RISING STRONG: Greenways for Connection and Resilience
Practical strategies for greenway design that reduce flooding, strengthen neighborhood connections, and preserve natural corridors; local residents and experts share case studies, funding tips, and next step planning for Swannanoa area resilience.
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Regional resilience leaders and community partners convene for collaborative capacity-building sessions focused on emergency preparedness, mutual aid coordination, and network-building best practices to strengthen local response systems.
Regional resilience leaders and community partners convene for collaborative capacity-building sessions focused on emergency preparedness, mutual aid coordination, and network-building best practices to strengthen local response systems.
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14-hour interactive resilience training that teaches the neuroscience of stress and practical, easy to use strategies for managing stress in daily life; free for WNC residents with both in person and virtual participation options.
14-hour interactive resilience training that teaches the neuroscience of stress and practical, easy to use strategies for managing stress in daily life; free for WNC residents with both in person and virtual participation options.
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Pedal through blossoming neighborhoods and scenic greenways on a relaxed, all-abilities spring group ride with family friendly stops, coffee and snack breaks, and brief advocacy highlights promoting safer streets.
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Interactive workshops and panel discussions equip teens with resilience skills, stress management techniques, and advocacy tools, alongside networking and community resources at a conference center summit focused on youth empowerment and action oriented skill building.
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Casual and organized group rides across Asheville's streets and scenic greenways with routes for all skill levels, community focused bike advocacy, and family friendly outdoor camaraderie promoting safer streets.
Casual and organized group rides across Asheville's streets and scenic greenways with routes for all skill levels, community focused bike advocacy, and family friendly outdoor camaraderie promoting safer streets.
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City Council Formal Meeting at Asheville City Hall featuring municipal discussions and accessible meeting materials in a shared folder. Community members and stakeholders in local governance and education are welcome.
City Council Formal Meeting at Asheville City Hall featuring municipal discussions and accessible meeting materials in a shared folder. Community members and stakeholders in local governance and education are welcome.
City Council Formal Meeting at Asheville City Hall featuring municipal discussions and accessible meeting materials in a shared folder. Community members and stakeholders in local governance and education are welcome.
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One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.
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Casual, all levels group ride through Asheville streets promoting bike advocacy and community connection, led by Asheville on Bikes; social stops and a relaxed urban route welcome riders of every age and skill.
Casual, all levels group ride through Asheville streets promoting bike advocacy and community connection, led by Asheville on Bikes; social stops and a relaxed urban route welcome riders of every age and skill.
Casual, all levels group ride through Asheville streets promoting bike advocacy and community connection, led by Asheville on Bikes; social stops and a relaxed urban route welcome riders of every age and skill.
Practical workshops on mountain property stewardship cover forest health diagnostics, landslide prevention techniques, invasive plant identification and control. Hosted by N.C. Cooperative Extension Madison County for landowners and natural resource professionals.
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Practical workshops on mountain property stewardship cover forest health diagnostics, landslide prevention techniques, invasive plant identification and control. Hosted by N.C. Cooperative Extension Madison County for landowners and natural resource professionals.
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Gentle breath work, guided meditation, and meditative movement combined with peer support and facilitated discussion for spiritual seekers seeking practical grounding tools and resilience during turbulent times.
Gentle breath work, guided meditation, and meditative movement combined with peer support and facilitated discussion for spiritual seekers seeking practical grounding tools and resilience during turbulent times.
Gentle guided nature immersion among Blue Ridge pines, using sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and silent pauses to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in an unhurried outdoor setting.
Gentle guided nature immersion among Blue Ridge pines, using sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and silent pauses to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in an unhurried outdoor setting.
Gentle guided nature immersion among Blue Ridge pines, using sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and silent pauses to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in an unhurried outdoor setting.
Senior Games clinics at various venues featuring sample sessions from the Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games' 127 events across multiple sports. Seniors aged 50+ are invited to try sports through these clinics.
Senior Games clinics at various venues featuring sample sessions from the Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games' 127 events across multiple sports. Seniors aged 50+ are invited to try sports through these clinics.
Senior Games clinics at various venues featuring sample sessions from the Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games' 127 events across multiple sports. Seniors aged 50+ are invited to try sports through these clinics.
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Paulo Freire–inspired TEDx-style talks and short presentations exploring public education as the foundation of democracy, with educators, students, and community leaders debating reform, pedagogy, and civic stewardship at A-B Tech.
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Ethnobotanist Marc Williams leads an immersive garden walk teaching winter plant identification, reading bark, buds, and form, with hands-on wild foraging techniques and a tasting of freshly foraged teas.
Ethnobotanist Marc Williams leads an immersive garden walk teaching winter plant identification, reading bark, buds, and form, with hands-on wild foraging techniques and a tasting of freshly foraged teas.
Ethnobotanist Marc Williams leads an immersive garden walk teaching winter plant identification, reading bark, buds, and form, with hands-on wild foraging techniques and a tasting of freshly foraged teas.
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Casual group bike ride led by Asheville on Bikes through city streets that pauses for coffee and photos; riders of all levels gather for a relaxed cruise focused on community connection and bike camaraderie.
Casual group bike ride led by Asheville on Bikes through city streets that pauses for coffee and photos; riders of all levels gather for a relaxed cruise focused on community connection and bike camaraderie.
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Facilitated community conversation exploring personal spiritual paths through guided sharing and reflective listening in a neighborhood community center; free with RSVP ticket to reserve your spot and support inclusive dialogue.
Facilitated community conversation exploring personal spiritual paths through guided sharing and reflective listening in a neighborhood community center; free with RSVP ticket to reserve your spot and support inclusive dialogue.
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