
Heartwood with Sonya Renee Taylor and Lindsay Branham
An intimate author conversation explores environmental psychology, tree wisdom, and reciprocal relationships with the natural world. Lindsay Branham and Sonya Renee Taylor consider how kinship with trees can support personal and ecological healing.
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An evening author event at an indie bookstore with readings, conversation, and a book signing with Lindsay Branham and Sonya Renee Taylor. Expect thoughtful discussion centered on writing, culture, and social justice themes in an intimate literary setting.

An evening author event at an indie bookstore with readings, conversation, and a book signing with Lindsay Branham and Sonya Renee Taylor. Expect thoughtful discussion centered on writing, culture, and social justice themes in an intimate literary setting.
An evening author event at an indie bookstore with readings, conversation, and a book signing with Lindsay Branham and Sonya Renee Taylor. Expect thoughtful discussion centered on writing, culture, and social justice themes in an intimate literary setting.
Intimate author conversation with Abrea Armstrong and Tamara Olmedo (Cuentos & Cafe) centered on “book tea” and liberation-minded storytelling. Expect a community-forward literary night in an independent bookstore setting.
Intimate author conversation with Abrea Armstrong and Tamara Olmedo (Cuentos & Cafe) centered on “book tea” and liberation-minded storytelling. Expect a community-forward literary night in an independent bookstore setting.
Intimate author conversation with Abrea Armstrong and Tamara Olmedo (Cuentos & Cafe) centered on “book tea” and liberation-minded storytelling. Expect a community-forward literary night in an independent bookstore setting.

A short guided hike into a mature Appalachian mountainside forest in Weaverville blends forest bathing, quiet presence with trees, and nature-based reflection. Expect periods of silence plus gentle sharing focused on roots, grounding, and reconnecting with Mother Earth.

A short guided hike into a mature Appalachian mountainside forest in Weaverville blends forest bathing, quiet presence with trees, and nature-based reflection. Expect periods of silence plus gentle sharing focused on roots, grounding, and reconnecting with Mother Earth.
A short guided hike into a mature Appalachian mountainside forest in Weaverville blends forest bathing, quiet presence with trees, and nature-based reflection. Expect periods of silence plus gentle sharing focused on roots, grounding, and reconnecting with Mother Earth.

Participatory, facilitator-led discussion of Dr. Lara Sheehi’s book on liberatory psychoanalysis and revolutionary futures, unpacking how clinical practice can become a tool for collective change. Expect reflective dialogue blending mental health, politics, and social justice.

Participatory, facilitator-led discussion of Dr. Lara Sheehi’s book on liberatory psychoanalysis and revolutionary futures, unpacking how clinical practice can become a tool for collective change. Expect reflective dialogue blending mental health, politics, and social justice.
Participatory, facilitator-led discussion of Dr. Lara Sheehi’s book on liberatory psychoanalysis and revolutionary futures, unpacking how clinical practice can become a tool for collective change. Expect reflective dialogue blending mental health, politics, and social justice.
Heartfelt Southern Mountain childhood stories from Wilma Dykeman anchor a guided literary discussion led by her son, Jim Stokely. Expect memoir and regional history conversation in a cozy bookstore champagne bar setting.
Heartfelt Southern Mountain childhood stories from Wilma Dykeman anchor a guided literary discussion led by her son, Jim Stokely. Expect memoir and regional history conversation in a cozy bookstore champagne bar setting.
Heartfelt Southern Mountain childhood stories from Wilma Dykeman anchor a guided literary discussion led by her son, Jim Stokely. Expect memoir and regional history conversation in a cozy bookstore champagne bar setting.

Dusk guided sensory immersion through Blue Ridge oak and hemlock, combining slow mindful walking, breathwork, and nature attunement prompts to reduce stress and deepen somatic connection to the forest.

Dusk guided sensory immersion through Blue Ridge oak and hemlock, combining slow mindful walking, breathwork, and nature attunement prompts to reduce stress and deepen somatic connection to the forest.
Dusk guided sensory immersion through Blue Ridge oak and hemlock, combining slow mindful walking, breathwork, and nature attunement prompts to reduce stress and deepen somatic connection to the forest.

