Friday, May 01, 2009

Live Music
Saffire - The Uppity Blues Women: Farewell Concert
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Friday, May 01, 2009
Time: 9pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $20 advance/$23 day of show
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition
Where: Folk Art Center  
Date(s): Saturday, April 25, 2009 - Sunday, September 20, 2009
Time: 9 am - 6 pm
Phone: 828-298-7928 - event info.
Admission: Free
Art
Christo and Jeanne-Claude Exhibition: Projects
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Friday, January 16, 2009 - Sunday, May 10, 2009
Time: Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. / Fridays 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. / Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.
Phone: 828-253-3227 - venue info.
Admission: Adults: $6.00/ Seniors and Students: $5.00/ Children under 4 are free
Art
Eva Zeisel: The Shape of Life
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Friday, January 30, 2009 - Sunday, May 10, 2009
Time: Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. / Fridays 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. / Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.
Phone: 828-253-3227 - venue info.
Admission: Adults $6.00 / Students & Seniors $5.00 / Children under 4 Free
Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Thursday, January 01, 2009 - Sunday, June 21, 2009
Time: Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. / Fridays 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. / Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.
Phone: 828-253-3227 - venue info.
Admission: Adults $6.00 / Students & Seniors $5.00 / Children under 4 Free
Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Friday, February 06, 2009 - Friday, June 05, 2009
Time: Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. / Fridays 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. / Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.
Phone: 828-253-3227 - venue info.
Admission: Adults $6.00 / Students & Seniors $5.00 / Children under 4 Free
Art
Decorated Birdhouse Competition
Where: The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa  
Date(s): Friday, April 10, 2009 - Sunday, May 10, 2009
Time: Daily
Phone: 828-252-2711 x 2012 - event info.
Admission: Free
Festivals
24th Annual Festival of Flowers
Where: Biltmore Estate  
Date(s): Saturday, April 04, 2009 - Sunday, May 17, 2009
Time: Call for details.
Phone: 800-411-3812 - event info.
Admission: Estate Admission Fees Apply
Festivals
Asheville Herb Festival
Where: WNC Farmers Market  
Date(s): Friday, May 01, 2009 - Sunday, May 03, 2009
Time: Call for details.
Phone: 828-778-4365 - event info.
Admission: Free
Nature & Recreation
Masters of the Night
Where: North Carolina Arboretum  
Date(s): Saturday, January 17, 2009 - Sunday, May 10, 2009
Time: 9 am - 5 pm Mon - Sat, 12 - 5pm Sunday.
Phone: 828-665-2492 - event info.
Admission: Free with parking fee - $6 per vehicle.
Nature & Recreation
Blooming Out Loud
Where: North Carolina Arboretum  
Date(s): Saturday, March 14, 2009 - Thursday, May 07, 2009
Time: 9 - 5 pm
Phone: 828-665-2492 - venue info.
Admission: Free for members or with the parking fee of $6 per personal vehicle.
Educational & Workshops
Turning to the Future: A Fresh Look at Wood Art
Where: Grovewood Gallery  
Date(s): Friday, March 20, 2009 - Monday, May 11, 2009
Time: 10 am - 5 pm Mon - Sat, 11 am - 5 pm Sun
Phone: 828.253.7651 - event info.
Admission: Free
Educational & Workshops
Spring Clay Classes: Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts
Where: Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts  
Date(s): Monday, March 16, 2009 - Friday, May 15, 2009
Time: 12 - 9 pm
Phone: 828-285-0210 - event info.
Admission: $235 tuition fee, $30 lab fee.
Educational & Workshops
Susan Rebecca White: Bound South
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Friday, May 01, 2009
Time: 7 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Family
Moneyville
Where: The Health Adventure  
Date(s): Friday, February 06, 2009 - Friday, May 01, 2009
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Phone: 828-254-6373 - event info.
Admission: Call for details.
Performing Arts
My Mother's Italian, My Father's Jewish, and I'm in Therapy
Where: Diana Wortham Theatre  
Date(s): Tuesday, April 28, 2009 - Sunday, May 03, 2009
Time: Visit website for details.
Phone: 828-257-4530 - venue info.
Admission: Visit website for details.
Performing Arts
A Number by Caryl Churchill
Where: NC Stage Company
Date(s): Wednesday, April 15, 2009 - Sunday, May 03, 2009
Time: Wed-Sat at 7:30pm, Sun at 2pm
Phone: (828) 239-0263 - event info.
Admission: $16-$26 | $5 student rush
Performing Arts
Todos Contamos
Where: UNC Asheville  
Date(s): Friday, May 01, 2009 - Sunday, May 03, 2009
Time: Fri and Sat at 8 pm, Sun at 3 pm
Phone: (828) 301-8588 - event info.
Admission: Free / $5 donation suggested.
Performing Arts
Enchanted April
Where: Asheville Community Theatre (ACT)
Date(s): Friday, May 01, 2009 - Sunday, May 17, 2009
Time: Fri and Sat at 8 pm, Sun at 2:30 pm
Phone: (828) 254-1320 - event info.
Admission: Call for details.

Saturday, May 02, 2009

Live Music
Local Showcase featuring The Broomstars, The Enemy Lovers & By Morning
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Saturday, May 02, 2009
Time: 9:00 PM (8:00 PM doors)
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $5.00
Live Music
Enter the Haggis w/The Hooligans
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Saturday, May 02, 2009
Time: 9pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $10 advance/$12 day of show
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

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Art
East of Asheville Studio Tour
Where: Downtown Black Mountain  
Date(s): Saturday, May 02, 2009 - Sunday, May 03, 2009
Time: 10 am - 5 pm
Phone: 828-606-9335 - event info.
Admission: Free
Art
Eva Zeisel: The Shape of Life

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Art
Christo and Jeanne-Claude Exhibition: Projects

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Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

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Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

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Art
Decorated Birdhouse Competition

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Festivals
24th Annual Festival of Flowers

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Festivals
Biltmore Village May Day Festival
Where: Historic Biltmore Village  
Date(s): Saturday, May 02, 2009
Time: 11 am - 6 pm
Phone: Phone: Not Listed - venue info.
Admission: This event is FREE. Everyone who attends is urged to bring canned food items for a special May Day basket which will be donated to MANNA Food Bank.
Festivals
Asheville Herb Festival

