Black Experience Book Club
Community-centered reading and discussion group exploring literature that centers the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora, guided by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement in a cultural center setting.
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Community-centered literary discussion exploring books that center the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement at a downtown cultural center for dialogue and connection.
Community-centered literary discussion exploring books that center the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement at a downtown cultural center for dialogue and connection.
Community-centered literary discussion exploring books that center the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement at a downtown cultural center for dialogue and connection.
Lively group discussion of Saidiya Hartman’s “Wayward Lives, Beautiful Experiments,” exploring the many facets of the Black experience through narrative history and archival storytelling. Book lovers gather at a downtown cultural center for conversation and community connection.
Lively group discussion of Saidiya Hartman’s “Wayward Lives, Beautiful Experiments,” exploring the many facets of the Black experience through narrative history and archival storytelling. Book lovers gather at a downtown cultural center for conversation and community connection.
Lively group discussion of Saidiya Hartman’s “Wayward Lives, Beautiful Experiments,” exploring the many facets of the Black experience through narrative history and archival storytelling. Book lovers gather at a downtown cultural center for conversation and community connection.
Morning book discussion circle meeting monthly at Pack Memorial Library, with welcoming conversation around a rotating mix of genres. A relaxed, newcomer friendly gathering geared toward readers who enjoy shared reflection and community connection.
Morning book discussion circle meeting monthly at Pack Memorial Library, with welcoming conversation around a rotating mix of genres. A relaxed, newcomer friendly gathering geared toward readers who enjoy shared reflection and community connection.
Morning book discussion circle meeting monthly at Pack Memorial Library, with welcoming conversation around a rotating mix of genres. A relaxed, newcomer friendly gathering geared toward readers who enjoy shared reflection and community connection.
In-person discussion of Dava Sobel’s Galileo’s Daughter, blending science history with biography and Renaissance Italy. A monthly third-Tuesday meetup built around thoughtful conversation and neighborly literary community.
In-person discussion of Dava Sobel’s Galileo’s Daughter, blending science history with biography and Renaissance Italy. A monthly third-Tuesday meetup built around thoughtful conversation and neighborly literary community.
In-person discussion of Dava Sobel’s Galileo’s Daughter, blending science history with biography and Renaissance Italy. A monthly third-Tuesday meetup built around thoughtful conversation and neighborly literary community.
Thought-provoking group discussion of books on international politics, economics, culture, and climate change, blending current events with historical context. A daytime library meetup for engaged readers who want deeper global perspective and conversation.
Thought-provoking group discussion of books on international politics, economics, culture, and climate change, blending current events with historical context. A daytime library meetup for engaged readers who want deeper global perspective and conversation.
Thought-provoking group discussion of books on international politics, economics, culture, and climate change, blending current events with historical context. A daytime library meetup for engaged readers who want deeper global perspective and conversation.
A weekly virtual restorative circle centered on self preservation and collective care, led by Black facilitators for Black and African American participants. Expect grounding practices, community of practice reflection, and a supportive affinity space.
A weekly virtual restorative circle centered on self preservation and collective care, led by Black facilitators for Black and African American participants. Expect grounding practices, community of practice reflection, and a supportive affinity space.
A weekly virtual restorative circle centered on self preservation and collective care, led by Black facilitators for Black and African American participants. Expect grounding practices, community of practice reflection, and a supportive affinity space.
Casual Star Trek fan hangout with episode watch parties, nerdy discussion, and themed trivia. Creative stations add hands-on fun with Trek-inspired crafts in a relaxed library meetup for adults and newcomers alike.
Casual Star Trek fan hangout with episode watch parties, nerdy discussion, and themed trivia. Creative stations add hands-on fun with Trek-inspired crafts in a relaxed library meetup for adults and newcomers alike.
Casual Star Trek fan hangout with episode watch parties, nerdy discussion, and themed trivia. Creative stations add hands-on fun with Trek-inspired crafts in a relaxed library meetup for adults and newcomers alike.
A relaxed yarn circle for knitting and crochet projects with friendly conversation and low key community time in the library community room. Drop in with your current work in progress to stitch, chat, or simply observe—no registration and no formal instruction.
A relaxed yarn circle for knitting and crochet projects with friendly conversation and low key community time in the library community room. Drop in with your current work in progress to stitch, chat, or simply observe—no registration and no formal instruction.
A relaxed yarn circle for knitting and crochet projects with friendly conversation and low key community time in the library community room. Drop in with your current work in progress to stitch, chat, or simply observe—no registration and no formal instruction.
A 20 minute triple scream session for cathartic stress release, held outdoors on a brewery deck before opening hours. Monthly last Saturday meetup hosted by the library for low pressure community connection.
A 20 minute triple scream session for cathartic stress release, held outdoors on a brewery deck before opening hours. Monthly last Saturday meetup hosted by the library for low pressure community connection.
A 20 minute triple scream session for cathartic stress release, held outdoors on a brewery deck before opening hours. Monthly last Saturday meetup hosted by the library for low pressure community connection.
Needles and crochet hooks click in a relaxed yarn circle where attendees work on personal projects and chat. A casual, drop-in meetup in the library community room welcoming all skill levels (not a class).
Needles and crochet hooks click in a relaxed yarn circle where attendees work on personal projects and chat. A casual, drop-in meetup in the library community room welcoming all skill levels (not a class).
