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Friday, May 30, 2025
Corks Over Calls
May 30 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Larkin's

ake a long lunch, pour a glass, let the voicemails pile up, and enjoy a thoughtfully curated meal crafted by Chef Adam Hayes, perfectly paired with exceptional wines. Gather your friends, raise a glass, and indulge in an afternoon of great food, fine wine, and even better company as we celebrate 20 years of euphoria & Larkin’s!

Those emails can wait, but this experience shouldn’t!

Saturday, May 31, 2025
Rocky Cove Railroad Exhibit
May 31 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
NC Arboretum

On exhibit Saturdays and Sundays from 12 – 4 p.m., Rocky Cove Railroad is a G-Scale (garden scale) model train that demonstrates the coming of trains to western North Carolina at the turn of the 20th century. The exhibit is located below the Grand Promenade. Please note, Rocky Cove Railroad will not operate in rainy or wet conditions.

Sunday, June 1, 2025
Rocky Cove Railroad Exhibit
Jun 1 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
NC Arboretum

On exhibit Saturdays and Sundays from 12 – 4 p.m., Rocky Cove Railroad is a G-Scale (garden scale) model train that demonstrates the coming of trains to western North Carolina at the turn of the 20th century. The exhibit is located below the Grand Promenade. Please note, Rocky Cove Railroad will not operate in rainy or wet conditions.

Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Empower Hour
Jun 3 @ 11:30 am
YWCA of Asheville

Join us for Empower Hour, a one-hour program and facility tour where you will experience firsthand the YWCA’s work to bridge gaps in earning power, education, health & wellness and access to childcare.

Empower Hours take place twice a month on the first and third Tuesday at 11:30 am.
Lunch is served as part of our Empower Hour, so reservations are required.

To make a reservation: contact Elizabeth Alvandi, Advancement Assistant, at (828) 254-7206 ext. 103 or [email protected].

Thursday, June 5, 2025
One Blood and Habit Burger & Grill Community Blood Drive
Jun 5 all-day
Habit Burger & Grill

OneBlood, a not-for-profit blood center serving the southeastern United States, is partnering with Habit Burger & Grill to host community blood drives from June 3-5. Donors will have the opportunity to give the gift of life aboard OneBlood’s Big Red Bus at select Habit Burger & Grill locations in the Upstate.

All presenting donors will receive a free Charburger with Cheese, a $20 eGift card and a limited-edition trucker hat. Donors will also receive a free wellness checkup, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, iron count and cholesterol screening.

To register as a donor and make an appointment, visit givelife.io/habitburger.

True Home Open Mic at Flood Gallery
Jun 5 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Flood Gallery

Uncensored expression: anyone is invited to step up to share song, music, poetry, comedy, rants & raves!

The most eclectic open mic around, in a welcoming gallery setting! 6 pm signup, perform 6:30-8:30 pm.

Saturday, June 7, 2025
Rocky Cove Railroad Exhibit
Jun 7 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
NC Arboretum

On exhibit Saturdays and Sundays from 12 – 4 p.m., Rocky Cove Railroad is a G-Scale (garden scale) model train that demonstrates the coming of trains to western North Carolina at the turn of the 20th century. The exhibit is located below the Grand Promenade. Please note, Rocky Cove Railroad will not operate in rainy or wet conditions.

An Evening of Love and Light – Concert to celebrate 75th Anniversary
Jun 7 @ 7:30 pm
Greenville Unitarian Universalist Fellowship

75th Anniversary Concert – Pat Wictor performing blues and ethereal folk music. Slide guitar. Refreshments available. Come celebrate with us!!

Sunday, June 8, 2025
Rocky Cove Railroad Exhibit
Jun 8 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
NC Arboretum

On exhibit Saturdays and Sundays from 12 – 4 p.m., Rocky Cove Railroad is a G-Scale (garden scale) model train that demonstrates the coming of trains to western North Carolina at the turn of the 20th century. The exhibit is located below the Grand Promenade. Please note, Rocky Cove Railroad will not operate in rainy or wet conditions.

Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Racial Justice Workshop
Jun 10 @ 11:30 am
YWCA of Asheville

The YWCA Racial Justice Workshop is open to our entire YWCA Asheville community – including our staff, volunteers, board, donors, program participants, Fitness Center and community members. This 90-minute workshop will take place on the second Tuesday of each month at 11:30 am and will be facilitated by Gerry Leonard, Racial Justice & Outreach Specialist and Lexus Walker, Tzedek Social Justice Fellow.

 

Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Community Dinner
Jun 11 @ 6:30 pm
YWCA of Asheville

Gather with your community for a FREE tasty meal, lessons on healthy eating and information on Double Up Food Bucks (a new program through SNAP)! Community Dinners are held on the second Wednesday of each month from 6 – 7:30 pm. FREE childcare provided.

