Calendar of Events

Summer is all about outdoor fun, spending quality time together as a family and taking in the wonderful sights of nature. Submit your photos of your family hiking, sunlight making its way through the trees or of the fantastic views that make Chimney Rock so special. We’ll use the winning entries on our website and Facebook album, and you’ll win some fun prizes. Photos must be taken within the Chimney Rock section of the Park.

Cost: No cost to enter contest.

https://www.facebook.com/events/540542089755630/?event_time_id=540542256422280

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.

You can’t beat a walk with a friend over good conversation. So, why not take a walk with lots of friends and a history expert to boot? Buncombe County Libraries is excited to announce its Strolling Through History program focused on getting you moving while taking in some experiential history. “Each one of the strolls is a little different. We’ll talk about the evolution of the architecture, famous (or not quite so famous) residents, important events, and more,” explains Pack Memorial Librarian Katherine Calhoun Cutshall. “On our Haywood Street stroll, we talked about how the street has seen two major rebirths and discussed the careers of two WWI nurses who grew up on the street while it was mostly residential.”

Pack Librarians are always looking for innovative ways to showcase the library’s portfolio of initiatives and resources. “The North Carolina Room is a hidden gem in our library system, so programs like Strolling Through History bring the collection to the streets of downtown while showing off resources and programs in a fun new way,” notes Katherine. And of course, exercising your muscles and social skills are important at any age

So, how can you get involved with the monthly Strolling Through History? There are two versions: one for elder adults and one for babies and their caregivers. If you’re interested in participating, the elder adults strolls are the third Friday of every month, and the babies and caretakers strolls are the third Wednesday of every month (except July). All strolls will meet at Pack Memorial Library at 10:30 a.m., and participants should wear comfortable shoes and bring water to stay hydrated. Registration is required. 

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=714700422244279

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=1102692809911727

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”.

FREE DEAD FRIDAYS @ The One Stop
– feat. members of Phuncle Sam acoustic

Join us at The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall every Friday at 5:30PM for our FREE Acoustic Grateful Dead series Featuring members of Phuncle Sam and great drink and food specials.

https://www.facebook.com/events/244820139590703/?event_time_id=244820246257359

Bike Nite is back EVERY FRIDAY through the end of Summer!!
Live Music // DJs // Ride Alongs // And so much more!!
We will be having a kick off party later this month and a huge end of season event later this summer. Stayed tuned for details!!

https://www.facebook.com/events/372453063350999/?event_time_id=372453143350991

PRESERVING A PICTURESQUE AMERICA ANNOUNCES
PARTNERSHIP WITH SAINTS OF PAINT & KICK-OFF EVENTS

Come find out more about how the power of art can protect natural and historic treasures and how you can help.

These will be relaxed events featuring light fare and donated beer/wine from Asheville Brewing Company.

Details: Preserving A Picturesque America PAPA has partnered with the The Saints of Paint on an exciting creative collaboration! Join us Friday, August 9th or Thursday, August 22nd at 5:30 PM as artists and the community will have the chance to learn how they can be involved in this unique experience. Guests will learn about upcoming opportunities to get involved, including having their work shown at a forthcoming exhibition, joining a “paint out,” exploring volunteer needs, and how to become a donor. The event will also be used to announce PAPA’s May 1st Preserving A Picturesque America: The French Broad serial publication launch party and PAPA/SOP art exhibition.

Our Mission: To raise awareness and preserve natural and historic places through
art and literature.

Background: The original Picturesque America serials explored natural as well as architectural wonders across the country and gave Americans a new perspective on these national treasures. It also posed an important question. Over one hundred and forty years ago the artists and writers asked ” …what will become of these unreplaceable natural places? ” By re-creating the original Picturesque America books from 1872 to 1874 we will look at how we as a nation have answered that question. Respected and preserved or exploited and destroyed?

The Saints of Paint are a group of artists based in Asheville who are collectively using their talents to raise funds for groups dedicated to preserving the environment, caring for animals, and working for positive social change. They host shows to support non-profit groups whose work they find inspirational.