Needles and crochet hooks click in a relaxed yarn circle where attendees work on personal projects and chat. A casual, drop-in meetup in the library community room welcoming all skill levels (not a class).
A one hour behind the scenes walk through of Transylvania County Library with staff sharing hidden services, insider tips, and how to use local resources. Welcoming orientation for newcomers and longtime library regulars alike.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through of Transylvania County Library with staff sharing hidden services, insider tips, and how to use local resources. Welcoming orientation for newcomers and longtime library regulars alike.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through of Transylvania County Library with staff sharing hidden services, insider tips, and how to use local resources. Welcoming orientation for newcomers and longtime library regulars alike.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through with library staff, revealing hidden services, collections, and how to use local resources at Transylvania County Library. Ideal for newcomers and longtime readers looking for insider tips.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through with library staff, revealing hidden services, collections, and how to use local resources at Transylvania County Library. Ideal for newcomers and longtime readers looking for insider tips.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through with library staff, revealing hidden services, collections, and how to use local resources at Transylvania County Library. Ideal for newcomers and longtime readers looking for insider tips.
A 20 minute triple scream stress relief session gathers on the brewery’s outdoor deck before opening time. Monthly last Saturday meetup hosted by the library for catharsis, laughs, and low stakes community bonding.
A 20 minute triple scream stress relief session gathers on the brewery’s outdoor deck before opening time. Monthly last Saturday meetup hosted by the library for catharsis, laughs, and low stakes community bonding.
A 20 minute triple scream stress relief session gathers on the brewery’s outdoor deck before opening time. Monthly last Saturday meetup hosted by the library for catharsis, laughs, and low stakes community bonding.
An all-ages community listening session with the museum leadership team centered on AMOS’ expansion plans, from new exhibits to amenities and facility improvements. Share feedback, learn about STEAM priorities, and get info on becoming a community advocate for hands-on learning in Western NC.
An all-ages community listening session with the museum leadership team centered on AMOS’ expansion plans, from new exhibits to amenities and facility improvements. Share feedback, learn about STEAM priorities, and get info on becoming a community advocate for hands-on learning in Western NC.
An all-ages community listening session with the museum leadership team centered on AMOS’ expansion plans, from new exhibits to amenities and facility improvements. Share feedback, learn about STEAM priorities, and get info on becoming a community advocate for hands-on learning in Western NC.
A 1 mile, 90 minute guided walk through downtown Asheville led by Poverty Educators with firsthand experience. Learn about systemic barriers to stability while pointing out local resources and support services along the route.
A 1 mile, 90 minute guided walk through downtown Asheville led by Poverty Educators with firsthand experience. Learn about systemic barriers to stability while pointing out local resources and support services along the route.
A 1 mile, 90 minute guided walk through downtown Asheville led by Poverty Educators with firsthand experience. Learn about systemic barriers to stability while pointing out local resources and support services along the route.
Hands-on cyanotype printing uses sunlight and coated paper to create deep-blue blueprint-style images from leaves, flowers, and everyday objects. A relaxed, all-skill-level library workshop focused on creative experimentation and take-home prints.
Hands-on cyanotype printing uses sunlight and coated paper to create deep-blue blueprint-style images from leaves, flowers, and everyday objects. A relaxed, all-skill-level library workshop focused on creative experimentation and take-home prints.
Hands-on cyanotype printing uses sunlight and coated paper to create deep-blue blueprint-style images from leaves, flowers, and everyday objects. A relaxed, all-skill-level library workshop focused on creative experimentation and take-home prints.
Interactive read alouds and playful literacy activities designed for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years. A midmorning library gathering for caregivers and little ones to build listening skills, language, and routine.
Interactive read alouds and playful literacy activities designed for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years. A midmorning library gathering for caregivers and little ones to build listening skills, language, and routine.
Interactive read alouds and playful literacy activities designed for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years. A midmorning library gathering for caregivers and little ones to build listening skills, language, and routine.
Bi monthly public meeting of the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners at the courthouse, where residents can hear updates, discuss county business, and follow local policy decisions and agenda items.
Bi monthly public meeting of the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners at the courthouse, where residents can hear updates, discuss county business, and follow local policy decisions and agenda items.
Bi monthly public meeting of the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners at the courthouse, where residents can hear updates, discuss county business, and follow local policy decisions and agenda items.
Bug-brained curiosity takes over with interactive insect science exploring Western North Carolina species, from how flies see to whether insects can hear. A library-based nature learning program geared for kids and curious adults alike.
Bug-brained curiosity takes over with interactive insect science exploring Western North Carolina species, from how flies see to whether insects can hear. A library-based nature learning program geared for kids and curious adults alike.
Bug-brained curiosity takes over with interactive insect science exploring Western North Carolina species, from how flies see to whether insects can hear. A library-based nature learning program geared for kids and curious adults alike.
Supportive Spanish speaking practice with guided discussion prompts and icebreaker games to build comprehension and confidence. Designed for beginner to intermediate learners in a friendly public library group setting.
Supportive Spanish speaking practice with guided discussion prompts and icebreaker games to build comprehension and confidence. Designed for beginner to intermediate learners in a friendly public library group setting.
Supportive Spanish speaking practice with guided discussion prompts and icebreaker games to build comprehension and confidence. Designed for beginner to intermediate learners in a friendly public library group setting.