS! A Comedy Show in Shorts
JORTS! A Comedy Show in Shorts
Modelface Comedy presents JORTS! a stand up comedy showcase featuring hot comedy and even hotter knees! Put on your best jorts or cut up some jeans and make a new pair because tonight we are rolling knees out! All the comedians will be rocking their best pair and we want to see y'all in yours. […]
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Metalsmithing 101: The Basics 3-Part Series May 4/11/18
Want to learn to make jewelry? This beginner friendly metalsmithing course teaches the basic skills involved in making your own jewelry. Learn to use a variety of tools and equipment common in a jewelry studio. This 3 Day Series will teach many techniques including sawing, filing, polishing, soldering, textures, and more! Included is 4 Open […]
Free Art Class for Kids!
The Free Art Class for kids happens on the first Sunday of every month from 2 pm to 4 pm. The classes use different media and are taught by volunteer artists who want to share their love of Art with others! All supplies will be provided. Join us for an afternoon of fun and learning! […]
COLD WAX ALCHEMY WORKSHOP WITH GINA LOUTHIAN-STANLEY – DAY 3
COLD WAX ALCHEMY WORKSHOP WITH GINA LOUTHIAN-STANLEY – DAY 3
Discover the beautiful layers, textures, and marks that only oil and cold wax can achieve finding inspiration within your own marks, compositions and intuition during this three-day workshop with artist Gina Louthian-Stanley. We will explore various techniques such as working methods, substrates, drying times, opaque and transparent color, pigments and powders, blending, color schemes, glazing, […]
Butterfly Garden Stakes
Butterfly Garden Stakes
Create some flutters in your garden! Students will use pre-cut glass to create their own butterfly; learn how to clean, foil, flux, and solder their creation together. Copper embellishments and findings can be added to make your butterfly unique. Suitable for outdoor or indoor use. All materials supplied, including stakes or hardware to hang your […]
Built To Spill w/ The Hypos
Built To Spill w/ The Hypos
ALL AGES STANDING ROOM ONLY BUILT TO SPILL Built to Spill was formed in 1993 by Doug Martsch and over the years they have toured extensively and made several albums with a rotating cast of musicians, currently featuring Teresa Esguerra (Prism Bitch) on drums, and Melanie Radford (Blood Lemon) on bass. THE HYPOS The Hypos […]
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SPIRITED IMPROV GROUP PLAYSHOP SERIES
SPIRITED IMPROV GROUP PLAYSHOP SERIES
ABOUT SPIRITED IMPROV Spirited 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. Spirited Improv is a soul-centered community experience that uses improvisational play as the container for spiritual growth, personal transformation, and authentic connection. Rather […]
DANCE WITH THE DEAD + MAGIC SWORD: The Face Off Tour 2026
DANCE WITH THE DEAD + MAGIC SWORD: The Face Off Tour 2026
ALL AGES STANDING ROOM ONLY DANCE WITH THE DEAD Drawing inspiration from the dystopian and chilling worlds of cult classic horror and science-fiction films, duo Justin Pointer and Tony Kim have spent over a decade crafting a signature fusion of dark electronic music and metal-fueled synth anthems. Hailing from Irvine, California (USA), DANCE WITH THE […]
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Simply Charmed – Drop-In
**Show up at Ignite Jewelry Studios anytime between 11pm and 3pm to make your charms! This is the perfect way to spend a part of your day while visiting our downtown Asheville metalsmithing studio and gallery. Come stamp and hammer a charm to your liking! Choose from more than 60 styles of metal stamps and […]
Asheville Improv Festival – Opening Night!
Asheville Improv Festival – Opening Night!
