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Monday, April 8, 2024
Learn + Grow ADULT + CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Apr 8 all-day
NC Arboretum

Plants Connect Us in Place

Throughout Southern Appalachia this month, the first spring ephemerals — floral harbingers of the colorful season to come — begin their journey toward the light. Trillium, Trout Lily, Bloodroot, Dicentra: All appear the most delicate of flowers, yet they are mighty enough to push through heavy layers of damp leaf duff to reach the sun’s rays. Usher in the brightening days like these first flowers with courses that extend the Arboretum’s mission to connect people with plants and learn more about what roots us in our special place in nature.

Eco Gardening: Principles in Practice | In Person Version – ONSITE, Three Sessions: Wednesdays, March 6, 20 & April 3, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Or  Asynchronous Version – Open March 6 through May 31.


Emergence: Spring Wildflower Walk | ONSITE | Saturday, March 9, 1 – 3 p.m. or Saturday, March 16, 1 – 3 p.m.


Lifelong Gardening | ONSITE | Wednesday, March 13, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.


Free! Lunch & Learn: Previewing the Cullowhee Native Plants Conference | ONSITE | Thursday, March 14, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.


Native Plants for the Vegetable Garden | ONSITE | Thursday, March 14, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.


Botany Basics | In Person Version – ONSITE, Six Sessions: Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 19 – April 4, 1 – 3 p.m. Or Asynchronous Version – Open April 4 through June 30.


Soil Health Check Up | ONSITE | Wednesday, March 27, 1:30 – 4 p.m.


Free! Arboretum Reads Nature’s Best Hope by Doug Tallamy | ONSITE | Two Sessions: Thursday, April 4 & 18, 3:30 – 5 p.m.


Registration is also open for our signature plant-based core classes in April. Join us for Spring Native Flora ID (field and blended field/online sections), Spring Native Tree ID (online, field and intensive versions). Plan ahead in April to learn about exotics at the Orchid Festival, April 12 – 14, held at the Arboretum, then return to learn about our native azaleas at the Native Azalea Day, April 27. 

Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Learn + Grow ADULT + CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Apr 10 all-day
NC Arboretum

Plants Connect Us in Place

Throughout Southern Appalachia this month, the first spring ephemerals — floral harbingers of the colorful season to come — begin their journey toward the light. Trillium, Trout Lily, Bloodroot, Dicentra: All appear the most delicate of flowers, yet they are mighty enough to push through heavy layers of damp leaf duff to reach the sun’s rays. Usher in the brightening days like these first flowers with courses that extend the Arboretum’s mission to connect people with plants and learn more about what roots us in our special place in nature.

Eco Gardening: Principles in Practice | In Person Version – ONSITE, Three Sessions: Wednesdays, March 6, 20 & April 3, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Or  Asynchronous Version – Open March 6 through May 31.


Emergence: Spring Wildflower Walk | ONSITE | Saturday, March 9, 1 – 3 p.m. or Saturday, March 16, 1 – 3 p.m.


Lifelong Gardening | ONSITE | Wednesday, March 13, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.


Free! Lunch & Learn: Previewing the Cullowhee Native Plants Conference | ONSITE | Thursday, March 14, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.


Native Plants for the Vegetable Garden | ONSITE | Thursday, March 14, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.


Botany Basics | In Person Version – ONSITE, Six Sessions: Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 19 – April 4, 1 – 3 p.m. Or Asynchronous Version – Open April 4 through June 30.


Soil Health Check Up | ONSITE | Wednesday, March 27, 1:30 – 4 p.m.


Free! Arboretum Reads Nature’s Best Hope by Doug Tallamy | ONSITE | Two Sessions: Thursday, April 4 & 18, 3:30 – 5 p.m.


Registration is also open for our signature plant-based core classes in April. Join us for Spring Native Flora ID (field and blended field/online sections), Spring Native Tree ID (online, field and intensive versions). Plan ahead in April to learn about exotics at the Orchid Festival, April 12 – 14, held at the Arboretum, then return to learn about our native azaleas at the Native Azalea Day, April 27. 

Thursday, April 11, 2024
Learn + Grow ADULT + CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Apr 11 all-day
NC Arboretum

Plants Connect Us in Place

Throughout Southern Appalachia this month, the first spring ephemerals — floral harbingers of the colorful season to come — begin their journey toward the light. Trillium, Trout Lily, Bloodroot, Dicentra: All appear the most delicate of flowers, yet they are mighty enough to push through heavy layers of damp leaf duff to reach the sun’s rays. Usher in the brightening days like these first flowers with courses that extend the Arboretum’s mission to connect people with plants and learn more about what roots us in our special place in nature.

Eco Gardening: Principles in Practice | In Person Version – ONSITE, Three Sessions: Wednesdays, March 6, 20 & April 3, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Or  Asynchronous Version – Open March 6 through May 31.


Emergence: Spring Wildflower Walk | ONSITE | Saturday, March 9, 1 – 3 p.m. or Saturday, March 16, 1 – 3 p.m.


Lifelong Gardening | ONSITE | Wednesday, March 13, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.


Free! Lunch & Learn: Previewing the Cullowhee Native Plants Conference | ONSITE | Thursday, March 14, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.


