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• ASAP’s CSA Fair | Friday, March 8 | 3-5:30 p.m. | YWCA of Asheville, 185 S. French Broad Ave., Asheville | Free | Talk to local farmers about their community supported agriculture options, enjoy food tastings and kids activities, and browse produce + products available for purchase.
• Skate Jam Clinics | Friday, March 8 | 5-8 p.m. | Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center, 121 Shiloh Rd., Asheville | $0-$3 | Get in a workout and a little fun while instructors spread the love of rollerskating — skating is all ages from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. and 16+ for the rest of the night.

• The Great Pottery Throwdown | Saturday, March 9 | 6-9 p.m. | Highland Brewing Company, 12 Old Charlotte Hwy., Ste. 200, Asheville | Free | Watch local potters (and some audience members) compete in wheel-throwing challenges to support All Together Art.
• Blue Ridge Jamboree: ON THE RISE | Saturday, March 9 | 7 p.m. | Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, 18 Biltmore Ave., Asheville | $15 | Musician and storyteller Josh Goforth will host the showcase of regional artists 25 and younger — proceeds benefit the Lynn Davis Scholarship Program.
• M A R & The Marmeladies, Billy Litz + Madelyne Ilana | Saturday, March 9 | 7 p.m. | Citizen Vinyl, 14 O’Henry Ave., Asheville | $15-$18 | Dance to M A R & The Marmeladies South American indie-folk sound, and enjoy vegan Peruvian cuisine from Limaq.

• Book Swap | Sunday, March 10 | 1-4 p.m. | The Whale, 507 Haywood Rd., #10, Asheville | Free | Bring a book and swap it for another one on the table — then enjoy your new read with a beer.
• A Literary Tasting | Sunday, March 10 | 2 p.m. | Battery Park Book Exchange, 1 Page Ave., Ste. 101, Asheville | Free | Monika Gross of At-A-Site Theater will offer personalized readings from various Fitzgerald writings, paired with epicurean tastings — tastings are an additional charge.

• Yoga in the Park | Monday, March 11 | 6-7 p.m. | Montford Park, Asheville | $14-$22 | Start your week with an outdoor flow led by Tara Eschroender and Crista Rose — exact location shared with registration.
• Financial Starters | Monday, March 11 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Dr. Wesley Grant Sr. Southside Community Center, 285 Livingston St., Asheville | Free | This workshop aims to bridge the racial divide in personal finance for teens and young adults, providing education on securing your financial future.

• At a Tuesday, March 5 meeting, Asheville City Schools announced that Lucy S. Herring Elementary School will close for the 2024-2025 school year while the more than 40-year-old school undergoes extensive renovations. Students and staff will relocate to the district’s other four elementary schools. (Asheville Citizen-Times)

• In February, the county announced that the Swannanoa Library would close in late June after $635,000 in building repairs were identified. But at its March 7 meeting, the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners voted to continue operations at the Swannanoa Library until a new location is chosen.

• It’s almost time to set the clocks forward. Daylight saving time begins on Sunday, March 10. Many states have made moves to address time change, but for now enjoy the extra sunlight.

• The City of Asheville has several vacancies on its boards and commissions, including: African American Heritage Commission, Historic Resources Commission, Planning and Zoning Commission, and the Public Art and Culture Commission. View meetings of the board you’re interested in before you apply by Sunday, April 28.

• Kala Brooks, Manager of the Thirsty Monk, was chosen as one of eight women worldwide to participate in an International Women’s Day brewing event in Belgium, creating a special brew for the occasion. You can get a taste of it today at Thirsty Monk’s downtown taproom from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

• James Beard Award-nominated baker (and new Ashevillian) Greg Mindel is hosting the Lost Flamingo pop-up at Citizen Vinyl. Browse the menu and stop by Thursday-Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., through the end of March. We have our eye on the mushroom tartine.

• Buckets + local beer is one of those pairings that just makes sense. If you find yourself downtown this weekend for the SOCON Basketball Tournament, we recommend a stop at Highland Brewing’s beautiful S+W Market taproom, sitting just a short walk from the conference.*

• National Solar Appreciation Day, a celebration of everyone’s favorite star + an opportunity to recognize the role of solar energy in shaping a greener future. Thanks to rebates and tax credits, home solar systems are more affordable than ever, and can pay for themselves in as little as three years.*

• The Academy Awards air this Sunday, March 10 at 7 p.m. Not sure how to watch? Access the broadcast with a free five-day trial of DIRECTV STREAM.*