Calendar of Events

The Annual Sarah Gnilka Memorial Plant Sale on the lawn of Sycamore! Plants are available for $3 per 4-pack.
The address is 29 Tech Dr. Asheville, NC 28801
All Proceeds go directly to the Gnilka Memorial Scholarship!
All plants are raised from seed in the Sycamore Greenhouse at A-B Tech!*Non-GMO Seed from FEDCO Seed Company, Organically Grown!

Feel free to contact [email protected] with questions!

54B – Diplomat Galia-type Melons
1003B – Blacktail Mountain OG Red & Pink Flesh Watermelon
1218C – Sassy Pickling Cucumbers
1328B – General Lee Slicing Cucumbers
1406C – Spineless Beauty Zucchini
1507C – Gentry Yellow Summer Squash
1580B – Sunburst Patty Pan Squash
1611C – Zeppelin Delicata OG Delicata
1683B – Burpee’s Butterbush OG Butternut
1962C – Luffa Luffa
2408A – Lincoln Leeks
2454A – Expression Yellow Storage Onions
2485A – Rossa Lunga di Tropea Red Summer Onions
2811A – Buttercrunch Butterhead Lettuce
2980B – Lettuce Mix Lettuce Mix
3036B – Bright Lights Chard
3158A – Gigante d’Italia Parsley
3303B – Tendergreen Broccoli
3352A – Golden Acre Green Cabbages
3378A – Melissa Savoy Cabbages
3467A – Nero di Tuscana Dinosaur Kale
3616A – Afina Cutting Celery Celery
3630A – Redventure OG Celery
3673B – Pingtung Long Elongated Eggplants
3685A – Black King Bell-shaped Eggplants
3695B – Cajun Jewel OG Okra
3701C – Takii’s New Ace Sweet Bells
3735C – Chocolate OG Sweet Bells
3762D – Jimmy Nardello’s OG Elongated Sweet Peppers
3821C – Long Red Narrow Cayenne Hot Peppers
3834C – Early Jalapeño Hot Peppers
3874B – Orange Habanero Hot Peppers
4041C – Pink Berkeley Tie-Dye OG Slicing Tomatoes
4049C – Pruden’s Purple OG Slicing Tomatoes
4054C – Goldie OG Slicing Tomatoes
4057C – Green Zebra OG Slicing Tomatoes
4071C – Soldacki OG Slicing Tomatoes
4106C – Honeydrop ECO Small-Fruited Tomatoes
4111C – Sweet Aperitif Small-Fruited Tomatoes
4137C – Orange Banana OG Paste Tomatoes
4250B – Sun Gold Small-Fruited Tomatoes
4418B – Genovese Basil Basil
4470A – Thai Basil Basil
4567A – Bronze Fennel OG Fennel
4648A – Greek Oregano Oregano
4664B – Broadleaf Sage Herbs
4684A – Stevia Herbs
4687A – German Thyme Herbs
4803A – Summer Pastels Achillea
4837A – Elephant Head OG Amaranths
4927B – Solar Flashback Mix OG Calendulas
5045A – Harlequin Mix Dahlia OG Dahlia
5047A – Alaska Strain Daisies
5116A – Marine Heliotrope Heliotrope
5171A – Lavatera Mix Lavateras
5224A – Brocade Mix Marigold – French
5280B – Alaska Mix Nasturtiums
5300A – Only the Lonely Nicotiana ECO Nicotiana
5488A – Monstrosum Mix Strawflowers
5521B – Moulin Rouge Sunflowers

https://www.facebook.com/events/631156233996356/

One Day. One Event. Unlimited Possibilities. Gain Practical Knowledge and Develop Tools you can apply to your business immediately for positive results, all while forging and developing new contacts to grow your business. Attend the Spring 2019 WNC Business Workshop at Montreat College School of Adult and Graduate Studies. This event is Presented by Incredible Towns – Asheville, NC. Powered by Lone Bird Studio Asheville Web Design, and Supported by Asheville Business Radio. This Workshop includes multiple learning classes on topics ranging from Business Law, Accounting and Finance, Customer Service, Employee Relations, Business Planning, Marketing, Sales Management and more! Morning Coffee and Pastries, Lunch, and Refreshments will be provided, and there will be a Group Networking event as well. Free Parking.
Attendees who wish to donate Door Prizes are encouraged to bring them to the event. We will hold a drawing for Door Prizes during the Networking Portion of the event.
More Info at https://wncbusinessworkshops.com

FAQs

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Free Parking available at event location in parking lot.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
Please do for faster registration, but if you lose it we will have your name on file.