Native Plants for the Vegetable Garden | ONSITE | Thursday, March 14, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.


Botany Basics | In Person Version – ONSITE, Six Sessions: Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 19 – April 4, 1 – 3 p.m. Or Asynchronous Version – Open April 4 through June 30.


Soil Health Check Up | ONSITE | Wednesday, March 27, 1:30 – 4 p.m.


Free! Arboretum Reads Nature’s Best Hope by Doug Tallamy | ONSITE | Two Sessions: Thursday, April 4 & 18, 3:30 – 5 p.m.


Registration is also open for our signature plant-based core classes in April. Join us for Spring Native Flora ID (field and blended field/online sections), Spring Native Tree ID (online, field and intensive versions). Plan ahead in April to learn about exotics at the Orchid Festival, April 12 – 14, held at the Arboretum, then return to learn about our native azaleas at the Native Azalea Day, April 27. 

Friday, April 12, 2024
Learn + Grow ADULT + CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Apr 12 all-day
NC Arboretum

Plants Connect Us in Place

Throughout Southern Appalachia this month, the first spring ephemerals — floral harbingers of the colorful season to come — begin their journey toward the light. Trillium, Trout Lily, Bloodroot, Dicentra: All appear the most delicate of flowers, yet they are mighty enough to push through heavy layers of damp leaf duff to reach the sun’s rays. Usher in the brightening days like these first flowers with courses that extend the Arboretum’s mission to connect people with plants and learn more about what roots us in our special place in nature.

Eco Gardening: Principles in Practice | In Person Version – ONSITE, Three Sessions: Wednesdays, March 6, 20 & April 3, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Or  Asynchronous Version – Open March 6 through May 31.


Emergence: Spring Wildflower Walk | ONSITE | Saturday, March 9, 1 – 3 p.m. or Saturday, March 16, 1 – 3 p.m.


Lifelong Gardening | ONSITE | Wednesday, March 13, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.


Free! Lunch & Learn: Previewing the Cullowhee Native Plants Conference | ONSITE | Thursday, March 14, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.


Native Plants for the Vegetable Garden | ONSITE | Thursday, March 14, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.


Botany Basics | In Person Version – ONSITE, Six Sessions: Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 19 – April 4, 1 – 3 p.m. Or Asynchronous Version – Open April 4 through June 30.


Soil Health Check Up | ONSITE | Wednesday, March 27, 1:30 – 4 p.m.


Free! Arboretum Reads Nature’s Best Hope by Doug Tallamy | ONSITE | Two Sessions: Thursday, April 4 & 18, 3:30 – 5 p.m.


Registration is also open for our signature plant-based core classes in April. Join us for Spring Native Flora ID (field and blended field/online sections), Spring Native Tree ID (online, field and intensive versions). Plan ahead in April to learn about exotics at the Orchid Festival, April 12 – 14, held at the Arboretum, then return to learn about our native azaleas at the Native Azalea Day, April 27. 

Volunteer Work Day at the SAHC Community Farm
Apr 12 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
SAHC Community Farm
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As part of our Volunteer Work Day at the SAHC Community Farm, we will focus on planting 250 fruit trees in the NEW Food Forest! Help support fresh healthy produce in your community, and see your efforts grow in SAHC’s future U-pick orchard. We will plant 12 different varieties of apple trees – great for everything from fresh eating to making sauce or cider.

Each tree is about 3-4 ft. tall, and holes will be prepared in advance – so there will be minimal digging involved. No experience needed. The weather has been soggy today but should be beautiful on Friday.

If you want to plant a tree and make a positive impact on the environment and community health for Earth Month, this is your opportunity!

Tulip Season
Apr 12 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Stepp's Hillcrest Orchard

Our pick-your-own tulips are a spring crop, and you are invited to pick as many of these beauties as you like. We charge $2 per stem. You will not need clippers. You can bring your own container or buy one from us.

Tulip season will start on Friday, March 22, 2024.

Hours:
Friday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday: 1 to 4 pm.

Saturday, April 13, 2024
Tulip Season
Apr 13 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Stepp's Hillcrest Orchard

Our pick-your-own tulips are a spring crop, and you are invited to pick as many of these beauties as you like. We charge $2 per stem. You will not need clippers. You can bring your own container or buy one from us.

Tulip season will start on Friday, March 22, 2024.

Hours:
Friday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday: 1 to 4 pm.

Promote Your Local Pollinators with Bee City
Apr 13 @ 2:00 pm
Leicester Library

This winter and spring join us for an introduction to pollinators presented by Bee City USA Asheville. Pollinators are under threat, but

there’s plenty we can do to help right in our backyards.

We’ll talk about:

  • What is pollination
  • The importance of pollination
  • Pollinators & their identification
  • The importance of pollinator habitat

The presenter for this program will be Athena Rayne Anderson who holds PhD in Ecology with a focus on native pollinators. Athena is also a Certified Pollinator Steward through the Pollinator Partnership and works with Bee City USA Asheville to promote the value of native pollinator plants.

Our pollinator programs will be:

Fairview Library
Wednesday, Jan. 24 at 3:30 p.m.

Swannanoa Library
Saturday, Feb. 3 at 3:30 p.m.