WHERE: HARMONY (BEHIND Southern Highlands Guild Craft Gallery)
936 TUNNEL ROAD
ASHEVILLE, NC

WHEN: AUGUST 9TH AND again on AUGUST 22ND, 5:30-6:30 PM

COST: FREE

CONTACT and RSVP
SCOTT VARN
[email protected]
preservationthroughart.org
828-273-5383

https://www.facebook.com/events/664347250735333/?event_time_id=664347257401999

PRESERVING A PICTURESQUE AMERICA ANNOUNCES
PARTNERSHIP WITH SAINTS OF PAINT & KICK-OFF EVENTS

Come find out more about how the power of art can protect natural and historic treasures and how you can help.

These will be relaxed events featuring light fare and donated beer/wine from Asheville Brewing Company.

Details: Preserving A Picturesque America PAPA has partnered with the The Saints of Paint on an exciting creative collaboration! Join us Friday, August 9th or Thursday, August 22nd at 5:30 PM as artists and the community will have the chance to learn how they can be involved in this unique experience. Guests will learn about upcoming opportunities to get involved, including having their work shown at a forthcoming exhibition, joining a “paint out,” exploring volunteer needs, and how to become a donor. The event will also be used to announce PAPA’s May 1st Preserving A Picturesque America: The French Broad serial publication launch party and PAPA/SOP art exhibition.

Our Mission: To raise awareness and preserve natural and historic places through
art and literature.

Background: The original Picturesque America serials explored natural as well as architectural wonders across the country and gave Americans a new perspective on these national treasures. It also posed an important question. Over one hundred and forty years ago the artists and writers asked ” …what will become of these unreplaceable natural places? ” By re-creating the original Picturesque America books from 1872 to 1874 we will look at how we as a nation have answered that question. Respected and preserved or exploited and destroyed?

The Saints of Paint are a group of artists based in Asheville who are collectively using their talents to raise funds for groups dedicated to preserving the environment, caring for animals, and working for positive social change. They host shows to support non-profit groups whose work they find inspirational.

WHERE: HARMONY (BEHIND Southern Highlands Guild Craft Gallery)
936 TUNNEL ROAD
ASHEVILLE, NC

WHEN: AUGUST 9TH AND again on AUGUST 22ND, 5:30-6:30 PM

COST: FREE

CONTACT and RSVP
SCOTT VARN
[email protected]
preservationthroughart.org
828-273-5383

https://www.facebook.com/events/664347250735333/

On sale here: https://www.wncnaturecentergifts.org/brews-and-bears

Tap into your wild side at the WNC Nature Center! Join us for the always popular Brews & Bears after hours event featuring drinks, music, a food truck, and an up close view of an awesome bear enrichment activity with our black bears, Uno and Ursa!

Beer provided by: Oskar Blues Brewery North Carolina, Highland Brewing
Cider provided by: Bold Rock Mills River, Angry Orchard
Food Truck: Appalachian Chic Food Truck
Ice Cream: The Hop Ice Cream Cafe

Event Sponsor:
Festiva
Biltmore
Hummingbird Insurance

Tickets:
$10 Non-Members
$8 Members
On sale here: https://www.wncnaturecentergifts.org/brews-and-bears
Children 2 and under are free; all others will need a ticket.
Food and drink available for purchase.

*Please bring valid photo ID to purchase alcoholic beverages

This is a rain or shine event. If the weather is so bad that we are forced to cancel/reschedule, we will post that information on this Facebook event page and email everyone who has purchased tickets.

https://www.facebook.com/events/139793136915226/

CRUISE THEN BOOZE
$30.00 Per Person
EVERY FRIDAY EVENING JUNE THROUGH AUGUST.

START YOUR SUMMER EVENING OFF RIGHT WITH A 2 HOUR PADDLE TRIP DOWN THE FRENCH BROAD AND END AT OSKAR BLUES BREWERY FOR A COLD CRAFT BEER (Drinks Not Included In Cost).

