Calendar of Events

We Banjo 3 — Friday, March 15, 2019, 8:00 p.m.
With a blend of the fiddle, guitar, mandolin, banjo and some charming vocals, We Banjo 3 just released a fourth studio album, Haven. Known as a Celtgrass powerhouse, with their last release topping Billboard’s World Music Chart in 2016. Friday, March 15, 2019, 8:00 p.m. at Diana Wortham Theatre in downtown Asheville. Tickets: Regular $38; Student $33; Child $20; Student Rush Day-of-Show (with valid I.D.) $10. Box Office: 828-257-4530 or www.dwtheatre.com.

https://www.facebook.com/events/313170486089421/

Cosmic Charlie has taken the Grateful Dead experience to a new level with “Dark Side Of The Dead”.

Dark Side Of The Dead is a hybrid show featuring the music of both the Grateful Dead and Pink Floyd. The centerpiece of the show is a live performance of Pink Floyd’s legendary “Dark Side Of The Moon” album.

The album is performed start-to-finish, by the Cosmic Charlie “big band” that includes two drummers, 4 keyboards, backup singers & saxophone. Before and after the Dark Side album performance, Cosmic Charlie will offer up two heaping helpings of it’s signature high energy Grateful Dead.

Cosmic Charlie was born in the musical Mecca of Athens, Georgia. From its summer 1999 inception, the band has swiftly cemented its reputation as a band that puts a unique and personal twist on the Grateful Dead catalogue, a Dead cover band for folks that are ambivalent about Dead cover bands. Rather than mimicking the Dead exactly, Cosmic Charlie chooses to tap into the Dead’s energy and style as a foundation on which to build. The result is healthy balance of creativity and tradition, and both the band and its audience are taken to that familiar edge with the sense that, music is actually being MADE here tonight.

https://www.facebook.com/events/295897041128212/

If you have never seen this show, it’s on fire! Scott Baker returns to our stage with musical artist Geoff McBride to bring you a night of rock and R&B!

https://www.facebook.com/events/238869550335783/

World Music Dance Party at The Mothlight!
Featuring Coconut Cake & Below The Bassline
Friday March 15th
Doors 8pm, Show 930pm
Tickets: $10, https://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/1826156

Coconut Cake is Congolese independence rumba rock born in the 50s and 60s along the banks of the Congo River and interpretred by your favorite AVL heartthrobs/vibe champions.

Below The Bassline honors the music of Jamaican jazz guitarist Ernest Ranglin and other roots reggae heroes. Fusing jazz, reggae, and world rhythms this quartet builds deep infectious grooves.

https://www.facebook.com/events/300131694025849/

Eyes Up Here Comedy is back with another night of comedy with a whole new group of women from all over the Southeast! One night, two shows 7:30pm and 9pm. As always we are sponsored by PBR!!!

Don’t forget to bring items to donate to The Homeless Period Project, each box donated is a chance to win awesome prizes from PBR!

Hosted by Erin Terry
Featuring Cece Carroll, Liz Brooks, Bethany Kathleen Vance, Moira Goree and Natalie Varkey!

TICKETS $7 advance, $10 day of, $15 VIP
Early Show
General Admission: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eyes-up-here-comedy-at-fleetwoods-early-show-tickets-56690388478
VIP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eyes-up-here-comedy-at-fleetwoods-early-show-vip-tickets-56690464706

Late Show
General Admission: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eyes-up-here-comedy-at-fleetwoods-late-show-tickets-56690573030
VIP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eyes-up-here-comedy-at-fleetwoods-late-show-vip-tickets-56690675336

https://www.facebook.com/events/139465440305853/

Eyes Up Here Comedy is back with another night of comedy with a whole new group of women from all over the Southeast! One night, two shows 7:30pm and 9pm. As always we are sponsored by PBR!!!

Don’t forget to bring items to donate to The Homeless Period Project, each box donated is a chance to win awesome prizes from PBR!

