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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Tuesday, May 31, 2022
YMCA Lunch and Learn Series: “A Physical Therapist’s Guide to Healthy Hiking”
May 31 @ 12:00 pm
Reuter Family YMCA

Reuter Family YMCA

Lunch and Learn Series

On Tuesday, May 31st, at 12 p.m., the Reuter Family YMCA will host “A Physical Therapist’s Guide to Healthy Hiking” with Movement for Life Physical Therapist Sean Simonds. The event will feature snacks and chats about healthy hiking at any and every age. Inquire at the Membership Desk or call at (828) 651-9622 to register.

Wednesday, June 1, 2022
Senior Zumba Gold Exercise
Jun 1 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Shiloh Community Center

Come one come all and work on your mobility while grooving and moving to the beat to burn off those calories. No pre- registration needed. This event is Free

West Coast Swing Night
Jun 1 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Continuum Art Gallery, Hendersonville

Come check out for yourself the popular West Coast Swing dance style that can be done to a
wide variety of music, including pop, country, blues, and contemporary music, come at 7pm for a group classes: intermediate
classes with Pflumm and Alain Rogozhin and beginner classes with Rachel Harris and Tola Sun, Followed by a social dance at
8pm, Dress is casual and no partner is needed, BYO wine or beer,

Thursday, June 2, 2022
Lifestyle Choices that May Lower Your Risk for Dementia
Jun 2 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
online

Can your risk for Alzheimer’s and other dementias be lowered? What foods are best for our brains?  What effect does exercise have on brain function?  What about the importance of sleep and social connection?  Come join us for a presentation and discussion of why healthy lifestyle behaviors are critical for optimal brain function.

Presented by Dr. Stelley Gutman, MemoryCare Staff Physician

Saturday, June 4, 2022
Myofascial Release Monthly Course
Jun 4 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
YWCA
WNC DANCE ACADEMY SPRING SHOWCASE 2022
Jun 4 @ 2:00 pm
Diana Wortham Theatre

WNC Dance Academy presents their annual Spring Showcase, featuring award winning WNCDA Performance Company and the artistry of talented academy students and choreographers.

WNC DANCE ACADEMY SPRING SHOWCASE 2022
Jun 4 @ 5:00 pm
Diana Wortham Theatre

WNC Dance Academy presents their annual Spring Showcase, featuring award winning WNCDA Performance Company and the artistry of talented academy students and choreographers.

How Sweet the Sound
Jun 4 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

How Sweet The Sound is back, returning for 1 Live show ONLY at The Bon Secours Wellness Arena. 

 

Come and celebrate with Grammy and Stellar awarding winning National Gospel Artist Donald Lawrence and many more as they Perform and Judge Americas best choirs, soloists and dance ensembles!

Swing Nights at Continuum
Jun 4 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Continuum Art Gallery, Hendersonville

Join us in our new monthly social swing event on the 1st Saturdays of every month, The
music, open vintage space and wood floors and is guaranteed to have you dancing East Coast and/or Lindy all night long, A free
lesson is offered to kick things off and will include a different combination of moves each time, No partner or rhythm needed and
dress is casual, $10 for lesson and/or social dance.

Sunday, June 5, 2022
WNC Forest Farming Series – June Workshop
Jun 5 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Thatchmore Farm

Join us to explore the world of forest farming during farm tours and workshops to develop an understanding of the wealth and history of woodland botanicals and forest products. Participants will dive into plant propagation and production, forest stewardship and observation, and alternative & value-added products. These tours will include hands-on workshops and site visits to offer beginning and advanced forest farmers valuable learning opportunities.

Workshop 1: Integrating Forest Farming into Existing Farm Enterprises
Date & Location: June 5th, 2022, in Leicester, NC, 2-6 pm.

Organic Growers School offers this series of forest farm tours and workshops in partnership with the Appalachian Beginning Forest Farmer Coalition (ABFFC). ABFFC is dedicated to increasing opportunities for farmers and forestland owners in Appalachia and beyond.

Learn more and register today,
https://organicgrowersschool.org/farmers/forest-farming/

Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Well Walkers Walk your way to wellness!
Jun 7 @ 9:00 am
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Join us in the temperature-controlled Arena to walk on most Tuesdays and Thursdays! Admission is free, masks are required and social distancing will be practiced.