Asheville Improv Festival | Night 1 | Wednesday 6:30PM Doors: 5:30pm | Show: 6:30pm Join us for opening night of the 2026 Asheville Improv Festival! Kicking off the Fest we've got a killer lineup of local and regional acts, performing at the wonderful Tina McGuire Theatre, located within the Wortham Center for the Arts in […]
Jonathan Scales Fourchestra
Jonathan Scales Fourchestra
ALL AGES SEATED SHOW LIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLE JONATHAN SCALES FOURCHESTRA You’ve heard this before, but the whimsically named Jonathan Scales Fourchestra is really tough to describe. Veering from in-your-face, jaw dropping chops and passion, to those quiet moments when the background noise disappears and you hold your breath to take in […]
21 events,
Mosaic Art Walk & Benefit 2026
Mosaic Art Walk & Benefit 2026
Mark your calendars for one of Asheville’s most anticipated spring evenings of art, community and connection. Mosaic Community Lifestyle Realty’s Art Walk & Benefit returns on Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m., bringing together downtown Asheville’s vibrant creative scene in support of local nonprofits. This free public event will unfold across 11 […]
Asheville Improv Festival – Thursday 5PM Show
Asheville Improv Festival – Thursday 5PM Show
Asheville Improv Festival | Night 2 | Thursday 5PM Doors: 4:30pm | Show: 5:00pm Kicking off night 2 of the Fest at the wonderful Tina McGuire Theatre, located within the Wortham Center for the Arts in downtown Asheville, is a lineup featuring a local team, a team from the Raleigh/Durham area, a half local/half Denver […]
Slice Standup Comedy Contest
Slice Standup Comedy Contest
The Slice of Life Comedy Asheville Spring Standup Contest 🌼 Thursday May 7, 7:30p-9:30p, doors at 6:30p The Orange Peel’s Comedy Basement, Pulp Lounge 103 Hilliard Ave, Downtown Asheville Tickets: $18 (available at door or The Orange Peel website) These shows sellout! Hosted by Hilliary Begley from NETFLIX & AMAZON PRIME Cocktails available while you […]
Antidote Comedy featuring Nathan Owens
Antidote Comedy featuring Nathan Owens
Every Thursday Modelface Comedy brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have Southern favorite Nathn Owens on the rooftop at Antidote! Chemist Spirts welcomes top comedians for a night of laughs. Enjoy a stunning AVL sunset from the rooftop bar at Antidote while giggling and sipping a classic cocktail. Nathan […]
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Art Garden Gallery Grand Re-Opening
Art Garden Gallery Grand Re-Opening
May 7-10 — Join 40+ artists in celebrating the grand re-opening of Art Garden with four days of workshops, music, performances, readings, art browsing and plant shopping. After a challenging year and half spent rebuilding from Helene, Art Garden re-opens its gallery doors to a fresh start in downtown Asheville (98 N. Lexington Ave.). To […]
PATIO SHOW: Wheelwright
PATIO SHOW: Wheelwright
Wheelwright makes music for late nights and early mornings, for dive bars bonfires and house parties, the highs and the lows. a Southwestern inspired blend of country folk and grunge that reflects his life growing up in the desert city of Phoenix, Arizona. None of his songs are idealistic. No light without darkness, no laughter […]
Yoga Nidra & Reiki in the Salt Cave
Yoga Nidra & Reiki in the Salt Cave
Experience a restorative Yoga Nidra (Yogic Sleep - similar to guided meditation and hypnosis) and Reiki session in the salt cave with Reiki Master Teacher and Yoga Nidra Facilitator, Kate Wargo. This guided practice leads you into the deeply healing space between waking and sleeping for profound relaxation and renewal.
Asheville Choral Society Concert
Asheville Choral Society Concert
This spring, the Asheville Choral Society invites you to a concert that reflects the many voices, stories, and traditions that shape who we are. Out Of Many, One, presented May 8 and 9 at Central United Methodist Church, is inspired by the idea behind E Pluribus Unum—“out of many, one.” Through a wide-ranging program of […]
Asheville Improv Festival – Friday 7PM Show
Asheville Improv Festival – Friday 7PM Show
Asheville Improv Festival | Night 3 | Friday 7 PM Doors: 6:00 PM | Show: 7:00 PM What an amazing show the 7pm block is gonna be! Starting it off is the one-and-only performance of the 2026 Asheville Improv Festival Ensemble, curated by the Festival committee from dozens of applicants from around the country and […]
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Jump Off Rock Half Marathon & 10k
Jump Off Rock Half Marathon & 10k
Experience the 6th Annual Jump Off Rock Half Marathon & 10K, presented by Hunter Subaru and UNC Health Pardee. This springtime race offers a scenic and fast course that winds through some of the most beautiful areas of Hendersonville! The Half Marathon starts at the iconic Jump Off Rock in Laurel Park, with sweeping views […]
Fiber Day
Fiber Day
Experience the art of fiber at this free, family-friendly event at the Folk Art Center. Enjoy live demonstrations by regional craft artists working in weaving, spinning, dyeing, and other fiber traditions, plus a hands-on kids’ activity table, presented by the Southern Highland Craft Guild.
