Now through August 3
Hello Dolly!
HART presents a musical production full of elaborate sets, costumes and orchestra along with a cast and crew of nearly forty. August 1 & 2 at 7:30 p.m.; August 3 at 3 p.m. Tickets: $24 for Adults; $20 for Seniors; Students $12. $8 tickets for Students on Sundays. Call (828) 456-6322 or visit www.harttheatre.com for reservations. Performing Arts Center at the Shelton House, 250 Pigeon St., Waynesville.
Now through August 17
Driving Miss Daisy
By Alfred Uhry, directed by Patricia Heuermann. Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Tickets: $22; $19 students and seniors; $12 children 17 and under. Asheville Community Theatre, 35 East Walnut Street, downtown Asheville. (828) 254-1320.
Now through August 21
Quilts as Inspiration
Pattern. Texture. Emotion. Opening reception 5-8 p.m. American Folk Art & Framing, 64 Biltmore Avenue, downtown Asheville. www.amerifolk.com
Now through August 28
Eastern Breezes
Art with Asian inspiration. Includes works by Grace Carol Bomer. On display at Andrew Charles Gallery at Reynolds Village, 60 North Merrimon, Suite 105, N. Asheville. Call (828) 989-0111 for details.
Now through August 31
SVFAL Members Juried Exhibit
The Swannanoa Valley Fine Arts League’s 47th Annual Members Juried Exhibit at the Red House Studios and Gallery, Black Mountain. On display through August 31, 2014. www.SVFALarts.org
Now through August 31
Life in Motion
Artetude Gallery presents works by two artists who are linked by their ability to capture movement. Alyson Markell masters the formal language of monotype printing, using ink as the medium. Kenn Kotara’s paintings using curvilinear lines and shapes that mimic the flow of nature. On display at Artetude Gallery, 89 Patton Avenue, downtown Asheville. For more details call (828) 252-1466, or visit www.artetudegallery.com.
Now through August 31
Twenty Years of Progress
Large scale drawings by Tom Pazderka. On display August 1-31. Pink Dog Creative, 342-348 Depot Street in the River Arts District. www.pinkdog-creative.com
Saturday, August 2
David Troy Francis in Concert
The talented pianist performs. With special guest, Broadway performer, Mark Morales. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $17.50, www.lakejunaluska.com/concert-tickets. Stuart Auditorium, 91 N. Lakeshore Drive, Lake Junaluska.
Saturday, August, 2
From Lord of The Rings to the Beatles
Artwork inspired by the British Isles, in mediums ranging from ink paintings to digital. Free beer! Live music! Meet the artists! Opening reception from 7-9 p.m. Zapow, 21 Battery Park Ave., downtown Asheville. More details at www.zapow.com.
Saturday, August 2
Ten Cent Orchestra
Chelsea Lynn La Bate. Free and open to the public. Song circle afterwards. Bring your instrument and song book. 8:30 p.m. in the Pines Building at Penland School of Crafts. Spruce Pine, NC 28777. (828) 765-2359, www.penland.org.
Saturday & Sunday, August 2 & 3
Village Art and Craft Fair
High quality craft fair sponsored by New Morning Gallery and Bellagio Art-to-Wear. On the grounds of the Cathedral of All Souls in Historic Biltmore Village. Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday noon to 5 p.m., rain or shine. Free. Concessions available. For more details call (828) 274-2831.
Saturday, August 2
Alternative Firings
Three acclaimed ceramicists, Maureen McGregor, Edge Barnes, and Conrad Weiser. Reception at 6 p.m. On display August 2 to October 3, 2014. Crimson Laurel Gallery, 23 Crimson Laurel Way, Bakersville. Details: www.crimsonlaurelgallery.com, (828) 688-3599.
Saturday, August 2
Storytelling Dinner Theatre
With Wayne & Jane Sims, humorists, historians, tandem tellers. Reservations required. Italian Dinner & Storytelling $20; Storytelling $15. Dinner at 6 p.m., storytelling at 7 p.m. For more details or to make reservations: (828) 298-3553, or stjohnsasheville@gmail.com; Sara Davis (828) 298-1330 (voice mail). St. Johns Episcopal Church, 290 Old Haw Creek Rd., Asheville.
Henderson County Events
August 3 & 7-9 – Flat Rock Playhouse Downtown presents Music on the Rock: The Songs of the 60s. 8 p.m. Call (828) 693-0731 or 1-866-732-8008.
August 21 & September 18 – Rhythm & Brews Concert featuring The Fritz, Azalea, 6-9 p.m. Parking on King Street between 3rd & 4th Avenues. Free, bring a chair. Call (828) 233-3216 for more details.
August 24 – Flat Rock Playhouse presents the epic pop opera Miss Saigon. Wed-Sat 8 p.m.; Thurs., Sat. & Sun. 2 p.m. Flat Rock. (828) 693-0731 or 1-866-732-8008.
