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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There’s more than Chunky Monkey and New York Super Fudge Chunk in downtown Asheville’s Ben & Jerry’s this summer.
Art created by Vance Elementary School fifth grade students of art educator Robbie Lipe is now on display on the brick walls opposite the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. The exhibit depicts the students’ interpretation of the artist Kehinde Wiley and the contemporary portraits he creates inspired by traditional Baroque paintings. It will be featured through the end of the summer.
“Ben & Jerry’s is excited about showcasing art from the community inside our scoop shop,” said general manager Chris Carter. “Making use of our walls to show what local artists are creating complements our social mission — to be actively involved in the places we live and do business. I hope this is the first of many art exhibits on our walls.”
Carter gave all the credit for the exhibit to Ms. Lipe, who teaches kindergarten through 5th-grade students at Vance Elementary. She was named the North Carolina Arts Educators Association “Art Educator of the Year” in 2017-2018.
Ben & Jerry’s is located at 19 Haywood Street. Current hours are Monday-Thursday 12 pm to 10 pm; Friday 12 pm – 11 pm; Saturday 11:30 am – 11 pm; Sunday 11:30 am – 10 pm.
For more information, call Carter at 310-601-6247.
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NC DEACS and CRA are partnering August 13-15 for a series of workshops to launch the #RecycleRightNC campaign. The workshops will detail plans for a 10-week state-wide anti-contamination campaign AND show you how to participate in your community too! #RecycleRightNC is the culmination of a year’s worth of work with MRFs, local haulers, and local governments to create common objectives with unified messaging to reduce recycling contamination in NC.
It’s back! Throughout the Lunch + Learn Series we have great discussion and interactive workshops lined up for you – sponsored by WNC Diversity Engagement Coalition members.
First session launches on Thursday, August 15th, and ends on Thursday, October 17th. We will be meeting in Asheville, starting promptly at 11:30am and ends at 1pm. This series focuses on taking a deeper dive in diversity, equity, and inclusion in context of professional and organizational advancement.
The classes are focused on unpacking tough topics and framing conversations with historical context so that participants leave with tools, strategies and a deeper understanding of application.
Series Schedule
SESSION 1: Creating a Culture of Inclusion. | Thu, August 15, 2019 | 2nd Floor Boardroom
OVERVIEW: In this lunch + learn, we will explore the ways that organizations can examine their policies, practices and organizational culture to make it more than welcoming for people from all walks of life.
SESSION 2: Work-Life Balance. | Thu, September 19, 2019 | 2nd Floor Boardroom
OVERVIEW: In this lunch + learn, we will explore the work-life balance – what it means, how to apply it in the workplace, and ways to provide alternatives that may otherwise be barriers to work and doing the work.
SESSION 3: Seeing & Addressing Abuse. | Thu, October 17, 2019 | 2nd Floor Boardroom
OVERVIEW: In this lunch + learn, we will hear from local service organizations on ways to recognize abuse, ways to address abuse eith the individual(s) impacted, and how to best connect to local resources in times of need.
FOR FACILITATORS & BIOS, STAY TUNED AT – www.wncdec.com/lunch-and-learns
Registration is required, space limited
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VENUE SPONSORED BY LENOIR-RHYNE UNIVERSITY, ASHEVILLE. Lenoir-Rhyne University seeks to liberate mind and spirit, clarify personal faith, foster physical wholeness, build a sense of community, and promote responsible leadership for service in the world.
Want to learn more about Lenoir-Rhyne? Email [email protected] for more information!
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WNC Diversity Engagement Coalition (WNC DEC) is a network of organizations dedicated to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion. For more information on WNC DEC, please visit www.wncdec.com or email us at [email protected].
#WNCDEC #LunchandLearns #CommunityConversations #HRTraining #FREE
https://www.facebook.com/events/612202375963081/
It’s back! Throughout the Lunch + Learn Series we have great discussion and interactive workshops lined up for you – sponsored by WNC Diversity Engagement Coalition members.
First session launches on Thursday, August 15th, and ends on Thursday, October 17th. We will be meeting in Asheville, starting promptly at 11:30am and ends at 1pm. This series focuses on taking a deeper dive in diversity, equity, and inclusion in context of professional and organizational advancement.
The classes are focused on unpacking tough topics and framing conversations with historical context so that participants leave with tools, strategies and a deeper understanding of application.
