
"Asheville’s Housing Crisis: Stories, Systems, and Solutions” by Jen Hampton
A speaker talk and community Q&A on Asheville’s housing crisis, digging into lived stories, systemic drivers, and practical community solutions. Hosted by the Ethical Humanist Society with in-person seating and a hybrid Zoom option for broad participation.
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An in person talk and Q&A on strategic nonviolence and civil resistance as practical tools for protecting democracy amid political polarization and democratic strain. Hosted at the Asheville Friends Meeting House with a hybrid Zoom option and open attendance.

An in person talk and Q&A on strategic nonviolence and civil resistance as practical tools for protecting democracy amid political polarization and democratic strain. Hosted at the Asheville Friends Meeting House with a hybrid Zoom option and open attendance.
An in person talk and Q&A on strategic nonviolence and civil resistance as practical tools for protecting democracy amid political polarization and democratic strain. Hosted at the Asheville Friends Meeting House with a hybrid Zoom option and open attendance.
Historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville, weaving local landmarks into stories of the city’s past. Ends back near Patton Avenue for an easy post-tour coffee or cocktail hangout.
Historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville, weaving local landmarks into stories of the city’s past. Ends back near Patton Avenue for an easy post-tour coffee or cocktail hangout.
Historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville, weaving local landmarks into stories of the city’s past. Ends back near Patton Avenue for an easy post-tour coffee or cocktail hangout.
Brunch meetup focused on arts advocacy in Buncombe County, with space to connect with local creatives and stakeholders. Expect community discussion and engagement aimed at shaping future arts priorities and support.
Brunch meetup focused on arts advocacy in Buncombe County, with space to connect with local creatives and stakeholders. Expect community discussion and engagement aimed at shaping future arts priorities and support.
Brunch meetup focused on arts advocacy in Buncombe County, with space to connect with local creatives and stakeholders. Expect community discussion and engagement aimed at shaping future arts priorities and support.

Roundtable conversation where attendees submit big life questions, vote on one to explore, and unpack it together in an open, nonjudgmental atmosphere. Expect curious reflection, personal perspectives, and practical philosophy dialogue around a shared table.

Roundtable conversation where attendees submit big life questions, vote on one to explore, and unpack it together in an open, nonjudgmental atmosphere. Expect curious reflection, personal perspectives, and practical philosophy dialogue around a shared table.
Roundtable conversation where attendees submit big life questions, vote on one to explore, and unpack it together in an open, nonjudgmental atmosphere. Expect curious reflection, personal perspectives, and practical philosophy dialogue around a shared table.
Free lunchtime talk with a retired attorney on estate planning, getting affairs in order, and legacy planning for the future. In-person at the Asheville Wellness Center with a Zoom option; lunch registration required.
Free lunchtime talk with a retired attorney on estate planning, getting affairs in order, and legacy planning for the future. In-person at the Asheville Wellness Center with a Zoom option; lunch registration required.
Free lunchtime talk with a retired attorney on estate planning, getting affairs in order, and legacy planning for the future. In-person at the Asheville Wellness Center with a Zoom option; lunch registration required.

A guided walk exploring Asheville’s Art Deco architecture, spotlighting signature design details and historic context around the Asheville High School area. Expect stops for photo-worthy facades, local history, and time for questions.

A guided walk exploring Asheville’s Art Deco architecture, spotlighting signature design details and historic context around the Asheville High School area. Expect stops for photo-worthy facades, local history, and time for questions.
A guided walk exploring Asheville’s Art Deco architecture, spotlighting signature design details and historic context around the Asheville High School area. Expect stops for photo-worthy facades, local history, and time for questions.

Supportive public speaking club night with structured speeches, Table Topics-style impromptu speaking, and peer feedback to build confidence. Mix and mingle with local members while practicing leadership and meeting facilitation skills.

Supportive public speaking club night with structured speeches, Table Topics-style impromptu speaking, and peer feedback to build confidence. Mix and mingle with local members while practicing leadership and meeting facilitation skills.
Supportive public speaking club night with structured speeches, Table Topics-style impromptu speaking, and peer feedback to build confidence. Mix and mingle with local members while practicing leadership and meeting facilitation skills.
Rapid-fire PechaKucha talks from Asheville locals—20 slides at 20 seconds each—deliver a tight mix of design, culture, and personal storytelling. Post-show hanging out continues in a bar setting with strong nonalcoholic options and a food truck.
Rapid-fire PechaKucha talks from Asheville locals—20 slides at 20 seconds each—deliver a tight mix of design, culture, and personal storytelling. Post-show hanging out continues in a bar setting with strong nonalcoholic options and a food truck.
Rapid-fire PechaKucha talks from Asheville locals—20 slides at 20 seconds each—deliver a tight mix of design, culture, and personal storytelling. Post-show hanging out continues in a bar setting with strong nonalcoholic options and a food truck.
True five-minute personal stories compete in a lively StorySLAM centered on "AMERICAN DREAMS," where participants sign up to share daring aspirations, failures, and reinventions while the audience cheers and judges decide.
True five-minute personal stories compete in a lively StorySLAM centered on "AMERICAN DREAMS," where participants sign up to share daring aspirations, failures, and reinventions while the audience cheers and judges decide.
True five-minute personal stories compete in a lively StorySLAM centered on "AMERICAN DREAMS," where participants sign up to share daring aspirations, failures, and reinventions while the audience cheers and judges decide.

