Asheville Day Trip
A January outing for book lovers centers on browsing the shelves at a downtown bookstore and enjoying champagne together. The trip offers a relaxed literary and social gathering.
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A relaxed annual December gathering brings adult readers together for book-club conversation, seasonal camaraderie, and community connection in a welcoming public-library setting with an easygoing social atmosphere.
A relaxed annual December gathering brings adult readers together for book-club conversation, seasonal camaraderie, and community connection in a welcoming public-library setting with an easygoing social atmosphere.
A relaxed annual December gathering brings adult readers together for book-club conversation, seasonal camaraderie, and community connection in a welcoming public-library setting with an easygoing social atmosphere.
Bring a current read for a relaxed, no-assigned-book gathering that blends casual reading with conversation, drinks, and meeting fellow book lovers at a local Asheville hangout.
Bring a current read for a relaxed, no-assigned-book gathering that blends casual reading with conversation, drinks, and meeting fellow book lovers at a local Asheville hangout.
Bring a current read for a relaxed, no-assigned-book gathering that blends casual reading with conversation, drinks, and meeting fellow book lovers at a local Asheville hangout.
Watcha Readin'?
MoreSettle into a quiet, communal reading hour with a book you bring or choose from the shelves, a cocktail in hand, and an easygoing after-work atmosphere.
Settle into a quiet, communal reading hour with a book you bring or choose from the shelves, a cocktail in hand, and an easygoing after-work atmosphere.
Settle into a quiet, communal reading hour with a book you bring or choose from the shelves, a cocktail in hand, and an easygoing after-work atmosphere.
A December group excursion pairs the Biltmore Estate’s Christmas season with a wine tasting at its winery, bringing travelers together for a festive getaway’s historic estate setting.
A December group excursion pairs the Biltmore Estate’s Christmas season with a wine tasting at its winery, bringing travelers together for a festive getaway’s historic estate setting.
A December group excursion pairs the Biltmore Estate’s Christmas season with a wine tasting at its winery, bringing travelers together for a festive getaway’s historic estate setting.
Settle in for a cozy, introvert-friendly reading ritual with neighbors and the book you’re currently enjoying. Halloween character costumes add a playful twist to this quiet evening of books and community.
Settle in for a cozy, introvert-friendly reading ritual with neighbors and the book you’re currently enjoying. Halloween character costumes add a playful twist to this quiet evening of books and community.
Settle in for a cozy, introvert-friendly reading ritual with neighbors and the book you’re currently enjoying. Halloween character costumes add a playful twist to this quiet evening of books and community.
Settle into a cozy, introvert-friendly shared reading ritual with books, quiet focus, and neighborly company. Come dressed as a favorite character for a Halloween-themed evening of communal reading.
Settle into a cozy, introvert-friendly shared reading ritual with books, quiet focus, and neighborly company. Come dressed as a favorite character for a Halloween-themed evening of communal reading.
Settle into a cozy, introvert-friendly shared reading ritual with books, quiet focus, and neighborly company. Come dressed as a favorite character for a Halloween-themed evening of communal reading.
A relaxed reading meetup for adults ages 18–25, bringing young readers together for conversation, literary discussion, and community connection in a neighborhood community center. Registration required; $5 fee.
A relaxed reading meetup for adults ages 18–25, bringing young readers together for conversation, literary discussion, and community connection in a neighborhood community center. Registration required; $5 fee.
A relaxed reading meetup for adults ages 18–25, bringing young readers together for conversation, literary discussion, and community connection in a neighborhood community center. Registration required; $5 fee.
A guided kindness challenge pairs small acts of giving back with discoveries of Asheville’s hidden gems. An interactive remote host adds a playful, community-minded twist to exploring downtown.
A guided kindness challenge pairs small acts of giving back with discoveries of Asheville’s hidden gems. An interactive remote host adds a playful, community-minded twist to exploring downtown.
A guided kindness challenge pairs small acts of giving back with discoveries of Asheville’s hidden gems. An interactive remote host adds a playful, community-minded twist to exploring downtown.
Cozy communal dinners bring locals together to share experiences, make new friends, and support Asheville restaurants through a giving-back edition centered on neighborhood connection and independent businesses.
Cozy communal dinners bring locals together to share experiences, make new friends, and support Asheville restaurants through a giving-back edition centered on neighborhood connection and independent businesses.
Cozy communal dinners bring locals together to share experiences, make new friends, and support Asheville restaurants through a giving-back edition centered on neighborhood connection and independent businesses.
Casual Sunday morning gathering for conversation, meeting new people, and an easygoing cafe hangout. Bring a game, book, knitting, or another activity to share in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
Casual Sunday morning gathering for conversation, meeting new people, and an easygoing cafe hangout. Bring a game, book, knitting, or another activity to share in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
Casual Sunday morning gathering for conversation, meeting new people, and an easygoing cafe hangout. Bring a game, book, knitting, or another activity to share in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
A festive seasonal gathering pairs a holiday party with a toy collection benefiting children in need, bringing Asheville neighbors together for a community-minded evening at a local pub.