Seating is limited. Reserve your seat online.

For more information, contact Leah Berger-Singer, Preventive Health Coordinator at (828) 254-7206 ext. 212 or [email protected].

Thursday, June 12, 2025
True Home Open Mic at Flood Gallery
Jun 12 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Flood Gallery

Uncensored expression: anyone is invited to step up to share song, music, poetry, comedy, rants & raves!

The most eclectic open mic around, in a welcoming gallery setting! 6 pm signup, perform 6:30-8:30 pm.

Saturday, June 14, 2025
Rocky Cove Railroad Exhibit
Jun 14 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
NC Arboretum

On exhibit Saturdays and Sundays from 12 – 4 p.m., Rocky Cove Railroad is a G-Scale (garden scale) model train that demonstrates the coming of trains to western North Carolina at the turn of the 20th century. The exhibit is located below the Grand Promenade. Please note, Rocky Cove Railroad will not operate in rainy or wet conditions.

Sunday, June 15, 2025
7 Brew Celebrates Father’s Day!
Jun 15 all-day
7 Brew Coffee

7 Brew Coffee is celebrating Father’s Day this year with a special deal–any two medium drinks for $8.88–encouraging guests to take a break and treat the father figures in their lives to a delicious, custom drink and quality time together.

This special is available at all 7 Brew locations. To find the one nearest you, visit 7brew.com/find-a-7-brew

Rocky Cove Railroad Exhibit
Jun 15 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
NC Arboretum

On exhibit Saturdays and Sundays from 12 – 4 p.m., Rocky Cove Railroad is a G-Scale (garden scale) model train that demonstrates the coming of trains to western North Carolina at the turn of the 20th century. The exhibit is located below the Grand Promenade. Please note, Rocky Cove Railroad will not operate in rainy or wet conditions.

Knit-n-Give
Jun 15 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Mission Rathbun House

Are you looking for an excuse to knit or crochet for a good cause? Help make baby hats and blankets and adult hats, scarves, and slippers to support at-risk newborns and homeless adults.  Your handmade knitwear will keep our neighbors warm.  Volunteers with basic skills in knitting or crocheting are welcome. Please bring your own needles or crochet hooks and a pattern.

Check out Knit-n-Give on WLOS: http://wlos.com/news/only-on-wloscom/close-knit-group-of-women-use-their-talents-to-help-asheville-charities

 

 

Father’s Day Special- Spartanburg Marriott
Jun 15 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Spartanburg Marriott

Celebrate Dad in style this Father’s Day at Sparks, exclusively at the Spartanburg Marriott! 🎉

Join us on June 15th from 5pm–10pm for a mouthwatering 14oz New York Strip, served with tender asparagus and a perfectly loaded baked potato, blackened and finished with garlic herb butter. 🍽️ Plus, enjoy your choice of draft or bottled beer with your meal! 🍺

📍299 N Church Street, Spartanburg
📲 Reserve now by calling 864.596.1211

Make this Father’s Day unforgettable — great food, great beer, and the man of the hour! 👔💙

Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Empower Hour
Jun 17 @ 11:30 am
YWCA of Asheville

Join us for Empower Hour, a one-hour program and facility tour where you will experience firsthand the YWCA’s work to bridge gaps in earning power, education, health & wellness and access to childcare.

Empower Hours take place twice a month on the first and third Tuesday at 11:30 am.
Lunch is served as part of our Empower Hour, so reservations are required.

To make a reservation: contact Elizabeth Alvandi, Advancement Assistant, at (828) 254-7206 ext. 103 or [email protected].

Thursday, June 19, 2025
I AM an Artist – Free Juneteenth Youth Art Table
Jun 19 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Mattoon Presbyterian Church

Celebrate Juneteenth with art, creativity, and community at the I AM an Artist – Youth Art Table, hosted at historic Mattoon Presbyterian Church!

Youth in Grades 3–8 (and siblings) are invited to:

🎨 Paint rock art
✍️ Fill out an “I AM” affirmation card
🧩 Add a piece to our community mural
🎁 Take home art giveaways + an “I AM an Artist” button
🍽️ Enjoy a free, culturally rooted meal featuring okra, black-eyed peas, watermelon, hibiscus tea & more
This event kicks off the MLJLW Memorial Art Scholarship honoring Ms. Mildred Leatherwood and her great-grandson Ian — helping young people in Greenville grow through art.

True Home Open Mic at Flood Gallery
Jun 19 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Flood Gallery

Uncensored expression: anyone is invited to step up to share song, music, poetry, comedy, rants & raves!

The most eclectic open mic around, in a welcoming gallery setting! 6 pm signup, perform 6:30-8:30 pm.