Calendar of Events

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.

Learn about the history of Asheville’s riverfront & the mission of RiverLink. If you like history and you appreciate environmental sustainability, this tour is for you! Along the way, we’ll make a stop at a brewery and a restaurant for a bite to eat if you choose. A portion of the ticket price is donated to RiverLink to support their efforts to protect and enhance the French Broad River. $45 per person.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1746323645416079/?event_time_id=1746323655416078

Pack your bags, it’s time to be Spiritaneous. On September 6th, we’re giving away round-trip tickets for two to sunny Tampa, Florida. To win:

Pack your bags ?

Come to the Asheville Regional Airport on Sept. 6th, from 11am to 12pm

Head to the Spirit ticket counter ?

If selected, you and a loved one fly out immediately to Tampa, Florida! ✈️

Your hotel is on us – 3 nights ?️

The relaxation is free, too ?

Let the vacation begin.

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Chihuly at Biltmore represents the first art exhibition in Biltmore’s historic gardens, and the first garden exhibition of Dale Chihuly’s works in North Carolina. The world-renowned American artist’s work is included in more than 200 museum collections worldwide, and now, for a limited time only, they can be seen at Biltmore.

We invite you to immerse yourself in this unique visual experience, an absolute must-see presentation of unparalleled artistic expression.

Dazzling in daylight, the exhibition takes on an entirely new dimension when viewed after nightfall; experience the brilliance and beauty of these awe-inspiring marvels of color, form, and light.

Have you ever wanted to scale up the size of your work, but weren’t sure how? The sky is the limit in this class, so let’s go big! Join Mac McCusker as you learn to make large, freestanding floor vases with slabs and coils. You can then theme your piece by adding imagery to the leather hard clay. Demonstrations will include experimenting with carving, additive methods, surface design, sgraffito, underglazes, and the use of decals to achieve a visually stunning finished piece. All skill levels are welcome.

Level: All Levels
Tuition: $255 + $35 Lab Fee

Visitors to Grovewood Village will have the opportunity to learn the story of Biltmore Industries on a guided history tour, offered Wednesday – Saturday at 1pm during April – November. The tour includes a visit to Biltmore Industries’ production facility (aka Dye House), where guests can peek into the past and view the original looms, carding machines, spinning mule and dye vats used to make the famed Biltmore Handwoven Homespun.

The tours last approximately 45 minutes and operate on a first-come, first-served basis, open to 25 people. There is no charge to take the tour, but donations are appreciated. Tours begin at the Homespun Museum in Grovewood Village, where a docent will give a detailed overview of Biltmore Industries’ historic importance before leading guests into the 100-year-old Dye House (usually closed to the public).

Private group tours are also offered for a fee and should be scheduled at least one week in advance.

Oak and Grist Distilling Company is celebrating the release of their first bottling of whiskey at their Black Mountain Distillery. This will be the first in a series of issuances over the next two years. No release in the series will exceed 2,500 bottles. Each whiskey in this series was brewed, fermented, distilled, and aged at the distillery, using 100% malted barley from Riverbend Malt House in Asheville. Each release will have a unique aroma and flavor, as they will be from varying cask types and barrel treatments. The series from Oak and Grist will showcase and share how their spirits interact with the barrels over time.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1164594653709646/

Beginner Wheel Throwing with Cayce Kolstad

Tuesdays 3-5:30pm
August 28- October 2

With an emphasis on ceramic tableware, this class is a perfect introduction to throwing on the potter’s wheel. We will explore the fundamental forms of functional pottery and work towards altering them to make cups, mugs, bowls and more. We will also cover the basics of glazing in order to create food safe pots you can use at home.

Level: Beginner and Seasoned Beginner
Tuition: $235 + $35 Lab Fee

1st and 3rd Thursdays of the Month through November; 3:30pm-7pm
Love local, seasonal and sustainably produced products? So do we. Join us in supporting local farmers we trust and come by the Earth Market for some awesome produce and goods.

https://www.facebook.com/events/304557683412407/?event_time_id=304557686745740

Another delicious German-style beer to celebrate the Oktoberfest season!

