Calendar of Events

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Move over boys, cause the women just rolled into town. Lauren Anderson and Meg Williams are two front-woman based in Nashville, TN who joined forces on the road. Between Lauren’s soulful, rockin’ vocals and Meg’s high-energy, bluesy guitar this is a show you won’t wanna miss.

Seated Lounge Show:: Limited Tables Available with a Dinner Reservation :: All Other Seating is First Come First Serve General Admission :: Please Call Venue for Dinner (Table) Reservations

https://www.facebook.com/events/1767102086752392/

Learn to dance the Swing!(East Coast Swing)

Every Wednesday at 6PM-7:30PM in February~

This swing dance class is for beginners OR dancers that just want to be fun. Each class is limited to 16 people so RSVP before your spots taken!
No Partner Needed

No Experience Needed

Classes will be taught by professional instructor Ryan Sechser. Ryan has over 22 years of dancing and teaching experience.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1989110234729383/

Shag Classes – Beginners plus Intermediate,

Wednesdays Starting January 9th at 7PM
Intermediate Session Starts at 8PM

Great classes for beginners and a class for experienced Shaggers as well. Learn new steps, refresh what you already know and have a great time in this fun class jam packed with Turns, Fancy Footwork, Mirror Patterns and Shaggin’ Style!

6 Weeks for 1 hour each week, $75 pp

Asheville Ballroom, 291 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville, NC 28803
Call (828 712-0791) to reserve.
John Dietz, instructor

https://www.facebook.com/events/306337650024521/

Join ArtLab instructor Benjamin Birdsong for a beginner class in West Coast Swing! This series is great for brand new dancers as well as those that want to work on their fundamentals. No partner required!

West Coast Swing is a social, smooth style of swing dance done to a wide variety of music genres. With a solid foundation of timing, connection, and technique it allows for improvisation from both the leader and follower to create a unique experience with every dance.

4 drop in sessions: Wednesdays, 7-8pm, January 16, 30, February 6, and 13, 2019. ​​Benjamin is available (by appointment) before class for private instruction. And if you’d like to keep dancing, the ArtLab Dance Floor is open until 9pm, so you can practice what you’ve learned!

$12 per student each week.
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https://www.facebook.com/events/2219025721699602/

Join ArtLab instructor Benjamin Birdsong for a beginner class in West Coast Swing! This series is great for brand new dancers as well as those that want to work on their fundamentals. No partner required!

West Coast Swing is a social, smooth style of swing dance done to a wide variety of music genres. With a solid foundation of timing, connection, and technique it allows for improvisation from both the leader and follower to create a unique experience with every dance.

4 drop in sessions: Wednesdays, 7-8pm, January 16, 30, February 6, and 13, 2019. ​​Benjamin is available (by appointment) before class for private instruction. And if you’d like to keep dancing, the ArtLab Dance Floor is open until 9pm, so you can practice what you’ve learned!

$12 per student each week.
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https://www.facebook.com/events/2219025721699602/?event_time_id=2219025735032934

Broadway’s hit crowd-pleaser takes you to the stoops of the Bronx in the 1960s – where a young man is caught between the father he loves and the mob boss he’d love to be.

Bursting with high-energy dance numbers and original doo-wop tunes from Alan Menken, the songwriter of Beauty and the Beast, A Bronx Tale is an unforgettable story of loyalty and family.

Academy Award® winner Robert De Niro and Tony® winner Jerry Zaks direct this streetwise musical – based on Academy Award nominee Chazz Palminteri’s story – that The New York Times hails as “A Critics’ Pick! The kind of tale that makes you laugh and cry.”

https://www.facebook.com/events/432467697173300/?event_time_id=432467723839964

Set sail for laughter as Bertie Wooster revels in life aboard the Vanderley yacht. Bertie is the pampered guest of the lively Lady Stella (very fetching profile), accompanied, as always, by his peerless valet, Jeeves. If only Bertie’s pal Crumpet hadn’t assaulted a prince. In the blink of an eye, Bertie is masquerading as a romance novelist, Crumpet’s posing as his own long-lost twin, and a sinister foreign count is challenging Bertie to a duel. Will this madcap case of mistaken identities end in Bertie’s doom–or worse, his marriage? Have no fear; Jeeves will sort it all out.

https://www.facebook.com/events/207255683399759/?event_time_id=207255730066421

Every Wednesday

https://www.facebook.com/events/400856010483395/?event_time_id=400856013816728

Free for Master Craftsmen members and one guest, $5 for Journeymen members, and $7 for Apprentice and Permit members.