Series Schedule
SESSION 1: Creating a Culture of Inclusion. | Thu, August 15, 2019 | 2nd Floor Boardroom
OVERVIEW: In this lunch + learn, we will explore the ways that organizations can examine their policies, practices and organizational culture to make it more than welcoming for people from all walks of life.
SESSION 2: Work-Life Balance. | Thu, September 19, 2019 | 2nd Floor Boardroom
OVERVIEW: In this lunch + learn, we will explore the work-life balance – what it means, how to apply it in the workplace, and ways to provide alternatives that may otherwise be barriers to work and doing the work.
SESSION 3: Seeing & Addressing Abuse. | Thu, October 17, 2019 | 2nd Floor Boardroom
OVERVIEW: In this lunch + learn, we will hear from local service organizations on ways to recognize abuse, ways to address abuse eith the individual(s) impacted, and how to best connect to local resources in times of need.
FOR FACILITATORS & BIOS, STAY TUNED AT – www.wncdec.com/lunch-and-learns
Registration is required, space limited
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VENUE SPONSORED BY LENOIR-RHYNE UNIVERSITY, ASHEVILLE. Lenoir-Rhyne University seeks to liberate mind and spirit, clarify personal faith, foster physical wholeness, build a sense of community, and promote responsible leadership for service in the world.
Want to learn more about Lenoir-Rhyne? Email [email protected] for more information!
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WNC Diversity Engagement Coalition (WNC DEC) is a network of organizations dedicated to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion. For more information on WNC DEC, please visit www.wncdec.com or email us at [email protected].
#WNCDEC #LunchandLearns #CommunityConversations #HRTraining #FREE
https://www.facebook.com/events/612202375963081/?event_time_id=612202382629747
Enlightening the path ahead with runes is just one of the ways Tree offers aide in navigating life’s turbulent waters. She also offers help in spiritual path work and Crafty Ways by sharing her decades long experiences in spiritual work and the Craft.
Readings:
Donation $2 per minute (Fifteen minute minimum) Cash or Cards accepted
Guidance in spiritual pathwork or Craft are priced variously.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1270163923146523/?event_time_id=1270163939813188
It’s a fact. If you want to raise more money, you need to keep more of your donors.
21st century fundraising is all about retention. You need to understand what makes donors give – and what makes them want to give to you.
This fast-paced, half-day program will help you understand why donors give – and how to get them to give to you again and again.
Participants will leave with conversation starters and actionable ideas to take back to other staff and board members.
Learn more or Register at https://www.thirdsectorconsulting.com/event/811026503/keep-more-donors-raise-more-money-asheville-workshop-training-class
https://www.facebook.com/events/2143906729038674/
It’s a fact. If you want to raise more money, you need to keep more of your donors.
21st century fundraising is all about retention. You need to understand what makes donors give – and what makes them want to give to you.
This fast-paced, half-day program will help you understand why donors give – and how to get them to give to you again and again.
Participants will leave with conversation starters and actionable ideas to take back to other staff and board members.
Join instructor Darleen Benson as she leads a 6-week series of chair yoga classes geared specifically towards seniors.
A yoga teacher with almost 40 years of experience, Darleen will lead the class in a beginner friendly routine designed to increase strength, flexibility, and balance. Participants will learn natural body postures that fight pain and promote mobility.
This program is free and open to the public.
We are lucky to have incredible Animal Educators to help us spread the word on the important roles they play in the Park. Join one of our Park naturalists for an informal program where your family will love meeting some of our wilder teammates! Kids of all ages are sure to take home some fun facts and special memories. Then, grab a Track Trail brochure at the Animal Discovery Den and round out the day with a hike along our Great Woodland Adventure trail with 12 education stations. Don’t forget your camera!
https://www.facebook.com/events/714700392244282/?event_time_id=714700442244277
We are lucky to have incredible Animal Educators to help us spread the word on the important roles they play in the Park. Join one of our Park naturalists for an informal program where your family will love meeting some of our wilder teammates! Kids of all ages are sure to take home some fun facts and special memories. Then, grab a Track Trail brochure at the Animal Discovery Den and round out the day with a hike along our Great Woodland Adventure trail with 12 education stations. Don’t forget your camera!
Cost: Included with Park admission.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1102692779911730/?event_time_id=1102692826578392
Performances Wednesday and Thursday at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM, Friday at 8:00 PM, Saturday at 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM, and Sunday at 2:00 PM.