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Come get your cheese on! We’ll be hosted Sweet Cheesus, a food truck specializing in Raclette, a delicious cheese that is melted and served over various items. Gluten Free and Vegan items available!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1020111398150998/

Join us for the 10th Annual Ladies High Tea Party, benefiting the Boys and Girls Club of Henderson County. On Thursday, September 6, hundreds of women from throughout the community will gather at the 1304 Ashe Street in Hendersonville for High Tea, all in support of the children in our community who need us the most. This year’s theme, The Mane Event, will feature a silent auction, hat contest, and community connection celebrating the Club’s vibrant culture of women’s philanthropy.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1862358747394118/

Gin & Tonic- A simple and classic drink perfect for novice drinkers as well as seasoned veterans. Clean, crisp and refreshing, Gin and Tonic is everything you could ask for in a cocktail, so much so we are devoting a whole theme to it. On Thursdays we offer Tonic Thursday’s. We’ll introduce you to a whole new way of drinking G & T with a rotating special each week: A different tonic, a different gin, and so many different garnishes to choose from we’ll just keep searching for that perfect combination and include you in the process.

This Weeks Feature- Basil & Jalapeño Gin & Tonic. Hendricks Gin, Fresh Basil leaves, Jalapeño slices, Fever Tree Indian Tonic Water.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1854973347921154/

Join us on September 6th from 5:00 to 6:30 in the Lipinsky Auditorium on the UNCA campus for our 2nd Annual Community Seed Swap! Please drop in anytime from 5:00 to 6:30 with seeds and stories to trade, and ask any of the seed savers on hand whatever seed and garden questions you might have! Seed saving equipment, demonstrations, and stories about old seed varieties will be happening throughout the event.

Seed saving is a culturally and ecologically important practice that requires much work and care. We want to honor the hard work of seed savers by being mindful and respectful of their craft. This is not an open seed giveaway. The event will be designed to allow for varying participation, including monetary donations in exchange for seeds as well as direct seed exchanges. There will be space for folks who want to bring their own seeds to swap and share.

Following the Seed Swap, please join us for a free public lecture at Lipinsky Auditorium on “Culinary Justice: Defining a Theory of Gastronomic Sovereignty” by Michael Twitty, a culinary historian, living history interpreter, and Judaics teacher from the Washington D.C. area. Twitty is the creator of Afroculinaria, the first blog devoted to African American historic foodways and their legacy. His 2017 book, The Cooking Gene, was recently honored with *two* James Beard Foundation awards for writing and for Book of the Year.
(https://www.facebook.com/events/972221552936669/)

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The Asheville Coworking Crawl is the best kind of road trip, equipped with; short rides, cool friends, big ideas, and local beer! Here you’ll join 70 other local innovators, distruptors, and entrepreneurs during Entrepreneurship Week as we tour 4 of Asheville’s top Coworking spaces;

– 5:00 Meet at Hatch AVL
– 5:15 – 5:45 The Collider
– 6:00 – 6:30 MojoCoworking
– 6:45 – 7:15 Focal Point Coworking
– 7:30 – 8:00 Hatch AVL & Hatchworks Coworking Asheville

THE PLAN:

You can park your car at the Hatch AVL Foundation, located at 45 S French Broad Ave. Asheville, NC 28801, then hop on our GreyLine Trolley at 5:00 PM. We will spend 30 minutes at each of the four locations, where you’ll have the chance to meet other Entrepreneurs, connect with Coworking Leadership, learn more about Member Benefits, and just have a damn good time!

The final stop will be back at Hatch AVL where there will be more food, beer, and the team of Hatch Mentors on-hand to connect with. Bring your business cards, best ideas, and a sense of adventure.

