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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Friday, March 26, 2021
Michael Flynn (full band) Album Release Show + Jane Kramer
Mar 26 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Grey Eagle

Michael Flynn celebrates the release of his latest album “Survive With Me,” with very special guest Jane Kramer
– ALL AGES
– 7PM SHOW, 6PM DOORS
– RESERVED, SOCIALLY DISTANCED SEATING
Michael Flynn (full band) Album Release Show + Jane Kramer
Mar 26 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Grey Eagle

Michael Flynn (full band) Album Release Show + Jane Kramer

Michael Flynn celebrates the release of his latest album “Survive With Me,” with very special guest Jane Kramer.

  • ALL AGES
  • 7PM SHOW, 6PM DOORS
  • RESERVED, SOCIALLY DISTANCED SEATING

MICHAEL FLYNN

On his latest solo endeavor, Survive With Me, Western North Carolina based songwriter Michael Flynn plants his feet firmly on the ground as a class solo act and master lyricist. A pioneer of the celebrated Charleston outfit Slow Runner—which landed in the embrace of SonyBMG and has toured with the likes of The Avett Brothers, Josh Ritter, Built To Spill, and more, he again mines down deep into unknown territory for material so singular and personal it could only exist as a solo album. Known for his eccentric arrangements and sharp storytelling, Flynn’s restless honesty ripens on the new release, exploring darker subject matter eerily suited for the times. Gliding seamlessly between intimate confessions, condemnatory observations, and vignettes of his life, the record is a mature follow up to his 2018 release Pretend Like, and offers listeners an unfiltered look into the mind of a man who is still making sense of the world even after seeing so much of it.

 

Boasting an eclectic lineup of piano, horns, marimba, banjo, and sweeping synth arrangements, the album is an engaging listen from start to finish, and perfectly reinforces Flynn’s understated vocal tenor. An effortless balance of enchanting falsetto and tastefully implemented double tracking techniques, the result is a bright new release that brings to mind at once the whimsy of early Ben Folds and the deadpan temperament of Conor Oberst. Grand yet unpretentious, Survive With Me is a powerful step forward for Michael Flynn, who has once again proven that the loudest voices aren’t measured by decibel.

The Jakob’s Ferry Stragglers
Mar 26 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Isis Music Hall

Hailing from the mountain towns of Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Maryland, The Jakob’s Ferry Stragglers draw freely from Old-Time, Bluegrass, Rockabilly, and Swing music to create their own brand of high energy, Appalachian Bluegrass. Gary Antol (guitar/vocals) and Libby Eddy (fiddle/vocals) founded the band in 2014 with a very simple goal: write good songs, honor the music, and take it to the road. In the time since, Jakob’s Ferry Stragglers has performed in clubs across the country and appeared at festivals including Delfest, Grey Fox, Delaware Valley Bluegrass Festival, and many more.

Come enjoy an evening of live music, food and drinks at the Isis Music Hall. Reservations are highly recommended.

Saturday, March 27, 2021
Gardening Video: Tomato Problems, Diseases, and Pests
Mar 27 all-day
Online w/ Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Buncombe County

Gardening in the Mountains presents:
Tomato Problems, Diseases, and Pests

Check out the latest gardening video on the Buncombe County Master Gardener website. Learn how to identify and manage common problems that can affect tomatoes at all stages of maturity.  To access this video, click on the link below:

Tomato Problems, Diseases, and Pests

Growing Minds Farm to School Program Spring Garden Bingo
Mar 27 all-day
Online w/ ASAP (Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project)

Spring Garden Bingp

This spring garden bingo card comes from our Growing Minds Farm to School Program, but anyone can play! Get a printable version of the card here or find more spring learning resources for kids here.

Organic Growers School Cuba Trip 2021
Mar 27 all-day
Online

Another Cuba Trip!

We’re excited to announce we have scheduled a second trip to Cuba for June 22nd – July 1, 2021
In the case of trip cancellation, a full refund or roll over of funds paid to future trips will be offered to all registered participants. Flexible payment plans are available.
Grab Brunch at River’s End
Mar 27 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
River’s End Restaurant

River's End Restaurant exterior

River’s End Restaurant is an iconic spot for locals and visitors to Bryson City. Enjoy spectacular views of the gorge, with paddlers passing through as they complete their Nantahala River Rafting trip. Stop in for year-round lunch and dinner, with weekend brunch during the summer season, and choose from a wide range of appetizing entrees, burgers, salads, pizza, and sandwiches. Hang out for a while and enjoy a large selection of signature cocktails, wine, and beer, including local favorites.

