HART presents Two Musical Classics
“Side by Side by Sondheim” will have performances June 28 & 29, and July 5 & 6 at 7:30 p.m., July 7 at 3 p.m., and August 3 at 2 p.m.
“Brigadoon” will run Thursdays through Sundays from July 13 through August 4.
Tickets: $24 for adults; $22 for seniors; students/teachers $12. Special $8 discount tickets for students and teachers for Sundays. Box Office Hours: Monday-Saturday 1-5 p.m. Call (828) 456-6322 for reservations. Tickets available at www.harttheatre.com. Performing Arts Center at the Shelton House, 250 Pigeon St., Waynesville.
Swannanoa Chamber Music Festival
July 2, 9, 16, and 23 at 7:30 p.m. at Kittredge Theatre on the campus of Warren Wilson College; Sunday evenings, June 30, July 7, 14, 21 at 7:30 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center in Waynesville. $20 for individual tickets and $75 for a series ticket. For more information, visit www.swannanoachambermusic.com. If you would like to contact us in Swannanoa, phone (828) 771-3050 or e-mail chamber@warren-wilson.edu
through July
America
Swannanoa Valley Fine Arts League Members’ Exhibit on display at The Red House Studios & Gallery in Black Mountain. The show runs through Monday July 29. For more information visit www.svfalarts.org
Sunday, June 30 and Monday, July 1
Auditions for “Dearly Departed”
The Haywood Arts Regional Theatre will hold auditions at 6:30 p.m. for its production of the Southern comedy, directed by Judy Dybwad. The show has lead roles for adults of various ages. Anyone interested in working backstage should come sign up. Held in the Feichter Studio of the HART Theatre, 250 Pigeon St. in Waynesville.
Thursday, July 4
20th Annual Firecracker 5K
Weaverville, NC, at PNC Bank, Weaver Blvd. Entry fee: $25. Register online at www.active.com, e-mail Kiwanisfirecracker@yahoo.com, or call (828) 658-1914 for information. Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of North Buncombe for student scholarships.
Thursday, July 4
All Aboard!
From 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. The Craggy Mountain Line will run their first annual 4th of July trolley train ride. Tickets are $10 per person for this fun train ride to Riverside Park and back. Hot dogs, refreshments, and lots of fun for the whole family! Purchase tickets on the day of the event, or call (828) 808-4877. Trains will be running every hour.
The Craggy Mountain Line also runs special charter trolley trains. With elegant and comfortable furnishings, we can’t wait to show you our fully restored rail cars! The Craggy Mountain Line, 111 North Woodfin Ave., Asheville, NC 28804. Visit www.craggymountainline.com
Downtown Asheville Art Walk
1st Friday Gallery Walk
Friday, July 5
The Downtown Asheville Arts District hosts First Fridays from 5 to 8 p.m. every month through December. More than 25 galleries and museums in downtown Asheville will host receptions and exhibitions. Complimentary trolley service during the event. Park at the Asheville Visitors Center and hop on! www.DowntownAshevilleArtDistrict.org
– Appalachian Craft presents “Quilts by Mary Allen”, an 89 year old quilter who has not lost the art of hand quilting.
– Artetude Gallery hosts “Spirits”, an exhibition by the sculptor Leonid Siveriver on display from July 17 through August 12. An opening reception will be held on July 20 from 5-8:30 p.m.
– Asheville Gallery of Art opens “Recent Works” by Cheryl Keefer featuring vivid colors of reflected light in wet pavement, contrasted by rainy-day grays. Her loose painting style lends itself to capturing soft, atmospheric moods of rainy street scenes. The collection includes rural landscapes, many done on location en plein air. The opening reception will be held on July 5 during the Art Walk.
– The Bender Gallery showcases new works in glass by nationally recognized emerging artists Matthew Cummings and Chad Holliday. In addition, the exhibition “Meditations: What Lies Beneath the Surface” featuring the sculptural work of Meris Barreto and William Zweifel continues through August 31.
– Blue Spiral 1 features “Along the Trail”, an exhibition of works by eight regional artists which runs through July 23. A percentage of sales benefit the Appalachian Trail Conservancy. Also through July 23, works by Mark Hewitt and Dana Brown.
– Castell Photography presents “Figures & Space”, a group exhibition featuring works from artists Roger Ricco and Lauren Semivan, as well as Eric Baden and Elizabeth Fritts, both showing at the gallery for the first time. The exhibition runs through July 27 and is about the ways in which these four image-makers choose to handle their subjects, their surrounding environments, and the resulting conversations that these relationships create.
