Calendar of Events

We all know that rare plants grow atop Grandfather Mountain, but just who pollinates them? Join N.C. State University’s Dr. Clyde Sorenson to investigate the landscape with a special eye for bees, beetles, wasps and butterflies. This program may involve less than one mile of easy walking. Limited to 12 participants.

Registration costs $60 standard or $20 for Bridge Club members. Bridge Club members must present a valid Bridge Club ID with their event ticket/receipt, or they will be charged full price. To register, see below.

Adult Field Courses
Grandfather Mountain’s Adult Field Courses examine specific aspects of the park ecosystem through just the right combination of fun field excursions and classroom presentations. Our course leaders are experts in their fields and include professors, naturalists, scientists and acclaimed photographers, writers, historians and artists.

Most courses run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and lunch will be eaten in the field. Please bring your own lunch. Rates do not include taxes.

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There’s more than Chunky Monkey and New York Super Fudge Chunk in downtown Asheville’s Ben & Jerry’s this summer.

Art created by Vance Elementary School fifth grade students of art educator Robbie Lipe is now on display on the brick walls opposite the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. The exhibit depicts the students’ interpretation of the artist Kehinde Wiley and the contemporary portraits he creates inspired by traditional Baroque paintings. It will be featured through the end of the summer.

“Ben & Jerry’s is excited about showcasing art from the community inside our scoop shop,” said general manager Chris Carter. “Making use of our walls to show what local artists are creating complements our social mission — to be actively involved in the places we live and do business. I hope this is the first of many art exhibits on our walls.”

Carter gave all the credit for the exhibit to Ms. Lipe, who teaches kindergarten through 5th-grade students at Vance Elementary. She was named the North Carolina Arts Educators Association “Art Educator of the Year” in 2017-2018.

Ben & Jerry’s is located at 19 Haywood Street. Current hours are Monday-Thursday 12 pm to 10 pm; Friday 12 pm – 11 pm; Saturday 11:30 am – 11 pm; Sunday 11:30 am – 10 pm.

For more information, call Carter at 310-601-6247.

Join us for a dynamic guided stroller walk and historical tour of Downtown Asheville! This energetic program is designed for caregivers and children young enough to ride along. We will stroll along several blocks of downtown Asheville near Haywood Street and discuss the history of select parts of the downtown Asheville Historic District.

6/12- Battery Park and Wall St.
6/26- Pritchard Park and Patton Ave.

The walk will last approximately 1 hour. This walk is free, but space is limited. Please register online via the library calendar, in the NC Room or Youth Services, or call 828-250-4720.

https://www.facebook.com/events/461053878001366/

Join your YMCA & AARP friends and staff for a cool or hot beverage and discussion about topics that are important to all of us. Community experts will join us for some topics. Stop by to share, learn, and make new friends!

January 23: Q&A Group Exercise – What Class Should I Take?
February 27: Financial Fitness
March 27: Caring for the Caregiver
April 24: Hiking
May 22: Creativity Matters
June 26: Nutrition

https://www.facebook.com/events/2099662273432676/?event_time_id=2099662293432674

Jonathan is a traditional southern Rootworker and Hoodoo Practitioner. He has received initiations in Lucumi and Ifa as well as receiving Asentamento in Quimbanda. His lineage can be traced to Cuba, Nigeria and Brazil respectively. He has been reading tarot cards for more than 15 years and has training in a wide variety of traditional folk magics. He is a graduate of the Lucky Mojo Correspondence Course and as a spiritual worker he not only foretells your future but focuses on remediating any problems that may show up in the clients reading. Cost is 2 dollars a minute with a 15 minute minimum, PayPal and cash accepted.

He also has a line of washes and oils for sale at Raven and Crone and he is available for hands on cleansing work, custom oils and mojo bags on request.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2289918301263872/

We have paired up with SweetWater Brewery for an epic summer trip! On Wednesdays in June & July, shuttle from SweetWater Brewery’s Taproom & Kitchen to NOC Chattahoochee for a Lower Tube Trip. When you’re done, we will take you back to SweetWater just in time to enjoy a refreshing beverage (included in the cost of your trip).

