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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Thursday, December 1, 2022
Gong Bath w/ Cedar
Dec 1 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Altar Alchemy

Gong Bath w/ Cedar

Cedar Bear has been trained in the lineage of Richard Rudis who created the original “Gong Bath™”. Cedar’s Gong Bath’s and concerts include elements from Nada Yoga, DJ mixing, drumming, Tibetan Buddhism, Tantric Hinduism, sacred geometry, and Reiki. This creates a meditative experience in which each participant is acoustically guided via harmonic overtones, into realms of physical & mental/emotional well-being as well as cellular healing. Carefully designed vibrational constructs are used to further entice the brain into Alpha/Theta/Delta wave-scapes of clarity, peace, and wholeness which promotes physIcal, mental, and spiritual awakening, wisdom, and healing.

:: How to Prepare/What to Bring ::
-yoga mat or something soft to lie on and or a pillow.
-we have chairs and back jacks for sitting
-avoid wearing any heavy scents or oils

For more info visit: www.torencollective.com/sound-healing

Friday, December 2, 2022
Cybersecurity Basics + Fundamentals
Dec 2 @ 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Henderson County Chamber of Commerce
Cyber-attacks are on the rise. Last year nearly 50% targeted small businesses. To help, the Carolina Cyber Center of Montreat College is presenting a jargon-free lunch and learn session to share basic and fundamental steps that can be taken to help keep individuals and organizations protected. We will introduce practical actions to raise awareness and give businesses and organizations concrete ways to become more cyber-secure. The steps can be implemented in a short time frame with no or limited experience and may greatly lower the risk of being damaged by a cyber-attack.
Companies attending can receive:
• FREE Security Vulnerability Report – on company domain
• FREE Cybersecurity Awareness Training – three months at no cost for up to 200 employees
Our Instructors are Ed Carroll and Joe Jakubielski, Carolina Cyber Center
Saturday, December 3, 2022
Alcohol Ink Silk Scarf and Tote Workshop
Dec 3 @ 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Purple Crayon

This holiday season, give your friends and family (or yourself) beautiful alcohol ink gifts that they can use to accessorize their home or wardrobe!

If you’ve been wanting to try a new and vibrant medium that works on a wide variety of materials and surfaces, you’ll love alcohol inks. As you drip, blow, and manipulate the brilliant colors of this art form, you’ll be amazed at the intricate patterns that emerge!

The multi-talented Deana Murchison will show you how to create beautiful, professional-looking artwork with very little effort. You’ll leave with at least one print, a ceramic coaster(s), a fashionable 11”x60” silk scarf, and a nifty stuffable cotton tote. Only you (and your fellow classmates, of course!) will know how quick and easy your masterpieces were to make!

No dyeing, drawing, or painting experience necessary!

Thursday, December 8, 2022
Gong Bath w/ Cedar
Dec 8 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Altar Alchemy

Gong Bath w/ Cedar

Cedar Bear has been trained in the lineage of Richard Rudis who created the original “Gong Bath™”. Cedar’s Gong Bath’s and concerts include elements from Nada Yoga, DJ mixing, drumming, Tibetan Buddhism, Tantric Hinduism, sacred geometry, and Reiki. This creates a meditative experience in which each participant is acoustically guided via harmonic overtones, into realms of physical & mental/emotional well-being as well as cellular healing. Carefully designed vibrational constructs are used to further entice the brain into Alpha/Theta/Delta wave-scapes of clarity, peace, and wholeness which promotes physIcal, mental, and spiritual awakening, wisdom, and healing.

:: How to Prepare/What to Bring ::
-yoga mat or something soft to lie on and or a pillow.
-we have chairs and back jacks for sitting
-avoid wearing any heavy scents or oils

For more info visit: www.torencollective.com/sound-healing

Sunday, December 11, 2022
Needle Felted Snowman Workshop
Dec 11 @ 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Purple Crayon

Though we usually don’t get a lot of snow in Asheville, this super cute needle felted snowman is sure to get you into the holiday spirit! Join us for this fun workshop with fiber artist, Camille Daunno.

In just a few hours, you’ll learn the basics of needle felting, including what fibers are appropriate for creating a needle felted structure, how to build a three-dimensional piece (and how to shorten the process by using a Styrofoam ball), and how to embellish creations by needle felting details and attaching accessories.

You’ll leave the class with an adorable 8-1/2” free-standing snowman that will make a charming addition to any seasonal décor!

