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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Hear some of your favorite classic Disney
Songs covered by your favorite local artists!
Dressing up encouraged but not required.
The Wiz
Aqua Mule
Transistor
Djanky Delanie
Mike AndersEn
Charli Jasper
Paul Wuerfel
Eggshell Emily
Andrew Christopher
The Half that Matters
https://www.facebook.com/events/569094633568727/
Genre: Live Electronic Funk
Tickets: adv. $12 / dos. $15 ***Tickets on Sale 1/25 @ noon***
Show: 9:30PM (Doors: 9PM)
Ages: 21+
Exmag, COFRESI, Plantrae, Space Kadet
Exmag
A nod to the multiverse-inspired concept of “extraordinary magnitude,” Exmag interprets soulful sounds of the future through bouncy space-funk poised to take flight. Informed by climbing synth melodies and effected strings, ExMag music boasts pronounced hip-hop atmospherics complementing its journey-inducing groove arrangements.
music: https://soundcloud.com/exm4g/ten-thousand-chains
web: http://exmagworldwide.com
COFRESI
COFRESI pushes the boundaries of modern performance and production with a hybrid style and a refreshingly versatile live dj/digital-acoustic drum
setup. In the studio, he creates a unique sound that is provocative, melodic & rythmic at it’s core. Live, his sets are full of energy as he showcases a unique ability to incorporate multidimensional digital and acoustic percussion into modern electronic music.
vid: https://youtu.be/Xf3rHPgNnts
web: http://www.cofresimusic.com
Plantrae
Plantrae roams the forests and detritus of modernity, crafting earthy beats music clearly evocative of its NW origin. Energetic and serenely beautiful, Plantrae’s sound threads a distinctive path between acoustic instrumentation, and exhilarating electronic production. Crisp beats and graceful melodies are effortlessly woven together, with live viola bringing an undercurrent of indelible warmth to an already lush palette.
music: https://plantrae.bandcamp.com
Space Kadet
Space Kadet explores many genres on the electronic instrumental spectrum with a deep emphasis on creating a spacey funky atmosphere and sound, always leaving the listener in a trance. The band taps into a variety of genres ranging from high energy driven electro-funk to hip hop infused drum and bass into trap, deep dub, house, break beats and more. Recently, the band has shared the stage with praised acts such as The Floozies, Manic Focus, Ekali, Russ Liquid Test, Zoogma, Sunsquabi, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, The Werks, Govinda, Higher Learning as well as playing acclaimed festivals such as Purple Hatters Ball, Imagine Festival, Sweetwater 420 festival and Zen Awakening. Space Kadet came together to form an always changing, never ending, groovy space odyssey.
music: https://soundcloud.com/thekadet
https://www.facebook.com/events/357687034962126/
Kaizen with Special Guest Nicky Sanders
Mike Barnes -Guitar, Mark McDaniel-Bass, Jeff Sipe on Drums:
Friday, March 8th at 9 PM
Live at One World Brewing West:
Kaizen (改善) is the Japanese word for “improvement”. In business, kaizen refers to activities that continuously improve all functions and involve all employees from the CEO to the assembly line workers… In the Music World, with these Top-Tier Musicians, it hard to believe there is little to any room for improvement and yet they strive for excellence and more growth with every performance. If not for themselves, then for the listeners. Adding Nicky Sanders to the mix for this special event will be an tremendous addition to their already incredible musical experience.
Nicky Sanders: (Electric Violin)
Nicky is a Grammy Award -winning, American fiddle player specializing in Bluegrass music. He is best known for his work with the band Steep Canyon Rangers along with banjo player and comedian Steve Martin. Raised in San Francisco, he began studying classical violin at age of five.
Mike Barnes (Guitar)
Asheville Guitar founder was inspired to play the guitar when he was 11 years old, studying classical guitar with the late great Jerry Young. At 14, he formed a band called “Blue Sky” with childhood friend Warren Haynes and spent many rehearsals working on the art of improvisation.
