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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Knoxville Rockers rocking out with Asheville shoegazers!
David Webb’s Burning Bush
https://davidwebbsburningbush.bandcamp.com/track/tail
Crumbsnatchers
https://www.crumbsnatchersband.com/
Sleepy Poetry
https://sleepypoetry.bandcamp.com/
Shutterings
https://shutterings.bandcamp.com/
https://www.facebook.com/events/634627153601052/
The Gypsy Swingers are an up tempo jazz quintet playing in a style reminiscent of the European swing jazz scene started by Django Reinhardt in the ’30s featuring diverse vocal styles in an acoustic format. Lady Q sings everything from Latin standards to New Orleans blues and plays the kazoo and light percussion. Mario Piccolo plays a Selmer style guitar working off the rhythms created by Magic Sean (guitar) and Craig Sandberg on bass. Drayton Aldridge weaves in striking violin melodies.
Appreciated by young and old, dancers or just sitters, Gypsy Swingers music is just fun! Music starts at 8:30pm!
http://www.reverbnation.com/thegypsyswingers
https://www.facebook.com/events/1635481213229149/
The Renegades crew are heading back to The Social! We’ll be slanging our Appalachian Rock& Roll for all the good folks of East Asheville. See y’all there
https://www.facebook.com/events/144165693120815/
Lovely acts on a lovely Friday night!
Starts a 9:30pm, $3-5 donations for the artists
Eternal Garb – spiritual and experimental
http://eternalgarb.bandcamp.com/album/two-tears
Loretta Davis – soulful piano balladeer to conjure the ghost of Amy Winehouse
Https://lorettadavis.bandcamp.com/
Social Circle (Athens, GA) – Lynchian lo-fi lounge singer
Https://socialcircle.bandcamp.com/album/lost-voices/
We hope you can make it!
https://www.facebook.com/events/923777931154468/
John Howie Jr. and the Rosewood Bluff
w/ Rye Matt Sellars
at The Mothlight
November 2nd
Doors 8pm
Tickets: $6adv, https://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/1767675?utm_medium=bks
https://www.facebook.com/events/293747004563392/
Live Rock and Roll from WNC’s Premiere Classic Rock Band
https://www.facebook.com/events/364123460739244/
If you took some of the best traditional musicians on the scene today, and added some rock and roll rhythms, sweet bluegrass licks and the experience and grit that can only come from a lifetime on the road, Pigeon Kings would be the result.
Based in Washington DC, with a debut album out last summer and a new one in the works, Pigeon Kings are rising fast, using their unique blend of musical fusion to navigate the rich and complex tapestry of life.
Main Stage Seated
Limited Tables Available with a Dinner Reservation :: All Other Seating is First Come First Serve General Admission :: Please Call Venue for Dinner (Table) Reservations
$12 Advance / $15 Day of Show
https://www.facebook.com/events/1859766947447087/
thomascassell.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/1946547728758516/
Genre: Funk
Cover: Donations @ Door
Show: 10PM
Ages: 21+
LITZ
LITZ brings together a wide array of musical influences ranging from funk, jam, go-go, soul, electronica and just about everywhere inbetween to amalgamate a new sound for the ears of the world. Their sound strides to sonically transport it’s listeners to another planet free of the stress, struggles, and tribulations of modern day life through the use of funky horn riffs, wah-wah keys, pounding bass, driving/progressive rhythms and melt your face guitar.
web: https://funkylitzmusic.com/
vid: https://youtu.be/wJI4qjC-sHU
https://www.facebook.com/events/1151011021713469/
Genre: Electronic Hydro Funk
Tickets: $20.00
Show: 10PM (Doors: 9PM)
Ages: 21+
SunSquabi
A three-piece suit, live electronic experience. Hailing from Colorado, SunSquabi has been picking up steam after a breakout year in 2016, marked by their debut release on GRiZ’s All Good Records. The bands 7-track EP “Odyssey” takes listeners through a laidback electronic, funk fueled journey. Joining the band on their latest EP, Big Gigantic & GRiZ himself lend their talents to the project. Continuing to shatter expectations of what a “Live-Electronic” band should be, SunSquabi effortlessly transitions between synth-bass heavy vibes to smooth jam-like grooves.
