
Stray Embers Doc Film Feature & BeLoved Benefit
A five-year documentary follows a California man and his community in the aftermath of the 2018 Camp Fire, exploring wildfire recovery and resilience. The screening benefits BeLoved Asheville.
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A one-hour documentary follows citizens, journalists, and leaders working across political differences, followed by a community discussion on local collaboration and building a more united Asheville.

A one-hour documentary follows citizens, journalists, and leaders working across political differences, followed by a community discussion on local collaboration and building a more united Asheville.
A one-hour documentary follows citizens, journalists, and leaders working across political differences, followed by a community discussion on local collaboration and building a more united Asheville.

A new documentary by filmmaker Paul Bonesteel explores the life of photographer and conservationist George Masa, uncovering historical puzzles through research with author Janet McCue.

A new documentary by filmmaker Paul Bonesteel explores the life of photographer and conservationist George Masa, uncovering historical puzzles through research with author Janet McCue.
A new documentary by filmmaker Paul Bonesteel explores the life of photographer and conservationist George Masa, uncovering historical puzzles through research with author Janet McCue.

A community discussion examines how federal policy changes have slowed Helene recovery, drawing on a new FRONTLINE investigation. Attendees consider disaster response, rebuilding challenges, and the policies shaping Western North Carolina’s recovery.

A community discussion examines how federal policy changes have slowed Helene recovery, drawing on a new FRONTLINE investigation. Attendees consider disaster response, rebuilding challenges, and the policies shaping Western North Carolina’s recovery.
A community discussion examines how federal policy changes have slowed Helene recovery, drawing on a new FRONTLINE investigation. Attendees consider disaster response, rebuilding challenges, and the policies shaping Western North Carolina’s recovery.

Settle in for a family-friendly film screening with complimentary popcorn, creating an easygoing community outing for children and caregivers in a welcoming neighborhood library setting.

Settle in for a family-friendly film screening with complimentary popcorn, creating an easygoing community outing for children and caregivers in a welcoming neighborhood library setting.
Settle in for a family-friendly film screening with complimentary popcorn, creating an easygoing community outing for children and caregivers in a welcoming neighborhood library setting.

A library film screening brings Charles Frazier’s Civil War era Appalachian novel to the screen for a literary historical drama night timed to Asheville’s annual Cold Mountain season.

A library film screening brings Charles Frazier’s Civil War era Appalachian novel to the screen for a literary historical drama night timed to Asheville’s annual Cold Mountain season.
A library film screening brings Charles Frazier’s Civil War era Appalachian novel to the screen for a literary historical drama night timed to Asheville’s annual Cold Mountain season.
Four newly commissioned videos trace the afterlives of colonialism alongside the ongoing HIV epidemic, using contemporary moving-image art for a free community screening and reflection.
Four newly commissioned videos trace the afterlives of colonialism alongside the ongoing HIV epidemic, using contemporary moving-image art for a free community screening and reflection.
Four newly commissioned videos trace the afterlives of colonialism alongside the ongoing HIV epidemic, using contemporary moving-image art for a free community screening and reflection.
Tellabration
MoreA 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.
Raw, honest contemporary theater in an intimate arts center setting, presented as the North Carolina premiere of Benjamin Boucvalt’s work. Expect a captivating evening built around emotionally direct storytelling and stage-driven performance.
Raw, honest contemporary theater in an intimate arts center setting, presented as the North Carolina premiere of Benjamin Boucvalt’s work. Expect a captivating evening built around emotionally direct storytelling and stage-driven performance.
Raw, honest contemporary theater in an intimate arts center setting, presented as the North Carolina premiere of Benjamin Boucvalt’s work. Expect a captivating evening built around emotionally direct storytelling and stage-driven performance.

A festive community theater production that leans into warm holiday nostalgia with seasonal storytelling and stage spectacle. Ideal for a cozy December night out centered on local performers and shared holiday cheer.

A festive community theater production that leans into warm holiday nostalgia with seasonal storytelling and stage spectacle. Ideal for a cozy December night out centered on local performers and shared holiday cheer.
A festive community theater production that leans into warm holiday nostalgia with seasonal storytelling and stage spectacle. Ideal for a cozy December night out centered on local performers and shared holiday cheer.
A community fire gathering invites connection and renewal around a sacred flame, with a shared potluck meal beforehand. A welcoming evening centered on spiritual community and togetherness.
A community fire gathering invites connection and renewal around a sacred flame, with a shared potluck meal beforehand. A welcoming evening centered on spiritual community and togetherness.
A community fire gathering invites connection and renewal around a sacred flame, with a shared potluck meal beforehand. A welcoming evening centered on spiritual community and togetherness.