HEADWATERS OUTFITTERS WILL MEET YOU AT OSKAR BLUES BREWERY AT 5:30 PM WITH BOATS, LIFE-JACKETS, AND PADDLES. A QUICK 2 MINUTE SHUTTLE TO PISGAH FOREST ACCESS WILL PUT YOU AT THE LAUNCH SITE OF YOUR PADDLE TRIP. END YOUR PADDLE AT THE PENROSE BOATING ACCESS. THE SHUTTLE (APPROXIMATE 10 MIN.) WILL TAKE YOU BACK TO OSKAR BLUES AND THE TAPROOM IS OPEN TILL 10:00 PM.

ENJOY GREAT BEER AND LIVE MUSIC……..PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY!

COST- $30.00 PER PERSON

**GUEST DO NOT HAVE TO BE 21 TO PADDLE**
**DRINKS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN COST**

https://www.facebook.com/events/2291829214372611/?event_time_id=2291829247705941

Franny’s 50th Birthday Party Benefiting Women in Hemp
Friday, August 9th from 6 till at Ambrose West on Haywood Rd
Bring your boogie shoes & dress in your best Woodstock attire!

https://www.facebook.com/events/458712521635219/

Evening paddle, when the crowds are gone and wildlife are coming out. 6 PM – 8:30 PM, offered the 2nd and 4th Friday in June, July & August

https://www.facebook.com/events/1052206058295884/?event_time_id=1052206074962549

We are excited to be featured in the latest edition of Holly Myers’ Goodnight Asheville! To celebrate this momentous occasion we will be hosting a book release and signing w/ Holly Myers on Friday August 9th from 5-7 PM EST!

50% of our doughnut sales the entire day will be donated to Sleep Tight Kids, a non-profit focused on donating bedtime related items to children in need in Asheville, NC. http://sleeptightkids.org/

We will also be selling raffle tickets to raise more money for Sleep Tight Kids. We will be raffling off goodies from the businesses featured in Goodnight Asheville!

Bring the kids, eat some doughnuts, buy a book, and meet the author!

https://www.facebook.com/events/371114863548824/

Flannel Biscuit Live at Mad Co. Brew House, from 6pm-9pm!
Pizza by the Sweet Monkey Cafe.
Flannel Biscuit features Greg Speas & Dan Williams.

https://www.facebook.com/events/365408604017313/

MOVIES IN THE PARK
SPONSORED BY BLACK ORTHODONTICS
Location: Pack Square Park
Asheville Parks and Recreation presents Movies in the Park sponsored by Black Orthodontics, a free event series in Pack Square Park. Activities begin at 6:30 p.m. and the movie begins at dusk on a giant outdoor screen on the Pack Square Park stage. Bring your chairs or a blanket, snacks, and enjoy a movie under the stars.
FREE

Friday, August 9: Coco
A boy journeys into the Land of the Dead to seek forgiveness from his ancestors and lift a curse.
PG, 98 minutes

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNCz4mQzfEI

https://www.facebook.com/events/633253920469024/

All Levels Welcome
300 Hour YA Credit
$300

Come unwind and move into stillness. Yin yoga facilitates a receptive state in which we can explore our yin-side or deeper layers of mind and body. This weekend will include four delicious classes, with guided meditation and visualization, plus exercises to apply the concepts of yin to your own personal time on the mat and group classes.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2120575341394858/

All Levels Welcome
300 Hour YA Credit
$300

Come unwind and move into stillness. Yin yoga facilitates a receptive state in which we can explore our yin-side or deeper layers of mind and body. This weekend will include four delicious classes, with guided meditation and visualization, plus exercises to apply the concepts of yin to your own personal time on the mat and group classes.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2120575341394858/?event_time_id=2120575351394857

The traditional teachings of yoga nidra guided relaxation address and reintegrate the 5 body sheaths of your being (physical, energy, emotional, mental, etheric/bliss). This superconscious state, deeply relaxed but awake and aware, is a place where accelerated healing and learning can happen. One hour of yoga nidra practice restores the body similarly to 6 hours of deep sleep.
Yoga Nidra brings you into a deeply restorative healing state that will release tension, enhance your vital life source, and leave you with a greater sense of peace and wellbeing.

