Calendar of Events

Join Open Hearts Art Center for the Annual Talent Show at our studios and gallery in the South Slope of Asheville, featuring music, dance, spoken word, original artwork, raffle items, food and drinks! We added an additional performance this year after having a sold out show in 2017. There are only 90 seats available for each performance, so be sure to get your tickets in advance! Doors open 30 minutes prior to show.

Open Hearts Art Center is a supportive studio and gallery dedicated to representing and empowering adults with varied abilities to connect to and reach their full potential through the arts. It is a 501(c)(3), community-based program focused on supporting the individual needs of artists with the everyday goal of emphasizing each person’s many and vast abilities while providing opportunities in visual and performing arts.

www.openheartsartcenter.org
arts.people.empowerment.

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Share your experience and meet & greet other patients and family members!

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Redleg Husky, Asheville’s own country, bluegrass and blues duo, is playing at Turgua! Come early. Stay late. Remember it’ll be getting dark early after daylight savings ends. We’re looking forward to crisp fall weather, a fire in the pit, some hot pickin’ and good times!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMuu6Ah3SP8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87AWMLZ3Fqc
https://redleghusky.bandcamp.com/
www.redleghusky.com

FREE

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ONE DAY ONLY! Come in on Nov. 17, 3:30-6:30 pm, and save 15-30% off martial arts pads, uniforms, belt displays, all kinds of gifts, and more! SAVE on tuition/memberships whether you are a current student or a prospective new student. (Special trial offer available at this sale as well!)

We only do this once a year, as a way of saying thank you to our community and getting you all set up with your martial arts needs. :)

NEW STUDENTS: HOLIDAY SPECIAL! Only $79 for a private lesson, 2 unlimited weeks of regular classes, plus a free BRTKD uniform for a holiday gift! Schedule your 2 weeks in the new year! (Come in to the Holiday Sale to register and get your uniform.)

Click “Interested” or “Going” in this event to get price listings as we post them closer to the event, and any updates.

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Out of The Blue is coming back to Eluvium Brewing Company! Come check out their version of Peruvian Fusion cuisine! And Grab a pint, of course! ;)

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UPDATE: REGISTRATION CLOSED, AND OUR WAITLIST IS FULL. Please follow our main page “Deep Ecology Meditation” for information about other upcoming programs.

Join Deep Ecology Meditation for a beautiful group hike under the autumn moon and stars at Big Ivy.

There will be periods of silence, guided meditations, stargazing, and other contemplative offerings. This event is suitable for people with any level of experience of meditation or mindfulness practice. The hike itself is moderate, and involves some stream crossings. We will take it slowly as the intention is full presence to our magical surroundings. The program will be led by Kathryn Shanks and Sonia Marcus.

We will carpool from the Greenlife parking lot to Big Ivy. There will be an option to spend the night, so if you’d like to camp out, bring gear for that (sleeping bag, sleeping mat, etc.). Otherwise, all you will need is warm clothing, a water bottle, waterproof shoes, a flashlight (ideally a headlamp), and any snacks that you would like either during or after the program.

Suggested contribution: $20/person

Facilitators:

Kathryn Shanks has an extensive background in contemplative practices and outdoor leadership. She offers body-centered ecotherapy in private practice and is the founder of the Deep Ecology Meditation group. She has a Master’s Degree in Counseling with a specialization in Creative Expression, and is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate. As a practitioner of Zen Buddhist mindfulness practice, a student of the School of Celtic Consciousness, a practitioner of Hakomi therapy, and a lover of the natural world, Kathryn is passionate about connecting people with the sacred in nature, in themselves, and in all things.

Sonia Marcus is a meditation teacher and board member for Southern Dharma Retreat Center near Hot Springs NC. In her time off from meditation, Sonia Marcus serves as UNC Asheville’s director of sustainability and as a member of UNCA’s Contemplative Pedagogy learning community. She is currently enrolled in the Awake in the Wild meditation teacher training program with Mark Coleman which focuses on nature and wilderness-based practice.