Hosted by Erin Terry
Featuring Cece Carroll, Liz Brooks, Bethany Kathleen Vance, Moira Goree and Natalie Varkey!

TICKETS $7 advance, $10 day of, $15 VIP
Early Show
General Admission: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eyes-up-here-comedy-at-fleetwoods-early-show-tickets-56690388478
VIP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eyes-up-here-comedy-at-fleetwoods-early-show-vip-tickets-56690464706

Late Show
General Admission: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eyes-up-here-comedy-at-fleetwoods-late-show-tickets-56690573030
VIP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eyes-up-here-comedy-at-fleetwoods-late-show-vip-tickets-56690675336

https://www.facebook.com/events/139465440305853/?event_time_id=139465446972519

The Town Pump Tavern
The best little bar in Black Mountain. Come as you are!

Fortune & Glory
BAND BIO
The American Rock Band, Fortune & Glory is based in Asheville, NC.

When asked what brought them together, band member Eric Barker replied, “All of us had been in ego-driven bands and had experienced the negative effects of self-serving ideals. We wanted a true cooperative that focused on quality song writing and creative freedom for each band member. We have joined together to produce something larger that ourselves. We are writing and performing in service to the song.”

On stage, a Fortune & Glory performance bears out Eric’s sentiment. Harmony rich vocals accompanied by three guitars, bass, drums, and keyboard produce the layered depth of experience that fans have been waiting for. It is unusual to see such fluidity among band members. Lead vocals pass from one singer to another. Band members move from one instrument to another seamlessly. You get the distinct impression that Fortune & Glory is on to something fresh, something truly impactful. This is a band to watch!

UPCOMING SHOWS:
www.fortunegmusic.com/shows

https://www.facebook.com/events/2187196771496307/

Random Rab & Bluetech coming to Asheville, NC on March 15th!

Age – 21+
Ticket Link – http://bit.ly/RabTechAsheville
Show/Doors: 9PM

Known for their musical depth & production; producers Random Rab & Bluetech are no strangers to the Electronic Music Scene, Having played festival all over the world these experienced wizards will take you for an intricately produced electronic thrill ride.

Come join us as we let these two wizards take control for the night.

Random Rab Links:
Website: http://randomrab.com/
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/random-rab
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/randomrabofficial/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/randomrab
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/randomrab/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4w8MWlPCLi8uZRkCMyrtCO

Bluetech

music: https://soundcloud.com/bluetech

Mycorr

music: http://soundcloud.com/mycorr

ASTORIA Music

music: https://soundcloud.com/astoriasmoon

https://www.facebook.com/events/516271575561009/

$15 Advance / $15 Day of Show

The Rich Nelson Band presents their original rock music on Friday, March 15, 2019. Their first album ‘Ever Since Now’ is available on iTunes etc, and at RichNelsonBand.com. Opening the show will be special guest Annabeth Berry.

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 Reservations

https://www.facebook.com/events/411370136266224/

Get your tickets! $15 Advance / $15 Day of Show

The Rich Nelson Band presents their original rock music on Friday, March 15, 2019. Their first album ‘Ever Since Now’ is available on iTunes etc, and at RichNelsonBand.com. Opening the show will be special guest Annabeth Berry.

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 Reservations

https://www.facebook.com/events/303618006991136/

Songs From The Road Band w/ Seven and a Half Giraffe at The Grey Eagle

https://www.facebook.com/events/741751049530310/

Join us for a multi-genre night of music featuring the members of new music collective LORD HARD.

MJK SILK
Offering ethnic beats direct from camel-land, MJK SILK will have you shakin your hippie butts.
https://soundcloud.com/user-880336061

Lil Loser
With his innovative gear and genre-bending jams, Lil Loser will getchu feelin all sorts of ways!
https://soundcloud.com/littleloser

Soft Talk
Soft Talk’s hypnotic synths and dreamy vocals will have you swoonin, groovin and moovin like no other.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_XTg2dRntU

Angry Lovers
Her fresh take on pop will make you remember why you loved 90’s radio –
https://linktr.ee/angryloversmusic

Saber Moon
This deadly duo will have you poopin out anime cats and goth boots so prepare your butholes.