Thomas Wolfe’s Buried Lives: Riverside Cemetery Tour
Thomas Wolfe’s Buried Lives: Riverside Cemetery Tour
Join us for a tour of Riverside Cemetery as we piece together fact and fiction by highlighting many of the folks that inspired various characters in Wolfe’s works, as well as other notable Ashevillians. The tour will begin at the front gate of Riverside Cemetery, with parking available along Birch Street and near the gate. […]
Nice Time Glass First Anniversary Party
Nice Time Glass First Anniversary Party
Join us for our first anniversary celebration! We are hosting an artist market with flash tattoos, live glass blowing, a plant sale, food and more!
“Bee”Hive Suncatcher
“Bee”Hive Suncatcher
Using pre-cut glass and findings to create their own Bee Honeycomb, students will learn how to clean, foil, flux, and solder their creation together. Copper wire and embellishments can be added to make it their own. All materials included
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Weekly Sunday Scrabble
Weekly Sunday Scrabble
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 […]
FREE PATIO SHOW: Stella Hansen
FREE PATIO SHOW: Stella Hansen
– FREE SHOW – ALL AGES – LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE STELLA HANSEN Stella Hansen, a Nashville native, embodies the sound of her hometown. Starting when she was just 4 years old, she would accompany her dad on his lunch break to the classic honky tonk, Robert’s Western World. This is […]
Mom Genes Comedy
Mom Genes Comedy
Every Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we at getting into and laughing at our Mommy Issues! Being a mom is hard and being a kid can be harder. Join us this Mother's Day to toast and joke about the mother's that left us a bit […]
Infamous Hollman Sisters
Infamous Hollman Sisters
Blood harmonies, original tunes and a little Appalchian charm. Hailing from the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina, these southern siblings delight with their pure unique style and blend of eclectic Americana and original, blood harmonies and matriarchal melodies. As sisters, Rebecca and Katherine began their harmonious journey at birth. Writing, creating and sculpting sound was […]
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5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
The Elements! In May, everything is in bloom and popping out and so are the Elements! The Elements in 5Rhythms® is Flowing-Earth, Staccato-Fire, Chaos-Water, Lyrical-Air, Stillness-Ether! How do the Elements move through your body at the present moment? We must take the time to honor Mother Earth and all that she gives and brings to […]
An Evening With Shawn Mullins
An Evening With Shawn Mullins
ALL AGES SEATED SHOW LIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS SHAWN MULLINS After a series of indie releases and growing buzz in the Atlanta music scene, Shawn Mullins’ critical and commercial breakthrough came when 1998 Soul’s Core shot him to fame on the strength of Grammy-nominated No. 1 hit, “Lullaby” followed by AAA/Americana No. 1 […]
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PATIO SHOW: Jane Kramer + Hannah Kaminer w/ Jackson Dulaney
PATIO SHOW: Jane Kramer + Hannah Kaminer w/ Jackson Dulaney
JANE KRAMER + HANNAH KAMINER w/ JACKSON DULANEY Lauded by UK music reviewer Three Chords and the Truth as sounding like she was “…born to bohemian poets and raised in the mountains by Emmylou Harris,” Asheville, North Carolina songstress Jane Kramer has garnered international recognition for the heartrending originality of her vocals and for the […]
Antidote Comedy featuring Boris Khaykin
Antidote Comedy featuring Boris Khaykin
Every Thursday Modelface Comedy brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have NYC favorite Boris Khaykin on the rooftop at Antidote! Chemist Spirts welcomes top comedians for a night of laughs. Enjoy a stunning AVL sunset from the rooftop bar at Antidote while giggling and sipping a classic cocktail. Boris […]
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Western NC Quilters’ Guild Garden of Quilts Show
The Western NC Quilters' Guild Garden of Quilts Show will be held Friday, May 15, 2026, from 10-5 and Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10-4. More than 175 quilts will be on display. It is a judged quilt show. Raffle quilt, raffle baskets, gift shop and gallery, bookstore, and vendors. Concessions are provided by Hubba […]
Stillness and Motion
In this exhibition we are presenting works that depict contrasts and connections between calm and energy, balance and disruption. Works presented interpret movement and moments of stillness that offer reflection and/or tension and express how these forces coexist or collide, complement or clash with one another.
