Reshaping Owen Park Workshop
A drop in community workshop invites residents to review the final draft redesign for Charles D. Owen Park and share feedback in person. Expect project boards, design details, and civic conversation shaping next steps for the park.
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Community review session on Buncombe County’s draft Pedestrian Plan, centering a proposed walking network and 10 priority walkability projects. Residents discuss what to keep or change and give feedback that will shape the final countywide plan.
Community review session on Buncombe County’s draft Pedestrian Plan, centering a proposed walking network and 10 priority walkability projects. Residents discuss what to keep or change and give feedback that will shape the final countywide plan.
Community review session on Buncombe County’s draft Pedestrian Plan, centering a proposed walking network and 10 priority walkability projects. Residents discuss what to keep or change and give feedback that will shape the final countywide plan.
Weekly evening gathering in Swannanoa for neighbors to connect, share local resources, and offer skills or services. Open to the public and geared toward community problem solving and mutual support.
Weekly evening gathering in Swannanoa for neighbors to connect, share local resources, and offer skills or services. Open to the public and geared toward community problem solving and mutual support.
Weekly evening gathering in Swannanoa for neighbors to connect, share local resources, and offer skills or services. Open to the public and geared toward community problem solving and mutual support.
Practical training for youth coaches and mentors focused on mental health support, trauma response skills, and supportive mentorship. Expect hands on discussion and tools aimed at building safer, more resilient community spaces.
Practical training for youth coaches and mentors focused on mental health support, trauma response skills, and supportive mentorship. Expect hands on discussion and tools aimed at building safer, more resilient community spaces.
Practical training for youth coaches and mentors focused on mental health support, trauma response skills, and supportive mentorship. Expect hands on discussion and tools aimed at building safer, more resilient community spaces.
A closing-night gathering centered on Asheville’s street art history, with murals and documentation that trace local artists, styles, and public walls over time. Expect a relaxed gallery atmosphere for last-chance viewing and community conversation.
A closing-night gathering centered on Asheville’s street art history, with murals and documentation that trace local artists, styles, and public walls over time. Expect a relaxed gallery atmosphere for last-chance viewing and community conversation.
A closing-night gathering centered on Asheville’s street art history, with murals and documentation that trace local artists, styles, and public walls over time. Expect a relaxed gallery atmosphere for last-chance viewing and community conversation.
Hands-on garden stewardship at the Asheville Botanical Garden focused on ecological management of wild garden areas. Expect practical guidance on native plants, invasive control, and habitat restoration while working outdoors alongside local gardeners and conservation-minded neighbors.
Hands-on garden stewardship at the Asheville Botanical Garden focused on ecological management of wild garden areas. Expect practical guidance on native plants, invasive control, and habitat restoration while working outdoors alongside local gardeners and conservation-minded neighbors.
Hands-on garden stewardship at the Asheville Botanical Garden focused on ecological management of wild garden areas. Expect practical guidance on native plants, invasive control, and habitat restoration while working outdoors alongside local gardeners and conservation-minded neighbors.
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.
An evening arts and culture program in downtown Pritchard Park with a public, community-forward vibe. Expect outdoor gathering energy with rotating creative presentations and accessible cultural programming in an open-air setting.
An evening arts and culture program in downtown Pritchard Park with a public, community-forward vibe. Expect outdoor gathering energy with rotating creative presentations and accessible cultural programming in an open-air setting.
An evening arts and culture program in downtown Pritchard Park with a public, community-forward vibe. Expect outdoor gathering energy with rotating creative presentations and accessible cultural programming in an open-air setting.
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.
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.
An open air sound bath in West Asheville Park blends resonant tones and guided stillness into a one hour immersive sound journey. Settle into a restorative rhythm that quiets mental noise and reconnects you to earth grounded calm.
An open air sound bath in West Asheville Park blends resonant tones and guided stillness into a one hour immersive sound journey. Settle into a restorative rhythm that quiets mental noise and reconnects you to earth grounded calm.
An open air sound bath in West Asheville Park blends resonant tones and guided stillness into a one hour immersive sound journey. Settle into a restorative rhythm that quiets mental noise and reconnects you to earth grounded calm.
Play-centered weekly gathering focused on reconnecting with curiosity, creativity, and low-pressure fun. A community-oriented wellness meetup in Black Mountain designed to help adults unwind, experiment, and build connection through playful activities.
