Local Reads Book Club
Monthly discussion spotlights a different Asheville-area author, with guided group conversation followed by an in-person author Q&A. A community-focused literary night inside a downtown bookstore for readers who want to discover local voices.
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Community-centered book discussion exploring literature that centers the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement in a culturally rooted, dialogue-forward setting.
Community-centered book discussion exploring literature that centers the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement in a culturally rooted, dialogue-forward setting.
Community-centered book discussion exploring literature that centers the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement in a culturally rooted, dialogue-forward setting.
A relaxed literary meetup centered on shared reading and group discussion in a cozy listening-room setting. Ideal for readers looking to connect locally, swap recommendations, and unwind with thoughtful conversation.
A relaxed literary meetup centered on shared reading and group discussion in a cozy listening-room setting. Ideal for readers looking to connect locally, swap recommendations, and unwind with thoughtful conversation.
A relaxed literary meetup centered on shared reading and group discussion in a cozy listening-room setting. Ideal for readers looking to connect locally, swap recommendations, and unwind with thoughtful conversation.
Casual introvert happy hour vibes with a little chit chat before settling into quiet, shared reading time. Bring your own fantasy or sci fi book, then swap rants and raves with fellow readers in a Riverside brewery taproom.
Casual introvert happy hour vibes with a little chit chat before settling into quiet, shared reading time. Bring your own fantasy or sci fi book, then swap rants and raves with fellow readers in a Riverside brewery taproom.
Casual introvert happy hour vibes with a little chit chat before settling into quiet, shared reading time. Bring your own fantasy or sci fi book, then swap rants and raves with fellow readers in a Riverside brewery taproom.
Bustling small-press zine and comics fair with vendor tables, book-art browsing, and live readings in a downtown hall. Hands-on workshops plus free BYOS screen printing and a dedicated Youth Table keep it creative and family-friendly.
Bustling small-press zine and comics fair with vendor tables, book-art browsing, and live readings in a downtown hall. Hands-on workshops plus free BYOS screen printing and a dedicated Youth Table keep it creative and family-friendly.
Bustling small-press zine and comics fair with vendor tables, book-art browsing, and live readings in a downtown hall. Hands-on workshops plus free BYOS screen printing and a dedicated Youth Table keep it creative and family-friendly.
Lively, discussion-driven reads that unpack international politics, economics, culture, and climate change through acclaimed nonfiction and timely bestsellers. Expect thoughtful conversation on global conflicts and social dynamics in a public library setting.
Lively, discussion-driven reads that unpack international politics, economics, culture, and climate change through acclaimed nonfiction and timely bestsellers. Expect thoughtful conversation on global conflicts and social dynamics in a public library setting.
Lively, discussion-driven reads that unpack international politics, economics, culture, and climate change through acclaimed nonfiction and timely bestsellers. Expect thoughtful conversation on global conflicts and social dynamics in a public library setting.
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.
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.
Generative writing session focused on poetic forms and timed freewriting prompts to spark new drafts and fresh language. Expect gentle guidance, group sharing options, and a supportive library setting for writers of any level.
Generative writing session focused on poetic forms and timed freewriting prompts to spark new drafts and fresh language. Expect gentle guidance, group sharing options, and a supportive library setting for writers of any level.
Generative writing session focused on poetic forms and timed freewriting prompts to spark new drafts and fresh language. Expect gentle guidance, group sharing options, and a supportive library setting for writers of any level.
A monthly group discussion centered on the club’s current book selection, with a casual, conversational vibe in a quiet public library setting. Ideal for readers who enjoy shared reflection, recommendations, and community connection.
A monthly group discussion centered on the club’s current book selection, with a casual, conversational vibe in a quiet public library setting. Ideal for readers who enjoy shared reflection, recommendations, and community connection.
A monthly group discussion centered on the club’s current book selection, with a casual, conversational vibe in a quiet public library setting. Ideal for readers who enjoy shared reflection, recommendations, and community connection.
Tables of gently used books to browse and buy at the local branch, with plenty of picks for kids and adults. A casual, community-minded library fundraiser ideal for building a home reading stack on a budget.
Tables of gently used books to browse and buy at the local branch, with plenty of picks for kids and adults. A casual, community-minded library fundraiser ideal for building a home reading stack on a budget.
Tables of gently used books to browse and buy at the local branch, with plenty of picks for kids and adults. A casual, community-minded library fundraiser ideal for building a home reading stack on a budget.
Pub style literary and general knowledge trivia in a cozy bookstore wine bar, where teams compete over literature, pop culture, and history rounds while sipping wine and sharing laughs.
Pub style literary and general knowledge trivia in a cozy bookstore wine bar, where teams compete over literature, pop culture, and history rounds while sipping wine and sharing laughs.
Pub style literary and general knowledge trivia in a cozy bookstore wine bar, where teams compete over literature, pop culture, and history rounds while sipping wine and sharing laughs.
Five-minute original sets span storytelling, poetry, literature, comedy bits, songs, and dance in an all-arts mic. A supportive Sunday-night gathering centered on sharing new work and cheering on Asheville creatives.
