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Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute (PARI): Ongoing evenings at PARI are opportunities for the public to attend a talk about astronomy and learn about our radio telescopes. If the weather permits, there will be viewing through optical telescopes for about an hour. Info: 862-5554 or www.pari.edu.
• FR (5/9), 7:30pm - Evening at PARI: featuring rare specimens of meteorites. The event will also include a site tour and a presentation by PARI founder Don Cline. Reservations required. $20/$15 seniors and military/$10 children.
Western Alliance Center for Independent Living: Join Western Alliance for a celebration of the 17th Anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act. Located at 30 London Rd. Info: 274-0444.
• FR (5/9), 10am - Friendship Fridays: come play Monopoly. Western Alliance will provide fresh popcorn. Free. Call for details.
Canasta: Canasta anyone? Come join a friendly group of men and women who love to play for the fun of it. Info: 251-0520 or 665-2810.
• TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS, Noon-3pm - Canasta.
Friendship Fridays at Western Alliance: For persons with disabilities, friends and family members to meet in a casual atmosphere for a quiet lunch, to chat & catch up, to play cards or watch a movie. In the upstairs conference room at Western Alliance, 30 London Rd. Info: 274-0444.
• FRIDAYS, 10am-2pm - Friendship Fridays.
Girl Talk: Ladies, here's a chance to express yourself, tell your story, and share your wisdom with other women in a supportive, nonjudgmental, peaceful setting. Stimulating group therapy! Everyone gets to speak, to vent, to uplift and be uplifted. Bring topics as all are within bounds of discussion. $5. Info: 274-4640.
• FRIDAYS, 6-7pm - Girl Talk.
City of Asheville Public Meetings: Info: 259-5601 or www.ashevillenc.gov.
• 2nd FRIDAYS, 8am - The Downtown Commission meets at the City Development Office, 29 Haywood St. Info: 232-4505.
N.C. Center for Creative Retirement: Unless otherwise noted, these events and classes are held in the Chestnut Ridge Room at UNCA's Reuter Center. For the TGIF Lunch series, purchase lunch at the Reuter Cafe or bring your own. Info: 251-6140.
• FR (5/9), 11:45am - TGIF Lecture Series: "Edible Mushrooms of WNC," with Dr. Sheila Dunn.
Senior Games and Silver Art Show Case: Friendly sports and competition for ages 55+ in over 12 categories, including track and field, horseshoes, cycling races, shuffleboard, croquet, bowling, swimming, badminton billiards and basketball. For more info or to receive an application: 350-2051 or dblack@ashevillenc.gov or 669-8610 or www.bmrecreation.com.
• TU (5/13) - Silver Arts Showcase at Lakeview Center. Silver Arts provides a stage for visual, heritage, literary and performing artists. $7. Register by May 9. Info: 669-8610 or renee.blackmtn@gmail.com.
Dancers Curing Cancers: Smoky Mountain Dance Center is participating in the Waynesville Relay for Life to raise money for the American Cancer Society. Join the team for $10. Info: 400-8504.
• FR (5/9), 6pm-6am - Teams will walk the Vance Street Park Track. There will be live entertainment. It is not required to stay all night long.
Spring Fling: Hosted by the Weaverville PTO at Weaverville Elementary School. The main fundraising event for Weaverville Primary and Elementary. Info: 645-6105 or 645-4275.
• FR (5/9), 4:30-8pm - The festival will feature a live auction with Tammy Jones of 96.5 and music by Vince Junior. Free shuttle bus from Balcrank on Reems Creek Rd. Bring a lawn chair. First 400 kids get a free Asheville Tourists gift.
Adult Children Of Alcoholics: Do you become enmeshed in a romance and lose track of your feelings? Do you feel guilty if you stand up for yourself? Do you take care of everyone except yourself? ACOA may have answers and help for you. Info: 281-1314.
• FRIDAYS, 7-8:30pm - Meets at Grace Episcopal Church off Merrimon Ave.
Al-Anon: Al-Anon is a support group for the family and friends of alcoholics. More than 33 groups are available in the WNC area. Info: 800-286-1326 or www.wnc-alanon.org.