Play-centered weekly gathering focused on reconnecting with curiosity, creativity, and low-pressure fun. A community-oriented wellness meetup in Black Mountain designed to help adults unwind, experiment, and build connection through playful activities.
Play-centered weekly gathering focused on reconnecting with curiosity, creativity, and low-pressure fun. A community-oriented wellness meetup in Black Mountain designed to help adults unwind, experiment, and build connection through playful activities.
Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting at the courthouse for public governance and local decision making. Expect agenda items, formal votes, and opportunities to follow county policy discussions in person.
Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting at the courthouse for public governance and local decision making. Expect agenda items, formal votes, and opportunities to follow county policy discussions in person.
Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting at the courthouse for public governance and local decision making. Expect agenda items, formal votes, and opportunities to follow county policy discussions in person.
A participatory drumming circle fills the downtown park with hand drums, shakers, and call-and-response rhythms as dancers and onlookers gather in an open-air community jam. Expect a casual, freeform vibe that welcomes beginners and seasoned percussionists alike.
A participatory drumming circle fills the downtown park with hand drums, shakers, and call-and-response rhythms as dancers and onlookers gather in an open-air community jam. Expect a casual, freeform vibe that welcomes beginners and seasoned percussionists alike.
A participatory drumming circle fills the downtown park with hand drums, shakers, and call-and-response rhythms as dancers and onlookers gather in an open-air community jam. Expect a casual, freeform vibe that welcomes beginners and seasoned percussionists alike.
An open air art market in downtown Pack Square Park with local artists selling handmade goods and original work. Browse vendor tents, meet makers, and soak up the lively community park atmosphere.
An open air art market in downtown Pack Square Park with local artists selling handmade goods and original work. Browse vendor tents, meet makers, and soak up the lively community park atmosphere.
An open air art market in downtown Pack Square Park with local artists selling handmade goods and original work. Browse vendor tents, meet makers, and soak up the lively community park atmosphere.
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.
Hands-on guidance for converting turfgrass into a thriving native meadow, with practical tips on site prep, seed mixes, weed control, and seasonal maintenance. Expect long-term management strategies tailored to Asheville’s climate and soils to support pollinators and biodiversity.
Hands-on guidance for converting turfgrass into a thriving native meadow, with practical tips on site prep, seed mixes, weed control, and seasonal maintenance. Expect long-term management strategies tailored to Asheville’s climate and soils to support pollinators and biodiversity.
Hands-on guidance for converting turfgrass into a thriving native meadow, with practical tips on site prep, seed mixes, weed control, and seasonal maintenance. Expect long-term management strategies tailored to Asheville’s climate and soils to support pollinators and biodiversity.
A civic information session with Buncombe County Elections Director Corinne Duncan explaining local election services, followed by an interactive Q and A. Registration is required, with validated parking available downtown.
A civic information session with Buncombe County Elections Director Corinne Duncan explaining local election services, followed by an interactive Q and A. Registration is required, with validated parking available downtown.
A civic information session with Buncombe County Elections Director Corinne Duncan explaining local election services, followed by an interactive Q and A. Registration is required, with validated parking available downtown.
Self-guided gallery hopping through Asheville’s Downtown Arts District with pop-up makers and street-level creative energy. Stroll between studios and shop windows for new exhibitions, artist meet-and-greets, and casual downtown people-watching.
Self-guided gallery hopping through Asheville’s Downtown Arts District with pop-up makers and street-level creative energy. Stroll between studios and shop windows for new exhibitions, artist meet-and-greets, and casual downtown people-watching.
Self-guided gallery hopping through Asheville’s Downtown Arts District with pop-up makers and street-level creative energy. Stroll between studios and shop windows for new exhibitions, artist meet-and-greets, and casual downtown people-watching.
A relaxed neighborhood garden walk through West Asheville, with chances to see locally grown flowers, shrubs, and creative yard landscapes up close. Wander at your own pace and chat with neighbors while exploring different garden styles.
A relaxed neighborhood garden walk through West Asheville, with chances to see locally grown flowers, shrubs, and creative yard landscapes up close. Wander at your own pace and chat with neighbors while exploring different garden styles.
A relaxed neighborhood garden walk through West Asheville, with chances to see locally grown flowers, shrubs, and creative yard landscapes up close. Wander at your own pace and chat with neighbors while exploring different garden styles.
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.