Saturday, March 15th, join us at the Folk Art Center for all things QUILTING! In honor of National Quilting Day, on the 15th, Jude Stuecker and Connie Brown will be demonstrating quilt-making skills in the lobby. Connie is also a quilt historian and AQS Quilt Appraiser. On March 13-15, a selection of antique and vintage quilts from her collection will be displayed. Each day at 11 and 1, Connie will give an informal talk with Q&A about the quilts. We’ll look at the fabrics, patterns and other clues that quilt historians use to help them date a quilt.
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From the Earth Festival
Introducing BRAM’s first From the Earth Festival! We are teaming up with Trailside Brewing Co., Ecusta Market, and The Lennox Station to celebrate our beautiful earth!
What to expect: 40 earth-friendly vendors: Local non-profits like Conserving Carolina and Mills River Partnership. Nature-themed Artists, Nurseries/Farmers, Sustainable home products, face-painting, and much more! Whether you are an art lover, nature enthusiast, craft beer drinker, or simply looking for a fun Saturday, our From the Earth Festival is the perfect way to spend the day!
- Workshops All Day: Printmaking, Candle Making, and many more to come!
- Live Music: Enjoy local musicians’ live performances throughout the day!
- Environmental Talks: Bees and Honey, Permaculture, Native plants, and much more!
- Food & Drink: Grab a drink from @trailside Brewing while you browse the vendors. Tasty food on-site from multiple food trucks, sweet vendors, and the Ecusta Market.
Whether you are an art lover, nature enthusiast, craft beer drinker, or simply looking for a fun Saturday, our From the Earth Festival is the perfect way to spend the day!
- March, 9
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Second Sunday Artisan Market
We will have local makers, live music, food trucks, a coffee trailer, Caricature drawings, and tasty beer!
- March, 9
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Swannanoa Farmers Market
This isn’t just a market—it’s a step toward rebuilding and revitalizing a community that has been through so much. Many of our vendors are Swannanoa residents who are working hard to get back on their feet, and your support means everything.
Come shop fresh eggs, handcrafted artwork, embroidered clothing, fiber goods, sweet treats, delicious eats, and more—all sourced with love and resilience.
- March, 9
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Therapeutic Recreation After Dark – Laser tag (14+ with disabilities)
Experience these field trips and activities with old friends, and get to make new friends along the way!
Open to individuals ages 14+ with disabilities – participants who cannot meet eligibility requirements can attend with a 1:1 worker. Please register workers, too, for our final headcount. Please contact the Therapeutic Recreation Program at 828-232-4529 for additional information.
- March, 9
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Friday Family Movie Nights
Monthly Screenings of family friendly movies in the Auditorium. Enjoy freshly popped popcorn and drinks. All ages welcome!
- 3/14 – Secret Life of Pets – Two mismatched mutts get lost in New York City due to their feuding, and must work together to find their way home. During their journey, they encounter a vicious bunny who plans to lead a group of abandoned pets on a mission of revenge against humanity.
- 4/11 – Matilda – An intelligent little girl who is neglected by her parents discovers that she has telekinetic powers. Not until a teacher shows her kindness for the first time does she realize that she can use those powers to do something about her sufferings and help her friends as well.
- March, 8
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Healthy Kids Day
Join us at the Corpening Memorial YMCA in Marion for fun games, activities, group exercise class demonstrations, healthy snacks, contests and prizes, local vendor and community partner booths, and much more.
- March, 7
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Community Concert featuring the Steep Canyon Rangers
The highly anticipated Community Concert is returning to Pack Square Park in Downtown Asheville on Thursday, May 29, 2025, and this year’s lineup promises to deliver another unforgettable evening of live music, local food, and community spirit. The event will feature Steep Canyon Rangers, one of the most renowned names in bluegrass and Americana music, along with the incredible opening act, Sam Burchfield and the Scoundrels. The Community Concert is presented by Oskar Blues Brewery, Dale’s, and Fred Anderson Subaru.