• FRIDAYS, 12:30-1:30pm - Discussion meeting: First Baptist Church, 5 Oak St. Park in the back of lot between Church and Y. Info: 686-8131.
Al-Anon: Al-Anon is a support group for the family and friends of alcoholics. More than 33 groups are available in the WNC area. Info: 800-286-1326 or www.wnc-alanon.org.
• FRIDAYS, 8pm - The Lambda (GLBT) group of Al-Anon is a support group for families and friends of alcoholics, and holds their weekly candlelight meeting at All Souls Cathedral, 3 Angle St. Info: 654-8892 (until 9pm).
Early Memory Loss Education & Support Group: Jewish Family Services of WNC offers this support group for people with memory loss and their family, friends and partners. Topics to be covered include strategies for coping with memory loss, organization and memory tips, maintaining self-confidence and more. All are welcome. At the Asheville JCC, 236 Charlotte St. Info: 253-0701.
• 2nd FRIDAYS, 11am-12:30pm - Support group meeting.
Garden Events at Greenlife Grocery: Located at 70 Merrimon Ave. Info: 254-5440.
• FRIDAYS, 2-6pm - Friday Afternoon Market, an open air fresh food market. Vendors welcome to apply for spaces.
Asheville Green Drinks: People who are interested in environmental issues and topics meet up for a drink. The events are very simple and usually include a short presentation by a speaker. Sign up for the e-mail newsletter at www.ashevillegreendrinks.com.
• FR (5/9), 6pm - Socializing --- 6:30pm - Asheville LETS (Local Exchange Trading System) speaks on restoring economic control through the community exchange of services, resources and advice. At Green Drinks at BoBo Gallery, 22 Lexington Ave.
Disc Golf: Info: 680-9626 or www.wncdiscgolf.com.
• FRIDAYS, 5:30pm - Singles at Richmond Hill Park.
Asheville Arts Center: This center at 308 Merrimon Ave. offers adult and children's classes in music, drama and dance. Info: 253-4000 or visit www.ashevilleartscenter.com.
• 2nd & 4th FRIDAYS, 6:30-9:30pm - Parents' Night Out/Stars Night Out. Children sing, dance and do a variety of other activities. Ages 2-10. Reservations required by the Wed. prior to each Parents' Night Out. $15.
Toddler Programs: Offered by Asheville Parks and Recreation at the East Asheville Recreation Center, 906 Tunnel Rd. Info: 251-4041 or eastrecctr@ashevillenc.gov.
• FRIDAYS, 10am-Noon - Play With Us – Play Group. Meet new moms and babies. For ages 0-5 years.
Beth Israel Synagogue: Located at 229 Murdock Ave. An egalitarian house of prayer, study and assembly in the Conservative Jewish tradition where all are welcome. Join us for Shabbat services, Minyans, high holidays and festival services and celebrations. Info: 252-8431 or www.bethisraelnc.org.
• 2nd & 4th FRIDAYS, 6pm - Services.
Congregation Beth HaTephila: Asheville's Reform Jewish Temple is located at Liberty and Broad Streets, and offers a Religious School (for members) and adult education, as well as many activities and committees. Info: 253-4911 or www.bethhatephila.org.
• FRIDAYS, 7:30pm - Kabbalat Shabbat services.
Crossroads Services: The services in Broyhill Chapel at Mars Hill College explore how matters of faith intersect with what's going on in the classroom and the world. Crossroads utilizes traditional and non-traditional worship styles, speakers and presenters, and is intentionally diverse in the perspectives and experiences presented. Services are held at 10am.
• FR (5/9), 4pm - Baccalaureate.
Edgar Cayce Study Group in Black Mountain: Info: 669-2807.
• FRIDAYS, 6:30pm - Meeting.
Essene Gospel of Peace: Discussion, angelic and vegetarian living Earth teachings, study group, with some correlative scriptures and silent prayer and spiritual healing work. Info: 255-7752 or mlmccsu@buncombe.main.nc.us, with subject line "Essene Study Group."
• THURSDAYS or FRIDAYS - Call or e-mail for more info.
