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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Introduction To Modeling The Human Figure with Leonid Siveriver
Thursdays, 6-9pm
August 30- October 4
You’ve asked for it, and this session we are pleased to announce that a live model, figurative sculpture class will be returning to Odyssey ClayWorks! Working from a live model each week, students will hone their understanding of basic anatomy, proportions and the mechanics of movement in 3 dimensions. After first creating multiple fast sketches in clay to work out technique, students will then advance to a longer-term sculpture based on a single pose, with more attention to detail. Please join us for this exciting opportunity to work with decorated sculptor, Leonid Siveriver.
Level: All Levels
Tuition: $255 + $75 Lab and live model fee
Plates and Mugs: Focusing On Surface and Form With Laurie Caffery Harris
Tuesdays, 6:30-9pm
August 28- October 2
These two popular forms offer endless possibilities of expression to the clay artist. In this intermediate level class, we will use the potter’s wheel to create our forms, then focus on creating a unique surface that reflects your individuality. Through demonstrations and practice on our own test tiles, we will cover surface design including mishima (slip inlay), painting, and sgraffito carving. There will also be a heavy emphasis on handle making, as we seek to create forms that are both beautiful, and easy to use.
Level: Intermediate and Advanced
Tuition: $255 + $35 Lab Fee
Let’s continue to pray with our feet for Puerto Rico by dancing Salsa together!
On the first Monday of each month, come out for beginner Salsa lessons, led by RevSamantha Gonzalez-Block, along with open dancing for all ages and levels. Come meet new people, enjoy refreshments, and share in the fun as we move to the musica together. See you there!
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Select Evenings, May 17–October 7, 2018
Biltmore House & Gardens opens to the public on Thursday–Sunday evenings for a special reservations-only viewing of Chihuly’s stunning large-scale glass sculptures. Chihuly Nights at Biltmore is an enchanting opportunity to witness the effects of dramatic nighttime lighting upon the luminous colors and graceful forms of these spectacular pieces. Sunset over the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, live music in the gardens, and a wine bar make the evening experience all the more enticing. Chihuly’s towering works of art illuminated against a night sky surrounded by the timeless beauty and magnificence of Biltmore House & Gardens: a truly moving, memorable experience
Hannah Kaminer is a folk/Americana artist based in Asheville, NC. Raised in small towns in western North Carolina, she fuses echoes of Appalachian traditions with wistful, Americana-style songwriting. Her yearning voice and silvery melodies are a haunting pairing with gutwrenching lyrics about loss, love, and home.
She began to perform in 2014 after she entered Asheville’s citywide Brown Bag songwriting competition in 2013, winning both Grand Prize and Crowd Favorite. Following a warmly received homemade EP (“Living Room Recordings”), in 2014 she ran a Kickstarter campaign for her first studio album, “Acre by Acre,” which was recorded with Julian Dreyer at Asheville’s Echo Mountain Studios and released in March 2015. “Acre by Acre” is available on iTunes and CDBaby.
In July 2015 she was invited by the Harrison Center for the Arts in Indianapolis, IN, to do a 48-Hour Songwriting Residency. You can listen to her song about city revitalization here.
In December 2016, she received a Regional Artist Project Grant to assist in funding her sophomore project, a full-length studio album. She ran a second Kickstarter campaign in May 2017 to complete the funding, and the new album, “Heavy Magnolias,” was released in March 2018.
She currently performs solo and with her full band, Heartbreak Highlight Reel, in Western North Carolina and the surrounding regions.
Bob Hinkle
Bob is an Asheville native and co-owner of White Horse Black Mountain spent over 40 years in New York at the center of popular American music. Beneath his humble demeanor and casual approach is a lifetime of experiences and relationships with many of America’s finest musicians, record labels, and companies of the past half-century.
Bob has worn many hats in his career; singer ,songwriter, poet, recording artist, composer/lyricist, corporate executive, consultant, music writer, artist manager, executive producer, record label founder and president. These roles brought Bob Hinkle in contact with a virtual who’s who of the music industry as he moved from concert stage to recording studio to corporate office and negotiated recording and publishing contracts, managed major recording artists, optioned literary works for film and stage, managed worldwide concert tours, negotiated licenses for feature films, television and merchandising, and administered relationships with major talent agencies.
Bob began his career as a performer while in college at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. He was a member of a trio called The Good Earth and when he and his bandmates graduated they headed straight to New York where a recording contract awaited them with the DynoVoice label. DynoVoice released several recordings of The Good Earth including How Deep Is The Ocean, I Can See A Light, A Funny Thing Happened (Anytime), Must I Really Go Thru This Again, There’s More Than One Road To Philadelphia and others.
After a couple years of touring and recording with The Good Earth including serving as the backup band for Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels, Bob released a solo recording of his own entitled Ollie Mogus.