Now until October 24 – Bearfootin’, a public art display of fiberglass outdoor bear sculptures decorated in different themes. On the sidewalks of Main Street. (828) 233-3216.
For more details visit www.historichendersonville.org
Odyssey Cooperative Art Gallery
August 5 – Celebrating the ceramic art of Anne Jerman, Melanie Dyel, and Mary Jane Findley, as well as new work by twenty-two other gallery members.
August 9 – The River Art District’s Second Saturday event. Demonstrations, refreshments, live music, and a showcase of ceramic arts.
Odyssey Cooperative Art Gallery, 238 Clingman Ave., Asheville.
Tues-Sun 11-5, (828) 285-0210, www.odysseyceramicarts.com
Wednesday, August 6
Creative Industry Management
Technical assistance, workshops, and one-on-one mentoring at the Asheville Area Arts Council’s new Grove Arcade location, and at HandMade in America. 8-week course for $500 ($63 per week). To register, call (828) 258-0710 or visit www.ashevillearts.com
Jewish Jazz
August 6, 9, & 10
Music of Milhaud, Schoenfield, Gershwin, Benny Goodman, and more with violinist Rachel Patrick, pianist Daniel Weiser, and clarinetist Matthew Boyle. This concert will show the connections between Jewish folk music/Klezmer and American Jazz.
Wednesday, August 6 at 7:30 p.m. at White Horse Black Mountain
Saturday, August 9 at 11 a.m. at Isis (brunch/concert)
Saturday, August 9 at 6 p.m. for a House Concert in Arden
Sunday, August 10 at 1 p.m. at UU Asheville
For more information about each concert, visit www.amicimusic.org or contact Dan Weiser at 802) 369-0856 or daniel@amicimusic.org.
Friday, August 8
Matthew Zedler Exhibition
Original works by the modern linear-geometric painter. Opening reception 6-8 p.m. Madison County Arts Council, 90 S. Main St. in Marshall. (828) 649-1301, www.madisoncountyarts.com
Friday, August 8
Bring Us Your Best XI
All media visual art exhibition. Awards reception from 5-7 p.m. Blue Ridge Community College, 180 West Campus Drive, Flat Rock, in the Technology Education & Development Center. Entries received on Monday and Tuesday, August 4 & 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. No late entries allowed. On display August 11-29, 2014. Details at (828) 693-8504 or www.acofhc.org.
August 8-24
Sisters
An intriguing chronicle of the relationship between two African-American women who represent opposite ends of the “color spectrum.” At The BeBe Theatre, 20 Commerce St., downtown Asheville. Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 3 p.m. Tickets: $10 in advance at www.differentstrokesavl.com; at the door $15; $10 for students and seniors.
Saturday, August 9
Anything That Floats Parade
RiverLink’s wildest, wackiest event of the summer. Judges will select a winner in each of four categories: Most Creative, Green Machine, Funniest, and Judges Choice. Part of the free RiverFest 2014 held at the French Broad River Park in Asheville from 1-7 p.m. Winners of the parade announced at 5 p.m. Visit www.riverlink.org.
August 9 & 10
37th Annual Sourwood Festival
Free, non-alcoholic, family-oriented festival. 200 vendor booths, free entertainment, children’s area, and more.
Sourwood Idol Contest held Friday, August 8 from 7-10 p.m. at the Big Tent next to Depot. Festival hours: Saturday 9-8 p.m., Sunday 9-5 p.m. In Black Mountain. More information at www.sourwoodfestival.com.
Live Music at the Art House
Saturday concert series. Doors open at 7 p.m. Music at 7:30 p.m. Open until 11 p.m.
August 9 – Carver & Carmody
August 16 – Wendy Hayes & Michael Jefry Stevens
August 23 – The Bluesy Duo with Garry Segal & Michael Filappone
August 30 – Ellen Trnka Trio with Craig Woody & Howie Johnson
The Art House Gallery and Studio, 5 Highland Park Road
East Flat Rock, NC 28726, www.arthousegalleryandstudio.com
Sunday, August 10
Enchanted Nature Walkabout
A 160-acre haven for Faerie, Orb and Nature Spirits. Led by John Springer, 2:30-5 p.m. Cost: $20; Couples $30; Seniors $10; Children $5. Must pre-register. The Light Center, 2190 NC Hwy 9, Black Mountain. www.URLight.org, (828) 669-6845.
Sunday, August 10
The Toadies
With opening band Black Fire Pistol. Doors open at 7 p.m. for this 8 p.m. show. Tickets are $20 in advance and $23 for day of show. Limited seating. Must be 18 years or older. The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Ave., Asheville. (828) 398-1837, www.theorangepeel.net.