A festive seasonal gathering pairs a holiday party with a toy collection benefiting children in need, bringing Asheville neighbors together for a community-minded evening at a local pub.
A festive seasonal gathering pairs a holiday party with a toy collection benefiting children in need, bringing Asheville neighbors together for a community-minded evening at a local pub.
A relaxed literary meetup centered on shared reading and group discussion in a cozy listening-room setting. Ideal for readers looking to connect locally, swap recommendations, and unwind with thoughtful conversation.
A relaxed literary meetup centered on shared reading and group discussion in a cozy listening-room setting. Ideal for readers looking to connect locally, swap recommendations, and unwind with thoughtful conversation.
A relaxed literary meetup centered on shared reading and group discussion in a cozy listening-room setting. Ideal for readers looking to connect locally, swap recommendations, and unwind with thoughtful conversation.
An all ages author event welcomes children and families for a literary gathering at a public library, creating an accessible opportunity to connect with an author and books.
An all ages author event welcomes children and families for a literary gathering at a public library, creating an accessible opportunity to connect with an author and books.
An all ages author event welcomes children and families for a literary gathering at a public library, creating an accessible opportunity to connect with an author and books.
Explore the Biltmore Estate’s twinkling halls, gardens, and festive holiday décor during a women’s retreat centered on self-care, celebration, and sisterhood for women over 40.
Explore the Biltmore Estate’s twinkling halls, gardens, and festive holiday décor during a women’s retreat centered on self-care, celebration, and sisterhood for women over 40.
Explore the Biltmore Estate’s twinkling halls, gardens, and festive holiday décor during a women’s retreat centered on self-care, celebration, and sisterhood for women over 40.
Explore Asheville, Buncombe County, and Western North Carolina history through readings and guided discussions inspired by themes from a local exhibit. The four-part series brings curious community members together for regional learning.
Explore Asheville, Buncombe County, and Western North Carolina history through readings and guided discussions inspired by themes from a local exhibit. The four-part series brings curious community members together for regional learning.
Explore Asheville, Buncombe County, and Western North Carolina history through readings and guided discussions inspired by themes from a local exhibit. The four-part series brings curious community members together for regional learning.
Bring a fantasy or science fiction book to share recommendations and casual conversation, then settle into quiet, side-by-side reading with fellow readers in an introvert-friendly gathering.
Bring a fantasy or science fiction book to share recommendations and casual conversation, then settle into quiet, side-by-side reading with fellow readers in an introvert-friendly gathering.
Bring a fantasy or science fiction book to share recommendations and casual conversation, then settle into quiet, side-by-side reading with fellow readers in an introvert-friendly gathering.
A welcoming Friendsgiving potluck brings Asheville wellness enthusiasts together to share healthy dishes, connect over nourishing food, and celebrate community in a relaxed gathering open to all.
A welcoming Friendsgiving potluck brings Asheville wellness enthusiasts together to share healthy dishes, connect over nourishing food, and celebrate community in a relaxed gathering open to all.
A welcoming Friendsgiving potluck brings Asheville wellness enthusiasts together to share healthy dishes, connect over nourishing food, and celebrate community in a relaxed gathering open to all.
Memoir writing students share personal stories in a public reading at the library. The all-ages gathering offers a welcoming opportunity to listen to emerging personal narratives and connect through storytelling.
Memoir writing students share personal stories in a public reading at the library. The all-ages gathering offers a welcoming opportunity to listen to emerging personal narratives and connect through storytelling.
Memoir writing students share personal stories in a public reading at the library. The all-ages gathering offers a welcoming opportunity to listen to emerging personal narratives and connect through storytelling.
Cocktails and literary conversation with author Christy Scott Cashman, followed by a book signing hosted with Malaprop’s. A relaxed gathering for readers and Asheville’s literary community.
Cocktails and literary conversation with author Christy Scott Cashman, followed by a book signing hosted with Malaprop’s. A relaxed gathering for readers and Asheville’s literary community.
Cocktails and literary conversation with author Christy Scott Cashman, followed by a book signing hosted with Malaprop’s. A relaxed gathering for readers and Asheville’s literary community.
Books and Wine!
MoreSip wine and enjoy snacks while discussing books across fiction and nonfiction in a relaxed afternoon gathering. Participants can bring a book connected to any topic that interests them.
Sip wine and enjoy snacks while discussing books across fiction and nonfiction in a relaxed afternoon gathering. Participants can bring a book connected to any topic that interests them.
Sip wine and enjoy snacks while discussing books across fiction and nonfiction in a relaxed afternoon gathering. Participants can bring a book connected to any topic that interests them.