The early 70’s found Hinkle moving more directly into the business industry of the music industry, serving as co-director of Ampex Records where his duties included making recommendations about up-and-coming young musicians like James Taylor and Creedence Clearwater Revival.
Key artists on the Ampex label during Hinkle’s tenure included Todd Rundgren, Jesse Winchester Mason Profitt, Speckled Bird, and Jesse Winchester. Bluesman Furry Lewis also released a live album on Ampex.
From 1972 to 1974, Bob consulted for Capitol Records, Albert Grossman (manager of Peter, Paul & Mary, Bob Dylan and Janis Joplin) and Audio Fidelity Records. During this time he also served as a consultant to The Band on their first live recording.
Harry Chapin who released six albums under the leadership of Hinkle.
For the next fifteen plus years, Bob Hinkle and Jeb Hart successfully managed the careers of leading pop music starts including: The J. Geils Band, Tom Chapin, Manfred Mann, Naked Eyes, Patti Lupone, Etta James and others.
Hart & Hinkle’s success with these performers led to a partnership with one of the top artist management firms in the country, Kragen & Company. As partners in Kragen & Co, Hart and Hinkle managed a variety of performers including: Kenny Rogers, Dottie West, Kim Carnes, Gallagher, and others.
View a list of some of the records Bob Hinkle was involved
with as an artist, manager, and record executive.
In 1990, Bob Hinkle became a founding partner of The Children’s Group and launched the award winning Classical Kids audio and video series including releases such as Beethoven Lives Upstairs and Mozart’s Magic Fantasy. Beethoven Lives Upstairs won the Juno prize for Best Children’s recording, and led to BMG distribution throughout the United States.
In 1992, Bob founded Zoom Express, a New York-based company which developed, produced and marketed musical artists, events and products directed toward children and families. Zoom Express became a leader in the children’s music and video industry with products such as the Early Ears series targeted at specific age groups from birth to kindergarten.
Bob served as President of Zoom Express and among his clients were Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen popular child stars of ABC’s hit sitcom “Full House”. Hinkle worked with the Olsen Twins on release of their first videos and LP recordings (“Brother for Sale” and “I am the Cute One”) as well as their 1993 television show “Olsen Twins Mother’s Day Special”
Zoom Express grossed over $5 million in the first 20 months and the success led to a partnership with BMG (Bertelsmann Music Group), the world’s largest privately held corporation. During his time with the firm, Hinkle shepherded the release of “Carmen Sandiego Out Of This World,” and “Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego?” based on the PBS TV series. Zoom also was responsible for production and marketing for Jim Henson Records. BMG eventually acquired Zoom Express and Hinkle served as Vice-president for the new BMG Kidz/BMG Video Division.
Following his stint with BMG, Bob formed his own consulting firm in NY, advising a variety of clients including Hallmark Entertainment, The Smithsonian Institution, All Music Guide, The National Interfaith Cable Coalition, and Infidel Records.
Read More About Bob Hinkle’s Career in the American Music Industry from the 1960’s through today.
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Join us on a blocked part of our Patio for our first “Sip & Smoke” event.
The cost is just $25 per person. Which will include one cigar and a pour of each of the following North Carolina spirits:
-H&H Distillery Hazel 63 Rum
-The Brothers Vilgalys Krupnikas
-Mayberry Toasted Vanilla Whiskey
-Doc Porter’s Rye Whiskey
Note: All smoking will be enjoyed on a marked off section of the patio. Event is 21+ only.
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One World Brewing Open Mic & Free Jam Night
Join us this Monday, for an incredible night of creation and expression.
Sign up at 7:30 PM
(First Come Sign-Up Platform)
Please Have Instruments Tuned Before Set Time
We encourage musicians of all types and styles and wish to provide a welcoming container for great musicians and artists to showcase their talent and to develop their craft with other likeminded musicians and craft beer enthusiasts. Our intention is to bring people together for a wonderful night of music, poetry, laughter, and great beer. Please Join Us for something beautiful.
At One World Brewing, our goal is to provide the highest quality craft ales and a comfortable space where all are welcome to relax, enjoy their time, and experience Asheville culture any night of the week. We only have one world. We must learn to share it and care for it for the sake of future generations and all life. We are honored and proud to be a part of the global craft Beer Revolution, and the thriving Asheville brewing community.
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Welcome to a weekly, open world platform of Dungeons & Dragons V5 hosted by The Bearded Dragons Inn!
Each week the players assemble in the Village of Triskelion to bravely make a plan and charge forth into the unexplored wilds. The story is entirely player driven and you’ll never know what to expect!
New to D&D? No worries, our skilled Dungeon Master’s can help guide you through this world of fantasy.
