Calendar of Events

Listen. Dance. Feel the music and that will answer, “Why the “Legends of Africa?” Africa is the core and essence of where so much of humanity and music has originated. It has forever influenced music and cultures throughout the world with the diaspora of its people. Over the years, LEAF has connected deeply with many African artists and presented artists from 32 of the 54 countries on the continent. These bonds and our love of Africa, bring us back the magic of not just the continent, but its people, our family. So join us for a true gathering of friends and the rekindling of traditions that have made the past 27 years of LEAF memorable.

“The shortest distance between two people is a story, a song, or a dance.”
Masankho Banda from Malawi.

Who is an African Legend you admire? Chinobay of Uganda said he’s been inspired by the music he listened to during Apartheid. He spoke of Miriam Makeba (nicknamed Momma Africa) a South African singer, songwriter and activist whose music was socially responsible and carried so much power for the people. What makes you a Legend is the MESSAGE you carry to the world.

In flow with Chinobay’s reflection, the artwork is a masterpiece created by legendary artist Trek 6 inspired by his work in South Africa while producing a documentary. Trek spoke about how the sunrises and sunsets in Africa were surreal, thus he began with a beautiful sun design.  A wall of drums in South Africa, where they host people from different tribes bringing food, song and art inspired the drums. In Trek’s own words, “Africa is cosmic, colorful, and the center to our past. From it we radiated.”We are honored by his artistic vision.

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  Festival Weekend PLUS Pass

  $175.00 – $203.00

  October 20-23, 2022 *Must be purchased by LEAF Member* Thursday 4:30pm to Sunday 7pm including overnight tent camping.

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  Festival Weekend Pass

  $135.00 – $159.00

  October 21-23, 2022 Fri 9am – Sun 7pm. Includes overnight camping

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  Festival Community Pass

  $95.00 – $105.00

  Fri 4:30pm – 2am, Sat 9am – 2am, Sun 9am – 7pm. No overnights / camping. No Thu. access. Must have alternate overnight accommodations nearby

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  Festival Saturday Pass

  $53.00 – $59.00

  Saturday, October 22, 2022, 9:00 AM to 2:00 AM. No overnight camping.

3rd Annual Barkyard Parties

September 16-18, 2022, Anytime, Anywhere!

Barkyard Parties are individualized celebrations of animal rescue, adoption, and animal welfare programs, that raise awareness and funds for Blue Ridge Humane Society. The events and parties can take place anytime and anywhere over the weekend of September 16-18, 2022!

2022 Barkyard Parties:

Check back for event listings!

How it Works

Sign up to host your own remote Barkyard Party. Your event can be in the format you desire: a sit-down formal event, potluck, block party, bar, brunch, raffle, pint night, themed event, pet-friendly, kid-free, kid-friendly, etc. Team up with a friend to co-host or use a central location such as your favorite restaurant or community clubhouse.  Then invite your friends to join you in honor of Blue Ridge Humane and raising funds that allow us to continue our critical work. Area businesses are encouraged to participate by donating a percentage of sales during the weekend, hosting a pet supply donation drive, or creating a party with activities, contests, or raffles to benefit Blue Ridge Humane Society.

FAQ

Can businesses participate? YES, PLEASE! If you own a business and want to throw a Barkyard Party in honor of BRHS, please do! Once again, you can host it however you want! Host a raffle, donate a percentage of sales, have a theme night or ticketed show, or just help raise awareness among your patrons that evening and collect donations!

Who can host? Anyone can host or plan an event to benefit BRHS! If you would like to make a donation “in lieu of” your gift is appreciated as well!

What are my expectations as a host?

• Sign up to “register” your remote Barkyard Party as part of our 2022 events and to receive your official host media kit
• Create your guest list and invite them to learn more about Blue Ridge Humane and consider a donation to support our life-saving work.
• Host your party September 16-18 with your chosen theme, menu, location, or attendance that you are comfortable with!
• Share the Blue Ridge Humane information we will provide and ask your guests to consider making a donation to Blue Ridge Humane.
• Hosts and co-hosts will be eligible for surprise giveaways and prizes the weekend of the parties.
• Have fun and be as creative with your event as you like!

How is this a fundraiser? We ask that hosts share the work that Blue Ridge Humane is doing in the community with their guests, and that guests make a donation in lieu of purchasing a traditional event ticket.

Who can I invite? Anyone you like! Invite your pet loving friends, family, or neighbors to learn about Blue Ridge Humane and support us this year.

Can I team up with someone to host? Of course! You can co-host, use an alternative location, and make your event exactly what you are comfortable with!

What is provided for hosts?

• Talking points and facts about Blue Ridge Humane
• Invitation wording templates for use if you choose
• Donation collection materials
• BRHS staff to answer your questions and offer advice and support

Are hosts responsible for the full cost? You can be or you can make it a potluck, have only dessert and wine or coffee, etc. All options are open, depending on your personal preferences.