In River’s End Restaurant, every seat has a view of the river! Enjoy music by the river and views of paddlers passing through as they complete their Nantahala River Rafting trip. Join our waitlist online to reserve a table or order online and grab your meal to go, for a sunny lunch right by the river!

Bold Souls Morning Yoga
Mar 27 @ 9:45 am – 10:45 am
Bold Rock Hard Cider (Mills River, NC)

Bring your yoga mats to Bold Rock for a mindful way to begin your Saturday! Get your “ohm” on with a local trainer and yoga instructor as they lead a fun and playful yoga session. This class is open to all levels of yoga experience for a $5 suggested donation!
After yoga, feel free to have a cider or some delicious lunch from the food truck.
2021 Early Spring Plant Sale!
Mar 27 @ 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Burton Street Peace Gardens

It’s that time of year again! We’re delighted to be able to offer a vast selection of cold-season veggies, herbs, and flowers for your gardens. We’ll have over 50 varieties available! A full catalogue of plants will be posted in the event soon.
As you all know too well, we all had to pivot last Spring due to COVID precautions. We’ll be keeping those same precautions in place this year:
* All attendees must wear masks and maintain 6 ft. distance from other gardeners/visitors.
* All plants are available on a sliding scale – if there’s a stick/label in it, then you pay from $3-$5/each…you get to decide.
* We’re using the honor system, so you pick out your plants, decide what you are going to pay, then either leave payment in donation bin or pay via CashApp.
* Green donation bin is located near the garden entrance by the turquoise tool shed. We accept cash or checks (payable to Hood Huggers International).
* Using CashApp? You’ll need to download the app and set up your account ahead of time, then click $, enter amount, click pay, and enter $HoodHuggers.
As always, we are grateful for your patronage/support, happy that our little plants get to find a home in our community, and will use the proceeds from the sale to support expanded programming in the Peace Gardens.
If you don’t already, follow us on instagram @peacegardener and @hood_huggers
Garden Tools Drive / Donación de Herramientas de Jardin
Mar 27 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
True Ridge

Clean up you garage and support the work of our Hispanic Farmer Coop by donating the garden/farm tools (in good conditions) that you do not use anymore.
For further information call to 828 808 5583
Organise mejor su casa y apoye el trabajo de nuestro cooperativa agrícola donando las herramientas de jardín / granja (en buenas condiciones) que ya no utiliza.
Mountain Pet Rescue Valentine’s Adoption Day
Mar 27 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Archetype Brewing

Mountain Pet Rescue Asheville returns to Haywood on February 13th from 1-5pm.
Fall in love with your next fur baby friend and take them home for Valentine’s Day.
Bun Intended Food Truck will be serving up Thai Street Food and Homemade Steamed Buns. Voted Asheville’s best food truck, they bring the spice.
+ Kevin Daniel Miller will be playing live music.
Local businesses have donated items for a raffle, and if you’re staying home, tune into the live Puppy Feed on Archetype’s Facebook page.
This event kicks off what will be a monthly occurrence at Haywood. The needs of these animals don’t go away without the compassion of our community. Loving dogs ourselves, we’re committed to bringing this opportunity to unite new families for months to come! Expect this on the last Saturday of every month unless we update you otherwise.
Outdoor Stage: A Night of Funk and Friends
Mar 27 @ 5:30 pm
Salvage Station

A Night of Funk and Friends

Join us for a night of funk and friends as The Salvage Station welcomes an explosive lineup on Saturday March 27th! First off, masterminds Derrick Lee Johnson (Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band) and Ben Hovey (Pitbull) present Evil Note Lab.  ENL will start off the night with its groove inspired Ableton mashup of electronic and live instruments behind the lyrical stylings of The Foulmouth Jerk.  Right after that, Josh Blake brings his organic organ trio JBOT to the stage featuring Patrick Armitage on drums, Simon Thomas George on keys, and Marisa Blake on vocals.  Then, the classic Asheville hip-hop collective GFE, pioneers of the Asheville music scene and respected innovators of conscious hip-hop and will be emerging from their chamber to grace the Salvage Station audience with a rare performance.  GFE comes together for about one show a year, so you won’t want to miss this opportunity to soak in some of that God Force Energy.  To finish the nights musical onslaught, we have The Tuesday Night Funk Jam House Band, who is itching to play for folks after the pandemic forced their weekly live performances into hiatus.  This lineup will likely never be seen like this again, and the forecast for inter-set collaborations are high, so come on out for a one of a kind musical explosion of Asheville talent!