Monday, December 12, 2022
Dollhouse Raffle
Dec 12 all-day
online

Win this Dollhouse!
Thanks to a generous patron, TFAC is raffling off this donated dollhouse to support its activities.
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Dollhouse Raffle
Dec 13 all-day
online

Win this Dollhouse!
Thanks to a generous patron, TFAC is raffling off this donated dollhouse to support its activities.
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Dollhouse Raffle
Dec 14 all-day
online

Win this Dollhouse!
Thanks to a generous patron, TFAC is raffling off this donated dollhouse to support its activities.
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Dollhouse Raffle
Dec 15 all-day
online

Win this Dollhouse!
Thanks to a generous patron, TFAC is raffling off this donated dollhouse to support its activities.
Gong Bath w/ Cedar
Dec 15 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Altar Alchemy

Gong Bath w/ Cedar

Cedar Bear has been trained in the lineage of Richard Rudis who created the original “Gong Bath™”. Cedar’s Gong Bath’s and concerts include elements from Nada Yoga, DJ mixing, drumming, Tibetan Buddhism, Tantric Hinduism, sacred geometry, and Reiki. This creates a meditative experience in which each participant is acoustically guided via harmonic overtones, into realms of physical & mental/emotional well-being as well as cellular healing. Carefully designed vibrational constructs are used to further entice the brain into Alpha/Theta/Delta wave-scapes of clarity, peace, and wholeness which promotes physIcal, mental, and spiritual awakening, wisdom, and healing.

:: How to Prepare/What to Bring ::
-yoga mat or something soft to lie on and or a pillow.
-we have chairs and back jacks for sitting
-avoid wearing any heavy scents or oils

For more info visit: www.torencollective.com/sound-healing

Friday, December 16, 2022
Dollhouse Raffle
Dec 16 all-day
online

Win this Dollhouse!
Thanks to a generous patron, TFAC is raffling off this donated dollhouse to support its activities.
Organic Growers School Raffle
Dec 16 all-day
online
We have curated a selection of amazing raffle prizes to raise funds for our growing non-profit and the rollout of our sliding scale pricing for the 2023 Spring Conference!
All you need to do to enter is donate $10 to Organic Growers School! Every $10 entry gets you one ticket. The winner will be picked December 30th.

 

This gift basket is valued at $395 and includes:
  • A special breakfast set from East Fork Pottery consisting of two Tracksmith mugs and two Utah breakfast bowls from East Fork Pottery.
  • Two cases (24 – 8oz cans) of your choice flavor Buchi Kombucha.
  • Pantry items from Mother Earth Foods @motherearthfoods, which include: Dynamite Coffee, the Well Seasoned Table Mountain Sunset Tea, Big Spoon Roasters Maple Cinnamon peanut & pecan butter, Copper Pot & Wooden Spoon Blueberry Burbon Jam
  • Four different varieties of tea from Asheville Tea Company
  • $75 worth of Gardening supplies from Fifth Season
Saturday, December 17, 2022
Dollhouse Raffle
Dec 17 all-day
online

Win this Dollhouse!
Thanks to a generous patron, TFAC is raffling off this donated dollhouse to support its activities.
Organic Growers School Raffle
Dec 17 all-day
online
We have curated a selection of amazing raffle prizes to raise funds for our growing non-profit and the rollout of our sliding scale pricing for the 2023 Spring Conference!
All you need to do to enter is donate $10 to Organic Growers School! Every $10 entry gets you one ticket. The winner will be picked December 30th.

 

This gift basket is valued at $395 and includes:
  • A special breakfast set from East Fork Pottery consisting of two Tracksmith mugs and two Utah breakfast bowls from East Fork Pottery.
  • Two cases (24 – 8oz cans) of your choice flavor Buchi Kombucha.
  • Pantry items from Mother Earth Foods @motherearthfoods, which include: Dynamite Coffee, the Well Seasoned Table Mountain Sunset Tea, Big Spoon Roasters Maple Cinnamon peanut & pecan butter, Copper Pot & Wooden Spoon Blueberry Burbon Jam
  • Four different varieties of tea from Asheville Tea Company
  • $75 worth of Gardening supplies from Fifth Season
Sunday, December 18, 2022
Dollhouse Raffle
Dec 18 all-day
online

Win this Dollhouse!
Thanks to a generous patron, TFAC is raffling off this donated dollhouse to support its activities.
Organic Growers School Raffle
Dec 18 all-day
online
We have curated a selection of amazing raffle prizes to raise funds for our growing non-profit and the rollout of our sliding scale pricing for the 2023 Spring Conference!
All you need to do to enter is donate $10 to Organic Growers School! Every $10 entry gets you one ticket. The winner will be picked December 30th.