Leicester Library
Saturday, April 13 at 2 p.m.

Skyland/South Buncombe Library
Tuesday, May 14 at 6 p.m.

These programs are free and everyone is invited.

Sunday, April 14, 2024
Slice of Life Comedy Open Mic + Feature Comedy
Apr 14 all-day
Asheville Pizza & Brewing Co

Sunday April 14 Standup Comedy at Asheville Pizza & Brewing Company hosted by Hilliary Begley with Derek Boskovich, James Rocco & Jordan Smith featuring and a professional comedy open mic. Get dinner drinks and laughs. Tickets at https://www.ashevillebrewing.com/buy-tickets

Tulip Season
Apr 14 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Stepp's Hillcrest Orchard

Our pick-your-own tulips are a spring crop, and you are invited to pick as many of these beauties as you like. We charge $2 per stem. You will not need clippers. You can bring your own container or buy one from us.

Tulip season will start on Friday, March 22, 2024.

Hours:
Friday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday: 1 to 4 pm.

Monday, April 15, 2024
Learn + Grow ADULT + CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Apr 15 all-day
NC Arboretum

Plants Connect Us in Place

Throughout Southern Appalachia this month, the first spring ephemerals — floral harbingers of the colorful season to come — begin their journey toward the light. Trillium, Trout Lily, Bloodroot, Dicentra: All appear the most delicate of flowers, yet they are mighty enough to push through heavy layers of damp leaf duff to reach the sun’s rays. Usher in the brightening days like these first flowers with courses that extend the Arboretum’s mission to connect people with plants and learn more about what roots us in our special place in nature.

Eco Gardening: Principles in Practice | In Person Version – ONSITE, Three Sessions: Wednesdays, March 6, 20 & April 3, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Or  Asynchronous Version – Open March 6 through May 31.


Emergence: Spring Wildflower Walk | ONSITE | Saturday, March 9, 1 – 3 p.m. or Saturday, March 16, 1 – 3 p.m.


Lifelong Gardening | ONSITE | Wednesday, March 13, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.


Free! Lunch & Learn: Previewing the Cullowhee Native Plants Conference | ONSITE | Thursday, March 14, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.


Native Plants for the Vegetable Garden | ONSITE | Thursday, March 14, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.


Botany Basics | In Person Version – ONSITE, Six Sessions: Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 19 – April 4, 1 – 3 p.m. Or Asynchronous Version – Open April 4 through June 30.


Soil Health Check Up | ONSITE | Wednesday, March 27, 1:30 – 4 p.m.


Free! Arboretum Reads Nature’s Best Hope by Doug Tallamy | ONSITE | Two Sessions: Thursday, April 4 & 18, 3:30 – 5 p.m.


Registration is also open for our signature plant-based core classes in April. Join us for Spring Native Flora ID (field and blended field/online sections), Spring Native Tree ID (online, field and intensive versions). Plan ahead in April to learn about exotics at the Orchid Festival, April 12 – 14, held at the Arboretum, then return to learn about our native azaleas at the Native Azalea Day, April 27. 

Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Learn + Grow ADULT + CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Apr 17 all-day
NC Arboretum

Plants Connect Us in Place

Throughout Southern Appalachia this month, the first spring ephemerals — floral harbingers of the colorful season to come — begin their journey toward the light. Trillium, Trout Lily, Bloodroot, Dicentra: All appear the most delicate of flowers, yet they are mighty enough to push through heavy layers of damp leaf duff to reach the sun’s rays. Usher in the brightening days like these first flowers with courses that extend the Arboretum’s mission to connect people with plants and learn more about what roots us in our special place in nature.

Eco Gardening: Principles in Practice | In Person Version – ONSITE, Three Sessions: Wednesdays, March 6, 20 & April 3, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Or  Asynchronous Version – Open March 6 through May 31.


Emergence: Spring Wildflower Walk | ONSITE | Saturday, March 9, 1 – 3 p.m. or Saturday, March 16, 1 – 3 p.m.


Lifelong Gardening | ONSITE | Wednesday, March 13, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.


Free! Lunch & Learn: Previewing the Cullowhee Native Plants Conference | ONSITE | Thursday, March 14, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.


Native Plants for the Vegetable Garden | ONSITE | Thursday, March 14, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.


Botany Basics | In Person Version – ONSITE, Six Sessions: Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 19 – April 4, 1 – 3 p.m. Or Asynchronous Version – Open April 4 through June 30.


Soil Health Check Up | ONSITE | Wednesday, March 27, 1:30 – 4 p.m.


Free! Arboretum Reads Nature’s Best Hope by Doug Tallamy | ONSITE | Two Sessions: Thursday, April 4 & 18, 3:30 – 5 p.m.


Registration is also open for our signature plant-based core classes in April. Join us for Spring Native Flora ID (field and blended field/online sections), Spring Native Tree ID (online, field and intensive versions). Plan ahead in April to learn about exotics at the Orchid Festival, April 12 – 14, held at the Arboretum, then return to learn about our native azaleas at the Native Azalea Day, April 27. 

