History of the French Broad River
River history and geology lecture centered on the French Broad, led by longtime paddlesports and fly fishing guides David and Debi Whitmire. A free Stewards and Storytellers session for outdoor recreationists and conservation minded locals.
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Drop in to share ideas and feedback on French Broad Riverfront Parks recovery efforts with City of Asheville staff. Casual, open-house style engagement focused on park restoration priorities, timelines, and community needs along the riverfront.
Drop in to share ideas and feedback on French Broad Riverfront Parks recovery efforts with City of Asheville staff. Casual, open-house style engagement focused on park restoration priorities, timelines, and community needs along the riverfront.
Drop in to share ideas and feedback on French Broad Riverfront Parks recovery efforts with City of Asheville staff. Casual, open-house style engagement focused on park restoration priorities, timelines, and community needs along the riverfront.
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.
Biologists break down a recent acoustic bat study conducted on Arboretum property, with a hands-on mist netting demonstration to illustrate field methods. Expect wildlife research insights, nocturnal species ID talk, and conservation context in a garden setting.
Biologists break down a recent acoustic bat study conducted on Arboretum property, with a hands-on mist netting demonstration to illustrate field methods. Expect wildlife research insights, nocturnal species ID talk, and conservation context in a garden setting.
Biologists break down a recent acoustic bat study conducted on Arboretum property, with a hands-on mist netting demonstration to illustrate field methods. Expect wildlife research insights, nocturnal species ID talk, and conservation context in a garden setting.
Guided walking history tour through the Swannanoa Valley, tracing stories across historic estates, town sidewalks, and quiet cemeteries. Local historians lead a fall-afternoon stroll packed with regional heritage and place-based lore.
Guided walking history tour through the Swannanoa Valley, tracing stories across historic estates, town sidewalks, and quiet cemeteries. Local historians lead a fall-afternoon stroll packed with regional heritage and place-based lore.
Guided walking history tour through the Swannanoa Valley, tracing stories across historic estates, town sidewalks, and quiet cemeteries. Local historians lead a fall-afternoon stroll packed with regional heritage and place-based lore.
A historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville, digging into local lore and landmark backstories with context-rich storytelling. Starts from a Patton Avenue coffee shop bar for an easy meet-up and community vibe.
A historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville, digging into local lore and landmark backstories with context-rich storytelling. Starts from a Patton Avenue coffee shop bar for an easy meet-up and community vibe.
A historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville, digging into local lore and landmark backstories with context-rich storytelling. Starts from a Patton Avenue coffee shop bar for an easy meet-up and community vibe.
Night-sky viewing on a working farm in Fairview with telescope time and guidance on autumn constellations. A relaxed, community hang under open skies ideal for first-time stargazers and curious nature lovers.
Night-sky viewing on a working farm in Fairview with telescope time and guidance on autumn constellations. A relaxed, community hang under open skies ideal for first-time stargazers and curious nature lovers.
Night-sky viewing on a working farm in Fairview with telescope time and guidance on autumn constellations. A relaxed, community hang under open skies ideal for first-time stargazers and curious nature lovers.
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.
Guided community walk focused on identifying seasonal wild edibles and learning safe, practical foraging techniques. Expect an easy-paced nature stroll with hands-on plant ID, ethical harvesting tips, and local ecology context.
Guided community walk focused on identifying seasonal wild edibles and learning safe, practical foraging techniques. Expect an easy-paced nature stroll with hands-on plant ID, ethical harvesting tips, and local ecology context.
Guided community walk focused on identifying seasonal wild edibles and learning safe, practical foraging techniques. Expect an easy-paced nature stroll with hands-on plant ID, ethical harvesting tips, and local ecology context.
Lantern-lit twilight storytelling winds through a historic mountain homestead with eerie Appalachian folk tales and local legends. A family-friendly fall outing blending mild thrills, heritage atmosphere, and nighttime outdoor walking.
Lantern-lit twilight storytelling winds through a historic mountain homestead with eerie Appalachian folk tales and local legends. A family-friendly fall outing blending mild thrills, heritage atmosphere, and nighttime outdoor walking.
Lantern-lit twilight storytelling winds through a historic mountain homestead with eerie Appalachian folk tales and local legends. A family-friendly fall outing blending mild thrills, heritage atmosphere, and nighttime outdoor walking.
A festive anniversary gathering highlighting 75 years of local soil and water stewardship, with live music and Moe’s BBQ dinner. Families can explore conservation history, partnerships, and hands-on learning activities in a community-center setting.
A festive anniversary gathering highlighting 75 years of local soil and water stewardship, with live music and Moe’s BBQ dinner. Families can explore conservation history, partnerships, and hands-on learning activities in a community-center setting.
A festive anniversary gathering highlighting 75 years of local soil and water stewardship, with live music and Moe’s BBQ dinner. Families can explore conservation history, partnerships, and hands-on learning activities in a community-center setting.
Autumn-themed storytime with seasonal tales and kid-friendly learning in the grounds of a historic homestead. A relaxed early-afternoon outing geared toward young children and caregivers in Weaverville.
