
Wilma Dykman's 106th Birthday Anniversary
A community celebration honoring Wilma Dykeman’s life and legacy on what would be her 106th birthday, with tributes from Lyric, Becky Stone, and Brenda Mills at the AB Tech Conference Center.
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Memorial program honoring slain civil rights activists James Chaney, Andrew Goodman, and Michael Schwerner, paired with a documentary debut on the MLK Association’s local impact. Expect Asheville history centered on Dr. Oralene Simmons and the Asheville Prayer Breakfast.

Juneteenth remembrance and celebration centered on Black Asheville history and community pride. Expect an evening of honoring, reflection, and shared stories at a neighborhood community center gathering.

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A community appreciation night honoring retired and current Mission Health staff, with speeches and union backed recognition of frontline caregiving under HCA. Live music and a celebratory, solidarity focused gathering in a club venue.
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A guided walk through Riverside Cemetery weaving fact and fiction around Thomas Wolfe’s Asheville, spotlighting real people who inspired his characters alongside other notable locals. Expect storytelling, literary context, and historic gravesite stops.

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A 30th anniversary celebration honoring Project Access and its mission to remove barriers to specialty medical care for low income, uninsured neighbors across Western North Carolina. Expect a mission driven gala style gathering with community supporters and healthcare leaders.

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A late-evening gathering in Biltmore Park Town Square centered on a “mission accomplished” theme, designed for neighbors to connect outdoors in a lively public plaza setting.

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An author talk exploring how photographers George Masa and Jim Thompson helped build momentum for creating Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Expect regional history, archival photography context, and a book discussion in a public library setting.

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Interactive discussion on spiritual approaches to chronic pain and chronic illness, focused on transforming day to day wellness habits and mindset. Held in a public library setting with practical takeaways and supportive conversation.

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