Thursday, April 18, 2024
Learn + Grow ADULT + CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Apr 18 all-day
NC Arboretum

Plants Connect Us in Place

Throughout Southern Appalachia this month, the first spring ephemerals — floral harbingers of the colorful season to come — begin their journey toward the light. Trillium, Trout Lily, Bloodroot, Dicentra: All appear the most delicate of flowers, yet they are mighty enough to push through heavy layers of damp leaf duff to reach the sun’s rays. Usher in the brightening days like these first flowers with courses that extend the Arboretum’s mission to connect people with plants and learn more about what roots us in our special place in nature.

Eco Gardening: Principles in Practice | In Person Version – ONSITE, Three Sessions: Wednesdays, March 6, 20 & April 3, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Or  Asynchronous Version – Open March 6 through May 31.


Emergence: Spring Wildflower Walk | ONSITE | Saturday, March 9, 1 – 3 p.m. or Saturday, March 16, 1 – 3 p.m.


Lifelong Gardening | ONSITE | Wednesday, March 13, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.


Free! Lunch & Learn: Previewing the Cullowhee Native Plants Conference | ONSITE | Thursday, March 14, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.


Native Plants for the Vegetable Garden | ONSITE | Thursday, March 14, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.


Botany Basics | In Person Version – ONSITE, Six Sessions: Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 19 – April 4, 1 – 3 p.m. Or Asynchronous Version – Open April 4 through June 30.


Soil Health Check Up | ONSITE | Wednesday, March 27, 1:30 – 4 p.m.


Free! Arboretum Reads Nature’s Best Hope by Doug Tallamy | ONSITE | Two Sessions: Thursday, April 4 & 18, 3:30 – 5 p.m.


Registration is also open for our signature plant-based core classes in April. Join us for Spring Native Flora ID (field and blended field/online sections), Spring Native Tree ID (online, field and intensive versions). Plan ahead in April to learn about exotics at the Orchid Festival, April 12 – 14, held at the Arboretum, then return to learn about our native azaleas at the Native Azalea Day, April 27. 

Gardening in the Mountains presents: ABC’s of Microgreens
Apr 18 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
online

FREE ONLINE EVENT

Presenter: Dr. Francesco Di Gioia, Assistant Professor of Vegetable Crop Science at Pennsylvania State University

Are you looking for a simple, inexpensive way to eat more fresh greens? Are you curious about “microgreens” and why they’re so special and healthful? Dr. Francesco Di Gioia, a microgreen expert, will show us how to grow these nutrient-dense tiny greens in limited space, in a relatively short time, even on a windowsill or in your kitchen. He will share simple tools, tips and techniques and you’re sure to learn ways to make microgreens a healthy complement to your gardening experience.

Registration: The talk is free but registration is required. Please click on the link below to register. If you encounter problems registering or if you have questions, call 828-255-5522.

Zoom seminar access: After registration, you will receive an email with instructions and a link to join this online live broadcast via Zoom. The ability to access Zoom through a computer, tablet or smartphone with a reliable internet connection is necessary to attend.

Gardening in the Mountains presents: ABCs of Micro-greens
Apr 18 @ 11:00 am
ABCs of Micro-greens

Are you looking for a simple, inexpensive way to eat more fresh greens? Are you curious about “microgreens” and why they’re so special and healthful? Dr. Francesco Di Gioia, a micro-green expert, will show us how to grow these nutrient-dense tiny greens in limited space, in a relatively short time, even on a windowsill or in your kitchen. He will share simple tools, tips and techniques and you’re sure to learn ways to make micro-greens a healthy complement to your gardening experience. Program is free but registration is required.

Friday, April 19, 2024
Learn + Grow ADULT + CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Apr 19 all-day
NC Arboretum

Plants Connect Us in Place

Throughout Southern Appalachia this month, the first spring ephemerals — floral harbingers of the colorful season to come — begin their journey toward the light. Trillium, Trout Lily, Bloodroot, Dicentra: All appear the most delicate of flowers, yet they are mighty enough to push through heavy layers of damp leaf duff to reach the sun’s rays. Usher in the brightening days like these first flowers with courses that extend the Arboretum’s mission to connect people with plants and learn more about what roots us in our special place in nature.

Eco Gardening: Principles in Practice | In Person Version – ONSITE, Three Sessions: Wednesdays, March 6, 20 & April 3, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Or  Asynchronous Version – Open March 6 through May 31.


Emergence: Spring Wildflower Walk | ONSITE | Saturday, March 9, 1 – 3 p.m. or Saturday, March 16, 1 – 3 p.m.


Lifelong Gardening | ONSITE | Wednesday, March 13, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.


Free! Lunch & Learn: Previewing the Cullowhee Native Plants Conference | ONSITE | Thursday, March 14, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.


Native Plants for the Vegetable Garden | ONSITE | Thursday, March 14, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.


Botany Basics | In Person Version – ONSITE, Six Sessions: Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 19 – April 4, 1 – 3 p.m. Or Asynchronous Version – Open April 4 through June 30.


Soil Health Check Up | ONSITE | Wednesday, March 27, 1:30 – 4 p.m.


Free! Arboretum Reads Nature’s Best Hope by Doug Tallamy | ONSITE | Two Sessions: Thursday, April 4 & 18, 3:30 – 5 p.m.


