Let’s take it back to 2019

The current creative economy

• Music to Your Ears: The Band’s “Rock of Ages” | Wednesday, June 7 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Asheville Guitar Bar, 122 Riverside Dr., Asheville | $10 | Join Bob Hinkle in discussion about his life in music, including his involvement with The Band’s “Rock of Ages.”
• ATLiens | Wednesday, June 7 | 7-9:30 p.m. | Ginger’s Revenge- South Slope Lounge, 32 Banks Ave., Asheville | $15 | Hear 20 minute sets from Atlanta comedians Arden Campbell, Kenny Stempien, Reid Pegram, Shelley Gruenberg, and Tank Smith, with all sets being filmed.

• Whale of A Good Adoption Event | Thursday, June 8 | 5-7 p.m. | The Whale, 507 Haywood Rd. #10, Asheville | Free | Meet furry friends from Mountain Pet Rescue and enjoy a cold beer at this puppy adoption event.
• Survey Says | Thursday, June 8 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Hi-Wire Brewing - Biltmore Village, 2A Huntsman Pl., Asheville | Free | Gather a team for Asheville’s version of “Family Feud” — guess the number one answer to questions asked of 100 people.

• Hissing and Kissing | Friday, June 9 | 8-11 p.m. | DSSOLVR, 63 N. Lexington Ave., Asheville | Free | Celebrate Pride at this Twilight-themed party with food, drinks, and a photo booth.
• Declan McKenna | Friday, June 9 | 8 p.m. | The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Ave., Asheville | $30-$35 | See the indie-pop singer perform live, singing hits like “Brazil.”

• Art in the Park | Saturday, June 10 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Pack Square Park, Asheville | Free | Explore glass, ceramic, wood, jewelry, and metal artworks at this market showcasing handcrafted creations.
• My Beautiful World | Saturday, June 10 | 5-8 p.m. | AB Tech Conference Center, 16 Fernihurst Dr., Asheville | $10-$15 | Experience healing through an evening of visual and performing arts with Black youth from Umoja Health, Wellness, and Justice Collective’s HOPE 4 The Future Program, Urban Arts Institute, and Sister Soul Sessions.

• Restaurant Space Open House at 44 Depot St. in Marion | Tuesday, June 13 | 12-2 p.m. | 44 Depot St., Marion | Free | See this amazing commercial restaurant space for lease and enjoy beer, other non-alcoholic drinks, and locally-catered food — it’s the perfect opportunity to view the historic 120-year-old property.*

• Asheville City Schools announced Dr. Rick Cruz will no longer assume his position as superintendent. He announced in a video statement that he will remain in Houston to support a family member “experiencing a critical medical situation.” A new superintendent will be introduced during a board meeting Thursday, June 8. (WLOS)

• Chef Steven Goff of Tastee Diner shared his livermush sandwich recipe with Garden & Gun magazine. The storied local delicacy is made with pork liver, onions, beef broth, uncooked grits, and spices. You can also stop by Tastee Diner and order the sandwich there.

• Hall Fletcher and Lucy S. Herring Elementary School gardens have supplied The Hop with mint for two flavors of ice cream. The Bees Knees flavor uses mint, Haw Creek honey, and rose and lavender water, debuting on the menu Friday, June 9. The fresh mint chip flavor debuts Friday, July 7.

• Craggy Gardens Park is getting a makeover. The popular spot on the Blue Ridge Parkway is undergoing pavement renovations through June 21. Expect single lane traffic and half of the parking lot closed in the picnic area from today, June 7 to June 14. Plus, a full closure of the dome parking area June 20 + 21. (Asheville Citizen-Times)

• Madison County commissioners have approved a 10-year lease to the Veterans of Foreign Wars to build a veterans park. The park is planned for Marshall’s Medical Park Drive facility between the Sheriff’s Office and Hot Springs Health Program. (Asheville Citizen-Times)

• UNC Asheville welcomes New York Times foreign affairs columnist Thomas L. Friedman as the keynote speaker at Asheville Ideas Fest. Friedman’s talk, “The Big Trends Shaping the World Today: Economics, Technology, and Geopolitics,” takes place at the UNC Asheville Kimmel Arena on Friday, June 16 at 6 p.m. Reserve your spot.

• Asheville Museum of Science is hosting a variety of kids summer camps starting Monday, June 12. Children grades 1-5 are welcome to attend camps with themes like Mini Medics, Spy Kids, Backyard Biologists, and more. Register now.

• Strength training as we age helps increase the likelihood of maintaining muscle mass + bone density — and helps keep us healthy. Learn about the Y’s personal training sessions.*

• This quaint cottage in Black Mountain is situated on a quiet street close to downtown and 20 minutes from Asheville. The perfect starter home, downsized “next chapter” home, or investment property, it offers ample yard space for a garden — or for your pup to roam. Make it yours.*

• Turn misplaced keys into a thing of the past with the Apple AirTag. The button-sized tracking device can give you step-by-step directions to your lost keys (or phone…or wallet…) and has a battery life of one year. Pro tip: Put one in your checked luggage and never worry about lost baggage again.*

• Hey, moms + dads — we know having kids can impact your savings. This card is extra helpful to on-the-go families, offering 2% flat-rate cash rewards and a generous welcome bonus. Learn more.*

• Need to find your dad the perfect Father’s Day gift? You’re in luck. Check out gifts from our online store (Six & Main) that will make for a great surprise. From the outdoor explorer to the foodie dad, there’s a present for every type of father. Shop now.