Please register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-Bw5rIgRqLWOAu_Bl3WVBb9G1UZj3SL9pxuviq1r2uth-7w/viewform

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Cheese, Meat, Hot and Cold Sandwiches. Something for everyone!

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The City of Asheville, NC Arboretum, Asheville Downtown Association and Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority are partnering for Downtown Local Lights, an artistic holiday light display at Pack Square, and new this year, expanded to Pritchard Park. Downtown Local Lights will kickoff Saturday, November 17 at 5pm at Pack Square with free photos with Santa, hot chocolate from French Broad Chocolate Lounge and holiday carols from Asheville Gay Men’s Chorus. The lighting ceremony will begin at 6pm.

Event photo: Camilla Calnan Photography

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FREE Santa Photos will be available at the center through December 24 at the The North Carolina Arboretum sponsored Santa Set. Every family who visits Santa at Asheville Outlets will receive two FREE 4” x 6” Santa photo prints and a digital download of a single image. Free Santa Photos is hosted by Great Beginnings Lead To Great Smiles.

(Additional photos and Christmas merchandise are available for purchase. One giveaway per family, per Christmas season. Some restrictions may apply. Valid only through December 24, 2018.)

https://www.facebook.com/events/337462147058287/?event_time_id=337462167058285

Here comes Santa Claus! Kick off the Holiday Season at Asheville Outlets Saturday, November 17th with the arrival of Santa, annual Tree Lighting and FREE Santa Photos. Santa will lead a parade featuring Enka Candler Fire Department and Enka High School Band leading all the through the center to officially light the 24-foot tree located in front of Forever 21. Paramount Kia of Asheville and iHeart Radio – Asheville (Star 104.3) will sponsor Santa’s festive arrival. Immediately following the tree lighting sponsored by SmartStop Self Storage, grab a complimentary hot chocolate from SmartStop’s booth and head to the food court. Santa will be available at the The North Carolina Arboretum sponsored Santa Set through Christmas Eve for FREE photos thanks to Great Beginnings Lead To Great Smiles!

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Nurse Next Door will be participating in the Asheville Outlets Santa Arrival and Tree Lighting! This is a free holiday event, so come on by and have a holly jolly good time!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1170187446469622/

SmartStop Self Storage, iHeart Radio-Asheville and Paramount KIA of Asheville are pleased to team up with Asheville Outlets (ShopAshevilleOutlets.com) to welcome Santa Saturday, November 17th at 5 p.m. at the center! The Enka-Candler Fire Department and Paramount KIA of Asheville will lead Santa’s parade around the center to holiday tunes by the Enka High School Band, then officially light the 24-foot tree located in front of Forever 21. Music, crafts, balloon art and strolling magic will add to the evening’s festivities. The tree lighting ceremony is sponsored by SmartStop Self Storage.

Immediately following the tree lighting, Santa will be available for FREE photos (daily through Christmas Eve). FREE Santa photos are sponsored by Great Beginnings Great Smiles. The Santa set is sponsored by The North Carolina Arboretum Winter Lights and is in the Asheville Outlets food court.

Candlelight Christmas Evenings*
Saturday, November 3, 2018 – Saturday, January 5, 2019 (Select Dates)

*Check website for availability/dates
*By reservation only.
*Pricing varies by date.

Candlelight, firelight, and live music bring holiday warmth to the extravagant holiday décor of Biltmore House, creating an evening to remember. Evening guests can also take advantage of Antler Hill Village & Winery to enjoy free wine tastings. Advance reservations are required for evening visits.