I’m not comfortable hosting or attending an event, how else can I support Blue Ridge Humane?  Pledge to support Blue Ridge Humane at $250 or above! If you want to encourage your friends to support BRHS as well we will provide you with those materials to mail or distribute in other ways.

Interested in Barkyard Party sponsorship? Your tax-deductible contribution will not only identify you as a community-minded business but will benefit animals in need. Contact Laresa Griffin to find out how you can get involved.

 

3rd Annual Barkyard Parties

September 16-18, 2022, Anytime, Anywhere!

Barkyard Parties are individualized celebrations of animal rescue, adoption, and animal welfare programs, that raise awareness and funds for Blue Ridge Humane Society. The events and parties can take place anytime and anywhere over the weekend of September 16-18, 2022!

2022 Barkyard Parties:

Check back for event listings!

How it Works

Sign up to host your own remote Barkyard Party. Your event can be in the format you desire: a sit-down formal event, potluck, block party, bar, brunch, raffle, pint night, themed event, pet-friendly, kid-free, kid-friendly, etc. Team up with a friend to co-host or use a central location such as your favorite restaurant or community clubhouse.  Then invite your friends to join you in honor of Blue Ridge Humane and raising funds that allow us to continue our critical work. Area businesses are encouraged to participate by donating a percentage of sales during the weekend, hosting a pet supply donation drive, or creating a party with activities, contests, or raffles to benefit Blue Ridge Humane Society.

FAQ

Can businesses participate? YES, PLEASE! If you own a business and want to throw a Barkyard Party in honor of BRHS, please do! Once again, you can host it however you want! Host a raffle, donate a percentage of sales, have a theme night or ticketed show, or just help raise awareness among your patrons that evening and collect donations!

Who can host? Anyone can host or plan an event to benefit BRHS! If you would like to make a donation “in lieu of” your gift is appreciated as well!

What are my expectations as a host?

• Sign up to “register” your remote Barkyard Party as part of our 2022 events and to receive your official host media kit
• Create your guest list and invite them to learn more about Blue Ridge Humane and consider a donation to support our life-saving work.
• Host your party September 16-18 with your chosen theme, menu, location, or attendance that you are comfortable with!
• Share the Blue Ridge Humane information we will provide and ask your guests to consider making a donation to Blue Ridge Humane.
• Hosts and co-hosts will be eligible for surprise giveaways and prizes the weekend of the parties.
• Have fun and be as creative with your event as you like!

How is this a fundraiser? We ask that hosts share the work that Blue Ridge Humane is doing in the community with their guests, and that guests make a donation in lieu of purchasing a traditional event ticket.

Who can I invite? Anyone you like! Invite your pet loving friends, family, or neighbors to learn about Blue Ridge Humane and support us this year.

Can I team up with someone to host? Of course! You can co-host, use an alternative location, and make your event exactly what you are comfortable with!

What is provided for hosts?

• Talking points and facts about Blue Ridge Humane
• Invitation wording templates for use if you choose
• Donation collection materials
• BRHS staff to answer your questions and offer advice and support

Are hosts responsible for the full cost? You can be or you can make it a potluck, have only dessert and wine or coffee, etc. All options are open, depending on your personal preferences.

I’m not comfortable hosting or attending an event, how else can I support Blue Ridge Humane?  Pledge to support Blue Ridge Humane at $250 or above! If you want to encourage your friends to support BRHS as well we will provide you with those materials to mail or distribute in other ways.

Interested in Barkyard Party sponsorship? Your tax-deductible contribution will not only identify you as a community-minded business but will benefit animals in need. Contact Laresa Griffin to find out how you can get involved.

 

Listen. Dance. Feel the music and that will answer, “Why the “Legends of Africa?” Africa is the core and essence of where so much of humanity and music has originated. It has forever influenced music and cultures throughout the world with the diaspora of its people. Over the years, LEAF has connected deeply with many African artists and presented artists from 32 of the 54 countries on the continent. These bonds and our love of Africa, bring us back the magic of not just the continent, but its people, our family. So join us for a true gathering of friends and the rekindling of traditions that have made the past 27 years of LEAF memorable.

“The shortest distance between two people is a story, a song, or a dance.”
Masankho Banda from Malawi.

Who is an African Legend you admire? Chinobay of Uganda said he’s been inspired by the music he listened to during Apartheid. He spoke of Miriam Makeba (nicknamed Momma Africa) a South African singer, songwriter and activist whose music was socially responsible and carried so much power for the people. What makes you a Legend is the MESSAGE you carry to the world.

