Community Calendar

The focus of this 10-hour workshop is to prepare participants from a variety of educational backgrounds and experiences in both the formal and non-formal sectors to use exemplary Environmental Education teaching methods. Participants will learn about a variety of teaching techniques, methods and instructional strategies; and the workshop will include multiple interactive components. This is a required workshop for all NC Environmental Education Certification candidates. This workshop may also count for Continuing Education for those educators who are already certified. This workshop is free to attend, although advance registration is required. Tickets for this event go online on Grandfather Mountain’s website April 13 at 10 a.m.

APLR Presents: Samara Jade's Birthday Bash

Friday, June 12th, 2026

AyurPrana Listening Room - 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806

Doors 6PM || Event 7PM

Samara Jade's Birthday Bash

Samara Jade has opened for an accompanied many artists at Ayurprana, and at long last she is playing her own show there of her original music! Also notable is that this will be the first Samara Jade headlined show in Asheville since losing her singing voice and vocal cord surgery three years ago...so join us for a special "birthday bash" show at Ayurprana featuring a plethora of new music from Asheville's beloved songbird, accompanied by her dear friends of Megan Drollinger (fiddle) and Craig Kellberg (upright bass), as well as a handful of cameos from surprise guest artists!

Samara Jade

Samara Jade is a forest‑frolicking folk troubadour and musical seamstress who threads together earthy grooves, soul-soaked vocals, and thought-provoking lyrics into a genre affectionately dubbed “Philosopholk.” Drawing inspiration from jazz, blues, Appalachian roots, and the wild whispers of nature, Samara’s music dances between play and depth—offering listeners both heartfelt medicine and clever mischief.

In addition to performing, Samara is a song-leader and ceremonialist that community song circles and nature-based singing retreats that help people reconnect with their voices, each other, and the Earth. Whether singing about compost or transformation, grief or gratitude, frogs or fungi, she invites audiences into a shared experience that is both grounding and elevating. Her songs and shows aren’t just performances—they’re invitations into aliveness, belonging, and collective healing.

Explore the mountain after hours with your own personal guides during our Grandfather by Night series! You’ll discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders, watch a stunning sunset (weather permitting) and experience the mountain as never before! The Twilight Hike version will include a hike after sunset to discuss and look for the creatures that are more active after the sun goes down. The group will explore a unique forest ecosystem from top to bottom in search of salamanders, owls, flying squirrels, fireflies and any other creatures they might come across. The Twilight Hike program is not accessible to guests with limited mobility. Participants signed up for this version will need to participate in the hike, as staying behind while the rest of the group hikes is not possible. Advance registration required.

The word craft-itarianism was coined by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez to name artistic projects that generate employment, raise awareness, or offer therapeutic support through craft. These programs provide a space where people affected by addiction, incarceration, and gun violence can find solidarity while learning a skill.

Craft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft celebrates nonprofits and artists who believe in—and actively practice—the power of craft to support and empower individuals and communities.

This exhibition was curated by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez. Launched in 2017, the Curatorial Fellowship supports emerging curators exploring new ideas about craft with mentorship, professional development, and a $5,000 honorarium to realize an exhibition.

On view February 27, 2026–September 27, 2026.

The focus of this 10-hour workshop is to prepare participants from a variety of educational backgrounds and experiences in both the formal and non-formal sectors to use exemplary Environmental Education teaching methods. Participants will learn about a variety of teaching techniques, methods and instructional strategies; and the workshop will include multiple interactive components. This is a required workshop for all NC Environmental Education Certification candidates. This workshop may also count for Continuing Education for those educators who are already certified. This workshop is free to attend, although advance registration is required. Tickets for this event go online on Grandfather Mountain’s website April 13 at 10 a.m.

Whimsy in the Woods: Create Your Own Magical Mosaic Mushrooms

"Brighten up your garden or flower pots with a dash of handmade charm! In this creative two-session workshop, you will craft two unique, concrete mosaic mushrooms complete with hand-cut wooden stakes. This class is designed to support both newcomers and experienced crafters in the "magical" art of mosaic design.

Day one is all about the "tesserae"—selecting, breaking, and adhering your ceramic pieces to your mushroom forms. On day two, you’ll master the grouting process with custom color options. You’ll head home with two durable, outdoor-ready mosaic sculptures and the "knowledge of the craft" to apply mosaics to almost any surface!

When: Sat, June 13 (12:30–4:00 PM) & Sun, June 14 (12:30–2:30 PM)

Where: Art Room, BMCA (Please enter through the bottom back door)

Tuition: $100 (Includes all supplies; $5 discount for members)

Takeaway: Two finished mosaic mushrooms for outdoor use.

The word craft-itarianism was coined by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez to name artistic projects that generate employment, raise awareness, or offer therapeutic support through craft. These programs provide a space where people affected by addiction, incarceration, and gun violence can find solidarity while learning a skill.

Craft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft celebrates nonprofits and artists who believe in—and actively practice—the power of craft to support and empower individuals and communities.

This exhibition was curated by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez. Launched in 2017, the Curatorial Fellowship supports emerging curators exploring new ideas about craft with mentorship, professional development, and a $5,000 honorarium to realize an exhibition.

On view February 27, 2026–September 27, 2026.

The Greer Farmers Market is excited to invite the community back to Greer City park in 2026 for their 11th season in Greer.
Core Season: Each Sunday, 11AM-2PM, April 26-October 4.

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!

April 26: Grand Opening, Plant Swap
May 3: TBA
May 10: Mother's Day Picnic
May 17: Farm Day, Petting Zoo, Homestead/Homeschool Day
May 24: New in Town
May 31: Par-Tee on Trade + Plant Swap + National Gardening Week
June 7: Kids
June 14: Senior Vouchers
June 21: Father's Day
June 28: Plant Swap + Pollinator Week
July 5 - Cancel ---------CANCEL
July 12: Health Day
July 19 : Peach Cookoff
July 26 : Plant Swap + Watermelon Day
Aug 2: National Farmers Market Week
Aug 9: Back to School
Aug 16 : Clean Water Appreciation
Aug 23 : Community Resources
Aug 30 : Plant Swap
Sept 6: Sports
Sept 13: Mushrooms
Sept 20: Paint in the Park, En Plein Air
Sept 27: Plant Swap
Oct 4: Pumpkin Party

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.

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.

Named by The New Yorker as “one of the most distinctive guitar players of her generation”, Marissa Anderson toys with traditional compositions of blues, country and gospel, and sprinkles them with abstract electronics and elements of drone. Based in Portland, Anderson’s heavily improvised guitar work and experimental instrumenuntation have come to life on tour with Godspeed You! Black Emperor and during herNPR Tiny Desk Concert.

Join our intercultural summer day camps where children 6-12 years old explore music creation, international dance, music instrument building, and other forms of art in a joyful and supportive environment. Each child receives personal attention and a meaningful creative experience.