GO: Public Star Gaze
Bring your family or fiends and enjoy and experience the night sky together! The gate code for observatory road will be posted prior to the event at astroasheville.org. Bring a friend, dress warmly, and get ready to look up!
Grassland Mountain Observatory | 2892 Grassland Pkwy, Marshall, NC 28753
Friday, February 6th | 6 PM - 9 PM
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EAT: Hole Doughnuts
Hole Doughnuts is a must-stop local spot for fresh, made-to-order doughnuts. From classic flavors to unique twists, there’s something for everyone. Grab a few (or a dozen!) and enjoy a PennyCup Coffee while you wait!
Open: Thursday - Monday | 8 AM - 1 PM
168 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
DRINK: Peri Social House
Peri Social House’s Cocktail and Coffee Bar is the perfect spot to unwind. Enjoy locally crafted draft beers, delicious cocktails and and over a wide assortment of bottled wines—all in a warm, cozy, and inviting atmosphere!
Open:
- Monday | 8 AM - 9 PM
- Wednesday & Thursday | 8 AM - 9 PM
- Friday & Saturday | 8 AM - 10 PM
- Sunday | 12 PM - 8 PM
406 W State St, Black Mountain, NC 28711
LISTEN: 3rd Annual Black Storytellers - A Black History Month Celebration
“Join us for our 3rd Annual Black Storytellers event, an evening dedicated to honoring Black voices, stories, and creative expression in celebration of Black History Month. This year, we are spotlighting the power of storytelling through literature and live performance, featuring authors and artists whose work reflects the depth, resilience, and lived experiences of Black communities.”
YMI Cultural Center | 39 S Market St, Asheville, NC 28801
Friday, February 6th | 5 PM - 8 PM
ARTS: The Little Crafty
“A new, intimate pop-up craft market celebrating regional artists, nature-inspired making, and the creative spirit of WNC. It will feature a carefully curated group of around 20 artists whose work draws inspiration from the natural world, including botanicals, landscapes, wildlife and the handmade traditions of the Blue Ridge.”
North Carolina Arboretum | 20 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC 28806
Sat. Feb. 7th & Sun. Feb. 8th | 1 PM - 6 PM
VOLUNTEER: Art and Craft Club - Reynolds Middle School
“Explore 2D and 3D art through painting, drawing, sculpture and other mediums, and engage in hands-on crafts like collage, fiber arts, and more. Projects based on student interests, encourages creativity and self-expression”
Scan the QR code to learn more about volunteering.
COMMUNITY: Love in Bloom Valentine’s Market
“Ross Farm Greenhouses is throwing the most adorable, cannot-miss Valentine's Market of the season! – With hand-curated local artisans, delicious bites that'll make your taste buds swoon, and a super cutesy, charming Valentine's shopping experience in our beautiful greenhouses! But wait—it gets BETTER. We have a HIGHLAND COW KISSING BOOTH. – Come get smooches and snuggles from the fluffiest, most lovable cows you've ever seen.”
Ross Farm Greenhouses | 91 Holbrook Rd, Candler, NC 28715
Saturday, February 7th | 12 PM - 4 PM