Calendar of Events
Upcoming events and things to do in Asheville, NC. Below is a list of events for festivals, concerts, art exhibitions, group meetups and more.
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We are teaming up with our Brewery of the Month, Foothills Brewing, and French Broad Chocolates for a Truffle and Beer Pairing.
Grab your Sweetheart or Galentine and come on down for some serious goodness.
There will be 5 decadent truffles creatively paired with delicious brews.
Evan from the FBCL and Ryan from Foothills Brewery will both be here breaking down each pairing.
Tickets are $20
https://www.facebook.com/events/1998800020428730/
It’s a great time of year to learn new sexy skills!
In this two hour workshop you will learn an entire striptease and lap dance to Etta James’ “I Just Want to Make Love to You”. We will combine classic burlesque striptease with fun, seductive lap dance moves to enjoy for yourself or your very lucky lover, and just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Drink bubbly, eat chocolate, learn new things, (which may include twirling your very own heart tassels, or ass tassels!), and have a fun, girly time!
$40 – Sign up here to reserve your spot!
https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=330572&stype=-8&sView=day&sLoc=0
Clothing items to bring:
– A dress that is not too difficult to take off
– An outer layer: shawl, robe, anything that makes you feel sexy
– Thigh high stockings
– High heels
– A bra
https://www.facebook.com/events/2731677950192739/
Weekly tour to learn more about us and our production process. Tickets are $12 (no reservation needed)
https://www.facebook.com/events/242724763258957/?event_time_id=242724893258944
Join us for a stimulating discussion on the history of American fascism and its relationship to the Trump Era.
Most of us have been taught, and continue to believe, that fascism is a totalitarian form of government featuring dictators like Mussolini and Hitler. All fascism in world history must resemble these two models. In his new primer, “The Coming of the American Behemoth: The Origins of Fascism in the United States, 1920-1940,” author Michael Roberto asks us to reconsider the nature of fascism and its American manifestations.
Taking root in the movement of monopoly-finance capital during the Great Boom of the 1920s and the Great Depression of the 1930s, American fascism differed in its particular national form from its European counterparts. In this presentation, Michael will point to the social and political character of these fascist processes as they arose from capitalist imperatives and the needs of what was then called “Big Business.” The threat of fascism from finance capital will be contrasted with that of “small fry fascisiti,” including Asheville’s own William Dudley Pelley, who created the Silver Shirts in 1933.
Michael Joseph Roberto retired in 2016 from the faculty of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, the largest historically black educational institution in the United States, where he taught contemporary world history. A longtime political activist in Greensboro, NC, he has worked as a journalist and published essays in Monthly Review, Socialism and Democracy, and other scholarly journals.
https://www.facebook.com/events/367882863789014/
Come grab a beer with us at Ecusta Brewing, where we will be available to answer any questions about ash trees or our work treating the Emerald Ash Borer infestation. We will stick around from 4-6PM, and $1 from every Dead Drift IPA sold will go to the campaign! We hope you’ll be inspired to help us Save Pisgah’s Ashes and kick off the campaign right!.
https://www.facebook.com/events/570430776806641/
One Choir, Many Voices
Singing gently at the thresholds of life in over 200 communities around the world.
Our goal is to bring ease and comfort to those at the thresholds of living and dying. A calm and focused presence at the bedside, with gentle voices, simple songs, and sincere kindness, can be soothing and reassuring to clients, family, and caregivers alike.
Many of the songs we offer are composed by Threshold Choir members specifically to communicate ease, comfort, and presence. Because our songs are not religiously oriented, our singing is appropriate for those who are deeply spiritual, whether religious or not.
The service is our gift; there is no charge.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2216677308592224/?event_time_id=2216677315258890
The Winter Youth Retreats are an opportunity for adventure, spiritual growth and worship in the mountains of Western North Carolina! While energized worship with great bands is built into every program weekend, groups now have more freedom in choosing their recreational activities. You can ski or do a mission project during your time at Lake Junaluska.