Learn more about #ChristmasAtBiltmore or plan your visit: biltmore.com/Christmas

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Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner
w/ Lots of Desserts
$ 10.00 per person.
Take-out plates available
Raffles – 50/50’s – Fun – Games
Music by David Jones
Bring Pet Supplies!
Net Proceeds to benefit The Pampered Pet Pantry….a local 501c3 operated by Karen and Marc Keller.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1350051068463293/

Join us for an evening where we will help dreams come true. This will be a fun night that includes drinks, silent auctions, dinner and dancing as we raise awareness for the Sleep Tight Kids foundation.

https://www.facebook.com/events/524435131395232/

Rising Moon Wellness is hosting a Holiday Recipe Makeover Party on November 17th. The cooking class will be held at Shift Brain Integration from 6 – 8 pm. We will be making and tasting 3 delicious recipes including; Roasted Butternut Squash Casserole, Cauliflower & Wild Rice Stuffed pumpkin, and a Keto Pumpkin Pie. Bring your traditional family recipes and we will give you some healthy makeover tips. $20 includes the cooking class, tastings & recipes so you can make them at home for your family holiday celebration.

https://www.facebook.com/events/458351044690214/

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Macehualiztli
Una secuencia de pasos o movimientos rítmicos que generalmente se realizan con música, por placer o como una forma de interacción social.

Este evento es para recaudar fondos con la música de gente nativa de Las Americas DJ Malinalli estara apoyando los proyectos de artes culturales de gente nativa de Las Americas a través de BeLoved, incluido el Neighborhood Fiesta Project, Proud to Be Brown y Rise Up Artists De-Colonizing Asheville Outdoor Gallery y el espacio educativo. A lo largo de la fiesta se proyectarán bailes indígenas tradicionales y los asistentes a la fiesta podrán hacer pins buttons en honor al trabajo y la creatividad de los indígenas.

Macehualiztl
A sequence of rhythmic steps or movements usually performed to music, for pleasure or as a form of social interaction.

This fundraiser featuring DJ Malinalli spinning native people of Las Americas dance music supports native people of Las Americas cultural arts projects through BeLoved including the Neighborhood Fiesta Project, Proud to Be Brown, and Rise Up Artists De-Colonizing Asheville Outdoor Gallery and Education space. Throughout the party traditional indigenous dancing will be projected and party goers can make pins honoring the work and creativity of indigenous people.

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Experience Asheville’s brightest holiday tradition at Winter Lights at The North Carolina Arboretum. Walk through an outdoor winter wonderland and see the Arboretum’s gardens dressed in more than half-a-million holiday lights. Roast s’mores by the fire, listen to your favorite holiday tunes or enjoy a cup of hot cocoa, cider or beer. Proceeds from the event will support the Arboretum’s educational programs, exhibit and facilities year-round.

Tickets range from $8-18 and must be purchased in advance online at www.ncwinterlights.com.

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Tour Gatlinburg’s most dazzling light displays by hopping aboard the Gatlinburg Trolley Ride of Lights! This popular winter tradition is the perfect way to see our mountain town in all its Winter Magic splendor. Get your tickets today!

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This is a ticketed event with limited space available. Please pre-purchase tickets to reserve your space. We are thrilled to have Chef Johnny Curiel join us for an evening. He invites you to taste truly high end Mexican Cuisine.
This is his bio: I come from a proud family of chefs—my mom, dad, and sister are all executive chefs! From a young age, I knew that I would become a chef too, and I got my start at 14 washing dishes in my dad’s kitchen. At 18, I decided to travel across Mexico and learn as much as I could about the cooking traditions of each state. In three years I visited almost all of them, learning from everyone I could—from famous chefs in bustling restaurants to abuelas in their home kitchens. At 21, I joined Richard Sandoval’s team, cooking at restaurants and competitions across the USA and Mexico—DC, New York, Los Angeles, Guadalajara, Oaxaca, and Aspen—and then joined Troy Guard in Denver, working the Kitchens of Guard + Grace, Los Chingones, and Mr. Tuna. In 2017, I joined Big Red F family at Centro Mexican Kitchen in Boulder, CO as the Executive Chef. My goal is to introduce people to the many wonderful flavors of Mexico, and in that way share my culture with them. I love seeing the look on their faces when they taste something for the first time, or when a flavor brings them back to a place they’ve loved.

Menu:
Johnny Curiel

Hongos al Ajillo – Mole Verde , Preserved Lime- Frisée Salad.