SunSquabi spent the better part of 2016 touring across North America making debut appearances and show stealing performances at festivals including… Electric Forest, High Sierra, Camp Bisco, Hulaween & more! The live-electronic trio is gearing up for their biggest year yet, including stops at Red Rocks, Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas and their largest headline tour to date!
2017 will see SunSquabi’s second release on All Good Records, The “Deluxe” EP, out later this Spring. “Pygmy Up” the lead single featuring Russ Liquid was released at the top of year, followed by “Cinnamon” with Late Night Radio. Look out for the “Deluxe” EP to pick up where “Odyssey” left off and continue to solidify the SunSquabi sound.
web: https://www.sunsquabi.com/
music: http://soundcloud.com/sunsquabi
Marvel Years
Cory Wythe, the producer and guitarist better known as Marvel Years, has found a welcome place for himself within the increasingly popular glitch-hop / electro-soul dance music scene. His approach to blending electronic beats and shredding soulful guitar on his original tracks and remixes creates a sound that is a unique hybrid of EDM combing glitch, retro-funk, classic rock, soul, jazz and hip-hop.
Wythe has released a discography of over 50 songs, including three EP’s and numerous remixes and singles. He joined the touring circuit in 2013 at the age of 19 and since then has played alongside some of the scenes top artists including Bassnectar, Griz, Gramatik, Lettuce, and many others. The summer of 2016 marked his biggest show to date, playing direct support for grammy-nominated artist “Pretty Lights” at the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado. Other notable performances include support for Bassnectar and Pretty Lights at “Basslights 2015”, two sets at Electric Forest 2015, and many others.
web: http://marvelyearsmusic.com
vid: https://youtu.be/_ubFU0Kg8lE
https://www.facebook.com/events/2181381595470666/
Wednesdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sunday Matinees at 2:00pm
Additional Saturday Matinees on October 27 and November 3, 2018
British talk-show host David Frost has become a lowbrow laughingstock. Richard M. Nixon has just resigned the United States presidency in total disgrace over Vietnam and the Watergate scandal. Determined to resurrect his career, Frost risks everything on a series of in-depth interviews in order to extract an apology from Nixon. The cagey Nixon, however, is equally bent on redeeming himself in his nation’s eyes. In the television age, image is king, and both men are desperate to out-talk and upstage each other as the cameras roll. The result is the interview that sealed a president’s legacy.
“Structured as a prize fight between two starkly ambitious men in professional crisis, FROST/NIXON makes it clear that the competitor who controls the camera reaps the spoils.” —NY Times.
Discretionary Content: Adult Language
Miss Nelson can’t control her crazy classroom because she’s just too nice. But when she disappears, her replacement is the hard-as-nails, detention-loving, recess-canceling, homework-overloading substitute teacher Viola Swamp! With the Big Test approaching, the kids suddenly realize how much they miss Miss Nelson and they’ll do anything — including hiring a private eye — to solve the mystery of her disappearance and bring her back.
Showtimes are Thursdays at 3:00PM, Fridays at 1:00PM and 4:00PM, Saturdays at 1:00PM and 4:00PM, and Sundays at 3:00PM.
125 S. Main St. Hendersonville, NC 28792
This adaptation of the classic crime novel written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle featuring the detective Sherlock Holmes is a fast paced, wild ride through the fog-shrouded moors of England. Three actors portray over fifteen characters with lightning fast precision in this highly praised thriller.
Matinees: Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00PM
Evenings: Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:30PM. Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00PM
Flat Rock Playhouse Mainstage
2661 Greenville Highway Flat Rock, NC 28731
Enjoy local and regional craft beer, oysters, authentic Bavarian food, and live music at the 7th Annual Tryon Beer Fest presented by New View Realty. Come “Tap Into Tryon” from 12pm until 6pm on Saturday, November 3, 2018, and see all the beauty, culture and shopping this mountain town has to offer.
This community wide celebration of art and craft includes hot glass blowing demos at Crucible Glassworks on the hour sat and sun. Guest artist Jay Pfeil will be at Crucible, with her fantastic plein air etchings and engravings
$30 Riverbanks members and $40 general public.Regular Pre-registration: (November 2–November 13)
$45 for all registrants; T-shirts are not guaranteed.
