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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Tuesday, January 15, 2019
Annual Meeting
Jan 15 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Haywood Arts Regional Theatre

HART THEATRE ANNUAL MEETING & VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION

TUESDAY, JANUARY 15 AT 5:30

HART THEATRE

250 PIGEON STREET, WAYNESVILLE, NC 28786

HART Theatre will hold its annual meeting at 5:30 PM on Tuesday, January 15, 2019. The public is invited as well as HART’s many volunteers and actors. Wine and cheese will be served.

The meeting will highlight the many changes at HART this past year and feature highlights from the 2018 season. Volunteers and actors will be recognized for their many hours of help that made the past year so successful.

Steve Lloyd, Executive Director will also be providing details of the exciting upcoming 2019 season.

https://www.facebook.com/events/980277288838370/

Dames in the Kitchen
Jan 15 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Join us at Cúrate for an evening with the North Carolina Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier as part of the Dames in the Kitchen dinner series fundraiser! Chef Katie Button will share her passion for Spanish cuisine through several courses with wine pairings.

https://www.facebook.com/events/316134828986168/

Wednesday, January 16, 2019
Flow & Wine
Jan 16 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Unearthed Yoga

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=1224464744374110

Beer Release: Baby Leif
Jan 16 @ 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Glass Jug Beer Lab

Leif Larson, Son of Lar out of Narnia, was raised to fight the good fight against iHop for The Love of Waffle House. He and his elven warrior princess, Brittany, fight to make sure all Waffle Houses always have coffee and a proper deck of cards at all times of day. To Relax, they make their rounds to The Glass Jug Beer Lab and Beer Study – Durham.

One day, Leif drank too much Event Horizon at Beer Study, then went to The Glass Jug to see Chris, where he accidentally fell into the boil kettle. Thus, a barleywine, Baby Leif, was born.

On January 16th, The Glass Jug and Beer Study Durham will feature Baby Leif on tap. However, only a small amount of Baby Leif will be available, as the rest of Leif is still maturing in bourbon, rum, and apple brandy barrels. Once ready, the barrel-aged version will be released as #BarleywineIsLeif.

Baby Leif is a 9.7% ABV barleywine that is bold and complex with flavors of caramel, toast, and dark fruit that blend perfectly into a very drinkable barleywine that packs a punch. Available on draft at both locations. A limited run of crowlers will be available at The Glass Jug while supplies last.

The first 50 people to purchase a glass of Baby Leif at either location will receive a collectible Leif trading card. These things are going to be hotter than Beanie Babies in the year 1996.

https://www.facebook.com/events/997800540418970/

Wellness Wednesdays
Jan 16 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Mountain Brook Vineyards

Mountain Brook Vinyards is partnering with Yoga 828 for a winter yoga series. Starting on January 9th, Dee O’Brien will be leading an hour of yoga every Wednesday intimately set in our tasting room. Enjoy sweeping views of mountain vistas and the vineyard below while being guided through a beginner friendly series of poses. The class is $20 and includeds a glass of wine. The class begins at 12pm and ends at 1pm. Put your lunch hour to work and join us!

Feel free to purchase your tickets ahead of time, however, walk-ins are welcome.

https://www.facebook.com/events/362167914614739/?event_time_id=362167921281405

German-Austrian Wine Dinner at The Henderson
Jan 16 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
The Henderson

Come taste the wines of Germany and Austria along with the traditional fare from those regions. Chef Michael has a delicious menu planned that will be perfect for these dark & chilly evenings!
Cost is $50 per person plus tax and gratuity.
Please call Wine Sage and Gourmet to reserve your seat!
828-595-2236
MENU:
Caramelized Onion Pretzel Rolls | Caraway Salt, Horseradish Butter
Von Kesselstatt, Pinot Blanc RK (2016) Germany

Cucumber Salad | Onions, Dill, Sour Cream
Loimer, Rosé (2017) Austria

Veal Schnitzel| Winter Greens, Lemon-Pepper Dressing
Stadt Krems, Kremstal Grüner Veltliner (2017) Austria

Beef Goulash | Spätzle
Weingut Paul Achs, Lust & Leben (2016) Austria

Apple Strudel | Puff Pastry, Raisins
Heinz Eifel, Rheinhessen Beerenauslese (2016) Germany

https://www.facebook.com/events/2273188676294699/

Thursday, January 17, 2019
Oysters On The Half Shell (And Champagne!)
Jan 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Battery Park Book Exchange & Champagne Bar

Oysters on the half shell provided by Mother Ocean Market Asheville. The purveyor will be on site to talk oysters and other coastal seafood.

