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• LEAF Retreat | Thursday, May 11-Sunday, May 14 | Times vary | Lake Eden, 377 Lake Eden Rd., Black Mountain | $186-$262 | The lineup includes musicians such as The Headhunters and Arise Roots — plus workshops, panel discussions + other culture-focused activities.
• The FABBA Show | Thursday, May 11 | 8-10 p.m. | The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Ave., Asheville | $25 | The official International ABBA Fan Club calls them the “best ABBA since ABBA,” which is really all you need to know.

• Brews and Bears | Friday, May 12 | 5:30-8 p.m. | WNC Nature Center, 75 Gashes Creek Rd., Asheville | $10-$20 | Watch black bears Uno and Ursa while enjoying the nature center after hours (with the option of getting an adult beverage).
• Movies in the Park | Friday, May 12 | 8-10:30 p.m. | Pack Square Park, 80 Court Plaza, Asheville | Free | Kick off this summer tradition with a screening of “DC League of Super-Pets.”
• Natura a Colori Opening Reception | Friday, May 12 | 5-7 p.m. | North Carolina Glass Center, 140 Roberts St., Asheville | Free | This show features a wide range of glass fusing techniques from glass artists Kim Adams and Mary Lightner.

• Mother’s Day Wine Tasting & Pairing | Saturday, May 13 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | plēb urban winery, 289 Lyman St., Asheville | $95 | The NC Wine Academy highlights six wines over a five-course meal of watermelon salad, garlic shrimp, pappardelle, and more.
• Bake Sale for Ukraine | Saturday, May 13 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Pink Dog Creative Suite 101, 344 Depot St., Asheville | Free | Shop for Gorishki, Kiev cake, Plyazok, and other Ukrainian treats — proceeds support the UNWLA Humanitarian Aid Fund for Ukraine.
• Trial to Table Spring Celebration | Saturday, May 13 | 1:30-4 p.m. | The Mule, 131 Sweeten Creek Rd., Asheville | $25-$100 | Sample creative and delicious food made from root and alternative seed flours as part of the Utopian Seed Project.
• ALT ASO @ Salvage Station with Kishi Bashi | Saturday, May 13 | 7 p.m. | Salvage Station, 468 Riverside Dr., Asheville | $45 | Featuring Kishi Bashi — a folk-infused, cinema-inspired artist known the world over — this ALT ASO performance doubles as the festival opener for Asheville Amadeus 2023.*

• Ladies Who Brunch takeover Mothers’ Day! | Sunday, May 14 | 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. | Botanist & Barrel Tasting Bar + Bottle Shop, 32 Broadway St., Asheville | $10-$75 | Reserve a seat for an a la carte meal made by a trio of brunch queens.
• Tacos & Tulips Mother’s Day Brunch | Sunday, May 14 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Taco Boy West Asheville, 521 Haywood Rd., Asheville | Free | Taco Boy is taking reservations for brunch, offering families the chance to treat Mom to breakfast tacos, Bloody Marias, mimosas, and more — call (828) 370-TACO to reserve a table (Mother’s Day only).*

• Year-round mountain views
• A main-floor primary suite
• Quartz counter tops
• 25-ft cathedral ceilings
• A covered deck + level yard
• RV parking with power
• Short-term rental allowance*

• The City of Asheville’s proposed budget for 2023-2024 is out. It totals $239.7 million, which is a $22.1 million increase from last year. See the full budget breakdown ahead of the public hearing on Tuesday, May 23. Asheville City Council plans to tentatively adopt the budget on June 13.
• The Reed Creek Greenway Expansion project has taken a step forward. This week, Asheville City Council approved a $50,000 feasibility study to explore upgrading two underdeveloped sections of the greenway at the intersection of WT Weaver Blvd. + Broadway and the southern section that starts at Elizabeth St.

• Pack Square Collection is putting on its inaugural Bluegrass & Brews event on Saturday, May 20 on the rooftop of the Pack Square Parking Garage. The free event runs 2-5 p.m., featuring performances from three local bluegrass bands, plus plenty of beer and pretzels.

• Now that it’s spring, the Blue Ridge Parkway is beginning to reopen in many sections. See which picnic areas, campgrounds, and visitor centers will be open soon. (Asheville Citizen-Times)

• Spice up your hot chicken with a smattering of live music at Rocky’s Hot Chicken Shack. Starting Thursday, May 18, the Sweeten Creek location will host a weekly rotation of local bands as part of its Wings & Strings series. The music runs 6:30-8:30 p.m. every Thursday through August 31.

• Those who were eager to see the first Montford Park Players show of the season will have to wait a few more days. The premiere of “Wendy & Peter” has been postponed to Friday, May 26 due to construction delays on a new stage. See the updated schedule.

• Curious about what rights you have as a tenant? Check out one of the four upcoming workshops from Just Economics and Pisgah Legal Services. The first one takes place today, May 11 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at East Asheville Library, with another virtual one on Thursday, May 18. (Mountain Xpress)

• Devil’s Foot Beverage Co. has launched a new zero proof beverage line, featuring seven non-alcoholic canned drinks made in collaboration with craft breweries throughout the south. Flavors include a Negroni-inspired craft soda and sparkling “Razz Lemonade.” Find them at The Mule and via distributors in the Carolinas and Georgia.

• Calling all small business shoppers — we’re looking to highlight your favorites for Asheville’s Small Business Week celebration, which runs from Monday, May 15 to Friday, May 19. We’re looking for food + bev, retail, arts, real estate, plants, services, and everything in between. Nominate one (or a few).

• In recognition of National Nurses Week, we’d like to celebrate the nurses whose hearts for the community extend inside and outside the hospital walls. See the amazing things Mission Health’s nurses do to improve the community — and how Asheville nurses can join their heroic team.*

• World Cocktail Day is this Saturday, May 13, and we’re helping you celebrate with the help of our online shop (Six & Main). Mix things up with flavorful drinks from Simple Time Mixers and satisfying syrups from Portland Syrups. Cheers.

• How does Going work? Sign up for free, follow up to five airports, and get notified when flights are 40-90% off. Bonus: You can browse deals immediately after signing up (like a ~$575 round trip to Fiji).*

1. Perform with the Opal String Quartet on Tuesday, May 16, as part of the Asheville Chamber Music Series
2. At two Young People’s Concerts on Friday, May 19
3. Meet with Asheville Symphony Music Director Darko Butorac on Friday, May 19, for a Symphony Talk
4. Solo in the festival finale, “Masterworks 7: Béla Fleck & Americana,” on Saturday, May 20, 8 p.m. at the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium*