Learn a bit of Asheville’s history, its buildings and neighborhoods from three popular rooftop bars with their expansive skyline views as you sip a cocktail and munch on a delicate appetizer.

A morning hike through Nature Conservancy's BAT CAVE PRESERVE (normally closed to the public) to enjoy an abundance of Spring wildflowers guided by a Nature Conservancy expert, Lou Dwarshius and Marilyn Kolton.  A delightful picnic lunch beside Lake Lure will follow.

The elegant FLUTE of ASO’s 1st chair flutist, Lissie Shanahan and exquisite IKEBANA design ideas discussed by Nancy Gettys will grace your afternoon with their expert talents on display at the serene mountain top home of Lia and Pat Reagan. Afternoon tea treats, white wine punch and refreshing teas will delight.

An exotic dinner of small plates, one by one, a journey across the Mediterranean, think Sardinia, Croatia, Sicily and Portugal. Lots of flavors, paired with regional wines, add a cultural talk on each place. “Oh, I am so excited to put this together” remarked Darko when invited to do a personalized cooking musical feast.

In the Ramble’s quaint Buckspring Cabin,  Author Thomas Rain Crowe, a child of the Blue Ridge Mountains, will discuss his book Zoro’s Field: My life in the Appalachian Woods. Guests will receive a signed copy. Franklin Keel cellist, Rebecca O’Quinn singer, Group Samson & Delilah will serenade you after a feast of summertime salads and delectable desserts.

Treat that special child or grandchild to a captivating train ride down to Woodfin’s Riverside Park along the French Broad River where they will picnic, enjoy games, a Bubble Machine, and music for kids, parents and grandparents.

Come sip a cool refreshing drink as Bill Steiner pulls up more creatures than you might imagine that call the Swannanoa River their snuggly home. His factoids and tales will fascinate. Afterwards, enjoy a delicious dinner of seafood, salads and specialty desserts on our host's riverfront deck.

EMILY SCHAAD with music partner Cecil Gurganus will once again grace us with their delightful toe tapping fiddle music interspersed with good old mountain lore about how it came to be. Outdoors at the Longmeadow Park covered pavilion in the Ramble. A picnic style dinner of yummy barbecue fixings and beer will be served.

HONEY MUSIC COLLECTIVE, a trio.. Drummer, pianist and vocalist will perform pop, blues and Broadway, with the opportunity to sing along. Heavy hors d'oeuvres, wine and dessert at the home of Honey and Howard Solomon, with a beautiful view of the mountains.

Start with cocktails, then enjoy the exotic sounds of love as the exquisite music performance fills the afternoon breezes followed by a lush supper buffet of succulent Italian food and mouth watering desserts at Beaverdam Run’s clubhouse and patio.

Spend a delightful morning among the gorgeous blooms at the Blue Ridge Daylily Farm, western Carolina’s largest selection of premium quality day lilies.  Enjoy a short talk by the owner, tour the gardens, make your selections, if you choose, then enjoy a refreshing lunch on the patio overlooking the specimen garden as a select group from our Youth Symphony Orchestra entertains.