For every person booked, SweetWater will donate $4.20 to the Chattahoochee Riverkeeper’s summer “Save the Hooch” campaign!

https://www.facebook.com/events/855292388184351/?event_time_id=855292394851017

We are lucky to have incredible Animal Educators to help us spread the word on the important roles they play in the Park. Join one of our Park naturalists for an informal program where your family will love meeting some of our wilder teammates! Kids of all ages are sure to take home some fun facts and special memories. Then, grab a Track Trail brochure at the Animal Discovery Den and round out the day with a hike along our Great Woodland Adventure trail with 12 education stations. Don’t forget your camera!
Cost: Included with Park admission.

https://www.facebook.com/events/539272899873223/?event_time_id=539272993206547

This new class in our Fitness Center will incorporate Qigong, strengthening, mediation and yoga. This class is geared to all ages and gender, especially male golfers.

Qigong is a practice that typically involves moving meditation, slow flowing movement and deep rhythmic breathing that provides a calm meditative state of mind.

Classes are $10.00/person.

This class will be lead by instructor Dr. John Akers. Dr. Akers is a recently retired Wofford language professor and classical guitarist who has taught wellness classes at Wofford, the Spartanburg YMCA, and Zen Garden. Dr. Akers played and coached collegiate soccer, has practiced meditation over 40 years, and teaches a daily routine of yoga and core strengthening enhanced by Qigong energy play. Dr. Akers is also an avid golfer committed to carrying his own clubs, without a cart.

https://www.facebook.com/events/407581593350375/?event_time_id=407581660017035

Head out to Oskar Blues every Wednesday to hang out with the families + locals of Brevard. We’ll feature artists, businesses, nonprofits, and other rad people that make this community so great. Each week will feature different events, live music, or activities, so check back here for what’s happening. Kids eat free with the purchase of a regular meal from the Oskar Blues CHUBwagon.

https://www.facebook.com/events/560723244441751/?event_time_id=560723297775079

Select a wine on draft and fill a plēb urban winery 500mL or 1L growler for a reduced price (see menu for availability and pricing). Growler purchase is separate. Carry out only.

https://www.facebook.com/events/859748727719594/?event_time_id=859748807719586

Lobster Dogs is Excited to be @ Dry Falls Brewing company serving up the Best Lobster Rolls and Stuffed Avocados in the Carolinas!!
Come check us out!

https://www.facebook.com/events/2952142761493278/

FREE PATIO SHOW :: Carrie Morrison at The Grey Eagle

More info >> www.thegreyeagle.com/event/1865623/

Carrie is a singer/songwriter/pianist whose style has a big range – Celtic, blues, folk, rock, and a whole bunch of other styles she couldn’t possibly categorize (as she has no idea what they are). She writes strong melodies and wise lyrics. Her ballads break your heart in the best way, and her blues-y wit makes creates a wry smile. Carrie, an exceptional children’s teacher in Transylvania County, has lived in WNC for 15 years, and has been a working musician most of that time. She released her first full-length album, Miles and Miles, in fall 2017. The project was produced by Chris Rosser of Free Planet Radio. Her EP, Carolina Blonde, produced by the late Terry Wetton, was released in 2014. She performs regularly in WNC venues, and collaborates with many regional musicians onstage and in the studio. An avid hiker when not gigging, Carrie loves the mountains and the artistic community here. She is grateful to share her music and connect with her audiences.

https://www.facebook.com/events/363951974248154/

Ain’t nothin’ but a chicken wing… and they’re only 50¢ at Bold Rock Mills River on Wednesdays! ? Purchase as many wings as your heart desires for only 50¢ a piece. Treat yourself to one of our hard-ciders or local beers on tap.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2605050419510080/?event_time_id=2684526338229154

Bhangra is a joyful folkloric dance form from Northern India. Join Lisa Zahiya for a six week series!

$70 // Sign up online
http://www.studiozahiya.com/series.html

https://www.facebook.com/events/318591752171898/

Bring your smile and some business cards to the June Incredible Towns – Asheville, NC / Biz Radio AVL Social! The first drink is on us, plus we will be buying pizza too! Discover the Award Winning Craft Centric Taproom & Bottle Shop and hang with friends, old and new!

No fees or memberships to attend, just show up and network with other entrepreneurs and business people from the Asheville / Hendersonville area. Plus, bring a door prize for the drawing if you would like to have your business recognized.

