
Paths Forward: Buncombe County Pedestrian Plan Team Invites Community to Review Draft Plan
Community review session for Buncombe County’s first pedestrian plan, with a draft walking network and ranked project list shaped by 1,015+ resident ideas. Share feedback on where people want to walk and how to improve countywide walkability.
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Drop in to weigh in on Swannanoa’s pedestrian draft plan and the Reshaping Owen Park project, with discussion centered on sidewalks, walkability, and neighborhood connectivity. An open community feedback format geared toward local residents and stakeholders.

Drop in to weigh in on Swannanoa’s pedestrian draft plan and the Reshaping Owen Park project, with discussion centered on sidewalks, walkability, and neighborhood connectivity. An open community feedback format geared toward local residents and stakeholders.
Drop in to weigh in on Swannanoa’s pedestrian draft plan and the Reshaping Owen Park project, with discussion centered on sidewalks, walkability, and neighborhood connectivity. An open community feedback format geared toward local residents and stakeholders.

City Council and mayoral candidates take questions and share priorities in a public forum at Stephens Lee Community Center. Expect issue focused discussion, neighborhood concerns, and a chance to compare platforms before voting.

City Council and mayoral candidates take questions and share priorities in a public forum at Stephens Lee Community Center. Expect issue focused discussion, neighborhood concerns, and a chance to compare platforms before voting.
City Council and mayoral candidates take questions and share priorities in a public forum at Stephens Lee Community Center. Expect issue focused discussion, neighborhood concerns, and a chance to compare platforms before voting.

Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting focused on local governance, county policy, and public business. Held at the Buncombe County Courthouse with an in person civic agenda and community participation.

Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting focused on local governance, county policy, and public business. Held at the Buncombe County Courthouse with an in person civic agenda and community participation.
Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting focused on local governance, county policy, and public business. Held at the Buncombe County Courthouse with an in person civic agenda and community participation.

Public design review meeting where proposed projects are evaluated for architecture, site layout, and compatibility with neighborhood character. Expect agenda-driven discussion, staff presentations, and time for community comment on local development.

Public design review meeting where proposed projects are evaluated for architecture, site layout, and compatibility with neighborhood character. Expect agenda-driven discussion, staff presentations, and time for community comment on local development.
Public design review meeting where proposed projects are evaluated for architecture, site layout, and compatibility with neighborhood character. Expect agenda-driven discussion, staff presentations, and time for community comment on local development.

Public in-person city council meeting in the Council Chamber at Asheville City Hall for municipal updates, agenda items, and community comment. A structured civic forum focused on local governance, policy decisions, and public accountability.

Public in-person city council meeting in the Council Chamber at Asheville City Hall for municipal updates, agenda items, and community comment. A structured civic forum focused on local governance, policy decisions, and public accountability.
Public in-person city council meeting in the Council Chamber at Asheville City Hall for municipal updates, agenda items, and community comment. A structured civic forum focused on local governance, policy decisions, and public accountability.
Hands-on pollinator ID and counting session in a learning garden supporting the Great Southeast Pollinator Census. Expect guided observation of bees, butterflies, and other common pollinators while contributing local data for conservation.
Hands-on pollinator ID and counting session in a learning garden supporting the Great Southeast Pollinator Census. Expect guided observation of bees, butterflies, and other common pollinators while contributing local data for conservation.
Hands-on pollinator ID and counting session in a learning garden supporting the Great Southeast Pollinator Census. Expect guided observation of bees, butterflies, and other common pollinators while contributing local data for conservation.

Hybrid City of Asheville special joint meeting of the People and Environment Recovery Boards focused on post disaster recovery priorities, environmental impacts, and coordinated planning. Structured agenda with public governance discussion and cross board collaboration.

Hybrid City of Asheville special joint meeting of the People and Environment Recovery Boards focused on post disaster recovery priorities, environmental impacts, and coordinated planning. Structured agenda with public governance discussion and cross board collaboration.
Hybrid City of Asheville special joint meeting of the People and Environment Recovery Boards focused on post disaster recovery priorities, environmental impacts, and coordinated planning. Structured agenda with public governance discussion and cross board collaboration.

Hands-on bench build where volunteers cut, assemble, stain, and prep wooden benches for installation at high-traffic Asheville bus stops. Community-powered transit improvement with shared tools, donated supplies, and practical woodworking teamwork.

Hands-on bench build where volunteers cut, assemble, stain, and prep wooden benches for installation at high-traffic Asheville bus stops. Community-powered transit improvement with shared tools, donated supplies, and practical woodworking teamwork.
Hands-on bench build where volunteers cut, assemble, stain, and prep wooden benches for installation at high-traffic Asheville bus stops. Community-powered transit improvement with shared tools, donated supplies, and practical woodworking teamwork.

Hybrid public board meeting focused on Asheville housing recovery priorities, updates, and decision making. A civic forum for residents and stakeholders to track progress, ask questions, and coordinate next steps on housing initiatives.

Hybrid public board meeting focused on Asheville housing recovery priorities, updates, and decision making. A civic forum for residents and stakeholders to track progress, ask questions, and coordinate next steps on housing initiatives.
Hybrid public board meeting focused on Asheville housing recovery priorities, updates, and decision making. A civic forum for residents and stakeholders to track progress, ask questions, and coordinate next steps on housing initiatives.

Archival photos and stories trace Asheville’s street art and mural culture, paired with a closing reception and artist Zen Sutherland. Set inside Pack Memorial Library’s Special Collections with context around a newly completed public mural.

Archival photos and stories trace Asheville’s street art and mural culture, paired with a closing reception and artist Zen Sutherland. Set inside Pack Memorial Library’s Special Collections with context around a newly completed public mural.
Archival photos and stories trace Asheville’s street art and mural culture, paired with a closing reception and artist Zen Sutherland. Set inside Pack Memorial Library’s Special Collections with context around a newly completed public mural.