Kanpachi Tlayuda – Salsa Macha – Cactus Plant Aguachile- Charales

Tetela De Chivo- Salsa Borracha-Pickled Cippolini – Berros

Chamorro de Res – Mole de Queso – Charred Serrano – Crispy potatos

Tamalito De Nuez – Mezcal Rompope – Grilled Berries

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In this class you will discover techniques that can be applied to conquering any type of hair. Whether you are looking for new techniques to add to your arsenal or are looking to build it, this class is something you don’t want to miss!

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Daniel Sage at The Poe House Saturday 7 to 10 p.m.

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CONAN: https://youtu.be/QmnTfn7bE4M

Late Show with Stephen Colbert: https://youtu.be/48R4gSpNH-I

Carmen Lynch was recently listed on Splitsider’s “2016’s Best Late Night Sets” for her appearance on CONAN.bShe has also performed twice on The Late Show with David Letterman, as well as The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, @midnight, Inside Amy Schumer, and The Good Wife. She most recently starred in a short film directed by Chloë Sevigny.

Carmen has also performed for the troops in Iraq and Kuwait, and continues to tour in Spanish-speaking countries doing standup in Spanish. She recently returned from a sold-out run of her live show “Lynched” at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, where The Scotsman named her show “one of the best free shows at this year’s Fringe.”

When she isn’t on the road, Carmen can usually be found at The Comedy Cellar in NYC. Check out her comedy CD Dance Like You Don’t Need the Money, which was named Comedy Album of the Year (2017) by Sirius XM, and is available on carmenlynch.com.

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Check out this month’s live music lineup:

Friday 11/2 Billingsley
Saturday 11/3 Peggy Ratusz

Thursday 11/8 Patrick Dodd Trio & Royal Suits
Friday 11/9 Ashley Heath & The Paper Crowns
Saturday 11/10 Sanctum Sully & Leeda Lyric Jones

Friday 11/16 The Dirty Badgers
Saturday 11/17 Lucky 757

Friday 11/23 RichNelsonBand
Saturday 11/24 Gold Rose

Tuesday 11/27 Fwuit!

Friday 11/30 Porch 40

https://www.facebook.com/events/1218679134923930/?event_time_id=1218679151590595

This dinner will be in celebration of our entry into the night time of the year.  It’s the time to bring warmth into our lives through cozy food, fire, light, and embellishment.  
By attending this dinner, you’re contributing to Bountiful Cities
Pearson Garden is moving into becoming the first proto-type Micro Enterprise Farm Incubator in town.  Currently, it functions to support Patchwork Urban Farms, Take Care Herbal, and Grass to Greens.  I’ll donate 20% of your ticket to help maintain the grounds and infrastructure and further develop the incubator model. Come out to dinner, and I’ll tell you all about it!
Thali-Style Indian Supper
Thali, literally meaning “plate,” refers to the typical way a meal is eaten in an Indian household and many Indian restaurants. The full pallette of tastes and textures adorn the plate in small bowls and plates, allowing the eater to mix and match the many different components to make the perfect bite. Refills on many components are offered throughout the meal.
Arrival 
Please arrive anytime between 7 and 8pm.  Feel free to help yourself to the self serve drink bar.  Hang out and walk around if you like.  When you are seated, we’ll serve you.  Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions when you arrive.    
Menu
This menu will be ovo-lacto-vegetarian, BUT vegans can be accomodated.
Staples
Flat Bread 
Kadi (savory yogurt chickpea soup)
Heirloom Grits Kichari
Veg Items
Broccoli
Seasonal Greens & Roots
Proteins
Egg
Snacks
Idli & Sambar
Chaat
Accoutrements
Assortment of Seasonal Chutneys
Raita (yogurt sauce)
Fenugreek Pickle (Achaar)
Kuchumbar (Salad)
Dessert
Chocolate bites with persimmon
Drinks
Chai
Self Serve Beer and Wine Bar (by donation)

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Asheville Date Night Guide and Polanco Restaurant Asheville presents SWIPE MIC – the first ever open mic for crazy dating stories on Saturday 17 November from 7-9 PM!

