Sunday, March 1
POETRIO
3 p.m. Readings by poets Rick Mulkey (Ravenous: New & Selected Poems), Louise Runyon (The Clearing), and Susan Odell Underwood (Love and Other Hungers). Malaprop’s Bookstore, 55 Haywood Street, Asheville. Call (828) 254-6734, or visit www.malaprops.com.
Tuesday, March 3
Gallery Opening
New show celebrating the ceramic art of MaryJane Findley, Anne Jerman, and other gallery members. Odyssey Cooperative Art Gallery, 238 Clingman Avenue, Asheville.
Thursday, March 5
Design Matters
Ecology, Culture and Art in the work of Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects. 6-8 p.m. Free for Asheville Art Museum members and students with ID. $5 for non-members. Diana Wortham Theatre, Pack Square, Asheville. www.ashevilleart.org
Pan Harmonia
Sonata Series – Music of Philippe Gaubert, William Hurlstone, and Felix Mendelssohn. Kate Steinbeck, flute; Liz Austin, cello; Fabio Parrini, piano.
Thursday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m. White Horse, 105 Montreat Rd., Black Mountain.
Sunday, March 8 at 3 p.m. First Presbyterian Church, 40 Church Street, Asheville.
Tickets: $16.50 advance; $22 at the door; $5 for students. Limited seating; rsvp to office@pan-harmonia.org. Pan Harmonia, (828) 254-7123, www.pan-harmonia.org
Friday, March 6
Reflections: Interiors/Landscapes/Cityscapes
Works by Cheryl Keefer on display at the Asheville Gallery of Art, March 1-31. Reception from 5 to 8 p.m. 16 College Street in Asheville. (828) 251-5796, www.ashevillegallery-of-art.com.
March 6-22
“Tape” Opens in 35below
A suspenseful, high-stakes story that examines questions of motive, memory, truth and perception. Written by Stephen Belber; directed by Elliot Weiner. Performances Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday afternoons at 2:30 p.m. All tickets are $15 and are available online at ashevilletheatre.org, by phone at (828) 254-1320, or in person at the ACT Box Office. Asheville Community Theatre, 35 E. Walnut St., downtown Asheville.
Saturday, March 7
MatchStrike – Youth Artists in Collaboration
Exhibition of works by 20 youth artists from various mediums. Featuring local bands, spoken word poets, individual musicians, singing groups, studio artists, and photographers. 5-8 pm at The Mill Room, 66 Ashland Ave. in downtown Asheville. Visit www.ashevillemillroom.com. Tickets are $7 for students and $10 for adults. They can be purchased at the door or at slamashevilleyouth.wix.com/homeword.
Saturday & Sunday, March 7-8
Organic Growers School Spring Conference
Workshops on organic growing, permaculture, homesteading, urban farming, and rural living. UNCA Campus, Asheville. $60 Saturday, $55 Sunday. www.organicgrowersschool.org
Saturday, March 7
Chuck Brodsky Album Release
Finely crafted songs that accentuate the eccentric, the profound and the holy. Release of new album, Tale Tell Heart. 8 p.m. at The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave., Asheville. (828) 232-5800, www.thegreyeagle.com
Sunday, March 8
Where All Light Tends to Go
Reading and booksigning by author David Joy. Joy’s depiction of Jacob McNeely’s struggle to fulfill his obligations to his meth-dealing family while pushing against the encompassing wall that hems in his hopes of a better future, will stay with you for quite some time. 3 p.m. Malaprop’s Bookstore & Cafe, 55 Haywood Street, downtown Asheville. Call (828) 254-6734, or visit www.malaprops.com.
Sunday, March 8
Ana Blanton Exhibit
Abstract paintings on display at the Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park in the lobby level. Reception 1-3 p.m. Refreshments will be served. On display Through mid-April. 43 Town Square Blvd., Asheville.
