Calendar of Events

The annual display of Nativity sets from around the world. Last year we had 260 Nativity sets from 60 countries and 1200 attendees.

https://www.facebook.com/events/180399826170359/

We’ve tapped Addison Farms’ 2017 Coming Home Cabernet Sauvignon. The Cabernet Sauvignon were the first grapes planted in the vineyard and were the impetus for Jeff and Dianne to come home from Atlanta, which is something they had been wanting to do for some time. Coming Home to the family farm and working to preserve the family farm is celebrated with each bottle of Coming Home.

Meet the owner, Jeff Frisbee, and winemaker, Shruthi Dhoopati.

https://www.facebook.com/events/285411768986007/

You’re invited to the Focal Point Holiday Party to benefit the SPARC Foundation! Celebrate the holiday season at Urban Orchard Cider Co. South Slope from 5-7 pm on December 19.

In the spirit of giving, we will be holding a fundraising raffle for The SPARC Foundation, and Urban Orchard is generously donating 10% of proceeds. SPARC is focused on community safety and healthy families. They aim to keep people out of institutional care and in their home communities through skill building, education and resources.

Please RSVP via this event (just click “going”) or email us at [email protected]. Food provided, cash bar. Urban Orchard is located at 24 Buxton Avenue. We can’t wait to see you there!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1499751733501644/

Come join us for our first Tap Takeover! Leslie from One World Brewing will be in the house as we pour 7 of their delicious beers from our taps!

We will also tap into some beers that we’ve been saving for a special occasion…and other surprises! You don’t want to miss it!

https://www.facebook.com/events/201865647363797/

Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.

Candlelight Christmas Evenings*
Saturday, November 3, 2018 – Saturday, January 5, 2019 (Select Dates)

*Check website for availability/dates
*By reservation only.
*Pricing varies by date.

Candlelight, firelight, and live music bring holiday warmth to the extravagant holiday décor of Biltmore House, creating an evening to remember. Evening guests can also take advantage of Antler Hill Village & Winery to enjoy free wine tastings. Advance reservations are required for evening visits.

Learn more about #ChristmasAtBiltmore or plan your visit: biltmore.com/Christmas

https://www.facebook.com/events/1524627331014393/?event_time_id=1524627341014392

Join Appalachian Folk herbalist, Traditional Witch and forager Rebecca Beyer from www.bloodandpsicebush.com for Defense Against the Dark Arts. There is darkness all around us. And that is ok. Not all things are love and light.

Here is how to defend yourself against them. We’ll cover grounding and shielding, charms from folklore for defense of the self, home, vehicle, and others. We’ll also begin to delve into undead spirits, non-human entities, and land wights. Of course, we’ll meet some plants who can aid us on the way. ​

10-25$ sliding scale.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1926292744347098/

An evening to celebrate our volunteers, sustainers, and all of the BeLoved community!

Come share in delicious food, live music, good conversation and celebration of all the ways we are getting free and solving community struggles together!

Hear from some of our community members about the awesome things accomplished in our community this year! AND get a sneak peek at the exciting work to come in 2019 with the building of BeLoved’s Tiny Home Village!

Everyone is welcome!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1051678355019884/

ASHEVILLE’S BEST FREE WINE TASTING HIGH-END CALIFORNIA HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
Please welcome William “Bill” O’Friel Back To The Tasting Bar For Our High-End California Holiday Spectacular

Champagne TBD (maybe Veuve, Pol Roger)

Belle Glos Clark & Telephone Pinot Noir

Dariush Caravan Red

Newton Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon

Honig Cabernet Sauvignon

Our Wine Wednesdays, include one *free sample from each of our hand selected fine wine features (up to four wines). New wines are chosen each week.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1966525293397203/

“A Christmas Carol” appears for one week at the Red Rocker Inn in Black Mountain, North Carolina.

“A Christmas Carol” is a raucous and fun retelling of the Charles Dickens classic A Christmas Carol. This one-man show will be appearing in December at the Red Rocker Inn for the week before Christmas.

Beautifully staged at the historic Red Rocker Inn Bed & Breakfast and Restaurant in Black Mountain, NC. Always charming, the inn will be lavishly decorated in her holiday finest. Menu includes prime rib and other festive delights served with impeccable style.

“A Christmas Carol” is a call to return to family and to bring love and caring for the less fortunate. The production is one-third Masterpiece Theater and two-thirds live interactive Comedic Theater. Dickens’s biting commentary on a life based on a banker’s balance sheet is as fresh and funny as yesterday’s news.

