Ed Talks: Education is Freedom
Paulo Freire–inspired TEDx-style talks and short presentations exploring public education as the foundation of democracy, with educators, students, and community leaders debating reform, pedagogy, and civic stewardship at A-B Tech.
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Facilitated community dialogue exploring visions of peace through personal stories and collective reflection at a neighborhood community center; free ticketed admission encourages inclusive participation and intergenerational conversation.
Facilitated community dialogue exploring visions of peace through personal stories and collective reflection at a neighborhood community center; free ticketed admission encourages inclusive participation and intergenerational conversation.
Facilitated community dialogue exploring visions of peace through personal stories and collective reflection at a neighborhood community center; free ticketed admission encourages inclusive participation and intergenerational conversation.
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.
Table-centered, question-led discussions exploring practical philosophy and spiritual curiosities in an open, nonjudgmental circle; attendees submit and vote on topics, with askers offering opening thoughts before group dialogue and reflection.
Table-centered, question-led discussions exploring practical philosophy and spiritual curiosities in an open, nonjudgmental circle; attendees submit and vote on topics, with askers offering opening thoughts before group dialogue and reflection.
Table-centered, question-led discussions exploring practical philosophy and spiritual curiosities in an open, nonjudgmental circle; attendees submit and vote on topics, with askers offering opening thoughts before group dialogue and reflection.
Visionary storytellers turn setbacks into creative opportunity across 12 TEDx talks interleaved with Stewart Owen Dance Company performances and Dixon Violin; includes audience participation, speaker Q&A, catered lunch, and theater networking.
Visionary storytellers turn setbacks into creative opportunity across 12 TEDx talks interleaved with Stewart Owen Dance Company performances and Dixon Violin; includes audience participation, speaker Q&A, catered lunch, and theater networking.
Visionary storytellers turn setbacks into creative opportunity across 12 TEDx talks interleaved with Stewart Owen Dance Company performances and Dixon Violin; includes audience participation, speaker Q&A, catered lunch, and theater networking.·Open TEDx Matching
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.
Planning, Economic Development & Environment Committee meeting at Asheville, NC featuring virtual sessions with agenda and materials and discussions on planning, economic development, and environmental issues, organized by AVL Today. Target audience: civic stakeholders and those interested in local government and education.
Planning, Economic Development & Environment Committee meeting at Asheville, NC featuring virtual sessions with agenda and materials and discussions on planning, economic development, and environmental issues, organized by AVL Today. Target audience: civic stakeholders and those interested in local government and education.
Planning, Economic Development & Environment Committee meeting at Asheville, NC featuring virtual sessions with agenda and materials and discussions on planning, economic development, and environmental issues, organized by AVL Today. Target audience: civic stakeholders and those interested in local government and education.
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.
Guided community foraging walks through urban and forested Asheville greenspaces identifying seasonal wild edibles, hands on plant id, and ethical harvest techniques for a beginner friendly, participatory nature skills experience.
Guided community foraging walks through urban and forested Asheville greenspaces identifying seasonal wild edibles, hands on plant id, and ethical harvest techniques for a beginner friendly, participatory nature skills experience.
Guided community foraging walks through urban and forested Asheville greenspaces identifying seasonal wild edibles, hands on plant id, and ethical harvest techniques for a beginner friendly, participatory nature skills experience.
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.
Local impact short documentaries made with mission driven nonprofits screen alongside an intimate post film conversation with directors and partner organizations. Expect a creative meet and mingle focused on regional filmmaking and community connection.
Local impact short documentaries made with mission driven nonprofits screen alongside an intimate post film conversation with directors and partner organizations. Expect a creative meet and mingle focused on regional filmmaking and community connection.
Local impact short documentaries made with mission driven nonprofits screen alongside an intimate post film conversation with directors and partner organizations. Expect a creative meet and mingle focused on regional filmmaking and community connection.
Practical strategies for greenway design that reduce flooding, strengthen neighborhood connections, and preserve natural corridors; local residents and experts share case studies, funding tips, and next step planning for Swannanoa area resilience.
Practical strategies for greenway design that reduce flooding, strengthen neighborhood connections, and preserve natural corridors; local residents and experts share case studies, funding tips, and next step planning for Swannanoa area resilience.