$5 at the door

https://www.facebook.com/events/1105450852968303/

They are a little bit funky…just like we like ’em! So get down to Wild Wing Cafe and let’s get weird with hits from the sixties to today!

https://www.facebook.com/events/446116742591293/

Happy St. Patrick’s Day ya’ll! It’s good to be back in Hot Springs! See ya’ll at The Tavern!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1019936781542196/

Y’ALL (Young Appalachian Leaders & Learners)

presents

**POSSUM JENKINS**

Friday, March 15, 2019
Show @ 9:00 p.m.
$5 cover at the door; 21 & up

About Possum Jenkins:
15-years and four albums in, Winston-Salem, NC’s Possum Jenkins delivers a sound as unapologetically Southern as bowl of hot grits. Brimming with elements of outlaw and ’90s country, electric blues, classic funky soul and gritty rock, the band continues to turn heads throughout the Carolinas and beyond.

Possum Jenkins has shared the stage with a number of fine musicians, including Jason Isbell, Billy Joe Shaver, Tift Merritt, Southern Culture On The Skids, Greg Humphries, Drivn N Cryin, The North Mississippi Allstars, Yarn and Shooter Jennings, among others.

#possumjenkinsband #salvagestationavl #ashevillenc #avlnc

https://www.facebook.com/events/335202923784051/

They cover everything from classic rock, the 90’s, and today, so let’s get this weekend started with a bang!

https://www.facebook.com/events/601870606926327/

Genre: Funk/Groove
Cover: Donations @ Door
Show: 10PM
Ages: 21+

Voodoo Visionary

Hailing from the Dirty South musical mecca of Atlanta, GA, Voodoo Visionary’s improvisational funk dance music balances a tight, grooving rhythm section with soulful organ, funky clavinet, singing synthesizers, masterful guitar licks, and moving vocals to create a sound the group calls psychofunk. Influenced by a wide array of artists from Parliament Funkadelic and the Meters to the Grateful Dead and Allman Brothers Band to Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock, Voodoo Visionary has a uniquely blended sound that’s guaranteed to put the ‘oogie in yo boogie.

The band consists of Dennis Dowd (keys), Trent Gilson (bass), Scott MacDonald (vocals), Jose Rivera (percussion) Mac Schmitz (drums), and Mike Wilson (guitar) and features Martin Anderson (saxophone) and Ben Otieno (trumpet) known as the Side Chick Horns. Over the past 11 years, these players have built a unique chemistry that allows for exceptional improvisation during live shows and relaxed and creative songwriting sessions.

Voodoo Visionary released their debut album, Spirit of the Groove in March 2015 and their sophomore album Off The Ground in February 2017. While playing across the country over the last several years, the band has been direct support for Col. Bruce Hampton, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe (featuring Jimmy Herring), TAUK, DJ Logic, Big Something, Zach Deputy, Earphunk, Roosevelt Collier, Jerry Joseph, The Main Squeeze, Futurebirds, Fruition and more. In May 2015, they made their major festival debut at Counterpoint Music Festival near Rome, GA. Since then, they have excelled further into the national music scene with festival performances at Suwannee Hulaween, Sweetwater 420 Fest, Imagine Festival, Backwoods Music Festival, Funk Fest, Purple Hatters Ball, Great Outdoors Jam, and Hookahville.

web: http://www.voodoovisionary.com/

vid: https://youtu.be/pQ-tnhlJEh0

https://www.facebook.com/events/292504208115144/

Every Friday night you can find DJ Databoy and DJ Woodside spinning your favorite rap records. Dancing is permitted! No Cover.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2530249150380639/?event_time_id=2530253670380187

Saturday, March 16th 1:30-3:30pm
Cost: $20

In this class, we will use Restorative Poses to help relax the body, slow the mind and calm the nervous system. Healing Touch uses gentle, light or near body touch to clear, balance, energize and support the human energy system. This combination has a powerful effect on participants in helping them feel nurtured, supported and more in touch with their own self-healing.

