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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This is happening next week, every week, for the whole month of FEBRUARY!
Classes are $10.00 per person per class. Take one class a week or take them all
I’m the dance teacher teaching these events. Please text your full names and what classes/dates/times work for you to 828-316-1344 to rsvp.
Pay $10.00 at the door OR RSVP to save money and guarantee you a spot! Each class is limited to 20 people. Once the class has 20 students we will not accept any others due to the class room size.
Mondays at Folkmoot Center
6pm-7pm Foxtrot and Waltz
7pm-8pm Cha Cha and Rumba
Tuesdays at Laurel Ridge Country Club
3pm-3:50pm Rumba and Salsa
4pm-4:50pm S. Time Swing and Foxtrot
6pm-7:30pm Waltz and Foxtrot
Wednesdays at Waynesville Wellness
6:30pm-8pm East Coast Swing
Thursdays at Laurel Ridge Country Club
3pm-3:50pm Rumba and Salsa
4pm-4:50pm S. Time Swing and Foxtrot
Thursdays 6pm-8:00pm
Practice Dance every Thursday in February and March. Only available to people taking group classes and members. No partner needed. $10.00 per person for non members. Members $5.00
If you would like to sign up and rsvp for one or more of these classes please contact Ryan Sechser by calling 828-316-1344.
My three Dads! So who is the real Dad in this picture? All three turn up for a wedding, and find out they may be the father of the bride…
Guy Winker, Chris Tinkler and Jordan Wright are getting all paternal as the “Mamma Mia” plot unfolds. You can get your tickets for this fabulous show opening February 14 at the Tryon Fine Arts Center.
Tickets are available on TLT’s website: www.tltinfo.org, or by calling 828-859-2466.
https://www.facebook.com/events/638739203206951/
We LOVE our community & our customers! Thursday, February 14, EVERYONE saves 10% off of your entire purchase!*
*excludes beer, Co+op Deals, Co+op Basics & cannot be combined with any other offer: Go Local, Worker Bee, Ownership Shares, Gift Card Purchase….
https://www.facebook.com/events/1158567974320632/
The Cooperative Extension of Polk County is hosting our annual berry plant sale. This year, the Cooperative Extension director has chosen four varieties of blueberries, two varieties of raspberries, two varieties of strawberries, and one blackberry variety that have proven to specifically thrive in the North Carolina Foothills.
Orders will be accepted for plants now through February 22 and will be available for pickup in mid-March. Proceeds from this fundraiser go to support the activities, classes, and research that make the Cooperative Extension such a vital part of the Polk County community. For more information or to place an order, visit the Extension’s website at https://polk.ces.ncsu.edu or give us a call at 894-8218.
Download the Order Form HERE: https://polk.ces.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/2019-Berry-Plant-Order-Form-Writeable.pdf?fwd=no
https://www.facebook.com/events/393022604782447/?event_time_id=393022688115772
Menninger’s Susan Nelson, MS, will attend.
For more information, visit: www.schoolconnections.org.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2301086410131941/
Join our parent crew meeting to find out about events, fundraising, how you can help with recruitment, and support our school. We have lots of fun supporting our school.
https://www.facebook.com/events/989164137960231/
No date this Valentine’s Day? No worries. We have got you covered!!
We have numerous dogs who are looking for a date this Valentine’s day. They are hoping this will turn into a long term commitment, but just a short fling is okay too! Our dogs are looking for someone who has some time to take them on a walk and maybe share a cookie with them? Or steak? We will have our eligible bachelor and bachelorettes dating profiles uploaded next week so you can see who would be the best match for you for the day! If you have time to come down to the shelter to meet our crew between now and then, that would be great also!
This will take place Feb. 14th. You will pick up your date between 9:30am and 11:00am and return to the shelter by 3:00pm that afternoon.
Don’t worry….for all you cat lovers we will also have a photo booth set up so you can have your photo made with our adoptable cats and maybe spend some time playing and brushing them!
Please share so every one gets a chance to have a wonderful Valentine’s Day!
https://www.facebook.com/events/412382669506774/
The calendar says winter, but did you know that spring is just a few months away? There’s no time like the present to get prepared for the future – a future in bright colors, shorts and dresses, and blouses and short-sleeved shirts. It’s even better when you can save A LOT.
Head out to the Little Red Schoolhouse, located behind the Original Mast Store in Valle Crucis, to stock up on shorts, shirts, and more for Spring Break and all the other warmer days to come.
Here’s the full scoop:
• Salesman Samples are 70% OFF (limited sizes)
• Other apparel is an Additional 20% OFF the last red-lined price
• Shoes are priced as marked
**Size runs may not be available in all merchandise. Selection includes items for men and women.**
The Schoolhouse is open Monday – Saturday 10 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. and Sunday noon until 6 p.m.
https://www.facebook.com/events/495934130936987/?event_time_id=495934140936986
Want to spice things up on Valentine’s Day? Come to Rocky’s and enjoy Two Tender Plates with choice of soup or salad + 2 desserts for $35.
https://www.facebook.com/events/395670537875141/
We are supporting Bounty & Soul’s work providing healthy food for our local community by providing them with metal silverware for their food sampling events. These wiill prevent the wastage and expense of disposable spoons and forks.
Bounty & Soul provide samples of delicious plant based foods and education for those members of the community who are receiving donated healthy food. Rather than use plastic spoons and forks for the demonstrations and sampling, Bounty & Sould are finding ways to be more green and sustainable, and we want to help.
We are aiming to collect 80 sets of metal or durable bamboo small spoons and forks through the month of February. Please bring washed used or new silverware to our store and enjoy our thanks and a browse and a cup of fair trade coffee.
https://www.facebook.com/events/618459661957593/?event_time_id=618459708624255
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/789533238046693/?event_time_id=789533388046678
For the first time in a long time, Maggie Valley will be hosting a skating rink at the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds! Open dates are tentative to change. Due to variable temperature changes during the season, the surface will be synthetic and available to enjoy in even warm days.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1217442365076320/?event_time_id=1217442421742981
Claudia McClean, is an amazing artist with her gorgeous colors in dying beautiful yarns for knitters, crocheters and weavers. She will be visiting us on Valentines Day with a large sampling of her hand painted yarns. There will be wool, cotton, silk and blends. Treat yourself on Valentines Day to some delicious yarns for your next project! Mark your calendars!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2127666747272364/
Share an intimate moment with your sweetie on top of the Rock, or better yet, in the Opera Box enjoying expansive views. (We’ve had quite a few proposals in the Park over the years; hint, hint!)
Purchase one adult admission ticket and receive a second adult admission ticket free. Coupon required; download from chimneyrockpark.com and present it (in print or on your mobile device) at the Ticket Plaza at time of purchase.
Valid February 14-17, 2019. February weather can be fickle. Be sure to check our website for weather alerts before you visit. If we have inclement weather, the Park may be closed.
https://www.facebook.com/events/346615732788697/?event_time_id=346615742788696
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