Thanks to our Sponsors!
– Lone Bird Studio Asheville Web Design
– Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More
– Radius Chiropractic
– Rainbow International of Asheville
– Montreat College School of Adult and Graduate Studies
– CBIZ, Inc. Flex-Pay
– Coach Bill Gilliland
– College Nannies, Sitters + Tutors of Asheville

https://www.facebook.com/events/348274995812907/

Our weekly dose of James Hammel’s awesome selection of cover songs and original tunes! Always a good show, and you’re bound to see someone you know at the bar!

https://www.facebook.com/events/325013448112541/?event_time_id=325013524779200

Strong & the Strong 30-90 Day Challenge
Ages 13 and up
A high intensity class designed to provide a full workout in a short time. Come once or take the whole series & join the 90 day fitness challenge. Bring a yoga mat or towel & water. No preregistration required. FREE

May 1-July 17
(No class 7/3)
Wednesdays, 5:30pm-6:30pm
Recreation Park Pavilion

https://www.facebook.com/events/1523312957803744/?event_time_id=1523315474470159

We are thrilled to announce a very special evening event with our Presiding Bishop, The Most Rev. Michael Curry. Bishop José will host and facilitate a conversation with Bishop Curry talking about his new book, The Power of Love.

The diocese is equally excited to collaborate and partner with Malaprop’s Books, one of the only independent bookstores in Asheville. All tickets are available online through the Malaprop’s website and include limited regular seating and a book with the purchase of a ticket. There will be a signing following the conversation.

We hope as many of you who can will join us for this wonderful gathering. We’re confident you will find your hearts renewed and will be inspired to follow the Way of Jesus and to act as ambassadors of His love.

https://www.facebook.com/events/268110350781443/

The French Broad Valley Music Association: FBVMA jam session is focused on regional fiddle tunes and songs. Carol Rifkin and John Mitchell cohost weekly, bring an instrument to play or just enjoy the music, its free, kid friendly, donations encouraged. Key Players are intermediate to advanced but beginners are most welcome and encouraged to attend to listen, learn/quietly play along. More experienced players sit in the inner circle and take turns choosing fiddle tunes or songs. Guests, families and kids are invited to listen and often sing along. This style of community play has been used to entertain and pass down music to kids for generations.

The French Broad Valley Music Association is a 501c3 non-profit organization formed to celebrate local musical heritage. “Our community. Our music. Our sense of place.”

https://www.facebook.com/events/231970501048591/?event_time_id=231970584381916

Likely one of the oldest forms of human communication, versions of hollering are found in cultures around the world. From Scandinavia to Nigeria, people have used hollers to communicate across long distances, herd animals, and express their emotions. In the United States, rural, agricultural communities made use of hollers for hundreds of years. In this presentation Ms. Lynch-Thomason will discuss hollering traditions from the North Carolina Piedmont as well as the Deep South. She’ll holler some samples of cow-calling, calling for water, distress calls, and a variety of expressive hollers- and get the audience involved as well!

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Saro Lynch-Thomason grew up in Nashville, Tennessee. She is a ballad singer, artist, musician, songwriter, a folklorist, an illustrator and labor activist. She received her graduate degree in Appalachian studies from Eastern Tennessee State University and now lives in Asheville, NC. She is the assistant director at the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History Center in Black Mountain.

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An early 6:00 start to the evening at AGB with host Tom Kirschbaum, includes Drink & Snack Specials. Many of Tom’s musician friends join him for the evening, performing a wide variety of local music.

Tom Kirschbaum has been with us, helping grow the Asheville Guitar Bar, since we were doing Thursday Jams at our Paintbox Studio. He is a truly gifted musician, and well loved for his generosity, his friendship, and his ”Almost Famous Chili and Slaw”!

Food and drink specials begin at 6:00pm. At 6:30, Tom sets the stage, sharing his love of singing and playing his signature 12 string. He hosts many of his local musicians friends who share their own music for an Asheville Music Show not to be missed.

Please be prepared to donate generously to the bands, doing your part to help support local musicians and keeping local music alive. General seating. No admission charge.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1897048563753861/?event_time_id=1897048623753855

Our Pachamama (Mother Earth), giver of life and provider of the natural world with all its beauty and bounty. Let us show mindfulness and gratitude together as we honor the Earth.

Join Gota Cebrero, E-RYT 500, for a nurturing, family-friendly evening focused on gratitude for our planet and all it provides.

This donation-based class will benefit our Charity of the Month, MountainTrue. This is a local nonprofit organization focused on conservation and sustainability. The organization works directly with the community to advocate for a healthy and happy environment.

