Adoption Connection Asheville - July 1st
Supportive peer discussion for the adoption constellation—adoptees, birth or first parents, and loved ones—centered on shared experiences and connection. A community-focused space for listening, processing, and mutual support.
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Connection and healing-centered community gathering led by a BIPOC nonprofit focused on psychedelic-positive wellness. Expect mental health conversation, somatic care elements, and creative expression aimed at collective liberation and mutual support.

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A free, evening online meditation space designed for moms to build a steady practice and pause hectic routines. Expect a calm, supportive circle for self care, sharing experiences, and cultivating balance at home.

A free, evening online meditation space designed for moms to build a steady practice and pause hectic routines. Expect a calm, supportive circle for self care, sharing experiences, and cultivating balance at home.
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Peer-led recovery circle grounded in Buddhist Dharma teachings, blending mindfulness practice with honest group sharing. A supportive community space for anyone working with addictive tendencies and seeking empowerment and freedom from suffering.

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Peer-led Recovery Dharma meeting blending Buddhist teachings with group sharing to support healing from addiction and other addictive tendencies. A compassionate Friday-night circle centered on empowerment, mutual accountability, and freedom from suffering.

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Welcoming online hangout for LGBTQ+ young people ages 17–24 to connect, share experiences, and talk mental health and wellbeing in a supportive peer space. Not a crisis service; focused on community, acceptance, and mutual support.

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A thoughtful late-evening talk on AI companions and attachment theory, digging into how synthetic emotional support can shape connection, dependence, and intimacy. A short presentation leads into an open, facilitated group discussion on risks and warning signs of overreliance.

A thoughtful late-evening talk on AI companions and attachment theory, digging into how synthetic emotional support can shape connection, dependence, and intimacy. A short presentation leads into an open, facilitated group discussion on risks and warning signs of overreliance.
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Small-group ketamine assisted psychotherapy aimed at deep emotional processing and mental health support, with required pre-screening steps before participation. Emphasis on preparation and integration in a transformation-focused setting.

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Peer-led recovery circle rooted in Buddhist Dharma teachings, blending meditation practice with shared discussion to address addictive tendencies. A supportive, empowerment-focused community space for healing and freedom from addiction.

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An intimate documentary screening about a young man livestreaming his terminal brain cancer journey and the global community that gathers to witness it. Post-film Q&A and facilitated discussion explore death literacy, courage, and dying without fear’s Blue Ridge setting.

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Intentional Leo-season sun circle with astrology discussion on current zodiac transits and how they may show up in your life, with a birth chart encouraged. Grounding, body-based ritual and intention setting outdoors at Beaver Lake in North Asheville.

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Casual evening beers and relaxed conversation with Asheville area stepmoms who understand the blended family life. Expect an easygoing, no agenda meetup focused on connection, shared experiences, and building supportive friendships.

Casual evening beers and relaxed conversation with Asheville area stepmoms who understand the blended family life. Expect an easygoing, no agenda meetup focused on connection, shared experiences, and building supportive friendships.
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Practical suicide-prevention training focused on supporting youth in crisis, with clear guidance on recognizing warning signs and asking directly about suicidal thoughts. Learn response techniques that build safety, connection, and next-step support.
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A virtual restorative circle centered on self care and collective resilience, led by Black facilitators for participants who identify as Black or African American. Expect grounding breathwork and meditative reflection in a supportive community of practice.

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Practical training on trauma-informed approaches that shift from “what’s wrong?” to “what happened?” while decoding behavior in youth settings. Expect actionable strategies for supportive responses, safety, and relationship-centered de-escalation.
Practical training on trauma-informed approaches that shift from “what’s wrong?” to “what happened?” while decoding behavior in youth settings. Expect actionable strategies for supportive responses, safety, and relationship-centered de-escalation.
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Group bike rides capped with a laid-back picnic at a historic house, with proceeds supporting Pisgah Legal Services. Expect a community-forward July 4th gathering built around cycling, food, and giving back.

Group bike rides capped with a laid-back picnic at a historic house, with proceeds supporting Pisgah Legal Services. Expect a community-forward July 4th gathering built around cycling, food, and giving back.
Group bike rides capped with a laid-back picnic at a historic house, with proceeds supporting Pisgah Legal Services. Expect a community-forward July 4th gathering built around cycling, food, and giving back.

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Confidential men’s council centered on authenticity, deep listening, and honest sharing in a respectful circle. Guided reflection and presence-based practices build self-awareness and mutual support for navigating life challenges together.

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An open air sound bath in West Asheville Park blends resonant tones and guided stillness into a one hour immersive sound journey. Settle into a restorative rhythm that quiets mental noise and reconnects you to earth grounded calm.
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An evening vigil of mourning, solidarity, and hope centered on the community’s loss and lived experiences around Mission Hospital. Gather in a church setting to grieve together and channel shared pain into collective power and advocacy.
An evening vigil of mourning, solidarity, and hope centered on the community’s loss and lived experiences around Mission Hospital. Gather in a church setting to grieve together and channel shared pain into collective power and advocacy.