thru December 31 - Become a member of The Blue Ridge Center for Lifelong Learning (BRCLL) - Become a member of The Blue Ridge Center for Lifelong Learning (BRCLL) and meet people from diverse backgrounds who share a common interest in learning based on sharing and fellowship. If you’re 50 years of age or older, you can become a lifetime member for a one-time $40 fee. Membership benefits include expanding your mind and horizons with classes and lectures that cover a broad spectrum of topics, adventures and tours, attending the Great Decisions program to learn about international affairs and enjoying our yearly weeklong retreat at Wildacres in Little Switzerland, NC. For more information, visit www.brcll.com or call 828-694-1740.

June 5 - Taste of Opera - 6-9pm (Diana Wortham Theater) Asheville Lyric Opera’s 2nd Annual Taste of Opera, back by popular demand, features a night of incredible food from Asheville’s most delicious restaurants and music performed by Asheville’s biggest stars.