 

This gift basket is valued at $395 and includes:
  • A special breakfast set from East Fork Pottery consisting of two Tracksmith mugs and two Utah breakfast bowls from East Fork Pottery.
  • Two cases (24 – 8oz cans) of your choice flavor Buchi Kombucha.
  • Pantry items from Mother Earth Foods @motherearthfoods, which include: Dynamite Coffee, the Well Seasoned Table Mountain Sunset Tea, Big Spoon Roasters Maple Cinnamon peanut & pecan butter, Copper Pot & Wooden Spoon Blueberry Burbon Jam
  • Four different varieties of tea from Asheville Tea Company
  • $75 worth of Gardening supplies from Fifth Season
Monday, December 19, 2022
Dollhouse Raffle
Dec 19 all-day
online

Win this Dollhouse!
Thanks to a generous patron, TFAC is raffling off this donated dollhouse to support its activities.
Organic Growers School Raffle
Dec 19 all-day
online
We have curated a selection of amazing raffle prizes to raise funds for our growing non-profit and the rollout of our sliding scale pricing for the 2023 Spring Conference!
All you need to do to enter is donate $10 to Organic Growers School! Every $10 entry gets you one ticket. The winner will be picked December 30th.

 

This gift basket is valued at $395 and includes:
  • A special breakfast set from East Fork Pottery consisting of two Tracksmith mugs and two Utah breakfast bowls from East Fork Pottery.
  • Two cases (24 – 8oz cans) of your choice flavor Buchi Kombucha.
  • Pantry items from Mother Earth Foods @motherearthfoods, which include: Dynamite Coffee, the Well Seasoned Table Mountain Sunset Tea, Big Spoon Roasters Maple Cinnamon peanut & pecan butter, Copper Pot & Wooden Spoon Blueberry Burbon Jam
  • Four different varieties of tea from Asheville Tea Company
  • $75 worth of Gardening supplies from Fifth Season
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
Dollhouse Raffle
Dec 20 all-day
online

Win this Dollhouse!
Thanks to a generous patron, TFAC is raffling off this donated dollhouse to support its activities.
Organic Growers School Raffle
Dec 20 all-day
online
We have curated a selection of amazing raffle prizes to raise funds for our growing non-profit and the rollout of our sliding scale pricing for the 2023 Spring Conference!
All you need to do to enter is donate $10 to Organic Growers School! Every $10 entry gets you one ticket. The winner will be picked December 30th.

 

This gift basket is valued at $395 and includes:
  • A special breakfast set from East Fork Pottery consisting of two Tracksmith mugs and two Utah breakfast bowls from East Fork Pottery.
  • Two cases (24 – 8oz cans) of your choice flavor Buchi Kombucha.
  • Pantry items from Mother Earth Foods @motherearthfoods, which include: Dynamite Coffee, the Well Seasoned Table Mountain Sunset Tea, Big Spoon Roasters Maple Cinnamon peanut & pecan butter, Copper Pot & Wooden Spoon Blueberry Burbon Jam
  • Four different varieties of tea from Asheville Tea Company
  • $75 worth of Gardening supplies from Fifth Season
Runes and Norse Magic for modern times
Dec 20 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Tribal Trends

The Runes and Norse Magic are deeply shamanic and esoteric forms of divination and self-exploration. During the classes, we are going to enter a personal journey into the wisdom of runes and discover the mysteries hidden within them. We will work on developing a deep personal understanding and we will build a lasting relationship with them.
The classes are not scholarly teachings about the history of runes. We will focus on hands-on practice to invoke in us the energy of the futhark.

Each class is different, destined by the runes the students pick at the beginning of the event. The Norns will guide the process! Classes are held on Tuesdays 3 times a month.

Some of the topics include:
– Futhark – the Norse alphabet
– Nordic Shamanism – other techniques and surprising practices
– Singing the Runes – the power of galdr
– Drawing the Runes – Bindruns
– Shamanic Worlds and the Tree of Life
– Visualizing the Runes
and more

You don’t have to have runes of your own to participate.
If you have your own set of runes you are welcome to bring them on board.

Tickets:
Standard: $15 – pay at the door or buy a ticket online to secure your spot.
Ticket + Runes – $45 – Purchase a ticket online and receive a set of runes carved in beautiful gemstones.
TICKETS:
http://allevents.by/PatiBecker
https://allevents.in/hendersonville/runes-and-norse-magic-for-modern-times/80003304666536?ref=popup-sharing-modal

Please bring a pen and paper, other tools and resources will be provided.

