BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Mountain Creative Arts Counseling - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.mountaincreativearts.com
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Mountain Creative Arts Counseling
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T165335
CREATED:20260317T010155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T010155Z
UID:3420-1777021200-1777035600@www.mountaincreativearts.com
SUMMARY:Intro to Art Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Art journaling isn’t about making a masterpiece to hang in a gallery; it’s about creating a “No-Judgment Zone” where you can breathe\, play\, and get your thoughts out of your head and onto the page. Whether you call it a visual diary\, a messy sketchbook\, or a bullet journal\, this is your space to gain clarity and record the wild\, wonderful bits of your life. \nThe Art Journal as Relationship:\nI’ve been playing in art journals for over 20 years. My art journal is more than just a book; it is a safe container. It is a space designed to hold the weight of our stress\, the chaos of our thoughts\, and the brightness of our joy. Even more\, it becomes a safe relationship. Unlike the world outside\, the page never judges you\, never asks you to be productive\, and never tells you you’re doing it wrong. It is a consistent\, quiet witness that allows you to be exactly who you are\, exactly where you are. In this workshop\, I’ll show you how to build that relationship with your own pages. \nArt Journals can be used to:\n-Process big emotions when words fail\n-Visualise goals that feel too big for a to-do list\n-Connect with your inner child\, and play with messy materials just for the fun of it\n-Document the “now” so you don’t forget the small\, beautiful details of your days \nOur Workshop Outline:\nTo begin\, I’ll guide you through creating your very own custom journal by cutting and folding a single 18×24 sheet of paper. I’ll also share my favorite techniques for creating quick colorful backgrounds to eliminate the “fear of the blank page\,” and for adding layered images\, texture\, text\, and embellishments to your art journal pages. We’ll spend our remaining hours together filling our hand-made art journal pages with our own unique marks. \nEverything is provided. All the paint\, paper\, glue\, and tools you need to complete your art journals are waiting for you. Just bring your curiosity and a willingness to get a little bit of paint on your hands. \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.mountaincreativearts.com/event/intro-to-art-journaling/
LOCATION:Art Place Studios\, 2015 Asheville Hwy\, Hendersonville\, NC\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mountaincreativearts.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Intro-to-Art-Journaling.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kara Ashley-Gilmore":MAILTO:kgilmore@mountaincreativearts.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T165335
CREATED:20260317T003317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T003317Z
UID:3406-1777305600-1777312800@www.mountaincreativearts.com
SUMMARY:The Creatives Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Creatives Book Club: Turning Inspiration into Creation!  \nDo you have a beautiful stack of art project books that are fantastic for inspiration but rarely make it off the shelf? You’re not alone! We love flipping through the hundreds of projects in every medium imaginable\, but carving out the focused time to actually sit down and complete them often feels impossible. \nWelcome to The Creatives Book Club! This won’t be a traditional book club. Instead of simply reading a book about art and creativity\, we’ll meet once a month to actually do a project from the chosen book. It’s the perfect way to explore new mediums\, hold yourself accountable to your creative practice\, and finally make those beautiful pages come to life! \nWe meet on the last Monday of the month\, from 4-6pm \nJoin us for an evening of collective art-making\, mingling\, and shared discovery as we dive into a project from an inspiring book of your choice! Bring your chosen art or craft book and the supplies you need to complete your project of choice. \nOur Creative Schedule (4:00 PM – 6:00 PM)\n4:00 – 4:20: Set up your Materials & Settle In\n4:20 – 5:30: Art-Making (project of choice from this month’s book)\n5:30 – 5:40: Clean Up\n5:40 – 6:00: Share & Mingle \nReady to trade reading for making? Register to save your seat. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.mountaincreativearts.com/event/the-creatives-book-club-april/
LOCATION:Art Place Studios\, 2015 Asheville Hwy\, Hendersonville\, NC\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mountaincreativearts.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/League-Post-Creatives-Book-Club-e1767719322113.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kara Ashley-Gilmore":MAILTO:kgilmore@mountaincreativearts.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T165335
CREATED:20260317T005137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T005137Z
UID:3413-1777806000-1777811400@www.mountaincreativearts.com
SUMMARY:Mindful Mark-Making: B&W Patterns Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join art therapist\, Kara Ashley-Gilmore\, for a special session of Mindful Mark-Making. We will blend the 7 essential principles of mindfulness with intuitive art practices\, using drawing and watercolors as tools for relaxation. You’ll be guided through a series of creative mark-making exercises and grounding techniques\, culminating in an extended\, meditative painting session. \n  \nDuring this month’s session\, we will use black ink\, black paper\, and black and white mark-making tools to create simple abstract patterns on paper. \n  \nWhat’s Included in Your Session: \n🧘‍♀️🌳 Opening Guided Meditation & Focused Grounding Exercises. \n📘✨ The “Principles of Mindfulness for Art-Making” Takeaway Guide. \n✍️〰️  Hands-on instruction for meditative mark-making. \n🎨💖 An extended period of self-directed\, meditative painting and creation. \n🤝🗣️ A closing sharing circle for connection and reflection. \n  \nAbsolutely no art experience is required! All supplies—including rich watercolor paints\, drawing pens\, and acrylic markers—are provided for your use. Just bring your willingness to play\, and your desire to connect and share! \n—- \nDetails: \n📍 The Art Place Studios: 2015 Asheville Hwy\, Hendersonville \n📆 Sunday\, May 3\, 2026\, from 11am to 12:30pm \n🎨 Art League Members: $30 | Non-Members: $35 \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.mountaincreativearts.com/event/mindful-mark-making-black-and-white-patterns-workshop/