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Nature & Recreation
Rhododendron Show
Where: North Carolina Arboretum  
Date(s): Saturday, May 02, 2009 - Sunday, May 03, 2009
Time: 8 am - 5 pm
Phone: 828-665-2492 - event info.
Admission: Free with parking fee admission ($6 per vehicle)
Nature & Recreation
Shutterbugs Nature Photography Workshop
Where: Chimney Rock Park  
Date(s): Saturday, May 02, 2009 - Sunday, May 03, 2009
Time: 8:30 am - 4 pm
Phone: 800-277-9611 - event info.
Admission: $95; $85 for Annual Passholders (fees include all instruction and Park admission for both days).
Nature & Recreation
Blooming Out Loud

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Nature & Recreation
Masters of the Night

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Educational & Workshops
WNCA Spring Membership Gathering
Where: Regional High Technology Center  
Date(s): Saturday, May 02, 2009
Time: 9:15 am to 6 pm
Phone: 828-258-8737 - event info.
Admission: $10 members/ $20 nonmembers
Educational & Workshops
Turning to the Future: A Fresh Look at Wood Art

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Educational & Workshops
Spring Clay Classes: Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

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Educational & Workshops
Sara Gruen Booksigning
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Saturday, May 02, 2009
Time: 1 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Educational & Workshops
Allegra Huston Reading
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Saturday, May 02, 2009
Time: 7 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Family
Super Science Saturday - Pocket Change
Where: The Health Adventure  
Date(s): Saturday, May 02, 2009
Time: 12 - 2 pm
Phone: 828-254-6373 - event info.
Admission: Call for details.
Performing Arts
My Mother's Italian, My Father's Jewish, and I'm in Therapy

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Performing Arts
A Number by Caryl Churchill

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Performing Arts
Todos Contamos

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Performing Arts
Enchanted April

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Sunday, May 03, 2009

Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

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Art
East of Asheville Studio Tour

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Art
Christo and Jeanne-Claude Exhibition: Projects

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Art
Eva Zeisel: The Shape of Life

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Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

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Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

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Art
smArt speak- Panel Discussion: Art in the Public Realm
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Sunday, May 03, 2009
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Phone: 828-253-3227 - venue info.
Admission: Free with Museum Membership or Admission Museum's WNC Resource Center
Art
Decorated Birdhouse Competition

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Art
Last Day to View - Christo and Jeanne-Claude Exhibition: Projects
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Sunday, May 03, 2009
Time: 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Phone: 828-253-3227 - venue info.
Admission: Adults $6.00 / Students & Seniors $5.00 / Children under 4 Free
Festivals
24th Annual Festival of Flowers

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Festivals
Asheville Herb Festival

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Nature & Recreation
Rhododendron Show

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Nature & Recreation
Shutterbugs Nature Photography Workshop

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Nature & Recreation
Blooming Out Loud

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Nature & Recreation
Masters of the Night

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Educational & Workshops
Turning to the Future: A Fresh Look at Wood Art

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Educational & Workshops
Spring Clay Classes: Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

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Performing Arts
My Mother's Italian, My Father's Jewish, and I'm in Therapy

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Performing Arts
Poetrio: 3 Readings by 3 Poets
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Sunday, May 03, 2009
Time: 3 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Performing Arts
A Number by Caryl Churchill

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Performing Arts
Todos Contamos

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Performing Arts
Enchanted April

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Monday, May 04, 2009

Live Music
311 plus Outlaw Nation
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Monday, May 04, 2009 - Tuesday, May 05, 2009
Time: 8:00 PM (7:00 PM doors)
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $38.00 advance / $40.00 door
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

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Art
Eva Zeisel: The Shape of Life

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Art
Christo and Jeanne-Claude Exhibition: Projects

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Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

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Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

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Art
Decorated Birdhouse Competition

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Adult & Nightlife
Contra Dance
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Monday, May 04, 2009
Time: 8pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $6 at the door
Festivals
24th Annual Festival of Flowers

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Nature & Recreation
Blooming Out Loud

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Nature & Recreation
Masters of the Night

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Educational & Workshops
Turning to the Future: A Fresh Look at Wood Art

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Educational & Workshops
Spring Clay Classes: Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

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Performing Arts
Enchanted April

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Tuesday, May 05, 2009

Live Music
311 plus Outlaw Nation

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Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

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Art
Christo and Jeanne-Claude Exhibition: Projects

+ More information.

Art
Eva Zeisel: The Shape of Life

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Art
Decorated Birdhouse Competition

+ More information.

Festivals
24th Annual Festival of Flowers

+ More information.

Nature & Recreation
Blooming Out Loud

+ More information.

Nature & Recreation
Masters of the Night

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Educational & Workshops
Turning to the Future: A Fresh Look at Wood Art

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Educational & Workshops
Spring Clay Classes: Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

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Educational & Workshops
Malaprop's Teachers' Night
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Tuesday, May 05, 2009
Time: 7 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Performing Arts
Enchanted April

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Wednesday, May 06, 2009

Live Music
The Presidents of the United States of America
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Wednesday, May 06, 2009
Time: 9:00 PM (8:00 PM doors)
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $16.00 advance / $18.00 door
Live Music
The Overtakers
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Wednesday, May 06, 2009
Time: 9pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $10
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

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Art
Eva Zeisel: The Shape of Life

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Art
Christo and Jeanne-Claude Exhibition: Projects

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

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Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

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Art
Decorated Birdhouse Competition

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Art
Asheville Art Museum Open Free to the Public
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Wednesday, May 06, 2009
Time: 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Phone: 828-253-3227 - venue info.
Admission: Free
Art
Book Art Discussion
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Wednesday, May 06, 2009
Time: 7 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Festivals
24th Annual Festival of Flowers

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Nature & Recreation
Blooming Out Loud

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Nature & Recreation
Masters of the Night

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Educational & Workshops
Turning to the Future: A Fresh Look at Wood Art

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Educational & Workshops
Spring Vegetable Cooking Class
Where: North Carolina Arboretum  
Date(s): Wednesday, May 06, 2009
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Phone: 828.665.2492 - event info.
Admission: $16 members, $22 non-members.
Educational & Workshops
Spring Clay Classes: Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

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Performing Arts
Enchanted April

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Thursday, May 07, 2009

Live Music
Blue October
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Thursday, May 07, 2009
Time: 8:00 PM (7:00 PM doors)
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $25.00 flat
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

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Art
Christo and Jeanne-Claude Exhibition: Projects

+ More information.

Art
Eva Zeisel: The Shape of Life

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Art
Decorated Birdhouse Competition

+ More information.

