Calendar of Events

To sign up for a Valentine’s Day PuppyGram, please go to:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b094dafad23aafe3-puppygrams

Tell your child, spouse, coworker, relative, or friend “I Love You” this year with a Brother Wolf McDowell PuppyGram!

An adorable rescue puppy will surprise your loved one with a Carolina Baking Company Cupcake and fresh flowers or stuffed animal!
Puppygrams are $15 and include 15 minutes of puppy cuddles and playtime to put a smile on anyone’s face.

Outside of McDowell County may be an additional charge.
All PuppyGram purchases go to support our rescue work.

Schools, businesses, and churches are welcome to participate, too! Special PuppyGrams will be offered for school classrooms, church groups, and more.
Contact us for details and pricing!

To sign up for a PuppyGram please go to https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b094dafad23aafe3-puppygrams

https://www.facebook.com/events/2074460822634732/

ZAPOW is hosting it’s first EVER Open show!
Who: Illustrators and Narrative Artists Living in Asheville NC
What: Open Show
SHOW DATES: March 15th- April 15th. We will make a separate event page for the show once the deadline passes.
How to Apply: email 2 jpgs to [email protected]
THE APPLICATION DEADLINE IS February 14th.
WHERE: ZaPow, 150 Coxe Ave., Suite 101, Asheville, NC
Cost to Apply: FREE. Sales will be handled on a 50-50 commission basis.

https://www.facebook.com/events/602171370236658/

Vote for your favorite chocolate dessert made by faculty and staff

https://www.facebook.com/events/317941305509477/

Introduction To Sculpture

Mac McCusker

Thursdays, 11am-1:30pm
January 10- February 28

Ever wanted to try your hand at sculpting with clay? This introductory class will enable you to competently create small-scale sculptures of animals or people. Learn to build with slabs, coils, and solid clay sculpting to advance your ceramic skills or elevate the quality of your work! Using images and sketches as a reference, we will make several pieces in class using a combination of building techniques. This class is for all levels.

Level: All Levels
Tuition: $310 + $55 Lab Fee

STORYTIME & ART
Our programs for preschool and school-age students are back at a library near you! Storytime & Art is for preschool aged students accompanied by an adult. Come join in the fun with stories and songs, then make a hands-on art project just for the little ones!

Meet us at West Asheville Library (942 Haywood Road, Asheville 28806) on second Thursdays at 11am!

https://www.facebook.com/events/322816578340965/

Attention: Senior Adults in Brevard and the surrounding communities! You are invited to a “Valentine Banquet” in your honor!
What: Senior Adult Valentine Banquet
When: Thursday, February 14
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Where: Brevard Community Church
Menu: Bring your favorite “sweetheart dish”
We’ll enjoy a time of delicious food, good fellowship, and lots of fun. Invite and share with your friends! Any questions, please message us here.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1344392215698641/

Join Homeward Bound for a Lunch and Learn about Women and Homelessness. Open Your Hearts this Valentine’s Day!

The program includes a short film, from an award winning director, depicting one woman’s journey from homelessness to housing followed by a panel discussion on Women and Homelessness. Lunch will be provided.

RSVP at http://bit.ly/OpenYourHeartsLunch

Panel of Experts:
Donna Ball, Former Homeward Bound Client
Micah Krempasky, MD, of Psychiatry & Neurology at Copestone
Sharon Blythe, Homeward Bound Room in the Inn Director
Emily Ball, Homeward Bound Program Director

Sponsored by
Mobilia/Four Corners Home
Hedy Fischer, Cultural Pollinator and co-owner of Pink Dog Creative
and Malaprobs Bookstore/Cafe

https://www.facebook.com/events/392835804818809/

Spring is almost in sight! What will the warming weather and greening earth bring you ? Runes, the second oldest recorded type of divination in the world, can give you insights into the coming year. Runecaster Tree Higgins, has been on the Runic Path for twenty years and will be available today from 12p to 5p. Stop by and get a reading! Have a complimentary sample of Raven& Crone’s glorious tea.Donation:$2 per minute(Fifteen minute minimum)

https://www.facebook.com/events/629851154099680/?event_time_id=629851164099679

Alternatives To Glaze

Cynthia Lee

Thursdays 3-5:30pm
January 10- February 28

Consider experimenting with some unorthodox surface treatments for a new look in your work. Using tiles, we will play with materials rolled on wet clay and cold surface techniques on bisque clay. Demonstrations and discussions will include applying these concepts to functional and sculptural work. Come with imagination, without reservations and a yearning for creative research!

