Calendar of Events

If you’re in the exploratory stages of starting your own farm, this entry-level workshop is designed just for you. You will receive practical, common-sense information on sustainable farming and how to move forward.

– Learn about sustainable farming careers in Western North Carolina.
– Discover and assess your resources, skills and farming intentions.
– Begin to develop an educational plan toward farming.
– Connect with regional training opportunities and support networks.
– Prioritize your next steps toward your farming goals.
– Hear from experienced farmers running successful farms in WNC.

https://www.facebook.com/events/327956327938365/

The annual Holiday Fair kicks off the Christmas shopping season in the Upstate. The Holiday Village area is for crafters, and the Christmas Bazaar area is for commercial/retailers and crafters, and people with a mix of products. This show is juried on the Holiday Village (crafter side).

https://www.facebook.com/events/2194188284161948/

Makers of the Southern Highland Craft Guild are selling their 2018 inventory in the Folk Art Center’s auditorium from 10am-4pm. Choose from a variety of gift items including ceramics, jewelry, fiber wearables, paper, glass and wood from 10-50% off retail.

The sale provides members a market in which they can cycle out remaining 2018 product to begin the new year with a fresh start. More than 30 makers participate each weekend – so plan on coming to both for best selection!

Exhibitor List:
Anne Elizabeth Freels, cornshuck dolls
Betsy Gray, pottery
David Crandall, wooden dovetail boxes
Diana Gillispie, ceramic tiles
Doug Dacey, pottery
Doug McCubbins, leather goods
EdandKate Coleman, pottery
Ellie Kirby, prints & cards
Erica Stankwytch Bailey, jewelry
Greg Magruder/ Magruder Glass, stained glass
Ivan Ivanoff, leather goods
Janet Taylor, batik scarves
Jennythreads by Jen Swearington, fiber wearables
Jim Cornell, pottery
John Turner, raku pottery
Jude Stuecker/ Jude Stuecker, fiber wearables
Laurel Horton, fiber goods
Leslie Owens, fiber wearbles
Linda Azar, jewelry
Lynne Fiorenza, beaded jewelry
Marlow Gates, brooms
Maud Boleman / Black Mountain Studios, pottery
Meghan Bernard, pottery
Paula Bowers Hotvedt, fiber wearables
Rachelle Davis, jewelry
Ruthie Cohen, jewelry
Shelby Mihalevich / SMetalDesigns, jewelry & knives
Steven Forbes-deSoule / Raku Ceramics by Steven Forbes-desoule, raku pottery
Susan Taylor, basketry
Thomas M Bauman & Pat Bauman, jewelry
Troy Lynn Amastar, pottery
Walt Cottingham, wooden birdhouses

https://www.facebook.com/events/292355818035452/

HOLIDAY SWAG WORKSHOP – Make & Take

Saturday, Dec. 1….from 10-11:30 am

With Ruth Gonzalez

Make your own Holiday Swag using festive natural materials. In this hands-on workshop, Ruth Gonzalez will demonstrate step-by-step how to make your swag and help you create a beautiful holiday decoration that will add a warm welcome to your home throughout the holiday season. We will use a beautiful mix of fresh-cut greenery & pinecones, and embellish the swag with a holiday bow. Workshop cost is $24 + tax and includes all the materials you need to make your Holiday Swag – a variety of greenery, pinecones and bow.

Please bring your own clippers and scissors if you have them. You are welcome to bring additional embellishments from home if you wish. We look forward to a fun-filled workshop!

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Join the Transylvania Farmers’ Market as we kick off our first day of winter hours (10am to 12pm) with a HOLIDAY FEST that includes… a visit from Santa!!!

We’ll have free treats, activities for kids, and loads of vendors with great local produce & products… and lots of great holiday shopping! Plus… bring your camera and we’ll help you take fabulous photos with Santa… all at no charge!

Our Holiday Fest starts at 10am (no sales before, please so we can get vendors set up!) and Santa will be arriving around 10:15am. Bring your kids, your friends, your pets… we can help you create a great memory!

The Transylvania Farmers Market is located in Brevard, NC, and can be found just off East Main Street behind Comporium at the corner of Johnson and Jordan Streets. Winter market runs from December through April from 10am to 12pm. Visit the website at TransylvaniaFarmersMarket.com and follow the Market on facebook and instagram for regular updates.

https://www.facebook.com/events/215799509314402/

When reflecting on the current state of the environment, it seems that we have entered into times of seismic sorrows. Carbon emissions, water pollution, fracking, and changing climate patterns all point to a troubling reality with serious consequences for human and non-human populations. Through weavings, installations, sculpture, and print, artists Rena Detrixhe and Tali Weinberg (Tulsa, OK) explore the complex relationship between humans and the planet, offering insights, expressing grief, and creating space for resilience and change.

