Calendar of Events

We are excited to announce our first annual CCA Asheville event coming in January to Highland Brewing Co. As concerns with the future of our coastal fisheries and habitat becoming more and more critical, we are looking forward to bringing a voice for these issues to the western part of our state. To read more about our activity in Asheville and why all N.C. citizens should care about the issues at our coast, check out our latest blog post at https://ccanc.org/an-appeal-to-western-n-c-sportsmen/ and get your tickets to the event at ccanc.org/event/Asheville

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The Cooperative Extension of Polk County is hosting our annual berry plant sale. This year, the Cooperative Extension director has chosen four varieties of blueberries, two varieties of raspberries, two varieties of strawberries, and one blackberry variety that have proven to specifically thrive in the North Carolina Foothills.

Orders will be accepted for plants now through February 22 and will be available for pickup in mid-March. Proceeds from this fundraiser go to support the activities, classes, and research that make the Cooperative Extension such a vital part of the Polk County community. For more information or to place an order, visit the Extension’s website at https://polk.ces.ncsu.edu or give us a call at 894-8218.

Download the Order Form HERE: https://polk.ces.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/2019-Berry-Plant-Order-Form-Writeable.pdf?fwd=no

https://www.facebook.com/events/393022604782447/?event_time_id=393022608115780

Stop over to the Cyber Cafe from 9-2 to give blood for those in need! The Blood Connection will be here at the Parkway and we are happy to help them collect. This is open to the public and all are welcome!

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When reflecting on the current state of the environment, it seems that we have entered into times of seismic sorrows. Carbon emissions, water pollution, fracking, and changing climate patterns all point to a troubling reality with serious consequences for human and non-human populations. Through weavings, installations, sculpture, and print, artists Rena Detrixhe and Tali Weinberg (Tulsa, OK) explore the complex relationship between humans and the planet, offering insights, expressing grief, and creating space for resilience and change.

In Time of Seismic Sorrows is curated by Marilyn Zapf and organized by the Center for Craft. The Center for Craft is supported in part by the N.C. Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.

Winter can be the most beautiful time of the year at Chimney Rock. Leafless trees make for expansive views of Lake Lure and the Hickory Nut Gorge. The sky is clear; you’re likely to find a quiet spot to sit and enjoy the peacefulness. You may even see a critter scamper by you in the forest. Capture that special moment or scene on your camera, enter it in our Winter Wonders Photo Contest and tell us about it. We’ll use the winning entries on our website and Facebook album, and you’ll win some fun prizes. Photos must be taken within the Chimney Rock section of the Park.

Cost: No additional cost to enter.

https://www.facebook.com/events/789533238046693/?event_time_id=789533314713352

Join us Thursday, January 24th for Guest Appreciation Day and receive a FREE scoop of Classic Carol!

*While Supplies Lasts

https://www.facebook.com/events/2145328845777909/

We are honored to share our passion for our Beloved Black Bears in our exhibit at the “FW Gallery” in Woolworth Walk – downtown Asheville. We are grateful to have been chosen to be their Featured Artists. We want to also thank the many lovely people who work at Woolworth Walk and have supported and assisted us with the exhibit.

The FW Gallery exhibit will end Tuesday, January 29th at 6pm. Our permanent artist booth #229 downstairs “Beloved Black Bear” has over 50 black bear canvases 11×14 at $75 each. We hope you will stop by to visit.

We are happy to say that many black bear canvases have been sold and are now adorning many homes. Our wish is for all of us to share our compassion for the black bear with our friends, family, and neighbors and create connections with the bears giving them a voice.

Love, April Johnson & Jeff Miller

https://www.facebook.com/events/300039080626478/?event_time_id=300039157293137

Introduction To Sculpture

Mac McCusker

Thursdays, 11am-1:30pm
January 10- February 28

Ever wanted to try your hand at sculpting with clay? This introductory class will enable you to competently create small-scale sculptures of animals or people. Learn to build with slabs, coils, and solid clay sculpting to advance your ceramic skills or elevate the quality of your work! Using images and sketches as a reference, we will make several pieces in class using a combination of building techniques. This class is for all levels.

Level: All Levels
Tuition: $310 + $55 Lab Fee

This Pale Ale has lots of citrusy/grapefruit aroma from the Magnum Hops thrown in the whirlpool, along with a little bit of spice from the Belgian Yeast used during fermentation. Cheers!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1119271741580283/

Our annual month of classic anime returns on Friday, January 4th featuring the best movies from Studio Ghibli and animation legend Hayao Miyazaki!

