Upcoming events and things to do in Asheville, NC. Below is a list of events for festivals, concerts, art exhibitions, group meetups and more.

Interested in adding an event to our calendar? Please click the green “Post Your Event” button below.

Sunday, February 10, 2019
Painting Fundraiser at Point Lookout Vineyards
Feb 10 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Point Lookout Vineyards

Join us for a beautiful and fun afternoon of painting with breath taking scenery. The cost of the event is $25 per person. A special thank you to Hues of Hendo for leading this class.

https://www.facebook.com/events/398354000936300/

Point Lookout Vineyards Painting Fundraiser
Feb 10 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Point Lookout Vineyards

Join us for a wonderful afternoon of painting in a majestic setting! The cost is $25. Seating is limited to 15 spots. Please email [email protected] or call 828-216-4731 and reserve your spot today.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2252200981659443/

Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Polk County Berry Plant Sale
Feb 12 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Polk County Cooperative Extension

The Cooperative Extension of Polk County is hosting our annual berry plant sale. This year, the Cooperative Extension director has chosen four varieties of blueberries, two varieties of raspberries, two varieties of strawberries, and one blackberry variety that have proven to specifically thrive in the North Carolina Foothills.

Orders will be accepted for plants now through February 22 and will be available for pickup in mid-March. Proceeds from this fundraiser go to support the activities, classes, and research that make the Cooperative Extension such a vital part of the Polk County community. For more information or to place an order, visit the Extension’s website at https://polk.ces.ncsu.edu or give us a call at 894-8218.

Download the Order Form HERE: https://polk.ces.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/2019-Berry-Plant-Order-Form-Writeable.pdf?fwd=no

https://www.facebook.com/events/393022604782447/?event_time_id=393022671449107

School Spirit Tastes Great Chipotle Fundraiser
Feb 12 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Make dinner a “selfless act” by joining us for a fundraiser in support of Rainbow Community School.

Come to the Chipotle location at 946 Patton Ave on Tuesday, December 11 from 4 pm to 8 pm.

You can bring the flyer, show it on your smartphone, or just tell the cashier that you’re supporting RCS. By doing so, 33% of the proceeds will be donated to Rainbow!

https://www.facebook.com/events/488885298290628/

Saturday, February 16, 2019
Polk County Berry Plant Sale
Feb 16 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Polk County Cooperative Extension

The Cooperative Extension of Polk County is hosting our annual berry plant sale. This year, the Cooperative Extension director has chosen four varieties of blueberries, two varieties of raspberries, two varieties of strawberries, and one blackberry variety that have proven to specifically thrive in the North Carolina Foothills.

Orders will be accepted for plants now through February 22 and will be available for pickup in mid-March. Proceeds from this fundraiser go to support the activities, classes, and research that make the Cooperative Extension such a vital part of the Polk County community. For more information or to place an order, visit the Extension’s website at https://polk.ces.ncsu.edu or give us a call at 894-8218.

Download the Order Form HERE: https://polk.ces.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/2019-Berry-Plant-Order-Form-Writeable.pdf?fwd=no

https://www.facebook.com/events/393022604782447/?event_time_id=393022684782439

Tranzmission Valentines Day Dance Party!
Feb 16 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Land of the Sky UCC

Do you miss wearing Tripp Pants every day of the week?
Did you spend hours on myspace everyday after school? (or straightening your hair in the morning, we don’t judge)

Lets take it back and celebrate the most iconic trends of 2007. We’ll have a costume contest for the best dressed in each clique! categories will be:

Scene

Jocks

Preps

We’ll have plenty of your favorite foods from a decade ago ,as well as alcohol for sale.

Baby Bear will be our DJ for the evening, and we’ll have some other surprise entertainers to make your 2007 dreams come true

This event is a fundraiser, so tickets will be 10 dollars at the door. no one will be turned away for lack of funds.

https://www.facebook.com/events/344852363020779/

Broadway, Baby – Asheville Gay Men’s Chorus
Feb 16 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
The Morris Hellenic Cultural Center

Asheville Gay Men’s Chorus presents our annual fundraiser. This years theme is ‘Broadway, Baby’ so expect some show tunes. This is a fun evening with dinner, entertainment, silent auction! Always a sold out event so get your tickets and come out to enjoy some Broadway, Baby!

https://www.facebook.com/events/2261481760803982/

Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Polk County Berry Plant Sale
Feb 19 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Polk County Cooperative Extension

The Cooperative Extension of Polk County is hosting our annual berry plant sale. This year, the Cooperative Extension director has chosen four varieties of blueberries, two varieties of raspberries, two varieties of strawberries, and one blackberry variety that have proven to specifically thrive in the North Carolina Foothills.

