Revolts, Strikes, and Rebel Histories
Virtual conversation with writer Gabriel San Román about his new book Days of Dissent, tracing labor revolts, strikes, and forgotten martyrs through a subverted “this day in history” format. Defiant political nonfiction and activist history meet in an interactive Q&A-style talk.
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A critical teach in unpacking the political and economic history behind the G20 and its international finance agenda. Expect context on deregulation, transnational corporate power, dirty energy policy, and climate impacts with a community oriented discussion.
A critical teach in unpacking the political and economic history behind the G20 and its international finance agenda. Expect context on deregulation, transnational corporate power, dirty energy policy, and climate impacts with a community oriented discussion.
A critical teach in unpacking the political and economic history behind the G20 and its international finance agenda. Expect context on deregulation, transnational corporate power, dirty energy policy, and climate impacts with a community oriented discussion.
An author talk and book promotion for the graphic novel "Trans History, From Ancient Times to the Present Day," tracing transgender history across cultures and eras. Expect conversation, Q and A, and community-minded discussion in an independent bookstore cafe setting.
An author talk and book promotion for the graphic novel "Trans History, From Ancient Times to the Present Day," tracing transgender history across cultures and eras. Expect conversation, Q and A, and community-minded discussion in an independent bookstore cafe setting.
An author talk and book promotion for the graphic novel "Trans History, From Ancient Times to the Present Day," tracing transgender history across cultures and eras. Expect conversation, Q and A, and community-minded discussion in an independent bookstore cafe 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.
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.
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.
A lunchtime talk exploring Asheville’s food history and the people, places, and flavors that shaped it. Casual coworking setting encourages conversation, questions, and community connections over lunch.
A lunchtime talk exploring Asheville’s food history and the people, places, and flavors that shaped it. Casual coworking setting encourages conversation, questions, and community connections over lunch.
A lunchtime talk exploring Asheville’s food history and the people, places, and flavors that shaped it. Casual coworking setting encourages conversation, questions, and community connections over lunch.
Casual book discussion of acclaimed Asheville writer Wilma Dykman’s The French Broad paired with local outdoor exploration at the Asheville Botanical Garden. Expect place based conversation around river history, ecology, and regional storytelling.
Casual book discussion of acclaimed Asheville writer Wilma Dykman’s The French Broad paired with local outdoor exploration at the Asheville Botanical Garden. Expect place based conversation around river history, ecology, and regional storytelling.
Casual book discussion of acclaimed Asheville writer Wilma Dykman’s The French Broad paired with local outdoor exploration at the Asheville Botanical Garden. Expect place based conversation around river history, ecology, and regional storytelling.
An evening history talk on newly uncovered archival records about African American incarcerated laborers who built the Western North Carolina Railroad. Expect a focused lecture style program with light refreshments in a museum setting.
An evening history talk on newly uncovered archival records about African American incarcerated laborers who built the Western North Carolina Railroad. Expect a focused lecture style program with light refreshments in a museum setting.
An evening history talk on newly uncovered archival records about African American incarcerated laborers who built the Western North Carolina Railroad. Expect a focused lecture style program with light refreshments in a museum setting.
Satsang-style discussion on turning yoga sessions into a true community through intentional presence, authentic relationships, and simple teaching practices. Guided by Grace Izzo and Seán Johnson with practical takeaways for instructors.
Satsang-style discussion on turning yoga sessions into a true community through intentional presence, authentic relationships, and simple teaching practices. Guided by Grace Izzo and Seán Johnson with practical takeaways for instructors.
Satsang-style discussion on turning yoga sessions into a true community through intentional presence, authentic relationships, and simple teaching practices. Guided by Grace Izzo and Seán Johnson with practical takeaways for instructors.
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.
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.
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 lively library discussion dives into Wayne Caldwell’s novel "Shadow Family," tracing hidden family histories and the personal secrets that shape generations. Expect guided conversation, community Q and A, and thoughtful literary analysis in West Asheville.
A lively library discussion dives into Wayne Caldwell’s novel "Shadow Family," tracing hidden family histories and the personal secrets that shape generations. Expect guided conversation, community Q and A, and thoughtful literary analysis in West Asheville.
A lively library discussion dives into Wayne Caldwell’s novel "Shadow Family," tracing hidden family histories and the personal secrets that shape generations. Expect guided conversation, community Q and A, and thoughtful literary analysis in West Asheville.
