Calendar of Events
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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Garry is back in town and performing a special show with RG Rourke, Chris Smith, and Carrie Morrison. Don’t miss out!
https://www.facebook.com/events/428635771214070/
FREE DEAD
https://www.facebook.com/events/232282704370265/
Have you found yourself drawn to Asheville Raven & Crone without quite knowing why? Exploring your spirituality as a lone practitioner, wondering where your path will lead you? Would you like to meet others who are on their own path, or on one similar to yours? Do you have questions but not quite sure where to find the answers?
Join David and Tree as we explore different pathways and journeys, practices and faiths, rituals and celebrations. The Welcoming Circle is open to all faiths, genders, and beliefs. We ask that you join the circle with an open heart and mind, as we discuss and explore our eclectic paths. For further information, contact David Taliesin at www.facebook.com/davidtaliesinauthor. The Welcoming Circle meets the 2nd Sunday of each month and is co-hosted by David Taliesin and Tree Higgins.
This coming Sunday we’re going to open our circle by making altered playing cards which are used to help us set our intentions. There is no cost and everyone will leave with at least one card they made! Don’t miss it!
https://www.facebook.com/events/573765603126001/
TOPIC: What do you want to see in a trauma-informed society? What makes communities, groups, and workplaces feel safe? What do you wish your neurotypical friends understood about you?
ABOUT US: Trauma Resource Group is an inclusive space for sharing mental health resources, coping strategies, recovery stories, and science about the mind-body-social connection. We welcome survivors of trauma as well as anyone who wants to support the survivors in their life by being better informed.
We recognize that trauma is a nearly universal fact of modern life and that all types of people need support in dealing with past experiences that still impact them today. Together we seek to understand the developmental and neurological patterns that evolved to protect us in crisis, so that we can encourage self-compassion and practice strategies for coping, calming, and healing.
ABOUT THIS EVENT: Discussions usually start with presentation of information around a specific topic followed by an invitation to share your experience with that topic. This week will be mostly discussion. The circle is a space where anyone can share without being shamed or judged. You are more than welcome to just sit and listen if you don’t want to share. We meet in the back room of the bookstore. Please feel free to purchase tea or coffee at the front counter before you join us. This event is free. Donations to Trauma Resource Group are accepted, but not expected.
A word of caution: Please be sure you have a support system in place such as access to a professional therapist. These topics have triggers that may cause flashbacks or other intense emotional experiences. If the work becomes too stressful, please take care of yourself by taking a break and/or asking for support. This group does not provide medical or psychiatric advice, and it is not a substitute for professional help.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2098098543592111/
As we step into 2019 ,there is still a substantial amount of unrest in the world. Yogi Bhajan said we would get though these times. By gifting us with his teachings and kundalini yoga so many years ago, we now have the tools to carry us through so that we might help others do the same. Kundalini yoga has given me an inner strength to move forward, as a healthy, happy,(w)holy human and I hope to share it with you.
Please come and dive into this series as we focus on developing a neutral mind and a fully open heart. In this we can find grace, compassion, courage, inner peace and embrace all that is available to us to change our world within and around us.
This is a great place to start if you have never tried Kundalini Yoga. If you have questions [email protected] or 828-606-4092
https://www.facebook.com/events/540897983078179/?event_time_id=540897986411512
$15 / $18
Often seen performing with folk icon Tom Rush, Singer/Songwriter Matt Nakoa returns to ISIS Music Hall on his own for an exciting evening of music.
Matt Nakoa grew up on a small goat farm in New York State and began composing music as a teenager. Following a formative stint as a classical pianist, Matt won scholarship to attend Berklee College of Music in Boston. There he studied alongside soon-to-be Grammy winners St. Vincent and Esperanza Spaulding among others. After college, Matt toured with his band, The Fens, and eventually landed in New York City’s vibrant piano bar scene. Matt quickly became a star performer at Manhattan’s Brandy’s Piano Bar, with lines outside the door each Saturday night.
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/499898427170907/
https://soundcloud.com/brennans-music?fbclid=IwAR0Ub4JyPAvvn13f6Zdyz_MsI3ejE38PUEKbZ2o5Rhc8zhPdFt-aD2mL2yQ
https://www.facebook.com/events/2214708288742095/
Join us for a night of How I Met Your Mother Trivia! Come join us for a night of Legen-Wait For It-Dary Trivia! All things Ted, Robin, Barney, Lily & Marshall! Come join us for great beer, delicious food and show off your knowledge at How Ted met the mother of his kids!
https://www.facebook.com/events/900422320348389/
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/
This Intro to Sultry Pole – 6 Week Series with Elizabeth is perfect for the absolute beginning pole student who is curious about the sultry side of pole dance. By the end of this series, students will be ready to attend any of our Pole 2+ drop in classes – Pole Fitness 2/3, Sultry Pole, Pole Fluidity, Pole Spin-eography. Students will learn our pole fitness level 1 curriculum in its entirety – with a sultry flair – in this series plus learning beginning floor work and pole dance skills and tricks. Heels encouraged.