Sunday, March 8
Hendersonville Chamber Music
Jason Posnock will be joined by three other Music Center faculty musicians for an afternoon of intimate chamber music that will include the Ravel Duo for Violin and Cello. Hendersonville Chamber Music performances are presented on Sunday afternoons at 3 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, Fifth Avenue and White Pine in Hendersonville. Subscriptions are $75 including tax. Mail a check, payable to HFCM, PO Box 271, Hendersonville, NC 28793. More information on Facebook and hendersonvillechambermusic.org.
Tuesday, March 10
Classic Hike of the Smokies
Hike the Smokemont Loop Trail. 6.2 miles; moderately difficult. Led by hiking guide and author Danny Bernstein. Hikers will visit the historic Lufty Baptist Church. $35; includes membership to Friends of the Smokies. To register, contact AnnaLee@friendsofthesmokies.org. www.friendsofthesmokies.org
Tuesday, March 10
Like Sunday, Like Rain
Reggie, a 12-year-old cello prodigy, lives a solitary life. Eleanor needs a new place to live and a new job. Fate places Eleanor as Reggie’s new au pair. The music in their hearts and souls intertwines to create this beautiful story about discovery and acceptance. 7 p.m. at Grace Centre, 495 Cardinal Rd. in Mills River, just west of the Asheville Airport. Tickets may be purchased at the door for $10. To view the trailer, reserve a ticket or join the WNC Film Society, call (828) 885-5354 or visit www.wncfilmsociety.com.
March 11-22
Amadeus
Performances Wednesday-Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Tickets: $35; $32 Seniors; $20 Student Rush (17 and under). Asheville Community Theatre, 35 East Walnut Street Asheville. Call ACT at (828) 254-1320 or visit www.ashevilletheatre.org
Thursday, March 12
Michael Hopping Book Launch Party
Meet the author and get your autographed copy of rhythms on a flaming drum at Grateful Steps, 159 S. Lexington Avenue in downtown Asheville. Call (828) 277-0998 for more details. 5:30 p.m. reception; 6 p.m. reading followed by Q&A. At 7:15 p.m. follow us around the corner to STORM Rhum Bar & Bistro, 125 S. Lexington, to celebrate the publication of Mike’s third book. RSVP by calling (828) 301-8968.
Thursday, March 12
Liz Longley Album Release
Stunning vocal prowess and songwriting capabilities provide the perfect balance in her self-titled collection of intimate and moving tales. $10-$12; 8 p.m. at ISIS Music Hall, 743 Haywood Road, Asheville. (828) 575-2737
Thursday, March 12
Comedian Claude Stuart
Explosive, in-your-face, rapid-fire, madman has evoked comparisons to Steve Martin, Robin Williams, and Jim Carrey. He has performed on The Tonight Show and Last Comic Standing. The Altamont Theatre, 18 Church Street, Asheville. (828) 255-7777, www.thealtamont.com
Thursday, March 12
Amadeus – Director’s Cut
7 p.m. The film directed by Milos Forman won eight Academy Awards in 1984, including Best Picture. Tickets: $10. Fine Arts Theatre, 36 Biltmore Ave, Asheville. (828) 232-1536, fineartstheatre.com.
Friday, March 13
Metro Wines: Amadeus Movie Benefit
6 p.m. In conjunction with the Asheville Amadeus Festival, MetroWines hosts a movie showing of the director’s cut of 1984 film Amadeus. A portion of proceeds will benefit the Asheville Symphony Orchestra. Tickets include a glass of Austrian wine and popcorn. Tickets: $20. MetroWines, 169 Charlotte St, Asheville. Call (828) 575-9525, or visit metrowinesasheville.com.
Friday, March 13
Asheville Playback Theatre
Using no scripts and no elaborate sets or costumes, the stories that come to life on stage are provided, on the spot, by random audience members. 8 p.m. Jubilee Center Garden Room, Patton Ave. $10; $5 youth. Contact Robert, (828) 273-0995,
or visit www.ashevilleplayback.org
.