A deep dive into Asheville’s street art legacy with work from 29 local artists spanning 50 years of murals. Browse the exhibit at Pack Memorial Library, then add your own marks on the interactive graffiti Free Wall.
A deep dive into Asheville’s street art legacy with work from 29 local artists spanning 50 years of murals. Browse the exhibit at Pack Memorial Library, then add your own marks on the interactive graffiti Free Wall.
A deep dive into Asheville’s street art legacy with work from 29 local artists spanning 50 years of murals. Browse the exhibit at Pack Memorial Library, then add your own marks on the interactive graffiti Free Wall.
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.
Guided walking history tour through the Swannanoa Valley, tracing stories across historic estates, town sidewalks, and quiet cemeteries. Local historians lead a fall-afternoon stroll packed with regional heritage and place-based lore.
Guided walking history tour through the Swannanoa Valley, tracing stories across historic estates, town sidewalks, and quiet cemeteries. Local historians lead a fall-afternoon stroll packed with regional heritage and place-based lore.
Guided walking history tour through the Swannanoa Valley, tracing stories across historic estates, town sidewalks, and quiet cemeteries. Local historians lead a fall-afternoon stroll packed with regional heritage and place-based lore.
A 50 minute lunchtime talk traces Asheville’s restaurant evolution from George Vanderbilt’s Biltmore era to today’s “Food Topia,” connecting the city’s dining culture to developers and architects. Ticket includes a buffet lunch with drink and dessert.
A 50 minute lunchtime talk traces Asheville’s restaurant evolution from George Vanderbilt’s Biltmore era to today’s “Food Topia,” connecting the city’s dining culture to developers and architects. Ticket includes a buffet lunch with drink and dessert.
A 50 minute lunchtime talk traces Asheville’s restaurant evolution from George Vanderbilt’s Biltmore era to today’s “Food Topia,” connecting the city’s dining culture to developers and architects. Ticket includes a buffet lunch with drink and dessert.
Story and recipe swap centered on ancestral foodways, where participants share family dishes, kitchen memories, and the flavors that carry lineage and identity. Community conversation with a literary-festival vibe focused on heritage, tradition, and personal history.
Story and recipe swap centered on ancestral foodways, where participants share family dishes, kitchen memories, and the flavors that carry lineage and identity. Community conversation with a literary-festival vibe focused on heritage, tradition, and personal history.
Story and recipe swap centered on ancestral foodways, where participants share family dishes, kitchen memories, and the flavors that carry lineage and identity. Community conversation with a literary-festival vibe focused on heritage, tradition, and personal history.
An evening history walk tracing Biltmore Village’s development beyond the estate, with stories of early residents, industry, and neighborhood change. Expect a guided route highlighting architectural landmarks and local heritage around the Cathedral of All Souls.
An evening history walk tracing Biltmore Village’s development beyond the estate, with stories of early residents, industry, and neighborhood change. Expect a guided route highlighting architectural landmarks and local heritage around the Cathedral of All Souls.
An evening history walk tracing Biltmore Village’s development beyond the estate, with stories of early residents, industry, and neighborhood change. Expect a guided route highlighting architectural landmarks and local heritage around the Cathedral of All Souls.
A documentary screening of “Greensboro Massacre” centered on survivors’ reflections around the 40th anniversary, followed by a 30 minute filmmaker Q and A. Ticket proceeds support the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit, with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
A documentary screening of “Greensboro Massacre” centered on survivors’ reflections around the 40th anniversary, followed by a 30 minute filmmaker Q and A. Ticket proceeds support the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit, with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
A documentary screening of “Greensboro Massacre” centered on survivors’ reflections around the 40th anniversary, followed by a 30 minute filmmaker Q and A. Ticket proceeds support the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit, with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
Peer-led writing critique night where participants circulate 8–10 printed copies of fresh drafts for group read-throughs and detailed feedback. Welcoming drop-in discussion for writers who want inspiration, craft talk, and revision support in a pub setting.
Peer-led writing critique night where participants circulate 8–10 printed copies of fresh drafts for group read-throughs and detailed feedback. Welcoming drop-in discussion for writers who want inspiration, craft talk, and revision support in a pub setting.
Peer-led writing critique night where participants circulate 8–10 printed copies of fresh drafts for group read-throughs and detailed feedback. Welcoming drop-in discussion for writers who want inspiration, craft talk, and revision support in a pub setting.