$38 pp for one full hour of yoga Nidra inside the Salt Cave. reservations are required. This event is hosted by Kerry McKenzie
www.ashevillesaltcave.com this is a prepaid event.

**This is a pre-purchased ticket to an event, your ticket is not refundable once purchase.

https://www.facebook.com/events/425296894686715/

A two-day training for community science volunteers interested in helping assess barriers to aquatic organism passage. Data from this effort will help create a Conservation Plan for the Sky Island area of Pisgah National Forest.

This training will be a little different. On Friday, August 9th we will meet at the RiverLink Office (170 Lyman Rd, Asheville, NC) at 7 pm for some classroom work covering the AOP protocol and basics of structures you may encounter.

On Saturday, August 10th we will meet at the North Mills River Recreation Area (5289 N Mills Rd, Mills River, NC) at 8 am and head out in the field for some hands-on training.

All survey volunteers need to download the Survey123 app on their tablet or smartphone for this training.

Please contact Jeff Wright at [email protected] to sign up.

https://www.facebook.com/events/471068756788651/

The 10th annual season of Concerts on the Creek returns to Jackson County, N.C., in 2019. Held from 7-9 p.m. every Friday from Memorial Day through Labor Day at the Bridge Park in Sylva, these FREE, family-friendly events are organized by the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce, the Town of Sylva and the Jackson County Parks and Recreation Department. Bring a chair or blanket. Donations are greatly appreciated. Please visit www.mountainlovers.com or call 828-586-2155 for more information.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1404403719696144/?event_time_id=1404403766362806

What: “The Children of Dionysus” a Solo Art Show by Elizabeth Albright

When: Opening Reception August 9th from 7-9pm. Show runs August 9th-September 8th

Where: Zapow Gallery, 150 Coxe Ave, Suite 101, Asheville, NC 28801

Since 2018 Elizabeth Albright has been reinventing mythological and historical narratives in her oil paintings by “defacing” classic art. Elizabeth’s last solo show, “Noble Beasts,” explored the symbolic connections between historical figures and animals by transforming renaissance royalty into the animal that best represented them. Her next show, “The Children of Dionysus,” will focus on the more conceptual idea of how mythological themes relate to ideas in classic art.

For this show Elizabeth will be transforming the figures in Rococo paintings into animals associated with the Greek God Dionysus.

Why Rococo? Why Dionyus?

In Greek mythology Dionysus, worshipped as early as 1500 BCE, was the God of wine, fertility, ecstasy, and all those other things that go along with frivolity and excess. Dionysus’ sacred animals were the panther, leopard, tiger, bull, horse, goat, donkey, and serpent.

Rococo painting, which originated in early 18th century Paris, embraced similar concepts. The artists focused on pastoral or boudoir tableaus populated by carefree aristocrats, performers, and farm folk who drink, sing, and cavort. These characters live in a world of amorous encounters and lighthearted youthful revelry, all idyllically portrayed using pastels and soft lines.

Although the myth of Dionysus and the Rococo art movement are separated by centuries, conceptually they are very similar. So why not marry the two and create a new narrative? Why not imagine what it would be like if the Dionysus myth were told in 18th century AD rather than 17th century BCE? In France instead of Greece?

Since the beginning of time, humans have been telling the same stories over and over again. With “The Children of Dionysus” Elizabeth hopes to tell another old story in a new way.

Opening Reception for “The Children of Dionysus” in the ZaPow Gallery Taproom, August 9th, from 7-9pm. Free drinks, music, masquerade ball, prizes, parlor games, and cake (let them eat cake!). The show runs from August 9th-September 8th. For more information visit ElizabethAlbrightArt.com.

We are excited to welcome Valle Crucis local Ingrid Forsyth to the stage at Music in the Valle with her Brazilian Jazz duet! This night of music is made possible by sponsors Holy Cross Episcopal Church and the Valle Crucis Conference Center. Come transport yourself around the globe with some international flair! Betty’s Biscuits will be here serving their delicious variety of biscuit sandwiches!

