Closing the Device Divide: WNC
Hands on community workshop tackling the device gap through e waste collection, refurbishment, and free device distribution to expand digital equity in rural WNC; technical volunteers help connect residents to broadband and hardware.
Similar Events
Accessible, nontechnical workshop explaining the AGI transition and its likely impacts on jobs, daily life, and policy; includes intuitive frameworks, discussion of societal risks, and practical preparedness for community members.
Accessible, nontechnical workshop explaining the AGI transition and its likely impacts on jobs, daily life, and policy; includes intuitive frameworks, discussion of societal risks, and practical preparedness for community members.
Accessible, nontechnical workshop explaining the AGI transition and its likely impacts on jobs, daily life, and policy; includes intuitive frameworks, discussion of societal risks, and practical preparedness for community members.
Hands-on primer for building LLM systems with Ollama and Python, using simple, runnable examples that work on almost any computer; beginner-friendly exercises, guided setup, and optional pre-class networking.
Hands-on primer for building LLM systems with Ollama and Python, using simple, runnable examples that work on almost any computer; beginner-friendly exercises, guided setup, and optional pre-class networking.
Hands-on primer for building LLM systems with Ollama and Python, using simple, runnable examples that work on almost any computer; beginner-friendly exercises, guided setup, and optional pre-class networking.
Interactive workshop exploring mountain microclimates, extreme weather drivers, and regional climate trends with forecasting demos, data analysis, and community science activities geared toward students and local stakeholders.
Interactive workshop exploring mountain microclimates, extreme weather drivers, and regional climate trends with forecasting demos, data analysis, and community science activities geared toward students and local stakeholders.
Interactive workshop exploring mountain microclimates, extreme weather drivers, and regional climate trends with forecasting demos, data analysis, and community science activities geared toward students and local stakeholders.
Fireside-style conversation with local tech employers detailing open roles, pay ranges, benefits, and desired skills; ideal for job-seekers and bootcamp grads seeking employer insights in a casual library community room.
Fireside-style conversation with local tech employers detailing open roles, pay ranges, benefits, and desired skills; ideal for job-seekers and bootcamp grads seeking employer insights in a casual library community room.
Fireside-style conversation with local tech employers detailing open roles, pay ranges, benefits, and desired skills; ideal for job-seekers and bootcamp grads seeking employer insights in a casual library community room.
Interactive lunchtime briefing on Western North Carolina weather and climate extremes, detailing forecasting methods, model interpretation, and local impact assessment for planners and curious residents at the North Carolina Arboretum.
Interactive lunchtime briefing on Western North Carolina weather and climate extremes, detailing forecasting methods, model interpretation, and local impact assessment for planners and curious residents at the North Carolina Arboretum.
Interactive lunchtime briefing on Western North Carolina weather and climate extremes, detailing forecasting methods, model interpretation, and local impact assessment for planners and curious residents at the North Carolina Arboretum.
Interactive peer-led session for digital nomads exploring practical manifesting self techniques, boundary-setting, and productivity strategies in a confidential, supportive library meetup for remote work skill-building and community troubleshooting.
Interactive peer-led session for digital nomads exploring practical manifesting self techniques, boundary-setting, and productivity strategies in a confidential, supportive library meetup for remote work skill-building and community troubleshooting.
Interactive peer-led session for digital nomads exploring practical manifesting self techniques, boundary-setting, and productivity strategies in a confidential, supportive library meetup for remote work skill-building and community troubleshooting.
Forward-looking civic briefing on downtown Asheville's economic development, safety, and cultural vitality; city planners, business owners, and community leaders present updates and solicit public input in a public forum and stakeholder panel.
Forward-looking civic briefing on downtown Asheville's economic development, safety, and cultural vitality; city planners, business owners, and community leaders present updates and solicit public input in a public forum and stakeholder panel.
Forward-looking civic briefing on downtown Asheville's economic development, safety, and cultural vitality; city planners, business owners, and community leaders present updates and solicit public input in a public forum and stakeholder panel.
Hands-on habitat restoration focused on invasive species removal, native plantings, and trail maintenance along Fox Creek, providing outdoor volunteer opportunities for families and adults with basic tools and moderate physical activity.
Hands-on habitat restoration focused on invasive species removal, native plantings, and trail maintenance along Fox Creek, providing outdoor volunteer opportunities for families and adults with basic tools and moderate physical activity.
Hands-on habitat restoration focused on invasive species removal, native plantings, and trail maintenance along Fox Creek, providing outdoor volunteer opportunities for families and adults with basic tools and moderate physical activity.
Tactile, curiosity driven festival of invention with hands on workshops, robotics demos, 3D printing stations, and interactive maker booths for kids and adults exploring DIY electronics, crafts, and creative engineering.
Tactile, curiosity driven festival of invention with hands on workshops, robotics demos, 3D printing stations, and interactive maker booths for kids and adults exploring DIY electronics, crafts, and creative engineering.
Tactile, curiosity driven festival of invention with hands on workshops, robotics demos, 3D printing stations, and interactive maker booths for kids and adults exploring DIY electronics, crafts, and creative engineering.
Hands-on workshop teaching how to grow, preserve, and cook with culinary herbs, covering planting, harvesting, drying, and simple kitchen techniques like sauces and infused oils.
