Community Calendar

Formed in late 2020 in Atlanta, GA, The Mad Hatters, while touring extensively, have quickly become the premier Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers tribute act. Comprised of rock veterans from the Georgia Satellites and other national and regional touring acts, The Mad Hatters deliver a pulse pounding sound and stage show that could only be matched by Tom Petty himself.

The Mad Hatters are:
Vegas Dave Turner - Vocals and Guitar
Fred McNeal - Guitar and Vocals
Wayne Vokovich - Bass and Vocals
Todd Johnston - Drums and Vocals
Asher McKinney - Keys and Vocals

Since 1987, South Carolina’s The Blue Dogs have been blending the genres they grew up with - bluegrass, country, rock & soul - “turning bluegrass on its ear by creating what’s now referred to as ‘Americana’ or ‘alternative country’ before those terms were commonplace” [Charlotte Observer]. More than 30 years later, The Blue Dogs continue to perform unpredictable and upbeat live shows with original songs that capture a country-rock vibe. Acoustic guitarist Bobby Houck and upright bassist Hank Futch, leaders and lead singers of the band, met in Cub Scouts and reconnected musically during their college years. Based in Charleston, their partnership with songwriter Phillip Lammonds in the 1990’s contributed significantly to The Blue Dogs’ four major studio recordings, Blue Dogs (1997), Letters from Round O (1999), Halos and Good Buys (2004), and Big Dreamers (2022), produced respectively by world class producers John Alagia (Dave Matthews, John Mayer)), David Lowery (Cracker, Counting Crows), Don Gehman (John Mellencamp, REM), and Sadler Vaden (Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit). The Blue Dogs have spent over three decades sharing the stage with a range of artists that includes Willie Nelson, Hootie & the Blowfish, Cracker, Bruce Hornsby, and Widespread Panic, and in recent years at their own annual Homecoming with guests such as Jerry Douglas, Drivin n Cryin, Radney Foster, The Connells, and many more. Along with longtime drummer Greg Walker, the band in 2023 consists of Dan Hood (guitar) and Charlie Thompson (pedal steel), often joined by a bigger lineup which includes mandolin, fiddle, keyboards, and a three-piece horn section.

The Hives
The Chats
Saturday, March 14
Show: 8 pm | Doors: 7 pm
The Orange Peel
All Ages - under 12 requires venue approval

🌱 Grow Crazy! MountainTrue’s ONLINE Spring Native Plant Sale is coming soon—mark your calendar so you can dig in before your top picks vanish! The online sale opens at 9 am on March 1st. Sign up to be notified when the sale goes live.

From native trees and shrubs to pollinator-friendly blooms and wildlife-loving plants, we’ve got the goodies your garden (and the critters) will love. All plants come from our friends at Carolina Native Nursery, grown with care just for you.

Orders will be accepted from March 1st through March 31st, while supplies last. You must pay for the order at the time you submit it in order to secure your species and size of choice. Then, pick up your order in Asheville, NC at Oteen Baptist Church on Tuesday, April 14th, between 3 pm and 6 pm.

Orders MUST be picked up on Tuesday, April 14th unless, due to exceptional circumstances, other arrangements are made PRIOR to placing the order by contacting amy@mountaintrue.org.

Native shrubs and perennials are a vital component of healthy streams and lakes. They help prevent erosion, filter pollution from runoff, and provide food and shelter for wildlife. MountainTrue staff and volunteers spend significant time and resources removing nonnative invasive plants along streams and lake shorelines to protect water quality and ensure that the native vegetation stays healthy.

Plants that are found here inspire a “sense of place” and pride in our mountain communities and promote wise stewardship and conservation of natural resources.

The Greer Farmers Market is excited to invite the community back to Greer City park in 2026 for their 11th season in Greer.

Shop with over 40 farmers, makers, and bakers, plus live music, food trucks, and unique activities. Enjoy shopping under tree canopy at the 12-acre Greer City Park: featuring paved sidewalks, shuttle service from parking lots, bathrooms, sidewalks, open fields, stunning fountains, and a playground for kids. Within walking distance find shops and restaurants on Trade St. in downtown Greer, all nestled in the rolling foothills of the Upstate. Join us once and you will return again!

Sunday, 11AM-2PM

Jan 25 - Winter Birds
Feb 15 - Valentines
March 15 - Celtic Market
April 19 - Neighborhood Connections with Greer Relief
Food Programs: Greer Farmers Market is proud to be a SNAP Retailer and Healthy Bucks site. We have a Healthy Kids/POP Club Program where we offer produce vouchers and education for children at the market. We encourage anyone wanting to utilize these programs to join us during our market dates. NEW in 2026- We plan to DOUBLE SNAP! You can learn more about our food access programs online at greerfarmersmarket.com/farmers-makers-bakers/

About Us....

