Calendar of Events

200 Community Bills of Rights have been passed in Cities and Counties around the county. They establish citizens rights to local self-governance, that is, being able to make decisions about the places we live. Asheville’s Community Bill of Rights establishes our Right to a Healthy Climate above that of corporations to make a profit and our Right to purchase electricity from companies that use only renewable energy.
This will be the first Community Bill of Rights passed in NC.

Come be a part of the petition campaign that will get the Community Bill of Rights on the next City election ballot so everyone can vote on it. There are opportunities to get involved starting at just one hour a week for 4 weeks.

https://www.facebook.com/events/523175078189885/

A Wine Deconstructed is an Education Series hosted by plēb urban winery on the second Wednesday of the month. A single wine will be deconstructed to identify the various components and discuss their meaning in the wine.

https://www.facebook.com/events/318802065417640/?event_time_id=318802072084306

Have a pint and express yourself to creating works of art in the beer-themed coloring books! Adult Coloring will be held every 2nd Wednesday of the month. Bring in your own coloring gear or pick through our many gel pens and themed coloring books.
Art

https://www.facebook.com/events/320830388762640/?event_time_id=320830402095972

Kimber Lanning is Founder and Executive Director of Local First Arizona, a statewide organization implementing innovative strategies for new models of economic development that create vibrant local economies. Kimber’s talk will begin at 6pm; doors will open at 5:30pm. This event is free, but seating is limited, please register here (https://buildingourcitykimberlanning.eventbrite.com).

Lanning is an entrepreneur, business leader and community development specialist who works to cultivate strong self-reliant communities and inspire a higher quality of life for people across Arizona. Lanning’s passions, which are seen throughout her work, include fostering cultural diversity and inclusion, economic resilience and responsible growth for Arizona.

Building our City is brought to you by the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority, Mosaic Community Lifestyle Realty, the Asheville Downtown Association, the City of Asheville, Urban 3, Carleton Collins Architecture, Asheville Grown, Mountain True, Aloft Asheville Downtown and Friction Shift.

https://www.facebook.com/events/397860547687410/

Looking for an activity for you and someone special in your life? This month, learn how to show your heart some love through food in this hands-on partner cooking class! You and your partner of choice will work together to make three recipes, while learning the heart healthy benefits along the way from a Registered Dietitian.

Class is open to the public and located at the downtown Asheville YMCA in the Multipurpose Room 2. Cost is $30 for YMCA members, and $40 for non-members. Must register both partners together. Kids are allowed if partner is an adult over the age of 18. For more information or to register, visit the front desk of the downtown YMCA or call Lauren at 828-575-2939 or email [email protected].

https://www.facebook.com/events/214210906192991/

The French Broad Valley Music Association: FBVMA jam session is focused on regional fiddle tunes and songs. Carol Rifkin and John Mitchell cohost weekly, bring an instrument to play or just enjoy the music, its free, kid friendly, donations encouraged. Key Players are intermediate to advanced but beginners are most welcome and encouraged to attend to listen, learn/quietly play along. More experienced players sit in the inner circle and take turns choosing fiddle tunes or songs. Guests, families and kids are invited to listen and often sing along. This style of community play has been used to entertain and pass down music to kids for generations.

The French Broad Valley Music Association is a 501c3 non-profit organization formed to celebrate local musical heritage. “Our community. Our music. Our sense of place.”

https://www.facebook.com/events/231970501048591/?event_time_id=231970527715255

Come practice with me every Wednesday evening at Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards at 6pm-7pm to get over that crazy mid week hump!

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!
6pm-7pm 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/1224464734374111/?event_time_id=1224464737707444

Valentine’s Day isn’t always a great day for everyone. So in keeping with my belief that it’s not just about romance – but about loving each other in general, we will be hosting a Galentine’s Evening at Wine Sage and Gourmet. Bring your gal pals and let’s celebrate each other! Food, wine and fun! Have a friend who could use some cheering up – bring her! A fun craft project will be an option if you care to participate! A few other surprises as well!

https://www.facebook.com/events/296332387743798/

Alright gals, it’s time for hearts, glitter, flowers, bubbly — that’s right, you guessed it – February the 13th is Galentine’s Day! We’ve planned a night you don’t want to miss! Grab your best gal pals and join us in celebrating each other.

Becky, our Hoka rep, will be joining us! She’s bringing Hoka swag for the first 20 women and I’ve heard rumors of games!

Cara, our Brooks guru, will be with us helping with personalized bra fittings and answering any questions or concerns you might have. Every lady attending will receive a $15 voucher, good towards any Brooks bra.

We’ll have wine, bubbly, cheese, crackers, veggies– let’s just say, we will have all the snacks! Plus we will be doing raffles throughout the night!

It’s time for a much needed girls night!