What can I bring into the event?
You may bring a phone, tablet or laptop. Please have all audible tones muted for the duration of the event.
Also, bring your business cards, flyers or other information for our card table.

Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?
Yes. An email must be sent to [email protected] no later than 3 days prior to the event with the name change.

What’s the refund policy?
Refunds may be obtained up to 7 days before the start of the event. After that time, no refunds will be available.

https://www.facebook.com/events/623878988064588/

Wildflowers springing from the ground are a sign that spring and warmer weather are right around the corner. Capture photos of your family and friends enjoying the Park and enter them into our Shades of Spring Photo Contest for a chance to win fabulous prizes. 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/2260375557328117/?event_time_id=2260375643994775

As part of the YWCA Stand Against Racism, Guardian ad Litem volunteers and staff will be encouraged to take time to reflect on the impact of systemic racism on the child welfare system and to consider ways individual Guardians ad Litem can work to identify and eliminate the impact of their personal biases to minimize disproportionate minority representation.

https://www.facebook.com/events/261151808169245/

Join us at the expanded NEI Synapse, a 3-day conference where together we will examine the latest science and treatment advances in the field of mental health care. Our renowned faculty will share their unique experiences and offer key, clinically applicable insights on the latest in mental health care, bringing you up-to-date on the best practices for managing patients with mental illnesses. Learn more and register at http://nei.global/synapse.

https://www.facebook.com/events/595902290784195/

Be sure to pick up all your herb, veggie, and flower starts at the Growing in the Mountains plant sale, April 26 and 27 at the WNC Farmers Market! .
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https://www.facebook.com/events/337180283579553/?event_time_id=337180290246219

Festival in Henderson County’s apple country focusing on local wines and hard cider, featuring seven producer venues and an entire weekend of dining, activities, music and more!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1776698452379387/

Join REI staff to learn the basics of hiking. In this program experts will share tips and tricks on aspects of hiking – trip planning, essential items, equipment, safety precautions – along with local resources and places to go. Find out about the 10 essentials you need for a hike. Please register for this free program. Open to members and non-members. Friday, April 26, 2019
10-11:30 a.m.
For more information contact Deb Al-Aidy, Healthy Aging Specialist at [email protected] or 828 209 5012.
Register at the Membership Desk or call 828 651 9622.

https://www.facebook.com/events/284449788940704/

Join us in our River Arts District studio for this five-day chair caning class. You will leave with one completed chair seat woven in the standard 7-step method.

Tuition includes all tools/materials, 30+ hours of instruction, after-class assistance on future projects, and $25 off future chair classes. Bring your own chair with holes drilled into the seat or we can provide one for you. Class hours are 10am-5pm Monday-Friday.

You may be interested in our low-cost crash course demonstration and workshop for laced caning. See http://silverriverchairs.com/product/introductory-workshops/
or call 828-707-4553

https://www.facebook.com/events/357522001728503/

A sampling of delicious fresh strawberries in season in the mountains.

https://www.facebook.com/events/570610116761312/

We kick off our Celtic Festival with the return of the Smokey Mountain Highlanders.