Celebrate hit songs made famous by Elvis Presley at the Flat Rock Playhouse in the upcoming production, All Shook Up! A famous Broadway musical hit, All Shook Up combines the hilarity of Shakespearean comedies, such as A Midsummer Night’s Dream, with the rock & roll music of Elvis Presley. In a musical presentation akin to Godspell and Footloose, this jukebox musical tells the story of a small-town girl with big dreams, a stick-in-the-mud mayor who has squashed any fun in her town, and the surprise visit of a leather-jacketed, guitar-playing, hip-swinging stranger. Experience the magic of rock & roll, gospel, romance, mistaken identities alongside Broadway-caliber musical numbers and hits such as, “Love Me Tender,” “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Can’t Help Falling In Love”.
Includes All Non Redemption Arcade Games, Activities, and Attractions!
Such as…
Indoor Climbing wall | Indoor/Outdoor Go-karts | Arcade Games | Laser Tag | Bumper Cars | Mini Golf | Mini Bowling | X-Rider Theatre | AeroBall | & More!
https://www.facebook.com/events/323685011602260/?event_time_id=323685098268918
Come in to enjoy creating memories with us during a time that your dollars go farther! Half-off games and attractions after 4pm. See y’all soon!
https://www.facebook.com/events/582585695548471/?event_time_id=582585788881795
Thursdays are Jazz and Wine night! Come enjoy an evening of 1$ off wine specials, live Jazz from 6-8pm, and delicious food by Food Stop Food Truck!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2305712789446907/?event_time_id=2305712892780230
$1 off flagships!
It’s like Open Mic night, but every song is guaranteed to sound good! Share your vinyls with us and we’ll play them for you! 6:30 – 8:30
https://www.facebook.com/events/347259619444923/?event_time_id=347259726111579
Meeting materials will be posted when they are available
Documents: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1YC_lsabeRDHLh5uJwxY_wKSVzfHrfr6O
LINK: https://www.ashevillenc.gov/departments/city_clerk/boards_n_commissions/human_relations_commission.htm
“HRCA duties include, but are not limited to: 1) Making policy recommendations to the City Council which promote and improve human relations and advance equity in the City; 2) Supporting the City’s Office of Equity and Inclusion; 3) Providing a forum where residents can raise issues and complaints relating to human relations in the City; 4) Engaging the community regarding the utilization of City-funded programs and policies for the promotion of human relations; and 5) Promoting and improving human relations and advance equity in the following areas: public safety; educational, art and cultural opportunities; economic development; health and human services; and housing. Members will be eligible to serve two consecutive two-year terms.
The Human Relations Commission of Asheville Composition:
The HRCA will be composed of fifteen members, which should reflect the groups of individuals that the human relations program is intended to protect. City Council will endeavor to appoint city residents meeting the following criteria:
6 African Americans
2 Latinx individuals
2 members of the LGBTQ community
2 youth members, between the ages of 18 and 25
2 to 3 individuals who live in public housing
2 individuals with a disability
3 individuals who are recognized as community leaders
Please indicate any of the above qualifications and/or any experience, knowledge and/or skills with equity on your HRCA application form. “
https://www.facebook.com/events/395202078016738/
This month’s guest speakers are Angie Newsome & Angelica Wind and the monthly topic is sexual assault and sex trafficking.
Angie Newsome is the Executive Director and editor of Carolina Public Press and Angelica Wind is the Executive Director of Our Voice
Registration will begin at 5:15, dinner at 5:30, and the program to follow after at 6:00. Dinner cost is $15 for members and $18 for non-members, payable online. To RSVP, please fill out our form at http://bit.ly/ActBlueAug
You can now pay online via ActBlue for our dinners! Payments will not be accepted at the door. If you have questions, please direct them to [email protected]
Catering will be provided by Farm Burger!
*Deadline to RSVP is August 12th*
https://www.facebook.com/events/1572444486231007/
Treat yourself to a fun and delicious evening celebrating where our food comes from at ASAP’s Local Food Experience. Meet local chefs, artisans, and farmers while sampling small plates highlighting seasonal foods grown and raised in the Southern Appalachians. Cast bids in a silent auction to win private farm-to-table dinners, farm tours, workshops, farm stays, and other fabulous local food experiences. Enjoy connecting with your local food community at the beautiful New Belgium Brewing Co. Brewhouse overlooking the French Broad River. Proceeds benefit ASAP’s programs to help local farms thrive and build healthy communities through connections to local food. Learn more and purchase tickets at asapconnections.org.