Friday, March 13
Asheville Poetry Review Celebration
Celebrate the APR’s 20th Anniversary at 7 p.m. Malaprop’s Bookstore & Cafe, 55 Haywood Street, downtown Asheville. Call (828) 254-6734, or visit www.malaprops.com. More details about the can be found by visiting www.ashevillepoetryreview.com.
Call for Submissions
Deadline: Friday, March 13, 2015
The 8th Annual Music Video Asheville celebrates the collaboration of Asheville musicians and filmmakers. Contact Kelly Denson, (828) 515-1081, or email Kelly@LushLifePro.com. Guidelines at www.musicvideoavl.com
Saturday, March 14
Second Saturday Event
Demonstrations, refreshments, and a showcase of ceramic arts. Odyssey Cooperative Art Gallery, 238 Clingman Avenue, in the River Arts District.
Saturday, March 14
Appalachian Pastel Society
Nancy Marshburn will give a presentation covering her artistic journey from early efforts to medical art graduate school to her transition to fine art. The presentation includes a small demonstration painting in pastel. The public and all artists are invited. There is no fee to attend. Contact appalachianpastelsociety@gmail.com for details. 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Grace Community Church Exhibition Hall, 495 Cardinal Road, Mills River, NC 28759
Sunday, March 15
The Lightning Bugs
The Haywood County Arts Council presents the classic rock and roll ensamble, along with celloist George Sweet. Concert at the Canton library, 11 Pennsylvania Avenue, Canton, at 3 p.m. in the meeting room. This concert is free to the public. All are welcome to attend. www.haywoodarts.org
Wednesday, March 18
The Impresario at the YMI
Asheville Lyric Opera will debut a production of Mozart’s chamber opera, The Impresario, in association with the Asheville Amadeus Festival. Performances take place Wednesday, March 18 at 7 and 8:30 p.m. at the YMI Cultural Center in downtown Asheville. There will also be a performance for elementary and middle school youth on Tuesday, March 17 at 10 a.m. Admission is $20. Tickets are available by calling (828) 236-0670.
Friday, March 20
St. Patrick’s Concert
Jamie Laval, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, performs Irish and Scottish music and stories. 8 p.m. The Altamont Theatre, 18 Church St, Asheville. Tickets: $20 advance; $22 at door; $10 students. To purchase tickets call (828) 348-5327, or go to
www.etix.com
Friday, March 20
Soumu
African celebration and benefit. Performances by Zansa, Adama and his drummers, Arouna Diarra, La’Ney West African Dance Troupe, and Zabumba Brazilian Dance. African cuisine by Soce, a kids area, demos, an African marketplace, and more. New Mountain, 38 N. French Broad Ave., Asheville. Tickets and more details at www.ashevillesoumu.com.
Friday & Saturday, March 20 & 21
Lindsey Kelley Dance
Asheville’s newest professional modern dance company, presents Ladle Weiss, 8 p.m., at the Asheville Masonic Temple Dining Hall. For more information, email lindseykelleydance@gmail.com or visit lindseykelleydance.com. The Asheville Masonic Temple Dining Hall, on the first floor. 80 Broadway in downtown Asheville.
Friday & Saturday, March 20-21
Textile Arts at the Folk Art Center
Demonstrations and exhibitions celebrating textile arts in honor of National Quilting Day. The Folk Art Center is located at Milepost 382 of the Blue Ridge Parkway, just north of the Hwy 70 entrance in east Asheville. For more information about the Folk Art Center’s events and exhibitions, call (828) 298-7928 or visit www.craftguild.org.
