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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HEALTHY COOKING CLASS
Our classes have a simple objective: teach home cooks a few basic techniques, strategies and perspectives so healthy cooking is fun, creative and entirely doable. To achieve this objective, classes emphasize healthy everyday cooking.
Time: 2-3pm
Cost: $10.00/person
Location: Fitness Center, 2186 Lynn Road, Columbus, NC
Learn to compliment your weight loss or fitness routine by learning how to fuel your body the right way with these nutrition and cooking classes.
Space is limited – reserve your spot today by calling 828-859-5004!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1727424000700710/
HEALTHY COOKING CLASS
Our classes have a simple objective: teach home cooks a few basic techniques, strategies and perspectives so healthy cooking is fun, creative and entirely doable. To achieve this objective, classes emphasize healthy everyday cooking.
Time: 2-3pm
Cost: $10.00/person
Location: Fitness Center, 2186 Lynn Road, Columbus, NC
Learn to compliment your weight loss or fitness routine by learning how to fuel your body the right way with these nutrition and cooking classes.
Space is limited – reserve your spot today by calling 828-859-5004!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1727424000700710/?event_time_id=1727424020700708
Set sail for laughter as Bertie Wooster revels in life aboard the Vanderley yacht. Bertie is the pampered guest of the lively Lady Stella (very fetching profile), accompanied, as always, by his peerless valet, Jeeves. If only Bertie’s pal Crumpet hadn’t assaulted a prince. In the blink of an eye, Bertie is masquerading as a romance novelist, Crumpet’s posing as his own long-lost twin, and a sinister foreign count is challenging Bertie to a duel. Will this madcap case of mistaken identities end in Bertie’s doom–or worse, his marriage? Have no fear; Jeeves will sort it all out.
https://www.facebook.com/events/207255683399759/?event_time_id=207255740066420
Presented by the Middle School Academy students, come join in the magical celebration of love and lost in Once on this Island, Jr. With its poignant story and catchy Caribbean-flavored score, Once on This Island JR. is a highly original theatrical adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s popular fairy tale, The Little Mermaid, and the Tony-nominated Broadway musical by the legendary writing team, Ahrens and Flaherty.
Through almost non-stop song and dance, this full-hearted musical tells the story of Ti Moune, a peasant girl who rescues and falls in love with Daniel, a wealthy boy from the other side of her island. When Daniel is returned to his people, the fantastical gods who rule the island guide Ti Moune on a quest that will test the strength of her love against the powerful forces of prejudice, hatred and even death.
https://www.facebook.com/events/734138503639000/?event_time_id=734138510305666
Presented by the Middle School Academy students, come join in the magical celebration of love and lost in Once on this Island, Jr. With its poignant story and catchy Caribbean-flavored score, Once on This Island JR. is a highly original theatrical adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s popular fairy tale, The Little Mermaid, and the Tony-nominated Broadway musical by the legendary writing team, Ahrens and Flaherty.
Through almost non-stop song and dance, this full-hearted musical tells the story of Ti Moune, a peasant girl who rescues and falls in love with Daniel, a wealthy boy from the other side of her island. When Daniel is returned to his people, the fantastical gods who rule the island guide Ti Moune on a quest that will test the strength of her love against the powerful forces of prejudice, hatred and even death.
https://www.facebook.com/events/734138503639000/
We are so thrilled to be hosting the very talented Kristen Mode. She will be running the paint class.
All you need to bring is your wonderful self.
It’s $25 per person.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2030751293884637/
In this special Sunday afternoon class we will have Joline Lewis of Sweet Magnolia Bakery teach us how to make an easy and delicious Chocolate Lava Cake and Brownie Truffles. You will take home these delectable treats! One Mimosa or beverage of your choice included. Cost is $25. Must have 10 people to hold the class! So grab a friend and join us!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2523706431032694/
Hey y’all!
We have a new fun kid’s event!
I scream, you scream, we all scream for UNICORNS! … and ICE CREAM!