Orders will be accepted for plants now through February 22 and will be available for pickup in mid-March. Proceeds from this fundraiser go to support the activities, classes, and research that make the Cooperative Extension such a vital part of the Polk County community. For more information or to place an order, visit the Extension’s website at https://polk.ces.ncsu.edu or give us a call at 894-8218.

Download the Order Form HERE: https://polk.ces.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/2019-Berry-Plant-Order-Form-Writeable.pdf?fwd=no

https://www.facebook.com/events/393022604782447/?event_time_id=393022691449105

Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Polk County Berry Plant Sale
Feb 20 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Polk County Cooperative Extension

The Cooperative Extension of Polk County is hosting our annual berry plant sale. This year, the Cooperative Extension director has chosen four varieties of blueberries, two varieties of raspberries, two varieties of strawberries, and one blackberry variety that have proven to specifically thrive in the North Carolina Foothills.

Orders will be accepted for plants now through February 22 and will be available for pickup in mid-March. Proceeds from this fundraiser go to support the activities, classes, and research that make the Cooperative Extension such a vital part of the Polk County community. For more information or to place an order, visit the Extension’s website at https://polk.ces.ncsu.edu or give us a call at 894-8218.

Download the Order Form HERE: https://polk.ces.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/2019-Berry-Plant-Order-Form-Writeable.pdf?fwd=no

https://www.facebook.com/events/393022604782447/?event_time_id=393022704782437

Friday, February 22, 2019
Francine Delany New School for Children Funky Formal Fundraiser
Feb 22 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Isis Music Hall

Funky Formal and Silent Auction, a fundraiser for Francine Delany New School for Children
Live music, dancing, and fun for grown-ups! Dress funky, formal, or both – anything goes!
Featuring our very own teacher band, Pop Quiz, as well as The Annex Band!
Join us on Friday, February 22 and consider becoming a sponsor or a silent auction donor today!
Contact [email protected] for sponsorships and donations.

https://www.facebook.com/events/277717742856408/

Saturday, February 23, 2019
Chilly Challenge 8K & 1 Mile Fun Run
Feb 23 all-day
North Buncombe Middle School

Lace up your running shoes, grab your winter hat, and join us for the 7th Annual Chilly Challenge 8K & 1-Mile Fun Run on Saturday, February 23, 2019. Run or walk with us to benefit North Buncombe Middle School! The chip-timed 8K will start at 10:00 am. The race is on a rolling hill course in beautiful Weaverville, North Carolina. This scenic course starts and finishes at North Buncombe Middle School. There is also an untimed 1-Mile Fun Run beginning at 10:05 am. The 1-mile route is completely contained on the middle school campus. Race registration includes: a scenic run, a t-shirt, and a post-race chili lunch with cornbread and fixings.

Polk County Berry Plant Sale
Feb 23 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Polk County Cooperative Extension

The Cooperative Extension of Polk County is hosting our annual berry plant sale. This year, the Cooperative Extension director has chosen four varieties of blueberries, two varieties of raspberries, two varieties of strawberries, and one blackberry variety that have proven to specifically thrive in the North Carolina Foothills.

Orders will be accepted for plants now through February 22 and will be available for pickup in mid-March. Proceeds from this fundraiser go to support the activities, classes, and research that make the Cooperative Extension such a vital part of the Polk County community. For more information or to place an order, visit the Extension’s website at https://polk.ces.ncsu.edu or give us a call at 894-8218.