Special guest: TBA

Tanyalee Davis is a 3 foot 6 inch standup comedian who inspires, enlightens, and entertains her audiences while headlining at comedy clubs, colleges, and comedy festivals throughout North America, the UK, and other parts of the world with her own unique perspective and somewhat racy brand of comedy. January 2011, Tanyalee is performed her ONE WOMAN SHOW, 4 nights a week for 6 months, just off the Las Vegas strip.

At 3’6″, Tanyalee is the Ferrari of comedy – low to the ground and kind of racy. Canadian born, Tanyalee currently is making the stage her home by touring all over the world bringing the funny!

Tanyalee had a successful 6 month contract performing “Little Comedian, BIG Laughs” just off the Las Vegas Strip. Tanyalee is part of Abnormally Funny People, an ensemble show, performing throughout the United Kingdom. In 2007 Tanyalee premiered her first one woman show called “Little Do They Know” at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival where she received 4 star reviews.

https://www.facebook.com/events/196529111218329/

Dry Falls Village has been isolated for as long as anyone can remember. Her inhabitants grow weary and thirst for adventure. Now, they decide, is the time to venture into the wilderness and explore!

Do you have what it takes to brave the dangers of the unknown? Will you steel yourself and venture to uncover sights unseen? Can you handle what lies beyond the borders of the village?

This is West Marches!

The Bearded Dragons Inn hosts their weekly West Marches game. This is a drop in game for all to join. If you have never played before come and join us. Our amazing community will teach you all you need to know. If you have years, or even decades of experience stop on by as well as you’ll experience a whole new style of play. For more information check out our website: https://sites.google.com/view/west-marches-at-dry-falls/home

Please note that this game is family friendly but anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

https://www.facebook.com/events/401870287020606/?event_time_id=401870303687271

DeVotchKa at The Grey Eagle

https://www.facebook.com/events/381012135975309/

PULP presents
NOjO
w/ The #40Boyz
Wed, Feb 6
Show: 8pm
Doors: 7pm
$7 members
$9 non-members
$2 under 21 surcharge
All Ages

https://www.facebook.com/events/1141562476019532/

The Contenders at The Grey Eagle

https://www.facebook.com/events/258906684781743/

Dry Falls Village has been isolated for as long as anyone can remember. Her inhabitants grow weary and thirst for adventure. Now, they decide, is the time to venture into the wilderness and explore!

Do you have what it takes to brave the dangers of the unknown? Will you steel yourself and venture to uncover sights unseen? Can you handle what lies beyond the borders of the village?

This is West Marches!

The Bearded Dragons Inn hosts their weekly West Marches game. This is a drop in game for all to join. If you have never played before come and join us. Our amazing community will teach you all you need to know. If you have years, or even decades of experience stop on by as well as you’ll experience a whole new style of play. For more information check out our website: https://sites.google.com/view/west-marches-at-dry-falls/home

Please note that this game is family friendly but anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

https://www.facebook.com/events/401870287020606/

Lassyu (St. Pete, FL)
Psychedelic/Indie/Soul

Poet Radio (Asheville, NC)
Dark Psych Rock

The Parlor Pinks (Greenville, SC)
Darkwave, Indie Dance, Performance Art, Electronica, Multimedia Art

Starts at 8:30pm
$5 cover

https://www.facebook.com/events/132991724315482/

Join us for all of your favorite 90s jams and movies!
Every Wednesday
9pm-2am / 21+

https://www.facebook.com/events/285592955459174/

Come join us every Wednesday at our new home The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall. 55 College St, Asheville, NC 28801

The show starts at 9:30, and there is no cover. Anyone wanting to perform needs to sign up by 9pm, and will get five minutes on stage. The order of sign-up is not necessarily the order of the show.

https://www.facebook.com/events/816873515152838/?event_time_id=816873535152836

Come join us for an amazing night of music, prizes, and drink specials. It’s Music Bingo at Banks Ave. Test your music knowledge and compete against your friends and other patrons. It’s easy to play, and everyone is welcome! We’ll see you there!

https://www.facebook.com/events/962585360596619/?event_time_id=962585393929949

Come join us for an amazing night of music, prizes, and drink specials. It’s Music Bingo at Banks Ave. Test your music knowledge and compete against your friends and other patrons. It’s easy to play, and everyone is welcome! We’ll see you there!

https://www.facebook.com/events/962585360596619/

$5 at the Door
Doors @ 8
Show @ 9

https://www.facebook.com/thehalfthatmatters
Nostalgic Alt Rock

https://www.facebook.com/jaebemo
Midwest emo tinged Indie

https://www.facebook.com/shutterings420

https://www.facebook.com/events/514160612415365/

The Cooperative Extension of Polk County is hosting our annual berry plant sale. This year, the Cooperative Extension director has chosen four varieties of blueberries, two varieties of raspberries, two varieties of strawberries, and one blackberry variety that have proven to specifically thrive in the North Carolina Foothills.