This year’s theme is Be Fearless, inspired by Psalms 118:6 “The Lord is with me, I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?”
The world can feel like a scary place. With the Lord on our side, we are freed from fear and freed to live into who we were created to be. When your youth come to Lake Junaluska this winter they will be bolstered by the word of God through powerful worship, and will learn to Be Fearless in faith, fellowship and fun.
Join speaker Stephanie Hand and worship band The Stephens Family at Lake Junaluska this winter. Lodging and meal packages are available, starting from $186/person. Call 800-222-4930 to book or visit lakejunaluska.com/winteryouth for more information!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2275285319462204/
Come learn about some of the herbs that every green witch should have in their apothecary. We will discuss their medicinal & magical properties, drink some tea & learn a love spell ♥
https://www.facebook.com/events/2045005028893537/
Visit The Hub to sample some of AleSmith Brewing Company’s beers. There will be free samples as well as beer for purchase on tap or to carry out. AleSmith is located in San Diego, CA.
https://www.facebook.com/events/327497414712041/
Attention Beer Enthusiasts……….Tap Takeover w/ Durty Bull Brewing Co. All pints $5 each. Buy 2 pints and keep a glass. (one glass per customer)
https://www.facebook.com/events/622863308167867/
Join us on Saturday, February 9, 2019, for your chance to win up to $50,000 cash!
Selected winners will report to the Rotunda and select an envelope from the Lucky Money Tree!
Earn entries now – February 9 at 9:00pm!
Activate your entries by playing or swiping your Total Rewards card at a Promotions kiosk!
Drawings will take place every hour from 6:00pm – 10:00pm!
All prizes will be awarded in cash.
*Free Total Rewards® card required. Harrah’s reserves the right to modify or cancel this promotion at any time. Must be 21 or older to enter casino floor and to gamble, and must present a valid state or federal photo ID upon request. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-522-4700. An Enterprise of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. ©2019, Caesars License Company, LLC.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2996118357080409/
Bid on ‘Manly Man’ services at auction
Proceeds to benefit Haywood Schools Foundation
Women of Waynesville will host a Manly Man Auction at 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9, at Frog Level Brewing to raise funds for the Haywood County Schools Foundation.
Attendees will be able to bid on a variety of professional services, handyman services and date packages offered up by highly-qualified men in the community. Some of the bidding packages include lawn care services, firewood cutting services, a survival training camping trip for two, private ballroom dancing lessons, percussion lessons, an estate plan, and more.
WOW member Celeste Ybanez, also the chief operating officer of Frog Level Brewing, is campaigning to be crowned Queen at the school foundation’s annual Mardi Gras Ball on Feb. 23 — to win she has to raise the most funds for the foundation. All donations will benefit the foundation’s mission of providing classroom grants for teachers and scholarships for graduating seniors. In the last few years, WOW members have helped raise more than $25,000 for the schools foundation. WOW’s mission is to support the needs of women and children in Haywood County.
There is no cover charge for the Manly Man Auction event. If you have a service you would like to donate for the auction, call 828.550.9978.
https://www.facebook.com/events/790631411281760/
Join us for a shared meal made up of dishes prepared from our new cookbook. Bring a dish to share or just come hungry.
https://www.facebook.com/events/629532274144324/
We had such a great time hosting our first salsa night that we’re doing it again! Get ready to spice up the dance floor at Blue Ghost on February 9th at 7PM.
Don’t know how to Salsa? We’ll have plenty of folks in attendance who will be happy to get you started.
Mark your calendars and get out your dancing shoes now!
https://www.facebook.com/events/955012948164145/
February is going to be a month full of live music from the best of the best! 9 different nights you’ll get to listen to some amazing musicians while you sit back and enjoy your brew. Each performance will be 7:00-10:00 pm plus an extra performance from 4-6 on the 16th!