An evening talk with canopy researcher Dr. Margaret Lowman (CanopyMeg) exploring forest treetops, biodiversity, and the science of studying life high above the ground. Expect conservation themes, field stories, and Q and A discussion.

An evening talk with canopy researcher Dr. Margaret Lowman (CanopyMeg) exploring forest treetops, biodiversity, and the science of studying life high above the ground. Expect conservation themes, field stories, and Q and A discussion.
An evening talk with canopy researcher Dr. Margaret Lowman (CanopyMeg) exploring forest treetops, biodiversity, and the science of studying life high above the ground. Expect conservation themes, field stories, and Q and A discussion.
Weekend retreat centered on adoption reunion support, with guided conversations and relationship-building practices for adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents navigating contact with genetic relatives. Emphasis on grace, emotional resilience, and long-term connection.
Weekend retreat centered on adoption reunion support, with guided conversations and relationship-building practices for adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents navigating contact with genetic relatives. Emphasis on grace, emotional resilience, and long-term connection.
Weekend retreat centered on adoption reunion support, with guided conversations and relationship-building practices for adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents navigating contact with genetic relatives. Emphasis on grace, emotional resilience, and long-term connection.
An in person personal storytelling talk with Aisha Adams, reflecting on pivotal life moments and the experiences that shaped her path. Expect an intimate library setting focused on inspiration, community listening, and discussion.
An in person personal storytelling talk with Aisha Adams, reflecting on pivotal life moments and the experiences that shaped her path. Expect an intimate library setting focused on inspiration, community listening, and discussion.
An in person personal storytelling talk with Aisha Adams, reflecting on pivotal life moments and the experiences that shaped her path. Expect an intimate library setting focused on inspiration, community listening, and discussion.

An intimate coffeehouse discussion dives into Kae Tempest’s meditative book "On Connection," exploring how creative practice builds self awareness and deeper relationships. Expect honest, tender conversation about creativity, performance, and community.

An intimate coffeehouse discussion dives into Kae Tempest’s meditative book "On Connection," exploring how creative practice builds self awareness and deeper relationships. Expect honest, tender conversation about creativity, performance, and community.
An intimate coffeehouse discussion dives into Kae Tempest’s meditative book "On Connection," exploring how creative practice builds self awareness and deeper relationships. Expect honest, tender conversation about creativity, performance, and community.

A restorative afternoon retreat on quieter Arboretum trails blends mindfulness, breathwork, and Shinrin Yoku nature therapy among towering trees and fresh mountain air. Slow-paced walking and reflective practices wrap up with a shared community celebration.

A restorative afternoon retreat on quieter Arboretum trails blends mindfulness, breathwork, and Shinrin Yoku nature therapy among towering trees and fresh mountain air. Slow-paced walking and reflective practices wrap up with a shared community celebration.
A restorative afternoon retreat on quieter Arboretum trails blends mindfulness, breathwork, and Shinrin Yoku nature therapy among towering trees and fresh mountain air. Slow-paced walking and reflective practices wrap up with a shared community celebration.
Experiential voice work invites participants to move beneath everyday noise, release inhibition, and reconnect with authentic self-expression. A reflective workshop centered on presence, vocal exploration, and personal growth.
Experiential voice work invites participants to move beneath everyday noise, release inhibition, and reconnect with authentic self-expression. A reflective workshop centered on presence, vocal exploration, and personal growth.
Experiential voice work invites participants to move beneath everyday noise, release inhibition, and reconnect with authentic self-expression. A reflective workshop centered on presence, vocal exploration, and personal growth.
An evening book launch and author conversation for Elizabeth Kostova’s new novel, Mystery Play, with Terry Roberts. Expect a literary reading, onstage discussion, and Q&A in Ferguson Auditorium at A-B Tech.
An evening book launch and author conversation for Elizabeth Kostova’s new novel, Mystery Play, with Terry Roberts. Expect a literary reading, onstage discussion, and Q&A in Ferguson Auditorium at A-B Tech.
An evening book launch and author conversation for Elizabeth Kostova’s new novel, Mystery Play, with Terry Roberts. Expect a literary reading, onstage discussion, and Q&A in Ferguson Auditorium at A-B Tech.