March 20-22
WNC Home, Garden & Green Living Show
At the US Cellular Center in Downtown Asheville. www.homegardenandgreenlivingshow.com
Saturday, March 21
Get in Gear Fest
Product demos, gear clinics, beer from local breweries, raffles, races, and more. A portion of beer sales will support RiverLink. Free. 12 to 4 p.m. Rain or shine. 144 Riverside Drive in Asheville. Hosted by Outdoor Gear Builders of WNC, outdoorgearbuilders.com
Saturday, March 21
Carolina Film-Institute
Free Open House and Student Film Screening. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet our faculty and tour the facility. Learn about our Spring Class and fast track your career in the film industry! Contact Beth for more details. (828) 301-7830, Carolinafilm2010@gmail.com. Carolina Film Institute, 518 Hunts Bridge Rd., Greenville, SC, 29617. www,carolinafilminstitute.com
Sunday, March 22
Asheville Amadeus
Finale concert by the Asheville Symphony features internationally renowned pianist Emanuel Ax. 3 p.m. in the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium. Tickets start at $28 ($15 youth). For more information, a full list of events, or to purchase tickets go to ashevilleamadeus.com.
Tuesday & Wednesday, March 24 & 25
Abraham.In.Motion
Born into hip-hop culture in the late 1970s and grounded in classical cello, piano, and the visual arts, choreographer Kyle Abraham and his company Abraham.In.Motion create meaningful works with movement that is fresh and unique. 8 p.m. at Diana Wortham Theatre. Tickets: $40; Student $35; Children 12 and under $20; Student Rush day-of-show (with valid I.D.) $10. Tickets/Info: (828) 257-4530 or www.dwtheatre.com.
Thursday, March 26
Asleep at the Wheel
CD release party for The Girl I Left Behind Me. Western swing, at the New Mountain Theatre, 38 N. French Broad Avenue, Asheville. (828) 785-1701, www.newmountainavl.com
Saturday, March 28
Burly Beers & Barleywines Festival
Oskar Blues will be pouring 2013 Ten FIDY Imperial Stout and 2014 brandy barrel-aged GUBNA Imperial IPA. Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Mills River. Tickets at sierranevada.com/burlybeers.
Saturday, March 28
Jonathan Scales Fourchestra
Incredible and intricate songwriting from this Asheville-based virtuosic band. The Altamont Theatre, 18 Church Street, Asheville. (828) 255-7777, www.thealtamont.com
Sunday, March 29
Greek Palm Sunday Luncheon
Slow roasted lamb shank, béchamel topped pastichio, spanakopita (spinach and buttery filo), keftethes (meatballs), and a bake sale. Food service begins at 11 a.m. and continues until 2 p.m. Phone (828) 253-3754 weekdays to place orders for pick up. On the day of the luncheon phone (828) 254-7424. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church and the Morris Hellenic Cultural Center are located at 227 Cumberland Avenue in Asheville’s Montford area.
Sunday, March 29
Into the Heart of the Feminine
Booksigning with Asheville Jungian analysts and authors, Bud and Massimilla Harris. 3 p.m. Malaprop’s Bookstore & Cafe, 55 Haywood Street, downtown Asheville. Call (828) 254-6734, or visit www.malaprops.com.
