1 Night Seminar • Biofeedback • Reduce Stress
(pd.) This Tuesday, July 14, 7pm at Focus Centers of Asheville. A one night seminar for individuals struggling with stress and stress-related conditions. • Dr. Jackie Williams, Educational Specialist, will describe how biofeedback and neurofeedback can help regulate stress and promote general wellness. Biofeedback could be helpful if you suffer from any of the following: • Physical problems associated with excess stress; • Anxiety and worry; • Attention and memory issues; • High blood pressure; • Depression and/or mood swings; • Sleep disturbance. • Registration limited to 10. • Registration/directions to our downtown Asheville office, call (828) 281-2299, ext. 2.
10% July Special
(pd.) Custom grading • Lot clearing • View enhancements • Driveways • Tree removal • Ponds • Mulch/gravel. • 15 years experience, • Insured • Free estimates. Call Britt: (828) 216-0726. Ace Grading and Landscaping.
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 SU (7/12) - The group exhibit Contemporary Representation will be on display.
3 day Zen Retreat On Bodhisattva Way
(pd.) Study the Bodhisattva Way at Great Tree Zen Temple, July 16-19, led by Nancy Spence. Includes video, guided meditations, discussions and Soto Zen services. Register through http://www.greattreetemple.org. Questions? (828) 645-2085 or info@greattreetemple.org • Great Tree is 15 minutes from downtown Asheville.
Adult League Kickball
At Buncombe County Sports Park Field #9. Must have at least 10 players per team. The season will consist of 8 games and a league championship game with trophies for the winner. $25/person. Info: 250-4269 or jay.nelson@buncombecounty.org.
WE (7/1) through FR (7/31) - Registration. Season: August 10-Oct. 1.
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 gay-friendly support group for families and friends of alcoholics, and holds their weekly candlelight meeting at All Souls Cathedral, 3 Angle St. Info: 670-6277 (until 9pm).
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.
FRIDAYS, 6:30pm - Discussion meeting for couples only: All Souls Cathedral, 3 Angle St. Info: 676-0485.
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 FR (7/31) - The theme for this month's exhibit in the Oui Oui Gallery is "I Walk Alone," featuring works by Amanda Riddle, Ruth Robinson, Ruth Robinson and others.
Appalachian Summer Festival
A month-long celebration of the arts featuring a variety of performances by internationally acclaimed artists. For a complete schedule of events and ticket prices: 262-4046 or www.appsummer.org.
SA (6/27) through SA (7/25) - Music, dance and theater performances; visual arts exhibitions and events; workshops for children and adults; and educational lectures and seminars.
Are Your Kids Highly Sensitive • Creative • Intelligent?
(pd.) Then attend our Open House and free Parenting Workshop introduction, as well as meet and greet the horses of Equinection. • This Sunday, July 12, 1pm-4pm. • Registration: (828) 505-0383. Led by Karen Head of http://www.equinection.org and Maureen Healy of www.growinghappykids.com
Art at Ananda Hair Studio
The salon, located at 22 Broadway, hosts rotating art exhibits. Info: 232-1017.
Through SU (7/12) - Original works of art by local artist sky will be on display.
Art at Harvest Records
Located at 415-B Haywood Road, Asheville. Info: 258-2999.
Through FR (7/31) - Recent paintings and illustrations by Nathan Northup 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 (8/2) - Rustic Birdhouses by artist Walt Cottingham will be on display at the Education Center.
Through SU (11/1) - H. Douglas Pratt and John C. Sill's BIRDS: The Science of Illustration. The exhibit celebrates the art and science of birds.
Art at UNCA
Art exhibits and events at the university are free, unless otherwise noted. Info: 251-6559. Blowers Gallery info: 251-6546. Highsmith University Union info: 232-5000.
Through TH (8/6) - Reflective Iridescences on Canvas, mixed media by Norbert W. Irvine will be on display in the Highsmith University Union Gallery.
Through FR (8/28) - Inmate Art, drawings and collages by student-inmates at Avery Mitchell Correctional Facility, will be on display in Blowers Gallery.
Art Fest
FR (7/10), 4-9pm - An evening of art, music and food at the Mountain Brew Cafe, 3480 Sweeten Creek Road. Chair massage available.
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.
Through FR (7/31) - Postcards, a collaborative traveling exhibit of postcard-sized original paintings by artists from WNC framed in black shadow boxes.
Through SA (8/1) - Accepting applications for N.C. Arts Council Grassroots Arts Grants. Applications and instructions will be available at the June 11 grant writing workshop.
Asheville Art Museum
The museum is in Pack Place Education, Arts and Science Center on Pack Square. Hours: Tues.-Sat. from 10am-5pm and Sun. from 1-5pm. Free the 1st Wed. of every month from 3-5pm. Info: 253-3227. $6/$5.
FR (7/10), 5-7pm - Opening reception for Cherokee Carvers: Tradition Renewed.
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.
The exhibit Expectant Gaze: Art From the Eye and Mind presents works from the permanent collection that probe art's two oldest and most essential functions: rendering the visual world and envisioning new possibilities for experiencing it.
FR (7/10) through SU (12/6) - Cherokee Carvers: Tradition Renewed examines different aspects of late 20th and early 21st century Cherokee carving.