Sip coffee during a lively author conversation about an award-winning novel blending travel, romance, and humor. Explore Black identity, African heritage, and cultural reclamation across the transatlantic diaspora.

Sip coffee during a lively author conversation about an award-winning novel blending travel, romance, and humor. Explore Black identity, African heritage, and cultural reclamation across the transatlantic diaspora.
Sip coffee during a lively author conversation about an award-winning novel blending travel, romance, and humor. Explore Black identity, African heritage, and cultural reclamation across the transatlantic diaspora.
A late-night sacred fire gathering centered on the medicine of flame, shared intention, and deep community connection. Expect an outdoor circle experience in Hendersonville with a ritual, reflective vibe.
A late-night sacred fire gathering centered on the medicine of flame, shared intention, and deep community connection. Expect an outdoor circle experience in Hendersonville with a ritual, reflective vibe.
A late-night sacred fire gathering centered on the medicine of flame, shared intention, and deep community connection. Expect an outdoor circle experience in Hendersonville with a ritual, reflective vibe.

A practical sound-therapy workshop with Joy Bush focused on bringing calming vibrations into daily life. Learn simple at-home techniques and routines for nervous-system soothing, relaxation, and personal self-care in an intimate studio setting.

A practical sound-therapy workshop with Joy Bush focused on bringing calming vibrations into daily life. Learn simple at-home techniques and routines for nervous-system soothing, relaxation, and personal self-care in an intimate studio setting.
A practical sound-therapy workshop with Joy Bush focused on bringing calming vibrations into daily life. Learn simple at-home techniques and routines for nervous-system soothing, relaxation, and personal self-care in an intimate studio setting.

Interactive healing workshop centered on returning to love, blending reflective practices with an inspirational talk and intimate singer songwriter performances. Hosted at a spiritual center with a love offering model and an earlier Sunday celebration featuring the same guest artist.

Interactive healing workshop centered on returning to love, blending reflective practices with an inspirational talk and intimate singer songwriter performances. Hosted at a spiritual center with a love offering model and an earlier Sunday celebration featuring the same guest artist.
Interactive healing workshop centered on returning to love, blending reflective practices with an inspirational talk and intimate singer songwriter performances. Hosted at a spiritual center with a love offering model and an earlier Sunday celebration featuring the same guest artist.

Hands-on herbal crafting and mountain storytelling dive into southern Appalachian folk medicine, blending immigrant traditions with Indigenous plant knowledge. Samhain-season themes and folk magic frame a practical, tradition-rich workshop led by Byron Ballard.

Hands-on herbal crafting and mountain storytelling dive into southern Appalachian folk medicine, blending immigrant traditions with Indigenous plant knowledge. Samhain-season themes and folk magic frame a practical, tradition-rich workshop led by Byron Ballard.
Hands-on herbal crafting and mountain storytelling dive into southern Appalachian folk medicine, blending immigrant traditions with Indigenous plant knowledge. Samhain-season themes and folk magic frame a practical, tradition-rich workshop led by Byron Ballard.

An intimate literary reading night centered on queer girls and women, with personal storytelling and spoken word in a cozy Black Mountain music club setting. Expect community-forward conversation and a welcoming, affirming vibe.

An intimate literary reading night centered on queer girls and women, with personal storytelling and spoken word in a cozy Black Mountain music club setting. Expect community-forward conversation and a welcoming, affirming vibe.
An intimate literary reading night centered on queer girls and women, with personal storytelling and spoken word in a cozy Black Mountain music club setting. Expect community-forward conversation and a welcoming, affirming vibe.
A slow, sensory forest bathing walk through the North Carolina Arboretum’s landscaped trails, designed for calm attention to sounds, scents, and textures. Expect a restorative nature immersion led by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A slow, sensory forest bathing walk through the North Carolina Arboretum’s landscaped trails, designed for calm attention to sounds, scents, and textures. Expect a restorative nature immersion led by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A slow, sensory forest bathing walk through the North Carolina Arboretum’s landscaped trails, designed for calm attention to sounds, scents, and textures. Expect a restorative nature immersion led by Asheville Wellness Tours.