Kids can choose to paint a unicorn figure, a unicorn plate, or a sundae bowl!
Price includes the pottery, the ice cream, all the toppings, and a few more surprises!
https://www.facebook.com/events/621479034940503/
Join us on Sunday, Feb 10, 2019, from 2-4 pm at The Summit in our Hendersonville location for a special event. Create your own romantic red blend with Burntshirt wines, perfect for Valentine’s day! We will be providing a selection of artisanal cheeses, meats, and chocolate covered strawberries. There will be a friendly wine blending competition with a prize at the end!
Tickets
$35 General Admission
$30 Wine Club Members
https://www.facebook.com/events/1004193536431508/
Join Lauren for an Intro to Pole Fitness 6 week series. By the end of this series, students will be all set to attend Pole 2 classes, and may also attend any Pole Dance classes on the schedule (such as Sultry Pole). Students will learn Pole Fitness Level 1 in its entirety, and will be proficient in many beginner skills upon completion. Expect a thorough yoga-inspired full body warm up followed by pole conditioning skills to help you achieve your pole fitness goals. Students will also learn basic pole combinations in addition to skills, and will have time to experiment and play at the end of class. Class will end with a brief feel-good cool down stretch session.
$60 for the full series, occurs on Sundays at 2:15-3:15pm from January 13th to February 17th. Sign up now from your student account at circusdb.org/empyrean. We only allow for 6 sign ups for the beginner series for the comfort of new students and to allow for ample time on the poles, so be sure to sign up ASAP as these series sell out QUICK! We offer 2 hours of open studio per missed class of a series.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2363783717174509/?event_time_id=2363783733841174
Music by Tom Snow; Lyrics by Dean Pitchford; Stage Adaptation by Dean Pitchford and Walter Bobbie
A musical version of the 1984 film! When teenager Ren McCormack moves from Chicago to a small town, he isn’t prepared for the stifling local laws, including a ban on dancing and rock music instituted by the local preacher. As he struggles to fit in, he encourages his classmates to defy the local pastor and call for a rock’n’roll prom. Fist pump!
“Footloose” combines songs from the hit 1984 soundtrack with dynamic new songs – and though it might seem like just a lot of fun, it also celebrates the wisdom of opening minds and listening to the voices of young people. Director Jerry Crouch, music director Lynda Ferrell Shuler, and choreographer Tina Pisano-Foor have put together an incredible cast of students and adults from our community to bring “Footloose” to life!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2588474317859196/?event_time_id=2588474327859195
Letters to Abigail return to Saint Paul Mountain vineyards!
Some folks describe their music as a simple southern pleasure. Digging down into the roots of the region, they blend a classic approach to a new original sound, drenched in powerful lyrics, acoustic melodies and soulful harmonies.
https://www.facebook.com/events/288042748560976/
A 90 minute sound immersion utilizing the powerful vibrations of large gongs interspersed with the gentle sounds of Himalayan and crystal bowls.
Most who attend sound immersions prefer to lie down and Brevard Yoga has some mats and blankets for use, but feel free to bring what you need to be comfortable.
Chairs will also be available.
Tickets are $15 in Advance and $20 the day of the event.
https://www.facebook.com/events/238895437051599/
Jack of the Wood : Sunday-Irish Session
Sundays
1 till who knows when?
Traditional Irish music is kept alive at Jack of the Wood with our unplugged Sunday session.
Jack of the Wood
95 Patton ave
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 252.5445
Asheville Street Tweaks celebrates the volunteers who launched AVL’s first tactical urbanism project on Coxe Ave. Let’s return to the corridor and toast to teamwork, collaboration, and safe facilities that work for all.
https://www.facebook.com/events/538700793277619/
Join us immediately following the Healthy Cooking Class at 3:15pm to here Dr. Picone speak on how enzymes can help with your health issues.
https://www.facebook.com/events/393939768008784/
Making great tasting, nutritious, and well-balanced foods conveniently for a great price.
www.delivolv.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/231751701095824/
Please join Asheville’s world music trio Free Planet Radio for a Concert and Sound Meditation to celebrate the release of our latest album, Stillness.
