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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Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Registration Opens for ASAP’s 2021 Business of Farming Virtual Conference
Jan 27 all-day
Online w/ ASAP

The conference will offer more than a dozen workshops led by farmers and regional professionals, including several that address the continued effects of COVID-19 on the industry, such as Direct Marketing in the Time of COVID, Optimizing Your Online Store, and Planning for Meat Sales in 2021. The conference also includes a business planning track in collaboration with Mountain BizWorks. The popular Grower-Buyer Meeting will return in a virtual format, giving farmers the chance to meet individually with grocers, distributors, and chefs. Farmers can receive one-on-one support on legal, recordkeeping, marketing, and production planning issues.

The 2021 Winter Buzz Breakfast Series: Removal of Confederate Monuments
Jan 27 @ 8:30 am – 9:30 am
Online
2021 Winter Buzz Breakfast Series

The 2021 Winter Buzz Breakfast series, hosted by Leadership Asheville and the Asheville Area Arts Council, focuses on Equity in Creative Placemaking. This approach uses arts strategies to involve those that live, work, and play in a community a role in the urban design process.

Presenting Sponsor for the 2021 Winter Buzz Breakfast series is The Van Winkle Law Firm. Additional funding for this series was provided by Explore Asheville and the North Carolina Arts Council.

Note: Make sure to fill out your profile when registering! The event room opens at 8:30 am for networking before each presentation.

Mitch Landrieu

MITCH LANDRIEU

January 27 | 8:30 am

The series begins with a look at the removal of Confederate Monuments with special guest Mitch Landrieu, former Mayor of New Orleans, and author of In the Shadow of Statues: A White Southerner Confronts History. The presentation concludes with a Q&A period moderated by Darin Waters of the Waters & Harvey Show and Aisha Adams of The Asheville View.

Build Your Business with Facebook
Jan 27 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Online w/ Blue Ridge Community College

No cost due to sponsor support

Facebook is the largest and most prolific social media channel out there with over 2 billion users. So, how to best leverage it for your business or nonprofit? In this session we will cover all the most important basics for 2020 and beyond:

  • How to position your brand on Facebook
  • Best practices for a successful Facebook business page
  • What type of content to post/share to get the most engagement
  • What type of content Facebook favors which increases your visibility
  • When to post, how often, and how to tag for more engagement
  • How to leverage Reviews
  • A quick starting look into boosting/paid ads
  • Live Q&A

Speaker(s): Aaron Wesley Means

Co-Sponsor(s): Henderson County Chamber of Commerce, Brevard/Transylvania Chamber of Commerce

Webinar info will be emailed after registration

Thursday, January 28, 2021
Around the Web w/ BMC: The National Arts Club: On Demand
Jan 28 all-day
Online w/ Brevard Music Center

Around The Web

Live-streamed performances, resources, and activities we love from around the web, updated regularly.

The National Arts Club: On Demand
Founded in 1898, The National Arts Club boasts more than 150 free programs to the public, including exhibitions, theatrical and musical performances, lectures, and readings. Current and archived videos are available and are updated weekly.

Virtual Business After Hours
Jan 28 @ 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Online w/ Henderson County Chamber
Main Logo
Your Chance to Build Great Connections Virtually – You Don’t Want to Miss This Event!
Business After Hours is the Chamber’s premier networking event and the best chance for your to make valuable connections to build your business – all while having a great time! Steve Smith with the Henderson County Health Department will also give a COVID Update. This event will be hosted virtually using Zoom. There is no cost to attend but registration is required.
*Meeting log-in information will be provided via registration confirmation email.
Friday, January 29, 2021
Around the Web w/ BMC: The National Arts Club: On Demand
Jan 29 all-day
Online w/ Brevard Music Center

Around The Web

Live-streamed performances, resources, and activities we love from around the web, updated regularly.

The National Arts Club: On Demand
Founded in 1898, The National Arts Club boasts more than 150 free programs to the public, including exhibitions, theatrical and musical performances, lectures, and readings. Current and archived videos are available and are updated weekly.

