Events Calendar
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Now in its 20th year, Artisphere continues to break its own attendance record, with an estimated 92.5 thousand visitors in 2023. With consistent growth in attendance, we continue to bring arts, culture, and a unique experience to the Upstate year after year.
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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.

CELEBRATING THE ARTS
ENGAGING, INSPIRING, AND ENRICHING OUR DIVERSE COMMUNITY
Now in its 20th year, Artisphere continues to break its own attendance record, with an estimated 92.5 thousand visitors in 2023. With consistent growth in attendance, we continue to bring arts, culture, and a unique experience to the Upstate year after year.
5 STAGES OF SHOWSTOPPERS
PERFORMANCES BY STAGE
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.

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.
Fiction Addiction Storytime

Fiction Addiction hosts a free children’s storytime at our shop at 1175 Woods Crossing Rd. #5 every Thursday morning at 10:30am.
Visit : fictionaddiction.com
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.
Enjoy a 5 course meal of out-of-this world dishes while young Luke Skywalker discovers his destiny as he joins forces with Jedi Knight Obi-Wan Kenobi and smuggler Han Solo to rescue Princess Leia from the clutches of Darth Vader and the evil Empire. Together with their droid companions R2-D2 and C-3PO, they embark on a daring mission to deliver stolen plans for the Empire’s superweapon, the Death Star, to the Rebel Alliance. Along the way, they face epic space battles, confrontations with Imperial forces, and learn the ways of the Force. With courage and determination, they ultimately succeed in destroying the Death Star and striking a blow against tyranny, setting the stage for a galaxy-spanning saga of adventure and heroism.
Tatooine Twin Suns Soup
Dashi Soup, Scallions, Ginger, Sombal, with Poached Egg Yolks
Chewbacca’s Wookie Wontons
Wonton Skins filled with artichokes, spinach, parmesan cheese
Jedi Mind Tricks Salad
Mixed Greens salad with Cucumber ribbons, Heirloom Tomato, Red Onion, in a Yoda Green Herb Dressing
Bantha Ribene (Luke’s favorite Food)
Spiced Pork Ribs, Tomo-Spice, Wookie Fries
Battle Pack Dessert
Tie Fighter Treats, Light Saber Pretzel, Chocolate Ice Cream Death Star
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.

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.

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
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].
Join us for an epic screening of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, complete with cosplay, trivia, and more!
Welcome to Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back event! Join us at Eighteen Hundred Drayton Catering & Events for a night filled with galactic fun. Get ready to immerse yourself in the epic saga of the Rebel Alliance facing off against the sinister Galactic Empire. From lightsaber duels to iconic characters, this event is a must-attend for any Star Wars fan. May the force be with you!
Fiction Addiction Storytime

Fiction Addiction hosts a free children’s storytime at our shop at 1175 Woods Crossing Rd. #5 every Thursday morning at 10:30am.
Visit : fictionaddiction.com
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.
Beginner’s workshop lesson at 7:30 P.M., then 8-11 P.M. Contra Dance with Country Waltzing at the break and the final dance. This is a partner dance but it’s not necessary to come with a partner. We have different live bands and callers.
Join us for a night of laughter and nostalgia at the Greer Heritage Museum! We’ll be screening classic Charlie Chaplin films on the big screen—a silent film experience you won’t want to miss. Get your $5 tickets today!
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.

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.

Movies on the Lawn
Welcome to Star Wars: Return of the Jedi event! Join us at Eighteen Hundred Drayton Catering & Events for a night filled with galactic fun. Get ready to immerse yourself in the epic saga of the Rebel Alliance facing off against the sinister Galactic Empire. From lightsaber duels to iconic characters, this event is a must-attend for any Star Wars fan. May the force be with you!