LOCATION:Art Place Studios\, 2015 Asheville Hwy\, Hendersonville\, NC\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mountaincreativearts.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MMM-BW-Patterns-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kara Ashley-Gilmore":MAILTO:kgilmore@mountaincreativearts.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T165335
CREATED:20260317T004517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T010447Z
UID:3410-1778234400-1778241600@www.mountaincreativearts.com
SUMMARY:Memory Café- Mindful Mark Making
DESCRIPTION:A chance to focus on the present moment and engage in creative expression through watercolor and lines\, with a special visit from Kara Ashley-Gilmore\, a licensed art therapist. Activities will include refreshments\, singalongs\, and a calming and intuitive art project. \nThis program is intended for persons living with dementia and their care partner.  \nRegistration Required- This event requires registration as space is limited to ensure the best possible environment for participants. \n  \n\nDate: Friday\, May 8\, 2026\nTime: 10:00am – 11:30am\nLocation: Kaplan Auditorium\, Henderson County Public Library Main Branch
URL:https://www.mountaincreativearts.com/event/memory-cafe-mindful-mark-making/
LOCATION:Henderson County Public Library\, 301 N Washington St.\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28739\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountaincreativearts.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Neurographic-Art-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Kara Ashley-Gilmore":MAILTO:kgilmore@mountaincreativearts.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T165335
CREATED:20260406T170132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T170520Z
UID:3428-1779530400-1779537600@www.mountaincreativearts.com
SUMMARY:Mindful Mark-Making: Creative Health for a Regulated Nervous System
DESCRIPTION:Date: May 23\, 2026 \nFrom: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nLocation:  \nThe Cabin at Wellness and Movement by YAM \n1171 Spartanburg Hwy \nHendersonville\, NC 28792 \n  \nJoin us for a relaxing session of mindful art-making! This workshop offers a relaxing and engaging art therapy experience focused on mindfulness and simple mark-making. Using watercolors and basic drawing materials as tools for relaxation\, participants will be guided through a series of creative mark-making exercises and grounding techniques\, followed by a longer\, meditative mandala painting session. The painting sessions will incorporate the basic principles of mindfulness\, like non-judgement\, patience\, and acceptance\, to help you stay present and at ease. \n  \n  \nSession Outline:\n1. Introduction & Welcome (10 minutes): Group members will introduce themselves and their intentions for our time together. The facilitator will introduce the 7 principles of mindfulness and the concept of mindfulness-based art-making. \n\n Mindful Mark-Making (45 minutes): Participants will be guided in at least 3 methods for using art-making as a mindfulness practice. The facilitator will provide simple\, step-by-step instructions while encouraging a free\, intuitive process and prompts for breathwork and somatic awareness.\n Break (5 min)\n Mandala Creation (30 min): Participants will create an intuitive\, abstract mandala drawing.\n Clean up (10 minutes)\n Closing & Reflection (20 minutes): A moment for participants to reflect on their experience. The\nemphasis will be on the process and the resulting feelings\, rather than the quality of the images\ncreated during the workshop.\n\n  \nSupplies: \nThe following materials will be provided to ensure a seamless experience for participants: \n\nWatercolor paper\, paints\, brushes\, and cups\nAcrylic paint markers\, pencils\, and pens for mark-making\nAprons\, paper towels\, and supplies for cleaning up\n\n  \nSelf Investment: $50 \n\n\n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.mountaincreativearts.com/event/mindful-mark-making-creative-health-for-a-regulated-nervous-system/
LOCATION:Wellness and Movement\, 1171 Spartanburg Hwy\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28792
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mountaincreativearts.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WAM-MMM-Ad-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kara Ashley-Gilmore":MAILTO:kgilmore@mountaincreativearts.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T165336
CREATED:20260317T003642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T003642Z
UID:3408-1779724800-1779732000@www.mountaincreativearts.com
SUMMARY:The Creatives Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Creatives Book Club: Turning Inspiration into Creation!  \nDo you have a beautiful stack of art project books that are fantastic for inspiration but rarely make it off the shelf? You’re not alone! We love flipping through the hundreds of projects in every medium imaginable\, but carving out the focused time to actually sit down and complete them often feels impossible. \nWelcome to The Creatives Book Club! This won’t be a traditional book club. Instead of simply reading a book about art and creativity\, we’ll meet once a month to actually do a project from the chosen book. It’s the perfect way to explore new mediums\, hold yourself accountable to your creative practice\, and finally make those beautiful pages come to life! \nWe meet on the last Monday of the month\, from 4-6pm \nJoin us for an evening of collective art-making\, mingling\, and shared discovery as we dive into a project from an inspiring book of your choice! Bring your chosen art or craft book and the supplies you need to complete your project of choice. \nOur Creative Schedule (4:00 PM – 6:00 PM)\n4:00 – 4:20: Set up your Materials & Settle In\n4:20 – 5:30: Art-Making (project of choice from this month’s book)\n5:30 – 5:40: Clean Up\n5:40 – 6:00: Share & Mingle \nReady to trade reading for making? Register to save your seat. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.mountaincreativearts.com/event/the-creatives-book-club-may/
LOCATION:Art Place Studios\, 2015 Asheville Hwy\, Hendersonville\, NC\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mountaincreativearts.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/League-Post-Creatives-Book-Club-e1767719322113.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kara Ashley-Gilmore":MAILTO:kgilmore@mountaincreativearts.com
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR