
Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority (BCTDA) Board Meeting
Monthly public board meeting of the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority at the Explore Asheville office, last Wednesday at 9 a.m.; agendas posted 48 hours prior, with minutes and performance recaps published afterward.
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Monthly public board meeting at 9 a.m., with agendas posted 48 hours in advance and follow-up materials—minutes, staff recaps, and performance indexes—published after each session for public review.

Monthly public board meeting at 9 a.m., with agendas posted 48 hours in advance and follow-up materials—minutes, staff recaps, and performance indexes—published after each session for public review.
Monthly public board meeting at 9 a.m., with agendas posted 48 hours in advance and follow-up materials—minutes, staff recaps, and performance indexes—published after each session for public review.

City-led public meeting where proposed development and architectural design details are reviewed with staff and community input. Expect agenda-based discussion on site plans, aesthetics, and zoning considerations with time for public comment.

City-led public meeting where proposed development and architectural design details are reviewed with staff and community input. Expect agenda-based discussion on site plans, aesthetics, and zoning considerations with time for public comment.
City-led public meeting where proposed development and architectural design details are reviewed with staff and community input. Expect agenda-based discussion on site plans, aesthetics, and zoning considerations with time for public comment.

Weekly business-referral networking built around consistent participation, relationship-building, and lead generation in a professional setting. Meets via Microsoft Teams for a 90-minute morning session, with an in-person meetup every second Wednesday.

Weekly business-referral networking built around consistent participation, relationship-building, and lead generation in a professional setting. Meets via Microsoft Teams for a 90-minute morning session, with an in-person meetup every second Wednesday.
Weekly business-referral networking built around consistent participation, relationship-building, and lead generation in a professional setting. Meets via Microsoft Teams for a 90-minute morning session, with an in-person meetup every second Wednesday.

Low key Monday evening meetup for local professionals, creatives, and community builders to casually network, swap ideas, and make connections in a relaxed venue, with walk-ins welcome and conversational mingling.

Low key Monday evening meetup for local professionals, creatives, and community builders to casually network, swap ideas, and make connections in a relaxed venue, with walk-ins welcome and conversational mingling.
Low key Monday evening meetup for local professionals, creatives, and community builders to casually network, swap ideas, and make connections in a relaxed venue, with walk-ins welcome and conversational mingling.

An easy-paced group walk around Lake Junaluska with scenic water and mountain views. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for a guided-style outing focused on fresh air, light movement, and local connection.

An easy-paced group walk around Lake Junaluska with scenic water and mountain views. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for a guided-style outing focused on fresh air, light movement, and local connection.
An easy-paced group walk around Lake Junaluska with scenic water and mountain views. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for a guided-style outing focused on fresh air, light movement, and local connection.

Casual travel lovers meetup built around a quick-fire gear show and tell—packing cubes, clever gadgets, and practical travel hacks shared in 1–2 minute bursts. Come to swap tips or take notes over beverages for purchase.

Casual travel lovers meetup built around a quick-fire gear show and tell—packing cubes, clever gadgets, and practical travel hacks shared in 1–2 minute bursts. Come to swap tips or take notes over beverages for purchase.
Casual travel lovers meetup built around a quick-fire gear show and tell—packing cubes, clever gadgets, and practical travel hacks shared in 1–2 minute bursts. Come to swap tips or take notes over beverages for purchase.

After-work networking for local entrepreneurs and small businesses to connect with health and community-service partners, browse resource tables, and pursue mentorship and partnership opportunities for business growth.

After-work networking for local entrepreneurs and small businesses to connect with health and community-service partners, browse resource tables, and pursue mentorship and partnership opportunities for business growth.
After-work networking for local entrepreneurs and small businesses to connect with health and community-service partners, browse resource tables, and pursue mentorship and partnership opportunities for business growth.

An afternoon drop-in at the I-26 West NC Welcome Center focused on regional travel ideas and visitor resources. Meet local tourism contacts, gather maps and brochures, and plan scenic drives, attractions, and day trips around Madison County.

An afternoon drop-in at the I-26 West NC Welcome Center focused on regional travel ideas and visitor resources. Meet local tourism contacts, gather maps and brochures, and plan scenic drives, attractions, and day trips around Madison County.
An afternoon drop-in at the I-26 West NC Welcome Center focused on regional travel ideas and visitor resources. Meet local tourism contacts, gather maps and brochures, and plan scenic drives, attractions, and day trips around Madison County.
Historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville, tracing key people, places, and turning points in the city’s past. Expect story-rich context, architectural details, and plenty of local trivia with a community-minded group.
Historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville, tracing key people, places, and turning points in the city’s past. Expect story-rich context, architectural details, and plenty of local trivia with a community-minded group.
Historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville, tracing key people, places, and turning points in the city’s past. Expect story-rich context, architectural details, and plenty of local trivia with a community-minded group.

Casual Wednesday evenings of tabletop strategy, party, and cooperative board and card games with friendly players and patient hosts who teach anyone; weekly drop-in format welcomes solo players and complete beginners from 5:30–9:30 p.m.

Casual Wednesday evenings of tabletop strategy, party, and cooperative board and card games with friendly players and patient hosts who teach anyone; weekly drop-in format welcomes solo players and complete beginners from 5:30–9:30 p.m.
Casual Wednesday evenings of tabletop strategy, party, and cooperative board and card games with friendly players and patient hosts who teach anyone; weekly drop-in format welcomes solo players and complete beginners from 5:30–9:30 p.m.

Fast-paced business networking with open mingling, an interactive Know Grow Refer game, and roundtable member pitches to spark collaborations and referral-building relationships in a welcoming professional setting.

Fast-paced business networking with open mingling, an interactive Know Grow Refer game, and roundtable member pitches to spark collaborations and referral-building relationships in a welcoming professional setting.
Fast-paced business networking with open mingling, an interactive Know Grow Refer game, and roundtable member pitches to spark collaborations and referral-building relationships in a welcoming professional setting.

Weekly Toastmasters-style practice where everyone speaks each meeting, with supportive feedback and structured speaking roles. Expect a mid-size group of 15–25 focused on confidence building, impromptu talks, and presentation skills; guests welcome free with no prep.

Weekly Toastmasters-style practice where everyone speaks each meeting, with supportive feedback and structured speaking roles. Expect a mid-size group of 15–25 focused on confidence building, impromptu talks, and presentation skills; guests welcome free with no prep.
Weekly Toastmasters-style practice where everyone speaks each meeting, with supportive feedback and structured speaking roles. Expect a mid-size group of 15–25 focused on confidence building, impromptu talks, and presentation skills; guests welcome free with no prep.

Open-air drum circle where hand drums, shakers, and improvised rhythms build into a communal groove in the heart of downtown. Drop in to play or listen, with a spontaneous, danceable, all-levels vibe in a public park.

Open-air drum circle where hand drums, shakers, and improvised rhythms build into a communal groove in the heart of downtown. Drop in to play or listen, with a spontaneous, danceable, all-levels vibe in a public park.
Open-air drum circle where hand drums, shakers, and improvised rhythms build into a communal groove in the heart of downtown. Drop in to play or listen, with a spontaneous, danceable, all-levels vibe in a public park.

Local vendors fill the Market Street corridor with seasonal produce, baked treats, and artisan goods. A casual downtown browse-and-shop atmosphere with neighborhood mingling and small-batch finds.

Local vendors fill the Market Street corridor with seasonal produce, baked treats, and artisan goods. A casual downtown browse-and-shop atmosphere with neighborhood mingling and small-batch finds.
Local vendors fill the Market Street corridor with seasonal produce, baked treats, and artisan goods. A casual downtown browse-and-shop atmosphere with neighborhood mingling and small-batch finds.

Competitive tennis matches unfold on Aston Park’s outdoor hard courts in a community tournament atmosphere. Expect bracket-style play, spectators on site, and a midday summer sports vibe at the city tennis center.

Competitive tennis matches unfold on Aston Park’s outdoor hard courts in a community tournament atmosphere. Expect bracket-style play, spectators on site, and a midday summer sports vibe at the city tennis center.
Competitive tennis matches unfold on Aston Park’s outdoor hard courts in a community tournament atmosphere. Expect bracket-style play, spectators on site, and a midday summer sports vibe at the city tennis center.

Paced, social Tuesday evening road rides meeting at 5:30pm for a 6pm departure; weekly through August, open to all skill levels and led by a local bike shop with BRBC support.

Paced, social Tuesday evening road rides meeting at 5:30pm for a 6pm departure; weekly through August, open to all skill levels and led by a local bike shop with BRBC support.
Paced, social Tuesday evening road rides meeting at 5:30pm for a 6pm departure; weekly through August, open to all skill levels and led by a local bike shop with BRBC support.

Casual mid-morning business networking for Asheville professionals focusing on collaboration, referrals, and local small business growth, hosted at a community wellness center; typically 35–50 attendees and no membership required.

Casual mid-morning business networking for Asheville professionals focusing on collaboration, referrals, and local small business growth, hosted at a community wellness center; typically 35–50 attendees and no membership required.
Casual mid-morning business networking for Asheville professionals focusing on collaboration, referrals, and local small business growth, hosted at a community wellness center; typically 35–50 attendees and no membership required.

Free, drop in property value appeal clinic with Buncombe County assessment staff and volunteer real estate experts answering questions on assessed values, tax relief programs, and how to file and navigate the appeals process.

Free, drop in property value appeal clinic with Buncombe County assessment staff and volunteer real estate experts answering questions on assessed values, tax relief programs, and how to file and navigate the appeals process.
Free, drop in property value appeal clinic with Buncombe County assessment staff and volunteer real estate experts answering questions on assessed values, tax relief programs, and how to file and navigate the appeals process.

Pedal paced morning group ride through Asheville neighborhoods that ends at a local coffee stop for casual socializing and bike camaraderie. Beginner friendly community meet for riders of all skill levels.

Pedal paced morning group ride through Asheville neighborhoods that ends at a local coffee stop for casual socializing and bike camaraderie. Beginner friendly community meet for riders of all skill levels.
Pedal paced morning group ride through Asheville neighborhoods that ends at a local coffee stop for casual socializing and bike camaraderie. Beginner friendly community meet for riders of all skill levels.

Casual midday coffee networking for local professionals and entrepreneurs at Atlanta Bread, focused on introductions, referrals, and relaxed business conversation over brewed coffee and pastries.

Casual midday coffee networking for local professionals and entrepreneurs at Atlanta Bread, focused on introductions, referrals, and relaxed business conversation over brewed coffee and pastries.
Casual midday coffee networking for local professionals and entrepreneurs at Atlanta Bread, focused on introductions, referrals, and relaxed business conversation over brewed coffee and pastries.