Mike signed recording contracts with Geffen Records, PolyGram Records and a publishing deal with cherry lane music.
During the late 80’s, he was featured on an MTV & VH1 music video. He has worked on countless sessions in Memphis, Nashville and L.A.
Studying & sharing the stage with some of the worlds greatest, most influential, guitarists and musicians such as Jimmy Page, Pat Martino, John Scofield, Joe Walsh, Joan Jett, the allman brothers Band, Robben Ford, Jimmy Herring, Derek Trucks, Ben Harper, John Paul Jones, Branford Marsalis, Neal Larson, Jerry Jemmott, Michael Franti, The Black Crows, Moe., The String Cheese Incident, Grace Potter & The Nocturnals, Bill Evans, Steve Miller and Dave Grohl of Nirvana and Foo Fighters fame just to name a few. The one most dearest to his heart is being a part if the Warren Haynes annual Christmas Jam sense its inception in 1988.
*Mark McDaniel (Bass)
Witnesses relocation program.
*Jeff Sipe (Drums)
(Col.Bruce Hampton and The Aquarium Rescue Unit, Phill Lesh, Trey Anastasio, Warren Haynes, Derek Trucks, Susan Tedeschi, Leftover Salmon, Jimmy Herring, Jazz is Dead, The Jeff Sipe Trio, Danny Barnes Space Program, The State Birds, Electric Buddha, B-Town Live radio show, Kaizen)
Kaizen With Special Guest Nicky Sanders:
* Nicky Sanders-Electric Fiddle
* Mike Barnes -Guitar
* Mark McDaniel-Bass
* Jeff Sipe on Drums
$10 Entry, 21+
520 Haywood Rd, Asheville NC 28806
https://www.facebook.com/events/252293615648030/
We will be closing from 6:30-9PM for our own Cameron & Kristin’s Wedding Rehearsal Party. At 9pm, our doors will reopen and we welcome you will join us for the After Party!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1042494309267140/
“Broaden Your Horizon Series” Raleigh Showcase Urban Soil at Ambrose West
WHEN: Friday March 8th, 2019
WHERE: Ambrose West 312 Haywood Road Asheville, NC 28806
DOORS: 8pm
SHOW: 9pm
AGES: 18+
SEATING: Standing room w/ some cocktail tables
TICKETS: $10
Urban Soil
Urban Soil is focused on creating the best possible original music. The combination of all out, electrified, jam band inspired musical explorations and the more Americana, acoustic flavors makes Urban Soil truly unique. Sarah’s powerful voice is complex and thought provoking, while being strong and soulful at the same time. Eric and the rest of the band provide a tight, concise backdrop for her to fully explore the sonic space.
www.urbansoilmusic.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/316072572348531/
Genre: Funk/Rock
Cover: $5 Suggested Donation @ Door
Show: 10PM
Ages: 21+
Desmond Jones
Desmond Jones is a five-piece American rock band from Grand Rapids, MI. With original music written to complement the group’s sound as a whole, the music is centered on melodic guitar riffs, groovy bass lines, funky drum beats, and smooth saxophone. The group takes influence from Frank Zappa, The Grateful Dead, Phish, Miles Davis, The Band, and Led Zeppelin to name a few. Desmond Jones puts on exciting and high-energy shows with a high level of musicianship and skillful improvisation. Each show, setlist, and song is different from night to night. The group has played over 500 shows and has been touring the country sharing the stage with bands like Papadosio, EOTO, Here Come the Mummies, Joe Hertler, Aqueous, TAUK, Dopapod, and many more. They released their debut studio album in October 2017 which NPR calls an “eclectic showcase of musical diversity”. Desmond Jones is John Nowak, Isaac Berkowitz, Chris Bota, George Falk, and John Loria.
web: https://www.desmondjonesband.com/
vid: https://youtu.be/2dm4Cfj70Pk
https://www.facebook.com/events/2121203024857496/
Week 2 of what will be the new underground space in Asheville. With great acts and good music for everyone to enjoy. Come out and support all these local djs and your Host Dj Drew.
https://www.facebook.com/events/324263158197297/
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=2530253667046854
Adding a Southeast destination for designer toy makers and collectors, *Assembly Required brings designer, bootleg and art toy artists from around the country, to present and sell their work.