– Mountain Made offers live weekly art and craft demonstrations every Saturday from 11-4 p.m. by one of their local artisans. The featured artist for the Art Walk is wood sculptor Brian Monteleone. The live art demo schedule features: July 6, metalwork artist Jim Beghtol; July 20, ceramic artist Sondra Hastings; and, July 27, ceramic artists Jean & Carl Saake.
– Van Dyke Jewelry and Fine Craft presents work in natural dyes from Laura Sims, and new work from Diane Dean, Mark Henry, and Elizabeth Lasley. Music, hors d’oeuvres, and wine will be featured during the Art Walk.
– ZaPow! is presenting a group show entitled “Postcards from Asheville” which features art inspired by and about Asheville. The exhibition continues through July 27.
Friday, July 5
Art After Dark
The Waynesville Gallery Association presents Art After Dark, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Friday, July 5
Nature Inspired
On display Wednesday, July 3 through Saturday, July 27. Artist’s reception Friday, July 5 during Art After Dark from 6-9 p.m. Gallery 86, 86 N. Main Street, Waynesville, NC. Gallery hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more details visit www.haywoodarts.org.
Friday, July 5
Cheryl Keefer Recent Works
Opening reception from 5 to 8 p.m. The exhibition features oil paintings with vivid colors of reflected light in wet pavement, contrasted by rainy-day grays. On display from July 1-31, 2013. The Asheville Gallery of Art, 16 College Street in downtown Asheville. For more information, call (828) 251-5796, visit www.ashevillegallery-of-art.com, or visit www.CherylKeefer.com.
July 5 & 6
Jack Stern Exhibit & Demonstrations
The oil painter will be demonstrating July 5 from 6-9 p.m., and Saturday, July 6 from 11-4. Twigs and Leaves Gallery, 98 N. Main Street, Waynesville, NC. Call (828) 456-1940 or visit www.twigsandleaves.com.
July 5-21
I Land
Thursday-Saturday performances at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. All performances are at North Carolina Stage Company’s theatre at 15 Stage Lane, just off Walnut Street in downtown Asheville. Tickets are $20, with $15 tickets available to those under 30 and over 60, and are available at www.ncstage.org, or by calling (828) 239-0263.
July 6, 13, & 20
Waynesville’s First Summer Jazz Festival
Consecutive Saturdays at 7 p.m. Each Saturday includes a lavish four-course dinner with concert for $39.99 per person. Purchase two or more show dates and save $5 per ticket. To reserve your table call (828) 452-6000, or email info@classicwineseller.com. Seating is limited. The Classic Wineseller, 20 Church Street, Waynesville, NC.
July 6, 13, & 20
Shindig on the Green
A joyously spontaneous celebration of traditional and old-time string bands, bluegrass, ballad singers, big circle mountain dancers and cloggers. Saturday evenings at Pack Square Park in downtown Asheville. Free. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. For details call (828) 258-6101 x345 or visit www.folkheritage.org.
Sunday, July 7
Arts at Black Mountain College
Opening reception from 2-4 p.m. in the Upper Gallery. The exhibit focuses on the school at nearby Lake Eden which influenced visual art, architecture, dance, music, clay, film, literature, poetry, and more. The Black Mountain Center for the Arts, 225 W. State Street in Black Mountain. On display July 1-26, 2013. (828) 669-0930, www.blackmountainarts.org.
DramaRama: July 7-13
An entire week of unique, affordable, fun events that benefit the Asheville Community Theatre.
Sunday, July 7 – BARK! The Musical will be performed at 2:30 p.m. and again at 7:30 p.m. on the ACT Mainstage. $15.
Monday, July 8 – Costume Drama: A Fashion Show will be held at 7:30 p.m. on the ACT Mainstage. Tickets are $10.
Tuesday, July 9 – Listen to This: Tom Chalmers hosts a Special Edition at 7:30 p.m., on the ACT Mainstage. $10.
Thursday, July 11 – Theatre Trivia Night at Pack’s Tavern at 7:30 p.m. $5 to enter.
Friday, July 12 – Sing-a-long Movie Night. Asheville Community Theatre will screen Mamma Mia! and is encouraging everyone to belt out the ABBA hits. People are welcome to come costumed as their favorite “dancing queen.” Champagne cocktails and popcorn will be available during the film. 7:30 p.m. at Asheville Community Theatre. Tickets are $10.
Saturday, July 13 – Asheville Night Live. ACT unveils their take on a late night variety show. ACT Mainstage at 7:30 p.m. $15 for adults, $12 for children.
A full schedule of DramaRama events can be found by visiting www.ashevilletheatre.org. Or, call (828) 254-1320 for more information. Asheville Community Theatre, 35 E. Walnut St. in downtown Asheville.