Live Music Schedule:
Feb. 1st – Johnnie Blackwell
Feb. 2nd – Rob Banks
Feb. 8th – Andrew Thelston
Feb. 9th – Johnnie Blackwell
Feb. 15th – Seth Brand
Feb. 16th – Guitar Heals (4-6 pm)
Feb. 16th – Johnnie Blackwell
Feb. 22nd – Rob Banks
Feb. 23rd – Andrew Thelston
https://www.facebook.com/events/283184475691845/
Check out this month’s live music lineup:
Friday 2/1 Supatight
Saturday 2/2 Sidecar Honey
Sunday 2/3 Station Underground
Friday 2/8 Porch 40
Saturday 2/9 Laura Blackley
Friday 2/15 Scott Moss
Saturday 2/16 Likewise
Friday 2/22 Devils in Dust
Saturday 2/23 Whiskeyhickon Boys
https://www.facebook.com/events/1840699919369829/?event_time_id=1840699936036494
Monster Jam® Triple Threat Series™ brings adrenaline-charged family entertainment to fans across the country. These world-class Monster Jam vehicles and athletes deliver what fans want to see most…more trucks, more racing, more freestyle, more donuts, more wheelies, more action! Each event tests the versatility of the athletes as they go head-to-head in seven different competitions driving three different vehicles — Monster Jam trucks, Monster Jam Speedsters and Monster Jam ATVs. These athletes battle for points in challenging Racing and Freestyle events that push themselves and their machines to the limit. The point leader will receive an automatic bid to the prestigious Monster Jam World Finals® to compete for the title of World Champion.
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Tue, 25 Sep 2018 at 10:00 AM
Feld Presale : Tue, 18 Sep 2018 at 10:00 AM
Ticketmaster/Venue Presale : Thu, 20 Sep 2018 at 10:00 AM
https://www.facebook.com/events/1914133835555313/
Presented by the Middle School Academy students, come join in the magical celebration of love and lost in Once on this Island, Jr. With its poignant story and catchy Caribbean-flavored score, Once on This Island JR. is a highly original theatrical adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s popular fairy tale, The Little Mermaid, and the Tony-nominated Broadway musical by the legendary writing team, Ahrens and Flaherty.
Through almost non-stop song and dance, this full-hearted musical tells the story of Ti Moune, a peasant girl who rescues and falls in love with Daniel, a wealthy boy from the other side of her island. When Daniel is returned to his people, the fantastical gods who rule the island guide Ti Moune on a quest that will test the strength of her love against the powerful forces of prejudice, hatred and even death.
https://www.facebook.com/events/734138503639000/?event_time_id=734138513638999
Please join us for the 4th Annual YTL Sweethearts Supper fundraiser. The evening will feature a five course meal prepared by Chef Clarence Robinson of Cooking with Comedy Catering and Chef Quita Johnson of Ms. Quita’s Kitchen. Our host will be ZaKiya Bell-Rogers and music will be provided by Free Flow. There will also be a silent auction.
Tickets are $50 for individuals and $90 for couples, use the link above to purchase. You can also buy “gift” tickets for community members, which we will distribute.
All proceeds will go to support YTL programs.
Thank you to our sponsors Harmony Motors and Catawba Brewing.
https://www.facebook.com/events/338352770292032/
The Grand Ole Uproar frequently tours the Southeast, and has shared the stage with artists like Grammy Award winning Texas trio Los Lonely Boys, Zach Deputy, The Hackensaw Boys, PALEFACE, Drunken Prayer, The Deadstring Brothers, The Corbitt Brothers, Empire Strikes Brass, Cosmic Charlie, and the Straight 8s.
https://www.facebook.com/events/968583596664548/
These are our regular Public Events. If you want to schedule a private session you can here: https://www.betterthanunicorns.com/play-vr/
We pick the games, you pay a flat admission fee of $15 ($10 for students) and jam!
Come early… we will queue players up as you show up!
Sign our waiver, rules, and media release ahead of time here: https://www.betterthanunicorns.com/play-vr/
Bring your friends and #getyourheadinthegame!
