Volunteer Orientation
An introductory session outlines the first steps for volunteering with a community tool library, helping prospective volunteers learn how to get involved and support local tool sharing.
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Hands-on woodworking brings neighbors together to build, stain, and install durable wooden benches at Asheville bus stops, supporting multimodal transit access through a practical community improvement project.
Hands-on woodworking brings neighbors together to build, stain, and install durable wooden benches at Asheville bus stops, supporting multimodal transit access through a practical community improvement project.
Hands-on woodworking brings neighbors together to build, stain, and install durable wooden benches at Asheville bus stops, supporting multimodal transit access through a practical community improvement project.
Build confidence with sewing machine basics in a hands-on class, then complete a finished project to take home. Bring your own machine or borrow one from the Tool Library.
Build confidence with sewing machine basics in a hands-on class, then complete a finished project to take home. Bring your own machine or borrow one from the Tool Library.
Build confidence with sewing machine basics in a hands-on class, then complete a finished project to take home. Bring your own machine or borrow one from the Tool Library.
Learn how a local nonprofit supports library services through fundraising and volunteer efforts, with an open community meeting for adults interested in getting involved and strengthening public library resources.
Learn how a local nonprofit supports library services through fundraising and volunteer efforts, with an open community meeting for adults interested in getting involved and strengthening public library resources.
Learn how a local nonprofit supports library services through fundraising and volunteer efforts, with an open community meeting for adults interested in getting involved and strengthening public library resources.
Practice welding techniques while shaping custom metal brackets for a wall shelf, gaining hands-on experience with fabrication, tool use, and practical DIY home projects in a collaborative workshop setting.
Practice welding techniques while shaping custom metal brackets for a wall shelf, gaining hands-on experience with fabrication, tool use, and practical DIY home projects in a collaborative workshop setting.
Practice welding techniques while shaping custom metal brackets for a wall shelf, gaining hands-on experience with fabrication, tool use, and practical DIY home projects in a collaborative workshop setting.
Transform salvaged fish tins into handmade shadow boxes through a creative upcycling session focused on diverting materials from landfills and choosing crafting over consumerism.
Transform salvaged fish tins into handmade shadow boxes through a creative upcycling session focused on diverting materials from landfills and choosing crafting over consumerism.
Transform salvaged fish tins into handmade shadow boxes through a creative upcycling session focused on diverting materials from landfills and choosing crafting over consumerism.
Learn how a community land trust can make affordable homeownership accessible in McDowell County, with information on local opportunities and the Community Land Trust of Western North Carolina.
Learn how a community land trust can make affordable homeownership accessible in McDowell County, with information on local opportunities and the Community Land Trust of Western North Carolina.
Learn how a community land trust can make affordable homeownership accessible in McDowell County, with information on local opportunities and the Community Land Trust of Western North Carolina.
Repurpose retired climbing rope into a cute, functional can cozie through a hands-on upcycling craft session. Learn a practical reuse project that turns outdoor gear into an everyday drinkware accessory.
Repurpose retired climbing rope into a cute, functional can cozie through a hands-on upcycling craft session. Learn a practical reuse project that turns outdoor gear into an everyday drinkware accessory.
Repurpose retired climbing rope into a cute, functional can cozie through a hands-on upcycling craft session. Learn a practical reuse project that turns outdoor gear into an everyday drinkware accessory.
Beginner-friendly instruction in MIG welding and metal fabrication turns sparks and hands-on practice into a functional bike stand. A queer-inclusive workshop for learning practical metalworking skills.
Beginner-friendly instruction in MIG welding and metal fabrication turns sparks and hands-on practice into a functional bike stand. A queer-inclusive workshop for learning practical metalworking skills.
Beginner-friendly instruction in MIG welding and metal fabrication turns sparks and hands-on practice into a functional bike stand. A queer-inclusive workshop for learning practical metalworking skills.
Learn hands-on candle making by dipping wicks in 100% pure beeswax. Build practical crafting skills and leave with unique handmade candles ready to give as holiday gifts.
Learn hands-on candle making by dipping wicks in 100% pure beeswax. Build practical crafting skills and leave with unique handmade candles ready to give as holiday gifts.
Learn hands-on candle making by dipping wicks in 100% pure beeswax. Build practical crafting skills and leave with unique handmade candles ready to give as holiday gifts.