Introduction to Zentangle
Introduction to Zentangle
The Zentangle Method© is an easy-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Many people who don’t connect with traditional meditation enjoy the Zentangle process because it combines activity with relaxation. If you can draw a dot, a curve, and a dash or line, you can Tangle. Patty will teach […]
Introduction to Zentangle Method©
Introduction to Zentangle Method©
The Zentangle Method© is an easy-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Many people who don’t connect with traditional meditation enjoy the Zentangle process because it combines activity with relaxation. If you can draw a dot, a curve, and a dash or line, you can Tangle. Patty will teach […]
Cristina Vane
Cristina Vane
ALL AGES STANDING ROOM ONLY CRISTINA VANE More than a mere practitioner of her craft, Cristina Vane has a breadth and depth of serious musical skill compiled from countless miles across all kinds of geography. On her third studio album ‘Hear My Call,’ the pairing of a lifetime pursuit and growing treasure trove of songs […]
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COPTIC BOUND JOURNAL WORKSHOP WITH ERIN KEANE
COPTIC BOUND JOURNAL WORKSHOP WITH ERIN KEANE
Handmade journals are a joy to use for anything and everything, any day, every day. Coptic binding is a historical method of constructing a book by sewing folded sections of paper and attaching them to hard covers. Bookbinders use this binding for its beauty with an exposed spine, functionality with pages that open flat, and […]
Blue Country Line Dance’s Giddy-Up Brunch
Blue Country Line Dance’s Giddy-Up Brunch
ALL AGES EVENT: 11AM Blue Country Line Dance’s Giddy-Up Brunch Learn some of the hottest country & hip hop line dances with the Blue Country Line Dancers and dance all afternoon! Country Swing & Two-Steppers are welcome to join as they’ll be opportunities to strut your stuff. To top it all off, grab a mimosa […]
ENCOUNTERS WITH CREATIVES – NAN DAVIS, ORIGINAL OIL ARTIST
ENCOUNTERS WITH CREATIVES – NAN DAVIS, ORIGINAL OIL ARTIST
(FREE) Meet and talk with Nan Davis as she demonstrates her distinctive style of oil painting with palette knives. Nan’s desire is to create beautiful paintings. With a degree in Art, but a need for a steady income, she worked in the corporate world for 25 years, only painting on nights and weekends as time […]
Don’t Tell Comedy, Hendersonville
Don’t Tell Comedy, Hendersonville
Show Details This show will be at an indoor location. No Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Food is available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available. This show will have chairs provided. ♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible. 21+ show. About Don't Tell Comedy […]
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Pebble Jewelry Workshop with Molly Sharp
Pebble Jewelry Workshop with Molly Sharp
If you’ve ever collected small, perfectly smooth pebbles and wondered what to do with them, this 1-day workshop is the perfect solution! Using diamond encrusted drill bits, students will drill through these materials and then fabricate sterling silver wire and sheet to create stunning jewelry which may include pendants, earrings, rings and bracelets. Students will […]
Flourish: A Transformational Day Retreat in the Blue Ridge Mountains
Flourish: A Transformational Day Retreat in the Blue Ridge Mountains
A full-day retreat held in a beautiful temple on the stunning mountain grounds of Compassionate Expressions in Leicester, North Carolina. *Earlybird Discount: Use code "FLOURISH" before April 4th to receive $30 off your ticket Surrounded by open skies and sweeping mountain views, this day retreat is an invitation to step out of the busy pace […]
UpLift: 5Rhythms® Breathwork and Sound Workshop!