Performance Dates in 2017:
Tuesday December 18th at 6:00 PM
Wednesday, December 19th at 6:00 PM
Friday, December 21st at 6:00 PM
Saturday, December 22nd at 6:00 PM

The Red rocker Inn: 136 N Dougherty St, Black Mountain, NC 28711
http://www.RedRockerInn.com
http://www.ericwolf.org/scrooge/
Ticket Cost:
$65.00 Dinner Included
Reserve Tickets:
(828) 669-5991

https://www.facebook.com/events/263397757568267/?event_time_id=263397780901598

DIYabled Community Mixer !
DIYabled is a non profit that educated people about disability and the civil rights of people living with them. One of the things we strongly believe in is the presence of community. So DIYabled is hosting community mixers where people from the community can hang out.
At this event there will be Christmas Portraits (people can try on all awesome vintage clothes Fleetwood’s had) , eat some food a dessert (haven’t decided what yet ?), and fun. All donations will go to DIYabled.

https://www.facebook.com/events/255938165083071/

Lake Julian Festival of Lights has become a tradition for many mountain families and visitors. The driving-only tour includes thousands of dazzling lights and displays placed along a magical journey on the road circling Lake Julian Park.

Lake Julian Festival of Lights takes place nightly from December 2-23. Want to experience the show by foot? Lights by the Lake Stroll Night is on Saturday, December 1. Please check our Facebook event page for information on any closings due to winter weather.

Tickets are $10 at the gate ($8 in advance) for a standard passenger car or van. A portion of the proceeds benefit Buncombe County Special Olympics.

https://www.facebook.com/events/260293307959881/?event_time_id=260293381293207

$35 per person Seats are limited!

How do I register?

You can register on our website, thetwistedpear.net. All class reservations must be made in advance to hold your spot. Choosing “going” on the Facebook event does not guarantee a seat. Once you have paid online, your space is reserved.

Who can come?

Classes are open to everyone! All ages are welcome. We do recommend that children under 12 be joined by an adult.

What to wear?

We do provide aprons, but dress comfortably keeping in mind that paint will stain your clothing.

What if I register, but can’t make it?

Cancellations made more than 48 hours in advance may receive a refund or a credit to a future class. Cancellations made within 48 hours will receive a class credit. No credit or refunds will be issued for no shows. Sorry!

Can I have a private class?

Sure! We offer private classes for groups of 8 or more. Cost is $35 per person, and you get to pick your group’s painting! Message us to discuss available dates.

Can I bring food?

We do offer a bar area that serves wine and beer. You cannot bring in any outside alcohol, but you are welcome to bring in snacks.

https://www.facebook.com/events/513752185789334/

Experience Asheville’s brightest holiday tradition at Winter Lights at The North Carolina Arboretum. Walk through an outdoor winter wonderland and see the Arboretum’s gardens dressed in more than half-a-million holiday lights. Roast s’mores by the fire, listen to your favorite holiday tunes or enjoy a cup of hot cocoa, cider or beer. Proceeds from the event will support the Arboretum’s educational programs, exhibit and facilities year-round.

Tickets range from $8-18 and must be purchased in advance online at www.ncwinterlights.com.

https://www.facebook.com/events/183329605927836/?event_time_id=183329669261163

Join us Dec. 19 at THE BLOCK off biltmore for the next installment of World Wide Wednesdays, with this month’s event highlighting our Sister City of Osogbo, Africa, home of the Osun River and also known as the City of Plenty. This fun evening will feature:
• Music and dance from Les Amis, featuring Adama, Melody Sufia and Ona Armstrong
• African food by Soces
• Presentations by Dr. Daniel Foor, founder of Ancestral Medicine, and Professor Isaac Owolabi, District Governor of Rotary International for Western North Carolina

This event is open to the public, and the suggested donation is $10.

https://www.facebook.com/events/263082711020097/

School is out and we want to celebrate by having a social and fundraiser with our good friends Ben and Jerry! Come and eat ice cream from 6:30-8:30 and 20% of the profits go towards YO! What?! So come out and support your favorite local LGBT+ youth non-profit and eat your favorite ice cream!!

https://www.facebook.com/events/343699019782124/

Join us for a Sparkling Wine Dinner to ring in the Holidays! Chef Michael has perfectly paired sparkling wines from around the world to tantalize our taste buds! Drew Summers, of Advintage Distributing will be our tour guide on this delightful journey! He will even be wowing us with his saber technique! Merit might even give it a try! You don’t want to miss this! Come help us celebrate 2018 and get ready to ring in 2019! Cost is $50 per person. Please contact the store to reserve your spot! 828-595-2236
Menu:
Sriracha & Wasabi Devilled Eggs | Sake, Ginger, Chives
Shrimp Bisque | Sherry, Crème Fraiche, Caviar
Poached Pear Salad | Winter Leaves, Tomatoes, Champagne Vinaigrette
Mac ‘n’ Cheese| Brie, Black Truffles
Chocolate-Orange Mousse | Vanilla Whipped Cream, Raspberry

https://www.facebook.com/events/354777081774257/

Junior League of Asheville Members Only:

Have you been struggling to create graphics that represent your project or small business properly? Is using Photoshop just too complicated for what you need?