In Time of Seismic Sorrows is curated by Marilyn Zapf and organized by the Center for Craft. The Center for Craft is supported in part by the N.C. Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.

The South has always been home to a blend of cultures — from Native Americans here by 14,000 years ago to Europeans 500 years ago, followed by Africans forced to migrate. By 1500, cultures in the South included Creek, Cherokee, Catawba, Choctaw, Chitimacha, and Coushatta, from Europe English, Scottish, Irish, and German, and Africans from Senegal to Congo. Baskets were integral in daily life, as agricultural equipment for gathering, sifting, storing, and serving the finished product or as receptacles for tools, clothes, sacred objects, and even infants.

Initially each culture had its own preferred basket material and method of manufacture — twilled rivercane for Native Americans, plaited oak for Europeans, and coiled grasses for Africans. Interaction between groups spurred adaptations to changing circumstances, such as the use of white oak by the Cherokee in the 1800s, as rivercane stands were decimated by European settlements. Native Americans also adopted the European picnic, flower, egg, and market baskets to sell in the 20th-century art market. Native and European Americans wove honeysuckle into baskets after 1854, when introduced from Japan. By the 17th century African Americans discovered bulrush along the coasts, coiling it into large, round “fanners” to winnow rice. Later bulrush was one medium among sweetgrass, pine needles, and palmetto, giving rise to the name “sweetgrass baskets” along the coast.

Baskets were woven not only for use in the fields and homes or for sale in art galleries but also as a connection to ancestors and spirits, as designs were said to come from inside one’s head, from memories of one’s mother’s motifs, or from the Creator. Indeed, working with one’s hands in nature to gather materials and to form them into a basket was considered spiritually and physically healthy, becoming a part of the practice of occupational therapy around World War I.

Today, basketweavers in the South from all three traditions are teaching the next generation to continue this art. Artists from across the region work with old and new materials in old and new forms, innovating for their legacy, for art’s sake, and for political causes, as embodied in the varied vessels in this gallery and epitomized in the virtuosic miniature examples in the case at right.

In this workshop, each participant will create a set of four hand-made wooden coasters using the art of parquetry. A finely crafted set of coasters, made by you, would make a wonderfully thoughtful gift for the holidays!

In parquetry, the artisan uses pieces of solid wood, 1/8″ thick or thicker, to form geometric patterns, which are then inlaid upon a craft-quality ply backing board. The geometric patterns are defined by the various colors of differing wood species; no stains, paints or dyes are used.

Each participant will be invited to create their own design, choosing from hundreds of pre-cut pieces of wood. The final product will be sanded, and a protective finish applied, so your coasters will be finished and ready to enjoy at home.

All tools and materials will be supplied by the artist, including an impressive range of wood species, many rare and unusual.

ABOUT THE ARTIST
David Adler is a third generation woodworker, who began working with wood as an art form in 2000. A retired manufacturing engineer, David found himself drawn to developing novel techniques for manipulating wood, and mastering the unique tools and mechanisms used for parquetry. He works with over 170 different species of wood, and finds visual inspiration from his wife, who is a quilter.

Instructor: David Adler
Skill Level: Beginner
Ages: 16+
Media: Mixed hard woods
​Fee: $60 (materials included)

https://www.facebook.com/events/1887178778003014/

Over a hundred regional artisans have their handmade on display for sale in this folk and heritage craft show. The show has everything from quilters to soap makers, basket makers, leather craftsmen, master jewelers and more. Started in 1987, the event has grown every year and now takes place at Western Carolina University’s Ramsey Center in Cullowhee, North Carolina. Children under 12 free & free parking.

https://www.facebook.com/events/217373352220720/?event_time_id=217373365554052

Mini Photo sessions with Father Christmas. Sessions are suitable for children, small families, couples and friendly pets. Simple gazebo setting with Santa in vintage style. Santa will be carrying an olde world sack of vintage style toys. Set will include vintage items that may include carved walking staff, lanterns, wooden toys, old christmas style ornaments, christmas tree and vintage love seat. Sessions will be $25 each. Call 864-426-4744 for details or to schedule your appointment.

