Volunteer Orientation
A quick, beginner-friendly orientation that walks through how volunteering works at a community tool library, including expectations, roles, and how to get started supporting shared tools and neighbors.
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Hands-on intro to machine sewing covering threading, basic stitches, and simple troubleshooting, ending with a finished take-home project. Bring your own sewing machine or borrow one on site for a beginner-friendly skills night.
Hands-on intro to machine sewing covering threading, basic stitches, and simple troubleshooting, ending with a finished take-home project. Bring your own sewing machine or borrow one on site for a beginner-friendly skills night.
Hands-on intro to machine sewing covering threading, basic stitches, and simple troubleshooting, ending with a finished take-home project. Bring your own sewing machine or borrow one on site for a beginner-friendly skills night.
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.
Hands-on beekeeping workshop covering the full honey-extraction process from comb to jar, with practical tips on tools and technique. Leave with your own jar of raw, local honey and new know-how for small-scale harvesting.
Hands-on beekeeping workshop covering the full honey-extraction process from comb to jar, with practical tips on tools and technique. Leave with your own jar of raw, local honey and new know-how for small-scale harvesting.
Hands-on beekeeping workshop covering the full honey-extraction process from comb to jar, with practical tips on tools and technique. Leave with your own jar of raw, local honey and new know-how for small-scale harvesting.
Hands-on shiitake mushroom cultivation workshop using drilled hardwood logs and plug spawn inoculation techniques. Leave with a freshly inoculated log and practical tips for fruiting, watering, and long term log care at home.
Hands-on shiitake mushroom cultivation workshop using drilled hardwood logs and plug spawn inoculation techniques. Leave with a freshly inoculated log and practical tips for fruiting, watering, and long term log care at home.
Hands-on shiitake mushroom cultivation workshop using drilled hardwood logs and plug spawn inoculation techniques. Leave with a freshly inoculated log and practical tips for fruiting, watering, and long term log care at home.
Practical first aid training focused on recognizing life threatening bleeding and using direct pressure, wound packing, and tourniquets under stress. Leave with confidence to respond quickly in real world emergencies.
Practical first aid training focused on recognizing life threatening bleeding and using direct pressure, wound packing, and tourniquets under stress. Leave with confidence to respond quickly in real world emergencies.
Practical first aid training focused on recognizing life threatening bleeding and using direct pressure, wound packing, and tourniquets under stress. Leave with confidence to respond quickly in real world emergencies.

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.

Hands-on community repair clinic where volunteer fixers troubleshoot and mend small household items you can fit in a car—appliances, tools, furniture, sewing machines, and small engines. Emphasis on safety and waste reduction by extending the life of everyday gear.

Hands-on community repair clinic where volunteer fixers troubleshoot and mend small household items you can fit in a car—appliances, tools, furniture, sewing machines, and small engines. Emphasis on safety and waste reduction by extending the life of everyday gear.
Hands-on community repair clinic where volunteer fixers troubleshoot and mend small household items you can fit in a car—appliances, tools, furniture, sewing machines, and small engines. Emphasis on safety and waste reduction by extending the life of everyday gear.

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.

Hands-on repair help for household items you can fit in your car—small appliances, tools, heirlooms, sewing machines, small engines, and furniture—aimed at keeping usable goods out of the landfill. Volunteer fixers troubleshoot, mend, and advise while prioritizing safety limits on certain items.

Hands-on repair help for household items you can fit in your car—small appliances, tools, heirlooms, sewing machines, small engines, and furniture—aimed at keeping usable goods out of the landfill. Volunteer fixers troubleshoot, mend, and advise while prioritizing safety limits on certain items.
Hands-on repair help for household items you can fit in your car—small appliances, tools, heirlooms, sewing machines, small engines, and furniture—aimed at keeping usable goods out of the landfill. Volunteer fixers troubleshoot, mend, and advise while prioritizing safety limits on certain items.
Hands-on sewing and mending help for torn clothes, missing buttons, and simple fabric fixes in a public library setting. A community repair cafe vibe centered on practical skills, waste reduction, and neighbor-to-neighbor know-how.
Hands-on sewing and mending help for torn clothes, missing buttons, and simple fabric fixes in a public library setting. A community repair cafe vibe centered on practical skills, waste reduction, and neighbor-to-neighbor know-how.
Hands-on sewing and mending help for torn clothes, missing buttons, and simple fabric fixes in a public library setting. A community repair cafe vibe centered on practical skills, waste reduction, and neighbor-to-neighbor know-how.
Practical overview of affordable homeownership options in McDowell County through the Community Land Trust model, with details on eligibility, application steps, and long term affordability. Hosted at Foothills Watershed in Old Fort for local residents and prospective buyers.
Practical overview of affordable homeownership options in McDowell County through the Community Land Trust model, with details on eligibility, application steps, and long term affordability. Hosted at Foothills Watershed in Old Fort for local residents and prospective buyers.
Practical overview of affordable homeownership options in McDowell County through the Community Land Trust model, with details on eligibility, application steps, and long term affordability. Hosted at Foothills Watershed in Old Fort for local residents and prospective buyers.