UpLift: 5Rhythms® Breathwork and Sound Workshop!
UPLIFT DAY RETREAT: 5Rhythms® Movement, Breath and Sound! Description: Join us for a soul-stirring day of Movement, Breath, and Sound Healing designed to uplift your spirit and body to help you feel vibrantly alive. Through the liberating movement of the 5Rhythms® practice, expansive breathwork, and a deeply restorative sound bath, you will reconnect with your […]
5Rhythms®Vacillating Waves Class on Sunday hosted by Karen
5Rhythms®Vacillating Waves Class on Sunday hosted by Karen
Uplift Your Body! Description: Join Karen for a 2 hr soul-stirring day of 5Rhythms® Movement Class designed to uplift your spirit and body to help you feel vibrantly alive. Through the liberating movement of the 5Rhythms® practice, you will reconnect with your body, clear any stuck or stagnant energy, and arise into joy! Join us […]
Weekly Sunday Scrabble
Weekly Sunday Scrabble
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 […]
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Centennial Sounds Presents Tray Wellington Band with Cherokee Language Repertory Choir
Centennial Sounds Presents Tray Wellington Band with Cherokee Language Repertory Choir
Amplifying diverse Appalachian voices Music and dance have been a vital part of the Folk School since its founding in 1925. As we celebrate our 100th year, Centennial Sounds honors this legacy by spotlighting the cultural richness of Appalachian music and the many voices that shape it. This special performance series will feature five headliners whose […]
Freedom Junction
Freedom Junction
Get ready to groove with Freedom Junction, the Nashville-based funk rock trio that’s taking the scene by storm! Featuring Sugarlegg (guitar, keys, vocals) of Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country, Noah Winner Miller, and Captain Chris Kirk, this powerhouse trio is known for their electrifying live performances, which blend tight, funky rhythms with exciting jams and a […]
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Tube Setting Pendant
Tube Setting Pendant
Come learn to set round gemstones in a tube setting and leave with a finished pendant! You'll practice this skill first then complete a finished piece to leave with. This class is intended as an instructional class, but anyone can take it and leave with a finished pendant. Skill level: Beginner/Intermediate You will work with […]
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Golden Folk Sessions
6PM DOORS / 7PM SHOW FULLY SEATED SHOW GOLDEN FOLK SESSIONS Golden Folk Sessions (formerly Open Folk AVL) offers an intimate, carefully curated listening experience that celebrates the art of original music. Each event showcases six handpicked artists, performing three-song sets in a quiet, seated environment where the music takes center stage. To add a […]
“THE POWER OF COLOR” – A TWO DAY PASTEL WORKSHOP WITH ANNE STRUTZ, PSA, IAPS-MC
“THE POWER OF COLOR” – A TWO DAY PASTEL WORKSHOP WITH ANNE STRUTZ, PSA, IAPS-MC
Join Anne for a two-day workshop designed to deepen your understanding and application of color theory in painting. Through engaging exercises and the study of masterpieces, you'll discover how intentional use of color can transform and strengthen your work. The class combines guided instruction with an open studio atmosphere, encouraging both structure and personal experimentation. […]
GODSPELL Musical Theatre – Completely Reimagined for Today
GODSPELL Musical Theatre – Completely Reimagined for Today
Experience Godspell like you've never seen it before. In every generation, a community gathers around a story that refuses to stay quiet. Staging Godspell in 2026 isn’t just an act of theater—it’s an act of hope. It’s a reminder that joy can still erupt in unexpected places, even in a tent set up on a […]
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“THE POWER OF COLOR” – A TWO DAY PASTEL WORKSHOP WITH ANNE STRUTZ, PSA, IAPS-MC
“THE POWER OF COLOR” – A TWO DAY PASTEL WORKSHOP WITH ANNE STRUTZ, PSA, IAPS-MC
Join Anne for a two-day workshop designed to deepen your understanding and application of color theory in painting. Through engaging exercises and the study of masterpieces, you'll discover how intentional use of color can transform and strengthen your work. The class combines guided instruction with an open studio atmosphere, encouraging both structure and personal experimentation. […]
Season Finale with the Ulysses Quartet
Season Finale with the Ulysses Quartet
Close the season with the radiant sound of the Ulysses Quartet. Hailed for their clarity, energy, and deep musicality, this exceptional ensemble brings the series to a powerful and poetic conclusion with a program celebrating connection, resilience, and the next generation of chamber excellence.
