Community Calendar

Pour a drink and duck for cover — domestic bliss is about to get messy.

Meet Felix: impeccably pressed, emotionally distressed, and suddenly single. Meet Oscar: charmingly rumpled, habitually late, and blissfully allergic to coasters. When Felix moves in with his old pal Oscar after a marital meltdown, neatness meets nonsense, and the sparks fly.

Ashtrays overflow, tempers flare, and laughter fills the living room in Neil Simon’s effervescent comedy of friendship, forgiveness, and the fine art of driving each other crazy.

The Odd Couple is a classic cocktail of chaos and charm. Proof that opposites attract… so long as they don’t share a kitchen.

Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

Embark on an epic musical adventure with SYMPHONY OF THE SHIRE, featuring beloved music from The Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, Hook, World of Warcraft, Chronicles of Narnia, and more. Western Piedmont Symphony brings these iconic worlds to life in a fantasy-filled evening of excitement, nostalgia, and wonder. Costumes, cosplay, and Renaissance-inspired attire are encouraged.

Fans know the Copeland sound - an alt amalgam blending electronic and symphonic music
with hard pop. An ever-evolving “dreamo” band, Copeland bridges the gaps between emo, indie rock, and ambient rock.

Enjoy a restful afternoon by the old mill stream at the Francis Grist Mill while you enjoy music by the Blue Ridge Big Band!
Six Pigs BBQ will be on hand with their delicious Western North Carolina style BBQ, Mama Moody's fried pies will be here with their delicious treats and Crafters will be displaying and selling their handmade items.

All throughout September, guests are invited to join the mountain’s naturalists as they count and celebrate the annual spectacle of fall raptor migration. Participants can observe the migration from viewing locations on Linville Peak (across the Mile High Swinging Bridge) and Half Moon Overlook (the first major overlook when entering the park). Included with admission.

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.

Join us at Ignite Jewelry Studios in downtown Asheville for a hands-on brass and silver bracelet workshop. You’ll choose your design, then solder (yep with a torch), sand, polish, and more. By the end, you’ll leave feeling rather accomplished, having created your own piece using traditional metalsmithing tools and techniques—all guided by a skilled instructor. This is a great couples activity, unique bachelorette experience, team building event, or solo excursion in downtown AVL. *Workshop takes 2.5 hours +/- **Ages 12-14 A parent/guardian must sign safety waiver and also take the workshop ***Ages 15-17 must have a parent or guardian sign the safety waiver $185/person

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.

What roles do magic, animism, and spirituality play in our movements for liberation? What roles have they played historically? Why are some ideas hidden, suppressed by the State? How do we harness these ideas for both personal transformation & collective liberation?

Participants in this community-led group will discuss these questions and more! This is a space for deepening both political and spiritual practices. At the September gathering, participants will discuss Dancing with the Devil By Krista K. Thomason, a book that a Firestorm collective member described as having done more for them "than months of DBT." (Use promo code SACRED to save 10% at checkout.)

"What do envy, contempt, anger, and Schadenfreude have in common? According to Krista K. Thomason, we think they are the weeds in our garden, there to destroy life instead of encouraging growth. Thomason argues that this is the wrong way to think about bad feelings. In this accessible apologia, she offers up a defense of negative emotions. Using the work of philosophers like Mary Wollstonecraft, Nietzsche, and Confucius as a guide, she claims we should resist trying to control bad feelings and instead listen to and interrogate them. If we do so, we will discover that bad feelings can aid rather than inhibit a flourishing life. This is a book that skillfully convinces us to celebrate our wild emotions."—Myisha Cherry, author of The Case for Rage

The rock-inspired “Frock of Ages” Drag Show is turning up the volume on Sunday, September 13 at 1:00 p.m. at New Belgium Brewing. This free, all-ages event brings together Asheville’s most dynamic drag performers for an afternoon of big hair, bold looks, and rock-and-roll revelry. Food and beverages will be available for purchase on-site, with proceeds benefiting the Asheville Poverty Initiative. Admission is free, but advance reservations are required at www.AshevilleDragBrunch.com.

Hosted by the sensational Calcutta, “Frock of Ages” celebrates the legendary sounds and unapologetic style of rock and roll—with a fabulous drag twist. Expect powerhouse performances, glam-rock attitude, and enough rhinestones to outshine a stadium spotlight. Guests are encouraged to break out the leather, lace, and concert-worthy looks, and prepare to rock out with a cast ready to leave the audience calling for an encore.

Produced by Bearded Lady Productions 501(c)3. For more information and tickets visit https://BeardedLadyProductions.org