Interested in getting involved with Down Home NC? Attend our crash course which will give you the tools to have deep conversations with friends and families about the issues that matter most to you. We will discuss how Down Home NC will be using these tools to win in 2020.

Our next ICE CREAM FOR DEMOCRACY event will take place Saturday, September 5th from 1:00-4:30pm!

The Sweet Ride Asheville ice cream truck will make two stops in East Asheville: Haw Creek (1-2:30pm) and an East Asheville apartment neighborhood nearby (3-4:30pm). We will be distributing information about voter registration and mail-in ballots, as well giving out free ice cream treats for the kiddos.

Please consider volunteering Saturday, September 5th!

Here is the link to the google form, which volunteers should fill out in order to register:
https://bit.ly/volunteer0905

Schedule:
1:00-2:30pm
Haw Creek: RendezVous parking lot
184 New Haw Creek Rd.

3:00-4:30pm
East Asheville Apartments
Location: TBA

Additional information on our website:
https://indivisibleavl.org/event/ice-cream-for-voting-sept-5/

Join us for a relaxing ride through quiet countryside on your way to small town life in western North Carolina on the Tuckasegee River Excursion. Departing from Bryson City, this 4 hour excursion travels 32 miles round-trip to Dillsboro and back to the Bryson City Depot. Pass by the famous movie set of The Fugitive starring Harrison Ford!

The Tuckasegee (tuck-uh-SEE-jee) River Excursion includes an 1½ hour layover in the historic town of Dillsboro, where you’ll find more than 50 shops, restaurants, bed and breakfasts and country inns. There is time to shop, snack, and visit the many unique shops before returning to Bryson City.

In this series of Virtual Goddess Channeling and Alignment Circles, we will work with shamanic technologies to connect with multidimensional Beings of Light to receive support throughout our current global paradigm shift. We will tap into energy streams of Quantum Light frequencies to raise our vibrations and receive messages from Kuan Yin, Mother Mary, Pele, Kali and other Transformative Goddesses who are lovingly here to assist us as we move through any energetic obstructions to fulfill our greatest potential. Learn how to access and divinely nourish yourself with the Quantum Light during this special Virtual Goddess event.

This week we will journey to the sacred Peru, receiving Pachamama’s blessings and a Light Language transmission from Machu Picchu.

For more information or to schedule a private session visit:
http://www.quantumlightpractice.com

Taste 3 for Free when you join us in the shop for weekly Saturday Afternoon Tastings.

Come phone bank with Down Home NC members. We will be calling community members to talk about the election and getting involved with Down Home NC.

The weather is warm and the cicadas are sounding off which makes us dream of kicking back in a lawn chair in Pack Square, listening to some serious pickin’. Don’t fret, Shindig lovers. The Folk Heritage Committee has gotten creative about ways to safely connect. They’ll be posting 15 videos online of some of our favorite past performances from 2 p.m. until 9 p.m. every Saturday through September 5! On the final Saturday you can expect to see some newly created videos to get you up dancin’ wherever you might be.

Our next ICE CREAM FOR DEMOCRACY event will take place Saturday, September 5th from 1:00-4:30pm!

The Sweet Ride Asheville ice cream truck will make two stops in East Asheville: Haw Creek (1-2:30pm) and an East Asheville apartment neighborhood nearby (3-4:30pm). We will be distributing information about voter registration and mail-in ballots, as well giving out free ice cream treats for the kiddos.

Please consider volunteering Saturday, September 5th!

Here is the link to the google form, which volunteers should fill out in order to register:
https://bit.ly/volunteer0905

Schedule:
1:00-2:30pm
Haw Creek: RendezVous parking lot
184 New Haw Creek Rd.

3:00-4:30pm
East Asheville Apartments
Location: TBA

Additional information on our website:
https://indivisibleavl.org/event/ice-cream-for-voting-sept-5/

Then join us for a fun and physical virtual theatre class that combines reading, creative movement, acting, music, and art! In lively Zoom classes rooted in creative play and inspired by literature, students will explore improvisation, acting through movement, character development, and more. 

The Dave Hart Scholarship Fund was created in memory of Studio 52’s friend, artist, and educator Dave Hart.
​Dave believed that all students, no matter their background or resources, benefit from participating in theatre.