Tickets are $10, must be 21 years old to attend, seating is extremely limited.

PRESENTED BY:

Hatch AVL and Hatchworks Coworking Asheville, in partnership with The Collider, MojoCoworking, and Focal Point Coworking

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Carpooling is encouraged!

Ladies only.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1786820098101915/

A boutique food truck serving up gourmet comfort food.

www.olivecateringcompany.com

https://www.facebook.com/events/280992522727023/

Come join us for Business After Hours — an evening of networking and “tasty bites” from the in-house restaurant, The Woodfire Bar & Grille. There will be an open bar serving craft beer and wine. A cash bar will serve a variety of Well Drinks. Don’t forget your business cards to enter the drawing for door prizes from Chamber member businesses and:
$50 gift certificate to Woodfire Bar & Grille
$25 gift certificate to Woodfire Bar & Grille
One-night stay at the Holiday Inn Biltmore East
Complimentary self-parking is available on-site, but may be limited. Please use the main entrance to enter the hotel. Registration/check-in will be in the lobby.

This event is offered as a benefit for Chamber membership and no registration is necessary. If you’re considering Chamber membership and would like to attend this event we welcome you to come and check us out! Please contact Canio Costanzo at [email protected]

https://www.facebook.com/events/892494574288683/

Join us on September 6th, during the week of Labor Day, to rally for higher wages and celebrate working people by distributing Love Letters to Workers throughout Biltmore Village. Members of the Western Regional Coalition of Raising Wages NC will hold a brief rally on the lawn of the Cathedral of All Souls and then we will move through Biltmore Village distributing Love Letters and sharing information about the campaign to raise the minimum wage in NC.

https://www.facebook.com/events/263494867617636/

Get your workout fix in with Bokwa Dance and Punch & Strike. Bokwa Ambassador Christine and her crew of Bokwa instructors, will lead you through two different Bokwa Fitness formats. This will be 90 minutes of work, play and dance fitness fierceness as we punch and kick our way through an intense, yet easy to follow workout. Bring your water and a sweat towel for this one! $10 online or at the door.

https://www.facebook.com/events/409594056175071/

Couture for a Cause is a truly unique event for artists and designers to participate in a runway competition (Project Runway style) with all proceeds benefiting the Greenville chapter of the American Cancer Society. All fashion will be constructed of recyclable/repurposed materials and modeled on the runway by cancer survivors.

We look forward to the second year of this amazing event and hope that you will join us as a guest, designer or sponsor.

https://www.facebook.com/events/711288015926716/

Every September, Historic Biltmore Village volunteers organize this event to bring attention to beautiful Historic Biltmore Village.

Boston Way is closed off to car traffic and a gorgeous table is set for 100 people to sit, dine, drink and enjoy their evening under the stars. If it rains, guests will be under a tent.

PROCEEDS WILL SUPPORT MANNA FOODBANK

Tickets are $100 per person (to include food and alcohol) and only 100 tickets are available!

Patricipating Restaurants, Winery and Brewery:
Corner Kitchen
Dining Innovations
Red Stag Grill
Rezaz
The Cantina, Historic Biltmore Village
Village Wayside Bar & Grille
The Wine & Oyster
Hi-Wire

Participating Farms:
Hickory Nut Gap
Mills River Creamery
Flying Cloud Farm
Prestige Farms
Sunburst Farms
Cane Creek Creamery

Other Amazing Sponsors:
The Gardner’s Cottage
Edible Asheville
Ecolab

https://www.facebook.com/events/1723448757753726/

Introduction To Modeling The Human Figure with Leonid Siveriver

Thursdays, 6-9pm
August 30- October 4

You’ve asked for it, and this session we are pleased to announce that a live model, figurative sculpture class will be returning to Odyssey ClayWorks! Working from a live model each week, students will hone their understanding of basic anatomy, proportions and the mechanics of movement in 3 dimensions. After first creating multiple fast sketches in clay to work out technique, students will then advance to a longer-term sculpture based on a single pose, with more attention to detail. Please join us for this exciting opportunity to work with decorated sculptor, Leonid Siveriver.