The Alex Leach Band
Mar 27 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Isis Music Hall

Hailing from the mountains of East Tennessee, The Alex Leach Band is the sound of a new generation. Their new traditional style brings the respect, honor, and feel of music from the good ole days and mixes it with an updated twist. Their debut album on Mountain Home Music is scheduled to be released March 26th. This will be their Album Release Celebration

Come enjoy an evening of live music, food and drinks at the Isis Music Hall. Reservations are highly recommended.

Sunday, March 28, 2021
Gardening Video: Tomato Problems, Diseases, and Pests
Mar 28 all-day
Online w/ Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Buncombe County

Gardening in the Mountains presents:
Tomato Problems, Diseases, and Pests

Check out the latest gardening video on the Buncombe County Master Gardener website. Learn how to identify and manage common problems that can affect tomatoes at all stages of maturity.  To access this video, click on the link below:

Tomato Problems, Diseases, and Pests

Growing Minds Farm to School Program Spring Garden Bingo
Mar 28 all-day
Online w/ ASAP (Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project)

Spring Garden Bingp

This spring garden bingo card comes from our Growing Minds Farm to School Program, but anyone can play! Get a printable version of the card here or find more spring learning resources for kids here.

Organic Growers School Cuba Trip 2021
Mar 28 all-day
Online

Another Cuba Trip!

We’re excited to announce we have scheduled a second trip to Cuba for June 22nd – July 1, 2021
In the case of trip cancellation, a full refund or roll over of funds paid to future trips will be offered to all registered participants. Flexible payment plans are available.
Grab Brunch at River’s End
Mar 28 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
River’s End Restaurant

River's End Restaurant exterior

River’s End Restaurant is an iconic spot for locals and visitors to Bryson City. Enjoy spectacular views of the gorge, with paddlers passing through as they complete their Nantahala River Rafting trip. Stop in for year-round lunch and dinner, with weekend brunch during the summer season, and choose from a wide range of appetizing entrees, burgers, salads, pizza, and sandwiches. Hang out for a while and enjoy a large selection of signature cocktails, wine, and beer, including local favorites.

In River’s End Restaurant, every seat has a view of the river! Enjoy music by the river and views of paddlers passing through as they complete their Nantahala River Rafting trip. Join our waitlist online to reserve a table or order online and grab your meal to go, for a sunny lunch right by the river!

Bluegrass Brunch
Mar 28 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Jack of the Wood

Jack’s Bluegrass Brunch is every Sunday! Our menu kicks off at 12Noon with live tunes by Supper Break from 1-3pm. Try our $6 Bloody Mary or Mimosa, or grab a $15 Bottles of Champagne & OJ! Try one of our tasty brunch specials or order from our artisanal sandwich menu. Sláinte Y’all!

JAZZ BRUNCH Free · One World West
Mar 28 @ 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
One World West Brewing

JAZZ BRUNCH @ ONE WORLD WEST
EVERY SUNDAY FROM 1:30-4PM
FIRST SET BY THE HOUSE BAND & SECOND SET IS A JAZZ JAM
WEEKLY BRUNCH MENU FROM UMAMI MAMI
Archetype Sunday Sessions
Mar 28 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Archetype Brewing - West Asheville

Sunday Sessions are BACK…and it’s LIVE on Haywood again!
We’ll make announcements each week about the upcoming artist, so stay tuned!

Jason Daniello
Blessed Food Truck

Courtyard neighbor, Pizza Mind is open on Sundays and is always welcome in the taproom. Gan Shan West is closed on Sundays.

Food Truck Sundays
Mar 28 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Archetype Brewing

In conjunction with Sunday Sessions Live (and virtual) music: Food Truck Sundays will bring a new or rotating “staff favorite” cuisine each week to the Beechams Curve offerings.
Gan Shan West, our main culinary provider 6 days a week, is closed on Sundays. Enjoy the convenience, delicious variety and the music – all in one Sunday Funday stop!