Sunday, March 29
Richard Shulman Performance
Playing piano with the Heather Masterton Quartet. $10. In the upstairs lounge 6-8 p.m. at Isis Restaurant and Music Hall 743 Haywood Rd., Asheville. (828) 575-2737
Sunday, March 29
The John Jorgenson Quintet
Doors open at 7 p.m. for this 8 p.m. all ages seated show. Tickets are $15 in advance and $18 day of. The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave., Asheville. Call (828) 232-5800 or visit www.thegreyeagle.com
through March 31
Ebb and Flow
An exhibition of 310 ART artists in the AAAC’s Artist Resource Center. Wide range of different techniques. Asheville Area Arts Council, One Page Ave., Asheville. www.ashevillearts.com
through March 31
Swannanoa Valley Fine Arts League
Current show features works with the limited palette of “Black, White and Red” at The Red House Studios and Gallery in Black Mountain This show runs through March 31. Go to www.svfalarts.org for details. Gallery winter hours are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. www.svfalarts.org
through March
Works by Ronan Peterson
On display at Asheville Ceramics Gallery, located in the Phil Mechanic Studios Building, 109 Roberts St. in the River Arts District. Open Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit www.ashevilleceramics.com
Thursday, April 2
Caffeinated Art
Works by Sandee Setliff, Miriam Hughes, and Jamie Miller on display from April 2-30, 2015. Reception from 4:30 6:30 p.m. Art Show & Maundy Thursday Dinner, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Please call (828) 692-6335 to make reservations. The Green Room Café, 536 North Main, Hendersonville. (828) 692-6335, www.TheGreenRoomCafe.biz
Spruce Street Market
Participate in a weekly artist vending area located in Downtown Asheville! It takes place every Saturday in July, August, and September from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information please visit www.SpruceStreetMarket.com
Vendors Wanted
For the third annual Art in the Park…ing Lot. Monthly art and jewelry show held the second Saturday of each month, May through September, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a juried show. Cost to participate is $40 per show. For more information, call Michele Sparks, (828) 693-4545. Art MoB Studios & Marketplace, 124 4th Ave. East, Hendersonville. www.artmobstudios.com
Art Classes
Classes in painting, pastels, watercolors, drawing, encaustic, and more. 310 ART, River’s Edge Studio, 191 Lyman St., Asheville. www.310art.com.
Live Music at Bogarts Restaurant & Tavern
Old Time/Bluegrass music on Thursday nights at 6:30. Featuring local favorites and a few travelers.
Thursday, March 5 – Ragtime Hawks, Old time/ Rag time string band
Thursday, March 12 – The Freight Hoppers, Old time string band
Thursday, March 19 – The Carolina Catskins, Old time/ Rag time string band
Thursday, March 26 – Eddie Rose & Highway Forty, Bluegrass
Bogart’s Restaurant & Tavern, 303 South Main St., Waynesville
(828) 452-1313, www.bogartswaynesville.com
at the Classic Wineseller
Waynesville’s premier small plate restaurant, retail shop, and intimate live music venue, features jazz, pop, rock, and original music.
Friday, March 6 – Sheila Gordon piano, vocals. Pop, originals
Thursday, March 12 – Seated Wine Tasting, wines of New Zealand’s Hunky Dory Winery, led by industry professional Sara Helmcamp, $5.00 per person or FREE with wine purchase, 6:30pm-8 p.m., reservations at 828-452-6000
Friday, March 13 – Kittle-Collings Duo saxophone, guitar. Jazz, originals
Friday, March 20 – Ben Wilson guitar, vocals. Pop, rock, originals
Friday, March 27 – James Hammel vocals, guitar. Jazz, pop, originals
Every Saturday – Joe Cruz piano, vocals. Beatles, Elton John, James Taylor
The Classic Wineseller, 20 Church Street in Waynesville
828-452-6000, www.classicwineseller.com
Opening at HART
Brighton Beach Memoirs – Opens April 24. Director Wanda Taylor.
Nunsense – Opens May 22. Directed by Suzanne Tinsley.
The 39 Steps – Opens June 19. Directed by Julie Kinter.
Oklahoma! – Opens July 10. Directed by Steve Lloyd. Chorus and dance auditions May 3 & 4 at 6:30 p.m.
HART, 250 Pigeon Street, Wayensville, (828) 456-6322, www.harttheatre.com
The Strand Theater
Love the Locals Special – Buy one movie ticket, get one free. Winter Movie Show Times: Friday, Tuesday & Wednesday, 7 p.m.; Saturday 5 & 7 p.m.; Sunday 2, 4, & 7 p.m. Free Kids Movie, Saturdays at 12 and 2 p.m.
Now through March 4: Theory of Everything
March 6-18: Birdman
March 20 – April 1: Imitation Game
Live Music at The Strand Theater
Thursday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m. Darren Nicholson Band, Bluegrass. $15; $12 in adv.