Festivals
24th Annual Festival of Flowers

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Festivals
Lake Eden Arts Festival
Where: Lake Eden - Camp Rockmont  
Date(s): Thursday, May 07, 2009 - Sunday, May 10, 2009
Time: All day.
Phone: 828-686-8742 - venue info.
Admission: Visit website for details.
Nature & Recreation
Blooming Out Loud

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Nature & Recreation
Masters of the Night

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Educational & Workshops
Turning to the Future: A Fresh Look at Wood Art

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Educational & Workshops
Spring Clay Classes: Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

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Educational & Workshops
Rachel Keener
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Thursday, May 07, 2009
Time: 7 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Performing Arts
Immediate Theatre Project presents A Body of Water
Where: NC Stage Company
Date(s): Thursday, May 07, 2009 - Sunday, May 17, 2009
Time: Thurs - Sat at 7:30 p,, Sun at 2 pm
Phone: 828.239.0263 - event info.
Admission: $15
Performing Arts
Enchanted April

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Friday, May 08, 2009

Live Music
Chatham County Line
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Friday, May 08, 2009
Time: 9pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $10 advance/$12 day of show
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
Eva Zeisel: The Shape of Life

+ More information.

Art
Christo and Jeanne-Claude Exhibition: Projects

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Friday, May 08, 2009 - Sunday, September 13, 2009
Time: Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. / Fridays 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. / Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.
Phone: 828.253.3227 - event info.
Admission: Adults $6.00 / Students & Seniors $5.00 / Children under 4 Free
Art
Decorated Birdhouse Competition

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Art
Panel Discussion: Art in the Public Realm
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Friday, May 08, 2009
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Phone: 828-253-3227 - venue info.
Admission: Free with Museum Membership or Admission Museum's WNC Resource Center
Art
Eva Zeisel: The Shape of Life Docent-Led Tour
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Friday, May 08, 2009
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Phone: 828-253-3227 - venue info.
Admission: Adults $6.00 / Students & Seniors $5.00 / Children under 4 Free
Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan Opening Reception
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Friday, May 08, 2009
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Phone: 828-253-3227 - venue info.
Admission: Free with Museum Membership or Admission
Festivals
24th Annual Festival of Flowers

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Festivals
Lake Eden Arts Festival

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Nature & Recreation
Masters of the Night

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Educational & Workshops
Turning to the Future: A Fresh Look at Wood Art

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Educational & Workshops
Spring Clay Classes: Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

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Educational & Workshops
Author Jessica Handler
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Friday, May 08, 2009
Time: 7 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Performing Arts
Immediate Theatre Project presents A Body of Water

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Performing Arts
Asheville Ballet presents Bill the Kid & Echo
Where: Diana Wortham Theatre  
Date(s): Friday, May 08, 2009 - Saturday, May 09, 2009
Time: 7:30 - 9:30 pm
Phone: 828-257-4530 - venue info.
Admission: Visit website for details.
Performing Arts
Baby with the Bathwater
Where: Kittredge Theatre, Warren Wilson College  
Date(s): Friday, May 08, 2009 - Sunday, May 10, 2009
Time: Friday 8:00, Saturday 2:00 and 8:00, Sunday 2:00
Phone: (828) 771-3040 - event info.
Admission: Free for all students, $5 seniors, alumni $10 general admission
Performing Arts
Enchanted April

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Saturday, May 09, 2009

Live Music
The Funkadelic Masquerade featuring Yo Mama's Big Fat Booty Band
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Saturday, May 09, 2009
Time: 8:00 PM
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $25.00
Live Music
Benji Hughes w/Wayne Robbins & the Hellsayers
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Saturday, May 09, 2009
Time: 9pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $8
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
Christo and Jeanne-Claude Exhibition: Projects

+ More information.

Art
Eva Zeisel: The Shape of Life

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

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Art
Fiber Day at the Folk Art Center
Where: Folk Art Center  
Date(s): Saturday, May 09, 2009
Time: 10 am - 4 pm
Phone: 828-298-7903 - venue info.
Admission: Free
Art
Decorated Birdhouse Competition

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Art
Artist Talk with Beverly Buchanan
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Saturday, May 09, 2009
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Phone: 828-253-3227 - venue info.
Admission: Free with Museum Membership or Admission
Festivals
24th Annual Festival of Flowers

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Festivals
Lake Eden Arts Festival

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Nature & Recreation
Masters of the Night

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Nature & Recreation
Tour de Falls
Where: DuPont State Forest  
Date(s): Saturday, May 09, 2009 - Sunday, May 10, 2009
Time: 9 am - 3 pm
Phone: 8280692-2929 - event info.
Admission: Call for details.
Educational & Workshops
Turning to the Future: A Fresh Look at Wood Art

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Educational & Workshops
Spring Clay Classes: Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

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Educational & Workshops
Michael Malone Reading
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Saturday, May 09, 2009
Time: 7 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Performing Arts
Immediate Theatre Project presents A Body of Water

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Performing Arts
Asheville Ballet presents Bill the Kid & Echo

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Performing Arts
Baby with the Bathwater

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Performing Arts
Enchanted April

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Sunday, May 10, 2009

Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

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Art
Eva Zeisel: The Shape of Life

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Art
Christo and Jeanne-Claude Exhibition: Projects

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Decorated Birdhouse Competition

+ More information.

Art
Handmade Wearables Fashion Show at the Folk Art Center
Where: Folk Art Center  
Date(s): Sunday, May 10, 2009
Time: 1 - 4 pm
Phone: 828-298-7928 - event info.
Admission: Free
Art
Last Day to View Exhibition - Eva Zeisel: The Shape of Life
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Sunday, May 10, 2009
Time: 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Phone: 828-253-3227 - venue info.
Admission: Adults $6.00 / Students & Seniors $5.00 / Children under 4 Free
Festivals
Lake Eden Arts Festival

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Festivals
24th Annual Festival of Flowers

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Nature & Recreation
Masters of the Night

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Nature & Recreation
Tour de Falls

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Educational & Workshops
Turning to the Future: A Fresh Look at Wood Art

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Educational & Workshops
Spring Clay Classes: Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

