Flat Rock Playhouse’s first Studio 52 Family Friendly Production of 2019 is Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book which explores the adventures of a lost young boy in the jungles of India. This onstage adaptation of the literary classic features all the characters we love, Mowgli, Bagheera, and Baloo, as well as those we love to hate, Shere Kahn and Kaa. While Mowgli struggles to find his place in the world, young Rudyard Kipling also learns the challenges of growing up.…

The Art and Architecture Tours presented by the Arts Council of Henderson County reveal the secrets of Hendersonville hiding in plain sight. The 90-minute tours depart on Saturdays at 9:00 a.m. from in front of the Woodlands Gallery at 419 North Main Street. All tours are free of charge and no pre- registration is required. Dogs are welcome to accompany their well-behaved owners. Check the Arts Council of Henderson County website (acofhc.org) or walkthetown.com for all of the 2019 upcoming…

The Broadway Bootcamp Spring Showcase stars Asheville Community Theatre’s class of 12 to 17-year-olds in a cabaret style performance featuring solos, duets, trios and company numbers from the musical theatre songbook. Performed with children actors. Tickets $7.

When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth,…

When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth,…

When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth,…

When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth,…

Listen To This is a storytelling format in the vein of “This American Life,” Hosted by Local actor/comedian Tom Chalmers, where writers, performers, and local citizens are invited to share their own personal stories and songs, with each installment revolving around a central theme. Tickets $15. Held on the last Thursday of every month at the Asheville Community Theatre’s 35Below Black Box Theatre. Themes for each month are as follows: February 28: This is the Last Day of the Past…

When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth,…

Put down your smart phone and join us for National Take A Walk in a Park Day. Our Naturalist will lead several guided hikes throughout the day, we’ll have Kids in Parks onsite sharing information about their Track Trail Program, Fox Mountain Guides will be on site offering rock climbing experiences and other vendors will help you learn more about the ways you can enjoy getting outdoors. A portion of Park admission on this day will go to the Kids…

When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth,…

When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth,…

When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth,…

The annual Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Hendersonville Bluegrass to Back Concert series is back in 2019! This year's performances are: - Sunday, February 24 at 3pm: Vintage Vinyl plays music from the 60's and 70's - Sunday, March 31 at 3pm: Kevin Ayesh performs classical piano music - Sunday, June 16 at 3pm: The Hendersonville Swing Band, a 16-piece group, performs big band music Tickets: Suggested donation of $15, and may be purchased the Sunday prior to the show at…

We are lucky to have incredible Animal Educators to help us spread the word on the important roles they play in the Park. Join one of our Park Naturalists for an informal program where your family will love meeting some of our wilder teammates! Kids of all ages are sure to take home some fun facts and special memories. Then, grab a Track Trail brochure at the Animal Discovery Den and round out the day with a hike along our…

Spend an afternoon with the author of the delightful new installment of the beloved and New York Times bestselling Miss Julia series. When Miss Julia’s regular doctor goes on vacation with his wife, leaving a replacement in his stead, Miss Julia is immediately concerned. Never one to miss an opportunity to entertain–or size up–a newcomer, she invites the charming Dr. Don Crawford, and his painfully shy wife, Lauren, to dinner. While Miss Julia and Sam both note Lauren’s obvious lack…

When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth,…

Have a story to tell? We want to hear it. We invite you to listen and share each month in the new Hendo Story Club. Throw your name in the hat for a chance to tell your story relating to the theme of the night. Stories will be five-minutes long, true, and told live without notes. No one needs to be a professional writer, storyteller, or anything else to participate. First-time tellers are welcome and encouraged. If you are familiar…

When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth,…

Written by: A. R. Gurney Sylvia is a play premiered in 1995 Off-Broadway. The subject is "Sylvia", a dog, the couple who adopts her, and the comedy that results. A family in mid-life crisis. They’ve drawn a line in the sand: it is man vs wife…and their dog. Discover this love connection in an increasingly impersonal world. What could be funnier? What could be more full of heart? In this comedy. Sylvia, the dog, is played by a young woman.…

When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth,…

April 5-21, 2019 Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm; Sundays at 2:30 pm A journey into a world of complete illusion! All the familiar characters from Lewis Carroll’s famed Victorian fairy tale are here: Alice, The Mad Hatter, The White Rabbit, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, The Red Queen, The Cheshire Cat … and many more! Produced and reviewed on Broadway, this is considered the most successful dramatic version of Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass.

In An Iliad, poetry and humor, the ancient tale of the Trojan War and the modern world collide, set in the present day on an empty stage with a lone storyteller. Tickets $18. Held at the Asheville Community Theatre’s 35Below Black Box Theatre.

The Henderson County Tailgate Market is an open-air market that is held every Saturday morning from April through October, from 8am - noon, and gives locals and visitors alike an opportunity to meet and buy directly from local growers that operate small family farms in Henderson County. Located one block east of Main Street between 1st and 2nd Avenues.

Vintage Hendo is an indie vintage and handmade popup market in Hendersonville, NC featuring fun and unique vendors from Western NC and the Upstate of SC. There will be more than 50 vendors selling food, vintage items, jewelry, clothing, bath and body, candles, art, pottery, industrial, up-cycled and recycled, handmade and baby items. This event takes place on Locust Street in the Historic 7th Avenue district. Well-behaved, leashed dogs welcome!

Spring is for the birds! Dozens of species migrate through our area every spring as they head north. Join us to find how many different species you can see and hear that are making their way home. Don’t forget your binoculars. A Park bird list can be found here. This hike is considered easy- to- moderate. We love our visitors’ furry friends, but we do understand that some hike participants may consider animals a distraction on the trail. Pets are…

The Cradle of Forestry in America reopens for the 2019 season today! Opening day at The Cradle of Forestry celebrates Appalachian culture and heritage from the days of the Biltmore Forest School, so on this day, there will be demonstrations of open hearth cooking, laundry, blacksmithing, traditional music and games, and you can help plow the garden in the traditional way, using draft horses, plus check out the many other activities available at the Cradle of Forestry. This event is Included with the…

The Friends of Laurel Park will sponsor a dog walk and a “Furry Friends Meet & Greet” on Saturday, April 6th at the Rhododendron Lake Nature Park in Laurel Park. The dog walk will begin at 10AM. Walk the beautiful trails around the lake and surrounding area. From 10:30 - 2:00 visit with a host of local pet vendors including Blue Ridge Humane Society while sampling free dog treats. Remember—all furry friends are welcome, but they must be on a…

When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth,…

When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth,…

April 5-21, 2019 Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm; Sundays at 2:30 pm A journey into a world of complete illusion! All the familiar characters from Lewis Carroll’s famed Victorian fairy tale are here: Alice, The Mad Hatter, The White Rabbit, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, The Red Queen, The Cheshire Cat … and many more! Produced and reviewed on Broadway, this is considered the most successful dramatic version of Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass.

In An Iliad, poetry and humor, the ancient tale of the Trojan War and the modern world collide, set in the present day on an empty stage with a lone storyteller. Tickets $18. Held at the Asheville Community Theatre’s 35Below Black Box Theatre.

The Friends of Laurel Park will sponsor a dog walk and a “Furry Friends Meet & Greet” on Saturday, April 6th at the Rhododendron Lake Nature Park in Laurel Park. The dog walk will begin at 10AM. Walk the beautiful trails around the lake and surrounding area. From 10:30 - 2:00 visit with a host of local pet vendors including Blue Ridge Humane Society while sampling free dog treats. Remember—all furry friends are welcome, but they must be on a…

When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories. As Henrietta, in her free time, attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth,…

April 5-21, 2019 Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm; Sundays at 2:30 pm A journey into a world of complete illusion! All the familiar characters from Lewis Carroll’s famed Victorian fairy tale are here: Alice, The Mad Hatter, The White Rabbit, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, The Red Queen, The Cheshire Cat … and many more! Produced and reviewed on Broadway, this is considered the most successful dramatic version of Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass.