This celebration of community is FREE to attend, with General Admission available to all. For those seeking an enhanced experience, Preferred Access Tickets powered by Skyla Credit Union are on sale now, providing attendees with a premium concert experience in the heart of Asheville’s iconic Downtown.
“We’re so excited to bring this event back to Pack Square Park, where the energy and excitement of the community come alive through great music and local flavor,” said Hayden Plemmons, Executive Director of the Asheville Downtown Association. “This concert not only highlights incredible talent but also gives us a chance to showcase the amazing local food vendors, and artists that make our Downtown so special.”
“The thing that I love about playing a big, free show on Pack Square is that it gives us all an opportunity to come together and have a great time. We need that now more than ever. Hopefully this year we can bring in a lot of folks from out town to come stay the weekend, eat in our restaurants, have a beer, buy some artwork and help Asheville get back on our feet” – Graham Sharp, Steep Canyon Rangers
In addition to the music, the Community Concert will also feature a variety of local food vendors, a marketplace with unique handmade goods, and a gear swap presented by Second Gear, giving attendees the chance to exchange gently used outdoor gear. The event is designed to bring together people of all ages for an evening of celebration, while supporting local businesses and artists.
- March, 7
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The GLO Mobile Outreach Bus is rolling to a neighborhood near you! (Check the schedule in the comments)
The Children & Family Resource Center of Henderson County GLO (Grow Learn Outreach) Mobile supports and enhances kindergarten readiness and transition activities in the Henderson County community. Our early learning outreach bus aims to remove barriers such as transportation, availability of care, and expenses that often keep children out of a preschool setting and will allow parents to access the necessary support for their children to begin kindergarten ready to learn. The mobile unit enhances kindergarten readiness and transition activities in Hendersonville removing barriers such as transportation, availability of care, and expenses that often keep children out of a preschool setting and will allow parents to access the necessary support for their children to begin kindergarten ready to learn.
The mobile unit is intended to be a vehicle for outreach into our community to engage children ages birth through 5, not in licensed child care centers. We know the earliest days of a child’s life can be one of the most important indicators of future success and by bringing quality early childhood experiences into neighborhoods with barriers like transportation, primary language, and limited income, we hope to build the child’s foundation for future learning. It is our goal to assist these caregivers in becoming their child’s first educator, empowering them to be the support their children need to start kindergarten prepared.
The GLO Mobile visits areas of the community furthest from child care centers that may have issues with transportation. These visits help engage children and caregivers to create positive connections with other families, provide developmentally appropriate activities for the caregiver and child to do together, and connect families to resources.
- March, 7
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Easter Weekend with Grove Park (see description for dates and events)
April 18 – 20
Celebrate Easter in the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains with a weekend of festive fun. Enjoy a delightful Easter brunch and family-friendly activities, including a scavenger hunt, craft parties, and a special visit from Major Bunny.
Schedule of Events:
Friday, April 18
- Balloon Twister | 4 PM – 6 PM | Great Hall
Watch as talented balloon artists bring whimsical creations to life. - Major Bunny Appearance | 4:30 PM | Great Hall
Kick off the holiday weekend with a special visit from Major Bunny in his Easter best.
Saturday, April 19
- Holiday Craft Party | 11 AM – 1 PM | Skyline
Create festive holiday crafts and enjoy additional entertainment, including face painting. - Cookie Decorating Party | 2 PM – 4 PM | Skyline
Decorate and enjoy your own Easter-themed sweet treats.
Sunday, April 20
- Easter Morning Worship Service | 8:30 AM | Skyline
Start your holiday with a non-denominational service featuring uplifting music and words of encouragement. - Major Bunny’s Scav-Egg-Er Hunt | 11 AM – 12:30 PM | Great Hall & Concierge Desk
Follow the hidden clues to Major Bunny’s farmers market for a special treat. Recommended for children ages 10 and under. - Easter Brunch Buffet | 12 PM – 5:30 PM | Blue Ridge
Indulge in an elegant Easter brunch with an array of seasonal favorites. Reservations required.
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