Download the Order Form HERE: https://polk.ces.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/2019-Berry-Plant-Order-Form-Writeable.pdf?fwd=no

https://www.facebook.com/events/393022604782447/?event_time_id=393022708115770

Bowl For Kids’ Sake—Buncombe County
Feb 23 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sky Lanes Asheville

Gather a group of friends, family or coworkers and register a team for Big Brothers Big Sisters’ Signature Fundraiser: Bowl For Kids’ Sake! And—in true Asheville style, the costume theme for this year’s event is: Mardi Gras! So grab your beads, feathers, crowns and masquerade masks and get your team signed up!

Big Brothers Big Sisters is empowering the potential of Buncombe County’s youth through one-to-one mentoring relationships that create friendships with a purpose that last. When you register a team for Bowl For Kids’ Sake—you not only get an awesome chance to have fun—you’re part of a positive change and brighter future.

https://www.facebook.com/events/529140227572772/

Bike Love ’19 presented by New Belgium Brewing
Feb 23 @ 8:00 pm – Feb 24 @ 1:00 am
Isis Music Hall

The 12th annual Bike Love, presented by New Belgium Brewing, returns to Isis Music Hall (734 Haywood Rd) on the evening of Saturday, Feb. 23rd. Bike Love is Asheville on Bikes’ annual fundraiser event, and Bike Love ‘19 is poised to be an epic event of music, bicycle centric raffles, and AoB community.

8pm – Doors

8pm Red Honey & The Royal Jelly, featuring Grammy Award nominee, Dave Gilbert

9:30pm – 12:00am – DJ Jut Rut

https://www.facebook.com/events/380533352710958/

Sunday, February 24, 2019
Keep Asheville Beard- Competition & Fundraiser 2/24 at Hi-Wire
Feb 24 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Hi-Wire Brewing

General Admission
$5 Advanced// $7 Day of
1PM-6PM

SCHEDULE:
1:00pm – 3:30pm: Music (provided by DJ Kilby) and Games
* BEARD SIGN UPS CLOSE AT 3pm.
3:30pm -4:30pm: COMPETITION
4:30pm – 5:00pm: Judge Deliberation and Crowd Favorite Vote
5:00pm – 5:30pm: WINNERS ANNOUNCED

Vending by: Foothills and Asheville Fairy Hair

Keep Asheville Beard is a new event presented by Xpand. A Competition of WNC’s finest beards and mustaches as well as a fundraiser.

Celebrating Asheville’s creative economy, Keep Asheville Beard will feature a competition with four categories ANYONE (and we mean anyone) can enter along with entertainment and fun for the whole family.

WANNA COMPETE?
SIGN UP HERE….
www.xpandbrand.org/keepashevillebeard

PRIZES will be awarded to the top competitors in each category

CROWD FAVORITE will earn the title of BEARD CZAR for all Xpand events in 2019!

Prizes Include:
CASH PRIZE (FOR THE BEARD CZAR ONLY)

PROFESSIONAL GROOMING SERVICES

LOCAL PRODUCTS/STYLING AIDS

GIFT CERTIFICATES

SWAG

Judges Include:
SETH BRADEN- OWNER- STEADFAST TRADITIONAL BARBERSHOP

REBECCA HECHT- OWNER- ADORN SALON & BOUTIQUE

SABRINA WHITE- OWNER- DESOTO LOUNGE

CHRIS FROSAKER- OWNER- HI-WIRE BREWING

MORGAN HICKORY- OWNER- OLE SHAKEY’S GETAWAY

https://www.facebook.com/events/1997228197019717/

Author and Environmental Award Winner Mark Warren Presents “Secrets of the Forest”
Feb 24 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Malaprops Bookstore and Cafe

Mark Warren, owner of Medicine Bow Wilderness School in Dahlonega, GA has been teaching the survival skills of the Cherokee for more than 45 years. Finally, all those years of teaching have culminated into his highly anticipated series of books called “Secrets of the Forest.”

Mark believes today’s society can — and should — learn some valuable lessons and skills from the Cherokee people who inhabited the southeastern part of the United States hundreds of years before European explorers ever landed on its shores. He will be discussing how some of the most common native plants and trees were used by the Cherokee for food, medicine, shelter and fire and he will bring along a few of his handmade crafts.