Songcatchers Music Series
Sundays in July from 4-5:30 p.m. Showcases acoustic music with roots in the Southern Appalachians. Local musicians gather under the Cradle’s Moon Tree at 3 p.m. to jam before the concert.
July 7 – Chicken Train – old time string trio from Asheville.
July 14 – Hilary Dirlam and Rhonda Gouge – old-time, bluegrass, western swing.
July 21 – Laura Boosinger – songstress and multi-instrumentalist with a beautiful voice and a knack for humor.
July 28 – Cary Fridley with Trevor and Travis Stewart – traditional ballads and fiddle tunes.
Picnics are welcome. Admission is $6; $3 for youth 15 and under. Call (828) 877-3130 or visit www.cradleofforestry.org for more details. The Cradle of Forestry in America, NC Highway 276, four miles south of the Blue Ridge Parkway at MP 412.
July 8 through August 1
Toy Boat Circus Arts Camp
Circus artists introduce students to the trapeze, tightrope, and other activities designed to build balance and specific skills. Held at Claxton Elementary School on Merrimon Avenue. Toy Boat will also present a demonstration and workshop August 31 at 5:30 p.m., in Pritchard Park. Visit www.theLEAF.org for more information.
Tuesday, July 9
Masonic Temple Anniversary
The Asheville Masonic Temple will hold a special ceremony celebrating the 100th anniversary of the building. The cornerstone was laid 100 years ago this July. Dewey Preslar, the Grand Master of Masons in NC, will preside at the dedication of the Centennial Stone at 4 p.m. The ceremony will be followed by a reception and tour of the building. 80 Broadway, downtown Asheville.
Tuesday, July 9, and Tuesday, July 23
Two Ranger-Led Guided Hikes
The release of the book “Smoky Mountain Elk” comes just in time for visitors to Great Smoky Mountains National Park to also enjoy two ranger-led guided hikes with elk as the focus. The hikes takes visitors to the elk acclimation pen, where they will learn about how, when and why the elk were returned to the Smokies.
“Return of the Elk,” a 1.5-hour-long program, leaves from the Rough Fork trailhead in Cataloochee Valley on Tuesday, July 9, and Tuesday, July 23. The hikes begin at 6 p.m., are of moderate difficulty, and cover slightly less than a mile in distance.
Thursday, July 11
See the Asheville Tourists
A trip for seniors age 50 and above to see an Asheville Tourists baseball game. Departs from the Waynesville Recreation Center at 5:30 p.m., returns at 11 p.m. The cost is $12 per person, $10 for members of the Waynesville Recreation Center. Price includes transportation and a general admission ticket to the game. For more information or to register call the Waynesville Parks and Recreation Department at (828) 456-2030.
July 11
Awake! Awake! Deborah
Set partly in Vincent’s Ear, and partly in hell. Asheville actors Trinity Smith, Derek Evans, Jack Parsons, Michael MacCauley, and Jake Bowden perform a free reading. 7:30 p.m. at the Apothecary in the historic YMI on Eagle Street in downtown Asheville.
July 11-13
The Caro Savanti Experience
At the Bebe Theatre, 20 Commerce St. in downtown Asheville. Tickets $15; $12 for students and seniors with valid ID. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.themagnetictheatre.org.
Friday, July 12
Children of the World
Photographs by Mickey Buckwalter. Opening Reception from 5-7 p.m. Chifferobe, 118 D Cherry Street, Black Mountain. For more details call (828) 669-2743 or visit www.chifferobehomeandgarden.com.
Friday, July 12
Expression & Impression
Mixed media works by Lucy Folger and Suzie Rowland. Reception 6-8 p.m. On display July 8 through August 23 at MESH Gallery, 114-B West Union Street in Morganton, NC. Call (828) 437-1957, or visit www.meshgallery.com.
Friday, July 12
On Hallowed Ground
Doreyl Ammons Cain exhibits her original pastel sketch of the new historical Dillsboro mural, along with details from the progression of the mural. The project can be viewed July 1-31 at www.usaprojects.org. Opening reception during the Sylva Art Stroll, from 5-9 p.m. in The Rotunda Gallery at the Historic Jackson County Courthouse.
July 12 through August 2
Lunchtime Literary & Music Series
Jazz pianist and composer Michael Jefry Stevens and poet Tina Barr will present four sessions on Fridays at noon, on Jazz Poetry and Music. At the Black Mountain Center for the Arts, 225 W. State Street. Bring your own brown bag lunch. There is no charge, but donations are accepted. (828) 669-0930 or www.blackmountainarts.org.