What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast
Jan 29 all-day
Online w/ Henderson County Chamber
What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast with Johnson Price Sprinkle Partner, Rollin Groseclose
New PPP 1st and 2nd draw loans are now available, but there are still a lot of questions surrounding requirements, eligibility and payback. Rollin Groseclose, Partner at Johnson Price Sprinkle was a recent podcast guest and gave guidance on PPP.

Job Fair B.B. Barns The Garden Company Preregistration Required
Jan 29 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
B.B. Barns The Garden Company

We are currently looking for our 2021 seasonal team members.
Positions Available:
Retail Customer Associate
Cashier
Customer Loader
Waterer
Receiving Department Assistant
Nursery & Perennial Support
Installation & Delivery Assistant
Container Garden Installation Assistant
Job Fairs:
These job fairs are to meet potential team members and get to know them before call back interviews.
The job fairs will run:
Fri. Jan. 29th & Sat. Jan. 30th and Fri. Feb. 5th & Sat. Feb. 6th.
You must sign up to claim your spot during these days.
Please visit our Career page for more information on the positions available and how to sign up for your spot.
Saturday, January 30, 2021
Registration Opens for ASAP’s 2021 Business of Farming Virtual Conference
Jan 30 all-day
Online w/ ASAP

The conference will offer more than a dozen workshops led by farmers and regional professionals, including several that address the continued effects of COVID-19 on the industry, such as Direct Marketing in the Time of COVID, Optimizing Your Online Store, and Planning for Meat Sales in 2021. The conference also includes a business planning track in collaboration with Mountain BizWorks. The popular Grower-Buyer Meeting will return in a virtual format, giving farmers the chance to meet individually with grocers, distributors, and chefs. Farmers can receive one-on-one support on legal, recordkeeping, marketing, and production planning issues.

What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast
Jan 30 all-day
Online w/ Henderson County Chamber
What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast with Johnson Price Sprinkle Partner, Rollin Groseclose
New PPP 1st and 2nd draw loans are now available, but there are still a lot of questions surrounding requirements, eligibility and payback. Rollin Groseclose, Partner at Johnson Price Sprinkle was a recent podcast guest and gave guidance on PPP.

Job Fair B.B. Barns The Garden Company Preregistration Required
Jan 30 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
B.B. Barns The Garden Company

We are currently looking for our 2021 seasonal team members.
Positions Available:
Retail Customer Associate
Cashier
Customer Loader
Waterer
Receiving Department Assistant
Nursery & Perennial Support
Installation & Delivery Assistant
Container Garden Installation Assistant
Job Fairs:
These job fairs are to meet potential team members and get to know them before call back interviews.
The job fairs will run:
Fri. Jan. 29th & Sat. Jan. 30th and Fri. Feb. 5th & Sat. Feb. 6th.
You must sign up to claim your spot during these days.
Please visit our Career page for more information on the positions available and how to sign up for your spot.
Sunday, January 31, 2021
Registration Opens for ASAP’s 2021 Business of Farming Virtual Conference
Jan 31 all-day
Online w/ ASAP

The conference will offer more than a dozen workshops led by farmers and regional professionals, including several that address the continued effects of COVID-19 on the industry, such as Direct Marketing in the Time of COVID, Optimizing Your Online Store, and Planning for Meat Sales in 2021. The conference also includes a business planning track in collaboration with Mountain BizWorks. The popular Grower-Buyer Meeting will return in a virtual format, giving farmers the chance to meet individually with grocers, distributors, and chefs. Farmers can receive one-on-one support on legal, recordkeeping, marketing, and production planning issues.

What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast
Jan 31 all-day
Online w/ Henderson County Chamber
What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast with Johnson Price Sprinkle Partner, Rollin Groseclose
New PPP 1st and 2nd draw loans are now available, but there are still a lot of questions surrounding requirements, eligibility and payback. Rollin Groseclose, Partner at Johnson Price Sprinkle was a recent podcast guest and gave guidance on PPP.