Quote from Mark, “All of us who live in the Southern Appalachians reside on land that once belonged to the Cherokees. While these native people led lives of intense daily interaction with their natural surroundings, most folks today have reduced nature to a backdrop of scenery. The great deficit in this scenario is our lack of understanding that we still depend upon nature. That dependency is largely hidden to us, especially to the new generations that come along to take over the ‘rules’ of how we behave with nature — air to breathe, water to drink, energy to consume for our daily actions. These are commodities that are easy to take for granted. If taken for granted, humans will have no reason to respect and conserve the pieces of the puzzle we call ecology”

Mark wrote the “Secrets of the Forest” books with three purposes in mind:
1) To provide clear instructions in primitive survival skills for anyone wanting to better his/her self-sufficiency in wilderness . . . by learning the old Indian ways of living comfortably in the forest.

2) To offer parents, teachers, scout leaders, and outdoor educators a guide to engage their students in Nature . . . at a time when our young ones so desperately need this connection, as does Nature itself.

3) To win over a new generation of environmental advocates who will look after this world.

Praise for “Secrets of the Forest”:
“If you’ve ever wondered how to transfer lost knowledge and skills to our next generation, this book series is your guide. Mark is no newcomer in the world of primitive skills and nature study. He’s been passing on his knowledge to young and old for over a half century. I’ve had the pleasure of attending several of his classes in Dahlonega, Georgia. Mark is a walking encyclopedia of earth-lore and the skills required to call Nature home.” ~ Todd Walker from Survival Sherpa

“Secrets of the Forest is an invaluable teaching tool for my staff at Buffalo Cove Outdoor Education Center. Countless times, I have seen them visit our library in the office and pull this volume off the shelf to aid them in planning classes. The structure and phrasing of Mark’s work really speaks to the experiential educator. The content, and breadth of knowledge, contained within the pages is a true gift to anyone seeking a greater understanding of the natural world and really nurtures a connection with the earth!” ~Nathan Roark, Executive Director Buffalo Cove Outdoor Education Center

“Mark Warren is an authentic educator who links his vast knowledge of plants and animals to skills necessary for survival, a combination that creates an active and exciting experience for children and adults. The series has begun to take our school in directions we never imagined possible.”~O.J. Morgan, Head of School at The Bright School, Chattanooga, Tennessee

“Through Mark Warren’s Secrets of the Forest, educators, leaders, stewards, interpreters, learners, and students of connecting with and through nature have access to his spirit, insight, and generosity. These [books] are a ‘must have’ for anyone wanting to inspire, and to be inspired by, ancient wisdom and knowledge based in a deep reverence for the Earth.” ~Joseph A. Pate, PhD Department Chair – Outdoor Leadership Assistant Professor Young Harris College

Check out this review for Secrets Volume 1 by Survival Sherpa: https://survivalsherpa.wordpress.com/2017/08/09/secrets-of-the-forest-the-best-outdoor-education-book-ive-read/

The “Secrets of the Forest” book series will be available for purchase and signing at the event as well as “Two Winters in a Tipi” a memoir, and his historical fiction series “Wyatt Earp, An American Odyssey.”

Mark Warren is also a Western historian,and has researched the Frontier West and especially the life of Wyatt Earp for more than 63 years. His trilogy, Wyatt Earp, An American Odyssey,” has met with the approval of a discerning group of Western historians as well as lovers of the historical fiction genre.

Synopsis for “Born to the Badge:”
In Wichita, Kansas, Wyatt Earp answers his most innate calling and returns to law enforcement, where he excels by sheer force and an utter lack of fear. When town leaders become disenchanted with his hardline methods, he moves to a place where an iron-rule is needed – Dodge City. With him comes Mattie, a runaway prostitute, who, like Wyatt, is searching for a chance at a new life.

As assistant marshal in Dodge, Wyatt stands at the center of a volatile arena, which pits celebratory cowboys against the economic security of the merchants. Wyatt’s performance as a proficient officer earns him respect among the citizens, but it does not provide the social standing he desires.

After a disappointing venture into the gold fields of Deadwood, Dakota Territory, Wyatt returns to Dodge to find no marshal’s job waiting for him. Mattie has fallen back into prostitution. Regressing to foot-soldier status, Wyatt takes a job as detective for the A.T. & S.F. Railroad to hunt down train robbers. Heading south from Kansas he once again tries to outride his failures.