Don’t forget to bring $5 per person or $10 per family as a donation to the Park. Your donations help us keep our Park beautiful and enable us to continue the Music in the Valle tradition.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2270490739685209/

Tickets on Sale Now!

Best known as the singer-songwriter/ front man of the Philadelphia based blues- rock band Cinderella, Tom Keifer, is enjoying continued success and touring in support of his solo debut, The Way Life Goes.

Though he possesses all the fire and brimstone of Rock’s greatest front men, you would be hard pressed to find the versatility and dimension that Keifer brings to a stage.

Whether delivering heart wrenching ballads, such as Don’t Know What You Got ‘til It’s Gone, channeling the soul of the bluesmen of the past with his slide guitar and lap steel, or blowing sax on rockers like “Shelter Me”, Keifer is clearly one of the most unique singers and accomplished musicians in Rock and Roll. Combine that with his new band, Tony Higbee (Guitar/vocals), Billy Mercer (Bass/vocals), Kory Myers (Keyboards/Vocals), Jarred Pope, (Drums), Savannah Keifer (Vocals/percussion/Piano) and Kendra Chantelle (Vocals/percussion), and there is only one possible outcome- A high energy rock show combining all the classic hits of Cinderella with new favorites from The Way Life Goes that will only leave you wanting more.

https://www.facebook.com/events/260872248130286/

BYE BYE BIRDIE
A Musical Comedy
Book by Michael Stewart
Music by Charles Strouse
Lyrics by Lee Adams
Originally Produced by Edward Padula
Main Stage
August 2-18
Director: Colby Coren
A campy musical send-up of the late 1950s, small-town America, teenagers, and rock & roll. Teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie has been drafted, so he chooses All-American girl Kim MacAfee for a very public farewell kiss. Inspired by the phenomenon of Elvis Presley and his draft notice into the Army.

https://www.facebook.com/events/236974623900794/

BYE BYE BIRDIE
A Musical Comedy
Book by Michael Stewart
Music by Charles Strouse
Lyrics by Lee Adams
Originally Produced by Edward Padula
Main Stage
August 2-18
Director: Colby Coren
A campy musical send-up of the late 1950s, small-town America, teenagers, and rock & roll. Teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie has been drafted, so he chooses All-American girl Kim MacAfee for a very public farewell kiss. Inspired by the phenomenon of Elvis Presley and his draft notice into the Army.

https://www.facebook.com/events/236974623900794/?event_time_id=236974630567460

Montford Park Players Presents Classic Love Story, Romeo & Juliet

Romeo & Juliet
by William Shakespeare

Produced by Montford Park Players at the Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre

Show Dates:
August 2-24
Friday, Saturday and Sunday @ 7:30pm

Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre
92 Gay St. Asheville, NC

We’re proud announce our upcoming production of the classic romance Romeo & Juliet. All performances will be held at the Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre at 92 Gay Street in the heart of Asheville’s historic Montford District, from August 2nd through the 24th on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at 7:30pm. This performance, like ALL of Montford Park Players’ shows, will be absolutely FREE to attend.

Romeo & Juliet remains one of the most-enduring stories in all of history, spawning countless productions at theaters around the world and filmed versions, both of the original and stories based on it, seemingly every few years. In this years’ version, director Mandy Bean presents the show close to as it may have originally been produced, traditional costumes and production concept.
The story of these “star-crossed lovers” was last presented by Montford Park Players five years ago. It tells the story of the Capulets and the Montagues, two families in a long-standing feud. When their children Juliet and Romeo, respectively, fall in love, the blowback is violent and even deadly. Although, it is a tragedy in the traditional sense, the play is very funny, charming and romantic in its early acts. Director Bean hopes that those who perceive of the show as a tear-jerker, will see the brilliant antics set forth in before things get heavy.

Romeo here is played by Jackson Cole with MPP-regular Sophie Stanley as his love, Juliet. The cast contains some of Montford’s most-popular players, including Devyn Ray Villareal, Haven Volpe, Jason Williams and David Broshar. The show is, as mentioned, directed by Mandy Bean, who directed the hit A Midsummer Night’s Dream last season. Costumes will be by Sam LeBroq, with choreography provided by Kristi DeVille.