A weekly evening group road cycling ride rolling out from a local bike shop, with meet-up at 5:30pm and wheels down at 6pm. Open-to-everyone pace for outdoor fitness, social riding, and community connection through late summer.

A weekly evening group road cycling ride rolling out from a local bike shop, with meet-up at 5:30pm and wheels down at 6pm. Open-to-everyone pace for outdoor fitness, social riding, and community connection through late summer.
A weekly evening group road cycling ride rolling out from a local bike shop, with meet-up at 5:30pm and wheels down at 6pm. Open-to-everyone pace for outdoor fitness, social riding, and community connection through late summer.

A one hour behind the scenes walk through of Transylvania County Library with staff sharing hidden services, insider tips, and how to use local resources. Welcoming orientation for newcomers and longtime library regulars alike.

A one hour behind the scenes walk through of Transylvania County Library with staff sharing hidden services, insider tips, and how to use local resources. Welcoming orientation for newcomers and longtime library regulars alike.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through of Transylvania County Library with staff sharing hidden services, insider tips, and how to use local resources. Welcoming orientation for newcomers and longtime library regulars alike.
Practical training on how National Register listing differs from local historic designation, with a clear look at protections, incentives, and community impact. Ideal for property owners, advocates, and planners navigating preservation and development decisions.
Practical training on how National Register listing differs from local historic designation, with a clear look at protections, incentives, and community impact. Ideal for property owners, advocates, and planners navigating preservation and development decisions.
Practical training on how National Register listing differs from local historic designation, with a clear look at protections, incentives, and community impact. Ideal for property owners, advocates, and planners navigating preservation and development decisions.

A two state convening at Biltmore focused on implementing the Blue Ridge Rising Action Plan, with partners from across the Blue Ridge Parkway corridor. Collaborative sessions build on listening tours and regional planning as all 29 adjacent counties move from resolutions to on the ground action.

A two state convening at Biltmore focused on implementing the Blue Ridge Rising Action Plan, with partners from across the Blue Ridge Parkway corridor. Collaborative sessions build on listening tours and regional planning as all 29 adjacent counties move from resolutions to on the ground action.
A two state convening at Biltmore focused on implementing the Blue Ridge Rising Action Plan, with partners from across the Blue Ridge Parkway corridor. Collaborative sessions build on listening tours and regional planning as all 29 adjacent counties move from resolutions to on the ground action.
A guided stroll through Asheville’s Art Deco landmarks with close-up details on geometric facades, stonework, and period design. Learn the local history behind iconic buildings while exploring downtown architecture as a group.
A guided stroll through Asheville’s Art Deco landmarks with close-up details on geometric facades, stonework, and period design. Learn the local history behind iconic buildings while exploring downtown architecture as a group.
A guided stroll through Asheville’s Art Deco landmarks with close-up details on geometric facades, stonework, and period design. Learn the local history behind iconic buildings while exploring downtown architecture as a group.

A 1 mile, 90 minute guided walk through downtown Asheville led by Poverty Educators with lived experience, illustrating systemic barriers and local support options. Expect real stories, practical resource pointers, and community discussion.

A 1 mile, 90 minute guided walk through downtown Asheville led by Poverty Educators with lived experience, illustrating systemic barriers and local support options. Expect real stories, practical resource pointers, and community discussion.
A 1 mile, 90 minute guided walk through downtown Asheville led by Poverty Educators with lived experience, illustrating systemic barriers and local support options. Expect real stories, practical resource pointers, and community discussion.

A relaxed, small-group walk centered on Lake Junaluska’s scenic shoreline, ideal for an easy pace and casual conversation. Expect a low-key outdoor outing with photo-worthy views and local guide-style context.

A relaxed, small-group walk centered on Lake Junaluska’s scenic shoreline, ideal for an easy pace and casual conversation. Expect a low-key outdoor outing with photo-worthy views and local guide-style context.
A relaxed, small-group walk centered on Lake Junaluska’s scenic shoreline, ideal for an easy pace and casual conversation. Expect a low-key outdoor outing with photo-worthy views and local guide-style context.
Learn how Asheville Buncombe Community Land Trust’s model creates permanently affordable homes through shared equity and stewardship. The orientation breaks down eligibility, the buying process, and next steps for prospective first time buyers.
Learn how Asheville Buncombe Community Land Trust’s model creates permanently affordable homes through shared equity and stewardship. The orientation breaks down eligibility, the buying process, and next steps for prospective first time buyers.
Learn how Asheville Buncombe Community Land Trust’s model creates permanently affordable homes through shared equity and stewardship. The orientation breaks down eligibility, the buying process, and next steps for prospective first time buyers.

Casual book discussion and social meetup centered on Wilma Dykeman’s The French Broad, with optional reading from chapters 13, 15, and 16. Blends local river history talk with community connection and light exploration.

Casual book discussion and social meetup centered on Wilma Dykeman’s The French Broad, with optional reading from chapters 13, 15, and 16. Blends local river history talk with community connection and light exploration.
Casual book discussion and social meetup centered on Wilma Dykeman’s The French Broad, with optional reading from chapters 13, 15, and 16. Blends local river history talk with community connection and light exploration.

Morning steaming coffee and easy pedaling on a relaxed neighborhood group ride with a coffee stop; casual urban cycling welcoming riders of all levels and focused on community connection.

Morning steaming coffee and easy pedaling on a relaxed neighborhood group ride with a coffee stop; casual urban cycling welcoming riders of all levels and focused on community connection.
Morning steaming coffee and easy pedaling on a relaxed neighborhood group ride with a coffee stop; casual urban cycling welcoming riders of all levels and focused on community connection.