Food Truck Sundays
Jan 31 @ 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, February 1, 2021
Registration Opens for ASAP’s 2021 Business of Farming Virtual Conference
Feb 1 all-day
Online w/ ASAP

The conference will offer more than a dozen workshops led by farmers and regional professionals, including several that address the continued effects of COVID-19 on the industry, such as Direct Marketing in the Time of COVID, Optimizing Your Online Store, and Planning for Meat Sales in 2021. The conference also includes a business planning track in collaboration with Mountain BizWorks. The popular Grower-Buyer Meeting will return in a virtual format, giving farmers the chance to meet individually with grocers, distributors, and chefs. Farmers can receive one-on-one support on legal, recordkeeping, marketing, and production planning issues.

What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast
Feb 1 all-day
Online w/ Henderson County Chamber
What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast with Johnson Price Sprinkle Partner, Rollin Groseclose
New PPP 1st and 2nd draw loans are now available, but there are still a lot of questions surrounding requirements, eligibility and payback. Rollin Groseclose, Partner at Johnson Price Sprinkle was a recent podcast guest and gave guidance on PPP.

Tuesday, February 2, 2021
Registration Opens for ASAP’s 2021 Business of Farming Virtual Conference
Feb 2 all-day
Online w/ ASAP

The conference will offer more than a dozen workshops led by farmers and regional professionals, including several that address the continued effects of COVID-19 on the industry, such as Direct Marketing in the Time of COVID, Optimizing Your Online Store, and Planning for Meat Sales in 2021. The conference also includes a business planning track in collaboration with Mountain BizWorks. The popular Grower-Buyer Meeting will return in a virtual format, giving farmers the chance to meet individually with grocers, distributors, and chefs. Farmers can receive one-on-one support on legal, recordkeeping, marketing, and production planning issues.

What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast
Feb 2 all-day
Online w/ Henderson County Chamber
What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast with Johnson Price Sprinkle Partner, Rollin Groseclose
New PPP 1st and 2nd draw loans are now available, but there are still a lot of questions surrounding requirements, eligibility and payback. Rollin Groseclose, Partner at Johnson Price Sprinkle was a recent podcast guest and gave guidance on PPP.

Nominations for the 14th Annual ATHENA Leadership Award Now Open
Feb 2 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Online/ Henderson Chamber of Commerce
The Henderson County Chamber of Commerce and Pardee UNC Health Care, along with Morris Broadband and Judy Stroud – State Farm Insurance, are pleased to announce the 14th Annual ATHENA Award of Henderson County in memory of Vanessa, Y. Mintz. Nominations are now open for the 2021 ATHENA award, which will be presented at the Professional Women’s Luncheon, tentatively scheduled for May, to an exemplary leader who has achieved excellence in their business or profession, served the community in a meaningful way, and, most importantly, actively assisted women to achieve their full leadership potential.
ATHENA International is a women’s leadership organization that supports, develops, and honors women leaders through the programs it administers. Vanessa Y. Mintz brought the ATHENA award to Henderson County in 2008 and she embodied the values underlying ATHENA International’s philosophy of incorporating the talent and expertise of women into the leadership of our businesses, our communities, and our government. This program is facilitated locally by the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce as a licensed ATHENA host organization.
Nominations are sought throughout the community. Recipients are selected by a diverse group of out-of-town professional judges, based on ATHENA leadership criteria. Those interested in nominating should plan to tell their compelling story as if to a stranger. The deadline for nomination is Friday, April 2 at 5:00 pm. For more information, contact the Chamber at 828-692-1413
Wednesday, February 3, 2021
What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast
Feb 3 all-day
Online w/ Henderson County Chamber
What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast with Johnson Price Sprinkle Partner, Rollin Groseclose
New PPP 1st and 2nd draw loans are now available, but there are still a lot of questions surrounding requirements, eligibility and payback. Rollin Groseclose, Partner at Johnson Price Sprinkle was a recent podcast guest and gave guidance on PPP.