Please join the JLA Communications Council for a unique graphic design tutorial using the online tool, Canva. We will be learning simple design techniques to create graphics that inspire action from their viewer, whether for business or personal purposes. We will also be discussing marketing, branding, and even printing strategies to expand the reach of your graphics.

Please bring a laptop or smart phone with you to this training. You do not need a Canva.com account to participate in this training.

This training will be led by JLA VP of Communications, Natalie Ray, who has over 15 years of professional marketing experience and is currently the Marketing Director of Asheville Periodontics.

https://www.facebook.com/events/270483016987600/

The French Broad Valley Music Association jam session is focused on regional fiddle tunes and songs. Carol Rifkin and John Mitchell cohost weekly, bring an instrument to play or just enjoy the music, its free, kid friendly, donations encouraged. Key Players are intermediate to advanced but beginners are most welcome and encouraged to attend to listen, learn/quietly play along. More experienced players sit in the inner circle and take turns choosing fiddle tunes or songs. Guests, families and kids are invited to listen and often sing along. This style of community play has been used to entertain and pass down music to kids for generations.

The French Broad Valley Music Association is a 501c3 non-profit organization formed to celebrate local musical heritage. “Our community. Our music. Our sense of place.”

https://www.facebook.com/events/1979894692038890/?event_time_id=1979894695372223

The Fourmata quartet will be competing with 14 other (Jr Varsity quartet contest) at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville in January! Enjoy an evening of singing, group-singing and fun, sponsored by Asheville a cappella groups.
#BHSOPRY

https://www.facebook.com/events/342353493016555/

Always been curious about Bellydance? Now is your chance to try! Come learn Bellydance 101 with Charlotte in this free introductory class. Class will focus on posture, isolations and layering to give students a solid understanding of body mechanics and ability to string moves together!

Space is limited, reserve your spot here: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=330572&stype=-104&sView=day&sLoc=0&date=12/19/18

https://www.facebook.com/events/304458110174013/

Tour Gatlinburg’s most dazzling light displays by hopping aboard the Gatlinburg Trolley Ride of Lights! This popular winter tradition is the perfect way to see our mountain town in all its Winter Magic splendor. Get your tickets today!

https://www.facebook.com/events/726348577700947/?event_time_id=726348601034278

¡Triskatrivia!

Wednesday nights are for Themed Trivia! Every Wednesday will be a new themed trivia night.

Teams can be up to six people, no phones, no yelling out of answers. There will be several rounds of questions, each a different category based on the night’s theme. There will also be a “Very Hard Questions” round, in which the players on the winning team will all get a free beer.

Glorious prizes will be awarded to the first and second place teams.

Come on out and show off your Brainz!!!

https://www.facebook.com/events/597876384004364/?event_time_id=597876414004361

$12 Advance / $12 Day of Show

An evening of heart-stirring melody and evocative lyrics about love, loss, and home from Asheville songwriter Hannah Kaminer and Bristol troubadour JP Parsons.

Seated Lounge Show:: Limited Tables Available with a Dinner Reservation :: All Other Seating is First Come First Serve General Admission :: Please Call Venue for Dinner (Table) Reservations

https://www.facebook.com/events/2443483169055026/

Singer/guitarist, Izzi Hughes, is no newcomer to music or performing. She brings a youthful energy to every performance, while “wowing” the audience with her musical maturity. Her eclectic mix of songs will remind you of the old ones you have forgotten, while putting a unique twist on the new ones of today.
She will be joined by Cole Jenkins, a childhood friend and fellow musician.

https://www.facebook.com/events/318271462073009/

Come join us for New Groove’s open mic night hosted by J.Stephens. Whether you’re coming out to share your talent with us or just coming out to hear some of the best singers and songwriters in the upstate while enjoying some of the finest craft beer, it’s gonna be a fantastic evening. See y’all there.

https://www.facebook.com/events/299252854266043/

Come out and enjoy our new Chill Hill Winter Ale along with$.75 wings and some fun trivia questions with cool prizes!!!

https://www.facebook.com/events/581785678910963/

Trivia is held the first and third Wednesdays in the taproom at Homeplace Beer Company. This is the last round of this trivia season! Hog Hollow Wood Fired Pizza Truck will be on site at 5PM.

https://www.facebook.com/events/313705239246769/

Join us for bubbles and wine at Trade and Lore!! It’s high time we got into something a little less sweaty and met each other outside the studio. Plus it’s the holidays!!

We will not be doing a gift exchange at the social this year, just simply enjoying each-other’s company (but you can participate in the secret Santa at the studio). We will provide the bubbles, wine will be available for purchase.

Evening Cycle + Core that day will be shortened to just 45 minutes cycle so that you can make it to class and join us after.

There is a parking deck directly behind Trade and Lore for your convenience!

We look forward to toasting and spending time with y’all.

https://www.facebook.com/events/261037968099473/