Become a Patreon to join our inner circle to explore how deep the immersive rabbit hole goes: https://www.patreon.com/betterthanunicorns!
https://www.facebook.com/events/302734167026800/?event_time_id=302734223693461
“Bop and Evey” International Debut
Written by Caoimhín Ó Rían
Featuring David Yeates and Erin McCarson
A brother and a sister who have been disconnected in recent years find themselves back in their parents’ home for Christmas only to rediscover and attempt to solve their childhood issues. Watch Robert and Evelyn relive their former selves in this heartwarming comedic drama.
This play evolved from an Acting/Writing Exercise which took place in Coláiste Dhúlaigh in 2010, where two actors (Caoimhín Ó Rían and Megan Keegan) wrote and performed a short scene using language in the most unique and creative of fashions. “Bop and Evey” became one of the most celebrated creative achievements of the year and went on to perform on the Dublin Theatre scene.
(Contains Adult Material)
https://www.facebook.com/events/311797729452277/?event_time_id=311797736118943
Music to dine by. Sessions with Charlie Hunter and Geoff Clapp on drums in The Upper Room. Special entrees, craft beer and wine served at 6:30 with show starting at 7:30. Call to purchase tickets in advance. 828-430-4343
https://www.facebook.com/events/242438726667659/
Music by Tom Snow; Lyrics by Dean Pitchford; Stage Adaptation by Dean Pitchford and Walter Bobbie
A musical version of the 1984 film! When teenager Ren McCormack moves from Chicago to a small town, he isn’t prepared for the stifling local laws, including a ban on dancing and rock music instituted by the local preacher. As he struggles to fit in, he encourages his classmates to defy the local pastor and call for a rock’n’roll prom. Fist pump!
“Footloose” combines songs from the hit 1984 soundtrack with dynamic new songs – and though it might seem like just a lot of fun, it also celebrates the wisdom of opening minds and listening to the voices of young people. Director Jerry Crouch, music director Lynda Ferrell Shuler, and choreographer Tina Pisano-Foor have put together an incredible cast of students and adults from our community to bring “Footloose” to life!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2588474317859196/?event_time_id=2588474321192529
Set sail for laughter as Bertie Wooster revels in life aboard the Vanderley yacht. Bertie is the pampered guest of the lively Lady Stella (very fetching profile), accompanied, as always, by his peerless valet, Jeeves. If only Bertie’s pal Crumpet hadn’t assaulted a prince. In the blink of an eye, Bertie is masquerading as a romance novelist, Crumpet’s posing as his own long-lost twin, and a sinister foreign count is challenging Bertie to a duel. Will this madcap case of mistaken identities end in Bertie’s doom–or worse, his marriage? Have no fear; Jeeves will sort it all out.
https://www.facebook.com/events/207255683399759/?event_time_id=207255743399753
After an amazed crowd and a standing ovation last show here, we had no choice but to bring him back…. Live at The Artisan of Flat Rock, Malcolm Holcombe. Tickets $12.50 plus ticket handling fee.
The voice of Tom Waits, the melodic symphony of that of Leonard Cohen, and guitar picking like you have never heard before live…
“Malcolm Holcombe is possessed by a singular sort of solitary genius that, like the novelist William Faulkner, is yet the voice of an entire region – the South–and even of a generation, though somehow transcendent of it, timeless. If true greatness moves from the particular to the universal, his music speaks for all of humanity while remaining entirely his own.
A North Carolina son of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Holcombe belongs to a tradition of bardic singer-songwriters that includes such legends as Townes Van Zandt, Blaze Foley, Gurf Morlix and David Olney. He is an acclaimed contemporary of Emmylou Harris and Steve Earle and has shared the stage with Merle Haggard, Richard Thompson, John Hammond, and Leon Russell. Yet Holcombe stands apart, his soul-stirring lyrics are hill country high poetry, the music pure back roads. His musicianship is uncanny, like no other, as though he had invented the guitar.” — Alan Kaufman
https://www.facebook.com/events/375191223004529/
An eccelctic mix of blues, folk, americana msic
https://www.facebook.com/events/235622500693337/
Broadway’s hit crowd-pleaser takes you to the stoops of the Bronx in the 1960s – where a young man is caught between the father he loves and the mob boss he’d love to be.