Events At Basilica St. Lawrence: 97 Haywood St. in downtown Asheville. Info: 252-6042.
• FRIDAYS, 1pm - Bible study group meets in the lower conference room.
St. Germain Vibrational Atunement Group: Raise your frequency and vibration by giving and receiving spiritual healing in the loving presence of the Ascended Masters. Participate in transmitting healing energy to the Earth and all life forms. Donation requested. Call to reserve a space: 658-3362.
• 2nd & 4th FRIDAYS, 7pm - Group meets.
Temple B'nai Zion: Located at 855 Howard Gap Rd., Hendersonville. Info: 697-3668 or BnaiZionAv1@aol.com.
• FRIDAYS, 7pm - Kabblat Shabbat Service.
UFO Group: Share thoughts and experiences. Together find the truth. Info: 225-3898, 281-4834 or www.yevasuniverse.com.
• FRIDAYS, 7pm - Meeting.
Express Yourself: This arts studio holds regular classes. Info: 698-9960.
• FRIDAYS - Homeschool art classes the first four Fridays of every month. Call for details and to register.
LIFT Culture House: 516 Tsali Blvd., Cherokee, across from Tribal Fairgrounds. Info: 497-0707.
• FRIDAYS, 5pm - Knitting group, all welcome.
Madison County Arts Council Exhibits: Located at 90 S. Main St. in Marshall. Info: 649-1301.
• Through FR (5/9) - The Almighty Chicken, a group exhibit of contemporary art, will be on display in the Lower Gallery. Local artist recognize and celebrate the many traits of the chicken in this spirited show.
Swannanoa Valley Fine Arts League: Classes are held at 999 W. Old Rt. 70, Black Mountain. Info: 664-0501 or www.svfal.org.
• FRIDAYS, 10am-1pm - Open studio for figure drawing with nude and clothed model. Small fee for model.
Center For Craft, Creativity and Design: The inter-institutional Regional Center of the University of North Carolina is located at the Kellogg Conference Center, 11 Broyles Rd. in Hendersonville. Info: 890-2050 or www.craftscreativitydesign.org.
• Through FR (5/9) - Blue Ridge Residences Exhibition: an exhibit featuring the work of artists in residence.
Visual Art at ASU: Exhibits take place at the Catherine J. Smith Gallery in Farthing Auditorium, unless otherwise noted. Info: 262-7338.
• WE (4/30) through FR (5/9) - The BFA Senior Studio Exhibition will be on display and will feature works by Ryan F. Batten, George Helms, Michael Keating, Jennifer Livingston, Jennifer Michael, Pamela Raimo and Erin Marie Souther.
Visual Art at ASU: Exhibits take place at the Catherine J. Smith Gallery in Farthing Auditorium, unless otherwise noted. Info: 262-7338.
• FR (5/9), 5:30-7pm - Opening reception for the BFA Senior Studio Exhibition.
Asheville Art Museum: The museum is in Pack Place Education, Arts and Science Center on Pack Square. Events are free with membership or admission. Info: 253-3227 or www.ashevilleart.org.
• FR (5/9), Noon - Art Break: Guided tour of the Maud Gatewood exhibit. Several collectors of Gatewood's painting will lead a discussion on the artist.
Asheville Scrapbook Meetup: Meet other local scrapbookers for conversation, inspiration and fun. The group includes both brand new and advanced scrapbookers. It's free to join, but crops are $10 per person. Info: www.scrapbook.meetup.com/1879.
• 1st & 3rd FRIDAYS, 6pm - Meeting. Visit the Web site to register for upcoming events.
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center: The center is located at 56 Broadway, and preserves the legacy of the Black Mountain College through permanent collections, educational activities and public programs. Info: 350-8484 or www.blackmountaincollege.org.
• FR (5/9), 8pm - "What the _____ Is Performance Art?" A variety show in which the performers explore, develop, expand, abstract, protest, reiterate, reject, repeat and possibly desecrate "The History and Practice of Performance Art." $5/$3.
Greenlife Grocery Arts Market: Located at 70 Merrimon Ave. Info: 254-5440.
• SATURDAYS, 1-6pm - Meet artists from all across WNC.
Buncombe County Public Libraries: LIBRARY ABBRVIATIONS - Each Library event is marked by the following location abbreviations:
• FR (5/9), 7pm - Film screening of The Power of Community: How Cuba Survived Peak Oil. WA.
Events at Accent on Books: The bookstore is located at 854 Merrimon Ave. Info: 252-6255.
• FR (5/9), 6pm - Local pastor, thinker and musicman Howard Hanger will read from his book of prayers, Drink Deeply With Delight. A Q&A and booksigning will follow. Light refreshments will be served.
Events at Malaprop's: The bookstore and café at 55 Haywood St. hosts visiting authors for talks and book signings. Info: 254-6734 or www.malaprops.com.
• FR (5/9), 7pm - Meet Jennifer Lowe-Anker, the author of Forget Me Not: A Memoir.
Fireside Fridays: Celebrates local musicians, writers and other artists at Shoppes of Murphy.
• 2nd FRIDAYS - Open mic.
Holy Ground: Located at 18 Orange St., off of Merrimon Ave. Info: 236-0222.
• FR (5/9), 5-7pm - William Everett, author of Red Clay, Blood River, will give a talk. The book tells the story of oppression, estrangement and reconciliation that binds together America's "Trail of Tears" and South Africa's "Great Trek." Free.
Old Fort Powwow: Storytelling, dancing, drumming and singing. Plus, flint knappers, pipe carvers, craft makers and Native American food. At the Rodeo Grounds in Old Fort. $5 adults/$2 kids. Info: (888) 233-6111 or (813) 765-3073.
• FR & SA (5/9 & 10), 9am-9pm & SU (5/11), 9am-5pm - Continuous entertainment. Dave Trezak, a Native American Music Award nominee, will be the emcee. Bring lawn chairs.
Spring Fling: Hosted by the Weaverville PTO at Weaverville Elementary School. The main fundraising event for Weaverville Primary and Elementary. Info: 645-6105 or 645-4275.
• FR (5/9), 4:30-8pm - The festival will feature a live auction with Tammy Jones of 96.5 and music by Vince Junior. Free shuttle bus from Balcrank on Reems Creek Rd. Bring a lawn chair. First 400 kids get a free Asheville Tourists gift.
Music at Burnsville Town Center: Info: 682-7809 or www.burnsvilletowncenter.com.
• 2nd FRIDAYS - Music. Events on other dates as well. Call or click on "Calendar" on the website for more info.
Music at the Toe River Arts Council: Info: 682-7215 or www.toeriverarts.org.
• FR (5/9), 8pm - Java Jam: Ras Alan and the Lions at the Burnsville Town Center, 6 S. Main St.
N.C. Mountain Acoustic Music Association : The NCMAMA strives to promote and preserve acoustic, roots-oriented music and dance in WNC. Info: www.ncmama.org.
• FRIDAYS, 7pm - Classic Country and Bluegrass Music at the Train Depot in downtown Marshall.
Year-Round Mountain Music: For more than a decade, folks have gathered to hear and play bluegrass and traditional mountain music. Nobody's paid, everyone's welcome and coffee and sodas are still just a quarter! Rockett Building, Old Fort. Info: 888-233-6111.
• FRIDAYS, 7pm - Weekly music gatherings.
Asheville Playback Theatre: Playback Theatre is an international improv theater form that honors life stories from the audience. Audience members tell their stories, which are re-enacted improvisationally by a group of actors onstage. Families are welcome. Info: 670-5881.
• FR (5/9), 8pm - First Times will be performed at the BeBe Theatre, 20 Commerce St. $10/$5, no one turned away for lack of funds.
Hendersonville Little Theatre: At the Barn on State St. between Kanuga and Willow Roads in Hendersonville. $14/$8 or $18/$10 for musicals. Tickets & info: 692-1082 or www.hendersonvillelittletheatre.org.
• FR (5/9) through SU (5/25) - Mass Appeal, a drama by Bill C. Davis. Fri. & Sat., 8pm and Sun., 2pm.
Distracted Globe Theatre Company: Located in Greenville, S.C., this theater troupe presents works ranging from traditional Shakespeare to adult-themed improv. Unless otherwise noted, all performances take place at the Warehouse Theatre (37 Augusta St.) in Greenville. Box office: (864) 235-6948. Info: www.thedistractedglobe.com.
• FR (5/9) through SA (5/17), 10:45pm - Totally Repressed Late Night Improv. Pay-what-you-can ($5 min.).
Gag Order Improv Comedy: Improvisational comedy every Friday night in downtown Hendersonville at Brightwater Yoga Studio, 506 1/2 N. Main St. $5. Info: 693-7428.
• FRIDAYS, 8-10pm - Improv. Shoeless theater. BYOB.
Movie Night at Unitarian Universalist: Located at the corner of Charlotte St. & Edwin Pl. Free, but donations accepted. Info: 299-1242 or www.uuasheville.org.
• 2nd FRIDAYS, 7pm - Movie Night.
The Activist Movie Club (Waynesville): Discussion follows screenings of documentaries and feature films at a private home near Lake Junaluska. Free refreshments. Large screen TV. For directions and to RSVP: JohnBuckleyx@gmail.com or 926-2508.
• FR (5/9), 7pm - Two films: The Business of Being Born, an examination of midwifery vs. hospital births, and Juno, an offbeat coming-of-age comedy about a quirky teenager who finds herself unexpectedly pregnant. Potluck at 6pm.
Walk-In Theater: Films are screened in the parking lot behind the Bledsoe Building in W. Asheville. Free. Bring a chair or blanket. No pets or coolers please. Movies start at dusk.
• FR (5/9) - The Gods Must be Crazy.
Ballroom Dance Club: $5 non-members, $3 members unless otherwise listed. Info: 692-0575 or 685-0884.
• FRIDAYS, 7:30-10pm - Ballroom and social dancing at the Opportunity House Annex (1411 Asheville Hwy.) in Hendersonville. Free swing dance class from 7-7:30pm.
Country Music and Dance: Upstairs at the American Legion in Hendersonville. Singles welcome. Alcohol and smoke free. $6. Info: 693-9000.
• FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS, 7pm - Country music and dancing.
Salseros 828 Events: Info: www.salseros828.com or 252-9286.
• FRIDAYS, 10:30pm - Salsa P'alante. Latin dancing at Club Eleven, 11 Grove St. DJ Grant plays salsa, mambo, bachata, cumbia and merengue. A free footwork lesson starts the night off. $7.
Spirit Wave Dance: Experiential, freeform movement and dance. First time is free. Info: 423-3695.
• FRIDAYS, 7-9pm - At the Terpsicorps Dance Studio, 129 Roberts St.
Sylvan Squares Square Dance: At St. Timothy's United Methodist Church, 1020 Asheville Hwy., Brevard.
• FR (5/9), 7:30-9:30pm - Mainstream square dancing with announced plus. $5 per person. The caller will be Jack Howie. A workshop will be held at 7pm.
Western Carolina Federation Round & Square Dance Clubs:
• FRIDAYS - Asheville Allemanders- M/P/R/L, 1&3 FR, 7:15-9:45pm, 904 Tunnel Rd. (beside fire station) Contact: 253-3486 –– Skyland Twirlers, M/P/R, 2&4 FR, 7:30-9:30pm, Senior Opportunity Center, 36 Grove St. (near Federal building). Contact: 665-6786 or 687-9138 –– Brevard Sylvan Squares, M/P, 2&4 FR, 8-10pm, 2Step Junction US 64 E, Pisgah Forest Contact: 891-6443 –– Morganton Brown Mt. Lite-Steppers M/P, 2&4 FR, 7:30-10pm, I-40 Exit 105 Contact: 430-8802.
Montford Park Players: Bring headshots and resumes to auditions, if available. Info: 254-5146 or www.montfordparkplayers.org.
• FR (5/9), 7-9pm and SA & SU (5/10 & 11), 1-5pm - Auditions for The Asheville Shakesperience. Fri. & Sat. at the Montford Community Center, 34 Pearson Dr. Sun. at the Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre.