My experience with the Runes.
In short, I always loved runes, I actually don’t remember when I got introduced to them for the first time. It was a long time ago.
My first business was named ‘Kenaz’- after the rune of creativity.
I am also a historical reconstructor of the Viking Age period, and I am particularly interested in the historical evidence of Norse magic with an emphasis on living archeology – meaning testing out the theory in reality. And oh boy, the stuff that’s coming to light is absolutely amazing! More during the class.

Lets’ cast some runes, shall we?

Pati

Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Organic Growers School Raffle
Dec 21 all-day
online
We have curated a selection of amazing raffle prizes to raise funds for our growing non-profit and the rollout of our sliding scale pricing for the 2023 Spring Conference!
All you need to do to enter is donate $10 to Organic Growers School! Every $10 entry gets you one ticket. The winner will be picked December 30th.

 

This gift basket is valued at $395 and includes:
  • A special breakfast set from East Fork Pottery consisting of two Tracksmith mugs and two Utah breakfast bowls from East Fork Pottery.
  • Two cases (24 – 8oz cans) of your choice flavor Buchi Kombucha.
  • Pantry items from Mother Earth Foods @motherearthfoods, which include: Dynamite Coffee, the Well Seasoned Table Mountain Sunset Tea, Big Spoon Roasters Maple Cinnamon peanut & pecan butter, Copper Pot & Wooden Spoon Blueberry Burbon Jam
  • Four different varieties of tea from Asheville Tea Company
  • $75 worth of Gardening supplies from Fifth Season
Capricorn Dark Moon Women’s Wisdom Council
Dec 21 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
West Asheville · Asheville, NC

You are invited to join within sacred space on the Winter Solstice as we celebrate the Balsamic phase of the Moon. We are preparing for the Capricorn New Moon, a fantastic time to vision your year of 2023 and make space for powerful manifestation.

Each month we gather in this temple space as a community of women reclaiming our connection to the Divine Feminine. As we come together in this sacred way we stretch our nervous systems to hold more for one another and therefore ourselves and our lineages.

This is a time to align to your visions with solid and sovereign clarity. The Dark Moon offers a necessary time to shed in a sacred container that transforms the lessons learned in the previous moon cycle into higher consciousness, so that with the new lunar cycle you are ready to cast your seeds.

You will receive astrological downloads, a handcrafted stone medicine tonic, and experience a guided meditation and sound healing within an intentional container. Address and information will be emailed a few days prior to the live event.

Sign up via this link: https://www.earthseedtemplearts.com/events/capricorndarkmoon

Capricorn Dark Moon Women’s Wisdom Council
Dec 21 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
West Asheville · Asheville, NC

You are invited to join within sacred space on the Winter Solstice as we celebrate the Balsamic phase of the Moon. We are preparing for the Capricorn New Moon, a fantastic time to vision your year of 2023 and make space for powerful manifestation.

Each month we gather in this temple space as a community of women reclaiming our connection to the Divine Feminine. As we come together in this sacred way we stretch our nervous systems to hold more for one another and therefore ourselves and our lineages.

This is a time to align to your visions with solid and sovereign clarity. The Dark Moon offers a necessary time to shed in a sacred container that transforms the lessons learned in the previous moon cycle into higher consciousness, so that with the new lunar cycle you are ready to cast your seeds.

You will receive astrological downloads, a handcrafted stone medicine tonic, and experience a guided meditation and sound healing within an intentional container. Address and information will be emailed a few days prior to the live event.

Sign up via this link: https://www.earthseedtemplearts.com/events/capricorndarkmoon

Thursday, December 22, 2022
Organic Growers School Raffle
Dec 22 all-day
online
We have curated a selection of amazing raffle prizes to raise funds for our growing non-profit and the rollout of our sliding scale pricing for the 2023 Spring Conference!
All you need to do to enter is donate $10 to Organic Growers School! Every $10 entry gets you one ticket. The winner will be picked December 30th.

 

This gift basket is valued at $395 and includes:
  • A special breakfast set from East Fork Pottery consisting of two Tracksmith mugs and two Utah breakfast bowls from East Fork Pottery.
  • Two cases (24 – 8oz cans) of your choice flavor Buchi Kombucha.
  • Pantry items from Mother Earth Foods @motherearthfoods, which include: Dynamite Coffee, the Well Seasoned Table Mountain Sunset Tea, Big Spoon Roasters Maple Cinnamon peanut & pecan butter, Copper Pot & Wooden Spoon Blueberry Burbon Jam
  • Four different varieties of tea from Asheville Tea Company
  • $75 worth of Gardening supplies from Fifth Season
Winter Camp 2022 Session 1
Dec 22 @ 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
Asheville Museum of Science

Camps are Mon-Thurs, December 19-23 and 26-29th from 9:00 am – 3:30 pm, with a daily and weekly sign-up option!
The age group for these camp sessions is 6-11-years-old (K-5th grade).
Sign up for Session 1 here: https://ashevillescience.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5af64a890dd5e292ce82d197b&id=8f3d934c4e&e=16408a818c

Daily rates start at $60 per participant/day and $225 per participant/week!
To learn more, contact [email protected].

