Blessings from a Trail Angel - Book Launch & Signing Event
An intimate memoir launch and signing with Asheville author Renee Novotny, reflecting on her son’s ice climbing death through grief, unexpected signs, and a faith-tinged spiritual awakening. Quiet, heartfelt community gathering focused on loss, love, and enduring connection.
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Heartfelt book launch and signing centered on grief, healing, spiritual transformation, and unexpected signs. Meet the author for readings and conversation in a cozy beverage bar setting with community connection.
Heartfelt book launch and signing centered on grief, healing, spiritual transformation, and unexpected signs. Meet the author for readings and conversation in a cozy beverage bar setting with community connection.
Heartfelt book launch and signing centered on grief, healing, spiritual transformation, and unexpected signs. Meet the author for readings and conversation in a cozy beverage bar setting with community connection.
Debut memoir launch with an author talk on a trail journey and the inspiration behind the story, followed by an audience Q and A. Paperback copies are for sale on site with a post talk signing and meet and greet.
Debut memoir launch with an author talk on a trail journey and the inspiration behind the story, followed by an audience Q and A. Paperback copies are for sale on site with a post talk signing and meet and greet.
Debut memoir launch with an author talk on a trail journey and the inspiration behind the story, followed by an audience Q and A. Paperback copies are for sale on site with a post talk signing and meet and greet.
An in-person book launch with copies available on site, followed by a signing and casual conversation with the author. Set inside a laid-back brewery space for readers who want a new release and a personal connection.
An in-person book launch with copies available on site, followed by a signing and casual conversation with the author. Set inside a laid-back brewery space for readers who want a new release and a personal connection.
An in-person book launch with copies available on site, followed by a signing and casual conversation with the author. Set inside a laid-back brewery space for readers who want a new release and a personal connection.
An open community conversation on spiritual identity and the impact your beliefs and practices leave behind. Expect reflective prompts, small-group discussion, and a welcoming, no-cost gathering space for connection and meaning-making.
An open community conversation on spiritual identity and the impact your beliefs and practices leave behind. Expect reflective prompts, small-group discussion, and a welcoming, no-cost gathering space for connection and meaning-making.
An open community conversation on spiritual identity and the impact your beliefs and practices leave behind. Expect reflective prompts, small-group discussion, and a welcoming, no-cost gathering space for connection and meaning-making.
A reflective group conversation on whether spiritual practice stops at personal growth or extends into active good in the community. Explore sustainability-style “footprints,” values, and real-world impact through guided discussion and shared perspectives.
A reflective group conversation on whether spiritual practice stops at personal growth or extends into active good in the community. Explore sustainability-style “footprints,” values, and real-world impact through guided discussion and shared perspectives.
A reflective group conversation on whether spiritual practice stops at personal growth or extends into active good in the community. Explore sustainability-style “footprints,” values, and real-world impact through guided discussion and shared perspectives.
A lively silent auction night with 60+ donated items up for bid, raising funds for Asheville Music School scholarships and outreach programs. Expect a community-minded fundraiser fueled by local businesses and supporters.
A lively silent auction night with 60+ donated items up for bid, raising funds for Asheville Music School scholarships and outreach programs. Expect a community-minded fundraiser fueled by local businesses and supporters.
A lively silent auction night with 60+ donated items up for bid, raising funds for Asheville Music School scholarships and outreach programs. Expect a community-minded fundraiser fueled by local businesses and supporters.
Intimate author conversation with Abrea Armstrong and Tamara Olmedo (Cuentos & Cafe) centered on “book tea” and liberation-minded storytelling. Expect a community-forward literary night in an independent bookstore setting.
Intimate author conversation with Abrea Armstrong and Tamara Olmedo (Cuentos & Cafe) centered on “book tea” and liberation-minded storytelling. Expect a community-forward literary night in an independent bookstore setting.