Pre-registration will be closed November 14–16 and will re-open onsite on November 17.
November 15 and 16: Packet Pick-Up from 9:00am–6:00pm inside the Guest Relations at main Zoo entrance.
November 17: Late/Day-of Registration; Race Begins at 7:30am.
Climbmax Climbing’s 24th annual Fall Flash Fest is back again! This year, we will be hosting both a USA Climbing-sanctioned competition and a citizens’ competition open to all climbers. Climbers from all over are welcome to attend and compete for some sweet prizes provided by this year’s sponsors.
The USA Climbing-sanctioned bouldering competition will run as a redpoint-style event. Participants must be USA Climbing members; more information on USA Climbing is available at usaclimbing.org. Registration will begin at 8am, and the climbing will commence at 9am. Competitors can expect to have 3 hours to fill their scorecards, and awards will be presented shortly after.
The Citizens Competition is a redpoint-style event open to all climbers, and registration will begin at 11am. Bouldering will commence at 12:30pm, and competitors can expect to have 3-4 hours of access before finals. Awards will be given after the final event, at 5pm.
For more information and to register online, follow the link below
https://www.climbmaxnc.com/fall-flash-fest
https://www.facebook.com/events/2110081345972204/
Breakfast Benefit for Mercy Fund Animal Rescue Inc. Cost is 10.00 per ticket. Plate includes 3 pancakes, sausage or bacon and beverage. Tickets available from Mercy Board Members or at the door. Contact Joy Harklerode for additional info.
https://www.facebook.com/events/322939091834217/
Reclaimed Creations is a unique sculpture exhibit created by renowned artist Sayaka Ganz. Utilizing reclaimed plastic objects, such as discarded utensils, Ganz creates amazing sculptures that visually appear unified at a distance, but are in fact separated when examined up close. Described as using a “3D impressionistic” style, Ganz’s exhibit includes installations of animals in motion, which are in rich in color and energy, to create an illusion of form.
About the Artist
Born in Yokohama, Japan, Sayaka Ganz grew up living in Japan, Brazil and Hong Kong. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Indiana University, Bloomington, and a Master of Fine Arts degree in sculpture from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. A lecturer and teacher, Ganz’s work has been displayed at various institutions around the globe, including the Hermann Geiger Foundation in Cecina, Italy, the Isle Gallery in Isle of Man, and the Monterey Bay Aquarium in California.
My work is about perceiving harmony, even in situations that appear chaotic from the inside. When observing my sculptures up close, one might see gaps, holes and items being held on only by small points; step away, however, and the sculptures reveal the harmony created when the objects are aligned to the same general (but not identical) direction. Similarly, it is important to gain perspective by stepping back from current problems and look at the larger picture. Then one can perceive the beauty and patterns that exist.”
The Seven Sisters peaks are a familiar sight from Lake Tomahawk. While the Seven Sisters span an expanse of only 3.5 miles, hiking up to and across the range is a strenuous, 9-mile distance. Along the way, hike leaders will share historical anecdotes about the peak’s nomenclature, social history, geography, and ecology. The hike has several panoramic views. ***This hike is recommended only for experienced hikers.***
Meet: Swannanoa Valley Museum, 223 West State Street, Black Mountain, NC 28711
Meet Time: 8:00AM
Estimated Return Time: 5:00PM
Difficulty: Strenuous, 9 miles; This will be a daylong hike across all seven peaks.
Cost: $30/$45
Before registering, please contact the Museum at 828-669-9566 or [email protected]. All participants must pass pre-screening by hike leader because of the difficulty of this hike.
https://www.facebook.com/events/139434866675970/
I’m excited to be showing at the FUMC 18th Annual Juried Art & Craft Fair along with more than 40 other artisans. I’ll have everything from glittered (and non-glittered) tumblers, stemless wine “glasses”, water bottles, even baby bottles and more! This is a great time to shop for gifts or order something personalized in time for Christmas! Looking forward to seeing you there!
https://www.facebook.com/events/261245054587665/
These programs are a great way to learn simple and effective techniques to teach your clients to improve resiliency and improve self-regulation skills.