Want more info: Please click the following link that will take you directly to the West Marches at Triskelion page for all your FAQ needs!
https://sites.google.com/outlook.com/westmarchesattriskelion/home
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Emily Kinney at The Grey Eagle
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Combining choreography and tricks on the pole! This introductory series will concentrate on learning and adding on to one routine throughout 4 weeks, allowing time to master the moves! Putting together choreography and tricks from Intro & Beginner 1 levels, Beginner Poleography is perfect for anyone interested in seeing progress through having something to practice! Kneepads required. Heels suggested. Space is limited! Sign up here: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=330572&stype=-8&sView=day&sLoc=1
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Free Mothlight Monday!
w/ Moonlight Street Folk, Bless Your Heart, Lo Wolf
Oct 1st
We open at 6pm, Music starts at 9pm
*no cover*
Moonlight Street Folk
https://moonlightstreetfolk.bandcamp.com
Bless Your Heart
https://blessyourheart.bandcamp.com
Lo Wolf
https://lowolf.bandcamp.com
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This year, Eliada will maintain some beloved attractions including the tractor ride, which now drives all the way around the Corn Maze, jumping pillow, corn kernel sand box, spider web climber, tube slides, and corn cannons.
Tuesday – Thursday: 9am-3pm
Friday: 9am-8pm
Saturday: 10am- 8pm
Sunday: 10am-6pm
Italian-born Valerio D’Ospina, widely considered one of America’s foremost contemporary artists, is the subject of a one-man exhibition at The Haen Gallery in downtown Asheville, NC. The exhibit will run through October 15.
Since July 2009, D’Ospina has been established in the US where he lives and works in Philadelphia. He is ranked by both national and international distinguished art magazines as one of the most significant painters of cityscapes and industrial scenarios in America. “Valerio D’Ospina: Patina of Energy” will open with more that than a dozen paintings that capture the pulse of the city, the energy of industry, and the patina of metropolitan life.
The Biltmore Estate has been planning the largest exhibition in its historic gardens for almost a decade. And finally, last week, Chihuly at Biltmore opened with a mega installation of glass sculptures from the famous artist Dale Chihuly. Tens of thousands of glass pieces from all around the world reside in 14 locations around the Estate (which is the very first large-scale N.C. Chihuly installation).
The exhibition is up from now until Oct. 7th, free admission with a Biltmore day pass (and free for annual pass holders). Chihuly at Nightis a special, ongoing event where the glass sculptures are lit up, plus live music in the gardens + a wine bar. Tickets are $37.50 for kids + range from $65 – 75 for adults ($10 discount for pass holders).
Three new works were blown just for Biltmore, and 6 new compositions were put together.
Open 7:30 – 11:30 p.m. Advance tickets are rquired. It’s safe, scary fun for the whole family! Kids will enjoy the Halloween shows and trick-or-treating. And take a chilling journey into the night on the Ghost Train – if you dare!
Network with Fellow FABA members the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month at the YMCA at Mission-Pardee Health Campus. Coffee Club will be in Activity Room A on the 1st Floor.
Spotlight Speaker – Rob Sneller from LawnAmerica
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The Chamber Classic Golf Tournament, taking place at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, is a fun opportunity for members of the business community to network, connect with colleagues, and enjoy a beautiful fall day out of the office.
This Captain’s Choice tournament begins with a shotgun start at 8:30 am and again at 2:30 pm. Sponsors will host fun contests at several holes, with prizes offered for players.
Entry fee includes breakfast provided by Bojangles of WNC before the morning flight, and all participants are invited to enjoy a healthy lunch provided by Arby’s. Two beverage stations will be set up on the course, with beer provided by Highland Brewing Company and soft drinks from Pepsi-Cola.
Hole 14 on the course features a hole-in-one contest, and some lucky golfer may win a brand new car, compliments of Asheville Ford Lincoln!
Registration fee is $200 per individual or $800 for a team of four players. If you need assistance signing up as an individual, please contact [email protected]. Space is limited so be sure to sign up your team soon!
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Learn proper alignment, improve strength & flexibility, & enjoy deep, guided relaxation with Lynn Edgar, an experienced yoga therapist at the 500hr level.
Contact the Mills River Library at 890-1850 for more information.
Amazing Glaze with Gabriel Kline
Fridays 10am-12:30pm
August 31- October 5
Do you hate glazing? I mean, do you really HATE glazing? Have you experienced the frustration of making a beautiful piece, then ruining it with a flawed, or perhaps worse, boring glaze? Would you rather spend your time doing just about ANYTHING else, even cleaning your studio? Then this is the class for you! Join Gabriel each Friday as he demystifies the techniques that will help you learn to love the glazing process, achieve more dynamic results, and get your work noticed. Topics will include under and overglaze decoration, glazing large and delicate work, spraying glazes, and multiple firings. We will also examine the basics of formulating, mixing, or altering a glaze.