The class will be taught by Diane Frankel and Dianne Lancaster.

Diane Frankel is a Registered Nurse who has worked as a Public Health Nurse and Lactation Consultant supporting mothers and babies in Buncombe County for over 20 years. She has been a practitioner of Yoga for over 30 years and recently completed her 200-hour certification from Asheville Yoga Center. She is certified in Soul Focused Healing, Healing Touch level 2, and Reiki. She enjoys bringing a calm and nurturing energy to her students.

Dianne Lancaster is a Registered Nurse with a background in oncology. She has worked with both adult and pediatric cancer patients since 1992. She started her Healing Touch Training in 1998 and is a level 4 Healing Touch Practitioner. After several years of being a yoga student, she completed her 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher Certification in August 2017. Dianne also has a passion for the dance and the movement arts. She has been dancing Nia since 2000 and is a Brown Belt Nia teacher. She enjoys bringing the joy of movement to her students.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1992264884400787/

A monthly gathering of enthusiasts to celebrate all things automotive, share stories and build friendships around a shared passion for cars. The event is FREE and open to all.

DETAILS: http://bit.ly/CarsConcord

https://www.facebook.com/events/837238529957915/?event_time_id=837238533291248

The nationally recognized, 7th Annual Asheville Marathon and Half marathon, will return to Asheville’s Biltmore Estate on March 16-17, 2019. The Asheville Marathon and Half events are ’boutique style’ events with limited entries available of 1,525 runners per day.

In 2018 the Asheville Marathon was named by Outside Online as one of the Top 9 vacation-worthy marathons and The Top Ten Best Spring/Summer Marathons to Run by MapMyRun. We were also listed as one of the 70 American Road Races every runner should finish by Runner’s World Magazine.

In 2017 the Asheville Marathon was named Top 25 Must-Do American Marathons by Competitor Magazine. In addition, the Asheville Half Marathon at Biltmore was honored to also be selected in the “Best Of” category in the 100 Half Marathons Club.

Run in America’s largest backyard at Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina at the 7th Annual Asheville Half Marathon 3/16/19 & AVL Marathon & Half Marathon on 3/17/19 OR DO BOTH DAYS and complete one of our Challenges! Details can be found on our website at www.ashevillemarathon.com. #RUNLUCKY7AVL

In the Asheville Marathon and Half Marathon, held on the grounds at Biltmore Estate, runners will explore 26.2 or 13.1 miles through America’s largest backyard in the 7th Annual event. Asheville Marathoners and Halfers will wind through hardwood forest, crayon-hued meadows, spring bloom-crackling gardens, and freshly cut views of the estate in March 2019.

The first HALF Marathon is on Saturday and on Sunday we have a Marathon and another Half Marathon – or challenge yourself and do BOTH DAYS in one of our two challenges! The BACKYARD TO BACKYARD CHALLENGE (Both Halfs – Saturday and Sunday = total of 26.2 miles) or 39.3 miles in the Backyard to Vineyard Challenge (both Saturday Half and Sunday Full Marathon)! This is the original Asheville Marathon and only race of its kind to come to Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina.

The Course
Asheville Marathoners will experience a couple of tall hills before mile eight and the remaining journey is a mixture of valley and rolling terrain. Beginning on-road near Antler Hill Village area, runners will climb to the Deerpark Restaurant, sail up and along the main road to the Biltmore House, and loop by, within feet from the massive main entrance doors of the House, to enter the Walled Garden. Runners will then edge along the Azalea Garden and lagoon paralleling the French Broad River, transition onto packed dirt carriage trails, and explore west quarter vistas of the Biltmore House normally off-limits to the public. The final stretch of the Asheville Marathon runs directly through working vineyards to finish back on east side.