In Texas he meets a man whose name will be forever linked with his own. Doc Holliday is a testy, Southern ex-dentist turned gambler, who is dying from tuberculosis. By giving Wyatt information about the train robbers, Doc offers the first thread in an unlikely friendship that will weave the two men’s lives into a common story that will be told through the ages.

READ CHAPTER ONE of “Adobe Moon” for free, now! www.wyattearpanamericanodyssey.com

Reviews:
“In 1896, Ed Colburn, who had been a Dodge City attorney during that town’s turbulent early years, remembered Wyatt Earp: ‘While there (Dodge City), I saw Wyatt Earp do things you wouldn’t undertake for a million dollars, and yet he did it every day just as a street car conductor rings up fares or a banker receives deposits.’ In Born to the Badge Mark Warren follows Earp through the Kansas cow-towns where he first makes a name for himself. They still talk about Wyatt Earp in Wichita and Dodge City. After reading this book, you’ll understand why.” ~Jeff Morey, Historical Consultant for the movie “Tombstone.”

Mark Warren is the first writer to illuminate the Earp story from the inside. Adobe Moon and Born to the Badge show you why Wyatt Earp became a legend and what that legend was born out of. ~Allen Barra, author of Inventing Wyatt Earp, his Life and Many Legends.

“Not every writer understands that the most important line in any book is the hook – that opening sentence which grabs your attention and makes you eager to read on. Born to the Badge opens with the following line: ‘Wichita, Kansas,was hell in the making…’ and there I went – engrossed for hours…Warren is able to convey scenes with a cinematic clarity. In this way, I can see the store room lit by the warm glow of a single lantern; and the prairie crossing at night, guided solely by the stars above and the subtle shapes of the land smudged on a distant horizon” ~Peta Stevalli, New Zealand Booklovers

“Warren’s novel paints a vivid picture of the lawlessness of the American Frontier…Although this book is a fictionalized account, its dedication to facts will keep history buffs satisfied, and its colorful similes will put a smile on any genre-fiction lover’s face.” ~ Booklist

“Historian Mark Warren’s second volume in his trilogy on the life and times of Wyatt Earp is an excellent story of Earp’s adventures and misadventures in Kansas, the Dakotas, and Texas. The dialogue is virtually true to life and gives the feeling the author must have been present when the words were originally spoken. This volume has been anticipated and meets all expectations. Whether one is new to the story of Wyatt Earp or a seasoned historian of the Wild West, there is something here for everyone who loves stories of adventure, law and order, and life on the western frontier of the 1870s. A most worthwhile contribution to the story of “Wyatt Earp, Wyatt Earp, Brave, Courageous, and Bold!” ~ Roy B. Young, author and Western historian, Wild West History Association

Saturday, March 2, 2019
Mardi Gras Masquerade & Seafood Extravaganza
Mar 2 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Harmon Field Open Air Gym

TRYON, NC – Gather your Krewe! The Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce will present a Mardi Gras Extravaganza from 5 to 10 p.m. on Saturday March 2, 2019, at the Harmon Field air gym.
There will be music, dancing and a warm bon fire to keep you going all night! All-You-Can-Eat & Drink, consisting of oysters roasted over an open fire, shrimp, mussels, crawdads, low country boil, barbecue chicken wings, authentic gumbo, coleslaw, rolls, iced tea, coffee, King Cakes and a great selection of draft beers and wine.
Time to get creative, a proper Mardi Gras event has the best masks, so bring yours to be entered to win the Most Unique Mask contest. Masks provide an element of mystery-who will be the lucky winner?
Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at The Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce office or online via our website CarolinaFoothillsChamber.com. Please be sure you buy your tickets in advance, Tickets are not sold at the door. 21+ Event-No Coolers-No Pets
For more information, call Christina Feagan at (828) 859-6236.

Thursday, March 14, 2019
Me Too Movement Founder Tarana Burke
Mar 14 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Renaissance Asheville Hotel

Symmetry Financial Group, AdventHealth Hendersonville and Native Kitchen and Social Pub present the Break the Silence Speaker Series: Me Too Movement Founder Tarana Burke on Thursday, March 14, 2019, at the Renaissance Asheville Hotel. This event is a fundraiser for all Our VOICE programs and services for survivors of sexual assault as well as Our VOICE’s prevention and education programs.

