Adoption Promotion
Sponsored pet adoptions run Sept 12–18 with fees covered for each new companion. Each adoption includes a starter food bag, spay neuter surgery, up to date vaccines, and a microchip at the Asheville Humane Society shelter.
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An evening fundraiser supporting a local animal rescue, centered on helping dogs and cats through donations and community support. Expect a nonprofit benefit vibe with opportunities to learn about the shelter’s mission and ways to get involved.
An evening fundraiser supporting a local animal rescue, centered on helping dogs and cats through donations and community support. Expect a nonprofit benefit vibe with opportunities to learn about the shelter’s mission and ways to get involved.
An evening fundraiser supporting a local animal rescue, centered on helping dogs and cats through donations and community support. Expect a nonprofit benefit vibe with opportunities to learn about the shelter’s mission and ways to get involved.
Team trivia in a dog park bar with pups roaming the patio, humans and dogs free on Tuesday nights. Arrive early for tables and food truck bites; dogs need vaccination records plus spay neuter proof for entry.
Team trivia in a dog park bar with pups roaming the patio, humans and dogs free on Tuesday nights. Arrive early for tables and food truck bites; dogs need vaccination records plus spay neuter proof for entry.
Team trivia in a dog park bar with pups roaming the patio, humans and dogs free on Tuesday nights. Arrive early for tables and food truck bites; dogs need vaccination records plus spay neuter proof for entry.
Costumed dogs and their humans bring playful fall energy with treats, prizes, and plenty of puppy photo ops. A pet friendly costume contest set at an outdoor outlet shopping center for lighthearted community fun.
Costumed dogs and their humans bring playful fall energy with treats, prizes, and plenty of puppy photo ops. A pet friendly costume contest set at an outdoor outlet shopping center for lighthearted community fun.
Costumed dogs and their humans bring playful fall energy with treats, prizes, and plenty of puppy photo ops. A pet friendly costume contest set at an outdoor outlet shopping center for lighthearted community fun.
A tail wagging community PAW ty with adoptable furry friends, feel good activities, and meet and greets supporting the Yancey Humane Society. Expect a lively, pet friendly downtown gathering with upbeat local vibes.
A tail wagging community PAW ty with adoptable furry friends, feel good activities, and meet and greets supporting the Yancey Humane Society. Expect a lively, pet friendly downtown gathering with upbeat local vibes.
A tail wagging community PAW ty with adoptable furry friends, feel good activities, and meet and greets supporting the Yancey Humane Society. Expect a lively, pet friendly downtown gathering with upbeat local vibes.
A dog-centric fall celebration at an outdoor outlet plaza with pet friendly vendors, treats, and seasonal shopping. Expect a lively community vibe with a dog costume contest and plenty of photo worthy moments.
A dog-centric fall celebration at an outdoor outlet plaza with pet friendly vendors, treats, and seasonal shopping. Expect a lively community vibe with a dog costume contest and plenty of photo worthy moments.
A dog-centric fall celebration at an outdoor outlet plaza with pet friendly vendors, treats, and seasonal shopping. Expect a lively community vibe with a dog costume contest and plenty of photo worthy moments.
Local makers and mystic practitioners fill a West Asheville shop with metaphysical supplies, vendor booths, and a cat lounge for petting panthers. Browse gifts, chat with practitioners, and cap the afternoon with an intuitive reading.
Local makers and mystic practitioners fill a West Asheville shop with metaphysical supplies, vendor booths, and a cat lounge for petting panthers. Browse gifts, chat with practitioners, and cap the afternoon with an intuitive reading.
Local makers and mystic practitioners fill a West Asheville shop with metaphysical supplies, vendor booths, and a cat lounge for petting panthers. Browse gifts, chat with practitioners, and cap the afternoon with an intuitive reading.
An open-house afternoon at an animal sanctuary with chances to meet rescued animals and hear their individual rescue stories. Vegan comfort food from The Smokin' Onion adds a casual, community-focused vibe; free entry with RSVP required.
An open-house afternoon at an animal sanctuary with chances to meet rescued animals and hear their individual rescue stories. Vegan comfort food from The Smokin' Onion adds a casual, community-focused vibe; free entry with RSVP required.
An open-house afternoon at an animal sanctuary with chances to meet rescued animals and hear their individual rescue stories. Vegan comfort food from The Smokin' Onion adds a casual, community-focused vibe; free entry with RSVP required.
Consent-focused, nonsexual cuddle space centered on platonic intimacy, clear boundaries, and mutual agreements. Set up as a supportive community container for safe touch, connection, and nervous-system regulation with like-minded participants.
Consent-focused, nonsexual cuddle space centered on platonic intimacy, clear boundaries, and mutual agreements. Set up as a supportive community container for safe touch, connection, and nervous-system regulation with like-minded participants.
Consent-focused, nonsexual cuddle space centered on platonic intimacy, clear boundaries, and mutual agreements. Set up as a supportive community container for safe touch, connection, and nervous-system regulation with like-minded participants.
A playful pup focused launch celebrating a new doggie ice cream treat, built for tail wags and photo ops. Expect a casual pet friendly hangout where locals bring dogs to sample frozen goodies and mingle.
A playful pup focused launch celebrating a new doggie ice cream treat, built for tail wags and photo ops. Expect a casual pet friendly hangout where locals bring dogs to sample frozen goodies and mingle.
