
A MAN-MADE DISASTER: A COMMUNITY DISCUSSION
A community discussion examines how federal policy changes have slowed Helene recovery, drawing on a new FRONTLINE investigation. Attendees consider disaster response, rebuilding challenges, and the policies shaping Western North Carolina’s recovery.
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Local leaders and mapping professionals unpack floodplain changes, FEMA map updates, and what they mean for property risk and rebuilding decisions. A community-focused discussion aimed at recovery planning and long-term climate resilience.
Local leaders and mapping professionals unpack floodplain changes, FEMA map updates, and what they mean for property risk and rebuilding decisions. A community-focused discussion aimed at recovery planning and long-term climate resilience.
Local leaders and mapping professionals unpack floodplain changes, FEMA map updates, and what they mean for property risk and rebuilding decisions. A community-focused discussion aimed at recovery planning and long-term climate resilience.

A one-hour documentary follows citizens, journalists, and leaders working across political divides. A post-screening discussion explores local collaboration, constructive dialogue, and ways to build a more united community.

A one-hour documentary follows citizens, journalists, and leaders working across political divides. A post-screening discussion explores local collaboration, constructive dialogue, and ways to build a more united community.
A one-hour documentary follows citizens, journalists, and leaders working across political divides. A post-screening discussion explores local collaboration, constructive dialogue, and ways to build a more united community.

Public discussion of housing recovery following Hurricane Helene brings community members together to hear board updates and participate in civic decision-making, either in person or online.

Public discussion of housing recovery following Hurricane Helene brings community members together to hear board updates and participate in civic decision-making, either in person or online.
Public discussion of housing recovery following Hurricane Helene brings community members together to hear board updates and participate in civic decision-making, either in person or online.

Explore Asheville’s desegregation history through stories of courage, civil rights organizing, and community activism. A presentation and panel discussion connect local experiences with the broader struggle for equality.

Explore Asheville’s desegregation history through stories of courage, civil rights organizing, and community activism. A presentation and panel discussion connect local experiences with the broader struggle for equality.
Explore Asheville’s desegregation history through stories of courage, civil rights organizing, and community activism. A presentation and panel discussion connect local experiences with the broader struggle for equality.

Explore thoughtful tree choices for a changing climate and the landscape reshaped by Helene. This indoor and outdoor class connects resilient planting decisions with long-term care for Asheville’s trees.

Explore thoughtful tree choices for a changing climate and the landscape reshaped by Helene. This indoor and outdoor class connects resilient planting decisions with long-term care for Asheville’s trees.
Explore thoughtful tree choices for a changing climate and the landscape reshaped by Helene. This indoor and outdoor class connects resilient planting decisions with long-term care for Asheville’s trees.

Public discussion and civic planning focused on Asheville’s economic recovery after Hurricane Helene. Attend in person at City Hall or participate online in this open board meeting.

Public discussion and civic planning focused on Asheville’s economic recovery after Hurricane Helene. Attend in person at City Hall or participate online in this open board meeting.
Public discussion and civic planning focused on Asheville’s economic recovery after Hurricane Helene. Attend in person at City Hall or participate online in this open board meeting.

Public discussion and oversight of Asheville’s Mountain Community Capital Fund brings residents into a city committee meeting focused on fund operations and local civic decision-making.

Public discussion and oversight of Asheville’s Mountain Community Capital Fund brings residents into a city committee meeting focused on fund operations and local civic decision-making.
Public discussion and oversight of Asheville’s Mountain Community Capital Fund brings residents into a city committee meeting focused on fund operations and local civic decision-making.
Learn how a community land trust can make affordable homeownership accessible in McDowell County, with information on local opportunities and the Community Land Trust of Western North Carolina.
Learn how a community land trust can make affordable homeownership accessible in McDowell County, with information on local opportunities and the Community Land Trust of Western North Carolina.
Learn how a community land trust can make affordable homeownership accessible in McDowell County, with information on local opportunities and the Community Land Trust of Western North Carolina.

Explore emergency readiness through practical demonstrations, county and community resources, and conversations with local partners. Live music and free food add a welcoming atmosphere to this public gathering.

Explore emergency readiness through practical demonstrations, county and community resources, and conversations with local partners. Live music and free food add a welcoming atmosphere to this public gathering.
Explore emergency readiness through practical demonstrations, county and community resources, and conversations with local partners. Live music and free food add a welcoming atmosphere to this public gathering.

Public discussion centers on Asheville’s people and environment recovery efforts, with community members able to participate in person or online during this open city board meeting.