In An Iliad, poetry and humor, the ancient tale of the Trojan War and the modern world collide, set in the present day on an empty stage with a lone storyteller. Tickets $18. Held at the Asheville Community Theatre’s 35Below Black Box Theatre.

Part of the 2nd Sundays at the Center Series, Becky Stone brings to life Maya Angelou through the reading of her works, accompanied by jazz music from Leo Bjorlie and Friends. This event is in celebration of National Poetry Month and Jazz Appreciation Month.

The Ole Tyme Pickers play traditional bluegrass and country music. This local band is hosting free evenings of bluegrass and country music on the second and fourth Fridays of each month at the Big Willow Community Building. (Located behind Beulah Church.) Performances begin at 7pm. The entire community is welcome. Please join us for an evening of great music.

April 5-21, 2019 Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm; Sundays at 2:30 pm A journey into a world of complete illusion! All the familiar characters from Lewis Carroll’s famed Victorian fairy tale are here: Alice, The Mad Hatter, The White Rabbit, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, The Red Queen, The Cheshire Cat … and many more! Produced and reviewed on Broadway, this is considered the most successful dramatic version of Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass.

In An Iliad, poetry and humor, the ancient tale of the Trojan War and the modern world collide, set in the present day on an empty stage with a lone storyteller. Tickets $18. Held at the Asheville Community Theatre’s 35Below Black Box Theatre.

The Henderson County Tailgate Market is an open-air market that is held every Saturday morning from April through October, from 8am - noon, and gives locals and visitors alike an opportunity to meet and buy directly from local growers that operate small family farms in Henderson County. Located one block east of Main Street between 1st and 2nd Avenues.

The annual Tryon Block House Races are filled with spectators picnicking and participating in hats, pants, & tailgating contests. The Tryon Block House is the longest running steeplechase in North Carolina and four of the races are sanctioned the National Steeplechase Association. Held rain or shine. Info here: https://tryon.coth.com/page/blockhouseraces Tickets here: https://tryon.coth.com/tickets/steeplechase

The Chicken and the Egg is a lively shadow puppet play supporting classroom learning pertaining to life cycles and animal groups, and features reptiles, amphibians, mammals, fish and birds as they grow and reproduce. Tickets $7.

Hendersonville Swing Band Concert on April 13 The Hendersonville Swing Band invites lovers of the Big Band sound of the '30s, '40s, and '50s to join them "On the Sunny Side of the Street" at 3:00 PM on April 13, 2019 at Trinity Presbyterian Church on 900 Blythe Street in Hendersonville. Directed by trombonist/humorist Jerry Zink, the 17-piece Hendersonville Swing Band (hendersonvilleswingband.org) is a much-loved part of the Western Carolina music scene. This year's concert will benefit the Hendersonville Medical…

April 5-21, 2019 Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm; Sundays at 2:30 pm A journey into a world of complete illusion! All the familiar characters from Lewis Carroll’s famed Victorian fairy tale are here: Alice, The Mad Hatter, The White Rabbit, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, The Red Queen, The Cheshire Cat … and many more! Produced and reviewed on Broadway, this is considered the most successful dramatic version of Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass.

In An Iliad, poetry and humor, the ancient tale of the Trojan War and the modern world collide, set in the present day on an empty stage with a lone storyteller. Tickets $18. Held at the Asheville Community Theatre’s 35Below Black Box Theatre.