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Educational & Workshops
Beloved Author Ann B. Ross
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Sunday, May 10, 2009
Time: 3 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Family
Moms Get In Free
Where: Biltmore Estate  
Date(s): Sunday, May 10, 2009
Time: All day.
Phone: 1-800-543-2961 - venue info.
Admission: Moms free. Adult or youth ticket purchase required.
Family
Blue Ridge Dining Room Mother's Day Buffet
Where: The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa  
Date(s): Sunday, May 10, 2009
Time: 11 am - 3 pm
Phone: 800-438-5800 - event info.
Admission: $36.95 (Adults), $11.95 (Children 6-12), Free (Children under 5) does not include tax & gratuity
Performing Arts
Immediate Theatre Project presents A Body of Water

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Performing Arts
Enchanted April

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Performing Arts
Baby with the Bathwater

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Monday, May 11, 2009

Live Music
LEAF in Schools & Streets presents The Lee Boys
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Monday, May 11, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM (10:00 AM doors)
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $3.00 for children under 18 / $5.00 for adults
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Adult & Nightlife
Contra Dance
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Monday, May 11, 2009
Time: 8pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $6 at the door
Festivals
24th Annual Festival of Flowers

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Educational & Workshops
Turning to the Future: A Fresh Look at Wood Art

+ More information.

Educational & Workshops
Spring Clay Classes: Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

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Performing Arts
Immediate Theatre Project presents A Body of Water

+ More information.

Performing Arts
Enchanted April

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Tuesday, May 12, 2009

Live Music
Ghost w/Magik Markers
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Time: 9pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $10 advance/$12 day of show
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

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Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Home-School Program
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Phone: (828) 253-3227 ext. 122 - event info.
Admission: $3.50 per student session
Festivals
24th Annual Festival of Flowers

+ More information.

Educational & Workshops
Spring Clay Classes: Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

+ More information.

Educational & Workshops
Bookclub Recommendations Event
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Time: 5:30 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Performing Arts
Immediate Theatre Project presents A Body of Water

+ More information.

Performing Arts
Enchanted April

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Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Live Music
Flyleaf plus Family Force 5
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Time: 7:30 PM (6:30 PM doors)
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $22.00 advance / $25.00 door
Live Music
Asylum Street Spankers w/Casey Driessen
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Time: 8pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $12 advance/$15 day of show
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Festivals
24th Annual Festival of Flowers

+ More information.

Educational & Workshops
Spring Clay Classes: Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

+ More information.

Educational & Workshops
Literary Trivia Night
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Time: 7 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Educational & Workshops
100 Best Business Books of All Time, an engaging evening
Where: WriteMind Institute for Corporate Contemplation  
Date(s): Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Time: 7 - 8:30 pm
Phone: 828-253-1733 - event info.
Admission: $15 members, $25 non-membres
Performing Arts
Immediate Theatre Project presents A Body of Water

+ More information.

Performing Arts
Enchanted April

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Thursday, May 14, 2009

Live Music
Mastodon plus Kylesa & Intronaut
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Thursday, May 14, 2009
Time: 7:30 PM (6:30 PM doors)
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $16.00 advance / $18.00 door
Live Music
Belleville Outfit CD Release w/Shane Pruitt
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Thursday, May 14, 2009
Time: 8pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $8 advance/$10 day of show.
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Urban Loft + Art Tour
Where: Downtown Asheville  
Date(s): Thursday, May 14, 2009
Time: 4:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Phone: 828.253.3227 - event info.
Admission: $50 Members; $55 Non-Members
Art
Urban Loft + Art Tour
Where: Downtown Asheville  
Date(s): Thursday, May 14, 2009
Time: 4:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Phone: 828-251-1122 - venue info.
Admission: $50 Members / $55 Non-Members
Festivals
24th Annual Festival of Flowers

+ More information.

Educational & Workshops
Spring Clay Classes: Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

+ More information.

Educational & Workshops
Yoga with Cindy Dollar
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Thursday, May 14, 2009
Time: 7 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Performing Arts
The Who's Tommy: Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the Album Release Presented by Bioflyer Productions and the Asheville Arts Center
Where: Diana Wortham Theatre  
Date(s): Thursday, May 14, 2009 - Sunday, May 17, 2009
Time: Call for times.
Phone: 828-257-4530 - event info.
Admission: $10 - $25
Performing Arts
Immediate Theatre Project presents A Body of Water

+ More information.

Performing Arts
Enchanted April

+ More information.

Friday, May 15, 2009

Live Music
2009 Downtown After Five: May 15th
Where: Downtown Asheville  
Date(s): Friday, May 15, 2009
Time: 5:15 - 9 pm
Phone: 828-251-9973 - event info.
Admission: Free
Live Music
Kreator plus Exodus, Belphegor, Warbringer & Epicurean
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Friday, May 15, 2009
Time: 7:00 PM (6:00 PM doors)
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $18.00 advance / $20.00 door
Live Music
The Jonathan Scales Fourchestra - Steel Pan - Appearing w/ Futureman
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Friday, May 15, 2009
Time: 8:00pm - 1:00am
Phone: 828-232-5800 - event info.
Admission: $10 adv/ $12 dos
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Festivals
24th Annual Festival of Flowers

+ More information.

Sports
Century Cycling Training Camp
Where: Carmichael Training Systems  
Date(s): Friday, May 15, 2009 - Sunday, May 17, 2009
Time: 8 am - 530 pm
Phone: 828-274-4535 - event info.
Admission: $699
Educational & Workshops
Spring Clay Classes: Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

+ More information.

Educational & Workshops
Author Kevin Wilson
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Friday, May 15, 2009
Time: 7 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Performing Arts
The Who's Tommy: Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the Album Release Presented by Bioflyer Productions and the Asheville Arts Center

+ More information.

Performing Arts
Immediate Theatre Project presents A Body of Water

+ More information.