Saturday, July 13
The Billy Sea CD Release Concert
Billy Cardine on slide guitar, percussionist River Guerguerian, and bassist Jake Wolf. $12 advance / $15 door. 8:30 p.m. at Isis Restaurant and Music Hall, 743 Haywood Rd., Asheville. (828) 575-2737, www.isisasheville.com.
Saturday, July 13
Toe River Storytelling Festival
National Tellers: Carmen Deedy, Gwenda Ledbetter, Tim Lowry, and Donna Washington. Regional Tellers: Wallace Shealy, Pete Koschnick, Lona Bartlett, Sylvia Payne, and Sherry Lovett. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Bakersville Creek Walk, Bakersville, NC. Adults: $10. Children, 9 & under, free. For more details call (828) 467-9955, or visit www.toeriverstorytelling.org.
Appalachian Summer Music Series
Bluegrass, Celtic and old time music. The free concerts take place at 3 p.m. on Sunday afternoons at UNC Asheville’s Reuter Center.
July 14 – Buncombe Turnpike, traditional and contemporary bluegrass, gospel and original tunes.
July 21 – The highly acclaimed Celtic group, Solas, performs.
July 28 – Tom and Alice, a traditional old time duo, perform on banjo, fiddle, guitar, and mandolin.
For more information call (828) 251-6140 or visit www.olliasheville.com.
Pan Harmonia Concerts
Sunday, July 14 – 2nd Sunday @ 5 series. Features Jamie Laval, violin, Barbara Weiss, harpsichord, and Amy Brucksch, guitar. 5 p.m. The Altamont Theatre, 18 Church St., Asheville. To purchase tickets visit www.myAltamont.com
Sunday, July 28 – Collaboration with members of the North Carolina Symphony. Dovid Friedlander, violin, Kate Steinbeck, flute, Tracy Golaszewski, horn, Hwa-Jin Kim, piano. 5 p.m. Groce Methodist Church, 945 Tunnel Rd., East Asheville. Visit www.graceumc.org
Tickets for each concert: $12/advance online at www.pan-harmonia.org/shop; $15 at the door; $5 students.
Thursday, July 18
Oteil & Kofi Burbridge, Roosevelt Collier & Jeff Sipe
Four friends and musical madmen host a never-before-seen super-jam. Tickets: $12 / $15. 9 p.m. at the Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave., Asheville. Call (828) 232-5800 or visit www.thegreyeagle.com
July 18-20
The Caro Savanti Experience
At the Bebe Theatre, 20 Commerce St. in downtown Asheville. Tickets $15; $12 for students and seniors with valid ID. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.themagnetictheatre.org.
July 18-21
Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
Fine traditional and contemporary crafts created by members of the Southern Highland Craft Guild. More than 200 of the best craftspeople from the Appalachian region fill the two levels of the center, selling their works of clay, fiber, glass, leather, metal, mixed media, natural materials, paper, wood and jewelry. Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. US Cellular Center, 87 Haywood Street, Asheville. (828) 298-7928.
Thursday, July 18
Grassroots Arts Program Subgrants
The Arts Council of Henderson County and HandMade in America are accepting applications for NC Arts Council Grassroots Arts Program subgrants. Applications are available for non-profit organizations whose purpose is to promote and develop diverse cultural arts programming. Projects must occur between July 1, 2013 and June 30, 2014.
There will be a grant writing workshop on Thursday, July 18 at the Hendersonville Arts Council, 401 N. Main St., 3rd floor, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Please RSVP by calling Patty Smyers at (828) 693-8504, or email acofhc@bellsouth.net.
Application forms and additional details are available at www.handmadeinamerica.org
Friday and Saturday, July 19 & 20
Carousel
The Asheville Lyric Opera preesents Carousel. Performances begin at 8 p.m. on both Friday, July 19 and Saturday, July 20, with an additional performance on Saturday, July 20 at 3 p.m., in the Diana Wortham Theater in Asheville. Tickets are available at the theatre box office: (828) 257-4530. For more information visit www.ashevillelyric.org.
Saturday, July 20
International Festival Day
Features international cuisine, a juried international and regional art show, local and regional entertainment, and a children’s area for hands on crafts. Hosted by the Haywood County Arts Council, this free festival takes place on Main Street in downtown Waynesville, NC.
Folkmoot World Music & Dance
Friday, July 19 at 7:30 p.m.
Grand Opening at the Stompin Grounds, featuring the Dixie Darlin’s.
Saturday July 20 at 7:30 p.m.
All Groups at Haywood Community College, featuring the Southern Appalachian Cloggers.
Sunday, July 21 at 3:30 p.m.