https://www.facebook.com/events/172329437027934/

The World’s largest tattoo convention tour is coming to Asheville, NC for the 1st Asheville Tattoo Arts Convention. Get Tattooed by some of the best local, national, or international tattoo artists. Also Tattoo TV Celebrities. Vendors with every supply a tattoo professional could need. As well vendors geared toward the tattoo enthusiast, with everything from jewelry, clothing and artwork, See great Side show entertainment and live human suspension to round out an amazing weekend of fun. To find more information, check out our website at www.villainarts.com

https://www.facebook.com/events/263974341144075/

The 1st Asheville Tattoo Arts Convention is coming to the US Cellular Center, April 26th- 28th, 2019. Villain Arts is excited to host a show in Asheville, NC this year. The Asheville Tattoo Arts Convention is for industry professionals and tattoo lovers as well. General public is welcome. Come get tattooed by 200 of the world’s best tattoo artists, including the top local, national & international artists. Meet & Greet TV celebrities from Ink Master, Tattoos After Dark and Best Ink. Tattoo TV stars will be on hand to tattoo the public! In addition, there will be numerous vendors with everything from industry supplies to clothing, artwork & jewelry. Daily tattoo competitions for you to show off your tattoos. Performances by The Enigma Live, Olde City Sideshow, Marlo Marquise and dynamic live human suspension are just a few of the other exciting things happening throughout the weekend. The Asheville Tattoo Arts Convention is a don’t miss event, with something for everyone.

Sale Dates and Times:

Public Onsale : Mon, 18 Mar 2019 at 06:00 PM

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The 1st Asheville Tattoo Arts Convention is coming to the US Cellular Center, April 26th- 28th, 2019. Villain Arts is excited to host a show in Asheville, NC this year. The Asheville Tattoo Arts Convention is for industry professionals and tattoo lovers as well. General public is welcome. Come get tattooed by 200 of the world’s best tattoo artists, including the top local, national & international artists. Meet & Greet TV celebrities from Ink Master, Tattoos After Dark and Best Ink. Tattoo TV stars will be on hand to tattoo the public! In addition, there will be numerous vendors with everything from industry supplies to clothing, artwork & jewelry. Daily tattoo competitions for you to show off your tattoos. Performances by The Enigma Live, Olde City Sideshow, Marlo Marquise and dynamic live human suspension are just a few of the other exciting things happening throughout the weekend. The Asheville Tattoo Arts Convention is a don’t miss event, with something for everyone.

Sale Dates and Times:

Public Onsale : Mon, 18 Mar 2019 at 06:00 PM

https://www.facebook.com/events/383958888864118/

Pistol Hill at the Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards in Hendersonville, NC!

https://www.facebook.com/events/386234741945824/

This event has been cancelled. Stay tuned for reschedule information!
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Rising and current kindergarten girls in Buncombe and Henderson County are invited to a Girl Scout Daisy Tea Party on Friday, April 26 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at Ivory Road Cafe & Kitchen in Arden!

Girls will participate in hands-on activities, enjoy herbal teas and scones/snacks, make new friends and earn their very first Girl Scout patch! Patches will be presented at the event (free!).

This event is for girls who are NOT yet Girl Scouts but may be interested in learning about Girl Scouting. The cost is only $4/person and will be paid day-of to the restaurant for the cost of the teas and snacks.

Space is limited so to reserve your spot, please contact Mindy Smith at [email protected] or 828-210-9036.

Any girl in grades K-12 can join the fun at Girl Scouts. Whether you want to be part of a troop, sign up for exciting series or events, explore the outdoors or travel the world, each age level has something for you.

https://www.facebook.com/events/382773692567732/

With over 30 years of dance convention and competition experience, EDS has integrated the positive aspects of both, and eliminated the unfavorable. We strive to present a fun, friendly atmosphere with fair results! Using a system that acknowledges studio size, you are guaranteed to compete on a “level playing field”. You will be categorized in a division with studios of comparable size, much like the divisions in college sports. Finally, the stress of competing against studios much larger or smaller than yours is removed! In addition to our 3 levels of competition, we will have 2 divisions of overall awards!!! With cash prizes, scholarships, fun games, and more, we’re sure your “Epic” experience will be one you will want to relive each year!

https://www.facebook.com/events/328624378004380/

February 2 – April 27, 2019

Zimbabwean style marimba band classes for all ages!