Asheville’s premiere designer toy expo, *Assembly Required, is presented by Unboxing Asheville, Morgan’s Comic’s, 103.3 Asheville FM and Appalachian Pinball Museum. Focusing on this artistic movement, designer toys are a form of lowbrow pop art. These toy makers pull inspiration from a variety of subversive segments of culture, as well as subcultural elements, including (but not limited to) comics, tattooing, street art, and everything related to toys of the 60’s through the 80’s.
Echoing production methods of traditional toy manufacturers, designer toys are usually intended to be displayed as collectibles, rather than to be played with. Toy makers mediums range from resin to vinyl, from plastic to plush; with molding, and production techniques such as kitbash, sofubi and bootleg (recently coined ‘Artisanal Action Figure’, by New York Times writer, Rich Juzwiak [11/23/18]). (https://www.nytimes.com/2018/11/23/style/bootleg-toys-action-figures.html).
Juzwiak interviews such artists as the Sucklord and Killer Bootlegs, both of whom will be present at *Assembly Required.
This USATF certified 5k is perfect for runners of all levels! Everyone in Spartanburg and the surrounding area is encouraged to participate in this event, and children of all ages are encouraged to participate in our one mile fun run.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2116115781743026/
The Asheville Summit is an annual event hosted by the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy Asheville Campus. The event is planned by pharmacy students for pharmacy students, pharmacists, and other members and students within the healthcare field. Over 120 people representing programs from across the Southeast come together to engage in an event that centers around innovations in healthcare. This year’s focus is on women’s health and women in leadership. All are welcome!
Early bird pricing ends February 15th, 2019!
Pharmacists can receive 4.75 CE hours for attendance at this event.
https://www.facebook.com/events/295973071066275/
REGISTRATION OPENS: November 1st.
We have a new race this year. A 50k on Saturday and 1 on Sunday. We will have a guest speaker Saturday night and camping at George Poston Park.
https://www.facebook.com/events/379993922509876/
Date: Friday, March 9, 2019, 9 am-12:30 pm, 2-5:30 pm
Cost: $239
Yoga for Resiliency and Trauma Recovery Trainings focus on simple and effective self-regulation techniques for individuals to use to help increase resiliency and decrease effects of trauma. Join us for a blend of experiential and didactic learning about trauma, resiliency and how yoga can help you and your clients become more resilient, understand trauma, and create compassionate connection!
You will learn:
Neuroscience of Yoga, Resiliency & Trauma
How to create a trauma-sensitive classroom
Yoga Brain Games
Mindfulness techniques that help create connection with the body & mind
How to utilize yoga principles & practices in a clinical setting for all populations
Learn the therapeutic benefits of gentle yoga postures, breathing practices and meditations
Easy & portable techniques to take trauma-sensitive yoga off the mat!
You will receive:
7 CEs Yoga Alliance & NASW NC
Comprehensive Manual with 40+ techniques
Certificate of Completion
*Level 1 is a prerequisite for Level 2*
* This workshop is open to yoga instructors, licensed social workers and therapists, wellness professionals and other individuals who wish to understand how yoga can support healing from trauma.
About the instructors:
Corey Brown, LPC, RYT 500, C-IAYT
Corey Brown is a Facilitator at Sacred Roots Wellness, LLC. Corey blends wisdom, humility and compassion as an accomplished counselor, teacher, guide and mentor. She currently will be teaching some of our Level 1 trainings in the SouthEast.
With her natural gift of joyful and trusting connections with others, Corey offers an outstretched hand to anyone who is struggling to regain his or her wild, authentic self.
Through her own personal experiences, education and training, Corey realizes that the solution to most of our challenges come down to the most simple of resolutions:
To acknowledge the goodness of who we were before the world burdened us with its unrealistic and cultural expectations that caused us to disconnect from each other and drift away from the beauty, delight, and celebration a self-actualized life offers.