A Thursday night sit with 30 minutes of guided meditation, a short break, and a 30 minute dharma talk led by a teacher or facilitator. Closes with Q and A discussion and beginner friendly meditation instructions, available in person or online.

A Thursday night sit with 30 minutes of guided meditation, a short break, and a 30 minute dharma talk led by a teacher or facilitator. Closes with Q and A discussion and beginner friendly meditation instructions, available in person or online.
A Thursday night sit with 30 minutes of guided meditation, a short break, and a 30 minute dharma talk led by a teacher or facilitator. Closes with Q and A discussion and beginner friendly meditation instructions, available in person or online.

Casual Sunday-morning conversation for atheists and other nonbelievers over coffee in a grocery cafe setting. Expect a friendly drop-in social circle (typically 12–18 people) and a way to stay connected to future meetups and activities.

Casual Sunday-morning conversation for atheists and other nonbelievers over coffee in a grocery cafe setting. Expect a friendly drop-in social circle (typically 12–18 people) and a way to stay connected to future meetups and activities.
Casual Sunday-morning conversation for atheists and other nonbelievers over coffee in a grocery cafe setting. Expect a friendly drop-in social circle (typically 12–18 people) and a way to stay connected to future meetups and activities.
Supportive small-group meetup for solo agers focused on peer connection, conversation, and community building in a wellness center setting. Recurs on the 1st and 3rd Mondays for ongoing support and relationship-building.
Supportive small-group meetup for solo agers focused on peer connection, conversation, and community building in a wellness center setting. Recurs on the 1st and 3rd Mondays for ongoing support and relationship-building.
Supportive small-group meetup for solo agers focused on peer connection, conversation, and community building in a wellness center setting. Recurs on the 1st and 3rd Mondays for ongoing support and relationship-building.
Local real estate market briefing with Asheville-area data, trend analysis, and actionable guidance for working brokers. Focuses on pricing and inventory conditions, client strategy, and practical takeaways for navigating current market shifts.
Local real estate market briefing with Asheville-area data, trend analysis, and actionable guidance for working brokers. Focuses on pricing and inventory conditions, client strategy, and practical takeaways for navigating current market shifts.
Local real estate market briefing with Asheville-area data, trend analysis, and actionable guidance for working brokers. Focuses on pricing and inventory conditions, client strategy, and practical takeaways for navigating current market shifts.
Meet Trunnis Goggins II for an in person signing of "Lessons From My Father," with time for conversation and personal inscriptions. A community fundraiser centered on storytelling, legacy, and support for a cause.
Meet Trunnis Goggins II for an in person signing of "Lessons From My Father," with time for conversation and personal inscriptions. A community fundraiser centered on storytelling, legacy, and support for a cause.
Meet Trunnis Goggins II for an in person signing of "Lessons From My Father," with time for conversation and personal inscriptions. A community fundraiser centered on storytelling, legacy, and support for a cause.

Hands-on Naloxone (Narcan) training with practical overdose response steps plus a harm reduction primer and local context on substance use trends. Community-focused learning at a wellness center with resources and Q&A.

Hands-on Naloxone (Narcan) training with practical overdose response steps plus a harm reduction primer and local context on substance use trends. Community-focused learning at a wellness center with resources and Q&A.
Hands-on Naloxone (Narcan) training with practical overdose response steps plus a harm reduction primer and local context on substance use trends. Community-focused learning at a wellness center with resources and Q&A.
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.
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.
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.

A relaxed open house where intuitive practitioners share tarot readings, energy guidance, and spiritual insight in a welcoming community setting. Drop in to recharge, explore new perspectives, and connect with like minded locals.

A relaxed open house where intuitive practitioners share tarot readings, energy guidance, and spiritual insight in a welcoming community setting. Drop in to recharge, explore new perspectives, and connect with like minded locals.
A relaxed open house where intuitive practitioners share tarot readings, energy guidance, and spiritual insight in a welcoming community setting. Drop in to recharge, explore new perspectives, and connect with like minded locals.

Honest, sometimes challenging small-group dialogue around race and belonging, grounded in love, compassion, and respect for diverse perspectives. Come to participate or observe while building authentic relationships and deeper shared understanding.

Honest, sometimes challenging small-group dialogue around race and belonging, grounded in love, compassion, and respect for diverse perspectives. Come to participate or observe while building authentic relationships and deeper shared understanding.
Honest, sometimes challenging small-group dialogue around race and belonging, grounded in love, compassion, and respect for diverse perspectives. Come to participate or observe while building authentic relationships and deeper shared understanding.
Evidence-based expressive writing practice centered on therapeutic journaling for stress relief and improved health outcomes. A quiet morning ritual format with guided prompts and peer-style support at a wellness center.
Evidence-based expressive writing practice centered on therapeutic journaling for stress relief and improved health outcomes. A quiet morning ritual format with guided prompts and peer-style support at a wellness center.
Evidence-based expressive writing practice centered on therapeutic journaling for stress relief and improved health outcomes. A quiet morning ritual format with guided prompts and peer-style support at a wellness center.

Casual monthly free networking for local small business owners and professionals, drawing about 35–50 attendees for drop in conversation, referrals, and collaborative opportunities at a community wellness hub.

Casual monthly free networking for local small business owners and professionals, drawing about 35–50 attendees for drop in conversation, referrals, and collaborative opportunities at a community wellness hub.
Casual monthly free networking for local small business owners and professionals, drawing about 35–50 attendees for drop in conversation, referrals, and collaborative opportunities at a community wellness hub.