Sunday, August 10
WNC Battle of the Burger
Area chefs compete for a spot in the nationally televised World Food Championships. 4 p.m. at the Renaissance Hotel in downtown Asheville. Tickets are $5; Children 12 and under free. $30 for unlimited burgers, complimentary beer, early entrance and a ballot to vote for WNC’s Best Burger. To benefit Eblen Charities. www.WNCBurgerBattle.com
Tuesday, August 12
Hike to Charlies Bunion
8 miles with a total elevation gain of 1,800 feet. Moderately difficult with stunning views. Led by hiking guide and author, Danny Bernstein. $35 ; $10 for Friends of the Smokies members. To register visit www.friendsofthesmokies.org or call (828) 452-0720.
Wednesday, August 13
Laugh Your Asheville Off Festival
Launch party and Brother Wolf Animal Rescue Benefit. Individual show pricing: $16/ticket. Cosmo festival passes: $66-$86 for access to all shows. At Highland Brewing, 12 Old Charlotte Hwy., Asheville. For more details visit www.laughyourashevilleoff.com.
Movies at Pack Library
Comedy Greats of the Silent Screen
Pack Memorial Library will host a free evening of fun for the whole family on Thursday, August 14 from 6-7:30 p.m. Admission is free. Local film historian Chip Kaufmann will introduce three short films which feature some of the best-known comedians of the silent movie era.
Please join us as we enjoy their films, and learn more about five comedy greats: Charlie Chaplin, Mabel Normand, Buster Keaton, Harold Lloyd, and Roscoe “Fatty” Arbuckle. These actors sometimes appeared in each other’s films and were famous not just as comedians, but also as writers, directors, and producers of classic comedy films.
The Great American Musical
Pack Memorial Library is hosting a free summer film series in August called The Great American Musical. All films will be screened in the Lord Auditorium on the following Wednesdays at 3 p.m.
August 6: Mary Poppins (1964)
August 13: Singing in the Rain (1952)
August 20: Meet Me In St. Louis (1944)
August 27: Gypsy (1962)
Call for Artists
Deadline: August 15, 2014
The Arts Council of Henderson County is looking for artists to demonstrate and sell their work at the 55th annual Art on Main Festival in downtown Hendersonville, October 4 & 5. Artists will be juried. $50 booth fee. Requirements and application at www.acofhc.org, or email acofhc@bellsouth.net. 401 N. Main St., Ste. 302, Hendersonville, NC 28792.
Sunday, August 17
Folktales and Foolishness
Asheville Storytelling Circle presents a tell-off from 6-8 p.m. Free and open to the public. Bring chairs or blankets for seating. Buncombe County Recreation Park, Round Pavilion #3, 72 Gashes Creek Road adjacent to the WNC Nature Center. Information: (828) 667-4227 or email StoryBuff@aol.com
Sunday, August 17
Sven Hoosen Concert
Mountain dulcimer performance at the Waynesville Public Library at 3 p.m. in the meeting room. Sven’s melodious songs will sway your soul to the dance of life in all its beauty with songs, melodies, and ballads. 678 South Haywood Street, Waynesville. (828) 452-5169.
Sunday, August 17
Larry G. Davis Concert
Hailing from Ridges Mountain in Randoff County NC, Davis is a former studio musician of Nashville, and a solo guitarist performing in classical, jazz, and other genres. Larry will be performing at the Canton Public Library at 3 p.m. in the meeting room. Canton Public Library, 11 Pennsylvania Avenue, Canton. (828) 648-2924.
Thursday, August 21
Fred Chappell Reading, Signing, & Reception
Former NC Poet Laureate and WNC native Fred Chappell joins us to share his most recent book, Familiars: Poems. Chappell is the author of more than thirty books of celebrated poetry, fiction, and nonfiction. Reading followed by a wine and cheese reception. 7 p.m. at Malaprop’s Bookstore/Cafe, 55 Haywood St. Asheville. (828) 254-6734, www.malaprops.com
Asheville Wine & Food Festival
Featuring Hundreds of Local & International Wines, dozens of farm-to-table restaurants, local brews, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages, a smorgasbord of artisan foods, culinary demos, and regional authors.
ELIXIR – Thursday, August 21: A host of area bars and regional distillers will be on hand to serve samples of their latest and greatest concoctions, while you enjoy live entertainment and hors d’oeuvres.
SWEET – Friday, August 22: Chocolates, cakes, tarts, pastries and more! Wash it all down with glasses of sparkling wine, beer, and spirits while swaying to the jazz of “One Leg Up.” From 8-10 p.m. at the Grove Arcade in downtown Asheville.