This album is an exploration of new territory in spaciousness. Exquisitely beautiful, compelling and mystical, it draws on many exotic musical traditions that take the listener on a sound journey to a deep inner realm of consciousness.
The special evening will consist of two sets. The first set will be a sound meditation featuring compositions from Stillness. The second set will be a concert of gems from our world fusion repertoire.
To maintain an atmosphere of peacefulness and quiet, please arrive in time to find your seat before we begin at 4:00. This format not appropriate for small children. Join us afterwards for a reception and CD signing. CDs will be offered for sale.
Free Planet Radio consists of multi-instrumentalist Chris Rosser, bassist Eliot Wadopian and multi-percussionist River Guerguerian. For more information on the band and to hear some sound samples please visit – www.freeplanetradio.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/291669451674757/
Weekly Jazz Jam Hosted by UNCA Music Department
Every Sunday from 4:00- 7:00 pm
$3 students suggested donation
$5 non-students suggested donation
The band begins at 4:00. Jam (with a full rhythm section) begins at 5:00 and goes until 7:00.
Unfortunately Mary Steinbrecher is still not feeling well and will not be performing this week, but fear not she will return to sing and lead the band another week upon her recovery! So instead the house band will be playing in tribute to Cannonball Adderley featuring guitarist Mathew Manning. Come bring your axe and jam or just hang!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2233868093535790/
Weekly Jazz Jam Hosted by UNCA Music Department
Every Sunday from 4:00- 7:00 pm
$3 students suggested donation
$5 non-students suggested donation
The band begins at 4:00. Jam (with a full rhythm section) begins at 5:00 and goes until 7:00.
Unfortunately Mary Steinbrecher is still not feeling well and will not be performing this week, but fear not she will return to sing and lead the band another week upon her recovery! So instead the house band will be playing in tribute to Cannonball Adderley featuring guitarist Mathew Manning. Come bring your axe and jam or just hang!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2233868093535790/?event_time_id=2233868103535789
Local Musicians Patrick Dodd and Joshua Singleton organize a weekly blues jam session right after you’re done with brunch. A rotating lineup of local Asheville talent will be gracing your ears with sweet, sweet tunes. Grab the crew and set up camp for the afternoon!
https://www.facebook.com/events/530476027374789/?event_time_id=530476044041454
Southern Run – Feb 2019
serenegreenbluegrass.com/tour
https://www.facebook.com/events/2082345702076048/
Performing:
APRIL B & THE COOL
JEFF SANTIAGO Y LOS GATOS
MOLLI PARTI
and others T.B.A.
On Dec. 12,2018
Appalachia lost a native son,
One who poured passion
into family and culture;
friendship and task.
Lionhearted, he cruised
a Sunday morning,
Earthwise groove;
never so proud
as to be unkind;
just enough to call,
“that’s real”.
And his giggle boomed
But his sweetest honey,
was the funk
in his feet.
It picked all up,
when he got down.
For the soul of Brian Christopher Daniel
Let’s Dance
N.H.
Join us in the honor of this beautiful soul while acknowledging what would have been his 50th, and let’s shake a rug as he would have wanted.
We will also be raising funds to support www.theadeproject.org
in his honor.
https://www.facebook.com/events/391449768269927/
Bywater Bluegrass Jam Every Sunday from 4-7pm and hosted by Drew Matulich! Come out and enjoy some Bluegrass Music on the French Broad River and bring a friend!
https://www.facebook.com/events/256311128567439/?event_time_id=256311258567426
Garry is back in town and performing a special show with RG Rourke, Chris Smith, and Carrie Morrison. Don’t miss out!
https://www.facebook.com/events/428635771214070/
FREE DEAD
https://www.facebook.com/events/232282704370265/
Have you found yourself drawn to Asheville Raven & Crone without quite knowing why? Exploring your spirituality as a lone practitioner, wondering where your path will lead you? Would you like to meet others who are on their own path, or on one similar to yours? Do you have questions but not quite sure where to find the answers?
