
June - LGBTQIA+ Romantasy
Queer-centered romantasy discussion celebrating Pride Month, diving into fantasy romance tropes and LGBTQIA+ love stories. Expect a welcoming, community-forward meetup amid a lush botanical garden backdrop.
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A sapphic reading discussion of Marielle Thompson’s The Last Witch in Edinburgh, set in an alternate 1824 Edinburgh shadowed by hangings and resistance. Expect queer love, witchcraft, Scottish folklore, and patriarchy-defying themes in a cozy late-night meetup.

A sapphic reading discussion of Marielle Thompson’s The Last Witch in Edinburgh, set in an alternate 1824 Edinburgh shadowed by hangings and resistance. Expect queer love, witchcraft, Scottish folklore, and patriarchy-defying themes in a cozy late-night meetup.
A sapphic reading discussion of Marielle Thompson’s The Last Witch in Edinburgh, set in an alternate 1824 Edinburgh shadowed by hangings and resistance. Expect queer love, witchcraft, Scottish folklore, and patriarchy-defying themes in a cozy late-night meetup.

A monthly small-group discussion centered on a shared book selection in a public library setting. Come ready for thoughtful conversation, reader insights, and community connection around the current pick.

A monthly small-group discussion centered on a shared book selection in a public library setting. Come ready for thoughtful conversation, reader insights, and community connection around the current pick.
A monthly small-group discussion centered on a shared book selection in a public library setting. Come ready for thoughtful conversation, reader insights, and community connection around the current pick.

A relaxed Summer Solstice picnic centered on slow living, gentle conversation, and unstructured time to breathe and connect at your own pace. Expect a calm, low pressure outdoor hang in the Botanical Gardens with space for meaningful presence.

A relaxed Summer Solstice picnic centered on slow living, gentle conversation, and unstructured time to breathe and connect at your own pace. Expect a calm, low pressure outdoor hang in the Botanical Gardens with space for meaningful presence.
A relaxed Summer Solstice picnic centered on slow living, gentle conversation, and unstructured time to breathe and connect at your own pace. Expect a calm, low pressure outdoor hang in the Botanical Gardens with space for meaningful presence.

A thoughtful group discussion of Ursula K. Le Guin’s science fiction novella The Word for World is Forest, centered on themes of ecology, colonialism, and resistance. Gather outdoors at the Asheville Botanical Gardens for reflective conversation with fellow readers.

A thoughtful group discussion of Ursula K. Le Guin’s science fiction novella The Word for World is Forest, centered on themes of ecology, colonialism, and resistance. Gather outdoors at the Asheville Botanical Gardens for reflective conversation with fellow readers.
A thoughtful group discussion of Ursula K. Le Guin’s science fiction novella The Word for World is Forest, centered on themes of ecology, colonialism, and resistance. Gather outdoors at the Asheville Botanical Gardens for reflective conversation with fellow readers.

A relaxed coffeehouse discussion centered on A Rebellion of Care, digging into mutual aid, solidarity, and community care. Expect thoughtful conversation in a local roastery setting with space for reflection and connection.

A relaxed coffeehouse discussion centered on A Rebellion of Care, digging into mutual aid, solidarity, and community care. Expect thoughtful conversation in a local roastery setting with space for reflection and connection.
A relaxed coffeehouse discussion centered on A Rebellion of Care, digging into mutual aid, solidarity, and community care. Expect thoughtful conversation in a local roastery setting with space for reflection and connection.

Casual introvert friendly hangout with a quick round of rants and raves about current fantasy and sci fi reads, then quiet group reading time. Meets indoors or on the patio depending on weather for low pressure community connection.

Casual introvert friendly hangout with a quick round of rants and raves about current fantasy and sci fi reads, then quiet group reading time. Meets indoors or on the patio depending on weather for low pressure community connection.
Casual introvert friendly hangout with a quick round of rants and raves about current fantasy and sci fi reads, then quiet group reading time. Meets indoors or on the patio depending on weather for low pressure community connection.