This series meets every Sunday at 6pm starting February 10th 2019 & ending on March 17th. $60 for the full series, sign up today from your student account at circusdb.org/empyrean. We keep series attendance at a max of 6 students so snag your spot as they sell out quickly. We offer 2 free hours of open studio per missed class of a series.
https://www.facebook.com/events/288464038533989/?event_time_id=288464045200655
Saturday, February 10th
6:30 pm -8:00pm
Sliding Scale: $10-$15
Join Audrey for an evening of deep relaxation and rejuvenation. Restorative yoga is the use of props to create positions of comfort and ease that facilitate health and relaxation. Poses are held for prolonged periods of time, from 3 – 20 minutes. This practice can have the immediate effect of creating a calmer, more present mind, and can also have physical and psychological benefits like reducing stress, lowering blood pressure, and elevating and stabilizing mood.
This class is a great way to practice self care. Come join to reset your nervous system and start your week feeling relaxed and renewed. Advanced registration encouraged.
Bio:
Audrey is a registered yoga teacher specializing in restorative yoga. She loves sharing the art of relaxation and slowing down with her students. Audrey started practicing yoga in 2007. She completed a 200-hour yoga teacher training in 2011 and a 200-hour yoga teacher immersion with senior teacher Eddie Modestini in 2017. In 2018, she completed the “Relax and Renew” teacher training with restorative yoga specialist Judith Lasater. After experiencing the potent effects of restorative yoga first hand, Audrey has become passionate about sharing the practice with others. She believes that in finding balance between effort and ease on our yoga mats we can find greater balance between effort and ease in our lives.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2526266760733883/
A night of outright outta-sight outlaw country!
Bless Your Heart (Asheville’s honky tonk shoegaze angels, performing as a five-piece)
https://blessyourheart.bandcamp.com/
WD Miller
https://spark.adobe.com/page/YtiM0yLK7Nrch/
Broken Family
chrishead.bandcamp.com
Scarecrow Jenkins (James from Viva Le Vox)
https://www.facebook.com/events/401209720629902/
Fourth Annual MOUNTAIN SOUL PARTY at Ambrose West
WHEN: Sunday February 10th, 2019
WHERE: Ambrose West 312 Haywood Road Asheville, NC 28806
DOORS: 6pm
SHOW: 7pm
AGES: All Ages
SEATING: Standing Room w/ some cocktail tables
TICKETS: Advance $8 / Day of Show $10
Featuring:
Defective Swing*
Failure Is an Option*
Mike Martinez (solo)
Jordan Orkrend (duo)
Kismet
the Secret B-Sides
with Sidney Barnes
and special guests
*Asheville Music School youth ensembles open this year’s show!
This year’s Soul / Rock lineup represents some of Asheville’s finest local talent.
Asheville Music School youth ensembles:
www.ashevillemusicschool.org/lessons/group-classes-ensembles/
Mike Martinez
(of Natural Born Leaders)
www.naturalbornleadersband.com
Jordan Okrend
www.jordanokrend.com
Kismet
www.facebook.com/pg/KISMETavl
the Secret B-Sides
www.thesecretb-sides.com
Sidney Barnes
www.SidneyBarnes.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/219330512342568/
QuickChester performs songs from their first CD with the help of their good pals, The Flying Oatsmen!
https://www.facebook.com/events/286603152004390/
$15 Advance / $15 Day of Show
There’s something somewhat frightening, yet utterly liberating when leaving the confines of a successful band to venture solo — especially a band whose latest record was called “effortlessly brilliant” by critics. But, such is the case with Erika Wennerstrom who is taking a break from her Austin-based rock band, Heartless Bastards, to deliver her solo debut Sweet Unknown. Isis Music Hall is pleased to welcome Erka back to our stage.
Brie Capone will be opening the night with an acoustic set.
A Soul-Folk singer/songwriter from Asheville, NC. With a mix of introspective and passionate, unique vocals, Brie Capone is true original.
Main Stage Seated :: 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/693833124332968/
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PATRONS
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This is a fun-filled evening of Sweetheart pageantry, from the formal wear to the spectacular and amorous talent performances. It’s hard to tell who is falling in love…the audience or the contestants. Witness the beauty and talent of what these queens have to offer. See who will be crowned the next Mr & Miss Sweetheart.