For more information or to reserve seats, go to montfordparkplayers.org, or call at (828) 254-5146.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1232270493600197/?event_time_id=1232270510266862

Montford Park Players Presents Classic Love Story, Romeo & Juliet

Romeo & Juliet
by William Shakespeare

Produced by Montford Park Players at the Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre

Show Dates:
August 2-24
Friday, Saturday and Sunday @ 7:30pm

Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre
92 Gay St. Asheville, NC

We’re proud announce our upcoming production of the classic romance Romeo & Juliet. All performances will be held at the Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre at 92 Gay Street in the heart of Asheville’s historic Montford District, from August 2nd through the 24th on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at 7:30pm. This performance, like ALL of Montford Park Players’ shows, will be absolutely FREE to attend.

Romeo & Juliet remains one of the most-enduring stories in all of history, spawning countless productions at theaters around the world and filmed versions, both of the original and stories based on it, seemingly every few years. In this years’ version, director Mandy Bean presents the show close to as it may have originally been produced, traditional costumes and production concept.
The story of these “star-crossed lovers” was last presented by Montford Park Players five years ago. It tells the story of the Capulets and the Montagues, two families in a long-standing feud. When their children Juliet and Romeo, respectively, fall in love, the blowback is violent and even deadly. Although, it is a tragedy in the traditional sense, the play is very funny, charming and romantic in its early acts. Director Bean hopes that those who perceive of the show as a tear-jerker, will see the brilliant antics set forth in before things get heavy.

Romeo here is played by Jackson Cole with MPP-regular Sophie Stanley as his love, Juliet. The cast contains some of Montford’s most-popular players, including Devyn Ray Villareal, Haven Volpe, Jason Williams and David Broshar. The show is, as mentioned, directed by Mandy Bean, who directed the hit A Midsummer Night’s Dream last season. Costumes will be by Sam LeBroq, with choreography provided by Kristi DeVille.

For more information or to reserve seats, go to montfordparkplayers.org, or call at (828) 254-5146.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1232270493600197/

Western Carolina Rescue Ministries will host the Inaugural Light Up the Night 5k on August 9th: A glow-in-the-dark nighttime run for all abilities that will wind through the historic streets of Montford in Asheville: This is your time to shine! Runners will take to the streets starting at 7:30 pm in “glow swag” in this fun and unique event, and all the proceeds from this run will directly benefit the continuous work of recovery, rescue and restoration to individuals throughout WNC.

The Run: A scenic, night-time fun 5K run through the Historic Montford area in Asheville, North Carolina. The run will follow along Montford Avenue and Hill Street through beautiful Victorian neighborhoods that mirror Asheville’s cosmopolitan character. The run will start and end at Western Carolina Rescue Ministries in Downtown Asheville, NC. Permit Pending.

Registration: Early Registration is only $30 and begins on April 1, 2019 through April 30th. Registration prices will increase after this date. Participants will receive a free ‘glow’ t-shirt if they register by July 28th.

Backing a Good Cause: Western Carolina Rescue Ministries (WCRM) exists to serve the homeless, poor and addicted populations of Western North Carolina. They meet people in crisis, focus on helping them at the point of their need, invest in their future, and help them until they can move forward.

Awards: Awards will be given to the top three finishers male/female overall, top one overall master’s (male/female) and top three (male/female) in various age graded categories.

“I would love to see community members become aware of the significant impact we are having on HUNDREDS of THOUSANDS of lives within our area,” says Jessica May, Director of Development at WCRM. “We are helping them in various ways such as providing warm meals, safe shelter, public showers, free primary medical care, clothing, food boxes, and free year-long residential recovery programs for both men and women with young children. The funds raised at this event will help us to continue to provide the love these individuals need as they pick up the pieces and move forward in a healthy, positive way.”

For more information please e-mail [email protected].

https://www.facebook.com/events/772453453136550/