16 Patton
Gallery hours: Tues.-Sat., 11am-6pm and Sun., 1-6pm (open on Sun. May-Oct. only). Info: 236-2889 or www.16patton.com.
Through SA (11/14) - Here and Now, a plein air landscape exhibit by John Mac Kah.
20th Of Each Month • Heal Yourself And Mother Earth
(pd.) Participate in worldwide long-distance group EssenceWork™ sessions. • Registration deadline: 15th of each month. • Private sessions, please call Lania Desmond: (828) 236-1230 or www.soulpoint.com/essence-work.html
5 Day Zen Sesshin • November 6-11
(pd.) Five day silent retreat, November 6-11 at Great Tree Zen Temple. Teijo Munnich, teacher. Includes sitting, walking meditation, work, meetings with teacher, vegan meals. $260 plus donation for teacher. Bring bedding, towels. Phone (828) 645-2085 or write info@greattreetemple.org
"A Celebration of America" Concert
SU (11/8), 4pm - In recognition of Veterans Day, Grace Lutheran Church (corner of Sixth Avenue West and Blythe Street in Hendersonville) presents "A Celebration of America" concert. American veterans from the community are invited to join Grace congregational veterans and friends for a patriotic program. Info: 693-4890.
A-B Tech Events
Info: www.abtech.edu.
Through FR (12/18) - The Face of Appalachia: Portraits From the Mountain Farm, a photography exhibit by Tim Barnwell, will be on display in the Holly Library gallery.
Administrative Support Needed
OnTrack Financial Education & Counseling needs extra office administrative support. Volunteers are needed to assist with various office tasks. The volunteer must be available during OnTrack's regular business hours (8am-5:30pm). Info: 210-4956 or tarag@ontrackwnc.org.
Adult League Dodge Ball
Must have at least 6 players per team. The season will consist of 24 games and a league championship game with trophies for the winning team. $25/person. Info: 250-4269 or jay.nelson@buncombecounty.org.
Through MO (12/14) - Registration. Season: Jan. 5 through Feb. 25 at Recreation Experiences Complex.
African Drumming
With Billy Zanski at Skinny Beats Drum Shop, 4 Eagle St., downtown Asheville. Drums provided. No experience necessary. Suggested donation $10 per class. Drop-ins welcome. Info: 768-2826.
SUNDAYS, 1-2pm - Intermediates --- 2-3pm - Beginners.
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.
SUNDAYS, 5-6pm - Discussion meeting: West Asheville Presbyterian Church, 690 Haywood Road. Info: 281-1566.
ALS Group
Resource and support group for people with Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's disease), their family and friends. Meetings are held at 68 Sweeten Creek Rd. Info: 252-1097.
2nd SUNDAYS, 3-5pm - Meeting, with refreshments.
Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline
Alzheimer's Association Western Carolina Chapter 24/7 Helpline provides info on community and professional education, support groups, consultation, medic alert and SafeReturn, advocacy and research. 1-800-272-3900. Info: www.alz.org/northcarolina.
American Folk Art & Framing
The gallery at 64 Biltmore Ave. is open daily, representing contemporary self-taught artists and regional pottery. Info: 281-2134 or www.amerifolk.com.
Through MO (11/30) - Oui-Oui Gallery: The theme for Nov. is "Dwellings."
Anattasati Magga, Inc.
A Soto Zen Sangha for the Laity. Offers meditation and dharma instruction at 12 Von Ruck Court, Asheville. The following events are free and open to the public (donations appreciated). Please arrive 10 mins. before the beginning of each service. Info: www.anattasati.org.
SUNDAYS, 9am - Sunday Morning Service, followed by a dharma talk.
Annual Mountain Xpress Holiday Art Contest
Have your holiday-themed artwork appear in color inside one of Xpress' holiday guides (Dec. 2, 9 & 16) and/or be on display at Asheville Contemporary Dance Theatre's downtown studio in Dec. Info: mdalton@mountainx.com.
Through FR (11/20) - Create holiday-inspired art within a squarish space (9.5" H x 10/25" W) and keep the colors bright. Include name, address, phone, age (if under 18) and parent or guardian's name (if applicable) with submission. Send or hand deliver art to: 2 Wall St., Asheville, N.C., 28801.
Argentine Tango
Dancers of all levels welcome. Info: www.tangoasheville.com.
SUNDAYS (except 1st), 7-10pm - Argentine Tango Practica at North Asheville Recreation Center, 37 E. Larchmont Rd. $5 for members/$6 for non-members.
Art at Ananda Hair Studio
The salon, located at 22 Broadway, hosts rotating art exhibits. Info: 232-1017.
Through SA (11/14) - Architectural Dynamics, abstract paintings by local artist Joyce Cole will be on display.
Art at the N.C. Arboretum
Works by members of the Asheville Quilt Guild and regional artists are on display daily in The Visitor Education Center. Info: 665-2492 or www.ncarboretum.org.
Through SU (11/15) - Celebrating Nature Through Photography, works by members of the Carolinas' Nature Photographers Association will be on display at the Education Center's 2nd floor gallery. Info: www.cnpa-asheville.org.