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

If you normally associate the Mediterranean with summer, sea, and sun, it’s time re-think. This healthful and delicious diet is great in Winter (and all year-round), too. Join Family & Consumer Sciences Agent Jimmi Buell as she teaches a six-week course on eating the Mediterranean way. The class meets each Thursday at 3pm and the fee for the course is $45 (and this includes some delicious Med dishes!). Call the Polk Extension today to reserve your spot (828/894-8218) OR use our online registration link: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=cklwvrpab&oeidk=a07efwj2ke621bb3207

https://www.facebook.com/events/412063402664480/?event_time_id=412063422664478

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=2311762478858256

What could be better for a Valentines Day date night than French Broad chocolate and great craft beer? Complimentary champagne will also be offered while supplies last!

Pairings:

Fresh Raspberry Truffle – Asheville Brewing Love Ninja

Coffee Caramel – Catawba Evening Joe

Vanilla Bourbon Caramel – Pisgah Chocolatized

Strawberry Balsamic Truffle w/ Coconut Cream Ganache – Cider or Ginger Beer (TBA)

Tickets can also be purchased in person in advance w/ a few tickets available day of.

https://www.facebook.com/events/803972903279297/

Come in to enjoy creating memories with us during a time that your dollars go farther! Half-off games and attractions after 4pm. See y’all soon!

https://www.facebook.com/events/582585695548471/?event_time_id=582585705548470

Thursdays are Jazz and Wine night! Come enjoy an evening of 1$ off wine specials, live Jazz from 6-8pm, and delicious food by Food Stop Food Truck!

https://www.facebook.com/events/2305712789446907/?event_time_id=2305712802780239

February 8 – 17 Ice Skating at the Festival Grounds!
Monday-Friday from 4 – 8pm, Saturday & Sunday from noon – 8pm, Adults $8 and Kids $5
Sessions are 45 minutes on the hour with skates included, the last session will be at 7pm, there is a limit of 40 skaters per session and skating is first-come/first serve!
* Kids Skate Free on Monday, February 11th!
*Special Family Skate for $20 on Wednesday, February 13th!
A Concession Stand will be available along with a 9 Hole Mini Golf Course, Yard Games including Ladder Ball, Giant Connect 4, Giant Jenga, Pipe Ball, Bottle Ring Toss and Can Toss, plus a Bounce House!

https://www.facebook.com/events/221757075442697/?event_time_id=221757098776028

25% OFF Mighty Meaty or Veggie Meatloaf on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 4-6pm, during the month of February!!!

https://www.facebook.com/events/704049793329322/?event_time_id=704049813329320

WEDNESDAY
5pm Teen Contemporary with Melvin
$50 4 week series. Starts Jan. 9

THURSDAY
4pm Kids Hip Hop Series with Lisa
Semester runs 1/17/19 – 5/16/19
$50/month or $160/semester

5pm Teen Hip Hop Series with Lisa
Semester runs ​1/17/19 – 5/16/19
$50/month or $160/semester

https://www.facebook.com/events/368264583936462/?event_time_id=368264647269789

We’re so excited to announce that we’ll be celebrating Valentine’s Day with Blooms on Tap!

Birdie (the ??) will be loaded up with beautiful Blooms and setup inside the winery! Yup, she’s so cute and little she can be driven right thru the double doors.

To cover all your bases for the day we’re offering a $40 ticket sale that will include:

✔︎Wine – a delicious carafe of your choice
✔︎Flowers – a beautiful Itty Bitty Bouquet
✔︎Chocolate – a local favorite artisan box

Just head over to the Valentines page on the Blooms on Tap website to purchase your tickets.

https://www.bloomsontap.com/events/valentines-day-at-pleb-urban-winery

See you on Valentine’s Day!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1769355346503483/

Come celebrate our one year anniversary with us! All sparkling & champagne bottles 25% off including macrons for your entire party.

Thank you Asheville for making this a year to remember. Let’s do it again next year!

https://www.facebook.com/events/411972619541535/

For $40 per person, enjoy a delicious 4-course meal — including a champagne cocktail and amuse bouche — at the Ale House. No reservations necessary! Come celebrate your love with us on this special day.

https://www.facebook.com/events/644178146040016/

Looking for a fun place to spend Valentines Day at? We’ve got you covered!!

We have the amazing Kim from Asheville Fairy Hair; styling sparkles 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.

We have a food truck available

Also a very lovable new beer release! It’s so delicious it’ll melt your heart.

https://www.facebook.com/events/542768349537002/

Valentines Day Dinner for two to include, two steaks, two side salads, two Baked Potatoes and a bottle of House Wine. First come first serve.

https://www.facebook.com/events/544156819407666/

Come Sip and Sparkle with us with Craft beer and Fairy Hair Sparkles!
Sign up here to reserve your spot and for more information:
http://bit.ly/dryfallsfeb

https://www.facebook.com/events/2052581821523514/

230-DAY LIFESTYLE REBOOT

Hit the Reset Button and Transform your Mind, Body and Soul for 2019!

By committing to a regular practice of self dedication and awareness for 30 days, you will set the tone for the year to come and create a positive change. Reset and Transform!

