Upcoming events and things to do in Asheville, NC. Below is a list of events for festivals, concerts, art exhibitions, group meetups and more.

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Tuesday, August 14, 2018
Balance- Living Well with Multiple Sclerosis
Aug 14 @ 6:15 pm – 8:30 pm
DoubleTree by Hilton- Asheville-Biltmore
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“BALANCE”
An Educational Experience Addressing the Many Aspects of Living Well with MS

This free event was designed to inform and empower people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) and their care partners.

(RSVP required to attend – Please see below)
Interactive Q&A to follow after the presentations!

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Special Guest Speaker #1:
Jeff Segal, NSCA-CPT, CSCS, CPTS
Certified Personal Trainer and MS Exercise Specialist

Will Discuss:
– Exercise and movement to improve strength and flexibility
– Heat intolerance: Management during exercise
– Specific exercises for specific issues
– Plus an inspiring talk focusing on living well with multiple sclerosis (MS) and what you can do today

35 min. presentation + 10 min. Q&A

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Special Guest Speaker #2:
Rebecca McGowan, PA
Physician Assistant at Asheville Neurology Specialists

Will Discuss:
– MS Symptom Management: Managing and addressing MS symptoms to improve your daily life
– MS Symptom Management Treatments: FDA approved and complementary therapies

35 min. presentation

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Special Guest Speaker #3:
James Patton, MD
Neurologist at Asheville Neurology Specialists

Will Discuss:
– An overview of multiple sclerosis (MS); increasing understanding for you and your care partner
– Understanding the impact of early treatment upon diagnosis
– Extending your healthcare team to meet all your needs
– Developing a team that works for your individualized needs

40 min. presentation

Plus a 25 minute interactive Q&A session with both Rebecca McGowan and Dr. James Patton.

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Date: Tuesday, August 14th, 2018
5:39pm – Check-in
6:15pm – Program Begins
Complimentary Dinner

Location: Doubletree by Hilton- Asheville-Biltmore
115 Hendersonville Rd.
Asheville, NC 28803
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PLEASE Register (RSVP) Online at: www.events.msvn.org
If you do not have internet access, please call (888) 871-1664 – Ext 102

Program limited to the MS Patient plus a max of (1) guest
No children permitted under the age of 16 unless this is a child that has MS

Organized by: MS Views and News, a 501C3 not for profit organization

Support for this program was provided by: Sanofi Genzyme and Celgene

Exhibitors: Sanofi Genzyme and MS Views and News

Sunday, August 19, 2018
Knit-n-Give
Aug 19 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Mission Rathbun House

Are you looking for an excuse to knit or crochet for a good cause? Help make baby hats and blankets and adult hats, scarves, and slippers to support at-risk newborns and homeless adults.  Your handmade knitwear will keep our neighbors warm.  Volunteers with basic skills in knitting or crocheting are welcome. Please bring your own needles or crochet hooks and a pattern.

Check out Knit-n-Give on WLOS: http://wlos.com/news/only-on-wloscom/close-knit-group-of-women-use-their-talents-to-help-asheville-charities

 

 

Tuesday, August 21, 2018
Literacy Council Adult Education Training
Aug 21 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Literacy Council of Buncombe County

The Adult Education program teaches reading, writing, spelling, and math to adults who read at or below a basic skills level. This program serves approximately 50 students per year. Students come to the Literacy Council because they want to improve job prospects, help their children in school, enroll in a High School Equivalency program, and better navigate the world around them.

Tutoring takes place for one hour twice each week at times and locations that are mutually convenient for students and their tutors.

Tuesday, August 28, 2018
Literacy Council Adult Education Training
Aug 28 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Literacy Council of Buncombe County

The Adult Education program teaches reading, writing, spelling, and math to adults who read at or below a basic skills level. This program serves approximately 50 students per year. Students come to the Literacy Council because they want to improve job prospects, help their children in school, enroll in a High School Equivalency program, and better navigate the world around them.

Tutoring takes place for one hour twice each week at times and locations that are mutually convenient for students and their tutors.

Saturday, September 8, 2018
4th Annual Asheville Housing Fair
Sep 8 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
First Baptist Church of Asheville

The Fourth Annual Asheville Housing Fair gives current and potential homeowners the tools to fund, maintain and invest in housing and real estate opportunities.