A playful pup focused launch celebrating a new doggie ice cream treat, built for tail wags and photo ops. Expect a casual pet friendly hangout where locals bring dogs to sample frozen goodies and mingle.
A lively silent auction night with 60+ donated items up for bid, raising funds for Asheville Music School scholarships and outreach programs. Expect a community-minded fundraiser fueled by local businesses and supporters.
A lively silent auction night with 60+ donated items up for bid, raising funds for Asheville Music School scholarships and outreach programs. Expect a community-minded fundraiser fueled by local businesses and supporters.
A lively silent auction night with 60+ donated items up for bid, raising funds for Asheville Music School scholarships and outreach programs. Expect a community-minded fundraiser fueled by local businesses and supporters.
Sign-ups open for a youth roller hockey league with skill-building practices and team play. Families can register players at the Riverside Drive facility for a fast-paced, skate-focused community sport.
Sign-ups open for a youth roller hockey league with skill-building practices and team play. Families can register players at the Riverside Drive facility for a fast-paced, skate-focused community sport.
Sign-ups open for a youth roller hockey league with skill-building practices and team play. Families can register players at the Riverside Drive facility for a fast-paced, skate-focused community sport.
Hands on archery open house with guided shooting time, safety basics, and a chance to try bows on an indoor range. Great for first timers and curious locals looking to meet instructors and learn about training options.
Hands on archery open house with guided shooting time, safety basics, and a chance to try bows on an indoor range. Great for first timers and curious locals looking to meet instructors and learn about training options.
Hands on archery open house with guided shooting time, safety basics, and a chance to try bows on an indoor range. Great for first timers and curious locals looking to meet instructors and learn about training options.
Oktoberfest energy takes over the South Slope with pretzels, beer, and a lineup of local vendors plus live tunes. Barktoberfest adds dog friendly fun around Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ for an easygoing fall street party vibe.
Oktoberfest energy takes over the South Slope with pretzels, beer, and a lineup of local vendors plus live tunes. Barktoberfest adds dog friendly fun around Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ for an easygoing fall street party vibe.
Oktoberfest energy takes over the South Slope with pretzels, beer, and a lineup of local vendors plus live tunes. Barktoberfest adds dog friendly fun around Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ for an easygoing fall street party vibe.
Weekday lunch service shifts at a community cafe, with drop-in style volunteering from late morning to early afternoon. Optional first-Thursday orientation supports new helpers serving neighbors in West Asheville.
Weekday lunch service shifts at a community cafe, with drop-in style volunteering from late morning to early afternoon. Optional first-Thursday orientation supports new helpers serving neighbors in West Asheville.
Weekday lunch service shifts at a community cafe, with drop-in style volunteering from late morning to early afternoon. Optional first-Thursday orientation supports new helpers serving neighbors in West Asheville.
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.
A neighborhood harvest celebration on Haywood Road with local vendors and handmade goods. Expect a festive fall market vibe with community mingling and seasonal shopping.
A neighborhood harvest celebration on Haywood Road with local vendors and handmade goods. Expect a festive fall market vibe with community mingling and seasonal shopping.
A neighborhood harvest celebration on Haywood Road with local vendors and handmade goods. Expect a festive fall market vibe with community mingling and seasonal shopping.
A free, sit-down community meal centered on gathering around the table for conversation and connection in a welcoming church setting. Bilingual English Spanish atmosphere designed for neighbors in Swannanoa to share food and fellowship.
A free, sit-down community meal centered on gathering around the table for conversation and connection in a welcoming church setting. Bilingual English Spanish atmosphere designed for neighbors in Swannanoa to share food and fellowship.
A free, sit-down community meal centered on gathering around the table for conversation and connection in a welcoming church setting. Bilingual English Spanish atmosphere designed for neighbors in Swannanoa to share food and fellowship.
An open community conversation on spiritual identity and the impact your beliefs and practices leave behind. Expect reflective prompts, small-group discussion, and a welcoming, no-cost gathering space for connection and meaning-making.
An open community conversation on spiritual identity and the impact your beliefs and practices leave behind. Expect reflective prompts, small-group discussion, and a welcoming, no-cost gathering space for connection and meaning-making.
An open community conversation on spiritual identity and the impact your beliefs and practices leave behind. Expect reflective prompts, small-group discussion, and a welcoming, no-cost gathering space for connection and meaning-making.
A bustling outdoor festival in Pack Square Park with vegan food vendors, plant based product booths, and community-friendly browsing in the heart of downtown. Expect local makers, advocacy tables, and plenty of grazing-friendly bites.
A bustling outdoor festival in Pack Square Park with vegan food vendors, plant based product booths, and community-friendly browsing in the heart of downtown. Expect local makers, advocacy tables, and plenty of grazing-friendly bites.
A bustling outdoor festival in Pack Square Park with vegan food vendors, plant based product booths, and community-friendly browsing in the heart of downtown. Expect local makers, advocacy tables, and plenty of grazing-friendly bites.
A social group bike ride rolls from the Grove Arcade through city streets from the Biltmore Championship area into downtown Asheville. Expect a steady-paced, all-levels cruise with community vibes and scenic urban views.
A social group bike ride rolls from the Grove Arcade through city streets from the Biltmore Championship area into downtown Asheville. Expect a steady-paced, all-levels cruise with community vibes and scenic urban views.
A social group bike ride rolls from the Grove Arcade through city streets from the Biltmore Championship area into downtown Asheville. Expect a steady-paced, all-levels cruise with community vibes and scenic urban views.