Performing Arts
''The Mystery of the Seahorse''
Where: BeBe Theater  
Date(s): Friday, May 15, 2009 - Sunday, May 24, 2009
Time: 7:30 pm on Thurs, Fri. Sat. 2:00 pm on Sun.
Phone: 828-254-2621 - event info.
Admission: $12.00 in advance, $15.00 at the door. Students and Seniors $10.00 in advance, $12.00 at door.
Performing Arts
Enchanted April

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Saturday, May 16, 2009

Live Music
23 Skidoo plus Hobey Ford's Golden Rod Puppets: Animalia
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Saturday, May 16, 2009
Time: 1pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $7
Live Music
Coma Gun/Music Builds Graduation Celebration and Benefit featuring Eliot Lipp, Sci Fi & DJ Equal
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Saturday, May 16, 2009
Time: 8:00 PM (7:30 PM doors)
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $8.00 advance / $10.00 door
Live Music
Masterwork Concert 7 - Tempting Fate
Where: Thomas Wolfe Auditorium  
Date(s): Saturday, May 16, 2009
Time: 8 - 10 pm
Phone: 828-254-7046 - event info.
Admission: Call for details.
Live Music
Kari Sickenberger
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Saturday, May 16, 2009
Time: 9pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $8 at the door
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Photography Hike with John Dickson
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Saturday, May 16, 2009
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Phone: 828-253-3227 - venue info.
Admission: Free
Art
Photography Hike with John Dickson
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Saturday, May 16, 2009
Time: 1 - 4 pm
Phone: 828-253-3227 - venue info.
Admission: Free after admission.
Art
Joanna Catherine Scott
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Saturday, May 16, 2009
Time: 7 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Festivals
24th Annual Festival of Flowers

+ More information.

Festivals
6th Annual Montford Arts and Music Festival
Where: Montford Historic District  
Date(s): Saturday, May 16, 2009
Time: 10 am - 8 pm
Phone: 828.777.1014 - event info.
Admission: Free
Nature & Recreation
Grandfather Mountain Naturalist Weekend
Where: Grandfather Mountain  
Date(s): Saturday, May 16, 2009 - Sunday, May 17, 2009
Time: 8 am - 5 pm
Phone: 800-468-7325 - event info.
Admission: Included with regular admission.
Nature & Recreation
Old Growth Forest Off the Beaten Path Guided Hike at Chimney Rock
Where: Chimney Rock Park  
Date(s): Saturday, May 16, 2009
Time: 9 - 11 am
Phone: 800-277-9611 - event info.
Admission: $20, $5 for Annual Passholders, $10 for ages 6-15, $3 for Grady's Kids Club Members.
Sports
Century Cycling Training Camp

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Family
Tot Exchange-Tot/Childrens Consignment Sale
Where: Crowne Plaza Resort  
Date(s): Saturday, May 16, 2009 - Sunday, May 17, 2009
Time: 10 am - 5 pm
Phone: 828-254-3211 - venue info.
Admission: Consignor Early Bird Fee $8 , $1 to Shop
Family
Super Science Saturday - Science Surprise
Where: The Health Adventure  
Date(s): Saturday, May 16, 2009
Time: 12 - 2 pm
Phone: 828-254-6373 - event info.
Admission: Call for details.
Performing Arts
The Who's Tommy: Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the Album Release Presented by Bioflyer Productions and the Asheville Arts Center

+ More information.

Performing Arts
''The Mystery of the Seahorse''

+ More information.

Performing Arts
Immediate Theatre Project presents A Body of Water

+ More information.

Performing Arts
Enchanted April

+ More information.

Sunday, May 17, 2009

Live Music
Jars Of Clay plus Sea Bird
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Sunday, May 17, 2009
Time: 7:30 PM (6:30 PM doors)
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $18.00 advance / $20.00 door
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Festivals
24th Annual Festival of Flowers

+ More information.

Nature & Recreation
Grandfather Mountain Naturalist Weekend

+ More information.

Nature & Recreation
Warblers! Guided Bird Walk at Chimney Rock
Where: Chimney Rock Park  
Date(s): Sunday, May 17, 2009
Time: 9 am - 12 pm
Phone: 800-277-9611 - event info.
Admission: $19; $3 for Annual Passholders; $8 for ages 6-15; free for Grady's Kids Club Members.
Sports
Century Cycling Training Camp

+ More information.

Family
Tot Exchange-Tot/Childrens Consignment Sale

+ More information.

Performing Arts
The Who's Tommy: Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the Album Release Presented by Bioflyer Productions and the Asheville Arts Center

+ More information.

Performing Arts
Immediate Theatre Project presents A Body of Water

+ More information.

Performing Arts
''The Mystery of the Seahorse''

+ More information.

Performing Arts
Enchanted April

+ More information.

Monday, May 18, 2009

Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Stitch-N-Bitch
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Monday, May 18, 2009
Time: 7 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Adult & Nightlife
Contra Dance
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Monday, May 18, 2009
Time: 8pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $6 at the door
Performing Arts
''The Mystery of the Seahorse''

+ More information.

Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Live Music
Celtic and Blues Tuesday
Where: White Horse Black Mountain  
Date(s): Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Time: 6:30 pm - midnight
Phone: 828-669-0816 - event info.
Admission: Free 'til 9 pm - then $5
Live Music
The Wood Brothers
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Time: 8pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $13 advance/$15 day of show
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Sports
Big South Conference Baseball Championship
Where: McCormack Field  
Date(s): Tuesday, May 19, 2009 - Saturday, May 23, 2009
Time: 12 - 9 pm
Phone: 882-258-0428 - venue info.
Admission: Visit website for details.
Performing Arts
''The Mystery of the Seahorse''

+ More information.

Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Live Music
10 Years plus Adelitas Way & After Midnight Project
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Time: 8:00 PM (7:00 PM doors)
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $15.00 advance / $17.00 door
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Sports
Big South Conference Baseball Championship

+ More information.

Performing Arts
The Asheville Arts Center and the Gallagher School of Irish Dance Present Ireland: The Spirit and the Dance
Where: Diana Wortham Theatre  
Date(s): Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Time: 7:00 pm
Phone: (828) 257-4530 - event info.
Admission: $20
Performing Arts
''The Mystery of the Seahorse''

+ More information.

Thursday, May 21, 2009

Live Music
Free Games Free Music!
Where: White Horse Black Mountain  
Date(s): Thursday, May 21, 2009
Time: 6:30 pm - 1 am
Phone: 828-669-0816 - event info.
Admission: Free
Live Music
'Neutral' DVD Release featuring Nights Bright Colors and more
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Thursday, May 21, 2009
Time: 9pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $6 at the door
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
H. Douglas Pratt and John C. Sill's BIRDS: The Science of Illustration
Where: North Carolina Arboretum  
Date(s): Thursday, May 21, 2009 - Sunday, November 01, 2009
Time: 9 am - 5 pm
Phone: 828-665-2492 - event info.
Admission: Free for members or with parking fee ($6 per personal vehicle)
Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Sports
Big South Conference Baseball Championship

+ More information.

Educational & Workshops
Root Beer Workshop
Where: Earth Fare  
Date(s): Thursday, May 21, 2009
Time: 6 -8 pm
Phone: 828-658-0838 - event info.
Admission: Free
Performing Arts
''The Mystery of the Seahorse''

+ More information.

