
Book Release for Into the Flow by Kathleen Branigan
A candid, funny debut memoir blends travel adventure, spiritual seeking, and existential comedy as Asheville author Kathleen Branigan explores trying everything in search of freedom after life falls apart.
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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.

Spontaneous improvisational scenes invite audience members to witness or step into playful performance in a supportive, participatory space. Bring curiosity, presence, and openness to a shared creative experience.

Spontaneous improvisational scenes invite audience members to witness or step into playful performance in a supportive, participatory space. Bring curiosity, presence, and openness to a shared creative experience.
Spontaneous improvisational scenes invite audience members to witness or step into playful performance in a supportive, participatory space. Bring curiosity, presence, and openness to a shared creative experience.

An informative, relaxing webinar introduces a simple guided meditation technique aimed at accessing inner peace, spiritual love, and wisdom. Expect gentle instruction on reconnecting with true nature for gradual personal transformation.

An informative, relaxing webinar introduces a simple guided meditation technique aimed at accessing inner peace, spiritual love, and wisdom. Expect gentle instruction on reconnecting with true nature for gradual personal transformation.
An informative, relaxing webinar introduces a simple guided meditation technique aimed at accessing inner peace, spiritual love, and wisdom. Expect gentle instruction on reconnecting with true nature for gradual personal transformation.

Explore 23 sophisticated yet approachable cocktail recipes alongside photography of Western North Carolina landscapes and Asheville’s bar culture, with author signing and cocktails available for purchase.

Explore 23 sophisticated yet approachable cocktail recipes alongside photography of Western North Carolina landscapes and Asheville’s bar culture, with author signing and cocktails available for purchase.
Explore 23 sophisticated yet approachable cocktail recipes alongside photography of Western North Carolina landscapes and Asheville’s bar culture, with author signing and cocktails available for purchase.

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.

A relaxed literary discussion invites adult readers to explore Marjan Kamali’s novel The Lion Women of Tehran, sharing interpretations of its characters, themes, and reading experiences.

A relaxed literary discussion invites adult readers to explore Marjan Kamali’s novel The Lion Women of Tehran, sharing interpretations of its characters, themes, and reading experiences.
A relaxed literary discussion invites adult readers to explore Marjan Kamali’s novel The Lion Women of Tehran, sharing interpretations of its characters, themes, and reading experiences.

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.

A two-hour participatory playshop blends movement, music, storytelling, and unscripted connection in a welcoming space for newcomers and returning participants to explore creativity together.

A two-hour participatory playshop blends movement, music, storytelling, and unscripted connection in a welcoming space for newcomers and returning participants to explore creativity together.
A two-hour participatory playshop blends movement, music, storytelling, and unscripted connection in a welcoming space for newcomers and returning participants to explore creativity together.
A thoughtful conversation explores ideas of the soul alongside scientific inquiry, bringing spiritual and empirical perspectives into dialogue in a community gathering.
A thoughtful conversation explores ideas of the soul alongside scientific inquiry, bringing spiritual and empirical perspectives into dialogue in a community gathering.
A thoughtful conversation explores ideas of the soul alongside scientific inquiry, bringing spiritual and empirical perspectives into dialogue in a community gathering.
Gentle yoga flows unfold alongside sociable goats, blending stretching and mindful movement with playful animal interaction. Expect plenty of giggles and a relaxed, cheerful atmosphere.
Gentle yoga flows unfold alongside sociable goats, blending stretching and mindful movement with playful animal interaction. Expect plenty of giggles and a relaxed, cheerful atmosphere.
Gentle yoga flows unfold alongside sociable goats, blending stretching and mindful movement with playful animal interaction. Expect plenty of giggles and a relaxed, cheerful atmosphere.

An intimate poetry gathering centered on spoken word, original verse, and creative expression, bringing Asheville writers and listeners together in a welcoming, reflective studio setting.

An intimate poetry gathering centered on spoken word, original verse, and creative expression, bringing Asheville writers and listeners together in a welcoming, reflective studio setting.
An intimate poetry gathering centered on spoken word, original verse, and creative expression, bringing Asheville writers and listeners together in a welcoming, reflective studio setting.
A community conversation explores whether humanity is approaching a spiritual tipping point, inviting reflection on changing beliefs, shared values, and spirituality’s place in contemporary life.
A community conversation explores whether humanity is approaching a spiritual tipping point, inviting reflection on changing beliefs, shared values, and spirituality’s place in contemporary life.
A community conversation explores whether humanity is approaching a spiritual tipping point, inviting reflection on changing beliefs, shared values, and spirituality’s place in contemporary life.