Asheville Wine & Food Festival, August 21-23 at the US Cellular Center in downtown Asheville. To purchase tickets visit www.ashevillewineandfood.com
August 22 – September 7
The Odd Couple
August 22, 23, 29, 30, and September 5 & 6 at 7:30 p.m.; August 24, 31, and September 7 at 3 p.m. Tickets: $22 for adults; $18 for seniors; students $10. Special $6 discount tickets for students Sundays. Box Office Hours: Tue-Sat 1-5 p.m. Performing Arts Center at the Shelton House, 250 Pigeon St., Waynesville. Call (828) 456-6322 or visit www.harttheatre.com.
Friday, August 22
ART at Laurel Ridge
An exclusive viewing & sale of local art, featuring ccommunity members and invited guest artists. See original paintings, jewelry, woodworking, quilting, pottery, furniture and much more! Artwork will be available for purchase (no credit cards please). Dine in the clubhouse from 5:30-8:30 p.m. “Flying Pasta” dinner for $15.99 by reservation only.
ART at Laurel Ridge takes place from 4-7 p.m. in the Pavilion at the Laurel Ridge Country Club. Laurel Ridge Country Club, 49 Cupp Lane, Waynesville. (828) 452-0545, www.laurelridgegolf.com
The Lion in Winter
Written by James Goldman, directed by Jim Reid, produced by The Autumn Players. Tickets: $5, available at the door.
August 22 & 23 at 35below at Asheville Community Theatre at 2:30 p.m.
August 24 at the Reuter Center at UNCA at 2:30 p.m.
Asheville Community Theatre Box Office, 35 E. Walnut St., downtown Asheville. (828) 254-1320
Wednesday, August 27
Elegance & Spirit
The costume designers of Downton Abbey. Presentation by Cornelia Powell followed by book signing. 10-12 noonat the Center for Life Enrichment at the Peggy Crosby Center, 348 S. Fifth St., Highlands, NC 28741. Call (828) 526-8811 or visit www.clehighlands.com.
August 29 – September 1
The Core of Our Labor Day Weekend
The 68th NC Apple Festival will be held in Hendersonville from Friday, August 29 through September 1. The Festival’s Street Fair will feature quality arts and crafts and wonderful traditional festival foods. You can buy many varieties of locally harvested apples direct from the growers. Enjoy your fill of fried apple pies, apple freezes and apple ice cream just for starters!
The fair will be open Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., with a mini-fair on Monday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. You can also enjoy free entertainment and dancing under the stars at the Historic Henderson County Courthouse on Main Street.
A mixture of music, from bluegrass to rock and roll, will be performed Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Many more special events, including the Gem and Mineral Spectacular, Downtown Sidewalk Sale and the King Apple Parade, are listed at www.ncapplefestival.org.
Friday, August 29
Stories and Music of Faith, Hope, Charity
A program of inspiration, 7-9 p.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 768 Asbury Rd., Candler, NC. Info: (828) 670-0051 or stjoanofarc3640@bellsouth.net. Benefits church ministry and programs.
Monday, September 1
Whimsical Art for the Young at Heart!
Marcy Jackson of Red Cat Studio will be exhibiting her artwork for children of all ages. Narrative illustrations of fantastical creatures, places and designs. Art by Marcy Jackson on display September 1-30 at Flat Rock Village Bakery, 2710 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock. Visit Marcy’s artwork year round at Art Mob Studios in Hendersonville.
Friday, September 5
First Friday Art Walks
5-8 p.m. Stroll galleries, meet the artists and enjoy refreshments. Through December in downtown Hendersonville and Flat Rock.
Friday, September 19
Elise and Phil Okrend reading and booksigning
5:30-7 p.m. at Grateful Steps Bookstore, 159 South Lexington Ave., Asheville. For more details please call (828) 277-0998.
Monday, September 29
Midsummer Night’s Feast
Farm to table dinner benefits local organic farmers. Mocktails & H’ors D’oeuvres at 5:30; 6:30 film, GMO OMG; 8 p.m. three-course seated dinner and panel discussion. $40. At the Hub, 278 Haywood Rd. in West Asheville. www.organicgrowersschool.org
Puppies for Adoption
Two AKC male and female English Bulldog puppies for adoption. Trying to find a good home for them. Interested contact Collinwalsh001@yahoo.com
The Little Town that Rocks
The town of Black Mountain is seeking sponsors for the 2014 Rocking Chair Campaign. For a $100 sponsorship a rocker with your name or business name will be placed either in downtown Black Mountain or at a regional attraction or tourism destination.
The rockers feature photography and art, showcasing the valley, landscapes, lifestyle, nature, and landmarks of Black Mountain. The goal of 50 rockers is within reach. Sponsors are needed for 28 more chairs. For details email bmchamber@juno.com, or visit the Black Mountain-Swannanoa Chamber of Commerce, 201 E. State Street, Black Mountain.
(828) 669-2300, www.thelittletownthatrocks.org