Each lap around the concourse is 1/4 mile and strollers are welcome. Representatives from St. Francis Sports Medicine will be on hand for each event and other health professionals- like dietitians- are frequently scheduled to attend. Free parking is available in the VIP lot off of Church Street.

Wednesday, June 8, 2022
Preventive Health Lunch + Learn
Jun 8 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Shiloh Community Center

Preventive Health Education and HOT TOPICs Locally and Nationally discussed. All communities welcome! Hosted by Kathey Avery, Avery Health Education and Consulting LLC, (Avery HEC LLC)
Free.

Thursday, June 9, 2022
Well Walkers Walk your way to wellness!
Jun 9 @ 9:00 am
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Join us in the temperature-controlled Arena to walk on most Tuesdays and Thursdays! Admission is free, masks are required and social distancing will be practiced.

Each lap around the concourse is 1/4 mile and strollers are welcome. Representatives from St. Francis Sports Medicine will be on hand for each event and other health professionals- like dietitians- are frequently scheduled to attend. Free parking is available in the VIP lot off of Church Street.

Depression: From Surviving to Thriving
Jun 9 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Pack Memorial Library

Depressive symptoms often present themselves through feelings of isolation, hopelessness, and despair. This course examines different types, common causes, symptoms, and treatment methods for depression, focusing on moving from a place of simply surviving to one of thriving.

Registration Required. To register, go to: www.vayahealth.com…
Or call Pack Memorial Library at 828-250-4718.

Facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services.

Foot Care Clinic
Jun 9 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Shiloh Community Center

Foot Care Clinic for older adults in the community with educational materials about healthy aging. Services include: – Toenail trimming – Filing calluses – Checking for common medical problems that impact mobility – Referrals to community services – Baseline cognitive assessments.

No registration required.

For more information about this free event, contact Shira Wolf-Camplin, [email protected], 828-771-2219

Let’s Talk Caregiver Resources
Jun 9 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
online

Whether you’re a Caregiver College graduate or are new to caregiving, we invite you to join us as we review and discuss the many resources provided in MemoryCare’s Caregiver College sessions. We’ll highlight the usefulness of these resources and how they can be applied to unique caregiving challenges.

Presented by Lindsey Kremer, MSW & Carly Woods, BSW, MemoryCare Care Managers

To register for this free event, click here.

For more information, call 828-771-2219 or email [email protected]

Saturday, June 11, 2022
Intro to Alcohol Inks Workshop
Jun 11 @ 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Purple Crayon

If you’ve been wanting to try a new and vibrant medium that works on a wide variety of materials and surfaces, you’ll love alcohol inks! As you drip, blow, and manipulate the brilliant colors of this art form, you’ll be amazed at the intricate patterns that emerge!

Veteran artist and teacher Robyn Crawford will show you how to create beautiful, professional-looking artwork with very little effort. You’ll leave with at least one print suitable for framing, a ceramic coaster(s), and one or two other home accessories. Only you (and your fellow classmates, of course!) will know how quick and easy your masterpieces were to make!

Monday, June 13, 2022
Coffee + Conversation YMCA: 7 Daily Habits for Optimal Health-Adapted’
Jun 13 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Reuter Family YMCA
YMCA
Laura Richardson, Certified Health Coach and Group Fitness Instructor, will host ‘7 Daily Habits for Optimal Health-Adapted’ from the Whole Life Challenge, at the Reuter Family YMCA, MondayJune 13 from 10-11 a.m. These daily habits are scientifically proven to improve your health one day at a time. Learn about how you can adopt these healthy habits for yourself.

 

 

 

Tuesday, June 14, 2022
Well Walkers Walk your way to wellness!
Jun 14 @ 9:00 am
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Join us in the temperature-controlled Arena to walk on most Tuesdays and Thursdays! Admission is free, masks are required and social distancing will be practiced.

Each lap around the concourse is 1/4 mile and strollers are welcome. Representatives from St. Francis Sports Medicine will be on hand for each event and other health professionals- like dietitians- are frequently scheduled to attend. Free parking is available in the VIP lot off of Church Street.

Lunch + Learn- Dementia and Psychosis What You Need to Know presented by Vaya Health
Jun 14 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Enka-Candler Library

Dementia and Psychosis: What You Need to Know.
his class uses case review and activities to identify frequent challenging behaviors associated with dementia and psychosis. Participants review factors that may trigger behaviors and discuss prevention and intervention strategies.