Casual book discussion centered on a technology theme, with attendees sipping self-purchased wines and snacks brought up from downstairs. A relaxed second-floor Whole Foods meetup built for conversation and easy community connection.

Casual book discussion centered on a technology theme, with attendees sipping self-purchased wines and snacks brought up from downstairs. A relaxed second-floor Whole Foods meetup built for conversation and easy community connection.
Casual book discussion centered on a technology theme, with attendees sipping self-purchased wines and snacks brought up from downstairs. A relaxed second-floor Whole Foods meetup built for conversation and easy community connection.

A heart-centered summer solstice gathering focused on renewal, creativity, and soulful connection. Settle into stillness and shared warmth in a quiet retreat setting honoring inner and outer blossoming.

A heart-centered summer solstice gathering focused on renewal, creativity, and soulful connection. Settle into stillness and shared warmth in a quiet retreat setting honoring inner and outer blossoming.
A heart-centered summer solstice gathering focused on renewal, creativity, and soulful connection. Settle into stillness and shared warmth in a quiet retreat setting honoring inner and outer blossoming.

Lively fantasy and sci fi book discussion over pints at a neighborhood pub, centered on Brandon Sanderson’s “The Frugal Wizard’s Handbook for Surviving Medieval England.” Social, low pressure hang where newcomers can jump in even without reading.

Lively fantasy and sci fi book discussion over pints at a neighborhood pub, centered on Brandon Sanderson’s “The Frugal Wizard’s Handbook for Surviving Medieval England.” Social, low pressure hang where newcomers can jump in even without reading.
Lively fantasy and sci fi book discussion over pints at a neighborhood pub, centered on Brandon Sanderson’s “The Frugal Wizard’s Handbook for Surviving Medieval England.” Social, low pressure hang where newcomers can jump in even without reading.

A late-night singles mixer set inside a candlelit bookshop champagne bar with an elevated, intriguing atmosphere. Connect through a literary themed quest designed for locals seeking a monogamous relationship, with limited spots and dressy attire encouraged.

A late-night singles mixer set inside a candlelit bookshop champagne bar with an elevated, intriguing atmosphere. Connect through a literary themed quest designed for locals seeking a monogamous relationship, with limited spots and dressy attire encouraged.
A late-night singles mixer set inside a candlelit bookshop champagne bar with an elevated, intriguing atmosphere. Connect through a literary themed quest designed for locals seeking a monogamous relationship, with limited spots and dressy attire encouraged.

Monthly morning book discussion at Pack Memorial Library with rotating genres and an easygoing, newcomer friendly circle. Meets the second Wednesday at 10:30 AM for community conversation and shared reading.

Monthly morning book discussion at Pack Memorial Library with rotating genres and an easygoing, newcomer friendly circle. Meets the second Wednesday at 10:30 AM for community conversation and shared reading.
Monthly morning book discussion at Pack Memorial Library with rotating genres and an easygoing, newcomer friendly circle. Meets the second Wednesday at 10:30 AM for community conversation and shared reading.

Collaborative writing and co working circle centered on trans, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming writers tackling long and short form projects. Swap feedback when you get stuck and periodically dig into writing and publishing workshops.

Collaborative writing and co working circle centered on trans, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming writers tackling long and short form projects. Swap feedback when you get stuck and periodically dig into writing and publishing workshops.
Collaborative writing and co working circle centered on trans, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming writers tackling long and short form projects. Swap feedback when you get stuck and periodically dig into writing and publishing workshops.

Monthly tarot circle blending hands-on card study with guided personal journeywork and self-exploration. Expect discussion-based learning, new spreads or approaches each session, and a supportive small-group meetup atmosphere.

