Hello Tuesday.
April 23 2024 |
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We’re feeling pretty sweet (or should we say saline), after surrounding ourselves with 30 tons worth of pure pink salt, plus a private hammam steam room, at the Asheville Salt Cave (16 N. Liberty St.).
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These salts are from the Himalayan Mountains and the Dead + Celtic seas. I Photo by AVLtoday |
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First things first: What’s a salt cave?
Though caves vary, a salt cave is generally comprised of sea salt bricks and a ground made up of a looser salt. Salt caves often include fireplace-like areas made of salt stones + salt rock lamps. The ceiling is strung with twinkle lights, and a soft orange glow permeates the room, creating a spa-like setting. The caves feature zero-gravity chairs or soft floor cushions for lounging, along with dim lights + soft, ambient music that make relaxation easy.
Why visit a salt cave?
The salt-infused air has drying effects that are said to help reduce inflammation, boost respiratory function, and support the clearing of toxins from the body. Additionally, salt crystals release 84 trace elements + minerals that support our body’s balance and well-being. Plus, lounging in a dimly lit room with soothing sounds and no electronic devices is incredibly relaxing — especially when you follow it up with some hammam time.
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The hammam is a calming oasis. I Photo by AVLtoday |
What’s hammam?
A public steam room inspired by Turkish + Moroccan bathing traditions, hammam is designed to purify our body’s largest organ: skin. You’re given a small bowl with a piece of soap and a Turkish towel. After entering the heated room (gorgeously decorated with copper basins + tile mosaics) and getting warm and sweaty, you use the soap to wash your body and the towel exfoliate and detoxify your skin.
Our verdict?
Afterwards, we marveled at the miracle of physics because we felt like weightless jelly. While both experiences were fantastic on their own, we recommend doing them in tandem for a wholly rejuvenating experience. |
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Today -
2022 Farm Hike | Thurs., May 19 | 10 a.m. | SAHC Community Farm, 372 Merrimon Ave. | $10 | Hike two miles along the Southern Appalachian Highland Conservancy’s Discovery Trail and see projects in progress.
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PeopleForBikes Electric Bicycle Summit | Thurs., May 19 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Smoky Park Boathouse, 350 Riverside Dr. | $149+ | Learn about the future of electric bicycles and connect with industry leaders, land managers, and trail + bike advocates.
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An Evening With Tuba Skinny | Thurs., May 19 | 7 p.m. | The Grey Eagle | $20 | Listen to this loose collection of street musicians play traditional New Orleans sound. 🎤
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Support Asheville's Queer Youth Prom | Now-Fri., June 3 | Virtual | Donations accepted | Asheville's Queer Youth Prom, hosted by Youth OUTright, returns in-person this June after a two-year hiatus — donate to help the prom committee's enchanted vision come to life.*
Friday - Pop Bubble Tea Grand Opening | Fri., May 20 | 12-8 p.m. | The Hop, 640 Merrimon Ave. | Free | Sample traditional, vegan + experimental bubble teas in a variety of flavors.🧋
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The Collection | Fri., May 20 | 7 p.m. | Salvage Station, 469 Riverside Dr. | $18+ | This group of seven pop-infused artists was a 2019 NPR Tiny Desk Judge’s Pick. 🎶
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Million Dollar Quartet | Fri., May 20-Sun., June 19 | Various times | Flat Rock Playhouse, 2661 Greenville Hwy., Flat Rock | $45+ | This Tony Award-winning Broadway musical was inspired by the true story of Sam Phillips bringing together Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Elvis Presley for one night. 🎭
Saturday - Gemini Salsa Party | Sat., May 21 | 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. | Citizen Vinyl, 14 O'Henry Ave. | $15 | Attend a NY-style salsa workshop and dance the night away to salsa, cumbia, and bachata tunes.
