
Ice Cream Social & North Asheville Evening Stroll
Handcrafted scoops from The Hop on Merrimon kick off a casual, low pressure meetup, then the group takes an easy evening stroll through North Asheville as temperatures cool. Ideal for newcomers looking to chat, walk, and connect with locals.
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