Canadian artist Stefan Horik uses only a palette knife to create vibrant swaths of color.
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CalCast: March 29-April 1
From a celebration of Groucho Marx to a smorgasbord of Greek food, there are plenty of things to do this weekend.
Fine Arts League of the Carolina benefit postponed
The Fine Arts League of the Carolinas has postponed its Tues., March 27 fundraiser. “Tomorrow Night’s Fundraiser Postponed. Our Annual Fundraiser has been postponed. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. Our new location, where the fundraiser was to be held, is not ready. We will keep you posted on the rescheduling of […]
Bold poetry, past and present
Poet Ekere Tallie is not afraid of sensitive topics, from her family’s experiences in the Jim Crow South to her life as an African American in a post-September 11 age.
CalCast: March 22-25
See the world premier of an original play, learn to garden in small spaces and celebrate World Water Day, all in one jam-packed weekend.
Yoga for all
Asheville Community Yoga celebrates the expansion of its sliding-scale studio with grand opening festivities.
CalCast: March 15-18
Click your heels for homeless pets, party with puppets, get to know your parrot and watch local gospel choirs go head-to-head—- all in one jam-packed weekend.
Warren Wilson to host Plants and Healers of Appalachia symposium
Warren Wilson College is hosting an all-day Herbal Symposium on April 7 with the theme of “Plants and Healers of Appalachia.” The event offers an opportunity for those interested in wellness and natural healing to come together and explore the world of herbs. Display booths and workshops by well-known regional herbalists will be available from […]
CalCast: March 8-11
“Bring your own brain” to Asheville Humane Society’s trivia night. Then taste some cider or celebrate the Jewish holiday of Purim. There’s plenty to do this weekend, so let CalCast do the choosing for you.
Funny men and women take over The Grove Park Inn
The Grove Park Inn brings some of the country’s most hilarious comedians to Asheville for two nights of laughter.
Frances Perkins comes to life
Frances Perkins abolished child labor, created the 40-hour work week and dreamed up Social Security. Actress Caroline McIntyre will celebrate Perkins’ life and work at a benefit for The League of Women Voters and N.C. Stage Company.
Curly and loving it
Curly-haired girls everywhere know the horrors of straight irons and heavy conditioners. Curls Night Out celebrates the wave with a visit from Lorraine Massey, author of Curly Girl.
CalCast: March1-4
Not sure what to do this weekend? Pick anything from Motion Sculpture Movement to British cars.
Work and learn with The Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy is throwing a series of Work and Learn Parties on everything from nature photography to salamanders.
From backyard to orchard
ECO will offer a backyard orchard class to anyone interested in growing an orchard from the ground up. Photo by Bill Rhodes.
Calling all cats, dogs and guinea pigs
Is your animal the cutest in town? Snap a photo and win Sarge’s Animal Rescue’s pet photography contest.
Totally Tubular Ski Weekend
Get amped for Beech Mountain’s retro ‘80s ski festival.
CalCast: Feb. 23-26
Attack of the bluegrass, fly fishing for a good cause and a classical guitar concert are just a few things to do this weekend.
Mad Divas take over Sunny Point
The Mad Divas Junior Roller Derby team will ditch their helmets in favor of pancakes at a fundraising dinner on Sunday.
CalCast: Feb. 16-19
The resurgence of the hula hoop is a national trend and there are two ways to get your hoop on in Asheville this month. Then take the celebration to the streets at the Mardi Gras parade and catch a ventriloquist while you’re at it.
Conscious Party: Adventures in film
Whether you’re an avid outdoors person or just interested in the natural world, experiencing adventure on the big screen sounds pretty good this time of year.