What’s on the Ballot Workshop
Nonpartisan voter education workshop breaking down the fall ballot, from local races to what each office actually does. Walk through bonds and ballot amendments so you know what to expect before voting.
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Observe a public hand-to-eye count during Buncombe County’s sample election audit, an open process focused on ballot verification and election transparency. The audit is available to attend in person; no livestream is provided.
Observe a public hand-to-eye count during Buncombe County’s sample election audit, an open process focused on ballot verification and election transparency. The audit is available to attend in person; no livestream is provided.
Observe a public hand-to-eye count during Buncombe County’s sample election audit, an open process focused on ballot verification and election transparency. The audit is available to attend in person; no livestream is provided.
A documentary screening followed by community discussion creates space to explore voting and civic participation, reflect on the film’s themes, and exchange perspectives in a conversation-centered setting.
A documentary screening followed by community discussion creates space to explore voting and civic participation, reflect on the film’s themes, and exchange perspectives in a conversation-centered setting.
A documentary screening followed by community discussion creates space to explore voting and civic participation, reflect on the film’s themes, and exchange perspectives in a conversation-centered setting.
A civic forum with Asheville’s mayoral candidates digging into affordable housing, homelessness, and local policy priorities. Expect community Q and A style discussion in a brewery setting focused on real-world impacts and solutions.
A civic forum with Asheville’s mayoral candidates digging into affordable housing, homelessness, and local policy priorities. Expect community Q and A style discussion in a brewery setting focused on real-world impacts and solutions.
A civic forum with Asheville’s mayoral candidates digging into affordable housing, homelessness, and local policy priorities. Expect community Q and A style discussion in a brewery setting focused on real-world impacts and solutions.
Cast ballots in the 2026 general election at an assigned Buncombe County polling site. Polls are open 6:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.; anyone in line by closing may vote.
Cast ballots in the 2026 general election at an assigned Buncombe County polling site. Polls are open 6:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.; anyone in line by closing may vote.
Cast ballots in the 2026 general election at an assigned Buncombe County polling site. Polls are open 6:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.; anyone in line by closing may vote.
A community information session breaks down changes to North Carolina Medicaid under H.R. 1, helping residents understand healthcare policy and share practical updates in person or online.
A community information session breaks down changes to North Carolina Medicaid under H.R. 1, helping residents understand healthcare policy and share practical updates in person or online.
A community information session breaks down changes to North Carolina Medicaid under H.R. 1, helping residents understand healthcare policy and share practical updates in person or online.
Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.
Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.
Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.
A public county government meeting focused on election administration and local civic business; consult the county event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before attending.
A public county government meeting focused on election administration and local civic business; consult the county event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before attending.
A public county government meeting focused on election administration and local civic business; consult the county event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before attending.
A public Board of Elections meeting to canvass Buncombe County’s 2026 general election returns, focused on local election administration. Check the county event page for the agenda and schedule changes.
A public Board of Elections meeting to canvass Buncombe County’s 2026 general election returns, focused on local election administration. Check the county event page for the agenda and schedule changes.
A public Board of Elections meeting to canvass Buncombe County’s 2026 general election returns, focused on local election administration. Check the county event page for the agenda and schedule changes.
A public county election administration meeting focused on pre-canvass board proceedings; consult Buncombe County’s event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before heading to the basement board room.
A public county election administration meeting focused on pre-canvass board proceedings; consult Buncombe County’s event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before heading to the basement board room.
A public county election administration meeting focused on pre-canvass board proceedings; consult Buncombe County’s event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before heading to the basement board room.
Cast a ballot at any of 13 Buncombe County early voting sites, with weekday and weekend hours available. Eligible residents can register and vote in the same visit.
Cast a ballot at any of 13 Buncombe County early voting sites, with weekday and weekend hours available. Eligible residents can register and vote in the same visit.
Cast a ballot at any of 13 Buncombe County early voting sites, with weekday and weekend hours available. Eligible residents can register and vote in the same visit.
Explore how native plants sustain pollinators, strengthen local ecosystems, and benefit everyday life through an informative slide presentation on ecological gardening and biodiversity in Western North Carolina.