Student Classes will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays
Level 1 for Beginning/Intermediate students in grades 3 – 6
will meet from 3:45 – 5:00
Level 2 for Intermediate/Advanced students in grades 6 – 12
Will meet from 5:00 – 6:15

*The instructor will decide which class your student would be most appropriate for your child.*
Fee for the 10 week session (twice a week) $250

All classes meet at the Rainbow Community Center, 60 State Street in West Asheville

Classes will meet on the following dates:
Feb. 5,7,12,14,19,21,26,28, March 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, No classes on March 26 & 28 (Rainbow’s spring break), April 2, 4, 9, 11, No classes on April 16 & 18 (Asheville City School and Evergreen’s spring break) April 23, 25 – Final informal performances on Friday, April 26 (in the auditorium for invited guests) and Saturday, April 27 from 9:00am to noon at the Asheville City Market. We will be raising money for marimba maintenance. All students from this session will have an opportunity to perform at the market.

To sign up contact Sue Ford at [email protected]

To pay online use this link and scroll down:

http://www.ashevillepercussionfestival.com/village-marimba/

Adult Class IS FULL – contact Sue Ford for info on upcoming sessions.

In a Class Session, students will:
• Learn a repertoire based on the group’s interest, including popular songs, multicultural songs and original music.
• Work on proper mallet/stick technique, which is also applicable to other percussion instruments
• Have fun making music as a community. Each song is made up of many parts, which come together synergistically to create a joyful sound.
• Work toward a big performance at the end of the session

https://www.facebook.com/events/2311762458858258/?event_time_id=2311762532191584

North Carolina in the spring season, conjures up images of green rolling hills with mountain springs filled with the runoff of the snows of the passing winter. Images of cabins in the woods, fresh air and memories of more innocent times when things were simple. In springtime, the world awakens, the birds return, flowers bloom and the grasses begin to cover the land. Visiting Asheville and the Smoky Mountains allows us to leave the pressures of the world behind, so go into nature, awaken to your true essence, your truth, your innocence.

Asheville is known for its powerful vortex energy, it is believed these energies intersect under the city. This spiritual energy is often compared to Sedona. The energy is powerful in these wise mountains, rounded by the winds of time, soft and rolling, proud of what they have sustained and still standing tall. These mountains are a metaphor for life, we endure much but still we stand tall, we continue, we persevere. This spring, in the mountains of North Carolina, come claim your strength, tap into the power of the mountains, pull in the energy of Mother Earth to revitalize you on your journey.

We will plant the seeds on this adventure of awakening. Opening to us, to our gifts, to our talents, to our essence, that purity that we all came to life with that sometimes gets lost in the throws of life. Plant the seeds and awaken to your true gifts.

In the woods we will connect deep within, through meditation, breathwork, yoga and sisterhood circles, we will find our connection to nature. We will breathe in the fresh mountain air as we walk the paths layered with pine needles. Each step taking us into a deeper state of contemplation, connection and acceptance of life.

What to Expect
*Burn away our past Karma in a special fire ceremony, where we will use the ashes to design a unique creation with the intention of rising from the ashes, a new understanding of self

*Early morning Yoga and meditation

*Evening Sound Healing, be bathed in the sounds of Gongs, drums, chimes and singing bowls

*Contemplation time in nature to write, breath, meditate or “just be”

*Creating potions using natural earth elements

*Chanting for awakening to our truth

*Goddess Activation Codes to activate you to a higher sense of your truth

*Sisterhood Circles, Ceremony & Rituals where you come together to share and grow in love and community

*Intuitive Channeling Circle to gain insight from your spirit guides

When women come together
There is a strength that rises within
That strengthens the whole
It is like twine
We tie a knot of community
Come to the mountains to tie knots of hope
Knots of remembering
Knots of ideology
To open to the best parts of ourselves
In the mountains with the collective
We climb to meet our best selves
We climb to empower
We climb to find us
The parts that have been lost
In the everyday living
Leave feeling whole
Empowered
And with a new sense of purpose in your life

Bless yourself in ways never imagined by joining us on a journey of self-healing and sacred sisterhood.

Inclusions
Our Asheville retreat will take place in a beautiful and luxurious private property surrounded by natural beauty. Accommodations will be shared with other retreat guests. If you will be traveling with a friend, you are welcome to room with them, otherwise we will happily partner you with a roommate.