Learn the fundamentals of starting a beekeeping practice with Carmen of Feral Farms, covering the ins and outs of hive care and getting started as a beekeeper.
Learn the fundamentals of starting a beekeeping practice with Carmen of Feral Farms, covering the ins and outs of hive care and getting started as a beekeeper.
Learn the fundamentals of starting a beekeeping practice with Carmen of Feral Farms, covering the ins and outs of hive care and getting started as a beekeeper.
Break down discarded paper and old books into fresh handmade sheets, then turn them into upcycled holiday cards. A hands-on paper craft workshop focused on reuse and creative making.
Break down discarded paper and old books into fresh handmade sheets, then turn them into upcycled holiday cards. A hands-on paper craft workshop focused on reuse and creative making.
Break down discarded paper and old books into fresh handmade sheets, then turn them into upcycled holiday cards. A hands-on paper craft workshop focused on reuse and creative making.
Shape willow into a glowing lantern during a hands-on craft workshop led by a local puppet collective, blending creative making with imaginative puppet arts.
Shape willow into a glowing lantern during a hands-on craft workshop led by a local puppet collective, blending creative making with imaginative puppet arts.
Shape willow into a glowing lantern during a hands-on craft workshop led by a local puppet collective, blending creative making with imaginative puppet arts.
An introductory meeting explains the Extension Master Gardener program, including how to train in gardening and horticulture while supporting community education and local residents across Transylvania County.
An introductory meeting explains the Extension Master Gardener program, including how to train in gardening and horticulture while supporting community education and local residents across Transylvania County.
An introductory meeting explains the Extension Master Gardener program, including how to train in gardening and horticulture while supporting community education and local residents across Transylvania County.
Use sewing machines and hands-on pattern work to create a crescent-shaped crossbody bag inspired by Baggu, making a practical handmade accessory for yourself or a thoughtful gift.
Use sewing machines and hands-on pattern work to create a crescent-shaped crossbody bag inspired by Baggu, making a practical handmade accessory for yourself or a thoughtful gift.
Use sewing machines and hands-on pattern work to create a crescent-shaped crossbody bag inspired by Baggu, making a practical handmade accessory for yourself or a thoughtful gift.
A collaborative look at AVL Digital Nomads’ member-powered community, its history, and plans for 2027. Share ideas, shape future events, and discover ways to contribute as a new or longtime member.
A collaborative look at AVL Digital Nomads’ member-powered community, its history, and plans for 2027. Share ideas, shape future events, and discover ways to contribute as a new or longtime member.
A collaborative look at AVL Digital Nomads’ member-powered community, its history, and plans for 2027. Share ideas, shape future events, and discover ways to contribute as a new or longtime member.
A participatory introduction to artificial intelligence explores what AI can do, its risks for jobs and children, and practical steps to keep people in control.
A participatory introduction to artificial intelligence explores what AI can do, its risks for jobs and children, and practical steps to keep people in control.
A participatory introduction to artificial intelligence explores what AI can do, its risks for jobs and children, and practical steps to keep people in control.
A welcoming neighborhood gathering for meeting Swannanoa residents, connecting with local resources, and sharing skills or services. Open public meetings encourage community connection and practical support.
A welcoming neighborhood gathering for meeting Swannanoa residents, connecting with local resources, and sharing skills or services. Open public meetings encourage community connection and practical support.
A welcoming neighborhood gathering for meeting Swannanoa residents, connecting with local resources, and sharing skills or services. Open public meetings encourage community connection and practical support.
Carve linoleum blocks and print repeating patterns in a hands-on, two-day workshop. Learn detailed printmaking techniques and leave with your own patterned gift wrap.
Carve linoleum blocks and print repeating patterns in a hands-on, two-day workshop. Learn detailed printmaking techniques and leave with your own patterned gift wrap.
Carve linoleum blocks and print repeating patterns in a hands-on, two-day workshop. Learn detailed printmaking techniques and leave with your own patterned gift wrap.
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.
A seasonal annual gathering for Asheville-Buncombe Community Land Trust members and supporters, centered on organizational updates and community connection around local land stewardship and equitable housing.
A seasonal annual gathering for Asheville-Buncombe Community Land Trust members and supporters, centered on organizational updates and community connection around local land stewardship and equitable housing.
A seasonal annual gathering for Asheville-Buncombe Community Land Trust members and supporters, centered on organizational updates and community connection around local land stewardship and equitable housing.