THE MOVIES & DATES ARE…

Jan. 4 – 7: Spirited Away
Jan. 8 – 10: Kiki’s Delivery Service – 30th Anniversary
Jan. 11 – 14: Princess Mononoke
Jan. 15 – 17: Porco Rosso
Jan. 18 – 21: Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind – 35th Anniversary
Jan. 22 – 24: Grave of the Fireflies (NOT FOR YOUNG VIEWERS)
Jan. 25 – 28: My Neighbor Totoro
Jan. 29 – 31: The Cat Returns
Feb. 1 – 4: Howl’s Moving Castle – 15th Anniversary
Feb. 5 – 7: Castle in the Sky

SHOWTIMES:
There will be two matinees and a 10:00 pm show every day for each movie. We’ll post specific showtimes for each movie here and on our website’s movie page.

SPECIAL BONUS… At the final 10:00 pm show of each movie we will show the original Japanese version with English subtitles! All other shows will be the English dubbed version.

TICKET INFO:
Tickets are only $3.00, and sales operate on our normal ticket policy of going on sale 24 hours before your desired show date.

For example, Friday movie tickets go on sale Thursday, the day before.

https://www.facebook.com/events/359072128006762/?event_time_id=359072204673421

Certified Sacred Passage Doula for the dying Maggie Purnell, BSN, RN, will guide an open and loving conversation about Living and Dying Consciously by learning to embrace the inevitable with light, compassion and peace of mind. This event is free and open to the public.

Program will be held in our auditorium.

Maggie’s website is: https://maggiepurnellspd.wixsite.com/mysite

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Highlands Ice Rink is located at Kelsey Hutchinson Founders park in Highlands, NC 28741. The Ice rink’s open hours are:

Thursdays 1-8pm
Fridays-Saturdays 1-10pm
Sundays 1-5pm

all open hours depend on weather conditions.

https://www.facebook.com/events/478232852670311/?event_time_id=478232892670307

It’s National Beer Can Appreciation Day so we couldn’t think of a better time to release our FIRST ever canned beers! We will be offering two of our best sellers poured in 16oz cans which features beautiful new artwork by Zach Landrum! They will be sold in 4 packs and quantities are extremely limited (just 40 packs of each brew) so are first come, first dibs!

https://www.facebook.com/events/359639361538387/

Alternatives To Glaze

Cynthia Lee

Thursdays 3-5:30pm
January 10- February 28

Consider experimenting with some unorthodox surface treatments for a new look in your work. Using tiles, we will play with materials rolled on wet clay and cold surface techniques on bisque clay. Demonstrations and discussions will include applying these concepts to functional and sculptural work. Come with imagination, without reservations and a yearning for creative research!

Level: Intermediate
Tuition: $310 + $50 Lab Fee

If you normally associate the Mediterranean with summer, sea, and sun, it’s time re-think. This healthful and delicious diet is great in Winter (and all year-round), too. Join Family & Consumer Sciences Agent Jimmi Buell as she teaches a six-week course on eating the Mediterranean way. The class meets each Thursday at 3pm and the fee for the course is $45 (and this includes some delicious Med dishes!). Call the Polk Extension today to reserve your spot (828/894-8218) OR use our online registration link: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=cklwvrpab&oeidk=a07efwj2ke621bb3207

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Meet some of the local farmers, craft beer, cider and food makers that supply Ingles and SAMPLE!

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Join us for a delicious treat Thursday, January 24! Enjoy a flight of 4 hard ciders paired with 4 different Girl Scout Cookies or choose your favorite combo of a pint of hard cider and two cookies. We’ll have boxes of cookies for you to take home and share (or keep to yourself) from 5-9. Proceeds will be donated to the local Girl Scout Troop!

https://www.facebook.com/events/534395343743913/

Support wild animals in need! We have
partnered with Appalachian Wildlife Refuge to
raise funds for native wildlife in crisis. 10%
of all dinner proceeds will go to help the injured
and orphaned animals. We can’t wait to see you there!

https://www.facebook.com/events/199732504305652/

Curious what the 4th National Climate Assessment means for WNC and the Southeast? Join us at The Collider for a panel series with local climate scientists and experts.

The first panel, on January 24th, will feature local climate scientists who worked directly with the 4th National Climate Assessment, as well as local climate experts. Discover more about their work here in Climate City, get an introduction to the National Climate Assessment, and learn how the Southeastern United States will be affected by climate change.