Friday, May 22, 2009

Live Music
Asheville Rewind featuring Mother Soul, Charlie's On Acid, The Stripp Band & Prayin' For Rain
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Friday, May 22, 2009
Time: 7:30 PM (7:00 PM doors)
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $10.00
Live Music
Peace Concert w/ Snatam Kaur
Where: Unitarian Universalist Church of Asheville  
Date(s): Friday, May 22, 2009
Time: 7:30 pm
Phone: 828.252.8149 - event info.
Admission: $25
Live Music
Téada
Where: Diana Wortham Theatre  
Date(s): Friday, May 22, 2009
Time: 8 - 10 pm
Phone: 828-257-4530 - venue info.
Admission: Visit website for details.
Live Music
High Windy bluegrass Concert
Where: White Horse Black Mountain  
Date(s): Friday, May 22, 2009
Time: 8 pm
Phone: 828-669-0816 - event info.
Admission: $8
Live Music
Sol Driven Train w/ Velvet Truckstop
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Friday, May 22, 2009
Time: 9pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $6 at the door
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
H. Douglas Pratt and John C. Sill's BIRDS: The Science of Illustration

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Traditional/Innnovation: American Masterpeices of Southern Craft & Traditional Art
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Friday, May 22, 2009 - Friday, August 21, 2009
Time: Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. / Fridays 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. / Sunday 1 - 5 p.m
Phone: 828-253-3227 - venue info.
Admission: Adults $6.00 / Students & Seniors $5.00 / Children under 4 Free
Art
Beverly Buchanan and the Art of Collecting Folk Art
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Friday, May 22, 2009
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Phone: 828-253-3227 - venue info.
Admission: Free with Museum Membership or Admission
Art
Opening Reception - Traditional/Innnovation: American Masterpeices of Southern Craft & Traditional Art Exhibition
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Friday, May 22, 2009
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Phone: 828-253-3227 - venue info.
Admission: Free with Museum Membership or Admission
Nature & Recreation
Hiking NC's Blue Ridge Heritage with Danny Bernstein
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Friday, May 22, 2009
Time: 7 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Sports
Big South Conference Baseball Championship

+ More information.

Educational & Workshops
Bus Tours of Civil War Markers
Where: Asheville Area  
Date(s): Friday, May 22, 2009 - Saturday, May 23, 2009
Time: 9 am - 12:30 pm
Phone: 828-242-5435 - event info.
Admission: $5 - 20
Educational & Workshops
Power of Two Symposium
Where: Equinection  
Date(s): Friday, May 22, 2009
Time: 5 - 8 pm
Phone: 828.682.9157 - event info.
Admission: $40.00 at the door
Educational & Workshops
A Sacred Chant Weekend with Snatam Kaur
Where: Prama Institute  
Date(s): Friday, May 22, 2009 - Sunday, May 24, 2009
Time: 7 pm - 12 am
Phone: 828.252.8149 - event info.
Admission: $25-$225
Performing Arts
''The Mystery of the Seahorse''

+ More information.

Saturday, May 23, 2009

Live Music
The Cheeksters Live Music Britpop Concert
Where: White Horse Black Mountain  
Date(s): Saturday, May 23, 2009
Time: 8 pm
Phone: 828-669-0816 - event info.
Admission: $10
Live Music
Ben Sollee w/Anni Rossi
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Saturday, May 23, 2009
Time: 9pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $10 advance/$12 day of show
Live Music
Matt Stillwell plus Balsam Range
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Saturday, May 23, 2009
Time: 9:00 PM (8:00 PM doors)
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $12.00 advance / $15.00 door
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
H. Douglas Pratt and John C. Sill's BIRDS: The Science of Illustration

+ More information.

Art
Traditional/Innnovation: American Masterpeices of Southern Craft & Traditional Art

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Art
Meet the Maker – Glass Artist Carl Powell at Grovewood Gallery
Where: Grovewood Gallery  
Date(s): Saturday, May 23, 2009
Time: 11 am - 3 pm
Phone: 828-253-7651 - venue info.
Admission: Free
Festivals
Garden Jubilee
Where: Downtown Hendersonville
Date(s): Saturday, May 23, 2009 - Sunday, May 24, 2009
Time: 10 am - 6 pm
Phone: 800-828-4244 - event info.
Admission: Free
Festivals
Lexington Bazaar - Your Funky Outdoor Market Featuring Local Art & Design
Where: Lexington Ave. Courtyard  
Date(s): Saturday, May 23, 2009
Time: 11 am - 4 pm
Phone: 828-257-4000 - venue info.
Admission: Free
Sports
Big South Conference Baseball Championship

+ More information.

Educational & Workshops
Bus Tours of Civil War Markers

+ More information.

Educational & Workshops
Sacred Chant Weekend w/Snatam Kaur
Where: Prama Institute  
Date(s): Saturday, May 23, 2009 - Sunday, May 24, 2009
Time: 2 - 10pm
Phone: 828.252.8149 - event info.
Admission: $199
Educational & Workshops
Meet author Tim Josephs
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Saturday, May 23, 2009
Time: 7 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Educational & Workshops
A Sacred Chant Weekend with Snatam Kaur

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Performing Arts
Evening of Poetry and Rhythm
Where: Unitarian Universalist Church of Asheville  
Date(s): Saturday, May 23, 2009
Time: 6 - 9 pm
Phone: 828-649-9408 - event info.
Admission: $10 - 15
Performing Arts
''The Mystery of the Seahorse''

+ More information.

Sunday, May 24, 2009

Live Music
KID'S SHOW: Sol Driven Train
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Sunday, May 24, 2009
Time: 3pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $6 at the door
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
H. Douglas Pratt and John C. Sill's BIRDS: The Science of Illustration

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Traditional/Innnovation: American Masterpeices of Southern Craft & Traditional Art

+ More information.

Festivals
Garden Jubilee

+ More information.

Educational & Workshops
Sacred Chant Weekend w/Snatam Kaur

+ More information.

Educational & Workshops
A Sacred Chant Weekend with Snatam Kaur

+ More information.

Performing Arts
''The Mystery of the Seahorse''

+ More information.