Five-minute true stories around the theme “A Fresh Start” open into candid conversation among Asheville newcomers, with personal tales of big moves, changing direction, and finding connection.

Five-minute true stories around the theme “A Fresh Start” open into candid conversation among Asheville newcomers, with personal tales of big moves, changing direction, and finding connection.
Five-minute true stories around the theme “A Fresh Start” open into candid conversation among Asheville newcomers, with personal tales of big moves, changing direction, and finding connection.

Live music and community connection accompany a rally for sensible hemp regulation, as local businesses and neighbors discuss federal restrictions, North Carolina’s hemp industry, and the livelihoods at stake.

Live music and community connection accompany a rally for sensible hemp regulation, as local businesses and neighbors discuss federal restrictions, North Carolina’s hemp industry, and the livelihoods at stake.
Live music and community connection accompany a rally for sensible hemp regulation, as local businesses and neighbors discuss federal restrictions, North Carolina’s hemp industry, and the livelihoods at stake.

Meet adoptable puppies from Mountain Pet Rescue and connect with local animal rescue efforts amid RAD Fest’s creative community energy. Learn about giving a shelter dog a permanent home.

Meet adoptable puppies from Mountain Pet Rescue and connect with local animal rescue efforts amid RAD Fest’s creative community energy. Learn about giving a shelter dog a permanent home.
Meet adoptable puppies from Mountain Pet Rescue and connect with local animal rescue efforts amid RAD Fest’s creative community energy. Learn about giving a shelter dog a permanent home.

Public discussion and oversight of Asheville’s Mountain Community Capital Fund brings residents into a city committee meeting focused on fund operations and local civic decision-making.

Public discussion and oversight of Asheville’s Mountain Community Capital Fund brings residents into a city committee meeting focused on fund operations and local civic decision-making.
Public discussion and oversight of Asheville’s Mountain Community Capital Fund brings residents into a city committee meeting focused on fund operations and local civic decision-making.

Come From Away
MoreAn ensemble musical recounts how a small Newfoundland community welcomed thousands of stranded travelers after September 11, overcoming cultural and language barriers with generosity, music, and an open bar.

An ensemble musical recounts how a small Newfoundland community welcomed thousands of stranded travelers after September 11, overcoming cultural and language barriers with generosity, music, and an open bar.
An ensemble musical recounts how a small Newfoundland community welcomed thousands of stranded travelers after September 11, overcoming cultural and language barriers with generosity, music, and an open bar.

Belles
MoreBelles take the stage for an evening performance at Revival, bringing Asheville audiences together for a local night out centered on the act and its music.

Belles take the stage for an evening performance at Revival, bringing Asheville audiences together for a local night out centered on the act and its music.
Belles take the stage for an evening performance at Revival, bringing Asheville audiences together for a local night out centered on the act and its music.

Explore emergency readiness through practical demonstrations, county and community resources, and conversations with local partners. Live music and free food add a welcoming atmosphere to this public gathering.

Explore emergency readiness through practical demonstrations, county and community resources, and conversations with local partners. Live music and free food add a welcoming atmosphere to this public gathering.
Explore emergency readiness through practical demonstrations, county and community resources, and conversations with local partners. Live music and free food add a welcoming atmosphere to this public gathering.

Explore Asheville’s desegregation history through stories of courage, civil rights organizing, and community activism. A presentation and panel discussion connect local experiences with the broader struggle for equality.

Explore Asheville’s desegregation history through stories of courage, civil rights organizing, and community activism. A presentation and panel discussion connect local experiences with the broader struggle for equality.
Explore Asheville’s desegregation history through stories of courage, civil rights organizing, and community activism. A presentation and panel discussion connect local experiences with the broader struggle for equality.

Free food and essential community resources are available at a neighborhood outreach market, welcoming Buncombe County residents for practical support and connection in an accessible community setting.

Free food and essential community resources are available at a neighborhood outreach market, welcoming Buncombe County residents for practical support and connection in an accessible community setting.
Free food and essential community resources are available at a neighborhood outreach market, welcoming Buncombe County residents for practical support and connection in an accessible community setting.

Explore movement, music, storytelling, and spontaneous connection in a playful, two-hour improv workshop. No script or performance experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to create together.

Explore movement, music, storytelling, and spontaneous connection in a playful, two-hour improv workshop. No script or performance experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to create together.
Explore movement, music, storytelling, and spontaneous connection in a playful, two-hour improv workshop. No script or performance experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to create together.