Bursting with high-energy dance numbers and original doo-wop tunes from Alan Menken, the songwriter of Beauty and the Beast, A Bronx Tale is an unforgettable story of loyalty and family.
Academy Award® winner Robert De Niro and Tony® winner Jerry Zaks direct this streetwise musical – based on Academy Award nominee Chazz Palminteri’s story – that The New York Times hails as “A Critics’ Pick! The kind of tale that makes you laugh and cry.”
https://www.facebook.com/events/432467697173300/?event_time_id=432467707173299
Known for its high-energy, positive sound, Acoustic Syndicate delivers a genre-defying performance, masterfully blending its eclectic influences with trademark finesse that only 17 years of cohesive teamwork can bring.
Acoustic Syndicate is the product of Cleveland County’s McMurry clan. Guitarist Steve “Big Daddy” McMurry is joined by his cousins, Bryon McMurry on banjo and Fitz McMurry on drums. The three McMurrys also bring a trademark vocal trio that only a lifetime of singing together can deliver.
Joining the McMurrys in 1998 on bass, Jay Sanders has become part of the family. A long time resident of Asheville, NC, his seamless blending of musical genres and driving style brought a completion to the band’s sound that continues to characterize and define. When not with Acoustic Syndicate, Jay can now be seen playing with Donna The Buffalo or his own group, The E.Normus Trio.
Formed in 1992, Acoustic Syndicate has had a long and storied career. They spent well over a dozen years on the road, playing at the original Bonnaroo, MerleFest, the Telluride Bluegrass Festival, Memphis in May and many many other clubs, festivals and events.
The band had the distinct honor of being invited to perform as a part of FarmAid in 2001, a significant occasion in respect to their family’s agrarian history. The McMurry family are farmers, and continue to cultivate the same land their family has for generations.
In 2005, the band decided to hang up the towel for a little while. They put their touring career on hold with a legendary five hour performance at SmileFest. In a recent interview with Frank Ruggerio from the Mountain Times in Boone, NC, Steve McMurry says “With the music industry in dire straits, the band would have had to commit to another five years of heavy touring to sustain itself. None of us really could see being gone from our families and people for that long a period of time… We had a great run of it, and thought we’d just call it quits and be regular people for a while.”
But the band’s audience felt otherwise. “People wouldn’t let us quit playing,” McMurry said. “They’d keep calling and calling, so after a couple years we decided we’d get together and see if we still knew how to play.” The results speak for themselves, and McMurry said the band is now performing without the pressures touring so often brings, and rather playing for the fun of it.
In 2009, Acoustic Syndicate was honored by being voted the 6th top artist of the last 20 years by the listeners of Western North Carolina’s WNCW radio station.
Their discography includes six official releases including two for Sugar Hill Records. Their 2003 effort “Terra Firma” was voted the number one album of the year by the listeners of WNCW, and 2004’s “Long Way Round” placed number seven. But it is not going to end there. Acoustic Syndicate plans on cutting a new record. The band will visit the studio this winter to craft an album of all-new material.
https://www.facebook.com/events/483739795366044/
Treat yourself to a night of rock n roll as the Andrew Thelston Band returns to the taproom stage at Pisgah Brewing Company on Saturday February 9 at 8PM. FREE SHOW
INFO: http://www.pisgahbrewing.com/shows/andrew-thelston-band/
FOOD TRUCK: D.O.G.S.
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Musician Andrew Thelston combines his love of driving grooves with soulful performances and thoughtful production on his debut album. Written and recorded at Ginger Bird Studios in the mountains of North Carolina, Andrew produces, arranged, composed and performed every note on the album. Not only does he Showcase his songwriting talents and virtuosity as a guitarist, he uniquely displays his evolving talent as a multi-instrumentalist. You will hear elements of rock, funk, blues, soul and jazz in a colorful display encompassing both the future of music production with echoes of the past.
https://www.facebook.com/events/364891667393600/