Monday, May 25, 2009

Live Music
Static-X plus Bury Your Dead, Seventh Void, & Dirge Within
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Monday, May 25, 2009
Time: 7:00 PM (6:00 PM doors)
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $18.50 advance / $20.00 door
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
H. Douglas Pratt and John C. Sill's BIRDS: The Science of Illustration

+ More information.

Art
Dual Personalities: Multifunctional Contemporary Furniture Exhibition
Where: Grovewood Gallery  
Date(s): Monday, May 25, 2009 - Monday, August 10, 2009
Time: Call for details.
Phone: 828.253.7651 - event info.
Admission: Free
Art
Traditional/Innnovation: American Masterpeices of Southern Craft & Traditional Art

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Art
Yoga @ the Museum
Where: Asheville Art Museum  
Date(s): Monday, May 25, 2009
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Phone: 828.253.3227, ext. 116 - event info.
Admission: $35 per six-week session Museum Members / $55 per six-week session Non-Members
Adult & Nightlife
Contra Dance
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Monday, May 25, 2009
Time: 8pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $6 at the door
Educational & Workshops
Sumer Workshops, Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts
Where: Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts  
Date(s): Monday, May 25, 2009 - Friday, July 31, 2009
Time: 9 am
Phone: 828.285.0210 - event info.
Admission: $424 tuition fee, $50 lab fee, $75 registration fee

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Live Music
Celtic and Blues Tuesday
Where: White Horse Black Mountain  
Date(s): Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Time: 6:30 pm - midnight
Phone: 828-669-0816 - event info.
Admission: Free 'til 9 pm - then $5
Art
H. Douglas Pratt and John C. Sill's BIRDS: The Science of Illustration

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Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

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Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

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Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Traditional/Innnovation: American Masterpeices of Southern Craft & Traditional Art

+ More information.

Art
Dual Personalities: Multifunctional Contemporary Furniture Exhibition

+ More information.

Educational & Workshops
Sumer Workshops, Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

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Educational & Workshops
Summer Workshop Lecture Series, Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts
Where: Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts  
Date(s): Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Time: 12:15 pm
Phone: 828.285.0210 - event info.
Admission: Free
Clubs & Groups
Land of The Sky Barbershop Chorus Weekly Meeting/Rehearsal
Where: Emmanuel Lutheran Church  
Date(s): Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Time: 7:30 pm
Phone: 866-290-7269 - event info.
Admission: Free

Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Live Music
Les Claypool plus O'Death
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Time: 8:00 PM (7:00 PM doors)
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $25.00 advance / $26.00 door
Live Music
Bonnie Prince Billy
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Time: 9pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $16 in advance/ $18 day of show
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
H. Douglas Pratt and John C. Sill's BIRDS: The Science of Illustration

+ More information.

Art
Dual Personalities: Multifunctional Contemporary Furniture Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
Traditional/Innnovation: American Masterpeices of Southern Craft & Traditional Art

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Sports
Cycling Climbing Camp
Where: Carmichael Training Systems  
Date(s): Wednesday, May 27, 2009 - Saturday, May 30, 2009
Time: 8 am - 5:30 pm
Phone: 828-274-4535 - event info.
Admission: $999
Educational & Workshops
Sumer Workshops, Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

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Educational & Workshops
Meditation teacher Rabbi Jeff
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Time: 7 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Performing Arts
''Like Mother, One Bride's Musical Journey Through 6 Showers, 3 Receptions, and 1 Cheese Sculpture of the Empire State Building''
Where: NC Stage Company
Date(s): Wednesday, May 27, 2009 - Friday, June 19, 2009
Time: Call for details.
Phone: (828) 239-0263 - event info.
Admission: $6 - 26 depending on day of show.
Performing Arts
''A Beautiful View''
Where: NC Stage Company
Date(s): Wednesday, May 27, 2009 - Friday, June 19, 2009
Time: Call for details.
Phone: (828) 239-0263 - event info.
Admission: $6 - 26 depending on day of show.
Performing Arts
"I Wrote This Play to Make You Love Me"
Where: NC Stage Company
Date(s): Wednesday, May 27, 2009 - Friday, June 19, 2009
Time: Call for details.
Phone: 828-239-0263 - event info.
Admission: $6 - 26 depending on day of show.

Thursday, May 28, 2009

Live Music
Free Games Free Music!
Where: White Horse Black Mountain  
Date(s): Thursday, May 28, 2009
Time: 6:30 pm - 1 am
Phone: 828-669-0816 - event info.
Admission: Free
Live Music
Liz Durrett, The Bowmans, & Anais Mitchell
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Thursday, May 28, 2009
Time: 8:30pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $8
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
H. Douglas Pratt and John C. Sill's BIRDS: The Science of Illustration

+ More information.

Art
Dual Personalities: Multifunctional Contemporary Furniture Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Traditional/Innnovation: American Masterpeices of Southern Craft & Traditional Art

+ More information.

Art
Battery Park Book Exchange Hosts Asheville Art Museum Night
Where: Battery Park Book Exchange  
Date(s): Thursday, May 28, 2009
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Phone: 828-252-0020 - venue info.
Admission: Free
Sports
Cycling Climbing Camp

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Educational & Workshops
Sumer Workshops, Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

+ More information.

Educational & Workshops
Paul Von Ward and the Soul Genome
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Thursday, May 28, 2009
Time: 7 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Performing Arts
''Like Mother, One Bride's Musical Journey Through 6 Showers, 3 Receptions, and 1 Cheese Sculpture of the Empire State Building''

+ More information.

Performing Arts
''A Beautiful View''

+ More information.

Performing Arts
"I Wrote This Play to Make You Love Me"

+ More information.

Friday, May 29, 2009

Live Music
Larry Keel bluegrass Concert!
Where: White Horse Black Mountain  
Date(s): Friday, May 29, 2009
Time: 8 pm
Phone: 828-669-0816 - event info.
Admission: $12
Live Music
The Enemy Lovers w/William F. Gibbs
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Friday, May 29, 2009
Time: 8pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $6 at the door
Live Music
Jamey Johnson plus Justin Moore
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Friday, May 29, 2009
Time: 8:00 PM (7:00 PM doors)
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $18.00 advance / $20.00 door
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa's Artful Living Weekend
Where: The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa  
Date(s): Friday, May 29, 2009 - Sunday, May 31, 2009
Time: All weekend.
Phone: (800) 438-5800 - event info.
Admission: $799
Art
H. Douglas Pratt and John C. Sill's BIRDS: The Science of Illustration

+ More information.

