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• Hatch 2.0 Grand Opening | Thursday, Mar. 30 | 4:30-7 p.m. | Hatch Innovation Hub, 45 South French Broad Ave., Asheville | Free | Enjoy food, drinks, and games while celebrating Hatch’s expanded office and coworking space.
• Tapas Pop-up | Thursday, Mar. 30 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Zellas Deli, 48 College St., Asheville | Free | Paulieboy Enterprises and Mamones Catered Experiences will prepare six small plates, which you can enjoy alongside a full bar + mezcaleria.

• Statem!nt AVL: Pop-up Adult Consignment Event | Friday, Mar. 31-Sunday, Apr. 2 | 10 a.m.-8 p.m. | Weaver House, 56 N Main St., Weaverville | Free | Shop from hundreds of closets in one place at this annual three-day consignment sale.
• RAIL Project Symposium | Friday, Mar. 31-Saturday, Apr. 1 | 8:06 p.m. | Reuter Center, 300 Campus View Rd., Asheville | Free | This symposium for the Railroad and Incarcerated Laborer Memorial Project features a keynote speech from Dr. Darin Waters, panels with historians, and an opportunity to tour memorial sites.

• Cellarest Dog Adoption Event | Saturday, Apr. 1| 1-4 p.m. | Cellarest Beer Project, 395 Haywood Rd., Asheville | Free | Meet a crew of adoptable dogs at this monthly event.

• Gentle Yoga for Queer & GNC Folks | Sunday, April 2 | 1:30-2:30 p.m. | West Asheville Yoga, 602 Haywood Rd., Asheville | $0-$20 sliding scale| This class is centered towards creating an affirming and inclusive space for queer and gender non-conforming individuals.

• Totally Rad Trivia | Monday, Apr. 3| 6-8 p.m. | Taproom At Highland Brewing Co., 12 Old Charlotte Hwy., Ste. 200, Asheville | Free | Impress your friends with your pop culture knowledge for the chance to win Highland Brewing gift cards.

• Cribbage Club | Tuesday, Apr. 4 | 5-7 p.m. | Burton Street Community Center, 134 Burton St., Asheville | Free | Both established cribbage players and folks looking to learn to play are welcome at the Burton Street Cribbage Club.

• Rainbow Inspiration-Generation Plus-Blue Ridge Pride | Wednesday, Apr. 5 | 12-12:30 p.m. | Asheville | Free | Be inspired by this series of spotlights on elder LGBTQ+ community leaders and influencers.

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• The Freeze of Asheville has reopened for the season. The old school soft-serve spot has served fun ice cream treats and other summer food since 1981. Its season typically runs from March to October. Stop by daily at 1091 Patton Avenue, from 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

• Curious what’s next for the former Harvest Pizzeria building on the South Slope? Archetype Brewing may be opening its third location in the vacant space. The brewery is still in the early phases of this process. We’ll be sure to update you as more details unfold. (Asheville Citizen-Times)

• $125,000. That’s how much money MADE X MTNS will contribute to a new Outdoor Equity Fund. These funds will support community-led initiatives in WNC that address barriers to outdoor recreation access and opportunity. Organizations can apply starting Monday, April 17, with a deadline of Wednesday, May 17. Learn more.

• ArtsAVL is launching a new art trolley that will connect downtown Asheville with the River Arts District. Connect Trolley will kick off Saturday, April 8, with rides circulating on 20-30 minute intervals every second Saturday from 12-8 p.m.

• The American Museum of the House Cat will reopen on Saturday, April 1 at a new location in Sylva. The new spot will continue its mission of sharing the history of cats with plenty of memorabilia, including arcade games, cat clocks, and even “mummified felines.” (Mountain Xpress)

• Army Air Corps veteran Julian Palien, who served in World War II, celebrated his 100th birthday this week. The Weaverville resident gathered with friends and family at Weaverville Methodist Church Fellowship Hall for this momentous occasion. (Asheville Citizen-Times)

• Itching to try something new? Registration is now open for Warren Wilson College’s Mountain Term adult courses. Welcoming all experiential lifelong learners, the week-long courses include creative writing, blacksmithing, Appalachian studies, fine woodworking, and more. Priority registration ends Saturday, April 15, but many classes fill up sooner. See classes + register.*

• This historic building for lease in the growing depot district in downtown Marion offers a restaurant space ready to complete, ample on-site parking with potential for outdoor space + an interior with hardwood floors, high ceilings, large windows and all of the charm expected of a 120-year-old structure. See the space.*

• If your vacuum isn’t picking up dirt and debris like it used to, it may be time for a new one. This handheld Shark vacuum is lightweight, cordless, and highly rated on Amazon. Or splurge on the Dyson V11 Cordless Vacuum that sucks up particles as small as allergens and bacteria.
• Are your kids ready for springtime family photos? Our online store (Six & Main) features Ducks and Drakes, a children’s clothing company with tall kids at the heart of its style and designs. Shop the perfect fit now.