Daydreams of Django will be the evening entertainment with some of Asheville’s best gypsy jazz

Cost of oysters: $2.75 each -OR- $2.50 with the purchase of wine, beer or champagne

Reservations are strongly recommended for those who would like to be seated: [email protected]

https://www.facebook.com/events/357476711499619/

ThirstDay Night: Wine Bottle Succulent Planters
Jan 17 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Wine Sage and Gourmet

Do you love succulent plants?
Do you love wine?

Then this is the event you don’t want to miss!

Learn the basics of planting and caring for your own succulent planter. The Workshop is $40.00 and includes; 3 large healthy and beautiful succulents from our local farm partner, our own blend of succulent’s soil, moss, decorative rock, sand and an upcycled champagne bottle cut by Hooarte with wine cork stabilizers.
No experience necessary, planting can get messy so dress appropriately
Wine Sage & Gourmet will have beer and wine available for purchase. Succulent workshops tend to sell out so be sure to register quick to guarantee your spot.

https://www.facebook.com/events/459985061192903/

Friday, January 18, 2019
Anthony Mossburg
Jan 18 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Bold Rock Mills River

Multi-award-winning singer/songwriter, Anthony Mossburg, will be live at Bold Rock on January 18! His breakthrough song, “Whiskey and Wine”, introduced a new sound to his avid fanbase, and shed a light into his evolution as an artist. The hard work and risks didn’t go unnoticed. Early in 2015, the song broke into the Top 10 on coveted iTunes Singer/Songwriter category.

Check out Anthony’s song, “Whiskey and Wine”, here: https://youtu.be/6EwLEyCCWII

https://www.facebook.com/events/1111021042407581/

Art, Wine, and Jazz Night – Browse and music by Darryl Olivier
Jan 18 @ 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm
The Artisan of Flat Rock

Come enjoy a stroll through our art gallery with local artists and enjoy some beautiful art as well as wine… and music by saxophone player, Darryl Olivier. Art will be for sale; whether you are looking for a large wall piece or a small treasure for that filler spot, we have you covered…. and we have art that will fit any budget.

If you are an artist who would like to display your art at The Artisan of Flat Rock, please message us. We would love to display as much local art as possible.

Also, come see our venue if you are thinking of hosting a special event there…. wedding, birthday party, bachelorette party, etc..

This event is absolutely free and you do not have to be a member to attend.

https://www.facebook.com/events/357530251744266/

Saturday, January 19, 2019
Live music with Hunnilicious
Jan 19 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards

What better way to spend cold Saturday than listening to our favorite Mother Daughter duo! Join us for music by Elaine and Amber, the amazing Hunnilicious team! Warm up by the fire, enjoy your favorite Saint Paul wine!

https://www.facebook.com/events/787753371601619/

AshevilleFairyHair.com at Craft Centric
Jan 19 @ 4:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Craft Centric Brewery

Come get your F~A~I~R~Y H~A~I~R Sparkles!
?Saturday, January 19th 4:00pm-7:30pm
at
Craft Centric
100 Julian Shoals Drive, Arden, NC 28704
Sign up here to reserve your spot:
http://bit.ly/craftcentric

Gators at The Grind Upper Wine Room
Jan 19 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm
The Grind Cafe

The Alligators with some semi-acoustic material to open both sets, Bill V on slide guitar and banjo, and Jake Clapp holding down the bottom followed by Gators’ power-trio blues and classic rock to end each set. Should be a great night!

https://www.facebook.com/events/349954128892346/

Monday, January 21, 2019
Asheville Poetry Series – Mildred K. Barya
Jan 21 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
THE BLOCK off biltmore

Asheville Poetry Series proudly welcomes Mildred Barya for a reading of her poetry at THE BLOCK off biltmore on January 21, 2019. It’s also our annual Martin Luther King Day reading, so please bring your poems and thoughts of peace and equality to share on our open mic.