Art
Dual Personalities: Multifunctional Contemporary Furniture Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
Traditional/Innnovation: American Masterpeices of Southern Craft & Traditional Art

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Adult & Nightlife
Wine Dinner
Where: The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa  
Date(s): Friday, May 29, 2009
Time: 6 - 9 pm
Phone: 800-438-5800 - event info.
Admission: Call for details.
Festivals
Mountain Sports Festival
Where: Carrier Park  
Date(s): Friday, May 29, 2009 - Sunday, May 31, 2009
Time: Starts 3:30 on Fri. All Day Sat. Sun Until 6 pm
Phone: 828.251.4029 - event info.
Admission: Free. Races and some activities have entry fees.
Nature & Recreation
Grandfather Mountain Nature Photography Weekend
Where: Grandfather Mountain  
Date(s): Friday, May 29, 2009 - Sunday, May 31, 2009
Time: 4 pm - 12 am
Phone: 800-468-7325 - event info.
Admission: Additional cost. Details on website.
Sports
Cycling Climbing Camp

+ More information.

Educational & Workshops
Sumer Workshops, Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

+ More information.

Performing Arts
''Like Mother, One Bride's Musical Journey Through 6 Showers, 3 Receptions, and 1 Cheese Sculpture of the Empire State Building''

+ More information.

Performing Arts
''A Beautiful View''

+ More information.

Performing Arts
"I Wrote This Play to Make You Love Me"

+ More information.

Saturday, May 30, 2009

Live Music
DIVA*licious
Where: Asheville Community Theatre (ACT)
Date(s): Saturday, May 30, 2009
Time: 7 pm
Phone: (828) 254-1320 - event info.
Admission: Call for details.
Live Music
Malcom Holcombe
Where: White Horse Black Mountain  
Date(s): Saturday, May 30, 2009
Time: 8 pm
Phone: 828-669-0816 - event info.
Admission: $10
Live Music
Night Of The Blues featuring Mac Arnold & Plate Full O' Blues, Blonde Blues & RiYeN RoOtS
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Saturday, May 30, 2009
Time: 8:00 PM (7:00 PM doors)
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $8.00 advance / $10.00 door
Live Music
Floating Action CD Release w/Max Indian & Fox-Teeth
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Saturday, May 30, 2009
Time: 9pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $8 at the door
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa's Artful Living Weekend

+ More information.

Art
H. Douglas Pratt and John C. Sill's BIRDS: The Science of Illustration

+ More information.

Art
Dual Personalities: Multifunctional Contemporary Furniture Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Traditional/Innnovation: American Masterpeices of Southern Craft & Traditional Art

+ More information.

Festivals
Mountain Sports Festival

+ More information.

Nature & Recreation
Rose Show
Where: North Carolina Arboretum  
Date(s): Saturday, May 30, 2009 - Sunday, May 31, 2009
Time: 8 am - 5 pm
Phone: 828-665-2492 - event info.
Admission: Free with parking fee admission ($6 per vehicle)
Nature & Recreation
Grandfather Mountain Nature Photography Weekend

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Sports
Cycling Climbing Camp

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Sports
Blue Ridge Rollergirls vs. Hard Knox Rollergirls
Where: Asheville Civic Center Arena & Banquet Hall  
Date(s): Saturday, May 30, 2009
Time: 6 - 9 pm
Phone: 828-259-5744 - venue info.
Admission: $12, kids under 12 get in free.
Educational & Workshops
Sumer Workshops, Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

+ More information.

Educational & Workshops
Lise Funderburg Reading
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Saturday, May 30, 2009
Time: 7 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Performing Arts
''Like Mother, One Bride's Musical Journey Through 6 Showers, 3 Receptions, and 1 Cheese Sculpture of the Empire State Building''

+ More information.

Performing Arts
''A Beautiful View''

+ More information.

Performing Arts
"I Wrote This Play to Make You Love Me"

+ More information.

Sunday, May 31, 2009

Live Music
Wayne ''The Train'' Hancock w/The Trainwreks
Where: Grey Eagle  
Date(s): Sunday, May 31, 2009
Time: 8pm
Phone: 828-232-5800 - venue info.
Admission: $10 advance/$12 day of show
Live Music
2009 US Air Guitar Championships Asheville Regional
Where: The Orange Peel
Date(s): Sunday, May 31, 2009
Time: 8:00 PM (7:00 PM doors)
Phone: 828-225-5851 - venue info.
Admission: $10.00 advance / $12.00 door
Art
The Legacy Continues: SHCG New Members' Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
H. Douglas Pratt and John C. Sill's BIRDS: The Science of Illustration

+ More information.

Art
The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa's Artful Living Weekend

+ More information.

Art
Dual Personalities: Multifunctional Contemporary Furniture Exhibition

+ More information.

Art
Traditional/Innnovation: American Masterpeices of Southern Craft & Traditional Art

+ More information.

Art
Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan

+ More information.

Art
Expectant Gaze- Art from the Eye and Mind

+ More information.

Art
Mapping the Mountains: The Photographs of George Masa

+ More information.

Festivals
Mountain Sports Festival

+ More information.

Nature & Recreation
Rose Show

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Nature & Recreation
The Mad Hatter's Tea Party & Garden Tour
Where: Asheville Area  
Date(s): Sunday, May 31, 2009
Time: 1 - 5:30 pm
Phone: 828-254-8334 - event info.
Admission: Pre-Sale Tour & Tea Tickets $36/per person ~ Pre-Sale Tour Only Tickets $15/per person ~ Day-of-Sale Tour Only Tickets $20/per person
Nature & Recreation
Grandfather Mountain Nature Photography Weekend

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Sports
Beer, BBQ and Baseball
Where: McCormack Field  
Date(s): Sunday, May 31, 2009
Time: 1:30 - 4 pm
Phone: 828-254-6453 - event info.
Admission: $35 includes game admission, local beers and BBQ.
Educational & Workshops
Sumer Workshops, Odyssey Center for Ceramic Arts

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Educational & Workshops
Author Jo Maeder
Where: Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe  
Date(s): Sunday, May 31, 2009
Time: 3 pm
Phone: 828-254-6734 - event info.
Admission: Free
Performing Arts
''Like Mother, One Bride's Musical Journey Through 6 Showers, 3 Receptions, and 1 Cheese Sculpture of the Empire State Building''

+ More information.

Performing Arts
''A Beautiful View''

+ More information.

Performing Arts
"I Wrote This Play to Make You Love Me"

+ More information.

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