Short, one on one park bench conversations where residents share ideas and concerns about Asheville parks, amenities, and recreation priorities. Sign up for a 20 minute slot at rotating park locations to shape future improvements.

Short, one on one park bench conversations where residents share ideas and concerns about Asheville parks, amenities, and recreation priorities. Sign up for a 20 minute slot at rotating park locations to shape future improvements.
Short, one on one park bench conversations where residents share ideas and concerns about Asheville parks, amenities, and recreation priorities. Sign up for a 20 minute slot at rotating park locations to shape future improvements.

Hands-on LEGO building time with shared bricks on-site, encouraging creativity, problem-solving, and casual socializing. All ages collaborate on unique builds in a library setting, with small pieces and accessories available.

Hands-on LEGO building time with shared bricks on-site, encouraging creativity, problem-solving, and casual socializing. All ages collaborate on unique builds in a library setting, with small pieces and accessories available.
Hands-on LEGO building time with shared bricks on-site, encouraging creativity, problem-solving, and casual socializing. All ages collaborate on unique builds in a library setting, with small pieces and accessories available.

Practical walk-through of what poll observers do in Buncombe elections, with clear guidelines, rules, and time for Q and A. Designed for Buncombe County residents interested in nonpartisan civic participation and election day oversight.

Practical walk-through of what poll observers do in Buncombe elections, with clear guidelines, rules, and time for Q and A. Designed for Buncombe County residents interested in nonpartisan civic participation and election day oversight.
Practical walk-through of what poll observers do in Buncombe elections, with clear guidelines, rules, and time for Q and A. Designed for Buncombe County residents interested in nonpartisan civic participation and election day oversight.
A casual housewarming celebration honoring a new community land trust homebuyer, with neighbors gathering for congratulations and community connection at The Mule at Devil's Foot Beverage.
A casual housewarming celebration honoring a new community land trust homebuyer, with neighbors gathering for congratulations and community connection at The Mule at Devil's Foot Beverage.
A casual housewarming celebration honoring a new community land trust homebuyer, with neighbors gathering for congratulations and community connection at The Mule at Devil's Foot Beverage.

Hands-on field session focused on identifying wild edible plants and learning safe, ethical harvesting practices. Expect seasonal Appalachian ecology insights, practical tasting or handling tips, and a guided walk-style learning format.

Hands-on field session focused on identifying wild edible plants and learning safe, ethical harvesting practices. Expect seasonal Appalachian ecology insights, practical tasting or handling tips, and a guided walk-style learning format.
Hands-on field session focused on identifying wild edible plants and learning safe, ethical harvesting practices. Expect seasonal Appalachian ecology insights, practical tasting or handling tips, and a guided walk-style learning format.
Hands-on garden demonstration in the PPLG garden focused on correct plant installation techniques, from digging and placement to watering and soil care. Ideal for beginner gardeners wanting practical tips in an arboretum setting.
Hands-on garden demonstration in the PPLG garden focused on correct plant installation techniques, from digging and placement to watering and soil care. Ideal for beginner gardeners wanting practical tips in an arboretum setting.
Hands-on garden demonstration in the PPLG garden focused on correct plant installation techniques, from digging and placement to watering and soil care. Ideal for beginner gardeners wanting practical tips in an arboretum setting.

Secure bike valet parking run by Asheville on Bikes during the Burnpile Beer Fest at Burial Forestry Camp. Roll in by bicycle, get a monitored spot for your ride, and support a sustainability minded festival commute.

Secure bike valet parking run by Asheville on Bikes during the Burnpile Beer Fest at Burial Forestry Camp. Roll in by bicycle, get a monitored spot for your ride, and support a sustainability minded festival commute.
Secure bike valet parking run by Asheville on Bikes during the Burnpile Beer Fest at Burial Forestry Camp. Roll in by bicycle, get a monitored spot for your ride, and support a sustainability minded festival commute.
Practical beekeeping basics for beginners, covering how to start and maintain a healthy hive of pollinators. Expect step by step guidance on equipment, hive setup, and early season care at the Cooperative Extension center.
Practical beekeeping basics for beginners, covering how to start and maintain a healthy hive of pollinators. Expect step by step guidance on equipment, hive setup, and early season care at the Cooperative Extension center.
Practical beekeeping basics for beginners, covering how to start and maintain a healthy hive of pollinators. Expect step by step guidance on equipment, hive setup, and early season care at the Cooperative Extension center.

A low pressure adult craft club with shared tables, provided supplies, and optional beginner friendly project ideas plus hands on help getting started. Bring your own work in progress or experiment with new materials in a community center setting.

A low pressure adult craft club with shared tables, provided supplies, and optional beginner friendly project ideas plus hands on help getting started. Bring your own work in progress or experiment with new materials in a community center setting.
A low pressure adult craft club with shared tables, provided supplies, and optional beginner friendly project ideas plus hands on help getting started. Bring your own work in progress or experiment with new materials in a community center setting.