** RSVP from Tickets Available link to reserve your spot **

https://www.facebook.com/events/1178876915602641/

A routine procedure left novelist, memoirist, and poet Judy Goldman’s husband paralyzed. Together is her unforgettable account of the struggle to regain their “normal” life and a nuanced portrait of a marriage tested.
When Judy Goldman’s husband of almost four decades reads a newspaper ad for an injection to alleviate back pain, the outpatient procedure sounds like the answer to his longtime backaches. But rather than restoring his tennis game, the procedure leaves him paralyzed from the waist down–a phenomenon none of the doctors the family consults can explain. Overnight, Goldman’s world is turned upside down. Though she has always thought of herself as the polite, demure wife opposite her strong, brave husband, Goldman finds herself thrown into a new role as his advocate, navigating byzantine hospital policies, demanding and refusing treatments, seeking solutions to help him win back his independence.
Along the way, Goldman flashes back to her memories of their life together. As she tries envision her family’s future, she discovers a new, more resilient version of herself. Together is a story of the life we imagine versus the life we lead–an elegant and empathetic meditation on partnership, aging, and, of course, love.

JUDY GOLDMAN is the author of two award-winning poetry collections and two novels, Early Leaving and The Slow Way Back, which was a finalist for SIBA’s Novel of the Year and winner of the Sir Walter Raleigh Fiction Award and the Mary Ruffin Poole Award for First Fiction. Her memoir, Losing My Sister, was a finalist for both SIBA’s Memoir of the Year and ForeWord Review’s Memoir of the Year. Her work has appeared in Real Simple, The Washington Post, and in many literary journals. She teaches writing workshops throughout the Southeast, and serves on the permanent faculty of Table Rock Writers Workshop. Born and raised in Rock Hill, South Carolina, Goldman has lived in Charlotte, North Carolina, for many years. She and her husband have two children and four grandchildren.

We ask that you purchase the books you want to be signed at our events from Malaprop’s. When you do this you are not only supporting the work it takes to run an events program, you are also telling the publishers that they should keep sending authors here. Can’t make it to the store for the event? Call us or order the book on our website in advance, and we’ll get it signed for you. Make sure you write your preferences in the comments if you purchase online.

https://www.facebook.com/events/345594676020907/

Dayton!

Looking for a fun date/single’s night just before Valentine’s Day? We’ve got the PERFECT thing!

On February 13th, starting at 6pm, we’ll be tapping a bunch of incredible stouts that we love!

Hi-Wire Brewing 10W40
North High Brewing Filthy McNasty
Founders Brewing Co. CBS
Founders KBS
Warped Wing Brewing Company Whiskey Rebellion
Warped Wing Whiskey Rebellion w/ Peaches, Vanilla, and Caramel
Clown Shoes Beer Snow in the Maple Tree
& New Holland Brewing Co. Dragons Milk Reserve (Orange Chocolate)

This is going to be a ton of fun and we can’t wait to see you there!

#GetSome #CraftBeer #ValentinesDay #Dayton #Beavercreek

https://www.facebook.com/events/595419664256467/

Come hang out with the Asheville Tri Club, meet new and old friends, run, and drink beer. We’ll be joining the Highland Brewing Co. Run Club for their weekly Wednesday run, then staying for a beer and company.

Run: Meet at 6 PM at the Brewery (just look for other people dressed in hi-vis lycra and running shorts), the run begins at 6:15. It’s very casual, all paces and all faces welcome, and you can go however long you want (it’s an out ‘n back). Bring a headlamp because it’ll get dark.

Beer & tri club social: Option A: Finish your run, and drink beer. Option B: If you can’t join the run, meet us around 7 PM at the brewery. Again, look for the people who look like they’ve been for a run. At least one tri club member will have an Asheville Tri Club shirt on so you can know you’re talking to a triathlete.

This is an informal event open to everyone. It’s free to join the run and social, but you’ll have to buy your own beer this time. There’s usually a food truck too.

https://www.facebook.com/events/763351014033917/

Would you like to improve your Spanish language skills? Join us for learning and conversations in Spanish this January – March. We will meet for six sessions to build rapport as a group and confidence in speaking and reading Spanish.

To sign up, email the South Buncombe Library at [email protected] or call 828-250-6488. The group is limited to 10 participants. Participants must be able to converse in Spanish at a basic level. Older teens are welcome, children under 15 are welcome with adults.

The group will meet from 6-7 pm on Wednesday nights January 16 and 30, February 13 and 27, and March 13 and 27.

https://www.facebook.com/events/230068681243700/?event_time_id=230068691243699

Would you like to improve your Spanish language skills? Join us for learning and conversations in Spanish this January – March. We will meet for six sessions to build rapport as a group and confidence in speaking and reading Spanish.