Autumn-themed storytime with seasonal tales and kid-friendly learning in the grounds of a historic homestead. A relaxed early-afternoon outing geared toward young children and caregivers in Weaverville.
Autumn-themed storytime with seasonal tales and kid-friendly learning in the grounds of a historic homestead. A relaxed early-afternoon outing geared toward young children and caregivers in Weaverville.
A short classroom-style introduction to cacao farming and the factory’s history leads into a four-chocolate tasting. Then a guided walkthrough views the bean-to-bar process through large factory windows, with early check-in at the cafe counter.
A short classroom-style introduction to cacao farming and the factory’s history leads into a four-chocolate tasting. Then a guided walkthrough views the bean-to-bar process through large factory windows, with early check-in at the cafe counter.
A short classroom-style introduction to cacao farming and the factory’s history leads into a four-chocolate tasting. Then a guided walkthrough views the bean-to-bar process through large factory windows, with early check-in at the cafe counter.
Fire ecology talks and Q&A centered on the Southern Blue Ridge Mountains, led by The Nature Conservancy stewardship manager Adam Warwick. Meet local natural resource professionals afterward for career and job opportunity networking.
Fire ecology talks and Q&A centered on the Southern Blue Ridge Mountains, led by The Nature Conservancy stewardship manager Adam Warwick. Meet local natural resource professionals afterward for career and job opportunity networking.
Fire ecology talks and Q&A centered on the Southern Blue Ridge Mountains, led by The Nature Conservancy stewardship manager Adam Warwick. Meet local natural resource professionals afterward for career and job opportunity networking.
Field-based instruction on identifying wild edible plants and seasonal mushrooms around Asheville. Emphasis on safe ID practices, sustainable harvesting ethics, and practical tips for finding, collecting, and using local forage.
Field-based instruction on identifying wild edible plants and seasonal mushrooms around Asheville. Emphasis on safe ID practices, sustainable harvesting ethics, and practical tips for finding, collecting, and using local forage.
Field-based instruction on identifying wild edible plants and seasonal mushrooms around Asheville. Emphasis on safe ID practices, sustainable harvesting ethics, and practical tips for finding, collecting, and using local forage.
A fly fishing festival and "fish party" celebrating Asheville’s angling community with a social, outdoorsy meetup atmosphere. Gather at a river lodge and cabins for community connection and fishing-focused fun.
A fly fishing festival and "fish party" celebrating Asheville’s angling community with a social, outdoorsy meetup atmosphere. Gather at a river lodge and cabins for community connection and fishing-focused fun.
A fly fishing festival and "fish party" celebrating Asheville’s angling community with a social, outdoorsy meetup atmosphere. Gather at a river lodge and cabins for community connection and fishing-focused fun.
Hands-on seed and plant swapping with local growers, plus story-sharing and practical tips for home gardens. A free, come-as-you-are gathering centered on regional seed saving, resilience, and neighbor-to-neighbor connections.
Hands-on seed and plant swapping with local growers, plus story-sharing and practical tips for home gardens. A free, come-as-you-are gathering centered on regional seed saving, resilience, and neighbor-to-neighbor connections.
Hands-on seed and plant swapping with local growers, plus story-sharing and practical tips for home gardens. A free, come-as-you-are gathering centered on regional seed saving, resilience, and neighbor-to-neighbor connections.
A deep dive into 1920s Asheville as autos and radio accelerate downtown growth, shifting the skyline with landmark projects like the Buncombe County Courthouse and the Art Deco Asheville City Building. Expect rich context on population boom, real estate development, and early modern city life.
A deep dive into 1920s Asheville as autos and radio accelerate downtown growth, shifting the skyline with landmark projects like the Buncombe County Courthouse and the Art Deco Asheville City Building. Expect rich context on population boom, real estate development, and early modern city life.
A deep dive into 1920s Asheville as autos and radio accelerate downtown growth, shifting the skyline with landmark projects like the Buncombe County Courthouse and the Art Deco Asheville City Building. Expect rich context on population boom, real estate development, and early modern city life.
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.
Pedal assist e bikes cruise the French Broad River greenway past riverside parks and historic bridges on an easy paced guided loop across town. The ride finishes at New Belgium Brewing for post tour exploring and beers.
Pedal assist e bikes cruise the French Broad River greenway past riverside parks and historic bridges on an easy paced guided loop across town. The ride finishes at New Belgium Brewing for post tour exploring and beers.
Pedal assist e bikes cruise the French Broad River greenway past riverside parks and historic bridges on an easy paced guided loop across town. The ride finishes at New Belgium Brewing for post tour exploring and beers.
Local leaders and mapping professionals unpack floodplain changes, FEMA map updates, and what they mean for property risk and rebuilding decisions. A community-focused discussion aimed at recovery planning and long-term climate resilience.
Local leaders and mapping professionals unpack floodplain changes, FEMA map updates, and what they mean for property risk and rebuilding decisions. A community-focused discussion aimed at recovery planning and long-term climate resilience.
Local leaders and mapping professionals unpack floodplain changes, FEMA map updates, and what they mean for property risk and rebuilding decisions. A community-focused discussion aimed at recovery planning and long-term climate resilience.