Godspell Musical Theater – Completely Reimagined for Today
Godspell Musical Theater – Completely Reimagined for Today
Experience Godspell like you've never seen it before. In every generation, a community gathers around a story that refuses to stay quiet. Staging Godspell in 2026 isn’t just an act of theater—it’s an act of hope. It’s a reminder that joy can still erupt in unexpected places, even in a tent set up on a […]
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An Artful Journey: Turner and Onstable at Tate Britain
An Artful Journey: Turner and Onstable at Tate Britain
Fire and Water: Turner, Constable, and a Rivalry That Redefined Landscape Painting Travel to Tate Britain, London, for a landmark exhibition uniting two of the most influential—and competitive—figures in British art. J.M.W. Turner’s blazing skies and dramatic vistas stand in striking contrast to John Constable’s intimate, faithful portrayals of the English countryside. Born just one […]
PATIO SHOW: Blue Cactus
PATIO SHOW: Blue Cactus
Rooted in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Blue Cactus got their start among the active honky-tonk circuit, developing an electrified twang that now branches out effortlessly into folk, alt-country, and psychedelic-tinged rock. Having released three records to critical acclaim, they have grown a cult following in the South and beyond, their introspective lyricism and blistering guitar […]
Breath Medicine ~ Breathwork Inside the Salt Cave
Breath Medicine ~ Breathwork Inside the Salt Cave
Experience Breath Medicine with The Breath Nurse inside the Asheville Salt Cave. This RESET Breathwork session offers relaxation, stress relief, and a refreshing boost of energy. 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 well being.
Michael Gungor (Acoustic Evening)
Michael Gungor (Acoustic Evening)
Join us at The Grey Eagle in Asheville, NC for a special acoustic night with Michael Gungor—an intimate, immersive evening designed to bring people together through music, story, movement, and reflection. Known for songs like “Beautiful Things” and for his Grammy-nominated work, Gungor has spent years creating art that reaches beyond categories—equal parts lyrical, soulful, […]
GODSPELL Musical Theater – Completely Reimagined for Today
GODSPELL Musical Theater – Completely Reimagined for Today
Experience Godspell like you've never seen it before. In every generation, a community gathers around a story that refuses to stay quiet. Staging Godspell in 2026 isn’t just an act of theater—it’s an act of hope. It’s a reminder that joy can still erupt in unexpected places, even in a tent set up on a […]
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Brevard Classic 5k & 12k
Brevard Classic 5k & 12k
The Brevard Classic Races return on May 23, 2026 as part of the White Squirrel Festival weekend! Choose a 5K or 12K and run scenic, community-lined streets with a downtown start and finish in the heart of Brevard. This festival-connected race blends small-town charm, thoughtful course design, and a welcoming race-day atmosphere—perfect for runners of […]
Thomas Wolfe’s Buried Lives: Riverside Cemetery Tour
Thomas Wolfe’s Buried Lives: Riverside Cemetery Tour
Join us for a tour of Riverside Cemetery as we piece together fact and fiction by highlighting many of the folks that inspired various characters in Wolfe’s works, as well as other notable Ashevillians. The tour will begin at the front gate of Riverside Cemetery, with parking available along Birch Street and near the gate. […]
GODSPELL Musical Theater – Completely Reimagined for Today
GODSPELL Musical Theater – Completely Reimagined for Today
Experience Godspell like you've never seen it before. In every generation, a community gathers around a story that refuses to stay quiet. Staging Godspell in 2026 isn’t just an act of theater—it’s an act of hope. It’s a reminder that joy can still erupt in unexpected places, even in a tent set up on a […]
Cole Chaney
Cole Chaney