To sign up, email the South Buncombe Library at [email protected] or call 828-250-6488. The group is limited to 10 participants. Participants must be able to converse in Spanish at a basic level. Older teens are welcome, children under 15 are welcome with adults.

The group will meet from 6-7 pm on Wednesday nights January 16 and 30, February 13 and 27, and March 13 and 27.

https://www.facebook.com/events/230068681243700/

Aaron Wood is quite the renaissance music man. He grew up steeped in the traditions of blues and folk music of North Carolina. His father has shared the stage with the likes of Bill Monroe and Ralph Stanley and performed at The Grand Ole Opry, taking Aaron with him every chance he got. It didn’t take long before the music took hold, and he studied any kind of music he could get his fingers on.

One look at the long list of artists he has shared the stage with exemplifies his diversity and respect from his musical peers. From Jimmy Martin to Leon Russel, R.L. Burnside to Warren Haynes, Sara Evans to Carlos Santana, Aaron has played with and learned from some of those who have helped shaped music into what it is today.

Each Wednesday features a different performer joining Woody on stage.

https://www.facebook.com/events/408992216504465/?event_time_id=422003815203305

Come out and run HBC! Down and back runs with different turn-around points to push runners of just about every level. Run. Drink Highland beer. Have fun.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1855217761256340/?event_time_id=1855217784589671

Veil Magic: A Bellydance Choreography

One of the most beloved props in the bellydance world, the veil is fun to learn and impossible to miss onstage. In this 8 week series, students will learn an intermediate level choreography to a slow and enchanting song, “Darigh Nur” by Mario Krilis. Teacher Charlotte Louise has won or played in multiple competition settings with pieces that showcase her veil skills.

Classes will be every Wednesday from February 13th-April 3rd from 6:30pm. Cost is $90. Students who are performing may be asked to attend some additional rehearsals at no cost.

To reserve your spot sign up, here: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=330572&stype=-8&sView=day&sLoc=0

FAQs:

Do I need a veil?
Charlotte has veils to borrow! However, you are welcome to purchase your own veil. A 3 yard silk veil is recommended.

Will there be performance opportunities?
Yes! There will be two performance opportunities. One in Asheville at Asheville Follies, and one in Jacksonville, Florida at the River City Raqs festival. Details for both will be discussed at length. Performance is always optional and never required!

What will the costuming be?
For performances, effort will be made to keep costs low. Bellydance costumes will be worn in warm colors and students are encouraged to use what they already own.

https://www.facebook.com/events/347872155797757/?event_time_id=347872159131090

Bowled Over: How to Create Visual Interest on Simple Forms

Laurie Caffery Harris

Wednesdays 6:30-9pm
January 9- February 27

Bowls are often overlooked by potters because they are such a simple form, but they have so much potential! In this intermediate level class, we will explore bowls of all sizes and shapes on the potter’s wheel to create forms that reflect your unique style. We will also discuss and practice surface design through mishima (slip inlay), painting, and sgraffito carving. By the end of the session we will have made pieces that are not only visually interesting, but accurately represent your personal style and sensibilities.

Level: Intermediate and Advanced
Tuition: $310 + $50 Lab Fee

Majo Affirmative Poetry series is poetry that focuses on a person or a relationship rather than on nature, politics, etc. It also is improvisational – made up on the spot.

Majo will be teaching you ten keys for this kind of poetry, which will make it much more concrete – and help you to really know and understand what you are doing. “Ten keys for improvisational poetry – and for life. Learn them in one class – practice them for life.”

More about all of this can be found at my website (www.impimppoetry.com).

The class will run Wednesday evenings 6:30-8:30: February 6, 13, and 27 and March 6 and 13 – skip February 20.

Free informational meeting 2/4 – 6:30-8

Suggested donation of $20 per class – $85 for the whole series but no-one turned away for lack of funds. Questions? [email protected] or 828-582-9822.

https://www.facebook.com/events/533606953790506/?event_time_id=533606967123838

Head full of useless knowledge? Now’s your time to shine! Join us every Wednesday at 6:30pm for a night of interactive trivia perfect for all skill levels.

Live scoring, music rounds, photo rounds and even themed categories!

Prizes awarded each week for the 1st place team!

https://www.facebook.com/events/277072849778679/?event_time_id=357420335077263

Trivia Night is every Wednesday Night at Legends on the Lake starting at 6:30pm. Arrive early to secure your seats and ensure that you do not miss any of the action! Compete as a team or individually for prizes each week. Trivia is free to all who would like to compete. Prizes will be distributed by team, one prize per team. The certificates are good for any following visit. We ask that teams be limited to a maximum of 8 players for the sake of seating and space.

https://www.facebook.com/events/254689012071408/?event_time_id=254689115404731

¡Triskatrivia!
2019’s Themes: (updated as they are determined)

Feb 20 – Game of Thrones
Feb 27 – World Geography
March 6 – 80’s Music & Pop Culture
March 13 – Food & Drink

¡TriskaTrivia! is Triskelion’s Themed Trivia Night!
Starts at 7pm, and usually lasts at least an hour and a half.