Level: Seasoned Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced
Tuition: $255 + $35 Lab Fee
When reflecting on the current state of the environment, it seems that we have entered into times of seismic sorrows. Carbon emissions, water pollution, fracking, and changing climate patterns all point to a troubling reality with serious consequences for human and non-human populations. Through weavings, installations, sculpture, and print, artists Rena Detrixhe and Tali Weinberg (Tulsa, OK) explore the complex relationship between humans and the planet, offering insights, expressing grief, and creating space for resilience and change.
In Time of Seismic Sorrows is curated by Marilyn Zapf and organized by the Center for Craft. The Center for Craft is supported in part by the N.C. Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
Infants through Pre-school
educational play dates
Interested in a career as a State Highway Patrol Officer, but don’t know how to get started? Here’s your chance to talk one on one with an SHP recruiter and/or active patrol members. You’ll be able to ask questions and find out how you can start a meaningful career in the NC State Highway Patrol.
The event will be held in Heritage hall at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base.
1630 Martin St.
Goldsboro, NC 27531
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Choose to work with one of three talented artists during this three day intensive instructional workshop at Lake Logan during one of the most beautiful times of the year. You will leave the workshop with your own works of art and new skills to last a lifetime.
CINDY WALTON
OIL AND COLD WAX
KAREN WEIHS
PALETTE KNIFE APPROACH TO OIL PAINTING
CONNIE WINTERS
OIL PAINTING FOR BEGINNER AND INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
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Chihuly at Biltmore represents the first art exhibition in Biltmore’s historic gardens, and the first garden exhibition of Dale Chihuly’s works in North Carolina. The world-renowned American artist’s work is included in more than 200 museum collections worldwide, and now, for a limited time only, they can be seen at Biltmore.
We invite you to immerse yourself in this unique visual experience, an absolute must-see presentation of unparalleled artistic expression.
Dazzling in daylight, the exhibition takes on an entirely new dimension when viewed after nightfall; experience the brilliance and beauty of these awe-inspiring marvels of color, form, and light.
Network in Asheville and have lunch with new and old friends while you promote your business products and services. Bring a big stack of business cards and a friend if you like. ALL are invited, no cost to attend the meeting, we just ask that you support our host restaurant and buy your lunch – All You Can Eat Buffet (Drink Included) $12.95 + tax/tip.
Thank you to our event sponsors: Lone Bird Studio Asheville Web Design, Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More, Radius Chiropractic, Rainbow International of Asheville, Montreat College School of Adult and Graduate Studies.
Join our Meetup group: https://www.meetup.com/Asheville-Business-Networking/events/dqscdqyxnbdb/
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Each Tuesday and Saturday afternoon at 1 p.m., April through October, trained volunteer guides lead small groups of participants along woodland trails and through a variety of forest types. Depending on the season, topics of discussion include wildflowers, plant and tree identification, natural history, and the cultural and land use history of The North Carolina Arboretum. Guides may include areas such as the Natural Garden Trail and Bent Creek.
Programs are held rain or shine and participants should dress appropriately for the weather. Individuals should also wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Walks last 1.5- 2.5 hours, depending upon the interest of the group, and are approximately one to two miles in length. Due to length and content, this program is not recommended for children under 8 years of age.
Walks begin in the Baker Exhibit Center Lobby and space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Groups of five or more are required to pre-register by calling 828-665-2492. Walks are FREE, however, donations to The North Carolina Arboretum Society are appreciated. Regular parking fees apply. Arboretum Society Members always park free.
Due to size limitations of the tours, groups of 10 or more are required to book a private guided trail tour.
Join us as we celebrate the launch of the Leader in Me Initiative at Fletcher Elementary School!
Leader in Me is FranklinCovey’s whole school transformation process. It teaches 21st century leadership and life skills to students and creates a culture of student empowerment based on the idea that every child can be a leader. The Henderson County Education Foundation & Community Foundation of Henderson County are proud to co-lead the expansion of Leader in Me in Henderson County Public Schools.
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Join us as we celebrate the launch of the Lead in Me initiative at Fletcher Elementary School!
Leader in Me is FranklinCovey’s whole school transformation process. It teaches 21st Century leadership and life skills to students and creates a culture of student empowerment based on the idea that every child can be a leader. Henderson County Education Foundation & Community Foundation of Henderson County are proud to co-lead the expansion of Leader in Me in Henderson County Public Schools.
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Champions League soccer showing Hoffenheim vs Manchester City at 12:55pm and then Manchester United vs Valencia at 3pm.
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Service Industry Night!
We love Asheville. So much that we want to give back! Come on by any Tuesday and celebrate the people that keep this city running. For our Service Industry Tuesdays, we’re offering everyone $1 off all draft beer & craft cocktails every single week! So pop on in and lets cheers to the people that TRULY keep this place the coolest and weirdest city in the USA.
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