Farthest Distance to Roll a Coin

• Ashevillian Alex Jarbo set this record on July 22, 2018, by rolling a coin 79 ft. and 4 in. For reference, that’s about the length of two LaZoom buses.

Largest Gathering of Elvis Impersonators

• Back in July of 2014, 895 folks gathered at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort dressed in white jumpsuits, wigs, glasses, and belts. The crowd delivered a rousing cover of the King’s classic hit, “Can’t Help Falling In Love” before being presented with the official Guinness World Record.

Most People Hugging Soft Toys Simultaneously

• Achieved by Smoky Mountain High School in nearby Sylva on Valentine’s Day 2020, this record-breaking event saw 835 people people hug stuffed animals at once as a way to boost morale and collect toy donations.

Largest Collection of Coca-Cola Memorabilia

• Debbie Indicott of Lenoir (Editor Brook’s hometown) owns a whopping 2,028 items including vintage Coke storage crates, National Geographic adverts, and Santas.

The World’s Heaviest Male Twins

• Due to pituitary gland damage, by adulthood Hendersonville natives Billy and Benny McCrary weighed 743 lbs. and 723 lbs., respectively. The twins went on to become wrestlers that performed under the name the McGuire Twins. See them in action.

Most Soccer Passes in One Minute by a Pair

• Ashevillians Andrew Lawrence and Ben Chapal set this record in July 2019 with 115 passes in just 60 seconds.

Longest Kayak Stern Stall

• Asheville resident Scott Darby set the record for the longest kayak stern stall in July 2022 at 9 minutes and 59 seconds.

• St. Patrick’s Nightmare | Friday, Mar. 17-Saturday, Mar. 18 | Times vary | DSSOLVR, 63 N. Lexington Ave., Asheville | Free | Kick off St. Patrick’s Day weekend with sour apple jello shots, shamrock slushies, Gunther’s Nightmare craft beer, scary movies, and food truck eats.
• “Liberación Lingüística For All,” Lecture by José Medina | Friday, Mar. 17 | 3-4 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Register in advance for this virtual discussion on bilingual education advocacy from educational consultant José Medina.
• St. Patty’s Makers Market | Friday, Mar. 17 | 3-7 p.m. | French Broad Brewing, 101 Fairview Rd., Asheville | Free | Celebrate St. Patty’s and shop from local artists and vendors.
• The Vagina Monologues | Friday, Mar. 17 | 7 p.m. | The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Ave., Asheville | $25-$35 | All of the proceeds of this iconic production’s ticket sales go to support local nonprofit Helpmate of Asheville.

• Therapeutic Slow Flow Yoga | Saturday, March 18 | 10-11 a.m. | Mount Inspiration Apparel, 444 Haywood St., Asheville | $0-$15 suggested donation | All bodies are welcome at this class, which explores meditation, breathwork, and movement.
• Spring Equinox – Reiki & Sound Event | Saturday, Mar. 18 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | One World Brewing West, 520 Haywood Rd., Asheville | $18 | Ring in spring with a sound healing and reiki experience — tea and taro will follow the ceremony.
• Bowl For Kids’ Sake Haywood County | Saturday, Mar. 18 | 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Sky Lanes, 1477 Patton Ave., Asheville | $50-$250 | Have a blast bowling and raising money for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Haywood County.

• French Cooking | Sunday, Mar. 19 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Asheville Mountain Kitchen, 332 E. Sondley Dr., Asheville | $85 | Experience culinary joie de vivre while learning to make onion soup, coq au vin, buttered green beans, and crepe Suzette.
• 2023 UNC Asheville Annual Pi(e) Run | Sunday, Mar. 19 | 3:14 p.m. | UNC Asheville Quad, 1 University Heights, Asheville | $10-$20 | Run or walk (or skip or trot) 3.14-miles in honor of Pi Day at this annual fun run.

• Totally Rad Trivia | Monday, March 20-Monday, April 17 | 6-8 p.m. | Taproom At Highland Brewing Co., 12 Old Charlotte Highway, Ste. 200, Asheville | Free | Impress your friends with your pop culture knowledge for the chance to win Highland Brewing gift cards.
• UNC Asheville welcomes United States Poet Laureate Ada Limón | Monday, Mar. 20 | 7-9 p.m. | Blue Ridge Room, Highsmith Student Union, 1 University Hts, Asheville | Free | Enjoy an evening of poetry with the United States’ 24th Poet Laureate Ada Limón.

• Congaree National Park | Hike the boardwalk + trails (or take in the views from a kayak or canoe).
• Dreher Island State Park | Camp out on the shores of Lake Murray in a cabin, tent, or RV.
• Three Rivers Greenway | Bike, walk, or jog along this 15.5-mile (and growing) riverfront trail system. *

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• Gourmand opens its doors inside the S&W Market tomorrow. The cheese, charcuterie, and wine shop will replace the Highland Brewing Co. kiosk on the first floor. Tres bien, indeed.

• The City of Asheville has several vacancies for its Boards & Commissions, including: Audit Committee, Homeless Initiative Advisory Committee, and Neighborhood Advisory. Applications for this month are due Sunday, April 2. Heads up: after April, applications will deviate from the traditional monthly deadline.

• The City of Asheville is seeking input on its Nasty Branch Greenway history and sign project. The city is gathering first-person memories of the neighborhood through a survey that will close Saturday, April 1. Folks can also give input by phone at (828) 232-4564 or email. (WLOS)

• Jettie Rae’s will host a Crawfish Boil Sunday, April 2. Occurring at two different times — 12:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. — the ticketed event includes an unlimited Louisiana-style crawfish boil with andouille sausage, okra, corn on the cob, and potatoes. Beer + wine will be available a la carte.

• The Haywood County Chamber of Commerce + Haywood County government are surveying Haywood Co. businesses possibly impacted by the Canton paper mill’s closure. The six-question survey, conducted by local economist Tom Tveidt, aims to determine how far-reaching the impact will be. Complete the survey. (Smoky Mountain News)

• Pisgah Legal Services’ An Evening for Kids Deserve Justice event returns to the Salvage Station on Wednesday, May 31 from 4:30-7 p.m. The second annual event will include live music, local bites + drinks, and a silent auction. Proceeds will support children in the community. Get tickets.

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