Olde World Village Shoppe will have unique christmas and gift items. Shoppe will include jewelry, vintage christmas ornaments, wooden and fabric crafts, handmade pet items and much more. If you are interested in being a vendor please contact Daylily staff at 864-426-4744 for details.

https://www.facebook.com/events/715457728812304/

The opportunities for writers to publish can be very confusing. Self-publishing, vanity press, co-operative publishing, traditional publishing – what are the options and choices? And how will the choice you make affect your own writing career? In this
workshop we’ll look at the various publishing models, their pros and cons, and determine which ones would suit the needs of each student in the class.

Krawiec has been involved in the publishing scene since the 1970s. He is founder of Jacar Press, which was named one of the year’s best by review journals in Canada and the U.S. His own work appears in the U.S. and abroad.

Registration is $70 for members, $75 for non-members. Meets Saturday, December 1st, from 10am-4pm.

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During Purple Crayon’s Open House (which occurs the 1st Saturday of every month from 10 AM-12 PM), the public can access the studio, see what our members are creating, and ask questions of the owner. Come check us out!

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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!

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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/

November is Coders!
Coders learn real-world coding skills that software developers use every day. Go from true beginner to creating games in Scratch, all while having a blast along the way!

Coders – Saturdays, November 3, 10, 17, Dec. 1

Saturday Kids Club Details:
Saturdays 10 a.m. – noon
One Saturday: $19
Save with all four Saturdays + a Zaniac t-shirt! $69

SIGN UP HERE: https://www.zaniaclearning.com/asheville/programs/saturday-kids-club/

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We’re back this holiday season popping up at the Asheville Masonic Temple!

Shop our festive 20-day pop up shop featuring some of the area’s best in handmade and vintage. We’ve curated goods featuring over 125 local & indie makers, designers, and vintage wares including clothing, jewelry, decor, greeting cards, and more. You’re sure to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list!

HOLIDAY POP UP SHOP
Open November 30 – December 19
10am-8pm everyday
The Asheville Masonic Temple
80 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801

OPENING PARTY
Saturday, December 1 | 6-9pm
Join us Saturday evening for our Opening Party, December 1st from 6-9pm and enjoy complimentary Bhramari Brewing Co beer, sweet bites, live music, and fairy hair.

SPECIAL EVENTS
Saturday, December 1 | 12-7pm
Take a timeless portrait with Revelry Tintype

Sundays, December 2, 9, and 16 | 1-3pm
Take some time for your self during this busy season with a relaxing chair massage with LMBT Massage by Amy Gallagher Massey

For more details and a full list of vendors visit: https://www.showandtellpopupshop.com/

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Create a needle felted snowman! Irene heckel is returning to FENCE to teach this wonderful holiday class. No experience is necessary. This class is $67 per person. All supplies are included in the class fee. Space is limited- call FENCE at 828-859-9021 to register.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1827103030722133/

SOLD OUT: email [email protected] to be placed on the waitlist!
FreeBody’s licensed and registered LMBTs have been studying Trigger Point Therapy under Cat Matlock, and are fully trained to address back pain, and they are ready to help you! Don’t miss this opportunity for low cost, high quality work!

https://www.facebook.com/events/976292015892519/

WNCAP and the Asheville Masonic Temple present portions of the AIDS Memorial Quilt the week leading up to World AIDS Day. Come witness this moving display of humanity in the face of tragedy. Free and open to all.

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WNCAP and the Asheville Masonic Temple present portions of the AIDS Memorial Quilt the week leading up to World AIDS Day. Come witness this moving display of humanity in the face of tragedy. Free and open to all.

https://www.facebook.com/events/322742851840686/?event_time_id=322742865174018

The first class in Access Consciousness is The Bars®. There are 32 points on your head which, when gently touched, effortlessly and easily release anything that doesn’t allow you to receive. It’s like hitting the delete button on your computer. All of the thoughts, feelings, and emotions that keep you stuck, that keep you repeating the same patterns in your life over and over again, are released.

During this class you will give 2 and receive 2 Bars® sessions. There will be a complete manual review. There will also be a viewing of a video with the founders demonstrating how to run Bars®. You will also learn 2 other body processes besides the Bars®. There will be a break for lunch. Since you get just as much out of giving Bars®, over these eight hours you will experience the amazing energy like having your bars run four times.

https://youtu.be/p2axqedXMnw

If it is the first time that you have taken this class, the investment is $350. If it is your second or any other subsequent time taking it, the investment is $175.

Once you complete the class, you are a certified Access Bars practitioner. This also participate in Bars Exchanges all over the world! How does it get any better than that!

