Friday Swannanoa Grassroots Alliance Community Meeting
A Friday morning grassroots community gathering with facilitated discussion and smaller break out groups for local projects and shared concerns. Ideal for neighbors looking to plug into civic engagement and ongoing Swannanoa initiatives.
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Public city council worksession focused on Asheville’s municipal budget, with agenda-driven discussion, staff presentations, and deliberation on spending priorities. Best for residents tracking services, taxes, and upcoming funding decisions.
Public city council worksession focused on Asheville’s municipal budget, with agenda-driven discussion, staff presentations, and deliberation on spending priorities. Best for residents tracking services, taxes, and upcoming funding decisions.
Public city council worksession focused on Asheville’s municipal budget, with agenda-driven discussion, staff presentations, and deliberation on spending priorities. Best for residents tracking services, taxes, and upcoming funding decisions.
Free mammogram screenings focus on early breast cancer detection for eligible women 40+ (typically at least one year since the last mammogram). Community health partners provide on-site diagnostic support with eligibility help available by phone.
Free mammogram screenings focus on early breast cancer detection for eligible women 40+ (typically at least one year since the last mammogram). Community health partners provide on-site diagnostic support with eligibility help available by phone.
Free mammogram screenings focus on early breast cancer detection for eligible women 40+ (typically at least one year since the last mammogram). Community health partners provide on-site diagnostic support with eligibility help available by phone.
An evening roundtable with WNC Sierra Club focused on protecting national forests and opposing rescission of the 2001 Roadless Rule. Community discussion centers on impacts to Pisgah roadless acres and local conservation action steps.
An evening roundtable with WNC Sierra Club focused on protecting national forests and opposing rescission of the 2001 Roadless Rule. Community discussion centers on impacts to Pisgah roadless acres and local conservation action steps.
An evening roundtable with WNC Sierra Club focused on protecting national forests and opposing rescission of the 2001 Roadless Rule. Community discussion centers on impacts to Pisgah roadless acres and local conservation action steps.
Lively caller led square dances to an old time stringband blend Appalachian fiddle, banjo, and guitar, with an introductory flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and a family friendly community atmosphere at Haw Creek Commons.
Lively caller led square dances to an old time stringband blend Appalachian fiddle, banjo, and guitar, with an introductory flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and a family friendly community atmosphere at Haw Creek Commons.
Lively caller led square dances to an old time stringband blend Appalachian fiddle, banjo, and guitar, with an introductory flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and a family friendly community atmosphere at Haw Creek Commons.
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.
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.
Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.
Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.
Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.
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Casual Sunday-morning conversation for local nonbelievers over coffee in the Earth Fare cafe. A low-pressure weekly meetup to connect with other nonreligious folks and stay in the loop on future group activities.
Casual Sunday-morning conversation for local nonbelievers over coffee in the Earth Fare cafe. A low-pressure weekly meetup to connect with other nonreligious folks and stay in the loop on future group activities.
Evening community foraging walks exploring local wild edible plants and seasonal edibles, teaching plant identification and ethical harvesting along Asheville greenways with hands-on guidance from local foragers.
Evening community foraging walks exploring local wild edible plants and seasonal edibles, teaching plant identification and ethical harvesting along Asheville greenways with hands-on guidance from local foragers.
Evening community foraging walks exploring local wild edible plants and seasonal edibles, teaching plant identification and ethical harvesting along Asheville greenways with hands-on guidance from local foragers.
A weekly mindfulness sit with Asheville Insight Meditation, available in person at the Weaverville Road center or online via Zoom. Quiet group practice emphasizes shared stillness, support, and steady routine.
A weekly mindfulness sit with Asheville Insight Meditation, available in person at the Weaverville Road center or online via Zoom. Quiet group practice emphasizes shared stillness, support, and steady routine.
A weekly mindfulness sit with Asheville Insight Meditation, available in person at the Weaverville Road center or online via Zoom. Quiet group practice emphasizes shared stillness, support, and steady routine.
A peer-led recovery meeting centered on cannabis use, with structured sharing and attentive listening in a supportive, nonjudgmental circle. Welcoming to all backgrounds and any stage of recovery at an American Legion hall.
A peer-led recovery meeting centered on cannabis use, with structured sharing and attentive listening in a supportive, nonjudgmental circle. Welcoming to all backgrounds and any stage of recovery at an American Legion hall.
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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.
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A restorative meditation gathering for community caregivers like psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers. Centered on wellbeing and healing arts connection in a quiet, supportive space.
A restorative meditation gathering for community caregivers like psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers. Centered on wellbeing and healing arts connection in a quiet, supportive space.
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Interactive two-day racial equity training concentrating on foundational anti-racism frameworks, historical context, and participant skill-building through facilitated discussions and practice exercises at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church.
Interactive two-day racial equity training concentrating on foundational anti-racism frameworks, historical context, and participant skill-building through facilitated discussions and practice exercises at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church.
A free 30 minute evening meditation space designed for moms to build a consistent practice, slow down busy routines, and focus on self care. Virtual gathering emphasizes calm, balance, and supportive sharing with other mothers.
A free 30 minute evening meditation space designed for moms to build a consistent practice, slow down busy routines, and focus on self care. Virtual gathering emphasizes calm, balance, and supportive sharing with other mothers.
A free 30 minute evening meditation space designed for moms to build a consistent practice, slow down busy routines, and focus on self care. Virtual gathering emphasizes calm, balance, and supportive sharing with other mothers.
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Casual mom’s meetup over espresso, tea, and breakfast sandwiches with vegan and gluten free pastries. Come solo or with kiddos for relaxed conversation and parent community building in a cozy coffee roastery space.
Casual mom’s meetup over espresso, tea, and breakfast sandwiches with vegan and gluten free pastries. Come solo or with kiddos for relaxed conversation and parent community building in a cozy coffee roastery space.
A relaxed community craft night with space to work on your own project or experiment with new hands on techniques. Expect a welcoming, collaborative hangout vibe at the Asheville Tool Library with casual creative support.
A relaxed community craft night with space to work on your own project or experiment with new hands on techniques. Expect a welcoming, collaborative hangout vibe at the Asheville Tool Library with casual creative support.
A relaxed community craft night with space to work on your own project or experiment with new hands on techniques. Expect a welcoming, collaborative hangout vibe at the Asheville Tool Library with casual creative support.
A 30 minute guided meditation followed by a short break, a 30 minute dharma talk, and a Q and A discussion circle, with clear beginner instructions. Attend in person at MindSpring or tune in online with muted audio during the sit and talk.
A 30 minute guided meditation followed by a short break, a 30 minute dharma talk, and a Q and A discussion circle, with clear beginner instructions. Attend in person at MindSpring or tune in online with muted audio during the sit and talk.
A 30 minute guided meditation followed by a short break, a 30 minute dharma talk, and a Q and A discussion circle, with clear beginner instructions. Attend in person at MindSpring or tune in online with muted audio during the sit and talk.
Guided bird walks through the Swannanoa Valley blend birdwatching with local history, with an experienced Blue Ridge Audubon leader helping you spot and identify regional species. Rotating natural areas create a low key, curiosity driven outing for nature lovers.
Guided bird walks through the Swannanoa Valley blend birdwatching with local history, with an experienced Blue Ridge Audubon leader helping you spot and identify regional species. Rotating natural areas create a low key, curiosity driven outing for nature lovers.
Guided bird walks through the Swannanoa Valley blend birdwatching with local history, with an experienced Blue Ridge Audubon leader helping you spot and identify regional species. Rotating natural areas create a low key, curiosity driven outing for nature lovers.