Monthly tarot circle blending hands-on card study with guided personal journeywork and self-exploration. Expect discussion-based learning, new spreads or approaches each session, and a supportive small-group meetup atmosphere.
Monthly tarot circle blending hands-on card study with guided personal journeywork and self-exploration. Expect discussion-based learning, new spreads or approaches each session, and a supportive small-group meetup atmosphere.

Cozy story time surrounded by friendly resident cats in an intimate indoor space. Expect a calm, family friendly evening of read aloud tales, gentle cat interactions, and relaxed community hangout.

Cozy story time surrounded by friendly resident cats in an intimate indoor space. Expect a calm, family friendly evening of read aloud tales, gentle cat interactions, and relaxed community hangout.
Cozy story time surrounded by friendly resident cats in an intimate indoor space. Expect a calm, family friendly evening of read aloud tales, gentle cat interactions, and relaxed community hangout.

Gentle morning writing circle for fiction and memoir writers, featuring timed prompts, quiet drafting, and group feedback in an intimate bookstore setting on the second Sunday each month.

Gentle morning writing circle for fiction and memoir writers, featuring timed prompts, quiet drafting, and group feedback in an intimate bookstore setting on the second Sunday each month.
Gentle morning writing circle for fiction and memoir writers, featuring timed prompts, quiet drafting, and group feedback in an intimate bookstore setting on the second Sunday each month.

Peer-led online support circle centered on LGBTQ+ lived experiences, identity exploration, and mutual care. A confidential, affirming space for sharing stories, listening deeply, and building ongoing community connection.

Peer-led online support circle centered on LGBTQ+ lived experiences, identity exploration, and mutual care. A confidential, affirming space for sharing stories, listening deeply, and building ongoing community connection.
Peer-led online support circle centered on LGBTQ+ lived experiences, identity exploration, and mutual care. A confidential, affirming space for sharing stories, listening deeply, and building ongoing community connection.

Pride month celebration centered on LGBTQ+ visibility and community connection at an outdoor festival space. Expect a high-energy June gathering with festive activities, local vendors, and a welcoming crowd.

Pride month celebration centered on LGBTQ+ visibility and community connection at an outdoor festival space. Expect a high-energy June gathering with festive activities, local vendors, and a welcoming crowd.
Pride month celebration centered on LGBTQ+ visibility and community connection at an outdoor festival space. Expect a high-energy June gathering with festive activities, local vendors, and a welcoming crowd.

Cards hit the table for an intuitive tarot night centered on reflection, symbolism, and shared readings. A cozy, late-night cafe setting invites beginners and regulars to swap spreads, questions, and insights.

Cards hit the table for an intuitive tarot night centered on reflection, symbolism, and shared readings. A cozy, late-night cafe setting invites beginners and regulars to swap spreads, questions, and insights.
Cards hit the table for an intuitive tarot night centered on reflection, symbolism, and shared readings. A cozy, late-night cafe setting invites beginners and regulars to swap spreads, questions, and insights.

A laid-back plant hang during happy hour with practical horticulture guidance on houseplants and seasonal growth. Expect casual conversation, beginner-friendly tips, and a social atmosphere for local plant lovers.

A laid-back plant hang during happy hour with practical horticulture guidance on houseplants and seasonal growth. Expect casual conversation, beginner-friendly tips, and a social atmosphere for local plant lovers.
A laid-back plant hang during happy hour with practical horticulture guidance on houseplants and seasonal growth. Expect casual conversation, beginner-friendly tips, and a social atmosphere for local plant lovers.

Monthly evening salon digs into creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and prompts, with a chance to share works in progress. September’s “Feeding the Muse” session blends narrative arts, peer feedback, and creative momentum in an intimate parlor setting.

Monthly evening salon digs into creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and prompts, with a chance to share works in progress. September’s “Feeding the Muse” session blends narrative arts, peer feedback, and creative momentum in an intimate parlor setting.
Monthly evening salon digs into creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and prompts, with a chance to share works in progress. September’s “Feeding the Muse” session blends narrative arts, peer feedback, and creative momentum in an intimate parlor setting.