• All excursions and sacred gatherings
• Full Breakfast
• Accommodations in a luxury private home

Exclusions
• Airfare
• Ground transportation
• Travel Insurance highly recommended
• Personal expenses
• Lunches and dinners (you can bring food or we will go out to restaurants)

Travel
• IMPORTANT NOTE: Please wait to book your airline ticket or ground transportation until the retreat has been confirmed. You will be notified via email. Add us in your contacts.
• Asheville is on EST (Eastern Standard Time).
• We suggest arranging for a rental car and carpooling with other retreat participants.
• The closest airports to Asheville are the regional airport in Asheville or Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport in South Carolina.

Pricing
• The cost for this amazing 3-day, 2-night retreat is $677
• For locals only, we offer a day package that includes everything except lodging for $333
• Goddess Reiki Training (on April 25) is $495
• Retreat and Training price is $1111
• A $300 deposit is required in order to reserve your space for the retreat, a $250 deposit is required for the Reiki Training
• Installment payment options are available in any increment until the final payment is paid by April 1st (no exceptions)
• There will be a late payment fee of $100, if the full amount is not paid by then

Payment
• PayPal: [email protected]
Please send using Friends and Family, otherwise there is a 5% service fee added
• Credit Card- please contact us
A 5% service fee will be added
• Check- contact us for address details

NO REFUNDS OR CANCELLATIONS for any reason

Contact us
While further details, including retreat property address, check-in/check-out times, complete retreat schedule & packing list will be sent closer to retreat date and upon registration, please feel free to contact us with any questions at [email protected]

If you feel called to join us on this deeply transformative journey, secure your space as soon as possible. Space is very limited! We look forward to connecting with you in magical energy of Asheville with you!

www.SacredDivineGoddess.com/Asheville
www.YogaGong4Life.com

https://www.facebook.com/events/1992861177501430/

FREE DEAD FRIDAYS @ The One Stop
– feat. members of Phuncle Sam acoustic

Join us at The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall every Friday at 5:30PM for our FREE Acoustic Grateful Dead series Featuring members of Phuncle Sam and great drink and food specials.

https://www.facebook.com/events/244820139590703/?event_time_id=244820192924031

Bike Nite is back EVERY FRIDAY through the end of Summer!!
Live Music // DJs // Ride Alongs // And so much more!!
We will be having a kick off party later this month and a huge end of season event later this summer. Stayed tuned for details!!

https://www.facebook.com/events/372453063350999/?event_time_id=372453086684330

Youth will exhibit art created on the theme of “Immigration Justice is Racial Justice. No Hate. No Fear.” The evening will include a talk back with some of the artists led by BeLoved Asheville’s Ponkho Bermejo.

Works of art will include those selected from elementary and middle school students at Evergreen Community Charter School’s Stand Against Racism poster contest.

This event is in partnership with Evergreen Community Charter School and is among many community events being held for the YWCA of Asheville’s annual Stand Against Racism effort!

https://www.facebook.com/events/514022839002618/

Time to Register – You should have a personalized link in an email from Margaret or use this one. If you don’t know your login for the District Website, click on the “Request Event EZLink” button in the blue box to the upper right of the login.

Discounts for Early Registration.

https://www.dacdb.com/Calendar/Event.cfm?EventID=77412147&R=0.9939718692420874

Can you join the event committee?
Contact Linda Nelson at [email protected]

https://www.facebook.com/events/343539159554977/

The one-of-a-kind “fashion show with a mission” is back for its 5th edition! Mark your calendars for April 26, 2019, when some of Asheville’s favorite fashion designers will return to The Orange Peel. Each designer presents a color-themed runway collection made from items sourced at local Goodwill stores.

Get tickets at The Orange Peel website (link above). Learn more about this year’s seven designers, expert judges and more here: https://www.goodwillnwnc.org/5th-color-me-goodwill-april-26/

https://www.facebook.com/events/452337755261440/

Join us at Memorial Stadium as the ACSC Women take on Columbus Eagles FC in a friendly match!

https://www.facebook.com/events/572999023209477/

Join group exercise instructors Mike Stanton and Katie Nix for a BATTLE OF THE CLASSES!