Register now! Free and open to the public with suggested donation of $10/person. Light refreshments will be provided. Stay tuned for details on the second panel in February!

Curious what the 4th National Climate Assessment means for WNC and the Southeast? Join us at The Collider for a panel series with local climate scientists and experts.

The first panel, on January 24th, will feature local climate scientists who worked directly with the 4th National Climate Assessment, as well as local climate experts. Discover more about their work here in Climate City, get an introduction to the National Climate Assessment, and learn how the Southeastern United States will be affected by climate change.

Register now! Free and open to the public with suggested donation of $10/person. Light refreshments will be provided. Stay tuned for details on the second panel in February!

School Age – Registration Required
Every Thursday at 4:30pm – Marion Branch Library
Kids ages 5-10 are invited to sign up for a 15-minute reading session with one of our therapy dogs. A fun way to build literacy skills and confidence! Free and open to the public. Registration required. Spaces are limited.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1409062349230732/

After you resurface from the hustle-bustle of the holidays and settle into the new year, reconnect with members of Green Built Alliance for the winter edition of our quarterly happy-hour meetup featuring great company, free food and a cash bar at Asheville Brewing’s downtown location.

• Already a member? Come to catch up with friends.
• New to green building? Bring a question and pick the brain of one of our builders or other members.
• Interested in getting involved? Learn more about our nonprofit and becoming a member.

https://www.facebook.com/events/507181549794012/

Looking to practice speaking in Spanish or English in a fun way? Come to our Spanish Conversation Group! Our group has a facilitator who leads the discussions for intermediate to advanced speakers of both languages.Families are welcome!
Come practice and learn with us in the library!
No registration necessary.
*Group meets every other Thursday.

https://www.facebook.com/events/276087966410946/

Looking to practice speaking in Spanish or English in a fun way? Come to our Spanish Conversation Group! Our group has a facilitator who leads the discussions for intermediate to advanced speakers of both languages.Families are welcome!
Come practice and learn with us in the library!
No registration necessary.
*Group meets every other Thursday.

https://www.facebook.com/events/276087966410946/?event_time_id=276087969744279

Peace Center Artist-in-Residence Igor Begelman hosts a FREE monthly music appreciation gathering that will unpack the rich traditions, diverse styles, and great composers of chamber music and beyond. Each interlude features a unique pairing ranging from Bach and Bordeaux to Chopin and Champagne, providing a multi-sensory sip, listen, and learn experience that highlights a musical period. Interludes are the perfect time to unwind, meet up, and connect with your musical community! (Featured drink will be available for purchase.)

THIS MONTH’S PAIRING: Rossini and Rose
With the beginnings of Nationalism, the burgeoning middle class, and recent changes around the globe, the Early Romantic period was a time to explore new ideas in painting, literature, and music. Composers of the early romantic period, such as Franz Schubert and Carl Maria von Weber, became more expressive than their predecessors, expanding both the size of the orchestra and a composition’s emotional range. Join us and express yourself!

https://www.facebook.com/events/473126719876828/

Join PSABC for the history of American ENKA and its Dutch founders who created an industry and town in Hominey Valley. Travel back to 1901 when E. W. Grove’s son-in-law, Fred Seely, visited the Dutch colony of Java and met several important Dutch business men. Originally seeking a source of quinine for Grove’s famous malaria chill tonic, Seely enticed them to Asheville with assurances of water, trees for fiber and manpower.

Presenter Carol Hensley will take us through this exciting story from beginning up through the present and future plans.

Admission is free, $10 free-will donation suggested to support historic preservation and PSABC’s education series.

https://www.facebook.com/events/391218598279328/

*This workshop will be in the tap haus*

Join Asheville GreenWorks, City of Asheville, and Whole Foods Market for a FREE composting workshop. Learn basic to advanced composting techniques!

Topics:
Tumbling Composters
Static Compost Bins
Indoor Vermincomposting
How to speed up your composter
Building your own system
and MORE!

Enjoy snacks and cider provided by Whole Foods.

Static compost bins will be for sale at this workshop. Call 828-254-1776 or email [email protected] for questions.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2632447946828187/

Darren Nicholson, award-Winning Country, Bluegrass, Americana Musician.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2049602621966947/

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Thursday nights have become our favorite evenings for locals to gather to chase away the winter blues. This Thursday we present Gumbo Night!

Come in and warm up out of this cold, dreary weather with a hot and delicious bowl filled with Creole delight. The action begins at 6 pm with live gypsy jazz by Daydreams of Django.

Contact us to reserve a table by emailing us: [email protected]

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