The need to connect with our true, loveable selves so that we can then connect, with faith and love, to those we meet along the way as we journey through this sacred life.
Joy comes from the courage to fully experience our feelings including sorrow, pain, and suffering. These feelings, particularly the intense ones, are pathways toward fertile ground, which nurtures deep connection to others and ourselves.
You can learn more about Corey at coreybrown.be
https://www.facebook.com/events/988888901294294/
Join us for this is a 2-day Glaze Discussion Workshop. There is no testing. John will have over 2000 tiles that have been tested and we will discuss all things glazes.
He will also present a general overview of ceramic glazes, focusing on but not limited to cone 6 glazes. It is designed for beginner to intermediate potters. We will discuss cones, kilns, firing dynamics and principles as well as applying those principles to various firing cycles. This will lead us into some basic classifications of glazes, like ash, celadon, temmoku, etc. We will discuss how and why each type of glaze works and how you can achieve them, how to adjust your glazes and how to find new ones. We will discuss glazes from my new book: “The Complete Guide to Mid-Range Glazes: Glazing and Firing at cone 4 – 7”, but will go into more detail than the book allowed.
Saturday, March 9, 2019 from 9am – 5pm
&
Sunday, March 10, 2019 from 10am – 4pm
Fee: $265 per person
Teaching Center/ISM Students: $110.00 *Students must register in TVP Gallery only.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1968007253322753/
Mark this one on your calendar – March 9th, we’re going off road for a good cause and you can too. Plus, all your friends will be there and you don’t want to be left out!
Registration
https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=62535
If you have never run a trail race before, this one is for you. If you are a dirt demon on the trails, then this one is for you too!
You’ll have fun.
You’ll get a killer shirt!
The course is 3.1 miles in length and consists of gentle trails and no asphalt. Proceeds go to Throwing Bones for a Cure, Inc. You can follow our progress, donate, participate and get some “Ossum” gear at www.throwingbonesrun.org.
**Throwing Bones for a Cure, Inc. (501(c)3) promotes Multiple Myeloma research, encourages Myeloma patients to keep moving and awards financial assistance grants to patients and their caregivers.**
The address for this event is 191 Vance Avenue in Black Mountain, NC
Race Day Registration: 7-8am
Bib/Swag Pickup & Runner Check-in: 7:30-8:30am
Race Start: 9am
Awards: 9:45am
Typical finish line snacks will be available post-race.
There will be special awards for the top 3 OA male/female as well as the winners in 6 age-groups.
All runners will receive a long-sleeve shirt featuring Throwing Bones’ mascot Ossum (Bones in Latin), as well as other Ossum swag.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2320554084681282/
The Trauma Intervention Program of Western North Carolina (TIP) is looking for caring people in Buncombe and Henderson Counties willing to be part of a team of volunteers who provide immediate emotional and practical support to survivors of traumatic events. TIP Volunteers are called to emergency scenes by sheriff, police, firefighters and paramedics to:
➢ Comfort family members after a sudden death.
➢ Support family members after a suicide.
➢ Help witnesses to traumatic events.
➢ Assist disoriented elderly persons with non-emergency needs.
➢ Support those emotionally shaken after auto accidents.
➢ Assist tourists and travelers when tragedy strikes away from home.
RIGHT NOW, TIP needs residents of Buncombe and Henderson Counties to become TIP Volunteers. No experience is necessary
but completion of a Training Academy is required.
The Spring 2019 training dates are February 28th-March 9th. Volunteers must attend all classes below. For more information contact TIP at 828-595-4391 or send us a message. If you are ready to sign-up you can follow this link and register online.
http://www.tipofwnc.org/volunteer_app_form.php
*Funding provided by a grant from the Meals4Missions Local Grant Program at Hendersonville First United Methodist Church*
https://www.facebook.com/events/2168261476823742/
Come practice with me this Saturday morning at Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards from 10am to 11am!