Hands-on workshop teaching how to grow, preserve, and cook with culinary herbs, covering planting, harvesting, drying, and simple kitchen techniques like sauces and infused oils.
Hands-on workshop teaching how to grow, preserve, and cook with culinary herbs, covering planting, harvesting, drying, and simple kitchen techniques like sauces and infused oils.
Hands-on spinning demonstrations and community circle performances with skill showcases and audience participation, tailored as a family-friendly afternoon school assembly featuring touring performers and student involvement.
Hands-on spinning demonstrations and community circle performances with skill showcases and audience participation, tailored as a family-friendly afternoon school assembly featuring touring performers and student involvement.
Hands-on spinning demonstrations and community circle performances with skill showcases and audience participation, tailored as a family-friendly afternoon school assembly featuring touring performers and student involvement.
A casual policy talk in a brewery taproom centered on housing supply and local solutions. Expect community conversation and networking with civic minded Asheville locals over pints in a laid back setting.
A casual policy talk in a brewery taproom centered on housing supply and local solutions. Expect community conversation and networking with civic minded Asheville locals over pints in a laid back setting.
A casual policy talk in a brewery taproom centered on housing supply and local solutions. Expect community conversation and networking with civic minded Asheville locals over pints in a laid back setting.
Two day home improvement expo connects WNC homeowners with local contractors, product demos, and short educational talks focused on remodeling ideas, energy efficient upgrades, and hands on project guidance at the WNC Ag Center.
Two day home improvement expo connects WNC homeowners with local contractors, product demos, and short educational talks focused on remodeling ideas, energy efficient upgrades, and hands on project guidance at the WNC Ag Center.
Two day home improvement expo connects WNC homeowners with local contractors, product demos, and short educational talks focused on remodeling ideas, energy efficient upgrades, and hands on project guidance at the WNC Ag Center.
Hands on stream ecology workshop with live demos of macroinvertebrate sampling, water quality testing, and simple habitat assessments; participants practice field techniques and species identification for local freshwater invertebrates and watershed stewardship.
Hands on stream ecology workshop with live demos of macroinvertebrate sampling, water quality testing, and simple habitat assessments; participants practice field techniques and species identification for local freshwater invertebrates and watershed stewardship.
Hands on stream ecology workshop with live demos of macroinvertebrate sampling, water quality testing, and simple habitat assessments; participants practice field techniques and species identification for local freshwater invertebrates and watershed stewardship.
Hands on workshop teaching whole grain bowl crafting, flavor pairings, and quick meal prep techniques for healthier weeknight lunches, hosted by N.C. Cooperative Extension in Waynesville for beginner home cooks.
Hands on workshop teaching whole grain bowl crafting, flavor pairings, and quick meal prep techniques for healthier weeknight lunches, hosted by N.C. Cooperative Extension in Waynesville for beginner home cooks.
Hands on workshop teaching whole grain bowl crafting, flavor pairings, and quick meal prep techniques for healthier weeknight lunches, hosted by N.C. Cooperative Extension in Waynesville for beginner home cooks.
One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.
One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.
One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.
Casual coworking and peer programming session where developers bring personal projects or join open codebases; expect collaborative problem solving, pair programming, and low pressure help in a relaxed social setting.
Casual coworking and peer programming session where developers bring personal projects or join open codebases; expect collaborative problem solving, pair programming, and low pressure help in a relaxed social setting.
Casual coworking and peer programming session where developers bring personal projects or join open codebases; expect collaborative problem solving, pair programming, and low pressure help in a relaxed social setting.
Deep dive discussions of contemporary global politics, economics, and culture grounded in a selected book; participants analyze climate science, historical conflicts, and social dynamics through moderated, civic-minded conversation.
Deep dive discussions of contemporary global politics, economics, and culture grounded in a selected book; participants analyze climate science, historical conflicts, and social dynamics through moderated, civic-minded conversation.
Deep dive discussions of contemporary global politics, economics, and culture grounded in a selected book; participants analyze climate science, historical conflicts, and social dynamics through moderated, civic-minded conversation.
Guided close-looking sessions led by a volunteer educator using slow, intentional observation to cultivate relaxation and interpersonal connection amid gallery artworks; suited to quiet reflection and conversational exploration of visual details.
Guided close-looking sessions led by a volunteer educator using slow, intentional observation to cultivate relaxation and interpersonal connection amid gallery artworks; suited to quiet reflection and conversational exploration of visual details.
Guided close-looking sessions led by a volunteer educator using slow, intentional observation to cultivate relaxation and interpersonal connection amid gallery artworks; suited to quiet reflection and conversational exploration of visual details.
Hands-on Python workshop exploring the OpenAI API to build custom QA and chatbot tools, with networking at 5:30; suitable for beginners and experienced developers at Skyland/South Buncombe Library.
Hands-on Python workshop exploring the OpenAI API to build custom QA and chatbot tools, with networking at 5:30; suitable for beginners and experienced developers at Skyland/South Buncombe Library.
Hands-on Python workshop exploring the OpenAI API to build custom QA and chatbot tools, with networking at 5:30; suitable for beginners and experienced developers at Skyland/South Buncombe Library.