Intimate author conversation with Abrea Armstrong and Tamara Olmedo (Cuentos & Cafe) centered on “book tea” and liberation-minded storytelling. Expect a community-forward literary night in an independent bookstore setting.
An autumn equinox harvest moon ceremony centered on intention setting, gratitude for the fruits of your labor, and releasing what no longer serves. Expect a reflective, seasonal ritual atmosphere oriented toward renewal and abundance.
An autumn equinox harvest moon ceremony centered on intention setting, gratitude for the fruits of your labor, and releasing what no longer serves. Expect a reflective, seasonal ritual atmosphere oriented toward renewal and abundance.
An autumn equinox harvest moon ceremony centered on intention setting, gratitude for the fruits of your labor, and releasing what no longer serves. Expect a reflective, seasonal ritual atmosphere oriented toward renewal and abundance.
A short guided hike into a mature Appalachian mountainside forest in Weaverville blends forest bathing, quiet presence with trees, and nature-based reflection. Expect periods of silence plus gentle sharing focused on roots, grounding, and reconnecting with Mother Earth.
A short guided hike into a mature Appalachian mountainside forest in Weaverville blends forest bathing, quiet presence with trees, and nature-based reflection. Expect periods of silence plus gentle sharing focused on roots, grounding, and reconnecting with Mother Earth.
A short guided hike into a mature Appalachian mountainside forest in Weaverville blends forest bathing, quiet presence with trees, and nature-based reflection. Expect periods of silence plus gentle sharing focused on roots, grounding, and reconnecting with Mother Earth.
Community-led book discussion exploring magic, animism, and spirituality in liberation movements, including how the State suppresses certain ideas. September’s conversation centers on Dancing with the Devil, blending personal transformation with collective political practice.
Community-led book discussion exploring magic, animism, and spirituality in liberation movements, including how the State suppresses certain ideas. September’s conversation centers on Dancing with the Devil, blending personal transformation with collective political practice.
Community-led book discussion exploring magic, animism, and spirituality in liberation movements, including how the State suppresses certain ideas. September’s conversation centers on Dancing with the Devil, blending personal transformation with collective political practice.
Grounding weekly walks through Asheville-area wild spaces with hands-on foraging for mushrooms and seasonal edible or medicinal plants. Expect close observation of moss, forest critters, and tea brewed from woodland botanicals with safety-focused guidance.
Grounding weekly walks through Asheville-area wild spaces with hands-on foraging for mushrooms and seasonal edible or medicinal plants. Expect close observation of moss, forest critters, and tea brewed from woodland botanicals with safety-focused guidance.
Grounding weekly walks through Asheville-area wild spaces with hands-on foraging for mushrooms and seasonal edible or medicinal plants. Expect close observation of moss, forest critters, and tea brewed from woodland botanicals with safety-focused guidance.
Facilitated community conversation on spirituality amid polarization and social division, with space for reflection and respectful dialogue. Hosted at a Southside community center as a free evening gathering focused on connection and shared values.
Facilitated community conversation on spirituality amid polarization and social division, with space for reflection and respectful dialogue. Hosted at a Southside community center as a free evening gathering focused on connection and shared values.
Facilitated community conversation on spirituality amid polarization and social division, with space for reflection and respectful dialogue. Hosted at a Southside community center as a free evening gathering focused on connection and shared values.
Skill-building workshop on developing psychic perception and mediumship from within, emphasizing intuition practices without cards, pendulums, or other metaphysical tools. Welcomes both beginners and working mediums for structured technique training.
Skill-building workshop on developing psychic perception and mediumship from within, emphasizing intuition practices without cards, pendulums, or other metaphysical tools. Welcomes both beginners and working mediums for structured technique training.
Skill-building workshop on developing psychic perception and mediumship from within, emphasizing intuition practices without cards, pendulums, or other metaphysical tools. Welcomes both beginners and working mediums for structured technique training.
Communal singing and remembrance on All Souls night, blending reflective songs with a gentle spiritual atmosphere. Neighbors gather to honor loved ones and ancestors in a chapel setting for shared memory and connection.