Host is Jackson, contributor to Asheville Date Night Guide and producer, former standup comedian Gweilo Jackson ( https://youtu.be/RPADYDqF0Ng ) and Hong Kong Inmate 397828.

Party after with DJ G3MS – https://www.facebook.com/djg3ms/

We will be opening up the microphone for anyone, everyone (#LGBTQ, #POLY) for 3 minutes to tell one funny, sad, hilarious, and/or romantic dating story online or IRL.

Also join us for –

* CRAIGSLIST CONNECTIONS – as we do dramatic readings of Craigslist Missed Connections – https://asheville.craigslist.org/search/mis

* BEST OF DATE & VENT (use the SWIPE MIC date hotline – 863 602 8551 – and vent your frustrations as they happen on ghosting, dick pics, not picking up the bill, etc)

* DM DAMN! (use our IG or SNAP: @swipemic to forward your favorite craziest DMs)

* AUTO INCORRECTS

WIN PRIZES!

DATING STORY: The best 3 minute SWIPE MIC story of the night wins a Summit Coffee Co. 15 USD Gift Card!

DM DAMN: The best, craziest anonymous direct message (DM) wins a Summit Coffee Co. 10 USD Gift Card!

AUTO INCORRECT: The best auto incorrect chat message (auto correct mistake) wins a Summit Coffee Co. 5 USD Gift Card!

* And much, much, much more!

BOND OVER A DATE THAT WAS NOT SO GREAT.

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Join the Wild Asheville Community Chorus for an evening of singing and dancing! Led by director Suzannah Park, we’ll be celebrating music from across the globe with a selection of traditional and contemporary songs from South Africa, Georgia, Croatia, and America.

Sliding scale donations: $5-$10. Kids free! No one turned away for lack of funds.

A raffle for various prizes will be available. See you there!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1158449217663265/

FUN FOR THE FAMILY!
Join us for a special benefit concert showcasing the various groups of students in Sue Ford’s Village Marimba School programs -both youth and adult- as they perform songs they have been learning, while giving back to the culture whose music has inspired and informed them. Suggested donation $5-$20 per person, collected at the door.

Proceeds from the concert will directly benefit Zimbabwean musician and teacher Barnabas Ngalande, who was one of Sue’s teachers, and provide funds to help pay the tuition for his gifted student, Spiwe Fulutuna of Zimbabwe, to continue her education at a high school that teaches music.

Barnabas Ngalande is a traditional native Zimbabwean musician and teacher, specializing in the mbira. He teaches in community schools in Zimbabwe and has been to the US a number of times as a guest teacher. Through his work in the schools, he has become the educational sponsor of three orphaned girls who play in his ensemble “Mbirauture” and he ensures they are able to continue their education, especially in music. The students in his ensemble travel throughout Zimbabwe to perform and compete, opening them up to opportunities that would not otherwise be within their reach.

An important component of Sue Ford’s music programs is fostering an appreciation for diverse styles of music from around the world coupled by an attitude of gratitude in action, that gives back to those sources of newly found inspiration. Music is a universal language. As global citizens, it is important that we remember to bring respect and kindness to the conversation. This benefit concert is an opportunity to exercise that principle.

Guest artists will include River Guerguerian and members of the Asheville Rhythm Ensemble on an array of world percussion instruments.

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Performed by students ages 13-17 in our Tanglewood Youth Theatre Production Class.

Geek. Poser. Jock. Beauty Queen. Wannabe. These are the labels that can last a lifetime. With an unforgettable rock score from Tony Award-winning composer, Jason Robert Brown, (Parade, The Last Five Years, Bridges of Madison County) 13 is a musical about fitting in – and standing out!

Evan Goldman is plucked from his fast-paced, preteen New York City life and plopped into a sleepy Indiana town following his parents divorce. Surrounded by an array of simpleminded middle school students, he needs to establish his place in the popularity pecking order. Can he situate himself on a comfortable link of the food chain… or will he dangle at the end with the outcasts?!?

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