​​A small number of full and partial need-based scholarships are available upon application. 
Applications are due by September 4. Please fill out the Scholarship Application Form which includes basic student, guardian, and household information as well as a short written statement outlining the purpose and significance of a scholarship. Recipients will be notified via email by September 9.

Does your little kid have a big imagination and lots of energy? Then join us for a fun and physical virtual theatre class that combines reading, creative movement, acting, music, and art! In lively Zoom classes rooted in creative play and inspired by literature, students will explore improvisation, acting through movement, character development, and more. 

Mondays from 3 – 3:45 PM
Sep. 21 – Nov. 16
K – 2nd Grades
Weekly Zoom class
Instructor: Tania Battista
$150

Does your little kid have a big imagination and lots of energy? Then join us for a fun and physical virtual theatre class that combines reading, creative movement, acting, music, and art! In lively Zoom classes rooted in creative play and inspired by literature, students will explore improvisation, acting through movement, character development, and more. 

Mondays from 3 – 3:45 PM
Sep. 21 – Nov. 16
K – 2nd Grades
Weekly Zoom class
Instructor: Tania Battista
$150

Does your little kid have a big imagination and lots of energy? Then join us for a fun and physical virtual theatre class that combines reading, creative movement, acting, music, and art! In lively Zoom classes rooted in creative play and inspired by literature, students will explore improvisation, acting through movement, character development, and more.

Mondays from 3 – 3:45 PM
Sep. 21 – Nov. 16
K – 2nd Grades
Weekly Zoom class
Instructor: Tania Battista
$150Does your little kid have a big imagination and lots of energy? Then join us for a fun and physical virtual theatre class that combines reading, creative movement, acting, music, and art! In lively Zoom classes rooted in creative play and inspired by literature, students will explore improvisation, acting through movement, character development, and more. 

Mondays from 3 – 3:45 PM
Sep. 21 – Nov. 16
K – 2nd Grades
Weekly Zoom class
Instructor: Tania Battista
$150

I’ve written enough songs (and then some) for a new album and I want you to help me fine-tune them! I’ll be playing songs, telling stories, and maybe even host a surprise guest or two. All live from my new apartment in lovely Shelby, NC. Tune in every Saturday at 4PM ET.

https://www.facebook.com/events/298093431395361/?event_time_id=298093438062027

In this workshop, you will gain an insight into ayurvedic cooking. This type of cooking is not only delicious, it is an ancient system of health. The first part of the workshop will focus on cooking principles and its staples; using the unique collection of Ayurvedic spices and the wisdom of combining different food groups to achieve optimum health. The second part will focus on the health quiz, where each participant will be able to get an initial Ayurvedic assessment and leave the class with the first step in their personalized journey of a healthy lifestyle.

Explore improvisation, characterization, voice and speech, costume design, and more as you create an original virtual play! With a combination of weekly in-person classes and one private 20-minute session with your instructor, students will develop, memorize, film, and share a video of their role in the play. At the end of the semester, each actor’s part will be edited together to create a virtual performance!

3rd – 5th Grades
Weekly Zoom class, one 20-minute private lesson
Instructors: Anna Kimmell, Tania Battista

Make ‘em laugh in a musical comedy class combining silliness and song! This virtual class integrates acting, singing, improv, and movement as actors use their voices, bodies, and imaginations to develop hilarious Broadway repertoire. At the end of the semester, students will share their uproarious musical revue in a one-of-a-kind virtual showcase.

Sep. 24 – Nov. 19
3rd – 5th Grades
Weekly Zoom class, one 20-minute private lesson
Instructors: Anna Kimmell, Matthew Glover

We are so excited to announce that we are reopening for dine-in, take-out, and delivery on August 26th. From our contactless payments, to online ordering to digital waitlists, and countless other new safety measures, we’ve been busy making lots of changes to help keep our staff, guests and community safe. One thing we haven’t changed is our commitment to provide you with the best quality food, drinks, and service in town. We will be open Wednesday through Sunday nights for dinner, and while we encourage reservations, walk-in tables are also available utilizing our mobile waitlist. Additionally we offer pick-up or delivery with online ordering available on our website. We would also like to announce a change in our management. After decades of fantastic work in the service industry, Sam Douglas, is leaving to be able to spend more time with his family and explore opportunities in real estate. While we are sad to see him go, we’re excited to announce that our Executive Chef, Chris Benson, will be adding the role of General Manager. He’ll bring along some familiar faces to help him, Savanna Millet as Front of House Manager and Christopher Ducker as Sous Chef. Using their combined 50 years of industry experience, they’ll work together to make sure Bone & Broth continues to be your favorite spot in town. We’ve all missed you so much and look forward to getting to serve you once again.