All levels welcome for an upbeat and energizing power flow while focusing on turning inward and cultivating an intention that you can take with you off your mat!
10$ for 60 minute power vinyasa flow and glass of wine!
10am-11am Please share and feel free to bring your friends!
DM if you have any questions! Hope to see you there✨✨
https://www.facebook.com/events/393192134560043/?event_time_id=393192154560041
Sign up here: https://secure.everyaction.com/KbofOKiTO0i3vjCcz9qb6A2
The Watauga Riverkeeper and MountainTrue are combating sediment erosion in our local waterways. Sediment is a major polluter in our river basin, clogging fish and aquatic habitats, increasing water temperatures, and transporting toxic substances. We are helping to reduce the amount of sediment that flows into our rivers by planting live-stakes along eroding riverbanks. These stakes will grow into trees that will stabilize the sides of the rivers and creeks where we plant them, and will reduce the overall amount of sediment getting into the river. So, come hop in a boat, or wade and help us reduce erosion along our local rivers!
https://www.facebook.com/events/304679190160689/
Introduction To The Potter’s Wheel
Alyssa Ruberto and Halima Flynt
Saturdays 10am-12:30pm
January 12- March 2
Get ready to throw! This 8-week beginner’s course is designed to teach new potters the fundamentals of wheel-throwing, trimming, and glazing to make a variety of complete, food-safe and functional wares. By the end of this course, students will be able to confidently make pottery in any studio setting. Seasoned beginners are also encouraged to try new techniques to reach an intermediate level.
Level: Beginner and Seasoned Beginner
Tuition: $295 + $45 Lab Fee
This event will include instruction on the basics of Leave No Trace featuring South Carolina State Advocate & Leave No Trace Master Educator Elamon Barrett. We will learn about the history of LNT with lots of hands on activities, and great views for a short hike around the Ellicott Rock Wilderness. We do need a head count for this event, so if you plan on attending, please pre-register! https://form.jotform.com/90406058820150
https://www.facebook.com/events/290334558316176/
We’re having a paint party! Come join us!
https://www.facebook.com/events/651110802015671/
Description: 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/267246603967105/?event_time_id=267246667300432
Join us any Saturday for outdoor activities at the garden. Local youth involved in programming for building life skills, improving literacy and leadership development welcome young people in the area to join them, and we are always in need of adult volunteers to help with mentoring. Involvement in the Shiloh Community Garden also includes the experience of growing produce organically, lessons in permaculture and the science of sustainability, healthy meal preparation, and entrepreneurship. Come join the fun!
https://www.facebook.com/events/524392424698351/?event_time_id=524392534698340
Join us any Saturday for outdoor activities at the garden. Local youth involved in programming for building life skills, improving literacy and leadership development welcome young people in the area to join them, and we are always in need of adult volunteers to help with mentoring. Involvement in the Shiloh Community Garden also includes the experience of growing produce organically, lessons in permaculture and the science of sustainability, healthy meal preparation, and entrepreneurship. Come join the fun!
https://www.facebook.com/events/540032309819009/?event_time_id=540032319819008
Your organization or campaign has a Facebook page, Twitter account, YouTube channel, Instagram…but now what? How do these tools fit into your organization’s long term strategies for winning? In this training Beth Becker will offer 2 days of actionable insights and case studies to help you solve the Social Media Strategy puzzle.
Sessions during this training will include:
● Understanding how to create a strategic plan for managing your social media
● Strategies for building and managing your community on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and more along with tactics and best practices
● Building and Implementing Content Strategy
● Hands on lessons on Facebook and Twitter advertising basics
● Using Social Media to Listen to Your Community
● Tools to help manage your social media
● How to determine which Social Media Metrics to pay attention to and where to find the data that matters
This training is intended for people who have a firm grasp on the basic skills of managing social media for an organization and are ready to take the next step to do so strategically.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2276935982357658/
If you ever wonder how best to make the difference you most want to make, now there is a powerful new practice available for you. This unique practice offers tools combining various mindfulness techniques, creative improvisation and the power of sound to help people connect more deeply with their authentic nature, share their unique gifts more effectively, and find their true place in the world.