Orders will be accepted for plants now through February 22 and will be available for pickup in mid-March. Proceeds from this fundraiser go to support the activities, classes, and research that make the Cooperative Extension such a vital part of the Polk County community. For more information or to place an order, visit the Extension’s website at https://polk.ces.ncsu.edu or give us a call at 894-8218.

Download the Order Form HERE: https://polk.ces.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/2019-Berry-Plant-Order-Form-Writeable.pdf?fwd=no

https://www.facebook.com/events/393022604782447/?event_time_id=393022654782442

Print out and Mail applications to Marion Business Association, PO Box 700, Marion NC 28752. Will continue to take applications til May 17th.
Craft, Direct Sales, and Non-Profit Application
Saturday, June 1 – Liver Mush Festival 2019
Liver Mush Festival Craft/Direct Sales Application Form – Deadline for return May 17th, 2019
APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT DESCRIPTION, PHOTOS OF CRAFT AND PAYMENT

Name: _____________________________________e-mail: __________________________

Business Name: _______________________________________________________

Address: _________________________________________________________________

City: _________________________State: _______________Zip Code: _____________

Phone (Cell)_____________________(Work/Home) ________________________________

Craft/Direct Sales Booth. Liver Mush Festival June 1, 2019
(2) Photos must be submitted.
Complete ALL information below.
Make Payable to: Marion Business Association PO Drawer 700, Marion, NC 28752
_____One 10 x 10 space = $50.00 _____Two 10 x 10 spaces = $100.00
Using canopy: ____Yes ____No (EZ-Up Style Tents Only) Electrical required: ____Yes ____No
Set-up time requirement: ______________ Requesting same space as 2018? ____________
Description of items: ________________________________________________________________
Release, Assumption of Risk and Hold Harmless Agreement
In consideration of being a vendor at the Liver Mush Festival, I hereby RELEASE the City of Marion, NC from all claims, liability and causes of action of every kind whatsoever regarding personal injury, financial loss, property damage or other matters. I understand the risks of participating in an open-air public festival and I voluntarily ASSUME ALL RISK of damage, injury and loss. Further, I agree to INDEMNIFY and HOLD HARMLESS the City of Marion from any claims, liabilities, causes of action, damage to property and injury to persons, losses, costs and expenses that may result from or be related to the operation of my booth at the festival.
Signature ___________________________________________________________Date_____________
Application will be returned if not completed with signature.
Detach and return upper portion of application with payment and pictures. Keep Vendor Set-up Info for your records.
VENDOR SET-UP INFORMATION & GUIDELINES – Saturday June 1st, 2019

-Set-up begins at 3.30PM and will be staggered every thirty minutes. Vendor space number will be included with vendor packet at vendor registration at Marion Tailgate Market 67 West Henderson Street, Marion.
-All vehicles must be removed from festival site by 4:45 PM.
-Each exhibitor supplies complete booth including tables and canopy (EZ-Up Style Tents only). Tables are to be covered to the ground and canopies are weighted or secure and free standing. Canopies are not required but are desired.
-Damage to the festival site caused by the exhibitor will be the responsibility of the exhibitor.

TAKE DOWN INFORMATION

-As a courtesy to all vendors, all booths must remain in place until 9:00 PM.
-Take down vehicles are to enter the festival site in the same manner in which they set-up.
– Booth & vehicle(s) are to be removed from festival site by 10:00 PM. One vehicle per booth allowed.

EXHIBITOR RESPONSIBILITIES

-Compliance with applicable state or federal laws is the responsibility of the exhibitor (collection of sales tax).
-Submission of an application is an implied agreement to abide by the rules set forth herein.
-Special Needs – Indicate on the application as to the electricity, parking for product re-supply and other needs.
-Exhibitors are to supply extension cords.
NO RAIN DATE. NO REFUNDS IN CASE OF RAIN.
FESTIVAL SPONSOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS,
DAMAGES OR OTHER LOSS INCURRED BY THE EXHIBITOR.

https://www.facebook.com/events/285100318817452/

Spend the morning and/or afternoon helping make improvements to the buildings and grounds. Projects will be announced soon. Lunch is provided if you RSVP.