Practical strategies for greenway design that reduce flooding, strengthen neighborhood connections, and preserve natural corridors; local residents and experts share case studies, funding tips, and next step planning for Swannanoa area resilience.
Peer led 90 minute one mile walk through local neighborhoods exploring lived experiences of poverty, highlighting systemic barriers, local resource navigation, and personal narratives to inform advocacy.
Peer led 90 minute one mile walk through local neighborhoods exploring lived experiences of poverty, highlighting systemic barriers, local resource navigation, and personal narratives to inform advocacy.
Peer led 90 minute one mile walk through local neighborhoods exploring lived experiences of poverty, highlighting systemic barriers, local resource navigation, and personal narratives to inform advocacy.
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.
Exploratory talk on the transformative role of art and ornament in garden design, highlighting ornamental accents and placement strategies to turn landscapes from beautiful into unforgettable at a local nursery.
Exploratory talk on the transformative role of art and ornament in garden design, highlighting ornamental accents and placement strategies to turn landscapes from beautiful into unforgettable at a local nursery.
Exploratory talk on the transformative role of art and ornament in garden design, highlighting ornamental accents and placement strategies to turn landscapes from beautiful into unforgettable at a local nursery.
Exploratory local history presentation on Warren Wilson’s role in the Swannanoa Valley, pairing archival photos and oral histories with curator-led interpretation at the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History Center.
Exploratory local history presentation on Warren Wilson’s role in the Swannanoa Valley, pairing archival photos and oral histories with curator-led interpretation at the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History Center.
Exploratory local history presentation on Warren Wilson’s role in the Swannanoa Valley, pairing archival photos and oral histories with curator-led interpretation at the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History Center.
Close looking sessions led by a volunteer educator encourage slow, contemplative inspection of artworks to foster relaxation and social connection in a small group museum gallery.
Close looking sessions led by a volunteer educator encourage slow, contemplative inspection of artworks to foster relaxation and social connection in a small group museum gallery.
Close looking sessions led by a volunteer educator encourage slow, contemplative inspection of artworks to foster relaxation and social connection in a small group museum gallery.
Planned political rally and public demonstration led by Indivisible Asheville/WNC in a downtown public square; details and start time TBA, likely featuring civic speeches, grassroots organizing, and community mobilization.
Planned political rally and public demonstration led by Indivisible Asheville/WNC in a downtown public square; details and start time TBA, likely featuring civic speeches, grassroots organizing, and community mobilization.
Planned political rally and public demonstration led by Indivisible Asheville/WNC in a downtown public square; details and start time TBA, likely featuring civic speeches, grassroots organizing, and community mobilization.
Two hour place based writing walk through Asheville's historic Black cultural district focused on storytelling and creative placemaking, moving less than a mile with guided prompts, cafe stops, and community writing sessions.
Two hour place based writing walk through Asheville's historic Black cultural district focused on storytelling and creative placemaking, moving less than a mile with guided prompts, cafe stops, and community writing sessions.
Two hour place based writing walk through Asheville's historic Black cultural district focused on storytelling and creative placemaking, moving less than a mile with guided prompts, cafe stops, and community writing sessions.
Curated screening of up to seven East Coast short films spanning intimate character pieces to bold cinematic experiments, followed by a live Q&A with an Asheville filmmaker about creative process, production challenges, and storytelling choices.
Curated screening of up to seven East Coast short films spanning intimate character pieces to bold cinematic experiments, followed by a live Q&A with an Asheville filmmaker about creative process, production challenges, and storytelling choices.
Curated screening of up to seven East Coast short films spanning intimate character pieces to bold cinematic experiments, followed by a live Q&A with an Asheville filmmaker about creative process, production challenges, and storytelling choices.
Skill-building sessions for local Black entrepreneurs and allies focused on business growth, strategy, and practical resources. Expect discussion-driven learning with time to connect, collaborate, and strengthen Asheville’s Black business community.
Skill-building sessions for local Black entrepreneurs and allies focused on business growth, strategy, and practical resources. Expect discussion-driven learning with time to connect, collaborate, and strengthen Asheville’s Black business community.
Skill-building sessions for local Black entrepreneurs and allies focused on business growth, strategy, and practical resources. Expect discussion-driven learning with time to connect, collaborate, and strengthen Asheville’s Black business community.