Open Hearts Art Center Holiday Market
Dec
14
1:00 PM13:00

Open Hearts Art Center Holiday Market

“Join us on Saturday, December 14th, from 1 to 6 PM, and discover beautiful, handcrafted artwork and unique gifts created by our talented artists. From festive ornaments to one-of-a-kind treasures, you’ll find something special for everyone on your list.

Enjoy light refreshments as you shop, support local creativity, and spread holiday cheer. Don’t miss this festive event at Open Hearts Art Center on December 14th, from 1 to 6 PM.

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Ooh La La Market
Jul
6
9:00 AM09:00

Ooh La La Market

Creativity Abounds

Ooh La La Curiosity Market 


Our creative community has inspired artists for generations. Ooh La La Curiosity Market flourishes right in the heart of Downtown Asheville in Beautiful Pritchard Park. Dozens of Local Artists beautify the park on select Saturdays throughout the season with musicians performing throughout.

Raising funds and awareness for Animal Haven

Ooh La La Curiosity Market is not only a fabulous market for local artists it is also a fundraiser for Animal Haven, a no kill shelter in East Asheville​.  Animal Haven has a table at each market where you can meet & support them, learn about all the wonderful things they do in and around the community and buy a raffle ticket for the amazing raffle basket which is filled with all donated items from all the participating artists.  If you would like more information about Animal Haven or would like to make a donation visit them @ http://www.animalhavenofasheville.org/index.html

Performers

Ooh La La Curiosity Market also supports local musicians. We feature 3 local musicians at each market.  Time slots are 10:30, 12:30 and 2:30.  Please join us for one or all of the fabulous performances.  The park is a great place to eat your lunch or drink a coffee and enjoy your friends and the day!

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Art Exhibition
Jul
5
4:00 PM16:00

Art Exhibition

Exciting News! 

Open Hearts Art Center artists are thrilled to exhibit their incredible artwork at Harvest Records for the entire month of July! Join us for the opening reception on July 5th from 5-7pm to celebrate their talent and creativity. 

Come support our artists, enjoy beautiful art, and connect with our vibrant community. See you there!

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2nd Annual Trust Mountain Art Festival
May
25
11:00 AM11:00

2nd Annual Trust Mountain Art Festival

2nd Annual Trust Mountain Art Festival

Join us for our 2nd Annual Trust Mountain Art Festival on Saturday, May 25th, from 11am to 6pm.
30+ local artists will be showing and selling their art. Activities for kids and grown-ups, and lots to do and see!
The cafe will be OPEN with summer/fall hours and menu. That means truffle fries are back! ❤️
TWO live musical acts:
11:00-2:00 Vaden Landers and the Doe River Playboys
3:00-6:00 The Cinners

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Open Heart Center's Pop Up Market
May
11
3:00 PM15:00

Open Heart Center's Pop Up Market

🌸💖 Calling all art-lovers! Celebrate Mother’s Day with a splash of creativity at Open Hearts Art Center’s Pop-Up Market! Treat yourself, your mama, or someone sweet to unique artworks and handmade treasures that speak straight to the heart. You can also build your own paper flower bouquet! 💐✨

Saturday, May 11th 3pm-7pm

217 Coxe Ave, Asheville

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Grove Arcade in Bloom
May
4
12:00 PM12:00

Grove Arcade in Bloom

Spring is here, and the Grove Arcade is about to Bloom! We are excited to invite you to our upcoming spring extravaganza, Grove Arcade in Bloom at the iconic Grove Arcade on Saturday, May 4 from 12-4pm. 🌻🌼🌹Join us for…🌸 Instagrammable floral installations from Studio Flora Diva💐 A dried floral bouquet bar🩰 Performances by the Asheville Ballet🎻 Live cello and harp renditions of your favorite pop songs🌷 An orchid display from the WNC Orchid Society🍃 A pop-up shop from Art Garden🌿 A flower and plant pop-up with Lee’s One Fortune Farm at our outdoor Maker’s Market🍦 Free ice cream for the first 100 attendees from AppalachCream✨ Pop-ups from our Grove Arcade merchants 🍃 A pop-up shop from PlantHouse🍯 Honey tastings with Hoopers Creek Bee CompanyWe can’t wait to enjoy blooms, tunes, and magical spring vibes with you!

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ART FROM THE HEART
Mar
29
to May 12

ART FROM THE HEART

Art from the Heart: A Collaboration between Open Hearts Art Center and the UNCA Art Department!

The exhibition runs March 29th-May 12th, 2024, with a reception being held on Friday, April 12th, from 3-5pm at Owen Hall’s Window Gallery, UNCA

Curated by Cayla Ritchy

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Buncombe County Primary Election Day
Mar
5
6:30 AM06:30

Buncombe County Primary Election Day

Voters will now be asked to present a valid photo identification when voting in person. If you do not have a valid photo ID card, you may obtain one from your county board of elections prior to the election, through the end of the early voting period.

If you do not have a valid photo ID card on Election Day, you may still vote and have your vote counted by signing an affidavit of reasonable impediment (or "Photo ID Exception Form") as to why you have not presented a valid photo ID. The Exception Form can also be used if you have a religious objection to being photographed or are a victim of a recently declared natural disaster.

As an alternative, if you don’t have your ID when you vote, you can still vote and then bring your valid photo ID to your county board of elections by 5 p.m. on the ninth day after Election Day (or the sixth day after Election Day for September or October local elections)

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