Asheville Half Marathoners begin at Antler Hill Village and its many shops and attractions, the first loop will waft exquisite aromas from the kitchens of Deerpark Restaurant into the nostrils of competitors: surely a breath of fresh air to lungs that will no doubt be burning in the miles to come. Next, the course will lead to the site of the world-renowned Biltmore House itself, almost close enough to reach out and touch the doors to the main entrance. Immediately thereafter, the journey will proceed into the Walled Garden. As the House’s splendid architecture gives way to horticultural marvels, the meandering route winds along the Azalea Garden and lagoon.

With the broad-shouldered French Broad coursing within its nearby banks, there will occur a transition to dirt carriage roads. Here full marathon entrants will head towards the “wild west side” of the estate via a newly built bridge while half marathoners, turn around and finish their final three miles on their way up to the finish area at Antler Village.

Running for a Cause
Those participating in the Asheville Marathon and Half Marathon are not only competing for awards, scratching off bucket list items, or having the best day of their lives, but are also supporting local charity partners.

Limited Registration
The Asheville Marathon and Half Marathon is a boutique style event and is limited to only 1,525 runners per day. Register immediately to reserve a spot. The race has sold out early every year. Registration is open at ashevillemarathon.com. Watch for event updates – www.ashevillemarathon.com.

Sponsorship
For information on sponsoring the Asheville Marathon, contact [email protected].

The Location
Biltmore is America’s largest and most esteemed private residence. The 250-room French Renaissance chateau, perched over 8,000-acres of meticulously-tended gardens, is host to a million visitors a year. To learn more about Biltmore, visit www.biltmore.com or call 877-BILTMORE.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2102826913313137/

North Carolina State University brings you: The fourth annual South Atlantic Hops Conference: Beer and Beyond: Growing Hops for Multiple Uses and Markets

This conference is designed to educate, enlighten, and engage growers, brewers, beer enthusiasts, and other interested parties about the South Atlantic hops industry. The event will take place all day Saturday, March 16th and the first half of Sunday, March 17th. March 17th is St. Patrick’s Day which is quite the event in Asheville, especially for beer lovers. So, plan now to stay over until Monday.

Our special partners for this conference include the hops program at Virginia Tech University, and the Old Dominion Hops Cooperative.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2307713252845106/

The 8th Annual St. Paddy’s Day Dash & Bash is set for Saturday, March 16th, 2019 in Downtown Greenville. This festive, family-friendly 5K walk/run with post-race event benefits Palmetto Children’s Charity’s four beneficiaries: Camp Spearhead, Compass of Carolina, Harvest Hope Upstate, and Pendleton Place for Children and Families.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2218239728449595/

Asheville Outlets (ShopAshevilleOutlets.com) is pleased to team-up with Splurge Art Gallery to host a Community Yard Sale Saturday, March 16, 2019 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the parking lot behind Gap Factory featuring yard sale booths set-up by residents and businesses. Habitat for Humanity RESTORE will also be on-site to receive donations during and after the event from the Community Yard Sale participants and the public. The event will be held rain or shine.

Asheville Community Yard Sale is the place to Buy and Sell treasures. Be apart of the hoopla! CLICK BELOW!
https://form.jotform.com/AvlCommYardSale/2019

https://www.facebook.com/events/2314319185518542/

North Carolina State University brings you:
The fourth annual South Atlantic Hops Conference: Beer and Beyond: Growing Hops for Multiple Uses and Markets
This conference is designed to educate, enlighten, and engage growers, brewers, beer enthusiasts, and other interested parties about the South Atlantic hops industry. The event will take place all day Saturday, March 16th and the first half of Sunday, March 17th. March 17th is St. Patrick’s Day which is quite the event in Asheville, especially for beer lovers. So, plan now to stay over until Monday.

Our special partners for this conference include Catawba Brewing Company, the hops program at Virginia Tech University, and the Old Dominion Hops Cooperative.

We welcome sponsors for our event. Sponsorship gives you the opportunity to showcase your business and allow us to make this a special conference affordable for attendees.