The 25th Silver Anniversary of America's favorite Big Band Musical comes to the Thomas Auditorium at Blue Ridge Community College. Presented by The Center, In The Mood promotes the memory of this era in American history when Swing was The Thing…a show that inspires audiences of all generations. IN THE MOOD is a celebration of the music of the 1930s and '40s - the Big Band era. It was the last time that all Americans were listening and dancing to…

The 25th Silver Anniversary of America's favorite Big Band Musical comes to the Thomas Auditorium at Blue Ridge Community College. Presented by The Center, In The Mood promotes the memory of this era in American history when Swing was The Thing…a show that inspires audiences of all generations. IN THE MOOD is a celebration of the music of the 1930s and '40s - the Big Band era. It was the last time that all Americans were listening and dancing to…

April 5-21, 2019 Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm; Sundays at 2:30 pm A journey into a world of complete illusion! All the familiar characters from Lewis Carroll’s famed Victorian fairy tale are here: Alice, The Mad Hatter, The White Rabbit, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, The Red Queen, The Cheshire Cat … and many more! Produced and reviewed on Broadway, this is considered the most successful dramatic version of Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass.

In An Iliad, poetry and humor, the ancient tale of the Trojan War and the modern world collide, set in the present day on an empty stage with a lone storyteller. Tickets $18. Held at the Asheville Community Theatre’s 35Below Black Box Theatre.

United States Dog Agility Association (USDAA) Dog Agility Trial, FENCE (Foothills Equestrian Nature Center), dogs jump hurdles, race through tunnels and climb over A-frames at high speed; Fri & Sat 8am-2pm, Sun 8am-12pm, free admission & spectators are welcome, please leave your dogs comfortably at home, Sponsored by Blue Ridge Agility Club, Tryon, NC http://blueridgeagility.com

April 5-21, 2019 Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm; Sundays at 2:30 pm A journey into a world of complete illusion! All the familiar characters from Lewis Carroll’s famed Victorian fairy tale are here: Alice, The Mad Hatter, The White Rabbit, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, The Red Queen, The Cheshire Cat … and many more! Produced and reviewed on Broadway, this is considered the most successful dramatic version of Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass.

In An Iliad, poetry and humor, the ancient tale of the Trojan War and the modern world collide, set in the present day on an empty stage with a lone storyteller. Tickets $18. Held at the Asheville Community Theatre’s 35Below Black Box Theatre.

The Henderson County Tailgate Market is an open-air market that is held every Saturday morning from April through October, from 8am - noon, and gives locals and visitors alike an opportunity to meet and buy directly from local growers that operate small family farms in Henderson County. Located one block east of Main Street between 1st and 2nd Avenues.

April 5-21, 2019 Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm; Sundays at 2:30 pm A journey into a world of complete illusion! All the familiar characters from Lewis Carroll’s famed Victorian fairy tale are here: Alice, The Mad Hatter, The White Rabbit, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, The Red Queen, The Cheshire Cat … and many more! Produced and reviewed on Broadway, this is considered the most successful dramatic version of Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass.

In An Iliad, poetry and humor, the ancient tale of the Trojan War and the modern world collide, set in the present day on an empty stage with a lone storyteller. Tickets $18. Held at the Asheville Community Theatre’s 35Below Black Box Theatre.

Celebrate the glory of Easter with song, scripture and spiritual music as a spectacular sunrise ascends over Lake Lure. Chimney Rock’s nondenominational Annual Easter Sunrise Service has become a legendary event in WNC, attracting more than 1,000 early risers from around the Southeast. Please Note: Due to the large number of guests who attend the service, no one can be admitted through the gate after 6am.

The Easter Rabbit makes his annual appearance on Biltmore's Front Lawn on Easter Sunday. Highlighting the day are the grand Easter Egg Hunts. Children 9 and younger may attend the hunt for free when accompanied by an estate pass holder or a ticketed adult.

April 5-21, 2019 Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm; Sundays at 2:30 pm A journey into a world of complete illusion! All the familiar characters from Lewis Carroll’s famed Victorian fairy tale are here: Alice, The Mad Hatter, The White Rabbit, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, The Red Queen, The Cheshire Cat … and many more! Produced and reviewed on Broadway, this is considered the most successful dramatic version of Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass.