World Friendship Day at Stuart Auditorium, featuring Southern Mountain Fire.
Thursday, July 25 at 7:30 p.m.
Five Groups at Haywood Community College, featuring the Green Valley Cloggers and Southern Appalachian Cloggers.
Friday, July 26 at 7:30 p.m.
All Groups at the Stompin Grounds, featuring the J-Creek Cloggers.
Saturday, July 27 at 7:30 p.m.
All Groups at Haywood Community College, featuring Dixie Darlin’s.
Sunday, July 28 at 7 p.m.
Closing Performance at Stuart Auditorium, features Southern Mountain Fire.
* Dancers Subject to change.
Folkmoot USA’s special 30th Anniversary Festival takes place July 17-28. For more details call (828) 452-2997 or visit www.FolkmootUSA.org
Saturday, July 20
Fine Art Mandala of Nature
Mandalas by Asheville photographer Taylor Johnson are created from a single, photograph of nature and printed on sheet metal. Opening reception from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. OM Sanctuary, 87 Richmond Hill Dr., Asheville.
Sunday, July 21
Amici Music
Chamber music series begins at 4 p.m., $15. White Horse Black Mountain, 105c Montreat Road, Black Mountain. Details at (828) 669-0816, or visit
www.whitehorseblackmountain.com.
Thursday, July 25
Claying Around for Kids
Kids learn how to paint their favorite cartoon characters on pottery, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Ages 6-12, $32 per child. Snacks will be provided. Call (828) 277-0042 for reservations or more details. Reserve your spot at www.clayingaround.com. Paint your own pottery, hand-building with clay, and pottery wheel lessons. Claying Around, 1378 Hendersonville Rd., Asheville. (828) 277-0042.
Friday, July 26
Jazz Cabaret Dinner Concert
“Straight From the Heart,” Rockell Scott, Bill Bares, Zack Page, Justin Watt. White Horse Black Mountain, 105c Montreat Road, (828) 669-0816.
Sunday, July 28
Yonder Mountain String Band
Wwith Devil Makes Three, at The Pisgah Brewing Company in Black Mountain. Gates open at 5 p.m. for this 6 p.m. show. Tickets are priced at $25 in advance, $30 day of show, and $55 for the “Hopster” VIP special. For more information go online to www.pisgahbrewing.com
Sunday, July 28
English Country Dancing
3-5:30 p.m. Instruction included, $7. White Horse Black Mountain, 105c Montreat Road, Black Mountain. Call (828) 669-0816, or visit www.whitehorseblackmountain.com
through July & August
Crimson Laurel Gallery
“Strange Offerings: Beyond the Garden Gate,” features unique and collaborative work by jeweler Deb Karash and ceramic sculptor Deborah G. Rogers. “Alex Matisse: Work from the Tenth Firing at East Fork Pottery” features new pieces from the latest firing of Alex Matisse. 23 Crimson Laurel Way, Bakersville, NC 28705. (828) 688-3599, www.crimsonlaurelgallery.com.
Thursday, August 1
Jimmy LaFave
With opening band The Lennings, at 7 p.m. Tickets are priced at $12 in advance and $15 day of for this all ages, seated show. The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave., Asheville. Call (828) 232-5800 or visit www.thegreyeagle.com
1st Friday Gallery Walk
Friday, August 2
The Downtown Asheville Arts District hosts First Fridays from 5 to 8 p.m. every month through December. More than 25 galleries and museums in downtown Asheville will host receptions and exhibitions. Complimentary trolley service during the event. Park at the Asheville Visitors Center and hop on! www.DowntownAshevilleArtDistrict.org
Saturday August 3
Rock and Roll Art Reception
From 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. ZaPow, 21 Battery Park Ave., downtown Asheville. For more information visit ZaPow.com
August 3 & 4
Village Art and Craft Fair
The annual Village Art and Craft Fair on the grounds of the Cathedral of all Souls in Biltmore Village. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday, noon to 6 p.m. For more information, visit www.newmorningnc.com.
Disc Golf Tournaments
Saturday, August 3 – Western Carolina Juniors Disc Golf Championship. Two 18 hole rounds. Registration at 8 a.m. Players meeting at 9:30 a.m. The entry fee is $20 per person.
Sunday, August 4 – The first annual Blind Hog Smokey Mountain Throw Down Disc Golf Tournament. Registration fee varies based on division.
Waynesville Disc Golf Course, Vance Street Park in Waynesville. For more information please call (828) 456-2030 or visit www.townofwaynesville.org
Saturday, September 21
Art in Autumn
From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Main Street in downtown Weaverville. For more information visit www.artinautumn.com.