Saturday, November 3, 2018 & Sunday, November 4, 2018
Level 2: Saturday, 9:00-12:30pm, 2:00-4:00pm & Sunday, 9:00-12:30pm, 2:00-4:00pm
Price: Level 2 -$320, $305 Early Bird before September 24, 2018
Yoga for Resiliency and Trauma Recovery Level 2 Training
Level 2 Training will take you deeper into learning the therapeutic benefits for yoga for trauma in the mind, body and spirit.
Topics include:
Self-Regulation: Principles and Sequences for Energy Regulation
Advanced Yoga Brain Games
Leadership, Liability and Documentation with Your Scope of Practice
Ethics of Yoga: A Guide to Supporting Mental Health
Application & Integration into a Clinical Setting
Enhanced Yoga Practices for Sleep Challenges
How Yoga Can Support Physical and Emotional Challenges within the Scope of Your Practice
Sound Healing Practices
Building Communication & Trust through Movement
Guided Meditations
You will also receive:
11 CE hours certified by National Association of Social Workers (9 Application, 2 Self-Care)
11 CEs through Program Services Continuing Education
Certificate of Completion
2 Highly Qualified Instructors
Comprehensive Manual
Personal experience of the techniques presented
*Level 1 is a prerequisite for Level 2*
We offer small group discounts for our trainings. These include $15 off per person when 3 people sign up together and $25 off per person when 5 people sign up together. Click here for more information.
Disclaimer: These courses are not designed to certify participants in the ability diagnose or treat mental or physical health conditions, injuries, or illnesses without additional certification in a licensed medical or other health profession. If you have any questions please contact us at [email protected]. The yoga therapy components of this teaching are based on Becca Odom’s LCSW (Clinical Social Work License) and Anna Ferguson’s certification as an C-IAYT (Certified Yoga Therapist with the International Association of Yoga Therapy), not derived from any status with the Yoga Alliance Registry.
Continuing Education Credit is sponsored by Program Services Continuing Education for Licensed Psychologists, Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists, Professional Counselors, Mental Health Counselors, Addiction Professionals and in most states for Nurses. For more information about approvals visit the approval page at www.programservices.org. Participants need to attend the entire event – partial credit is not available to psychologists due to requirements our provider approval organizations. Program Services is an approved sponsor of continuing education with the American Psychological Association. Program Services remains responsible for the content of the program. All inquiries regarding CE credits should be made to [email protected].
To Register: http://yogafortrauma.com/level-2/
https://www.facebook.com/events/211124716283959/?event_time_id=211124722950625
2nd Annual Burke Color Run
*ALL PROFITS go to Burke Health Network and Tumblemania Elite Boosters for volunteering during the event*
Register by midnight on 8/31 for $25 and get a t-shirt included. After 8/31, t-shirt will NOT be included.
All registrations received by 8/31 include a free shirt.
On-site Registration will be $25 but a shirt is NOT included!
There is a timed and a non-timed category for this race.
Dippin’ Dots – $3
Free water and snack to all runners
Check-In/Register: 8am-8:45am
Race Starts: 9am
Awards will follow after race is finished – Approximately 10:15
Top 3 overall female and male
Register: https://www.raceentry.com/races/2nd-annual-burke-color-run/2018/register
Website: www.burkesevents.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/776236225900627/
Christmas at Biltmore Daytime Celebration*
Saturday, November 3, 2018 – Sunday, January 6, 2019 (daily)
*Included with estate admission.
*Does not include “Candlelight Christmas Evenings”
Experience the holidays wreathed with the wonder of Biltmore. Our celebration presents Christmas on a grand scale with more than 55 trees decorated by our talented staff, accented with miles of ribbon, garlands, and lights. Festive menus in our restaurants and holiday wine tastings make for a memorable visit.
Learn more about #ChristmasAtBiltmore or plan your visit: biltmore.com/Christmas
https://www.facebook.com/events/148458802536575/?event_time_id=148458832536572
There will be a trash/litter clean-up on and alongside Wilson Creek on the morning of November 3rd! Come get dirty!