Communal singing and remembrance on All Souls night, blending reflective songs with a gentle spiritual atmosphere. Neighbors gather to honor loved ones and ancestors in a chapel setting for shared memory and connection.
Communal singing and remembrance on All Souls night, blending reflective songs with a gentle spiritual atmosphere. Neighbors gather to honor loved ones and ancestors in a chapel setting for shared memory and connection.
An evening book launch and author conversation for Elizabeth Kostova’s new novel, Mystery Play, with Terry Roberts. Expect a literary reading, onstage discussion, and Q&A in Ferguson Auditorium at A-B Tech.
An evening book launch and author conversation for Elizabeth Kostova’s new novel, Mystery Play, with Terry Roberts. Expect a literary reading, onstage discussion, and Q&A in Ferguson Auditorium at A-B Tech.
An evening book launch and author conversation for Elizabeth Kostova’s new novel, Mystery Play, with Terry Roberts. Expect a literary reading, onstage discussion, and Q&A in Ferguson Auditorium at A-B Tech.
A guided community conversation on bridging social divides through shared spiritual values, with reflective dialogue on peace, unity, and listening across differences. Expect thoughtful discussion focused on common humanity and personal action.
A guided community conversation on bridging social divides through shared spiritual values, with reflective dialogue on peace, unity, and listening across differences. Expect thoughtful discussion focused on common humanity and personal action.
A guided community conversation on bridging social divides through shared spiritual values, with reflective dialogue on peace, unity, and listening across differences. Expect thoughtful discussion focused on common humanity and personal action.
An autumn equinox gathering centered on balance—welcoming light and honoring shadow through reflective ritual and contemplative practice. A calm, communal evening for intention setting, grounding, and seasonal transition in a serene retreat setting.
An autumn equinox gathering centered on balance—welcoming light and honoring shadow through reflective ritual and contemplative practice. A calm, communal evening for intention setting, grounding, and seasonal transition in a serene retreat setting.
An autumn equinox gathering centered on balance—welcoming light and honoring shadow through reflective ritual and contemplative practice. A calm, communal evening for intention setting, grounding, and seasonal transition in a serene retreat setting.
Peer-led grief support for parents and family members coping with the death of a child, centered on compassionate listening and shared healing. Recurring first-Monday gathering hosted at a Methodist church.
Peer-led grief support for parents and family members coping with the death of a child, centered on compassionate listening and shared healing. Recurring first-Monday gathering hosted at a Methodist church.
Peer-led grief support for parents and family members coping with the death of a child, centered on compassionate listening and shared healing. Recurring first-Monday gathering hosted at a Methodist church.
Outdoor community worship in a West Asheville green space, welcoming all people to explore connection with the Divine, neighbors, Creation, and inner self. Bring a folding chair or blanket for an open air gathering.
Outdoor community worship in a West Asheville green space, welcoming all people to explore connection with the Divine, neighbors, Creation, and inner self. Bring a folding chair or blanket for an open air gathering.
Outdoor community worship in a West Asheville green space, welcoming all people to explore connection with the Divine, neighbors, Creation, and inner self. Bring a folding chair or blanket for an open air gathering.
Rapid-fire PechaKucha talks bring Asheville creatives and community voices to the stage with 20 slides timed to 20 seconds each. Expect a lively taproom crowd, strong nonalcoholic options at the bar, and a food truck before the 7:30 pm program.
Rapid-fire PechaKucha talks bring Asheville creatives and community voices to the stage with 20 slides timed to 20 seconds each. Expect a lively taproom crowd, strong nonalcoholic options at the bar, and a food truck before the 7:30 pm program.
Rapid-fire PechaKucha talks bring Asheville creatives and community voices to the stage with 20 slides timed to 20 seconds each. Expect a lively taproom crowd, strong nonalcoholic options at the bar, and a food truck before the 7:30 pm program.