FR (7/10), Noon-1pm - Join a member of the curatorial staff on a tour of the exhibit Looking Back: Celebrating 60 Years of Collecting at the Asheville Art Museum.
Through SU (8/23) - Tradition/Innovation: American Masterpieces of Southern Craft & Traditional Art.
Through SU (9/13) - Response and Memory: The Art of Beverly Buchanan.
Asheville Community Theatre
Located at 35 East Walnut St. Tickets & info: 254-1320 or www.ashevilletheatre.org.
Through SU (7/19) - 'Til Beth Do Us Part, a comedy about a long-married couple and their attempts to keep a newly hired "Southern-fried Mary Poppins from hell" from sabotaging their relationship.
Asheville Foosball
Weekly "open draw your partner" foosball (table soccer) tournaments. Cash prizes. Open to all skill levels, beginner to pro-master. Info: 254-2349 or www.Netfoos.com (Asheville Foosball).
FRIDAYS, 8:30pm - Open D.Y.P. (Draw Your Partner) Foosball Tournament at Northside Grill and Bar, 853 Merrimon Ave.
Asheville Free Book Exchange
Located at 191 Lyman St. in the River Arts District. Info: (404) 933-9173, info@freebookexchange.org or www.freebookexchange.org.
• Donate time or used books, multimedia, magazines, comics and such.
MONDAYS through FRIDAYS, 10am-6pm; SATURDAYS, Noon-6pm & SUNDAYS, Noon-5pm - Open. The space includes free books, free Wi-Fi, a lounge area and a children's section. A donation-based center. Open mics on the first Thurs. of the month.
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 FR (7/31) - Potpourri, a collection of watercolor and pastel paintings by Al Junek.
Asheville Green Drinks
People who are interested in environmental issues and topics meet up for a drink at BoBo Gallery, 22 Lexington Ave. The events usually include a short presentation by a guest speaker. Sign up for the e-mail newsletter at www.ashevillegreendrinks.com.
FR (7/10), 6pm - Socializing --- 6:30pm - "Water Conservation: Why Wait?" with Jason Recter.
Asheville High School Class of 1989 20th Reunion
• Searching for classmates. The reunion will be Sept. 18-19 at On Broadway in Asheville. If you are interested in attending and have not been contacted, please e-mail Nicole Lurey Nissenbaum at nniss@comcast.net.
Asheville Masters Swimming
MONDAYS through FRIDAYS, 5:45-7:15am & SATURDAYS, 7-9am - Fitness, competitive and triathlon swimmers welcome at Asheville Country Club. Info: www.ashevillemasters.com.
Asheville Open Tennis Championship
All matches will be played at the Aston Park Tennis Center, 336 Hilliard Ave. Cash prizes will be awarded. Info: 251-4074 or lloftis@ashevillenc.gov.
Through SU (7/19) - Open Tennis Championships, highlighted by both the Junior and Adult Tournaments.
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.
MONDAYS through FRIDAYS (through Aug.), 10:30am - Story time.
Through SU (9/6) - Arthur’s World, the national touring exhibition based on the PBS children’s television series and popular Marc Brown books, will be on display.
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
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.
Through FR (7/31) - New paintings by August Hoerr, new works by Galen Bernard, new raku by Scott Haines and Jann Welch.
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.
FRIDAYS, 7:30pm - Services.
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 (7/31) - Lay of the Land: Interpretations of the Landscape in Oil and Pastel, an exhibit by Susan Sinyai, will be on display in the Upper Gallery.
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 bmcmac@bellsouth.net.
FR (7/10), 6-8pm - Opening reception for Astronomy Drawings by Dorothea Rockburne. $3 nonmembers.
FR (7/10) through SA (11/07) - Astronomy Drawings by Dorothea Rockburne.
Black Mountain Community Garden Needs Volunteers
Volunteers needed weekly this spring and summer to help grow food for community donation at the Black Mountain Community Garden. Both individuals and groups up to 25 (of all ages and abilities) are welcome. Info: 669-2052.
Blue Ridge Parkway Hikes
Led by Blue Ridge Parkway rangers.
FR (7/10), 10am - Pisgah Ridge Trail. Learn about the birds of Pisgah Ridge and the forest they call home. The 90-minute hike will start at John Rock Overlook, milepost 419.4. Bring water, binoculars, and wear walking shoes. Info: 456-9530, ext. 3.
Blue Ridge Pride
The newly formed all-volunteer organization plans to hold a pride festival Oct. 10 at Martin Luther King Park. Info: www.blueridgepride.com.
Volunteers are needed in many areas, ranging from committee chairs to volunteers to work the day of the event. For more info on volunteering, e-mail brpvolunteers@yahoo.com.
Blue Spiral 1
The gallery at 38 Biltmore Ave. is open Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm. Info: 251-0202 or www.bluespiral1.com.
Through SU (9/20) - Will Henry Stevens (1881-1949) + Tom Turner: Stevens' never-before exhibited abstracts paired with Turner's porcelain. Alice R. Ballard: nature-inspired ceramics. Alex Bernstein, Julyan Davis, Charles Goolsby: glass sculpture and paintings.
Brother Wolf Animal Rescue
A no-kill organization. Info: peggyhodge@charter.net, 808-9435 or www.bwar.org.
• Join the cat-care team and help felines find their forever homes. Scoop, clean and love on cats and kittens at PetSmart in Asheville. All of the pets live in foster homes.
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