In An Iliad, poetry and humor, the ancient tale of the Trojan War and the modern world collide, set in the present day on an empty stage with a lone storyteller. Tickets $18. Held at the Asheville Community Theatre’s 35Below Black Box Theatre.

Suggestion Box is a Crowd-Sourced Improvised Comedy event, presented by the Asheville School of Improv. Tickets $7 or $5 for students. Held at the Asheville Community Theatre’s 35Below Black Box Theatre.

Stones In His Pockets takes place in a scenic spot near small town in County Kerry which has been taken over by a Hollywood film crew. Charlie Conlan and Jake Quinn have been employed as extras on the film and tell the story of the impact this movie set has upon the local community. Charlie claims to be escaping the aftermath of a failed business venture and has great aspirations to get his own script made into a film. Jake…

Welcome back Nat Zegree! We fell in love with him as Jerry Lee Lewis in Million Dollar Quartet. He amazed us as Mozart in Amadeus. He delighted us all with his charm in Pickin’ and a Grinnin”. But He did not stop there! He also crafted THREE one man shows for us. His enthusiasm permeated the community as he shared his passion for music with us and reminded us all what a powerful role music plays in our everyday lives.…

Stones In His Pockets takes place in a scenic spot near small town in County Kerry which has been taken over by a Hollywood film crew. Charlie Conlan and Jake Quinn have been employed as extras on the film and tell the story of the impact this movie set has upon the local community. Charlie claims to be escaping the aftermath of a failed business venture and has great aspirations to get his own script made into a film. Jake…

Listen To This is a storytelling format in the vein of “This American Life,” Hosted by Local actor/comedian Tom Chalmers, where writers, performers, and local citizens are invited to share their own personal stories and songs, with each installment revolving around a central theme. Tickets $15. Held on the last Thursday of every month at the Asheville Community Theatre’s 35Below Black Box Theatre. Themes for each month are as follows: February 28: This is the Last Day of the Past…

ALL is FAIR in LOVE? Even MURDER??? That's the question posed by this hilarious Interactive/ Murder/Mystery/ Musical Comedy Welcome to the 1980's New York, Italian wedding reception of Angelica Pasquale and Francesco Giavanni. The guests arrive to celebrate the festive occasion and as the doors to the banquet hall open ... MURDER is on the MENU! And YOU SOLVE THE CRIME!!! Your dinner menu of 3 courses and dessert served family style includes: Caesar salad, pasta marinara, meatballs, chicken Francaise,…

The Ole Tyme Pickers play traditional bluegrass and country music. This local band is hosting free evenings of bluegrass and country music on the second and fourth Fridays of each month at the Big Willow Community Building. (Located behind Beulah Church.) Performances begin at 7pm. The entire community is welcome. Please join us for an evening of great music.

Stones In His Pockets takes place in a scenic spot near small town in County Kerry which has been taken over by a Hollywood film crew. Charlie Conlan and Jake Quinn have been employed as extras on the film and tell the story of the impact this movie set has upon the local community. Charlie claims to be escaping the aftermath of a failed business venture and has great aspirations to get his own script made into a film. Jake…

The Henderson County Tailgate Market is an open-air market that is held every Saturday morning from April through October, from 8am - noon, and gives locals and visitors alike an opportunity to meet and buy directly from local growers that operate small family farms in Henderson County. Located one block east of Main Street between 1st and 2nd Avenues.

The Art and Architecture Tours presented by the Arts Council of Henderson County reveal the secrets of Hendersonville hiding in plain sight. The 90-minute tours depart on Saturdays at 9:00 a.m. from in front of the Woodlands Gallery at 419 North Main Street. All tours are free of charge and no pre- registration is required. Dogs are welcome to accompany their well-behaved owners. Check the Arts Council of Henderson County website (acofhc.org) or walkthetown.com for all of the 2019 upcoming…