> Doors open at 8pm, Pageant begins at 9pm, Closing at 3am
> $10 for standing ONLY or $15 for VIP seating with a private server.
~ VIP seating is limited and a Table can be added for an extra $10.
> RESERVATIONS call 828.505.1612 or [email protected]
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CONTESTANTS
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> Entry fee is $50
> Each will be allotted 1 single dresser in for free. All dancers will be charged a $5 entry fee (1/2 price).
> Registration is at 7pm / Pageant will begin at 9pm.
CATEGORIES
This is a Valentines themed pageant and the judges will be instructed to give consideration to those that follow the theme.
> Creative Formal Wear
> On-Stage Question
> Talent (7-minute limit)
MUSIC
Contestants must provide a clearly labelled CD with:
> Track 1 – Creative Formal Wear (if you choose your own)
> Track 2 – Talent
> Track 3 – Crowning
WINNERS PRIZE PACKAGE
> Crown + $100 night of + $100 give up + Bookings (at owner’s discretion).
ELIGIBILITY
Contestants that haven’t already achieved the Sweetheart title and are in good standing with Scandals Nightclub.
BACKSTAGE NOTICE
No one except for dressers, contestants and dancers are allowed in the dressing area. Dancers are only allowed backstage prior to talent and must leave after their performance. Upon crowning, no one is allowed backstage except judges, contestants, and dressers. THIS IS WHEN THE JUDGES WILL BE DOING CRITIQUES AND WILL NEED TO MOVE SWIFTLY IN THE BACK ROOM. NO EXCEPTIONS. All extra bodies backstage at those RESTRICTED times will be removed from the property.
JUDGING NOTICE
To be fair to all contestants, the HIGHEST and LOWEST scores for each category will NOT be considered in the final calculation. Furthermore, an additional judge may be added or substitution may occur due to an absence.
NOTE FROM THE PAGEANT OWNER:
I personally audit all of my pageants and will disqualify a judge if their scores are not within the average range of others. Furthermore, the queens and kings from my house cast that enter do NOT have an advantage over others. I welcome all entertainers and wish everyone the best in holding the next title! JD
https://www.facebook.com/events/224920641720231/
QuickChester Album Release Show at The Grey Eagle
with The Flying Oatsmen
QuickChester began their musical journey in Asheville, NC in 2012. Lead guitarist, Paul Quick, and rhythm guitarist, Mark Chester, began developing songs written by Chester, as they also explored their mutual interests in other recording artists. Over time they built a lengthy song list consisting of original and cover tunes, and stepped out into the public, playing restaurants and coffee shops around the Asheville area.
Paul Quick began playing guitar at thirteen, and was soon playing in bands, first with “The Epics” in Waco, TX, then later in Baton Rouge, LA, eventually recording with the band “Louisiana” in Memphis, TN at Ardent Studios. Moving to Asheville in the Eighties, he performed guitar and vocals for “The Back Pages,” prior to connecting with Mark. He also currently plays in “The Lost Chord,” a Moody
Blues tribute band.
Mark Chester began playing guitar at age 14, but never performed in a band until 2002 when he joined The Flying Oatsmen (Atlanta, GA) at the age of 45. Taking an interest in percussion, he began playing congas under the tutelage of Count M’Butu (Aquarium Rescue Unit, Derek Trucks Band). Mark moved to Asheville in 2008, working on his guitar skills and song writing. Mark has performed with Col. Bruce Hampton, Rev. Jeff Mosier, and still performs with The Flying Oatsmen to this day.
In 2018, QuickChester began work on their first CD, featuring songs written by Chester, and featuring the guitar stylings of Quick, and the dreamy vocal harmonies of Alicia Knighten. Working with Producer, Russ Wheelock of Bull Creek Studios in Asheville, the sound began to grow beyond folk and soft rock. With the help of wheelock’s ear and imagination, the songs began to morph, exploring the realms of funk, hard rock, and jam. The band also began to grow with the addition of Kate Barber (The Lost Chord) on flute, and Ed Barber on bass guitar. Before long, the recordings began to bubble over with Kate’s distinctive flute stylings.