Art at UNCA
Art exhibits and events at the university are free, unless otherwise noted.
FR (11/6) through SU (11/15) - The Harvest, acrylic paintings by UNCA senior Mallory Patrie will be on display in Owen Hall, 2nd Floor Gallery.
Through TU (11/24) - Manipulated, an exhibit of gum arabic and monotype prints by Monika Teal will be on display in Blowers Gallery. Info: www.monikateal.com.
Through SA (11/14) - Human Rites… the body and blood, contemporary Cherokee baskets by Luzene Hill will be on display in Highsmith University Union Gallery.
Arts Council of Henderson County
D. Samuel Neill Gallery hours: Tues.-Fri., 1-5pm and Sat., 1-4pm. Located at 538 N. Main St., 2nd Floor, Hendersonville. Info: 693-8504 or www.acofhc.org.
SA (11/7), 7:30pm & SU (11/8), 2pm - Two workshop productions of Heaven in Your Pocket, an original musical. Sat. at Revolving Arts Gallery, 511 N. Main St., Hendersonville, and Sun. at Feed & Seed, 3715 Hendersonville Rd., Fletcher. $15. Receptions follow both shows.
Through FR (11/20) - The juried and judged exhibit City of Four Seasons in Two Dimensions - Traditions: Henderson County will be on display.
Asheville Area Arts Council
The Asheville Area Arts Council (AAAC) is at 11 Biltmore Ave. Info: 258-0710 or www.ashevillearts.com.
FR (11/6) through SU (11/29) - New works by local artists Karen Noel, Stephen Geldner, Carly Dergins and Erin Brethauer, will be on display.
Asheville Art Museum
Located on Pack Square in downtown Asheville. Hours: Tues.-Sat., 10am-5pm and Sun., 1-5pm. Admission: $6/$5 students and seniors/Free for kids under 4. Free first Wednesdays from 3-5pm. Info: 253-3227 or www.ashevilleart.org.
Through SU (2/7) - Ruth Asawa: Drawing in Space, an exhibit of loop-wire sculptures and drawings.
Through SU (2/14) - Looking Forward: New Works and New Directions for the Permanent Collection will be on display.
Through FR (1/1) - Looking Back: Celebrating 60 Years of Collecting at the Asheville Art Museum will explore the Museum’s collection of American art of the 20th and 21st centuries with an interest in the art of the Southeast and WNC.
Through SU (12/6) - Cherokee Carvers: Tradition Renewed examines different aspects of late 20th and early 21st century Cherokee carving.
Asheville Arts Center
The main campus is located at 308 Merrimon Ave. Info: 253-4000 or www.ashevilleartscenter.com.
TH (11/5) through SU (11/15) - The Songs: An Asheville Arts Center Cabaret will be performed. This musical revue combines the best musical theater songs from the Broadway and off-Broadway stage. $15/$10 students. Info: 253-4000.
Asheville Ballroom & Dance Centre • Learn to Dance!
(pd.) Groups and Privates available. For more information call (828) 274-8320. www.ashevilleballroom.com
Asheville City Schools Foundation
Seeking Academic Coaches (tutors/mentors) to support students by assisting them with a variety of tasks that support educational success. One hr/wk min., for one school year, in your choice of school or after school program. Training provided. Info: 350-6135, terri.wells@asheville.k12.nc.us or www.acsf.org.
MONDAYS through FRIDAYS, 8:30am-5pm - Academic coaching in the schools or at after-school programs, once a week.
Asheville Gallery of Art
A co-op gallery representing 28 regional artists located at 16 College St. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm and Sun.: 1-4pm. Info: 251-5796 or www.ashevillegallery-of-art.com.
Through MO (11/30) - Diversity, a collection of mixed-media creations by Bill Weldner.
Asheville International Children's Film Festival
The mission of the AICFF is to provide children and families with value affirming, culturally diverse cinema. Info: www.aicff.org.
SA & SU (11/7 & 8), 10am, Noon, 2pm & 4pm - Family screenings at Asheville Pizza & Brew Co., 675 Merrimon Ave. $4 children/$5 adults.
Asheville Masters Swimming
Competitive, fitness and triathlon swimmers welcome. Info: www.ashevillemasters.com
MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS, 5:45-7:15am - Practice at Asheville School.
• TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 5:45-7:15am & SATURDAYS, 7-9am - Coached practices at Warren Wilson College.
Asheville Satsang With Gangaji
Info: 216-7051 or nckristinenelson@yahoo.com.
SUNDAYS, 7pm - Discover true fulfillment. Silent sitting and video satsang with Western spiritual teacher Gangaji. New location at Servanthood House, 156 East Chestnut St., near Greenlife.
Asheville SCORE Counselors to Small Business
If your business could use some help, SCORE is the place to start. Free and confidential. To make an appointment: 271-4786. Our offices are located in the Federal Building, 151 Patton Ave., Rm. 259. Veterans may attend any SCORE seminar at no charge. Info: www.ashevillescore.org.
• Business Success Assessment Team: Free On-Site Consulting Program.
Asheville Track Club
The club provides information, education, training, social and sporting events for runners and walkers of any age. Please see the group Web site for weekly events and news. Info: www.ashevilletrackclub.org or 253-8781.