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46th Annual Clean Streams Day River Cleanup | Sat., May 21 | 12-4 p.m. | French Broad River | Free | Come clean up the river with the help of Greenworks’ kayaks + canoes. 🚮
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Since launching their app in 2021, Explore Eden has added properties across three states, including those around Nashville, TN. | Photo provided by Explore Eden | |
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Warmer weather is here and with it comes camping season. Or — for those who love the idea of camping but aren’t excited about sleeping on the forest floor — glamping season is here.
However you like to explore nature, finding a campground or place to stay is not always easy. Enter: Explore Eden. The app, known as the Airbnb of camping, works with local property owners to provide unique camping experiences. Think: The great outdoors, without the crowded campground, and with the perk of making an easy app reservation with a local host.
The app recently began working with hosts right around Nashville, TN — with new properties and customized add-ons + upgrades available soon across Tennessee.
Bonus: Landowners benefit by listing their property in the app. With more than 2,000 downloads by eager campers looking for a place to stay, becoming a host is easy + can mean extra income. Download the app to start exploring.* |
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Weather - 83º | Evening thunderstorms | 47% chance of rain
Arts -
The Montford Park Players will kick off its 50th season with a performance of the children’s classic The Little Prince. Performances will take place at the Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre (92 Gay St.) from Fri., June 10 through Sat., July 9 on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are free and required for admission. Get yours. 🎭
Try This -
The Wilma Dykeman Legacy + Black Wall Street AVL are teaming up to celebrate the famed environmentalist’s 102nd birthday. Taking place at 8 River Arts Pl. on Sat., May 21 from 1-4 p.m., the open-house style event will feature vendors + live entertainment, as well as recognition of African American civil rights leaders. 🎉 (Mountain Xpress)
Cause -
Planned Parenthood South Atlantic — a four-state regional affiliate including North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia + West Virginia — will host a virtual day of giving today, Thurs., May 19. An anonymous donor has contributed $15,000 for a matching gift. Want to contribute? Donate.
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Need a fresh haircut with your philanthropy? Stop by the second annual Barbers and Bourbon at Rabbit Rabbit on Sun., May 22 from 2-5 p.m. The event will feature barbers from Local Barber & Tap and cocktails made from George Dickel bourbon. Best of all, proceeds will support Hendersonville’s Veteran Healing Farms. ✂️
Community -
Buncombe County is offering a free composting seminar on Sat., May 21 from 10-11 a.m. at 49 Mount Carmel Rd. so folks can learn how to compost waste at home using a multi-bin system. The talk is free, but registration is required. Register here.
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$234,241. The amount the Community Foundation of Western North Carolina’s Pigeon River fund has awarded in water quality grants to environmental groups in Buncombe, Henderson + Madison counties. Interested in applying? The next deadline for qualifying area nonprofits is Sun., Sept., 15. 💰
11. That’s how many Hermes Creative Awards Western Carolina University’s Communications and Marketing team recently won. They were recognized for their work over the past year with stand-out campaigns including the Fall 2021 issue of WCU Magazine, the creative April Fool’s Day “Boomer” campaign, and the photo essay “Essential WCU.” 🏆
Regional -
The 31-acre Fire Mountain Disc Golf Sanctuary has opened in Cherokee (~65 miles west of Asheville). In addition to being a champion-level course, it also offers lessons in Cherokee history, thanks to the sign descriptions penned by award-winning Cherokee author Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle featuring significant figures from Cherokee culture. (Smoky Mountain News)
Health -
Who says doctors can’t have green thumbs? The Leicester Range Urgent Care location got struck by sunshine and decided to plant a hay bale garden. (Now that’s life’s best medicine.)*
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We love these evocative vintage images of Boston on view at our very own Tracey Morgan Gallery (188 Coxe Ave.). The images are photographer + gallery artist Mike Smith’s new book, Streets of Boston, which showcase scenes from Beantown in the 1970s.
Wanna see them yourself? Check out the exhibition, “Boston,” through Sat., May 28.
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Editor's pick: Y'all. Not only is the Asheville Salt Cave a relaxing respite from the real world, they also sell their own house-made beauty products. Take it from a highly scent-sensitive person: the orange blossom body butter is divine.
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