Registration is also open for our signature plant-based core classes in April. Join us for Spring Native Flora ID (field and blended field/online sections), Spring Native Tree ID (online, field and intensive versions). Plan ahead in April to learn about exotics at the Orchid Festival, April 12 – 14, held at the Arboretum, then return to learn about our native azaleas at the Native Azalea Day, April 27. 

Eliada Spring Plant Sale 2024
Apr 19 – Apr 20 all-day
Eliada Home

Eliada Farms is hosting a Spring Plant Sale fundraiser. Come pick up your garden seedlings on our campus!
Open:
Friday 4/19 12noon-5pm
Saturday 4/20 9am-12noon

Payment by credit card only.

Seedlings available while supplies last: vegetables, flowers, culinary herbs, strawberries.
100% of proceeds go to Eliada Homes!

Tulip Season
Apr 19 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Stepp's Hillcrest Orchard

Our pick-your-own tulips are a spring crop, and you are invited to pick as many of these beauties as you like. We charge $2 per stem. You will not need clippers. You can bring your own container or buy one from us.

Tulip season will start on Friday, March 22, 2024.

Hours:
Friday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday: 1 to 4 pm.

Spring Plant Sale
Apr 19 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Eliada Homes

 

Veggie Stars, Herbs, Flowers

ELIDA helping children succeed

OUTPOST: CLUB SALTBURN – A DANCE PARTY TRIBUTE NIGHT TO SALTBURN
Apr 19 @ 8:00 pm
The Outpost
 ALL AGES
– STANDING ROOM ONLY
– RAIN OR SHINE
 
Get ready to lose your mind at “CLUB SALTBURN.” Join us for a night of cinematic excitement as we spin your favorite songs from the movie and other indie rock, sleaze, and Y2K pop hits of the era. Dance the night away in a whirlwind of lights and pulsating beats. Dress as your favorite character or come as you are! Don’t let this opportunity slip down the drain, get your tickets now at AshevilleOutpost.com!Sounds by @russellrosemusic  @thedanceparties

DJ Dean Walker at after/glow
Apr 19 @ 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm
after/glow café and bar

after/glow is excited to have Miami-based DJ Dean Walker in the house. They suggest guests start warming up their feet because Dean Walker will be in the cage with just the vibes the crowd needs this Friday, April 19th. He brings a new sound of Afro House together with Latin & Tech house elements.

Saturday, April 20, 2024
Houseplant + Garden Seedling Exchange
Apr 20 all-day
Weaverville Library

Our popular annual Houseplant Exchange is back and this year we’re going bigger and bolder! We’re adding garden starts and seedlings.  Bring in anything you don’t want and take anything you do! The plant exchange is available all hours that the Weaverville Library is open April 16th- May 16th. The exchange is free and self-serve.

Master Gardeners Plant Clinics
Apr 20 all-day
Various Locations

Again this growing season, the Extension Master GardenerSMPlant Clinics will be held at several locations and special events across the area.  At each Plant Clinic, Master Gardener volunteers will be available to answer all of your gardening questions and address your related concerns. Feel free to bring plant or insect samples for identification and/or problem resolution.  You can pick-up soil test kits and receive information about in-person programs and activities at The Learning Garden and the Gardening in the Mountains online seminars.  Please stop by to learn more!

2024 Plant Clinic Locations

Asheville City Market. On the third Saturday of each month, April through September. Master Gardener volunteers will be at the Asheville City Market located at 52 N. Market Street, Asheville, NC 28801.  The specific dates will be April 20, June 15, July 20, August 17, and September 21. We will not be at the City Market in May; instead, we will be at the Spring Fling Plant Sale (see below).

 

2024 Spring Herb Festival. In addition to City Market, the Master Gardeners Plant Clinic is returning to the 2024 Spring Herb Festival this year. Our table will be located at the entrance hall to the Davis Event Center at the WNC Ag Center on Friday and Saturday, April 26 and 27 from 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.,on Sunday, April 28 from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. The WNC Ag Center is located across the highway from the Asheville Airport at 761 New Boylston Highway, Fletcher, NC 28732. A map and directions to the WNC Ag Center can be found by clicking: https://www.wncagcenter.org/directions.aspx.

Spring Fling Plant Sale. Be sure to look for the Plant Clinic tent at this year’s Spring Fling Plant Sale on May 18 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Plant Sale will be located at the Interchange Building, 59 Woodfin Place, in downtown Asheville.

NC Arboretum Plant Sale. EMG volunteers will also staff Plant Clinics at the North Carolina Arboretum Plant Sale on May 31, and June 1, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. The NC Arboretum is located at 20 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC 28806. The Plant Sale and Vendor Market, May 31 and June 1, is open to all members and the general public.  For more information on the public sale, please refer to the WNC Arboretum website at https://www.ncarboretum.org.  NOTE: The Arboretum’s standard $20 parking fee applies to all non-members.

Painters Greenhouse Herb Fest 2024
Apr 20 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Painters Greenhouse

Join Painters Greenhouse for our 17th Annual Herb Fest!