RSVP to [email protected] or via private message to this page.

https://www.facebook.com/events/277062096299904/

Roots and Dore return to One World Brewing Feb 7th to get their blues on while fols get their brews on! Always a good time at OWB!

More info at www.oneworldbrewing.com

More Roots and Dore Show Dates and More at
www.rootsanddore.com

https://www.facebook.com/events/411539922923254/

Attendees will learn about the resources and programs available to provide technical, financial, and educational assistance to SC farmers. More than thirty agencies and organizations are expected to participate in this roundup of expertise, including several first-time Resource Rodeoers! Attendees will have an opportunity to network with representatives and learn about program details and availability.

General admission ($25) includes lunch and program materials. The 2019 Resource Rodeo is part of the SC New & Beginning Farmer Program and counts towards core attendance requirements for current participants. Registration is free only for those on the official 2019 class roster of the Clemson University SC New & Beginning Farmer Program.

Space is limited; register by January 31 to guarantee your attendance!

https://www.facebook.com/events/585375501885252/

This guided walk is free and open to the public. FENCE welcomes everyone from first time birders to advanced birders to join us for this walk! Please meet at the FENCE center and remember to dress warm for this winter walk.

Winter is often a great time to view birds in the Foothills. The Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, with it’s 384 acres of land and about 5 miles of trails, features open grassy areas, meadows, streams, ponds, and forested areas making it a wonderful place to enjoy a good selection of wintering bird species. Red-tailed Hawks often hang above nearby woodlands waiting for a meal; while flocks of wintering sparrows feed near brushy edges. Of the Sparrows, the most common are Song, Field, and White-throated Sparrows but it is possible to view White-crowned and Savannah. During this winter bird walk it is likely that many of the Southeastern Woodpeckers. We hope you can join us for the first of FENCE’s seasonal bird hikes of 2019.

This event is made possible by the Kirby Endowment at the Polk County Community Foundation.

https://www.facebook.com/events/350407829112187/

The workshop provides a safe place to talk about race and racism. It is non-confrontational and blameless. One outcome of the workshop is the the adoption of a common language for our discussions of race and racism.

The workshop leaders, and the entire Commission to Dismantle Racism, were trained by a team of the Mennonite Church called the Damascus Road Training Team. The Mennonite Church includes being anti-racist in its mission.

The workshop employs a combination of teaching and experiential activities to help with the learning. During the workshop we SHARE some of our past experiences related to race. We REFLECT on the legacies of our various racial heritages; ANALYZE the dynamics and nature of racism; and we EXPLORE the connection between anti-racism work and the Gospel. We give racism a common definition we can all understand.

The workshop is approximately five hours long, including time for lunch.

For the past few years, the Level 1 Workshop has been required participation for all clergy, vestry members, and members of diocesan commissions at least once every five years. Most of the participants who come because of the requirement state, at the end of the workshop, “I am glad I came.”

There is a $15 fee to attend the workshop, which covers the cost of your lunch.

PLEASE SEE OUR CANCELLATION POLICY BEFORE REGISTERING.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1468716169928958/

We are supporting Bounty & Soul’s work providing healthy food for our local community by providing them with metal silverware for their food sampling events. These wiill prevent the wastage and expense of disposable spoons and forks.
Bounty & Soul provide samples of delicious plant based foods and education for those members of the community who are receiving donated healthy food. Rather than use plastic spoons and forks for the demonstrations and sampling, Bounty & Sould are finding ways to be more green and sustainable, and we want to help.
We are aiming to collect 80 sets of metal or durable bamboo small spoons and forks through the month of February. Please bring washed used or new silverware to our store and enjoy our thanks and a browse and a cup of fair trade coffee.

https://www.facebook.com/events/618459661957593/?event_time_id=618459685290924

Winter can be the most beautiful time of the year at Chimney Rock. Leafless trees make for expansive views of Lake Lure and the Hickory Nut Gorge. The sky is clear; you’re likely to find a quiet spot to sit and enjoy the peacefulness. You may even see a critter scamper by you in the forest. Capture that special moment or scene on your camera, enter it in our Winter Wonders Photo Contest and tell us about it. 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 additional cost to enter.

https://www.facebook.com/events/789533238046693/?event_time_id=789533361380014