Explore how native plants sustain pollinators, strengthen local ecosystems, and benefit everyday life through an informative slide presentation on ecological gardening and biodiversity in Western North Carolina.
Explore how native plants sustain pollinators, strengthen local ecosystems, and benefit everyday life through an informative slide presentation on ecological gardening and biodiversity in Western North Carolina.
Council members review industrial air permits, agency budgeting, and appeals of violation notices in a public government meeting focused on environmental regulation and Buncombe County air quality.
Council members review industrial air permits, agency budgeting, and appeals of violation notices in a public government meeting focused on environmental regulation and Buncombe County air quality.
Council members review industrial air permits, agency budgeting, and appeals of violation notices in a public government meeting focused on environmental regulation and Buncombe County air quality.
A public briefing for Buncombe County government brings residents into a formal commission chamber setting for local administration, county business, and discussion of the meeting agenda.
A public briefing for Buncombe County government brings residents into a formal commission chamber setting for local administration, county business, and discussion of the meeting agenda.
A public briefing for Buncombe County government brings residents into a formal commission chamber setting for local administration, county business, and discussion of the meeting agenda.
Community partners and residents discuss affordable housing needs, provide public input, and shape policy and funding recommendations for Buncombe County commissioners.
Community partners and residents discuss affordable housing needs, provide public input, and shape policy and funding recommendations for Buncombe County commissioners.
Community partners and residents discuss affordable housing needs, provide public input, and shape policy and funding recommendations for Buncombe County commissioners.
Practical strategies for spotting burnout early, setting clear boundaries, and building sustainable self care habits while supporting young people. Designed for adults working with youth who want healthier routines and long term impact.
Practical strategies for spotting burnout early, setting clear boundaries, and building sustainable self care habits while supporting young people. Designed for adults working with youth who want healthier routines and long term impact.
Practical strategies for spotting burnout early, setting clear boundaries, and building sustainable self care habits while supporting young people. Designed for adults working with youth who want healthier routines and long term impact.
A facilitated community conversation explores the idea of a moral economy, inviting attendees to reflect on how values, fairness, and collective responsibility shape economic life.
A facilitated community conversation explores the idea of a moral economy, inviting attendees to reflect on how values, fairness, and collective responsibility shape economic life.
A facilitated community conversation explores the idea of a moral economy, inviting attendees to reflect on how values, fairness, and collective responsibility shape economic life.
Guided community walk focused on identifying wild edible plants and seasonal foraging basics. Expect hands on learning about local ecology, safe harvesting practices, and practical nature skills on an outdoor Asheville route.
Guided community walk focused on identifying wild edible plants and seasonal foraging basics. Expect hands on learning about local ecology, safe harvesting practices, and practical nature skills on an outdoor Asheville route.
Guided community walk focused on identifying wild edible plants and seasonal foraging basics. Expect hands on learning about local ecology, safe harvesting practices, and practical nature skills on an outdoor Asheville route.
A thoughtful community dialogue explores how society can change to better serve the next generation, creating space for shared perspectives, civic reflection, and intergenerational ideas.
A thoughtful community dialogue explores how society can change to better serve the next generation, creating space for shared perspectives, civic reflection, and intergenerational ideas.
A thoughtful community dialogue explores how society can change to better serve the next generation, creating space for shared perspectives, civic reflection, and intergenerational ideas.
Build bus stop benches in a hands-on community project addressing Asheville’s shortage of transit amenities. Volunteers support more comfortable, accessible stops through practical neighborhood action.
Build bus stop benches in a hands-on community project addressing Asheville’s shortage of transit amenities. Volunteers support more comfortable, accessible stops through practical neighborhood action.
Build bus stop benches in a hands-on community project addressing Asheville’s shortage of transit amenities. Volunteers support more comfortable, accessible stops through practical neighborhood action.
Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners session focused on local governance and county decision making. A public courthouse meeting where residents can observe proceedings and stay informed on community issues.
Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners session focused on local governance and county decision making. A public courthouse meeting where residents can observe proceedings and stay informed on community issues.
Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners session focused on local governance and county decision making. A public courthouse meeting where residents can observe proceedings and stay informed on community issues.