 

On Saturday, April 20th come enjoy:

🌿A wide selection of specialty herbs

🌿Special savings on select plants

🌿Home-baked treats from Houston House and drinks & snacks from Leisa’s Kettle Corn on Saturday

🌿Artisan Craft Market with 12 local vendors selling a beautiful array of handmade goods (Including art, metal work, jewelry, leather goods, soaps, prints, and stickers!)

🌿And shopping from our wide selection of plants at the height of our season!

 

On Sunday, April 21st you will find:

🌿A wide selection of specialty herbs

🌿Special savings on select plants

🌿Enjoy chocolate from Brix Chocolate or take some home for your favorite wine pairing

🌿Argentinian comfort food on Sunday from El Bogedon

🌿And shopping from our wide selection of plants at the height of our season!

 

Vendors for the Saturday market will include:

  • Earth Echoes: Hand crafted soaps and other natural body care products
  • Houston House: Home baked goodies made with love!
  • Kaysha Siemens: Beautiful botanical jewelry
  • Cindi’s Sacred Garden: Organic Soaps, Salves, Teas, Skincare, outdoor natural goods and more
  • Leisa’s Kettle Corn:  Kettle Corn, Pork Skins, Boiled Peanuts, Soft Pretzels, Shaved Ice, Cinnamon Glazed Nuts, Freeze Dried Candy, Coffee & Sodas
  • Beehive 95 Designs:  Art prints, totes, stickers, and more featuring original nature illustrations
  • Her Heartbeat Farm: Hand-crafted rawhide drums & leatherwork including custom designs. Purses, belts, growler & wine carriers, wallets, small bags for children, Buckskin Medicine Bags, and more.
  • Pretty Petals:   Beautiful alcohol ink tile creations with vibrant flowers. The ink is dispersed by a straw, air compressor, canned air, or hand blower to make a totally unique one-of-a-kind creation.
  • Galaxita: Needle-felted landscapes inspired by sea and sky.  These tiny landscapes were first watercolors and then recreated using upcycled wool garments as a canvas and loose wool roving as paint. And hardwood cutting boards & serving trays with salvaged walnut wood from Northern California.
  • The Plaide Fox & Lightning Struck: Fractal Lichtenberg burning and copper jewelry and charms.
  • Darcys Daydreams: One-of-a-kind metal wall art, lanterns, and jewelry
  • Instar Innovations: Insect diarramas and greeting cards plus information on moths and butterflies as pollinators & a display case from an ecological collection

 

Our Spring 2024 Featured Herbs:

  • Anise Hyssop
  • Basil, African Blue
  • Basil, Cinnamon
  • Basil, Everleaf Genovese
  • Basil, Holy
  • Basil, Holy – Red and Green
  • Basil, Lemon
  • Basil, Pesto Perpetuo
  • Basil, Purple Ruffles
  • Basil, Red Ruben
  • Basil, Sweet
  • Basil, Sweet Large Leaf Italian
  • Basil, Thai Siam Queen
  • Basil, Lettuce Leaf Tuscany
  • Borage
  • Calendula
  • Catnip
  • Chamomile, German/Common
  • Chives, Common
  • Chives, Garlic
  • Cilantro, Santo
  • Curry Plant
  • Cutting Celery
  • Dill, Fernleaf
  • Dill, Superdukat
  • Echinacea angustifolia
  • Eucalyptus, Baby Blue Bouquet
  • Fennel, Bronze
  • Feverfew
  • French Tarragon
  • Jewels of Opar
  • Lavender, Phenomenal
  • Lavender, Superblue
  • Lavender, Vera (Lavandula angustifolia)
  • Lemon Balm
  • Lemon Grass, East Indian
  • Lemon Verbena
  • Lovage
  • Marjoram, Sweet
  • Mexican Mint Marigold
  • Nasturtium, Dwf Jewel Mix
  • Oregano, Mexican
  • Parsley, Flat Leaf Italian
  • Parsley, Moss Curled
  • Patchouli
  • Rosemary, Arp
  • Rosemary, Hills Hardy
  • Sage, Bergartten
  • Sage, Garden Grey
  • Sage, Pineapple
  • Sage, Purple
  • Sage, Tricolor
  • Salad Burnet
  • Salvia, Pineapple Sage
  • Santolina, Grey Lavender Cotton
  • Savory, Summer
  • Savory, Winter
  • Stevia
  • Tarragon, French
  • Thyme, English (Thymus vulgaris)
  • Thyme, Hi-Ho Silver (Thymus argentea)
  • Thyme, Magic Carpet (Thymus serpyllum)
  • Thyme, Pink Chintz (Thymus serpyllum)
  • Valerian, Common
Tulip Season
Apr 20 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Stepp's Hillcrest Orchard

Our pick-your-own tulips are a spring crop, and you are invited to pick as many of these beauties as you like. We charge $2 per stem. You will not need clippers. You can bring your own container or buy one from us.

Tulip season will start on Friday, March 22, 2024.

Hours:
Friday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday: 1 to 4 pm.

Saturday Crafternoons – Garden Craft
Apr 20 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Leicester Library

 

Join us to make your own unique plant markers using scrabble tiles. Plant markers help you remember what seeds you planted in your garden or identify your  potted plants.  This event is for teens and adults. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required and space is limited.