Spin Karaoke and a Throwback Dance Party will be happening at the same time for a great cause – our community!

The goal is to raise $3,000 ($1500 each) to provide two weeks of food distributions and nutrition education to families in need, as well as send two kids to the YMCA’s Camp Watia, an overnight camp in Bryson City!

Suggested donation for class participation is $25 with donations hoping to reach $3000! All funds raised will contribute to the charitable work of the Y in the Enka-Candler community!

You can donate early! Click the link here, Select Ferguson, followed by the Campaigner you want the credit to go to:
https://www.ymcawnc.org/give-1

Who will get there first?!

Early registration with donation begins April 5. All other registration opens April 25 at 9AM

https://www.facebook.com/events/768926170149344/

Brewgaloo, presented by Shop Local Raleigh, is the largest North Carolina craft beer festival featuring NC Beer, food trucks, live music and the best of local. Held the fourth weekend of April in Downtown Raleigh. Beer is sampled by the glass or the pour. Features something for everyone and purchases every keg tapped in an effort to support all NC brewers.

Block Party Friday night 6-10pm
Main event Saturday 2-10pm

https://www.facebook.com/events/366347253859812/

There once was a hero named Emma G, who dared to venture into Asheville, North Carolina in search for a superhero.

Is it you?

ZaPow is proud to feature international singer/songwriter Emma G with accompaniment from accomplished percussionist Joey J Drums and DJ Reality Check during their SUPERHERO tour! With support from Stephen Evans Music, YellowTieGuy, and Tommy Yon, doors open at 6pm with only a $10 entry for this amazing show, or purchase a ticket NOW for just $15 (or more) for entry and receive a download of her album TAKING FLIGHT, including hit single “SUPERHERO”!!

Merch and music also available for sale at the show!

More info at: http://emmagmusic.com
Watch SUPERHERO here: https://bit.ly/2LEhHTb

ABOUT EMMA G:
Finding her voice as she rediscovers her American heritage from her home base in Washington DC, New Zealand-born singer/songwriter Emma G is a combination of Adele, Pink, Amy Winehouse and Alanis Morrissette. Her edgy tones and gutsy lyrics hammer home her messages of love, vulnerability, empowerment and strength with a soul-pop/rock sound that is engaging, inspiring and appealing to a hugely diverse audience.

Unapologetically outspoken, flying her freak flag, and always smiling, Washingtonian Magazine dubbed Emma G as one of the “Best of DC”. One Love Massive describes her as “charismatic”, and ANR Factory describes her voice as “poignant and beautiful” with “astounding bravery to speak up” on issues that matter to her.

And where did this bravery come from? A long history of health issues, brain surgeries, battles with depression and suicide, drug addiction, and sexual assault, yet still finding the inner strength to come out the other side positively: singing her truth. “Things that happen to us don’t make us who we are, but we all need to overcome struggles. The trick is to overcome them together.” Says Emma G. “My hope is that my music will not only resonate with individual people, but also ignite those flames of love, resilience and community”.

https://www.facebook.com/events/220878932183824/

Come meet us at Mills River Brewery and for every pint sold we will receive a $1 donation.

https://www.facebook.com/events/384840069019921/

We are living in a time of great awakening and transformation both individually and collectively. We are in a process of Awakening together with Mother Earth. The human HEART exists on many levels on energy and consciousness and holds the keys to our transformation at both a personal and planetary level. The Heart is the seat of our vital force, our spiritual essence, our deepest soul desire, and aliveness.

Ancient spiritual traditions along with artists, poets, musicians, all lovers, and modern science have all been fascinated by the human heart and how to tap into it and understand its profound energy and effect on our being. The next level of our evolution is tied to the awakening and integration of H E A R T Consciousness.

Join us for this intimate weekend of yoga practice, music, chanting, community and reflection as we explore together teachings (both ancient and modern), practices and tools to help us all tap into the power and magic of our hearts.

Yoga classes will include a short dharma talk, practice of heart/soul-centered yoga, meditation, chanting, and beautiful live music with Jim & special guests.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2617550581603457/?event_time_id=2629736947051487