Class is free and registration is required.
To Register (required): Go to VayaHealth.com/Calendar or Call Enka-Candler Public Library at 828- 250-4758

Hosted by the Enka-Candler Public Library in partnership with the Vaya Health Geriatric & Adult Mental Health Specialty Team. All Vaya Health trainings are free and accredited through the NC Division of Health Service Regulation which awards one contact hour for each hour of training.

Heart of Brevard Tuesday Night Block Party Series
Jun 14 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
East Main Street

The final block party is held in conjunction with the Brevard Police Department and Transylvania County Sheriff’s Department’s National Night Out Celebration.

Attendees can expect a lineup of live music, delicious local food and children’s activities, creating a fun community gathering for all. The June events feature LEAF Global Arts and the July and August events feature our beloved Old Time Street Dances. Block parties will be held weekly from 6-8pm on East Main Street. Many downtown retail businesses and restaurants will also be open for the block party.

HOB and LEAF Global Arts invites everyone to experience a world without borders! From dance, to drumming to arts & crafts, LEAF’s performing artists will bring a new lineup of cultural art experiences and live music to the June block parties. Each week will feature a different band and the LEAF Easel Rider, a mobile arts & crafts lab.

LEAF performances will feature an eclectic mix of music that is different each week, ranging from blues and rock toNew Orleans style jazz.

LEAF resident artist Melissa McKinney kicks off the series on June 14th. “We are so excited to bring the energy of LEAF Global to downtown Brevard,” shares McKinney, “connecting community is part of our mission and we believe downtown Brevard holds the same values. Music is the best way to bring people together.”

Old Time Street Dances, a long-time community favorite, returns to the Heart of Brevard at our July 5th block party. The dances offer free, family-friendly fun that celebrates our Appalachian heritage and is sure to move your feet.

Old Time Street Dances in downtown Brevard are an 80-year tradition. This summer, Whitewater Bluegrass Co. returns to the stage as the host band to lead the crowds in a collection of square dance and contra-style dancing. Evenings will include classic songs, a chance for clogging and traditional Appalachian-called dance. Old Time Street Dances are geared toward participation at every age and skill level.

The Tuesday Night Block Parties are free and open to the public. For more information about LEAF, Old Time Street Dances and other upcoming events, follow Heart of Brevard on Facebook and Instagram and subscribe to their newsletter here.

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Heart of Brevard 501(c)(3) is a North Carolina Main Street Community, designated by the NC Department of Commerce and Main Street & Rural Planning Center.  Heart of Brevard is a recognized leading program among the national network of more than 1,200 neighborhoods and communities who share both a commitment to creating high-quality places and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development. All Main Street America™ programs meet a set of National Accreditation Standards of Performance as outlined by the National Main Street Center.

Integrated Pest Management – Summer Gardening Series
Jun 14 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Smith Mill Works Greenhouse

Integrated Pest Management techniques are helpful for reducing pesticide use and cutting costs in the long run. They can also create a deeper understanding of your garden and the various roles different plants play within it. Join Lisa Gonzalez, Clay County Extension Director, for an overview of Integrated Pest Management as well as a deeper look into select strategies to manage and prevent garden damage from pests using ecosystem-based knowledge and approaches.

June 14, 2022 at Smith Mill Works Greenhouse, 6-8 pm

$20 – $25

Register: https://organicgrowersschool.org/product/gardening-june/

Thursday, June 16, 2022
Well Walkers Walk your way to wellness!
Jun 16 @ 9:00 am
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Join us in the temperature-controlled Arena to walk on most Tuesdays and Thursdays! Admission is free, masks are required and social distancing will be practiced.

Each lap around the concourse is 1/4 mile and strollers are welcome. Representatives from St. Francis Sports Medicine will be on hand for each event and other health professionals- like dietitians- are frequently scheduled to attend. Free parking is available in the VIP lot off of Church Street.

virtual Assistive Technology: Easing your Caregiver Journey
Jun 16 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

A discussion on how and which technology can help make your life as a caregiver easier.
presented by Emily Danciu Grosso, SimplyHome

To register for this free event, click here.

For more information, call 828-771-2219 or email [email protected]

Saturday, June 18, 2022
Intro to Shibori Workshop
Jun 18 @ 1:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Purple Crayon

Although the exquisitely detailed patterns of Shibori, a form of tie dye, look complicated, they can actually be quite easy to make—especially if you learn from a pro. In just a few hours, veteran textile artist Camille Duanno will teach you everything you need to know to get started with this ancient Japanese art.