Canna Comic Cuisine?–Infused Dinner Show
Apr 20 @ 7:30 pm
Rezonanance

Rezonance & Slice of Life Comedy present **Canna Comic Cuisine —4.20 Infused Dinner Comedy Show**! Get ready for a night of laughter, delicious food, and a touch of cannabis-infused fun. Join us on **Sat Apr 20 2024** at **7:30 PM** for a unique experience that combines comedy with a gourmet dinner featuring cannabis-infused dishes. Our talented comedians will keep you entertained throughout the evening, while our chefs prepare a mouthwatering meal that will tantalize your taste buds. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind event that promises to be a memorable and hilarious night out!
Saturday 4.20.24
Held at a secret location in downtown Asheville, 21+
Your $42 ticket includes infused vegetarian dinner and a canned drink. Location given out with ticket purchase. Tickets are very limited so book this date now.
Standup Comedy Hosted by Hilliary Begley (netflix Amazon Prime, Votedt Avl Best Comic 5+) featuring Cayla Clark, Miranda Allison & Cody Hughes
Your Comedy Host Hilliary Begley-
Hilliary will make you cry with laughter with her larger than life personality!! Voted repeatedly Asheville’s Favorite comic in the Mountain Xpress, Hilliary’s reach goes well beyond the city to all over the country. Film debut in the Netflix original Dumplin’ as Aunt Lucy, or “Jennifer Anniston’s fat sister,” and in Austin Film Festival winning movie When We Last Spoke with Cloris Leachman, now streaming on Amazon Prime. https ://youtu.be/legRwEg4j-o
Featuring Cayla Clark-
a California native (through no fault of her own), moved to Asheville three years ago and quickly fell in love with the local comedy scene. She created and co-produces Blind Date Live, a quarterly comedic dating show, Bad Date Mic, and several other dating-related events around town. She is also a playwright, and has had original works in the Fringe Festival for the past three years.
Feature Cody Hughes-
Cody is a comedian from Asheville NC. He’s lived in a few different big cities and a lot of comedians like him and a lot of other comedians have heard good things about him from the comedians who like him. A few comedians don’t like him and he can’t do anything about that. Oh well. He has opened for Lewis Black, John Oliver, Maria Bamford, and many others
Feature Miranda Allison-
Sweet but sassy, Miranda Allison is an up and coming stand up comedian with a timid, yet audacious sense of humor. From right here in Asheville, NC, Miranda is quickly becoming a fan favorite in the comedy scene. You can find her co-hosting The Hot Seat on Mondays and at other comedy shows in the area.

OUTPOST: THE TORTURED PARTIERS DEPARTMENT (TAYLOR SWIFT ALBUM LISTENING/DANCE PARTY)
Apr 20 @ 8:00 pm
The Outpost
– ALL AGES
– STANDING ROOM ONLY
– RAIN OR SHINE
 It’s a new soundtrack

… an album-listening party that you cannot miss!

And so we enter into evidence…

All’s fair in love and partying…

Sincerely,

The Chairman of The Tortured Partiers Department (@22andgood4u)

Canna Comic Cuisine?–Infused Dessert Show
Apr 20 @ 9:30 pm
Rezonanance

Rezonance & Slice of Life Comedy present **Canna Comic Cuisine —4.20 Infused Dessert Comedy Show**! Get ready for a night of laughter, delicious food, and a touch of cannabis-infused fun. Join us on **Sat Apr 20 2024** at **9:30 PM** for a unique experience that combines comedy with a gourmet dinner featuring cannabis-infused dishes. Our talented comedians will keep you entertained throughout the evening, while our chefs prepare a mouthwatering dessert that will tantalize your taste buds. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind event that promises to be a memorable and hilarious night out!

Saturday 4.20.24

Held at a secret location in downtown Asheville, 21+

Your $42 ticket includes infused dessert and a canned drink. Location given out with ticket purchase. Tickets are very limited so book this date now.

Standup Comedy Hosted by Hilliary Begley (netflix Amazon Prime, Votedt Avl Best Comic 5+) featuring Cayla Clark, Miranda Allison & Cody Hughes

Your Comedy Host Hilliary Begley-

Hilliary will make you cry with laughter with her larger than life personality!! Voted repeatedly Asheville’s Favorite comic in the Mountain Xpress, Hilliary’s reach goes well beyond the city to all over the country. Film debut in the Netflix original Dumplin’ as Aunt Lucy, or “Jennifer Anniston’s fat sister,” and in Austin Film Festival winning movie When We Last Spoke with Cloris Leachman, now streaming on Amazon Prime. https ://youtu.be/legRwEg4j-o

Featuring Cayla Clark-

a California native (through no fault of her own), moved to Asheville three years ago and quickly fell in love with the local comedy scene. She created and co-produces Blind Date Live, a quarterly comedic dating show, Bad Date Mic, and several other dating-related events around town. She is also a playwright, and has had original works in the Fringe Festival for the past three years.