The fair features lenders, advisors, builders, specialists and more to answer questions and showcase available resources that can help you achieve your housing goals.
Workshops facilitated by local businesses and nonprofits will cover topics such as
• First time homebuyers
• Renter’s rights
• Asheville homestays and
• Tips and tools to help make the most of your real estate investment.

This family-friendly event is free and open to the public and will include plenty of free parking, free hot dogs, a bounce house for kids, a 50/50 raffle and door prizes.
For more information, visit www.ashevillehousingfair.com.

Sunday, September 23, 2018
First Annual Wine & Jazz Fest at Asheville Outlets
Sep 23 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Asheville Outlets

SAVE THE DATE for the first annual Give to the Music Wine & Jazz Fest at Asheville Outlets Sunday, September 23rd from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., with a special VIP Hour from 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. The event, sponsored by iHeart Radio – Asheville and Ingles Markets, will feature a variety of wines from across the region.

Tickets are $25 in advance online and $30 at the gate. Ticket cost includes live music, wine sampling, food tastings, educational seminars, games and more! Visit www.shopashevilleoutlets.com to purchase VIP or General Admission tickets. If you have any questions or would like more information about the event, please contact Toni Pisani at [email protected], 828-279-6396. Leary PR for Asheville Outlets.

First Annual Wine & Jazz Fest at Asheville Outlets
Sep 23 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Asheville Outlets
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SAVE THE DATE for the first annual Give to the Music Wine & Jazz Fest at Asheville Outlets Sunday, September 23rd from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., with a special VIP Hour from 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. The event, sponsored by iHeart Radio – Asheville and Ingles Markets, will feature a variety of wines from across the region.

Tickets are $25 in advance online and $30 at the gate. Ticket cost includes live music, wine sampling, food tastings, educational seminars, games and more! Visit www.shopashevilleoutlets.com to purchase VIP or General Admission tickets. If you have any questions or would like more information about the event, please contact Toni Pisani at [email protected], 828-279-6396. Leary PR for Asheville Outlets.

Tuesday, October 2, 2018
Mornings With Mommy
Oct 2 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Living Savior Lutheran Church

Infants through Pre-school
educational play dates

Saturday, October 6, 2018
MoMma Bear Rummage Sale
Oct 6 @ 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
Groce United Methodist Church

Awesome deals on infant and kids gear, adult and maternity, household goods, toys/books/DVDs and more. Early bird entry from 7-7:30 for $1, Half-price sale from 1:30-3:30!

2nd Annual Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival at Asheville Outlets
Oct 6 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Asheville Outlets

Asheville Outlets (www.shopashevilleoutlets.com) and Food Truck Festivals of America are excited to present the 2nd annual Asheville Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival Saturday, October 6th, from 12 noon to 5 p.m. (VIP hour 11 a.m. – 12 noon). While some of North Carolina’s most popular food trucks dish out fan favorites, craft ales and beers will be available for sale. There will also be music playing, lawn games to enjoy, and an artisan market where local artists will showcase their work.

Visitors will find the festival located next to Field & Stream. Tickets $5 in advance online and $10 day of. Children 12 and under are free. Food and Beer sold separately. For more information, or to purchase VIP or General Admission tickets please visit www.foodtruckfestivalsofamerica.com/asheville-nc. Leary PR for Asheville Outlets.

Wednesday, October 17, 2018
DAYS OF IMPACT
Oct 17 all-day

Get out your calendar and save the dates for United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County’s premiere fall volunteer event.

About Days of Impact
Days of Impact mobilizes workforce volunteers to strengthen our community; matching groups with projects focused on education, income and health goals that support the success of our students, families and neighbors.

Because Days of Impact occurs multiple days in the spring and fall, there is greater flexibility for volunteers, agencies, and schools to make a big impact in the community over the course of the year.*

 

A huge shout out to the hundreds of volunteers who took part in April’s event!

Thursday, October 18, 2018
DAYS OF IMPACT
Oct 18 all-day

Get out your calendar and save the dates for United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County’s premiere fall volunteer event.

About Days of Impact
Days of Impact mobilizes workforce volunteers to strengthen our community; matching groups with projects focused on education, income and health goals that support the success of our students, families and neighbors.

Because Days of Impact occurs multiple days in the spring and fall, there is greater flexibility for volunteers, agencies, and schools to make a big impact in the community over the course of the year.*

 

A huge shout out to the hundreds of volunteers who took part in April’s event!