Camille will begin by presenting an overview of Shibori, including its history, materials, and tips and tricks for success. Then, she’ll demonstrate four basic Shibori techniques using wooden blocks, popsicle sticks, tied bundles, and a small pole wrap. You’ll be invited to follow along, creating your own samples.

You’ll take home two beautiful scarves (an 8”x54” silk scarf and an 11”x60” chiffon scarf), as well as a couple of smaller pieces of Shibori that will be suitable for hanging.

No dyeing experience necessary!

Sunday, June 19, 2022
LEARN ABOUT HEART OF HORSE SENSE
Jun 19 @ 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Zoom

We educate, train & fund Trauma-Informed Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and Learning for survivors of trauma.

Monday, June 20, 2022
LEARN ABOUT HEART OF HORSE SENSE
Jun 20 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
zoom

We educate, train & fund Trauma-Informed Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and Learning for survivors of trauma.

Tuesday, June 21, 2022
Well Walkers Walk your way to wellness!
Jun 21 @ 9:00 am
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Join us in the temperature-controlled Arena to walk on most Tuesdays and Thursdays! Admission is free, masks are required and social distancing will be practiced.

Each lap around the concourse is 1/4 mile and strollers are welcome. Representatives from St. Francis Sports Medicine will be on hand for each event and other health professionals- like dietitians- are frequently scheduled to attend. Free parking is available in the VIP lot off of Church Street.

Heart of Brevard Tuesday Night Block Party Series
Jun 21 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
East Main Street

The final block party is held in conjunction with the Brevard Police Department and Transylvania County Sheriff’s Department’s National Night Out Celebration.

Attendees can expect a lineup of live music, delicious local food and children’s activities, creating a fun community gathering for all. The June events feature LEAF Global Arts and the July and August events feature our beloved Old Time Street Dances. Block parties will be held weekly from 6-8pm on East Main Street. Many downtown retail businesses and restaurants will also be open for the block party.

HOB and LEAF Global Arts invites everyone to experience a world without borders! From dance, to drumming to arts & crafts, LEAF’s performing artists will bring a new lineup of cultural art experiences and live music to the June block parties. Each week will feature a different band and the LEAF Easel Rider, a mobile arts & crafts lab.

LEAF performances will feature an eclectic mix of music that is different each week, ranging from blues and rock toNew Orleans style jazz.

LEAF resident artist Melissa McKinney kicks off the series on June 14th. “We are so excited to bring the energy of LEAF Global to downtown Brevard,” shares McKinney, “connecting community is part of our mission and we believe downtown Brevard holds the same values. Music is the best way to bring people together.”

Old Time Street Dances, a long-time community favorite, returns to the Heart of Brevard at our July 5th block party. The dances offer free, family-friendly fun that celebrates our Appalachian heritage and is sure to move your feet.

Old Time Street Dances in downtown Brevard are an 80-year tradition. This summer, Whitewater Bluegrass Co. returns to the stage as the host band to lead the crowds in a collection of square dance and contra-style dancing. Evenings will include classic songs, a chance for clogging and traditional Appalachian-called dance. Old Time Street Dances are geared toward participation at every age and skill level.

The Tuesday Night Block Parties are free and open to the public. For more information about LEAF, Old Time Street Dances and other upcoming events, follow Heart of Brevard on Facebook and Instagram and subscribe to their newsletter here.

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Heart of Brevard 501(c)(3) is a North Carolina Main Street Community, designated by the NC Department of Commerce and Main Street & Rural Planning Center.  Heart of Brevard is a recognized leading program among the national network of more than 1,200 neighborhoods and communities who share both a commitment to creating high-quality places and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development. All Main Street America™ programs meet a set of National Accreditation Standards of Performance as outlined by the National Main Street Center.

Riverdance
Jun 21 @ 7:30 pm
Thomas Wolfe Auditorium

Riverdance

Riverdance: The New 25th Anniversary Show is a powerful and stirring reinvention of the beloved family favourite, celebrated the world over for its Grammy Award-winning music and the thrilling energy and passion of its Irish and international dance. Composer Bill Whelan has rerecorded his mesmerising soundtrack while producer Moya Doherty and director John McColgan have completely reimagined the ground-breaking show with innovative and spectacular lighting, projection, stage and costume designs and many of the cast for this rescheduled tour are so young that they were not even born in the year that the show first opened – 1995 at the Point Theatre in Dublin!