Program Includes:

Two Yoga Classes per week
Join any two classes (yoga or meditation) at Fusion each week during the Reboot.

Goal Setting & Vision Boarding with Mary Abranyi
Tuesday, January 15th at 5:30 p.m.

This workshop will open the Reboot and get you thinking about where you’ve been and where you want to go with life at home and work, with family and friends, health and fitness, wealth and travel, plus much, much more. Participants should bring a minimum of three magazines and a pair of scissors. All other supplies will be supplied.

Creating & Maintaining Healthy Eating Habits
with Dr. Resa Johnson
Thursday, January 17th at 12:15 p.m. (Lunch Served)

We will discuss how a change in mindset can alter your relationship with food, the power that food has to either hinder or enhance our health, and what choices are best for your body. It’s not a one size fits all yo-yo diet, it’s a lifestyle full of choices and self-control. This session will assist in guiding you through the Reboot and beyond.

Meditation for Transformation with Lindsay Heller
Sunday, January 20th at 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

In learning to sit quietly, students will begin to identify patterns of behavior, learn the power of returning to center and build tools to manage the truth of the present moment, becoming witness to your true self without judgement and negativity.

Energy Awareness & Self-Care with Rhonda Lanier
Saturday, January 26th at 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

This foundation class is designed to help you better understand “What Energy Is”. It will give you the tools to learn how to know if what you are feeling is your energy or someone else’s. You will also learn fundamental exercises and practices to keep your energy field strong with healthy boundaries.

Self-Massage for Stress Reduction & Pain Relief with Mary Abranyi
Tuesday, February 5th at 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

This class will focus on the feet, lower back, neck and shoulders, areas known for holding stress and pain. Using focused breathing and therapy balls, participants will be guided through a one hour series designed to teach each student how to listen to their body and respond in a way that is healing and allows the student to take control of their body. Each participant will receive a pair of therapy balls to take home and use when needed.

Group Pot Luck & Recipe Share with Mary Abranyi
Wednesday, February 13th at 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

Private Facebook Group with Support and Inspiration, Daily Videos, Informational Links, Recipes, and Discount Coupons for Massage, Chiropractic Session, Reiki Healing, and Private Yoga.

Success is a mindset…set your mind to succeed in 2019!

Cost $350
Register online at www.CashiersValleyFusion.com/Events

https://www.facebook.com/events/388045912000781/

MONDAY
5pm Bellydance 101 with Olivia Blahowsky
$14 drop in or class card

6pm Bellydance Hip Hop Fusion with Lisa Zahiya
$50 4 week series. Starts Feb. 4

TUESDAY
6pm Bellydance 1 with Lisa Zahiya
$90 8 week series. Starts Feb 12

7pm Bellydance 2 with Lisa Zahiya
$90 8 week series. Starts Feb 12

8pm Bellydance Specialty Series with Lisa Zahiya: Dancing with the Stars
$50 4 week series. Starts Feb. 5

THURSDAY
5pm Bellydance Fitness with Emily Nowels
$10 drop in or class card​ or Bellydance card
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6pm Bellydance Drills with Emily Nowels
$14 drop in, class card, or Bellydance card

7pm Bellydance 1.5 Choreography with McKinley Quincey
$50/4 week series. Starts Feb.7

8pm Fantasy Fusion Choreography with Olivia Blahowsky
$50/4 week series. Starts Feb.7

https://www.facebook.com/events/398426467630819/?event_time_id=398426487630817

Come grab a burger, side and a year round brew for $12 every Thursday starting November 1st. From 5-8PM you can get this special deal from The Hungry Ghost. Join in on #BGtrivia @ 6:30PM for a night of fun and food.
Beer options include:
IPA
Pale Ale
LAGA (Light American Golden Ale)
English Porter
Grapefruit IPA
Mango IPA

https://www.facebook.com/events/353635038713926/?event_time_id=353635082047255

Introducing our newest weekly entertainment – Canned Heat. An all-vinyl DJ night with Death Jam Jasper. Every genre. Every artist. Every Thursday. Super chill.

BONUS – two rotating beers will be on sale for $3/pint all day, every Thursday.

https://www.facebook.com/events/238186547045957/?event_time_id=294846018046676

Every Thursday night (5-8pm) in February at Creekside Taphouse we will donate 10% of proceeds to Our Voice. Dine with us and help Our Voice spread their word. Check them out at www.ourvoicenc.org

https://www.facebook.com/events/2295719714035180/?event_time_id=2295719720701846

A boutique food truck serving up gourmet comfort food.

www.olivecateringcompany.com

https://www.facebook.com/events/569178470216359/

Enjoy Prime Rib and your choice of two sides each, a split of Champagne and a dessert to share AND two tickets to The Strand to see An Affair To Remember! Movie starts at 7:30pm. Call for reservations, 828-454-5400

https://www.facebook.com/events/354714022016569/