An evening of fly tying with the crew from Southern Drifters Outfitters, LLC at Homeplace Beer Co. Come learn how to tie your favorite patterns or learn new techniques from some of the great tyers in the area. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. There will be materials and tools provided for those that want to try their hand at tying. This is an evening of flies and brews so come have a good time. Many a fish tale to be told!
https://www.facebook.com/events/357257808236823/?event_time_id=357257828236821
It’s Thirsty Thursday at the Asheville Tourist’s!! Join us at McCormick field and enjoy $1 sodas and domestic beers, along with discounted craft beers!! Remember it’s $1 for your wristband and a CASH only night. See you at the ballpark!!
**Thirsty Thursday is Presented By Catawba Brewing & 105.9 The Mountain
https://www.facebook.com/events/320710595300301/?event_time_id=320710631966964
Irish Session at Triskelion!
( Every first and third Thursday of the month)
A session is a community celebration of traditional Celtic Music and an exploration of a vast, colorful, musical world that originates from Ireland, Scotland and the other Celtic nations.
The tunes start at 6:30 and the final set will finish by 8:30; every first and third Thursday of the month.
All skill levels are welcome, beginners are invited and it is free to the public. We will mainly be playing dance tunes from the Irish music tradition, but certainly not strictly!
If you are interested in playing traditional Celtic music, please come join us!
https://www.facebook.com/events/137638900463983/?event_time_id=137638960463977
Enjoy views of the Rocky Broad River and local acoustic music from Chicken Coup Willaye while relishing the taste of specially-crafted buffet items inspired by the region.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2999782540047111/
Main St. NoTones – Acoustic jam session at the Hub. The NoTones welcome all singers & musicians. First & Third Thursday of each month, 7:00 pm – whenever.
https://www.facebook.com/events/244654603082232/?event_time_id=244654653082227
Last time to see Izzy for the summer.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1421685748009753/
The third in the Park Rhythms series will be the fabulous Jacktown Ramblers. Click the link below to see more from the Jacktown Ramblers.
https://www.facebook.com/thejacktownramblers/
https://www.facebook.com/events/420065618787838/
Mitch’s Totally Rad Trivia is a team trivia played in 7 rounds over the course of 2 endlessly entertaining hours. The game covers everything pop culture and is always irreverent by nature. The game is not your average pub quiz as it explores everything from didgeridoo covers of pop songs to bad celebrity tattoos and everything in between. Ever wanted to identify animals by their gonads? Then this is the game for you! Mitch curates a one of a kind trivia smorgasbord of random, unusual, and hilarious subjects. This absurd trivia game is not about historical facts or sports stats, it is all about random movies, unforgettable ear-worms, and the hilariousness of growing up in the 80’s and 90’s. The game starts at 7pm in the cozy One Stop in downtown Asheville. Drink specials include $4 bourbon/$4 Washington Apple Shots and $5 White Russians, and food is available from MOJO Kitchen which offers 1/2 price nachos during the game! Best of all the winning team each week takes home a collection of Totally Rad Prizes including a $35 gift certificate to The One Stop/MOJO Kitchen.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2129604460458895/?event_time_id=2129604533792221
Thirsty Thursday
Home of the original Thirsty Thursday $1 beers and cokes | Presented By Catawba Brewing & 105.9 The Mountain
https://www.facebook.com/events/510588529469836/
Widespread, effective social movements usually include mutual aid strategies as part of their work. Mutual aid is work that directly addresses the conditions the movement seeks to address, such as by providing housing, food, health care, or transportation in a way that draws attention to the politics creating need and vulnerability. Famous examples of mutual aid projects include the Black Panther Party’s Free Breakfast Program, the Young Lords Party’s hijacking of New York City’s tuberculosis testing mobile unit to bring TB testing to high-risk, medically neglected neighborhoods, and feminist organizing to provide underground abortions in the 1970’s.
In this webinar, we will look at why mutual aid is an important part of building participatory movements, and what is difficult about mutual aid in the current political climate. We will also look at what principles and methods characterize politicized survival work and how it intentionally departs from charity frameworks.
https://www.facebook.com/events/843610652689439/
The show has merged and Diane will now be opening for David Berman’s (Silver Jews) new project, Purple Mountains at The Grey Eagle on this date. She’ll be accompanied by cellist Isabel Castellvi.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2089627531073764/