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Queer Calendar For Weekend 2/21

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  • This Friday at 7pm join Hendersonville Pride at Hendersonville’s newest line dancing bar! Honeysuckle Holler is the only dedicated country dance bar in Western North Carolina 101 E Allen St. Suite 101, Hendersonville
  • This and every Saturday, drag shows starting at 11pm and midnight at O.Henrys. 
  • Sunday February 23 at 1:30 PM Gentle Yoga for Queer Folks. This gentle yoga class is centered towards creating an affirming and inclusive space for queer individuals. Located at West Asheville Yoga on Haywood Road. Admission is free.
  • Wednesday February 26 from 12 to 2 pm Generation Plus Thrive Lunch and Learn. Located at the Blue Ridge Pride Center. LGBTQIA2S+ elders (55+) are invited to join us for a free lunch and learn. Amorous Gardner will be leading a workshop on Deathcare and Advanced Care Planning in the LGBTQIA2+ community. RSVP at https://www.blueridgepride.org/generation-plus#GenPlusRSVP.
  • LGBTQ+ Resource Centers & Community Spaces Hosted by Blue Ridge Pride, Campaign for Southern Equality, and Tranzmission.  
    • Monday Resources can be found at Blue Ridge Pride Resource Center, 2 – 6 PM 1330 Patton Avenue, Suite A Food, baby supplies, hygiene supplies, pet food, cold weather items, apply for direct financial assistance
    • Tuesday resources hosted by Tranzmission Resource Center, 4 – 6 PM – Food pantry, household items, clothing closet, and application for microgrants. Email info@tranzmission.org for location
    • Wednesday resources hosted again by Blue Ridge Pride Resource Center, 12 – 4 PM 
    • Thursday resources hosted by Campaign for Southern Equality Supply & Resource Center, 11 AM – 5 PM (Happens once a month, Re-opens 1/23) 20 Oak Street, Asheville (downtown). Each month: Health, hygiene and wellness supplies (including binders, menstrual products, make up); winter clothing; household items; support navigating LBTQ+ friendly resources
    • Friday & Saturday resources hosted again by Tranzmission Resource Center, 4 – 6 PM

Looking ahead:

  • Thursday February 27 at 5:30 pm Pitch, please! A speed networking event for queer professionals. Located at New Belgium Brewing on Craven St. This event is presented by WNC Queer Professionals, sponsored by Blue Ridge Pride, and hosted by Drag King Milo mawhile. This event welcomes all professionals, whether you’re a small business owner, artist, a performer, or looking for new opportunities. Admission is free, though registration is required. You can find the registration link on their Facebook event labeled Pitch, Please.-
  • Friday, February 28th, 8-10pm Tina & Her Pony  will play a full band show at Eda’s Hide-a-way 1098 New Stock Rd, Weaverville starting at 8pm for fun, for the love of live music, and for queer community!

much further ahead –

    • Sunday March 2nd The annual Asheville Mardi Gras parade is happening on South Slope in downtown Asheville. More details about the step off location will be announced closer to the date.
    • Song-O Drag Music Bingo is at The Mule at Devil’s Foot on Friday, March 7 starting at 7 pm. Enjoy silly drag-stravaganza with brews and a musical twist on bingo. Reserve your spot on EventBrite.
    • Hold the date for Hendersonville PFLAG Fundraiser on Sunday March 9th because they’re bringing one of our favorite queer bands, Palmyra. This will be a 5:30pm event at Continuum ART in Hendersonville
    • Eyes Up Here Comedy and Modelface Comedy presents AVLGBTQ, a transgender and nonbinary comedy showcase on Thursday, March 13 at 7 pm at LaZoom’s Room Bar and Gorilla. They will have a showcase of hilarious femme comedians from all over the country. Tickets on sale now on Event Brite for $12. You must be 18 or older to attend.
  • Thursday, March 13 from 7 to 8 pm. Daddy’s Big Gay Trivia Night at O’Henry’s in Asheville. Join us for Daddy’s Big Gayb Trivia Night. This adult-themed event promises to be a spankin’ good time with hilarious trivia questions, multiple choice, unscrambling words, and more. Whether you’re a trivia master or just looking for a night of laughter and fun, bring your friends, partner, or come solo and join a team.
  • Saturday, March 15 from 4 to 7 pm. Kickoff Kiki at Olde London Road English Pub located on Depot Street. Join Q-Hall for Kickoff Kiki, a night of women’s soccer, queer community, and great vibes. Mixer at 4 and game at 5. Admission is free.
  • Sunday, March 16 at 11 am St. Paddy’s Day Brunch, a drag show.Times for brunch are 11 am at 1 pm. The location of this event is The Hideaway located on Broadway St. This will be a fundraiser for the Tzedek Social Justice Fund, a fund which redistributes money, resources, and power to support systems change and community healing in Asheville. You can find tickets at www.AshevilleDragBrunch.com
  • Friday, March 21, from 8 to 9 pm. Drag Karaoke – Divine’s Karaoke Kiki at Dalton Distillery. Divine’s Karaoke Kiki is singing with a twist, hosted by a comedy drag queen. Enjoy the interaction-packed show as she toasts and roasts the singers.
  • Saturday, June 7 from 8 to 10 pm Eyes Up Here Comedy Pride Month Edition. Modelface Comedy presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge. This is a night featuring all femme comedians and this month we have a special show featuring comedians from Asheville and around the South East and this month we are celebrating Pride Month. Hosted by local favorite Danny Felix. Ages 18+. Doors at 7:30 pm and show at 8 pm. Tickets are $18 and $23 for premium seating (front three rows). Tickets are available on Eventbrite.
  • Saturday, June 7 from 12 to 5 Hendersonville Pride Festival
  • Sunday, June 22. Comedian Fortune Feimster is making her way on Asheville’s Harrah’s Cherokee stage! You’ve seen her on Netflix’s Is It Cake, her own comedy specials, and in movies like FUBAR, The Standups, and the Mindy Project. Tickets are live now. 
  • June 27 to 29 Haywood’s second annual Haywood Pride on Main. If you are interested in volunteering and making a difference, find the Google Form on Haywood Pride on Main Facebook page.

 

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