Doors 7:00 P.M. Reading starts 7:30 P.M. | OPEN MIC after feature reading | Beer, wine, and books sold | $5 donation at door

MILDRED K BARYA enjoys hiking the Appalachian trails along the Blue Ridge Parkway. When she’s not in the mountains, she’s at UNC-Asheville teaching creative writing and literature. Her publications include three poetry collections: Give Me Room to Move My Feet, 2009, The Price of Memory after the Tsunami, 2006, and Men Love Chocolates But They Don’t Say, 2002. She also has short stories and poems in anthologies, journals and magazines such as Tin House, Poets.org site, Asymptote, Prairie Schooner, Per Contra, Northeast Review and Poetry Quarterly. She holds a Ph.D. in English from the University of Denver and blogs at http://mildredbarya.com/

ASHEVILLE POETRY SERIES is a happening for poets and poetry lovers commencing on the third Monday of each month at seven o’clock in the evening at THE BLOCK off Biltmore in downtown Asheville. The event consists of a reading by the feature poet followed by an open microphone, for which readers may sign up and recite one or two short pieces. During the open portion of the event, we encourage new voices and accomplished poets alike to share what they have been working on in a space where writers have the opportunity to try out new works in front of an audience on a monthly basis. Please join us for consistent, fine poetry in a setting that is equally fine.

Please support our feature writers by purchasing books from them. The bar will remain open after the reading has concluded in order to give poets a chance to mingle and peruse the merchandise.

Produced/hosted by Jeff Davis & Caleb Beissert

For information regarding the event contact Caleb Beissert at CalebBeissert (at) gmail.com

Join the Asheville Poetry Series group for updates about this and other poetry events in Asheville!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/273896972679547/

https://www.facebook.com/events/382987222268493/

Tuesday, January 22, 2019
A 6-Course Culinary Expedition featuring Orin Swift Cellars Wine
Jan 22 @ 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Chestnut

Hors D’Oeuvres:
– Lump Crab Confetti, Cucumber
– Rabbit Profiteroles, Confit Rabbit Rilette, Currant Gastrique
– Lobster Toast, Citrus Mascarpone, Brioche, Chive
– Whipped Brie & Date, Pistachios, Prosecco Reduction
Wine: Luminore Prosecco

First Course
Butter Poached King Prawns – Leek Soffritto, Shrimp Shell Buttered Nage, Crispy Meyer Lemon
Wine: 2016 Mannequin (Chardonnay)

Second Course
Duck Breast Pastrami – Yukon Gold Potato Latke, Local Frisee, Cherry Mustard Sauce
Wine: 2016 Abstract (Grenache Petite Sirah/Syrah)

Third Course
Hickory Nut Gap “Papusa” – Beef Tongue & Cheek Filling, Blood Orange Curtido, Serrano Tomato Jam
Wine: 2015 Machete (Petite Sirah/Syrah/Grenache)

Fourth Course
Three Cheeses & accoutrements:
1. USA: Blue Ridge Creamery “Gorgonzola”
2. French: 12 Month Mimolette
3. USA: Humbolt Fog Haze
Wine: 2015 Palermo Napa Cab (California, Italy, France)

Fifth Course
Dark Chocolate Torte, Milk Chocolate Labneh, Marconas & Pomegranate
Wine: 2017 8 years In The Desert (Zinfandel/Petite Sirah/Syrah)

Price: $125/pp (includes tax and gratuity)

https://www.facebook.com/events/325362888190545/

Brush and Brew
Jan 22 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Innovation Station at Dillsboro

SOLD OUT! Innovation Station and Get Creative Atlanta/Carolina present: Brush & Brew: A Painting and Craft Beer Night!

Starting at 6:30 pm, Angie of Get Creative Atlanta/Carolina will take you step by step through the creation of a beautiful, hand-made painting. (The picture we are doing is the cover photo and it is posted in the discussion and you can choose your own background colors). Pre-payment is required, see below. You will go to the bar upon arrival to receive your included drink & please bring cash to tip your bartenders. :) You’ll want to arrive a few minutes early to grab your drink, choose your paint colors and take a seat.

Tickets are $30 per person which includes 1 beverage per person (beer or wine), the class, all painting materials and taking your canvas (16″x20″) painting home. Due to high demand, you must purchase advance tickets to this event to secure your spot. Max participants is 30. There’s a ticket link within this event or here is it is as well: http://www.paypal.me/AngelaHemmerlein. It’s imperative that you list the event date you are paying for and your name if it is different than the Paypal Acct. you are using.

Refunds policy: if you have a circumstance/emergency come up and cannot attend, ideally we will credit your payment towards a future event. If you absolutely need a refund, then please just contact [email protected] to work that out. We of course want you to receive the value of the event in exchange for your money. The prepayment is simply an effort to cut down on the cancellations/wait list work load and allow as many to attend as possible. Each event we had no shows that could have been filled seats. Thank you for your understanding.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2600008716683516/

Wednesday, January 23, 2019
Flow & Wine
Jan 23 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Unearthed Yoga

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=1224464747707443

Wellness Wednesdays
Jan 23 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Mountain Brook Vineyards

Mountain Brook Vinyards is partnering with Yoga 828 for a winter yoga series. Starting on January 9th, Dee O’Brien will be leading an hour of yoga every Wednesday intimately set in our tasting room. Enjoy sweeping views of mountain vistas and the vineyard below while being guided through a beginner friendly series of poses. The class is $20 and includeds a glass of wine. The class begins at 12pm and ends at 1pm. Put your lunch hour to work and join us!

Feel free to purchase your tickets ahead of time, however, walk-ins are welcome.

https://www.facebook.com/events/362167914614739/?event_time_id=362167924614738

$12 Growler Fill Wednesdays
Jan 23 @ 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
plēb urban winery

$12 growler fills on Wednesdays. Select a wine on draft (some exceptions apply) and fill a plēb 500mL growler for $12. Growler purchase is separate. Carry out only.

https://www.facebook.com/events/859748727719594/?event_time_id=859748744386259

Dart Night at the Taproom
Jan 23 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Forks of the River Taproom

Open to all skill levels. Dart Night is an open invitation double elimination blind draw dart tournament. With a great line up of craft beers and wine along with Mama Bear’s Food Truck (seasonal). check-in starts at 6, tournament starts at 6:30!

Come on our and test your aim!

https://www.facebook.com/events/515642865596315/?event_time_id=515642878929647

Riedel Glass Demonstration & Wine Tasting
Jan 23 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Bosu's Wine Shop

Back by popular demand, you won’t want to miss this intriguing Bosu’s signature event. Guests will get to taste amazing wines, poured side-by-side in appropriate Riedel glasses and generic, “joker” glasses. Ticket price includes 4 restaurant-quality Riedel glasses to take home. (Note: No snacks will be served because it alters the taste of the wine.) This is a ticketed event, reservations required. || $49 +tx, per. Event starts @ 7p.

https://www.facebook.com/events/392686577969224/

Thursday, January 24, 2019
Twisted Painting
Jan 24 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Twisted Vine Winery

It’s a new year and the perfect time to try or do something fun! Our Twisted Painting event is the perfect mix of fun and creativity. You’ll get to paint a 11×14 canvas, enjoy a glass of wine, and you’ll also get help and guidance from Lolli-Lu’s Art Studio! Cost for the class and a glass is $35 and space is limited so call or message us asap to get your spot before it sells out!

https://www.facebook.com/events/624028451363506/

Whole Hog Butchery Class – Jan 24th
Jan 24 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The Chop Shop Butchery

Get to #knowyourbutcher Matt Helms as he demonstrates a complete breakdown of a side of Warren Wilson College Farm Heritage breed pastured hog. He’ll discuss the different cuts that retail stores demand, as well as cooking techniques.

We will also offer some house made and local charcuterie as well as beers and wines.

https://www.facebook.com/events/582070975587463/

Door Decor In The Wine Cellar
Jan 24 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Wine Sage and Gourmet

$35 per painter. All colors and vinyl are customizable.

Includes:
Large, hand cut wood sign
Use of painting supplies
Bow material
Vinyl letters

You must RSVP for this event by emailing [email protected] with your sign choice and letter choice. The words are customizable & you can choose from white or black letters. You’ll then receive an invoice to pay to reserve your seat.

https://www.facebook.com/events/321070035168599/

Paint ON Pottery NIGHT
Jan 24 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Frog Level Brewing Company

This PAINT AND SIP is a little different! We are goin to be painting on a piece of Pottery!! This piece of pottery is a circle and about the size of your hand all stretch out.

We think about hanging canvas on a wall, why not hang a piece of beautiful pottery?

I will show you step by step how to paint a mountain landscape, BUT you can paint whatever you would like!! Please do not feel obligated to paint what I will be instructing.

I can help with any questions you might have with whatever you decide to paint.

$35 per person- this includes a piece of pottery, everything you need to paint with, twine for hanging, along with the 2 hour step by step paint instruction.

Text me to sign up! Space is limited.
828-400-9560

https://www.facebook.com/events/2320959581269799/

City Dance
Jan 24 @ 7:30 pm
Landmark Hal

Beginner’s workshop lesson at 7:30 P.M., then 8-11 P.M. Contra Dance with Country Waltzing at the break and the final dance. This is a partner dance but it’s not necessary to come with a partner. We have different live bands and callers.