Monday, October 29, 2018
Pop-Up TSA Pre✓® Enrollment Event on the TSA Pre✓® RV at of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport
Oct 29 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
AVL-Asheville Regional Airport

Look for the IdentoGO TSA Pre✓® RV in the parking lot of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport, 61 Terminal Drive, Fletcher, NC 28732. Monday, October 29th-Thursday, November 8th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM and Friday, November 9th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. More details at: https://www.identogo.com/rv

Tuesday, October 30, 2018
Pop-Up TSA Pre✓® Enrollment Event on the TSA Pre✓® RV at of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport
Oct 30 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
AVL-Asheville Regional Airport

Look for the IdentoGO TSA Pre✓® RV in the parking lot of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport, 61 Terminal Drive, Fletcher, NC 28732. Monday, October 29th-Thursday, November 8th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM and Friday, November 9th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. More details at: https://www.identogo.com/rv

Wednesday, October 31, 2018
Pop-Up TSA Pre✓® Enrollment Event on the TSA Pre✓® RV at of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport
Oct 31 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
AVL-Asheville Regional Airport

Look for the IdentoGO TSA Pre✓® RV in the parking lot of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport, 61 Terminal Drive, Fletcher, NC 28732. Monday, October 29th-Thursday, November 8th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM and Friday, November 9th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. More details at: https://www.identogo.com/rv

Thursday, November 1, 2018
Pop-Up TSA Pre✓® Enrollment Event on the TSA Pre✓® RV at of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport
Nov 1 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
AVL-Asheville Regional Airport

Look for the IdentoGO TSA Pre✓® RV in the parking lot of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport, 61 Terminal Drive, Fletcher, NC 28732. Monday, October 29th-Thursday, November 8th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM and Friday, November 9th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. More details at: https://www.identogo.com/rv

Friday, November 2, 2018
Pop-Up TSA Pre✓® Enrollment Event on the TSA Pre✓® RV at of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport
Nov 2 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
AVL-Asheville Regional Airport

Look for the IdentoGO TSA Pre✓® RV in the parking lot of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport, 61 Terminal Drive, Fletcher, NC 28732. Monday, October 29th-Thursday, November 8th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM and Friday, November 9th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. More details at: https://www.identogo.com/rv

Saturday, November 3, 2018
Pop-Up TSA Pre✓® Enrollment Event on the TSA Pre✓® RV at of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport
Nov 3 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
AVL-Asheville Regional Airport

Look for the IdentoGO TSA Pre✓® RV in the parking lot of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport, 61 Terminal Drive, Fletcher, NC 28732. Monday, October 29th-Thursday, November 8th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM and Friday, November 9th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. More details at: https://www.identogo.com/rv

Sunday, November 4, 2018
Pop-Up TSA Pre✓® Enrollment Event on the TSA Pre✓® RV at of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport
Nov 4 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
AVL-Asheville Regional Airport

Look for the IdentoGO TSA Pre✓® RV in the parking lot of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport, 61 Terminal Drive, Fletcher, NC 28732. Monday, October 29th-Thursday, November 8th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM and Friday, November 9th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. More details at: https://www.identogo.com/rv

Handstand Workshop
Nov 4 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Pure Yoga Asheville

What has you hesitating around your handstand practice? Fear of falling? This workshop will provide the foundational tools to build a strong, safe handstand practice.

Farrell will lead this workshop and will cover:
1. Kicking up in efficient, stable ways.
2. Using the wall for strengthening.
3. Wrist and shoulder care.
4. Identifying common obstacles and how to remedy them.
5. How to build handstands into your life.
6. Various alignment tips and tricks and tidbits.

This is an ALL-LEVELS workshop. The only requirement is the dream to do a handstand. Farrell will meet you where you are on your handstand journey and help you to take the next steps forward. Though handstands are super serious business, the workshop will be fun and playful. Don’t let your dreams be dreams, by this time next year you WILL be handstanding.