All year access to fresh local foods and community. The Greer Farmers Market has been an integral part of Downtown Greer since 2015. Our market serves a diverse shopper base consisting of young families, professionals, and seniors. The Greer Farmers Market is a non-profit 501c3 farmers market in the State of South Carolina. Our mission is to support local farmers, bakers, and hand-made businesses by providing an accessible platform to sell in-season items directly to Greer’s residents and visitors.

Group show featuring 25+ artists inspired by the title’s theme, “Transformation", to include various media, styles, and interpretations. If interested, see Submission Guidelines:
• No entry fee!
• Artists of all perspectives, styles, & media
• Theme for inspiration & own interpretation: “Transformation”
• Limit 2 works per Artist
• ~25 Artist limit; first come, first hung!
• Artwork must be framed and ready to hang/display.
• Artwork should be for sale. Flood Gallery retains 35%, so price accordingly.
• Label each artwork with name, title, medium, price, and artist bio/statement.
• Labels can be downloaded from our Facebook page, or filled out during art submission.
• Labeled artwork must be hand-delivered to Flood Gallery on Sat-Sun, March 14-15, 11am - 5pm.
Flood Gallery Fine Art Center
802 Fairview Rd. Suite 1200, Asheville, NC 28803
(Located off I-240 Exit 8, River Ridge Business Center, behind Sun Soo Martial Arts,
next to Hot Yoga Asheville & Asheville Dance Theater)
Opening Reception: Sat, March 21, 3-7pm

Dale Brittain and Randy Saxon at Baker Buffalo Creek Winery

A St. Patrick’s Celebration: The Music of Ireland’s Legendary Bard

"Celebrate the spirit of Ireland this March at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts. On Sunday, March 15th, join two of the world’s finest Celtic instrumentalists—virtuoso guitarist Robin Bullock and four-time National Scottish Harp Champion Sue Richards—for an enchanting afternoon dedicated to the "last of the bards," Turlough O'Carolan.

Experience a masterclass in " string wizardry" as this award-winning duo brings the 17th-century harper’s timeless compositions to life. From haunting Gaelic airs to the elegant Baroque-inspired planxties that defined an era, Bullock and Richards bridge the gap between the Old World and the New. Whether you are a fan of traditional Irish music or world-class acoustic performance, this rare appearance by two WAMMIE Award winners is the perfect way to kick off your St. Patrick’s week.

Who: Robin Bullock & Sue Richards

When: Sunday, March 15th @ 2:00pm

Where: Black Mountain Center for the Arts (BMCA)

Tickets: $20 – Secure your seats for this intimate performance!

The Asheville Psychic Society will host “Insight for Impact,” a community fundraiser supporting Asheville’s Safe Shelter program, on Sunday, March 15, from 2:45–6:30 p.m. at Blank Space, 701 Haywood Road in Asheville. The event will feature an Intuitive Arts Showcase with multiple stage presentations demonstrating intuitive and spiritual practices, a silent auction, and opportunities for individual intuitive readings from society members. Tickets are $60 and include access to the showcase and one mini reading while availability lasts. Additional one-on-one sessions will be available for $40 each while availability lasts. All proceeds benefit Safe Shelter and Winter Safe Shelters serving individuals experiencing homelessness in Buncombe County. More information: AshevillePsychicSociety.org

🌱 Grow Crazy! MountainTrue’s ONLINE Spring Native Plant Sale is coming soon—mark your calendar so you can dig in before your top picks vanish! The online sale opens at 9 am on March 1st. Sign up to be notified when the sale goes live.

From native trees and shrubs to pollinator-friendly blooms and wildlife-loving plants, we’ve got the goodies your garden (and the critters) will love. All plants come from our friends at Carolina Native Nursery, grown with care just for you.

Orders will be accepted from March 1st through March 31st, while supplies last. You must pay for the order at the time you submit it in order to secure your species and size of choice. Then, pick up your order in Asheville, NC at Oteen Baptist Church on Tuesday, April 14th, between 3 pm and 6 pm.

Orders MUST be picked up on Tuesday, April 14th unless, due to exceptional circumstances, other arrangements are made PRIOR to placing the order by contacting amy@mountaintrue.org.

Native shrubs and perennials are a vital component of healthy streams and lakes. They help prevent erosion, filter pollution from runoff, and provide food and shelter for wildlife. MountainTrue staff and volunteers spend significant time and resources removing nonnative invasive plants along streams and lake shorelines to protect water quality and ensure that the native vegetation stays healthy.

Plants that are found here inspire a “sense of place” and pride in our mountain communities and promote wise stewardship and conservation of natural resources.