When it comes to his latest album, In the Shadow of the Mountain, 25-year-old singer-songwriter Cole Chaney is pretty candid and blunt about who he is and what kind of music he wants to make — the result of which, this stunning offering from an artist wise beyond his age. “There’s a yin to every […]
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George Trouble & The Zealots-“Entanglement”-Release Party/Bob Dylan’s 85th Birthday
George Trouble & The Zealots are delighted to return to the Grey Eagle for a double-headed show on Sunday, May 24th at The Grey Eagle. In addition to the release of their 6th album, "Entanglement", GT & The Zealots reprise the tradition of celebrating Bob Dylan's birth. Hurricane Helene stymied the production process of "Entanglement" […]
George Trouble & The Zealots-“Entanglement” Release Party/ Bob Dylan’s 85th Birthday Celebration
George Trouble & The Zealots release thir 6th album-"Entanglement" on Sunday, May 24th at The Grey Eagle. It's also Bob Dylan's 85th Birthday. The setlist will integrate "Entanglement" with Dylan's finest songs. The superb band consists of Aaron Price-Keys, Zack Page- bass and Evan Martin of The Honeycutters on drums. Other friends will be joining […]
Burlesque Brunch
Burlesque Brunch
-AGES 18+ -SEATED SHOW BURLESQUE BRUNCH Welcome to the most dazzling brunch experience in Asheville! Producer and award-winning burlesque sensation, Madison Jane brings you WNC’s only all BIPOC burlesque showcase. Each month we celebrate a different lineup of delectable performers for a Sunday extravaganza of tantalizing tastes and titillating performances. The Haus of Jane’s Burlesque […]
Weekly Sunday Scrabble
Weekly Sunday Scrabble
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 […]
GODSPELL Musical Theater – Completely Reimagined for Today
GODSPELL Musical Theater – Completely Reimagined for Today
Experience Godspell like you've never seen it before. In every generation, a community gathers around a story that refuses to stay quiet. Staging Godspell in 2026 isn’t just an act of theater—it’s an act of hope. It’s a reminder that joy can still erupt in unexpected places, even in a tent set up on a […]
Anna La Mare Band | Sundays by the River
Anna La Mare Band | Sundays by the River
Singer-songwriter Anna La Mare brings her evocative blend of folk, Americana, and Celtic storytelling to the Olivette Riverside Pavilion. Kids are free! BYOB, BYOC (chair) La Mare has held international residencies, performed in dimly lit venues, and graced festivals as well as songwriter showcases across the United States and abroad. She took the stage at […]
GODSPELL Musical Theater – Completely Reimagined for Today
GODSPELL Musical Theater – Completely Reimagined for Today
Experience Godspell like you've never seen it before. In every generation, a community gathers around a story that refuses to stay quiet. Staging Godspell in 2026 isn’t just an act of theater—it’s an act of hope. It’s a reminder that joy can still erupt in unexpected places, even in a tent set up on a […]
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5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
EXPANSION WAVE How can you fully expand in your body and life without losing yourself! In my life, I feel free to be expansive in the 5Rhythms practice, to enjoy nature, to be creative and to move in my body. How are you expansive in each Rhythms through movement. Allow the Rhythms to move you […]
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Jazz for Justice
Jazz for Justice
Join Pisgah Legal Services for an inspiring evening celebrating our community, all while supporting efforts to ensure everyone in WNC has equal access to justice. Connect with friends old and new, as you enjoy the vibrant sounds of the Brian Felix Organ Trio.
Golden Hour Yoga & Private Salt Cave
Golden Hour Yoga & Private Salt Cave
Immerse in a deeply nourishing salt cave experience and in the final 15 minutes your instructor will guide you through gentle movements to bring your awareness back to the present, preparing body and mind for yoga on the deck. As the sun sets over the mountains, enjoy a grounding Slow-Flow-N-Yin practice.