Lights, camera, action! “Let’s go to the movies” in this fun class celebrating

Weekly Zoom class, one 20-minute private coaching
Instructors: Anna Kimmell, Matthew Glover

Tuesdays from 4:30 – 5:30 PM

Lights, camera, action! “Let’s go to the movies” in this fun class celebrating songs of the silver screen! In a combination of weekly Zoom sessions and one private coaching, young actors will work with Studio 52 faculty to develop their skills in vocal technique, acting through song, and movement. The semester culminates in a one-of-a-kind movie musical revue, presented in a final virtual screening! 

Dive into the development of full and fun characters in this imaginative acting class where students learn about character creation and analysis. With an emphasis on improvisation, collaboration, and self-scripting, actors will leave feeling more confident making bold and specific choices on screen, on stage, and in life. At the end of the semester, actors will share their original characters in a one-of-a-kind virtual showcase.

Weekly Zoom class
Instructor: TJ Medel

Private shows with interior & exterior seating , first come first serve.

25 seats available per night

TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ls-orchard-winery-2-eves-of-blake-christiana-of-yarn-rain-or-shine-tickets-115291465878?fbclid=IwAR0ZsMUpKFmjy_fEOGP7MTJHd8ijAE6vijNn6d6yQabE5mdYm5aDR1hw4FY

A favorite to Western NC, the Brown Mountain Lightning Bugs are lighting up the Nantahala River! Stop by for some folk-americana music.

Learn more about the band here.

Hone your ability to create honest characters, feel confident connecting and collaborating with others, and discover freedom and playfulness. In this class for high school actors (both beginners and experienced performers), students will explore performance technique in the development of monologues (which can be used for future auditions), as well as digging deep into character objectives and tactics. At the end of the semester, share your newfound skills in a final virtual showcase.

Tuesdays from 6 – 7 PM
Sep. 22 – Nov. 17
9th – 12th Grades
​Weekly Zoom class
Instructors: Betsy Bisson, Lisa K. Bryant
​

Come enjoy an evening of live music, food and drinks at the Isis patio and lawn. Reservations are highly recommended.

The Venardos Circus, a touring Broadway-style animal free production, is thrilled to announce it will return with a brand-new livestream production on Saturday, September 5, 2020. Venardos Circus will perform one show at 4:00 P.M. PDT. No live audience seating will be available near the performance site, just via the Internet. Access to the livestream will require a ticket which costs $18.50 per person, three for $29.99 or larger multi-pack discounts are available at their website here. Sponsorships are also available. Venardos Circus has pivoted from its usual format for the time being, in response to COVID-19. Livestreams provide the opportunity for The Venardos Circus to bring a little circus magic to audiences not only in the U.S. but around the world.

The Jupiter String Quartet is a particularly intimate group now enjoying their sixteenth year together; this tight-knit ensemble is firmly established as an important voice in the world of chamber music. Artists-in-Residence at the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana, the Jupiter String Quartet feels a particular connection to the core string quartet repertoire but are also strongly committed to new music. They have commissioned new works from several notable composers.

Michael Brown has been described as “one of the leading figures in the current renaissance of performer-composers” (The New York Times). His unique artistry is reflected in his creative approach to programming, which often interweaves the classics and his own compositions.

PROGRAM

JOSEPH HAYDN: String Quartet in A major, Op. 20, No. 6
JOSEPH HAYDN: Fantasia in C major, Hob. XVII:4, “Capriccio”, Michael Brown, piano
FELIX MENDELSSOHN: Variations Sérieuses, Op. 54 (1841), Michael Brown, piano
BEETHOVEN: String Quartet No. 15 in A minor, Op. 132

The Arboretum’s popular ArborEvenings summer after hours series will return this season with a special LEGO twist. Held every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, July through September, from 8 to 11 …

We’re celebrating our 2nd Anniversary with a pop-up showing of Rear Window. We can relate to being stuck inside after all . . . limited tickets to ensure social distancing. Tickets available through Grail’s website.