You can learn about this modality over 3 consecutive Saturdays at Jubilee! from 10a-noon starting on Feb 23 and continuing March 2 and 9.
This will be limited to 15 people so we can have a relatively intimate group experience, so signing up in advance will be best.
I’m looking forward to this opportunity to share this approach with you. We have a lot of living to do, much to grieve and to celebrate, and a lot of musicality to enjoy together!
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(Comments from previous workshop participants)
I am more empowered to refuse to deal with conflict in a negative way.. You have this calm aura around you… Thank you for that! Plus you make my brain work :) – Lisa Wilcox
Variety of modalities. Very creative in making it interesting and meaningful. – Dr Pegge Saylor
I seem able to «extract» myself from the immediate drama and to have a less emotional perspective on my current situation. – Roger Beaumont
For me, these 3 sessions gave a glimpse into the world of sound and community as an inspiration towards manifesting the desires that many of us vocalized in the group that was present. What kind of world do we want to live in? – Christine Westfeldt
https://www.facebook.com/events/335180560452441/
If you ever wonder how best to make the difference you most want to make, now there is a powerful new practice available for you. This unique practice offers tools combining various mindfulness techniques, creative improvisation and the power of sound to help people connect more deeply with their authentic nature, share their unique gifts more effectively, and find their true place in the world.
You can learn about this modality over 3 consecutive Saturdays at Jubilee! from 10a-noon starting on Feb 23 and continuing March 2 and 9.
This will be limited to 15 people so we can have a relatively intimate group experience, so signing up in advance will be best.
I’m looking forward to this opportunity to share this approach with you. We have a lot of living to do, much to grieve and to celebrate, and a lot of musicality to enjoy together!
——————
(Comments from previous workshop participants)
I am more empowered to refuse to deal with conflict in a negative way.. You have this calm aura around you… Thank you for that! Plus you make my brain work :) – Lisa Wilcox
Variety of modalities. Very creative in making it interesting and meaningful. – Dr Pegge Saylor
I seem able to «extract» myself from the immediate drama and to have a less emotional perspective on my current situation. – Roger Beaumont
For me, these 3 sessions gave a glimpse into the world of sound and community as an inspiration towards manifesting the desires that many of us vocalized in the group that was present. What kind of world do we want to live in? – Christine Westfeldt
https://www.facebook.com/events/335180560452441/?event_time_id=335180563785774
Charlotte Writers’ Club invites creatives–teenagers to age 99–to explore writing in free verse to describe life’s peaks and valleys and/or to constructively deal with an emotional issue. Linda Vigen Phillips, author of two realistic fiction novels told in verse, is leading this workshop. She will dissect works of contemporary masters of the novel written in verse and lead you in some exercises to help tap into the power of verse for your own stories.
Visit www.charlottewritersclub.org/workshops to learn more about Linda, the details of the workshop and to sign up. $30 for members, $40 for non-members.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1183386445173731/
Join us at Mountainside Park Saturday, March 9 at 11:00 to help keep our community looking good! The cleanup will cover the trails and the stream, which have accumulated some trash. Trash grabbers, bags, and gloves will be provided. Wear clothes and shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty. Expect to help for 1 to 2 hours. Parking is available at the park. Turn right from Hunt Hill Place just before the entrance to the Retreat at Hunt Hill apartment complex. For more info contact Shane at [email protected]
https://www.facebook.com/events/157327675151366/
Start time: 11 am, Kids fun run “free” 11:05
Location: Oskar Blues Brewery, Brevard N.C. – 342 Mountain Industrial Drive
Beer Steins for age group winners. “Mud Dabbers Pottery” Beverage included with entry.
Registration will be $25.00 until January 1st, then goes to $35.00
Specialty beer + live music
“Help support the Smart Girls and Boys running program of The Cindy Platt Boys and Girls Club of Transylvania County.”
Info and registration at www.pisgahrunning.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/2216374885062701/