Glorious Prizes:

First Place Team: $25 Gift Card
Second Place Team: $15 Gift Card

Each member of the team that wins the Very Hard Questions Round (almost always Round 3), will win a free beer.

If at least 6 people dress up in costumes that relate to the night’s theme, then the best dressed (determined by me) wins a free beer!

(that means if your entire team of 6 are the only ones dressed up, then a member of your team is destined to get a free beer)

There are six rounds, with 10 questions each, and each round will be on a different subject that relates to the night’s theme… Each question is worth 5 points.

Teams can consist of up to six players, or you can play by yourself if you have no friends.

Cheating is not allowed… no phones, no “yelling out of answers” (even wrong ones), and no handy reference materials… This is not an open book trivia night.

Come on out and show off your Brainz!!!

(or lack thereof)

https://www.facebook.com/events/2020001851418998/?event_time_id=2020001871418996

Monthly meeting of Asheville Chapter of PFLAG, a local support group for families with LGBTQ members.

https://www.facebook.com/events/261896614668892/?event_time_id=261896628002224

This is a FREE cornhole tournament occurring weekly at Hi-Wire Brewing at Golden Belt in Durham, NC. Sign-up on site every Wednesday at 7pm. Weekly prizes will be awarded to the winners.

https://www.facebook.com/events/285867828779715/?event_time_id=285867845446380

Come watch a weird and cool movie with us in our weird and cool chapel! Free popcorn while it lasts and drink specials to make you feel special

https://www.facebook.com/events/330376107687104/?event_time_id=330376111020437

Come watch a weird and cool movie with us in our weird and cool chapel! Free popcorn while it lasts and drink specials to make you feel special

https://www.facebook.com/events/330376107687104/

PFLAG Asheville is excited to present our first Guest Speaker Event at the 2/13/19 General Meeting! Allison is a proud Asheville native who currently serves as Director of Policy and Programs at Campaign for Southern Equality. She is passionate about community outreach, politics, activism, cares deeply about Asheville and its citizenry, and works daily at the local level to ensure that Asheville is a welcoming community for its minorities and traditionally marginalized populations. Allison identifies as a trans woman and uses She and Her pronouns. As part of her advocacy work she has developed and led numerous trainings for local organizations including medical practices, schools, churches, and businesses, established a name-change initiative for trans people, conducted support groups, participated in panel discussions, interviews, and coordinated with local school systems, news agencies, and politicians regarding equality for LGBTQ people. Allison also serves as Chair of CPAC, the Asheville Citizen’s Police Advisory Council, for approximately two years working to help resolve issues that arise between the community and local law enforcement.

https://www.facebook.com/events/603670176738082/

$15 / $15

The Kennedys return to Isis Music Hallwith their first new CD in three years. Safe Until Tomorrow’s uplifting melodies dovetail with smart and oftentimes hard-hitting lyrics that address the things we all talk about in the office and online, but with The Kennedys patented tuneful sheen. That calls for a strong dose of classic folk-rock punch, Maura’s angelic vocals and straight-from-the-heart lyrics.

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/325939687991253/

Join us for our first ever The Office Trivia Tournament! Each week will consist of a block of seasons.

Week 1: Seasons 1 & 2
Week 2: Seasons 3 & 4
Week 3: Seasons 5 & 6
Week 4: Seasons 7, 8 & 9

Team size is limited to 4 per team due to space and we will take the first 20 teams to sign up. Sign your team up by sending your team name and the four members of your team to [email protected]. Each weeks winning team will win a Casual Pint Gift Card and our grand prize winning team will each be awarded their very own Dundie!

https://www.facebook.com/events/328869727735008/?event_time_id=328869737735007

Join ArtLab instructor Benjamin Birdsong for a beginner class in West Coast Swing! This series is great for brand new dancers as well as those that want to work on their fundamentals. No partner required!

West Coast Swing is a social, smooth style of swing dance done to a wide variety of music genres. With a solid foundation of timing, connection, and technique it allows for improvisation from both the leader and follower to create a unique experience with every dance.

4 drop in sessions: Wednesdays, 7-8pm, January 16, 30, February 6, and 13, 2019. ​​Benjamin is available (by appointment) before class for private instruction. And if you’d like to keep dancing, the ArtLab Dance Floor is open until 9pm, so you can practice what you’ve learned!

$12 per student each week.
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https://www.facebook.com/events/2219025721699602/?event_time_id=2219025741699600