Feature Cody Hughes-

Cody is a comedian from Asheville NC. He’s lived in a few different big cities and a lot of comedians like him and a lot of other comedians have heard good things about him from the comedians who like him. A few comedians don’t like him and he can’t do anything about that. Oh well. He has opened for Lewis Black, John Oliver, Maria Bamford, and many others

Feature Miranda Allison-

Sweet but sassy, Miranda Allison is an up and coming stand up comedian with a timid, yet audacious sense of humor. From right here in Asheville, NC, Miranda is quickly becoming a fan favorite in the comedy scene. You can find her co-hosting The Hot Seat on Mondays and at other comedy shows in the area.

Sunday, April 21, 2024
Painters Greenhouse Herb Fest 2024
Apr 21 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Painters Greenhouse

Join Painters Greenhouse for our 17th Annual Herb Fest!

 

On Saturday, April 20th come enjoy:

🌿A wide selection of specialty herbs

🌿Special savings on select plants

🌿Home-baked treats from Houston House and drinks & snacks from Leisa’s Kettle Corn on Saturday

🌿Artisan Craft Market with 12 local vendors selling a beautiful array of handmade goods (Including art, metal work, jewelry, leather goods, soaps, prints, and stickers!)

🌿And shopping from our wide selection of plants at the height of our season!

 

On Sunday, April 21st you will find:

🌿A wide selection of specialty herbs

🌿Special savings on select plants

🌿Enjoy chocolate from Brix Chocolate or take some home for your favorite wine pairing

🌿Argentinian comfort food on Sunday from El Bogedon

🌿And shopping from our wide selection of plants at the height of our season!

 

Vendors for the Saturday market will include:

  • Earth Echoes: Hand crafted soaps and other natural body care products
  • Houston House: Home baked goodies made with love!
  • Kaysha Siemens: Beautiful botanical jewelry
  • Cindi’s Sacred Garden: Organic Soaps, Salves, Teas, Skincare, outdoor natural goods and more
  • Leisa’s Kettle Corn:  Kettle Corn, Pork Skins, Boiled Peanuts, Soft Pretzels, Shaved Ice, Cinnamon Glazed Nuts, Freeze Dried Candy, Coffee & Sodas
  • Beehive 95 Designs:  Art prints, totes, stickers, and more featuring original nature illustrations
  • Her Heartbeat Farm: Hand-crafted rawhide drums & leatherwork including custom designs. Purses, belts, growler & wine carriers, wallets, small bags for children, Buckskin Medicine Bags, and more.
  • Pretty Petals:   Beautiful alcohol ink tile creations with vibrant flowers. The ink is dispersed by a straw, air compressor, canned air, or hand blower to make a totally unique one-of-a-kind creation.
  • Galaxita: Needle-felted landscapes inspired by sea and sky.  These tiny landscapes were first watercolors and then recreated using upcycled wool garments as a canvas and loose wool roving as paint. And hardwood cutting boards & serving trays with salvaged walnut wood from Northern California.
  • The Plaide Fox & Lightning Struck: Fractal Lichtenberg burning and copper jewelry and charms.
  • Darcys Daydreams: One-of-a-kind metal wall art, lanterns, and jewelry
  • Instar Innovations: Insect diarramas and greeting cards plus information on moths and butterflies as pollinators & a display case from an ecological collection

 

Our Spring 2024 Featured Herbs:

  • Anise Hyssop
  • Basil, African Blue
  • Basil, Cinnamon
  • Basil, Everleaf Genovese
  • Basil, Holy
  • Basil, Holy – Red and Green
  • Basil, Lemon
  • Basil, Pesto Perpetuo
  • Basil, Purple Ruffles
  • Basil, Red Ruben
  • Basil, Sweet
  • Basil, Sweet Large Leaf Italian
  • Basil, Thai Siam Queen
  • Basil, Lettuce Leaf Tuscany
  • Borage
  • Calendula
  • Catnip
  • Chamomile, German/Common
  • Chives, Common
  • Chives, Garlic
  • Cilantro, Santo
  • Curry Plant
  • Cutting Celery
  • Dill, Fernleaf
  • Dill, Superdukat
  • Echinacea angustifolia
  • Eucalyptus, Baby Blue Bouquet
  • Fennel, Bronze
  • Feverfew
  • French Tarragon
  • Jewels of Opar
  • Lavender, Phenomenal
  • Lavender, Superblue
  • Lavender, Vera (Lavandula angustifolia)
  • Lemon Balm
  • Lemon Grass, East Indian
  • Lemon Verbena
  • Lovage
  • Marjoram, Sweet
  • Mexican Mint Marigold
  • Nasturtium, Dwf Jewel Mix
  • Oregano, Mexican
  • Parsley, Flat Leaf Italian
  • Parsley, Moss Curled
  • Patchouli
  • Rosemary, Arp
  • Rosemary, Hills Hardy
  • Sage, Bergartten
  • Sage, Garden Grey
  • Sage, Pineapple
  • Sage, Purple
  • Sage, Tricolor
  • Salad Burnet
  • Salvia, Pineapple Sage
  • Santolina, Grey Lavender Cotton
  • Savory, Summer
  • Savory, Winter
  • Stevia
  • Tarragon, French
  • Thyme, English (Thymus vulgaris)
  • Thyme, Hi-Ho Silver (Thymus argentea)
  • Thyme, Magic Carpet (Thymus serpyllum)
  • Thyme, Pink Chintz (Thymus serpyllum)
  • Valerian, Common