Monday, November 5, 2018
Pop-Up TSA Pre✓® Enrollment Event on the TSA Pre✓® RV at of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport
Nov 5 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
AVL-Asheville Regional Airport

Look for the IdentoGO TSA Pre✓® RV in the parking lot of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport, 61 Terminal Drive, Fletcher, NC 28732. Monday, October 29th-Thursday, November 8th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM and Friday, November 9th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. More details at: https://www.identogo.com/rv

Tuesday, November 6, 2018
Pop-Up TSA Pre✓® Enrollment Event on the TSA Pre✓® RV at of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport
Nov 6 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
AVL-Asheville Regional Airport

Look for the IdentoGO TSA Pre✓® RV in the parking lot of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport, 61 Terminal Drive, Fletcher, NC 28732. Monday, October 29th-Thursday, November 8th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM and Friday, November 9th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. More details at: https://www.identogo.com/rv

Wednesday, November 7, 2018
Pop-Up TSA Pre✓® Enrollment Event on the TSA Pre✓® RV at of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport
Nov 7 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
AVL-Asheville Regional Airport

Look for the IdentoGO TSA Pre✓® RV in the parking lot of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport, 61 Terminal Drive, Fletcher, NC 28732. Monday, October 29th-Thursday, November 8th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM and Friday, November 9th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. More details at: https://www.identogo.com/rv

Cool Ride! Adventure Rig Party
Nov 7 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Oskar Blues Brewery

Overland Expo celebrates the diversity of vehicle-dependent overland travel. Whether large or small, from two wheels to four or more, we want to see what moves you!

Join us and the 8 finalists of our Adventure Rig Cool Ride contest for an evening of food trucks, beer, and cool rides!

Thursday, November 8, 2018
Pop-Up TSA Pre✓® Enrollment Event on the TSA Pre✓® RV at of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport
Nov 8 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
AVL-Asheville Regional Airport

Look for the IdentoGO TSA Pre✓® RV in the parking lot of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport, 61 Terminal Drive, Fletcher, NC 28732. Monday, October 29th-Thursday, November 8th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM and Friday, November 9th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. More details at: https://www.identogo.com/rv

Friday, November 9, 2018
Pop-Up TSA Pre✓® Enrollment Event on the TSA Pre✓® RV at of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport
Nov 9 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
AVL-Asheville Regional Airport

Look for the IdentoGO TSA Pre✓® RV in the parking lot of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport, 61 Terminal Drive, Fletcher, NC 28732. Monday, October 29th-Thursday, November 8th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM and Friday, November 9th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. More details at: https://www.identogo.com/rv

Saturday, November 10, 2018
Communion with Love and Healing: An Evening in Mediumship with Anthony Mikolojeski
Nov 10 all-day
Violet Owl Wellness Center

An Evening in Mediumship with Anthony Mikolojeski. Don’t miss this special event with Anthony as he links hearts and souls in messages from the Spirit World for the audience. Anthony has studied at Arthur Findlay College in Stansted, England, and is certified with some of the world’s best mediums. Purchase tickets at: Eventbrite.com

Sunday, November 11, 2018
Handstand Workshop
Nov 11 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Pure Yoga Asheville

Handstands Level 2

Got handstand fundamentals and ready to soar to new heights? This workshop will help you level up your handstand. If you’ve been using the wall as a crutch or you feel like your practice has become stagnant, this is the workshop for you.

Farrell leads this amazing workshop and will cover:
1. Confronting the fear of falling; safely bailing out of a handstand.
2. Different kick-ups.
3. Different handstand variations- straddle, scorpion, stag legs, diamond legs.
4. Neutralizing banana-back.
5. Building towards the press-up.

Anyone with a handstand practice will benefit from this workshop, including those who have taken Level 1. Whether you want to take your practice from beginner to intermediate, or from intermediate to advanced, you will come out of this workshop ready to take on the next challenge!

Thursday, November 15, 2018
Floral Design Demonstration: A Fresh Take on the Holidays
Nov 15 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
First Presbyterian Church

Floral Design Demonstration by Sybil Sylvester of Wildflower Designs, Birmingham, AL, followed by book signing of Fresh, by Ms. Sylvester. Books available for purchase, $30.

Wednesday, November 28, 2018
Our VOICE Benefit at the Retrocade
Nov 28 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Asheville Retrocade

The Retrocade is hosting a benefit for Our VOICE, Buncombe County’s sexual assault prevention and crisis intervention center.
Come play classic arcade games, drink a beer, and support an amazing cause! Half of your entry wristband will be donated to Our VOICE. There will also be a raffle for two super cool paintings by local artists. We look forward to seeing you there!
*21 And up after 9*