Friday, December 23, 2022
Organic Growers School Raffle
Dec 23 all-day
online
We have curated a selection of amazing raffle prizes to raise funds for our growing non-profit and the rollout of our sliding scale pricing for the 2023 Spring Conference!
All you need to do to enter is donate $10 to Organic Growers School! Every $10 entry gets you one ticket. The winner will be picked December 30th.

 

This gift basket is valued at $395 and includes:
  • A special breakfast set from East Fork Pottery consisting of two Tracksmith mugs and two Utah breakfast bowls from East Fork Pottery.
  • Two cases (24 – 8oz cans) of your choice flavor Buchi Kombucha.
  • Pantry items from Mother Earth Foods @motherearthfoods, which include: Dynamite Coffee, the Well Seasoned Table Mountain Sunset Tea, Big Spoon Roasters Maple Cinnamon peanut & pecan butter, Copper Pot & Wooden Spoon Blueberry Burbon Jam
  • Four different varieties of tea from Asheville Tea Company
  • $75 worth of Gardening supplies from Fifth Season
Saturday, December 24, 2022
Organic Growers School Raffle
Dec 24 all-day
online
We have curated a selection of amazing raffle prizes to raise funds for our growing non-profit and the rollout of our sliding scale pricing for the 2023 Spring Conference!
All you need to do to enter is donate $10 to Organic Growers School! Every $10 entry gets you one ticket. The winner will be picked December 30th.

 

This gift basket is valued at $395 and includes:
  • A special breakfast set from East Fork Pottery consisting of two Tracksmith mugs and two Utah breakfast bowls from East Fork Pottery.
  • Two cases (24 – 8oz cans) of your choice flavor Buchi Kombucha.
  • Pantry items from Mother Earth Foods @motherearthfoods, which include: Dynamite Coffee, the Well Seasoned Table Mountain Sunset Tea, Big Spoon Roasters Maple Cinnamon peanut & pecan butter, Copper Pot & Wooden Spoon Blueberry Burbon Jam
  • Four different varieties of tea from Asheville Tea Company
  • $75 worth of Gardening supplies from Fifth Season
Activation in the Park
Dec 24 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
French Broad River Park
Activation in the Park

Activation in the Park

French Broad River Park: Go to the parking lot off of Riverview Drive, which is off of Amboy Rd. Find the cobalt blue canopy tent!

We will be as close to as directly across the parking lot as we can, near the water, with the tent (go past the bathrooms and head to the water). So, you should be able to find us pretty easily if it’s your first time).

We’ll enjoy meditations/visualizations, psychic ability empowerment, chakra activations, and lively discussions about how we can participate in the evolution of the new earth… a world where truth and the ethos of love (e.g.: Law of One) are the guiding forces.

All who are interested in spiritual growth and evolution and getting to know others who are “on their wavelength” are welcome.

NOTE: Bring a chair, pillow, or towel to sit on, an open mind, and energies of love, receptivity, and curiosity.

We look forward to meeting you!

Monday, December 26, 2022
Organic Growers School Raffle
Dec 26 all-day
online
We have curated a selection of amazing raffle prizes to raise funds for our growing non-profit and the rollout of our sliding scale pricing for the 2023 Spring Conference!
All you need to do to enter is donate $10 to Organic Growers School! Every $10 entry gets you one ticket. The winner will be picked December 30th.

 

This gift basket is valued at $395 and includes:
  • A special breakfast set from East Fork Pottery consisting of two Tracksmith mugs and two Utah breakfast bowls from East Fork Pottery.
  • Two cases (24 – 8oz cans) of your choice flavor Buchi Kombucha.
  • Pantry items from Mother Earth Foods @motherearthfoods, which include: Dynamite Coffee, the Well Seasoned Table Mountain Sunset Tea, Big Spoon Roasters Maple Cinnamon peanut & pecan butter, Copper Pot & Wooden Spoon Blueberry Burbon Jam
  • Four different varieties of tea from Asheville Tea Company
  • $75 worth of Gardening supplies from Fifth Season