In flow with Chinobay’s reflection, the artwork is a masterpiece created by legendary artist Trek 6 inspired by his work in South Africa while producing a documentary. Trek spoke about how the sunrises and sunsets in Africa were surreal, thus he began with a beautiful sun design.  A wall of drums in South Africa, where they host people from different tribes bringing food, song and art inspired the drums. In Trek’s own words, “Africa is cosmic, colorful, and the center to our past. From it we radiated.”We are honored by his artistic vision.

• Sale!

  

  Festival Weekend PLUS Pass

  $175.00 – $203.00

  October 20-23, 2022 *Must be purchased by LEAF Member* Thursday 4:30pm to Sunday 7pm including overnight tent camping.

• Sale!

  

  Festival Weekend Pass

  $135.00 – $159.00

  October 21-23, 2022 Fri 9am – Sun 7pm. Includes overnight camping

• Sale!

  

  Festival Community Pass

  $95.00 – $105.00

  Fri 4:30pm – 2am, Sat 9am – 2am, Sun 9am – 7pm. No overnights / camping. No Thu. access. Must have alternate overnight accommodations nearby

• Sale!

  

  Festival Saturday Pass

  $53.00 – $59.00

  Saturday, October 22, 2022, 9:00 AM to 2:00 AM. No overnight camping.

MSC is an empirically-supported 9-session program that helps participants develop and deepen the skills of self-compassion. Activities include meditation, talks, discussion, and experiential exercises. This class will be held rain or shine outdoors in a beautiful setting over nine Saturdays, 9/17-11/19, skipping 10/15.

We will meet from 10:30AM-2PM with a 30-minute break for lunch midway through each session. Each class participant will receive a copy of The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook.

Register at mindfulselfcompassionasheville.com by 8/30 for early-bird pricing.

3rd Annual Barkyard Parties

September 16-18, 2022, Anytime, Anywhere!

Barkyard Parties are individualized celebrations of animal rescue, adoption, and animal welfare programs, that raise awareness and funds for Blue Ridge Humane Society. The events and parties can take place anytime and anywhere over the weekend of September 16-18, 2022!

2022 Barkyard Parties:

Check back for event listings!

How it Works

Sign up to host your own remote Barkyard Party. Your event can be in the format you desire: a sit-down formal event, potluck, block party, bar, brunch, raffle, pint night, themed event, pet-friendly, kid-free, kid-friendly, etc. Team up with a friend to co-host or use a central location such as your favorite restaurant or community clubhouse.  Then invite your friends to join you in honor of Blue Ridge Humane and raising funds that allow us to continue our critical work. Area businesses are encouraged to participate by donating a percentage of sales during the weekend, hosting a pet supply donation drive, or creating a party with activities, contests, or raffles to benefit Blue Ridge Humane Society.

FAQ

Can businesses participate? YES, PLEASE! If you own a business and want to throw a Barkyard Party in honor of BRHS, please do! Once again, you can host it however you want! Host a raffle, donate a percentage of sales, have a theme night or ticketed show, or just help raise awareness among your patrons that evening and collect donations!

Who can host? Anyone can host or plan an event to benefit BRHS! If you would like to make a donation “in lieu of” your gift is appreciated as well!

What are my expectations as a host?

• Sign up to “register” your remote Barkyard Party as part of our 2022 events and to receive your official host media kit
• Create your guest list and invite them to learn more about Blue Ridge Humane and consider a donation to support our life-saving work.
• Host your party September 16-18 with your chosen theme, menu, location, or attendance that you are comfortable with!
• Share the Blue Ridge Humane information we will provide and ask your guests to consider making a donation to Blue Ridge Humane.
• Hosts and co-hosts will be eligible for surprise giveaways and prizes the weekend of the parties.
• Have fun and be as creative with your event as you like!

How is this a fundraiser? We ask that hosts share the work that Blue Ridge Humane is doing in the community with their guests, and that guests make a donation in lieu of purchasing a traditional event ticket.

Who can I invite? Anyone you like! Invite your pet loving friends, family, or neighbors to learn about Blue Ridge Humane and support us this year.

Can I team up with someone to host? Of course! You can co-host, use an alternative location, and make your event exactly what you are comfortable with!

What is provided for hosts?

• Talking points and facts about Blue Ridge Humane
• Invitation wording templates for use if you choose
• Donation collection materials
• BRHS staff to answer your questions and offer advice and support

Are hosts responsible for the full cost? You can be or you can make it a potluck, have only dessert and wine or coffee, etc. All options are open, depending on your personal preferences.

I’m not comfortable hosting or attending an event, how else can I support Blue Ridge Humane?  Pledge to support Blue Ridge Humane at $250 or above! If you want to encourage your friends to support BRHS as well we will provide you with those materials to mail or distribute in other ways.

Interested in Barkyard Party sponsorship? Your tax-deductible contribution will not only identify you as a community-minded business but will benefit animals in need. Contact Laresa Griffin to find out how you can get involved.