Monday, March 29, 2021
Gardening Video: Tomato Problems, Diseases, and Pests
Mar 29 all-day
Online w/ Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Buncombe County

Gardening in the Mountains presents:
Tomato Problems, Diseases, and Pests

Check out the latest gardening video on the Buncombe County Master Gardener website. Learn how to identify and manage common problems that can affect tomatoes at all stages of maturity.  To access this video, click on the link below:

Tomato Problems, Diseases, and Pests

Growing Minds Farm to School Program Spring Garden Bingo
Mar 29 all-day
Online w/ ASAP (Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project)

Spring Garden Bingp

This spring garden bingo card comes from our Growing Minds Farm to School Program, but anyone can play! Get a printable version of the card here or find more spring learning resources for kids here.

The Garden Helpline Is OPEN. Master Gardeners Work Remotely to Answer Your Questions
Mar 29 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Online w/ Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Buncombe County

The pandemic continues to keep many of us at home and in our gardens! Our gardens will continue to grow and we will continue to have gardening questions.

To answer those questions, Extension Master GardenerSM Volunteers of Buncombe County are working from home to keep the Garden Helpline open to the public. We are available to respond to your phone calls and emails.  Send an email or leave a voice message at any time and a Master Gardener will respond during the Helpline hours listed below.

The information we provide is consistent with NC State University horticultural research and an integrated pest management approach which includes cultural, mechanical, biological, and chemical methods.

Two ways to contact the Garden Helpline

Call 828-250-4878
Email questions and photos to [email protected]

Garden Helpline hours

Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fridays, 10 a.m. to noon

The Extension office remains closed to the public and most Master Gardener programs for the public are being held virtually. Soil test kits can be picked up at the Extension office. They are in a box outside the front door.

To learn more about Extension Master Gardener volunteers and gardening in Buncombe County, visit our website at https://www.buncombemastergardener.org/

For updates about programming and other information or to contact staff with the NC Cooperative Extension Buncombe County Center, visit https://buncombe.ces.ncsu.edu/

 

Tuesday, March 30, 2021
Gardening Video: Tomato Problems, Diseases, and Pests
Mar 30 all-day
Online w/ Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Buncombe County

Gardening in the Mountains presents:
Tomato Problems, Diseases, and Pests

Check out the latest gardening video on the Buncombe County Master Gardener website. Learn how to identify and manage common problems that can affect tomatoes at all stages of maturity.  To access this video, click on the link below:

Tomato Problems, Diseases, and Pests

Growing Minds Farm to School Program Spring Garden Bingo
Mar 30 all-day
Online w/ ASAP (Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project)

Spring Garden Bingp

This spring garden bingo card comes from our Growing Minds Farm to School Program, but anyone can play! Get a printable version of the card here or find more spring learning resources for kids here.

Early TUESDAY Jam ft. The Trilateral Omission LIVE
Mar 30 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall

Originally hosted at the legendary Tressa’s, the Early Tuesday Jam has a new home at The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall in Downtown, Asheville.
Early Tuesday Jam at The One Stop features a 4-piece House Band, called The Trilateral Omission.
Every Early Tuesday Jam is LIVE and always different!
We do what we can to allow for as much diversity in song selection/style/genre to reflect a cross-section of the Asheville music scene and our world at large.
See you this Tuesday and next Tuesday
Monthly Free Herbal Book Club with Abby Artemesia
Mar 30 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Online w/ Awakening Asheville

We gather the foraged family together on Facebook the last Tuesday of every month at 7PM Eastern Standard Time with Abby’s book, The Herbal Handbook for Homesteaders. You don’t even need the book to join in, though!

Abby will answer as many questions as we have time for, plus give you some bonus info from her experience as a botanist, forager, wildcrafter, herbalist, and educator empowering people on their wild paths.

Grab your cup of herbal tea, invite your #herbal #DIY #booknerd friends and join in on the fun.

TO JOIN:
Log in to Facebook at 7 PM (EST) and go to The WANDER School’s Facebook page – it’s that easy!! You don’t even need the book to join in…

Wednesday, March 31, 2021
Gardening Video: Tomato Problems, Diseases, and Pests
Mar 31 all-day
Online w/ Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Buncombe County

Gardening in the Mountains presents:
Tomato Problems, Diseases, and Pests

Check out the latest gardening video on the Buncombe County Master Gardener website. Learn how to identify and manage common problems that can affect tomatoes at all stages of maturity.  To access this video, click on the link below:

Tomato Problems, Diseases, and Pests

Growing Minds Farm to School Program Spring Garden Bingo
Mar 31 all-day
Online w/ ASAP (Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project)

Spring Garden Bingp

This spring garden bingo card comes from our Growing Minds Farm to School Program, but anyone can play! Get a printable version of the card here or find more spring learning resources for kids here.