Andrew Duhon: Stop Motion Tour ’26
Andrew Duhon: Stop Motion Tour ’26
SEATED SHOW LIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLE ANDREW DUHON Born, raised, shaped, and inspired by his hometown of New Orleans, Louisiana, Andrew Duhon tours performing songs that are as much about recognizing our shared stories as they are about telling his own. Rounding out the touring trio are two of his most trusted […]
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J & The Causeways
J & The Causeways
STANDING ROOM ONLY J & THE CAUSEWAYS New Orleans soul/rock powerhouse ensemble J & The Causeways debut album, Motions, conjures a universal theme of togetherness and compassion — melodies and lyrics cultivated with a keen understanding of reaching one another through healing and transcendence. Singer and keyboardist Jordan Anderson leads with a soaring level of […]
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Motor Mile Car Show
Motor Mile Car Show
Asheville’s automotive history will come to life this spring when dozens of classic Chrysler and other vintage automobiles line Coxe Avenue for the free Motor Mile Classic Car Show in downtown Asheville taking place May 30, 2026. Taking place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 30, the show will stretch along Coxe Avenue […]
Roots Grown Deep w/ Joel Karabo
Roots Grown Deep w/ Joel Karabo
Roots Grown Deep presents Musical Ecology 2 LIVE! “They take us beyond blood and bone, beyond memory and fear, to a place where everything is ‘no thing’ made of a single substance.” The beloved multi-cultural world music ensemble Roots Grown Deep performs music from their watershed work Musical Ecology 2 which is due for release […]
Trousdale: Growing Pains (Deluxe) Tour
Trousdale: Growing Pains (Deluxe) Tour
STANDING ROOM ONLY Troufriends Ball VIP Experience includes: ● One (1) GA ticket ● Invitation to the Troufriends Ball, including: ● Meet & greet and photo opp with the band ● 2-song acoustic set ● Rehearsal for VIP in-show performance participation (from the audience) ● Exclusive VIP merch gifts ● 10% discount merch booth coupon, […]
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Call for Artists – This Moment Art Show
Introducing Indivisible Burke NC's This Moment Art Show! Why an art show? Democracy is a living thing — and so is the community that sustains it. At Indivisible Burke NC, we believe that the connections we build with one another are just as important as the actions we take together. The This Moment Art Show […]
Salt Spoon Fabrication with Lisa Colby May 31st
Salt Spoon Fabrication with Lisa Colby May 31st
Join renowned guest instructor Lisa Colby for her Salt Spoon Workshop! Learn how to hand fabricate a small salt or jam spoon out of sheet brass. Students will use a jewelers saw to cut out the shape of their spoon and use hammers, punches and a rolling mill to create surface textures. Techniques employed in […]
“UBUNTU! A Poetry & Musical Celebration! I Am Because We Are!”
“UBUNTU! A Poetry & Musical Celebration! I Am Because We Are!”
Audiences are invited to experience "UBUNTU! A Poetry & Musical Celebration: I Am Because We Are”, an uplifting, hour-long performance of soaring poetry and healing music celebrating our shared humanity. Inspired by the philosophy of Ubuntu—“I am because we are”—the program reflects on our interconnectedness and shared responsibility for one another. The event will take […]
Weekly Sunday Scrabble
Weekly Sunday Scrabble
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 […]
FREE PATIO SHOW: East Coast Dirt
FREE PATIO SHOW: East Coast Dirt
– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE – DONATIONS FOR THE ARTISTS ENCOURAGED! VENMO: @BRAD-BOUGHTON EAST COAST DIRT After a 4 year break, the core three members of East Coast Dirt have decided to reunite and play their blend of originals and covers for the first time as a trio. East Coast Dirt […]
Caleb Caudle & the Sweet Critters | Sundays by the River
Caleb Caudle & the Sweet Critters | Sundays by the River
Get ready to rock out with Caleb Caudle and the Sweet Critters in an intimate outdoor concert at the Olivette Riverside Pavilion, just minutes from downtown Asheville! Kids are free. BYOB, BYOC (chair) Caleb Caudle’s body of work is shaped from the ground up. His artistry has emerged through endurance and the steady momentum of […]