To purchase tickets, go to https://ourvoicenc.ticketbud.com/break-the-silence-speakers-series-featuring-me-too-founder-tarana-burke

Individual tickets – $35

Student tickets – $10 (limited availability)

VIP tickets – $100
VIP ticket holders receive special benefits and will have an opportunity to meet Tarana Burke at the reception! Enjoy a special entrance at the Renaissance Hotel, VIP check-in, VIP entrance to the Conference Center, and preferred seating for the program. Immediately following the program, please join us for the VIP Champagne Reception on the 12th floor of the Renaissance Hotel, in the newly remodeled Top of the Plaza event space, with a stunning view of Asheville at night. The VIP Champagne Reception is a catered event by the chef of the Renaissance Hotel, featuring passed hors d’oeuvres both savory and sweet, music, champagne and wine. Mix and mingle with friends, reflect on the evening, and meet Tarana Burke!

From her perspective as a survivor and a silence-breaker, Tarana will talk about what it takes to turn a moment into a movement and will inspire us to take action to create a community free from sexual violence.

Partner with Our VOICE in this fundraising event! For more information, including sponsorship information, go to ourvoicenc.org/events/speakerseries

https://www.facebook.com/events/2016240425164241/

Saturday, March 23, 2019
All Sports Booster Club Oyster Roast
Mar 23 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Fluor Field at the West End

Annual major fundraiser for Greenville High Athletics. All you can eat Oysters. Also BBQ plates.

https://www.facebook.com/events/290700484918947/

Saturday, March 30, 2019
ReHAPPENING 9
Mar 30 @ 3:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Camp Rockmont

The {Re}HAPPENING is an annual afternoon and evening event at the historic campus of Black Mountain College – 15 minutes from Asheville. It is part art event, part fundraiser, and part community instigator, providing a platform for contemporary artists to share their responses to the vital legacy of Black Mountain College by activating the buildings and grounds of the BMC campus with installations, new media, music, and performance projects.

Visit www.rehappening.com for more information.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1805197342924300/

Wednesday, April 3, 2019
Literacy Council of Buncombe County’s 28th Annual Spelling Bee
Apr 3 all-day
The Mothlight

The Literacy Council of Buncombe County will hold “Beauty and the Bee,” an adult Spelling Bee, on April 3, 2019 at The Mothlight in West Asheville. Beginning at 6 pm, fifteen teams of three adults each will compete in the themed, spirited, and zany word challenge.

While the word list is challenging to even the most advanced spellers, this event is not a traditional, stilted spelling bee. Audience members are encouraged to cheer on their favorite teams and can even purchase opportunities to cheat on the spellers’ behalf. Spellers and audience members are encouraged to wear costumes in homage to this year’s beauty-pageant event theme: Beauty and the Bee.

Spelling Bee teams are fielded by local businesses, non-profits, community associations, colleges, book clubs and friends. This year’s teams include the 2018 winning team, Malaprop’s Bookstore/Café; the 2017 highest fundraising team, Chestnut/Corner Kitchen; and more.

Funds raised by the Beauty and the Bee Spelling Bee support the Literacy Council of Buncombe County’s programs that provide basic literacy and English language services to 2,200 people in Buncombe County.

Sunday, April 7, 2019
Week of the Young Child Celebration
Apr 7 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Ira B. Jones Elementary School

2:00 p.m. Ticketed Magic Show ($8 per person, all ages)
3:00-5:00 p.m. Drop-In Pop-Up Adventure Playground (free and open to the community)

Join us to celebrate the Week of the Young Child and support young children in Buncombe County!

Children ages 2+ will enjoy The Professor Whizzpop Magic Show, which placed in the Mountain Xpress “Best of WNC” poll for 10 years.

Afterward, drop in for a FREE Pop-Up Adventure Playground where kids build their own place space using imagination, loose parts, and in collaboration with their peers. There is no charge to join the playground.

Roots Hummus will be served at no charge and sweet treats from The Hop Ice Cream Cafe will be available for purchase.