Level: All Levels
Tuition: $255 + $75 Lab and live model fee

Based in Asheville, North Carolina, One Leg Up performs a vibrant mixture of upbeat Gypsy Jazz, Latin, Swing and original jazz compositions.

https://www.facebook.com/events/470974866754259/

FREE PATIO SHOW :: Aurora Whim at The Grey Eagle

Aurora is a sunbeam from Denton Texas. She recorded her first album “Air Born” there with her band the Wit and the Whimsy in 2015. She was trained classically as an opera singer and her powerful voice mixes beautifully with her sweet and sassy Americana style.

https://www.facebook.com/events/241087946575541/

We need your help to reach voters this fall, and we have the perfect training to get you ready!

Interested in ways we can fight the anti-voter amendments on the ballot this fall? Come join this upcoming skills training on how to do outreach related to these amendments – including phonebanking, canvassing, and pledge carding/clipboarding.

Trainings are free and open to any group. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.

WHAT: Skills Training: Amendment Outreach
WHEN: Thursday, September 6, 6:00-7:30 PM
WHERE: Hendersonville Community Co-op (60 South Charleston Lane, Hendersonville 28792)

RSVP to let us know you’ll be there!

For more information, place contact Darlene Azarmi at (828) 216-3430‬ or [email protected]

https://www.facebook.com/events/822883507919453/

Plates and Mugs: Focusing On Surface and Form With Laurie Caffery Harris

Tuesdays, 6:30-9pm
August 28- October 2

These two popular forms offer endless possibilities of expression to the clay artist. In this intermediate level class, we will use the potter’s wheel to create our forms, then focus on creating a unique surface that reflects your individuality. Through demonstrations and practice on our own test tiles, we will cover surface design including mishima (slip inlay), painting, and sgraffito carving. There will also be a heavy emphasis on handle making, as we seek to create forms that are both beautiful, and easy to use.

Level: Intermediate and Advanced
Tuition: $255 + $35 Lab Fee

FREE EVENT!

Did you know that more than 80% of modern Americans have leaky gut syndrome? And did you know that the content of your gut flora is directly related the microbiology of the soil where your food comes?

Join OGS Special Guest Monica Corrado on Thursday evening for a FREE gathering to learn about the human microbiome, gut flora, soil flora, and the importance of these components in our overall health. Monica will discuss optimal nourishment, why we are so depleted, how to incorporate food preparation in your life, and why it all matters.

This bonus lecture will provide context for Monica’s 2-day immersive workshop at the 5th Annual Harvest Conference.

Monica is a teaching chef, Certified Nutrition Consultant, and Certified GAPS Practitioner who will help you understand the importance of gut health.

https://www.facebook.com/events/184235109081618/

Art is life. So, join us to support the Gayle Kemp for State House campaign and take home some beautiful art. Prints, drawings, photography, ceramics, pottery, and jewelry, paintings, and etchings,among other art and crafts.

We will also have some items just for fun to bid on, like a lavender facial or an hour of Energy Work or an in-home pet photography sitting.

Come and enjoy spirited conversations, wonderful art, crafts and other goodies. Light hors d’oeuvres and wine will be served.

https://www.facebook.com/events/263186677686556/

This month, we’ll be having a relaxed, social meeting in lieu of our usual business-heavy grind. We’ll be meeting in the front bar room of The Block (not the back room where we normally meet). We’ll be operating without a fixed agenda- instead we’ll have a light, discussion-oriented meeting focused on getting to know one another better and talk about our visions for the future of Asheville DSA. Like all our meetings, this is open and public, to both members and non-members.

https://www.facebook.com/events/329944404419325/