Five-minute original sets span storytelling, poetry, literature, comedy bits, songs, and dance in an all-arts mic. A supportive Sunday-night gathering centered on sharing new work and cheering on Asheville creatives.
Five-minute original sets span storytelling, poetry, literature, comedy bits, songs, and dance in an all-arts mic. A supportive Sunday-night gathering centered on sharing new work and cheering on Asheville creatives.
A guided downtown walk tracing Asheville landmarks through Thomas Wolfe’s life and writing, anchored by the Thomas Wolfe Memorial. Expect literary history, historic storytelling, and place-based context connecting streetscapes to scenes from his work.
A guided downtown walk tracing Asheville landmarks through Thomas Wolfe’s life and writing, anchored by the Thomas Wolfe Memorial. Expect literary history, historic storytelling, and place-based context connecting streetscapes to scenes from his work.
A guided downtown walk tracing Asheville landmarks through Thomas Wolfe’s life and writing, anchored by the Thomas Wolfe Memorial. Expect literary history, historic storytelling, and place-based context connecting streetscapes to scenes from his work.
Indie zine makers and small presses fill a vendor hall with DIY comics, poetry chapbooks, and handmade prints alongside tabling conversations. Browse and trade zines, meet local artists, and pick up tips on self publishing and print culture.
Indie zine makers and small presses fill a vendor hall with DIY comics, poetry chapbooks, and handmade prints alongside tabling conversations. Browse and trade zines, meet local artists, and pick up tips on self publishing and print culture.
Indie zine makers and small presses fill a vendor hall with DIY comics, poetry chapbooks, and handmade prints alongside tabling conversations. Browse and trade zines, meet local artists, and pick up tips on self publishing and print culture.
Small-group writers critique with printed handouts (8–10 copies) read aloud and discussed for detailed peer feedback. Drop in to share drafts, trade edits, and get inspired in a casual pub setting.
Small-group writers critique with printed handouts (8–10 copies) read aloud and discussed for detailed peer feedback. Drop in to share drafts, trade edits, and get inspired in a casual pub setting.
Small-group writers critique with printed handouts (8–10 copies) read aloud and discussed for detailed peer feedback. Drop in to share drafts, trade edits, and get inspired in a casual pub setting.
Town hall style candidate forum with Asheville City Council and mayoral contenders answering questions and discussing local issues. Expect structured speaking turns, audience listening and civic engagement in a congregational meeting space.
Town hall style candidate forum with Asheville City Council and mayoral contenders answering questions and discussing local issues. Expect structured speaking turns, audience listening and civic engagement in a congregational meeting space.
Town hall style candidate forum with Asheville City Council and mayoral contenders answering questions and discussing local issues. Expect structured speaking turns, audience listening and civic engagement in a congregational meeting space.
A late-night vintage clothing market packed with multiple vendors and racks of retro finds, with coffee on hand for browsing breaks. Expect a casual social-shopping vibe built around thrifting, friends, and local style.
A late-night vintage clothing market packed with multiple vendors and racks of retro finds, with coffee on hand for browsing breaks. Expect a casual social-shopping vibe built around thrifting, friends, and local style.
A late-night vintage clothing market packed with multiple vendors and racks of retro finds, with coffee on hand for browsing breaks. Expect a casual social-shopping vibe built around thrifting, friends, and local style.
Five minute original sets span storytelling, poetry, literature, comedy, dance, and music in an all-arts open mic format. A supportive Sunday-evening gathering for Asheville creators and listeners to connect and cheer on local talent.
Five minute original sets span storytelling, poetry, literature, comedy, dance, and music in an all-arts open mic format. A supportive Sunday-evening gathering for Asheville creators and listeners to connect and cheer on local talent.
Five minute original sets span storytelling, poetry, literature, comedy, dance, and music in an all-arts open mic format. A supportive Sunday-evening gathering for Asheville creators and listeners to connect and cheer on local talent.
A live storytelling bash where spoken-word tales and personal narratives come alive in an intimate, seated listening space. Expect a community-minded night of laughter, reflection, and folk tradition with welcoming all-ages energy.
A live storytelling bash where spoken-word tales and personal narratives come alive in an intimate, seated listening space. Expect a community-minded night of laughter, reflection, and folk tradition with welcoming all-ages energy.
A live storytelling bash where spoken-word tales and personal narratives come alive in an intimate, seated listening space. Expect a community-minded night of laughter, reflection, and folk tradition with welcoming all-ages energy.
Quiet, focused co writing time for local writers in a cozy coffeeshop setting, with everyone working on their own projects side by side. Short social breaks before and after make it easy to connect without turning into a critique group.
Quiet, focused co writing time for local writers in a cozy coffeeshop setting, with everyone working on their own projects side by side. Short social breaks before and after make it easy to connect without turning into a critique group.
Quiet, focused co writing time for local writers in a cozy coffeeshop setting, with everyone working on their own projects side by side. Short social breaks before and after make it easy to connect without turning into a critique group.