– What: Trash pickup on Wilson Creek
– When: Saturday November 3rd 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
– Where: Wilson Creek Visitor Center (7805 Brown Mountain Beach Rd, Collettsville, NC 28611)
– Why: Because WC is rad, and trash sucks.
– Details: This may be boat-based for folks that are comfortable paddling class III/IV whitewater, but will otherwise be focused on cleaning up trash at the public-access areas, river-access trails, parking areas, restrooms, etc. along the river corridor. Trash bags, gloves and grabbers will be provided. Collected trash will be removed from site by the US Forest Service.
Make sure to wear/bring clothing, water and food appropriate for how you plan to spend the day!
https://www.facebook.com/events/511466785989486/
Look for the IdentoGO TSA Pre✓® RV in the parking lot of AVL-Asheville Regional Airport, 61 Terminal Drive, Fletcher, NC 28732. Monday, October 29th-Thursday, November 8th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM and Friday, November 9th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. More details at: https://www.identogo.com/rv
Reflexology 16 CEUs with Pamala Martin-Jurek
Tuition: $289
10% Early Bird Discount (30 days) ~ 20% Alumni Discount
Register Online or by Phone
Our informative hands-on Reflexology workshop focuses on the central fundamentals and countless benefits this ancient art form offers.
One of the foundational principles of Reflexology is that energy support to every organ system of the body is accessible through the feet. Reflexology is renowned as an efficient, effective, holistic health practice promoting circulation and assisting muscular and nerve function. It encourages the body’s own healing process, is straightforward, and the valuable stress-relief it provides is famous round the world.
You will have an opportunity to learn the elemental skills of touching and seeing the feet as a mini-map of the entire body. This course will prepare you to create a session sequence that best serves the needs of your client by attuning your listening and sensing skills to recognize the body’s best interests.
You will also learn which methods lend greatest support to those needs and how proper hand and body mechanics will allow you to effortlessly integrate this valuable modality into your practice.
https://www.facebook.com/events/374499712978423/
Join us for a fun day for a great cause! Orchard Trace Golf Club is a par 3 course offering 18 holes in scenic Hendersonville, NC. 2-person teams can enjoy a round of golf with chances to win prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams, closest to the pin challenges, and a $25,000 Hole-in-One contest! PLUS, door prizes and free food!
The Game Plan:
Shotgun Start at 9:00 am
2 people per team / $50.00 a person
$5 Mulligans – Limit 2 per team
1 cart per team
$25,000 Hole in One Challenge on Hole #7
2 Closest to Pin challenges = $50.00/each
1st Place Team = $300
2nd Place Team = $200
3rd Place Team = $100
All proceeds go to benefit the western North Carolina chapter of Sheep Dog Impact Assistance, a 501(C)3 Nonprofit. You can find out about all of the great things they do here: www.sheepdogwnc.org
Not a golfer, but would like to contribute? You can make a direct donation here: www.sheepdogwnc.org
Please give me a call if you have any questions! 828-553-3251
https://www.facebook.com/events/493171434426198/
This is my second year selling at TCR Holiday Market, it will be an opportunity for my South Asheville fans to shop for their favorite photos for themselves or as gifts for their loved ones, including matted prints and gallery wrapped canvases.
**I am not the promoter of this show, if you want to be an artist/vendor at this event go to TC Roberson High Schools website for the application. **
The 12th annual TCR Holiday Market is the official start to Holiday shopping in Western North Carolina. It is held at TC Roberson High School and will feature artists and crafters with great Christmas Decorations and gift ideas. Come out and support small businesses and your local community.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1059821467504283/
Join Pure Yoga Asheville for a purrfectly fun event to benefit the Asheville Humane Society! Yoga with Kitties is led by Pure Yoga Asheville at the Asheville Humane Society at 14 Forever Friend Lane. The class is one hour. Cost is $15. Attendees are required to sign up ahead of time through Pure Yoga Asheville.
Kittens and cats will be provided by the Asheville Humane Society – please don’t bring your own cat. Do bring your own yoga mat. Space is limited and expected to sell out! The class is taught by Farrell! Questions – email Beth at [email protected].
https://www.facebook.com/events/330783887689322/