Public discussion centers on Asheville’s people and environment recovery efforts, with community members able to participate in person or online during this open city board meeting.
Public discussion centers on Asheville’s people and environment recovery efforts, with community members able to participate in person or online during this open city board meeting.

A welcoming space for honest conversation about climate protections, democracy, and civil liberties, with time to share concerns, listen deeply, and build connection around people and planet.

A welcoming space for honest conversation about climate protections, democracy, and civil liberties, with time to share concerns, listen deeply, and build connection around people and planet.
A welcoming space for honest conversation about climate protections, democracy, and civil liberties, with time to share concerns, listen deeply, and build connection around people and planet.

Share ideas for the future of Alexander, Ledges Whitewater, and Walnut Island river parks, with a focus on park design, community priorities, and public planning.

Share ideas for the future of Alexander, Ledges Whitewater, and Walnut Island river parks, with a focus on park design, community priorities, and public planning.
Share ideas for the future of Alexander, Ledges Whitewater, and Walnut Island river parks, with a focus on park design, community priorities, and public planning.

A community panel examines artificial intelligence’s impact and ethical questions, then opens the conversation for audience discussion. Explore how AI is changing everyday life, decision-making, and social responsibility.

A community panel examines artificial intelligence’s impact and ethical questions, then opens the conversation for audience discussion. Explore how AI is changing everyday life, decision-making, and social responsibility.
A community panel examines artificial intelligence’s impact and ethical questions, then opens the conversation for audience discussion. Explore how AI is changing everyday life, decision-making, and social responsibility.

Learn how Buncombe County’s Agriculture and Land Resources department and Cooperative Extension support local agriculture, land stewardship, and community needs through insights from department leaders.

Learn how Buncombe County’s Agriculture and Land Resources department and Cooperative Extension support local agriculture, land stewardship, and community needs through insights from department leaders.
Learn how Buncombe County’s Agriculture and Land Resources department and Cooperative Extension support local agriculture, land stewardship, and community needs through insights from department leaders.

Experts explain land conservation tools and techniques for protecting property legacies and Buncombe County’s mountain landscape, with practical guidance on preserving open space and natural resources.

Experts explain land conservation tools and techniques for protecting property legacies and Buncombe County’s mountain landscape, with practical guidance on preserving open space and natural resources.
Experts explain land conservation tools and techniques for protecting property legacies and Buncombe County’s mountain landscape, with practical guidance on preserving open space and natural resources.
A documentary screening, music, and a post-film panel with Aditi Sethi invite reflection on dying, end-of-life care, and the experiences surrounding life’s final days.
A documentary screening, music, and a post-film panel with Aditi Sethi invite reflection on dying, end-of-life care, and the experiences surrounding life’s final days.
A documentary screening, music, and a post-film panel with Aditi Sethi invite reflection on dying, end-of-life care, and the experiences surrounding life’s final days.

Public discussion of Asheville housing and community development policy, with committee members reviewing agendas and meeting materials in an open virtual session accessible to residents.

Public discussion of Asheville housing and community development policy, with committee members reviewing agendas and meeting materials in an open virtual session accessible to residents.
Public discussion of Asheville housing and community development policy, with committee members reviewing agendas and meeting materials in an open virtual session accessible to residents.

A public, in-person meeting brings Asheville Regional Housing Consortium members together for civic discussion of regional housing matters. Agendas and meeting materials are available online for community review.

A public, in-person meeting brings Asheville Regional Housing Consortium members together for civic discussion of regional housing matters. Agendas and meeting materials are available online for community review.
A public, in-person meeting brings Asheville Regional Housing Consortium members together for civic discussion of regional housing matters. Agendas and meeting materials are available online for community review.

Explore affordable housing and homeownership information in a community fair setting, connecting Asheville residents with local pathways to buying a home and practical housing resources.

Explore affordable housing and homeownership information in a community fair setting, connecting Asheville residents with local pathways to buying a home and practical housing resources.
Explore affordable housing and homeownership information in a community fair setting, connecting Asheville residents with local pathways to buying a home and practical housing resources.

Public work session examines Asheville city policy, municipal finances, and infrastructure priorities. Residents can attend an open government meeting focused on civic planning and local decision-making.

Public work session examines Asheville city policy, municipal finances, and infrastructure priorities. Residents can attend an open government meeting focused on civic planning and local decision-making.
Public work session examines Asheville city policy, municipal finances, and infrastructure priorities. Residents can attend an open government meeting focused on civic planning and local decision-making.