SUNDAYS, 8am - Carrier Park Runners. Park at NC Arboretum Greenhouse. Leader: Dick Duccini, 645-8887. Long, slow distance on trails --- 8:30am - ATC Trail Run. Park at NC Arboretum Greenhouse. Leaders: Bryan Trantham, 648-9336, and Rick Taylor, 776-3853. Pace: 8:30-9:30mpm.
Astro-Counseling
(pd.) Licensed counselor and accredited professional astrologer uses your chart when counseling for additional insight into yourself, your relationships and life directions. Readings also available. Christy Gunther, MA. (828) 258-3229.
At The Health Adventure
Free first Wed. of every month from 3-5pm. Hours: Tues.-Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun., 1-5pm. $8.50 adults/$7.50 students & seniors/$6 kids 2-11. Program info or to RSVP: 254-6373, ext. 324. Info: www.thehealthadventure.org.
Through SU (1/3) - Explore the good, the bad and the ugly at Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body. Explore why your body produces mushy, oozy, crusty and stinky gunk at this educational exhibition.
Attention Artists and Photographers!
(pd.) Need your work Captured, Reproduced, or Printed? Digital Resolutions Group specializes in high-quality large format digital photography, outstanding fine art reproduction and printing. (828) 670-5257 or visit www.ashevilledigital.com
Attention Parents
(pd.) Do you have children who struggle learning to control their emotions or behavior? Children who don't seem to pay attention in school? • We invite you to hear about a new technology that's making it possible to train children (or adults) to be more attentive, more productive and more in control, by simply playing a video game. • This technology (called Neurofeedback) is being employed in schools, clinics, by NASA, in the Olympics and in World Cup trainings and can help your child create lasting change. Call (828) 281-2299, for more info or our schedule of upcoming public seminars, ask for Dr Ellis. Focus Centers of Asheville.
Avatar Meher Baba
This group meets to celebrate and study the life and teachings of Avatar Meher Baba, focusing on his words. "True love is matchless in majesty. It has no parallel in power; and there is no darkness it cannot dispel." Info: 274-0307 or www.avatarmeherbaba.org.
SUNDAYS, 4-6pm - Call for location info.
Avery County Arts Council
Info: 898-4292 or info@averycountyartscouncil.org.
Through MO (11/30) - Seeing Through the Eye of a Hummingbird, nature photography by Connie Toops, will be on display at the Cheese House Gallery, 630 Shawneehaw Ave., Banner Elk.
Bear Clan Rainbow Medicine Lodge
2nd SUNDAYS, 4-6pm - Meeting. For all those who wish to learn about the Natural Healing Medicine Path. We are teachers and students of this Way. All are welcome to attend at the library in Old Fort. Info: http://seeks.spirit.tripod.com.
Bee Keeping: An Introduction
SU (11/8), 1-4pm - Explore the world of bee keeping with this introduction geared to the individual who has no experience with honey bees. At the Folk Art Center. Register online at WNCBees.org or call 255-5202.
Bella Vista Art Gallery
Located in Biltmore Village, next to the parking lot of Rezaz's restaurant. Open daily. Info: 768-0246 or www.bellavistaart.com.
SU (11/1) through MO (11/30) - New paintings by August Hoerr. Feature wall artist Nathaniel Galka.
Black Mountain Center for the Arts
Located in the renovated Old City Hall at 225 West State St. in Black Mountain. Gallery Hours: Mon.-Wed. & Fri., 10am-5pm (closed Sat. during winter months). Info: 669-0930 or www.BlackMountainArts.org.
Through FR (11/13) - The annual juried art show by the Appalachian Pastel Society will be on display in the Upper Gallery.
Blue Ridge Bicycle Club
Encourages safe and responsible recreational bicycling in the WNC area. To find out more about the club and its ongoing advocacy efforts, or to see a complete club calendar, visit www.blueridgebicycleclub.org.
SUNDAYS - Folk Art Center Road Ride. Departs in the p.m. from the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. This is a show-n-go ride, meaning there may not be a ride leader. Call or email for departure time: 713-8504 or billcrownover@bellsouth.net.
Blue Ridge Community College
Info: www.blueridge.edu.
Through MO (11/9) - First Annual Art Faculty Exhibit at the Blue Ridge Conference Hall in the Technology Education and Development Center. Info: 694-1688.
Blue Spiral 1
The gallery at 38 Biltmore Ave. is open Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm. Info: 251-0202 or www.bluespiral1.com.
Through TH (12/31) - Fall Salon: Sculptural glass, abstract paintings and curvilinear mixed-media wall installations from six regional artists --- Ceramic sculpture and textiles by Heather Allen-Swarttouw --- Paintings by Taiyo la Paix --- Wood-Fired Clay: Contemporary approaches to a time-honored tradition by several artists --- Basketry by Carole Hetzel, Deborah Muhl and Lee Sipe.
BoBo Gallery
Located at 22 Lexington Ave., Asheville. Info: 254-3426.
Through TU (11/10) - Weighting, an exhibit of work by David Zaig. Curated by Ben Betsalel.
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