Friday, January 25, 2019
Paired at Tryon Resort featuring Overmountain Vineyards
Jan 25 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Tryon International Equestrian Center

Back by popular demand – our Paired at #TryonResort series will return on January 25th! This first delectable dining experience will feature a local favorite, Overmountain Vineyards and Winery. ? Enjoy a 5 course meal paired with specific wines that compliment each dish for only $75 per person.

Located in Campagna Italian, the dinner will begin at 6:30pm. Reservations are required by calling (828) 863-1000. Curious as to what is on the menu? Take a look here! ?⬇️

1st Course:
Baked Brie EnCroute, served with a blueberry sauce and toast points. Paired with OMV Chardonnay.

2nd Course:
Poached Pear Salad, pears poached in OMV Rose served on mixed greens tossed in a lemon dressing, raspberries, blackberries, heirloom tomatoes. Paired with OMV Rose.

3rd Course:
Grilled Sirloin topped with bourbon honey glaze and fried onion garnish. Served with roast garlic mashed potato. Paired with OMV Red Table Wine.

4th Course:
Roasted Pork Tenderloin topped with a blueberry demi sauce, served over a sweet potato mash. Paired with OMV Petit Verdot.

5th Course:
Butter Cake topped with caramel and Chantilly cream. Paired with OMV Dry Muscadine.

https://www.facebook.com/events/353586145472531/

Saturday, January 26, 2019
Chase Away the Winter Blues BBQ Party-Tickets Required
Jan 26 @ 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Mountain Brook Vineyards

*This event is for Lake Lure Newcomers members only, as it is subsidized by member dues. However, anyone in Lake Lure is welcome to join! http://lakelurenewcomers.com/join-now/

Join us for our Chase Away the Winter Blues BBQ Party on January 26 from 2-4:30pm! Tickets are only $15 and include a menu of Pulled Pork, BBQ Chicken, Ribs, Beans, Slaw, Mac & Cheese & a variety of Desserts. Of course, Mountain Brook’s local wine will be available as well!

Tickets are available at http://lakelurenewcomers.com/party-tickets/. Note: This event is for members only. If you’re not a member, visit http://lakelurenewcomers.com/join-now/ to join today!

https://www.facebook.com/events/430971677711555/

Finale Port Release Party
Jan 26 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Burntshirt Vineyards

Come celebrate our very first Port release! We are combining two things we love to celebrate the occasion in combo with National Chocolate Day! – Wine & chocolate!! Come try our Port paired with goodies from Vans Chocolates in Hendo, enjoy wine tastings and live music with Ben Phan.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1175142832635124/

Puttin‘ on the Ritz!
Jan 26 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Tryon Painters & Sculptors

We invite you to join us for a festive evening art show Reception Saturday January 26th 5-7pm.

Celebrating the New Year with works featuring Gold, Silver, Black & White and a touch of Red.

Great Food, complimentary beer & wine and a drawing for door prizes!

Show will be up until March 16th.

If you are a member that would like to submit work see details below. If you would like to become a member and join the fun, head on over to our website to sign up. We would love to welcome you aboard!
https://squareup.com/store/tryon-painters-and-sculptors

CALL FOR ART:
The first member’s show of 2019 at the Tryon Painters and Sculptors Gallery will run from January 26 -March 16. Guidelines and contract to read, fill, sign and submit along with your work can be found on the website. Please keep in mind the following:

Theme “Puttin’ on the Ritz” which is loosely defined as gold, silver, black, and white with a touch of red. Work that does not relate to the theme may not be accepted.

All works must be original, completed within the last two years, and not previously shown at the TPS Gallery

Paintings, drawings, and photography may be no larger than 40 inches in any direction including the frame and water-based media and pastels must be under glass or plexiglas.

Drop off your work at the gallery January 20-21, between 12-4 pm.

NSF (Not for Sale) work will not be accepted and once work is received at the gallery there will be no price changes.
2D work must be wired and ready to hang. No sawtooth hangers.
All work should be labeled on the back with your name, telephone number, title, medium, and price.
Opening night is January 26 from 5-7 pm. TPS will provide refreshments, but you may contribute either money, snacks, wine or beer.

There will be a “Sneak-a-Peek” show during Tryon’s 4th Friday, January 25 from 5-7.

Pick up your work March 17-18 between 2-4:30 pm. Please make arrangements with the Gallery by March 1.

40% of the sale cost will go to TPS and 60% to the artist. Checks for artist sales will be mailed one week after the close of the show.

https://www.facebook.com/events/761986860831344/