Nominations for the 14th Annual ATHENA Leadership Award Now Open
Feb 3 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Online/ Henderson Chamber of Commerce
The Henderson County Chamber of Commerce and Pardee UNC Health Care, along with Morris Broadband and Judy Stroud – State Farm Insurance, are pleased to announce the 14th Annual ATHENA Award of Henderson County in memory of Vanessa, Y. Mintz. Nominations are now open for the 2021 ATHENA award, which will be presented at the Professional Women’s Luncheon, tentatively scheduled for May, to an exemplary leader who has achieved excellence in their business or profession, served the community in a meaningful way, and, most importantly, actively assisted women to achieve their full leadership potential.
ATHENA International is a women’s leadership organization that supports, develops, and honors women leaders through the programs it administers. Vanessa Y. Mintz brought the ATHENA award to Henderson County in 2008 and she embodied the values underlying ATHENA International’s philosophy of incorporating the talent and expertise of women into the leadership of our businesses, our communities, and our government. This program is facilitated locally by the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce as a licensed ATHENA host organization.
Nominations are sought throughout the community. Recipients are selected by a diverse group of out-of-town professional judges, based on ATHENA leadership criteria. Those interested in nominating should plan to tell their compelling story as if to a stranger. The deadline for nomination is Friday, April 2 at 5:00 pm. For more information, contact the Chamber at 828-692-1413
Thursday, February 4, 2021
What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast
Feb 4 all-day
Online w/ Henderson County Chamber
What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast with Johnson Price Sprinkle Partner, Rollin Groseclose
New PPP 1st and 2nd draw loans are now available, but there are still a lot of questions surrounding requirements, eligibility and payback. Rollin Groseclose, Partner at Johnson Price Sprinkle was a recent podcast guest and gave guidance on PPP.

COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) 2021 Relaunch Updates
Feb 4 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Online
SBA and the SBTDC COVID-19 Business Recovery and Resiliency Program will provide a general overview of the Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program related to provisions in the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (the Economic Aid Act) from the US SBA NC District Office. This update will be hosted virtually on Thursday, February 4th from 9 – 10 am.
Agenda:
  1. Where We Are / Key Dates
  2. EIDL Overview
  3. EIDL Application
  4. Reconsideration Process
  5. What to do Now / Additional Resources
Speakers include SBA Acting District Director Michael P. Arriola and SBA Economic Development Specialist Levi Kinnard.
Nominations for the 14th Annual ATHENA Leadership Award Now Open
Feb 4 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Online/ Henderson Chamber of Commerce
The Henderson County Chamber of Commerce and Pardee UNC Health Care, along with Morris Broadband and Judy Stroud – State Farm Insurance, are pleased to announce the 14th Annual ATHENA Award of Henderson County in memory of Vanessa, Y. Mintz. Nominations are now open for the 2021 ATHENA award, which will be presented at the Professional Women’s Luncheon, tentatively scheduled for May, to an exemplary leader who has achieved excellence in their business or profession, served the community in a meaningful way, and, most importantly, actively assisted women to achieve their full leadership potential.
ATHENA International is a women’s leadership organization that supports, develops, and honors women leaders through the programs it administers. Vanessa Y. Mintz brought the ATHENA award to Henderson County in 2008 and she embodied the values underlying ATHENA International’s philosophy of incorporating the talent and expertise of women into the leadership of our businesses, our communities, and our government. This program is facilitated locally by the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce as a licensed ATHENA host organization.
Nominations are sought throughout the community. Recipients are selected by a diverse group of out-of-town professional judges, based on ATHENA leadership criteria. Those interested in nominating should plan to tell their compelling story as if to a stranger. The deadline for nomination is Friday, April 2 at 5:00 pm. For more information, contact the Chamber at 828-692-1413
Friday, February 5, 2021
What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast
Feb 5 all-day
Online w/ Henderson County Chamber
What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast with Johnson Price Sprinkle Partner, Rollin Groseclose
New PPP 1st and 2nd draw loans are now available, but there are still a lot of questions surrounding requirements, eligibility and payback. Rollin Groseclose, Partner at Johnson Price Sprinkle was a recent podcast guest and gave guidance on PPP.