The CD, “Cocoon,” is scheduled to be released in January of 2019. It features all original songs played by Quick, Chester, Barber and Wheelock, with help from Laura Smith on fiddle and Darren Goot (Flying Oatsmen) on drums. The CD also includes the brilliant slide trombone of Daniel Wytanis (Col. Bruce Hampton, Grut), and saxophone by Chris Suarez (El Donuts).
https://www.facebook.com/events/547286259120845/
Come out to Church this coming Sunday and hang out with Brian your new Sunday night Bartender. We will be having a Black Sabbath worship so all the Psychedelic Stoner Rock and Metal ect playing all night. Bloody Mary drinks and crazy B rated films on the T.V.
https://www.facebook.com/events/278841826092375/?event_time_id=278841839425707
This is happening next week, every week, for the whole month of FEBRUARY!
Classes are $10.00 per person per class. Take one class a week or take them all
I’m the dance teacher teaching these events. Please text your full names and what classes/dates/times work for you to 828-316-1344 to rsvp.
Pay $10.00 at the door OR RSVP to save money and guarantee you a spot! Each class is limited to 20 people. Once the class has 20 students we will not accept any others due to the class room size.
Mondays at Folkmoot Center
6pm-7pm Foxtrot and Waltz
7pm-8pm Cha Cha and Rumba
Tuesdays at Laurel Ridge Country Club
3pm-3:50pm Rumba and Salsa
4pm-4:50pm S. Time Swing and Foxtrot
6pm-7:30pm Waltz and Foxtrot
Wednesdays at Waynesville Wellness
6:30pm-8pm East Coast Swing
Thursdays at Laurel Ridge Country Club
3pm-3:50pm Rumba and Salsa
4pm-4:50pm S. Time Swing and Foxtrot
Thursdays 6pm-8:00pm
Practice Dance every Thursday in February and March. Only available to people taking group classes and members. No partner needed. $10.00 per person for non members. Members $5.00
If you would like to sign up and rsvp for one or more of these classes please contact Ryan Sechser by calling 828-316-1344.
If you’re looking for rustic furniture stores in North Carolina, our warehouse and showroom are in the heart of the Charlotte University area. Come see our collection of Indian wood furniture: Wood bookshelves, cabinets, sideboards, nightstands, beds, trunks, dining tables and more. There are hundreds of real solid wood items that you will love to have in your home.
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=393022658115775
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=618459701957589
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=789533378046679
For the first time in a long time, Maggie Valley will be hosting a skating rink at the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds! Here’s what you need to know:
– Adults $8
– Kids $5
– Sessions are 45 minutes on the hour. The last sessions will be at 7:00, and there’s a limit of 40 skaters per session.
– Kids Skate Free Monday, Feb. 11
– Special Family Skate for $20 on Wednesday, February 13th!
– A Concession Stand will be available along with a 9 Hole Mini Golf Course, Yard Games including Ladder Ball, Giant Connect 4, Giant Jenga, Pipe Ball, Bottle Ring Toss and Can Toss, plus a Bounce House!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1217442365076320/?event_time_id=1217442411742982
TOT TIME
Art is fun! During Tot Time, we explore the elements of art including line, shape and color. We inspire your imagination with art from the Museum’s Collection, stories, and hands-on art-making. Each session includes time for free play.
Mixed-Up + Messy!
JANUARY 14 – FEBRUARY 18 — Mondays, 10am – 11:30am
For pre-school aged students accompanied by an adult
Meet at the Stephens-Lee Center (30 George Washington Carver Avenue, Asheville 28801)
Pre-register through the Asheville Parks and Recreation Dept. by calling (828) 350-2058, drop-ins are welcome.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2019297284783802/?event_time_id=2019297301450467
Join us January 15th-February 14th
For every pint of Lorelai IPA bought, we’ll donate $1 to Claxton Elementary School’s 4th Grade Raleigh Field Trip Fund.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1422139054587321/?event_time_id=1422139144587312
Industry Appreciation Monday is your new favorite night of the week! Join us each and every Monday so you can tell everyone – IAM At Battery Park Book Exchange.
Bring your friends and enjoy half off glasses of wine and bubbles, ALL DAY, Every Monday.
Cheers! ??
https://www.facebook.com/events/1963478467295080/
Industry Appreciation Monday is your new favorite night of the week! Join us each and every Monday so you can tell everyone – IAM At Battery Park Book Exchange.
Bring your friends and enjoy half off glasses of wine and bubbles, ALL DAY, Every Monday.
Cheers! ??
https://www.facebook.com/events/1963478467295080/?event_time_id=1963478480628412
Every Monday and Tuesday we feature oysters on the half shell, raw or roasted and $3 pints. Pints all day and Oysters starting at 5:00pm.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2255390748073704/
Every Monday and Tuesday we feature oysters on the half shell, raw or roasted and $3 pints. Pints all day and Oysters starting at 5:00pm.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2255390748073704/?event_time_id=2255390758073703