Tuesday, April 9, 2019
Dine To Be Kind
Apr 9 all-day
Participating restaurants

Enjoy a day of dining out to help local animals in need! Asheville Humane Society’s 16th Annual Dine To Be Kind presented by Prestige Subaru will be held Tuesday, April 9 at participating restaurants! Dine in (or carry out) for breakfast, lunch and/or dinner and up to 25% of your bill will be donated to the lifesaving programs of Asheville Humane Society! Visit ashevillehumane.org for a list of participating restaurants!

Thursday, April 11, 2019
DRINK To Be Kind
Apr 11 all-day
Participating breweries

As part of Asheville Humane Society’s 16th Annual Dine To Be Kind presented by Prestige Subaru, an extra day has been added for the beer lovers of our community! On Thursday, April 11, participating breweries will donate 15% of the day’s sales to Asheville Humane Society! Enjoy a craft beer and help homeless animals at the same time! View ashevillehumane.org for a list of participating breweries.

Friday, April 12, 2019
Poetry for the Pantry – Fundraiser for Storehouse
Apr 12 @ 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Artisan Entertainment

Tickets ARE ON SALE at eventbrite.com

Help raise money for Storehouse. Many families need our help, and The Artisan of Flat Rock is proud to team with The Storehouse of Henderson County, NC to bring Poetry for the Pantry. Tickets to this event and further information will be available soon, but go ahead and put this one on your calendar for such a great cause.

https://www.facebook.com/events/306525069987354/

Saturday, April 13, 2019
Join Us for Our First Birthday!
Apr 13 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Carolina Holistic Health

We at Carolina Holistic Health are thrilled to announce our first birthday! To celebrate this exciting occasion we will be holding a birthday bash with all proceeds benefitting the Food Connection. The Food Connection is an amazing local non-profit that works in conjunction with local restaurants, schools, and businesses to get unused food to soup kitchens and shelters that need it most.
We are excited to have the amazing team at Massage On Wheels on deck with free five-minute chair massages. And what is a party without local food, drinks, and music? So stop on by and help us ring in our next year of business right!

Tuesday, April 16, 2019
Womxn’s Empowerment Bookclub
Apr 16 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Firestorm Books

If you’ve been playing small, then this month’s book is for you! Playing Big by Tara Mohr will help you find the methods and courage to play bigger in your life and stop living small. All womxn are welcome. If you are too busy to read the book, check out this podcast with the author and you’ll get a good sense of it from there. https://www.dontkeepyourdayjob.com/episodes/tara-mohr

Come to April Bookclub and check out at Firestorm Books. We’ll meet on the 3rd Tues, April 16th at 6:30pm. #bookclub #avl #828isgreat #womensempowerment #asheville

Monday, April 22, 2019
Diaper Drive hosted by Aeroflow Healthcare
Apr 22 – Apr 26 all-day
Aeroflow Healthcare

Every mother wants to ensure their baby is happy, health and dry. Unfortunately, not all moms are able to provide diapers at the quantity they need. Most spend up to $80 a month on supplies and often have to make the decision between food or diapers. Help moms in need by donating a pack of diapers today!

All proceeds will be donated to Diaper Bank of North Carolina and distributed to the county with the highest child poverty rate in Western North Carolina (McDowell County – 25.9%).

Is your company interested in participating? Contact us for information on how you can have a donation box in your business.

Thursday, April 25, 2019
Dining Out For Life
Apr 25 all-day
100+ Participating Restaurants in Asheville & WNC

On Thursday, April 25, 100+ restaurants in Asheville & WNC will donate 20% of sales to the Western NC AIDS Project to support their mission of HIV Prevention & Care in our local community. Simply by dining out for breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks, or dessert, you will be helping to change – or save – a life!

Saturday, April 27, 2019
Asheville GreenWorks Awards & Trashion Show
Apr 27 all-day
DoubleTree by Hilto Biltmore-Asheville

Asheville GreenWorks 2nd annual Environmental Excellence Awards & Trashion Show featuring over 20 local designers strutting their one of a kind eco-fashion designs down the runway. VIP tickets get an open bar, front row seating and a VIP meet and greet.