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Join us for the 2nd annual Tis the Season Christmas Market!
FREE ENTRY
December 1st 2018
10-4
Come get your shopping started early and support local business!
Over 50 vendors!
More details to come!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1839356512767653/

Visit Mica and Mica artist members for the finest of contemporary craft, everything from sculpture, to scarves, to ornaments, to mugs, and paintings. Special for the Tour, visit Mica for a custom fitting with artists Liz Spears and Neal Howard with their elegant handmade clothing.

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Enjoy a visit to Christmas pasts from the 1840s to the 1890s. Each room contains antique and reproduction decorations and traditions. Four live trees, one of which will be decorated with traditional Appalachian decorations, hand made by our SMH over History club.
Admission at the door $9 adults, $5 children/students, free for WNC Historical Association members and A-B Tech students.
Group tours may be requested at 828-253-9231
Special 12 Days of Christmas Scavenger Hunt for children.

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Local artisans offer a variety of beautiful arts & crafts for your holiday shopping pleasure. Attend our opening reception on Friday evening (5-8:30pm) for special offers, music, and refreshments, or come during the day on Saturday, Dec. 1, 10am-5pm! Learn more: http://wellcraftedgift.com

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Join us for craft and community!

Hands-on crafts for kids
Warm food and drink
Local artisan vendors (contact us if interested!)
Puppet show
and more!

There will also be a room set up to learn more about Waldorf Education and see our student’s lovely work.

more info to come

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Raise the vibration with HOT beats, dynamic yoga + Buti BLISS! ?? Empower your SATURDAY with Buti Yoga!

This Saturday, Dec 1, Heather Miller ૐ is bringing it! Come allow your energy to flow freely in an encouraging circle!

Cortney Conley will be teaching Dec. 8, 22, 29!
Dec. 15, we will be taking the morning off so we can all Buti at the Smokin’ Booties CBD + Yoga Class at 4:20pm!!!! (All other Saturday classes will be on!)

Buti Yoga draws on primal energy to combine yoga asana, dance + plyometrics to an incredible playlist. Shake, Spiral, smack the mat, and discover the cure is within!

✨ ✨ ✨ ALL LEVELS welcome + celebrated AS YOU ARE to connect & thrive! NO experience needed!

➳ 60 minutes of movement

➳ $12 drop in/ Pre-register on Mindbody app- Primal Studios to reserve your space + speed up the sign in process!

➳ Bring your yoga mat OR we have Buti Yoga B-aligned mats for your use.

➳ Our Studio is in the same building as Tribe Dance & Pole at 457 N. Louisiana Ave. in West Asheville

✨ Primal Studios is a Yoga/Buti Yoga/Movement studio that inspires you to move outside your comfort zone, and connect & thrive in the community as we evolve together! Visit us at 457 N. Louisiana Ave. in West Asheville, right inside the TRIBE Dance & Pole building! www.primalstudiosasheville.com ✨

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Join Brenda as she talks and demonstrates how to make beautiful outside container arrangements to add cheer to your home & holiday. After the seminar, make & take tables will be available for you to assemble your personal design to take home (tables will be available until Christmas). Empty containers will be available for purchase or feel free to bring your own. Live Evergreen cuttings, Red Twig Branches, Berries, Wreaths, Garland & Trees will be available. There are two time options for the talk, 11am & 2pm, please sign up by emailing [email protected] and don’t forget to include the time slot you desire. We look forward to seeing you.

https://www.facebook.com/events/257552978290456/?event_time_id=257552991623788

Join us Saturday December 1st for a day celebrating ducks! Discover the many species of duck that call Western North Carolina home during the winter months with a guided tour of several local lakes.

We will meet 11:00 at the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary for a short birding walk. After Beaver Lake we will leave to explore two other local lakes. The location of these lakes will be decided that day, based on what ducks are located where. All locations will be within a 15-30 minute drive from Beaver Lake.

We will have a 15 passenger van available for families on a first come, first serve basis. The van will return to Beaver Lake around 2:30. You can also choose to meet us at Beaver Lake, get a copy of the our schedule and meet us at one or all locations. We will not have access to inside facilities, so please dress for a chilly day of birding and bring a packed lunch.

This event FREE and all ecoEXPLORERS who attend will receive 5 extra points!

https://www.facebook.com/events/334920923958693/

Fire has always been the center of camp life! There’s something magical and mesmerizing about those flickering flames. Join Survival Sherpa to learn all things fire. Training will include science of fire, the nature of fire, ignition sources, fire construction, and wet-weather fire-building trips. This class will be hands on. Girls will have the opportunity to use a two-person bow drill and to participate in a one-match fire-building challenge. (Event for Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors.)

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