Join David and Tree as we explore different pathways and journeys, practices and faiths, rituals and celebrations. The Welcoming Circle is open to all faiths, genders, and beliefs. We ask that you join the circle with an open heart and mind, as we discuss and explore our eclectic paths. For further information, contact David Taliesin at www.facebook.com/davidtaliesinauthor. The Welcoming Circle meets the 2nd Sunday of each month and is co-hosted by David Taliesin and Tree Higgins.
This coming Sunday we’re going to open our circle by making altered playing cards which are used to help us set our intentions. There is no cost and everyone will leave with at least one card they made! Don’t miss it!
https://www.facebook.com/events/573765603126001/
TOPIC: What do you want to see in a trauma-informed society? What makes communities, groups, and workplaces feel safe? What do you wish your neurotypical friends understood about you?
ABOUT US: Trauma Resource Group is an inclusive space for sharing mental health resources, coping strategies, recovery stories, and science about the mind-body-social connection. We welcome survivors of trauma as well as anyone who wants to support the survivors in their life by being better informed.
We recognize that trauma is a nearly universal fact of modern life and that all types of people need support in dealing with past experiences that still impact them today. Together we seek to understand the developmental and neurological patterns that evolved to protect us in crisis, so that we can encourage self-compassion and practice strategies for coping, calming, and healing.
ABOUT THIS EVENT: Discussions usually start with presentation of information around a specific topic followed by an invitation to share your experience with that topic. This week will be mostly discussion. The circle is a space where anyone can share without being shamed or judged. You are more than welcome to just sit and listen if you don’t want to share. We meet in the back room of the bookstore. Please feel free to purchase tea or coffee at the front counter before you join us. This event is free. Donations to Trauma Resource Group are accepted, but not expected.
A word of caution: Please be sure you have a support system in place such as access to a professional therapist. These topics have triggers that may cause flashbacks or other intense emotional experiences. If the work becomes too stressful, please take care of yourself by taking a break and/or asking for support. This group does not provide medical or psychiatric advice, and it is not a substitute for professional help.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2098098543592111/
As we step into 2019 ,there is still a substantial amount of unrest in the world. Yogi Bhajan said we would get though these times. By gifting us with his teachings and kundalini yoga so many years ago, we now have the tools to carry us through so that we might help others do the same. Kundalini yoga has given me an inner strength to move forward, as a healthy, happy,(w)holy human and I hope to share it with you.
Please come and dive into this series as we focus on developing a neutral mind and a fully open heart. In this we can find grace, compassion, courage, inner peace and embrace all that is available to us to change our world within and around us.
This is a great place to start if you have never tried Kundalini Yoga. If you have questions [email protected] or 828-606-4092
https://www.facebook.com/events/540897983078179/?event_time_id=540897986411512
$15 / $18
Often seen performing with folk icon Tom Rush, Singer/Songwriter Matt Nakoa returns to ISIS Music Hall on his own for an exciting evening of music.
Matt Nakoa grew up on a small goat farm in New York State and began composing music as a teenager. Following a formative stint as a classical pianist, Matt won scholarship to attend Berklee College of Music in Boston. There he studied alongside soon-to-be Grammy winners St. Vincent and Esperanza Spaulding among others. After college, Matt toured with his band, The Fens, and eventually landed in New York City’s vibrant piano bar scene. Matt quickly became a star performer at Manhattan’s Brandy’s Piano Bar, with lines outside the door each Saturday night.
Seated Lounge Show:: Limited Tables Available with a Dinner Reservation :: All Other Seating is First Come First Serve General Admission :: Please Call Venue for Dinner (Table) Reservations
https://www.facebook.com/events/499898427170907/