True, personal five-minute stories land in rapid-fire rounds as audience and judges pick favorites in a classic StorySLAM format. Expect funny, heartfelt, and unpredictable tales with an anything-goes theme and open signup.

True, personal five-minute stories land in rapid-fire rounds as audience and judges pick favorites in a classic StorySLAM format. Expect funny, heartfelt, and unpredictable tales with an anything-goes theme and open signup.
True, personal five-minute stories land in rapid-fire rounds as audience and judges pick favorites in a classic StorySLAM format. Expect funny, heartfelt, and unpredictable tales with an anything-goes theme and open signup.

A welcoming, nonjudgmental memoir workshop uses themed prompts to help participants explore lived experiences and write their stories. Most of the session is dedicated to writing, with optional sharing and no edits or criticism.

A welcoming, nonjudgmental memoir workshop uses themed prompts to help participants explore lived experiences and write their stories. Most of the session is dedicated to writing, with optional sharing and no edits or criticism.
A welcoming, nonjudgmental memoir workshop uses themed prompts to help participants explore lived experiences and write their stories. Most of the session is dedicated to writing, with optional sharing and no edits or criticism.
Guided breathing practices and cacao create space for relaxation, mindful connection, and self-care in a welcoming Asheville coffee and tea shop.
Guided breathing practices and cacao create space for relaxation, mindful connection, and self-care in a welcoming Asheville coffee and tea shop.
Guided breathing practices and cacao create space for relaxation, mindful connection, and self-care in a welcoming Asheville coffee and tea shop.

Take the mic for a hosted open mic showcase in a downtown kava lounge, with a relaxed late-night setting for sharing songs, poetry, comedy, or other performances.

Take the mic for a hosted open mic showcase in a downtown kava lounge, with a relaxed late-night setting for sharing songs, poetry, comedy, or other performances.
Take the mic for a hosted open mic showcase in a downtown kava lounge, with a relaxed late-night setting for sharing songs, poetry, comedy, or other performances.

Discuss Virginia Evans’s novel The Correspondent in an adult evening book club, sharing perspectives on the month’s pick in a welcoming public library setting.

Discuss Virginia Evans’s novel The Correspondent in an adult evening book club, sharing perspectives on the month’s pick in a welcoming public library setting.
Discuss Virginia Evans’s novel The Correspondent in an adult evening book club, sharing perspectives on the month’s pick in a welcoming public library setting.

A community forum explores Asheville’s affordable housing crisis, homelessness, and the policies shaping the city’s future. Hear mayoral candidates discuss local priorities and civic challenges.

A community forum explores Asheville’s affordable housing crisis, homelessness, and the policies shaping the city’s future. Hear mayoral candidates discuss local priorities and civic challenges.
A community forum explores Asheville’s affordable housing crisis, homelessness, and the policies shaping the city’s future. Hear mayoral candidates discuss local priorities and civic challenges.

Explore how humility deepens connection to the Divine and strengthens meditation practice in a free, welcoming spiritual-awareness webinar. Learn reflective techniques for cultivating success on a spiritual journey.

Explore how humility deepens connection to the Divine and strengthens meditation practice in a free, welcoming spiritual-awareness webinar. Learn reflective techniques for cultivating success on a spiritual journey.
Explore how humility deepens connection to the Divine and strengthens meditation practice in a free, welcoming spiritual-awareness webinar. Learn reflective techniques for cultivating success on a spiritual journey.

A 20 minute triple scream stress release session on a river facing brewery deck before opening time, built for cathartic volume and shared laughter. Drop in with the Buncombe County Library crew for an all welcome monthly meetup with easy parking.

A 20 minute triple scream stress release session on a river facing brewery deck before opening time, built for cathartic volume and shared laughter. Drop in with the Buncombe County Library crew for an all welcome monthly meetup with easy parking.
A 20 minute triple scream stress release session on a river facing brewery deck before opening time, built for cathartic volume and shared laughter. Drop in with the Buncombe County Library crew for an all welcome monthly meetup with easy parking.