All proceeds will be donated directly to MountainTrue.

https://www.facebook.com/events/318819768785940/

Get ready for the Battle of the Barktender on Wednesday, June 26 at the Casual Pint in South Asheville! Blue Ridge Humane and the Council on Aging will each supply a bartender for the night and see who raises the most tips! All funds raised will go towards the joint PetPals program which provides food, health and wellness checks, and more for pet owners in the Meals on Wheels program in Henderson County. Bring your friends, your tips, and get ready for a fun night supporting TWO awesome non-profits!

https://www.facebook.com/events/2359387864292118/

The walkable streets of Gatlinburg become a live stage during the city’s summer-long performance festival. Visitors are invited to encounter costumed storytellers, musical ensembles and cloggers portraying characters from time periods as far back as the 1800s along the Parkway.

Daily performances from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.

https://www.facebook.com/events/352862205433672/?event_time_id=352862228767003

 Isis Music Hall kicks off the summer season with free outdoor concerts in West Asheville every Wednesday and Thursday evenings.

Concerts on the Isis Music Hall lawn bring the community center stage for evenings filled with free music and fun festivities throughout the summer from 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

 “It’s just going to be a great vibe for the community and welcoming for our visitors,”” said Lillianna Woody, Isis Music Hall owner. “It’s the perfect way to unwind from the day full of responsibilities and just have fun.”

From bluegrass to blues, jazz and a few surprises in between, the summer series brings an array of local acts to the stage to satisfy nearly any song-filled soul.

“It’s really refreshing for me as a musician to be able to play in a family-friendly environment,” said breakout artist Whitney Moore, of Queen Bee & The Honeylovers. “I love the laid back community vibe of it and that people can stroll down Haywood and just happen by some great live music. It’s also early in the evening  which gives families a great opportunity to see live music.”

Cold brews, food, wine and cocktails are available for purchase. Come, kick off your heels and relax on the patio or spread out a blanket and hang out on the lawn to enjoy free music for the evening.

No reservations needed, just stop by and enjoy! Weather permitting, of course. Alcohol is permitted on the lawn, but must be purchased from Isis Music Hall.

Check their website at isiaasheville.com for a full schedule.

Have you ever wanted to work with the Catholic Saints in your magical practice? Would you like to harness the power of one off the worlds largest necromantic cults? We will be exploring a plethora of ways to work with these powerful entities to creat change in your life and the lives of others. A list of the Saints and what they patron will be provided along with some selected prayers. We will cover offerings, candles, prayers and learn how some of these Saints are pagan gods that the Catholic Church couldn’t get rid of so they adopted them. We will do a overview of most of the saints but we will take a closer look at St. Expedite, St. Cyprian, St. Brigit, St. Michael a few others. Cost of the Class is $25, cash and PayPal accepted

https://www.facebook.com/events/1056511524532212/

Aaron Wood is quite the renaissance music man. He grew up steeped in the traditions of blues and folk music of North Carolina. His father has shared the stage with the likes of Bill Monroe and Ralph Stanley and performed at The Grand Ole Opry, taking Aaron with him every chance he got. It didn’t take long before the music took hold, and he studied any kind of music he could get his fingers on.

One look at the long list of artists he has shared the stage with exemplifies his diversity and respect from his musical peers. From Jimmy Martin to Leon Russel, R.L. Burnside to Warren Haynes, Sara Evans to Carlos Santana, Aaron has played with and learned from some of those who have helped shaped music into what it is today.

Each Wednesday features a different performer joining Woody on stage.

*June will be Woody’s last month playing Wednesday nights at Highland.

https://www.facebook.com/events/373328040061899/?event_time_id=373328096728560

Come out and run HBC! Down and back runs with different turn-around points to push runners of just about every level. Run. Drink Highland beer. Have fun.

https://www.facebook.com/events/653230858442731/?event_time_id=653230891776061

Join us every Wednesday at 6:30PM at One World Brewing (520 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC) in West Asheville for a community run around West AVL. https://www.facebook.com/groups/988486641322045/ Hang around and grab a drink afterwards. All paces welcome. Well behaved, leashed furry friends welcome.
We will begin with one 4-ish mile route (https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2424498334) through West Asheville, though will expand to include various options in the future.
Food options nearby, including on-site food trucks during warmer weather.

https://www.facebook.com/events/516081612251742/?event_time_id=516081658918404

Space is limited! Text 828.400.9560 to sign upCome have some fun painting as I show you step by step what to do, all while you sip on a tasty craft brew! $25- this includes everything to paint with! PURE FUN! No judgement!

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