Nominations for the 14th Annual ATHENA Leadership Award Now Open
Feb 5 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Online/ Henderson Chamber of Commerce
The Henderson County Chamber of Commerce and Pardee UNC Health Care, along with Morris Broadband and Judy Stroud – State Farm Insurance, are pleased to announce the 14th Annual ATHENA Award of Henderson County in memory of Vanessa, Y. Mintz. Nominations are now open for the 2021 ATHENA award, which will be presented at the Professional Women’s Luncheon, tentatively scheduled for May, to an exemplary leader who has achieved excellence in their business or profession, served the community in a meaningful way, and, most importantly, actively assisted women to achieve their full leadership potential.
ATHENA International is a women’s leadership organization that supports, develops, and honors women leaders through the programs it administers. Vanessa Y. Mintz brought the ATHENA award to Henderson County in 2008 and she embodied the values underlying ATHENA International’s philosophy of incorporating the talent and expertise of women into the leadership of our businesses, our communities, and our government. This program is facilitated locally by the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce as a licensed ATHENA host organization.
Nominations are sought throughout the community. Recipients are selected by a diverse group of out-of-town professional judges, based on ATHENA leadership criteria. Those interested in nominating should plan to tell their compelling story as if to a stranger. The deadline for nomination is Friday, April 2 at 5:00 pm. For more information, contact the Chamber at 828-692-1413
Job Fair B.B. Barns The Garden Company Preregistration Required
Feb 5 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
B.B. Barns The Garden Company

We are currently looking for our 2021 seasonal team members.
Positions Available:
Retail Customer Associate
Cashier
Customer Loader
Waterer
Receiving Department Assistant
Nursery & Perennial Support
Installation & Delivery Assistant
Container Garden Installation Assistant
Job Fairs:
These job fairs are to meet potential team members and get to know them before call back interviews.
The job fairs will run:
Fri. Jan. 29th & Sat. Jan. 30th and Fri. Feb. 5th & Sat. Feb. 6th.
You must sign up to claim your spot during these days.
Please visit our Career page for more information on the positions available and how to sign up for your spot.
Saturday, February 6, 2021
What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast
Feb 6 all-day
Online w/ Henderson County Chamber
What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast with Johnson Price Sprinkle Partner, Rollin Groseclose
New PPP 1st and 2nd draw loans are now available, but there are still a lot of questions surrounding requirements, eligibility and payback. Rollin Groseclose, Partner at Johnson Price Sprinkle was a recent podcast guest and gave guidance on PPP.

Job Fair B.B. Barns The Garden Company Preregistration Required
Feb 6 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
B.B. Barns The Garden Company

We are currently looking for our 2021 seasonal team members.
Positions Available:
Retail Customer Associate
Cashier
Customer Loader
Waterer
Receiving Department Assistant
Nursery & Perennial Support
Installation & Delivery Assistant
Container Garden Installation Assistant
Job Fairs:
These job fairs are to meet potential team members and get to know them before call back interviews.
The job fairs will run:
Fri. Jan. 29th & Sat. Jan. 30th and Fri. Feb. 5th & Sat. Feb. 6th.
You must sign up to claim your spot during these days.
Please visit our Career page for more information on the positions available and how to sign up for your spot.
Sunday, February 7, 2021
What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast
Feb 7 all-day
Online w/ Henderson County Chamber
What You Need to Know for the New PPP – Podcast with Johnson Price Sprinkle Partner, Rollin Groseclose
New PPP 1st and 2nd draw loans are now available, but there are still a lot of questions surrounding requirements, eligibility and payback. Rollin Groseclose, Partner at Johnson Price Sprinkle was a recent podcast guest and gave guidance on PPP.