Friday, March 13 – The Dupont Brothers
Saturday, March 14 – The Scofflaws – Sheila Kay Adams, Dan Lewis, and Branson Raines. $18; $15 in adv.
Thursday, March 19 at 7:30 p.m. The Don Juans. $20; $18 in adv.
Thursday, March 26 at 7:30 p.m. Linda McRae. $20; $18 in adv.
Saturday, March 28 at 5 p.m. Comedian Glen Singer. $12; $6 kids. Great family fun.
The Strand Theater, 38 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786, www.38main.com
Asheville Music Hall
Thursday, March 5 – The Main Squeeze. Exciting and talented young funk band out of the Chicago.
Saturday, March 7 – PitchBlak Brass Band. 10-piece, hip-hop, Brooklyn brass band.
Friday, March 13 – SeepeopleS. One of Asheville’s favorite bands.
Wednesday, March 18 – Melvin Seals & JGB. Powerful, high-spirited, Hammond B-3 organ, and keyboards.
Saturday, March 21 – Celebrating the music, memory and spirit of Michael Houser. With Sam Holt & Friends.
Asheville Music Hall, 31 Patton Ave., Asheville
(828) 255-7777, www.AshevilleMusicHall.com
The Writers’ Workshop
Saturday, March 7 – Writing the Young Adult Novel with Bobbie Pell. Readings and discussion will target specific aspects of the YA novel, with the goal of creating a highly motivating, dramatic story. 10-4 p.m. $75/$70.
Saturday, March 28 – Poetry Workshop with Katherine Soniat. Learn new approaches to writing and revising poetry. Bring a poem in progress, or an image or story as a springboard. 10-4 p.m. $75/$70 members.
The Writers’ Workshop, 387 Beaucatcher Rd., Asheville (828) 254-8111, www.twwoa.org
Black Mountain Events – March 2015
March 7 – Auction for the Arts Annual Fundraiser. 6 p.m. $25 reservations. $30 day of auction. Black Mountain Center for the Arts, (828) 669-0930, blackmountainarts.org
March 14 – Lakeview Center Open House. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn about the Lakeview Senior Center and all the programs available. Lakeview Senior Center, (828) 669-8610.
March 15 – Opening Reception – Emerging Artists Show. 3-4 p.m. in Upper Gallery, Black Mountain Center for the Arts. (828) 669-0930, www.blackmountainarts.org
March 21 – Spring Equinox Garden Blessing. 10 a.m. in the Dr. John Wilson Community Garden followed by potluck. Black Mountain Recreation & Parks, (828) 669-2052, www.blackmountainrec.com
March 28 – Spring Egg Hunt. 10 a.m. to noon. Egg hunts and much more at Recreation Park, 10 Rec Park Dr. Free. Rain date March 29 at 2 p.m. Black Mountain Recreation and Parks, (828) 669-2052, www.blackmountainrec.com.
Creative Mountain Food Tours in Black Mountain
March 7, 14, & 28 – Ultimate Foodie Tour – 2 p.m.
March 13 – Pub & Grub Crawl – 2 p.m.
March 22 – Dessert Tour – 2 p.m.
March 27 – Pub & Grub Crawl – 2 p.m.
Advance reservations required. (828) 419-0590, www.creativemountainfoodtours.com
Every Thursday in March
Early Show – The Screaming J’s. Boogie-woogie piano music at it’s finest. The Screaming J’s hold nothing back with their wild and zany performances. Free. 6 p.m. Inside the taproom. Pisgah Brewing, 150 Eastside Drive, Black Mountain. For more details call (828) 669-0190 or visit www.pisgahbrewing.com.
List provided by the Black Mountain-Swannanoa Chamber of Commerce, 201 E. State Street, Black Mountain. (828) 669-2300, 1-800-669-2301, or visit www.blackmountain.org.